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A Few of Our Members Currently Searching Within Minnesota Who Chose To Be Featured
1336. NancyDayton : My name is Nancy Carol Dayton. I was born at University of Minnesota Hospital in Minneapolis, MN on August 6th, 1947. I was told I was born premature weighing only 1.5lbs. I spent 8-9 months in NICU until I was adopted by the Dayton family. I was told that my mother was 17yo at the time of my birth and my biological father was married to another woman. I am looking for any family that may still be alive. My adoptive parents are now deceased and I would love to find out who my birth parents are.
1337. Sschmidt776411914 : Mother: Darlene Marion Ackerman, birth certificate reads Darline. Darline’s birthday is 10 16 1926, lived in Slayton, MN parents were Clarence and Lillian Ackerman. They were Catholic and attended church in Currie, MN. Darline gave the baby up in Minneapolis or St. Paul Catholic adoption agency. She worked there for awhile helping other mothers with their babies.
Darlene married Elgin Schmidt (2nd husband) in 1948 and moved to farm in Tracy, MN. Both have deceased.
Adoptee: Anne Marie Kosse, her adoptee parents were John, (1900 - 19850) and Wilhelmine C. Kosse (1905 -2004) lived in Adrian, MN of Nobles County. Anne’s married Leo Konz also lived in Adrian and still do at 116 Nevada, Avenue.
Anne’s birth date is Aug. 12, 1944.
1338. 2kids : I would Love to know something about the well being of my two Grand daughters who were adopted about 12 years ago, a woman named Kathy arranged this adoption through Washington county, Mn. My daughter, and biological Mother has tried to get some answers about the two girls, are they well? The woman named Kathy refused! What can we do to find out if these girls are in good hands?
1339. Debby53 : She was born when Shirley Marie Honebrink was 15 years old in St Paul, Minnesota. I assume she was adopted by someone in Minnesota of the Lutheran faith. One of Shirley’s cousins stated the baby was born in St Paul at a Lutheran home for unwed mothers.
1340. Jwarner : She was born at St. Johns Hospital in Red Wing, MN Birth date (July, 28th 1974) My Mothers maiden name Swanson (Nanette) and the Fathers name was Warner. Adopted by a family from WI shortly after birth not 100% sure though.
1341. Navygirl : I’ve been told that my grand father was adopted. His name is Robert Emmanuel Patnaude, his father is Victor Emanuel Patnaude and his mother was Marie J. Boe. I know of no siblings. He married Georgette Marie Wein and had my father Robert E. Patnaude and Nancy Anne Patnaude.
1343. MichelleDec96 : I was born at HCMC in the twin cities, I know my mothers name is Sara Murphy and she was a truck driver I also know I have 2 siblings listen in my adoption papers
1344. JamieSlater612 : Came from Missouri, would be son or daughter of James Brown, born in Audrain or Mexico Missouri, somehow had a son or daughter who is my fathers parent. My adopted great uncle John is the son of his son Raymond brother to Evelyn, as he’s showing as my great uncle his sibling would be my fathers parent... evelyns daughters are showing as second cousins.
1345. J3larsen : I was born in and adopted out of Hennepin county in Minneapolis, MN. I believe I was given the name Patrick at the time of my birth. It was a closed adoption and the records were sealed at the time. I have not taken a DNA test as of yet but am willing. my birthday is May 20 1969, I believe it was around 6:29 pm.
1346. Ajv89 : Lutheran Social Services adoption agency.
Fairview Riverside Hospital‚ Minneapolis
Paula or Jared Scott may or may not be meaningful.
6/17/1968-may be a parent birthdate
1347. Nathankirtock : Lori Johnson is my mother kevin phiffer is my bio dads name I’m looking to see if I could possibly have a twin that was put up for adoption
1349. Asherah : I requested an open adoption. Her parents Micheal & Rachel agreed to these terms. I saw you once in a grocery store in Maple Grove, You were dancing & singing to some flowers, My heart raced & I asked you were your mother was because you shouldn’t talk to strangers but you took my hand then lead me to her, she was in the meat department & We both began to cry out of fear(I believe). You asked who was I, I let her answer because I didn’t want to confuse you, you were so happy & I didn’t want to destroy your Peace. I hugged her & whispered in her ear “Thank You & I’m not here to take her, I trust what I prayed for & God lead Me to You(Racheal)”. I just wanted a Better Life for You. We did interviews & meetings before you were permanently placed with them in March. You were born Dec.22. Both of your Big Brothers Birthdays are in January. I will answer any & all questions you have, I Love You Princess Butterfly!
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Buffalo, New York
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San Diego, California
54 years it took us until we found each other. We did a DNA test to confirm! Perfect match. We spent two weeks together and have a blessed, wonderful relationship! We even look alike in so many ways. She is more than I was expecting! Thank you for your website, Adopted.com!
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Wadesboro, North Carolina
I was looking for the mother of my daughter in law, and found both her mother and also grandmother in only 3 days. They are planning a reunion soon. Thank you soooooo much!
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Tracy, California
I found all 3 of my siblings and met them in a week. My life has changed forever! One lives in Tracy and the other two are in North Dakota.
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Northampton, Massachusetts
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MODESTO, California
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Springfield, Missouri
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Jacksonville, Florida
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