Research Summary for Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda

Date: 31 Jul 1917 to 4 Apr 1992
Location: Hammond, Lake, Indiana
Surnames/tags: Gorczyca Sejda

For private evidence see: Research Summary for Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda - Private

Contents 1 Research Summary for Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda (1917-1992) 1.1 Evidence of the Birth of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda 1.2 Evidence of the Burial of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda 1.3 Evidence of the Death of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda 1.4 Evidence of the Education of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda 1.5 Evidence of the Fact of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda 1.6 Evidence of the Funeral Mass of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda 1.7 Evidence of the Marriage Witness of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda 1.8 Evidence of the Marriage of Walter L. Sejda (1916-1961) and Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda 1.9 Evidence of the Name of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda 1.10 Evidence of the Occupation of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda 1.11 Evidence of the Relationship of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda 1.12 Evidence of the Residence of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda 2 Sources

Research Summary for Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda (1917-1992)

Evidence of the Birth of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda

Mary was likely born in 31 July 1917. Both her obituary and funeral program provide the same birthdate, but the time between birth and death can cause accuracy issues.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[1] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda was 74 when she died and was born on 31 July 1917. A review of this assertion states:
   • While this obituary states the date of birth, the time between the birth and death can cause issues with accuracy. This is strong evidence of the birth, but would be best to find more contemporary evidence.
2. Pamphlet entitled Funeral Mass for Mary (May) Gorczyca Sejda^[2] asserts that Mary (May) Gorzyca Sejda was born 31 July 1917 and died 4 April 1992. A review of this assertion states:
   • While this program states the date of birth, the time between the birth and death can cause issues with accuracy. This is strong evidence of the birth, but would be best to find more contemporary evidence.

Evidence of the Burial of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda

Mary "May" Sejda is buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Calumet City, Cook, Illinois, likely on 7 April 1992. This was documented in her obituary.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[1] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda was buried next to Walter Sejda at Holy Cross Cemetery [in Calumet City, IL]. A review of this assertion states:
   • This was written at the time of the burial so is convincing evidence that she is buried here.
2. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[1] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda funeral was 7 April 1992 and her funeral mass was celebrated that day at St. Thomas More Church. A review of this assertion states:
   • Since funerals normally happen the day of burial except in extraordinary circumstances, which does not seem to be the case here, it is reasonable to assume she was buried on this date.

Evidence of the Death of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda

Mary "May" Sejda died on 4 April 1992 at home in Hammond, Lake, Indiana. This is documented in her obituary and a program from her funeral.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[1] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda died 4 April 1992 at her home following a brief illness. A review of this assertion states:
   • This was written at or near the death and is convincing evidence.
2. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[1] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda resided in Hammond, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • Since the obituary said she lived at home and she was residing in Hammond, Indiana, that is where she died.
3. Pamphlet entitled Funeral Mass for Mary (May) Gorczyca Sejda^[2] asserts that Mary (May) Gorzyca Sejda was born 31 July 1917 and died 4 April 1992. A review of this assertion states:
   • This was written at or near the death and is convincing evidence.

Evidence of the Education of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda

Mary "May" Sejda probably graduated from St. Mary's Grade School (Hammond, Indiana) and Hammond Technical High School (Hammond, Indiana). This is documented in her obituary.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[1] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda graduated from St. Mary Grade School and Hammond Tech High School. A review of this assertion states:
   • This information was probably provided by a family member who knew this, so this is strong evidence.

Evidence of the Fact of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda

According to the funeral program, Barbara Sejda played the organ at Mary "May" Sejda's funeral.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Pamphlet entitled Funeral Mass for Mary (May) Gorczyca Sejda^[2] asserts that Barbara Sejda was the organist at Mary (May) Gorzyca Sejda's funeral. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is an interesting color piece

Evidence of the Funeral Mass of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda

Mary "May" Sejda's Funeral Mass was held at St. Thomas More Church, Munster, Lake, Indiana on 7 April 1992.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[1] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda funeral was 7 April 1992 and her funeral mass was celebrated that day at St. Thomas More Church. A review of this assertion states:
   • This was written at the time of death so is conclusive evidence.

Evidence of the Marriage Witness of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda

Mary "May" Sejda was a bridesmaid at Henry Sejda and Irene Kazmierski's wedding. This is documented on both a marriage certificate and in an article about the wedding.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Henry Sejda and Irene Kazmierski Ceremonial Marriage Certificate^[3] asserts that the witnesses to Henry Sejda and Irene Kazmierski's marriage were Clara Kazmierski, Lorraine Sejda, Mary Gorczyca, Walter Sejda, Lillian Wojciechowski and Edmond Kazmierski. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is evidence that she was part of Henry Sejda's and Irene Kazmierski's wedding party.
2. Henry Sejda and Irene Kazmierski Wedding Article^[4] asserts that Mary Gorczyca and Lillian Wojciechowski were bridesmaids in Henry and Irene Sejda's wedding. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is evidence that she was a bridesmaid Henry Sejda's and Irene Kazmierski's wedding party.

Evidence of the Marriage of Walter L. Sejda (1916-1961) and Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda

Walter Sejda and Mary "May" Sejda were probably married on 18 Aug 1943, somewhere in the Southern United States before he went off to World War II.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[1] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda married Walter L. Sejda on 18 Aug 1943. A review of this assertion states:
   • The obituary was published almost 50 years after the marriage, so this could be in error but is assumed to be correct. This is reasonable evidence.
2. Pamphlet entitled Funeral Mass for Mary (May) Gorczyca Sejda^[2] asserts that Mary (May) Gorzyca Sejda was married to Walter Sejda for 18 years. A review of this assertion states:
   • This pamphlet does not give a marriage date, but the time between his marriage date from the obituary and his death date from the obituary is 18 years 1 month 24 days. This is likely from the same set of family members so probably is not significantly more evidence that the obituary.
3. 20 Aug 1995 Notes from Discussion with Irene and Barbara Sejda^[5] asserts that Walter Sejda and Mary Gorczyca were married in Southern US, possible New Orleans, during World War II. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is an indicator that they were not married locally. This is unusual, so we should expect Irene's recollection was pretty accurate.

Evidence of the Name of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda

Her maiden name was Mary Gorczyca and she used the nickname "May". Her maiden name is documented in all documents, including her obituary. Her nickname appears in the obituary and funeral program.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Henry Sejda and Irene Kazmierski Ceremonial Marriage Certificate^[3] asserts that the witnesses to Henry Sejda and Irene Kazmierski's marriage were Clara Kazmierski, Lorraine Sejda, Mary Gorczyca, Walter Sejda, Lillian Wojciechowski and Edmond Kazmierski. A review of this assertion states:
   • This certificate has her name spelled out in handwriting and is convincing evidence of her maiden name.
2. Henry Sejda and Irene Kazmierski Wedding Article^[4] asserts that Mary Gorczyca and Lillian Wojciechowski were bridesmaids in Henry and Irene Sejda's wedding. A review of this assertion states:
   • This article clearly spells her maiden name, refering to her as "Miss" meaning she was not married. This is convincing evidence.
3. Pamphlet entitled Funeral Mass for Mary (May) Gorczyca Sejda^[2] asserts that Mary (May) Gorzyca Sejda was born 31 July 1917 and died 4 April 1992. A review of this assertion states:
   • This funeral program included her maiden and married names. It also uses her nickname. This is convincing evidence.
4. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[1] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda's maiden name was Gorczyca. A review of this assertion states:
   • This obituary included her maiden and married names. It also uses her nickname. This is convincing evidence.
5. 20 Aug 1995 Notes from Discussion with Irene and Barbara Sejda^[5] asserts that Walter Sejda and Mary Gorczyca were married in Southern US, possible New Orleans, during World War II. A review of this assertion states:
   • Irene Sejda, her sister in law, corrected the spelling of the maiden name in this interview, so this is convincing evidence.

Evidence of the Occupation of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda

Mary "May" Sejda was probably a journeywoman at Rand McNally for 33 years.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Pamphlet entitled Funeral Mass for Mary (May) Gorczyca Sejda^[2] asserts that Mary (May) Gorzyca Sejda was a journeywoman at Rand McNally for 33 years. A review of this assertion states:
   • This information was probably provided by a family member who would've known this. This is strong evidence.
2. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[1] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda was a Journeywoman at Rand McNally for 33 years. A review of this assertion states:
   • This information was probably provided by a family member who would've known this. This is strong evidence.

Evidence of the Relationship of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda

Mary "May" Sejda's brother was probably Edwin Gorczyca according to Funeral Program.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Pamphlet entitled Funeral Mass for Mary (May) Gorczyca Sejda^[2] asserts that Mary (May) Gorzyca Sejda brother was Edwin. A review of this assertion states:
   • This was probably provided by someone who knew this and is convincing evidence of a sibling relationship.

Evidence of the Residence of Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda

Mary "May" Sejda resided in Hammond, Lake, Indiana.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[1] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda resided in Hammond, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This information was probably provided by someone who know this, so this is strong evidence.

Sources

1. ↑ ^{1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10} ”Mary ‘May’ Sejda (nee Gorczyca),” undated clipping, April 1992, from unidentified newspaper; Bongiovi Family History Files; privately held 2020 by Robert P. Bongiovi, [address for private use], El Segundo, CA.
2. ↑ ^{2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6} Funeral Mass Program for Mary (May) Gorczyca Sejda, Bongiovi Family History Files; privately held by Robert P. Bongiovi, [address for private use], El Segundo, California, 2016. Original program. Provided to Robert Bongiovi by Barbara Sejda.
3. ↑ ^{3.0 3.1} Ceremonial Marriage Certificate for Henry J. Sejda and Irene R. Kazmierski, 20 June 1942, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Hammond, Indiana; Bongiovi Family History Files; privately held by Robert P. Bongiovi, [address for private use], El Segundo, California, 2016. Original certificate. Provided to Robert P. Bongiovi by Barbara Sejda, daughter of Henry and Irene Sejda.
4. ↑ ^{4.0 4.1} ”Weds in Local Church,” undated clipping, June 1942, from unidentified newspaper; Bongiovi Family History Files, Original Clipping provided by Barbara Sejda, daughter of Henry and Irene Sejda; privately held 2020 by Robert P. Bongiovi, [address for private use], El Segundo, CA. Clipping indicates it is from the Hammond Times.
5. ↑ ^{5.0 5.1} Irene Sejda, Grandmother of Robert P. Bongiovi, [address for private use], Munster, Indiana, interview by Robert P. Bongiovi, 20 August 1995; Notes on genealogy forms, privately held by Robert P. Bongiovi, [address for private use], El Segundo, California, 2020. Author cannot recall if this was in person or over the phone. Notes in possession of Robert P. Bongiovi.