BRACHMANN CHILD From Der Nord Westen, 21 Sept. 1893: Death on Mon. evening of the 15-mo. old son of South Main Street resident John Brachmann. The little body was buried yesterday morning in the Catholic Cemetery.
ALBERT F. BRACHMANN Albert F. Brachmann, 80, 1306 Marshall St. ,Manitowoc, died at 12:50 p.m. Friday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he was a patient since Feb. 15. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Cathlic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Alfred Pritzl will officiate and burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Brachmann was born Nov. 21, 1885, at Manitowoc, son of the late Nick and Cecelia Roedeg Brachmann, and always resided in the city. He married the former Catherine Schleis Oct. 11, 1911, at St. Boniface, and she died April 18, 1957. He was a cabinetmaker and carpenter, and retired from the trade 15 years ago. Suvivors include a son, Roy, of Manitowoc; a brother, John and a sister, Mrs. Linda Hanley, both of Minneapolis. Two brothers and three sisters preceded him ni death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m Sunday where at 7:30 p.m. the Rosary will be recited. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 1, 1966 P. 3.
ARTHUR K. BRACHMANN Arthur K. Brachmann, age 67, a resident of Manitowoc, and formerly of Nashville, TN, entered eternal life on Thursday, February 9, 2017 at Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers. Art was born on July 25, 1949 in Manitowoc to Grace Surfus Brachmann and the late Kenneth Brachmann. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1968. Arthur enjoyed his work with the water resources division of the U.S. Geological Survey, because it allowed him to travel all through the south. He also had a painting business called Artistry by Art in which he painted many home interiors of country music artists. His heart though was on his Tennessee land near the Cumberland River, where he lived for many years, roaming the hills and countryside with his German Shepherds, all named Max. He was an expert gardener and mechanic and appreciative of all country living. But his lifetime avocation was volunteer animal rescue, and his particular passion was the rescue of German Shepherds from shelters and bad circumstances. He used his formidable social networking skills and numerous contacts across the country to diligently identify German Shepherds and crosses being held in shelters nationwide and to refer these dogs to nearby rescue groups. He followed up with the rescue organizations when the dogs were healthy again and trained, and found prospective adoptive homes so these dogs would find forever homes and never see a shelter again. He was well-known and respected for his efforts, and appreciated for his humor and friendship, particularly in the German Shepherd community. Conscientious and loving, Arthur took care of his own beloved Max by arranging for Max's new home to be with Max's godmothers at Working Dogs Rescue. Arthur's guiding principle was "do something, adopt, foster, rescue, volunteer, donate, anything" to help all animals, because Arthur cherished and valued all life. He enjoyed collecting and reading James Patterson mysteries along with many others. Art also enjoyed dabbling in poetry and working in his vegetable garden and sharing it with his friends and family. He was happiest with his garden and his dog Max living in a little slave house on a plantation outside of Nashville, TN. Survivors include Art's mother, Grace Brachmann, Manitowoc; sister, Bonnie Hammes, Reedsville; special friend, Gale; his dog Max whom he loved dearly; also nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Art was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Brachmann; also several aunts and uncles. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. Rev. Richard Klingeisen will officiate with entombment of Art's cremated remains to take place at Calvary Mausoleum. Cremation has taken place at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel. Following the memorial service, a luncheon will be held at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center located on the south property of the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. The family will greet relatives and friends and the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 11 a.m. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Arthur's family requests that tax-deductible donations in his memory in lieu of flowers be made to Working Dogs Rescue or a rescue of your choice. Donations may be through PayPal to WorkingDogsRescue@gmail.com, or by check to Working Dogs Rescue, P.O. Box 353, Lisbon, Ohio 44432. The full donation will be allocated to any special needs of Max, and dogs rescued in Arthur's honor. Art's family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to the staffs of the Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center and the3rd Floor physicians and nurses of Aurora Medical Center. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Feb. 12, 2017
CATHERINE BRACHMANN Mrs. A. Brachman Rites in Manitowoc Mrs. Albert Brachmann, 68, Manitowoc, passed away Thursday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. She was born March 26, 1889, daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Krines Schleis. She came to Manitowoc girl and was married to Albert Brachmann on Oct. 11, 1911. Survivors include her husband; a son, Roy, Manitowoc; three brothers, Matt, Tisch Mills; John, Stangelville; and Dr. W.J. of Denmark; four sisters, Mrs. Fred Cisler, Manitowoc; Mrs. Frank Meyer, Mrs. Mike Jakus and Mrs. Emilie Van Lohn of Milwaukee. Funeral services were held on Monday at St. Boniface Catholic Church, with the Rev. Donald Rose officiating. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery. Denmark Press - Thursday, April 25, 1957
CECELIA BRACHMANN Mrs. Nick Brachmann, 79, of this city died Tuesday morning in Minneapolis where she was spending some time with her daugheers. The body will be brought here for burial and funeral services will be held Thursday, at 8:30 a.m. from the Shimek and Schwartz Funeral Home and at 9 o’clock at St. Boniface Catholic church. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. The body will lie in state at the funeral home from this evening until the hour of the funeral on Thursday. Mrs. Brachmann, nee Celia Roedig, was born in Manitowoc on July 8, 1861. Mr. Brachmann died four years ago. Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. Thomas Foley of this city and Mrs. L. C. Vader, Mrs. H. Hanley and Miss Linda Brachmann of Minneapolis; four sons, Albert, William, Adolph and John Brachmann, all of this city; one brother, Adolph Roedig of Newton; and three sisters, Mrs. Emma Bruins and Mrs. Bauer of Newton and Mrs. J. H. Kessler of Chicago. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 31, 1940 P. 2
DOROTHY BRACHMANN Dorothy Blanche Packard (Dot) Brachmann, age 92, died Feb. 24, 2003. The Lord looked down from Heaven and saw it was time to call Dorothy to join Him in Eternal Rest. She was born Dec. 8, 1910 in Milwaukee, to Leo and Mary (Clow) Packard. She attended Marquette University majoring in journalism, where she met and married fellow journalism student, Emmett Francis Brachmann. She worked for the Milwaukee Sentinel/Wisconsin News and was well known for writing a shopping column, "Gossip From the Shops with Sally Smart." As a wife and mother of two daughters, she was active in Girl Scouts, PTA events and community fundraisers and yet found time to create unique and memorable birthday parties. She participated in high school and city plays culminating with "Vod-Vil" shos she produced and directed for five years in her Florida retirement community. She was also an avid bridge player. Dorothy and Emmett owned and operated an orthopedic shoe store in Wausau for many years. The then retired to Leesburg, Fla. Years after Emmet's death, she moved to Bethany, Okla., to live with her daugher and son-in-law. She is survived by her daughter: Barbara and David Goodman and grandsons: Isaac and Darryl and his wife Gillian; and her beloved dog "Toby," all of Oklahoma; daughter: Susan and Paul Taddy and grandchildren: Paula and Lee Wichlacz; Neysa and Joe Bianchi; Gina and Jed Hoffman; Trina and Jim Terp' Shawn and Shannon Taddy; Alyssa Taddy and Waylon Wilson, all of Wisconsin. She had a special place in her heart for her 14 great-grandchildren: Ben, Rachel and Lizzie Wichlacz; Sam, Paul, Tommy and Joey Bianchi; Henry, Kitty and Anna Hoffman; Cody, Carly and Kristy Terp; and Ryan Taddy. She was preceded in death by her loving husband: Emmett; her parents; her brother: Leo Jr.; and her dear grandson: Ryan Taddy. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Feb. 27, 2003 at 2 p.m. at St. Ann's Home. She will be buried in Manitowoc. While the angels met Dorothy at the Gates of Heaven we will all miss her presence here on earth. Manitowoc Herald Times Tuesday, March 4, 2003 pg. A3
EMMA BRACHMANN Death on Sun. evening of the 3-mo. old daughter of Manitowoc resident Ric Brackmann(sic), from whooping cough. Burial took place yesterday in the local Catholic Cemetery. Der Nord Westen, 05 Dec. 1895 ******* (Per obit, Sunday was Dec. 1, 1895 ******* 1895 Dec 01 BRACHMANN Emma v.4 p.333 Emma Brachmann Wisconsin, Death Records Name Emma Brachmann Event Type Death Event Date 1895 Event Place Manitowoc County, Wisconsin Gender Female Age 0 Race W Birth Date 22 Sep 1895 Birth Year (Estimated) 1895 Birthplace Manitowoc, Manitowoc, Wis. Burial Place Manitowoc, Wis. Cemetery St. Boniface's Cemetery Father's Name Nicholas Brachmann Mother's Name Cecilia Brachmann ******** Wisconsin Deaths and Burials Name Emma Brachmann Gender Female Death Date 01 Dec 1895 Death Place Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Age 0 Birth Date 22 Sep 1895 Birthplace Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wis. Race White Marital Status Single Father's Name Nicholas J. Brachmann Mother's Name Celilia
EMMETT H. BRACHMANN Emmett F. Brachmann, 77, of 111 Chestnut St., Hawthorne-At-Leesburg, Fla., died Thursday, Dec. 15, at Leesburg. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday at St. Paul Catholic Church, Leesburg. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Philip J. Stegman and cremation will follow. Mr. Brachmann was born in Manitowoc and moved from Wausau to Florida in 1975. He was formerly the owner of Emmett’s shoes for 25 years in Wausau. He graduated from Marquette University with a B.A. in Journalism. He was a 3rd Degree Knight of Columbus. Mr. Brachmann was also a member of George J. Schreier Council No. 1069 of Wausau, 4th Degree Knight of Columbus and past Faithful Navigator and member of Rene-Menard Assembly, Wausau. He was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, Leesburg. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; two daughters, nine grandchildren and many dear friends. Memorials may be made to the Hawthorne Memorial Fund with the American Cancer Society. Herald Times Reporter, December 16, 1983 P. 3
EVA BRACHMANN Mrs. Eva Brachmann, 77, of 1311 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a month's illness. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Leschke-Bergner Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church. The Rev. Alfred Pritzl will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The former Eva Lieschke was born Dec. 12, 1882, at Newton, daughter of the late Joseph and Pauline Cichy Leschke. She was married to Adolph Brachmann in 1905 at Osman and he died in 1947. Mrs. Brachmann was a member of the St. Ann Altar Society of St. Boniface Church and also of the Eagles Auxiliary. Survivors include four sons, Ralph, Florian and Kenneth of Manitowoc and Orville of Pennsylvania; a daughter, Mrs. Bernice Cerden of California; two brothers, Joseph and Peter of Osman; two sisters, Mrs. Lucy Haase of DePere and Mrs. Julia Erickson of Chicago; three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 o'clock this Friday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 12, 1960 P. 13
FLORIAN A. BRACHMANN Florian A. Brachmann, age 102, passed away peacefully in Lemont, Ill., on Feb. 27, 2008. A lifelong resident of Manitowoc, he moved recently to Lemont, Ill., with his wife, Theresa, to live with her daughter and son-in-law, Marlene and Stan Wiet. Florian was a veteran of World War II, and saw action during the Battle of the Bulge in Rhineland and Central Europe as a communication chief. He enjoyed wrestling, baseball, fishing, hunting and dancing with his wife. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Private interment will be held at Calvary Cemetery. Donations in Florian's memory may be made to Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. Herald Times Reporter, March 6, 2008
HELEN M. BRACHMANN Mrs. Ralph J. Brachmann, of 1017 S. 11th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday at home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Msgr. Alfred Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Brachmann, nee Helen M. Schreihart, was born in Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and Francis Wilfer Schreihart. She resided in Europe for several years where she received singing instructions. She was married to Ralph J. Brachmann in 1933 at Manitowoc. Survivors include her husband and nieces and nephews. A sister and three brothers preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday where a Wake service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 29, 1971
HELENA BRACHMANN PITSCH Mrs. Helene Pitsch, widow of Peter J. Pitsch who died several years ago, felt unwell a few days ago. A doctor was called Mon. who promptly diagnosed smallpox. In an unbelievably short period of time her entire body was covered with pox of the worst form of the disease. She was unconscious within 2 hrs. and died late that night. She was born 65 yrs. ago in Grattenoch, Germany, and had been a resident of our city for many years. She leaves 4 daughters and 3 sons. As the law required, the body was buried Tues. night. (Long article about the smallpox scourge throughout the county this entire year and the discussion of the degrees of its severity, quarantines and the work of the Department of Health.) Der Nord Westen, 21 Aug. 1902 ******** A CASE OF BLACK SMALLPOX ENDS IN CITY FATALLY. Mrs. Helena Pitsch died at her home, 1214 Marshall street on Tuesday last of a disease diagnosed as black smallpox The lady was apparently well on Monday and was stricken at night and with such virulence did it attack her system that she died in a few hours afterwards. Mrs. Pitsch was old and she lived alone in an upstair flat. She was the widow of the late Peter J. Pitsch who was for years engaged in the retail liquor business in the city. Deceased was the mother of a large family of children, several of whom survive her. Considerable alarm has been created by the death of Mrs. Pitsch under the circumstances and from smallpox. Really there is no cause for anxiety. The health authorities say the city is in exceedingly fine sanitary condition and such a disease is likely to occur in the best regulated communities. Manitowoc Pilot, August 21, 1902 ******** Helen Bettendorf Pitsch Wisconsin, Death Records Name Helen Bettendorf Pitsch Event Type Death Event Date 1902 Event Place Manitowoc County, Wisconsin Residence Place Manitowoc, Wis. Gender Female Age 64 Marital Status Widowed Race W Occupation Housewife Birth Date 17 Jul 1838 Birth Year (Estimated) 1838 Birthplace Germany Cemetery Calvary Cemetery Father's Name Henry Bettendorf Father's Birthplace Germany Mother's Name Elizabeth Bettendorf Mother's Birthplace Germany Spouse's Name John P. Pitsch Citing this Record "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch Helen Bettendorf Pitsch, 1902; citing Death, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
IRENE BRACHMANN Mrs. William Brachmann, 44, of 1218 South 12th street, died at the home early today following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Pfeffer funeral home and at 9 o’clock from St. Boniface Catholic church with the Rev. Alfred Pritzl officiating. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. Born Irene Mrotek in this city in 1893, the deceased, a resident of Manitowoc during her entire life was married to Mr. Brachmann 15 years ago. The couple had no children. Surviving, in addition to the husband, are seven brothers, Daniel, Benny, Roman, Louis, Arthur, Max and Eugene Mrotek, all of this city, and three sisters, Mrs. John Schneider and Mrs. Garfield Crawford, both of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Walter Urbanski of Chicago. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 7 o’clock this evening until the time of services Saturday morning. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 7 p.m. Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 16, 1947 P. 2 **Cemetery list shows a birth year of 1904
JOHN BRACHMANN (d. 1934) BRACHMANN, John P. – Aged 72, died Thursday night at Milwaukee. Resident of this city for years before removing with wife to Milwaukee eight years ago to reside with daughter. Survived by widow, who was Kate Stephani, son, daughter and nine grandchildren. Body to Manitowoc by train. Monday morning services at 9 a.m. from St. Boniface church. Interment Calvary. The Manitowoc Herald Times – Saturday, March 17, 1934 p. 13
JOHN N. BRACHMANN JOHN N. BRACHMANN, 87, retired building contractor, died Thursday night at the home of his son, Ray, in Platteville, Wis., following a short illness. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Mittnacht-Kollath funeral home and at 10 o’clock at St. Boniface church, the Rev. Alfred Pritzl officiating. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. Mr. Brachmann was born in Newton in 1861 and in 1888 married Miss Wilhelmina Bahr. He went into the carpenter contracting business, forming a parternship in this city under the firm name of Levenhagen and Brachmann, which continued 34 years. During that span the firm built many structures here including the Masonic Temple, St. Marys church, and the Rahr elevators. In his early life he was a member of the Rahr Guards, a local military company which preceded the organization of a national guard unit here. He was a member of the Catholic Knights, Holy Name society and served several years as a member of the board of trustees of the St. Boniface congregation. After retiring 15 years ago Mr. Brachmann made his home with a daughter, Mrs. A. J. Zimmer, who died two years ago. Since then he had resided with his sons. Survivors are two sons, Ray of Platteville and Emmett of Appleton; and five grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Sunday noon until the hour of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 13, 1948 P. 2
KATHERINE BRACHMANN Mrs. Katherine Brachmann, 92, 1131 S. 11th St., Manitowoc, died early Wednesday after a long illness. Funeral services will be held at the Pfeffer FUnerla Home, Manitowoc, at 8:30 a.m. Friday and at the St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc, at 9 a.m. Rev. Alfred Pritzl will officiate. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mrs. Brachmann was born Katherine Stephani in the town of Newton in 1859 and came to Manitowoc at an early age. She was married to John Brachmann in 1884. The Brachmanns lived in Manitowoc for a short time, later moving to Milwaukee. They returned to Manitowoc in 1925. Mr. Brachmann died in Manitowoc in 1934. Survivors are a son, Roland of Manitowoc; a sister, Miss Tillie Stephani of Manitowoc; and nine grandchildren an d13 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Thursday. The rosary will be recited there at 7 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 16, 1952 P. 2
KENNETH BRACHMANN Kenneth Brachmann, age 94, a resident of Manitowoc, entered into eternal life on Thursday, January 13, 2011 at Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers. Ken was born on July 7, 1916 in Manitowoc to the late Adolph and Eva Leschke Brachmann. He attended St. Boniface Parochial School and Manitowoc Lincoln High School. On February 14, 1942 Ken married Grace Surfus at the former Holy Innocents Catholic Church in Manitowoc. Ken had served in the United States Army from November 7, 1942 until his honorable discharge on January 16, 1946. During the majority of his service, he was stationed in the Pacific during World War II. Upon his return, Ken worked as a burner for Manitowoc Shipbuilding. He then went on to work at UW Manitowoc as a maintenance supervisor. During his retirement, Ken and Grace spent their winters taking road trips throughout the southern United States spending most of their time in Texas with friends. Ken enjoyed spending his time fishing, hunting, trips to the casino (where he was very lucky), and being with his family and friends. Kenneth was a member St. Francis of Assisi in Manitowoc, the Eagles Club, and a lifelong member of AMVETS Post 99. Survivors include Ken’s wife of 67 years: Grace, Manitowoc; one daughter: Bonnie Hammes, Reedsville; one son: Arthur Brachmann, Nashville, TN; three grandsons: Donald Knuth, Manitowoc; Steven (Tracy) Knuth, Manitowoc; and Seth Hammes, Mayville; two great grandchildren: Taylor and Ayden; one niece: Eva Dean Weinold, Hawaii; one brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law: George (Helen) Surfusand Teresa Brachmann; also other relatives and friends. Ken was preceded in death by his parents; one sister: Bernice Carden; three brothers: Ralph, Orville, and Florian; and one son-in-law: Graham Hammes. The family will greet relatives and friends on Monday, January 17, 2011 at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo from 10 am until the beginning of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am. The Rev. Dan Viertel will officiate with interment of Ken’s cremated remains to take place at Calvary Mausoleum at a later date. Military rites will be accorded by AMVETS Post 99. Ken’s family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the staffs of Aurora Medical Center and Shady Lane Nursing Care Center for the care and compassion they provided to both Ken and his family.
MINNIE BRACHMANN DEATH COMES TO MRS. BRACHMAN END SUFFERINGS Death ended the sufferings of Mrs. John Brachman, 1214 Marshal street, early this morning, coming to end a lingering illness from which she had been a sufferer and from which no hope of recovery was held out. Mrs. Brachman's death was calm and peaceful. Funeral arrangements have not been made. Mrs. Brachman, nee Minnie Bahr, was born in this city in 1867 and had always made her home here. She is survived by her husband and four children and by her aged mother, Mrs. Fred Bahr who is now 76 years of age. The children are Mrs. A.J. Zimmer, Rubin Raymond and Emmet. With exception of Raymond all were here at their mother's death, being in South Carolina where he is employed as a salesman for the Goods co. Funeral arrangements await word from him. Two brothers, Eddie Bahr, this city and John Bahr, of Chicago, and four sisters, Mrs. John Mack, Mrs. John Bezell, Chicago; Mrs. Charles Wunderlich, this city and Mrs. Joseph Brady, Edwardsville, also survive. The funeral will be held Tuesday morning from St. Boniface church and burial will be at Calvary. Manitowoc Herald News, January 14, 1922 p.1
NICHOLAS BRACHMANN RITES TO BE HELD FRIDAY Brachmann Services Arranged; Died Tuesday At Home Funeral services for Nickolas (sic) Brachmann, 82, pioneer carpenter contractor who died Tuesday at his home, will be held Friday, following brief services at the home, 1036 South 13th street, there will be services at 9 a.m. at the St. Boniface church. Interment will be in Calvary cemetery. Born in Milwaukee Mr. Brachmann was born in Milwaukee in 1954. He learned the carpenter trade when a young man and 55 years ago moved to this city, where he has since resided. He married Miss Cecelia Roedig 54 years ago. During the years Brachmann engaged in the contracting business he erected a number of public buildings and residences. Included in these ewre the St. Mary’s church and the Meyer store building in this city, the St. Luke’s church, Two Rivers and churches at Mishicot, Northeim and Clarks Mills. Survivors are the widow; four daughters, Mrs. L. C. Vader and Mrs. H. Hanley, both of Minneapolis, Mrs. T. Eoley and Lynda Brachmann, both of this city; four sons, Adolph, Albert and William of this city and John of Anoka, Minn.; two brothers, John, city, and Peter, Portland, Oregon; two sisters, Mrs. B. Deiksen and Mrs. P. Simon, both of Milwaukee; nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The body was removed to the Brachmann home this afternoon from the Shimek and Schwartz funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 18, 1936 P. 13
RALPH BRACHMANN Ralph J. Brachmann, age 95, of 1017 South 11th Street, Manitowoc, died Saturday, Oct. 20, 2001 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. No services will take place, and burial of his cremated remains will take place at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Ralph was born March 30, 1906 in Manitowoc, son of the late Adolph and Eva Leschke Brachmann. Ralph married Helen Schriehart, she preceded him in death. He then married Arlene Ziarnik, she preceded him in death. Survivors include two brothers and sisters-in-law, Florian and Theresa Brachmann, Manitowoc, Kenneth and Grace Brachmann, Manitowoc; two nieces, one nephew; other relatives and friends also survive. Ralph was preceded in death by one brother, Orvile Brachmann; one sister Bernice Carden. The Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 25, 2001 P. A6
REUBEN BRACHMANN Rubin Brachmann, 53, of 1214 Marshall street, was found dead in the home early last evening by Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Neubert, summoned there by neighbors. From the position of the body it is believed Mr. Brachmann suffered a heart attack whilc dressing. His brother-in-law and sister, Dr. and Mrs. A. J. Zimmer, with whom he lived, were at Hot Srpings, where Dr. Zimmer is recuperating from a long illness. His father, John, was at the Holy Family hospital for general care. Rubin Brachmann was alone in the home and when neighbors noticed newspaper and milk had not been taken from the steps they decided to call relatives. Funeral services will be held Monday at 8:30 a.m. from the Pfeffer funeral home and at 9 o’clock from the St. Boniface church. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. Mr. Brachmann was born in this city in 1889, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Brachmann and has always resided here. Survivors are the father, a sister, Mrs. A. J. Zimmer, of this city; and two brothers, Raymond of Plattville, and Emmette of St. Paul. The body will be at the Pfeffer funeral home but the casket will not be opened. The rosary will be recited Sunday night at 7 o’clock at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 11, 1942 P. 4
ROY A. BRACHMANN Roy A. Brachmann, 62, of 1306 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Friday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Justin Pierce will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Manitowoc Military graveside services will be accorded Mr. Brachmann by American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88 of Manitowoc. Mr. Brachmann was born March 28, 1912, at Manitowoc, son of the late Albert and Catherine Schleis Brachmann. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army Air Force in the Pacific Theater and was a 28-year member of American Legion Drews-Bleser Post. He had been employed at Berkedal and Shimek In., of Manitowoc prior to his retirement earlier this year. Survivors include an uncle, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 6 to 9 o’clock this Friday evening, where a wake service will be held at 7 o’clock. Herald Times Reporter, September 27, 1974 P. 16
WILLIAM P. BRACHMANN William Brachmann, 77, of 1908A Madison S., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. John Landowski officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Brachmann was born Sept. 15, 1887, at Manitowoc, son of the late Nicholas and Celia Radey Brachmann. He married Irene Mrotek Nov. 8, 1932, at Waukegan, Ill., and she died Oct 6, 1947. He was a fireman and watchman for Mirro Aluminum Co. and retired in 1953. He was an Army veteran of World War I, having served from Sept. 21, 1917 until Dec. 24, 1918. Surviving are two brothers, Albert, of Manitowoc and John, of Minneapolis; a sister, Mrs. Linda Hanley, of Minneapolis and nieces and nephews. Three sisters and a brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Graveside military rites will be provided by Drews-Bleser Post No. 88, American Legion. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 29, 1965 P. 9
ANNA BRADL FLAHR Mrs. Anna Flahr, 73, of 3148 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11:30 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. d L. Krembs will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mrs. Flahr, the former Anna Opichka, was born June 29, 1892, at Denmark, daughter of the late Albert and Rose Frisch Oopichka. She was married in 1915 to Frank Bradl at Manitowoc. He died in 1934. She was married in 1937 to Theodore Flahr. He died in 1940. Survivors are three sons, Norman, Raymond and Robert Braedl of Manitowoc; a brother, Joseph Opichka of Manitowoc; to sisters, Mrs. Emma Zeman and Mrs. Mary Goldsmith of Minneapolis, Minn., and two grandchildren. Three brothers preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home where at 7:30 o’clock this Friday evening the Rosary will be recited. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 13, 1966 P. 13
FRANK BRADL BRADL INJURY PROVES FATAL Man Hurt By Conveyor At Malt Plant Dies Late Today Frank Bradl, 48, died at 2:30 this afternoon at the hospital of injuries suffered at the Rahr Malting company this morning. His widow, formerly Anna Opichka and three children, Raymond, Norman and Robert, all at home, survive. Frank Bradl, 48, and married, is at the Holy Family hospital in a critical condition as a result of an accident at 8 a.m. today at the Rahr Malting company plant on South Seventh street. His left leg was caught and crushed in one of the conveyors at the plant and it was necessary to amputate the leg below the knee. Bradl suffered so much from loss of blood that the three attending physicians gave him two blood transfusions. He also suffered greatly from the shock. The workman had been at the plant but a short time this morning when the accident happened. He was engaged in adjusting the mechanism of the conveyor when in some manner his leg became caught in the machinery. The police ambulance was summoned and Bradl was taken to the hospital where an immediate amputation was decided on in an effort to save his life. Reports from the hospital this afternoon said the injured man was still in a critical condition. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, January 4, 1934 P. 1
GERTRUDE M. BRADL Mrs. Gertrude M. Bradl, 65, of 3524 South 10th Street, Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning, April 24, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Harold Berryman with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Bradl, nee Gertrude Marie Pionek, was born July 27, 1918, at Two Rivers, Wisconsin, daughter of the late John and Farnces Opichka Pionek. She married Raymond F. Bradl on July 17, 1948, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death November 1, 1972. Mrs, Bradl was a 1935 graduate of Lincoln High School. She was employed at Park Lawn Home in Manitowoc, retiring in 1982. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Beverly Bradl and Charles and Judy Bradl, both of Manitowoc; a sister and a brother-in-law, Delores and Jim Sieger of Manitowoc; six grandchildren, Grenda, Becky, Keith, Ryan, Abbie and Amy. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 o’clock to 9 o’clock this Wednesday evening. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 o’clock. Herald Times Reporter, April 25, 1984 P. 3 ******** (27 Jul 1918/Apr 1984/SSDI)
MILDRED M. BRADL Mildred M. Bradl, age 77, of 3712 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening, April 2, 1996. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, April 8, 1996, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Carl Meulemans with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum Chapel. She was born May 11, 1918, in Maple Grove, Wis., daughter of the late Edward and Mary Wilhelm Gosz. On June 26, 1946, she married Normn F. Bradlin Greenleaf, Wis., at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Mildred enjoyed many hours of gardening, sewing and traveling throughout her life. Survivors include her husband, Norman Bradl, Manitowoc; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Edward and Bette Gosz Jr., Appleton, Clarence and Helen Gosz, Appleton, Robert and Marge Gosz, Brillion; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Clara and Don Long, Indiana, Martha and Ken Johnson, Illinois, Leona and Earl Nienhaus, Greenleaf, Helen and Robert DeValk, Appleton; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Robert and June Bradl, Bayside; a sister-in-law, Eleanore Gosz, Valders. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Daniel, Herbert and Eugene, a brother-in-law and Sister-in-law, Ray and Gertrude Bradl. Friends may call Sunday evening at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. where a prayer service will be held at 6:30 p.m. by Sr. Mary Kevin. Herald Times Reporter, April 7, 1996 P. A2 ******** (BRADL Mildred M. 5/11/1918 4/2/1996 Phase I Cor A NE Tier D Crypt 4/Chapel)
NORMAN F. BRADL Norman F. Bradl, age 79, of 3712 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday evening, April 25, 1996. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, April 29, 1996, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Carl Meulemans with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. He was born November 27, 1916, in Manitowoc, son of the late Frank and Ann Bradl. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving during World War II. On June 26, 1946, he married the former Mildred Gosz at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Greenleaf. She preceded him in death April 2, 1996. Mr. Bradl was employed at Radandt and Sons for many years until his retirement in 1973. Norman was also owner/operator of the Lakeshore Welding Service for many years. He was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church and past president of Eagles Aerie #706. Survivor include a brother and sister-in-law, Robert (June) Bradl, Bayside, Wis.; two nephews and their wives, Richard (Beverly) Bradl, Manitowoc, Charles (Judy) Bradl, Manitowoc; three brothers-in-law and their wives, Edward (Bette) Goss Jr., Appleton, Clarence (Helen) Gosz, Appleton, Robert (Marge) Gosz, Brillion; four sisters-in-law and their husbands, Clara (Don) Long, Indiana, Martha (Ken) Johnson, Illinois, Leona (Earl) Nienhaus, Greenleaf, Helen (Robert) DeValk, Appleton. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Ray Bradl and his wife, Gertrude. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. Sunday where a prayer service will be held at 6 p.m. by Father Carl. Herald Times Reporter, April 27, 1996 P. A2 ******** (27 Nov 1916/25 Apr 1996/SSDI) (BRADL Norman F. 11/17/1916 4/25/1996 Phase I Cor A NE Tier D Crypt 3/Chapel)
RAYMOND F. BRADL Funeral services for Raymond F. Bradl, 53, of 3100 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, who died Wednesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 o'clock this Thursday evening were a memorial service will be held at 8 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 2, 1972 ******* (28 Nov 1918/Nov 1972/SSDI)
WILLIAM BRADL WILLIAM BRADL, HOTEL MAN DEAD AT AGE OF 28 Proprietor, Manitowoc House, Dead after Week’s Illness, Born at Cato (the copy is extremely light, will write what I can make out) Wm. Bradl, son of Jos. Bradl, of the Manitowoc House…. the funeral will be held from St. Boniface church Saturday morning with burial at Calvary. Mr. Bradl was 28 years of age and a native of Cato, this county, having been born Dec. ?, 1889. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Bradl, who survive him together with one brother, Frank, of this city and five sisters, Mrs. Frank Gerl, Kellnersville, Mrs. Fred Preuss, Whitelaw; Mrs. Jos. Kohlbeck, Wausau; Mrs. George Haase and Mrs. Michael W?, this city. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, March 09, 1917, Page 8 ******** William Bradl, aged 28 years, died last Thursday afternoon, after a weeks’ illness. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Bradl, corner Jay and 10th Street. Besides his parents, he is survived by one brother, Frank and five sisters, Mrs. Frank Gerl of Kellnersville, Mrs. Fred Pruess of Whitelaw, Mrs. Joseph Kolbeck of Wausau and Mrs. George Haase and Mrs. Michl Wellner of this city. The funeral was held Saturday morning from St. Boniface Church. Interment was in Calvary Cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Mar. 15, 1917
CLEMENT BRADLEY, SR. Clement "Clem" Bradley, Sr., age 76, of 4211 Cty. Rd CR, Manitowoc died on Saturday morning, May 27, 2017 at Aurora Medical Center Manitowoc County. He was born on August 15, 1940 in Denmark, son of the late Peter and Ethel Bradley. Clem attended Denmark High School. On May 18, 1963 he married Mary Lou Herrmann at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Reifs Mills. Clem began his employment for the railroad, prior to his marriage, in Green Bay and then began his career as a truck transport driver for 30 plus years. After his retirement, Clem opened a crafts business called Seasons Creations. Clem was a past member of the Masonic Temple of Manitowoc. Survivors include his wife of 54 years: Mary Lou Bradley, Manitowoc; two sons: Clement "Clem" Bradley, Jr. and Jason Bradley; one daughter: Tracy Bradley, all of Manitowoc; six grandchildren: Kayla Pleuss, Jordan Bradley, Seth Bradley, Brenner Bradley, Daymeon Bradley, Season Scheurell; two great-grandchildren: Easton and Penelope; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Vincent and Judy Bradley, Chilton, Bill and Mary Van Lieshout, Two Rivers; one sister: Veronica "Ronnie" Vertz, Sturgeon Bay; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Fred and Sue Herrmann, Valders; two sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law: Nancy Herrmann, Manitowoc, Linda and David Lyons, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by one son: Jarrod Bradley; one brother-in-law: Roger Vertz, father-in-law and mother-in-law: Fred and Lillian Herrmann. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday June 2, 2017 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand, 1416 Grand Avenue, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dave Pleier. Cremation will take place at All-Care Cremation Center following funeral services and burial of Clem's cremated remains will be at Calvary Cemetery on a later date. The family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday, June 1, 2017 at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 928 South 14th Street, Manitowoc from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 Pm led by Deacon Alan Boeldt. The visitation will continue on Friday morning, June 2, 2017 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand from 9:30 AM until 10:45 AM. Expressions of sympathy may be left for the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to thank the staff of Aurora Medical Center, especially Sherry M. for their compassionate care given to the family. Dad was a very loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be greatly and forever loved by all who knew him. He will never be forgotten and will always live on in our hearts and memories forever. You have gone on to a place with no more pain and suffering. Please rest in peace, dad, "Papa". -Your loving family- Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter May 30, 2017
JARROD BRADLEY Jarrod J. Bradley, 16, of 4211 County Trunk CR, died Sunday, December 7, 1986 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10 am Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10:30 am at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Martin Carr will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Jarrod was born November 27, 1970 at Manitowoc, son of Clem and Mary Lou Bradley. He was a Sophomore at Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. Jarrod was employed on a part time basis at Jon Matthias Farm. He enjoyed snowmobiling and dirt bike riding. Survivors include his parents, Clem and Mary Lou of Manitowoc; two brothers, Clem Jr., of Manitowoc and Jason at home; a sister, Tracy at home; his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Herrmann of Whitelaw; his paternal grandmother, Mrs. Joseph VanLieshout of Denmark; aunts and uncles, Mr. and Mrs. Roger Vertz of Sturgeon Bay, Mr. and Mrs. Vince Bradley of Chilton, Lucille Rossine of Manitowoc, Eileen Bradley of Chicago, Florence Finnel of Two rivers, Morris Bradley of Milwaukee, Buddy Bradley of California, Nancy Herrmann of Manitowoc, Linda Coral of Manitowoc and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Herrmann Jr. of Manitowoc; two nieces, Nicole Herrmann and Jenny Coral and cousins also survive. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Peter Bradley. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 9 pm Tuesday, where a prayer service will be 7:30 pm by Rev. Martin Carr. Manitowoc Herald Times - Mon., Dec. 8, 1986 - page 16
AGNES B. BRADY Miss Agnes B. Brady, age 83, a resident of St. Mary’s Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday evening, July 26, 1998, at the St. Mary’s Home. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 30, 1998, at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Earl Brouchoud, with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. She was born October 9, 1914, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and Katherine (McNulty) Brady. She was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1932, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, class of 1936. Agnes then received her Masters Degree from the University of Iowa. Agnes continued her teaching career in the states of Wisconsin, Iowa and Illinois, until her retirement in 1974. Survivors include one sister and brother-in-law, Eleanor and Ray Jacobson, Manitowoc; one sister-in-law, Louise Brady, Manitowoc; nieces and nephews, Mary Ellen (Roger) Strzyzewski, Manitowoc, Charles Jacobson, New Frankin, Jim (Marilyn) Jacobson, Paul (Jan) Jacobson, Monica (Denni) Kosinski, all of Manitowoc, Cathy (Dennis) Connor, St. Louis, Barbara Brady, Atlanta, Mary Sue (Mike) Hosford, Andersonville, Tenn., Jean Jolly, Knoxville, Tenn. Agnes is also survived by cousins, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by three brothers, George, Joe, and Francis; one sister, Mary Claire Brady. Friends may call at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc, Thursday morning from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald times Reporter, July 28, 1998 P. 2 ******** (9 Oct 1914/26 Jul 1998/Issued:IL/SSDI)
CATHERINE E. BRADY Mrs. Joseph S. Brady, 66, lifelong resident of the county, died early this morning at the Holy Family hospital from a stroke she suffered three days ago. The Brady home is at 1611 Division street. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning, 9:45 o'clock fro the Pfeffer funeral home and at 10 'clock at the St. Andrew Catholic church with the Rev. Henry Letz officiating. Interment will be in Calvary cemetery. The body may be viewed after Wednesday noon at the funeral parlors. Mrs. Brady, the former Catherine McNulty, was born August 28, 1878 in the town of Liberty, and has made her home in this city for the past 35 years. She was married in 1904 and besides her husband, six children and five grandchildren survive. The daughters are Mrs. Ray Jacobsen, Miss Mary Clare, both of Manitowoc and Miss Agnes of Iowa City, Ia., three sons, Francis, city; Joseph E., St. Paul, Minn.; and George, Knoxville, Tenn. Other survivors are a brother, Patrick McNulty, living at Osman, and a sister, Miss Mary McNulty, living at Dunkirk, N.Y. Mrs. Brady belonged to the St. Theresa society, and members will recite the rosary Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 25, 1944 P. 2
JOSEPH S. BRADY Joseph S. Brady, 83, formerly a resident of Shady Lane, Manitowoc, died Sunday evening at Alexian Brothers Hospital, Oshkosh, where he had been two weeks. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. John Landowski will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Brady was born March 14, 1879, in the Town of Liberty, son of the late Peter and Margaret Conway Brady. He married Catherine McNulty at St. Isidore Catholic Church, Osman, in 1903, and the couple established residence at Manitowoc. Mrs. Brady died April 25, 1944. Mr. Brady taught school in rural areas for many years and before retiring 15 years ago had been employed 30 years by Mirro Aluminum Co. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Ray Jacobson of Manitowoc, Miss Agnes Bradyl of Park Ridge, Ill. and Miss Mary Claire Brady of Combined Locks; three sons, Francis of Manitowoc, Joseph of South St. Paul and George of Knoxville, Tenn.; three brothers, James of Milwaukee, Edwin of Town of Liberty and Harold of Chicago; two sisters, Miss Alice and Miss Mary Brady of Milwaukee; and 10 grand- children. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will be recited by St. Mary Parish members at 7 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times Monday, January 21, 1963 pg. 3
MARY C. BRADY Mary Claire Brady, age 76, of 2423 S. 35th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening, February 14, 1996, at the Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 17, 1996, at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Concelebrating the Mass of Christian Burial will be Bishop Mark Schmitt and Revs. Carl Meulemans and Lambert Scanlan with burial to follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Miss Brady was born January 8, 1920, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph S. and Catherine McNulty Brady. Completing Manitowoc Lincoln High School and graduating with the class of 1937, she then graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1941, and then earned a Masters Degree in Social Work at Loyola University, Chicago in 1951. Miss Brady was a kindergarten teacher in the Manitowoc Public School System and later was employed as a social worker for the Diocese of Green Bay. Her employment also included social work for the Sisters of Our Lady of Charity, Green Bay, and coordinated a Family Day Care Program in Manitowoc County for several years. At the time of her retirement in 1989, Miss Brady was employed as a social worker for the North End Hospice Program. Miss Brady is survived by two sisters, Agnes Brady, Park Ridge, Ill., and Mrs. Ray (Eleanore) Jacobson, Manitowoc; a sister-in-law, Louise Brady, Manitowoc; special cousin, John and Alice Brady, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her three brothers, Francis, Joseph, and George. Friends may call Saturday morning, February 17, 1996, at the St. Andrew Catholic Church, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, February 16, 1996 P. A2 ******** (8 Jan 1920/14 Feb 1996/SSDI)
ELAINE B. BRAND Elaine Barbara Brand, age 91, a resident of St. Mary's Home of the Felician Village, died Saturday, July 6, 2013 at the home. She was born on October 1, 1921 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Anton and Jenny (Komerowski) Mushel. Elaine was a graduate of Lincoln High School in Manitowoc. On May 22, 1951 Elaine married Robert Brand in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on November 26, 2003. Together the couple owned and operated the former Brand's Little Sturgeon Inn for seven years, and came back to Manitowoc to reside in 1967. Elaine spent a lot of her time lending a hand to friends and family. She had a soft spot for the elderly and enjoyed assisting them any way that she could, especially running errands for them. Elaine is survived by a daughter and son-in-law: Connie and Ed Mashlan, Houston, TX; three grandchildren: Michelle (Todd) Perry, Houston, TX, Laura (Brian) Guetzlaff, Austin, TX and Michael Mashlan, Houston, TX; three great-grandchildren; one brother: Richard Mushel, Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law: Joan Mushel and Jean Mushel Holschbach, both of Manitowoc. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by two brothers: Marvin and Gerald Mushel and a sister-in-law: Donna Mushel. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday July 12, 2013 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dave Pleier with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends from 10:00 A.M. until 10:45 A.M. at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand on Friday, July 12, 2013. Expressions of Sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to acknowledge the staff at the Felician Village, especially St. Mary's Home for the loving care they gave Elaine over the last 10 years Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter July 10, 2013
ROBERT L. BRAND Robert L. Brand, age 82, of 2350 S. 23rd St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening, Nov. 26, 2003, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2003 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Tom Wojciechowski O.F.M. with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside rites will be accorded by VFW Otto Oas Post #659. He was born May 15, 1921, in San Pedro, Calif., son of the late James F. and Eva Cave Brand Sr. Robert served in the United States Coast Guard as Chief Petty Officer during World War II serving in New Guinea, Philippines, and Alaska. On May 22, 1951, he married the former Elaine B. Mushel in Manitowoc. The couple owned and operated the former Brand's Little Sturgeon Inn for seven years and moved to Manitowoc in 1967. Robert also was employed as a machinist at Manitowoc Engineering Co. for 30 years, retiring in 1984. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc Senior Center and Machinist Union #516. Survivors include his wife: Elaine B. Brand, Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law: Constance and Edwin Mashlan, Texas; three grandchildren: Michelle, Laura and Michael Mashlan; four sisters and two brothers-in-law: Eba Jane Moffat, Jean and Robert Rollins, Pauline and William Stecker and Joanne Kiley, all of California; a brother-in-law and three sisters-in-law: Richard and Donna Mushel, Joan Mushel and Jean Mushel Holschbach, all of Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by six brothers, one sister and two brothers-in-law: Gerald Mushel and Marvin L. Mushel. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday where a prayer service will be held at 6:30 p.m. led by Deacon Robert Drobka. Friends may also call Tuesday morning at St. Mary Catholic Church from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 10 a.m. Manitowoc Herald Times Thursday, November 27, 2003
GRACE ANN BRANDEL Grace Ann Brandel, age 91, of Manitowoc, died October 1, 2015 at Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay. Grace was born on August 16, 1924 in Langlade County, daughter of the late Robert J. Paulichek and Mary (Rezik) Paulichek. She moved to Manitowoc in 1942 from Seven Miles, north of Antigo. On November 27, 1946 she was married to Mark P. Brandel in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on January 29, 2002. Grace worked at S.S. Kresges, Aluminum Specialty and retired from St. Mary’s Nursing Home in 1991. She was a member of Western Fraternal Life Association Lodge #20 of Melnik and the First Reformed United Church of Christ. Grace enjoyed spending time with family and friends and especially dancing with cousins at weddings. Survivors include her step-daughter: Dolores Peltier, FL; four grandchildren: Kay (Mark) Meitzen, Madison; Kathy Jeffers, FL; Susan Peltier, Whitelaw; Jeff Peltier, Manitowoc; nine great grandchildren: Jodi Williamson, Kara Meitzen, Abby Meitzen, Maggie Meitzen, Charlie Meitzen, Dohn Koeppel, Jade Koeppel, Tyler Peltier, Brook Peltier; one great-great grandson: Maxwell Wiliamson; four sisters-in-law: Liz Willis; Grace T. Brandl; Doris Brandl; Lucille Brandl; nieces and nephews: David Grulkowski; Sandra Grulkowski; Jane Mischneik; Larry Grulkowski; Kathy Grulkowski; Mark Grulkowski; Steven Grulkowski; Lisa Grulkowski; James Paulichek; special friend: Dory Gerard, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents: Robert J. and Mary Paulichek; her best friend and husband: Mark P. Brandel; one son-in-law: Donald Peltier; one sister: Florence Grulkowski; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 3613 Waldo Boulevard, Manitowoc. The Rev. Christopher Ross will officiate with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Tuesday from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service at 2:00 p.m. The Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory of Manitowoc assisted the family with funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Oct. 2, 2015
MARK F. BRANDEL Mark P. Brandel, age 90, of 2302 S. 11th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday afternoon, Jan, 29, 2002, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2, 2002 at the Pfeffer Fuenral Home, Manitowoc, and 10:30 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Camilius Janas O.F.M. with entombement to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Mark was born on Feb. 23, 1911, in Cato, son of the late George and Anna Braun Brandel. On Nov. 27, 1946, he married the former Grace Pavlichek in Manitowoc. Mark was employed at the Mirro Co. for 43 years retiring in 1976. He was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc Eagles Aerie #706, Izaak Walton League and Whitelaw Sportsman Club. Survivors include his wife; Grace Brandel, Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law: Dolores and Donald Peltier, Florida; four grandchildren: Kay Lynn Meitzen and her husband, Mark, Madison; Kathy Dedon, Florida; Jeffery Peltier and his wife, Cary, Manitowoc; and Susan Peltier, Whitelaw; nine great-grandchildren: Jodi, Kara, Abby, Maggie, Charlie, Tyler, Brook, Dohn and Jade; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Lambert and Lucille Brandl, Green Bay, Isadore and Marge Brandl, Manitowoc; four sisters nad a brother-in-law: Elinor Mrozinsky, Hilde and Clem Pokorski, Regina Williams and Liz Willis, all of Manitowoc. He is further survived by a sister-in-aw: Florence Grulkowski, Stevens Point; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by three brothers; George, Arnold and Harold; one sister and brother-in-law: Lucille and Arthur Eisenchink and five brothers-in-law: Hugh Williams, Leo Zimmer, Anton Mrozinsky, Herbert Willis and Len Grulkowski. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Friday, Feb. 1, 2002 from 4 to 8 p.m. where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. led by Sister Renee Delvaux. Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 31, 2002 ******** (BRANDEL Mark P. 2/23/1911 1/29/2002 Phase II Alc A SW Tier E Crypt 4)
ALFRED J. BRANDL Alfred J. Brandl, age 76, of 1928 S. Alverno Road, Manitowoc, died early Friday morning, August 12, 1994, at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 9:15 a.m. Monday, August 15, 1994, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Alverno. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Mike Flannary with burial to follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. He was born June 30, 1918, in the town of Cato, son of the late Charles and Sophie Vogel Brandl. He married the former Florence Lorenz on May 14, 1941 at St Joseph's Catholic Church, Alverno. The couple owned and operated a family farm for many years. He then continued his employment at Holy Family Convent from 1959 where he was employed until his retirement. Mr. Brandl also owned and operated a small engine shop. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Alverno, the Holy Name Society and the National Association of Power Engineers. Survivors include his wife, Florence Brandl, Manitowoc; two sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald and Ruth Ann Brandl, Maryland, Steven and Lisa Brandl, rural Valders; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Janet Rappel, Brillion, Mary Jane and James Lukes, rural Two Rivers, Yvonne and Mike Offie, Flroida; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; four brothers and two sisters-in-law, Edwin and Auralia Brandl, Manitowoc, Reinhardt Brandl, Manitowoc Rapids, Walter and Evelyn Brandl, Manitowoc, Kenneth Brandl, Manitowoc Rapids; three sisters and one brother-in-law, Hilda Schiesl, Ida heinzen, Flornece and Victor Siehr, all of Manitowoc. He is further survived by two sisters-in-law, Mabel Junk, Mary Lorenz, bother of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by five brothers-in-law, Joseph Miller, Victor Lorenz, Norbert Heinzen, Nic Schiesl and Marvin Junk, one son-in-law, Robert Rappel and two grandchildren, Michelle Clark and Alex Brandl. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Sunday where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. by Father Mike Flannary. Herald Times Reporter August 12, 1994 pg. A2 *Note: This obit was slightly edited as the actual newspaper print had the columns out of order. ******** (30 Jun 1918/12 Aug 1994/SSDI)
ARNOLD J.BRANDL Arnold J. (Arny) Brandl, dearly loved husband, father, grandfather and brother, was called to his eternal reward on Sunday, October 29, 1989. Arny, age 70, of 3005 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc, died at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. He will be remembered for his courage, hope and humor and for faith in his many friends. Funeral services will be 5 pm Wednesday at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Concelebrating the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Ronald Reimer, Rev. Richard Klingeisen and Rev. John Conrad. Entombment will follow at Calvary Chapel Mausoleum. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation at Pfeffer Funeral Home. Mr. Brandl was born September 17, 1919, at Cato, Wisconsin, son of the late George and Anna Braun Brandl. He attended St. Mary Catholic School, Clarks Mills. Mr. Brandl was a Veteran of World War II. He joined the Army Air Corps in January of 1942. He served 33 months overseas duty in England, Africa, Italy and Sicily. He married the former Grace Holschbach on November 3, 1945 at ST. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He had been employed at Mirro Aluminum Company Rolling Mill for 37 years, retiring in 1982. Mr. Brandl was an active member of St. Paul Catholic Church, member of St. Paul Athletic Association and also served as an usher. He had an active roll in The Foster Home Care program of Manitowoc County for many years. Since his retirement, he had been a loving and caring companion in the Respite Home Care Program. He was a 30 year member of Fraternal Order of Eagles. Arnie will be sadly missed by his wife, Grace; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Greg Brandl of Manitowoc, Phil and Marcia Brandl of Delavan, Wisconsin, Steve and Kara Brandl of Haslette, Michigan; two daughters and sons-in-law, Joy and Frank Bole of Littleton, Colorado, Janice and Al Brunner of Manitowoc; three brothers and four sisters-in-law, Mark and Grace A. Brandl of Manitowoc, Isadore and Margaret Brandl of Manitowoc, Margaret Brandl of Manitowoc, Lambert and Lucille Brandl of Green Bay, Doris Brandl of Cato, Wisconsin; five sisters and four brothers-in-law, Eleanor Mrozinski, Lucille and Arthur Eisenschink, Hildegarde and Clem Pokorski, Regina and Hugh Williams, Isabel and Hubert Willis, all of Manitowoc and seven dear grandchildren, Shane Brunner of University of Wisconsin-Madison, Corey and Melissas Brunner of Manitowoc, Nathan and Sarah Bole of Littleton, Colorado, Alison and Brad Brandl of Delavan, Wisconsin. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Harold and George Brandl, both of Cato, Wisconsin. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society or St. Paul Catholic Church. Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times – Mon., Oct. 30, 1989 – page B7 ******** (Sanctuary Of Love)
AURELLIA M. BRANDL Aurelia M. Brandl, age 92, a former Manitowoc resident, died Friday morning, April 9, 2004, at St. Francis Nursing Home, Fond du Lac. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 13, 2004, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Tom Wojciechowski O.F.M. with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Aurelia was born March 10, 1912, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Heinzen Miller. On June 15, 1932, she married Edwin Brandl at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Alverno. He preceded her in death on October 24, 1994. The couple owned and operated a farm in the Town of Newton for many years, retiring in 1981, when they moved to Manitowoc. She was a former member of St. Isadore Catholic Church, Osman and presently a member of St. Mary Catholic Church. Aurelia was also a member of the Pigeon Lake Garden Club and the Pine River Homemakers Club. Survivors include four sons and daughters-in-law: Jerome and Bernice Brandl, Pewaukee, Paul and Char Brandl, Elkhart Lake, Marvin and Jackie Brandl, Newton and Daniel and Carol Brandl, Manitowoc; two daughters and one son-in-law: Shirley Groeschl, Fond du Lac and Kathy and Richard Neumeyer, Rockford, Ill.; twenty one grandchildren and thirty great grandchildren. She is further survived by three brothers-in-law: Reinhardt Brandl, Walter Brandl, and his wife, Evelyn and Clarence Reindl; two sisters-in-law, Ida Heinzen and Florence Siehr, and her husband, Vic, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by an infant daughter: Mary Ann Brandl; a son-in-law: Les Groeschl; three brothers: Joseph, Wilfred and Arnold Miller and one sister: Marie Reindl. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, on Monday evening, April 12, 2004, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and also on Tuesday morning at St. Mary Catholic Church, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. The family wishes to extend a thank you to St. Francis Nursing Home, Fond du Lac and Whitetail Estates Assisted Living, Manitowoc. ******** (BRANDL Aurellia M. 3/10/1912 4/9/2004 Phase II Alc A SW Tier B Crypt 4/Sanctuary Of Hope)
EDWIN BRANDL Edwin Brandl, age 85, of 929 S. 31st St., Manitowoc, who resided at St. Mary's Home for the past four months died Monday, October 24, 1994, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, October 27, 1994, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Roman Zbieranski, O.F.M. with entombment to follow in the Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. He was born October 24, 1909, in the town of Cato, Manitowoc County, son of the late Charles and Sophie Vogel Brandl. He married the former Aurelia Miller on June 15, 1932, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Silver Lake. The couple owned and operated a farm in the town of Newton, Manitowoc County, and after retiring in 1981, the couple moved to Manitowoc. Mr. and Mrs. Brandl celebrated their Golden wedding anniversary in 1982. Survivors include his wife, Aurelia Brandl; four sons and daughters-in-law, Jerome and Bernice Brandl, Pewaukee, Wis., Paul and Char Brandl, Plymouth, Marvin and Jackie Brandl, Newton, Daniel and Carol Brandl, Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Shirley and Les Groeschl, Fond du Lac, Kathy and Richard Neumeyer, Rockford, Ill; two brother and sisters-in-law, Reinhard Brandl, Florence Brandl, Walter and Evelyn Brandl, all of Manitowoc; three sisters and one brother-in-law, Hilda Schiesl, Ida Heinzen, Florence and Vic Siehr, all of Manitowoc; 21 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by an infant daughter, Mary Ann Brandl, two brothers, Kenneth and Alfred Brandl, three brothers-in-law, Nick Schisel, Norbert Heinzen and Joseph Miller, one sister-in-law, Genevieve Brandl. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. by Deacon Robert Drobka. Manitowoc Herald Times October 25, 1994 pg. A2
FLORENCE BRANDL Florence L. Brandl, age 83, who resided with her daughter and son-in-law in Delray Beach, Fla., died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2004, at Delray Medical Center. She was born Jan. 14, 1921, in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of the late Herman and Julia Eslinger Lorenz. Florence was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, class of 1938. On May 14, 1941, she married Alfred Brandl at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Alverno. He preceded her in death Aug. 12, 1994. The couple owned and operated a family farm for many years. She was also employed at Holy Family Convent for 18 years. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law: Ronald and Ruth Ann Brandl, Earlville, Md.; Steven and Lisa Brandl, rural Reedsville; three daughters and a son-in-law: Janet Rappel, Brillion: Mary Jane Lukes, Manitowoc; Yvonne and Bill Babb, Delray Beach, Fla.; 17 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a sister: Mabel Junk, Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law: Ida Heinzen, Florence and Victor Siehr and two brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law: Reinhardt Brandl and Walter and Evelyn Brandl, all of Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by a son-in-law: Robert Rappel; three grandchildren: Randy, Michelle and Alex; a brother and sister-in-law: Victor and Mary Lorenz and by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Marvin Junk, Norbert Heinzen, Ed and Auralia Brandl, Kenneth and Lorraine Brandl, Geneva Brandl, Nick and Hilda Schiesl, and Joe Miller. The family will greet relatives and friends at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 23, 2004, until the time of service at 11 a.m. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 23, 2004, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Gerald Foley with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Florence enjoyed fishing, gardening, flea markets and cooking for family and friends. We would like to give special thanks to Yvonne and her family for the wonderful care and attention given our mother for the last four years while living with their family. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Tuesday, December 21, 2004 pg. 3 ******** Funeral services for Florence L. Brandl, age 83, who resided with her daughter and son-in-law in Delray Beach, Fla., who died Sunday, Dec. 19, 2004, at Delray Medical Center, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 23, 2004, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Gerald Foley with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Thursday until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Wednesday, December 22, 2004 pg. 3
GERALD F. BRANDL Gerald "Jerry" Brandl, age 89, a Manitowoc resident, passed away Sunday, October 22, 2017 at his residence. He was born June 11, 1928 in Antigo, Wisconsin, son of the late Anton and Margaret (Bonnell) Brandl. Jerry attended Manitowoc Lincoln High School, graduating with the class of 1946. He enlisted in the United States Army, serving from 1948 until 1954, he served in Finance and as a Medic at Guam Army Base, and also in Albuquerque and Germany. On June 28, 1958, Jerry married the former Margaret Singer at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on December 5, 2002. Jerry was employed with Hamilton Industries as a supervisor until his retirement in 1990. He was also an avid Chicago Cubs fan and enjoyed working in his flower and vegetable gardens and his gambling bus trips. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law: Geri (Dave) Hastreiter, Manitowoc; two grandchildren: Jessie (Justin) Kline and Jason Hastreiter and his fiancee (Betsy Hart); one sister: Margaret Evenson; one sister-in-law: Bonnie (George) Neumann; and one brother-in-law: Jerome (Delores) Singer. Other relatives and friends also survive. Jerry is preceded in death by three sisters: Germaine (Richard) Bauer, Virginia Brandl and Lorraine Brandl; his brother: James Brandl; a brother-in-law: Marlyn Evenson; and other relatives and friends. Cremation has occurred at the All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, and funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. TODAY: Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, 1114 South 21st Street, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. David Pleier. Jerry will be laid to rest at Calvary Mausoleum at a later date. The family will greet relatives and friends from 11:00 a.m. until 12:15 p.m. TODAY: Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, 1114 South 21st Street, Manitowoc. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, are assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter October 24, 2017
ISADORE NORBERT BRANDL Isadore Norbert Brandl, age 90, a resident of Kindred Hearts, Manitowoc, died Thursday, May 12, 2011 at Kindred Hearts. He was born on November 19, 1920, in Cato, Wisconsin, son of the late George and Anna (Braun) Brandl. Isadore attended St. Mary Catholic Parochial Grade School at Clarks Mills. He married the former Margaret Barbara Kopidlansky at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Maple Grove. She preceded him in death on November 2, 2007. Isadore was employed with the City of Manitowoc for over 29 years. After his retirement, he was employed for many years at St. Vincent DePaul as a truck driver and later as a store manager. Isadore also volunteered his time at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center and St. Vincent De Paul. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law: Mel & Neena Brandl, Madison; a daughter: Mary Kubsh, Mishicot; six grandchildren: Valerie (Patrick) Marking, DeForest, Joseph (Jesi) Brandl, Chatfield, Minnesota, John Anhalt, Manitowoc, James Anhalt, Manitowoc, Nathan Kubsh, Mishicot, Natalie Kubsh, Mishicot; a great granddaughter: Lily Marking; one sister: Liz Willis, Manitowoc; and four sisters-in-law: Grace A. Brandel, Manitowoc, Lucille Brandl, Green Bay, Grace T. Brandl & her special friend: Frank Bremser, Manitowoc, and Doris Brandl, Cato. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by a son: William N. Brandl; five brothers: George, Arnold, Harold, Mark & Lambert Brandl; and four sisters and five brothers-in-law: Lucille & Art Eisenschink, Eleanor & Anthony Mrozinski, Hildy & Clem Pokorski, Regina & Hugh Williams and Hubert Willis. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday, May 16, 2011. A Prayer Service will be held at 6:30 p.m. led by Deacon Alan Boeldt. Friends may also call Tuesday morning at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. The family would like to thank Kindred Hearts for the love and care given to our father. A special thank you to the Monica Geiger family for all their support. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter May 14, 2011 ******** (Mausoleum/Chapel)
JAMES H. BRANDL James H. Brandl, age 86, a resident of Laurel Grove, Manitowoc, died Sunday, May 15, 2011 at Laurel Grove. James was born on January 24, 1925 in Antigo, WI, son of the late Anton and Margaret (Bonnell) Brandl. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1942. James went to Sheepheads Bay, New York, to learn to be a merchant marine. He sailed for 40 years out of San Francisco and later retired in 1987. James lived in Reno, NV, but moved back to Manitowoc in June of 2010. Survivors include one brother: Jerry of Manitowoc, two sisters: Germaine Bauer, Manitowoc and Margaret (Marlyn) Evenson, Valders; numerous nieces, nephews, and three special friends: Mary and Eddie Olig, Valders and Angelo Landa, Reno, NV. He was also preceded in death by two sisters: Virginia and Lorraine; one brother: Howard; one brother-in-law: Richard Bauer; and one sister-in-law: Margaret Brandl. Private services were held and James will be laid to rest at Calvary Mausoleum at a later date. The Pfeffer Funeral Home and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter May 18, 2011
MARCELLA M. BRANDL Marcella M. (Marcie) Brandl, age 89, formerly of 1916 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died on Tuesday morning, Aug. 24, 2010, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc. She was born on Dec. 21, 1920, in town of Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of the late George and Rose (Schamberger) Popp. On Sept. 4, 1939, she married Robert B. Brandl at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. He preceded her in death on Dec. 16, 1994. Marcella was a member of the Rosary and Altar Society at the former St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. She enjoyed flowers, yard work, spending time with her children and grandchildren and bowling when she was younger. She will be greatly missed by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and all other relatives and friends that knew her. Survivors include eight children: Marjorie (Daniel) Kiel, Whitelaw, Marilyn (Roger) Kadow, Manitowoc, Marlene Brandl, Stevens Point, Ronald (Barbara) Brandl, Manitowoc, Marcia Forbes, Sun Prairie, Marie (Lance) Pickett, Canby, Oregon, Rodney Brandl, Whitelaw, Mary Beth Neumeyer, Sheboygan; 22 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; three great great-grandsons; two sisters-in-law: Ann Ebert, Manitowoc, Rita Brandel, Columbus, Ohio; and a brother-in-law: Jack Brandel, Columbus, Ohio. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by four grandchildren; two sisters: Elizabeth Sleger and Marian Lang; and two brothers: Raymond and Arnold Popp. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 27, 2010, at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dan Felton with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday. Friends may also call Friday morning at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc, from 10 to 10:45 a.m. The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staffs of Laurel Grove and Shady Lane for their compassionate care given to Marcella and her family. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter August 25, 2010 ******** (Mausoleum/Chapel)
MARGARET M. BRANDL (d. 2002) Margaret “Margie” Brandl, age 68, of 1402 S. 20th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday evening, Dec. 5, 2002, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center, Manitowoc. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 9, 2002, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Thomas Wojciechowski, O.F.M. with entombment of the cremated remains at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Margaret was born Oct. 31, 1934, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Anton and Julia Kaminski Singer. She graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the Class of 1952. On June 28, 1958, she married Gerald “Jerry” Brandl at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Margie was employed at the Mirro Aluminum Co. for many years, retiring in 1996. Survivors include her husband, Gerald Brandl, Manitowoc; daughter and son-in-law, Geralyn and David Hastreiter, Manitowoc; two grandchildren, Jessie Hastreiter and Jason Hastreiter; a brother and two sisters-in-law, Jerome and Delores Singer, Manitowoc, and Emily Singer, Manitowoc; a sister and two brothers-in-law, Bonnie and George Neumann, Waunakee, and Gene Lewis, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Lewis and a brother, Tony Singer. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Mary Catholic Church on Monday morning, Dec. 9, 2002 from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 10 a.m. The family extends a special thank you to Vickie Rathsack and the nurses and staff of the Manitowoc Health Care Center for the loving care Margie received. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the Brandl family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Saturday, December 7, 2002 pg. A3 ******** (BRANDL Margaret M. 10/31/1934 12/5/2002 Phase II Cor A SE Tier B Crypt 2/Sanctuary Of Hope)
MARGARET B. BRANDL (d. 2007) Margaret B. Brandl, age 88, of 718 S. 22nd St., Manitowoc, died early on Friday morning, Nov. 2, 2007, at St. Mary's at Felician Village, Manitowoc. She was born on May 28, 1919, in Cato, daughter of the late Albert and Mary (Radey) Kopidlansky. Margaret attended St. Patrick Parochial School in Maple Grove, and later obtained her G.E.D. On Sept. 5, 1944, she married Isadore Brandl at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Maple Grove. Margaret was a member of St. Paul Adoration Society, and a volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul for more than 25 years. She was also a member of the Daughters of Isabella, Catholic Women's Club, St. Paul Christian Mothers, and also served as president of the Third Order of Secular Carmelites. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She was preceded in death by a son: Bill Brandl; four sisters: Catherine, Anna, Monica and Mary; three brothers: Frank, Albert and Edward; a brother-in-law: Elmer Reindl; and two sisters-in-law: Pat Kopidlansky and Joan Kopidlansky. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2007, at St. Francis of Assisi, Marshall Site, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen, with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 5, 2007. A prayer service will beheld at 7:30 p.m. led by Deacon Alan Boeldt. Friends may also call on Tuesday morning, Nov. 6, 2007, at St. Francis of Assisi, Marshall Site, Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. The family wishes to thank everyone for their prayers and well wishes. We will miss our mother, but are happy for her, as she was looking forward to Everlasting Life. Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 3, 2007 ******** (Mausoleum/Chapel)
ROBERT B. BRANDL Robert R. Brandl, age 74, of 1916 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Friday evening, December 16, 1994, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, December 20, 1994, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. May's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Roman Zbieranski, O.F.M. with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. He was born August 17, 1920, in the town of Cato, Manitowoc County, son of the late Joseph and Mary Schriner Brandl. He was a graduate of Valders High School and then continued his education at Green Bay Business College earning degrees in Real Estate and Business Management, as well as completing numerous other short courses in related areas. Mr. Brandl began his career as a licensed real estate agent auctioneer and was owner operator of his own real estate auction company. Mr. Brandl was a certified real estate appraiser and taught numerous real estate courses locally. Mr. Brandl was a lifelong Democrat and began his political career where he was elected as Register of Deeds for Manitowoc County, taking office on January 7, 1963, and won 13 consecuctive terms in the office retiring December 30, 1988. During his career he served as President of the Wisconsin Register of Deeds Association from 1970-1971. He was a member of the Lesgislative Committee of the Association for 14 years. Mr. Brandl served on various other committees during his term. He was a member of the Board of Directors for the Denmark State Bank for 25 years. Survivors include his wife, Marcella Brandl, Manitowoc; his eight children and their spouses, Marjorie and Daniel Kiel, Whitelaw; Marilyn and Roger Kadow, Manitowoc, Marlene Brandl, Stevens Point, Ronald and Barbara Brandl, Manitowoc, Marcia Forbes, Sun Prairie, Marie and Lance Pickett, Canby, Oregon, Rodney and Robin Brandl, Manitowoc, Mary and Robert Gulseth, Manitowoc; 22 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; four brothers and three sisters in law, Leonard and Rita Brandel, Herbert and Arlene Brandel, Ottmar and Grace Brandel, all of Manitowoc, Jack Brandel, Ohio; four sisters, Elizabeth Augustine, Sheboygan, Sister Hermengild Brandl, Silver Lake, Agnes Mahlock, Manitowoc, Ann Ebert, Manitowoc. He is further survived by a brother-in-law, Paul Steeber, a sister-in-law, Margaret Gries, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by four brothers, Joseph, Charles, Bernard and Victor, four sisters, Sophie Brandel, Veronica Reiderer, Rose Budnar and Beatrice Steeber. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. this Monday (TODAY) where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. by Father Roman. Herald Times Reporter, December 19 , 1994 P. A2
WILLIAM N. BRANDL Mr. William N. Brandl, 40, of 178 S. 22nd St., Manitowoc, died Monday, September 12, 1988. Funeral services will be 930 a.m. Thursday a Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Ronald Reimer will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and entombment will be in Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Mr. Brandl was born March 4, 1948, at Manitowoc, son of Isadore and Margaret Kopidlansky Brandl. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1966 and also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in 1970 from The University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. Mr. Brandl was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, Clarks Mills. Mr. Brandl was born March 4, 1948, at Manitowoc, son of Isadore and Margaret Kopidlansky Brandl. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1866 and also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in 1970 from The University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. Mr. Brandl was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church. Survivors include his parents, Isadore and Margaret Brandl of Manitowoc; a brother, Melvin J. Brandl of Madison; a sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Jeffrey Anhalt of Burlington, Wisconsin; a niece and a nephew. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, St. Paul Adoration Society wil meet at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday afternoon. A prayer service by Father Richard Klingseisen will be at 730 p.m. Wednesday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 13, 1988 P. 14 ******** (BRANDL William N. 3/4/1948 9/12/1988 Phase II Cor C NE Tier F Crypt 6/Sanctuary Of Hope)
CAROLINE C. BRANDT Mrs. Caroline Brandt Victim of Stroke while Here for Visit… Dies While Visiting Here Mrs. Caroline Brandt, who has been visiting with Mrs. H. Braxmeier for the last few months, passed away at the Holy Family hospital last evening after a short illness, following a stroke which she suffered Monday. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning from the St. Boniface church with burial at Calvary. Mrs. Brandt was born in 1870 in Germany and came to this country at the age of three, coming directly to this county. She was married to Philip Hesser in 1874 and one son was born to the couple, Joseph Hesser of Brillion, who with six grandchildren and six great grandchildren survive to morn (sic) her death. Mr. Heser died in 1896 and after several years she married Ferdinand Brandt who preceded her in death a year ago. Mrs. Brandt left this city about twenty years ago and has been living at Shawano for some time before coming to this city this fall. Manitowoc Herald News, March 17, 1926 P. 1
DOROTHY P. BRANDT Dorothy P. Brandt, age 85, of 1407 N. 7 St., Manitowoc, died on Sunday afternoon, July 25, 2010, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc. She was born on June 28, 1925, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and Matilda (Burry) Wier. Dorothy attended St. Mary's Catholic Grade School and graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1942. On June 10, 1944, she married Norman R. Brandt at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc, a marriage that was enjoyed for 60 years. Norman preceded her in death on Oct. 14, 2004. After high school graduation, during World War II years, she worked at Mirro Aluminum and Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company. When their daughters were of school age she was involved in their school activities and the Girl Scouts Manitou Council. She was also an avid bowler and participated in many county, state and national bowling tournaments. In 1958, she started working at the Cashman & Savage Law Offices and was there for 12 years. She was a charter member of the Manitowoc County Legal Secretaries Association and served two years as its first president. In 1970, she was appointed Manitowoc County Register in Probate by Judge Leon H. Jones. During her 16 years in that capacity, she also served as the Probate Registrar and was the county's first Probate Court Commissioner. Dorothy retired from that position in 1986. She was a life member of the Wisconsin Registers in Probate Association, a 60 year member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post No. 88, the Manitowoc Senior Center and St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Survivors include her two daughters and a son-in- law: JoAnne Kronberg, Clemmons, N.C., Mary G. and Michael Maples, Manitowoc; her five grandchildren: Edward Brandt and Joanna Kronberg, Columbia, S.C., Christopher J. Kronberg, Clemmons, N.C., Kristin Maples-Lamers and Rich Lamers, Julie Marie Maples, Jeffrey Maples, all of Manitowoc; and two grandchildren: Madison Julie Lamers and Megan Mary Lamers. She is also survived by a brother and sister-in-law: Alvin and Lois Wier, Manitowoc, and many dear nieces and nephews, along with other relatives and friends survive. Dorothy was also preceded in death by her sisters and brothers-in- law: Ruth and John Nuhs, Florence and Al Geigel, Grace and Norman Robinson; two brothers and a sister-in-law: Chester J. Wier and Marvin and Eunice Wier; and special nieces: Jane Christoffel, Beverly Voland and Judith Krainik. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 28, 2010, at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Thomas Wojciechowski O.F.M. with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 28, 2010 until 10:45 a.m. The family would like to thank the staff at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Bellin Hospital, Green Bay and Shady Lane Nursing Care Center for the loving care given to Dorothy. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter July 27, 2010 ******** (Mausoleum/Sanctuary Of Love)
ERNA KANERA BRANDT Erna L. Kanera Brandt, age 86, a resident of North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, died Wednesday morning, March 5, 1997, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 8, 1997, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Brian Beardsley with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The former Erna Vogt was born May 26, 1910, in Newtonburg, daughter of the late Henry and Bertha Selle Vogt. She married Daniel F. Kanera on October 16, 1940, in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death January 11, 1983. She then married Victor Brandt February 14, 1987, at Zion Lutheran Church, Wayside. Survivors include her husband, Victor, Manitowoc; a son, Daniel Kanera, Two Rivers; a daughter, Sister Darlene Kanera, Milwaukee; three grandchildren, Daniel (Jodi) Kanera, Minnesota, David Kanera, Milwaukee, Kelle Kanera, Manitowoc; three great-grandchildren, Kelsi, Kayla and Karissa Kanera; one brother and sister-in-law, Elmer and Dorothy Vogt, Newton; one sister and brother-in-law, Frieda and Howard Nack, Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law, Gertrude Vogt, Lila Vogt, both of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Daniel F. Kanera, and two brothers, Norbert Vogt and Arland Vogt. The family will receive relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 9 a.m. Saturday until the time of service at 10 a.m. There will be no Friday evening visitation. Herald Times Reporter, March 6, 1997 P. A2
FRED P. BRANDT Frederick P. Brandt, age 67, a resident of Manitou Manor in Manitowoc, died Monday, July 3, 1995, at his residence. A Memorial Service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, July 7, 1995, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. William Zimmer. He was born July 1, 1928, in Manitowoc, son of the late Perc F. and Antoinette Bishop Brandt. Mr. Brandt was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1946. After serving with the United States Navy Mr. Brant attended the University of Wisconsin Madison. He married the former Mary Reitmeyer June 18, 1955, in Manitowoc. Mr. Brandt was a licensed Architect who was instrumental in the design of the Manitowoc Public Library, Park Lawn Home, the Lighthouse Inn, University of Wisconsin Center-Manitowoc County, and many homes in the community. He was a longtime member of the Masquers and one of the founders of Heart-A-Rama. Survivors include Mary Brandt, Manitowoc; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Sara and Casey Brennan, Gilbert, Ariz., Julie and John Schmoock, St. Paul, Minn., Ann Brandt, Maple Shade, N.J.; four grandchildren, Michael Warren, Adam and Adrienne Brennan, Alison Schmoock; one brother and sister-in-law, David and JoAnn Brandt, Milwaukee; one sister and brother-in-law, Ruth and John Schmeichel, Kewauskum, Wis. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home 6 p.m. Friday until the time of service at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, July 6, 1995 P. A2 ******** (Fredric Brandt/1 Jul 1928/3 Jul 1995/SSDI)
GEORGE A. BRANDT George A. Brandt, age 83, of 2236 S. 11th St., Manitowoc, died late Friday evening, March 31, 2006, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc. George was born on Dec. 16, 1922, in Manitowoc, son of the late Otto and Irma (Ruthsmandorfer) Brandt. He was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1941. George was a member of the U.S. Army-Air Force during World War II as a ball turret gunner on a B-17, completing 28 missions over Germany. George also served stateside during the Korean conflict. On Sept. 25, 1954, he married the former Carol Stechmesser at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Manitowoc. He was employed with the Manitowoc Public School District until his retirement in 1986. George was a 61-year member of the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post 88, and a 60-year member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Aerie 706. He was also a Life Member of the 305th Bombardment Group (H) Memorial Association. George also enjoyed several years as a performer with the Billy Schultz Indoor Circus during the late 1930s and the early 1940s. Survivors include his wife: Carol, of Manitowoc; two brothers and one sister-in-law: Gilbert Brandt of Manitowoc, Kenneth and Karyl Brandt of Jackson, Ohio; two sisters: Ethel Spevacek and Marion Diedrich, both of Manitowoc; one brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law: Allen and Teri Stechmesser of Arizona and Dorothy Brandt of Manitowoc; a special niece: Beverly Brandt of Manitowoc; special adopted niece: Josie Block; special friends and neighbors: Ken Benfield, Don Kautzer, Jerry Brandl, all of Manitowoc; Douglas and Bev Aretz, Connecticut; special 305th bomb group friends: Patsy Faye Metzler, Texas; Bob Brown, California; Harley and Eileen Pratt, Oregon; Dale and Ann Reckley, Florida. He is further survived by other relatives and many friends. George was also preceded in death by one brother: Norman Brandt; his father-in-law and stepmother-in-law: Herbert and Nettie Stechmesser; his mother-in-law: Jenny Stechmesser; one sister-in-law: Jean Brandt; two brothers-in-law: Clifford Spevacek and Robert Diedrich; two brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Herbert and Josephine Stechmesser and Chester and Marcille Stechmesser. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4, at the Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Deacon Phil Andrastek, with entombment to follow. Full military rites will be accorded by the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post 88. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Calvary Mausoleum Chapel on Tuesday, April 4, from 11 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. The family wishes to express their appreciation to Dr. Barylak, his wonderful staff, the Radiation and Oncology staff at the Vince Lombardi Cancer Center, and the staffs of Northridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center and Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Wisconsin Council of the Blind. The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center in Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter March 2006 ******** (BRANDT George A. 12/16/1922 3/31/2006 Phase III Alc B Tier A Crypt 39/Sanctuary Of Love)
GILBERT F. BRANDT Gilbert F. Brandt, age 98, a Manitowoc resident, went home to the Lord on Friday, December 28, 2012 at Harmony West of Manitowoc. He was born on June 25, 1914 in Manitowoc, son of the late Otto and Irma (Ruthmansdorfer) Brandt. Gil was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1932. Following graduation he was a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps. Gil then joined the U. S. Army and attained the rank of Staff Sgt. He served in the European Theater during WWII and was a Purple Heart recipient. On November 14, 1942 he married Jean Arnold in Gilroy, CA. She preceded him in death on January 11, 1991. Gil was employed as a Postal Clerk with the United States Postal Service for 32 years retiring in 1977. He loved gardening and had many raspberries planted in the yard. Gil was also interested in photography and built his own dark room as well as some of his equipment. Woodworking was also a hobby of Gil's. Gil was an active volunteer at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center retiring from the mail room in May of 2012. He was also a member of Friends of the Library, Disabled American Veterans and the American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88. Survivors include one daughter: Beverly Brandt, Manitowoc; his 'second daughter':Josie Block, Manitowoc; one brother and two sisters-in-law: Kenneth and Karyl Brandt, Jackson, OH, Carol Brandt, Manitowoc; one sister: Marian Diedrich, Manitowoc and a dear friend Sr. Rose. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was further preceded in death by two brothers and a sister-in-law: Norman and Dorothy Brandt and George Brandt; and one sister and brother-in-law: Ethel and Cliff Spevacek. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen, with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, military rites will be accorded by the American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88. The family will greet relatives and friends from 9:00 A.M. until 10:45 A.M. at Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Pfeffer Funeral Home and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Harmony West, Dr. Theobald, Dr. Maatman and Southern Care Hospice for their care and compassion shown towards Gil and his family. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter December 30, 2012 ******** (Mausoleum/Chapel/Patio)
IRMA BRANDT Mrs. Irma Brandt, 81, of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, died Friday at the home. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Msgr. Alfred A. Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Brandt, nee Irma Ruthmansdorfer, was born July 3, 1889, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Roman and Katherine Wachtel Ruthmansdorfer. She was married to Otto Brandt July 3, 1913, at Two Rivers. Her husband preceded her in death Feb. 22, 1931. Survivors include four sons, Gilbert, Norman and George, of Manitowoc and Kenneth, of Alpena, Mich.; two daughters, Mrs. Clifford (Ethel) Spevacek and Mrs. Robert (Marian) Diedrich, of Manitowoc; a brother, Roman, of Two Rivers; 11 grandchildren and a great grandson. Two brothers and a sister preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday where memorial services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 24, 1971 ******** (b. 3 Jul 1889/d. Apr 1971/SSDI)
JEAN A. BRANDT Jean A. Brandt, 74, of 1031 S. 20th St., Manitowoc, went to her eternal reward on Friday evening, January 11, 1991, at the residence. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Presiding the Mass of Christian Burial wil be Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum. She was born February 4, 1916, in Whitefish, Montana, daughter of the late Elmer and Leomay Maclence Arnold. She married Gilbert F. Brandt November 14, 1942, in Gilroy, California. She was a graduate of the Manitowoc Lincoln High School Class of 1934 and was active with the Manitowoc Girl Scouts for 35 years. She was a member of the Friends of the Manitowoc Public Library and the St. Mary’s Rosary and Altar Society. She was also a member of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary of Manitowoc. Survivors include her husband, Gilbert Brandt of Manitowoc; a daughter, Beverly Brandt of Manitowoc; three brothers-in-law and wives, Norman and Dorothy Brandt of Manitowoc, George and Carol Brandt of Manitowoc, Kenneth and Karyl Brandt of Jackson, Ohio; two sisters-in-law and husbands, Ethel and Clifford Spevacek of Manitowoc, Marion and Robert Diedrich of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, where a rosary service will be held at 5 p.m. by St. Mary’s Rosary and Altar Society and a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. by Rev. Roman Zbieranski. Herald Times Reporter, January 13, 1992 P. B5
JULIA A. BRANDT Mrs. Wilbur Brandt, 61, of 6226 N. 91st St., Milwaukee, died Sunday at home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dale Tutje will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Brandt, nee Julia A. Panosh, was born Dec. 14, 1909, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Anton and Anna Holub Panosh. She had been employed by the Wisconsin Telephone Company. She was married to Wilbur Brandt June 15, 1931, at Manitowoc. The couple resided at Manitowoc until 1944 when it moved to Milwaukee. Survivors include her husband; two sons (Survivors omitted for privacy.); a brother, Wenzel, of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Clarence Fuszard, of Goodman, Wis., and three grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Wednesday until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 19, 1971 ******** YOUNG COUPLE STEAL MARCH ON FRIENDS, WED Stealing a march on friends, Miss Julia Panosh, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Panosh, became the bride of Wilbur Brandt, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Brandt, at a ceremony performed at Waukegan yesterday afternoon. The [parents of both the young people were informed of their plans to be married in the Illinois city, but the announcement comes as a surprise to the many friends of the couple. Long distance telephone messages received by the bride's parents last night told of the marriage yesterday. While all the plans of the young couple were not known, the parents were informed that the couple would spend a week in Chicago, arriving home some time during the weekend. After their return, they will be at home to friends in this city. Prior to her marriage to Mr. Bandt, the bride was employed by the Wisconsin Telephone company. Manitowoc Herald Times Tuesday, June 16, 1931 pg. 8
MARY BRANDT Mary R. Brandt, age 75, of 710 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died on Wednesday afternoon, July 11, 2007, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. She was born on May 3, 1932, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Charles and Teresa (Smugler) Reitmeyer. Mary was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, class of 1950. On June 18, 1955, she married Fred P. Brandt in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on July 3, 1995. Mary was employed as a fiscal manager with the Health and Human Services Department for many years until her retirement in 1996. Survivors include three daughters and two sons-in-law: Sara Brandt and her fiancé, Terry Curtin, gold Canyon, Ariz.; Julie and John Schmoock, Stillwater, Minn.; Ann Brandt and Richard Lattimer, New Jersey; four grandchildren: Michael (Jen) Warren, Tennessee; Adam (Kirsten) Brennan, Arizona; Adrienne (Bruce) Giles, Arizona; Alison Schmoock, Minnesota; one great-grandson: Ethan Warren, Tennessee; one brother and two sisters-in-law: James and Geraldine Reitmeyer, New Jersey, and Ruth (John) Schmeichel, Kewauskum. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by a brother: Charles; one brother- in-law: David Brandt; one sister-in-law: Joann Brandt; and her pet granddog: Sam. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 14, 2007, at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc. Officiating at the memorial service will be the Rev. Gerald Foley. Mary will be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc, following cremation. Friends may call at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 14, 2007, until the time of the memorial service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to Florentine Opera, St. Vincent DePaul, Salvation Army or Community Service Fund at HSD. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Friday, July 13, 2007 pg. A3
NORMAN R. BRANDT Norman R. Brandt, age 87, of 1407 N. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning, Oct. 14, 2004, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. He was born March 6, 1917, in Manitowoc, son of the late Otto and Irma Ruthmansdorfer Brandt. Norman attended St. Boniface School and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1935. On June 10, 1944, he married the former Dorothy Wier at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The couple enjoyed 60 years of marriage. Norman enlisted in the Air Force on Jan. 2, 1942. After completing basic training, he was sent to Florida and was there attached to a B-24 Liberator Bombing Squadron of the 9th Air Force, which was destined for combat in the Mediterranean, being based in Africa. He had completed 320 hours of combat as a tail gunner, bombing the Ploesti oil fields and ports in Greece and Italy. He was credited with saving the life of Edward P. Kennedy, an associated press newsman who had accompanied Norm's crew on a bombing mission. Norman was awarded the Air Medal and the Distinguished Flying Cross. After suffering injuries to his back and eyes he was hospitalized in Cairo, Egypt, and then transferred to a hospital in South Carolina. While recuperating, he spent some time representing the Air Force on public speaking engagements throughout the Midwest on the Third War Bond Drive, encouraging people to buy war bonds. After receiving his discharge in October 1943, he became actively involved in veterans affairs and was elected the first World War II commander of American Legion Drews-Bleser Post #88 of Manitowoc. He was also a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #659, the Disabled American Veterans, life member of the Past Commanders Club of Wisconsin, Manitowoc Senior Center and St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Norman worked at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company and then the Aluminum Specialty Company for more than 30 years, retiring in 1979. Being very active in community affairs, Norman served as a deputy sheriff, as an Assistant Parade Marshall and was trained to set off the annual fireworks displays in Manitowoc and Two Rivers. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing for muskies and camping at his trailer in Wild Rose. He bowled with the American Legion teams and also did carpentry and woodworking projects. Survivors include his wife: Dorothy Brandt, Manitowoc; two daughters and a son-in-law: Jo Anne Kronberg, Clemmons, N.C.; Mary and Michael Maples, Manitowoc; five grandchildren: Edward Brandt Kronberg, Columbia, S.C.; Christopher J. Kronberg, Clemmons, N.C.; Kristin Maples-Lamers and Richard Lamers, Manitowoc; Julie Maples, Manitowoc; Jeff Maples, Madison; three brothers and sisters-in-law: Gilbert Brandt, Manitowoc; George and Carol Brandt, Manitowoc; Ken and Karyl Brandt, Jackson, Ohio; two sisters: Ethel Spevacek and Marion Diedrich, both of Manitowoc; and a brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law through marriage: Al and Lois Wier, Manitowoc; and Florence Geigel, Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was also preceded in death by a sister-in-law: Jean Brandt; and two brothers-in-law: Cliff Spevacek and Bob Diedrich. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 18, 2004, at The Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Thomas Wojciechowski O.F.M. with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Graveside military rites will be accorded by American Legion Drews-Bleser Post #88. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 17, 2004, where a prayer service will conclude the visitation at 7 p.m. led by Deacon Robert Drobka. Memorials may be given to the Manitowoc County Miracles Special Olympics or the American Cancer Society. A special thank you to Dr. Lynn Baatz and the entire staff of Holy Family Memorial Cancer Center and to Dr. John M. Stern and Sharon Glandt, A.N.P. of Lakeshore Urology for their tender care of Norman this past year. Herald Times Reporter October 2004 ************** Norman R. Brandt, age 87, of 1407 N. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died early Thursday morning, Oct. 14, 2004 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Complete funeral arrangements will be announced later by The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. Herald Times Reporter October 2004 ******** (BRANDT Norman R. 3/6/1917 10/14/2004 Phase III Cor B Tier D Crypt 30/Sanctuary Of Love)
OTTO BRANDT INFECTION IS DEATH CAUSE TO OTTO BRANDT, 41 Infection which set in in his arm from the breaking of his skin when he bumped his elbow while at work was believed responsible today for the death of Otto Brandt, 41, who died at the hospital here yesterday afternoon. He had been a patient at the hospital since last Thursday morning and had been ill but a short time prior to that time. It was said that he injured his elbow last Monday but continued at his work as foreman of the Manitowoc Products company as the apparent minor scratches did not cause him any concern. On Wednesday night he complained of feeling ill and the following day he was taken to the hospital but the infection was too well underway to permit the saving of his life. Born in Forestville on September 5, 1889, he came to Manitowoc about 20 years ago and was employed for some time at the Schreihart company here. He later was employed at the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company plant, taking his present post about five years ago. On July 8, 1913, he married Miss Irma Ruthmansdorfer of Two Rivers who with seven children, Ethel, Marion, Gilbert, Norman, George and Roman, all at home (sic-only six named); three brothers, Fred, Joseph and John, all of Sawyer and four sisters, Misses Sophie, Martha, Anna and Louise, all of Sawyer, survive him. Funeral services will be held from the St. Boniface church at 9 o’clock Wednesday morning with Father Kersten officiating. Burial will take place at Calvary cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, February 23, 1931 P. 14
WILBUR C. BRANDT Wilbur C. Brandt, 75, a former Manitowoc resident, died Thursday, March 25, at Mount Carmel Nursing Home, Milwaukee. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Arthur H. Wille will officiate with cremation to follow and burial will be Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Brandt was born Oct. 31, 1906, at Manitowoc, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Brandt. He was educated at Manitowoc. He married Julia A. Panosh June 15, 1931, at Waukegan, Ill. Mr. Brandt was employed by Brandt Printing and Bindery Company and Manitowoc Shipbuilding until 1944, when the couple moved to Milwaukee. Mrs. Brandt preceded him in death April 18, 1971. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, William A. and Pat Brandt, and David M. and Alyce Brandt of Milwaukee; eight grandchildren, Christine, Denise and Tony Brandt, Mrs. James (Gail) Thomm, Mrs. Jeffrey (Jennifer) Schiller, Jill and Grant Johnson, and William D. Brandt; and two great grandchildren, Justine and Nicole Thomm. He was preceded in death by a brother and four sisters. He was preceded in death by a brother and four sisters. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of services. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Friday, March 26, 1982
DAVID J. BRAULT David J. Brault, age 61, of 3123 S. 19th St., Manitowoc, died late Saturday evening, February 15, 1997, after a courageous battle with diabetes at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 8 p.m. Tuesday, February 18, 1997, at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. Rev. Robert Meyer will officiate with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. He was born July 23, 1935, in Two Rivers, son of the late Napolean and Ethel Hansel Brault and his late step-father, Joel Sorenson. He attended Lincoln High School graduating with the class of 1954. He then entered the United States Army being stationed in Alaska. After his honorable discharge from the Army, David returned to Manitowoc where he became employed with Manitowoc Engineering for 18 years and the past 17 years he was employed as an experimental technician for the Manitowoc Company. He married Jane Klusmeyer January 28, 1957, at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. He was a member of the Machinist Union Local #516 and the Manitowoc Sea Gull Club. David was an avid fisherman and hunter for many years and also enjoyed playing softball in past years for Wally's. Survivors include his wife, Jane; one son, Todd Brault and his fiancée, Bridette Jensen, Manitowoc; three daughters and sons-in-law, Vici and Jack Geerdts, Manitowoc, Sharon and Dennis Niccum, La Crosse, Sandy and Tom Scheurell, Manitowoc; seven grandchildren, Melissa and Heather Geerdts, Hanna, Sara amnd Daniel Niccum, Brandon and Trevor Brauilt; one brother, Daniel Brault, Manitowoc; one sister, Donna TeNor, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends and also his faithful companion, his German Shepherd, Sadie, and his daughter's dog, Bruno. He was preceded in death by one brother-in-law and one sister-in-law. Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Tuesday from 4 p.m. until the time of service at 8 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, February 17, 1997 P. A2 ******** (BRAULT David J. 7/23/1935 2/15/1997 Phase III Alc B Tier D Crypt 308/Sanctuary Of Love)
JANE A. BRAULT Jane A. Brault, age 80, a Manitowoc resident, entered eternal life on Sunday evening, February 5, 2017 at Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers. Jane was born on August 30, 1936 in Manitowoc. She was the daughter of the late Ervin and Ethel Rieboldt Klusmeyer. Jane was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the class of 1954. She continued her education for the next two years at Manitowoc County Normal. Jane was employed as a teacher and teacher's assistant for many years at Benjamin Franklin Elementary School in Manitowoc. On January 26, 1957 she married David J. Brault at First German Ev. Lutheran Church in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on February 15, 1997. Jane enjoyed growing flowers in her garden. She also enjoyed mentoring her grandchildren with her education background. She is survived by one son: Todd Brault, Manitowoc; three daughters: Vicki (Jack) Geerdts, Manitowoc; Sharon (Dennis) Niccum, Holmen; Sandy (Tom) Scheurell, Manitowoc; eight grandchildren: Melissa, Heather, Hanna, Sara, Daniel, Brandon, Trevor, and Jordan; four great grandchildren: Kendra, Jacob, Aliyia, and Sophia; one sister: Barbara (Richard) Laurent, Two Rivers; nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents: Ervin and Ethel Klusmeyer; husband: David; one brother and sister-in-law: John and Janice Klusmeyer; brother-in-law: Robert Schwahert. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m.on Thursday, February 9, 2017 at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. Officiating will be Rev. Judine Duerwaechter . Entombment will take place at Calvary Mausoleum in Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. Online condolences may be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter February 7, 2017 ******** (Mausoleum/Sanctuary Of Love)
ADOLPH BRAUN From Der Nord Westen, 22 Jan. 1891: Death last week of the 3-mo. old child of Theodor Braun, a resident of Manitowoc’s Northside. The child was buried last week, Wed. in the Catholic Cemetery.
CAROLYN T. BRAUN Carlie Braun, age 63, of 3321 Chasm Lane, Manitowoc, died Wednesday, January 13, 1993, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, January 16, 1993, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. Daniel Felton will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial with entombment at Calvary Chapel Mausoleum. She was born May 23, 1929, at Genoa, Wis., daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret Guentner Malin. She is a graduate of Aquinas High School, LaCrosse. She was employed as a legal secretary in Manitowoc. She was married to Robert J. Braun, January 20, 1962 at St. Charles Catholic Church, Genoa, Wis. She is a member of Holy Innocents Parish, past president of the Home and School Association, member and past president of PEO Sisterhood, and Branch River Country Club. Carlie was an avid golfer and enjoyed needlepoint. Survivors include her husband, Robert; one son and daughter in law, Paul and Dana Braun, Manitowoc; four daughters and two sons in law, Jule and Frank Winski, Atlanta, Ga., Amy and Joe Gold, Chicago, Ill., Grace Braun and Mara Braun, both of Manitowoc; two grandchildren, Benjamin John Braun and Carly Ann Braun; one brother and sister in law; Gerard J. and Katherine Malin, Genoa, Wis.; two sisters and one brother in law, Mary Margaret and James Arenz, Dubuque, Iowa, Ann Jeanette Malin, LaCrosse; one sister in law: Betty Malin, LaCrosse, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her brother James Malin. Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday and at Church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the hour of service. A prayer service will be held Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. led by Deacon Paul Kiefer. Memorials to Roncalli High School would be appreciated. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter January 1993 ******** (BRAUN Carolyn T. 5/23/1929 1/13/1993 Phase V Cor 109 Tier D Crypt 110/Sanctuary Of Faith)
CLARA BRAUN Mrs. Clara Braun, 84, widow of Theodore Braun, died today at her home at 813 North 15th street. She had been making her home with her son, William. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and at 9 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic church, the Rev. E. A. Radey officiating. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. Mrs. Braun, nee Holsen, was born in Manitowoc Rapids in 1865 and had lived in Manitowoc since her marriage 60 years ago. Her husband died in 1931. Survivors are three sons, Oscar of Louisville, Ky., Richard of Port Arthur, Texas, and William of Manitowoc; brother, Joseph Holsen of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 p.m. Monday until time of services. The rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Monday Manitowoc Herald Times, February 18, 1950 P. 2
CLEMENS A. BRAUN Clemens A. Braun, age 79, formerly of 1011 Flambeau Street , Manitowoc, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. Clemens was born on May 13, 1933, in Manitowoc, son of the late John and Laura (Grall) Braun. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1951. Clemens served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married the former Marianne E. Lesperance on May 4, 1957 in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on October 4, 2007. He was employed by Bahr Construction for 23 years and the City of Manitowoc for 20 years until his retirement. Clemens was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Operating Engineers Local #139 and the Teamsters Union. Survivors include six children and their spouses and thirteen grandchildren: Lynn (Butch) Drumm of Manitowoc and their sons: Josh Drumm and his fiancée, Kayla, Ryan(Ashley) Drumm, and Kyle Drumm; Jerry (Shelly) Braun of Manitowoc and their children: Erika and Austin; Sue (Ted) Torrison of Cato and their children: Ashley and Jordan; Ronald (Christine) Braun of Manitowoc and their children: Chantel (Richie) Cater and Ceira; Bob (Laurie) Braun of Manitowoc and their children: Lainey and Garrett; Kevin (Barb) Braunof Manitowoc and their children: Brandon and Jessica; great grandchild: Reese Drumm; two brothers and one sister-in-law: Eugene Braun, Manitowoc; Jerome (Darlene) Braun, Manitowoc; three brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law: Allan Lesperance, Pewaukee; Dona (Max) Nisleit, Crivitz; Dick (Nancy) Rank, New Berlin. Nieces, nephews other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife: Marianne Braun; one brother and three sisters-in-law: Harold (Katie) Braun; Dorothy Braun; Barbara Rank. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 30, 2012, at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 1416 Grand Avenue, Manitowoc. Rev. William Van Dynhoven will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial. Military graveside services will be accorded by the VFW Otto Oas Post #659. Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State Street, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Sunday and again on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11:00 a.m. There will be a parish wake service on Sunday at the funeral home at 6:30 p.m. led by Deacon Al Boeldt. Online condolences may be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com Clemens family would like to thank Dr. Barylak and his nurses and the staffs of Laurel Grove and Shady Lane Nursing Care Center for the loving and compassionate care given to their father.
HAROLD J. BRAUN Harold J. Braun, age 74, of 909 Dewey St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, June 27, 2000, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 1, 2000, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Concelebrating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev.’s. Camillus Janas O.F.M. and John Gallagher, with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. He was born March 6, 1926, at Brillion, son of the late John and Laura Grall Braun. Harold attended St. Boniface and st. Andrew Parochial Grade School, then graduating from Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1944. On May 18, 1946, he married the former Kathleen Hastreiter at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Harold was employed with Bahr Construction Co., Pauly Cheese Co., Spindler Co. and R & J Fricke, where he retired as a dispatcher and batchman in 1990. He was a member of Local Teamsters Union #719 since he was 19 years old. Survivors include his wife, Kathleen, of 54 years, Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Judie and Chuck Tadych, Jeanne and Ken Schipper, all of Manitowoc; six grandchildren, Robert (Stephanie) Schipper, Derek (Tara) Schipper, Heather Schipper and special friend, Joshua Andrew, Tracy (Chris) Bandt, Troy Tadych and his fiancée, Melody Kulke, and Todd Tadych; four great grandchildren, Braedon Bandt, Brady, Bryce and Addison Schipper. Also surviving are three brothers and sisters-in-law, Eugene and Dorothy Braun, Clem and Marianne Braun, Jerome and Darlene Braun, all of Manitowoc; a brother-in-law, Roger Hastreiter and his wife Carole, Manitowoc; a sister-in-law, LaVerne Hastreiter Weiss Harrell, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Joe and Clara Hastreiter; an infant sister, Mary Braun, an infant granddaughter, Torrie Kathleen Tadych and two brothers-in-law. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5-8 p.m. Friday, where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. by Rev. John Gallagher. The family would like to thank the 3rd floor, CCU staff, and the Pastoral Care Department of Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Harold enjoyed going to Florida in March every year. He also enjoyed going “up to North” in summer. He loved and was very proud of his six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Herald Times Reporter, June 29, 2000 P. A2 ******** (6 Mar 1926/27 Jun 2000/SSDI)
JOHN P. BRAUN John P. Braun, 87, of 856 Summit Street, Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening, April 8. Funeral services will be 9:15 am at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. James Stamborski with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Braun was born August 11, 1896 at Brillion, Wisconsin, son of the late Anton and Mary Klabatsch Braun. He married the former Laura T. Grall on October 15, 1924 at St. Michael Catholic Church, Whitelaw. The couple resided in Brillion and then moved to Manitowoc, where prior to his retirement in 1963, Mr. Braun had been employed as a foreman at C. Reis Coal Company. Survivors include his wife, Laura T.; four sons and daughters-in-law, Harold and Kathleen Braun, Eugene and Dorothy Braun, Clemens and Marianne Braun and Jerome and Darlene Braun, all of Manitowoc; 14 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews also survived. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, an infant great granddaughter, two brothers and three sisters. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 pm to 9 pm Thursday afternoon. A prayer service will be held at 7 pm by Father Stamborski. Manitowoc Herald Times - Wed., April 9, 1986 - page 19 ******** (11 Aug 1898/Apr 1986/SSDI)
KATHLEEN BRAUN Kathleen M. Braun, age 78, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, formerly of 909 Dewey St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, Aug. 21, 2005, at the home. She was born July 20, 1927 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and Clara Karkow Hastreiter. Kathleen was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, class of 1945. On May 18, 1946, she married Harold J. Braun at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death June 27, 2000. Kathleen was a clerical assistant at Sears Department Store from 1952 to 1966 and Lapcor Plastic/Newell Corp. from 1966 until her retirement in 1985. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law: Judie and Chuck Tadych; Jeanne and Ken Schipper, all of Manitowoc; six grandchildren: Robert (Stephanie) Schipper; Derek (Tara) Schipper; Heather (Joshua) Andrew; Tracy (Chris) Bandt; Troy (Melody) Tadych; Todd Tadych and special friend, Jessica Devenish: 10 great-grandchildren: Braedon and Cameron Bandt; Brady, Bryce, Addison, Riley and Sydney Schipper; Kasimir and Augustus Tadych; Hunter Andrew; a brother and sister-in-law: Roger and Carole Hastreiter, Manitowoc; and three brothers-in-law Eugene Braun and his wife, Dorothy; Clem Braun and his wife, Marianne; and Jerome Braun and his wife, Darlene, all of Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends, especially at St. Mary's Home and Harmon West, also survive. She was also preceded in death by an infant granddaughter: Torrie Kathleen Tadych; and a sister: LaVerne Weiss Harrell. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, 2005, at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, and at 11 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi, Grand Avenue Site, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dave Hoffman with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday where a prayer service will be held at 6:30 p.m. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at St. Mary's Home and Harmony West for their compassionate care and support given to Kathleen and her family. Manitowoc Herald Times Tuesday, August 23, 2005 pg. A3
LAURA BRAUN Laura T. Braun, 91, of St. Mary's Home, formerly of 856 Summit Street, Manitowoc, died Friday evening at the Holy Family Medical Center. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 9:45 am at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10:15 am at the St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Presiding the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. James Stamborski with burial to follow in the Calvary Cemetery. She was born December 28, 1898 in Whitelaw, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Zipper Grall. She married John P. Braun on October 15, 1934 in the St. Michael Catholic Church, Whitelaw, Wisconsin. He preceded her in death on April 8, 1986. She was a member of the Germania Society, the Senior Citizens of Manitowoc and the St. Theresa Society of St. Andrew Catholic Church. Survivors include four sons and daughters-in-law, Harold and Kathleen Braun, Eugene and Dorothy Braun, Clemens and Marianna Braun, Jerome and Darlene Braun, all of Manitowoc; two sisters, Marcella Kohlbeck of Manitowoc and Tillie Kohlbeck of Whitelaw; a brother-in-law, Tony Meyer of Whitelaw; 14 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by three brothers, four sisters, a sister-in-law, an infant daughter and an infant great granddaughter. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home 5-8 pm Monday where a prayer service will be held at 6:45 pm by the Rev. James Stamborski. Manitowoc Herald Times - Mon., Dec. 3, 1990 - page b8 ******** (29 Dec 1898/30 Nov 1990/SSDI)
LULU M. BRAUN Mrs. Lulu M. Braun, 42, if 833 North 16th street, wife of Chief William A. Braun of the county motorcycle police, died last night at the Holy Family hospital following an 11 weeks illness. She submitted to an operation Tuesday. Funeral services will be held Monday at 8:30 a.m. from the Pfeffer funeral home and at nine o’clock from the Holy Innocents church, the Rev. E. A. Radey officiating. Interment will be in Calvary cemetery. Mrs. Braun, nee Lulu M. McCormack, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. S. McCormack, was born at State Center, Iowa, in 1897. she became a teacher and in 1924 came to Manitowoc to teach history in the Lincoln high school. She was married to William Braun April 11, 1926. She was a member of the Altar society of the Holy Innocents church. Survivors are the widower; two daughters, Clara Belle, 12, and Mary Elizabeth, 11; parents, Mr. and Mrs. McCormack of Marshalltown, Ia.,; brother, John C. of Marshalltown; three sisters, Mrs. John Denny Jr., of Cedar Rapids, Ia., Miss Jean, of Des Moines, Ia., Mrs. Reece Wilkinson of Marshalltown. The body may be viewed at the funeral home Saturday after 7 p.m. The Altar society will meet at the funeral home Sunday evening to recite the rosary. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 15, 1939 P. 6
MARIANNE BRAUN Mrs. Clemens (Marianne) Braun, age 73, of 1011 Flambeau St., Manitowoc, died early on Thursday morning, Oct. 4, 2007, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center. Marianne was born on April 20, 1934, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Clifford and Yvonne (Brault) Lesperance. She grew up in Manitowoc and attended local schools. On May 4, 1957, Marianne was married to Clemens A. Braun, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Manitowoc. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She was preceded in death by one sister: Barbara Rank; and one brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Harold (Katie) Braun. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 8, 2007, at St. Francis of Assisi Grand Ave. site. The Rev. John Gallagher will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with cremation to follow with her cremated remains to be buried at Calvary Cemetery Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc, on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2007, from 4 to 7 p.m. and on Monday, Oct. 8, 2007, at the church from 10 until 11 a.m. There will be a parish wake service on Sunday at the funeral home at 6:30 p.m. led by Deacon Alan Boldt. A special thank you to the staff of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, for their compassion and kindness shown to Marianne and her family during her stay there. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 5, 2007
THEODORE BRAUN THEO. BRAUN, 70, RESIDENT HERE 41 YEARS, DIES Theodore Braun, 70, father of County Motorcycle Officer William Braun and a native of Manitowoc county since his birth, passed away Friday afternoon at the family home, 829 North Fifteenth street after a lingering illness. His condition has been critical for a week past and a son, Oscar, of Louisville made a plane trip from Louisville to Chicago last Sunday and then hurried here by train and taxi in order to reach home to see his father alive. Mr. Braun was born in the town of Kossuth March 8, 1861 and when a young man moved to this city to reside. He was married here in 1889 to Miss Clara Holsen, who survives him with three sons, Oscar oof Louisville, Richard of Port Arthur, Texas, and William of this city. A brother, Joseph of Francis Creek and two sisters, Miss Mary Braun of Seattle, Wash., and Mrs. Hall of Chicago. For years the deceased was a veteran employee of the old Wm. Rahr Sons Co., and during the World war was employed at the shipyards. In later years he was a member of City Sexton Pasewalk’s force at Evergreen cemetery. Mr. Braun was a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin and the Catholic Order of Foresters. The remains will be removed to the family home on North Fifteenth street Sunday morning at 11 o’clock where friends may view them up to the time of the funeral. Services will be held Monday morning at nine o’clock at Sacred Heart church, with interment at Calvary cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, February 14, 1931 P. 4
WILLIAM A. BRAUN William A. Braun, __, (above) of 833 N. 18th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday afternoon at the Holy Family Hospital Manitowoc, after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral home, Manitowoc, and at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Holy Innocents Catholic Church with the Rev. E. A. Radey officiating. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Braun was born April 14, 1899, in Manitowoc, son of the late Theodore and Clara Holsen Brown. On Aug. 11, 1926, he married Lula McCormack at Marshalltown, Ia., and the couple moved to Manitowoc. She died in 1939. On Aug. 23, 1961, he married the former Ruth Huckstead, Manitowoc County’s first home agent. He was a Manitowoc County traffic officer for 22 years and served as chief between 1937 and 1942. He was the first man named a motorcycle traffic officer in 1921 and saw the force grow from a one man organization to five. In 1937 he served as a state director of the Wisconsin Highway Traffic Officers’ Assn. Mr. Braun also served with the Red Cross for a time as a first aid instructor. He later worked for Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., and the J.J. Stangel Hardware Co., until illness forced him to retire. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of Holy Innocents Catholic Church and the Catholic Order of Foresters. Survivors include his wife, three daughters, Clara and Barbara at home and Mary of Milwaukee; a son, William H. at home; and two brothers, Oscar of Louisville, Ky., and Richard of Port Arthur, Tex. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 2, 1957 P. 18
ANNE BRAUNEL Anne F. Braunel, age 91, of Sacred Heart Court, Manitowoc, and formerly of County Trunk T, Whitelaw, died Friday morning, Oct. 29, 2004, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Anne was born April 23, 1913, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Lemberger. She was a graduate of St. Boniface Parochial Grade School and then attended Manitowoc Vocational School. On Sept. 30, 1933, Anne married Arthur R. Braunel at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on Dec. 16, 1986. Prior to her marriage, Anne was employed at Manitowoc City Hall. In 1942 she and her husband purchased the old Gordy Hallwach's Tavern in Manitowoc Rapids. In 1949 they added the bowling alley and operated under the name of Braunel's Lanes until their retirement in 1972. The couple then built a home in the Reifs Mills area. Survivors include three sons and daughter-in-laws, Lee and Yvonne Braunel, Manitowoc; Glenn and Rose Braunel, St. Louis, MO; Tim and Marilyn Braunel, Green Bay; six grandchildren, Denise (Mark) Heller, Two Rivers; Andrew (Kim) Braunel, Neenah; Matthew (Christin) Braunel, St. Louis, MO:, Bryan Braunel, St. Louis, MO; Joyanna (Bernard) Bull, Thiensville; Zachary (Emilie) Braunel, Sparks, NV, and five great-grandchildren. She is further survived by one sister, Katherine Koszut, Chicago, Ill; and three sisters-in-law, Evangeline Bast, Manitowoc; Germaine Buchner, Milwaukee; Elaine Buchner, Manitowoc; and many other relatives and friends. Anne was preceded in death by an infant twin sister, Hildegard Buchner; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Marie and Art Urban, Margaret and Ron McDonell, Loyola and William Kurth, Helen and Glen LeClair; four brothers and two sisters-in-law, Robert and Florence Buchner, Joe and Lorraine Buchner, Richard Buchner, and Ed Buchner. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 1, 2004, at St. Michael Catholic Church, Whitelaw. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. James Jugenheimer with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends Sunday, Oct. 31, 2004, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with a prayer service at 6:30 p.m. There will also be a visitation on Nov. 1, 2004, at St. Michael's Catholic Church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service at 10:30 a.m. The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of Sacred Heart Court and Holy Family Memorial Medical Center for the wonderful care and many kindnesses shown to Anne and the family. The Green Bay Gazette, Oct 31, 2004
ARTHUR BRAUNEL Mr. Arthur R. Braunel, 78, a resident of Route 1, Whitelaw since 1970, died early Monday morning, December 15, 1986, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard Heymen will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Braunel was born January 30, 1908 at Manitowoc Rapids, Wisconsin, son of the late Edwin and Clara Johnson Braunel. He married Anne F. Buchner, September 30, 1933 at North Chicago, Illinois. The couple had owned and operated Braunel’s Bar and Bowling Lanes in Manitowoc Rapids from 1942 to 1972. He had also been employed at Aluminum Specialty Company for a number of years. Mr. Braunel was well known in this area as a Clarinet and Saxophone player and in 1928 joined the Roual Wisconsin Orchestra. He then started his own Orchestra known as the Art Braunel’s in 1930 and played in this area until 1942 when it disbanded. Mr. Braunel was an avid hunter and fisherman and had been a member of the Whitelaw Sportsmen’s Club, the Manitowoc County Tavern League and Manitowoc Bowling Association. The couple spent their summers at their cottage at Little Sturgeon Bay since 1940. Survivors include his wife, Anne; three sons and daughters-in-law, Lee and Yvonne Braunel of Manitowoc, Glenn and Rose Braunel of St. Louis, Missouri and Tim and Marilyn Braunel of Green Bay; a brother, Lenert Braunel of Manitowoc; four sisters and a brother-in-law, Blanche Sonnevick of Bethany, Oklahoma, Ruth Gulseth of Manitowoc, Edith and Arthur Jarosh of Manitowoc and Evangeline Bast of Manitowoc; six grandchildren, Denise, Andrew, Matthew, Joyanna, Zachary and Bryan. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Luella Braunel and Edna Frey and a brother, Raymond Braunel. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 9 pm Wednesday and Thursday prior to the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times - Mon., Dec. 15, 1986 - page 14 ******** (30 Jan 1908/Dec 1986/SSDI)
ANNA BRAUNREITER Mrs. Frank Braunreiter, 76, of 1631 S. 17th St. Manitowoc, died Saturday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 8:30 am Tuesday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9am at the St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc, with the Rt. Rev. Magr. John Landowski officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. The former Anna Rouse was born Nov. 29, 1881, in the Town of Franklin, daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Duchek Rouse. She was married to Frank Braunreiter in 1911 and lived in Manitowoc all of her life. The couple lived with a son in law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Brey, Manitowoc, for a number of years. Survivors include her husband, a daughter, Mrs. Brey, Manitowoc; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Joseph Sieracki, Manitowoc; four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3pm Monday. The Rosary will be recited at 8pm Monday. Manitowoc Herald-Times, Saturday, June 21, 1958
FRANK BRAUNREITER Frank P. Braunreiter, 81, died Wednesday at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Brey, of 1706 Philippen St., Manitowoc, after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, the Ret. Rev. Msgr. John Landowski officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Braunreiter was born Jan. 20, 1892, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late Frank and Catherine Reif Braunreiter. He married Anna Podhodla at Reif Mills in 1905 and she died in 1909. He then married Anna Rouse Sept. 6, 1911, at Reif Mills, and the two farmers in the Town of Kossuth until moving to Reif Mills in 1916 where he engaged in carpentry. They moved to Manitowoc 28 years ago, and for the last eight years he had resided with his daughter, Mrs. Brey. His second wife died June 21, 1958. A daughter, Rose, also preceded him in death. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Brey and Mrs. Joseph Sieracki, of Manitowoc, four grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. by the parish. Two Rivers Reporter, December 19, 1963 P. T-5
HERMINA BRAXMEIER Miss Hermina Braxmeier, 90, formerly of 1026 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she was a patient one week. She had been residing at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, since 1962. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Msgr. Alfred A. Schroeder will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Miss Braxmeier was born Jan. 4, 1878, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine Mueller Braxmeier. She was a dressmaker and also worked for Mirro Aluminum Co. until retirement in 1946. She was a lifelong member of St. Boniface parish and an honorary member of St. Anne-CMA Society. Survivors are nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Friday where at 8 p.m. the Rosary will be recited. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, August 15, 1968 P.24
JOSEPH BRAXMEIER Joseph Broxmeier (sic) of this city died on Friday last. Manitowoc Pilot, December 17, 1896 P. 3
JOSEPHINE BRAXMEIER Death came to Mrs. Josephine Braxmeier at the Holy Family Hospital today following an injury suffered three weeks ago when Mrs. Braxheimer sustained a fracture of her leg at her home. The injury augmented the seriousness of Mrs. Braxmeier's condition which for nearly a year had been unfavorable from the effects of a fall which she suffered at that time. Mrs. Brazhemier was 71 years of age and her death occured on the day before she would have celebrated that anniversary, she having been born on March 23. 1847. She had been a resident of Manitowoc for forty-six years. Deceased is survived by five children, Adolph, Arthur, Mrs. Frank Schliesled (sp?), this city, Mrs. J. B. Minte of California and Hermenia of this city. The funeral will be held Monday morning from St. Boniface church. Friends are requested to omit flowers. Manitowoc Daily Herald March 22, 1918 p. 1
ESTELLA BRECKENRIDGE PAIN, SUFFERING NOW AT AN END Patient, Long-Suffering, Estella Breckenridge Fails to Withstand Amputation Life's pain and misery, its sorrow and tribulations, all these have passed for Estella Breckenridge, who on Tuesday failed to rally from the effects of an operation doomed by the physicians. As the last hope for the sufferer and though she regained consciousness after her limb had been amputated, it was only sufficiently long to bid farewell to the kind sisters of the Holy Family hospital who had ministered to her for twenty-one months and her brother, Roy, who was present at the bedside. The little sufferer was happy in the consciousness that he was to be released from her pain and though the physicians held out hope, her intuitive sense told her that the effort would be in vain. She passed away her face illumed with the joy of meeting her maker in a realm where sorrow is not known. A sweeter disposition than that possessed by the deceased could scarcely be conceived and to know her was to love her. Visitors at the hospital were impressed with the quiet, pale little girl who at times was sufficiently well to occupy the invalid's chair and there are hundreds of people in the city who had come to love her. The sisters, accustomed as they are to death, pain and the ills of life as witnessed in their every day existence, will miss their charge who had come to be recognized as one of the hospital family. Each of them were given little mementos Monday when the decision was made by the physicians of the necessity for an operation, the patient realizing that her life's journey had come to an end. The departed was seventeen years of age and early in life became a sufferer from tuberculosis of the bone. The amputation of her limb was the fifth operation she sustained. She was born at Florence, this state and is survived by a mother, three brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will be held from St. Boniface Church on Friday with interment in Calvary. Manitowoc Daily Herald - Sept. 18, 1907 - page 1 ******** After a long period of pain, Miss Estella Breckinridge died Tuesday in the hospital here following an operation which had been undertaken to ease her suffering. She was just 17. Her funeral will be held tomorrow morning from St. Boniface Church. Der Nord Westen, 19 Sep. 1907 ******** On Tuesday night, Miss Stella Breckenridge died at the Holy Family hospital, aged 18 years. She had suffered for two years from necrosis. In an effort to save her life Tuesday afternoon one of her lower limbs was amputated, but her death resulted in a few hours. She came to this city from Florence, Wis., eight years ago. She is survived by a mother, two sisters and three brothers. The funeral will be held Friday from St. Boniface church, interment at Calvary. Manitowoc Pilot, September 19, 1907
JOSEPH BREDL (d. 1914) JOSEPH BREDL, JR., 25, DIES AFTER LINGERING ILLNESS—BURIAL TUESDAY Joseph Bredl, Jr., son of J. Bredl, proprietor of the Manitowoc House, Tenth and Jay streets, died this morning after a lingering illness. He was 25 years of age and is survived by his parents, two brothers and five sisters. He had been ill for several months. Funeral services will be held from St. Boniface church Tuesday morning. Manitowoc Daily Herald, April 25, 1914 P. 1
JOSEPH BREDL HOTELKEEPER FOR 35 YEARS PASSES AWAY Joseph Bradl(sic), 83, Dies at Home of Daughter After Fourteen Weeks' Illness Joseph Bradl, 83, for 35 years a hotel man of the city, but who retired to private life nine years ago when he sold his place, the Manitowoc House, Jay and South Tenth streets, to Lake Smith, passed away yesterday afternoon at the home of his daughter, Mrs. George Haase, 914 South Fourteenth street. He has been in failing health for fourteen weeks. Burial will take place on Friday morning at 8:30 from the Haase home and at nine o'clock from the St. Boniface church, with burial at Calvary cemetery. The deceased was born in Germany and came to this city when a boy of seven when his parents located here. He grew up here and first established a saloon on South Tenth street. Later he took over the Manitowoc House, on Jay and Tenth streets, which he conducted for 33 years. He was married here to Margaret Schimpf who preceded him in death ten years ago. Retires Nine Years Ago Disposing of his property here nine years ago Mr. Bradl retired to private life and spent his declining years with his children. Four daughters Mrs. Fred Pruess, Mrs. Michael Weellner(sic) and Mrs. George Haase of this city, Mrs. Joseph Kolbeck, of Wausau and one son, Frank of Mishicot survive. There are 32 grand children. The deceased was a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin and the St. Boniface society. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, March 25, 1931
MARGARET BREDL Margaret, wife of John Bredl, the well known hotel keeper, Tenth and Jay streets, died early this morning after an illness of several months, of general debility. The deceased was a native of Austria where she was born April 23, 1846, being seventy-four years old at the time of her death. The aged couple celebrated their golden wedding July 19, of last year. Besides her husband she leaves six children. They are Mrs. Frank Gerl of Rapids, Mrs. Fred Pruss of Cato, Mrs. Joseph Kohlbeck of Wausau and Mrs. Michael Wellner, Mrs. George Haase and Frank Bredl, of this city. Thirty-two grand children and fifteen great grand children also survive. The funeral will be held at St. Boniface church Thursday morning, interment at Calvary. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. November 22, 1920 P. 8
CATHERINE BREFCZYNSKI Mrs. Vincent Brefczynski, 52, of 1218 S. 26th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning at her home. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at Leschke-Bergner Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church. Msgr John Landowski will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. The former Catherine Szymczyk was born at Chicago Feb. 16, 1906, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Szymczyk. She was married to Mr. Brefczynski at Manitowoc, Oct. 31, 1925. Surviving are the husband, five sons, Alois, Norbert and Walter of Manitowoc, Pfc. Edward of Okinawa and Pfc. Gerald of North Carolina; three daughters, Mrs. Albert Kopidlansky Jr., of Cato, Mrs. Donald Free of Milwaukee and Miss Grace Brekdzynski of Manitowoc; a brother, John of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Blanche Chamberlin of Texas and 18 grandchildren. A brother, Stanley, preceded her in death in 1932. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Monday where the Rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 11, 1958 P. 11
VINCENT BREFCZYNSKI Vincent Brefczynski, 79, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Saturday evening in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 am Tuesday in Parkside Funeral Home and 10 am in St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Joseph Mattern will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Brefczynski was born July 14, 1899 in Pulaski, son of the late John and Mary Jesosol Brefczynski. He married Catherine Szymczyk Nov. 11, 1925 in Pulaski. Mr. Brefczynski had been employed with C. Reiss Coal Co. of Manitowoc, retiring in 1961. He was a member of St. Mary Parish. His wife preceded him in death Oct. 11, 1958. Survivors include four sons, Alois, Norbert, Walter and Gerald Brefczynski of Manitowoc; three daughters, Mrs. Albert (Mary) Kopidlansky and Grace Brefczynski of Manitowoc and Dorothy Fite of Milwaukee; two brothers, John and Leo of Pulaski; a sister, Mrs. Josephine Mancheski of Manitowoc; 30 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A son, Edward, four brothers, three sisters and a grandson, David, preceded him in death. Friends may call in Parkside Funeral Home 4 o’clock to 9 o’clock this Monday afternoon, where a prayer service will be at 7:30 o’clock. Manitowoc Herald Times - Monday, Oct. 9, 1978 - page 3
JENNIE BREI From Der Nord Westen, 29 Apr. 1897: Death Tues. last week in Milwaukee of Miss Jennie Brei, daughter of Town Manitowoc Rapids resident Jacob Brei, at the age of 18 of consumption. Her body was brought here and buried in the local Catholic Cemetery on Thursday.
JOHN BREI From Der Nord Westen, 25 July 1889: Death on Mon. morning of 20 yr. old John Brei, son of Town of Manitowoc Rapids resident Jacob Brei, of edema. The funeral took place yesterday morning in the Catholic Cemetery.
BERNARD M. BRENNAN On Wednesday evening, Sept. 30, 2009, Bernard Michael Brennan, age 87, passed away after having a heart attack and battling complications for five days. It was his strong, Irish heritage that kept him going. He missed the love of his life, Genevieve, gone 14 years, and wanted to be with her. His family survivors include: son, Thomas (Peggy) of Sheboygan; his daughter; Patrice (James) Gurtner of Lac du Flambeau; grandson, Eric (Tammy) Nelson; their children, Preston, Jaxon, Ryker, and Chayse Genevieve of Appleton; grandsons Tim (Jill) Gurtner; their children, Jacey and Zoe of Middleton and Tony (Christine) Gurtner of Madison; three sisters-in law, a brother-in law, and many neices and nephews. He was born on March 22, 1922, son of the late Joseph H. Brennan and Clara (Pankratz) Brennan. On March 2, 1946, he married Genevieve Kugle at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville. He was preceded in death by his wife, Genevieve (Kugle) Brennan in 1995, one brother Joseph (Josephine Kugle), brothers-in-law, sisters-in law and nephews. Bernard was employed with the Hotel Manitowoc for 10 years. He then was chief clerk and promoted to general agent with The Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad, serving 30 years and retiring in 1980. He also served as harbor master and then remained active on the Harbor Commission until his death. Going to the YMCA daily to swim and then to Late's for breakfast to visit with his many friends was his morning routine. He enjoyed playing poker three nights a week with his many friends at Southbrook Manor. He especially enjoyed spending time in Fish Creek with Tom and Peggy and feeding/playing with their animals. In addition, he loved boating, catching and eating the fish on the Pike Lake Chain (near Minocqua) with Pat and Jim. What always brought a big smile to his face and was so special was being with his grandson, Eric, and his beautiful great-grandchildren. He was a strong-willed, hard-working man and caring father. He touched all who knew him and will be greatly missed. His request is that donations be made to Roncalli High School, where a scholarship will be established in the names of Bernard and Genevieve Brennan, or St. Francis of Assisi Church on Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc. A celebration of Bernard's life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dan Felton. Entombment will take place at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc following the Mass of Christian Burial. The family will greet relatives and friends from 5 until 7 p.m. Friday (TONIGHT), Oct. 2, 2009, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 928 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, and Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, from 10 until 11 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, N. 14th St. and Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the Brennan family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter October 2, 2009 ******** (Mausoleum/Sanctuary Of Faith)
GENEVIEVE M. BRENNAN Genevieve Brennan, age 72, of 1012 N. 6th St, Manitowoc, died Wednesday, August 2, 1995, at John L. Doyne Medical Center, Milwaukee. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 5, 1995, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. Rev. Gerald Foley will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial with interment at Calvary Chapel Mausoleum. She was born February 2, 1923, in Reedsville, daughter of the late Frank and Emily Konop Kugle. Genevieve was a graduate of Reedsville High School. She married Bernard M. Brennan March 2, 1946, in Reedsville. She was employed with Manitowoc Company for 38 years retiring as assistant cashier in 1983. She is a member of Holy Innocents Christian Mother's Society. Survivors include her husband, Bernard; one son and daughter-in-law, Tom and Peggy Brennan, Sheboygan; one daughter and son-in-law, Pat and Jim Gurtner, Harshaw, Wis.; one brother and sister-in-law, Roman and Audrey Kugle, Manitowoc; three sisters and one brother-in-law, Mrs. Ray Wanek, Manitowoc, Mr. and Mrs. Regina Lonzo, Two Rivers, Mrs. Frances Glasow, Reedsville; one grandson, Eric Nelson, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by one sister, Josephine. Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. on Friday where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. by Deacon Ken Nelesen at the Church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. In lieu of flowers memorials would be appreciated to Roncalli High School or Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Jens Funeral Home and Crematory assisted the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, August 3, 1995 P. A2
KENNETH A. BRENNAN Kenneth A. Brennan, age 79, of 4715 Broadway St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly on Sunday morning, June 21, 1998, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Funeral services will be at 1030 a.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 1998, at St. Michael Catholic Church, Whitelaw. Rev. Richard Heymen and Rev. Martin Carr will concelebrate the Mass of Christian Burial, with entombment to follow at 1:15 p.m. Wednesday in Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Kubale-O’Connell V.F.W. Post #6179 of Cato will hold Graveside Military Services. Mr. Brennan was born June 13, 1919, in Manitowoc, son of the late Lovell and Agnes Cooney Brennan. He graduated from Reedsville High School, and also graduated from the Wood Business School in Manitowoc. Ken served in the United States during World War II from June 21, 1941, until January 16, 1946. On June 21, 1947, he married Daisy Reitmeyer at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. For 13 years, he was employed at the Valders Elevator, and in 1960 he started Brennan Electric in Cato, retiring in 1996. He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Whitelaw. He was past president of St. Michael’s Holy Name Society, past president of the Home School at St. Michael’s and past president of St. Michael’s Church Council. He was also a member of Kubale-O’Connell V.F.W. Post #6179 of Cato, Knights of Columbus Third Degree Council #5798 of Reedsville where he served as Commander, and Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree Assembly #1212 of Manitowoc where he served as Faithful Navigator. He was currently serving as President of the Board of Directors of Peter’s Pantry. Survivors include his wife, Daisy, Manitowoc; three sons, Dennis Brennan, Oshkosh, John Brennan, Manitowoc, and William Brennan, Seattle, Wash.; one daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie (Richard) Reineking, Milwaukee; two step-brothers and their wives, Harold (Leona) Pritzl, Whitelaw, and Bernard (Katherine) Pritzl, Spokane, Wash.; two step-sisters, Gertrude (William) McCulley, Fond du Lac, and Bernadine Schuler, Reedsville; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law include George (Betty) Reitmeyer, Whitelaw, Carl (Ruth) Reitmeyer, Manitowoc, Alma Carbon, Manitowoc, Marin Jagemann, Manitowoc, and Leonetta (Mitch) Silver, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews; other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents his step-father, Ted Pritzl; one brother-in-law, Joseph Reitmeyer; two sisters-in-law, Ella Sittmann and Olive Grall. Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, on Tuesday (TONIGHT) from 5-8 p.m. There will be a parish prayer service at 7 p.m. led by Fr. Heymen. There will be no visitation on Wednesday morning. Memorials would be appreciated to Peter’s Pantry of Manitowoc. Herald Times Reporter, June 23, 1998 P. 2 ******** (13 Jun 1919/21 Jun 1998/SSDI) (BRENNAN Kenneth A. 1919 1998 Phase IV Alc B Tier B Crypt 442/Good Shepherd Hall)
MARIE J. BRENNER Marie G. Brenner, age 90, died Wednesday, July 2, 2008, at the Sun Prairie Health Care Center. She was born Aug. 12, 1917, in Oconto, the daughter of Lesime and Laura (Carriveau) Grenier. Prior to moving to Sun Prairie in 2001, Marie had resided in Waunakee. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She was preceded in death by two husbands: Clarence Collins and Martin Brenner; her parents; five sisters: Erma, Donna, Violet, Doris and Norma; and four brothers: Lawrence, Robert, Edmund and Julius. Marie loved her family and enjoyed spending time with her nieces and nephews. She enjoyed playing cards, especially cribbage, which she played until one week before she passed away. Marie was a super welder at Sturgeon Bay Shipyards during World War II. For many years, her main profession was a waitress. She loved living in Jackson Hole, Wyo., and she loved to tell stories about her varied experiences. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, at the Cress Funeral Home with the Rev. Brian Dulli presiding. Friends may call from 5:30 p.m. until time of service. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 12, at the Calvary Cemetery, 2601 S. 14th St., Manitowoc. The Rev. John Schuetze will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials to the Sun Prairie Health Care Center. Cress Funeral & Cremation Service, 1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie; (608) 837-9054; www.cress funeralservice.com. Herald Times Reporter, July 6, 2008
THOMAS BRESNAHAN Thos. Bresnahan is reported to be quite seriously ill. Manitowoc Daily Herald, October 24, 1898 ******* Thos. Bresnahan, whose serious illness was noted in yesterday's Herald, died at her (sic) home late this afternoon. No funeral arrangements have yet been made. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, October 25, 1898 P. 1 ******** The funeral of Thos. Bresnahan, whos (sic) death was announced in these columns yesterday, will be held at the Catholic church to-morrow. The deceased was born in Ireland and was 68 years of age. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, October 27, 1898 P. 4 ******** Thos. Bresnahan of this city died on Tuesday of this week aged 68 years. His funeral takes place tomorrow. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, October 27, 1898 pg. 3 ******** Funeral services over the remains of Thos. Bresnahan were held at St. Boniface church this morning at 9 o'clock. The interment was at the Catholic cemetery. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, October 28, 1898 P. 4
HELENA BREUER From Der Nord Westen, 19 Apr. 1900: Death Tues. morning after a long illness of Mrs. Helena Breuer, widow of the late Hermann Breuer who passed away several months ago. Mrs. Breuer was born 09 Mar. 1842 in the Rhineland coming as a child with her parents to America and settling with them in St. Nazianz where she and her husband were married. The family later moved to Manitowoc. She leaves 6 children. The funeral will be held early tomorrow morning at the Catholic Cemetery. ********** From St. Nazianz researcher/see contributors page: Breuer, Helen nee Fuessenich (March 9, 1842- April 1900 Wife of Henry Breuer [married Sept. 15, 1864 at St. Gregory]) buried at Calvary Cemetery, City of Manitowoc ********** Born March 9, 1842 in Weilerswist, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Prussia. Parents were Wilhelm Fuessenich and Margaretta Hoffmann. Immigrated 1848 to Milwaukee with her parents. By 1860 is in Eaton township, Manitowoc County. Died April 17, 1900 in Manitowoc. Buried at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc, Sec L, block 198, lot 2 (contributed by family researcher/see contributors page) *Note: Cemetery records and newspaper state death year as 1842.
HERMAN BREUER DEATH OF H. BREUER Herbert Breuer died at his home in this city on Friday morning last of pneumonia. He was a man of vigorous health but contracted a cold some weeks ago which brought about pneumonia. A short while before his death his wife was so sick that her recovery was not looked for but she regained her health and he was the first to go. He was born in Prussia in 1829 and came to this country when a young man settling in St. Nazianz where he resided for some years, afterwards moving to his city. He was a good citizen in every particular and was highly regarded by all who knew him. Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, December 21, 1899 pg. 8 ******** Death Fri. morning of Hermann Breuer of pneumonia. He had a severe chill on Thanksgiving Day which shortly led to the pneumonia and then to his death despite medical attention. Mr. Breuer was born 29 Oct. 1829 in the Rhineland and came to America in 1862 settling in St. Nazianz. In 1866 he moved here to Manitowoc and worked as a veterinarian. He leaves his sorrowing widow and 6 grown children. His funeral was held Tues. afternoon at the Catholic Cemetery here. Der Nord Westen, 21 Dec. 1899 ******** (First publication Dec. 6, 1900 (sic).) State of Wisconsin-County Court for Manitowoc County. In the matter of the estate of Henry Breuer, deceased, in probate. An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of Henry Breuer of Manitowoc Rapids, in said county, having been delivered into said court: And Mary Breuer of Manitowoc Rapids in said county, having presented to said court her petition in writing duly verified, representing among other things that Henry Breuer died testate, at the Town of Manitowoc Rapids in said county, on the 11, day of November 1900 (sic), that said instrument is the last will of said deceased and that the said petitioner is a daughter, legatee and evoree (sic) of said deceased, and praying that said instrument be proven, and admitted to probate and that letters of administration, with will annexed, be thereon issued to Friederich Meyer. It is ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard and proofs of said last will and testament be taken at a regular term of said county court to be held at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 18th day of January, 1901, 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 newspaper published in said Manitowoc County. Dated Dec. 3, 1900 (sic). By the Court, J.S. Anderson, County Judge. Schmitz & Burke, Attys. Manitowoc Post, Thursday, January 3, 1901 P. 8 ******** From St. Nazianz researcher/see contributors page: Breuer, Henry (Herman) (Oct. 29, 1829-Dec. 15, 1899 Husband of Helen nee Fuessenich [married Sept. 15, 1864 at St. Gregory] parents are marked as unknown on death record –born Prussia –emigrated to the United States in 1862, settling in St. Nazianz –in 1866 moved to the City of Manitowoc, where he worked as a veterinarian –veterinary surgeon –died from “pneumonia”) –buried at Calvary Cemetery, City of Manitowoc ******* Born October 29, 1829 in Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Prussia; present day Cologne, Germany. Parents are unknown. Immigrated December 1863 to Manitowoc Married Helena Fuessenich September 15, 1864 in St. Nazianz, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Died December 15, 1899 in Manitowoc. Buried at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc, Sec L, block 198, lot 2 Owned the St. Charles Hotel in Manitowoc at 7th and Franklin during the 1870s. Was a veterinarian surgeon. (contributed by family researcher/see contributors page)
KATHRINE BREUER Maria Catherine “Kate” Breuer, born March 12, 1869 in Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin to Herman Henry and Helena Fuessenich Breuer. Died in Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin in 1949, aged 80. Never married.
MARY BREUER Breuer, Mary Margaretha (Aug. 8, 1866-May 16, 1961 Single, daughter of Herman Henry Breuer and Helen Fuessenich -born Town of Eaton -seamstress -died from “hypostatic pneumonia, 2 days –fall, April 5, 1961 –fell on floor while going to bathroom”) buried at Calvary Cemetery, City of Manitowoc From St. Nazianz researcher/see contributors page
ATHELYN BREWER Funeral services for Miss Athelyn A. Brewer, 86, of 530 Riverview Dr., Manitowoc, who died Tuesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, of injuries received in a car accident Saturday in Kewaunee County, will be announced later by Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Herald Times Reporter, Tuesday, August 19, 1975 p.10
CHARLOTTE BREWER Charlotte G. Brewer, age 84, of 530 Riverview Drive, Manitowoc, died early Friday morning, April 7, 1995, at St. Mary’s Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 9, 1995, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Robert Drobka with burial in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. She was born December 20, 1910, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late George and Theresa Bartel Brewer. She was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1928. Charlotte enjoyed playing competitive table tennis eventually becoming a state champion and holding an international ranking. Charlotte worked with the family business all of her life starting with the manufacturing of piano benches and eventually as owner-operator of the Brewer Furniture Shoppe. Charlotte enjoyed spending her summers at her cottage at Clark Lake in Door County. Survivors include her business partner and friend, Milton Schulties, Manitowoc. Also surviving are cousins; other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by one brother and one sister. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home 2 p.m. Sunday until the time of service at 4 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, April 8, 1995 P. A2
DAVID BREWER Mr. and Mrs. R.W. Brewer, Rapids Raod, are mourning the death of their little son George, aged two, who passed away last night, death being due to flue-bronchitis. The burial will be at Calvary Sunday afternoon. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, February 21, 1920 P.5 ****** (Note: This is David Brewer. The newspaper had the name of David's brother in this obit. Verified with cem. records)
GEORGE WILLIAM BREWER (d. 1956) George W. Brewer, 86 (photo), ???? owner and operator of the Brewer Furniture Co. until his retirement in 19??, died of a heart (can't read/too light) Hospital, Manitowoc. He resided at 530 Riverview Dr., Manitowoc, and had been hospitalized nine days. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. The Rev. Clement Kern will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Brewer was born at Fond du Lac Oct. 19, 1889, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Brewer. He came to Manitowoc in 1906 and a year later married Theresa Bartl. He operated the furniture store for 40 years. Mr. Brewer was a member of the local barbershop singing chapter. Surviving him are his wife and two daughters, Miss Charlotte and Miss Athelyn, at home. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7 o'clock this Friday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, June 15, 1956 p.17 ******** RAILWAY TOWER SCENE OF FIGHT Bloody Encounter Sends One to Hospital and Second is Nursing Injuries WOMAN SAID TO HAVE BEEN CAUSE OF FIGHT "Gene" Smith, day telegrapher operator at the Montrose Siding tower of the C. & N.W., is at the Holy Family hospital suffering from serious injuries which is sustained in an encounter with George Brewer night man at the tower when the two came together as result of trouble of long standing Wednesday. Brewer was less seriously hurt than Smith but is nursing painful injuries. Blood on the floor and spattered on the wall and the disorder in the tower told of the viciousness of the fight when other employes of the C. & N.W. were summoned to the tower to assist in removing and caring for Smith after the fight shortly before noon Wednesday. Physicians who attended Smith ordered his removal in the hospital where it is said his nose is broken, several teeth missing and his mouth badly swollen and his face disfigured and lacerated. Brewer bears marks of the struggle but is able to be about. Both men will probably be dismissed from the service of the line. Brewer is employed as night man at the Montrose tower and Smith is day man. Wednesday Smith appeared at 10 o'clock to relieve Brewer and there is said to have been an instant conflict - a war of words- that led to the more serious mixup. Smith was injured by being thrown against one of the steel levers in the tower used to operate the block signals of the line, the injured man striking his head against the steel bar inflicting serious injuries. The fight is said to have lasted several minutes. Conflicting reports are in circulation as to the cause of the trouble, but it is claimed by friends of Brewer that it was due to gossip which Smith is charged with circulating connecting the name of Brewer's wife with the reports. Brewer, says his friends, resented this and warned Smith to desist on penalty of chastisement and in the word war which ensued the two men became involved in a fistic encounter in which Smith finished second best. Smith has been employed by the C. & N.W. at the local station for two or three years while Brewer is comparatively a newcomer here. It is said that an investigation of the affair will be made by local officials of the line and both men are likely to retire. Manitowoc Daily Herald - Thurs., Dec. 10, 1908 ******** SMITH NOT BADLY HURT Leaves Hospital and Corrects Mis-statements as to Cause of Trouble "Gene" Smith, the C. & N.W. operator at Calumet tower who was a party to a mix-up with George Brewer, a fellow operator, was less seriously hurt than was reported and left the hospital last night and will return to his work tomorrow. Mr. Smith corrects the report that the trouble was due to charges of Brewer that he has gossiped about the latter's wife and declares that he knows Mrs. Brewer but slightly, having met her but once. Smith is subject to nose bleed and says that he was not badly hurt, though he bled freely. It is not probably that the two men will be penalized by the C. & N.W. for the melee. Manitowoc Daily Herald - Fri., Dec. 11, 1908
THERESA S. (BARTL) BREWER Mrs. Theresa S. Brewer, 94, of 530 Riverview Dr., Manitowoc, died Sunday morning at home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Philip Hoffman will officiate with burial in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Brewer, nee Theresa Bartl, was born June 12, 1882, at Brillion, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Otto Bartl. She was educated in Brillion area schools and was married to George Brewer in 1902 at Manitowoc. She and her husband owned and operated Brewer Furniture Store, Manitowoc. Mr. Brewer preceded her in death in 1956. Survivors include a daughter, Miss Charlotte Brewer and a sister, Mrs. Dorothy LeClair, of Manitowoc. Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, where a prayer service will be at 8 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, Monday, December 27, 1976 p.3 ******** (Note: Cem. office has her b. date as June 10, 1882)
DAUGHTER OF JAKOB BREY From Der Nord Westen, 07 Sept. 1893: The married daughter (not named) of Jakob Brey of Town Manitowoc Rapids, died of consumption in Milwaukee last Thurs. The body was brought here and buried Sat. in the local Catholic Cemetery.
JEANETTE BREY Miss Jeanette Brey, 17, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Brey, 722 South 25th street, died suddenly yesterday afternoon at Holy Family hospital. She was a junior student at Lincoln high school. The body will lie in state after 7 p.m. today at the Pfeffer funeral home. Funeral services will be conducted at 9 a.m. Friday at the funeral home and at 9:30 at St. Paul's Catholic church. The Rev. Martin Jaekels will officiate and burial will be in Calvary cemetery. The rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Miss Brey, who was born Dec. 19, 1928, in Manitowoc, is survived in addition to her parents by two brothers and a sister (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 29, 1946 P.2
JOSEPH BREY (d. 1917) BRANCH MAN DEAD HERE, WAS ILL LONG TIME Joseph Brey, a resident of Branch since he was two years old, died at the hospital this morning after a long illness aged 50 years. He had been at the hospital since May 1. Mr. Brey was employed as a carpenter in the Goodrich shops at Chicago where he took ill and returned here. He is survived by five children who have made their home with relatives here and Branch. The body was removed to the home of his sister, Mrs. Joseph Zipperer, 429 North Ninth street. Funeral services will be held from St. Boniface church Thursday at 9 o’clock. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, May 29, 1917, Page 6
JOSEPH M. BREY (d. 2005) Joseph M. Brey, 81, formerly of 1620 Manila St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005 at the Manitowoc Health Care Center. Joseph was born April 18, 1923, in Edgar, Wis., son of the late Michael and Anna Bargander Brey. He attended Kellnersville schools and then served in the U.S. Army during WWII with the 252nd Field Artillery in Europe. Joseph married the former Josetta Spatchek on June 24, 1947 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville. He retired from the Manitowoc Public School System in 1988. Joseph was a lifelong member of the VFW Cato Post #6179 and of the Cootie Stitches 34. Survivors include his wife: Josetta Brey of Manitowoc; two sons and daughters-in-law: Roger and Kathy Brey of Oshkosh and Jim and Eileen Brey of Whitelaw; three daughters and sons-in-law: Susan and Gordon Kmetz of Minneapolis, Bonnie and Bill Lenberg of Prescott Valley, Ariz., and Patti and Mike Piaskowski of Manitowoc; 10 grandchildren: Michael (Amy) Brey and Sarah (Ty) Larsen, Andrea, and special friend, Chad, Zachary and Jacob Kmetz, Joshua, Megan and Matthew Brey, Joseph and Jack Piaskowski; two great-grandchildren: Cassidy and Cody Larsen; five sisters-in-law and four brothers-in-law: Celia and Edward Spurney, Elaine Nienhaus, Rolland and Ruth Spatchek, Edwin and Angeline Spatchek, Edward Keller, Joan Keehan. He was preceded in death by his mother-in-law and father-in-law Joseph and Delia Spatchek; one brother Norbert Brey; three brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law: Harold and Clara Spatchek, Elmer Spatchek, Mary Ann Keller and Ellsworth Nienhaus. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005 at St. Andrew's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Camilius Janas O.F.M. with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Military Rites will be accorded by Kubale-O-Connell VFW Post 6179 Kellnersville, Wis. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the entire staff at Manitowoc Health Care Center for all the years of special care given to Joe. Your thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. A Prayer for Daddy Oh, dear God, I know you are there, Our Daddy needs you Please answer our prayer. He's loved you God for the most part of his life. I know you've helped him, more than once, even twice. Please God give him happiness and peace. He deserves the best way beyond ones belief. He was a man with such a loving heart, Who loved his children and never wanted to part. Help his pain dear God please help his pain. Through storms and winds and mostly rain. Please help him God to know he was loved by all, And that his children will be there even if we have to crawl. So God when time comes that you must take him home. Please God let him know he was never alone. Herald Times Reporter February 2005 ******** Funeral services for Joseph M. Brey, 81, formerly of 1620 Manila St., Manitowoc, who died Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005 at St. Andrew's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Camillus Janas O.F.M. with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Military rites will be accorded by Kubale-O'Connell VFW Post #6179 of Kellnersville. The family will greet relative and friends at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center is assisting the family with funeral arrangements." Herald Times Reporter February 2005 ******** (BREY Joseph M. 4/18/1923 2/19/2005 Phase II Alc A SW Tier D Crypt 2/Sanctuary Of Hope)
JOSETTA BREY Josetta Spatchek Brey, age 88, a Manitowoc resident, died early Thursday morning, December 26, 2013 at St. Mary's at Felician Village, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends from 9:00 AM until 10:45 AM on Monday, December 30, 2013 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand, 1416 Grand Avenue, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, December 30, 2013 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand - 1416 Grand Avenue, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. David Beaudry with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Josetta Brey was born September 26th , 1925 in Maple Grove township. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Delia Kleiber Spatchek. Josetta grew up on a farm near Brillion and graduated from Brillion High School.. She married Joseph Brey in 1947 and together they had 5 children. Josetta worked at Holy Family Hospital as a ward clerk and was an avid Green Bay Packer fan. She was a member of the VFW Auxillary and of St Francis of Assisi Parish. Survivors include her children, Roger (Kathy) Brey, Susan (Gordon) Kmetz, James(Eileen) Brey, Bonnie (Bill) Lenberg, and Patti Piaskowski. Ten grandchildren survive her, Mike(Amy) Brey, Sarah (Ty) Larsen, Andrea (Chad) Hardwick, Zachary Kmetz, Jacob Kmetz, Joshua(Katie) Brey, Megan Brey, Matthew (Katie) Brey, Joseph Piaskowski, and Jack Piaskowski. Great-grandchildren include: Cassidy, Cody and Ella Larsen. Skylar and Dracen Brey. Emily Brey. Cole and Caleb Hardwick. Josetta is survived by a sister Elaine Neinhaus, brother and sister-in-law, Ed and Angie Spatchek, and brother-in-law, Ed Spurney. Nieces and nephews and many friend also survive Josetta. In addition to her parents and husband, Josetta was preceded in death by her brothers, Harold, Rolland, Elmer; sisters, Cecilia, and Mary Ann; sister-in law, Clara Spatchek, and brothers-in law, Ellsworth Neinhaus and Edward Keller. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. And the Lord said to Josetta, well done My good and faithful servant. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter December 27, 2013 ******** (Mausoleum/Sanctuary Of Hope)
LEO BREY Leo Brey, 66, a former Manitowoc resident died Friday evening a the Veterans Hospital at Tomah where he had resided the past 15 years. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Daniel Dewane will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Brey was born May 23, 1908, at Oshkosh, son of the late Joseph and Molly Stenson Brey. He has been employed as a steamfitter for G. N. Kallies Co., Manitowoc, for 10 years. Survivors include three sisters, Mrs. Hilarie Theodorou, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Albert (Marion) Aurie, of Luxemburg and Sister Georging Brey, of Hacienda Heights, Calif.; three cousins, Mrs. Martin Stenson, Mrs. Clem Wolf and Mrs. Jeanette Brey, of Manitowoc; nieces and nephews. Friends may call at White Funeral Home, Tomah, from 7 to 9 o’clock this Tuesday evening. They may also call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from noon Wednesday until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, July 2, 1974 P. 16
MARTHA M. BREY Martha M. Brey, age 84, of 709 South 22nd Street, Manitowoc, died on Tuesday evening, January 8, 2013 at her home. Martha was born on December 18, 1928 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Frank and Martha (Popp) Mailand. She was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the class of 1947. On April 23, 1949 she married Robert E. Brey at St. Paul Catholic Church in Manitowoc. Martha was employed with Mirro Aluminum prior to her marriage and also at St. Paul and St. Andrew Parochial Grade Schools with the hot lunch program. She also volunteered for many years with the Parish Women serving funeral lunches. Martha was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, St. Paul Christian Mothers and volunteered for Meals on Wheels for 13 years. Survivors include her husband: Robert E. Brey, Manitowoc; two daughters and one son-in-law: Cindy and Ron Torstenson, Manitowoc, Kristine Brey, Colorado; three sons and daughters-in-law: Robert W. and Therese Brey, Steven and Ruth Brey, Tom and Sherri Brey, all of Manitowoc; two grandsons: Matthew Brey and fiancée Valerie Woloszyn, Gregory (Amanda) Brey; two granddaughters: Alexandria Brey and Victoria Brey; grand daughter-in-law: Olivia Brey, Manitowoc; three great grandsons: Hayden, Trevor and Nathan Brey; two step granddaughters: Jodi (Pat) McCarty; Jamie Valley; two step great grandchildren: Nicholas McCarty and Kaitlyn Valley; one sister-in-law: Marion Mailand, Sturgeon Bay; one brother-in-law: Ray Shavlik, Green Bay. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by one grandson: Christopher Brey; one brother: Ray Mailand; one sister: Marie Fessler; one brother-in-law and three sisters-in-law: William and Helen Brey, Betty Shavlik, Jeanette Brey; two half-brothers: Joe and Frank Mailand; one half-sister: Ida Wetenkamp. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, January 11, 2013 at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 928 S. 14th Street, Manitowoc, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. where a prayer service led by Deacon Alan Boeldt will conclude the visitation. The visitation will continue on Saturday morning, January 12, 2013 at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of morning prayers at 10:30 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to thank Holy Family Memorial Hospice, Nicole, Tammy, Tanya and Leah for their love and support. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in Martha's name. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Jan. 10, 2013
MOLLIE BREY MRS. JOS. BREY DIES AT OSHKOSH FUNERAL HERE The funeral of Mrs. Joseph Brey was held at 2 o’clock this afternoon from the Pfeffer Undertaking parlors. Rev. D. G. Ristad being in charge of the service at the Pfeffer chapel. Burial took place at Calvary cemetery. The remains of Mrs. Brey were shipped here from the Northern hospital at Oshkosh where she had been a patient. Mrs. Brey was 42 years of age and is survived by her mother, Mrs. Margaret Stenson, the brother, Martin Stenson, both of this city, a sister, Mrs. Joseph Auman of Marion, Wis., and three children, Helen, Stella and Lee, all of whom reside here. Manitowoc Herald News, February 16, 1924 P. 2 ******** TWINS BORN AT ASYLUM Mrs. Brey, Local Patient at Oshkosh, is Mother of Two A patient at the Northern Hospital for insane at Oshosh, Mrs. Mollie Brey, a Manitowoc woman, gave birth to twins this week, news of the event having reached here in a notice to Probate Judge Chloupek, asking that relatives of the woman be notified and advised to come to Oshkosh and take charge of the children. Mrs. Brey, who is the wife of Joseph Brey, an employee of the C. & N.W. and formerly resident at Rapids, was committed to the asylum January 27, the present year after she had exhibited signs of insanity of violent type. The twins are healthy and will probably live and Mr. Brey has arranged to have them brought to his home in the city. Manitowoc Daily Herald - Sat., June 6, 1908
ROBERT E. BREY Robert E. Brey, age 92, who resided with his daughter and son-in-law: Cindy and Ron Torstenson and most recently at Laurel Grove, Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon, August 19, 2016 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Robert was born on April 27, 1924 in Racine, WI, son of the late William and Rose (Kleiber) Brey. He was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1942. Robert served in the United States Army Air Corp during WWII. On April 23, 1949 he married the former Martha Mailand at St. Paul Catholic Church in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on January 8, 2013. Robert was a postal worker for 27 years until his retirement in 1986. He was also a past member of the Holy Name Society at St. Paul Catholic Church. Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law: Robert W. And Therese Brey, Steven and Ruth Brey, Tom and Sherri Brey, all of Manitowoc; two daughters and one son-in-law: Cindy and Ron Torstenson, Manitowoc, Kristine Brey, Grand Junction, Colorado; two grandsons: Matthew Brey, Gregory (Amanda) Brey; two granddaughters: Alexandria Brey and Victoria Brey; one granddaughter-in-law: Olivia Brey; four great grandsons: Hayden, Trevor, Nathan and Adam Brey; two step-granddaughters: Jodi (Pat) McCarty and Jamie Valley; two step-great grandchildren: Nicholas McCarty and Kaitlyn Valley; one brother-in-law: Ray Shavlik, Two Rivers; and one sister-in-law: Marion Mailand, Sturgeon Bay. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by one grandson: Christopher Brey; one brother and sister-in-law: William and Helen Brey; two sisters: Betty Shavlik and Jeanette Brey; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Ray Mailand, Marie and Robert Fessler, Joe Mailand, Frank Mailand and Ida Wetenkamp. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday morning, August 24, 2016 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand (1416 Grand Ave), Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. David Pleier with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military rites will be accorded by the AMVETS Post 99. The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. A prayer service will conclude the visitation at 7:00 p.m. The visitation will continue on Wednesday morning, August 24, 2016 at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of morning prayers at 10:30 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com. Memorials may be made in Robert's name to Lutheran High School or Roncalli High School. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to thank the entire staff of Laurel Grove for the kindness, love and support shown to dad. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Aug. 22, 2016
ROSE C. BREY Mrs. Rose C. Brey, 88, formerly of 533 S. 32nd Street, Manitowoc, died Monday evening, March 21, 1988 at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 am Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 am at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Ronald Reimer with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Brey, the former Rose Catherine Kleiber, was born April 24, 1899 at Brillion, daughter of the late John and Frances Miller Kleiber. She married William J. Brey on May 16, 1920 at Kellnersville. The couple resided in Racine, prior to moving to Manitowoc in 1924. Mrs. Brey was a member of St. Paul Parish Women. Her husband preceded her in death September 10, 1970. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Robert E. and Martha Brey of Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Ray Shavlik of Green Bay; a daughter-in-law, Helen Brey of St. Louis, Missouri; a brother, Ernst Kleiber of Brillion; ten grandchildren and eight great grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Jeanette, a son, William, three brothers and three sisters. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 4:30 pm to 9 pm Wednesday. Prayer service will be held at 8 pm Wednesday evening led by Deacon William Klein. Manitowoc Herald Times - Tues., Mar. 22, 1988 - page 14 ******** (24 Apr. 1899/21 Mar. 1988/SSDI)
WILLIAM J. BREY William J. Brey, 70, of 533 S. 32nd St., Manitowoc, died Thursday at the Manitowoc County Hospital. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Clement P. Kern will officiate and burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Brey was born Dec. 24, 1899, at Kellnersville, son of the late Michael and Augusta Raatz Brey. He married Rose Kleiber May 16, 1920, at Kellnersville. The couple resided at Manitowoc after their marriage. Prior to his retirement in 1963 he was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. Mr. Brey was a member of the Boilermakers Local No. 443 and the Holy Name Society of St. Paul Church. Survivors include his wife; two sons, (private); a daughter, (private); four brothers, John, Michael and Quirin of Kellnersville and Edward of Connecticut; five sisters, Mrs. Joseph Stedl of Menchalville, Mrs. John Wolf of Milwaukee, Mrs. Frank Kregel of Sheboygan, Mrs. Ralph Seigworth of Sturgeon Bay and Mrs. Ted Knoblock of Detroit, and 10 grand-children. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 o'clock this Friday afternoon where a Rosary will be recited at 7 o'clock by the Holy Name Society, members of the parish and friends. Manitowoc Herald Times Friday, September 11, 1970 ******** Notes form West Maple Grove Miss Rosa Kleiber, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Kleiber and William Brey, son of Mr. and Mrs. Mich. Brey from Franklin, surprised their relatives and friends by announcing that they were secretly married some time ago. Mrs. Brey has been engaged in teaching and is a well known young lady. The young couple, after visiting a few days at the home of their parents, left Tuesday for Milwaukee and other southern points. Many well wishes go with the young couple. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., May 27, 1920
ARTHUR BRILLIANT Arthur E. Brilliant, 92, died Saturday morning, May 27, 1989, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 am at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Presiding at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Gerald Prusakowski O.F.M. and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Brilliant was born June 25, 1896 at Nadeau, Michigan, son of the late Joseph and Laura Bouchard Brilliant. He married Lucy Dugre on May 27, 1922. She preceded him in death on February 3, 1945. Mr. Brilliant was a barber in the Manitowoc area for over 40 y ears, retiring in 1962. He was a past member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 706, past member of V.F.W. Post 659, and past member of the Local Barbers Union. He was a Veteran of World War I, serving in the United States Army. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Arthur (Bud) and Marydoris Brilliant of Villa Park, Illinois; four daughters and two sons-in-law, Betty Esser of Milwaukee, Carol and William Andrew of Winter Haven, Florida, Priscilla and Earl Schroeder of DePere and Yvonne Brilliant of Milwaukee; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Alphonse Brilliant of Hermansville, Michigan and Wilfred and Evelyn Brilliant of Manitowoc; four sisters, Della McCloskey of Sulpher Springs, Arkansas, Deliva Brilliant and Florence Brilliant of Hermansville, Michigan and Doris Lausen of Morton Grove, Illinois; 14 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, nieces, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 1 sister. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral home, 4 pm to 9 pm Monday where a prayer service will be at 7:30 pm by Father Jerry. Manitowoc Herald Times - Sun., May 28, 1989 - page B13
EVELYN E. BRILLIANT Evelyn E. Brilliant, age 77, of 721 S. 30th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday afternoon, February 18, 1997, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 22, 1997, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Evelyn was born March 8, 1919, in the town of DePere, daughter of the late Peter and Mary Matzke Stein. She married Wilfred Brilliant on December 27, 1949, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Evelyn was born and raised in the town of DePere. She resided in Illinois, California, and Wausau, Wisconsin, before settling in Manitowoc shortly after their marriage. Evelyn was employed at JC Penney and also at the Mirro Company until her retirement in 1985. Evelyn was a member and past president of the St. Paul's Parish Women, a member and past treasurer of the Catholic Womens Club and the Daughters of Isabella. She was an active volunteer at the Manitowoc Senior Center and a former volunteer at St. Mary's Home. She was an avid gardener who took pride in her roses and her ability to have color in her garden throughout the season. Evelyn loved to travel and enjoyed playing cards. Survivors include her husband, Wilfred, Manitowoc; one daughter, Denise Brilliant, Manitowoc; one brother and sister-in-law, Joseph and Ruth Stein, Little Suamico, Wis.; two sisters, Josephine Wysocki, Schofield, Wis., Bernice DeBroux, Allouez, Wis.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by six brothers, Elmer, Norbert, Bernard, Leo, Melvin and Irvin. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. on Friday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and from 9 a.m. Saturday until the time of service at St. Mary Catholic Church. A prayer service will beheld at 7:30 p.m. Friday led by Deacon Robert Drobka. Herald Times Reporter, February 20, 1997 P. A2 ******** (BRILLIANT Evelyn E. 3/8/1919 2/18/1997 Phase I Patio B Tier D Crypt 2/Chapel/Patio)
LUCY BRILLIANT Mrs. Arthur Brilliant, 44, wife of a local barber, died Saturday afternoon at the Holy Family Hospital after a short illness. Her home is at 928 S. 11th street. The body is lying in state at the Pfeffer funreal home from where services will be held at 6:30 a.m. Wednesday followed by a requiem high mass celebrated by the Rev. Alfred Pritzl at 9 a.m. at St. Boniface church. Interment will be in Calvary cemetery. Mrs. Brilliant, nee Lucy Dugre, was born in Menominee, Mich., and came here with her husband after their marriage 22 years ago. Survivors are the husband; four daughters, Betty, Carol, Priscilla and Yvonne, and one son, Arthur Jr., all at home; six brothers, Fred, Goodman, Wis.; Hector, Edward and Chester, from Michigan; Clarence, Sawyer and Wilfred, Milwaukee; three sisters, Mrs. George Wheeler, Poweres, Mich.; Mrs. Anton Gigure?, St. Paul, and Mrs. John Krimpelbein, Milwaukee. The St. Ann society of which Mrs. Brilliant was an affiliate will recite the rosary at the funeral home at 7 o’clock Tuesday evening with Father Pritzl. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 5, 1945 P. 2
WILFRED A. BRILLIANT Wilfred A. Brilliant, 89, 721 S. 30th St., Manitowoc, went to his eternal rest on Wednesday evening, Oct. 29, 2003, peacefully at home with his loving daughter at his side. He gave a valiant effort to overcome multiple medical problems. While his spirit was willing, his tired body just couldn’t fight anymore. He is now at peace and together with his wife of 48 years, Evelyn. He was born April 13, 1914, in Nadeau, Mich., son of the late Joseph and Laura Bouchard Brilliant. Wilfred was a Veteran of the United States Army serving during World War II in the European Theatre. On Dec. 27, 1949, he married the former Evelyn E. Stein at St.Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. She preceded him in death Feb. 18, 1997. Wilfred was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co. for many years, retiring in 1977. He was an exceptional carpenter, using his talents to complete the interiors of both of his homes. He especially enjoyed sharing his carpentry talents with Denise. Wilfred enjoyed doing landscaping and gardening with Evelyn. He was a very kind and generous man with a wonderful sense of humor. His philosophy was if he could help to make people laugh or smile it would be a bright spot in their day. He was a member of American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88 of Manitowoc. Survivors include a daughter, Denise Brilliant, Manitowoc; a sister, Doris Lausen, Morton Grove, Ill.; and a special niece, Priscilla (Earl) Schroeder, De Pere. Also surviving are other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Joseph, Arthur, Louis, Alphonse and four sisters, Delia, Eva, Florence and Delvina. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Monday until the time of service. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 2003, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Tom Wojciechowski O.F.M. and the Rev. John Harper with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Graveside Military Rites will be accorded by American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88. A special thank you to Father Tom, Father Jack, and all of the health care professionals who have cared for Dad the last several years. Also a special thank you to Priscilla and Mary for their special support and love. Dad, I will miss you, you are my sunshine. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter October 2003 ******** (BRILLIANT Wilfred A. 4/12/1914 10/29/2003 Phase I Patio B Tier D Crypt 1/Chapel/Patio)
VIRGINIA L. BRINK Virginia L. Brink, age 79, formerly of 1433 N. Sixth St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening, January 28, 1998, at North Ridge Medical Rehabilitation Center. Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 31, 1998, at Calvary Chapel Mausoleum. Rev. Victor Headrick will officiate, with entombment to follow in Calvary mausoleum. She was born June 4, 1918, in Mauston, Wis., daughter of the late Hugo and Helen Bandfield Gurrath. She moved to Milwaukee as a child and grew up in Milwaukee, attending local schools. She married Raymond Brink on October 31, 1959 in West Allis, Wis. He preceded her in death in 1970. While in Milwaukee she worked for Drenk’s Potato Chip Company for many years. After retiring in 1988, she moved to Manitowoc. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Arlyne nad Gary Hacker, Manitowoc; four grandchildren, Autumn (Allen) Close, Two Rivers, and Scott Hacker, Craig Hacker, and Paul (Tonee) Hacker, all of Manitowoc; two great-grandchildren, Megan Woods, and Tristen Close, both of Two Rivers; and one sister, Arlyne Clay, Phoenix, Ariz. Also surviving are nieces, nephew, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may call on Saturday at Calvary Chapel from 12 noon until the time of services at 1 p.m. Jens Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, January 30, 1998 P. 2 ******** (BRINK Virginia L. 6/4/1918 1/28/1998 Phase IV Alc B Tier E Crypt 411/Good Shepherd Hall)
BERNARD BROECKERT Bernard Broeckert, age 96, concluded the last chapter of his life late Sunday evening, September 13, 2015 at St. Mary's Nursing Home, Manitowoc. Bernard was born on September 24, 1918, the son of the late Edward and Clara (Gutman) Broeckert. He attended Catholic grade school and Valders High School graduating with the class of 1936. Following graduation Bernie worked for the Salvatorian Seminary for four years in the printing shop until he enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1940. He was stationed overseas in India working as an airplane mechanic during World War II. In 1946 Bernie married Ruth Miller of Sherwood, Wisconsin. The pair moved to Milwaukee where Bernie was trained as an office machines mechanic. In 1949 Bernie and Ruth moved to Manitowoc in search of a family friendly community to raise their two daughters. In Manitowoc Bernie found employment as a service manager at Napp Office and School Supply later becoming co-owner of the business. Bernie worked happily for 37 years with an amazing group of employees. He retired in 1980 to spend time with his family and grandchildren. Bernard is survived by his two daughters: Sue (Bob) Hablewitz, Manitowoc, and Joan (Doug) Brefczynski, Manitowoc; four grandchildren: Gregg (Lisa) Hablewitz, Milwaukee, Tom (Jen) Hablewitz, Vernon Hills, IL, Pete (Kelly) Brefczynski, Portland, OR, and Ann (Steve) Mertens, Denver, CO; three precious great grandsons complete Bernie's family circle: Jayse and Landon Brefczynski, and Cole Hablewitz. Bernard is further survived by one sister: Tillie Scharenbroch; one brother and sister-in-law: Roman and Eleanore Broeckert; a sister-in-law: Mary Ellen Broeckert; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife: Ruth, his parents: Clara and Ed Broeckert; two brothers: Alphonse and Ed Broeckert; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Art and Joan Broeckert, Rembert and Angie Broeckert; two sisters and one brother-in-law: Hilary and Norb Seipel, Sister Roman Broeckert, OSF; and one brother-in-law: Andrew Sharenbroch. Cremation has taken place at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, and Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at the Blessed Angela Chapel at the Felician Village of Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Gerald Foley. Entombment will take place at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at the Blessed Angela Chapel from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. (Noon). Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com. The Pfeffer Funeral Home and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to thank Dr. Schmidt, Nallie Yang, and all of the awesome caregivers at the Felician Village. St. Mary's Nursing Home is the closest to heaven as you will find here on earth, and the best choice we have ever made for our dad's care. Also thank you to one special niece, Peggy, for her frequent visits. We are also indebted to Dr. Pradeep Giriyappa, the amazing HFM internal medicine doctor who cared for dad with knowledge and compassion for so many years. His care and expertise is an immeasurable gift to our entire family. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Sept. 16, 2015
JOSEPH BROECKERT Mr. Joseph Broeckert, 71, of 907 S. 40th Street, Manitowoc, died Tuesday, November 17, 1987 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Memorial mass will be 11 am Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. William Zimmer will officiate and entombment will be in Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc, with cremation already having taken place. Mr. Broeckert was born April 24, 1916 at Kiel, Wisconsin, son of the late William and Emily Kautzer Broeckert. He was educated in Kiel Schools. He married Josephine Heim on August 22, 1942 at Sheboygan, the couple coming to Manitowoc to make their home in 1968. Mr. Broeckert was a pipefitter by trade, working out of Local 298, Green Bay, Wisconsin. He was employed until disability forced him to retire in 1973. Mr. Broeckert was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic church. Survivors include his wife, Josephine of Manitowoc; four sons and daughters-in-law, William and Bonita Broeckert of Stevens Point, John and Christine Broeckert of Eau Claire, Gerald and Louise Broeckert of Madison and Randall and Terri Broeckert of Manitowoc; a daughter, Miss Beverly Broeckert of Manitowoc; a brother and sister-in-law, Fred and Gertrude Broeckert of Kiel; four sisters and a brother-in-law, Lorena Schnell of Plymouth, Elinore and Aurea Helf of Sheboygan, Claire Collings of Elkhart Lake and Marie Jelacic of Milwaukee and eight grandchildren. There will be no Thursday evening visitation. Jens funeral Home and Crematory, Manitowoc, assisted the family with arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times - Wed., Nov. 18, 1987 - page 11 ******** (BROECKERT Joseph 1916 1987 Phase I South Tier FN Niche 6/Chapel/Niche)
JOSEPHINE C. BROECKERT Josephine C. Broeckert, age 94, of 950 South Rapids Road, Manitowoc, passed away Tuesday afternoon, June 7, 2016, at River Woods Place in Manitowoc with her loving family at her side. The former Josephine Heim was born on January 2, 1922 in Sheboygan, daughter of the late George and Helen (Clement) Heim. Josephine graduated in 1939 from Sheboygan North High School. On August 22, 1942 Josephine married Joseph Broeckert at Holy Name Catholic Church in Sheboygan. He preceded her in death on November 17, 1987. Josephine was considered an entrepreneur owning and operating several businesses, such as bowling alleys, night clubs, car washes and a realtor retiring as a housewife. For the past 28 years Josephine lived in Madison and moved back to Manitowoc in April of this year. She was a former member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Josephine was an active member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Madison where she served as a greeter. Josephine enjoyed bowling, softball, pool, golf, card playing, casinos and dog and horse racing. Survivors include her five children: William (Bonita) Broeckert, Sun City West, AZ; Bev Broeckert, Madison; John (Christine) Broeckert, Appleton; Jerry (Louise) Broeckert, Madison; Randy Broeckert, Manitowoc; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one sister and brother-in-law: Myrtle (Clem) Acker, Sheboygan, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents: George and Helen Heim; her husband: Joseph Broeckert; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Raymond (Ginny) Heim; John (Della) Heim. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 13, 2016 at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, 1121 North 14th Street, Manitowoc. Rev. Dave Pleier will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with entombment of her cremated remains at Calvary Mausoleum. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. The Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory of Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com The family would like to express a thank you for all the compassionate care the staff at River Woods Place Assisted Living and the hospice staff of Home Care Health Services and Hospice also a special thank you to Pat, the hospice volunteer. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter June 9, 2016 ******** (Mausoleum/Chapel/Niche)
RUTH P. BROECKERT Ruth P. Broeckert, age 95, formerly of 1627 S 15th Street, Manitowoc died on Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at St. Mary's at Felician Village, Manitowoc. She was born on February 14, 1919 in Sherwood, daughter of the late Peter and Lorina (Lettenberger) Miller. Ruth attended Catholic grade school and St. Mary High School, Menasha before pursuing a license in cosmetology. She worked at and eventually managed Le Vogue Hair Salon in Milwaukee. While there, Ruth met and married Bernard Broeckert on June 21, 1947 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sherwood. Ruth loved raising her family and being a homemaker, She was probably the only person on Earth who actually enjoyed cleaning her home every single day. Ruth took pride in sewing clothing for her family and Barbie Doll clothes for all of the little girls in the neighborhood. She was an avid reader and also possessed a deep devotion for the Blessed Virgin Mary. Ruth is survived by her husband: Bernard, the Court at Felician Village; two daughters and sons-in-law: Susan and Robert Hablewitz, Manitowoc, Joan and Douglas Brefczynski, Manitowoc; four grandchildren: Gregg ( Lisa) Hablewitz, Muskego, Tom (Jen) Hablewitz, Vernon Hills, Illinois, Pete (Kelly) Brefczynski, Portland, Oregon, Ann (Steve) Mertens, Denver, Colorado; three precious great-grandsons: Jayse and Landon Brefczynski and Cole Hablewitz; she is further survived her in-laws: Roman and Eleanor Broeckert, Tillie Sharenbroch, and Mary Ellen Broeckert. Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by an infant sister: Margie; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Hilary and Sue Miller; one sister and brother-in-law: Hilary and Norb Seipel; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Art and Joan Broeckert, Rembert and Angie Broeckert, Sr. Roman Broeckert and Andrew Sharenbrock, further preceded in death by a brother-in-law: Alphonse. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand (1416 Grand Ave.) Manitowoc on Wednesday, August 6, 2014. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dave Pleier. Entombment will take place at Calvary Mausoleum at a later date. The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, August 6, 2014 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand from 9:30 AM until 10:45 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Ruth's name to St. Francis of Assisi Elementary Library. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The family wishes to thank the staff and Dr. Schmidt of Felician Village for their kind and respectful treatment of Ruth. Also, special thanks and God's blessings upon Dr. Pradeep Giriyappa for many years of excellent healthcare for Ruth and many other family members. If there is anything to clean or organize in Heaven, Ruth will be of service. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Aug. 3, 2014 ******** Ruth P. Broeckert, age 95, formerly of 1627 S 15th Street, Manitowoc died on Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at St. Mary's at Felician Village, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand (1416 Grand Ave.) Manitowoc on Wednesday, August 6, 2014. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dave Pleier. Entombment will take place at Calvary Mausoleum at a later date. The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, August 6, 2014 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand from 9:30 AM until 10:45 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Ruth's name to St. Francis of Assisi Elementary Library. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Aug. 5, 2014
BARBARA BROEKER Mrs. Fred Broeker, 80, of 1706 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday night after a week’s illness at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Pfeffer Funeral home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church. The Rev. Henry Letz will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Broeker, the former Barbara Luther, was born in the town of Franklin, August 20, 1873, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Luther. She was married Nov. 30, 1895, to Fred Broeker, and the couple moved to Manitowoc. Mrs. Broeker was a member of the Saint Theresa Society of St. Andrew Church and a charter member of the church and the Saint Theresa Aid Society. Survivors include the husband, a daughter, Mrs. Everett Van Platten of Manitowoc and eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A daughter, Mrs. Viola Greenwald, died six years ago. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday. The Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 16, 1954 P. 15 ******** Celebrate Their Silver Wedding More than 50 relatives and friends, who showered the couple with gifts of silver, joined last night in the celebration of the silver wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Broeker, 1706 So. 10th St. A delightful dinner was served at six o'clock, after which the guests were entertained by music, singing and dancing. Cinch was played, three prizes being awarded. First prize was captured by Mrs. Ed. Kadow, second by Ben Schermetzler and the last was carried off by Mrs. Frank Schliesleder. Refreshments and lunches were served during the evening. The guests departed at a late hour with well wishes to the couple for a long and happy future. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, December 1, 1920 P. 1
FRED BROEKER Fred W. Broeker, 83, of 1706 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after an illness of four weeks. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church. A grandson, the Rev. A. F. Greenwald, will be celebrant at the solemn requiem high Mass, the Rev. Allan Walt will be deacon and the Rt. Rev. Msgr. Henry Letz subdeacon. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Broeker was born at Mishicot Aug. 6, 1875, son of the late John and Johanna Schwartz Broeker. He moved to Manitowoc as a young man where Nov. 30, 1896, he married Barbara Luther. She died July 15, 1954. Mr. Broeker was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Andrew Church. He was a charter member of the church. In addition, Mr. Broeker was a member of the Royal League. He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Everett Van Patten, of Manitowoc, eight grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. A daughter, Mrs. Viola Greenwald, died 11 years gao. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday where the Holy Name society will recite the Rosary at 7 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 27, 1959 P. 13 ******** Miss Barbara Luther and Mr. Fred Broeker were married at Manitowoc on Saturday last. The bridal party returned on the 5:06 pm train and repaired to the home of the bride, where a wedding reception was held. In the evening an assemblage of friends gathered at the Opera House where dancing was indulged in. The young couple have many friends who wish them success in life. Brillion News - Fri., Dec. 6, 1895
EMIL BRONK Emil Bronk, 75, of 1114 S. 19th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10:30 am Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11 am at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Bronk was born Apr. 2, 1898 at Polonia, son of the late Joseph and Josephine Hintz Bronk. He married Pearl Eckendorf Nov. 8, 1926 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Polonia. He had been employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., for 45 years, retiring in 1963. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc, and the Boilermakers Union Local No. 443. Survivors include his wife; a son, Alvin of Manitowoc; three daughters, Miss Lorraine and Miss Mary Ann of Manitowoc and Mrs. Robert (Irene) Ciha of Two Rivers; a brother, Henry of Polonia; five sisters, Mrs. Clara Oksuita of Rosholt, Mrs. Agnes Stanislawski and Mrs. Leonard Dreva of Stevens Point, Mrs. Susan Mullen of Rothschild and Mrs. Ambrose Glodowski of Milwaukee and four grandchildren, Robby, Frank, Clarice and Cynthia. Three brothers, John, Frank and Victor preceded him in death. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 3 to 9 pm Friday where the Rosary will be recited at 7 pm by St. Mary Rosary Society and friends. Manitowoc Herald Times - Thurs., Nov. 29, 1973 - page 3 ******** (10 Apr 1898/Nov 1973/SSDI)
JEANANN F. BRONK JeanAnn F. Bronk, age 65, a resident of Alterra Sterling House, 5005 Vista Road, Manitowoc, died Sunday morning, Oct. 21, 2001 at her residence. A memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m. a Thursday, Oct. 25, 2001 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the memorial service will be the Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. She was born Dec. 6, 1935, in Manitowoc, daughter of MaryAnn Gallenberger Rezachek and the late Alois Rezachek. On April 18, 1960, she married Marvin Bronk in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death Aug. 3, 1977. JeanAnn was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co. for 35 years until her retirement. Survivors include her mother: MaryAnn Lehman, Manitowoc; a son and daughter-in-law: Michael and Susan Bronk, Greenville; five grandchildren: Brittany, Crystal, Jenna, Alyssa and Justin; a brother: Clarence Lehman, Kimberly; and four sisters and two brothers-in-law: Marlene Preston, Manitowoc; JoAnn and Terry Dickman, Michigan, Cathy Lehman, Sheboygan; and Ann and Ken Schleis, Kewaunee. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her stepfather, Clarence Lehman. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc, from 11 a.m. Thursday until the time of service at 11:30 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 24, 2001 P. A6
LORRAINE L. BRONK Miss Lorraine L. Bronk, age 73, a Manitowoc resident, met the Lord on Friday, Jan. 24, 2003 as a result of an accident. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2003 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Tom Wojiechowski, O.F.M. with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Lorraine was born Aug. 28, 1929 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Emil and Pearl Eckendorf Bronk. She graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, with the class of 1947. Lorraine was proud to be a50 year employee at Mirro Company, retiring in 1997. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the St. Mary’s Rosary and Altar Society, Manitowoc, and Manitowoc and Two Rivers Senior Centers. Survivors include a brother and sister-in-law: Alvin and Caroline Bronk, Rosholt; two sisters and one brother-in-law: identical twin, Mrs. Robert (Irene) Ciha, Two Rivers, Mary Ann and Donald Marek, Manitowoc;two nieces: Clarice Silbersack and her husband, Tom, Green Bay; Godchild: Cynthia Sook and her husband, Dan, De Pere; a nephew: Frank A. Ciha, Two Rivers; a grand niece: Emily Elizabeth Sook. Further survived by other relatives and many friends. Lorraine was preceded in death by her parents; a brother-in-law: Robert Ciha; and a nephew: Robby Ciha. The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 27, 2003 at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. led by Deacon Robert Drobka. The visitation will continue on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2003 at St. Mary Catholic Church,Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc and St.Vincent Hospital ICU and Trauma Center, Green Bay. Lorraine loved music, reading, riding her bike, her Green Bay Packers, special times with family and friends who she loved and they loved her in return. “Luv & Stuff”, Lorraine, you will be sadly missed. TO THOSE I LOVE & THOSE WHO LOVE ME While I am gone release me, let me go. I have so many things to see and do. You mustn’t tie yourself to me with tears. Be happy that we had so many beautiful years. I gave to you my love. You can only guess How much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for the love you each have shown. But now it’s time I travel on alone. To grieve for me a while if grieve you must. Then let your grief be comfort by trust, It’s only a while that we must part, To bless the memories within your heart. I won’t be far away, for life goes on, So if you need me, call and I will come, Though you can’t see or touch me, I’ll be near. And if you listen with your heart, You’ll hear all my love around you soft and clear, And then when you must come this way alone, I’ll greet you with a smile and say... “Welcome Home” Herald Times Reporter January 2003
MARVIN BRONK Marvin P. Bronk, 39, of Egg Harbor, Wis., a former Manitowoc resident, died Wednesday in Door County Memorial Hospital, Sturgeon Bay. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday in Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc and 10 a.m. in St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Harold Berryman will officiate. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Bronk was born Dec. 20, 1937, in Manitowoc, son of the late Victor and Regina Yach Bronk. Survivors include a son, Michael of Manitowoc; a brother, Norman of England; two sisters, Mrs. Glen (Ruth) Torrison of Rt. 2, Reedsville and Mrs. WiIliam (Betty) Platten of Rt. 1, Valders and nieces and nephews. Friends may call in the funeral home 4 to 9 p.m. Friday where a prayer service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, August 5, 1977 P. 3
PEARL BRONK Pearl Bronk, age 91, a Manitowoc resident, died early Thursday morning, December 14, 1995. Funeral Services wil be held Monday, December 18, 1995, at 9:30 a.m. at the PfefferFuneral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Cathlic Church. Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow at the Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. She was born March 20, 1904, in the town of Sharon, Portage County, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Victor and Mary Platta Eckendorf. She married Emil Bronk November 8, 1926, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Polonia, Wis. He preceded her in death November 28, 1973. She is a member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church. Survivors include three daughters and a son-in-law, Mary Ann and Donald Marek, Miss Lorraine Bronk, all of Manitowoc, Mrs. Robert (Irene) Ciha, Two Rivers; oen son and daughter-in-law, Alvin and Caroline Bronk, Rosholt, Wis.; one brother and sister-in-law, Stanley and Celia Eckendorf, Custer, Wis.; one sister, Clara Mazoch, Milwaukee, Wis.; two sisters-i-law, Clara Oksuita, Rosholt, Wis., Josephine Driva and her husband, Chester, Stevens Point, Wis.; one brother-in-law, Henry Bronk, Custer, Wis.; three grandchildren, Clarice Silbersack and her husband, Thomas, Cynthia Sook and her husband, Daniel, Frank A. Ciha; one great-granddaughter, Emily Sook; nieces,nephews, other relatives and many friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by one brother, Leo, two sisters, Susan and Dorothy, one grandson, Robby Ciha, one son-in-law, Robert Ciha. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 5-8 pm. Sunday evening where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. by Deacon Robert Drobka. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be sadly missed by all. Herald Times Reporter, December 15, 1995 P. A2 ******** (20 Mar 1904/14 Dec 1995/SSDI)
REGINA BRONK Mrs. Victor Bronk, 50, of 1328 S. 17th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been confined 10 days. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. John Landowski will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. The former Regina Yack was born in Portage County Jan. 4, 1910, daughter of the late John Yack and Frances Hintaz Yack Lilla. She came to Manitowoc in November of 1926 and was married to Victor Bronk Sept. 9, 1929. She was a member of the Rosary society of St. Mary Church. Surviving are the husband, stepfather and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Lilla of Polonia, Wis.; two daughters, Mrs. Glenn Torrison of Rt. 2, Reedsville, and Mrs. William Platten of Rt. 1, Valders; two sons, Norman and Marvin of Manitowoc; a step-brother, Ervin Lilla of Polonia; a sister, Miss Esther Yack of Manitowoc and nine grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will be recited by the Rosary Society at 2:15 p.m. and by the parish at 7:30. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 15, 1960 P. 11
VICTOR BRONK Victor Bronk, 69, of 1328 S. 17th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday at the family residence. Funeral services will be at 10:30 am Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11 am at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Bronk was born Dec. 23, 1903 at Polonia, Wis., son of the late John and Josphine Hinz Bronk. He married Regina Yach Sept. 9, 1929 at Polonia. She preceded him in death Feb. 14, 1960. Prior to his retirement in 1966, he was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., and was a member of Union Local 409, Manitowoc. Survivors include two sons, Norman of England and Marvin of Egg Harbor; two daughters, Mrs. Glenn (Ruth) Torrison, Rt. 2, Reedsville and Mrs. William (Betty) Platten, Rt. 1, Valders; two brothers, Emil of Manitowoc and Henry of Polonia; five sisters, Mrs. Clara Oksuita of Roshold, Mrs. Agnes Stanislawski of Stevens Point, Mrs. Susan Mullen of Roschschild, Mrs. Leonard Dreva of Stevens Point and Mrs. Ambrose Glodowki of Milwaukee and 13 grandchildren. Two brothers, John and Frank preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 9 pm Sunday where a Wake Memorial service will be held at 7 pm. Manitowoc Herald Times - Fri., Nov. 23, 1973 - page 3 ******** (23 Dec 1903/Nov 1973/SSDI)
JAMES A. BROOKE James A. Brooke, 48, of 1028 Glenview Drive, Manitowoc, died Friday, September 25, 1987 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Monday at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Jeff VandenHeuvel will officiate and entombment will be in Calvary Chapel Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Mr. Brooke was born July 21, 1939 at Minneapolis, Minnesota, son of Betty Atwell Brooke and the late James O. Brooke. He grew up in Davenport, Iowa and attended the University of Iowa and graduated from St. Ambrose College, Davenport, Iowa with a degree in Accounting in 1964. He was an Accountant in Milwaukee and Manitowoc with various local firms until his illness. He married Pat J. Palesch on February 7, 1970 at Wausau, Wisconsin. The couple moved to Manitowoc in 1970. Mr. Brooke was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church, former member of Holy Innocents Board of Education, member and past president of Holy Innocents Athletic Association, member B.P.O. Elks Manitowoc Lodge No. 687, member Manitowoc Breakfast Kiwanis club, former member of Manitowoc County Heart Fund and officer and director of Lakeshore Curling club. Survivors include his wife, Pat; two sons, Jim and Brad, at home; his mother, Betty A.Brooke of Davenport, Iowa; his brother, Duncombe of Davenport; his brother, Charles and wife Karen of Davenport; his sister, Becky and husband, Lyn Kidd of Gurnee, Illinois; his brother, John and wife, Libbet of Davenport; his mother-in-law, Mrs. Gertrude Palesch of Wausau; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Lynn Brooke of Bettendorf, Iowa, Ray and Barbara Palesch of Yakima, Washington and Ron and Becky Palesch of Seattle, Washington; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei 9th Street Chapel, Manitowoc, 5 pm to 9 pm Sunday where a prayer service will be at 8:30 pm by Deacon Don Gigure. Manitowoc Herald Times - Sun., Sept. 27, 1987 - page 19 ******** (BROOKE James A. 7/21/1939 9/25/1987 Phase II Alc A SW Tier D Crypt 5/Sanctuary Of Hope)
BRONWEN ANN BROOKS Bronwen Ann Brooks, age 90, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at St. Mary's at Felician Village. Bronwen was born on August 6, 1926 in Rock Ferry, England to the late John and Catherine Moran Philpotts. Bronwen met her beloved husband, Angelus Brooks, during World War II in England. The were united in marriage on March 2, 1946 at St. Anne's Catholic Church in Rock Ferry, England. She then crossed the Atlantic Ocean on the S.S. Holbrook with fellow war brides to join her husband in Manitowoc on June 6, 1946 where she began her new life in America. Bronwen had been employed at Mirro Aluminum Company, Fanny Farmer Candy Store, and later retired from First Wisconsin Bank. She kept active with many hobbies including sewing, knitting, and reading. Bronwen also enjoyed visiting with her friends in The War Brides Club and was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Survivors include Bronwen's husband of 70 years: Andy Brooks; three children: Cathy (Paul) Peters, Manitowoc; Pamela (Joseph) Pyzyk, Brookfield; and Paul Brooks, Two Rivers; four grandchildren: Andrew (Sarah) Pyzyk, Michael Pyzyk, Nathan (Michelle) Brooks, and Laura (Steve) nee Brooks Kratz; four great grandchildren: Logan, Ethan, and Landon Brooks, and Mason Kratz; sister: Joyce (Joe) McKeown, England; three sisters-in-law: Joyce, Margaret, and Therese Philpotts; special friends: Caroline and Allen Kaderabek; also nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Bronwen was preceded in death by her parents, five brothers: William, John, Roy, Brian and Alan Philpotts; and three sisters-in-law. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, August 15, 2016 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand - 1416 Grand Avenue, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be concelebrated by Rev. Dave Pleier and Rev. Kenneth Knippel with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum. A luncheon will then be held at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center located on the south property of the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Sunday, August 14, 2016 from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. A prayer service will be led by Deacon Alan Boeldt at 5 p.m. The visitation will continue on Monday at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials in Bronwen's name. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Aug. 12, 2016
KATHERINE BROOKS Mrs. Katherine Brooks, 95, of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, died late Saturday evening, November 30, at St. Mary Home. Funeral services will be 9 am Tuesday at the Chapel at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Thomas Wojiechowski and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Brooks was born February 6, 1890 at Koblenz, Germany, daughter of the late William and Maria Bobeck Breitback. She came to the United States in 1920, settling in Manitowoc, where she has resided since. She married Charles Brooks in Germany. He preceded her in death on December 1, 1958. Survivors include four sons and two daughters-in-law, Angelus and Bronwen Brooks of Manitowoc, William and Delores Brooks of Milwaukee, Nicholas Brooks of Two Rivers and James Brooks of Milwaukee; six grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a son, a great grandson, two brothers, two sisters and a daughter-in-law. Friends may call at the Chapel at St.Mary Home, Manitowoc, 6 pm to 7 pm this Monday evening where a prayer service will be at 7 pm. Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of arrangements. Manitowoc Herald times - Mon., Dec. 2, 1985 - page 3
LOIS BROOKS Mrs. Nicholas Brooks, 47, of 3611 Tannery Rd., Two Rivers, died Monday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc with the Rev. Gerald Schrankler officiating. Mrs. Brooks' body was donated to the Medical College of Wisconsin at Milwaukee. Mrs. Brooks, nee Lois Roehl, was born March 4, 1927, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late William and Anna Wachter Roehl. She was married to Nicholas Brooks July 26, 1949, at Green Bay. Survivors include her husband, nephews, nieces and cousins. The family requests memorials to the Heart Foundation. Herald Times Reporter, Tuesday, November 12, 1974 P. 20
NICHOLAS G. BROOKS Nicholas G. Brooks, age 90, a resident of Northland Lodge, Two Rivers, died Monday October 20, 2014. Nicholas was born July 11, 1924 in Chicago, IL, a son of the late Charles and Katherine (Breitbach) Brooks. He graduated from Lincoln High School in Manitowoc in 1942, and served with the U.S. Naval Air Corps during World War II. Nicholas married the former Lois Roehl in 1949 at Waukegan, IL. She preceded him in death in 1974. Nick worked for many years at Kelvinator in Manitowoc until his retirement. He loved the outdoors, and was an avid sportsman who loved hunting and fishing; he was also a lifetime member of the N.R.A. He is survived by one brother & sister-in-law, Angelus and Bronwen Brooks of Manitowoc; one half brother, John Adams of Green Bay; along with several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by his father-in-law & mother-in-law, William and Anna Roehl; three brothers, Peter, James, and William Brooks; and a niece, Cheryl Luther. A memorial service for Nick will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at Calvary Chapel Mausoleum, 2601 S. 14th St., Manitowoc. Rev. Tom Reynebeau will officiate at the service, with burial to follow in the Calvary Cemetery. Military graveside rites will be accorded immediately following the service by members of the Amvet Post #99 of Manitowoc. The family will greet friends and relatives prior to the service on Tuesday, from 12:30 until 1:00 p.m. at Calvary Chapel Mausoleum. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St. Two Rivers, assisted the Brooks family with arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Nov. 23, 2014
BERTHA BROTSKI Bertha Brotski, age 97, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2008, at Shady Lane, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 12, 1911, in De Pere, daughter of the late Henry and Mary (Albers) Willems. On Nov. 23, 1932, she married Jules Brotski, and he preceded her in death on Dec. 6, 1983. Bertha worked several years with the Girl Scout Association and was a member of the Manitowoc Senior Center and the Daughters of Isabella. She also did volunteer work for several nursing homes in Manitowoc and St. Vincent DePaul Society food pantry, hosting their food pantry in their home for many years. She and her husband, Jules, were also volunteer drivers for the Manitowoc Chapter of the Red Cross. Bertha was responsible for the preparation of meals for various church related functions at St. Boniface Catholic Church. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, baking and playing Sheepshead. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters: Martin, Marie, Margaret, Josephine, Joseph, Frances and Janet; a son-in-law: John Kirch; and also by a very special granddaughter: Sharon Johnson. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 21, 2008, at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Daniel Schuster, with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 20, 2008. A prayer service will be held at 4:30 p.m., led by the Rev. Daniel Schuster. Friends may also call on Monday morning at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 10:30 a.m. Herald Times Reporter, July 19, 2008
DOROTHY MAE BROTSKI Mrs. Stanley G. Brotski, 42, of 1271 S. 31st St., Manitowoc, died shortly after noon Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. John Hephner will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Brotski, nee Dorothy Kubsh, was born April 17, 1930, at Manitowoc, daughter of Wencel and Eleanor Shusta Kubsh. She was a lifelong Manitowoc County resident. She was married to Mr. Brotski Nov. 23, 1972, at Manitowoc. She had been employed at Kubsch Country Inn, Kellnersville, and presently was employed as head cook at the Manitowoc County Hospital. She was a member of the Royal Neighbors. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at the funeral home where memorial service will be held at 7:30. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 20, 1972 ******* Funeral services for Mrs. Stanley G. Brotski will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday where memorial services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 21, 1972
JOSEPH BROTSKI Joseph Brotzski, 67, of 1223 South Ninth street, died yesterday afternoon at the Holy Family hospital. Mr. Brotzski was born in Glenmore, Wis., in 1882. He moved to Manitowoc in 1937. His wife, the former Julia Wozniak, whom he married in 1906, survives. Other survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Ed Krause of Reedsville and Mrs. John Hoffman of Manitowoc; three sons, Julius, Edward and Stanley all of Manitowoc; two brothers, Walter of Green Bay and Antone of Denmark; 14 grandchildren and two great grand children. Funeral services will be held at the Pfeffer funeral home at 9 o’clock Tuesdaymorning and 9:30 at the St. Boniface Catholic church, Rev. Alfred Pritzl officiating. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. The body will lie in state at the funeral home from Sunday noon until time of services. The Holy Name society, of which he was a member, will recite the rosary at 7 p.m. Monday. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 11, 1949 P. 2
JULES J. BROTSKI Jules J. Brotski, 72, of 1032 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening, Dec. 6, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a long struggle with cancer. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore J. Hendricks will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Brotski was born Oct. 30, 1911, at Denmark, son of the late Joseph and Julia Wozniak Brotski. He married Bertha Willems, Nov. 23, 1932, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, West DePere, Wis. The couple moved to Manitowoc in 1935. Mr. Brotski was employed as a truck driver over 40 years with Olson Transportation Company and Central Wisconsin Transportation Company, retiring in 1973. The couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1982. Mr. Brotski was president of ushers of St. Boniface Catholic Church, also vice president of St. Vincent DePaul Chapter of St. Boniface Catholic Church. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 710, a volunteer driver for Red Cross, Senior Citizens of Manitowoc and Teamsters Local. Survivors include his wife, Bertha; two sons and daughters-in-law, Alvin and Liliane Brotski of Charlottesville, Va., and David and Sally Brotski of Neenah; three daughters and sons-in-law, Lillian and Vernon Lawerentz, Alene and John Kirch and Beverly and Stephen Hamann all of Manitowoc; a brother and sister-in-law, Edward and Lorraine Brotski of Manitowoc; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Mrs. Vera Krause and Angeline and John Hoffman of Manitowoc; 12 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Stanley and a granddaughter, Sharon Johnson. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 o’clock to 9 o’clock this Thursday afternoon, where a prayer service will be at 7:30 o’clock by the Knights of Columbus, the members of the parish, relatives and friends. Herald Times Reporter, December 7, 1983 P. 3
JULIA BROTSKI Mrs. Julia Brotski, 74, of 1271 S. 31st St., Manitowoc, died late Friday afternoon at the home of a nephew at Green Bay following a coronary attack. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, the Rev. Alfred Pritzl officiating Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Brotski was born Feb. 18, 1886, in Brown County, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Woznick. She was married to Joseph Brotski July, 1905, in Brown County. They moved to Francis Creek 23 years ago and to Manitowoc 16 years ago. Her husband preceded her in death in 1949. She was a member of the Christian Mothers Society at St. Boniface. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Edward Krause of Reedsville and Mrs. John Hoffman of Manitowoc; three sons; Jules and Stanley of Manitowoc and Edwa5rd of Francis Cree; a sister, Mrs. Stanley Suidzinski of Green Bay; 25 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 30, 1960 P. 11
MARY BROTSKI Mrs. Stanley G. Brotski, 54, of 1271 S. 31st St., Manitowoc, died Friday at University Hospital, Madison, where she was a patient three weeks. Funeral services will be at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Msgr. Alfred Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Brotski, the former Mary R. Bishop, was born Jan. 25, 1914, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Walter and Veronica Skrzypczynski Bishop, and was married to Stanley Szymczyk Sept. 14, 1929. He preceded her in death Nov. 28, 1952. She was married to Mr. Brotski Sept. 15, 1959, at St. Boniface Church. Survivors include the husband; four sons, Robert Szymczyk, with the U.S. Army in South Carolina, Ronald, James and Allan, of Manitowoc; three daughters, Mrs. Larry (Janet) Martell, Mrs. Lerele (Patricia) Sharpe and Miss Veronica of Manitowoc; three brothers, Joseph and Alois of Milwaukee and Edward of Manitowoc; four sisters, Mrs. Anthony Polczynski of St. Francis, Wis., Mrs. Edward Meiller of Milwaukee, Mrs. Albert Blanchett of Marinette and Miss Irene of Manitowoc and 17 grandchildren. A daughter preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Monday where at 7:30 p.m. the Rosary will be recited. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 11, 1968 P. 6
STANLEY G. BROTSKI Stanley G. (Red) Brotski, 66, of 1271 S. 31st St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday, Jan. 19, at his residence. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore J. Hendricks will officiate and burial will be in Calvary cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Brotski was born April 23, 1918, in Brown County, son of the late Joseph and Julia Wocniak Brotski. He married Mary R. Biship Szymczyk Sept. 15, 1959, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. She preceded him in death May 10, 1968. He then married Dorothy (Mae) Kubsch Nooker, Nov. 18, 1972, at Manitowoc. She preceded him in death Dec. 19, 1972. Mr. Brotski was a Veteran of World War II serving in the United States Army as a PFC with the 127th Infantry serving overseas in the Pacific Theatre. He was employed at Eck Foundry for over 35 years retiring in 1982. Survivors include two brothers and sisters-in-law, Jules and Bertha Brotski and Edward and Lorraine Brotski both of Manitowoc; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Angeline and John Hoffman and Mrs. Vera Krause all of Manitowoc; nieces; nephews; stepchildren; other relatives and friends. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 o’clock to 9 o’clock this Thursday afternoon where a prayer service will be at 7 o’clock. Herald Times Reporter, January 20, 1983 P. 3 ********* (23 Apr 1916/Jan 1983/SSDI)
BARBARA BRUCKNER Mrs. John (Barbara Siehr) Bruckner, age 50, of Flagstaff, Ariz., passed away unexpectedly in Flagstaff, Ariz. Barbara was born on Aug. 23, 1957. She is the daughter of William and Veronica (Frelich) Siehr. She was a graduate of Roncalli High School, with the class of 1976. She continued her education at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where she obtained her degree in accounting. She was married to John Bruckner in 1997, in Fish Creek, Door County. Barbara enjoyed quilting and spending time with her two dogs. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents: Edward and Florence Frelich; and paternal grandparents: Philip and Eleanore Siehr. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2007, at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. John Schuetze, with entombment of the cremains to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand Ave. on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials to either the Endometriosis Association or the Celiac Disease Foundation. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 30, 2007 ******** (Mausoleum/Sanctuary of Faith/Niche)
ADELINE BRUECHERT Mrs. Adeline G. Bruechert, 78, of 2819 Harding Place, Manitowoc, died Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 16, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Philip Hoffmann will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Bruechert, nee Adeline Gertrude Schmitz, was born Oct. 25, 1906, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of the late Anton and Mary Bauer Schmitz. She was married to John E. Bruechert Oct. 11, 1927, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death July 5, 1969. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Earl and Ann Bruechert of Leesburg, Fla., a daughter and son-in-law, Ethel and John Spooner of Milwaukee; a brother and sister-in-law, William and Ruth Schmitz of Manitowoc; ten grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two granddaughters, brothers and sisters. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, where a prayer service will be 8 p.m. Friday by Rev. Philip Hoffmann. Herald Times Reporter, January 17, 1985 P. 3
JAMES BRUECHERT James Michael, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Bruechert, Manitowoc Rapids, died Wednesday evening at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. He was born Oct. 12. Funeral services wiere at 3 p.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Clement P. Kern officiated and burial was in Calvary Cemetery. Surviving in addition to the parents are two brothers, Gary and Paul, and a sister, Sandra, at home; paternal grandparetns, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Bruechert of (missing words) ents, (sic) Mr. and Mrs. Paul Anders of St. Nazianz; and great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Anton Halverson of Manitowoc Rapids. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, October 24, 1957 P. 24
JOHN E. BRUECHERT John E. Bruechert, 63, died Saturday evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he had been removed earlier after suffering a coronary attack at home, 2819 Harding Pl., Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Clement P. Kern will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Bruechert was born Aug. 16, 1905, at Manitowoc, son of the late John E. and Emma Gierke Bruechert Sr. A lifelong Manitowoc resident, he married Adeline G. Schmitz. Oct. 11, 1927. Before retiring in May he had been employed 57 years at Aluminum specialty Co., Manitowoc, as a press operator. He was a 25-year member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 706, American Industrial Workers Union Local 413 and 127 Infantry, Company E, Wiconsin National Guard for three years. Surviving him are his wife, a son Earl J. Bruechert, of Manitowoc, a daughter, Mrs. John Spooner, of Milwaukee; two sisters, Mrs. Alice Bialek of Manitowoc and Mrs. Pauline Bill, of Chicago and 10 grandchildren. Two brothers and two grandchildren preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7 o’clock this Monday evening and the Eagles memorial service will be at 8 o’clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 7, 1969 P. 9
WENDY ANN BRUECHERT Funeral services for Wendy Ann Bruechert, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Earl J. Bruechert, of 1457 Elder Dr., Manitowoc, who died at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, Saturday a short time after birth, were at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Daniel Gilsdorf officiated and burial was in Calvary Cemetery. Besides her parents, the infant is survived by a sister, three brothers (names omitted for privacy), and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John E. Bruechert, Manitowc and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Bohachek, of Melnik. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 7, 1966 P. 9
RICHARD "RICK" BRULL Richard P. 'Ricky' Brull, age 46, a Manitowoc resident, died unexpectedly Saturday, July 9, 2005 at his home. Ricky was born July 17, 1958 in Manitowoc, son of Gwendolyn M. (Junk) Brull and the late Donald R. Brull. He grew up and was educated in Manitowoc and attended Lincoln High School. Ricky was a handyman and enjoyed drawing, hunting, fishing and motorcycles. Survivors include a daughter: Heidi Brull, Manitowoc and special friend, Frank Miglieri; son: David Kalista, Manitowoc; granddaughter: Marissa Sorge; mother: Gwendolyn M. (Junk) Brull, Manitowoc; maternal grandmother: Ann Junk, Manitowoc; brothers and sisters: Debi (Allan) Erickson; Terri (Richard) Quistorf, all Manitowoc; Chuck Brull and fiance Aimee Baum, Hawthorne, Fla.; Jeffrey (Lisa) Brull, Wellington, Fla., Anthony (Mary Jane) Brull, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to his father, Ricky was predeceased by his maternal grandfather, paternal grandparents and a nephew Logan Brull. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at St. Francis of Assisi Parish - Waldo Site, Waldo Blvd. at North 14th St. The Rev. Dan Felton will officiate with burial at Calvary Cemetery. Relatives and friends may greet the family from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the Church. Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc is serving the Brull Family. Herald Times Reporter, 7/11/2005
CHARLEY BRULLOW 4 FLU DEAD REPORTED TODAY SECOND DEATH SIEVERT FAMILY; C. BRULLOW DEAD Other Victims are Paul Hoefner and Herman Wernecke Influenza and pneumonia are claiming a heavy toll in death in Manitowoc, four of six deaths reported today being chargeable to the epidemic, which, despite every effort of the health authorities, appears to be spreading and may force stringent regulations for isolation for protection of the public. The death toll today: ******* Pneumonia, following influenza, caused the death at the hospital this morning of Charles Brullow, who came to the city last fall and engaged in business as undertaker on South Tenth street. Mr. Brullow, his wife and three children, were removed to the hospital a few days ago, all suffering from influenza and Mr. Brullow developed pneumonia. Death came at 6 this morning. The funeral will be held at St. Boniface church Monday morning with interment at Calvary, and will be under the auspices of the local council Knghts of Columbus with which decedent became affiliated last November. He was a convert to the Catholic faith. Mr. Brullow was 26 years of age, having been born at Neenah Jan. 9, 1885. He graduated from Marquette college in 1918 and passed the state board of examination as embalmer and funeral director in August of that year. Last fall he came here as assistant at the Urbanek & Wattawa Co. and later engaged in business for himself. Deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Nina Brullow, and three children, Dorothy, Hubert and Carl. His father Fredrick Brullow, of Milwaukee, also survives and arrived last evening to be with his son. Mr. Brullow was the first member of Manitowoc council, K.C. to become an insurance member of the order here, carrying a $1000 policy. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. February 6, 1920 P. 1
GEORGE E. BRUNMEIER George E. Brunmeier, 61, of 314 N. 44th Street, Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening, January 14, 1992, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. David Ruby will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and entombment will follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. He was born October 17, 1930, in Sheboygan, son of Esther Hertel Brunmeier and the late Edmund Brunmeier. He served in the United States Navy from 1948 to 1952. He married the former Rosemary J. Huebner on August 21, 1954, at Holy Name Catholic Church, Sheboygan. After their marriage the couple made their home in Manitowoc. Mr. Brunmeier had been employed by Kohler company of Kohler, Wis., for the past 24 years and had been a member of Amvets Post No. 99. Survivors include his wife, Rosemary Brunmeier of Manitowoc; two sons and daughters-in-law, Tim and Pam Brunmeier of Manitowoc, Terry and Linda Brunmeier of Manitowoc; his mother, Esther Brunmeier of Cleveland; five grandchildren, Stephanie, Greg, Rachel, Kevin and Daniel Brunmeier; two brothers and a sister-in-law, John Brunmeier of Chicago, Charles and Kathy Brunmeier of Shawano; a sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Al Neumeyer of Shawano. He was preceded in death by his father; a brother; a sister and a son, Patrick. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday. Prayer Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday evening led by Deacon Ken Nelesen. Manitowoc Herald Times January 15, 1992 pg. B8
ROSEMARY J. BRUNMEIER Rosemary J. Brunmeier, age 82, a resident of the Felician Village at St. Mary's Home, died Thursday, April 21, 2016 at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc. Rosemary was born on April 8, 1934 in Sheboygan, daughter of the late Elmer and Isabelle (Ording) Huebner. She was a graduate of Sheboygan North High School, Class of 1952. On August 21, 1954 she married George E. Brunmeier at Holy Name Catholic Church, Sheboygan. He preceded her in death in 1992. Rosemary was the head cook at Branch River Country Club, St. Mary's Home and Silver Lake College until her retirement. She enjoyed reading and cooking. Survivors include two sons and one daughter-in-law: Tim Brunmeier & special friend Debbie Seehafer, Manitowoc, Terry & Linda Brunmeier, Manitowoc; five grandchildren: Stephanie Brunmeier, Appleton, Greg (Kelly) Brunmeier, Manitowoc, Rachel (Mike) Savage, Appleton, Kevin (Rachel) Brunmeier, Neenah, Daniel Brunmeier, Beloit; four great grandchildren: Khloe & Trent Brunmeier, Lucas & Maci Savage; one brother and sister-in-law: Bryce & Ola Huebner; one sister: Carol Achilles; two sisters-in-law: Doris Huebner and Kathy Brunmeier; and one brother-in-law: John Brunmeier. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by a son: Patrick; a brother: Cliff Huebner; and four brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law: Norman Achilles, Robert Brunmeier, Charlie Brunmeier and Al & Mary Neumeyer. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Service will be the Rev. Dave Pleier with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, 2016 until 1:45 p.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at The Court at Felician Village, St. Mary's Home and Holy Family Hospice for the wonderful care extended to our mother. Sheboygan Press Apr. 23, 2016
DONALD G. BRUNNER Donald George Brunner, age 81, of Fort Myers, Fla., passed away on Sept. 8, 2007, at Shell Point Retirement Community in Fort Myers. Don was a former resident of Weyauwega and Waupaca. Don was born in Manitowoc on April 24, 1926, the son of the late George and Edna (Kaufman) Brunner. Don graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. After high school, he entered the Armed forces. Don graduated from Officer Candidate School in Fort Benning, Ga. He served as a lieutenant during World War II and served after the war in the 2753 Engineering Battalion in North Africa. Don graduated from Marquette University in 1951 with a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering. Don was employed at Brillion Iron Works from 1951 to 1955. He left Brillion Iron Works in 1955 to begin work at a new company named the Waupaca Foundry. Don began as the plant manager of operations of the Waupaca Foundry in 1955. Through his perseverance, leadership and vision, the company grew from 13 employees in an old garage, to employees numbering over 3,600 in six plants. Don was the president and CEO of the Waupaca Foundry from 1972 until his retirement in 1997. Don was an active member and contributor to the Cast Metals Federation, the Foundry Education Foundation (FEF) and the American Foundry Association (AFS). He served as president of the North East Chapter of AFS and as a member of AFS Board of Directors. Upon his retirement from Waupaca Foundry, a scholarship was established in his name, which is awarded annually to a student member of FEF who is entering his or her senior year in college. In September of 1986, Don was presented with the Iron Casting Society's highest honor, The Gold Metal. In 1993, he received the Gold Metal Award from AFS, which now regarded as the industry's most prestigious honor. In 1983, the Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce named Don as the Person of the Year, recognizing his enthusiasm and loyalty to the community. Don shared his passion of flying with family and friends. Don obtained pilots' licenses with land and sea rating, multi-engine rating and instrument rating. During his flying years, Don built five airplanes. He was a supporter and promoter of the Waupaca Airport, which was named Brunner Field in his honor. Don was responsible for the development of the Club Hangar at Central County Airport in Ogdensburg, which he named 68C. Don was a lifetime member of EAA. Don believed in giving back to the community. He did so very quietly, and in many ways. Don was a staunch supporter of education, and he initiated the Waupaca Foundry College scholarship program. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and founder of the Trinity Lutheran Church Endowment Fund. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Don was preceded in death by a stepdaughter: Jacqueline (Earl) Krigbaum. Visitation will be held at Holly Funeral Home, 526 S. Main St., Waupaca, on Thursday, Sept. 13, 2007, from 4 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Waupaca, on Friday, Sept. 14, 2007, at 11 a.m. The Rev. Dr. Charles Tews will officiate. The family will have a private service for the entombment at Calvary Mausoleum in Manitowoc. In lieu of flowers, the family would like the memorials to be made to the Foundry Education Foundation for the Donald Brunner Scholarship, the National Parkinson Foundation or Trinity Lutheran Church Endowment Fund. Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 11, 2007 ******** (Mausoleum/Sanctuary Of Faith)
EDNA J. BRUNNER Edna J. Brunner, 80, of 2407A Meadow Lane, Manitowoc, died Monday, March 14, at Holy Family Hospital. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Philip Hoffmann will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Brunner, nee Edna J. Kaufman, was born Sept. 15, 1902, at Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of the late Alex and Margaret Michael Kaufman. She was a lifelong Manitowoc County resident and was married to George Brunner June 10, 1924, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Silver Lake. He preceded her in death December, 1953. She had been employed at Holy Family Hospital diet kitchen for 16 years. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Don and Marge Brunner of Waupaca; two brothers, Henry Kaufman of Manitowoc and Ray Kaufman of Manitowoc Rapids; five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A brother and a sister preceded her in death. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home after 9 a.m. Wednesday. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation. Herald Times Reporter, March 15, 1983 P. 3 *Note: Transcription death year and newspaper date are a year off.
GEORGE D. BRUNNER Funeral services for George D. Brunner, 51, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, who died Wednesday in a Shawano hospital as result of injuries received in an automobile accident Nov. 25, will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc and at 9 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Silver Lake. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home, after 2 p.m. Friday where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, December 10, 1953 P.29
LORIENE G. BRUNNER Loriene G. Brunner, age 91, formerly of Manitowoc, and currently of 3472 Herrmann Drive, Greenleaf, died on Wednesday evening, Jan. 23, 2008, at Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay. The former Loriene Cherney was born on Feb. 22, 1916, at Mishicot, daughter of the late Gustave and Margaret (Brouchoud) Cherney. She grew up in Mishicot, and attended Holy Cross Elementary School, and graduated from Mishicot High School. On June 6, 1933, she was married to Urban G. Brunner at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot. Urban preceded her in death on April 29, 1993. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Manitowoc. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She was preceded in death by one brother and two sisters. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2008, at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Grand Avenue Site, 1416 Grand Ave. The Rev. Dan Felton will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial, with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations would be appreciated for the Future Seminarians Fund. The Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory of Manitowoc is serving the Brunner family. Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 25, 2008 ******** (Mausoleum/Sanctuary Of Love)
MARGARET E. BRUNNER Age 79 passed away on Friday, October 5, 2007, at Shell Point Retirement Community in Fort Myers, Fl. She was born July 14, 1928 in Stevens Point, WI; daughter of Godfrey and Margaret (Wilke) Clayton. On February 2, 1977, Maggie married Donald G. Brunner in Lake Tahoe, NV. He preceded her in death on September 8, 2007. Maggie is survived by: Son-in-law: Earl Krigbaum; Granddaughter: Kayla Krigbaum; Sister: Alice "Suze" Nickolie. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Donald G. Brunner, and her daughter, Jacqueline Krigbaum. A Funeral Service will be on Thursday, October 11, 2007 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waupaca, WI. Reverend Dr. Charles L. Tews will officiate. Entombment will be at Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum in Manitowoc, WI. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter ********& (Mausoleum/Sanctuary Of Faith)
ROBERT DENNIS BRUNNER Robert "Bob" Dennis Brunner, died after a short and courageous battle with Lung/Head and Neck Cancer. He was born on June 17, 1961, in Brillion, Wisconsin, and died Dec. 10, 2010, at Shelby Baptist Medical Hospital, Pelham, Alabama. His Mother, Father and Brother were with him when he earned his angel wings. He is survived by his parents: Robert "Bob" and Charlotte "Char" Brunner, Pelham, Ala., formerly of Brillion, Wisconsin. His sisters and brother: Debra (Mike) Outlaw of Apex, N.C., Julie (Wish) Olson of Iron Mountain Mich., Terese Brunner and friend Mitch Schrage of Kiel, Wis., Timothy (Jennifer) Brunner of Hoover, Ala.; his grandmother: Agnes M. Sauer of Manitowoc. His nieces and nephews: Corey Behnke and friend Rachel, Sonia (Lee) Rodgers and Tyler, Randy (Vicki) Olson and Michaela and Zachary, Ray (Marie) Olson and Alana and Melody, Angi, Ric, and Meagan, Desiree Erdmann, Joshua, Abby, and Anna Brunner, and Jessica Schrage. All of his aunts and uncles and many cousins; his best pal: "Bella Nova" his constant companion a German Shorthair Pointer; and his godmother: Jewel Hoeffner. He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Raymond Sauer, Urban and Loriene Brunner; his cousin: Randy Sauer; his godfather: Donald Hoeffner. Bob proudly served his country with the U.S. Air Force. He had been employed by CCI Systems, Inc. of Iron Mountain, Mich. He was a partner in B & T Lawn Care, Pelham, Ala. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. This fall, he was able to do what he loved best, going to the UP of Michigan to hunt, and getting a 9 and 7 point buck and a doe with his bow and gun. He will be transferred to Manitowoc, with a Memorial Service to be held at St. Francis of Assisi, at the Waldo Worship Site, 1121 N. 14th St., Manitowoc. Visitation and services are from 9 to 11 a.m., with Mass to follow on Friday, Dec. 31, 2010. He will be interned at the Calvary Catholic Cemetery & Chapel Mausoleum. A special thank you to Fr. Dan Felton, Anne Lensmire, The Parish of St. Francis of Assisi, Manitowoc, and all that helped in any way. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations may be made to CaringBridge.org in Bob's name. Without this site no one could have kept up with the last 8 months of his life. Herald Times Reporter Dec. 29, 2010
THERESA BRUNNER Mrs. Theresa Brunner, 73, widow of William Brunner, died Monday evening at the Holy Family hospital. She had suffered a stroke earlier in the day at her home, 1117 S. 14th Street, and was removed to the hospital where she died. The body was taken to the Pfeffer funeral home, and will lie in state after Wednesday noon there. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 8:30 a.m. at the funeral home, followed by a requiem mass in the St. Boniface Catholic church with the Rev. Peter Duerr as celebrant. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. Mrs. Brunner, nee Theresa Grall, was born at Whitelaw Feb. 11, 1871, and was married 45 years ago to Mr. Brunner. He preceded her in death 13 years ago. Survivors are a daughter, Miss Dolores Brunner, Oak Park, Ill., two brothers, John and Wolfgang Grall, Whitelaw, and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Staudinger of Manitowoc and Mrs. Joseph Kohlbeck of Marshfield. The St. Anne CMA society, of which Mrs. Brunner was a member, will meet at the homestead home Wednesday evening at 9 o'clock to recite the rosary. Manitowoc Herald Times Tuesday, April 25, 1944
URBAN G. BRUNNER Urban G. Brunner, age 83, of 2214 Granger Road, Manitowoc, died Thursday, April 29, 1993, at the North Ridge Care Center. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, at Calvary Chapel Mausoleum, 2601 South 14th St., Manitowoc. Officiating will be Father Gerald Foley and entombment will follow at the Calvary Mausoleum. He was born January 22, 1910, in Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late George and Margaret Holzer Brunner. He married the former Loriene Cherney on June 6, 1933, at Holy Cross Church, Mishicot, Wis. He was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church, and a former member the Musicians Local No. 195. He was employed for many years with the Weyerhauser Company, Manitowoc, retiring in 1972. He is survived by his wife, Loriene Brunner; four sons and three daughters-in-law, Robert and Char Brunner, Birmingham, Ala, Roger and Colleen Brunner, Manitowoc, Ralph and Janice Brunner, Manitowoc, James Brunner and friend, Sandy Wery, Green Bay, Wis.; one daughter and son-in-law, Mary Jane and Richard Herrmann, Greenleaf, Wis.; one sister, Mary Fessler, Manitowoc; three sisters-in-law, and one brother-in-law, Lola Stahl, St. Nazianz, Mable Tuschel, Green Bay, Lloyd and Marion Cherney, Manitowoc; thirteen grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren; Preceded in death by his parents and one brother. Friends may call at Calvary Chapel Mausoleum, 2601 South 14th St., Manitowoc, from 6-9 p.m. on Friday and from 10 a.m. until the time of services on Saturday. There will be a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. led by Deacon Ken Nelesen. The Jens Funeral Home of Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, April 30, 1993 P. A2
WILLIAM BRUNNER 5 DAY ILLNESS FATAL TO WM. BRUNNER, 58 Coming down with pneumonia on Sylvester eve, William Brunner, 58, passed away last night at 12 o'clock at the hospital here, where he was removed from his home when his condition became critical. His death was a shock to his family and friends. Mr. Brunner had been employed as a woodworker at the plant of the Welch Mfg. Co. He was born in Green Bay and spent his early life in Germany ot (sic) which country his parents removed when he was a boy. Later he came back to this country and located in this city. He was married here in 1899 to Theresa Grall, who survives him with one daughter Dolores. Two brothers, Frank of Milwaukee and Joseph of Germany and two sisters, Mrs. Fred Kanthack of Chicago and Mrs. Albert Kanthack of Fox Lake, Ill. also survive. The deceased was a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin, the St. Boniface society and the Holy Name society. The remains were removed this afternoon to the family home, 1017 South 14th street from the Wattawa-Urbanek-Schlei funeral home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday morning at 9 o'clock from the St. Boniface church, with burial in Calvary cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, January 6, 1931 P.2
MILTON "SHORTY" BRUNS Milton C. Bruns, age 81, of 1700 Green St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, October 25, 1997, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 Wednesday, October 29, 1997, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Camillus Janas O.F.M. with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. He was born May 2, 1916, in Manitowoc, son of the late Edwin G. and Linda Waak Bruns. He married the former Sally Binversie July 18, 1942, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church School Hill. The couple had celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1992. Shorty was employed at the Aluminum Specialty Company for 47 years until his retirement in 1981. Milton was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church, the Golden "K" of Manitowoc, and he was an avid card player and loved playing golf. Survivors include his wife, Sally Bruns, Manitowoc; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Gerald (Jerry) Bruns, Manitowoc, Jeff and Susan Bruns, Dunnelon, Fla.; five grandchildren, Darrick, Jennifer, Jason, Jonathan and Joseph; one stepsister, Clarabelle Eden, Manitowoc; three brothers-in-law, Sal Binversie and his wife Grace, School Hill, Urban Binversie and his wife Mary, School Hill, Ralph Binversie and his wife Betty, Valders; two sisters-in-law, Esther Goehring and her husband Jack, Valders, Heddy Vogel and her husband Dick, Green Bay. He is further survived by two sisters-in-law, Dorothy Binversie, St. Nazianz, Violet Binversie, Indiana; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Marion Stanzel; three step-brothers, Orville. Norman Binversie and his wife Betty, Valders; two sisters-in-law, Esther Goehring and her husband Jack, Valders, Heddy Vogel and her husband Dick, Green Bay He is further survived by two sisters-in-law, Dorothy Binversie, St. Nazianz, Violet Binversie, Indiana; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Marion Stanzel; three step-brothers, Orville, Norman and Karl Krie; and two brothers-in-law, Linus and Augustine Binversie. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. by Father Cam. Herald Times Reporter, October 27, 1997 P. A2
SCHOLASTICA BRUNS Scholastica (Sally) Bruns, age 92, of 1700 Green St. Manitowoc, died on Thursday morning, March 20, 2014 at her residence. She was born on July 24, 1921 in the town of Meeme, daughter of the late Mathias and Margaret (Endries) Binversie. She attended school in School Hill. On July 18, 1942 she married Milton Bruns at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in School Hill. He preceded her in death on October 25, 1997. Sally was employed at Aluminum Specialty Company for 10 years. She was also employed at St. Mary's Home for the Aged for seven years. Sally was a member of the former St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc where she was active in the St. Therese Society and St. Andrew Choir. Sally was also a current member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Survivors include one son: Jerry Bruns, Manitowoc; one daughter-in-law: Susan Bruns, Florida; six grandchildren: Jennifer (Jason) Wiggs, Jasen, Jonathan, Joseph and Darrick Bruns and Pam (Chuck) Vanderloop; three brothers and three sisters-in-law: Ralph and Betty Binversie, Valders, Sal and Grace Binversie, Urban and Mary Binversie, all of Kiel; two sisters and brothers-in-law: Hedwig and Richard Vogel, Green Bay and Esther and John Goehring, Valders; and a lifelong special friend: Frances Hutchison. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by one son: Jeff Bruns; two brothers: Linus Binversie and Augie Binversie and one sister-in-law: Dorothy Binversie. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 28, 2014 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand (1416 Grand Ave., Manitowoc). Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dave Pleier with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand on Friday, March 28, 2014 from 9:00 AM until 10:45 AM. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter March 25 , 2014