Hi Listers, After waiting seven weeks I finally received the death certificate of John Smith. The only problem is that it is not MY John Smith <sigh>. Ah well, I would like to send John to his family, so if you can connect please email me privately and I will be happy to send it on to you. Here is the data: Name: John Smith Marital Status:married Date of Death: Jan. 1, 1852, in Hancock, Berkshire Co. MA. Age: 41 years 11 months 5 days Birthplace: England Father: James Mother: Sarah Hope someone will recognize him. Have fun! Margaret in NV