MELNIK PRESBYTERIAN CEMETERY OBITUARIES


Gibson Township, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin

ADA MAE AHERNS

Ada Mae Ahrens, age 82, formerly of 717 S. 30th St., Manitowoc, died early on Thursday morning, May 8, at North Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center. 
Ada Mae was born on May 11, 1925, in the town of Gibson, daughter of the late Frank J. and Lillian (Skarievoda) Hlinak. She attended schools in the Mishicot area and graduated with the class of 1944 from Mishicot High School. Ada Mae was employed for many years at Kubsch's Country Inn and Weber's Country Inn in Kellnersville. She married Clarence A. Ahrens on June 23, 1951, at Melnik Presbyterian Church. He preceded her in death on Feb. 16, 1987. She was a member of Melnik Presbyterian Church and the Martha Society of the church; a member of WFLA Lodge 20 of Melnik and the Wisconsin Czechs. She was a member of the ladies auxiliary American Legion Post 88 and VFW Otto Oas Post 659. 
Survivors include one brother and sister-in-law: Frank A. (Beverly Mae) Hlinak, Maribel; one sister: Ruth Prochazka, Zander; one sister-in-law: Phyllis Hoerl, Chilton; and special niece: Carol (Gerry) Sisel and their children: Carrie and Jarrod, Manitowoc. Nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Clarence; three brothers: Wesley Hlinak; Melvin Hlinak and Frederick J. Hlinak; one brother-in-law: Carl Prochazka; one nephew: Roger Hlinak; and one niece: Elizabeth Hlinak. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 12, 2008, at Melnik Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Lou Grossen will officiate, with burial to follow at the church cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sunday at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Kellnersville and again on Mondayk at the church. from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. 
Herald Times Reporter May 9, 2008


CLARENCE A. AHRENS Clarence A. Ahrens, 72, of 717 S. 30th St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning, February 16, 1987 at his residence. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm Thursday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. Rev. Ronald Miller and Rev. Lou Grossen will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Military rites will be conducted by Otto Oas V.F.W. Post 659 of Manitowoc. Mr. Ahrens was born July 16, 1914 at Two Rivers, son of the late Louis and Rose Arnholz Ahrens. He entered military service in July, 1942, serving with Company I 377th Infantry 95th Division in the European Theaatre during World War II. He was discharged in November, 1945. He married the former Ada Mae Hlinak on June 23, 1951 and the couple then resided in Manitowoc. Mr. Ahrens was employed at Lakeside Machine Shop, Division of Rahr Malting Company, retiring in 1979. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church and former elder of the church. He was a member of Otto Oas V.F.W. Post 659 of Manitowoc, Wisconsin Czechs, Kellnersville Betterment Association and former member of Machinists Local 516 of Manitowoc. Survivors include his wife, Ada Mae; a brother, Arthur of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Evelyn Maples of Manitowoc and Mrs. Irene Palmer of Santa Monica, California; his mother-in-law, Mrs. Lillian Hlinak of Rt. 1, Maribel; sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Walter, one sister, Fern Kupsch and two infant brothers. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, 4 pm to 9 pm Wednesday and at the church from noon Thursday to the time of services. Prayer service 7:30 pm Wednesday by Rev. William Plank. Funeral will be conducted by Edward Saur and Clyde Pfeffer. Manitowoc Herald Times - Tues., Feb. 17, 1987 - page 14 ******** (b. 16 Jul 1914/d. Feb 1987/SSDI)


JOAN A. ALEOTO Mrs. Joan Ann Aliota, 51, of Denmark, Wis., died Sunday morning, June 8, 1986 at a Green Bay hospital. Funeral services will be 10 am Wednesday at Interfaith Fellowship Center, 1840 W. Mason, Green Bay. James Erickson will officiate with burial at Melnik Presbyterian Cemetery. Mrs. Alioto was born August 14, 1934 at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Adolph and Mildred Strouf Chaloupka. Survivors include two sons, Jay, Tomahawk and Joel at home; a daughter, Jenny of Rockford, Ill.; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Leslie and Louise Chaloupka of Fond du lac and Allan and Kathleen Chaloupka of Denmark; a sister, Mrs. Elaine LaViolette of Manitowoc, nieces and nephews and many friends also survive. Friends may call at Knutson Funeral Home, Denmark, from 4 pm to 9 pm Tuesday afternoon. Manitowoc Herald Times - Mon., June 9, 1986 - page15



MAYNARD F. AUGUSTINE Maynard F. Augustine, age 87, of 658 S. State St., Mishicot, entered into eternal rest Friday, April 9, 2010, at his residence. Maynard was born Dec. 15, 1922, in the town of Carlton in Kewaunee County to the late Joseph and Olive Arpin Augustine, and has been a lifelong area resident. He married the former Elaine Wiltman on Jan. 5, 1944, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Norman. He and his wife farmed in the Norman area for many years, and he worked for the Foremost Co. for 25 years, and also worked as an assembler for the Manitowoc Engineering Co. for 25 years. His hobby was working on machinery and fixing things. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Gilbert Augustine, Wencil (Mabel) Augustine, Donald (Elerene) Augustine, twin brother: Milton Augustine; and by his sister: Mildred (Clarence) Sager; a baby brother: Gordon; a baby sister: Beatrice; a daughter-in-law: Rachel Augustine; and by his father-in-law and mother-in-law: Robert and Eleanor Wiltman. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 12, 2010, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, with the Rev. Paul Paider officiating, with burial to follow in the Melnik Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Melnik. Relatives and friends may call after 9 a.m. Monday at Holy Cross Catholic Church until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Sunday evening visitation. The Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home of Mishicot is assisting the Augustine family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, April 11, 2010


ALLAN W. BASKEN Allan W. Basken, age 68, of 10520 Diamond Road, Whitelaw, died unexpectedly Wednesday, May 4, 2005 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, 2005 at the Melnik Presbyterian Church in Whitelaw, with the Rev. Kay Richter officiating, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Al was born Nov. 17, 1936 in Manitowoc County to the late Edward and Lillian Holitz Basken and has been a lifelong area resident. He was a graduate of the Mishicot High School. He married the former Arelette Hagenow June 10, 1994 at the Melnik Presbyterian Church in Whitelaw. Al was employed by the Hamilton Manufacturing Co., the Manitowoc Co., Kornely Dairy, and later by the Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry, retiring in 1999. He was a member of the Local Union #125. Al enjoyed farming and his many animals, especially raising cattle. He enjoyed being in the outdoors. Al enjoyed traveling and taking many trips. He had a very special sense of humor. He especially loved spending time with his family and many friends. Survivors include his loving wife: Arelette; and by his former wives: Dorothy Rappley and Louise Schultz, who were the mothers of his six children: Annette (Tom) Kobriger of Denmark; Buzz (Shirley) Basken of Two Rivers; Barb (David) Schultz of Two Rivers; Brenda Provot of Two Rivers; Mark Basken of Florida; and Amy (Craig) Johnson of Valders; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. He is further survived by his step-children: Wendy (Steve) Keehan of Two Rivers; Dave (Donna) Abts Jr. of Whitelaw; Daniel (Kim) Abts of Whitelaw; six stepgrandchildren; his mother-in-law and father-in-law: Otto and Eleanor Hagenow of Manitowoc; one brother: Norman (Lidia) Basken of Manitowoc: two sisters: Irene Warm of Kenosha; Lorraine Miller of Two Rivers; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Marjorie (Gerald) Sladkey of Two Rivers; David (Bernice) Hagenow of Two Rivers; many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by one brother: Clarence Basken; and by one grandson: Brian Rozansky. Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday (TONIGHT) at the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home in Mishicot. Visitation will continue after noon Saturday at the Melnik Presbyterian Church in Whitelaw, until the time of service at 1:30 p.m. The Basken family wishes to express a very special thank you to Dr. Andrew Yetter and his staff for the special care given to Al during his illness. May he rest in peace with his friend O.J. Herald Times Reporter May 2005


GEORGE BASKEN George Basken Is Buried Wednesday George Basken, Sr., 93, father of Mrs. Emma Pagel of Maribel route 1, died in his sleep early Sunday at the home of his son, Edward of Whitelaw, route 1. Born in Kossuth in 1860, Mr. Basken married Miss Margaret Dolezal in 1887. They located on a farm in Kossuth, where he followed farming and lumbering. He retired 30 years ago. Mrs. Basken died in 1952. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Pagels, Maribel route 1, three sons, George Jr., Lark; Edward, Whitelaw route 1; and Henry, Two Rivers route 2; two brothers, Fred, Manitowoc Rapids and Ernst, Tempe, Arizona; a sister, Mrs. Clara Ake of Nashotah, Wisconsin; 13 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Wednesday at 2:30 pm at the Melnik Presbyterian Church with Dr. C.H. Phipps of the First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc, officiating. Burial was in the adjoining cemetery. Denmark Press - Thurs., Feb. 25, 1954 - page 1 ******** Card Of Thanks BASKEN--Deeply grateful and appreciative of the kindnesses shown us by friends, relatives and neighbors in our recent sad bereavement, the death of our dearly beloved father and brother, George Basken Sr., we hereby tender our heartfelt thanks to one and all. The visitation of friends, the contributions of flowers and the consoling words of Dr. C.H. Phipps, donors of memorial wreaths and flowers, pallbearers, singers and accompanist, those who offered the use of their cars, all contributed to a lightening of our burden of sorrow. Family of George Basken, Sr. Manitowoc Herald Times Friday, February 26, 1954 pg. 18-M


LAURA BASKEN Notes From Melnik Miss Laura (sic) Basken, aged 15, was relieved of earthly suffering last week, April 30, in Chicago where she had gone to seek medical aid. Besides her heart stricken parents she also leaves behind two sisters and two brothers to mourn her untimely death. She was laid to rest in the Presbyterian cemetery at this place, Rev. F.T. Bastle performing the last sad rites. Her casket was beautifully decorated with wreaths of flowers, while the funeral cortege was as large as any ever seen here. Laura was an estimable young lady of a bright, happy disposition, always looking on the bright side of life. She was loved by all who knew her and her parents have our sympathy in their sad bereavement. Manitowoc Pilot, May 9, 1907 ******** Notes From Kingsbridge Miss Laura Basken, aged 15 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Basken, died at Chicago. The body was brought home for interment. The funeral took place on Friday at Melnik. Manitowoc Pilot, May 9, 1907 ******** Francis Creek Miss Lora Basken passed away Tuesday to the far beyond at the home of her aunt in Chicago and her remains were brought here to be buried. Lora left for Chicago some time ago in the hopes that she might get cured. Mrs. Broshaska of Chicago accompanied the remains of Lora Basken to this place. The Reporter - Sat., May 11, 1907


 

MARGARET BASKEN Mrs. George Basken, 85, of Gibson, lifelong resident of the county, died Friday morning at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Monday at the Melnik Presbyterian Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. She was born Margaret Dolezal in Tisch Mills in 1866 and in 1886 married Mr. Basken. They located at Wausau for a year and then moved to a farm in Kossuth, in 1925 they retired and moved to a home in Gibson. Survivors are her husband; daughter, Mrs. Carl Pagel of Melnik; three sons, George Jr., of Lark, Wis., Edward of Melnik, Henry of Francis Creek; 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after Sunday noon. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Monday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 9, 1952 P.12 ******** Funeral services for Mrs. George Basken, 85, (photo) of Gibson, who died Friday, will be held at 3:30 p.m. Monday at the Melnik Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after Sunday noon. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Monday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, May 10, 1952 P.2


ANNA BOHACEK Mrs. William (Anna) Bohacek, 80, a former Melnik resident, died Monday evening, March 16, at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday at Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik. The Rev. James L. Thomson will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Bohacek, nee Anna Valenta, was born Dec. 4, 1900, in the Town of Franklin, Kewaunee County, daughter of the late George and Theresia Jansky Valenta. She was married to William Bohacek Aug. 7, 1917. The couple farmed in the town of Gibson. She was a member of Melnik Presbyterian Church and Martha Society of the church. Mr. Bohacek died Jan. 24, 1978. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Raymond and Elaine Bohacek of Route 1, Whitelaw; four daughters and three sons-in-law, Mrs. Evelyn Shusta of Maribel, Clara and Alvin Hagenow of Manitowoc, Helen and Leslie Skarivoda of Route 1, Whitelaw, and Ann and Earl Bruechert of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Louis (Caroline) Staral of Route 1, Mishicot, 12 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. A son, three grandchildren, two brothers, four sisters and a son-in-law, Victor Shusta, preceded her in death. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Thursday until 11 a.m. Friday and then at the church from 11:30 a.m. until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, March 17, 1981 P. 3 ******** (03 Dec 1900/Mar 1981/SSDI)


BABY HARVEY BOHACEK Harvey, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. William Bohacek, died at the home Sunday evening, aged two months eighteen days. The funeral was held from the home Wednesday at 10 a.m. with services at the home and at the Melnik Presbyterian church and burial at the adjoining cemetery. The correspondent joins with their many friends in extending sincere sympathy to the afflicted family to their bereavement. Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, January 7, 1927 P.8


JOSEPH BOHACEK Joseph Bohacek, 92, former Melnik area resident, died Sunday morning, March 28, 1988 at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Wednesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. Rev. Karen Dotey will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Military graveside rites will be accorded Mr. Bohacek by V.F.W. Post 1248 of Two Rivers. Mr. Bohacek was born April 27, 1895 in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Stephen and Mary Dushek Bohacek. He entered military service during World War I, serving overseas. He married the former Theresa Krish on January 18, 1921 and the couple then farmed in the Town of Gibson. He also was a carpenter by trade. Mr. Bohacek was a member of Melnik Presbyterian Church and V.F.W. Post 1248 of Two Rivers. He was preceded in death by his wife on May 8, 1969. Survivors include a son-in-law, Robert A. Thiel Sr., of Kiel; three granddaughters, Kay (Brian) Benzinger of Mishicot, Marlene (Gary) Miller of Tisch Mills and Marilyn (Robert) Vollmer of Pennsylvania; two grandsons, Robert A. (Erna) Thiel of Appleton and William (Jan) Thiel of Neenah; 10 great grandchildren and a sister-in-law, Elizabeth Bohachek. He was preceded in death by his wife, a daughter, Rosella Thiel in 1979 and 2 brothers, Edward and William. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, 4 pm to 9 pm Tuesday and at the church on Wednesday from 9:30 am to the time of services. The casket will remain closed at the church. Manitowoc Herald times - Mon., Mar. 28, 1988 - page 18 ******** Joseph Bohacek, 92, former Melnik area resident, died Sunday, March 28, 1988 at a Manitowoc nursing home. He was born April 27, 1895 in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Stephen and Mary (Dushek) Bohacek. On January 18, 1921, he married Theresa Krish and the couple then farmed in the Town of Gibson. His wife preceded him in death May 8, 1969. Survivors include a son-in-law, Robert A. Thiel Sr., Kiel; three granddaughters, Kay (Brian) Benzinger, Mishicot; Marlene (Gary) Miller, Tisch Mills and Marilyn (Robert) Vollmer, Pennsylvania; two grandsons, Robert A. (Erna) Thiel, Appleton and William (Jan) Thiel, Neenah, 10 great grandchildren and a sister-in-law, Elizabeth Bohacek. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Rosella Thiel in 1979 and two brothers, Edward and William. Services were Wednesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church with Rev. Karen Doty officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville was in charge of arrangements. Denmark Press - Thursday, March 31, 1988 ******** County clerk Schroeder has issued a marriage license to Joseph Bohacek of Maribel and Therese Krisch of Cato. Manitowoc Herald News, January 12, 1921 P. 3



MARIA BOHACEK Mrs. Stephen Mohacek (sic) died early Friday morning, May 18 at the Maple Crest sanatorium where she had been confined for the past six months. The deceased has been in poor health for the past three years. Mrs. Bohacek’s maiden name was Marie Dushek. She was born in Czechy, Bohemia, 49 years ago and when eight years old immigrated with her parents to this country. When 22 years of age she was married to Stephen Bohacek. The deceased is survived by her husband and three sons, Edward, Joseph, William besides her mother, two brothers and four sisters. Mrs. Bohacek was an affectionate wife and mother and was beloved by all her neighbors and friends. The funeral was held Sunday at 1 o’clock pm at the local Presbyterian cemetery. Mr. Vraney, officiated. Our sympathy goes out to the afflicted family in their bereavement. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, May 23, 1917, Page 4


STEPHEN BOHACEK Stephen Bohacek Dies at Melnik Farm Home Stephen Bohacek, a life-long resident of this county, died at his home on the farm near Melnik, death being due to an attack of pneumonia from which he had been suffering only a short time. The funeral will be held tomorrow, Saturday afternoon with services at the Melnik Presbyterian church, the Rev. Tepley officiating. Mr. Bohacek was born on the farm where he died sixty-four years ago and was married thirty-seven years ago to Mary Dushek. She preceded him in death ten years ago and surviving are three sons, Edward of this city, and Joseph and William on the farm. Five grandchildren, a brother, Joseph Bohacek, of Denmark, and three sisters, Mrs. Joseph Hostak, and Mrs. Anton Drasner of Melnik and Mrs. Mary Hessel of Green Bay, also survive him. Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, June 10, 1927 P.13


THERESA BOHACEK Mrs. Joseph Bohacek, 68, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, died Thursday evening at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Charles R. Freuden will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Bohacek, nee Theresa Krish, was born May 18, 1900, in the Town of Cooperstown, daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Krish. She was married to Joseph Bohacek Jan. 13, 1921, at Manitowoc and they farmed in the Town of Gibson. Mrs. Bohacek was a member of the Martha Society of the church and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary 248 of Two Rivers. Besides her husband, she is survived by a daughter (private), a brother, Joseph, of Manitowoc; five sisters, Mrs. Blanche Krejci and Mrs. Edward Bohacek of Manitowoc; Mrs. Anna Decker of Norway, Mich.; Mrs. Lillian Arndt of Hartland and Mrs. Arthur Hansen of Denmark; and five grand-children. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, after 2 p.m. Sunday until 11 a.m. Monday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in state until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 9, 1969 P.7 ******** Melnik-Brockville Notes Joseph Bohacek of this place and Miss Theresa Krisch from near Rosecrans, were united in marriage at the Court House in Manitowoc Tuesday 10:00 am, Judge Chloupek officiating. Miss Victoria Krisch and Wencle Hostak were the attendants. The wedding was a quiet affair. The happy couple are both well and favorably known in this section of the county. They will make their home on a farm which the groom owns in this vicinity. The correspondent joins with their many friends in wishing themn success in their pathway through life together. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Jan. 27, 1921


WILLIAM BOHACEK William Bohacek, 80, of Melnik, Rt. 1, Whitelaw, died Tuesday morning in Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday in Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik. The Rev. Dale Tutje will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Bohacek was born June 29, 1898 in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Stephen and Mary Dushek Bohacek. He married Anna Valenta August 7, 1917. They operated the Bohacek homestead farm and he was also employed with Hamilton Industries, Two Rivers, retiring in 1962. Mr. Bohacek was a member of Melnik Presbyterian Church and Western Fraternal Life Association, Lodge No. 20 of Melnik. Survivors include his wife, a son and daughter-in-law, Raymond and Elaine Bohacek of Rt. 1, Whitelaw; four daughters and three sons-in-law, Mrs. Evelyn Shuster of Maribel, Clara and Alvin Hagenow of Manitowoc, Helen and Leslie Skarivoda of Rt. 1, Whitelaw and Ann and Earl Bruechert of Manitowoc; two brothers, Edward of Manitowoc and Joseph of Rt. 1, Whitelaw; 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. A son, three grandchildren and a son-in-law, Victor Shusta preceded him in death. Friends may call in Saur Funeral home, Kellnersville after 4 p.m. Wednesday until 11:30 a.m. Thursday and then at the church from noon until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times - Tuesday, Jan 24. 1978 - page 3 ******** Notes from Melnik-Brockville William Bohacek of this place and Miss Anna Valenta of Bolt, Kewaunee County, were united in marriage, Tues., Aug. 7 at the home of the bride's parents. Mr. Chada, Justice of the Peace tied the nuptial knot. Jos. Bahacek, brother of the groom and Miss Juia Valenta, sister of the bride were the attending couple. The young couple are both well and favorably known in their respective vicinities where they have a large circle of friends who wish them happiness on their journey of life. The groom is a farmer and the couple will take up their residence in this vicinity. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Aug. 16, 1917 ********* (29 Jun 1897/Jan 1978/SSDI)



ANNA CENEFELT COOPERSTOWN WOMAN DIES Mrs. Anna Cenefelt, 69, Will Be Buried Saturday Mrs. Anna Cenefelt, 69, died of summer flue yesterday afternoon at 3 o’clock at her home in Cooperstown. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1 o’clock from the home and at 1:30 from the church in Melnik. Interment will be in the cemetery at Melnik. Mrs. Cenefelt, the former Anna Sykora, was born at Reifs Mills on September 14, 1866. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Blanche Revolinsky, city, and Mrs. Adolph Kwicek, Evanston, Ill.; one son, Edward, on the farm at home and one grandson. Manitowoc Herald-Times, 15 Aug 1935


DELIA CENEFELT Miss Delia Cenefelt Dies Today In Hospital Miss Delia Cenefelt, 38, Cooperstown resident, died today at St. Mary's hospital, Green Bay, where she was a patient suffering from appendicitis. Burial will take place Monday at 1:30 p.m. from her home in Cooperstown and at 2 p.m. from the church at Melnik. The deceased is survived by her mother, Mrs. Max Cenefelt, two sisters, Mrs. Harry Jagodinsky, city, and Mrs. Adolph Kvitel; Evanston, and a brother, Edward, of Cooperstown. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, April 1, 1933 P. 2


EDWARD CENEFELT Edward Cenefelt, 78, 1127 Pine St., Green Bay, died Saturday at a Green Bay hospital, following a short illness. He farmed in Cooperstown most of his life. Private funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon with burial at Melnik Presbyterian Cemetery, Melnik. Denmark Press - Thurs., Feb. 12 1970 - page 6


IDA CENEFELT Mrs. Ed Cenefelt, 44, nee Ida Kaufmann, died suddently at the home in Cooperstown Saturday afternoon. Funeral services will be held from the home Tuesday at 1 p.m. and at 2 o'clock from the Melnik Presbyterian church. Mrs. Cenefelt was born in 1897 at Tigerton, Wis., where she resided until her marriage to Mr. Cenefelt, four years ago. Survivors are the widower; five brothers, Paul, Otto, William, Charles and Gustave, all of Tigertown; three sisters, Mrs. Albert Nedden and Mrs. Hugo Dobbert of Antigo, Mrs. E.J. Forrest of Iron Mountain, Mich. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 22, 1941 P. 2


MATT CENEFELT Cooperstown News: Matt Cenefelt, a well known farmer of this town died Friday afternoon between 3 and 4 o'clock. He was on duty giving orders to his men on the highway near Mike Scanlon's when he died suddenly of heart failure. Just as he was getting into his buggy he fell and when assistance came it was too late. When picked up he gave one gasp for breath and all was over. The entire neighborhood was shocked at his sudden death, and work was suspended for the day. No road work was done these last few days. Mr. Cenefelt was a very industrious man always upright and honest in his dealings and was well liked by all who knew him. Death came to him as he had often expressed a desire it might. He was sixty-eight years old in May and leaves to mourn him his widow, three daughters, Mrs. Adolph Kvitek of La Crosse, Blanche of Manitowoc, and Delia and one son, Edward, at home. He also leaves one brother, Joseph, and three sisters, Mrs. J. Wanish, Mrs. Carrie Stangel of Oregon and Sister Clarissa of Kellnersville. The funeral was held Monday morning at 10 o'clock at Melnik. We extend our deepest sympathy to the bereaved family. Manitowoc Herald News, June 16, 1926 p.9 ******** DEATH OF M. CENEFELT IS VERY SUDDEN Funeral services for Matt Cenefelt, well known Cooperstown __ who died suddenly while engaged in directing work as road superintendent in the town, were largely attended at the Melnik Presbyterian church Monday, many from this city, Green Bay, Denmark and other points attending. Burial was at Cooperstown where Mr. Cenefelt spent his life and was one of the best known residents. Mr. Cenefelt was stricken as he was superintending a crew at work on the highway, heart failure causing death as he was alighting from his automobile near the Scallan home. Death was as he had often expressed a wish it should come, sudden and without suffering. Decedent was 68, having been born at Kellnersville, May 8, 1858. He was married July 9, 1889, to Anna Seykora, of Kellnersville, who with four children survive him, Mrs. A.J. Kvitek, LaCrosse, Miss Blanche this city and Delia and Edward at Cooperstown. Mr. Cenefelt moved to Cooperstown in 1883 and has since resided there, where he (portion of page missing) one of the most prominent fa___ of the country. He was a ____ of the Z.C.B.J. at Tisch ____. The death of Mr. Cenefelt ____ shock to the community ___ he had so long resided. Manitowoc Herald News, June 16, 1926 p.14


ADOLPH CHALOUPKA Fatal Crash- February 4. 1975 Manitowoc County's third traffic fatality of the year occurred early Monday afternoon on Highway 142 about 1 1/2 miles east of Maribel Adolph J. Chaloupka 81, of Rt. 2 Two Rivers was pronounced dead at the scene following a two car crash at the junction of Highways 147 and 141. Three persons in the other vehicle including the driver, James E. Popham, 36, of Oconomowoc were injured. Chaloupka was driving west on 147 in the car shown off the road at left, and the Popham car, in the foreground was southbound on 141. (photo in newspaper) Man, 81, Victim of Crash An 81 year old rural Two Rivers man was killed and three persons were injured in a two-car crash at 1:45 pm Monday at the junction of Highway 141 and 147 about 1 1/2 miles east of Maribel. Adolph J. Chaloupka, Rt. 2 Two Rivers, was pronounced dead of head injuries at the scene by County Coronor James E. Powers. The injured, all removed to St. Vincent Hospital by DeWane Ambulance of Denmark or private auto, included Gilbert Stenz, 47 of Milwaukee, concussion and head cuts. James Bonham, 36 of Oconomowoc broken left hand and right wrist, and Adam Fuerdi, 44 of Cedarburg, broken foot and left wrist. According to the County accident report, a car driving by Popham was south bound on Highway 141 when a car driven by Chaloupka which was westbound on Highway 147, passed the stop sign at the junction, continuing directly into the path of the Popham car. Stenz and Fueredi were passengers of the Popham vehicle. Chaloupka's death is recorded as the third traffic fatality on Manitowoc County roads this year, compared to none at this time last year. ************** Herald Time Reporter February 4. 1975 Chaloupka Adolph Chaloupka, 81, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died Monday afternoon as the result of a car accident. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik. The Rev. Charles Freuden will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Chaloupka was born September 21, 1893, at Chicago, son of the late Thomas and Anna Shedivy Chaloupka. He married Mildred Strouf, Dec. 5, 1920. He operated a cheese factory at Larrabee for many years. He was then employed at Hamilton Mfg Co. of Two Rivers, retiring in 1956. He was a member and former trustee of Melnik Presbyterian Church, a member of Western Bohemian Fraternal Assn. and a veteran of World War I. Survivors include his wife, two sons, Leslie of Fond du Lac and Allan of Denmark, two daughters, Mrs. Carl (Elaine) LaViolette, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Joan Alioto, of Larrabee; 20 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A daughter, three brothers and three sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 4 p.m. Wednesday until 11:30 a.m. Thursday and at the church from noon until the time of service. ************ Herald Times Reporter- February 12, 1975 Chaloupka-the thoughtfulness and kindness of our relatives, friends and neighbors has been deeply appreciated and we are extending our most grateful thanks to all of you who have so kindly aided us in our recent bereavement, the loss of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, and great grandfather, Mr. Adolph Chaloupka. Special thanks to the Rev. Charles Freuden, organist and soloist of Melnik Presbyterian Church, the pallbearers, donors of spiritual bouqets, flowers and food and any others who aided in any way. Mrs. Mildred Chaloupka, Allan and Leslie Chaloupka, Mrs. Carl LaViolette and Mrs. Joan Aliota. ******** /cause of death: car accident ******** (Adolph Chaloupka was the son of James Trnka and Anna Shedivy Trnka (divorced), and adopted by Thomas Chaloupka after his marriage to Anna Shedivy Trnka Chaloupka. **Information contributed by grandaughter of Thomas and Anna Chaloupka.)


ALLAN ADOLPH CHALOUPKA Allan Adolph Chaloupka, age 90, of Denmark, passed away Sunday, April 23, 2017 at Scandinavian Court in Denmark. The son of the late Adolph and Mildred (Strouf) Chaloupka was born August 12, 1926 in the Town of Gibson. He graduated from Mishicot High School in 1944 and went on to serve in the U.S. Navy from August of 1944 until July of 1947. On February 23, 1952, he married the former Kathleen Schroeder in Manitowoc, and together they shared 65 years of marriage. During his career, Allan worked for Pauly Cheese until his retirement in 1988, and also drove school bus for the Denmark Public Schools. He was a member and past commander of VFW Post 6705 in Denmark, and was proud to have been on a WWII Honor Flight. In his spare time, Allan enjoyed crossword puzzles, watching the Green Bay Packers and Milwaukee Brewers, listening to polka music and keeping a meticulous garden. He was a life-long member of Melnik Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his wife, Katie; children: Lynn (Bob Boyer) Hager of Pound, Karen Chaloupka of Denmark, Wayne (Vicki) Chaloupka of Luxemburg, Dean (Anne) Chaloupka of Wellington, FL, Brian (Julie) Chaloupka of Kewaunee, Ross (Gena) Chaloupka of Roswell, GA, and Neal (Jim Seitz) Chaloupka of Raleigh, NC; grandchildren: Tricia (Charles) Rottier, Scott (Lorra) Hager, Carrie (Bob Siebert) Hager, Laura Chaloupka, Sara Chaloupka, Tony Chaloupka, Brandon Chaloupka, Morgan Chaloupka, Hannah Chaloupka, Kim (Shaun) Hardtke, Amie Chaloupka, Matt Chaloupka; step-grandchildren: Sarah Mitchell and Mason Mitchell; great-grandchildren: Alex Hager, Colin Rottier, Katy Hager and Adrienne Hardtke; sisters-in-law: Arlene Schroeder, Lois Schroeder, Ruth Wegner and Cheryl (David) Decker; brother-in-law Roger (Betty) Schroeder as well as nieces, nephews, other family and friends. In addition to his parents, Adolph and Mildred, Allan was preceded in death by an infant son Lee; sisters: Edith Mae, Elaine (Carl) LaViolette and Joan Alioto; brother Leslie (Louise) Chaloupka; father-in-law and mother-in-law: Melvin and Helen Schroeder; brothers-in-law: Robert Schroeder, Leo Schroeder and Norman Wegner as well as a sister-in-law Helen Schroeder. Family and friends may visit at Cotter Funeral Home-Denmark Chapel, 536 County Road R, Denmark, on Wednesday, April 26, from 4-8pm with a VFW service to be held at 7:00pm by Denmark Post 6705 . Visitation will continue on Thursday at Melnik Presbyterian Church, 12320 Melnik Rd, (Whitelaw) from 10:00am until 10:45am. Funeral service at 11:00am Thursday with the Rev. Phil Kinzel officiating. Burial in the church cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter April 25, 2017



ANNA CHALOUPKA Stricken seriously ill last Thursday, Mrs. Anna Chaloupka, 83, town of Gibson, Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died at 6:30 a.m. Sunday at the Holy Family Hospital at Manitowoc where she had been a patient for three days. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Melnik Presbyterian Church, with student pastor Sherwood Roach officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. Mrs. Chaloupka, nee Anna Shedivy, was born in Czechoslovakia in 1870, a daughter of the late Charles and Anna Koubas Shedivy. When she was a child the family brought her to this country, settling in Manitowoc County. She was married at Manitowoc in 1898 to Thomas Chaloupka, the couple establishing a farm in the town of Gibson where she had resided since. Her husband preceded her in death 16 years ago. Surviving Mrs. Chaloupka are a daughter, Mrs. Sam Mott of the town of Gibson; two sons, Adolph and Edwin Chaloupka of the town of Gibson; three sisters, Mrs. Joseph Hronek of the town of Gibson; Mrs. Rose Jaske of Chicago, and Mrs. Edward Schiman of Two Rivers; two brothers, Charles Shedivy of Two Rivers and John Shedivy of Cornell, Wis., 12 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Specht Funeral Home at Mishicot until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in state until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter April 14, 1954 ******** (Anna (Shedivy) Trnka Chaloupka/b. Dec 1870)


CAMILLA CHALOUPKA Mrs. Edwin (Camilla) Chaloupka, 79, of route 2, Two Rivers, died early Saturday morning, November 22, 1986 at her daughter and son-in-law's house, Judy and Joe Petska. Funeral services will be 11 am Tuesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. Rev. William B. Plank will officiate with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Mrs. Chaloupka was born July 1, 1907 in the Town of Kossuth, daughter of the late Charles and Mary Heran Swetlik. She married Edwin Chaloupka on June 25, 1930 at Melnik Presbyterian Church. The couple farmed at their present address. He preceded her in death March 2, 1974. Mrs. Chaloupka was a member of Melnik Presbyterian Church and a 4-H Club Leader for over 20 years. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Joseph (Judy) Petska of 3603 Highway 147 West, Two Rivers and Mrs. Harold (Lorraine) Krummel of 3904 Highway 147 West, Two Rivers; a brother, Ludwig Swetlik of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Mildred Duchon of Route 1, Whitelaw, Mrs. Joseph (Sylvia) Swoboda of Sheboygan and Mrs. Louis (Helen) Feit of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by a brother, Charles. Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, from 4 pm to 9 pm Monday and at the church on Tuesday from 10 am until the hour of service. Manitowoc Herald times - Sun., Nov. 23, 1986 - page 21 ******** Miss Camilla Swetlik, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Swetlik was united in marriage to Edwin Chaloupka, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chaloupka yesterday morning at the Melnik Presbyterian Church by Rev. Junek. Miss Alvina Shestak was the maid of honor with Miss Shedivy as the bridesmaid; the groom’s attendants were Charles Swetlik, best man and Cyril Wachtal as the other attendant. A reception and dinner for relatives and friends was held at the bride’s home and after July 4, the couple will reside at a farm near Gibson. Manitowoc Herald News - June 26, 1930 - page 8 ******** (b. 1 Jul 1907/d. Nov 1986/SSDI/Camilla (Swetlik)



CHARLES TRNKA (on Chaloupka Lot) (From the correspondent in Mishicott, Tuesday, 10 Sep.) A very sad accident occurred in Town Gibson Fri. morning involving the 5-yr. old son of Mr. T. Coloupky (should be Chaloupka) on the latter's farm. The threshing machine was in use and neighbor R. Krumforst started to drive the full wagon to the granary, unaware that the child was standing under the rear wheel. The wheel passed over his body. Dr. Karnopp was called but the child had died. The funeral was held Sun. in the Francis Creek Cemetery. Der Nord Westen, 12 Sep. 1901 ******** Melnik: Chas. Firnka(sic), a 7-year-old boy who was run over with a wagon was buried Sunday at Melnik cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, September 12, 1901 pg. 8 ******* (The footstone on the Chaloupka lot is for Charles Trnka. He was the son of James Trnka and Anna Shedivy Trnka (divorced). Thomas Chaloupka had the body exhumed and placed on the Chaloupka lot after he married Anna Shediva Trnka Chaloupka. **Information contributed by grandaughter of Thomas and Anna Chaloupka.) ******** Charley Truka [Trnka] birth: 31 October 1895 Kossuth, Wis. death: 6 September 1901 Gibson, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Gibson residence: 1901 Gibson, Wis. father: Joseph Truka mother: Annie Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


EDWIN CHALOUPKA Edwin Chaloubka (sic), 70, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers died early Saturday Morning at Two Rivers, Municipal Hospital. Funeral Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Charles Freuden will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Chaloubka was born Nov. 24, 1904 in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Thomas and Anna Shedivy Chaloubka. He married Camilla Swetlik June 25, 1930, at Melnik Presbyterian Church. He was a lifetime area farmer. Survivors include his wife, two daughters, a half-brother, Adolph Chaloubka, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers and six grandchildren. A sister, a half-brother and two half-sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot after 4 p.m. Monday. ******** (son of Thomas and Anna (Shedivy) Chaloupka)


EMMA CHALOUPKA MANITOWOC GIRL DIES IN ILLINOIS, BURIAL Mrs. Arnold Mueller, wife of Dr. Arnold Mueller of McHenry, Ill., and a former Larabee girl died in that city after a brief illness and the body accompanied by the husband, was brought here Saturday and taken to Larrabee for burial. Mrs. Mueller, nee Emma Chaloupka, was 25 years of age and married Dr. Mueller three years ago when the two were residents here. Dr. Mueller being a son of Fred Mueller, Western Ave. The couple had made their home at McHenry since marriage. Dr. Mueller being located in practice in that city. Besides her husband, Mrs. Mueller is survived by her parents and brothers and sisters. The funeral was held at Larrabee today. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, November 18, 1912 P. 4 ******** (Daughter of Thomas and Mary (Urban) Chaloupka)


LEE ALAN CHALOUPKA Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Melnik Presbyterian Church for the two-day old infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Alan Chaloupka, of Denmark, who died at Two Rivers Municipal Hosptial Tuesday morning. Burial was in the adjoining church cemetery. The infant's mother is the former Kathleen Schroeder, Rt. 2, Two Rivers. Besides his parents he leaves a sister, Lynn, a year and half old, his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Schroeder, Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and his paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Chaloupka, Rt. 2, Two Rivers. The funeral arrangements were handled by the Specht Funeral Home of Mishicot. Manitowoc Herald Tiems, Wednesday, November 25, 1953 P. 31


LESLIE "LES" J. CHALOUPKA U.S. Veteran Leslie J. Chaloupka, 84, of 122 Fanna Street, Fond du Lac, died Thursday, August 23, 2007, at Hospice Home of Hope. He was born a son of Adolph J. and Mildred Strouf Chaloupka on September 26, 1922 in Manitowoc County. Leslie married on June 5, 1948 at First Presbyterian Church, Oshkosh. He was a graduate of Mishicot High School Class of 1939. He attended Manitowoc County Normal School, graduating in 1941. Les taught at Lakeside School, a rural one room school, in Manitowoc County prior to serving in the U.S. Army 252nd Field Artillery Battalion from 1943-1946. He served in the European Theater of Operation. Les returned to Oshkosh Teacher's College earning a Bachelor of Science Degree. He also earned a Masters Degree from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Les taught school for seven years at Lincoln and McKinley Schools, Fond du Lac, and also five years in Racine. He was the principal at Washington, Fahey, and Chegwin Elementary Schools from 1960-1984 until his retirement. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Fond du Lac, where he served as an Elder, Deacon, and choir member. He also served as Clerk of Session and was a representative to Winnebago Presbytery. Les was a member of the National Education Association, Wisconsin Education Association, Wisconsin Elementary Principals Association, and Fond du Lac Noon Kiwanis Club. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, three children; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren: a brother. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters: Joan Alioto and Elaine LaViolette. A memorial service will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 25, 2007, at First Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Barbara Carmichael officiating. Private burial will take place in Melnik Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Melnik, Wisconsin. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established. Mach Funeral Chapel & Crematory is serving the family. Fond du Lac Reporter Aug 24, 2007


MILDRED CHALOUPKA Mrs. Adolph Chaloupka, 80, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died late Sunday at Holy Family Extended Care Facility, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Wednesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. Melnik. The Rev. Charles Freuden will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Mrs. Chaloupka, nee Mildred Strouf, was born Oct. 27, 1894 in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late Wencel and Anna Peck Strouf. She was married to Adolph Chaloupka Nov. 5, 1920. He preceded her in death Feb. 3, 1975. She was a member of the Melnik Presbyterian Church, Larabee Homemakers and Western Bohemia Fraternal Life Assn. Survivors include two sons, Leslie of Fond do Lac and Allan of Denmark; two daughters, Mrs. Carl (Elaine) LaViolette of Manitowoc and Mrs. Joan Alioto, of Larabee; a brother, Edwin of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; 20 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A daughter and a sister preceded her in death. Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 4 pm Tuesday until 11 am Wednesday and at the church from noon until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times - Mon., Mar. 17, 1975 - page 3 ******** Mrs. Adoph Chaloupka, 80, Route 2, Two Rivers, passed away at a Manitowoc extended care facility. She was born October 27, 1894 in the Town of Gibson, to the late Wencel and Anna Pech Strouf and married Mr. Chaloupka November 5, 1920. Her husband preceded her in death February 3, 1975. She is survived by two sons, Leslie of Fond du Lac and Allan of Denmark; two daughters, Mrs. Carl (Elaine) LaViolette of Manitowoc and Mrs. Joan Alioto of Larrabee; a brother, Edwin of Route 2, Two Rivers; 20 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A daughter and a sister preceded her in death. Funeral rites were held Wednesday afternoon at the Melnik Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Charles Freuden officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Denmark Press - Thurs., Mar. 20, 1975 - page 7 ******** ORDER LIMITING TIME FOR FILING CLAIMS (ON WAIVER) AND DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP STATE OF WISCONSIN MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT PROBATE BRANCH In the Matter of the Estate of MILDRED M. CHALOUPKA, Deceased. A petition for administration of the estate and determination of heirship of Mildred M. Chaloupka, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, post office address Route 2, Two Rivers, Wis., having been filed: IT IS ORDERED THAT: 1. Creditor's claims must be filed on or before June 30, 1975, or be barred; 2. Heirship will be determined and claims will be examined and adjusted on July 1, 1975, at the Manitowoc County Courthouse, in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, on July 1, 1975, at the opening of Court or thereafter. Dated March 16, 1975 By the Court, Leon H. Jones, County Judge. Schmitz & Schmitz, Attorneys Manitowoc, Wis. March 22, 29 & April 5, 1975 Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Saturday, April 5, 1975 pg. 15 ******** (Mildred M. (Strouf)/b. 27 Oct 1894/d. Mar 1975)


THOMAS CHALOUPKA T. Chaloupka Dies at Farm Home in Gibson Pioneer of county who Lived in Gibson 65 Years Dies Thomas Chaloupka, 78, a pioneer resident of Manitowoc county, who lived in the vicinity of the town of Gibson for 65 years, died in the township of Gibson yesterday. Death was due to complications attendant upon advancing age. Born in Bohemia on December 15, 1959, Chaloupka came to this country and directly to Wisconsin when 13 years of age. For many years he engaged in farming, retiring several years ago to come to the residence where he resided until his death. A first wife whom he married over 50 years ago, died a number of years ago and in 1898 he married Anna Shedivy who with four children: Mrs Willard Mott, Mrs. Sam Mott, Gibson, Edwin on the home farm, and Adolph of Larrabee, a brother Joseph of Mishicot, 28 grandchildren and five great grandchildren survive him. The body is at the Specht funeral home at Mishicot and will be removed to the home tomorrow. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Saturday from the Presbyterian church at Melnik, Rev. Junek officiating. The Two Rivers Reporter, August 26, 1937 ******** (Son of John and Mary Chaloupka/Thomas's first wife is buried in Mishicot Cemetery #63)


VACLAV CHALOUPKA Notes From Melnik: Last Saturday many from here attended the funeral of the late James Chaloupka who died at his home in the vicinity of Larrabee, at the age of 23 years. Although his death was expected it was a great blow to his family and friends for he was well liked by all. He is survived by his father and two sisters. Interment took place at the Melnik Presbyterian cemetery. The funeral was largely attended. We sympathize with the afflicted family in their sad bereavement. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, September 15, 1910 pg. 8 ******** (son of Thomas and Mary (Urban) Chaloupka/also known as James Chaloupka)



CHESTER DOLEZAL Chester J. Dolezal, 50, of 719 Jay St., Manitowoc, died Thursday, Feb. 7, at St. Mary Burn Center, Milwaukee. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Saturday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Steven Miles will officiate, cremation will follow and burial will be in Melnik Cemetery at Melnik. Mr. Dolezal was born Feb. 20, 1929, at Milwaukee, son of the late Joseph and Anna Gruber Dolezal. He attended school at Milwaukee and Manitowoc. He had been employed with the former Eastman Manufactruing Company and until 1978 with Holiday House of Manitowoc. Survivors include a brother and sister-in-law, Walter and Laverne Dolezal, and a sister and brother-in-law, Mildred and Edward Meyer of Manitowoc. A sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home Saturday before the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, February 8, 1980 P.3 ******** (11 Feb. 1929/Feb. 1980/SSDI)


JOHN DOLEZAL John Dolezal, a pioneer resident of Francis Creek who had lived to attain the age of 80 years, died at his home there this morning. The funeral will be held at Melnik Wednesday. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, April 14, 1902, Page 1 ******** From Der Nord Westen, 17 Apr. 1902: Death from old age debility on Mon. in Francis Creek of 80-yr. old John Dolezal. The funeral was held yesterday in Melnick.


MARIE DOLEZAL Mary Powlish Dolezal birth: 14 September 1865 Kossuth, Manitowoc Co. death: 14 April 1902 Kossuth, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Gibson, Manitowoc Co. residence: 1902 Kossuth, Manitowoc Co. father: Frank Powlish mother: Anna spouse: John Dolezal Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


ELLA DOUBEK MRS. DOUBEK DIES TUESDAY Funeral Services to Be Held Friday At Melnik Mrs. Joseph Doubek, 36, nee Ella Hagenow, route 1, Two Rivers, died at 2:50 yesterday afternoon at the Two Rivers municipal hospital. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at two o'clock from the home and at 2:30 from the Melnik Presbyterian church. Burial will be made in the church cemetery. Mrs. Doubek had been a patient at the hospital since Saturday when she was taken there for an operation. She was born August 6, 1900 in the town of Kossuth, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hagenow, who survive her. She was married to Joseph Doubek February 16, 1919. She was a member of the Melnik Presbyterian church and the Ladies Aid Martha(sic). Survivors include her widower, her parents, one daughter, Helen; four brothers and three sisters. The body will be taken to the home Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, October 21, 1936 p.2


JOSEPH DOUBEK Joseph Doubek, 83, a former Manitowoc resident, died Monday morning at Fair Hills Home, Rosecrans. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville. The Rev. Francis Kerscher will officiate and burial will be in Melnik Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Mr. Doubek was born Dec. 23, 1887, at Greenstreet, Manitowoc County, son of the late Wencel and Mary Swetlik Doubek. He served in the U.S. Army in World War II(sic) for two years. He married Mathilda Skarivoda in 1911. She and an infant son died in 1913. He then married Ella Hagenow Feb. 16, 1919. She preceded him in death in 1936. Mr. Doubek was a blacksmith at Fisherville for many years. Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Frank J. Sleger, of Greenstreet and twin sister, Mrs. John A Shimanek of Manitowoc, a grandchild, two great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. A daughter and two brothers preceded him death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 o'clock this Tuesday evening until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, November 9, 1971 ********* Note: I think they got the war wrong. It should have been WWI because if he served in 1941 he would have been 54 years old. I think this next article is this Joseph Doubek. Also the first wife and child are in cem. #34 ********* On the same train was Private Joseph Doubek of Maribel, who also had his discharge. He had been stationed at Camp Lee, Va. and was in the “suicide squad” or machine gun company. He has seen eighteen months service in the U.S. but was denied the trip across. He was in one of the first draft contingents to leave this city. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, February 20, 1919 Page 6 (Note: This article was about more than one soldier/it has been split and the other parts are put with the relevant soldier) ******** Notes from Fischerville Mr. Joe Doubek and Mrs. Ella Rosek, both of this place, were married at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hagenow on Monday, Feb. 16 at 4 pm. Justice of the Peace, W. H. Spencer, tied the nuptial knot. The wedding was a simple affair only immediate relatives being invited. A good time was had by all. They all departed for their homes in the wee small hours of the morning. We wish them happiness and prosperity. They will make their home in the village where the bride owns a hours and blacksmith shop since the death of her husband who left the property in her hands. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Feb. 19, 1920


BARBORA DUSEK DUSHEK, Mrs. Barbara--age 91. 427 N. 4th St. Died Wednesday, April 20. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Melnik Presbyterian Church. Rev. Yarslov Vraney will officiate. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from 3 p.m. until 10 a.m. Saturday when it will be removed to the church to lie in state until the hour of services. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Friday, May 2, 1947 pg. 12


JAN DUSEK FATAL ACCIDENT A farmer named Wencel Doushek whose home was in the northern portion of the county, was killed at the Town Line railroad crossing on the line between this city and Manitowoc last Thursday evening. He was near the crossing on his way home when the evening train for this place came along and his horses became frightened. They whirled around suddenly and he was thrown from his wagon, which was loaded with lumber, one of the wheels passing over his head and killing him instantly. The accident was witnessed by the train men and the train was stopped, but he was dead when those who had started for his relief arrived. Brakeman Cone was left in charge of the body and when the train arrived here the coroner at Manitowoc was notified of the accident. Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., July 23, 1895 ****** From the files of the Pilot – Twenty-Five Years Ago – 1895 John Dushek of Gibson was killed on Thursday evening while on his way home from the city. He had purchased a load of timber which he was taking home. When near the railroad track on the Townline road, a train passed and his team became frightened. They turned around suddenly and he was thrown from the wagon. One of the wheels passed over his head and crushed his skull. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., July 22, 1920 ******** John Dusek Wisconsin, Death Records Name John Dusek Event Type Death Event Date 1895 Event Place Manitowoc County, Wisconsin Residence Place Melnik, Manitowoc County, Gender Male Age 52 Marital Status Married Race W Occupation Farmer Birth Date 1843 Birth Year (Estimated) 1843 Birthplace Vicapard No7, Bohemia Burial Place Melnik, Gibson County, Wisconsin Father's Name Vaclart Dusek Father's Birthplace Bohemia Mother's Name Katerina Dusek Mother's Birthplace Bohemia Spouse's Name Barbara Titrin "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907" ******** John Dusek Wisconsin Deaths and Burials Name John Dusek Gender Male Burial Place Gibson County, Wisconsin Death Date 18 Jul 1895 Death Place Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Age 52 Birth Date 1843 Birthplace Bohemia Occupation Farmer Race White Marital Status Married Spouse's Name Barbara Titriv Father's Name Vaclav Dusek Father's Birthplace Bohemia Mother's Name Katerina Mother's Birthplace Bohemia "Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968" ******** John Dusik Wisconsin Death Index Name John Dusik Event Type Death Event Date 18 Jul 1895 Event Place Manitowoc, Wisconsin Page 0454 "Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907"


CAMILLE DUSHEK Camille J. Kushek, 68, of Melnik, Route 1, Whitelaw, died Friday morning, Feb. 15, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik. The Rev. Gregory Meyer will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Dushek was born May 15, 1911, at Melnik, son of the late Miloslav and Caroline Schenian Dushek. He attended Melnik Grade School and farmed in the Town of Gibson. He was also employed with Mirro Corporation in Manitowoc until his retirement. He was a member of Melnik Prebyterian Church, former elder of the church, and a member of Melnik Fish and Game Club, Manitowoc Historical Society and W.F.L.A. Lodge No. 20 of Melnik. Survivors include a brother, Zdenek of Manitowoc and two sisters, Mrs. Edwin (Vera) Strouf of Route 2, Two Rivers and Mrs. Herbert (Irene) Messman of Two Rivers and seven nieces and nephews. His paretns and a sister, Yarmilla, preceded him in deth. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, after 4 p.m. Sunday and at the church from noon Monday until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, February 15, 1980 P.3 ******** (15 May 1911/Feb. 1980/from SSDI)


CAROLINE DUSHEK Dushek Rites Held at Melnik Funeral services were held Saturday at Melnik Presbyterian Church for Mrs. Miloslov Dushek, 82, of Route 2, Two Rivers, with the Rev. Milos Strupl officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Mrs. Dushek died early Wednesday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient since November 15. The former Caroline Schenian was born December 4, 1880 in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late Stephen and Catherine Steeber Schenian. She was married to Mr. Dushek on November 25, 1902, in the Town of Gibson, where they farmed all their married life. Her husband died July 18, 1957. She has been living at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edwin Strouf, for the past one and a half years. Survivors are two sons, Zdenek, Manitowoc; Camille, Melnik; three daughters, Mrs. Yarmilla Krizan, Manitowoc; Mrs. Edwin Strouf, Mrs. Herbert Messman, rural Two Rivers; four brothers, Henry and Emil, Manitowoc; Adolph, Francis Creek; Reuben, Melnik; two sisters, Mrs. Joseph Ponschock, Milwaukee; Mrs. Lillian Scheuer, Mishicot; 8 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren. The Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, was in charge of arrangements. Denmark Press - Thursday, Dec. 5, 1963 - page 4


MILOSLAW DUSHEK M. Dushek Rites Held Wednesday Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon for Milo Dushek at the Melnik Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Harold W. Bowman of Manitowoc, officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Mr. Dushek died late Saturday evening at his home in Melnik. The deceased was born in Bohemia in 1880 and came to this country with his parents when a young boy. He was a 57 year member of the ZCBJ Lodge No. 20 and was affiliated with many other organizations and served on numerous boards. He is survived by his wife, two sons, three daughters and several grandchildren. Denmark Press - Thurs., July 18, 1957 - page 8


OLIVE DUSHEK Mrs. Olive G. Dushek, age 79, formerly of 947 N. 5th St,. Manitowoc, who was currently residing at 1908A Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening, September 29, 1992, at the Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, October 2, 1992, at the Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik The Rev. Karen M. Doty officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Born Olive Grace Courchaine on June 4, 1913, in Gibson, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Joseph and Louisa Filliez Courchaine. She married Zdenek J. Dushek on December 29, 1931, at Humbird, Wis. He preceded her in death on May 3, 2992 Mrs. Dushek has been employed by the McNeil Shoe Store unti her retirement. She was a life long member of the Melnik Presbyterian Congregation and a member of the Manitowoc Senior Citizens. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Allen Peterman, Manitowoc; a son and daughter-in-law, Ronald and Joann Dushek, Lebanon, Tenn.; one sister and brother-in-law, Agnes and Clem Michels, Appleton; a brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Elaine Courchaine, Wisconsin Dells, Wis.; eight grandchildren, Lisa, James, Lori, Brenda, Brian, Robert, John and Dean; three great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Peter and John, and one sister, Mabel O’Leary. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4-9 p.m. on Thursday, and at the Church from 10:30 am. On Friday until the time of services. Herald Times Reporter, September 30, 1992 P. A2 ******** (4 June 1913/Sept. 1992/from SSDI)


VINCENT DUSHEK Melnik-Brockville news: …Word has been received here by relatives and friends announcing that Vincent J. Dushek, a young man of this place, has been named as one of twelve Wisconsin men who have been recommended by Gen. Pershing, commander of American forces over seas, for a commission. Mr. Dushek, who is the son of Mrs. Barbara Dushek, a widowed mother at this place and a brother of Milos Dushek of the second district exemption board, is commissioned a first lieutenant in the aviation corps. Lieut. Dushek is a graduate from the Crane Manual Training high school and University of Illinois at Urbana, Ill. His first instructions as an aviator were received at Champaign, Ill., and is now flying on the Italian front. We are all very glad to hear of Mr. Dushek’s commission and it is our earnest hope that good luck will be with him, and that he will return safely… Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, June 26, 1918 P. 4 ******** MARIBEL BOY GIVEN COMMISSION BY GEN. PERSHING Vincent Dushek Commission a First Lieutenant in Aviation Corps Overseas Vincent J. Dushek, a Maribel man, is named as one of twelve Wisconsin men who have been recommended by Gen. Pershing, commander of American forces over seas, for a commission. Elmer W. Leucker, of Brillion, is also included in the list announced by the war department today. Dushek, who is the son of a widowed mother at Maribel, and brother of M. Dushek, of the Second district exemption board, is commissioned a first lieutenant in the aviation corp, and Leucker is recommended for commission as a second lieutenant. Both are named in the non-flying aviation corp but will be transferred to the flying corps as soon as they have qualified. Lieut. Dushek is a graduate of the University of Chicago and enlisted in the aviation corps at Chicago last fall and was sent to Kelley’s Field, Texas, for training and later crossed over seas. All of the 100 men named by General Pershing for commissions have been stationed at British, French and Italian aviation camps. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, June 18, 1918 P. 4 ********* AROUND THE STATE … Aviator Killed MANITOWOC—Messages received here today announced the death of Vincent Dushek, a Maribel boy attached to the aviation corps in France. The letter said that Dushek had been killed when his plane went to the assistance of a fellow aviator who was in trouble with two German planes… Janesville Daily Gazette, Tuesday, December 3, 1918 P. 4 ******** Lieut. Vincent Duchek (sic), a Manitowoc boy attached to the American Aviation cors (sic), was killed in France on October 16 according to notice received by his mother, Mrs. Barbara Dushek of this city last Friday. Lieut. Dushek's death was brought about through his efforts to aid a companion who had been set upon by enemy planes in returning from a trip made by the aviators. Lieut. Dushek enlisted in the aviation corps at Chicago in June, 1917. He attended the officer's training camp at Ft. Sheridan and had been in active service in France for several months previous to his death. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, December 5, 1918 P. 1 ******** Notes from Melnik-Brockville The sad news was received here last week that Lieut. Vincent J. Dusek, a local boy attached to the American Aviation Corps was killed in France on Oct. 16, according to notice received here by his brother, Miloslav. Lieut. Dushek's death was brought about through his efforts to aid a companion who had been set upon by enemy planes in returning from a trip made by the aviators. Lieut. Dushek enlisted in the aviation corps at Chicago in June, 1917. He attended the officer's training camp at Fort Sheridan and had been in active service in Italy and France for several months previous to his death. He was a popular young man, aged about 27 years and leaves to mourn him a mother, Mrs. Barbara Dusek of Manitowoc, one brother, Miloslav Dusek of this place and three sisters, Beatrice at the Maple Crest Sanitarium, Mrs. Joseph Houda of Chicago and Mrs. Loffler also of Chicago. The correspondent and many friends tender their sympathies to the bereaved family. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Dec. 19, 1918 ******** BODY OF LIEUT. DUSHEK ENROUTE FROM OVERSEAS Messages received by Mrs. Barbara Dushek, 627 N. Fourth street, yesterday annonced the arrival in New York from overseas of the body of her son, Lieut. Vincent J. Dushek, who lost his life while serving as an aviator in the signal corps of the American army in France. Mrs.Dushek requested shipment of the body here at once and it is expected that it will arrive early next week, at latest. Lieut. Dushek lost his life in the falling of his plane while in flight on duty. The family formerly resided at Maribel. Lieut. Dushek was a volunteer in the service. Upon arriaval of the body here funeral services will be held from the home at 627 N. Fourth street and the remains will then be taken to Melnik burial. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, November 4, 1920 P. 1 ******** HERO IN FINAL RESTING PLACE The body of Lieut. Vincent Dushek arrived home from overseas Saturday under escort from Chicago of Sergt. Cabert of Great Lakes Station. The body was taken to the home of the officer’s mother on North Fourth Street. Funeral services were held Monday in charge of Guy Drews Post of the American Legion. The interment was at Melnik, the funeral being conducted with full military honors. A firing squad from the Two Rivers post gave the salute. Lieut. Dushek was killed when his plane fell while he was on scouting duty over the firing lines in France just prior to armistice. He was 23 years of age. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Barbara Dushek, a brother, Miloslav of Gibson and three sisters, Mrs. Houder and Mrs. Leffler of Chicago and Miss Beatrice of Manitowoc. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Nov. 18, 1920


ZDENEK DUSHEK Zdenek J. Dushek, 81, of 947 N. 5th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning, May u, 1991, at St. Mary’s Home For The Aged, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 4, at Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik. Rev. Karen M. Doty presiding with burial at Melnik Church Cemetery. He was born April 16, 1910, in Melnik, Wis., son of the late Milo and Carrie Dushek. He married Olive G. Courchaine December 29, 1931, in Humbird, Wis. Mr. Dushek was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the Class of 1928. He continued his education at Manitowoc County Normal, graduating with the Class of 1929. He pursued his education at both Stevens Point and Oshkosh Campuses. He taught in Manitowoc County at various schools for 15 years. He then was employed at Erdmann Ford Company as Parts Manager for 15 years. Mr. Dushek then continued his employment at Consumer Steel and Die Company, Manitowoc, retiring in 1973. Survivors include his wife, Olive of Manitowoc; a son and daughter-in-laws (sic), Ronald and Joann Dushek of Tennessee; a daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Allen Peterman of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Herbert (Irene) Messman of Two Rivers; eight grandchildren, Lisa, James, Lori, Brenda, Brian, Robert, John and Dean; three great grandchildren; nieces; nephews; other relative and friends. He was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and at the church Saturday morning from 10:30 a.m. until the time of services. Herald Times Reporter, May 2, 1991 P. B9



BLAZENA DUSKOVA Miss Louchek(sic) Dies On Her Birthday Miss Beatrice Douchek died at her home 627 N. Fourth street early today after a lingering illness of several years. Miss Douchek's death occurred on the date of her 39th birth anniversary, she having been born in Bohemia Feb. 18, 1882. She is survived by her mother whom she made her home, two sisters, Mrs. J. Houda and Mrs. Wm. Boeffler, both of Chicago and a brother Milo at Cooperstown. The funeral will be held from the home Saturday morning and the body will be taken to Melnik where services will be held at the Presbyterian church, with interment there. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, February 18, 1921 P. 1 ******** Manitowoc news: Miss Beatrice Dushek, 627 North 4th street, passed away last week at her home at the age of 39 years. She is survived by her mother, two sisters and a brother. Tri-County Record, Kiel Thursday, February 24, 1921 pg. 4


ADELA FINKOUST The Zeman family attended the funeral of Mrs. Fingoust at Melnik last Tuesday Manitowoc Daily Herald - Tuesday, July 9, 1918 - page 4


ADOLPH M. GRAYCAREK Gibson Farmer Found Dead Adolph Graycarek, 50, Town of Gibson farming living on Star Route, Denmark, was found dead in bed early Monday by a sister, Mrs. Hugo Rezek who came to investigate why the farm chores had not been done the night before. Graycarek was a bachelor who lived alone since the death of his brother, William in 1950. Coroner Dr. Theodore Teitgen said that death was due to a heart attack. Graycarek was born July 14, 1909 on the homestead farm, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Graycarek. He began helping his brother operate the farm in 1940 and after his brother’s death nine years ago, took over the operation. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Hugo Rezek, Star Route, Denmark and three nieces and a nephew. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Knutson Funeral Home, Denmark. Burial will be in Melnik Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times - Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1960 - page 2



ALMA GRAYCAREK Mrs. Fred Graycarek, 77, of the Village of Larrabee, died unexpectedly early Tuesday morning at Manitowoc County Hospital. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Charles Freuden officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Graycarek, nee Alma Olsen, was born Sept. 2, 1893, in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Olsen. She was married Jan. 24, 1918, at Manitowoc, to Fred Graycarek, after which the couple took up residence in Larrabee. Her husband has been a long time dealer in small garden tractors at Larrabee. She was a member of Melnik Presbyterian Church and the Larrabee Homemakers. Besides her husband, she leaves a son, Melvin of Larrabee; a sister, Mrs. Lena Bruechert of Manitowoc; four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Friends may call at the Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 3 p.m. Tuesday until noon Wednesday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in state until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, October 7, 1969 P. 9


ANNA GRAYCAREK Mrs. Anna Graycarek, 86, of 1131 Harbor St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday, April 5, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik. The Rev. James Thomson will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Graycarek, nee Anna Skarda, was born Sept. 1, 1895, at La Farge, Wis., daughter of the late Joseph and Bessie Swiner Skarda. She had resided in Two Rivers since her marriage to Joseph Graycarek Jan. 9, 1917. Mr. Graycarek preceded her in death Sept. 5, 1950. She was a member of Two Rivers Senior Citizens. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Norman (Evelyn) Gauthier and Mrs. Wallace (Gladys) Welk of Two Rivers and Mrs. Henry (Alice) Nehls Jr. of Beaver Dam; a brother, Ed. Skarda of Viola, Wis.; six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Three brothers and five sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3:30 p.m. Thursday and at the church from 10:30 a.m. Friday until the time of service. The Senior Citizens will have a memorial service at the funeral home at 6 p.m. Thursday. Herald Times Reporter, April 6, 1983 P. 3 ******** (b. 1 Sep 1896/d. Apr 1983/SSDI)



ANTONIA GRAYCAREK Mrs. John Graycarek, 56, lifelong resident of the county, died early today at the Two Rivers hospital. She had been ill 10 days. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m., from the Knutson funeral home in Denmark, and at two o’clock from the Melnik Presbyterian church. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mrs. Graycarek, nee Antonio (sic) Kraska, was born in Franklin in 1883 and in 1904 was married to John Graycarek. They located on a farm in Gibson. Mr. Graycarek died 16 years ago, since which time the farm has been operated by Mrs. Graycarek and her sons. She was a member of the Melnik lodge of the Z. C. B. J. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Hugo Rezek, of Gibson; two sons, William and Adolph of Gibson; and a grandchild. The body may be viewed at the funeral home in Denmark. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, April 20, 1940 P. 4 ******* (Note: Birth year is 1 year off from tombstone)


FRED GRAYCAREK Fred Graycarek, 86, lf Larabee, Route 2, Two Rivers, died unexpectedly Sunday afternoon, July 12, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot. The Rev. James Thomson will officiate and burial will be in Melnik Presbyterian Cemetery, Melnik. Mr. Graycarek was born Feb. 4, 1895, at Zanders, son of the late John and Rosalie Graycarek. He married Alma Olsen Jan. 24, 1918, at Manitowoc. She preceded him in death in 1969. Mr. Graycarek was owner and operator of Graycarek and Sons Lawn and garden Shop for over 60 years. He was a veteran of World War I. Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Lucy Graycarek of Route 2, Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. John Lodl of Route 1, Maribel; two grandsons, Gerald of Mishicot and Thomas of Route 2, Two Rivers; two granddaughters, Mrs. James (Carol) Cookle of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Gary (Diane) Garrigan of Sheboygan; and six great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, three brothers and a sister. Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 4 p.m. Tuesday. Herald Times Reporter, July 1, 1981 P. 3 ******** (b. 4 Feb. 1895/d. July 1981/SSDI)



JOHN GRAYCAREK …The failure of John Graycarek to return to his farm home a mile and a half west of Zander, Manitowoc county, Tuesday night, after he had left shortly after 6 o’clock was explained Wednesday morning when his lifeless body was found hanging from a tree in the orchard at the farm. No cause for the man’s action is given and no reason can be assigned as he was not in financial difficulties, was in fair health and as far as known had not had any trouble. The matter was reported to Coroner W. G. Kemper who said that no inquest would be ordered. John Graycarek was about fifty years old and is survived by his widow and three children, two sons and a daughter. The children are fourteen, sixteen and eighteen years old, respectively. Sheboygan Press, Thursday, December 6, 1923 P. 8 ********* Rural News - Curran: John Graycarek of Zander committed suicide by hanging himself in the orchard at his farm. He is survived by his widow and three children. On Tuesday he had been at Denmark with a load of grain and returned home at 4 o’clock in the afternoon. He had supper with his family and after the meal left the house. A search was made for him during the evening but he could not be located and it was thought he had gone to visit at a neighbor’s. The next morning member of the family found his lifeless body hanging from a tree in the orchard. The funeral was held this morning at Melnik… Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, December 8, 1923 P. 6 ******** Zander news: The funeral of the late John Graycarek, who committed suicide by hanging was held at Melnik Saturday forenoon. He is survived by his wife and three children, William, Helen and Adolph… Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, December 12, 1923 P. 8


JOSEPH GRAYCAREK Funeral services for Joseph Graycarek, 69, of 1131 Harbor street, Two Rivers, who died Tuesday at American hospital in Chicago where he had been a patient for a month, will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Melnik Presbyterian church. Mr. Graycarek was born in Gibson in 1880, a son of the late John and Rose Spevacek Graycarek. Until he was 21 he assisted his parents on the homestead farm and then acquired one of his own. Retiring from farming nearly 35 years ago he took up the trade of a mason, working in Two Rivers and Manitowoc. For the past 33 years he resided in Two Rivers. Surviving are his widow, the former Anna Skarda of La Farge, Vernon county, Wis., whom he married in 1917; four daughters, Lucy of Milwaukee, Mrs. Evelyn Gauthier, Two Rivers, Mrs. Gladys Welk, of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Alice La Grange, of Two Rivers; and a son, Ernest Graycarek of Manitowoc; a brother, Fred, and a sister, Mrs. John Lodl, both of Larrabee. There are four grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the Klein & Stangel, Inc. funeral home, Two Rivers, from Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock until 1:15 Friday afternoon where brief services will be held before being taken to Melnik. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery at Melnik. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, September 6, 1950 P. 14


LUCY A. GRAYCAREK Lucy A. Graycarek, age 98, former Mishicot resident, entered into eternal rest Sunday morning, November 20, 2016 at the Meadow View Assisted Living facility, formerly Harmony of Two Rivers. Lucy was born December 13, 1917 in Mishicot to the late Joseph and Julia Rouiller Brouchoud and has been a lifelong area resident. She was a 1936 graduate of the Mishicot High School. Lucy married Melvin "Butch" Graycarek on June 1, 1940 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot; he preceded her in death on March 16, 1980. Lucy assisted in the operation of the family business Graycarek & Son Lawn and Garden in Larrabee for many years. She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, and an Honorary Member of the Altar Society of the church. She enjoyed bowling for over 30 years, and serving as a volunteer for the Meals on Wheels Program, and playing Sheepshead. She also enjoyed attending family functions and loved spending time with her family. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law: Carol and Jim Cookle, of Manitowoc, Diane and Gary Garrigan, of Sheboygan, one son and two daughters-in-law: Tom "Bomber" and Kathy Graycarek, of Larrabee, Jan Graycarek, of Mishicot, 7 grandchildren: Wendy (Doug) Novak, Rick (Karen) Graycarek, Traci (Curt) Weis, Jean (Rich) Rothmund, David Cookle and his special friend, Amanda Reis, Neil Garrigan, Jason (Mindi) Garrigan, 14 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandson. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was also preceded in death by one son: Jerry Graycarek, and by three brothers: Lester, Bernard, and Mark Brouchoud. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 25, 2016 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, with the Reverend John Becker officiating, with burial to follow in the Melnik Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Melnik. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter November 22, 2016



MELVIN D. GRAYCAREK Melvin (Butch) Graycarek, 62, of Larrabee, Route 2, Two Rivers, died Sunday evening, March 16, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik. The Rev. Roland Kirk will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Graycarek was born Feb. 28, 1918, in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, son of Fred Graycarek and the late Alma Olsen Graycarek. He married Lucy Brouchoud June 1, 1940, at Mishicot. He had been employed at Manitowoc Shibuilding (sic) Inc. and also associated with Graycarek and Son Lawn and Garden Shop. Survivors include his wife, two sons, Gerald of Mishicot and Thomas at home; two daughters, Mrs. James (Carol) Cookie of Manitowoc and Mrs. Gary (Diane) Garrigan of Sheboygan; his father, Fred Graycarek of Larrabee and six grandchildren. Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 4 p.m. Tuesday and at the church from noon Wednesday until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, March 17, 1980 P.3 (28 Feb. 1918/Mar. 1980/SSDI)


WILLIAM J. GRAYCAREK WM GRAYCAREK, TOWN OF GIBSON FARMER DIES William Graycarek, 45, Star Route, Denmark, Town of Gibson, died suddenly Friday at St. Mary’s Hospital in Green Bay. He had been ill since Sunday. Funeral services were held at 2 o’clock Monday at the Knutson funeral home in Denmark, the Rev. C.H. Phipps D.D. of Manitowoc officiating. Burial was in the Melnik Presbyterian Church cemetery. Mr. Graycarek was born in 1906 in Gibson and was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Graycarek and he worked on the homestead farm. He never married. Survivors are a brother, Adolph on the home farm; a sister, Mrs. Hugo Rezek of Denmark Star route; three nieces and one nephew. Mr. Graycarek was a member of the ZCBJ Lodge. Denmark Press - Thurs., Jan. 18, 1950 - page 1 *Note: Transcription dates and obit dates don't match.



JOHAN GREJCAREK Many from here attended the funeral of the late John Graycarek, aged 67 years. The funeral was held from the late home near Larrabee last Sunday and interment was at the local Presbyterian cemetery. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, April 26, 1917, Page 5 ******** Last week, Wednesday, John Graycarek, one of our well known residents, died at his home at Zander. He was born in Bohemia but had lived here for fifty years. The deceased was 66 years old. He leaves to mourn his loss three sons, Anton, John and Joe, and two daughters, Blanche and Anna. His was one of the largest funerals that was ever held at the Melnik Evangelical church. A minister from Chicago rendered the last services. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, April 30, 1917, Page 4


JOAN M. GRENIER Joan Grenier, 51, of 2136 Menasha Avenue, Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning, September 27, 1988, as a result of an automobile accident Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. Rev. Karen Doty will officiate with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The former Joan Shestak was born August 4, 1937, at Melnik, daughter of the late John and Olive Wilda Shestak. She was a graduate of Mishicot High School and Milwaukee Beauty Culture School. She married Joel Grenier in 1957. Joan was employed at St. Mary’s Home as a beautician and was involved in community services. She was a member of the Expo Board and committee member of the Fairest of Fairs Program. Joan was also a member of the Manitowoc Yacht Club Auxiliary. She was active in the Girl Scout Program and a former organist and soloist at Melnik Presbyterian Church for many years. Survivors include Joel Grenier; a son, Scott; a daughter Rachelle and her fiancé, Scott Sommer, all of Manitwoc; and a special friend, Ron Hoerth. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at Melnik Presbyterian Church from 10 a.m. to the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 27, 1988 P. 11 ******** Joan Grenier, 51, Manitowoc, died Tuesday, September 27, 1988. The former Joan Shestak was born August 4, 1937 at Melnik, daughter of the late John and Olive (Wilda) Shestak. In 1957 she married Joel Grenier. Survivors include Joel Grenier; a son, Scott; a daughter, Rachelle, all of Manitowoc; Rachelle’s fiancé, Scott Summer, Denmark and a special friend, Ron Hoerth. Funeral will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Melnik Presbyterian Church with Rev. Karen Doty officiating. Saur Funeral Home, kellnersville was in charge of arrangements. Denmark - Thursday, Sept. 29, 1988



EMMA M. GRUBER Graveside services for Miss Emma Gruber, 80, who died Wednesday at the Winnebago County Hospital, Oshkosh, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Melnik Cemetery, the Rev. Milos Strupl officiating. Miss Gruber was born April 27, 1884, at Racine, daughter of the late Simon and Mary Forst Gruber. Surviving are two brothers, Dr. John Gruber, of Racine and Joseph Gruber of Antigo and several nieces and nephews. Two sisters and a brother preceded her in death. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, August 7, 1964 P. 5


HELEN GRUBER Mrs. Helen Gruber, 84, of 715 N. Fifth St., Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik. The Rev. Greg Meyer will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Mrs. Gruber, nee Helen Kubicek, was born Feb. 24, 1892 (sic), at Elma, Iowa, daughter of the late Stephen and Marie Bilik Kubicek. She was a member of the Melnik Presbyterian Church and Martha Society of the church and devotedly served the church in many ways after the death of her husband, the Rev. Joseph Teply in 1928. The couple had been married in 1917. She married Joseph Gruber April 12, 1932. He preceded her in death in 1948. Survivors include two sons, Lester Teply, of Larchmont, N.Y., and Wesley Teply, of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Karl (Helen) Kaap, of Viroqua, Wis.; a step-son, Arnold Gruber, of Shawano, five brothers, Edward, William, Wesley, Milton and Carl and a sister, Mrs. Joseph (Barbara) Shock, of Iowa, 13 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Two brothers, three sisters, two step-sons and a grandson preceded her in death. Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday until 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, when the body will be moved to the church to lie in state until the time of service. Memorials may be made to Vincent Dushek Melnik Presbyterian Church memorial fund or charity of the donor's choice. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. June 20, 1977 P. 14 ********* (Helen Gruber/24 Feb 1883/Jun 1977/SSDI) (Note: b. date on SSDI and stone don't match obituary)


JOSEPH GRUBER (d. 1923) DEATH CALLS JOSEPH GRUBER, MELNIK PIONEER Joseph Gruber, Sr., died at the family home at Melnik yesterday afternoon at 4 o’clock after a brief illness. The funeral will be held Saturday morning at 10 o’clock with services at the Melnik Presbyterian church. Mr. Gruber was born in Bohemia sixty-nine years ago and came to America with his parents when a boy. The family settled in Manitowoc county and he has made his home at Melnik practically all of his life. He is survived by his widow; two sons, Joseph J. of Larrabee and William S. of Melnik and by three daughters, Mrs. Matthew Orth and Mrs. William Gill of this city and Mrs. J. Dolezal of Milwaukee. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, September 20, 1923 P. 7


JOSEPH J. GRUBER (d. 1950) Joseph J. Gruber, 72, of 807 Huron street, Manitowoc, died at his home Thursday night following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Melnik Presbyterian church. ref. C.H. Phipps of Manitowoc and student Pastor Roland Miller will officiate. Burial will be in the adjoining church cemetery. Friends amy call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. Saturday until 10:30 a.m. Sunday when the casket will be moved to the church to lie in stat until time of services. Mr. Gruber was born in Gibson in 1878 and operated a general store in Larrabee for 22 years. He was vice president and ?? of the (can't read- distorted) State bank from the time of its organization until a year ago. He moved to Manitowoc in 1926 and was credit manager of the Clark Oil company and Clipper City Transit company until illness forced him to retire two years ago. In 1902 he married Julia Youra who died in 1926 and in 1932 he married Mrs. Helen Teply of Manitowoc. She survives with three sons Erwin and Robert Gruber of Manitowoc and Arnold Gruber of (can't read), three step children Mrs. Karl Kaap(?) of ?enn?more, Lester Teply of Madison and Wesley Teply of Manitowoc, sister Mrs. William ??? of Mar????and 16 grandchildren. Mr. Gruber served as an elder of the Melnik Presbyterian church for many years and was treasurer of the (can't read rest/distorted) Manitowoc Herald Tims, Friday, December 8, 1950 p.2 ********** GRUBER, Joseph J., 72, of 807 Huron street, Manitowoc, died at his home Thursday night. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Melnik Presbyterian church, the Rev. C.H. Phipps of Manitowoc and studen Pastor Roland Miller, officiating. Burial in adjoining church cemetery. Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, Manitowoc, Saturday and until 10:30 a.m. Sunday when the casket will be moved to the church to lie in state until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 9, 1950 p.14 ********** Melnik news: A large number of people from this place attended funeral services recently for Joseph J. Gruber, which were held at the Melnik Presbyterian church. Dr. C.H. Phipps and student pastor, Roland Miller, officiated. The deceased was born and raised on a farm in this vicinity. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, December 14, 1950 p.20 ******** Mrs. Teply Married to Joseph J. Gruber at Service in City At a quiet wedding service at the First Presbyterian church Tuesday, Mrs. Helen Teply, 857 North Fourteenth Street, was united in marriage to Joseph Gruber, 807 Huron Street. The vows were pronounced by the Rev. C. H. Phipps. Mr. and Mrs. John Lobl attended the couple. The Grubers are making their home at 807 Huron Street. Manitowoc Herald Times - Apr. 13, 1932


JULIA GRUBER CHRISTMAS JOY TURNED INTO SORROW Death Overtakes Mrs. Julia Gruber While Family Is Enroute to Celebration at Church Death turned the Christmas joys into sorrow at the Gruber home, former Larrabee residents, now living on North Eleventh street near the city limits when the Grim Messenger struck down the wife and mother of the home as the family was enroute to Melnik Christmas Eve for the celebration at the Melnik Presbyterian church where one of the sons was to take part in the program. The trip was being made by motor and the cross road where the turn to the east is made had been reached when Mrs. Gruber suffered a stroke. She was rushed to the Skubal place at Melnik and Dr. V. Kellner called. He attended the victim and while he was waiting on her received another, but remained long enough to give her first aid. Mrs. Gruber apparently was not in serious condition. Shortly after he left, she suffered a second stroke and Dr. Skwor of Mishicot was called but in spite of every effort she sank rapidly and death came early Christmas morning. The funeral will be held tomorrow, Tuesday morning with services at the Melnik Presbyterian church, the Rev. Tepley officiating and burial will be at the Melnik cemetery. Exemplifies Life’s Tragedy. The body is lying in state at the church and is an odd exemplification of the tragedy of life. In the front of the church is a large decorated Christmas tree and the entire church is in holiday attire while almost under the tree is the coffin of one who was for years active in the affairs of the congregation, taken when life would bring its richest joys. Mrs. Gruber, born Julia Youra, first saw the light of day August 27, 1885, in the town of Kossuth and was forty-one at her last birthday. She was married to Joseph Gruber November 10, 1903, and for a time the family lived in this city, but then moved to Larrabee where Mr. Gruber conducted a general store which he disposed of December 1, the family moving back to this city. The family was popular with the entire countryside and news of the death of Mrs. Gruber will come as a severe shock to an unusually wide circle of friends. Surviving Family. Surviving are the husband, a son, Erwin, who is principal of the high school at Peshtigo, and two sons, Robert and Arnold, at home. Her mother, Mrs. Mary Youra, and one brother, Frank Youra of Two Rivers, also survives her. Always an active worker, Mrs. Gruber was a member of the Ladies’ Aid and Martha Societies of the Melnik church and of the Royal Neighbors. Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, December 27, 1926 P. 9


KATHERINE GRUBER DEATH SUNDAY AT HER HOME Mrs. Catherine Gruber Will Be Buried Tuesday Mrs. Catherine Gruber, 73, died Sunday at 3 a.m. at the home, 719 Pine street, after an illness of 18 weeks. The remains may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary where funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 1 p.m. Services will be held at the Melnik Presbyterian church at 2 o’clock and burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. The Rev. F. Junek will officiate. Mrs. Gruber, whose maiden name was Hershman, was born in the town of Kossuth, March 28, 1860. She married Joseph Gruber in 1878 and spent the greater part of her life on a farm in the town of Gibson. She moved to Manitowoc in 1928. Survivors are two sons, Joseph J. and William S. Gruber, both of Manitowoc; three daughters, Mrs. Mary Orth, Mrs. Emily Gill and Mrs. Anna Dolezal, all of Manitowoc; one half-brother, Barney Steffeck, 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Her husband died Sept. 19, 1923. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 20, 1933 P. 6


WILLIAM GRUBER LINEMAN DIES AS A RESULT OF SEVERE BURNS (photo) William Gruber Passes Away; Badly Burned By Electric Wire Monday William S. Gruber, 47, lineman for the Wisconsin Public Service corporation, who suffered third degree burns when he came in contact with a live wire south of St. Nazianz last Monday afternoon, died last night at the Holy Family hospital. Dr. Edgar Huth of Valders, who attended Mr. Grube, said his abdominal muscle and one arm, which came in contact with the wires were badly charred. The arm was amputated at the shoulder a short time after he was brought to the hospital. Mr. Gruber was a member of a crew of the utility engaged in repairing damaged wires in the vicinity of St. Nazianz. Working with him was Clarence Kreiser, a foreman, and Clare? Neff. The latter rushed the injured man to the hospital here in an automobile. Funeral Sunday The lineman has been a resident of Manitowoc for 13 years making his home with an aunt, Mrs. Barney Stefteck, of 1011 Huron street. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 1:30 pm. from the Frazier mortuary chapel and at 2:30 from the Melnik Presbyterian church with interment in the church cemetery. The deceased, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Gruber, was born at Melnik and spent his early life in that vicinity, working on his father’s farm. In 1928 he came to this city to take a job as lineman for the Wisconsin Public Service corporation. He was a member of the Eagles lodge. Survivors are a brother, Joseph, of this city; three sisters, Mrs. Math Orth, Mrs. William Gill, Mrs. Annie Dolezal, all of this city. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock until the hour of the services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, August 15, 1941 P. 2


FLORENCE GRULKOWSKI Florence J. Grulkowski, 78, of Galloway died early Sunday morning, June 20, 2004, at River Pines Center. The funeral Mass will be held at noon Wednesday at St. Peter Catholic Church. A private family burial will take place at a later date in Manitowoc. Family and friends may call Wednesday in the St. Faustina Room of St. Peter Church from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass. Pisarski/Dzikoski Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Born June 3, 1926, in Langlade County, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Mary (Rezek) Pavlichek. She attended schools in Langlade County. Her marriage to Leonard S. Grulkowski took place on Aug. 31, 1946, in Deer Brook. The couple lived in various places before settling in Galloway in 1962. Her husband, Leonard, died Oct. 10, 2000. Florence worked as a supervisor at Herrschners Inc. for more than 20 years and retired in 1990. She enjoyed Bingo, playing the piano and other keyboards, and country music, and loved and enjoyed her grandchildren. Florence was a member of the St. Joseph of Galloway Rosary Society. Survivors include one daughter, Jane (Bill) Mischnick, Mosinee; four sons, Dave (Sandy) Grulkowski of Sheboygan, Larry (Cathy) Grulkowski of Stevens Point, Mark Grulkowski of Wausau and Steve (Lisa) Grulkowski of Appleton; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Grace Brandel of Manitowoc; and one brother, Jim Pavlichek of Lake Mills. She was preceded in death by one grandson, Kenny. Herald Times Reporter June 2004



ANNIE HAGENOW Mrs. Annie Hagenow, 85, formerly of Rt 2, Two Rivers, died Thursday afternoon at Manitowoc County Hospital where she was a patient three years. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Dr. Milos Strupl officiating. Burial will be in Melnik Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Mrs. Hagenow was born Feb. 20, 1879, in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late Jacob and Katherine Lestina Supita. She was married to Charles Hagenow, July 20, 1910, and the couple farmed on Rt. 2. Two Rivers. Mr. Hagenow died in 1961. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Harold Dickert and Mrs. Ervin Polifka, of Manitowoc; three sons, Alvin, of Rt. 2 Two Rivers, Harry of Manitowoc, and Ludy of Fischerville; a twin brother, Joseph F. Supita, of Francis Creek, 10 grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. A sister and two brothers preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, February 12, 1965, Page 7


CHARLES HAGENOW (d. 1929) The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hagenow died at the home of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Bouda on Sunday. The burial took place from the Bouda home on Monday afternoon with interment at the Melnik cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, May 3, 1929 P. 5


CHARLES HAGENOW (d. 1960) Retired Town of Gibson Man Dies Charles Hagenow, 81, route 2, Two Rivers, died at 10 pm Sunday on the home farm operated by a son, Alvin. Mr. Hagenow was born in the Town of Kossuth, March 24, 1878, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Christian Hagenow. He married Anna Shupita July 11, 1910. He is survived by his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Ervin Polifka and Mrs. harold Dieckert, Manitowoc; another son, Ludy, Fischerville; a step-son, Harry Koldoff, Manitowoc; 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday at the Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, with the Rev. B.A. Zimdars officiating. Burial was in Melnik Cemetery. Denmark Press - Thursday March 17, 1960 - page 4 ******** Melnik News Hagenow Rites – Many from the area attended the funeral of Charles Hagenow, 81, of the Town of Gibson, who died Sunday. The funeral was at the Specht Funeral Home at Mishicot with Rev. B. A. Zimdars officiating. Burial was at Melnik Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Gene, Dennis, Ralph and Richard Hagenow, Cyril Svatek and Roger Dickert. Manitowoc Herald times - Thursday, March 24, 1960 - page 7


CHARLES HAGENOW Mr. Charles Hagenow, 81, of 1606 Grand Ave., Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon, Oct. 23, at Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc, where he resided for the past year. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church, Town of Gibson. The Rev. James L. Thomson will officiate and burial will be in Melnik Presbyterian Cemetery. Mr. Hagenow was born June 8, 1902, in Manitowoc Co., son of the late Henry and Emma Robinson Hagenow. He married Laura M. Bouda, June 23, 1925, in Manitowoc. The couple resided here all their lives. Mr. Hagenow was employed by Lakeside Packing Company for many years until his retirement. He was a member of Manitowoc Senior Citizens. Survivors include his wife, Laura; a son, Harold of Manitowoc; two brothers, Otto and Edward Hagenow of rural Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Mayme Kouba, Mrs. Lillian Wasurick, and Mrs. Ida Mott, all of rural Two Rivers; three grandchildren, four great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Orville. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday evening. Herald Times Reporter, October 24, 1983 P. 3



CHRISTIAN HAGENOW (d. 1899) Christ Hagenow birth: 14 March 1899 Kossuth, Wis. death: 15 March 1899 Kossuth, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Gibson, Wis. residence: 1899 Kossuth, Wis. father: Henry Hagenow mother: Amma Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


CHRISTIAN HAGENOW From Der Nord Westen, 04 June 1908: Death Friday, following a stroke, of 70-year old Christian Hagenow, a wellknown resident of Town Kossuth. He leaves a widow and several children. His funeral was Monday.


DARLENE HAGENOW Darlene E. Hagenow, age 63, of 12604 Jambo Creek Road, Town of Gibson, died early Thursday morning, Oct. 2, 2003 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 6, 2003 at the Melnik Presbyterian Church, Whitelaw, with the Rev. Chris Schwab officiating, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Darlene was born Jan. 13, 1940 in Two Rivers to Lester H. and Anita Boje Tezlaff Sr. and had been a lifelong area resident. She was a graduate of Mishicot High School. Darlene married Donald Hagenow on Sept. 26, 1959 at the Melnik Presbyterian Church. She was formerly employed by both the Mirro and Hamilton Manufacturing Companies and later owned and operated with her husband Donald the family farm for over 40 years. She was a member of the Melnik Presbyterian Church, and a former member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the church. Darlene enjoyed cooking for her family and friends, gardening, the Christmas season and decorating her home for it. She also enjoyed collecting collectibles and milking cows. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, and playing with her dogs. Survivors include her husband: Donald; one daughter and son-in-law; Dawn and Robbie Behrmann, Denmark; two sons and daughters-in-law: Dean and Sue Hagenow, Denny and Cheri Hagenow, all of Two Rivers; 10 grandchildren: Jodi (Cory) Hendrickson, Nicole, Lori, Brittany, Mike, Derick, Jim, Justin, Dannon and Jared; two great-grandchildren: Dianna and Andrea. She is further survived by her father: Lester H. Tetzlaff Sr., Manitowoc; two sisters and brothers-in-law: Barbara and Michael Gray, Two Rivers; Sandi and Archie Moore, Chicago; one brother and sister-in-law: Larry and Kathy Tetzlaff, Mishicot; three sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law: Janice Tetzlaff, Mishicot; Donna Musil, Two Rivers; Marion Kovarik, Manitowoc; Paul and Sharon Hagenow, Mishicot; and by nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother: Anita Tetzlaff; one grandson: Dean Hagenow and one brother; Lester T. Tetzlaff Jr. Relatives and friends may all from 4 to 8 p.m. on Sunday at the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home, Mishicot. Visitation will continue after 9 a.m. on Monday at the Melnik Presbyterian Church until the time of services at 10 a.m. A memorial fund has been established in her name. The Hagenow family would like to express a very special thank you to Robby, of the Aurora Visiting Nurses Association, and to Hospice, for all of their special care, love and concerns shown to Darlene and our family during Darlene’s illness. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 3, 2003


DEAN DONALD HAGENOW Dean Donald Hagenow, Jr., 3, of Route 2, Two Rivers, died Saturday afternoon, October 26, at home. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm Tuesday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot. Rev. William Plank will officiate and burial will be in Melnik Presbyterian Cemetery. Dean was born July 24, 1982 at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, son of Dean and Sue Ann Mitcheltree Hagenow Sr. Survivors include his parents; two sisters, Lori Marie and Jodi Ann at home; paternal grandparents, Mrs. And Mrs. Donald Hagenow of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; paternal great grandmother, Mrs. Mildred Hagenow of Route 2, Two Rivers and paternal great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Tetzlaff Sr. of Rt. 1, Mishicot. Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 6 pm to 8 pm this Monday evening. Manitowoc Herald times - Mon., Oct. 28, 1985 - page 3



DONALD HAGENOW Donald Hagenow, age 72, of 12604 Jambo Creek Road, town of Gibson, entered into eternal life on Friday, April 8, 2011, at the Hamilton Care Center in Two Rivers. Don was born May 3, 1938, in Two Rivers to the late Henry and Mildred (Mott) Hagenow and has been a lifelong area resident. He married the former Darlene E. Tetzlaff on Sept. 26, 1959, and she preceded him in death on Oct. 2, 2003. He owned and operated a dairy farm in the town of Gibson for many years. He also enjoyed working for the L.C. Cherney Co. of Denmark, and the R&J Fricke Co. of Manitowoc. Don was an avid hunter and fisherman who enjoyed the outdoors. He loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is survived by one daughter and son-in-law: Dawn and Robbie Behrmann, Denmark; two sons and one daughter-in-law: Dean and Sue Hagenow, Two Rivers, and Denny Hagenow and his special friend Traci Wondrash, both of Mishicot; 11 grandchildren: Nicole, Michael and his special friend, Patty, Justin, Jarid, Jodi and Danny Miller, Lori and her special friend, Josh, Brittany and Mark Zeman, James and his special friend, Rosalie, Derick, Dannon, and Devon; 7 great-grandchildren; one brother: Paul Hagenow, Mishicot; two sisters: Donna Musil, Two Rivers, and Marion Kovarik, Manitowoc; three sisters-in-law: Barbara (Mike) Gray, Two Rivers, Sandi (Archie) Moore, Two Rivers, and Janice Tetzlaff, of Lakewood. In addition to his parents and his wife, he was also preceded in death by one grandson: Dean Donald Hagenow Jr.; two brothers-in-law: Larry Tetzlaff, and Lester Tetzlaff Jr.; one sister-in-law: Sharon Hagenow; three brothers-in-law: Leonard Musil, Tony Dawidowich and Edward Kovarik; and his uncle: Eddy Hagenow. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 12, 2011, at the Melnik Presbyterian Church with Max Ballard CLP officiating, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Relatives and friends may call after 9 a.m. on Tuesday at the church, until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Monday evening visitation. The Hagenow family would like to express a very special thank you to the entire staff of the Aurora Mishicot Clinic and the staff at the Hamilton Care Center of Two Rivers for all their special love and care given to Donald during his illness. Your kindness will always be remembered. The Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home of Mishicot is assisting the Hagenow family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter April 10, 2011


EDWARD J. HAGENOW Edward J. Hagenow, age 86, formerly of the town of Kossuth, died Thursday, January, 2001, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Moonday, January 8, 2001, at the Melnik Persbyterian Church, with the Rev. Karen Doty officiating, with burial in the church cemetery. Edward was born October 10, 1914, in the town of Kossuth, son of the late Henry and Emma Robinson Hagenow. He has been a life long resident. He farmed on the family farm in the town of Kossuth his entire working life. He was a member of the Melnik Presbyterian Church and was an avid hunter. Survivors include one brother and sister-in-law, Otto and Eleanor Hagenow, town of Kossuth; his nieces and nephews, Marion Kovarik, Paul Hagenow, Donald Hagenow, Donna Musil, Marjorie Sladkey, Arelete Basken, David Hagenow, Ronald Mott and Gerald Mott, grand nieces and nephews and a very special friend, Tom Schiman. He was also preceded in death by four sisters, Ella Doubek, Mayme Kouba, Lillian Wasurick and Ida Mott; two brothers, Charles and Henry Hagenow. Relatives and friends may call from 4-8 p.m. on Sunday at the Lambert Funeral Home in Mishicot and after 9 a.m. Monday at the Melnik Presbyterian Church in Melnik until the time of services at 10:30 a.m. A memorial fund has been established in his name. The Hagenow family wishes to extend a special thank you to the nurses and entire staff of the Manitowoc Health Care Center for their love, special care and concerns shown to our family during Edward’s illness. Herald Times Reporter, January 6, 2001 P. A3


ELEANOR HAGENOW Eleanor A. Hagenow, age 91, formerly of 11000 Francis Creek Rd., Two Rivers, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 2, 2006, at the North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center, where she and her husband Otto have been residing. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 6, 2006, at the Melnik Presbyterian Church in Whitelaw, with the Reverend Kay Richter officiating, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Eleanor was born Feb. 24, 1915, in the town of Gibson to the late Weldon and Anna Skarda Mott, and has been a lifelong area resident. She attended school in Larrabee, in the town of Gibson. She married Otto Hagenow on Sept. 19, 1936, at the Melnik Presbyterian Church where they have been members for many years. On Sept. 19, 2005, the couple celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary with their family. Eleanor was a cook at several eating establishments, but most of all a stay-at-home housewife and mom. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. Eleanor's favorite pastime was taking care of her chickens, ducks, and ""Mittens"" her cat. She loved to tend to her garden. She is survived her husband; Otto; and by two daughters and one son-in-law: Marjorie and Gerald Sladkey, Two Rivers; Arelette Basken, Whitelaw; one son and daughter-in-law: Dave and Bernice Hagenow, Two Rivers; seven grandchildren: Peggy (John) Basken; Wendy (Steve) Keehan; Dave (Donna) Abts Jr.; Paula (Mark) VanEss; Daniel (Kim) Abts; Todd (Debbie) Hagenow, and Melissa Hagenow. She is also survived by 10 great-grandchildren: Brandon Knepprath; Tyler Abts; Brittni Knepprath; Katie VanEss; Hannah VanEss; Tiffany Abts; Allison Abts; Dylan Abts; Zachary Hagenow; and Darren Hagenow; and by one sister-in-law: Norma Mott. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by an infant daughter: Patricia Ann; a son-in-law: Allan Basken; three brothers: Arnold, Donald, and Anton Mott; four sisters: Marcella Shimon; Mildred Hagenow; Eva Wagner; and Beatrice Mertens. Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Sunday at the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home in Mishicot. Visitation will continue after 10 a.m. on Monday at the Melnik Presbyterian Church in Whitelaw, until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Hagenow family would like to express a very special thank you to the entire staff of the North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center for all of their love, care, and concerns shown to Eleanor during her residency there. Herald Times Reporter March 2006



EMMA HAGENOW Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Melnik Presbyterian church for Mrs. Henry Hagenow, Sr., of Fischerville, who died this morning at the Holy Family hospital after a stroke. The Rev. Yaroslav Vrany will officiate at the church rites which will follow a short service at the Specht funeral home, Mishicot, at 1:30. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Hagenow, nee Emma Robinson, was born Oct. 26, 1877, in the town of Kossuth. On April 6, 1897, she was married to Mr. Hagenow and they settled in Fischerville. The husband and seven children survive, Mrs. John Kouba, Kingsbridge; Mrs. James Wasurick and Mrs. George Mott, both of Fischerville; Charle Hagenow, Manitowoc; Henry Jr., Larrabee; Otto, Francis Creek and Edward, at home; three sisters, Mrs. Louise Richter, Sheboygan; Mrs. James Novak and Mrs. Anna Hronek, both of Fischerville. Five brothers who also survive are Edward Robinson, Two Rivers; Joseph, Mishicot; Alfred, Charles and Otto, Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home to pay their respects from Wednesday until the hour of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 26, 1944 P. 2


HENRY HAGENOW (d. 1958) Henry Hagenow Sr., 91, lifelong resident of the Town of Kossuth, Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday on the farm home operated by a son, Edward. He had been ill two weeks. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Melnik Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Gervase F. Zanotti officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining church cemetery. Mr. Hagenow was born in the Town of Kossuth Dec. 4, 1866, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Christian Hagenow. He was engaged in farming on the homestead property his entire life, retiring 20?? years ago when his son, Edward took over the operation. He married the former Emma Robinson in 1898. She preceded him in death 13 years ago. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. John Kouba and Mrs. George Mott of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and Mrs. James Wasurick of Rt. 1, Mishicot; three other sons, Charles of Manitowoc and Henry Jr., and Otto of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; a brother, Charles of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; 14 grandchildren and 19 great grand- children. A daughter, Ella, preceded him in death 32 years ago. Friends may call at Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 2 p.m. Friday until 11 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in state until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, February 20, 1958 P. 23 ******* (Note: The b. date in the obit is a year off from the tombstone)


HENRY HAGENOW (d. 1978) Henry Hagenow, 74, of Route 2, Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning in Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm Friday in Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik. The Rev. Gregory J. Meyer will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Hagenow was born Nov. 3, 1903, son of the late Henry and Emma Robinson Haagenow. He married Mildred Mott May 24, 1927 in Melnik Presbyterian Church and had been employed with Eggers Plywood Co., Two Rivers, retiring in 1969. Survivors include his wife, Mildred, two sons, Paul of Route 1, Mishicot and Donald of Route 2, Two Rivers; two daughters, Mrs. Edward (Marion) Kovarik of rural Manitowoc and Mrs. Leonard (Donna) Musil of Route 2, Two Rivers; three brothers, Edward and Otto of Route 2, Two Rivers, and Charles of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. John (Mayme) Koubaand, Mrs. George (Ida) Mott of Route 2, Two Rivers, and Mrs. Lillian Wasurick of Manaitowoc and eight grandchildren. An infant son and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call in Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 4 pm Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times - Wednesday, Aug. 16, 1978 - page 3


JOHN P. HAGENOW, SR. John P. Hagenow, 36, of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, died Saturday evening, July 8, 1989 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Private family services will be 10 am Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Presiding the service will be Rev. William Eberhardy and burial will be in Melnik Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Town of Melnik. John was born November 19, 1952 at Manitowoc, son of H. J. Hagenow and Jane Hagenow Marotz. He married the former Sue Luedke. John was the acting Vice President of Hagenow Laboratories Inc., of Manitowoc. Survivors include his parents, H. J. Hagenow of Manitowoc and Jane Marotz of Manitowoc; a son, John P. Hagenow Jr. of Manitowoc; a daughter, Jennifer Hagenow of Manitowoc; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Cynthia and John Gallenberger of Manitowoc and Annette and James Wind of Manitowoc; paternal grandmother, Laura Hagenow of Manitowoc; maternal grandmother, Marie Meyer of Manitowoc; a niece, a nephew, other relatives and friends. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation. Manitowoc Herald Times - Mon., July 10, 1989 - page B7


KENNETH HAGENOW Kenneth Hagenow, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hagenow, Fischerville, passed away at the Holy Family hospital last night following a serious attack of pneumonia. The infant was born at Manitowoc June 3, 1930. Funeral services will be held from the farm home in Fischerville, town of Gibson, Saturday morning at 9:30 o’clock. Burial will be at Melnik. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, June 11, 1931 P. 5 ******** Notes from Fischerville A large number attended the funeral of the year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hagenow Saturday. The funeral was held from the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Bouda, grandparents of the child with services at the Melnik Presbyterian church and burial in the adjoining cemetery. Besides the parents the child is survived by two older brothers. We extend sympathy to the bereaved family. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., June 18, 1931


LAURA HAGENOW Laura M. Hagenow, 85, a North Ridge Care Center resident, died unexpectedly early Wednesday morning, February 13, 1991, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Graveside services were held 2 p.m., Thursday at Melnik Church Cemetery, town of Gibson, Rev. Karen Doty officiated. She was born April 4, 1905, in Manitowoc County, daughter of the late John and Mary Wanek Bouda. She married Charles Hagenow June 23, 1925, in Manitowoc, Wis. He preceded her in death October 23, 1983. Mrs. Hagenow was a member of Melnik Presbyterian Church town of Gibson, Wis. Survivors include a son, Harold J. Hagenow of Manitowoc; two grandchildren; four great grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by three sons, Orville, Charles and Kennth and a grandson, John Paul Hagenow. Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, February 14, 1991 P. B8


ORVILLE HAGENOW Orville Hagenow, 17, who completed his junior year at Lincoln High School this month, died this morning at Holy Family Hospital, following a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 2 o’clock at the Melnik Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Yaroslav Vraney officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. A son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hagenow, he was born in Gibson in 1928. The parents resided at 1606 Grand Ave. Survivors are his parents and a brother, Harold. The body will lie in state at the funeral home from 10 a.m. Saturday until the hour of the service Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times - Friday, June 22, 1945 - page 2


OTTO HAGENOW Otto J. Hagenow, age 93, formerly of 11000 Francis Creek Road, Two Rivers, who was residing at the North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center in Manitowoc, entered into eternal life early Sunday morning March 4, 2007, at North Ridge. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 7, 2007, at the Melnik Presbyterian Church in Melnik, with the Rev. Kay Richter officiating, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Otto was born April 1, 1913, in the town of Kossuth to the late Henry Sr. and Emma Robinson Hagenow. He attended the Riverview School in the town of Gibson. On Sept. 19, 1936, he married the former Eleanor Mott at the Melnik Presbyterian Church in Melnik. The late Rev. Frank Junek presided. The couple celebrated 69 years of marriage. She preceded him in death March 2, 2006. He was a lifelong member of the Melnik Presbyterian Church. Otto worked for the Eggers Industries of Two Rivers for nearly 40 years, first as a maintenance man and later as their rough plainer operator. He retired from Eggers in 1978. Along with his late wife, he enjoyed raising chickens and ducks, gardening and dancing. He also enjoyed watching the Green Bay Packers, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Otto is survived by two daughters and one son-in-law, Marjorie and Gerald Sladkey, of Two Rivers, Arelette Basken, of Whitelaw; one son and daughters-in-law, David and Bernice Hagenow, of Two Rivers; seven grandchildren, Peggy (John) Basken, Wendy (Steve) Keehan, Paula (Mark) Van Ess, David Jr. (Donna) Abts, Daniel (Kim) Abts, Todd (Debbie) Hagenow, Melissa Hagenow; 10 great-grandchildren, brandon and Brittni Knepprath, Tyler, Tiffany, Allison and Dylan Abts, Hannah and Katelyn Van Ess, Zachary and Darren Hagenow. He is further survived by one sister-in-law, Norma Mott, of Two Rivers, and by many nieces, nephews, and special friends. In addition to his parents and his wife, he was also preceded in death by an infant daughter, Patricia Ann; a son-in-law, Allan Basken; three brothers, Charles, Henry Jr. and Edward Hagenow; and by four sisters, Ella Doubek, Mayme Kouba, Lillian Wasurick and Ida Mott. Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home in Mishicot. Visitation will continue after 10 a.m. on Wednesday at the Melnik Presbyterian Church in Melnik until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Hagenow family would like to extend a very heartfelt thank you to the entire staff at North Ridge, especially to the girls in the 100 Wing for the very special love and care they gave to Otto. He loved you all. We also would like to thank Don, the volunteer who made sure he got to all the activities he could. Don, you were Dad's buddy. We the family appreciate all you did for our father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Manitowoc Herald Times Monday, March 5, 2007 pg. A3



SHARON B. HAGENOW Sharon B. Hagenow, age 73, a resident of the Hamilton Care Center of Two Rivers, formerly of 14131 Jambo Creek Road, Mishicot, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, at the Care Center. Sharon was born on Oct. 14, 1937, in Manitowoc County to the late Warren and Caroline Ploeckelmann Messman and has been a lifelong area resident. She was a graduate of the Mishicot High School. Sharon married Paul Hagenow on June 16, 1956, at the Melnik Presbyterian Church in Melnik. She was a member of the Melnik Presbyterian Church and was an avid vegetable and flower gardener. She enjoyed attending the Mishicot Farmers Market. She also enjoyed picking raspberries. Sharon loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include her loving husband: Paul; two daughters and sons-in-law: Cindy and Michael Preston of Whitelaw, Tammy and Kevin Shedal, of Mishicot; one son and daughter-in-law: Rick and Mary Hagenow, of Francis Creek; seven grandchildren: Sara (Ryan) Zimmerman, Laurie (Steven) Backhaus, Marie (Bruce) Denor, Michael Hagenow, Tyler (Kari) Hagenow, Emily and Rachel Shedal; five great-grandchildren: Katelynn Hagenow, Anthony and Braedon Backhaus, Ethan Denor, Emma Zimmerman; and a forth-coming reat-grandchild in December. She is further survived by one brother: Ronald Messman, of Mishicot; a brother-in-law: Donald Hagenow, of Mishicot; two sisters-in-law: Marion Kovarik, of Manitowoc, and Donna Musil, of Mishicot; nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by one sister: Charlotte Brouchoud; one brother: Gary Messman; an infant grandson; and by her father-in-law and mother-in law: Henry and Mildred Hagenow. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, at the Melnik Presbyterian Church in Melnik, with Philip Kinzel officiating, with burial to follow in the Melnik Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call after 9 a.m. on Saturday at the church until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Friday evening visitation. The Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home of Mishicot is assisting the Hagenow family with funeral arrangements. Sharon's family would like to express a very special thank you to the entire staff of the Hamilton Care Center of Two Rivers for all of their love, care, and support shown to Sharon and our family during her illness. Your kindness will always be remembered. Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 09, 2010


WILLIAM HAGENOW Melnik News Many from here attended the funeral of the late Mr. Hagenow of Francis Creek last Sunday. Interment was at the Melnik Presbyterian Cemetery. Manitowoc Daily Tribune, Nov. 3, 1909 - page 8


IDA HAVLICHEK Mrs. Joseph Havlichek, 69, nee Ida Hagenow of Francis Creek, died Thursday afternoon at Holy Family hospital after a week’s illness. She was born Sept. 18, 1874, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Christ Hagenow, town of Kossuth. In 1893 she was married to Joseph Havlichek, who died 30 years ago. Survivors are three sons, Harvey of Francis Creek, Charles of Branch and William with the armed forces in England; four daughters, Mrs. Louis Stradal, Mrs. Frank Petrie, Mrs. John Just, Manitowoc; and Mrs. William Dvorak, Francis Creek; also four brothers, Christ Hagenow of Kiel, and Charles and Henry of Fischerville, and 13 grandchildren. Services will be held Sunday afternoon at 1:30 at Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral parlors and at 2 o’clock at the Melnik Presbyterian church, the Rev. Yaroslav Vrany officiating. Burial in church cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after Saturday noon until time of the funeral. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, August 4, 1944 P. 2


JOSEPH HAVLICHEK (d. 1914) Many from here attended the funeral of the late Joseph Havlicek (sic), who died Saturday at the late home about two miles southeast of Melnik, after a long illness. Interment was at the local Presbyterian cemetery Tuesday. Mr. Havlicek is survived by a wife and family of children, who have the sympathy of the community in their sad bereavement. Manitowoc Daily Herald Tuesday, November 24, 1914 pg. 4


JOSEPH J. HAVLICHEK (d. 1925) FATAL ACCIDENT AT FRANCIS CREEK JOS. HAVLICHEK KILLED IN FALL FROM LADDER Neck is Broken as He Slips in Making Descent Joseph Havlicheck (sic), 27, residing with his widowed mother four miles north of Francis Creek, met death early today while employed as a telephone lineman assisting in stringing wires at Francis Creek. Havlicheck fell from a ladder while at work and suffered a broken neck, death being instantaneous. With a brother who is employed as a lineman for the Manitowoc and Western Telephone Company, Havlicheck was working on the stringing of wires to a new home erected by Albert Stransky in the village of Francis Creek. Mr. Stransky was holding the ladder upon which Havlicheck was at work when the lineman said that he had received a shock and that he was going to descend from the ladder. He started down but had been only made one or two rungs of the ladder when he slipped and fell, losing his grasp on the ladder and falling to the ground, striking on his head. It was found that his neck had been broken i nthe fall. Shock Not Fatal It is not believed that the shock which Havlicheck said he had received was the cause of the fall although it is possible that the man was unnerved and in his haste to reach the ground, had not exercised the caution which he otherwise might have done. The fall from the ladder was not any considerable distance but the fatal injury was caused by the manner in which the unfortunate man struck the ground. Was Well Known Mr. Havlicheck was well known in the community where he resided having made his home in that section all of his life. His father died some years ago and he had cared for his mother, Mr. Ida Havlicheck, at the farm four miles from the village. He had been employed as an assistant to his brother who had charge of the wire lines of the Manitowoc and Western. Coroner Kemper had not been notified of the accident at noon today and will probably visit the scene this afternoon although need of an inquest does not appear it was said. Besides his mother, Mr. Havlicheck is survived by brothers and sisters. Funeral arrangements have not been made. Manitowoc Herald News Thursday, July 30, 1925 pg. 1



BESSIE HERSHMAN Mrs. Frank Hershman, nee Bessie Lovely, a pioneer resident of Manitowoc and Brown Counties, died Wednesday at the Home for the Aged, Maribel. She was about 100 years old. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at the Melnik Presbyterian Church with burial in the church cemetery. For many years, she resided with a son, Joseph, on a town of Denmark farm. Survivors are four sons, James of Outagamie County, John and Frank Jr., of Waukegan, _______, Joseph of Denmark; and a stepbrother, William Rebacek of Kellnersville. Friends may call at the Wochos Funeral Home, Denmark. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, June 5, 1952 P. 2


EDWARD HERSHMAN Funeral services for Edward William Hershman, 45, who died of heart failure at Seneca, Ill., where he was employed for some time, were held from the Wochos Funeral Home, last Friday afternoon and at Melnik Presbyterian Church, with burial in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. J. Vraney officiated at the Masonic services with R.C. French in charge and there was a military salute and taps by members of the American Legion. The pallbearers were George Enz, Elmer Rasmussen, Dr. H.W. Jacobson, Jessie Hansen, Marvin Sampson and Earl Ryder. Deceased was born in Denmark, March 15, 1899 and had lived here practically all his life, except while serving in World War I and World War II. He had been employed in Illinois, South Dakota, Michigan, Montana, Colorado and Canada. He was a member of the Johnson-Hershman Legion Post, Denmark; Des Peres Lodge No. 85, F. and A.M., and the Machinists Union Local 1663 of Seneca, Ill. Survivors are his mother, Mrs.Frank Hershman of Denmark and four brothers, James and Frank of Sturgeon Bay, Joe of Denmark and John of Waukegan. Among those from out of town to attend the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. John Hershman, Waukegan, Ill., Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hershman, Jim Hershman and Harry Hershman of Sturgeon Bay, Mrs. Alfred Rasmussen and Mrs. Arletta Hansen of Mishicot, Mrs. Ellen Schumacher of Two Rivers, Mrs. James Hershman of Green Bay, Roland Hershman and Mrs. Rose Kopens. Denmark Press - Thursday, Oct. 26, 1944


FRANK HERSHMAN WISCONSIN NEWS IN BRIEF DYNAMITE VICTIM DIES GREEN BAY—Frank Hershman, 56 years old, the New Denmark farmer who was badly injured while dynamiting stumps on his farm on Friday, died in a local hospital on Monday. Racine Daily Journal, Tuesday Afternoon, December 19, 1911 ******** Notes From Melnik: Mr. Frank Herman (sic) while blasting stumps on his farm near Denmark was fatally injured when a stick of dynamite that had failed to explode went off without warning when Mr. Herman went to investigate. He died at St. Vincent's hospital at Green Bay Monday morning. Immediately after the accident he was rushed to the hospital but the physicians there did not hold out any hope for his recovery as he had been too seriously injured. The deceased was born and reared in this vicinity and was about 58 years of age. He is survived by a wife and six children. The funeral was held from the late home in Denmark last Wednesday. Interment was in the Presbyterian cemetery. Friends and relatives from here attended. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, December 28, 1911 pg. 8


JOSEPH HERSHMAN Jos. Hershman Has Stroke, Dies Joseph Hershman, 73, Route 3, Denmark, passed away Saturday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he suffered a stroke after being hospitalized three days with a broken leg following a fall on his farm Friday. He was born April 16, 1890 in the Town of New Denmark, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hershman, Sr. Mr. Hershman is survived by a brother, Frank, Waukegan, Ill.; nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Melnik Presbyterian Church Tuesday afternoon with burial in the church cemetery. The Wochos Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Denmark Press -Thursday, Nov. 28, 1963 - page 5



BABY HLINAK Hlinak birth: 13 December 1905 Gibson, Wis. death: 13 December 1905 Gibson, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin father: Frank Klinak mother: Mary Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 *Note: Placed here because parents are here.


ELIZABETH A. HLINAK Elizabeth A. Hlinak, age 44, of 6116 Old Highway Y, Maribel, died unexpectedly Saturday evening, Nov. 11, 2006, at home. Elizabeth was born July 21, 1962, in Two Rivers, daughter of Frank A. and Beverly M. Doleysh Hlinak. She graduated from Mishicot High School with the class of 1980. Elizabeth was employed at Fox's Piggly Wiggly in Two Rivers. She was a 28-year member of the Green Bay Musician's Union, Two Rivers Municipal Band and C.Z.B.J. Lodge 20 of Melnik. Elizabeth was an avid sports fan who followed her favorite team, the Milwaukee Brewers, various sporting events of her niece, Amanda, and nephews, Alex and Andy, and playing her baritone in the Two Rivers Municipal Band. Elizabeth also served as the band's librarian for many years. Survivors include her parents: Frank and Beverly Hlinak, Maribel; one step-brother and sister-in-law: Gary and Karen Karstaedt, Mishicot; two sisters and one brother-in-law: Mary and John Zellner, Maribel, and Lynn Hlinak, Clintonville. Also surviving are aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and special friend, Al Kliment. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Roger and Thomas, maternal and paternal grandparents, aunts and uncles and cousins. Private family funeral services will take place at the Reinbold and Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2006, at 2 p.m. The Rev. Dr. Matthew L. Sauer will officiate. Burial will follow at the Melnik Presbyterian Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call from 11 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home on Tuesday. Herald Times Reporter November 2006



FRANK J. HLINAK (d. 1943) Frank Hlinak, 92, retired town of Gibson farmer, died Tuesday at his home. He had been ill for the past week. Funeral services will be held Friday at 10 o’clock from the homestead which is now operated by his son Frank J. Hlinak, and at 10:30 o’clock from the Melnik Presbyterian church with the Rev. Yaroslav Vrany officiating. Interment will be made in the church cemetery. Mr. Hlinak was born in Bohemia on Jan. 11, 1851 and came to this country with his parents when he was eight years old. In 1890 he married Miss Marie Karban and the couple operated a farm in the town of Gibson. Mr. Hlinak retired a few years ago. Survivors are the widow, two daughters, Mrs. John Novak of this city and Mrs. Anton Honzik of Mishicot; three sons, Frank on the homestead, Joseph of Mishicot and Edward of Fond du Lac; one sister, Mrs. Frank Aulik of Denmark; 15 grandchildren and one great grandchild. The body will be removed to the homestead from the Husar funeral home in Kellnersville on Thursday morning and may be viewed there from that time to the time of the funeral. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 31, 1943 P. 2


FRANK J. HLINAK (d. 1974) Frank J. Hlinak, 80, of Rt. 1, Maribel, died Thursday afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Charles R. Freuden will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Military graveside rites will be accorded Mr. Hlinak by the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88 of Manitowoc. Mr. Hlinak was born Sept. 30, 1893, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Frank and Marie Karbon Hlinak. He was graduated from the Manitowoc County Normal School and taught school three years at North Dakota. He was a veteran of World War I, serving in the U.S. Navy. After retiring from service in 1919, he was a cheesemaker at Maribel for several years. He married Lillian Skarievoda June 14, 1922. They farmed in the Town of Gibson until their retirement in 1959. He served on the Town Board of the Town of Gibson as clerk for 39 years and as clerk of the former Melnik School for 25 years. He was a member of the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post and Melnik Presbyterian Church of which he was a former elder. He also served as clerk of the church Cemetery Assn. for 26 years and was sexton of the cemetery for many years. Survivors include his wife, two sons, Frank A., on the home farm and Frederick J. of New Holstain; two daughters, Mrs. Clarence (Ada Mae) Ahrens of Manitowoc and Mrs. Carl (Ruth) Prochazka of Rt. 1, Denmark; a sister, Mrs. Emily Novak of St. Petersburg, Fla.; and ten grandchildren. Two brothers and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, after 3 p.m. Sunday until 11 a.m. Monday and at the church from noon until the time of service. Memorials may be made in Mr. Hlinak’s memory. Herald Times Reporter, Friday, March 22, 1974 P. 14


FREDERICK J. HLINAK Frederick J. Hlinak, 37, of 2317 Monroe St., New Holstein, died Saturday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Charles R. Freuden will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Hlinak was born May 12, 1936, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Frank J. Hlinak and Mrs. Lillian Skarievoda Hlinak. He attended Melnik Elementary School and graduated from Mishicot High School in 1965. He was a member of Melnik Presbyterian Church and was employed at Kelvinator Commercial Products Inc. of Manitowoc. He married Phyllis Phillips Garbisch Dec. 14, 1973, at Zion Lutheran Church, New Holstein. Survivors include his wife, a daughter, (private); three step-sons, (private); his mother, Mrs. Frank J. Hlinak, of Rt. 1, Maribel; brother, (private); two sisters, (private); nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, after 5 p.m. Monday until 11 a.m. Tuesday and at the church from noon until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established in his memory. Herald Times Reporter, Saturday, May 11, 1974 P. 10


LILLIAN HLINAK Mrs. Lillian Hlinak, 95, formerly of Route 1, Maribel, died Tuesday afternoon, January 9, 1990, at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. Rev. William Plank and Rev. Ron Miller will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. The former Lillian Skarivoda was born December 9,1894, in the Town of Kossuth, daughter of the late Adolf and Anna Zeman Skarivoda. She married Frank J. Hlinak on June 14, 1922. The couple farmed in the Town of Gibson until their retirement in 1969. She was a member of Melnik Presbyterian Church and the Martha Society of the church. She was also a member of WFLA Lodge No. 20 of Melnik, Wisconsin Czechs and the Brockville Homemakers Club. He preceded her in death March 21, 1974. Survivors include a son and two daughters-in-law, Frank A. and Beverly Mae of Route 1, Maribel, Phyllis Hoerl of Chilton, two daughters, Ada Mae Ahrens of Manitowoc, Ruth Prochazka of Zander; 14 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank, a son, Frederick J., two infant sons, two sons-in-law, Clarence Ahrens and Carl Prochazka, two brothers and two sisters. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and on Friday at the church from 11:30 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials may be made to Melnik Presbyterian Church. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter January, 1990


MARIE HLINAK Mrs. Marie Hlinak, 90, former Town of Gibson resident, died Saturday afternoon at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Estella Honzik, 2014 Wollmer St., Manitowoc, following a brief illness. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Richard Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Hlinak was born in Bohemia in 1866, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Vaclav Karbon and came to the United States when 12 with her parents who settled in Antigo. She was married January 5, 1890 to Frank Hlinak and they settled on a farm in Gibson. She continued to reside on the farm after the death of her husband in March of 1942 but in August of 1956, she moved to Manitowoc to live with a daughter. She was a 50 year member of ZCBJ Lodge No. 20 of Melnik and a member of the Melnik Presbyterian Church. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Emily Novak and Mrs. Estelle Honzik of Manitowoc; three sons, Frank J. of Gibson, Joseph F. of Mishicot and Edward J. of Fond du Lac; a brother, Wencil of Antigo; a sister, Mrs. Anna Dvorak of Bryant, Wis.; 15 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville until 10 a.m. Tusday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state until the hour of service. Manitowoc Herald Times - May 20, 1957


ROGER ALAN HLINAK Roger A. Hlinak, age 30, of 6116 Old “Y”, Maribel, died unexpectedly Monday evening, May 13, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Private Family Funeral Services will take place at the Reinbold and Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville, with burial at the Melnik Presbyterian Cemetery. Roger was born April 12, 1966, at Two Rivers, son of Frank A. and Beverly M. Doleysh Hlinak. He graduated from Mishicot High School with the class of 1984. Roger presently was employed at Cedar Ridge Family Restaurant, Maribel. He is a member of the Green Bay Musicians Union, Two Rivers Municipal Band, C.Z.B.J. Lodge #20 of Melnik. Roger enjoyed his hobbies of bowling and playing his tuba in the Two Rivers Municipal Band. Survivors include his parents, Frank and Beverly, Maribel; one step-brother, Gary Karstaedt, Two Rivers; three sisters and one brother-in-law, Mary and John Zellner, Maribel, Lynn Hlinak, Clintonville, Elizabeth Hlinak, Maribel. Also surviving are aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and numerous friends. He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Thomas, maternal and paternal grandparents, aunts and uncles, and one cousin. Relatives and frends may call at the Reinbold and Pfeffer Funeral Home, Kellnersville, on Thursday from 2-4 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, May 15, 1996 P. A2



WESLEY J. HLINAK Wesley Hlinak, Melnik Child Dies on Monday Wesley, six month old son of the Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hlinak, Melnik, died at the home after a three day illness. The parents, two sisters, Ada Mae and Ruth and a brother, Frank, survive. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning from the home and at 10 o’clock from the Melnik Presbyterian Church. Manitowoc Herald Times - March 26, 1935 - page 2


JOSEPH HOFFMAN (d. 1918) LARRABEE news: The body of Joseph Hoffman, who died in a camp at Georgia, arrived here for burial. We tender our sympathy to the family. Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, December 16, 1918, Page 3 ******** Notes from Melnik- Brockville Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hofmann Sr., received the sad news that their son, Joseph, died of disease in a camp at Georgia and the remains are being brought here for burial. Funeral arrangements have not been made until the body arrives. Interment will be at the local cemetery. Our sympathies go out to the grief stricken family. Later – The body has arrived and the funeral was to be held December 17, Tuesday at 10 am. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Dec. 19, 1918 ******** Notes from Fischerville Quite a large number from here attended the funeral of the late Joseph Hoffman who died at Camp Georgia and his body was brought home for burial which took place at Melnik Tuesday afternoon. The funeral was of a military nature and well attended. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Dec. 19, 1918



  JOSEPH HOFFMAN Joseph Hoffman (above), 92, of Rt. 1, Maribel, retired town of Gibson farmer, and a well known musician, died early Monday morning at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. He had been a patient at the hospital since Friday but had been in failing health for a year. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Melnik Presbyterian Church, with Sherwood Roaoh, student pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Hoffman was born in Bohemia in 1862, where he learned the shoemaker trade and studied music. He came to this country at the age of 16 and located in Oconto County where he worked in a lumber mill. In 1886, he married Magdelena Peterik and they moved to Sheboygan where he was in the shoe business and a member of the Sheboygan Band. Later they moved to Milwaukee and then back to Manitowoc County and settled on a farm in the town of Gibson. The couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1936. The farm was taken over by the Hoffman's son in law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Rosso, following the death of Mrs. Hoffman 11 years ago. Mr. Hoffman made his home with the Rosso's. Mr. Hoffman played in the Otto Wienshanik band and in the Manitowoc City Band. He became a member of the famous L. Goods band which played with the W.E. Coles circus. While with this band, he played in 33 states and Canada. He was also a member of the Novy Brass Band for 33 years. Mr. Hoffman played the cornet, baritone, bass and trombone. Survivors are eight daughters, Mrs. Marvin Meyer, Mrs. John Pribek and Mrs. Joseph Bauer of Manitowoc; Miss Marie Hoffman and Mrs. George Stromberg of Milwaukee; Mrs. Clarence Rosso of Maribel, Mrs. Frank Peroutka of Francis Creek and Mrs. Edward Selner of Kenosha; stepbrohter, Joseph Starcy of Green Bay; 13 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. A son, Joseph, died in World War I. Friends may call at the Saur Funeral Home in Kellnersville from 2 p.m. Tuesday to 10 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state until services at 2 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 17, 1954 P.19


MAGDALENA HOFFMAN Mrs. Joseph Hoffman, 76, died Thursday at 2 p.m. at the farm home in the Town of Gibson after a 9 day illness. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. from the Husar Funeral Home in Kellnersville and at 2 p.m. from the Melnik Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Yaroslav Vraney officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Hoffman, nee Magdeline Petrik, was born May 17, 1867 and came to the county with her parents when she was four years old. Fifty-seven years ago she was married to Joseph Hoffman and the couple settled on the farm in the Town of Gibson. Survivors are eight children, Miss Emma Hoffman of Appleton, Miss Marie Hoffman of Milwaukee, Mrs. John Prebek of Lena, Mrs. Clarence Rosso and Mrs. Charles Kapitz of this city, Mrs. Joseph Bauer of Algoma, Mrs. Frank Paroutka of Francis Creek and Mrs. Edward Selner of Madison; one sister, Mrs. Anna Kr---(illegible) of this city and 13 grandchildren. One son died in 1918. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 1 p.m. Saturday to the time of services. Manitowoc Herald times - Friday, Dec. 24, 1943 - page 2



MARIE J. HOFFMAN Miss Marie Hoffman, 83, of Milwaukee, died Wednesday morning at Milwaukee County General Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville. The Rev. Charles R. Freuden will officiate and burial will be in Melnik Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Miss Hoffman was born June 28, 1888, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and Magdelena Peterik Hoffman. She was a cook and waitress in Milwaukee. Survivors include five sisters, Mrs. John (Elizabeth) Pribek and Mrs. Joseph (Leona) Bauer, of Manitowoc, Mrs. George (Rose) Stromberg, of Woodruff, Wis., Mrs. Frank (Camilla) Peroutka, of Francis Creek and Mrs. Edared (Clara) Selnar, of Kenosha and nieces and nephews. Two sisters and a brother preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 7, 1972


MARCELLA (JEDLICKA) HOLT Mrs. Russell Holt, 31, wife of Master Sergeant Russell A. Holt of the Southern Pines Army camp, North Carolina, died Fruday afternoon at Southern Pines after an illness of several months. Mrs. Holt is a former Mishicot resident, daughter of Mrs. A. J. Jedlicka who is now living at Southern Pines. Funeral services have not been planned. The body will be brought here for burial and Sgt. Holt and Mrs. Jedlicka will accompany it to Manitowoc. Mrs. Holt was born Marcella Jedlicka near Mishicot on June 12, 1911, and was graduated from the Mishicot grade and high schools. Later she attended Milwaukee State Teachers college, and accepted employment in the offices of the Electric Company of Milwaukee. She became the bride of Sgt. Holt on August 16, 1941, at St. Louis, Mo. After their marriage the couple went to St. Louis, Mo., later to Biloxi, Miss., and recently to Southern Pines as the sergeant was transferred from camp to camp. Besides the widower, Mrs. Holt is survived by her mother, a brother, Pvt. E. J. Jedlicka of Camp McCoy, Wis, and a sister, Mrs. R. F. Kreshek of Manitowoc. Her father, the late A. J. Jedlicka of Mishicot, died in 1936. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, July 18, 1942 P. 4 ********* Funeral services for Mrs. Russell A. Holt, nee Marcella Jedlicka, former Mishicot resident who died Friday at the Southern Pines, North Carolina, army camp where her husband, Technical Sergeant Russell A. Holt is stationed, will be held here Tuesday. Services will be held from the Wattawa, Ubanek and Schlei funeral home at 2 p.m. with the Rev. C. H. Phipps of the Presbyterian church officiating. Interment will be in the Melnik cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, July 20, 1942 P. 2


ANTON HONZIK Skull Fracture Fatal to Anton Honzik, 62 Manitowoc- (photo of car) A 62 year old local resident was pronounced dead on arrival at Holy Family hospital Friday evening, shortly after his auto had sideswiped a parked car and had come to rest against a house at the intersection of South 16th and Washington streets. Doctor Theodore Teitgen, county coroner, attributed the death of Anton J. Honzik, 2014 Wolmer street, to a skull fracture. The coroner, however, further theorized that Mr. Honzik had suffered a heart attack just before the accident. If the traffic death is charged against Manitowoc's safety record, it will have been the first to occur here since July 4, 1949, when Kathleen Wotruba, 1824 Maple street, died as a result of a motorcycle mishap near the terminus of Nagle avenue. Mr. Honzik's 1941 model car struck the car of William Sepnefski, 1405 South 20th street parked on Washington street, 80 feet east of the intersection. The vehicle went out of control, swerved across the intersection and rammed into the back of a residence occupied by William Schuette, 1601 Washington street at the southwest corner. Dr. Teitgen said that apparently Mr. Honzik sustained the skull fracture when the vehicle struck the building with considerable force. Report Car Driverless Pollice reported that two accident witnesses had declared that the car was driverless when it crossed the intersection substantiating the theory that Mr. Honzik had been stricken with a heart attack. In all the vehicle travelled approximately 350 feet from the point of the collision with Sepnefski's car to its resting place on Schuettes lawn. There were no skid marks at the scene to indicate that Mr. Honzik had applied the car's brakes. Mr. Honzik was rushed to the hospital in the city ambulance. Members of the Honzik family said that the dead man was returning from a shopping trip when the accident occurred at ?? p.m. Funeral services for Mr. Honzik will be held at the Melnik Presbyterian church at 2 p.m. Monday with Rev. Ronald Miller officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Honzik was born on a farm in the town of Gibson June 23, 1889. He lived on and operated the farm until his retirement six years ago. At that time he moved to the city of Manitowoc. Held Various Offices During his residence in the town of Gibson, Mr. Honzik once served as assessor and later as treasurer. He had held the office of trustee, elder and treasurer of the Melnik Presbyterian church for anumber of years and was active in those capacities at the time of his death. He also served on the committee of the Public Marketing administration. He married the former Estelle Hlinak who survives him in 1916. Other survivors are two sons, Paul, in the U.S. army in Japan, and Robert, of Milwaukee; one daughter, Mrs. Milton Trost, also of Milwaukee, two brothers, George of Manitowoc and Wencil of the town of Gibson; four sisters, Mrs. John Blaha of Antigo, Mrs. Emil Kloida, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Frank Kunz, of the town of Gibson, and Mrs. William Chaloupka, of Mishicot; and four grandchildren. Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, Manitowoc, after Sunday noon until 10 a.m. Monday when the body will be moved to the Melnik church to lie in state until the hour of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, July 28, 1951, P. 1


ESTELLE HONZIK Mrs. Anton Honzik, 81, Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, died Monday at the home. The former Estella Hlinak was born Feb. 11, 1892 in the Town of Gibson, the daughter of the late Frank and Mary Carbon Hlinak. She married Anton Honzik in 1916 in Gibson. Her husband preceded her in death. Survivors include a son, Paul, Hawaii; a daughter, Mrs. Milton (Lucille) Trost, Crandon; brother, Frank of Gibson; sister, Mrs. John (Emily) Novak, St. Petersburg, Florida; two grandchildren; four great grandchildren. A son and two brothers preceded her in death. Funeral services were held Wednesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Charles R. Freuden officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Denmark Press - Thursday, Nov. 22, 1973 - page 6 ******** Melnik-Brockville Notes Miss Estella Hlinak of this place and Mr. Anton Honzik of Mishicot were quietly married at the home of Miss Hlinak's sister, Mrs. John Novak of Manitowoc, Wednesday of last week, Judge John Chloupek officiating. The attending couple were Miss Martha Carbon and Charles Schaffer, the latter from Antigo. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hlinak of this place and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wenzel Honzik from near Mishicot. Both of the young people are well known about here and Mishicot where they have a host of friends who are tendering their best wishes. After the ceremony the happy couple departed on a honeymoon trip to Milwaukee and upon their return will make their home near Mishicot where Mr. Honzik has a large farm. The Reporter - Fri., July 7, 1916



ANNA HOUDA Mrs. Joseph Houda, 45, Dies at Cicero, Illinois. Mrs. Joseph Houda, 45, formerly a resident of this county, died Saturday at her home in Cicero, Ill. She has been ill for several months. The body is to be brought to Melnik, where funeral services will be held from the Melnik Presbyterian church at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Born Anne Dushek in Czechoslovakia in 1889, she came to this country with her parents when a child. They located on a farm at Melnik. In later years she located at Chicago and was married there in 1912 to Joseph Houda. Twelve years ago they moved to Cicero. Survivors are her husband, mother, Mrs. Barbara Dushek, daughter Irene Anne, a brother Miloslav Dushek of Maribel and a sister, Mrs. William Loeffler of Berwyn, Ill. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 13, 1934 P. 2


JOSEPH A. HOUDA Joseph A. Houda, 76, of 1906 S. 61st Court, Cicero, Ill., died Thursday at his home, following a heart attack. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Melnik Presbyterian Cemetery, the Rev. Richard Schmitz, officiating. Mr. Houda married the former Anna Kren. Survivors include his wife, a step-son, James Kren; a daughter, Mrs. Irene Whidden of Iowa City, Ia.; two step-daughters, Mrs. Elsie Pohl and Mrs. Adeline Vasko of Cicero, Ill., and five grandchildren. Mr. Houda was a member of Dearborn Lodge No. 310, F. and A.M., Palacky Lodge No. 630, I.O.O.F. and T.G. Masaryk Lodge, No. 65, C.S.A., all of Chicago. Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, will be in charge of arrangements. Manitowoc Herald times - Saturday, Nov. 25, 1961 - page M9


EDWARD HRONEK Edward Hronek, 73, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, Town of Gibson, died Thursday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he had been a patient two weeks. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot and at 2:30 p.m. at Melnik Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Charles Freuden officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Hronek, who never married, was born Nov. 27, 1896 in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Joseph and Julia Shedivy Hronek. He was engaged in farming and spent his lifetime in Town of Gibson. Surviving Mr. Hronek are three sisters, Mrs. Julia Promann of Milwaukee, Mrs. Arthur (Alvina) Kohl of Chicago and Mrs. Charles (Ladonia) Musil of Rt. 2, Two Rivers and a brother, Joseph Hronek of Two Rivers. A brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Saturday. Manitowoc Herald times - July 17, 1970, page T7



HUGO HRONEK Hugo Hronek, 60, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died unexpectedly Monday evening at his home south of Larrabee. Mr. Hronek was born Oct. 9, 1909, in the Town of Gibson, a son of the late Joseph and Julia Shedivy Hronek. He had spent his entire time on the family farm. Survivors include two brothers, Edward on the home farm and Joseph of Two Rivers, and three sisters, Mrs. Julia Pormann of Milwaukee, Mrs. Arthur (Alvian) Kohl of Chicago and Mrs. Charles (Ladonia) Musil of Rt. 2, Two Rivers. Friends may call at the Lambert Funeral Home in Mishicot after 3 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral services will be announced later. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, July 1, 1969 P.5


JOSEPH HRONEK Joseph Hronek, Sr., 96, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, Town of Kossuth, died shortly before noon Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, and at 2 p.m. at Melnik Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Charles Frueden officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Hronek was born March 17, 1871 in the Town of Kossuth, a son of the late Joseph and Frances Steinbrecher Hronek. He married the former Julia Shedivy in 1896. She preceded him in death in September of 1960. He was a longtime member of Melnik Presbyterian Church. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Julia Pormann of Milwaukee, Mrs. Arthur (Alvina) Kohl of Chicago, Ill., and Mrs. Charles (Ladonia) Musil of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; three sons, Joseph of Two Rivers and Edward and Hugo, both on the home farm; four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Seven brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times - Friday, Jan. 19, 1968 - page 6T



JULIA HRONEK Mrs. Joseph Hronek, 83, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, Town of Gibson, died at noon Tuesday at the home. She had been in failing health for several years. Funeral services will be at 1:45 p.m. Friday at Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, and at 2:30 p.m. at Melnik Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Henry Stammer officiating. Mrs. Hronek, nee Julia Shedivy, was born March 4, 1877, in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late Charles and Mary Kouba Hronek. She was married Feb. 18, 1896, to Joseph Hronek. The couple settled on the Hronek homestead farm, and in 1950 the couple retired, a son, Edward, taking over the operation. She was a member of the Melnik Lodge ZCBJ. Besides her husband, she leaves three daughters, Mrs. William Pormann of Milwaukee, Mrs. Arthur Kohl of Chicago and Mrs. Charles Musil of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; three sons, Joseph Jr., of Two Rivers and Edward and Hugo on the home farm; a sister, Mrs. Balsanek of Lakeside, Mich.; a brother, Charles of Two Rivers; four grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3:30 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, September 14, 1960 P. 14


HARLAN HUSSONG Harlan Hussong, age 61, of 18334 Cty. R. Denmark, died Friday, August 13, 1993, at a Green Bay Hospital. Funeral Services will be 1 p.m. Monday, August 16, 1993, at the Melnik Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Karen Doty will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. He was born November 10, 1931, at Morrison, son of Anita Pahl Hussong and the late Allen Hussong. He was a Corporal in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married the former Evelyn Hynek December 15, 1951, at the Melnik Presbyterian Church. He had been employed as plant manager at the Zeman Construction and Concrete Company in Algoma. He was also a former member of the Maribel Sportsman Club, former fire chief of Maribel Fire Department, and also former member of the Maribel Village Board. Survivors include his wife Evelyn; two daughters and sons-in-law, Kathy and Dennis Robinson, Mishicot, Dr. Susan and David Schneider, Wausau; three sons, Rick and Scott, of Maribel, Terry, Green Bay; two grandchildren, Jennifer and Brent Robinson; his mother, Anita Hussong, Cooperstown; one brother and sister-in-law, Wayne and Joyce Hussong, Rockford, Ill; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Janet and Vernon Peterson, Minneapolis, Diane and Paul Kunz, Madison; nieces, nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Glenn. Friends may call the Knutson-Cotter Funeral Home, 536 Cty. R., Denmark, from 4-9 p.m. today, and from noon Monday at the Melnik Presbyterian Church until the time of services. Herald Times Reporter, August 15, 1993 P. A2


ANNA HYNEK Anna K. (Rezek) Hynek, age 95, from Maribel died Sunday morning, August 9, 1998, at her home. Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, August 12, 1998 at 11 a.m., at Melnik Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Karen Doty officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Anna was born August 19, 1902 in Melnik, Wis., to the late Anton and Julia (Andrus) Rezek. She was a lifelong resident of the Maribel area. On November 20, 1929 Anna married Joseph Hynek in Manitowoc, and the coule enjoyed almost 50 years together until his death in 1977. Anna loved gardening, playing cards, puzzles and fishing. She is survived by two daughters, Arlene Watruba and Evelyn Hussong, both of Maribel; ten grandchildren, Larry (Donna) Wotruba, Randy (Rae Ann) Wotruba, Joe( Lori) Wotruba , all of Maribel, Julie (Dan) Pantzlaff and Jean (Scott) Simons, both of Denmark, Kathy (Dennis) Robinson, Mishicot, Rick Hynek, Manitowoc; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and special friends. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents, and two sons-in-law, Lawrence Watruba and Harlan Hussong, three sisters and 6 brothers. Friends may call at Knutson-Cotter Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, August 11, and also after 9 a.m. Wednesday until the Cortege leaves for church. Herald Times Reporter, August 11, 1998 P. 2



JOSEPH HYNEK Joseph P. Hynek, 77, of Maribel, died Sunday afternoon at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville and at 1:30 p.m. at the Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik. The Rev. Greg Meyer will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Mr. Hynek was born March 17, 1900, in the Town of Franklin, son of the late Joseph and Mary Simon Hynek. He married Anna Rezek Nov. 20, 1929, at Manitowoc. The couple resided at Maribel since 1948. He was a carpenter by trade and retired 12 years ago. He was a member of Melnik Presbyterian Church and Maribel Sportsmans Club. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, (private); three brothers, Frank of Whitelaw and Charles and Victor, of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Viola Opichka, of Manitowoc; 10 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at the Saur Funeral Home after 4 p.m Tuesday and from 10 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday. Herald Times Reporter, Monday, June 13, 1977 P. 22


ALZBETA HYPSA Mrs. Elizabeth Hypsa, 83, a former resident of the Town of Gibson, died Sunday at the home of her son, John, at Omaha, Neb., according to word received by relatives here. Mrs. Hypsa was a native of Bohemia and came to the United States with her parents. The family settled in Gibson where Mrs. Hypsa made her home for many years. Her husband, John Hypsa, died about 20 years ago and is buried in the Melnik cemetery. The body will arrive from Omaha Wednesday and will be taken to the Melnik Presbyterian church where it will lie in state until the hour of the funeral. The Rev. Frank Junek will conduct funeral services Thursday morning at 10 o’clock with burial in the adjoining cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 19, 1939 P. 2


JAN HYPSA BRING BODY HERE FROM WEST FOR BURIAL John Hipscha(sic), Sr., Dies in Nebraska, Buried Here The body of John Hipscha, a former resident of Melnik, this county, whose death occurred in Nebraska where the family has resided in late years, was brought here yesterday for burial at his old home and was taken to Melnik today. The body was accompanied by Mrs. Hipscha and her son, John. The Hipscha family resided at Melnik for years and removed to Nebraska to make their home several years ago. Mr. Hipscha was of advanced age. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, January 26, 1915, Page 4 ********* POLIFKA'S CORNERS Members of the Hipscha family of Nebraska whose father was buried in Melnik Tuesday are visiting their relatives here, Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Polifka and Mr. and Mrs. H. Tvznik(sic). Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, January 30, 1915, Page 4 ********* Melnik news: John Kipsa (sic) a former resident of this place, but now of Schuyler, Neb., died at the late home Friday, Jan. 22 and news of his death reached here Saturday, Jan. 28. The body was brought here Tuesday morning for burial at his old home place. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved family. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, February 03, 1915, Page 5 ******** Notes from Melnik Mr. John Hipsa, a former resident of this place but now of Schuyler, Nebraskka, died at the late home Friday, January 22 and news of his death reached here Saturday, January 23rd. The body was brought here Tuesday morning for burial at his old home place. The late Mr. Hipsa was born in Bohemia in the year 1852 and came to this country and with his parents resided here up to a several years ago when they removed to Nebraska where the family have resided of late years. Mr. Hipsa died of pneumonia after an illness of two weeks. He was well and favorably known in this section as was shown by the large concourse that attended the funeral. A wife, one son and three daughters are left to mourn his death. Mr. Hipsa had been a member of the local order of the Z.C.B.J., under whose auspices the funeral was held from the local lodge rooms Tuesday forenoon and interment was at the Melnik Presbyterian Cemetery. Rev. Wanek of Chicago officiated. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved family. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Feb. 4, 1915


A.J. JEDLICKA Jedlicka Services to Be Held on Saturday Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the home in Mishicot and at 2:45 p.m. from the Melnik Presbyterian Church for Anthony Jedlicka, 61, herb doctor, who died suddenly while on a visit to Antigo. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. He was a member of the Z.C.B.J. Lodge. Survivors are his widow, two daughters and one son. Manitowoc Herald times - Friday, Sept. 25, 1936 - page 17


MARIE JEDLICKA Mrs. Marie Jedlicka, 87, of 1145 N. 18th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Charles Freuden will officiate and burial will be in Melnik Church Cemetery. Mrs. Jedlicka, nee Marie Paul, was born Sept. 8, 1885, in Czechoslovakia, daughter of the late Phillip and Anna Paul. At the age of two she came to the Untied States with her parents, residing at Chicago. She was married to Anton Jedlicka in 1905 at Chicago. The couple came to Melnik area in 1910. Her husband preceded her in death in 1936. She was a member of the V.F.W. Post 659 Auxiliary, she was a Gold Star Mother and was a member of the Z.C.B.J. Lodge. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Ralph (Alma) Kreshek, of Manitowoc and nieces and nephews. A daughter and two sons, preceded her in death. One son, Ewald, was killed June 4, 1944, in World War II in Italy. Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 9 o'clock this Monday evening where a V.F.W. Service will be held at 6:30 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 6, 1972.


ALFRED JUST, DR. Dr. Alfred Just, 49, of 615 Cleveland Avenue, a retired Reedsville dentist, died suddenly Sunday morning. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. Richard Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in the Melnik cemetery. He was born in Cooperstown in 1899, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Wencel Just. He was graduated from Lincoln high school here in 1919 and from the dental school of Marquette university in 1923. He practiced at Pulaski, Wis., for 20 years and then opened an office in Reedsville. He was taken ill three years ago and came to this city to reside with his mother, who died last August. Survivors are two brothers, Dr. W.W. Just of this city and Edward, of Cooperstown. The body may be viewed at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald-Times, 13 Jun 1949


EDWARD F. JUST Edward F. Just, 67, of the Town of Cooperstown, died Friday morning at home after a heart attack. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik, the Rev. Henry Stammer officiating. Burial will be in Melnik Cemetery, where members of the American Legion Post of Denmark will perform graveside military services. Mr. Just was born July 14, 1893, at Cooperstown, son of the late Wenzel and Frances Albrecht Just. He was educated at Cooperstown and Manitowoc schools. He operated a general merchandise store and a tin shop at Cooperstown until 10 years ago and was then employed by Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., of Manitowoc, retiring two years ago. He married Elsie Meinert in August, 1926, at Antigo. She preceded him in death six years ago. Mr. Just was a veteran of World War I and a member of the American Legion of Denmark. Survivors include a daughter, a brother, Dr. William Just of Manitowoc, and a grand- child. Friends may call at Dewane Funeral Home, Denmark, after 2 p.m. Sunday and at the church from 10 a.m. Monday until time of service. Members of the American Legion, Denmark Post, will meet in a body at 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 17, 1960 P. 14


ELSIE JUST Mrs. Edward Just, 54, a resident of Cooperstown, Manitowoc County, for 26 years, died Saturday night at a Green Bay hospital following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Melnik Presbyterian Church. Student Pastor Ronald Miller officiating, and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Just, the former Elsie Meinert, was born July 21, 1898, at Branch and lived in Antigo for 14 years. She was married August 14, 1926, to Mr. Just and the couple moved to Cooperstown. She is survived by her husband, a daughter, Sally at home; three brothers, Theodore, Carl and Elmer of Antigo; and two sisters, Mrs. Emil Novak of Antigo and Mrs. Bernard McKinnon of Green Bay. Friends may call at the Knutson Funeral Home, Denmark, until Tuesday morning when the casket will be moved to the church at Melnik. Manitowoc Herald Times Monday, December 22, 1952 pg. 2-M


FRANCES JUST Mrs. Wenzel Just, 81, died this morning at her home, 615 Cleveland avenue, following a lingering illness. She was born Frances Albrecht in Kewaunee in 1866 and 57 years ago was married to Mr. Just. They operated a general store and tinsmith shop at Cooperstown. Following Mr. Just's death in 1911 she continued the business until 20 years ago when she came to this city. She was a member of the Ladies Aid society of the Melnik Presbyterian church. Survivors are three sons, Drs. W.W. and Alfred J. Just of this city and Edward of Cooperstown; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Melnik Presbyterian church, the Rev. Yaroslav Vrany officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after Tuesday noon and will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Wednesday to lie in state until the hour of services. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Monday, August 16, 1948 pg. 2


JIRI JUST Death Sat. in Cooperstown of 82-yr. old Wenzel Justa, one of the oldest settlers of that town, of old age debility. The deceased came to Cooperstown from Bohemia more than 50 yrs. ago and has lived there ever since. He is survived by several children. The burial took place Mon. in the cemetery at Melnik. Der Nord Westen, 18 June 1903 ******* At an early hour this morning Wenzel Justa, Sr., one of the best known and oldest residents of Cooperstown, answered the last summons at the home of his son. Deceased was born in Bohemia and has resided in this county for more than fifty years. For many years he had been engaged in the mercantile business at Cooperstown and was a prosperous and prominent member of the community. His death was due to infirmities incident to old age, having passed the four-score mark in life's journey and was 82 years of age at the time of death. Mr. Justa is survived by a large family of children. The funeral will take place Monday in Melnik. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, June 13, 1903 P.1 ******** Wenzel Justa, for fifty years one of the residents of this county at Cooperstown is dead at the age of 82 years. Born in Bohemia, he came here in early life and for years was engaged in the mercantile business at Cooperstown. A large family of children survive. Manitowoc Pilot, June 18, 1903 p.1 ********* (The newspaper was in error. Wenzel Just was the son of George Just. George Just is the one who died in 1903/Jiri is George in English) ********* (From 1860 Gibson census: George Just 38; Magdaline 36; Joseph 8; Mary 5; Anna 3; Rosalie 9/12; August 10) ********** (From 1880 Gibson census: George Tusta(sic) age 58; Magdalena 56; Wenzel 18; Elizabeth 16) ********** (From 1900 Cooperstown census: Wenzel Just age 37 b.1862; wife Frances age 30 b.1869; Blanche 12; Edward 6; William 5; Alfred 1) ******** George Just birth: 1822 Europe death: 13 June 1903 Cooperstown, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Two Rivers residence: 1903 Cooperstown spouse: Magdalena Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


VACLAV JUST Notes From Melnik: Many from here attended the funeral of the late Wencel Just, who was born and reared in this vicinity. Mr. Just's death occurred at his home in Cooperstown last week Tuesday where he conducted a general merchandise store. He was fifty years of age and was a man of great physical strength and exceptional good habits which brought him a good word from his friends. The deceased is survived by a wife and family. The funeral was held Saturday of last week from the late home under the auspices of the Z.C.B.J. and Melnik Sokol, both of which deceased was a member. Interment was at the local Presbyterian cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, December 28, 1911 pg. 8 ******** Notes From Zander: Many from here attended the funeral of Mr. Just of Cooperstown Saturday. He was buried in the cemetery at Melnik. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, December 21, 1911 pg. 8



LIBUSE LILIE JUSTOVA Lissy Just birth: 22 October 1901 Cooperstown death: 24 December 1901 Cooperstown, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Gibson, Wis. residence: 1901 Cooperstown father: Wencel Just mother: Francis Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


GORDY KARBON 3 Are Killed on German Front Manitowoc Soldiers’ Deaths Reported By War Dept. Today Three Manitowoc casualties—all in the fighting on the western European front—were reported today by the War Department, bringing the death list in this county in World War II to 90. The dead: Pfc. Donald A. Schmidt, 30, of 2215 Waldo boulevard. Pvt. Thomas C. Isselmann, 19, of route 5, Manitowoc. Pfc. Gardy(sic) Karbon, 30, of Cooperstown PFC. Karbon, an employe of the Bouril Auto company until his entrance into service on July 10, 1942, was killed Dec. 4, in Germany. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Karbon, live at Cooperstown. Word of his death was received Dec. 26. Memorial Jan. 7 He was stationed at Camp Swift, Texas, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Los Angeles, Calif., and Indiantown Gap, Pa., before leaving for overseas in July of this year. Survivors are his parents, a brother (sic) Cpl. Howard Karbon, in France for two and one-half years, Harold Karbon, Larrabee, John Karbon Jr., at home; six sisters, Adeline Cookler, Cooperstown; Mrs. Robert Thompson, Manitowoc; Mrs. Lester Mathies, Denmark; Mrs. Floyd Cookl, Marcella, and Bernice Karbon, Cooperstown. Memorial services for the deceased will be held Sunday, Jan. 7 at the Melnik Presbyterian church, conducted by the Rev. Yaroslav Vrany at 1 o’clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 29, 1944 P. 2 ******** (Note: This article has been split with obits. being put in the cemetery where the individuals are buried)


JOHN C. KARBON John Karbon Sr., 88, of Denmark, died Friday in a Green Bay Nursing Home. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday in Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik. The Rev. Greg Meyer will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Karbon was born December 15, 1890 in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late Peter and Elizabeth Herdina Karbon. He married Rose Novy December 28, 1911 in the Town of Kossuth. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Harold of Two Rivers, Howard of Cooperstown and John Jr. of Newton; four daughters, Mrs. Robert (Ethel) Thompson of Manitowoc, Mrs. Lester (Gladys) Mathis and Mrs. Claude (Bernice) Christiansen of Denmark and Mrs. Anton (Marcella) Balzan of Newton; 22 grandchildren and 39 great grandchildren. A son and two daughters preceded him in death. Friends may call in Knutson Funeral Home, Denmark after 3 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times - Saturday, April 8, 1978 - page 3


MARY E. KARBON Mrs. John (Mary E.) Karbon, age 77, of 8032 Carstens Lake Road, Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon, Feb. 13, 2006, at St. Luke's Medical Center, Milwaukee. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, 2006, at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Community, 8100 Brunner Road, Newton. The Rev. David Beaudry will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with cremation to follow the service. Mary was born Jan. 13, 1929, in Green Bay, daughter of the late Martin and Elsie Fictum Schweiner. She graduated from Denmark High School in 1947. Mary was married to John L. Karbon Jr. on Sept. 1, 1948, at All Saints Catholic Church in Denmark. She was employed at the Mirro Corporation for 42 years, her last three years as senior consumer consultant. Mary had been a Girl Scout leader in the past in Denmark. She had also been a member of St. Isadore's Altar Society as a treasurer, St. Casimir's Altar Society and was a current member of St. Thomas the Apostle, as well as a member of the YMCA. She was one of the founders of the Newton Firefighter Auxiliary, plus their president. Survivors include her husband: John of rural Manitowoc; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Jim (Karen) Schweiner of Freedom; Martin (Nancy) Schweiner of Green Bay; three sisters and two brothers-in-law: Grace (Harold) Rosenbaum of Greenleaf; Doris Schweiner, SSF of Milwaukee; Pat (Ed) Valenta of Maribel; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends survive. She was preceded in death by one sister and brother-in-law: Lillian (Paul) Kassner; three sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law: Bernice (Claude) Christensen; Marcella Balzan; Howard (Rose) Karbon. Relatives and friends may call at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Community on Wednesday (TONIGHT), from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m., and on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be parish prayer service held this evening at 7:30 p.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc, is serving the family. Herald Times Reporter February 2006



ROSE KARBON Mrs. John (Rose) Karbon, 85, of Denmark, died Tuesday morning at home. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday in Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik. The Rev. Greg Meyer will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Karbon, nee Rose Novy, was born Oct. 8, 1893 in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late John and Catherine Weber Novy. She was married to John Karbon Dec. 27, 1911, in the Town of Gibson. He preceded her in death April 7, 1978. Survivors include three sons, Harold of Two Rivers, Howard of Cooperstown and John Jr. of Newton; four daughters, Mrs. Robert (Ethel) Thompson of Manitowoc, Mrs. Lester (Gladys) Mathis of Denmark, Mrs. Anthony (Marcella) Balzan of Newton and Mrs. Claude (Bernice) Christensen of Denmark; two brothers, Joseph Novy of Melnik and Ben Novy of Manitowoc, 22 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren. A son and two daughters preceded her in death. Friends may call in Knutson Funeral Home, Denmark, after 3 o'clock this Wednesday afternoon. Manitowoc Herald Times Wednesday, July 25, 1979


ANTON KETTNER Anton Kettner, who spent his entire lifetime on the homestead farm, route 2, Two Rivers, died there from a heart attack at 1 o'clock Sunday afternoon. He was 64 years of age. Funeral arrangements have been set for 1 o'clock Wednesday at the Pfeffer funeral home and 2 o'clock at the Melnik Presbyterian church, the Rev. Yaroslav Vrany officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. The body will lie in state at Pfeffers after 7 o'clock tonight. Mr. Kettner's birth occurred on Aug. 4, 1881. He was married 37 years ago to the former Frances Duiek, who survives with Mrs. Lena Kettner of Rhinelander, mother of the deceased; three children, Mrs. Victor Zeman of Maribel, Joseph of this city and John of Francis Creek. A sister, Mrs. Joseph Ginzel of Rhinelander and six grandchildren are also among the survivors. Mr. Kettner was a member of the ZCBJ lodge. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 17, 1945 P. 2


ELIZABETH KETTNER Elizabeth Kettner Wisconsin, Death Records Name Elizabeth Kettner Event Type Death Event Date 1902 Event Place Kossuth, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Residence Place Kossuth, Gender Female Age 79 Marital Status Widowed Race W Birth Date 18 Nov 1822 Birth Year (Estimated) 1823 Birthplace Bohemia Burial Place Gibson, Wis. Cemetery Prespeterian Cemetery Father's Name George Schuber Father's Birthplace Bohemia Mother's Birthplace Bohemia Spouse's Name Wenzel Kettner "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907"


FRANCES KETTNER Mrs. Anton (Frances) Kettner, 87, a former Manitowoc, resident, died Tuesday evening, September 4 at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. For the past year, Mrs. Kettner had resided with her daughter, Mrs. Victor Zeman of Maribel. Mrs. Kettner, the former Frances Dufek, was born June 13, 1886 at Fayette, Michigan, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Dufek. She married Anton Kettner June 23, 1900 and the couple farmed in the Town of Kossuth until Mr. Kettner's death in 1945. Mrs. Kettner then resided in Manitowoc until making her home with her daughter. She was a member of Melnik Presbyterian Church and the Martha Society of that church. She was also a member of Racine Star Local 169. Survivors include two sons, Joe and John of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Victor Zeman of Maribel; three brothers, Matt of Manitowoc, Frank of Mountain View, Missouri and Andres of Crystal Lake, Ill.; a sister, Mrs. Barbara Bouganger of Land O'Lakes, Wis.; seven grandchildren; a step-grandchild and 10 great grandchildren. Five brothers preceded her in death. Funeral services were held a 2 pm Friday, September 7, with the Rev. Charles Freuden officiaing. Burial was in the church cemetery. Denmark Press - Thursday, September 13, 1973 - page 6



JOHN KETTNER COUNTY RESIDENT IS BURIED TODAY Funeral services for John Kettner, well known county farmer who died at Kossuth early this week, were held at Melnik this afternoon with interment in the Melnik cemetery. He was a life-long county resident and lived on the same farm in Kossuth all of his life. Out of town people at the funeral included Anton Belsky, Mrs. Charles Ryter and Mrs. John Chiska of Chicago. Manitowoc Heradl News, Friday, Janaury 18, 1929 P.2 *********** Fischerville news: The funeral of John Kettner who passed away at his home Tuesday was held from the home Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock with services at the Melnik Presbyterian church and burial at the adjoining cemetery, Rev. Weber of Manitowoc officiating. He leaves to mourn his death, his widow, and two sons, Aanton (sic) of this community and Wenzel of ???? ????, daughter, Mrs. Mary Ginzl of Rhinelander. One daugher, Mrs. Duffeck preceded hiin death two years ago. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, January 24, 1929 P.8


LENA KETTNER Mrs. John Kettner, 88, former Kossuth resident, died Monday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Joseph Ginzl of Rhinelander, with whom she had made her home the past five years. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Melnik Presbyterian church in Melnik. The body may be viewed after noon on Saturday. Mrs. Kettner, nee Magdalina Peal, was born in Bohemia in 1860 and came to the United States with the family when she was 10 years old. She was married to John Kettner in 1884. She was preceded in death by her husband, daughter, Emma, and sons, Wencel and Anton. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Ginzl of Rhinelander; sister, Mrs. Jennie Herman of Antigo; brother, Joseph of Antigo; 17 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Kettner was a member of the Bohemian Fraternal association since 1903. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 7, 1949 P. 2


WENZEL KETTNER CITY AND COUNTY: Wenzel Ketner (sic) of Kossuth aged 78 died on Wednesday morning. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, August 15, 1895 pg. 2


GARY L. KILBRIDE Gary Lee Kilbride, 28, 1209 Harvey Street, Green Bay, died unexpectedly Tuesday at home. He was a 1965 graduate of Pulaski High School. He served with the Armed Forces from 1966 to 1970, spending 13 months in Vietnam. He was employed by American Can Northern Division. Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Kilbride, Maribel; one brother, James, Green Bay; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Dorothy Knowl, Green Bay; one niece, Amy. Funeral services were hald at the Malcore Funeral Home, Friday afternoon with the Rev. Charles Freuden officiating. Burial was in Melnik Cemetery. Denmark Press - Thurs., Thurs., Sept. 4, 1975 - page 6


LORRAINE KILBRIDE Mrs. James (Lorraine) Kilbride, 64, 1331 Bellevue St., Lot 101, died Wednesday evening, December 9, 1987 at a local hospital. The daughter of the late Edward and Pauline VandenPlas was born June 23, 1923 in the Town of Humboldt. On September 6, 1941, she married Mr. Kilbride. Mrs. Kilbride enjoyed fishing and camping. Survivors include her husband, James; one son and daughter-in-law, James III and Jean Kilbride, Green Bay; two grandchildren, Colleen and Jimmy Kilbride, Green Bay; two brothers and one sister-in-law, John VandenPlas, Green Bay; Albert and Mabel VandenPlas, New Franken; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one son, Gary Lee; one sister, Ella Loy. Friends may call at Malcore Funeral Home, University Ave. at Baird St., from 2 to 9 p.m. Friday, and prior to the funeral on Saturday. Prayer service 8 p.m. Friday. Funeral 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with the Rev. Wilfred E. Tabb officiating. Burial in the Melnick Cemetery, Melnick. Green Bay Press-Gazette Thursday, December 10, 1987 pg. B10 ******** (23 Jun 1923/09 Dec 1987/SSDI)



ERWIN KIND Erwin Kind, 63, of 1305 Lawe St., Green Bay, died unexpectedly Tuesday at home. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Green Bay. The Rev. Richard Glock will officiate and burial will be in Melnik Church Cemetery, Melnik. Mr. Kind was born July 9, 1907, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Edward and Ann Kind. He married Norma Strouf in 1931. The couple farmed in the Town of Gibson until 1949, moving to Green Bay. Mr. Kind had been employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., and was a member of Local No. 447 of Manitowoc. Survivors include his wife, a son and a daughter (Survivors omitted for privacy.) and 10 grandchildren. Friends may call at Malcore Funeral Home, 701 N. Baird St., Green Bay, after 6:30 p.m. Thursday until noon Saturday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 28, 1971


NORMA KIND Mrs. Erwin (Norma) Kind, age 85, of 2305 San Luis Place, Green Bay, died Monday, October 28, 1996, at San Luis Manor. Funeral Services will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 30, 1996, at the Malcore Funeral Home, 701 N. Baird St., Green Bay. Pastor David H. Hatch will officiate with burial in the Melnick Presbyterian Cemetery. She was born in Mishicot on July 15, 1911, daughter of the late Antone and Anna (Graycarek) Strouf. Norma married the late Erwin Kind in September of 1931, in the town of Gibson. He preceded her in death in 1971. She was the head cook at many restaurants in the area. Norma loved to dance, sew, cook, and play the piano. Survivors include one daughter, Virginia Verhagen, Green Bay; one son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Kathy Kind, Waco, Texas; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by one sister, Adeline Loeh; one grandchild, Karen Veragen; one great-grandchild, Hether Verhagen. Friends may call at the Malcore Funeral Home, University Ave., at Baird St., from 4 p.m. on Wednesday until the time of service at 8 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, October 29, 1996 P. A2


CHARLOTTE KITTELL “Lottie” Kittell, 82, Maribel passed away peacefully at a Manitowoc hospital. She was born on June 30, 1918 in the Town of Gibson to Louis and Tillie (Salta) Rezek. She married Russell Kittell on November 21, 1941 in Melnik, Wisconsin. Together they farmed in the Maribel area until retirement. She is survived by her husband of 59 years Russell; 4 sons, Russell (Judy) Kittell and their children Katherine (Richard) Kittell, Mary (Steve) Krish, Lisa (Herbert) Barnard, Michael Kittell and fiancé Carrie Kroll, Matthew Kittell, and Sara Kittell; son Roger (Carol) Kittell and their children Rick Kittell, and Cheryl (Cory) Suchocki; son Merlin Kittell and his daughter Krystel Kittell; son John (Vicki) Kittell and their children Jason Kittell and fiancé Sheila Krejcarek, and Robin Kittell and special friend Scott Morrison; 6 great-grandchildren; Zachary, Ashley and Broch Kittell, Keith and Nicole Kirsh, and Hunter Kittell; 1 brother, Victor Rezek and 2 sister-in-laws Verna Rezek, and Muriel Kittell; 2 sisters and 2 brothers-in-law Betty (Martin) Wotruba, and Irene (Emil) Kunstman. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers Roy and Harvey Rezek, and sister-in-law Lucille Rezek. Friends and family may call on Friday April 6, 2001 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Knutson/Cotter Funeral Home, 536 County R. Denmark. Visitation will continue on Saturday, April 7, 2001 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Melnik Presbyterian Church. Funeral services Saturday, April 7, 2001, 10:30 a.m. at the church, with Reverend Karen M. Doty officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Herald Times Reporter, April 5, 2001 P. A10 ******** The Rev. Yaroslav Vraney read the marriage service this morning at half past nine at Melnik Presbyterian Church for Miss Charlotte Rezek, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Rezek of Mishicot and Russell Kittell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Almond Kittell of Denmark. White satin fashioned the bridal gown, which had a full skirt and fitted bodice and a long train. The bride wore a fingertip veil, which was caught to her hair with a coronet of seed pearls and she carried a bouquet of pink roses and white pompoms. As her “something old”, she wore her mother's locket watch. Miss Evelyn Kittell, as maid of honor, wore a pink taffeta dress with a fitted bodice and full skirt and also carried a bouquet of roses and pompoms. Miss Grace Parizek and Miss Grace Pavlichek wore blue and rose velvetry satin, respectively with matching tiaras and short veils. They too carried roses and pompoms. Each attendant wore a strand of pearls which were the gifts of the bride. Celia Rezel, the flower girl, wore a long white dress with a ruffled skirt and a short veil. She carried a mixed bouquet and the cross which hung around her neck was the bride's gift. Roy Rezek was the best man, Victor Rezek and Melvin Kittell ushered and Romy Novak was the ringbearer. Seventy-five guests were served dinner and supper at the Rezek home today. Among them were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bauer of Milwaukee and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pavlichek of Antigo. A wedding dance will be held at the Denmark Pavilion tonight. Manitowoc Herald Times - Sat., Nov. 21, 1942 - page 8


RUSSELL G. KITTELL Russell G. Kittell, age 90, Cooperstown, passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2011, at a local hospital. He was born March 19, 1921, in Glenmore, Wis., son of the late Almond and Matilda (Sidel) Kittell. Russell farmed and worked at Lake to Lake until his retirement. He married Charlotte “Lottie” Rezek on Nov. 21, 1941, and she preceded him in death on April 3, 2001. He liked to play Sheepshead and raise flowers in his garden. Survivors include four sons: Russell (Judith) Kittell, Cooperstown, Roger (Carol) Kittell, Cooperstown, Merlin Kittell, Cooperstown, and John (Vicki) Kittell, Maribel; 11 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild; sister-in-law: Muriel Kittell, Denmark; sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Emil and Irene Knustman, Two Rivers; sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Martin and Betty Wotruba, Maribel; and sister-in-law: Verna Rezek, Mishicot. In addition to his parents and wife, Russell was preceded in death by his brothers: Melvin, Carlton, and Roland; and one sister: Evelyn. Friends may call Sunday, May 8, 2011, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Knutson-Cotter Funeral Home, 536 Cty R. Denmark. Visitation will continue on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. at Melnik Presbyterian Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cotterfuneralhome.com Herald Times Reporter, May 5, 2011



FRANK KLIMENT Frank Kliment, 70, of Larrabee, died Sunday evening at home following a brief illness. Funeral services are tentatively set for 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Kliment was born Jan. 5, 1896, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late Joseph and Frances Krejcarek Kliment. He married the former Lily Podrabsky Oct. 21, 1930. He farmed in the Town of Gibson until 1955. His wife preceded him in death Dec. 14, 1954. Mr. Kliment was also a carpenter and for many years was a well-known musician playing with several area bands. Survivors include five brothers, Joseph, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, Fred and John, of Manitowoc, Henry, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, and Charles, of Rt. 1, Maribel; a sister, Mrs. Fred Swetlik of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, and nieces and nephews. Two sisters and a brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, after 3 p.m. Tuesday until 11 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be removed to the church where the body will lie in state until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 3, 1966 P. 5


LILLIAN M. KLIMENT Mrs. Frank Kliment, 55, died unexpectedly of a heart attack Tuesday morning at the home in Melnik. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Melnik Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Sherman Roach officiating, with burial in the church cemetery. Mrs. Kliment, the former Lillian Podrabsky, was born May 5, 1899, in the Town of Kossuth and was married to Frank Kliment Oct. 21, 1921. She was a member of the church, Ladies Aid Society and the church choir for 20 years. Survivors include the husband and mother, Mrs. Adolph Podrabsky of Melnik. Friends may call at the Knutson Funeral Home at Denmark from 8 p.m. Wednesday until Friday morning when the casket will be moved to the church at Melnik. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, December 15, 1954 P. 29


ALEXANDER J. KONIECZNY Alexander J. (Alex) Konieczny, age 71, formerly of 15811 Kruger Road, Mishicot, entered into heaven on Sunday, April 5, 2009, at the Rivers Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center in Manitowoc. The son of the late Alexander and Martha Schiklinski, Konieczny was born on Aug. 29, 1937, in Peshtigo, Wis. Alex and his family moved to Indiana where he worked for Coca-Cola. He later moved back to the town of Gibson where he met the former LaVerne Rezek and was married on May 11, 1968, in Tisch Mills. They farmed together until 1993. Alex worked with many of his close friends at the Myron Kudick Vegetable farm, until becoming ill in October of 2008. He was proud of his Polish heritage and serving his country in the United States Army as a Specialist 4th Class from Feb. 20, 1955, to Feb. 30, 1958. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) In addition to his parents, he also was preceded in death by five brothers, Edward, Sylvester (Fay), Casmir, Stanley (Patsy) and Francis Konieczny and by three sisters, Irene (Reuben) Gove, Elenore (Walter) Severs, Marie Miller, and a brother-in-law, Daniel Johanek Jr. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at the Melnik Presbyterian Church in Melnik, with the Rev. Matthew Sauer officiating with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Relatives and friends may call after 9 a.m. on Wednesday at the church, until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home of Mishicot is assisting the Konieczny family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, April 6, 2009


LAVERNE KONIECZNY LaVerne Konieczny, agee 75, of 15811 Kruger Rd., Mishicot, entered into eternal life on Friday, October 4, 2013 at her residence. LaVerne was born March 27, 1938 in Manitowoc to the late Hugo and Helen Graycarek Rezek and has been a lifelong area resident. She married Alex Konieczny on May 11, 1968 in Tisch Mills. He preceded her in death on April 5, 2009. She was a member of the Melnik Presbyterian Church, and is survived by one brother: Robert Rezek, of Mishicot, two sisters: Audrey Johanek, of Zander, Susan (Thomas) Wagner, of Manitowoc, brothers-in-law and sisters in law: Gertrude and Willard Bunton, Ruth and Lawrence Willy, all of Indiana, nieces, and nephews. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was also preceded in death by one brother: Lester Rezek. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 11, 2013 at the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home in Mishicot, with Elder Warren Kraft officiating. Burial of her cremated remains will take place in the Melnik Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call after 10:00 a.m. on Friday at the funeral home, until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. LaVerne is living her dream in Heaven, and her dream was to be with her husband in Heaven and have the two little girls they wanted, but could not have them here on earth. Herald Times Reporter, October 2013



ADOLPH KOVARIK Adolph Kovarik, 81, of route 1, Maribel, died Thursday noon at his home following an illness of three weeks. Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Saur funeral home, Kellnersville, and at 2 p.m. at the Melnik Presbyterian church. Student Pastor Ronald Miller will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Mr. Kovarik was born in Gibson in 1870 and in 1895 married Anne Hensch. They operated a farm in Kossuth for three years and then moved to a farm in Kossuth which they operated for 36 years. For the past 16 years, Mr. Kovarik had operated a tavern in Cooperstown. Survivors are the wife; daughter, Mrs. Matt Polifka of route 1, Cato; son, Wencil on the home farm; two sisters, Mrs. Rose Anderson and Mrs. Emma Manthey of Manitowoc; eight grandchildren and one great grandchild. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Saturday until time of services on Monday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 25, 1951 P. 2


ANNA KOVARIK Mrs. Adolph Kovarik, 75, of Gibson, died Monday at the farm home, now operated by her son and daughter in law, Mr. and Mrs. Wencil Kovarik. Funeral services will be held at 1:15 p.m. Thursday at the Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, and at 2 o’clock at the Melnik Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Richard Schmitz will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Kovarik was born Anna Hensch in Gibson in 1877 and in 1895 was married to Mr. Kovarik. They operated a farm in Kossuth for a few years and 55 years ago acquired the present farm in Gibson. The couple retired 18 years ago and Mr. Kovarik died in 1951. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Matt Polifka of Clarks Mills; son, Wencil on the home farm; two sisters, Mrs. Frank Valenta of Star Route, Denmark, and Mrs. Joseph Baloun of Kewaunee; eight grand- children and a great grandchild. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 19, 1953 P. 19


FRANCIE KOVARIK RESIDENT OF COUNTY FOR 70 YEARS DIES Mrs. Frances Kovarik, a resident of the county for more than seventy y ears, died at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Nels Anderson, 710 North Tenth street, at 2 o’clock yesterday afternoon, her demise being due to infirmities incident to advanced age. The funeral will be held from the home at 9 o’clock Friday morning, the Rev. Tepley of the Melnik Presbyterian church officiating and burial will be at the Melnik cemetery. Born at Prague, Bohemia, May 10, 1842, Mrs. Kovarik, who was Frances Bieley before her marriage, was eighty-four on her last birthday. She came to this country in 1854 and November 10, 1860 was married to John Kovarek, the family taking up their home in Gibson where the husband died fifteen years ago. The widow continued to make her home in Gibson until ten years ago when she moved to this city to live with her daughter. Surviving her are five children, Adolph of Molnik, Frank of Kellnersville and James W., Mrs. Nels Anderson and Mrs. Otto Mathey of this city together with a number of grandchildren. Mrs. Kovarik devoted her life to her home and her family and was never identified with any of the social organizations. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, October 27, 1926 P. 2


FRANK KOVARIK Frank Kovarik, 71, of Kellnersville, retired farmer, died Monday afternoon at the Holy Family hospital following a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at the Melnik Presbyterian church at 2 p.m. Thursday, the Rev. Yaroslav Vrany officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Kovarik was born in Gibson in 1876 and married Miss Rose Bieley. They located on a farm in Gibson. Thirty years ago they moved to Kellnersville. Mrs. Kovarik died 27 years ago. Survivors are two brothers, James of this city and Adolph of Maribel; two sisters, Mrs. Rose Anderson and Mrs. Emma Manthey, both of this city. The body may be viewed at the Mittnacht-Kollath funeral home, North Water street, after 6 p.m. today and will be moved to the Melnik church at 10 a.m. Thursday to lie in state until the hour of the services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 27, 1947 P. 2


JAN KOVARIK DIED: John Kovarik, a resident of the town of Gibson since 1854, died at his home there on Saturday morning aged 73 years. Death was due to paralysis. Decedent, who was a native of Bohemia, immigrated to this county in 1854 locating on a farm in Gibson, where he had since resided. Besides his widow, three sons, Adolph, Frank and James, all of Gibson, and three daughters, Mrs. John Steuber, Shoto, Mrs. Nils Anderson and Mrs. Otto Manthey of this city, survive. The funeral was held Monday at Melnik, interment being at Melnik cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, July 11, 1907 pg. 1 ******** Death in Town Gibson of 73-year old Frank Kovarik following a stroke. He leaves his widow, 3 sons and 3 daughters. The funeral was held Monday in Melnik. Der Nord Westen, 11 July 1907 (Note: I believe the obit goes here. The year, month, place, surname all match. Frank may be his middle name or the name he usually went by)


MABEL KOVARIK Mabel Kovarik, age 98, of 2617 Riverside Dr., Two Rivers, formerly of 7622 Old Hwy Y, Whitelaw, and currently residing at the Wisteria Haus of Two Rivers, passed away Friday morning, July 22, 2011, at the Wisteria Haus of Two Rivers. Mabel was born on June 6, 1913, in the town of Gibson, daughter of the late Elizabeth Wegner. She married Wencil Kovarik on Nov. 5, 1930, at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on March 30, 1983. The couple farmed for 48 years retiring in February of 1978. They had a loving 53 years together. Mom was a very loving mother and grandmother. She loved visiting different places and loved gardening. Mabel had a great love for animals. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law: Lillian (Glenn) Schultz, Two Rivers; one son and daughter-in-la: Louis (Rosanna) Kovarik, Whitelaw; four grandchildren: Gary Schultz, Maribel; Jule (Markus) Rump, Fall River; James (Wilma) Kovarik, Two Rivers; Jodi (Randy) Smith, Bonduel; four great-grandchildren also survive. Mabel was preceded in death by her mother: Elizabeth Wegner; her husband: Wencil Kovarik; and one granddaughter: Debra K. Schultz. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 26, 2011, at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Kellnersville. The Rev. Richard Runge will officiate with burial at Melnik Presbyterian Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. Online condolences may be sent to www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com. The family would like to extend a thank you to the staff of Wisteria Haus of Two Rivers, for the thoughtful care given to Mabel. She recognized this and it was greatly appreciated. Herald Times Reporter, July 2011 ******** Notes from Melnik Miss Mabel Wagner from near Zander and Wencel Kovrik of this plaace were united in marriage Wednesday, November 5 by Judge John Chloupek, in the private chambers of the Judge. Miss Annie Wagner was the maid of honor with Joseph Zima as the best man. A dinner and reception were held at the home of the bride's grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Wagner, near Zander. In the evening the wedding party repaired to Melnik hall where a wedding dance as held ad a fine time was had. Mr. and Mmrs. Kovarik will make their home in this vicinity on a farm. They are both well known young people here and at Zander. The correspondent joins with their many friends in extending best wishes to the happy couple on their pathway of life together. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Nov. 13, 1930


WENCEL KOVARIK Wencil Kovarik, 81, of Route 1, Whitelaw, Town of Gibson, died Wednesday morning, March 30, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville. The Rev. James L. Thomson will officiate and burial will be in Melnik Presbyterian Cemetery. Mr. Kovarik was born Aug. 31, 1901, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Adolph and Anne Hinesh Kovarik. He married Mabel Wagner Nov. 5, 1930, at Manitowoc. The couple operated the Kovarik homestead farm 48 years, retiring in February, 1978. He was also employed at Mishicot Condensery and Maribel Lumber Company. Survivors include his wife, Mabel, a son and daughter-in-law, Louis and Rosanha Kovarik of Route 1, Whitelaw; a daughter and son-in-law, Lillian and Glenn Schultz of Two Rivers and five grandchildren, Mrs. Jule Rump, James Kovarik, Jodi Kovarik, Gary Schultz and Debra Schultz. A sister and two nephews preceded him in death. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. Saturday until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, March 30, 1983 P. 3 ******** (31 Aug 1901/Mar 1983)



EDWARD KOZLOVSKY Edward Kozlovsky, 73, of Denmark, died Saturday morning at a Green Bay hospital. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Gervase J. Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Kozlovsky was born Nov. 4, 1899, in the Town of Cooperstown, son of the late Frank and Anna Konop Kozlovsky. He married Mary Witt Nov. 27, 1929, in the Town of Gibson. They farmed in the Town of Cooperstown until 1969, retiring and moving to the village of Denmark. Survivors include his wife, a daughter, (private); a brother, Adolph, of Nekoosa; and a sister, Mrs. Edward Dworak, of Denmark. Three brothers and three sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at Knutson Funeral Home, Denmark, after 3 o’clock this Monday afternoon until 11 a.m. Tuesday and from noon at the church until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, Monday, August 13, 1973 P. 16


MARY KOZLOVSKY Mrs. Edward (Mary) Kozlovsky, 82 of Denmark, died Monday morning, October 13, 1986 at a Green Bay Nursing Home. Funeral services will be 11 am Wednesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. Rev. Margaret Wright will officiate with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Mrs. Kozlovsky was born December 6, 1903, daughter of the late Frank and Marie Johanek Witt. She married Edward Kozlovsky on November 27, 1929. Mr. Kozlovsky preceded her in death August 11, 1973. Survivors include a daughter, Elaine at home and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by four sisters and four brothers. Friends may call at Knutson Funeral Home, Denmark, from 4 pm to 9 pm this Tuesday and after 10 am on Wednesday at the church until the hour of service. Manitowoc Herald Times - Tuesday, Oct. 14, 1986 - page 14



ANNA KRAJNIK Mrs. John Kraynik, an old resident of the town of Franklin, passed away at the home of her son, William last Tuesday. She was born in Bohemia and would have been 74 years old September 26. The funeral was held Thursday from the Protestant Church at Melnik with interment at the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Vrancy of Chicago conducted the funeral. She leaves to mourn her loss, one son, William and three daughters, Mrs. Leo Theison, Mrs. Paul Hoverson, Mrs. Charles Dedrichs; fourteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren also survive. Manitowoc Herald News - Saturday, Sept. 18, 1920 - page 4


JAN KRAJNIK MELNIK News: Many from here attended the funeral of the late Mr. Krynik last Monday. Mr. Krynik died at her home near Bolt, last Saturday morning from diseases incidental to old age. Interment was at the Melnik Presbyterian cemetery last Monday forenoon. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, December 15, 1915, Page 4 ******** STANGELVILLE News: John Kraynik passed away peacefully at the home of his son, William, Friday at 12. Mr. Kraynik was born at Melnik, Austria, 82 years ago. In 1868, with his wife he emigrated to this country, where he settled on a farm. Like all pioneers he endured the hardships of a wild country but by patient labor he cleared a nice farm which was owned by his son, William, until a few years ago. Mr. Kraynik is survived by his wife, one son, William of Bolt, three daughters, Mrs. Chas. Dedrichs and Mrs. Leo Theisen of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Paul Hoverson of this place. He is also survived by his brother, Joseph Kraynik of Green Bay. The funeral was held Monday from Melnik church with interment in adjoining cemetery. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, December 16, 1915, Page 4 ********* Anton Kraynik of Racine was here to attend the funeral of the late John Kraynik. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, December 16, 1915, Page 4


ANNA KRATOCHVIL Grandma Kratochvil aged 83 years died suddenly Friday of last week at the home of her daughter Mrs. Wencel Markvart where she has been making her home for many years. The deceased was born at Czech-Sloviakia and came to Manitowoc county with her children following the death of her husband about 30 years ago. She is survived by one daughter Mrs. Wencel Markvart one son is also supposed to survive her but his whereabouts are unknown, the last heard from him was that he was going to South America. The funeral was held Monday May 1st 10 a.m. from the late home and from the Melnik Presbyterian church, with interment at the adjoining cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, May 10, 1922 P.6


BEATRICE KRISH Mrs. Edward (Beatrice) Krish, 81, formerly of Route 1, Mishicot, died Saturday morning, Nov. 14, at Manitowoc Health Care center. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. The Rev. James L. Tomson will officiate and burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Mrs. Krish was born Jan. 18, 1900, in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late Frank, Sr., and Mary Johanek Witt. She was married to Edward Krish, Nov. 9, 1927, at Melnik Presbyterian Church. The couple farmed in the Town of Gibson moving to Mishicot in 1959. Mr. Krish preceded her in death April 26, 1973. She was a member of Melnik Presbyterian Church. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Harold E. and Alberta Krish of route 1, Maribel; a daughter and son-in-law, Jeanette and Arnold Wilda of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Mary Kozlovsky of Denmark; seven grandchildren and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by four brothers and three sisters. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, after 4 p.m. Monday and until 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and then from noon until the time of services at the church. Herald Times Reporter, November 15, 1981 P. 3



EDWARD KRISH Edward Krish, 73, of Rt. 1 Mishicot, died Thursday afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Melnik Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Charles R. Freuden will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Krish was born May 17, 1899, in the Town of Cooperstown, son of the late Frank and Anna Kozlovsky Krish. He married Beatrice Witt Nov. 9, 1937, at Melnik Presbyterian Church. The couple farmed in the Town of Gibson, moving to the present address in 1959. He also was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc, many years and was a member of Melknik Presbyterian Church. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Two sisters and a half-sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, after 3 p.m. Saturday until 11 a.m. Sunday and then at the church from noon until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. April 27, 1973


HARVEY KRIZ Sorrow followed joy in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Krisch,(sic) 523 North Ninth street when death claimed the three day old son born to the couple yesterday. Mrs. Krisch is at the hospital. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, June 05, 1917, Page 3 (Note: I believe this is probably the right child)


MARY KUBISTA FORMER LOCAL RESIDENT DIES AT MADISON Mrs. Mary Kubista, former local resident and early day settler of Melnik, died at Madison where she has made her home for four years, messages today announced. The body will be brought here and later taken to Melnik for burial Thursday morning at 10. The body is at the Urbanek & Wattawa parlor. Mrs. Kubista was 84 years of age and mother of Richard Kubista who formerly was associated in conducting of a boarding house here at Eighth and Chicago streets known as Kubista and Shimonek. Her husband died thirty years ago. Three children survive, Mrs. Jos. Suchan, Oconto Falls, Mrs. Anna Kruml, Virginia, Minn., and Richard of Madison. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, March 10, 1925 P. 2 ******** Melnik-Brockville news: Quite a number from here attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Mary Kubista last Friday. The funeral was held at the local Presbyterian church with burial at the adjoining cemetery. Mrs. Kubista with her husband were pioneer settlers of this vicinity and left here for Manitowoc about thirty years ago. Sympathy is extended to the bereaved family. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, March 18, 1925 P. 9


GOTTFRIED KUNZ Gottfried Kunz, 74, retired town of Gibson farmer, died early Monday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following surgery. Mr. Kunz was born in 1877 in Cooperstown, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Kunz. He operated a farm there several years then bought a farm in Gibson, which he operated for 32 years. In 1899 he married the former Miss Rose Kohout. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, and at 2:30 p.m. in Melnik Presbyterian Church, Melnik, Rev. Roland Miller officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Survivors are four sons, Adolph of Mishicot, Clarence of Two Rivers, and John and Leo, both of Rockwood; sister, Mrs. Frank Wanish of Maribel; brother, John of Los Angeles, Calif.; 13 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. His wife and a daughter, Mrs. Robert Wildtman, preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 9 a.m. Tuesday until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 15, 1951 P. 2


ROSE KUNZ Mrs. Gottfried Kunz, 64, died early this morning at her home in Zanders after having a heart attack. Mrs. Kunz, nee Rose Kohout, was born on March 12, 1880 at Greenstreet, town of Cooperstown. She was married to Mr. Kunz on September 12, 1899, who survives with five children, four grandchildren and one sister. The children are Mrs. Robert Wieldman, Kewaunee route 1; Adolph, Mishicot; Clarence, Zanders; First Lieut. John, Italy; and Leo, Manitowoc. The sister is Mrs. John Shuber, Maribel. The body is at the Specht funeral home where brief services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. and then rites will be held at the Melnik Presbyterian church at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Yaroslav Vrany officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, April 7, 1944 P. 2