ANNA GRIEBLING

STRICKEN WITH HEART DISEASE WHILE WORKING
Anna, wife of Europe Griebling, 813 Madison street, passed away suddenly 
yesterday noon, having been busy with her household duties up to a few 
minutes before her death - heart failure being the cause. The decedent, 
whose maiden name was Reitmeier, was born in this city February 22, 1861, 
and was therefore sixty years of age. Although ailing for some months her 
demise proved a shock to her family and many friends, as it came entirely 
unexpected. Besides her husband she leaves four sons and one daughter 
surviving her. They are Hugo, Max and Reinhart Griebling of this city, 
Oscar of Fond du Lac and Mrs. Schuman of Milwaukee. The funeral will take 
place next Wednesday afternoon with interment at Evergreen, Rev. Menke of 
the Reformed church officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, February 7, 1921 P.1
********
[bur 02-09-1921/cause: hemorrage of the brain/bur. on Europe Griebling lot]


BESSIE GRIEBLING

Mrs. Reinhardt Griebling, 71, of 1517 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
morning at Park Lane Home following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Phipps Memorial Chapel of 
First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. James Ludowise will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Griebling, nee Bessie Hrabik, was born March 23, 1897, at Kewaunee, daughter 
of the late Martin and Anna Paulu Hrabik. They moved to Manitowoc in 1906. She was 
graduated from the old Washington High School at Manitowoc in 1915. She was married 
to Reinhardt Griebling June 16, 1920, at Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Mrs. William (Shirley) Wegforth, of 
Manitowoc; three brothers, Frank of Manitowoc, Martin of Fond du Lac, and George 
of Chicago; a sister, Mrs. Anne Raatz, of Manitowoc, and four grandchildren. A 
brother and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Monday until noon Tuesday when the casket will be taken to the chapel where the 
body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 7, 1968  P. 7
********
[d. 09-07-1968/age 71 yrs./wife of Reinhardt Griebling]


CAROLINE GRIEBLING    (d. 1917)

The sympathy of friends will be extended to Mr. and Mrs. Gustave 
Griebling, 1025 South Twenty-first street, in the death of their 
infant daughter. The babe died today and the funeral will be held 
tomorrow afternoon. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, August 20, 1917, Page 5
*******
[cause: defect of central nervous system/bur. on Ernst Dueno lot]


CLARA GRIEBLING

Mrs. Clara Griebling, 83, a resident of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. David A. Passet will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Griebling, nee Clara Qualman, was born July 22, 1893, at Forestville, Wis., 
daughter of the late Henry and Ida Gebhardt Qualman. She was married to Hugo 
Griebling May 6, 1916, at Manitowoc, residing at Manitowoc. Mr. Griebling preceded 
her in death April 16, 1944. Prior to her retirement in 1959, she had been employed 
at Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry, Manitowoc, as a packer.
Survivors include a son, Elroy, of Florida; seven daughters, Mrs. William (Ruth) 
Karlin, Mrs. Victor (Alice) Meisner, Mrs. Melvin (Viola) Sprang and Mrs. Donald 
(Elaine) Brey, of Manitowoc, Mrs. John (Verna) Stewart, of Chicago, Mrs. Andrew 
(Gladys) Myncke, of California and Mrs. Keith (Clara) Synder, of Florida; two 
brothers, Edward, of Algoma and John, of Mukwonago, 28 grandchildren, 40 great 
grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Two brothers and two sisters 
preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 30, 1976 P. 3
********
[widow of Hugo Griebling/bur. on Europe Griebling lot]


ELMA GRIEBLING

Kriplinger
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Kriplinger
Gender Female
Race	White
Birth Date	9 Sep 1889
Birth Place	Manitowoc, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Father  Europa Kriplinger
Mother  Anna Reitmeiver
FHL Film Number	1305082
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
Elma F Gebling
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name	Elma F Gebling
Death Date	27 Sep 1889
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume  02
Page number  0172
Reel	049
Image	1268
Index Volume  01
Sequence Number	119585
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Elma Franzisha Grebling
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Elma Franzisha Grebling
Color/Sex: White Female
Age: Two Weeks
Father: Europe Grebling
Mother: Anna Grebling
Birthplace: Manitowoc Wis.
Birth Date: 9 Sep 1889
Death Date: 27 Sep 1889
Death County: Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: Cholera infantum
Burial place: Manitowoc City Cem
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[Elma Franciska Griebling/bur 09-30-1889/cause: cramps]


EUROPE GRIEBLING

E. GRIEBLING, RESIDENT HERE 72 YEARS, DEAD
Europe Griebling, pioneer resident of the city and county, died 
at his home 813 Madison street, yesterday afternoon following an 
illness of several months. He suffered a slight stroke of paralysis 
last January from which he never rallied. The funeral will be held 
Monday afternoon at two o'clock from the late home and burial will 
be at Evergreen cemetery. The service will be in charge of the Rev. 
E.O. Menke.
Mr. Griebling was born at Mansfield, Ohio, June 30, 1849 and came to 
Manitowoc county with his parents in 1850, the family making its home 
on what is now the Thalhammer place for ten years and then moved to 
Manitowoc where the deceased has made his home ever since. In 1881 he 
was married to Miss Anna Reitmeyer who preceeded him in death two 
years ago. Up until six years ago when he retired Mr. Griebling was 
employed by the William Rahr Sons' company.
He is survived by four sons and one daughter, Hugo, Max and Reinhart 
of this city, Oscar of Fond du Lac and Mrs. Elsie Shummon of Milwaukee. 
Eight grandchildren also survive him.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, October 13, 1922 P.12
******
BURNED WITH HOT PITCH
Europe Griebling Meets with Bad Accident at Rahrs
While engaging in tarring and pitching beer kegs at the plant of the William Rahr 
Sons company on Thursday afternoon, Europe Griebling, an employee of the 
company n that department, was badly burned and will be laid up for some 
time. Mr. Griebling was handling the hot substance when a quantity of it spilled 
out on his hand and a severe burn resulted. The pain was severe and the injured 
man was cared for by a physician who alleviated it as much as possible before 
the man left for his home. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Fri., Nov. 9, 1906 
********
[bur 10-14-1922/cause: cerebral hemorrage]


GUSTAVE GRIEBLING    (d. 1892)

Gus Griebling of this city died this morning. He has been sick for some time.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 11, 1892 pg. 2
********
Gus Griebling who died on Thursday morning last, was born in Liberty this 
county in 1856. At an early age he moved to this city with his father and here 
he grew to manhood. He became an engineer and for some years was in the 
employment of the Goodrich Transportation Co. He had been sick for about 
five weeks. Physically strong and hopeful his death was not looked for until 
within a short time of its occurrence. He was a man who was always true to 
his friends, industrious and self-reliant. He leaves a wife and three children. 
He was a member of M.D.B.A. and that organization attended his funeral in a 
body.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 18, 1892 pg. 3
********
Death Wed. of 36 yr. old Gustav Griebling, of typhus. The deceased worked
the last 5 yrs. as a machinist with the Goodrich Transportation Co. He 
leaves a wife and 3 small children. The funeral will be Sun. in the city 
cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 18 Feb. 1892
*********
[bur. 02-14-1892/age 38 yrs./cause: typhoid fever]
*********
(First publication April 14, 1892.) No. 36
STATE OF WISCONSIN-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. IN PROBATE.
In the matter of the estate of Gustave Griebling, deceased intestate.
On reading and filing the petition of Caroline Griebling of the city of Manitowoc 
in said county, representing among other things that Gustave Griebling an inhabitant 
of said county, on the 10th (sic) day of May (sic) A.D., 1892, at the city of 
Manitowoc in said county died intestate, leaving estate to be administered, and 
that the said petition is the widow of said deceased and praying that administration 
of said estate be to her granted.
It is ordered that said petition be heard at a special term of said county court, 
to be held on Tuesday, the 10th day of May A.D. 1892, at 10 o'clock A.M. at the 
office of the county judge in the city of Manitowoc, in said county.
Ordered further, that notice of the time and place so appointed be given to all 
persons interested, by publication hereof for three weeks successively prior to 
said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at the 
city of Manitowoc in said county.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 8th day of April, A.D. 1892,
By the Court,
Emil Baensch, County Judge.
Schmitz & Kirwan, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, May 5, 1892, P. 4


GUSTAVE GRIEBLING    (d. 1943)

Gustave Griebling, 59, of 1017 South 21st street, died this morning. He had been 
in ill health for some time and then contracted pneumonia.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Pfeffer 
funeral home with the Rev. Carl Hagen officiating. Interment will be made in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Griebling was born in this city on Aug. 18, 1883 and lived there all his 
life. He had been employed as a mechanic at the shipyards until taken ill. 
Thirty-one years ago he married Miss Mabel Dueno. He was a member of the 
Eagles. 
Survivors are the widow; one daughter, Mrs. Ralph Haese of this city; one brother, 
Harvey of Green Bay; and his father-in-law, Ernest Dueno, who made his home at 
the Griebling residence.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Friday at 7 p.m. to the time of 
the services on Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 25, 1943  P. 2
********
[d. 03-25-1943 at Winnebago Hosp., Oshkosh, WI/age 58 yrs./
bur. on Ernst Dueno lot-his father-in-law]


HUGO A. GRIEBLING

Hugo Griebling, 59, of 1414 Clark street died early Sunday morning at the Holy 
Family hospital after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Wednesdy afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Pfeffer 
funeral home with the Rev. Carl Hagen officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Mr. Griebling was born Dec. 9, 1884, in this city and lived here all his life. 
He married Miss Clara Qualman on May 6, 1916. He was a member of the local aerie 
of Eagles. 
Survivors are the wife, one son, Elroy, seven daughters, Gladys and Clarabelle 
at home, Mrs. Victor Meisner, Mrs. Alvin Bailey, Mrs. William Karlan and Mrs. 
Arthur Boyer, all of this city, and Mrs. Raymond McIntyre of Chicago; three 
brothers, Reinhart of this city and Max and Oscar of Fond du Lac, and nine 
grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 7 o’clock this evening to the 
time of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 17, 1944  P. 2
********
[d. 04-16-1944/age 59 yrs./cause: cerebral hemorrhage/
bur. on Europe Griebling lot-his father]
*********
At the parsonage of the German Reformed church, Rev. George Grether 
united in marriage, Miss Clara Qualman of Algoma and Hugo Griebling 
of this city. The bride has made her home here the past two years, 
while the groom is employed at the Seating company. They left for 
Algoma for a few days and will return here to make their home.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, May 6, 1916 P.8
*********
Married - Hugo Griebling and Miss Clara Quallman, both of this city were united 
in wedlock Saturday morning, Rev. George Grethers officiating. The couple left 
on a wedding trip to Algoma after the ceremony. They will reside in this city.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 11, 1916


KATHARINA GRIEBLING

From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-Five Years ago (1892)
Mrs. Griebling, an old lady of this city and one of its early settlers, died on 
Sunday last. On Friday, whe was taken suddenly ill while outside and went to her 
room locking the door. She did not have sufficient strength to reach the bed and 
fell on the floor where she remained without assistance until evening. Her absence 
attracted attention as her door was locked. Ingress to her room was made through 
the window. She was conscious when found but it was evident her sickness would 
prove fatal.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 14, 1917
********
[Mrs. Catharine Griebling/bur. 06-14-1892/age 74 yrs./cause: apoplexy]


MAX C. GRIEBLING

Max Griebling, 71, of 10 Western Ave., Fond du Lac, died Monday evening at St. 
Agnes Hospital, Fond du Lac, following a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Griebling was born Aug. 4, 1866, at Manitowoc, son of the late Europe and 
Anna Reitmeyer Griebling. He moved to Fond du Lac when he was a young man.
Survivors include a brother, Reinhardt, of Manitowoc, and several nieces and 
nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 21, 1959  P. 9 
********
[d. 07-21-1959 at Fond du Lac/bur. on Europe Griebling lot]


MABEL A. GRIEBLING

Mrs. Gustav Griebling, nee Mabel Dueno, 57, died suddenly late Saturday at her 
home, 1017 South 21st street. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Pfeffer funeral home, 
the Rev. John Walker officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Griebling was born in Manitowoc in 1891 and in 1911 was married to Gustave 
Griebling. He died six years ago.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Ralph Haese of Manitowoc; father, Ernest Dueno 
of Manitowoc; brother, Roland of Manitowoc. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home. Mrs. Griebling was a member of the 
Eagles auxiliary. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 28, 1949  P. 2
********
[bur. 03-29-1949/age 57 yrs.]


REINHARDT GRIEBLING

Reinhardt Griebling, 73, of 1517 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died Monday morning 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dale Tutje will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Griebling was born Aug. 18, 1898, at Manitowoc, son of the late Europe and 
Anna Reitmeyer Griebling. He married Bessie Hrabik June 16, 1920, at Manitowoc. 
The couple established residence in Manitowoc, always residing in the city. His 
wife preceded him in death Sept. 7, 1968. He was employed at Northern Wisconsin 
Produce Co., Manitowoc, until his retirement in 1963.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. William (Shirley) Wegforth, of Manitowoc and 
four grandchildren. A sister and two brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home 9th Street entrance from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday 
and Wednesday until the hour of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 7, 1972 


WILLIAM GRIEBLING  (d. 1890)

William Griekling
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: William Griekling
Color/Sex: White M
Age: 75 y  6 mon
Father: Griebling
Occupation: Constable
Birthplace: Germany
Birth Date: 23 Dec 1814
Death Date: 6 Jul 1890
Death County: Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: summer complaint
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[William Henry Griebling] [cause: summer complaint]


WILLIAM H. GRIEBLING  (d. 1915)

W. GRIEBLING LOCAL MAN, DIES AT WATERTOWN
Body to Be Sent Here for Burial, Was 36 Yrs
Messages received last night in the city announced the death of 
William H. Griebling, of this city at Watertown where he has been 
a patient at a sanatorium in that city. Death was due to lung 
trouble from which he had long been a sufferer. 
Decedent was 36 years of age, and was born in this city which had 
been his home most of his life. A mother and two brothers survive, 
all being residents here. The funeral will be held from the chapel 
at Evergreen cemetery tomorrow afternoon at 2:30, the Rev. Grether 
officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, June 24, 1915, Page 4 
*********
[cause: tuberculosis/bur. on Mrs. Gustave Griebling lot]


FRITZ GRIEP

Fredk W R Griep
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name	Fredk W R Griep
Death Date	14 Feb 1880
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume  01
Page number  0325
Reel	048
Image	2276
Index Volume  01
Sequence Number	132167
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Fredk W. R. Griep
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Fredk W. R. Griep
Color/Sex: white male
Age: 4 months  4 days
Father: Carl Griep
Mother: Elisabeth Krase
Birth Date: 10 Oct 1879
Death Date: 14 Feb 1880
Death County: Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: Cramps
Burial place: Manitowoc Wis
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


HENRIETTE GRIEP

(Henriette Griep born Fischer/wife of Aug. Griep/
Jul 9, 1814/May 22, 1874/from death record of First Ger. Evang. ch.)


CAROL P. GRIEPENTROG

Carol P. Griepentrog, age 78, of 951 N. 6th St., Manitowoc, died peacefully at 
her home on Wednesday, May 17, 2000.
Memorial Services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, May 20, 2000, at Redeemer Lutheran 
Church. Rev. Richard Miller will officiate, with burial of her cremated remains 
to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Carol Pasewalk was born in Manitowoc on February 2, 1922, daughter of 
the late Reginald and Ida Dabbert Pasewalk. She graduated from Lincoln High School 
in Manitowoc in 1940 and also was a graduate of Prospect Hall Business School in 
Milwaukee. Carol had worked for the Manitowoc Public School System until her 
retirement in 1987. She was a life long member of Redeemer Lutheran Church.
Carol is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Sue Griepentrog, 
Atlanta, GA.; one daughter, Amy O'Shea, Minneapoli, MN; four grandchildren, Alison 
and Jacob Griepentrog, Joe and Rosie O'Shea.
Relatives and friends may call at Redeemer Lutheran Church on Saturday from 12 noon 
until the time of services.
Jens Family Funeral Services & Crematory is serving the family.
Carol's children and grandchildren were blessed by her love and devotion. Carol's 
life was also richly endowed by the friends who were there for her and with her 
throughout her life.
Herald Times Reporter, May 19, 2000  P. A2


HELEN C. GRIESBACH

Mrs. John N. Griesbach, 78, of 516 Buffalo St., Manitowoc, died Friday evening 
at Bellin Memorial Hospital, Green Bay, following surgery two weeks ago.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and 11 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Claude 
LeClair officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Helen Stiefvater was born Feb. 1, 1888, at St. Nazianz, daughter of 
the late John and Catherine Binversie Stiefvater. She attended St. Gregory School 
at St. Nazianz and was employed as a clerk at Elm Tree Bakery at Appleton for 
seven years prior to her marriage, to John Griesbach Oct. 14, 1913, at St. Joseph 
Church, Appleton. 
The couple observed its golden wedding anniversary in 1963.
After marriage the couple operated a farm in Marathon County and resided briefly 
in Rozellville, Wis., before coming to Manitowoc in 1928.
She was a member of Sacred Heart Rosary Society and honorary member of the Catholic 
Women’s Club.
Survivors include her husband; a son, John Jr., of Rt. 3, Manitowoc; seven daughters, 
Mrs. Margaret Silbersack, Mrs. Edwin Komoroski and Mrs. Ira Klabunde of Two Rivers, 
Mrs. Dolores Engelbrecht and Mrs. Irving Johnson of Manitowoc, Mrs. Willard Matthias 
of Cleveland and Mrs. Don Loughrin of Princeton; two brothers, Richard, of Glendive, 
Mont., and Edward of Mishawaka, Ind.; a sister, Mary of Manitowoc; 37 grandchildren 
and four great grandchildren.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Monday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be 
recited at 7 p.m. by the Catholic Women’s Club and Daughters of Isabella and 8 p.m. 
Monday by Rosary Society and Knights of Columbus.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 3, 1966  P. 14
********
[d. 9-2-1966, Green Bay, WI/age 78 yrs/wife of John N. Griesbach]


JOHN N. GRIESBACH

John N. Griesbach, 94, of Family Heritage Nursing Home, Manitowoc, formerly of 
518 Buffalo St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, Sept. 21, at the nursing home.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Parkside Funeral Home and 11 a.m. 
at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by the Rev. William Zimmer and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Griesbach was born Jan. 17, 1968, in Marathon County, Wis., son of the late 
Frederick and Margaret Schilling Griesbach. He owned and operated a farm in 
Marathon County. In 1929, he moved to Manitowoc, where he had been employed at 
Mirro Corporation, and later at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company, retiring in 1953. 
He married Helen Stiefvater Oct. 14, 1913, at Appleton. She preceded him in death 
in 1966. Mr. Griesbach was past president of the Holy Name Society, a member of 
Boilermakers Union Local No. 443, and an honorary member of Knights of Columbus 
Council No. 710. He was also a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc, 
the choir of the church, and the dart ball team of the church to which he 
participated until the age of 85. 
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, John and Betty Griesbach of Manitowoc; 
five daughters and four sons-in-law, Monica and Ira Klabunde of Two Rivers, Helen 
and Irving Johnson of Manitowoc, Alice and Willard Matthias of Cleveland, Betty 
and Don Loughrin of Princeton, and Delores Engelbrecht of Manitowoc; two sisters, 
Delia Griesbach of Cazenovia, Wis., and Mae Monks of Marshfield, Wis; 40 grand-
children, 54 great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in 
death by a son, two daughters and eight brothers and sisters. 
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home from 4 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Wednesday 
afternoon where a prayer service will be held at 8 o'clock by Father Zimmer, followed 
by a Knights of Columbus Council No. 710 memorial service.
Herald Time Reporter, September 22, 1982  P. 3


HENRY L. GRIESE

Henry L. Griese, age 92, of 950 S. Rapids Road, Manitowoc, died on Tuesday 
morning, Nov. 6, 2007, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. 
Henry was born on March 31, 1915, in Plymouth son of the late Leon and Nelda 
(Bade) Griese. He grew up in Plymouth and was a 1933 graduate of Plymouth High 
School. Henry was a World War II veteran, serving in the Army Air Force from 
Jan. 17, 1942, until April 26, 1946. On Dec. 26, 1945, he was married to 
Gwendolin Ravening in London, England. He was later married to Joan Monka on 
April 24, 1950, and she preceded him in death on Sept. 3, 1975. Henry was in 
sales most of his life, having been in real estate from 1954 to 1995. He was 
past president of the Manitowoc County Board of Realtors, a member of the Izaak 
Walton League Manitowoc Chapter 138, and the Travelers Protective Association. 
Henry enjoyed biking, canoeing, walking and senior ice skating. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by one brother and sister-in-law. 
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2007, at the 
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard Runge 
will officiate, with burial of his cremated remains at Evergreen Cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2007, 
from 1 p.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 8, 2007 


JOAN M. GRIESE

Mrs. Henry (Joan M.) Griese, 46, of 1321 No. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
evening at Milwaukee County General Hospital, Milwaukee.
Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at St. James Episcopal Church, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. William R. Harvey officiating.
Mrs. Griese, nee Joan Monka, was born June 20, 1929, at Manitowoc, daughter of 
Harold Monka and the late Gertrude Pietersen Monka. She was a Manitowoc resident 
most of her life and was graduated as a registered nurse from Holy Family School 
of Nursing, Manitowoc, in 1950. She was married to Henry Griese April 24, 1950, 
at St. James Episcopal Church. She was past president of Holy Family Hospital 
Alumini Assn. and Holy Family Nursing Staff and a member of Business and 
Professional Womens Club and St. James Episcopal Church. 
Survivors include her husband, two daughters, Mrs. Michael (Linda) Lynch, of 
Pikesville, Md., and Miss Kay Lynn Griese, at home and her father, Harold Monka 
of Manitowoc.
There will be no visitation. Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in 
charge of funeral arrangements. Memorials may be made to St. James Episcopal 
Church, 434 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc.
Herald Times Reporter, September 4, 1975  p. 17 
*******
[d. 09-03-1975 at Wauwatosa WI/age 46 yrs./cremains/wife of Henry L. Griese]


CLARA GRIEWSKI

Mrs. Clara Griewski, 81, a former Manitowoc resident, died Thursday at Napa, 
Calif. Cremation followed.
Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Griewski, nee Clara Olson, was born July 28, 1892, at Hurley, Wis., 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs.  Hans Olson. She had been married to Fred Koch and 
George Griewski, both of whom preceded her in death.
Survivors include two sons, Irvin and Chic Koch, of Manitowoc; a daughter, 
Mrs. Virgil (Patricia) Courtright, of Napa, Calif.; two brothers; five sisters; 
eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A daughter, Audrey, preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home after 1 p.m. Thursday until the time 
of service at 2 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, May 29, 1974   P. 23
*******
[d. 05-23-1974/cremains/widow of George J. Griewski]


GEORGE J. GRIEWSKI

George John Griewski, 43, of 1714 Green street, Manitowoc, died Thursday 
morning at his home following a heart attack.
Mr. Griewski was born in 1908 at Ironwood, Mich. He married Mrs. Clara Koch
at Waukegan, Ill., and the couple moved to Manitowoc where Mr. Griewski 
operated a plumbing shop. He was a member of the Eagles lodge and the United
Commercial Travelers of Manitowoc.
Funeral arrangements will be announced Friday.
Survivors are his wife; daughter, Miss Patricia Koch of Whittier, Calif.; 
two sons, Hillary Koch of Venice, Calif., and Irvin Koch of Manitowoc; three
brothers, Bernard and Francis, both of Ironwood, Mich., and Earl of Milwaukee;
two sisters, Mrs. Adolph Rigotti and Mrs. Margaret Munzinger, both of Ironwood,
Mich., and one grandchild.
The casket is at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, May 3, 1951 p.2
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[d. 05-03-1951/age 44 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Clara Griewski lot]


EMMA C. GRIFFIN

Mrs. Emma Griffin, 95, who had resided with a daughter, Mrs. Eugene Kadow, of 
915 N. 22nd St,. Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning at Manitowoc County Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 
11 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Ralph Gillis will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Griffin was born at Manitowoc July 28, 1870, daughter of the late Henry 
and Caroline Meyer Carle Sr. She was married in 1892 to Robert L. Griffin and 
the couple resided at Chicago and Milwaukee until 1915, coming to Manitowoc. 
Her husband died in 1913.
She is survived by a son, Robert h. Griffin, and two daughters, Mrs. Lester 
(Ruth) Lambries and Mrs. Eugene (Mabel) Kadow, of Manitowoc, a grandson, William 
Kadow, of Newark, Ill., and three great grandchildren. A son preceded her in 
death. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 7:30 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 2, 1966  P. 32
*******
[d. 5-3-1966/age 95 yrs/bur. on Robert H. Griffin lot]


LILLIAN GRIFFIN

Death Wednesday evening last week of Mrs. Lillian Griffin in the home of her
parents here, Mr. and Mrs. William Kelley. She was the wife of Dudley Griffin, 
an employee of the Goodrich Transit Co., and was 24 years of age. She had been 
ill for a couple of weeks. In addition to her husband and one child, she is
survived by her parents, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. The funeral was held Friday 
from the English Methodist Church.
Der Nord Westen, 07 Oct. 1909 
********
DEATH WAS SUDDEN
Mrs. Griffin, Victim of Heart Trouble, Dies Suddenly
Heart failure from which she had suffered for several months claimed Mrs. Lillian 
Griffin as its victim Wednesday night, her death occurring suddenly at the home of 
her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Kelley, N. Eighth Street. Mrs. Griffin, the wife 
of Dudley Griffin, an employe of the Goodrich Co., was a bride of two years and 
made her home at Muskegon but a few weeks ago was brought to the home of her parents 
here. She was 24 years of age and is survived by her husband, parents, three brothers 
and two sisters. The funeral will be held Friday at 2 o'clock from St. Paul's M.E. 
Church with interment at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., Sept. 30, 1909
********
[cause: nephritis]


ROBERT H. GRIFFIN

Robert H. Griffin, 69, who resided with a sister, Mrs. Eugene Kadow, of 915 N. 
22nd St, Manitowoc, for the past 18 years, died Saturday night at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 9:30 
a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will 
officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Griffin was born Jan. 7, 1907, at Milwaukee, son of the late Robert L. and 
Emma Carle Griffin. He moved to Manitowoc in 1916, residing at Manitowoc since. 
He had been retired the past six years.
Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Eugene (Mabel) Kadow and Mrs. Lester (Ruth) 
Lambries, of Manitowoc and a nephew, William Kadow, of St. Petersburg, Fla.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. o’clock this Monday 
evening, where a memorial service will be at 7:15 o’clock.
Herald Times Reporter, May 24, 1976  P. 3


MARIE GRIFFIS

Anna Maria M S Rosek
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Anna Maria M S Rosek
Gender  Female
Birth Date	17 Jul 1884
Birth Place	Brown County, Wisconsin
Father  Simon Rosek
Mother  Anna Kubiech
FHL Film Number	1306425
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
Marie Anna Griffis
Death • Muskegon County, Michigan, U.S., Death Index, 1867-1965
Name	Marie Anna Griffis
Death Date	1953
Death Place	Muskegon, Michigan, USA
"Muskegon County, Michigan, U.S., Death Index, 1867-1965"
*****
[Marie A. Griffis/d. 03-31-1953 at Muskegon, MI/
age 68 yrs./bur. on Simon Rosik lot]


AMANDA E. GRIMM

Mrs. Amanda E. Grimm, 77, of 836 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient the past two 
months.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Grimm, nee Amanda Schroeder, was born July 6, 1892, in Town of Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Carl and Wilhelmine Zerull Schroeder.. She was married to 
Roland H. Grimm Sept. 23, 1912, at Manitowoc, where the couple resided. He 
preceded her in death Jan. 17, 1931. She was a member of the Ladies Aid of St. 
John United Church of Christ.
Survivors include two sons, Roland and Kenneth of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. 
Mary Liebert of Sheboygan and Mrs. Alma DuFresne of Green Bay, and a grandson 
(Survivor omitted for privacy.)
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 4, 1970
********
[d. 03-03-1970/age 77 yrs./widow of Roland Grimm]
(b. 6 Jul 1892/d. Mar 1970/SSDI)


AUGUSTA GRIMM

The funeral of the late Mrs. Grimm will be held from the family home 
Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Interment will be at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, September 23, 1910  P. 2
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MANITOWOC RESIDENT DIES
After being ill but three days, Mrs. George Grimms(sic) of Manitowoc, passed away 
at the family home, 729 North Ninth Street, Wednesday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock. 
Mrs. Grimms and family celebrated the anniversary of her birth on Sunday when she 
became 60 years of age. She was then in the best of health but immediately after 
became very ill from which she did not recover. She was confined to her bed for 
three days and then came the end, due to heart trouble.
The Reporter, Tues., Sept. 27, 1910
*******
Mrs. George Grimm; aged 60 years, died suddenly last Thursday at her home on 
North 9th street, from heart failure. She had not been feeling well for a few 
days but her death was not expected. She is survived by her husband and six 
children. The children are Mrs. Dever and Miss Ida of Milwaukee, Mrs. Krause 
of Dorcheser, Wis., George Grimm of Chicago and Hattie and Roland of this city. 
The funeral was held last Sunday afternoon.
Manitowoc Pilot, September 29, 1910

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Order to hear Petition for Administration.
STATE OF WISCONSIN, Manitowoc County Court-In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of Augusta Grimm, deceased, intestate.
On reading and filing the petition of George C. Grimm, of City of Chicago, State of Illinois, representing among other things that Augusta Grimm an inhabitant of said county of Manitowoc on the 10th day of September, A.D., 1910, at City of Manitowoc, Wisconsin died intestate, leaving estate to be administered, and that the said petitioner is a son of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to William Kiel granted.
It is Ordered, that said petition be heard at a special term of said County Court to be held on Tuesday, the 27th day of January, 1914, at 10 o'clock A.m., at the office of the County Judge in the city of Manitowoc, in said county.
Ordered Further, that notice of the time and place so appointed, be given to all persons interested, by publication hereof for three weeks successively, prior to said day of hearing,in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at City of Manitowoc, in said County.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 29th day of December A.D., 1913.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Hougen & Brady, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, January 1, 1914 P. 4

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[cause: rupture]


AUGUSTE EMILIE GRIMM

Auguste E Grimm
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907
Name	Auguste E Grimm
Birth Date	20 Jan 1872
Birth Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Reel	0114
Record Number	001751
"Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Auguste Emilie Grimm
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Auguste Emilie Grimm
Gender  Female
Birth Date  20 Jan 1872
Birth Place  Manitowoc, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
Father  George Grimm
FHL Film Number	1305080
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
[George Grim/bur. 01-08-1873]
(Auguste Emilie Grimm/dau. of Georg Grimm/died Jan. 12, 1873/
buried Jan. 14, 1873/age 11 mo. 22 da.)    
[Burial register has "buried the child of George Grim, $1.25". The burial date 
is faint, as is the one following it which may be the 11th. The burial date 
is definitely between Jan. 6th and Jan. 26th.]
*****
*NOTE: Auguste had a twin brother/George Carl Grimm/1872-1942


GEORGE GRIMM  (d. 1925)

GRIMM ONE OF FIRST BORN IN CITY GATES
George Grimm, born in this city in 1848 at the foot of Jay street, 
near where the Reiss docks now are, is today observing the seventy-
third anniversary of his birth at his home on North Ninth street. 
Mr. Grimm is enjoying the best of  health and is at his work daily. 
He is employed at the Aluminum Specialty company with which concern 
he has been for a number of years. Mr. Grimm has watched the growth 
of the city from a village to its present status as a city and sees 
a bright future for this "his own home town."
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, October 6, 1921 P.1
********
PIONEER FIRE FIGHTER OF CITY PASSES
George Grimm, Sr., Was Member Volunteers for Ten Years
Flags on the two city fire stations are at half mast today in honor 
of George Grimm, Sr., one of the pioneer members of city fire fighting 
organizations who passed away at the home of his son, Roland Grimm, 
925 South Twenty-second street this morning. Funeral services for Mr. 
Grimm will be held from the home Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, the 
Rev. Recht of St. John's church officiating. Burial will be at 
Evergreen.
For ten years Mr. Grimm served with the old volunteer fire department 
of the city, six years as a member of the South Side department and 
four years at the North Side station. With organization of the paid 
department Mr. Grimm severed his connection with the service.
Pioneer Foundryman
Mr. Grimm was one of the pioneer foundrymen of Manitowoc and at his 
death was associated with his son in his favorite business, which he 
had followed for sixty years. He started in the business at the age 
of 15 and was the oldest molder in the city at his death. For eighteen 
years he was foreman at the Smalley foundry and retired in 1905, later 
organizing the Grimm Foundry Co., with his son.
Born in this city October 6, 1848 Mr. Grimm was 77 at his death. His 
wife, to whom he was married in youth, preceded him in death in 1910 
and he is survived by five children, Mrs. Ida Raduenz, Mrs. John Dever, 
Miss Hattie Grimm, Milwuakee; Roland, this city and George C. Grimm, 
of Los Angeles, Cal. There are also seven grandchildren and three great 
grandchildren surviving.
Mr. Grimm was well and favorably known and had a wide circle of friends. 
He was interested in his business and his home.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, March 19, 1925 P.2
********
(George Grimm/St. John's United Church of Christ)


HILDEGARDE E. GRIMM

Mrs. Hildegarde E. Grimm, 70, of 2350 S. 23rd St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
February 20, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. 
at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Harold Berryman will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Grimm, nee Hildegarde E. Hartl, was born Dec. 1, 1911, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Phillip and Theresa Kroner Hartl Sr.  She was married 
to Roland E. Grimm Aug. 8, 1942, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
He preceded her in death Aug. 9, 197. Mrs. Grimm was a member of Daughters 
of Isabella, Rosary and Altar Society of St. Mary Church and Manitowoc Senior 
Citizens.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Marjorie Grimm of 
Sheboygan; a brother, Philip Hartl and a brother-in-law, Kenneth Grimm of 
Manitowoc; two grandchildren, Dawn Marie and Brian Michael, and a niece and 
nephews. A son, Robert, and brothers and sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 3 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Monday 
afternoon. A Rosary service will be at 3:30 o'clock by the Rosary and Altar 
Society. A prayer service will be at 7:30 o'clock by Daughters of Isabella, 
relatives and friends. 
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 22, 1982  P. 3
********
[widow of Roland E. Grimm/bur. on Mrs. Roland H. Grimm lot]


KENNETH C. GRIMM

Kenneth C. Grimm, age 92 a Manitowoc resident, died on Friday afternoon, 
April 19, 2013 at his residence. 
He was born on October 5, 1920 in Manitowoc, son of the late Roland H. and 
Amanda (Schroeder) Grimm. Kenny was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High 
School. He served in the US Army with the Signal Corps. in Australia and 
Washington D.C. from 1942 until 1945. Kenny was the owner of Grimms Jewelry 
Store for several years. He was a member of the Manitowoc Senior Center and 
the Manitowoc Police Dept. TRIAD. Kenny loved dancing.
Survivors include one nephew: Donald and Marge Grimm, Sheboygan; one great 
niece: Dawn and Scott Pachniak, Algonquin, Illinois; one great nephew: Brian 
and Joy Grimm, Plymouth; three great great nieces: Mariah, Vanessa and 
Sierra Grimm; two great great nephews: Brenden and Tyson Pachniak; and a 
special friend: Bonnie Brooks and her son; Jim Brooks.
Kenny was also preceded in death by one brother and sister-in-law; Roland E. 
(Hilde) Grimm, one nephew; Robert Grimm.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the memorial service will be 
the Rev. Dr. James Klein. Cremation has occurred at All-Care Cremation 
Center, Manitowoc and Kenny will be laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc from 9:00 AM until 10:45 AM on Thursday, April 25, 2013.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc are 
assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter from April 21, 2012

LOUIS H. GRIMM

On Wednesday last week, Geo. Grimm, who lives on North 9th Street, received a telegram advising that his son had been killed in El Paso, Texas. While working as an electrician repairing the lines he touched a live wire. The body was brought here for burial.
Der Nord Westen, 05 Apr. 1906
********
ELECTRIC SHOCK CARRIED DEATH
Louis Grimm, Killed at El Paso, Texas; Will Be Brought Here for Burial
Ready to end his day's labor and hesitating only to fasten a wire as the hour struck, Louis Grimm, a Manitowoc boy at El Paso, Texas, was stricken by death which lingered in the electric current and the dead body is now enroute to the parents in this city for burial. The tragedy happened Tuesday evening and the unfortunate lad was instantly killed. Grimm was employed as an electrician for the El Paso Electric Lighting Co., and has been in Texas for several years. Tuesday,, he had been at work on the lines and just as the hour struck ending his work, he attempted to make a connection, suffering the shock that caused his death. News of the death reached the city Wednesday morning.
The dead youth was a son of Mr. and Mrs. George Grimm, 729 No. Ninth Street and visited here last summer and also planned to return to the city to remain this summer. He was 26 years of age and was born in Manitowoc. As a boy, he was employed at the Stock pharmacy and later was employed at Chicago going from there to El Paso. Besides his parents, two brothers and four sisters survive. The body is expected here Saturday and the funeral will probably be held Sunday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Thurs., Mar. 29, 1906
********
Funeral services for the late Louis Grimm will be held from the home at 1:30 and from the German Lutheran Church at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon. The body reached here from El Paso, Texas this morning in charge of a nurse and was taken at once to the family home, 729 No. Ninth Street.
Manitowoc Daily Herald – Sat., Mar. 31, 1906
********
El Paso Times Recites Manner in Which Louis Grimm was Killed
Details of the manner in which Louis Grimm, of this city, met his death in that city are given in a column article published by the El Paso, Texas Times, copies of which have been received by relatives. Grimm was killed a month ago while engaged in his work as line repairer for the International Light & Power Co. The accident occurred when the youth attempted to repair a defective lamp and he was killed instantly by the shock from a live wire. Grimm had placed his arm about the lamp to left it up in place and came in contact with the wire in that manner. The El Paso paper says he was one of the best electricians in the state and was valued as an employee by the company. He was popular with friends.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Tues., May 29, 1906 
********
[cause: electric shock]

PHILIPP GRIMM

Philip Grimm
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name	Philip Grimm
Death Date	29 Sep 1878
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume  01
Page number  0281
Reel	048
Image	2012
Index Volume  01
Sequence Number	132784
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Philip Grimm
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Philip Grimm
Color/Sex: White Male
Age: 27 years
Father: Peter Grimm
Mother: Kungada Grimm
Occupation: Moulder
Birthplace: Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co.
Spouse: Mary Grimm
Birth Date: 22 Jan 1851
Death Date: 29 Sep 1878
Death County: Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: Consumption of the lungs
Burial place: Public Cemetery Manitowoc
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[Philip Grimm/bur. 10-10-1878] 


ROBERT R. GRIMM

Funeral services were held at 2:30 o’clock this afternoon at the Pfeffer funeral 
home for Robert Roland, two day old son of Mr. and Mrs. Roland Grimm, of 933-A 
North 15th street who died at the Hoy Family hospital. The Rev. E. A. Radey 
officiated with burial in Evergreen cemetery.
Survivors are the parents; brother, Donald; paternal grandmother, Mrs. Amanda 
Grimm; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Philip Hartl Sr. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 16, 1947  P. 2
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[d. 07-15-1947/age 23 hours/bur. on Roland Grimm lot]


ROLAND E. GRIMM    (d. 1975)

Roland E. Grimm, 61, of 1024 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Saturday 
at Sheboygan.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. John United Church of Christ, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Grimm was born Oct. 16, 1913, at Manitowoc, son of the late Roland H. and 
Amanda E. Schroeder Grimm. He married Hildegarde Hartl Aug. 8, 1942, at St. 
Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He was employed at Manitowoc Public 
Utilities and was owner of Hilltop Realty Co. of Manitowoc. He was a member 
of Manitowoc County Board of Realtors.
Survivors include his wife, a son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Marjorie Grimm, 
of Sheboygan; a brother, Kenneth, of Manitowoc and two grandchildren, Dawn Marie 
and Brian Michael. A son, Robert, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 o’clock this 
Monday evening until 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and at the church from noon until the 
time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, August 11, 1975  P. 16
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[d. 08-09-1975 at Sheboygan WI/age 61 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Roland H. Grimm lot]


ROLAND H. GRIMM    (d. 1931)

ROLAND GRIMM DIES TODAY AT THE HOSPITAL
Founder of Grimm Foundry and Grimm Oil Co. Passes Away After 3 Weeks' Illness
Roland H. Grimm, 38, founder and owner of the Grimm foundry and also the Grimm
Oil Co. passed away shortly after 2 o'clock this afternoon at the hospital
here. He had been ill for the past three weeks with an attack of typhoid fever.
Last Saturday his condition became critical and he was removed from his home,
819 South Twenty-first street, to the hospital.
The deceased was born in this city and has always made his home here. A number
of years ago he established the Grimm foundry on the west side, adjoining the
Northwestern tracks on Twenty-first street. In later years he founded the 
Grimm Oil Co. and established a filling station on Twenty-first street north
of the foundry.
Well Known Ball Player
The deceased was a well known amateur baseball player in Manitowoc in years
past and played on the Lutheran Men's club team and other teams in the county.
Besides his wife he is survived by two sons, Roland Jr. and Kenneth, one
brother George C. and two sisters, Miss Hattie and Mrs. Ida Raddenz. The three
latter reside in California, and arrangements for the funeral are being held
up pending word from them.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, January 17, 1931  p.1
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[bur. 1-21-1931/age 39 yrs/cause: typhoid fever]
(d. 17 Jan. 1931/age 39 yrs. 5 mo. 1 da./St. John's United Church of Christ)


WILLARD GRIMM

Willard D. (Bill) Grimm, 335, of 1301 Martin St., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
evening at St. Joseph Hospital, Marshfield, following a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Grimm was born July 10, 1932 at Fargo, N.D. He served in the U.S. Navy 
from January, 1950 until January, 1952, when he moved to Manitowoc and 
married the former Joan T. Musial April 28, 1954. He was employed in the 
Marshfield area as a foreman for the Ohio Pipeline Co. and was a member of 
the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 139.
Survivors include his wife, two sons, Steven and Michael, and three daughters, 
Renee, Theresa and Julie at home; his mother, Mrs. Vera Grimm, of Odessa, 
Minn.; four brothers, Marvin, of Minneapolis, Minn., Loren, of Appleton, Orval 
of Ortonville, Minn., and Gerald, of Milband S.D., and a sister, Mrs. John 
Stolzberry, of Ortonville.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday until the time of 
service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 13, 1967  P. 10 
*********
[Willard D./d. 11-11-1967 at Marshfield WI/age 35 yrs.]


MILDRED GROB

HEART ATTACK TAKES LIFE OF ANEX-TEACHER 
Mrs. Mildred Markham Grob, a Former High School Faculty Member, Dies At West Allis 
Another pall of sadness hovered over the city and the Lincoln high school here 
today when it was announced that Mrs. Benjamin Grob, nee Mildred Markham, for 
ten years instructor in the art department of the high school and one of the 
most beloved of teachers, had fallen victim of a heart attack at her home in 
West Allis yesterday morning at 10 o’clock. The death of Mrs. Grob is the second 
tragic death among past members of the faculty coach W.L. Johnson losing his life 
a week ago last night.
The bride of less than a year was stricken without warning as she was about her 
home which she entered as a bride only last July. Members of her family and 
immediate friends had no knowledge of her serious illness and her sudden demise 
has shocked and stunned them.
Born in Manitowoc 
Mrs. Grob was a life-long resident of the city of Manitowoc, being born in the 
home still occupied by her parents, Attorney and Mrs. H. L. Markham at 521 North 
Fifth street, on June 17, 1895. Following her graduation from the local schools, 
she entered and graduated from the art Institute at Chicago. Later she took an 
advanced history course at the University of Wisconsin, continuing her studies 
later at the University of California at Berkeley, California. She returned here 
about eleven years ago and up until the time of her marriage last July was a member 
of the high school faculty where she was admired by students and faculty alike. 
During her residence here, Mrs. Grove was active in church as well as in art circles 
of the city. As a member of the choir of St. James church she was an active choir 
worker and was a member of the Sanctuary and St. Faiths guilds of the church. She 
was a member of the Order of Eastern Star and Daughters of the American Revolution.
Services on Tuesday 
In addition to her parents, Attorney and Mrs. Markham, she is survived by three 
sisters, Mrs. Eugene W. Karow, Evanston; Mrs. Mark W. Culver, Frankfort, Indiana 
and Mrs. Charlotte Markham Kannellos, at present at Athens, Greece, but who expected 
to sail for America in the near future.
The body will arrive in the city late tonight and after being removed to the Frazier 
Mortuary will be taken to the St. James Episcopal church at 10 o’clock tomorrow 
morning to remain until the services at 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon.
Services at the Episcopal church will be in charge of Rev. William F. Hood and 
will be followed by services at Evergreen cemetery where interment will take 
place.
Manitowoc Herald News, May 20, 1929 P. 2
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[cause: eclampsia/bur. on John D. Markham lot]
(Mildred Marie MARKHAM (Mrs. Benj.)/d. 19 May 1929/res. West Allis, Wis./
from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
*********
Married
Miss Mildred Markham, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Markham, 521 North Fifth 
Street, this city and Benjamin Grob of West Allis were married Tuesday. The 
ceremony which was simple but pretty was performed at the home of the bride's 
parents with the Rev. Hood officiating. The couple was attended by Mrs. Mark 
Culver, sister of the bride as matron of honor, the Misses Ruth Grob, sister 
of the groom and Cornelia Karow as bridesmaids. Theodore Grob attended his 
brother as best man. The ceremony was followed by a luncheon served for members 
of the bridal party and a few intimate friends after which the couple left on a 
wedding trip through the northern part of the state making the trip by motor. 
Mr. and Mrs. Grob will be at home at West Allis after August 1, the groom being 
an engineer at the Allis-Chalmers plant there.
The bride has been one of the successful teachers in the city high school for 
several years. She is a young lady of many graces of mind and person and will 
prove to be truly a helpmate and companion of the husband she has chosen to 
honor with her hand. Among the out of town guests at the wedding were Misses 
Ruth Grob, West Allis, Cornelia Karow, Madison, Eugene Karow, Evanston; A. Karow, 
Madison; Mrs. Ben Crames, Highland Park and A. Peternec of West Allis.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 19, 1928
[Mildred Grob/d. West Allis, Wis.]


HENRY GROBE

HENRY GROBE STRICKEN AT HOME THIS A.M. 
For Many Years as Employee of City 
Henry Grobe who for years was an employee of the city, died at the home of his 
daughter, Mrs. B. Friedenberger, North Tenth street, at 8 o’clock this morning, 
death resulting from a stroke of paralysis which he suffered about ten days ago.
Mr. Grobe was born in the Town of Kossuth and would have been 66 years of age 
on December 23rd. He has resided in Manitowoc County all of his life and after 
leaving the employ of the city was engaged as an engineer at the Manitowoc Land 
and Fuel company. Seven years ago, he suffered from a paralytic stroke and has 
been inactive since that time living a retired life.
Surviving Family 
Besides his widow Mrs. Mary Grobe he is survived by his daughter with whom he 
made his home, and two sons, Benjamin of Milwaukee and Elmer who is located in 
the West. One brother George Grobe at Milwaukee and two sisters, Mrs. Anton 
Peiper of St. Paul and Mrs. R. Travers of Long Beach, California, together with 
six grandchildren also survive.
Deceased was a member of the Modern Woodmen with which organization he has been 
active for many years. Funeral arrangements had not been completed up until a 
late hour today.
Manitowoc Herald News, November 21, 1923  P. 2
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[bur 11-24-1923/cause: cerebral hemorrhage]


JOHANNA GROBE

HEART ATTACK CLAIMS LIFE OF MRS. GROBE
Stricken with a heart attack at her home at 1915 Western Avenue, yesterday 
afternoon, Mrs. Johanna Grobe, aged 53, died a few moments later after being 
rushed to the Holy Family hospital. Mrs. Grobe had been in the best of health 
and there was no warning of what was to happen.
Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 9 from the St. Paul church, 
the Rev. Father Jaekels officiating, and burial will take place at Evergreen.
Born in Kossuth, Nov. 30, 1874, Mrs. Grobe, nee Rumpf, shortly after removed 
to this city with her parents where her life had been passed. Mr. Grobe 
preceded her in death several years ago.
Surviving her are her father, Henry Rumpf, three daughters, Mrs. George Keter 
of this city, and the Misses Anita and Ida who made their home with their mother. 
A grandchild and two brothers, Frank Rumpf of Kossuth and Albert of Two Rivers, 
and a sister, Mrs. William Bozenthal, also survive. 
Manitowoc Herald News, May 7, 1927  P. 2
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[Mrs. Johanna Grobe/bur. 5-9-1927/cause: apoplexy/bur. on Walter Joyce lot]


LELA GROBE

Mrs. Lela Dedrick Grobe of Green Bay, and a former Manitowoc resident died 
Friday afternoon at a Green Bay hospital. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
with the Rev. William Koehler of Green Bay officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was the daughter of the late John and Hannah Herman Dedrick and attended 
schools at Manitowoc. She was married to B.F. Grobe in 1937 and he died in 
1939. Mrs. Grobe was a registered nurse by profession graduating from 
Columbia Hospital, Milwaukee. She was employed as an industrial nurse at 
Albert Trostel Tannery, Milwaukee, until her retirement six years ago when 
she moved to Green Bay. 
Among survivors are two sisters, Mrs. M. L. Johnson, of Green Bay and Mrs. 
C. O. Schmidt of Lahoya, Calif.; two step-daughters, Mrs. John Scheurrell 
and Mrs. Glenn Phillips of Milwaukee; a step-son, Eugene of Milwaukee, and 
two nephews, Donald Schmidt of California and Robert Dedrick of Cincinatti.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. The casket will 
remain closed.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 10, 1962  P. 3
*******
[age 75 yrs./bur. on Mrs. John Dedrick lot]
[Lela Grobe/d. 11-09-1962 at Green Bay WI]


MARY GROBE

MRS. M. GROBE CLAIMED AFTER LONG ILLNESS
Death came to Mrs. Mary Grobe at the hospital yesterday after a long and patient 
siege of sufferings, the end coming somewhat expectedly and as a relief from her 
suffering. She had been ailing for several months with heart complications and 
had spent the last three weeks at the Holy Family hospital. She was the daughter 
of Matthew Grobe, who nearly 100 years ago settled in the town of Kossuth. 
Mrs. Grobe was born at Kossuth March 25, 1863, being 64 years of age at the time 
of death. She had lived in this city for nearly 44 years, coming here after her 
marriage in 1874. Mr. Grobe passed away four years ago. Three children remain to 
mourn the passing of their parents, being a daughter, Mrs. B. Friedenberger, with 
whom the deceased made her home in late years, at 810 North Tenth street, and two 
sons, Ben of Milwaukee and Elmer of California. Eight grandchildren also survive.
Mrs. Grobe is survived by three brothers, Nic of Sheboygan, Matthew about whom 
nothing can be learned, and John of Manitowoc, and two sisters, Mrs. Frank Haas 
of Kossuth and Mrs. Catherine Schrimpf of Sheboygan.
The Wattawa chapel was open this afternoon for friends to view the remains and 
will be open this evening from 7 until 9:30. Funeral services will take place at 
nine tomorrow morning from the chapel to the Sacred heart church, and burial will 
take place at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 6, 1927  P. 2
*******
[bur: 6-7-1927/cause: interstitial nephritis/bur. on Mrs. Henry Grobe lot]


NORA GROBE

Francis L Grobe
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907
Name	Francis L Grobe
Birth Date	26 Dec 1895
Birth Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Reel	0119
Record Number  002926
"Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Franziska Nora Gonske
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Franziska Nora Gonske
[Franziska Nora Geobe]
Gender  Female
Race	White
Birth Date	26 Dec 1895
Birth Place	Manitowoc, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Father  Theador Geobe
Mother  Johanna Rump
FHL Film Number	1305083
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
Nora F Grobe
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name	Nora F Grobe
Death Date	17 Feb 1896
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume  03
Page number  0095
Reel  050
Image	0539
Index Volume  02
Sequence Number	133126
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Nora F. Grobe
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Nora F. Grobe
Color/Sex: w f
Age: 53 days
Father: Grobe
Birthplace: Manitowoc Wis.
Death Date: 17 Feb
Death County: Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[Nora Grobe/bur 02-17-1896/age 53 days/cause: convulsions]


THEODORE GROBE

Theodore Grobe died at the family home, 907 St. Claire street, this morning, 
aged 50. Mr. Grobe was employed by the Dry Dock Co. until recently. He had 
resided here seventeen years, coming to the city from Kossuth. He is survived 
by a widow and three daughters. The funeral will be held Saturday morning at 
10, Rev. O’Leary officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 8, 1913  P. 4
*******
[bur. 5-10-1913/cause: brights disease/bur. on Walter Joyce lot #50]


ADA GROELLE

Miss Ada Groelle, 64, of 915 Wilson St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The 
Rev. Robert Rainer will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Miss Groelle was born Jan. 25, 1906, in Town of Newton, daughter of the late Fred 
and Emma Schmitz Groelle. She attended schools in Town of Manitowoc and had been 
employed at the Colonial Inn for many years. She was a member of the County 
Homemakers of Silver Creek.
Survivors include two brothers, Walter of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, and Reynold of Valders; 
a sister, Mrs. Anita Boeckman, of Manitowoc, and many nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 o’clock this Wednesday afternoon 
until the time of services Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 17, 1970 
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[d. 06-16-1970/age 64 yrs./bur. on Fred Groelle lot]


ANNA M. GROELLE

Mrs. Anna Groelle passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Haman, at 
Milwaukee Monday evening and her remains will be brought here tomorrow 
afternoon and taken direct from the depot to Evergreen cemetery. She was 
born in Germany seventy-seven years ago and came to this country when she 
was a young girl, her parents locating in the town of Newton. She was married 
to Gottfried Groelle, who preceded her in death. For a number of years, the 
family made Unity, Wis., their home, but during the past few years she had 
been living with her children at Milwaukee. Surviving her are five children. 
They are Attorney F.F. Groelle and Mrs. Otto Hamman at Milwaukee, Otto Groelle 
at Abbottsford, Adolph at __y, and a daughter, Ida, who resides in Ohio. One 
brother, Adam Wehrweln?? of Newton, also survives. 
Manitowoc Herald News, August 18, 1920  P. 5
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There was a large gathering of relatives and friends at the Northwestern depot 
yesterday afternoon to receive the remains of the late Mrs. Groelle, which had 
been shipped here from Milwaukee and taken directly from the depot to Evergreen 
cemetery for burial.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, August 20, 1920 P. 3
*******
[bur 08-19-1920/age 75 yrs/cause: chronic nephritis/bur on Fred Groelle lot]


BABY GROELLE    (d. 1901)

Groelle
birth: 9 January 1901
death: 9 January 1901 Newton, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Newton
residence: 1901 Newton
father: Ludwig G. Groelle
mother: Emma
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


CAROLINE GROELLE

Mrs. Hugo S. Groelle, 85, of 1908 Clark St., Manitowoc, died Thursday at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she was a patient one week.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. James G. Ludowise will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Groelle, nee Caroline W. Behringer, was born April 6, 1884, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Jacob and Louisa Schmidt Behringer. She was married to 
Hugo Groelle Dec. 18, 1907, at Greenwood, Wis., and the couple farmed in Town 
of Newton until 1943 when they moved to Manitowoc.
Survivors include the husband; a daughter, Miss Edna; four sisters, Mrs. Clara 
Mueller of Manitowoc, Mrs. Robert Yandry of Beloit, Mrs. Richard Hermann of 
Three Lakes, and Mrs. Eva Vogel of Wisconsin Rapids; two brothers, Norman of 
Owen and Hugo of Wausau. A sister and a brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 6, 1969   P. 6
*******
[d. 06-05-1969/age 85 yrs./wife of Hugo S. Groelle]


EDNA CLARA GROELLE

Miss Edna C. Groelle, age 83, of 1908 Clark St., Manitowoc, died Monday, September 7, 
1992, at her residence.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, September 10, 1992, at the Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Robert Meyer will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
She was born February 22, 1909, in the Town of Newton, Manitowoc County, the daughter 
of late Hugo and Caroline Behringer Groelle. She was employed at the former Manitowoc 
Citizen and Loan and Investment Company of Manitowoc retiring in 1959.
Survivors include nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home 12 noon on Thursday, until the time of 
service. There will be no Wednesday evening visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, September 9, 1992  P. A2
**********
[single/bur. on Hugo Groelle lot]


ELLA GROELLE    (d. 1925)

The funeral of Mrs. Elmer Groelle will be held Saturday afternoon from the 
home at Rockwell with services at the house at 1 o’clock and services at 
the First Reformed church in this city at 2 o’clock, the Rev. O.A. Menke 
officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, November 12, 1925  P. 2
*********
Rockwood news: 
The funeral of Mrs. Elmer Groelle was held last Saturday. Burial was at 
Manitowoc. Mrs. Groelle, nee Ella Maas, was a resident of Rockwood all her 
life. She had been ill for some time. An operation was deemed necessary to 
save her life. It, too, proved futile and death came Tuesday night. She 
leaves a husband, parents and a number of sisters.
Manitowoc Herald News, November 18, 1925  P. 13
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[Died 11/10/1925 in Manitowoc cause of death: acute dilatation of stomach]
*******
Miss Ella Maas of Kossuth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Maas was united in 
marriage recently to Elmer Groelle, town of Manitowoc. The ceremony was performed 
in this city by Rev. Otto Menke.
Kiel Tri County Record, Dec. 23, 1920 page 4


ELLA R. GROELLE    (d. 1963)

Mrs. William A. (Ella) Groelle, 82, of 1313 S. 13th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Ella Reif was born Oct. 18, 1880, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late 
Mr. and Mrs. John Reif. She was married to William Groelle at Manitowoc Oct. 14, 
1902. He died Sept. 7, 1952. A lifelong city resident, Mrs. Groelle was a member 
of First Reformed United Church of Christ.
Surviving are a son, William M., and a sister, Mrs. Hugh Rudolph, of Manitowoc 
and nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Sunday until 
11 a.m. Monday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will 
lie in state until time of service.
Two Rivers Reporter, August 23, 1963 P. M-13
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[d. 08-22-1963/age 82 yrs./widow of William A. Groelle Sr.]


EMMA GROELLE    (d. 1955)

Miss Emma Groelle, 84, who had resided at the St. Mary Home for the Aged, 
Manitowoc, the past 11 years, died Monday at the home. Funeral services will 
be held at 2 pm Wednesday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul 
Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born April 8, 1870 in the Town of Newton, daughter of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. Ludwig Groelle. On the death of her father, 47 years ago, she moved to 
Manitowoc with her mother. Surviving are two brothers, Louis of Manitowoc and 
Herman of Rt. 1, Manitowoc; sister, Mrs. Hulda Fehrman of Manitowoc. Friends 
may call at the funeral home after 2 pm on Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, Feb. 14, 1955 page M13
*********
[d. 02-14-1955/age 84 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Ludwig Groelle lot]


EMMA GROELLE    (d. 1961)

Mrs. Emma Groelle, 93, of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, died Saturday morning at home after 
a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at First Reformed Church, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Theodore P. Crusius officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Groelle was born Emma Schmitz March 3, 1867, at Newton, daughter of the 
late Fred and Johanna Groelle Schmitz. She was married to Fred Groelle May 26, 
1888, at Newton, where they operated a farm until 1909 when they moved to Rt. 3, 
Manitowoc. The couple marked its 55th wedding anniversary in May, 1943, and Mr. 
Groelle died in November of that year. She was a member of First Reformed Church 
and also a lifelong member of the silver Creek Homemakers Club of which she was 
the oldest member. Six brothers and two sisters preceded her in death.
Survivors include three sons, Elmer of Francis Creek, Reynond (sic) of Rt. 3, 
Manitowoc, and Walter of Rt. 1, Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. John Boekman of 
Manitowoc and Ada of Rt. 3, Manitowoc; 20 grandchildren and 55 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 3 p.m. Sunday until 10:30 
a.m. Monday and at the church from 11 a.m. Monday until time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 7, 1961  P. 9 
*******
[d. 01-07-1961/age 93 yrs./widow of Fred L. Groelle]


EMMA E. GROELLE    (d. 1946)

Mrs. Louis Groelle, nee Emma Kansier, 73, route 3, Manitowoc, died this morning 
at the Holy Family hospital following a short illness. She was born in 1873 and 
was a life-long resident of Newton. Feb. 24, 1900, she was married to Louis 
Groelle, and they operated a farm in Newton until seven years ago, when their 
son Delvin took over the management of the farm.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Salem Ebenezer Reformed 
church, Newton, the Rev. K. J. Stuebbe officiating. Burial will take place in 
Evergreen. The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from 
7 p.m. Wednesday until 10 a.m. Friday, when it will be taken to the church to 
lie in state until time of services.
Survivors include the husband, three daughters, Mrs. Edward Wessa and Mrs. 
Mathew DeBruin of Milwaukee, Mrs. Clarence Klusmeyer of Manitowoc; two sons, 
Delvin, on the home farm and Louis Jr., of this city, four sisters, Mrs. Mary 
Allwardt of Wauwatosa, Mrs. Henry Wilde, Mrs. Mathilda Fricke and Mrs. Ida Meyer 
of Manitowoc. Fourteen grandchildren also survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 9, 1946  P. 2
*******
[d. 04-09-1946/age 73 yrs./wife of Louis Groelle]


ERHARD G. GROELLE

OPERATION FATAL TO 8 YEAR OLD BOY.
Mr. and Mrs. F.F. Groelle, of Milwaukee, former residents of this city, arrived 
here this afternoon with the body of their 8 year old son, who died Saturday as 
a result of an operation for appendicitis at Milwaukee. The boy was stricken 
with a serious attack and was rushed to the hospital for an operation which, 
however, came too late to save his life and  he died soon after the operation 
had been performed. The body was brought here at 4:35 this afternoon and the 
burial was held from the N.W. station to Evergreen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, May 12, 1913 P. 8
********
[Erhard G. Groelle/bur. 05-12-1913/age 8/cause: appendicitis]


EVELYN GROELLE

Mrs. Herman Groelle Jr., 31, of 1612 Division street, died Sunday night at the 
Holy Family hospital following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Pfeffer funeral home, 
the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Born Evelyn Fricke in Newton in 1915, she was married to Mr. Groelle in 1936. 
Survivors are the husband; daughter, Jacqulin at home; parents, Mr. and Mrs. 
Joseph Fricke Sr., of this city; brother, Joseph Jr., of this city; sister, 
Mrs. Rudolph Rick of this city.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Tuesday noon until the hour 
of the services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 8, 1946  P. 2
*******
[d. 07-07-1946/age 31 yrs./bur. on Herman Groelle, Jr. lot]


EVELYNNE L. GROELLE

Evelynne L. Groelle, age 86, a resident of Baltimore, Maryland, formerly of 517 
Oak St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, February 20, 2001, at Gilchrist Center for 
Hospice Care, Baltimore, Md.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 24, 2001, at St. 
John United Church of Christ, Manitwooc. Rev. Robert Meyer will officiate. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Evelynne was born January 5, 1915, in the town of Cato, daughter of the late 
Louis and Reaka Schnell Vetter. She married Louis A. Groelle, October 18, 1941, 
in Manitowoc. Mr. Groelle preceded her in death on November 30, 1988. Evelynne 
was a resident of Manitowoc until 1993, when she moved to Baltimore. She was a 
member of St. John United Church of Christ, Manitowoc and a former Member of St. 
John United Church of Christ Women's Guild, former officer of United Commercial 
Traveler's Auxiliary, and a former member of Wisconsin Maritime Museum. She loved 
flowers, gardening, birds and the wonders of nature.
Survivors include her son, Gary (Valentyna) Groelle, Baltimore, Md.; a 
granddaughter, Elena; also nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She 
was preceded in death by her parents and husband; two brothers, Sylvester Vetter 
and Reuben Vetter; and a sister, Myra Kelly.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc from 5-8 p.m. 
Friday and Saturday at St. John United Church of Christ from 10 a.m. until the 
time of service at 11 a.m.
Memorials would be appreciated to the Susan Komen Breast Cancer Foundation or 
St. John United Church of Christ.
Herald Times Reporter, February 21, 2001 P. A6


FRED GROELLE    (d. 1943)

Fred L. Groelle, 82, lifelong resident of Manitowoc county, died on the homestead 
farm operated by his son Reynold, Sunday morning of heart disease.
The body will lie in state at the Pfeffer funeral home from Tuesday noon until 
Wednesday at 10 a.m., when it will be removed to the First Reformed church. At 
2 p.m. funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. A.C. Fischer, and burial 
will be in the Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Groelle, born September 9, 1861 in the town of Newton, was the son of Mr. 
and Mrs. Louis Groelle. He lived on his father’s farm until the time of his 
marriage to Emma L. Schmitz, who survives. The couple celebrated their golden 
wedding on May 26, 1938. Mr. Groelle retired from active farming about 10 years 
ago. He served as a member of the school board of the town for many years. 
Survivors besides the widow, are two daughters, Mrs. Jean Boeckman of Manitowoc 
and Miss Ada Groelle, route 3, three sons, Elmer, Two Rivers, route 2, Walter, 
Branch and Reynold on the homestead farm. Three brothers, William of Manitowoc, 
Louis, Manitowoc, route 3, and Herman, Newton route 1 and two sisters, Emma 
Groelle, route 3, and Mrs. Hulda Fehrman, Manitowoc, __21 grandchildren and 
three great grandchildren also survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 22, 1943 P. 2
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[d.11-21-1943/age 82 yrs./cause: chronic myocarditis]


FREDERICK F. GROELLE    (d. 1941)

Frederick F. Groelle, 63, former Manitowoc attorney, died Sunday at the home 
in Pewaukee. He had been in failing health for some time.
Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 8:30 a.m., from the Bannenberg funeral 
home in Cedarburg, and from the St. Francis Borgia church at 9 a.m. Interment 
will be in Evergreen cemetery here Tuesday noon.
Mr. Groelle was born in northern Wisconsin and after being admitted to the bar 
practiced at Unity and Neillsville, Wis. He moved to Kansas City and in 1909 
came to this city where he became associated with County Judge Edward S. Schmitz, 
then engaged in the practice of law here.
This partnership was dissolved in 1911 and Attorney Groelle opened his own law 
offices here. He was a candidate for municipal judge at one time. In 1915 the 
Groelles moved to Milwaukee where he joined two or three other law firms.
Survivors are the widow, the former Lillie Healy; three daughters, Mrs. O. 
Trayser of Milwaukee, Mrs. C.M. Kuhns, of Cleveland, O., and Beatrice; two 
sons-in-law, two sisters, and five grandchildren.
The body is at the Bannenberg funeral home in Cedarburg.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 3, 1941 P. 2
*******
[d. 3-2-1941 at Pewakee, WI/cause: Myocardial degeneration coronary HT. 
disease gen. arterio sclerosis/bur. on Fred Groelle lot]


FREDERICKA GROELLE

Mrs. Herman Groelle, Sr., 78, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, lifelong resident of the 
county, died Monday morning at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she 
had been a patient five weeks.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the St. John Evangelical 
and Reformed Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Fredicka (sic) Kasten in Manitowoc in 1876 and moved to the home-
stead farm in Newton, where she was married in 1903 to Herman Groelle Sr. They 
operated the farm 47 years, retiring and moving to Clover a year ago. 
Survivors are her husband; two sons, Reuben of Clover and Herman Jr., of 
Milwaukee; two sisters, Mrs. Ida Hacker of Milwaukee and Mrs. Emma Trosson of 
Rt. 3, Manitowoc; three grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral home, Manitowoc, after 2 p.m. Tuesday. 
The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 14, 1954  P. 17 
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[d. 06-14-1954/age 78 yrs./bur. on Mr. and Mrs. Herman Groelle lot]


GOTTFRIED G. GROELLE

NEWTON PIONEER DIES AT UNITY
G. Groelle Settled Here in 1847 - Body Here for Burial
Death sounded taps for another civil war veteran and claimed one of the early 
pioneer settlers of Manitowoc County when Gottfried J. Groelle, father of Atty. 
F.F. Groelle of this city, died at Unity, Wis., Tuesday. News of Mr. Groelle's 
death reached here in a message to his son and the body will be brought to this 
city for burial arriving Thursday. The funeral will be held from the F. F. 
Groelle home on Sixth and State Streets Friday at 1 o'clock.
News of the death of Mr. Groelle came as a distinct shock to relatives and 
friends here. He had not been ill and up to within a few minutes of his demise 
was about the house with his family in apparent robust health. Death was due 
to heart failure.
Mr. Groelle, who was 75 years of age at his death, was one of the earlier settlers 
of Newton, having located on a farm there in 1847 when he came to Manitowoc County 
to take up his home. For years he continued his residence at Newton, enlisting for 
service in the civil war as a member of the 9th Wisconsin with which he served 
throughout the war. Later Mr. Groelle removed with his family to Unity where the 
closing years of his life have been passed. Though he left Manitowoc County years 
ago, Mr. Groelle is remembered by a large circle of friends as one of the sturdy 
pioneers to whose work the development of the county owes so much and the 
announcement of his death will be received with regret by friends. Mr. Groelle is 
survived by a widow and five children, one one of whom, Atty. F. F. Groelle is a 
resident of Manitowoc County.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., Nov. 29, 1911
*********
FIFTEEN YEARS AGO:
Gotfried J. Groelle(sic), county pioneer, dies at home in Unity. 
Body to be brought here for burial.
Manitowoc Herald News, Dec, 1, 1926 page 2
********
[cause: heart failure]
(Note: He died in 1911)


HERMAN F. GROELLE SR.

Herman Groelle Sr., 79, Rt. 1, Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon at Holy 
Family Hospital, where he had been a patient for the past three weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the St. John Evangelical 
Church in Manitowoc with the Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Groelle was born Jan. 27, 1878, in Manitowoc County. He operated a 
farm at Newton until his retirement in 1953, when he and his wife moved 
to Cover. He married Fredricka Kasten in 1903. She died in 1954.
Survivors include two sons, Reuben of Clover and Herman Jr. of Milwaukee; 
a brother, Louis, of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Hulda Fehrman of Manitowoc; 
four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Sunday until 
10:30 a.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wis., Saturday, November 16, 1957 pg. M-9
*****
[d. 11-15-1957/age 79 yrs.] 


HERMAN LUDWIG GROELLE, JR.    (d. 1990)

Mr. Herman L. Groelle Jr., 80, a native of Manitowoc, Wis., died Tuesday, July 24, 
1990 at Milwaukee. Funeral services will be held 7:30 pm Thursday, July 26 at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Richard F. Lind will officiate and burial 
will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. He was born June 23, 1910 in Manitowoc, 
son of the late Herman and Fredericka Kasten Groelle Sr. His first wife, the former 
Evelyn Fricke preceded him in death in 1946. Mr. Groelle moved to Milwaukee many 
years ago and had been employed as an Operating Engineer.
Survivors include his wife, Helen Steiner Groelle, a daughter, Jacqueline Groelle, 
a step daughter, Nancy (Robert) Slovik and a brother, Ruben Groelle of Newton, uncles, 
nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home form 4 - 7:30 pm on Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., July 25, 1990
*********
[d. at Milwaukee WI/widower of Evelyn Groelle]


HILDA GROELLE

Hilda Groelle
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907
Name	Hilda Groelle
Birth Date	21 Apr 1907
Birth Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Reel	0123
Record Number  001625
"Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Hilda Groelle
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Hilda Groelle
Gender  Female
Race	White
Birth Date  21 Apr 1907
Birth Place  Newton, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
Father  Louis Groelle
Mother  Emma Karser
FHL Film Number	1305085
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
Hilda Groelle
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Hilda Groelle
Death Date 18 Nov 1910
Death County  Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[cause: scarlet fever] 


HUGO S. GROELLE

Hugo S. Groelle, 93, of 1908 Clark St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning in Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday in Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Groelle was born April 28, 1884, in the Town of Newton, son of the late Fred 
and Sophie Luckow Groelle. He married Caroline W. Behringer Dec. 18, 1907, in 
Greenwood, Wis. They operated a farm in the Town of Newton until 1943 when they 
moved to Manitowoc. Mr. Groelle was then employed with Northern Wis. Produce Co. 
for eight years prior to his retirement in 1953. Mrs. Groelle preceded him in 
death June 5, 1969.
Surviving is a daughter, Miss Edna Groelle of Manitowoc. Four brothers preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call in Pfeffer Funeral Home 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday until 
the time of service. Memorials may be made to Holy Family Hospital.
Herald Times Reporter, August 2, 1977  P. 3


LESTER GROELLE

Lester E Groelle
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Lester E Groelle
Death Date	15 Jun 1928
Death County  Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


LILLIE B. GROELLE

Mrs. Frederick F. Groelle, 73, former county resident, died yesterday at 
the home of her daughter, Mrs. Chester Kuhns in Shaker Heights, Ohio.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Pfeffer funeral 
home, the Rev. Carl Hagen officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Groelle, nee Lillie Belle Healy, was born in Unity, Wis., and lived in 
Milwaukee and in Manitowoc. She had made her home with her daughter for the 
last six years. Mr. Groelle, whom she was married to in 1899, died in 1941.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Ogen Trayser of Milwaukee, Mrs. Chester 
Kuhns of Shaker Heights, Ohio, and Mrs. Philipp Affatica, Long Island, New 
York; two brothers, Elmer Healy of Thorpe and Edward of Chicago; and one 
sister, Mrs. Percy Thayer of Taycheedah, Wis., and six grandchildren.
Mrs. Groelle was a member of the Eastern Star and D.A.R. chapters in 
Milwaukee. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 23, 1946  P. 2
********
[Lillie Belle Groelle/d. 10-24-1946 at Cleveland, OH/age 73 yrs./
cause: coronary thrombosis/bur. on Fred Groelle lot]


LOUIS A. GROELLE    (d. 1988)

Mr. Louis A. Groelle, 76, of ??? Oak Street, Manitowoc, died Wednesday, 
November 30, 1988, at his home after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John United Church of Christ, 
Manitowoc. Rev. Stephen Schuette will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Groelle was born December 3, 1912, in the town of Newton, Wisconsin, son of 
the late Louis G. and Emma Kanzler Groelle. Mr. Groelle was a graduate of Lincoln 
High School, graduating with the class of 1931. He later graduated from Manitowoc 
Business College in 1933. He married the former Evelynne Vetter on October 18, 1941, 
in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Mr. Groelle was employed as a bookkeeper for United Liquor 
Company and then Streich Oil Company, both of Manitowoc. In 1952 he became employed 
by Hoffman Bros. of Two Rivers. Mr. Groelle was employed there for 25 years, 
retiring in 1977 with the position of Office Manager. He was past officer and 
secretary of United Commercial Travelers Council Number 232, Maritime Museum, Senior 
Citizens, St. John United Church of Christ and formerly served on the council of 
St. John United Church of Christ.
Survivors include his wife, Evelynne; a son, Gary of Willowbrook, Illinois; three 
sisters, Elma We??a of Milwaukee, Irene DeBruin of Milwaukee, and Ruth Klusmeyer 
of Manitowoc; 4 nieces, 10 nephews and other relatives and friends survive. He was 
preceded in death by a brother, Delvin Groelle.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and 
Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon and then at St. John United Church of Christ from 
1 p.m. until the hour of service. Memorials may be made to St. John United Church 
of Christ Organ Fund.
Herald Times Reporter, December 1, 1988  P. 22
********
[husband of Evelynne Groelle]


LOUIS G. GROELLE    (d. 1966)

Louis Groelle, 95, former Town of Newton resident, died at 7:45 am Tuesday at 
Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, where he had been a patient since Feb. 18. Funeral 
services will be at 1:30 pm Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral home, Manitowoc, the 
Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Groelle was born April 7, 1870 in the town of Newton, son of the late Ludwig 
and Margaretha Wehrwein Groelle. He married the former Emma Kamsier Feb. 24, 
1900 in the Town of Newton. The couple farmed on Rt. 3, Town of Newton until 
his semi-retirement in 1938. His wife preceded him in death April 9, 1946. He 
moved to Manitowoc in 1947 and had resided at Shady lane Home For the Aged since 
1960. He served as treasurer of District No. 7 School in the Town of Newton for 
some 30 years. 
Survivors include two sons, Delvin and Louis of Manitowoc, three daughters, Mrs. 
Edward (Elma) Wessa and Mrs. Matthew (Irene) DeBruin of Milwaukee and Mrs. 
Clarence (Ruth) Klusmeyer of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Hulda Fehrman of Manitowoc, 
15 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. A son and daughter preceded him in 
death in infancy. Three brothers and four sisters also preceded him in death.
Friends may call after 3 pm Wednesday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., March 15, 1966 page M11


LOUISA GROELLE

Louise M Groelle
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907
Name	Louise M Groelle
Birth Date	7 Jan 1872
Birth Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Reel	0114
Record Number	001907
"Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Louise Mathilda Sabina Groelle
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Louise Mathilda Sabina Groelle
Gender  Female
Birth Date	7 Jan 1872
Birth Place	Newton, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Father  Ludwig Groelle
FHL Film Number	1305080
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"


LUDWIG GROELLE

Death Thursday last week of Town Newton resident, the well-known farmer
Ludwig Groelle, of a stroke. The deceased was well and active Thursday 
noon and had just finished his lunch when he was stricken and died before 
help could arrive. Mr. Groelle was born 73 years ago in Saxony and as a 
child came to Town Newton with his parents where he has since lived. He 
leaves a widow and 8 children, 4 sons and 4 daughters. The funeral was 
held Sunday afternoon at the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 06 Aug. 1908 
*******
DIED
Ludwig Groelle, a well known farmer of Newton, aged 78 years, suddenly on Thursday 
of last week. The cause of his death was heart failure. During the forenoon he was 
apparently in his usual health. Just after having eaten dinner and while still 
sitting at the table, he was taken suddenly ill and died in a few minutes.
He was born in Saxony, Germany, and came to this county with his parents when a boy. 
The family settled in Newton where Mr. Groelle had ever since resided. He was an 
uncle of Atty. F. F. Groelle of this city. He is survived by a wife and eight 
children. The children are Fred, Herman, Lonis and Miss Emma, of Newton, and William, 
Mrs. L.A. Schmitz, Mrs. F. Behm and Mrs. E. Fehrman of this city.
The funeral was held Sunday afternoon. Interment was at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, August 6, 1908
*******
[Louis Groelle/bur. 08-02-1908/cause: cardiac paralysis]


MARGARETHA GROELLE

MRS. GROELLE, PIONEER OF CO. DEAD, AGED 77 
Mrs. Margaretti Groelle, widow of the late Louis Groelle and a 
pioneer resident of Manitowoc county, died yesterday at her home, 
1610 Washington street after a brief illness, death being due to 
infirmities of age. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon at 
2 o'clock from the C.F. Fehrman home, 1610 Washington street. 
Mrs. Groelle was native of Germany, born at Bavaria July 21, 1838. 
She came to America with her parents in 1852, settling in the town 
of Newton, where she resided up to a few years ago. Four sons and 
four daughters survive, Fred, town of Manitowoc; Louis and Herman, 
Newton; William, Mrs. Fred Boehm, Mrs. L.A. Schmitz, Mrs. E.C. 
Fehrman and Miss Emma Groelle of this city. One brother, Adam 
Wehrwein, and a sister Mrs. G. Groelle, of Unity, also survives. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, May 07, 1915, Page 6 
*********
[Mrs. Margaret Groelle/bur. 10 May 1915/cause: diabetis/
bur. on Mrs. Ludwig Groelle lot]
(Mrs. Margaret Groelle/b. same date, in Schomaich, Bavaria/
d. 6 Mar. 1915/St. John's United Church of Christ)
(Note: d. date in ch. record may have been mis-read. It could
have been Mai and the i read as an r.)


OLGA GROELLE    (d. 1998)

Olga Groelle, age 93, a resident of St. Mary' Home, Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
morning, June 9, 1998, at the home.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 1998, at St. John's 
United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. 
Robert Meyer with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born December 12, 1904, in the town of Newton, daughter of the late 
Henry and Sophia Rambadt Waack. On May 24, 1924, she married Ruben Groelle at 
St. John's Lutheran Church, Newtonburg. The couple just celebrated their 74th 
wedding anniversary. Olga was employed with the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company 
during World War II, the Penguin Restaurant, Kingsbury Brewing Company and was 
a cook at Stock's Dinner Club until her retirement in 1984.
Survivors include her husband, Ruben, Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, 
Evelyn and William Sieracki, Newton, Laurain and Harold Borgwardt, Newton; one 
brother, Alvin Waack, rural Manitowoc; six grandchildren, David (Roxanne) 
Sieracki, Barbara Sieracki, Alan (Nancy) Sieracki, Connie (Jake) Henry, Nancy 
(John) Anderson, Chris Borgwardt; 10 great-grandchildren nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by two brothers 
and two sisters.
Friends may call at St. John's United Church of Christ, from 9:30 a.m. Saturday 
until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 10, 1998  P. 2
*********
Funeral Services for Olga Groelle, age 93, a resident of St. Mary's Home,
Manitowoc, who died Tuesday morning, June 9, 1998, at the home, will be held
at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 1998, at St. John's United Church of Christ,
Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Robert Meyer with burial
to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at St. John's United Church of Christ, from 9:30 a.m. Saturday
until the time of service at 11 a.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 12, 1998


RUBEN F. GROELLE

Ruben F. Groelle, age 94, a resident of St. Mary's Home, formerly of Newton, 
died early Thursday morning, May 20, 1999, at the home. 
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 22, 1999, at St. John's 
United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. 
Robert Meyer with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
He was born October 21, 1904, in the town of Newton, son of the late Herman and 
Fredricka Kasten Groelle Sr. Ruben attended Valley View School in Newton. On 
May 24, 1924, he married the former Olga Waack at St. John's Lutheran Church, 
Newtonburg. She preceded him in death on June 9, 1998. Ruben was an original 
descendant of the Groelle family that homesteaded in the Newton area. The couple 
owned and operated a farm in the town of Newton until 1994. Ruben was also 
employed at Weyerhauser Company for 20 years and Stock's Manufacturing at 
Newton. 
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Evelyn and William Sieracki, 
Laurain and Harold Borgwardt, all of Newton; six grandchildren, David (Roxanne) 
Sieracki, Henderson, Nev., Barbara Sieracki, Steamboat Springs, Colo., Nancy 
(John) Anderson, Yelm, Wash., Chris Borgwardt, Manitowoc; ten great-grandchildren; 
one niece, along with other relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in 
death by one brother, Herman Groelle Jr.
The family will receive relatives and friends at St. John's United Church of 
Christ from 9:30 a.m. Saturday until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will 
be no Friday evening visitation. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, May 21, 1999  p.A2


WILLIAM A. GROELLE    (d. 1952)

William A. Groelle Sr., 76, died suddenly Saturday evening at his home, 1113 S. 
13th St., Manitowoc, after a heart attack. Mr. Groelle, who owns the Groelle 
Grocery Store, S. 12th and Hamilton Streets, Manitowoc, had been actively engaged 
in his business Saturday.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Pfeffer Funreal Home, 
Manitowoc. The Revs. A. C. Fischer and Richard Schmitz of the First Reformed 
Church, Manitowoc will conduct the rites. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Groelle was born May 19, 1876, in the Town of Newton, and came to the city 
as a young man. For 15 years he was employed by the Schuette Bros. Co., and for 
the past 35 years had operated his own store.
His marriage to Ella Reif occurred on Oct. 14, 1902. She survives with one son, 
William Jr. of Manitowoc; two brothers, Louis of Manitowoc and Herman of Newton; 
two sisters, Mrs. Hulda Fehrmann and Miss Emma Groelle of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 29, 1952  P. 10 
*********
[d. 10-27-1952/age 76 yrs./bur. on Ella Groelle lot-his wife]


WILLIAM M. GROELLE

William M. Groelle, age 81, formerly of 1113 South 13th St., Manitowoc, died 
early Saturday morning, September 17, 1994, at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. 
Funeral Services will be held 1:30 p.m. Monday, September 19, 1994, at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Steve Schuette will officiate with burial 
to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside Military Services will be 
accorded by the American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88.
He was born July 28, 1913, in Manitowoc, son of the late William A. and Ella 
Reif Groelle. He attended Manitowoc Schools and graduated from Lincoln High 
School with the Class of 1931, after which he attended the Manitowoc Business 
College. Mr. Groelle served overseas in Italy with the U.S. Army during World 
War II. He served as a rifleman with the 32nd Infantry Division and attained 
the rank of Sergeant. He was a member of the American Legion Drews Bleser Post 
#88 and retired in 1978, after being a retail grocer in the City of Manitowoc, 
for the majority of his life. 
Survivors include a cousin, Helen Plumb, Manitowoc. A special friend, Lorraine 
Mohr, preceded him in death. 
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from noon Monday until the time of 
services. There will be no Sunday evening visitation. 
Herald Times Reporter, September 18, 1994 p.A2
**********
[bur. on William A. Groelle lot]


ALICE NOYES GROFFMAN

Memorial services for Miss Alice Noyes Groffman, 73, of Beloit, a former 
Manitowoc resident, who died Sunday at Beloit, will be held at 11 a.m. 
Wednesday at Atonement Lutheran Church at Beloit. Chilson Funeral Home, 
1304 Keeler ave., Beloit, is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 16, 1974  P. 3
********
[d. at Beloit WI/cremains]


ANNA GROFFMAN

Funeral services for Mrs. Charles Groffman, 85, of 1116 S. Seventh St., 
Manitowoc, who died Saturday afternoon, were at 2 p.m Tuesday at Urbanek 
and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Donald Stannard officiated 
and burial was in Evergreen Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Harold Heise, Charles Brady, Francis Dietl, Paul Rahr, 
Richard Heinrick and William Van de Hel?? 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 30, 1959  P. 13
********
[d. 06-27-1959/age 85 yrs./widow of Charles A. Groffman]


CHARLES A. GROFFMAN

Charles Groffman, ex-Mayor, Is Dead 
Was Pioneer as Pharmacist 
Building and Loan Secretary Long 
Charles A. Groffman, 87, former mayor and pioneer druggist, who retired in 1953 
as secretary of the Manitowoc Building and Loan Assn. after nearly 50? years of 
service, died Monday at the home 1116 S. Seventh St. 
His death was unexpected. He had been up and about the home Sunday. Monday morning, 
after arising, he complained of a chest pain. His death a short time later was 
attributed to a heart attack.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home. The Rev. Donald Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery. There will be graveside rites by the Masonic Order..
(rest of line did not inked). 
He was born in Manitowoc Oct. 16, 1867, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Groffman. 
He was graduated from the old First Ward High School and his first job was at the 
Buerstatte Drug Store. He was active in the Wisconsin National Guard, enlisting with 
Company E here, and when he retired held the commission of second lieutenant. 
Groffman left Manitowoc for a position in Chicago, then returned after a short time. 
He passed his pharmacist’s examination and opened the Groffman Pharmacy on South 
Eighth Street now operated by a son, Harlan.
Secretary 47 Years 
In 1906 he was named secretary of the Manitowoc Building and Loan Assn. and served 
in that capacity for 47 years, retiring in 1953.
Groffman, when a young man, took an active interest in municipal affairs. In 1907 
he was prevailed on to run for mayor and won the nomination on both the Republican 
and democratic tickets in the days before municipal primaries. He was elected without 
opposition April 3 of that year to head the city government with Manitowoc’s 
population at that time 13,000. Re-elected two years later Groffman declined a further 
term, retiring from the mayor’s office in 1911. In those years the mayor served 
without pay.
He was honored in recent years by three fraternal organizations. In 1953 he was 
presented with a plaque by the Building and Loan Assn. on the occasion of his 
retirement as secretary. In 1954 he was presented with the distinguished service 
award by the Manitowoc Lions Club.
In 1954, when the Manitowoc Aerie of Eagles observed the golden anniversary Groffman, 
with five other charter members was awarded a life certificate of membership.
Master Mason 
This year Groffman was awarded a 50 year membership certificate and card by the 
Free and Accepted Masons No. 65. He was initiated, passed the degree of fellowship 
and was raised to Master Mason in 1906?, his first year in the order. 
He was a member of the Masonic Order, Eagles, Wisconsin Pharmaceutical Assn. and the 
National Association of Retail Druggists.
On Oct 21, 19__, he married Miss Anne ________ who survives with a son Harlan of 
Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. William Van _____, _____- _____ and Mrs. Harold _____ 
of Manitowoc, four grandchildren and __ great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after __ p.m. Tuesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 25, 1955  P. 1
*******
[d. 07-25-1955/age 87 yrs./cause: coronary]
*******
MAYOR HURT IN AUTO MISHAP
Party, Guests of Chas. Kunz has Close Call to Death
ACCIDENT TO RAPIDS; OVER EMBANKMENT
Mayor Chas. A. Groffman with four other members of an auto party, had a narrow 
escape from death in an accident at Rapids this afternoon when the machine missed 
a bridge and was carried over an embankment. Mayor Groffman, who was the only 
member of the party seriously injured, has a broken bone in the shoulder and is 
badly bruised.
Mayor Groffman, Ald. Engels, John Mac Farlane and Police Commissioner Chas. Kunz 
were members of the party out for a drive in Mr. Kunz' new car and the accident 
happened just as the party started to return to the city. Mr. Kunz had taken the 
road through the Shove farm and was about to turn onto the bridge at Rapids but, 
owing to the speed, missed the turn and the car slid over the embankment, partially 
overturning. At the point where the car was overturned, there are the timbers of 
an old bridge and fortunately the car caught on these and this undoubtedly saved 
some members of the party from death.
Mayor Groffman and Mr. Kunz who occupied the front seat in the car were carried 
with the car over the embankment and that both were not seriously hurt is a marvel. 
Had the car completely overturned, they would have been buried under it, probably 
dead. Mayor Groffman was thrown from his seat in the overturning of the car and the 
force of the fall caused the fracture of the bone. He is a man of heavy weight and 
might easily have been much more seriously hurt. Mr. Kunz was bruised but not badly. 
Ald. Engels and Mr. MacFarlane were thrown from the machine, landing a considerable 
distance away.
The machine was not badly damaged and the party was able to return to the city and 
Major Groffman received medical attention. The injury to his shoulder will prove 
painful and will cripple him for a time but it is not thought there will be any 
permanent effects from it. Other members of the party are able to be about.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., July 12, 1909
*******
C.A. Groffmans Celebrate Fifty Years of Marriage
Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Groffman, 1116 South Seventh street, were married 50 
years ago today. To celebrate the anniversary they are having open house at 
their home starting at 3 o'clock this afternoon and continuing through the 
evening.
A family dinner at noon at Hessel's, Francis Creek, will preceded the open house.
Mr. Groffman was born on Oct. 16, 1867, in Manitowoc. He married Anna M. Krumdick 
of the town of Kossuth on Oct. 21, 1896, with the Rev. Karl Machmiller performing 
the ceremony. With the exception of one year in Chicago the couple has lived at 
their present home for that entire length of time. 
All three of their children are with them today; Miss Martha M. Groffman and 
Harlan G. Groffman of Manitowoc and Mrs. Ann Louise Vande Hei, Menominee, Mich. 
There are four grandchildren.
Mr. Groffman is associated with the Groffman drug store on South Eighth street 
and has been secretary of the Manitowoc Building and Loan association for 
approximately 40 years. Both Mr. and Mrs. Groffman are in good health and very 
active.
Mayor of Manitowoc from 1907 to 1911 and county board member for six years, Mr. 
Groffman also belongs to the Masonic order, Knights of Pythias, Eagles and the 
Royal lodge.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 21, 1946 P. 6
**********
(The following is his son's marriage writeup):
BENDECKE-GROFFMAN
At Chicago at 8 o'clock this evening Miss Margaret Bendecke of that city and 
Harlan Groffman, son of Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Groffman of this city, will be united 
in marriage. The ceremony will take place at church and will be followed by a 
reception at the home of relatives of the bride. Mr. and Mrs. Goffman will come 
to Manitowoc to make their home after an extended honeymoon trip. The marriage 
is the result of a friendship formed while both were students at the University 
of Wisconsin. The ceremony at Chicago is being attended by Mr. and Mrs. C.A. 
Groffman, parents of the groom, and Hugo Esch, who is acting in the capacity 
of best man.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 18, 1921 P. 1


EDNA GROFFMAN

Death in Cambridge, Ohio, where she had gone for her health, of 
Mrs. George Grossmann(sic), a few days ago. The body was brought here 
and buried Sun. in the city cemetery. Mrs. Grossmann, who was 29 
yrs. old, died of malarial fever.
Der Nord Westen, 24 Sept. 1896
********
Mrs. George Groffman died at Cambridge, Ohio on the 17th instant of
typho-malaria. She had gone there seven weeks before to join her husband 
who has charge of public works there. Her remains were brought here for 
interment.
She was 32 years of age and was married nine years ago, and resided in
this city a considerable portion of the time since. For some years she 
has been an invalid. She was a woman of singleness devotion to her friends 
and her life was an exemplary one.
She was a daughter of George Gibson of this city.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, September 24, 1896
********
George Groffman who has charge of the construction of a water-works system 
at Cambridge, Ohio, came here with the remains of his wife on Saturday last.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, September 24, 1896
*******
[cause: malaria fever]


FREDERIKE GROFFMAN

Mrs. Friederika Grossmann(sic), longtime resident of our city, died of a stroke on
July 15th at the age of 60. Her husband had preceded her in death several years ago.
The funeral took place yesterday in the City Cemetery. All of the children are grown
and were in attendance except one son who lives in Texas and could not be here in
time.
Der Nord Westen, 18 July 1889
**********
Mrs. Groffman of this city died on Monday last. Her funeral took 
place yesterday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, July 18, 1889 P. 3
**********
[Burial Register has Mrs. Frederike Groffman, Female, Age 60, Wife of 
George Groffmann, Birthplace Swinemunde? Pomoria?, Cause Of Death: 
Inflammatory Rheumatism]


GEORG GROFFMAN   (d. 1877)

Died.
GROFFMAN—In this city, on the 9th inst., George Groffman, in his 56th year.
Mr. Groffman was born in Heidenhof, Germany, Dec. 15, 1821, came to Wisconsin 
some thirty years since, and settled in Manitowoc about twenty-four years ago. 
He was wrecked on the Steamer Sea Bird when she went ashore in White Fish Bay, 
since which time his health has been poor. His funeral was held on Sunday, the 
11th inst.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 15, 1877  P. 3
********
STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY OF MANITOWOC. ss.
Probate Office, May 14th, A.D. 1877.
In the matter of the Proof and Probate of the last will and testament of George 
Graffmann (sic), deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc: Whereas, an instrument 
in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of George Graffmann, deceased, 
late of the county of Manitowoc, has been filed in this office; and whereas application 
has been made by Mrs. Friedricka Graffmann praying that the same be proven and 
admitted to Probate according to the laws of this state:
Therefore,it is ordered that said application be heard before me at the Probate Office 
in the city of Manitowoc in said county, on the 11th day of June, A.D. 1877, at ten 
o'clock a.m. And it is further ordered, that notice thereof shall be given to all persons 
interested in said will, of the time and place of said hearing, by publication in the 
Manitowoc Pilot a newspaper printed in said city for three successive weeks, once 
each week, prior to the time of such hearing.
By the Court:
T.G. Olmsted, County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 7, 1877 P. 2
********
Name: Groffman, Georg
D.: 3/8/1877
B.:
Reg. D.: 4/27/1877
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 58 Yrs.
B.P.: Germ.
D.P.: Mtw.
Cem.: Mtw. N. Side
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: R. K. Paine M.D.
Spouse: Mary Groffman
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death: Decease of the brain?
Add Info.: Clerk
Pg. #: 221
*************
(1860 Manitowoc ward 1 census:
George Groffman age 39 Mason; Frederika 31; Lizza 10; William 7; 
Martha 5; George 3; Alvina 6/12)


GEORGE GROFFMAN  (d. 1943)

G.H. GROFFMAN DIES SUNDAY
Rev. Carl Hagen To Read Funeral Service For Old Manitowoc Resident
George H. Groffman, 85, former police chief and head of the guard force at the 
Manitowoc Ship Building company in World War I, died Sunday at the residence, 
716 North Seventh street. He had been in failing health since last August.
Funeral rites will take place Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home, the Rev. Carl Hagen officiating. Interment will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Groffman was born in this city in 1857 and after completing his schooling, 
took employment with a large Cincinnati firm having a contract for construction 
of the waterworks system in Manitowoc. After the contract here was completed he 
continued as a superintendent for this firm in construction work in other cities 
of the country.
In Laundry Business
Returning to Manitowoc Mr. Groffman formed a partnership with George Gibson in 
the Snow Flake Laundry, located at the present site of the USO Center on York 
street. Later this partnership was dissolved and Mr. Groffman was associated 
with August Srahl in the laundry business for a number of years.
While Mr. Groffman's brother, Charles A. Groffman, was serving as mayor of 
Manitowoc in 1908, the former also became a member of the city's official family, 
being selected to head the Manitowoc Police Department by the Police and Fire 
Commission. Chief Groffman succeeded August Drews, who resigned, and served as 
chief until April 1, 1918, when he resigned to become chief of the guard force at 
the ship yards in World War I, during the period when the company here was 
constructing cargo carries for the U.S. Emergency Fleet corporation.
Chief Groffman was succeeded as head of the Manitowoc department by the late 
Anton Trochiell, who died December 11.
Retired in 1938
Chief Groffman continued at the ship yards until disbanding the guard force after 
the war and then entered the employ of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturaing Company. 
He retired five years ago.
When a young man he served a number of years in the Manitowoc company in the 
Wisconsin National Guard.
Chief Groffman prided himself in possession of one of the most complete collections 
of firearms in the United States. He started his collection many years before he 
became police chief and during the 10 years he served as head of the Department 
added several hundred rare pieces.
Mr. Groffman married Miss Edna Gibson in 1886. She died in 1896 and two yars later 
he married Miss Lulu E. Noies. She survives with two daughters, Mary Lulu, and Alice, 
both of this city; a son, George R., of Mount Vernon, N.Y.; brother, former Mayor 
Charles Groffman of this city and a sister, Mrs. Alvina Dugatt, of Berlin, Wis., 
and two grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after seven o'clock tonight. Friends are 
asked to please omit flowers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 11, 1943 P. 2
*********
[cause: coronary thrombosis]
*********
GROFFMAN KILLS BEAR IN NORTH
Police Chief Captures Animal Which Chased Him and Gave Him Exciting Time
Chased by a large black bear which he had roused while hunting in the northern woods, 
Police Chief George Groffman, who had just returned after a ten days absence had an 
exciting experience on this trip. Mr. Groffman killed the bear and brought the animal 
home with him and it is now at the Chermak meat market where the hide will be preserved 
and mounted for Mr. Groffman. The bear weighs 225 pounds but if fat would easily trip 
the scales at 300 or more.
Mr. Groffman encountered three bears in only party while hunting deer near Morehouse, 
Wis., in the north section of the state, but two of the animals made their escape without 
annoying the hunters. The third, however, the animal killed, following Mr. Groffman and 
the two engaged in a race to reach a hill from which Mr. Groffman thought, if he could 
reach to top first, might give him a chance to kill the bear. His calculations proved good 
and when he arrived on the knoll he had to time to turn and catch the bear which was 
approaching up the hill. One shot dispatched the animal and Mr. Groffman carried it into 
camp with assistance of companions and sent it home. There is a large number of Manitowoc 
hunters in the north and many deer are being shipped here but Mr. Groffman is the first to 
land any other game.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Nov. 20, 1908 page 6 


LULU GROFFMAN

Funeral services for Mrs. George Groffman, 76, of 716 North Seventh St., 
Manitowoc, who died Monday at Beloit, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at 
the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Dr. C. H. Phipps of the First 
Presbyterian Church will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. Friends are asked to omit flowers.
She was born Lulu Noyes in Clarks Mills in 1875 and later located with the 
family in Manitowoc, where she attended the north side high school. She was 
married to George Groffman, former Manitowoc police chief, in 1898. He died 
in 1943.
For the past year she had been residing with a daughter, Alice, a teacher at 
Beloit. Mrs. Groffman was a member of the Lois Society and the Missionary 
Society of the First Presbyterian Church.
Survivors are two daughters, Alice of Beloit and Mrs. Arthur Schlei of 
Manitowoc; son George Jr., of Floral Park, N.Y.; and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 6, 1951  P. 2
********
[bur. on Mrs. George Groffman lot]


ANNA GROLL    (d. 1932)

MRS. A. GROLL DEATH SUNDAY 
Funeral Services Are To Be Held On Wednesday 
Mrs. Anna Groll, aged 58 years, died Sunday afternoon at the hospital here. 
She had been making her home with her daughter, Mrs. Gordon Berg, 1008 North 
15th street, and was removed to the hospital when her condition became 
critical.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Berg home and 
at 2 p.m. from the Wesley M.E. church, Rev. Feldt officiating.
The deceased was born at Mishicot and always made her home in the county. Two 
daughters, Mrs. Berg and Mrs. Norman Johnson, city, two brothers, Charles Reis, 
Two Rivers and Edward of Mishicot and three sisters, Mrs. August Sonntag, Two 
Rivers, Mrs. Charles Harmueller, Milwaukee, and Mrs. Reinholdt Thomas, Chicago, 
survive.
The remains were to be removed this evening to the home of the daughter, Mrs. 
Gordon Berg, on North 15th street from the Vogelsang funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 3, 1932 P. 6
********
[Anna Groll/bur. 10-5-1932/age 57 yrs/cause: general peritonitis/bur. on 
Norman Johnson lot/note: age is off but is the only Anna]


AUGUST GROLL

From Der Nord Westen, 20 Feb. 1890
Death of August Groll this morning of consumption. The deceased lived in 
the 3rd Ward of our city and was ill for a long time. He reached the age 
of 30 yrs. 5 mos. and 3 days. The funeral will take place Sun. afternoon 
at 2 o’clock.
*******
[cause: infl. of the lungs]


BABY GROLL  (d. 1917)

Groll
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Records, 1812-1921
Name	Groll
Birth Date  15 May 1917
Birth County  Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Records, 1812-1921"
*****
[Baby Groll/bur 05-19-1917/cause: convulsions/bur. on William Groll lot]


BABY GROLL  (d. 1921)

Groll
Death •  Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Groll
Death Date	2 Jan 1921
Death County  Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[Baby Groll/bur 01-03-1921/cause: asphyxia neisonos/bur. on William Groll lot]


BERTHA GROLL

Mrs. Rudolph Groll, 97, former Manitowoc resident, died Wednesday night at 
Glenbrook Convalescent Home, Detroit, Mich., following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Vernon Anderson officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Groll was born Bertha Kurth Nov. 18, 1864, daughter of the late Fred and 
WIlhelmine Fritz, at Manitowoc. She was married to Jacob Matek.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Blanche Matek Aspinall; a granddaughter and 
three great grandchildren all of Detroit; three sisters, Mrs. Clara Eberhart, 
Mrs. Ella Mueller and Mrs. Emil Sohrweide of Manitowoc. She was preceded in 
death by her first husband, Jacob Matek and her second husband, Rudolph Groll, 
and two sons, Edwin and Reuben Matek.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 25, 1961  P. 9 
*******
[d. 11-22-1961 at Wayne MI/age 98 yrs./widow of Jacob Matek and Rudolph Groll/
bur. on Mrs. Bertha Matek lot]
[Bertha has 2 tombstones, one on the Groll lots and one 
on the Matek lots. 1st husband was Jacob Matek, 2nd husband Rudolph Groll.  
She is buried next to Jacob Matek.]


BLANCHE GROLL

Mrs. Richard R. Groll, 50, of 1124 South Seventh street, Holy Family hospital 
following a brief illness.
The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Schuette, Mrs. Groll, nee Blanche Schuette, 
was born in 1900 at Manitowoc. In 1918 she was graduated from Lincoln high 
school, Manitowoc, and was married to the late Charles O. Drumm, who died in 
1948. In May, 1950, she was married to Mr. Groll.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home, Manitowoc, Dr. C. H. Phipps officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc.
Survivors are her husband; daughter, Mrs. Arthur Schaefer of Milwaukee; son, 
Marshall Drumm of New York, N.Y.; sister, Mrs. Richard E. Rice of Framingham, 
Mass.; three brothers, Dr. E. A. Schuette, Russell O. Schuette and Ward 
Schuette, all of Manitowoc; two step sons, Donald and Allen Groll both of 
Manitowoc; and a grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home from Tuesday noon until the time of 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 11, 1951  P. 2
********
[d. 06-10-1951/age 50 yrs./bur. on Richard Groll lot]


CECILIA GROLL

Mrs. Clifford (Cecelia) Groll, 67 of 1333 S. 39th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday in 
Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. in St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The 
Rev. Joseph Mattern will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Groll, nee Cecelia Leikam, was born July 19, 1910 in Catherine, Kansas, 
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Carl Leikam. She was married to Clifford C. 
Groll January 27, 1930 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mrs. Groll 
was a member of Manitowoc Senior Citizens.
Survivors include her husband, a son, Richard of Casper, Wyo., a brother, Conrad 
Leikam of State of Washington; two sisters, Mrs. Vincent (Katherine)Vogel of 
Calif., and Mrs. Ray (Dorothy) Schmidt of Kansas; seven grandchildren, Sandra, 
Jodi, Petrea, Patti, Tony, Andy and Jaqui; two great grandchildren, nieces and 
nephews. A son, Harland preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Pfeffer Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, where a 
prayer service will be at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Wednesday, Jan. 25, 1978 - page 3
*********
[wife of Clifford Groll]


CLIFFORD GROLL

Clifford C. Groll, 83, of 1415 North 5th Street, Manitowoc, died Saturday morning, 
January 4, 1992, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home 9th St., Chapel. Rev. Bruce Hanstedt will officiate with burial at 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Groll was born August 20, 1908, in Manitowoc, son of the late William and Emma 
Peterik Groll. He attended local Manitowoc schools. Mr. Groll as a painting contractor 
in Manitowoc for many years and also worked for Burger Boat Co. He was a member and 
past president of the Painters and Allied Trades Union Local No. 499 in Manitowoc 
and was a member of the Manitowoc Co. Democratic Party. On January 27, 1930, he 
married Cecelia Leikam in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on January 24, 1978. 
On September 30, 1978, he married Florence LaCosse Neuser in Manitowoc. She preceded 
him in death September 20, 1980.
Survivors include a son, Richard Groll of Pierre Part, Louisiana; seven grandchildren, 
Sandra Williams, Jodi Businelle, Petrea Groll, Patricia Vahling, Anthony Groll, Amy 
Groll, and Jacqui Groll. Survivors also include his best friend and companion, Ruth 
Wellner of Manitowoc and her children, Darlene Jagodzinsky and David Wiegand and 
their five children; 15 great grandchildren  a brother, William Groll of Manitowoc; 
three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Florence Tuesburg of Manitowoc, Dorothy (Harvey) 
Rosinsky of Manitowoc, Marie (Ben) Mann of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, and other 
relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in death by his two wives, a son, Harlan, 
three brothers and three sisters.
Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home 9th St. Chapel on 
Monday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Tuesday until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, January 6, 1992  P. B7


DONALD R. "BUZZ" GROLL

Mr. Donald R. (Buzz) Groll, age 80, of 1415 Grand Ave., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
April 6, 1996, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center where he had been a resident 
for the past three years.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 11, 1996, at Immanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran Church. Rev. Dennis Broehm will officiate with interment to 
take place at Evergreen Cemetery with Military Graveside Services accorded by the 
AMVETS Post #99.
Buzz was born July 19, 1915, in Manitowoc, son of the late Richard and Renee 
Voelchert Groll. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the class of 1933. 
He then continued his education at the University of Wisconsin in Madison where 
he graduated in 1938 with a degree in Journalism. While attending the University 
of Wisconsin he played with the marching band. On March 22, 1941, he married the 
former Harriet Pluess at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. In December of 
1942, he entered the United States Army Air Force.  Buzz was stationed at the 
Advanced Command Post Headquarters of the 11th Air Force at Elmandorf Field, 
Anchorage, Alaska. There he was assigned to the Combat Intelligence Division. In 
November of 1945, he was honorably discharged from the military. He was employed 
with the Mirro Company from 1939 until his retirement in 1977, except for his tour 
of duty with the military from 1942 until 1945. Buzz was an active member of the 
Manitowoc Marine Band for 48 years. He was also a past president of the Manitowoc 
Marine Band Board of Directors, a charter member of the Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra 
and for several years was a board member of the Manitowoc Housing Commission. Buzz 
was a member of the original planning committee of Pinecrest Historical Village. 
He also had served as past president of the Historical Society and past vice-
president of the village and remained active in both.
Survivors include his wife, Harriet., one son and daughter-in-law, Philip and 
Nannette Groll, Manitowoc, two daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara and Nicholas 
Nitka, Manitowoc, Susan and John Donaubauer, Kenosha; one brother, Alan Groll, 
Algoma; ten grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; along with nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends.
The family would like to thank the nursing personnel and staff of Manitowoc Health 
Care Center (3-West and 1-West) for the excellent care and compassion shown our 
husband and father. Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 10 a.m. until 
the time of services at 11 a.m. there will be no Wednesday evening visitation.
In lieu of flowers a memorial fund is being established in his name.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 9, 1996  P. A2
*******
(D. Groll on SSDI)


EDUARD O. GROLL

Reinhard Franz Edward Otto Groll
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Reinhard Franz Edward Otto Groll
Gender  Male
Birth Date	11 Oct 1871
Birth Place	Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
Father  Friedrich Groll
FHL Film Number	1305080
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
[Baby Edward Groll]
(Eduard Otto/son of F. Groll and wife Johanne born Peth/
11 Oct 1871/20 Jan 1872/from death record of First Ger. Evang. ch.)


ELSE GROLL

Else M W Groll
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Else M W Groll
Gender  Female
Birth Date  11 Aug 1885
Birth Place	Manitowoc, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Father  Wilhelm Groll
Mother  Louise Rosinsky
FHL Film Number	1305082
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
Wm Groll
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name	Wm Groll
Death Date	5 Aug 1887
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume  02
Page number  0097
Reel	049
Image	0858
Index Volume  01
Sequence Number	133422
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Wm Groll
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Wm Groll
Color/Sex: w m
Age: 1
Father: Wm Groll
Death Date: 5 Aug 1887
Death County: M, Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: Entenitis
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[Else Groll/bur 08-07-1887/age 2 yrs]


EMIL GROLL    (d. 1895)

Death on Sun. morning, after a long illness, of Emil Groll. 
The deceased, who leaves a widow and 3 children, was buried 
Tues. in the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 03 Oct. 1895
*******
Emil Groll
birth: 18 July 1869 Manitowoc, Wis.
death: 29 September 1895 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
spouse: Emma Klauder
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[cause: consumption]


EMIL GROLL  (d. 1929)

EMIL GROLL DIES
Emil Groll, 40, passed away at his home 502 Commercial street last 
evening after an illness from influenza. Funeral services will be 
held Tuesday afternoon from the chapel at the Wattawa mortuary and 
burial will be at Evergreen, Rev. Ristad officiating. The body will 
be at the Wattawa undertaking parlors and may be viewed by friends 
Sunday from 3 to 4 and Monday and Monday evening 7 to 9.
Decedent was born in this city May 26, 1889 and had always made his 
home here. He was a painter and in 1913 was married to Ida Carl who 
survives him; together with two sisters, Mrs. Martha Bentley and 
Mrs. Richard Smith. Mr. Groll was a member of the local areie of 
Eagles.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, February 9, 1929 P.2
********
[bur. 12 Feb. 1929/age 39 yrs./cause: myocarditis]


EMMA GROLL    (d. 1970)

Mrs. William Groll, 89, formerly of 511 Buffalo St., Manitowoc, died Friday 
morning at the Veteran’s Home at King, Wis. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Harvey will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Groll, nee Emma Peterik, was born June 25, 1881, at Tisch Mills, daughter 
of the late Joseph and Mary Mateovitz Peterik. She married to William Groll 
Dec. 11, 1901, at Manitowoc, and they located at Manitowoc. Her husband preceded 
her in death in 1941.
Survivors include two sons, Clifford and William of Manitowoc; three daughters, 
Mrs. Harvey (Dorothy) Rosinsky of Charlevoix, Mich., Mrs. Ben (Marie) Mann of 
Mequon and Mrs. Francis (Florence) Tuesburg of Manitowoc; 17 grandchildren, 34 
great grandchildren and a great great grandchild. Two sons, three daughters, a 
brother and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Sunday until the time of 
service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 18, 1970  P. 15
*******
[d. 09-18-1970 at Waupaca WI/age 89 yrs./widow of William Groll]


FLORENCE GROLL    (d. 1912)

DEATH ROBS GROLL HOME OF BABY DAUGHTER. 
Death cast its shadow over the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Groll, Hamilton street, 
Tuesday night and robbed the home of the idolized daughter of the couple. The 
babe was three months old and died from convulsions. Funeral services will be 
held from the home tomorrow afternoon, Rev. N. Menzner officiating. The sympathy 
of many friends will go out to the bereaved parents.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, September 11, 1912  P. 1
********
[bur. 09-12-1912/cause: convulsions]


FLORENCE K. GROLL    (d. 1980)

Mrs. Clifford (Florence) Neuser Groll, 67, of 1624 Madison St., Manitowoc, died 
Saturday morning, September 20, at Emerson, Canada, following a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. 
at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Harold Berryman will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Groll, nee Florence K. LaCosse, was born Sept. 11, 1913, at Hermansville, 
Mich., daughter of the late Peter LaCosse and Elizabeth Ayotte LaCosse. She moved 
to Manitowoc as a young girl, resided her (sic) since and was married to Arthur H. 
Neuser Aug. 11, 1936. He preceded her in death Sept. 6, 1969, Prior to her 
retirement she owned and operated the Neuser Beauty Salon and Motel at Four Corners 
retiring in 1969. She was married to Clifford Groll Sept. 30, 1978, at Manitowoc. 
She was a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary.
Survivors include her husband, Clifford, four daughters and three sons-in-law, 
Darlene and Joseph Calvono of Phoenix, Ariz., Sandra and William Farrell of Madison, 
Patsy Falvey of Manitowoc and Bonnie and Charles Raduenz of Waterford, Wis.; her 
mother, Elizabeth LaCosse of Menominee, Mich.; four brothers, Vertin of Vulcan, 
Mich., Harold of Daggett, Mich., Alphonse of Norway, Mich., and Clarence of Kenosha; 
four sisters, Mrs. Mary Jane Wachal of Manitowoc, Mrs. Margaret Lacousier of 
Hermansville, Mich., Mrs. Gladys Murray of Powers, Mich., and Mrs. Laura Kubagiki 
of Menominee, Mich., and nine grandchildren. A brother and a sister preceded her 
in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, where an Eagles 
Auxiliary memorial service will be at 7 p.m. and a prayer service at 7:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, September 22, 1980 P.3
********
Funeral services for Mrs. Clifford (Florence) Neuser Groll of 1624 Madison St., 
Manitowoc, who died Saturday were 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 
10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Harold Berryman officiated 
and burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Survivors of Mrs. Groll, who were inadvertently omitted from Monday's obituary 
include a son, Richard Groll of Casper, Wyo., and a son-in-law, Tom Kurtz of 
Manitowoc.
Herald Times Reporter, September 24, 1980 P.3


FRANK GROLL

Franz B Proll
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Franz B Proll
Gender Male
Race White
Birth Date  22 Feb 1884
Birth Place	Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
Father  August Proll
Mother  Ernstine Leh
FHL Film Number	1305082
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
Freinz B Fr Groll
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Freinz B Fr Groll
Color/Sex: W M
Age: 6 years
Father: August Groll
Mother: Ernestina Groll
Birth Date: 22 Feb 1884
Death Date: 16 Mar 1890
Death County: Mauetoun, Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: Inf of lungs
Burial place: City Cem
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[Frank Groll/bur 03-09-1890/age 6 yrs/cause: acute nephritis]


FRED B. GROLL    (d. 1955)

Fred B. Groll, 73, of 1320 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, veteran employe of the 
Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co., died Wednesday night at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. 
He suffered a heart attack Monday at his home.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Wesley Methodist Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Donald Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born Feb. 17, 1882, in Manitowoc, son of the late Mr. and Mr. Fred Groll 
and in 190__ married Octavia Buerstatte. She died in 1932. In 1948 he married 
Miss Minnie Bauch in Merrill and they located in Manitowoc.
Groll was a member of Company H of the Wisconsin National Guard in his earlier 
years and was employed as a shop foreman and stock man at the Aluminum Goods Co. 
in Manitowoc for 41 years, retiring in 1954. He was active in Wesley church 
circles, being a teacher in the Sunday school and a member of the Christian 
Stewards. He was also a member of the Odd Fellows lodge.
Surviving are his wife; a daughter, Mrs. Henry Bonnefoi, of Manitowoc; son, 
Frederick of Manitowoc; and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after Friday 
noon. The casket will be moved to the church at 11 a.m. Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 28, 1955  P. 25
********
[d.07-27-1955/age 73 yrs./cause: acute myocardial infarction]
********
WED MIDST FLOWERS
Octave Buerstatte, Bride of Fred Groll at Home Wedding
Midst surrounding of flowers and in the presence of a party of friends, Miss 
Octavia Buerstatte and Fred Groll accepted the pledge of matrimony Wednesday 
evening, the ceremony being performed at the Buerstatte home by Rev. Mentzner 
of the German M.E. Church at 8. The home was prettily decorated with lilies 
of the valley, smilax and ferns. Mr. and Mrs. Groll will immediately take up 
their home on Hamilton Street, this city. The bride is a daughter of F.C. 
Buerstatte and a graduate of the South Side School while Mr. Groll is manager 
of the carpet department for the Schuette Bros. Co.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., June 10, 1909


FREDERICK J. GROLL    (d. 1974)

Frederick J. Groll, 54, of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, died Sunday at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. David A. Passet will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Groll was born June 16, 1919, at Manitowoc, son of the late Frederick B. and 
Octavia Buerstatte Groll. He married Dorothy Heller Dec. 26, 1944, at Elkton, Md. 
He was employed in the office of Schuette Construction Co. of Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, a son, Richard, and two daughters, Miss Nancy and Miss 
Judy, at home and a sister, Mrs. Henry Bonnefoi, of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday.
Herald Times Reporter, January 7, 1974  P. 14


FREDERICK JOHN GROLL   (d. 1909)

Friedrich Groll, an old settler in our city, died Tuesday 
at age 85 in St. Mary’s Hospital here. He leaves several 
children.
Der Nord Westen, 01 Apr. 1909
*******
DIED: 
Mr. Frederick Groll, a pioneer resident of the city, died suddenly 
Monday evening of heart failure, aged about 80 years. His wife died 
six years ago. He is survived by five sons, Rudolph, Richard, William 
and Fred of this city and Charles of Fond du Lac. The funeral will be 
held this afternoon from the German Methodist church. Interment at 
Evergreen.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 1, 1909  pg. 1
*******
[bur. 04-03-1909/cause: heart disease]


GARY JOSEPH GROLL

Lt. Gary Joseph Groll, 26, son of Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Groll, Shakopee, Minn., 
died there Monday following a kidney operation. The Grolls resided in Manitowoc 
until 1936 when they moved to Minnesota.
Lt. Groll was born in Manitowoc July 24, 1919, and attended the Immanuel Lutheran 
grade school and was a student at Lincoln high school for three years. He was 
graduated from high school in Shakopee and in the fall of 1941 prior to Pearl 
Harbor, enlisted in the air corps. He served overseas several years in the Pacific 
and China-India-Burma theaters of war. 
In February, 1943, he married Jean Denning and she survives with his parents, one 
brother, Ensign Kenneth Groll somewhere in the Pacific area, and one sister, Mrs. 
Donald Harris residing in Texas. A sister, La Verne, preceded him in death in 1936.
Funeral services will be held at Shakopee Friday and the body will arrive here 
later that day at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and may be viewed 
until 2 o’clock Saturday, the time of services.
The Rev. Theo. Uetzmann will officiate and interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 25, 1945  P. 2
********
[d. at St. Joseph's, Minnesota/cause: anuria/son of Rueben Groll]


GEORGE F. GROLL  (d. 1881)

George F Groll
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	George F Groll
Gender  Male
Birth Date	6 Dec 1880
Birth Place	Manitowoc City, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Father  August Groll
Mother  Ernestine Leh
FHL Film Number	1305082
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
Geo F Groll
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name	Geo F Groll
Death Date	30 Jul 1881
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume  01
Page number  0397
Reel	048
Image	2675
Index Volume  01
Sequence Number	133408
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
*****
George F Groll
Death •  Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: George F Groll
Color/Sex: white male
Age: 7 mo  24 da
Father: Aug. Groll
Mother: Ernestine Groll
Birthplace: Manitowoc Wis
Birth Date: 06 Dec 1880
Death Date: 30 Jul 1881
Death County: Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: summer complaint
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[?? Groll, Jr./bur. 08-01-1881]


GEORGE C. WM. GROLL (d. 1878)

Name: Groll, George C. Wm.
D.: 12/20/1878
B.: 11/30/1878
Reg. D.: 12/21/1878 
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 20 Da.
B.P.: Mtw.
D.P.: Mtw.
Cem.: Mtw.
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. R. Pieper
Spouse:
F.: Wm. Groll
M.: Louise Groll
Cause of Death: Weakness & Cramp
Pg. #: 283
*****
(George C. Wm. Groll/b. 30 Nov. 1878/d. 20 Dec. 1878/co. index)


HARLAN J. GROLL

Harlan J. Groll, 17, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Groll of 928 North 21st street, 
died this morning at the Holy Family hospital. 
He was born in Hays, Kans., in 1932 and the family later came to this city and 
from here moved to Wallace, Idaho, where he was graduated from grade school. The 
family returned to this city and until taken ill Harlan was employed at the Ames 
store here. 
Survivors are his parents, a brother Richard, now in the service on the island of 
Guam, paternal grandmother, Mrs. William Groll of this city; maternal grandfather, 
Carl Leikan, of Hays.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home and at 9 o’clock at the Holy Innocents church, the Rev. E. A. Radey 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, where the rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 13, 1949  P. 2
*******
[bur. 06-15-1949/age 17 yrs./bur. on Clifford Groll lot]


HARRIET P. GROLL

Harriet P. Groll, age 87, of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, formerly 
of 1415 Grand Ave., Manitowoc, died Monday, Jan. 20, 2003 at Shady Lane Nursing 
Care Center. 
Funeral services will be 7 p.m. Friday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church 
with the Rev. Dennis Broehm officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. 
Harriet was born Dec. 3, 1915 in Manitowoc. She was the daughter of the late Ernst 
and Bertha Giese Pleuss. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 
1934. On March 22, 1941 Harriet married Donald R. Groll at Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death April 6, 1996. She was a member of 
Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Ladies of Immanuel, founding member 
of Pinecrest Historical Village, tour guide for Wisconsin Maritime Museum, also 
a member of the Friends of the Manitowoc Public Library, long time volunteer for 
Memorial Hospital Auxiliary along with other local community organizations. Harriet 
was also an avid gardener, golfer and bridge player. 
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law: Philip and Nannette Groll, Manitowoc; 
two daughters and sons-in-law: Barbara and Nicholas Nitka, Manitowoc; Susan and 
John Donaubauer, Kenosha; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one sister: 
Anita Oberland, Manitowoc; along with other relatives and friends surviving. She 
was preceded in death by her husband: Donald in 1996; and one brother: Frederick 
Pleuss. 
Friends may call at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 916 Pine St., Manitowoc, 
on Friday from 5 p.m. until the time of services at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a 
memorial fund is being established in her name. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, 
is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.  
Herald Times Reporter, January 2003


IDA GROLL

EAST TROY TOWN-
Mrs. Ida Groll (nee Carl), 80, of Route 1, died today at the New Berlin Memorial 
Hospital after a short illness.
She was born in Manitowoc, Wis. and lived there until moving to East Troy three 
months ago to live with her nephew, William Reif. In 1914 she married the late 
Emil Groll in Manitowoc. She worked as a housekeeper there.
Mrs. Groll is survived by nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Anderson Memorial Home. Friends 
may call from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday. Private burial will be Wednesday at 
Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc.
Waukesha Daily Freeman, Monday, December 18, 1972 P. 13
********
[d. at New Berlin WI/age 80 yrs./widow of Emil Groll]


JACK C. GROLL    (d. 1955)

Jack Charles, six day old son of Sgt. 1.C. and Mrs. Jack Groll, died Tuesday 
morning at University Hospital, Madison. Private funeral services will be held 
Wednesday morning at the Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Armin 
Roskie officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Besides his parents, 
the maternal grandmother, Mrs. Elsa Dorenbusch of Germany and the paternal 
grandfather, William Groll of Manitowoc survive. The Grolls are temporarily 
residing at 626 N. 11th St., Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Jan. 18, 1955 page 13
*********
[d. 01-18-1955 at Madison, WI/age 6 days/bur. on Clifford Groll lot]


LAVERNE GROLL

LA VERNE GROLL, AGED 13, DIES
School Girl Succumbs at Madison After Long Illness
La Verne Groll, aged 13, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Groll, North Eighth 
street limits, died Tuesday evening at 7:30 o'clock at the state general 
hospital, Madison, after a lingering illness.
She was born in this city Dec. 2, 1922, and was a eighth grade student at the 
Immanuel Lutheran school. Survivors are the parents, two brothers (private), 
one sister (private), and her grandmother, Mrs. Rose Krejcarek, Branch.
The funeral will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the Wattawa, Urbanek & Schlei 
funeral home and at 2 o'clock at the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran church. 
Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery. The body can be viewed after Thursday 
noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, May 6, 1936 P. 2
*******
[bur. 5-9-1936/female/died at Madison, WI/cause acute leukemia secondary 
anemia/bur. on Reuben Groll lot]


LOUISE B. GROLL    (d.1901)

WHERE TROUBLES COME NOT.
Death Summons Responded To By Old and Young Alike.
Death’s visitation to the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. Groll, Hamilton 
Street Sunday night, claimed their daughter Miss Elizabeth, who was 
released from weary months of pain (and) suffering in the peaceful 
sleep of eternity. For two years consumption had made rapid inroads 
until the patient was unable longer to battle against the dread 
disease. 
She was 21 years of age and was born in the city. Of a bright sunny 
disposition, ever cheerful, she was popular with a large circle of 
friends, who will sincerely mourn her demise. To the bereaved family 
a heartfelt sympathy is extended. Besides her parents, five brothers 
survive. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon from the German 
M. E. church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, March 18, 1901, p. 1
********
Death Sun. of Miss Elisabeth Groll, the 20-yr. old daughter 
of Mr. F. Groll here, from consumption, an illness afflicting 
her for the past two years. The funeral was held yesterday 
afternoon from the German Methodist Church.
Der Nord Westen, 21 Mar. 1901
********
Deaths of a Week:
Elizabeth Groll, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. Groll of Hamilton street died 
on Sunday night. She was 21 years of age and had been ill with consumption 
for two years. She was buried from the German Methodist Episcopal church 
yesterday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, March 21, 1901 pg. 1
*******
Louise Bertha Groll
birth: 1 April 1879 Manitowoc, Wis.
death: 17 March 1901 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1901 Manitowoc
father: Fred Groll
mother: Minnie Prate
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
********
[Louisa/cause: tuberculosis]
********
(Note: Cem. office verified this is Elizabeth in the obit. She is
also called Lizzie on the 1900 census)


LOUISE C. GROLL    (d. 1894)

Groll
death: 13 November 1894 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
spouse: William Groll
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
********
Louise Groll
birth: 30 June 1860 Manitowoc, Wis.
death: 13 November 1894 Manitowoc, Wisconsin
father: William Rosinsky
spouse: Wilh Groll
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
********
[bur. 11-13-1894/age 34 yrs./cause: consumption]


MINNIE BAUCH GROLL    (d. 1969)

Mrs. Fred Groll Sr., 84, of 1329 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died Friday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Wesley Methodist Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Donald T. Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. 
Mrs. Groll, nee Minnie Bauch, was born Feb. 9, 1884, in the Town of Newton, daughter 
of the late Christopher and Fredericka Schroeter Bauch. She worked at Esch, Torreson 
Henderson-Hoyt and Boston stores at Manitowoc. On Sept. 1, 1946, she was married to 
Fred Groll at Merrill, Wis., and he preceded her in death July 27, 1955.
Survivors include a stepson, Frederick Jr., and a stepdaughter, Mrs. Henry Bonnefoi, 
of Manitowoc; two nieces, Mrs. Arch Dougherty of Manitowoc and Mrs. Alvin J. 
Farnham Sr., of Wauwatosa; six grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A brother 
preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Ninth Street entrance, 
from 4 until 9 p.m. Sunday and until Monday noon, and then at the church until time 
of services. Memorials may be made to Wesley church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 17, 1969  P. 15
********
[widow of Fred B. Groll]


OCTAVIA GROLL

MRS. F. B. GROLL STROKE VICTIM SUNDAY NIGHT 
Funeral Services Will Be Held Wednesday At Wesley M.E. Church 
A sudden stroke, which she suffered at the home, 1329 South 15th street, on 
Sunday, proved fatal to Mrs. Frederick B. Groll, 45, well known south side 
resident and prominent worker in the circles of the Wesley M.E. church.
Mrs. Groll who had been ill for a week seemed to be improving but yesterday 
she suffered a series of strokes that sapped her strength and caused her death 
shortly after the supper hour. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. 
from the Wesley M.E. church in charge of the Rev. H. Feldt with interment at 
Evergreen cemetery. The remains will be removed to the church tomorrow, where 
they will lie in state until the funeral services the next day.
The maiden name of the deceased was Octavia Buerstatte. She was a daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Buerstatte, now deceased, and was born in this city October 3, 
1887. She was brought up here and educated in the public schools of the city.
Married in 1909
On June 9, 1909 she was married to Frederick B. Groll, and they continued to 
make their home here. 
Mrs. Groll was a tireless and enthusiastic worker in the Wesley M. E. church. 
She was a member of the Ladies Aid society of the church, a member of the choir, 
pianist and teacher for the Sunday school and president of the Womens Foreign 
Missionary society of the congregation.
Besides her husband Mrs. Groll is survived by a daughter, Mildred, and a son 
Frederick Jr., both at home. One daughter died in infancy. There are three 
sisters, Mrs. A. T. Baker, St. Paul, In., Mrs. J. V. Romoser, Fort Atkinson, 
Wis., and Mrs. L. E. Huppert, city, and four brothers, Julius, Charles and 
Richard of this city, and Fred of Seattle, Wash.
Friends may view the remains from Tuesday noon until the hour of the funeral 
at the Wesley M.E. church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 14, 1932  P. 2
********
[bur. 11-16-1932/age 45 yrs/cause: cerebral hemorrhage/bur. on Fred Groll lot]
********
WED MIDST FLOWERS
Octave Buerstatte, Bride of Fred Groll at Home Wedding
Midst surrounding of flowers and in the presence of a party of friends, Miss 
Octavia Buerstatte and Fred Groll accepted the pledge of matrimony Wednesday 
evening, the ceremony being performed at the Buerstatte home by Rev. Mentzner 
of the German M.E. Church at 8. The home was prettily decorated with lilies 
of the valley, smilax and ferns. Mr. and Mrs. Groll will immediately take up 
their home on Hamilton Street, this city. The bride is a daughter of F.C. 
Buerstatte and a graduate of the South Side School while Mr. Groll is manager 
of the carpet department for the Schuette Bros. Co.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., June 10, 1909


PEARL L. GROLL

Mrs. Richard (Pearl L.) Groll, 87, of 1415 Grand Ave., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. James Episcopal Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. William R. Harvey will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Groll, nee Pearl Andrews, was born March 20, 1887, at Stevens Point, daughter 
of the late Gerry and Genevieve Leere Andrews. She was educated at Stevens Point. 
She was married to Hugo G. Horst Feb. 2, 1910, at Fond du Lac. He preceded her in 
death in 1945. She was married to Richard Groll July 19, 1952, at Milwaukee. He 
preceded her in death Nov. 25, 1969. She was a member of St. James Episcopal 
Church.
Survivors include two stepsons, Donald Groll, of Manitowoc and Alan Groll, of 
Algoma; six step grandchildren and six step great grandchildren. A son, four 
brothers and five sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 to 9 p.m. 
Friday and at the church from 1 p.m. Saturday until the time of service. Memorials 
may be made to the Ladies Guild of the church or Holiday House.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2, 1975  P. 3
********
[d. 01-01-1975/age 75 yrs./widow of Richard Groll (wife #2) 


PERCY W. GROLL

Percy Groll, 63, of 511 Buffalo St., Manitowoc, died Monday at Veterans Hospital, 
Wood, Wis., after a several months' illness. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm 
Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral home, Manitowoc. The Otto Oas Post 659, 
Veterans of Foreign Wars, will conduct services and graveside rites at Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Groll was born Aug. 21, 1902 at Manitowoc, son of the late William Groll and 
Mrs. Emma Peterik Groll. He never married and was a World War II veteran. He was 
employed as a truck driver for Muchin's Steel Supply co. and was a member of the 
Shoto and Bolt Conservation Clubs and the Teamsters Union Local.
Surviving are his mother, who lives at King, Wis., two brothers, Clifford and 
William of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Harvey Rosinsky and Mrs. Francis 
Tuesberg of Manitowoc and Mrs. Ben Mann of Milwaukee. Friends may call at the 
funeral home after 3 pm Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., April 4, 1966 page T7
*******
[d. Wood, WI/bur. on William Groll lot]


RENEE GROLL

Mrs. Richard R. Groll, 56, of 1415 Grand avenue, city, died at her home this 
morning following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm. Friday at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral 
home with burial in Evergreen cemetery.
Nee Renee Voelchert, Mrs. Groll was born in this city in 1891 and following her 
marriage to Mr. Groll in 1914, had continued to reside here.
Surviving ___ ______two sons, Donald and Alan of this city and two grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Thursday noon until the time of 
services Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 21, 1948  P. 2
*********
[d. 07-21-1948/age 56 yrs./wife of Richard R. Groll]
*********
RETURNS FROM DETROIT TO CLAIM BRIDE
Marriage of Miss Renee Voelchert & Rich Groll Today
Miss Renee, daughter of Fred Voelchert and Richard R. Groll, were married at the 
parsonage of the German Lutheran Church at 6 o'clock this morning and following 
a wedding breakfast at the Voelchert home, departed from a honeymoon trip to 
Green Bay, Appleton and other points. Owing to the recent death of the bride's 
mother, the wedding was a quiet one, only the attendants to the couple, Miss Irma 
Schultz and Fred Voelchert Jr., being present. 
Mr. Groll, for some time has been located at Detroit. He is a Manitowoc man and 
with his bride attended the local schools. Miss Voelchert is one of the city's 
well known young ladies and has always made her home here. Mr. and Mrs. Groll will 
return here to make their home and will be at home to friends after June 15 at 618 
Jay Street.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 18, 1914 page 7


REUBEN GROLL    (d. 1958)

Reuben Groll, 68, former Manitowoc resident, died Thursday at Shakopee, Minn., 
where he had resided since 1935.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Theophil F. Uetzmann officiating, with burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Groll was born at Manitowoc May 17, 1889, and had been employed by Rahr 
Malting Co. When he moved with his family in 1935 to Shakopee he was a 
machinist for Rahr in that city.
Surviving are his wife, a son Kenneth, of Aurora, Minn., a daughter, Mrs. 
Donald Harris, of Marshall, Minn., a brother and three grandchildren. 
Friends may call after 6 p.m. Sunday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, until 10:30 a.m. Monday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the hour of service.
Herald Times Reporter, January 10, 1958  p.11
*********
[d. 01-08-1958 at Shakopee MN/age 68 yrs.]


RHEINHART F. GROLL

Death yesterday of Reinhard Groll here of consumption. We do not have 
any further information at this time.
Der Nord Westen, 25 Jan. 1900
*******
The funeral of Reinhard Groll, whose death we reported briefly in last 
week’s edition, was held Sat. from the German Methodist Church. The 
deceased was just 28-yrs. old when he succumbed to consumption, leaving 
his widow and one child. In addition he was survived by his elderly 
parents, 4 brothers and one sister.
Der Nord Westen, 01 Feb. 1900
*******
ASLEEP, TO WAKE NO MORE.
Reinhardt Groll Answered Final Summons, Last Evening.
Death's Messenger came to Reinhardt Groll at the home of his 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Groll, on Hamilton street, at 8 
o'clock last evening. He had prepared to retire and had lain 
himself down, falling asleep on earth to awake in perfect rest 
above. Consumption was the cause of death, but although deceased 
had suffered many months, no immediate danger was anticipated 
and the sudden summons was a terrible shock to members of the 
family.
Decedent was born in this city 28 years ago and was a painter 
by trade. He was well and favorably known throughout the city 
and county and had many friends, who will regret his demise. 
He was married in September 1897, to Miss Annie Reiss who with 
one daughter survives to mourn the loss of a loving husband and 
kind father. His parents, four brothers and one sister, also 
survive. The funeral will be held Saturday from the German M.E. 
church at 2 o'clock p.m., services to be conducted by Rev. 
Romoser.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, January 25, 1900 P.1
*******
Friends and relatives in large numbers assembled at the German 
Methodist church at 2 o'clock this afternoon to pay the last 
tribute of love and respect to the memory of the late Reinhardt 
Groll. Services were conducted by Rev. Romoser, pastor of the 
church. The floral tributes were beautiful and numerous. 
Interment was at Evergreen and the following pall bearers 
officiated: Charles and Henry Wallschlaeger, John Kadow, Adolph 
Ellig, August Genrich, Gustave Uek.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, January 27, 1900 P.1
*******
Chas. Groll and family are here from Fond du Lac to attend 
the funeral of Mr. Groll's brother, Reinhardt Groll.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, January 27, 1900 P.3
*******
Reinhard Grull (sic)
birth: 11 October 1871 Manitowoc, Wis.
death: 24 January 1900 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1900 Manitowoc
father: Fred Grull
mother: Wilhelmina Groll
spouse: Annie Kiel
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[Reinhard/cause: tuberculosis]


RICHARD R. GROLL    (d. 1969)

Richard R. Groll, 78, of 145 Grand Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at St. James Episcopal Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. William Harvey will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Groll was born Jan. 17, 1891, at Manitowoc, son of the late Benjamin 
and Theresia Groll Hansen. He was later adopted by the Rudolph Groll 
family.
He married Renee Voelchert May 20, 1914, and she preceded him in death July 22, 
1948. Mr. Groll married Blanche Drumm May 20, 1950, and she preceded him in 
death June 10, 1951; and he then married Pearl Horst July 19, 1952. Mr. Groll, 
a member of Manitowoc Masonic Lodge No. 65 F. and A.M. and the Royal League. 
He was a foreman at Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc, where he was employed for 
40 years, retiring March 1, 1956.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Don of Manitowoc and Alan of Rt. 4, 
Manitowoc; a brother, Ben Hansen, of Two Rivers; six grandchildren and three 
great grandchildren. Three brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 4 p.m. 
Thursday until 1:30 p.m. Friday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 25, 1969  P. 3
*********
RETURNS FROM DETROIT TO CLAIM BRIDE
Marriage of Miss Renee Voelchert & Rich Groll Today
Miss Renee, daughter of Fred Voelchert and Richard R. Groll, were married at the 
parsonage of the German Lutheran Church at 6 o'clock this morning and following 
a wedding breakfast at the Voelchert home, departed from a honeymoon trip to 
Green Bay, Appleton and other points. Owing to the recent death of the bride's 
mother, the wedding was a quiet one, only the attendants to the couple, Miss Irma 
Schultz and Fred Voelchert Jr., being present. 
Mr. Groll, for some time has been located at Detroit. He is a Manitowoc man and 
with his bride attended the local schools. Miss Voelchert is one of the city's 
well known young ladies and has always made her home here. Mr. and Mrs. Groll will 
return here to make their home and will be at home to friends after June 15 at 618 
Jay Street.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 18, 1914 page 7


RICHARD LEE GROLL    (d. Sept. 1995)

Richard L. Groll, age 64, of Pierre Part, La., formerly of Manitowoc, Wis., died 
Saturday, September 2, 1995, at Leonard Chabert Medical Center, Houma, La.
Graveside Services will be held at 1 pm. Tuesday, September 19, 1995, at Evergreen 
Cemetery. Rev. Gerald Foley will officiate.
He was born November 20, 1930, in Manitowoc, son of the late Clifford and Cecelia 
Leikam Groll. He served in the United States Army being stationed on the Island of 
Guam during the Korean War. He then became employed with his father as a painter 
for many years in the Manitowoc area.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Anthony and Carrie Groll, Milwaukee; 
six daughters and one son-in-law, Sandra and Gary Williams, Yeadon, Pa., Jodi 
Businelle, Manitowoc, Petrea Groll, Manitowoc, Pat Vahling, Lakewood, Colo., Amy 
Domacalski, Shawano, Wis., Jacqui Stanford, Keshena, Wis.; a special friend, Betty 
Barcelona, Pierre Part, La., 16 grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends. 
He was preceded in death by one brother, Harlan Groll.
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 17, 1995  P. A2
*****
[Richard Lee Groll/d. 09-02-1995 in Houma, Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana/
age 65 yrs./cremains/bur. on Clifford Groll lot]


RICHARD WILLIAM GROLL    (d. Aug. 1995)

RICHARD W. GROLL  cemetery #44
Richard W. Groll, age 47, of 3803 MacArthur Drive, Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Monday morning, August 7, 1995, while vacation in at Terry Andrae State Park, 
Sheboygan County, Wis.
Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, August 10, 1995, at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Alan Boeldt 
with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born March 13, 1948, in Manitowoc, son of Dorothy Groll Rosinsky and the 
late Frederick Groll. Richard was a graduate of Lincoln High School graduating 
with the class of 1966 and was employed at Imperial Eastman Company, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his mother, Dorothy Groll Rosinsky, Manitowoc; two sisters and 
a brother-in-law, Nancy Groll, Judy and Michael Tadych, all of Manitowoc; three 
nephews, Dustin, Ryan and Zachary Tadych; two nieces, Heather and Stacie Tadych; 
along with other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his step-
father, Walter Rosinsky.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday 
morning from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 1 p.m.
Richard enjoyed camping, attending stock car races and his faithful dog Gina.
Herald Times Reporter, August 8, 1995  P. A2
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[d. at Sheboygan WI/single/bur. on Fred Groll lot]


ROSE J. GROLL    (d. 1967)

Groll - The thoughtfulness and kindness of our relatives, friends and neighbors 
has been deeply appreciated and we are extending our most grateful thanks to 
all of you who have so kindly aided us in our recent bereavement, the loss of 
our beloved mother, sister and grandmother, Mrs. Reuben Groll. Special thanks 
to the Rev. T.F. Uetzman, pallbearers, the donors of memorial wreaths and flowers, 
the donors and drivers of cars, and any others who aided us in any way.
Family of Mrs. Reuben Groll
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sept. 25, 1967 page 15
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[d. 09-15-1967 at Shakopee MN/age 76 yrs./widow of Reuben Groll]


RUDOLPH GROLL

Rudolph Groll, 76, former Manitowoc carpenter contractor who left 
here 30 years ago to locate in Detroit, died there this noon, 
according to a message received here.
The body is to be brought to Manitowoc Sunday night and funeral 
services from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, will 
be held either Monday or Tuesday.
Mr. Groll was born in this city and married Miss Bertha Kurth of 
this city. At Detroit he engaged in special mill work and planing 
on construction jobs.
Survivors are the widow, a daughter, Mrs. Blanche Asp?all of 
Detroit; son, Richard, of this city; brother, Fred, of this city.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, July 3, 1943 P.2
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Funeral services for Rudolph Groll, 76, former Manitowoc resident 
who died at Detroit Saturday, where held Monday afternoon at two 
o'clock from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. The Rev. 
Theo Uetzmann of the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran church officiated. 
Burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Groll, a former Manitowoc carpenter contractor, left this city 
30 years ago to locate in Detroit.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, July 6, 1943 P.2
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[Rudolph/d. 07-03-1943 at Wayne Co., Detroit, MI/age 77 yrs./
cause: acute myocarditis]


THERESIA GROLL

The funeral of the late Mrs. Rudolph Groll took place yesterday from 
the St. Boniface church and interment was at Evergreen cemetery. A 
large cortege followed the remains to their last resting place and 
the floral offerings were many and beautiful.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, October 08, 1902, Page 1
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Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Groll, of Fond du Lac, Mr. and Mrs. J. Guilsdorf 
of Sheboygan, Mrs. Aug. Schneider, of Chicago and Richard Groll, of 
Brillion, who were here to attend the funeral of Mrs. Rudolph Groll, 
have returned to their home.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, October 09, 1902, Page 1
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From Der Nord Westen, 09 Oct. 1902:
Death Sun. in the local hospital of Mrs. Rudolph Groll of an 
abdominal abscess. The deceased entered the hospital a week 
ago to undergo an operation, but she died before it could be 
performed. Mrs. Groll was born 19 Oct. 1864 in Town Cato and 
married her now surviving husband 17 yrs. ago. In addition to 
her husband she is survived by an adopted son, by her father, 
and by 2 sisters and 3 brothers. The funeral was held Tues. at
the Catholic Cemetery.
(Note: Despite this obit indicating the Catholic cemetery, 
I found her in Evergreen)
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Mrs. Rudolph Groll
birth: 1864
death: 5 October 1902 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
spouse: Rudolph Groll
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[Theresa Mrs. R./bur. 10-07-1902/cause: abdominal abscess]


WILHELMINA JOHANNA GROLL

Cancer took the life here Monday of Mrs. Fritz Groll. The deceased was born 09
Apr. 1834 in the Province of Pomerania, and came from Germany with her now
surviving husband to Manitowoc in 1868 where the family has remained. In addition
to her husband, Mrs. Groll leaves 5 children. The funeral will be held tomorrow
from the German Methodist Church.
Der Nord Westen, 12 Apr. 1906
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Welhelmine Pith Groll 
birth: 9 April 1834 Germany
death: 9 April 1906 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1906 Manitowoc
spouse: Rudolph Groll Sr. (sic)
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[bur. 04-11-1906/cause: cancer of the liver]


WILLIAM C. GROLL    (d. 1909)

Death in local St. Mary’s Hospital Sunday of 51-year old 
Wilhelm Groll. He leaves several sons. Burial was yesterday morning.
Der Nord Westen, 15 Apr. 1909
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DIED:
William Groll, Sr., aged 52 years, died Sunday evening at the St. 
Mary's hospital. His death was due to tuberculosis. He is survived 
by seven children, William, Jr., Edward and Reubin of this city, 
Mrs. Harry Gray of Milwaukee, Miss Myrtle Groll of Sheboygan Falls, 
Elmer Groll of Eaton and Anton Groll who is in the Philippines.
The funeral was held Wednesday morning from St. Mary's hospital. 
Interment was at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 15, 1909  pg. 1
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GETS FIRST RIDE IN WAGON
Pauper Initiates New Police Patrol Vehicle on Tuesday
First ride in the new police wagon was given to William Groll, an inmate of the 
county poor house , who was picked up at the corner of Tenth and Madison 
Streets on Tuesday, when a telephone call was sent in to the station. Groll, who 
is believed to be consumptive, was found to be lying in the street and at first 
appeared to be under the influence of liquor but instead was suffering an attack 
as a result of his infirmities. He was placed in the wagon by one of the patrolmen 
and the journey to the poor farm occasioned a great deal of curiosity as the wagon 
resplendent in its newness made its way to the destination through town.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Wed., Dec. 26, 1906 
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[bur. 04-14-1909/cause: tuberculosis]


WILLIAM C. GROLL    (d. 1941)

GROLL, William—Age 63. 1016 Buffalo St. Died Saturday, May 24th at Downey, Ill. 
Funeral Wednesday, May 28th at 2 p.m. at the Wattawa-Urbanek and Schlei funeral 
home. Rev. F.C.St. Clair will officiate. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. 
The body may be viewed after Tuesday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 26, 1941  P. 10 
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Funeral services for William Groll, 63, Spanish American War veteran who died 
Saturday at a Veterans hospital at Downey, Ill., were held this afternoon from 
the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. Burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
Except for the period he was in the service Mr. Groll, a painter, made this 
city his home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 28, 1941  P. 2
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[d. at Veteran's Administration, Downey, IL/age 62 yrs./cause: cerebral 
hemorrhage and terminal cardiac]


AUGUST GROSSTUECK   

EXTRA!
CIVIL WAR VETERAN DIES THIS AFTERNOON
August Grossteuck (sic), pioneer resident and a veteran of the civil 
war, died at his home, Clark and Sixteenth streets, late this afternoon. 
Mr. Grossteuck was past 80 years of age and had been failing for some 
time. He recently returned from Michigan where he spent the winter with 
his daughter.
Mr. Groessteuck was well known in the city. A more extended notice will 
appear in tomorrow's issue.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, May 4, 1914 P.5
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Aug. Grosstueck, Jr., of Burlington, Wis., and Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Hinken, 
of Benton Harbor, Mich., arrived yesterday called here by the serious 
illness and death of August Grosstueck, Sr.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, May 5, 1914 P.3
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A. GROSSTEUCK (sic), CIVIL WAR VET, WHO DIED YESTERDAY, 
MADE A CAPTAIN FOR BRAVERY IN 1864
Mr. Grossteuck Served Three Years and Won Distinction
August Grossteuck, old settler and war veteran, whose death occurred at 
his home at Sixteenth and Clark strets (sic), late yesterday, was 80 
years of age having been born at Saxe, Germany, Feb. 16, 1834. He came 
to America at the age of nine and located in Manitowoc in 1858 and had 
since resided here. Mr. Grossteuck, following the war, conducted a 
coffee house and summer garden which for years was a landmark of the 
city. Of late years he had lived a retired life.
Mr. Grossteuck achieved distinction in his service for his country, being 
made a captain by brevet by Governer Fairchild in 1964 in recognition of 
bravery at Jenkins Ferry. He served with Co. B, Ninth Wisconsin and 
participated in many engagements, being promoted to sergeant of his company 
in 1862, a year after his enlistment.
Mr. Grossteuck was married here in 1858 to Katherine Kennedy, who preceded 
him in death sixteen years ago. Three of five children born to the couple 
survive, being Miss Josephine, this city, August, of Burlington, and Mrs. 
W. A. Hinkins (sic), of Benton Harbor, Mich. All were here at his death.
Funeral services will held (sic) from the late home tomorrow afternoon 
under auspices of the G.A.R. of which he was a member and the W.R.C., Rev. 
Axtell will officiate.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday May 5, 1914 P.5
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DEATH OF AUGUST GROSSTEUCK(sic) LEAVES BUT TWO SURVIVORS OF HIS COMPANY 
OF 110 IN CIVIL WAR
With the burial yesterday of August Grossteuck, the last, but two, of 
the survivors of a company of 110 recruited in Manitowoc county and sent 
to the front in 1861 in defense of the Union, is known no more to earth. 
For a year past Mr. Grossteuck and two comrades, Henry Schmidt and 
Charles Boll have been the only survivors residing here of Co. B. Ninth 
Wisconsin, which was one of the Wisconsin regiments which served with 
distinction in the war of the rebellion and Mr. Grossteuck's death leaves 
only Mr. Schmidt and Mr. Boll. The latter is an employe of the Wisconsin 
Pea Canners' Co.
A coincident of the death of Mr. Grossteuck remarked upon by his comrades 
yesterday is the fact that his death occured on the fiftieth anniversary 
of the day his regiment reached (sic) Little Rock, Ark., after a march 
of hundreds of miles following the battle at Jenkins Ferry where Mr. 
Grossteuck's bravery was recognized by Governor Fairfield in making him 
captain by brevet.
Mr. Grossteuck's funeral was under the auspices of the G.A.R. and W.R.C., 
the members of the former organization officiating as honorary pall bearers, 
the acting pall bearers being members of Camp Solaman, Sons of Veterans.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, May 7, 1914 P.5
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[August Grosstueck/bur. 05-06-1914/cause: artersis selerosis]
[August Grosstick/Feb 15, 1834/May 4, 1914/
from Manitowoc County Civil War Roundtable]


CATHRENA GROSSTUECK

Death, after a long and difficult illness, on Tues. morning of 
Mrs. Grosstueck, wife of August Grosstueck, here in Manitowoc. 
The deceased was born 03 July 1843 in Chicago. She is survived 
by her husband and 4 grown children. The funeral will take place 
this afternoon at the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 09 Sept. 1897
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Catherine Kennedy Grosstueck
birth: 3 July 1843 Chicago, Ill.
death: 7 September 1897 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1897 Manitowoc
father: Kennedy
spouse: August Grosstueck
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[bur. 09-07-1897/age 54 yrs./cause: perfation of stomach]
(Cathrena Grosstueck/b. 03 July 1843/d. Sept. 1897/from obituary)


CHILD GROSSTUECK    (d. 1879)

A child belonging to August Grosstueck died last week and was buried 
on Sunday. It was eleven months old.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, September 4, 1879 P. 3
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Sunday would have been Aug 31.


WALTER GROSSTUECK

Walter Grosstueck, son of August Grosstueck, formerly employed 
in the drugstore of Mr. Henrichs, has accepted a position with 
a drugstore in Burlington, Iowa and will leave for there in a 
few days. 
Der Nord Westen, 09 Mar. 1899 
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Death Sat. following a long illness with consumption, 
of Walter Grosstueck, a son of August Grossstueck here. 
He contracted the disease while serving in the U.S. Army 
during the Spanish-American War. The deceased, who was 28, 
is survived by his sorrowing father, a widow and 3 children, 
as well as several sisters. The funeral was held Tues. and 
he was given the last salute by Company H to which he had 
belonged since the outbreak of the war.
Der Nord Westen, 02 Feb. 1905
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SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR VETERAN PASSES AWAY
Walter Grosseteuck(sic) died last Saturday at his home on Washington street after 
suffering for several weeks from an illness which he originally contracted while 
serving his country as a soldier in the Spanish American war. The decedent was 38 
years old and served with Company H in the war. He was a son of A. Grosseteuck, 
Clark street, and was married four years ago.
He is survived by a wife and three children; his father; two sisters and a brother. 
The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon and members of Company H were present.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 2, 1905
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[Walter Grosstueck/bur. 01-30-1905]
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Walter Grostueck
birth: 1878 Manitowoc
death: 28 January 1905 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1905 Manitowoc
father: A. Grostueck
mother: Katherine
spouse: Blanche
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[age 27 yrs./cause: apoplexy]