The Athey lineage is currently being re-examined. Previous research has suggested that all of the surname and it's variations, descended from the common ancestor of Gerard de Athee. Current research, combined with the DNA results of participants bearing the surname has found this assumption was not correct. Anyone wishing to receive the newsletter on the research updates can e-mail me at patheyemail-lineage@yahoo.com.

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Paul Athey