Hi- A long time back and I can't remember which RootsWeb list the query was made regarding the surname DEALSNYDER. In "Catawba Cousins," Vol. 10, No. 2, Sep 1995, p. 14 is the entry of Henry Miles Dielensnider, son of ?, born 6 Dec 1825 per Births & Baptisms, St. Peter's Lutheran Church Records. On p. 15 listed is Susanah Deal, d/o Simon Deal, born 11 May 1829 and baptized in the same year; also is Silas Deal, s/o William Deal, born 12 Jan 1830 and baptized the same year. On p. 18 is the entry of Jacob Deal, s/o Simon Deal, b. 9 Jun 1832; baptized 29 Jul 1832. Ann Propst, Brevard, NC