Susan Stern & Fannie Schlein Stern

Susan Stern and her paternal grandmother Fannie Schlein Stern

A story from Harvey Stern:

Grandma Fannie came to the United States at such a young age that she spoke English without an accent.

 

More info from Neilan Stern:

Fannie was born on or about January 1, 1878.  She arrived in the U.S. in 1892 at the age of 14.

And a story from Fran Gordon:

I am named after Fannie.  I was supposed to be Jane, probably after Fannie's husband, Jacob Stern - my grandfather.  But Fannie died when my mom was pregnant with me.  I do not know the circumstances, but mom was with her continuously.  The one day she decided to go out, Fannie passed away and it was heartbreaking.  Unfortunately, neither Chuck nor I ever knew any of our grandparents, which was a great loss for us.