Thanks Marge & Cheryle, Though I do not know of a John Sandker, I will attempt to locate Negelsheh Germany. It could be a clue as to where to search for my Gertrud Sandker Westendorff's family. I appreciate the look-up. I have previously searched the listings on Colleen Fitzpatrick's wonderful New Orleans site mostly searching for my Irish side but will revisit it again. All of my German & Irish ancestors stopped off in St. Louis first before settling in Davenport, Iowa. Thanks again for your time and interest in my request. Jo Westendorf Banks