John & Salome
The founding couple at the center of the family story.
Meet John and SalomeOur family
Four children. Three descendant clans.
John Leichty and Salome (Chupp) Leichty are the foundation of this family story. Their four children were Simon, Iona, Jacob, and Carl; today’s descendants continue through Simon, Jacob, and Carl.
Where our story begins
From John and Salome to today.
This overview keeps the immediate family and the present-day clan structure distinct, visible, and historically accurate.
Explore the family
Begin with the people, then follow the clans.
Their Four Children
Simon, Iona, Jacob, and Carl—each presented as part of the immediate family.
Meet their childrenThe Three Clans
Explore the descendant families of Simon, Jacob, and Carl.
Explore the clans