Research Summary of Bernard J. Sejda

Date: 28 Aug 1938 to 1 Dec 2014
Location: [unknown]
Surname/tag: Sejda

Contents 1 Research Summary for Bernard J. Sejda (1938-2014) 1.1 Evidence of the 1940 US Census of Bernard J. Sejda 1.2 Evidence of the Birth of Bernard J. Sejda 1.3 Evidence of the Birth Place of Bernard J. Sejda 1.4 Evidence of the Burial of Bernard J. Sejda 1.5 Evidence that Bernard J. Sejda is the Child of Ann M. (Wisowaty) Sejda 1.6 Evidence that Bernard J. Sejda is the Child of Leon Sejda Jr 1.7 Evidence of the Death of Bernard J. Sejda 1.8 Evidence of the Education of Bernard J. Sejda 1.9 Evidence of the Marriage of Bernard J. Sejda and Sue Ann (Unknown) Sejda 1.10 Evidence of the Military of Bernard J. Sejda 1.11 Evidence of the Name of Bernard J. Sejda 1.12 Evidence of the Residence of Bernard J. Sejda 2 Sources

Research Summary for Bernard J. Sejda (1938-2014)

Evidence of the 1940 US Census of Bernard J. Sejda

Bernard Sejda was enumerated in the 1940 U.S. Census in Hammond, Lake, Indiana with his parents and sister. They were in the household of her Grandmother, Kammila Sejda, which also included three uncles: Henry, Walter, and Stanley.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[1] 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 image and is convincing evidence he appeared in the 1940 U.S. Census.

Evidence of the Birth of Bernard J. Sejda

Bernard Sejda may have been born on 20 Aug 1938. This date appears on his gravestone. The 1940 US Census supports a birth in this timeframe, but a 1960 newspaper article reports him to be one year younger than someone born on this date.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Bernard Sejda's Find A Grave Memorial^[2] asserts that Bernard Sejda was born 20 Aug 1938. A review of this assertion states:
   • The gravestone image in this memorial shows the exact birthdate. It was recorded in 2014, 76 years after the birth, so it may be inaccurate and should be confirmed, but this is strong evidence.
2. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[1] asserts that Bernard Sejda was a 1 year old white male born in Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • The 1940 Census used April as the enumeration date, therefore this would provide evidence of a birth between Apr 1938 and Apr 1939, but errors could be introduced by the enumerator's calculations or reporting. This is supporting evidence.
3. Bernado J. Sejda article in Hammond Times^[3] asserts that Bernado J. Sejda was 20 years old in Feb 1960. A review of this assertion states:
   • This would suggest a birth between Feb 1939 and Feb 1940. It is not clear who provided the information, so this is supporting evidence but must be confirmed with other evidence.

Evidence of the Birth Place of Bernard J. Sejda

Bernard may have been born in Hammond, Lake, Indiana because that is where he was enumerated as a 1-year old in 1940. In addition, the census reports his family lived in the same place in 1935, meaning Hammond, Indiana. So it is likely he was born there.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[1] asserts that Bernard Sejda was a 1 year old white male born in Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is evidence he was born in Indiana. In addition, since this census reports they lived in the same place in 1935, it is safe to assume he was born in Hammond, Lake, Indiana based on this evidence.

Evidence of the Burial of Bernard J. Sejda

Bernard was likely buried in Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville, Lake County, Indiana based on the Find A Grave database.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Bernard Sejda's Find A Grave Memorial^[2] asserts that Bernard and Sue Ann Sejda are buried at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville, Lake County, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This memorial has an image of the gravestone, so while there could be errors in the database, this is strong evidence he was buried here.

Evidence that Bernard J. Sejda is the Child of Ann M. (Wisowaty) Sejda

Bernard Sejda is probably the son of Ann Wisowaty, based on the 1940 US Census.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[1] asserts that Lorraine and Bernard Sejda were Kammila Sejda's grandchildren. A review of this assertion states:
   • Since she was grouped with her husband, listed as the only daughter-in-law, it is likely that Bernard is her son. This is supporting evidence.

Evidence that Bernard J. Sejda is the Child of Leon Sejda Jr

Bernard Sejda's father was probably Leon Sejda Jr.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[1] asserts that Lorraine and Bernard Sejda were Kammila Sejda's grandchildren. A review of this assertion states:
   • Since Bernard was listed as a grandchild in this census, and since his mother was listed as daughter-in-law, this is supporting evidence that Bernard is the child of Leon Sejda and Ann.
2. Bernado J. Sejda article in Hammond Times^[3] asserts that Bernado J. Sejda was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Leon J. Sejda. A review of this assertion states:
   • This article directly states who Bernard's parents were and is convincing evidence.

Evidence of the Death of Bernard J. Sejda

Bernard Sejda probably died on December 1, 2014 according to his gravestone.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Bernard Sejda's Find A Grave Memorial^[2] asserts that Bernard Sejda died 1 Dec 2014. A review of this assertion states:
   • The Find A Grave memorial includes a photograph, which clearly indicates the date of death. Since this was probably placed near the date of death, this is convincing evidence of the death date.

Evidence of the Education of Bernard J. Sejda

Bernard Sejda probably graduated from Griffith High School, Griffith, Lake County, Indiana in 1956

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Bernado J. Sejda article in Hammond Times^[3] asserts that Bernado J. Sejda was a 1956 Griffith High School graduate. A review of this assertion states:
   • This article claims he was a high school graduate. While the source is not given, there is no reason to think it is not true. This is strong evidence.

Evidence of the Marriage of Bernard J. Sejda and Sue Ann (Unknown) Sejda

Bernard Sejda was probably married to Sue Ann since they were buried together and a 1960 article about Bernard mentions her.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Bernard Sejda's Find A Grave Memorial^[2] asserts that Bernard and Sue Ann Sejda are buried at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville, Lake County, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • This Find A Grave entry has a photo of the gravestone which clearly indicates that Bernard and Sue Ann were married because he was called husband and she was called wife on the stone.. This is strong evidence.
2. Bernado J. Sejda article in Hammond Times^[3] asserts that Bernard J. Sejda was married to Sue, who resided with him in Germany. A review of this assertion states:
   • This article indicates they were married and is support evidence.

Evidence of the Military of Bernard J. Sejda

Bernard Sejda enlisted in the Army in October 1958 and in 1960 was assigned to the Fourth Armored Division in Germany.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. Bernado J. Sejda article in Hammond Times^[3] asserts that Bernado J. Sejda was a Specialist Four in the Fourth Armored Division of the U.S. Army in Germany. A review of this assertion states:
   • This article was about his promotion, so this is probably true.
2. Bernado J. Sejda article in Hammond Times^[3] asserts that Bernado J. Sejda entered the Army in October 1958. A review of this assertion states:
   • This article was about his promotion, so this is probably true.

Evidence of the Name of Bernard J. Sejda

His name was Bernard J. Sejda. In a 1960 article, he was called Bernardo instead of Bernard.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[1] 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:
   • The informant in this census probably knew his name so this is convincing evidence he went by the name Bernard.
2. Bernado J. Sejda article in Hammond Times^[3] asserts that Bernado J. Sejda was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Leon J. Sejda. A review of this assertion states:
   • This article uses "Bernardo" as his first name and also gives a middle initial of "J". This is supporting evidence.
3. Bernard Sejda's Find A Grave Memorial^[2] asserts that Bernard and Sue Ann Sejda are buried at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville, Lake County, Indiana. A review of this assertion states:
   • The gravestone photo uses the name Bernard, so this indicates that is the name he used.

Evidence of the Residence of Bernard J. Sejda

Bernard Sejda lived in Hammond when he was 1 year old and was reported to be in Germany in 1960.

The related references are enumerated below.

1. 1940 US Census for Kammila Sejda and Family^[1] 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 indicates that Bernard probably spent his early childhood in Hammond, Indiana.
2. Bernado J. Sejda article in Hammond Times^[3] asserts that Bernado J. Sejda arrived in Germany in May 1959. A review of this assertion states:
   • This is evidence that that he lived in Germany at this time.

Sources

1. ↑ ^{1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6} 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.
2. ↑ ^{2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4} Find a Grave database and images. Find a Grave. (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/208975831/bernard-sejda: accessed 16 Jan 2021), memorial page for Bernard Sejda (20 Aug 1938–1 Dec 2014), Find a Grave Memorial no. 208975831; citing Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville, Lake County, Indiana, USA ; Maintained by Leslie (contributor 48388393).
3. ↑ ^{3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7} ”In The Service: Now Hear This,” Hammond Times (Hammond, Indiana), 21 February 1960, Bernardo J. Sejda; online images, Ancestry.com (https://www.ancestry.com/ : downloaded 16 December 2020), Hammond Times (Hammond, Indiana); Database created from microfilm copies of the newspaper.