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Looking for my dad's(DOB-4-7-1940)birth family-mother's last name Press

brendavv2002 — 2009-11-09 01:09:18Z

HI,

My dad was born in Wisconsin. His birth mother's last name was Press. He was placed in an orphanage as an infant & adopted to VanVeghel's. He had two older sisters. I guess they were around 5 and 10 years old when he was born. All three went to orphanages. Not sure if they were all at the same one.
Any info you have would be appreciated!
Thanks
Brenda

i need hepl to fine my mom and dad

mikestowell_1 — 2009-10-31 22:12:18Z

i was adopted and looking for my mom and dad iam 32 yeasrs old now my mom and dad were 15 and 16 years old when they had me i think there last mane was shayif there is any one that can help me please let me know i was adopted from some where in ricsean wisconsin thank u for your time u can reach me at mike_stowell@yahoo.com

Re: Looking for birthfather/siblings

ryanlanghus — 2009-10-08 13:25:55Z

What year were you born? A lot of adoptees use a website called adoption.com. This might help you. It is very big though and if you need help please feel free to contact me and I will see what I can do.

Re: Looking for birthfather/siblings

kellyroad — 2009-09-02 20:17:21Z

Would this be your father? From the Ca Death Index

GRANT FRANKLIN H 02/13/1936 M MASSACHUSETTS PLACER 09/09/1976 396-28-3121

Re: Looking for birthfather/siblings

SRyndersKopec — 2009-09-02 19:22:02Z

I would suggest that you contact your Aunt once again and ask her politely to provide more detail--such as name of the lake where his body was found, name of town, name of county. That type of information will enable you to locate his death certificate (if he is dead), coroners report from the County Coroners office(because there would be one if he was found dead in lake), local newspaper article. You should also ask your aunt the name of his childen and where they live. The name of his wife and her address. After you get this information, you might hire a cheap attorney to write a few letters for you. It is amazing how much information a letter addressed by an attorney is able to produce. Always remember to remain polite and to thank her for anything that she does provide--you never know when you might need to ask her for something in the future. I hope you find what you are looking for.

Re: Looking for Birth Father No Name - born 12/1970

SRyndersKopec — 2009-09-02 19:06:34Z

I don't know much about this stuff, but have noticed thru the years that baptismal records can give clues or even lists the name of the father. Also, you might try looking in County Probate files---look under your mothers last name and then "In Re" as the first name. Sometimes courts hide adoption records within probate files. Probate is open to the public and baptismal might be easy to obtain also. If your mother was a minor--she may have gone to court to get aid etc. Good Luck

Re: Wisconsin Adoption Search Law

jn210003 — 2009-04-25 14:53:39Z

Jennifer, I will remember your site for reference in the future. You are making a difference in people's lives for the good. Jack

Re: Wisconsin Adoption Search Law

jgalpin48428 — 2009-04-25 14:41:09Z

Just thought I would mention a Yahoo group that I started. It's for anyone who's adoption/surrender had any involvement with Wm. Booth Salvation Army Maternity Homes, Homes for Unwed Mothers or Hospitals. It has a database with a search option. The message board is searchable also.
The group is:
Booth Baby Adoption Registry @ Yahoo! Groups.com
Jennifer G.

Re: Wisconsin Adoption Search Law

jn210003 — 2009-04-25 14:40:34Z

Jennifer, my email address is hnasep@sbcglobal.net. I share the computer with my wife Helen. If I can assist in any way, I am aggreeable. Over the past 25 years, I have helped in searches in all of the states in the U.S. I live in Manitowoc, WI, and specialize here.

Keep up your great work. Jack

Re: Wisconsin Adoption Search Law

jgalpin48428 — 2009-04-25 14:35:03Z

Yes, most contacts, re-unions are positive. I'll pass along the website. Thank you.
Jennifer G.

Re: Wisconsin Adoption Search Law

jn210003 — 2009-04-25 14:25:23Z

I understand Jennifer. The identifying search can result in the birth parents NOT wanting contact, too. In my experience of over 25 years as a volunteer, the search and contact is more positve, than negative, by far.

Those searching in Wisconsin should consider posting on a "Wisconsin Only" free adoption registry site, www.icareregistry.com. This site has a message board, also. The founder of the site, Mary, is an author, and one of the best adoption searchers in the United States, I believe. Jack

Re: Wisconsin Adoption Search Law

jgalpin48428 — 2009-04-25 14:13:36Z

I know the non id and id difference, etc. as I am a search vlunteer too. $300 plus WOW!
I just wanted to pass along the info and include the amount charged.
Thanks
Jennifer G.

Re: Wisconsin Adoption Search Law

jn210003 — 2009-04-25 14:03:43Z

Hi, there are two possible searches for information:
1) Request for non-identifying information on your birth parents. The search is done by the State of Wisconsin, or the adoption agency. The cost for this search is an amount to not exceed $150, per law (could be less). Information such as Race, Nationality, Education, Occupations, hobbies & talents, sibling info, birth grandparent social history, ages of BPs at the time of your birth, and the reason for the adoption is usual. I can get the address to request, if you want it.

2) Search for and contact birth parents: The cost depends on how long the search and contact takes. I have heard amounts up to $300 are normal, but not the max. The state/agency would tell you upfront approx how much the cost would be. Jack, search volunteer

Re: Wisconsin Adoption Search Law

jgalpin48428 — 2009-04-25 13:15:30Z

What do the courts charge for the search--(when the adoptee turns 21).
Jennifer G.

Re: 12/?/1890 Jackson County Possibly Specht, Littlefield

marthae101 — 2009-04-24 23:02:56Z

Thank you for responding. I was looking for a Boyd.
I wish you much success, as this is such a hard line to break thru. I have tried for many years.
Thought maybe with your posting.
Thank you.
Martha~

Re: Wisconsin Adoption Search Law

jn210003 — 2009-04-24 22:52:20Z

Yes, right away. Jack

Re: Wisconsin Adoption Search Law

marthae101 — 2009-04-24 22:47:08Z

Can you email me @ marthae101@sbcglobal.net
Thank you.
Martha~

Re: Wisconsin Adoption Search Law

jn210003 — 2009-04-24 22:45:29Z

Hi, Martha, how can I help? Jack, search volunteer

Re: Baby Girl born June 5 1938, adopted around 1941

retteach — 2009-03-09 21:49:04Z

Where wss the child born? Where was she between birth and three years of age? Just trying to get an idea if I can help search.

Baby Girl born June 5 1938, adopted around 1941

lamometc1 — 2009-03-09 07:12:38Z

Looking for any info on birth parents of baby girl born June 5, 1938 and adopted at age 3 in Wisconsin. Adoptive name Janice. Adoptive parents Milton and Eleanor Jorgenson (both deceased).

Re: Baby Girl born June 5 1938, adopted around 1941

lamometc1 — 2009-03-23 12:10:03Z

She was born in Wisconsin - in Milwaukee or Waukesha county. She was in a state-run orphanage when she was adopted, and was probably placed there as an infant. I just leaned that her bio-mom's last name was Netsel (that's how it sounds, not sure of spelling).

Her given name is Janice Marie, but I'm not sure if that was her name at birth or if it was given to her later. Her adopted last name was Jorgenson.

A woman named Lois was the employee working at the orphanage that placed her with her adoptive parents.

Anything you can gleen from this info, or an idea where I should look from here? All suggestions welcomed!

Re: Baby Girl born June 5 1938, adopted around 1941

jgalpin48428 — 2009-03-24 15:17:55Z

First off you need to find out the adoption laws in Wisconsin. Search "adoption laws in Wisconsin".
Call the counties that you mentioned (adoption dept) and ask them to please verify the info that you have. Adoption records are usually held in the county where the adoption took place.
I had to do this when I was looking for my brother, as I wasn't SURE of anything! At least you have a birthdate. I didn't even have that!!
Jennifer G.

Re: Birthname Noel Schmidt, adopted last name unknown

jgalpin48428 — 2008-06-25 11:12:14Z

So since this did get on the wrong board, you might want to post it on the Michigan board again and see if it gets on the "Michigan" board this time.
Jennifer

Re: Birthname Noel Schmidt, adopted last name unknown

jgalpin48428 — 2008-06-25 11:09:18Z

They don't need a date. They just type the persons name into their computers and who they married, divorced, etc. comes up, showing the dates, etc. This is how I found out that my father was married more times than I thought. He was married to women that I had not even heard of.
If you want copies of these records you will have to pay for them. It can get expensive.
If you want to find out if there are any probate matters such as wills, guardianships, you have to call the probate dept.
As far as your post ending up on the wrong board, this has happened to me also. I think this may happen when we type the surname in where the mention entering the surname discussed in your post and the computer picks up the name???? I really don't kow, I'm just guessing.
Jennifer

Re: Birthname Noel Schmidt, adopted last name unknown

jgalpin48428 — 2008-06-25 00:15:26Z

Another thought....Try the website Privateeye.com. It lists the other names that a person has gone by, such as married names, relatives, city and states they have lived in. Then you can go to ZabaSearch for a phone number and an address. Alot of the time it also shows the Month and Year the person was born. If they arn't there, try White pages.com
Then on this site, Ancestry, you can search records, just like when you search for relatives, but over on the left click on "living people finder".
Zaba search has alot of features. You can leave a message for a person and see other messages if anyone else has left one for them. Plus there is a place to click on for a map to their address. You can also check Reunion.com or Classmates.com (which is a pay site.)
Jennifer

Re: Birthname Noel Schmidt, adopted last name unknown

jgalpin48428 — 2008-06-24 22:26:26Z

No, it isn't. Don't we wish!!!!! I'm sorry. I see the way I posted my message was confusing. What I meant was marriage and divorce records are public record.
Jen

Re: Wisconsin Adoption Search Law

marthae101 — 2009-04-24 19:24:03Z

Hello:
I would like to speak with you.
Please contact me.
Thank you.
Martha

Re: 12/?/1890 Jackson County Possibly Specht, Littlefield

marthae101 — 2009-04-24 19:12:09Z

May I ask what is your GrGrandfather's first name?
And is it the same name he was given at birth or was it changed when adopted?
I have a missing relative that I do have much info on,
but am not sure if this is the same man or not.
Thank you.
Martha

Re: 12/?/1890 Jackson County Possibly Specht, Littlefield

Melissanovk — 2009-04-24 20:52:51Z

William...I don't think it was changed...his original last name was rumored to be Specht. It was changed to Duhm

baby boy PEPIN 11/2/81

Rose_ann1 — 2008-10-07 23:47:51Z

mother looking for baby boy PEPIN, born at West Allis Memorial Hospital, adopted through Catholic Social Services

baby boy PEPIN 11/1/81

Rose_ann1 — 2008-10-07 23:16:25Z

Mother searching for baby boy born 11/1/81 at West Allis Memorial Hospital, adopted through Catholic Social Services

Female born 12/28/66 ISO birth family

production123 — 2009-03-14 19:24:07Z

Female born 12/28/66 looking for birth family. Have received non-identifying information from State. Non-ID info contained information on a 1/2 brother, born approx. Jan. 1965. Father was a construction worker, and also a PFC in the army. Brown hair, blue eyes, medium build. 5'8", 160 lbs., Protestant. His father was a foreman in a factory. He was unaware of the pregnancy. Birth mothers father was a self-employed electrician; mother was a housewife. Birth mother has older brother, born approx. 1944 (was 22 on Nov. 11, 1966), sister (factory worker) born approx. 1947 (was 19 on Nov. 11, 1966) and sister born approx. 1953 (was 13 on Nov. 11, 1966). Birth mother had 2 uncles - 1 from Indiana and 1 deceased - died at 49 years old of asthma; one aunt from Colorada - Waac Army Sgt. If any of this information sounds familiar, please contact me. I am interested in family medical history.
Thanks!

Re: Seeking husband's birth parents: male born 10-03-1966 in LaCrosse, WI

chicquita_g — 2008-08-04 13:16:23Z

Is you husband still in search of his birth parents?

ISO 3 brothers

chicquita_g — 2008-08-04 12:32:30Z

I am looking for my 3 brothers.

Birth names: William Boldt (Born in Iowa dob. May 1960), Kevin White (Born in Wisconsin, dob could be 1964-66), Stanley Warrington (Born in Wisconsin, dob could be 1966-69)
I do have more information, and will only share with serious inqueries.

Re: Looking for Birth Father No Name - born 12/1970

tholland156 — 2008-12-27 03:37:16Z

Jack,

I know that it's been over two years since I last responded to a post, however, I am hoping that you are still willing to assist. The problem is this, my mother, who used to be in possession of my original birth certificate and adoption papers, has either lost them or is lying to me, either way she won't let me have access to them. Additionally, if my mother purjured herself and stated that she did not know who the father of her child (me) was, and my original birth certificate states 'none' under father, would he have had to give up his parental rights? Strange situation to say the least, but if you could forward me any information you might have I would appreciate it.

Thank you.

Tammy

Re: lkg for 13 children all adopted and or any relatives biological parents are Clarence and Narelle Geister

ERICKSONFAMILY35 — 2009-01-09 09:55:08Z

My mom is one of the kids. Unfortunately!

Re: Birthname Noel Schmidt, adopted last name unknown

accountmanager — 2008-06-25 01:00:06Z

Why did you post on the Wisconsin board. Do you think Adele, Noel, and Dondee moved to Wisconsin after she married her second husband?

Re: Birthname Noel Schmidt, adopted last name unknown

accountmanager — 2008-06-25 01:00:05Z

Why did you post on the Wisconsin board. Do you think Adele, Noel, and Dondee moved to Wisconsin after she married her second husband?

Re: Birthname Noel Schmidt, adopted last name unknown

BarbaraBaker17 — 2008-06-25 04:44:36Z

I wasn't aware they would give me the info over the phone. Even without a exact date? Thanks

Re: Birthname Noel Schmidt, adopted last name unknown

BarbaraBaker17 — 2008-06-25 04:39:25Z

I have no idea how it got on the Wisconsin board I posted it on the Michigan board.

Birthname Noel Schmidt, adopted last name unknown

BarbaraBaker17 — 2009-02-06 15:46:30Z

Noel was born in the mid 50's to Norvin and Adele Schmidt in the Detroit, Michigan area. Adele already had a daughter named Dondee. Both children were adopted by Adele's new husband, so Noels last name is no longer Schmidt and hasn't been for at least 40 years. I am Norvin's first born child and would like to connect with my half brother.Do any of these names sound familiar?

adoption

sandravento1 — 2008-07-27 04:16:26Z

looking for birth mother of adopted child Merrill Wood. also looking for baby boy born to Marcia Meade in middle 1960's.

Re: Looking for Birth Father No Name - born 12/1970

jn210003 — 2008-12-27 11:36:49Z

Tammy, if your birth father was listed on the Final Adoption Decree, or the original birth certificate, he would have to sign a Termination of Parental Rights form.
If no birth father is listed, no paternal termination is required before the adoption could take place.

It is possible that your birth father does not know about you and was never told. If you knew who your mother's dating friends were before you were born, you might have a piece of the puzzle. It looks like your birth mother is the only person who knows who the birth father might be.

If you email me at hnasep@sbcglobal.net, I can send you an attachment on the Adoption Laws. I want to help where I can. Jack

Re: Looking for Info.

jn210003 — 2009-02-11 16:05:07Z

Hi, I am an adoption search volunteer. Two sources to look at are:
US Social Security Death Index
US Census Records for Wisconsin for 1900, 1910, 1920, and 1930.

Jack

Re: baby boy PEPIN 11/2/81

jn210003 — 2009-02-11 15:54:50Z

Hi, I am an adoption search volunteer. I suggest that you place a Consent to Waiver Confidentiality in your daughter's adoption file. This is your right as birth mother, under Wisconsin Adoption Law. When your daughter searches for you, this will be helpful. I can send you more info (attachment) on this and the Wisconsin Adoption Records Law, if you will email me hnasep@sbcglobal.net.

Jack, Manitowoc, WI

Boy's home late 1890's - 1905

jacquelinesofich — 2009-02-12 22:28:45Z

Grandfather was put in a boys home in the earlies 1900's and he was adopted from their. I am looking for a list of boys homes that existed around then in the Ashland or Milwaukie area. Any suggestions as to where I can look?

Looking for Info.

brysonhat — 2008-07-12 21:42:11Z

I have just recently began research my gg grandfather's line. I just found out today, that my gg grandfather was adopted by the James and Ida McWilliams family of Sauk Co., Wisconsin. I am wondering if anyone knows how I might find something about them.

BRYSON

Obituary for Lyman Kenyon, 1870-1880, Trempealeau, Wisconsin

Marilyn_Kenyon — 2008-08-15 03:27:26Z

Searching for obituary information in early Wisconsin newspapers, gazettes, death reports, burial reporting, church records, memorials, anything in Arcadia, Trempealeau County, Wisconsin, which would have reported Lyman's passing. I know there were a number of different newspaper publications around that time. Lyman's wife was Melissa Kenyon, maiden name Phelps. Any help is appreciated.

Marilyn Kenyon Windham

Re: Birthname Noel Schmidt, adopted last name unknown

chatterchit — 2008-06-24 22:31:16Z

Ohhhh! OK! Got it! :)

Re: Birthname Noel Schmidt, adopted last name unknown

chatterchit — 2008-06-24 22:21:29Z

Is adoption information in Michigan public record....?

It doesn't sound like it is, according to this website:
http://laws.adoption.com/statutes/michigan-laws.html