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Contents 1 Research Summary for Walter L. Sejda (1916-1961) 1.1 Evidence of the 1920 US Census of Walter L. Sejda 1.2 Evidence of the 1930 US Census of Walter L. Sejda 1.3 Evidence of the 1940 US Census of Walter L. Sejda 1.4 Evidence of the Birth of Walter L. Sejda 1.5 Evidence of the Birth Place of Walter L. Sejda 1.6 Evidence of the Burial of Walter L. Sejda 1.7 Evidence that Walter L. Sejda is the Child of Kammila (Murawski) Sejda (1877-1960) 1.8 Evidence that Walter L. Sejda is the Child of Leon Sejda (1870-1935) 1.9 Evidence of the Death of Walter L. Sejda 1.10 Evidence of the Education of Walter L. Sejda 1.11 Evidence of the Marriage Witness of Walter L. Sejda 1.12 Evidence of the Marriage of Walter L. Sejda and Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda (1917-1992) 1.13 Evidence of the Military of Walter L. Sejda 1.14 Evidence of the Name of Walter L. Sejda 1.15 Evidence of the Occupation of Walter L. Sejda 1.16 Evidence of the Relationship of Walter L. Sejda 1.17 Evidence of the Residence of Walter L. Sejda 2 Sources

Research Summary for Walter L. Sejda (1916-1961)

Evidence of the 1920 US Census of Walter L. Sejda

Walter Sejda appeared in the 1920 U.S. Census with his parents and siblings.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. 1920 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[1] asserts that Levon Sijda, Kammila Sijda, Leon Sijda, Henry Sijda, Walter Sijda, Stanley Sijda, Tony Sijda, Walter Bukowski, Walter Vanchowski and Adolph Shuperski appeared together in the 1920 US Census at 511 Fields Ave, Hammond, Lake Co, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This was a clear copy and, while the spelling of the last name was a little off, the family group is clear.

Evidence of the 1930 US Census of Walter L. Sejda

Walter Sejda appeared in the 1930 US Census with his parents and brothers in Hammond, Lake Co, IL.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. 1930 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[2] asserts that Leon Sejda, Kammila Sejda, Leo Sejda, Henry Sejda, Walter Sejda and Stanley Sejda appeared together in the 1930 U.S. Census at 511 Fields Ave, Hammond, Lake Co, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is a clear copy and is conclusive proof that Walter Sejda appeared in this census.

Evidence of the 1940 US Census of Walter L. Sejda

Walter Sejda appeared in the 1940 US Census in Hammond, Lake Co, Indiana with his mother, brothers, sister-in-law, nephew and niece.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[3] asserts that Kammila, Henry, Walter, Stanley, Leo, Ann, Lorraine and Bernard Sejda appeard in the 1940 US Census at 6944 Columbia, Hammond, Lake Co, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is a clear copy and is conclusive proof that Walter Sejda appeared in this census.

Evidence of the Birth of Walter L. Sejda

Walter Sejda was born on 11 Jan 1916 in Hammond, Lake, Indiana at 511 Fields Ave. (at home).

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Władysław Boleslaw Sejda Birth Certificate^[4] asserts that Wladyslaw Boleslaw Sejda was born 11 Jan 1916 at 511 Fields Ave, E. Hammond, North Township, Lake County, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is the official record of birth and clearly states the date and location of his birth. The parents are clearly his parents, so there is little room for doubt that this is him even though it didn't use the given name Walter. Conclusive evidence.
2. 1920 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[1] asserts that Walter Sijda was a 4 2/12 year old white male born in Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This indicates a birth in October 1915, which is a little off. It would seem, since his birth certificate says 11 Jan 1916 and the census date in 1920 was 1 January, it would be correct, but this does not outweigh the evidence provided by the birth certificate.
3. 1930 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[2] asserts that Walter Sejda was a 14 year old single white male born in Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This implies a birthdate between April 1915 and April 1916, which provides supporting evidence to the birth record.
4. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[3] asserts that Walter Sejda was a 24 year old white single make who had an 8th grade education. A review of this assertion states:
   • This implies a birthdate between April 1915 and April 1916, which provides supporting evidence to the birth record.

Evidence of the Birth Place of Walter L. Sejda

Walter Sejda was born at home at 511 Fields St, Hammond, Lake, Indiana. This is documented on his birth certificate.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Władysław Boleslaw Sejda Birth Certificate^[4] asserts that Wladyslaw Boleslaw Sejda was born 11 Jan 1916 at 511 Fields Ave, E. Hammond, North Township, Lake County, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is the official record of birth and clearly states the date and location of his birth. The parents are clearly his parents, so there is little room for doubt that this is him even though it didn't use the given name Walter. Also, the address given is his home for the next 20 years. Conclusive evidence.
2. 1920 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[1] asserts that Walter Sijda was a 4 2/12 year old white male born in Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is supporting evidence he was born in Indiana.
3. 1930 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[2] asserts that Walter Sejda was a 14 year old single white male born in Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is supporting evidence he was born in Indiana.
4. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[3] asserts that Walter Sejda was born in Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
5. This is supporting evidence he was born in Indiana.

Evidence of the Burial of Walter L. Sejda

Walter was probably buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Calumet City, Cook, Illinois.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[5] 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:
   • While it does not give a date, this is evidence he was buried here.

Evidence that Walter L. Sejda is the Child of Kammila (Murawski) Sejda (1877-1960)

Kammila Murawski was Walter Sejda's mother. She is identified as Walter's mother on his birth certificate. This is collaborated by the 1920, 1930, and 1940 U.S. Census, and Kammila's obituaries.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Władysław Boleslaw Sejda Birth Certificate^[4] asserts that Wladyslaw Boleslaw Sejda father was Leon Sejda and his mother was Kamila Morawska. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is a clear image of the original record of birth and is convincing evidence of this relationship.
2. 1920 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[1] asserts that Leon Sijda, Henry Sijda, Walter Sijda and Stanley Sijda were Levon Sijda's, and presumably Kammila Sijda's sons. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is a clear image and the informant was probably one of the parents so this is strong evidence that Walter Sejda was Leon and Kammila's son.
3. 1930 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[2] asserts that Leo Sejda, Henry Sejda, Walter Sejda and Stanley Sejda were Leon and Kammila Sejda's sons. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is a clear image and the informant was probably one of the parents so this is strong evidence that Walter Sejda was Leon and Kammila's son.
4. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[3] asserts that Henry Sejda, Walter Sejda, Stanley Sejda and Leo Sejda were Kammila Sejda's sons. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is a clear image and the informant was probably one of the parents so this is strong evidence that Walter Sejda was Kammila's son.
5. Kamila Sejda Obituary version 1^[6] asserts that Kamila Sejda was survived by five sons: Vincent of Poland, Leo of Highland, Henry of Munster, Walter of Hammond and Stanley of Gary. A review of this assertion states:
   • The informant on the obituary likely knew this fact so this is strong evidence.
6. Kammila Sejda Obituary version 2^[7] asserts that Kammila Sejda was survived by 5 sons: Vincent in Poland, Leo of Highland, IN, Henry of Munster, IN, Walter of Hammond, IN and Stanley of Gary, IN. A review of this assertion states:
   • The informant on the obituary likely knew this fact so this is strong evidence.
7. Kammila Sejda Obituary version 3^[8] asserts that Kammila Sejda was survived by 5 sons: Vincent of Poland, Leo of Highland, Henry of Munster, Walter of Hammond, and Stanley of Gary. A review of this assertion states:
   • The informant on the obituary likely knew this fact so this is strong evidence.
8. Henry Sejda Obituary^[9] asserts that Henry Sejda's brothers were Leo Sejda of Gary, IN; Stanley of Lowell, IN and Walter Sejda who was deceased at time of Henry's death. A review of this assertion states:
   • Since Henry's brother was Walter and Henry's mother was Kammila, this supports the fact that she was also Walter's mother.

Evidence that Walter L. Sejda is the Child of Leon Sejda (1870-1935)

Leon Sejda was certainly Walter Sejda's father. The most convincing evidence is Walter's birth record, but the record of the 1920 and 1930 US Census, Leon's obituary, and Henry Sejda's weddding announcement and obituary all support the relationship. No evidence was found to dispute this fact.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Władysław Boleslaw Sejda Birth CertificateLeon Sejda (1870-1935) asserts that Wladyslaw Boleslaw Sejda father was Leon Sejda and his mother was Kamila Morawska. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is the original record of Walter's birth and is a clear image, so this is convincing evidence that Leon is Walter's father.
2. 1920 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[1] asserts that Leon Sijda, Henry Sijda, Walter Sijda and Stanley Sijda were Levon Sijda's, and presumably Kammila Sijda's sons. A review of this assertion states:
   • The informant was probably Kammila or Leon, so this is convincing evidence that Walter was Leon's son.
3. 1930 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[2] asserts that Leo Sejda, Henry Sejda, Walter Sejda and Stanley Sejda were Leon and Kammila Sejda's sons. A review of this assertion states:
   • The informant was probably Kammila or Leon, so this is convincing evidence that Walter was Leon's son.
4. Leon Sejda's Obituary^[10] asserts that Leon Sejda is survived by his wife, Kamilla, and five sons, Leon, Jr, Henry, Walter, Stanley and Vincent, the latter in Europe. A review of this assertion states:
   • The informant was probably a family member, so this is convincing evidence that Walter was Leon's son.
5. Henry Sejda and Irene Kazmierski Wedding Article^[11] asserts that Walter Sejda, Henry Sejda's brother, was the Best Man. A review of this assertion states:
   • Since Walter is identified as Henry's brother and Henry's father is identified at Leon Sejda, this is supporting evidence that Walter's father is Leon Sejda.
6. Henry Sejda Obituary^[9] asserts that Henry Sejda's brothers were Leo Sejda of Gary, IN; Stanley of Lowell, IN and Walter Sejda who was deceased at time of Henry's death. A review of this assertion states:
   • Since Walter is identified as Henry's brother and Henry's father is identified at Leon Sejda, this is supporting evidence that Walter's father is Leon Sejda.

Evidence of the Death of Walter L. Sejda

Walter probably died on 11 Oct 1961. This data was provided in his wife's 1992 obituary, which was 31 years after the event, so it could be in error, but is likely correct.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[5] asserts that Walter L Sejda died on 11 Oct 1961. A review of this assertion states:
   • This article was written in 1992, 31 years after his death. This should be validated by additional information if possible.

Evidence of the Education of Walter L. Sejda

Walter Sejda was reported to have an 8th grade education when he was 24 years old.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[3] asserts that Walter Sejda was a 24 year old white single make who had an 8th grade education. A review of this assertion states:
   • By this time, Walter would've been done with grade and high school so this implies he may not have completed high school.

Evidence of the Marriage Witness of Walter L. Sejda

Walter was the best man in Henry Joseph Sejda's (1913-1980) and Irene Regina (Kazmierski) Sejda's (1915-1998) wedding in 1943.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Henry Sejda and Irene Kazmierski Ceremonial Marriage Certificate^[12] 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 Walter was part of the wedding party.
2. Henry Sejda and Irene Kazmierski Wedding Article^[11] asserts that Walter Sejda, Henry Sejda's brother, was the Best Man. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is convincing evidence since the article was written just after the wedding.

Evidence of the Marriage of Walter L. Sejda and Mary (Gorczyca) Sejda (1917-1992)

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^[5] 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^[13] 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^[14] 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 Military of Walter L. Sejda

Walter Sejda probably served in the Army in World War II.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. 1943 Hammond directory for Sejda^[15] asserts that Walter Sejda was in the US Army. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is evidence he was in the Army in World War II.

Evidence of the Name of Walter L. Sejda

On his birth certificate, he was named Wladyslaw Boleslaw Sejda. However, throughout his life, he used Walter Sejda, Wladyslaw was never seen again. His wife's obituary states his middle initial was L. Therefore, his name should be Walter, with Wladyslaw Boleslaw noted in the record.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Władysław Boleslaw Sejda Birth Certificate^[4] asserts that Wladyslaw Boleslaw Sejda was born 11 Jan 1916 at 511 Fields Ave, E. Hammond, North Township, Lake County, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is his official record of birth and is the only place where this name is used. I am going to put it in the other names. It is unusual because the rest of his siblings had american names (Leon, which was the same in Polish, Henry and Stanley, although Stanley's birth record has not been found, so could be Stanislaw). This is convincing evidence of his Polish name at birth.
2. 1920 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[1] asserts that Levon Sijda, Kammila Sijda, Leon Sijda, Henry Sijda, Walter Sijda, Stanley Sijda, Tony Sijda, Walter Bukowski, Walter Vanchowski and Adolph Shuperski appeared together in the 1920 US Census at 511 Fields Ave, Hammond, Lake Co, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • When he was four years old, in the 1920 US Census, it is clear he was known as Walter.
3. 1930 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[2] asserts that Leon Sejda, Kammila Sejda, Leo Sejda, Henry Sejda, Walter Sejda and Stanley Sejda appeared together in the 1930 U.S. Census at 511 Fields Ave, Hammond, Lake Co, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • Evidence he used the name Walter Sejda.
4. Leon Sejda in 1935 Hammond City Directory^[16] asserts that Walter Sejda was a Candymaker. A review of this assertion states:
   • Evidence he used the name Walter Sejda.
5. Leon Sejda's Obituary^[10] asserts that Leon Sejda is survived by his wife, Kamilla, and five sons, Leon, Jr, Henry, Walter, Stanley and Vincent, the latter in Europe. A review of this assertion states:
   • Evidence he used the name Walter Sejda.
6. 1937 Hammond Indiana City Directory^[17] asserts that Walter Sejda was a laborer in 1937. A review of this assertion states:
   • Evidence he used the name Walter Sejda.
7. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[3] asserts that Kammila, Henry, Walter, Stanley, Leo, Ann, Lorraine and Bernard Sejda appeard in the 1940 US Census at 6944 Columbia, Hammond, Lake Co, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • Evidence he used the name Walter Sejda.
8. 1943 Hammond directory for Sejda^[15] asserts that Walter Sejda was in the US Army. A review of this assertion states:
   • Evidence he used the name Walter Sejda.
9. Henry Sejda and Irene Kazmierski Wedding Article^[11] asserts that Walter Sejda, Henry Sejda's brother, was the Best Man. A review of this assertion states:
   • Evidence he used the name Walter Sejda.
10. Henry Sejda and Irene Kazmierski Ceremonial Marriage Certificate^[12] 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:
    • Evidence he used the name Walter Sejda.
11. Kamila Sejda Obituary version 1^[6] asserts that Kamila Sejda was survived by five sons: Vincent of Poland, Leo of Highland, Henry of Munster, Walter of Hammond and Stanley of Gary. A review of this assertion states:
    • Evidence he used the name Walter Sejda.
12. Kammila Sejda Obituary version 2^[7] asserts that Kammila Sejda was survived by 5 sons: Vincent in Poland, Leo of Highland, IN, Henry of Munster, IN, Walter of Hammond, IN and Stanley of Gary, IN. A review of this assertion states:
    • Evidence he used the name Walter Sejda.
13. Kammila Sejda Obituary version 3^[8] asserts that Kammila Sejda was survived by 5 sons: Vincent of Poland, Leo of Highland, Henry of Munster, Walter of Hammond, and Stanley of Gary. A review of this assertion states:
    • Evidence he used the name Walter Sejda.
14. Pamphlet entitled Funeral Mass for Mary (May) Gorczyca Sejda^[13] asserts that Mary (May) Gorzyca Sejda was married to Walter Sejda for 18 years. A review of this assertion states:
    • Evidence he used the name Walter Sejda.
15. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[5] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda married Walter L. Sejda on 18 Aug 1943. A review of this assertion states:
    • Evidence he used the name Walter Sejda. Interestingly, it introduces the middle initial "L". This is the only place thus far this is found. There is no clear American derivative of Boleslaw, his middle name on his birth certificate, so this may just be what they used.

Evidence of the Occupation of Walter L. Sejda

In 1935, Walter Sejda was working as a Candymaker. He was employed as a laborer in 1937 and by 1940 was listed as a hooker in a steel car company. This was probably the Pullman Standard Car Company which was located very near his home. This is documented in Hammond City Directories and in the 1940 U.S. Census.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Leon Sejda in 1935 Hammond City Directory^[16] asserts that Walter Sejda was a Candymaker. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is evidence that he worked at the candy factory, perhaps the same one his brother Leon worked at.
2. 1937 Hammond Indiana City Directory^[17] asserts that Walter Sejda was a laborer in 1937. A review of this assertion states:
   • This doesn't specify an industry but is evidence he was working.
3. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[3] asserts that Walter Sejda was a hooker at a steel car company. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is probably the Pullman Standard Car Company which was right next door (which was previously the Standard Steel Car Company).

Evidence of the Relationship of Walter L. Sejda

Walter's brothers were Leo, Henry and Stanley Sejda according to his wife's obituary.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[5] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda was survived by sister in law Irene (late Henry) Sejda of Munster, IN. A review of this assertion states:
   • This supports the fact that Henry Sejda, Irene's husband, was the brother of Mary May's husband, Walter Sejda. It does not prove any parenthood however.
2. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[5] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda was survived by sister in law Josephine (late Stanley Sejda) Rouhseling of Lowell, IN. A review of this assertion states:
   • This supports the fact that Stanley Sejda, Josephine's husband, was the brother of Mary May's husband, Walter Sejda. It does not prove any parenthood however.
3. Mary May Sejda (Gorczyca) Obituary^[5] asserts that Mary "May" Sejda was survived by sister in law Ann (late Leo) Sejda of Griffith. A review of this assertion states:
   • This supports the fact that Leo Sejda, Ann's husband, was the brother of Mary May's husband, Walter Sejda. It does not prove any parenthood however.

Evidence of the Residence of Walter L. Sejda

Walter Sejda was born at home at 511 Fields St, Hammond, Lake, Indiana and lived there until at least 1937. In about 1931, the address for this house changed to 1027 Fields St. Sometime between 1937 and 1940, Walter, along with his mother and siblings, moved to 6944 Columbia Ave, Hammond, Indiana, where he lived until at least 1943. His mother's 1960 obituary reports he still lived in Hammond.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Władysław Boleslaw Sejda Birth Certificate^[4] asserts that Wladyslaw Boleslaw Sejda was born 11 Jan 1916 at 511 Fields Ave, E. Hammond, North Township, Lake County, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • The address he was born at is the home he lived in for 20 years, so this is convincing evidence he lived there from birth.
2. 1920 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[1] asserts that Levon Sijda, Kammila Sijda, Leon Sijda, Henry Sijda, Walter Sijda, Stanley Sijda, Tony Sijda, Walter Bukowski, Walter Vanchowski and Adolph Shuperski appeared together in the 1920 US Census at 511 Fields Ave, Hammond, Lake Co, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • The census is clear and the houses were done in order so this is strong evidence of this residence in 1920.
3. Leon and Kamila Sejda in 1926 Hammond City Directory^[18] asserts that Leon Sejda was the householder at 511 Fields Ave, Hammond, IN in 1926. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is a clear image and is strong evidence he lived here in 1926.
4. Leon Sejda in 1928 Hammond City Directory^[19] asserts that Leon Sejda was the householder at 511 Fields Ave, Hammond, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is a clear image and is strong evidence he lived here in 1928.
5. 1930 US Census for Leon Sejda and Family^[2] asserts that Leon Sejda, Kammila Sejda, Leo Sejda, Henry Sejda, Walter Sejda and Stanley Sejda appeared together in the 1930 U.S. Census at 511 Fields Ave, Hammond, Lake Co, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • The census is clear and the houses were done in order so this is strong evidence of this residence in 1930.
6. Leon Sejda in 1931 Hammond City Directory^[20] asserts that The old street number for 1027 Fields, Hammond, Indiana was 511 Fields, Hammond, In. A review of this assertion states:
   • While he continued to live in the same house, the address changed from 511 Fields St to 1027 Field St in about 1931.
7. Leon Sejda in 1935 Hammond City Directory^[16] asserts that Walter Sejda resided at 1027 Fields. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is a clear image and is strong evidence he lived here in 1935.
8. 1937 Hammond Indiana City Directory^[17] asserts that Walter Sejda was a resident at 1027 Fields, Hammond, Lake, Indiana in 1937. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is a clear image and is strong evidence he lived here in 1935.
9. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[3] asserts that Kammila, Henry, Walter, Stanley, Leo, Ann, Lorraine and Bernard Sejda appeard in the 1940 US Census at 6944 Columbia, Hammond, Lake Co, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is strong evidence that by 1940, he had moved along with his siblings and mother, to another address.
10. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[3] asserts that Kammila, Henry, Walter, Stanley, Leo, Ann and Lorraine Sejda lived in Hammond, IN in 1935 but not in the same house. A review of this assertion states:
    • Since this says "Same Place" and not "Same House" this means they lived at a different address in 1935. This is supporting evidence that they lived at the 1027 Fields address in 1935.
11. 1943 Hammond directory for Sejda^[15] asserts that Walter Sejda resided at 6944 Columbua Ave, Hammond, IN. A review of this assertion states:
    • This is a clear image and is strong evidence he lived here in 1943.
12. Kamila Sejda Obituary version 1^[6] asserts that Kamila Sejda was survived by five sons: Vincent of Poland, Leo of Highland, Henry of Munster, Walter of Hammond and Stanley of Gary. A review of this assertion states:
    • While it doesn't give an address, this is evidence he remained in Hammond in 1960.
13. Kammila Sejda Obituary version 2^[7] asserts that Kammila Sejda was survived by 5 sons: Vincent in Poland, Leo of Highland, IN, Henry of Munster, IN, Walter of Hammond, IN and Stanley of Gary, IN. A review of this assertion states:
    • While it doesn't give an address, this is evidence he remained in Hammond in 1960.
14. Kammila Sejda Obituary version 3^[8] asserts that Kammila Sejda was survived by 5 sons: Vincent of Poland, Leo of Highland, Henry of Munster, Walter of Hammond, and Stanley of Gary. A review of this assertion states:
    • While it doesn't give an address, this is evidence he remained in Hammond in 1960.

Sources

1. ↑ ^{1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6} 1920 United States Census, Lake County, Indiana, population schedule, Hammond Ward 6, enumeration district (ED) 70, sheet 20A, dwelling 315, household 349, Levon Sijda and family; database with images, FamilySearch (https://www.familysearch.org : downloaded 15 September 2020); NARA microfilm publication T625 (Washington D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, 1992), roll 445; FHL microfilm 1,820,445.
2. ↑ ^{2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6} 1930 United States Census, Lake County, Indiana, population schedule, Hammond Ward 6, enumeration district (ED) 45-145, Sheet 7B, dwelling 119, family 133, Leon Sejda and Family; database with images, FamilySearch (https://www.familysearch.org : Downloaded 15 September 2020); NARA microfilm publication T626 (Washington D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, 2002), roll 602; FHL microfilm 2,340,337.
3. ↑ ^{3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8} 1940 United States Census, Lake County, Indiana, population schedule, ward 6, north township, enumeration district (ED) 45-116, Sheet 16B, household 333, Kammila Sejda and family; database with images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org : downloaded 15 September 2020); Sixteenth Census of the United States, 1940, NARA digital publication T627. Records of the Bureau of the Census, 1790 - 2007, RG 29. Washington, D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, 2012, roll 1068.
4. ↑ ^{4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4} Lake County, Indiana, births, Roll 11, Certificate 26731, Władysław Boleslaw Sejda, 11 January 1916; digital images, Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., Ancestry.com (https://www.ancestry.com/ : downloaded 16 December 2020); Indiana State Board of Health. Birth Certificates, 1907-1940. Microfilm. Indiana Archives and Records Administration, Indianapolis, Indiana.
5. ↑ ^{5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6} ”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.
6. ↑ ^{6.0 6.1 6.2} ”Mrs. Kamila Sejda,” undated clipping, 1 July 1960, from unidentified newspaper; Bongiovi Family History Files, Original clipping provided to Robert Bongiovi from files of Irene Sejda by Barbara Sejda; privately held 2020 by Robert P. Bongiovi, [address for private use], El Segundo, CA.
7. ↑ ^{7.0 7.1 7.2} ”Sejda,” undated clipping, July 1960, from unidentified newspaper; Bongiovi Family History Files, Original clipping provided to Robert Bongiovi by Barbara Sejda; privately held 2020 by Robert P. Bongiovi, [address for private use], El Segundo, CA.
8. ↑ ^{8.0 8.1 8.2} ”Sejda Services,” undated clipping, July 1960, from unidentified newspaper; Bongiovi Family History Files, Original clipping provided to Robert Bongiovi from Barbara Sejda; privately held 2020 by Robert P. Bongiovi, [address for private use], El Segundo, CA.
9. ↑ ^{9.0 9.1} ”Henry J. Sejda,” undated clipping, 13 January 1980 or 14 January 1980, from unidentified newspaper; Bongiovi Family History Files, Original newspaper clipping provided by Barbara Sejda, daughter of Henry Sejda; privately held 2020 by Robert P. Bongiovi, [address for private use], El Segundo, CA.
10. ↑ ^{10.0 10.1} ”Leon Sejda Dies of Heart Attack,” Hammond Times (Hammond, Indiana), 14 October 1935; online images, Ancestry.com (https://www.ancestry.com/ : downloaded 27 December 2020), Hammond Times (Hammond, Indiana); Database created from microfilm copies of the newspaper.
11. ↑ ^{11.0 11.1 11.2} ”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.
12. ↑ ^{12.0 12.1} 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.
13. ↑ ^{13.0 13.1} 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.
14. ↑ 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.
15. ↑ ^{15.0 15.1 15.2} ”U.S., City Directories, 1822-1995,” Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., Ancestry.com (http://www.ancestry.com : downloaded 21 December 2020), image, “Entries for Henry Sejda, Kamila Sejda, Leo J Sejda, Stanley Sejda, and Walter Sejda,” p. 398; Hammond, Indiana, City Directory, 1943.
16. ↑ ^{16.0 16.1 16.2} ”U.S., City Directories, 1822-1995,” Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., Ancestry.com (http://www.ancestry.com : downloaded 12 December 2020), images, “Entry for Leon Sejda,” p. 330, 422; Polk’s Hammond (Lake County, Ind.) City Directory 1935.
17. ↑ ^{17.0 17.1 17.2} ”U.S., City Directories, 1822-1995,” Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., Ancestry.com (http://www.ancestry.com : downloaded 10 December 2020), images, “Polk’s Hammond (Lake County, Ind.) City Directory, 1937,” p. 317; Polk’s Hammond (Lake County, Ind.) City Directory: 1937 (Chicago, Ill.: R. L. Polk & Co., 1937).
18. ↑ ”U.S., City Directories, 1822-1995,” Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., Ancestry.com (http://www.ancestry.com : downloaded 12 December 2020), image, “Entry for Leon Sejda,” p. 391; Polk’s Hammond (Indiana), Calumet City and Burnham (Illinois) City Directory 1926.
19. ↑ ”U.S., City Directories, 1822-1995,” Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., Ancestry.com (http://www.ancestry.com : downloaded 12 December 2020), image, “Entry for Leon Sejda,” p. 417; Polk’s Hammond (Indiana), Calumet City and Burnham (Illinois) City Directory 1928.
20. ↑ ”U.S., City Directories, 1822-1995,” Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., Ancestry.com (http://www.ancestry.com : downloaded 12 December 2020), image, “entry for Leon Sejda,” p. 381; Polk’s Hammond (Indiana) City Directory 1931.