MARY A. STADDLER Mary A. Staddler, age 90, a Manitowoc resident, died on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, at Harmony House in Two Rivers. Mary was born on July 18, 1920, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Anton and Rose (Engeldinger) Staddler. She graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School in 1938. Mary was an interior decorator for various furniture stores in Manitowoc and Green Bay. In the past, Mary was helpful with the Hmong families sponsored through Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She was a former member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and a current member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish and the Daughters of Isabella. Survivors include one sister: Eunice Moseler; Two Rivers; two sisters-in-law: Kathy Staddler, Janesville, Shirley Staddler; Texas. Nieces nephews, other relatives and friends survive. She was preceded in death by her parents: Anton and Rose Staddler; four brothers and one sister-in-law: Richard Staddler; Paul Staddler; John Staddler; and Ted (Marsha) Staddler; one sister and three brothers-in-law; Winifred (Edward) Ziebell; Ed Moseler; and Bill Kronforst. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at St. Francis of Assisi Parish-Marshall Site, S. 21st and Marshall St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Dan Viertel will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with burial of her cremated remains at Calvary Cemetery in Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is serving the Staddler family. A special thank you to the Manitowoc County Community Hospice and the staffs of Harmony House of Manitowoc and Two Rivers for the special loving care shown to Mary. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 13, 2010
BARBARA STADLER Death Thurs. afternoon last week of 70-yr. old Mrs. Christ. Stadler, one of the oldest residents of our county. The deceased leaves a host of children among whom is Ric Stadler, a well-known brick mason here. The funeral was held Mon. morning from St. Boniface Church. Der Nord Westen, 15 Dec. 1904 ******** DIED: On Thursday afternoon of the past week Mrs. Chris Stadler, a pioneer resident of Manitowoc county, passed away at her home on South Seventh street. She was 70 years of age and had been ill for some time. The decedent had resided in the city for a number of years. She is survived by a large family of children and one brother. Manitowoc Pilot Thrusday, December 15, 1904 pg. 1 ******** Barbara Stadler birth: 6 July 1829 Germany death: 8 December 1904 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin residence: 1904 Manitowoc Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
CHRISTOPH STADLER Funeral services for the late Christopher Stadler were held from St. Boniface church this morning and was largely attended by sorrowing friends. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, May 28, 1902, Page 1 ******** Chas. and Peter C. Stadler, who were here to attend the funeral of their father have returned to Chicago. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, May 29, 1902, Page ******** From Der Nord Westen, 29 May 1902: Death Mon. of 76-yr. old Christoph Stadler, a well-known resident of our city. He came to Manitowoc County from Germany in 1853 and settled in Neshoto where he remained until a few years ago when he moved to Manitowoc. Just a few years ago he and his wife celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary. Mr. Stadler, who suffered from stomach cancer, leaves a sorrowing widow and 8 children. His funeral was held yesterday morning at the Catholic Cemetery. ******** HAPPY WEDDED LIFE Fifty Years Enjoyed By Mr. And Mrs. Christian Stadler, Who Today Celebrate OLD RESIDENTS OF COUNTY Came Here In 1858 And Have Since Resided At Two Rivers, Neshoto, And in This City - A Day of Pleasant Memories In era of sordid commercialism, of marriages of convenience, of betrothals for filthy lucre, of engagements for ulterior gain, to witness a love that has been constant for fifty years and at that time clasps the beloved to the bosom with the same, yes, with increased fervor as of yore, that grasps the hand with same, though strengthened grip as of then and that looks into the eyes with warmth and trustiness, is indeed refreshing and an event of more than passing note. In these times of diurnal divorce it does one's heart good to see an old couple standing together, ready and willing to undergo the trials and tribulations of life, to act as prop and help meet to each other, to be the ever watchful companion through the journey. Such a love has blessed Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Stadler who at their home, 1135 South Seventh Street, are today celebrating the golden wedding anniversary of their marriage. The observance of the anniversary is in the nature of a family reunion and at which children, grand children and great grand children are present; and the home is indeed a happy one. At 8 o'clock Solemn High Mass was celebrated at St. Boniface church by Rev. Father Pell and many friends of the bride and groom were present. After the service, the home was thrown open to friends and neighbors and joyous pleasure reigns supreme. Mr. and Mrs. Stadler receiving their guests with welcome greeting that testifies a love of association and friendship. Fifty years ago at a little hamlet in Saxony, Germany, a country lad and a blushing comely lass stood before the minister of God and exchanged the solemn vows that united their destinies and made them man and wife. Today, at the gathering as they look upon the four generations assembled, their thoughts must revert back to the time of half a century ago when they started in life together. Then they were rich only in each other's love - a love whose flame burns brighter to-day at the close of fifty years of wedded life, than on the eventful day when they faced the world without money, but with good health, and now they have reached the evening of life with a comfortable competency and can look forward to the enjoyments of comfort and peace in the remaining years of life. Mr. and Mrs. Stadler have been residents of Manitowoc county forty five years. Leaving their native land in 1856, they came to America and Wisconsin settling at Two Rivers, where they continued to reside a number of years and then removed to Neshota. Thirteen years ago they took up their home in this city, where they have since remained. Mr. Stadler has been actively engaged in business since coming here, as a mason contractor and possesses a wide acquaintance in the city being held in high esteem by all who know him. He is 75 years of age while his wife has reached 72, yet to know them as they greet friends today one would scarcely believe this true. Time has dealt kindly with them and youthful spirits and happy companionship hide the age. They are the parents of eight children all of who are at the home to assist in the celebrations taking place. Twenty-one grand children, many of whom are also in attendance gladden the hearts of the couple. The children are Peter and Charles Stadler, Mrs. John S. Voight, Mrs. J. E. Voight, Mrs. Anna Silversack, Chicago; Mrs. Andrew Fay, Two Rivers; Mrs. Rudolph Goetzier, and Nicholas Stadler of this city. Among other relatives who are here to assist in the ceremonies are Henry Stadler and wife, Kossuth; Mrs. Rudolph Bishop, Mrs. J. Meyer, Two Rivers. The festivities will continue this evening and many friends will wish the recipients of the day's honor, all happiness and continued years of enjoyment. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, January 23, 1901, p. 1 ******** Christoph Stadler birth: 1826 Germany death: 25 May 1902 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin residence: 1902 Manitowoc Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
LENA STADLER Mrs. Nicholas Stadler, 91, of 1303 South Seventh Street, life long resident of city and county, died Sunday night, following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 am Wednesday at the Pfeffer funeral home and at 9 o'clock at St. Boniface church, the Rev. Alfred Pritzl officiating. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. Mrs. Stadler, nee Lena Fay was born in Shoto in 1854 and 70 years ago was married to Mr. Stadler. They located in this city where Mr. Stadler was a mason contractor. He died 27 years ago. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Christian Ehlers of Chicago and two sons, George and Ervin, of Chicago. A son, Charles, died last year in Brooklyn. The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday. The Christian Mothers of which Mrs. Stadler was a member, will recite the rosary at the funeral home at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times; p.2; Monday 15 Apr 1946 sent in by a researcher/see contributors page
NICHOLAS STADLER DEATH CLAIMS NIC STADLER, LONG RESIDENT Nicholas Stadler, one of the well known residents of the city, died last evening after an illness of some time, aged 68. The funeral will be held Thursday morning at 9 o’clock from St. Boniface church. Mr. Stadler was born at Saxony, Germany, sixty eight years ago and came to Manitowoc as a child with his parents; the family landing by boat at Two Creeks. He had been a resident of this city for a long term of years and was a well known contractor. Married forty-two years ago to Miss Lena Fay, he is survived by his widow and four children. Viola of this city, Charles and George of Chicago and Irwin who is at Alexandria, Va. One brother, Peter of Chicago and three sisters, Mrs. Rudolph Goetzler of this city, Mrs. Andrew Fay of Two Rivers and Mrs. Martin Silversack of Chicago also survive. Mr. Sadler was a member of the Catholic Knights and resided at 1303 South Seventh street. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, February 18, 1919 Page 4
ADOLPH C. STANGEL RETURNS HOME AFTER BEING CITED FOR BRAVERY, AND DECORATED Lieut. Stangel of Mishicott in Thickest of Fighting and Wins Croix De Guerre After His Company Routs 800 Germans—Has Remarkable Experiences Decorated with the Croix de Guerre and with a special citation, Lieut. Adolph C. Stangel of Mishicot has returned to his native heath after experiences such as will stand out as the most momentous of any in his life. Lieutenant Stangel served throughout the entire war, was in heavy fighting practically from the day he landed on French soil and was in active service on the day the armistice was signed. He was gassed and wounded but in all that time only was off active duty for a period of ten days. Certainly he has had his full share of war. Lieutenant Stangel left here on January 4, 1918 after having taken the training at Fort Sheridan in the officers’ training camp and immediately was sent overseas where he served in the Forty-Second, Twenty-Sixth and Thirty-Second divisions. After the signing of the armistice he was assigned as a teacher in an agricultural college in Paris. The lieutenant saw his most active fighting at Chateau-Thierry, St. Mihiel and in the Meuse-Argonne. It was in the latter sector that he was gassed and wounded. A piece of a hand grenade struck him in the leg but inflicted only a slight wound. He was also wounded in the arm but being gassed was his worst experience. It was the gas that caused him to be confined to the hospital. The award of the Croix de Guerre and the French citation was made after report reached the French high command that Stangel had kept his platoon in action after being wounded and gassed. Six men were killed in the immediate vicinity of Stangel in one battle in the Toul sector but the Mishicot man seemed to bear a charmed life and escaped with only slight injury. His Worst Experience. Lieutenant Stangel tells of his “worst experience in the war” when a company commanded by himself was attacked by 800 of the Boche, the latter being routed after a bloody engagement. This was at Zivray where Stangel had command of I Company 103rd infantry of the Twenty- sixth division. The Germans shelled Zivray for a period of six hours and threw out wave after wave of gas before they came over. The enemy smashed Company I’s dugouts and trenches and the fight then took place in the open, virtually a hand to hand engagement. After the German retired, Company I officers counted 170 enemy dead. The Company I’s casualties also were exceedingly heavy. This engagement took place on June 16, 1918. At the time of the signing of the armistice, Lieutenant Stangel was in the Meuse Argonne sector and he described the elation of the Germans over the signing of the peace treaty. It took on the form of a pyrotechnical display in which star shells, rockets and other war signaling devices were employed in altogether a new manner from which they were designed. The Germans were so glad that the war was over that they did not hesitate to come into the American lines with outstretched hands. The Americans, however, failed to return these advances, feeling that they desired to make a good job of it before hostilities should cease. On Record Hike. After the armistice, Stangel and his command hiked north of Verdun to Luxemburg and on to Coblenz. It was a strenuous march and required eighteen days during which the command hiked from sunrise to sunset with only one apportionment of rations a day. Lieut. Stangel’s command made a record on the hike. The returned soldier spent four months with the army of occupation in Germany, being located at Dierdorf on the east side of the Rhine. Shortly afterward he was transferred to Beaune University where he taught in the college of agriculture and had supervision of the agricultural clubs. He returned to the United States on the old German liner Vaterland, now the Leviathan. The trip was made in six days without incident and he landed in New York on July 5. Lieut. Stangel is a nephew of Prof. Stangel of this city and it goes without saying that he is a hero whose exploits have made him the subject of a great deal of admiration in this county. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, July 23, 1919 Page 1 ******* …(First line underinked)…Stangel, 62, Manitowoc businessman who died unexpectedly Saturday of a heart attack at his home, 1127 S. Eighth St., were at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church. Officiating at the solemn requiem high mass were the Rev. Alfred Pritzl as celebrant, the Rev. Joseph Becker of Menasha as deacon and the Rev. John K. Mueller of Two Rivers as sub-deacon. In the sanctuary were the Revs. Sylvester Borusky of Green Bay, Adolph Dolezal of Two Rivers and Donald Rose of Manitowoc… Burial was in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc, where military graveside rites were accorded by the Drews-Bleser American Legion Post of Manitowoc. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, October 12, 1956 P. 13
BERNADETTE STANGEL Mrs. Adolph C. Stangel, 79, of 1127 S. Eighth St., Manitowoc, died Monday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mrs. Stangel, nee Bernadette M. Murray, was born Sept. 12, 1894, at Fond du Lac, daughter of the late Michael and Mary Webb Murray. She was graduated from Oshkosh State Teachers College. She was married to Adolph C. Stangel Dec. 5, 1917, at Fond du Lac, moving to Manitowoc to reside in 1920. He preceded her in death Oct. 6, 1956. She was a charter member of the Thalia Club and past president of the Manitou Girl Scout Council. She was a member of the Manitowoc Elks Lodge Auxiliary No. 687, Catholic Woman’s Club and St. Boniface Church St. Ann Christian Mothers Altar Society. Survivors include a son, Charles M. of Manitowoc; three daughters, Mrs. Thomas (Ruth Ann) Kretschmer, of Saginaw, Mich., Mrs. Gregory (Betty) Kreft, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Donald (Ellen) Mueller, of Westport, Conn.; two brothers, David, of Menasha and Clarence, of Fond du Lac; 22 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. A son, Paul, a daughter, Mrs. Marian Sondergaard, and a brother, Addison, preceded her in death. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesdy, where a wake service will be held at 8 p.m. by the Catholic Woman’s Club, St. Boniface St. Ann Altar Society and Friends. Memorials may be made to the Holy Family Hospital Extended Care Unit. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, March 26, 1974 P. 19
PAUL STANGEL Mr. and Mrs. A. Stangel Mourn Death of Babe Paul Murray Stangel, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph C. Stangel, died this morning of the heart trouble with which he had been afflicted since the day of his birth. He was born April 24 of this year and was just three months old today. The parents and four sisters survive. They are Ruth Ann, Betty, Marion and Ellen. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:45 from the St. Boniface church. Rev. Theo Kersten will officiate and burial will take place at Calvary cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, July 24, 1931 p.13
IGNATZ STANZEL DIED: Ignatz Stanzel, an old settler of Manitowoc, aged 75 years, died Friday night. He had been in poor health for some time. He was born in Poland and came to Manitowoc in 1865 and had conducted a saloon on South 10th street for forty years. He is survived by his wife and five children, Alexander of Francis Creek, and Stanisand (sic), Frank and Mrs. A. Reindl and Mrs. J. Radizinski of this city. The funeral was held Monday from St. Boniface church. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, August 22, 1912 pg. 1 ******** DIES IN HOME HE OCCUPIED FOR 47 YEARS Ignatz Stanzel, who Ran Same Place Half a Century, Dead Ignatz Stanzel, a pioneer resident of the city, who for forty-seven years had been engaged in business at the same location, 1010 So. Main St., and had made his home at the same number, died Friday night from the infirmities incident to advanced age. Mr. Stanzel having attained the age of 75 years at his death. For some time past Mr. Stanzel had been in feeble health. Coming to Manitowoc from Chicago in 1865, two years after he emigrated from Poland, his birthplace, Mr. Stanzel purchased property on So. 10th St. and during his residence of nearly half a century in the city, had occupied the same home. Mr. Stanzel conducted a boarding house and saloon and up to a year ago, continued in personal charge of his business, being forced, at that time, to retire, owing to ill health, Mr. Stanzel's sons have continued the business. Mr. Stanzel was born January 31, 1837 at West Kreizen, Poland and came to America in 1863, locating at Chicago and two years later came here. He was married the same year to Miss B. Kasha who with five children, three sons, Alexander of Francis Creek, Stanis and Frank of this city and two daughters, Mrs. F.A. Reindl and Mrs. J. Radzinski, this city, survive him. Mr. Stanzel is also survived by twenty-one grandchildren. During his long residence in the city, Mr. Stanzel established an enviable reputation as a businessman and citizen and had the respect of the public and his associates and friends. Though he had not been active in public affairs, he was a good citizen and his progressive spirit is indicated by his support of the recent paving movement for Tenth Street, between Washington and Marshall, in which his home is located. The funeral will be held Monday at 9 from St. Boniface church. Manitowoc Daily Herald - Sat., Aug. 17, 1912
SYLVESTER L. STARAL Sylvester L. Staral, age 74, a former resident of 1330 S. 17th Street, Manitowoc, currently of Harmony West, Manitowoc, died Monday, December 24, 2012 at Harmony West of Manitowoc. He was born on August 28, 1938 in Two Rivers, son of the late Joseph and Frances (Patek) Staral. Sylvester was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School Class of 1957. He was a Veteran of the United States Army serving 2-1/2 years in Germany. On April 28, 1962, he married the former Marilyn Pozorski at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. After his service discharge, Sylvester was employed at Aluminum Specialty Company and then with Dick Podrabsky Builders. From there he worked at Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry and retired from the Manitowoc Public School system after 30 years of employment. He was a member of St. Francis of Assisi (Marshall Site) Parish, and Eagles Aerie #706. Sylvester enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and his home in Shawano. He also enjoyed driving his red corvette, playing roulette at the casinos, fishing, and helping others with home improvements. Survivors include his wife, Marilyn (Pozorski) Staral, Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law: Christine & Scott Hallfrisch, Manitowoc; two sons and a daughter-in-law: Robert & Lisa Staral, Appleton, Scott Staral & special friend Crystal Kantola, Manitowoc; four grandchildren: Ashley & Allison Hallfrisch, Manitowoc, Dylan & Jordan Staral, Appleton; two friends of the family: Jeana & Emma, Manitowoc; and one brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law: Francis & Joanie Pozorski, Manitowoc and Donna Staral. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by a brother: Stephen Staral and his mother-in-law and father-in-law: Lucille & Frank Pozorski. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 .m. Friday, December 28, 2012 at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum Manitowoc. Military rites will be accorded by the VFW Otto Oas Post #659. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Friday, December 28, 2012 until 10:45 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Harmony West as well as Dr. Govier and Dr. Fuchs. They would also like to thank Eunice Lantow who brought Sylvester his communion every Sunday. Herald Times Reporter, December 26, 2012
EDWARD C. STARK Edward C. Stark, age 83, of 9540 Fishtrap Lake Road, Boulder Junction, died on Friday, May 25, 2007, in Manitowoc. Edward was born on Aug. 25, 1923, in Manitowoc, son of the late Charles and Hildegard Vetter Stark. He married Mildred Scheurell on Sept. 4, 1948, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on Dec. 3, 2004. He was employed with the Manitowoc Company for 35 years. He and his wife together operated Stark's Family Resort in Boulder Junction. Survivors include three sons and one daughter-in-law: Edward (Connie) Stark, Manitowoc; William Stark, Boulder Junction; James Stark, Boulder Junction; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one brother-in-law and three sisters-in-law: Roger (Maxine) Scheurell, Ohio; Marion Scheurell, Manitowoc; Martha Scheurell, Manitowoc; one sister and brother-in-law: Mary (Tim) Giffel, Texas. Edward was preceded in death by his parents; his wife: Mildred; two brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 30, 2007, at Calvary Chapel Mausoleum, 2601 S. 14th St., Manitowoc. The Rev. John Schuetze will officiate, with burial to follow in Calvary Cemetery. Military services will be accorded by the AMVETS Post 99. Relatives and friends may call at the chapel from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the Stark family. Manitowoc Herald Times Sunday, May 27, 2007 pg. A3
FRANCES STECKBAUER Frances J. Steckbauer, age 82, of 2123 Markham St., Manitowoc, died Monday evening, April 20, 1998, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 25, 1998, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Memorial Mass will be the Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M., with entombment of the cremains to follow at Calvary mausoleum, Manitowoc. She was born March 9, 1916, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Anthony and Salome Norkoski Zandala. On May 25, 1940, she married Dr. Joseph W. Steckbauer. He preceded her in death n August 19, 1981. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Helen and Eugene Wojcik, Pulaski; a brother Joseph Zandala, Manitowoc; four sisters and one brother-in-law, Clara Kazmierski, Okemos, Mich., Genevieve and Gunter Perlwitz, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Sister Lola Zandala, Holy Family Convent, Manitowoc, Lucille Leist, Manitowoc. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a son, Curtis Stechbauer; a grandson, Lloyd Wojcik, and two sisters, Serena Zandala and Wanda Zandala. Friends may call at St. Mary Catholic Church, from 9 a.m. Saturday until the time of the Memorial Mass at 10 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to thank Dr. John MacDonald and the staff of Harmony. Herald Times Reporter, April 23, 1998 P. 2 ******** (STECKBAUER Frances 1916 1998 Phase I South Tier EN Niche 5)
DR. J. W. STECKBAUER Dr. Joseph W. Steckbauer, 86, of 2123 Markham st., Manitowoc, died early Wednesday morning, August 1981, at Columbia Hospital, Milwaukee. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated by the Rev. Harold Berryman. Cremation and entombment will follow. Dr. Steckbauer was born April 20, 1895, at Oshkosh, son of the late Herman and Mary Suda Steckbauer. He attended Oshkosh schools and was graduated from Oshkosh High School and Normal School. He attended University of Wisconsin-Madison Medical College for two years, then completed his education at Rush Medical College, Chicago, where he was graduated in 1930. He served as resident surgeon at St. Louis City Hospital until 1925 and moved to Manitowoc in 1926, where he established his medical practice, retiring in 1976. He married Frances Zandala May 25, 1940. Dr. Steckbauer was a veteran of World War I, serving with the United States Army Training Corps at University of Chicago and a member of American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88. He was a member of American Medical Association, State Medical Society, Wisconsin Family Physician and a 51 year member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 206 and served as their physician 49 years. Survivors include his wife, Frances, a daughter and son-in-law, Helen and Eugene Wojcik of Pulaski, 13 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A son, Curtis, preceded him in death. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 6 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Thursday evening. A memorial service will be at 7 o'clock by Fraternal Order of Eagles and a prayer service at 8 o'clock by Father Berryman. Memorials may be made to Association for Retarded Citizens of Brown County or charity of the donor's choice. Herald Times Reporter, August 20, 1981 P. 3 ******** (STECKBAUER Dr. J. W. 1895 1981 Phase I South Tier EN Niche 5)
ARNOLD L. STEEBER Arnold (Arnie) Steeber, age 71, of 1613 Jackson Street, Manitowoc, died Friday March 22, 2002 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 25, 2002 at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Camillus Janas O.F.M. with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Graveside military rites will be accorded by the V.F.W. Otto Oas Post 659. Arnie was born December 21, 1930, in the town of Kossuth, son of the late Emil and Lillian Ramiker Steeber. He was a graduate of Reedsville High School. Arnie served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict from 1951 to 1953. On July 5, 1958, Arnie married the former Carol Isselman at St. Mary Catholic Church, Clarks Mills. Arnie was employed with Wisconsin Fuel and Light for 27 years until his retirement in 1993. He was a member of the V.F.W. Otto Oas Post 659 and St. Andrew Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Carol Steeber, Manitowoc; 2 sons, Mike Steeber, Manitowoc, Mark Steeber, Sheboygan; 1 brother and 3 sisters-in-law, Emil and Shirley Steeber, Lois Steeber, Sue (Jerry) Czekala, all of Manitowoc; 1 sister, Suzanna Kasten, New Mexico; 2 brothers-in-law, Paul (Diene) Isselmann, Kiel, Tom (Sandi) Isselmann, Valders, 1 sister-in-law, Kathy (Mike) Martich, Indianapolis, Ind.; mother-in-law, Emily Hoffman, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Arnie also was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Robert and Allen Steeber and his father-in-law Matthew (Duke) Isselmann. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc, on Monday, March 25, 2002, from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center is assisting the Steeber family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, March 23, 2002 ******** (STEEBER Arnold L. 12/21/1930 3/22/2002 Phase IV Alc B Tier A Crypt 442)
SHARON E. STEFFEN Sharon E. Steffen, age 76, a Manitowoc resident, died peacefully on Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at River's Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. She was born on April 5, 1936, in Washington, D.C., daughter of the late John and Wimina (Blackwell) Hawley. Sharon was a graduate of Sandstone High School in Minnesota, Class of 1954. She then received a diploma in nursing from St. Catherine's School of Nursing at St. Paul, Minnesota in 1957. During her 36 year nursing career, she worked in hospitals and nursing homes in Minnesota, North Dakota, New York and Wisconsin, the most recent at the Manitowoc Health Care Center and North Ridge. She married Richard Duthey on August 1, 1958 and Robert Steffen on May 28, 1986. Survivors include her husband: Robert Steffen, Manitowoc; her children; Gregory Duthey, Knoxville, TN, Elizabeth (Randall) Hartlaub, School Hill, Nadine Davis, Eatontown, NH,., Karen Duthey and special friend David, River Falls; her grandchildren; Dwayne and Antonio Davis, Branna, Amana, Jennifer, Isaiah and Julia Hartlaub, Zoe Ziffer; one grandchild on the way; a great grandson: Dwayne Davis III; five step children and their spouses: Paul (Cheryl) Steffen, Theresa (David) Haupt, Julie Dellemonachi and special friend Rick, Losi (Ed) Slany, Kathy (Kurt) Eastling; step grandchildren: Eric, Melissa and Katie Haupt, Anthony Dellemonachi, Daniel & Kimberly Rutherford, Andrew Slany; her half sister: Julie (John) Daggett, Minneapolis, MN; and three brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Sandra, her parents, her first husband: Richard, her stepmother: Dorothy Hawley, and a grandson: Moses Hartlaub. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday September 10, 2012 at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Bur9al wll be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen with entombment at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Sunday, September 9, 2012. A prayer service will conclude the visitation at 7:00 p.m. led by Deacon Ken Nelesen. The visitation will continue on Monday morning at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc, from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com. A special thank you to River's Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center for all the compassion and care given to Sharon, especially the nurses and CNA's. Herald Times Reporter, September 20, 2012
ROBERT L. STELZER Robert L. Stelzer, age 78, of 5023 River Heights Drive, Manitowoc, passed away on Tuesday morning, Aug. 22, 2006, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Robert was born on March 8, 1928, in Francis Creek, the son of the late Sydney and Anna (Stelzer) Glaeser. Robert graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1946. He was employed with Napp Office and School Supply in 1945 and purchased the business and became its president in 1967. Robert served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1950 until 1952 as a medic in Korea with the 45th Infantry Division. While in the service he married JoAnn Schmitt at Fort Polk, La., on Dec. 18, 1950. In the community Bob was known for his involvement at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Roncalli High School. He was a past member of the board of directors for 1st National Bank. He also volunteered his time at the St. Vincent de Paul Society. He belonged to the Golden K Kiwanis Club, Rotary Club, Chamber of Commerce, the Sacred Heart Parish Council, and was very proud of his involvement in the Community-Built Playground. He is survived by his wife: JoAnn; four sons and two daughters-in-law: Robb Stelzer, Fort Atkinson; Tim Stelzer, Nevada; Peter and Mary Stelzer, Manitowoc; John and Maureen Stelzer, Manitowoc; nine grandchildren: Casey, Greg, Emily, and Andrea, Robbie and Tate, Ben, Nick and Abby; one sister and brother-in-law: Betty and Aaron Rasmussen, Manitowoc; one step-brother and sister-in-law: Don and Caroline Glaeser, Brillion; and two sisters-in-law: Ruth (Schmitt) Albrecht, Manitowoc; Marilyn (Schmitt) Zimmermann, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Robert was preceded in death by two brothers-in-law: Art Albrecht and Robert Zimmermann; one sister-in-law: Elaine Schmitt Brewer; one niece: Sara Lindsay; and one nephew: Mark Glaeser. Funeral services will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Parish on Waldo at 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 25, 2006. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. David Hoffman with entombment to follow on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2006, at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo on Friday, Aug. 25, 2006, from 1 to 5:45 p.m. The family requests that memorials be made to Roncalli High School. Manitowoc Herald Times Wednesday, August 23, 2006 pg. A3 ******** Funeral services for Robert L. Stelzer, age 78, of 5023 River Heights Drive, Manitowoc, who passed away on Tuesday morning, Aug. 22, 2006, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc, will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Parish on Waldo at 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 25, 2006. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. David Hoffman with entombment to follow on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2006, at Calvary Mausoleum, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo on Friday, Aug. 25, 2006, from 1 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the Stelzer family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Thursday, August 24, 2006 pg. A3 ******** (STELZER Robert L. 3/8/1928 8/22/2006 Phase II Cor A NW Tier E Crypt 4)
JOHN STEPHANI (d. 1908) SMALLPOX CLAIMS PIONEER John Stephani, Newton Resident for 58 Years is Dead Smallpox has claimed the first victim of the year in Manitowoc county, John Stephanie of Newton one of the oldest pioneers of the county yielding his life to the disease Sunday. Mr. Stephanie had been ill but a few days and suffered an attack of pneumonia with smallpox and the combination proved his death. Decedent was 85 years of age and had resided in the county for 58 years, coming here form Germany, his native land in 1850. A family of seven children survive, Mrs. Despins, Kaukauna, Mrs. K. Brachman, John, William, Ferdinand, Mathilda and Mary, all of this city. The burial was held at midnight Sunday night and was private. Manitowoc Daily Herald - Mon., June 8, 1908 ******** John Stephani, one of the early settlers of Town Newton where he had lived since 1850, died Sunday following an illness of only 4 days. He had been stricken with smallpox which was followed by pneumonia. The deceased was 85 years old and leaves 7 children to mourn his passing. The burial was conducted Sunday night. Der Nord Westen, 11 June 1908
MARIA STEPHANI Marie Rock Stephani birth: 20 January 1884 Germany death: 3 November 1900 Newton, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Manitowoc, Wis. residence: 1900 Newton, Manitowoc Co. spouse: John Stephani Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
DONALD E. STEVENS Donald Earl Stevens, 63, of 545 Meadow Lane, Sheboygan Falls, died Thursday, November 23, 1989, after a lengthy illness at Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center. A prayer service will be 9:30 am Monday at Huehns Funeral Home, Sheboygan Falls, followed by a Funeral Mass at Calvary Mausoleum in Manitowoc. Rev. John Theisen, pastor of St. Mary Catholic Church will be the Celebrant. Mr. Stevens was born June 11, 1926 at Iron Mountain, Michigan, son of William and Irene Martell Stevens. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. Mr. Stevens served in the United States Navy from 1943 to 1947. He married Dorothy Jackson, December 27, 1950 at Manitowoc. Mr. Stevens was co-owner of Computer Plus in Sheboygan since 1974. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Sheboygan Falls. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy, a son, Mark of Sheboygan; his parents, William and Irene Martell Stevens; a brother, Robert (Nona) Stevens; a sister, Mrs. Milton (Joanne) Birringer; his mother-in-law, Katherine Jackson; a brother-in-law, Don (Mae) Husar; nieces and nephews, all of Manitowoc. Friends may call at Huehns Funeral Home, Sheboygan Falls, after 4 pm Sunday. A memorial fund has been established for Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center Hospice. Manitowoc Herald Times - Sat., Nov. 25, 1989 - page B6
IRENE M. STEVENS Irene M. Stevens, age 91, of 1104 Nagle Ave., Manitowoc, died Friday morning, April 3, 1989. Private Family Services were held this Monday at Calvary Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Gerald Foley officiating. Entombment took place at Calvary Mausoleum following the services. She was born July 17, 1906, at Spaulding, Mich., daughter of the late Thomas and Edwardzina Moreau Martell. She graduated from High School in Iron Mountain, Mich. She was married to William Stevens February 14, 1925, at Iron Mountain, Mich. He preceded her in death April 2, 1992. After moving to Manitowoc, Irene worked as a sales clerk for the Boston Store and later for Johnson Hills Department Store, Manitowoc, retiring in 1962. Irene was member of Holy Innocents Cathlic Church and the Manitowoc Elks Auxiliary. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Nona Stevens, Manitowoc; one daughter and son-in-law, Joanne and Milton Birringer, Manitowoc; another daughter-in-law, Dorothy Stevens, Sheboygan Falls, Wis.; six grandchildren and six great grandchildren; two sisters, Emily Nelson, Iron Mountain, Mich., and Mabel Pancheri, Stambaugh, Mich. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Stevens; and one son, Donald Stevens. Reinbold and Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Time Reporter, April 6, 1998 P. 2 ******** (STEVENS Irene M. 1906 1998 Phase I Cor A NW Tier D Crypt 2)
WILLIAM E. STEVENS William Earl Stevens, age 89, of 1104 Nagle Avenue, Manitowoc, died Thursday evening, April 2, 1992, at his residence. Funeral services are tentatively scheduled for 11 a.m. on Monday, April 6, 1992, from the Philipps Memorial Chapel of the First Presbyterian Church. Rev. William Plank will officiate with entombment at the Calvary Mausoleum. He was born November 28, 1902 in Iron Mountain, Mich., son of the late William and Adelaide Perkins Stevens. He attended schools in Iron Mountain, Mich. He married Irene M. Martell on February 14, 1925 in Iron Mountain, Mich. The couple came to Manitowoc to make their home. He was employed at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company and retired in 1969. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and a member of the Manitowoc Elks Club No. 687. He is survived by his wife Irene of Manitowoc; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Nona Stevens of Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Joanne and Milton Birringer, also of Manitowoc; six grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; a sister, Eileen Rushford of Iron Mountain, Mich. Other relatives and many friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and one son. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church and the Holy Family Memorial Medical Center Hospice Program. There will be no Sunday evening visitation at the funeral home. The Jens Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, April 4, 1992 P. B8
JOSEPH STICH Attempt At Suicide. - On Friday last, an aged man named Joseph Stich, a resident of the Third Ward, attempted to commit suicide by shooting himself with a shot gun. He placed the muzzle of the gun under his left jaw, and reached down and pulled the trigger. The charge made an awful wound, tearing away one side of his jaw and face. It was at first supposed that he could not live, but we believe that hopes are now entertained of his recovery. Family troubles the cause. Manitowoc Pilot Friday, May 5, 1865 pg. 1
KLARA STICH Death notice: The widow Stich, resident of Main St., died. Der Nord Westen, 5 Oct. 1882 ******** (First publication Jan. 16. 1883.) IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT. In the matter of the estate of Clara Stich deceased. TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN. Letters of administration on said estate of Clara Stich, late of the city of Manitowoc Wisconsin having been issued to John P. Wickert on the 12th day of January, A.D. 1883, and six months from and after said day being allowed and limited for creditors to present their claims for examination and allowance, notice is hereby given that the undersigned will, on the first Tuesday of February, March, April, May, June and on the 17th day of July A.D. 1883, at the Probate Office in the City of Manitowoc, in said county, receive, examine and adjust all claims, and demands of all persons against said deceased. Dated January 12th, 1883. R.D. Smart, County Judge. Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, January 30, 1883 P. 4