TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH CEMETERY OBITUARIES

Liberty Township, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin

EMMA BERG Mrs. Emma O. Berg, 84, Town of Liberty, died Saturday morning, October 4, 1986, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. Rev. Thomas Hartwig will officiate with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Mrs. Berg was born November 15, 1901 in the Town of Liberty, daughter of the late Carl and Eliza Rusch Schultz. Mrs. Berg attended Town of Liberty schools. She married Sigwart Berg on June 19, 1926 at Trinity Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death May 10, 1975. Mrs. Berg was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Trinity Ladies Aide and a member of Valders Senior Citizens. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Virginia Berg of rural Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Marjorie and Morris Wilson of St. Paul, Minnesota; two brothers-in-law, two sisters-in-law, 11 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by three sisters. Friends may call at Chistianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, from 6 pm to 9 pm this Monday and Tuesday from 12 noon until the hour of service at the church. Manitowoc Herald Times - Mon., Oct. 6, 1986 - page 15 ******** (b. 15 Nov. 1901/d. Oct. 1986/SSDI)


SIGWART BERG Sigwart N. Berg, 76, of Rt. 1, Manitwooc, died Saturday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. C.R. Rosenow will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Mr. Berg was born Jan. 18, 1899, in the Town of Manitowoc, son of the late Knut and Ingeborg Alfstad Berg. He attended Cedar Grove School and married Emma Schultz June 19, 1926, at Liberty. He was retired from Hamann Construction Co. of Manitowoc. He was a member of Manitowoc Barbershoppers, Valder's Senior Citizens and Board of Trinity Lutheran Church. Survivors include his wife; a son, a daughter, two brothers, Gordon and William, of Manitowoc; five sisters, Mrs. Christine McGarvie, of Downers Grove, Ill., Mrs. Enanda Sampe, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Clara Torrison and Mrs. Ruth Johnston, of Valders and Mrs. Marie Dedering, of Kiel and 11 grand- children. A brother and three sisters preceded him in death. (Survivors edited for privacy) Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. Sunday until 11 a.m. Monday and at the church from noon until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. May 10, 1975 P. 12 ******* (18 Jan. 1899/May 1975/SSDI)


FERDINAND WM. ERNST BLAUMANN Name: Blaumann, Ferdinand Wm. Ernst D. 9/23/1871 B.: 5/30/1871 Reg. D.: 12/30/1872 sex: m/w Age at death: 3 mo. 24 da. B.P.: Liberty D.P.: Liberty Cem: Trinity Cem. Ch.: Inf. & Address: Chas. Wagner, Newton Spouse: F.: August Blaumann M.: Magdalene Blaumann Cause of Death: convulsions Add Info.: Pg.# 137


AUGUSTA BLECK Mrs. Edward Bleck, 71, county resident for 55 years, died early today at the homestead at Liberty, two miles south of Valders. Although she had been in failing health for two weeks her death was due to a sudden heart stroke. Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m., from the home and at two o'clock from the Trinity Lutheran church, Liberty. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Bleck, nee Augusta Peters, was born in Germany In 1867 and when a girl of 16 came to this county with her parents. They located on a farm in Rockland. In 1890 she was married to Edward Bleck. They lived in Rockland for a time and 35 years ago moved to the present farm south of Valders. Survivors are the widower; six daughters, Mrs. Edward Larson of Valders, Mrs. C. M. Halderson, city, Mrs. Otto Swanke, route 3, Manitowoc, Gusta and Esther, on the home farm, Mrs. Adonis Valleskey of Collins; two sons, Reinhold and Eddie of Liberty; two brothers, Fred of Brilllon and Reinhold; seven grandchildren and one great- grandchild. The body will be moved to the Bleck home from the Berge undertaking parlors, Valders, Saturday at 4 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, March 30 1939


EDWARD C. BLECK (d. 1947) Edward Bleck, 81, died last night at the farm home of his son, Edward Jr., town of Liberty. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Berge funeral home in Valders and at 1:30 at the Trinity Luthern church in Liberty, the Rev. Adelbert Geiger officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining church cemetery. Mr. Bleck was born in Rockland in 1866 and in 1890 married Augusta Peter of the town of Rantoul, Calumet county. They resided in Collins until 1902 when they purchsed the present homestead farm in Liberty. Mrs. Bleck died in 1940. Survivors are five daughters, Mrs. Amanda Larson of Valders, Mrs. Bertha Halverson and Miss Augusta Bleck of Manitowoc, Miss Esther Bleck of Liberty and Mrs. Rosalie Valleskey of Collins; two sons, Reinhold of Liberty and Edward Jr., on the home farm; 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the Berge funeral home from noon Sunday until the time of services on Monday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 5, 1947 P. 2


EDWARD J. BLECK (d. 1991) Edward T. Bleck, 91, of 529 Fairway Drive, Brillion, died unexpectedly Saturday, June 29, 1991, at Calumet Medical Center, Chilton. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Brillion. Rev. Ross Henzl will officiate with burial in the town of Liberty Cemetery. He was born October 25, 1899, in the town of Rockland, son of the late Edward and Augusta Peters Bleck. He married the former Viola Riemer on November 10, 1934, in Rantoul. He farmed in the town of Liberty his entire lifetime, retiring in 1962, when he moved to Brillion. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Brillion. Survivors include his wife, Viola; a sister, Rosalie Valleskey of Kiel; two sisters-in-law, Dora Riemer of Chilton, Erna Mertz of Hibert; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by five sisters and a brother. Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. this Monday and then at the church from 8:30 a.m. until the time of service on Tuesday. Herald Times Reporter, July 1, 1991 p. B8


ESTHER R. BLECK Esther Bleck, 87, of 529 Fairway Dr., Brillion, died unexpectedly Friday, May 19, 1989, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton. She was born March 30, 1902, in the town of Liberty, daughter of the late Edward and Augusta (Peter) Bleck. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Brillion. Survivors include one sister, Rosalie Valleskey, Kiel; one brother and sister-in-law, Edward and Viola Bleck, Brillion; one niece; and four nephews. She was preceded in death by four sisters and one brother. Funeral services were held Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Brillion. Burial was in the Liberty Cemetery. Wieting Schneider Funeral Home, Brillion assisted the family with the arrangements. Chilton Times Journal – May 25, 1989


VIOLA A. BLECK Viola Anna Bleck, age 89, of the Chilton Village Nursing Home, died Saturday, August 27, 1994, at the nursing home. Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 30, 1994, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Brillion. Rev. Ross Henzi will officiate with burial in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, town of Liberty. She was born September 14, 1904, in the town of Rantoul, daughter of the late William and Henrietta Biedenbender Riemer. She married Edward Bleck on November 10, 1934, in Rantoul. They farmed in the town of Liberty until 1962 when they retired and moved to Brillion. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Brillion. Survivors include one sister, Erna Mertz, rural Hilbert; two sisters-in-law, Rosalie Valleskey, Kiel, Dora Riemer, Chilton; nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband on June 24, 1991, two sisters and one brother. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, from 4-9 p.m. on Monday and on Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Brillion, from 9 a.m. until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, August 29, 1994 P. A2



AUGUST BORGWARDT August J. Borgwardt, 59, lifelong resident of the county, died yesterday at the Holy Family hospital following a lingering illness. He was moved to the hospital three months ago from his farm home in Liberty. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the home and at 2 o'clock from the German Lutheran church in Liberty, the Rev. E. Schroeder officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mr. Borgwardt was born in 1883 at Liberty and in 1910 married Miss Ella Stoll and they located on the present farm. Mrs. Borgwardt died five years ago and a daughter, Ruth, four months ago. Survivors are two sons, Herbert and Erwin, both of Liberty; two brothers, Rudolph of Newton and Christian of Liberty; three sisters, Mrs. Albert Haese and Mrs. John Sieber, of this city, Mrs. William Sonnenburg, of Liberty. The body will be moved to the Borgwardt home from the Berge funeral home, Valders, Friday noon. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 14, 1942 P. 19


ELLA BORGWARDT Mrs. August Borgwardt, 52, Liberty, died this morning after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m., from the farm home and at two o'clock from the German Lutheran church, Liberty. Mrs. Borgwardt, nee Ella Stoll, was born in Wisconsin Rapids in 1885 and was married to Mr. Borgwardt in 1910 in Milwaukee. They located on a farm in Liberty. Survivors are the widower; daughter, Ruth; two sons, Herbert and Ervin, all of Liberty; mother, Mrs. Herman Stoll, Newton; two brothers, Charles and Herman, Milwaukee; two sisters, Mrs. Bertha Kindt and Mrs. Frances Hackbarth, Milwaukee. The body may be viewed at the Borgwardt home after Tuesday noon. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 27, 1937 ******* Mrs. Borgwardt Of Liberty Dies Monday Morning St. Nazianz. - (Special) - Mrs. August Borgwardt, 52, who resided four miles east of St Nazianz, passed away at 2 a.m. Monday at Holy Family hospital in Manitowoc where she had been taken Saturday evening, the day of her son Ervin's wedding. Mrs. Borgwardt, nee Ella Stoll was born in Wisconsin Rapids in 1885 and was married to August Borgwardt in 1910 at Milwaukee. The couple located on a farm in the town of Liberty. Survivors are her husband, a daughter, Ruth; two sons, Herbert and Ervin, all of Liberty; her mother Mrs. Herman Stoll, Newton; two brothers, Charles and Herman of Milwaukee; two sisters, Mrs. Bertha Kindt and Mrs. Frances Hackbarth, Milwaukee. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the farm home and at 2 o'clock at the German Lutheran church at Liberty. The body may be viewed at the Borgwardt home until the time of burial. The Sheboygan Press, Wednesday, September 29, 1937


ERNA BORGWARDT Mrs. Erwin Borgwardt, 60, of Rt. 1, Valders, died early Tuesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. C. R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery. Mrs. Borgwardt, nee Erna Melger, was born July 21, 1912, in the Town of Meeme, daughter of the late William and Emma Dittmer Melger. She was married to Erwin Borgwardt Sept. 25, 1937. They lived in the Liberty area all their married life. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. Wednesday until 11:30 a.m. Thursday and from noon at the church until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. March 6, 1973


ERNEST FREDERIC CHARLES WILLIAM BORGWARDT Name: Borgwardt, Ernest Frederic Charles William D.: 8/27/1869 B.: 3/4/1869 Reg. D.: 12/22/1869 sex: m/w Age at death: 5 mo. 23 da. B.P.: Liberty D.P.: Tn. Liberty Cem: Trinity Churchyard Ch.: Inf. & Address: Chas. Wagner, Tn. Newton Spouse: F.: John Borgwardt M.: Lisette ___ Hinstorf Cause of Death: Add Info.: Cert. Dt. 12/20/1869 Pg.# 69


ERWIN BORGWARDT Erwin G. Borgwardt, age 78, of rural Sheboygan, formerly of rural Valders, passed away Sunday morning, April 26, 1992, at Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church in the town of Liberty. Rev. Robert Schultz officiating with burial to follow in the church cemetery. He was born May 22, 1913 in the town of Liberty, son of the late August and Ella Stahl Borgwardt. He attended Liberty schools and farmed in the town of Liberty. He married Erna Meiger, September 25, 1937, at Schwartzwald. She preceded him in death March 6, 1973. He then married Delores Saeger, July 3, 1976, at Sheboygan. Survivors include his wife; one brother and sister-in-law, Herbert and Lillian Borgwardt of rural Valders; one grandson, Brent Borgwardt of Manitowoc; special friends, Willard and Elaine Springer and their children, Melissa and Justin, of Manitowoc. He was preceded in death by a son, Merlin, one brother and one sister. Friends may call at the Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, from 5 until 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday from 1 p.m. until the time of service at the church. Herald Times Reporter, April 27, 1992 P. B10 ******** (b. 22 May 1913/d. 26 Apr. 1992/SSDI)


HERBERT R. BORGWARDT Herbert R. Borgwardt, age 83, of rural Valders, passed away Saturday evening, December 9, 1995, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 13, 1995, at the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, in the town of Liberty. Rev. Robert Schultz will officiate with burial to follow in the church cemetery. He was born February 20, 1912, in the town of Liberty, son of the late August and Ella Stahl Borgwardt. He attended Trinity Lutheran School and farmed in the town of Liberty until his retirement in 1975. He married Lillian Ibe December 12, 1942, at Trinity Lutheran Church. He was a former elder of Trinity Lutheran Church and was the sexton for the church cemetery for many years. Survivors include his wife Lillian; one sister-in-law, Delores Borgwardt, Sheboygan his dog, Sporty; other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his mother and father-in-law, Herman and Hattie Ibe; two brothers, Ervin and Harold; one sister, Ruth; one nephew, Merlin. Friends may call at the Trinity Lutheran Church on Wednesday from 11 a.m. until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established in Herbert's name. The Christianson-Deja Funeral Home is serving the family. Herald Times Reporter, December 11, 1995 P. A2



JOHANN BORGWARDT Notes From Valders: John Bachwardt (sic), another old settler of Liberty, died last Saturday night, aged about 80 years. He had been ill several months. He is survived by three sons and two daughters. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the German Lutheran church in Liberty and was largely attended. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, March 7, 1912 pg. 8 ******** (First publication Aug. 23. 1912) State of Wisconsin-Manitowoc County Court-In Probate. In the matter of the estate of John Borgwardt, deceased, Intestate. On reading and filing the petition of August Borgwardt of Newton, in said county, representing, among other things, that John Borgwardt an inhabitant of said county, on the 2nd day of March, A.D. 1912, at Newton, died intestate, leaving estate to be administered, and that the said petitioner is a son of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to the East Wisconsin Trustee Company granted. It is ordered, that said petition be heard at a special term of said county court to be held on Tuesday, the 17th day of September, A.D. 1912, at 10 o'clock A.M. at the office of the County Judge, in the City of Manitowoc, in said county. Ordered further, that notice of the time and place so appointed, be given to all persons interested, by publication hereof for three weeks successively, prior to said day of hearing in the Manitowoc Post, a semi-weekly newspaper, published at Manitowoc, in said county. Dated at Manitowoc, the 21st day of August, A.D. 1912. By the Court, John Chloupek, County Judge Manitowoc Post, Friday, September 13, 1912 P. 15


LILLIAN M. BORGWARDT Lillian “Lilly” Marie Borgwardt, age 88, a resident of river Wood Estates, Manitowoc, died peacefully with friends at her side early Wednesday morning, November 23, 2011 after a brief illness with cancer. Lillian was born November 7, 1923, in the Town of Liberty, daughter of the late Herman and Hedwig (Lutzke) Ibe. She attended Liberty Bell and Trinity Lutheran School. On December 12, 1942 she married Herbert R. Borgwardt at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in the town of Liberty. He preceded her in death on December 9, 1995. She and her husband, Herbert farmed together for many years in the town of Liberty. Lilly was a lifelong member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Lilly enjoyed gardening, feeding the birds, tending to her flowers, making homemade bread and cookies, and playing sheepshead with her friends. Lilly is survived by a few cousins and many friends including her special friends, Donald and Marilyn Hammel. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Borgwardt. Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 27, 2011, at Trinity Lutheran Church, town of Liberty. Officiating at the service is Rev. Gregory Pope with burial at the church cemetery. Family and friends may call at the church from 1:00 p.m. until time of service at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran High School. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting with funeral arrangements. Lilly appreciated the love and compassionate care shown to her by CNA's at River Wood Estates, and Southern Care Hospice. She also enjoyed the daily visits with her friend, Bernice Vetting, and Pastor Pope. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter November 2011


FLORENCE A. BRATZ Florence A. Bratz, age 85, a former Valders resident, died peacefully Sunday evening, March 23, 2014 with her family by her side at the Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center. She was born on September 13, 1928 in Hilbert, daughter of the late Albert and Mathilda (Bratz) Moschel. On November 16, 1946 she married Raymond Bratz at St. John / St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. He preceded her in death on September 22, 2003. Florence was employed for many years at Mirro Aluminum Company, retiring in 1990. She was a member of the Ladies Aid at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church and also the Auxiliary Legion. Besides her love for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, she touched the lives of many people, especially her caregivers while she was still in her own home. Ma enjoyed watching the Golden Girls, games shows and treasured the moments she played cards (Rummy), bingo (Bingo Queen), baking, gardening, feeding the birds and her lap buddy Ranger. Florence never once doubted her strong faith in the Lord, which she also instilled in her children. Survivors include four sons and daughters-in-law and three daughters and sons-in-law: Neil & Judy Bratz, Kiel, Randy & Pam Bratz, Valders, Sandy & John Skidmore, Manitowoc, Pam & Larry Allen, Utica, Ohio, Cheryl Bratz, Manitowoc, Dale & Lori Bratz, Chilton, and Rick & Audrey Bratz, Valders. She was the proud grandmother of 29 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister: Delores Krueger, Manitowoc; two brothers and a sister-in-law: Mike & Nancy Moschel, Chilton, Fritz Moschel, Mishicot; and a special person who Ma also considered as a daughter: Mary Seefeldt. Also surviving is a brother-in-law: Lawrence (Sarah) Bratz, Reedsville; a sister-in-law: Ruthie Panosh, Manitowoc, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by three sons: Specialist 4 Wayne A. Bratz 1969, Dennis Bratz 1993, Gary Bratz 2013; a grandson: Clay Davis Bratz 1991; her mother-in-law and father-in-law: Emma & Adolph Bratz; two sisters: LaVern Krueger and Baby Moschel; a brother-in-law: Vernon Krueger; a sister-in-law: Diane Moschel; two brothers-in-law: Theodore Bratz and James Bratz; and three sisters-in-law and four brothers-in-law: Sylvia & Elmer Behnke, Mabel & Lester Buboltz, Luella & Everette Wagner and Harold Panosh. Funeral Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 29, 2014 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, town of Liberty. Officiating at the Service will be Pastor Gregory Pope with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, town of Liberty, from 9:00 a.m. Saturday, March 29, 2014 until 11:15 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com Florence’s family would like to extend their thanks to Pastor Gregory Pope and the staff in all departments in Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center in Sunshine Cove who touched Florence’s heart with their outstanding care and dedication to her needs. Also, for the comfort and peace provided to her and the family in Ma’s last days. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter March 27, 2014


HOWARD BRATZ Howard R. Bratz, age 62, of St. Nazianz, died Sunday evening, May 11, 1997, at Bellin Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 14, 1997, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, town of Liberty. Rev. Robert Schultz will officiate with burial to follow in the church cemetery. He was born April 8, 1935, in Valders, son of the late Albert and Olga Pleuss Bratz. Howard attended St. Peter School at Collins and was a truck driver for many years and a mechanic for Newton Implement. On July 21, 1956, he married the former Virginia Fredrick at Collins. Howard was a former member of the Newton Fire Department. Survivors include three sons, Harold of rural Valders, Dean of Manitowoc, Scott and his special friend, Agnes Petermann, Collins; one daughter, Holly Bratz and her special friend, Todd Brotski, Francis Creek; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Ronald and Gloria of Collins, Richard and Gloria of Valders; his mother-in-law, Myrtle Fredrick, Hilbert; seven grandchildren; two brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law, Kenneth and Florence Fredrick, Dundee, Ill., James and Donna Fredrick, Hilbert; his special friend, Verlene Kollath, Manitowoc. He was preceded in death by his wife in 1993. Friends may call at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church on Tuesday from 6-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, May 12, 1997 P. A2



RAYMOND O. BRATZ Raymond O. Bratz, age 81, of 12820 English Lake Road, Valders, died peacefully at home with his family by his side on Monday morning, Sept. 22, 2003. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, 2003, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, town of Liberty. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Victor Headrick with burial at Trinity Church Cemetery, town of Liberty. Graveside military rites will be accorded by American Legion Thompson - Burkard Post #28 of Valders. He was born June 22, 1922, in Reedsville, son of the late Adolph and Emma Buboltz Bratz. Raymond served in the 101st Airborne Division of the United States Army during World War II. On Nov. 16, 1946, he married the former Florence Moschel at St. John - St. James Lutheran Church, Reedsville. Raymond was employed at the Manitowoc Company for many years, retiring in 1983. He was a member of the Valders American Legion and Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Survivors include his wife: Florence Bratz, Valders; five sons and daughters-in-law: Gary Bratz and his special friend, Sandra Bauer, Manitowoc; Neil and Judy Bratz, Collins; Randy and Pamela Bratz, Valders; Dale and Lori Bratz, Collins; Ricky and Audrey Bratz, St. Nazianz; three daughters and a son-in-law: Sandra Bergene and her fiance, John Skidmore, Manitowoc; Pamela and Larry Allen, Utica, Ohio; Cheryl Bratz and her fiance, Michael Williamson, Branch; 27 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; two sisters and a brother-in-law: Luella Wagner, Reedsville; Ruth and Harry Panosh, Manitowoc; one brother and sister-in-law: Lawrence and Sarah Bratz, Reedsville; two brothers-in-law: Fredrick Moschel, Chilton; Myron Moschel and his wife, Nancy, Chilton; and a sister-in-law: Delores Krueger and her husband, Vernon, Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by two sons: Dennis Bratz and Spec. 4 Wayne Bratz; a grandson: Clay Davis Bratz; his father-in-law and mother-in-law: Albert and Matilda Moschel; two brothers: Theodore Bratz and James Bratz; two sisters and three brothers-in-law: Sylvia and Elmer Behnke; Mabel and Lester Buboltz; Everette Wagner; two sisters-in-law: LaVerne Krueger and Diane Moschel; and two special friends: Tony and Orin. The family will greet relatives and friends at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, town of Liberty, from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday morning from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. If love from your family could have healed you pa, you never would have died. If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, we would walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. Our heartfelt thanks to the Hospice Association for their gentle kindness and loving hearts in taking care of Raymond (Blue Eyes). Their words and hugs will always be remembered. Herald Times Reporter Sept. 23, 2003 p.A3


VIRGINIA BRATZ Virginia M. Bratz, age 54, of rural Valders, passed away Tuesday evening, March 23, 1993 at her residence. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. Robert Schultz officiating with burial in the church cemetery. She was born June 12, 1938, at Brillion, daughter of Earl and Myrtle Schwalbe Fredrick. She attended Kiel area schools and was formerly employed by the Kohler Company. She married Howard Bratz July 21, 1956 at St. Peter’s Church, Collins. She was a former member of the Newton Fire Fighters Augiliary. Survivors include her husband, Howard; three sons, Harold and Dean, rural Valders, Scott, Reedsville; one daughter, Holly Lau, Collins; her mother, Myrtle Fredrick, Manitowoc; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Kenneth and Florence Fredrick, East Dundee, Ill., James and Donna Fredrick, Hilbert; six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father and a brother, Eugene. Friends may call at the Trinity Lutheran Church on Thursday evening from 7-9 p.m. and Friday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of service. The Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is serving the family. Manitowoc Herald Times - Wednesday, March 24, 1993 - page A2



WAYNE BRATZ County GI Victim of Vietnam Action VALDERS-Army Sepc.4 Wayne Allen Bratz, 20, reported missing Friday, was killed in action in Vietnam, according to word received Sunday by his wife, Judith, Rt. 1, Cato, and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Bratz, Rt. 1, Valders. Bratz had last been seen as a rifleman on patrol duty in a combat operation against a hostile force, and later his body was found. He was the second Manitowoc County man reported killed in action in the Vietnam offensive within a week. Spec.4 William J. Stedl, a combat infantryman from Rt. 2, Greenleaf, died last Monday in Vietnam of wounds received in military action the previous day. Bratz volunteered for the U.S. Army Jan. 9, 1968 and trained at Fort Polk, La., Fort Campbell, Ky., and Fort Benning, Go., before going to Vietnam Nov. 2, 1968. He was born Feb. 21, 1949, the son of Raymond and Florence Moschel Bratz, attended Kiel area elementary schools and Valders High School and worked for Brillion Iron Works before entering the armed services. He married Miss Judith Schisel June 1, 1968. Beside his wife and parents, he is survived by an infant son; six brothers, three sisters (Survivors omitted for privacy.); and the maternal grandparents, Mrs. and Mrs. Albert Moschel, of Reedsville. Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, will be in charge of Military funeral services at Trinity Lutheran Church, Rt. 1, Manitowoc. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 17, 1969 P. 1 ******* Funeral services with full military honors will be accorded Army Spec-4 Wayne Allen Bratz, 20, of rural Cato, at 2 p.m. Friday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Liberty. The Rev. Samuel Kugler will officiate and a Army guard of honor will conduct the graveside rites in the church cemetery. Bratz was killed in Vietnam recently. Friends may call at the Christian Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. Thursday until friday noon and then at the church. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, March 25, 1969


JOHN BURGWARD From Der Nord Westen, 07 Mar. 1901: Death in Town Liberty on Mon. of 56-yr. old John Burgward after a long illness. In addition to his wife he is survived by 3 sons and 3 daughters. ************ (Note: I think the dates for Lisette Borgwardt and this John are reversed. This should probably be John Borgwardt, her husband. I'll have to try to get a photograph of the stone next summer)


LOUIS F. WM. BURGWARDT Name: Burgwardt, Louis F. Wm. D.: 9/19/1873 B.: 7/10/1873 Reg. D.: 7/3/1874 sex: m/w Age at death: 2 mo. 9 da. B.P.: Liberty D.P.: Liberty Cem: Trinity Cem. Liberty Ch.: Inf. & Address: Wagner Spouse: F.: John Burgwardt M.: Elisabeth Burgwardt Cause of Death: convulsions Add Info.: Pg.# 156


BABY BUSS Notes From Liberty: The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Buss died last week. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, January 11, 1906 P. 8 ******** Buss birth: 6 January 1906 Liberty, Wis. death: 6 January 1906 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin father: Herman Buss mother: Minnie Reichart Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


JOHANN COMMENS (Johann Commens, son of Friedrich Commens & his wife Louisa nee Polse, was born 22 May 1858, died 4 December 1858, and was buried 14 October 1858. (error in d./burial) From the Trinity Lutheran church records, Liberty twp.)


FRIEDRICH COMMENZ First publication October 5, 1899. State of Wisconsin, County Court for Manitowoc County. In the matter of the estate of Friedrich Commings (sic), deceased. An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of Friedrich Commings of the town of Liberty in said county, having been delivered into said court: And Wm. Commings of town of Liberty, in said county, having presented to said court his petition in writing duly verified, representing among other things, that said Fried. Commings died testate at town Liberty, in said county, on the 22d day of Aug., 1899; that said instrument is the last will of said deceased and that said petitioner is named therein as executor, and praying that said instrument be proven and admitted to Probate and that letters testamentary be thereon issued to said petitioner: It is ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs of said last will and testament be taken at a special term of said county court, to be held at the Probate Office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 31st day of October, 1899, at 10 o'clock A.M. And it is further ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be given by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous to the time of said hearing in the Manitowoc Post, a newsaper published in said Manitowoc county. By the court, J.S. Anderson, County Judge. Schmitz & Burke, Attorneys. Manitowoc Post, Thursday, October 12, 1899 P. 8 ******** Frederick Cunning birth: 1823 Germany death: 22 August 1899 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty residence: 1899 Liberty Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


EMMA COMMINGS Mrs. Emma Cummings died suddenly Monday at her home on South Twelfth Street from a stroke of paralysis. She was 46 years of age and leaves three children, Wilbert, Sylvia and Adeline. Three brothers also survive, Erwin Harter of this city, Frank of Racine and George of Wittenberg. She got a divorce from her husband a few years ago. The funeral will be held today from the German Lutheran Church in Liberty. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Aug. 28, 1919 ******** Notice for Administration and Notice to Creditors. State of Wisconsin, County Court, Manitowoc County--In Probate In Re-estate of Emma Cummings, deceased. Notice is hereby give, that tat the special term of said Court to be held on the fifth Tuesday (being the 30th day) of September, A.D. 1919, a the Court House in the city of Manitowoc, county of Manitowoc and state of Wisconsin, there will be heard and considered the application of William Cummings for the appointment of an administrator of the estate of Emma Cummings, late of the city of Manitowoc, in said county, deceased. Notice is hereby further give, that at the special term of said Court to be held at said Court House, on the 5th Tuesday, (being the 30th day) of December A.D. 1919, there will be heard, considered and adjusted, all claims against said Emma Cumming, deceased. And notice is further given, that all such claims for examination and allowance must be presented to said County Court at the Court House in the city of Manitowoc, in said county and state, on or before the 29th day of December A.D. 1919 or be barred. Dated August 29th, 1919. By the Court, JOHN CHLOUPEK, County judge. Manitowoc Post, Thursday, September 18, 1919



MINNIE COMMINGS MRS. COMMINGS DIES MONDAY AT VALDERS Mrs. William Commlngs, 75, resident of Liberty and the village of Valders nearly her entire life, passed away on Monday at the home of her son-in-law, Herman Loos, In Valders, with whom she made her home. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 1:30 from the home and at two o'clock from the Lutheran church in Liberty. The maiden name of the deceased was Wllhelmlna Lippert and she was married to Mr. Commlngs in 1872. He passed away in 1920. Four sons, Louis and John of this city, William of Liberty, and Fred of East Troy, four daughters, Mrs. Gust Rusch, Mrs. Henry Jonas, and Mrs. Herman Vetter of this city and Mrs. Charles Pleuss of Manitowoc Rapids, five brothers, Ernst, Christ and August Llppert of this city, Lewis of Valders and Carl of Milwaukee and one sister, Mrs, Henry Wahlass of Neenah survive. There are also thirty grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, June 24, 1930


WILLIAM CUMMINGS TOWN LIBERTY WAR VETERAN DEAD, AGED 76 William Commings, civil war veteran and pioneer resident of Manitowoc county died at the family home in the Town of Liberty following an illness due to infirmities incident to old age. Deceased was 76 years of age and was born in the town of Liberty, not far from the place where he has always made his home. During the Civil war he served with one of the Wisconsin regiments and upon his return from the service again took up his home in the county. Shortly after his return he was married to Miss Minnie Lippert, the wife who with nine children survives to mourn his loss. The children are Louis, Fredrick, William Jr., and John, all of this county, Mrs. Rusch of Liberty, Mrs. Herman Vetter and Mrs. Annie Jonas of Two Rivers, Mrs. Charles Pleuss of Newton and Mrs. Herman Lohse who made her home with her parents. One sister, Mrs. August Fenske of Liberty also survives. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon from the late home and service will be held at the Liberty church. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. February 17, 1920 P. 5 ******** Veteran Dead Manitowoc – William Commings, 76, Civil War Veteran and pioneer settler of the county is dead at his home in the Town of Liberty. He is survived by his widow and nine children. Grand Rapids Leader, Sat., Feb. 21, 1920 -page 2


EMILIE DEGNER Notes from Liberty Miss Amelia Degner, an aged resident of this town, passed away last Thursday. Deceased had been ailing for a long time and death was not unexpected. Miss Degner had made her home with Wm Rusch for a great many years. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon for from the German Lutheran Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Feb. 21, 1918


CARL EHLERT Charles Ellert, a 26-yr. old resident of Town Cato, died there Mon. after a long illness with consumption. The deceased leaves a widow and 3 children. The funeral was held yesterday. Der Nord Westen, 31 July 1902 ******* (Per obit. Monday was July 28, 1902) ******* Wisconsin, Death Records Name Charles Ellert Event Type Death Event Date 1902 Event Place Cato, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Residence Place Cato, Gender Male Age 26 Marital Status Single Race W Occupation Laborer Birth Date 10 Jun 1876 Birth Year (Estimated) 1876 Birthplace Cato, Burial Place Eastern Liberty Father's Name John Ellert Father's Birthplace Germany Mother's Name Mary Feichner Mother's Birthplace Liberty, Wisconsin ******** Chas Ellert Wisconsin Death Index Name Chas Ellert Event Type Death Event Date 10 Jul 1902 Event Place Manitowoc, Wisconsin Page 0151


JOHANN EHLERT John Ellert birth: 7 September 1846 Ger. death: 6 March 1906 Cato, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty, Wis. residence: 1906 Cato, Wis. Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


MARIA EHLERT (d. 1900) CLARKS MILLS. Miss Mary Ellert (sic) died Sunday after a lingering illness. Interment was in the German Lutheran cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot, May 24, 1900 ******** Mary Ellert Wisconsin, Death Records Name Mary Ellert Event Type Death Event Date 1900 Event Place Cato, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Residence Place Cato, Wis. Gender Female Age 20 Marital Status Single Race W Occupation Housework Birth Date 17 Aug 1880 Birth Year (Estimated) 1880 Birthplace Cato, Manitowoc Co., Burial Place Liberty, Cemetery German Lutheran Cemetery Father's Name John Ellert Father's Birthplace Binen, Germany Mother's Name Mary Ellert Mother's Birthplace Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Citing this Record "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch, Mary Ellert, 1900; citing Death, Cato, Manitowoc, Wisconsin ******** Mary Ellert Wisconsin Deaths and Burials Name Mary Ellert Gender Female Burial Place Liberty Death Date 20 May 1900 Death Place Cato, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Age 20 Birth Date 17 Aug 1880 Birthplace Cato, Manitowoc Co. Occupation Housework Race White Marital Status Single Father's Name John Ellert Father's Birthplace Binen, Germany Mother's Name Mary Mother's Birthplace Liberty, Manitowoc Co. Citing this Record "Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch, Mary Ellert, 20 May 1900; citing Germany Lutheran Cemetery, Cato, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin


MARIA EHLERT (d, 1926) Mrs. Mary Ellert, widow of John Ellert, died at the home of her son, William on the farm near Valders, Thursday morning. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon from the Liberty church. the Rev. Paul Haengel officiated. Mrs. Ellert was 71 years of age. She is survived by two sons. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Sept. 2, 1926


CARL EICHMANN (d. 1926) NEWTON MAN KILLED ON HUNT KARL EICHMAN MEETS TRAGIC DEATH THERE Gun Exploded as Aged man Falls Thru Ice of Creek Struck by the full charge of his shot gun in the chest when the weapon was accidentally discharged while he was hunting yesterday Karl Eichmann, a pioneer resident of the county, was instantly killed one and a half miles south of English Lake yesterday afternoon. Eichman, who was eighty years old, still enjoyed hunting and with his son in law, Gustave Naumann, and another companion, was out in the woods. Eichman was crossing the ice on a small stream. One foot went through the ice, throwing him off his balance and as he sought to save himself with the stock of the gun the trigger was caught by the ice and the gun discharged. Instant Death Eichman was struck over the heart and death was instantaneous. Both Naumann and his companion saw the accident and rushed to Eichmann's side but found him beyond human aid. The matter was reported to Coroner Dr. W.G. Kemper who said no inquest would be necessary. The body was removed to the Berge undertaking parlors at Valders and the funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock from the family home near Talhammer's Corners and 1:30 from the church. Was 80 Years Old Karl Eichman was born in Germany eighty years ago but came to this country as a young man and had lived here for more than a half century. He is survived by his widow, four sons and four daughters, eighteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren. The children are William, Alfred, Richard, Adolph; Mrs. August Orlopp, Mrs. Henry Huebner, Mrs. Gustave Naumann and Mrs. Ernst Luebke, all making their home in the county. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 3, 1926 P. 2


CAROLINE EICHMANN MRS. EICHMAN (sic) DEATH AT 75 Funeral Will Be Held in Town of Liberty Mrs. Carl Eichman died at her home in the Town of Liberty late Tuesday night. Death was due to heart failure. She was 75 years old. Mis (sic) Eichman previous to her marriage was Miss Caroline Kiehn. She was born in Kossuth where she made her home up to the time of her marriage to Carl Eichman who died five years ago. Eight children survive, Adolph, Alfred, Mrs. August Orlopp and Mrs. Ernst Luebke, all of Manitowoc; Willliam and Mrs. Gustave Naumann of Newton, Richard of Valders and Mrs. Henry Huebner on the home farm in Liberty, also 19 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. The funeral will be held from the home of her daughter, Mrs. Henry Huebner, who resides on the family homestead, at 1:30 o'clock Friday afternoon and at 2 o'clock from the Lutheran church in Liberty. The Rev. Hensel will officiate and burial will take place in the church cemetery. Manitowoc Evening Times, Wednesday, June 24, 1931 P. 2 ******** EICHMANN-We wish to express appreciation to all those who helped alleviate the sorrow in our recent bereavement the death of our mother, Mrs. Charles Eichmann. We especially wish to thank the pallbearers, donors of cars and flowers, Rev. Hensel, Berge Undertaking Parlor, neighbors, friends and relatives who were of assistance.-Children of the late Mrs. Charles Eichmann. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, June 27, 1931 P. 11 ************* NOTICE TO PROOF WILL AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF WISCONSIN, COURT MANITOWOC COUTNY-IN PROBATE In Re Estate of Caroline Eichmann, deceased. Notice Is Hereby Given, That at the special Tewrm of said Court to be held on the second Tuesday (being the 11th day) of August, A.D., 1931, at the Court House in the City of Manitowoc, County of Manitowoc and State of Wisconsin, there will be heard and considered the application of Ernst Luebke to admit to probate the last Will and Testament of Caroline Eichmann late of the Town of Liberty, in said County, deceased, and for the appointment of an executor (or, administrator with Will annexed): Notie (sic) Is Hereby Further Given, That at the special Term of said Court to be held at said Court House, on the 2nd Tuesday (Being the 10th day) of November A.D. 1931 there will be heard, considered and adjusted, all claims against said Caroline Eichmann, deceased. And Notice Is Hereby Further Given, That all such claims for examination and allowance must be presented to said County Court at the Court Hosue, in the City of Manitowoc, in said County and State, on or before the 9th day of November A.D. 1931, or be barred. Dated July 9th, 1931. By the Court, John Chloupek, County Judge. Hougen & Brady, Attorneys. Manitowoc Evening Times, Friday, July 17, 1931 P. 14


 

MICHAEL J. ENDERS Michael J. Enders, age 63, Valders, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on May 20, 2010, due to complications of Agent Orange at the V.A. Medical Center in Milwaukee. Michael was born Oct. 7, 1946, in Waupaca County to the late Joseph and Shirley (Tainter) Enders. He served in the United States Marine Corp during Vietnam. He later worked for Neenah Foundry for over 25 years. He married Margaret Schafer on May 21, 1969. Shirley preceded him in death. On July 19, 2003, he married Louette (Haupt) Propson. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Mike was a member of the American Legion Post 28, the V.F.W. Post 2078 and Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church. Mike was loved and respected by all who knew him, he will be sadly missed by all. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 23, 2010, at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church, town of Liberty. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Gregory Pope with burial to follow at the church cemetery. Military rites to be accorded by the AMVETS No. 1032 of Reedsville. The family will greet relatives and friends on Sunday, May 23, 2010, at church from 1 to 2:45 p.m. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the Palliative Care Team at the Veteran's Hospital in Milwaukee, you are exceptional people. Also, thank you to his special "girl friend" Carla, for all you did. Herald Times Reporter, May 22, 2010


AUGUST FENSKE AGED LIBERTY PIONEER DIES ATFER STROKE Following close on the heels of a stroke of apoplexy, death yesterday claimed August Fenskey (sic), 84, pioneer farmer of Liberty, at his home. Mr. Fenskey (sic) had been apparent good health before stricken but peacefully succumbed three hours after the stroke. He was one of the eldest farmers of the county and his sudden and unexpected passing comes as a great shock to many county friends. Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30 from the home with services at the Liberty church, the Rev. Hensel officiating and burial will take place there. Mr. Fenskey (sic) is survived by his aged wife, who was Susanna Commings before their marriage years ago, and three daughters. Mrs. William Lemke, Mrs. Charles Genz and Mrs. Henry Meyer, all of the Town of Liberty, and seven grand children and four great grand children. Born in Germany, June 26, 1843 deceased came to this country with his parents when but a boy of 12 taking up his home at Liberty, where he has since remained. He was married to Mrs. Fenskey (sic) on June 7,1872, the couple celebrating their golden wedding five years ago. Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, July 29, 1927


FREDERICKA FENSKE Name: Fenskow, Friedricka D.: 5/10/1871 B.: 10/25/1810 Reg. D.: 8/14/1871 Sex: F/W Age at Death: 60 Yrs. 6 Mo. 16 Da. B.P.: Prussia D.P.: Liberty Cem.: Trinity Cem. Liberty Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. Chas. Wagner Spouse: John Fenskow F.: -----Kroeger M.: -----Kroeger Cause of Death: Apoplexy Pg. #: 104 ************** (Friederika L./born Kroeger/wife of John Fenske/b. 25 Oct. 1810, Prussia/ d. 10 May 1871/cause: apoplexy) (Trinity Lutheran ch. has her as Fenskow)


MARIA FENSKE Name: Fenkow?, Mary D.: 7/7/1869 B.: 1/7/1846 Reg. D.: 9/17/1869 Sex: F/W Age at Death: 23 Yr. 6 Mo. B.P.: Mecklenburg, Germ. D.P.: Tn. Liberty Cem.: Trinity Cem. Tn. Liberty Ch.: Inf. & Address: Chas. Wagner, Luth. Min. Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Pg. #: ******** (Maria born Schnell/wife of August Fenske/b. 7 Jan. 1846/d. 7 July 1869/age 23 yr. 6 mo.) Marie Fenskow nee Schnell/p. Joh. Schnell and deceased Luise Schnell/m. in 1866 to August Fenskow/d. 7 July 1869 in childbed) (Note: The birth year on the stone may have been mis-read)


SUSANNA FENSKE FENSKBY(sic), Mrs. August - Aged 80 years, died Saturday at home of daughter, Mrs. Henry Meyer in town of Liberty. Born Susanna Commings in Buffalo, N. Y., in 1853 came to Liberty and married there in 1872 to August Fenskey(sic) who died in 1928. Two daughters survive. Funeral Wednesday at 1:30 from Meyer home and at 2 p.m. from the Liberty Lutheran church. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, April 4, 1933


JOHN G. FISCHER John G. Fischer, 76, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. C.R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Fischer was born Oct. 7, 1896 in the Town of Liberty, son of the late William and Minnie Fischer. He attended Liberty schools and was a farmer all his life. He married Mary Schnell Oct. 23, 1918 at Liberty. Survivors include his wife, and four sisters, Mrs. Anna Nagel, Mrs. Frieda Lippert, Mrs. Ella Modenhauer and Mrs. Linda Wehausen. Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders after 4 pm Sunday until 11:30 am Monday and from 12:30 pm at the church until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times - Fri., Sept. 28, 1973 - page 3 ******** (7 Oct. 1896/Sept. 1973/SSDI)


LAWRENCE FISHER Lawrence G. Fischer, 73, of rural Valders, died Monday evening, January 1, 1990, at Lehigh Acres, Florida. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. Rev. Robert Schultz will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Fischer was born March 14, 1916, in the Town of Liberty, son of the late H.L. Fischer and Elsie Horstman. He attended Roselawn School and was a 1935 graduate of Valders High School. Mr. Fischer also attended Lakeland College and the University of Wisconsin Short Course. He farmed in the Town of Liberty. Mr. Fischer was an agent for the Manitowoc County Farm Bureau Insurance and the Insurance Cooperative Agency of Madison. He married Orabelle Klessig, June 17, 1939, at Cleveland, Wisconsin. Mr. Fischer was a leader in the farming and insurance businesses in the Valders area. He was a former 4-H leader and was involved in softball and baseball in the Manitowoc County League. Mr. Fischer was a member of Meister Singers and local Barbershop Quartets and Manitowoc County Farm Bureau. He was a charter member of Lake to Lake Dairy Cooperative, past member of Valders Lions Club and a member of Valders Senior Citizens. Mr. Fischer was presently serving as a Supervisor for many years in the Town of Liberty. He was the first recipient of the Wisconsin Jaycees Outstanding Young Farmers Award. Survivors include his wife, Orabelle, two sons and daughters-in-law, Frederick L. and Dora nee Sely Fischer of rural Valders, Gerald B. and Debborah nee Schroeder Fischer of Appleton; a daughter and son-in-law, Kay D. and Col. Terry Klingseth of Canada; 9 grandchildren, Ryan and his wife Vicki, Robin, Sarah, Julie, Dan, Erika and Andy Fischer, Jeff and Amy Klingseth and a great grandchild, Jesse Lawrence Fischer. He was preceded in deth by a brother, Burdette. Friends may call at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty, 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday until the time of services. Christianson Deja Funeral Home, Valders, serving the family. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter ******** (14 Mar. 1916/1 Jan. 1990/SSDI)



MARY FISCHER Mrs. Mary Fischer, 77, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, died Saturday morning at Park Lawn home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. C.R. Rosenow will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Mrs. Fischer, nee Mary Schnell was born Aug. 2, 1898 in the Town of Liberty, daughter of the late John and Mary Wehausen Schnell. She attended school at Liberty and was a housewife. She was married to John Fischer Oct. 23, 1918 at Liberty. He preceded her in death in 1973. Survivors include two brothers Edwin of Rt. 1, Manitowoc and John of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Edmund (Annie) Lippert of Tucson, Ariz.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A brother preceded her in death. Friends may call at Christianson Deja Funeral Home, Valders, from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday and at the church from noon Tuesday until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. November 8, 1975 P. 9 ****** (Mary Fischer/b. 2 August 1898/d. November 1975/SSDI)


MINNIE FISCHER Pioneer Woman of Liberty Passes Away Funeral services will be held at Liberty Thursday afternoon for Mrs. Minnie Fischer, pioneer resident of the town who passed away at age of 69 years after a long illness at the farm home where she was born. Mrs. Fischer is survived by her husband, four daughters, Mrs. Anna Nagel, Mrs. Frieda Lippert, Mrs. Ella Moldenhauer, Mrs. Linda Werhauson, and a son, John, all of Liberty. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, May 26, 1926 P.1


WILLIAM FISCHER LIBERTY MAN PASSES AWAY William Fischer, 75, Dies At Farm Home William Fischer, 75, retired town of Liberty farmer, died at his home last night at 9:30. Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30 from the home and at 2 o'clock from the Liberty German Lutheran church. Burial will be made in the Liberty cemetery. Born in Pommern, Germany, on August 5, 1860, Mr. Fischer came to America with his parents in 1876. In 1884 he was married to Wilhelmine Schnell, who died in 1924. Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Anna Nagel, Mrs. Frieda Lippert, Mrs. Ella Moldenhauer and Mrs, Linda Wehausen, all of Liberty, a son, John, of Liberty, three brothers, Herman of Crivitz, Robert of Morrison and Louis of Reedsville, a sister, Mrs. Minnie Reinke of Calumet county, twelve grandchildren and three great grandchildren. The body is at the farm. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 15, 1935


FREDERICK L. FISHER Frederick L. Fisher, age 73, of the Town of Liberty, died Thursday morning, January 23, 2014 at his residence. Fred was born July 5, 1940 in Manitowoc, son of Ruth Orabelle (Klessig) Fisher and the late Lawrence G. Fisher. He attended Trinity Lutheran School and graduated from Valders High School with the class of 1958. Fred attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison taking a short course in Agriculture. He served in the Army National Guard from 1959 until 1965. On July 29, 1972 he married Ilona K. Seiy at Trinity Lutheran Church in the Town of Liberty. Fred farmed Flowerdale Farms from 1958 – 1995 and also worked for Krueger Lumber Co. as a log trucker. Most recently he worked as a trucker for Otto Sand and Gravel in the Town of Liberty. He was a member of the Manitowoc County 4H, Valders FFA, Past Chairman of Lake to Lake Dairy Cooperative, Past President of Valders Elevator Cooperative, past president of the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, where he served as President of the congregation and St. John’s Lutheran cchurch in Newtonburg serving on the Board of Elders. Fred played semi-pro football with the Manitowoc Chiefs and catcher for numerous fast pitch softball teams in Manitowoc County. Fred also coached varsity football at VHS. He was named honorable mention for the Lakeshore All Sports Hall of Fame. Fred was also a member of the Viking Bow and Gun Club and the Vikings Snowriders Club. He enjoyed farming, hunting with his dogs, movies, watching the Green Bay Packers, traveling, tractor pulls and especially loved being with his children and grandchildren. Fred had strong faith and his church meant very much to him. Survivors include his wife, Ilona Katherine, Valders, his mother, Ruth Orabelle Fisher, Valders; two daughters and sons-in-law, Julie and John Rader, Wauwatosa and their children, Ethan and Eden Rader; Erika and Paul Chute, Meridian, ID and their children, Alex and Anna; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Daniel and Tracy Fisher, School Hill and their children, Kendall, Karris, Reese and Dayne; Andrew Fisher, Clarks Mills and his children, Cole and Austin and their mother, Jamie Fisher; brother and sister-in-law, Gerald and Deborah Fisher, Appleton; sister and brother-in-law, Kay and Terry Klungseth, Orlando, FL; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Emery and Karen Seiy, Kaukaunaa; sister-in-law, Ava Ulness, Valders; many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and special friends also survive. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Newtonburg, 7531 English lake Rd, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Victor Headrick. Burial will be at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Town of Liberty. The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Visitation will continue on Wednesday, January 29 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Fred’s name. the Christiansen-Deja Funeral Home, Valders is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Chris Kordiyak of Bellin Health, Dr. Charles Laham of Holy Family Memorial Medical Center Cardiology, Lori Krueger and the Valders Ambulance Service for their care and compassion shown towards Fred and his family. Manitowoc Herald times - January 25, 2014



CARL FREDRICH Death Thurs. last week of 74-yr. old Carl Friedrichs in his residence on South 13th St. The deceased came to America from Germany in 1863 and settled in Town Liberty, then some years later moved to Manitowoc. He leaves a widow and 4 stepchildren. The funeral was held Sun. in Liberty. Der Nord Westen, 25 May. 1905 (Note: It says he left a widow, but his wife died in 1889..possibly he remarried?) ******** Carl Fredericks (sic), an early settler of the county and for the last 22 years a resident of the city, passed away at his home on South Thirteenth street last Thursday, aged 74 years. The decedent was born in Germany and came to ths country in 1863, settling in the town of Liberty, where he was engaged in farming or twenty years. Mr. Frederick's demise was due to old age. He was married twice and leaves a widow and four step children. The funeral was held on Sunday, interment taking place at Liberty. Manitowoc Pilot, May 25, 1905 ******** Carl Frederick birth: 16 September 1831 Germany death: 18 May 1905 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty residence: 1905 Manitowoc father: Frederick Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


WILHELMINE FREDRICH From Der Nord Westen, 29 Aug. 1889: Death of 69 yr. old Mrs. Wilhelmine Fredrich, wife of Carl Fredrich of Manitowoc, on Tues., 22 Aug. She was born 29 Oct. 1820 in Pommern Province, Kingdom of Prussia, and came to America in 1862. The deceased, who leaves 6 grown children, was buried in the Liberty Cemetery last Sat. (Note: tombstone says she died on 22 April instead of Aug. but b. date only one day off)


AUGUSTA FREE Mrs. Augusta Free, 82, a resident of the county for over 70 years, died this morning at the farm home in Liberty, five miles southeast of Valders. She had been ill several months. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m., from the home of Louis Free, Liberty, a son, and at two o'clock from the Trinity German Lutheran church, Liberty. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Free, nee Augusta Reinke, was born in Germany in 1856. When a girl of 12, she accompanied her parents to Manitowoc county. In 1874 she was married to Fred Free and they located on a farm in Liberty. Mr. Free died 20 years ago. Survivors are five sons, Henry and Charles, Manitowoc Rapids, George and William, Newton, Louis, Liberty; two brothers, Albert and Louis, Gillett, Wis.; 19 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. The body will be moved to the Louis Free home from the Berge funeral home, Valders, Wednesday morning. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 5, 1938


EMMA FREE Mrs. Emma Free, 85, formerly of 3307 Calumet Ave., Manitowoc, who resided at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, died Thursday evening at the home. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. G.R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery, Town of Liberty. Mrs. Free, nee Emma Hecker, was born Feb. 13, 1889 in Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Herman and Louisa Maas Hecker. She was married to George Free Jan. 6, 1912. They owned and operated a farm in the Town of Newton until their retirement in 1953, when they moved to Manitowoc. Mr. Free preceded her in death March 19, 1973. Survivors include three sons, Harold and Erhardt, of Manitowoc and Edwin of Sheboygan Falls; a daughter, Mrs. Henry (Evelyn) Carmody and a brother, Herman Hecker of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mr. Bertha Free and Mrs. Anna Behringer of Rt. 1, Manitowoc and Mrs. Caroline Heydrich of Fond du Lac; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A son and two brothers preceded her in death. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4:30 to 9 o’clock this Friday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times - Fri., Aug. 23, 1974 - page 3 ******** (13 Feb 1889/Aug 1974/SSDI)


FRIEDRICH C. FREE (d. 1918) Notes from Liberty Fred Free, an old resident, passed away last Thursday. Death was caused by infirmities due to old age. Mr. Free came to this country a great many years ago and settled on the farm now operated by his son, Louis. He is survived by an aged widow and five sons, Ernest of Birnamwood, Charles and Henry of Rapids, Willie of Newton and Louis on the old homestead. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Mar. 14, 1918



GEORGE FREE (d. 1973) George Free, 84, of Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc, died Saturday at the home. Private funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. G. R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church cemetery, Town of Liberty. Mr. Free was born June 2, 1888, at Manitowoc, son of the late Fredrich and Augusta Reinke Free. He married Emma Hecker Jan. 6, 1912, at Manitowoc. The couple owned and operated a farm in the Town of Newton until retirement in 1953. Survivors include his wife, three sons, Erwin, of Sheboygan Falls and Harold and Erhardt, of Manitowoc, a daughter, Mrs. Henry (Evelyn) Carmody of Manitowoc, nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A son and five brothers preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday. Herald Times Reporter, Monday, March 12, 1973 ******** (2 Jun 1888/Mar 1973/SSDI)


LILLIAN FREE Mrs. Lillian Free, 86, formerly of Route 1, Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon, July 1, at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. C.R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Town of Liberty. Mrs. Free was born Apr 7, 1897, in the Town of Liberty, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late August and Louise Vetter. She grew up and was educated in the Town of Liberty. She was married to William Free May 29, 1916, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death Feb. 22, 1943. Mrs. Free was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Irene M. Brezoni of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Lydia Tomaschefsky of Manitowoc; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Bertha Free of Manitowoc; three grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; a great great granddaughter, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by five brothers and a sister. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday and Tuesday until the time of services. Herald Times Reporter, July 2, 1983 P. 3



LOUIS G. FREE Louis George Free, 78, a retired farmer, died Saturday morning at his home in the Town of Liberty. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty, with the Rev. Samuel Kuglor in charge. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mr. Free always resided in Manitowoc County, having been born in January, 1877, in Liberty. He married Mary Selle in 1907. She survives with five sons, William of Rt. 1, Newton, Herbert and Hugo, both of Milwaukee, Clarence of the Town of Liberty and Walter of Sheboygan; two brothers, Henry of the Town of Manitowoc Rapids and George of the Town of Newton. Eighteen grandchildren and many nieces and nephews also survive. The casket is at the Berge Funeral Home in Valders, where friends may call after 2 p.m. Monday. At 10 a,m, Tuesday, the casket will be moved to the church. Manitowoc Herald-Times, Saturday, September, 13, 1952


MARIE E. FREE Marie Emma Free, age 92, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, died Friday evening, Dec. 19, 2003. Funeral Services will be held 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 22, 2003 at The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St. Manitowoc. The Rev. Stephen Melso will officiate with burial in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Town of Liberty. Marie was born in Sheboygan on July 2, 1911, oldest daughter of the late John and Anna (Wilde) Nisleit. As a young lady, Marie moved with her family to the town of Liberty. On December 16, 1933, Marie married William Free at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church. They farmed in the town of Liberty until 1980 when they moved to Manitowoc. William died Aug. 28, 1987. She was a member of Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church, town of Liberty. Marie enjoyed the activities at St. Mary's Home while she was able. Marie is survived by her two sons: Edward (Gertrude) Free, Cleveland; Elwood (Denise) Free, Newton; three grandchildren: Tammy (Loren) Horzwill, Hingham; Bill Free, Green Bay; and Marlena Free, Manitowoc; two great grandsons: Cody Horswill and Alex Free; a brother: Harold Nisleit, San Leandro, Calif.; two sisters: Dorothy Tegen and Elva Sohn, both of Manitowoc, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and husband William, Marie is preceded in death by a grandson: Terry Free, twin great-grandchildren: Scott and Christine Horswill; a brother Carl Nisleit and a sister Doris Springstube. Relatives and Friends may call at The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St., Manitowoc on Monday from 5 to the time of service at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter


MARY I. FREE Mrs. Louis Free, 83, a resident of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. Samuel Kugler will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Free was born April 3, 1884, in the town of Newton, daughter of the late Wilhelm and Marie Baryenbruch Selle, and was married July 2, 1907, to Louis Free at Newtonburg. The couple farmed in the Town of Liberty and he died Sept. 13, 1942. She was a member of the Ladies Aid Society. Survivors include five sons, William of Rt. 1, Newton, Herbert and Hugo of Milwaukee, Clarence of Manitowoc and Walter of Sheboygan; a brother, Emil, and a sister, Mrs. Bertha Vogt, both of Manitowoc; 20 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Two brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. Thursday until Friday noon when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 10, 1968 P. T7 ******** (b. 3 Apr. 1884/d. Jan. 1968/SSDI)


WILLIAM F. FREE (d. 1987) William F. Free, 79, of 1433 N. 6th St., Manitiowoc, formerly of Newton, died Friday morning, August 28, 1987 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm Monday at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. Thomas R. Hartwig will officiate and burial will be in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery. Mr. Free was born February 25, 1908, in the Township of Liberty, Manitowoc County, son of the late Louis and Mary Selle Free. He grew up and was educated in the Township of Liberty. Mr. Free farmed in the Township of Newton most of his life. He also worked part time as a milk truck hauler for 14 years and also 14 years at F.S. Feed Mill at Newton, retiring in 1970 and moving to Manitowoc in 1983. He married Marie E. Nisleit, December 16, 1933 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Mr. Free was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran church. Survivors include his wife, Marie; two sons and daughters-in-law, Edward and Gertrude Free of Cleveland, Wisconsin and Elwood and Denise Free of rural Newton; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Herbert and Anita Free of Milwaukee, Clarence and Elmira Free of Manitowoc, Walter and Dorothy Free of Sheboygan; three grandchildren, Tammy and her husband, Loren, Billy and Marlena; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Hugo and a grandson, Terry. Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei 9th St. Chapel, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 9 pm Sunday and Monday at the church from noon until the time of services. Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church or Trinity Grade School. Manitowoc Herald Times - Sat., Aug. 29, 1987 - page 14 ******** (25 Feb. 1908/Aug. 1987/SSDI)



WILLIAM L. FREE (d. 1943) The body of William Louis Free, 51, town of Liberty resident, employed as a shipfitter at the Manitowoc ship yards for the last 2 1/2 years, was found early Wednesday evening in the barn at his farm by Deputy Sheriff George Herzog Jr. Death was due to self inflicted gunshot wounds. Dr. Theodore Teitgen said death probably took place Monday night. Free had not been seen all day Tuesday and Wednesday and Herzog visited the farm last night in an effort to learn the man's whereabouts. He notified the sheriff'f office and County Police Radio Operator Harry Brandenburg in turn notified Coroner Teitgen. The latter went to the farm with Deputy Sherriff Ferdinand Ewald. Mrs. Free has been visiting in Chicago since last Saturday. Mr. Free was born May 21, 1891 in the town of Liberty and lived on the farm for 35 years. For the last 2 1/2 years he was employed at the ship yards in Manitowoc. He married Lillian Vetter in 1916. She survives with one daughter, Mrs. Frank Brezoni of the town of Newton and three grandchildren. The body was taken to the Berge funeral home at Valders where funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The casket will not be opened. Manitowoc Herald-Times, Thursday, February 25, 1943


LOUIS FROSCH NEWTON PIONEER AND WAR VET DEAD, AGED 88 Louis Frosch, pioneer of Newton and a civil war veteran, died at Liberty and the funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon from the Lutheran church at Liberty. Mr. Frosch was 88 years of age and born in Germany, coming to Manitowoc county in 1849 and settling on a farm in Newton until twenty years ago when he took up his home with his daughter in Liberty. He served with the 14th Wisconsin in the Civil war. Two sons, Henry at Loman, Minn. and Carl, this city, and one daughter, Mrs. John (illegible), of Liberty survive. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, July 02, 1918


CHRISTIAN GATTING Christian Goetting died 28 December 1879 at age of 73 years, 4 months & 24 days. (b.: about 4 August 1806)(From the Trinity Lutheran church records, Liberty twp.) ******** Name: Christian Goetting Event Type: Death Event Date: 1879 Event Place: Cato, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Gender: Male Age: 72 Marital Status: Married Race: white Occupation: farmer Birth Date: 04 Aug 1806 Birth Year (Estimated): 1807 Birthplace: Germany Burial Place: town of Liberty Father's Name: Christian Goetting Spouse's Name: Fredericke Meinke "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907" ******** 1879 Dec 28/GOETTING Christian/v.2 p.92 "Manitowoc County Pre-1907 Death Index"


LEROY H. GAUGER LeRoy H. Gauger, 53, of Valders, died Sunday morning, Jan. 20, at the family residence. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. C.R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Gauger was born Aug. 28, 1926, in the Town of Kossuth, son of Ida Jaeger Gauger and the late Hugo Gauger. He attended St. John Lutheran School, Maribel, and served in the United States Air Force from 1945 to 1948. He married Lois Gieschen Nov. 22, 1951, of Jackson, Wis. Mr. Gauger operated the Amoco Bulk Service in Valders and was a member of Amoco Jobbers Association of Wisconsin. He served on the Board of Controls for Manitowoc Lutheran High School and was a former member of the Trinity Lutheran School Board and Church Council. Survivors include his wife, two sons, Steven of Mankato State University, Mankato, Minn., and James at home and his mother, Mrs. Ida Gauger of Manitowoc. Two brothers and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 5 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Monday evening and at the church from noon Tuesday until the time of service. Memorials may be made to Manitowoc Lutheran High School, Martin Luther Prep School or Trinity Lutheran Church. Herald Times Reporter, January 21, 1980 P.3


LOIS M. GAUGER Lois M. Gauger, age 76, formerly of Valders, died on Monday, Jan. 22, 2007, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. Lois was born on July 15, 1930 in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Rev. Paul J. and Norma Klebenow Gieschen. She married LeRoy Gauger on Nov. 22, 1952. He preceded her in death on Jan. 20, 1980. Lois worked for 27 years at the Manitowoc Health Care Center as a social worker until her retirement. She was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and a past president of the Ladies Guild of Manitowoc Lutheran High School. She loved to travel and spend time with her grandchildren. Survivors include two sons, Steven M. Gauger, Caledonia Minn.; James (Tammy) Gauger, Valders; five grandchildren: Benjamin Gauger, Oshkosh; Loni Gauger, Valders, and her fiancé: Kevin Dleinhans of St. Nazianz; Ian Gauger, Valders; Mariah Gauger, Valders; Teresa Gauger, Caledonia; other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, LeRoy; and one infant brother who died at birth. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 25, 2007, at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 916 Pine St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Schossow will officiate with burial to follow at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, town of Liberty. Relatives and friends may call at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc, is assisting the Gauger family. Manitowoc Herald Times Tuesday, January 23, 2007 pg. A3


ANNA GENZ Mrs. Charles Genz, 60, nee Anna Fenske, died at her home 1602 Hamilton street, at 5:45 this morning; following a lingering illness. Mrs. Genz was born May 2, 1876, in the town of Liberty. On Feb. 12, 1910, she was married to Charles Genz and the couple operated a farm in the town of Liberty until eight years ago, when they retired and moved to the city of Manitowoc. Survivors include the husband, three daughters; Mrs. Herman Clasen ard Mrs. Alfred Rambadt, both of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Delvin Groelle, Newton; one sister, Mrs. Henry Meyer, Manitowoc; and seven grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 o'clock Monday afternoon at the home and 2 o'clock at the Trinity Lutheran church at Liberty. The Rev. Adelbert Geiger will officiate. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may view the body at the home from 2 p.m. Sunday until the time of the services Monday. Manitowoc Herald-Times, Saturday, February 2, 1946


AUGUSTA GENZ From Der Nord Westen, 29 July 1909: Mrs. Charles Jens died Sunday evening in Town Liberty from appendicitis. The deceased, who was 29, leaves her husband and 3 daughters, as well as her aged parents and several sisters. ******** MRS. CHAS. JENS DEAD AT LIBERTY Word was received by Louis Commings, South Thirteenth street, that his sister, Mrs. Chas Jens at Liberty had died last night. Only a week ago she was taken sick with inflammation of the bowels and no thoughts of serious results were entertained at the time. Mrs. Jens was 29 years of age. Besides a husband and three daughters, Erma, aged 9 years, Hilda, aged 6 years, and Linda aged 3 years. Her parents, five sisters and four brothers survive. Mr. and Mrs. William Commings, parents of Mrs. Jens, reside on a farm in Liberty. The sisters are Mrs. Chas. Pleuss of Rapids, Mrs. Henry Jonas of Cato, Mary, Lizzie and Sophia of Liberty. The brothers are Louis of this city, John of Birnhamwood and William, Jr. and Fred of Liberty. Arrangements for the funeral have not been completed. Interment will be at Liberty. Manitowoc Daily Tribune, Monday, July 26, 1909


CARL GENZ Carl F. Genz, 86, of 1602 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc where he had been a patient for six weeks. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Thursday at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty, Manitowoc County, the Rev. Samuel Kugler officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Genz was born Feb. 10, 1875 in the Town of Newton, son of the late William and Susan Kriesen Genz. He was a blacksmith for three years at the time of his marrying Augusta Commings Oct. 7, 1898 at Manitowoc Rapids. He then farmed in the Town of Liberty. His wife preceded him in death in 1909 and a sister also preceded him in death. He married Anna Fenske Feb. 12, 1910 in the township and he continued farming there until 1938 when the family moved to Manitowoc. She preceded him in death in 1946. He had been a member of the Citizens Club of Manitowoc since its founding several years ago. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Herman Clasen, Mrs. Alfred Rambadt and Mrs. Delvin Groelle of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Friends may call after 3 pm Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 10:30 am Thursday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body may be viewed from 11 am until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times - Tues., Jun 13, 1961 - page 11



MARIA GENZ Maria Gens nee Schwarz/leaves one daughter & granddaughter & great grandchildren, cause: jaundice ******** Maria Gens birth: 24 July 1808 Germany death: 2 December 1894 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wis. father: Schwarz spouse: Gens Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


NORMA K. GIESCHEN Mrs. Paul Gieschen, 70, of Valders, died Tuesday morning at home. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Thursday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Liberty. The Rev. Samuel Kugler will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Gieschen, nee Norma Klebenow, was born Aug. 10, 1900 at Milwaukee, daughter of the late William and Augusta Dauer Klebenow. She was married to the Rev. Paul Gieschen Sept. 5, 1923 at Milwaukee. They located at Jackson, Wis., and he retired in 1964 when the couple moved to Valders. Her husband preceded her in death in December, 1964. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. LeRoy (Lois) Gauger, of Valders; a brother, Ed Klebenow of Brookfield; three sisters, Mrs. Ellie Kozouvek of New Berlin, Mrs. Erma Stumph of Brookfield and Mrs. Lillian Johnson of Milwaukee and two grandchildren. A son and three brothers preceded her in death. Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders after 4 pm Wednesday until noon Thursday and at the church until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times - Tues., Aug. 18, 1970 - page M15 ******** Mrs. Paul Gieschen, 70, Valders, passed away Tuesday morning at home. She was the former Norma Klebenow and was born August 10, 1900 in Milwaukee, daughter of the late William and Augusta Dauer Klebenow. She married the Rev. Paul Gieschen September 5, 1923. The couple served St. John's parish in Maribel before locating at Jackson, Wis. When Rev. Gieschen retired in 1964 they moved to Valders. Her husband preceded her in death in December, 1964. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. LeRoy (Lois) Gauger of Valders; a brother, Ed Klebenow of Brookfield; three sisters, Mrs. Ellie Kozouvek of New Berlin, Mrs. Erma Stumph of Brookfield and Mrs. Lillian Johnson of Milwaukee and two grandchildren. A son and three brothers preceded her in death. Funeral rites are being held at 2 o'clock this Thursday afternoon at Trinity Lutheran church, Liberty, with burial in the church cemetery and the Rev. Samuel Kugler officiating. Denmark Press - Thurs., Aug. 20 1970 - page 6



PASTOR PAUL J. GIESCHEN Rev. Paul Gieschen, 64, of Valders, died early Friday morning shortly after admittance to Holy Family Hoepital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. Samuel Kugler will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. The Rev Gieschen was born June 17, 1900, at Paris, Wis., son of the late Henry and Lydia Thurow Gieschen. He married Norma Kiebenow at Milwaukee Sept. 5, 1923. The pastor services St. Paul Lutheran Church, Cudahy, from 1922 to 1927: he was a professor at Lutheran High School, Milwaukee, from 1927 to 1937; pastor of Zion Lutheran Church, Rhinelander, from 1937 to 1944; teacher at Racine Lutheran High School, 1944-45; pastor of St. John Lutheran Church, Maribel, 1945-50; and pastor of David Star Lutheran Church, Jackson, Wis., 1950-54. Surviving are his wife, a daughter, (private), of Valders and two grandsons. Friends may call at Farley Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p. m. Saturday until noon Sunday and then at the church. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 18, 1964 ******** (17 Jun 1900/Dec 1964/SSDI)


AUGUST GIESE Death in Clarks Mills on Thurs. last week of 54-yr. old August Giese of a stroke. He leaves 5 children. Der Nord Westen, 01 Mar. 1900 ******** Aug Geise birth: 1846 Germany death: 22 February 1900 Cato, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty residence: 1900 Cato, Wis. spouse: Minnie Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


JOHN GIESE Johann Giese died 28 September 1888 at age of 1 year, 19 days. (b. about 9 September 1887) (From the Trinity Lutheran church records, Liberty twp.)(John Giese footstone in #40)


LOUISE GIESE A little child of Mrs. Giese was buried on Sunday. It died after a short illness. Manitowoc Lake Shore Times - Tues., Apr. 17, 1888 - page 7 ******** Louise Giese died 6 April 1888 at age of 7 months. (b. about 6 October 1887) (From the Trinity Lutheran church records, Liberty twp.)(Louise Giese footstone in #40)


MINNIE GIESE Clarks Mills – We are sorry to announce the death of Mrs. Giese. She leaves a number of small children. Her burial took place last Tuesday. The bereaved have the sympathy of the community. Manitowoc Lake Shore Times - Sept. 11, 1888 - page 5 ******** Note: 1880 Town of Cato census has Mina Giese listed as age 23 with husband, August and two small children. ******** Amalie W. C. Sophie Giese nee Strade, wife of August Giese, died 2 September 1888 at age of 31 years, 2 months, 28 days. (b. about 4 June 1857) (From the Trinity Lutheran church records, Liberty twp.)


AUGUST GLAESER A. C. GLAESER PASSES AWAY Former Cato Supervisor Dies At Home At Madson Station August Carl Glaeser, 70, former supervisor of the town of Cato, died at his home, Madsen Station at 8:20 this morning following a long illness Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 from the home and at Two o'clock from the Liberty Ev. Lutheran church, the Rev. E. C. Schroeder officiating Mr. Glaeser was born March 9, 1866 at Cedarburg. He was brought to the town of Cato by his parents when he was four months old. He later operated the farm owned by his father, retiring from it eight years ago because of failing health, and bought a home at Madsen Station. He was married Oct. 11, 1899 to Paulina Rusch of the town of Liberty, who survives. Mr. Glaeser served as a supervisor in the town of Cato from 1923 through 1925 and was at one time a member of the schoolboard there. He held various offices in the Liberty Ev. Lutheran church. Survivors include the widow; five sons, Edmund and Oscar of Manitowoc, Emil of Madson Station, Gerald on the home farm and Walter of the Town of Liberty; a daughter, Mrs Joseph Barilla, Manitowoc; and two brothers, William of Bloomville and Frank of Manitowoc; and eight grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the home from Monday afternoon until the time of the services Tuesday. Mr. Glaeser had been ailing for over 20 years. About 20 years ago he contracted a disease when skinning a bull which had died from Black Leg, contagious to human beings. He had trouble with his health since that time. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 5, 1936


AUGUSTA H. GLAESER PIONEER CATO WOMAN DIES AT AGE OF 80 YEARS Mrs. Augusta Glaeser Succumbs to Third Stroke of Paralysis A third stroke of paralysis which she suffered a few days ago caused the death of Mrs. Augusta Glaeser, widow of the late Karl Glaeser, of Cato, at her home in Liberty Saturday. Mrs. Glaeser had been in poor health for a year or more and owing to her advanced age, it was known that death was but a matter of time. Decedent was 80 years of age and came to Manitowoc county more than a half century ago, and had made her home here since. She was the mother of Frank Glaeser, this city, who with three other sons, survive. August of Cato, Herman of Liberty and William of Lincoln county. Mrs. Glaeser was the mother of seven children, three of whom preceded her in death. The funeral will be held from the home of her son, August, in Liberty, to the Lutheran church there tomorrow afternoon. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, October 25, 1915


BABY BOY GLAESER Graveside services for the infant son of Mr. and Ms. James Glaeser of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, were at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Libety, with the Rev. S. G. Kugler officiating. The infant was born and died Sunday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. He was the son of James and Julie Reinertson Glaeser. Among survivors are the parents; a brother, Wayne, at home; the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Reinertson of Cato, and the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Glaeser, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc. Farley Funeral Home, Valders, was in charge of arrangements. Two Rivers Reporter, August 12, 1963 P. M-3



CARL GLAESER Carl Glaeser, one of the old residents of this locality, died very sudden Saturday night. Mr. Glaeser retired as usual Saturday evening apparently in the best of health. As he did not rise at his usual time Sunday morning, one of the members of the family went to investigate and found him dead in bed. Death was due to heart failure. Mr. Glaeser was born in Germany December 26, 1834. When still a young man he came to this country locating in Port Washington where he lived for a number of years. Later he removed to the town of Cato where he has since made his home. He is survived by an aged widow and four sons; August, Herman and Frank of Manitowoc and Wm. of Merrill, Wisconsin. The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon from the German Lutheran Church with Rev. Weerts officiating.}} Manitowoc Daily Herald, Dec. 10, 1914


CLARA GLAESER Mrs. Gerald H. (Clara) Glaeser, 69, of 3910 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc, died Tuesday afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Kock will officiate and burial will be in Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery, Town of Liberty. Mrs. Glaeser, nee Clara Ahl, was born Apr. 14, 1904, in the Town of Newton, daughter of the late Peter and Rose Mars Ahl. She was married to Gerald H. Glaeser Jan. 5, 1924, at Milwaukee. In recent years she made her home at Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death Sept. 4, 1967. She was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Ladies Aid Society of the church and Manitowoc Senior Citizens. Survivors include a son, Robert W., of Valders; two brothers, Joseph, of Manitowoc and Frank, of Sheboygan; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Fitzgerald, of California, Mrs. Lillian Lutzke, of Manitowoc and Mrs. William (Lena) Bertsche, of Newton; and three grandchildren, Daniel, Dale and Barbara Glaeser, of Valders. A son, William, two brothers and three sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, using the Ninth Street entrance, from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday until noon Friday and from 12:30 p.m. at the church until the time of service. Manitowoc Senior Citizens will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Herald Times Reporter, Wednesday, September 19, 1973 P. 3 ******** (14 Apr 1904/Sep 1973/SSDI)


EDNA GLAESER Edna Louisa Johanna Glaeser, age 91, formerly of 342 N Jackson St., Valders, died Tuesday evening, Aug. 8, 2006, at River's Bend Helath and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. Edna was born in the town of Liberty on Feb. 23, 1915, daughter of the late Carl and Lydia (Hackmann) Kraase. She married Walter August Carl Glaeser on Sept. 28, 1935, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in the town of Liberty. He preceded her in death on Sept. 12, 2003. Edna farmed with her husband in the town of Liberty until their retirement in 1977. After retirement, the couple moved to Valders. She was a lifelong member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Chruch, having been baptized, confirmed and married there. Edna was also a member of the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Chruch Ladies Aid. Survivors include her two sons: Earl (Lois) Glaeser, Manitowoc; James (Julie) Glaeser, Cato; grandchildren: Lee (Peggy) Glaeser, Newton; Wayne (Bethany) Glaeser, Oakdale, Calif.; Todd (Tammy) Glaeser, Valders; Paul (Karen Galeser, Freedom; Nancy (Ty) Powell, Evansville; Brian (Carol) Glaeser, Valders; Kim (Steven) Fischer, Manitowoc; great-grandchildren: Ryan, Kayla, Michael, Brandon, Brett, Brenna, Nicole, Megan and Lindsay Glaeser; Dana and Grant Powell; Matthew and Kaitlyn Fischer. Also surviving are cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Edna was preceeded in death by her husband: Walter; her parents: her brother: Clarence; brothers-in-law; a sister-in-law; and a grandson. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 11, 2006, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, town of Liberty. Presiding at the service will be the Rev. Gregory Pope. Burial will follow in the Trinity Church Cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m. on Aug. 11, 2006. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff at River's Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center, for the kindness and care given to Edna during her illness. Manitowoc Herald Times Thursday, August 10, 2006 pg. A3



GERALD GLAESER Gerald Glaeser, 64, of Valders died Monday evening at home. Funeral services will be at 2 p m. Thursday at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. Samuel Kugler will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Glaeser was born Sept. 15, 1902, in the Town of Cato son of the late August and Paulina Rusch Glaeser. He was a farmer until 22 years ago when he went into the rural insurance business. He married Clara Ahl Jan. 5, 1923, at Milwaukee. Mr. Glaeser was a former member of the church council. Survivors include his wife, a son, Robert, of Valders; three brothers, Oscar and Emil, of Manitowoc and Walter, of rural Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Joseph Barilla, of Manitowoc; and three grandchildren. A brother and son preceded him in death. Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. Wednesday until noon Thursday and then at the church. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 5, 1967 ******** (15 Sep 1902/Sep 1967/SSDI)


HERMAN GLAESER LIBERTY MAN DIES SUDDENLY, HEART ATTACK Herman Glaeser, well known town of Liberty farmer, died suddenly today at his home, Route 2, Valders, a victim of heart failure. Although he had suffered from heart trouble for some time, his condition had not been considered alarming and he was about as usual this morning, when the fatal attack came. Mr. Glaeser was 47 years of age and a native of the town of Cato. His wife died four years ago and he is survived by eight children, Mrs. Carl Huebner, of this city, Hulda, Herbert, Hertha, Bernard, Edgar, Leonard and Mathilda, all at home. Three brothers, Wm. Glaeser of Bloomville, Wis., Frank of this city and August of Cato, also survive. Mr. Glaeser was head of the Liberty church society and was one of the most prominent men of his community. Funeral arrangements have not been made. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, September 9, 1922 P. 1


MATHILDA GLAESER (d. 1918) Mrs. Herman Glaeser, a life-long resident of the town of Liberty, died at her home and the funeral was held today, relatives from this city attending. Mrs. Glaeser gave her life for that of her babe, the child surviving. She was 39 years of age and is survived by her husband and eight children. Frank Glaeser and family of this city attended the funeral today. Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 25, 1918 P. 4 ********* The Angel of Death entered the home of Herman Glaeser, near Valders, and took the devoted mother from her loving family after only a short illness. Mrs. Glaeser, nee Matilda Kattrek, was 38 years old, was born Aug. 10, 1880, in the town of Liberty. Those who mourn her early death are her husband and eight children, who are Erna, Hulda, Herbert, Hertha, Benard, Edgar, Leonard and a baby daughter, and one sister, Mrs. Carl Lenz. The funeral took place at the Ev. Lutheran church on Saturday afternoon, the funeral being one of the largest of this community. Manitowoc Daily, Herald, May 29, 1918 P. 4


MATHILDA GLAESER (d. 1933) DIES AFTER AN OPERATION Mathilda Glaeser, 15, To Be Buried On Monday Complications which set in following an operation caused the death of Mathilda Glaeser, 15, at Holy Family hospital last night. She was born May 22, 1918. Her mother died shortly after her birth and her father died four years later. Since then she had made her home with her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Lenz, Valders, Route 2. Other survivors are two sisters, Mrs. Carl Huebner of Manitowoc and Mrs. Myron Haupt of Newton, and four brothers, Herbert, Bernard, Edgar and Leonard, all of Manitowoc. The body will be removed from the Berge Undertaking parlors at Valders to the Lenz home Saturday. Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m., from the residence and at 2 o'clock at the Liberty church. The Rev. Paul Hensel will officiate. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 17, 1933


PAULINE GLAESER Mrs. August Glaeser, 80, died this morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Joseph Berilla, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness. She was born Aug. 11, 1875, in the town of Liberty, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Rusch. She was married on Oct. 11, 1899, to August Glaeser who preceded her in death in 1936. She is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Berilla; five sons, Edmund, Oscar, and Emil, of Manitowoc; Walter of the Town of Liberty; and Gerald of Juneau; two brothers, William Rusch, Town of Liberty, and Reinhold of the Town of Manitowoc; five sisters, Mrs. Elsa Schultz and Mrs. Bertha Schultz, both of the Town of Liberty; Mrs. Linda Kieselhorst, Newton; Mrs. Ida Nass and Mrs. Marie Fritsch, both of Milwaukee; 10 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. Samuel Kugler will officiate. Burial will bbe in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home from Friday noon until 10 a.m. Saturday when the body will be moved to the church. Sheboygan Press, November 30, 1955


ROBERT W. GLAESER Robert W. Glaeser, age 84, of 3400 Yorkshire Lane, Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Thursday, May 27, 2010, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center where he resided since Wednesday. Bob was born on Sept. 29, 1925, in Milwaukee, Wis. He was the son of the late Gerald and Clara Ahl Glaeser. Bob attended Valders High School and in past years had been employed with Lakeland Egg oop, Leverenz Shoe Company and the Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry. He also was a realtor with various local real estate agencies for many years. On Oct. 27, 1945, he married Eline Matthias at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church in the town of Liberty. Bob had been a member of Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church and served as President of the church council. While residing in the Village of Valders, Bob served on the village board for 10 years. In 1982, Bob became a member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church in Manitowoc where he served on the church council and also served as President of the Aid Association for Lutherans (Thrivent) Local No. 2436. He was a member of the Musicians Local No. 205, the Local No. 125 AFL-CIO serving as President eight years at the Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry, 20 year member of the Manitowoc County Board of Realtors, Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra, Manitowoc Marine Band, City of Manitowoc Zoning Board of Appeals and the Manitowoc City Codes Committee and the Manitowoc Senior Center. Bob enjoyed being a musician and arranged performances for many local bands and vocal groups. He enjoyed fishing at their cottage at Sand Bay and spending time there with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed traveling and playing various musical instruments with many of the local bands playing big band music, Dixie Land music and polkas. He is survived by his wife of 64 years: Eline; two sons: Attorney Daniel (Sharon) Glaeser, Manitowoc; Dale Glaeser, Manitowoc; one daughter: Barbara (Michael) Bomber, Green Bay; five grandchildren: dam Glaeser, Matthew Glaeser, Sarah Glaeser, Amie Bomber and Christopher Bomber; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Lorraine Ewald, Bernett Lorfeld, Edward and Janet Matthias, Gladys Matthias; many nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by one brother: Billy Glaeser. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, 916 Pine St., Manitowoc. Officiating will be the Rev. Paul Schossow with burial to follow at Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery, town of Liberty. Relatives and friends may call at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials would be appreciated to Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran High School. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Holy Family Hospice and Home Health Care. The special care and compassion that was given by Mary, Ben, Leroy, Rahlf, Leah, Lynn and Sue was greatly appreciated and will always be remembered. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, N. 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, May 29, 2010



WALTER GLAESER Walter Glaeser, age 91, of 342 N. Jackson St., Valders, died Friday morning, Sept. 12, 2003, at River’s Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 15, 2003, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, town of Liberty. The Rev. Robert Kujawski will officiate at the service and burial will follow at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery. Walter was born Feb. 22, 1912 in the town of Cato, Manitowoc County, son of the late August Carl and Paulina Wilhelmine Rusch Glaser. On Sept. 28, 1935, he married the former Edna Louisa Johanna Kraase at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in the town of Liberty, Manitowoc County. Walter and his wife farmed in the town of Liberty until their retirement in 1977. He also worked for the Soo Line Railroad and worked as a mason. Walter was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Survivors include his wife; Edna Glaeser, Manitowoc; his children: Earl (Lois) Glaeser, Manitowoc, and James (Julie) Glaeser, Cato; seven grandchildren; Lee (Peggy) Glaeser, Newton; Wayne (Bethany) Glaeser, Oakdale, Calif.; Todd (Tammy) Glaeser, Valders; Paul (Karen) Glaeser, Freedom; Nancy (Ty) Powell, Evansville; Brian (Carol) Glaeser, Valders; and Kim (Steven) Ficher, Manitowoc; 11 great-grandchildren: Ryan, Kayla, Michael, Brandon, Brett, Breanna, Nicole, Megan and Lindsay Glaeser; and Dana and Grant Powell. Also surviving are cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, one sister,five sisters-in-law, a brother-in-law and a grandson. Friends may call at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church on Monday morning, Sept. 15, 2003 from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. Christianson & Deja Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center for their kindness and care given to Walter during his illness. Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 13, 2003 ******** Funeral services for Walter Glaeser, age 91, of 342 N. Jackson St., Valders, who died Friday morning, Sept. 12, 2003, at River’s Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 15, 2003, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, town of Liberty. The Rev. Robert Kujawski will officiate at the service and burial will follow at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery. Friends may call at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church on Monday morning, Sept. 15, 2003 from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. Christianson & Deja Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter


WILLIAM GLAESER William, five-year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Gerhard Glaeser of the town of Cato, who was stricken with infantile paralysis a few days ago, died at the Holy Family hospital in this city. Private funeral services were held. The Glaesers reside on a farm two and a half miles east of Valders. Survivors are the parents and another son. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, September 22, 1939 ******* Mr. and Mrs. Gerhard Glaeser, town of Cato, are mourning the death of their son, William 5, who died at the hospital from an attack of infantile paralysis last week. Funeral services were private. Manitowoc Sun Messenger, Friday, September 29, 1939


ANNA GOETHKE Miss Anna Goethke, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. August Goethke of Libefty, died at her home at an early hour Sunday morning, after an illness of a few months. She was 19 years of age. The funeral took place Wednesday from the German Lutheran church in Liberty. Interment was in adjoining cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot, December 19, 1907


AUGUST GOETHKE August Goethke, 67, of 921 South Tenth street, retired farmer, died Sunday morning at the Holy Family hospital, following a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Pfeffer funeral heme, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in the Lutheran cemetery in Liberty. He was born in Newton in 1859 and in 1881 married Miss Mary Bull. They located on a farm in Liberty. Following the death of his wife in 1924 he moved to this city. Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. William Rottmann and Mrs. Leo Fricke of this city and Mrs. Walter Dick of Chicago: two sons, Louis of Chicago and William, of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Sophie Krohn of Whitelaw and Mrs. Emma Neuman of this city; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald-Times, Monday, November 4, 1946


BERTHA GOETHKE The fifteen year old daughter of August Goetke, of the town of Liberty, died yesterday of brain fever. She had been ill but a short time and her death is a great shock to her parents and friends. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, November 17, 1898 P. 4 ******** Bertha Goethke birth: 22 July 1883 Manitowoc Co., Wis. death: 13 November 1898 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty, Manitowoc Co. residence: 1898 Manitowoc Co., Wis. father: August Goethke mother: Mary Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


MARY GOETHKE The funeral of Mrs. August Goethe was held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the house, with burial in the Liberty cemetery. The funeral was largely attended. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, May 8, 1924 ******** Notes form Liberty Mrs. August Goetke died suddenly Tuesday. Her death was due to a stroke of apoplexy. Mrs. August Goethke died suddenly Rapids, Feb. 6, 1867 and was married to August Goethke November 2 1880. They settled on the farm here where they have since resided. She is survived by her husband, two sons, Louis of Chicago and William of Manitowoc; three daughters. Mrs. William Rottmann and Mrs. Fischer of Manitowoc and Mrs. William Abraham of Chicago; her father, Carl Bull of Manitowoc and one sister, Mrs. C. Holst of Chicago. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon from the Liberty church, Rev. Haentzel officiating. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., May 1, 1924 (copied as written in the paper)


ANNA CHRISTIN GRUETZMACHER Name: Gruetzmacher, Anna Christin D.: 12/27/1869 B.: Reg. D.: 11/22/1870 Sex: F/W Age at Death: 65 Yrs. 4 Mo. B.P.: Prussia D.P.: Tn. Liberty Cem.: Trn. Churchyard-Liberty Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. Chas. Wagner Spouse: Gruetzmacher F.: -----Lebow M.: Cause of Death: Weakness of old age Pg. #: 80


CHRISTIAN FRIEDRICH GRUETZMACHER Christian Friedrich Gruetzmacher, born 12 April 1799 at Schoenhagen, Pomerania, Kingdom Prussia, died 14 December 1863, 4 AM, chest trouble, buried 16 December 1863. (From the Trinity Lutheran church records, Liberty twp.)


ALVINA HACKER Mrs. Alvina Hacker, 67, of Rt. 1, Valders, died Monday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient 11 days. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Trinity Lutheran church in the Town of Liberty, the Rev. Samuel J. Kuglar officiating, with burial in the church cemetery. Mrs. Hacker was born Oct. 6, 1887, in the Town of Newton, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Herman Sonnenburg. In 1910, she was married to Martin Hacker who died in 1927. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Lester Mittnacht of Manitowoc; three sons, Elmer of Rt. 1, Valders, and Harold and Lester of Manitowoc; step-mother, Mrs. Augusta Sonnenburg of Rt. 3, Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Ernest Rusch and Mrs. George Dummer of Manitowoc; three brothers, Walter of Manitowoc and Helmuth and Marvin of Rt. 3, Manitowoc; and 10 grandchildren. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The casket will be moved to the church at 10:30 a,m, Thursday, where the body will lie in state until the hour of services Manitowoc Herald-Times, Monday, January 24, 1955


FRIEDERICKA HACKER From Der Nord Westen, 07 Aug. 1902: Death of old age debility on Thurs. last week of Mrs. Friederike Hacker, the mother of our County Treasurer Charles Hacker, in the residence of her daughter, Mrs. August Lembke, in Newton. She was born in Germany 24 May 1823, came to America with her husband in 1852 and settled with him in our county. Following the death of her husband Mrs. Hacker resided among her children of whom she is survived by 4. The funeral was held Sun. from the Lutheran Church in Liberty. ******** Fredericka Haacper birth: 24 May 1813 Germany death: 21 July 1902 Newton, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty residence: 1902 Newton spouse: John Haacper Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


FRIEDRICH W. HACKER (d. 1912) CATO PIONEER DEAD AT AGE OF 87 YEARS Funeral services for Frederick Hacker, a pioneer settler of Cato, were held at Liberty today and a large number of friends from this city attended. Mr. Hacker, who was a brother of Chris Hacker, of this city was 87 years of age and had resided in the county for more than fifty years. Of late years he had made his home with his son, Ernest Hacker, at Cato, where his death occurred. An aged wife, four daughters and one son survive. Manitowoc Daily Herald Friday, January 3, 1913 pg. 8


FRIEDRICH HACKER (d. 1925) Fred Hacker, Town Liberty Pioneer, Dies Fred Hacker of the town of Liberty passed away at his home Thursday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock after a lingering illness. He was born in Germany on April 10, 1843 and came to this country when he was twelve years old, and settled in the town of Liberty where he has made his home ever since. In 1873 he was married to Minnie Mass who with three children survives him. They are Mrs. Herman Vogt of Manltowoc, Ernest Hacker of Newton and Martin on the old homestead. He also leaves eleven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. The funeral at which the Rev. Paul Hensel will officiate will take place at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon at the home and from there to the Lutheran church at Liberty. Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, June 26, 1925


JOHANN F. HACKER John Hacker, an old resident of the town of Newton died yesterday at the ripe old age of 88 years. The deceased came to America in 1852 and shortly afterwards came to Wisconsin and settled in the town of Newton where he has since resided. A general weakening of the vital organs was the cause of death. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, October 28, 1898 P. 4 ******* 1898 Oct 27 HACKER John co. death index v.6 p.99


MARTIN HACKER After an Illness of less than a month, Martin Hacker, prominent Liberty farmer, died at his home there Tuesday night. A severe cold developed into pneumonia and pleurisy, the end coming within a short time after, his conidition never having taken a turn for the better from the time he was stricken. Deceased was born in the town of Liberty, May 12, 1887, being forty years of age at the time of death, and has made Liberty his home all his life. He was married to Miss Alvlna Sonnenburg, May 12, 1910, who survives him, along with four children, Elmer, Harold, Sylvia and Lester, and his mother Mrs. Fred Hacker. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at one o'clock from the home and at two o'clock from the Ev. Lutheran church at Liberty, Rev, P. Hensel officiating. Interment will take place at Liberty. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, January 20, 1927


WILHELMINE HACKER MRS. FRED HACKER OF LIBERTY IS DEAD Mrs. Fred Hacker of Liberty, died at her home Tuesday of infirmities of old age, aged 76 years. Her maiden name was Minnie Haas (sic) and she was born Nov. 23, 1852. In 1873 she was united in marriage to Fred Hacker who preceded her in death three years ago. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Herman Vogt of Newton, a son, Ernst, also of Newton. One son, Martin died two years ago. There are 11 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A sister, Mrs. Louise Hecker also survives. The funeral services will be held from the home and later from the Liberty church, Rev. Hensel officiating. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, January 16, 1929


MARIA HAEFKE Mrs. Fred Haefke, Sr., 87, pioneer resident of the county died Sunday night at the farm home, now operated by her son, Carl, in Liberty. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Berge funeral home, Vaiders, the Rev. Paul Hensel of this city officiating. Burial will be in the Liberty cemetery. Mrs. Haefke was born in Germany and came to this couny at an early age. Her husband died 20 years ago. Survivors are three sons, Carl of Liberty, Fred of Cato, William of Evanston ILL.; daughter, Mrs. William Paul of Crivitz, Wis. The body may be viewed at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald-Times, Tuesday, September 3, 1940


IDA HAKER Mrs. Albert Hacker (sic), of the town of Cato, died at her home there yesterday at the age of 52 years. Deceased is survived by her husband and two step sons, John at Cato and George at Racine. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 1 o’clock. Manitowoc Daily Herald, April 6, 1918 P. 3 ******** (No. 28. 1st publication Apr. 30, '18.) Notice to Creditors IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT. In the matter of the estate of Ida Haker, deceased. Letters of administration on said estate having been issued to Albert Haker on the 10th day of April, A.D. 1918, and four months from and after said day being allowed and limited for creditors to present their claims, of which notice is hereby given, and further that the undersigned will, on the 13th day of August, 1918, at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, in said county, examine and adjust all such claims and demands so presented and filed. Dated April 10, 1918. John Chloupek, County Judge. E.S. Schmitz, Att. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, May 21, 1918 P. 4


HILDEGARDE HALVERSON Mrs. Mandville Halverson, 69, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. C.R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Halverson, nee Hildegarde Nelson, was born May 27, 1902, in the Town of Cato, daughter of the late Nels and Bella Madson Nelson. She was married to Mandville Halverson Aug. 24, 1929, at home. Survivors include her husband, a son, a daughter, and seven grandchildren. A brother preceded her in death. Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. Friday until noon Saturday and then at the church until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 20, 1971


LEE HALVERSON Mr. Lee Halverson, age 53, of 618 Norstad Road, Manitowoc, passed away Sunday, October 31, 1993, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, November 3, 1993, at 11:30 a.m. from Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Town of Liberty. The Rev Robert E. Schultz will officiate and burial will be at the church cemetery. He was born September 19, 1940 at Milwaukee, Wis., son of the late Mandille and Hildegard Nelson Halverson. He grew up and was educated in the Valders area and graduated from Valders High School in 1958. He served in the U.S. Arm in Germany from January 20, 1959 to March 22, 1962. He was employed at Tecumseh Products, New Holstein for 27 years. He was married to Donna M. Parizek on September 14, 1991, in Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church at Liberty. Survivors include his wife Donna M. Halverson, Manitowoc; his mother-in-law, Viola Parizek, Whitelaw; children include Scott (Jane) Halverson, Kiel; Rick (Peggy) Halverson, St. Nazianz, Kim (Mike) Mancheski, Valders, Craig Halverson, Valders, Troy Halverson, Manitowoc, and a special friend Sacha Herzog. Stepchildren include Dan Gintner, Manitowoc, Tom Gintner, Whitelaw, and a special friend Sue Traeger, Jane Baumann, Two Rivers and special friend Randy Beecher, Randy (Lori) Gintner, Branch, Shelley Herrmann, Manitowoc, Chris (Diane) Gintner, Branch. Mother of his children, Karen Halverson, Valders. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Justin and Kayla Halverson and Spender and Sadie Halverson; seven stepgrandchildren, Steve and Sarah Baumann, Jeff Gintner and Jacob Herrmann, Nathan Gintner, Kelsey Gintner and Rachel Gintner; a sister and brother-in-law, Faith and Wally Woepse, St. Nazianz; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law include Eugene and Joyce Parize, Greenleaf, Marvin and Diane Augustine, Whitelaw, Harold and Darlene Hurda, Whitelaw. Niece, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by a son-in-law Jeffrey Herrmann. Friends may call at the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to the time of service at 11:30 am. Reinbold & Pfeffer Funeral House is serving the family. Herald Times Reporter, November 2, 1993 P. A2



MANDVILLE HALVERSON Mandville Halverson, 74, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, died early Friday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Liberty. The Rev. C.R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery. Mr. Halverson was born April 21, 1898, in the Town of Cato, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Hans O. Halverson. He married Hildegarde Nelson Aug. 24, 1929. He worked for Wisconsin Public Service Corp. for 23 years and the Valders Telephone Co. for 12 years before retiring. His wife preceded him in death in October, 1971. Survivors include a son, Lee, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Walter (Faith) Woepse, of Rt. 3, Manitowoc; four brothers, Lloyd, of Good Thunder, Minn., Orley, of Milwaukee, Herbert, of Green Bay and Elton, of Appleton; a sister, Mrs. Harold Downer, of Pocohantas, Ark., and seven grandchildren. Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. Sunday until noon Monday and then at the church until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 10, 1972 ******** (b. 21 Apr 1898/d. Nov 1972/SSDI)


ESTHER HAMMEL Esther Hammel, 84, of Route 1, Manitowoc, died Sunday morning, September 1, at her residence. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. Rev. Thomas Hartwig will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Hammel was born June 2, 1901, in the Town of Liberty, daughter of the late Chris and Anna Horstman Behm. She attended Newtonburg Schools. She married Louis Hammel on June 2, 1924, at Newtonburg. Mrs. Hammel was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where she served as custodian for 35 years. She was also a member of the Churches Ladies Aide for 46 years and a member of the Valders Senior Citizens. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, LeRoy and Bernice of Seymour, Donald and Marilyn of Manitowoc; two daughters and a son-in-law, Delores Schmidt of Valders and Lucille and Chester Greunke of Burlington, Wisconsin and 23 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. She as preceded in death by her husband in 1962, three sons, a daughter, a brother, three sisters, a grandchild, a great grandchild and a son-in-law. Friends may call at Trinity Lutheran Church, 6 o’clock to 9 o’clock this Tuesday evening and Wednesday until the time of services. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran High. Herald Times Reporter, September 3, 1985 P. 3 ******** (2 June 1901/Sept. 1985/SSDI)



GORDON HAMMEL Young Liberty Farmer Killed By Electricity Fence Charged With 7,200 Volts Touched By Gordon Hammel Gordon C. Hammel, 23-year-old town of Liberty farm youth was electrocuted Wednesday afternoon when he came in contact with a highly charged electric fence on the Arnold Rusch farm four miles west of English lake where he was employed. Hammel, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hammel, route 1, Manitowoc, along with Raymond Rusch, 13, a son of his employer, had been repairing the single strand electric fence about three-fourths of a mile east of the farm home during the morning hours. The fence normally carries six volts of electricity. After eating their noon meal at the Rusch home the pair returned to their work shortly after 2 o'clock. However, during the noon hour a high wind had blown a tree down along the town road some distance from the point where the accident occurred. The tree, water soaked from rain, had fallen across high tension wires and also contacted the fence below, charging the strand with 7,200 volts. Inhalator Used It is believed that Hammel, in crawling over the fence, touched the wire with his leg and was killed instantly as the electricity, passing down through the tree, entered his body. Young Rusch grabbed him by the clothing but also received a slight charge and could not free Hammel. The boy then ran to his home and returned with his father, who removed the unconscious form from the wire with a dry pole. A call was put in for the Meihsner ambulance here and before leaving the city, Clarence Meihsner said he radioed the sheriff's office to send the county's inhalator to the scene of the accident. Radio operator Walter Blesemeyer and traffic officer John Meneau left immediately with that equipment. Arriving at the side of the unconscious Hammel about 10 minutes before the county officers, Meihsner and his assistant, Don Waak, applied artificial respiration until the inhalator was brought out. The officers administered oxygen for nearly an hour but were unable to revive the youth. Third This Year Coroner Theodore Teitgen was called and pronounced Hammel dead. He said it is probable that death occurred the moment his body came in contact with the fence. No inquest will be held. The electrocution was the third in Manitowoc county this year. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Berge funeral home in Valders and at 3:30 at the Trinity Lutheran church in Liberty with the Rev. Albert Geiger officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Star Athlete Born on his parents' farm in the town of Liberty in 1924, Gordon graduated from Valders high school with the class of 1943. He was a member of the football and track teams and captain of the latter squad in his senior year. A pitcher for the Collins softball team, he was recognized as one of the better hurlers in Manitowoc county rural softball circles. Surviving, in addition to the parents, are two brothers, (private), at home; two sisters, (private), and the paternal grandmother, Mrs. Louis Hammel Sr., of Milwaukee. The body may be viewed at the Berge funeral home from Friday at 3 p.m. until the time of services Saturday afternoon. Manitowoc Herald-Times, Thursday, September 2, 1948


LOUIS F. HAMMEL Funeral services for Louis Hammel, 71, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, who died Friday, will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Trinity Luthern Church, Town of Liberty, the Rev. S. G. Kugler officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Hammel was born Aug. 2, 1891, at Chicago, son of the late Louis and Caroline Damm. He married the former Esther Behm June 2, 1924, at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Newtonburg. He was a barber at St. Nazianz and since 1941 was employed at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Co. He has also been custodian of Trinity Luthern Church for 15 years. Mr. Hammel was a member of the Carpenter Union of Manitowoc and was a veteran of World War I. Survivors include his wife; two sons, (private); two daughters, (private); two brothers, Arthur of Rhinelander and Herbert of Rt. 1, Reedsville; a twin sister, Mrs. Edwin Leonard of Milwaukee and 18 grandchildren. Preceding him in death were a son, Gordon, a sister and three brothers. Friends may call at the Farley Funeral Home, Valders, until 12 noon Tuesday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, Mon. 20 Aug. 1962, page M-13, col. 3 ********* Inquest Rules Out Negligence MANITOWOC - No criminal..... Another inquest is scheduled at the County Courthouse Tuesday, Nov. 13 into the death of Louis F. Hammel, 71, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, who was fatally injured in a two-car collision at an intersection south of Valders Aug. 17 Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, November 6, 1962


ALMA HAUPT Alma Clara Haupt, age 82, formerly of rural Valders, passed away Monday morning, April 20, 1992, at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 8:15 p.m. Thursday at Trinity Lutheran Church in the town of Liberty. Rev. Robert Schultz officiating with burial in the church cemetery. Alma was born July 2, 1909 in the town of Liberty, the daughter of the late Nels and Tina Bratz Thronson. She was brought into the Lord’s Kingdom through the washing to Holy Baptism on July 23, 1909 at Valders West Lutheran Church in the town of Liberty. She attended Valders area schools. She was confirmed in the Christian faith on June 3, 1923 at Valders West Lutheran Church by Pastor White and also married by him to Erick Emil Haupt on September 12, 1929. She and her husband farmed in the town of Liberty. He preceded her in death on May 1, 1988. Alma is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Louette and Michael J.Propson Sr. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Victoria Schwahn and her husband, Mark; Michael E. Propson, Jr. and his wife, Lori, William, Brenda and Patrice Propson. Three great grandchildren, Petrea, Jacob and Angeline Schwahn also survive as well as three sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A sister and a brother preceded her in death. Friends may call at Trinity Lutheran Church on Thursday evening from 6 p.m. until the time of service. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home is serving the family. Herald Times Reporter, April 21, 1992 P. B6 ******** Notes from Valders At a very pretty wedding ceremony at the West Church on Thursday afternoon, Miss Alma Clara Thondson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nels Thondson of Liberty became the bride of Erich Haupt, also of the Town of Liberty, Rev. White officiating. Mrs. A.O. White sang “O Promise Me” and “ I love You Truly” before and after the ceremony accompanied by Mrs. Stanley Halverson. The bridal pair was attended by Renatta Haupt, sister of the groom, as maid of honor and Hilbert Haupt as best man, Clara Raschke and Ottmar Haupt, being the other attending couple with little Miss Doris Fritsch as flower girl. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Sept. 19, 1929



CHARLES HAUPT Charles Haupt, 83, retired town of Liberty farmer, died Friday afternoon at the homestead farm, now operated by his son, Erich, following a heart attack. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Liberty. The Rev. Samuel Kuglor will officiate and interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mr. Haupt was born in Newton in 1869 and when a young man moved to Liberty. In 1902 he married Miss Emma Rusch. She died in 1924. He was a school district treasurer for 18 years in Liberty and also served 20 years as treasurer of the Baryenbruch Telephone Company. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Norbert Kieselhorst of Manitowoc; three sons, Erich on the home farm, Rt. 1, Valders, Agon of Manitowoc Rapids and Ottomar of Newton and eight grandchildren. Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 2 p.m. Sunday. The casket will be moved to the church at 11 a.m. Monday. Manitowoc Herald-Times, Saturday, January 10, 1953


EMMA HAUPT The people of this community are, greatly shocked over the sudden death of Mrs. Charles Haupt, born Emma Rusch, who passed away Tuesday morning at her home here after a lingering illness. She is survived by her husband, four children, three boys and one girl. She also leaves to mourn her sudden death her aged parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Rusch Sr., five brothers and six sisters. Funeral arrangements have not been made. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, June 11, 1924


ERICH HAUPT Erick E. Haupt, 82, of English Lake rd., rural Valders, died Sunday evening, May 1, 1988 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm Thursday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. Thomas Hartwig will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Haupt was born March 26, 1906, in the town of Liberty, son of the late Charles and Emma Rusch Haput. He attended Liberty Bell School and Trinity Lutheran School. Mr. Haupt was formerly employed by the Town of Liberty for 17 years and also farmed in the Town of Liberty. He married Alma Thronson, September 12, 19? at Valders West Church. Survivors include his wife, Alma; a daughter and son-in-law, Louetta and Michael Propson of rural Valders; a sister, Renata Kieselhorst of Manitowoc; three sisters-in-law, Hertha Haupt of Manitowoc, Gertrude Haupt of rural Manitowoc and Verna Thronson of Kiel; five grandchildren, Victoria and her husband, Mark Schwahn, Michael Eric Propson, William Propson, Brenda Propson and Patricia Propson; two great grandchildren, Petrei and Jacob Schwahn. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Aron and Ottomar Haupt. Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 7 pm to 9 pm Wednesday and Thursday from noon until the time of services at the church. Manitowoc Herald Times - Tues., May 3, 1988 - page 14


GERTRUDE A. HAUPT Gertrude A. Haupt, age 93, of 9724 Mill Lane, Manitowoc, died on Monday evening, Dec. 13, 2010, at Aurora Medical Center, surrounded by her family. Gertrude was born Oct. 1, 1917, in the town of Centerville, daughter of the late John and Anna (Goeke) Hackmann. On May 9, 1936, she married Ottomar Haupt at Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church in Newton. He preceded her in death on Nov. 15, 1981. Gertrude was a member of Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aid, and the Manitowoc County Homemaker Association. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law: Marion and Jerry Mellberg, Green Bay; LouAnn and James Zivko, Manitowoc; seven grandchildren: Scott Mary) Mellberg, Appleton; Randy Mellberg, Green Bay; Michelle (Tim) Kniess, Green Bay; Betsy (Eli) Kenneke, Manitowoc; Peter Zivko, Manitowoc; Charles Zivko, Calif.; Joe Zivko, Manitowoc; 15 great-grandchildren: Jordan, Megan, Spencer Mellberg, Dustin, Carrigan, Dakota Kniess, AJ, Zak, Brittany Kenneke, Hailee, Brenden, Cole, Gavyn Zivko, Delaino and Brooklyn Zivko; one sister-in law: Elda Hackmann, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by two brothers: Alfred Hackmann, Elton (Edna) Hackmann; and one sister: Elvira (Alfred) Reinemann. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 18, 2010, at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church, town of Liberty. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Gregory Pope with burial to follow at the church cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church, from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday evening, Dec. 17, 2010. The visitation will continue on Saturday from 9 to 10:45 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Gertrude's name to Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church, 7500 Wehausen Rd., Manitowoc, WI 54220, or Manitowoc Lutheran High School, 4045 Lancer Circle, Manitowoc, WI 54220. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers, for their care and compassion shown towards Gertrude and her family. Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 15, 2010


OTTOMAR HAUPT Ottomar R. Haupt, 70, of 9729 Mill Lane, Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon, November 15, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm. Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. C. R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Haupt was born Feb. 25, 1911, in the Town of Liberty, son of the late Charles and Emma Rusch Haupt. He attended Trinity School and farmed in the Town of Newton. He was a rural Manitowoc mail carrier. He married Gertrude Hackmann My 9, 1936, at Centerville. Mr. Haupt was a member of Trinity Lutheran Mens Club. Survivors include his wife; two daughter and sons-in-law, Marion and Jerry Mellberg of Green Bay and Lou Ann and James Zivko of Manitowoc; a brother, Erich Haupt of Town of Liberty; a sister, Mrs. Norbert (Renatha) Kieselhorst of Manitowoc and six grandchildren. His parents and a brother, Agon, preceded him in death. Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday and at the church from 12:30 p.m. Wednesday until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, November 16, 1981 P. 3



(AUGUSTE JOANNA) HEIN Ausla Hein Wisconsin, Death Records Name Ausla Hein Event Type Death Event Date 1895 Event Place Wisconsin Gender Female Age 23 Race W Birth Year (Estimated) 1872 Father's Name Hein "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch ******** Anela Hein Wisconsin, Death Index Name Anela Hein Event Type Death Event Date 10 Mar 1895 Event Place Manitowoc, Wisconsin Page 0020 "Wisconsin, Death Index, 1820-1907," database, FamilySearch ******** (Auguste Johanna Florentine Hein/b. 7 February 1872/d. 10 March 1895/leaves parents & 10 siblings/cause: consumption/Trinity Lutheran ch.)


MARKUS HENSEL Mrs. Emil Hensel, of Green Bay, arrived here yesterday after having been notified of the scalding of her little granddaughter, the daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Hensel of Liberty. The little tot had accidentally stumbled over a pail of hot water which had been placed to scrub the floor. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, January 10, 1918, Page 3 ******** The Angel of Death entered the home of Rev. and Mrs. Paul Hensel of Liberty on Wednesday, Jan. 9 and took their beloved little son, Marcus. He died after only one day’s illness. Marcus was severely burned on Jan. 8 and died a day later. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, January 11, 1918, Page 4 ******** Rev. Oswald Hensel, who was here to attend the funeral of a little son of his brother, Rev. Paul Hensel, of the town of Liberty, has returned to his parish at Wausau. The Herald made short mention last week of the accident which befell the little tot when he stumbled over a bucket of hot water standing on the kitchen floor. The injuries were not thought serious at the time but Death ensued within two days. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, January 15, 1918, Page 3 ******** Notes from Liberty Rev. and Mrs. Hensel's two year old son met with an accident last Tuesday that caused his death. His mother had been washing clothes and had emptied the hot water from the boiler into a pail to be used for scrubbing. Mrs. Hensel had occasion to leave the room for a minute and as the little fellow was sound asleep she thought it perfectly safe. In her absence, the child woke and in some way fell into the pail of hot water. His back and shoulders were so badly scalded that death came to relieve him from his sufferings on Wednesday evening.The funeral was held Saturday. The sympathy of the entire community goes out to Rev. and Mrs. Hensel in their sad hour of bereavement. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Jan. 17, 1918


DOROTHY I. HILL VALDERS GIRL DIES SUNDAY EVENING AT NEENAH HOSPITAL Miss Dorothy Hill, 19, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Hill, Valders, died at a Neenah hospital Sunday evening, after a long illness. She is survived by her parents, two sisers, Jeanette and Mary Jane at home and three brothers, Fred of Kohler and Arthur and George at home. Burial will take place Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock from the Liberty church with Rev. Hensel officiating and interment will be in the cemetery there. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, September 8, 1931


ELIZABETH T. HILL HILL, Mrs. Emil R.—Died at the family home at Valders Sept. 25. Death due to dropsy and cancer of the live and followed an illness of two years. Born at Chilton March 24, 1881. Married in 1902, lived at Valders 26 years. Survived by husband, three sons, two daughters, her mother, Mrs. George Steudel, Chilton, three brothers and four sisers. Body at the Berge parlors at Valders. Taken home on morning of Sept. 28 with funeral at home Sept. 28 and services at Liberty Lutheran church at 2 p.m. Burial at Liberty cemetery. Manitowoc Evening Times, September 26, 1931 P. 3 ******** MRS. E.R. HILL, 51, DIES FRIDAY AT HOME IN VALDERS After a two years illness, Mrs. E.R. Hill, 51, a resident of Valders for 25 years passed away at the home yesterday. Burial will take place on Monday afternoon at two from the home, with burial in the Liberty cemetery. The deceased is survived by her husband, three sons, Fred of Kohler and Arthur and George at home, two daughters, Jeanette, and Mary Jane at home, her mother, Mrs. George Steudel, of Chilton, three sisters Mrs. Mollie Kroenke, Mrs. Anna Ostoff, and Mrs. George Forkin all of Menasha and two brothers Theo of Chilton and George of Chicago. The deceased was a member of the Grace Lutheran church and the Ladies Aid society. Manitowoc Herald News Saturday, September 26, 1931 pg. 4


EMIL R. HILL (d. 1963) Emil R. Hill, 88, former Chilton resident, died Thursday morning at Path Nursing Home, DePere, following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Chilton, with the Rev. C. C. Krueger officiating. Burial will be in Liberty Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery, Town of Newton, Manitowoc. Mr. Hill was born Oct. 28, 1874, at New Holstein. He operated a hardware store and tin shop at Valders for many years prior to his retirement 18 years ago. He married Elizabeth Steudel. She died in 1931. He was a member of St. Martin Lutheran Church, Chilton. Among survivors are a son George, of Whittier, Calif.; two daughters, Mrs. Ronald Dhein, of Chilton and Mrs. William J. Ryder, of Racine; nine grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Two sons preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home. Two Rivers Reporter, April 19, 1963 P. M-15



WALTER HILL VALDERS Walter Hill, the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Hill, died Sunday after an unsuccessful operation for appendicitis. The funeral was held on Tuesday afternoon. The heartfelt sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved parents. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, June 12, 1915, Page 5


FLORENCE I. HINZ Florence I. Hinz, age 90, a Valders resident, died Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at Aurora BayCare, Green Bay. She was born on June 11, 1923 in rural Cleveland, daughter of the late Henry and Anna (Kamman) Zolltheis. On April 15, 1944 she married Elmer R. Hinz at Schwartzwald Church. Before her marriage to Elmer, she was employed at Vollrath in Sheboygan. They operated the cheese factory in Mt. Calvary and Elmer preceded her in death on May 7, 1989. Florence was also employed for a number of years at Pine River Pre Pack. She enjoyed working on the family hobby farm where she was in charge of the garden. Florence loved playing sheepshead and taught all her grandchildren how to play. She also enjoyed listening and dancing to polka music. Florence was very involved with the Ladies Aid at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. She cherished spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Florence was a member of the Valders Senior Center and spent many hours volunteering her time there. Survivors include her seven children: Judy (Bill) Hoffman, Wabeno, Ron (Mary) Hinz, Manitowoc, Linda (David) Loveall, Walnut Creek, CA, Diane (Dean) Najmayer, Whitelaw, Kaye (Ron) Jandrey, Valders, Daryl (Kim) Hinz, Madison, Lori (Larry) Tolksdorf, Manitowoc; 17 grandchildren: Pam (Rob) Resnick, Matt (Heather) Hoffman, Mark (Jenny) Hinz, Kristin (Rob) Meister, Jeremy Bushman, Emily Bushman, Ellyse Bushman, Chelsea Loveall, James Jandrey, Caleb Jandrey, Amy Jandrey, Tiffany Jandrey, Brittany Hinz, Sarah Tish, Baleigh Tolksdorf, Briana Tolksdorf, Bryce Tolksdorf; 12 great grandchildren; one sister: Ione Rammer, Sheboygan; and two sisters-in-law: Jeanette Zolltheis and Marion Zolltheis, both of Sheboygan. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by a son-in-law: Jerry Preston; two grandchildren: Justin Preston and Nic Tish; two brothers; one sister; four brothers-in-law and three sisters-in- law. Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, December 13, 2013 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 11303 Wehausen Road, town of Liberty. Officiating at the Service will be Pastor Gregory Pope with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 11303 Wehausen Road, town of Liberty, from 12 Noon on Friday, December 13, 2013 until 2:45 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Florence's name. The family would like to extend a special thank you to her many friends with whom she enjoyed playing sheepshead at the Valders and St. Nazianz Senior Centers. Sheboygan Press December 12, 2013


ELMER HINZ Elmer Richard Hinz, 71, of 421 Christel Drive, Valders, died Sunday afternoon at Memorial Hospital in Manitowoc The funeral was Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church in the Town of Liberty. The Rev. Thomas Hartwig officiated and burial was in the church cemetery. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home of Valders was in charge of arrangements. Mr. Hinz was born Oct. 10, 1917, in Calumet County, son of the late Albert and Marie Orthlepp Hinz. He attended St. John’s School in Plymouth and Plymouth High School. He was a cheesemaker at Calvary until 1957 and from that date to 1975 he was a salesman for Surge Diary Equipment Co. He married Florence Zolltheis on April 1, 1944, in the Town of Meeme and a few weeks ago they observed their 45th wedding anniversary. Mr. Hinz was a member of the Lutheran Men’s Club at Trinity Church, served on Trinity’s School Board and held other church offices. He was a member of the Manitowoc County Dartball League; was an officer of AAL branch for 40 years, and was a member of Valders Senior Citizens. He enjoyed fishing, traveling, and the outdoors. Survivors omitted for privacy. The Valders Journal Thursday May 11, 1989


CARL HOLDORF (d. 1922) C. HOLDORF, LIFE LONG RESIDENT OF COUNTY, DEAD Charles Holdorf, life long resident of Manitowoc county, died at the family home at Collins this morning after a short illness. Death was due to infirmities incident to old age. The funeral will be held from the late home Sunday afternoon with service at the Liberty Lutheran church at 2 o'clock. Burial will be made at the Liberty cemetery. Charles. Holdorf was born in this county in the Town of Liberty and thirty-four years ago was married to Miss Ida Lemke, the widow who with three daughters, Mrs. Gust Roessl and Mrs. Edward Stricker of Collins, and Mrs. C. Waack of Newton, survives to mourn his death. Three grandchildren, one brother, Edward Holdorf of North Dakota and two sisters, Mrs. August Ott of Liberty and Mrs. Gust Krueger of Dundas, also survive. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, June 29, 1922


ERNESTINE HOLDORF Mrs. E. Holdorf Dies At Home Of Daughter A lingering lllness yesterday claimed the life of Mrs. Ernestine Holdorf, widow of Frank Holdorf, when she passed away at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Ferdinand Schwalbe Chilton Route 6 in the town of Eaton. She was 78 years of age and spent about 60 years of her life as a resident of Manitowoc county. Born in Tierlitz, Germany on January 24, 1853, she moved to this country when 19 years of age, settled in the town of Liberty where she resided until 11 years ago when she went to make her home with a daughter at Eaton. Her husband, one step-brother and one step- sister preceded her in death, and her immediate survivors include four sons, William and Herman Holdorf of Manitowoc, Robert of Whitelaw and Ervin Holdorf of Eaton; a brother, John Brodtka of Cato, 19 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 o'clock Saturday afternoon from the Schwalbe home In the town of Eaton and at 2 o'clock from the Liberty church in the town of Liberty. Rev. Henschal officiating. Interment will take place at the Liberty cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, April 2, 1931


FRANK HOLDORF SUICIDE AT ST. NAZIANZ Frank Holdorf, a well known citizen of St. Nazianz, committed suicide last Thursday night by taking a dose of poison. He was found dead in his barn by members of his family who became alarmed at his long absence and began to search for him. No adequate cause is known for the rash deed. An inquest was held on Friday. The Chronicle - Tues., Mar. 24, 1903 ******** From the Past, Items Taken From Files of the The Daily Herald of 1903-1913 25 Years Ago Friday, March 20, 1903 Franz Holdorf, Liberty farmer, is a suicide. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, March 21, 1928, Page 3


IDA HOLDORF Mrs. Carl Holdorf, 92, a resident of the Shady Lane Nursing Home, Manitowoc, and formerly of Town of Liberty, died Thursday at Manitowoc Memorial Hospital where she had been a patient for one week. She was born March 8, 1868 in the Town of Liberty, the daughter of the late Michael and Wilhelmina (Eierman) Lemke. On April 12, 1889, she married Carl Holdorf in Trinity Lutheran Church in the Town of Liberty. Her husband preceded her in death in 1922. Survivors are one son, Emil Holdorf of Hopkins, Minn.; three daughters, Mrs. Gustave Roesseler of Collins, Mrs. Edward Streckert of Reedsville and Mrs. Edwin Waack of R. 1, Manitowoc; nine grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty, with the Rev. Samuel Kugler, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home in Valders from 2 p.m. until noon Monday and then at the church until the time of services. The Sheboygan Press - Friday, April 15, 1960 – P. 6 ********* Mrs. Carl Holdorf, 92, a resident of Shady Lane, died Thursday noon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient for a week. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church in the Town of Liberty. The Rev. Samuel Kugler will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Holdorf was born March 8, 1868, in the Town of Liberty, daughter of the late Michael and Wilhelmina Eierman Lemke. She was married to Carl Holdorf April 12, 1889, at Trinity Church and the couple farmed in the township. Her husband died in 1922. She was a life member of Trinity Church. Surviving are a son, Emil of Hopkins, Minn.; three daughters, Mrs. Gustave Roeseler of Collins, Mrs. Edward Streckert of Reedsville and Mrs. Edwin Waack of Rt. 1, Manitowoc; nine grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Friends may call at Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 2 p.m. Sunday until noon Monday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in state until the hour of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 15, 1960 P. 7


WILHELMINE HOLDORF From Der Nord Westen, 13 Apr. 1899: Death in Liberty on Fri. of 74-yr. old Mrs. Wilhelmine Holdorf. The deceased leaves her husband and two grown children. She was buried Mon. ******* Wilhelmina (Greutzmacher) Holdorf, an old and highly respected resident of the county, died at her home in the town of Liberty yesterday. She was 74 years of age and death was due to a complication of diseases. Deceased was born in Germany, and had been a resident of this county for a number of years. A husband and two children survive. The funeral will be held from the late home in Liberty, Monday at 2 o'clock. Manitowoc Daily Herald, April 8, 1899 ******** Wilhelmina Gritzmaker Haldorph birth: 1825 Germany death: 7 April 1899 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty residence: 1899 Liberty father: Christian Gritzmaker spouse: Carl Haldorph Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


CARL J.W. HOLDORFF (d. 1895) Carl Friedrich Wilhelm Holdorf birth: 7 June 1895 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin death: 2 September 1895 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin father: Carl Holdorf mother: Ida Limbke Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 ******** Carl Holdorf birth: 7 June 1895 Manitowoc Co., Wis. death: 2 September 1895 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty, Man. Co., father: Carl Holdorf mother: Ida Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


ANNA HORSTMAN The funeral of Mrs. Louis Horstman, who died at the family home in the town of Liberty Friday, after an illness of only four days, was held this afternoon with services at the family home and burial at the Liberty cemetery. Mrs. Horstman is survived by her husband, four children, Mrs. Leslie Fischer, Louis, Jr., Nitta and Ervin, and by two brothers, Fred and Herman Vetter, all of the Town of Liberty. She was 60 years of age. Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, July 16, 1923


ALMA LOUISE MARY HORSTMANN Alma Louise Mary Horstmann birth: 1904 26 Mar 1904 death: 25 Apr 1904 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin residence: 1904 Liberty father: Louis Horstmann mother: Anna Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


ARNOLD A.H. HORSTMAN Arnold A.H. Horstmann birth: 8 January 1898 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wis. death: 9 February 1898 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty, Mant. Co. residence: 1898 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wis. father: Louis Horstmann mother: Anna Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


HARVEY F. HORSTMAN Harvey F. Horstmann, 79, of Valders, died Saturday evening, February 13, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. C.R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Horstmann was born July 11, 1902, in the Town of Liberty, son of the late Louis and Anna Vetter Horstmann. He attended Liberty schools and married Hildegarde Schleh Nov. 14, 1928, at St. Nazianz. He farmed in the Town of Liberty on the Horstmann family farm, which was in the family more than 100 years. He retired in 1965 and moved to Valders. Mr. Horstmann was a former school board member of Roselawn School and Town of Liberty supervisor. He was a charter member of Valders Senior Citizens. Survivors include his wife, two daughters and sons-in-law, Pat and Bob Salutz of Merrill, Wis., and Arlene and Bok Kiel of Valders; a sister, Mrs. Nita Evenson of Valders, 10 grandchilddren and two great grandchildren. A brother and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 5 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Monday afternoon and at the church from noon Tuesday until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, February 15, 1982 P. 3


LOUIS HORSTMAN RETIRED FARM OWNER PASSES Louis Horstman Lived Life At Liberty Louis T. Horstman Sr., 75, who was born, reared, and spent his entire life on the homestead farm in the town of Liberty, died yesterday afternoon. He had been retired several years, the farm now being operated by his son Harvey. The deceased was of robust build and until taken ill two weeks ago, had never known a sick day. Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. from the home and at 2 p.m. from the Liberty Lutheran church. Mr. Horstman was born at Liberty in 1860 and continued to operate the farm following his marriage to Miss Anna Vetter in 1890. Mrs. Horstman died in 1923. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Leslie Fischer, Liberty, and Mrs. Floyd Evenson, Valders; two sons, Louis, Jr., city, and Harvey, Liberty; a sister Mrs. Minnie Fiker, Oshkosh; and six grandchildren. The body will be removed to the home from the Berge funeral home, Valders, Thursday morning. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, November 27, 1935 ******* HORSTMAN, Louis J. Jr. - Aged 75. Died Tuesday at farm home at Liberty. Born on homestead 1860, married in 1890 to Anna Vetter who died 1923. Survived by two daughters, two sons and a sister. Funeral Friday 1:30 p.m. from home 2 p.m. Liberty Lutheran church. Body to home Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, November 27, 1935


WILHELMENA HORSTMAN From Der Nord Westen, 28 June 1894: Death on Tues., in Town Liberty, of Mrs. Minna Horstmann of a heart attack. The deceased, who reached the age of 67 yrs., was buried today. ******** (Wilhelmine Horstmann nee Woehrmann/leaves 5 children & 11 grandchildren cause: heart disease/from records of Trinity Lutheran church, Liberty twp.) ******** Minna Horstman birth: 19 May 1827 Germany death: 26 June 1894 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


JOHANN F. HORSTMANN On Friday last a man named John Horstman (sic) a resident of Liberty, drank more liquor than his legs could conveniently carry, and he tumbled head foremost down a flight of stairs at Wiebold's saloon, cutting an ugly gash in his forehead. The liquor acted as an anaesthetic so that the physician who attended him sewed up the wound without the least manifestation of pain on the part of Horstman. Manitowoc Pilot, March 6, 1879 P. 3 ********* HORSTMANN, the Manitowoc Rapids man who some weeks ago fell down a stairway at Wieboldt's saloon, injuring himself about the head, died some few days ago, it is believed from the effects of liquor. Since he was injured he did not come to town as usual, but had large quantities of liquor brought to him, which he drank. Manitowoc Pilot, April 24, 1879 P. 3


HATTIE IBE Mrs. Herman (Hattie) Ibe, 79, of Rt. 1, Valders, died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital Extended Care Unit, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. C. R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Ibe, nee Hattie Lutzke, was born Nov. 13, 1894, in the Town of Liberty, daughter of the late Fred and Henrietta Zueldurf Lutzke. She attended school at Liberty. She was married to Herman Ibe Dec. 7, 1912, at Trinity Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death Aug. 10, 1970. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Herbert (Lillian) Borgwardt, of Rt. 1, Valders; two sisters, Mrs. Fred (Hulda) Commings, of East Troy and Mrs. Henry (Lena) Koeppen, of Rt. 1, Kiel, and nieces and nephews. A son, Leslie, four brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. Sunday until 11 a.m. Monday and at the church from noon until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, Friday, March 22, 1974


HERMAN IBE Herman Ibe, 82, of Rt.1, Valders, died Monday afternoon at Maple Crest Home, Whitelaw. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Liberty. The Rev. Samuel Kugler will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Ibe was born Sept 27, 1887, in Town of Schleswig, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Carl Ibe. He married Hattie Lutzke Dec. 7, 1912, in Town of Liberty. The couple always farmed on Rt.1, Valders. They celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1962. Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Herbert (Lillian) Borgwardt, of Rt.1, Valders, and three step-brothers. A brother, a sister and a son preceded him in death. Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. Wednesday until noon Thursday and then at the church until time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times - Tues., Aug. 11, 1970 - page M13


KEITH ISAACSON Keith Isaacson, day old son of Mr. and Mrs. Dick Isaacson of Route 1, Cato, died early Tuesday morning, Dec. 18, in a Green Bay Hospital. Funeral services were held Tuesday. The Rev. C. R. Rosenow officiated and burial was in the Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery, Town of Liberty. Survivors include his parents, Dick and Helen Habeck Isaacson; three brothers, Raymond, David and Kevin; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Isaacson of Grimms and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Habeck of Adell and a great grandmother. Reedsville Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, December 19, 1979 P. 3


ARTHUR JACOBSON Arthur L. Jacobson, 71, of 2216 S. Custer Rd., Manitowoc died late Saturday night in Oconto Falls Community Hospital, Oconto Falls. Funeral services were held 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. C. R. Rosenow officiated and burial was in the church cemetery. Mr. Jacobson was born Feb. 20, 1906, in Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late Louis and Mary Mathiesen Jacobson. He resided in Manitowoc all his life and married Margaret Thomas Oc.t 30, 1942, in Manitowoc Rapids. He preceded him in death Nov. 2, 1961. In 1969 he married Mrs. Lydia Zeddies. Prior to his retirement in 1971, he was employed with Lakefield Telephone Co. as a lineman for 48 years. He was a member of Valders-Manitowoc Senior Citizens, the Warblers of Manitowoc, Liberty Sportsmen’s Club and Trinity Lutheran Church, Ton of Liberty. Survivors include his wife, two sons, Alvin Thomas of California and Delmer Thomas of Delaware; six daughters, Mrs. Howard (Marjorie) Hochkammer of Newton, Laura Reese of Delaware, Mrs. Charles (Carol) Monka of Arizona, Mrs. William (LaVerne) Mueller of Wisconsin, Mrs. John (Elaine) Nelson and Mrs. Donald (Delores) Yanda of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Linda Ulness of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, 18 grandchildren and a great granddaughter. Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, was in charge of funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, September 6, 1977 P. 3



MARGARET JACOBSON Mrs. Arthur Jacobson, 57, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, died Tuesday night following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Samuel Kugler will officiate and burial will be in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in the Town of Liberty. She was born Margaret Yahr June 13, 1904, at Stockbridge, daughter of the late Edward and Sena Larson Yahr. She was married to John Thomas at Crown Point, Ind., Sept. 12, 1923. He died July 27, 1939, and June 19, 1942, she was married to Arthur Jacobson at Manitowoc Rapids. The couple located on a farm in the township, operating it until retiring 10 years ago. Surviving are the husband; two sons, (private); two daughters, (private); brother, Ben Yahr of Kennon, Wis.; sister, Mrs. Clarence Ball of Hobart, Ind.; and seven grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, November 1, 1961 P. 19


HAROLD F. JAEGER Harold F. Jaeger, age 85, of 2402 Hecker Road, Manitowoc, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008, while residing at Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center, with his loving family at his side. Harold was born on Dec. 23, 1922, in the town of Centerville, son of the late William A.C. and Mabel (Zastrow) Jaeger. Harold attended Center School. On Aug. 24, 1946, he married Lucille Lau at Grace Lutheran Church in Valders. Dairy farming in the town of Newton was his occupation, and he also worked at the Cleveland Co-Op and Kohler Company. In 1983, he retired from farming and moved to Manitowoc. He then worked part time at Schuette Manufacturing. Harold was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in the town of Liberty, where he served on the church council and did janitorial and lawn work. Survivors include his wife: Lucille, of 62 years; a daughter: Joan (James) Mattes of Valders; Lindy (Rick) Wolfe; seven grandchildren: Heidi (Randall) Krepline; Eric (Kristy) Jaeger; Jill Jaeger and fiancé, Casey Schram; Alicia (Tim) Lambert; Becky (James) Jeffers; and Andrew and Joshua Mattes; a great-grandson: R.J. Krepline; a brother: Ellsworth (Darlene) Jaeger of Sheboygan; four sisters: Viola Hoppe and Florence Lorenz, both of Howards Grove; Audrey Janing of Manitowoc; and Jeanette (Art) Kober of Sheboygan. Many nieces, nephews and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by a son: Gary; his parents; three brothers; one sister; five brothers-in-law; three sisters-in-law; and his mother-in-law and father-in-law. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, at 11 a.m. at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 11303 Wehausen Road, town of Liberty. The Rev. Gregory Pope will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Friday, Sept. 5, 2008, from 4 to 8 p.m. and then again on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the Jaeger family with arrangements. A memorial fund has been established in Harold's name. The family would like to extend their special thanks to the caring and compassionate care givers of Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center, Aurora Hospice and pastors Gregory Pope and Steven Melso for their visits and prayers. Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 4, 2008


LUCILLE ELLA JAEGER Lucille Ella Jaeger, 90, ,a resident of the Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center died peacefully on Jan. 11, 2018 in the secure knowledge of Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. The funeral was on Monday at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran church in the Town of Liberty. The Rev. Gregory Pope officiated with burial in the church cemetery. Lucille was born on Aug. 29, 1927 in the Town of Liberty, daughter of the late Robert and Anna Bollery Lau. She married Harold F. Jaeger on Aug. 24, 1946. They moved to Cleveland in 1947 where she belonged to St. John St. Peter's Lutheran Church and taught Sunday school there for several years. Lucille and Harold bought a dairy farm in Newton and moved there on October, 1950. They sold the farm and moved to Manitowoc in 1983. Along with being a homemaker on the farm, Lucille also worked at Pine River Pre-Pack and W.T. Grant Co. She was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Liberty where she served hot lunch for many years, the Ladies Aide, Manitowoc Lutheran High School, Ladies Guild and the Manitowoc County Extension Homemakers. She was a volunteer at Repeat Performance from the time it opened until 2016. She enjoyed attending worship services, spending time with her family, cooking, baking, a good card game with friends and working at Repeat Performance. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Joan and Jim Mattes of Valders; a daughter-in-law and her husband, Lindy and Rick Wolfe of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren and their spouses: Heidi Krepline and special friend, Peter Endries; Eric and Kristy Jaeger; Jill and Casey Schramm; Alica and Tim Lambert; Becky and Jimmy Jeffers; Andy and Lexi Mattes; Josh Mattes and special friend, Emily Brier. Also surviving are nine great grandchildren: R.J. and Rachel Krepline; Emma, Jana and Caron Jaeger; Liam and Lucy Lambert; Aubrey and Amelia Jeffers; two sisters-in-law, Audrey Janing of Manitowoc and Jeanette Kober of Sheboygan; a brother-in-law, Ellsworth Jaeger of Sheboygan and many nieces, nephews and friends. Lucille was preceded in death by her husband, Harold on Sept. 2, 2008; a son, Greg on January 12, 1985; a brother, Earl; an infant brother and several in-laws. Memorials may be made to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran High School. Valders Journal - Jan. 18, 2018



FRANCISKA JONAS Name: Jonas, Francis D.: 3/18/1872 B.: 2/28/1854 Reg. D.: 12/30/1872 Sex: F/W Age at Death: 18 Yrs. 18 Da. B.P.: Mecklenberg-Schwerin D.P.: Cato Cem.: Trin. Cem. Liberty Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. Chas. Wagner Spouse: John Jonas F.: Christian Goetting M.: Friedricke Goetting Cause of Death: Confindment Pg. #: v.1 p.140 *********** (Franziska Jonas/nee Goetting/wife of Joh. Jonas. She was born in Crakow, Mecklenburg-Schwerin on 28 February 1854, died from childbed fever/Trinity Luth. ch.)


HEINRICH JONAS Name: Jonas, Henry John Frederic D.: 9/1/1872 B.: 3/12/1872 Reg. D.: 7/1/1873 Sex: M/W Age at Death: 6 Mo. 20 Da. B.P.: Tn. Cato D.P.: Tn. Cato Cem.: Trin. Churchyard, Liberty Ch.: Inf. & Address: Chas. Wagner Spouse: F.: John Jonas M.: Frances Jonas (Deceased) Cause of Death: Convulsions Pg. #: v.1 p.144 ************ (Heinrich Joh. Friedrich/son of Joh. Jonas & deceased Franziska nee Goetting/ b. 12 March 1872/d. 1 September at 12:30 P.M. of dysentery cramps/Trinity Luth. ch.)


JOHN JONAS DEATH WAS SUDDEN John Jonas Prominent Farmer Stricken in Two Days. Stricken while walking in the fields on his farm, John Jonas, a prominent farmer on Rural Roate (sic) No. 2 west of the city, survived an attack of paralysis but two days, his death occuring at noon today after a period of intense sufferings. Mr. Jonas had always enjoyed robust health and the sudden attack was a great shock to family and friends. Mr. Jonas had been a resident of the county for a long time and was widely known. A widow and a family of children survive to mourn his death. The funeral will probably be held Friday. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, April 14, 1908 P.1 ******** From Der Nord Westen, 16 Apr. 1908: John Jonas, a well-known resident of Town Cato, suffered a stroke last week and initially it was hoped he would recover. The stroke hit as Mr. Jonas was working on his farm. Medical help was obtained but without effect because on Tuesday death brought an end to his suffering. Mr. Jonas was a vigorous and healthy individual and no one would believe that his death was so imminent. Two years ago he made a visit to his old Mecklenburg home, and the sojourn in his old fatherland had given him great pleasure. The deceased leaves a widow and several children. The funeral will take place tomorrow morning.


MALLIE JONAS Mrs. John Jonas, 88, A resident of the county for nearly 70 years, died early today at the home of her son, Henry, of 1?05 South 16th street. She had been seriously ill three days, following a heart attack. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the St. John's Evangelical church, the Paul Blaufuss officiating. Interment will be in Liberty cemetery. Mrs. Jonas, nee Mollie Zieske was born in Margolin, Germany in 1851 and came to this county in 1871, the family located in Cato. She was married in 1874 to Mr. Jonas and they located on a farm in Cato. He died 31 years ago. For the past 25 years she made her home with her son, Henry, in this city. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. William Plockelmann of West Palm Beach, Fla.; two sons, Henry of this city, Charles of Reedsville; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home after Friday at 2 p.m. and will be moved to the church Saturday at 10 a.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 20, 1939 ******* (Mallie/Mrs. John Jonas/nee Mallie Zieske/age 88 yrs. 1 mo. 13 da. from record of St. John's United Ch. of Christ, Manitowoc)


MINNIE KAHN Death entered our comunity and took one of the oldest residents Mrs. Wilhelmina Kahn nee Luebke, was born in Germany in 1828 and came to America in 1887 settled in Milwaukee where she made her home till 1891, since she made her home at Liberty with her daughter Mrs. Louis Schnell. Her husband preceded her in death fifteen years ago. Mrs. Kahn had been confined to her bed for the past year. She is survived by four children six preceding her in death. Those who mourn her death are: Herman Kahn and Miss Bertha Beyersdorff of Milwaukee; Mrs. Emilge Bethkeat, Germany, and Mrs. Louis Schnell at Liberty, besides 35 grandchildren and 37 great grandchildren. The funeral took place from the late home with interment at the Liberty cemetery. Mr. Herman Kahn and Mrs. Bertha Beyersdorff have returned to Milwaukee after attending the funeral of their mother, Mrs. Wilhelmina Kahn. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. January 29, 1920 P. 2


WM. KAHN William Kahn birth: 1825 Emmentahl death: 11 February 1905 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty residence: 1905 Liberty father: Fred. Kahn mother: Torey Lembe spouse: Wilhelmina Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


AMANDA KASBAUM Mrs. Robert F. Kasbaum, 68, of 836 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died early today in Manitowoc Memorial Hospital. In failing health since last July, she had been hospitalized since Dec. 17. The former Amanda Nass, she was born in the Town of Liberty (Manitowoc County), Feb. 1, 1896, a daughter of the late Frank and Louisa Krueger Nass. She attended school in Liberty and was married to Mr. Kasbaum, Nov. 28, 1914, in Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. Following marriage the couple operated a cheese factory and farm in Liberty until 1943 when they retired and moved to Manitowoc. She had been employed there at the North 9th Street Laundromat for 14 years until last July. Mr. and Mrs. Kasbaum observed their golden wedding anniversary last November. Surviving are her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Clairmont Nass (Evelyn), Sheboygan, and Mrs. Walter Nagel (Ione), Manitowoc; four sons, Orin, Highland, Ind., Reuben, Manitowoc, Leon, North Reading, Mass., and Felix, Madison; 18 grandchildren and one great-grandchild; four sisters, Mrs. Bertha Carstens, R. 3, Manitowoc, Mrs. Maria Vetter, Manitowoc, Mrs. Arnold Rusch and Mrs. William Zutz, Valders, and four brothers, Henry, Arthur and Oscar Nass, Valders, and Edmund, Manitowoc. Services will be a 1:30 p.m. Friday in Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty, with the Rev. Samuel G. Kugler, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home, 1122 S. 8th St., Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Thursday. The family announced establishment of a memorial fund for Trinity Church and the American Cancer Society. The Sheboygan Press – Wednesday, January 6, 1965 – P. 14 ******** Mrs. Robert Kasbaum, 68, of 836 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died early Wednesday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc where she had been hospitalized 19 days. Funeral services will be at l:30 p.m. Friday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. Pastor Samuel G. Kugler will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. The former Amanda Nass was born Feb. 1, 1896, in the Town of Liberty, daughter of the late Frank and Louisa Krueger Nass. She attended school in the township and Nov. 26 1914, was married to Robert Kasbaum. Following marriage the couple operated and owned a cheese factory in the township from 1914 to 1931. In 1918, they also purchased and operated a farm in addition to the cheese factory and continued to farm until 1943 when they retired and moved to Manitowoc. For the past 14 years Mrs. Kasbaum had been employed at the North Ninth Strset Laundromat until July of 1964 when ill health forced her retirement. The couple celebrated its 50th wedding anniversary in November, 1964. Survivors include her husband, two daughters, Mrs. Clermont (Evelyn) Nass of Sheboygan and Mrs. Walter (Ione) Nagel of Manitowoc; four sons, Orin of Harland, Ind., Reuben of Manitowoc, Leon of North Redding, Mass., Felix of Madison; four sisters, Mrs. Bertha Karstens of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, Mrs. Maria Vetter of Manitowoc and Mrs. Arnold Rusch and Mrs. William Zutz of Valders; four brothers, Henry, Arthur Oscar of Valders and Edmund of Manitowoc; 18 grandchildren and a great grandchild. Two brothers preceded her in death Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p. m. Thursday to 11 a. m. Friday when the body will be moved to the church where it will lie in state until the hour of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, Jan. 9, 1965


ELSIE KASBAUM From Der Nord Westen, 04 Nov. 1897: Death in Liberty on Thurs. of the 6 yr. old daughter of Mr. J. F. Kasbaum following an illness of many years. The burial took place Sun. at the Lutheran Cemetery there.


EMILIA KASBAUM Mrs. Emelia Kasbaum, 82, widow of J. F. Kasbaum, one of the early day cheesemakers of the county, died yesterday at the home of her son, Robert, in the town of Liberty. She had been in failing health for several months. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the Vogelsang funeral home and at two o'clock from the Trinity Lutheran church, Liberty. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mrs. Kasbaum, nee Amelia Schmitz, was born in Newton in 1855 and was married to J. F. Kasbaum in 1881. Mr. and Mrs. Kasbaum moved to Liberty, where they started one of the early day cheese factories in the county. They operated the factory for many years. Mr. Kasbaum died 18 years ago. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Adolph Otto and Mrs. George Tuschel, both of Valders; two sons, Robert, Valders, Edwin, Clarks Mills; three brothers, County Judge Edward S. Schmitz and Dr. William Schmitz, city, Fred Schmitz, Fond du Lac; two sisters, Mrs. Fred Groelle and Mrs. Henry Groth, city; 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Thursday afternoon until hour of the services Saturday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, November 24, 1937


JOACHIM KASBAUM PIONEER OF LIBERTY DIES AT AGE OF 68 Joachim Kasbaum, a well known and pioneer resident of the town of Liberty died at the home of his son there Saturday as the result of a stroke of apoplexy. Mr. Kasbaum was 68 years of age and was born in Newton, having always lived in the county. His widow and four children, two brothers and two sisters survive him. They are Mrs. Adolph Otto, Liberty, Mrs. George Tuschel, Cato, Edwin, Clarks Mills and Robert with whom he made his home. Carl, Liberty and Fred Kasbaum of Oconto are the two brothers and Mrs. Zimmerman of this city and Mrs. Carl Schroeder of Manitowoc Rapids, sisters. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon from the home. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, May 10, 1919 Page 11


ROBERT KASBAUM Robert F. Kasbaum, 92, formerly of 3723 S. 10th St. and St. Mary Home, died Monday, March 24, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. C.R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Kasbaum was born Nov. 30, 1887, in the Town of Liberty, son of the late Joachem and Emilia Schmitz Kasbaum. He owned and operated a cheese factory and farm for many years, later moving to Manitowoc where he was employed at Gould Inc., the former Imperial Eastman Corporation. He married Amanda Nass Nov. 26, 1917, in the Town of Liberty. She preceded her (sic) in death in 1965. Mr. Kasbaum was a life member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Survivors include four sons, Orin of Highland, Ind., Reuben of Manitowoc, Leon of Houston, Texas, and Felix of Madison; two daughters and a son-in-law, Evelyn and Clairmont Nass of Sheboygan and Ione Nagel of West Bend, 18 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. A brother and three sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday until 11 a.m. Thursday, and then at the church from noon until the time of service. Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Chruch building fund. Herald Times Reporter, March 25, 1980 P.3 ******** Valders – Amanda Nass and Robert Kasbaum were united in marriage at the Lutheran church in Liberty last Thursday, Rev. Waerts officiated. The bride was attired in a gown of white chiffon over net and carried a shower bouquet of roses and sweet peas. Miss Maria Nass, sister of the bride and Edwin Vetter, were the attending couple. They left immediately on their honeymoon trip to Chicago and Minnesota. They are both popular young people and many friends tender congratulations. They will be at home after January 1 in Liberty. Manitowoc Daily Herald - Thurs., Dec. 3, 1914 - page 4


RAYMOND G. KASTEN Raymond G. Kasten, age 90, a Manitowoc resident, formerly of the town of Newton, died on Thursday morning, Oct. 23, 2008, at his residence. Raymond was born on Oct. 8, 1918, in Maribel, son of the late Albert and Emilia (Kohn) Kasten. He served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper during World War II. On April 11, 1944, he married the former Sylvia Wehausen at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Raymond owned and operated a dairy farm in the town of Newton. At the same time, he was employed by Quality Service Oil Company and Lake Park Oil Incorporated. He also worked as a custodian for the Valders Public School System for 10 years, retiring in 1982. Ray loved fishing and playing Sheepshead. A special treat for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren was when he played his harmonica. Survivors include his wife: Sylvia, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law: Ronald and Carol Kasten, rural Manitowoc; one daughter and son-in-law: Susan and Dave Luebke, rural Two Rivers; five grandchildren: Jeff and Sherri Kasten, Manitowoc; Randy and Ronda Kasten, Manitowoc; Lori and Greg Schleis, Manitowoc; Scott and Julie Luebke, Maribel; and Kevin and Michelle Luebke, Fond du Lac; 12 great-grandchildren: Alex, Kayla, Brad and Kyle Kasten; Hannah, Madeline and Aubry Schleis; Brooklyn, Payton and Beau Luebke; and Nathaniel and Madison Luebke; one sister: Elsie (Ray) Kratz, Luxemburg; one brother: August (Shirley) Kasten, Ocala, Fla.; one brother-in-law: Edward Wehausen, Cape Coral, Fla.; and two sisters-in-law: Delores Weyer, Houston, Texas, and Janice Wehausen, Tuscon, Ariz. He was preceded in death by three sisters and brothers-in-law: Beata (Walter) Gauger; Clara (Raymond) Ihlenfeld; and Ruth (Ewald) Duescher; three brothers and two sisters-in-law: Herbert (Norma) Kasten, Fred (Melvina) Kasten, and Paul Kasten; three brothers-in-law: Reuben Wehausen; Roy Wehausen; and John Weyer; and two sisters-in-law: Ruth Kasten and Lois Jean Wehausen. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, town of Liberty. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Gregory Pope, with burial to follow at the church cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Memorials may be made to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran High School. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Valders, is assisting the Kasten family with funeral arrangements.Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 24, 2008



SYLVIA KASTEN Sylvia E. Kasten, age 92, a resident of Riverwood Estates, Manitowoc, died on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at Riverwood Estates. Sylvia was born on January 8, 1919 in the town of Liberty, daughter of the late Emil and Marie (Pleuss) Wehausen. On April 11, 1944 she married Raymond Kasten at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church in the town of Liberty. He preceded her in death on October 23, 2008. She was employed at Pine River Dairy for years and assisted in making butter. She was a member of the Ladies Aid at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church since her marriage. Survivors include: one son and daughter-in-law: Ronald and Carol Kasten, Manitowoc; one daughter and son-in-law: Susan and Dave Luebke, Two Rivers; five grandchildren: Jeff and Sherri Kasten, Randy and Ronda Kasten, Lori and Greg Schleis, all of Manitowoc; Scott and Julie Luebke, Maribel; Kevin and Michelle Luebke, Valders; 12 great grandchildren: Alex, Kayla, Bradley, Kyle Kasten, Hannah, Madeline, Aubry Schleis, Brooklyn, Peyton, Beau, Nathaniel, Madison Luebke; one sister: Delores Weyer, Houston, TX; one sister-in-law: Janice Wehausen, Tucson, AZ; one brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law: Ray and Elsie Kratz, Luxemburg, WI and Shirley Kasten, Ocala, FL. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Kasten; four brothers: infant brother Clifford, Edward, Reuben, Roy; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Lois Jean Wehausen, John Weyer, Beata (Walter) Gauger, Clara (Raymond) Ihlenfeld, Ruth (Ewald) Duescher, Herbert (Norma) Kasten, Fred (Melvina) Kasten, August Kasten, Paul Kasten, and Ruth Kasten. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church, town of Liberty. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Gregory Pope with burial to follow at the church cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 from 9:00 am until the time of service at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran High School. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Gladys Umnus, a very special niece, for her many visits and the loving attention she gave to Sylvia. Also to Beth and the staff at Riverwood Estates, who provided loving care to Sylvia. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter September 27, 2011


FRIEDRICH KATTRE Friedrick Kattreh birth: 29 February 1820 Germany death: 15 July 1895 Cato, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wis. spouse: Louise Webking Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


HENRIETTE W. KATTRE From Der Nord Westen, 03 Sept. 1891: Death in Town Cato on Sun. of Mrs. Friedrich Kattreh. She was born in Feb. 1855 and was married 02 Apr. 1877. She is survived by her husband and 4 children – 2 sons and 2 daughters – of whom the oldest is 13 and the youngest is 4. The funeral took place yesterday morning in the Lutheran Cemetery of Liberty. ******** (Henriette Kattre nee Hacker/family: Friedr. Kattre and children/cause: consumption/ From Trinity Lutheran Ch. records, Liberty Twp.)


MARIA KATTRE Notes from Liberty Mrs. Mary Kattre, widow of the late Wm Kattre, passed away Saturday morning. Mrs. Kattre took a severe cold a few weeks ago which developed into pneumonia. Deceased is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Herman Glaser and Mrs. Carl Lenz. The funeral will be held Tuesday at one o'clock from the late home to the German Lutheran Church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Her many friends deplore her untimely passing away. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., May 17, 1917


WILHELM KATTRE Wm. Kattreh (sic) of Liberty died yesterday. His funeral will take place on 2 p.m. Friday. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, April 11, 1895 pg. 1 ******** (Wilhelm Kattere/family: wife Maria & 2 daughters/cause: abdominal infection/ From Trinity Lutheran Ch. records, Liberty Twp.)


FRIEDRICH KATTREH About a week ago in Town Liberty farmer Fred Kattreh fell from his wagon and suffered wounds to his head which were not considered to be serious. Blood poisoning set in and he was taken to St. Mary’s Hospital in Oshkosh a few days ago, but it was too late and he died there. The body was brought here by train Saturday and taken by wagon to Liberty. He was 45. Der Nord Westen, 25 July 1907 ******** Fred Kattreh of Valders died from lockjaw in a hospital at Oshkosh last Friday. About two weeks ago he fell from his wagon while hauling a load of lime from Quarry, receiving a wound on the head. It was not considered serious and after a few days he was at work again. A few days later he became seriously ill and was taken to the hospital at Oshkosh for treatment. But lockjaw set in, and he passed away Friday morning. He was 52 years of age nad was held in high esteem by all who knew him. He was the owner of a hotel and saloon at Valders. Previous to his removal to Valders 7 years ago, he was a farmer in the town of Cato. He is survived by a wife and even children. The funeral took place Sunday from the German Lutheran church in Liberty, interment in the adjoining cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot, July 25, 1907



ARNOLD KAUTZER Ninth Collision Victim Dies The toll in the Highway 42 accident early Sunday mounted to nine today, with the death of Arnold Kautzer, 23, Liberty at the Holy Family hospital. Kautzer, who was riding in the car driven by Vernon Pinter when it collided on a curve with the Edward Richter machine, sustained a fractured skull. Meningitis, which set in early today, caused his death a few hours later. Death of Kautzer leaves only lone survivor in each car. They are Bertha Gatz, 14, Palmyra, Wis., who was one of seven persons in the Richter car and Warren Shallue, 24, Meeme. The former has a fractured skull and the latter a brain concussion. Physicians today reported both have shown improvement. They will probably recover. Miss Gatz and Kautzer held persons on their laps at the time of the accident. Kautzer was holding one of the passengers in the Pinter car. Miss Gatz held Shirley Richter, five-year old daughter of the driver of the other car. Arnold Kautzer, who was employed on the farm of his brother, Reuben; in Liberty, will be buried Friday at 2 p.m., from the Liberty Lutheran church. Interment will be in the church cemetery. He was born in Liberty in 1914, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kautzer Sr. When a boy his parents moved to Los Angeles, Calif. Seven years ago he returned to Manitowoc county and has since resided here. Survivors are his father, Edward Sr., Los Angeles; four sisters, Mrs. Pearl Mowery, Mrs. Myrtle Grotth, Mrs. Hazel Helfenstein, and Miss Lilah Kautzer, all of Los Angeles; four brothers, Hector, St. Nazianz, Irwin, Kenosha, Reuben, Liberty, Edward Jr., Elkhart Lake, Wis. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 2, 1937 ********* Funeral services for Arnold Kautzer, who was fatally injured in the Highway 42 accident last Sunday were held Friday afternoon from the Liberty Lutheran church. Representatives from the seven teams In the County Baseball league were honorary pallbearers. Mr. Kautzer was a member of the Osman team. They were: Ed Groh, St. Nazianz; Harold Wimmler, Cleveland; R. Becker, Osman; G. Hessel, Francis Creek; D. Gosz, Rockwood; Joseph Tomchek, Point Creek; Earl Theisen, Manitowoc Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, June 5, 1937


JOSEPHINE KAUTZER Notes from St. Nazianz We regret to report the sad news of the death of Mrs. Ed. Kautzer of near Pigeon Lake. She died suddenly from heart trouble. Burial took place on Easter Monday from the Liberty church. She leaves to mourn her a husband and nine children, all at home. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Apr. 5, 1923


ANNA KIESOW MRS. A. KIESOW PASSES AWAY AT AGE OF 62 Mrs. Anna Kiesow, 62, widow of the late Henry Kiesow, town of Newton farmer, who passed away 11 years ago, died this noon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. David Stewart, 913 South Fourteenth St., with whom she has been making her home since taken ill several weeks ago. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday afternoon from the old homestead in the Town of Newton and later from the Liberty Lutheran church. The deceased whose maiden name was Anna Schnell, was born in the Town of Liberty and was married there 40 years ago to Henry Kiesow. They resided on farms in Liberty and Newton until Mr. Kiesow's death eleven years ago. Besides the daughter, Mrs. Stewart, two sons, Herbert and Carl of Newton; four brothers, Louis and August Schnell of Liberty and Carl and Henry Schnell of the Town of Newton and two sisters, Mrs. Fred Kieselhorst, Liberty and Mrs. Charles Krueger, Newton, survive. Manitowoc Herald News - Jan. 11, 1930 - page 4 ******** No. 9 first publication Jan. 21 '30 NOTICE TO PROVE WILL AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY COURT MANITOWOC COUNTY-IN PROBATE. In Re Estate of Anna Kiesow, Deceased. Notice Is Hereby Given That at the special Term of said court to be held on the 3rd Tuesday (being the 18th) day of February, A.D. 1930, at the Court House in the City of Manitowoc, County of Manitowoc and State of Wisconsin, there will be heard and considered the application of Charles Kieselhorst to admit to probate the last Will and Testament of Anna Kiesow, late of the city of Manitowoc, in said county, deceased, and for the apointment of an executor (or, adminstrator with Will annexed): Notice Is Hereby Further Given, That at the special Term of said Court to be held at said Court House on the 3rd Tuesday, (being the 20th day) of May A.D. 1930, there will be heard, considered and adjusted, all claims against said Anna Kiesow, deceased, late of Manitowoc county: And Notice Is Hereby Further Given, That all such claims for examination and allowance must be presented to said County Court, at the Court House in the City of Manitowoc, in said County and State, on or before the 20th day of May A.D., 1930, or be barred. Dated January 20th, 1930. By the Court John Chloupek, County Judge. Healy and Joyce, attys. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, January 21, 1930 P. 6


FLORA KIESOW Flora Kiesow, 78, formerly of Route 1, Valders, died Thursday evening, April 19, at Manitowoc Health Care Center. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. C. R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Kiesow was born May 15, 1905, in the Town of Eaton, daughter of the late Richard and Earstene Schroeder Bratz. She attended town of Rockland Schools. She was married to Herbert Kiesow Feb. 18, 1928, at Collins. Mrs. Kiesow was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church Ladies Aide. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Henry and Helen of Brillion and Walter and Gloria of rural Valders; a daughter and son-in-law, Evelyn and William Gruendemann of West Bend; a sister, Hertha Dittman of Manitowoc; 17 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1965, a daughter and two brothers. Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday and Tuesday from noon until the time of services at the church. Herald Times Reporter, April 20, 1984 P. 3 ******** (15 May 1905/Apr 1984/SSDI)



HENRY KIESOW WELL KNOWN NEWTON MAN PASSES AWAY Henry Kiesow, a well known resident of Newton is dead after a lingering illness. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon from the home at 2 to the Liberty church, Rev. Hansen officiating. Mr. Kiesow was 59 years of age and had been in failing health for two years. He had resided at Newton for many years and was well known. A widow and three children, Hilda, Herbert and Carl survive. Three sisters and three brothers also survive. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, August 16, 1919 Page 1


HERBERT KIESOW Herbert Kiesow, 65, of Rt. 1, Valders, died Wednesday morning unexpectedly following a coronary attack at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty, the Rev. S.G. Kugler officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Kiesow was born Sept. 17, 1898, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late Henry and Anna Schnell Kiesow. He married the former Flora Bratz Feb. 18, 1928, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Collins. He farmed in the Town of Liberty all his working life and was a former trustee of Trinity Lutheran Church. Surviving are his wife; two sons, a daughter, a brother, Carl Kiesow of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Hilda Stewart of Manitowoc; and 12 grandchildren. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Friday and until 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the Farley Funeral Home, Valders, and from noon until the time of services Saturday at the church. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 19, 1964 P. 19 ********** Funeral services for Herbert Kiesow, 65, of Rt. 1, Valders, who died Wednesday were at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. S.G. Kugler officiated and burial was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Leroy Schnell, Ronald and Howard Bratz, Ronald Haese, Gerald Kiesow and Henry Dittman. A daughter preceded Mr. Kiesow in death in 1931. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 24, 1964 P. 11


MARYANN KIESOW YOUNG DAUGHTER OF NEWTON COUPLE DIES AT HOSPITAL TODAY Mary Ann, the 2 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Kiesow of the town of Newton, died at the Holy Family hospital at 8 o'clock this morning after a brief illness during which pneumonia developed. Besides her parents the little girl is survived by a brother and a sister. Funeral services will be held from the home on Newton Route 1 at 1 o'clock and at 2 o'clock from the Liberty church on Thursday afternoon, the Rev. Hensel officiating. Interment will take place at the church cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, December 15, 1931


HOVER S. KNUTSON Hover S. Knutson, 60, of Valders, died Sunday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. The Rev. C.R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Knutson was born Mar. 22, 1913, at Valders, son of the late Gustave and Hannah Madson Knutson. He married Ruth Hecker June 20, 1934. He was employed at Stoelting Bros. Co. of Kiel. Survivors include his wife, four sons, Juel, of Valders, Hover G., of Kopperl, Texas, Earl, of Ishpeming, Mich., and Warren, at home; a daughter, Mrs. Thomas (Randi) Kupsch, of Rt. 1, Cato; two brothers, Edgar, of Manitowoc and Richard, of Largo, Fla., 14 grandchildren and his mother-in-law, Mrs. J.A. Hecker, of Manitowoc. Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 o'clock this Monday afternoon until 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and from noon at the church until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. July 9, 1973


RUTH KNUTSON Ruth Knutson, age 91, formerly of Valders, died on Wednesday morning, May 23, 2007, at North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.  She was born on Dec. 19, 1915, in Collins, daughter of the late Julius and Anna (Roesstler) Hecker. Ruth attended Collins schools and was a graduate of Reedsville High School, class of 1934. In June 1934, she married Hover S. Knuston. He preceded her in death on July 8, 1973. Ruth was employed as a nurses' aide in the nursery at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. She was a member of the Ladies Aid at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church.  Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law: Randi and Thomas Kupsch, Largo, Fla.; four sons and daughters-in-law: Juel and Marie Knutson, Valders; Hover G. and Gail Knutson, Fort Worth, Texas; Earl and Donna Knutson, Ishpeming, Mich.; and Warren and Barbara Knutson, Manitowoc; and a brother-in-law: Richard (Hilda) Knutson, Largo, Fla. Also surviving are 17 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 29, 2007, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, town of Liberty. Officiating at the service will be Pastor Gregory Pope, with burial in the church cemetery on Wednesday.  The family will greet relatives and friends at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, town of Liberty, from 4 p.m. on Tuesday, May 29, 2007, until the time of service at 7 p.m.  The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.  A special thank you to Jerilyn Osmunson and staff at North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center for their care and compassion shown toward Ruth and her family.  Herald Times Reporter, May 24, 2007  pg. A3


AUGUSTA F.L. KOEPPEN MRS. KOEPPEN PASSES AWAY Former Local Resident Dies Monday At Post Lake Mrs. William Koeppen, 59, former local resident, died Monday morning at Post Lake, Wisconsin, where she made her home for the past 15 years. The body will be sent Wednesday afternoon to the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 1 p.m. from the funeral home and two o'clock from the Liberty Lutheran church. Burial will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Born In Germany Mrs. Koeppen, nee Augusta Leider, was born in Germany January 13, 1877. She came to this country at the age of four. In 1899 she was married to William Koeppen, who survives. The couple lived here after their marriage until 15 years ago, when they moved to Post Lake where they conducted a resort. Survivors besides the widower include one son, Edwin at home; her mother, Mrs. Augusta Leider, city; six brothers, Adolph and Edwin Leider of this city, Herman and Charles of Birhamwood, and Edward and Paul of Liberty; and five sisters, Mrs. Ernst Schmidt and Mrs. Herb Jantz of Manitowoc. Mrs. August Lenz of Newton, Mrs. Fred Schmidt of Chilton and Mrs. Frank Ribbeck of Plymouth. The body can be viewed at the funeral home Wednesday from 7 p.m. Wed until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 5, 1936


WILLIAM GOTTFRIED CHRISTIAN KOEPPEN William Gottfried Christian Koeppen birth: 13 June 1901 Manitowoc death: 23 October 1901 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Liberty residence: 1901 Manitowoc father: William C. Koeppen mother: Augusta Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


WILLIAM C.P. KOEPPEN William Koeppen, 72, of Newton, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Christian Koeppen of Meeme, died Tuesday night at St. Nicholaus hospital, Sheboygan, following a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Redeemer Lutheran church, the Rev. Valentine Mack officiating. Burial will be in the Trinity Lutheran cemetery in Liberty. He was born in Meeme in 1878 and married Miss Augusta Leider in this city. They operated the Three Oaks resort at Post Lake, Wis., for a number of years. Mrs. Koeppen died in 1936. Survivors are a son, Edwin of Sheboygan; daughter, Rose Marie of Stevens Point; brother, Christian of Meeme; and a grandchild. Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after Friday noon. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m Saturday. Manitowoc Herald-Times, Wednesday, May 3, 1950


AUGUST KRAASE August Kraase, 76, bachelor farmer of Manitowoc route 1, died in the Holy Family hospital yesterday a short time after he had been found unconscious on the floor of his farm home. His doctor said he had suffered a stroke. Kraase was taken to the hospital by the sheriff's department. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Leschke funeral home and at 2:15 from the First German Evangelical Lutheran church. Burial will be made in the Town of Liberty. Mr. Kraase was born in Germany in 1862. He came to America and Manitowoc county with his parents when he was little more than a year old. He lived on the farm on route 1 for the past 30 years. Survivors include a brother, Carl of Liberty, and two sisters, Mrs. William Mahnke and Mrs, Albert Lierman, both of Manitowoc. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from today until the time of the services Saturday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, December 29, 1938


CARL KRAASE Carl Kraase, 78, retired from Town of Liberty farmer, died Monday evening following a heart attack. He had been ill three years. Funeral services will be held at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Liberty at 2 pm Thursday, the Rev. A.F. Geiger officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The body may be viewed at the Berge Funeral Home in Valders from 2 pm Wednesday until 11 am Thursday when it will be moved to the church to lie in state until the hour of services. Mr. Kraase was born in 1871 in Liberty and in 1908 married Lydia Hackmann. Survivors are the wife, daughter, Mrs. Walter Glaeser on the home farm; sister, Mrs. Albert Leirman of Manitowoc; two grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A son, Clarence died in 1932. Manitowoc Herald Times - Tues., July 5, 1949 - page 2



CLARENCE KRAASE Only Son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Kraase Passes After an eight months, illness Clarence Kraase, 22, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Kraase, town of Liberty passed away early this morning. He made his home on the farm with his parents who survive with one sister, Edna. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 from the home and at two o'clock from the Liberty Lutheran church, Rev. Hensel officiating. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, April 23, 1932


LYDIA KRAASE Mrs. Carl Kraase, 73, died Friday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Walter Glaeser, Route 1, Manitowoc. A native of the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, she was born Sept. 24, 1884, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Hackman. She was married to Carl Kraase on July 9, 1908. A member of Trinity Lutheran Church in the Town of Liberty, she was also a member of the Trinity Ladies’ Aid Society. Survivors, in addition to her daughter, are a brother, Emil Hackman of rural Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Luisa Schuette of rural Cleveland, Mrs. Clara Ewald of Manitowoc; and two grandsons. Her husband died in July 1949. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church in Town Liberty. The Rev. Samuel Kugler, pastor, will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home, Valders, from 3 p.m. Monday until 11 a.m. Tuesday and then at the church. Sheboygan Press, Saturday, February 15, 1958 P. 6


MARIA KRAASE Alfred Krause who was here to attend the funeral of his sister, Mary Krause, has returned to his home in Milwaukee. The decedent was fifty three years old and had made her home with her brother, Charles in the Town of Liberty, where her death occurred in the last day of the year. Manitowoc Herald News - Sat., Jan. 8, 1921 - page 3 ******** Notes form Madsen Miss Mary Cross died New Year's eve after a short illness of pneumonia. She was buried Tuesday at Liberty church, Rev. Hensel officiating. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Jan. 6, 1921


DANIEL KRETSCH Daniel Kretsch, 82, of 9629 Highway 151, Manitowoc, died unexpectedly late Friday evening, August 31, at holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church. Rev. Larry Ellenberger will officiate and burial will be in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Liberty. Mr. Kretsch was born May 28, 1902, in the Township of Meeme, Manitowoc County, son of the late Mathias and Katherine Schwalenberg Kretsch. He grew up and was educated in the Township of Meeme. He moved to this area in 1929. He married Olga Teesch on Sept. 17, 1927, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Liberty. Mr. Kretsch was a well known Mason Contractor for many years. He was a charter member of Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church and former president of the church council. Mr. Kretsch was former School Board Clerk for Shadyside School. Survivors include his wife, Olga; a son and daughter-in-law, Edward and Betty Kretsch of rural Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Beatrice and Norbert Dietrich of Kiel and Imogene and Donald Fictum of New Holstein; a sister, Aroma Kieckhaefer of Bremerton, Washington; 8 grandchildren, Daniel, Dean, and Melody Dietrich, Mark, Greg and Amy Fictum, and Larry and Jacqueline Kretsch; a great grandchild and a step-great grandchild. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, a grandson, five brothers and six sisters. Friends may call at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church,, from 9 a.m. until the time of services on Tuesday. There will be no Monday evening visitation at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Memorials may be made to Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church. Herald Times Reporter, September 2, 1984 P. 3


OLGA KRETSCH Mrs. Olga F. Kretsch, age 88, formerly of 9629 Highway 151, Manitowoc, died late Sunday evening, April 9, 1995, at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 13, 1995, at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church. Officiating will be Rev. Bruce McKenney and Rev. Robert Kujawski. Burial will follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, in the Town of Liberty. She was born August 19, 1906, in the Town of Cato, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late August and Bertha Ott Teesch. She grew up in the town of Cato attending local schools. She married Daniel Kretsch September 17, 1927, at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. After her marriage, they lied in Manitowoc for a short time before moving to the township of Manitowoc Rapids in 1929 where she lived most of her life. Olga worked part-time for Westphals Hardware Store and later for the Pine River Dairy. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting. She was a charter member of Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church and also a member of the Ladies Aide Society. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Edward and Betty Kretsch, rural Manitowoc; two daughters and a son-in-law, Beatrice Dietrich and special friend, Cal Pritzl, Kiel, Wis., Imogene and Donald Fictum, New Holstein, Wis.; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by one grandchild, three brothers, and a son-in-law, Norbert Dietrich. Friends may call at Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Memorials would be appreciated to Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church or Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church. Reinbold-Pfeffer Funeral Home is serving the family. Herald Times Reporter, April 11, 1995 P. A2



CARL KRUEGER Carl Krueger, retired county farmer, died Sunday at the home of his son, Harvey, route 1, Manitowoc, after suffering a stroke. He was 82 years of age. Born in Manitowoc on Sept. 10, 1862, Mr. Krueger operate a farm at Newton until his retirement 14 years ago. His wife, the former Mary Schnell, whom he married 48 years ago, preceeded him in death in 1937. The survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Emil Vogt, Milwaukee; and two sons, Arthur, Manitowoc, and Harvey, Manitowoc Rapids; 11 grand- children; two brothers, Fred, Kenosha; Herman, Michigan, and a sister, Mrs. August Gennrich, Manitowoc. The body is at the Pfeffer funeral home and will lie in state from Tuesday morning until 10 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be taken to the Trinity Lutheran church, Liberty. At 2 p.m. that afternoon the Rev. E. C. Schroeder will officiate at burial rites. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. Manitowoc Herald-Times, Monday, December 4, 1944


JUDITH KRUEGER Judith A. Krueger, age 64, of 901 Buchanan St. Kiel, died Sunday morning, Dec. 30, 2001 shortly after being admitted at Calumet Memorial Medical Center in Chilton. The former Judith Lenz, she was born Dec. 17, 1937, daughter of the late Norman and Alice Berg Lenz. She was a 1955 graduate of Valders High School and then attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she received a B.S. degree in Science Education in 1959. On August 5, 1961 she married Wayne Krueger at Trinity Lutheran Church in the Town of Liberty. Judy was a teacher at New Holstein Elementary School for 33 years, retiring in June 2000. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Kiel, church choir, and the New Holstein and State Education Associations. She enjoyed golfing in various golf leagues. Survivors include her husband, Wayne, one daughter, Kristin Krueger of Los Angeles, Calif.; two brother in laws, Eugene (Susan) Krueger and Lyle Krueger, all of Bristol, Wis. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Friday at Trinity Lutheran Church in Kiel with Rev. David Laabs, pastor officiating. Burial will be Saturday morning at Trinity Cemetery in the Town of Liberty. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 3 p.m. until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established for the American Cancer Society or Diabetes Association or Trinity Lutheran Church. Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home in Kiel are serving the family. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Wednesday, January 2, 2002 pg. A3



MARIA KRUEGER MRS. KRUEGER, 64, SUCCUMBS Funeral Services Planned For Saturday at 1 o'clock Mrs. Charles Krueger, 64, a resident of Newton for nearly 40 years, died shortly before noon today at the farm home on Route 1, Manitowoc. She had been in failing health for nearly two years. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m., from the home and at two o'clock from the Liberty Lutheran church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Born In Liberty Mrs. Krueger, whose maiden name was Mary Schnell, was born in Liberty in 1873. In 1896 she was married to Charles Krueger, Newton, and they located on the present homestead. Survivors are the widower; a daughter, Mrs. Emil Vogt, Milwaukee; two sons, Arthur, city. Harvey, Two Creeks; four brothers, Louis and August, Liberty, Charles and Herman, Newton; a sister, Mrs. Fred Kieselhorst, city; and 11 grandchildren. The body will be moved to the home in Newton Thursday afternoon from the Ffeffer funeral Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 24. 1937


JOHANN GOTTLIEB KRUGER From Der Nord Westen, 09 Dec. 1897: Death on Tues. of Johann Gottlieb Krueger at the home of his daughter, the widow Haese of Manitowoc. The deceased, who reached the age of 94-1/2, leaves 2 sons and one daughter. The funeral will take place tomorrow at the Lutheran Cemetery in Liberty.