On the Case
All In Investigations is Seeking Biological Family of Noblesville Woman
Writer / Renee Larr
On Sept. 19, 1952, Sharon Rose Moses (Prather) was found in the front seat of Dr. Harold Sponks car at Riverview Hospital. She was believed to be a few hours old and was wrapped in a day-old newspaper. She was later adopted by the Prather family and moved out of the county.
Moses has lived her life not knowing any information regarding her biological parents. Shes spent many years seeking answers to her birth. Her husband Wendell Moses recently hired All In Investigations Inc. to assist in the search.
Mr. Moses hired my company to help Sharon get the answers she seeks about her birth parents, says Brenda McGinley, Owner/Director. Sharon is turning 70 next year, and her husband wanted to do this as a gift to her. Shes led a good life. She has children, but the one thing she doesnt have is biological family or a history of medical records.
Part of the condition of her adoption was the family must move out of the county. The family put an ad in the Indianapolis Star when Moses was about 27 years old. She received a letter in what was perceived to be female handwriting stating, In regard to personal ad in Indpls. Star for info. Try contacting Dr. Eugene Newby with his home address or at Riverview Hospital.
Dr. Sponk and Dr. Newbys cars were side-by-side in the parking lot. Moses had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Newby, and he stated she was supposed to be placed in his car. When asked how he knew that Dr. Newby noted his car was locked, so she was placed in Dr. Sponks car. He ended the conversation by telling her she was happy and healthy and to go live her life.
A few years ago, Moses contacted a family member who told her they strongly believed Moses is related to Dr. Newby. Dr. Sponk and Dr. Newby have both passed away. The attorney on record for her adoption stated he didnt remember her adoption, but he does remember the Prathers paid him money, but he couldnt recall why.
Moses completed a DNA test a few years ago, but no results came back. There were two possible matches, but neither of the two had any information. Shes currently awaiting results from a second DNA test.
Noblesville is a small community, and the family is hoping someone will come forward. Anyone with any information is strongly encouraged to contact All In Investigations at 317-925-1496 or email Brenda McGinley at brendam@allin-pi.com.
