The Settling of Estates: Probate Records in Richmond County
The Honorable Harry B. James III, Probate Judge for Richmond County will be here to discuss the role of the probate court in the settling of family estates. Probate records are filled with clues about our ancestors, and very important to genealogical research. Probate documents include wills, estate inventories, names of executors or administrators, distributions of assets, lists of heirs, marriage records, guardianship papers, and more. The program is free and open to the public. Please call the Georgia Heritage Room for details (706)826-1511.