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Originally Posted By Jean

Beautiful baby girl born june 9, 1969 in los angeles, california. matsbert@yahoo.com

[sherry53]

I am looking for a baby girl ( my niece) that was given up in 1969 I believe. I was told she was given up in California, but her mother was from St. Louis, Missouri and went to California. Her mothers first name was Gail and I believe the spelling of her last name at the time was Bonstell. This baby girl would have a brother that she doesn't know about or would be her half brother and I would be her real fathers sister. I would appreciate any information. Thank you!!!

[thesearchguru]

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[BerniceLeigh]

Hi, can you tell a little more about the family? Was the half sibling ( brother older or younger), and what is the family nationality ? I am curious, because I am searching for a similar situation, but the birth years and State of births are different. But it is possible that information could have been changed.

[sherry53]

The brother was born in August of 1969. The one I am looking for was either born in 1968 or 69. We are white and we all are originally from St. Louis, Missouri. The mother of this child was a married women with 2 or 3 children already. And in order for her and her husband to stay together, they agreed for her to give this baby up for adoption, so they left St. Louis and went to California.

[BerniceLeigh]

Thanks for replying. But unfortunately, there are to many differences. Oh well, I had to ask. Any ways, good luck to you with your search.

[sherry53]

Thank you and I wish you the best too!!! Take care!!