Polish on my father's side. Deceased grandfather , Peter Furdal , born abt. 1892 in or near Lublin (maybe). Emigrated to Canada 1911. His father - Stanislans (Stanislaus?)Furdal ,his mother - Antonina Lewandoska(sp).
I remember their household being very Roman Catholic , and recall Peter referring to themselves as white Russian?
Any information and/or clarification would be greatly appreciated.
Thank You very much.
FURDAL: root-word probably furda meaning a trifle, something insignificant and worthless; it could well trace back to the Roimania word furda mwaning a hamndful of animal hair. That is reminiscent of the Polish term funt kłaków (a pound of dustballs) meaning something of no value. The Lublin area is indeed Poland's Furdal stronghold. The White Russian connection doesn't ring a bell. The Lublin area bordered Ukrainian lands; Belarus was farther to the north.
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My name is Judy Furdal from Canada and noticed you wanting information about my grandfather Peter Furdal. Windsor Ontario Canada to live. He raised a family of boys Mathew, Eddie, Sygmond. please email me at jfurdal@outlook
