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Brestovansky

majusko1970 — 2011-08-10 19:22:23Z

my email is majusko1970@gmail.com

Re: Brest

majusko1970 — 2011-08-10 19:14:38Z

Hi snyjo
I m Marian Brestovansky.I m from Slovakia.Our surname BRESTOVANSKY is originally from
Slovak and Czech republic.This surname is very popular in western part Slovakia.Before 1918 Slovaks lived in monarchy.This monarchy was called AUSTRIAN-HUNGARY MONARCHY.
My family is from western part Slovakia.
I was born in the city Trnava.My father is from near the village MODRANKA his first name is Marian too.My grandmather gave me long time ago old prayer book.In this prayer book is adress with name JOE BRESTOVANSKY,1008 E 66 PL,CLEVELAND,OHIO
I think that this man was my ancestor´s family..If someone have some information about this man please contact me .My email address is majusko1970@gmail.com.
Thank you
Marian Brestovansky

Vincent J. Brest

t6orsha — 2011-03-06 13:04:43Z

looking for a Vincent J. Brest... anyone know of him?
Who his parents were? Possibly in Ohio. Possibly born in the 1920's. Wife's name was rose "Rosie" M. Brest (don't know maiden name. Had children Dorothy Jane "Dottie", Mary, Dolores,and David.

BREST Howard 1922-2010 b. New Castle, Pa.

Lace_Lynch — 2010-11-10 17:36:08Z

Mr. Howard Brest, a retired engineer for Rockwell International, passed away November 8, 2010, at Licking Memorial Hospital, Newark, Ohio.

He was born March 12, 1922, in New Castle, PA,(Lawrence County) to the late David Albert and Anne (Hempel) Brest.

Mr. Brest was a graduate of New Castle High School and Youngstown College.
He was an Eagle Scout and Troop Scoutmaster.

He served in the European and Pacific Theatre with the 3rd Army, 632nd Engineers, Battle of the Bulge, and received 5 Battle Stars. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, where he was an elder, deacon, former Sunday School Teacher and Sunday School Superintendent,

He was a Senior Chief Project Engineer for Rockwell International. During his employment he spent a year working in Torino, Italy. He was a member of Rockwell retirees. He enjoyed gardening, hunting, cooking and reading.
He is survived by his wife, Ella (Ringer) Brest, whom he married on September 8, 1948; children, David P. Brest of St. Louisville, Ohio, Christine (Keith) Rainey of Granville, Ohio, Howard (Diana) Brest of Newark, Ohio and Kevin (Marilyn) Brest of Hanover, Ohio; sister, Kathryn Myler of Akron, Ohio; grandchildren, Megan (Mike) Roach of Blacklick, Shanna (Jeremiah) Jones of Newark, Sean Rainey of Granville, Tyler Brest, Alex Brest, Todd Bennett; and two great-grandchildren, Kiley and Madisin Jones.

Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at Brucker and Kishler Funeral Home, 985 N. 21st St. Newark, Ohio.
A funeral service for Howard W. Brest, 88, of Newark, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday at First Presbyterian Church, 65 N. 3rd St., with Rev. John C. Minihan officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newark, Ohio where military honors will be conducted by the Licking County,Ohio Veterans Alliance.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, 65 N. 3rd St., Newark, Ohio 43055.

To sign an online guest book, please visit www.brucker-kishler funeralhome.com and click obituaries/view full details/add memorial guest book entry.

Published in The Advocate on November 10, 2010 Share

Re: William Brest married to Lydia Freed

FredricksonSr — 2010-07-25 21:34:23Z

You sent a post that Lidia's father was Abraham Freed,(b1812) son of Peter Freed (b1792) son of Paul Freed (b1755) and Mary? son of Jacob (b1732) & Elizabeth Haffeltracker.
We are descended from your Paul Haffeltracker Fried (b 1756) but we only have records for 3 children, John (b1773)Jacob(b1777)and Mary (b1780). Paul sold his property in Shenandoah Virginia and went to Fayette PA in 1797 supposedly after his wife died. Do you have documents that he was also the father of Peter (b1792)? It's possible but we don't have any records of that.

Re: Brest

dawnmpinghera — 2010-06-28 01:47:55Z

I am the GGG Granddaughter of William Harrison Brest, brother of Lewis Francis Brest. I am looking for any information on William and any family photos that can be shared. I am located in Newark, Delaware. My Grandmother lives in Franklin, PA. Thank you.
Dawn Pinghera
please feel free to email me at dawnmpinghera@aol.com

Blanch Brest

ks1879 — 2010-06-18 22:38:22Z

Hello, looking for any information on Blanch, born 1899, in Cook County, Illinois, to Christ and Anna Brest,nee Kasper.Blanch died at the age of 23, in 1923.Trying to find out more about a son she gave up for adoption in 1917. Also looking for info on Chists' and Anna's parents.Various years of birth on Christ, range from 1867-1871. Also born in Cook County, Illinois. Anna born July 8,1872, in Pilsen, Bohemia.

Re: John Brest

lynneve75 — 2009-03-28 07:21:03Z

Hello if you are still out there and researching.
I have just commensed researching my Brest(Brecht)family. My interest is Michael born 1828 Baden, Germany. He married 1854Katherina Maier of Baden Germany bn 1828.
I live in Australia.
Lynneve

Re: Brest

snyjo — 2009-02-26 00:46:08Z

Greetings,
I'm Joseph M. Brest. I am interested in finding out more about our surname "Brestovansky." I have an ID badge from my father's father "C.M. Brestovansky." I know that our original surname was Brestovansky and my uncle Paul changed it to "Brest" approximately seventy years ago.

We've seen where the Brest family is from PA and I have visited there when I was a teenager. All I know is that they were cousins of mine.

I would like to know actually what country our ancestors are from. I believe it's Hungary, however, we have no documentation that verifies this.

I do know that some of the grandchildren have reinstated the original surname "Brestovansky" back as their own.

Please email me with any information you may have.

Hope this has helped you as well.

Thank you and God Bless,

Joseph Martin Brest,
Enon, Ohio

James Milton BREST

t6orsha — 2009-02-13 21:56:02Z

Looking for further info on a James Milton BREST, born 1847 in PA. Son of David BREST and Catherine Remley. He is brother to my G-G-Grandfather Lewis Francis BREST. He is the only sibling that I have no further info on, like date of death or wifes dates . I have names of children. And I know that he lived in California in December of 1915.

William Brest married to Lydia Freed

t6orsha — 2008-05-14 21:28:39Z

I have that this Lydia FREED b. 23 July 1866, died 19 Feb 1913 and is buried at Newport Cemetery in Lawrence Co, PA was married to a William BREST. Does anyone have any further info on this William BREST? I have BRESTs that are in connection to FREEDs, but don't know where this one fits in.

Re: Brest Greenhouse

t6orsha — 2008-03-26 21:42:08Z

Well, as it turns out, your grandfather's father ( your gr-grandfather) is the brother of my Gr-gr-grandfather.

Robert Orrin BREST

t6orsha — 2008-03-25 21:24:49Z

Looking for the line of Robert Orin BREST... his father, grandfather. He died about 5 years ago, New Castle, PA area.
Married a Pearl Lorraine STEVENSON in 1952.

Re: Brest Greenhouse

t6orsha — 2008-03-22 20:33:36Z

Well, I don't know. I don't know your grandparents line. That's what I was hopinbg you could help me with. I have a John BREST that was b.1874 that was married to a Tillie b. 1869, but I have no children listed for them. He was the son of Lewis Francis BREST, my Gr-Gr-Grandfather. I don't know if he is your grandfather or not. If he is your grandfather, then we have a common gr-gr-grnadfather. He might be your Gr-grandfather, but I need more information to fill in the holes.
John.

Re: Brest Greenhouse

JLB31965 — 2008-03-22 01:32:24Z

DO YOU HAVE A LINK BETWEEN YOUR GRAND PARENTS AND MINE?
JLB31965@YAHOO.COM

Re: Brest Greenhouse

t6orsha — 2008-03-21 22:32:55Z

I am the grandson of Grace Adelaide BREST(HALL). She was the daughter of James Albert BREST, son of Lewis Francis BREST.
I would like to exchange family info with you.
My email address is

t6orsha@yahoo.com

Re: Brest Greenhouse

JLB31965 — 2008-03-21 16:13:34Z

HIS NAME WAS JOHN BREST HE WAS MY GRANDFATHER.. HE HAD 2 DAUGHTERS AND 1 SON

Brest Greenhouse

t6orsha — 2008-03-20 20:58:44Z

does anybody out there know of a BREST Greenhouse that was located in New Castle, PA (Shenango Twp) back in the 1940's/50's? The frame is still standing, it is behind someone's house. I understand that Mr. BREST sold it to a Mr. BRUBAKER. I have talked to several people in the area that remembers it, or actually worked there as a youngster, but cannot recall Mr. BREST's first name (they just called him Mr. BREST). It seems that he had a son John who is said to have been a large man, and a daughter as we.., also whose name they cannot recall.

Brest-Moon

dedinburg61 — 2008-03-05 13:56:47Z

Looking for anyone out there decended through Jessie Brest(daughter of Louis) and George Ellwood Moon of the Mercer-Leesburg area.

Re: Brest

tlberry82 — 2008-03-04 04:26:39Z

What do you want to know? I don't remember any Kate, but I was born when my mom was 42. When did you visit my mother? And where? The only relatives I remember are Aunt Elsie children, I think they are Lillian and Marylouise. There's another, Beth Elaine. I'm not sure who she belongs to.

Looking forward to your reply.

Re: Brest

dedinburg61 — 2008-03-04 00:15:10Z

Dear Soisson 1852, We are very close to each other. I live about 2 miles east of the OH. line on a little horse farm. Your Great Grand father Peter was my Great grandmother Clara Jessie's brother. My Grandmother was her daughter
Cass (Jean). I know that Peter is buried in Hubbard. It is his great grandchild Paul's adopted son that has his medal. I think there is enough Brest descendents locally to put our resources together and try to acquire it from this guy. I know who he is! Please feel free to contact me at dedinburg6@aol.com I have some interesting stuff. ...David

Re: Brest

Soisson1852 — 2008-03-03 14:51:16Z

Peter, a son of Lewis', was my great grandfather. My grandmother was Myrtle, daughter of Peter Brest and Maud B. Lyon. I live right over the state line in Youngstown but haven't gotten around to coming to Pa. to look up info. I would like to share anything you and I have. Together we might be able to figure out a little more. Thanks

Re: Brest of Western PA

Soisson1852 — 2008-03-03 14:44:34Z

I am also a grandchild of Myrtle. Your grandmother and my mother were sisters. I have pictures of your grandmother with her mother. Contact me so I can share these with you.

Re: Brest

Soisson1852 — 2008-03-03 14:37:17Z

My grandmother and your mother were sisters. My grandmother was Myrtle. I can remember visiting your
mother. My mother is Kate, if that rings a bell. Please contact me with any information you may have. I started looking for my roots about 3 years ago but only on my days off. Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Re: Brest

dedinburg61 — 2008-03-02 15:07:58Z

Hi tlberry82, My name is David and I also am decended from Louis F.Brest. Your Grandfather Peter was my Great grandmother Jesse's brother. According to her obituary (1956)Peter was living in California at the time. Where are you at? I'm in New castle,Pa. I just found a lot of this info. out because of the stories my Grandmother told me about her grandfather, who was wounded (shot in the neck) in the civil war and was shell shocked and would dive under the bed during a thunder storm. Them I met a local and his name was Brest and told me that Louis was wounded and recieved the medel of honor. So I researched it and found that he was the guy my Grandmother used to tell me about back in the early 80's. Louis had a Grandfather Andrew(born 1794) who was in the War of 1812 and was the son of David Brest and Catherine (Wise) Brest (they were both born in the 1770's).I Have picture's of Louis, both as a young man and in his later years and found a relative who has some family reunion pictures from around 1912. Loius's medel of honor is in the possesion of a non related family member (diviorce and remarriage ?)He maybe from Peter's line. Someone said he lived in Las Vegas and was trying to sell the medel(it's illegel to buy or sell those) It would be nice to have it in the Mercer Co. Historical society's possesion along with his picture and war history and family tree (they have a lot of info on Louis). I personnaly don't think our name was shortened. My grandmother used to say it was a Dutch name, Their are Van Brest out there. It could have been French Hueganot who fled France, went to the Netherlands and then here to America. I will say this though, My grandmother had very high cheek bones, to the point that we all thout she had Indian in her. Then I seen the picture of Louis and he had those high cheek bones too. Brestovansky sounds Polish or Russian and if Slavic blood would be in there, that would explain the high cheek bones. I just don't know of much immigration from those two countries in the 1700's.....Please get back to me at dedinburg6@aol.com Hope we can be of help to each other..David ps. excuse my spelling, there's no spell check on here.

Re: Brest

t6orsha — 2008-02-12 21:38:28Z

Lewis Francis was also my Gr-Gr Grandfather, my Gr-Grandfather was James Albert Brest, and my grandmother was Grace Adalaide.
I have seen some people have James Albert listed as Bertram, but his name was actually Jame Albert. He did go by Bert as a nickname, however. And I never heard of the name being shortened. I think they were English, but have no documentation on that. tlberry82, if you would like to exchange info, eMail me at t6orsha@yahoo.com.

Re: Brest

tlberry82 — 2008-02-11 00:36:49Z

Lewis Francis Brest is my GGrandfather. My grandfather was Peter. All Peter's children all have passed away. My mother was Genevieve. I read on another post that the surname was changed from Brestovansky. Is that true? If it is, I never knew that. If you want any information on the Brest line, I have some info you might be interested in.

John GLENN married to Rebecca VOGAN, PA

t6orsha — 2007-08-01 17:33:29Z

Does anyone have any additional info on this couple? He was born 29 Dec 1824, died 22 Jan 1891. She was born 14 Jul 1822 and died 29 May 1900. They had a daughter Jane Elizabeth GLENN(20 May 1848-01 Oct 1887). She married Daniel Wilmer BREST(13 Jan 1850-12 Jun 1937).
Would very much like to know the parents of John GLENN and Rebecca VOGAN. I have other VOGANs and BRESTs, and would like to know where they fit in.

Re: Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

t6orsha — 2007-05-17 18:50:01Z

Yes, I am related to the Brest line. My great grandfather was James Albet Brest, brother of Peter Brest. Ibelieve I have a photo of Pete & Maude. I could eMail it to you. I would also like to exchange Brest family info, as I have a few holes in the Pete & Maude side of things.
My eMail address is t6orsha@yahoo.com.
I don't know how far back you have on the Maude Lyons line.
I would like more info on the offspring of Pete & Maude.
i know there are several Civil War vets and heros in the Brest family. My Gr-Gr Grandfather, Lewis Francis Brest was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor.
Contact me and we can exchange info.
JOhn.

Re: Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

Soisson1852 — 2007-05-16 17:29:13Z

I have been looking for any one related to the Brest family line. My great grandparents are Peter and Maude Brest. My grandmother was Myrtle Mae Brest Akers. My mother is Katherine. Any info you could provide would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Re: BREST, LEWIS F.; Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient - Civil War

jasche — 2007-01-07 14:20:25Z

Lewis Francis Brest

BURIAL INFORMATION

Location: Mercer, Pennsylvania
Cemetery: Mercer Citizens Cemetery

Born: 1842 at Mercer, PA

Died: 1915

Source, additional information and cemetery monument photo:

http://www.homeofheroes.com/gravesites/states/pages_af/brest...

Note: This is not my ancestry. I have NO additional information. I am just passing along information that may be useful.

* Feel free to pass this on to other appropriate resources.

BREST, LEWIS F.; Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient - Civil War

jasche — 2006-11-18 16:22:35Z

Source: http://www.army.mil/cmh-pg/mohciv.htm

Note: This is not my ancestry. I am just passing along information that may be useful.

BREST, LEWIS F.

Rank and organization: Private, Company D, 57th Pennsylvania Infantry. Place and date: At Sailors Creek, Va., 6 April 1865. Entered service at:------. Birth: Mercer, Pa. Date of Issue: 10 May 1865. Citation: Capture of flag.

Re: Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

2006-09-23 03:55:20Z

Thank you for your post, very helpful information.

Re: Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

2006-09-23 03:06:57Z

My mother was Genevieve Imogene Brest. My father was her second marriage. His name is Hansford Wiley Farris. They married on 22 Nov 1957. Genevieve was born on 29 May 1917 and died 31 May 2003.

Re: Brestovansky

SandySlattery — 2006-07-11 22:43:40Z

Susan,
My grandmother's maiden name was Brestovansky. She was from Forest City, PA. Would like to find out more about your family. You can e-mail me directly at kslattery@aol.com
Sandy

John Brest

MHall9049 — 2005-10-14 18:32:11Z

Hello
I am looking for info on John Brest b: abt. 1819 In
Baden. He is listed in the 1970 Census - Logan Co., ILL.
Wife: Lucy born Ohio.. Daughters: Phoebe b: about 1852 and Lucy b: about 1854. Both born Ohio.
Does anyone have any info on wife Lucy - dates, parents, etc.
Thanks
Mary

Re: Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

judywdavison — 2005-10-11 15:43:31Z

I just began researching this family yesterday, after learning that Peter and Maude Lyons Brest were the parents of Elsie, who married Louis Baldwin Burton, my mom's first cousin.

I have been searching for this Burton family for a few years now. Does anybody know anything else about Elsie? She may have died in Los Angeles Co CA, which is where her husband died in 1955, but I cannot locate a death record for her. Lou and Elsie had four daughters, at least two of whom are deceased. I'd very much like to try to contact the other two, if still living (my 2nd cousins, Lillian and Mary Louise, married names unknown). They would be first cousins to the children of Myrtle Brest and Walter Brest, whose names are mentioned in this thread.

Also, does can anybody tell me more about an Arther Lyons, who was age 13 "boarder" in the 1920 household of Peter and Maud? I am wondering if he could be a half-brother to Peter and Maud's children. I have a photo of him, probably taken in 1930's, standing in front of my grandparents' home in Cleveland OH and would very much like to find out what ever happened to him.

I also have a photo of two of Elsie Brest's daughters (Lillian and Alice), with my mom and her siblings, taken about mid 1930's.

Since I have pretty much hit a "dead end" trying to find this family through their Burton side, I'm hoping to get some new leads now through their Brest relatives, and would appreciate any help.

Would it be possible to e-mail me the photo of Peter and Maud please?

My e-mail address has changed. It's now jad331xbellsouth.net (please substitute@ for the "x").
Thanks very much.
Judy in Georgia

Re: Brest of Western PA

JudyFlorian — 2005-04-04 12:47:46Z

Hello Scott and Bob,

I wondered first, are you related to
(Census) David Brest 0110101101 in West Bethlehem TWP in 1800?

Do you know if David was Brethren (German Baptist, Dunkard, Tunkard)?
Do you know if the Brest name was ever misspelled as BRUIST?
Do you know if David Brest was a minister? Was he the Rev. Mr. BRUIST who organized Ten Mile Church of the Brethren (in 1800 was Society of German Baptists)?

Any help - one way or other - much appreciated.

Judy

Re: Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

2004-10-18 21:18:03Z

John, Thank you for getting back with me. I'll hang on to the picture and, if you know of anyone that might be interested, please let me know. Janet

Re: Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

2004-10-18 21:01:59Z

I have a Bertha Brest that was the daughter of Peter & Maude Brest... she was born in 1905.
There is also another Bertha Brest....she married a man with the surname Bimler. Her parents were William (Henry) E. Hendersonb Brest and Lizzie Curkendoll. Don't know when she was born, but a brother and sister of hers were born 1873, 1874. It could be a tie -in.
John.

Re: Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

Jhrad — 2004-10-18 02:23:23Z

Scott, I have purchased a photo for $4.00, at a flea market in Centreville, MI, of Bertha M. Brest. This picture appears to have been taken after 1900 and was taken in Kalamazoo, MI.

Do you think there is a connection to your Brest line? This gal is wearing a ring on her left ring finger, so I don't know if her maiden or married name is Brest.

Cordially,

Janet M. Hradsky
Three River, MI

Jessie Brest, b 1811

t6orsha — 2004-07-11 01:21:07Z

I recently came across the headstone of Jessie Brest at the Savannah Cemetery, New Castle, PA. She died in 1953. Nest to her is Chester Brest (1910-1981). I believe her to be the daughter of Lewis Francis Brest. But she was married to George Ellwood Moon and had 9 children. He died 5 years after she did. I found it curious that she had her maiden name on her stone. Although it is possible that she is a different person, but not likely.

Re: Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

trystanscott — 2003-12-06 05:59:44Z

Greetings John

Peter would be my great great grandfather, here is what I have

Peter was born 10 Feb 1875, Mercer Co, PA, son of Lewis Francis Brest and, he married Maude Blanch Lyons daughter of Frank Lyons, on 5 Nov 1900

Together Peter and Maude had 7 children that I am aware of,

Myrtle Mae (my great grandmother), Elsie Irene, Bertha, Walter J, Paul L., Geneive I. and Beatrice L

Peter dies on 25 Mar 1962, he is buried in Hubbard Union Cemetry, Hubbard Ohio, Maude died on 3 Jul 1963

I have more information concerning the Brest family, unforunitly not much more on Peter's children expect for Myrtle

Re: Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

trystanscott — 2003-12-06 05:59:44Z

Greetings John

pictures of Peter and Maud would be awesome, I have one of Lewis, but none of Peter

I can be reached via email at trystanscott@comcast.net

I you need any more information on any of the email members I have records for most of them, and will be travelling to the Family History Library here in SLC this weekend to double check and pull various records on the family

Re: Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

t6orsha — 2003-09-17 22:08:55Z

Thanks for the info. I have more on Walter. And I have a couple of Pics of Pete & Maude that I could e-mail to you if you like. I am a great grandson of James Albert Brest, Peter's brother.

for the info.Re: Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

t6orsha — 2003-09-17 22:07:31Z

Thanks

for the info.Re: Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

t6orsha — 2003-09-17 22:07:32Z

Thanks

Peter & Maude Lyonn Brest

jjorsha — 2003-08-10 01:44:39Z

Looking for further info about Peter Brest and wife Maude Lyonn. Peter is son of Lewis Francis Brest.
Had 8 children. Only have 4 of them, limited info. Moved from New Castle/Wampum area to Hubbard ,OH.
John.

Re: Brest

2003-05-28 19:04:06Z

Your great grandmother and my great grand mother were sisters - according to my relationship calculator that makes us 3rd cousins. Glad to meet you!!!! I have some information about the Brest - although I followed more of Bessie. I'd certainly love to compare notes. I don't know if you get my email with the reply - but it is rwmillerjr@adelphia.net

Re: Brest

tinag127 — 2003-05-28 18:42:45Z

MY GREAT GRANDMOTHERS NAME WAS JESSIE BREST, HER DAUGHTERS NAME WAS LAURA MOON MCCAHAN , MY GRANDMOTHER HAD 10 CHILDREN ALL WERE BORN AND RAISED IN TYRONE PA.