Hello,Philip
Wasilew is a very widespread surname in Ukraine and in Zaporozhye in paticular, but according to the date of birth it is possible to find some information.
Zaporozhye is my native city, so I would be glad to help you.
Please, contact me:
genealogy_ukr@mail.ru http://www.genealogy-ukraine.narod.ru/glavnaiaeng.htmPaul