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STEFAN (Bohemia > Iowa)

Helena65 — 2008-09-07 19:35:36Z

Searching for more information on STEFAN or STEPAN family from Stary Parezov, Bohemia.

Descendants of John Stefan:

John Stefan, b.Mar 1847 in Stary Parezov, Bohemia, Died: Bef. 06 Jan 1920 in Cedar Rapids, Linn, IA
.+ Rosalia Anderle, b.Feb 1850 in Bohemia
...2 Mary Stefan, b. Abt. 1873 in Cedar Rapids, Linn, IA
......+ John R Hershey Born: Abt. 1873 in Cedar Rapids IA
...*2nd Husband of Mary Stefan:
....... + Joseph Vlach, of Iowa City, IA
........3 Robert Vlach
........3 Sadie Mae Vlach
...2 Joseph Stefan, b.01 Jul 1875 in Cedar Rapids, Linn, Iowa
.......+ Vera Roberts
........3 George Stefan, b.Abt. 1906 in Cedar Rapids, Linn, Iowa
........3 Esther Stefan
...2 John Stefan
...2 Edward Stefan
.......+ Julia M Mantele, 1888- 1974 Iowa
...2 George Stefan, b.11 Jun 1892
...2 Emelia Stefan, b.Aug 1886 in Cedar Rapids, Linn, IA

Re: Stefan from germany settled in pennslyvania

equine007 — 2008-04-16 01:56:03Z

Are you still looking into this? Did you ever find your relatives?

I'm looking into my family (also Stefan from Germany); and so I was wondering what part of Germany your family came from? Mine are from Westfalen...is there a connection?

George Stefan

records4me — 2007-12-01 02:42:31Z

I am looking for immigration and naturalization on George Stefan. According to the 1930 census he came from Hungary in 1912, married Rose Schomberger around 1918 and settled in Dayton, OH. It also says he had his 1st papers by 1930. He was born around 1893.
He had two children Alex born 1924 and Steve born 1933. HIs children are unaware of him having a middle name and claim he came to the states by himself, and did not have to go through Ellis Island.
I can not locate him on the 1920 cencus and I have gone to the county court house and they do not have record of his naturalization. They say he may not have finished the process.

Obit: Anne (Sopkow) Stefan b.1911 of Calgary, AB

kttrucking1 — 2006-12-05 18:50:09Z

STEFAN _ Anne 1911 - 2005 Anne Stefan (nee Sopkow) passed away peacefully on Friday, February 25, 2005 in Calgary at the age of 93 years. She is lovingly remembered by son Lorne and daughter-in-law Linda; daughters-in-law, Charlotte and Kathy; grandchildren, Krista, Andrea (Grant), Kevin, Jana and Russell; great-grandson Zachary and numerous Stefan and Sopkow family members and friends. Anne was predeceased by her beloved husband George; sons, Stephen and Stuart; brothers, John, Al, Joe, Ernest; and sister Marie. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Wednesday, March 2, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Anne Catholic Church (1701 Cowan Crescent, Regina, SK) on Saturday, March 5, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Riverside Memorial Park Cemetery, Regina, SK. The family members would like to thank the staff of the Foothills Medical Centre and Newport Harbour Care Centre for their special care. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 3Y6 (Telephone 403-264-5549) or Mass Cards may be arranged. In living memory of Anne Stefan, a tree will be planted by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH, CALGARY.

Joe Stefan (OHIO)

qntara — 2006-09-09 14:58:18Z

found the following entries in my husbands

grandmother's address book, and hoping to find the

connection into the family:

Her name is Elizabeth Molnar, and she married Andrew

(Andras) Stefan. They were both born in Hungary, and

married in Bridgeport, CT (USA) in 1913.

Andras was born in Jakfalva Hungary, parents were

Mihaly and Julianna (Brerviak?) Stefan. I cannot find any

info on the parents, especially Julianna.

Andras (b@ July 9, 1891) had several brothers and one

sister. Names I've been told are: Istvan, Jozsef (b@1887),

Mihaly (b@1885), and Teri. Andras worked in the coal mines and traveled around alot, if I recall correctly his brothers did as well.

The entries found in address book are:
Mr. Tony Stefan
K.H.D. 1 Box 62
Leechburg, PA

Anthony Stefan
108 Floral Ave
Leechburg, PA

A. Stefan
319 W. Berks Street
Philadelphia, PA

There is another entry for:
Joe Stefan
Tontoganog, Ohio

and a Jessy Stefan
10 ave. 239
Mountvernon (No State, possibly NY)

If anyone has any of these Stefan's in their family trees

or can find additional info on them, it would be nice to

figure out how they fit into the family/relationship to

my Stefan family. I don't know the entry dates, it is just

a small notebook with names and addresses added at

random.

I've asked Elizabeth about them, but she does not

remember who any of them are (said she does not

know them), which means they would have been

relatives of her husband Andras, who died in 1969 in

CT. Elizabeth is 111 years old, and has a great detailed

memory. If I can find more info out on these

individuals, they may trigger her memory!

Thanks to all!

Anthony (Tony) Stefan (PA)

qntara — 2006-09-09 14:53:26Z

Re: Elizabeth Stefan celebrating 110th Birthday ~ May 13, 2005

qntara — 2006-05-03 04:29:30Z

JUST ADDING AN UPDATE!

IT IS ANOTHER YEAR GONE BY NOW, AND ELIZABETH WILL BE CELEBRATING HER 111th BIRTHDAY THIS MONTH IN CONNECTICUT ON MAY 13TH! :)

Stefan/stophan/stophen/stephan

stacynielsen — 2005-10-14 04:23:37Z

I'm looking for info. on Mary Stefan (spelling may vary). She was the daughter of Thomas Stefan and Anna. She was born Sept. 1, 1894 and Died Oct. 1984. She was married to John Ondrej (again spelling may vary). Any help would be greatly appreciated. My emails jaxenbailey@yahoo.com

Ernest Louis Stefan Babybook

sug53 — 2005-08-20 06:20:08Z

Hello - I recently found a Baby's Health Book in an antique store that belonged to Ernest Louis STefan, born August 11, 1923 in Portland, Oregon. Parents are listed as Amelie Lechelt Stefan and August Ernest Stefan. Maternal grandparents are Henrietta and Ludwic Lechelt. Paternal grandparents are Anna and Ernest Stefan. I am not related or researching this family, but would like to see this little book returned to the Stefan/Lechelt Family. I'd be happy to scan and send upon request. Sincerely, Sue

Re: Elizabeth Stefan celebrating 110th Birthday ~ May 13, 2005

qntara — 2005-07-19 22:29:15Z

Hi Nancy ~

This is my husbands family, so I will need to check on exactly where they were from and if any family members were in that village.

From the info I have, the Stefan side was from Jokfolva, Hungary (that was listed on Andras Stefan's Keresztlevel from Hungary (Birth Certificate). Andras was born July 09, 1891.

The Molnar side of the family was from Szabolesveresmart, Hungary (I do not know how to use my keyboard to add the accent marks).
Birth Certificate (Kivonai) all written in Hungarian (Magyar):
a szabolesveresmart felormatus ezyhaz szulottek es megkereszteltek VII szamu anyakunyvenek 23, lapjarol, as 1895 evbol (this paper is signed in 1933, so it may have been requested/reprinted for naturalization papers issued in 1938 in US) Father: Molnor, Jozef; Mother: Taiczi, Paulina (other paperwork I've seen says Polly Tarczy) ~ I have already been informed that I did not "copy" this correctly, the handwriting is difficult to copy when you do not know comprehend the language.

I know there is a "Molnar cousin" in Budapest now. She is the daughter of one of Elizabeth's brothers. Her name is Anna Molnar. I have not contacted her yet, although I want to, for she may be able to help me with the other family members and the family in Hungary that did not come to the USA, as well as help with the info on Elizabeth's parents.

I would like to try and see if we are researching the same Molnar and Stefan Families. I understand these are very common names in Hungary, which makes it much more difficult.

Look forward to hearing back from you or anyone else that may have info on these families!

Re: Elizabeth Stefan celebrating 110th Birthday ~ May 13, 2005

2005-07-19 02:15:35Z

ther are Stefans and Molnars also in my family history. They came from the village of Bodvaszilas.

Elizabeth Stefan celebrating 110th Birthday ~ May 13, 2005

qntara — 2005-05-07 19:49:28Z

Hi all you Stefan Family researchers!

I have been trying to trace my husband's Stefan family, and thought i would share with you all that we will be celebrating Elizabeth Molnar Stefan's 110th birthday next week.

Below is what i know, and what i am researching, if you have any information that could help me, please advise. Thanks!

I am seeking info on a Mihaly Stefan, who married Julianna Brerviak. I know absolutely nothing about them other than their names and they were living in Hungary!

They had a son, Andras Stefan, born July 9, 1891 in Jokfolva, Hungary. (there may have been other children, but this is the only info i have) He died in Bridgeport, CT (USA) in August 1969.
Andras Stefan married Erzsebt Molnar.
Erzsebt Molnar was born in 1895 in Veresmart, Hungary, and came to the US in 1913. (She is celebrating her 110th birthday this week)

Her parents were Jozsof Molnar and Polly Tarzcy or Paulina Taiczi (their marriage took place in Szabolcsveresmart, Hungary).

Polly Tarzcy was the daughter of Joseph Tarzcy & ??, and was born in Zemplenegard, Hungary.

If anyone can help, I would appreciate any hints on where to begin looking for info on this info. Thanks for your help!

Mary Uzzle (Stefan ) - Obit

DLaFromboise — 2005-04-10 11:14:29Z

THE AKRON BEACON JOURNAL
****************************************
Pub. Tuesday, December 9, 2003
Page B - 7
Summit County, Ohio

Obituary :

Mary Uzzle ( Stefan ), of Marietta, passed away suddenly on November 30, 2003.

Born June 16, 1934, she was a resident of Tallmadge prior to relocating to Roswell, Georgia, where she resided for nearly 30 years.

Preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Mary Stefan ; brother, Frank Stefan ; and niece Mary Stefan.

She is survived by nephews, Frank Stefan Jr. ; nieces, Emily, Janet, Sandy, Sherry, Barb, Laurie ; many great-nephews and great-nieces, and many friends. She also leaves behind her two beloved dogs, Suggle and LuLu, whom she loved and cared for dearly.

Memorial service will take place at Westley Chapel United Methodist Church, 4495 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta, on Thursday, December 11, 2003 at 7 p.m. The Cremation Society of the South is in charge of arrangements.

********************

I am not related, just a courtesy posting.

Stefan

minimeto — 2005-04-01 03:21:24Z

Does anyone have any info on Maria Stefan (nee Scherle).She came over from austria (Germany) in 1900. She was born about 1880. She lived in the Dysart Sask. area...for sure in 1952. Her father was Peter Scherle he came over also along with Theresa Scherle which would be a sister to maria and Eva Olifkey (nee Scherle) (another sister) and her family, a brother Frank Scherle and possibley another sister named Regina. Peter and Eva and her family also settled in the Dysart area. I'm sure Maria was married when she came over. ..........

Stefan from germany settled in pennslyvania

scoroiolisa — 2005-01-19 08:01:49Z

My name is Lisa Stefan Im looking for info on my grandfathers sibblings, his name is Nick Stefan he married Magdelina Blasy They came to the US and did not look back because of the war, both leaving and never seen there families again, until 6 years ago my granmothers sister visited one time before she died ,we have never known any other family members and she had not seen her sister in 58 years my grandfather had never seen his. Any info contact me at Scorpiolisa15@aol.com My grandparents settled in pennslyvania and then baltimore Maryland where i am today. Thank you any info will help.

Re: Stefan

scoroiolisa — 2005-01-19 07:19:50Z

Hi my name is Lisa stefan My Grandfather is Nick Stefan he Was from Germany, he married my Grandmother , her name is Magdelena Blasy ,they came to the US in the 30s and settled in pennsylvania for a while and then moved to Maryland , my grandmoms still alive she has alot of info about the war , and more relatives , we live in baltimore Maryland ,I would also like to get some info if you have any Thank you.I will get more info this week, Scorpiolisa15@aol.com

Anna Stefan from Hungary

Suerth — 2004-08-10 14:19:27Z

Any information on Anna Stefan from Hungary. Born about 1890
came to Chicago about 1905.

Frank
suerth@surfnetcorp.com

Anna Stefan

Suerth — 2004-08-10 14:19:27Z

Hi Colleen,

There may be a connection! But I don't think the name was changed.

The story as I understand it, was my grandmother, Anna Stefan was born somewhere in Hungary on Aug. 20, 1892. Her mother died when she was a young girl and her father remarried. Her stepmother was very mean to her (something like Cinderella I guess). She was sent the live in New York with some relatives (cousins?) and send home money. She work at cleaning people's homes.

I think she may have been about 15 years old when she came to New York, which would put it around 1907, a little earlier then the 1914 you mentioned. She was in Chicago by the early 1920's and got married there. Her married name was Mehr. Does this name appear in your g-gfather's journal?

I know nothing about her brothers and sisters or if she had any. I do know she had a male cousin, with the same last name, living in the chicago area. Unfortunately, I do not remember his first name, but I will find out.

Thanks,

Frank
suerth@surfnetcorp.com

Eugenie Steffen Vermeulen/Belgium

2003-10-01 06:32:14Z

looking for information on Eugenie Steffen married to Desire/Desiree Vermeulen who was a Doctor. He died in Ghent, Belgium in 1928. Please contact me if you have any information.

Elizabeth Stefan of Pittsburgh

2003-02-10 23:13:36Z

I have an article about Elizabeth reported near death from
after eating Banana Cream Pie in 1935.
Children are Joseph and Vincent.
Daughter Mary Olah.
If anyone wants this article email barbarajune1111@aol.com

Anthony Larry and Laverne Stefan family

2001-06-07 01:18:05Z

I am looking for up to date information on Anthony Stefan born 5/9/1912 passed away 6*3*1996 his wife is Hortence Isabel PImentel and they had two children Larry and LAverne Mae born 2/11/1938 In madera county CA I have very little more information on Larry or Laverne please email bigsmile3@aol.com

Leo or Joseph Stefan from Hungary

2001-03-04 13:14:01Z

I am looking for information on Leo Stefan who had a son Joseph who was born in Lockenhaus, Hungary now in Burgenland, Austria Joseph was born on April 25, 1882 then came to the US with his mother in 1891. If anyone has information I would greatly appreciate it.

Stefan's

2001-01-30 17:28:21Z

Do you have any other family member names. Also, where did they settle when they came to the US?

Joshua Stefan born 5/26/91

2001-01-15 20:38:59Z

Trying to contact you. can't find phone numbers or adresses. call me 503 474-1408.

Uncle Joe

2000-11-08 04:50:13Z

Janet I was wondering cause I talk to my dad and he did know. I was kinda hope'n it was someone from our dad's uncle (our grandfathers brother) family in Europe. Hope you and the family are doing well and I'll have to give ya everones e-mail address.
Curt~FLA

Uncle Joe

2000-11-07 18:31:15Z

Curt,
I think that is Uncle Joe you are replying to. It looks like Aunt Betsy's daughter Nancy put that in there for him! I don't think he has his own computer.

Janet - Raleigh, NC

stefan Elias heritage

2000-11-07 16:51:05Z

Reply to Joseph. Joseph the people you are speaking of are my grandparents and aunt.

Stefan Family

2000-10-07 12:06:57Z

Hi, Frank. My g-grandparents came from Hungary in 1914 settled in NY. In my g-gfather's journal he lists many surnames, some family, others I don't know who they are,but I'm sure they are Hungarians since ethnic groups tend to stick together when they are in a foreign land. In his journal he mentions a Stefan family and the names he lists are Tony b.8/16/1870 d.6/5/1956, Anthony b.4/3/1903, d.3/23/64, Mary b.1/20/1906 d.?, Arnold b.3/10/01? d.1/26/60, Helen b.8/1/1909 d.? As I said, I don't know who they are but they must be relative I would like to know. By the way, I'm sure this name was changed, as it is not at all similar to other Hungarian names. Please let me know if any of this means anything to you, or if there is even a remote possibility that any info you have might be of use to me. Thanks.

Andrew Stefan - PA

2001-09-13 15:41:04Z

Looking for info on Andrew Stefan (g grandfather) who was born somewhere in Austria, Hungary between 1858-1860. He immigrated and arrived at the Port of New York on 2/17/1879. He became a citizen on 10/3/1884 and eventually settled in Hazleton, Luzerne County, PA. Sometime around 1885 he married Anna Kucsuska, who was born between 1860-1870. She immigrated in 1864.

Stefan's from Palos Ro

charlee0tp — 2004-07-26 23:03:33Z

I just learned that my grandfathers name was David Stefan and he lived in Palos Romania. My father's name was John and he came to Chicago in 1911.Does anyone know what district Palos is in or anything about getting records from there.

Stefan/Brerviak & Stefan/Molnar & Molnar/Tarczy

Tara Stefan — 2002-10-14 03:10:21Z

Hi all Stefan researchers!
I am researching my husbands family line, and they haven't been much help in the research department!
This is what i have gathered so far and need your help with:

I am seeking info on a Mihaly Stefan, who married Julianna Brerviak. I know absolutely nothing about them other than their names and they were in Hungary!

They had a son, Andras Stefan, born July 9, 1891 in Jokfolva, Hungary. (there may have been other children, but this is the only info i have) He died in Bridgeport, CT (USA) in August 1969.
Andras Stefan married Erzsebt Molnar.
Erzsebt Molnar was born in 1895 in Veresmart, Hungary, and came to the US in 1913.
Her parents were Jozsof Molnar and Polly Tarzcy (their marriage took place in Szabolcsveresmart, Hungary).
Polly Tarzcy was the daughter of Joseph Tarzcy & ??, and was born in Zemplenegard, Hungary.
If anyone can help, I would appreciate any hints on where to begin looking for info on this info. Thanks for your help! Please write subject name in emails to me -- if i cannot identify mail by the subject, it is deleted unread -- too much spam and virus mail for me to take any chances!
~qntara@aol.com

She was the daughter

Anna Stefan

alisonjp — 2001-07-01 21:10:30Z

Anna Stefan born in Austria around 1846+. Name may have been Stefana at one time, but I have no proof of that. Married to Theophile Hyppolite Blanc. Children the had: Mary, Andrew, John, Anna, Helen, Joseph, Louis Louise.

Stefan

alisonjp — 2001-07-01 21:10:30Z

Shirley,
According to the info I have, none of the daughters married a Groff.
Alison

Re: Leo or Joseph Stefan from Hungary

Barbara Loden — 2003-01-15 22:34:16Z

I have an article from the newspaper Nov. 1935 about a family with a son Joseph. Mother Elizabeth. Another son is Vincent.
If this means anything to you email me at barbarajune1111@aol.com for the article to be sent to your email address. I cannot post it because of the copyright.

ancestors

nk_morrison — 2003-12-27 16:25:09Z

I am looking for Stefan and Elias surnames; in the areas of Miskolc, Hungary settlement

stefan Elias heritage

nk_morrison — 2003-12-27 16:25:09Z

I am looking for the family of Joseph Stefan. I believe he lived in the area of Miskolc, Hungary. He had vineyard property and was a trade carpenter. He married Mary Elias. First daughter born was Anna Stefan.

Stefan''s from Romania

tpbrake — 2002-01-27 21:05:09Z

Need info on John Stefan and his brother (name unknown)who came here from Romania around 1900 probably. They lived in Chicago. John was married to Leona Beach from NY State. They lived Jackson Blvd at 3410 Congress St. Worked at Terry's Place.Had daughter Leona in 1936. Around 1965 John may have moved to western state to live with brother.

Stefan''s from Romania Continued

tpbrake — 2002-01-27 21:05:09Z

Please reply to my previous message Jan 4, 2000 by e-mail to l_tillson@hotmail.com. Also it was posted by Lee Tillson not John Stefan. Thanks.

mary stefan

s_leetch — 2001-08-05 18:29:11Z

Alison do you know if Anna's daughter mary married a
a man named groff?

Stefan

drestefan — 2002-09-22 15:26:19Z

I have just started to research roots on Stefan from Germany.
Could someone guide me on some good sites. Thank You.

Catherine Steffan (Stefan)

pakline1 — 2002-08-18 06:37:00Z

Catherine Stef(f)an married Johann Heinrigh broers - son Johann Heinrich married Anna Runge geb Morh in 1830 in Gramstedt, Germany. Their Son John Henry Broers came to Australia and I am a descendant form them. Would be pleased to hear from anyone connected/with info.
Kerry Payne

Lena Stefan

LilySue49 — 2003-07-10 02:47:26Z

Looking for information on Lena (possibly Karolina) Stefan who arrived US in 1886 and subsequently married Eldridge Howard Thompson and settled in Omaha, Nebraska. She was born 28 January 1867. Parents are listed on her death certificate as Frank Stefan and Anna Sterber (?) both of Czechoslovakia (Bohemia).