FAYE L. SHAMROCK Faye L. Shamrock, age 86, a resident of Felician Village, Manitowoc, died on Thursday evening, Nov. 18, 2010, at North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. She was born on March 20, 1924, in North Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Arthur W. and Amy (Williams) Keyes. Faye was a graduate of Fond du Lac High School, class of 1942. On June 3, 1947, she married Lorian J. Shamrock at St. Agnes Chapel, Fond du Lac. He preceded her in death on Jan. 15, 2001. Faye and Lorian owned and operated Modern Paint Store of Manitowoc from 1950 to 1961. Fay was also employed with Weyerhauser Company of Manitowoc as an accountant for many years until her retirement in 1990. She was a member of the Manitowoc County Genealogical Society and served as a past president of the Lakeshore Ostomy Club. She also served as a past president of the 500 Achievers Bowling Club and a member of the Manitowoc Women's Bowling Association. Faye made frequent trips to national bowling tournaments across the country. She was a longtime parishioner of St. Andrew Catholic Church and a proud member of the League of Women's Voters. Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law: Lorri and Russell Krahn, Cascade, Kathleen and Peter Seiler, Manitowoc, Suzanne and Thomas Lee, Greendale; a son and daughter-in-law: Michael and Jacqueline Shamrock, Greenleaf; nine grandchildren: Suzanne, Alexander, David, Jennifer, Matthew, Patrick, Kristin, Grace and Halle; five great grandchildren: Mia, Paige, Cecelia, Alexandra and Mackenzie; a sister, Edna Smith, Fond du Lac; and a sister-in-law: Elizabeth Heck, California. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by an infant son; a sister and brother-in-law; Betty and Ervin Wirtz; a brother-in-law: Charles Smith; brothers-in-law and their spouses; and sisters-in-law and their spouses. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2010, at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand, Manitowoc. Officiating at the mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dan Viertel with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 32, 2010. A prayer service will be held at 730 p.m. led by Sister Renee Delvaux. Friends may also call Wednesday morning at The Pfeffer Funeral Home from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the morning prayers at 10:30 a.m. The family wishes to thank the entire staff at North Ridge Medical and rehabilitation Center: Manitowoc; especially Chris Oelke for the compassion care given to mom. Faye was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She had a sweet tooth, especially for Milky Way candy bars. She loved her family beyond compare. One of her greatest loves was shopping for Christmas gifts for all of us. The tradition of opening all these gifts was the highlight of her year. We love you and miss you. Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 20, 2010
LORIAN J. SHAMROCK Lorian J. Shamrock, age 85, of 1321 Green St., Manitowoc, died Monday, January 15, 2001, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday, January 19, 2001, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Camillus Janas O.F.M. with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Graveside Military Rites will be accorded by VFW Otto Oas Post #659. Lorian was born December 31, 1915, in Fond du Lac, son of the late Francis and Anna Zalewski Shamrock. He was a graduate of Fond du Lac Senior High School, class of 1934. Lorian was a veteran of the United States Army serving during World War II overseas in the European, African and Middle Eastern Theatres including North Africa, England, Sicily, Normandy, Northern France, Ardennes and Rhineland. On June 3, 1947, he married the former Faye Keyes at St. Agnes Chapel, Fond du Lac, Lorian was a bartender at the Supper Club for 19 years as well as owner of the Modern Paint Store in Manitowoc from 1950 to 1961. Lorian is a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church where he was an usher and a member of the Athletic Association. He was an avid bowler, enjoyed woodworking, playing cards and was a loyal fan of the Packers, Brewers and badgers. Survivors include his wife, Faye Shamrock, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Jacqueline Shamrock, Greenleaf; three daughters and sons-in-law, Lori and Russell Krahn, Cascade, Wis., Kathleen and Peter Seile, Manitowoc, Suzanne and Thomas Lee, Greendale, Wis.; eight grandchildren, Suzanne, Alexander and David Krahn, Jennifer and Matthew Seile, Patrick and Kristen Lee, Grace Shamrock; one brother, Elmer Shamrock, Klamath Falls, Oregon; one sister and brother-in-law, Elizabeth and John Heck, Concord, Calif.; one sister-in-law Edna Smith, Fond du Lac. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Lorian was also preceded in death by an infant son; three brothers, Edward, Frank, Melvin; two sisters, Lillian and Helen; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4-8 p.m. Thursday where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. by Sister Renee Delvaux. Herald Times Reporter, January 17, 2001 P. A3
ALVINA M. SHANAHAN Alvina M. Shanahan, 83, a resident of Fieldcrest Manor, Manitowoc, died Tuesday, April 28, 1998 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, May 1, 1998 at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Ronald Reimer, with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Alvina was born March 11, 1915 in the Town of Meeme, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Frank and Ida Heinzen Schwoerer. Alvina attended St. Gregory Catholic Grade School in St. Nazianz. On June 20, 1939, she married Clement J. Shanahan at St. Gregory Catholic Church, St. Nazianz. He preceded her in death on July 8, 1984. Alvina resided on the family farm in the Town of Liberty, before moving to Manitowoc in 1956. She was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church. Survivors include two brothers and a sister-in-law, Hugo and Marjorie Schwoerer, Sheboygan and Norbert Schwoerer, Manitowoc; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Sylvia and Ralph Meyer, Kiel and Rita Muehlbauer, Kiel; special friends (Survivors omitted for privacy.); also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by three brothers. Friends may call at St. Paul Catholic Church from 10 a.m., Friday, until the time of services at 11 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is asssting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff of the second and fifth floors of Holy Family Memorial Medical Center for the special care Alvina received. The Sheboygan Press April 30, 1998
CLEMENS J. SHANAHAN Clement J. Shanahan, 77, of 3503 Forest Circle, Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. He was born Jan. 6, 1907, in the Town of Liberty (Manitowoc County), a son of the late James and Theresa Hoban Shanahan. On June 20, 1939, he and Alvina M. Schwoerer were married at St. Gregory Catholic Church, St. Nazianz. They resided in the Town of Liberty until 1956 when they moved to Manitowoc. Mr. Shanahan owned and operated a farm in the Town of Liberty for many years, then worked for the Manitowoc County Highway Department until retiring in 1971. He was a member of the Perpetual Adoration Society of St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Surviving is his wife. He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. Funeral Mass will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Richard Klingeisen celebrant, following family rites at 10:30 a.m. at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Friends may call from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Unknown Paper July 8, 1984 ******** Clement J. Shanahan, 77, of 3503 Forest Circle, Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon, July 8, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. 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. Richard Klingeisen will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Shanahan was born Jan 6, 1907, in the Town of Liberty, Manitowoc County, son of the late James and Theresa Hoban Shanahan. He married Alvina M. Schwoerer June 20, 1939, at St. Gregory Catholic Church, St. Nazianz. The couple resided in the Town of Liberty, Manitowoc County, until 1956, when they moved to Manitowoc. Mr. Shanahan owned and operated a farm in the Town of Liberty, Manitowoc County for many years and then was employed with Manitowoc County Highway Department until his retirement in 1971. He was then employed at Manitowoc County Bank as a Custodian. Mr. Shanahan was a member of the Perpetual Adoration Society of St. Paul Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Alvina and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Bernard and Jervis, and a sister, Vergene Shanahan Jaeger. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, where a rosary will be 4:30 p.m. by the Perpetual Adoration Society of St. Paul Church and a prayer service will be 8 p.m. by Deacon William Klein. Herald Times Reporter, July 9, 1984 P. 3
ALLEN E. SHAVLIK Allen E. Shavlik, age 65, of 1015 Flambeau St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning, February 25, 1995, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, February 27, 1995, at St. Andrew's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. James Stamborski, with entombment at the Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Allen was born October 27, 1929, in Two Rivers, Wis., son of Emma Mehltretter Shavlik and the late Edward Shavlik. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Allen married the former Carol Magritz July 17, 1954, at St. Dominic Catholic Church, Sheboygan, Wis. Allen was employed as a postal clerk for 32 years. Allen was a lifetime member of the VFW Otto Oas Post #659. Survivors include his wife, Carol, Manitowoc; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Gail Shavlik and fianc?, Peter Bartsch, Buena Park, Calif., Karen and Carlos Valencia, Broken Arrow, Okla., Barbra and Michael Norrell, Manitowoc; four sons and two daughters-in-law, Thomas Shavlik, Chatham, N.J., Michael and Sue Shavlik, Sheboygan Falls, Wis., Andrew and Joni, Manitowoc, Jack Shavlik, Madison; five grandchildren, Sarah Shavlik, Amber Shavlik, Joseph Valencia, Jade Norrell, Adam Shavlik; his mother, Emma Shavlik, Manitowoc; one brother and sister-in-law, James and Ann Shavlik, Hartford, Wis.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Friends may call at the St. Andrew's Catholic Church from 10 a.m. Monday, until the time of service. There will be no Sunday evening visitation at the funeral home. Herald Times Reporter, February 26, 1995 P. A2
DOROTHY ANN SHEEHAN Infant Daughter is Dead at Local Home Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Sheehan of 1022 South Twenty-First Street, mourn the loss of their infant daughter, Dorothy Ann, who died at the Holy Family Hospital this morning at age of three months. The funeral will be held Friday morning with services at the St. Boniface Church at 10 o'clock. Burial will be in Calvary. Manitowoc Times - Feb. 7, 1929 - page 2
JOHN HARTNETT SHEEHAN Young Son Dies Today At Madison Hospital John Hartnett Sheehan, six year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Ervin E. Sheehan, 1120 Division street, who was a patient at a Madison hospital for the past two months, died there today. The parents, a brother and a sister (names omitted for privacy) survive. The remains will arrive here from Madison tonight and be taken to the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, from where burial will take place on Friday at 10:30 a.m. with interment in Calvary cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 29, 1933 P. 2
CATHERINE SHEEHY Miss Catherine Sheehy, aged about 93 years, an old resident of this city, died Sunday afternoon at the home of her niece, Miss Mary O'Connor, 723 N. 7th Street, where she had been staying the past year. Some weeks ago Miss Sheehy fell and fractured the hip bone, and she failed gradually since. She was born in Ireland and came to this country over fifty years ago. She is survived by two brothers, Pat Sheehy of Delavan, Minn. and Dennis Sheehy of Maple Grove. She also leaves two nieces, Miss Mary O'Connor and Mrs. O'Toole and a nephew, Michael O'Connor, all of this city. The funeral was held Tuesday morning from Sacred Heart church. Interment was in Calvary cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, February 8, 1912 pg. 1 ******** Funeral services for the late Miss Kate Sheehy were held from Sacred Heart Catholic Church this morning attended by many friends. Miss Sheehy had been a resident here for thirty years, an error having been made in the obituary notice yesterday. Miss Sheehy was an aunt to Michael and Miss Mayme O'Connor and not B. J. O'Connor as was stated in Monday's article. Manitowoc Daily Herald - Feb. 6, 1912 ******** DEATH IS RESULT OF FALL 7 WEEKS AGO Miss Sheehy, One of the City's Oldest Residents, Fails to Survive Shock Death, resulting from an accident which she met with seven weeks ago, claimed one of the oldest residents of the city Sunday in the person of Miss Kate Sheehy, whose demise occurred at the O'Connor home, 723 N. Seventh Street, where he had made her home for ten months. Miss Sheehy was 95 years of age and had been a resident of the city for two years, having formerly resided at Milwaukee previous to that time. Miss Sheehy suffered a fracture of the hip bone seven weeks ago when she fell at the O'Connor home while about the house. Her advanced age coupled with the shock of the accident proved too much and she had gradually failed until death came to relieve her. Miss Sheehy is probably one of the oldest women in the city, but previous to the accident which resulted in her injury, she had retained her faculties and was in good health as her advanced age would permit of. Miss Sheehy was a native of Ireland born at Newcastle, Tipperary and came to America a half century ago. She is an aunt of Ben J. O'Connor. Miss Mamie O'Connor this city and Mrs. O'Toole of Chicago who are the only surviving relatives. The funeral will be held from Sacred Heart Catholic Church Tuesday morning at 9. Manitowoc Daily Herald - Feb. 25, 1912
PATRICK F. SHEEHY Patrick F. Sheehy, 61, of 1401 S. 13th St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning at home after a coronary. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Alfred A. Pritzl will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Sheehy was born Sept. 28, 1903, at Maple Grove, Manitowoc County, son of the late Patrick and Margaret Sullivan Sheehy. As a young man he was employed at Milwaukee and Sheboygan and May 26, 1936, at the latter city married Rose Gartmann. The couple established residence at Manitowoc and from 1938 to 1954 operated the Sewing Machine Exchange. Since 1955 he had been employed as night watchman by White House Milk Co. Mr. Sheehy was a member of Teamsters Union Local 619 and Holy Name Society of St. Boniface Church. Surviving are his wife, a daughter, Miss Laura Ann Sheehy, of Manitowoc, a son, Richard Sheehy, of LaGrange, Ill., and a brother, Gordon Sheehy, of Maple Grove. A brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. by members of St. Boniface parish, Holy Name Society and Daughters of Isabella. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 20, 1965 P. 5
ROSE J. SHEEHY Mrs. Rose Sheehy, 56, who resided at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, the past two years, died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Clement P. Kern will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Sheehy, nee Rose Gartmann, was born Oct. 14, 1903, in Sheboygan County, daughter of the late Charles and Mary Brown Gartmann. She was married to Patrick Sheehy May 26, 1936, at Sheboygan, and the couple moved to Manitowoc. He preceded her in death July 19, 1965. Mrs. Sheehy was a member of the Daughters of Isabella. Survivors include a son, a daughter (names omitted for privacy); two sisters, Mrs. Harry Grasse of Wauwatosa and Mrs. Frank Kotnik of Edina, Minn.; and a grandson, Patrick Sheehy. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where a Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. by Father Kern and the Daughters of Isabella. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 11, 1970 P. 13
CARL SHERASKI Carl Sheraski, 72, of ?? S. ?? St., Manitowoc, died Sunday morning, January 14, 1990 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc after a courageous battle with cancer. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 am at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Eugene Brochtrup will preside at the Mass of Christian Burial and entombment will be in Calvary Mausoleum. Mr. Sheraski was born July 12, 1917 at Manitowoc, son of the late John and Blanche Koneczja Sheraski. He attended Manitowoc Schools and was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the Class of ??. Mr. Sheraski was a Veteran of World War II serving from February 17, 194? To November ?, 194?. He served in the European Theatre of Operations and was a Staff sergeant with the ?? Engineers. He married Mildred C. Koenig, February 11, 19? At ST. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mr. Sheraski retired in ?, after 36 years with Aluminum Specialty, where he was Production Control Manager. Mr. Sheraski was a member of Drews Bleser American Legion Post 88, Senior Citizens and St. Mary Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Mildred, a son and daughter-in-law, Douglas and Marilynn Sheraski of Marinette, Wisconsin; a daughter, Debra K? of Manitowoc; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Theresa and Frank R? of Manitowoc and Sophie Sheraski of Manitowoc; 4 grandchildren and a great grandchild. He was preceded in death by a sister, Susan Stolzmann and 3 brothers, Frank, Edward and Richard. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 5 pm to 8 pm Tuesday where a prayer service will be at 7 pm by Father Eugene. Military rites will be accorded at Calvary Mausoleum by Drews Bleser American Legion Post No. 88. Manitowoc Herald Times - Mon., Jan. 15, 1990 - page B7
M. GRACE SHIMEK M. Grace Shimek, age 84, of 2210 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2003, at her residence. Private family funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2003, at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service was the Rev. Tom Wojciechoski O.F.M. with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, Manitowoc. She was born Aug. 18, 1919, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Gustave and Mary Reedy Ceaglske. Grace was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1936. Survivors include her children and their spouses: Larry and Linn Shimek, Sebring, Florida; Nancy Meyer, Green Bay; Richard and Rose Shimek, Manitowoc; Donna Hetu, Manitowoc; her sister: Marie Beatty, Manitowoc; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends and her special pet, Pep-E. She was also preceded in death by her brother: Victor Ceaglske. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, assisted the family with funeral arrangements. A special thank you to grandson Jeff Shimek and all others for the care given. Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 18, 2003 ******** (SHIMEK M. Grace 8/17/1919 9/14/2003 Phase II Alc A NW Tier C Crypt 6)
MILDRED E. SHIMEK Mildred E. Shimek, age 95, of Sheboygan Falls, formerly of Manitowoc, entered eternal life of Sunday, January 17, 2016 at St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan. Mildred was born on May 31, 1920 in Manitowoc. She was the daughter of the late David and Amanda Schadeberg Melville. Mildred attended Lincoln High School and graduated with the class of 1938. On May 24, 1941 she married Harold Shimek at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on May 14, 2004. She is survived by two sons and one daughter-in-law: Jerome and Kay Shimek; Robert Shimek; one daughter: Yemaya Shimek; one brother and sisters-in-law: Lee and Fay Melville; Mary Lou Sedlacek; seven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, one great great grandson, nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents: David and Amanda Melville; her husband: Harold Shimek; two brothers: David Melville andEdwin Kummer. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. Officiating will be Deacon Alan Boeldt. Burial of the cremains will take place at Calvary Cemetery in Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 11 a.m. Following the memorial service a luncheon will be held for relatives and friends at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center located on the south property of the funeral home. Cremation has taken place at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel. Online condolences to the family 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 Jan. 19, 2016
ELFRIEDA SICKINGER Elfrieda A. Sickinger, 85, a lifelong Manitowoc County resident, who resided at Shady Lane Nursing Home, Manitowoc, died Thursday evening, August 1, 1991, at the home. Funeral services will be 10:30 am. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Presiding the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Ronald Reimer with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. She was born March 21, 1906, in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of the late John and Matilda Neuser Fischer. She married Gerhard Sickinger on October 29, 1930, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Alverno. The couple owned and operated a farm in the town of Cato until 1959 when they moved to Manitowoc. Mrs. Sickinger was employed as a seamstress at local clothing stores in Manitowoc. She was a member of Manitowoc Senior Center, St. Paul Catholic Church and St. Paul Parish Women. Survivors include her husband, Gerhard Sickinger of Manitowoc; two sons and daughters-in-law, Jerome and Audrey Sickinger of Reedsville, Ronald and Carol Sickinger of Cato; four daughters and three sons-in-law, Doris Brandl of Cato, Joan and Robert Waier of Janesville, Charlotte and Eugene Mezera of Janesville, Phyllis and Gary Smith of Portland, Ore.; a sister and brother-in-law, Edna and BiIl Gresl of Manitowoc; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Aaron and Margaret Fischer of Manitowoc, Elmer and Lorraine Fischer of Metaire, La.; a sister-in-law, Hildegarde Fischer of Manitowoc 26 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a brother, Clarence, and a son-in-law, Harold Brandl. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. Prayer service will be held at 8 p.m. by Deacon William Klein. Herald Times Reporter, August 3, 1991 P. A17
GERHARD SICKINGER Gerhard F. Sickinger, age 85, a resident of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday morning, February 20, 1994, at the home. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, February 23, 1994, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, and 11 a.m. at St. Paul's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Ronald Reimer with burial to follow at the Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. He was born May 28, 1908, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Philip and Anna Grimm Sickinger. He married the former Elfrieda A. Fischer October 29, 1930, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Alverno. She preceded him in death August 1, 1991. The couple owned and operated a farm in Whitelaw until 1957, when the couple moved to Manitowoc. Mr. Sickinger was employed at the Mirro Aluminum Company for many years and at the Manitowoc Clinic until his retirement. He was a member of the Manitowoc Senior Center. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Jerome and Audrey Sickinger, Ronald and Carol Sickinger, all of Cato; four daughters and three sons-in-law, Doris Brandl, Cato, JoAnn and Robert Waier, Janesville, Wis., Charlotte and Eugene Mzera, Janesville, Wis., Phyllis and Gary Smith, Portland, Ore.; 26 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren also survive. Further survivors include three sisters and one brother-in-law, Beatrice and Lester Kiel, Whitelaw, Lucille Fanslau, Manitowoc, Germaine Tuschl, Whitelaw; a brother and sister-in-law, Ralph and Naomi Sickinger, Milwaukee. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, three sisters, and a son-in-law, Harold Brandl. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, February 22, 1994. A prayer service will be held at 6:30 p.m. by Deacon William Klein. Herald Times Reporter, February 21, 1994 P. A2
RAYMOND R. SIEBERT Raymond R. Siebert, age 74, a resident of River's Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc, died Sunday morning, September 12, 1999, at the center. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 15, 1999, at Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Matt Simonar, with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum. Ray was born July 2, 1925, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Richard and Adelien Preston Siebert. On September 14, 1948, he married the former Veronica Zahorik, at St. Anne's Catholic Church, Francis Creek. Ray was employed at the Manitowoc Company for 30 years. Survivors include his wife, Veronica Siebert; one son, Randall Siebert; one daughter and son-in-law, Cheryl and Mike Peterman, all of Manitowoc. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Steven Schenian, Jr., Andrew, Sara and Jennifer Siebert; one sister, Vierenna Hutterer, Branch, along with nieces, nephews, other relative and friends. He was preceded in death by a brother and sister-in-law, Alvin and Agnes Siebert; one sister, Marcella Siebert; one brother-in-law, Paul Hutterer, Sr.,; one sister-in-law, Dorothy Zahorik and his mother-in-law, and father-in-law Anton and Anna Zahorik. The family will greet relatives and friends at Calvary Mausoleum Chapel from 9 a.m. Wednesday until the time of service at 11 a.m. God looked around His garden and found an empty place. He then looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face. He put His arm around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful. He always takes the best. He knew that you were suffering. He knew you were in pain. He knew that you would never get well on earth again. He saw the road was getting rough and the hills were hard to climb so He closed your weary eyelids and whispered ?Peace be thine.? It broke our hearts to lose you but you didn?t go alone. For part of us went with you the day God called you home. The family would like to thank River's Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center for the warmth and care given to Ray during his stay. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the faily with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, September 14, 1999 P. A3
WILLIAM A. SIEHR William A. Siehr, age 81, a resident of 950 S. Rapid Road, Manitowoc, entered into eternal life on Friday, June 4, 2010, at his residence. Bill was born on May 11, 1929, in Manitowoc County to the late Phillip and Eleanore Hoyer Siehr. He graduated from Mishicot High School with the class of 1947, and then went on to attend Marquette University in Milwaukee. On April 15, 1950, Bill married Veronica Frelich at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Kellnersville. He was employed as a carpenter and retired from Burger Boat Company in 1991. In retirement, he enjoyed woodturning and showing his work at art fairs around Wisconsin. Bill was a member of the Manitowoc Senior Center and St. Francis of Assisi. Survivors included Bill's wife of 60 years: Veronica; four sons: Steven (Barbara) Siehr, Verona; Kenneth (Shannon) Siehr, Waukesha; ;Daniel (Cheryl) Siehr, Fitchburg and Thomas (Lori) Siehr, Pewaukee; five grandchildren: Pamela, Mathew, Jason, Beth and Andrew Siehr; two step-grandchildren: Katie Cannon and Andrew Cannon; one brother: Phil Siehr, rural Manitowoc; one sister: Audrey Chen, Madison, and also nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Bill was preceded in death by his daughter, Barbara Bruckner. The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday, June 8, 2010, at St. Francis of Assisi on South 14th Street and Grand Avenue, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. until the beginning of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. The Rev. Richard Klingeisen will officiate with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, June 6, 2010
BEATRICE A. SIERACKI Beatrice A. Sieracki, age 90, a Manitowoc resident, was welcomed into Heaven embraced by her family and friends on Thursday, December 8, 2016 at her daughter's home. She was born on June 23, 1926 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Jerome and Viola (Wellner) Steinbrecher. Beatrice was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, Class of 1944. On October 15, 1949 she married Kenneth J. Sieracki at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on March 5, 1996. Beatrice was a former member of St. Bonfiace Catholic Church, where she was a member of their St. Anne's Society, and a current member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. She was a Girl Scout leader for all her daughters for many years. Beatrice volunteered for Meals on Wheels and was also an avid reader. She treasured her grandchildren's sporting events and accomplishments, never missing an opportunity to celebrate their lives with birthday cards and phone calls. Survivors include five daughters and sons-in-law: Karen & Carl Schema, St. Nazianz, Mary Ellen & Keith Holschbach, Green Bay, Patty & Greg Kostechka, Delavan, WI., Nan & Rick Balzan, Manitowoc, Sue & Marc Kopidlansky, Manitowoc; 17 grandchildren: Arik (Judy) Schema, Angie (Eric) Theel, Andrea (Dirk) Horne, Audra (Steve) Wiser, Sara Curtis, Erin (Dave) Lewis, Jessica (Mike) Jarvela, Carrie McGoldrick, Caleb (Codie) Kostechka, Casey Kostechka & fianc? Amanda, Claire (Cody) Kostechka Moriearty, Chelsea (Jason) Place, Cedric (Lauren) Balzan, Lindsey Balzan, Jacob Zipperer, Carlie (Barry) Hartman, Caitlin Zipperer; two step grandchildren: Jordan (Charo) Kopidlansky, Taylor Kopidlansky; 22 great grandchildren: Crystal, Lucas, Raya, Lenna, Brandon, Wesley, Lucy, Leah, Jonas, Savanna, Chloe, Lily, Jackson, Tristan, Harper, Trey, Nico, Mabel, Andi, Quinton, Cason & Rorik; two step great grandchildren: Landen & Calleigh; one great great grandchild: Hayden; three sisters-in-law: Donna Steinbrecher, Walnut Creek, CA., Florence Steinbrecher, Nashville, TN., Catherine Greenwald, Manitowoc; and a dear friend: Lorraine Schwartz, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by two brothers: Ken & Jerry Steinbrecher; her mother-in-law and father-in-law: Erma & Joseph Sieracki; and one brother-in-law: Dan Greenwald. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 16, 2016 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand (1416 Grand Avenue) Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dave Pleier with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 15, 2016. A prayer service will conclude the visitation at 7:00 p.m. led by Deacon Keith Holschbach, her son-in-law. Friends may also call Friday morning, December 16, at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand (1416 Grand Avenue) Manitowoc, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:15 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Roncalli High School or Fr. Carr's Place 2 B, Oshkosh. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to her hospice nurse, Kim, her CNA's, Debbie, Carol, and Pat, Dr. Baatz and Dr. Govier, and all the staff at the Manitowoc Health Care Center for all the tender and compassionate care shown to Beatrice and her family. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Dec. 10, 2016
CARL SIERACKI Carl H. Sieracki, age 74, of 3912 Seneca Lane, Manitowoc, died Monday morning, Sept. 10, 2001, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2001, 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 at Calvary Mausoleum. He was born June 25, 1927, in Manitowoc, son of the late Sylvester and Edna Pokorski Sieracki. Carl attended Manitowoc Lincoln High School and was a veteran of the United States Navy Sea Bees in the Pacific Theatre serving during World War II. On June 21, 1947, he married the former Lorraine C. Weber at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. She preceded him in death Oct. 16, 1996. Prior to his retirement from Manitowoc Shipbuilding in 1982, Carl owned and operated Hillside Mink Ranch and was self employed as a carpenter. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law: Thomas C. and Diane Sieracki; a daughter and son-in-law: Tami and Mike Kelley, all of Manitowoc; two granddaughters: Dana M. Sieracki and Michelle A. Sieracki; a brother and sister-in-law: Dan and Christine Sieracki, Grafton; and three sisters-in-law: Bonnie (Ed) Kummer, Cleveland; Imogene Weber, Manitowoc; and Lorraine Weber, Green Bay. Also surviving are other relatives, special friends and caregivers, especially Esther, Diane, Mary, Anna Mae, Florence, Delores, Patti, Shirley and Dorothy. He was preceded in death by his stepmother: Frances; and four brothers-in-law: Floyd Weber, Ray Weber, Allan (Audrey) Weber and Dale Weber. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc, from 8:30 a.m. Wednesday until the time of service at 10 a.m. The family would like to thank Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, third floor nursing staff and Drs. MacDonald and Bhatt for their compassionate care. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Carl enjoyed spending time at his cottage on Boulder Lake. He was a wonderful father with a tender heart. Carl always kept a positive outlook during his 22 year struggle against Parkinson's Disease. His sense of humor will be sadly missed. Herald Times Reporter, September 11, 2001 P. A3
LORRAINE SIERACKI Lorraine (Dottie) Sieracki, age 68, of 3912 Seneca Lane, Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning, October 16, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, October 18, 1996, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, Manitowoc. She was born December 13, 1927, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Frank and Lorraine Van der Busch Weber. On June 21, 1947, she married Carl Sieracki at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Dottie was employed with Sears of Manitowoc for many years and was also employed with various companies in the area most recently with J.C. Penney Company. Dottie was also well known in the area as a seamstress and furrier. Mrs. Sieracki was a member of the Senior Citizens Swimming Group of St. Mary's and also enjoyed many special moments with her card club from her former neighborhood on County Trunk JJ. Survivors include her husband, Carl; a son, Thomas Sieracki; a daughter, Tami Sieracki; a former daughter-in-law, Ann Sieracki; two granddaughters, Dana and Michelle Sieracki, all of Manitowoc; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Raymond and Lorraine Weber, Green Bay, Floyd and Imogene Weber, Manitowoc; a sister and brother-in-law, Valetta (Bonnie) and Edwin Kummer, Cleveland, Wis.; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Daniel and Christine Sieracki, Saukville, Wis.; along with special friends, Bill and Marge Luckow, Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Dale and Allen, and a sister-in-law, Audrey Weber. Friends may call at St. Mary Catholic Church from 8:30 a.m. Friday until the time of service at 10 a.m. There will be no Thursday evening visitation. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. We would like to extend special thanks to the nursing staff, respiratory care unit, and Father Richard Klingeisen of Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. We would also like to say a special thanks to her sister, Bonnie, her sister-in-law, Imogene, and her many special friends for their care and concern. Herald Times Reporter, October 17, 1996 P. A2
ISABELLE M. SIGMUND Isabelle M. Sigmund, age 99, who for the past 13 years was a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, went home to her Lord early on Monday morning, March 24, 2008, in the loving company of her niece, Marlene Christensen. Isabelle was born on Feb. 6, 1909, in the town of Sharon, Portage County, to the late O'Nufrey and Rosalia (Wanta) Kruzicki, and attended Sacred Heart Catholic Grade School in Polonia. She moved to Manitowoc as a young woman, and married John Sigmund on July 2, 1941, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. John preceded her in death on Nov. 13, 1982. Isabelle worked at the Manitowoc Tinsel factory for many years and also at Color Craft Printers in Manitowoc. She enjoyed singing; gardening; traveling to Florida; and playing sheepshead and bingo. Isabelle was a longtime member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, and a life member of the former St. Mary's Rosary Society. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers; nine sisters; one half sister; two stepbrothers; five stepsisters; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at St. Francis of Assisi Parish-Marshall Site. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Gerald Foley, with entombment to follow at Calvary Chapel Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Friends may call at St. Francis of Assisi-Marshall Site after 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 26, 2008, until the time of Mass at 1:30 p.m. There will be no visitation this evening. Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Home Building Fund or St. Francis of Assisi Parish-Marshall Site. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St., Two Rivers, is assisting the Sigmund family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to extend a very special thank you to the staff of St. Mary's Home, especially the nurses of center-three, for their loving and compassionate care shown to Isabelle. Isabelle loved all of her many nieces and nephews. She will long be remembered in our hearts. Herald Times Reporter, March 25, 2008
JOHN S. SIGMUND John S. (Chick) Sigmund, 69, of 1226 S. 35th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon, November 13, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Harold Berryman will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and entombment will be in Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Mr. Sigmund was born Feb. 22, 1913, at Manitowoc, son of the late John and Theresa Loritz Sigmund Sr. He was graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1932. He married Isabelle M. Kruzicki July 2, 1941. They were married by Msgr. John S. Landowski at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mr. Sigmund was a former assistant fire chief with City of Manitowoc Fire Department, retiring in 1963. He was a 25 year member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 706 of Manitowoc. Survivors include his wife, Isabelle, a sister and brother-in-law, Eunice and Glen Cahala of Pelican Lake, Wis., and nieces and nephews. Two brothers, Floyd and Leonard preceded him in death. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Monday afternoon. A prayer service will be at 7 o'clock by Father Berryman and an Eagles memorial service will be at 8 o'clock. The family requests memorials to Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Herald Times Reporter, November 15, 1982 P. 3 ******** (SIGMUND John S. 2/22/1913 11/13/1982 Phase I Cor A NE Tier E Crypt 4)
CONRAD SIMMER Death from diphtheria of a child of John Zimmer of Manitowoc Rapids. Der Nord Westen, 22 Oct. 1891 ***** Name: Conrad Simmer Event Type: Death Event Date: 20 Oct 1891 Event Place: Manitowoc, Wisconsin Page: 0318 "Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907" ***** Name: Conrad Simmer Event Type: Death Event Date: 1891 Event Place: Manitowoc, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Gender: Male Age: 2 Race: w Birth Year (Estimated): 1889 Cemetery: Manitowoc Cath Cem. Father's Name: Johann Simmer Mother's Name: Barbara Simmer "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907" ******** *Note: He was place here because his parents are here.
DOROTHY SIMMER Dorothy F. Simmer, age 81, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, died on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008, surrounded by her family. She was born on July 10, 1926, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Herrman and Ceclia (Mankoske) Carl. On July 29, 1950, she married Kenneth R. Simmer at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He preceded her in death in July of 2000. Dorothy was employed with Mirro Aluminum Company until her retirement. She was an avid bowler and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and traveling. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She was preceded in death by a brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Richard and Shirley Liest. Dorothy has been cremated, and graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 8, 2008, at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc, where she will be laid to rest. The family will greet relatives and friends for a memorial visitation from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008, at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 5, 2008
GEORGE SIMMER George J. Simmer, 73, of ____ MacArthur Dr., Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc after a confinement of there and a half weeks. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc and at 9 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, the Rev. Clement Kern officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Simmer was born Oct. 5, 1884, at Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late Mathew and Margaret Lambries Simmer. He resided there all his life. He married the former Theresa Handl June 18, 1916. She preceded him in death May 8, 1955. Prior to his retirement he owned and operated his own grocery store at Manitowoc Rapids for 25 years. He also served as town treasurer for 20 years and was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Paul Church. He moved to Manitowoc in April last year to live with a nephew. Survivors include a brother Richard and a sister, Mrs. Charles Hynek, of Manitowoc Rapids and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 19, 1958 P. 18
KENNETH SIMMER Kenneth R. Simmer, age 79, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, died Monday morning July 3, 2000, at the Center. He was born November 2, 1920, in Manitowoc, son of the late Richard and Winifred Runge Simmer. Ken was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1938. He served in the United States Army with 114th Infantry from October 26, 1944 to July 22, 1946. On July 29, 1950, he married the former Dorothy Carl, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Ken was employed with the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company as a Lofstman for many years retiring in 1985. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Simmer, Manitowoc, two sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Judi Simmer, River Falls, Wis., Brian and Debbie Simmer, Manitowoc; one daughter and son-in-la, Patrice and Mike Dirkman, Whitelaw; six grandchildren, Bradley and Amy Simmer, Dexter, Kimberly and Katie Simmer, Nathan (Kathe) Dirkman; one great grandson, Korbin; one brother and sister-in-law, David and LuAnne Simmer, Manitowoc; two brothers-in-law, Richard Leist, Manitowoc, Kenneth (Jackie) Carl, Manitowoc,; and a sister-in-law, Grace Phillips, Casa Grande, Ariz. Also surviving is a special niece, Peg (Robert) Koral, along with other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Leist. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. by Deacon Alan Boeldt. Burial will take place on Thursday morning at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Herald Time Reporter, July 4, 2000 P. A2
MARGARET SIMMER OLD RESIDENT OF RAPIDS IS CALLED BY DEATH Mrs. Margaret Simmer, wife of Matt Simmer at Manitowoc Rapids, died at the family home Sunday following an illness of months. Deceased was 61 years of age and was born at Port Washington November 26, 1858. The family have made their home at the Rapids for many years. Besides the husband, four children, all residing here survive. They are George of Rapids, Richard of this city, Mrs. Joseph Reinhart, who is at the family home and Mrs. Charles Hynek also of Manitowoc Rapids. The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock from St. Boniface church and interment will be at Calvary Cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, September 29, 1919 Page 1
MATHEW SIMMER Mathias Zimmer, well known pioneer resident of the town of Rapids, died yesterday at his home in the village after an illness of several weeks suffering with a complication of diseases. The decedent was born in Germany April 14, 1854, and came to this country and county with his parents when but a small boy. He leaves surviving him two daughters, Mrs. Jennie Reinhardt, who kept house for him since the death of his wife the past two years, and Mrs. J. Heinrichs and two sons, George, who conduct a hotel at Rapids and Richard, a resident of this city. The funeral will take place next Monday morning from St. Boniface church with interment at Calvary. Manitowoc Herald News Friday, January 15, 1921 pg. 4 ******** Capt. Charles Runyon, John and Joseph Preusser and Frank Kweer have returned to Chicago. They had been here for the funeral of their uncle, Math Zimmer (sic) at the Rapids. Manitowoc Herald News, January 18, 1921 P. 3 ******** Manitowoc news: Mathew Zimmer (sic), a resident in the village of Rapids, passed away at his home in that village at the age of 67 years. Tri-County Record, Kiel Thursday, January 20, 1921 pg. 4
RICHARD SIMMER Richard Simmer, 63, lifelong Manitowoc County resident, died shortly before noon Friday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he had been confined a week. He resided at 1010 Broadway St., Manitowoc Rapids. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. The Rev. Clement P. Kern will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Simmer was born at Manitowoc Rapids Feb. 17, 1897, son of the late Matt and Margaret Lambries Simmer. He married Winifried Runge at Manitowoc June 2, 1919. She died May 14, 1958. He attended St. Boniface Catholic School, Manitowoc, and before retirement 2-1/2 years ago was employed as a sheetmetal worker by Frank J. Kerscher Co., Manitowoc. Mr. Simmer was a member of Holy Name Society of the church and Manitowoc Council No. 710, Knights of Columbus. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Richard Leist, two sons, Kenneth and David, a sister, Mrs. Charles Hynek, and 12 grandchildren of Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. by Holy Name Society and Knights of Columbus members. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, July 16, 1960 P. 11
SHIRLEY A SIMMER Shirley A Simmer, age 80, of 426 North 10th Street, Manitowoc, died February 27, 2012 at Singing River Hospital in Pascagoula, MS while staying in Ocean Springs, MS for the winter. She was born on May 10, 1931 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Jacob W. and Mary (Horner) Foerg. Shirley graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School in 1949. In September of 1954 she married Thomas E. Greenwold who preceded her in death on June 2, 1968. She then married William J Simmer on June 20, 1981, who preceded her in death September 22, 2009. Shirley worked at the Mirro Company, Monroe School and Dick Brothers Day Old Bakery. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, fishing, knitting, reading, bingo, and big band Music. Survivors include three daughters and two sons: Mary M. Greenwold, Manitowoc; Susan (Stephen) Foreman, Navarre, FL; Carol R. Greenwold, Frisco, TX; Richard E. (Belinda) Greenwold, Ocean Springs, MS; Eric E. Greenwold, Middleton, WI; one step daughter: Sharon (Raymond) Brock, Tucson, AZ; one stepson: David Simmer, Casa Grande, AZ: seven grandchildren: Richard E. Greenwold II, Rebecca Greenwold, Thomas E. Greenwold, Jennifer (Joshaw) Posen, Eric (Ashly) Brock, Keith ( Jessica) Brock, and William (Jenolyn) Brock; seven great-grandchildren: Olivia, Owen, Arther and Claybourn Brock; Brittany, Alexia, and Alden Posen. Shirley's siblings include: MaryAnn (Ronald) Szymczyk, Prosperity, SC; Roger Foerg, Clermont, FL; two sister-in-laws: LaVerne Foerg; Sr. Renita Tadych, both from Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends survive. She was preceded in death by her son Michael E. Greenwold; one brother: Ronald Foerg; one sister and brother-in-law: Gladys (Walther) Doctor; one sister-in-law Barbara Foerg. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 10, 2012, at the Calvary Cemetery, 2601 South 14th Street, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may gather at the chapel entrance at 10:45 a.m. with a procession to the gravesite. A luncheon will follow at the American Legion Hall, 811 Jay Street, Manitowoc. In lieu of flowers, it was Shirley's wish that contributions be made to an account which will aid her grandson who is fighting cancer. Cards can be sent to Shirley's daughter: Mary Greenwold, 426 North 10 Street, Manitowoc. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home & Crematory, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter May 7, 2012
THERESA SIMMER (Under-inked first line) died unexpectedly Sunday night at her home in Manitowoc Rapids when stricken with a heart attack. Funeral services will be at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday 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, Manitowoc. The former Theresa Handl was born May 1, 1889 at Manitowoc, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. August Handl. She was married to George Simmer, June 18, 1916, and for the past ?? years resided at Rt. 2, Manitowoc. She was a member of the Christian Mothers Society of St. Paul Church. She is survived by the husband, three brothers, Mike, Joseph and Louis of Manitowoc, and two sisters, Mrs. Ida Williams of Milwaukee and Mrs. John Schroeder of Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times Monday, May 9, 1955 pg. M-13
WINIFRED SIMMER Mrs. Richard Simmer, 62, of Manitowoc Rapids, died Wednesday night at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been confined 14 months. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 11 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. The Rev. Clement P. Kern will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mrs. Simmer, nee Winifred Runge, was born Sept. 4, 1895, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Robert and Elizabeth Houghton Runge. She was married June 2, 1919. Mrs. Runge was a member of the Christian Mothers Society of the church. She is survived by the husband, a daughter, Mrs. Richard Leist, two sons, Kenneth and David, and two sisters, Mrs. Erwin Mlada and Mrs. William Zimmer, of Manitowoc and 10 grandchildren. A sister, Mrs. Ervin Viewager, preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where the Knights of Columbus will recite the Rosary at 7 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 15, 1958 P. 25
MARION E. SIMMET Marion E. Simmet, age 90, of 5233 Cedar Lane, Manitowoc, died Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at her residence. She was born on February 27, 1924 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Fred and Mae (Prausa) Teteak. Marion was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, Class of 1942. On September 27, 1947 she married Richard Simmet at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on January 18, 2007. Marion was employed as a secretary at Invincible Metal Furniture, Manitowoc, for many years. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law: Patricia and Thomas Graykowski, Whitelaw; four grandchildren: Scott Graykowski, Whitelaw, Sara (Kevin) McClain, Atlanta, GA, Miki and Jim Paulsrud, West Bend, Shanna Graykowski, Manitowoc; one great grandchild: Zoey Isabella Paulsrud; and a brother: Gerald Teteak, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband: Richard; a son: James; her mother and father: Mae and Fred Teteak; two brothers: Carlton Teteak and Charles Teteak; sisters-in-law; and her mother-in-law and father-in-law: Meta and George Simmet. Cremation has occurred at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 15, 2015 at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Community, Newton. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. David Beaudry. Burial of her cremated remains will take place at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Community, Newton, from 9:30 a.m. Friday, May 15, 2015 until 10:45 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com The Pfeffer Funeral Home & All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter May 13, 2015
FRANCES E. SIMON Frances Elizabeth Simon, age 76, formerly of Manitowoc, who was residing with her daughter and son-in-law, Kathryn and Norman Hippert, of Appleton, died Thursday, December 7, 1995, at the residence. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, December 11, 1995, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Gerald Foley with cremation to follow. She was born November 20, 1919, in Plainview, Minn., daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Hall Waste. Frances was a graduate of Planeview High School in Minnesota and then was a graduate of St. Francis Nursing School in Lacrosse. She married Dr. George M. Simon May 26, 1944, at St. Paul's Chapel, Madison. He preceded her in death September 3, 1992. Frances was employed with Holy Family Hospital. He preceded her in death September 3, 1992. Frances was employed with Holy Family Hospital as a Psychiatric Nurse from 1966 until her retirement in 1982. Survivors include four daughters and sons-in-law, Kathryn and Norman Hippert, Appleton. Dr. Mary Simon and James Derby, Fresno, Calif., Cecelia E. Simon and Joseph Irvin, Cape Coral, Fla., Margery M. and James DeWitt, Manitowoc; five sons and daughters-in-law, George Michael and Barbara Simon, John M. Simon, Timothy J. and Patricia Simon, all of Cape Coral, Fla., Paul A. and Maureen Simon, Manitowoc, Peter L. Simon and Lori Ledeboer, Rio, Wis.; 16 grandchildren, Theresa, Timothy, Sarah, Margaret, Laura, Andrew, Leah, Deborah, Shannon, Shawn, Elizabeth, Sylvie, Camilla, Mary Frances, Grady and Frances; five great-grandchildren, Ryan, Nicole, Michael, Alexandria and Rose; one sister, Kathryn Kerr, Reads Landing, Minn.; one brother, Edward (Ned) Waste, Mentor, Ohio, Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Helen Stephen and Marie Englert, and two brothers, Jack and Cyril. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5-8 p.m. Sunday where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. led by Deacon Donald Schneider. Fran Simon will be tenderly missed by her nine children and their families. She was a devoted, loving and patient wife to her husband, George M. Simon. Her compassionate guidance brought peace to many family situations. She was able to put things in perspective and would often say "This too will pass." Her spiritual virtue was an inspiration to all who knew her. Herald Times Reporter, December 8, 1995 P. A2
GEORGE SIMON M.D. Dr. George M. Simon, 75, formerly of Manitowoc, residing in Punta Gorda, Fla., died Thursday morning, September 3, 1992, at St. Luke's Hospital, Milwaukee. Funeral services will be held 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Concelebrating the Mass of Christian Burial will be Revs. Leo Schmitt and Gerald Foley with cremation to follow. He was born July 29, 1917, in Manitowoc, Wis., son of the late Herman and Cecilia Friemann Simon. Dr. Simon was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Madison Medical School serving his internship and residency at the Orange Memorial Hospital, Orange, N.J. Dr. Simon practiced in St. Nazianz for one year prior to his arrival in Manitowoc. He then practiced in Manitowoc from 1949 through 1977 and served as the Chief of Staff for one year at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, and as the Medical Director at St. Mary's Nursing Home for five years. He then worked as an Emergency Room Physician at the St. Mary's Hospital in Green Bay from 1977 until his retirement in 1982. Dr. Simon served as a Veteran in The United States Army stateside for four years, then in 1952 was recalled to service and served in France and German for two years during the Korean Conflict, and received his honorable discharge with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Dr. Simon was a member of the American Medical Association and retired as an honorary member of the Knights of Columbus. Survivors include his wife, Frances E. Simon of Punt Gorda, Fla.; four daughters and three sons-in-law, Kathryn and Norman Hippert of Appleton, Dr. Mary Simon and James Derby of Fresno, Calif., Cecelia E. Simon and her fianc?, Joseph Irvin of Appleton, Margery M. and James DeWitt of Appleton; five sons and five daughters-in-law, George Michael and Barbara Simon of Cape Coral, Fla., John M. and Trisha Simon of Cape Coral, Fla., Paul A. and Maureen Simon of Manitowoc, Timothy J. and Patricia Simon of Cape Coral, Fla., Peter L. Simon and Lori Ledeboer of Rio, Wis.; 13 grandchildren, Theresa, Timothy, Sarah, Margaret, Laura, Andrew, Leah, Deborah, Elizabeth, Sylvie, Camilla, Mary Frances and Grady; a great granddaughter, Rose Kathryn; three sisters and three brothers-in-law, Marjorie and Stanley Sorensen of San Marino, Calif., Kathryn and Ludwig Hanson of Miami, Fla., Cecilia and Floyd McKlearnan?? of Tucson, Ariz.; also surviving are nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Henry and John Simon and two sisters, Mary Slayton and Helen Simon. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Sunday evening, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. by Deacon Donald Schneider. He lived his life to the fullest, especially enjoying his family friends and his passion for developing Real Estate. In his retirement he enjoyed many months of sailing, gardening, traveling and was an avid reader. He never let time stand still. Herald Times Reporter, September 4, 1992 P. A2
MARGARET SIMON H. A. Simon received a message yesterday that his mother, Mrs. Margaret Simon had died at her home in Milwaukee. Mrs. Simon conducted a millinery store here for many years. She was a resident of this city up to a few years ago when she was removed to Milwaukee. She was 72 years of age. The remains will be brought here for burial. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Mar. 18, 1920 *Note: She was placed here because her son is here.
MARY SIMONO Mary Simono, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lee Simono of 701 S. 31st St., Manitowoc, was born and died Friday evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Private funeral services were at 130 p.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Clement P. Kern officiated and burial was in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The mother was the former Mary Ann Eisenschink. Survivors include her parents; a brother and sister (names omitted for privacy); the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Gerard M. Simono, of Two Rivers; the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Eisenschink, of Manitowoc, and the great maternal grandmother, Mrs. George Eisenschink, of Manitowoc. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 19, 1970 P. 13
EMILY SINGER Emily T. Singer, of the Gardens at Felician Village, Manitowoc, entered eternal life early Friday morning, Jan. 6, 2012, at St. Mary's Home at Felician Village. Emily was born on April 28, 1930, at Phillips, Wis. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Rosalie Lisak Foytik. She grew up in Phillips and attended Mt. Hope Elementary School.? She had been employed at Holy Family Hospital and St. Mary's Home working in the laundry department. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. On Feb. 28, 1954, she was married to Viggo Madsen. He preceded her in death September of 1971. She later married Anthony Singer on Feb. 1, 1979, at St. Paul's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death June 23, 1994.? She is survived by two children, Carl (Ruth) Madsen, Wauwatosa, Wis.; Karen (Ellery) Gulbrand, Green Bay, Wis.; seven grandchildren, Tammy (Todd) Anderson, Tracey (Neil) Brown, Tim (Mari Jo) Gulbrand, Jessica Madsen, Nathan Madsen, Phillip (Julie) Madsen, Melissa Madsen; two step-grandchildren, Bob and Laurie Mahlik; eight great-grandchildren, Bryton Gulbrand, Jaryd Bott, Heather Brown, Hailey Brown, Aric Brown, Kyra Brown, Dane Anderson, and Caleb Anderson; one great-great-grandson, Benjamin Dartman; two brothers, Tony (Jean) Foytik, Oakbrook, Ill.; Emil (Frances) Foytik, Phillips, Wis.; two sisters, Marie Gallyagly, Chicago, Ill.; Ann Foytik, Phillips, Wis.; two sisters-in-law: Violet Foytik, Phillips, Wis.; and Lila Foytik, Sturgeon Bay, Wis.? She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Rosalie Foytik; first husband, Viggo Madsen; second husband, Anthony Singer; four brothers, Joe (Marge) Foytik, Frank (Leona) Foytik, Jim Foytik and John Foytik; one sister, Francis (Frank) Walsh; and one brother-in-law, Hugh Gallagly. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2012, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church on Marshall. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Richard Klingeisen. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc, Wis.? Manitowoc Herald Times, WI Saturday, January 7, 2012 pg. A3
MICHAEL SINGER Michael Singer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Singer, Columbus street, died Monday morning of Hemorrhage of the brain after being ill only about 12 hours. He was 20 years of age and was employed in the shipyard. His brother, John died in France a short time ago and another brother is 'somewhere in France?, who with three sisters and his parents survive him. The funeral was held this morning from St. Boniface Church. Interment was in Calvary Cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Apr. 18, 1918 ******** Mike Singer Wisconsin Births and Christenings Name Mike Singer Gender Male Birth Date 23 Mar 1897 Birthplace Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Race White Father's Name Alex Singer Father's Birthplace Manitowoc Mother's Name Blanch Milhalske Mother's Birthplace Franklin, Manitowoc, Wi "Wisconsin Births and Christenings, 1826-1926"
ROBERT C. SINGER Robert C. Singer, age 83, of 1915 Markham Street, Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning, December 20, 2011 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. He was born on June 6, 1928 in Manitowoc, son of the late Leo and Margaret (Keune) Singer. Bob was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, and also attended Marquette University. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy. On September 10, 1955 he married the former Janice Malkowski. Bob worked with a number of established Manitowoc companies as an electrical and mechanical technician. He retired in 1992 as maintenance supervisor at Eck Industries. Bob enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was always finding clever ways to build and fix things. He was a long time member of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) and an aviation enthusiast. Survivors include his wife of 56 years: Janice Singer, Manitowoc; his children: Al & Debbie Singer, Maplewood, Minnesota, Tom Singer & Marie Fiscella, Appleton, Susan & Jim Bray, Germantown; two grandchildren: Aidan Bray and Sierra Bray, both of Germantown; and one sister and two brothers-in-law: Mary & John Planter, St. Germaine, Wisconsin, and Glen Weekes, Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by a son: Scott Singer and a sister: Sally Weekes. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand Avenue and S. 14th Street. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends of St. Francis of Assisi on Grand, from 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2011 until 10:45 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to express special thanks and gratitude to the staff of Holy Family Memorial Hospital for their care and assistance. Also, special thanks to family friend Dorothy Wilhelm for your help and friendship. Manitowoc Herald Times, WI Monday, December 26, 2011 pg. A3
MARY JANE SITKAWITZ Mary Jane Sitkawitz, age 78, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, formerly of 1401 S. 23rd St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, April 23, 2006, at the home. She was born Nov. 15, 1927, in the town of Kossuth, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late John and Barbara (Milbauer) Steeber. Mary Jane was a graduate of Valders High School, class of 1945. On May 4, 1949, she married Richard Sitkawitz at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. Before marriage, Mary Jane was employed with J.J. Stangel and Invincible Metal Furniture. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi. Survivors include her husband of almost 57 years: Richard Sitkawitz, Manitowoc; a son and daughter-in-law: John and Audrey Sitkawitz, Manitowoc; two daughters and a son-in-law; Barbara Sitkawitz, Manitowoc, Lori and Lee Backus, Appleton; and two grandchildren: Dawn and Stephanie Sitkawitz, both of Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters-in-law: Joe and Marion Steeber, Paul and Patricia Steeber, Bernard Steeber and her father-in-law and mother-in-law; Charles and Irene Sitkawitz. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Thursday, April 27, 2006, until the time of service at 11 a.m. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 27, 2006, at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dan Felton with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Mary Jane enjoyed baking, cooking, flowers and polka dances. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. The family wishes to thank the staff at Shady Lane for their compassionate care and support given to Mary Jane and her family. Herald Times Reporter, April 25, 2006 ******** (SITKAWITZ Mary Jane 11/15/1927 4/23/2006 Phase I Cor A NE Tier F Crypt 9)
RICHARD J. SITKAWITZ Richard J. Sitkawitz, 86, 1401 South 23rd Street, Manitowoc, died peacefully early Sunday morning, July 31, 2011, at Next Step-Felician village, Manitowoc. Richard was born on May 12, 1925, in Manitowoc, son of the late Charles and Irene (Ziarnik) Sitkawitz. He was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1943. Richard completed four years of vocational school to become a journeyman electrician and worked for many contractors in the Manitowoc area for 45 years. On May 4, 1949, he married Mary Jane Steeber at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. She preceded him in death on April 23, 2006. Richard was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 158. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, John and Audrey Sitkawitz, Manitowoc; two daughters and one son-in-law, Barbara Sitkawitz, Manitowoc; Lori and Lee Backus, Appleton; two grandchildren, Dawn Sitkawitz, Manitowoc; Stephanie (Jason) Farr, Two Rivers. Cousins, other relatives and many friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by three brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2011, at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dan Viertel with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum. The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2011, at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Richard was a loving husband, father and grandfather who was the primary care giver for his wife, Mary Jane, for many years. He also was an avid fisherman who also enjoyed the outdoors and gardening. Richard also enjoyed his shared companionship with Barbara's pet Yorkies, Kendall and Libby. Dad, we love and will miss you always. The family wishes to thank Dr. Andrew Yetter, the nursing staff at Aurora Medical Center and the staff of Next Step at Felician Village for the compassionate care given to Richard. Manitowoc Herald Times, WI Monday, August 1, 2011 pg. 3
EMANUEL SIUDZINSKI Emanuel (Suds) Siudzinski, 69, of 2415 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died Thursday afternoon, June 26, at Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The Rev. Don Becker will officiate and entombment will be in Calvary Chapel Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Mr. Siudzinski was born Oct. 11, 1910, at Langes Corners, Brown County, son of the late Frank and Henrietta Lange Siudzinski. The family moved to Denmark in 1916, where he attended Denmark Public School and was graduated from Denmark High School in 1928. He worked with his father in the manufacture of cheese bandages at the C.A. Streubel Cheese Company in the processing of cheese. In August of 1930 he came to Two Rivers and stared his employment with Schwartz Manufacturing Company, he was employed there 42 1/2 years, retiring in February of 1973 as department head in the manufacture of cotton dairy supplies. Active in sports and recreation activities, Mr. Siudzinski participated in softball and bowling and worked with Boy Scouts. For many years he was active the Two Rivers Fish and Game Unit, serving terms of office as secretary, treasurer and president, was director of the county unit as well as serving two terms as president. He was active in dartball in the Cool City League and was elected as the league's first president. He organized the St. Luke and Gonia Bar Teams and later played with Mr. Josephs and Club 42 Dartball Teams. A member of St. Luke Holy Name Society, he served as its secretary and treasurer, was a member of Knights of Columbus Good Hope Council No. 1957 and the Senior Citizens. He married Evelyn Yours Oct. 24, 1939, at St. Luke Catholic. The Rev. C.V. Hugo performed the marriage ceremony. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn, a son and daughter-in-law, Alan and Pat Siudzinski of Silverthorn, Colo.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Al Koch and Sandy and Jerry DeGrand of Thousand Oaks, Calif.; five grandchildren (private) and a brother, Bernard Siudzinski of Green Bay. Four brohters preceded him in death. Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 2 p.m. Sunday, where a Senior Citizens service will be at 6 p.m. and members of the Knights of Columbus will participate in a parish memorial service at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, June 27, 1980 P.3 ******** (SIUDZINSKI Emanuel 1910 1980 Phase I Cor B SE Tier A Crypt 8)
JEAN M. SKARDA Jean M. Skarda, age 56, of 1717 S. 25th St,. Manitowoc, passed onto God Wednesday afternoon, February 11, 1998, at home surrounded by family and friends, after a courageous battle with cancer. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 14, 1998, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating will be Father William Zimmer with burial to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Jean was born on December 15, 1941 in Manitowoc, daughter of Margaret Rank and the late Leo Quirk. She married Terrance L. Skarda on February 13, 1960, in Manitowoc. Jean and Terrance recently celebrated their 38th wedding anniversary. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Jean is survived by her husband, Terrance L. Skarda, Manitowoc; two sons, Randy Skarda and Ron Skarda, both of Manitowoc; her mother, Margaret Quirk, Manitowoc; one sister and brother-in-law, Julie and Michael Sciortino, Cato; one granddaughter, Tara Jean Skarda, Manitowoc; uncles, aunts, cousins, and close friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her father, Leo Quirk. Friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home, From 5-9 p.m. Friday, February 13, 1998, and on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be a prayer service at 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, led by Sr. Mary Rose. Jean was a strong willed person and never gave up her faith and her love for God. She would like to thank all of her friends for the cards, flowers, and prayers. She loved them all. Special thanks to Sr. Mary Rose and Father Zimmer of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and also to the staff at Manitowoc Clinic, Holy Family Hospice and whoever touched her path in life's way. Jean will be missed by all. Herald Times Reporter, February 12, 1998 P. 2 ******** (SKARDA Jean M. 12/15/1941 2/11/1998 Phase III Patio C Tier C Crypt 45)
JAMES J. SLADKEY James J. Sladkey, age 82, a Manitowoc resident, died Sunday morning, January 12, 2014 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc. James was born on December 22, 1931 in Manitowoc, son of the late Charles and Theckla (Goetzler) Sladkey. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the class of 1950. James then attended the University of Wisconsin - Madison, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy as well as a Masters of Bacteriology. He was also an active member of the Knights of Columbus Counsel #710. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at the Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Richard Klingeisen with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at the Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, Manitowoc, from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 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. Over the past 15 years he enjoyed attending monthly outings with the 50's Lincoln Boys Club. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the medical and supporting staff of Shady Lane during his recent stay. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Jan. 14, 2014
LOUIS J. SLAGER Louis J. Slager, age 87, formerly of 11229 Cty, Trk. NN, Menchalville, died Sunday, July 31, 1994, at North Ridge Care Center. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 3, 1994, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Kellnersville. Rev. Ronald Colombo will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial with entombment at Calvary Chapel Mausoleum. He was born March 7, 1907, in the town of Franklin, Manitowoc County, son of the late Emil and Barbara Dufek Slager. He grew up and was educated at area schools. He farmed on the homestead his whole life. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church and the Holy Name Society, a member of the Reedsville Sportsman Club and Rockea Hunting Club. Louis enjoyed fishing, hunting and auctions. Survivors include two sisters, Clara Herrmann, Mayme Nate, bothe of Manitowoc; special friends Molly Korinek, Leonard and Luella Schleis and family, all of Menchelville; nieces and nephews include, Herbert Herrmann, Leonard Slager, Jeanne Hynek, Sher Kerns, Keye Menacher, Richard Slager and Barbara Janowitz; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Mike and Edwin Slager. Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, and on Wednesday at St. Joseph's Church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. A prayer service will be at 7:30 p.m. led by Sr. Marlene Greatens at 7:30 p.m. Herald Times Reporter August 1, 1994 pg. A2
PAULINE M. SLAGER Pauline M. Slager, age 69, of 850 Morning Glory Lane, DePere, formerly of Manitowoc, died unexpectedly on Monday, January 1, 1996, at home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, January 4, 1996, at 8 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Seaton Catholic Church, Green Bay. Msgr. John Schuh will officiate with burial in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. She was born May 24, 1926, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Leonard and Mary (Esterl) Herzog. Pauline received her Bachelor's Degree from Silver Lake College and her Masters Degree from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. She was a teacher in the Manitowoc Public Schools. She had a love for education and took pride in earning her Masters Degree as a reading specialist. She loved to read and write poetry. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Connie and Donald Babler, Green Bay; two sons and daughters-in-law, Thomas and Carol Slager, Cincinnati, OH, John and Carolyn Slager, Cincinnati, OH; three grandchildren, Kari and David Babler, and Matthew Slager; one brother and sister-in-law, Ted and Dolores Herzog, Green Bay; one sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and Leonard Kaderabek, Manitowoc. Friends may call at the Ryan Funeral Home, 305 N. Tenth St., DePere, from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday. A memorial fund has been established at the Ryan Funeral Home for St. Anthony Shrine in Cincinnati. Herald Times Reporter, January 3, 1996 P. A2
CELESTINE C. SLEGER Celestine (Sally) Sleger, age 86, a resident of St. Mary's Home for the Aged, Manitowoc, died early Thursday morning, January 25, 1996, at the home. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, January 27, 1996, 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 Rev. Roman Zbieranski, O.F.M. with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. She was born November 12, 1909, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Alex and Mary Revolinsky Ziarnik. She attended St. Mary's Parochial School, Manitowoc Lincoln High School and was a graduate of Manitowoc Business College. Sally also completed a course as a Nurses Aide at Holy Family Hospital. On May 29, 1952, she married Edward S. Sleger at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Sally was employed with the Mirro Aluminum Company for over 30 years. She as also employed as a teacher's aide at Lincoln High School for several years. Sally was an active volunteer in the management of St. Vincent DePaul Store with her husband. She was a member of St. Mary's Rosary and Altar Society and the Manitowoc Senior Citizens. Survivors include her husband, Edard S. Sleger, Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law, Doroth Ziarnik and Viola Sleger, both of Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Erwin, Raymond and Arnold Ziarnik. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m., Friday, January 26, 1996, where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. by Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. Herald Times Reporter, January 25, 1996 P. A2 ******** (SLEGER Celestine C. 1909 1996 Phase I Cor B SW Tier D Crypt 5)
EDWARD S. SLEGER Edward S. Sleger, age 91, formerly of 1912 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning, May 22, 2000, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 25, 2000, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Concelebrating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. and Rev. Tom Wojciechowski, O.F.M. with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Edward was born July 18, 1908, in Greenstreet, Wis., son of the late Frank and Anna Doubek Sleger. Edward attended the Layton Schol of Art in Milwaukee. He served in the United States Army during World War II in Australia and New Guinea from 1942 until 1945. He was one of the five original designers of the current United States flag. On May 29, 1952, he married the former Celestine 'sally? Ziarnik at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on January 25, 1996. Edward was employed with Kraft Foods in Green Bay and later moved to Manitowoc where he worked for F.J. Kerscher Company and the Manitowoc County Hospital. After retiring, he managed the St. Vincent DePaul store. Edward was an avid sportsman and conservationist. He was a member of Izaak Walton League of America, Manitowoc Fish & Game Club and the United Commercial Travelers. Survivors include one sister, Viola M. Sleger; one sister-in-law, Dorothy Ziarnik, both of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by one brother and one sister-in-law, Bernard and Lenora Sleger; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Ann and Earl Toltzmann and Helen Sleger. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Mary's Catholic Church from 9 a.m. Thursday until the time of service at 10 a.m. There will be no Wednesday evening visitation. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, May 23, 2000 P. A2
TILLIE SLEGER Tillie Sleger, age 91, a resident of the Manitowoc Health Care Center and formerly of 1849 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc, died Friday, July 9, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Gerald Foley at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, at 10 a.m. Monday, July 12, 1999. Entombment will be in Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Tillie was born October 21, 1907, in Kellnersville, daughter of the late Matt and Julia Korinek Sleger. During her earlier years, from 1927 through 1934 she was the owner of Yvonne's Beauty Salon. From 1935 until her retirement in 1969, Tillie designed and fashioned hundreds of beautiful bridesmaids dresses and wedding gowns. Tillie was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Holy Innocents Christian Women, and the Daughters of Isabella. Tillie will be remembered for many things, especially how she kept her positive, happy personality, regardless of how challenging life had become for her. Survivors include three sisters, Mayme Mraz and Emma Pelishek, both of Manitowoc, Julie Karlin, California; three brothers, Quirin (Beatrice) Sleger, Joe (Betty) Sleger, all of Manitowoc, Jerry (Lavern) Sleger, Brussels, Wis.; two sisters-in-law, Delores Sleger and Helen Sleger, both of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relative and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Albert, Louis and Jim Sleger. Friends may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church on Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10 a.m. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the Sleger family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, July 11, 1999 P. A2
ANNA SMAZEL Mrs. Anna Smazel, 84, formerly of 1716 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Monday at Manitowoc County Hospital where she had been a patient since Oct. 14. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 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. Smazel, the former Anna Poh, was born Feb. 14, 1884, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of the late Charles and Mary Ann Schmidt Poh. She was married to William Smazel in 1904, and he died June 16, 1958. She was a member of the Germania Society, Eagles Auxiliary and St. Anne ? CMA Society of St. Boniface. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Louise Boehm, and a granddaughter, Mrs. John Hlinak, of Manitowoc and three nephews. A son, Raymond, died in 1935. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday where at 8 p.m. a memorial service will be conducted by the parish and members of St. Anne's. Manitowoc Herald Times Tuesday, November 5, 1968 pg T-5 ******** FEARED SWEETHEART WOULDN'T WED HER Manitowoc Girl Takes Poison and May Die - Lover is at Her Bedside Manitowoc, Wis., Oct. 2 - (Special) Unrequited love and the fear that the man to whom her affections had been given would not wed her prompted Annie Poh, a pretty 19 year old girl to attempt suicide by drinking carbolic acid last night and she is now in critical condition at the Holy Family Hospital. Attending physicians give but little hope of her recovery. The girl made her home with a brother and at 1 o'clock the family were aroused by her sufferings. The girl's sweetheart is at her bedside and if she recovers the marriage will take place at once. The Chronicle - Tues., Oct. 6, 1903
JOSEPHINE SMAZEL Mrs. Josephine Smazel, 89, of 2212 Clark St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient since Dec. 19. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. Officiating at the solemn requiem high Mass will be the Revs. Clement P. Kern as celebrant, Richard Heymen as deacon and Allan Walt as sub-deacon. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. The former Josephine Franz was born in Germany Dec. 13, 1870, daughter of the late John and Agnes Decker Franz. She came to the United States as a young girl with her parents, who settled at Manitowoc. She was married May 10, 1892, to Wenzel Smazel. He died May 5, 1950. Mrs. Smazel was a charter member of Christian Mothers Society of St. Paul Catholic Church. Surviving are a daughter, Miss Agnes Smazel with whom Mrs. Smazel made her home; a brother, Clement Franz of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Albert Schipper of Manitowoc and several nieces and nephews. Five brothers and a sister preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 27, 1960
WILLIAM SMAZEL William Smazel, 72, retired founder and former head of the Manitowoc Guernsey Dairy Co., died early Wednesday evening at his home at 1716 Marshal St., Manitowoc, following a heart attack. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 11 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, the Rev. Alfred Pritzl officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. He was born April 28, 1886, in Manitowoc, son of the late Wenzel and Katherine Oswald Smazel, and was a resident of Manitowoc all his life. He married the former Anna Poh in Manitowoc in 1904 and was the founder and operator of the Manitowoc Guernsey Dairy co. He retired from business 16 years ago. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Boniface Church and of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Survivors include his wife; a sister, Mrs. Albert Zych of Manitowoc and a granddaughter. A son, Raymond, preceded him in death in 1935. Friends may call after 4 p.m. Friday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 12, 1958 P. 23
ANN MICHELLE SMITH Ann Michelle Smith, age 47, of Madison, passed way on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2007, following a long illness.? She was born on Oct. 14, 1959, in Manitowoc, to Marie (Nee Mirabile) Smith and the late Walter G. Smith. She attended St. Paul Grade School and graduated from Roncalli High School in 1978. Ann received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and a Bachelor of Science degree in Educational Studies with a concentration in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Ann received a Master of Science in Educational Psychology/ Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1984. She received certification as a Rehabilitation Counselor (1985) and as a Professional Counselor (1993). Ann had a long career in service to the state of Wisconsin including positions with the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Governor's Committee for People with Disabilities, the Department of Health and Social Services, and the Department of Workforce Development. She dedicated her life to issues of affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, and civil rights. She served on many commissions for the City of Madison and the State of Wisconsin, including the Equal Opportunities Commission of Madison, The Citizens Advisory Commission on People with Disabilities, and the Affirmative Action Commission. Ann was a mentor and true friend to many people, especially people with physical and mental challenges, giving generously of her time.? (Survivors omitted for privacy.) She was preceded in death by her father: Walter G. Smith and one sister: Mary.? A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 29, 2007, at St. Francis of Assisi-Grand Avenue Site. The Rev. Monsignor James Vanden Hogen will officiate, with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum. Relatives and friends may call at church from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.? Memorials may be made to Roncalli High School.? Her family would like to thank all the staff of the University of Wisconsin Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Don and Marilyn Anderson Hospice Care Center for their help and support.? The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc, is assisting the Smith family.? Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 22, 2007
AUSTIN F. SMITH Austin F. Smith, age 88, a retired Manitowoc attorney, formerly of 1133 Windiate St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, October 1, 2000, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, October 5, 2000, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Gerald Foley will officiate with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Austin was born November 18, 1911, at DePere, Wis., son of the late Herb J. and Anna Hahn Smith. Austin attended the University of Wisconsin, graduating from Law School in 1936. He worked for the firm of Dieke and Fisher, in Two Rivers, from 1936 until 1939, when he left to form a partnership with Lyman Fisher, in Manitowoc. Austin was joined in practice at various times by attorneys, the late Patrick Harlow, Thomas Knab, Judge Allen Deehr, and Steven Srenaski. Austin retired from practice in May of 1992. He served as Corporate Attorney for the Lake to Lake Dairy Cooperative for over 30 years. Austin also active as a local attorney for the Manitou Girls Scout Council fro (sic) many years. Austin was a member of the Manitowoc Lions club for 55 years, where he served as District Governor from 1948-1949. He was president of the Manitowoc Lions Club, 1953-1954. Austin received the Melvin Jones Fellowship in 1988. Austin was a past member of the Manitowoc Izaak Walton League, serving as the President of the Manitowoc Chapter in 1953 and state president in 1957. He was a life time member of B.P.O. Elks Manitowoc Lodge #687. He was also a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Bishop Thomas Danehy Assembly #1212. He was also a member of the American Bar Association, and the Wisconsin Bar Association. He was married (sic) Jeanne M. Grover, September 14, 1939, at Mishicot, Wis. She preceded him in death February 5, 1996. Austin is survived by three daughters, Susan and her husband, Fred Becker, Memphis, Tenn., Sara Magee, and her husband, David Reaney, St. Cloud, Minn., and Abby Smith, Madison, Wis.; six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, N. 14th & Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc, from 10:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Thursday, October 5, 2000. Austin's family request memorials in lieu of flowers to be given to St. Mary's Nursing Home, Manitowoc. Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc is serving the family with arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, October 4, 2000 P. A2
BURTT M. SMITH Burtt M. Smith, age 82, of 2934 South 10th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly on Friday, November 8, 1996, at his residence. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 1996 at the St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Carl Meuelemans O.F.M. with entombment to follow at the Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Burtt was born on June 16, 1914, in Manitowoc, Wis., son of the late Lake M. and Laura Nemachek Smith. He married Grace Schemchak on April 19, 1941, at St. May's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The couple celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary in 1996. Burtt was employed at the Mirro Company, Manitowoc for 50 years, retiring in August of 1983 as the assistant plant manager. He was a member of the Mirro Management Club and the Elks Club of Manitowoc. Survivor include his wife, Grace Smith; one son and daughter-in-law, Greg nad Michele Smith, Manitowoc; two sisters, Helen Morz, and Marjorie Petersen, both of Manitowoc; two granddaughters, Cassandra and Nicole; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was prceded in death by a sister, Joan Peltier and a brother Andrew Smith. Friends may call on Tuesday morning from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. at the church. There will be no Monday evening visitation. Burtt enjoyed his walks along the lakeshore with his friends, Harold Anderson and Jay Woodcock. He also enjoyed golfing with his friend, Lester Deubler. Burtt was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Herald Times Reporter, November 10, 1996 P. A2
CHARLES A. SMITH Charles A. Smith, age 88, a resident of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, formerly of 8530 W. Appleton Ave, Milwaukee, died Monday, January 16, 1995, at Park Lawn Home. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, January 19, 1995, at St. Pauls Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Ronald Reimer with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. He was born November 4, 1906, in Cudahy, Wis., son of the late Edward J. and Julia Farrell Smith. He owned and operated Casco Sales Company for many years in Milwaukee until he retired. He married Ruth L. Surfus April 13, 1940, at St. Paul's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He was a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church, Milwaukee-Pere Marquette Knights of Columbus Council #524 where he was a 4th Degree Knight, Travelers Protective Association and the Shamrock Club of Milwaukee. Survivors include his wife, Ruth, Manitowoc; three brothers-in-law, John Surfus, Donald Surfus and Mark Surfus, all of Manitowoc; four sisters-in-law, Mrs. Gertrude Lax, Miss Margaret Surfus, Miss Marian Surfus and Mrs. Lila Surfus, all of Manitowoc. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by three sisters. Friends may call at St. Paul's Catholic Church on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, January 17, 1995 P. A2
GRACE SMITH Grace Smith, age 79, of 2934 S. 10th St, Manitowoc, died Friday morning, May 2, 1997, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 6, 1997, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Carl Meulemans O.F.M. with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. The former Grace Shemchak was born March 30, 1918, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Martin and Michaelena Mrotek Shemchak. She was a graduate of Lincoln High School, graduating with the class of 1935. On April 19, 1941, she married Burtt M. Smith at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The couple celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary in 1996. He preceded her in death on November 8, 1996. Grace was originally employed by David's Beauty Salon and later owned the business until her retirement in 1992. She was an auxillary member of the Manitowoc Elks Club. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Michele Smith; two granddaughters, Cassandra and Nicole; three sisters-in-law, Helen Morz (sic), Marjorie Petersen, Ruth Shemchak, all of Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by three brothers, John, Antone and Charlie Shemchak; five sisters, Katharine Sypnafski, Frances Pionek, Helen Mrotek, Josephine Peterson, Irene Wilfer; three infant brothers. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Boniface Catholic Church from 9 a.m. Tuesday until the time of service. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, May 3, 1997 P. A2 ******** (SMITH Grace 3/30/1918 5/2/1997 Phase II Cor A SE Tier E Crypt 4)
JEANNE G. SMITH Jeanne G. Smith, of 1133Windiate St., Manitowoc, wife of Austin F. Smith, passed away at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, on Monday, February 5, 1996. Jeanne was born December 28, 1916 at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Edward and Elsie Dicke Grover. Jeanne was married to Austin F. Smith September 14, 1939, in Mishicot. Survivors include her husband, Austin; three daughters, Susanand her husband, Fred Becker, Memphis, Tenn., Sara and her husband, Dave Reaney, St. Cloud, Minn., Abby Smith, Madison; one brother and sister-in-law, William and Jean Grover, Fort Meyers, Fla.; one sister and brother-in-law, Diane and John Honatka, Aliquippa, Pa.; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends will gather to share memories with the family at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, on Friday, February 9, 196, from 3-5 p.m. Cremation will have taken place with entombment of her cremated remains at Calvary Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Manitowoc Public Library Foundation Expansion Fund, 808 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, WI 54220 Herald Times Reporter, February 7, 1996 P. A2 ******** (SMITH Jeanne G. 12/25/1916 2/5/1996 Phase III Alc B Tier B Crypt 34)
LOUIS C. SMITH, SR. (d. 1993) Louis C. Smith Sr., age 73, of 2230 Paul Road, Manitowoc, died early Tuesday morning, December 14, 1993, at his residence. Funeral Services will be 9:30 a.m. Friday, December 17, 1993, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Msgr. Alfred A. Schneider followed with Military Services provided by the VFW Otto Oas Post No. 659. He was born May 12, 1920, at Milwaukee, son of the late Charles and Mary Ann Conjerski Smith. Mr. Smith was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School class of 1940 and then served with the United States Air Force 24th Bombardment Squadron receiving his honorable discharge in 1946. He married the former Mary C. Reed June 16, 19456, at Smokey Hill Army Air Force Base, Salina, Kan. She preceded him in death September 14, 1990. The couple were Manitowoc residents until 1972 then moving to Sturgeon Bay until 1990 and then back to Manitowoc. Mr. Smith was employed with the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company as a ship fitter and ship fitters foreman from 1950 until 1972 then moving with the company to Sturgeon Bay from 1972 until his retirement in 1982. He was a member of Sturgeon Bay Elk's Club and the VFW Otto Oas Post No. 659, Manitowoc. Survivors include two sons and one daughter-in-law, Charles and Judy Smith, LaCrosse, Louis C. Smith Jr. Neenah; four daughters and two sons-in-law, Susan Smith, Manitowoc, Barbara Schroeder and her fianc?e John Pickar, Mishicot, Christine and Lloyd Lutze, Newton, Michelle and Arthur Zuehkle, Manitowoc; 11 grandchildren, Aaron, Joseh and Rachel Schroeder, Shannon, Ben and Megan Lutze, Franklin, Cecilia and Edward Zuehlke, Cameron and Leslie Smith; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Richard and Jenine Smith, rural Manitowoc; two sisters, Elsie Schwerma and Agnes Cerkas, both of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends survive. He was also preceded in death by one brother, Charles, and two sisters, Rose Wagner and Lucille Smith. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Thursday where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. by Deacon Maurice Reed, followed by Sturgeon Bay Elk's Memorial Service. Memorials would be appreciated to Holy Family Memorial Medical Center Hospice. Herald Times Reporter, December 15, 1993 P. A2
MARIE SMITH Marie (Mirabile) Smith, age 89, formerly of 4330 Custer Lane, Manitowoc, died on Wednesday morning, March 10, 2010 at St. Mary's at Felician Village following a long illness. Marie was born on Aug. 6, 1920, in Louisville, Ky., daughter of the late Arcangelo and Josephine (Cocozzi) Mirabile. She attended St. Columba Grade School and graduated from Shawnee High School in 1938. After graduation, Marie worked first as a medical receptionist and later as an underwriter for the Commonwealth Life Insurance Company of Louisville, Ky., until her marriage on July 7, 1947, to Walter G. Smith. She moved to Reedsville with her husband, who taught school at Reedsville from 1946 to 1962. In 1962, the family moved to Manitowoc where Walter managed Northern Elevator until his retirement due to illness. He preceded her in death on June 21, 1964. Mrs. Smith was an active member of St. Paul Catholic Church which later merged with other churches to form St. Francis of Assisi Parish. She served as a volunteer at Roncalli High School and on the Board of Directors of Parkview Haven. She and her husband, Walter, tended a large yard and garden and she was an expert at canning and making preserves. Her friends and family admired her skills in gardening, cooking, and needlework. Marie also enjoyed crossword puzzles and was an avid reader. Survivors include her three children: Walter (Christine) Smith, St. Louis, Mo.; Felicia (Joseph) Rosland-Reindl, Sheboygan; Constance Hendrick, St. Paul, Minn; five grandchildren: Ann Marie Rosland, M.D. (Ron Buckanovich M.D.), Ann Arbor, Mich.; Connie (Chris) Boeckl, West Bend; Adam Hendrick, St. Paul, Minn.; Elinor Hendrick, Cottage Grove, Minn.; Emily Smith, St. Louis, Mo.; one great-granddaughter: Marann (sic) Buckanovich, Ann Arbor, Mich.; nieces, nephews, many special relatives and friends also survive. In addition to her parents and her husband, Walter, she was preceded in death by two daughters: Mary and Ann; two sisters, Rose and Josephine. Funeral services will be held at 1130 a.m. Saturday, March 13, 2010, at St. Francis of Assisi, Grand Ave., and S. 14th st., Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard Klingelsen will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial. Entombment will take place at Calvary Mausoleum. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is serving the Smith family. The family would like to thank all the staff of St. Mary's at Felician Village for their help and support. Herald Times Reporter, March 12, 2010
MARY SMITHWICK (d. 1921) Miss Mary Smith, 75, died at St. Mary's Orphan asylum yesterday following an illness due to infirmities incident to old age. Miss Smith had been an inmate of the home for 10 years or more past and previously had been employed at the Holy Family hospital. She is survived by a number of relatives in Kewaunee county. (*obit continues as follows...appears lines are missing in the newspaper) morning at St. Mary's Orphan asylum at 8 o'clock. Burial will be at Calvary cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News Saturday, July 30, 1921 pg. 4
MARY C. SMITH (d. 1990) Mary C. Smith, 65, of 2141 Granger Rd., Manitowoc, died Friday, September 14, 1990. She was born November 27, 1924 in Appleton, daughter of the late Bernard and Agnes Hoolihan Reed. She married Louis C. Smith, June 16, 1945 at Smokey Hill Army Air Force Base, Salina, Kansas. The couple were formerly of Manitowoc, moving to Sturgeon Bay from 1972 until 1990 when the couple returned in May of that year. Survivors include her husband, Louis C. Smith Sr.; four daughters and three sons-in-law, Susan Smith, Manitowoc, Barbara and Kevin Schroeder, Mishicot, Christina and Lloyd Lutze, Newton, Michelle and Arthur Zuehlke, Manitowoc; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Charles and Judy Smith, LaCrosse, Louis C. Smith Jr., Manitowoc; three brothers and three sisters-in-law, Bernard and Evelyn Reed, Two Rivers, Maurice and Janice Reed, Appleton, Edward and Marie Jo Reed, Calif.; four sisters and four brothers-in-law, Margaret and Elwyn Schroeder, Kaukauna, Dorothy and Vernon Holschbach, Manitowoc, Cecilia and Lloyd Van Dyn Hoven, Kaukauna, Elaine and Philip Fischer, Suring; two sisters-in-law, Elsie Schwerma, Manitowoc and Agnes Cerkas, Manitowoc; two brothers-in-law, Donald and Betty Smith, Manitowoc, Richard and Jeneane Smith, Kellnersville; 11 grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives also survive. She was preceded in death by a brother, Phillip. Funeral services were Monday at Holy Innocents Catholic church, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Leo Schmitt officiating. Entombment was at the Calvary Mausoleum. Denmark Press - Thursday, Sept. 20, 1990 ******** (SMITH Mary C. 11/27/1924 9/14/1990 Phase II Cor C SE Tier F Crypt 6)
RUTH L. SMITH Ruth L. (Surfus) Smith, age 97, formerly of 5145 Sunset Road, Manitowoc, died Saturday morning, Sept. 30, 2006, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc. Ruth was born on Aug. 14, 1909, in Door County, daughter of the late Louis and Mary (Fax) Surfus. She was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1927. On April 13, 1940, she married Charles A. Smith at St. Paul's Catholic Church in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1996. Ruth worked at Mirro as a switchboard operator before advancing to executive secretary. She worked as a public stenographer at Plankington Arcade in downtown Milwaukee, and handled all of the office work for her husband's business. Upon the death of her husband, Ruth made her home with her brother Mark in Manitowoc. Survivors include her brother: Mark Surfus, Manitowoc; nieces and nephews, other relatives and many special friends. Ruth is also preceded in death by three sisters: Gertrude Lax, Margaret Surfus, and Marian Surfus; four brothers: John, Kenneth, Donald and Paul Surfus. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 3, at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dan Felton, with entombment to follow at Calvary mausoleum. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand on Tuesday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 2, 2006 ******** WEDDINGS OF COUPLES ARE HELD TODAY Surfus-Smith In a ceremony read at 8 o'clock this morning at St. Paul's Catholic church, Miss Ruth L. Surfus, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Surfus, 2402 Western avenue, became the bride of Charles Andress Smith of Milwaukee, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Campbell of West Allis. The Rev. Martin Jaeckels read the service. The bride had her two sisters as her attendants. Margaret was maid of honor and Marian bridesmaid. Newell Douht of Milwaukee was Mr. Smith's best man. The bride wore a period gown of white net topped with a jacket of frosted white braid. The jacket had a French frill back and short puffed sleeves. The fingertip veil fell from a tiara of seed pearls, and the bride carried white roses and sweet peas. The "something old" in her bridal ensemble was her mother's wedding handkerchief. Her sisters wore frocks of net made with sweetheart necklines and full skirts with panels of frosted blue braid. Margaret wore blue and Marian pink. They carried roses and wore necklaces of pearls that were their sister's gifts to them. Organ music for the processional was augmented by violin selections played by Miss Virginia Kestly. The wedding dinner was served this noon at Dill's tearoom, and the reception is being held there this afternoon until 4. Then the young couple will leave on a wedding trip, to be at home after April 21st in Milwaukee where Mr. Smith is employed. Out of town guests at the wedding today are Mr. and Mrs. Newell Douht of Milwaukee, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Radler of West Allis, Miss Lila Meany of Milwaukee and Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Erdmann and Henry Surfus of Sturgeon Bay. Manitowoc Herald Times Saturday, April 13, 1940 pg. 8 ******** (SMITH Ruth L. 8/14/1909 9/30/2006 Phase IV Alc B Tier E Crypt 413)
WALTER G. SMITH Walter G. Smith, 66, of 4330 Custer Lane, Manitowoc, died Thursday evening, June 21, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Philip Hoffmann and entombment will be in Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Mr. Smith was born July 7, 1917, at Willow Springs, Wisconsin, son of the late Louis E. and Claire C. Marr Smith. He attended schools at Mineral Point, Wisconsin, and graduated from Mineral Point High School in 1936. He attended and graduated from Platteville University with a degree in Agriculture. He married the former Marie A. Mirabile at Louisville, Kentucky on June 7, 1947. Mr. Smith taught school at Reedsville High School from 1946 to 1952. He moved to Manitowoc in 1952 where he was manager of Northern Elevator until his retirement due to illness. Mr. Smith was a veteran of World War II, serving with the United States Army as a Staff Sergeant. Mr. Smith was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church where he served as past chairman of the parish council. Mr. Smith was a member of St. Paul's Athletic Association. He served on the Board of Directors of Parkview Haven. He was a member of the Planning Commission of City of Manitowoc. He served as past president and on the Board of Directors of Wisconsin Feed, Seed and Farm Supply Association. Mr. Smith was a member and past president of the Men's Garden Club, a member of the Isaac Walton League, a member of Travelers Protective Association and a member of the Manitowoc Chamber of Commerce. Survivors include his wife, Marie A.; a son, Walter G. Smith Jr. of Glenview, Illinois; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Felicia and Chris Rosland, of Milwaukee, Constance and Dr. David Hendricks of Minneapolis, and Miss Ann Smith of Milwaukee; a brother, Harold Smith of Eau Claire, Wisconsin; a sister, Mrs. Helen Clark of Mineral Point, Wisconsin; and two grandchildren, Ann Marie and Connie Rosland. He was preceded in death by two brothers. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday where a prayer service will be at 8 p.m. by Father Hoffmann. Memorials may be made to Roncalli High School. Herald Times Reporter, June 22, 1984 P. 3 ******** (SMITH Walter G. 7/7/1917 6/21/1984 Phase I Patio A Tier E Crypt 3)
JOSEPH J. SOBEL Joseph J. Sobel, age 72, of 2350 S. 23rd St, Manitowoc, died Thursday afternoon, February 4, 1993, at his residence. Funeral Services will be held Sunday evening at the pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Entombment will be at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Mr. Sobel was born March 4, 1920, at Manitowoc, son of the late Joseph and Joanna Markowski Sobel. Mr. Sobel was a lifelong Manitowoc resident. He was a Veteran of World War II, serving in the United States Navy. He had been employed for 35 years at Mirro Aluminum Co., retiring in 1982. Survivors include three sons and a daughter-in-law, Brother Michael Sobel, Mo., Patrick and Laurie Sobel, Ariz., Anthony Sobel, Green Bay; two daughters and a son-in-law, Michele Petska, Manitowoc, Pamela and Richard Leiber, Va.; two brothers, Marvin Sobel, Manitowoc, Richard Sobel, Manitowoc; grandchildren, Rachel and Jacob, Kimberly, Lindsay, Elizabeth and Catherine; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by a brother and a sister. Friends may call at the Pfeffer funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. on Sunday evening. Herald Times Reporter, February 5, 1993 P. A2
RICHARD L. SOBEL Richard L. Sobel, age 67, of 2903 Viebahn St., Manitowoc, died unespectedly Thursday afternoon, October 20, 1994, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 24, 1994, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 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 September 9, 1927, in Manitowoc, son of the late Joseph and Johanna Markowski Sobel. Mr. Sobel was a veteran of the United States Navy serving from 1945-1946. He married the former Charlotte Bonin June4 25, 1949, at St. Paul's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He was employed with the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company for 25 years during which time he was a member of Boilermakers Local 443. He later was employed by the Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 206 of Fond du Lac for 20 years and retired in 1988. Mr. Sobel was a Junior Rifle Instructor for the Manitowoc Recreation Department for 22 years and was a life member of the NRA. He also was a member of St. Mary's Mens Club. Survivors include his wife, Charlotte J. Sobel, Manitowoc; four daughters and sons-in-law, Cindy and Dave Kocourek, Whitelaw, Sue and Dan Krueger, Francis Creek, Sally and Dave Radke, Brookfield, Sherri and Jim Radke, Waukesha; three sons and one daughter-in-law, Terry and Kathy Sobel, Shoto, Time Sobel, Manitowoc, Tom Sobel, Washington, D.C.; 10 grandchildren, Christie, John, Carrie and Keith Kocourek, Theresa and Dan Krueger, Tarah Radke, Bonnie, Brenda and Brian Sobel; one brother, Marvin Sobe, Manitowoc.. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Gertrude Rehrauer, and a brother, Joe Sobel. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4-8 p.m. Sunday, where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. He loved hunting and spending time with his children and grandchildren and will be sadly missed. Manitowoc Herald Times October 22, 1994 pg. A2
MARY SOBIECH Mary Sobich birth: 1898 Manitowoc death: 6 February 1901 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin residence: 1901 Manitowoc, Wis. father: Xavier Sobich mother: Veronika Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 *Note: Placed here because her parents are here.
VERONICA SOBIECH Mrs. Xavier Sobiech Sr., (photo) 79 of 1705 South 18th street, died this morning at the Holy Family hospital, followiwng a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Pfeffer funeral home and at 9 o'clock at St. Andrews church, the Rev. Henry Letz officiating. Burial will be in calvary cemetery. Mrs. Sobiech, nee Veronica Michalski, was born in Poland in 1867 and came to this city as a child. Sixty-one years ago she was married to Xaxier (sic) Sobiech, who operated a dairy here for years, before retiring in 1934. The couple observed their golden wedding in 1935. Mr. Sobiech died three years ago. Survivors are five daughters, Mrs. Nic Blashka, Mrs. John Franz and Mrs. Justine of this city, Mrs. Frank Sadkows of School Hill, Mrs. William Monroe of Chicago; four sons, Michael of Collins, Anton, Xavier Jr., Edward of this city; sister, Mrs. Mary Rugowski of this city; 26 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Saturday, where the rosary will be recited at 7:15 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 3, 1946 P.2
WAZLAUS SOBIECH Wazlaus Sobiech birth: February 1898 Manitowoc death: 16 October 1898 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin residence: 1898 Manitowoc father: Xavier Sobiech mother: Vernoa Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 *Note: Placed here because parents are here.
XAVIER SOBIECH (d. 1943) Xavier Sobieck, Sr.,(sic) 80, of 1705 South 18th street, died at 7 a.m. today at the Holy Family hospital after a lingering illness. Arrangements for the funeral have not been completed pending word from a son, Private First Class Xavier Sobieck, Jr., in Georgia. Details of the funeral plans will be announced Wednesday. Mr. Sobieck, operator of the Green Star Dairy for several years until his retirement about nine years ago, was born in Poland on May 6, 1862 and came to Manitowoc when he was 20 years old. He was married here at the old St. Mary's church on May 31, 1885 to Miss Veronica Machalski. The couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1935. Survivors are the widow; five daughters, Mrs. Nic Blashka, Manitowoc route 3, Mrs. Frank Sadkowski and Mrs. John I. Franz of Newton route 1, Mrs. William Munroe of Chicago and Miss Justine at home; four sons, Michael of Taus, Anton of this city, Xavier, Jr., a private first class in an Army camp in Georgia, and Edward at home; 25 grandchildren and 12 great- grandchildren. Since his retirement several years ago Mr. Sobieck spent his time in cultivating five acres of land which adjoins the family home just south of St. Mary's cemetery. The body was removed to the Pfeffer funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 26, 1943 P. 2
CHESTER J. SOBIESKI Chester J. Sobieski, age 78, of 2233 Russell Lane, Manitowoc, died Sunday, September 3, 1995, at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center. Private Family Funeral Services were held Tuesday, September 5, 1995, at Calvary Chapel Mausoleum. Rev. Gerald Foley officiated. Chester was born July 10, 1917, at Manitowoc, son of the late John and Bernice Kaczmarek Sobieski. He grew up and was educated in Manitowoc and for many years was employed at Mirro Aluminum Company retiring in 1979. He was married to Emily L. Remiker September 10, 1949, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. They celebrated 45 years of marriage together. He was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church and a veteran of World War II serving in the United States army Air Force 376th Bombardier Group, 15 Air Force from 1941-1945. Chester enjoyed his family, hunting and fishing. Survivors include his wife, Emily two daughters and sons-in-law, Mary and Donald Meixell, Arlington, Texas, Jane and Paul Zwieg, Wausau; five grandchildren, Anne, Theresa and David Meixell, Brian and Kar Zwieg; a sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Florian Jankowski, Manitowoc; a brother-in-law, Harold Brixius, Manitowoc; a sister-in-law, Viola Lensmeyer, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Chester was also preceded in death by his sister, Eunice Brixius. Reinbold Pfeffer Funeral Home is serving the family. Herald Times Reporter, September 5, 1995 P. A2
EMILY L. SOBIESKI Emily L. Sobieski, age 85, of Mount View Nursing Home, Wausau, where she resided for the last seven years, and formerly of 2233 Russell Lane, Manitowoc, died on Saturday, March 29, 2008, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Emily was born on June 21, 1922, in the town of Franklin, daughter of the late John and Julia (Sauer) Remiker. On Sept. 10, 1949, she married Chester Sobieski at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Kellnersville. He preceded her in death on Sept. 3, 1995. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law: Mary (Don) Meixell, Arlington, Texas, and Jane (Paul) Zwieg, Weston; five grandchildren: Anne (Jon) Marquart, Bentonville, Ark.; Theresa Meixell, Dallas, Texas; David Meixell, Houston, Texas; Brian Zwieg, St. Paul, Minn.; and Kara Zwieg, LaCross; two greatgrandchildren: Avery and Mason Marquart, Bentonville, Ark.; one sister; Viola Lensmeyer, Manitowoc; and one sister-in-law and brother-in-law; Evelyn (Florian) Jankowski, Manitowoc. Other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Chester; and one sister-in-law and two brothers-in-law: Eunice (Harold) Brixius, and Herbert Lensmeyer. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 3, 2008, at the Calvary Chapel Mausoleum. The Rev. Gerald Foley will officiate, with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum. Relatives and friends may call on Thursday, April 3, 2008, from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service at 1:30 p.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is assisting the Sobieski family. Herald Times Reporter, April 1, 2008
CHRISTOPHER SOCH Christopher M. Soch, age 19, of 950 S. 39th Street, Manitowoc, died Saturday, Oct. 20, 2001 at Marquette General Hospital, Marquette, Michigan. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2001, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dave Beaudry with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Chris was born March 24, 1982, in Manitowoc, son of Linda Lawrence and Michael Soch. Chris graduated with high honors from Manitowoc Lincoln High School, Class of 2000. He was enrolled at Lakeshore Technical College in the Marketing Program. Chris was employed at Copps Food Center, Manitowoc. Survivors include his mother, Linda Lawrence, his father and step mother, Michael and Debbie Soch; a sister, Lisa Soch; a step brother, Jeremiah Behnke; a step sister, Leann Behnke; maternal grandmother, Evelyn Lawrence and his paternal grandparents, Donald and Geraldine Soch, all of Manitowoc. Also surviving are his special friends, Michael Fictum, Andrea Peersohn, Troy Hannah , Kevin Ramaker, Tim Robinson, Casey McCarthy, Amanda Dolfin, Dawn Mirenda, Jamie Jeanty, Ann and Justin Pehrson and Steven Toltzmann. Also surviving are aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Chris was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Jerome Lawrence. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 8 p.m. this Tuesday where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friends may also call Wednesday morning at Sacred Heart Catholic Church from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. God's Child and Yours I?ll lend you for a little time a child of Mine, He said, For you to love the while he lives and mourn for when he's dead. It may be six or seven years or twenty-two or three But will you, till I call him back, take care of him for Me? He?ll bring his charms to glad you And should his stay be brief, You?ll have his lovely memories as solace for your grief. I cannot promise he will stay since all from earth return, But there are lessons taught down here, I want this child to learn. I?ve looked this wide world over in search of teachers true And from the throngs that crowd life's lane I have decided you. Now will you give him all your love nor think the labor vain And hate Me when I come to call to take him back again? I fancy that I heard them say, Dear Lord, Thy will be done. For all the joy this child will bring the risk of grief we? run, We?ll shelter him with tenderness, we?ll love him while we may, And for the happiness we?ve known forever grateful stay. And should the angels call for him much sooner than we planned We?ll have the bitter grief that comes and try to understand Author Unknown Herald Times Reporter, October 23, 2001 P. A3
MARGARETHA SOCHOR Death Wed., (last week) following a long illness, of Mrs. Margarethe Sochor in the residence of her niece, Mrs. M. Simon here. The deceased was born 24 June 1816 in Bohemia and came to America as a child with her family. The funeral was held Sat. from the St. Boniface Church. Der Nord Westen, 14 Jan. 1904 ******** Mrs. Margaret Sochor, aged 86, died last week at the home of her niece, Mrs. Simon, at 815 Marshall street. The funeral took place Saturday morning at 9 o'clock at St. Boniface's church. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, January 14, 1904 P. 1 ******** Margartha Sochor birth: 26 June 1818 Germany death: 6 January 1904 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin residence: 1904 Manitowoc father: Michael Schripp mother: Margaret Schrinpp Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
MARIAN STANGEL SONDERGAARD Mrs. Nils Sondergaard, 43, former Manitowoc resident, died Sunday, Sept. 11, at her home in Stuttgart, Germany, after a coronary attack. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Alfred Pritzl will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The former Marian Jean Stangel was born Aug. 18, 1923, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Adolph C. Stangel and Mrs. Bernadette Murray Stangel, of Manitowoc. She attended St. Boniface Parochial School and was graduate of Lincoln High School, Class of 1941, and Marquette University, Class of 1945. She was married to Col. Nils Sondergaard Sept. 1, 1946. Mrs. Sondergaard was a member of Kappa Beta Gamma Sorority and Marquette University Women's Club. Survivors include her husband, a son; four daughters (Surivors omitted for privacy.); her mother, Mrs. Adolph C. Stangel, of Manitowoc; a brother, Charles Stangel, of Manitowoc, and three sisters, Mrs. Thomas Kretschmer, of Saginaw, Mich., Mrs. Gregory Kreft, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Donald Mueller, of Neenah. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 19, 1966 P.9
ROLAND J. SOUCY Roland J. Soucy, age 83, passed away on Tuesday morning, Jan. 18, 2005, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc, after a courageous battle with cancer. Roland was born on Jan. 16, 1922 in New Bedford, Mass., son of the late Eugene and Edna Langevin Soucy. Roland was a World War II veteran who served with the United States Navy as a machinist on submarines. He served out of Manitowoc on the USS Rasher. On a brief layover in Manitowoc for repairs, he met and on May 15, 1943 married the former Catherine Bastianelli at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc, a love affair that lasted 61 years. After his retirement from Hamilton Mfg. he volunteered and later worked as a submarine tour guide at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum, until shortly before his death. He had great respect and dedication for the Maritime Museum and to the purpose it serves. Roland was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, VFW Otto Oas Post #659 and also the Submarine Vets Incorporated. Roland loved and cared for his family and will be deeply missed by all. Survivors include his loving wife: Catherine, Manitowoc; three children: Carol and Ronald Sickinger, Cato; Rita and David Williams, Minnesota; and William and June Soucy, South Carolina; five grandchildren: Clair, Nicholas, Stacy, Lindy and Blake; one great-grandchild: Joseph; one brother-in-law and his wife: Henry and Carol Bastianelli, Manitowoc; and one sister-in-law and her husband: Marian and Clayton Duby, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Roland was also preceded in death by one sister: Fran Bishop. The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 until 8 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 21, 2005 at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. A prayer service will be held at 6 p.m. led by Deacon Robert Drobka. Visitation will continue from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005 at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005 at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Camillus Janas O.F.M. with entombment to follow at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc, where military rites will be accorded by the VFW Otto Oas Post #659. Memorials preferred to the Wisconsin Maritime Museum, 75 Maritime Drive, Manitowoc, WI 54220-6823 The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Thursday, January 20, 2005 pg. A3
FRANK W. SPACEK Frank W. Spacek, age 78, of 1824 Calumet Ave., Manitowoc, died early Thursday morning, June 1, 1995, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, following a courageous battle with cancer. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 2, 1995, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. He was born February 10, 1917, in Kewaunee County, son of the late Frank and Katherine Kulpa Spacek Sr. Mr. Spacek was a veteran of the United States Army serving during World War II in Germany. He married the former Magdalen Braun November 29, 1939, at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Whitelaw. Mr. Spacek was the founder and president of Frank's Auto Service for over 45 years. He was a member and past president of the Kiwanis Club, a 45 year member of the Fraternal Order of Eagle #706, a member of the VFW Post #659 of Manitowoc, United Commercial Travelers, AmVets Post #99, Travelers Protective Association, and the Isaac Walton League of America. Survivors include his wife, Magdalen Spacek; a daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Glenn Schramm, Manitowoc; two grandsons, Greg and his wife, Tina Schramm, Jamie and his wife, Jodi Schramm; a sister and brother-in-law, Shirley A. and Charles Oswald Jr., Manitowoc; special friends, Eleanore and Victor Tadych, Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Sylvester and Eugene Spacek. Friends may all at St. Mary's Catholic Church from 9 a.m. Friday until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Thursday evening visitation. A memorial fund will be established in his memory. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Frank enjoyed many years with his family at his cottage in Crivitz and his winters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Frank was a very special person to his family and especially loved his two grandson, Greg and Jamie. Frank also enjoyed his hobby of making and repairing clocks. Herald Times Reporter, June 1, 1995 P. A2
MAGDALEN A. SPACEK Magdalen (Maggie) Spacek, age 82, of 3824 Calumet Ave., Manitowoc, died Monday morning, December 28, 1998, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, December 30, 1998, 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. She was born January 21, 1916, in Whitelaw, daughter of the late John and Leana Gerl Braun Sr. On November 29, 1939, she married Frank W. Spacek at St. Michael Catholic Church, Whitelaw. He preceded her in death in June 1995. The couple owned and operated Frank's Auto Service for over 45 years. Magdalen was a promoter of the Miraculous Medal Association. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Glenn Schramm, Manitowoc; two grandsons, Greg Schramm and his wife Tina, Jamie Schramm and his wife Jodi; two great-grandchildren, Allison and Cole; three sisters and one brother-in-law, Martha Zych, Hildegard Fischer, both of Manitowoc, Christina and Harold Staudinger, Whitelaw; one sister-in-law and her husband, Shirley and Charles Oswald, Jr., Manitowoc; special friends, Eleanore and Victor Tadych, Manitowoc. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. Friends may call at St. Mary Catholic Church Manitowoc Wednesday morning, December 30, 1998, from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 10 a.m. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation. The Pfeffer Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Maggie loved being with her family at their cottage in Crivitz. She enjoyed many years with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Maggie was a very special person and will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Herald Times Reporter, December 29, 1998 ******** (SPACEK Magdalen A. 1/21/1916 12/28/1998 Phase I Cor B SW Tier E Crypt 6)
IONE M. SPECHT Mrs. Milton (Ione M.) Specht, age 76, of St. Mary's Home, formerly of the Felician Village and 1116 N. 17th St.. Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon. Aug. 11, 2002 at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2002 at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Rev. Gerald Foley. Cremation will take place with entombment of the cremains at Calvary Mausoleum. lone was born Sept. 2, 1925 at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Anthony W. and Rose Strouf Wranovsky. She was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the class of 1943. lone then continued her education attending secretarial school at Prospect Hall in Milwaukee. She had been employed with the Great Lakes Naval Reserve in Illinois. She married Milton Specht on Sept. 28, 1946 at St. Anne's Catholic Church, Francis Creek. lone was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church and the Christian Women of Holy Innocents. Survivors include her husband: Milton; one son and daughter-in-law: Mark and Dawn Specht. Milwaukee; two daughters and sons-in-law: Marilyn and John Lutz, Iron Mountain, Mich.: and Marcia and James McCulley, Fond du Lac: eight grandchildren: Li. (Mark) Hirth: Michael and Matthew Lutz; Brian (Shelby) McCulley; Kevin McCulley: Shawn McCulley Jason McCulley and Colin McCulley; two great-grandchildren: Taylor Hirth and MacKenzie McCulley; other relatives and friends. Friends may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 10 a.m. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Tuesday, August 13, 2002 pg. A3
MILTON H. SPECHT Milton H. Specht, age 88, a resident of St. Mary's Home at Felician Village, Manitowoc, formerly of 1116 N. 17th St., Manitowoc, entered eternal life Friday morning, Jan. 9, 2009, at St. Mary's Home. Milton was born on Aug. 6, 1920, in Manitowoc County. He was the son of the late Edwin and Margaret Greenwood Specht. Milton was a graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers, with the class of 1937. He was employed with Kelvinator Inc. for 15 years and then in 1960 purchased an insurance agency and established the Milt Specht Insurance Agency until his retirement in 1983. On Sept. 28, 1946, he married Ione Wranovsky at St. Anne's Catholic Church, Francis Creek. She preceded him in death on Aug. 11, 2002. Milton was a member of the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, State Insurance Agency, Manitowoc Bowling Association and the Eagles Aeries No. 706. Milton enjoyed and was active with baseball, football, horseshoes and bowling leagues over the years. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) He was preceded in death by his wife: Ione on Aug. 11, 2002; one brother: Raymond Specht; and one sister: Selma Kinsey. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Daniel Felton. Cremation will have taken place with entombment of the cremains at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 11, 2009
CLEMENT C. SPRANG Funeral services for S-Sgt. Clement C. Sprang (above), 40, of Rt. 3, Menomonee Falls, who was killed in a highway accident in Waukesha County Friday, will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Leschke-Bergner Funeral home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church. Msgr. John Landowski will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. The 16-year military veteran stationed at a nike site near Menomonee Falls died before reaching Memorial Hospital, Waukesha, where he was moved after his car hit a tree on Waukesha County Trunk Y. Sgt. Sprang was born at Two Rivers July 14, 1918, son of Adolph and Rose Jacquette Sprang. He attended St. Luke Parochial School at Two Rivers and for several years was employed by Manitowoc Shipbuilding, Inc., until 1941. A year later he entered military service. He received four battle stars for action in the Pacific Theater and three battle stars for combat in the Asiatic Theater. He was wounded in the Korean War and had been awarded two Presidential Citations. He married Jean Komas Oct. 11, 1952, at Manitowoc and the couple resided at Menonomee Falls. He was a member of the Holy Name Society and the Young Men's Club of St. Mary Church, Manitowoc. Surviving are his wife and four sons (names omitted for privacy), of Menomonee Falls; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Sprang of Manitowoc; six brothers, Joseph, Melvin and Anton of Manitowoc, John of Two Rivers, Leo of Osman and Herbert of Francis Creek; and three sisters, Mrs. John Ruminski of Two Rivers and Mrs. Elmer Naumann and Mrs. Sylvester Koneczka of Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home after 1 p.m. Sunday here the Rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. by the Daughters of Isabella. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 11, 1958 P. 11 ******** (SPRANG Clement C. 2/24/1918 10/9/1958 Phase I Cor B SW Tier E Crypt 2)
DUANE J. SPRANG Duane (Dewey) Sprang, 27, formerly of 1335 S. 24th St., Manitowoc, died September 21, 1986 at Anchorage, Alaska. Funeral services will be 9:30 am Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 am at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Harold Berryman will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and entombment will be in Calvary Mausoleum. Mr. Sprang was born May 21, 1959, at Manitowoc, Wis., son of Johanna (Jane) Comos Sprang and the late United States Army Staff Sergeant Clement Sprang. He was a former member of the United States Marine Corps Reserve and employed as a Construction Supervisor in Alaska for the past seven years. Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Jane Sprang of Santa Barbara, California and three brothers and a sister-in-law, Dennis Sprang of Manitowoc, Dean Sprang of Manitowoc and Dale and Ann Sprang of Pewaukee. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 9 pm Friday, where a prayer service will be 7 pm by Rev. Harold Berryman. Manitowoc Herald Times - Thurs., Sept. 25, 1986 - page 18 ******** (SPRANG Duane J. 5/21/1959 9/21/1986 Phase I Chapel SW Tier D Crypt 6)
JOHANNA SPRANG Johanna K. (Jane) Sprang, age 91, of 1825 Grand Avenue, Manitowoc, died Thursday morning, September 29, 2011 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc. Jane was born on June 3, 1920 in Milwaukee, daughter of the late John and Agnes (Migacz) Komos. On October 9, 1952 she married Clement Sprang at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on October 10, 1958. Jane resided in Manitowoc until 1982 and then lived in California, moving back to Manitowoc in 2003. Jane was a former member of the Rosary and Altar Society of Santa Barbara Catholic Church and was an active volunteer in the RSVP Program in California. She was honored as the Volunteer of the Year of Southern California in 1999. Jane was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Survivors include three sons and a daughter-in-law: Dennis Sprang and Dean Sprang, both of Manitowoc, Dale & Ann Sprang, Racine; two sisters: Marie Balko and Theresa Cisler; a brother: Joseph (Elsie) Koneczka, all of Manitowoc; two grandchildren: Chad & Jessie; and three great grandchildren: Blake, Summer and Adrianna. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by a son Duane Sprang; a brother: Sylvester Koneczka; and a sister, Louise Schmidt. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 3, 2011 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 St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Monday October 3, 2011 until 10:15 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, no date cited.