FRANCIS G. KENNEDY

Francis G. Kennedy (photo) of 111 N. 21st St., Manitowoc, died at the residence 
early Saturday morning following a coronary attack. He was 67.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and at 9 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. E. A. Radey will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. 
Mr. Kennedy was born at Manitowoc April 24, 1890, son of the late George W. and 
Isabel Snyder. He married Lucile? Schneider Nov. 30, ___ and ___ _____in 1955 was 
second mate for 18 years on Standard Oil of Indiana tankers. He was a member of 
the Holy Name Society of the church.
Surviving are his wife, three sons, John F. and Thomas C. of Manitowoc and 
William J. of Ironwood, Mich.; two brothers, Webb and Harry of Green Bay; two 
sisters, Mrs. Charles Longfield of Carpentiera, Calif., and Mrs. Francis Patenaude 
of Green Bay; and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Monday where the Rosary will be 
recited at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 29, 1958  P. 9 
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[d. 03-29-1958/age 67 yrs./bur. on Florian J. Schneider lot]
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TWO SUFFER INJURY
Thos. Sporer & Francis Kennedy Injured in Accidents
Another accident of the day was that in which Francis Kennedy, a son of G.W. 
Kennedy had two fingers broken and his hand badly sprained while playing 
basketball at the Y.M.C.A. gym.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., Dec. 10, 1909
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The following is from his brother's obituary:
In the mention of the death of Emmett Kennedy, son of G.W. Kennedy, at Denver,
on Saturday, mention of two sisters and three brothers of the decedent was
omitted. Mr. Kennedy has two sisters, Miss Isabel, a teacher at Madison and
Miss Margaret, at Green Bay and three brothers, two of whom are in service. 
Webb being in the aviation corps, Harry at Camp Sheridan and Francis, residing
in this city, employed at the shipyards
Manitowoc Herald News, December 16, 1918  p.3
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(1900 Manitowoc census:
George Kennedy age 37; wife Isabel age 37; Francis age 10; Isabel age 7;
Emmet age 5; Webster age 3; Harry age 2; Fannie age 3/12)


ISABEL L. KENNEDY

Isabel L. Kennedy, age 81, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, 
died Saturday morning, Aug. 5, 2006, at Shady Lane.
Isabel was born on July 23, 1925, daughter of the late Adolph and Pauline (Zawadski) 
Turczynski. She attended Manitowoc Lincoln High School and graduated with the class 
of 1941. On Aug. 20, 1949, she married the late Thomas Kennedy who preceded her in 
death on Sept. 9, 1999. Isabel was employed at J.C. Penney for several years. She 
was also a member of The Ladies of St. Peter the Fisherman.
Survivors include two sons and one daughter-in-law: Patrick and Kim Kennedy, 
Sheboygan, Daniel Kennedy, Fairbanks, Alaska; four daughters and one son-in-law: 
Eileen Kennedy, Mishicot, Kathleen Kennedy, Two Rivers, Pauline and Brian Haelfrish, 
Mishicot, Mary Kennedy, Green Bay; eight grandchildren: Bruce, Daniel, Laban, Luke, 
Meghan, Katie, Matthew and Sam; twin great-grandchildren: Nehemiah and Lila Rose; 
one sister and two brothers-in-law: Dolores and Frank Solkowski, Clem Pokorski, all 
of Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law: Jane Kennedy, Bergland, Mich., Josie Kennedy, 
Manitowoc; also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Isabel 
is also preceded in death by two sisters: Celia Pokorski and Rita Koss.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2006, at St. Peter 
the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial, 
will be the Rev. William O'Brien.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2006, at St. Peter 
the Fisherman Catholic Church from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 10:30.
The Klein and Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two Rivers, is assisting 
the family with funeral arrangements.
Issy always enjoyed getting together with family and friends. Her grandchildren and 
great-grandchildren were very important to her. One of her greatest joys was bird 
watching.
The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to the staff of Shady Lane Nursing Care 
Center for the care and kindness given to Isabel during her stay.
Herald Times Reporter, August 8, 2006 P. A3


LARRY KENNEDY

FIND DEAD MAN ON TRACK, DEATH IS A MYSTERY ARM BROKEN BUT 
NO INJURY THAT WOULD INDICATE THAT MAN HAD BEEN KILLED BY 
THE TRAIN CORONER INVESTIGATING CASE-MAN BOAT HAND 
Found dead on the tracks of the Chicago & Northwestern near the plant 
of the Wisconsin Produce company on Quay street early today identified 
as Harry(sic) Kennedy, of Milwaukee, may have been a victim of foul play. 
There are no marks on the body to indicated that Kennedy was killed by 
switching trains which use the tracks though it is said to be possible 
that the man may have struck his head in failing from a car, though 
there is no injury to the head. 
Kennedy's body was found by employees of the Pauly & Pauly Cheese company, 
whose plant is near, at seven this morning and the police took charge of 
the body and had it removed to the Vogelsang & Murphy undertaking rooms. 
Later Coroner Falge was notified and is investigating. An inquest may be 
held. 
According to the police Kennedy is a boat hand who has been employed on the 
carferries and boats of here for years past. The man had been a frequent 
lodger at the tramp station and on these occasions gave his age as 54 and 
his home as Milwaukee. The theory advanced in some quarters that Kennedy 
was a victim of foul play and his body placed upon the track to mislead the 
authorities to believe he had been killed by a train is scouted as the police 
say that Kennedy had no money and that no motive can be established, unless 
the man became involved in a quarrel and was attacked. Kennedy's face bears 
some marks and the ground near where the body was found is torn up as would 
be the case in event of a struggle, but the police are not inclined to believe 
that the death is due to murder. Kennedy is said to have been employed about a 
local saloon of late and was about town yesterday. The police are seeking to 
trace his movements last night and to learn in whose company he was during the 
night, in the hope that some information as to the manner of his death can be 
learned. 
The body will be held pending decision as to an inquest and an effort to locate 
relatives and if this fails the body will be buried at county expense. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, May 15, 1915, Page 1 
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[cause: accidental death by RY]


LOTTIE (SIEKER) KENNEDY

MISS LOTTIE SIEKER, THIS CITY, IS BRIDE AT CLEVELAND, 
OHIO, WEDS CAPT. KENNEDY, KNOWN HERE
Cards received by friends in this city today announced the marriage of 
Miss Lottie Sieker of this city to Capt. Edward Kennedy, of Cleveland, 
O., in that city. The couple are at Cleveland from which port Capt. 
Kennedy will sail.
Capt. Kennedy is well known in this city, having been here last winter 
in charge of the big steamer Thomas Wilson, which wintered here. The 
acquaintance which led to the marriage was formed at that time.
The bride is a daughter of Mrs. C. Sieker.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, March 10, 1916 P.8
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DEATH ENDS LONG ILLNESS FOR MISS SIEKER
North Side Young Lady Passes Away Early Today, Suddenly
Death’s call to Miss Lottie Sieker was unexpected and sudden at the 
home of her mother, 528 North Ninth street early today. Although Miss 
Sieker had been ill for some time, her condition was not considered 
serious and her death was a shock to the family. Death was due to a 
complication of diseases. 
Miss Sieker was born in this city Sept. 3, 1884, and was a daughter of 
the late Charles Sieker. She attended the local schools and was later 
employed at a dental office in the city. She is survived by her mother, 
two sisters, Mrs. Ashbey of Cleveland, O., and Mrs. Geilfus of Milwaukee, 
and three brothers, George of Washington, D.C., Louis and Carl of this 
city. The funeral will be held Monday at 2 o’clock from the home.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, July 21, 1917, Page 1
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Miss(sic) Lottie Sieker, daughter of Mrs. Charles Sieker, died Friday at her home, 
528 North Ninth Street, after a long illness, aged thirty-three years. The deceased 
was born in this city on September 3, 1884 and had lived here all her life. She 
was employed in the office of Dr. C.J. Reinfried for nine years. Besides her mother, 
she is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Harry Ashby of Cleveland and Mrs. William 
Gilfus of Milwaukee and three brothers, George of Washington, Louis and Carl of 
this city. The funeral was held Monday afternoon. Interment was in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 26, 1917
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(1880 Manitowoc census:
Carl Siker age 25; wife Charlotte 28; Ella 1)
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(1900 Manitowoc census:
Charles Sieker age 45; wife Margaret age 45; Ella 21; Charlotte 16;
Corrine 9; George 8; Louis 7; Charles 2)
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[cause: brain tumor/bur. on Andreas Borchard lot/See Sieker for more family]


LUCILE M. KENNEDY

Mrs. Francis Kennedy, 65, of 111 N. 21st St., Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been confined the past 10 
weeks. Funeral services will be at 9 am Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc 
and at 9:30 am at Holy Innocents Catholic church, Manitowoc, the Rev. E. A. 
Radey officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Kennedy was born Lucile Schneider May 4, 1895 in Manitowoc County, daughter 
of the late Florian and Mary Kealey Schneider. She was married to Francis Kennedy 
Nov. 20, 1916 at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death March 29, 1958. They were 
lifelong Manitowoc residents. Mrs. Kennedy was graduated from the old West Side 
High School and worked as a milliner for many years at Manitowoc. She was a member 
of the Christian Mothers Society of her parish and of the American Legion Auxiliary 
of Manitowoc.
Survivors include three sons, John F. and Thomas C. of Manitowoc and William J. 
of Iron Wood, Mich.; a brother, Earl of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Emmett Compty 
and Mrs. Thomas Dwyer of Milwaukee and seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 pm Sunday where the Rosary will be 
recited at 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Nov. 26, 1960 page M11
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[d. 11-25-1960/age 65 yrs./widow of Francis G. Kennedy/
bur. on Florian J. Schneider lot]


THOMAS CHARLES KENNEDY

Thomas C. Kennedy, age 79, of 579 S. Main St., Apt. 4, Mishicot, died early 
Thursday morning, September 9, 1999, at North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation 
Center, Manitowoc.
Family and friends will meet at Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church for a memorial 
service at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 11, 1999. The Rev. William O'Brien will 
officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial.
Thomas was born April 10, 1920 in Manitowoc, son of the late Francis and Lucille 
Schneider Kennedy. He attended Manitowoc public schools, graduating from Lincoln 
High School in 1939. He then joined the United States Army Medical Corp. serving 
from 1942 to 1945. He married Isabel Turczynski on August 20, 1949, at St. Mary's 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He was employed at Mirro company as a foreman retiring 
in 1976. He was a member of White-Cap Writers, Lakeshore Palletiers and the Fungi 
Mushroom Club. He was a lifelong resident of Manitowoc County. Tom was an avid 
outdoorsman and a lover of nature.
Survivors include his wife, Isabel, Mishicot; his children, Patrick Kennedy, Sheboygan, 
Eileen Kennedy, Mishicot, Kathleen Kennedy, Two Rivers, Daniel (Mary) Kennedy, 
Fairbanks, Alaska, Pauline (Brian) Haelfrisch, Mishicot, Mary Kennedy, Green Bay; 
seven grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Josephine Kennedy, Manitowoc and Jane Kennedy, 
Marenisco, Mich., nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was 
preceded in death by two brothers, John and William Kennedy.
Klein & Stangel Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 10, 1999  P. A2


JOSEPH RANDOLPH KENNY

Joseph Randolph Kenny, 81, a resident of St. Mary’s Home, Manitowoc 
died Thursday evening, January 16, 1992, at Holy Family Memorial
Medical Center, Manitowoc.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m.
Saturday at Holy Innocents Catholic Church by Rev. David Ruby.
Cremation will take place with burial of the cremains in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born May 15, 1910, at Boise, Idaho, son of the late Joseph 
and Ella Foltz Kenny. He graduated from Niles High School in Niles, 
Mich., with the Class of 1928. He then graduated from Notre Dame 
University South Bend, Ind., with the Class of 1932. He then 
graduated from Northwestern University, Evanston, Ill., with a 
Master’s of Business Administration Degree. He married Kathlyn
Corell on May 19, 1934, in Niles, Mich. She preceded him in death
December 15, 1991. For many years Mr. Kenny was the Executive Vice 
President of Paragon Electric Company Two Rivers. Mr. Kenny taught 
business organization and management courses at several universities
including Northwestern University, St. Norbert’s College, University 
of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Silver Lake College and Milwaukee Area 
Technical College. He was a member of Holy innocents Catholic Church,
Manitowoc County Republicans Party, Wisconsin Unemployment 
Compensation Advisory Committee, Silver Lake College Advisory Board, 
Holy Family Memorial Medical Center Board and the Great Books 
Discussion Group. He was a past president of Two Rivers Rotary Club 
and a past treasurer of the Manitou Area Girl Scouts Council.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
He was preceded in death by two brothers, James and Quinten Kenny.
Friends may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc at
10:30 a.m. Saturday until the hour of service. Memorials appreciated 
to St. Mary’s Home or Holy Innocents Catholic Church. 
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 17, 1992
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[cremains/widower of Kathryn C. Kenny]


KATHLYN KENNY

Mrs. Kathlyn (Kathryn) Corell Kenny, age 79, of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, 
formerly of 728 Waldo Blvd., died Sunday afternoon, Dec. 13, 1991 at St. Mary's 
Home. Funeral services will be at 11:00 am Wednesday at Holy Innocents Catholic 
Church. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Jeff 
Vanden Heuvel. Cremation will have taken place with burial of the cremains in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born Oct. 25, 1912 in Ann Arbor, Mich., and raised in Niles, Mich. Her 
parents were the late George and Florence Bebel Corell. She attended Northwestern 
University School of Music and Drama. While attending college she sang with Peter 
Kutkin's Acapella Choir. She was also a member of the Chi Omega Sorority. She 
married Joseph Randolf Kenny May 19, 1934 at Niles, Mich. She and her husband 
moved to Manitowoc in1949. She was a former member of St. James Episcopal Choir, 
Manitowoc Junior Service League and the Republican Club. She was also active in 
the Manitowoc Girl and Boy Scouts. She was confirmed on September 8, 1987 at Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church by Rev. Jeff Vanden Heuvel.
Survivors include her husband, J. Randolph Kenny, two sons and daughters-in-law, 
Randy and Mary Kenny of Racine, Quin and Anne Kenny of Roscoe, Ill., three daughters 
and sons-in-law, Georgia and Curt Bullock of Arlington Heights, Ill., Kathy and Fred 
Shumway of South Milwaukee, Wis., Flossy and Michael Maurer of Marinette, Wis., 12 
grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church on Wednesday from 10:30 am until 
the time of services at 11:00. A memorial fund in her name has been established for 
Peter's Pantry. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is assisting the family with 
arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Dec. 16, 1991 page B7
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[age 79 yrs./cremains/wife of Joseph R. Kenny]


ANNA KENSWORTHY

Death in Chicago on Sat. of 41-yr. old Mrs. C.A. Kenworthy(sic), a former 
resident of Manitowoc. The body was brought here for burial Monday.
Der Nord Westen, 31 July 1902
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Eli Thoris, of Eagle River, Thomas, Samuel and Martin Thoris of Hatley were in 
the city to attend the funeral of their sister, Mrs. C. A. Kenworthy (sic) who 
died at Chicago Saturday, the remains being brought here Sunday and interred 
Tuesday.
Manitowoc Pilot, July 31, 1902
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[cause: pneumonia]


ROBERT LORENZ KERBER

Robert L. Kerber, age 70, of 1642 Mirro Dr., Manitowoc, died Thursday, January 7, 
1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Private Family Funeral Services were held.
Robert was born September 18, 1928, at Sandusky, Ohio, son of the late Lorenz 
Anthony and Cecelia Dulong Kerber. He grew up and was educated at Sandusky, and 
was employed at the Manitowoc Company for 35 years retiring in 1989. He was 
married to Edith L. Schoknecht August 3, 1947, at Manitowoc. They celebrated 51 
years of marriage together.
Survivors include his wife Edith; his mother-in-law, Lucie C. Schoknecht, Manitowoc; 
a son and daughter-in-law, Robert L. and Darlene Kerber, Manitowoc, two daughters 
and a son-in-law, Valerie L. and David Krupski, Manitowoc, Laurie K. VonZon, 
Manitowoc; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters; one brother. 
Nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends also survive.
Reinbold and Pfeffer Funeral Home Manitowoc is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, January 9, 1999
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[cremation]


EARL S. KERCHEFSKE

Earl S. Kerchefske, age 81, of Manitowoc, died July 7, 2015 at Holy Family 
Memorial Medical Center.
Earl was born on April 10, 1934 in Manitowoc, son of the late Paul P. and Goldie 
(Schindel) Kerchefske. He graduated with the class of 1952 from Manitowoc Lincoln 
High School. Earl served in the United States Navy and worked as a carpenter for 
Carl Angoli and Hammann Construction, retiring in 1996. He was a member of the 
Manitowoc Eagles Aeries #706 and Wisconsin Carpenter's Union. Earl enjoyed 
woodworking.
Survivors include his son: Paul A. (Debra) Kerchefske, Manitowoc; his daughter: 
Kim Kerchefske, Manitowoc; 2 grandchildren: Rachel Kerchefske, IL; Kelsie Kerchefske, 
Manitowoc; 1 sister: Eleanor Taylor, Manitowoc; 1 brother: Glenn Kerchefske, 
Sheboygan, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was 
preceded in death by his parents; 1 brother: Philip Kerchefske; 1 brother-in-law: 
William Taylor; 1 sister-in-law: Beverly Kerchefske.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 11, 2015 at the Reinbold 
& Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State Street, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dr. Matthew 
Sauer will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Graveside Military 
Honors will be accorded. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on 
Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until time of service at 2:00 p.m. Online condolences may 
be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com
The family would like to thank Janice Zich, Val, Keith Klein and Keith Krish for 
looking after things during Earl's illness.
Funeral Home
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home
818 State Street
Manitowoc, WI 54220
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, July 9, 2015


GOLDIE B. KERCHEFSKE

Mrs. Goldie B. Kechefske, 82, formerly of 2106 LaFollette Ave., Manitowoc, 
died Thursday afternoon, February 11, at Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. James Thomson will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Kerchefske, nee Goldie Schindel, was born Dec. 12, 1899, at Burnett, 
Wis., daughter of the late Gustave and Ella Berent Schindel. She came to 
Manitowoc in 1925. She was married to Paul P. Kerchefske June 25, 1926, at 
Burnett. Her husband preceded her in death April 26, 1951. Mrs. Kerchefske 
was employed at Manitowoc Equipment Works and then at Manitowoc Health Care 
Center, retiring in 1966.
Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Philip and Mary Lou Kerchefske 
and Earl and Kay Kerchefske of Manitowoc and Glenn and Beverly Kerchefske of 
Sheboygan; a daughter and son-in-law, Eleanor and William Taylor of Manitowoc; 
a sister and brother-in-law, Sadie and Sherburn Mason of Blooming Prairie Minn.; 
a sister-in-law, Mrs. Martha Schindel of Beaver Dam, eight grandchildren, four 
great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Two brothers and two sisters preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home 6 o'clock to 9 o'clock this 
Friday evening and Saturday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 12, 1982  P. 3
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[widow of Paul P. Kerchefske]


PAUL P. KERCHEFSKE

Paul P. Kerchefske, 57, of 2106 La Follette avenue, Manitowoc, died Thursday 
morning at the Holy Family hospital of a heart ailment.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home, Manitowoc. The Rev. C. H. Phipps will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen cemetery.
He was born in Stevens Point in 1894 and in 1926 married Miss Goldie Schindel 
at Beaver Dam. They came to Manitowoc where Mr. Kerchefske was employed for 
25 years by the Alfred Muchin company and in recent years was employed at the 
Manitowoc Ship building company.
Survivors are his wife; daughter, Mrs. William Taylor of Manitowoc ; three sons, 
Philip, Glen and Earl of Manitowoc; three brothers, Barney and Joseph of Stevens 
Point and Martin of Chicago; four step-brothers; and a grandchild, William Taylor 
Jr., Manitowoc. His father, the late Ferdinand Kerchefske, died at Stevens Point 
in February at the age of 103.
Friends may call at the funeral home after Friday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 26, 1951  P. 2
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[Paul Peter/bur. on Mrs. Goldie Kerchefske lot]


PHILIP KERCHEFSKE

Philip Kerchefske, age 65, of 1821 Whitewater Circle, Manitowoc, died Sunday, 
May 26, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Private Family Funeral Services will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, 1996, 
at the Jens Funeral Home. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Jay Smoke and 
burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born January 5, 1931, in Manitowoc, son of the late Paul and Goldie 
Schindel Kerchefske. He attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the 
class of 1949, from Lincoln High school. He married Mary Lou Krueger August 9, 
1958, in Manitowoc. He is a member of Wesley United Methodist Church and was 
employed with the Hamann Construction Company, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Lou, Manitowoc; one son, Chris Kerchefske, 
Manitowoc; two brothers, one sister, nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday.
The Jens Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 28, 1996 P. A2


CAMILLA KERN

Miss Camilla Kern, 85, former resident of this city, died Nov. 22 at Minneapolis. 
Services were held in that city, the remains were cremated and burial took place 
in Evergreen cemetery here Tuesday.
Miss Kern, a daughter of the late Ernst and Minnie Kern, pioneer residents, was 
born in this city in 1862. Her father was a partner in the firm of Beer and Kern, 
who operated a drygoods store at Eighth and Chicago streets and later on York 
street in the early days.
In 1919 Miss Kern moved to Minneapolis, where she made her home with Mr. and Mrs. 
John Ornes, also former Manitowoc residents.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 3, 1947  P. 2
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[died in Minneapolis MN/age 86 yrs/cause: coronary occlusion/bur. on Beer and Kern lot]
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news article:
GIRL BECOMES CONFUSED AND RUNS IN FRONT OF AUTO; IS BADLY BRUISED
Miss Camilla Kern Run Down by Machine a She Crosses Street. 
Owner of Car an Appleton Man.
Becoming confused while crossing the street in front of an auto turning from Eighth 
to York Streets, Miss Camilla Kern was run down and severely bruised last evening 
and while there were no bones broken, the young lady might have suffered severe 
injury had the car been a heavier one.
Miss Kern was crossing York street on Eighth in company with Mr. and Mrs. Alter when 
the trio noticed a car coming down the street and about to turn into York, Mr. and 
Mrs. Alter stepped aside to allow the car to pass but the young lady became confused 
and literally walked right into the oncoming auto. She was knocked down and the car 
passed over her, two wheels passing over her back and diagonally across her limbs. 
At first it was thought the girl was badly injured but after being carried into the 
Alter home, Dr. Gleason made an examination and found that aside from bruises she had 
suffered no bad effects. She was considerably shocked by the accident but today is up 
and about again. The owner of the car is an Appleton man, Brown by name and he was was 
in no way to blame for the mishap. He turned the corner on the right side of the 
crossing and was running his car slowly. The accident was merely the result of the 
young lady becoming confused.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sat., Sept. 13, 1913


ERNEST KERN

Death of Ernst Kern
Again we are called upon to chronicle the passing away of an old resident, 
prominent and successful businessman and estimable citizen. Ernst Kern died 
on Sunday afternoon of an affection of the heart and yesterday a large number 
of sorrowing friends followed his remains to Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Kern 
came to Manitowoc county about twenty-five years ago and engaged in the 
mercantile business which he successfully carried on up to within a few days 
of his death. He was a highly esteemed citizen and in his death our city has 
lost a gentleman who contributed not a little to its growth and prosperity. 
He was 48 years of age and leaves a wife and two children to mourn his loss. 
To them the sympathies of numerous friends are extended in their bereavement.
Manitowoc Tribune, Thurs., May 25, 1876 
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Mr. Ernst Kern died quite suddenly Sunday afternoon. He has lived 
here since 1855 and leaves a wife and several children.
Der Nord Westen, 25 May 1876
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[Ernst Kern]
[Burial register has buried Mr. Karn (umlaut over a), $2.50]


MINA KERN

DEATH DUE TO ACCIDENT SHOCK
Mrs. Kern, Pioneer of Met Injury in Fall and Death Results
Death, which resulted from the shock of an accident which befell 
her Sunday and which her advanced age made the more serious claimed 
Mrs. Minna Kern, one of the city’s early day residents Thursday. Mrs. 
Kern who had not been in good health for several years slipped and 
fell on the floor Sunday, sustaining a fracture of the hip and her 
advanced age, coupled with the shock of the accident and injury 
caused death. Mrs. Kern who was the widow of the late Julius Kern, 
a pioneer merchant who was formerly associated with the firm of Beer 
and Kern had resided in Manitowoc since the early 50’s. She was a 
native of Germany and came here with her husband who died in the late 
70s. Mrs. Kern had been in feeble health for several years and her 
advanced age made her death only a matter of time and the accident 
Sunday hastened the end. Mrs. Kern would have been 76 in July. Mrs. 
Kern is survived by two children, Julius and Camille, both residents 
here. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 from the home 
of O.A. Alter on York St.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, May 12, 1911 Page 1 
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[bur. 05-13-1911/cause: fracture]


JOHN F. KERNAN

John F. Kernan, 39, of 2201 LaFollette avenue, North Eighth street clothing 
merchant and a Manitowoc resident for 15 years, died late last night at the 
Holy Family hospital.
He was taken ill with a cold ten days ago and was moved to the hospital when 
pneumonia developed.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the Shimek and Schwartz 
funeral home and at 9:30 from the Holy Innocents church, the Rev. E. A. Radey 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Kernan, a son of Mr. and Mrs. C J. Kernan, was born in Pittsburgh April 4, 
1905 and was educated in schools there. When a young man he came to this city 
to take a position in the office of the Aluminum Goods Company. He made his 
home with his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Findlan.
In 1933 he formed a partnership with Thomas Foley and they opened a men’s 
clothing store on North Eighth street. In 1937 Mr. Kernan purchased the interests 
of his partner and has since operated the business, retaining the partnership 
name of Foley and Kernan.
He was a member of the Manitowoc lodge of Elks and the Knights of Columbus. 
In 1939 Mr. Kernan married Miss Leona Shimek in this city. She survives with 
his father, C. J. Kernan of New Kensington, Pa.; three brothers, Joseph of New 
Kensington, Lieut. C. J. Kernan at Pensacola, Fla., Corporal Thomas Kernan at 
Camp Robinson, Little Rock, Ark.; and a sister, Mrs. Russell Baumann of New 
Kensington .
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Saturday at 2:30 until the hour 
of the services. The rosary will be recited Saturday at 9 p.m. by the Rev. E.A. 
Radey and Sunday at 7:30 p.m. by the Knights of Columbus.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 6, 1944  P. 2
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[d. 04-05-1944/age 39 yrs./cause: pneumonia]


LEONE M. KERNAN

Leone Shimek Kernan, 80, former Manitowoc resident, who resided at Boynton, 
Florida, died Wednesday, August 24, 1988, at Boynton, Florida.
Relatives and friends may meet with the family Wednesday, September 7, at St. 
Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc, where the Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by Rev. James Stamborski at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Kernan, nee Leone Shimek, was born May 15, 1908, at Kewaunee, Wisconsin, 
daughter of the late Frank and Mary Shimek. She married John F. Kernan in 
Manitowoc and he preceded her in death in 1944.
Survivors include nieces and nephews; Margory DeNyes of Milwaukee, William 
Shimek of Green Bay, Gary Shimek of Rhinelander, Harold and Clarence Shimek 
of Manitowoc, Virginia Kadow of Appleton and Mary Lou Sedlachek of Green Bay.
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 2, 1988 P. 15
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[d. in Florida/cremains/widow of John Kernan]


NORMAN R. KERNIN

Norman R. Kernin, age 84, a resident of 2108 New York Ave., Manitowoc, entered 
into eternal life on Saturday, May 29, 2010, at River’s Bend Health & 
Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc, where he resided since May 17, 2010.
Norman was born on July 15, 1925, in Manitowoc, to the late Adolph Kernin and 
Otillie Severson. After attending Manitowoc schools, he served overseas with 
the United States Army during World War II. After he was honorably discharged, 
Norman returned to Manitowoc and was employed at Mirro Aluminum Company for 
more than 45 years. On Oct. 19, 1946, Norman married Shirlee M. Sittmann in 
Manitowoc. Shirlee preceded him in death on Feb. 4, 2006. Norman was a very 
loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years: Shirlee; two sisters: June 
Gribble and Marge Salgado.
Private services for the family will be held today, Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at 
the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, with the Rev. Stephen Melso officiating. 
Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc.
The family requests that no flowers be sent.
Norman’s family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff at River’s 
Bend Health & Rehabilitation center and staff at Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center fifth floor for the care and comfort that was provided to Norman.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair 
streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 2, 2010 


SHIRLEE M. KERNIN

Shirlee M. Kernin, age 77, of 2108 New York Ave., Manitowoc, entered eternal 
rest Saturday afternoon, Feb. 4, 2006, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, 
Manitowoc. 
Private services for the family will be held Tuesday (TODAY), at The Harrigan 
Parkside Funeral Home with the Rev. Robert Bleeke officiating. Burial will take 
place at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Shirlee was born Feb. 26, 1928 in Manitowoc. She was the daughter of the late 
William P. Sittman and Violet Ploeckelmann. She was a graduate of Lincoln High 
School, with the class of 1946. On Oct. 19, 1946, she married Norman R. Kernin 
in Manitowoc. Shirlee was a good wife, mother, grandma and great-grandma. She 
is survived by her husband of 59 years: Norman; one daughter: Lynn Mancel, 
Manitowoc; one grandson: James Mancel, Manitowoc; one great-grandson: Christopher 
Wilhelm, Green Bay; and two special friends: Tom Lawrence and Becky Muench, 
both of Manitowoc. She was preceded in death by one brother: William H. Sittman; 
and one son-in-law: Gary Mancel. 
The family requests that no flowers or memorials be sent. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., is 
assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 2006


ARTHUR H. KERSCHER

Arthur H. Kerscher, 66, of 809 S. 17th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning, 
Oct. 29, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Larry Ellenberger will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Kerscher was born Oct. 10, 1913, at Manitowoc, son of the late Joseph and 
Ida Jens Kerscher. He attended school in Rockwood and married Clara Johansen 
Aug. 14, 1943, at Manitowoc, where they have resided since. Mr. Kerscher was 
a welder with Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., retiring in April, 1979. He was a 
member of Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church and Boilermakers Union Local 443.
Survivors include his wife, two daughters and sons-in-law, Eileen and Walter 
Krumrey and Gail and Mark Gotstein of Manitowoc; a brother, Paul of Two Rivers; 
a sister, Mrs. Bernice Overlee of Manitowoc and three grandchildren. A 
granddaughter, a brother and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday 
until 11 a.m. Thursday and at the church from noon until the time of service. 
Memorials maybe made to Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Herald Times Reporter, October 30, 1979 P. 3


CLARA E. KERSCHER

Clara E. Kerscher, age 81, formerly of the Regency House and Shady Lane, died 
Wednesday, February 7, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, February 9, 1996, at Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran Church. Officiating at the service will be Revs. Bruce 
McKenney and Robert Kujawski with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born May 9, 1914, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Herman and Minnie 
Peters Johansen. She married Arthur Kerscher August 14, 1943, in Manitowoc and 
he preceded her in death in 1979. Clara was a charter member of Bethany Ev. 
Lutheran Church, a member of the Ladies Aide, and a member of the Manitowoc 
Bowling Association.
Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law, Eileen and Walter Krumrey, 
Manitowoc, Gail Gotstein, Ashwaubenon; one brother and sister-in-law, Ed and 
Mildred Johansen, Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law, Ruth Johansen, Bremerton, 
Wash., Alpha Johansen, Colorado; four grandchildren, Melissa Gotstein, Chicago, 
Andrew Gotstein, Ashwaubenon, Nicholas Dufeck, Ashwaubenon, Richard W. Krumrey, 
Manitowoc. She was preceded in death by her husband, five brothers, one sister 
and one granddaughter, Ellen Ann Krumrey.
Friends may call at the Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church from 9 a.m. Friday until the 
time of services at the church.
Memorials may be made to the Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran 
High School.
The Jens Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 8, 1996  P. A2
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[widow of Arthur Kersher]


DOROTHY B. (TYPNER) KERSCHER

Dorothy Barbara Kerscher, age 93, a resident of 1011 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, 
entered into eternal life on Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at her residence.
Dorothy was born on January 2, 1919 in Kellnersville to the late Charles and 
Barbara Typner. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1936. 
Following her education, Dorothy had worked in the office of Oriental Milling 
Company in Manitowoc. On September 12, 1940, Dorothy married Vincent J. Kerscher 
at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Kellnersville. Vincent had preceded her in 
death on April 16, 1983. 
From 1966 to 1972, Dorothy had worked at Holy Family Hospital on their early 
computer system. Together with her husband Vincent, they established the Kerscher 
Building and Heating Supply at 1125 S. Rapids Road, Manitowoc in 1969 where she 
served as Vice President and office manager. She continued in this capacity after 
her husband's death in 1983 when her son Robert took over the business. At the 
age of 93, she was still currently working with her son. Dorothy was a Girl Scout 
Leader and Den Mother in Boy Scouts for many years. She received U.S. Girl Scout 
statuette Awards in 1965 and 1969 from the Manitowoc Girl Scout Council for 
countless contributions over the years in making Girl Scouting in Manitowoc 
successful. Dorothy was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Daughters 
of Isabella, and St. Clare Society, former member and officer of Christian Mothers 
of the former Holy Innocents Catholic Church, past participant of the Befriender 
Ministry Program of the former Holy Innocents Catholic Church where she visited 
patients at hospitals and nursing homes, past member and Senior Counselor of the 
United Commercial Travelers Auxiliary of Manitowoc, past member of the Ambassador 
Committee of the Manitowoc Two Rivers Chamber of Commerce, wholesale division 
co-chairperson of the United Way in Manitowoc, member and past officer of Elks 
Club Auxiliary, member of Wisconsin Czechs Organization and the Manitowoc Yacht 
Club Auxiliary.
Survivors include Dorothy's two sons: Vincent J. (Barbara) Kerscher, Loveland, OH 
and Robert C. (Linda) Kerscher, Manitowoc; six grandchildren: John (Ricky) Kerscher, 
Chicago, IL; James Kerscher, Cincinnati, OH; Andrew Moon and Clarissa Moon, both of 
Colorado Springs, CO; and Gage Kerscher and Charles Kerscher, both of Manitowoc; 
three great grandchildren: Xavier, Chicago, IL; and Quin and Eliza, Colorado Springs, 
CO; two sisters-in-law: Lenore Typner, Manitowoc and Leonis Typner, Pomona, CA; a 
former son-in-law: Frank (Sherry) Moon, Green Bay; also nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and 
Barbara Typner; husband, Vincent; daughter, Karen Moon; two brothers, Joseph and 
Charles Typner; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Frances and Francis Mary Kerscher, 
and Irma and Quiren Delsman.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at St. Francis 
of Assisi on Waldo from 10 a.m. until the time of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 
a.m. The Rev. Dave Pleier will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery 
in Manitowoc. Online condolences may be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home & Crematory, N. 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 2012 


FRANCES MARY (O'HEARN) KERSCHER

Frances Mary (O’Hearn) Kerscher passed away on Jan. 7, 2002.
Frances Mary was born on Sept. 30, 1920 in the town of Maple Grove, Wis., the 
daughter of the late Ambrose and Lenora (Bertelme) O’Hearn is survived by her 
husband, Francis W. Kerscher, whom she married at St. Patrick’s Church in Maple 
Grove on June 15, 1943; her son, John Kerscher (his significant other Sandra 
Bucha, Manitowoc; daughters, Mary Martin) Golden, Greendale, Wis., Margaret 
(Peggy) Kerschek, Ramona, Calif., and Norene (Dr. Thomas Culhane, Camus,  Wash.
Frances Mary was the loving grandmother of Katherine (William) Michel II, Kenosha, 
Carolyn (Daniel) Brenner, Cambridge, Mass., and Edward Francis Kescher, Racine, 
Terance (Kath) Golden, Muskego< Wis., and Dr. Patrician (Robert Golden-Beckmann, 
Milwaukee; Kristen, Megan and Cameran Kershek, Ramona, Calif.; Thomas, Connor 
and Ryan Culhane, Camus< Wash.; great-grandmother of Kayla Golden and William 
Michel III.
She is also survived by her siblings, Bernice (Lester) Grall, Lagnua Hills, Calif., 
Leo (Margaret) O’Hearn, Oxnord (sic), Calif., John (Alberta) O’Hearn, Maple Grove, 
Donald (Gail) O’Hearn, Dana Point, Calif., and her brother-in-law, Richard Woznick, 
Manitowoc, as well as many nephews, nieces, and grand-nephews and nieces whom she 
was so extremely fond and proud of.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandchildren, Timothy and 
Natalie Culhane, and her sister, Maureen Woznick.
Frances Mary attended St. Patrick’s School in Maple Grove, and graduated from the 
Manitowoc County Teachers College. She was a teacher throughout the city and county 
of Manitowoc and greatly enjoyed regular contact with many of her former students 
and took great pleasure in their many accomplishments.
She was currently or formerly very active in numerous community, religious, educational 
and service organizations including among others Silver Lake College; St. Norbert 
College; Marquette University; the Manitowoc Local Cable Access Advisory Board; the 
State of Wisconsin Pharmaceutical Board; Manitowoc County Health Care Center Board; 
Manitowoc/Two Rivers Day Care Headstart Advisory Committee; Lakeshore Technical 
Nursing Assistant Advisory Committee; Past President, Holy Innocents Christian Women; 
Roncalli High School Endowment Board; Past Co-President, Marquette University Parents’ 
Board. She was committed to Manitowoc and its entire community especially the Hmong 
and Hispanic population.
Visitation will be at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2002 at 
11 a.m. followed by Mass at 1 pm. with the Rev. Francis Kerscher officiating.
Frances Mary, during her lifetime was a blood donor and upon her death, donated her 
organs and body for transplant and science, if useable, and as a memorial, would wish 
others to do the same. Other memorials suggested: Silver Lake College, Roncalli High 
School, Holy Innocents Church, or the charity of your choice.
E-mail letters of condolence may be sent to the Kerscher family c/o jrp@LAKEFIELD.NET.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, January 10, 2002 P. A3
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Visitation for Frances Mary (O'Hearn) Kerscher who passed away on Jan. 7, 2002, 
will be at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2002 at 11 a.m. 
followed by Mass at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Francis Kerscher officiating.
Upon her death, Frances Mary donated her organs and body for transplant and 
science, if useable, and as a memorial, would wish others to do the same.
E-mail letters of condolence may be sent to the Kerscher family 
c/o jrp@lakefield.net.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 11, 2002
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[cremation]


FRANCIS WALTER KERSCHER

Francis Walter Kerscher will be remembered at a Memorial Mass on Saturday, 
July 30, 2005 at St. Francis of Assisi Parish-Waldo Site, Waldo Boulevard at 
N. 14th St., Manitowoc, at 10 a.m. The Rev. Dave Hoffman will officiate. 
Relatives and friends may greet the family from 9 a.m. to the time of liturgy. 
Mr. Kerscher died peacefully on Jan. 15, 2005 at St. Mary’s Nursing Home at the 
age of 92. He donated his body to the Medical College of Wisconsin, formerly 
the Marquette Medical School.
Francis W. Kerscher was preceded in death by his wife: Frances Mary (O’Hearn) 
Kerscher. He was born on Jan. 12, 1913 to the late Frank J. and Teresa (Kornely) 
Kerscher. A lifelong resident of Manitowoc, Mr. Kerscher attended Sacred Heart 
grade school, Lincoln High School and Marquette University School of Engineering. 
Upon the death of his father in 1933, he helped run the family business, Frank J. 
Kerscher Company, later joined by his brother, Vincent. Francis and Frances Mary 
were married at St. Patrick’s Church in Maple Grove on June 15, 1943. He became 
president of Kerscher Metal Service Company in Green Bay and retired after 54 
years with the company.
He was devoted to their four children: John (Sandra) Kerscher, Manitowoc; Mary 
(Martin) Golden, Greendale; Margaret (Peggy) Kershek, Ramona, Calif.; and Norene 
(Dr. Thomas) Culhane, Camus, Wash. He embraced the task of grandfathering his 
11 grandchildren and 8 1/2 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his 
sister-in-law: Dorothy (Vincent) Kerscher, as well as nieces and nephews.
Besides his wife and his parents, Francis was preceded in death by his grand-
children: Timothy and Natalie Culhane; his sister and brother-in-law: Irma and 
Quirin Delsman; his brother: Vincent Kerscher; his nephew: Roman Delsman; and 
his niece; Karen (Kerscher) Moon.
In addition to his family, Francis loved his work and his community. He and his 
wife founded the Kerscher Foundation to support education at Roncalli High School, 
Silver Lake College, St. Norbert College, Marquette University and other schools 
and charities. He received the Marquette University service award in 1988. For 
many years, he was an active member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, 4th Degree 
Knights of Columbus, Catholic Social Services, the Izaak Walton League, Kiwanis, 
Serra Club, Elks, the Red Cross, Cancer society, Easter Seal Society, Boy Scouts, 
the Manitowoc Garden Club, the Shoto Recreation Club and was a founding member 
of the Holy Innocents Men’s choir. He served as a past lieutenant governor of 
Optimist International, past president of the Manitowoc Chamber of Commerce and 
served on the Manitowoc County Industrial Safety Council. A lover of parades, he 
chaired Manitowoc’s 125th birthday celebration parade. Mr. Kerscher was a past 
president of the NHAW (National Heating and Air Conditioning Wholesaler) and after 
his retirement became active in SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives).
A tradition for over 20 years, Francis Kerscher and his family, with help from 
friends, created a “live” Christmas Nativity scene complete with a cow, donkey 
and sheep adjacent to their home in Manitowoc. It was viewed annually by 
thousands of visitors. Francis was as excited as any child staging the display.
The Frank J. Kerscher Co., run by Francis and Vincent, followed the example of 
their father’s pioneering efforts by offering a pension and profit sharing plan 
for their employees in 1948 and later an employee disability benefit plan before 
most other businesses. Francis was proud of the company and the employees all 
became friends.
After Francis’ stroke, he kept his sense of humor and faith in God while remaining 
an optimist until his final hour. The family is grateful for the loving care Francis 
received these past years at St. Mary’s Home in Manitowoc and to the friends and 
relatives who visited and shared happy memories. 
In lieu of flowers, please send remembrances to Roncalli High School, St. Francis 
of Assisi School, Silver Lake College, St. Mary’s Nursing Home or a charity of 
your choice.
Herald Times Reporter, July 27, 2005 p.A3


FRANK J. KERSCHER

Frank J. Kerscher, 60, Business Leader, Dies
PNEUMONIA IS CAUSE OF HIS SUDDEN DEATH
Dies At Hudson Early Today Where He Had Gone To Take Treatments
Frank J. Kerscher, 60, head of the Frank J. Kerscher company, roofing contractors 
and manufacturers of sheet metal products, died early today at a hospital in Hudson, 
Wis. He went there last Sunday accompanied by his wife and daughter to undergo 
medical treatment and was stricken with a sudden attack of pneumonia, from which 
he failed to rally. The remains are being brought back to this city and funeral 
services will be held from Holy Innocents church, of which parish he was the 
treasurer. 
Mr. Kerscher was engaged in the hardware and manufacturing business in this city for 
close to 40 years and in addition was interested in financial institutions as well as 
other industries of this community. Although not in the best of health the past few 
years, he was able to continue as president of the Kerscher company and up to last 
Saturday was at his desk in the office of the plant on Buffalo street. 
Born on a farm in the northern part if the county near Taus in 1873, the deceased spent 
his early life on the farm and then came to this city with his brothers. Here he engaged 
in the hardware business with his brother Anton, opening a store on York street and 
later locating on North Ninth Street.
-Builds Plant-
Mr. Kerscher decided to embark in the roofing and tinsmith business and established a 
small plant on Buffalo street, east of Eighth street, which later expanded into the 
manufacture of cheese factory equipment, milk cans, sheet metal specialties, eaves 
troughs, conductor pipes and wire hangers. In 1919 the Frank J. Kerscher company was 
incorporated with the deceased as president. His associates were Adolph A. Hrudka and 
Walter G. Schmidt. The plant now extends through the block from Buffalo to York street. 
Mr. Kerscher was a director of the First National Bank and also of the First Securities 
company and served on the board of directors of the Manitowoc Hotel company. With the 
reorganization of the Smalley company, manufacturers of silo equipment and feed cutters, 
into what became the Smalley corporation, Mr. Kerscher was chosen president. He was also 
an enthusiastic worker in the recently formed Merchants and Manufacturers association. 
When the new Catholic parish was organized on the north side of the river Mr. Kerscher 
was one of the members of the committee that undertook the duties of the forming of the 
new church group and arranging the financing and erection of a new church, school and 
priest's home. He was elected treasurer of the Holy Innocents parish at the first general 
session of the members of the parish. He was married to Miss Theresa Kornely of Francis 
Creek, who survives with two sons, Vincent, a student at Wentworth Military academy, 
Francis, also attending school, and a daughter, Mrs. Querin Delsman of this city. Two 
brothers, Anton of this city and Edward of Route 2, Manitowoc, and one sister, Mrs. 
John Stenzel of this city also survive. Fraternally Mr. Kerscher was a member of the 
Knights of Columbus, Elks, Rotary club, and the United Commercial Travelers. The remains 
will be taken to the Kerscher home, 925 Lincoln boulevard. Announcement of the funeral 
will be given Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Vol. XXXVI, No. 5, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Tuesday, October 24, 1933, Page two
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KERSCHER RITE TO BE Friday
Close Friends Will Act As Pallbearers At Funeral
Funeral services for Frank J. Kerscher, who died Monday night at Hudson, 
Wis., will be held Friday. The body was removed from the Pfeffer Funeral 
Home to the residence, 925 Lincoln Boulevard, this afternoon.
The funeral will be held Friday at 9:30 a.m. from the residence and a 
solemn high mass will be celebrated by the Reverends Edward Radey, William 
Grace and Martin Jaekels at Holy Innocents church at 10 o'clock. Burial 
will be at Evergreen cemtery.
Close friends and business associates will act as pallbearers. They are 
Frank Jansky, William Bruechert, Charles Goetz, Adolph Hrudka, Carl 
Levenhagen and Joseph Sladky.
Organization with which Mr. Kerscher was affiliated will attend the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, October 25, 1933 P.2
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[bur. 10-27-1933/age 60 yrs/died at Hudson, WI/
cause: Lobar pneumonia secondary cancer of right submaxillary region]


HEROLD KERSCHER

KARSHAR(sic) HOME IS SADDENED BY DEATH OF LITTLE SON TODAY
Harold, four months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Karshar, died 
at the family home on South Seventeenth street today. The child 
had been ill but three days. The parents have the sympathy of 
friends.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, Oct. 25, 1917, Page 4
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[Harold A.P. Kerscher/bur. 10-27-1917/cause: hemorrage/bur. on 
Herman Sengbusch lot]


IDA KERSCHER

Mrs. Joseph Kercher, 76, formerly of 502A York St., Manitowoc, died Sunday at 
Manitowoc County Hospital where she was a patient two months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. L.H. Koeninger will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Ida Jens, Mrs. Kerscher was born Oct. 11, 1889, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Charles and Caroline Sengbusch Jens. She attended Kossuth and First 
German Evangelical Lutheran schools, and before her marriage to Mr. Kerscher 
Sept. 30, 1911, had been a waitress at Stadler’s Supper Club, Manitowoc. The 
couple always resided at Manitowoc. He died in 1964.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Garnet (Alice) Day and Mrs. Raymond (Bernice) 
Overlee, of Manitowoc; two sons, Arthur, of Manitowoc and Paul of Two Rivers; 
two sisters, Mrs. Clara Tills, of West Allis and Mrs. Paul Sehloff, of Manitowoc; 
six grandchildren and a great grandchild.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 11 a.m. Tuesday when the 
casket will be removed to the church to lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 10, 1966  P. 7 
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[Ida Jens Kerscher/d. 1-9-1966/age 76 yrs/widow of Joseph Kerscher]


JOSEPH KERSCHER

Joseph Kerscher, 77, of 502A York St., Manitowoc, died Frday morning at his 
home.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. L.H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Kerscher was born July 21, 1886, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late 
Frank and Frances Sonnleitner Kerscher. Educated in Manitowoc schools, he was 
employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., as a boilermaker for 39 years, 
retiring in 1952. He married the former Ida Jens Sept. 30, 1911, at Manitowoc. 
They observed their 50th wedding anniversary in 1961. He was a member of First 
German Church.
Surviving are his wife; two sons, Arthur Kerscher of Manitowoc and Paul 
Kerscher of Two Rivers; two daughters, Mrs. Garnett Day and Mrs. Raymond 
Overle of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Jack Vondross of Coleman, Wis.; six 
grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A sister and two brothers preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Monday and until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Jens 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and after 11 a.m. at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 14, 1964 P. 14
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[d. 3-13-1964/age 77 yrs.](21 Jul 1886/Mar 1964/SSDI)


KIM MARIE KERSCHER

Kim Marie Kerscher, six weeks old daughter of Lloyd and Ardis Kronberg 
Kerscher, of 3011 Lindberg Dr., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Bethany Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Armin Roekle officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The baby was born March 22, 1964, at Manitowoc.
Survivors besides the parents include a brother (private), at home, 
and the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward E. Kronberg, of
Manitowoc.
Friends may call after 7 o’clock this Wednesday evening at Urbanek and 
Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until noon Thursday and then from 12:30 
p.m. at the church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 6, 1964, Page 11 
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[burial on Lloyd S. & Ardis Kerscher lot]


THERESA KERSCHER

Mrs. Frank J. Kerscher, 71 (photo), president of the Frank J. Kerscher 
company, died this morning at the family home, 925 Lincoln boulevard. 
She had been in failing health for several months.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Pfeffer 
funeral home and at 10 o’clock at the Holy Innocents church, the Rev. 
E. A. Radey officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. 
Mrs. Kerscher, nee Theresa Kornely, was born in Kossuth in 1877, daughter 
of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Kornely, and attended the St. Ann school 
at Francis Creek. In 1900 she was married to Mr. Kerscher, founder of the 
company which bears his name on Buffalo street. On the death of her husband 
15 years ago, Mrs. Kerscher was named president of the company.
She was a member of the Catholic Women’s club, Altar society of Holy 
Innocents congregation, and the Knights of Columbus auxiliary. 
Survivors are two sons, Francis and Vincent of this city; daughter, Mrs. 
Quirin Deisman of this city; brother, Peter of Appleton; three sisters, 
Mrs. Ervin Wachtel and Mrs. Matt Petri of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and Mrs. 
William Buehler of this city; and six grandchildren. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after Wednesday noon. The 
Catholic Women’s club will recite the rosary at 3 p.m. Wednesday, the 
Altar society at 7 p.m. and the Knights of Columbus at 7:30.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, November 30, 1948, Page 2
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[d. 11-30-1948/age 71 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Frank Kerscher lot]


VINCENT JOHN KERSCHER

Vincent J. Kerscher Sr., 68, of 1011 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
evening, April 16, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. 
at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dan Felton will celebrate 
the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Kerscher was born July 5, 1914, at Manitowoc, son of the late Frank J. and 
Theresa Kornely Kerscher. He resided in Manitowoc all his life, attended Sacred 
Heart Parochial School, was graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 
1932 and from Wentworth Military Academy, Lexington, Mo., in 1934. He married 
Dorothy B. Typner Sept. 12, 1940, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. 
At the present time, he was president of V.J. Kerscher Company, Inc. of Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Dorothy, two sons and daughters-in-law, Vincent J. 
and Barbara Kerscher of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Robert C. and Patricia Kerscher of 
Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Karen K. and Frank Moon of Green Bay; a 
brother, Francis Kerscher and a sister, Mrs. (Quirin (irma) (sic) Delsman of 
Manitowoc and four grandchildren, James and John Kerscher and Andrew and Clarissa 
Moon.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Monday 
afternoon. A prayer service will be at 7:30 o'clock by Deacon Paul Kiefer.
Herald Times Reporter, April 18, 1983 P. 3


EDWARD KESSELHON

STRICKEN AT WORK, DEATH A WEEK LATER 
Stricken a week ago, while a the D. S. Croll store where he was employed as a 
truck driver, Edward Kesselhorn (sic) died last night at his home, 720 North 
Tenth street. Mr. Kesselhorn had not been in robust health for some time but 
his condition was not considered serious and his sudden death was a great 
shock.
Mr. Kesselhorn, who was a native of Milwaukee and came here eight years ago, had 
been employed with Mr. Croll for six years. He is survived by his wife, who was 
Lila Wehausen, this city, and three children, John, 6; Marion, 4, and Dorothy, 2. 
His mother, two brothers, Walter and Elmer and one sister, Mrs. C. Blech, Milwaukee, 
also survive.
Deceased was 37 years of age and a member of the Maccabbee order. The funeral will 
be held Friday afternoon, the Rev. Weber of the Presbyterian church officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, November 22, 1922  P. 9 
*********
[bur 11-24-1922/cause: heart block]


BERTHA KESTLY

Death on Tues., after a 3 wk. illness, of Mrs. Bertha Kestley, wife of Mr.
James Kestley. The deceased, who enjoyed general local affection, was born in
Manitowoc on 07 Oct. 1870, thus reaching the age of 23 yrs. 2 mos. She married Mr.
Kestley 06 May 1890, and leaves her husband, 2 small children, her parents and a
sister. The funeral will take place this afternoon in the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 07 Dec. 1893
*****
[cause: typhoid fever]


ANNA KETTEHOFEN

Mrs. Nicholas Kettenhofen, formerly of 1202 S. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died 
Thursday at a Manitowoc hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Donald T. Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Kettenhofen, the former Anna Matek, was born at Manitowoc, daughter of 
the late Jacob and Mary Hallada Matek, attended local schools and was married 
in 1894 to Mr. Kettenhofen, owner of Kettenhofen Monument Co. He preceded her 
in death in 1925.
Surviving is a niece, Mrs. Blanche Matek Aspinall, of Detroit, Mich. A sister 
and a brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, November 16, 1967 P. M13
*********
[age 94 yrs./widow of Nick Kettenhofen]
(29 Nov 1872/Nov 1967/SSDI)


KARL KETTENHOFEN

From the Files of the Pilot - Fifty Years Ago - (1870)
Died in this city on last Thursday, Carl Joseph(sic), the only child of Mattis 
and Hannah Kettenhofen, aged 11 months.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 14, 1920
*********
[Carl J. Kettenhofen]


JOHANNA KETTENHOFEN

Mrs. Johanna Kettenhofen, aged 87 years, died of infirmities incident to old age 
Monday morning at the home of her sister, Mrs. Herman Paulus, Milwaukee. She went 
to Milwaukee five weeks ago for a visit. Mrs. Kettenhofen had lived in Manitowoc 
County 57 years. She made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Herman Schmitz, 1201 S. 
Eighth Street at the time of her death. Her maiden name was Johanna Engeldinger. 
She was born March 10, 1843 in Germany and came to this country with her parents 
when she was but four years old. They lived first in New York state and then came 
to Wisconsin. She was married in 1860 to Mathias Kettenhofen who died 22 years 
ago.  
Surviving relatives are one daughter, Mrs. Herman Schmitz of Manitowoc; a grandson, 
Carl Schmitz, also of this city and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Orth of Manitowoc and 
Mrs. Herman Paulus of Milwaukee and four brothers, Nick Engeldinger of Manitowoc, 
George and Max Engeldinger of Colby, Wis., and John Engeldinger of Portland, Oregon.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Aug. 21, 1930 
*********
Mrs. Kettenhofen Is Celebrating 85th Birthday
Mrs. Johanna Kettenhofen is eighty-five today and she is celebrating 
the occasion. Not only is she celebrating but all of the dishes for 
the dinner are the work of her own hands and she takes a justifiable 
pride in her ability as a culinary artist. In fact, Mrs. Kettenhofen 
has prepared food for thousands of people during her life and enjoyed 
the work because for years she and her husband, now dead for many 
years were in the hotel business and Mrs. Kettenhofen gave the kitchen 
her personal attention. 
Starting in the Williams House when it stood on the present location 
and was one of the old type Southern Planters style hotels with wide 
verandas the couple were forced to make new plans back in July 1866 
when the hotel was burned to the ground. They moved across the street 
to quarters over what was then the Wittman drug store. Then they bought 
the site where the city hall is today and built a fine brick hotel for 
that time. 
They were in the new place for thirty years and their reputation for 
hospitality and for meals was nation wide. They entertained many 
distinguished guests. Finally the hotel, which had received a large 
addition, was converted into a city hall. 
Mrs. Kettenhofen received many floral tributes from friends today and 
is thoroughly enjoying herself. She keeps in close touch with the events 
of the day and expressed sorrow at the passing of the Williams House 
which is being torn down to make room for a more modern store building, 
but added that landmarks must not be allowed to stand in the way of 
progress. Mrs. Kettenhofen makes her home with her daughter, Mrs. Herman 
Schmitz, South Eighth street.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, March 10, 1928, Page 9
********
[bur. 8-20-1930/age 87 yrs/died at Milwaukee, WI/
cause: myocarditis/bur. on M. Kettenhofen lot]


MATHIAS KETTENHOFEN

Another one of our county’s old settlers is gone. Mathias Kettenhofen, a
Manitowoc citizen known throughout the county and beyond its borders, closed 
his eyes in the final sleep Thursday evening. Mr. Kettenhofen was born 02 April
1825 in Helfant, Kreis Saarburg, Bezirk Trier, as the son of a school teacher. 
With his brother Andreas he came to America in 1854. Both landed in Canada, 
worked there a while in constructing a railroad, then came to Wisconsin and 
worked on farms in Racine County and later in Manitowoc County, saving enough 
money that they soon were able to buy their own farm. Mathias Kettenhofen soon 
sold his share to his brother and took a position as clerk in the store of 
Charles King in Neshoto. Later, in 1860, he married Miss Johanna Engeldinger 
and established a hotel in Neshoto which he operated for 3 years. At the same 
time he became Postmaster of Neshoto and a Justice of the Peace. In 1863 he 
moved to Manitowoc and took over operation of Williams House. When it burned 
down in 1866 he built Northwestern House. In 1894 he sold the hotel to F.C. 
Borcherdt who continues to operate it under the name of Victoria Hotel. In 1899 
he and his wife took a trip to Germany where both of their childhood cities were 
visited as well as their relatives. Upon returning, he withdrew from business 
and he and his wife went to live with the Hermann Schmitz family… Mr. Kettenhofen, 
who to our knowledge had never been ill, last summer came down with a bladder 
illness. At age 82 he was unable to regain his health despite the best attention. 
He grew weaker and weaker until his death Thursday evening. His death was without 
pain and he was conscious until the end. The deceased enjoyed the highest esteem 
in Manitowoc and surroundings, and although his death was not unanticipated, it 
was met with general sadness. Mr. Kettenhofen leaves his widow and an adopted 
daughter, Mrs. Herman Schmitz. He also is survived by his wife’s younger sister 
as well as his brother Andreas, who lives in Racine County, and 2 brothers who 
still live in Germany. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon with an extraordinary 
number of people attending. It was under the direction of the German Odd Fellows 
Lodge with participation of the singing clubs “Freier Sängerbund” and “Concordia”
Der Nord Westen, 17 Jan. 1907
********
Mathias Kettenhoffen, a pioneer resident of the city, responded to death's 
summons last Thursday evening at 7 o'clock, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. 
Herman Schmitz, corner Eighth and Hamilton streets, after a several months' 
illness resulting from feebleness or infirmities incident to advanced age, he 
having attained to the age of eighty-one years.
Until toward the close of last summer, Mr. Kettenhoffen had never been ill. 
But in the latter part of August last, his health began to wane, and from that 
time on he was gradually approaching dissolution until, as stated, he breathed 
his last on Thursday, Jan. 10th.
The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Schmitz home. The 
obsequies were held under the auspices of lodge No. 194, German Odd Fellow, of 
which society the decedent was a highly-esteemed member. The members of the 
Freier Saengerbund, of which organization the deceased was an honorary member, 
also attended the funeral in a body. Editor Carl G. Schmidt gave the funeral 
address. Interment took place at Evergreen cemetery. Mr. Kettenhoffen was born 
in Germany, April 2, 1825. He left the scenes of his childhood in 1856, in which 
year he departed for Canada. Upon his arrival in that country he entered the 
employ of a railway company. A few months later he came to the United States and 
located in Racine county, where he secured employment at agricultural work. The 
next year he came to Manitowoc county and, for a short time, engaged in farming. 
In 1860, he secured a position as clerk for John King, a lumber dealer at Neshota. 
Later he engaged in the hotel business at that place, where he also served as 
postmaster and as justice of the peace. In 1860 Mr. Kettenhoffen was married to 
Miss Johanna Engeldinger of Neshota, who, with one daughter, whose name appears 
above, survives him. Three brothers, two in Germany and one in Racine county, 
also survive.
In 1863 Mr. Kettenhoffen and wife came to this city. In that year Mr. Kettenhoffen 
assumed charge of the old Williams house. He continued as manager of that hotel 
until 1866, in which year the hotel was destroyed by fire. He then purchased the 
Northwestern house, now known as the Hotel Victoria, and he continued as proprietor 
of that hostelry until 1894, when he sold the place to Fred C. Borcherdt. From 1894 
to 1900 Mr. Kettenhoffen conducted a hostelry on Washington street. Since 1900 he 
had led a retired life.
Several years ago he made a pleasure trip to his native country, where he visited 
his brothers for a few months.
Mr. Kettenhoffen's demise will be regretted by many friends.
Manitowoc Pilot, January 17, 1907 
********
[bur. 01-13-1907/cause: old age]


NICHOLAS KETTENHOFEN

OVERTAKEN BY DEATH WHILE RIDING IN CAR 
Nic Kettenhoffen(sic) Is Stricken Without a Warning 
Life’s uncertainty was brought home to Manitowoc in startling manner early last 
evening when the community was shocked by announcement of the sudden death of 
Nic Kettenhoffen, well known businessman who expired while riding in his 
automobile, enroute from his place of business on Jay street to his home. Mr. 
Kettenhoffen was accompanied by his wife who had called for him and was driving 
the car. Heart failure caused death.
The death of Mr. Kettenhoffen occurred shortly before 6 o’clock on the street 
near the Esch Sons Co. store. Mrs. Kettenhoffen had called for him at the marble 
shop on Jay Street and had waited while he completed a letter and the two had 
then started for home. As the car reached the juncture of Jay and Ninth Mr. 
Kettenhoffen collapsed in his seat and when he was carried into the offices of 
Dr. F. H. Hammond nearby, it was found that life had passed, death having been 
almost instantaneous. The body was later taken to the home.
Not In Robust Health
Although Mr. Kettenhoffen had not been in the most robust health for many months, 
he was not ill and had been attending to his affairs as usual yesterday. He had 
complained during the morning of a slight trouble with his heart but did not 
consider it a serious matter and when he entered the automobile made no reference 
to not being in his usual health and appeared in excellent spirits. He had taken 
part in the Saengerbund concert Saturday night and had attended a rehearsal with 
the Elks orchestra, of which he was a member, Monday evening and had been at his 
offices all day. A few years ago Mr. Kettenhoffen had suffered from an ailment 
from which he never fully recovered and which he was primarily responsible for 
his sudden taking away.
Born in Germany .
Mr. Kettenhoffen was in his sixty-first year, having been born at Lelfant?, 
Germany, on March 9, 1864. As a boy of five years he came to America with his 
mother and spent his boyhood in this city where he learned the stone cutter’s 
trade, later completing his course at St. Louis where he also attended art school. 
He was at Chicago for some years and then returned here where he later engaged in 
business and for many years had conducted a marble works and monument shop on Jay 
street, and had been successful.
On February 11, 1893, Mr. Kettenhoffen was married to Annie Matek, who survives. 
The only other relative of Mr. Ketterhoffen here is an aunt, Mrs. Matthias 
Kettenhoffen, but he has relatives in the old home in Germany whom he visited last 
year, when with Mrs. Kettenhoffen he spent several months abroad.
Mr. Kettenhoffen was well known as a musician and was an enthusiastic member of 
the Elks’ orchestra with which he regularly played, and was an attendant at all 
rehearsals. Mr. Kettenhoffen was to have appeared with the orchestra in the “Rose 
Malden” to be given April 29 and had taken a keen interest in the work of preparation 
for the cantata. He was a master of the flute and violin and had appeared in many 
concerts with local organizations, and since the formation of the Elks’ orchestra 
had been active in its success. 
Deceased was a member of the Elks lodge and of the Catholic Knights and will be 
missed in both societies.
Funeral on Friday
Brief services will be held at St. Boniface church on Friday morning at 9 o’clock 
and mass will be said on Saturday morning.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 22, 1925   P. 2 
*********
[Nic died 4/21/1925 in Manitowoc, cause of death: apoplexy]
*****
Family stone reads: GUTTMAN-KETTENHOFEN
[Nic Kettenhofen owned lots 3&4, Albert Guttman owned lots 5 & 6. 
The family stone was in the center of the 4 lots (picture a vertical 
rectangle with the Kettenhofen's owning the 2 north lots and the 
Guttman's the south 2 lots). The Kettenhofen's are buried on lot 3 
and the Guttman's are on lot 6.


ESTHER F. KETTER

Mrs. Esther F. Ketter, 87, of 1827 Maple St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, Dec. 7, 
at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9 am Tuesday at Pfeffer 
Funeral Home and 9:30 am at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Leo J. Schmitt will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Ketter, nee Esther Frances Grobe was born Jan. 25, 1898 at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Theodore and Johanna Rumpf Grobe. She was married to George 
Ketter June 12, 1923 at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in 
death Nov. 29, 1985. Mrs. Ketter was a member of Christian Mothers of Holy 
Innocents Catholic and American Legion Auxiliary of Manitowoc.
Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Jeanette and Kenneth Peterson 
of Manitowoc and Mrs. Doris Weber of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Anita Nehrbass 
of Slinger, Wis.; three grandchildren, Gary and Barbara Peterson and David Weber; 
three great grandchildren, Mark, Gregg and Kristi Peterson and nieces and nephews. 
She was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Claude Weber and two sisters.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 pm to 8 pm Monday where 
a prayer service will be 7 pm Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Dec. 8, 1985 page 3
********
[widow of George Ketter]


GEORGE KETTER

George Ketter, 90, of 1827 Maple St., Manitowoc, died Friday evening, Nov. 29, 
at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 am Tuesday at 
Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 am at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Ketter was born April 7, 1895 at Kransburg, S.D., son of the late Peter J. 
and Anna Louisa Miller Ketter. He married Esther F. Grobe, June 12, 1923 at St. 
Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the couple residing in Manitowoc after their 
marriage. Mr. Ketter owned and operated the Ketter Grocery Store in Manitowoc 
for many years until his retirement. He was a Veteran serving in the United 
States Army during World War I and was a member of Drews Bleser Post No.88.
Survivors include his wife; two daughters and a son-in-law, Jeanette and Kenneth 
Peterson and Mrs. Doris Weber of Manitowoc; two brothers, Simon Ketter and Leo 
Ketter both of Westphalia, Kansas; a sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Craig of San Jose, 
Calif.; three grandchildren, Gary Peterson, Barbara Peterson and David Weber 
and three great grandchildren, Mark, Gregg and Kristi Peterson. He was preceded 
in death by a son-in-law, Claude Weber, six brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 pm to 8 pm Monday, where 
a prayer service will be at 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Dec. 1, 1985 page 3
********
[husband of Esther F. Ketter]


BABY KEUBKE    (d. 1863)

(Stillborn child of Heinrich Keubke/buried 13 May 1863/
from records of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church)


FRED KEUBKE    (d. 1925)

Long Illness Ends in Death
Ill since November 11 last year when he was taken with a heart attack Fred 
Keubke died at the family home at 509 Huron street at 7:30 last evening. 
Following the first attack last fall Mr. Keubke was only able to return to 
his duties as truck driver for the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company for 
a period of three weeks and since February has been unable to leave the home. 
The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home, the 
Rev. O.A. Menke officiating and burial will be at Evergreen.
Born in Mecklenberg, Schwerin, Germany, Dec. 24, 1878 Mr. Keubke came to this 
country at the age of eighteen months with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Fred Keubke 
Sr., both of whom have preceded him in death. The family took up their home in 
this city where he has always since resided. September 11, 1909 he was married 
here to Miss Ida Brey, the widow who with two daughters, and a son, Helen, 
Eileen and Clarence, survives to mourn his death. One brother, Herman, and a 
sister, Mrs. Carl Sampe, both of this city, also survive him. Mr. Keubke had 
been in the employe of the Goods company as a truck drive for eight years and 
until his illness had been steadily on the job. He was not a member of any 
fraternal organization, devoting the time away from his work to his home.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, April 30, 1925 P.2


FRIEDERIKE D.H.S. KEUBKE

[Friederike E.H. Kuepke/bur. 1860]


FRIEDERICKE KEUBKE  (d. 1914)

Friderike Marie Johanna Markwardt
Mentioned in the Record of Johann Heinrich Friderich Keubke (Friderike Marie Johanna Markwardt's Husband)
Marriage • Germany Marriages, 1558-1929
Name	Johann Heinrich Friderich Keubke
Sex	Male
Mother's Name  Elisabeth Keubke
Mother's Sex	Female
Spouse's Name  Friderike Marie Johanna Markwardt
Spouse's Sex	Female
Spouse's Father's Name	Daniel Friderich Markwardt
Spouse's Father's Sex  Male
Event Type	Marriage
Event Date	1875
Event Place	Grebbin, Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Deutschland
Event Place (Original)  Grebbin, Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Germany
Source Details  v 3
"Germany Marriages, 1558-1929"
*****
[Mrs. Fred Keubke/bur. 04-06-1914/cause: heart failure/
burial on August Rietz lot]


FRITZ KEUBKE

WIFE’S DEATH SIX MONTHS AGO AFFECTED MAN’S MIND, 
HE IS COMMITTED TO HOSPITAL TODAY
The death of his wife, which occurred six months ago is believed to 
be responsible for the condition of Fred Keubke, an aged south side 
resident who was today committed to the Northern Hospital at Oshkosh 
upon advice of physicians who conducted an examination in probate 
court yesterday. 
Since Mrs. Keubke’s death he had been morose and had acted strangely. 
Since Saturday Keubke had declined to eat and it was decided to have 
him taken into custody, and physicians recommended his commitment. 
Keubke was for years employed by the city as a street sweeper and was 
a familiar figure on South Eighth street where he was stationed.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, February 09, 1915, Page 8
********
FRED KUEBKE(sic), AGED RESIDENT AND CITY EMPLOYEE MEETS HIS 
DEATH UNUSUAL ACCIDENT
Strikes Head on Upturned Funnel and Spout Penetrates Brain, 
Causing Injury that Resulted in Death Two Hours Later—
Was Employee of Street Dep’t of City for Years
Fred Kuebke, an aged South side resident and employee of the city 
street department is dead as a result of a most unusual accident 
of which he was the victim at his home late Friday. Kuebke’s death 
was due to a fracture of the skull when his head struck upon a tin 
funnel and it penetrated his brain. 
Mr. Kuebke had returned home yesterday afternoon and while about the 
house slipped in some manner and in attempting to save himself from 
striking a stove, which was near, he was thrown against a closet 
door which was forced open and in his fall Mr. Kuebke’s head came in 
contact with a tin funnel which was on the floor of the closet. The 
funnel, which was in use at the Kuebke home for filling cans, was 
standing on the floor with the spout upward and when Kuebke’s head 
struck it, the spout was forced into his head, just above the eye, 
penetrating to a considerable depth in the skull causing a fracture 
which resulted in death. A call for the ambulance was sent in and Mr. 
Kuebke was removed to the hospital where his death occurred two hours 
later. Physicians say that the skull was fractured and that death was 
due to the funnel penetrating the head. 
Mr. Kuebke was 66 years of age, having been born in Germany. He came 
to America thirty five years ago. For years Mr. Kuebke had been 
employed in the city street department and was a familiar figure in 
the force at work on the streets. Two sons and one daughter survive 
Mr. Kuebke whose funeral will be held Monday afternoon from the late 
home at 1324 South Eighth street. Rev. M. Grether will officiate at 
the service.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, February 10, 1917, Page 1
*********
[Fred Keubke/bur. 02-12-1917/cause: fracture of skull/
bur. on August Rietz lot]


HEINRICH K.V. KEUBKE

Henry Koebke, died of consumption on Monday. His funeral which 
occurred yesterday was attended by the entire fire department.
Manitowoc Tribune - Thurs., Aug. 30, 1877
*****
Name: Keubke, Henry C. W.
D.: 8/27/1877
B.:
Reg. D.: 12/27/1877
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 62 Yrs. 23 Da.
B.P.:
D.P.:
Cem.:
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. F. A. O. Pieper
Spouse: Maria Keubke
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death: consumption
Pg. #: v.1 p.242
*******
[Henry Kobke/bur. 08-29-1877]


HEINRICH KEUBKE

Heinrich Johann Friderich Keubke
Baptism • Germany, Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Catholic and Lutheran Church Records, 1639-1943
Name	Heinrich Johann Friderich Keubke
Birth Date	31 Mar 1881
Father's Name  Johann Heinrich Friderich Keubke
Father's Sex	Male
Mother's Name  Friderike Marie Johanna Markwardt
Mother's Sex	Female
Event Type	Baptism
Event Date	16 Apr 1881
Event Place	Grebbin, Mecklenburg-Schwerin,
"Germany, Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Catholic and Lutheran Church Records, 1639-1943"


HERMAN KEUBKE

Herman Keubke, 76, of 617 N. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening 
at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a week's illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the First Reformed Church 
in Manitowoc with the Rev. Richard Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Keubke was born in Germany on May 19, 1877, and came to Manitowoc with his 
parents when he was four years of age. He married Mathilda Berman in 1898. 
She preceded her husband in death 10 years ago.
Survivors are a son, Ed of Wisconsin Dells, and three grandchildren. A son, 
William, died in May.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home in Manitowoc from 
2 p.m. Friday until 10 a.m. Saturday when the body will be removed to the 
church to lie in state until services begin.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, June 25, 1953 P. 27
*******
[d. 06-24-1953/age 76 yrs.]


IDA KEUBKE

Mrs. Fred Keupbke (sic), 63, nee Ida Brey, of 509 Huron street, died early 
today at the Holy Family hospital, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Wattawa, Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home, with interment in Evergreen cemetery.
She was born in this city in 1881 and 41 years ago was married to Fred Keubke. 
Mr. Keubke died 20 years ago.
Survivors are two daughters, Helen of Chicago, and Mrs. Lloyd Napiecinski of 
this city; son, Clarence of this city; sister, Mrs. Henry Wendell of Crown 
Point, Ind. 
The body may be viewed after 7 o’clock Sunday evening at the funeral home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 10, 1945  P. 2
********
[d. 03-10-1945/age 63 yrs./cause: apoplexy/widow of Fred Keubke/
bur. on Henry Brei (Brey) lot]


JENNIE KEUBKE

Jessie Kuebke
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Jessie Kuebke
Death Date	27 May 1908
Death County  Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[Jennie Keubke/bur 05-31-1908/cause: acute nephritis]


JOHN KEUBKE

John Koebke
Military • U.S., Civil War Draft Registrations Records, 1863-1865
Name	John Koebke
Birth Year	abt 1820
Place of Birth	Germany
Age on 1 July 1863	43
Race	White
Residence	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Congressional District	5th
Class	2
"U.S., Civil War Draft Registrations Records, 1863-1865"
*****
(Johan Kempke/b Dec 1820/d 13 Nov 1867/
from records of First German Evang. Luth. Ch.)


MARIE W.D. KEUBKE

[Maria W.D. Kuepke/bur. 1858]
(Child of Heinrich Keubke/d. 1858-Feb. 1861/from records of
First German Evangelical Lutheran Church/don't know what 
the Feb. 1861 is-no explanation on transcription)


MATHILDA KEUBKE

Mrs. Herman Keubke, 70, of 1136 North 18th street, died Sunday evening at the 
Holy Family hospital after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the First 
Reformed church with the Rev. A.C. Fischer officiating. Interment will be made 
in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Keubke, nee Matilda Behrmann, was born Feb. 10, 1873 in Germany and came 
to his country with her parents when she was 13 years of age and the family 
came direct to this city. On Nov. 26, 1898 she was married to Herman Keubke.
Survivors are the widower; two sons, Edward and William, both of this city; 
one brother, Julius Behrmann of Stangelville; and three grandchildren.
She was a member of the Ladies Aid of the First Reformed church and of the 
F.R.C. circle.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from 
noon Tuesday to 10 a.m. Wednesday when it will be taken to the church to lie 
in state to the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 23, 1943  P. 2
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[d. 08-22-1943/age 70 yrs./cause: cerebral hemorrhage/wife of Herman Keubke]


WILLIAM J. KEUBKE

Willie Keubke
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Willie Keubke
Gender  Male
Race	White
Birth Date	18 May 1903
Birth Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Father  Herman Kuebke
Mother  Matilda Bermann
FHL Film Number	1305084
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
William Julius Keubke
Military • U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947
Name:  William Julius Keubke
Race:	White
Age:	38
Birth Date:	18 May 1903
Birth Place:	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place:	Manitowoc, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Registration Date:	15 Feb 1942
Registration Place:	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Employer:	Manitowoc Shipbuilding Co
Height:	5-7
Weight:	155
Complexion:	Light
Hair Color:	Blonde
Eye Color:	Gray
Next of Kin:	Mrs Ann Keubke
"U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947"
*****
William J. Keubke
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	William J. Keubke
Death Date	9 May 1953
Death County  Columbia, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[d 05-09-1953 at Portage, WI/age 50 yrs/
bur. on Herman Keubke lot]


CHARLES S. KEUNE    (d. 1999)

Charles S. Keune, age 57, formerly of 1025 S 26th St., Two Rivers, died Thursday 
evening, August 19, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
A Memorial Service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, August 22, 1999, at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with burial of the cremains at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc, at a later date.
He was born September 20, 1941, in Manitowoc, son of the late Roland and Ruby 
Teteak Keune. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Chuck was the co-operator 
with his mother of the family tavern known as Keune's Welcome Inn, Reedsville, for 
many years.
Survivors include three sons and one daughter-in-law, Darwin Keune, Manitowoc, 
Daniel Keune, Manitowoc, Keith and Dawn Keune, Milwaukee; one daughter and son-in-
law, Irene and Terry Secora, Brookfield; one brother and sister-in-law, Carl and 
Jean Keune, Florida; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Donna and Al Brefczynski, 
Manitowoc, Darlene Salta, Manitowoc; seven grandchildren, Curtis, Caitlyn, Emma, 
Karrisa, Benjamin, Brianna, and Bailey; his former wife, Laverne Keune, Manitowoc. 
He is further survived by a close friend, Bob Woldt; and Chuck's dog, DeDe; nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by one 
brother, Ronald Keune in 1972.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc 
from 1 p.m. Sunday until the time of service at 3 p.m.
The family wishes to express their gratitude to Dr. Klassen & the staff of Holy 
Family Memorial Medical Center 3 East for the love and care they extended to Chuck.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 21, 1999 P. A2


DALE KEUNE

Dale Edmund Kuene
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Dale Edmund Kuene
Death Date	13 Dec 1923
Death County  Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[Dale Edmund Keune/bur 12-15-1923/cause: acute indigestion/
bur on Esmond F. Keune lot] 


EARL H.L. KEUNE

FIND BODY OF MISSING BOAT MAN IN RIVER
Earl Keune of This City Was Victim of Accident In Milwaukee River 
Missing since last Saturday when he failed to report for duty aboard the fruit 
boat North Shore at Milwaukee, the body of Earl Keune, 40, this city, was found 
floating in the river at Milwaukee this morning. He is believed to have been 
accidentally drowned when he fell from a dock while hurrying to the boat.
The boat, which is commanded by Vernon Williamson of this city, was obliged to 
leave without Keune and failure of Keune to return to the home of Mr. and Mrs. 
J. Cook, with whom he boarded led to a search being instituted. Mr. Keune was a 
nephew of the Cooks. The dead man has been employed on the North Shore for the 
past three years.
The body is to be brought to Manitowoc for burial. Services will be held Saturday 
at 2 p.m. from the Shimek and Schwartz funeral home.
The deceased was born in this city in 1894, son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Keune, 614 
York street. He was educated in the schools here and took up the machinist trade 
at the Smalley Manufacturing company. He was with this firm for many years. During 
the war he enrolled in the engineer training school at Beloit college and later 
was transferred to Camp Custer. 
Mr. Keune was under orders to proceed overseas from Camp Custer when the armistice 
was signed. Since then the deceased made his home in Milwaukee. He never married.
Survivors are three brothers, Esmond, Roland and Sydney of this city and Allan of 
Fond du Lac and a sister Lillian of this city. One other sister, Lenore, died in 
1928.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 28, 1934  P. 13
*******
[cause: probably accidental drowning/bur. on Frederich Kuene lot]


ESMOND FREDERICK KEUNE

Esmond F. Keune, 82, of 312 N. Sixth St., died early Wednesday morning in Family 
Heritage Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday in First Lutheran Church Chapel. Rev. 
George Knudson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Military 
graveside rites will be accorded Mr. Keune by American Legion Drews-Bleser Post 
88 of Manitowoc.
Mr. Keune born Aug. 6, 1895 in Mishicot, son of the late Louis and Ida Wiedner 
Keune. He received his education in Manitowoc schools. He was employed as 
warehouse foreman for Plumb and Nelson Company for 42 years, retiring in 1962. 
On Sept. 1, 1920 he married Rose B. Buresh in Manitowoc. He served in World War I 
in 1918, was past Commander and life time member of American Legion Drews-Bleser 
Post 88. He was a member of Wisconsin Department of past Commanders Club and First 
Lutheran Church.
Survivors include two sons and daughter-in-laws, Vernon and Junice Keune and 
Kenwood and Arlene Keune of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. William Betty Steeber of 
Milwaukee; eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Four brothers and 
two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday. 
Memorials may be made to the First Lutheran Church or charity of the donors 
choice.
Herald Times Reporter, November 30, 1977 P. 3
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BURESH-KEUNE
Miss Rose Buresh, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Buresh, 1719 Wollmer street, and 
Esmond Keune, son of Mr. and Mrs. L.C. Keune, 614 York street, were married at 3 
o'clock this afternoon. The ceremony was performed by Rev. E.A. Boyd in the Lutheran 
church parsonage, only relatives and a few intimate friends being present. The 
attendants, were Allan and Miss Lenore Keune. A luncheon and reception at the home 
of the bride's parents followed and the young bride and groom will depart on the 
6 o'clock train for a honeymoon trip to Milwaukee and other points. They will be at 
home after Oct. 1 at 615 York street. Mr. Keune is connected with the F. Rappel 
company.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, September 1, 1920 P. 5


FRED H. KEUNE    (d. 1934)

Funeral Services Will Be Held On Wednesday
The body of Fred H. Keune, former Manitowoc resident who died last week at Los 
Angeles, Calif., will arrive in Manitowoc Tuesday afternoon and be removed to 
the home of a sister, Mrs. A. A. Cozey, 615 North Fifth street. Funeral services 
will be Wednesday at 3 p.m. from the Cozey home with interment at Evergreen 
cemetery.
A.A. Cozey will go to Chicago tonight to accompany the body to Manitowoc tomorrow.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 3, 1934  P. 14
*******
[bur. 12-5-1934/age 61 yrs/died at Los Angeles, CA/cause: chronic myocarditis 
con. chronic nephritis/bur. on A.A. Cozey lot]


FREDERICK KEUNE    (d. 1899)

Notes From Kellnersville:
Mr. Louis Keune attended the funeral of his father at Manitowoc on Sunday 
last. Mr. Keune, Sr. died suddenly at Oslo where he was engaged as miller. 
The cause of death was probably apoplexy.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, September 21, 1899 pg. 7
*******
Death overcame Fritz Keune on Wed. night in Oslo during his sleep. Mr. Keune, a 
well-known miller and brother of Centerville resident Carl Keune, was born 11 May
1835 in Germany but had lived for a long while in Manitowoc. About three years ago he
took over a position in the mill of Mr. A. Stephenson in Oslo. Wed. evening he felt
quite well as he went to bed, but when he did not respond to the wakeup call Thurs. 
morning it was discovered that he had died during the night. He leaves his widow and 
7 grown children. The funeral was held Sun. in the local city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 21 Sep. 1899
*******
Fred Keune is in the city from Menominee, Mich., called here by the 
death of his father.
Manitowoc Daily Herald September 16, 1899  pg. 2
********
The funeral of the late Fred Keune will be held at 2 o'clock Sunday 
afternoon from the home of his wife on York street.
Manitowoc Daily Herald September 16, 1899  pg. 2
********
Messrs. Henry and August Keune, of Houghton, Mich., are in the city to 
attend the funeral of their brother the late Fred Keune.
Manitowoc Daily Herald September 16, 1899  pg. 2
********
[bur. 09-14-1899/cause: hemorrhage]


FREDERICKA KEUNE

MRS. KUENE (sic) IS DEAD AFTER A SHORT ILLNESS
Sustained Broken Hip In Accident One Week Ago
Mrs. Fredericka Keune died at the Holy Family hospital at noon today, 
death being due to a stroke of paralysis which she suffered following 
an accident a week ago in which she sustained a broken hip. Her advanced 
age made recovery doubtful even under the most favorable circumstances 
and death came as a release from pain.
Mrs. Keune was born in Berlin, Germany, September 29, 1842 and would have 
celebrated her eightieth anniversary this fall. She came to America with 
her parents at the age of thirteen, the family locating in the town of 
Newton where the old homestead is still in the possession of a son of Mrs. 
Keune's twin brother. Mr. Keune died september (sic) 14, 1899 and there 
are surviving five daughters and two sons, Mrs. J.E. Warren, Mrs. Henry 
Erfurth, Mrs. William Williamson, Mrs. A.A. Cozey and Lewis Keune, all 
of this city; Mrs. J.F. Cook of Milwaukee and F.H. Keune of Los Angeles. 
There are also twenty-three grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
The funeral arrangements have not been completed and will be announced 
tomorrow.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, March 27, 1922 P.1
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The funeral of the late Mrs. Fredericka Keune will take place Thursday 
afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home of her daughter, Mrs. J.E. Warren, 
723 North Seventh street.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, March 28, 1922 P.3

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State of Wisconsin-Municipal Court-MANITOWOC COUNTY.
Edw. Haltaufderheide, Plaintiff, vs.
Rifle Manufacturing Company, Defendant.
Fredereicka Keune, Garnishee.
STATE OF WISCONSIN, Manitowoc County SS.
To Rifle Manufacturing company:
You are hereby notified that a summons and garnishee has been issued against you and your property garnisheed to satisfy the demand of Edward Haltaufderheide, amounting to $30.00; now unless you appear before Hon. Albert H. Schmidt, Judge of said Municipal court, in and for Manitowoc county, Wisconsin, at his office in the city and county of Manitowoc, Wis., on the 10th day of April, 1915, at nine o'clock in the forenoon, judgment will be rendered against you and your property sold to pay the debt.
Dated this 16th day of March, 1915.
Edw. Haltaufderheide, Plaintiff.
Kelley & Wyseman Plaintiff's Attorneys.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 18, 1915 P. 4

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[bur. 03-30-1922/cause: cerebral hemorrage/bur. on Frederich Keune lot]


IDA KEUNE

Mrs. Louis Keune, 75, of 614 York street, died this morning.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
She was born Ida Wiedner in Oconto, in 1874 and 57 years ago was 
married to Mr. Keune. They lived at Kellnersville and Mishicot for 
a time, moving here in 1901. Mr. Keune died nine years ago.
Survivors are a daughter, Lillian at home, four sons, Esmond and 
Sidney of this city, Allen of California and Roland of Steiners 
Corners; two sisters, Lillian and Ella Wiedner of Abrams, Wis.; 
seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from Thursday noon until the 
hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, November 30, 1949 P.2
********
[bur. 12-02-1949/age 75 yrs./bur. on Louis Keune lot]


JUNICE A. KEUNE

Junice A. Keune, age 85, formerly of 304 E. Parkview Lane, Manitowoc, and most 
recently at St. Mary Home, died Tuesday, July 26, 2005 at her residence.
Junice was born June 27, 1920 at Collins, daughter of the late John and Erna 
(Struck) Voss. She grew up and was educated in the Collins area and graduated 
in 1938 from Valders High School On Nov. 21, 1942, she married Vernon L. Keune 
at First Lutheran Church with Pastor Ernest Zoerb officiating. Junice owned and 
operated with her husband, Vern’s Clover Farm Grocery Store at North Eight and 
Cleveland Avenue, Manitowoc, until 1969. In 1971, they moved to Prairie du Chien, 
and owned and operated the Prairie Motel. They remained in the motel business 
until retirement.
Junice was a member of First Lutheran Church, the Mary & Martha Circle, Prayer 
Chain and Altar Guild. Junice was active in the B.P.O. Elks Auxiliary and served 
as treasurer, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 88, and bowled with the American 
Legion Bowling League. She volunteered at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center 
and the Rahr West Museum. Junice enjoyed her children, grandchildren, great-
grandchildren and playing cards with her classmates and friends.
Survivors include her husband of 62 years, Vernon, Manitowoc; their children: 
John and Nan (Bonner) Keune, Manitowoc; and Janie and Joel Brockman, Ripon; 
children of Jeanne (Keune) Michalek: Lori, Robi and Cori; children of John 
Keune: Barbara, Kristina and John; children of Janie (Keune) Brockman: Matthew, 
Andrew and Timothy, Jeremy and James; 11 great-grandchildren; a brother: 
Wilbur A. Voss, Neenah; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents, Junice is preceded in death by her daughter, Jeanne 
Michalek.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 30, 2005 at First Lutheran 
Church, 521 N. Eighth st., Manitowoc. The Rev. Steven Solberg will officiate with 
burial at Evergreen Cemetery. Relatives and friends may greet the family from 9 a.m. 
Saturday until the time of service at 11 a.m. In addition to other expressions of 
sympathy, memorials to First Lutheran Church, the Lakeshore Human Society, or the 
donor’s choice would be appreciated.
The staff at the Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory, Manitowoc, is serving the 
Keune Family.
Herald Times Reporter, July 28, 2005 p.A3


KENWOOD KEUNE

Kenwood R. Keune, age 79, of 2022 Lexington Drive, Manitowoc, entered eternal 
rest early on Friday, Dec. 5, 2008, after a short illness, at North Ridge 
Medical & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.
Ken was born on Aug. 10, 1929, in Manitowoc, son of the late Esmond F. and Rose 
(Buresh) Keune. He graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, with the class 
of 1947. He enlisted in the U.S. Army on Feb. 23, 1951, and served in the Korean 
War until his discharge as a sergeant on Nov. 24, 1952. He married the former 
Arlene Ruth Brown on July 26, 1952, at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church in 
Manitowoc. The Rev Waldemar Gieschen officiated. Ken worked for many years for 
Plumb & Nelson Wholesale Grocery as a warehouse manager, and currently for First 
Chrysler. He was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, and served on the 
church council, financial church counting crew and as an usher. He was a life-
member of American Legion Drews-Bleser Post 88, 40 et 8, where he currently held 
the position of correspondant, VFW Otto-Oas Post 659, and the Amvets Post 99. Ken 
served as chaplain and past commander for American Legion, as well as adjutant for 
31 years. He was a member of the Thrivent Chapter, where he held several offices. 
Ken bowled for many years with American Legion Pilots Team at Seitz's Lanes in 
Manitowoc. He was a life-long fan of the Green Bay Packers and attended the Ice 
Bowl in Green Bay in 1967.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Ken was preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law: James Schultz; brother and 
sister-in-law: Vernon L. (Junice) Keune; brother-in-law: William Steeber; niece: 
Jeanne Michalek; and great-nephew: Sgt. Andrew Wallace, while serving in Iraq.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 8, 2008, at Grace 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2426 N. Rapids Road, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thomas Pankow 
will officiate, with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Military graveside 
services will be accorded by the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post 88.
Relatives and friends may call at church from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service 
at 1 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to Grace Evangelical Lutheran 
Church.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is assisting the Keune 
family.
Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 6, 2008


LENORE KEUNE

AT DUTIES ON FRIDAY, DIES SUNDAY NIGHT
Miss Lenore Keune of City Hall Force Dies Suddenly at Hospital Here
Miss Lenore Keune, 28, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Keune, 614 
York street, for the past eight years employed as a clerk in the 
office of City Clerk Arthur Zander, and who underwent an operation 
for appendicitis at the hospital on Saturday passed away Sunday 
evening at 9:30. Her death was a sad shock to her family and 
friends.
Miss Keune who attended to her duties at the city hall up to last 
Friday, although not in the best of health, was able to report for 
duty daily with the exception of a few days some weeks ago. Born at 
Kellnersville the deceased has made her home here with her parents 
all her life. She was a graduate from the high school here in the 
Class of 1918 and two years later began her duties at the city hall, 
first as telephone operator and later in the filing department of 
the city clerk's office.
Surviving Family
Besides the parents, one sister, Miss Lillian, and five brothers, 
Allen of Fond du Lac, Earl of Milwaukee, and Esmond, Roland and 
Sydney, all of this city, survive.
The remains were taken to the Frazier chapel at 520 Buffalo street, 
where they may be viewed until ten o'clock Wednesday morning. Burial 
will be from the First Lutheran church Wednesday afternoon at two 
o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, July 9, 1928 P.1
*********
[bur. 7-11-1928/age 28 yr./cause: pneumonia/bur. on Louis Keune lot]


LILLIAN KEUNE

Lillian (Midge) Keune, 60, of 720A N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died 
Monday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a brief 
illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at First Lutheran 
Church Chapel, Manitowoc. The Rev. Vernon Anderson will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Lillian Keune was born Aug. 21, 1908, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Louis and Ida Weidner Keune. A 1923 graduate of Lincoln 
High School, Manitowoc, she attended the Manitowoc County Normal 
School. She was a retail grocery clerk until her retirement two 
years ago. Miss Keune was a member of the American Legion Post 88 
Auxiliary and the American Lutheran Church Women.
Survivors include a brother, Esmond, of Manitowoc and nieces and 
nephews.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
after 3 p.m. Tuesday until noon Wednesday and then at the chapel. 
Memorials may be made in her name to the First Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herld Times, Monday, May 19, 1969 P.13
********
[d. 05-19-1969/age 60 yrs./bur. on Louis Keune lot]
(21 Aug 1908/May 1969/SSDI)


LOUIS KEUNE    (d. 1907)

A 2-week old child of York Street resident here, Louis Kuene, 
died Tuesday and will be buried this afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 29 Aug 1907


LOUIS KEUNE    (d. 1940)

Louis C. Keune, 71, veteran cabinet maker, died this morning at the home, 614 
York street. He had been in failing health for some time.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Shimek and Schwartz 
funeral home. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Keune was born here and always made his home in Manitowoc. When a young man 
he was employed as a cabinet maker by the Manitowoc Lumber company and the Guse 
Lumber company. In later years he operated his own cabinet shop at his home.
Survivors are the widow, the former Ida Weidner; daughter, Miss Lillian Keune 
of this city; four sons, Esmond, Roland and Sidney of this city, Allan of 
California; five sisters, Mrs. Edward Warren, Mrs. William Williamson, Mrs. Henry 
Erfurth, Mrs. A. A. Cozey, all of this city, Mrs. Frank Cook of Milwaukee; and 
seven grandchildren. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Saturday at 2 p.m. until the hour 
of the service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 29, 1940  P. 10 
*********
[d. 11-29-1940/age 71 yrs.]


RONALD KEUNE    (d. 1958)

Roland Keune, 55, of Reedsville, died Monday evening at St. Vincent Hospital, 
Green Bay, after a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at First Lutheran Church Chapel, 
Manitowoc, with the ___ ____ ____ officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery . 
Mr. Keune was born at Manitowoc July 1, 1903, son of the late Louis and Ida 
Wiedner Keune. He married Ruby Teteak July 24, 1926. He operated taverns in 
various locations.
Surviving are his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Alois Brefcynski and Mrs. Roman 
Salta of Manitowoc; three sons, Caryle of Manitowoc and Roland and Charles of 
Reedsville; two brothers, Esmond and Sydney of Manitowoc; a sister, Miss 
Lillian Keune of Manitowoc; and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Wednesday until 2:30 p.m. Thursday and after that at the church chapel. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 12, 1958  P. 9 
*******
[d. 08-11-1958 at Green Bay WI/age 55 yrs./bur. on Carlyle L. Keune lot]


RONALD KEUNE    (d. 1972)

Ronald Keune, 38, of Reedsville, died Thursday morning at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at First Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore J. Vinger will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Keune was born July 1, 1934, at Manitowoc, son of the late Roland 
Keune and Mrs. Ruby Keune.
Survivors include his mother of Reedsville, two brothers and two sisters 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 p.m. Friday until 
10:30 a.m. Saturday and then at the church until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 28, 1972
********
[d. 12-28-1972/age 38 yrs./son of Ruby Keune/bur. on Ruby Keune lot]


ROSE B. KEUNE

Rose B. Keune, age 91, formerly of 312 N. 6th St., Manitowoc, died Friday, 
February 19, 1993, at the Shady Lane Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, at the First Lutheran Church Chapel, 
with the Rev. Richard Lind officiating and burial at Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born May 2, 1901, in Branch, Wis., daughter of the late Joseph and 
Katherine Krause Buresh. She attended schools in Branch. She married Esmond F. 
Keune September 1, 1920, in Manitowoc. She was employed at Mirro Aluminum Company 
and later at the Plumb and Nelson Company for 20 years retiring in 1962. She was 
a member of the First Lutheran Church and was a member of the American Legion 
Auxiliary Unit 88.
She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Veronon and Junice Keune, 
Zephyrhills, Fla., Kenwood and Arlene Keune, Manitowoc; a duaghter (sic) and 
son-in-law, Betty and William Steeber, Iola, Wis.; eight grandchildren; sixteen 
great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; a brother and sister-in-law, 
Amil and Gena Buresh, Manitowoc. Other relatives and friends. She was preceded 
in death by her husband in 1977, a son, a brother and a sister.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the First Lutheran Church.
Friends may greet the family following the services at the chapel, in the 
Fireside Room. There will be no Sunday evening visitation at the funeral home. 
The Jens Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 21, 1993 P. A2
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[widow of Esmond Keune]


RUBY A. KEUNE

Mrs. Roland R. (Ruby A.) Keune, 73, of 231 Manitowoc St., Reedsville, died 
early Thursday evening in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday in First Lutheran Chapel, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Bruce W. Hanstedt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Keune, nee Ruby Teteak was born July 6, 1904 in Lena, Wis., daughter of 
the late Frank and Josephine Housner Teteak. She was reared and educated in 
Lena and married Roland R. Keune July 24, 1926. She and her husband operated 
Keune's Welcome Inn in Reedsville for many years and following the death of 
her husband, August 11, 1958, she continued the operation.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Carlyle and Jean Keune of 
Manitowoc, Charles and LaVerne Keune of Reedsville; two daughters and sons-in-
law, Donna and Al Brefczynski of Manitowoc and Darlene and Romy Salta of Two 
Rivers; 11 grandchildren; two great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A son, 
Ronald, four brothers and four sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, State Street Chapel, 
Manitowoc, after 4:30 o'clock this Friday afternoon until 11 a.m. Saturday 
and then in the chapel from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Friday, March 3, 1978 - page 3
********
[widow of Roland Keune/bur. on Carlyle L. Keune lot]


SIDNEY C. KEUNE

Sidney C. Keune, 46, World war II veteran of 527 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died 
Thursday night after a short illness at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at First Lutheran Church Chapel, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. Roland L. Schwandt officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery with the Drews-Bleser American Legion Post providing military 
services.
Mr. Keuene was born at Fond du Lac Sept. 20, 1912, son of the late Louis and 
Ida Wiedner Keune. He came to Manitowoc with his parents in 1914. During World 
War II he served with the field artillery in Germany from December of 1943 to 
March of 1956.
Surviving are two brothers, Esmond of Manitowoc and Allan of Los Angeles; and 
a sister, Miss Lillian Keune of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2:30 p.m. 
Sunday 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. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 6, 1959  P. 13
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[bur. on Esmond F. Keune lot]


VERNON L. KEUNE

Vernon L. Keune, age 86, of 2005 Division St., died on Wednesday, July 30, 2008, 
at St. Mary's at Felician Village.
Vernon was born on Sept. 27, 1921, in Manitowoc, son of the late Esmond and Rose 
(Buresh) Keune. He attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the class of 
1939 from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. Vernon married the former Junice A. 
Voss on Nov. 21, 1942, at First Lutheran Church in Manitowoc. She preceded him 
in death on July 26, 2005. He served in the U.S. Army Signal Corps from Jan. 21, 
1943, until his discharge on Oct. 25, 1945. He worked for Plumb and Nelson Company 
from 1947 until 1971. He and his wife, Junice, owned and operated Vern's Clover 
Farm Grocery Store at North Eighth and Cleveland Avenue in Manitowoc until 1969. 
In 1971, they moved to Prairie du Chien, where they owned and operated the Prairie 
Motel. They remained in the motel business until his retirement in 1971. Vernon 
was a member of First Lutheran Church, where he was past president of the church 
council and also taught Sunday School. He was a member and past commander of 
American Legion Drews-Bleser Post 88 of Manitowoc, and bowled with the American 
Legion Bowling League. He was a past member of the BPO Elks Lodge 687, and a 
volunteer at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife: Junice; one daughter: Jeanne Michalek, 
on March 16, 2002; one grandson: Andrew Wallace, on Sept. 26, 2005; one infant 
brother; and one brother-in-law: William Steeber.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, at First Lutheran 
Church, 521 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Steven Solberg will officiate, with 
burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Military graveside services will be accorded 
by American Legion Drews-Bleser Post 88 of Manitowoc.
Relatives and friends may call at the church on Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of 
service at 11 a.m.
In addition to other expressions of sympathy, memorials to First Lutheran Church, 
the Lakeshore Humane Society or the donor's choice would be appreciated.
The Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the Keune family.
Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 2, 2008


WILLIAM KEYS

SAN. PATIENT LOSES BRAVE FIGHT TO LIVE
William Keys, 1009 South Ninth street, succumbed to the ravages of tuberculosis 
at Maple Crest sanatarium Sunday evening after having made a brave battle to 
regain his health. The funeral will be held Wednesday morning, with services at 
St. Boniface Catholic church and burial will be at Evergreen.
Mr. Keys was born at Lancaster, Ohio, March 10, 1880 and was forty-five years 
old. He came here to reside nine years ago and was married March 5, 1921 to Mrs. 
C. Saley who with four daughters and a son survives him, the daughters being 
children of Mrs. Saley by her former marriage. The children are Frances, Florence, 
Jean and Dorothy and William. Mr. Key's mother also survives him.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. October 26, 1925 P. 13
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[cause of death: pulmonary tuberculosis, buried 10/28/1925]


FRANK KHAEL

Frank Khail
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name	Frank Khail
Death Date	28 Oct 1903
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume 04
Page number 0248
Reel	051
Image	1468
Index Volume 02
Sequence Number	193911
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
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[Frank Khael/bur. 10-29-1903/age 10 mo./cause: consumption]


ANTON H. KHAIL

Anton H. Khail, 27, a sergeant in Company E. 127th Infantry, Wisconsin National 
Guard, died suddently this noon at the home on Waldo boulevard just west of the 
city.
Sergeant Khail had attended a company party at the exposition building Saturday 
night. Sunday he was taken ill with a cold which developed into pneumonia.
Funeral services are incomplete but will probably be held Saturday afternoon.
Mr. Khail, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Khail, Sr., was born in this city in 1912. 
He married Miss Vivian Wagner of this city in 1937. He has been a member of the 
militia company ten years, enlisting as a private and being promoted to corporal 
and then to sergeant. He was active in all company affairs. Until recently he had 
been employed at the Northern Wisconsin Produce company.
Survivors are the widow; son (Private), parents, three brothers, Frank, Jr., and 
Charles, of this city, Emil of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Clinton Marks, Mrs. 
Gilbert Mahloch, Mrs. Bohumil Karl, all of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 11, 1940 P.2
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Funeral services for AntonKhail, 27, who died suddently yesterday at the home 
on Waldo boulevard, will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. A.C. Fischer of the First Reformed church 
officiating.
It will be a military funeral with six sergeants of Company E, 127th Infantry, 
Wisconsin National guard, acting as pallbearers. Sergeant Khail was a member of 
the Wisconsin National Guard rifle squad that competed at Milwaukee in February 
and he placed second in individual scoring. He was also a member of the junior 
C.Z.B.J.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the hour of services tomorrow.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, April 12, 1940 P.5
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Anton H. Khail, 27, a sergeant of Co. E, 127th Inf., W.N.G., died suddenly last 
Thursday noon at the family home on Waldo boulevard, just west of the city 
limits, from an attack of pneumonia. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon 
with full military honors accorded. Survivors are the widow, who was Vivian Wagner 
before her marriage, a son, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Khail, Sr., three 
brothers and three sisters.
Manitowoc Sun Messenger, Friday, April 19, 1940 P.7
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[d. 04-11-1940/age 27 yrs./cause: lobar pneumonia/bur. on Frank Khail lot]


DANIEL V. KHAIL

Daniel Khail, 19, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Khail of 981 North 11th street, 
city, died Sunday night in the St. Theresa hospital at Waukegan, Ill., of 
injuries received in an automobile accident near Waukegan last Thursday.
Khail, a private in Company D, 2nd infantry, of the United States regular 
army, was stationed at Fort Sheridan, Ill., where he enlisted last October.
Funeral arrangements have not been completed. Services will be held here. 
It was the second death as result of the accident. Khail and two fellow 
soldiers were riding in a taxicab when the driver missed a stop sign in the 
fog and collided with a produce truck loaded with six tons of tomatoes. 
Private Jesse Weathers, 19, of Sylacauga, Ala., was instantly killed. 
Mr. Khail is survived by his parents; brother, Melvin, city; and two sisters, 
Mrs. Victor Circk and Eleanor, both of this city.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 7, 1940   P. 2
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A full military funeral will be accorded Daniel Khail, 19, of this city, son 
of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Khail, who died in a Waukegan, Ill., hospital yesterday 
of injuries sustained last Thursday in an automobile accident. Services will 
be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, 
the Rev. V. T. Nearhoof officiating. Company E, 127th Infantry, Wisconsin 
National guard will attend. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
There was a military funeral for the soldier, a member of a company at Fort 
Sheridan, at the military post before the body was brought here this afternoon. 
It may be viewed at the funeral home. 
Survivors are the parents, brother, two sisters, and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. 
Frank Zahorik, all of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 8, 1940  P. 2
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Dan Khail, a former student of the Vocational school, was killed in an auto 
accident at Waukegan, Illinois recently…He attended the Vocational school in 
1938-1939. 
Manitowoc Ship, October 28, 1940  P. 2
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Soldier Dies After Crash. Private Daniel V. Khail, 19, of Manitowoc, Wis., 
a member of Company D of the 2d Infantry at Fort Sheridan, died last night 
in St. Therese's hospital in Waukegan of injuries incurred Thursday when a 
taxi cab in which he was riding with two other soldiers was struck by a 
truck at Wadsworth avenue and Green Bay road, 10 miles north of Waukegan. 
The truck was driven by Charles M. Frueh of Racine, Wis. 
Chicago Tribune, October 07, 1940
*********
[d. at Waukegan, IL/cause: fracture of cervical vertebra sustained in auto
accident/bur. on Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Khail lot]
(a tombstone photo that was contributed by researcher-see contributors page- was
replaced by a newer photo)


EMIL H. KHAIL

Emil H. Khail, 87, formerly of 1021 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday 
morning, March 21, at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and 
Reinbold Funeral Home and 11 a.m. at Holy Innocents Cathclic (sic) Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will officiate at the Mass of Christian 
Burial and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Khail was born April 7, 1897, at Netolice, Czechoslavakia, son of the late 
Wenzel and Veronica Stuksova Khail. He immigrated to the United States in 1912, 
settling in the Chicago area for a time and then to Merrill, Wis., where he 
operated a dairy farm. He married Mary Fritula, Dec. 9, 1942, at Merrill, Wis., 
and they moved to Manitowoc in 1946. Mr. Khail was employed with the City of 
Manitowoc Cemetery and Parks Department from 1947 until his retirement in 1962. 
His wife, Mary, preceded him in death Aug. 2, 1972. Emil enjoyed his vegetable 
garden and flowers.
Survivors include nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death 
by four sisters and three brothers.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, after 9 a.m. Monday until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, March 22, 1985 P. 3
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[widower of Mary M. Khail]


FRANCES KHAIL

Mrs. Frank Khail Sr., 83, former Manitowoc resident, died Saturday afternoon 
at the home of a daughter at Gulfport, Miss. She had been ill nine months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Mittnacht Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. Mr. Frank Cerny will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Frances Barta was born April 1, 1873 at Prague, Czechoslovakia, 
where she was married in 1896. The couple came to the United States in 1904, 
living for a time at Cleveland, Ohio, before coming to Manitowoc and settling 
on a farm in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids. The couple operated the farm until 
retirement in 1932, moving to Manitowoc and in 1946 establishing residence at 
Gulfport.
Surviving her are the husband of Gulfport; three daughters, Mrs. Clinton Marks 
of Manitowoc, Mrs. Gilbert Mahloch of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Bohumil Karl 
of Gulfport; two sons, Emil of Gulfport and Charles of Two Rivers; 21 grand-
children and 15 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 10, 1956 P.17
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[d. at Gulfport MS/bur. on Frank Khail lot]


FRANK KHAIL    (d. 1958)

Frank Khail Sr., 85, former Manitowoc resident, died early Saturday morning at 
Gulfport, Miss., where he had been residing with a daughter, Mrs. Bodumil Karl. 
He had been ill a short time.
Mr. Khail was born Feb. 8, 1873, at Prague, Czechoslovakia. He married Frances 
Barta in 1894 and in 1904 the couple came to the United States, living for a 
time at Cleveland, Ohio, before coming to Manitowoc County and settling on a farm 
in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids. The couple farmed until 1932, retiring and moving 
to Manitowoc. The couple moved to Gulfport (rest of sentence unreadable). Mrs. 
Khail died in 1956.
Surviving are two sons, Emil of Gulfport and Charles of Two Rivers; three daughters, 
Mrs. Clinton Marks of Manitowoc, Mrs. Gilbert Mahlock of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, and Mrs. 
Karl; 21 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.
The body will be brought to Manitowoc and Mittnacht Funeral Home will announce 
Funeral services later.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, August 16, 1958 P.9
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[d. 08-16-1958/age 88 yrs./at Gulfport MS]
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(The following is his daughter's obituary)
Ann Khail Karl, 74, of North Port, Florida, died Wednesday, Oct. 9, 1985 at 
Fawcett Memorial Hospital, Port Charlotte, Fla. Mrs. Karl was born May 6, 1911 
in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Frank and Frances Barta Khail. 
She married Bohumil Karl in November of 1931 at Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
Survivors include a sister and a brother-in-law, Pauline and Gilbert Mahloch 
of Manitowoc, Wisconsin; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Bill and Ethel Khail 
of Minnesota, Emil and Anita Khail of Gulf Port, Mississippi and Charles and 
Mildred Khail of Two Rivers, Wisconsin and nieces and nephews also survived.
She was preceded in death by four brothers and a sister. Mrs. Karl's body was 
cremated.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, Oct. 10, 1985 page 3
********
Inadvertently omitted from the list of survivors in the obituary for Ann Khail 
Karl was her husband, Bohumil.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, Oct. 11, 1985


FRANK W. KHAIL (d. 1960)

Frank W. Khail, 68, of 931 N. 11th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Gervase J. Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Khail was born in Austria Feb. 5, 1892, son of the late Wencil and Veronica 
Stuksa Khail. He was educated in Austrian and Czechoslovakian schools and came to 
the United States with his parents when 19, settling in Manitowoc. He was a 
bricklayer and mason. During World War II he was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding 
Inc., and until 1940 was active in local music orchestras.
He was a member of Boilermakers Local 443 and ZCBJ Lodge 115. He married Ottilia 
Zahorik in 1916.
Surviving are his wife, a son, Melvin of Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. Victor 
Chizek of Manitowoc and Mrs. Norman Gerfen of Chicago; a brother Emil of Manitowoc; 
two sisters, Mrs. James Boursek of Chicago and Mrs. Joseph Havlichek of Manitowoc; 
and three grandchildren. A son, Daniel, died while in service in World War II.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 8, 1960 P. 3
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[d. 03-08-1960/age 68 yrs.]
(a tombstone photo that was contributed by researcher-see contributors page- was
replaced by a newer photo)


JOSEF KHAIL  (d. 1917)

COASTING ACCIDENT FATAL TO ONE, 
WHEN BOB COLLIDES WITH HEAVY WAGON ON 10 ST.
Joseph Khail, 17, Dies from Injuries and Malcolm Jentgen is in 
Hospital with Broken Ankle. Eight Others on Sleigh Escape with 
Minor Injuries, One Saved by Jumping from Sleigh
INQUEST TO BE HELD MONDAY; KHAIL FUNERAL WILL TAKE PLACE SUNDAY
Joseph Khail, 17, was killed, Malcolm Jentgen, 17, was seriously injured 
and several other members of a coasting party on Tenth street suffered 
minor injuries last night when their bob collided with the rear end of 
the Clark Oil company’s tank wagon at Tenth and York streets. 
The accident, the first of its kind here in a number of years, happened 
shortly after 10 o’clock when Khail, whose bob was loaded with coasters 
failed to see the Clark wagon coming from the oil sheds in the Soo yards 
and struck the rear end of the wagon as it crossed York street ahead of 
the bob. The coasters were thrown several feet by the collision and the 
rear end the heavy wagon was forced out of the track. 
Khail Owned Bob. 
Khail, who is a son of Frank Khail, Huron street, was in the steering 
seat of the bob and was rendered unconscious by the injuries he sustained 
while Jentgen, who occupied a place next to Khail had his ankle broken 
and his leg badly wrenched when he was thrown from his seat. 
Saved Self By Jumping. 
“Bud” Warren, who was seated on the bob in front of Khail, saved his life 
by jumping when it is said he saw the wagon crossing the road, shouting 
the danger as he leaped to the roadway. It was too late for Khail to save 
the coasters, however, and the bob struck the rear of the wagon with a 
crash that was heard for a block. Julius Weina, night watchman at the Soo, 
witnessed the accident. 
Only Two Injured. 
There were ten persons on the bob, which was owned by Khail, but with 
exception of the driver and Jentgen, all escaped injury. Miss Carrie Meyer, 
employed at the C.G. Stangel home, was stunned by the shock and found her 
foot injured and her face scratched, but she was not seriously hurt and was 
able to leave the scene to return home. Miss Schwartz, another of the girls 
on the bob, had her foot injured but not seriously. 
Rush Injured to Hospital. 
The ambulance was called and Khail and Jentgen were removed to the hospital 
where examination showed that Khail had sustained internal injuries that 
caused death at 3 o’clock this morning. The only external injury suffered 
by Khail was to his knee, the cap of which was splintered and cut and there 
was a bruise on the leg. The Jentgen boy sustained a fracture of the leg 
and was badly bruised about the legs, but it is said by physicians, will 
recover and will not be crippled. Jentgen is a son of John Jentgen and a 
student at school. 
Going at High Speed. 
The bob, according to a statement of Miss Meyer, one of the passengers on it, 
was going at a high speed at the time it collided with the wagon which was in 
charge of George Clark who was making a belated delivery of oil. The coasters 
start from St. Clair street and with course iced, the sleigh at times is said 
to have attained a speed of ?? miles an hour, though at the point where the 
accident happened, near the foot of the incline, the speed is reduced. It was 
estimated today that the speed of the bob was probably 15 to 20 miles. 
Didn’t See Wagon. 
Although there is a clear view of the Soo yards after leaving Buffalo street 
and the Clark wagon would have been easily seen it is presumed that Khail, 
intent on steering, did not notice the wagon as it emerged from the railyards 
where the Clark tanks are located and did not become aware of the danger of 
the party until too late to avoid the collision. The course is banked by snow 
and even had Khail attempted to turn out the bob would probably have been 
capsized endangering its occupants. 
Inquest to Be Held. 
Following the death of Khail at the hospital the body was removed to the 
undertaking rooms at Urbanek and Wattawa. A coroner’s jury was summoned by 
District Attorney Brady and Coroner Falge for an inquest and the jury viewed 
the body and the scene of the accident and then adjourned until 2 o’clock 
Monday afternoon. The jury is Jay Hall, Arthur Reichert, Ed. Brey, Martin 
Georgenson, Theo. Anderson and Robert Oln. 
Funeral Held Sunday. 
The funeral of Khail, who was employed at the Seating company plant, will be 
held Sunday afternoon from the late home at the foot of Huron street. The 
dead boy was the second son of Frank Khail and is brother to Frank Khail Jr., 
who is with Co. H at Fort Sheridan waiting to muster out. A message was sent 
to Capt. Abel today asking that the soldier boy be granted leave to be here 
for the funeral Sunday. Pall bearers at the funeral of Khail Sunday will be 
Frank Warren, Ralph Houghton, Frank Kolar, Aaron Kerscher, Raymond Napezinski 
and Goodwin Grun.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, February 16, 1917, Page 1
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INQUEST INTO KHAIL DEATH IS BEING HELD TODAY
Seven Witnesses Summoned to Testify Before the Coroner’s Jury
A coroner’s jury is in session today investigating the tragic death of 
Jos. Khail, unfortunate victim of a coasting accident on Tenth street 
Thursday night, Coroner Falge and District Attorney Brady conducting the 
inquiry. Seven witnesses have been called including H. Larsen, driver of 
the Clark wagon with which the Khail bob collided, George Clark who was 
in charge of a second team at the warehouse, Julius Weina, W. Tadych, who 
witnessed the accident and others. Several members of the coasting party 
on the Khail bob have also been summoned.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, February 19, 1917, Page 1
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CORONER’S JURY VERDICT IN. KHAIL DEATH, SAYS ACCIDENT; 
RUMOR CITY MAY FACE SUIT
H. Larsen, Driver of Oil Wagon, Says He Stopped Team but Failed 
to See Bob Until on Street and Then Made Effort to Clear Crossing. 
Ten Witnesses Testify at Inquest
Accidental death, due to collision of his bob with the Clark oil wagon 
was the finding at the coroner’s jury in the inquest on the death of 
Joseph Khail, killed while coasting on Tenth street yesterday. The jury 
was out about one half hour. The verdict ? not wholly satisfactory. Ten 
witnesses were called, H. Larsen, driver of the Clark wagon being the 
most important. 
Larsen said that he had stopped his team before reaching the road but 
had not noted the approach of the bob, that he was driving up grade and 
was busy with his team when he reached the road and the bob neared and 
had whipped up his horses in an effort to clear the crossing but failed. 
Larsen denied emphatically that he had made any statement that he “did 
not care who was hurt.” 
Testimony established that the bob was speeding from 15 to 20 miles an 
hour when the collision occurred. F. Warren, who leaped from the sleigh 
and escaped death, said that he saw the team at a distance of thirty 
feet and took his chances by jumping. 
Witnesses said that the collision might have been avoided by Khail had 
he turned his bob to the left but there was no chance to get off the 
course to the right as the snow was banked too high. 
Other witnesses included John Tadych, who helped pick Khail up. Tadych 
having been in charge of another bob, Julius Weina, Geo. Tessler, George 
Clark and Dr. Gleason. An interesting issue may grow out of the Khail 
death it being reported today that Frank Khail, father of the dead youth, 
will institute action to hold the city on the grounds of neglect. It is 
said the fact the city did not prohibit coasting and took no steps to 
protect the street, may constitute grounds for action. 
The jurors were Theo Anderson, Arthur Reichert, Jay Hall, Martin Georgenson, 
Ed. Brey and Robert Olm.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, February 20, 1917, Page 1
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[Joseph Khail/bur. 02-18-1917/age 17 yrs/cause: franmatism internal 
hemorrhage/bur. on Frank Khail lot]


JOSEPH KHAIL    (d. 1941)

Joseph Khail, 51, veteran who served with an American infantry regiment band 
in Siberia during the last World War, died yesterday in a hospital at Merrill, 
Wis. He had been in failing health with a blood disease for seven years.
Mr. Khail will be accorded a military funeral here Saturday afternoon by the 
Drews post of the American Legion. The services will take place at 1 o'clock 
from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. C.H. Phipps 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
He was born in Bohemia in 1889 and came to Manitowoc in 1909. He enlisted in 
the regular army and became a musician with the rank of corporal in the 27th 
infantry band. The band was stationed in the Philippines when the United States 
entered the World War and was assigned to patrol duty in Siberia.
There he met Mary Pritula and they were married. After the war they returned 
to Manitowoc where he was employed, until taken ill, at the shipyards. A few 
years ago he moved to Merrill.
Survivors are the widow; two step-daughters in Siberia; three brothers, Wenzel 
of Fond du Lac, Frank of this city, Emil of Merrill; three sisters, Mrs. Mary 
Heran of Branch, Mrs. James Berousek of Chicago, Mrs. Joseph Havlicek, of this 
city; and two grandchildren.
The body will arrive here shortly after noon Saturday from Merrill and may be 
viewed at the funeral home, before the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, October 17, 1941 P.2
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[d. at Merrill Lincoln co. WI]


MARY M. KHAIL

Mrs. Emil Khail, 81, of 1082 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Khail, nee Mary Fritula, was born Aug. 29, 1891, in Russia, daughter of
the late Ivan and Fedora Lachman Fritula. She came to the United States in 
May 1920. She was married to Emil Khail in 1940, at Merrill. The couple located 
in Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband and two daughters, Helen and Anna Tereschuk, of 
Russia.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday and Friday 
until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. August 2, 1972
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[d. 08-02-1972/age 80 yrs/wife of Emil Khail]
(b. 29 Aug. 1891/d. Aug. 1972/SSDI)


OTTILIA KHAIL

Mrs. Ottilia C Khail, 86, of Family Heritage Nursing Home formerly of 
931 N. 11th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning, May 30, at Memorial Hospital,
Manitowoc, after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc.
The Rev. John Deason will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Khail was born October 22, 1893 at Sheboygan, daughter of the late 
Frank and Anna Skubal Zahorik. She was married to Frank Khail, April 16, 1916 
at Green Bay, Wis. Mrs. Khail was a member of Western Bohemian Lode of Manitowoc.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Melvin and Alice Khail of Manitowoc; 
two daughters and a son-in-law, Grace and Victor Chizek of Manitowoc and Eleanor; 
three grandchildren. Her husband, Frank, a son, Daniel, and two brothers preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 a.m. until 
the hour of service.
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Survivors of the late Ottilia C. Khail included a daughter, Mrs. Eleanor M. 
Zeimet and a great grandchild, who were inadvertently omitted from the 
information given the Herald Times Reporter for the May 31 obituary.
Herald Times Reporter, June 4, 1980 P.3
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[widow of Frank W. Khail]
(a tombstone photo that was contributed by researcher-see contributors page- was
replaced by a newer photo)


PAUL G. KHAIL

PAUL G. KHAIL DIES, HOSPITAL
Natinal Guardsman Will Be Buried On Saturday
Paul George Khail, 18, of west Michigan avenue, died at the Holy Family hospital 
at 5 p.m. Tuesday following an operation. A military funeral will be held from 
the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home at 3 p.m. Saturday. Burial will take 
place at the Evergreen cemetery.
The deceased was born March 10, 1915, in Manitowoc. He attended school in this 
city and for the past few years had been aiding his father on a farm west of the 
city. He was a member of the local national guard.
The deceased is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Khail, three sisters, 
Mrs. Clinton Marks, Mrs. Gilbert Mahlock, and Mrs. Bohumil Karl, all of this city; 
and four brothers, Frank, Emil, Anton and Charles, all at home.
The remains may be viewed at the funeral home tomorrow afer 5 p.m. and from then to 
the time of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 28, 1933 P.3
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[Paul George/bur. 07-01-1933/age 18 yrs/cause: general peritonitis]


VERONIKA KHAIL

MRS. KHAIL, 72, DIES AT HOME 
Former Resident of City To Be Buried Wednesday 
Mrs. Wenzel Khail, 72, a former resident of this city, died Sunday at the home 
on a farm near Merrill, Wis. The body is to be brought to the home of a daughter, 
Mrs. Joseph Havlicek, 844 North 19th street in this city from where services 
will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. Interment will be at Evergreen cemetery.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Veronica (sic) Stuksova, was born in Czecho-
Slovakia in 1862 and was married there to Wenzel Khail. They emigrated to America 
in 1912 and located in this city. Four years later they moved to a farm near 
Merrill. Mr. Khail died in 1929. 
Survivors are four sons, Joseph and Frank, city, Wenzel Jr., Fond du Lac and Emil, 
Merrill; and three daughters, Mrs. Havlicek, city, Mrs. Marie Heran, Reifs Mills 
and Mrs. Anna Freeman, Merrill.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 21, 1935  P. 14
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Funeral services for Mrs. Wenzel Khail were held this afternoon from the home of 
a daughter, Mrs. Joseph Havlichek at 844 North 19th street. The name of one 
daughter, Mrs. James Berousek of Chicago was omitted from the list of survivors 
mentioned in the paper Tuesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 22, 1935  P. 2
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[Veronica/bur. 05-22-1935/d. at Merrill, WI/cause: myocarditis]


VACLAV KHAIL

Wenzel Khail
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Wenzel Khail
Death Date	25 Feb 1930
Death County  Lincoln, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
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[Wenzel Khail/d. 2/25/1930 at Merrill, WI/
removed from Merrill and bur. at Evergreen 5/14/1936] 


WENZEL KHAIL   (d. 1950)

Wenzel Khail, 62, of Manitowoc, died Monday morning in a Fond du Lac hospital 
after an illness of two months.
Mr. Khail was born in 1882 (sic) in Bohemia and came to Manitowoc when 21 years 
of age. A meat cutter and butcher by trade, he never married.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20, at the Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home, Manitowoc, Dr. C.H. Phipps officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc.
He is survived by two brothers, Frank and Emil, both of Manitowoc; and three 
sisters, Mrs. Joseph Havlichek of Manitowoc, Mrs. Mary Heran of Reifs Mills, 
Wis., and Mrs. James Berochek of Chicago.
Friends may call at the funeral home from Tuesday noon until the time of 
services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 18, 1950 P.2
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[d. 12-18-1950 at Fond du Lac, WI/age 63 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Joseph Khail lot]