Good afternoon, This is the first time I have posted on the list. I am researching the following families: Nastov Madjunkov Jovanova If anyone has any connection to these names I would appreciate hearing from you. Thank you in advance for your help. Brad

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: foundermember0056 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/523.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Dear Nick! If you are interested looking for yours in Bitola and Sredno Egri, please write me a letter! Istvan [email protected] 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: KimAltas72 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/528/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Is there anyone that ancestors or current family from Agios Panteleimon. I am in Melbourne Australia, with Macedonian decent and trying to do a family tree. If there is anyone that could help me with information or point me in the right direction, I would really appreciate it. Email [email protected] 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jpadjan Surnames: Padjan, Padjen Classification: biography Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/527/mb.ashx Message Board Post: About 9 years ago I began to conduct research on my original family name, or surname, Padjan, in order to determine what the true origin of my family name is. It is a very rare surname. I had known for years, intuitively and from linguistic and onomastic study, that it was not a Croatian surname (as I had been told) or even a Slavic surname, but I could not, in those early years of my research, determine what its true origin was. I could only determine what its origin was not. In 2013 I discovered that my family name, or surname, originated among a people known as Padjanaks (often spelled Badjanaks, Patzinaks, Pechenegs, etc.) who arrived in Europe from Central Asia about 895 A.D. Although most people have never heard of the Padjanaks (and the Kangar), they had a major and lasting impact on world history, and especially on European history. Last year I began to write a book about the origin of my surname, mostly to inform my family of the discovery, or discoveries, that I ha! d made about it, and about how I had made those discoveries. (I have had my DNA tested for genetic ancestry and so have my parents and my maternal grandmother.) The more I looked into the origin of my surname, the more I learned about the tribe that I descend from, whose name I bear, namely, the Padjanaks. As a result of learning a great deal about my ancestors the Padjanaks (and the Kangar that became a part of the Padjanak tribe), my book evolved into a book on the true origin of the Padjanaks and Kangar (the Kangar were known as Sumerians in Mesopotamia). (Being directly descended from these peoples or tribes, and having had my DNA tested in a couple of different ways, I am in a unique position to offer new insights on the origin of these peoples, my ancestors.) Thus what started out as a humble book on the origin of my family name has evolved into a serious book on the origin of the tribe that passed the name on to me and my family. I made a number of discoveries about ! the Padjanaks and the Kangar in the course of researching and writing my book (discoveries that no one else has made) as well as a number of discoveries pertaining to peoples and tribes known to history, and related or connected to the Padjanaks and Kangar, such as the Kushans, the Vlachs, the Morlachs, the Romani (also known as Gypsies), and certain groups of Huns (the Padjanaks were Huns) and others. I published my book about 6 months ago on Scribd. It is free, for now. I will eventually sell it, and will eventually, perhaps, seek a publisher. Whether I make money selling it is not so important to me. I am happy to have made some important discoveries about the Padjanaks, the Kangar, the Kushans, the Romani, or Gypsies, and the rest that I discuss in the book, that no one else has made. That gives me intellectual satisfaction, and intellectual satisfaction makes me happy. In my book I demonstrate that my ancestors the Padjanaks, whatever the spelling of the name (Badjanaks, Patzinaks, Pechenegs, etc.), were, in the main, Huns, but known as W! hite Huns, and that before they were known as Padjanaks, they had been known as Kushans. I prove that the Padjanaks were not just descended from the Kushans, but that the Padjanaks were the Kushans. I include in my book the results of all our DNA tests, except those of my grandmother. If you have never had your DNA tested for genetic ancestry, you may be interested in looking at the results of our tests. They will give you an idea of what kinds of information you can get from different DNA tests. It is very interesting to have your DNA tested for genetic ancestry. Ultimately we realize that we are not only all related, but more closely related than we may all realize (not that I ever doubted our relatedness anyway). If you are interested in history, you may be interested in reading my book, The Padjans (Padjanaks, Pechenegs). Here is a link to it: http://www.scribd.com/doc/203601298 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: rvg440 Surnames: Popov , Popova Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/17.46.67.72/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi david, My mothers maiden name was Popov. My dedo name was Kosta Popov. They were from Dolno Kotori. My Grand father owned the large white Kafana in the main square that can be seen in Kotori when entering from Lerin road. His original home is a old 2 story building just back in behind the Kafana a couple hunders yards at most. There was a large history of Priests in our family hence the surname. If you need any information regarding the family name w eseem to both share let me know. Regards Simon 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Petriknolis Surnames: Nolis Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/17.99/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi I know all those villages just that last one but neret I know very well, it is next to my village Nevoliani and sorry none of those last names sound familiar. My last name is Nolis or Nolev 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: AGazley Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/526/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Looking for the family of Dobrila Shekerova born in Skopje, Macedonia, married Odysseas Papadimitrio from Thessaloniki, Greece. Left Skopje for New Zealand during WWII. Want to find details of Natasha Shekerova, and Biljana Lazareva of Kumanovo, Macedona. 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jphurst1 Surnames: Givelas, Guveloff Classification: lookup Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/525/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hello, My understanding is that the surname Guveloff has many different spellings and pronunciations. I've recently discovered that my Guveloff ancestor had a brother who's last name was Givelas. Can anyone out there give me information regarding the various spellings of this surname? I've seen Gavel, too, but don't know if this is my family. I appreciate the help! 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jphurst1 Surnames: Dimitroff, Nikopolous, Stavroff, Guveloff Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/524/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Am searching for family member of Vena Dimitroff (Nikopolous?) who was born in 1905 in Gavros, Kastoria, Macedonia. She immigrated to Canada and then to Detroit, Wayne, Michigan, USA. She married Dono Stavroff/Guveloff. I've been told the last names were changed by the government, but the family believes the original surname was Dimitroff (or similar spellings). This woman is my grandson's great grandmother and I would love to allow him to know more about her and his rich Macedonian heritage. Thank you! 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: nivan21 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/523/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi I am trying to trace family history for my father's side of the family as am doing family research for my young son. His name is Sotir Ivanovski and his date of birth was 7/11/1947. Father is Petar Ivanov (b c 1910 in Bitola) and Mother Ristana Ivanova (b c1922 in Sredno Egri) Any information and leads are gratefully accepted. Many thanks Nick 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: yugaya Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/522.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Sorry I was not specific enough there - you need to know his place of origin and last residence before emigrating or his place of birth. 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: lynette_jansen Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/522.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi, Thanks for the info, my fathers last place of residance was in Pretoria, South Africa. The 1st place he worked in South Africa, was a place called Welkom, he started working there on 04/01/1960. He died on 07/01/1998 Unfortunately I have no other information. I hope this helps a bit. 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: yugaya Surnames: STOJKOVSKI - ???J??????. Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/522.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Original spelling of the surname is STOJKOVSKI ( in Cyrillic alphabet : ???J?????? ). That family in period records is listed as ethnic Macedonian and of Eastern Orthodox faith. Use the original spelling in both variants if you are trying to locate via social networks like facebook people with same surname from Macedonia who might be your relatives and able to help you with your research. I cannot give you any more advice without knowing and confirming the place of birth or last residence of your father - try to obtain a record or a document that has that information from his life after emigrating. *** "Rodoslovlje" Serbian Genealogy Society www.rodoslovlje.com 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: lynette_jansen Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/522/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi, I'm looking for my fathers family. His name was Krste Stoikofski. born on 20 August 1940 He immigrated to South Africa in 1959/1960 from Yugoslavia. His mothers name was Natalia and his brothers name was Rade, his brothers wife's name was Krsta. My father and mother was never married and I was adopted after birth, by the time I found out about my father, he had already passed away. I would like to find out more about his family and where he came from and would appreciate any information that could help me find my family. 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: yugaya Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/25.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DMITRIJ NIKOLAEVIC SOLDATOV is a Russian spelling - what records is that spelling from ? Local spelling of that first name would be DMITAR, MITAR or DIMITRIJE. SOLDATOV family is originally with that surname found in northern Serbia in Novi Sad area, and is well documented in XVIII and XIX century church and military records. *** "Rodoslovlje" Serbian Genealogy Society www.rodoslovlje.com 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: nela_soldatovjones Surnames: Soldatov Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/25.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hello, can I get in touch by email ? I do not have a facebook account... that is why I ask. Lubomir Soldatov or Larisa Soldatova? Can you please send me more details of your grandparents etc etc ? My private mail address: [email protected] Thanks! Maybe we are really related ! Even though as far as I know my grandfather Soldatov, only had two sons, both of which now died. One of them, Nikola, had no children. And the other (my father Vladimir) had me and my sister. So - the name Soldatov is gone... Kind regards, Nela Soldatov-Jones 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. <br>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: dilekkocagul Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/521.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi I have to get the information from my mum and get back to you My other concern if I have living family there Thanks for replying back 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: yugaya Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/521.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: The only claim I am aware of that you may be able to lodge legally concerns property taken by the communist authorities after WWII, but even for that there are restrictions in terms who can lodge such claim and within what legal period. What is the surname and first names of any family members you have knowledge of ? Do you have birth years and what year did your grandmother and her family emigrate? *** "Rodoslovlje" Serbian Genealogy Society www.rodoslovlje.com 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: dilekkocagul Surnames: Kocagul Classification: census Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/521/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi I m Turkish and part of my family lived in makadonia years and years ago. My grandmother was born in makadonia perhaps my greatgrandmother wad born in makadonia as well. When my grand mother came to turkey with her family they left part of family in makadonia and I don't even know where they live know. I know that they were around in uskup it's all know. I need to find them if anyone knows how to find my family in makadonia please let me know. They left all their properties land etc ad well so I want to claim as well Thank you 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: yugaya Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.eeurope.macedonia.general/520/mb.ashx Message Board Post: We obtained a copy of the book "Address Book of Religious Communities in Macedonia". The book is fairly recent and in Macedonian language. If you need a specific look up or contact details for any local temple in Macedonia, post a message here or contact me on "Rodoslovlje" Serbian Genealogy website: www.rodoslovlje.com It contains addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses and websites for : -Macedonian Orthodox Church -Islamic Community of the Republic of Macedonia -Catholic Church -Evangelical-Methodist Church -Jewish Community of Macedonia Full title in original language: " ??????? ?? ???????? ???????? ?? ??????????". *** "Rodoslovlje" Serbian Genealogy Society www.rodoslovlje.com 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.