Hello, Seekers: Suggest as a tool for solving/locating some of these "mysteries of lost or disappeared family members", the Social Security Index - which is on-line and can be found using a search engine - be utilized. Of course, the people listed are deceased, but the last known address of where the final SS payment was sent is listed. Then, suggest you look up the locality and search for the surname there -- again by using an on-line telephone directory. Then, write letters or make phone calls. Many times a living "same name cousin or other relative" will still be a resident of that particular city/town. Good hunting - good luck. Happy Thanksgiving to all! Shirley: [email protected]