Hi - The actual image of your Frederick M. DeCosta's death certificate is online, and free. You can print it out. It indicates Frederick's father as unknown, from France; his mother as Amanda Rippley, from France. Go to Missouri Secretary of State records - http://www.sos.mo.gov/TIF2PDFConsumer/DispPDF.as Maureen ************** Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? Read reviews on AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/cars-BMW-128-2008/expert-review?ncid=aolaut00050000000017 )