This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: schmm1 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.lesser/1.2.7.36.38.64/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Yes my mother Louise(lesser)Schmalz is the last of the first generation Canada born Lessers.Her grandfather was a tailor in Karlesruhe South Russia.He saved enough money to bring his whole immediate family to Hague, Rosthern area in 1912.If you take Highway 3 between Saskatoon and Prince Albert between Rosthern and Hague there is a road named Lesser Road.My mom is 85 and has a very good memory.Her dads name was John and mother was Katherina.Her mother came from the German Colonies in Armenia.We all know what happened with that genocide.Mom has a very good memory and talks about family in Washington.I believe her grandfathers name was Heinrich.If any one wishes more info dont hesitate to email [email protected] Schmalz Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.