A LISBURN genealogist forced to give up full time work on medical grounds still wants to help local people trace their ancestors.

Shaun Cheyne of Adlon Gardens has retained a great deal of the reference material he used in the course of his work.

He is keen to continue to use it, albeit as a hobby rather than a profession, and hopes anyone with an interest 'in their roots' will get in touch.

Shaun explained his health problems prevent him from driving.

"This means I prefer to deal with queries related to the Lisburn area," he added.

"But I hope people will continue to get in touch with me. I really do enjoy this type of research."

Shaun has had a number of notable successes in the past so if you would like to find out more about previous generations of your family feel free to get in touch with him.

He can be contacted on 9267 5144.

Ulster Star
21/03/2008