Well, my intent is to find the original spelling of my family's last name. To my knowledge,
Anton and
Margaretha had a falling out and
Anton changed his last to the current spelling. I would like to find anyone who knows the original spelling. Is it Russian or
German? My understanding is that
Anton was born in Odessa, Russia; year unknown. Emigrated to US in early 1900's. Annie had 6 children, the oldest my father, Leo. She had 4 boys and 2 girls; all born in Great
Falls, MT. It's my understanding that she had 4-5 siblings. She was born in North or
South Dakota. I don't know her date of bith or death. I only know she died in the mid-60's. I moved to
Oregon when I was 12 in 1959 and I only remember approximate dates. Please post any specific questions as I am new at this :)
Leonard Fertterer, Lake Oswego, OR