Pennsylvania - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Marie Coyle - Adoptee

hawkecho — 13 Jan 2004 9:20:45 GMT

I'm doing research for my step-Aunt on her mother's family. Recently (within the last 5 years) her mother learned that she had been adopted while trying to get a copy of her own birth cert to obtain a passport.

Since then we have learned:
Birth name: Marie Coyle
" date: January 1931
" place: Bethlehem, PA
Birth mother: Ellen Coyle
Birth father: Warren Kemmeron
Baptism: St Bernard, Easton, PA, by Rev Joseph B Muldron

Adopted father: James Prior
Adopted mother: [--?--] O'Brien
Lived in: Philadelphia, PA

I found an Ellen J Coyle in the 1930 US Census:
1930 Philadelphia, PA, Girard College
Coyle Ellen J - F - W - 18 - S - _ - na - Yes - N Ire - N Ire - N Ire - English - ?0 - 03 - v - 1929 - AL - Yes - Waitress - College - 619V - w - Yes

Image Source: Year: 1930; Census Place: Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Roll: T626_2142; Page: 17B; Enumeration District: 819; Image: 0666.

As for a birth father, I found 2 Warren Kemmerers (only 4 Kemmerons in the whole US - no Warrens) in the 1930 US Census living in Bethlehem, PA. 1 is listed as head of house & in his 40s, the other is 18 and listed as son (but not of the above Warren). This is as close as I've been able to come.

Any info would be appreciated! It would be wonderful to find "Marie's" siblings if there are any or info on her grandparents.

Thank you & Happy Hunting!

Stephanie Wright
Bucks County, PA

Ashcraft / Ashcroft, Bullock, Canby, Cassidy, Flynn, Goldstone, Hartnett, Hanf / Hauf, Kelty, Kettlewell, Kilgallon, Macknet, Makela, Marshall, McCarthy, Nori, Stucke, Sweeny, Thorn(e), Wambold, Wampole, Weikel, Wetherill, Wisham, Wright.

1918 Luzerne County Adoption

orrrich — 8 Nov 2008 9:00:51 GMT

Seeking information about the birth mother of Catherine Richards who was adopted 11/20/18 by Edson and Ida Goodrich. The birth mother's name was Blodwin. Thanks.

Adoption in 1941

starshollow281 — 30 Oct 2008 4:31:35 GMT

My mother was adopted in 1941 in Philadelphia. The surname of her mother was Gallagher. I'm searching for her family.
Unfortunately, I do not have any more info at this time. She was born at St. Joseph's hospital.
I believe that her mother was unmarried at the time, and she married the father shortly after the adoption took place. I think Gallagher is the mother's maiden name, but not sure.
There are more children after the marriage.

Can anyone help?
Thanks

looking for 45 year old brother and my biological father

NJHIGG1 — 26 Oct 2008 2:28:28 GMT

My name is Nanette. I am 47 years old. My birth mother's name is Juanita Murray (nee McNeeley) I was born 8/27/61. I have a brother whose birth name was Bryant McNeeley who was born in Philadelphia and put up for adoption through Catholic charities perhaps to a wealthy family or a doctor and his wife in So. Jersey. My adoptive parents are deceased and I desperately want to find my brother and my dad. If you can guide me or help me please contact me. I live in Jersey. Bryant's name was changed at birth probably by his adoptive parents. He is an afro amerian male who was born in March of 1963. Please help me.

looking for anything i can find

melanieviselli — 14 Oct 2008 7:37:57 GMT

my name is melanie viselli. i am looking for any possible info for my aunt...josephine viselli. she was born sometime in the 1940's. she was adopted while still very young in PA. the family that adopted her had the surname de fazio. i don't know much about her family at all. currently she lives in florida with my uncle (her husband lenny, my dad's brother). she suffers from deminsia, so there are somethings that it's becoming harder for her to recall of course. she's such a nice person...and i would like to know more about where she came from...
at least where to start looking. i realize i don't have a lot of info...but other than the first names of her adopted parents, i don't know too much else.
thanx to anyone who tries.

Girl b. 1/16/1963 Roselia Foundling Home Pittsburg, pa Adopted 5/11/1963 from St. Josephs Home Erie, PA

lesliesilka1 — 10 Oct 2008 1:16:42 GMT

Named Christine Ann

looking for help to find roots - Maude Burns (?)

michelle l burns — 27 Dec 2003 7:08:28 GMT

I know that my great grandfather was name James Willams Burns. His son was Robert James Burns he married Anna Christenbury in Scranton ,Pa. He had 3 sons Thomas James,Edward Willams,one i don't know name and a daugther name Maude was adopt by framliy i think by name of christenbury in North Cal.I would like help i do belive that framily is in ACrantron ,Pa . Great grandfather was in the millarty and was cpt. and belong to a gun club and was in the locatal paper in 1912.

ISO Boy (Man) born April 3, 1973 in Pennsylvania near little town named Mars

Ferraioli — 16 Feb 2005 3:51:04 GMT

I am ISO my birth nephew, born in a hospital near Mars PA (or near an old closed army base in that area) Your mother is ready and waiting to hear from you, scared that you will hate her for giving you a chance at a better life than she could have at the time. If this man is you or you know someone who wants to find their mother and can match info we have please email me at Ferraioli@aol.com
These names are added for more "Hits" to this message
Agnes or Aggie Pennington
Agnes or Aggie Bogardus
Agnes or Aggie Stack

LOOKING FOR BIRTH PARENTS

BABY BOY BORN 05/27/55 LANC CO PA — 9 May 2000 9:36:01 GMT

BORN IN LANCASTER COUNTY, BABY BOY ADOPTED BY MUCH OLDER COATESVILLE, CHESTER CO, PA COUPLE ADOPTED RIGHT OUT OF BIRTH PLACE NO RECORDS OF PARENTS NAMES ON BIRTH CERTIFICATE. HELP

Free Searches Large Lists of Adoptees Birth Parents & Siblings PA

Gretchen Adria — 4 Mar 2003 8:41:22 GMT

Looking for Biological Family in Quincy,PA

seymourpaul — 23 Sep 2008 1:12:14 GMT

Hi my name is Paul and I was born on March 27th 1968. From what I have been told My biological family may live in or did live in Quincy PA, I was told my Grand Parents owned and operated a Motel. My Bio Mother had two son's at the time of my birth and may have gone to Philadelphia for anonymity while she was pregnant with me. My brothers would be around 46 and 51 years old. My grandfather was Croatian and my grand mother was German and Irish. My mother had a younger sister. My mother would have graduated around 1953-1955 and went to catholic high school in the area of Quincy,PA If any of this sounds familiar to you could you pleas contact me. Or if you live in Quincy and could help me with some local information I would really appreciate it.

BABY GIRL 5-8-1968 PENNSYLVANIA

mtdesq — 10 Aug 2008 6:10:14 GMT

I am a girl who was born in Lankenau Hospital in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, on May
8, 1968 at 9:46 p.m. I weighed 7 pounds 5 ozs. and was born at 39 weeks
gestation. I was born with a large hemigioma on my forehead, which is a red
birthmark. It appears from other bills that my birthmother was treated at
Pennsylvania Hospital prior to the delivery. My birthmother was 19 (Born in
either May or September of 1948 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) and
unmarried. Her first name begins with a "B." She was five feet tall and
approximately 98 pounds with blonde hair, green eyes and a fair complexion.
She was of Irish Italian descent and was Catholic. She is a high school
graduate and was employed as a secretary. My birthfather was 21 years old,
five feet ten and approximately 160 pounds, Catholic, Irish Italian descent,
red blonde hair, brown eyes, High School graduate and employed as a
salesman. He was not listed on the adoption petition. I was discharged
from the hospital on May 13, 1968. The hospital bill lists me as New Born
#13044, and the bill was approximately $700.00 (partially paid by medicare).
My maternal biological grandfather was employed as a police officer. The
adoption was private, handled by Raymond and Estelle Rubens. I also have
reason to believe that Spence and Chapin were involved somehow. Estelle
Rubens handed me over to my adoptive mother on a street in Philadelphia on
May 13, 1968. I was taken to New York. The adoption was finalized in
Delaware County, Pennsylvania by the Honorable Judge Leroy Van Roden of the
Delaware County Orphan's Court. The only request my birthmother made was
that I be placed in a Catholic Home. I am seeking to find either
birthparents, possible siblings, any blood relatives. My adoptive parents
names are Mario F. DeSimone and Patricia B. Demasi DeSimone. Please contact
me at MTDESQ@aol.com.

Baby Girl 5-8-1968 Pennsylvania

mtdesq — 10 Aug 2008 6:08:25 GMT

I am a girl who was born in Lankenau Hospital on May
8, 1968 at 9:46 p.m. I weighed 7 pounds 5 ozs. and was born at 39 weeks
gestation. I was born with a large hemigioma on my forehead, which is a red
birthmark. It appears from medical bills that my birthmother was treated at
Pennsylvania Hospital prior to the delivery. My birthmother was 19 (Born in
either May or September of 1948 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) and
unmarried. Her first name begins with a "B." She was five feet tall and
approximately 98 pounds with blonde hair, green eyes and a fair complexion.
She was of Irish Italian descent and was Catholic. She is a high school
graduate and was employed as a secretary. My birthfather was 21 years old,
five feet ten and approximately 160 pounds, Catholic, Irish Italian descent,
red blonde hair, brown eyes, High School graduate and employed as a
salesman. He was not listed on the adoption petition. I was discharged
from the hospital on May 13, 1968. The hospital bill lists me as New Born
#13044, and the bill was approximately $700.00 (partially paid by medicare).
My maternal biological grandfather was employed as a police officer. The
adoption was private, handled by Raymond and Estelle Rubens. I also have
reason to believe that Spence and Chapin were involved somehow. Estelle
Rubens handed me over to my adoptive mother on a street in Philadelphia on
May 13, 1968. I was taken to New York. The adoption was finalized in
Delaware County, Pennsylvania by the Honorable Judge Leroy Van Roden of the
Delaware County Orphan's Court. The only request my birthmother made was
that I be placed in a Catholic Home. I am seeking to find either
birthparents, possible siblings, any blood relatives. My adoptive parents
names are Mario F. DeSimone and Patricia B. Demasi DeSimone. Please contact
me at MTDESQ@aol.com.

Phila; W. Jenkins adopted as R. Dallin 1921

JAEgo2 — 9 Jun 2008 3:08:12 GMT

I am hoping there is some kind soul out there who can help me. I am doing genealogy research for a close friend (my husband's best friend for years and years). His father was born William JENKINS in 1921 and was adopted by Milton and Rose Dallin that same year and renamed Robert Milton Dallin. From what my friend knows, there were other Jenkins siblings, the Jenkins were married and that William/Robert was the only one given up for adoption. William/Robert died in 1988, and his natural sister, Ruth, attended his funeral.

Does anyone out there know what will happen if we request a copy of William/Robert's original birth certificate? Would that be sealed?

Looking for birth family

manusjjcs — 1 Jul 2008 7:24:06 GMT

I was born in Philadelphia on November 12, 1971. I am a male adopted to a Doctor and his wife. I was told that my birth mother was young when she had me. Please any information would be greatly appreciated.

who am I ? - I was adopted between 1947 and 1950

peacemaker561 — 7 Jun 2004 3:42:49 GMT

adopted between 1947 and 1950 to Paul and Ellen Emick. Location Williamsport Pennsylvania. Want to find who my birth parents, brother(s), sister(s) are. I can be reached at, email = peacemaker561@sbcglobal.net Can not find any records of my birth anywhere. My adopted name is Harold Alvin Emick.

Edward Fedder

ElizabethHempstead13 — 8 May 2008 12:46:51 GMT

Born July 21, 1950 in Bloomsburg and adopted a year later. Does this name mean anything to someone?

ADOPTEE>F 07/31/1966 ALLENTOWN, PA

Lori7661 — 6 May 2008 6:19:38 GMT

I am looking for anyone who knows about a baby girl born on 7/31/1966 in Allentown, PA. This was a private adoption. The baby girl was taken from the hospital back to New York.

If you know of anyone who gave up a baby girl born on this date please contact me.

LOOKING FOR HUSBAND'S ADOPTED FAMILY:

ohfrickimamick — 28 Apr 2008 3:52:35 GMT

Born 10/06/69
FARRELL, PA

Born: BABY BOY LEWIS
Premature

Mother listed on birth certificate....I will provide this information if neeeded.

No father listed.

We have contacted birth mother. She does not show any interest in getting to know my husband, which is fine. We are interested in the father, circumstances of the adoption and a possible medical history. Through hours of research at the Sharon Library and digging through old obits, I was able to locate several obits for HER family to piece together a little bit of a medical history.

IF anything sounds familiar, please contact us at ohfrickimamick@yahoo.com

Weaver children adopted by Seifert's

Bea103149 — 24 Apr 2008 1:08:27 GMT

Good Day,
I am in search of information on my Mother's two half brothers and sister........
My Grandfather Jesse Banks Weaver married Clara Emma Casner.....after just a few years, they divorced.......Jesse than married my Grandmother.
Jesse and Clara had three children....Wilber/Wilbur....Helen and David Weaver. All three were adopted and carried the Seifert last name........the three children were all born between the years of 1914 and 1920....Grandpap Weaver and his first wife were not together very long.....
If anyone knows anything about these three adopted children I would GREATLY appreciate it.
One thing I left out.........they were born in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania.....and, might NOT know thatthey were adopted.
Kindly
Bea
beair@verizon.net

ADOPTEE LOOKING FOR BIRTH PARENTS

ljschatzie — 21 Sep 2005 6:49:54 GMT

I was born on July 28th, 1971 at the Florence Crittendon Home for Unwed Mothers in Williamsport, PA. Looking for birth mother or anyone who was there during this time! I had a closed adoption. I was adopted by a minister and his wife!

Female - 10/12/1963 - Bucks County - Private Adoption

jjdcoach — 3 Apr 2008 8:27:49 GMT

Posting on behalf of my wife.

Born 10/12/1963 in or near Bucks County. Mother was from Philadelphia, most likely the Torresdale section. Mother was the eldest of four girls and was 18 at the time of her birth. Mother's initials at time of adoption: K.M. She has no information on her father. Seeking any member of natural family, maternal or paternal. Adoption was private gray market, no agency involved. County will not release her non-id. Great-grandparents surames: Foody, Judge, Keenan. Any information please contact via myspace at http://www.myspace.com/ulb1963

sandra garrity[ward]

sandrahuffman75 — 3 Apr 2008 10:55:52 GMT

i was adopted by Joe and Sally Garrity of Montgomery county Pennsylvania
my mom gave me the name of carol ward to search for med history
any info helpful thank you
sandrahuffman75@gmail.com

sandra garrity[ward]

sandrahuffman75 — 3 Apr 2008 10:50:06 GMT

my adopted mom gave me the name of carol ward from the Montgomery county area of Pennsylvania
i am in need of medical info from birth family
carol worked at valley forge hospital as a lab tech in the 1960's
i have three children of my own now and health issues
any info helpful thank you !!!!
sandrahuffman75@gmail.com

MARKOW, David, born 1972 -- Adopted

Dalice — 30 Mar 2008 5:27:17 GMT

Looking for David MARKOW born June 26, 1972 in Philadelphia. Your sister born 7 years later would like to get to know you.

ALLEGHENY HOME FINDING DEPARTMENT IN PITTSBURGH...ROACH, BABILON

ohfrickimamick — 27 Mar 2008 4:28:57 GMT

We have been researching the adoption of my grandfather for years and we have compiled alot of information and have met a lot of interesting people along the way. One thing we did learn was that for a time before he was adopted, he was placed in the Allegheny Home Finding Department and was adopted though them. Have tried to find information about this agency and have not had much luck!!

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Krista

Female-Born-02/24/1954- Berwick, Pa

katejohnson1954 — 24 Sep 2007 1:05:22 GMT

Born in Berwick Pa, to Wanda Fahringer. Adopted by Eugene and Lorraine McAfee. The Doctor was James Youngkin, and the attorney for the private adoption was Robert Bull, Sr. --I was born in Berwick Hospital, and went home with a/parents 3 to 5 days later. I stayed in Berwick, until 1973. Any help in locating any sibs, or birth mother would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks
Kate (AKA--Kathleen Ann McAfee)

Looking for birth parents. Born in SHARON HOSPITAL, SHARON, PA. DOB 04/29/1966

Jennifer L. Peck — 9 Mar 2005 11:07:36 GMT

I am in search of my birth parents. I was born on April 29, 1966 in Sharon Hospital in Sharon, Pennsylvania. My adoption was handled through the Mercer County Children's Aid Soceity.

Information on getting OLD adoption records in PA

Lana Clark — 8 Oct 2005 12:32:57 GMT

My mother, Martha Viola Henninger was born on Feb 22, 1917 in PA. The state tells me if I can get the judge in the county she was born in to release the birth certificate, I can have it.

I wrote to the judge in the county were we assumed she was born, and they came back and said they had no records for her. Originally when I spoke to someone at Vital Records in PA, they told me if that judge didn't have the records, they could at least tell me in which county she was born, so I could then write to the judge in that county.

So, I did call back to Vital Records to ask for the county of birth, and was flatly told they do not give out that information.

Talk about catch-22. I don't know where she was born, but I have to get permission from the judge in this hypothetical county to get the records opened.

Mt mother is gone, I am quite sure her mother is gone. I am trying to figure out who this would hurt.

Does anyone have any ideas?

Thanks.

Gale/Gayle-Robinson or Robertson-? Pennsylvania

Champlain9 — 24 Mar 2008 9:33:33 GMT

I need some help as I have hit a complete brick wall.

I have been searching for Gale/Gayle for some time now, apparently he was raised in an orphanage in Pennsylvania and served in the US army in the UK in 1944.

He was a coal miner prior to enlisting into the army which would have possibly been prior to WW2. His name has been spelt differently, he may have served in the 82nd airborne division, not 100% sure.

This is all the information I have, and would appreciate any help please.

Regards

Janice

Adoption records in Luzerne County

mimipascale — 29 Oct 2006 10:39:33 GMT

Does anyone know where adoption records from the 1880's in Luzerne County are kept and if the public has access to them?

Nanicoke Orphange-St. Stanislaus;Looking for great uncle Birth name Stanislaus Kirchner

Tina McCall — 4 May 2001 7:41:28 GMT

If anyone would have any info. on his adoption, please let me know. My 85 year old grandmom, would like to be reunited with brother. I would love to give her that. He was born in Scranton, Pa. on 9-20-1918. I don't know what age he was adopted at, but know that he was at St. Stan's orphange. Thank you, Tina

Seeking any Farleys who lived in Philadelphia 1945-1947

starlightafar — 10 Mar 2008 9:06:05 GMT

I know my birth name was Joan Farley and I was born January 25, 1946 I am hoping to find any relatives of mine. I was adopted and given another name.

Adoption - Dunmore, PA 1907

anisahoni — 16 Feb 2008 12:43:30 GMT

Seeking any info on adoption and birth family of Richard Brooks Leavitt, born 2/16/1907 in Dunmore, PA. Adopted by John Brooks Leavitt. Compiling medical genealogy.

Aug 31 1973 - Adoption

luciyoung — 8 Jan 2008 9:24:19 GMT

In search of Son PGH PA West Penn Hospital

girl b.02/09/1956 in PA -- searching

rjphoto44 — 24 Jan 2008 12:09:36 GMT

Possible last name of mother is all I have: Arrow Any help appreciated been looking a long time now.

Seiberlich- Adoptions- Philadelphia, Pa

josie8862 — 15 Jan 2008 1:34:55 GMT

Hi
I'm looking for info for a friend of mine.
Her father was in a home in Philadelphia area in the early 1940's. He also had 2 siblings that were placed in a home at the same time. He knows for sure one was a brother, but being he was only 2-3 years old at the time, he doesn't remember their names. He was born in 1938 and his surname was Seiberlich before he was adopted.
I have never tried to find someone who was adopted before, so I am clueless as to where to look or start.
Can someone help me out with this?
Thanks
Joanne Vaughn

Looking for Michael Gerhold Hoffmann b. 1980 in YORK, PA

MGreen7358 — 13 Jan 2008 12:15:00 GMT

Mike, please e-mail me at mlgreen@wvinter.net
regarding your biological mother Shelagh Marie Dyer.
M. Green

Early adoption in Penn HAWK

YvetteNelson934 — 12 Jan 2008 2:35:09 GMT

I'm searching for early information on one Benjamin Hawk, born 1781 Penn. It is believed he was adopted into a Quaker family. He ended up in the 1851 Census for Ontario. There were two other siblings as well that was NOT adopted with him.
Anyone knowing infor on Quaker adoptions? would appreciate any information.

Yvette

SHIVERS/SHIVER born Philadelphia 1963

psanda — 27 Dec 2007 1:36:00 GMT

Looking for birth Mother of baby girl born 1963,St Vincents Hosp. Philadelphia. Baby given up for adoption through Catholic Charities. The Mothers maiden name was SHIVERS/SHIVER. Any info please contact.

F b 3/2 -3/7 1960 d. 6/20 1999 I am her daughter looking for her parents and my father's family

aukxsona — 6 Oct 2007 4:19:16 GMT

My mother was adopted by a nurse named Mary A Mitchell in Confluence PA in March 1960. She was premature. The nurse saved my mother's life, became her mother, and my grandma. I don't believe my mother was born in a hospital or that this was a "legal" adoption. My mother died looking for her birth parents, I am looking for anything on my mother or father. My mother's birth mother's name is Shirley, and birth father's name is "Red". I don't know if these are real names or not, but I believe they are. I have no last names. My mother is said to have 5 or 6 living siblings from this man and woman.

MY father's name is Frank Warren Bush Jr. He passed away in December 26th, 1996. I am looking for any family related to him. I am his only daughter as far as I know. I have a brother named Jeremiah, whom I believe I have found via Myspace. We haven't so much as sent a 4 sentence email to each other though. I know my father had several siblings, a total of 5. I am looking for those siblings which are interested in regular contact. His siblings names are Dawn, in SC, (but I don't know where in SC) Alisha last known address in WA (again don't know where), Dody in PA (not interested in keeping contact), Dave (unknown) and someone else. I know that my father's father died after my father died. I know that my "biological" grandmother is not interested in contact even though she is very much alive and well.

I am looking for Erma Founds Jones Singleton's first born...Thomas LeRoy Singleton

Tom Singleton — 31 Mar 2004 8:14:56 GMT

Erma Founds married or lived with Daniel Jones prior to marrying James Albert Singleton in about 1933. She gave birth to Thomas LeRoy Singleton on 9/19/36 but it was documented that he was her second child...??? York County, PA...or Hartford County, MD area?

Reading 44-46 surname- Moyer or Richards

silverking51 — 25 Sep 2007 9:05:07 GMT

not sure of year. mother was unmarried at time of your birth.
not much information. If ether surname matches email me.

silverking51@yahoo.com

Adoptee Born March 1970 ISO Birth Family

GBurg92 — 25 Sep 2007 1:19:31 GMT

I was born in Philadelphia on March 3, 1970 and am looking for any information regarding birth parents/family.

Baby girl b. 1970-71 Phila Pa.

Lorri — 11 Oct 2003 9:17:03 GMT

If you were born at this time please contact me.

Female brith 24 May 1964

BobbyTroup46 — 24 Sep 2007 10:48:30 GMT

My niece asked for my help in trying to locate her bmother who gave birth in Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co, PA on 24 May 1964. We are working on other avenues and when we locate additional information, it will be posted. Any leads or suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

Jones adoption 1930's Chambersburg, PA

billtrishj — 22 Sep 2007 5:46:47 GMT

Lula Ida Hershery & John E (Casey)Jones had four children. With the oldest being the daughter and then three sons. All four children were placed in the Childrens Society of Chambersburg, PA possible in the early 1930's The fourth son we were told was named Glenn Jones (but not positive). We have no date of birth for this fourth child and third son. The story we have heard is this fourth child was adopted by a Philadelphia, PA family but we have no name or date of adoption. This fourth child then went into the Navy per the story provide by the daughters husband. The daughter's husband had been researching the family genealogy trying to locate her youngest brother Glenn Jones (original name at birth). Unfortunely he passed away a few years ago and the information left behind is not complete.
We have gathered the information left behind and continuing the search.
We are looking for this borther/Uncle or his adopted family. Since the oldest sibling is 80 and the other two brothers are 78 & 77. We have a large extended family and looking for the missing brother/Uncle. Per PA files this fourth child is still alive and the adoption was legal & will not release any information. Any assistance in finding this lost sibling will be greatly appreciated.

seeking siblings

CHARLOTTE_HERRERA — 15 Mar 2007 2:41:46 GMT

seeking siblings of female born may 17/1952 in the berwick hospital,berwick,pa. .name on birth certificate for mother is silvetti

Searching for any info. on William Joseph Kelly of Philadelphia

saraphire123 — 30 Jun 2007 7:47:17 GMT

Both my Mom & Dad were adopted & i'm in the process of searching for family from either side. I don't have much info. to go on. Only that his father's name was William Joseph Kelly. Per my dads baptismal certificate it lists his dad as age 35 when my dad was born in 1940. It also says his birth place was Phila. William Kelly is such a common name. I really don't know where to go to look. Thank you for reading this & for any help you may have!

searching for 3 adults

peggymattson17 — 3 Jan 2007 11:54:33 GMT

hi my name is: peggy mattson-kasper. i am been searching for my babies now adults. they where adopted out in may 20,1988. their birth names where: jessica lynn kasper born april 11,1983,georgiann maria kasper born march 28,1984,christopher ferrlando louis kasper born august 12,1985. is there anything you can do for me please? contact me if you can eigther call 814-454-1452 or email bettymattson2@aol.com thank you so,so much peggy

Looking for my nephew Robert Thomas Scott Jr.

phenriquezz — 28 Aug 2007 2:28:59 GMT

My nephew was adopted out when he was between the ages of 3-5. He was born in Mckeesport Pennsylvania. His parents are Joanne Coddington Of Glassport Pa. and Robert of Mckeesport Pa. He was born in 1988. My understanding is that he is in Erie, Pa. But I have looked and still can not find him.I understand that he may also go by the name "ROBBY".

PA - Morgan Children - Adopted out

chipandkate — 19 Aug 2007 12:50:59 GMT

If this sounds familiar to anyone, please let me know.

There was a man with the surname of Morgan who live in Eastern, PA. (Family stories seem to indicate coal country... this could be wrong.)

His wife died and he was an alcoholic. There were some (more than 2) children. The Catholic Church (?)stepped in and rehomed the children.

Charles (my grandfather) was adopted to a family (Evans) in Berks County but would NOT go unless his sister Mary (?) was taken with him. (Or it could have been the other way around.)

The other children were adopted by families in more the Pittsburgh area.

I'm looking for the names of the alcoholic Morgan and his late wife and any information that you may have that pertains to them. (Or what happened to the other children from that union!)

Thanks for reading!

Adoptions between 1870-1880.

ReneeDelrosario — 18 Aug 2007 11:52:30 GMT

According to the 1880 US Federal Census of Wharton Township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania, my great-great grandfather, Bismarck William ARENSBURG (b. July 14 1874 Pennsylvania) was the adopted son of William (b. 1821 Germany) and Loueza (b. 1828 Germany) ARENSBURG. I am wondering if adoptions were recorded at this time and if there is a way that I could find out more information about it. Thank you.

Friendsville,PA adoption

doublepooka — 17 Aug 2007 3:37:26 GMT

Am looking for any info on a family with the last name of Quinn who I am told adopted a young man by the name of Joseph Anderson. Joseph left home around 1897 and was taken in and adopted by a family with the last name of Quinn. When Joseph died his obit indicated his name was Joseph Quinn and his mother was Margaret Hannan Anderson Kendrick and his father was Frank Anderson. Any info would immensely be appreciated.

girl born in erie 1945

MaureenPierson77 — 6 Aug 2007 12:19:35 GMT

I am helping a friend find her birth family. She was the youngest of 6 children and was adopted when she was 6 months old. If you have any information, Please email me.

HELP - looking for birth siblings or any family

semi7140000 — 27 Dec 2003 5:49:31 GMT

born 12/15/54 in Ridley Park, PA. Mother name either Sara or Regina Brittingham. Father James Gordon. Any info. Please contact me. Thank you.

Looking for Radar siblings or Messler

FaithfulLove2 — 24 Jul 2007 1:19:21 GMT

I am looking for my half brother's and sister of my birth father, Norman Benjamin Radar, Sr. One sister is Shirley Radar Schipps, one brother is Norman, Jr. and I do not know the other brother's name. I am the illegitimate child of Norman Radar and Janet Ilene Messler. Janet Messler also had 4 other children, by other men, that she gave up for adoption. One was a girl named Ester and adopted out at around 8 months old.

My birth father's children may be in the New Jersey area. I was born in Stroudsburg, PA. My birth parents later married in 1956. I just found out two years ago that I was adopted at birth and I am now 53 year old. My Radar siblings would be in their early 60's. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks so much, Heather

Adoption, Erie pa, 1959

LindaDougan33 — 20 Jul 2007 12:00:18 GMT

Looking for information regarding an adoption, that took place in Erie Pa, through a private Dr, Robert J Roche. Babygirl, Born May 15, 1959 at Hamot Hospital. Adoptive Parents are. June and Leonard Dougan.

Female Adoptee, October, 1963. Birth certificate reads 10/12/63

Terri — 15 Jun 2004 5:22:06 GMT

Looking for any member of birth family. Adopted by a couple in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. I do not know which hospital I was born in, or what county my adoption was finalized in. Any information at all, please write tidauctions@yahoo.com. Medical history desperately needed, especially with regards to melanoma, lymphoma, heart disease. Thank you.

Children's Aid Society Aprox 1919

andrealobban — 4 Jul 2007 12:23:38 GMT

I am looking for records for my Grandfathers sister. He (Henry Deszo Mihalyevic - later changed to Harry Michaels) was placed in St. John's and aged out of the system. He was born in 1911. We have recently found out that he had a younger sister Margaret. We were told she was placed with Children's Aid Society. Does anyone have any information or know how to find any information about the possible location of her?

Any help would be wonderful.

Wallace Craig Maxwell

BEETLEBUGLANGE — 5 Jul 2007 1:39:06 GMT

Interested in anyone who regarding the adoption of Wallace Craig Maxwell. He was born January 14, 1930. I am not sure if he was really born in PA. But the 1930 Census shows him with Florence and Bruce Maxwell.

ISO Male born 12-25-1941

ekalmanir1 — 2 Jul 2007 11:21:35 GMT

In search of baby boy born 12-25-1941 in Lebanon, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania. Child was given up for adoption due to the age of parents. Father was Richard Snyder. Mother was Anna Mader. Please contact me if you know the whereabouts of this child that the mother called Terry, however it is very likely the name has been changed. The birth date is the clue.

ELAINE WAGNER -- PA

saraphire123 — 2 Jul 2007 6:45:11 GMT

my mom was born elaine seymore but was later changed to sarah wagner after her adoption. i have a card from her NM & it says to: elaine wagner. i'm assuming she didn't know her daughters name had been changed. I wanted to post this with the elaine wagner name as the subject in case someone's looking for her.

looking for a girl child adopted in 1940 in Pa

jonestc181 — 2 Jul 2007 3:18:13 GMT

I am trying to help a friend who is in a nursing home find her daughter. She was 15 had a baby and was forced by family to give her child up. She would really like to have a chance to see this child. This baby was a pretty girl with lots of hair. She was born on Dec 26 1940 at the New Brighton hospital Beaver valley Pa. She only was able to nurse her baby once before she was taken away. The baby was adopted by a woman whose last name was Hamilton. My friend would really like to be in contact with her daughter or any grandchildren.

Spelling correction: Dorothy SEYMORE from PA

saraphire123 — 30 Jun 2007 7:43:46 GMT

Hi...I'm actually looking for info. on Dorothy Seymore..not seymour. Thank you!

Dorothy Seymour/Cambell

saraphire123 — 29 Jun 2007 6:21:36 GMT

I forgot to mention my mom's birth name was Elaine (seymour or campbell. Changed to Sarah Wagner after her birth.

looking for info on Dorothy Seymour/Campbell

saraphire123 — 29 Jun 2007 8:01:05 GMT

my Mom was given up for adoption right after her birth (apr 18, 43). she was born in phila. or wilmington delaware. Her mother's name was supposedly either Dorothy Seymour or Dorothy Campbell. Unfortunately all of my family has passed away..including my mother so all i have to go on is what i remember hearing as a child. My mom wanted to find her birth mother so bad but didn't get the chance. I would love to find her as much for my mom as for myself. Her adoptive parents were Jim & Catherine Wagner(coyle) of Philadelphia. I remember hearing that they paid the birth mother $100.00 to adopt my mom. Weren't they required to file paperwork for adoptions back then? It's just so frustrating to think I may never find out who she was. If anyone has any ideas about where i can start searching please let me know. thank you!

iso birth daughter born 12-1987 in philadelphia Jessica was the birth name

Susan Walker — 1 Dec 2005 5:38:00 GMT

i know that you are turning 18 and want to know you are alright.

ISO Birth nephew April 2 or 3 1973 PA

Ferraioli — 2 Jan 2005 4:29:55 GMT

I am ISO my birth nephew, born in a hospital near Mars PA ( or near an old closed army base in that area) Your mother is ready and waiting to hear from you, scared that you will hate her for giving you a chance at a better life than she could have at the time. If this man is you or you know someone who wants to find their mother and can match info we have please email me at Ferraioli@aol.com.

Baby Girl Born 1978

sach111 — 16 Jan 2006 2:49:35 GMT

Searching for my birth daugther , she was born in Pa in 1978

false birth certificate

betty denny — 17 May 2006 10:33:47 GMT

My father has been deceased for many years. I never got to know him . after his death I deceided toi do some research on him. I wanted to know who his father [ my grandfather was]. I did know his mothers name. Italked to several people and finally got a couple of names who could have been his father. after a long time i finally got a birth certificate for him. It had mothers and fathers name on it bbbut my father had no name. just baby boy and then his mothers maiden name. To make a long story short rumors have it that the lady who was suppossed to be his mother stole him from someone when he was a baby and the mans name on the birth certificate was a friend of hers who let her put his name as the father Needlsss to say the birth certificate was a fake. All the ladys relatives are deceased now but i know someone somewere knows her serect. does anyone know where i could look for missiing children from the early 1920s about 1923,,or know of anyone who could help me thank you

born 1/29/91..looking for bmom & some encouragement

anonymous — 2 Apr 2006 5:12:29 GMT

I was born on January 29, 1991 at a hospital in Harrisburg. Recently, I have been wondering who my real parents are. Any info or encouragement would be appreciated.
Thanks!!

Looking for 1/2 sister, b 7/22/1952 in Castlepollard, Ireland

Cbontemps1 — 18 Jun 2007 9:12:53 GMT

You were adopted by a Polish father and Swedish mother. Dad was in the Army until 1960 when he retired. He died in 1989. Were living in New Cumberland, PA for awhile.

Birth name was Anne Philomena

Won't stop looking for you sis
Cathy

Jamie Harff

muffin782 — 3 Aug 2005 1:07:38 GMT

I'm looking for my half sister who was born Jamie Harff around 1969-1970, most likely in McKeesport hospital. Jamie has since moved to NewYork, but if anyone has any information or knowledge of Jamie, I would greatly appreciate it. Any information would be helpful. Thanks.

Lycoming County PA

conwaydonna — 15 Jun 2007 12:21:24 GMT

Looking for any information on an adoption that occurred in April of 1919. Adoption took place in Michigan, but was believed to be IN family from PA. Last names are: HESS & STEVENSON. The baby was a girl and the mothers name is believed to be ALICE.

Looking for half-brother, born Jul 1972/3 Lancaster PA

KiddKeller — 15 Jan 2007 9:51:55 GMT

I am trying to find my half-brother born in Lancaster PA (Lancaster General Hospital) in July 1972 (possibly 1973). I believe he was born within the first 10 days of the month. Our mother's maiden name was Keller, single (unmarried). He'd be biracial (black and white) and about 34. Also looking for the adoption agency he was adopted through.

Adoptee looking for siblings from Penna.

Deb Gernert — 13 Jun 2001 7:02:01 GMT

Was born Debra Kay(e) Ott in Fountain Hill Pa. on August 31, 1961. Had six siblings. Two of these were twin girls that were raised in Allentown Pa. I know only one childs adopted name which is Joseph Gill Jr. Raised in Pa. also. Philly area I believe.
I was the youngest child and the oldest could have been 10 to 12 in 1961. Would like any info offered. Would really like to know who these siblings are and share life info with them. Thank you.
Deb...

Male born Allegheny County ISO siblings

raylief — 14 Apr 2002 9:23:24 GMT

I am helping a friend of my family try and locate his nirth siblings, there was 10 children in all. Mothers name Wilma Morton, all were placed in a Catholic Orphange in Pittsburgh, PA. If you are out there he is searching , please contact me for contact information. He was born in 1950 and was listed as the 10th child in this family. Thank you my email is raylief@hotmail.com

LOOKING FOR INFO ON WILLIAM THALL OUT OF APOLLO, PA

blazemthall — 11 May 2007 5:51:04 GMT

I WAS ADOPTED INTO THE THALL FAMILY IN 1986 TO DAVID AND DONNA THALL. THEY RESIDE IN MOUNT PLEASANT PA(OUTSIDE OF GREENSBURG. DAVID'S FATHER IS WILLIAM THALL, WHO LIVED OUTSIDE OF APOLLO, PA; AND DIED ABT 2000 TO 2003...IF ANY ONE CAN TELL ME ANY MORE INFORMATION I WOULD APPRECIATE IT... MAYBE I HAVE FAMILY REALATIONS THAT I DON'T KNOW ABOUT.

Haight adoption

CabinetDoug — 25 May 2007 3:42:11 GMT

I am looking for the name of the birth parents of my grandmother and great aunt, who were twins and were born on March 2, 1900 in Pennsylvania.

They were adopted by Dr. William D. Haight and his wife, Ida (Lacey), who lived in Johnstown, Cambria County, Pennsylvania. My grandmother's name was Dorothy Mary Haight and my great aunt's name was Margery Elizabeth Haight.

Dorothy married Robert W. Bruce in 1922 and Margery married Walter Zipf sometime before 1930.

Seeking Niece from New Bethlehem PA Clarion County

cutiequilter — 19 May 2007 10:28:46 GMT

Looking for Sue Ann Best from New Bethlehem PA, was born in 1972 or 1973 & adopted 1976 through 1978 by Rev Walton & wife. May have moved to VA or West VA. Blue eyed with blone curly hair. Aunt is seeking her to reunite with family and brother Ritchie. Aunt is almost same age & remembers playing with her. Mother's maiden name is Miller, father's last name was Best

adoption - Dana - born Harrisburg, 8-17-72

kjn2223 — 6 May 2007 7:04:40 GMT

ISO birthdaughter born 8-17-72 at Harrisburg Hospital. This was a Catholic Charities adoption that was final 1-17-74 in Philadelphia. The family adopting Dana was from Puerto Rico. Dana is biracial with soft brown hair and big brown eyes. I have alot more details if need be.

my daughter

normalea — 26 Sep 2006 10:14:30 GMT

I was 16, in 1963 we had no choice. Not one day passes without missing you. By mistake, they let me hold you for a moment. That moment that I have cherished all these years, you were so beautiful!

boy-born June 1966 Philadelphia

WenRN17 — 4 May 2007 6:46:45 GMT

boy born June 12, 1966 probably at St. Vincent's in Tacony,Philadelphia. birth Mother Mildred Evans of West Chester, Chester County, Pennsylvania. Not oppposed to finding you. I am your sister. Please contact me.

Abner HORNBERGER Adoption

Peggie Hornberger — 31 Mar 2004 9:06:46 GMT

I am researching my family line. They were from Snyder Co, PA. I have recently received information that my gr gr gr grandfather was adopted by the Hornberger family. I have been told that his last name was Dowell, and that on the way here from England, his mother died and his father let the Hornberger family adopt him. His name was Abner Hornberger, he was born 1-3-1801and died 4-13-1880. He was married to Lydia Gelnett, daughter of Casper Gelnett and Catherine Crumbaugh. I would appreciate any information someone could give me on this because I have no idea as to find out if this story is true or not. Thank You, Peggie Hornberger

looking for birthparents

apeyr21 — 12 Apr 2007 11:31:12 GMT

looking for birth parents of a baby boy born Mar 31 1946 in phil. Pa name James D. Ferrier adopted parents Joesph G Ferrier and Thelma Mae Smith.

Shivers,Philadelphia

psanda — 4 Apr 2007 8:05:22 GMT

A friend of mine is looking for her birth mother.
She was born at ST Vincents Hosp.Philadelphia in 1963.
The baby had the surname of Shivers.
I do have further info.
Please contact me if you can help
patti33496@aol.com

baby girl born to rose silvette may 17 1952 berwick pa.

CHARLOTTE_HERRERA — 15 Mar 2007 4:36:52 GMT

desperatly trying to locate and make contact with my family

Female child of Joyce Siclari or Joyce Pisano 1948 Philadelphia

eholik — 26 Mar 2007 12:09:25 GMT

I am assisting a friend who did not know she was adopted until she was 37 and only after both of her adoptive parents had died. She knows that her mother's name was Joyce Siclari or Joyce Pisano. My friend was born in 1948 in Pennsylvania. The adoption was arranged through the Catholic Church and took place in Richmond County, New York. My friend would love to find information about her birth parents and if she has any siblings.

I have already given her current information on the Catholic Agency we believe arrange for the adoption and have shown her how to use on line white pages. She has the adoption papers.

Any info or suggestions would be appreciated. I have never done a search for an adopted person before.

Looking for twin siblings born between 1947-48

karenpghblue — 19 Mar 2007 10:56:28 GMT

I am looking for twin siblings born between 1947-1948 to Margaret Grimes in New Castle, Pa.

There are a total of 12 children, all have been found except for the twins.

Looking for Birth Mother (Portsmouth, VA)

wemightbekin — 11 Feb 2007 1:38:29 GMT

Baby girl born 07/12/1976 in Portsmouth Naval Hospital looking for birth family.

Please contact Deb at thefinder@wemightbekin.net

Looking for half brother and sister-born around 1932 to 1936

JoDellN — 29 Jan 2007 3:31:29 GMT

Father's name John Nolan (born Jan.27, 1910). Mother's maiden name Mary Rose Otter (born Aug. 4 1913). They were married March 4, 1932.

Looking for my half-brother

jdarment76 — 16 Jan 2007 4:50:25 GMT

I'm trying tof ind my half-brother. My mother had a baby in July 1972 in Lancaster General Hospital, Lancaster PA. Her maiden name was Keller and she was single at the time. I believe he was born within the first 10 days of July and he was born biracial (half black, half white), plus he was given up at birth, because of her circumstances at home. I have no other info than that. I'm also looking for the adoption agency he was adopted through.

Mattson Family - Thomas J. Mattson and Janet (Ross) Mattson

Franklin W. Reece — 25 Aug 2005 3:29:38 GMT

I was adopted and I am looking for members of my biological family. My birth name was Franklin Amos Mattson. My mothers name is Janet Mattson(maiden name Ross) and my fathers name is Thomas J. Mattson Sr. I have 2 brothers and 1 sister and there names are James Franklin Mattson, Thomas J. Mattson Jr. and Sarah Mattson. I found my sister in Delaware. I was born on 9/22/1963 and my brothers and sister are all older than I. I was born in Chester county in Jennersville, PA. I can be contacted by email: misterhollywood@msn.com

Mattson Family - Franklin Amos Mattson born Chester County in Jennersville, PA

Franklin W. Reece — 28 Aug 2005 4:49:34 GMT

I am looking for any of my family. I was adopted and my real name is Franklin Amos Mattson. My mothers name is Janet and my fathers name is either John Thomas or Thomas John Mattson. There were 2 brothers and and 1 sister named James(Jimmy), Timothy(Timmy) and Sarah. I was born on 9/22/63 and my brothers and sisters are all older than I. I was born in Chester county in Jennersville, PA. Any information any one can give me would be greatly appreciated. Please contact me by email.

Searching for birth mother, Harriet Post

jbernosky1 — 5 Jan 2007 2:51:02 GMT

I am helping a friend search for his birth mother, Harriet Post. Her middle name might be Patricia. He was born on 11/29/58 and given the name Dennis Michael Post. Adopted through Catholic Charities, he was renamed Michael Dennis Quenzer. Mike grew up in Harrisburg, PA and would love to meet his birth mother, or other relatives.

Please contact me at jbernosky@olc.accomack.k12.va.us and I can facilitate a connection! Janet

Lost Sister Cindy Danilla, adopted out in Williamsport

Sister_Love_2003 — 27 Dec 2003 3:35:18 GMT

My name is Lisann Danilla I am looking for my sister whom was adopted out of my life in Williamsport Pa. Social worker at that time was Mrs Maggs, our mothers name was Laura Stahl. anyone with any imformation on my sister please contact me , Cindy Danilla I want to find u I need to ,I love u so much and there is not one day that goes by I do not think about u,anyone PLEASE E-MAIL ME AT (rosepetal_7_66@YAHOO.COM ) Cindy Danilla u were born around 1972,i do not have all the imformation due to my age at the time,

Ralph Murphy

kmurph150 — 2 Jan 2007 6:50:11 GMT

Looking for any info on my father Ralph Martin Murphy born 1900 (perhaps in Texas) and lived in the Kensington/Fishtown section of Philadelphia - a barber/hair dresser all his life. Oral tradition is that he was raised by (adopted by?) a dress maker named Christine.

Adoptee born 7/6/1963 in Erie, Pennsylvania, looking for birth parents

Pat Parrish — 10 Dec 2006 6:20:44 GMT

Looking for Doris Margaret Louise Jenkins. My name is Claudette Marie Jenkins (or at least was). I was adopted in March 1964. Looking to coorespond with birth mother and/or father.

looking for daughter

annajones49 — 24 Nov 2006 4:22:52 GMT

i am searching for my daughter. birthname was
christine marie jones
born july 1, 1971
in cambria county
pennsylvania
she has two sisters who would love to meet her and a mother who is heartbroken and misses her everyday