I have research for my family which came to America in 1874, but I would like more information about their family:? Johann Friedrich Siefken, born 1842; his father, Gerd Siefken, born 1815; his mother, Catherine M. Mey (born 1816).? Johann F. Siefken married Anke M. Behrens, born 1838.
Anke M. Behrens' father is Onke Behrens (birth unknown), mother is Anke M. Redelfs (birth unknown).
Catherine M. Mey's father is Johann Friedrich Mey (birth unknown)?and her mother is Frauke Mieniets (birth unknown).
The information I have places the family around Minsen.? US Census of 1880, has Gerd Siefken's birth in Hannover, and Johann F. Siefken from Oldenburg.? However, I know this is usual to state the region, rather than reference the town.
If someone has information about these family names in the northern area of the region of Oldenburg I would appreciate your assistance.
Kindly,
Mr. Merle Siefken
Naperville, Illinois USA