Hi Tracy,
At this point, it appears as though John William (JW) and his sister,
Jessie, were adopted grandchildren while their biological parents
resided in England -- father died in 1905, mother in 1926. I have
discovered letters and postcards that were sent to JW from his parents
and siblings while he resided in Samuels' Detroit residence. I have
yet to discover the relationship between the Andrews and Britan
families. There is possibility that a "Mrs. Steele" accompanied the
young JW and Jessie on their trip to the United States to the Andrews
household. It remains quite a mystery. The gentlemen Manning and
Farren (members of this group) are descended from Samuels siblings. I
am hoping this group format provides for future clarification and
descendant connections.
Thank you for your message.
Mark