Hi Beverly,
My great-great grandmother was named Maria Delphine Veader. I was told she was still alive in the Azores in 1948 when my great-grandmother died.
I am not sure if or when Maria may have come to the US, but I was told her maiden name was Veader. She married a man named Antone Moitoza. I would imagine they lived on Faial, Azores because that is where my great-grandmother was from.
This is the first time I am researching this name - I was trying to find out what nationality Veader was, because I had never heard the name before. I understand from your email that it could actually be Viera - the Portuguese name - which would make more sense. This leads me to believe she did come to this country - as they may have "Americanized" the name upon her arrival. Any help you have would be appreciated.
Thank you.
Robin Hilario