Indiana - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

want to find siblings

bonate46 — 1 Nov 2008 1:25:32 GMT

My family fell apart in 1957 soon after the birth of my baby sister. We were all placed in different locations. I was finally adopted in 1960 because I was considered a special needs child. I am sure that my brother and sister had no problems in finding homes. I have found our birth parents recently and would love to have my brother and sister back, also. Even after I was adopted, I would talk of my little brother all of the time. The Indiana Department of Welfare took care of the placements and adoptions. I know that my brother went to Zionsville for a time. I do not know about my sister. She was only a few months old at the time. We all share hereditary health problems which is why I went to look for our parents to begin with. I am hoping that all is well with both of them and they have not had the heart problems which seem so prevalent in our family. My brother was born Jerry Lee, DOB 12/21/1955. My sister was born Donna Faye, DOB 07/13/1957. Our surname at birth was Waggoner. Both of our birth parents are still living, however, they are both in their seventies. It is my sincere desire to be reunited with my brother and sister.

Boy Born 10/03/1966 South Bend Indiana Looking for info on Birth parents

CTB1215 — 25 Oct 2008 2:42:08 GMT

My husband is interested in finding info about his ancestry. He was born South Bend Indiana 10/03 1966. He has information that from the age of four to six he lived in a boys home in Mishawaka, IN with people named Bollenbacher. He was given a Bible at the boys home that has his last name as Campbell. He was then adopted. He has been told that his parents may have been Cherokee. Any information, regarding the boys home or anything else that would give us a place to start from WOULD BE GREAT. THANK YOU

Searching for Male Born May 1, 1972 Terre Haute Indiana Birth Name Kevin Michael Huff

JenniferKrockenberger — 18 Feb 2003 6:51:24 GMT

Child was born to Deborah Huff and David Huff in Vigo County (Terre Haute) Indiana on May 1, 1973. He would probably have been raised by his father alone ( or remarried) after October of 1973. Could be living in Kentucky / Tennessee area. If you know of this person please contact me immediatly as I have extensive information about his birth mother's family.

birth father -of Sabrina Bradshaw

KyleAdams50 — 27 Jul 2002 9:54:40 GMT

I have been looking for my birth father for about 24 plus yrs my name is /was sabrina bradshaw then was adopted by my step dad it was townsend in fla. i was about 6 my mom left my dad i was born in evesvile ind. in 1966 fathers name was LARRY ANDREW BRADSHAW please help me .

Looking for twin sisters 8-69 in South Bend Indiana-Weaver's

jeeps2u — 7 May 2002 3:08:04 GMT

Hi, I am looking for my two younger twin sisters who were born sometime in 8-69 in South Bend Indiana to Arza Monroe Weaver Jr. and Myra Jane Shaner. I am the oldest out of 4 possibly 5 of their children. I have found our brother Arza 3rd, (his name was changed at adoption just like my last name-was to Capes) All I want to do is to see if they are okay, I do not wish to interfere in their lives. I have talked a few times with our Great Grandma Shaner and she has no clue on their whereabouts. Please if anyone knows anything on them, please feel free to contact me at jeeps2u@hotmail.com. Thank you.

Male born 7/29/67 Indiana

fraaseo — 3 Aug 2008 12:15:27 GMT

Looking for nephew born 7/29/67 in Indiana. Adoption was finalized in Marion County, IN. Mothers last name was Porter, 20 y/o white female. Born at approximately 4:00 PM.

France bro/sister adopted from Indiana Sailor & Soldiers Childrens Home

connie0751 — 2 Aug 2008 8:30:01 GMT

ISO Charles "Chucky" Edward and Harrietta Sue "Susie" France who were dismissed "Adopted?" from the Indiana Sailors and Soldiers Children Home in Knightstown, IN in 1959. Their parents were Flora Elizabeth "Betz" (Harrell) and Harry France from Wabash, IN. Their mother died in 1956 and they were placed in the home. Their mother was an aunt to my mom. Would love to know any information they would care to share with me. I have been searching for them since 1997. Thanks!

Find Half-Brother Benji

sandym8171 — 25 Jul 2008 7:04:50 GMT

I am searching for my half-brother, Benji, who was given up for adoption at birth. My mother gave birth at St. Vincent's Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana in 1958. All I know is his first name, which I believe was kept by the adoptive parents.

Can anyone help?

Thank you,
Sandy

Brown birth Evansville approx 4-3-48 girl given up for adoption

smb2191 — 13 Jul 2008 6:43:12 GMT

I am looking for my sister born at a Catholic Charity Hospital in Evansville on April 3 or 4, 1948. Fathers name
was Wilfred B Brown and he probably requested a closed
adoption.

Looking for 3 cousins, surname at birth "BAINE"

ExcaderesDesire — 1 Mar 2004 8:35:30 GMT

Looking for 3 cousins, surname at birth "BAINE" 1 boy born at St Vincents Hosp. Indianapolis Indiana. 2 girls, born at St Francis Hosp. Beech Grove, Indiana. Marion County Indiana. boy was aprox. 6 at the time he was taken away.one girl was a todler, other was an infant. They have other syblings. Their mother left the state of indiana when this happened to prevent them from taking her other child who was being taken care of by one of her close friends. She was a single parent at the time. From my understanding her children were being watched by her parents at the time this incedent happened so she could work. He sister was involved in her children being taken.Her mother was Epileptic and her sister felt her parents were not capable of seeing to their proper care.

How do you get your orginal birth certificate?

mishawakaocean — 9 Jul 2008 2:05:26 GMT

I was born Dorothy Kay Weaver, but my adoptive parents had only my last name changed. I was born in IN and I know the names of my biological parents and my biological grandmother. Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you.

looking for twin

jamierogers57 — 9 May 2002 4:41:54 GMT

looking for twin born Aug 5 1957 to Norma J.Frey madian name is Day in south Bend,Indiana that was adopted or given to a family member. Thanks, my e-mail address is jsrogers57@msn.com jamie

Sealed Adoption Records???

jlmansfield — 25 Aug 2007 4:18:26 GMT

I am in need of help. My Mother was adopted back in 1944/45. It was a privet adoption done by a lawyer in Indiana. How can we get this information from the courts??

birth family - Fred Wendel grandfather

Toni L. — 29 Feb 2004 4:33:32 GMT

My sister, brother and I are the birth grandchildren of Fred Wendel of South Bend, IN. We were born in 1951, 1953 and 1956 and given to the same family for adoption. We grew up in South Bend also. I would like medical information, not available from Catholic Charities adoption agency at that time. If you can help, please email me. Thank you, Toni L.

Adoped Twins South Bend, St. Joseph, Indiana Born Dec 6, 1987

BSGriffey — 9 Apr 2008 7:57:41 GMT

I am searching for the twins, Holly Marie and Noel Crystal Dover. That was their names at the time they were given up for adoption. Their mother, Bernice Ann Zimmerman (who changed her name to Krystal Elli), would like to contact them. They were born at Misawaka Community Hospital on Dec 6, 1987 by Dr. Arthur Sterling. The South Bend Welfare Department handled the adoption. The caseworkers name was a Jane Bigler. Anyone with information about the twins can contact me at MsBSG1@yahoo.com. Their mother would really like to explain to the girls why they were put up for adoption and how much she loved them.
God Bless
Belinda

Looking for Latham and Barbara George

suzie51971 — 31 Mar 2008 8:00:13 GMT

They lived in Indanapolis Indiana, had 2-3 other children, and gave my father up for adoption to Clarance and Louise Phelps, on march 1 1947. He was a truck driver and she worked at a local department store that is no longer in business. My adoptive grandmother and Barbara worked there together.

Adoption of David Furman Gary Indiana 1960ish

mfurman128 — 29 Mar 2008 3:07:57 GMT

I'm Looking for the Maternal Mother and Father of David R Furman born sept 16,1960 or 1961 Adapted by William and Joan Furman of Gary Indiana

Gilmore birth abt. june 1937 adoption

echopt_1 — 11 Feb 2008 10:03:40 GMT

I am wondering if anyone knows how to find an adoption of a baby girl born to Margaret Louise Gilmore. The birth may have been in 1937.
The Gilmore family actually moved to Detroit Mi. but sibling Dorothy Gilmore had married Neal Kennedy and did not leave Brazil with the family. I thought maybe when Margaret was sent away from Detroit to have the baby she went to her sisters house in Brazil, In.
Bio-mother Margaret L Gilmore was born Aug 1919 Newark Ohio Licking Co. The baby could have been called Shirley Jean Gilmore at birth. I hope someone could direct me.

1942 girl Mother:Mary Jones-Father Leonard Fraker Adopted 10/43

dloand91 — 17 Jul 2007 5:51:16 GMT

Mom is terminally ill..last wish is to find mother. Adopting parents,birth father,paternal Uncles, Aunts everyone deceased....She was born at Crawfordsville County Hospital. PS She has 10 children 9 living, 7 step children, 36 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren...but the hole in her heart can only be filled by knowledge and hopefully seeing her mother...Please help us...

looking for birth father...girl born 10/2/69, Lafayette

heatherattorney1 — 5 Dec 2007 6:37:19 GMT

I am looking for the name of my birth father. My birth mother was Marla Kay Reid, I was born at Home Hospital in Lafayette, IN on 10/2/69, and was adopted by Robert Caster on 12/2/70. If anyone can help me, or look up the info on the birth index, it would mean so much. My mother refuses to tell me his name

Born Nov. 4 1969 Indiana

pittypat2618 — 25 Nov 2007 11:37:02 GMT

I was born in indiana could have been twin birth looking for family.Can anyone help?
Thanks Pat

Female Adoptee born April 1957 Evansville

DeAnnaOutlaw57 — 28 Oct 2006 5:37:38 GMT

I was born at St. Mary's Hospital on April 9 (?), 1957. The adoption was handled through what was then known as the Welfare Office. My birth mother stayed at the Christian Home (for unwed mothers) until my birth. She had previously been married/divorced and had a son on 11/2/53. Her birthdate is 10/12/36.

She was living with her parents at the time of my birth. She had a younger brother in the military stationed in Germany at the time. Her parents were older and her father was layed off from his job.

Her family is Baptist and her maternal grandfather was a minister. This is her history taken when she was admitted in the Christian Home.

My birthname was Connie Sue Wilson. This was obtained from the final adoption decree that my adoptive parents received in 1958.

I realize this was almost 50 years ago, but if any of this sounds familiar, please respond.

Looking for daughter born around May 1971, Given up by mother. North West Indiana

William — 14 May 2006 2:21:53 GMT

She was givien up for adoption around May 1971 in North West Indiana by her mother. I never knew about this till years later. The daughter may have been born in La Porte county, Indiana. If you have any info please contact me.

If you were born 12/7/1985 look here.

cychey — 30 Nov 2004 3:32:51 GMT

I have been looking for my daughter who was taken from me in 1990. If you were born on 12/7/1985 in valparaiso, Indiana please contact me.

looking for parents of adoptee "Sean" 3/13/72

houseofpayne7 — 3 Nov 2007 11:50:48 GMT

Looking for birth parents of white male that was born 3/13/72 in Indianapolis, In.

Looking for BM and Male Adoptee 1983 Indiana

fhlindeland — 12 Jul 2007 11:29:37 GMT

I am helping my husband look for a son given up for adoption in 1983, Indianapolis, Indiana. Detail known are few from this time in his life. He knows medical information was obtained about him and was told it was a boy. Would be a white male from best est. born between Mar-Dec 1983. Mother 22-23 yrs old. Lived on N. side of Indianapolis. Possibly a nurse or nurses aide at time of pregnancy. Believed to be N. Central High grad, possible 1978 or 79. Any info you have about Mother or the son given up would be appreciated. We are looking for both of you!!!
I pray God will help us find you and bring much needed healing. Fathers initals P.H.

1945 ADOPTION... Marshall County, PLYMOUTH INDIANA

ErnestEGene — 8 Oct 2006 7:04:29 GMT

I was born in Plymouth Indiana 2-7-1945. My birthfather was in the service at the time. My birthmother had an afair and i was conceived. She put me up for adoption in Marshall County Indiana, Plymouth. Her last name was BOWEN. Either her husband or 'friend' was a butcher there in town.I was told that she tried her best to discuise her pregnancy.
My birthmother died in the 1970's i believe it was. I am told she had 3 other children, either 2 boys and 1 girl or 2 girls and 1 boy. She is buried in Marshall County. I have no first name[s]. My adopted parents lived in Lebanon Indiana, Boone County where I live now. I was adopted in 3 of 1945.
I am a female and need to find my birth siblings or birth father if at all possible. If you have any information please contact me at the email address shown..
thankyou
mary anne

ISO parents of boy born 10/17/1946 near Anderson, Madison, IN

ConnieJLogan — 12 Sep 2007 12:36:19 GMT

Looking for grandparents of my children. Boy born 10/17/1946 was adopted by Francis and Mabel Redick in Anderson, Madison County Indiana. Not sure of where he was born, presumably in the area since Francis and Mabel were called very shortly after birth to pick up their baby boy. They named him Gary Redick. If anybody has any info, please email cjlogan@mypasservices.com, Thank you.

Seeking My Birth Mother

turnaroundrox — 28 Jul 2007 12:53:36 GMT

I am a male who was born 01/25/56 at Parkview Hospital in Ft. Wayne, IN
Adopted by a Minister and his Wife, Emily & Rev. L.G. Sapp. (Rev. Virgil W Sexton) handled my adoption. I believe I have 5 older half-brothers and that my birth parents were both school teachers. Rev. Virgil Sexton was the minister of First United Methodist Church in Decatur IN, in 1956. He made the arrangement for my adoption through a church member who was the birth mother..

five sisters seperated

rcb7759 — 12 Dec 2004 7:33:30 GMT

please help me find my mothers sisters. their mother died when my mother was only 7 years old, and her and her sisters were seperated from each other. my mother and her oldest sister stayed with their father, his name was omer mason, the others were adoped. their names were nancy, vickie, donna,sandra, and shelia mason. my grandmothers name was ruby mason. they lived in indiana. please, if anyone can help to put this family back together after so many years. my mother has taken ill, and her one wish-is to see her sisters.thank you,god bless you. please help me make this a special christmas for my mother and her sisters.

A.SPURGEON DOB 1-11-27

sears10839 — 26 Jul 2007 11:27:11 GMT

Looking for any relatives, or any info of any family of my Dad. He was adopted I think he was in a orphanage in Parke county, adopted papers are from Rockville,Ind.

RONALD DEAN JONES OR MELISSA LYNN JONES

Deborah Slankard — 18 Dec 2003 9:00:26 GMT

I am your sister Deborah Ann Jones. I've been searching for you for a long time. If you get this message PLEASE contact me. I miss you both and love you very much. I want to get to know you and your family as well as introducing you to mine. I LOVE YOU BOTH AND CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU.
Your sister
Deborah Jones- Slankard

Girl,23 Feb 1942, Mary Jones-Leonard Fraker

dloand91 — 17 Jul 2007 4:07:24 GMT

Terminally ill..time running out. SEARCHING for my mother. May be Mary Jones, Daughter of Mabra C. and Katherine E. Jones....

Looking for mother/father of boy born October 17, 1946 Indiana

ConnieJLogan — 11 Jan 2003 12:33:48 GMT

Looking for my children's grandparent(s). A boy was born to them on October 17, 1946 in Anderson, Indiana at St. John's Hospital. If any possible connections, please contact me. Thank you.

Looking for Fornshell's In Indiana

txcountrybumkin — 2 Sep 2003 5:54:31 GMT

My Grandfather was born Charles Edward Fornshell in Huntington, Indiana on January 7, 1910. He was adopted by Charles E. and Doris M. Gerhart and his name was changed to George Henry Gerhart.

Any info would be appreciated.
Tanya--DameonsMom@msn.com

searching for my mothers birth mother and siblings

trimistat — 18 Jun 2007 12:06:47 GMT

my mothers name is shirley anne farley. her given name is i believe is lammons. she was born in ft. wayne indiana on march 02, 1935. she has a possible twin sister or brother. her and her sibling were taken from the parents from the state and placed in adoption. im looking for any relative that may be able to help me locate birth parents or siblings. i would like to suprise my mom.not sure or the spelling of lammons.

born in Terre Haute,IN

yellowjacket56 — 29 Jul 2006 2:24:19 GMT

I am helping a friend try to find her birth parents,at least her mother.she was born July 18,1961 in Union Hospital,Terre Haute,Indiana.She thinks she may have been a twin.
The mother may have been a college student at Indiana State University.
Her birth certificate was made out in the adopting parents name with no birth names.Adopting parents are now dead and the only relative that knows anything promised she wouldn't tell.
She has four children and could use medical info for them.
Thanks,Margaret

08/27/1972, Fort wayne Indiana adoptee, male

Renee Martin — 4 Apr 2004 3:32:18 GMT

Aunt looking for nephew for mom. Born in Fort Wayne, 08/27/1972 Dr. Richard Boyd delivered. 9 lb. pus male
jam@ffni.com

born 4/14/78...looking for anyone in my biological family

rainbowaimo — 25 Apr 2007 4:52:32 GMT

I was born either in Anderson, IN or Valparaiso, IN...I am unsure. I guess I was called "baby Heidi" and was in foster for a couple months. I was told I have a biological brother named Christopher Jordan...father's name Kenneth and mother's name Charla...if anyone has ANY information, please let me know!!!!!

ISO Grandson DOB 12/20/83 in IN. Stolen from mother by State of TN and Adopted out.

cook1210 — 19 Dec 2006 12:02:28 GMT

My name is Elvira, your mother's name is Sherrell. If either of these name seem to bring a faint memory, please contact me, you may be my grandson. You would have been old enough to at least have some memories of us. You were about 3 when the state took you away from your mother and the last visit I had with you was at Centennial Park in Nashville, TN. You were around 5, (I have pictures) and your foster parents were James and Martha. You were living in Smyrna, TN then. Your birth name was Ryan Michael. I fought for you in the TN court system, and won! Which was really hard, as I lived and worked in IN, but the system there just out right lied to the court and said they had given you to me, then had to come up to IN and get you back. This was all untrue! They NEVER released you to me at all. If any of this sounds in any way familiar, espacilly if your DOB is 12/20/83 PLEASE contact me!! we've been looking for your for a long, long time.

Columbus, Indiana- Ohio?? two sisters adopted same house?!

uniquebutworthy — 15 Apr 2007 1:59:39 GMT

I am looking for two of my sisters. My mother gave them up and I was told they were both adopted together. I believe they are 23 and 26 give or take one year. I'm not sure where they are, but they were born in Columbus, Indiana. I only know of two possible locations they could still be. Switzerland County,Indiana or Cincinati, OH. I believe the father who adopted them is a cop.
PLEASE HELP!

unique_but_worthy@yahoo.com

Looking for siblings adopted male July1959 Indianapolis and female Jan 1969 Richmond, Indiana

Lisa Edwards — 21 Jul 2003 6:41:20 GMT

contact me if you were adopted in 1959 male, female 1969 in Indiana. you have siblings and birthparents i am oldest sibling daughter, male name given at birth Douglas Michael Fisher- may been changed when adopted, Mother maiden name Fisher, female parents name was Gibson.

Girl Born 11-4-1969 Indiana

pittypat2618 — 11 Apr 2007 7:24:30 GMT

My daughter was born nov. 4 th 1969 and would like to find birth parents does any one know her? Thanks

Closed Adoption Records

survival1 — 15 Nov 2005 5:21:49 GMT

Hi,
Could someone tell me if Closed Adoption Records from Indiana in 1963 could be opened now upon request? How does this work? We are needing to find out the birth father for the family tree and since all parties are deceased except for the "birth mother" would they still open them or are they forever closed?
Also since we cannot find any adoption papers, nor could we ever, would this have been a private adoption? All we have is a green birth certificate where the last name was changed.

Thanks so much for the info in advance!
Steffany

Looking for William Johnson

CallieMacy — 29 Mar 2007 12:45:58 GMT

Looking for a William Johnson (husband's birth father) of Richmond, Indiana. My husband's birth name was Travis Wayne Johnson born 5/3/81 and put up for adoption November 1982. Birth mother's name was Karen. Lived in Richmond, IN. I believe birth father has glaucoma.

Neighbors, family members, anyone??

ISO sisters born in Gary Indiana

ebwright — 13 Mar 2007 4:10:11 GMT

Birth name Sandra Natalie 6-11-43 & Michele Ruth 12-25-45. Mother-Nellie Jacobs Mccumber. 5 girls total taken and adopted out in Northwest Indiana.

Your 3 sisters are still looking for you.

Looking For Baby Born in 1945, Indiana

cathyb5381 — 17 Mar 2007 5:50:36 GMT

I am searching for a baby that was born in 1945 in Indiana. I do not know the mothers name-only know she lived in Fountaintown,IN with her parents when she was pregnant. She was very young. My father is Marion H. Hunt(he went by Tony Hunt in later years) and was the father of this baby. He was 17 at the time and lived in Willow Branch,IN. He left for the Navy in Jan.1945 and the girl was pregnant at the time. My fathers parents were Charlie and Clara Hunt. I would love to find this child-would be my half-sibling. I do not know if it was a boy or girl. Any info would be greatly appreciated!! Please contact me!!!

please help me help my friend!

pigz11 — 1 Mar 2007 9:47:33 GMT

My friend is looking for his sister, she was born in 1983 or 1984 in Warsaw Indiana Koscuisko county, to
Beverly Ann Foreman, did not know the fathers name.
Her birth name was Ann or Anna Marie. If you have any information please email me at
pigz_1@yahoo.com

Thank you and God Bless!!

Mary&Margaret Clemons

Virginia_Warner — 14 May 2002 1:24:23 GMT

Mary & Margaret Clemons, born March 26,1951 Birth parents are Burnice &Audrey(Whitaker)Clemons,,Birthparents were born in Kentucky,Clemons girl were born in Indiana, they were taken by state in 1951, not sure of date, any information please contact me,Sister is looking for any information on these two.

Brenda Rena Davis is searching for Birth Father William A. Davis or his 4 children

JennKrock — 22 Feb 2007 6:05:57 GMT

His children would've been born prior to 1970...don't have sexes or names or ages unfortunately

My Place of Birth: Terre Haute Indiana Vigo County
Date of Birth: October 29, 1971
My Hospital of Birth: Union Hospital Terre Haute Indiana
My Birth Name: Brenda Rena Davis
Parents: William A (Arnold) and Earlene Johnson Davis
Father's age at that time: Around 43 years old (born 1926 in Missouri)
They were married in Cincinatti Ohio in February of 1971 and came to Terre Haute.
By July of 1971 he had left Terre Haute and possibly went to Souix City, Iowa
His religion was Prodestent

If you know where I could find this person- or his children (there were 4 that were listed on my adoption info, but no names) please contact me.

To my knowledge he was never in the military and I have contacted Cincinatti Ohio attempting to get a marriage licence but was refused. They even sent back the money I paid for it!

They were never legally divorced that I know of...if it was annuled I have no idea where that would've taken place.

I have reunited with Earlene who is disabled and her memory is sporatic at best so she doesn't remember much of anything at all.

I would very much like to at least locate my siblings from this man at least to know 'who' they are.

If anyone knows another avenue I can take in my search for this man...I thank you in advance for your assistance.

Many people (volunteer searchers and family) have attemped help in this search only to come up empty handed.
Thank you

http://krockenberger.homestead.com/JennifersSearch.html

Author: Jennifer Krockenberger

Surnames: Davis, William A, Brenda Davis, Earlene Johnson, Kentucky, Missouri, Indiana, Terre Haute, Cincinatti Ohio, Souix City, Iowa

Looking for Munsons

lcypiy — 19 Feb 2007 9:33:40 GMT

I am trying to find out information about a Gertude Munson. I believe she was married to John Munson around 1926.
three sons born around 1926, 1930, and 1931.
I have been told John was a mechanic and Gertude worked some where in the nursing field. I would love to add information about this part of my family to my childrens family records.

1880s adoption Sexton birth Anderson family

chrshlbrt — 10 Jan 2007 10:16:37 GMT

I want terribly to find my G Grandmothers birth family- or at least info.
This is all the info I have. Birthname is Sexton. Her birth year abt 1880. She was adopted by Anderson family in Indiana. I believe it was Columbia City. She later married William Foughty and lived in Adams County Indiana. She had 4 daughters.
This lack of info on someone so close to me in my family tree is making me a little crazy.
Any help or info would be greatly appreciated.
Good Luck to all my fellow info hunters!!!

Forrest Williams-My Birthfather???-1900's

dukensue1 — 9 Jan 2007 8:17:31 GMT

Looking for Forrest Williams who was born in Indiana around the early 1900's. He might have been musicial or have gone to a military school. I was born 4-11-1941 in Detroit to Forrest and Louise Warnock, a musician . Thankyou-Mrs. Susan Patterson

Huber Twins - b:Oct. 26, 1919

LLa4cloud — 11 Dec 2006 9:18:50 GMT

Searching for biological mother of fraternal twins, a boy "Jack M. " & a girl "Jane H.", born Oct. 26, 1919--supposedly Chicago, possibly Indiana. Adopted after the 1920 census by Morris & Helen Huber of Aroma Park, Kankakee Co., IL.
Live-in helpers of the Huber estate whom may have passed down stories with this information include:
Bauers Frank, age 43, Illinois, Helper
Anna, age 43, wife
DOUBERSON Dorothy, age 10, niece
BOWERS Harry, age 37, helper
GOSS, Charles, age 29, helper

adoption of child born to Joyce Neal

Corinne62161 — 10 Dec 2006 4:47:48 GMT

I was the "baby" born to Joyce Neal(now McCurdy)and James Jackson on 6/21/61. Joyce is from the Pendleton/Anderson area. I was conceived on Andover Rd. in Anderson. James possibly worked at Delco....If anyone has any info --please contact me.
Thank you
Corinne

Son Born Abt. Oct. 1961 in South Bend, Indiana

chuglos — 10 Dec 2006 11:00:49 GMT

Still searching for a son born about Oct., 1961 in South Bend, Indiana. Given name may have been Matthew and surname may have been Whitney. Parents were from Detroit, Michigan. Any help would be appreciated.

Chuck

ISO BM, Newton Co, IN 2/18/1969

nicats — 9 Dec 2006 1:18:26 GMT

Born George Ade Memorial Hospital, Looking for Medical History and contact if mutual. Would like to know if I have any half bros and sis's. Please contact me via email at nicats69@yahoo.com if you have any info.

BM was 17 at the time of my birth and may have been a jr. or sr. in one of the Newtown County High Schools. She could have also just been a transfer to there until I was born. If you remember anyone that fits this description please contact me.

Here is a website with more info on me:
http://www.geocities.com/nicats.geo/adopt.html
I know have 4 kids who I would love for you to meet!

<ISO> MALE ADOPTEE BORN IN OCT. 1965>

FRANK PARDUS — 6 Mar 2003 2:35:57 GMT

<ISO>
MALE ADOPTEE( DOB MAY HAVE BEEN AMMENDED),
10/23/1965 METHODIST HOSPITAL ,GARY,IN.
B/M TERRY,DR.NELSON,FROM MILLER,IN.CASE WORKER"EVELYN PHEIFFER"LAST NAME MAY BE MISPELLED.CONTACT:BIRTHFATHER FRANK PARDUS.
FPARDUS@WMCONNECT.COM BIRTH MOTHER"TERRY"
SEARCHES W/FRANK. SON WAS GIVEN NAME ROBERT
AT BIRTH.

<iso> son born 10/23/65 to 10/31/65 gary,in.

frank pardus — 4 Dec 2006 5:44:53 GMT

trying to locate my son born in gary,in. oct.1965 i didn't know about his birth until 1975. i have been searching for my so since then. if anyone knows this man please contact me at ( fpardus@netscapeconnect.com )
i am retired in florida.........

Martha Rose Taylor, John Taylor, So. Bend, Indiana Circa 1920's

runcalamity — 23 Aug 2006 8:44:03 GMT

I have the original newspaper clipping from So. Bend Indiana, early 1920's of the finding of a baby girl on the doorstep of the Taylor's, neighbors of my Grandmother . John Taylor was his name, hers was just Mrs. Taylor as is common of that era. These people adopted this baby girl and I have pictures of Mr. Taylor and Martha Rose. Just came across them and thought I might try and track them down. Does this strike a bell with anyone?

Adoption in Allen County, Fort Wayne, Indiana 1953

David Daughdrill — 3 Dec 2006 6:48:16 GMT

My name is David Daughdrill. I was adopted by Forrest & Helen Daughdrill at birth in Allen County. I know there is a chance that my biological father is also my adopted father, but then I am not sure about that. I know the card on my hospital layette says Methodest Hospital., and I am not sure there was one in Fort Wayne. I am trying to find my biological roots. My parents died in my 20's. They were in their 50's when they adopted me. I had a sister who was adopted and whom I have not seen since I was in my 20's. She dissappeared after my fathers death. Her name was Debra. If anyone has information on a son born January 19, 1953, Fort Wayne, in Methodist Hospital, handled through Lutheran Social Services, please contact me.

Jeff & Judy Remm

cindy amburgey — 25 Feb 2003 9:06:22 GMT

Your family is looking for you. Jeff Wayne Remm was born April 1964 and Judy was born October 1962. I have found a listing for Jeff Remm under the name of Jeff Turean. If anyone knows him - please contact me at either cindya1966@yahoo.com or arcsandsparksinc@yahoo.com -- Their families really would like to see them. It has been 30+ years since they were taken away and adopted.

Twins (Boys) Adopted in Indiana 1963

steff42642 — 24 Nov 2006 4:12:12 GMT

Hi,
I am trying to find any and all info on my husbands family to complete my daughters Family Tree. He and his twin brother were adopted at birth to an older couple in Indiana. Their birthdate is Jan 1963 and my husband thinks it took five or six years for the adoption to be finalized. His adoptive parents have both passed and he never found any adoption records, papers, etc. He only has his hospital foot print card that has his real last name on it (HUSTON)and his adoptive birth certificate. (It's green and has little info on it)
His birth mother has been contacted and will not tell him any info about his father other than he is dead. She wants no contact whatsoever stating her other children and husband doesn't know about them.

All my husband wants is his father's name and some info about his birth mothers ancestry for my daughters family tree. Could anyone help or give some advice on how we could obtain this info? Does he have the right to this info? He has no idea what lawyer or agency he was adopted through since there was no records found so how would he go about obtaining that info?

Thanks for taking the time to read this and any help will be appreciated immensely.

Surnames we are searching for are: Huston, Redmon/Redman,Melley, Nichols, Grant,

My side: Lovett, Myers, Popplewell, Miller, Creekmore,Brummett, Allen, Baird,

Samuel Lee TAYLOR - m. Shirley Lorene Unknown - Indiana?

wolfspiritgenealogy — 6 Nov 2006 6:14:37 GMT

Looking for any relatives of the above mentioned couple. No dates of birth, death, or marriage. known for the couple. Had daughter b. Oct 28,1964, named Dorothy Marie TAYLOR. Also had children Catherine & Charles Lee. Children were placed for adoption in (possibly)Terre Haute,Vigo County, Indiana. There was possibly an Uncle residing in Terre Haute area. All children went to different homes, as far as we know. Dorothy's name was changed to Darcy Marie CAMPBELL, AKA Darcy Marie Neighbors. Any possible relations or contacts would be very helpful. Darcy (Dee) passed away Dec. 2, 2004. For a long time she had been seeking information on her birth family. Her friends and I are trying to fulfill her dying wish, so she can rest in peace. We do have a few pictures, as well as information regarding her children.

Mother looking for son born July 26,1961/Ft. Wayne, Ind.

Naomi Newsome — 27 Oct 2006 3:43:55 GMT

You were born in Fort Wayne, Indiana . I was in Woodhaven Unwed mothers home. Your birthdate is JULY 26, 1960. You were born in the Hospital closest to the children's home. You were placed in Woodhaven's Children Home, for how long I do not know. You weighed 7lbs.8ozs. I believe.
You are bi-racial , and I love you. I hope you have wonderful christian parents, and if it is meant for you to find me , you will. THIS E-MAIL IS A TOKEN OF LOVE !!!!!!

friend's daughter born April 12, 1972

p_firestone — 23 Oct 2006 6:48:52 GMT

My friend, Cathie, is looking for her birth daughter born April 12, 1972 at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, In. Adoption was handled by Allen County Social Services. The daughter was born between 11am and 12noon. She had dishwater blonde hair and blue eyes at birth. She was delivered by Dr. George McDowell. Her father was from Tennessee. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

adopted mother

rachel — 17 Oct 2006 1:29:45 GMT

hi, im not adopted, but my mother was, and I am desperately searching for her medical history, nationalities, etc. She was born in Evansville, IN on Aug. 8, 1961.. I know more info but dont want to share it over message board. The point is, if anyone can point me in the right direction to start finding something out, please email me @ rachel.allen@hope.edu or reply here! My mother is cool with this, she just doesnt want to be involved. And I cannot ask her adopted parents because they dont understand and get emotional. Anyway if you want to help me out, please email me.

Looking for Birth Family of girl born August 8, 1961 in Evansville, IN

rachel — 17 Oct 2006 1:34:50 GMT

I am trying to find only medical / family history info for my mother, who was adopted. If you have any advice on how i can find her birth family or can assist me in any way, please let me know!!

1945 Montpelier, Indiana

iampattic — 7 Oct 2006 5:05:14 GMT

Were you born between Jan & Sept, 1945 in or near Montpelier, Blackford County, INDIANA? Does the name CALDWELL ring a bell with you? Or possibly the names KINTER or MICHAEL or DORIS LORRAINE? If any of this sounds remotely possible, please contact your birth sister as soon as possible.

Searching for Adopted Siblings...around 1950's - in Indiana?

Carol Franklin — 20 Mar 2003 1:53:17 GMT

If you were born in Indiana, possibly in Allen County and adopted in the 1950's you might be my sister or brothers. If you are interested, please contact me at my e-mail. friendlyiris@hotmail.com The Original Last Name of the adopted children would be Morvilius.

Looking for my brother

Coppess — 30 Sep 2006 1:49:54 GMT

Hi i am still looking for my brother he was born between Oct 1985-Nov 1985 in Anderson,In .Or Ft Wayne In to Tammy or Tamra (Wilson)Coppess & David D Coppess she went though a Christian Network out of Ft Wayne In .For the Adoption. I was told he was to keep his given name of David D ? Not sure? Any help what so ever would i would be very greatful.

looking for Debbie Smith of Richmond, In my birth mother

abn3mom — 10 Sep 2006 4:18:11 GMT

adoption

abn3mom — 10 Sep 2006 4:15:59 GMT

looking for my Debbie Smith { my birth mother} gave birth to me on 4/22/79 in Richmond, In placed me with family in Indianapolis, Indiana.Last I heard of her she moved to Houston Tx in 1980 and her family still lived in Richmond.

DAUGHER BORN JULY 2, 1960 BOOTH SALVATION ARMY HOSPITAL, OMAHA, DOUGLAS, NE

PatMcCord199 — 8 Sep 2006 7:36:46 GMT

I am searching for a daughter born July 2, 1960 to Opal Irene WEBER at the Booth Salvation Army Hospital in Omaha, NE. Your Mom loves you and is searching for you. Your Mom, Opal, named you Mildred Kay but I am not sure if you kept that name. WE LOVE YOU. PLEASE CONTACT ME. Your Mom did NOT willingly give you for adoption. She has prayed for you since the day you were born.

Looking for birth parents of a girl born April 19, 1982

AmandaLoy — 6 Sep 2006 8:45:50 GMT

I was born on April 19, 1982 at the Reid Memorial Hospital in Richmond Indiana of Wayne County. My parents adopted me June 27, 1983 in Porter County, Indiana. My adopted mother only knows that my birth mother was 21 and my birth father was 23 at my birth. She had blonde hair and my father had brown curly hair. I would love to know more information because I am now married with one son of our own and another on the way.

Birthson born 06/07/89 in Greensburg,Indiana

Karen — 26 Aug 2006 8:44:13 GMT

I'm a Birthmom searching for my son Eric Paul Eugene Nolley born June 07,1989 in Greensburg,Indiana I was forced to give him up in Feb.1991 by the Shelby County Welfare Dept.,he was 1 1/2 years old.Birthparents are Michael Anthony Riser and Karen Sue Nolley.
I heard that he was in Indianapolis and his first 2 names were changed to Jonathan Eric.I'm not sure if its true or not.

ISO son born 1988 vincennes indiana

dave — 11 Aug 2006 2:56:32 GMT

In search of son born August 5th,1988 @Good Samaritian hospital .Dave was the fathers name and debbie p.was mother.I think maybe was adopted by a couple in mo.

dec. 17 1969 girl

s janz — 27 Jul 2006 6:47:11 GMT

Born dec. 17 1969..10:30 am. Adopted through Family Childrens Center in Mishawaka, Ind. Mother was a 19 year old. Her mother was a twin. Father was about 21 and entered service. Mother's mother was a twin. Father of the 19 year old mother died at 50 of leukemia. Wanting to help my niece, the girl born 1969, find any family but also to trace the family tree back in time.

5 mason sisters seperated

rose burris — 7 Sep 2004 1:36:26 GMT

please help me find my mothers sisters, they were seperated when their mother died, her name was , ruby mason , married to omer mason.They lived at 2446 Indiawaapiolis Blv. in whiting Indiana, lake county when their mother took ill. My mother Sandra was only 7 years old, her and her oldest sister stayed with their father, her name is shelia, she married robert henderson. thats the last information she knows about her, but they moved to calif. the others were adopted out. nancy, vicky, donnna. all 3 were put in different homes. my mother also remenbers, nancy married a man by the last name black. can anyone please help me put my mothers family back together.thank you

Heres a small list of adoptions from Marshall County, Indiana. Hope this will help someone out :0)

shultz937 — 20 Jul 2006 6:32:58 GMT

ISO SON<1965 OCT.>

FRANK — 17 Jul 2006 5:41:53 GMT

WERE YOU BORN IN GARY,IN. AT METHODIST HOSPITAL ON OR BETWEEN 10/23/TO 10/31 1965
IF SO AND YOU ARE CAUCASIAN I AM YOUR FATHER AND I HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR YOU FOR MANY YEARS. IF THIS MAN IS YOU AND YOU KNOW YOUR BIRTH MOTHERS NAME EMAIL ME AT ,
(FPARDUS@NETSCAPECONNECT.COM)

mom's adopted partent

Bridget Resinger — 13 Jul 2006 5:32:00 GMT

mom was adopted at 2 months old. We are trying to find the parents to get medical records. She was born 25 sep 1948. Please anyone that might know please email me. Her parents that adopted her are Donald L.Parker and Dorothy Bauer. I just need the medical on her parents and maybe to see the dhildren that might be out there that she might have brothers and sisters. My mom's name at adoption was pamela Sue Parker. I pormise this is for medical informationh only. my mom has cancer.

IN "abandoned children" buried at Crown Hill Cem, Indpls

sestpcz — 10 Jul 2006 2:36:45 GMT

The Jun 24-Jul 5, 2006 issue of Nuvo contains an article entitled "Grave Mistakes: the past and present of Indiana's Abandoned Children" by Laura McPhee. It tells of over 700 children buried in unmarked graves who have recently benn discovered. Most have little or no documentation but a few do
A smidgen more data can be found on
Paul Coleman b & d 1898
Emil Staffe b 1901 d 1902
Merle Guess b & d 1902
Mary Elizabeth Craig died 1920 at 7 years of age
Thomas Riley d 1925 at 6 years of age
at Findagrave.com. All were buried in Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Marion, IN.

Hopi Indian

Pam Fellers — 24 Jun 2006 7:59:53 GMT

I am looking for a girl born 12-13-1973 in Sullivan, IN, her given name was Jessica George, she was Hopi Indian. She was adopted in 1974 by a couple in Terre Haute, IN, that managed the Mid Town Motel.
HER PARENTS ARE DESPERATELY LOOKING FOR HER!!
Thank You,

Pam Fellers

Girl born 12-13-1973

Pam Fellers — 7 Jun 2006 5:05:26 GMT

I am looking for a girl born 12-13-1973 in Sullivan, IN. She was named Jessica George, and she was Hopi Indian. She was adopted by a couple that managed the Mid Town Motel in Terre Haute, IN in early 1974.
YOUR PARENTS ARE DESPERATELY SEARCHING FOR YOU!!

Looking for Birthparents

3natives — 26 Sep 2003 8:16:47 GMT

I am looking for my fathers birthparents. He was born Dec. 21, 1925 believed to be in Evansville IN. His birth name was Elby Littlepage and his mothers name was Nellie Littlepage. She was believed to be living on 2nd St or 2nd Ave in Evansvill IN at the of his birth. He was adopted in March of 1926 by Emil and Bertha Goeke of Evansville IN. His name was changed at adoption to Emil Edward Goeke. He is half cherokee not knowing but believe his father was the Cherokee and name was not listed on his birth record he viewed as a teen. He believes his mother was originally from KY and very young. Any help would be great. Thank you!

adoption records

sharon — 7 Mar 2006 2:39:11 GMT

My Mother was adopted 1918 in Indy - looking for birth family. Where would I start looking for records?

6-21-61 Joyce McCurdy is(bmom) but I am searching for James Jackson(bdad)

Corinne62161 — 2 Dec 2004 8:01:15 GMT

Joyce will not give me any info pertaining to this person--please help me. They both lived on Andover St. in Anderson IN--dated from 1960-61, he I beleived worked at Delco. He has an older brother. Any info or anyone who can help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you

BABY GIRL BORN IN INDIANAPOLIS, IN.

BLP85710 — 26 Mar 2006 10:37:17 GMT

LOOKING FOR BABY GIRL BORN ON FEBRUARY 27, 1958 AT ST. VINCENTS HOSPITAL IN INDIANAPOLIS. GIVEN UP FOR ADOPTION THROUGH CATHOLIC CHARITIES. NAME GIVEN AT BIRTH WAS JANET LORAINE REED.
YOUR BIRTH MOTHER WOULD LIKE TO MEET YOU!.

Still looking for my brother !!

Andrew {Drew Coppess — 4 Jun 2005 8:09:38 GMT

Hi i am still looking for my brother born somewhere around10or 11-1985 or 10 or 11 of 1986? He was born in Ft Wayne Indiana his BMother is Tammy {Wilson} Coppess&His birth father is David D Coppess both from Anderson any help would be so grate!! I do not
know where to start? E-mail me with any help widetusa@earthlink.net
Thank you.

searching for my adopted sister

juanita crail — 30 Aug 2005 6:14:08 GMT

im looking for my adopted out sister,recent findings lead me to think she was adopted out in greenfield indiana.possibally by a denzel shackel.my sister was born in 1934 her name is anna kathrine.if anyone has any concetions please reply she has alot of sister and a brother,even if shes not alive if anyone knows anything email thank you juanita crail

Looking for my son

Jeanette Roberts — 13 Sep 2005 1:53:48 GMT

I was 15 in 1967 when I gave birth to my son and was forced to give him up. He was born at Colman Hospital for women in
Indinapolis In, August 4th 1967. My name at the time was Jeanette Roberts I would like very much to make contact with him to
let him know that I didn't want to give him away, and to give him any medical history he might need. I'm hoping he has had a good life and can understand that because i was so young my mother would not let me bring him home She was a widow herself and she was a fraid that I would not be able to help her provide for a baby.

ISRR--International Soundex Reunion Registry

jn210003 — 19 Nov 2006 10:32:49 GMT

The ISRR is a non-profit, mutual consent reunion registry for persons desiring a reunion with next of kin. The website is www.isrr.net/ if interested. This is a free registry. Jack, Manitowoc, WI

Sarah Jane CAMERON, b 1840, Biological Parents?

vja4Him — 11 May 2006 5:19:25 GMT

My 3rd great-grandmother, Sarah Jane CAMERON, born June 1840 (IN, IL, or MO?, married Joseph Whitfield HALLFORD, in 1859. She was raised by her foster parents, the Stoddards. I believe her foster father was a doctor? One of his initials may be L. (?).

The IGI Index lists several CAMERONS who appear to be related to Sarah Jane CAMERON: Nathan W. CAMERON married Ruth HAMBLIN; Rena CAMERON, relative to Elisha Aaron HAMBLIN; Samuel A. CAMERON, relative to Elisha Aaron HAMBLEN. Sarah Jane CAMERON is also listed as being a relative to Elisha Aaron HAMBLEN.

I would greatly appreciate any assistance with helping to find the biological parents of Sarah Jane CAMERON. Thanks!

You can view two pictures of Sarah Jane CAMERON: http://www.angelfire.com/ca2/VernAndrews/HallfordAlbum01.htm...

First picture shows Sarah Jane CAMERON, sitting, center right, with striped blouse. Her husband, Joseph Whitfield HALLFORD sitting left center.

Third picture, Sarah Jane CAMERON on right, Joseph Whitfield HALLFORD on left.

SEARCHING FOR MICHELLE

darlenerobinson47 — 9 May 2006 3:23:59 GMT

searching for michelle...born on or around 02/12/65 @ st. mary's hospital in evansville, indiana.michelle was adopted @ birth... we dont know her last name...this is my husbands half-sister..my husbands name is ted robinson.. birthmothers first name betty...birthfathers name was thomas william robinson (deceased).. we heard michelle may live in florida...my husband has two sisters janece hodgson and marsha lou fine both of henderson, kentucky and they know where michelle lives but they refuse to tell us..please help..
Darlene & Ted Robinson

Greene-Huston-Redmon

survival1 — 12 Nov 2005 11:43:04 GMT

We are looking for any information to help with our family tree.
My husband was adopted along with his twin brother in Jan. 1963 in Beech Grove Indiana. Their last name was HUSTON before being adopted to a GREENE family. His bio mother had 3 girls already and the twin boys were adopted out for unknown reasons. The only thing we are requesting is the birth mothers name, her mother and father and the birth fathers name so that we can make a family tree for our daughter. We will in no way interfere with this family, since its been 42 years we are hoping no one will mind giving us this information.
PLEASE help us make our daughters FAMILY TREE complete.
If you might be able to help you can e-mail privately @ steffany2u@yahoo.com. Your info will be kept private if requested.

Thanks in advance for any info or help you may be able to give,
Steffany & Family

6/21/61

Corinne62161 — 18 Apr 2006 11:43:35 GMT

ISO birthfather. He is listed in the 1952 yearbook from Anderson High School, Anderson, Indiana--his name is James Jackson. Please some one help me!

Thank you.........Corinne

looking for half sister

asutton6030 — 6 May 2006 3:37:26 GMT

I am looking for a half sister adopted somewhere around 1950 three years either direction in Indianapolis, In. My mother;s name was Esther Marie Harris born in May of 1928 and her last married name could of been Wagoner at the time of the adoption. Other last names Esther may of used intering the St. Vincents Hospital then located at the time on Fall Creek Blvd. could of been, Harris her maiden or Sutton her first married. The adoptive child's first name which is all I know was Cynthia Ann which my aunt Louise her sister said Esther was going to name the child. I may be able to give more info. once asked questions. Let me know if you might be interested in this search. If not interested in the search, give me some tips on how to start. Thank you AS

LOOKING FOR BABY SOUTHGATE SISTER BORN AROUND1933 INDIANA

MARY FOBIAN — 8 Apr 2006 8:26:59 GMT

I'M LOOKING FOR A SISTER GIVEN UP FOR ADOPTION PROBABLY AROUND 1932. SHE WAS PROBABLY BORN AT METHODIST OR WISHER HOSPITAL IN INDIANAPOLIS, IND. THE MOTHER'S LAST NAME WAS SOUTHGATE. THANKS FOR ANY HELP.
MARY FOBIAN
HESPERIA,CA.

adopted 1961

Chris Jackson — 25 Feb 2006 10:02:41 GMT

who is this man? Summer 1961. Told Monroe and Dearborn County