Patti Lee Hobbs, CG®, CGG®

Patti Lee Hobbs, CG®, CGG®, who resides in rural southwest Missouri, is blessed to have ancestors from many geographical locations leading to research in many and varied repositories. She serves on the editorial board for the National Genealogical Society Quarterly and is trustee for both the Board for Certification of Genealogists and the BCG Education Fund. Patti is the coordinator for the week-long courses “Genetics for Genealogists: Beginning DNA” at the Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research (IGHR) and “DNA Fundamentals for Genealogy” at the Texas Institute of Genealogical Research (TIGR). Her article “DNA Identifies a Father for Rachel Lee of Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania” was published in the March 2017 issue of the National Genealogical Society Quarterly, and she is a contributing author of Advanced Genetic Genealogy: Techniques and Case Studies.

Patti's Upcoming Live Webinars (1)

Wed, May 20 2026: 0:00 UTC
Common-Sense Principles for Establishing Genetic Relationships
Wed, May 20 2026: 0:00 UTC
DNA evidence is a powerful tool in genealogical research. While genealogy standards provide important guidance, they are not rigid formulas. This presentation explores the foundational common-sense reasoning that supports sound conclusions about genetic relationships. Learn how to think critically and contextually about DNA evidence in order to meet genealogical standards with confidence.
DNA evidence is a powerful tool in genealogical research. While genealogy standards provide important guidance, they are not rigid formulas. This presentation explores the foundational common-sense reasoning that supports sound conclusions about genetic relationships. Learn how to think critically and contextually about DNA evidence in order to meet genealogical standards with confidence.
Wed, May 20 2026: 0:00 UTC

Patti's Webinars (2)