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LaDonna Garner is a brand dedicated to historic preservation and genealogical research in and outside of Southeast Missouri. As a Historic Consultant, Professional Genealogist, and Historic Preservationist, LaDonna is highly skilled in recording and restoring the past. With over 30 years of experience researching her own family history, she is passionate about preserving historic minority communities and cemeteries.

LaDonna offers a range of services and products to support her mission. She frequently lectures on historical preservation and genealogy at conferences, society events, and colleges. LaDonna also provides in-person and online courses, as well as one-on-one consultations.

She is an active member of the Association of Professional Genealogists and contributes to various organizations in volunteer and leadership roles. In addition to her expertise in history and genealogy, LaDonna is a Licensed Veterinary Technician with a special interest in heritage animals. Inspired by her own family lineage, she founded and served as the Secretary of the Mt.

Zion Cemetery Board, preserving the historic Mount Zion Cemetery in Festus, Missouri. LaDonna's extensive education and certifications, including a Master of Arts in Historic Preservation, make her a trusted authority in her field. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Historic Preservation from Southeast Missouri State University and an Associate of Science in Veterinary Technology from Jefferson College.

For those interested in genealogical research, LaDonna has completed the National Genealogical Society American Genealogy Home Study Course and received certifications from the Institute of Genealogical and Historical Research and the National Institute of Genealogy Research. She was also a Certified Genealogist (2006-2016) with the Board of Certification for Genealogists. LaDonna is a valued member of several genealogical and historical societies, including the Afro-American Genealogy and Historical Society of Chicago, Association of African Ancestored Researchers - St.

Louis, and the Association of Professional Genealogists. She is also affiliated with the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the Association of Gravestone Studies. By combining her passion for history, genealogy, and animal preservation, LaDonna Garner is dedicated to preserving our history and natural landscapes through her work in historic preservation and cemetery restoration