My Grandfather also immigrated from Smolnik, Slovakia. His name was Andrew Lipa, was Greek Orthodox and lived in PA. He had some brothers...possibly Thomas??? Who were rumored to have moved to Ohio (possibly Cleveland). The Lipa name was changed to Lepo. I may be contacted for further information. I still would like some more information on Andrews' brothers and any other information on relatives who still may be in Slovakia.
John A. Lepo