ANNA DRAGOVICH

Mrs. Anna Dragovich, 88, who resided at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc,
died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral
Home and at 11 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc.  The
Rev. John Hephner will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Dragovich, nee Anna Roubal, was born Nov. 19, 1885, in the Town
of Franklin, daughter of the late Frank and Mary Sauer Roubal.  She
was married to Daniel Dragovich April 17, 1922, at St. Boniface
Catholic Church, Manitowoc.  He preceded her in death in 1964.  She
was a member of the St. Ann Christian Mothers Altar Society of St.
Boniface Church.
Survivors include nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday,
where a wake memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. by the Christian
Mothers Altar Society and friends.
Herald Times Reporter  Thursday, April 18, 1974  pg. 3
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[d. 04-18-1974/age 88 yrs./widow of Daniel Dragovich]


DAN DRAGOVICH

Daniel Dragovich, 81, of 1027 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday morning 
at home.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, the Rev. Alfred 
Pritzl officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Dragovich was born Aug. 15, 1882, in Austria, son of the late Emil and Anna 
Jellich Dragovich. He came to the Untied States in 1902 and resided at 
Pittsburgh, Pa., until coming to Manitowoc in 1905. He was a fireman for 
Manitowoc Public Utilities and the City of Manitowoc Street Department for 
many years, retiring in 1957. He married the former Anna Roubal April 17, 
1922, at St. Boniface Catholic Church. His wife and nieces and nephews 
survive.
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 
7:30 o'clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 13, 1964 P. 13
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[Daniel/d. Jan. 12, 1964/age 81 yrs.]


BERNIECE DRAHEIM

Berniece G. Draheim, age 102, a resident of St. Mary's Home at Felician Village, 
formerly of 1669 Atlanta Circle, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, entered eternal life on 
Saturday afternoon, March 9, 2013 at St. Mary's Home.
Berniece was born on June 2, 1910 in the town of Rockland, Manitowoc County. 
She was the daughter of the late Alfred and Olga Christenson Torrison. On 
July 11, 1928 she married Herman J. Draheim at West Lutheran Church in Valders. 
He preceded her in death on March 7, 2001. Berniece was a member of First German 
Ev. Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aid of the church.
Berniece is survived by one son and daughter-in-law: Reginald and Janet Draheim, 
Green Bay, WI; two daughters and one son-in-law: Gwendolyn and Frank Polc, 
Manitowoc; Paulette Havlovitz, Manitowoc; eight grandchildren, nineteen great 
grandchildren, ten great great grandchildren; one sister-in-law: Vera Torrison, 
Manitowoc; along with other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death 
by her parents: Alfred and Olga Torrison; husband: Herman Draheim; four sisters: 
Hazel Meany, Evelyn Neuman, Annabell Schroeder, Helen Ryan; one brother: Goodnow 
Torrison; son-in-law: Kenneth Havlovitz.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 16, 2013 at First 
German Ev. Lutheran Church, 1033 South 8th Street, Manitowoc. Officiating will be 
Rev. Benjamin Schaefer and Rev. Christopher Hoppe with burial to follow at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at First German Ev. Lutheran 
Church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services at 11:00 a.m. Online 
condolences may be sent to the family at www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, March 12, 2013
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Notes from Valders:
Miss Bernice Torrison, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Torrison of Reedsville, 
became the bride of Herman Draheim at a pretty wedding which took place at 6:30 
pm Wednesday at the Valders Lutheran Church. After the ceremony a reception was 
held at the home of the bride's parents.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 19, 1928


HERMAN J. DRAHEIM

Herman J. Draheim, age 94, a resident of St. Mary's Home, formerly of 1669 Atlanta 
Circle, Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening, March 7, 2001 at St. Mary's Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 10, 2001, at First German 
Ev. Lutheran Church. Rev. Joel Otto will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
He was born January 23, 1907, in the town of Eaton, Manitowoc County, son of the 
late Henry G. and Amanda Olm Draheim and his late step-mother Hulda Olm Draheim. He 
farmed his entire lifetime in the Town of Eaton in Manitowoc County retiring in 1973 
at which time he and his wife then moved to Manitowoc. He married Berniece G. Torrison 
on July 11, 1928, at West Lutheran Church, Valders. Herman was a member of First 
German Ev. Lutheran Church, past chairman of the Republican Party in Manitowoc County, 
past chairman of the Manitowoc County Farm Bureau, he had served on the board of 
directors for Manitowoc Lutheran High School, past chairman of the Wisconsin Poultry 
Improvements, past chairman of the Manitowoc County Park and Planning Commission and 
served on the board of directors for Lakeland Egg Cooperative.
Survivors include his wife, Berniece; one son and daughter-in-law, Reginald and Janet 
Draheim, Green Bay; two daughters and sons-in-law, Gwendolyn and Frank Polc, Manitowoc, 
Paulette and Kenneth Havlovitz, Manitowoc; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by 
two brothers, John and Henry Draheim; two sisters, Verona Reichard and Laura Ruth 
Bast.
Friends may call at First German Ev. Lutheran Church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 
the time of service at 11 a.m.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 9, 2001 P. A3


FRANK W. DRAKE

Frank W. Drake, 60, of route 5, Manitowoc, a tester at the White House Milk 
company, died last night at the home in Manitowoc Rapids following a several 
months illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home, and at 2 o'clock at the Redeemer Lutheran church, the Rev. Louis 
Huber officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemtery.
Mr. Drake was born in Marathon county in 1887 and later moved to Stevens Point, 
where he married Miss Martha Sonnenberg. They located at Elkhorn, Wis., and in 
1920 came to this city where Mr. Drake was employed as a tester at the White 
House Milk company. In 1931 he was sent to Vesper, Wis., to manage the company's 
plant there and in 1944 returned to Manitowoc. He retired last August because of 
failing health. He was a member of the Men's club of the Redeemer congregation.
Survivors are his wife; two sons, Verne and Emery at home; brother, James of 
Waukesha.
The body many be viewed at the Funeral home from Thursday noon until the hour 
of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, January 13, 1948 P. 2
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[d. 01-13-1948/age 60 yr/bur. on Emery Drake lot]


MARTHA E. DRAKE

Mrs. Frank (Martha) Drake, 85, of Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday evening at the home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Arthur C. Senn will officiate with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Drake, nee Martha Sonnenberg, was born Nov. 10, 1889, at Hamburg, Germany, 
daughter of the late John and Bertha Sonnenberg. She came to the United States 
with her family at the age of three years, settling at Stevens Point. She was 
married to Frank Drake Nov. 11, 1916, at Stevens Point, moving to Manitowoc 
County in 1945. Mr. Drake preceded her in death Jan. 12, 1948. She was a member 
of Redeemer Lutheran Church.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Verne and Virginia Drake, of Hammond, 
Ind.; a brother, Herman, of Wisconsin Rapids; a granddaughter, Denise Gleason, of 
Miami, Fla.; step-grandchildren, step great grandchildren and many nieces and 
nephews. Two sons and two daughters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 to 9 
o’clock this Friday evening and at the church from noon Saturday until the time 
of service. Memorials may be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church.
Herald Times Reporter, February 28, 1975   P. 16
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[d. 02-26-1975/age 85 yrs./widow of Frank Drake/bur. on Emery Drake lot]
(b. 10 Nov. 1889/d. Feb. 1975/from SSDI)


ELSA L. DRAMM

Miss Elsa L. Dramm, 71, a retired public employe and an active clubwoman, died 
Monday morning at home, 911 Park St., Manitowoc, where she had resided for 65 
years. Death came after a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 pm. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Vernon Anderson of First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Miss Dramm was born at Manitowoc Sept. 24, 1894(sic), daughter of the late John G. 
and Emma Lohe Dramm Sr. Her father conducted a retail meat business at the Park 
Street address for many years. She attended Manitowoc public schools and was 
graduated from the old West Side High School. She attended Milwaukee Normal and 
Manitowoc Business College. 
Miss Dramm was head of the Manitowoc County Real Estate Tax Listing Department 
when she retired under the mandatory Wisconsin Retirement system Dec. 31, 1959, 
after 35 years of service to people of Manitowoc County.
Miss Dramm, who directed the Real Estate Tax Dept. since 1942, started her public 
career in 1922 as an employe of the Wisconsin Department of Taxation in the income 
and property tax division.
Her civic and professional associations included charter membership in the Manitowoc-
Two Rivers Business and Professional Women’s Club. She was a vice president of the 
state federation of BPW clubs in 1935. She was a member of the Manitowoc Historical 
Society, Altrusa International and the Civic Committee. For the latter she served 
as secretary in the study of re-development of Manitowoc’s business areas. Miss 
Dramm had many hobbies including photography, collections of rare carvings, ancient 
coins, fossilizations and porcelains. She devoted many hours of her leisure time to 
presenting programs to civic groups pertaining to her hobbies and displaying her 
collections. She traveled many times to European countries for visits with relatives 
and study in Vienna.
Surviving are a brother, Eugene Dramm, of Elmhurst, Ill., and a sister, Miss Marie 
Dramm, of Manitowoc, a niece and four nephews. Two brothers, Herman Jr., and John Jr., 
preceded her in death. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 5 p.m. Tuesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 24, 1964  P. 5
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[d. 08-24-1964/age 71 yrs./bur. on Mrs. John Dramm lot]


EMMA L. DRAMM

Mrs. John Dramm, 86 (photo), whose late husband operated a meat market at 909 
Park street for 27 years, died at 8 a.m. today at her home following a lingering 
illness.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Pfeffer funeral home with the 
Rev. Carroll Luther Hinderlie, pastor of the First Lutheran church, officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Born Emma Dorothea Lohe in this city in 1862, Mrs. Dramm was a daughter of the 
late Herman and Sophia Lohe. At that time, Mr. Lohe operated a meat market at 
the northwest corner of Washington and south Eighth streets. 
Mrs. Dramm received her education at the Lutheran school here and later graduated 
from the old southside high school.
In 1885 she was married to John Dramm who had come to Manitowoc from Germany to 
work in the Lohe meat market. In 1902 Mr. Dramm entered business for himself, 
establishing the market on Park street which is now operated by a son, Herman. 
The elderly Mr. Dramm died in 1929. Mr. Dramm was a member of the First Lutheran 
congregation here, and was a charter member of the Southside Ladies Aid Society.
Surviving are the son, Herman, and two other sons, John, also of Manitowoc, and 
Eugene of Elmhurst, Ill.; two daughters, the Misses Marie and Elsa Dramm, both 
of this city, and five grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Wednesday evening until the time 
of services Thursday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 5, 1948  P. 2
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[d. 10-05-1948/age 86 yrs./bur. on Mrs. John Dramm lot]


F. WILLIAM DRAMM

Kustka, Schmidt, Dramm Boys Drown; Small Boat Capsizes One Mile Out
Norbert Kustka, August Haese Are Rescued On Sunday Afternoon
BOYS SHOUT FAREWELL
Small Sailboat Fills With Water Leaving Five In Craft To Flounder
Three Manitowoc boys were drowned and two companions were rescued Sunday 
afternoon when their small sailboat capsized and sank about a mile off the 
Manitowoc lighthouse.
The dead are:
George Kustka, 22, 1016 N. 15th street.
William Dramm, 19, 909 Park street.
Milroy Schmidt, 18, 1809 Belmont St.
Norbert Kustka, 17, a brother of George Kustka, and August Haese, 17, 1824 
Belmont St., were rescued. Almost exhausted, they were picked up by the 
Esperanza II, Two Rivers pleasure yacht owned and skippered by Dr. Herman 
Kahlenberg.
Search continued today for the bodies of the three youths. The lake is about 
40 feet deep where the tragedy occurred. The sailboat had originally been an 
old steel lifeboat. It was built over by a club of boys and christened the 
Maybee. The boat was apparently caught in a trough as the attempt was made to 
turn it and head it for the harbor. One wave partially filled the boat and a 
second wave overturned it and sank it. The boys were unable to reach for life 
preservers in the cabin of the craft.
According to August Haese, who gave the most coherent account of what took 
place, George Kustka, Dramm and Schmidt lost their lives when they became 
exhausted trying to swim toward the pier. Schmidt and Dramm, he said, both 
shouted farewell warnings to their companions as they were forced to give up 
their struggles. George Kustka never spoke, according to Haese.
Were Floundering
While all five youths who started out from the harbor here at 3 p.m. could swim. 
Haese and Norbert Kustka were the more proficient. Dramm was handicapped by a 
stiff shoulder which was broken in an accident some time ago. After waves nearly 
filled the Maybee it settled and sank from sight so quickly that the five aboard 
were soon floundering about in the choppy waters of the lake. 
The air tight bulkheads that were part of the steel lifeboat had been taken out 
to make room for the engine and cabine, built into the Maybee after a club of 
north side boys acquired the boat. Ballast added to the keel of the boat weighed 
it down.
Norbert Kustka was at the tiller of the Maybee leaving the harbor. The engine 
was started to give the boat headway to the end of the piers. Sail was made and 
the engine was shut off. According to Kustka it was decided to turn back in the 
harbor when the mile post, a buoy located almost directly due east of the piers, 
was sighted just ahead.
Wave Strikes
Kustka put the helm over and the Maybee came around broadside to the swells 
running in toward the shore. Suddenly a big wave struck the craft and it partly 
capsized and began to fill with water. Quickly all five aboard clambered on the 
upper side of the Maybee in an effort to right her and bail out the water. 
A gust of wind and another wave completed the hazard of the youthful sailors. 
The boat filled more rapidly and suddenly started to sink. 
"Pull off your clothes and swim toward the piers." Haese yelled as he took the 
lead toward the piers, almost a mile distant. 
All sensed the danger but no one sought to grab any of the others, according to 
Haese.
"We all started to swim toward the piers but the choppy seas made it hard," Haese 
said.
Finally crowds on the pier and along the shore noticed the tragedy being enacted 
before their eyes. In the harbor, returning to Two Rivers, was Dr. Herman 
Kahlenberg in his power sailboat, the Esperanza II. With him was his wife, Alice, 
and two guests, Roland Klinkner and Lester Bentley. 
Spied Two Boys
Edward Hamilton aboard a snipe boat in the inner basin and others on the pier 
motioned Kahlenberg out into the lake. He started his engine at full speed and 
drove in the direction they pointed. 
Soon just ahead two heads bobbed up and down in the lake. The Esperanza first 
came upon Haese. (continued on page 2)
He was swimming toward the pier and did not appear to be in serious trouble. 
But 100 feet beyond Norbert Kustka, hindered by his clothing, was in distress. 
A ring life preserver was thrown to Haese and the Esperanza went to Kustka's 
rescue. He had partly sunk from sight when the rescue party reached his side. 
A long pike pole in the hands of Bentley and Klinkner was shoved over the side 
toward Kustka. Instinctively he grabbed it and he was pulled toward the side of 
the Esperanza. Mrs. Kahlenberg reached over and grabbed Kustka and soon he was 
on deck.
The Kahlenbergs next turned toward Haese. He was clinging in the life preserver 
and trying to swim toward the pier at the same time. He was hauled aboard the 
rescue craft. The lake was scanned in all directions but the other three could 
not be seen.
The Esperanza turned about and headed for the piers. Kustka had swallowed 
considerable water and lapsed into unconsciousness.
Call Coast Guard
In the meantime the alarm spread and soon the Two Rivers coast guard crew, in 
charge of Boatswain Mate Joseph Czechanski, put out and small craft from both 
this port and Two Rivers joined in the search. 
After an hour's search of the lake's surface dragging operations were started. 
The coast guard crew and the Schuette yacht Gesine dragged the bottom of the 
lake in the vicinity of where the Maybee sank from sight until 1 a.m. today and 
returned later this morning. 
When the Esperanza docked at the foot of North Sixth street with Haese and Norbert 
Kustka the inhalator squad from the north side fire station was waiting. While 
Haese was whisked away to his home on Belmont street Kustka was fed oxygen from 
the hose line while at the same time the firemen and physicians massaged his body 
and administered artificial respiration.
In a few minutes Kustka revived but the treatment was continued for a half hour. 
He was placed in the city ambulance and taken to the hospital. He was able to 
return to his home late today. 
Large Crowds
News of the triple drowning spread about the city like wildfire. Soon the shore 
line from Commercial street north to the Little Manitowoc was lined with hundreds 
of persons watching the searching parties. Even after darkness settled over the 
water last night the crowds of watchers stood along the shore. 
The Maybee, the steel lifeboat changed over into a sailing sloop and equipped 
with a gasoline engine, was in trouble before although Haese and Kustka insist 
the boat was seaworthy. Last June Norbert Kustka and Lester Musil, Menasha avenue, 
took the Maybee out in the lake. The motor died and an offshore wind prevented 
them from getting the craft back into port. They cast anchor a mile off the piers 
and remained most of the night until the coast guard from Two Rivers, in search 
for them, located the disable craft and towed it into port. 
Originally the Maybee served many years as a lifeboat on either one of the Goodrich 
boats or a Reiss freighter. It was secured by a club of boys, ten or more in 
number and rebuilt to provide a cabin forward and place for an engine at the 
stern. 
Arthur Haese Jr., 1824 Belmont street, a brother of one of the two boys saved, 
intended to make the trip Sunday aboard the Maybee, but he had an engagement to 
see a friend off to school and did not join the five others for the fatal cruise. 
First of Season
The triple drowning Sunday marked the first fatalities of the summer season in 
Manitowoc and came a week after the life guards went off duty at the bathing 
beaches here.
August Haese is a member of the junior life saving corps at Lincoln high school 
and has been proficient in swimming classes ever since leaving the eight grade.
George Kustka, 22, one of the three drowning victims, resided at 1016 North 15th 
street and was the principal support of the family. He was employed as an attendant 
at the Deep Rock Oil companyon North 11th street. He was a graduate of the Lincoln 
high scool a few years ago and since leaving school has been employed. The survivors 
are his father Anton, four sisters, Agnes, Pauline, Mabel and Margie, and a 
brother, Norbert, one of the two saved Sunday. Norbert Kustka is employed as 
delivery boy for a meat market. 
The John Dramm family is among those who were sadly bereaved when the youngest 
member, William, died in the accident yesterday. He was 19 years of age. 
An ardent sailor, William had only yesterday put up his sloop, the Arab, for the 
winter. He was a member of the Manitowoc Yacht club and took a keen interest in 
maritime activities and history. He had collected one of the finest assortment 
of photographs of vessels built in or sailing from Manitowoc in the city. The 
collection encompassed vessels sailing from here during the past fifty years. 
His interests also led him to assemble a very excellent collection of postage 
stamps and he was a member of the local stamp collectors club. Besides his school 
work, William assisted in the Dramm floral shop and meat market. He enjoyed the 
out of doors and delighted in hunting and fishing. 
By confirmation he was a member of the First Lutheran church where he had many 
friends among the younger people.
Going To School
Milroy Schmidt, 18, son of Mr. and Mrs. Leo Schmidt, 1809 Belmont street, was 
born March 23, 1916. He attended the Lincoln high school for three years and took 
several courses at the Vocational school last year. 
"He was already enrolled in the Vocational school this year and had planned on 
finishing high school," Mr. Schmidt said today. 
Milroy, together with the other accident victims, spent a great deal of time on 
the water. His interest in boats had taken up most of his spare time during the 
past few years. During the Homecoming celebration here, he and the others managed 
a speed boat ride service on the river. 
Besides his parents, Milroy is survived by a brother, Orley, aged 13, and a sister, 
Roma, aged 16.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 10, 1934 p.1
(Note: There are 2 more columns about the drowning on page 1)
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LOCATE BODIES OF TWO; RITES ARE ARRANGED
Bodies of Milroy Schmidt and William Dramm Found About a Mile Off Piers
Bodies of two victims of the triple drowning off the harbor here a week 
ago Sunday when the sloop Maybee capsized and sank were recovered from 
the lake this morning.
The first body found was that of Milroy Schmidt which floated to the 
surface a little more than a mile north of the piers near the pond nets 
of Richard Lade. Two hours later the body of William Dramm was found a 
mile off the north pier within a few hundred years of where the Maybee 
sank.
Search continued today for the body of the third boy, George Kustka.
The Schmidt body was first noticed by Mr. Lade early today when he went 
to lift his nets along the shore between here and Two Rivers. He put back 
to Manitowoc at once and notified the police station which in turn called 
the coast guard at Two Rivers. Accompanied by John Nehring, engineer on 
the White Swan, and Officer Aaron Peters, Lade took his boat out again.
Hands Clasped
The body was soon located and the boat awaited the coast guard to assist 
in lifting it from the water. Mr. Nehring climbed aboard the surf boat of 
the coast guard and assisted members of the crew in putting the body on 
board. Except for trousers it was fully clothed. There was a blue sweater 
over two shirts. Both hands were clasped tightly together. There were no 
marks or scars on the body.
After depositing the Schmidt body on the dock near the Elks club Capt. 
Rogers took the coast guard crew out to continue the search. For a time 
there was no trace of a body but soon after a carferry passed into the 
harbor from across the lake, the currents lifted the body of the Dramm boy 
to the surface about a mile northeast of the north pier. This body was fully 
clothed, except that a blue outer coat had been removed.
Funeral services for William Dramm, 19, youngest member of the John Dramm 
family, will be held Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. from the home, 909 Park street. 
The services will be in charge of the Rev. D.G. Ristad of the First Lutheran 
church of which the deceased was a member. Interment will be at Evergreen. 
Companions of the dead youth will act as pallbearers.
William Dramm was born in this city in 1915 and after attending the Lincoln 
high school here assisted in the Dramm meat market and floral shop.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 18, 1934 P.1
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[Frederic William Dramm/bur. 9-19-1934/age 19 yrs/cause: accidental drowning/
bur. on Mrs. John Dramm lot]
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(Note: This and funeral particulars for Milroy has also been put with Milroy 
Schmidt)


HERMAN H. DRAMM

Herman H. Dramm, 76, of 909 Park St., Manitowoc, oldest active meat dealer in 
the city, died Wednesday night at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Vernon Anderson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Dramm was born in Manitowoc, where he always resided, Aug. 27, 1886, son 
of the late John G. Dramm Sr., and Emma Lohe Dramm. He attended public schools 
and was graduated from the old First Ward High School.
He had been associated with the John Dramm Meat Market at 909 Park St., for more 
than 60 years, assuming operation of the market after the death of his father in 
1929. Herman Dramm had the distinction of being the oldest active meat dealer at 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Dramm was a member of First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
Surviving are a brother, Eugene Dramm, of Elmhurst, Ill, two sisters, Miss Marie 
Dramm and Miss Elsa Dramm, of Manitowoc, a niece and four nephews. A brother, 
John Dramm Jr., died Jan. 23, 1951.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 5 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 13, 1962  P. 20 
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[d. 12-12-1962/age 76 yrs./bur. on Mrs. John Dramm lot]


JOHN G. DRAMM    (d. 1929)

JOHN G. DRAMM DIES AT HOME THIS MORNING 
Pioneer Business Man of City For Fifty Years Dies After Extended Illness 
A long period of illness, extending for more than two years, at 4:30 o’clock 
this morning brought death to John G. Dramm, 79, for over 30 years one of the 
best known business men of the city and county. Death occurred at the family 
home on Park street and members of his immediate family were at his bedside 
when the end came.
Mr. Drumm was a resident of Manitowoc for more than 50 years, locating in this 
city in 1878 and since that time he has been actively engaged in the meat market 
business here. Coming here from Milwaukee, he was employed for a time at the 
meat market of Fred Lohe, Sr., corner of Eighth and Washington streets, becoming 
a partner in the venture with the retirement of Mr. Lohe, Sr. The business was 
conducted under the firm name of Lohe and Dramm for a number of years, the 
partnership being severed in 1901 when Mr. Dramm opened his own shop on Park 
street in the location of his present store. Two years ago, ill health forced 
him to retire from the active management of the business which has since been 
conducted by members of his family.
Served in German War 
Born in Eckernfoerde in the province of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, on December 11, 
1850, Mr. Dramm spent his early boyhood and manhood in Germany. As a young man he 
served in the Prussian army in the Franco-Prussian war of 1870-71 and in the 
following year migrated to this country, locating at Milwaukee for several years 
while in the employ of a brother who conducted a meat market there.
In 1855(sic), Mr. Dramm married Miss Anna Lohe, daughter of his partner and when Mr. 
Lohe, Sr., retired his interest was taken over by his son, Fred Lohe, Jr., and 
the two conducted the business for some years.
In addition to his widow, Mr. Dramm is survived by six children, Herman, William 
and John at home, Eugene at Elmhurst, and Marie and Elsa at home.
Funeral on Friday 
Funeral services will be held at the Dramm home on Park street Friday afternoon at 
2 oclock, Rev. Machmiller and Rev. Koeninger being in charge. For many years, Mr. 
Dramm was an active and devout member of the German Ev. Lutheran church. 
The deceased had a wide acquaintance not only in the city but throughout the county, 
and his business relations over a period of 50 years won universally esteem for him. 
Manitowoc Herald News, September 11, 1929  P. 2
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[bur. 13 Sept. 1929/age 78 yrs./cause: carcinoma of sigmoid]
(Note: If he was born in 1850, he couldn't have been married in 1855)


JOHN G. DRAMM    (d. 1951)

John G. Dramm Dies Suddenly 
John G. Dramm, owner-operator of a Park street floral shop, Manitowoc, and an 
inventor, died suddenly Tuesday morning of a heart attack at his home, 1106 
Nagel avenue, Manitowoc.
Mr. Dramm, who was 46 years of age, had been a patient at Holy Family hospital 
on two occasions since shortly before Christmas. However, he had returned to 
his home last Thursday after his condition showed improvement. Upon being 
stricken Tuesday morning, the city ambulance was summoned to return him to the 
hospital, but he died before its arrival.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced Wednesday by the 
Pfeffer funeral home.
A son of the late John Sr. and Emma Dramm, the deceased was born in Manitowoc 
in 1904. After attending the local Lutheran parochial school and the old 
Washington high school, he was graduated from the Manitowoc Business college. 
For several years he was employed by a Chicago floral firm and in 1926 returned 
to Manitowoc to go into the florist business for himself in the Dramm building 
on Park street. 
In addition to conducting his florist business, Dramm also found considerable 
time to devote to the invention of gadgets designed to speed up the assembling 
of wreaths and other floral pieces. 
Among his more successful innovations were a cramper, designed to prepare crepe 
paper for use in decorating plants, a flowered greeting card which he called a 
“carte de fleur,” an electric styraphone cutter and a water breaker for use in 
greenhouse sprinkling. All of Mr. Dramm’s products were constructed and sold 
from his Manitowoc floral shop.
For a number of years he was an active member of the Manitowoc Rotary club, having 
been on the board of directors at the time of his death. He was also a member of 
the First Lutheran congregation.
In 1930 Mr. Dramm married the former Miss Perdita Perham of Eveleth, Minn., who 
was a teacher in the Manitowoc public school system at the time of their marriage.
Mr. Dramm survives her husband, with two sons, (private). 
Also surviving are two brothers, Herman of Manitowoc and Eugene of Elmhurst, Ill.; 
and two sisters, the Misses Marie and Elsa Dramm, both of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 23, 1951  P. 2
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[d. 01-23-1951/age 46 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Perdita Dramm lot]


JOHN PETER DRAMM    (d. 1978)

John Peter Dramm, 45, of 823 N. Ninth Street, Manitowoc, died Friday morning 
in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday 
in First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce Hanstecht will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Dramm was born December 4, 1932 in Two Rivers, son of the late John G. 
Dramm and Perdita Perham Dramm. He was graduated from Lincoln High School, 
Manitowoc with the Class of 1951 and University of Wisconsin-Madison, with 
the Class of 1955. He married Joan Schuette September 4, 1954 in Manitowoc. 
He was owner of the John P. Dramm Mfg. Co. and was also associated with the 
Dramm Company. Mr. Dramm was a member of Masquers Inc. and active in Heartarama 
and former member of the Manitowoc School Board.
Survivors include his wife; five sons, John (Rusty), a student at University 
of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Peter, a student at Fox Valley Technical School, 
Appleton, Fritz, Andrew and Seth at home; his mother, Mrs. Perdita Dramm, a 
brother and sister-in-law, Kurt and Marlene, an aunt, Miss Marie Dramm and 
mother-in-law, Mrs. Norma Schuette of Manitowoc.
Friends may call in Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday 
until noon Monday when the casket will be moved to the church. Memorials may 
be made to Masquers Inc. or Heartarama.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Saturday, Feb. 11, 1978 - page 3
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[bur. on Mrs. Perdita Dramm lot]


MARIE J. DRAMM

Miss Marie Dramm, 86, of 909 Park St., Manitowoc, died Friday night in Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday in Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce W. Hanstedt will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery,Manitowoc.
Miss Dramm was born October 4, 1891 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late John G. 
and Emma Lohe Dramm Sr. She was a lifelong Manitowoc resident and had been 
educated in Manitowoc Parochial and Public School systems. She had been associated 
in the family businesses, the (illegible)Meat Market and Dramm Florist. Miss Dramm 
was a member of First Lutheran church and Altar Guild.
Survivors include a sister-in-law, Mrs. Perdita Dramm; a nephew and niece-in-law, 
Kurt and Marlene Dramm of Manitowoc; a niece and nephew-in-law, Mary Lois and 
Lloyd Williams of Washington D.C.; a nephew and niece-in-law, John and Bernadine 
Dramm of Elmhurst, Ill.; a nephew and niece-in-law, Eugene and Susan Dramm of 
LaJolla, Calif.; and a cousin, Irene Lohe of Manitowoc. Three brothers, Herman, 
Eugene and John Jr.; a sister, Elsa and a nephew, John P. Dramm preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call in Pfeffer Funeral home, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday until 
the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, May 6, 1978 page 3
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[bur. on Mrs. John Dramm lot]


PERDITA DRAMM

Perdita Dramm, age 90, of 1106 Nagle Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning, 
February 27, 1996, at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 1, 1996, at First 
Lutheran Chapel, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Steven 
Olson with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Perdita Perham was born August 7, 1905, in Eveleth, Minn., daughter 
of the late George and Laura Mortensen Perham. She was a graduate of Eveleth(sic) 
High School and then was a graduate from Duluth State Teacher's College. She 
came to Manitowoc as a first grade teacher and married John G. Dramm August 14, 
1930, in Wolf, Minn. He preceded her in death January 23, 1951. Perdita was 
employed as a Librarian for the Manitowoc Public Library and the Manitowoc 
Public School System. At that time she was also the proprietor of the Dramm 
Company. Upon retirement from the library she maintained a career at Dramm 
Corporation until the age of 88.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Kurt and Marlene Dramm, Manitowoc; 
a daughter-in-law, Joan Dramm, Manitowoc; three sisters and a brother-in-law, 
Dorthea Goodfellow, Aurora, Ill., Laura Jane Hill, Bergland, Mich., Geraldine 
and Bud Floyd, Ely, Minn.; one brother and sister-in-law, James and Anne Perham, 
Sioux City, Iowa; seven grandchildren, John, Peter, Fritz, Andrew, Seth, Heidi, 
and Hans. Also surviving are five great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a son, John P. Dramm, 
February 10, 1978, one sister and one brother.
Friends may call at the First Lutheran Chapel, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Friday 
until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Memorials would be appreciated to the Manitowoc Public Library Foundation.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 28, 1996 P. A2
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[widow of John Dramm]


LEONARD DRASNER

The funeral of the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Drassner, 516 Chicago street, 
will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock from the home of the grandmother, 
Mrs. Wencel Marsh, 510 Chicago street. 
Manitowoc Herald News, October 15, 1923  P. 2
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[bur. 10-16-1923/cause: exhaustion/bur. on Louis J Drasner lot]


LOUIS DRASNER

LOUIS DRASNER PASSES SUNDAY
Lived Here 15 Years; Was Born at Kossuth
Louis Drasner, 45, a resident of the city for 15 years, died Sunday at the home, 
1847 New York avenue. He has been ill since April.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
The deceased was born at Kossuth in 1890. He took up farming and in 1916 married 
Bertha Maresh of that town. They resided on a farm for four years and and 15 
years ago moved from Kossuth to this city. He was employed for eight years as a 
clerk at the Worel Hardware store.
Survivors are his widow; father, Joseph, city; a daughter Arlene, city; brother, 
Fred, Francis Creek; and two sisters, Mrs. Charles Holsen and Mrs. Louis Reindl, 
both of this city.
The body is at the funeral home and may be viewed there until the hour of the 
funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, November 25, 1935 P.8
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[bur. 11-26-1935/age 45 yrs./cause: malignant endocarditis]


DAYNA ANN DREES

Dayna Ann Crees (sic), 13 months, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wally Drees of 10 N. 
Royal Ave., Fond du Lac, died Friday at Mercy Medical Center, Oshkosh.
Fmaily graveside services were held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. Richard Verhasselt officiating.
Dayna Ann was born April 4, 1976, at Neenah. Her mother is the former Ann L. 
Wilfert.
Survivors include her parents, of Fond du Lac, paternal grandmother, Mrs. Walter 
(Grace) Drees, of Manitowoc and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wilfert, 
of Rt. 2, Two Rivres, and two great grandfathers, Martin Wilfert, of Rt. 2, Two 
Rivers and Frank Koeppel, of Two Rivers.
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, was in charge of local arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 28, 1977 P. 3
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[d. 05-27-1977 at Oshkosh WI/age 13 months]


GRACE G. DREES

Grace G. Drees, age 85, a Manitowoc resident, died Sunday, April 2, 2000, at 
Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
The Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Drees will be celebrated by Rev. Daniel 
Dewane at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, Wednesday, April 5, 2000, 
at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Grace was born February 7, 1915, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Frederick 
and Elsie Kope Larson. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1933. On 
October 26, 1938, she married Walter J. Drees, in Manitowoc. Mr. Drees preceded 
her in death, September 27, 1975. Grace and Walter owned and operated Drees' 
Service Station and Restaurant in Francis Creek for 20 years, retiring in 1975. 
She was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church.
Survivors include her son, Wally (Ann) Drees, Rosendale; two grandchildren, 
Michael and Kristy Drees, and many friends. She was preceded in death by her 
parents; her husband; an infant son, Jimmy, and an infant granddaughter, Dayna.
Friends may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church on Wednesday, from 10 a.m. 
until the time of mass at 11 a.m.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, assisted the Drees family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 4, 2000 P. A2


JIMMIE DREES

Child Dies After Drinking A Bottle of Insect Poison 
James Drees, 2-1/2-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Drees, 930 South 21st 
street, died at 8:15 p.m. Saturday from the effects of drinking a preparation 
intended to combat lice among his father’s chickens.
The boy died three hours after emptying the quarter-pint bottle of liquid. Death 
was due to the effects of nicotine poisoning, According to Coroner Theodore 
Teitgen, who said the active ingredient of the preparation was nicotine. The 
death was termed accidental and no inquest is planned.
Saturday afternoon the boy accompanied his father down town to do some shopping. 
A large amount of chicken feed and supplies were purchased by the father and then 
they went home, driving into the driveway along side the home.
According to Mr. Drees the boy remained seated in the front seat while the father 
took the supplies out of the car. The small bottle of louse compound was in the 
front seat and while the father was going back and forth, the boy apparently drank 
the contents of the bottle.
When the boy started crying, Mr. Drees went to see what the trouble was and found 
the empty bottle and some of the contents spilled on the child’s clothes. The 
father rushed into the house to get some milk to pour down the boy’s throat while 
the mother called a doctor.
The mild antidote had the effect of bringing much of the contents of the boy’s 
stomach up while the lad was being rushed to the hospital. However, the boy died 
at 8:15 p.m. 
Funeral Tuesday.
James was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Drees and was born in this city on 
May 9, 1941. 
The funeral services will be held from the home at 7:40 a.m. Tuesday and from St. 
Boniface Catholic church at 8 a.m. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery. The 
Pfeffer funeral home will be in charge of the funeral.
Besides the parents, the grandparents also survive. They are Mr. and Mrs. Peter 
Knipp of this city and Mr. and Mr. John Drees of Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 4, 1943  P. 1
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[James F./d. 10-02-1943/age 2 yrs./cause: nicotine poisoning/son of Mr. and 
Mrs. Walter Drees]


WALTER DREES

Walter J. Drees, 68, of 1620 Atlanta Ct., Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon 
at Holy Family Hospital Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. 
Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev Leo J Schmitt will officiate with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Drees was born June 18, 1907 at Milwaukee, son of the late John and Marv 
Lamers Drees. He married Grace Larson Oct 26, 1938 at Mamtowoc. They resided 
at Manitowoc until 1955 when they moved to Francis Creek, where they owned and 
operated Drees' Service Station and Restaurant until Jan 1, 1975, when they 
returned to Manitowoc. He was a member of Knights of Columbus Council 710 and 
Francis Creek Sportsman Club
Survivors include his wife, a son and daughter-in-law (private); a brother 
John of Milwaukee; and four sisters, Mrs. Gus (Hazel) Wirth of Cedarburg, Mrs. 
Rav (Florence) Peterson of Manitowoc, Mrs. Stephen (Viola) Ritz of Milwaukee, 
and Mrs. George (Bernice) Baur of Menomonee Falls. A son James and a sister 
preceded him in death. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 
o'clock this Monday evening where a wake service will be at 7 o'clock by 
friends, members of Knights of Columbus and daughters of Isabella.
Herald Times Reporter September 29, 1975  pg. 16

BARBARA ANN DREGER

Barbara A. Dreger, age 59, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Sunday evening, March 26, 2023 at Rivers Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center in Manitowoc.
Barbara was born on March 3, 1964 in Manitowoc. She was the daughter of Norma Vollendorf Dreger and the late Robert Dreger. Barbara attended Lincoln High School and graduated with the class of 1982. She had been employed at Ascend Services (Holiday House) and SchwartzManufacturing in Two Rivers. Barbara was a member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church. She loved traveling, shopping, and animals.
She is survived by her mother, Norma Dreger, Manitowoc, two brothers, Michael (Fay) Dreger, Winneconne, and David (Linda) Dreger, Germantown; three sisters, Susan (Robert) Kowalsky, Fox Point, Patti (Brad) Guibord, Manitowoc, Michelle (Doug) Moede, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Dreger.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. Officiating will be Rev. Thomas Wilsmann. Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. Following the burial at Evergreen Cemetery a luncheon will be held at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center, located on the south property of the funeral home.
The family would like to convey their thanks to the staff at Rivers Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center and Aurora at Home Hospice. 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.
Published by Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory - Manitowoc on March 28, 2023

BERTHA DREGER

DEATH CLAIMS FORMER LOCAL RESIDENT AT TWO RIVERS HOME—
BURIAL TO BE HELD HERE
Mrs. Robert Dreger, wife of assistant postmaster Dreger of Two Rivers 
and formerly Miss Bertha Johnson of this city, died at Two Rivers 
yesterday, her demise being due to influenza from which she had 
suffered but a short time. The funeral will be held from the home at 
Two Rivers tomorrow afternoon and the body will be brought here for 
interment at Evergreen cemetery. 
Mrs. Drager is a daughter of Mrs. Josephine Johnson of this city and 
was born here July 1, 1885, being 33 years of age. She was married in 
1911 to Mr. Dreger, who survives her. A mother, four brothers, John G. 
Johnson, Alfred, this city, Charles B. of Milwaukee and Fred of Two 
Rivers and two sisters, Mrs. Charles Krumm and Miss Hilda Johnson of 
this city also survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, December 10, 1918, Page 3
**********
[Bertha Dreger/bur. 12-11-1918/cause: pneumonia/
bur. on Mrs. Anton Johnson lot]
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BRIDE OF TWO RIVERS MAN
Miss Bertha Johnson Weds Robert Dreger of That City
A quiet and pretty home wedding at 6:30 Wednesday evening at the residence of 
Mrs. Josephine Johnson, St. Clair Street, gave Miss Bertha Johnson, this city, 
to be the bride of Robert Dreger of Two Rivers, Rev. Preus of the First Norwegian 
Church, officiated at the ceremony. The bridal couple was attended by Mr. and 
Mrs. Hiram Madsen and only immediate relatives were present. Following a wedding 
dinner, Mr. Dreger and bride departed for Minneapolis for a honeymoon and will 
take up their home here. The bride is an attractive and popular girl, a graduate 
of the North Side High School and a favorite with a large circle of friends. Mr. 
Dreger is a marine engineer and is a young man who has the esteem of all who knew him.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Jan. 26, 1911


EDNA M. DREGER

Mrs. Edna M. Dreger, 83, of 1324 Hamann Road, Manitowoc, died Wednesday, November 15, 
1989 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday at 
Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Glenn H. Unke will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Dreger was born February 12, 1906 at Newtonburg, Wisconsin, daughter of the late 
William and Mary Brandt Fischer. She was educated at Newtonburg School. Mrs. Dreger 
was employed at Memorial Hospital in the Dietary Department from 1957-1963 and for 
10 years at the Elbow Room, retiring in 1976. She married Walter H. Dreger on 
October 24, 1928 at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Newtonburg. He preceded her 
in death on December 15, 1966. Mrs. Dreger was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church and a former member of the Ladies Aide of the church.
Survivors include four sons, Donald (Geno) Dreger of Omaha, Nebraska, Robert Dreger 
of Arizona, Walter (Ginger) Dreger of La Jolla, California and Paul (Lynn) Dreger of 
Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Lois and Paul Mrotek of Neenah, Wisconsin; two 
daughters-in-law, Norma Dreger of Manitowoc and Marlene Burnes of Burlingame, California; 
two sisters and a brother-in-law, Lillian Ballmann of Manitowoc and Elsie and Edmund 
Selle of Valders; 18 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Ella in infancy and 
Hildegarde Singer.
Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 pm 
to 8 pm Friday and on Saturday at the church from 10 am to the time of services. 
Memorials may be made to Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Nov. 16, 1989 page B7
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[widow of Walter H. Dreger]


WALTER H. DREGER

Walter H. Dreger, 61, of 1302 Hamann Rd., Manitowoc, a Lauson Chevrolet Co. 
salesman, died Thursday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after several 
months of illness. Funeral services will be at 1 pm Saturday at Immanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. T.F. Uetzmann will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Dreger was born Nov. 3, 1905 at Wabeno, Wis., son of the late John Dreger 
and Katherine Beck Dreger. Mr. Dreger married Edna Fischer Oct. 24, 1928 at 
Newtonburg. He was a telegraph operator there for two years, moved to Manitowoc 
and was an agent for the Wisconsin Life Insurance co. for 18 years, moved to 
Newtonburg in 1948, farming there and later in rural Shawano and moved to 
Manitwooc, Jan 1, 1954 when he joined the Lauson firm.
Surviving are his wife, four sons, 1st Sgt. Donald W. in Vietnam, Robert H. of 
Rt. 2, Manitowoc, Walter H. of Palo Alto, Calif., and Paul A. of Manitowoc; a 
daughter, Mrs. Paul (Lois) Mrotek of Manitowoc; his mother of Pulcifer, Wis.; 
five brothers, Herbert of Palmyra, Wis., Eberhardt (Mike) and Harold of Waukesha, 
Wis., Frederick of Tomahawk, Wis., and John of Waterloo, Wis. A sister preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call after 3 pm Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc 
and at the church from noon Saturday until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Dec. 15, 1966 page T11
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[d. 12-15-1966/age 61 yrs]
********
(The following is his son's obituary)

Walter H. Dreger, age 57, a patent attorney specializing in biotechnology at the 
San Francisco law office of Flehr Hohbach Test Albritton & Herbert LLP, died 
Tuesday, March 9, 1999, at the University of California-San Francisco hospital.
A Funeral Service was held on Monday, March 15, 1999, at St.Mark's Lutheran Church 
in San Francisco.
Mr. Dreger was born in Manitowoc, son of the late Walter and Edna Dreger. He 
graduated from the University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1963 (B.S.) and from 
Golden Gate University in 1984 (J.D.). He was an active member of the American 
Bar Association. Mr. Dreger started his career at Syntex Corp, Palo Alto. 
Subsequently, he joined Genentech Inc., South San Francisco where he became 
director of patents.
Survivors include his wife, Ginger Dreger, San Francisco; three sons, Doug Dreger, 
Antioch, Kurt Dreger, Livermore, and Mark Dreger, San Francisco; one grandchild, 
Sean Dreger; three brothers and one sister, Don and Geno Dreger, Omaha, Neb., Lois 
and Paul Mrotek, Neenah, Robert Dreger, Mesa, Ariz., and Paul and Lynn Dreger, 
Manitowoc, and other relatives.
Herald Times Reporter, March 23, 1999 P. A.2


AGNES DREIER

Agnes G. Dreier, 5493 Cornell Avenue, Jan. 12, 1963, beloved sister of Emma 
Warner, Hilda J. Soeren, Elsie Kellogg, Clara Toman, Ruth Smolik, Darwin and 
Herman Dreier. At Lain & Son Chapel, 2024 E. 75th street at Jeffery Boulevard, 
where services will be held Monday, Jan. 14 at 3 pm. Interment Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc, Wis.
Chicago Tribune, Sun., Jan. 13, 1963
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[Agnes Gertrude/d. 01-12-1963 at Chicago IL/age 56 yrs./bur. on Herman Dreier lot]


ALMA DREIER

Alma Oline Dreier
Baptism • U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969
Name: Alma Oline Dreier
Baptism Age: 0
Record Type: Baptism
Birth Date: 18 Aug 1892
Baptism Date: 18 Sep 1892
Baptism Place: Mishicot, Wisconsin, USA
Father: Hermand Dreier
Mother: Guveria Dreier
Church Name: Gibson
Church Location: Mishicot, Wisconsin
"U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969"


DARWIN DREIER

Darwin Lawrence Drier
Baptism • U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969
Name	Darwin Lawrence Drier
Baptism Age	0
Record Type	Baptism
Birth Date 26 Oct 1941
Baptism Date 28 Oct 1941
Baptism Place Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Father Darwin Drier
Church Name St Paul
Church Location Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Remarks Baby died one hour after baptism at Two Rivers hospital
"U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969"
*****
Baby Dreier
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Baby Dreier
Death Date	28 Oct 1941
Death County	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[Darwin L. Dreier/Baby/d. 10-28-1941/age 2 days/cause: cerebral hemorrhage/
permission for bur. on Herman Dreier lot signed by Mrs. Herman Dreier]


HERMAN DREIER

Herman Fredrick Dreier, Sr., 73, retired Mishicot farmer, died Saturday 
evening at the homestead after a lingering illness. Funeral services will 
be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the St. Paul’s Lutheran church, the Rev. 
R. B. Walden officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery. 
Mr. Dreier was born in Germany in 1864 and came to this country with his 
parents when a boy. The family located in Manitowoc county. He married Miss 
Julia Peterson in 1889 and took up farming. In 1916 he purchased the present 
farm in the town of Mishicot. Ten years ago he retired and his two sons took 
over the farm.
Survivors are the widow; six daughters, Mrs. Charles Warner, Mr. Edward 
Kellogg, Mrs. Elmer Woolweber and Ruth, all of Milwaukee, Mr. Chester Foerens 
and Agnes, Chicago; four sons, Elmer, St. Helena, Ore., Oscar, Milwaukee, 
Herman, Jr. and Darwin, town of Mishicot; a brother, Julius, Oshkosh; a sister, 
Mrs. Bertha Lupke, Sheboygan; and 17 grandchildren.
The body is at the Frazier mortuary and will be moved to the St. Paul’s 
Lutheran church Tuesday at 11 a.m. where it may be viewed until the hour of 
the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 24, 1938  P. 2
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[bur. 01-26-1938/age 73 yrs./cause: pernicious anemia]


JULIA DREIER

Mrs. Julia R. Drier (sic), 83, who lived with her son, Darwin, on 
Mishicot route 1 until taken ill about three months ago, died 
Saturday night at St. Mary’s hospital in Milwaukee. Three months 
ago she went to Milwaukee to live with her daughter, Mrs. C.W. 
Warner, and about a week ago she was taken to the hospital. 
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2pm from St. Paul’s 
Lutheran church with the Rev. R.B. Walden officiating. Interment 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mrs. Drier, nee Julia Peterson, 
was born in Kewaunee on July 1, 1868. Her husband died in 1938. 
Survivors are six daughters, Mrs. C.W. Warner, Mrs. E.C. Kellogg, 
Mrs. Elmer Woolweber and Miss Ruth Drier of Milwaukee and Mrs. 
Soerens and Miss Agnes Drier of Chicago; four sons, Darwin of 
Mishicot, Herman of Kewaunee, Oscar of Sturgeon Bay and Elmer of 
the state of Oregon; three brothers, Martin Peterson of Milwaukee, 
Emil of Oconomowoc and John of Detroit; one sister, Mrs. O. 
Anderson of the state of Washington; 18 grandchildren; and three 
great grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary 
until 10am Tuesday when it will be moved to the church to lie in 
state until the hour of the funeral. 
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Monday, April 26, 1943
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[d. 04-24-1943 at Milwaukee, WI/wife of Herman Dreier]


JULIA SOPHIA DRENG

MRS. DRENG DIES AT CHICAGO, WILL BRING BODY HERE 
Messages announced the death at Chicago this morning of Mr. Sophie Dreng. The 
body will be brought to this city for burial and will arrive here Saturday 
afternoon on the 4:20 train over the Chicago & Northwestern. It will be taken 
directly from the depot to St. Paul’s Norwegian Lutheran church where service 
will be conducted by Rev. O. K. Espeseth. Burial will be at Evergreen cemetery. 
Mrs. Dreng was born near Christiana, Norway, and with her husband came to this 
country in 1892 settling in this city. Mr. Dreng died about fifteen years ago 
and up to a year ago Mrs. Dreng made her home in this city removing to Chicago 
to take up her residence with her daughter Mrs. George Larson. Besides the 
daughter with whom she made her home she is survived by one son, Rev. J. O. 
Dreng of St. Paul and two daughters, Mrs. A. J. Torrison and Mrs. A. Aarhus, 
both of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 7, 1921  P. 1
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[cause: vegetative-endocarditis/bur. on Mrs. Olson Dreng lot]


LARS OLSON DRENG

Death of 58-year old John O. Dreng(sic), a ship's carpenter, after 
a long illness following a heart attack. The deceased resided on 
St. Clair Street here and was a resident of Manitowoc for the past 
28 years. He leaves a widow and 4 children. The funeral was held 
Tuesday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 13 Sep. 1906
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John O. Dreng(sic) died at his home on St. Clair street at 9:30 o'clock last 
Sunday morning, the cause of his demise being heart failure. The decedent was 
58 years of age. Although he had been in poor health for several years, his 
sudden death came unexpectedly, as he had been feeling fairly well for the last 
few weeks preceding his final summons. The final attack came so suddenly that 
the patient had breathed his last before the family physician, who was promptly 
summoned when Mr. Dreng became worse, could reach his bedside.
Mr. Dreng was a native of Lervik, Norway. He was employed for many years as a 
vessel captain. In 1888 he came to America, settling in this city, where he had 
since resided continnously (sic). During his long residence here he was employed 
as a ship carpenter until his health began to fail.
Mr. Dreng leaves a wife and four children to mourn his loss. The children are: 
Rev. John Dreng and Mrs. George Larson of Chicago, Mrs. A.J. Torrison and Miss 
Sigrid Dreng, this city.
Mr. Dreng was held in esteem by all who knew him, and his death will be sorrowed 
for by many close friends.
The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from St. Paul's Norwegian 
Lutheran church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, September 13, 1906 P. 1
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NAME WAS TOO COMMON
And For This Reason John L. Olson Wants To Change The One He Bears.
TOOK ADVANTAGE OF NEW LAW.
Manitowoc Man, Who Will Hereafter be Known as John L. Dreng – 
First to Take the Step in County.
Because, as he thinks, the name he bears is too common and ordinary, 
John L. Olson, residing at 907 St. Clair street this city, wants it 
altered and has taken advantage of the law passed by the recent 
legislature which provides that any citizen many make change of name 
by filing an affidavit with the register of deeds of the county setting 
forth reasons for the desired alteration together with a brief and 
concise history of the life of the individual. Mr. Olson has met the 
conditions imposed by the law and the necessary affidavit is on file 
at the office of Register of Deeds Mueller.
The chief objection which Mr. Olson raise to the name he has borne for 
so many years is that it is common and ordinary and allow of conflict 
with that of other citizens in place where he resides. He confesses a 
partialty for his native country and is desirous of being known by a 
name he is entitled to assume from his homestead and the kingdom of 
Norway where he was born, that of Dreng. The affidavit is sworn to 
before Albert L Hougen. A fee of fifty cents accompanied the affidavit, 
which may be recorded in any other county in the state by payment of a 
like sum.
Mr. Olson enjoys the distinction of being the first Manitowoc county man 
to seek a change of name under the new law. He has been a resident of 
the city since May 20, 1889, at which time he located here, coming direct 
from his former home at Larvik, Norway, where he was born 52 years ago. 
Mr. Olsen is a carpenter by trade and is well known throughout the city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, June 20, 1901, 1
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Lars Johan Olson Dreng
birth: 27 August 1848 Astra Halsen, Norway
death: 9 September 1906 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1906 Manitowoc, Wis.
father: Ole Anderson Dreng
mother: Bertha Larson
spouse: Julne Scendson (sic)
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[age 58 yrs./cause: heart disease]


FRANCIS E. DRESSER

Francis E. Dresser, 60 (photo) of 1308 Wisconsin Ave., Manitowoc, head of the 
Estimating Department of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing Company, died Tuesday 
evening at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Urbancek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Dr. C. H. Phipps of the First Presbyterian Church will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. There will be 
Masonic rites at the graveside. 
He was born in Sturgeon Bay in 1894 and was graduated from the high school in 
that city. He served in the U.S. Army in World War 1. He married Miss Louise 
Pfeifer in Sturgeon Bay.
In 1926 Mr. and Mrs. Dresser moved to Manitowoc and he took employment with the 
Aluminum Goods Company. For the past ten years he has been head of the Estimating 
Department of the company.
Joining the Masonic lodge in Sturgeon Bay, he transferred to the Manitowoc lodge 
and was high priest of Manitowoc lodge, R.A.M. He was also a member of the Masonic 
Commandery and the shrine. His other affiliations included membership in the 
Drews-Bleser post of the American Legion and the Manitowoc lodge of Elks.
Surviving are his wife; a brother, James of Superior; three sisters, Miss Margaret 
Dresser and Mrs. John Acker of Marinette and Mrs. H. O. Cassidy of Tucson, Ariz. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 11, 1954  P. 25
*******
[d. 08-10-1954/age 59 yrs.]


LOUISE P. DRESSER

Louise P. Dresser, 98, formerly of 1308 Wisconsin Ave., who currently resided 
at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Saturday morning, May 5, 1990, at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday from Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
Officiting will be Rev. Stephen Schuette and burial will follow at Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Dresser was born April 5, 1892, in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, daughter of 
the late Gustav and Augusta Hendrick Pfeifer. She and her husband owned and 
operated a shoe store in the Sturgeon Bay area for many years. She married 
Frances E. Dresser, September 2, 1919, in Sturgeon Bay. Mrs. Dresser was a 
member of The Order of The Eastern Star Chapter No. 1?6.
Survivors include two cousins, Mr. Kenneth Robertson and Mr. Kenneth Hendrick 
both of Manitwooc. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frances in 1954 
and three sisters.
Friends may call from noon until the time of services on Tuesday at the Funeral 
Home. There will be no Monday evening visitation at the Jens Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
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[widow of Francis Dresser]


THOMAS DRESSER

Mr. Thomas Dresser, 34, of 1913 Michigan Ave., Manitowoc, died Thursday, May 10, 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at First Lutheran Church. Rev. Richard 
Lind will officiate and burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Dresser was born July 27, 1949, at Edgerton, Wis., son of Marshall and Ruth 
Brunsell Dresser. He attended and graduated from Sun Prairie High School in 1967 
and then graduated from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater in 1971. He married 
Shelley Putz on Jan. 23, 1971, at Milwaukee. Mr. Dresser was employed as an auditor 
for the State of Wisconsin, working in Milwaukee until coming to Manitowoc in Oct., 
1982. Mr. Dresser was a member of First Lutheran Church and was a Den Leader for 
Cub Scout Pack 3932 Den 2. 
Survivors include his wife, Shelley; three sons, Aaron, Todd and Noah at home; his 
parents, Marshall and Ruth Dresser of Prairie du Sac, Wis.; two brothers and sisters-
in-law, Robert and Vicky Dresser of Wisconsin Rapids and Larry and Sandy Dresser of 
Sun Prairie; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Barbara and Robert Dederich of Sauk 
City, Wis., and Rebecca and Dale Schoepp of Sauk City, Wis. 
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday afternoon 
and Monday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from noon to the time of services at the church. 
Memorials may be made to the Spinabifida Association or Save The Children Foundation.
Herald Times Reporter, May 11, 1984  P. 3


ANNA DREWS

Mrs. Anna Drews, 76, died early this morning at the home of her sister, 
Mrs. Cora Schmidt, 946 North 8th street, after a lingering illness.
The body will lie in state at the Pfeffer funeral home from Sunday until 
the time of the funeral Monday. The Rev. Theo. Uetzmann, pastor of the 
Immanuel Lutheran church, will officiate at the services at 2 p.m. at 
the funeral home. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Drews, nee Anna Mueller, was born June 12, 1867 in Manitowoc. On 
February 23, 1892 she was married to Henry Drews.
Survivors include one son, Harry, who lives in the city; two brothers, 
Otto Mueller, of Maribel; and William Mueller of Antigo; and one sister, 
Mrs. Schmidt.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, October 2, 1943 P.2
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[d. 10-02-1943/age 76 yrs./cause: uremia/bur. on Mrs. Fred Rudolph lot]


CLARA E. DREWS

Memorial services for Clara Drews will be 3 p.m. Monday at Bonita Valley 
Christian Center. She died Oct. 9 at a local convalescent home at the age of 95. 
Born Aug 22, 1892 in Osakis, Minn., she lived in Chula vista since 1963. Her 
husband Walter died in 1962. She was also preceded in death by seven brothers 
and one sister.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Ruth and Marvin Marshek of 
Chula Vista; grandchildren Paul Marshek of Vista, Susan Cuevas of Chula 
Vista and Jane Haroldsen of Sn Marcus; and five great-grandchildren.
Inurnment was in Manitowoc, Wis., where she lived for many years. The Rev. 
Gene Haroldsen and the Rev. Dwaine Lee will officiate at Monday's service.
Imperial Beach Star-News, California, Sunday, December 13, 1987 pg. 7
*****
[d. at National City CA/cremains/widow of Walter O. Drews]


DONALD A. DREWS

Donald A. Drews, age 74, formerly of 1631 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday, 
May 2, 1996, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Cremation will take place and burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born April 28, 1922, in Green Bay, son of the late Roland and Gladys Wilmot 
Drews. He married the former Janet Daugs September 16, 1950, in Manitowoc. He is 
a member of Wesley United Methodist Church. Donald served in the United States 
Army for 30 years.
Survivors include his wife, Janet, Manitowoc; two sons and one daughter-in-law, 
Ronald and Lynne Drews, Woodbury, N.J., Dennis Drews, Manitowoc; one daughter, 
Susan Drews, Manitowoc; one sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and Joe Genins, 
San Francisco; four grandchildren, Kevin, Ryan, Abigail Drews, Woodbury, N.J., 
Kayla Drews, Manitowoc; one great-grandchild, Trevor Dylan Drews, Woodbury, N.J.; 
brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends 
also survive, and a special friend, Susan Zierer.
A memorial has been established in his name.
The Jens Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 3, 1996  P. A2
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[cremains/husband of Janet Drews/bur. on Roland Drews lot]


EMMA DREWS

Mrs. Harry F. Drews, 61, of 1203 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
morning at the home following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Grace Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. W. W. Gieschen will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Emma Weitzmann in 1893 at Dorchester, Wis., daughter of the late 
Mr. and Mrs. Karl Weitzmann. In 1941 she was married to Earl Krouse. In later 
years they were separated and in 1929 she was married to Harry F. Drews. They 
located in Manitowoc. 
Surviving are her husband; daughter, (private); two sons, (private); and eight 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 p.m. Thursday. 
The casket will be moved to the church at 10:30 a.m. Friday where the body will 
lie in state until hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 20, 1954  P. 33
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[d. 10-20-1954/age 61 yrs./bur. on Harry Drews lot]


FRIEDERIKA DREWS

From Der Nord Westen, 17 Mar. 1892:
Death on Tues. of 36 yr. old Mrs. Frederika Drews (nee Conrad), of
childbed fever. Her burial will take place at 3 p.m. today at the 
city cemetery.
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[Mrs. Frederick Drews bur. 03-17-1892/age 36 yrs./cause: purperal fever]


GEORGE DREWS

BRIEF ILLNESS CLAIMS LIFE OF YOUNG MAN 
Following a brief illness of three days, death suddenly and with little warning 
claimed the life of George Drews, 20 year old Cooperstown youth, who came to 
this city less than six weeks ago, and who has been employed with the Bahr 
Construction company since. The lad was stricken while at work Friday and removed 
to his home and thence to the hospital where he passed away yesterday morning. 
The attack of illness suffered by the boy was not considered serious and death 
is a hard blow to family and friends.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 from the home of an aunt, 
Mrs. Dominic Schmidt, 946 North Eighth street, and burial will take place at 
Evergreen.
Deceased was born in this city November 6, 1906. He spent most of his years at 
Cooperstown and in this county. Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Annie Drews, 
his father, Henry Drews, and a brother, Harry.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 13, 1927  P. 2
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[cause: meningitis/bur. on Mrs. Fred Rudolph lot]


GLADYS DREWS

Mrs. Roland Drews, 53, of 829 South 24th street, died Sunday following a brief 
illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Wesley Methodist church, 
the Rev. John Walker officiating. Burial will be in evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Drews, nee Gladys Wilmot, was born at Lime Springs, Iowa, in 1895 and in 
1917 was married to Mr. Drews at Baker, Mont. They came to this city a year 
later. Before her marriage she taught school at Griffith, N.D. She was a past 
president of the Germania society, and a member of the Eagles auxiliary, the 
Women’s Relief corps and the Royal Neighbors. 
She is survived by her husband; daughter, Shirley Ann and son Donald, both at 
home; step-mother, Mrs. Harley Warm of Dexter, Minn.; brother, Philip of Cherokee, 
Iowa; two stepbrothers, Glenn of Dexter, Minn., and Elgar of Cherokee. 
The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday and will 
be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Wednesday to lie in state until the hour of 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 14, 1949  P. 2
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[bur. 03-16-1949/age 53 yrs./bur. on Roland Drews lot]


HARRY F. DREWS

Harry F. Drews, 68, of 1203 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning at 
the home of his daughter, Mrs. Alois Dembski of 2407 S. Tenth St., Manitowoc, 
following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Max Hermann officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc, Military graveside rites will be conducted by Otto Oas Post No. 659 
of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. 
Mr. Drews was born May 6, 1893, at Manitowoc, son of the late Henry and Ann 
Drews. The family moved to Cooperstown when he was a boy and he attended school 
in that community. He married Mrs. Emma Krouse April 6, 1929 at Manitowoc and 
the couple made its home in the city. 
He was a veteran of World War I, serving from 1917 to 1919 with Company B, 58th 
Infantry Regiment of the 4th Division and saw service in France where he was 
wounded in action.
After his military service Mr. Drews was employed on a farm and later worked at 
Manitowoc Shipbuilding Co. and also for Bahr Construction Co. He was employed 
by Schwartz Aluminum Foundry Co., from 1938 until 1946. He was then employed at 
Eck Aluminum Foundry until he retired in May 1958. 
Survivors include two sons, (private), a daughter, (private), eight grandchildren 
and three great grandchildren. His wife preceded him in death in 1954. 
Friends may call after 2 pm. Wednesday at the funeral home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 17, 1962  P. 3
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[d. 04-17-1962/age 68 yrs.]


HELEN DREWS

Mrs. Frank Drews, 93, former Manitowoc resident, died Tuesday morning, January 24, 
1989 at St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Thursday 
at Pfeffer Funeral Home. Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate with burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Drews was born January 16, 1896 in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late 
Frank and Anna Hodik Graycarek. She married Frank Drews on September 22, 1945 in 
Manitowoc. He preceded her in death October 16, 1972.
Survivors include nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded 
in death by a sister, Emma. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 12 noon 
Thursday and until the hour of service at 2:00 pm. There will be no Wednesday 
evening visitation.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Jan. 25, 1989 page 8
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[d. at Sheboygan WI/widow of Frank Drews]


HENRY DREWS

Henry Drews, 97, former Manitowoc resident, died Tuesday afternoon 
at a Green Bay hospital following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Mittnacht 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Armin Roekle officiating, and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Drews was born in June, 1856, at Mishicot and worked as a mason in 
Manitowoc County. In 1891 he married the former Anna Mueller who died 
in 1943. The couple lived in the town of Gibson and later moved to 
Manitowoc.
He is survived by a son, Harry F. Drews of Manitowoc and several nieces 
and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, August 5, 1953 P.21
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[d. 08-04-1953/age 97 yrs.]


JACOB GUY DREWS

Jacob Guy Drews is the first Manitowoc County man to die in the country's 
military service since the great war began. He died of pneumonia at Camp Custer, 
Michigan, Tuesday afternoon. His mother had been at his bedside for several days 
but left Sunday upon apparent certainty that her son was on the way to recovery. 
On her return, she was delayed at Chicago by the tie-up of rail traffic caused by 
snow and a telegram was awaiting her at home announcing the soldier's death.
He was the only child of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Drews. His father is superintendent of 
the County Asylum. The young man was born in the Town of Gibson on November 8, 
1894 and was a high school and Normal school graduate. He taught school at Branch 
two years and then attended the College of Agriculture at the University of 
Wisconsin. He was at farm work, preparatory to finishing the agricultural course 
when called into service with the last contingent of selects. He had charge of a 
class in English at the camp.
His remains will be brought here for burial and will arrive this afternoon. The 
funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home under the 
auspices of the Masons.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Jan. 10, 1918
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BODY OF LATE GUY DREWS TO ARRIVE IN CITY TODAY
Funeral Will be Held Tomorrow Afternoon Mayor Orders Flags at Half 
Mast in Honor of Dead Soldier
The body of the late Guy Drews, Manitowoc Soldier boy, who died at 
Camp Custer, will arrive in the city this afternoon and funeral 
services will be held from the home of his parents at the Asylum 
tomorrow afternoon. Mayor Schroeder this afternoon issued a request 
that flags in the city be placed at half mast tomorrow, especially 
during the funeral hour, in honor of the dead and the mayor and 
other city officials will attend the funeral. 
Messages from Camp Custer this morning announced the shipment of 
the body from that place yesterday. It had been expected that the 
body would reach here this morning but it will not arrive until 
four this afternoon. It is understood that the body will reach here 
under escort of a detail of soldiers from Camp Custer, who will 
remain for the burial tomorrow. Mr. Drews was one of the popular 
members of the solider camp and was serving with the 340th regiment. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, January 10, 1918, Page 1
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CAMP OF 340TH REGIMENT MOURNS DEATH OF COMRADE DREWS
Was Most Popular Among His Comrades. Other Items from Custer Sent 
in Special Correspondence
The members of Company A mourn very deeply over the sad death of 
Jacob Guy Drews, one of the most popular members of their command. 
His death from pneumonia, which set in upon recovery from measles 
was felt the more deeply since his was the first to occur in the 
company as well as in the 340th regiment. That his loss is felt by 
every man in the company has shown (illegible)..manner in which 
all donated for the purchase of flowers as a small token to their 
departed comrade and the entire command wishes to extend their 
heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved parents. The company misses the 
cheerful countenance of Sgts. Rahr and (illegible) and P. Vollander 
who have chosen to represent the command at the Officers Training 
camp. The (illegible) were announced in Co. A to take 
(rest is too light to make out).
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, January 11, 1918, Page 5
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LATE GUY DREWS BURIED HERE WITH ALL MILITARY HONORS YESTERDAY LOCAL 
COMMANDS IN ATTENDANCE
All military honors were accorded the late Jacob Guy Drews at the 
funeral which took place from the home of the deceased yesterday 
afternoon, interment being held at Evergreen cemetery. 
The Masons, of which the deceased was a member, had charge of the 
arrangements. In the cortege were the Boy Scouts, Home Guards, the 
semi-military organization of high school students and a large number 
of mourning relatives and friends. The Masonic services were highly 
impressive Rev. Axtell officiating. Taps were sounded at the grave 
by the bugler of the Home Guards and Manitowoc’s first soldier boy 
to answer the call of Death in the present war has been laid to rest.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, January 12, 1918, Page 7
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[Jacob G. Drews/bur. 01-11-1918/cause: emphyemia/bur. on Otto Drews lot]


JANET DREWS

Janet A. Drews, age 71, of 960 S. Rapids Road, Manitowoc, died Monday, 
November 30, 1998, at River's Bend Heath and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.
Janet's wish was to have cremation take place and burial of her cremated remains 
will be at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Janet was born on January 25, 1927, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Arthur and 
Minnie Wetenkamp Daugs. She married Donald A. Drews on September 16, 1950, in 
Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1996. She was a member of Wesley United 
Methodist Church.
Survivors include two sons and one daughter-in-law, Ronald A. and Lynne Drews, New 
Jersey, Dennis L. Drews, Manitowoc; one daughter, Susan Drews, Manitowoc; two 
brothers and one sister-in-law, Lyle Daugs, Manitowoc, Glenn and Shirley Daugs, 
Manitowoc; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Marlene Elliott, Manitowoc, Dorothy 
and Nyle Taddy, Two Rivers; four grandchildren, Abigail, Kevin and Ryan Drews, all 
of New Jersey, Kayla Drews, Manitowoc; two great-grandchildren, Trevor and Taylor, 
New Jersey; one sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Shirley and Joe Genins, San 
Francisco, other relatives and friends also survive. Besides her parents and her 
husband, Donald, she was preceded in death by one sister, Marion Luchsinger; one 
brother-in-law, Walter Luchsinger; one nephew, Larry Elliott.
The Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 1, 1998 P. A2
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[cremation]


JOHN DREWS    (d. 1941)

John Friedrich Drews, 84, resident of Two Rivers for 22?? years and of Manitowoc 
county for half a century, died Wednesday evening. He was taken ill Monday.
Born in Mecklenberg Schwerta, Germany, Sept. 8, 1856, Mr. Drews came to this 
country at the age of 34, in August 1890, and settled in Manitowoc. After a few 
years he moved to Whitelaw where he operated a farm for 26 years.
Twenty-two years ago the family moved to Two Rivers and lived there since. Mr. 
Drews took employment with the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company at Plant 1. 
For the past nine years he was retired.
He was married to Friedericka Conrad in Germany Oct. 31, 1884, and she came to 
this country with him. Two years after their arrival she died. Two sons born to 
the couple died in infancy. On April 29, 1893 he married Miss Marie Teesch, who 
survives with three daughters, Mrs. Ernest Drews of Miles City, Montana, Mrs. 
Herman Gloe and Mrs. Elphie Kuchenbecker, both of Two Rivers; and three grand-
children.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock from the residence 
at Two Rivers and at 2 o’clock at St. John’s Lutheran church. The Rev. W. G. Haase 
will officiate and burial will be at Evergreen cemetery in Manitowoc. The body will 
be removed to the residence Friday afternoon and may be viewed there until the hour 
of the funeral. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 27, 1941  P. 2
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[John Frederich Drews/d. 2-26-1941]


MARIE DREWS

Mrs. Mary Drews, 82, a resident of Two Rivers for the past 27 years, died 
Tuesday at the Municipal hospital, where she had been a patient since 
sustaining injuries in a fall at her home nearly five weeks ago.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the St. Johns Lutheran 
church in Two Rivers with the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Burial will be 
at Evergreen cemetery here.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel funeral home from 7 p.m. 
Thursday evening.
Born Mary Teesch in Germany, Sept. 8, 1863, Mrs. Drews was the daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Teesch. When a child of three years, she came to 
this country with her parents to settle on a farm in Illinois. Later the 
family moved to a farm in the town of Liberty.
She was married 50 years ago to the late John Drews of this city, where they 
made their home until moving to Two Rivers in 1913. Mr. Drews preceded her 
in death five years ago.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Herman Gloe and Mrs. Elphie Kuchenbecker 
of Two Rivers and Mrs. Ernst Drews of Miles City, Mont.; three sisters, Mrs. 
Herm Bartz of Two Rivers, Mrs. August Begike of this city and Miss Ida Teesch 
of Chicago. There are four grandchildren and three great grand children.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 4, 1946 P. 13
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[Mrs. Mary/d. 09-03-1946/age 82 yrs./bur. on John Drews lot]


MARY DREWS    (d. 1927)

FIRST GOLD STAR MOTHER OF CO. PASSES 
Mrs. Otto Drews Stricken Suddenly at Home in City Yesterday
Mrs. Otto Drews, Manitowoc county’s first Gold Star mother of the World War, 
her son Guy Drews being the first of Manitowoc county boys in the war to make 
the sacrifice of life, died suddenly at the family home 918 N. Ninth street 
Tuesday afternoon, death being due to valvular heart trouble. Mrs. Drews was 
62 years of age. 
Funeral services will be held from the home at 8:30 Friday morning to Sacred 
Heart church, Rev. Luby officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen.
Son Died at Custer 
The death of Guy Drews, her only son who passed away at Camp Custer while 
waiting call overseas, was a great blow to Mrs. Drews from which she never 
fully recovered. She had suffered from heart trouble a long time and had 
anticipated sudden call of death. For many years she was matron at the county 
asylum where her husband was superintendent.
Mrs. Drews, nee Mary Pelischek, was born at Cooperstown, December 25, 1865 and 
was married Nov. 23, 1893. She is survived by her husband, three brothers Joseph 
and Frank, of Washington and Nic Pelishek at Cooperstown and by four sisters, 
Mrs. N. F. Dedier and Mrs. H. J. Kinke, both of San Francisco, Mrs. J. J. Elfner, 
this city and Mrs. L. W. Sanborn of Chicago.
Legion Post Named For Son 
The Manitowoc Legion post was named in honor of Mrs. Drews’ son and the Post 
color with the color squad will escort the body at burial. Mr. Drews was a 
member of the Legion auxiliary and the W.R.C. 
Manitowoc Herald News, June 8, 1927  P. 1
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[cause: valvular heart disease/bur. on Otto Drews lot]


MAX J. DREWS

Max J Drews
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907
Name: Max J Drews
Birth Date: 1 Mar 1892
Birth Place: Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Reel: 0118
Record Number: 002891
"Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Max John Herm Drews
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name: Max John Herm Drews
Gender: Male
Race: White
Birth Date: 1 Mar 1892
Birth Place: Man, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Father: John Drews
Mother: Friederick Conrad
FHL Film Number: 1305082
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
John Drews
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name: John Drews
Death Date:	21 Jun 1892
Death Place:	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume: 02
Page Number: 0292
Reel: 082
Image: 1953
Index Volume: 07
Sequence Number:	088061
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
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John Drews
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: John Drews
Color: W
Sex: M
Age: 4 mos.
Father: John Drews
Birthplace: Man.
Death Date: 21 Jun 1892
Death County: Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: convulsions
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
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[John (Max)]  [cause: convulsions]


OSCAR DREWS

Oscar Drews, 63, former county resident, died suddenly of a heart attack 
Saturday aftenoon while driving his car near his home at Colgan, North 
Dakota. 
The body will be brought here for burial. Funeral services will be held at 
2 p.m. Friday at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. Interment will be in 
Evergreen cemetery. 
Mr. Drews was born in Two Rivers and was a member of the first class 
graduated at the county normal school. He taught school in Newton and other 
towns of the county and then moved to North Dakota, where he married Miss 
Mabel Nelson in 1920. He was employed as a mail carrier.
Survivors are his wife; two brothers, Walter and Roland of this city; five 
sisters, Mrs. Arthur de Neveu of Wyocena, Wis., Mr. Arthur Bukosky of Cornell, 
Wis., and Mr. Oscar Kleinbauer, Mrs. Roy Nelson and Mrs. Reuben __denwald of 
this city.
The body will arrive here Thursday and may be viewed after 7 p.m. at the 
funeral home, until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 24, 1947  P.2
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[Oscar August Drews/d. 11-22-1947 at Ambrose Twp., ND/age 63 yrs./
bur. on Nick Erler lot]


OTTO C. DREWS

OTTO C. DREWS DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS 
Was Teacher, Asylum Trustee and Superintendent, and School Board Member
Otto Drews, 69, veteran county teacher, who also served for years as superin-
tendent and trustee of the county asylum and on the Board of Education in this 
city, died early today at his home, 918 North Ninth street. He had been in 
failing health since last April.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. from the First Lutheran 
church. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. The Rev. Ernest Zoerb will 
officiate.
Lifelong Resident 
Mr. Drews was a lifelong resident of the city and county. He was born on a farm 
in the town of Mishicot in 1872 and received a common school education. He 
pursued his studies by correspondence courses and in 1889 took up teaching in 
rural schools. He followed the teaching profession 25 years serving schools in 
Cooperstown, Two Rivers, Rockwood, Newton, Manitowoc Rapid, Gibson and Branch. 
In 1914 he gave up teaching to take the position of superintendent of the county 
asylum. He served until 1926 when he retired. The following year he was elected 
by the county Board to a place on the Board of Trustees of the institution. He 
has been secretary of the board and annually submitted the report of the asylum 
to the supervisors.
Last month Mr. Drews resigned as a trustee, ending 27 years association with the 
institution.
Mr. Drews served two terms on the Board of Education here. He was elected to a 
three year term in 1932 and was re-elected for another term, retiring in 1938.
He first married Miss Mary Pelishek. She died in 1926. In 1932 he married Miss 
Selma Nordquist of this city.
List Survivors 
Mr. Drews is survived by the widow; sister, Mrs. Nic Erler of Mishicot; two 
brothers, former Police Chef August Drews of this city and Henry, of Reedsburg, 
Wis. 
Mr. Drews’ only son, Guy Drews, was the first Manitowoc boy to lose his life in 
the first World war. The Drews post of the American Legion was named after him.
Friends may view the body at the Wattaw, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from 
Tuesday evening at 7 o’clock until it is moved to the church Thursday at 10 a.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 8, 1941  P. 16
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[d. 12-08-1941/age 69 yrs./cause: generalized carcinoma]


ROLAND DREWS

Roland B. Drews, 58, of 829 South 24th street, died at his home this morning 
following a heart attack. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Wesley Methodist 
church, the Rev. John L. Walker officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Mr. Drews was born in Two Rivers in 1891 and lived in Baker, Mont., until 1917 
when he moved to Manitowoc, and was employed at the Manitowoc Ship Building 
company. In 1917, he married Gladys Wilmot, who died in March, 1949.
Survivors are a daughter, Shirley Ann, at home; son, Donald, at home; brother, 
Walter, of route 4, Manitowoc; four sisters, Mrs. Arthur DeNevue of Wyocena, 
Wis., Mr. Oscar Kleinbauer, Mrs. Reuben Madenwald and Mrs. Roy Nelson of 
Manitowoc.
He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Boilermakers, 
Shipfitters and Helpers union, Local No. 443. Friends may call at the Pfeffer 
funeral home from 2 p.m. Tuesday until 10 a.m. Wednesday when the body will 
be moved to the church to lie in state until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 24, 1950  P. 2
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[d. 07-24-1950/age 58 yrs.]


WALTER O. DREWS

Walter O. Drews, 74, of 914 S. 35th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. He had been in ill health a year.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. O.J. Hanson of Calvary Assembly of God Church will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Drews was born Jan. 27, 1888, son of the late Richard and Amy Kahrs Drews, 
in the Town of Gibson. He attended grade school at Cooperstown and at the age 
of 17 enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving eight years. From 1923 to 1950 he was 
farm foreman at Manitowoc County Hospital and since had been employed as a part 
time maintenance man.
He married Clara Chapman Jan. 11, 1917, at Crosby, N.D., and the couple resided 
at Fortuna, N.D., several years before coming to Manitowoc in 1912. He was a 
member of Manitowoc Eagles Aerie 706.
Surviving are his wife, a daughter, Mrs. M. Franklin Marshek of Chula Vista, 
Calif.; four sisters, Mrs. Nora de Neveu, Mrs. Oscar Kleinbauer, Mrs. Luella 
Nelson and Mrs. Ione Madenwald of Manitowoc and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 8, 1962  P.17 
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[d. 08-07-1962/age 74 yrs.]


DOROTHEA GAEFKE DREWSEN

The funeral of Mrs. Drewsen took place on Sunday last.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 1, 1880
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[Mrs. Martha (Darthea)Drewson/bur. 06-27-1880/age 48 yrs/
cause: consumption]
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From Two Rivers 1870 census:
Henry Drewessen age 39 - Engineer in Sawmill; wife Dora Drewessen  age 37 - keeps house
Adolph age 14; Emely age 12; Franklin age 10; Louis age 8; Delia age 3; Anna age 2


HENRY DREWSEN

Henry Drewsen who kept a hotel in this city some years ago, died at 
Wausau last week. His body was brought her for burial.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, July 19, 1888 P. 3
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[age 59 yrs/cause: Dropsy of the heart]


BARBARA DREXLER

Mrs. Harold Drexler, 30, nee Barbara Ann Foreman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Locie 
Foreman, of 3410 Custer St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning at St. Anthony 
Hospital, Denver, Colo. She had been in ill health eight months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Edmund E. Olson officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Drexler was born April 21, 1936, at Manitowoc and attended Lincoln High School, 
graduating with the Class of 1953. She later attended The Cradle at Evanston, Ill., 
where she was graduated as a registered infant nurse. She did case work at Chicago 
and Cleveland and Toledo, Ohio, before she was married to Harold Drexler, July 13, 
1963, at St. Ann Church, Francis Creek.
The couple resided at Manitowoc for a short time after marriage and had since lived 
at Denver. 
Survivors include her husband, her parents, two brothers, (private); a sister 
(private), six nieces and two nephews.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 
11 a.m. when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in 
state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 3, 1967  P. 11
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[d. 03-03-1967 at Denver CO/age 40 yrs./cause: diabetes mellitus/
bur. on Locie L. Foreman lot] 


FREDERICK L. DREXLER

Frederick L. Drexler, age 80, of 1427 N. 16th St., Manitowoc, died on Wednesday 
evening, Aug. 18, 2010, at his residence.
He was born on Jan. 7, 1930, in Manitowoc, son of the late Louis and Susan 
(Steinke) Drexler. Frederick was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, 
class of 1948. He then went on to receive a bachelor's degree in Industrial 
Engineering from the University of Wisconsin Madison, graduating with the 
class of 1953. Frederick was a Veteran of the United States Army and was a 
1st Lieutenant from 1953 to 1955 serving in Korea. On June 25, 1955, he married 
the former Donna Drill in Princeton, Wis. Frederick was employed at Hamilton 
Industries as an Indrustrial Engineer from 1955 until his retirement in 1991.
Survivors include his wife; two sons and a daughter-in-law; one daughter and 
son-in-law; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one brother and 
sister-in-law (private); and his dog: Codi. Nieces, nephews, other retlatives 
and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by a brother: Thomas, 
and a sister and brother-in-law: Helen and Lester Bonk.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Monday, Aug. 23, 2010, at The Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Memorial Service will be the Rev. 
Dan Felton. Cremation has occurred at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, and 
Frederick will be laid to rest at Evergeen Cemetery, Manitowoc, at a later date.
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, from 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 23, 2010, until 2:45.
Frederick enjoyed spending time with his family, friends and his dog, Codi. He 
will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated in Frederick's name to the 
Lakeshore Humane Society.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, is assisting 
the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 21, 2010


LOUIS F. DREXLER

Mr. Louis F. Drexler, 91, of 1901 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc, died late Monday 
evening, April 30, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Private funeral services for the family will be held Thursday at Parkside 
Funeral Home. Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will officiate with burial to follow at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Drexler was born December 7, 1892, at Appleton, son of the late Ignatius 
and Theresa Weiss Drexler. Mr. Drexler was a plant manager for Wisconsin 
Telephone Company in Manitowoc, retiring in 1958. He married the former Susan 
Steinke on February 17, 1917, at New London, Wisconsin. Mr. Drexler was a member 
of Holy Innocent Catholic Church and a member of the Wisconsin Telephone 
Pioneers. 
Survivors include his wife, Susan; a son and a daughter-in-law, Frederick L. 
and Donna Drexler of Manitowoc; a daughter and a son-in-law, Helen and Lester 
Bonk of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Rose Killoran of Appleton; four grandchildren, 
four great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also 
survived. He was preceded in death by a son, Thomas, brothers and sisters and 
grandson, John Thomas Bonk.
There will be no Wednesday morning visitation at the funeral home. Parkside 
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 2, 1984  P. 3
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[husband of Susan Drexler]


SUSAN C. DREXLER

Mrs. Susan C. Drexler, 4, a resident of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, died Wednesday, 
December 20, 1989 at St. Mary Home. Private family services will be Saturday at 
Harrigan Parkside Funeral home, Manitowoc. Rev. Richard Klingeisen will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Drexler was born April 19, 1895 at Dupont, Wisconsin, daughter of the late 
Herman and Lydia Thomas Steinke. She married Louis F. Drexler, February 17, 1917. 
He preceded her in death April 30, 194.
Survivors include two children, Fred (Donna) Drexler and Helen (Lester) Bonk, all 
of Manitowoc; a brother, Donald (Evelyn) Laib of New London, Wisconsin; a sister, 
Dorothy (Victor) Lodl of Two Rivers; four grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; 
other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a son, Tom Drexler, three 
sisters, a brother, a grandson and a great granddaughter.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Dec. 21, 1989 page B8
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[widow of Louis Drexler]


THOMAS DREXLER

Thomas Drexler, 3-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Drexler, 685 Richmond st., 
died Wednesday evening at his home. He is survived by his parents and one 
sister, Helen.
Appleton Post Crescent, December 13, 1923  P.18 
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[d. 12-12-1923 at Appleton, WI/age 3 yrs./reburial on
Louis Drexler lot-06-17-1953]


HELENA DREYER

Helene Johanna Rosa Dreyer
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name: Helene Johanna Rosa Dreyer
Gender: Female
Birth Date: 1 Jul 1875
Birth Place: Manitowoc City, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Father: August Dreyer
Mother: Friedericke Hintz
FHL Film Number: 1305082
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
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Heskia Johanna Rose Dreyer
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Records, 1812-1921
Name: Heskia Johanna Rose Dreyer
Color: White
Sex: Female
Father: August Dreyer
Mother: Friedericka Hintz
Birth Date: 1 Jul 1875
Birth County: Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Records, 1812-1921"
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Name: Dreyer, Helena
D.: 8/9/1876
B.:
Reg. D.: 12/27/1876
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 1 Yr. 1 Mo. 8 Da.
B.P.:
D.P.:
Cem.:
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. F. Pieper
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: 212
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[Burial register has buried the chield of AUGUST DREIER, frie, $1.25]


EVELYN DRIDA

Drida Funeral Services To Be Held On Saturday
Funeral services for Mrs. Edward Drida, 30, who died at Rochester, Minn.,
Wednesday night will be held here Saturday. Following brief services at 8:30
a.m. from the Shimek & Schwartz funeral home there will be a service at 9
o'clock at the Sacred Heart church. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home this evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 3, 1936 p.2
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[bur. 7-4-1936/age 29 yrs/died at Rochester, MN/cause: non tropical sprue/
bur. on Edward A. Drida lot]
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Miss Evelyn O'Connor And Edward A. Drida Pledge Marriage Vows
An impressive ceremony was performed this morning at the St. Boniface church at 
nine o'clock when Miss Evelyn O'Connor, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William O'Connor 
of Oconto and Edward A. Drida, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Drida, North Fifth 
street were united in marriage. Father Kersten read the ceremony in the presence 
of many relatives and friends.
Miss Celo Trost was the maid of honor and Joseph Buscher acted as the best man. 
A wedding dinner at the home of the groom's parents for relatives and friends was 
served following the ceremony.
Mr. and Mrs. Drida left on a honeymoon trip after the dinner and upon returning 
will make their home in the city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, November 24, 1930 P. 14


JAMES L. DRIDA

James Drida, 59, of 823 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Sunday 
at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Donald Stannard will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Drida was born Oct. 9, 1911, at Antigo, son of the late Joseph and Lena 
Hennig Drida. He came to Manitowoc as a young man and had been employed as a 
baker at Dick Bros. Bakery in Manitowoc. He married Jessie Haese May 27, 1939 
at Manitowoc. Mr. Drida was a member of the Bakers Local No. 180, the Bakers 
Confectioners Union and the Eagles Aerie No. 706.
Survivors include his wife, two daughters (Survivors omitted for privacy.), 
six brothers, Edward of Coleman, Lawrence, Joseph, George and Clarence of 
Manitowoc and Stanley of Milwaukee, three sisters, Mrs. Isadore Duveneck and 
Mrs. Louis Rugowski of Manitowoc and Mrs. Lester Anderla of Mishicot and two 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home (State Street entrance) from 4 to 9 p.m. 
Wednesday until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. July 6, 1971
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[d. 07-04-1971/age 59 yrs./husband of Jessie Drida]


JOSEPH DRIDA

Joseph Drida of 1013 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, former musician and dance orchestra 
leader for many years, died Thursday afternoon at Manitowoc County Hospital after 
an illness of three years’ duration. He was 83. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Mittnacht Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Theophil Uetzmann will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Drida was born in Bohemia on Oct, 4, 1873(sic), and came to the United States 
at 14. He settled at St. Louis, Mo., and came to Manitowoc in 1923. He became a 
musician at an early age and for many years played with dance orchestras and for 
a number of years conducted his own orchestra. Mr. Drida was a pit orchestra 
performer for the Winninger Brothers Shows for a period of five years. He retired 
from active musical engagements in 1948.
In 1901 he married the former Lena Hennig of Wausau. She survives him along with 
four daughters, Mrs. James Ourada of Luxemburg, Wis., Mrs. Isadore Duveneck, Mrs. 
Louis Rugowski and Miss Roth Drida of Manitowoc; seven sons, Edward of Coleman, 
James, Lawrence, Joseph Jr., George and Clarence of Manitowoc and Stanley of 
Milwaukee; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 o’clock this Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 30, 1956   P. 15 
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[d. 03-29-1956/age 83 yrs./cause: arteriosclerosis]


LENA DRIDA

Mrs. Joseph Drida, 83, of 1618 Cherry Rd,. Manitowoc, died Sunday morning at 
home.
Funeral services will beat 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. T. F. Uetzmann will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery. 
The former Lena Hennig was born Aug. 6, 1882, at Massilon, Ohio, daughter of 
the late Richard and Anna Hesse Hennig. She came as a child with her parents 
to Athen, Wis., and was married in 1901 to Joseph Drida. The couple resided 
at Wausau and Athens before coming to Manitowoc in 1923. Her husband died in 
1956.
She is survived by seven sons, Edward of Coleman, Wis., James, Lawrence, Joseph, 
George and Clarence of Manitowoc and Stanley of Milwaukee; four daughters, Mrs. 
James Ourada of Luxemburg and Mrs. Isadore Duvenck, Mrs. Louis Rugowski and Miss 
Ruth Drida of Manitowoc; two brothers, Alfred of Athens and William of Stratford; 
a sister, Mrs. Richard Richmond of Two Rivers; 11 grandchildren and 15 great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at MIttnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 11 a.m. Tuesday 
when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state 
until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 2, 1966  P. 14
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[Lena Ann Drida/d. 5-1-1966/age 83 yrs/widow of Joseph Drida]


RONALD E. DRIDA

Ronald E. Drida, age 79, a resident of St. Mary's at Felician Village, 
Manitowoc, died on Monday evening, Jan. 31, 2011, at St. Mary's.
He was born on Dec. 2, 1931, in Manitowoc, son of the late Edward and Evelyn 
(O'Connor) Drida. Ronald was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, 
class of 1951. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during 
the Korean War. Ronald was employed at Lakeside Packing, Manitowoc.
Survivors include three daughters and special friend(s); a son; mother of 
his children; five grandchilddren; and three great-grandchildren (private). 
Nieces, nephews, other relatives and a special friend (private), also survive. 
He was also preceded in death by a daughter: Sharon R. Drida; a grandson: 
Philip Hodas: and two stepmothers: Florence Drida and Mae Drida.
Private family funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 3, 
2011, at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will 
be Deacon Paul Kieffer with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses at St. 
Mary's at Felician Village for their care given to Ronald during his stay.
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 2, 2011


BEVERLY JEAN DRIEMEYER

Beverly Jean Driemeyer
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Beverly Jean Driemeyer
Death Date	3 Aug 1943
Death County	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


ALOIS A. DRILL    (d. 1978)

Alois A. Drill, 66, of 1310 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Monday in Veterans 
Hospital, Tomah. Private funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday in Pfeffer 
Funeral home, Manitowoc. Deacon William Klein will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Drill was born January 24, 1912 in Manitowoc, son of the late Frank and 
Teckla Mrotek Drill. He was a Manitowoc resident all his life and married Mrs. 
Margaret Roach Kritsch October 1, 1949. Prior to his retirement due to illness 
in 1970, he had been employed as a machinist with Fred Radant and Sons for 25 
years. He was a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 706 of Manitowoc and 
was a veteran of World War II. He entered the service August 17, 1943 and served 
in the European Theater of Operations as a Tech-4 with Battery C of the 989th 
Field Artillery and was discharged February 22, 1946.
Survivors include his wife; a son, Dennis with the U.S. Navy Submarine Division, 
stationed in San Diego, Calif.; a daughter, Debra of Manitowoc; a step-son, 
Patrick of Manitowoc; two step-daughters, Mrs. Walter (Janet) Panosh of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Frank (Margaret) Roe of Carbondale, Colo.; a sister, Mrs. William Pickop 
of Manitowoc. There will be no visitation Wednesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, April 18, 1978 page 3
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[d. Tomah, WI/bur. on Mrs. Margaret Kretsch lot/cremated]


ALOIS R. DRILL    (d. 1990)

Alois R. Drill, 86, formerly of 1716 Clark St., Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon, 
August 17, 1990 at Manitowoc Health Care Center. Funeral services will be 9:30 am 
Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 am at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
Presiding the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M., with 
burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born June 3, 1904 in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, son of the late Michael and 
Michaelina Bialek Drill. He married the former Leone Olm in 1936 in LaPorte, Ind. 
She preceded him in death on December 25, 1963. He then married the former Florence 
LeMay Olson in 1968. She preceded him in death June 25, 1982. He was employed with 
Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company for 47 years, retiring in 1969. He was a member of 
Manitowoc Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 706. He also served on the Manitowoc Common 
Council.
Survivors include a daughter, Barbara Schaefer of New York, N.Y., a son, Thomas Drill 
of Manitowoc; a sister, Jennie Wilfer of Manitowoc; three grandchildren, Ryan, Erik 
and Katherine Schaefer. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Walter, Frank and 
John and a sister, Estelle.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 6 pm to 9 pm this Sunday. The 
family asks that memorials be made to the Roncalli High School, Manitowoc Lutheran 
High School and Capital Civic Centre.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Aug. 19, 1990 page B13
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[widower of Leone Drill]


LEONE L. OLM DRILL

Mrs. Alois R. Drill, 61, of 1716 Clark St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening 
at Holy Family hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Leone L. Olm was born Aug. 7, 1902, in the Town of Eaton, Collins, 
daughter of the late Herman and Laura Wirth Olm. She was married to Alois Drill 
Nov. 20, 1935 at LaPorte, Ind., and the couple located at Manitowoc following 
marriage.
Surviving are her husband; a son, Thomas of Manitowoc; a daughter, Barbara, 
student at University of Wisconsin, Madison; three brothers, Oscar Olm of 
Plymouth, Herman Olm of Brillion and Jonathon Olm of Reedsville; and four 
sisters, Mrs. Henry Draheim of Collins, Mrs. Emil Waak of Manitowoc, Mrs. 
Otto Pautz of Plymouth and Mr. C. C. Brick of Brillion. Three sisters and 
two brothers preceded her in death.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and until 10:30 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be moved to 
the church where the body will lie in state until the hour of service.
Two Rivers Reporter, December 26, 1963  P. T-7 
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[wife of Alois R. Drill]


MARGARET K. DRILL

Margaret K. Drill, age 94, of 1310 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died on 
Friday, Oct. 26, 2007, at her residence, surrounded by her family. 
The former Margaret Roach was born on Aug. 9, 1913, in Chicago, Ill., 
daughter of the late William and Anna (Donahue) Roach. She grew up 
in the Osman area, and attended Lincoln High School in Manitowoc. 
Margaret was married to Albert Kretsch. He preceded her in death in 
1946. On Oct. 1, 1949, Margaret was married to Alois Drill in Dubuque, 
Iowa, and he preceded her in death on April 16, 1978. Margaret ran a 
boarding house in Manitowoc for many years. 
Survivors include her four children: Patrick (Elizabeth) Kretsch of 
Manitowoc; Dennis Drill of Two Rivers; Margaret (Frank) Roe of Kingman, 
Ariz.; and Debrah (Brian) Lorge of Manitowoc; 11 grandchildren: Julie 
(Michael) Nickels; Casey Drill, Zackeri Drill, David Drill; Lori 
(Michael) Steele; Cindy Roe; Kathryn Lorge and Patrick Lorge; Walter 
(Cindy) Panosh, Larry (Jeanne) Panosh and Myles Panosh; 12 great-
grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren also survive. She was 
preceded in death by her parents, two husbands, one daughter: Janet 
Panosh; one son-in-law: Walter Panosh Sr.; one grandchild, one great-
grandchild, one half brother, one half sister, two stepsisters and 
one stepbrother. 
A private family gathering will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2007, at 
the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc. Burial will 
follow at Evergreen Cemetery. 
In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation to your favorite charity in 
memory of Margaret Drill would be appreciated. 
The family of Margaret Drill would like to thank Hospice Advantage and 
(private) for the incredible care and friendship they shared with Marge 
and our entire family. 
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 31, 2007 


GEORGE DROLETTE

FOURTEEN YEARS WITHOUT INJURY
Employe of Burger Yards Meets With First Accident In Fall From Scaffold
In a fall of ten feet from a scaffold at the Burger & Burger shipyards, where 
he is employed, George Drolet this morning sustained severe and painful 
injuries although no serious result is anticipated. Drolet was employed in 
calking a steamer and lost his balance being precipitated to the ground 
with considerable force. Dr. Jacobs attended the injuries and the victim 
will be able to be out in the course of a week. He has been employed at the 
shipyard fourteen years and this is his first injury in that time.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wis., Monday, December 9, 1901 pg. 1
*****
George Drolet
Census • 1910 United States Federal Census
Name	George Drolet
Age in 1910	66
Birth Date	1844
[1844]
Birthplace	Canada
[Canada French]
Home in 1910	Manitowoc Ward 2, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Street	Commercial Street
House Number	602
Race	White
Gender	Male
Immigration Year	1874
Relation to Head of House	Head
Marital Status	Widowed
Father's Birthplace	Canada
[Canada French]
Mother's Birthplace	Canada
[Canada French]
Native Tongue	English
Occupation	Ship Carpenter
Industry	Ship Yard
Employer, Employee or Other	Wage Earner
Home Owned or Rented	Rent
Farm or House	House
Naturalization Status	Naturalized
Able to read	Yes
Able to Write	Yes
Out of Work	N
Number of Weeks Out of Work	0
Neighbors	View others on page
Household Members (Name)	Age	Relationship
George Drolet 66 Head
Charles Kollorth 42 Boarder
"1910 United States Federal Census"
*****
George Drolette
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	George Drolette
Death Date	19 Aug 1918
Death County	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


AUGUST T. DROM

August T. Drom, 91, of 835 N. 15th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday evening, Nov. 
17, at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at First Lutheran Church, Chapel, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. George Knudson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Drom was born Nov. 3, 1893, at Chicago, Ill., son of the late Jacob E. Drom 
and Mary Pullen Drom. In 1901 the family moved to a farm in Kenosha County, Wis. 
Mr. Drom was a graduate of Wilmet High School in Wilmet, Ill. In 1911, he enlisted 
in United States Army Company B Engineers and was later transferred to Company B 
108 Engineers 32nd Division, in April of 1917. Mr. Drom entered the United States 
Railway Mail Service in 1928, serving most of the time of employment at New Lisbon, 
Wis., and retiring in June of 1959. He married Mattie Hansen June 18, 1923, at 
Manitowoc. The couple came to Manitowoc where they owned and operated the Silver 
Creek Orchard for a number of years.
Mr. Drom was a member and twice served as Worshipful Master of the Masonic Lodge 
103 at New Lisbon, Wis., First Lutheran Church of Manitowoc and Veterans of World 
War I Barracks 2565 of Manitowoc, Manitowoc County Chapter 710 of National 
Association of Retired Federal Employees. 
Survivors include his wife, Mattie; a son and daughter-in-law, Arlyn and Shirley 
Drom of Dallas, Texas; four sisters, Miss Edna Drom, Mrs. Mary Ellis, Claire and 
Floyd Horton of Antioch, Ill., and Miss Beulah Drom of Urbana, Ill.; four grand-
daughters and four great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, Helen 
Drom Probl and two brothers, Nelson and Jacob Drom.
Friend may call at First Lutheran Church Chapel, 10 a.m. Wednesday morning until 
the time of services. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation at the funeral 
home. Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of funeral arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, November 19, 1984  P. 3
********
[husband of Mattie Drom/bur. on Harry Heagle lot]


MATTIE DROM

Mattie M. Drom, 92, of 835 N. 15th Street, Manitowoc, died Sunday morning, 
September 23, 1990 at the Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 1 pm Friday, September 28 at First Lutheran Church Chapel. Officiating 
the service will be the Rev. Richard Lind with burial to follow in the Evergreen 
Cemetery.
She was born December 31, 1897 in Shawano County, Wisconsin, daughter of the late 
H. Peter and Anna Bredesen Hansen. She married August T. Drom on June 18, 1923 
in Manitowoc and he preceded her in death on November 17, 1984.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Arlyn and Shirley Drom of Parker, 
Texas, a niece, Dorothy Loritz of Manitowoc; a nephew, Vernon and Thelma Heagle 
of Manitowoc; five granddaughters, Deborah Gant of Dallas, Texas, Constance and 
Harvey McMillan of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Patricia Drom of Garland, Texas, Carolyn 
and Grant Dornan of Bakersfield, Californa, Katie Drom of San Antonio, Texas; five 
great grandchildren, Christopher and Hillary Gant, Jessica and Daniel McMillian, 
Zachary Dorman. she is also survived by three sisters-in-law, Clare and Floyd Horton 
of Antioch, Illinois, Mary Ellis of Antioch, Illinois, Beulah Drom of Urbana, 
Illinois; oither  nieces, nephews, relatives and friends survive. She was preceded 
in death by one sister, Christine Heagle.
Friends may call at the First Lutheran Church Chapel, 11 am Friday until the time 
of service. Pfeffer Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Sept. 25, 1990  page B6
**********
[widow of August Drom/bur. on Harry Heagle lot]


JOHN DROSSART

John Drossart, 64, formerly of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday at 
Manitowoc county Hospital. 
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Patrick Bernardi officiating. Burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
He was born March, 23, 1898, at Champion, Wis., son of the late Cornelius and 
Julia Debek Drossart. He lived for a time at Two Rivers and moved to Manitowoc 
in 1957.
Among survivors are two sons, Floyd, of Manitowoc and Hilary of Two Rivers; 
a sister, Mrs. William Mornson of Menominee, Mich., and four grandchildren.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 19, 1962  P. 14
******
[d. 11-18-1962/age 64 yrs.]


ALLEN J. DRUM

Allen J. Drum, 65, of 909 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, a real estate broker here, 
died unexpectedly Saturday morning at his home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Gervase Zanotti officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Drum was born Nov. 27, 1897, at Manitowoc, son of the late Charles and 
Katherine Schnell Drum and attended Manitowoc schools here. He married Anita 
Schuester April 17, 1926, at Manitowoc.
Mr. Drum, a real estate broker, was a member of Manitowoc Lodge No. 65, F. & 
A.M. and United Commercial Travelers.
Survivors include his wife and a son, Ronald, of Coloma, Mich. Two brothers, 
Charles and Elmer, preceded him in death.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Monday at the funeral home where Masonic Memorial 
services will be at 7:30 p.m. 
Two Rivers Reporter, July 6, 1963  P. M-9 
********
[d. 07-06-1963/age 65 yrs.]
********
Miss Anita, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Schuster, 402 North Eleventh Street 
and Mr. Allan Drumm(sic), son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Drumm, were married 
Saturday morning at the Presbyterian Church, the Rev. M.S. Weber officiating. 
Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Drumm were the attendants to the couple who, after the 
ceremony, left for Chicago on a wedding trip. They will make their home on North 
Sixteenth Street.
The bride has been employed at the offices of the Shipbuilding Corporation and 
has a large circle of friends. Mr. Drumm is associated with the Buick sales force 
at the Hamachek-Bleser company.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 22, 1926 


ANITA DRUM

Mrs. Anita Drum, 88, formerly of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Friday morning, 
November 25, 1988, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Private graveside 
services will be held Monday with Rev. William Plank.
Mrs. Drum was born April 24, 1900, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and 
Mary Matejowitz Schusler. She attended schools the Manitowoc area. She married 
Allen J. Drum on April 17, 1926, at Manitowoc, here they have resided since. He 
preceded her in death in 1963 and was a prominent realtor. Mrs. Drum was one of 
the oldest members of First Presbyterian Church and was a member of the Ruth 
Circle. She was past president and a charter member of the United Commercial 
Travelers Auxiliary.
Survivors include a son, Ronald of Manitowoc; niece and nephews. She was preceded 
in death by one brothers and one sister.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.
Herald Times Reporter, November 25, 1988 P. 2
******
[widow of Allen J. Drum]
******
Miss Anita, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Schuster, 402 North Eleventh Street 
and Mr. Allan Drumm(sic), son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Drumm, were married 
Saturday morning at the Presbyterian Church, the Rev. M.S. Weber officiating. 
Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Drumm were the attendants to the couple who, after the 
ceremony, left for Chicago on a wedding trip. They will make their home on North 
Sixteenth Street.
The bride has been employed at the offices of the Shipbuilding Corporation and 
has a large circle of friends. Mr. Drumm is associated with the Buick sales force 
at the Hamachek-Bleser company.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 22, 1926 


FRIEDRICH DRUM

Death yesterday in Town Manitowoc of Fred Drumm of gastric trouble. He was
63 yrs. 3 mos. 1 day of age and will be buried Fri. afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 13 July 1893
********
[Friedrich DRUMM/cause: infl. of the bowels]


GEORGE DRUM

From the Files of the Pilot - Fifty Years Ago - (1869)
On Monday last, a deaf and dumb boy, named George Drumm, about ten years old 
and whose parents reside on the South side went into the woods and fell a tree. 
Having chopped through the tree, it fell in a direction contrary to that which 
the boy thought it would and struck him as it came to the ground, breaking one 
of his arms and also laying open his skull. He lived but a short time after the 
accident.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 19, 1919
*********
Name: Drumm, George
D.: 6/14/1869
B.: 11/9/1860
Reg. D.: 7/7/1869
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 8 Yrs. 7 Mo. 5 Da.
B.P.: Mtwc. Co.
D.P.: Mtwc.
Cem.: Evergreen
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: M. H. Quehl-Mtwc.
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #:
*************
(Georg/son of Friedrich Drumm and Mina born Greiner/b. 9 Nov. 1860/
 d. 14 June 1869/from records of First German Evangelical church, Manitowoc)


JACOBINA DRUM

Mrs. Fred Drumm(sic), an old resident of our city in which she 
has resided since 1854, died Fri. in the residence of her son, 
C.A. Drumm, at age 78. The deceased, whose husband died 12 yrs. 
ago, leaves 6 children. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon from 
the Lutheran Church.
Der Nord Westen, 24 Aug. 1905
*********
Mrs. Fred Drumm (sic), a pioneer resident of the city, aged seventy-eight, passed 
away at the home of her son, C.A. Drumm, last Friday morning, after an illness of 
a month’s duration. The decedent came to the city in 1854 and had resided here 
since. Her husband preceded her by twelve years in the passage to the Great Beyond. 
She leaves six children to mourn her loss. They are Charles, Fred, William, Mrs. J. 
Jirikowic, Mrs. Anna Bausch, all of this city, and Mrs. Rika Drumm, Wausau. The 
funeral was held Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Pilot, August 24, 1905
*********
Jacobina Treiner Drumn (sic)
birth: 23 January 1827 Germany 
death: 18 August 1905 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin 
residence: 1905 Manitowoc 
father: M. Triene 
spouse: Fred Drumn
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*********
[Jacobina DRUMM/cause: old age]


MERYL LOIS DRUM

Meryl Lois Dumms
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Meryl Lois Dumms
Death Date	23 Sep 1926
Death County	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


RONALD W. DRUM

Ronald W. Drum, age 64, of 1102 New York Ave, Manitowoc, died Monday, September 9, 
1996, at Shady Lane Nursing Home.
A Masonic Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 11, 1996, 
at the Jens Funeral Home. Officiating at the service will be Kenneth Beck with 
burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born March 4, 1932, in Manitowoc, Wis., son of the late Allen and Anita 
Schuster Drum. He attended schools in the Manitowoc Public School System and 
graduated with the class of 1950 from Lincoln High School. He then attended Beloit 
college receiving a BA degree in 1954 and later a MA degree from Western Michigan 
University, Kalamazoo, Mich., in 1958, and continued with advance studies at Michigan 
State University, East Lansing, Mich. He was a teacher and administrator with the 
Coloma, Mich., Community School System for 30 years retiring in 1988. Following 
retirement from active teaching he served as a educational consultant. In 1990, he 
was granted a commission as a Kentucky Colonel by the Governor of the Commonwealth 
of Kentucky for outstanding achievement in the field of education. He was a member 
of the Coloma, Mich., Masonic Lodge #162, the Scottish Rite-Valley of Grand Rapids, 
Mich., a life member of the Saladin Temple, Grand Rapids, Mich., First Presbyterian 
Church, Manitowoc, National Education Association, the Michigan Educational Association, 
Manitowoc County Historical Society, Manitowoc Maritime Museum, the AARP, TPA, and the 
Manitowoc Public Library, where he served as a trustee.
Survivors include cousins and two special friends, Lorie St. Cyr, Manitowoc, Ron Curtis, 
Michigan.
Friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home from 10 a.m. Wednesday until the time of 
services.
Memorials may be made to the Manitowoc Public Library.
The Jens Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Goodbye dear friend, for the time has come for you to leave this earth, to start your 
journey to a better place. A place with no suffering, pain or sadness. You have earned 
your place in Heaven. Until we meet again, farewell my friend.
Herald Times Reporter, September 10, 1996 P. A2


ANTON DRUMM

Anton Drumm
Census • 1880 United States Federal Census
Name	Anton Drumm
Age	15
Birth Date	Abt 1865
Birthplace	Wisconsin
Home in 1880	Maple Grove, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Dwelling Number	65
Race	White
Gender	Male
Relation to Head of House	Son
Marital Status	Single
Father's Name	Fridrick Drumm
Father's Birthplace	Bavaria
Mother's Name	Anna Drumm
Mother's Birthplace	Bohemia
Occupation	Domestic Servant
Attended School	Yes
Neighbors	View others on page
Household Members (Name)	Age	Relationship
Fridrick Drumm 54	Self (Head) 
Anna Drumm 40	Wife 
Anna Drumm 20	Daughter 
Ambrosins Drumm 17	Son 
Anton Drumm	15	Son 
Frank Drumm 13	Son 
Mary Drumm 8	Daughter 
Louise Drumm 1	Daughter
"1880 United States Federal Census"
*****
Anton Drumm
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Anton Drumm
Death Date	10 Dec 1929
Death County	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[bur. 11 Dec. 1929/age 64 yrs./cause: cancer of the face] 


BABY DRUMM (d. 1903)

Drumm
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Drumm
Color: White
Sex: Male
Father: Wm Drumm
Mother: Bertha Drumm
Birth Date: 18 Dec 1903
Death Date: 18 Dec 1903
Death County: Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: Still Born cause unknown
Burial place: Evergreen Cemetery
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


BABY DRUMM (d. 1904)

Drumm
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Records, 1812-1921
Name: Drumm
Color: White
Sex: Male
Names of other issue living: Bessie, Linda, Henry, Lena
Father: Fred Drumm
Occupation: Beer peddler
Mother: Lena Wilhelmy
Birth Date: 12 Jun 1904  5 p.m. Sun
Birth County: Momtanos, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Records, 1812-1921"
*****
Drumm
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Drumm
Color/Sex: White Male
Age: 0 days
Father: Fred Drumm
Mother: Lena Drumm
Birth Date: 12 Jun 1904
Death Date: 12 Jun 1904
Death County: Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: Stilborn
Burial place: Evergreen Cem
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


BABY DRUMM (d. 1907)

Baby Girl Drumm
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Records, 1812-1921
Name	Baby Girl Drumm
Color/Sex: W  F
Names of other issue living: Bessie, Linda, Henry, Lena
Father: Fred Drumm
Occupation: Malster
Mother: Lena Wilhelme
Birth Date: 15 Mar 1907
Birth County: Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Mother Residence County: Town of Manitoivoe
"Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Records, 1812-1921"
*****
Drumm
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Drumm
Color/Sex: W - F
Race: Ger
Age: Still born
Father: Fred Drumm
Mother: Lena Wilhelme
Birth Date: 15 Mar 1907
Death Date: 15 Mar 1907
Death County: Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: Suffocation; died during hard labor
Burial place: Evergreen
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


BABY DRUMM (d. 1933)

Drumm
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Drumm
Death Date	15 Aug 1933
Death County	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[bur 08-16-1933/stillborn/bur. on Mabel Drumm lot] 


BERTHA DRUMM    (d. 1948)

Mrs. Bertha Drumm, 80, of 1410 South 10th street, died Sunday morning at her 
home following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Pfeffer funeral 
home and at 9 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic church, the Rev. Alfred Pritzl 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Drumm, nee Rohrer, was born in Manitowoc in 1867 and was married 55 years 
ago to William Drumm. He died 19 years ago.
Survivor are four daughters, Mrs. Melvin C. Meisner of Milwaukee, Mrs. Eugene 
Conklan of Manitowoc, Mrs. C. W. Sheets of Cutler, Ind., and Mrs. H. L. Rux of 
Winnetka, Ill.; son, William of Manitowoc, two brothers, John and Sylvester 
Rohrer of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Anna Zirnette and Mrs. Albert Salverson 
of Milwaukee and Mrs. Flora Cross of Santa Cruz, Calif.; three grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday and the rosary 
will be recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 19, 1948  P. 2
*******
[d. 07-18-1948/age 80 yrs./bur. on William Drumm lot]


BERTHA DRUMM    (d. 1953)

Mrs. Bertha Drumm, 82, who has been residing with her son, Robert, of 1208 
South 14th St., Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon at the Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. A. C. Fischer will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Bertha Unger at Branch in 1871 and in 1890 was married to Charles 
Drumm. They located in Kaukauna for three years and then returned to Manitowoc. 
Mr. Drumm died 46 years ago.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Howard Goodhew, of Manitowoc; son, Robert, of 
Manitowoc; three grandchildren, Howard, Wallace and Carol Goodhew of South Bend, 
Ind.; and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 29, 1953  P. 15
*******
[d. 08-28-1953/age 82 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Charles Drum(sic) lot]


CAROLINA DRUMM  (d. 1917)

DEATH OF MRS. F. DRUMM AFTER LONG ILLNESS
Passes Away at Family Home, So. Tenth Street Early Today
Death came as a messenger of relief to Mrs. Fred Drumm at her home 
1325 South Tenth street early today ending an illness of many months. 
Mrs. Drumm was a native of this city, born April 23, 1866 and had 
always made her home here. She is survived by her husband and four 
children, Mrs. Bernard Mahnke, Linda and Lena and Henry Drumm, all 
of this city. The funeral will be held from the home Sunday afternoon 
at 1:30, Rev. Machmiller officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, April 26, 1917, Page 8
*********
Mrs. Frederick Drumm died at her home on South 10th street at 3 
o'clock this morning after a long illness. Her death was due to 
cancer of the stomach. She was 51 years of age and was born and 
reared in this city. Her maiden name was Lena Wilhelmy. She is 
survived by her husband, and four children, Mrs. Bernard Mahnke, 
Henry and Misses Linda and Lena Drumm, all of this city.
The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the 
home. Rev. Machmueller will officiate. Interment in Evergreen 
cemetery.
The Manitowoc Pilot, Tuesday, April 26, 1917 Page 1
*********
[bur. 04-29-1917/cause: cancer of stomach/bur. on Fred Drumm lot]


CAROLINE K. DRUMM    (d. 1977)

Mrs. Hugo Drumm, 91, formerly of Manitowoc, died Sunday in West Covina, Calif. 
Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Richard Lind, pastor of First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Drumm, nee Caroline Sladkey, was born April 20, 1886 in Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Joseph and Anna Hejda Sladkey. She was married to Hugo Drumm Dec. 6, 
1920. They resided in Manitowoc until 1960 when they moved to California.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Hugo and Diana Drumm of Santa Ana, 
Calif.; a daughter and son-in-law, Caroline and Frank Clement of Whittier, Calif.; 
a stepson, Harry Drumm of Milwaukee; two brothers, Edwin and Jerome Sladkey of 
Chicago and two grandchildren. Her husband and a brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Jens Funeral Home from noon Wednesday until the time of 
service.
Herald Times Reporter, November 29, 1977  P. 3
********
[d. at West Covina CA/widow of Hugo H. Drumm/bur. on Joseph F. Sladkey lot]


CATH. DRUMM    (d. 1948)

Mrs. Charles A. Drumm, 78, of 2213 South 14th street, lifelong resident of city 
and county, died suddenly of a heart attack at the home Sunday. 
Born Catherine Schnell in Liberty in 1869 she was married to Mr. Drumm in 1895. 
The latter served more than 22 years on the county board and was also a member 
of the county highway committee for several years. Mr. and Mrs. Drumm observed 
their golden wedding in 1945.
Survivors are the husband, three sons, Charles O., Allan J. and Elmer E., all 
of this city; sister, Mrs. Mary Morris of Milwaukee; five grandchildren and a 
great grandchild. 
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Pfeffer funeral home 
and at 9 o’clock at St. Andrew Catholic church, the Rev. Henry Letz officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home where members of the St. Theresa 
society will recite the rosary at 7 o’clock tonight.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 1, 1948  P. 2
*******
[Catherine Drumm/d. 02-29-1948/age 78 yrs/bur. on Charles Drumm lot]


CHARLES DRUMM    (d. 1907)

Death Wednesday in Holy Family Hospital of 60-year old Charles Drumm, 
a well-known resident of our city. The gentleman, who has lived here 
in Manitowoc almost his entire life, died from diabetes. The funeral 
will be Saturday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 05 Sep. 1907
********
Chas. Drumm, an old resident of this city, died at the Holy Family Hospital 
Tuesday night. He was a car repairer for the Northwestern road for several 
years. A wife and two children survive him. The funeral will take place 
Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the residence on south fourteenth street, 
interment at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, September 5, 1907
********
DEATH TAKES CHAS DRUMM
C. & N.W. Employe Dies at Hospital After Short Illness
Charles Drumm, a car repairer for the C. & N.W. at the Calumet yards, died at 
the hospital early this morning, aged 45 years. Mr. Drumm had been a sufferer 
from diabetes for some time and was removed to the hospital a week ago, but 
his condition failed to improve. Deceased had resided here a greater part of 
his life and is survived by a widow and two children, one son and a daughter. 
The family home is on So. Fourteenth Street and the body was removed there and 
the funeral will be held from the house.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., Sept. 4, 1907
********
[bur. 09-05-1907/cause: diabetes]


CHAS. A. DRUMM    (d. 1954)

Charles Drumm, ex-County Board Member, Is Dead
Cunty Board until his retirement and a former chairman of the County Highway 
Committee died early Saturday at Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. 
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home. Dr. Ch. H. Phipps of the First Presbyterian Church will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Native of Manitowoc.
He was born in the town of Manitowoc, south of the city, in 1963 and in 1895 
married Miss Katherine Schell. Early in life he interested himself in town 
government, while engaged in farming and teaming. He served as town treasurer 
nine years, as assessor four years and was a member of the city-town school 
board for six years. 
He was elected town chairman and served on the County Board for 22 years, first 
representing the town, and then the Third ward, Manitowoc, after part of the 
town was annexed to the city.
Headed Highway Committee 
In his long span of service on the county Board Mr. Drumm served 15 years as a 
member of the important Highway Committee several years as its chairman. He was 
also on the County Fair Committee for three years. He was on the Highway Committee 
when the county voted at $1,000,000 bond issue for the first comprehensive hard 
surfacing program in the county. He retired in 1939. He was also a justice of the 
peace for many years.
In late years he had lived in retirement. His wife died in 1948.
Survivors are two sons, Elmer E. and Allen J. of Manitowoc, sister, Mr. Anna 
Bausch of Manitowoc; five grandchildren and a great grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2:30 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 16, 1954  P. 15
*******
[d. 01-18-1954/age 90 yrs.]


CHARLES J. DRUMM    (d. 1964)

Charles J. Drumm, 62, of 909 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died at home Saturday 
morning after a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Drumm was born Jan. 30, 1902, at Manitowoc, son of Frank and Elizabeth Schmidt 
Drumm. He was educated in local schools. He married Emma Cervenka July 25, 1926, 
at Manitowoc and always lived in the city. He was a carpenter by trade and had 
been in the employ of Kutil Builders, Manitowoc. He was a member of the Fraternal 
Order of Eagles 706 and the Carpenters local. 
Surviving are his wife, a son, (private), a brother, Delmar Drumm, and a sister, 
Mrs. Arnold Albrecht, and two grandchildren of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2:30 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 18, 1964  P. 14


CHARLES O. DRUMM    (d. 1948)

Charles O. Drumm, 52, of 1124 South Seventh street, former bank cashier, died 
suddenly of a heart attack early today. He had been in ill health for several 
months.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home and at 9 o’clock at St. Boniface church, the Rev. Alfred Pritzl 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Drumm was born in Manitowoc in 1896, son of Charles A. Drumm and the late 
Mrs. Drumm. He attended the Manitowoc school and later business college and 
entered the banking business as an assistant cashier of the Manitowoc Savings 
bank. When the State bank of Manitowoc was organized in 1921 he became cashier 
of that institution until 1933.
In recent years Mr. Drumm had been employed in yard offices of the Manitowoc 
Ship building company.
In 1919 he married Miss Blanche Schuette of this city. She survives with a son, 
Marshal, in the U.S. merchant marine; daughter, Mrs. Arthur Schaefer of 
Milwaukee; father, Charles A. Drum of this city; two brothers, Allen and Elmer 
of this city, and a grandchild.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday. Friends are 
asked to please omit flowers. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 14, 1948  P. 2
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[d. 10-14-1948/age 52 yrs./bur. on Herman C. Schuette lot]
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Married
Miss Blanche Schuette, daughter of Postmaster and Mrs. Herman C. Schuette became 
the bride of Charles O. Drumm, at a quiet wedding celebrated last Thursday 
afternoon at the home of the bride's parents, the Rev. George Grether officiating. 
The attendants were Misses Josephine Patchen and Ruth Lindner and Elmer Schuette 
and Elmer Drumm. After the ceremony a wedding dinner was served covers being laid 
for fourteen. Both young people are well and favorably known in social circles. Mr. 
Drumm is employed as teller in the Manitowoc Savings Bank and is a son of the Mr. 
and Mrs. Charles Drumm. Mr. and Mrs. Drumm have gone on a wedding trip to Chicago 
and other points and upon their return will go to housekeeping at 1122 South Seventh 
Street.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Aug. 28, 1919


DAVID W. DRUMM

David W. Drumm, 41, of Manitowoc, was released from life on Saturday, May 5, 2001, 
at his residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 8, 2001, at First 
Presbyterian Church Manitowoc. Rev. William Plank will officiate, and burial 
will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
David was born January 12, 1960, in Manitowoc, son of Wesley C. and Marilyn Yankee 
Drumm. David attended schools in Manitowoc, and graduated from Lincoln High School 
with the class of 1978. He worked for many years at the Paragon Company, and later 
at the Metal Ware Corp., until his retirement due to ill health.
Survivors include his parents, Wesley and Marilyn Drumm, Manitowoc; one brother, 
Curtis Drumm and his special friend Marisue Eisner, both of Manitowoc; two sisters 
and one brother-in-law, Lynn Drumm, Brown Deer, Karen and Mike Mitch, Brown Deer; 
one niece and one nephew, Emily and Carlie Mitch, Brown Deer; three beloved cats, 
Guinness, Simon, Abby; aunts, uncles, cousins and friends also survive. Daivd was 
preceded in death by his garndparents, Elmer E. and Ruth Drumm, Walter and Florence 
Yankee.
Relatives and friends may call at the First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc on Tuesday, 
May 8, 2001, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of services at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lakeshore Humane Society Inc., First 
Presbyterian Church, Marco Manor, or the donor's choice.
The Jens Funeral Home is assisting the Drumm family with funeral arangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 7, 2001 P. A3


DELMER W. DRUMM

Delmar W. Drumm(sic), 76, formerly of 1226 N. 9th Street, Manitowoc, died Sunday, 
August 7, 1988 at the Manitowoc Health Care Center, Manitowoc. Graveside services 
will be Friday, August 12, at 12:45 pm at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Drumm was born January 11, 1912 at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, son of the late 
Frank and Elizabeth Schmidt Drumm. He married the former Isabel Porubcansky on 
May 22, 1937 at Waukegan, Illinois. She preceded him in death on September 15, 
1979. Mr. Drumm was a carpenter with Manitowoc Shipyards, Schuette Construction 
and was self-employed as a carpenter contractor for many years until his retirement. 
He was a member of the Isaac Walton League and a member of the National Guard from 
1930-1933.
Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Linda and Richard Luchsinger and 
Sally Daugs of Manitowoc; six grandchildren, Nancy and Brenda Luchsinger of 
Manitowoc, Debra Daugs of Platteville, Kevin Daugs of Two Rivers, Kathy Fortune of 
Indiana and David Daugs of Illinois; three great grandchildren, Samantha, Nicole 
and Joshua; a sister, Elizabeth Albrecht of Manitowoc, nieces, nephews and other 
relatives. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles and Roland.
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Aug. 9, 1988 page 18
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[cremains/widower of Isabel Drumm]


EDNA M. DRUMM

Mrs. Edward Drumm, 84, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening at Manitowoc 
County Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Wesley Methodist Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Donald T. Stannard will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Drumm, the former Edna Mott, was born Dec. 29, 1884, in Door County, 
daughter of the late Henry and Mary Heath Mott. She was married June 21, 1905, 
to Edward Drumm in the Town of Gibson and the couple farmed on Rt. 4, Manitowoc, 
at Brown’s Corners. 
Mrs. Drumm was a member of the Ladies Aid society and Esther Circle of Wesley 
Methodist Church, Germania Society and Silver Lake Home Maker Club. She was a 
charter member of Silver Lake Sewing Club which later became the home makers 
club.
She is survived by two sons, Harold of Newton and Donald, of Kiel, a daughter, 
Mr. Harold (Marion) Wernecke, of Brookfield, Wis., a brother, Harry Mott, of 
Rt. 2, Manitowoc, a sister, Mrs. Hattie Geraldson, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc; five 
grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Her husband died in March of 1965 
and a brother also preceded her in death. 
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Thursday until noon Friday when the casket will be moved to the church where 
the body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 13, 1969  P. 21
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[d. 08-12-1969/age 84 yrs./widow of Edward C. Drumm/bur. on
Mrs. Jacob (Mary) Drumm lot]


EDWARD C. DRUMM    (d. 1965)

Edward C. Drumm, 84, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, lifelong resident of the Town of 
Manitowoc Rapids, died Saturday at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Wesley Methodist Church, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. D. L. Stannard officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Mr. Drumm was born April 1, 1880(sic), in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son 
of the late Jacob and Mary Sampe Drumm. He married Edna Mott June 21, 1905, 
at Melnik, and the couple located on a farm in the Town of Rapids which it 
operated until retirement in 1955. For 20 years he was school clerk for the 
Silver Lake District.
Survivors are the wife, two sons, Harold of Newton and Donald of Kiel, a 
daughter, Mrs. Harold (Marion) Wernecke of Brookfield, Five grandchildren 
and three great grandchildren. A sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Tuesday until 10 a.m. Wednesday and after 10:30 a.m. at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 29, 1965  P. 7 
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[d. 03-27-1965/age 84 yrs./bur. on Jacob Drumm lot]


ELAINE C. DRUMM    (d. 2013)

Elaine C. Drumm age 82, a Manitowoc resident, died Thursday afternoon, 
September 5, 2013 at Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center surrounded by 
her loving family.
Elaine was born July 2, 1931 in Sheboygan, daughter of the late Louis and 
Hildegard (Lorenz) Kraemer. She graduated from Sheboygan Central High School 
in 1949. On May 3, 1952 Elaine was married to Gerald "Jerry" D. Drumm at St. 
Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church at Haven. He preceded her in death on 
May 26, 2006. 
Elaine was a member of Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church, Otto-Oas VFW Post #659 
Ladies Auxiliary of Manitowoc, the Izaak Walton League of America, Manitowoc 
Chapter #138. She enjoyed flower gardening and spending time with her children, 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mom passed her love of her Savior, 
Jesus Christ, on to her family. 
Survivors include her five children, their spouses and their children: Marilyn 
(Terry) Tuschel of rural Manitowoc and their children: Jeff (Krista) Tuschel; 
Sarah (Mike) Hackmann; Melissa (Chad) Hackmann; Judy Fuerbringer of Manitowoc 
and her step-children: Derek (Bev) Fuerbringer; Pamela Jacobs; Glenn Vasquez; 
Kevin Fuerbringer; Lisa Fuerbringer; Jill (Cornel) Eis; Donald "Butch" (Lynn) 
Drumm of Manitowoc; and their children: Josh Drumm and his fiancé Kayla Marean; 
Ryan (Ashley) Drumm; Kyle Drumm; Carol (Arvid) Green of Albertville, MN; and 
their son Aren Green; Roger (Debbie) Drumm of Green Bay and their daughter 
Camilla Drumm; 4 great-grandchildren: Alex and Brynn Hackmann; Reese and Tegan 
Drumm; step-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
survive. She was preceded in death by her parents: Louis and Hildegard Kraemer; 
father-in-law and mother-in-law: Elmer and Mabel Drumm; one son-in-law: Glenn 
Fuerbringer; 
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at 
Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3209 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc. Rev. Stephen 
Melso & Rev. Waldemar Loescher will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen 
Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family 
Funeral Home, 818 State St., Manitowoc on Monday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. 
and on Tuesday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services at 
11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorials would be appreciated for the Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran High School. Online condolences 
may be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com
Elaine's family would like to thank Pastor Kujawski, Pastor Melso, Pastor Loescher, 
Dr. Alfredo Diaz and his staff, the dedicated nurses and staff of Manitowoc 
Health & Rehabilitation Center for all their special attention and concern shown 
mom and our family.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, September 8, 2013


ELIZABETH DRUMM  (d. 1946)

Mrs. Elizabeth Drumm, 65, of 710 South 15th street, wife of Frank Drumm, 
former alderman and contractor, died this morning at the Holy Family 
hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the St. John’s Evangelical 
Lutheran church, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating.  Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Drumm, nee Elizabeth Schmidt, was born in this city in 1881 and in 
1901 was married to Mr. Drumm.  He survives with three sons, Charles, Delmar 
and Roland of this city; daughter, Mrs. Arnold Albrecht of this city; four 
sisters, Mrs. Clara Flint, Mrs. Frank LaGesse, Mrs. Leo Brandt of this city, 
Mrs. Walter Behrens of Kohler; two brothers, Walter and Arthur Schmidt of 
this city; and seven grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after 7 p.m 
Wednesday and will be moved to the church a 10 a.m. Friday to lie in state 
until the hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Tuesday, September 17, 1946
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
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[d. 09-17-1946/age 65 yrs./bur. on John Drumm lot]


ELIZABETH DRUMM   (d. 1934)

FUNERAL WILL BE WEDNESDAY
Mrs. William Drumm Dies At The Local Hospital
Mrs. William Drumm, 64, Manitowoc Route 1, died at Holy Family hospital at 2 a.m. 
Sunday.  Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the 
home, the Rev. Koeninger of the German Lutheran church officiating.  Burial in 
Evergreen cemetery.
The deceased was born Elizabeth Wettencamp, in 1869 in Manitowoc Rapids.  On 
January 21, 1893 she was married to William Drumm, who survives her.  The couple 
have lived on their farm on Route 1, since their marriage. 
Besides her husband the deceased is survived by a daughter, Mrs. George Scherasky, 
Manitowoc Rapids; two sons Elmer and Walter of Manitowoc Rapids; four brothers, 
Frank of Manitowoc Rapids and George, James and Jesse of Manitowoc; a sister Mrs. 
Arthur Dow of Manitowoc and four grandchildren.
The body was removed to the home this morning from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home.
The Manitowoc Herald-Times, Monday, January 8, 1934
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
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[d. Manitowoc Rapids/cause: broncho pneumonia/bur. on William F. Drumm lot]


ELLA DRUMM

DEATH OF MRS. DRUMM SHOCK TO MANY FRIENDS
Succumbs to Shock of Operation After a Brief Illness
Friends were shocked Saturday afternoon by the announcement of the 
death of Mrs. Hugo Drumm, Washington street, which occurred at the 
hospital following an operation which she underwent a few hours 
previously. Mrs. Drumm was removed to the hospital earlier in the 
week and was not thought to be in serious condition. The shock of 
the operation caused death. 
Mrs. Drumm, nee Ella Daeke, was 35 years of age, having been born 
in this city August 18, 1882. She is survived by her husband and 
one son, Harry, aged 6, her mother, Mrs. O. Daeke, two brothers 
Henry and William and two sisters, Mrs. Frank Guse, Jr., and Mrs. 
Albert Stock. 
The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 from the home, 
1201 Washington street, to the German Lutheran church at 2, Rev. 
Machmiller officiating. The death of Mrs. Drumm will be sincerely 
mourned by many friends who knew and admired her. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, April 22, 1918, Page 1
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[bur. 04-24-1918/cause: appendicitis/bur. on Hugo H. Drumm lot]


ELMER DRUMM    (d. 1960)

Elmer Drumm Dies; President of Metal Ware
Head of Firm Since 1932; Dies at Age of 61. 
Elmer E. Drumm, 61, president of Metal Ware Corp. of Two Rivers and long active 
in Masonic circles, died late Wednesday where he had been a patient a day.
Mr. Drumm resided at 1116 N. Sixth St. 
He had been president and general manager of the Two Rivers corporation since he 
founded it in 1932. The corporation manufactures planters, houseware electric 
merchandise and toys. 
Mr. Drumm, a 32nd Degree Mason, was a past commander of Manitowoc Commandery No. 
45, Knights Templar, a post to which he was elected in 1956. He also was a past 
president of Two Rivers Shrine Club, serving in that capacity in 1953.
Ceremonial Chairman 
His memberships in Masonic organizations included Manitowoc Lodge No. 65, Free 
and Accepted Masons; Chapter No. 16, Royal Arch Masons; Council, No. 18, Royal 
and Select Masters; Tripoli Temple, Milwaukee; Wisconsin Consistory; and Royal 
Order of Jesters, Court No. 101, Milwaukee.
Twice Mr. Drumm served as Tripoli summer ceremonial general chairman when the 
event was conducted at Manitowoc in 1950 and at Two Rivers in 1958. He had been 
regional ambassador for Tripoli Temple.
A member of First Presbyterian Church, Mr. Drumm at one.. (Cont. on Page T-5) 
Elmer Drum (Cont. from Page 1) ..time served as trustee of the church board. 
He was a past president of the Rotary Club of Two Rivers and was a member of 
Lodge 687, Manitowoc Elks. 
A native of Manitowoc, Mr. Drumm was born March 14, 1899, son of the late Charles 
and Catherine Schnell Drumm. He attended public schools in the city and was grad-
uated from West Side High School in 1916. That year he began to work for Wisconsin 
Public Service Corp, joining Mirro Aluminum Co. in 1919 and remaining with that 
firm until 1931. 
Funeral Saturday 
He married Ruth Linder at Manitowoc July 27, 1921. She survives along with a son, 
(private), a daughter, (private), a brother, Allen, and seven grandchildren of 
the city. A brother, Charles, preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at First Presbyterian Church. The Rev. 
Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in Knollwood Memorial Gardens, 
Town of Kossuth. Graveside rites will be conducted by the Blue Lodge.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home after 3 p.m. Friday until 11 a.m. Saturday 
when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state 
until the hour of service.
Memorial gifts may be made to Tripoli Shrine Hospital, the memorial fund of First 
Presbyterian Church or the building fund of Memorial Hospital. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 31, 1960   pp. 1, 16
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[d. 03-30-1960/age 61 yrs./removal from Knollwood reburied 07-28-1967/
bur. on Mrs. Ruth L. Drumm lot (Mrs. Elmer)]


ELMER DRUMM    (d. 1981)

Elmer W. Drumm, 82, a resident of Park Lawn Home and formerly of 4305 Custer 
St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning, January 21, at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home. 
The Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Drumm was born Sept. 2, 1896, at Manitowoc, son of the late William and 
Elizabeth Wetenkamp Drumm. He grew up at Manitowoc, attended Manitowoc Rapids 
Grade School and was graduated from First German Lutheran School. He married 
Mabel B. Raatz Oct. 15, 1924, at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. He 
had lived in the Manitowoc area all his life, where he was a dairy farmer and 
lumberman, doing commercial logging. He retired in 1964. Mr. Drumm was a member 
of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, life member of Manitowoc Fish and 
Game Association, past director and member of Manitowoc Chapter of Izaak Walton 
League of America, past president and director of Manitowoc Mortgage Holding 
Company and a member of Manitowoc County Farm Bureau and Branch Fire Department. 
Mrs. Drumm preceded him in death Dec. 11, 1973. 
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, William and Margaret Drumm and 
Gerald and Elaine Drumm of Manitowoc, eight grandchildren, two great grand-
children and nieces. Two sons, a daughter, a brother and a sister preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home 4 o’clock to 9 o’clock this 
Thursday evening and Friday until the time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, January 22, 1981 p.3
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[husband of Mabel Drumm]


EMMA L. DRUMM    (d. 1994)

Emma L. Drumm, age 88, passed away Monday evening, November 21, 1994, at the 
North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc.
She was born October 24, 190, in Czechoslovakia, daughter of the late Frank and 
Josephine Yenlenech Cervenka. She attended schools in Manitowoc. She married 
Charles J. Drumm July 15, 1926, in Manitowoc where they made their home. She was 
employed at the Aluminum Specialty Company until retiring in 1963. She was a 
member of the Redeemer Lutheran Church.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Charles D. and Norma Drumm, 
Manitowoc; three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in 
death by her husband Charles in 1964, and two sisters.
There will be no visitation with cremation having taken place and burial at 
Evergreen Cemetery.
The Jens Funeral Home and Crematory assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 22, 1994  P. A2
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[cremains/widow of Charles Drumm]


FRANK J. DRUMM

Frank J. Drumm, 79, an alderman representing Manitowoc’s Fifth Ward for 
14 consecutive years before his retirement, died early Monday morning at 
Park Lawn Home, Sheboygan, following a heart attack. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc.  The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Drumm was born April 8, 1879, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of 
the late John and Henrietta Wetenkamp Drumm.  He attended schools in Rapids 
and May 25, 1901, married the former Elizabeth Schmidt in Manitowoc.  The 
couple took up residence in the city where Mr. Drumm became a carpenter-
contractor until his retirement in 1944.  During this time he served seven 
consecutive terms as alderman for the Fifth Ward.  His wife died 13 years 
ago.  He was a member of the Eagles and of the Odd Fellows.
Surviving are two sons, Charles and Delmar of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. 
Arnold Albrecht of Manitowoc; a brother, Hugo of Whittier, Calif.; a sister, 
Mrs. Peter Goldmann of Chicago; seven grandchildren and seven great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call Tuesday at the funeral home after 3 p.m. where the Odd 
Fellows will conduct services at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Monday, January 5, 1959
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
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[d. at Sheboygan WI/age 79 yrs./bur. on John Drumm lot]
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Announcement is made of the coming marriage of Miss 
Lizzie Schmidt, of this city, to Frank A. Drumm, of 
Rapids, a license has been granted for the wedding.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, May 16, 1901, p. 1


FRED DRUMM    (d. 1945)

DRUMM, Fred J. 1325 So. 10th St., Age 80 years. Died Wednesday, December 19 
at Holy Family Hospital. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 22, 
at 3pm from the Pfeffer Funeral Home. Rev. Carl Hagen will officiate. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery. The body may be viewed at the funeral home 
from Friday morning until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 21, 1945 p.12
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[d. 12-19-1945/age 80 yrs.]


FRIEDERIKE DRUMM

A daughter of Mr. Drumm of Town Rapids, was recently sent to the
mental ward in Oshkosh. On Tues., her body was returned here. The deceased was
37 years old and unmarried.
Der Nord Westen, 10 Dec. 1885
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(Note: There is no first name in the obit, but the age is the same and the death
date is close if anyone knows differenly, let me know)
*****
Fredricke Drum
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name:	Fredricke Drum
Death Date:	6 Dec 1885
Death Place:	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume:	01
Page Number:	0515
Reel:	049
Image:	0338
Index Volume:	01
Sequence Number:	088584
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Fredricke Drum
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Fredricke Drum
Color: White
Sex: Female
Age 37 years
Father: Jacob Drum
Mother: Maria Drum
Birthplace: Cleveland O.
Birth Date: 7 Apr 1848
Death Date: 6 Dec 1885
Death County: Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Burial place: Ev Green Cemetery
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


GEORGE DRUMM

Death Wed. last week in the local St. Marien Hospital of 73-yr. old 
Geo. Drumm after a long illness with kidney disease. He was an old 
settler in our county and is survived by 2 sons and 2 brothers. The 
funeral was held Friday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 15 Dec. 1904


GERALD ‘JERRY’ D. DRUMM

Gerald "Jerry" D. Drumm, age 78, of Manitowoc, died early Friday morning, 
May 26, 2006, at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milawukee.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 30, 2006, at Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3209 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc. The Revs. Robert 
Kujawski and Waldemar Loescher will officiate with burial to follow at 
Evergreen Cemetery with military graveside honors accorded by Otto Oas VFW 
Post #659.
Jerry was born Oct. 23, 1927, in Manitowoc, son of the late Elmer and Mabel 
Raatz Drumm. He was a 1945 graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School. Jerry 
was enlisted into the United States Army Air Corps, serving from 1946 until 
1947, stationed in Japan. On May 3, 1952, he was married to the former Elaine 
C. Kraemer at St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church at Haven.
Jerry began farming and logging after high school, and in 1960 he started 
Jerry’s Sportsmans Lodge Tavern in Northeim. He also worked for the AH Stock 
company from 1962 until 1964 and worked at Silver Creek Nursery along with 
running his own custom crop spraying business. In 1980, he began working for 
the Manitowoc County Highway Department, retiring in 1993.
Jerry loved to spend time at his Lakewood cottage, gardening, fishing, hunting 
and watching the Green Bay Packers and Milwaukee Brewers. He was a dedicated 
caretaker of the Richard Drumm Memorial Forest in the town of Gibson that was 
dedicated to the memory of his late brother. Jerry was a member of Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, current secretary of the Manitowoc Chapter #138 
of the IWLA-Izaak Walton League of America of which he received the Judge Tobin 
award and the Rahr Diamond award for his conservation practices, charter member 
of the Manitowoc Gun Club, lifetime member of the Manitowoc Expo, Otto Oas VFW 
Post #659 of Manitowoc, National Rifle Association, Shoto Conservation Club, 
Conservation Education Inc., and current vice-president of Manitowoc Mortgage 
Holding.
Survivors include his wife, his five children, their spouses and their children,
step-great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends survive. He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister: Marilyn 
Drumm; two brothers: Richard Drumm and William Drumm; and his father-in-law and 
mother-in-law: Louis and Hildegard Kraemer.
Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of 
Manitowoc on Monday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Tuesday at the church from 10 a.m. 
until the time of services. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated for
the Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church or the charity of your choice.
The Drumm family would like to thank Pastors Kujawski, Melso, Loescher and 
Ellenberger, the dedicated nurses and staff of St. Luke’s CVICU, Drs. and nurse 
Carol for all their special attention and concern shown to Jerry and our family 
the past two months. 
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Sunday, May 28, 2006
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


HARRY H. DRUMM    (d. 2004)

Harry Drumm, 92, Weston, died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2004, at Community Health Care 
Wausau Hospital. He was a salesman at McNulty Brokerage Company. 
Survivors include one son, Dave (Nancy Mae LaRose) Drumm, Weston; one sister, 
Carolyn (Frank) Clement, Whittier, Calif.; one grandchild and two great-grand-
children. 
Services will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Hayden-Buettgen Funeral Home, Schofield. 
Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. Wednesday until the time of service at the 
funeral home. Memorials may be directed to Mount Olive Lutheran Church, Schofield. 
Wausau Daily Herald, Wis., Friday, January 16, 2004 pg. 4
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(Harry H.Drumm/2 July 1911/14 January 2004/age 93/SSDI/Last place of residence;
Marathon WI/This is the only Harry Drumm who died in 2004 on the SSDI)
[1st wife Margaret/2nd wife Erna]


HENRIETTA DRUMM

MRS. DRUMM DIES AT NOON
Mother of Frank And Hugo Passes Here Today
Mrs. Henrietta Drumm, 79, mother of Frank and Hugo Drumm, died this
noon.  She had been in failing health the past several weeks.
Funeral services will probably be held Friday.  Definite announcement
of the time will be made tomorrow.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Henrietta Wetenkamp, was born in
the town of Manitowoc Rapids in 1856 and was married to John Drumm in
1876.  They took up their residence on a farm in the town.  Twenty-two
years ago they move to this city to reside.  Mr. Drumm died 11 years
ago.
Since the death of her husband Mrs. Drumm has resided at the old home,
Washington and 20th streets.  She was a member of the First German
Evangelical Lutheran church.
Survivors are three sons, Frank and Hugo, city, and John, Omaha; a
daughter, Mrs. Peter Goldmann, Chicago; four brothers, William,
Sanborn, Wis., Ernst, Milwaukee, Henry, Chicago, and Charles, St.
Paul; three sisters, Mrs. August Gerpheide, South Bend, Ind., Ida,
Oakland, Cal., and Mrs. Emma Own, St. Paul; eight grandchildren and
three great-grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Tuesday, November 12, 1935  pg. 2
********
[Mrs. Henreyetta Drumm/cause: myocarditis/bur. on John Drumm lot]


HENRY F. DRUMM    (d. 1958)

Henry F. Drumm, 60, lifelong Manitowoc, resident who resided at 1325 S. 10th 
St., died Monday afternoon at Wisconsin General Hospital, Madison, where he 
had been a patient six weeks. 
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
with the Rev. Donald T. Stannard officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Drumm was born at Manitowoc Dec. 23, 1897, son of the late Fred J. and 
Caroline Wilhelmy Drumm. He had been a plumber from the age of 16 and had retired 
several year ago. He never married.
Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Bernard Mahnke and Mrs. Almon Jaeger of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. Lena Wight of Maywood, Calif., and several nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3:30 p.m. Wednesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 3, 1958  P. 11
*******
[d. 06-02-1958 in Madison WI/age 60 yrs./bur. on Fred Drumm lot]


HUGO H. DRUMM

Funeral services for Hugo H. Drumm, who died Tuesday morning in California, 
have been postponed 24 hours because of transportation dificulties. Funeral 
services will now be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The rev. Theodore Vinger will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Friday until time of 
service on Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 2, 1970
********
[d. 03-31-1970 at Whittier CA/age 85 yrs./bur. on Joseph F. Sladkey lot]


IDA DRUMM    (d. 1907)

TO BRING BODY HERE 
Mrs. John Drumm, Dead at Milwaukee to be Buried in City 
Mrs. John Drumm, nee Ida Herzog, of this city, died at Milwaukee, Monday night 
and the body will be brought to this city for burial. Mrs. Drumm’s death was 
due to typhoid fever from which she had been ill but three weeks. She was 38 
years of age and until three years ago the family resided in this city. A 
husband, aged mother and five brothers, Charles, Frank, John, Daniel and 
Edward survive. Mrs. Drumm was the only daughter and sister and was idolized 
by her family and her death is a great sorrow and many friends will join in 
sincere mourning. The body will be brought here tomorrow and the funeral will 
be held Thursday afternoon at 2 from the home of Chas. Herzog.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, October 1, 1907  P. 1
*******
Death in Milwaukee from typhus of 38-year old Mrs. John Drum, born Ida Herzog 
here. In addition to her husband she is survived by her sorrowing mother and 
five children. The body was brought here and will be buried this afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 03 Oct. 1907
*******
DIED:
Mrs. John Drumm aged 38 years, died at Milwaukee Monday night after an 
illness of three weeks. Her maiden name was Ida Herzog. She was born and 
reared in this city where she had always lived until three years ago, when she, 
with her husband, removed to Milwaukee. She is survived by a husband, mother, 
five brothers, Charles, Frank, John, Daniel and Edward. The body was brought 
here for burial.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, October 3, 1907 pg. 1
******
(d. 30 Sept. 1907/from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
[cause: typhoid fever]


IDA DRUMM    (d. 1926)

LOCAL GIRL DIES IN AUTO CRASH 
MISS DRUMM IS FATALLY HURT AT ELKHORN 
Visited Mother Here on Sunday, Hurt on Return to Beloit
Fatally injured when the automobile in which she was driving crashed into 
another car at Elkhorn Monday afternoon as she was en route on her return to 
Beloit after a visit in this city, Miss Ida Drumm, 47, died five hours later 
at Elkhorn. Phillip Clark, of Beloit, who was driving the car suffered two 
broken ribs but escaped serious injury.
Miss Drumm, the death victim, is a former Manitowoc resident and a daughter 
of Mrs. Mary Drumm, Route 2 with whom she visited Sunday at the home of her 
brother Edward Drumm. Accompanied by Mr. Clark, whom it is reported she was 
soon to wed, Miss Drumm came here Sunday from Beloit and the two were guests 
at the Drumm home on Route 2, departing on their return yesterday.
(snip)
To Bring Body Here 
The body of Miss Drumm will be brought here for burial and funeral services 
will be held from Urbanek and Wattawa parlors of the Wesley German M. E. 
church at 2 o’clock Thursday afternoon, the Rev. Schreiber officiating. 
Burial will be at Evergreen.
Miss Drumm was born at Manitowoc Rapids, a daughter of the late Jacob Drumm, 
pioneer resident of the county. She had made her home at Beloit in recent 
years. Her mother, Mrs. Mary Drumm and a brother Edward, both here, survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, September 28, 1926  P. 1 


ISABEL DRUMM

Mrs. Delmere Drumm, 71, of 1226 N. 9th St., Manitowoc, died early Saturday 
morning, Sept. 15, at Holy Family Hospital.
There will be no visitation or services.
Mrs. Drumm, nee Izabel Porubcansky(sic), was born Oct. 19, 1907, in Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Klement and Pauline Habrun Porubcansky. She was educated 
in the Manitowoc school system. Mrs. Drumm was married to Delmere May 22, 1939, 
in Waukegan, Ill. She was a stenographer for local attorney’s (sic) and later 
with David Douglas, retiring in 1970. She was also a member of the Western 
Fraternal Life Ass. Survivors include her husband, Delmere; two daughters and a 
son-in-law, Linda and Richard Luchfinger of Manitowoc, Sally Dauges of Mishicot; 
a brother, Klement Probcansky (sic) of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Pauline Bartlul 
of Milwaukee; five grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Two sisters preceded her 
in death. Funeral arrangements and cremation were completed at Jens Funeral Home.
Herald Times Reporter, September 16, 1979  P. 3
*********
[cremains/wife of Delmer W. Drumm]


JACOB (JOSEPH) DRUMM  (1887)

CITY AND COUNTY
The funeral of Mr. Joseph Drumm an old and respected citizen of the town of Rapids, 
occurred last Friday afternoon.  The procession which followed the remains to the 
cemetery contained over ninety carriages.
(Note: researcher said this Jacob's entry in the cemetery is this Joseph in the obit.)
Lake Shore Times, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Tuesday, September 7, 1887
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
********
From Der Nord Westen, 02 Sept. 1886:
Death of 66-year old Jacob Drumm yesterday morning in Manitowoc Rapids. He
leaves a grieving widow and several grown children. Burial will take place
tomorrow, Fri., at 1pm.
********
[bur. 09-18-1886]


JACOB DRUMM  (1909)

Last week we reported that Jacob Drumm had to go to a local hospital 
to have a toe amputated. Unfortunately the operation did not have the 
hoped for result and the patient, who suffered from sugar diabetes, 
died on Saturday. Mr. Drumm, who was 60, had lived a long period in 
Manitowoc County where he operated a farm near Brown’s Corners. He was 
a veteran of the Civil War andleaves a widow and 2 children. The funeral 
was held Tuesday.
Der Nord Westen, 25 Mar. 1909
********
[cause: diabetes]


JOHN DRUMM    (d. 1923)

Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Drumm, 916 New York avenue, are mourning the loss of their 
little son, John, who lived but one day. Burial was at Evergreen yesterday 
afternoon, the Rev. Karl Machmiller officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 3, 1923, P. 3
********
[bur 07-02-1923/stillborn/bur. on Hugo H. Drumm lot/
moved to Joseph F. Sladkey lot 11-30-1977 O-17-1, space #4]


JOHN DRUMM   (d. 1924)

JOHN DRUMM PASSES AWAY AT AGE 73
Ill since last December John Drumm, father of Police Commissioner 
Frank A. Drumm, life long resident of Manitowoc county, died at the 
Holy Family hospital where he had been a patient for four weeks at 
11:50 o'clock this morning. The funeral arrangements had not been 
completed but it is probable that services will be held Thursday 
afternoon at the Lutheran church, the Rev. Machmiller officiating. 
Burial will be at Evergreen.
Mr. Drumm was born in Manitowoc county October 2, 1850 and had passed 
his seventy-third birthday. He was married at Manitowoc Rapids forty-
seven years ago and until ten years ago made his home on the farm, 
retiring to live in this city at 2002 Washington street. He is survived 
by his widow, three sons, John C. Jr., of Omaha, Frank and Hugo of this 
city and one daughter, Mrs. Peter Goldman of Chicago. One brother, 
William of Manitowoc Rapids, two sisters, Mrs. George Braun of this 
city and Mrs. Fred Eggert of Texas and five grandchildren also survive 
him. Mr. Drumm was always a home man and belonged to no organization 
outside of his church where he was a regular attendant and an active 
worker.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, April 14, 1924 P.2
*******
[bur. 04-17-1924/cause: arterio sclerosis]


JOHN DRUMM   (d. 1942)

John Drumm, 78, former Manitowoc resident, died in Milwaukee yesterday.
He is survived by his widow, the former Tina Frederich of Maple Grove.
Funeral services will be held in Milwaukee Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 13, 1942


LORRAINE I. DRUMM    (d. 2004)

Lorraine I. Drumm, age 95, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday 
evening, Aug. 1, 2004 at the home. She was born July 21, 1909 in the town of Cato, 
daughter of the late Ole and Mary (Miller) Ellestad. On Nov. 8, 1927, Lorraine 
married William J. Drumm in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on July 3, 1977. 
Lorraine was a volunteer at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center for 25 years and was 
very active at First Lutheran Church in the Women's Groups, especially the "Quilters" 
making numerous quilts for Lutheran World Relief. She was famous for her 
"sugar cookies" and was an avid flower gardener. She was also an excellent seamstress. 
Survivors include two daughters: Jean Craney, Sheboygan Falls; Joan Zingale, Madison; 
a sister: Alice Diegel, Manitowoc; six grandchildren: Jeffrey (Jean) Craney, Jill 
Nebus, Julie (Leonard) Wagner, Jody (Kenneth) Kott, Linda (Steven) Shafer, Lisa 
(Daryl) Sisson; 18 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; along with 
many loving nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in 
death by two sisters: Myrtle Schlei and Florence Henriott; one infant brother: Vernon 
Ellestad; three sons-in-law: James Craney, James Huber and Santos Zingale; and one 
granddaughter: Christine Craney. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at First Lutheran Church Chapel, Manitowoc, 
from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2004 Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. 
Wednesday at First Lutheran Church Chapel, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will 
be the Rev. Steven Solberg with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
There will be no Tuesday evening visitation. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements. 
The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the staff of St. Mary's Home, especially 
Tower 3 for their continuous devotion to their mother.
Herald Times Reporter, August 2004


MABEL B. DRUMM

Mrs. Elmer (Mabel) Drumm, 74, of 4305 Custer St., Manitowoc, died 
Tuesday evening at University Hospitals, Madison.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Kock will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Drumm, nee Mabel Raatz, was born March 10, 1899, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late William and Emma Mull Raatz. She resided in 
Manitowoc all her life. She was married to Elmer W. Drumm Oct. 15, 
1924, at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Mrs. 
Drumm was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Two sons and a daughter preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday and 
Friday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. December 12, 1973
********
[d. 12-11-1973 at Madison WI/age 74 yrs./wife of Elmer Drumm]
(b. 10 Mar. 1899/d. Dec. 1973/SSDI)
********
Raatz-Drumm
Miss Mabel B. Raatz of Chicago, daughter of Mrs. John Sturm, Meadow 
Lane and Elmer W. Drumm, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Drumm of Manitowoc 
Rapids were married at the Lutheran church at 2 o'clock this afternoon, 
the Rev. Carl Machmiller officiating. The bridal pair were attended by 
the Misses Blanche Drumm and Amanda Mull, Edgar Beeck and Herbert Kuether. 
A wedding dinner with covers laid for sixteen was served at the home of 
Mrs. George Braun and the newlyweds will leave this evening for a honeymoon 
trip through Northern Michigan. They will return to make their home on a 
farm at Manitowoc Rapids. The bride has been making her home at Chicago for 
the last four years and was engaged in insurance work. The groom has been 
engaged in farming.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, October 15, 1924 P.2


MARGARET DRUMM

Mrs. Harry Drumm, 47 of 8423 N. 52nd St., Milwaukee, a former resident of 
Manitowoc, died early Monday morning at st. Mary Hospital, Milwaukee, after 
a long illness.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church, 
5214 W. Luebbe Ln., Milwaukee. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, 
where there will be graveside services at 2 p.m. Wednesday, the Rev. Vernon 
Anderson, pastor of First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, officiating.
Mrs. Drumm, nee Margaret Halvorsen, was born at Manitowoc July 20, 1916, a 
daughter of George and the late Rose Herman Halvorsen. She was a graduate of 
Manitowoc Lincoln High School and was married to Harry Drum at Manitowoc in 
1937. Fifteen years ago the family moved to Milwaukee.
Besides her husband she leaves a son, (private), father of Manitowoc, two 
sisters, Mrs. Carl Wiese, of Milwaukee and Mrs. Mark Trippler, of Chippewa 
Falls, Wis., and a brother, Ray G. Halvorsen of Two Rivers. 
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Tuesday at Fass Funeral Home, 3600 N. Oakland 
Ave., Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 7, 1962  P. 15
*******
[d. 05-07-1962 at Milwaukee WI/age 47 yrs./wife of Harry Drumm/
bur. on Hugo H. Drumm lot]


MARIA DRUMM

Death called an aged resident of Manitowoc County this morning when the 
last summons was received by Mrs. Maria Drumm.  Deceased resided on the 
Middle Road, about three miles southwest of the city and had been troubled 
with the diseases consequent to old age for some time.  Saturday she had a 
bad fall and that was the immediate cause of her demise.  The lady was born 
in Middlestadt, Wurtemburg, on September 22, 1822 and at the age of twenty-
four came with her husband to America locating soon after in Manitowoc. Four 
sons and three daughters were born to the couple all of whom survive. 
Interment will occur Thursday afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Tuesday, July 15, 1902
************
Mrs. Drum, aged 70 years, died this morning of old age at the home of her 
son William in the town of Manitowoc Rapids. She is survived by a family 
of four sons and two daughters.  The funeral will be held Thursday interment 
being in Evergreen Cemetery.
The Manitowoc Citizen, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Thursday, July 17, 1902
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
**********
Death Tues. morning, from old age debility, of Mrs. Maria Drumm who 
resides about 3 miles southwest of Manitowoc. She had suffered a fall 
on Sat., which by and of itself would not have been dangerous had it 
not been for the lady's advanced age and bodily weakness. Mrs. Drumm 
was born 22 Sep. 1822 in Württemberg and came to America with her 
husband in 1846. settling in Manitowoc County. She is survived by 4 
sons and 3 daughters. Her funeral will be held this afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 17 July 1902
*******
[cause: old age]
*******
First publication July 24, 1902.
State of Wisconsin-County Court for Manitowoc County.
In the matter of the estate of Mary Drumm deceased.
An instrument in writing of Mary Drumm, of Manitowoc Rapids in said county, 
having been delivered into said court:
And W. Drumm of Manitowoc Rapids n (sic) said county having presented to said 
court his petition in writing duly verified, representing among other things, 
that said Mary Drumm died testate, at Manitowoc Rapids in said county, on the 
15th day of July, 1902; that said Instrument is the last will of said deceased 
and that said petitioner is named therein as executor, and praying that said 
instrument be proven and admitted to probate and that letters testamentary be 
thereon issued to said petitioner.
It is ordered, that said petition and the matters therein be heard and proofs 
of said last will and testament be taken at a special term of said county court 
to be held at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 19th 
day of Aug. 1902, at 10 o'clock A.M. 
And it is further ordered, that notice of the time and place be given by 
publication hereof for three successive weeks, previous to the time of said 
hearing in the Manitowoc Post, a newspaper published in said Manitowoc county.
Dated July 23, 1902.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Baensch & Kelley, Atty's.
Manitowoc Post, Thursday, July 31, 1902 P. 8


MARILYN DRUMM

Drumm
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Drumm
Death Date	9 Sep 1934
Death County	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[cause: premature/bur. on Mabel Drumm lot] 


MARY DRUMM/DRUM (d. 1929)

RESIDENT HERE 78 YEARS, DIES AT AGE OF 85
Mrs. Mary Drum, for seventy eight years a resident of Manitowoc county, 
passed away at the home of her son Edward Drumm, Route 2, last night, aged 
85 years.  Mrs. Drumm had enjoyed good health up until recently but 
declined rapidly from complications in the past few months.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 from the Wesley M. E. 
Church of which she had been a member for several years.  The body will be 
at the Wattawa funeral parlors Sunday where it may be viewed by friends 
from 2 to 5 and on Monday, Monday evening from 7 to 9.  The funeral will be 
held from the parlors at 1:30 Tuesday and to the Wesley Church. 
Mrs. Drumm was born in Germany and came to Manitowoc county with her 
parents at the age of 6 years and had always resided here.  She was 
married 50 years ago, her husband preceding her in death twenty years 
ago.  One of two children born to the couple, son Edward with whom she 
made her home, is the sole survivor.
The Manitowoc Herald-News, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Saturday, February 23, 1929
************
Mrs. Mary Drumm, for seventy eight years a resident of Manitowoc county, 
died at the home of her son Edward Drumm, Route 2, Friday night, aged 85 
years.  
Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon from Wesley M. E. Church.
The deceased was born in Germany and came to Manitowoc county with her 
parents at the age of 6 years.  She was married 50 years ago, her husband 
preceding her in death twenty years ago.  One of two children born to the 
couple, a son Edward with whom she made her home, is the only survivor.
The Manitowoc Pilot, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Thursday, February 28, 1929
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
***********
[widow of Jacob Drumm/cause: chronic nephritis]


BABY MARY DRUMM (d. 1958)

Funeral services for the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Roland J. Drumm of 
1914 Washington St., Manitowoc, who was born and died Sunday at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc, were at 2 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Edward Nowakowski officiated and 
burial was in Evergreen Cemetery.
Surviving in addition to the parents are the maternal grandparents, Mr. 
and Mrs. Henry Sturm of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, and the paternal grandparents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Antone Steeber of Manitowoc. Mrs. Drumm is the former 
Joan Sturm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wis., Monday, June 2, 1958 pg. 13
*****
Funeral services for the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roland J. Drumm 
of 1914 Washington St., Manitowoc, who died Sunday, were at 2 p.m. Monday 
at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Edward 
Nowakowski officiated and burial was in Evergreen Cemetery.
It has been incorrectly reported the infant was a boy.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wis., Tuesday, June 3, 1958 pg. 11
*****
Drumm
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Drumm
Death Date	2 Jun 1958
Death County	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[d. 06-02-1958/age 5 minutes/bur. on Mrs. Ann Drumm lot] 


RICHARD J. DRUMM    (d. 1962)

Truck Crushes Manitowoc Man 
Richard Drumm Killed Instantly 
Richard J. Drumm, 21, of Custer Street, Manitowoc, a highway construction worker, 
was killed instantly about noon Monday when he was run over by a backing cement 
truck driven by his cousin on the I-90 Highway near Edgerton. 
The cousin, Leon Gallien, also of Manitowoc, was treated at an Edgerton hospital 
for shock and returned to Manitowoc. 
The accident occurred at the Goede Road intersection with the highway under 
construction. Harlow Nelson, 28, of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, another construction worker, 
told investigating officers Drumm stepped backwards out of the path of another 
moving truck and directly behind his cousin’s backing truck. Nelson said he and 
other construction workers shouted a warning but Drumm apparently failed to hear 
because of the noise of heavy machinery working nearby.
(snip)
Funeral Services 
Mr. Drumm was born Oct. 29, 1940, at Manitowoc, son of Elmer and Mable Rattz Drumm. 
He attended Manitowoc schools and was graduated in 1959 from Lincoln High School. 
He was a member of 1096 Boat Battalion of the Wisconsin National Guard and had been 
employed for two years by Schuette Construction Co., Manitowoc. 
Among survivors are his parents and two brothers, William E. of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, 
and Gerald D. of Rt. 1, Newton.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 5, 1962  pp. 1, 11 
*******
[d. 06-04-1962 at Albion WI/age 21 yrs./bur. on Mabel Drumm lot]


ROLAND DRUMM

Funeral services for Roland H. Drumm, 49 (above) of 2002 Washington St., 
Manitowoc, a former captain of Company H of the Wisconsin National Guard, 
who died Wednesday, will be held at 2 p.m. at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born July 12, 1906, at Manitowoc, son of Frank and the late Mrs. 
Elizabeth Schmidt Drumm. He joined the militia company here and rose in the 
ranks until he was named captain, serving for ten years. He retired from the 
company when it was reorganized as the present Company F, of the Second 
Wisconsin Regiment. On Sept. 13, 1926, he married Miss Anna Wergin at Waukegan 
and they made their home in Manitowoc.
Drumm had been a carpenter foreman for the Kasper Construction Co. the past 
20 years. He was a member of the Eagles and the Carpenters Union, No. 849.
Surviving are his wife, two daughters, (private); son, (private); father, 
Frank of Manitowoc; two brothers Charles and Delmar of Manitowoc; sister, 
Mrs. Arnold Albrecht of Manitowoc; and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 1, 1955  P. 25
*******
[d. 08-31-1955/age 49 yrs./cause: heart failure myocarditis/
bur. on Ann Drumm lot]


RUTH L. DRUMM

Mrs. Ruth L. Drumm, formerly of 1116 N. 6th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
Sept. 11, at St. Mary Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Margaret Wright will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Drumm was born at Milwaukee, daughter of the late Frank and Clara Stitch 
Linder. She attended schools at Manitowoc, and was graduated from the old 
Southside High school. She was married to Elmer Drumm, July 27, 1921, at 
Manitowoc, the couple residing here all their lives. He preceded her in death 
in 1960. Mrs. Drumm was a member of First Presbyterian Church, past president 
of Ladies Elks Club Auxiliary, a 50 year member of Order of Eastern Star No. 
196, a member of Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, a former member of Order of White 
Shrine of Jerusalem, and past president of Ladies Auxiliary of Knight Templars.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Wesley C. Cupertino, Calif.; two 
sisters, Mrs. Alice Dedricks and Mrs. LaMadeliene Straub of Manitowoc; nine 
grandchildren and a great grandchild.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 o'clock to 9 o'clock 
this Monday evening and Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., and at the church from 
noon until the time of services. An Eastern Star memorial service will be held 
at 7:30 o'clock this Monday evening. Memorials may be made to St. Mary Nursing 
Home, First Presbyterian Church or the donor's choice.
Herald Times Reporter, September 13, 1982  P. 3
*******
In Monday's obituary for Mrs. Ruth L. Drumm, it was inadvertently omitted that 
she was survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Wesley C. and Marilyn Drumm of 
Manitowoc and a daughter, Janice Bruechert of Cupertino, Calif. 
Herald Times Reporter, September 14, 1982  P. 3
*******
[widow of Elmer E. Drumm]
(Ruth Drumm/b. 7 November 1898/d. September 1982/SSDI)


WALTER J. DRUMM    (d. 1963)

Walter J. Drumm, Jr., 26, a resident at a Manitowoc hotel, died unexpectedly 
early Wednesday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. Vernon Anderson officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Drumm was born July 16, 1936, at Manitowoc Rapids, son of Walter and Wilma 
Senkbil Drumm. He served in the armed forces from Sept. 2, 1954 to July 31, 1956, 
in an Air Police Squadron as an Airman third class. He was employed at Eggers 
Plywood Co., Two Rivers. A brother preceded him in death.
Survivors include his parents of Rt. 1, Denmark, and five sisters, Mrs. Robert 
Tracey of Manitowoc, Violet, Shirley and Ruth at home and Elsie of Green Bay.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday. Graveside military 
rites will be conducted by American Legion Post 88.
Two Rivers Reporter, May 22, 1963  P. T-7
**********
[bur. on G.A.R. lot]


WILLIAM DRUMM    (d. 1936)

RAPIDS FARMER GETS SUMMONS 
WIliam Drumm, 72, Dies Thursday After 2 Weeks Illness 
William Drumm, 72, lifelong resident of Manitowoc Rapids, died at the Holy 
Family hospital last night after a two weeks illness.
Funeral services will be held at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home 
Monday afternoon at 2 oclock. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Drumm was born in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, Nov. 16, 1863. On Jan. 21, 
1893 he married Elizabeth Wettenkamp. Mr. Drumm lived on the farm in Manitowoc 
Rapids since 1871 and was a farmer all his life. He sold the farm to his son, 
Elmer, a year ago but continued to live there.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. George Sieracke, city; two sons, Elmer and 
Walter, both at home; and a sister, Mrs. Emma Braun, Iron Mountain, Mich. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral parlors tomorrow afternoon, Sunday after-
noon and evening and Monday until the time of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 21, 1936  P. 2
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[cause: broncho pneumonia/bur. on William F. Drumm lot]


WILLIAM F. DRUMM    (d. 1929)

WILLIAM DRUMM DIES AT FONDY LATE LAST NITE 
While he was going through the preliminary rest and diet periods in preparation 
for a serious operation at a Fond du Lac hospital, WIlilam F. Drumm, 59, a life-
long resident of this city and an employe of the Cereal Products company here 
for over 40 years, died in that city at 11:30 o’clock last night. Mr. Drumm had 
been in the institution for ten days and was shortly to have been operated upon 
for goiter from which he had suffered for some time. 
As a youth, he started work as an employe of the William Rahr Sons company and 
though many changes were made in the big institution, he continued with the 
concern and its successor and spent practically his entire active life with the 
organization. He was born in Manitowoc on November 20, 1869. 
Thirty-five years ago he married Bertha Rohrer of this city who, with five 
children, Mrs. Melvin Meisner of Milwaukee, Mrs. C. W. Sheets of New York, Mrs. 
H L. Rux of Chicago, Mrs. Eugene Conklin and Willlam Drumm of this city, two 
brothers, Charles A. and Fred of this cit, two sisters, Mrs. Anna Bausch, 
Manitowoc, and Mrs. Frederica Drumm of Wausau, survive him.
The body was returned to Manitowoc this morning by the Pfeffer company and will 
be taken to the home on S. Tenth street tomorrow afternoon. 
Funeral arrangements have not been completed, the arrangements awaiting receipt 
of information from relatives from outside of the city, but will be announced 
tomorrow. Burial will take place at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, March 22, 1929  P. 13
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[bur. 25 Mar. 1929/age 59 yrs./cause: myocarditis/died in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin]
(William Drumm/age: 59 yrs. 3 mo. 1 day/d. Mar. 21, 1929/St. John's United 
Church of Christ)


WILLIAM J. DRUMM    (d. 1977)

William J. Drumm, 76, of 845 Summit St., Manitowoc, died Sunday in Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in First Lutheran Church Chapel, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce W. Hanstedt will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Drumm was born Jan. 25, 1901, at Manitowoc, son of the late William and 
Bertha Rohrer Drumm and resided in Manitowoc all his life. He married Lorraine I. 
Ellestad Nov. 8, 1927. Prior to his retirement in 1967, he had been employed as a 
plumber for E.W. Braunel Co. and also served as City of Manitowoc plumbing and 
gas inspector. He was a 40 year member of United Assn. of Plumbing and Pipe 
Fitting Industry of United States and Canada and also served on the Plumbing 
Apprenticeship Board for many years.
Survivors include his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Jean Craney of Sheboygan and Mrs. 
Santos (Joan) Zingale of Madison; three sisters, Mrs. Bertha Sheets of Flora, Ind., 
Mrs. Lucy Rux or (sic) Winamac, Ind., and Mrs. Florence Meisner of Manitowoc, six 
grandchildren and a great granddaughter. Also surviving are nieces and nephews. A 
sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 o'clock this Tuesday evening 
until 1 p.m. Wednesday, when the casket will be moved to First Lutheran Church 
Chapel where the body will lie in state until the time of service. The casket will 
remain closed.
Herald Times Reporter, July 5, 1977 P. 3


LYLE R. DRYLL

Private funeral services for Lyle R. Dryll, 40, former Manitowoc resident who 
died Tuesday at home, 2900 Third Ave., Minneapolis, were at 10 a.m. Saturday 
at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Otto Oas Post 659, Veterans of Foreign 
Wars, conducted the services and the military graveside rites at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Post members were pallbearers. 
Dryll was born Sept. 10, 1925, at Manitowoc, son of Peter Dryll and the late 
Agnes Matte Dryll. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Navy 
from Aug. 28, 1943, until April 29, 1946, and was discharged as a seaman first 
class. He had been employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., and Imperial-Eastman, 
Manitowoc, until moving to Minneapolis six years ago.
Survivors are a son, Daniel, and a daughter, Karen, of Milwaukee, his father, 
a brother, Eugene Schwantz, of Manitowoc, three sisters, Mrs. T. A. Tooms, of 
Baltimore, Md., Mrs. Howard Erickson, of Denver, Colo., and Mrs. Edward Stys, 
of Fort Bragg, N.C.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 5, 1966  P.3
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[died Minneapolis, MN/bur. on Mrs. Agnes Schwantz lot]