I just received news of the death of Sam McDowell, the owner of McDowell Publishing from Ohio Co KY who has for so many years done such excellent work in publishing historical/genealogical books and quarterlies. I never had the opporutnity to meet Sam but held him in high regard for the quality of his work, the company's reputation for honesty and moral values. He was playing basketball Saturday and had a massive heart attack, dying instantly. It is unknown at this time as to the future of McDowell Publishing; I hope they can continue. I do not have funeral details; the funeral home is in Whitesville which is in Daviess Co. The funeral is tomorrow. Genealogists have lost a dear friend and supporter. Sandi SCKY Archives: http://archiver.rootsweb.com/th/index?list=south-central-kentucky Barren Co Archives: http://archiver.rootsweb.com/th/index?list=kybarren GGP: http://ggpublishing.tripod.com/