This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: dapavlik Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.ohio.unknown/4223.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I too have seen this designation - specifically on Ohio death notices. I believe it implies that the individual was not born in the United States and further that the country from which they immigrated has changed its name and/or borders, so a specific country designation may be impossible to determine. 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.