CLARENCE ANHALT Clarence A. Anhalt, 75, of Route 2, Kiel, died Thursday evening in Sheboygan Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday in St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel. The Rev. John F. Baumann, pastor, will officiate and burial will be in Eaton Cemetery, Town of Eaton. Mr. Anhalt was born April 1, 1903, in the Town of New Holstein, son of the late Charles and Anna Laures Anhalt. He attended district school in the township and was married to Violet Lechter Oct. 27, 1928, in Waukegan, Ill. They lived in Chilton until 1936, when they moved to Kiel, where Mr. Anhalt was employed with Stoelting Brs. Company for 40 years, retiring in 1970. He was a member of St. Peter, United Church of Christ, Kiel. Survivors include his wife, a son, Charles of Wisconsin Rapids; two daughters, Mrs. Joseph (Jane) Brost of School Hill and Blou Kay Schumacher of Edgerton; a brother, Elmer Anhalt of rural Kiel; a sister, Mrs. Viola Bargenquast of Chilton, 11 grandchildren and a geat grandchild. A sister and a brother preceded him in death. Friends may call in Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday until 11 a.m. Monday and in the church from noon until the time of service. Memorials may be made to St. Peter United Church of Christ. Herald Times Reporter, February 9, 1979 P. 3 ******** Clarence August (April 1, 1903-Feb. 8, 1979 –husband of Violet Lechler [married Oct. 27, 1928 in Waukegan, Illinois] –son of Charles Anhalt and Anna Laures –born in Wisconsin –truck driver, dairy equipment –residence at time of death was Town of New Holstein, Calumet County –died from “acute myocardial infarction, 2 hours –arteriosclerotic heart disease, years –chronic emphysema”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record in Illinois] [death record Calumet 23-31]
VIOLET ANHALT Violet M. Anhalt, 90, formerly of Kiel, died Saturday evening, Nov. 26, 1994 at Willowdale Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center, New Holstein. She is the former Violet Lechler born Dec. 28, 1903, in the Town of Eaton, daughter of the late Ferdinand and Emma Strassman Lechler. On October 27, 1928, she married Clarence A Anhalt in Waukegan, Ill. Her husband, Clarence, preceded her in death on February 8, 1979. She was a member of St. Peter’s UCC, Kiel, St. Peter’s Ladies Aid, Eaton Ladies Aid, Swamp Edge Homemakers and the Royal Neighbors. Survivors include one son (private), two daughters (private), 11 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson. She was preceded in death by five brothers and one sister. No newspaper named, 1994 ********
Violet M. Anhalt, age 90, formerly of Kiel, died Saturday evening, November 26, 1994, at Willowdale Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center, New Holstein. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 29, 1994, at St. Peter's United Church of Christ. Rev. Raymond C. Coombs will officiate with burial in the town of Eaton Cemetery. The former Violet Lechler was born December 28, 1903, in the town of Eaton, daughter of the late Ferdinand and Emma Strassman Lechler. On October 27, 1928, she married Clarence A. Anhalt in Waukegan, Ill. Her husband, Clarence, preceded her in death on February 8, 1979. She was a member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Kiel, St. Peter's Ladies Aide, Eaton Ladies Aide, Swamp Edge Homemakers and the Royal Neighbors. Survivors include one son, Charles (Betty) Anhalt, Wisconsin Rapids; two daughters, Mrs. Jane (Joseph) Brost, School Hill, Blou Kay Schumacher, Edgerton; 11 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren and one great-great grandson. She was preceded in death by five brothers and one sister. Friends may call at St. Peter's United Church of Christ on Tuesday from 12 noon until the time of service. A memorial has been established in her name for St. Peter's United Church of Christ. Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, Kiel, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter November 28, 1994 pg. A2 ********
Violet Martha nee Lechler (Dec. 28, 1903-Nov. 26, 1994 –wife of Clarence Anhalt [married Oct. 27, 1928 in Waukegan, Illinois] –daughter of Ferdinand Lechler and Emma Strassmann –born Town of Eaton –died from “pneumonia, 1 week –aspiration, 1 week –senile dementia”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record in Illinois] [death record Calumet 29-228]
WILLIE "BILL" C. BECHER Willie C. Becher, 75, of 22835 Ucker Point Creek Road, Kiel, died Friday evening, March 4, 1988 at his residence after an extended illness. Funeral services will be 8 pm Monday at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. Rev. John Baumann, pastor of St. Peter United Church of Christ will officiate and burial will be in Eaton Cemetery. Mr. Becher was born June 27, 1912 at Plymouth, son of the late Carl and Bertha Dierlein Becher. He attended district schools in the Town of Plymouth. He married Alfrieda Ninmer on June 8, 1935 at St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel. The couple observed their 50th Wedding Anniversary in 1985. They farmed their entire life in the Town of Schleswig, retiring in 1979. He was a member of St. Peter United Church of Christ. Survivors include his wife, Alfrieda; a son and daughter-in-law, Gerald and Marcy Becher of rural Kiel; a daughter, Mrs. Victor (Mary Ann) Richter of rural Kiel; two sisters, Mrs. Frieda Gartman and Mrs. Elenore Kasten of Sheboygan; three grandchildren, Terrence Becher, Jayden Richter and Joylyn Richter. He was preceded in death by three sisters, two brothers and one grandson. Friends may call at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, 4 pm Monday until the time of services. Memorials may be made to St. Peter United Church of Christ. Manitowoc Herald Times - Mon., Mar. 7, 1988 - page 14 ******** Willie Carl (Bill) (June 27, 1912-March 12, 1988 –husband of Alfrieda Ninmer [married June 8, 1935 in Kiel] –son of Carl Becher and Bertha Dierlein –born in Wisconsin –farmer in Town of Schleswig –residence at time of death was 22835 Ucker Point Creek Road, Town of Schleswig –died from “chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 10 years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 25-519] [death record Manitowoc 90-446]
ELLA BERG Ella nee Gau (July 17, 1889-Oct. 19, 1915 –wife of Otto H. Berg [married June 5, 1915 in religious ceremony in Town of New Holstein, Calumet County –after the death of Ella in 1915, Otto re-married to Anna Koehn on Nov. 19, 1918 in a religious ceremony in Town of Rantoul, Calumet County –Otto was a son of Nicholas Berg and Elizabeth Dexheimer] –daughter of Herman Gau [born Canada] and Louise Kreimann [born Wisconsin] –born in Wisconsin –died from “post-partum hemorrhage, 2 hours”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 5-885] [Otto Berg’s second marriage record Calumet 7-52] [death record Calumet 6-368]
FLORENCE JOHANNA BINVERSIE Florence Binversie, age 90, of rural Kiel, was taken to her eternal home on Monday, Dec. 8, 2003. She had resided on her rural Kiel farm until this past year when she made her home at the Calumet Homestead Rehabilitation Center, New Holstein. She was born March 16, 1913 in the township of Schleswig, daughter of the late August and Caroline Schnuell Rabe. Florence was baptized and confirmed at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Louis Corners. She attended Hillside Grove School. On June 27, 1931, she was united in marriage to Michael Lechler. The Lord blessed her and Mike with 43 years of marriage. The Lord also blessed her with two daughters: Evangeline (Vannie, died on Nov. 6, 2001) Truttschel and Kathleen Sixel; seven grandchildren: Judith (Ray) Glander, James (Mary) Truttschel, Jill (John) Pelner, Denise (Randy) Drill, Diane Sixel, Thomas Sixel and Todd (Deborah) Sixel; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. After the death of her husband Mike, on Sept. 28, 1974, the Lord blessed Florence with a second marriage to Herman Binversie on Nov. 8, 1980. She and Mike were engaged in farming and she was employed at the A.A. Laun Furniture Company, Kiel, for 27 years. Florence was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Kiel, and Eaton and Trinity Ladies Aide Society. Survivors include her husband: Herman; daughter: Kathleen Sixel, Newton; and son-in-law: Emmet Truttschel, Howards Grove. She is further survived by sisters and brothers-in-law: Betty Rabe, Eldon Fluhr, Stanley and Kay Binversie, Robert and Janet Binversie, Fay Binversie, Dolores and Lester Klingeisen, Irene and Jim Ziegelbauer, Virginia and Dean Brennan, and Janet and Gordon Seichter, nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Mike; daughter: Evangeline Truttschel; son-in-law: Donald Sixel; three sisters: Amanda Karsteadt, Dorothy Fluhr, Elda Wagner: and six brothers: Alvin, Alfons, Elmer, Fred, Ruben and Arno Rabe. A Christian funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 12, 2003 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Kiel, with the Rev. David Laabs officiating. Burial will take place in the Eaton Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the church on Friday from 11 a.m. until the time of service. A memorial has been established in her name. The Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Fu-neral Home, Kiel, is assisting the family. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Tuesday, December 9, 2003 pg. A3 ******** Florence Johanna nee Rabe Lechler (March 16, 1913-Dec. 8, 2003 –wife of Michael H. Lecher [married Jun 27, 1931 at Zion Lutheran Church, Louis Corners, Town of Schleswig] –with her husband Michael Lechler purchased the farm at 7727 Lechler Lane on June 11,1948 –after Michael died in 1974, continued to live on this farm until her death in 2003 –after Michael died in 1974, re-married to Herman Binversie [married Nov. 8, 1980 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, School Hill, Town of Meeme] –daughter of August Rabe and Caroline Schnuell [both born in Wisconsin] –born in Town of Schleswig –at time of death lived at 7727 Lechler Lane, Town of Eaton) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [first marriage record Manitowoc 23-456] [second marriage record Manitowoc 76-273] [death record Calumet 33-343]
HERMAN F. BINVERSIE Herman F. Binversie, 89, formerly of the Town of Eaton, died Monday evening August 19, 2013 at Oak Creek Assisted Living in Kiel where he had been a resident the past 4 years. He was born on May 26, 1924 in the Town of Meeme, son of the late Henry & Mary Elizabeth (Baer) Binversie. Hermie attended Holy Trinity Catholic School in School Hill from 1930 - 1938. He was also a graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Madison Short Course, which he attended from 1949 - 1950. On November 8, 1980 Hermie was united in marriage to Florence (Rabe) Lechler at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, School Hill. After his marriage to Florence, he felt like his life had begun. They shared 23 wonderful years together until Florence preceded him in death on December 8, 2003. Hermie was involved in farming and was a dedicated employee of Laun Furniture for 22 years. He enjoyed playing cards, judging the cattle in Hoards Dairyman and attending the Kiel Senior Center. Most importantly, Hermie enjoyed spending time talking with family and friends. He was filled with knowledge and history that he loved to share with those he spoke to. Survivors include his step-daughter; Kathleen Sixel of Newton, step grandchildren; Denise (Randy) Drill, Diane (Gary Kussow) Sixel, Thomas Sixel, Todd (Deborah) Sixel, Judy (Ray) Glander, James (Mary) Truttschel, Jill (John) Pelner, 12 step great grandchildren, 6 step great-great grandchildren. Herman is also survived by brothers; Robert Binversie and Stanley (Kaye) Binversie, sisters; Irene (Jim) Ziegelbauer, Virginia (Dean) Brennen and Janet Seichter, sister-in-law; Faye Binversie along with many nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry & Mary Elizabeth (Baer) Binversie, his wife Florence, step daughter; Evangeline "Vannie" (Emmet) Truttschel, step son-in-law; Donald Sixel, sisters; Leona (George) Ziegelbauer, Delores (Lester) Klingeisen, brothers; Eugene and Roman Binversie, brother-in-law; Gordon Seichter, sister-in-law; Janet Binversie. Funeral Mass for Herman will be held at 4:00pm on Friday August 23, 2013 at St. Gregory Catholic Church St. Nazianz with Rev. Patrick Nelson and Rev. Richard Klingeisen officiating. Burial will follow in the Eaton Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the church on Friday from 1:00pm until the time of mass. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in his name. Florences family would like to thank Hermie for the passionate care he gave to their mother and grandmother. They would also like to give heartfelt thanks to Judy Johnson and the entire staff at Oak Creek Assisted Living, Kiel for the care, comfort and joy they brought to Hermie. Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home Kiel is assisting the family. Online condolences at www.meiselwitzfh.com Published in Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter on August 21, 2013 ******** Herman Frederick (May 26, 1924-Aug. 19, 2013 –second husband of Florence Rabe Lechler [married Nov. 8, 1980 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, School Hill, Town of Meeme –this was the second marriage for Florence, who was the widow of Michael H. Lechler who died in 1974] –son of Henry Binversie and Mary Baer –born in Wisconsin –when Henry and Mary Binversie moved from their farm in the Town of Meeme to 206 South Second Avenue, St. Nazianz, Herman lived with them until his marriage in 1980 –worked for 22 years at Laun Furniture in Kiel –died from “acute myocardial infarction, hours” –coronary artery disease, years –diabetic mellitus, years –probable pulmonary embolism –fracture left humorous –obesity –was independent when walking –felt faint and weak while using a walker, fell to the floor”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 76-273] [death record Calumet 39-406]
CARLOS S. BLANKENSHIP Carlos S. "Flip" Blankenship Jr., 70, of 17818 Wagner Road, Kiel, died on Tuesday morning, Jan. 12, 1999, at the VA Hospital, Milwaukee. He was born Feb. 8, 1928, in Virginia, son of the late Carlos Sr. and Sara Woodfen Blankenship. He was a graduate of Chester High School, Chesterfield, Co., Virginia. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the Korean War. On Aug. 14, 1948, he married Rosemary Gribbon at Fort Carson, Colo. "Flip" was employed at the Foley Co., Chilton and Richardson Brothers, Sheboygan, for a number of years. Prior to his retirement in 1993, he had worked as a Safety Security Analyst at Tecumseh Products, Co., New Holstein for 12 years. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans and the Liberty Hunting Club. He enjoyed gardening, beekeeping, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Rosemary; three children, Muriea (Paul) Jaeckels, Green Bay: David Blankenship, rural Kiel; Pamela (Jerry) Schwobe. Chilton; six grandchildren, Peter and Karla Jo Jaeckels, Elizabeth (Joel) Kopecky, Sgt. Matthew Schwobe, Pvt. Rebecca Schwobe, Ruth Schwobe; two great-grandchildren, Andrew and Rees Kopecky and special friends and neighbors, Debra Jean and Wayne Hoffman and Randy and Armella Thiel. He is further survived by two brothers, Verna Blankenship and Jack (Shirley) Blankenship, both of Chester, Va.; four sisters, Adeline (Jake) Schroven, Stockbridge, Wis.; Ann Lane, Petersburg, Va.; Janetmae Turner, Richmond, Va. and Sue (Gene) Ramsey, Churchroad, Va. He was preceded in death by one brother, David and one sister, Virginia. Funeral services will be held at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 14, at Meiseiwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, Kiel, with the Rev. Raymond C. Coombs, officiating. Burial will be in Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, Kiel, from 4 p.m., Thursday, until the time of services. A memorial has been established in his name. The Sheboygan Press Wednesday, January 13, 1999 pg. A2
ROSEMARY BLANKENSHIP Rosemary Dorothy Blankenship, age 86, of Chilton, died on Sunday, January 10, 2016 at her home in Chilton. She was born December 10, 1929 in Three Rivers, MI., daughter of the late Lewis and Hazel (Alberson) Gribbon. Rosemary married Carlos “Flip” Blankenship on August 14, 1948 in Colorado Springs, CO. Grandma B, as she was called by her family enjoyed her time spent reading, playing cards and brandishing her green thumb, raising and caring for many house plants. Rosemary also looked forward to bus trips with friends to many casinos throughout the area. Survivors include her children, Muriea (Paul) Jaeckels, of Green Bay; David (Tina) Blankenship, of School Hill; a son-in-law, Jerry Schwobe of Chilton; her grandchildren, Karla (Karl) Vandenlangenberg; Peter Jaeckels, Elizabeth (Joel) Kopecky, Matthew Schwobe, Rebecca (Andy) Miller, Ruth Phelps and her great grandchildren, Andrew, Rees, Caleb and Julie Kopecky, Cheyenne Schwobe, Alex and Beau Vandenlangenberg and Phillip and Stephen Miller. She was preceded in death by her parents and her step-father, Robert H. Schubert; her husband Carlos “Flip” Blankenship; a daughter, Pamela Schwobe and her siblings, Winnie and James. Funeral services will be 11:00 am on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at the Wieting Funeral Home in Chilton. Friends may call at the funeral home from 9:00 am until 11:00 am on Saturday, January 16, 2016. Wieting Funeral Home - Jan. 11, 2016
ALMA BOSMA (from death record: baby –April 12, 1891-April 6, 1893 –daughter of Sam and Anna Bosma) ******** (baby –March 5, 1891-April 5, 1892 –daughter of Sent Bosma and Anna Sievert) –buried at Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton no stone [no county death record]
ANNA CHRISTINA BOSMA From Calumet county death records: Anna Bosma (v.6 p.812) Widow of Sent Bosma April 13, 1858-July 11, 1918 Daughter of George Sievers and Anna Christina Wilbka Plett (both born Germany) Born Wisconsin –wife of Sent Bosma [married Oct. 3, 1882 in civil ceremony in Town of New Holstein, Calumet County] Died from "hepatic carcinoma -nephritis and arteriosclerosis" Buried at "Town of Eaton" [Eaton Union Cemetery] [marriage record Calumet 2-62] [death record Calumet 6-812]
FRIEDA BOSMA Mrs. Frieda Bosma, 82, of 1045 First St., Kiel, died Friday afternoon in Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton. The former Frieda Brocker was born July 9, 1894, in the town of Eaton, a daughter of Charles and Elizabeth Lechler Brocker and attended school there. May 14, 1914 she married George Bosma in Kiel. The couple farmed in the town of Eaton until their retirement in 1968, when they moved to Kiel. The couple observed their 50th wedding anniversary in 1964. He died July 5, 1975. Mrs. Bosma as a member of St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel and the G.U.G. Germainia Society of Kiel and was a charter member of the Eaton Cemetery Ladies Aid. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Erwin (Orvilla) Krueger, Chilton; a son, Gordon, El Cajon, Calif.; eight grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and a twin sister, Mrs. Herman Sievert, Kiel. She was preceded in death by four sisters, three brothers, one grandmother, and one great grandson. Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Meiselwitz Funeral home, Kiel, with the Rev. John F. Baumann, pastor of St. Peter United Church of Christ, officiating. Burial was in the Eaton Cemetery, Town of Eaton. Chilton Times Journal – June 30, 1977 ******** Frieda M. nee Brocker (July 9, 1894-June 24, 1977 –wife of George Bosma [married May 19, 1914 at Kiel] –daughter of Charles Brocker and Elizabeth Lechler –born in Wisconsin –residence at time of death was 1045 First Street, Kiel –died from “acute myocardial infarction –coronary artery thrombosis –coronary vascular arteriosclerosis –carcinoma of gall bladder with metastases”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 11-339] [death record Manitowoc 78-58] (09 Jul 1894/Jun 1977/SSDI)
GEORGE BOSMA Funeral services for George Bosma, 86, of 1045 First Street, Kiel, a retired Town of Eaton farmer who died Saturday day in Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton, were held Tuesday at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. Officiating was the Reverend John F. Baumann, pastor, and the Reverend James Corbly, associate, of St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel. Burial was in Eaton Cemetery. A memorial has been established in Mr. Bosma’s name. A native of the Town of Eaton, he was born June 8, 1889, a son of the late Sent and Anna Sievers Bosma. He attended district school in Eaton. On May 19, 1914 he married Frieda Brocker in Kiel. Following marriage the couple operated the Bosma home farm, retiring and moving to Kiel in 1968. They observed their golden wedding anniversary in May 1964. Mr. Bosma was a member of St. Peter United Church of Christ and a former treasurer of Elder Grove School and Eaton Cemetery Board. Survivors are his widow; a daughter, a son, eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Anita Pohl of Sheboygan Falls. - July 6, 1975 (08 Jun 1889/Jul 1975/SSDI) ******** George (June 8, 1889-July 5, 1975 –husband of Frieda Brocker [married May 19, 1914 in civil ceremony, Kiel] –son of Sent Bosma [born Holland] and Anna Christina Sievert [born Wisconsin] –born in Town of Eaton –farmer in Town of Eaton –on April 19, 1919 purchased his parents’ 120 acre farm at 9205 State Highway 67 in Section 32, Town of Eaton –operated this farm until selling on Aug. 22, 1968 –retired and moved to Kiel –residence at time of death was 1045 First Street, Kiel –died from “acute broncho pneumonia, 3 days –acute myelogsnous leukemia, 8 months”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 11-339] [death record Manitowoc 75-601]
SENT BOSMA New Holstein Died – S. Bosma of Eaton, Sunday afternoon, August 8, after a brief illness of bright's disease, aged 42 years. The funeral from the residence Tuesday afternoon. Deceased leaves a wife and 7 children to mourn his death. Brillion News - Fri., Aug. 13, 1897 ******** From Calumet county marriage records: Sent Bosma and Anna Christine Sievers (v.2 p.62) Married Oct. 3, 1882 in civil ceremony in Town of New Holstein Sent Bosma Son of Dirk John Bosma and Anlje Vande Zwaag Born Holland -farmer in Town of New Holstein Anna Christine Sievers Daughter of Jergen Sievers and Anna Christine Witnesses Jak D. Holst and Clem Sievers ******** (from death record: Dec. 14, 1855-Aug. 8, 1897/ husband of Anna, son of Dirk Bosma, farmer, born Wolvega, Holland in Friesland/emigrated to the US with his parents in 1873 died from "Bright's disease") ******** Sent (Dec. 14, 1855-Aug. 8, 1897 –husband of Anna Sievert [married Oct. 3, 1882 in civil ceremony in Town of New Holstein, Calumet County] –son of Dirk John Bosma and Jantje Vande Zwaag –born Wolvega, Holland in Friesland –emigrated to the US with his parents in 1873 –farmer in Town of Eaton –on Sept. 28, 1882 purchased the 80 acre farm at 9205 State Highway 67 in Section 32, Town of Eaton –worked this farm until his death in 1897 –Sent’s wife Anna then owned this farm until her death on July 11, 1918 –the farm then went to their son George Bosma –died from “Bright’s disease, about one year”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 2-62] [death record Manitowoc 6-4] ******** Lent Brosma birth: 4 December 1855 Holland death: 8 August 1897 Eaton, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Eaton, Manitowoc Co. residence: 1897 Eaton, Manitowoc Co. father: D. Brosma spouse: Anna Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
EMMA BOWE Mrs. Emma Bowe, 86, formerly of Stockbridge, died Tuesday at San Louis Manor, Green Bay, where she was a resident. She was born April 2, 1891, in the Town of Eaton, Manitowoc County, the daughter of the late Herman and Augusta Lau. She was married to Herman Bowe at Haag Island in the Town of Eaton on March 28, 1912. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Leo (Maude) Breckheimer of Stockbridge; eight grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1945, and by a son, two sisters and five brothers. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Wieting Funeral Home, Chilton. The Rev. Quentin Moerschberger will officiate, and burial will be in the Town of Eaton Cemetery. Friends of Mrs. Bowe may call after 7 p.m. Thursday and until the hour of service Friday at the funeral home. Fond Du Lac Reporter, Wednesday, April 20, 1977 P. 26 ******** Emma nee Lau (April 2, 1891-1977 –wife of Herman Bowe [married March 23, 1912 in civil ceremony at Haag Island, Town of Eaton –Herman died in 1945 –he was the son of Albert Bowe and Z. Huenermeister] –daughter of Herman F. Lau and Augusta Millert –born Town of Eaton) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 5-525]
BERTHA BROCKER A combined funeral service for Miss Bertha Brocker, 80, of Route 4, Chilton, who died Saturday, and her brother-in-law, William Koepp, who died last Thursday, was held Monday at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home. Reverend John F. Baumann of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ officiated. Miss Brocker was born in the Town of Eaton, a daughter of the late Paul and Christina Brocker. She made her home with her sister, Mrs. William Koepp. Her sister survives. Burial was in the Eaton Cemetery. ******** Bertha Pauline (May 11, 1892-June 24, 1972 –single –daughter of Paul Brocker and Christina Kurtz –born Town of Eaton –lived with her brother-in-law and sister, William Koepp, at Chilton, Calumet County –did housework at private houses –died from “arteriosclerotic heart disease, 6 weeks –general arteriosclerosis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Calumet 20-392]
CHARLES BROCKER Carl Brocker, aged 87, passed away at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Sievert, at 4:45 p. m. on Wednesday, March 10, after a short illness. Mr. Brocker was born November 23, 1855, in Manitowoc, the son of John and Wiihelmina Brocker. At an early age he moved with his parents to a farm in the town of Eaton, and on October 20, 1876, he took as his bride Miss Elizabeth Lechler of that township. Following their marriage, the couple resided on a farm near Chilton for a number of years and later lived in the towns of Eaton and Schleswig. In 1920 he disposed of his farm to his son, Arthur, and moved to this city, where his wife died May 15, 1929. Mr. Brocker is survived by seven children, namely: Mrs. Edward (Christina) Boeselager, Mrs. Martha Boeselager, Arthur Brocker, and Mrs. Herman (Edna) Sievert of here; Mrs. Louis (Alvina) Haese of Reedsville; Mrs. George (Frieda) Bosma and Fred Brocker of the town of Eaton; 22 grand-children, 27 great-grandchildren and 2 sisters, Mrs. Bertha Preuss of Hilbert and Mrs. Emma Brocker of Norfolk, Nebraska. A daughter, Mrs. Mary Schroeder, and a son, Edwin, preceded him in death. Funeral services were conducted at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home on Saturday afternoon at 1 o’clock with the Rev. E. L. Worthman officating. Burial was made in the Town Eaton cemetery. ******** Charles (Nov. 23, 1855-March 10, 1943 –second husband of Elizabeth nee Lechler Haak [married Oct. 20, 1876 in religious ceremony in Town of Schleswig] –son of John Brocker and Wilhelmina –born Manitowoc County –at an early age moved with his parents to a farm in Town of Eaton –after his marriage, moved to a farm near Chilton in Calumet County –later had farms in the towns of Eaton and Schleswig –in 1920 retired from the farm and moved to Kiel –died from “chronic intestinal nephritis, 5 years –chronic prostatitis, 5 years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 4-109] [death record Manitowoc 36-59]
CHRISTENA BROCKER (d. 1977) Mrs. Milton (Christina) Brocker, 66, of 903 Sixth St., Kiel, died at 2 p.m. Sunday at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton. Born in the Town of Schleswig, Manitowoc County, on July 13, 1910, she was a daughter of the late Frederic and Mary Stueven Rosenbauer. She attended Hillside Grove School in the Town of Schleswig. On June 26, 1930, she was married to Mr. Brocke in the Town of Schleswig. Mrs. Brocker was a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ at Kiel, the Church Guild, Eaton Union Ladies Aid, Royal Neighbors of America, New Holstein Chapter, was past president of Kiel Senior Citizens, past president and charter member of Chilton of Chilton Eagles Auxiliary 1288, was Eagle Mother of the Year and a member of General Arts Homemakers Club of Kiel. Survivors include her widower; three sons, (private) ; three daughters, (private); 18 grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers, Werner Rosenbauer of Osman and Fred Rosenbauer of New Holstein; and three sisters, Mrs. Anida Jochmann and Miss Mary Rosenbauer, both of New Holstein and Mrs. Edwin (Hulda) Quante of Withee. A sister preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ at Kiel. The Rev. John Baumann will officiate, and burial will be in Eaton Union Cemetery in the Town of Eaton, Manitowoc County. Friends of Mrs. Brocker may call after 3 p.m. Tuesday at Erbe-Evjen Funeral Home, New Holstein, and at the church from 11 a.m. Wednesday until the time of services. A memorial fund has been established. Fond Du Lac Reporter, Monday, January 17, 1977 P. 10 ******** Mrs. Milton (Christina) Brocker, 66, of 903 Sixth St., Kiel, died Sunday afternoon. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel. The Rev. John Baumann will officiate with burial in Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton, Manitowoc County. Mrs. Brocker, nee Christina Rosenbauer, was born July 13, 1910, in the Town of Schleswig, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Frederic and Mary Stueven Rosenbauer. She was married to Milton Brocker June 26, 1930, in the Town of Schleswig. She was a member of St. Peter U.C.C. Eaton Union Ladies Aid Society and member and past president of Kiel Senior Citizens and Chilton Eagles Auxiliary No. 1288. Survivors include her husband, Milton; three sons, Ralph of Chilton and Marvin and Jerome of New Holstein; three daughters, Mrs. Frank (Bernice) Groh and Mrs. Robert (Jean) Evjen, of New Holstein and Mrs. John (LaVerne) Kabat, of Fond du Lac; two brothers, Werner Rosenbauer of Osman and Fred Rosenbauer of New Holstein; three sisters, Mrs. Anida Jochmann and Miss Mary Rosenbauer of New Holstein and Mrs. Edwin (Hulda) Quante of Withee, 18 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A sister preceded her in death. Friends may call at Erbe-Evjen Funeral Home, New Holstein, after 3 p.m. Tuesday and at the church from 11 a.m. Wednesday until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established. Herald Times Reporter, January 17, 1977 P. 3 ******** St. Nazianz The wedding of Milton Brocker of here and Miss Christina Rosenbauer of near Kiel took place on Thursday at the Bethlehem Reformed Church at Meggers. In the evening a wedding dance was held at Cedar Lake pavilion and a large number of local people attended. The couple will make their home in St. Nazianz. They will live upstairs at Math Wollersheim's. Mr. Brocker is the electrician here. Manitowoc Herald News - June 28,, 1930 - page 11 ******** Christina E. nee Rosenbauer (July 13, 1910-Jan. 16, 1977 –wife of Milton Brocker [married June 26, 1930 at Bethlehem United Church of Christ, Town of Schleswig] –daughter of Frederic Rosenbauer and Mary Stueven –born Town of Schleswig –at time of death lived at 903 6th Street, Kiel –died from “pulmonary embolism, suspected – arteriosclerotic heart disease with arterial fibrillation –congestive heart failure –gouty arthritis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 23-53] [death record Manitowoc 77-419]
CHRISTINA BROCKER (d. 1927) Funeral services for the late Mrs. Paul Brocker, of the town of Eaton were held Saturday afternoon, officiated by Rev. Wm. Shclei of Collins. Burial was made in the Eaton cemetery. Mrs. Broker, nee Tena Kurz, was born in Germany on January 8, 1866, and was brought to the United States with her parents at the age of 8 years. The family settled in the town of Chilton. At the age of 19 years she married Mr. Brocker. They have been residents of the town of Eaton for 41 years. Several weeks ago Mrs. Broker was taken ill with pneumonia from which she never recovered. Heart failure was the immediate cause of her death, which occurred last Wednesday evening at 10 o’clock. The survivors are her husband; five children, Mrs. Andrew Zeiner of Meggers, Mrs. Ed Sievert of Schleswig, Mrs. Wm. Koepp of Gravesville, George Brocker of Eaton and Bertha at home;; a sister, Mrs. Albert Chipper of Oshkosh, 4 grandchildren, and three brothers, unknown. Tri-County Record, June 2, 1927 ******** Christina (Tena) nee Kutz (Jan. 18, 1866-May 25, 1927 –wife of Paul Broker [married March 20, 1885 in a civil ceremony in St. Nazianz, Town of Eaton] –daughter of Jacob Kutz and Marie Troom –born Germany –immigrated to the US with her parents in 1874, with the family settling in Chilton, Calumet County –died from “chronic myocarditis –accompanied by CPC of liver and lungs, 5 years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 5-237] [death record Manitowoc 23-160]
EDWIN BROCKER Edwin Broecker(sic), son of Mr. and Mrs. C. Broecker, St. Paul st., passed away on Monday morning at 2 o'clock at the home of his parents, after being ill with pneumonia. Deceased was born Feb. 22, 1892 in the town of Eaton, Manitowoc county. He was raised and reared on his father's farm. For some time he followed the mason trade. After that he worked for his brother, Arthur, on the farm. Last November he came to Kiel to live with his parents. He was in poor health all winter. Mr. Broecker leaves to mourn his untimely death, his aged parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Broecker, two brothers, Frederick of Eaton and Arthur of Meggers, and six sisters, Mrs. Rud. Schroeder of New Holstein, Mrs. Ed. Boeselager of Kiel, Mrs. Louis Hasee of Reedsville, Mrs. August Boeselager of Kohler, Mrs. George Bosma of Eaton, and Mrs. Herman Sievert of Schleswig. The funeral will take place Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the residence of the parents. Burial at the Union cemetery in the town of Eaton. Rev. Saewert of the Reformed church of Plymouth will officiate. 1925 ******** Edwin R. (Feb. 22, 1892-April 6, 1925 [death date comes from death record] –single –son of Charles Brocker and Elisabeth Lechler –born Town of Eaton –farmer –died from “pneumonia, 7 days”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 21-544]
ELIZABETH BROCKER Funeral services for Mrs. Carl Brocker, who died as a result of heart trouble at her home in this city Wednesday morning of last week, were held from the home at 2 o'clock and from the Reformed church on Saturday afternoon at 2:30. Burial was made in the Eaton cemetery, with the Rev. Otto Saewert conducting the rites. Mrs. Brocker, nee Elizabeth Lechler, was born January 19, 1856 in Manitowoc, and was married to Carl Brocker on October 20, 1876. The couple then moved to Chilton, then to Eaton, and in 1921 came to this city. Besides her husband she leaves to mourn her death the following children: Mrs. Rudolph Schroeder of New Holstein; Mrs. E. Boeselager of Kiel, Mrs. Louis Haese of Reedsville, Mrs. George Bosma of Eaton, Mrs. Herman Sievert of Schleswig; and Fred and Arthur Brocker. One son Edwin passed away in 1925. Two brothers, Ferdinand and Christian Lechler of near Kiel, one sister, Mrs. Emilia Westphal, 20 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren also survive. The deceased was a member of the Eaton Frauenverein, and the Reformed chuch of this city. - May 1929 ******** MRS. CHAS. BROCKER DIES AT KIEL Mrs. Charles Brocker, 73, a resident of Kiel for ten years died there this week and funeral services will be held Saturday from the home. The deceased, whose maiden name was Elizabeth Lechler, was born January 19, 1856, on a farm near Manitowoc, the daughter of Christian and Ernestina Lechler. She lived with her parents on the farm until she grew to womanhood. On October 20, 1876, she was united in marriage to Charles Brocker of Manitowoc, and soon after the nuptials the couple settled on a farm in the town of Chilton, on which they resided for 15 years. They then moved to a farm in the towns of Schleswig and Eaton, where they continued to reside until the spring of 1929, at which time they disposed of the property and moved to Kiel, where they since lived. The husband and eight children survive. The couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary October 20, 1926. Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, May 17, 1929 p.2 ******** Elizabeth nee Lechler Haak (Jan. 19, 1856-May 15, 1929 –wife of Ferdinand Haak [married Sept. 10, 1873 in religious ceremony in Town of Eaton –divorced –Ferdinand then re-married to Ricka Berk on Dec. 30, 1875 in a civil ceremony in Town of Eaton –Ferdinand was the son of Carl Haak and Catherina] –after this divorce, Elizabeth re-married to Charles Brocker [married Oct. 20, 1876 in a religious ceremony in Town of Schleswig] –daughter of Christian Lechler and Ernestine Pautz –born in Manitowoc County –died from “myocarditis –apoplexy”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [first marriage record Manitowoc 4-73] [second marriage Manitowoc 4-109] [death record Manitowoc 24-439]
FRIEDERICK BROCKER Frederick C. Brocker, 82, of 903 6th St., Kiel, died at 4:30 a.m. today at the home of his son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Milton C. Brocker, R. 1, New Holstein. He had been making his home there since his illness three weeks ago. Born Sept. 21, 1881, in the Town of Chilton, the son of the late Charles and Elisabeth Brocker, the family later moved to the Town of Eaton. He was married Oct. 14, 1904, to Ida Bosma of the Town of Eaton. They operated a farm in that township for 39 years before retiring in 1943 and moving to Kiel. The couple observed their golden wedding anniversary in October, 1945. Mrs. Brocker died in May, 1956. Mr. Brocker was a member of St. Peter United Church of Christ in Kiel. Besides his son, Milton, he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Alfon Rabe of R. 1, Kiel, and Mrs. Lorena Ruh of Valders; 15 grandchildren and 16 great- grandchildren; and two sisters, Mrs. George Bosma of R. 1, Kiel, and Mrs. Herman Sievert of Kiel. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at St. Peter United Church of Christ with the Rev. Vernon E. Jaberg, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home in Kiel from 3 p.m. Thursday to 11 a.m. Friday and then at the church from noon until the time of services. The Sheboygan Press - Wednesday, September 16, 1964 – P. 10 ******** Friederick Christian (Sept. 21, 1881-Sept. 16, 1964 –husband of Ida Bosma [married Oct. 14, 1904 in civil ceremony, Kiel] –son of Charles Brocker and Elisabeth Lechler –born Town of Chilton, Calumet County –farmer in Town of Eaton –retired from the farm and moved to Kiel in 1943 –residence at time of death was 903 Sixth Street, Kiel –died from “acute coronary occlusion, half hour –arteriosclerotic heart disease, 2 plus years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 7-349] [death record Manitowoc 60-51]
IDA BROCKER Mrs. Fred Brocker, 69, of 903 6th St., Kiel died at 11:45 p.m. Saturday at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Alfon Rabe of R. 1, Kiel. Nee Ida Bosma, she was born in the town of Eaton on March 29, 1887 a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Sent Bosma. She was married to Mr. Brocker Oct. 14, 1904 and lived on a farm in the town of Eaton until 1943 when the couple retired and moved to Kiel. She was a charter member of the Eaton Ladies Aid Society and a member of the Women’s Guild of St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church of Kiel and of the Kiel Frauenverein. Mr. and Mrs. Brocker celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in October of 1954. Survivors include her husband, a son Milton of New Holstein, two daughters, Mrs. Alfon (Oliva) Rabe of R. 1, Kiel and Mrs. Jacob (Lorena) Ruh of rural Manitowoc, 14 grandchildren, four great grandchildren, three brothers, Alfred Bosma of New Holstein, George of R. 1, Kiel and Harry of R. 2, Sheboygan, and two sisters, Mrs. John Spettel of Kiel and Mrs. Edwin Pohl of Sheboygan Falls. Mrs. Brocker was preceded in death by two sisters. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church, Kiel, the E. L. Worthman, pastor, officiating. Burial will be made in the Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel until 11 a.m. Tuesday and at the church from noon until the time of services. The Sheboygan Press - Monday, May 28, 1956 – P. 20 ******** Ida Mary nee Bosma (March 29, 1887-May 26, 1956 –wife of Friederick Brocker [married Oct. 14, 1904 in civil ceremony, Kiel] –daughter of Sent Bosma and Anna Christina Sievert –born Town of Eaton –residence at time of death was 903 Sixth Street, Kiel –died from “cerebral vascular accident, 1 week –hypertensive and generalized arteriosclerosis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 7-349] [death record Manitowoc 49-559]
JEROME "ROMY" BROCKER Jerome “Romy” A. Brocker, age 63, of 2112 Prospect St., New Holstein, died Thursday afternoon, July 8, 1999, at Long Lake, Wis., after suffering an apparent heart attack. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 13, 1999, at St. John’s UCC, New Holstein. Revs. James Werner, Pastor and Albert K. Borns will officiate with burial at the Eaton Cemetery, town of Eaton. He was born August 31, 1935, in St. Nazianz, son of the late Milton and Christena Rosenbauer Brocker. Romy was a 1953 graduate of New Holstein High School. On April 23, 1960, he married Rosalie “Lee” Petersen. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Romy was the union representative for AFL-CIO Machinist and Aerospace Workers in New Holstein for a better part of his life until his retirement. He also taught hunter safety program at Outdoors, Inc. for 25 years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and riding his ATV and playing cards with friends. He was a member of St. John’s UCC in New Holstein. Survivors include his wife, Rosalie; one son, Bruce (Donna) Brocker, and their son, Zachary; two brothers, Ralph (Irene) Brocker, Florida, Marvin “Mort” (Barbara) Brocker, New Holstein; three sisters, Bernice (Frank) Groh, New Holstein, LaVerne (John) Kabat, Fond du Lac, and Jean (Bernie) Fraser, Sheboygan; his step-mother, Trudy Brocker, New Holstein; and his dog, Ryley. Friends may all at the Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, Kiel from 4-8 p.m. Monday and at the church on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m A Scholarship fund has been established in the name of Jerome A. Brocker. Herald Times Reporter, July 10, 1999 P. A2 ******** Jerome A. (Romy) (Aug. 13, 1935-July 8, 1999 –husband of Rosalie Peterson [married April 23, 1960 at St. John United Church of Christ, New Holstein, Calumet County] –son of Milton Brocker and Christina Rosenbauer –born Manitowoc County –served in the US Army) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 15-361]
JOHANN BROCKER John (1814-Feb. 3, 1892 –husband of Wilhelmina Lomke –born in Pomerania, Germany –immigrated to the US with wife and family in 1855, settling in Manitowoc County) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [died in Winnebago County]
MILTON C. BROCKER Milton C. Brocker, 93, of 2000 Taft St., New Holstein, died Wednesday evening, January 6, 1999, at Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center where he was a patient for one day. He was born March 17, 1905, in the Town of Eaton, a son of the late Frederick and Ida Bosma Brocker. He attended Elder Grove School and Chicago Engineer Works. On June 26, 1930, he married Christina Rosenbauer in the Town of Schleswig. She preceded him in death on January 16, 1977. On June 3, 1978, he married Gertrude “Trudy” Muenster Genal. He worked for a number of years at the Manitowoc Shipyards. Prior to his retirement in 1976, he owned and operated Brocker Electric, Kiel, for many years. He was a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Kiel. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by one sister, one granddaughter and one step son, Carl John Genal. No newspaper named, 1999 ******** Milton C. Brocker, age 93, of 2000 Taft St., New Holstein, died Wednesday evening, January 6, 1999, at Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center, where he was a patient for one day. Funeral Services will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, January 10, 1999, at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Kiel. Rev. Raymond C. Coombs will officiate with burial in the town of Eaton Cemetery on Monday. He was born on March 17, 1905, in the town of Eaton, son of the late Frederick and Ida Bosma Brocker. He attended Elder Grove School and Chicago Engineer Works. On June 26, 1930, he married Christena Rosenbauer in the town of Schleswig. She preceded him in death on January 16, 1977. On June 3, 1978, he married Gertrude “Trudy” Muenster Genal. He worked for a number of years at the Manitowoc Shipyards. Prior to his retirement in 1976 he owned and operated Brocker Electric, Kiel, for many years. He was a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Kiel. Survivors include his wife Gertrude “Trudy”, New Holstein; three sons: Ralph (Irene) Brocker, Dansville, Mich., Marvin “Mort” (Barbara) Brocker, New Holstein, Jerome (Rosalie) Brocke, New Holstein; three daughters, Bernice (Francis) Groh, New Holstein, LaVerne (John) Kabat, Fond du Lac, Jean Brocker &fiancé, Bernie Fraser, Sheboygan; one step-son, Robert (Doris) Genal, Oshkosh; one step-daughter-in-law, Diane Genal, New Holstein; and two step-daughters, Patricia (Ray) Smith, Oshkosh, and JoAnn (Ronald) Beck, Omro. He is further survived by 19 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild; ten step-grandchildren, eleven step-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Lorena Ruh, Valders. He was preceded in death by one sister, one granddaughter, and one stepson, Carl John Genal. Friends may call at the church on Sunday from 1:30 p.m. until the time of service at 4 p.m. A memorial has been established for the Organ Chancel Fund at St. Peter’s UCC, Kiel. Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, Kiel, is assisting the family. Herald Times Reporter, January 9, 1999 ******** Milton Carl (March 17, 1905-Jan. 6, 1999 –husband of Christina Rosenbauer [married June 26, 1930 at Bethlehem United Church of Christ, Town of Schleswig] –after the death of Christina in 1977, re-married to Gertrude Muenster Genal [married June 3, 1978 at St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel –Gertrude was born July 14, 1909 of Rudolph Muenster and Caroline Dumke] –son of Frederick C. Brocker and Ida Bosma –born Town of Eaton –from 1931 to 1944 owned Brocker Electric in St. Nazianz –later opened a Brocker Electric in Kiel, where he remained until his retirement in 1976 –on May 11, 1931 purchased the house at 102 South Fourth Avenue in St. Nazianz –Milton used this house as both his residence and as his place of business in selling electronic products –lived and worked in this building until selling in 1944 –residence at time of death was 2000 Taft Street, New Holstein, Calumet County) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [first marriage record Manitowoc 23-53] [second marriage record Manitowoc 73-149] [death record Sheboygan 142-467]
PAUL BROCKER Paul Brocker of Gravesville Passes Away After Illness Chilton – Paul Brocker, aged 76, retired farmer, died at 9 a.m. Friday at his home at Gravesville, after having been ill for a week. Mr. Brocker was born at Eaton, in Manitowoc county and was married there to Christina Kurtz, who died May 25, 1927. Mr. Brocker was a farmer in Manitowoc county practically all his life. Seven years ago he returned and moved to Gravesville. Survivors are: A son, George, Town of Eaton, Manitowoc county; four daughters, Bertha, at home; Mrs. Andrew Zeiner and Mrs. Edmund Seivert, both of Town Schleswig and Mrs. William Koepp of Charlestown, Calumet county; two brothers, Ewald of Chilton and Charles of Kiel; two sisters, Mrs. Rudolph Pruess, New Holstein and Mrs. Louis Broker, Norfolk, Neb., and three grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. at the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral Home at Chilton. The Rev. Edmund L. Hennig of the Ebenezer Reformed church at Chilton will officiate and burial will be made in the Town of Eaton cemetery. The Sheboygan Press - Saturday, June 2, 1934 – P. 2 ******** Paul (May 1858-June 1, 1934 –husband of Christina Kutz [married March 20, 1885 in civil ceremony in St. Nazianz, Town of Eaton] –son of John Brocker and Wilhelmina –born Town of Eaton –farmer in Town of Eaton, retired in 1927 –residence since the death of his wife Christina was Gravesville, Calumet County –died from “acute cardiac dilatation –myocarditis –arteriosclerosis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 5-237] [death record Calumet 9-332]
ROSALIE "LEE" BROCKER Rosalie (Lee) nee Petersen (Nov. 11, 1938-Sept. 29, 2002 –wife of Jerome Brocker [married April 23, 1960 at St. John United Church of Christ, New Holstein, Calumet County] –daughter of Myron Petersen and Olive King –born Delta County, Michigan –registered nurse –nurse at nursing home –died from “pneumonia, days –aspiration, days –Alzheimer’s disease, years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 15-361] [death record Calumet 33-45]
TRUDY BROCKER Gertrude "Trudy" Brocker, age 95 of Oshkosh, formerly of New Holstein, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 20, 2004 at the Aurora Medical Center. She was born on July 14, 1909 in New Holstein, Wisconsin a daughter of the late Rudolph and Carrie (Dumke) Muenster. She married Carl Genal in Oshkosh in 1932. He preceded her in death in November of 1976. She married Milton Brocker in Keil in 1978. He preceded her in death on January 6, 1999. Gertrude was a graduate of the Oshkosh Business College in 1930 and had owned, operated and retired from the former Carl & Trudys Food Mart (1956-1968). She was a member of the Senior Citizens, Historical Society, past member of Civic Society, Liberal Arts and Tuesday Auction Bridge. She is survived by a son, Robert (Doris) Genal of Oshkosh; two daughters, Patricia Smith of Oshkosh and JoAnn (Ron) Beck of Omro; two step-sons, Mort (Barb) Brocker of New Holstein, Ralph (Irene) Brocker of Florida; three step-daughters, Bernice (Frank) Groh of New Holstein, Laverne (John) Kabot of Fond du Lac, Jean (Bernie) Fraser of Milwaukee. She is further survived by 10 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren; 18 step-grandchildren, 33 step-great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Diane Genal and a step-daughter-in-law, Norma Brocker both of New Holstein, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a son, Carl Genal Jr.; brothers, Fred, Howard and Donald Muenster; sisters, Elsa Knight, Mary Lou Vollstedt; sister-in-law, Margaret Genal-Anderson and son-in-law, Ray Smith; step-son and daughter-in-law, Romy (Lee) Brocker. Funeral services for Gertrude will be held on Saturday, October 23, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. at the Seefeld Family of Funeral Chapels, 300 N. Eagle Street with the Reverend Raymond C. Coombs of St. Peters Church in Kiel officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the funeral chapel on Saturday from 2:00 p.m. until the time of services. A memorial fund is being established in her name. Seefeld Funeral and Cremation Services Online Obituary
ELDON W. BUCHHOLZ Eldon W. Buchholz, 91, formerly of rural Kiel died Sunday morning May 4, 2014 at Willowpark Place, New Holstein where he had been a resident for the past three years. He was born on November 5, 1922 in rural Kiel, son of the late Herman & Hulda (Westphalen) Buchholz. Eldon attended school in the Town of Schleswig. On June 22, 1946 he was united in marriage to Mariele L. Klemme at St. Peter UCC, Kiel. Eldon and Mariele farmed together in the Town of Eaton for many years. Mariele preceded him in death on March 13, 2013. He was a member of St. Peter UCC, Kiel. Eldon dedicated his life to his family and the farm. He enjoyed going Polka Dancing on Sundays and in later years would take bus trips with Mariele. Survivors include his two children: Allen (Bette) Buchholz, rural Kiel, Bev (Paul) Schwoerer, Kiel and nine grandchildren; Keith (Brenda) Buchholz, Sara (Mike) Schwarz, Amy (Steve) Plate, Jodi (Ben) Conrad, Holly (Matt) Dittmer, Jill (Matt) Wilkens, Gina (Mitch) Reid, Paul Mueller and Scott Mueller. She is further survived by thirteen great grandchildren; Emily, Logan, Josh, Melanie, Jessica, Natalie, Alex, Kendyl, Kylie, Addilyn, Grace, Ava and Claire. his son-in-law; Myron "Moose" (Marlene) Mueller, rural Kiel, a sister; Eunice Hoefler, New Holstein. Eldon was preceded in death by his wife; Mariele, a daughter; Annette Mueller, two sisters; Wilma Buchholz, Bernice (Harvey) Hameister, a brother; Lester Buchholz and brother-in-law; Joe Hoefler. According to Eldon's wishes there will be no services. Cremation has taken place with burial at Eaton Cemetery. Eldon's family would like to extend a thank you to the nurses at Hospice Advantage and to all the wonderful nurses and staff at Willowpark for care and compassion shown to Eldon. Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home of Kiel is assisting with funeral arrangements. Online condolences at www.meiselwitzfh.com Sheboygan Press May 8, 2014
HERMAN BUCHHOLZ Herman J. Buchholz, 86, a former town of Schleswig farmer, died Thursday morning, Oct. 29, at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton, where he had been a patient for the past two weeks. Funeral services will be 8 p.m. Friday at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. The Rev. Robert Tussing, assistant pastor at St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel, will officiate and burial will be in Eaton Cemetery, Town of Eaton. Mr. Buchholz was born March 22, 1895, at Kiel, son of the late Joseph and Albertina Rades Buchholz. He attended Kiel schools. He served with the United States Army during World War I. He married Hulda Westphalen Sept. 18, 1917, at Bethlehem United Church of Christ, Town of Schleswig. The couple farmed in the Town of Schleswig until a year ago when they made their home with their daughter and son-in-law, Joseph and Eunice Hoefler. Mr. Buchholz was a member of Kasper-Bechle-Wilkens American Legion Post No. 99 of Kiel. Survivors include his wife, Hulda; two sons, Lester and Eldon of rural Kiel; twin daughters, Mrs. Joseph (Eunice) Hoefler of Route 1, New Holstein, and Mrs. Harvey (Bernice) Hameister of Sheboygan; 10 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, a granddaughter, two brothers and five sisters. Friends may call at Meiselwitz Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Friday until the time of services. A memorial service will be conducted by V.F.W. Post of Kiel at 6:30 p.m. Friday. Herald Times Reporter, October 29, 1981 P. 3 ******** Notes from Schleswig A double marriage took place at the Bethlehem Church last Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, when Pastor Siewert married Mr. Herman Buchholz and Miss Hilda Westphalen and Mr. Edgar Roehl and Miss Arenia Westphalen. The attendants for the first mentioned couple were Carl Buchholz, Bessie Wirth, Arthur Broecker and Cecilia Spettel and for the second couple, Edwin Rahborn, Edna Braunstedt, Roland Westphalen and Esther Ninmer. The wedding was celebrated at Brickheimer's Hall at Steinthal. The brides are sisters and daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Westphalen of the Town of Eaton. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Sept. 27, 1917 ******** Herman (March 22, 1895-Oct. 29, 1981 –husband of Hulda Westphalen [married Sept. 18, 1917 in Town of Schleswig] –son of Joseph Buchhloz [born Wisconsin] and Albertina Rades [born in Germany] –born in Wisconsin –army veteran from WWI –farmer –on July 9, 1941 purchased the 80 farm at 8913 Lax Chapel Road in Section 34, Town of Eaton –residence at time of death was W1061 Foundry Road, New Holstein, Calumet County –died from “aspiration pneumonia and pulmonary edema, 1 day –post operation, 2 weeks –surgery on Oct. 21, 1981 for sigmoid colon [cannot read] –arteriosclerotic heart disease –diabetes mellitus”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 13-421] [death record Calumet 23-647]
HULDA BUCHHOLZ Hulda M. Buchholz, 92, a former Town of Eaton resident, died Sunday morning, March 5, 1989, at Calumet Homestead, New Holstein. The former Hulda Westphalen was born July 19, 1896, in the town of Eaton, the daughter of the late Ferdinand and Amelia Lechler Westphalen. She attended the former Elder Grove School in the town of Eaton. On Sept. 18, 1917, she married Herman Buchholz at Bethlehem United Church of Christ in the town of Schleswig. The couple farmed in the town of Schleswig before moving in with their daughter, Eunice Hoefler, in the town of New Holstein. He preceded her in death Oct. 29, 1981. She was a member of the Eaton Ladies Aid for approximately 60 years. Survivors include twin daughters, Joseph (Eunice) Hoefler, rural New Holstein, and Harvey (Bernice) Hameister, Sheboygan; a son, Eldon (Mariele), rural Kiel; 10 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; a great great grandson. A daughter; a son; a granddaughter; three brothers; and two sisters preceded her in death. Funeral services were held Tuesday at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. Burial was in the Eaton Cemetery. The Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, assisted the family with arrangements. Chilton Times Journal – March 9, 1989 ******** Hulda (Irma) nee Westphalen (July 19, 1896-March 5, 1989 –wife of Herman Buchholz [married Sept. 18, 1917 in Town of Schleswig] –daughter of Ferdinand Westphalen and Amelia Lechler –born in Wisconsin –died from “congestive heart failure, 6 months –arteriosclerotic heart disease, 10 years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 13-421] [death record Calumet 27-44]
LESTER BUCHHOLZ Lester O. Buchholz, 65 of route 1, Steinthal Road, Kiel, died Tuesday morning, November 22, 1988, at St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan, shortly after admittance. Funeral services will be 8 p.m. Friday at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. Rev. James Sl_____ will officiate with burial in Eaton Cemetery. Mr. Buchholz was born August 1, 1920, in the Town of Schleswig, son of Hulda Westphalen and the late Herman Buchholz. He attended Woodland Park School in the Town of Schleswig and was a Veteran of World War II Army serving European Theatre. Mr. Buchholz farmed most of his life in the Town of Schleswig. He was a member of Kiel VFW Post 6707. Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Hulda Buchholz of Calumet Homestead, New Holstein, a brother and sister-in-law, Eldon and Mariele Buchholz of rural Kiel; twin sisters, Mrs. Joseph (Eunice) Hoeller of rural New Holstein and Mrs. Harry (Bernice) Hameister of Sheboygan; 10 nieces and nephews; 15 great nieces and nephews and a great great nephew. He was preceded in death by his father, a sister and a niece. Friends may call at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, after 5 p.m. Friday and until the hour of service. The Kiel V.F.W. Post 6707 will have a memorial service at 7 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home. A memorial has been established in his name. Herald Times Reporter, November 23, 1988 P. 20. ******** Lester Oscar (August 1, 1920-Nov. 22, 1988 –husband of Margaret Zimmerman [married June 14, 1947 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Kiel –divorced] –son of Herman Buchholz and Hulda Westphalen –army veteran from WWII –farmer in Town of Schleswig –from May 15, 1969 to Nov. 10, 1987 owned 5 acres of recreational swamp land in the NE 1/4 of Section 29, Town of Eaton –died from “pulmonary embolism, acute –thrombosis of thigh-right, days –surgery to right knee, 1 month –non-traumatic knee cap replacement”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 37-278] [death record Manitowoc 91-362]
MARIELE L. BUCHHOLZ Mariele L. Buchholz, 88, formerly of rural Kiel, died Wednesday evening, March 13, 2013 at Willowpark Residence, New Holstein where she resided the past 1 1/2 years. She was the former Mariele Klemme, born April 4, 1924 in the Town of Schleswig, daughter of the late Otto & Linda (Boeger) Klemme. Mariele attended Rockville Grade School and was a 1942 graduate of Kiel High School. On June 22, 1946 she married Eldon Buchholz at St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Kiel. She was a secretary at Stoelting Company, Kiel before her marriage. She took great pride in raising her family and farming with Eldon in the Town of Eaton. Mariele was a member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Kiel and the Eaton Ladies Aid. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, collecting stamps, plastic canvas stitching and crosswords. Survivors include her husband of 66 years, Eldon of New Holstein, two children: Allen (Bette) Buchholz, rural Kiel, Bev (Paul) Schwoerer, Kiel and nine grandchildren; Keith (Brenda) Buchholz, Sara (Mike) Schwarz, Amy (Steve) Plate, Jodi (Ben) Conrad, Holly (Matt) Dittmer, Jill (Matt) Wilkens, Gina (Mitch) Reid, Paul Mueller and Scott Mueller. She is further survived by eleven great grandchildren; Emily, Logan, Josh, Melanie, Jessica, Natalie, Alex, Kendyl, Kylie, Addilyn & Grace, son-in-law, Myron "Moose" (Marlene) Mueller, rural Kiel, two sisters-in-law, Eunice Hoefler, New Holstein, Bernice Hameister, Sheboygan Falls, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Annette Mueller, infant brother, Clinton Klemme, sister-in-law, Wilma Buchholz and brothers-in-law, Joe Hoefler, Harvey Hameister and Lester Buchholz. According to Mariele's wishes there will be no services. Cremation has taken place with burial at Eaton Cemetery at a later date. Mariele's family would like to extend their thanks to St. Nicholas Hospital Home Health & Hospice staff and Willowpark Residence staff for the wonderful care she received.
WILMA RUTH BUCHHOLZ Miss Buchholz Summoned Friday After An Illness Miss Wilma Ruth Buchholz, 18, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Buchholz of the town of Schleswig, passed away at 9:45 a.m. Friday, after a long illness. She was born September 29, 1919, in the town of Eaton, where she received her early education in the district school. Later the family moved to a farm in the town of Schleswig. She is survived by her parents, twin sisters, Eunice and Bernice, and two brothers, Lester and Eldon, all at home. Funeral services will be conducted Monday at the E.J. Meiselwitz Funeral home in Kiel at 1:30 p.m. and at the First Presbyterian church at 2 p.m. with the Rev. E. L. Worthman in charge. Burial will be made in Rockville cemetery (sic). Friends may view the body at the funeral home from this evening until the time of services. The Sheboygan Press - August 7, 1937 - P. 8 ******** (Note: The obit indicates Rockville cemetery, but she is found in the Eaton cemetery.) ******** REPORT OF THE COUNTY JUDGE ON TUBERCULAR PATIENTS TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, WISCONSIN Gentlemen: In accordance with the duties which are provided for in the Statutes, I beg leave to submit my report of all proceedings and hearings relative to tubercular patients had and determined since the filing of my last report, January 1, 1936, up to and including the first day of January, 1937 Edward S. Schmitz, County Judge Wilma Buchholz, resident of the Town of Schleswig. Committed to Maple Crest Sanatorium on the 31st day of March, 1936. Examining physician, Dr. Steven O'Donnell. ******** Wilma Ruth (Sept. 29, 1919-Aug. 6, 1937 –single –daughter of Herman Buchholz and Hulda Westphalen –born Town of Eaton –student –on March 31, 1936 sent to the Maple Crest Sanatorium due to tuberculosis –died from “pulmonary tuberculosis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 31-437]
DOROTHY CHRISTOPHERSON Dorothy Ann Christopherson, age 86, of Kiel, died on Thursday, February 14, 2013, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton. She was born April 21, 1926 in Jericho, daughter of the late August & Theresa (Broeckel) Heimermann. She married Clayton S. Christopherson on April 11, 1945 in Chilton; he preceded her in death on June 14, 1981. Dorothy was a fabulous baker and was well known for the homemade bread she made. She was a fun loving person who enjoyed the company of others. Dorothy enjoyed dancing with her sisters to Jerry Schneider, and playing Sheepshead with her grandchildren. Dorothy loved all of her dogs and counted it a blessing to babysit all of her grandchildren. Survivors include her children: Leroy Christopherson, David (Donna) Christopherson, Roger (Dianne) Christopherson, Alan (Deb) Christopherson, Ann Gruett, Tammy (Kevin) Schnell; a daughter-in-law: Pat Christopherson; 13 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters: Rosie Nennig, Loretta Gerhartz; and a brother: Glenn (Joan) Heimermann. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a daughter: Joan; 2 sons: Jim & Eugene; a grandchild: Tracy; and 2 sisters: Pauline & Elsie. Funeral service will be at 12:00 Noon on Monday, February 18, 2013 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church (54 E. Main St.) in Chilton with the Rev. Bob Kollath officiating. Burial will be in the Town of Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the Wieting Family Funeral Home (411 W. Main St.) in Chilton from 8:00 am until 11:30 am on Monday, February 18, 2013.
CHRISTEN JOHN CHRISTOPHERSON Christon John "Christ" Christopherson, 91, of 23031 Cedar Rd., Kiel (Town of Eaton), died Saturday morning, Aug. 6, 2011, at his home. He was born Feb. 1, 1920, in the Town of Charlestown, son of the late Christen and Helen (Schultz) Christopherson. Christ was a 1938 graduate of Chilton High School. On Nov. 26, 1941, Christ enlisted in the US Army. He served as a Light Machine Gunner with the 41st Sunset Div. Company I of the 186th Infantry. He served during WWII in the SW Pacific New Guinea Campaign were he was wounded on April 22, 1944 at Humboldt Bay, Dutch New Guinea. During his time in service he was awarded five Overseas Bars, the American Defense Service Ribbon, Good Conduct Ribbon, a Purple Heart, the Asiatic Pacific Ribbon with three Battle Stars, a Victory Medal, his Combat Infantry Badge and a Bronze Star. He sailed on the warship Metsonia and returned home on the Hospital ship, Liberty. On Nov. 6, 1946, Christ married the former Margie Ibe at St. John Evangelical & Reformed Church in New Holstein. Upon returning from service, Christ was employed at Brillion Iron Works, AA Laun Furniture Co. and Arps Corp. He then worked for 38 years as the Orchard Supervisor for AT Hipke and Sons. Christ went on to the Neuser Orchard in New Holstein for three years until his retirement. Christ was a lifetime member of St. John UCC New Holstein. He was a long-time and dedicated member of the Grasshold Schmidlkofer Legion Post 125 of Chilton, lifetime member of the Military Order Purple Heart USA Post 162-Winnebago Chapter, lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans Post 11- Fond du Lac, lifetime member of VFW Post 6707- Badger Tri-County of Kiel, and a lifetime member of the Great Lakes Sports Fishermen Club. In his free time, he enjoyed cutting wood, hunting, fishing, gardening, spending time with his service seeing eye dog, Duke, and his other dogs, Susie and Quincy. He also enjoyed touring the farm in his Club Car. Survivors include his wife, Margie; his son, Daniel (Sandra) Christopherson, rural Kiel; daughter-in-law, Joanne Christopherson, Appleton; six grandchildren, William (Kristie) Christopherson , Kaukauna; Jennifer Christopherson, Kiel; Jason Christopherson, Appleton; Cherie Christopherson , Baltimore Md.; Amy (Mike) Fuhrmann, New Holstein; and Chris Christopherson, Kiel; four great-grandchildren, Tanner and Quinn Christopherson, Ava and Isaac Fuhrmann. Christ is also survived by a brother, Oliver (Ruth) Christopherson, Valders; and sister-in-law, Dorothy Christopherson, Kiel. He is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Gary Christopherson; his parents and a brother; Clayton "Sever" Christopherson. Funeral services for Christ will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 8, 2011, at St. John UCC, 2111 Church St., New Holstein, with the Rev. Kris Borns officiating. Friends may call at the church on Monday from 2 p.m. until the time of services. Burial in the Eaton Cemetery on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2011, at 9 a.m. with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in his name. Christ's family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Calumet County Home Healthcare and Hospice, especially Heidi Halfmann and Marilyn Greuel, for the wonderful care given the Christ and to Pastor Kris Borns for all the prayers and help given to them. Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home of Kiel. is assisting the family. Online condolences at www.meiselwitzfh.com. Published in Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter from August 7 to August 8, 2011 ******* Christen John (Feb. 1, 1920-Aug. 6, 2011 –husband of Margie Ibe [married Nov. 6, 1946 at St. John Evangelical and Reformed Church, New Holstein, Calumet County] –son of Christen Christopherson and Helen Schultz –born Town of Charlestown, Calumet County –Army veteran of WWII –“On Nov. 26, 1941, Christ enlisted in the US Army. He served as a Light Machine Gunner with the 41st Sundet Division, Company I of the 186th Infantry. He served during WWII in the SW Pacific New Guinea Campaign were he was wounded on April 22, 1944 at Humboldt Bay, Dutch New Guinea. During his time in service he was awarded five Overseas Bars, the American Defense Ribbon, Good Conduct Ribbon, a Purple Heart, the Asiatic Pacific Ribbon with three Battle Stars, a Victory Medal, his Combat Infantry Badge and a Bronze Star. He sailed on the warship Metsonia and returned home on the Hospital ship, Liberty.” –from obit –was wounded in both the back and the legs –“Upon returning from service, Christ was employed at Brillion Iron Works, AA Laun Furniture Company and Arps Corporation. He then worked for 38 years as the Orchard Supervisor for AT Hipke and Sons. Chirst went on to the Neuser Orchard in New Holstein for three years until his retirement.” –from obit –in his later years could not see or hear –lived at 23031 Cedar Road in Section 29, Town of Eaton) [marriage record Calumet 11-349] [death record Manitowoc 125-221] ******** Christopherson, Margie nee Ibe ( -wife of Christen Christopherson – adopted daughter of Rudolph Ibe and Lucy Lechler –born Dickenson County, Michigan –after the death of her parents, inherited their 80 farm at 23031 Cedar Road in Section 29, Town of Eaton on July 27, 1977 –lives at this address to this day) [marriage record Calumet 11-349]
CLAYTON S. CHRISTOPHERSON Clayton S. Christopherson, 60, of Route 1, Kiel, died Sunday June 14, at his home. He was born May 8, 1921 in Calumet County, a son of Christ and Helen Schultz Christopherson. In 1945 he married Dorothy Heimermann at Chilton. Mr. Christopherson farmed in the Town of Eaton and also worked for Manitowoc Shipbuilders. He was a member of Faith Lutheran church, Valders. Survivors are his wife; three daughters, Joan, Ann, and Tammy off of Route 1, Kiel, six sons, James and David both of Route 4, Chilton, Eugene, LeRoy, Roger and Alan, all of Route 1, Kiel; nine grandchildren; and two brothers, Christon of route 1, Kiel and Oliver of Valders. Funeral services were at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Oz Twedt officiated. Burial was in the Town of Eaton Cemetery. ******** Clayton S. Christopherson, 60, of Route 1, Kiel, died Sunday morning, June 14, at home, following an apparent heart attack. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Oz Twedt will officiate and burial will be in Town of Eaton Cemetery. Mr. Christopherson was born May 8, 1921, in Calumet County, son of the late Christ and Helen Schultz Christopherson. He married Dorothy Heimermann in 1945 at Chilton. He farmed in the Town of Eaton and had worked for Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; six sons, James and David of Route 4, Chilton, and Eugene, Leroy, Roger and Alan of Route 1, Kiel; three daughters, Joan, Ann and Tammy of Route 1, Kiel; two brothers, Christen of Route 1, Kiel, and Oliver of Valders and nine grandchildren. Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Chilton, after 4 p.m. Tuesday and at the church from 8:30 a.m. Wednesday until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, June 15, 1981 P. 3 ******** Clayton Sever (May 8, 1921-June 14, 1981 –husband of Dorothy Heimermann [married April 11, 1945 in civil ceremony at Chilton, Calumet County] –son of Christ Christopherson and Helen Schultz –born in Calumet County –on April 20, 1961 purchased the 80 acre farm at 7809 Highway 67 from Harold and Florence Neuhaus –Clayton and his wife Dorothy already owned the farm on the west side of Highway 67 –they continued to live in their house on the west side of Highway 67, while renting out the house at 7809 Highway 67 to their son James Christopherson –on April 4, 1979, sold the farmstead at 7809 along with 5.36 acres of land to their son Roger Christopherson and his wife Dianne Heimermann –with the death of Clayton in 1981, this farm was transferred to his wife Dorothy –died from “myocardial infarction, acute”) –buried at the Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 11-11] [death record Manitowoc 82-263]
EUGENE CHRISTOPHERSON Eugene Clayton Christopherson, died Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011 at the age of 64; he resided at the Manitowoc Health Care Center. Eugene was born May 8, 1947, in Manitowoc County, to Dorothy and the late Clayton Christopherson. He was a member of Faith Luther church in Valders. He is survived by his mother, Dorothy; brothers, David (Donna) of Chilton; Leroy, Roger (Diane), Alan (Deb), Kiel; two sisters, Ann Gruett of Chilton; Tammy (Kevin Schnell, Kiel and a sister-in-law, Pat Christopherson, Chilton. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Eugene was preceded in death by his father, Clayton; a sister, Joan; a brother, James; and a niece, Tracy Christopherson. Funeral service will be at Faith Lutheran Church in Valders with the Rev. Kay Richter officiating. Burial will be in the Town of Eaton Cemetery. Sheboygan Press – August 14, 2011
GARY LEE CHRISTOPHERSON Gary Lee Christopherson, age 60, of Appleton, passed peacefully at his home with his family at his side on Tuesday, May 26, 2009. Gary was born on February 15, 1949, in Sheboygan to Christon and Margie (Ibe) Christopherson. He married Joanne Christensen on May 19, 1973, in Amherst. Gary attended Elder Grove School and then transferred to Kiel Public School System, graduating from Kiel High School in 1967. He earned a B. S. degree from U. W. Stevens Point in 1972, in Wildlife Management, Biology and Education. Gary taught at DeForest Middle School for two years, Appleton Wilson Junior High School for 20 years and later retired from Appleton North High School. Although Gary was devoted to his teaching career, he lived for the weekends when he could hunt and fish with his sons, camp with his family, or simply relax. He especially enjoyed the time spent with his grandsons. Gary was a faithful and longtime member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church?Darboy. He was a loving and caring family man that enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, cooking and woodworking. Survivors include his wife of 36 years, Joanne; his sons, William (Kristie) Christopherson, and Jason Christopherson; his daughter Cherie Christopherson; his grandchildren, Tanner and Quinn Christopherson; his mother-in-law, Nedra Christensen; and many other dear relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Chris and Helen Christopherson and Rudolph and Lucy (Lechler) Ibe; his father-in-law, William Christensen; his brother-in-law, Scott Packer; and his nephew Joseph Carlson. The Funeral Liturgy will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 29, 2009, at HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC CHURCH?DARBOY CAMPUS, with Fr. David Beaudry officiating. Friends may call at the Wichmann Funeral Home, Menasha, on Thursday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and again directly at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of services. There will be a parish prayer and scripture service on Thursday at 7 p.m. Interment will be in Eaton Union Cemetery near Kiel. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to those who helped Gary and his family during his illness. Appleton Post Crescent May 27, 2009 ******** Gary Lee (Feb. 15, 1949-May 26, 2009 –husband of Joanne Christensen [married May 19, 1973 at Amherst, Portage County –son of Christon John Christopherson and Margie Violet Ibe –born in Wisconsin –graduated from U.W. Stevens Point in 1972 with a B.S. degree in Wildlife Management, Biology and Education –school teacher –“Gary taught at DeForest Middle School for two years, Appleton Wilson Junior High School for 20 years and later retired from Appleton North High School” –from obit –residence at time of death was 2311 South Horizon Drive, Appleton, Outagamie County) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Calumet 36-444]
JAMES L. CHRISTOPHERSON James L. "Jim" Christopherson age 60 of W1525 Hwy 151 in Chilton died on Wednesday February 8, 2006 at the Calumet Medical Center in Chilton. He was born August 31, 1945 in Manitowoc son of Dorothy (Heimermann) & the late Clayton Christopherson. He married Pat Ott on August 29, 1967 in Sherwood, WI. During his life, Jim worked as a welder throughout the area including Manitowoc Ship Building, and Mana Pro. Later, Jim worked at Tecumseh as a security guard. He was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church and enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, working on small engines and tinkering with anything he could get his hands on. Survivors include his wife: Pat of Chilton; his mother: Dorothy of Kiel; 3 children: Jamie Christopherson of Chilton, Julie Christopherson and special friend Pete Popp of Menasha, Jeremy Christopherson of Chilton; 5 brothers: Eugene, Leroy, David (Donna), Roger (Dianne), & Alan (Deb) Christopherson; 2 sisters: Ann Gruett & Tammy (Kevin) Schnell; his mother-in-law: Helen Krasniewski; 6 brothers & sisters-in-law: Kathy Weber, Ronnie (Bonnie) Ott, Peg (Tom) Giordana, Karen Ott, Tammy (Harv) Siebers, Terry (Laura) Ott; and his special companion: "Toby". Jim was preceded in death by his father: Clayton; a sister: Joan Wagner; a niece: Tracy Christopherson; father-in-law: Ken Ott; step father-in-law: Frank Krasniewski; 3 brothers-in-law: Tom & Mike Ott and Ed Weber; and a sister-in-law: Carla Ott. Funeral services will be at 7:30 PM on Saturday February 11, 2006 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Chilton, with the Rev. Tom Akpen officiating. Burial will be in the Town of Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the Wieting Family Funeral Home (411 W. Main St.) in Chilton from 2 - 7:00 PM on Saturday February 11, 2006 when family prayers will be held. Wieting Funeral Home Online Obituary ******** James Lloyd (Aug. 31, 1945-Feb. 8, 2006 –husband of Patricia Ott –son of Clayton Sever Christopherson and Dorothy Ann Heimermann –residence at time of death was W1525 US Highway 151 in Town of Charlestown, Calumet County –died from “right heart failure, minutes –severe pulmonary hypertension, weeks –aortic stenosis –cirrhosis of the liver”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Calumet 34-472]
MARGIE V. CHRISTOPHERSON Margie V. Christopherson, age 89, of Rural Kiel, died peacefully Friday, July 15, 2016 at Holy Family Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Margie was born on February 11, 1927 at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay. She was then adopted by her loving parents; the late Rudolph and Lucy (Lechler) Ibe. Margie attended Elder Grove, Kiel Jr High and graduated from Kiel High School with the class of 1944. On November 6, 1946 she married Christon "Christ" Christopherson at St. John Evangelical and Reformed Church, New Holstein. Christ preceded her in death on August 6, 2011. She took great pride in being a Domestic Engineer, and was known as "Margie can fix it". Margie was a lifelong member of St. John U.C.C.; baptized, confirmed and married at what was known as St. John Evangelical and Reformed Church until the merger with the Congregational Church which then was named St. John U.C.C. She served on the Church Council as President, Vice President, Secretary, Senior Church Choir, and was an Honorary member of the Women's Guild, Bible School Teacher as well as the Pastoral Search Committee. Margie was a former member of the Eaton Union Cemetery Ladies Aid, President of the Eaton Union Cemetery for 14 years. Margie served as Clerk of Elder Grove School, member of the KHS Band Mothers, KHS advisory and building community. Margie was a life member of the Military order of the Purple Heart Chapter 162, Disabled American Aux FDL Unit, Tri-County VFW Aux - Kiel Post 6707. She was a 70 year member of the Chilton American Legion Aux Unit 125. Margie enjoyed photography, deer and turkey hunting, fishing, woodworking, travel and gardening. She loved the great outdoors which she would always talk about being "God's Creation." Margie was a talented musician; she played the piano, harmonica, organ, violin, accordion and the cornet. She spent many hours watching sporting events of any kind, especially her grandchildrens. She is survived by her son, Daniel (Sandy) Christopherson, Kiel; daughter-in-law, Joanne Christopherson, Appleton, her God given friend and Pastor: Rev. Kris Lyn Borns, six grandchildren: Jennifer (Ken Spaeth) Christopherson, Amy (Mike) Fuhrmann, Chris (Whitney) Christopherson, William (Kristile) Christopherson, Jason (Teri) Christopherson, Cherie Christopherson; 5 great-grandchildren: Tanner and Quinn Christopherson, Maggie Christopherson, Ava and Isaac Fuhrmann, Amanda (James) Gilliam and Ryan (Karina) Spaeth; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Margie is further survived by her sister-in-law: Ruth Christopherson, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Margie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, son: Gary, sister-in-law Natalie (Bill) Kinley; brothers-in-law: Clayton (Dorothy) Christopherson and Oliver Christopherson, her beloved black lab, Susie and many dear relatives and friends. Funeral Services for Margie will be held at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at St Johns U.C.C., New Holstein. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Kris Lyn Borns. Margie will be laid to rest at Eaton Union Cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 from 2:00 PM until the time of service at 5:00 PM at the church. Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, Kiel is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to thank Holy Family Cancer Center as well as the 5th floor Physicians and staff at Holy Family Memorial Hospital for all of the care they gave to Margie during her final days. Sheboygan Press July 18, 2016
TRACY D. CHRISTOPHERSON Tracy Donna Christopherson, age 24, of 1170 Goss Ave. Menasha, died on Sunday March 2, 2003 in the Town of Charlestown. She was born on December 31, 1978 in Manitowoc daughter of David and Donna (LeClair) Christopherson. She received her Bachelors Degree in Computer Programming in Dec. of 2001 from Fox Valley Technical College, and last worked for the Franciscan Care and Rehabilitation Center in Appleton, before becoming a stay at home mother. She was a member of St. John Catholic Church in Menasha, the National Honors Society, the Phi Beta Kappa at Fox Valley Tech, and loved her special pets Lizzy and Hannah. She is survived by her fiance Craig Scherer, and their son David Louis Scherer of Menasha; her parents, David (Donna) Christopherson of Chilton; two brothers, Scott (Lori) Christopherson of New Holstein, and Curtis Christopherson of Chilton; maternal grandmother, Rosemary LeClair; paternal grandmother Dorothy Christopherson; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and close friends. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Eugene LeClair; paternal grandfather, Clayton Chirstopherson; an aunt, Joan Wagner; and an uncle Jeff LeClair. Funeral Services will be at 11 AM on Thursday March 6, 2003 at St. Martin Catholic Church in Charlestown with the Rev. Gary New S.D.S. officiating. Burial will follow in the Tn. of Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home of Chilton, 411 W. Main St., from 4 to 8 PM on Wednesday March 5, 2003 and again at the funeral home on Thursday from 9 to 10:30 AM when family prayers will be held. Wieting Funeral Home Online Obituary ******** Tracy D. (Dec. 31, 1978-March 2, 2003 –single –daughter of David Christopherson and Donna LeClair –residence at time of death was 1170 Goss Street, Menasha, Outagamie County –died from “accident –basil head injury with lower skull fracture, immediate –contused lungs, immediate –probable C-1 spine dislocation, immediate –motor vehicle accident –car left roadway at high speed, rolling numerous times, ejecting victim 75 feet into open field –accident happened at 2:00 a.m. at Church Road and US Highway 151, Chilton”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Calumet County 33-145]
FRIEDERICKA DANKE Notes From Schleswig: Mrs. Frederica Dank (sic) died Oct 15, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Philip Fluhr. She was born in Mecklenburg, Germany, May 18, 1831 and came to this country in 1862, and lived in New York for some years when she was married to Rudolph Dank. They came to Wisconsin in 1870 and settled on a farm here where they continued to resdie until her husband's death in 1890. Since that time she has made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Fluhr. The deceased was a good honest woman and was beloved by all who knew her. She leaves one daughter, Mrs. Fluhr and six grandchildren. The funeral was held last Wednesday afternoon and was largely attended. Interment was in the Eaton cemetery. Mr. Wm. Brockert officiated. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, October 26, 1911 pg. 8 ******** Friedericka nee Zarmsdorf (May 18, 1831-Oct. 15, 1911 –wife of Rudolph Danke –parents are marked as unknown on death record –born Germany –died from “senile gangrene of the leg –arteriosclerosis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 10-804]
LOIS M. DEPIES Lois M. Depies, 75, of 2327 Illinois Ave., New Holstein, died Sunday, July 1, 2007, at her home. She was born May 2, 1932, in Kiel, WI, a daughter of the late Howard C. & Anita (Ehlenbeck) Domke. Lois attended New Holstein Public Schools. On June 11, 1955, she married Paul W. Depies at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in New Holstein. Lois had worked at the Flex-E-Clog Co., Arps Corp. Depies Oil Co. Inc. and Depies Firestone. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in New Holstein. Survivors include her husband, Paul W. Depies, New Holstein; her children: David H. Depies, New Holstein; John J. (Linda) Depies, North Hudson, WI; William Depies, New Holstein; Edward P. (Liz) Depies, Plymouth; Patricia E. (Jeff) Ross, De Pere; her grandson, Brandon M. Ross; a brother, Harold E. Domke, Hobe Sound, FL; a niece, Debrah Beahan and a nephew, Michael Domke. She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard C. and Anita Domke and a sister-in-law, Betty Domke. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday July 6, 2007, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 1724 Madison Street, New Holstein. Burial will be in the Domke family plot in the Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 3 p.m. until the time of service. A memorial fund will be established in her name. The Sippel Funeral Home in New Holstein, 920-898-4300, is assisting the family. The Sheboygan Press, July 3, 2007 ******** Lois Marie nee Domke (May 2, 1932-July 1, 2007 –wife of Paul Depies [married June 11, 1955 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, New Holstein, Calumet County] –daughter of Howard C. Domke and Anita Ehlenbeck –born in Kiel –“Lois had worked at the Flex-E-Clog Company, Arps Corporation, Depies Oil Company and Depies Firestone.” –from obit –residence at time of death was 2327 Illinois Avenue, New Holstein, Calumet County) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Calumet County 35-354]
PAUL W. DEPIES Paul W. Depies, age 79, of New Holstein died unexpectedly Saturday, November 3, 2012, at the Calumet Medical Center in Chilton. He was born October 10, 1933 to the late Joseph P. & Margaret (Bell) Depies. Paul attended Holy Rosary Catholic Grade School and graduated from New Holstein High School in 1951. He received his Bachelor Degree in Sales & Marketing from the University of Notre Dame. He served in the Army from 1957-1959. On June 11, 1955 he married the former Lois Domke at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in New Holstein. Lois preceded him in death on July 1, 2007. Paul was co-owner, along with his brother, Jospeh, of Depies Firestone Store Sales & Service in New Holstein until his retirement. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in New Holstein, the Holy Name Society, and the New Holstein Knights of Columbus Council 12393. Paul had also served on the New Holstein City Council for 42 years where he also served on the Park & Rec. Committee, Finance Committee, and the Police & Fire Commission. Survivors include his five children, David H. Depies of New Holstein, John J. Depies of North Hudson, WI, William M. Depies of Appleton, Edward P. (Liz) Depies of Plymouth, and Patricia E. (Jeff) Ross of Green Bay; two granddaughters, Ella Depies and Hailey Ross, his brother, Joseph A. Depies of New Holstein, and his brother-in-law, Harold Domke of Hobe Sound, FL. Preceding him in death were his parents, Joseph P. & Margaret Depies; his wife, Lois Depies; his grandson, Brandon M. Ross; and his father-in-law & mother-in-law, Howard C. & Anita Domke. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 6:00 PM on Friday, November 9, 2012, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 1724 Madison Street in New Holstein. Rev. Harold Berryman will officiate. Military Rites conducted by the New Holstein American Legion Post 124 will take place at the church following the Mass. Burial will be in the Eaton Union Cemetery in the Town of Eaton. Family and friends may call at Holy Rosary Church on Friday November 9th from 3-5:30 PM. Obitsforlife.com ******** Paul William (Oct. 10, 1933-Nov. 3, 2012 –husband of Lois M. Domke [married June 11, 1955 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, New Holstein, Calumet County] –son of Joseph Depies and Margaret Bell –born in Wisconsin –residence at time of death was 2327 Illinois Avenue, New Holstein, Calumet County) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Calumet 39-131]
CASEY R. DeSOMBRE Casey R. DeSombre, 2 year old son of Tim and Jennifer Beck DeSombre of New Holstein, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 25, 2010. Casey was born June 15, 2007 at Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center. He is survived by his parents, Tim and Jennifer DeSombre of New Holstein; his brother, Conner; maternal grandparents, Roger and Carol Beck of New Holstein; his paternal grandfather, Earl and Mary DeSombre of New Holstein; paternal grandmother, Lynne and Bob Munro of Sheboygan; his paternal great-grandmother, Jane Reseburg of Sheboygan; aunts and uncles, Kim and Stuart Long of Kiel, Jessica "CaCa" Cullen of Chilton, Jeff and Lori Beck of New Holstein, Dan and Julie Beck of DePere and Tammy and Chris Mertens of Chilton. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at St. John United Church of Christ, 2111 Church Street in New Holstein. Rev. James E. Werner will officiate. Burial will be in the Eaton Cemetery. Sippel Funeral Home Online Obituary ******** Casey R. (child –June 15, 2007-May 25, 2010 –son of Tim DeSombre and Jennifer Beck –resident of New Holstein, Calumet County) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton
ANITA DOMKE Anita Margaret nee Ehlenbeck (Oct. 31, 1911-June 9, 1992 –wife of Howard Carl Domke Domke [married Jan. 28, 1930 at St. Anna Catholic Church, Town of New Holstein, Calumet County] –daughter of Emil Ehlenbeck and Mary Reichardt –born in Wisconsin –sewer at shoe manufacturing company –died from “diabetes mellitus, years –dementia second to cerebral atrophy, years –coronary arterial sclerosis, years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 8-353] [death record Calumet 28-250]
EDWARD DOMKE Edward P. Domke, 81, of Route 2, Hilbert, retired Town New Holstein farmer, died Wednesday morning at Bellin Memorial Hospital at Green Bay. Born May 27, 1876, in Cook County, Ill., the son of Frank and Caroline Domke, he spent his early life there and at the age of 19 came to Calumet County. On Feb. 15, 1901, he was married to Katherine Stueven of Town Eaton, Manitowoc County, and they farmed until 1942 when they moved to the present home at Route 2, Hilbert. They observed their golden wedding anniversary in 1951 and Mrs. Domke passed away Jan. 14, 1956. Mr. Domke was one of the organizers of the Schleswig Telephone Co. and served as president and general manager of the company for a time. At the time of his death he was a member of the Eaton cemetery board. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Sam (Angela) Huebner of Forest Junction; a son, Howard, of New Holstein; two grandchildren and two great grandchildren; and a brother, Paul, of Danville, Calif. A son, Norris, died in 1932 and a sister and brother also preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home in Kiel with the Rev. Vernon E. Jaberg, pastor of St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church officiating. Burial will be in the Eaton cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday. The Sheboygan Press - Thursday, March 20, 1958 – P. 12 ******** Funeral services for Edward P. Domke, 81, of R. 2, Hilbert, who died Wednesday morning, were held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Meiselwitz Funeral Home in Kiel. The Rev. Vernon E. Jaberg pastor of St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church in Kiel, officiated. During the services Mrs. Chris Christopherson and Mrs. Nelson Lechler sang “My God and I” and “Beyond the Sunset”. Burial took place in the Eaton Cemetery, Eaton township. Pallbearers were Elmer Domke, Herman Feldt, Armin Kreimann, Herbert and Louis Matter and Leonard Welker. The Sheboygan Press - Monday, March 24, 1958 – P. 16 ******** Edward Philip (May 27, 1876-March 19, 1958 –husband of Katherine Stueven [married Feb. 15, 1901 in Evangelical Lutheran ceremony at residence of Henry Stueven in Town of Eaton] –son of Frank Domke and Caroline Levin –born in Cook County, Illinois –at the age of 19 moved to Calumet County –farmer in Town of Brillion, Calumet County –retired in 1942 and moved to Hilbert, Calumet County –died from “carcinoma of esophagus with trachea-esophageal fistula, 18 months –arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 7-145] [death record Calumet 15-22]
HOWARD DOMKE Howard C. Domke, 85, of 2021 Broadway St., New Holstein died Tuesday, Aug. 6, 1991. He was born on Jan. 13, 1906, in the town of Charlestown, Calumet County, a son of the late Edward and Katie Stueven Domke. He attended Kiel High School On Jan 28, 1930, he married Anita Ehlenbeck at St. Ann Catholic Church, St. Anna. He was employed at Leverenz Shoe Company in New Holstein, from 1936 to 1962 and then at Depies Firestone in New Holstein until his retirement. He was a past president of Leverenz Shoe Workers Union, the New Holstein Senior Citizens, a charter member of the Outdoors Inc., New Holstein, where he was a past secretary treasurer. He was a lover of the outdoors. Survivors include his wife, Anita, Calumet Homestead in New Holstein, one son, Harold E. (Betty) Hobe Sound, Fla; one daughter, Mrs. Lois (Paul) Depies, New Holstein; seven grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother and one sister. Funeral services were held at Meiselwitz Funeral home in Kiel, with Msgr. Peter Klauck, officiating. Burial was in Eaton Cemetery, town of Eaton. Chilton Times Journal – August 15, 1991 ******** Howard Carl (Jan. 13, 1906-Aug. 6, 1991 –husband of Anita Ehlenbeck [married Jan. 28, 1930 at St. Anna Catholic Church, Town of New Holstein, Calumet County] –son of Edward Domke and Katherine Stueven –born in Wisconsin –machine operator at shoe manufacturing company –residence at time of death was 2021 Broadway Street, New Holstein, Calumet County –died from “acute myocardial vessel blockage, 5 minutes –ventricular fibrillation, 10 minutes –generalized arteriosclerosis, 20 years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 8-353] [death record Calumet 28-37]
KATIE DOMKE Mrs. Edward Domke Rites Held Here Tuesday Mrs. Edward P. Domke, 75, died at Bellin hospital, Green Bay, Saturday. She was a resident of Hilbert for the past 14 years, but had lived in this vicinity prior to that. Funeral services were held at the Meiselwitz Funeral home here on Tuesday afternoon with the Rev. E.L. Worthman in charge. Burial was in the Eaton cemetery. Survivors are her husband; a daughter, Mrs. S.A. Huebner, Forest Junction; a son, Howard, New Holstein; two grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs. Lena Matter, Milwaukee. She was preceded in death by a son Norris in 1932, three brothers and three sisters. 1-19-1956 ******** She was the daughter of Clause Stueven and Christine Trimpop. (from researcher/see contributors page) ******** Katherine Caroline nee Stueven (Sept. 30, 1880-Jan. 14, 1956 –wife of Edward Domke [married Feb. 15, 1901 in Evangelical Lutheran ceremony at residence of Henry Stueven in Town of Eaton] –daughter of Clause Stueven and Christine Trimpop –born in Wisconsin –residence at time of death was Town of Brillion, Calumet County –died from “arteriosclerotic heart disease –arteriosclerosis, general –carcinoma, colon hepatic flexure –recently operated surgically finding carcinoma of colon”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 7-145] [death record Calumet 14-212]
NORRIS DOMKE Following an illness of several years’ duration, Norris Domke, 18, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Domke of near Meggers, passed away at the home of his parents at 3:30 Saturday morning. Cause of his death was diabetes. He had attended the Meggers district school, and the Kiel high school for two years, but was forced to discontinue his studies because of his health. He was born in Charlestown February 13, 1914 and death occurred on his birthday. He is survived by his parents, one brother Howard of here, and a sister, Miss Angela, who teaches school in Forest junction. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon from the home and at 2 o’clock at the First Presbyterian church, the Rev. J. W. MacElree officiating. Two hymns, “No Night There,” and “The Mercy Seed,” were sung by a sextet consisting of Mrs. E. M. Duecker, Mrs. Henry Meiselwitz, Mrs. Roy Nelson, Mrs. H. C. Mesch, Mrs. M. C. Timm, and Mrs. Hugo Neumann. Honorary pallbearers were Clarence Manz, Earl Voland, Bobbie Bahr, Walter Jaeger, and Eugene and Daniel Nauth. Active pallbearers were cousins of the deceased - Herbert and Louis Mattes, Frederick Rosenbauer, Martin Juno, Wilbert Weber and Fred Holm. Interment was in the Eaton cemetery. (no newspaper named, 2-20-1932) ******** Kiel Youth Dies On His Seventeenth Birthday Anniversary An illness of two years' duration this morning claimed the life of Norris, seventeen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Domke, residing four miles north of Kiel. The young man passed away on his seventeenth birthday. He is survived by his parents, one sister, Angeline, teaching at Forest Junction and a brother, Howard of Kiel. Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock from the family home. Manitowoc Herald News, February 13, 1932 p.2 ******** Norris R. H. (Feb. 13, 1914-Feb. 12, 1932 –single –son of Edward Domke and Katherine Stueven –born Town of Charlestown, Calumet County –school boy –died from “encephalitis acute –intestinal flu, Feb. 8, 1932 –diabetes mellitus, since 1929”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 27-8]
BABY FABER Faber Wisconsin Deaths and Burials Name Faber Gender Male Burial Place Eaton Death Date 17 Aug 1900 Death Place Eaton, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Birth Date 17 Aug 1900 Birthplace Eaton Race White Father's Name H. Faber Father's Birthplace Milwaukee Co. Mother's Name Wilhelmine Mother's Birthplace Eaton "Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch ******** Faber Wisconsin, Death Records Name Faber Event Type Death Event Date 1900 Event Place Eaton, Wisconsin Gender Male Race W Birth Date 17 Aug 1900 Birthplace Eaton, Burial Place Eaton, Father's Name H. Faber Father's Birthplace Milwaukee Co., Mother's Name Wilhelmine Faber Mother's Birthplace Eaton "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch ******** Faber Wisconsin Births and Christenings Name Faber Gender Male Birth Date 17 Aug 1900 Birthplace Eaton, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Race White Father's Name Henry Faber Father's Birthplace Milwaukee Co. Mother's Name Wilhelimine Sagge Mother's Birthplace Eaton "Wisconsin Births and Christenings, 1826-1926," database, FamilySearch ******** [death record Manitowoc 6-276]
HENRY FABER Henry (July 2, 1857-Aug. 16, 1909 [tombstone shows birth year as 1852, while death record shows 1857] –husband of Wilhelmina Tagge [married May 7, 1878 in civil ceremony in Town of Eaton] –son of Peter Faber and Eva Platz [both born in Germany] –born Town of Sherman, Milwaukee County –farmer in Town of Eaton –on June 1, 1876 purchased his parents’ 80 acre farm at 9321 State Highway 67 in Section 32, Town of Eaton –worked this farm until his death in 1909 –on May 12, 1912, his widow Wilhelmina sold this farm to Otto Rabe –died from “dilatation of heart –chronic endocarditis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 4-130] [death record Manitowoc 9-209]
NORMA FABER Faber Wisconsin Births and Christenings Name Faber Gender Female Birth Date 30 Oct 1895 Birthplace Cato, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Race White Father's Name Henry Faber Father's Birthplace Shermantown, Milwaukee, Wis. Mother's Name Wilhelmine Fagget Mother's Birthplace Eaton, Manitowoc Co. "Wisconsin Births and Christenings, 1826-1926," database, FamilySearch ******** [birth record Manitowoc 10-28]
PETER FABER (First publication March 30, 1879.) No. 30. IN PROBATE,-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT. In the matter of the estate of Peter Fabers, deceased. On reading and filing the petition of Henry Fabers, of Eaton, representing among other things that Peter Fabers, late of Eaton in said county on the 11th day of December, A.D. 1878, at Eaton, in said county died intestate, leaving goods chattels and estate within this state, and that the said petitioner is a son of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to Charles Heins granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard before the Judge of this court, on Tuesday, the 6th day of May, A.D., 1879, at ten o'clock A.M., at my office in said county. Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased, and to all persons interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc, in said county. Michael Kirwan, County Judge. Dated at Manitowoc the 7th day of March, A.D., 1879. Franz & Treat, Attss (sic). Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, March 20, 1879 P. 2 ******** Peter (Oct. 29, 1820-Dec. 9, 1878 –husband of Eva Platz –on Sept. 5, 1872 purchased an 80 acre farm at 9321 State Highway 67 in Section 32, Town of Eaton –on June 1, 1876 sold the southern 40 acres of this farm to his son Henry Faber –after Peter’s death in 1878, the entire 80 acre farm went to his son Henry) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton
WILHELMINA FABER Called By Death. Mrs. Wilhelmina Faber, nee Tagge, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jos. Klein at Brillion on Thursday of last week of heart failure, after a lingering illness. She was born in the Town of Eaton, Oct. 17, 1857, and was married there to Hy. Faber in May of 1878. The couple lived on a farm in Eaton for many years, where Mr. Faber died in 1910. Two years later Mrs. Faber moved to Kiel, where she has since resided with the exception of a short time preceding her death. Five weeks ago she came from the Fred. Greve home near New Holstein to Kiel, to the home of her son, and a few days later she was taken to Brillion, where she was ill for four weeks. The survivors include one son, Arthur Faber of this city and three daughters, Mrs. Eugene Klopfer of Seattle, Wash., Mrs. Jos. Klein of Brillion, and Mrs. Fred. Greve of New Holstein; one brother Henry Tagge, and two sisters, Mrs. Doris Eberhart of Cordova, Maryland, and Mrs. Anna McAdams of Racine; also 10 grandchildren. The funeral services were held on Monday afternoon at the Arthur Faber home, with burial in the Eaton cemetery. Rev. A. C. Plappert of New Holstein officiated. - December 12, 1925 ******** Wilhelmina M. nee Tagge (Oct. 17, 1857-Dec. 10, 1925 –wife of Henry Faber [married May 7, 1878 in a civil ceremony in Town of Eaton] –daughter of Henry F. Tagge and Anna M. Claussen [both born Germany] –born Town of Eaton –after the death of her husband Henry in 1910, moved to the City of Kiel in 1912 –died at the home of her daughter Mrs. Joseph Klein at Brillion, Calumet County –died from “heart failure, after a lingering illness” –from obit –died from “heart failure and dilatation and cardiac asthma, 4 years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 4-130] [death record Calumet 7-944]
EDGAR FLUHR Edgar P. Fluhr Dies at His Home After an Illness Kiel – Edgar P. Fluhr, aged 44, died at his farm home five miles north of here at 11:45 p.m. Thursday, following a brief illness. Mr. Fluhr was born August 7, 1887, on a farm in the Town of Schleswig where he grew to manhood. On Sept. 6, 1916, he was married to Miss Emma Mahloch of Collins and the couple located on the Philip Fluhr homestead where they made their permanent home. Survivors are: his wife and three children, Elroy aged 14, Eugene, 12, and Marie, 4; his father, Philip Fluhr of Kiel; three sisters, Mrs. H. E. Mitchell, Baudette, Minn., Mrs. J. G. Jirikowic, Kaukauna, and Miss Ruby Fluhr of Kiel; two brothers, Walter of Meggers, and Arno of Walla Walla, Washington. Funeral services will be conducted at the Fluhr homestead Monday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock and at 2 o’clock at St. Peter’s Reformed church at Kiel. The Rev. E. L. Worthman will officiate and burial will be made on the Eaton cemetery near Meggers. The Sheboygan Press – Friday, June 17, 1932 – P. 2 ******** Notes from Schleswig Mr. Edgar Fluhr, son of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Fluhr and Miss Emma Mahlach of Collins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Mahlach, were united in marriage by Pastor Schlei of the Lutheran Church at Rockland. After the ceremony a dinner was served at the home of the bride's parents. Then the party went to Welke's Hall where the wedding was celebrated. The young couple will reside on the groom's parents farm. Mr. and Mrs. Fluhr will move to Kiel this fall where they will live in the future. We wish them much luck and happiness in their new home. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Sept. 21, 1916 ******** Edgar Philip (Aug. 7, 1887-June 16, 1932 –husband of Emma Mahloch [married Sept. 6, 1916 in Lutheran ceremony at Collins, Town of Rockland] –son of Philip Fluhr [born Germany] and Mary Danke [born New York] –born Town of Schleswig –died from “endocarditis –chronic fibrous tuberculosis of the lung –endocarditis and nephritis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 12-487] [death record Manitowoc 27-278]
EDNA F. FLUHR Edna F. Fluhr, age 88, of Chilton, died on Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at the Homestead Care Center in New Holstein. She was born January 15, 1925, daughter of the late Morris & Emma (Alden) Hertlein. She married Elroy Fluhr on April 6, 1946 in Kiel; he preceded her in death on January 5, 1987. Earlier in her life, Edna worked for the Chilton Canning Co. and later worked for the Chilton Public Schools as a janitor. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary and Ebenezer United Church of Christ where she also volunteered many years teaching the Kindergarten Sunday School class. Edna enjoyed going for walks, raising a vegetable garden and canning much of what she had grown. Edna was a big CHS sports fan and rarely missed a high school sporting event; her boisterous cheers gave the kids playing a boost and on occasion Edna would let the refs know they blew a call. The athletes also appreciated Edna's presence because there was a good chance she had put her baking expertise to use and brought her famous, yummy red velvet cake for after the game. She was a happy-go-lucky person whose caring and selfless soul will be greatly missed, but treasured in the hearts of those who loved her. Survivors include her children: Richard Fluhr of Las Vegas, Terry (Arleen) Fluhr of Chilton, Linda (Richard) Baty of Conway, AR; 4 grandchildren: Eric, Tim, Angela, & Brandon; 4 great-grandchildren; and a sister: Nell Lett of West Bend. Edna was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and a brother: Morris, Jr. Funeral service will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at Ebenezer United Church of Christ (44 W. Washington) in Chilton with the Rev. Kathy Rust officiating. Burial will be in the Town of Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the Wieting Family Funeral Home (411 W. Main St.) in Chilton from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Friday, March 22, 2013 and on Saturday at the church from 9:00 am until 10:00 am. Wieting Funeral Home Online Obituary ******** Edna F. nee Hertlein (Jan. 15, 1925-March 20, 2013 -wife of Elroy Fluhr [married April 6, 1946 at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Kiel] –daughter of Morris Hertlein and Emma Alden –born Price County) [marriage record Manitowoc 35-356]
EDWIN FLUHR Edwin N. Fluhr, 101, a former Kiel resident, died Thursday morning at Willowdale Nursing Home in New Holstein, where he had been a resident the past four years. He was born Jan. 6, 1884, in the town of Schleswig, the son of the late Frederick and Catherine Balz Fluhr. He married Hilda Arnold on Aug 20, 1908 in Kiel. Mr. Fluhr had been employed by Dickrell Hardware Co., and later by Stoelting Bros, Inc. He was preceded in death by his wife, who died in 1975. Mr. Fluhr was a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Kiel. Survivors include one son, Willis, Francestown, N. H.; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers and five sisters. No newspaper named, May 2, 1985 ******** Edwin Nicholas (Jan. 6, 1884-May 2, 1985 –husband of Hilda Arnold [married Oct. 20, 1912 in Kiel –marriage date comes from marriage record] –son Frederick Fluhr and Katherine Balz –born Town of Schleswig –worked for the Dickrell Hardware Company and later Stoelting Brothers –lived to the age of 101 –died from “general arteriosclerosis –gradual myocardial [cannot read]”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 10-78] [death record Calumet 25-153]
ELISABETH FLUHR Notes From Schleswig: Mrs. Philip Fluhr, an old resident of the town of Schleswig, died at the home of her son Philip Friday morning. Deceased is survived by four children, thirty grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. Interment was at Easton Cemetery Tuesday. Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, January 23, 1908 pg. 8 ******** Elizabeth nee Weick (sometimes shown as Anna Elizabeth –also shown as Viet and Vieck) (July 22, 1818-Jan. 17, 1908 –wife of Philip Fluhr [1816-1895] –father is unknown, mother is Gertrude Weick [1797-1882]) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton –born in Germany –died from “acute dilatation of heart –old age”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 9-202]
ELROY W. FLUHR Elroy W Fluhr, 69, of 66 Washington St., Chilton, died Saturday at Calumet Memorial Hospital Chilton. He was born Aug. 30, 1917, at Kiel, a son of the late Edgar and Emma Maloch Fluhr. On April 6, 1946, he married Edna Hertlin at Kiel. He had served in the US Army and the US Army Reserves for 20 years. Mr. Fluhr was employed at the Calumet County Highway Department garage, retiring in 1980. Prior to that, he had been employed at Hingiss Chevrolet Garage and Keuler Standard Station, both at Chilton. He was a member of Ebenezer United Church of Christ, Chilton, and VFW Post 3153. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Mrs. Richard (Linda) Baty of Conway, Ark.; two sons, (Private), three grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Marie Bruckner of Kiel; and a brother, Eugene Fluhr of Kiel. No newspaper named, January 3, 1987 ******** Elroy W. (Aug. 30, 1917-Jan. 3, 1987 –husband of Edna Hertlein [married April 6, 1946 at St. Peter Evangelical Reformed Church, Kiel] –son of Edgar Fluhr and Emma Mahloch –born at Kiel –army veteran of WWII –served a total of 20 years in the US Army and the Army reserves –was employed by Hingiss Chevrolet Garage and Keuler Standard Station, both in Chilton, before working for the Calumet County Highway Department garage –retired in 1980 –residence at time of death was 66 Washington Street, Chilton, Calumet County –died from “cardio-respitory arrest, minutes –severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 35-356] [death record Calumet 25-549]
EMMA H. FLUHR Mrs. Emma Fluhr, 83, of 211 Paine St., Kiel, widow of Edgar Fluhr, died Thursday morning at Rocky Knoll Health Care Facility, Plymouth. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel. The Rev. John F. Baumann will officiate with Burial in Eaton Cemetery, Township of Eaton. Mrs. Fluhr, nee Emma Mahloch, was born June 2, 1893, at Collins, daughter of the late John and Mary Roberts Mahloch. She was married to Edgar Fluhr Sept. 16, 1916. They operated the Fluhr home farm in the Town of Schleswig. Seven years after the death of her husband June 16, 1932, she and her family moved to Kiel. Mrs. Fluhr was a member of St. Peter United Church of Christ and Frauen-Verein of the church. She was a member of the Kiel Lodge Order of Eastern Star. Survivors include two sons, Elroy of Chilton and Eugene, of Kiel; a daughter, Mrs. Frederick Bruckner, of Kiel, 13 grandchildren and a great grandchild. She was preceded in death by three sisters and three brothers. Friends may call at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, after 4 p.m. Friday until 11 a.m. Saturday and at the church from noon until the time of the service. A memorial has been established in her memory. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. November 18, 1976 P. 3 ******* (Emma Fluhr/b. 2 June 1893/d. November 1976/SSDI) ******** Emma Helen nee Mahloch (June 2, 1893-Nov. 17, 1976 –wife of Edgar Fluhr [married Sept. 6, 1916 in Lutheran ceremony at Collins, Town of Rockland] –daughter of John Mahloch and Mary Roberts –born at Collins, Town of Rockland –after the death of her husband Edgar in 1932, moved from the Fluhr home farm in Town of Schleswig to Kiel in 1939 –residence at time of death was 211 Paine Street, Kiel –died from “cerebral embolism, 1 day –arteriosclerosis –chronic brain syndrome”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 12-487] [death record Manitowoc 77-247]
EUGENE FLUHR Eugene “Jeeps” J. Fluhr, 78, 211 Paine St., Kiel, died Friday morning, March 27, 1998, at his home. He was born Dec. 18, 1919, in rural Kiel, son of the late Edgar and Emma (Mahloch) Fluhr. He was a 1937 graduate of Kiel High School. “Jeeps” was employed at Stoelting Inc, in Kiel all his life until retiring in 1982. He enjoyed bowling and fishing. He was a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Kiel, where he was an usher for many years and was a former member of the Kiel Fish and Game and the Kiel Fire Department. He also was a member of the New Holstein/Calumet Masonic Lodge, No 172. Survivors include one sister, Marie (Fritz) Bruckner, Kiel; one sister-in- law, Edna Fluhr, Chilton; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, Elroy, and one nephew, Michael Bruckner. No newspaper named, 1998 ******* (Eugene J Fluhr/18 Dec 1919/27 Mar 1998/SSDI) ******* Eugene (Jeeps) J. (Dec. 18, 1919-March 27, 1998 –single –son of Edgar Fluhr and Emma Mahloch –born Wisconsin –entire working life was at Stoelting Inc. of Kiel –retired in 1982 –residence at time of death was 211 Paine Street, Kiel –died from “acute myocardial infarction –arrhythmia, seconds –congestive heart failure, years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 104-444]
FREDERICK FLUHR
Kiel Oldest Resident Dies Sunday at Age of 99 Many local people were grieved to learn of the death of “Grandpa” Fluhr, as they had hoped he would be able to fulfill his wish, that of living to reach the hundred mark. Frederick Fluhr, aged 99 years, and the oldest resident of the city, passed away Friday morning of last week shortly after 9 o’clock, at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. John Henschel. Mr. Fluhr had been ill for several days. The venerable old man enjoyed perfect health all his life. He was born in Bibelheim, Germany on January 18, 1844, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Fluhr. He was married to Miss Catherine Balz of the town of Schleswig in 1875, and they located on a farm in that township. In 1907 they moved to Kiel and Mrs. Fluhr passed away in 1933. Since the death of his wife, Mr. Fluhr has made his home with his daughter. Mr. Fluhr is survived by eight children, namely: Mrs. Robert (Helena) Feile of Reedsville, Mrs. John (Henrietta) Henschel of this city, Mrs. W. L. (Alma) Horn of Valders, Mrs. William (Linda) Kriegelstein of Milwaukee, Mrs. Melvin (Norma) Gerlach of Princeton, John of Chilton, Edwin of here, and Arthur of New Holstein; 20 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; a brother, Philip of this city. Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, and at 2 o’clock services were conducted at the St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed church, with the Rev. E. L. Worthman officiating. Burial was made in the Eaton cemetery. Out-of-town people attending the funeral included the following cousins of the deceased: Mr. and Mrs. Philip Reichert, Mrs. Henry Helgeman and son Armin of Stratford, and many relatives and friends from New Holstein, Chilton, Malone, Plymouth, Elkhart Lake, Chicago, Milwaukee, Oshkosh and Kaukauna. Pallbearers were grandchildren: Howard Fluhr, Clarence Fluhr, Gilbert Fluhr, Robert Fluhr, Willis Fluhr, and Hugo Feile. The Senior Choir of the church rendered several anthems. - 1943 ********** Kiel's "Grand Old Man" to Observe His 99th Birthday Frederick Fluhr, Kiel's "grand old man," one of Wisconsin's oldest residents, will observe his 99th birthday Monday, Jan. 18. The quiet observance is to take place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Henschel, of 430 South Sixth street, Kiel, his son-in-law and daughter. Until a few months ago Mr. Fluhr took daily walks but now remains indoors. Two years ago he underwent a major operation but staged a rapid recovery. As the aged resident looked forward to Monday's observance he has still another goal. He expressed hope he will live to reach his 100th birthday. Mr. Fluhr was born in Germany in 1844 and came to this country at the age of 21 with his sister. He located at Schleswig and engaged in farming. Later he sold the farm and moved to Kiel. He married Miss Katherine Balz in 1875. She died in 1933. Ten children were born to the couple of whom eight survive. They are Mrs. Robert Feile of Reedsville, Mrs. John Henschel of Kiel, Mrs. W.L. Horn of Valders, Mrs. William Kriegelstein of Milwaukee, Mrs. Melvin Geriach of Princeton, Edwin of Kiel, Arthur of New Holstein, and John of Chilton. There are 20 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Grandpa Fluhr also has a brother Philip, 80 years of age who lives at 906 N. 6th., Street, Kiel. His brother, Philip is the youngest in the Fluhr family. Grandpa Fluhr is the proud possessor of a German first reader, a book he used while attending school in Germany, "Lesebuch in Lebensbildern," and also an old German Bible, which was published in 1882. Mr. Fluhr reads his Bible daily and is a member of the St. Peter Evangelical and Refomed Church of Kiel. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 15, 1943 P. 3 ******** Frederick (Jan. 18, 1844-Sept. 17, 1943 –husband of Katherine Balz [married June 17, 1875 in civil ceremony, Kiel] –son of Philip Fluhr and Anna Elizabeth Viet –born Bibelheim, Hessen, Germany –immigrated to the US in 1866 –farmer in Town of Schleswig until retiring in 1908 and moving to Kiel –residence at time of death was 430 Sixth Street, Kiel –was known as Kiel’s “Grand Old Man” and died just before his 100th birthday –died from “broncho pneumonia, 4 days –senility”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 4-93] [death record Manitowoc 36-438]
HILDA FLUHR Hilda nee Arnold ( -1975 –wife of Edwin Fluhr [married Oct. 30, 1912 in Kiel –marriage date comes from marriage record] –daughter of Peter Arnold and Anna Gottinger –born in Wisconsin) [marriage record Manitowoc 10-780]
HULDA FLUHR Mrs. Hulda Fluhr, 84, a former Town of Schleswig and Kiel resident, widow of Walter, died Thursday at Family Heritage Nursing Home in Manitowoc where she had resided four years. The former Hulda Libke was born Jan. 31, 1890 in the Town of New Holstein, the daughter of the late Henry and Anna Struck Libke. She attended district school in the area. On June 6, 1912, she married Mr. Fluhr in the Town of New Holstein. The couple farmed in the Town of Schleswig until 1943 when they moved to Kiel. They observed their golden wedding anniversary in June, 1962. Her husband died Aug. 6, 1970. Mrs. Fluhr was a member of St. Peter United Church of Christ at Kiel, its Women’s Guild, Thrifty Twelve Homemakers and Eaton Ladies Aid Society. Survivors are two sons, Eldon of rural Kiel and Orville of rural New Holstein; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and a brother, Hugo Libke, New Holstein. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, the Rev. John F. Baumann, pastor of St. Peter UCC officiating. Burial will be in Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. today and until time of services Saturday. The Sheboygan Press – Friday, June 21, 1974 – P. 6 ******** Hulda nee Libke (Jan. 31, 1890-June 20, 1974 –wife of Walter Fluhr [married June 6, 1912 in civil ceremony in Kiel –location of marriage comes from marriage record] –daughter of Henry Libke and Anna Struck –born Town of New Holstein, Calumet County –residence at time of death was 1445 North Seventh Street, City of Manitowoc –died from “stroke, 1 day –arteriosclerosis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 10-620] [death record Manitowoc 74-473]
KATHERINE FLUHR Aged Resident Dies On Sunday Mrs. Frederick Fluhr is Called After Long Illness; Rites Wednesday Mrs. Frederick Fluhr, aged 74, passed away at 11:10 Sunday morning at her home at 625 St. Paul street, after a lingering illness of eight months. The deceased, nee Katherine Balz, was a daughter of the late Nicholas and Caroline Balz, and was born in White Haven, Luzern county, Pennsylvania, near Pittsburg, on October 7, 1857. At the age of three years she came to Wisconsin with her parents, who settled on a farm in the town of Schleswig, where she grew to womanhood. On June 17, 1875, she was united in marriage to Frederick Fluhr, also a residant of the town of Schleswig. The couple located on a farm near Meggers, on which they resided for 33 years. In 1908 they sold the farm to Albert Lulloff and came to Kiel to live. They have lived at the present home ever since coming to this city. Ten children were born to the couple, of whom two daughters died in their infancy. Surviving her besides her husband are the following children: Mrs. Robert (Helen) Feile of Reedsville; Mrs. John (Henrietta) Henschel, Mrs. Alma Gessert, Kiel; Mrs. William (Linda) Krieglstein and Mrs. Melvin (Norma) Gerlach, Milwaukee; Edwin of here; Arthur of New Holstein; and John of Chilton, There are also 18 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Two sisters, Pezoldt of this city, and two brothers, Mrs John Boege and Mrs. Charles Nicholas of Rockville and John of here also survive. Funeral services were held Wednesday at 1:30 at the residence, with services at the St. Peter Reformed church at 2 o’clock. The Rev. E. L. Worthman performed the last rites. Burial was in the family lot at the Eaton cemetery. The following grandsons of the deceased acted as pallbearers: Hugo Feile, Frederick Gerlach, and Willis, Howard, Clarence and Gilbert Fluhr. The St. Peter Reformed church Frauenverein, of which she was a member, attended the funeral in a body. - July 7, 1932 ******** Katherine nee Balz (Oct. 7, 1857-July 3, 1932 –wife of Frederick Fluhr [married June 17, 1875 in civil ceremony, Kiel] –daughter of Nicholas Balz and Caroline Nagel [both born Germany] –born at White Haven, Luzern County, Pennsylvania, which is near Pittsburg –in 1860 moved with her parents to a farm in the Town of Schleswig –residence at time of death was 625 St. Paul Street, Kiel –died from “septic tumor of left kidney”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 4-93] [death record Manitowoc 27-280]
LEORA FLUHR Leora F. Fluhr, 81, of 1304 Dewy St. Apt. 4, Kiel, died Sunday, June 8, 2003 at Calumet Medical Center, Chilton after a brief illness. She is the former Leora Sievert born in the town of Schleswig on May 20, 1922, daughter of the late Herman and Edna Brocker Sievert. Leora attended Hillside Grove Grade school in the town of Schleswig. She married Orville Fluhr at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ on November 22, 1941. Orville preceded her in death on April 28, 2002. The couple farmed the Fluhr homestead in the town of Schleswig until their retirement. Leora was a lifelong member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Kiel. She was also a member of the Eaton Ladies Aid. She enjoyed gardening and baking. Survivors include two children, Warren (Judy) Fluhr, Grass Valley, Oregon and Diane (Dennis) Kuhfuss, Brookfield; four grandchildren, two great grandchildren, one brother-in-law, Eldon Fluhr, rural Kiel and one sister-in-law Alice Sievert, New Holstein. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Earl and Clarence Sievert. Funeral services will be at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home with the Rev. Raymond C. Coombs officiating. Burial will take place in the Eaton Cemetery. Kiel Tri-County Record – June 12, 2003 ******** Leora nee Sievert (May 20, 1922-June 8, 2003 –wife of Orville Fluhr [married Nov. 22, 1941 at St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel] –daughter of Herman Sievert and Edna Brocker –born Town of Schleswig) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 31-180] [death record Manitowoc 113-464]
MARY FLUHR Mary (Danke) Fluhr The angel of death claimed Mrs. Philip Fluhr on Saturday morning, after a long illness with pernicious anemia. The funeral sevices were conducted on Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Fluhr residence, by Rev. J. W. MacElree, and burial was made in the Eaton cemetery. The deceased, nee Mary Danke, aged 61 years, was born in Rochester, N.Y., on Sept. 15, 1865, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Danke. When she was four years old the family moved to Wisconsin. Her marriage to Philip Fluhr took place on October 23, 1885, at which time the couple took up their residence on a farm in the town of Schleswig. Ten years ago they moved to Kiel, and the homestead was taken over by their son Edgar. Mrs. Fluhr is survived by her husband, and the following children: Walter residing on a farm near Meggers, Edgar of Schleswig, Mrs. Harry Mitchell of Glacier, Wash., Arno of Walla Walla, Wash., and the Misses Ruby and Edna at home; she also leaves 5 grandchildren. - 1927 ********* From death record: Marie Fluhr nee Danke Sept. 15, 1865-Feb. 5, 1927 Wife of Philip Fluhr Daughter of Rudolph Danke (born Germany) and Fredericka (born Germany) Born New York Died from “permicious anemia” Buried at Eaton Cemetery ******** (Note: Her picture is in the glass negative photos) ******** Mary nee Danke (Sept. 15, 1865-Feb. 5, 1927 –wife of Philip Fluhr [married Oct. 23, 1885 in civil ceremony in Town of New Holstein, Calumet County] –daughter of Rudolph Danke and Fredericka Zarmsdorf [both born Germany] –born in Rochester, New York –in 1869 moved with her parents to Wisconsin –died from “pernicious anemia”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 3-15] [death record Manitowoc 23-16]
ORVILLE W. FLUHR Orville W. Fluhr, 81, of 10615 Meggers Road, New Holstein, died Sunday morning, April 28, 2002 at Calumet Homestead Rehabilitation Center,New Holstein after a brief illness. He was born September 12, 1920 in the Town of Schleswig, son of the lateWalter and Hulda Libke Fluhr. He was a 1938 graduate of Kiel High School. On November 22, 1941 he married Leora Sievert at St. Peters United Church of Christ, Kiel. Orville worked for a number of years at Tecumseh Products, New Holstein and farmed the family homestead all his life until retirement. He was a lifelong member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Kiel, and was a member of the Kiel Municipal Band for a number of years. He enjoyed playing cards, woodworking and gardening. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Leora; two children, four grand- children, one great grandson, one brother, brother and sister-in-law, and nieces and nephews. (Survivors edited for privacy) Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 2, 2002 at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, Kiel with the Rev. Raymond C. Coombs officiating. Burial will take place in Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday, May 1, 2002 from 4:00 until 8: p.m., and on Thursday at the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. A memorial has been established for St. Peter's United Church of Christ. The Sheboygan Press, April 30, 2002 ******** Orville Werner (Sept. 12, 1920-April 28, 2002 –husband of Leora Sievert [married Nov. 22, 1941 at St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel] –son of Walter Fluhr and Hulda Libke –born Town of Schleswig –farmer in Town of Schleswig –worked the family farm in Town of Schleswig and also worked for Tecumseh Products in New Holstein, Calumet County –residence at time of death was 10615 Meggers Road, Town of New Holstein, Calumet County –died from “probable myocardial infarction, days –congestive heart failure, days –massive subdural hematoma on either March 2 or April 21 –fall –fell at home causing subdural hematoma –seizures after fall –aspiration pneumonia –cardio vascular arteriosclerosis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 31-180] [death record Manitowoc 112-530]
PHILIP FLUHR Philip Fluhr Summoned; Buried In Eaton Cemetery Philip Fluhr, aged 82, passed away at his home last Wednesday afternoon at 3 o’clock, following a four months’ illness. The deceased was born in Biebelheim, Hessen Darmstedt, Germany, on April 12, 1862, the son of the late Philip and Elizabeth Weich-Fluhr. He came to this country with his parents when he was 4 years old, and the family located on the homestead farm in the town of Schleswig. On October 23, 1885, he was united in holy wedlock with Mary Danke of Rochester, New York. The couple continued to live in the town of Schleswig. In 1917 they sold the farm to their son and moved to the present home in this city. His wife died February 5, 1927, and a son, Edgar, died June 16, 1932, and a daughter, Mrs. Edna Jirikowic on October 23, 1938. Survivors are four children, Walter of this city, Arno of Walla Walla, Washington, Mrs. Frieda Mitchell and Miss Ruby at home, and seven grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, with the Rev. R. E. Dreger of the First Presbyterian church officiating. Burial was made in the family lot in the town of Eaton cemetery. Pallbearers were Arthur Fluhr, Edwin Fluhr, John Fluhr, Philip Reichert, Walter Roeber and Emanuel Geier. The following from away attended the services on Saturday: Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Jirikowic and family of Kaukauna; Mr. and Mrs. Albert Kausmann, Mr. and Mrs. William Kriegelstein, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Zimmerman, and Miss Linda Helgeman of Milwaukee; Philip Reichert and Mrs. Henry Helgeman of Stratford; Mr. and Mrs. John Fluhr of Chilton; Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Fluhr and Mr. and Mrs. Peter Libke of New Holstein; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Temke of Meggers; Dr. and Mrs. Walter Dorn of Valders, and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Feile of Reedsville. - 1945 ******** From death record: Phillip Fluhr April 12, 1862-March 14, 1945 Husband of Mary Danke Son of Phillip Fluhr and Elizabeth Veit Born Germany Died from “myocarditis – carcinoma of the stomach” Buried at Eaton Cemetery ******** From Calumet county marriage records: Marriage of Philipp Fluhr and Mary Danke (v.3 p.15) Oct. 23, 1885, civil ceremony in Town of New Holstein, Calumet County Philipp Fluhr Son of Philipp Fluhr and Anna Elizabeth Viet Farmer –born Germany Mary Danke Daughter of Rudolph Danke and Fredericka Zarmsdorf Born New York State Witnesses Philipp Fluhr and Rudolph Fluhr ******** (Note: His picture is in the glass negative photos) ******** Philip (April 12, 1862-March 14, 1945 –husband of Mary Danke [married Oct. 23, 1885 in a civil ceremony in Town of New Holstein, Calumet County] –son of Philip Fluhr and Elizabeth Weich –born in Biebelheim, Hessen Darmstadt, Germany –immigrated to the US with his parents in 1866, settling in the Town of Schleswig –farmer in Town of Schleswig –retired in 1917 and moved to Kiel –died from “myocarditis –carcinoma of the stomach”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 3-15] [death record Manitowoc 38-164]
PHILIP FLUHR (d. 1895) Philip (April 3, 1816-April 23, 1895 –husband of Anna Elizabeth Weick –born Germany –immigrated to the US with wife and children in 1866 –died from “influenza”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 4-67] ******** Philipp Fluhr birth: 3 April 1816 Germany death: 23 April 1895 Schleswig, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Eaton, Manitowoc Co., spouse: Elsbeth Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
RUBY FLUHR Miss Ruby H. Fluhr, 72, of 906 Sixth St., Kiel, died Friday at home. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. The Rev. Allen L. Bowe will officiate and burial will be in Eaton Cemetery. Miss Fluhr was born June 22, 1896, in the Town of Schleswig, daughter of the late Philip and Mary Danke Fluhr. After her graduation from Kiel High School she was an office worker at Hingiss Garage, Kiel, Helming Garage, Sheboygan Falls, and for 24 years was employed by Household Utilities, Kiel, retiring in 1966. She was a member of the United Presbyterian Women, former church financial secretary and treasurer of the Eaton Cemetery Ladies Aid Society. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Frieda Mitchel, of Kiel, and two brothers, Walter of Kiel and Arno of Walla Walla, Wash. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 14, 1969 P. 16 ******* (Ruby Fluhr/b. 22 June 1896/d. March 1969/SSDI) ******* Ruby Helena (June 22, 1896-March 14, 1969 –single –daughter of Philip Fluhr and Mary Danke –born Town of Schleswig –“After her graduation from Kiel High School she was an office worker at Hingiss Garage, Kiel, Helming Garage, Sheboygan Falls, and for 24 years was employed by Household Utilities, Kiel, retiring in 1966.” –from obit –residence at time of death was 906 Sixth Street, Kiel –died from “congestive heart failure –chronic pulmonary fibrosis, years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 67-160]
WALTER FLUHR Walter R. Fluhr, 83, of 506 North St., Kiel, died early today at Sheboygan Memorial Hospital following an illness of three months. Born on Aug. 26, 1886 in the Town of Schleswig, he was a son of the late Phillip and Mary Danke Fluhr. He attended district school. On June 6, 1912 he married the former Hulda Libke of the Town of New Holstein. The couple located on a farm in Schleswig until 1943 when they moved to Kiel. He was employed at the Tri-County Co-op and A. A. Laun Furniture Co., retiring 15 years ago. The couple observed their golden wedding anniversary in 1962. He was a member of St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Eldon, of rural Kiel and Orville of rural New Holstein; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild; one sister, Mrs. Frieda Mitchell of Kiel, and one brother, Arno of Walla Walla, Wash. Funeral services will be Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, the Rev. John F. Baumann, pastor of St. Peter UCC, officiating. Burial will be in Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 p.m. Friday until the hour of services. The Sheboygan Press – Thursday, August 6, 1970 – P. 14 ******** Walter Rudolph (Aug. 26, 1886-Aug. 6, 1970 –husband of Hulda Libke [married June 6, 1912 in civil ceremony in Kiel –location comes from marriage record] –son of Philip Fluhr and Mary Danke –born Town of Schleswig –farmer in Town of Schleswig –worked on his family farm in Town of Schleswig until retiring in 1943 and moving to Kiel –when living in Kiel worked for the Tri-County Co-op and the Laun Furniture Company until retiring in 1955 –residence at time of death was 506 North Street, Kiel –died from “complete heart [cannot read], 2 months –arteriosclerotic heart disease, years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 10-620] [death record Manitowoc 69-80]
CAROL L. GAEDTKE Carol L. Gaedtke, 73, of rural Kiel died Wednesday morning December 24, 2014 with her loving family at her side at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice. She is the former Carol Rabe, born July 5, 1941 in the Town of Eaton, daughter of the late Alfon & Oliva (Brocker) Rabe. Carol attended Elder Grove School and was a 1959 graduate of Kiel High School. On October 19, 1963 she was united in marriage to Herman Gaedtke at Trinity Lutheran Church Kiel by Pastor E.G. Behm. Carol had worked at Bank First National, Kiel as a Loan Secretary for more than 20 years until her retirement. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where she served as Church Secretary for many years. She was also active with the Eaton Ladies Aid and was a member of the Kiel Municipal Band for 5 years. In her free time Carol greatly enjoyed spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband of 51 years, Herman, her three children; Douglas (Paula) Gaedtke, Eagan, MN and their children; Lucas & Abigail, Deborah (Brian) Rautmann, Howards Grove, and their children; Jenna, Haley & Micah, Amy (Larry) Hochkammer, Manitowoc and their children; Brittany & Brayden, her brother; Eugene (Rachel) Rabe. Carol is further survived by her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; Ardella Gaedtke, Shirley Gaedtke, Reinhardt Jr. (Shirley) Gaedtke, Harlan (Caroline) Gaedtke, Rahlan (Mary Jane) Gaedtke, Maxine Gates, Reginald (Phyllis) Gaedtke along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, a grandson; Zachery Hochkammer, mother-in-law and father-in-law; Reinhardt Sr. & Adeline Gaedtke, sister-in-law & brothers-in-law; Geraldine (Harold) Behnke, Jerome & Roman Gaedtke and Glenn Gates. Funeral services for Carol will be held at 11:00am on Monday December 29, 2014 at Trinity Lutheran Church (387 Cemetery Rd., Kiel) with Rev. David Laabs officiating. Burial will follow in the Eaton Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home (815 6th St., Kiel) on Sunday December 28, 2014 from 3:00pm until 7:00pm and at the church on Monday from 9:30am until the time of services. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in Carol's name for Trinity Lutheran Church, Kiel, Eaton Ladies Aid and Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice. Carol's family would like to thank the many friends and family for your visits and prayers along with the entire staff at Sharon S. Richardson for the loving compassion and care shown to Carol and her family over the past month. Online condolences at www.meiselwitzfh.com Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Dec. 27, 2014
HERMAN GAU Herman (Sept. 3, 1859-July 5, 1907 –husband of Louisa Kreimann –son of Friederich Gau and Wilhelmine –born in Canada –died from “suicide by hanging”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 8-152]
HUGO W. GAU Funeral services for Hugo Gau, 89, a former Town of Eaton farmer, who died Thursday afternoon, Oct. 25, at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton, will be 8 o’clock this Friday evening at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. The Rev. Joe V. Anderson will officiate and burial will be in Eaton Cemetery. Mr. Gau had made his home at Willowdale Nursing Home, New Holstein, prior to his hospitalization the past two months. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 o’clock this Friday evening. Herald Times Reporter, October 26, 1979 P. 3 ******** Hugo (June 30, 1890-Oct. 1979 –second husband of Renola nee Shell Bosma [married Dec. 7, 1937 in religious ceremony in City of Chilton, Calumet County] –son of Herman Gau and Louise Kreimann –born in Wisconsin –farmer) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 9-359] ******** (b. 30 Jun 1890/d. Oct 1979/SSDI)
LOUISA GAU Mrs. Louisa Gau Dies at Home of Son Here Today Kiel – Mrs. Louisa Gau, 87, need Kreimann, widow of the late Herman Gau, passed away at the home of her son, Norman, in Sheboygan this morning at 12:45 a.m., following a several days’ illness. She had been visiting her son. She was born in town of Schleswig on March 30, 1865. Her first marriage was to Fred Geichert of Rhine in 1882, and he died in 1885. In 1887 she was married to Herman Gau, Schleswig and he passed away in 1907. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Fred Boeselager, Hilbert; Mrs. Herbert Lechler, town of Eaton; Hugo, town of Eaton, and Norman, Sheboygan; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; one brother and one sister, both of New Holstein, Ferdinand Kreimann and Mrs. Bertha Hajeugo. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday at 2 o’clock in the Meiselwitz Funeral home in Kiel. Interment will be in the Town of Eaton cemetery. The Rev. A. George Schmidt of St. John’s Evangelical and Reformed church of New Holstein will officiate. The Sheboygan Press – Wednesday, June 17, 1932 – P. 17 ******** Louisa nee Kreimann (March 30, 1865-Feb. 9, 1944 –wife of Fred Reichert [married in 1882] –after Fred’s death in 1885, re-married to Herman Gau [married in 1887] –daughter of Henry Kreimann and Minnie Kruse [both born in Germany] –born Town of Schleswig –died from “cerebral hemorrhage (left), 4 days –hypertension”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Sheboygan 49-553]
RENOLA GAU Mrs. Hugo Gau, 79, of R. 1, Kiel, died Wednesday night at Sheboygan Memorial Hospital where she had been a patient 10 days. The former Renola Shell was born Jan. 11, 1892 in Parrott, Ga., daughter of the late Wesley and Bettie Smith Shell. She later moved to Grand Rapids, Mich. where she was married to Andrew Bosma of New Holstein. They lived in New Holstein until his death in 1934. On Dec. 7, 1937, she married Mr. Gau of the Town of Eaton (Manitowoc County). They lived on the Gau homestead farm. Survivors are her husband; three daughters, two step~daughters, a stepson, 11 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, with the Rev. Allen L. Bowe, pastor of First Presbyterian Church, officiating. Burial will be in Eton(sic) Cemetery. Firned(sic) may call after 4 p.m. today. 11-1971 ******** Renola nee Shell Bosma (also shown as Nola) (Jan. 11, 1892-Nov. 24, 1971 –second wife of Andrew Bosma [married Feb. 18, 1915 in Grand Rapids, Michigan] –after Andrew’s death on May 24, 1934, Renola re-married to Hugo Gau [married Dec. 7, 1937 in religious ceremony in City of Chilton, Calumet County] –daughter of Wesley Shell and Bettie Smith –born in Parrott, Georgia –later moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan –died from “acute coronary occlusion, 11 days –arteriosclerotic heart disease”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [first marriage record in Michigan] [second marriage record Calumet 9-359] [death record Manitowoc 71-15]
WILHELMINE GAU Sudden Death - An Old Lady Dies While Visiting in the Town of Chilton On Friday afternoon, Mrs. Wilhelmina Gau, an old lady who was visiting at the home of Nic Buettner in the town of Chilton, died suddenly. The cause of her death was internal hemorrhage. Mrs. Gau is a resident of the town of Schleswig, Manitowoc County, and some two weeks ago she came to visit the family of Mr. Buettner. She ate dinner with the family at noon and was apparently in good health. After dinner Mr. B. went out in the field to work and his son left for the woods. Between four and five o’clock, the boy returned to the house and found the old lady sitting in a chair dead. He called his father and neighbor and immediately sent word to this city to the authorities. An inquest was held on the remains and a verdict rendered that the deceased came to her death from internal hemorrhage. The deceased was born in Germany in 1826. She came to America thirty-five years ago and for the past 22 years has been a resident of Schleswig. Her son Herman, who resides in Schleswig was immediately notified of the death and he came Saturday to convey the remains to his home. The funeral took place on Sunday, the remains being taken to the town of Eaton, Manitowoc County for burial. Chilton Times, August 23, 1890 ******** Wilhelmine (March 18, 1825-Aug. 15, 1890 –wife of Friedrich Gau –immigrated to the US in 1855 –died from internal hemorrhage) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton
FRANCISKA GRAF Funeral Services for Mrs. Fred Graf Held at St. John's Reformed Church New Holstein - Funeral services for the late Mrs. Fred Graf, nee Francisco Moser, who died Tuesday evening at 8:15 o'clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Walter Hansen here, were held at 2 p.m. Friday at St. John's Reformed church. Rev. A. C. Plappert conducted the services and interment was made in the Eaton cemetery. Mrs. Graf was born in Buffalo, New York, on September 13, 1853. When a child she came to the town of Rhine with her parents and in 1871 was united in marriage to Fred Graf. The couple lived on a farm in the town of Rhine for two years, after which they purchased a farm in the town of Eaton which was later sold to their son, Herbert. From Eaton they moved to a small homestead at Meggers Corners. Mr. Graf preceded his wife in death three years ago, after which she made her home with a daughter, Mrs. Alfred Oesau, of Kiel. In April of this year, Mrs. Graf visited at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Walter Hansen and while there became seriously ill. She had suffered several strokes with complications and death resulted on Tuesday evening. The survivors are four sons, Fred Graf, of Jacksonville, Florida; John, of Milwaukee; Herbert, on the homestead, and Waldo, of Collins; two daughters, Mrs. Walter Hanson, of New Holstein, and Mrs. Alfred Oesau, of Kiel; thirty grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Four sisters, Mrs. Agnes Drake, of Brookfield; Mrs. Ricka Lutz, of Marshfield; Mrs. Sophia Hilgers, of Dallas, Texas, and Miss Minnie Moser, of Pasadena, Cal., also survive. The Sheboygan Press - Saturday, July 30, 1927 - P. 15 ******** Franciska nee Moser (Sept. 13, 1853-July 26, 1927 –wife of Fredrick Graf [married April 10, 1871 in a religious ceremony in Town of Herman, Sheboygan County] –daughter of John Moser and Frances [both born Germany] –born Buffalo, New York –as a child moved to the Town of Rhine, Sheboygan County with her parents –died from “acute myocarditis –chronic myocarditis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Sheboygan 5-51] [death record Calumet 8-176]
FREDRICK GRAF MEGGERS – Death claimed Frederick Graf early Thursday morning at his home near here, after a brief illness. Deceased was born in Wittenberg, Germany, in 1848, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Christ Graf. With his parents he came to America at the age of 7 years and settled at Germantown. Later they came to the town of Rhine, Sheboygan County, and after his marriage to Miss Frances Moser in 1871 Mr. Graf and his wife settled on his father’s farm there. They came to Meggers in 1915. He is survived by his wife and six children, Ferdinand of Jacksonville, Fla., John of Milwaukee; Mrs. Walter Hansen and Herbert of the town of New Holstein, Mrs. Alfred Oesau of Kiel, and Waldo of the town of Eden. There are 29 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral services were held from the Reformed church at New Holstein, Monday afternoon, Rev. A. C. Plappert officiating. Kiel Tri-County Record – November 6, 1924 ******** Meggers Corners Fred Graf, resident of Meggers, died Thursday evening after a lingering illness. Those from out of town who attended the funeral were: Joseph and Fred Becker, Mrs. Rose Zimmermann, Mr. and Mrs. William Lutz and Mrs. Lutz of Marshfield, Gustave Helm and daughter, Winnifred of Milwaukee, Henry Goetz and Mrs. William Ettel of Sheboygan, Mr. and Mrs. Kroener of Glenbeulah, Mr. and Mrs. William Graf and son of Elkhart Lake, Mr. and Mrs. William Graf of St. Ann, Mr. and Mrs. F. Lumme, Mr. and Mrs. Ernst Lumme and Jacob Uhl of Rhine, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Graf and Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Graf of Kiel, and Mrs. Agnes Drake of here all of which are relatives. Manitowoc Herald News Thursday, November 6, 1924 pg. 8 ******** Fredrick (April 6, 1848-Oct. 30, 1924 –husband of Franciska Moser [married April 10, 1871 in religious ceremony in Town of Herman, Sheboygan County] –son of Fredrick Joseph Graf and Jacobine –born in Chebro, Germany –farmer –died from “acute dilatation of the heart –chronic myocarditis, 2 years and 3 months”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Sheboygan 5051] [death record Manitowoc 21-282]
HERBERT GRAF Herbert Graf, 69, a native of the Town of Eaton (Manitowoc County), died suddenly the past Sunday in Los Angeles. Born Sept. 16, 1889, he is survived by two sons, Truman of Madison and Lloyd of Frederick, Md., nine grandchildren, and a brother, Waldo, R. 1, Kiel. His wife, the former Rose Sell, died in 1927. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at St. John Evangelical and Reformed Church, New Holstein, with the Rev. Charles Koch, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Town of Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at St. John Church from Friday noon until the time of services. The Sheboygan Press - Wednesday, September 9, 1959 - P. 14 ******** Herbert (Sept. 16, 1889-Sept. 1959 –husband of Rose Sell [married Nov. 27, 1917 in Town of New Holstein, Calumet County] –son of Fredrick Graf and Fraciska Moser –born in Town of Eaton –died in Los Angeles, California) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 6-171]
ROSE GRAF Dies From Injuries in Auto Crash New Holstein Woman Dies at Plymouth Early Today Accident Occurred on Sunday Evening Mrs. Herbert Graf Fails to Regain Consciousness and Passes Away as Result of Fractured Skull Sustained in Collision Sunday on Highway 57, a Short Distance from Highway 23 Intersection New Holstein - Without regaining consciousness since her skull was fractured in an auto accident near Plymouth Sunday evening, Mrs. Herbert Graf, 36, died at the Plymouth hospital at 9:30 a.m. today. Occasionally during the past three days she aroused sufficiently from her coma to ask "Where am I?" but her condition rapidly became weaker and she died this morning while members of her family still held hopes for her recovery. Relatives Here Mrs. Graf was a cousin of John and Frank Sell of Sell Brothers store in Sheboygan. Her maiden name was Rose Louise Sell and she was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Juergen Sell. The accident which resulted in Mrs. Graf's death occurred on Highway 57 a short distance south of the Highway 23 intersection Sunday evening. The car driven by Mr. Graf collided with a car driven by Harry Steedeman, of Milwaukee. In the car with Mr. and Mrs. Graf were their two sons, Lloyd and Trumann, and Mrs. Alfred Oesau and children, Joan and Gladys, of Kiel. They were returning to their homes after visiting relatives in Milwaukee. Mrs. Graf was born March 1, 1891, on a farm near New Holstein. Her father is dead but her mother, Mrs. Juergen Sell is residing in Sioux City, Iowa. Mrs. Graf attended District No. 3 school, New Holstein high school, and later Oshkosh Normal school. Upon her graduation from Normal school she taught school for eight years and on November 27, 1917, she married Herbert Graf. The couple made their home on the Graf homestead near Meggers. The survivors include Mr. Graf and the two sons, Lloyd and Trumann, three sisters, Mrs. Robert Berndt of Gwinner, S.D., Mrs. Bertha Rickman of Sioux City, Iowa, and Mrs. Juliane Kindgren of Sioux City, two step-sisters, Mrs. John Boockmeier and Mrs. George Thade, Sr., of New Holstein, one brother, Robert Sell of Montrose, Minnesota, and four stepbrothers, John, Herman and George Sell of New Holstein and Charles Sell of Milwaukee. She was a member of the Frauenverein of the Reformed church here and was well known throughout Calumet and Manitowoc counties. Funeral arrangements were not announced today as members of the family were in Plymouth in order to arrange to have the body brought to New Holstein. The Sheboygan Press - Wednesday, September 14, 1927 - P. Front Page ******** Rose Louise nee Sell (March 1, 1891-Sept. 13, 1927 –wife of Herbert Graf [married Nov. 27, 1917 in Town of New Holstein, Calumet County] –daughter of Juergen Sell and Mararetha Magdalena Vollenberg [both born in Germany] –born in Town of New Holstein, Calumet County –graduate of the Oshkosh Normal School –taught school for 8 years before her marriage –died from “fracture of skull from auto accident” –“The accident which resulted in Mrs. Graf’s death occurred on Highway 57 a short distance south of the Highway 23 intersection [by Plymouth, Sheboygan County] Sunday evening. The car driven by Mr. Graf collided with a car driven by Harry Steedeman, of Milwaukee. In the car with Mr. and Mrs. Graf were their two sons, Lloyd and Trumann, and Mrs. Alfred Oesau and children, Joan and Gladys, of Kiel. They were returning to their homes after visiting relatives in Milwaukee.” –from obit) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record wrongly claims burial is at the New Holstein Cemetery, Calumet County] [marriage record Calumet 6-171] [death record Sheboygan 30-135]
SANDRA JEAN GRAHAM Sandra "Sandy" J. (Beckman) Graham age 63, died peacefully surrounded by family, Wednesday, August 3, 2011 at Kindred Hearts in Plymouth, WI. She was born September 16, 1947 in Fond du Lac, WI to the late Donald and Wilma Beckman. Sandy was married to Robert Graham formally of Fond du Lac in 1965. Sandy enjoyed many adventures in her life including being a member of a sky diving club, The Paramoids. Sandy loved fishing, camping, horseback riding, shopping and dogs. Sandy attended St. Pauls Lutheran Grade School in North Fond du Lac, WI, North Fond du Lac High School, and New Holstein High School. She is survived by her son, Gary Graham of Wonewoc, WI, sisters Sue (Jim) Hass of Elkhart Lake, Debbie Meyer of Newton, one brother, Terry (Nancy) Beckman of Malone also nieces, nephews, and her life long love, Cody her dog. Sandy devoted many years of her life helping others through foster care including Ernie, Steve, Mark, Lee, Brent, Kevin, Cloid, Tammy, Tom and Craig. She was preceded by her parents and an infant brother Jeffery James. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at Sippel Funeral Home 2618 Altona Avenue in New Holstein, WI. Burial will be in the Eaton Cemetery in the Town of Eaton. Online Obituary ******** Sandra Jean nee Beckman (Sept. 16, 1947-Aug. 3, 2011 –wife of Robert Graham [married in 1965 in Fond du Lac County] –daughter of Donald Beckman and Wilma –born in Fond du Lac County) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Sheboygan 171-69]
STEVEN C. GROSS Steven C Gross, 46, route 1, Highway 32, Elkhart Lake, died Saturday afternoon, February 20, at St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan, after suffering and apparent heart attack at his home. He was born December 1, 1941, in New Holstein, the son of Alvin E. and Dorothy (Stenz) Gross. He graduated from Holy Rosary Catholic School in New Holstein High School. He attended UW-Whitewater. He graduated from MIT in Milwaukee. On November 6, 1965, he married Doris Lechler at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, New Holstein. Mr. Gross was an engineer for the City of Appleton for three years. He was employed by Donohue and Associates of Sheboygan for two years, and for the past 16 years he was employed as a surveyor for the Aero Metric Engineering Inc., of Sheboygan. He also worked part time at Millhome Supper Club, Kiel, for the past nine years. He was a member of Outdoors Inc of New Holstein and Ducks Unlimited. Survivors are his wife, Doris; two daughters, Monica at home and Mrs. Michael (Patricia) Lorbecki of Kiel ; a son, James at home; two grandsons, his parents; two brothers, Gerald of West Bend and Alvin T. of New Holstein; two sisters, Mrs. William (Mary) Schleh and Mrs. Jenold (Martha) Thuecks, both of New Holstein. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, a niece and a nephew. Funeral services were held at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Kiel. The Rev. John Baumann, pastor officiated. Burial was in the Eaton Cemetery. No newspaper named – February 1988
ROBERT C. HAEUSER Robert C. Haeuser, 64, of New Holstein, died Thursday evening, Nov. 19, 2009 at All About Life Rehabilitation Center in Fond du Lac. He was born July 22, 1945, in Cedarburg to the late Raymond and Elsie Hoeffer Haeuser. Bob was an auto mechanic in the metropolitan Milwaukee area for more than 40 years. Survivors include his three children, David Haeuser of Wildrose, Bobbie Rae (Ken) Jordan of New Holstein and Cari Anne (Robert) Mihaldo of Saukville; eight grandchildren, Samantha Rae, Stephanie, Ashlee, Anastasia, Rebecca, Elizabeth, Alan and Alexandra; a great-grandchild, Benjamin Robert; and a brother, Roland (Susan) Haeuser of Mequon. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at the Sippel Funeral Home, 2618 Altona Ave., New Holstein. Burial was in the Easton Cemetery in the Town of Eaton. The Sippel Funeral Home in New Holstein, (920) 898-4300, is assisting the family. Sheboygan Press November 26, 2009
CLYDE F. HAGENOW Clyde F. Hagenow, 84, of 14012 STH 67, Kiel died Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2003 at his home surrounded by his loving family at his side after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Whitelaw on April 4, 1918, son of the late Frederick and Lydia Stilling Hagenow. He attended school in Reedsville. Clyde married Elda Spettel at St. Peter’s United Church, Kiel on Nov. 5, 1941. He farmed all his adult life in the town of Schleswig and also worked for Fries Von Kiel, and the former Gib’s Services Station, Kiel. He was a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Kiel where he served on the church consistory and was an usher. Clyde enjoyed playing sheepshead, hunting, fishing and repairing bicycles in his retirement. Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years, Elda or rural Kiel, one son, Dale and Carol Hagenow, rural Kiel, one daughter, Sherrie and Darrel Kienberger Jr., Kiel, four grandchildren; one great grandchild, one brother, Christ Hagenow of Rural Cleveland, one sister Gertrude (Elroy) Fischer, Brillion, and one sister-in-law, Loleta Hagenow, Brillion. He was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers. Funeral services were held at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ with the Rev. Raymond C. Coombs officiating. Burial took place in the Eaton Cemetery. Kiel Tri-County Record – December 12, 2002 ******** Clyde Florian (April 4, 1918-Dec. 3, 2002 –husband of Elda Spettel –son of Frederick Hagenow and Lydia Stelling –born in Wisconsin –residence at time of death was 14012 State Highway 67 in Town of Schleswig –died from “metastatic cutaneous squamous cells, 13 months”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 112-479]
BERNICE HAMEISTER Bernice H. Hameister, 89, a resident of Prairie Crossing in Sheboygan Falls, formerly of 2122 N. 11th Street, passed away Thursday morning, November 14, 2013 at St. Nicholas Hospital. Born October 24, 1924 in the Town of Schleswig, Manitowoc County. Bernice was a daughter of the late Herman C. and Hulda H. Westphalen Buchholz. She attended Woodland Park School. On September 14, 1946 she was united in marriage to Harvey Hameister at Bethlehem United Church of Christ in the Town of Schleswig. They were married for 49 years before Harry preceded her in death on May 11, 1996. Bernice was an active member of U.C.C. In Sheboygan and the Eaton Ladies Aid. She was an active member of the Sheboygan County YMCA where at the age of 83 had swam over 8000 miles at the TOPS weight management club. She also was active in the Brownies and Girl Scouts for many years and enjoyed camping and fishing, snorkeling and crafts. She also loved her dogs, Gizmo and Penny and her many granddogs and grandcats. She is survived by her children, Joyce (Jerry) Blomberg, Dwight, Ill.; Marlene (William) Fischer, Sheboygan; James Hameister, Sheboygan; six grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren; her brother, Eldon Buchholz, Kiel; and a sister, Eunice Hoefler, New Holstein; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Besides her parents and husband, Harvey, she was preceded in death by four infant grandchildren, a brother and a sister. Funeral services for Bernice will take place at 4:00 pm on Sunday, November 17, 2013 at the Olson Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1132 Superior Ave., Sheboygan. The Rev. Roger Mealiff will officiate. Family and friends are welcome at the funeral home on Sunday from 2:00 pm until the time of service. Inurnment will take place in Eaton Union Cemetery, Kiel at a later date. A memorial fund has been established in Bernice's name. The family would like to thank the nurses at Prairie Crossing and St. Nicholas Home Health and Hospice for all of their loving care and support. The Olson Funeral Home and Cremation Service has been entrusted with Bernice's arrangements. Sheboygan Sun November, 2013 ******** Bernice Helen nee Buchholz (Oct. 24, 1924- -wife of Harvey Hameister [married Sept. 14, 1946 at Bethlehem Evangelical and Reformed Church, Town of Schleswig] –daughter of Herman Buchholz and Hulda Westphalen –born in Manitowoc County) [marriage record Manitowoc 36-349]
HARVEY HAMEISTER Harvey Calvin (June 2, 1923-May 11, 1996 –husband of Bernice Buchholz [married Sept. 14, 1946 at Bethlehem Evangelical and Reformed Church, Town of Schleswig] –son of Edwin Hameister and Emma Neuhaus –born in Sheboygan County –US Army veteran of WWII –factory worker at stainless steel products manufacturing –residence at time of death was 2122 North 11th Street, City of Sheboygan –died from “Parkinsson’s Disease, 5 months –cerebral vascular accident –congestive heart failure”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 36-349] [death record Sheboygan 137-366]
BERTHA HANSEN Bertha nee Roeh (Aug. 26, 1869-June 11, 1912 –wife of John Hansen –daughter of Henry Roeh and Christina Fader [both born Germany] –born in Wisconsin –residence at time of death was New Holstein, Calumet County –died from “cerebral hemorrhage, 2 days –cardiac paralysis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Calumet 5-817]
CAROLINE HANSSEN New Holstein--Mrs. Caroline Hanssen passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fred Arps, in this city on Friday. Mrs. Hanssen was born in Germany January 14, 1850 (sic), and came to this country with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Baster, at the age of 12 years. The family settled in this city. On November 23, 1866, she was married to H. J. Hanssen and the couple moved to a farm in the town of Eaton, where they resided for 47 years. Sixteen years ago they moved to this city and Mr. Hanssen preceded her in death five years ago. Funeral rites will be held Monday from the home of Mrs. Fred Arps. Deceased is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Fred Arps and Mrs. Henry Karser(sic) of Kiel and three sons, Otto of Fond du Lac, Fred of town Eaton and John of Chilton. Mrs. Hanssen was a charter member of Ladies Aid society of this city. Sheboygan Press, February 15, 1929 ******** Caroline Sophia nee Baster (Jan. 11, 1850-Feb. 15, 1929 –wife of Hans Jacob Hanssen [married Nov. 23, 1866] –daughter of Frederich Baster and Friederica –born in Germany –immigrated to the US with her parents in 1862, with the family settling in the City of New Holstein, Calumet County –died from “apoplexy –diabetes mellitus –cardio vascular renal disease, 2 years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 36-596]
DORA HANSSEN Mrs. Fred Hansen(sic), nee Dora Reimers, aged 67, passed away at the St. Elizabeth hospital in Appleton at 4:45 a.m. this Wednesday morning, after a several months illness. Mrs. Hansen was born August 13, 1874, in the town of New Holstein, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hans Hansen, and lived on a farm one and a half miles east of this city. She was united in marriage with Fred Hansen on November 18, 1898, and they made their home on a farm five miles northeast of New Holstein until 1935, when they moved to that city. Mr. Hansen died January 13, 1936. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Oscar Peik of Potter, and Mrs. James Lechler of the town of Eaton; nine grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. William Kuehl of New Holstein, and Mrs. William Edens of West Allis; and a brother, Edward, in Appleton. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Erbe-Hoffman Funeral Home. The body will be in state from 5:30 p.m. Thursday until the time of services. The Rev. A. George Schmid, pastor of the St. John Evangelical and Reformed church will officiate. Interment will be made in the Eaton cemetery. - 1941 ******** MRS. HANSEN (sic) OF NEW HOLSTEIN IS SUMMONED TODAY New Holstein—(Special)—Mrs. Fred Hansen, nee Dora Reimers, age 67, passed away at St. Elizabeth’s hospital, Appleton, today after several months of illness. She was born August 13, 1874, in the town of New Holstein, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hans Hansen (sic), and lived on a farm one and a half miles east of this city. On November 18, 1898, she married Fred Hansen, and they made their home on a farm five miles northeast of here until 1935, when they moved to this city. Mr. Hansen died Jan. 13, 1936. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Oscar Peik, Potter, and Mrs. James Lechler, town of Eaton; nine grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. William Kuehl, New Holstein, and Mrs. William Edens, West Allis; and a brother, Edward in Appleton. Funeral services will be held Saturday at the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral home. The body will be in state until time of services. The Rev. A. G. Schmid, pastor of St. John’s Evangelical and Reformed church, will officiate, and burial will be in the Eaton Cemetery. Sheboygan Press, September 10, 1941 (Note: She would be the daughter of Reimers not Hansen) ******** Dora nee Reimers (Aug. 13, 1874-Sept. 10, 1941 –wife of Frederick Hanssen [married Nov. 18, 1897 in Town of New Holstein, Calumet County –marriage year comes from marriage record] –daughter of Hans Reimers and Minna Schoen –born Town of New Holstein, Calumet County) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 3-227]
FREDRICK HANSSEN F. Hanssen of New Holstein Dies After Long Illness Frederick Hanssen, aged 63, of New Holstein, died Monday morning at 9:30 o'clock at the Plymouth hospital following an illness of one and one-half years' duration. Mr. Hanssen was born in the town of Eaton on May 19, 1872, the son of Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Hanssen. He was a life-long resident of the New Holstein community. Following his marriage to Miss Dora Reimers of New Holstein on November 18, 1898, he and his wife made their home on the Hanssen farm in the town of Eaton until December 15, 1935, when they moved to New Holstein. During part of the one year and one-half which he was ill, Mr. Hanssen was a patient at St. Agens' hospital in Fond du Lac. Since Christmas, however, he had been confined to the Plymouth hospital. Survivors are his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Oscar Pelk of the town of Chilton, Mrs. James Lechler of the town of Eaton, seven grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Fred Arps of New Holstein, Mrs. Henry Kaiser of Kiel, two brothers, John of Chilton, and Otto of Fond du Lac. One child died in infancy. The (details) of the funeral has not yet been decided and will be announced in Wednesday's Press. The Sheboygan Press - Tuesday, January 14, 1936 - P. 4 ********* Plan Last Rites for F. Hanssen New Holstein - Funeral services for Frederick Hanssen, 63, who died Monday at 9:30 p.m. at the Plymouth hospital, will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m., at the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral Home here. The Rev. A. G. Schmid of St. John's Reformed church will officiate and burial will be made in the town of Eaton cemetery. The Sheboygan Press - Wednesday, January 15, 1936 - P. 6 ******** Frederick (May 19, 1872-Jan. 13, 1936 –husband of Dora Reimers [married Nov. 18, 1897 in Town of New Holstein, Calumet County –marriage year comes from marriage record] –son of Hans Jacob Hanssen and Caroline Baster –born Town of Eaton –worked the Hanssen homestead farm in Town of Eaton until retiring in 1935 and moving to New Holstein, Calumet County –for most of the time spent in New Holstein, Frederick was ill) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 3-227]
H. JACOB HANSSEN The death of Hans Jacob Hanssen, pioneer settler of the town of New Holstein, came as a shock to his family and friends, many of whom were unaware of his brief but serious illness until death claimed him. Mr. Hanssen was taken ill two weeks previous to his death with hemorrhage of the brain but a few days later rallied and showed signs of recovery. He suffered a relapse on Monday of last week. Mr. Hanssen was robust in health all his life and except for being laid up with an infected foot in the winter of 1922-23 he had never been seriously ill. He recovered from this infection in the spring of 1923 and was around as usual often visiting in this city with his sons. On January 13th he was stricken with hemorrhage of the brain and in spite of all that could be done for him the illness proved fatal. Hans Jacob Hanssen was born in southern Ditmarshen, village of Marne, Germany, on July 8, 1854, and settling at New Holstein where friends of the family had settled previously. Their first home was on a farm one mile north of New Holstein upon which they remained for three years and then purchased government land a mile north of Meggers. Mr. Hanssen spent his boyhood on these farms and on Nov. 23, 1866, was united in marriage to Caroline Baster, taking up residence on the old homestead. Seven children were born to their union, two passing away in infancy. In 1897 Mr. Hanssen sold his farm to his son, Frederick and retired from active farm life, building a home a mile north of Meggers. He and his wife lived there until 1913 when they purchased a home in New Holstein and took up residence in that city where they have since resided. Mr. Hanssen took an active interest in the civic affairs of his town and served as town chairman of the town of Eaton, Manitowoc County and school clerk of that town for 14 years. Mr. Hanssen had also been a director of the Calumet County Mutual Fire Ins. Co. for many years. He was regarded as a man of unusual ability and during his term of public office his services were efficient in every way. In private life he was a good husband and father and left nothing undone to make their home a place of comfort and contentment. The deceased is survived by his widow and five children, Mrs. Fred Arps and Mrs. Henry Kaiser of New Holstein, Otto and John of this city and Frederick of the town of Eaton. He also leaves seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. The funeral was held on Thursday afternoon form the house with interment in the cemetery in the town of Eaton, Rev. W. A Arpke officiating. Chilton Times, February 2, 1924 ******** Hans Jacob (July 18, 1846-Jan. 28, 1924 –husband of Caroline Baster [married Nov. 23, 1866] –son of John Henry Hanssen and Dor Mohrwinkel [both born in Germany] –born in southern Ditmarshen, Village of Marne, Germany –farmer in Town of Eaton –worked his parents’ homestead farm in Town of Eaton until retiring in 1897 and building a new home a mile north of Meggers in Calumet County –lived in this home until 1913, when he moved to the City of New Holstein, Calumet County –“Mr. Hanssen was taken ill two weeks previous to his death with hemorrhage of the brain but a few days later rallied and showed signs of recovery. He suffered a relapse on Monday of last week. Mr. Hanssen was robust in health all his life and except for being laid up with an infected foot in the winter of 1922-23 he had never been seriously ill.” –from obit –died from “cerebral hemorrhage, 8 days –arteriosclerosis, 2 years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Calumet County 8-656] [death record Manitowoc 36-595]
GARRETT RICHARD HAU Garrett Hau, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hau, of 1030 Fourth St., Kiel, died Wednesday in Theda Clark Regional Medical Center, Neenah. Graveside services were Thursday in Eaton Cemetery, Town of Eaton, Manitowoc County. The Rev. Albert K. Borns, pastor of St. John United Church of Christ, New Holstein, officiated. The infant was born May 28, 1978 in Chilton, son of Thomas and Linda Rosenbauer Hau. Survivors include his parents, a twin brother, Graham Thomas, still a patient at Theda Clark; paternal grandparents, Richard and Marjorie Hau of Route 1, Glenbulah; maternal grandparents, Fred and Mabel Rosenbauer of New Holstein and paternal great grandmother, Katherine Shockmel, Plymouth. Erbe-Evjen Funeral Home, New Holstein, was in charge of funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times - Thursday, June 8, 1978 - page 3 ******** Garrett Richard (baby –May 28, 1978-June 7, 1978 –son of Thomas Hau and Linda Rosenbauer –at time of death, his parents were living at 1030 Fourth Street, Kiel –died from “cardio-respiratory arrest, immediate –intra ventricular cerebral hemorrhage, 2-3 days –twin number 2 –breech baby –28 week gest –severe hyaline memb. disease”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 79-287]
HELEN M. HAUS Helen M. Haus, 59, of 23608 W. Steinthal Road, Kiel, died early Thursday morning, September 28, 2006 at her home with her loving family at her side after a year long battle with cancer. She was the former Helen Libke, born December 11, 1946 in the Town of New Holstein, daughter of the late Orville & Dorothy Schreiber Libke. Helen was a 1965 graduate of Kiel High School. On November 6, 1971 she married Keith Haus at Trinity Lutheran Church, Kiel. She had been employed at Willowdale Nursing & Rehabilitaion Center, New Holstein for 16 years, retiring in November of 2005 due to illness. Helen enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, reading, camping, collecting stuffed bears and Elvis memorabilia. Survivors include her husband of 34 years, Keith, three daughters: Patricia (Scott) Sohrweide & their children, Kayla & Alex of Chilton, Jennifer (Derek) Gleim, Appleton, Sara (Sam) Conrad & their son Austin of Marytown and two brothers, David Libke, Sheboygan & his daughter, Angie Cook, Gary (Rebecca) Libke, Kiel and their children, Lauren & Reed. She is further survived by her mother-in-law and step father-in-law, Alma & Roy Kelm, New Holstein, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 30, 2006 at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, 815 6th. St., Kiel with Rev. Marcia Thomas officiating Burial will take place in Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service. A memorial has been established in her name. Helen's family would like to thank the Doctors & Staff at Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center, Affinity Hospice, especially, Rachel Schroeder for the wonderful care given to her and to Rev. Marcia Thomas & Rev. Deana Hamel for their visits & prayers. Online condolences at www.meiselwitzfh.com. The Sheboygan Press September 29, 2006 ******** Helen Marie nee Libke (Dec. 11, 1946-Sept. 28, 2006 –wife of Keith Haus [married Nov. 6, 1971 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Kiel] –daughter of Orville G. Libke and Dorothy Schreiber –born in Wisconsin) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 65-199]
KEITH A. HAUS Keith Allen (May 29, 1947- -husband of Helen Libke [married Nov. 6, 1971 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Kiel] –son of Lex Haus and Alma Wendler –born in Wisconsin) [marriage record Manitowoc 65-199]
REUBEN HEINEN Reuben A. Heinen, 78, of 1043 Second St., Kiel, died Friday afternoon, Feb. 28, 1997, at his home. He was born Nov. 18, 1918, in the Town of Lima, son of the late Abraham and Jennie Roelfsen Heinen. Reuben was a graduate of Oostburg High School class of 1936. On Jan. 24, 1942, he married Romilda Westphalen. Reuben farmed in the Town of Schleswig from 1946 until 1972. He was also employed for 27 years at Tecumseh Products until his retirement in 1981. He was a member of the United Church of Christ. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by a grandson, Erick Heinen and his twin sisters. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Monday at the Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, 815 Sixth St., Kiel, with the Rev. Raymond C. Coombs, pastor of St. Peters, Officiating. Burial will be in the Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, Kiel, from 4 p.m. Monday until the time of service. In Lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established. Sheboygan Press March 2, 1997 ******** Reuben Anthony (Nov. 18, 1918-Feb. 28, 1997 –husband of Romilda A. Westphalen [married Jan. 24, 1942] –son of Abraham Heinen and Jennie Roelfsen –born Town of Lima, Sheboygan County –farmer in Town of Schleswig from 1946 to 1972 –also worked for 27 years at Tecumseh Products in New Holstein, Calumet County until his retirement in 1981 –residence at time of death was 1043 Second Street, Kiel –died from “cardio pulmonary arrest, minutes –metastatic rectal cancer, months”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 103-42]
ROMILDA A. HEINEN Romilda A. "Millie" Heinen, age 91, of Kiel died Thursday morning, February 9, 2017 at Aurora Medical Center, Grafton. She was the former Romilda A. Westphalen, born March 6, 1925 in the Town of Eaton daughter of the late Roland & Theckla (Schmitt) Westphalen. She attended Elder Grove grade school. On January 24, 1942 she married Reuben A. Heinen at the Parsonage at St. John's UCC, New Holstein. Together they farmed in the Town of Schleswig from 1946 until 1972. Her husband Reuben preceded her in death on February 28, 1997. Millie had worked at Seifert MFG and later at Tecumseh Products, New Holstein for 18 ½ years, retiring in 1987. She was a member of St. Peter's UCC, Kiel, Eaton Ladies Aid, the"Retiree's At Tecumseh" card club and Senior Citizens Center, Kiel. She enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening and flowers. Millie was greatly involved in researching the genealogy of her family and enjoyed helping many other individuals locate family members history from the past. She also enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting and quilting. She made many amazing quilts and afghans for family and numerous dresses for African children. Survivors include three sons; Allen E. Heinen, Leesville, SC, Glen M. (Elaine) Heinen, Valders, Calvin R. Heinen (Sharon Laux), rural Kiel, one daughter-in-law, Barb Heinen, rural Kiel, seven grandchildren; Deanna (John) Schricker, Jesse (Sarah) Heinen, Lisa (David) Woelfel, Nathan Heinen, Tammy (Jay) Pochop, Dustin Heinen (Nicky Bartz) and Carissa Heinen, two step grandchildren; Eric & David, She is further survived by twelve great grandchildren, ten great great grandchildren, brother; Wilbur (Eleanor) Westphalen, Plymouth, four sisters; Armella Sabell, Sheboygan, Evelyn Zeman, Racine, Harriet Kappelmann, Manitowoc, Virginia (Donald) Dickrell, Denmark, WI, brother-in-law; Eugene Heinen, Oostburg along with other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, one son, Wayne W. Heinen and one grandson, Eric Heinen, brother; Allen (Lorraine) Westphalen, her in-laws; Abraham & Jennie Heinen, brothers-in-law; Melvin Zeman, Carl Kappelman, Thomas Sabell, Harold (Arlene) Heinen, sisters-in-law; Mary Heinen and Eunice Lewis. Funeral services for Millie will be held at 3:00pm on Saturday February 18, 2017 at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home (815 6th St., Kiel) with Christopher Ross officiating. Cremation has taken place and burial will follow in Eaton Cemetery at a later date. Family and friends may gather at the funeral home on Saturday from 1:00pm until the time of service. A memorial has been established for Eaton Ladies Aid Association or St. Peter's UCC. Online condolences at www.meiselwitzfh.com Romilda's family would like to extend their thanks to Willowdale Nursing Home, New Holstein for the wonderful care and concern she received. Special thanks to Lisa Woelfel for all her care. Sheboygan Press Feb. 14, 2017
JOSEPH HOEFLER Joseph George (Jan. 3, 1917-Jan. 19, 2002 –husband of Eunice Buchholz –son of Edward Hoefler and Anna Hartmann –born in Wisconsin –farmer –residence at time of death was 1311 Trimborn Avenue, New Holstein, Calumet County –died from “ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm, minutes –peripheral arteriosclerosis, year –renal artery stenosis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Calumet 32-360]
ANGELA HUEBNER Mrs. Angela Huebner, 74, of Forest Junction, a public school teacher for 36 years, died Thursday at Appleton Memorial Hospital where she had been a patient for six weeks. The former Angela Domke was born Nov. 8, 1903, in the Town of New Holstein, a daughter of Edward and Kathy Steueven Domke. She attended the district school and graduated from New Holstein High School. She also attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison, the Outagamie Rural Normal School, Kaukauna, and the Oshkosh State Teachers College, where she received a B.S. degree. She taught at rural schools in Calumet County, eighth grade at Combined Locks and the sixth grade at Neenah. On Dec. 31, 1940, she, was married to Samuel A. Huebner in the Town of New Holstein. The couple resided at Forest Junction their entire married lives where they operated the Huebner Implement Works. Mr. Huebner died Dec. 6, 1977. She sold the business in March, 1978. Mrs. Huebner was a member for 40 years and past president of the Eaton Ladies Aid Society, a 50-year member of the Royal Neighbors of America and a member of the Delta Cappa Gamma Omicion Chapter for 20 years. She also was a past member of the American Cancer Society, state and local teachers associations, the first chairman of the Town of Brillion Community Fund campaign and a former Sunday school teacher at the First Presbyterian Church, Kiel. Survivors include a brother, Howard, New Holstein. Another brother preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, the Rev. Mark R. Swanson, pastor of Zion United Methodist Church, Forest Junction, officiating. Burial will be in the Eaton Cemetery, Town of Eaton. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. today. A memorial fund has been established in Mrs. Huebner's name. The Sheboygan Press Friday, October 6, 1978 pg. 16
SAMUEL A. HUEBNER Samuel A. Huebner, 72, of Forest Junction, died early Tuesday in Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton. Funeral services will be 11 .m. Thursday in Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Forest Junction. The Rev. Calmer Overlien will officiate and burial will be in Eaton Cemetery, Town of Eaton. Mr. Huebner was born April 23, 1905 in Forest Junction, son of the late August and Asapena Broehm Huebner. He was graduated from Brillion High School in 1922 and North Central College, Naperville, Ill., in 1926. He married Angela Domke Dec. 31. 1940, at her parents home in New Holstein. Mr. Huebner was the originator and owner of Huebner Implement Works at Forest Junction. He designed and manufactured the Huebner Chopper rack and wagon manure spreader, green and dry feeder, comfort stalls and cow trainer and more recently the wood splitter. He was a member of Zion United Methodist Church, American Welding Society, Fox Valley Chamber of Commerce, Hilbert Advancement Assn., member and former chief of Forest Junction Fire Dept. and Civil League treasurer. Survivors include his wife; two brothers, Dr. J.S. Huebner of Oshkosh and Merlin of Appleton and a sister, Miss Edna Huebner of Cedar Falls, Iowa. Friends may call in Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, after 3 p.m. Wednesday and in the church from 10 a.m. Thursday until the time of service. A memorial has been established in his name. Herald Times Reporter, December 6, 1977 P. 3
LUCY IBE Mrs. Rudolph Ibe, 76, of R. 1, Kiel, died unexpectedly this morning at her home in the Town of Eaton after being stricken with an apparent heart attack. Born Sept, 15, 1891 in the Town of Eaton, the former Lucy Lechler was the daughter of the late Ferdinand and Emma Strassmann Lecher. She attended district schools and on June 19, 1919, married Rudolph Ibe in the Town of Schleswig. The couple operated a farm in the Town of Eaton since their marriage. Mrs. Ibe was a life-long member of St. John’s United Church of Christ in New Holstein, the Women’s Guild of the church, member and former treasurer of the Eaton Cemetery Ladies Aid and member of the Kasper-Beckley-Wilkens American Legion Post No. 99 Auxiliary in Kiel. Survivors include her husband; one daughter, Mrs. Chris (Margie) Christopherson of R. 1, Kiel; three brothers, John and Mike of rural Kiel and Helmuth of Kiel. Two brothers preceded her in death. Funeral services will be Saturday at St. John’s United Church of Christ, New Holstein with the Rev. Charles A. Kock, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Eaton Cemetery. Sheboygan Press, August 7, 1968 ******** Lucy nee Lechler (Sept. 15, 1891-Aug. 7, 1968 –wife of Rudolph Ibe [married June 19, 1919 at Bethlehem United Church of Christ in Town of Schleswig] –daughter of Ferdinand Lechler and Emma Strassmann –born in Town of Eaton –died from “acute pulmonary edema, minutes –possible coronary occlusion, minutes –general arteriosclerotic heart disease, years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 50-139] [death record Manitowoc 65-538]
RUDOLPH IBE Rudolph A. Ibe, 83, of Rt. 1, Kiel, a retired Town of Eaton farmer, died late Saturday afternoon at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. John United Church of Christ, New Holstein. The Rev. Albert K Burns will officiate with burial in Eaton Cemetery. Mr. Ibe was born Jan. 6, 1894, in the Town of Schleswig, son of the late Charles and Pauline Quante Ibe. He attended district school in the area and was inducted in the U.S. Army in July of 1918, serving in France and Germany, and was discharged in June of 1919. He married Lucy Lechler June 19, 1919, at Bethlehem United Church of Christ, Town of Schleswig. The couple operated a farm in the Town of Eaton. Mrs. Ibe preceded him in death Aug. 7, 1968. Mr. Ibe was a member of St. John United Church of Christ and American Legion Kasper-Bechley-Willkens Post No. 99 of Kiel. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Christ (Margie) Christopherson, of Rt. 1, Kiel; two brothers, Henry, of Sheboygan and Louis, of Rt. 1, Kiel, two grandsons and two great grandchildren. Two brothers and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, after 3 p.m. Tuesday until 11 a.m. Wednesday and at the church from noon until the time of service. Memorials may be made to St. John United Church of Christ. Herald Times Reporter, Monday, January 10, 1977 P. 3 ******** Rudolph August (Jan. 6, 1894-Jan. 8, 1977 –husband of Lucy Lechler [married June 19, 1919 at Bethlehem United Church of Christ, Town of Schleswig] –son of Carl Ibe and Pauline Quante –born Town of Schleswig –Army veteran of WWI, serving from July of 1918 to June of 1919 and with service in France and Germany –farmer in Town of Eaton –on Oct. 10, 1919 [just months after his marriage to Lucy Lechler] purchased the 80 acre farm at 23031 Cedar Road in Section 29, Town of Eaton from Carl and Henrietta Gast –lived on this farm until his death in 1977 –the farm then went to his adopted daughter Margie Ibe Christopherson –died from “renal failure and anemia, months –multiple myeloma, 1 plus years –arteriosclerotic heart disease, chronic failure”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 50-139] [death record Manitowoc 77-362]
ANIDA JOCHMANN Anida C. nee Rosenbauer (1899-1993 –wife of Arthur Jochmann [married Nov. 20, 1917 at the Bethlehem United Church of Christ, Town of Schleswig] –daughter of Fred Rosenbauer and Mary Stueven –born in Wisconsin) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 13-442]
ARTHUR JOCHMANN Arthur J. Jochmann, 73, of 2225 Monroe St., New Holstein, died early Thursday evening at his home. Mr. Jochmann was born in the Town of Schleswig, Manitowoc County, on Aug. 30, 1893, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Gothelf Jochmann, and attended Woodland Park District School. On Nov. 20, 1917, he married Anida Rosenbauer in Bethlehem Church in Schleswig. For 33 years he worked as a machinist for the Lauson Engine Division of Tecumseh Products, in New Holstein. Mr. Jochmann was a member of St. John United Church of Christ and an honorary member of the New Holstein Fire Department. Survivors include his wife; one son, Gordon, Ronton, Wash.; three daughters, Mrs. Leonard (Mildred) Kotsch, Marathon, Mrs. Donald (Dorothy) Deffke, Brillion; and Mrs. James (Audrey) Steenport, Chilton; 14 grandchildren; three great grandchildren; one brother, Herman and one sister, Mrs. Charles Schmidt. Two brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. John’s United Church of Christ, New Holstein, with the Rev. Charles A. Koch, officiating. Burial will be in the Town of Eaton Cemetery in Manitowoc County. Sheboygan Press, July 14, 1967 ******** Arthur J. (Aug. 30, 1893-July 13, 1967 –husband of Anita Rosenbauer [married Nov. 20, 1917 at the Bethlehem United Church of Christ, Town of Schleswig] –son of Gothelf Jochmann [born Germany] and Mary Deicher [born Wisconsin] –born Town of Schleswig –worked for 33 years as a machinist for the Lauson Engine Division of Tecumseh Products in New Holstein –residence at time of death was 2225 Monroe Street, New Holstein, Calumet County –died from “coronary occlusion, sudden –hypertension –arteriosclerosis”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Manitowoc 13-442] [death record Calumet 18-512]
CHRISTINA JOCHMANN At the advanced age of almost 94 years, Mrs. Johanna Christina Jochmann, mother of Mr. A. F. Neumann of this city, passed away Saturday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Theodore Keppler, at Wild Rose, about fifty miles west of Oshkosh. Mrs. Jochmann, nee Liske, was born in Schleswig, Germany, May 3, 1837. At the age of 24, while still in Germany, she was married to Carl Jochmann. To the couple, eleven children were born, six of who died in their youth. Her husband preceded her in death 24 years ago, since which time the deceased had made her home with her surviving daughters, who are: Mrs. Henry Breyer of Chicago; Mrs. William Schadel of West Bend; Mrs. Herman Krueger of Sheboygan; Mrs. Keppler at Wild Rose; and Mrs. Neumann here. Also surviving are 17 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held here Monday afternoon at the Neuman home, the Rev. E. L. Worthman conducting the last rites. Interment was in the Eaton cemetery, where Mr. Jochmann was also buried. Tri-County Record, April 16, 1931 ******** Christina nee Liske (May 3, 1837-April 15, 1931 –wife of Charles Jochmann [married in 1861 in Germany] –born in Schleswig, Germany –died at the home of a daughter in Wild Rose, Waushara County –since the death of her husband in 1905, had lived with various of her five daughters) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record in Waushara County]
GORDON F. JOCHMANN Gordon F. Jochmann, 66, of 1803 Monroe St., New Holstein died Tuesday, December 21, 1993 at his home. He was born June 24, 1927, in New Holstein, a son of the late Arthur and Anida Rosenbauer Jochmann. On February 10, 1984, he married Rose Ann Hocks in Chilton. Mr. Jochmann served in the United States Navy from October 1943 – April 1946. He then served in the United States Army from May 1947 – April 1966. During this time he saw action in WWII, Korea and Vietnam. He was a current commander of the New Holstein American Legion Post 124. He was the first commander of Al Hertel Post 65, Disabled American Veterans. He was past correspondent of the 40 & 8 and also a member of the Chilton Eagles, Aerie 1288. Survivors include his wife, Rose Ann; four sons, Arthur Jochmann II, Atlanta, Ga.; Michael (Carmella) Jochmann, Knoxville, Tenn.; Dennis (Betty Ann) Jochmann, Pittsburg, Penn.; Steven, Seattle, Wash.; one daughter, Katherine Trost, Renton Wash.; five step-sons, John (Lu) Hocks, Sherwood, Wis.; Butch (Karen), Glen (Debbie), both of Algoma. Wis.; Richard (Willow) Evans, of Georgia; Bruce and friend, Diane, New Braunfels, Tex.; one step daughter, Mrs. Cindy (Thomas) Leicht, Cleveland, Wis.; also 15 grandchildren three sisters, Mrs. Mildred Kotsch, Marathon, Wis.; Mrs. Dorothy (Donald) Deffke, Brillion, Wis.; and Audrey Steenport, Sheboygan Falls, Wis. No newspaper named, 1993 ******** Gordon Frederick (June 24, 1927-Dec. 21, 1993 –husband of Rose Ann nee Hocks Solchenberger [married Feb. 10, 1984 in Chilton, Calumet County] –son of Arthur Jochmann and Anita Rosenbauer –born in Town of New Holstein, Calumet County –served in the US Navy from October 1943 to April 1946 and then served in the US Army from May 1947 to April 1966 –in this time span he saw action in WWII, the Korean War, and in the Vietnam War –missile master in military service –at time of death he was the commander of the New Holstein American Legion Post 124 –residence at time of death was 1803 Monroe Street, New Holstein, Calumet County –died from “cardio pulmonary arrest, minutes –end stage hepatic disease, months –alcoholic cirrhosis, years”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record Calumet 23-689] [death record Calumet 28-646]
KARL JOCHMANN From Der Nord Westen, 04 Jan. 1906 Death in Steinthal on Monday last week of Carl Jochmann, an old settler in that area. He leaves a widow and 7 children. The funeral was held Thursday. (Monday of the last week is 27 Dec. 1905) ******* Charles John Jockmann birth: 31 May 1834 Germany death: 25 December 1905 Eaton, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Eaton, Manitowoc Co., Wis. residence: 1905 Eaton, Manitowoc Co., Wis. father: John Jockmann spouse: Christiana Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
ROSE A. JOCHMANN Rose Ann Jochmann, 72, 1803 Monroe St., New Holstein, died Friday, March 24, 2006, at the Calumet Homestead in New Holstein. She was born Dec. 2, 1933, in Rio Creek, Wis., a daughter of the late John and Bridget Barrett Hocks. Rose Ann graduated from Casco High School. She married David J. Solchenberger in January, 1954. On Feb. 10, 1984, she married Gordon Jochmann in Chilton. Gordon preceded her in death on Dec. 21, 1993. Rose Ann had worked as the Kitchen Supervisor at Willowdale Nursing Home in New Holstein until her retirement. Rose Ann was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in New Holstein, the Christian Women's Society, a member of the New Holstein American Legion Auxiliary where she was instrumental in implementing the Honor Guard, the Ladies Eaton League, the Dominos Club and she had volunteered at the Salvatorian Center in New Holstein. Survivors include her daughter, Cindy (Thomas) Leicht, Cleveland, Wis.; five sons, John (Lu) Hocks, Sherwood; David "Butch" Solchenberger, Algoma; Glen (Debbie) Solchenberger, Algoma; Richard (Willow) Solchenberger, Jackson City, N.J.; Bruce (Diane) Solchenberger, Lomira; 11 grandchildren, Kevin, Heidi, Brett, Adam, Courtney, Jared, Matthew, Michael, Heather, David and Paul; two brothers, Bernard Hocks, Algoma; and George (Carol) Hocks, Algoma; her good friend, Sophie Egide; and her pet dog, Jocko. Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Gordon Jochmann; one granddaughter; and one brother, Barrett John Hocks. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 29, 2006, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in New Holstein. Rev. Harold Berryman, Pastor, will officiate. Inurnment will be in the Eaton Union Cemetery at a later date. Friends may call at the Sippel Funeral Home 2618 Altona Ave., New Holstein, on Tuesday, March 28, from 4 to 8 p.m. and again on Wednesday morning from 9 to 10:30 a.m. when brief family rites will be held at the funeral home. The Christian Women will recite the Rosary at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday evening at the funeral home. A memorial fund will be established in her name. The Sippel Funeral Home in New Holstein (920) 898-4300 is assisting the family. Green Bay Press Gazette March 25, 2006 ******** Rose Ann nee Hocks Solchenberger (Dec. 2, 1933-March 24, 2006 –wife of David J. Solchenberger –after this marriage, re-married to Gordon Jochmann [married Feb. 10, 1984 in Chilton, Calumet County] –daughter of John Hocks and Bridget Barrett –born in Wisconsin) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [second marriage record Calumet 23-689] [death record Calumet 35-7]
AGNES M. JONIAUX Agnes M. Joniaux, age 77, of New Holstein, died Sunday, March 17, 2013 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in the town of Schleswig in Manitowoc County. She was born May 15, 1935 in Frankenthal, Germany to the late Heinrich & Elsa (Hoff) Berger. She graduated from Frankenthal High School in Germany in 1953. On January 16, 1959 she married Wayne Joniaux. Agnes worked at the former Leverenz Shoe Company in New Holstein from 1973-1979. She worked at the New Holstein High School as a Library Aide from 1979-1999. She was a member of St. John United Church of Christ in New Holstein. Agnes was a member of the Chancel Choir at the church and belonged to the Women's Fellowship. Survivors include her two sons, Darren (Lynn) Joniaux of Kiel and Eric Joniaux of New Holstein; three grandchildren, Brad, Trevor and Samantha; her sister-in-law, Mrs. Cheryl (Larry) Pleau of Green Bay. She is further survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Wayne; two sisters, Ria and Elsa and her brother. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 22, 2013 at St. John United Church of Christ 2111 Church Street in New Holstein with the Rev. James Werner officiating. Burial will be in the Eaton Union Cemetery in the Town of Eaton. Family and friends may call at the Sippel Funeral Home 2618 Altona Ave. New Holstein on Thursday, March 21, 2013 from 4-8:00 PM and at St. John United Church of Christ on Friday morning, March 22 from 9:30-10:30 AM. For additional information, please call the Sippel Funeral Home in New Holstein (920) 898-4300 or visit www.sippelfuneralhome.net Published in Fond du Lac Reporter on Mar. 19, 2013 ******** Agnes Meta nee Berger (May 15, 1935-March 17, 2013 –wife of Wayne C. Joniaux [married Jan. 16, 1959 –likely in Germany] –born at Frankenthal, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany –“Agnes worked at the former Leverenz Shoe Company in New Holstein from 1973-1979. She worked at the New Holstein High School as a Library Aide from 1979-1999.” –from obit –died from “injuries sustained in an automobile accident in the town of Schleswig in Manitowoc County.” –from obit –also killed in the accident was her husband Wayne) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [marriage record likely in Germany] [death record Manitowoc 127-326]
WAYNE C. JONIAUX Wayne C. Jonianx, age 79, of New Holstein, died Sunday, March 17, 2013 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in the town of Schleswig in Manitowoc County. He was born October 25, 1933 in Green Bay to the late John & Leone (Adams) Joniaux. He served in the U.S. Army from 1957 to 1959 in Germany. On January 16, 1959, he married Agnes Berger. He graduated from Green Bay East High School in 1952. He received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin, Madison in 1957. Wayne received a Master’s degree in guidance from University Wisconsin, Stout in 1965. Mr. Joniaux taught English at Burlington High School from 1959 to 1965. He was the Guidance Director at New Holstein High School from 1965 until his retirement in 1991. While at New Holstein High School, he was president of the New Holstein Education Association, president of the Fond du Lac Area Counselors’ Association and coordinator of the local adult vocational education program. He also directed the district’s gifted student and at-risk programs. He also participated in North Central guidance on-site evaluations. Wayne’s retirement activities consisted of membership in the Calumet County Mental Health Association and the American Cancer Society. He also worked closely with March of Dimes activities. He did volunteer work at the Salvatorian Mission Warehouse. He loved sports, reading, traveling and playing tricks on his grandchildren. He had a life-long love affair with the Packers. He was active in his local chuch-St. John United Church of Christ in New Holstein. He served as congregational president, church council member, greeter and Sunday School teacher. Wayne was a member of the New Holstein American Legion Post 124. Survivors include his two sons, Darren (Lynn) Joniaux of Kiel and Eric Joniaux of New Holstein; three grandchildren, Brad, Trevor and Samantha; and one sister, Mrs. Cheryl (Larry) Pleau of Green Bay. He is further survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Agnes and one sister, Marilyn Burkart. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 22, 2013 at St. John’s United Church of Christ 2111 Church Street New Holstein with the Rev. James Werner officiating. Burial will be in the Eaton Union Cemetery in the Town of Eaton. Family and friends may call at the Sippel Funeral Home 2618 Altona Ave. in New Holstein on Thursday, March 21, 2013 from 4-8:00 PM and at St. John United Church of Christ on Friday morning March 22 from 9:30-10:30 AM. Sippel Funeral Home online obituary ******** Wayne Cameron (Oct. 25, 1923-March 17, 2013 –husband of Anges Berger [married Jan. 16, 1959 –likely in Germany] –son of John Joniaux and Leone Adams –born Green Bay, Brown County –served in the US Army from 1957 to 1959 in Germany –“taught English at Burlington High School from 1959 to l965. He was the Guidance Director at New Holstein High School from 1965 until his retirement in 1991.” –from obit –died from “injuries sustained in an automobile accident in the town of Schleswig in Manitowoc County” –from obit –also killed in the accident was his wife Agnes) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [death record Manitowoc 127-327]
J.F. KAPING From Der Nord Westen, 20 Feb. 1896: Death of Fred Kaping, a farmer in Town Eaton, who was found dead of a heart attack in his bed on Sunday. ******** Joachim Fred (April 20, 1821-Feb. 10, 1896 –husband of Josephine Wotinger –after Josepha died in 1867, re-married to Sophia Richter [married Sept. 20, 1868 in religious ceremony in Town of New Holstein, Calumet County] –son of John Kaping and Sophia Mueller –born in Mecklenburg, Germany –emigrated from Germany to the US with two of his brothers in 1851, first locating in New Holstein, Calumet County –he then purchased government land in the Town of Eaton and establish a farm –“There he erected a log cabin, then energetically applied himself to clearing his land and placing it under cultivation. He was unfamiliar with agricultural pursuits as he had learned weaving in the old country and always followed that trade until he came to the United States. Later his parents joined him here, but they subsequently removed to [New] Holstein and there they both passed away at a ripe old age.” –from History of Manitowoc County, Wisconsin” –on Feb. 2, 1858 purchased 80 acres from the US Government and created a farmstead at what today is 23031 Cedar Road in Section 29, Town of Eaton –on June 7, 1886 sold this farm to his son Friedrich Kaping, with the stipulation that Joachim and his second wife Sophia could live in the new house built on this property for the remainder of their lives –“found dead of a heart attack in his bed on Sunday” –from obit) –buried at the Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton [second marriage record Calumet 2-3]
ELMER KARSTAEDT Elmer A. Karstaedt, 90, of New Holstein, died Wednesday, July 11, 2012, at the Willowdale Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in New Holstein. He was born August 27, 1921, in the town of Meeme, the oldest of 13 children born to the late Frank and Amanda (Rabe) Karstaedt. Elmer attended Mineral Springs Grade School. On September 28, 1946, he married Verona Beck at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Sheboygan Falls. In his younger years, Elmer farmed. Later on he worked in construction as a carpenter. Elmer was an avid hunter and fisherman, especially sturgeon spearing. Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Verona; three brothers, Ralph (Delores) Karstaedt of Kiel; Roger (Caroline) Karstaedt of Crossville, TN; and Larry Karstaedt of Phoenix, AZ; six sisters, Bernice Scharenbroch of School Hill; Henrieta Marchiando of Sheboygan; Agnes (Vernon) Vogel of Kiel; Julieanne Hickmann of Kiel; Virginia (Norbert) Herbst of Statesville, NC; and Marjean (Glenroy) Schmitz of New Holstein; his brother-in-law, Victor Schanke of New Holstein; his sister-in-law, Pat Karstaedt of New Holstein. He is further survived by Verona's family, many nieces, and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; his brother, Wilbert "Wimpy" Karstaedt; and two sisters, Carolyn Zimmermann and Alyce Schanke. Funeral Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 14, 2012, at the Sippel Funeral Home, 2618 Altona Avenue in New Holstein. Rev. John Schenck and Vicor Azor Cigelske will officiate. Burial will be in the Eaton Union Cemetery in the Town of Eaton. Sheboygan Press July 13, 2012
VERONA KARSTAEDT Verona A. Karstaedt, age 89, of New Holstein, was called home to the Lord on Saturday, January 3, 2015, at Willowpark Residence. The former Verona Beck was born February 18, 1925 in Dodge County to the late Ervin & Amanda (Dobberphul) Beck. Verona attended school in Sheboygan Falls. On September 28, 1946, she married Elmer A. Karstaedt at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Sheboygan Falls; they were married 66 years. Elmer preceded her in death on July 11, 2012. Verona had worked at Tecumseh Engine Products in New Holstein until her retirement. She is a faithful member of Zion Lutheran Church in New Holstein. She loved it when her family surprised her and joined her for worship. She also appreciated the Karstaedt family members who also belonged to the congregation. Verona was a "second mom" to many of her nieces and nephews; she helped to raise, Julia, Dione, Sheila, Mary, and Kim. All have fond memories of Verona during their childhoods. Verona loved fishing and traveling with her husband. She loved shopping, getting together with the family, especially during the holidays, and playing cards. She was a special lady, so gentle and kind to everyone she met. She was well loved and will be remembered by everyone. Survivors include her two sisters, Shirley Robek of Sheboygan and Diane Andersen of Sheboygan; four brothers, Larry (Carol) Beck and Melvin Beck both of Sheboygan, James (Jean) Beck of New Holstein, and Ronald Beck. She is further survived by a very special sister-in-law, Carol Presutti; a special brother-in-law, Al Tomczak; her husband's family, many nieces, and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Elmer; four sisters; and four brothers. The Funeral Service for Verona will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 10, 2015, at the Sippel Funeral Home 2618 Altona Avenue New Holstein, WI 53061. Rev. Azor Cigelske will officiate. Verona will be laid to rest next to her husband at the Eaton Union Cemetery in the Town of Eaton. Family and friends may call at the Sippel Funeral Home in New Holstein on Saturday, January 10th from 10:00 AM until the time of services. Memorials may be directed to the family for Hospice Angels Foundation of Hospice Advantage, who took wonderful care of Verona during the last days of her life. For additional information, please contact the Sippel Funeral Home in New Holstein (920) 898-4300 or visit www.sippelfuneralhome.net Verona's family wishes to extend their heartfelt appreciation to the Hospice Advantage staff as well as the Willowpark Residence staff for the wonderful care and support given to Verona. Precious Lord take my hand, Lead me on, let me stand. I am tired, I am weak, I am worn. Through the storm, through the night, lead me on to the light. Take my hand precious Lord and lead me home. Sheboygan Press January 7, 2015
PATRICIA KEHOE Patricia "Pat" Kehoe, 69, beloved wife of James M. Kehoe, died unexpectedly of an undetected heart condition, Friday, April 11, 2014. Pat was born July 6, 1944 to Francis and Beatrice (Suchocki) Kust in Kewaunee, WI. She graduated from Denmark High School in 1963 and then attended business college in Manitowoc. On October 20, 1965, Pat married James Kehoe at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Kellnersville. She was a wonderful partner for Jim, keeping the Kehoe Homestead a warm and beautiful place, and a successful business enterprise as well. She was a loving mother to James Francis Kehoe, Las Vegas, NV, and Michael John Kehoe, Green Bay, WI. Pat was an unassuming and humble woman with a strong faith in God. She had a sweet disposition, a ready smile and an infectious laugh. She was interested in, not only the lives of her children, but of her nieces, nephews and extended relatives and friends too. Everyone admired her serenity and kindness. Pat kept a beautiful yard and home. She was the gracious hostess of an annual New Year's Eve brunch at the family home. Her hobbies included stitchery and needlework. In recent years Pat and Jim enjoyed traveling together, going to many places including New Zealand, Ireland, New York City, the Grand Canyon, New England, Las Vegas, Branson, South Dakota, Hawaii, and most recently a bus tour of the South. Along with her husband and two sons, Pat is survived by her sisters, Judy (Marvin) Erdman, Whitelaw, WI, and Bonnie Kust, Las Vegas; sisters-in-law, Rosemary Kehoe and Lucille (Kehoe) Warpinski, both of Green Bay. On the Kust side of the family she is further survived by her nieces, Kelly Bradley (Ted) Douglas, Kristy Bradley (Raymond) Montes, and Jelaine (Tim) Scannell; and nephew, Dean (Heidi) Erdman. On the Kehoe side of the family she will be sadly missed by her seven Warpinski nieces and nephews who adored her: Terri, Bob and Nancy, Betsy Martin, Patrick and Collette, Ted and Kelly, Brian and Kelly, and Rick and Heidi. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Carol Kust and Nancy Kust Bradley; brothers-in-law, Raymond Bradley and Robert Warpinski, Sr.; a niece, Caitlin Scannell; and nephew, Garry Fritz (Terri Warpinski). Family and friends may call at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, 5930 Humboldt Road, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15, 2014, with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue at church on Wednesday, April 16 from 9:00 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., with Father Andrew Kurz officiating. Interment will be in the Irish Eaton Cemetery. Knutson-Cotter Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cotterfuneralhome.com. Pat's generosity and concern for others will extend beyond her life on this earth. She was a tissue and organ donor which will improve the life of others long after "my Patsy" is gone. "A mother holds her children's hands for a little while, but their hearts for a lifetime." Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Monday, April 14, 2014
CHARLES L. KLAESER Charles L. Klaeser, age 63, of Kiel, passed away on Friday, August 11, 2017, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Charlie was born on January 3, 1954 in Sheboygan, the son of the late Joseph & Geraldine (Henschel) Klaeser. He was a Kiel High School graduate with the class of 1972. He was employed at Evenson Excavating for many years before retiring due to health issues. Charlie was a member of the Wisconsin Wild Turkey Federation and Sturgeons for Tomorrow. He enjoyed hunting for turkeys and deer, fishing, and sturgeon spearing. He loved to grill out with friends, and always left his door open for anyone. Charlie loved anything to do with his niece, great niece, and great nephew. He looked forward to volunteering weekly with the Kiel Food Pantry and helping out any way he could. Charlie is survived by his niece, Tricia (Bryan) Barnard, Arkansas; his great nephew, Caleb Barnard; his great niece, Calli Barnard; his sister-in-law, JoAnne (Dick) Klaeser - Sedlachek, Kiel; his aunt, Donna Balz, Kiel. He is further survived by cousins, and many special friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Mike Klaeser; a special uncle, Tom (TJ) Balz and many other aunts and uncles. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home (815 6th St.) with Deacon Bernard "Pat" Knier officiating. Burial will follow at Eaton Cemetery. Family will greet friends and relatives from 1:00 pm until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established in Charlie's name. Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home will be assisting the family. The family would like to thank the entire staff at Holy Family Memorial for going above and beyond the last years. Sheboygan Press August 15, 2017
MICHAEL J. KLAESER Michael J. Klaeser, age 58, of 1148 Sixth St., Kiel, died unexpectedly Friday, Feb. 20, 2009, at his home of an apparent heart attack. He was born July 26, 1950, in Sheboygan, son of the late Joseph and Geraldine Henschel Klaeser. He attended St. Peter and Paul Catholic School in Kiel and was a 1968 graduate of Kiel High school. On Sept. 2, 1972, he married JoAnne Ratzburg at Salem United Church of Christ in Plymouth. He was employed at Tecumseh Products in New Holstein from 1968-1991. In 1989, the couple purchased Mike's Bait and Gun in Kiel. He was a life-long member of the following organizations: National Rifle Association, White Tails Unlimited, Wisconsin Bear Hunters Association, Wisconsin Trappers Association and the Wisconsin Bow hunters. He also belonged to the Kiel Fish and Game, where he was a former board member and banquet committee; National Wild Turkey Federation; Walleyes For Tomorrow; Wisconsin Whitetails; Riverside Sportsmans Club; the Central Wisconsin Gun Collectors Association; Pope and Young Club; Boone and Crocket Club; and was a trappers instructor. He was an avid sturgeon spearer for many years, and enjoyed turkey hunting in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Missouri and Michigan. He bear-hunted in Minnesota, Michigan, Wisconsin and his beloved Ontario, Canada. He loved bow hunting, fishing the White River in Ontario every June, deer hunting, coon hunting, caribou hunting in Quebec at Echo Camp, and loved shooting sporting clays at Thunderbird and Hunter's Park. He loved going out for smelt at the Countryside on Wednesdays with the other "Bubbas" and going to Seven Corners for breakfast on Sunday with his friends. (Survivors omitted for privacy.)He was preceded in death by his parents; father- and mother-in-law: Herman and Louise Ratzburg; three uncles: TJ Balz, Fritz Klaeser and Gib Klaeser; two brothers in-law: Peter Behr and Edward Ratzburg; and two aunts: Olive Walters and Ranny Mies. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, at St. Peters United Church of Christ, Kiel, with the Rev. David Mercer officiating. Burial will be in the Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, 815 Sixth St., Kiel, and at the church from 9 a.m. Wednesday until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in his name. The family would like to thank the Kiel Ambulance, Police Chief David Funkhouser and the Rev. David Mercer for all of their assistance. Online condolences at www.meiselwitzfh.com Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 23, 2009
HERTHA M. KLUBALL Hertha M. Kluball, 83, formerly of rural New Holstein, died Tuesday morning, October 4, 1994 at Friendship Manor, Kiel, where she had resided the past two years. She is the former Hertha Gerdes born December 25, 1910 in New Salem, N.D., daughter of the late Julius and Marie Clausen Gerdes. She attended school near Gleason. On Oct. 11, 1930, she married Stephan (John) Kluball in Gleason. The couple farmed near Gleason until they moved to Jeffries, where they operated a store and tavern. The couple moved to rural New Holstein in 1985. Her husband, Stephan, preceded her in death March 9, 1990. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein, Ladies Aid and the Eaton Cemetery Ladies Aid. Survivors include three daughters, Lila Lechler, rural New Holstein, Arlene (Roy) Lechler, rural Kiel, Donna (Bernard) Urban, rural Antigo; 13 grandchildren; and 15 great grandchildren; four brothers, Julius (Pearl) Gerdes, Rhinelander, Alfred (Hanalore) Gerdes, Rhinelander, Walter (Evelyn) Gerdes, Wisconsin Dells, and Ralph (Ione) Gerdes, Merrill; and one sister, Edna Bozil, Rhinelander. She was preceded in death by three brothers, two sisters, and one son-in-law, Nelson. Funeral services were held Friday at Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein, with the Rev. Victor Kuerschner, pastor, as officiant. Burial was in the Eaton Cemetery, Town of Eaton. Chilton Times Journal – October 13, 1994
STEPHAN J. KLUBALL Stephen (John) J. Kluball, 90, R. 1, New Holstein, died Friday night, March 9, 1990 at Calumet Medical Center, Chilton, where he had been a patient since Thursday. He had been a resident of Calumet Homestead, New Holstein, since August 1989. He was born Oct. 28, 1898 in the town of summit (Langlade County), a son of the late Mathias and Leopoldina Knorr Kluball. He attended Sleepy Hollow School in the Town of Summit. On Oct. 11, 1930, he married Hertha Gerdes in Gleason. The couple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1980. The couple farmed near Gleason until 1938, when they moved to Jeffries, where they operated a store and tavern. They returned to Gleason in 1942; four years later moved to Antigo, and in 1958 they moved to Appleton where he was employed as a carpenter, retiring in 1970. The couple moved to rural New Holstein in 1985. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Mrs. Lila (Nelson) Lechler or rural New Holstein, Mrs. Arlene (Roy) Lechler or rural Kiel, and Mrs. Donna (Bernard) Urban of rural Antigo; 13 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; five sisters, Mrs. Theresa Kegler and Mrs. Minnie Steger, both of Deerbrook, Mrs. Frieda Hauenstein of Antigo, Mrs. Marge Gilegenbach of Milwaukee, and Mrs. Tillie Wohlmuth of Green Bay. He was preceded in death by four sisters and five brothers. Funeral services were Monday at Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein. The Rev. Victor Kuerschner, pastor, officiated. Burial will be in Eaton Cemetery, Town of Eaton. Chilton Times Journal - March 15, 1990
LINDA KOEPP Linda H. Koepp, age 92, of 614 Center St. Chilton died on Tuesday, Sept. 21, 1993 at home. She was born on May 3, 1909 (sic) in Manitowoc County daughter of the past Paul and Catherine Brocker. She married William Koepp on Sept. 24, 1924. He preceded her in death in June of 1972. She is survived by a daughter, Myrtle Longrie of Chilton. She was also preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters. Funeral services were held at the Wieting Funeral Home in Chilton with the Rev. Jeff Ritter officiating. Burial took place in the Town of Eaton Cemetery. Chilton Times Journal – September 30, 1993
WILLIAM KOEPP A combined funeral service for Miss Bertha Brocker, 80, of Route 4, Chilton, who died Saturday, and her brother-in-law, William Koepp, who died last Thursday, was held Monday at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home. Reverend John F. Baumann of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ officiated. Miss Brocker was born in the Town of Eaton, a daughter of the late Paul and Christina Brocker. She made her home with her sister, Mrs. William Koepp. Her sister survives. Burial was in the Eaton Cemetery. *********** William H. Koepp, 76, of Rt. 4, Chilton, a World War I veteran and retired employe of the Manitowoc County Highway Dept., died Thursday evening at Veterans Hospital, Wood, Wis. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. The Rev. John F. Baumann will officiate and burial will be in Eaton Cemetery, Town of Eaton. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times - Friday, June 23, 1972 - page 18 ******** William H. Koepp, 76, of rural Chilton, died Thursday evening, June 22, at the Veterans Hospital at Wood, Wis., following a lengthy illness. He was born on April 24, 1896 at Grafton, the son of the late Louis and Wilhelmina Koeppen Koepp. The family later moved to Brillion where he attended public school. On Sept 30, 1924, he was married to Linda Brocker of the town of Eaton. The couple moved to rural Chilton and lived there since their marriage. Mr. Koepp entered military service in 1918 and served overseas during World War I. Mr. Koepp was an employee of the Calumet County Highway Department for 30 years before retiring in 1961. He was a member of the Veterans of World War I Barracks No. 2205 of Chilton, and the fraternal Order of Eagles in Chilton. Survivors are his wife and one daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Longrie, rural Chilton. He was preceded in death by two sisters, and two brothers. Funeral services were at Meiselwitz Funeral Home in Kiel, with the Rev. John F. Baumann, pastor of St. Peter United Church of Christ in Kiel, officiating. Burial was in the Eaton Cemetery in the town of Eaton. Chilton Times Journal – July 6, 1972
GEORGE H. KRUEGER George H. Krueger, 73, a retired Town of Eaton farmer and beekeeper, died this morning at the home of his daughter-in-law and son, Mr. and Mrs. Harlan Krueger in the Town of Rockland. Born Oct. 21, 1893, at Reedsville, he was a son of the late Henry and Anna Krueger. On July 10, 1920, he married Helen Reinhold of the Town of Schleswig. Following their marriage the couple located on a farm in the Town of Eaton which they operated until Mr. Krueger became ill. Mr. Krueger received the Purple Heart for wounds received in World War I as a member of the Fourth Division serving in France and Germany. He was an elder of the former Niles Presbyterian Church, Eaton, a member of the Manitowoc County Beekeepers Association, a trucker for many years and for more than 40 years was a Niles school board member. He also was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Kiel; a charter member of the Thompson-Burkhart American Legion Post, Valders; and the Otto Oas VFW Post, Manitowoc. Survivors are his wife; four sons, Marne of Collins, Merlin of Two Rivers, Harlan of R. 4, Chilton, and Victor of Reedsville; five grandchildren; and three brothers, Oscar of Plymouth, Clarence of Manitowoc and Ben of Luxemburg. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the First Presbyterian Church in Kiel, with the Rev. Allen L. Bowe, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, after 3 p.m. Sunday until 11 a.m. Monday and at the church from noon until the hour of services. The Sheboygan Press - Friday, December 2, 1966 - P. 12 ******** George H. Krueger, former Town of Eaton farmer and beekeeper, died Friday at the home of his son and daughter-i-law, Mr. and Mrs. Harlan Krueger of Rt. 4, Chilton. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Monday at First Presbyterian Church, Kiel. The Rev. Allen Bowe will officiate and burial will be in Eaton Cemetery. Mr. Krueger was born Oct. 31, 1893 at Reedsville, son of the late Henry and Anna Wesener Krueger. He was a World War I veteran, having seen overseas service in France and Germany. He received the Purple Heart for action in the Marne Battle. He married Helen Reinbold of the Town of Schleswig, July 10, 1920. Mr. Krueger was elder of Niles Presbyterian Church, member of the Manitowoc County Beekeeper Assn., member of Thompson-Burkart American Legion Post 28, St. Nazianz and a member of Otto Oas Post, Veterans of Foreign Wars 659, Manitowoc. He also engaged in the trucking business in his lifetime. Survivors are the wife; four sons, Marne of Collins, Merlin of Two Rivers, Harlan of Rt. 4, Chilton, Victor of Reedsville; three brothers, Oscar of Plymouth, Clarence of Luxemburg and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister. Friends may call at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, after 3 pm Sunday until 11 am Monday and after noon at the church until time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times - Fri., Dec. 2, 1966 - page T3
HELEN KRUEGER Funeral Services will be held Monday for Mrs. Helen Krueger, 83, widow of George H., 319 S. Jackson St., Valders, who died Friday at Manitowoc Memorial Hospital. The Rev. Joe V. Anderson, pastor, will officiate at the 2 p.m. service at the First Presbyterian Church, Kiel. Burial will be in the Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, after 3 p.m. Sunday, until 11 a.m. Monday, and at the church from noon until the time of the service. Born on Jan. 24, 1892 in the Town of Schleswig, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary Sievers Reinhold. She attended Kiel public school and Manitowoc County Teachers College, graduating in 1911. She taught for eight years in rural schools. On July 10, 1920 she was married to Mr. Krueger. The couple located on a farm in the Town of Eaton. Mr. Krueger died Dec. 2, 1966. She then resided with a son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Harlan Krueger, Town of Rockland and Valders. She was a charter member and former president and treasurer of the Valders American Legion Auxiliary, a charter member of the Niles Homemakers Club and Eaton Ladies Aid Society, First Presbyterian Church, Kiel, and Ruth Circle of United Presbyterian Women. Survivors include three sons, nine grandchildren and a sister, Miss Emma Reinhold, Manitowoc. - January 1975 ******** MEGGERS Miss Helen Reinholdt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Reinholdt was married Saturday afternoon to George Krueger of Eaton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Krueger. The ceremony was performed at the Nile Evangelical Church, Valders, Rev. Eilert officiating. The attendants were as follows: Emma Reinholdt acted as maid of honor, while Clarence Krueger, brother of the groom was best man; Lydia Krueger, cousin of the groom and Clara Salzmann, friend of the bride acted as bridesmaids while Ervin Habermann, friend of the groom and George Reinholdt, brother of the bride were groomsmen. After the ceremony the party repaired to the home of the bride's parents where a reception was held in their honor and a wedding dinner was served to their many guests. The couple have taken up their home in Valders, on a farm owned by the groom. The bride formerly was a county school teacher and for the last eight years taught at Cato. The many friends of the couple join in extending their best wishes. Kiel Tri County Record - July 15, 1920 ******** (b. 24 Jan. 1892/d. Jan. 1975/SSDI)
VICKI JEAN KULHANEK Vicki Jean (Wangemann) Kulhanek, age 55, passed away from natural causes on Sunday, September 17th, 2017. She was born August 4th, 1962 to Allen and Jeanette (Neumann) Wangemann. Vicki graduated from Sheboygan North High School in 1980. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree from Lakeland College in 1984 and her Master of Arts degree from National Louis University. The most important people in Vicki's life were her daughters, Nicole and Morgan Kulhanek. She was so proud of their accomplishments, but mostly of the caring young women they have become. She loved being part of their lives. Vicki was a 5th grade teacher at Jefferson Elementary School. Prior to working with children, she taught English as a Second Language to adult students at Lakeshore Technical College. She loved her students and tried to bring her enthusiasm for learning into the classroom. Vicki always had an adventurous side to her and a zest for life. She was definitely a people-person. She could always be seen supporting her daughters at dance team events and instrumental recitals. She enjoyed entertaining, traveling to Germany and Italy, history, and watching The Green Bay Packers. She was an incredible cook, the kind that knew how to use a pinch of this and that to make the perfect dish. Recently, she accompanied a church group to New Orleans to help with last year's hurricane relief efforts. She was a member of Ebenezer United Church of Christ and was active for many years as a Sunday School Teacher of the kindergarten class. She also served on the Consistory and the Jefferson-Ebenezer Partnership, which helped provide school supplies, books, and lunch buddies for Jefferson Elementary School students. She is survived by her daughters Nicole (special friend Justin) and Morgan, her mother, Jeanette Wangemann, sisters, Lori (Kurt) January of Maryland and Kristi (Richard) Vogel of Howards Grove, nieces Desiree January (fiancé Waun), Tiffany (Solomon) Stoddard, and great nieces Cambrie and Aylen Stoddard all of Maryland. She is further survived by her fiancé, Mark Krueger and his children Grace and Ben and special friends Barb and Scott Klemme. She was preceded in death by her father, Allen Wangemann, and her grandparents, Elmer and Muriel Wangemann and Rudolf and Minnie Neumann. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. at Ebenezer United Church of Christ (3215 Saemann Avenue) with Rev. Dr. Roger Mealiff officiating. Friends may call on Saturday, at the church, from 12:00 p.m. until the time of services. Interment will be at Eaton Union Cemetery. Please visit www.zimmerfuneralhome.com to sign the guestbook. A memorial fund has been established in her name. Sheboygan Press September 21, 2017
ARNO R. LAU Arno R.H. Lau, N. 5993 Hwy. 55, Hilbert, age 79, died Sunday, July 8, 1990 at Calumet Medical Center in Chilton after a short illness. He was born Nov. 4, 1910 in the Town of Schleswig, the son of the late Otto and Louisa (Ibe) Lau. He attended schools in Calumetville and the Town of Harrison. He was married Nov. 18, 1954 in Chilton to Lorraine (Allen) Paque. After marriage the couple had resided in Rural Stockbridge where Mr. Lau had worked for the railroad for a total of 45 years, retiring in 1976. He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Survivors include three sisters and brothers-in-law, Mrs. Walter (Lucille) Preissner, Sherwood; Mrs. Alex (Jennie) Bodinger and Mrs. Roman (Doris) Diedrich, both of Stockbridge; an uncle, Louis Ibe, Kiel; a sister-in-law, Gloria Lau, Chilton; several nieces, nephews and many, many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Lorraine in 1977; two sisters and six brothers. Services are scheduled for 11 am Wednesday, July 11, 1990 at the Sansom Funeral Home in Stockbridge with the Revs. Richard and Barbara Doerier-Peacock officiating. Burial will be in the Eaton Union Cemetery, rural Kiel. Friends may call from 4 until 9 pm on Tuesday, July 10, 1990 at the Sansom Funeral Home in Stockbridge and on Wednesday from 8 am until the time of services. Appleton Post Crescent - July 10, 1990
AUGUSTA LAU Mrs Augusta Lau Dies At Home of Daughter Here Mrs. Augusta Lau, 68, widow of the late Herman Lau who died twelve years ago, passed away Wednesday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Henry Schnell, Route 3, Manitowoc, with whom the deceased made her home. The body may be viewed until Friday evening at the Vogelsang undertaking parlors and burial will take place Saturday afternoon from the Schnell home, with interment in the Eaton cemetery. Three daughters, Mrs. Henry Schnell, Route 3, Mrs. Albert Matzdorf, Sheboygan and Miss Emma Lau and three sons, Edward Lau of Jericho, Lambert of Plymouth and Otto of Sherwood and one brother, Herman Millert of Sheboygan Falls survive. Manitowoc Herald News, September 20, 1928
AUGUSTE LAU (d. 1867) Lau, Auguste (child –March 21, 1859-Oct. 9, 1867 –child of Michael Lau and Augusta Strassmann) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton
CHESTER E. LAU Chester E. Lau, 61, of 1093 Bartlein Ct., Menasha, formerly of Stockbridge, died unexpectedly Sunday at Theda Clark Hospital in Neenah. Born July 24, 1918, in Calumetville, he was the son Otto and Louisa Ibe Lau. His marriage to Myra Barth took place in Menasha. Mr. Lau was employed at Bergstrom Paper Co. in Neenah for 30 years, retiring in 1977. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Menasha. Surviving are his wife; four sisters, Mrs. Alex Boedinger and Mrs. Roman Diedrich, both of Stockbridge; Mrs. Henry Wenzel of Oconto Falls and Mrs. Walter Preisner of Sherwood; two brothers, Arnold of rural Hilbert and Ervin of Stockbridge. A sister and three brothers preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Wieting Funeral Home in Chilton. The Rev. Q. M. Moeschberger, will officiate. Burial will be in Town of Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Tuesday until the time of services on Wednesday. The Sheboygan Press Monday, January 21, 1980 pg. 4
ERVIN G. LAU Ervin G. Lau, 57, Route 1, Chilton died Friday, November 13 at home after suffering an apparent heart attack. He was born June 12, 1924, at Calumetville, son of Otto and Louise Ibe Lau. Mr. Lau was employed with the Milwaukee road railroad until 1963, and later worked as a farm hand in the Stockbridge area. Survivors are a brother, Arnold, Route 1, Hilbert; four sisters, Mrs. Alex Bodinger and Mrs. Roman Diedrich, both of Stockbridge; Mrs. Henry Wenzel of Oconto Falls, and Mrs. Walter Preisner of Sherwood. Five brothers and a sister preceded him in death. Funeral services were held Sunday, November 15 at Wieting Funeral Home, Chilton. The Rev. Quinton Moeschberger, pastor of Ebenezer United Church of Christ, officiated. Burial was in town of Eaton Cemetery. Chilton Times Journal – November 19, 1981
EUGENE L. LAU Eugene L. Lau, 47, of 53 W. Main St., Chilton, died unexpectedly in his home Wednesday of an apparent heart attack. He was born July 26, 1929, in the Town of Harrison, a son of Otto and Louise Ibe Lau. He was married to the former Gloria Kielberg. Mr. Lau was employed at the Toth Nursing Home, Chilton. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Funeral services will be held 3 p.m. Friday in Pfeffer-Weiting Funeral Home, Chilton, the Rev. Quinten Moeschberger, poastor of Ebenezer Church of Christ, Chilton, officiating. Burial will be in the Town of Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 p.m. Thursday until the time of service. Sheboygan Press, Thursday, December 23, 1976 P. 10
G. LAU (AUGUSTA) Lau, Augusta nee Strassmann (often shown as Gusta) (1829- -wife of Michael Lau –born Prussia, Germany) –buried at the Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton under the name “G. Lau”, which is for “Gusta Lau”
GLORIA J. LAU Gloria J. Lau, 65, of 1030 Diane St., Chilton, died on Monday, Nov. 11, 1996 at her home. She was born on Oct. 18, 1931 in Fond du Lac, daughter of the late Otto and Abby Jane (Youmans) Keilberg. She married Eugene L. Lau on Nov. 8, 1958 in Chilton. He preceded her in death on Dec. 22, 1976. Survivors include three children; Jo Ann Bratz of Cataract, Wi., Jerry Bratz of Brillion, Patricia and Scott Auer of Buffalo City, Wis.; a grandson, Zachary Auer; two sisters, Lorna Keilberg of Milwaukee, Joan L. Goeser of Hilbert; two half-sisters, Barbara Scholtz of Indiana, and Margaret Voss, Oshkosh. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Nov. 15, 1996 at the Wieting Funeral Home in Chilton, with the Rev. Wayne Huebner officiating. Burial will be in the Eaton Cemetery in the town of Eaton. Chilton Times Journal – November 14, 1996
HERMAN LAU Notes from Schleswig Mr. Herman Lau, an old resident of Hog Island, Town of Eaton, died last Friday. He was born in Sheboygan in 1855 and in 1864 came to Hog Island with his parents and settled on a farm where he lived up to the time of his death. In 1879 he was united in marriage to Augusta Millard of Sheboygan Falls. Nine children were born to them, four of whom are dead. He is survived by his wife, five children and ten grandchildren. The funeral was held last Tuesday. Interment was at Eaton Cemetery, Rev. Broeckert officiating. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Dec. 23, 1915
LESTER L. LAU Funeral services for Lester Louis Lau, 27, of Stockbridge were held at the Pfeffer Funeral Home here Saturday at 1:30 p.m. with the Rev. Seidler of the Lutheran church, New Holstein, officiating. Burial was in the town of Eaton cemetery near Kiel. Alfred Schumacher of the Schumacher Funeral Home was in charge of the funeral arrangements. Mr. Lau was found mortally wounded by a gunshot discharge in the barn of the family home, two miles north of Stockbridge village, Oct. 20 about 4 p.m. The shot was heard by his sister, Doris, who called the neighbors. The coroner called the death suicide. No inquest was held. Mr. Lau was born in Calumetville Sept. 21, 1922. He grew to manhood in the town of Harrison. After the death of his parents, he and his brothers and sisters purchased the home north of Stockbridge village where they have since lived. He is survived by four brothers, Arno, Chester, Robert and Eugene, at home; four sisters, Mrs. Alex Bodinger, Stockbridge, Mrs. Wally Preissner, Sherwood; Mrs. Veronica Wenzel, Lena and Miss Doris at home. Chilton Times – October 27, 1949
LORRAINE M. LAU Mrs. Arno R. Lau, 69, R. 2, Hilbert, died early Tuesday at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Appleton, following a three-month illness. The former Lorraine Allen, she was born June 7, 1908 at Green Bay, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jules Allen. On Nov. 18, 1954, she was married to Mr. Lau at Chilton. After marriage the couple moved to the rural Hilbert address. Survivors are her husband, and a sister, Mrs. Minert Timmermen of Green Bay. Another sister, Mrs. Evelyn Lindquist, preceded her in death. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at the Fargo Funeral Home, Stockbridge. The Rev. Quentin Moeschberger of Chilton will officiate. Burial will be in Eaton Union Cemetery, town of Eaton, Manitowoc County. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday. Chilton Times Journal – October 13, 1977
LOUISA P. LAU Stockbridge – Mrs. Otto Lau died at Winnebago State hospital Tuesday of pneumonia. She was taken there the day before, but had been in ill health through grief over the death of a daughter, Mrs. Ralph Lucas, in Milwaukee. Mrs. Lau was born Louise Ibe, Oct. 30, 1886, in the town of Schleswig, near Eden, and grew up there and at the age of 18 she was married to Otto Lau of the same town. The couple lived in Brothertown where Mr. Lau operated a cheese factory until 1924, when they moved to their present farm near Harrison. The funeral was held July 24, at 2 p.m. from the Schumacher undertaking parlor, with burial in the town of Schleswig. The Rev. Worthman of the Reformed church of Kiel officiated. Besides her husband, ten children mourn the loss of their mother, Arno, Chester, Robert, Lester, Erwin, Lucille, Eugene, Doris, all at home, Mrs. Henry Wenzel, Lena; Mrs. Alex Bodinger, Stockbridge, eleven grandchildren; two brothers, Herman and John Ibe, town of Schleswig. Besides Mrs. Lucas, another child preceded their mother in death. Chilton Times – July 30, 1942
M. LAU (MICHAEL) Lau, Michael (March 1, 1820-Feb. 25, 1900 –husband of Augusta Strassmann –son of Michael Lau and Elisabeth (both born Germany) –born Prussia, Germany –from Sept. 21, 1857 to Sept. 30, 1859 owned the 40 acres of the NE1/4 of the NE1/4 of Section 30, Town of Eaton –on Sept. 30, 1859 purchased the 40 acres of the SE1/4 of the NE1/4 of Section 30, Town of Eaton and created a farmstead at 8010 State Highway 67 –on Oct. 23, 1873 Michael purchased the adjoining 40 acres of swampland to the south in the NE1/4 of the SE1/4 of Section 30, Town of Eaton –from Oct. 16, 1865 to Dec. 29, 1879 owned the adjoining 40 acres of swampland in the NW1/4 of the NE1/4 of Section 30, Town of Eaton –on Nov. 15, 1869 was granted 40 acres of swamp land in the SW1/4 of the NW1/4 of Section 20, Town of Eaton by the State of Wisconsin –on March 8, 1889 sold these 40 acres along with his 80 acre farm centered at 8010 State Highway 67 in Section 30, Town of Eaton to his son William Lau and his wife Walburga Holzer –at time of death lived in Stockbridge, Calumet County –died from “either apoplexy or heart disease –old age –died instantaneous”) –death record reads buried in Town of Eaton, there is a “M. Lau” buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, [death record Calumet 3-64]
NETTIE AUGUSTE ERNSTINE LAU Nettie Auguste Ernstine Lau birth: 11 February 1900 Eaton death: 15 September 1900 Eaton, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Eaton residence: 1900 Eaton father: Herman Lau mother: Auguste Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 ******** Lau, Nettie Auguste Ernestine (baby –Feb. 11, 1900-Sept. 15, 1900 –daughter of Herman Lau and Auguste Millert –died from “summer complaint”) –buried at Eaton Union Cemetery, Town of Eaton –no stone [death record Manitowoc 6-296]
OTTO H. LAU Rites for Otto Lau to be Held Friday Funeral rites for Otto Lau, 65, of Stockbridge, who passed away Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. at St. Elizabeth’s hospital, Appleton, will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Schumacher Funeral Home, Stockbridge, and burial will be made at Town Eaton Cemetery. Mr. Lau was born May 22, 1880, in Town Eaton, Manitowoc County. He married Louise Ibe in 1907. Among the survivors are ten children, Arno, Chester, Robert, Lester, Ervin, Eugene, Lucille and Doris all at home, Mrs. Alex Bodinger, Stockbridge and Mrs. Henry Wenzel, Lena. His wife and two children preceded him in death. One brother, Ed Lau of Jericho, 3 sisters and several grandchildren also survive. Chilton Times – April 12, 1945
ROBERT L. LAU Hilbert Area Man Takes Own Life Hilbert—Robert Lau, 38, of R. 2, was found hanging Tuesday afternoon in a chicken coop hear his home, Calumet County coroner William A Langmack declared the death a suicide. Authorities said Lau was in good health and were unable to give a reason for his action. Lau made his home with a brother and sister-in-law. He was single. Sheboygan Press, May 15, 1957
RUDOLPH LAU EXTRA ENDS LIFE WITH BULLET Schleswig Man Dons His Best Suit, Lies on Bed and Fires Shot FRIEND HAD KILLED SELF IN SAME WAY Dressed in his best suit, lying on the bed in his room at the home of Henry Sells, a Schleswig farmer by whom he was employed, Rudolph Lau, a farm hand committed suicide late Saturday afternoon by firing a bullet from a 32 calibre revolver into his left temple, death resulting instantly, it is believed. Herman Lau, father of the dead man, refused at first to believe the case one of suicide, but investigation by District Atty. Healy and Coroner Falge dispelled the doubt and it was deemed unnecessary to hold an inquest. Lau was 25 years of age and had been employed by Sells for several months. Lau, from the facts developed by the inquiry conducted by the authorities, had planned his act deliberately and had patterned after the suicide of a friend who killed himself a year ago while the two were employed in Calumet County. Paulsen, the name of the friend was found dead on his bed, dressed in his best suit and with a bullet in the brain, the circumstances being identical with the suicide of Lau. Temporary insanity is believed to have been the cause of Lau's act. Lau had been employed Saturday in assisting to move a family and returned to the Sell home on the Elmergreenh farm. In the afternoon, going at once to his room where he had eventually prepared for suicide by donning his best suit, without coat, collar or tie however. A shot startled the family and upon rushing to Lau's room, the man was found dead. Lau was 25 years of age, unmarried and is not known to have had any love affair or other trouble that would have prompted his act. Though relatives refused to accept the suicide theory at first, circumstances established the fact beyond question. Lau was left handed and the revolver was clasped in that hand and the bullet had entered the left temple. But one cartridge exploded was found in the revolver, but two others were in Lau's trunk which was also found to contain bank deposits for $760. The young man also has $150 in wages due him. The inquiry developed that three grandparents of the dead man had been insane, his mother's father having committed suicide by hanging and her mother being committed to an asylum while on the father's side, the father was insane. These facts, coupled with the suicide of the Paulsen youth a year ago, were accepted as establishing suicide as a cause of death. Lau's family is well known in Eaton where they reside, his father being a prosperous farmer. The young man had exhibited no tendencies to insanity and appeared in his usual health and spirit Saturday and the suicide was a shock. The funeral will be held at Schleswig Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald - Wed., Nov. 1, 1909 - page 1 ******** TAKES HIS OWN LIFE Fires a Bullet into His Head Rudolph Lau of Hog Island While Despondent Uses a Revolver with Deadly Effect on Saturday Last Planning deliberately and with the intention of making a "sure job" of the affair, Rudolph Lau, aged 25 years and single, a Schleswig youth, committed suicide Saturday afternoon in his room on the farm of Henry Sell, his employer, two and one-half miles this side of the village of Kiel. Reposing on his bed, with his outer garments removed, Lau shot himself through the left temple with a thirty-two caliber revolver, death being instantaneous. Temporary insanity believed to have been brought on by loneliness and the monotony of farm life, are responsible for the act. The story is a particularly sad one as Lau was an industrious young man, very peculiar, saved his money and having $760 in checks and certificate of deposit in his trunk and as far as known, had no love affairs. District attorney Healy and Coroner Falge went out to Schleswig on Sunday, driving out twenty-eight miles and back, but after looking into the affair decided that an inquest was not necessary. Lau's parents, brothers and sisters, as well as the family of Henry Sell, where the young man was employed, are prostrated by the suicide. Lau's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Lau, live on what is known as "Hog Island", a piece of high land surrounded by swamps and there are eight children. For the past few years, Lau has been hiring out to farmers and for three years has worked for Henry Sell, a neighbor living down the road and a couple of miles. His seven months contract with Sell was about to expire. Saturday morning, he was out with Sell's team, went to his own home for dinner, but ate little. He did not talk to his folks and left without bidding good bye to his mother, something that he had never done before. he went back to Sell's place, put up the team, complained of feeling ill and went to his room. In a few minutes there was the sharp report of a revolver and as the household members hastened upstairs, they found their gravest fears realized, for there was Lau, lying stretched out on the bed, his coat, vest, collar, necktie and shoes removed. A bullet wound in his left temple, the still smoking revolver on the bed besides his head and blood streaming from his nose and mouth. He was dead. There had been but a single cartridge in the thirty-two caliber revolver which Lau evidently believed would be sufficient to turn the trick. His right hand was full of power marks, indicating that he had deliberately held the muzzle of the revolver against his left temple and pulled the trigger with his left hand. In Lau's trunk was found several other cartridges to fit the revolver. Lau was industrious as checks and certificates of deposits worth $760 were found in the trunk. As far as known, Lau had no love affairs, although he often attended country dances. Manitowoc News Chilton Times - Sat., Nov. 6, 1909
ARLENE J. LECHLER Arlene J. Lechler, 72, of 8122 Hwy 67, Kiel (Town of Eaton) died Friday morning, December 5, 2008 at her home. She is the former Arlene Kluball, born July 12, 1936 in the Town of Summit, Langlade Co., daughter of the late Stephen and Hertha (Gerdes) Kluball. Arlene attended Peace Lutheran Parochial School and was a 1954 graduate of Antigo High School. On September 20, 1958 she married Roy C. Lechler at St. John’s UCC in New Holstein and he preceded her in death on February 25, 2005. Arlene and Roy farmed in the Town of Eaton for many years, during that time she was also a housewife and mother. Arlene also worked for 15 years at Leverenz Shoe Company. Arlene was a very active member of St. John’s UCC in New Holstein where she was a member of the Ladies Fellowship, Bible Study and was a Sunday School Teacher. She was also very active with the Eaton Cemetery Ladies Aid where she helped maintain the cemetery grounds. Arlene was a generous person always willing to help others, in her free time she enjoyed gardening, flowers and reading. Survivors include her two daughters, two grandchildren, two step grandchildren, one step great grandchild and two sisters. (Survivors edited for privacy) Arlene was preceded in death by three brothers-in-law; Nelson, Eugene Lechler and Steven Gross. The Sheboygan Press, December 7, 2008
C.J.F. LECHLER 1870 United States Federal Census Name: Christian Lechler Birth Year: abt 1826 Age in 1870: 44 Birthplace: Bavaria / Bayern Home in 1870: Eaton, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Race: White Gender: Male Post Office: Kiel Household Members: Name Age Christian Lechler 44 Ernestine Lechler 34 Elisabeth Lechler 13 Christian Lechler 10 Ferdinand Lechler 1 Elise Feins 9 Carl Pautz 64 Caroline Pautz 59 ******** STATE OF WISCONSIN-County of Manitowoc. Probate office, August 21, A.D. 1874. In the matter of the Proof and Probate of the last Will and Testament of Chrisitan Lechler, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc. Whereas, an instrument in writing, purporting to be the last Will and Testament of Chrisitan Lechler, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc, Wis., has been filed in this office; and whereas application has been made by Ferdinand Ree, praying that the same be proven and admitted to Probate according to the laws of this State. Therefore, it is ordered that said application be heard before me at the Probate Office in the city of Manitowoc in said County, on the 21st day of September, A.D. 1874, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon. And it is further ordered, that notice shall be given to all persons interested in said will, of the time and place of said hearing, by publication in the Manitowoc Pilot, a newspaper printed in said county for three successive weeks, once each week prior to the time of such hearing. By the Court, T.F. Olmsted, County Judge. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, August 27, 1874 P. 1
CODY M. LECHLER Cody M. Lechler, 12 of Kiel died unexpectedly Friday evening at Childrens Hospital in Milwaukee. He was born November 15, 1993 in Appleton son of Tammy Pieper Stark and Ken Lechler. Cody was currently in the 6th grade at the Kiel Middle School. He was active in school sports including basketball and soccer and he enjoyed playing football and fishing. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein. Survivors include his parents; Ken Lechler of Rural New Holstein, Tammy (Steve) Stark of Kiel. One Brother; Tyler Lechler of Kiel. Two Step Brothers; Carter and Brady Stark of Kiel. His Paternal Grandmother; Lila Lechler of Rural New Holstein, Maternal Grandparents; James and Mary Pieper of New Holstein, Maternal Great Grandmother; Thelma Pieper of New Holstein, Maternal Great Grandfather; Orville Muellenbach of St. Cloud, He is further survived by his Aunts and Uncles; Thomas and Sharon Pieper of New Holstein, Bruce and Joan Lechler of Rural New Holstein, Barb and Ron Dickrell of Kiel, Bernice and Tom Haas of Rural Kiel, Joanne and Richard Lerch of Rural Kiel. Cody was preceded in death by his Paternal Grandfather, Maternal Great Grandfather and Maternal Great Grandmother. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday November 29, 2005 at 1:30pm at Zion Lutheran Church New Holstein with the Rev. John Schenck officiating. Burial in the Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, Kiel on Monday November 28, 2005 from 4:00 until 8:00pm and at the CHURCH on Tuesday from 11:00am until the time of service. A memorial has been established in his name. Online Obituary.
EDNA LECHLER Mrs. Edna Lechler, 77, widow of the late Hubert, died unexpectedly of a heart attack at her home on R. 1, Kiel, Monday. The daughter of Herman and Louisa Kreimann Gau was born on April 20, 1893 in the Town of Eaton. She attended area schools and on Dec. 3, 1918 was married to Mr. Lechler at Bethlehem United Church of Christ in the Town of Schleswig. The couple lived in New Holstein for a year before they moved to the Eaton farm. Mr. Lechler died in December 1958. Surviving is a brother, Hugo Gau, R. 1, Kiel. She was also preceded in death by a sister and step-sister. Graveside committal services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in Eaton Cemetery. At Mrs. Lechler’s request, there will be no funeral rites or visitation. - Dec. 28, 1970
EMMA LECHLER Emma Johanna Lechler nee Strassman (v.40 p.349) Wife of Ferdinand Lechler May 10, 1871-March 20, 1947 Daughter of Michael Strassman and Antonia Zorn (both born Germany) Born Town of Schleswig Died from “coronary thrombosis, sudden –chronic myocarditis, years –pernicious anemia, 6 years –convalescent pneumonia, 2 weeks previous” Buried at Eaton Cemetery, Town of Eaton *********** Mrs. Lechler is Stricken Today; Rites on Sunday Kiel - Mrs. Ferdinand Lechler, 75, a resident of the town of Eaton, died at 7:45 a.m. today at her farm home, five miles north of Kiel, following a lingering illness. Nee Emma Strassmann, the daughter of Michael and Antonia Zorn Strassmann, the deceased was born May 10, 1871, in the town of Schleswig. She was married to Ferdinand Lecher on March 6, 1891, and the couple moved to the present farm home in Eaton township where they have since resided. They celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in May, 1941. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Rudolph (Lucy) Ibe, Town Eaton, and Mrs. Clarence (Violet) Anhalt, Kiel; five sons, Hubert, John, James and Michael, all of the town of Eaton, and Helmuth, Kiel; 15 grandchildren; two brothers, William and Benjamin, Town Eaton, and two sisters, Mrs. Louise Arbter, Sturgeon Bay, and Mrs. Jacob Spettel, of the town of Eaton. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Bethlehem Evangelical and Reformed church in the town of Schleswig. The Rev. Charles H. Reppert, pastor, will officiate, and the interment will be made in the Town Eaton cemetery. The body will lie in state at the Meiselwitz Funeral home from 11 a.m. until the time of the services. The Sheboygan Press - Thursday, March 20, 1947 - P. 16 ******* Plan Last Rites for Mrs. Lechler Kiel - Funeral services for Mrs. Ferdinand Lechler, 75, of the town of Eaton, who passed away Thursday morning will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Bethlehem Evangelical and Reformed church in the town of Schleswig, the Rev. Charles H. Reppert officiating. Interment will be made in the town of Eaton cemetery. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz Funeral home at Kiel from noon Saturday until 10 a.m. Sunday when the body will be taken to the church. The Sheboygan Press - Friday, March 21, 1947 - P. 6
ERNESTINE LECHLER Ernestena Paulz Schler birth: 31 August 1836 Germany death: 10 May 1907 Eaton, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin residence: 1907 Eaton Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
EUGENE M. LECHLER Eugene M. Lechler, age 71, of 501 Doug St., Chilton, died unexpectedly Friday morning, Nov. 3, 2000, at the Appleton Medical Center. He was born June 2, 1929 in the town of Eaton, son of the late James and Selma Hanssen Lechler. He graduated from the former Elder Grove Elementary School and was a 1948 graduate of Kiel High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving from 1953 to 1955. On June 10, 1988 he married Marianne (Wick) Haanen at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Kaukauna. Gene farmed for a number of years in the town of Eaton, and also owned and operated Lechler Welding on Steinthal Road in rural Kiel until his retirement. He currently was working parttime at Krueger Lumber in Valders. He was a member of St. Peter’s UCC in Kiel. Survivors include his wife Marianne; three stepsons, Michael Haanen of Neenah, Thomas Haanen and special friend Rachel of Little Chute, David Haanen and special friend Anne of Neenah; five stepdaughters, Michelle (William) Richlen of Madison, Jule (Mark) Gerow of Maribel, Mary Pat (Tom) Fink of Neenah, Karen Haanen and special friend Greg of Appleton and Krista Haanen and special friend Chris of New Holstein. Also survived by 15 step grandchildren; two brothers, Roy (Arlene) Lechler of rural Kiel and Ray (Glorian) Lechler of Kiel; two sisters, Grace (Leon) Mueller of rural Kiel and Doris Gross of rural Elkhart Lake; one sister-in-law, Lila Lechler of rural New Holstein; four brothers-in-law, James (Rosalie) Wick of Scottsdale, Ariz., Tom (Helene) Phielps of Goleta, Calif., Dennis (Brenda) Wick of Sussex, Wis., Ken (Therese) Peterson of Germantown, Wis., and his father and mother-in-law, Alphonse and Theresa Wick of Menominee Falls, Wis. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by one brother, Nelson Lechler, one brother-in-law, Ronald Wick and one stepdaughter, Catherine Haanen. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at St. Peter’s UCC in Kiel, with the Rev. Raymond C. Coombs officiating. Burial will be in Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, 815 Sixth St., Kiel on Monday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., and at the church on Tuesday from 11 a.m. until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established in his name. Herald Times Reporter, November 5, 2000 P. A2 ******** Eugene M. Lechler, age 71, of 501 Doug St., Chilton, died unexpectedly Friday morning, Nov. 3, 2000 at Appleton medical Center. He was born June 2, 1929, in the town of Eaton, a son of the late James and Selma Hanssen Lechler. He graduated from the former Elder Grove Elementary School and was a 1948 graduate of Kiel High School. He was a veteran of the US Army serving from 1953-55. On June 10, 1988, he married Marianne (Wick) Haanen at Holy Cross Catholic church in Kaukauna. Gene farmed for a number of years in the Town of Eaton and also owned and operated Lechler Welding on Steinthal road in rural Kiel until his retirement. He currently was working part time at Krueger Lumber in Valders. He was a member of St. Peter’s UCC in Kiel. Survivors are his wife, Marianne; 2 brothers, Roy (Arlene) Lechler of rural Kiel and Ray (Glorian) Lechler of Kiel; 2 sisters, Grace (Leon) Mueller of Rural Kiel and Doris Gross of rural Elkhart Lake; a sister-in-law, Lila Lechler of rural New Holstein. He was preceded in death by one brother, Nelson Lechler. Funeral services will be at St. Peter’s UCC in Kiel with the Rev. Raymond C. Coombs officiating. Burial will be in Eaton Cemetery. No newspaper named
FERDINAND LECHLER Carl Ferdinand Lechler (v.43 p.480) Widower [of Emma Strassman] Dec. 13, 1868-Aug. 21, 1950 Son of Christian Lechler and Ernestine Pautz Born Wisconsin –farmer Died from “coronary thrombosis, 1 hour –chronic myocarditis, years” Buried at the Eaton Cemetery, Town of Eaton ********* Ferdinand Lechler, 81, a retired town of Eaton farmer, died suddenly Tuesday afternoon at the farm home of a son, John, six miles north of Kiel. A life-long resident of the town of Eaton, he was born December 13, 1868, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Christian Lechler, and was married to Emma Strassman of Schleswig on March 6, 1891. Following their marriage the couple settled on a farm in the town of Eaton, Mr. Lechler made his home with his son, John, since the death of his wife in March, 1947. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Rudolph Ibe of Eaton and Mrs. Clarence Anhalt of Kiel; four sons, Hubert, John and Mike of Eaton and Helmuth of Kiel; 15 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A son, James, also preceded him in death in 1947. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Bethlehem Evangelical and Reformed church in the town of Schleswig. The Rev. W. C. Koehler, pastor, will officiate and burial will be in the Eaton cemetery. The body will lie in state at the Meiselwitz Funeral home from 2 p.m. Wednesday until 11 a.m. Thursday and at the church from Thursday noon until the time of the services. The Sheboygan Press - Tuesday, August 22, 1950 - P. 10
HELMUTH C. LECHLER Helmuth C. Lechler, age 82, of Kiel, passed away Friday evening, May 27, 1994. Funeral Services will be held at 6;45 P.M. Monday, May 30, 1994, at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Kiel. Rev. Raymond C. Coombs will officiate with burial in the Eaton Cemetery. He was born July 2, 1911 in the town of Eaton, son of the late Ferdinand and Emma Lechler. He attended Elder Grove School. On September 4, 1937, he married Marie Theobald in Kiel. She preceded him in death in 1987. Helmuth was employed at Stoelting Brothers Company in Kiel for 43 years. He was a member of St. Peter’s U.C.C., Kiel and a life long member of the Mendelssohn Choir. Survivors include one son, Jack (Jermaine), Kiel; two grandchildren, Lori and Jay; one sister, Violet Anhalt. Friends may call at the church on Monday from 4 p.m. until the time of service It was Helmuth’s wish that any memorial gifts be presented to the St. Peter’s U.C.C. Endowment Fund. Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, assisted the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, May 29, 1994 ******** (02 Jul 1911/27 May 1994/SSDI)
HUBERT LECHLER Hubert Lechler, 65, Town of Eaton (Manitowoc County) farmer, died early today at this home on Highway 32 about five miles north of Kiel. He had been ailing four years. A native of Eaton, he was born May 12, 1893, a son of the late Ferdinand and Emma Strassmann Lechler. He grew up and attended district school in Eaton, marrying the former Edna Gau, Dec. 3, 1918. The couple lived in New Holstein for a year, then took over operating of their present farm. Surviving are his wife; three brothers, John and Michael of Eaton and Helmuth of Kiel; and two sisters, Mrs. Clarence Anhalt of Kiel and Mrs. Rudolph Ibe of Eaton. He was preceded in death by a brother, James. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church in Kiel, of which he was a member. The Rev. Vernon E. Jaberg, pastor, will officiate, with burial in Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home in Kiel from 2 p.m. Friday to 11 a.m. Saturday and from noon at the church. The Sheboygan Press - Thursday, December 11, 1958 - P. 12 ******* Funeral services for Hubert Lechler, 65, of the Town of Eaton, who died at his home on Thursday morning, were held at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Peter's Evangelical and Reformed Church in Kiel. The Rev. Vernon E. Jaberg officiated. During the service, Kenneth Dedering, soloist, sang "Beyond The Sunset," and "Rock of Ages." Mrs. Howard Vorpahl was the organ accompanist. Burial took place in the Eaton Cemetery. Pallbearers were Eugene, Jackie, Nelson, Ray, Roy and Thomas Lechler, nephews of the deceased. The Sheboygan Press - Wednesday, December 11, 1958 - P. 16
JAMES A. LECHLER James August Lechler (v.40 p.416) Husband of Selma Hanssen April 24, 1901-April 5, 1947 Son of Ferdinand Lechler and Emma Strassmann Born Town of Eaton –farmer Died from “coronary thrombosis, sudden –coronary heart disease –chronic cholecyshtis” Buried at Eaton Cemetery, Town of Eaton
LILA M. LECHLER Lila M. Lechler, 82, of New Holstein, died Tuesday morning, March 25, 2014 at Homestead Care Center, New Holstein where she resided the past three months. She was the former Lila Kluball, born June 29, 1931 in Antigo, daughter of the late Stephen & Hertha (Gerdes) Kluball. Lila attended Sleepy Hollow Grade School and was a graduate of Antigo High School. On October 24, 1953 she married Nelson R. Lechler at Peace Lutheran Church, Antigo. Nelson preceded her in death on Janaury 1, 1993. Lila had worked for the Abrams family in Wausau before obtaining an office job with Standard Oil Company in Green Bay. After the couples marriage they farmed and raised their family in the Town of Eaton. After her retirement she worked at Walmart in Chilton and volunteered for Shepards Attic in Chilton where she developed many close friendships. Lila was a very active member of Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein and a member of the Eaton Ladies Aid. She was a wonderful mother who shared and taught her knowledge of cooking, canning and gardening to her children and grandchildren. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She was preceded in death by one grandson, Cody Lechler, one sister, Arlene (Roy) Lechler and her in-laws, Ray (Glorian) Lechler, Eugene Lechler and Steven Gross. Funeral services for Lila will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, March 28, 2014 at Zion Lutheran Church (1702 Van Buren St., New Holstein) with Rev. Azor Cigelske officiating. Burial will be in the Eaton Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the church on Friday from 11:00 am until the time of service. Lila's family would like to extend their thanks to Homestead Care Center for the wonderful care she received. Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, Kiel is assisting the family. Online condolences at www.meiselwitzfh.com Herald Times Reporter, March 2014
MARIE C. LECHLER Mrs. Marie C Lechler, age 72, of 822 7th St. Kiel, died this morning at Calumet Homestead in New Holstein after a lengthy illness. The former Marie Theobald, born Jan. 22, 1915 in the Town of New Holstein, daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Schoenborn Theobald. She attended Kiel Schools. On Sept. 4, 1937 she married Helmuth Lechler in Kiel. She was a member of St. Peters United Church of Christ, Kiel and a member of the Church Women’s Guild and the Church’s SenIor Social. (Survivors omitted for privacy) No newspaper named, October 17, 1987 ******* (22 Jan 1915/Oct 1987/SSDI)
MIKE H. LECHLER Mike H, Lechler, 66, of Route 1, Kiel, died Saturday at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Appleton, where he had been a patient for 10 days. Born in the Town of Eaton on December 15, 1907, he was a son of the late Ferdinand and Emma Strassmann Lecher. He attended Elder Grove School. On June 27, 1931 he married the former Florence Rabe at Zion Lutheran Church, Louis Corners. The couple located on the Lechler home farm in the Town of Eaton. For 11 years, prior to his retirement two years ago, Mr. Lechler was employed at the A.A. Laun Furniture Company, Kiel. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Kiel. Survivors include his widow; two daughters, seven grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Clarence Anhalt, Kiel, and two brothers, John, rural Kiel, and Helmuth, Kiel. Funeral services were held Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Kiel, with the Reverend C.L. Reiter, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church, officiating. Burial was in Eaton Cemetery, Town of Eaton. A memorial fund has been established in Mr. Lechler’S name for Trinity Lutheran Church. ******** (16 Dec 1907/Sep 1974/SSDI)
NELSON R. LECHLER Nelson R. Lechler, age 66, of 9535 Meggers Rd., New Holstein, died Friday morning, January 1, 1993, unexpectedly at Calumet Medical Center, Chilton. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, January 4, 1993, at Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein, with the Rev. Victor Kuerschner pastor officiating and burial will be in Eaton Cemetery. He was born August 20, 1926, in New Holstein, son of the late James and Selma Hansen Lechler. He attended Elder Grove School in the Town of Eaton. On October 24, 1953, he married Lila Kimball at Peace Lutheran Church, Antigo. He farmed in the Town of Eaton and was also employed at Ameriquip, Inc., New Holstein for 25 years retiring in 1990. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein and was treasurer of the Eaton Cemetery. Survivors include his wife, Lila; two sons, Bruce (Joan) Lechler, Kiel, Kenneth (Tammy) Lechler, rural New Holstein; three daughters, Barb (Peter) Schnur, Kiel, Bernice (Michael) Fluhr, rural Kiel, Joanne Lechler, New Holstein, nine grandchildren, Abby, Jessica and Courtney Lechler, Jennifer, Tony, and Aaron Schnur, Heather and Cory Fluhr, and Tyler Lechler; three brothers, Eugene (Marriane) Lechler, rural Kiel, Ray (Glorian) Lechler, Kiel, Roy (Arlene) Lechler, rural Kiel; two sisters, Grace (Leon) Mueller, rural Kiel, Doris Grosss, rural Elkhart Lake. Friends may call at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel from 4-9 pm. Sunday, TODAY; and at the Church on Monday, from 9 a.m. until the time of service. A memorial has been established in his name. Manitowoc Pilot, January 3, 1993 P. A2
ROY C. LECHLER Roy C. Lechler, 72, of 8122 Hwy 67, Kiel (Town of Eaton) died Friday evening, Feb. 25, 2005 at his home. He was born Feb. 16, 1933 in the Town of Eaton, son of the late James and Selma (Hansen) Lechler. Roy attended Elder Grove School and Kiel High School. He served with the U.S. Army in Germany from 1956 to 1958. On Sept. 20, 1958 he married the former Arlene Kluball at St. JohnÆs UCC in New Holstein. For 60 years, Roy farmed in the Town of Eaton, during which time he also worked at Lake to Lake for eight years, Kiel Sand and Gravel for 12 years and Riesterer and Schnell for 18 years. After his retirement, Roy worked at StellÆs Piggly Wiggly in New Holstein. He was a very active member of St. JohnÆs UCC in New Holstein. He also enjoyed working with wood. Survivors include his wife, Arlene; two daughters, Karen (Dean) Buelke of Waldo and Linda (Steward) Kuehl of Plymouth; two grandchildren, Kayla and Chris Buelke; two step-grandchildren, Elizabeth and Leah Kuehl; one step-great-grandson, Aidan Kuehl. Roy is also survived by one brother, Ray (Glorian) Lechler of Kiel; two sisters, Grace (Leon) Mueller of School Hill and Doris Gross of Kiel; two sisters-in-law, Lila Lechler and Marianne Lechler. He is further survived by nieces, nephews other relative and friends. Two brothers, Nelson and Eugene Lechler, and one brother-in-law, Steven Gross, preceded Roy in death. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, March 1 at 1 p.m. at St. JohnÆs UCC in New Holstein with the Rev. James Werner officiating. Burial will be at the Eaton Union Cemetery. Friends may call on Monday, Feb. 28 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home in Kiel and on Tuesday at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter February 2005 ******** Roy C. Lechler, age 72, of 8122 Highway 67, Kiel, died Friday evening, Feb. 25, 2005 at his home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 1, 2005 at St. JohnÆs United Church of Christ, New Holstein, with the Rev. James Werner officiating. Friends may call on Monday, Feb. 28, 2005 from 4 until 8 p.m. at the Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home and Tuesday at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter February 2005
SELMA D. LECHLER Mrs. Selma D. Lechler, 76, Route 1, Kiel, died Monday afternoon at Sheboygan Memorial Hospital, where she had been a patient for the past three days. The former Selma Hanssen was born Sept. 1, 1904, in the Town of Eaton, a daughter of the late Frederick and Dora Refiners Hanssen. She attended district school. She married James Lechler Sept. 24, 1925, at Plymouth. The couple farmed the Hanssen homestead farm in the Town of Eaton. Mr. Lechler died in 1947. Mrs. Lechler was a member of St. John United Church of Christ, New Holstein, and of the Eaton Ladies Aid Society. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Leon (Grace) Mueller, of rural Kiel, and Mrs. Steven (Doris) Gross, rural Elkhart Lake; four sons, Nelson, rural New Holstein, Eugene and Roy, both of rural Kiel, and Ray, of Kiel; 14 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter, and a sister, Viola Peik, of Manitowoc. She was preceded in death by a sister. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. The Rev. Albert K. Borns, pastor of St. John United Church of Christ, will officiate. Burial will be in the Eaton Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Wednesday, and from 9 a.m. until the time of services Wednesday. A memorial fund has been established in Mrs. Lechler's name The Sheboygan Press Tuesday, September 23, 1980 pg. 4
MYRTLE LONGRIE Myrtle C. Longrie, age 87, of Chilton, died on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at the Chilton Care Center in Chilton. She was born May 5, 1925 in the Town of Eaton, daughter of the late William and Linda (Broker)Koepp. She is survived by her special friend, Ron Schmitt and other close friends, Donna Buechel and Pearl Schmidt. Private services will be held at a later date. Wieting Funeral Home, April, 2013
