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12/10/1934 (posted 07/07) FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for birth family. My birthmom was 22 at time of my birth and had 7th grade education. HER Mother was 67 and HER father had died at age 71. Adoption was handled by Children's Home Society. I am told my birthmom breast-fed me for three months. I was 9 months old when CHS became involved and placed me with adoptive family from Gaston County. Hopeca5@aol.com

12/12/1934 (posted 08/06) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching. I am caucasian and think I may have been born in Kinston in Lenoir County. I weighed 6 pounds and 1/2 oz. I was taken to Children's Home Society by my birthmom's step-mother 1/14/1935. My birthmom was 23 yrs. old. She had completed high school and lived at home. My birthmom had 11 siblings, of whom at least 3 were half-siblings. My birthmom was described as attractive, 118 pounds, blue eyes and straight light brown hair. My birthfather was said to be 28 yrs. old with a 10th grade education. I was adopted by a couple in Durham. My adoption was handled by Children's Home Society. I was referred to as "Jean" on all of the paper work. HawleyBlvd@aol.com

07/18/1935 (posted 03/2008) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birth family. I am Caucasian and was born in Buncombe Co. I was named SHIRLEY ANN at birth. makingdo0622@sbcglobal.net

03/23/1937 (posted 4/1/01) Birthmom searching for FEMALE born in Durham, NC. Birthmom was 15 years old and stayed at the Salvation Army Maternity Home. Birthmom's name was Mary Elizabeth Brockman. Adoption was handled by the Children's Bureau of Columbia, South Carolina. Birthmom was from Woodruff, SC. mchayer@juno.com

03/19/1938 (posted 10/06) DAUGHTER SEARCHING for Father's BIRTHMOM. I believe my Father (now deceased) was born in Columbus Co. I THINK his BIRTH NAME was JOHN DAVID MAULTSBY. I was told his birthmom was a teenager and that HER father was a farmer. My Father was placed for adoption at 6 weeks of age. longcoolwoman03@yahoo.com

04/06/1938 (posted 12/07) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for Birth Family. She was born in Durham, NC. She knows very little other than that. aphillips12@verizon.net

12/30/1938 (posted 10/02) MALE ADOPTEE'S daughter searching for his birth family. My father was adopted by James & Nell Reid. We believe his birthname was "EDWARD". My father is now deceased, but adoptive Mom still living. She is 94. We really want to find birthfamily. Adoption was final 1/29/1941. NCsAngel01@aol.com

UNKNOW DATE BEFORE 1940 (Posted 7/03) BIRTH RELATIVE searching for FEMALE ADOPTEE, who's first name may now be "BARBARA", but not sure. Birthmom's name was EUNICE DEE DEAL, who lived in either Taylorsville or Reidsville at time of birth. Eunice also had a son born in 1940 (my father). Adoptee tried to make contact with birthmom in 1950's, but was refused. She also wrote a letter to her birthmom. nimnim1962@cs.net

8/22/1940 FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birthmom. I was abandoned at the Salvation Army in Greensboro, NC on Sep.14, 1940 with a note attatched saying my name was "JUDY" and that my date of birth was 8/22/1940. I was left with clothes and a bottle of warm milk. I was turned over to Children's Home Society. If you know anything about me, please contact me!!!heavenschild@rtelco.net

CIRCA 1942 (posted 10/03) HALF-SISTER in search of FEMALE ADOPTEE born about 1942. My Mother is deceased, and I just found out she gave birth to female child in Charlotte. She was a resident at Florence Crittenton. She was about 15 or 16 years old at the time. My Mother's name was EUNICE RACHAEL TRIPLETT. I have no info on the birthfather.sylvia-wayne@earthlink.net

03/09/1942 (posted 08/06) FOUND MALE ADOPTEE searching for birth family. I was born in Forsyth County and believe that my birth name was JERRY PAYNE. I believe my birthfather may have been a Charles Clayton Payne. I do not know my birthmom's name. I was taken by Forsyth DSS at age of three and placed in Foster care.jfelts@alltel.net

06/05/1943 FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birth FATHER;I am actually trying to help my Mom find her birthfather.Ibelieve she was born in Kinston or Elizabeth City; She was raised by Birthmom and adoptive father whose name was Milton Henry Faulkner.Her birthmom's name was Charlotte Rachel Roberts(her last name from first marriage was "Prince"). . Her birthmom was 19 years old. Adoption was probably handled by attorney.lfloyd27@home.com

08/14/1943 (posted 3/02) MALE ADOPTEE searching for birthparents; Believe I was born in Fayetteville, Cumberland Co.,NC. My birthmom was between 19 and 22 years of age; I believe I was born at Highsmith Hospital; I am told my birth name was DAVID TRENT BISBEE; My Mother came from Massachusetts to stay with sister and give birth. comrades79@sbcglobal.net

02/02/1944 FEMALE adoptee searching for birth parents; born in Durham, NC at Duke Hospital at 4:01PM. I weighed 5 lbs 8 oz.; My birth mother was 25 years old.The Doctor's name was L. E. Gordon, Jr. Both parents were caucasian & was told birthfather was Sgt. in Army.jmpwhg@aol.com

03/27/1944 (posted 10/05) BROTHER SEARCHING for SISTER. She may only be a half-sister. I was born in Buncombe Co., NC 2/7/1945 and placed for adoption at birth. I have copy of birth certificate which says my parents were W.L. BUMGARDNER and EDITH HILL. I do not know if they were married. I was named at birth CHARLES EDWIN BUMGARDNER. Normally that would indicate they were married. The birth index shows a female born to same birthfather on 3/27/44. She was named at birth RITA JO ANN BUMGARDNER. I have no way of knowing if she was also placed for adoption. I believe both of my birth parents are now deceased. I would really like to find my sister. glazier45@hotmail.com

04/06/1944 (posted 06/05) FEMALE ADOPTEE, caucasian, looking for birthmom. I was born in Mississippi, but taken from birthparents while living in Forsyth Co.,NC. Birthfather's name was Roland Hughes Stanley from Mocksville, Davie Co.,NC. I have found he was married 5 times and is now deceased. I believe he and my birthmom were married when I was born. I was told my birthmom went to Ohio. Birthfather died in 1985. I was adopted in 1950 in Forsyth Co.,NC. gac12@earthlink.net

1944 or 1945 (posted 11/03) SIBLING searching for HALF-BROTHER who was born in Colorado sometime in 1944 or 1945, possibly in Colorado Springs. My late father was WEBSTER W. PERRY from NORTH CAROLINA.He was in the Camp Carson Medical Hospital recovering from War wounds, where it is believed he became involved with a nurse at the hospital. We believe he fathered a son he never knew about. Several years ago a man going by the name of SAM PERRY contacted my now-deceased brother, also named Sam Perry. I did not know about this until after my brother died. The man was from Colorado, Arizona or New Mexxico. I do not know if he grew up with his Mother or if he was adopted.I would like to make contact with him. Please help. jpbarnes@bhwi.net

1945 - exact date unknown (new birthdate given me -02/14/1945)(posted 12/07) FEMALE ADOPTEE who was left on a doorstep in Raleigh, NC searching for birth family .I was left on a porch at a house on Hillsborough Street with a note pinned to my clothing stating that my birthmom was a widow and could not raise me. She wished for me a loving family. A witness claimed my birthmother arrived by bus in Raleigh, but no one knew where she came from. A doctor thought me to be about 3 or 4 months old at the time. If you know who I am, please contact me. scarlett45@bellsouth.net

02/07/1945 (posted 5/02) MALE ADOPTEE searching for birthfamily. I was born at St Joseph Hospital in Ashville, Buncombe County. 4:15 a.m. Birth name was Charles Edwin Bumgardner. Believe my mother was Edith Hill born 01/04/18 in Jackson County, N.C. My birthfather was W. L. BUMGARDNER. The adoption was private thru a lawyer I think. Adopted parents are: Eldro and Amelia Hammer. Believe the adoption was completed in North Dakota.I now believe both birth parents are deceased but would like to find any other family members. Glazier45@hotmail.com

06/28/1945 (posted 07/07) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birth family. I am caucasian. My adoption was handled by Children's Home Society. My birthmom was 23 yrs. old when I was born. At the time, she had a 3 1/2 yr. old daughter that was being raised by birthmom's father and step-mother. Birthmom had quit school about 4th or 5th grade and was working in textiles. She had 3 older sisters and 3 older brothers. Birthfather was 34 yrs. old and unknown to birthmom, was married with 5 children. Birthfather's father was in law enforcement. I was adopted by family in Harnett County. soshell@embarqmail.comt

07/09/1945 OR 07/10/1945 (posted 11/03/ UPDATE 07/07) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for TWIN BROTHER. We were born at Duke Hospital in Durham,NC. I was born at 11:56 PM. The attending physician was Dr. Frederick M. Hanson. I don't know if he was born before or after me, so his birthdate could possibly be JULY 10th,1945. I found our out birthmom's name, but she is now deceased. My adoption was final in Onslow County and there is a remote possibility that he was also adopted out of Onslow, or possibly to a family in Wilmington, NC. I was also told he may have been adopted in Nash Co. mosescervantes@bellsouth.net

11/20/1945 (posted 9/02) SIBLINGS and COUSIN searching for MALE ADOPTEE, who was born in Dickinson Co.,VA, Baby's original birth certificate named him as "BOBIE HAIRL FLEMING" (Robert (Bobby) Harold Fleming). His birth mother was 34 years old. Information is that she took him to Mountain Mission Home in Grundy, VA as a toddler. There is medical info he needs to know. Please contact me if you know him.. mbcounts@starband.net

05/26/1946 (posted 7/02) FOUND Sibling searching for a MALE ADOPTEE possibly born in Jackson Co.,NC at Sylva. Birthmom was 20 or 21 years old at time of birth. Adoption was handled by Jackson Co., probably Social Services. Dr.'s name was "Kirchberg". There are ties to Haywood Co.,NC Adoptee's birthname was ROBERT EUGENE ADAMS. RichDDavis@aol.com

06/04/1946 (posted 8/03) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birth family. I was born in Philadelphia, PA, but placed with adoptive family in NC in May of 1948. I was picked up by adoptive family in Reidsville, NC in Rockingham County, but adoption was finalized in Cleveland Co.,NC. My birthparents may have been tall, as I am 5'10".SDedmon1@carolina.rr.com

07/11/1946 (posted 08/02) Searching for my Mother's Birth-family. My Mom was born 7/11/1946 in Greensboro, Guilford Co.,NC. Her name at birth was MARY LOUISE VERNON. She passed away in 2000 of a disease called "vasculitis", and I need to find her biological family for medical info. Her birth certificate stated that HER mother was LOUISE BALL VERNON, born in Greenville, NC in 1917. I know that my Mom had 7 biological siblings that I need to contact. My Mom's birthfather was WILLIAM LACY MAY, born in Greensboro. He was a steel worker and lived in 1940s on Ritter Lake Rd in Guilford Co. and would have been 51-58 yrs. old at that time.mcarrico@triad.rr.com

10/05/1946 (posted 5/02) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for Birthparents. I think I was born in Buncombe Co.,NC. Adoption handled thru Children's Home Society. Birthmom was very young, short and blonde. CHS called me "Gypsy". No info on Birthfather. heming@intrstar.net

12/31/1946 (posted 08/04) WHITE MALE ADOPTEE's family searching for birth family. Adoption was handled thru Sampson County DSS. He may have been born in Guilford County. davidandnyda@intrstar.net

03/19/1947 FOUND HALF-SISTER SEARCHING for brother born in Charlotte. His name on original birth certificate was FRANK DEAN TRITZ. Birthmom was 23 yrs. old.and stayed at Florence Crittenton Maternity Home until child was born. chris_u_austin@ncsu.edu

04/05/1947 (posted 08/06) ADOPTIVE FAMILY MEMBER searching for birth family of MALE ADOPTEE. The adoption handled by Children's Home Society. The adoptive parents (now deceased) were told that his parents were married to each other and either professional musicians or involved with music education and not interested in having children at that time. The adoptive parents served as Foster parents for CHS prior to adopting this child. fallingcradle@aol.com

04/29/1947 (posted 06/05) FOUND ADOPTEE searching for birthmom

06/24/1947 (posted 09/07) SISTER SEARCHINGS for MALE ADOPTEE born in Rocky Mount, in Nash County, His birth was listed as "Baby Boy Sherrod". He had red hair when he was born. mck573@comcast.net

07/13/1947 (posted 06/04) MALE ADOPTEE searching. I am African-American, I was born at L. Richardson Hospital in Greensboro, NC. I was delivered by Dr. George Evans. illmortal@yahoo.com

09/08/1947 (posted 11/03) THE EMAIL ADDRESS FOR THIS POSTING IS NO LONGER WORKING. It's possible there is a match, but cannot make contact with the person who posted this. Please send new email address or phone contact number to Fallingcradle@aol.com. FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birth family. I am trying to find my Mom's birth family. Her adoption was handled by Children's Home Society in Greensboro. She does not know where she was born. I have no info except that my Mom was blonde as a child and now has brown hair. She is 5'7", has green eyes and fair to medium skin. gaitens@ipass.net

10/21/1947 (posted 4/03) FOUND MALE ADOPTEE searching for birth family. I weighed 5 lbs. 12 oz.; was born at 5AM on a Tuesday. My birthmom was 16 yrs. old. Her name was VIOLA HODGES. She had 12 brothers and sisters both living and not living at time of adoption. One of her brothers had been killed at War; two sisters had died young, one with neumonia. Birthmom had blue eyes. Birthmom's grandfather was in security work, but had died by time of adoption at age 76. My birthfather was 17 and had 6 older siblings. One brother worked as a clerk and one was a small-business manager. Birthfather's father had gray eyes and farmed, as did HIS father. Birthfather's mother had brown eyes. Her father was a logger. Children's Home Society in Greensboro handled adoption. wbutler3@carolina.rr.com

11/08/1947 (posted 01/07) FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for birth family. I believe I was born in Fayetteville and think my birthmom's name was RUBY MAE COOPER (REECE). I have what I believe is my original birth certificate stating my name as LORRAINE DIANNE REECE. My father is shown on birth certificate as GLENDORE REECE who was born in Michigan. (Name may possibly have been GLENDON REECE). Birth certificate states he was deceased in the US Army.. My birthmom was born in Newberry, SC about 1919. It appears after I was born she took me to Charlotte where she placed me with my adoptive parents. I believe she had been living in Charlotte. She also had another child born 12/18/1944 in Charlotte whose birth name was Joyce Mae Reece. I don't not know if she kept her or placed her for adoption, also. Birth certificate stated Ruby was living at 1708 Seigle St. in Charlotte. avonwithjudy@carolina.rr.con

IF YOU ARE THE PERSON WHO SUBMITTED THE INFO BELOW, PLEASE CONTACT ME. I MAY HAVE YOUR BIRTH MOTHER'S NAME.fallingcradle@aol.com

12/01/1947 (posted 10/07) FOUND MALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING. I believe I was born in Charlotte and that my birthmom was about 19 yrs. old and possibly a college student.. My adoption was arranged by a private physician in Whiteville, NC. My birthmom was possibly from Columbus Co. what_next02@yahoo.com

01/16/1948 (posted 10/06) HALF-SISTER SEARCHING FOR BROTHER born in Winston-Salem; Birthmom was from Charlotte, but went to Winston-Salem to have baby. Birthmom was 20 yrs. old when he was born. She had been married to his birthfather, but HER Mother had the marriage annuled. He was born at what was then Bowman Gray Hospital...now Wake Forest Baptist Hospital. I do not know which agency handled the adoption. dcrev1@comcast.net

01/24/1948 (posted 11/06 FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING FOR BIRTH PARENTS. I am Caucasian. I was born at 2:02 PM in Durham. I weighed 7 pounds 5 ounces at birth. My birth mother was 18 years old, 5'5",weighed 120 lbs and had brown straight hair and greenish-blue eyes.. She stayed with me in an unwed mothers home (I am assuming the Salvation Army Home) until I went to The Children's Home Society in Greensboro on 4/16/48. My birth father was 20 at the time, was 5'5", weighed 140 lbs and was a Veteran. He and my birth mother were not married. I do know that both of my birth parents lived on farms in a very small town. vgreene10@carolina.rr.com

06/24/1948 (posted 03/2008) HALF-SISTER searching for BROTHER, born in Nash County, NC. He had red hair as an infant. Other than that, I don't know much. His birthfather was a minor league baseball player who was in Nash county just for the season. You have 6 siblings. mck573@comcast.net

06/24/1948 (posted 8/02) FOUND FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birthfamily. I weighed 7 lbs 13 oz. Birthmom was 19 yrs. old. She had blonde curly hair and blue eyes. She had 2 brothers; one was older and truck driver; the other was high-school-age. Birthfather was average height, tanned skin, and well-built. He managed a business and had 2 sisters, both teachers. He had one brother. Adoption handled by Children's Home Society in Greensboro. golfin@rfci.net

01/22/1949 (posted 01/08) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birth family. I am Caucasian. I weighed 5 lbs. 8 oz. My birthmom was 18 and a high school graduate. She had 10 siblings. My birthfather was 26 and had graduated from high school and received an honorable discharge from Military. He was a self-employed electrician. My adoption was handled by Children's Home Society. SuzanneRabb@clrabb.com

10/24/1949 (posted 11/07) SISTER searching for FEMALE ADOPTEE born in Asheville. She weighed 5 lbs. 7 oz. and was born at 4:00 AM. Birthmom was 39 yrs. old and was from Madison County. Original birth certificate listed her as "Un-named Ferguson. suzycrews@charter.net

12/16/1949 (re-posted 02/08) FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for birth family. I believe I was born in Pitt Co.I am Caucasian. I was taken to Pitt Memorial Hospital on Dec. 25th. I am not sure if I was born at home or where. DSS told me I arrived at the hospital in "dirty clothing" with a bottle. It is possible my birthmom's name was ALICE LORENE MARTIN. I know that Alice Lorene Martin gave birth that day in Pitt Co. to a white female and was listed as "unmarried" on their index. My Birthmom was 17 and had completed 9th grade when I was born.She was at the time 5'5", brown hair and hazel eyes. I was told the Birthmom had a sister age 14. My birthfather was said to be 20 yrs. old, black wavy hair and blue eyes. He had graduated and was a "linesman". NANCYSPOKE4@aol.com

03/27/1950 (posted 9/2005) FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING. I am caucasian. My adoption was finalized in Rowan County. I was told I had a sister 1 yr. old and a brother 2 yrs. old. My birthmom was 19 when I was born and divorced. She was a waitress. Her ex-husband was NOT my birthfather. Birthfather was described as a painter who was 39 yrs. old and married. He had several children I am told. When I was 3 yrs. old I was in an auto accident. This was prior to my adoption. m.thompson0@gmail.com

09/07/1950 MALE ADOPTEE searching for birthfamily. May have been born in Fayetteville, Cumberland Co.,NC. Birthmom was from Pittsburgh. rjjljca@san.rr.com

09/23/1950 (posted 08/06) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birth family. I am Caucasian and believe I was born in Forsyth County. My birthmom was 34 yrs. old and was born in Charleston, W. Va in 1916. She had an 11 yr. old child when I was born. kittyw923@yahoo.com

10/16/1950 (posted 1/03) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birthparents. According to non-identifying info, Birthmom was from South Carolina. She stayed at Salvation Army Maternity Home in Durham,NC. She was 17 years old and birthfather was 22 and worked in a cafe. Name given at my birth was HELEN ELAINE. Adoption was handled thru Children's Bureau of Columbia, SC. cjmanos@comcast.net

12/22/1950 (posted 08/07) WHITE MALE SEARCHING for birth family. I believe I was born in Washington, Beaufort Co., NC. I weighed 6 lbs. 10 oz. and was born at 6 pm I was born at Tayloe Hospital and the doctor was Dr. Tayloe, My adoption was handled by DSS.cvvaughan@hotmail.com

01/01/1951 (posted 03/04) BIRTHFAMILY searching for FEMALE ADOPTEE that MAY have been born 1/1/1951 . She was born in South Carolina, but birthmom lived in Tabor City when she was taken away. Birthmom cannot remember if it was 1951 or 1952. She went into Foster care at early age, but was not adopted until about 1963 OR 1964.Her name at birth was MABEL FAYE NORRIS. Her birthmom was ADDIE BELLE NORRIS. who was 21 yrs. old when she was born. My sister was caucasian with dark hair. I think Columbus County DSS handled adoption. My Mom is not well and desperately wants to find you. menwat@aol.com

03/13/1951 (posted 5/02) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for Birthparents; I believe I was born in Charlotte, NC and that birthmom stayed at Florence Crittenton Home there. After my birth I stayed in a foster home until October of 1951. I know I have an older BROTHER. I was adopted by PRICE family in SOUTH CAROLINA thru Children's Bureau of SC. sabella3@hotmail.com

04/29/1951 (posted 10/02) MALE ADOPTEE searching for BIRTHPARENTS. Helping my Father search for his Birthfamily. He was told he was a twin and that he also has 7 other siblings. Not sure where he was born, but possibly PITT COUNTY, as his delayed birth certificate says Winterville, NC. My father's adoptive name is Robert Willis Greene. He was adopted by Willis and Doris Greene, who lived in Charlotte when he was adopted. A midwife's name, AGNES BURNS, is listed on birth certificate. Delayed certificate was issued in 1969.tmmcgraw@excite.com

07/04/1951 (posted 07/05) FOUND WHITE FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birth parents. I was adopted thru Bertie County DSS but don't think I was born there. My adoptive parents had to drive to Salisbury and spend the night to pick us up. I am told my birthparents were married to each other. My Birthmom was 15 when she married. She was described as Blue eyes, fair complexion and red hair. She was 5'4" and weighed 154 lbs. She was born in 1933 and was oldest of 7 children. She completed the 6th grade. My Father was described as 190 lbs and 5'10" tall. He had sandy, wavy hair and ruddy complexion. He had completed the 7th grade. I had a brother who was born either June 23rd or June 24th, 1950. We were adopted together. I was told my Father left when I was born and birthmom couldn't take care of us. I was described as blue -eyed with white-blonde hair and creamy complexion and very dainty.I believe we may have stayed at an orphange or foster home for a short while.edenlady50@yahoo.com

08/02/1951 (posted 7/2) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for BIRTH FATHER. I have found my Birthmom in NC. She was sent to New Mexico to give birth to me, but both birth parents were from NC. My birth father's name was THOMAS PERKIN. He would be between 71-75 years old now. He was from Beaufort, NC. He was tall, a Methodist and one of 6 children. He was in Military..I think Army or Coast Guard and had been stationed at Atlantic Beach and Fort Macon. He had brown hair and eyes. May have had a sister named BETTY. Sarahh@modrall.com

11/02/1951 (posted 07/04) FOUND FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birth family. I was born at LENOIR COUNTY HOSPITAL. My Birthmom's name was VIOLET JEAN BROWN at that time. She was 17 years old. She named me "Candy Diane". My birthfather was said to be FREDERICK EUGENE GARVEY. He was 24 yrs. old at the time. I know that I had brother who was 4 years old when I was put up for adoption. His name was SANDY GARVEY. He was possibly born about 1949. As far as I know, he remained with my birthmom. My Maternal grandfather's name was FRED BROWN. Supposedly, my birthmom resided in KINSTON and her address was listed as P.O. Box 23. candyriedel@yahoo.com

01/01/1952 (posted 03/04) BIRTHFAMILY searching for FEMALE ADOPTEE that MAY have been born 1/1/1952 . She was born in South Carolina, but birthmom lived in Tabor City when she was taken away. Birthmom cannot remember if it was 1951 or 1952. She went into Foster care at early age, but was not adopted until about 1963 OR 1964.Her name at birth was MABEL FAYE NORRIS. Her birthmom was ADDIE BELLE NORRIS. who was 21 yrs. old when she was born. My sister was caucasian with dark hair. I think Columbus County DSS handled adoption. My Mom is not well and desperately wants to find you. menwat@aol.com

05/11/1952 (posted 06/07) FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for birth parent. Birthmom was 16 yrs old; I weighed 8 lbs 13 oz. at birth. I am Caucasian. Adoption handled by Children's Home Society. organicgardenchef@yahoo.com

08/31/1952 (posted 08/06) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birth family. I am caucasian. I believe my birthmom was 18 or 19 yrs. old. I am not sure where I was born, but was adopted by family in Raleigh, Wake Co., NC. BMOSER101@aol.com

09/27/1952 (posted 7/03) FOUND FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birth family. I suspect I was born in Durham at either Duke or Watts Hospital. I think birthmom was staying at Salvation Army Maternity Home in Durham. I was born at 6:26 AM and weighed 7 lbs. 3 oz. Children's Home Society handled adoption. I was with my birthmom at least 30 days before being given up for adoption. dclayton@caswell.k12.nc.us

05/06/1953 (posted 03/05) WHITE FEMALE searching for birth family. I may have been born in Columbus Co. and it's possible my birthmom's last name was WELLS or WALES. I may have been born at home.Birthmom was single. CMULE295@aol.com

12/20/1953 (posted 01/06) FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for birth parents. I am caucasian. I believe my birthmom may have been from Iredell County, as I was in a Foster home there until I was placed with my adoptive parents in Martin County. I'm not sure if I was born in Iredell or another county. Adoption was handled thru DSS in Iredell. parrelj.AMS@pitt.k12.nc.us

03/25/1954 (posted 10/02) MALE ADOPTEE searching for birthparents. I believe I was born in Durham at the old Watts Hospital. Birthmom was 36 years old and had worked as cosmetologist for a time. She was married and husband was 53 at the time. He was NOT my father. I have 4 half-brothers who lived with birthmom. They were ages 13, 10, 9 and 5 when I was born. BirthFATHER was 36 years old and a general contractor who also lived in Durham. He was 5'10", 165 lbs., brown hair, brown eyes and was married to someone else. I had some type of respiratory problem at birth. Attys. handling adoption were POE,PORTER and ALVIN.dlaws325@aol.com

04/09/1954 (posted 7/02) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birthparents. I believe I was born at Charlotte Memorial Hospital in Mecklenburg Co.,NC Birthmom was 34 years old at time of birth. Family Services handled the adoption. Birthmom's name was MARGARET GRACE CONLEY, who was born in Seneca Falls, New York. My birth certificate says there were two other children at time of my birth. If you know MARGARET GRACE CONLEY, or either of my siblings, please get in touch with me. mawells3518@aol.com

08/23/1954 Male ADOPTEE is searching for birth family. Birth name was THOMAS EBERT (OR EVERETT) WARREN; Was made a ward of the state along with his siblings; This took place in Forsyth Co.,NC.Five siblings were as follows:(1) Charles, born before 1945; spent time in reform school;(2) Donald born in 1945; (3) Mary born 1946 (4) Linda born 1952; (5) Anthony born 1956.Birth mother had blonde hair and blue eyes, was 5'6" with fair complexion, born in 1923 and had 9th grade education. LEGAL father's last name was WARREN, born 1913, dark hair, brown eyes and medium complexion; had 3rd grade education and was believed to be a carpenter.We believe some of these children may have had different birthfathers.Tom was placed in foster home with brother Anthony until 1959; Tom was adopted in 1960.floridaviper@earthlink.net

08/27/1954 (posted 06/04) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birth family. I am caucasian. My birthname was JOYCE DIANE FRANKLIN. I was born in Charlotte. My birthmother was GLADYS FRANKLIN RODGERS. She stayed at Florence Crittenton Home while pregnant with me. I have discovered I have a hereditary blood disorder. I know I have siblings and want to know if they are aware of this disease. Adoption handled by Family Services in Charlotte. bmacialek@kimbanet.com

08/30/1954 (posted 08/02) THE EMAIL ADDRESS FOR THIS POSTING IS NO LONGER WORKING. It's possible there is a match, but cannot make contact with the person who posted this. Please send new email address or phone contact number to Fallingcradle@aol.com. FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birth family. I believe I was born in Rocky Mount, Edgecombe Co.,NC This was a private adoption and the attorney's name was DON EVANS. I believe I have a brother who would be 3 years older than me at the time of my placement. (born 1950 or 51 ??).I think my birthmom was 19. I have serious medical problems and need information on history of health problems in family. cthjmema@aol.com

12/17/1954 (posted 12/07) BROTHER searching for SISTER born in Asheville. I was born in Sept of 1953 and was placed for adoption, also about the same time you were placed for adoption. I was placed with an aunt and uncle within our birth family. There were other siblings that stayed with our birth parents. I always thought they were my cousins when I was growing up. Our birth father had his legs cut off by a train. Your brothers and sisters would love to find you! I believe your adoption was handled privately. dmccale@hughes.net

01/26/1955 (posted 08/06) BROTHER searching for male adoptee born in Rowan County. I am his older brother, born 2/29/1944. Our Mother was Alva Gabard. We have different fathers. His original birth certificate showed his name as "Baby Boy Smith". marypoole2@webtv.net

05/20/1955 (posted 12/06) BIRTHMOM and FAMILY SEARCHING for FEMALE ADOPTEE. She was born at Duke Hospital in Durham when I was 18 yrs. old. Salvation Army assisted with placement of the child for adoption. Birthmom has some genetic medical problems and would like to make contact. Gregory.D.Hoilman@kp.org

07/18/1955 (posted 12/05) FEMALE ADOPTEE seearching for birthparents. I am caucasian and was born in Charlotte. I was told my parents were young teenagers. I was placed with my adoptive family when I was 3 monthsd old. I believe birthmom may have stayed at Florence Crittenton Home, as they were involved with my placement. katbalc@bellsouth.net

08/24/1955 (posted 04/06) MALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for birth family. I am caucasian. I may have been born in Guilford County. adopted 12/17/1955 covington@ctc.net

12/07/1955 (posted 09/06) FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for birthmom. I believe I may have been born in Cumberland Co. I think my birthmom worked at the Tropical Restaurant on Bragg Blvd. She was not married at` the time, but believe she MAY have had a child before I was born. I have been shown a photo that is supposedly her. She is wearing glasses and appears to have dark hair. She appeared to be in her 20s or 30s at the time. My adoptive parents owned the restaurant where she worked in Fayetteville. Her first name MAY have been DELORES...but not sure. It was a private adoption handled by attorney Glenn Cobb. My adoptive Mom said my birthmom contacted her a few years later to see if she wanted to adopt another child . harleyangelnc@earthlink.net

02/06/1956 (posted 07/07) BIRTHMOM searching for CAUCASIAN female ADOPTEE. She was born in Pittsboro in Chatham County. She weighed 9 lbs 10 oz. I was 24 yrs. old at time of birth. Dr. Kenneth Mathieson delivered the baby and handled the private adoption. I was a clerk in Dr. Mathieson's office at the time. dariolea@hotmail.com

03/16/1956 Birthsister searching for FEMALE ADOPTEE born at Duke Hospital in Durham,NC. weighed 7 lbs; born at night; adoption handled by Children's Home Society in Greensboro; baby named "Susan Ann" by Birthmom. mnstarke@nc.rr.com

05/05/1956 Have info on a MALE born this date at Duke Hospital in Durham Co.,NC; born 2:52PM & weighed 7lbs. 13 oz.If this is your date of birth, please contact me for info. fallingcradle@aol.com

05/08/1956 (posted 04/05) WHITE FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birthmom. My Birthmom was 27 yrs. old when I was born and had a 9th grade education. She was 5'2". Her average weight was 127 pounds. She had brown hair, gray eyes and fair skin. I was born at 3AM, My maternal grandmother died when birthmom was 4 yrs. old. Maternal grandfather died in 1991. My birthfather was in military and was 33 yrs. old and did not know about me. My birthmom had been married to a man with 3 children, which he brought into their marriage. She met my birthfather while separated from this man. carylann68@hotmail.com

06/18/1956 Have info on FEMALE born this date at Duke Hospital in Durham, NC; weighed 7lbs. 5 oz.; born at 1:37PM. If this is your date of birth,please contact for info on birthmother.fallingcradle@aol.com

07/08/1956 Have info on MALE born this date in Durham, NC; Born at 2:54AM; weighed 6lbs. 7oz.; If this is your date of birth,please contact me for info. fallingcradle@aol.com

08/17/1956 Have info on FEMALE born this date at Duke Hospital in Durham, NC; born at 8:16 AM & weighed 7lbs. 3oz. If this is your date of birth,please contact me for info. fallingcradle@aol.com

09/21/1956 Have info on MALE born this date at old Watts Hospital in Durham,NC; weighed 6lbs 7 1/2 oz; born at 7:57 ??; note on birth certificate statefather of child had died prior to birth & baby was being placed for adoption. If this is your date of birth, contact me for more info. fallingcradle@aol.com

01/02/1957 (posted 5/03) THE EMAIL ADDRESS FOR THIS POSTING IS NO LONGER WORKING. It's possible there is a match, but cannot make contact with the person who posted this. Please send new email address or phone contact number to Fallingcradle@aol.com. BIRTHMOM searching for FEMALE ADOPTEE. She was born at Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, NC (Forsyth County). I was 16 years old and my first name was SHIRLEY. THERE IS HISTORY OF HEMOPHILLIA AMONG MALES AND 98% OF THE FEMALES IN FAMILY ARE CARRIERS OF THIS DISORDER! FOSTERJTF@aol.com

02/07/1957 (posted 5/03) BIRTHMOM searching for FEMALE ADOPTEE born at Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, Forsyth Co.,NC. I was 16 years old and my first name is SHELBY. i AM ALSO SEARCHING FOR A SON BORN 11/4/1959 IN FORSYTH CO.,NC. THERE IS HISTORY OF HEMOPHILLIA AMONG MALES AND 98% OF THE FEMALES IN FAMILY ARE CARRIERS OF THIS DISORDER!(PART OF SAME FAMILY IN LISTING DATED 1/2/57) FOSTERJTF@aol.com

05/08/1957 (posted 05/04) BIRTHFAMILY SEARCHING for female adoptee. There were actually two females put up for adoption by this birthmom. One was born May 8, 1957 and the other was born May 24, 1958. Both babies were born at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. It is believed that either the attorney or the Sate of Nc has confused the birth records. One of the girls has now been found, but she has documention showing her born on BOTH dates.Mfalderfer@aol.com

06/10/1957 (posted 03/07) FAMILY MEMBER SEARCHING for female adoptee born in Charlotte. I am your niece. Your mother's name was Mafra Fender. She was 38 yrs. old. She named you Judy Ann. We would love to find you. slurat1958@aol.com

07/12/1957 (posted 10/03 & 03/07) MALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for birth mother. I am told she stayed in Maternity home in Durham, NC before giving birth to me at Duke Hospital. She was 17 yrs. old, 5' 1 1/2 " tall, chestnut brown hair, blue/green eyes. Her parents were tenant farmers; She was from Wake County. She had been to Virginia to stay with an aunt until arrangements were made for the maternity home. coneal@schwartz-shaw.com

07/14/1957 (posted 7/03) BIRTH SISTER searching for MALE ADOPTEE. Birthmom's name was FRANCES JEANETTE WILLIAMS. She was resident at Florence Crittenton Maternity Home in Charlotte for the end of pregnancy. Baby was born at Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Original birth certificate number was 3703. Birthmom's name was on it, but baby's name was listed as "unknown". Baby was turned over to adoptive parents when 2 days old. I have been told they were from Greensboro, but don't know for sure. Birthmom was 20 years old at time of birth. evann11@charter.net

08/20/1957 (posted 09/04) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birthparents. I was born in Charlotte. My birthmom was a resident at the Florence Crittenton Maternity Home. I was placed with adoptive family when I was 2 months old. Mecklenburg Co. DSS handled the adoption. Lori@nearcal.com

01/10/1958 (posted 8/2) FOUND FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birthparent. I believe I was born at Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Adoption handled thru Family & Children's Services. I had blonde hair and blue eyes. Birthmom was 22 or 23 years old and of English descent. The non-identifying info I received reported history of respitory problems. mawells3518@vol.com

01/11/1958 (posted 07/05) BIRTHMOM searching for white female child born in Durham at Duke Hospital. Baby weigheed 7 pounds 14 oz. and was born at 7:47 PM. Adoption handled by Durham County DSS. wifeoffireman@yahoo.com

01/28/1958 (posted 01/06) FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for birth family. I am not sure where I was born,but I was in Foster care in Lenoir Co., NC until 4 months old. I was placed for adoption with couple in Edgecombe Co. I believe I have an older sister born in 1947 and a brother born in 1952. My birthmom suffered with some type of mental problems. She was married when I was born, but he was NOT TO MY ACTUAL FATHER. Her husband's name was used as my father, but he wasn't. However, her husband WAS the father of the two siblings born before me. My birthmom was 39 yrs. old when I was born. My "last name" possibly has 7 letters in it. My father got arrested for DUI (DWI) in 1957. I supposedly had an uncle who tried to help the family. I was referred to as "Baby Patty" on my non-identifying info from the agency. lweiland@sowega.net

03/15/1958 (posted 01/07) FOUND FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for birthmom. I believe that I may have been born in Charlotte, but that my birthmom was possibly from Robeson County. I was told she was a resident at the Florence Crittenton Maternity Home in Charlotte during pregnancy. My birthmom stated that she was separated from her husband and living with her family at the time she became pregnant. angelsong303@nc.rr.com

04/07/1958 (posted 02/07) FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING. I am caucasian. I was adopted in Mecklenburg County, but do not know where I was born. I am waiting for my non-identifying information. vburchfield76@aim.com

04/12/1958 (posted 10/06) FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for birthmom.. I was born in Charlotte and weighed 7 lbs. 11 oz. My birthmom was 23 yrs. old and her name MAY have been JEAN COOPER KNIGHT. eagles1992@wavecable.com

05/24/1958 (posted 05/04) BIRTHFAMILY SEARCHING for female adoptee. There were actually two females put up for adoption by this birthmom. One was born May 8, 1957 and the other was born May 24, 1958. Both babies were born at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. It is believed that either the attorney or the Sate of Nc has confused the birth records. One of the girls has now been found, but she has documention showing her born on BOTH dates.Mfalderfer@aol.com

06/06/1958 (posted 02/08) FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for Birthmom. I MAY have been born in Alamance County, but not sure. My adoption originated out of Alamance County and was finalized in Lee County by DSS. I was told my birthmom was a teenage and she had completed 11th grade at time of my birth or adoption. Supposedly, the birthfather had only completed 8th grade. jackieandboys@yahoo.com

12/16/1958 (posted 04/04)(updated 01/08) HALF-SISTER searching for FEMALE ADOPTEE born in Charlotte, NC. The baby had red hair. I have very little info. Your Birthmom is also my Birthmom. Her name was GERALDINE MICKLE. She stayed at the Florence Crittenton Maternity Home till you were born at Chrlotte Memorial Hospital. Your adoption was handled by Family Services in Forsyth Co.,NCShe had two other children after giving birth to you. We were both raised by her. We We believe your adoptive first name may be "JO" really want to find you. dianemcneal@hotmail.com

01/09/1959 (posted 4/03) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birthparents. Birthmom was 14 years old. She had reddish-blonde hair, blue eyes and fair skin. She was 5'6" tall. My adoption was handled thru EITHER Forsyth Co. DSS. and/or Family and Child Services of the Associated Charities, Inc. I was 6 months old when placed with adoptive family. Final adoption decree was 8/9/1960. steffiebythesea@yahoo.com

03/03/1959 (posted 07/05) FOUND BIRTHMOM SEARCHING for white male child born in Durham, NC. I was staying at Salvation Army Maternity Home in Durham. He was born about 10:30 PM and weighed approx. 7 lbs.6oz.; I believe the birth was at Duke Hospital. I was 15 yrs. old with auburn hair, blue eyes and was 5'2" and about 115 lbs. klovegrove@webtv.net

03/23/1959 (posted 3/03) FOUND BIRTHMOM searching for MALE ADOPTEE born at Charlotte Memorial Hospital. I was 18 years old and stayed at Florence Crittenton Home. The baby stayed with me for one week and then was placed with adoptive family or in foster care. I now live in Paris, France and would welcome hearing from my son anytime, day or night. (phone number available thru this website) sueflood@pacbell.net

06/11/1959 (posted 11/06) FOUND FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for birth siblings and other birth family. I am Caucasian. I was placed for adoption at age 2 1/2 to a couple from Goldsboro, Wayne Co., NC. The adoption was handled by Wayne Co. DSS. At the same time, a little boy age 13 months was placed with me. His date of birth was 5/24/1961. We were told when we were older by adoptive parents we were birth-siblings with same parents. My brother died in 1985. Everything I THINK I know about my history came from my adoptive Mother. She says she and my adoptive father drove to a county near the Virginia border to pick us up. She said it MAY have been Hertford County. She told us and that we were the youngest children of 8 kids in one family. I have very little recollection of my early years, but I remember being in a white barracks-like building with other children before I went to my adoptive parents. I don't know if they were my siblings or if I was in a foster care facility. My adoptive father died five years later and eventually my "brother" and I were sent to a Baptist Childrens Home in Georgia until we were of legal age. I desperately need to find my birth family. If you have any information, please contact me. Again...I was told by my adoptive mom that at one time when I was VERY small I told her that my real name was LISA WILLIAMS and my brother's name was JODY. I don't know if this is true or not...I was VERY young.maihome@bellsouth.net

07/20/1959 (posted 8/03) MALE TWIN ADOPTEE searching for birth family. We were born in CHARLESTON, SC., but adopted thru Durham County NC Dept. of Social Services. I have a twin brother, who was adopted with me. I was told that possibly one of my biological grandfathers was a coal miner in West Virginia and that one of my grandmothers was a school teacher. Birthmom was 17 years old at time of births. Our birthfather was 30 years old. We are told that birthmom, after much consideration, gave us to Guilford County, NC foster care until we were placed in adoptive home March 23, 1960. I don't know if Children's Home Society was involved or not.Tgm0509@aol.com

08/08/1959 (posted 5/02) SEARCH COMPLETED Looking for FEMALE ADOPTEE who would be my sister. Birthmom was 14 years old and her name was MARTHA. She lived in Henderson, Vance County, NC., but was "sent away" to have baby. Baby was born in Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., so she possibly stayed at Florence Crittenton Home there. Adoption was handled thru Children's Home Society in Greensboro. Adoption was final in Nov. 1960 in Henderson COUNTY, NC, Unfortunately, birthmom is deceased but I very much want to find my sister. AsburySnowChick@aol.com

08/21/1959 BIRTH PARENT searching for MALE child born in Wilmington, New Hanover Co.,NC at James Walker Memorial Hospital.The Doctors' names were Dr. Nicholson and Dr. Powell; Baby's last name at birth was "PHILLIPS". My son was taken from me at age 6 1/2 and placed in foster care along with his sister who was a year younger. They were both placed for adoption which was finalized in 1971. ranchouse1@msn.com

09/17/1959 (posted 11/02) FEMALE ADOPTEE searching for birthmom. I was actually born in Hollywood, Florida at Memorial Hospital, but BIRTHMOM WAS FROM NC. She came to Florida to have me, and stayed a while. She met her eventual husband while there. She had dark hair and was referred to as "striking". She was part dutch descent and American Indian (don't know which tribe). She was in her early 20's and had been dating birthfather for some time, but discovered he was dating other girls and possibly fathered other children. He was supposedly son of Baptist Minister and possibly had a drinking problem. Was told birthmom wanted to be a hairdresser. I believe she returned to NC.babdik@msn.com

09/28/1959 (posted 11/06) FEMALE ADOPTEE SEARCHING for birth parents. I believe I was born in Randolph County, NC. I had very dark hair and brown eyes. I am Caucasian. My birthmom was single. She was 19 yrs. old, 5'5", brown hair, brown eyes, light complexion. 125 lbs. She had dropped out of school in 11th grade due to pregnancy. I was born with a hole in my heart which caused a heart murmur. I also had respiratory problems which cause asthma. My son also has medical problems and I need medical information. carolinamountaingirl2004@yahoo.com

11/04/1959 BIRTHMOM SEARCHING for MALE ADOPTEE born at Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, NC. I was 18 years old and my first name is SHELBY. I am also looking for a daughter born 2/7/57 in Winston-Salem. THERE IS HISTORY OF HEMOPHILLIA AMONG MALES AND 98% OF THE FEMALES IN FAMILY ARE CARRIERS OF THIS DISORDER!(PART OF SAME FAMILY IN LISTING DATED 1/2/57) FOSTERJTF@aol.com

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