WILHELMINA KLUCINSKE

Former Manitowoc Resident Dead at Daughter's Home at Oshkosh
Mrs. Minnie Klucinske, widow of Gustave A. Klucinske, who passed away 
22 years ago and who, for the past fourteen years has been making her 
home with a daughter at Oshkosh, passed away there yesterday following 
an attack of pneumonia. 
The deceased was 71 years of age and previous to her removal to Oshkosh 
made this city her home. Two sons, George of Oshkosh and Benjamin of 
Chicago, two daughters, Mrs. George Johnson of Beloit and Mrs. Albert 
Cartwright of Oshkosh, with whom the deceased made her home and one 
sister, Mrs. Gustave Schwartz of this city, survive. Burial will take 
place here on Wednesday afternoon, at two o'clock from the Schwartz 
home 708 Chicago street. Interment will be at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, January 24, 1928, Page 2
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George Klucinske, who formerly was a resident here, now proprietor of 
a restaurant at Oshkosh, is here today, bringing the body of his mother, 
who died there, to the city for burial. George a number of years ago 
was a bell hop at the Williams House, then became night clerk, moved to 
Sheboygan to operate the Dalton Lunch there and for the past few years 
has been the owner of a large restaurant at Oshkosh.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, January 25, 1928, Page 3
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[Minnie Klucinske/bur. 1-25-1928/died at Oshkosh, WI/bur. on Wilhelmina
Klucinske lot]
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(Note: I cannot find the burial place for Gustav, so I put him here
with his wife.:
Gustav ... Kluczinske
birth: 14 April 1861 Schulitz, West Preussen
death: 21 June 1904 Centerville, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Centerville
residence: 1904 Centerville
father: Heinrich Wilhelm Kluczinske
mother: Henricke Witteberg
spouse: Wilhelmine Stradtmann
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


ALEX KLUCK

ALEX KLUCK, 53, DIES TODAY AT THE HOSPITAL 
Alex Kluck, 53, a resident of Manitowoc for the past twelve years and who up 
to the time of his illness was employed at the Hotel Manitowoc, passed away this 
morning at the hospital. He had been ill but a short time. Funeral services will 
be held Thursday morning at 9 o'clock from the St. Boniface church.
The deceased was born at Portage in 1876 and was married there thirty-three years 
ago to Miss Anna Streich, who survives him together with two daughters, Mrs. 
Arthur Mertens of Two Rivers and Lorraine at home and one son, Richard, also of 
this city. A sister, Mrs. Frances Konopacky of Ashland, Wis., and a brother, John 
Kluck of Stevens Point, also survive.
The family moved to Ashland from Portage and came to this city from Northern 
Wisconsin twelve years ago.
Manitowoc Herald News, August 20, 1929 
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[Alexander/bur. 22 Aug. 1929/age 53 yrs./cause: carcinoma of neck]

CHARLES F. KLUCK

Charles F. Kluck, age 72, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Monday, November 8, 2021 at his residence.
Charles was born on December 28, 1948 in Manitowoc to the late Richard and Julitta (Schbalander) Kluck. He had previously worked at Holiday House in Manitowoc. Charles enjoyed spending his time participating the Special Olympics and attending Camp Sinawa. He was a huge Green Bay Packer fan and watched every game. Above all, he enjoyed the time with his family and everyone at Vista Care on Cappaert Road.
Survivors include Charles' sister, Kathleen (Leon) Reno; a brother; all of his close friends at Vista Care that became his family over many years; also other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Julitta Kluck; two brothers, Daniel and Alex Kluck; and two sisters, Mary Ann Wood and Jean Kavina.
Funeral services will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. Deacon Alan Boeldt will officiate with burial to take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. A visitation will be held at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Tuesday from 4:30 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 5:30 p.m. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc is assisting with funeral arrangements.
https://www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com/obituary/charles-kluck

JULITTA KLUCK

Julitta Bertha Schwabenleander
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Records, 1812-1921
Name	Julitta Bertha Schwabenleander
Birth Date	25 Jan 1920
Birth County  Calumet, Wisconsin, USA
Mother Residence County	Calumet
"Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Records, 1812-1921"
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Julitta Schwabenlender
Marriage • Wisconsin, U.S., Marriage Records, 1820-2004
Name	Julitta Schwabenlender
Maiden Name  Schwabenlender
Gender  Female
Marriage Date  29 Aug 1944
Marriage County	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Spouse  D. Richard Kluck
"Wisconsin, U.S., Marriage Records, 1820-2004"
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Julitta Bertha Schwabenlender
Death • U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007
Name	Julitta Bertha Schwabenlender
[Julitta Bertha Kluck]
[Julitta Kluck]
[Julitta Bertha Schwabenlend]
Gender  Female
Race	White
Birth Date	25 Jan 1920
Birth Place	St John Calu, Wisconsin
[Hilbert Calu??, Wisconsin]
Death Date	Nov 1990
Father  Bernard Schwabenlend
Mother  Johanna Boehme
SSN	396149286
Notes	Aug 1941: Name listed as JULITTA BERTHA SCHWABENLENDER; 
Jan 1956: Name listed as JULITTA BERTHA KLUCK; 
04 Jun 1993: Name listed as JULITTA B KLUCK
"U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007"
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Julitta Bertha Kluck
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1959-1997
Name	Julitta Bertha Kluck
Death Date	27 Nov 1990
Location	Manitowoc
Certificate	031307
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1959-1997"
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[widow of Richard Kluck] 


LORRAINE KLUCK

Lorraine Kluck, 24, died last night as she was preparing to leave Holy Family 
hospital for her home at Two Rivers to recuperate an appendectomy. 
Her death occurred at 7 p.m. and was attributed to a blood clot, She was in 
high spirits as her sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur (Duke) 
Mertens, Two Rivers, came to take her home. Shortly after getting into the car 
she was stricken and was taken back into the hospital where she died.
Miss Kluck was a resident of Two Rivers for the past four years and was active 
in girl's athletic events. She was one of the best known woman bowlers in that 
city.
Funeral services will be held at Two Rivers Monday morning at 8:30 o'clock from 
the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home and at 8:45 o'clock from the St. Luke's 
Catholic church, with the Very Rev. dean C. V. Hugo officiating. Interment will 
be in Evergreen cemetery in Manitowoc. 
Born at Ashland Aug. 25, 1916, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alex Kluck, 
Lorraine lived at Ashland until the family moved to Manitowoc in 1920. She moved 
to this city four years ago after the death of her mother. She was employed as a 
switchboard operator at Plant 2 of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company in 
Manitowoc.
Survivors are one sister, Mrs. Arthur Mertens of Two Rivers; brother, Richard of 
Sheboygan; a step-brother, Dr. Leon Sobush of Manitowoc; one step-sister, Miss 
Lucille Sobush of Manitowoc; her stepfather, A. D. Sobush of Manitowoc. 
The body was taken to the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home at Two Rivers 
where it may be viewed until the time of the funeral. The rosary will be said 
at the funeral home at 7:30 o'clock Sunday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 1, 1941  P. 3
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[d. 2-28-1941/age 24 yrs.]


RICHARD KLUCK

Richard D. Kluck, 57, of 3616 Rasher St., Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a brief illness.
Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday at Leschke-Bergner Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and at 10:15 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. 
John Landowski officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Kluck was born July 9, 1906, at Ashland, son of the late Alex and Anna Stroick 
Kluck. He married the former Julitta Schwanbenlenber Aug. 29, 1944, at Two Rivers. 
He was a Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., employe for many years. He was a member of 
the electricians' union local.
Surviving are his wife; four sons, Gerald, Alex, Charles and Daniel, at home; 
three daughters, Mary Ann, Jean Marie and Kathleen, at home; his stepfather, 
Andrew Sobush, of Manitowoc; a step-brother, Dr. Leon Sobush, of Manitowoc; and 
a step-sister, Mrs. E. R. Brooks, of California . 
Friends may call after 2 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home where the Rosary will 
be recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 15, 1964   P. 7 
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(09 Jul 1906/Jun 1964/SSDI)


BENJAMIN KLUCZINSKE

Benjamin Kluczinske, 69, formerly of Manitowoc, died late Wednesday evening at 
Wood Veterans Hospital, Milwaukee, where he had been a patient 12 years. He had 
been under treatment there periodically since World War I. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Harvey Rakow of First Baptist Church, Manitowoc, officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Luuczinske was born Oct. 5, 1892 at Manitowoc, son of the late Gustave and 
Wilhelminia Strattman Kluczinske. He enlisted in the Army in 1918 during World 
War I and served with the 263rd Company of Military Police. He was discharged 
as a private first class from Camp Grant, Ill.
Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. George Johnson of Beloit, Rock County, and 
Mrs. Albert Cartwright of Oshkosh, and nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call after 5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home until the time of 
service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 4, 1961  P. 23
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[d. Wood WI/bur. on Mrs. Wilhelmine Klucinske lot]


CLARA KLUCZINSKE

PASSES AWAY SUNDAY NIGHT 
Services For Mrs. Kluczinske To Be Held On Wednesday 
Mrs. Clara Kluczinske, 47, 721 North Water street, died Sunday evening. She had 
been ill for several months.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Shimek and Schwartz 
funeral home. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Born in Manitowoc
Mrs. Kluczinske, whose maiden name was Clara Krahn, was born in this city in 1889 
and was married to Leo Kluczinske in 1909. Mr. Kluczinske died seven years ago.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. E. G. Teske, Dolly and Muriel Mae, all of this 
city; a son, Ruhl, city; two sisters, Mrs. Grover Tinder, Milwaukee, and Mrs. V.R. 
Nicholson, city. 
The body may be viewed at the Shimek and Schwartz funeral home tomorrow and Wednesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 7, 1936 P. 2
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[Clara Elizabeth/bur. 12-9-1936/age 46 yrs/cause: carcinomatosis]


ELIZABETH KLUCZINSKE    (d. 1946)

Mrs. Elizabeth Kluczinske, 64 of 1227 South Tenth street, died this morning at 
the Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Pfeffer funeral home 
the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Born Elizabeth Boeckmann in this city in 1882 the deceased always resided here. 
Survivors are four daughters, Wanda and Isabel, Mrs. Lester Rosinsky and Mrs. 
Fred Grapentine, all of this city; three sons, Walter and Reuben of this city, 
Max of Green Bay; three brothers, Carl, John and Alfred of this city; two 
sisters, Ella and Evelyn Boeckmann of his city; and six grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Sunday at 10 a.m. until the hour 
of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 19, 1946 P. 2
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[age 64 yrs./bur. on Walter Kluczinske lot]
(No individual marker for Elizabeth Kluczinske found. Photo shows burial lot 
and empty space next to Karl Kluczinske)


GLADYS KLUCZINSKE

Miss Gladys P. Kluczinske, 65, of 917 S. 20th St., Manitowoc, died Friday at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Dale O. Tutje will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Miss Kluczinske was born Nov. 12, 1911, in Manitowoc county, daughter of the 
late William and Bertha Kreie Kluczinske.
Survivors include a brother, Rehnold, of Rhinelander and a sister, Anita Giffey, 
of Manitowoc and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday until 
the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 10, 1976 P. 3
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[bur. on Bertha Kluczinske lot]


HEINRICH KLUCZINSKE

Henry Kluzinsky aged 22, died at an early hour this morning at the
home of his mother on South Fifteenth street the cause of his demise
being heart failure. He is survived by his mother two sisters and two
brothers. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, November 22, 1906  p.3
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From Der Nord Westen, 29 Nov. 1906:
Death Thursday morning last week following a long illness of 22-year 
old Henry Kluzinsky. He leaves his mother, 2 sisters and 2 brothers.
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[Henry Klucinske/bur. 11-22-1906/age 21 yrs./cause: heart failure](Note: 
on the co. death index his name is Henry KLUZUNSKI  d. Nov. 22, 1906)

HOWARD L. KLUCZINSKE

Howard L. Kluczinske, age 78 of Two Rivers, passed away at his residence on Thursday, May 25, 2023.
Howard was born in Manitowoc on April 25, 1945 to Ruhl and Ruth (Underberg) Kluczinske. He was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, then served with the U.S. Navy Seabees from 1966 to 1968. Howard was employed for many years with the Manitowoc Company; he also worked for KI of Manitowoc, and retired from VanderVart of Sheboygan. He married the former Pamela L. (Peshek) on April 24, 1988 in Las Vegas, NV. Pam preceded him in death April 10, 2022. Howard enjoyed hunting and fishing; and loved to golf. He was a member of the Wisconsin Amputee Golf Traveling Tourney Team for many years.
Survivors include his three children: Christine (Billy) Smith of Warsaw, Indiana, Kevin Kluczinske of Fort Wayne, IN, and Curt Kluczinske of Marcellus, NY; two step-children, Kristy Suing of Sturgeon Bay, Becky Cote of Charlotte, NC; along with five grandchildren: Kait (Justin) Evans, Matthew Smith, Sam Suing, Elizabeth Suing, Nick Cote; and one great-grandchild, Heaven. Howard was preceded in death by his parents, Ruhl and Ruth Kluczinske; his wife, Pamela; and one brother, Billy.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 26, 2023 at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th Street, Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends at the funeral home on Monday, from 9:30 until 11:00 a.m.
Military graveside rites will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc by members of the American Legion Post #165 and VFW Post #1248 of Two Rivers.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.dejamartin.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to the WI Amputee Golf Assoc: P.O. Box 28441 Green Bay, WI 54324-8441.
https://www.dejamartin.com/obituary/howard-kluczinske

KARL J. KLUCZINSKE

Carl (sic) J. Kluczinske, 70, of 1422 South 15th St., Manitowoc, stricken with 
a heart attack Saturday morning in a downtown restaurant, died a short time 
later at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Kluczinske was born in Germany in 1882 and when a boy came to Manitowoc with 
his parents. In 1910 he married Miss Elizabeth N. Boeckmann. She died in 1945. 
He took employment at the Aluminum Goods Company in 1915, retiring five years 
ago.
Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. Lester Rosinsky, Mrs. Fred Grapentine, Wanda 
and Isabel, all of Manitowoc; three sons, Walter and Reuben of Manitowoc, Max of 
Green Bay; and 12 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 1, 1952  P. 2
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[d. 11-01-1952/age 70/bur. on Walter Kluczinske lot]


LEO KLUCZINSKE

SUICIDE TRY FAILS AS MAN BECOMES ILL
Leo Kluczinske Not Yet Out of Danger After Taking Quantity of Paris Green 
Not yet out of danger but resting more easily than at any time during the 
past 24 hours, Leo Kluczinske, would-be suicide who resides at 721 North 
Sixth street, was under the care of a physician at the Holy Family hospital 
here today. 
The man attempted to take his own life yesterday afternoon by swallowing a 
quantity of paris green.
Admits Taking Poison 
Members of his family noticed that he was becoming violently ill shortly 
before 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon and immediately summoned a physician 
but Kluczinske asked that nothing be done for him as he wanted to die. He 
admitted taking the poison and because he was nauseated and was relieved of 
some of the poison. It is believed that there is a chance that he will escape 
the death he sought. The man is said to have experienced a restless, troubled 
night but was reported somewhat improved today.
Kluczinske is married and has a family and has been employed as an upholsterer 
in the city.
Manitowoc Herald News, December 12, 1929   P. 1
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And Christmas Just Around the Corner
LEO KLUCZINSKE, a suicide, is dead. 
A story, which, stripped of its pathetic features, is just another item in the 
day's news. Just another one of a city's thousands to pass into the great 
hereafter "from which no traveler returneth."
Leo was only a day laborer. Aye, even so. But Leo was created in the image of 
his Maker, even as you and I.
What is there in the taking off of this unfortunate man that should make his 
passing the subject of this sketch?  We'll tell you.
Leo Kluczinske was born of poor parents. He passed through childhood and youth 
deprived of most of the pleasures of boyhood. While other boys played, he worked. 
While they studied to fit themselves for the fight of life, he helped to keep the 
family from want.
And on so down through the years of his youth. As an emigrant he came here. Learned 
a trade, that of upholsterer, and with somewhat better prospects in store, married. 
A family was born to the couple. But adversity came in its wake. He lost his job and 
illness stalked in the home. Forced to provide a livelihood for the family he went 
into business for himself, even though at times he was too ill to keep up. But the 
strife grew harder and harder and so came remorse. 
His was the experience of many another poor man, except that Leo never had any luck. 
Chance in Her blind ministrations never smiled on him. Stoically he bore up under 
the burden until one day with spirit broken and spent, thoughts of self-destruction 
came. He had fought a good fight but the odds were too great. What was the use? And 
Christmas just around the corner!. The things he fashioned with the skilled hands of 
an artisan brought in only a portion of the income necessary to keep the wolf from 
the door. And so he broke under the strain.
Who of us is there who will censure the act of suicide? He didn't better things for 
the family, it is true. But the despair that came when he saw the children deprived 
of food and warmth probably snapped the last cord of reasoning and he sought the 
easiest way out. 
The world owed him a living but it hadn't discharged its debt. Perhaps a belated 
obligation would find expression to give his family succor. As for him he was through. 
One cannot go on forever, beaten and cowed. 
And today they laid him to rest. A man still young in years, though suffering and 
deprivation had taken heavy toll of his strength to age him prematurely.
You say things like this cannot happen in a city known for its prosperity. It does 
happen. It has happened. And the pity of it is that we do not always know of the 
circumstances. Churches, relief societies, the charity-minded-all would be willing 
to assist. 
We picture the Kluczinske home. Mother and four children mourning. A sad and pathetic 
group though they are almost inured to suffering. Only it has come to them now in new 
and incomprehensible form.
If this picture of a tragic episode in the life of a busy city has awakened sympathy, 
if you have been waiting for a chance to do something for some one to exemplify the 
spirit of the season, the opportunity is herewith presented. 
The heritage of all children is Yule-tide happiness. And Christmas is just around 
the corner.
Manitowoc Herald News, December 16, 1929  P. 4
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Leo Kluczinske died at the hospital Friday night after a few days illness. Mr. 
Kluczinske had suffered from stomach trouble and a nervous condition for nearly 
two years. He had but recently given up his privately conducted business to work 
for the Dettmann Company and had been at work only five days when forced to give 
up.
Leo Kluczinske was 45 years of age, having been born in Germany and came to this 
country 21 years ago when a young man and located in this city. For years he was 
employed as an upholsterer at the plant of the American Seating Co., here and 
when that company moved the local plant to Grand Rapids, Mich., he remained behind 
to engage in the upholstering business at his home, 721 North Sixth St. He was 
married November 19, 1909 to Clara Krahn who survives him with four children, 
Gertrude, Ruhl, Dolly and Murial Mae...illegible .. sister in Germany also survive.
Funeral services were held from the home on North Sixth Street Monday afternoon 
with Rev. Phipps of the Presbyterian Church officiating. Burial was in Evergreen.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 19, 1929
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[bur. 16 Dec. 1929/age 45 yrs./cause: suicide, poison/
bur. on Clara and Leo Kluczinske lot]


ROLAND KLUCZINSKE

Roland Kluczinske, 21, of 1114 South 14th street, died this morning at the Holy 
Family hospital of blood poisoning. 
A week ago he suffered a scratch on his leg. Infection set in from which blood 
poisoning developed, causing his death.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the Pfeffer funeral home, 
the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Kluczinske was born in Manitowoc in 1918 and always resided here, making his 
home with his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Kluczinske. Survivors are the mother, three 
brothers, Walter and Reuben of this city, Max of Green Bay; four sisters, Wanda, 
Isabel, Mrs. Lester Rosinsky, and Mrs. Fred Grapentine, all of this city.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Sunday at 2 p.m. until the hour 
of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 2, 1939  P. 4
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[age 21 yrs./cause: streptococcic septicemia]


RUHL L. KLUCZINSKE

Ruhl L. Kluczinske, 57, of Rt. 1, Cato, died unexpectedly Tuesday 
afternoon at home.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m Friday at Redeemer Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. John Lutze will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Kluczinske was born Aug. 17, 1915, at Manitowoc, son of the late 
Leopold and Clara Krahn Kluczinske. He was employed at Invincible Metal 
Furniture Co. and later as superintendent of Northwestern Asbestos and 
Cork Insulation Co. He married Ruth Underberg Sept. 28, 1940, at Manitowoc, 
and the couple established residency in the city. Mr. Kluczinske was a 
veteran of World War II, serving as private first class in the 637th T.D. 
Battalion from Nov. 27, 1944, to Oct. 24, 1946. He was a member and past 
president of the Manitowoc Camera Round Table Club, member of Redeemer 
Lutheran Church, past chairman of the Manitowoc County Historical Society 
and member of the State Historical Society.
Survivors include his wife, a son (Survivor omitted for privacy.); two 
sisters, Mrs. Elmer Walters and Mrs. Ralph Struss, of Manitowoc; and two 
grandchildren. A son, William, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 
9 p.m. Thursday until noon Friday and then at the church until the time of 
service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 25, 1972
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[d. 10-24-1972/age 57 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Geo. G.Underberg lot]
(17 Aug 1915/Oct 1972/SSDI)


RUTH KLUCZINSKE

Ruth H. Kluczinske, age 91, of 1325 N. Eight St., Manitowoc, entered eternal 
life Sunday morning, April 18, 2010, at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Ruth was born Nov. 12, 1918, in Milwaukee, Wis. She was the daughter of the 
late George and Clara Hobas Underberg. She was a graduate of Lincoln High School 
with the class of 1936. Ruth had been locally employed in the past years with 
the Boston Store, Rummele Jewelers and Park Medical Center. On Sept. 19, 1940, 
she married Ruhl "Bud" Kluczinske at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on Oct. 24, 1972. Ruth was a member of 
Redeemer Lutheran Church, the church choir and was very active with many other 
church functions. She volunteered at St. Mary's Home and was active with the 
Manitowoc Senior Center. Ruth was always willing to help family and friends 
whenever needed. She loved to play cards and always enjoyed a good game of 
sheepshead and bridge.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband: Ruhl "Bud" Kluczinske; one son: William 
Kluczinske; and two brothers: Howard and Donald Underbert. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 21, 2010, at Redeemer 
Lutheran Church, 1712 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc. Officiating will be the Rev. 
Richard C. Mueller with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Relatives and friends may call at Redeemer Lutheran Church on Wednesday from 10 
a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m.
The family would like to extend their appreciation to Drs. Barylaka nd Teehan 
along with the staff at Aurora Medical Center's third floor. We also want to 
recognize the care and compassion provided by the Aurora Visiting Nurses 
Association, Hospice of Green Bay and the staff at the North Ridge Medical and 
Rehabilitation Center of Manitowoc.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be directed to Redeemer Lutheran 
Church Mission Fund.
Ruth will always be remembered for her smile and her sense of humor.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair 
streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 19, 2010


WILLIAM KLUCZINSKE    (d. 1927)

WILLIAM KLUCZINSKE CLAIMED BY DEATH AFTER LONG ILLNESS 
After a prolonged illness of eight months, William Kluczinske, aged 51, of this 
city, passed away at the Winnebago hospital yesterday morning, a stroke of 
paralysis being the cause. The body will lie in state at the Jos. Pfeffer and 
Sons chapel this evening from the hour of seven until nine and will be removed 
to the home at the corner of Ninth and Edward streets tomorrow from where the 
funeral will be held Monday at 1:30 to the First Reformed church, where the Rev. 
Menke will conduct services at 2 o'clock.
Born in Germany, July 18, 1875, deceased came to this country at the age of 
sixteen, locating in this city, where he has lived ever since. For the last 
fourteen years he has been employed with the A.M. Richter Co. He is survived 
by his wife, his mother and four children, the children being three daughters, 
Mrs. Roy Giffle, Miss Gladyce and Miss Dorothy Kluczinske, and one son, Rheinhold, 
of this city. Two brothers, Carl and Leo, of this city, and Mrs. Otto Schwenke, 
a sister, also survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 29, 1927  P. 2
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[bur. 1-31-1927/age 50 yr/cause: general paralysis of the insane/
bur. on Bertha Kluczinske lot]


WILLIAM R. KLUCZINSKE    (d. 1971)

William R. Kluczinske, 29, of 1515 Viebahn St., Manitowoc, died Saturday as 
the result of injuries received in an auto accident.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Bethany Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Robert Sawall will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Kluczinske was born June 4, 1942, at Manitowoc, son of Ruhl and Ruth 
Underberg Kluczinske. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1960. He married 
Sharon Wiegend Oct. 8, 1966, at Manitowoc. He had been employed at Northwestern 
Asbestos Inc., Manitowoc, and more recently at Sprinkman and Sons Inc. Mr. 
Kluczinske was a member of the Pipe Converters Local No. 127. He also served as 
a private first class in the Army in Germany.
Survivors include his wife, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ruhl Kluczinske, of Rt. 1, 
Cato, and a brother (Survivor omitted for privacy.), of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 5 o'clock 
this Tuesday afternoon until noon Wednesday and then at the church until the 
time of service.
Memorials may be made to the Bethany Christian Day School, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 7, 1971
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[husband of Sharon Kluczinske/bur. on Mrs. George Underberg lot (grandmother)]
(War vet flg hldr)


ELIZABETH KLUCZYKOWSKI

Elizabeth "Liz" M. Kluczykowski, age 69, a Manitowoc resident, died peacefully 
with her family at her side on Tuesday, September 17, 2013 at her residence.
Liz was born on December 31, 1943 in Glasco, Scottland, daughter of the late Charles 
and Catherine (McGuiness) McShane. On March 11, 1970 she married Steve Kluczykowski 
at St. Marys Catholic Church in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on November 20, 
1994. She was employed with the Holiday Inn, Manitowoc as a housekeeper. Prior to 
her retirement in 1995, she was employed at the Holiday Inn as an Assistant Executive 
Housekeeper. Liz enjoyed crafts, yard work, gardening and doing handy work. Her true 
pride and joy was her toy poodle named "Blackie".
Survivors include three sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law: Betty Kerscher, 
Manitowoc, Robert and Louise Kluczykowski, Two Rivers, Priscilla Kluczykowski, 
Norcross, GA, Peter Schwantes, Manitowoc; one godchild: Sandy Schwantes; nieces 
and nephews: Ardie and Willie Kerscher-Caldwell and their children Willie, Serena 
and Nathan, Mary Sue and Randy Yindra and their son Kristofer, Edward and Terri 
Schwantes and family, Jim and Sue Schwantes and family, Sue and Greg Schmeichel 
and family, Ann and John Schermetzler and family, Deb Friske and family, Gary 
Kluczykowski Jr. and family, Lisa and Craig Capen and family. She is further 
survived by neighbors, friends and other relatives. She was also preceded in 
death by her brothers and sisters; two brothers-in-law: Gary Kluczykowski and 
Ernie Kerscher; two sisters-in-law: Shirley Kluczykowski and Cathy Schwantes; one 
great niece: Michele Kerscher.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, September 20, 2013 at St. 
Francis of Assisi on Marshall. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be 
the Rev. Richard Klingeisen with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday, September 20, 2013 at St. 
Francis of Assisi on Marshall from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Michele Olsen and the aides from Home 
Care Hospice, Shady Lane Nursing Rehabilitation Center, Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center - 5 West for all of the care and compassion shown to Elizabeth.
The family would also like thank Annette and staff at the Hannah Home for all the 
assistance they provided to them.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 19, 2013


HENRY KLUCZYKOWSKI

Henry A. Kluczykowski, 82, of 316 MacArthur Dr., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
early Tuesday morning, Sept. 4, at his residence.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 a.m. 
at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Harold Berryman will officiate 
at the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Kluczykowski, was born Jan. 19, 1902, at Hatley, Wis., son of the late John 
and Frances Narloch Kluczykowski. He married Martha Somers, Oct. 21, 1936, at 
Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Polonia, Wis. The couple owned and operated a feed 
mill at Custer, Wis., coming to Manitowoc to reside in 1941. Mr. Kluczykowski 
was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding, retiring in 1959 due to ill health.
Survivors include his wife, Martha; three sons and daughters-in-law, Steve and 
Elizabeth Kluczykowski of Manitowoc, Robert and Louise Kluczykowski of Two Rivers 
and Gary and Priscilla Kluczykowski of Norcross, Ga.; three daughters and two 
sons-in-law, Catherine and Peter Schwantes of Rockwood, Wis., Shirley Kluczykowski 
of Manitowoc and Betty and Ernest Kerscher of Francis Creek; four brothers and two 
sisters-in-law, John Kluczykowski of Stevens Point, Victor Kluczykowski of Custer, 
Wis., Leonard and Stefanie Kluczykowski and Joseph and Margaret Kluczykowski both 
of Milwaukee; four sisters, Mrs. Sadie Rozmalski and Mrs. Lillian Schanke both of 
Milwaukee, Mrs. Elsie Griese of Green Bay and Mrs. Marion Neubaurer of Tigerton, 
Wis. and 10 grandchildren, Ed, Jim, Sue, Ann and Sandy Schwantes, Mary Sue and Ardie 
Kerscher, Debbie, Lisa and Gary Jr. Kluczykowski. He was preceded in death by a 
granddaughter, Michele Kerscher and two sisters, Ida Lorbecki and Frances Erickson.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, 
where a prayer service will be 7:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, September 4, 1984 P. 3
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[husband of Martha Kluczykowski


MARTHA M. KLUCZYKOWSKI

Martha M. Kluczykowski, age 90, of 816 MacArthur Drive, Manitowoc, passed away 
Friday morning, March 14, 1997, at the family residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 18, 1997, at St. Mary's 
Catholic Church. Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. will officiate at the Mass of 
Christian Burial. Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Martha Somers on August 19, 1906, at Custer, Wis., daughter of the 
late John and Catherine Somers. She married Henry A. Kluczykowski on October 21, 
1936, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Polonia, Wis. Her husband preceded her in 
death on September 4, 1984. She was a member of the Rosary and Altar Society of 
St. Mary's Catholic Church.
Survivors include two sons and three daughters-in-law, Robert and Louise Kluczykowski, 
Two Rivers, Gary and Priscilla Kluczykowski, Norcross, Georgia, Elizabeth Kluczykowski, 
Manitowoc; two daughters, Shirley Kluczykowski, Manitowoc, Betty Kerscher, Francis 
Creek; one brother and two sisters-in-law, Frank and Evelyn Somers, Custer, Wis., Ann 
Somers, Stevens Point; one son-in-law, Peter Schwantes, Manitowoc; 10 grandchildren; 
13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son, Steven Kluczykowski; one 
daughter, Cathy Schwantes; one son-in-law, Ernie Kerscher; one granddaughter, Michele 
Kerscher.
Friends may call at St. Mary's Catholic Church, from 10 a.m. Tuesday until the time of 
service.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
The family would like to thank Dr. Rauschenberger, the nurses on 5 East at Holy Family 
Memorial Medical Center, also the staff of Family Services Lakeshore for the care they 
gave mom for many years.
Herald Times Reporter, March 16, 1997 P. A2
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[widow of Henry]


SHIRLEY KLUCZYKOWSKI

Shirley Kluczykowski, age 61, of 816 MacArthur Dr., Manitowoc, died Thursday 
evening, November 30, 2000, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 5, 2000, at St. Mary 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be 
Rev. Roman Zbieranski, O.F.M. with burial to take place at a later date at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born April 5, 1939, in Custer, Wis., daughter of the late Henry A. and 
Martha Mary Somers Kluczykowski. Shirley was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln 
High School, class of 1958. She was employed at the Mirro Company for many years 
until her retirement due to health reasons. Shirley was a member of St. Mary 
Catholic Church, and the Rosary and Altar Society.
Survivors include two brothers and three sisters-in-law, Robert and Louise 
Kluczykowski, Two Rivers, Gary and Pricilla Kluczykowski, Norcross, Ga., Betty 
Kluczykowski, Manitowoc; a sister, Betty Kerscher, Francis Creek; and a brother-
in-law, Peter Schwantes, Rockwood. Also surviving are ten nieces, eight nephews, 
seven great nieces, six great nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was 
preceded in death by a brother, Steven Kluczykowski; a sister, Cathy Schwantes; 
a brother-in-law, Ernie Kerscher and a niece, Michelle Kerscher.
The fammily will greet relatives and friends at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc 
from 9:30 a.m. Tuesday until the time of service at 11 a.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Shirley always had a special place in her heart for her nieces and nephews, whom 
she affectionately call "little ones".
The family wishes to express their gratitude to the emergency staff of Holy Family 
Memorial Medical Center, especially Dr. Lois, the Respiratory Therapy especially 
her sepcial angel, also to Dr. Rauschenberger for all his years of care for Shirley, 
the Critical Care Unit for the care they extended to Shirley especially the two 
nurses, Michelle and Ann and also to Father Richard Klingeisen for all  his prayers 
and support.
Herald Times Reporter, December 3, 2000 P. A2


STEPHEN ANDY KLUCZYKOWSKI

Steve "Bus Driver Steve" Kluczykowski, age 50, of 816 MacArthur Drive, Manitowoc, 
died unexpectedly Sunday evenng, November 20, 1994, at Bellin Memorial Hospital, 
Green Bay.
Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 23, 1994, at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. John Puodziunas 
O.F.M. with burial to follow in the Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born February 11, 1944, in Manitowoc, son of Martha Somers Kluczykowski 
and the late Henry Kluczykowski. He attended schools in Manitowoc graduating from 
Lincoln High School with the class of 1963. He married the former Elizabeth McShane 
April 11, 1970, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Steve was a bus driver 
with the Manitowoc Transit System for 15 years where he received many awards for his 
safe driving record. Steve was a member of the Manitowoc Eagles Club, St. Mary's 
Men's Club and the Amvets. Steve was also a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church 
where he enjoyed ushering.
Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth Kluczykowski; his mother, Martha Kluczykowski; 
three sisters and one brother-in-law, Shirley Kluczykowski, Manitowoc, Cathy and 
Peter Schwantes, Manitowoc, Betty Kerscher, Francis Creek; two brothers and sisters-
in-law, Gary and Priscilla Kluczykowski, Norcross, Ga., Robert and Louise Kluczykowski, 
Two Rivers; three nephews; seven nieces; two great-nephews; three great-nieces, many 
relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, 
Ernie Kerscher, and a niece, Michele Kerscher.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, where a prayer 
service will be held at 7:45 p.m. by Father John.
Herald Times Reporter, November 21, 1994  P. A2
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[d. at Green Bay WI]


AMANDA KLUENKER

DEATH COMES THIS MORNING
Mrs. George Kluenker To Be Buried On Friday
Mrs. George Kluenker, 37, Manitowoc route 5, died this morning in 
this city.
Funeral services will be held Friday from the home at 1:15 p.m. and 
at 2 o'clock from the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran church with the 
Rev. T.F. Uetzmann officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen.
Mrs. Kluenker, nee Amanda Sampe, was born in the town of Manitowoc 
Rapids on July 3, 1897, and was a life-long resident of that township. 
She was married to George Kluenker on Feb. 7, 1921.
Survivors are the widower; one son, (private); three sisters, Mrs. 
Harvey Carstens, Manitowoc route 5, Malinda Sampe, city, and Erna 
Sampe, city; her 94 year-old grandfather, Fred Sampe.
The remains will be taken to the home tomorrow aftrenoon (sic) from 
the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, April 30, 1935 P.2
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[bur. 05-03-1935/age 37 yrs./cause: acute cardiac decompensation/
bur. on George Kluenker Sr. lot]


CHARLES F. KLUENKER

Charles F. Kluenker, 86, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, died Wednesday at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc, died Wednesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. T. F. Uetzmann will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Kluenker was born Oct. 20, 1880, in Halen, Province of Brunswick, Germany, 
son of the late Frederick and Wilhelmina Sander Kluenker. He came to the United 
States and Manitowoc Rapids in 1887, and married Miss Emma Rabenhorst June 21, 
1916, at Maribel. The couple lived at Manitowoc Rapids where they farmed until 
retiring. 
Survivors are his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Louise K. Becker and Mrs. Wilbert 
(June) Hasche, a son, Karl, and a sister, Miss Minnie, of Manitowoc; 11 grand-
children and a great grandchild. Two brothers, a sister, and a great grandchild 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Friday until Saturday noon and at the church until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 1, 1967  P. 18 
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[Carl F./d. 05-31-1967/age 86 yrs.]


DOROTHY E. KLUENKER

Miss Dorothy E. Kluenker, 19, of 3736 Schroeder Dr., Manitowoc, died Monday 
night at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Born Jan. 15, 1947 in Manitowoc, she was 
the daughter of George and Lucille (Lutze) Kluenker. She graduated from Lincoln 
High School in 1965 and later attended Wisconsin College of Cosmetology at Green 
Bay. She was employed in the Martin Beauty Salon, Manitowoc.
Survivors include her parents, two sisters, Shirley and Judith Ann at home; her 
maternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Walter Lutze in Manitowoc. She is also survived 
by relatives in Sheboygan County.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Thursday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church in Manitowoc. The Rev. Theo Uelzmann will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Friends may call at the Urbanek & Schlei Funeral 
Home in Manitowoc after 3 pm today until 12:30 pm Thursday and at the church from 
12:30 to the time of services.
Sheboygan Press, Wednesday, Dec. 21, 1966 page 12
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[d. 12-19-1966/age 19 yrs/bur. on George A. Kluenker lot]


EMMA H. KLUENKER

Mrs. Chas. (Emma H.) Kluenker, 83, formerly of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, died 
Saturday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Ninth and Pine Streets, Manitowoc. The Rev. Glenn H. 
Unke will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Kluenker, nee Emma Rabenhorst, was born Jan. 2, 1890 in the Town 
of Cooperstown, daughter of the late William and Ottilia Habeck Rabenhorst. 
She was married to Chas. F. Kluenker June 21, 1916, at Maribel. They 
resided in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids where she and her husband farmed 
until their retirement. Her husband preceded her in death in 1967. She 
was a charter member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and the 
Ladies Aid Society and Ruth Circle of the church, Manitowoc Homemakers 
Club, Manitowoc Senior Citizens and the Social Calendar.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Four brothers, a sister and a great grandchild preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 
4 to 9 o'clock this Monday evening and at the church from noon Tuesday 
until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wisconsin December 17, 1973
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[d. 12-15-1973/age 83 yrs./widow of Carl F. Kluenker]


FRED H. KLUENKER    (d. 1957)

Fred Henry Kluenker, 82, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, died Saturday at his 
home following a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Emmanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Theophil Uetzmann officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born Feb. 24, 1875, in Germany, the son of the late Fred and 
Wilhelmine Zander Kluenker and came to this country in 1887. He settled 
in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids. He married the former Ida Schuette in 
Clarke County Dec. 17, 1913 and located on the home farm in Manitowoc 
County. He retired from active farming several years ago.
Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Dan Horvath of Randolph, 
Wis., and Mrs. Melvin Ruh of Kiel; two sons, Frederick of Milwaukee and 
Roy on the home farm; two brothers, Charles and George of Manitowoc; 
two sisters, Miss Minnie Kluenker of Rt. 2, Manitowoc and Mrs. Sophia 
Hardrath of Manitowoc, and 14 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday when the body will be moved to the church to 
lie in state until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 26, 1957 P.13
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[d. 08-24-1957/age 82 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis]


FRIEDRICH KLUENKER    (d.1923)

OLD RESIDENT TOWN OF RAPIDS DEAD, AGED 81 
Frederick Kluenker, a resident of the county since 1887 when he came here from 
Germany and engaged in farming in the town of Rapids, died yesterday afternoon 
at the home of his son George at Five Corners, aged 81 years. Death followed an 
illness of two years during which Mr. Kluenker had been failing gradually. The 
funeral will be held Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the home at Five 
Corners, the Rev. Machmiller officiating.
Mr. Kluenker was born April 14, 1842 and spent his life until 1887 in Germany, 
when with his family he came here to locate. His wife, nee Minnie Sander, died 
eleven years ago and he had since made his home with his son. He is survived by 
five children, Fred, Charles, George and Minnie at Rapids and Mrs. Sophia 
Hardrath, of Unity, Wis. Ten grand children also survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, March 8, 1923  P. 1
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[Fred Kluenker/bur 03-10-1923/cause: acute myocarditis]


GEORGE A. KLUENKER    (d. 2015)

George A. Kluenker Jr., age 93, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life 
on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 at River Woods Place.
George was born on July 29, 1922 in Manitowoc to the late George and Amanda 

Sampe Kluenker Sr. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1941. 
On September 16, 1944 George married Lucile Lutze in the Town of Liberty. She 
preceded him in death December 18, 1976. On July 29, 1978, George married Edna 
Lutze at St. John's United Church of Christ in Schwarzwald. George was primarily 
employed at Dick Brothers Bakery and St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan. He 
enjoyed woodworking, bowling, travelling, and spending time with his family and 
friends. George was a member of Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church in 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include George's wife: Edna; two daughters: Shirley (Bob) Brooks, 
Howards Grove; and Judy Brunner and her special friend John Casper, Hilbert; 
stepdaughter: Meribeth Hauenstein, Las Cruces, NM; stepson: Steven Lutze, 
Plymouth; 10 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; special niece: Donna Ellert, 
Manitowoc; also other relatives and friends. George was preceded in death by his 
parents: George and Amanda Kluenker Sr.; wife: Lucile; and daughter: Dorothy 
Kluenker.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3209 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc. Rev. Robert Kujawski 
and Rev. Stephen Melso will officiate with burial to take place at Evergreen 
Cemetery at a later date. The family will greet relatives and friends at church 
on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. 
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate any memorials to Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran Church.
George's family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to the staffs 
of River Woods Place and Southern Care Hospice for the loving care they provided.
Funeral Home
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home - Manitowoc
628 North Water Street 
Manitowoc, WI 54220
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 4, 2015


GEORGE W. KLUENKER    (d. 1958)

George William Kluenker, 74, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, died at his home Tesday 
afternoon following an illness of several months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Theophil F. Uetzmann officiating. Burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born Aug. 6, 1883, in Germany, son of the late Fred and Wilhelmina 
Zander Kluenker…(3 lines unreadable)…of Manitowoc Rapids where he always lived. 
He married the former..(line unreadable)..Feb. 7, 1921. She died in 19__. 
Survivors include a son, George Jr., on the home farm; brother Charles of Rt. 
2, Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Sophia Hardrath of Manitowoc and Miss Minnie 
who made her home with her brother, and three grandchildren. Another brother 
died last year.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Thursday at 10 a.m. Friday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in 
state. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 11, 1958  P. 20 
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[d. 06-10-1958/age 74 yrs.]


IDA (BABY)    (d. 1919)

[Ida Kluenker/bur. 11-05-1919/stillborn/bur. on Fred Kluenker lot]


IDA L. KLUENKER

Mrs. Fred H. (Ida) Kluenker, 85, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
morning at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Ninth and Pine Streets, Manitowoc, the Rev. Glenn H. 
Unke will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Kluenker, nee Ida Schuette, was born Aug. 18, 1887, in Kewaunee 
County, daughter of the late August and Margaret Rabenhorst Schuette. 
In 1909, the family moved to Clark County, where she was married to 
Fred H. Kluenker Dec. 17, 1913. She had been a Manitowoc Rapids resident 
since that time. Her husband preceded her in death Aug. 24, 1957. She 
was a charter member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
An infant daughter and four brothers preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 
4 to 9 p.m. Thursday and at the church from noon Friday until the hour 
of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. June 19, 1973
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[d. 06-19-1973 at Chilton WI/age 85 yrs./widow of Fred H. Kluenker]


KARL W. KLUENKER

Karl W. Kluenker, 69 of the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, died Saturday morning, 
November 5, 1988, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Immanueal Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Glenn Unke will officiate with burial to follow at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Kluenker was born March 19, 1919, in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of 
the late Charles and Emma Rabenhorst Kluenker. He attended Manitowoc area schools 
and graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1936, Mr. Kluenker farmed 
on the home farm in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids and also was employed as a 
Machinist with Manitowoc Engineering until his retirement. He married the former 
Dorine Broeking on September 5, 1943, at Stanley, Wisconsin. In recent years, Mr. 
Kluecker was very active with Pinecrest Historical Village. He was a member of 
Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and previously served on the church council 
and also on other committees over the years. 
Survivors include his wife, Doreen(sic); two sons and a daughter-in-law, Charles 
and Margaret Kluenker of Roseville, California, and Paul Kluenker of Manitowoc; 
two daughters and sons-in-law, Carolyn and Larry Raether of Bay City, Michigan, 
and Ruth and Rev. John Mattek of Waukesha, Wisconsin; two sisters and a brother-
in-law, Mrs. Louise Becker of Manitowoc, and June and Wilbert Hasche of Manitowoc; 
14 grandchildren; nieces, nephews and other relative and friends survive.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. this Monday 
and Tuesday at the church from 10 a.m. until the hour of servie at 11 a.m. 
Memorials may be made to Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran 
High School.
Herald Times Reporter, November 7, 1988.  P. 15


LUCILE F. KLUENKER

Mrs. Lucille Kluenker(sic), 51, of 3736 Schroeder Dr., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Glenn Unke will officiate with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mrs. Kluenker, nee Lucille Lutze, was born March 26, 1925, in the Town of Liberty, 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Lutze. She attended schools in the Town of Liberty 
and was married to George Kluenker Sept. 16, 1944, in the Town of Liberty, moving 
to Manitowoc, where they resided. She was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, was president of the Ladies Aid Society and a member of Esther Circle and 
African Medical Missions of the church. 
Survivors include her husband, two daughters, Mrs. Robert (Shirley) Brooks, of 
Sheboygan Falls and Mrs. Dennis (Judith) Behnke, of Brillion; her parents, Mr. 
and Mrs. Walter Lutze, and a sister, Mrs. William (Elva) Ellert, of Manitowoc, 
and two grandsons, Robert Jr. and John Brooks, of Sheboygan Falls.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 to 9 o'clock this Monday 
evening until 11 a.m. Tuesday and then at the church from noon until the time of 
service. Memorials may be made to Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran building fund or 
charity of the donor's choice.
Herald Times Reporter, December 20, 1976  P. 3
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[wife of George A. Kluenker]


MINNA (SANDER) KLUENKER    (d. 1912)

SIX MONTHS' ILLNESS ENDED
Mrs. Fred Kluenker, Four Corners, Passes Away Early This Morning
A six months' sickness, during which time much suffering was endured, 
was ended at 3 o'clock this morning when Mrs. Fred Kluenker, well 
known resident of Four Corners, passed away. Asthma was the cause of 
death. Mrs. Kluenker was 67 years old. Late last summer Mrs. Kluenker 
was taken ill and never recoverd. A husband and five children survive 
her death, the sons and daughters being: Fred Jr., Charles, George, 
Minnie and Mrs. William Hardrath. Mrs. Kluenker was born in Germany 
and came to this country in 1887. She resided at Four Corners many 
years. The funeral will be held Sunday at the home. The Rev. Karl 
Machmiller of this city will officiate.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, February 16, 1912 P.4
*******
Notes From Manitowoc Rapids:
Death came suddenly to Mrs. Fred Kluenker at her home at Four 
Corners Friday morning. She had been in poor health for several 
months but up to a short time before her death she was apparently 
as well as usual. Her death was due to heart trouble. Mrs. Kluenker 
was a native of Germany and was born Aug. 6, 1844 and was therefore 
67 years of age. She was married in Germany and came with her 
husband to this country 25 years ago. They settled on a farm near 
Four Corners, which had since been her home. Besides her husband 
she is survived by five children, as follows: Fred, Charles, George 
and Miss Minnie Kluenker, all of this town and Mrs. William Hardrath 
of Unity, Wisconsin. Mrs. Kluenker was an affectionate wife and mother 
and the bereaved family have the sympathy of the entire community in 
their sad affliction.
The funeral was held Sunday afternoon. Interment was in Evergreen 
cemetery at Manitowoc. Rev. Machmueller officiated.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, February 22, 1912  pg. 8
*******
[Minnie Kluenker/bur. 02-18-1912/cause: arteris]


MINNIE KLUENKER    (d. 1974)

Miss Minnie Kluenker, 87, died Tuesday at Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Glen Unke will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Kluenker was born Aug. 22, 1886, at Brunswick, Germany, daughter of the 
late Frederick and Wilhelmina Sander. She came to the United States as a young 
girl and attended Manitowoc schools. She was a member of Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran Church.
Survivors include nieces and nephews. Three brothers and a sister preceded her 
in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 to 9 o'clock this 
Wednesday evening until 11 a.m. Thursday and at the church from noon until 
the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, February 20, 1974  P. 23
*******
[bur. on Fred Kluenker lot]


ROY A. KLUENKER

Roy A. Kluenker, age 84, of 5418 Homestead Road, Manitowoc, died on Tuesday 
morning, Nov. 17, 2009, at his residence.
Roy was born in the town of Manitowoc Rapids on Sept. 24, 1925, son of the 
late Frederick H. and Ida (Schuette) Kluenker.
He was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1943.
Roy was employed with Schuette Construction Company for many years.
He then was employed with Natural Ovens of Manitowoc and Valpraiso, Ind.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Roy was preceded in death by: an infant sister; one sister and two brothers-in-
law: Martha and Dan Horvath and Melvin Ruh; one brother: Frederick W. Kluenker; 
mother of his children: Valeria Kluenker on Oct. 2, 2009; one sister-in-law: 
Clarice Kliment; and one nephew: Eric Kattreh.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday morning, Nov. 24, 2009, at 
Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the 
Rev. Nicholas Maglietto. Cremation will take place at All-Care Cremation Center, 
Manitowoc following the service, and burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc at a later date.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday morning, Nov. 24, 2009, 
at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc from 10 a.m. until the time of the 
service at 11 a.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc is assisting 
the Kluenker family with funeral arrangements.
The family wishes to thank Dr. (private) and the Aurora Visiting Nurses staff, 
especially (private) for their compassionate care.
Roy was a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who's passion was 
farming and was active on the family farm until the very end.
He will be missed by all who loved and knew him.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 19, 2009
*******
Roy A. Kluenker, age 84, of 5418 Homestead Road, Manitowoc, died on Tuesday 
morning, Nov. 17, 2009, at his residence.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday morning, Nov. 24, 2009, at 
Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be 
the Rev. Nicholas Maglietto. Cremation will take place at All-Care Cremation 
Center, Manitowoc, following the service, and burial will take palce at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, at a later date.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday morning, Nov. 24, 2009, 
at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. until the time of the 
service at 11 a.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, is assisting 
the Kluenker family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 23, 2009


ALBERT KLUG

BURNS SUFFERNED WHEN BLOW TORCH EXPLODED PROVED FATAL TO ALBERT KLUG, 
SHIPYARD WORKER 
Albert Klug, employe of Shipbuilding company, who was severely burned on 
Tuesday when the gas tank of a blow torch he was using exploded, died at 
the hospital last night. Klug was burned about the chest, arms and back 
and his injuries proved more serious that first thought. Klug was born 
in this city on Aug. 20, 1861, and for years had been employed as a ship 
carpenter. On Tuesday, while at work on one of the new hulls, a blow torch 
exploded and he suffered fatal burns. Decedent is survived by two daughters 
and three sons, Mrs. Peter Pitsch, Mrs. Victor Labinski, Edward and George 
of this city and Walter, who is serving in the army and whose whereabouts 
are unknown. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon from the late 
home, 629 So. Twenty sixth street.
The Manitowoc Dairy Herald, Vol. 20, No. 143, pp. 5, Monday, August 5, 1918
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
*********
(Albert Klug/b. 20 August 1861-d. 6 August 1918)
[cause: accident serious burns]


ALEIDA KLUG

Mrs. George Klug, 63, of 409 N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died Monday evening at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a heart attack while a patient.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Edmund Olson will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Aleida Anderson was born Sept. 18, 1900, at Manitowoc, daughter of 
the late Andrew C. and Amelia Reinhardt Anderson. She was married to George 
Klug at Manitowoc June 25, 1927, and had been employed 20 years by S. S. Kresge 
Co. 
Surviving are her husband, a daughter, Mrs. Glen Beerntsen, a sister, Mrs. Adolph 
Klingholz, two brothers, Lester and Abner Anderson, and three grandchildren of 
Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Wednesday until 10:30 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until time of service. 
Two Rivers Reporter, September 24, 1963 P. M-11
*******
[Aleida C. Klug/d. 09-23-1963/age 63 yrs./wife of George F. Klug]


AUGUSTA KLUG

Obituary for Augusta Klug née Lindemann (b. 22 Februar 1864-d. 5 September 1887)-
(she married Albert Wm. Klug 5 January 1884)

(Auguste) Albertine Friederike Klug geb. Lindemann (born in Molstow, Kr. 
Greifenberg in Pommern, Prussia on 22. Februar 1864-d. 5. September 1887-
Emigrated to America in 1870 with her folks). The death register of the 
Manitowoc County Register of Deeds, reveals that she passed through this world, 
during childbirth, just being delivered of stillborn twins...
Auguste Klug née Lindemann was mother to two living children: 
Emma Pitsch née Klug (daughter of Auguste Klug née Lindemann) 
      (b. Aug.. 26, 1884-d. Nov. 26, 1921)
Eduard Klug (b. Feb. 17, 1886-d. Nov. 22, 1960)

Gestorben.  In der Nacht von Montag auf Dienstag starb die Gattin des 
Herrn A. Klauke, wohnhaft an der Nordseite, Manitowoc. Das Begräbniss 
fand gestern Nachmittag statt. Die Verstorbene war eine Tochter des 
Herren Hermann Lindemann von Town Eaton.-Der Nord-Westen, No. 1178, 
Manitowoc, Donnerstag, den 8. September 1887.

"Obituary.-In the night from Monday to Tuesday, the wife of the Mr. A. Klauke, 
resident of the north side Manitowoc. The burial took place yesterday afternoon. 
The deceased was a daughter of the Mr. Hermann Lindemann from the Township of 
Eaton."-interpretation by Emilie B. Lindemann

(Comment: The obituary of Auguste Klug née Lindemann does not scarcely mention 
her by name. It was as if the weekly newspaper in which published this notice 
reported…what's with all of the commotion in town? It was the funeral yesterday-
the church bells tolled 23 times for Auguste Klug-then the procession left First 
German Ev. Lutheran Church and headed up to big hill, to bury her remains at 
Evergreen Cemetery.  What's more, her father brought the family via horse and 
carriage to town, all of the way from the Township of Liberty where they have 
lived for the past year)
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
********
From Der Nord Westen, 08 Sept. 1887:
Death of the wife of Mr. A. Klauke(sic) on Mon. night. The deceased,
who lived on the north side of Manitowoc, was the daughter of Mr. 
Hermann Lindemann of Town Eaton. Burial took place yesterday afternoon.
(Per notice, death was Mon. 5 Sep.
Augusta Klug/d. Sept. 5, 1887/co. death index v.3 p.256)
*******
[cause: typhoid fever]
(Augusta Klug nee Lindemann/b. 22 Februar 1864-d. 5 September 1887)


BABY KLUG    (d. 1899

Klug
birth: 8 April 1899 City
death: 8 April 1899 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1899 City
father: Alb. Klug
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
********
[stillborn]


BABY KLUG    (d. 1901)

Klug
birth: 13 January 1901 Manitowoc
death: 13 January 1901 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: Alb. Klug
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[stillborn]


EDWARD KLUG

Edward R. Klug of 1422 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died Friday 
afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a brief illness. Funeral 
services will be at 8:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and 
at 9 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church Manitowoc, the Rev. Alfred Pritzl 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Klug was 
born Feb. 17, 1886 at Manitowoc, son of the late Albert and Augusta Lindemann 
Klugg. Until his retirement 10 years ago, he was employed as a molder at 
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Co. Inc., of Manitowoc and at the Manitowoc Grey 
Iron Foundry. He was also a member of the International Molders and Foundry 
Workers Union, Local No. 301. He married the former Pauline Milecki Sept. 9, 
1909 at Two Rivers and they lived at Manitowoc since. Survivors include his 
wife: two sons, Raymond and Ellsworth of Manitowoc: a daughter, Mrs. Jerome 
Schroeder of Manitowoc: a brother, George of Milwaukee and three grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Manitowoc, Wis., Saturday, Nov. 26, 1960, Vol. 63, No, 34.
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
********
[d. 11-25-1960/age 74 yrs.]
********
Pauline Meletzski(sic) of this city and Ed. Klug of Manitowoc were united in 
marriage at the Sacred Heart Church yesterday morning, Rev. Father Lechowski 
officiating. The bride is the bright and affable daughter of Mr. Mike Meletzski 
residing on North Washington Street. The groom is a promising young man employed 
with the Manitowoc Foundry and Machine Co. the young couple have our best wishes. 
They will make their home at Manitowoc.
The Reporter, Tues., Sept. 7, 1909


ELLSWORTH E. KLUG

Ellsworth (Ellis) Klug, 59, of 1422 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died Saturday at 
Veterans Hospital, Wood, Wis. 
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 
10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. John Hephner will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military 
graveside rites will be accorded Mr. Klug by the American Legion Drews Bleser 
Post No. 88.
Mr. Klug was born July 4, 1915, at Manitowoc, son of the late Edward and Pauline 
Milecki Klug. He was graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, with the 
Class of 1934. He was employed at Manitowoc Engineering Co. He was a veteran of 
World War II, serving in the Army.
Mr. Klug was a 35-year member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 706, a member 
of American Drews Bleser Post No. 88 and the Manitowoc-Two Rivers Old Time 
Baseball Assn.
Survivors include a brother, Raymond, a sister, Mrs. Jerome (Evelyn) Schreoder, 
of Manitowoc, a niece and two nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 o'clock this Monday evening 
where a Wake Memorial Service will be held at 7 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, July 22, 1974  P. 18 
********
[d. 07-20-1974 at Wood WI/age 49 yrs./bur. on Edward and Pauline Klug lot/
Note: age is off on cem. printout] 
(04 Jul 1915/Jul 1974/SSDI)


GEORGE KLUG

George F. Klug, 61, of Elm Terrace Rest Home, Manitowoc, formerly of 409 N. 
Ninth St., died early Thursday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, 
following a stroke.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Edmund Olson officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Klug was born Feb. 26, 1903, at Manitowoc. He married the former Aleida 
Anderson June 25, 1927, at Manitowoc, where they located. He had been employed 
as a baggageman for the Chicago and North Western Railroad, retiring due to 
illness in 1956. He is a member of the Men's Brotherhood of St. Paul Church. His 
wife died Sept. 23, 1963.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Glen Beernstsen, of Manitowoc, three grandchildren 
and several nieces and nephews. A sister and a step-brother also preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and from 11 a.m. Saturday at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 23, 1964  P. 9 


HENRY KLUG

HENRY KLUG PASSES AWAY AT AGE OF 61
Henry Klug, who returned here from twenty years residence at Seattle three 
years ago, died at the hospital last night, aged 61. He had been ill only a 
short time. He was born May 31, 1864 and since returning here had been employed 
at the Shipyards as a calker. He was a member of the Eagles Lodge. Mr. Klug is 
survived by five sisters, Mrs. Johanna Bartels, Mrs. Lena Abel, Mrs. B. Rudolph 
of this city, Mrs. Augusta Bartels of Milwaukee and Mrs. Ida Gharrity of Chicago. 
The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at St. John's Church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Dec. 3, 1925 page 6


JOHN KLUG

IN PROBATE: Manitowoc County Court.
In the matter of the estate of Johann Klug, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Augusta Klug, of Manitowoc, representing, among 
other things, that Johann Klug, late of Manitowoc, on the 24th day of August, A.d. 1867, 
at Manitowoc, died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this State, and that  
the said petitioner is the widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of said 
estate be to Charles Luling granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard before the 
Judge of this Court, on Monday, the 23d day of September, A.D. 1867 at 10 o'clock 
A.M., at my office in said county.
ordered further, that notice hereof be given to the heirs of said deceased and to all persons 
interested by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks prior to said day 
of hearing, in the Manitowoc Tribune, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc in 
said County.
Geo. W. Barker, County Judge.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 30th day of August, A.D. 1867.
Manitowoc Tribune, September 19, 1867 P. 1
********
IN PROBATE: Manitowoc County Court.
In the matter of the estate of Johann Klug, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Augusta Klug, of Manitowoc, representing, among 
other things, that Johann Klug, late of Manitowoc, on the 24th day of August, A.D. 1867, 
at Manitowoc, died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this State, and that 
the said petitioner is the widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of said 
estate be to Charles Luling granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard before the 
Judge of this Court, on Monday, the 23d day of September, A.D. 1867 at 10 o'clock 
A.M., at my office in said county.
Ordered further, that notice hereof be given to the heirs of said deceased and to all persons 
interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks prior to said day 
of hearing, in the Manitowoc Tribune, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc in said 
County.
Geo. W. Barker, County Judge.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 30th day of August, A.D. 1867.
Manitowoc Tribune, September 26, 1867 P. 1
********
(Johan/b. 16 May 1824/d. 24 Aug. 1867/from records of First German Evang. Luth. Ch.)


LYDIA KLUG

Death on Fri. of last week of the 6 mo. old child of 
Albert Klauk(sic), a resident of the 4th Ward of Manitowoc. 
Burial was Sun.
Der Nord Westen, 11 Dec. 1890
********
[cause: convulsions]
********
(Per notice, death was Fri. 5 Dec.
(Lydia H. Klug/Dec 05, 1890/co. death index v.4  p.114)     


PAULINE A. KLUG

Mrs. Pauline A. Klug, 84, of 1422 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am Friday 
at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 am at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. John Hephner will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Klug, nee Pauline Milecki was born January 19, 1889 at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late Michael and Mary Taddy Milecki. She was married to Edward Klug 
Sept. 9, 1909 at Two Rivers, settling at Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in 
death Nov. 26, 1960. She was a member of the Germania Society.
Survivors include two sons, Ellsworth and Raymond of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. 
Jerome (Evelyn) Schroeder of Manitowoc; a brother, Michael, of Two Rivers; a 
sister, Mrs. Anne Swiderski of Milwaukee; three grandchildren and three great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 pm Thursday, where a memorial 
service will be at 7:30 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., May 2, 1973 page 3
*******
[d. 05-01-1973/age 84 yrs./widow of Edward R. Klug]
(Jan 18, 1889/May 1973/SSDI)
********
Pauline Meletzski(sic) of this city and Ed. Klug of Manitowoc were united in 
marriage at the Sacred Heart Church yesterday morning, Rev. Father Lechowski 
officiating. The bride is the bright and affable daughter of Mr. Mike Meletzski 
residing on North Washington Street. The groom is a promising young man employed 
with the Manitowoc Foundry and Machine Co. the young couple have our best wishes. 
They will make their home at Manitowoc.
The Reporter, Tues., Sept. 7, 1909


WILHELMINE (OCHS) KLUG

Gestorben.   Frau Wilhelmine Klug, geb. Ochs, die Gattin des Herrn Albert 
Klug, 26. und Wollmer Strasse wohnhaft, wurde am Samstag plötzlich aus dem 
Leben abberufen. Sie war schon seit längerer Zeit an einem Herzleiden 
erkrankt, doch war sie nie an das Bett gesesselt, und niemand hatte geahut, 
dass augenblicklich Todesgefahr vorhanden sei. Am Samstag Nachmittag, als 
sie mit ihrem dreijährigen Söhnschen allein zuhause war, brach sie plötzlich 
zusammen und stürzte zu Boden. Glücklicherweise wurde sie hier bald gefunden 
und wurde ärztliche Hülfe gerufen, doch vergeblich, denn wenige Stunden später 
gab sie ihren Geist auf. Frau Klug war geboren am 25. Oktober 1867 in Mishicott; 
ihr Alter bertug also 37 Jahre und nahezu 10 Monate. Sie hinterlässt einen 
trauernden Gatten und fünf Kinder: Emma, Eduard, Walter, Elsa und Georg. Das 
Begräbniss fand am Dienstag unter Leitung des Herrn Past. Machmüller auf dem 
Evergreen Friedhofe statt. Den hinterbliebenen unser Beileid.
Manitowoc Post., Jahrgang 25., Manitowoc, Donnerstag, den 24. August, 1905., Nummer 12.

"Obituary.   Mrs. Wilhelmine Klug, née Ochs, the wife of Mr. Albert Klug, 
26 and Wollmer Street residence, was on Saturday suddenly called away from 
life. She was already since a time in heart-failing sickness, but was never 
confined to bed and no one had suspected the moment of death had come. On 
Saturday afternoon she was with her three year old son alone home, she 
suddenly collapsed to the ground. As luck would have it she was soon found 
here and doctorly help was called upon, despite this, a few hours later she 
gave up her ghost. Mrs. Klug was born 25 October 1867 in Mishicot; her age 
reached 37 years and nearly 10 months. She left behind an honorable spouse 
and five children, Emma, Eduard, Walter, Elsa and Georg. The burial took 
place on Tuesday under the direction of Mr. Past. Machmiller at the 
Evergreen Cemetery. To the survivors, our sympathies. 
"-interpretation by Emilie B. Lindemann
********
Danksagnng.-Allen Freunden und Bekannten, die bei der Krankeit und dem Tode 
meiner Frau Minna Klug uns hülfreich zur Seite standen und die durch Betheiligung 
an dem Begräbnisse und auf andere Weise uns ihr Beileid bewiesen, statten wir 
hiermit unserern tiefgefühlten Dank ab. Albert Klug und Kinder. 
-Manitowoc Post., Jahrgang 25., Manitowoc, Donnerstag, den 24. August, 1905., Nummer 12

"Saying of Thanks-All friends & acquaintances who at the sickness and death of 
my wife Minna Klug made us rich with help by standing by our side and who through 
participation of the burial and in other manners they express condolences to us. 
We render here our deep felt thanks. Albert Klug and Children"
-interpretation by Emilie B. Lindemann
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
*********
Mrs. Albert Klug passed away on Sunday at her home on Twenty sixth street, 
after a brief illness, aged thirty-seven. The funeral was held on Tuesday 
from the house.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, August 24, 1905, P. 1
*********
Menmie Klug
birth: 25 October 1868 Manitowoc Co.
death: 19 August 1905 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1905 Manitowoc
spouse: Albert Klug
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*********
(Wilhelmine (Ochs) Klug/b. 25 Oktober 1867-d. 21 August 1905)
(she married Albert Klug 18 April 1888)
[cause: heart failure]


WM. KLUG JR.  (d. 1869)

BOY KILLED
A boy named William Clouk(sic), engaged in carrying slabs for Jones' Mill, 
was discovered about 3 o'clock on Friday morning near the scene of his labor-
-dead. It seems that while about to pick up a slab he was struck in the 
neck by one coming from the upper portion of the mill, and must have been 
instantly killed. His body was still warm when discovered, but the vital 
spark had fled. Seldom before have we had occasion to enumerate such a 
list of accidents as it has been our duty to record during the past two 
weeks, and we sincerely hope that this will be the last.
Manitowoc Tribune  Thursday, June 10, 1869  pg. 4
********
Name: Klug, J. F. Wilhelm
D.: 6/5/1869
B.: 6/24/1857
Reg. D.: 7/7/1869
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 11 Yrs. 11 Mo. 11 Da.
B.P.: Mtwc.
D.P.: Mtwc.
Cem.: Evergreen
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: M. H. Quehl
Spouse:
F.: Johann Klug
M.: Augusta Abel
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1 p.5
********
(J.F. Wilhelm Klug/son of Johann Klug and Augusta Abel/b. & d. same/co. index)
(Johann Friedrich Wilhelm/b. 24 June 1857/d. 5 June 1869/from records of 
First German Evang. Luth. Ch.)


W. M. KLUG   (d. 1899)

Wm Klug
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Wm Klug
Color/Sex: w m
Age: 3m
Father: Albert Klug
Mother: Minnie Aka
Birthplace: Manitowoc
Birth Date: 7 May 1899
Death Date: 27 Jul 1899
Death County: Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: marmaris from birth - diarrhea
Duration of disease: 3 w.
Burial place: Evergreen
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[W.M. Klug/bur 07-27-1899/age 3 yrs/cause: diarrhea]


ARNO KLUSMEYER

Arno Klusmeyer, 53, of 1216 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died Sunday morning at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a brief illness. He had been a patient 
there since Saturday.
Funeral services will be at 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. Klusmeyer was born Oct. 21, 1902, at Manitowoc, son of the late Henry and 
Rose Kieselhorst Klusmeyer. He attended local schools and married Ida Drager 
in 1930 at Waukegan.
He was employed at Rahr Malting Co. for 30 years and was a member of the 
malsters union, the International Union of Brewers, Flour, Cereal and Soft 
Drink Distillers Workers of America, Local 297.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, (private), three brothers, Clarence 
and Melvin of Manitowoc and Irvin of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, and a sister, Mrs. 
Edwin Klusmeyer of Manitowoc. 
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday 
when the casket will be moved to the church, where the body may be viewed 
from 11 a.m. until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 21, 1961  P. 11
*******
[d. 08-20-1961/age 58 yrs./bur. on Henry Klusmeyer lot]


BERTHA KLUSMEYER

WIDOW DIES AT HOME OF SON
Mrs. Bertha Klusmeyer To Be Buried Wednesday 
Mrs. Betha Klusmeyer, 65, widow of the late William Klusmeyer, died Saturday 
afternoon at the home of her son Walter, 1226 South 12th street. Death followed 
an illness of several months' duration.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the home and at 2 p.m. 
from the Evangelical Lutheran church, Rev. Koeninger officiating. Interment will 
be at Evergreen.
The deceased whose maiden name was Bertha Strodthoff was born in 1868 in the town 
of Newton. She was married there in 1889 to William Klusmeyer. He engaged in 
farming in the town of Newton. Mr. Klusmeyer died 16 years ago, a year after they 
had removed to this city to reside. 
The deceased was a member of the Ladies Aid society of the church. Survivors are 
four sons, Elmer, Walter, William and Edwin all of this city, one daughter, Mrs. 
Henry Stege, Antigo, two brothers, Herman and William of the town of Manitowoc 
Rapids and two sisters, Mrs. eyrHn (sic) Meisner and Mrs. Rudolph Behnke, both 
of this city.
The body was removed to the home of the son Walter on South 12th street today from 
the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 16, 1933  P. 7 
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[bur. 10-17-1933/age 65 yrs/cause: gastric carcinoma/bur. on Elmer Klusmeyer lot]


CLARENCE KLUSMEYER    (d. 1986)

Clarence W. (Fritz) Klusmeyer, 78, of 816 Wilson Street, Manitowoc, died early 
Wednesday morning, November 5, 1986 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral 
services will be 10:30 am Saturday at St. John United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. 
Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Klusmeyer was born April 18, 1908 at Manitowoc, son of the late Henry and 
Rosie Kieselhorst Klusmeyer. Mr. Klusmeyer worked for many years at Kurth Malting, 
retiring in 1973. He married the former Ruth Grolle on September 5, 1936, at 
Newton. This past fall the couple had the honor of celebrating their 50th Wedding 
Anniversary. Mr. Klusmeyer was a member of Great Lakes Historical Society, 
Manitowoc Maritime Museum, Manitowoc Senior Citizens Center and St. John United 
Church of Christ.
Survivors include his wife, Ruth; two daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy and Joel 
Herter of Elmhurst, Illinois and Kay and Jack Falcus of Appleton; a brother and 
a sister-in-law, Ervin and Ethel Klusmeyer of Manitowoc; a brother-in-law, Edwin 
Klusmeyer of Manitowoc; four grandchildren, Lynn, Lisa and Missy Herter and John 
Falcus and nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was 
preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 pm to 8 pm 
Friday and Saturday at the church from 9 am until the hour of service at 10:30. 
Memorials may be made to St. John United Church of Christ, Manitowoc or Manitowoc 
Maritime Museum.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Nov. 6, 1986 page 23
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[husband of Ruth Klusmeyer]


DELORES LUCILLE KLUSMEYER

Delores Lucille Klusmeyer, 10-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William 
Klusmeyer, 917 North 14th street, died early today. The girl fell and broke 
her arm. Lockjaw developed which caused her death. Funeral services will be 
held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home in 
charge of the Rev. Menke. 
The deceased was born in this city in 1925 and was a pupil at the McKinley 
school. Survivors are the parents, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Bashow; 
three brothers, Marvin, Miton and James; and a sister, Janet. Friends may 
view the body from Sunday evening on at the funeral home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times July 20, 1935  p.4
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[bur. 07-23-1935/age 10 yrs./cause: tetanus/bur. on William Klusmeyer lot]


DORA KLUSMEYER

Mrs. Walter Klusmeyer, 59, of 1226 S. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Friday 
afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the first German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. L. H. Koeninger will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
The former Dora Hoefner was born in the Town of Newton June 8, 1896, daughter 
of the late Henry Hoefner and Mrs. Anna Baryenbruch Hoefner. She was married 
to Walter Klusmeyer Oct. 25, 1919, and the couple always resided in Manitowoc. 
She was a member of the Ladies Aid Society of the church.
Surviving her are the husband, five daughters, Mrs. Elmer Vogt of Rt. 3, 
Manitowoc, and Misses Marion, Edith, Ethel and Loretta Klusmeyer of Manitowoc; 
three sons, Harold, Emmet and Elroy of Manitowoc; mother, Mrs. Anna Hoefner of 
Manitowoc; four brothers, Charles, Edmund and Walter of Manitowoc and Norbert 
of Newtonburg; three sisters, Mrs. Adolph Buck and Mrs. Herbert Reicherdt of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. John Waack of Rt. 3, Manitowoc; and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 
p.m. Sunday until 10 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 10, 1956  P. 8 
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[Dorothea/d. 03-09-1956/age 59 yrs./cause: pulmonary embolus/wife of
Walter H. Klusmeyer]


EDWARD W. KLUSMEYER

Edward W. Klusmeyer, 91, of 1315 S. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at first German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval. Kock will officiate with burial 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Klusmeyer was born Oct. 31, 1885, in the Town of Newtonburg, Manitowoc 
County and lived in Manitowoc all his life. He married Rene Neubauer Sept. 1, 
1919, at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. Mr. Klusmeyer was elected 
to Manitowoc Common Council in 1919, serving two terms. He was re-elected 
again in 1921 and had 26 years of continuou service until 1947. He was also 
past president of the council. He was a carpenter and boat builder at Burger 
Boat Co. retiring in 1952. Mr. Klusmeyer was a member of First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church and a continuous member of Carpenters and Joiners 
Union, Local 849 from 1907.
Survivors include his wife, a son-in-law, Paul Krainik, of Manitowoc; a grand-
daughter, Mrs. James (Suzanne) Weyer, of Afton, Minn, and two great grand-
children, Bridget and Brent Weyer. A daughter, Ruth Krainik, preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 7 to 9 
p.m. Friday and at the church from 9 a.m. Saturday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, February 24, 1977  P. 20 
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[husband of Reine Klusmeyer]


EDWIN H. KLUSMEYER    (d. 1991)

Edwin H. Klusmeyer, 89, of 1216 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, February 2, 
1991, at Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church. Officiating will be Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
He was born December 19, 1901, in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late 
William and Bertha Stradthoff Klusmeyer. He was married for 54 years to his beloved 
wife, Hertha, who preceded him in death in 1983.
Edwin was a Butcher and Meat Cutter most of his life in Manitowoc County until his 
retirement at age 75. He spent his retirement years enjoying his family and his pets. 
He was a lifelong member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include two sons, Fred and Henry; a daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth and 
Gerald Sterrenburg all of Manitowoc; five grandchildren, Mrs. Mark (Kim) Kattner of 
Sheboygan Falls, Mrs. Paul (Cathy) Reynolds of Shorewood, Wisconsin, Mrs. David 
(Cheryl) Sterrenburg, Mrs. Jay (Tamara) Fricke and Wanda Sterrenburg all of Manitowoc; 
12 great grandchildren; nieces; nephews; other relatives and many friends and neighbors. 
He was preceded in death by three brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, 12 noon until the time 
of services at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Memorials would be appreciated to First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is 
assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 4, 1991 P. B7


ELMER KLUSMEYER

Elmer F. Klusmeyer, 67, of 1911 S. 28th St., Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon 
after a lingering illness at his home.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Bethany Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Armin Roekle will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born at Newtonburg Feb. 23, 1890, son of the late William and Bertha 
Strodthoff Klusmeyer. He married Olga Jacobsen June 5, 1930, and the couple 
resided at Manitowoc. Mr. Klusmeyer was employed by Wisconsin Public Service 
Corp. until retirement nine years ago and was a member of the corporation's 
Twenty-Five Year Club.
Surviving are his wife, two daughters, Mrs. ___ Pankratz and Miss Judith Klusmeyer 
of Manitowoc; three brothers, Walter and Edwin of Manitowoc and William of Milwaukee; 
a sister, Mrs. Henry Stege of Antigo; and five grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the Ninth Street entrance of Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, after ? p.m. Sunday until ?? 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, October 5, 1957  P. 11
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[d. 10-05-1957/age 67 yrs./cause: coronary]


EMMET E. KLUSMEYER

Emmet Klusmeyer, age 86, formerly of 1415 N. Fourth St., Manitowoc, passed away 
on Tuesday evening, July 1, 2008, at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation 
Center.
Emmet was born on July 20, 1921, in Manitowoc, son of the late Walter and Dora 
(Hoeffner) Klusmeyer. He graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, with the 
class of 1939. Emmet was a World War II veteran, serving with the U.S. Army Air 
Force stationed in England. He married Loretta Endries on April 30, 1946, at St. 
Gregory's Catholic Church in St. Nazianz. Emmet was employed at the Aluminum 
Specialty (Foley) Company for 46 years, retiring in 1976. Emmet was a life-long 
member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. He was a member of the 
American Legion Drews-Bleser Post 88 since 1945. He enjoyed bowling; fishing; 
woodworking; and sports.
Emmet is survived by his wife: Loretta Klusmeyer, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-
in-law: Kenneth A. (Sandra) Klusmeyer, Terrance, Calif.; two granddaughters: Heather 
Klusmeyer, and Sara (Joseph) Schuetze, both of Manitowoc; five great-grandchildren: 
Draven Wagner; Aries and Kadira Goin; and Corbin and Samantha Schuetze; one brother 
and sister-in-law: Elroy and Lola Klusmeyer; and four sisters and one-brother-in-law: 
Edith Luckow; Ethel Seefeldt; Loretta Kroening, all of Manitowoc; and Marion and 
Leroy Nell, Johnson Creek. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. 
He was preceded in death by one son: John Klusmeyer; one brother: Harold Klusmeyer; 
one sister: Dorothy Vogt; brothers-in-law: Elmer Vogt; Alphonse (Fungy) Endries; Hank 
Wilke; Kenneth Seefeldt; Donny Kroening; Robert Luckow; and Lee Bushman; and sisters-
in-law: Oneitha (Babe) Klusmeyer; Jeanette Mueller; and Rita Wilke.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, 2008, at First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1033 S. 8th St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Dave Rosenow will 
officiate, with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
Relatives and friends may call at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service 
at 11 a.m. Military graveside services will be accorded by the American Legion Drews-
Bleser Post 88.
Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home is assisting the Klusmeyer family.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the entire staff at North 
Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center for the special care Emmet has received 
these past four years. Thank you.
Herald Times Reporter, July 3, 2008


FRED KLUSMEYER    (d. 1917)

Fred Klusmeyer, aged 55 years, died last Thursday after an illness of two weeks. 
He was born and reared in Newton and about fifteen years ago disposed of his 
farm and with his mother removed to this city. He never married and is survived 
by his mother, two sisters, Mrs. John Meisner of this city and Mrs. Mary Kasbaum 
of Newton and three brothers, Herman of Waukesha, William of Newton and Henry of 
this city. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon. Interment was in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 1, 1917
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INJURED IN FALL ON ICY WALK, MAN FAILS TO SURVIVE
William (sic) Klusmeyer, 58(sic), Injured 2 Weeks Ago, 
Never Regained Consciousness and Died Yesterday at Hospital
Injured in a fall on an icy walk on South 12th street, two weeks ago, 
William Klusmeyer, well known resident of this city, died at the 
hospital last night without having regained consciousness. Mr. Klusmeyer 
was on his way to the home of his sister, with whom he resided, when he 
fell on the ice, striking his head and inflicting the injuries which 
proved fatal. Physicians say the brain was affected. 
Deceased was a native of Newton, this county, and was 58 years of age, 
having been born on March 3, 1853. He had made his home in the city for 
some time, residing with his sister, Mrs. John Meissner. Mr. Klusmeyer 
is survived by his aged mother, three brothers and two sisters, William 
of Newton; Herman Klusmeyer of Waukesha, Henry of this city and Mrs. John 
Meissner of this city. The funeral will be held Sunday from the home of 
Henry Klusmeyer.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, January 25, 1917, Page 7
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[age 52 yrs/cause: cerebral hemorrhage]


FREDRICK C. KLUSMEYER    (d. 1998)

Frederick C. Klusmeyer (sic), age 64, of 1216 Hamilton Street, Manitowoc, died 
on Friday, May 29, 1998, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 2, 1998, at First 
German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Officiating will be Pastor Joel 
Otto, with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Frederick was born October 2, 1933, in Manitowoc, son of the late Edwin and 
Hertha Klusmeyer. He attended Manitowoc schools, graduating in 1952 from Lincoln 
High School. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He graduated from 
the County Normal School and earned his Bachelor degree from the University of 
Wisconsin-Whitewater, and spent many rewarding years teaching Special Education 
in the Milwaukee area. He was presently employed at Mirro Foley Co. as a security 
guard, a job which he enjoyed.
Survivors incldue one brother, Henry, Manitowoc; one sister and brother-in-law, 
Elizabeth and Gerrald Sterrenburg, Manitowoc; a nephew, David (Cheryl) Sterrenburg, 
Milwaukee; four nieces, Kim (Mark) Kattner, Sheboygan Falls, Cathy (Paul) Reynolds, 
Woodruff, Tamra (Jay) Fricke, and Wanda (Ed) Hoes, both of Manitowoc. Also 
surviving are grand-nieces and grand-nephews Daniel, Justin, and Anna Sterrenberg, 
Joshua, Jacob, and Zachary Kattner, Elizabeth and Thomas Reynolds, Emily and 
Rachel Fricke, Heidi and Eric Hoes, and David Musselman, as well as many cousins 
and friends, and his dog, Kara.
Friends may call at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church on Tuesday, June 2, 
1998, from 11 a.m. until the time of services at 1:00 p.m.
Memorials would be appreciated to First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, the 
Lakeshore Humane Society, or the Manitowoc County Historical Society Heritage 
Center.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Fred was especially loved and respected by his nieces, nephew, grand-nieces, and 
grand nephews, who could not have thought more highly of their "Unkie Fred". He 
will be greatly missed by his entire family for his wisdom, wit, and kind-
heartedness. We know you are finally home and at peace now with Jesus, Fred.
Herald Times Reporter, May 31, 1998 P. 2


HAROLD KLUSMEYER 

Harold C. (Klus) Klusmeyer, 61, of 1308 Cherry Rd., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
afternoon, August 18, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Bruce Hanstedt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Klusmeyer was born March 10, 1920, at Manitowoc, son of the late Walter and 
Dora Hoefner Klusmeyer. He was graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class 
of 1935?  Mr. Klusmeyer was a World War II veteran, serving in the South Pacific 
with the United States Marines from 1941 to 1945. He married Oneitha Gierke 
July 12, 1947, at Manitowoc. She preceded him in death Aug. 3, 1981. He had been 
employed as a supervisor with Anheuser-Busch Inc., and was a member of First 
Lutheran Church and American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88 of Manitowoc.
Survivors include two brothers and sisters-in-law, Emmet and Loretta Klusmeyer 
and Elroy and Lola Klusmeyer of Manitowoc; five sisters and two brothers-in-law, 
Dorothy and Elmer Vogt, Edith and Robert Luckow, Ethel and Kenneth Seefeldt and 
Loretta and Donald Kroening of Manitowoc and Marion and LeRoy Nell? of Johnson 
Creek, Wis., nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday until 
11 a.m. Friday and then at the church from noon until the time of service. 
Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. The casket will remain 
closed.
Herald Times Reporter, August 19, 1981  P. 3


(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


HENRY KLUSMEYER    (d. 1934)

SHIPYARDS WORKER KILLED IN FALL
Klusmeyer is Victim Today, Neck Broken. Henry Glihsmann Badly Hurt in Fall 
from Staging on Repair Job
One man was killed and another injured in a 25 foot fall from staging at the 
yards of the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Corp. at 11 o'clock this morning.  
Henry Klusmeyer, 64, died shortly after being taken to the Holy Family Hospital. 
He sustained a broken neck. Henry Glihsmann is suffering from a brain concussion, 
several broken ribs and a scalp wound, but his condition is not considered 
critical. The men were engaged in removing the fender from the Pere Marquette 
Carferry No. 21 in the dry dock preparatory to repairing the hull. They, with 
others, were working on a staging. According to unofficial reports of the 
accident, when the fender was loosened it snapped back so suddenly that the 
two men lost their balance and fell to the bottom of the dry dock. The injured 
men were rushed to the hospital, both unconscious.
Klusmeyer's body was unmarked and it was believed he had a broken neck. Glihsmann 
suffered a severe shock but is expected to recover. Klusmeyer, who resided at 
1210 Hamilton Street, had been employed at the shipyards and the Goodrich docks 
for the last 15 years. Glihsmann resides at 722 South 15th Street. The body of 
Klusmeyer was removed to the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and the 
funeral will be held Saturday. Detailed arrangements had not been completed this 
afternoon.
Mr. Klusmeyer was born at Newton, Dec. 27, 1869 and married Rose Kieselhorst at 
Newton November 20, 1901. He is survived by the widow and five children, Mrs. 
Hertha Klusmeyer, Arnold, Clarence, Ervin and Alvin, all of this city. Two 
children, Olga and Wanda, died in infancy. There is one brother, Herman at 
Waukesha, a sister, Mrs. John Meissner, city, and three grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Feb. 28, 1934 page 1
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Plans for the funeral of Henry Klusmeyer who was killed in a fall at the 
shipyards yesterday were completed today. The body was removed to the residence, 
1210 Hamilton Street from Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home this 
afternoon. Services will be held there Saturday at 12:30 pm and at 2 o'clock 
at the First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Eighth and Marshall Streets. 
Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery. The Rev. L.H. Koeninger will officiate. 
Henry Glihsmann, also injured in a fall spent a restful night at the hospital 
and is expected to recover.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, March 1, 1934 page 2
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[bur. 3-3-1934/age 63 yr/cause: compressed fracture of 5th and 6th cervical vertebrae]


HENRY E. KLUSMEYER

Henry E. Klusmeyer, age 63, a resident of 1216 Hamilton Street, Manitowoc, died 
Monday, January 1, 2001, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc, Friday, January 5, 2001 at 11 a.m. The Rev. Bruce Bitter will officiate. 
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Henry was born October 24, 1937 in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. His parents were the late 
Edwin and Hertha Klusmeyer. He was employed for many years at Stangel's Super Value 
Grocery Store in Manitowoc. He was a life-time member of First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church.
Survivors include a sister, Elizabeth (Gerald) Sterrenburg of Manitowoc; a nephew, 
David (Cheryl) Sterrenburg of Milwaukee; four nieces, Kim (Mark) Kattner of 
Sheboygan Falls, Cathy (Paul) Reynolds of Woodruff, Tamra (Jay) Fricke and Wanda 
Sterrenburg (Ed) Hoes, all of Manitowoc; 13 grandnieces and grandnephews, Daniel, 
Justin and Anna Sterrenburg, Joshua, Jacob and Zachary Kattner, Elizabeth and Thomas 
Reynolds, Emily and Rachel Fricke, David Musselman, Heidi and Eric Hoes; also other 
relatives and friends. Henry was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Fred 
and his beloved dog, Kara.
Friends may call at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Friday 10 a.m. until 
the time of services at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorials would be appreciated to 
First German or the Lakeshore Humane Society. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is 
assisting the Klusmeyer family with funeral arrangements.
All of Henry's family would lilke to extend a very special thank you to the staff 
at Shady lane Nursing Care Center for the kind and compassionate care they gave to 
Henry. He will be deeply missed by his family who all loved him very much.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2, 2001 P. A4


HERTHA J. KLUSMEYER

Mrs. Edwin (Hertha) Klusmeyer, 76, of 1216 Hamilton Street, Manitowoc, died 
Sunday evening, Sept. 4, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate with burial at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Klusmeyer was born Sept. 20, 1906 in Manitowoc County, daughter of the late 
Henry and Rose Kieselhorst Klusmeyer. She married Edwin H. Klusmeyer July 24, 1929. 
The couple operated a local restaurant known as Wimpy's Lunch for many years. Mrs. 
Klusmeyer was also a cook for many years at the Manitowoc Health Care Center until 
her retirement in 1971. She was a lifetime member of First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, Edwin; two sons, Henry and Fred Klusmeyer of 
Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth and Gerald Sterrenburg of Manitowoc; 
two brothers and sisters-in-law, Clarence and Ruth Klusmeyer and Ervin and Ethel 
Klusmeyer, both of Manitowoc, five grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, nieces and 
nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.
There will be no Tuesday evening visitation. Friends may call at the church on 
Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials would be appreciated 
to First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Parkside Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 6, 1983   P. 3
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[wife of Edwin H. Klusmeyer]


IDA KLUSMEYER

Mrs. Arno (Ida) Klusmeyer, 80, a resident of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, 
died Friday, April 4, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
be 11 am Monday at Urbanek and Schlie Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, 
Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Klusmeyer was born August 21, 1905 in the Township of Rockland, Manitowoc 
County, daughter of the late August and Ida Krumm Dreger. She grew up and was 
educated in the Township of Rockland and also attended Sheboygan Business College. 
She married Arno Klusmeyer in 1930 at Waukegan, Illinois. After marriage the 
couple moved to Manitowoc where Mrs. Klusmeyer has been a Manitowoc residence 
since. He preceded her in death on August 20, 1961. 
Mrs. Klusmeyer was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Joanne and Frederick Hense of 
Sheboygan; a brother, Gerhardt Dreger of Collins, Wisconsin; a sister, Synona 
Doutre of Manitowoc; a nephew, Gordon Dreger of Collins; two nieces, Evelyn 
Steinpries of Winneconne, Wisconsin and Beatrice Krueger of Collins and other 
relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by three sisters.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold 9th Street Chapel, 
5 pm to 8 pm Sunday and Monday until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., April 5, 1986 page 13
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[widow of Arno Klusmeyer]


JAMES RICHARD KLUSMEYER    (d. 2003)

Klusmeyer, James R. "Jim" May 19, 2003. Age 70 years. Brother of Janet (John) 
Selzer. Special uncle of Janice (Mike) Gagliano and the late Gerard (Susan) 
Clark. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation Friday 
9:30-11:30 AM at the funeral home. NO FORMAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD. Private 
interment Evergreen Cemetery-Manitowoc, WI. In lieu of flowers, memorials to 
the family appreciated. MAX A. SASS & SONS GREENRIDGE CHAPEL 4747 S. 60th St.
No newspaper cited


JOHN HENRY KLUSMEYER    (b. 1935)

John Henry Klusmeyer, age 72, of 3716 Rasher St., Manitowoc, entered eternal 
life on Sunday, July 8, 2007, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. 
John was born on Jan. 20, 1935, in Manitowoc. He was the son of the late Ervin 
and Ethel Reibold Klusmeyer. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the 
class of 1954. John was employed with Manitowoc Cranes and Burger Boat Company. 
John and his wife, Janice, operated Big John's Bar. While operating the bar, 
John also worked at the Holiday House in Manitowoc. John then became employed 
with the city of Manitowoc during which time he worked at the Manitowoc Senior 
Center, Manitowoc City Hall, and was a bridge tender until he retired. On 
Oct. 11, 1958, he married Janice Crabb in Manitowoc. John loved to spend time 
with his family and friends. He always was the "handyman." He loved to ride his 
Harley Davidson and was the president of the Sidekicks Motorcycle Club. 
He is survived by his wife of 48 years: Janice; two daughters and one son-in-law: 
Jacqualine Klusmeyer and special friend, Terry Handl, and Jill and Scott Cochrane, 
all of Manitowoc; two sons and on daughter-in-law: James Klusmeyer, and Joel 
(Becky) Klusmeyer, all of Manitowoc; one son-in-law: Russ Lau, Two Rivers; two 
sisters: Jane Brault, Manitowoc, and Barb Schwehart, Two Rivers; two sisters-
in-law: Jane (John) Polnow, Rockford, Ill., and Mary Lou Wypiszynski, Lake 
Mills; two brothers-in-law: Charles (Stella) Crabb, Two Rivers and Richard Baes, 
Gasport, N.Y.; grandchildren: Nichole (John) Abitz; Sarah, Stephanie, Ashley, 
Johathon Oakley; Hope Klusmeyer; Makayla Lau; Jamie Malauf; James Klusmeyer Jr.; 
Katrina, Amanda, John, Joseph, Kelly Jo Klusmeyer; and Samantha Fuller; four 
great-grandchildren: Keiana, Paige, Ashton and Jada; and many nieces, nephews, 
along with other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by a daughter: Julie Lau; his parents: Ervin and Ethel 
Klusmeyer; father-in-law and mother-in-law: Lawerence and Myrtle Crabb; five 
brothers-in-law: Robert Wypiszynsk; David Hoffman; David Brault; Robert Schwehart; 
and James Crabb; and two sisters-in-law: Nina Crabb and Lois Baes. 
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral 
Home with the Rev. Robert V. Krejcie officiating. Burial will take place at Evergreen 
Cemetery with a procession leaving the funeral home at 10 a.m. on Friday with grave-
side services being held at 10:15 a.m. 
Relatives and friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Thursday 
from 3 p.m. until the time of service at 7 p.m. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, North 11th and St. Clair 
streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nursing staff at Holy 
Family Memorial Medical Center on Fifth Floor East, the Intensive Care Unit and 
River's Bend for all the care and support during John's stay. 
Herald Times Reporter, July 10, 2007 


JOHN R. "PAPA JOHN" KLUSMEYER    (b. 1948)

John R. Klusmeyer, age 59, of 1415 N. Fourth St., Manitowoc, died early on Friday 
morning, July 13, 2007, at River's Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. 
John was born on Feb. 28, 1948, in Manitowoc, son of Emmet and Loretta (Endries) 
Klusmeyer. He was a 1966 graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. He was married 
to the former Jean Grall, and later married to the former Ellen Scholl. John was 
employed with the city of Manitowoc, and later with Natural Ovens. Until the time of 
his illness, he proudly owned and operated JK Services of Manitowoc. John was a member 
of HOG and was an avid sportsman and model train enthusiast. He was happiest riding 
his Harley, working in the garage, and spending time with his family, especially his 
grandkids. 
Survivors include his parents: Emmet and Loretta Klusmeyer, Manitowoc; two daughters 
and one son-in-law: Heather Goin, St. Nazianz, and Sara and Joseph Schuetze, 
Manitowoc; five grandchildren: Draven, Corbin, Samantha, Aries and Kadira; his 
former wife and mother of his children: Jean Kouba, Shoto; former wife: Ellen Scholl-
Losse, Florida; and one brother and sister-in-law: Kenneth A. and Sandra Klusmeyer, 
Torrance, Calif. Other relatives and friends survive.
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, July 16, 2007, at the Reinbold & 
Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Monsignor Jim Vanden 
Hogen will officiate, with burial to take place on Tuesday at Evergreen Cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 3 p.m. until the 
time of service at 7 p.m. 
A special thank you to the staff of River's Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center for 
taking such good care of our dad. Thank You!! 
Herald Times Reporter, July 14, 2007 


LAURA E. KLUSMEYER

Funeral services for Mrs. William Klusmeyer, 66, of 1011 1/2 Milwaukee Ave., 
South Milwaukee, who died Tuesday morning at Trinity Memorial Hospital, South 
Milwaukee, will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Klusmeyer, nee Laura Bashow, was born Aug. 14, 1903, at Arkansaw, Wis., 
daughter of the late George and Armita Patnode Bashow. They moved to Manitowoc 
in 1920. She was married to William Klusmeyer June 21, 1922, at Manitowoc. Her 
husband preceded her in death Oct. 13, 1969.
Survivors include three sons, William Jr., Lloyd M. and James of Milwaukee; a 
daughter, Mrs. James Selzer, of Milwaukee; two brothers, Marvin of Ventura, Calif. 
and Leonard of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Carl Hoefner, of Manitowoc and eight 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home, State Street entrance, after 6 o'clock this 
Wednesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 15, 1970
*******
[d. 04-14-1970 at Milwaukee WI/age 66 yrs./widow of William H. Klusmeyer]
(14 Aug 1903/Apr 1970/SSDI)


LORETTA R. KLUSMEYER

Loretta R. Klusmeyer age 93, of 1415 N. 4th St. Manitowoc, died unexpectedly, 
Tuesday February 26, 2013 at her residence. 
Loretta was born on October 7, 1919 in the Town of Meeme Manitowoc County, 
daughter of the late Clements and Emily (Riesterer) Endries. She attended St. 
Gregory's School in St. Nazianz. On April 30, 1946 Loretta was married to 
Emmet E. Klusmeyer at St. Gregory Catholic Church in St. Nazianz. Emmet 
preceded her in death on July 1, 2008. Loretta was a past member of Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church and a current member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. 
She enjoyed gardening, traveling, sewing, crocheting and babysitting for her 
grandchildren and great grandchildren and the neighborhood children who thought 
of her as grandma. Loretta also enjoyed visiting and volunteering at Northridge 
Medical and Rehabilitation Center.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law: Kenneth A. (Sandra) Klusmeyer, 
Manitowoc; two granddaughters: Heather Klusmeyer, Manitowoc; Sara Schuetze, 
Manitowoc; five great grandchildren: Draven Wagner, Aries and Kadira Goin, 
Corbin and Samantha Schuetze; two brothers and three sisters-in-law: Roman 
(Lenore) Endries, Manitowoc; Alfred (Kathleen) Endries, Pipe; Monica Endries, 
Chilton; one sister and one brother-in-law: Marjorie Bushman, Howards Grove; 
Melvin Mueller, St. Nazianz; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends survive. 
She was preceded in death by her parents: Clements and Emily Endries; her husband: 
Emmet E. Klusmeyer; her son: John R. Klusmeyer; three sisters and four brothers-
in-law: Rita (Henry) Wilke, Jeanette Mueller, Dolores (Leo) Burkart, Leland 
Bushman; one brother: Alphonse Endries.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 2, 2013 at St. Francis 
of Assisi Parish, Marshall St. site. The Rev. Richard Klingeisen will celebrate 
the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Relatives 
and friends may call at the church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of 
services at 11:00 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is 
assisting the Klusmeyer family with funeral arrangements. Online condolences may 
be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com. Memorial donations may be made to 
the charity of the donor's choice. 


MELVIN C. KLUSMEYER

Melvin C. Klusmeyer, 67, of Manitowoc County Health Care Center, died Friday 
evening, June 5, at the center. 
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate with cremation to 
follow.
Mr. Klusmeyer was born Oct. 20, 1913, at Newtonburg, son of the late Henry and 
Rosie Kieselhorst Klusmeyer. He was a lifelong resident of Manitowoc where he 
worked for many years for the City of Manitowoc. He was a lifelong member of 
First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include two brothers and sisters-in-law, Clarence and Ruth Klusmeyer, 
and Ervin and Ethel Klusmeyer of Manitowoc; a sister and brother-in-law, Hertha 
and Edwin Klusmeyer of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. 
He was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters in infancy.
There will be no Sunday evening visitation. Friends may call at the church from 
10 a.m. Monday until the hour of service. Memorials are appreciated to First 
German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc,. Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 7, 1981 P. 3
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[cremains/bur. on Henry Klusmeyer lot]


OLGA KLUSMEYER    (d. 1905)

Olga Klusmeyer
birth: 13 October 1904 Manitowoc
death: 22 June 1905 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: Henry Klusmeyer
mother: Rosa
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[bur. 06-24-1905/age 8 mo./cause: whooping cough]


OLGA S. KLUSMEYER    (d. 1979)

Mrs. Elmer F. (Olga S.) Klusmeyer, 78, formerly of 1011 S. 25th St., Manitowoc, 
died Sunday morning in Manitowoc Health Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Larry Ellenberger will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mrs. Klusmeyer, nee Olga Jacobson, was born Aug. 17, 1900, in Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late Louis and Annie Hansen Jacobson. She was educated in Two Rivers and 
had resided in Manitowoc the past 56 years. She was married to Elmer F. Klusmeyer 
June 5, 1930, in First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Mr. 
Klusmeyer preceded her in death Oct. 4, 1957. Mrs. Klusmeyer was a member of 
Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, Ladies Aid Society of the church and 
Manitowoc Senior Citizens.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Judith and Earl Musgrave of 
Noble, Okla., and Dorothy and Robert Pankratz of Manitowoc, 11 grandchildren 
and three great grandchildren.
Friends may call in Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 o'clock to 
9 o'clock this Monday afternoon and in the church from noon Tuesday until the 
time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, January 8, 1979   P. 3
*********
[widow of Elmer Klusmeyer]


ONEITHA L. KLUSMEYER

Mrs. Harold Oneitha (Babe) Klusmeyer, of 1308 Cherry Rd., Manitowoc, died Monday 
evening at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Richard Lind will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Klusmeyer, nee Oneitha Gierke, was born Nov. 5, 1915, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late William and Anna Jacquette Gierke. She attended Manitowoc Schools and 
was graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1933. She was married to 
Harold Klusmeyer July 2, 1947, at Manitowoc, where they have resided since. Mr. 
Klusmeyer was employed as a payroll clerk with Manitowoc Company for many years. 
She was a member of First Lutheran Church, Altar Society and Women's Guild of the 
church and Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.
Survivors include her husband, Harold of Manitowoc and four sisters and two 
brothers-in-law, Myrtle Roeming of Manitowoc, Viola and Howard Duebner of Port 
Saint Lucie, Fl., Lillian Cherney of Long Beach, Calif., and Nina and Jacob Meyer 

of Sheboygan. A brother preceded her in death.
Friends may all at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 
9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday, and at First Lutheran Church from noon until the hour 
of service. Memorials may be made to First Lutheran Church for Memorial Hospital. 
The casket will remain closed.
Herald Times Reporter, August 4, 1981  P. 3


REINE M. KLUSMEYER

Mrs. Edward W. (Reine M.) Klusmeyer, 83, formerly of 1315 S. 12th St., Manitowoc, 
died early Saturday morning in Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday in First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Kock will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Klusmeyer was born June 1, 1895, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Gustave K. 
and Anna M. Bull Neubauer. She was educated in First German Lutheran School and 
was a 1910 graduate of Manitowoc High School, Manitowoc. She was married to 
Edward W. Klusmeyer Sept. 1, 1917, in First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. He preceded her in death Feb. 23, 1977. She was a member of First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church and Ladies Aid of the church.
Survivors include a son-in-law, Paul Krainik of Manitowoc; a granddaughter, Mrs. 
James (Suzanne) Weyer of Afton, Minn.; and two great grandchildren, Bridget and 
Brent Weyer. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Mrs. Ruth Krainik, and a 
brother, Ray Neubauer.
Friends may call in Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc after 6 o'clock 
this Sunday evening and in the church on Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of 
services. Memorials may be made to First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Herald Times Reporter, February 11, 1979  P. 3


ROSA KLUSMEYER

Mrs. Henry Klusmeyer, 60, of 1210 Hamilton street, died early today, following 
a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 pm. from the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran church, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Mrs. Klusmeyer, nee Rose Kieselhorst, was born in Newton in 1882 and in 1901 was 
married to Mr. Klusmeyer. They located in this city. Mr. Klusmeyer died eight and 
a half years ago.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Edwin Klusmeyer, city, four sons, Arnold, Clarence, 
Erwin and Melvin, all of this city; brother, Ferdinand of Newton; sister, Mrs. 
Charles Christensen of Cato; and seven grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from 
Wednesday noon until Thursday at 10 a.m. when it will be moved to the church. 
It may be viewed there until 2 p.m. when the casket will be closed.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 10, 1942  P. 2
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[d. 11-10-1942/age 60 yrs./cause: cancer of pancreas/wife of Henry Klusmeyer]


RUSSELL H. KLUSMEYER

Funeral services for Baby Russell, the only child of Mr. and Mrs. William 
Klusmeyer who died last evening, will be held at 2:00 Saturday afternoon 
from the home at 1201 Green street and burial will be at Evergreen cemetery. 
Rev. O. A. Menke to officiate at the services. The baby was born on August 
2nd and had been ill the past two weeks.
Manitowoc Herald News, November 16, 1923  P. 2.
*******
[bur 11-17-1923/cause: convulsions/bur on William Klusmeyer lot]


RUTH KLUSMEYER    (d. 1991)

Mrs. Ruth E. Klusmeyer, age 82, of 816 Wilson St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday, 
Dec. 18, 1991 at Park lawn Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 11 am 
Saturday at St. John's United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. Rev. Robert Meyer 
will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Oct. 7,, 1909 at Newton, Wis., daughter of the late Louis and Emma 
Kansier Groelle. She was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. She 
married Clarence W. Klusmeyer on Sept. 5, 1936 at Newton, Wis. He preceded her 
in death Nov. 5, 1986. She was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ.
Survivors include two daughters, Nancy L. (Joel) Herter of Elmhurst, Ill., Kay L. 
(Jack) Falcus of Appleton; four grandchildren, Lynnette (Russell) Driver of 
Elmhurst, Ill., Lisa Herter of Elmhurst, Ill., John Falcus attending Marquette 
University, Milwaukee, Melissa Herter attending the UW- Milwaukee; a great 
granddaughter, Callin Elizabeth Driver of Elmhurst, Ill.; a sister, Elma Wessa 
of Milwaukee; two sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law, Evelynne Groelle of 
Manitowoc, Ervin and Ethel Klusmeyer of Manitowoc, also nieces, nephews other 
relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Delvin and 
Louis Groelle and a sister, Irene DeBruin.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Friday from 5-8 pm and 
Saturday at the church from 10 am until the time of services. Memorials would 
be appreciated to St. John's United Church of Christ, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Dec. 19, 1991 page B10


WALTER H. KLUSMEYER

Walter H. Klusmeyer, 86, a resident of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, died Monday 
evening, March 30, at the home.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Klusmeyer was born May 5, 1894, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Wilhelm 
and Bertha Strodthoff Klusmeyer. He grew up in the Town of Newton and attended 
St. John Evangelical Lutheran School at Newtonburg. As a young man he moved to 
Manitowoc, residing here since. He married Dorothea Hoefner Oct. 25, 1919. at St. 
John Evangelical Lutheran Church. She preceded him in death March 9, 1956. He had 
worked for the former Rahr Malting Company 40 years, retiring in 1960, and was a 
member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors incldue three sons and daughters-in-law, Harold E. and Oneitha Klusmeyer, 
Emmet E. and Loretta Klusmeyer and Elroy H. and Lola Klusmeyer of Manitowoc; five 
daughters and sons-in-law, Dorothy and Elmer Vogt, Edith and Robert Luckow, Ethel 
and Kenneth Seefeldt and Loretta and Donald Kroening of Manitowoc and Marion and 
Leroy Neil of Johnson Creek; a brother, Edwin Klusmeyer of Manitowoc, 16 grand-
children, 10 great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Two brothers and a sister 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday 
until 11 a.m. Thursday and then at the church from noon until the time of service. 
Memorials may be made to First German Evangelical Lutheran Church or Manitowoc 
Lutheran High School.
Herald Times Reporter, Marcy 31, 1981 P. 3


WANDA KLUSMEYER

Death claimed Wanda, the three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry 
Klusemeyer at the family home at 1210 Hamilton street, early today. The 
child suffered an attack of measles and before recovery an attack of 
brain fever set in which resulted in death. The sympathy of friends is 
extended to Mr. and Mrs. Klusemeyer in their bereavement. Funeral 
arrangements have not been made.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, October 24, 1919 Page 3
*******
[bur. 10-26-1919][cause: scarlet fever/bur. on Henry Klusmeyer lot]


WILLIAM KLUSMEYER  (d. 1917)

William Klusmeyer, age 57 years(sic), died Saturday night at his home on Hancock 
Street, after a long illness. The deceased was born in Newton where he lived on 
a farm until he moved to this city when his health failed several years ago. 
Besides his wife, he is survived by five children, four sons, Elmer, Walter, 
William and Edwin, all of this city and one daughter, Mrs. Lillian Stege of 
Antigo. He is also survived by two brothers, Herman of Waukesha and Henry of 
this city and two sisters, Mrs. John Meisner of this city and Mrs. Mary Kasbaum 
of Newton. He is also survived by his aged mother. The funeral was held Wednesday 
afternoon from the home. Interment was in Evergreen Cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Jan. 10, 1918
********
[bur. 01-09-1918/cause: cerebral hemorrage]


WILLIAM H. KLUSMEYER    (d. 1969)

William H. Klusmeyer, 71, of 3615 W. National Ave., Milwaukee, died Monday 
morning at Trinity Memorial Hospital, Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
William Klusmeyer was born Feb. 5, 1898, at Manitowoc, son of the late William 
and Bertha Strothoff. He married Laura Bashaw at Manitowoc and they moved to 
Milwaukee 20 years ago.
Survivors include his wife; three sons, William Jr., Lloyd M. and James of 
Milwaukee; a daughter, Mrs. Janet Selzer, of Milwaukee; two brothers, Walter 
and Edwin of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Linda Stege, of Antigo; and eight 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 p.m. Wednesday until the time of 
services Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 13, 1969  P. 11
*********
[d. 10-13-1969 at Cuday WI/age 71 yrs]
(05 Feb 1898/Oct 1969/SSDI)


BERTHA L.M. KNAAK

Bertha L Krack
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Bertha L Krack
Color/Sex: White Female
Age: 14 years
Father: Carl Krack
Mother: Henriette Krack
Birthplace: Germany
Birth Date: 13 Apr 1870
Death Date: 17 May 1884
Death County: Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: Consumption
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
Bertha Krack
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name	Bertha Krack
Death Date	17 May 1884
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume  01
Page number  0470
Reel	049
Image	0096
Index Volume  01
Sequence Number	206839
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
*****
[bur 03-30-1884]
(Note from cemetery office: The Burial Register only has 
them each listed as "daughter of Carl Knaak" (no 1st names).)


CARL G. KNAAK

From Der Nord Westen, 14 Jan. 1892:
On Mon. afternoon Carl Knaak died here in Manitowoc. The deceased, who had
lost his only son just 5 weeks ago, recently came down with the flu. However,
he continued to report for work at his place of employment, Rahr's Brewery. 
Over the period of a week he grew steadily sicker and ultimately was confined 
to his bed where he died on Monday. Mr. Knaak was 41 yrs. old and is survived 
by his widow, his mother, and one daughter. The funeral will take place this 
afternoon at  the Lutheran Church.
********
[cause: inf. of the bowels & La Grippe]


EMMA M.T. KNAAK

Emma H T Knaak
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Emma H T Knaak
Color/Sex: White Female
Age: 10 yrs
Father: Carl Knaak
Mother: Henriette Knaak
Birthplace: Waltersdorf Prus.
Birth Date: 26 Jan 1875
Death Date: 28 Mar 1885
Death County: Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: Inflam of Bowels
Burial place: Ev. Green Cemetery
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[bur 05-20-1885]
(Note from cemetery office: The Burial Register only has 
them each listed as "daughter of Carl Knaak" (no 1st names).)


HENRIETTA KNAAK

Death on Mon. evening, following a long illness, of 61-yr. old S. 9th St. 
resident Mrs. Henriette Knaak. The deceased, who had lived in our city over 
40 yrs., suffered a series of bereavements in recent years - 4 children and 
her husband died one after the other. She is survived by one sister. The 
funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 14 Feb. 1901
********
DEATH BRINGS A KEEN SORROW
Death has seldom brought a deeper sorrow to friends than in the 
announcement of the demise of Mrs. Henrietta Knaak, which occurred 
at her home 1402 South Ninth Street, Monday evening, after a 
protracted illness. 
Mrs. Knaak was 61 years of age and had been a resident of the city 
for more than 40 years. Of late she had been an invalid, and the 
closing years of her life were marked by sorrow and trouble. A 
happy family, a few years ago, death entered its midst and one by 
one the children, four in number, were claimed, until but one 
remained. The father's health was broken by the death of his children 
and he too gave up.
With the death of her husband, the health of Mrs. Knaak failed rapidly 
and although tenderly cared for by a loving daughter, who is now the 
sole survivor of the family, she was unable to recuperate and at last 
the presence of the Grim Messenger released her to join the loved ones 
gone before. Mrs. Knaak was a woman loved and esteemed by a large 
circle of friends and many a heart will be saddened in the knowledge 
that she is no more. To the bereaved daughter, Miss Augusta, the 
sympathy of the community will go out. The funeral will be held Friday. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, February 12, 1901, p. 1
********
Deaths of a Week:
The death of Mrs. Henrietta Kanaak of 1402 South Ninth street, was 
announced last Monday. At the time of her death Mrs. Kanaak was 
sixty-one years old and she had been a resident of the city for forty 
years.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 14, 1901 pg. 1
*********
Henrietta Knack  (sic)
birth: 1840 Germany (sic)
death: 12 February 1901 Newton, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1901 Manitowoc
spouse: Carl Knack
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*********
[cause: infl. of the bowels]
(Note from cemetery office: The Burial Register only has 
them each listed as "daughter of Carl Knaak" (no 1st names).)


JULIUS P.A. KNAAK

From Der Nord Westen, 10 Dec. 1891:
Death on Thurs. of 9 yr. old Julius Knaack. The burial took place Sun.
********
[cause: typhoid fever]
(Note from cemetery office: The Burial Register only has 
them each listed as "daughter of Carl Knaak" (no 1st names).)


FREDERICKA SPLITT KNABE

Mrs. William Knabe, 84, of 724 Cleveland Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Thursday 
at First Lutheran Church Chapel, Manitowoc. The Rev. George Knudson will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Knabe, the former Frieda Schroeder, was born June 15, 1882 in Germany, 
daughter of the late Charles and Frederica Jens Schroeder, and came to Milwaukee 
as an infant with her parents. In 1899 she was married at Milwaukee to Louis F. 
Splitt, a pioneer automotive engineer and manufacturer of the Star Motor Car. 
The couple came to Manitowoc in 1909 where he died in 1914.
In 1916, she was married to William Knabe. He died in November of 1965. Mrs. 
Knabe had been a member for more than 50 years of First Lutheran Church and its 
Ladies Aid Society.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Francis M. (Lillian) Kadow, Mrs. Erwin (Myrtle) 
Vieweger and Mrs. Winfield (Dorothy) Wack of Manitowoc; a son, Lancia Knabe, of 
Appleton; a sister, Mrs. Helmer Miller of Milwaukee and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Ninth Street entrance, 
Manitowoc, after 4 pm Wednesday until noon Thursday when the casket will be moved 
to the church chapel where the body will lie in state until time of service. 
Memorials may be sent to First Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, Nov. 1, 1966 page T3
*********
[d. 11-1-1966/age 84 yrs/widow of William Knabe/bur. on Mrs. Harry J. Wagner lot]


WILLIAM KNABE

William Knabe, 82, of 724 Cleveland Ave., Manitowoc, died Thursday evening at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Vernon Anderson will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery Manitowoc.
Mr. Knabe was born March 2, 1883 at Sheboygan, son of the late Karl and 
Wilhelmina Stock Knabe. He married Mrs. Louis J. (Freida) Splitt in 1917 at 
Manitowoc. He was a former street car operator on the Traction Co. line between 
Manitowoc and Two Rivers, and was elevator operator at the Manitowoc Motor Hotel 
until retirement.
He is survived by his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Winfield Waak, two stepdaughters, 
Mrs. Francis Kadow and Mrs. Erwin Vieweger, of Manitowoc; a step-son, Lance 
Splitt of Appleton; two brothers, Adolph and Charles, of Sheboygan and a sister, 
Mrs. Clara Ruefenhacht, of West Bend, and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 26, 1965 P.6
**********
[d. 11-25-1965/age 82 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Harry J. Wagner lot]


L. CONLEY KNAPP

L.(Lou) Conley Knapp, 62, operator of a bus line, died of a heart attack 
while alone Friday night at his home, 523 North Ninth St, Manitowoc. He 
was found by his wife when she returned from the Masquer play at Washington 
Junior High School.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Dr. C.H. Phipps of First Presbyterian church will 
officiate and interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
A veteran in the transportation business, Mr. Knapp established the original 
municipal bus line for Minneapolis, which he sold in 1918. For years he 
directed the Lakeshore Transportation Company which operated a bus between 
Manitowoc and Fond Du Lac with headquarters in Manitowoc. He also served as 
vice president of the Wisconsin Bus Association, and was a member of the 
Manitowoc Elks Lodge and Izzak Walton League chapter.
Mr. Knapp was born December 13, 1890, at Oshkosh where he attended schools 
until he left to study at a motor engineer school at Minneapolis. Shortly 
thereafter he set up the bus line there. In 1918 he married the former 
Loretta Higgins of Minneapolis and after selling the bus line interests the 
couple moved to Canada. Five years later the Knapps came to Manitowoc.
Survivors include the wife, two sons, Quentin of New Orleans, La., and Wayne 
of Manitowoc: Two brothers, Burt of Oshkosh, and Harry of Tomah Wisc: two 
sister Mrs. Jack Zales of Los Angeles and Mrs. Ed Cope of Fontana Calif., 
and a grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home after noon Sunday until hour of services 
Monday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday November 22, 1952
*********
[d. 11-21-1952/age 62 yrs.]


LORETTA KNAPP

Mrs. Loretta Knapp, 90, of 523 N. 9th St, Manitowc, died Sunday Morning 
July 1, 1990 at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 
11 a.m. Thursday at Reinbold & Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Rev. William B. Plank will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery,
Manitowoc.
She was born February 6, 1900, at Minneapolis, Minnesota, daughter of the 
late Daniel and Sara (Cafferty) Higgins. She grew up and was educated at 
Minneapolis and in 1923 moved to Manitowoc. She married L. Conley Knapp 
and he preceded her in death November 21, 1952. She was the past president 
of the Elks Ladies from 1949 to 1960.
Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Wayne J. Knapp of Manitowoc, 
Quentin and Jean Knapp of Tampa Florida, grandchildren, and five great 
grandchildren, a great great granddaughter and other relatives and friends 
survive. (Names omitted for privacy)
She was  preceded in death by three brothers.
Friends may call Reinbold & Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei funeral Home after 
9 a.m. Thursday morning until time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday July 2, 1990
*********
[age 90 yrs./widow of L. Conley Knapp]


QUENTIN C. KNAPP

Quentin C. Knapp, age 72, of Gibsonton, Florida, died Tuesday, 
November 10, 1992, at Atlantic City Medical Center, Pomona, N.J.
Funeral services will be held this Friday, at 2 p.m. at Reinbold 
Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home with the Rev. William 
Zimmer officiating and burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
He was born February 1, 1920, at Cambria, Wisconsin, son of the 
late L. Conley and Loretta (Higgins) Knapp. He was raised in 
Manitowoc, he resided in Linwood New Jersey for 33 years until 
his retirement when he moved to Florida. While living in New Jersey 
he was a merchant seaman working for Mobil Oil Company. He was 
vacationing in New Jersey at the time of his death. He was married 
to the former Jean M. Schmitz.
His wife Jean survives in Gibsonton, Florida: three daughters, five 
grandchildren, one great grandaughter, and one brother, Wayne Knapp, 
Manitowoc.
Friends may call Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home 
from 1 p.m. until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, Thursday November 12, 1992
*******
[died at Galloway Township NJ/age 72 yrs./husband of Jean M. Knapp]


WAYNE KNAPP

Wayne J. Knapp, age 74, a Manitowoc resident died Monday April 3, 2000, 
at St. Rose Dominican Hospital, Henderson, Nevada.
Funeral Services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday April 8, 2000, at the 
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev William B. Plank 
will officiate, with burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
Wayne was born October 1, 1925, at Manitowoc, son of the late L. Conley 
and Lauretta (Higgins) Knapp. He was employed with various companies in 
the Great Lake Merchant Marine. He was a veteran of the World War II 
serving in the United States Army. He was a member of the National Maritime 
Union and the Seafarers International Union.
Wayne is survived by three nieces, Patricia Knapp, Gibsonton, Fla., Barbara 
and Bruce Jones, Henderson, Nev., Francine and Bob DeSalvio, Connecticut; 
seven great nieces and nephews, and a sister-in-law, Jean Knapp, Gibsonton, Fla. 
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one brother, Quentin in 
1992.
Relatives and friends may call at Reinhold & Pfeffer Family Funeral home, 
Saturday from 2 p.m. until the time of service at 3p.m
Herald Times Reporter, April 7, 2000 p.A2
******
(01 Oct 1925/03 Apr 2000/SSDI)


WALTER J. KNATZKE

Walter J. Knatzke, age 66, a resident of Rivers Bend Health & Rehabilitation 
Center, Manitowoc, formerly of 1555 Hempton Circle, Cato, entered eternal 
life early on Wednesday morning, April 14, 2010, at Rivers Bend Health & 
Rehabilitation Center.
Walter was born on May 30, 1943, in Suamico, Wis. He was the son of the late 
Nicholas and Norma Peterson Knatzke. Walter attended schools in the Oconto 
Public School system. He had been employed with the Techumseh Company in New 
Holstein for 37 years. On Feb. 4, 1967, he married Karen Kubichka at St. 
Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Walter was a member of the National Rifle 
Association. He loved to travel and toured the United States. Walter enjoyed 
hunting, collecting guns and working on guns as a gunsmith. He also was a car 
collector and hobbyist.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by one brother: Russell "Joe" Knatzke; one sister: 
Isabelle Wagner.
There will be a gathering for relatives and friends in honor and in celebration 
of Wally's life on Monday, April 19, 2010, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Harrigan 
Parkside Funeral Home. Cremation has taken place and burial of the cremains will 
follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
A special thank you from our family goes to the staff at Rivers Bend Health & 
Rehabilitation Center for the care and support that was given to Wally while he 
resided there.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, N. 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 15, 2010


AMANDA M. KNAUER

MRS. KNAUER DIES TODAY
Wife of Heating Contractor Was 41 Years Old
After only a brief illness Mrs. Amanda Knauer, wife of Edgar P.
Knauer, heating contractor, 849 North 18th street, died this morning.
She was 41.
Funeral arrangements have not been completed.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Amanda Koch was born in Kossuth,
the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Koch. She was married 19 years
ago to Mr. Knauer and except for a short residence in Milwaukee,
always resided in Manitowoc.
Survivors are the husband, four sons, Kenneth, Edgar Jr., Gene Allen
and Bernard; a brother, Leonard, city, three sisters, Mrs. Albert
Rezba, Francis Creek, Mrs. Reinhardt Zipperer, Kossuth and Mrs. Joseph
Biely, city; and the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Koch, Kossuth.
The body is at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, and funeral services will be
held from there at a date to be announced Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Tuesday, November 6, 1934  pg. 2
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Knauer Funeral Rites Will Be Held Friday
Funeral services fro Mrs. Edgar Knauer, North 18th street, who died
Tuesday will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Pfeffer Funeral Home.
They will be in charge of the Rev. Walden and interment will be at
Evergreen cemetery. The body is at the funeral home where it may be
viewed.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Wednesday, November 7, 1934  pg. 2
********
[bur. 11-9-1934/age 41 yrs/cause: cancer of colon/
bur. on Edgar P. Knauer lot]


EDGAR P. KNAUER

Edgar P. Knauer, 84, of 1407 Nagle Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning in 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday in Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Edmund Olson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Knauer was born July 26, 1894, in Plymouth, son of the late Otto and 
Catherine Giesman Knauer. He attended schools in Plymouth and later was 
graduated from International Correspondence School in Heating and Ventilating, 
moving to Manitowoc in 1914. He married Amanda Koch in November, 1915, in 
Manitowoc and was employed with Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., as a steam fitter 
until 1921, when he became an independent heating contractor, retiring in 1959. 
Mrs. Knauer preceded him in death in 1934. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran 
Church, former member of the Library Board and a member of Manitowoc Masonic 
Lodge F and AM, Manitowoc Chapter N. 16, R and AM, Manitowoc Council No. 18 
R and SM. He was also a member and past commander of Manitowoc Commandery 
Knights of Templar No. 45, and a member of Wisconsin Scottish Rite Consistory 
and Tripoli Shrine of Milwaukee.
Survivors include three sons and three daughters-in-law, Edgar and Arline Knauer 
of Manitowoc, Bernard and Elaine Knauer of Waukegan, Ill., Gene Knauer of 
Plymouth and Mrs. Marie Knauer of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Henry (Irma) Becker 
of Milwaukee, eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A son, Kenneth, 
and a brother, Milton, preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Jens Funeral Home 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, where a 
Masonic memorial service will be at 7 p.m. A memorial fund has been established 
in his name.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2, 1979  P. 3
********
(Edgar Knauer 26 Jul 1894 Jan 1979/SSDI)


GENE A. KNAUER

Gene A. Knauer, age 92, of Plymouth, passed away early Tuesday morning (July 23) 
at his home.
He was born February 1, 1921 in Manitowoc, WI, son of the late Edgar and Amanda 
(Koch) Knauer.
He attended Manitowoc Grade School and graduated from Manitowoc High School in 
1939.
He worked for his father, E.P. Knauer (Heating and Steamfitter) for 20 years.
He managed Vi's Valley Inn for over 50 years which became Rosie's Valley Inn and 
for the past 6 years was mentor to Rosie. 
Gene is survived by Dennis and Rosie May and all his longtime Valley Inn friends.
Following Gene's wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation 
or funeral services. 
Sheboygan Press, July 25, 2013 


KENNETH E. KNAUER

Kenneth E. Knauer, 42, of 1407 Nagel Ave., Manitowoc, died Monday evening at Wood 
Hospital, Milwaukee. He had been a patient there the past 11 months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with 
the Rev. Richard Schmitz officiating. Graveside military services will be conducted 
by Masonic Lodge 65 F. and A.M. and by Drews-Bleser American Legion Post 88, 
Manitowoc. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Knauer was born Feb. 7, 1917, at Manitowoc, son of Edgar and the late Mrs. 
Amanda Koch Knauer. He attended public schools at Manitowoc and was graduated from 
Lincoln High School in 1936. Mr. Knauer married the former Marie Silbersack Nov. 28, 
1947, at Two Rivers. He was a heating engineer in business with his father at 
Manitowoc. Mr. Knauer was a member of the Masonic Lodge No. 65 F. and A.M. Manitowoc 
Chapter No. 16 of the Royal Arch Masons, Eagles Aerie 706 and Plumber and Steamfitters 
Local No. 45. He was a veteran of World War II, entering the service in 1942, as a 
T-Sgt. and participated in the Rhineland Campaign with the 901st Ordinance Co.
Survivors include the wife, father, three brothers, Edgar Jr. and Gene of Manitowoc 
and Bernard of Wisconsin Rapids.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 2, 1960
*********
[d. at VA Hosp. Wood WI/bur. on Edgar P. Knauer lot]


MARIE L. KNAUER

Mrs. Marie Libby Knauer, 71, formerly of 936 S. 36th Street, Manitowoc, died 
Monday evening, February 13, 1989 at Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc. Funeral 
services will be 10 am Wednesday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Alfred 
Klumb will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Knauer was born April 29, 1917 at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Walter 
and Blanche Novy Silbersack. She attended schools in Two Rivers and was employed 
at Mirro Specialty and later at Tecumseh in New Holstein. She married Kenneth 
Knauer on November 30, 1947 at Two Rivers. The couple returned to Manitowoc to 
make their home. He preceded her in death in 1980.
Survivors include a sister, Alice Silbersack of Manitowoc; a half sister, Joyce 
Karbowski of Two Rivers; a step sister, Doris Gleichner of Manitowoc; other 
relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a brother.
There will be no Tuesday evening visitation at the funeral home. Memorials may be 
made to the Heart Foundation.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Feb. 14, 1989 page B6
********
[widow of Kenneth Knauer/bur. on Edgar P. Knauer lot]


ABBIE KNECHTEL

Mrs. Stephen Knechtel, 80, (photo) of 1927 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Friday 
afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and at 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic church. The Rev. Henry Letz will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Abbie Golding was born at Waukegan, Ill., Feb. 28(?), 1876, daughter 
of the late John and Sarah Willis Golding. She came to Manitowoc with her parents 
when a young girl where she was married Dec. 5, 1912 to Stephen Knechtel. He died 
March 5, 1953. 
Mrs. Knechtel was a member of the St. Theresa Society and the St. Andrew Study Club 
of the church, a member of the Manitowoc City Homemakers and a charter member of the 
Manitowoc Eagles Auxiliary.
Surviving her are several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be 
recited at 7:30 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 3, 1956  P. 10 
*******
[d. 03-02-1956/age 80 yrs./bur. on Theodore Knechtel lot]
********
FRIENDS GET TIP ON QUIET WEDDING PLAN
Stephen (sic) Knechtel Plans a Quiet Wedding but It Goes Awry
Plans of Stephen Knechtel, the well known contractor and Miss Abbie Golding, 
his bride, to keep their wedding secret until they could depart on a honeymoon, 
went awry Tuesday evening and while the marriage ceremony was being performed 
at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Peter Vanzon on Green Street, friends 
were planning a send off for the pair. When the bridal pair left the Vanzon 
home in a closed carriage, a rope stretched across Green Street barred their 
progress and at the Northwestern Station a number of friends assembled to 
shower the pair with rice. Justice A. E. Schutze officiated at the ceremony.
Mr. and Mrs. Knechtel are at Chicago for a week's stay and will return here to 
make their home. Mr. Knechtel is well known as a contractor and has held many 
city contracts. His bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Golding. The 
couple will reside here.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Dec. 4, 1912 page 1


ELLA KNECHTEL

Mrs. Joseph Knechtel, 69, died Saturday afternoon at the home of her daughter, 
Mrs. Benjamin Werner, of 909 Jackson St., Manitowoc, with whom she made her 
home.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the St. John Evangelical 
and Reformed Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Ella Lindermann in Manitowoc in 1883 and in 1909 was married to 
Joseph Knechtel. He died in 1938.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Werner of Manitowoc; and a sister, Mrs. Helena 
Hoffman of Grnad Rapids, Mich.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The casket 
will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 22, 1952  P. 2
*******
[d. 12-20-1952/age 69 yrs./bur. on Joseph Knechtel lot]


JOSEPH KNECHTEL

Joseph Mathew Knechtel, 55, died at 12:15 this noon at his home, 909 Jackson 
street, after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at nine o'clock from St. Andrew's 
Catholic church. Burial will be made in the Evergreen cemetery.
He was born Feb. 24, 1883 in Centerville. He came to Manitowoc with his family as 
a child. He was married April 14, 1909 in Manitowoc to Ella Lindeman, who survives. 
He was employed for 35 years with his brother, Stephen, road contractor.
Survivors include the widow; one daughter, Mrs. Ben Werner, at home; to sisters, 
Mrs. Hugo Belinski and Mrs. Joseph Rugowski, both of Manitowoc; and one brother, 
Stephen.
Further information on the funeral will be announced tomorrow.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 21, 1938  P. 2
********
Funeral services for Joseph M. Knechtel, 55, who died yesterday at his Jackson 
street home, will be hel Thursday at 8:30 a.m., from the Pfeffer funeral home and 
at nine o'clock from the St. Andrew's church. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. 
The body may be viewed from this evening on at the funeral home. The Rev. Henry 
Letz will recite the rosary at the funeral home Wednesday evening at 7:30. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 22, 1938  P. 2
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[bur. 03-24-1938/age 56 yrs.]


MARIE KNECHTEL

Death of 49-year old Mrs. Marie Knechtel on Fri., 24 Dec. at 2pm. She was the
wife of Theodor Knechtel, tanner of fine leather in Town Manitowoc. Her
burial took place last Sun. afternoon in the City Cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 30 Dec. 1886


STEVEN M. KNECHTEL

Stephen (sic) M. Knechtel, 73, of 1927 South Tenth St., Manitowoc, retired 
contractor, died Thursday evening, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Pfeffer Funeral home, 
Manitowoc, and at 9 o'clock at the St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The 
Rev. Henry Letz will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Knechtel was born in Newton in 1879 and 65 years ago located in Manitowoc. 
He started contracting work, with street grading and sewer construction work 
when he was head of the Muth-Knechtel Construction Company, and the oldest 
grading contractor in the state. He was also a licensed dynamiter. 
For many years Mr. Knechtel was an ardent race horse fan and owned a stable of 
horses that raced at county fairs in the state. He was a charter member of the 
Eagles and a member of the Holy Name Society.
In 1912 he married Miss Abbie Golding. She survives with two sisters, Mrs. 
Katherine Belinske and Mrs. Joseph Rugowski of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after Sunday noon, where the rosary will 
be recited at 7:30 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 6, 1953  P. 14
********
[Stephen/d. 03-05-1953/age 73 yrs./bur. on Theodore Knechtel lot]
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FRIENDS GET TIP ON QUIET WEDDING PLAN
Stephen (sic) Knechtel Plans a Quiet Wedding but It Goes Awry
Plans of Stephen Knechtel, the well known contractor and Miss Abbie Golding, 
his bride, to keep their wedding secret until they could depart on a honeymoon, 
went awry Tuesday evening and while the marriage ceremony was being performed 
at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Peter Vanzon on Green Street, friends 
were planning a send off for the pair. When the bridal pair left the Vanzon 
home in a closed carriage, a rope stretched across Green Street barred their 
progress and at the Northwestern Station a number of friends assembled to 
shower the pair with rice. Justice A. E. Schutze officiated at the ceremony.
Mr. and Mrs. Knechtel are at Chicago for a week's stay and will return here to 
make their home. Mr. Knechtel is well known as a contractor and has held many 
city contracts. His bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Golding. The 
couple will reside here.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Dec. 4, 1912 page 1


THEODORE KNECHTEL

Thaodor Knechtel
Military • 1890 Veterans Schedules of the U.S. Federal Census
Name	Thaodor Knechtel
Rank	Private
Role	Veteran
Residence Date	Jun 1890
Residence Place	Manitowoc, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Enumeration District	157
Enlistment Date	12 Aug 1862
Discharge Date	13 Jul 1865
Regiment or vessel	26 Wisconsin Inf
Company	K
Length of Service	2 Yrs 11 Mos
"1890 Veterans Schedules of the U.S. Federal Census"
*****
Thedore Knichtel
Death • U.S., Headstones Provided for Deceased Union Civil War Veterans, 1861-1904
Name	Thedore Knichtel
Date of Death	5 Apr 1893
Burial Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Rank	Pvt
Regiment	26
Company	K
Unit	Wis Infy
"U.S., Headstones Provided for Deceased Union Civil War Veterans, 1861-1904"
*****
Theodore Knechtel
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Theodore Knechtel
Color/Sex: White Male
Age: 64
Occupation: Farmer
Birthplace: Germany
Spouse: Eva Knechtel
Birth Date: 6 May 1829
Death Date: 18 Apr 1893
Death County: Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Cause: general debility with chrinic hepatic disease and an enormous rupture
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
Theodore Knechtel
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name	Theodore Knechtel
Death Date	18 Apr 1893
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume 02
Page number 0357
Reel	049
Image	2343
Index Volume	01
Sequence Number	200327
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
*****
[Theo. Knechtel/bur 04-20-1893/age 64 yrs]


ALMA E. KNELL

Mrs. Alma E. Knell, 92, a former Manitowoc resident, died Friday afternoon, 
Sept 16, at St. Lukes Hospital, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and 
Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Arthur C. Senn will officiate with 
burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Knell was born Nov. 7, 1890 at Randolph, Wis., daughter of the late 
Charles and Emma Krueger Diefenbach. She was educated at Randolph, Wis. She 
married Emil H. Knell, Dec. 16, 1913 at Randolph, Wis. He preceded her in death 
Jan. 10, 1959. She was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, and the Ladies Aid 
of the church.
Survivors include two sons, Robert Knell of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Philip Knell 
of Los Ga Gatos(sic), California; one sister, Mrs. Herman (Alfrieda) Jung of 
Madison, Wis.; nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and other relaitves(sic) 
and friends. She was preceded in death by a sister, Esther Thompson. Memorials 
may be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. this Sunday evening, and 8:30 a.m. Monday until 
the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, September 18, 1983 P. 3
*******
[d. at Cedar Rapids, IA/widow of Emil H. Knell]


ALVENA E. KNELL

[Emma Knell/bur. 02-05-1891/age 10 yrs./
cause: convulsions/name is Alvena E. on marker]


ANNA B. KNELL    (d. 1988)

Mrs. Anna B. Knell, 95, a resident of Manitowoc Health Care Center, died Monday, 
June 13, 1988 at the Center. Funeral services will be 9:30 am Thursday at 
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc and 10 am at St. Boniface Catholic 
Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Gerald 
Prusakowski O.F.M. with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Knell was born January 4, 1893 at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, daughter of the late 
John and Barbara Korbek Jirikovec. She was a long time employee of Wisconsin 
Malting Company. She married Edwin C. Knell in 1920 at Manitowoc. He preceded her 
in death January 31, 1982. Mrs. Knell was a member of Manitowoc Senior Citizens 
and St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded 
in death by two brothers, Edward and John Jirikovec and a sister, Blanche Kind.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc from 9 am Thursday 
morning and until the hour of service. There will be no Wednesday evening visitation 
at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., June 14, 1988 page 14
*******
[widow of Edwin Knell]


ANNA H. KNELL    (d. 1983)

Miss Anna H. Knell, 82, a resident of 2402 Freemont St., Madison, died Friday 
evening, Oct. 28, at University Hospital, Madison.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and 
Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Edmund E. Olson will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Knell was born July 25 (sic), 1901, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late 
William and Bessie Kliner Knell. She grew up and was educated at Manitowoc. In 
1925 she graduated from Marquette University School of Nursing, Milwaukee. Miss 
Knell was employed at University Hospital, Madison, for 45 years, retiring in 
1968. She was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church, Madison.
Survivors include four nieces, Mrs. Alice Behrmann of Manitowoc, Mrs. Ruth Dassow 
of Sheboygan, Mrs. Eunice Grimm of Westmont, Ill. and Mrs. Arlen Nimz of Columbus, 
Ohio; four nephews, Kenneth Newberg of Manitowoc, Carl Newberg of Manitowoc, 
Robert Knell of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Philip Knell of Los Gatos, Calif.; an aunt, 
Mrs. Libbie Anderson of Manitowoc; a dear friend, Miss Regina Wedepole of Madison, 
other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by four sisters and a 
brother.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, 1 p.m. 
Monday until the time of services. Memorials may be made to Bethel Lutheran Church, 
Madison or the donors choice.
Herald Times Reporter, October 30, 1983 P. 3
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[bur. on Mrs. Bessie Knell lot]


BESSIE KNELL

Mrs. William Knell, 83, of 916 (or 910?) North 22nd street, died Wednesday at 
the Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the St. Paul Lutheran church, 
the Rev. R. B. Walden officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Born Bessie Kliner in Bohemia in 1865 she came to Manitowoc Rapids with her 
parents at an early age. In 1895 she was married to Mr. Knell and they located 
on a farm in the town, moving to this city in 1902. Mr. Knell died 22 years ago. 
She was a member of the Ladies Aid society of the St. Paul congregation and the 
ZCBJ lodge.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. E.J. Riebe of Racine and Miss Anna Knell of 
Madison; a son, Emil of this city; three brothers, Henry of Burlington, Iowa, 
Fred of St. Paul and Victor of Marshfield; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Knell of 
Cedarburg, Vlasta Kliner of this city and Mrs. Erland Bolin of Chicago; eight 
grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after Friday noon 
and will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Saturday to lie in state until the 
hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 7, 1948  P. 2
*******
[d. 10-06-1948/age 83 yrs.]


CLARA C. KNELL

Mrs. George Knell, 68, of 1719-A New York Ave., Manitowoc, died early Saturday 
at Holy Family Hospital following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
E. A. Radey will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Knell, nee Clara Fricke, was born in Manitowoc in 1883, and was married to 
Mr. Knell in 1902. He died in 1939.
Survivors are three brothers, Max, Walter and Reinert Fricke of Manitowoc; and 
two sisters, Mrs. Richard Rosinsky and Mrs. Irene Owens of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday and the rosary will be 
recited at 7 p.m. Sunday by the Daughters of Isabella.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 19, 1952  P. 2
*********
[bur. on George Knell lot]


EDWIN C. KNELL

Edwin C. Knell, 90, of 1026 S. 16th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Sunday, 
January 31, at the Family residence.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Parkside Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Hendricks will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Knell was born April 26, 1891, at Manitowoc, son of the late Henry and 
Mary Kleiner Knell. For many years he worked as an engineer in the Manitowoc 
area. He married Anna Jirikovec in 1920 at Manitowoc. He was a past member 
of the Odd Fellows Lodge.
Survivors include his wife, Anna, an aunt, Libbie Anderson of Manitowoc, 
nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday and after 
8 a.m. Wednesday until the hour of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 1, 1982  P. 3
*********
Edward(sic) Knell Caught in Shafting at Central Iron Works Plant
ARM CRUSHED AND BONES ARE BROKEN
Edward Knell, an employe of the Central Iron Works, Braxmeier and Rhode, Franklin 
Street, had a close call to death and sustained a fracture of the arm between the 
wrist and elbow in an accident in which he was caught in the shafting while 
attempting to adjust a belt Thursday afternoon. Knell was saved from death only by 
the fact that the shafting is low, being 18 inches from the floor, the further fact 
that the belt did not part on the pulley.
The accident, the circumstances of which indicate some degree of carelessness on 
the part of the lad, occurred while Knell and a fellow worker, Harvey Schroeder, 
were repairing a belt. The two failed to obey instructions to throw the clutch to 
stop the engine and when Knell endeavored to place the belt upon the pulley his arm 
was caught by the belt which wrapped about it twice and pinioned him to the rapidly 
revolving shaft. The fact that the shaft was near the floor instead of near the 
ceiling as is usual, had much to do with Knell's escape from more serious injury. 
He was thrown to the floor and his arm was crushed by the force of the contact. 
Schroeder noting the plight of his companion shut off the machinery and released 
Knell whose arm was terribly crushed and the bones of the forearm broken. The injured 
lad was rushed to the office of a physician and then taken to his home on Clark Street.
Judging from the circumstances attending the accident it is thought Knell stumbled 
and fell upon the shafting with the belt in his hand and before he could recover, 
the belt was wrapped about the arm and he was drawn into the shafting. The boy's 
escape from death by being whirled about the shafting was but narrow. Knell will be 
laid up for two months. Knell had been employed by the Central Co., a year. He is 20.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., Sept. 10, 1909


EMIL KNELL

Emil H. Knell, 70, died unexpectedly Saturday afternoon at his home, 1846 
Michigan Ave., Manitowoc. He had suffered a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. B. C. Gumz officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Knell was born March, 1888, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of the 
late William and Bessie Kleiner Knell. He came to Manitowoc in 1901 and 
attended high school and Manitowoc Business College. He began employment as 
a storekeeper at Wyeville, Wis., for the North Western Road. He married Alma 
Diefenbach at Randolph, Wis. Dec. 16, 1913, and the couple resided at Wyeville 
until 1918. He then was employed as a storekeeper for Manitowoc Shipbuilding 
Inc., for 38 years, retiring in July of 1956.
Surviving are his wife; two sons, Robert of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Philip 
of Santa Clara, Calif.; two sisters, Miss Anna Knell of Madison and Mrs. 
Amanda Riebe of Racine; and eight grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 12, 1959 
*********
[d. 01-10-1959/age 70 yrs.]


EMMA KNELL    (d. 1902)

Emma Knuell
Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907
Name: Emma Knuell
Event Type: Death
Event Date: 1902
Event Place: Manitowoc, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place: 	Manitowoc Rapids,
Gender: Female
Age: 10
Race: W
Occupation: School girl
Birth Date: 22 Nov 1891
Birth Year (Estimated): 1892
Birthplace: Wis.
Cemetery: Evergreen Cemetery
Father's Name: William Knuell
Father's Birthplace: 	Wis.
Mother's Name: Bessie Knuell
Mother's Birthplace: Bohemia
*********
[bur. 07-26-1902/cause: enterio colitis]
*********
(1900 Manitowoc Rapids 1900 census:
William Knuell age 39; Bessie 34; dau. Almer(sic) 13; Emil 12;
Emma 8; Amanda 4)


GEORGE W. KNELL

George Knell, 68, of 719 New York avenue, died this morning at Holy Family 
hospital after a week's illness.
He was born in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids June 16, 1871. In 1902 he came to 
Manitowoc and on June 24 of that year he married Miss Clara Fricke. Besides 
the widow, survivors are one brother, Henry, of this city, and three sisters, 
Mrs. Minnie Schroeder and Mrs. John Bruder of this city and Mrs. William 
Oestreich of Antigo.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Pfeffer 
Funeral home with the Rev. Paul Blaufuss, pastor of St. John Evangelical church, 
officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen cemetery. The body may be viewed at the 
Pfeffer Funeral home after Friday noon.
Mr. Knell was a member of the Royal League.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 19, 1939  P. 2
********
[cause: meningitis possible tuberculosis]


HENRY KNELL

Henry Knell, 75, of 1141 Clark street, retired stationary engineer and former
member of the Vocational school board, died early today at his home. He has been
in failing health for some time.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and
Schlei funeral home, the Rev. A.C. Fischer officiating. Interment will be in
Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Knell was born at Manitowoc Rapids in 1866 and at the age of 18 came to 
this city. He secured employment at the old seating factory. He later became
chief engineer for the American Seating company, which he filled for a 42 year
span until the company suspended operations here. He then became custodian of
the company's properties in Manitowoc.
Mr. Knell retired from active work in 1933.
In 1931 Mr. Knell was elected to the Vocational school board, serving in the
period when the new school on Clark street was being erected. He was a member
of the Odd Fellows lodge, the Royal League and during his active life was a
member of the National Association of Power Engineers.
In 1888 he married Miss Mary Kliner of this city. The couple observed their
golden wedding anniversary at their home in April, 1938.
Survivors are the widow; son, Edwin of this city; daughter, Mrs. Harry Mitchell
of Milwaukee; three sisters, Mrs. John Bruder and Mrs. John Schroeder, both of
this city, Mrs. William Oestreich, of Elmhurst, Wis.; four grandchildren and
two great grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock
until the time of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 11, 1941  p.4
********
[d. Winnebago St. Hosp., Oshkosh, WI/cause: myocardial failure pulmonary
congestion chronic nephritis diabetes melliteus]
********
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Knell, 1411 Clark street, two of Manitowoc city and county 
pioneers, will celebrate their golden wedding anniversary at their home on 
Sunday, with an open house reception all day and a family dinner at noon. The 
Knells will have with them tomorrow their son, Edwin of this city, and their 
daughter, Mrs. Harry Mitchell of Milwaukee. Miss Grace Kelly, the granddaughter 
who is teaching at Marshfield and who the Knells reared after the death of 
their daughter and Grace's mother, Mrs. Jay Kelly, 19 years ago, will be among 
the four grandchildren and one great grandchild who will also attend the 
celebration…
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 9, 1938  P. 11


MARY KNELL

Mrs. Henry Knell, 82, who until three years ago made her home at 1411 Clark 
street, died early today at a Port Washington hospital. For the past three 
years she has been residing with her daughter, Mrs. Harry Mitchell at 
Cedarburg, Wis. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home. The Rev. A.C. Fischer will officiate and interment will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
She was born Mary Kliner in Manitowoc Rapids in 1867 and when a child moved 
here with her parents. In 1888 she was married to Mr. Knell. He died nine 
years ago. She was a member of the Rebecca lodge here.
Survivors are a son, Edwin of this city; daughter, Mrs. Mitchell of Cedarburg; 
three brothers, Henry of Burlington, Iowa, Victor of Marshfield and Fred of 
St. Paul; two sisters, Mrs. Earl Bolin of Chicago and Vlata Kliner of 
Burlington; four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after Wednesday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 2, 1950  P. 2
*********
[d. 05-02-1950 at Port Washington, WI/age 82 yrs./bur. on Henry Knell lot]


WILLIAM KNELL

DIES AT FAMILY HOME AT NOON 
Born In Kossuth, Was Life Long Resident of County 
William Knell, a life long resident of the county, died at the family home, 2206 
Michigan avenue, at 11:35 this noon, death following an illness of more than a 
month. Mr. Knell underwent an operation more than a month ago but failed to rally. 
The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon from the home at 2 o'clock, the Rev. 
O.K. Espeseth officiating and burial will be at Evergreen.
Born in Kossuth
Born in the town of Kossuth January 16, 1861 Mr. Knell was sixty-five at his last 
birthday. He received his early education in the schools of the county and forty 
years ago was married to Bessie Kellner? in the town of Kossuth. The family made 
its home on the farm for seventeen years and twenty-three years ago moved to the 
city where they have since resided. Mr. Knell was for many years employed by the 
city. Surviving are the widow, two daughters, Miss Anna Knell of Madison and Mrs. 
Ervin Riche of this city, a son Emil Knell, also of this city, three brothers, 
Henry and George of this city and Charles of Manitowoc Rapids, three sisters, Mrs. 
John Bruder and Mrs. Minnie Schroeder of this city and Mrs. William Oestreich of 
Aniwa, and eight grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald News, March 25, 1926  P. 2


BABY KNICKELBEIN

Knickelferin
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Knickelferin
Death Date	9 Dec 1912
Death County  Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[Baby Knickelbein/bur 12-09-1912/cause: premature birth]


ALBERT KNICKELBINE

Albert Knickelbine, 71, veteran cigar maker, died Monday night at the family 
home at 723 South 23rd street after a short illness.
Until he suffered a stroke early in October, Mr. Knickelbine had been tender 
at one of the bridges. He had held that position for 15 years since his 
retirement from the cigar making business. 
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei Funeral Home, the Rev. C. H. Phipps, D.D., of the First Presbyterian 
church officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. The body is lying in 
state at the funeral home.
Mr. Knickelbine was born November 18, 1870, in Manitowoc. He married Margaret 
Schrimpf in January, 1897. She died six years ago.
Surviving are a daughter, Arlene, of Chicago; a son, Marvin, Manitowoc; two 
grandchildren; a brother, Edward, of Kankakee, Ill.; and a sister, Mrs. Bernard 
Krueger of Hammond, Ind.
Mr. Knickelbine was a member of the Eagles lodge.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 9, 1941 P. 2
********
[d. 12-08-1941/age 71 yrs./cause: cerebral apoplexy]


EMIL KNICKELBINE

Emil Martin Heinrich Kniekelbein
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Emil Martin Heinrich Kniekelbein
Gender  Male
Race	White
Birth Date	14 Aug 1876
Birth Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Father  Friedrich Kniekelbein
Mother  Sophia Jonas
FHL Film Number	1305081
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
E M Kuechelbein
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name	E M Kuechelbein
Death Date	23 Jan 1881
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume  01
Page number  0393
Reel	048
Image	2651
Index Volume  01
Sequence Number	212441
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
*****
[Fred Knickelbein/bur  01-26-1881]


MARGARET KNICKELBINE

EAGLES GROUP CHAPLAIN DIES AT HER HOME 
Mrs. Albert Knickelbine, 57, Had Heart Attack; Rites Will Be Saturday 
Mrs. Albert Knickelbine, 57, chaplain of the Eagles auxiliary since the 
organization was formed 10 years ago, died this morning at the home, 722 
South 23rd street. She was taken ill last Friday and suffered a heart attack 
a few hours before her death.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home. The Rev. O. A. Menke will officiate and interment 
will be at Evergreen cemetery.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Margaret Frances Schrimpf, was born in the 
town of Kossuth 57 years ago. She was married in 1897 to Albert Knickelbine and 
since then resided in the city. 
Mrs. Knickelbine took an active interest in auxiliary circles of the Eagles and 
was chosen the first chaplain of the order. She continued to serve in that office 
until her death.
Survivors are the widower; a son Marvin, city; a daughter, Mrs. Harold La Plant, 
Grand Rapids, Mich.; two sisters, Mrs. Walter Meyer, city, and Mrs. R. H. 
Schaeffer, Berwyn, Ill.; a brother, Joseph, St. Cloud, Minn., and two grandchildren, 
Dale and Lee Knickelbine, city.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from Friday 
noon until the hour of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 7, 1935  P. 2
*******
KNICKELBINE, Mrs. Albert-Age 57, died Thursday at home, 722 South 23rd street. 
Born Margaret Frances Schrimpf in Kossuth, married to Albert Knickelbine in 
1897 and since resided in city. Survived by widower, daughter, son, brother 
and two sisters. Funeral Saturday 2 p.m. Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral 
home. Interment Evergreen. Body at funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 7, 1935  P. 13
********
[bur. 02-09-1935/age 57 yrs./cause: cardiac failure/
bur. on Albert Knickelbine lot]


SOPHIA KNICKELBINE

Sophia Knickelbein
Census • 1880 United States Federal Census
Name	Sophia Knickelbein
Age	38
Birth Date	Abt 1842
Birthplace	Prussia
Home in 1880	Manitowoc, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Dwelling Number	48
Race	White
Gender	Female
Relation to Head of House	Wife
Marital Status	Married
Spouse's Name	Fritz Knickelbein
Father's Birthplace	Prussia
Mother's Birthplace	Prussia
Occupation	Keeping House
Neighbors	View others on page
Household members
Name	Age
Fritz Knickelbein	39
Sophia Knickelbein 38
Carl Knickelbein	16
Emma Knickelbein	11
Albert Knickelbein	9
Alvina Knickelbein	8
Eduard Knickelbein	6
Mathilde Knickelbein	5
Emil Knickelbein	3
"1880 United States Federal Census"
*****
[Unk]-[Mrs. Knickelbein/bur 02-10-1887]


EMMA KNICKREIHM

DIED:
In this village, on the 28th inst., Emma, aged 3 years and 7 months, 
daughter of John and Mary Knickrehm.
Manitowoc Pilot, Friday, December 29, 1965  pg. 1
**********
(Emma Kniechrehm/b. 16 Mar. 1862/d. 28 Dec. 1865/from records of First 
German Evang. Luth. Ch.)


HANS TIM KNICKREIHM

Death of 80-year old Hans Tim Knickriehm on Mon. in the home of his son
John Knickriehm. Burial took place yesterday.
Der Nord Westen, 22 Apr. 1880
*********
[Note: From cemetery: All the Burial Register says is Old Mr. Knikrehm. 
Slightly off to the side is written a mystery letter than John or Jahn lot.
John Knickriehm owns lot E2-93-1 (which is the spelling you have in the obit). 
Buried on the lot are John Knickrehm (11/29/1911), Child of J. Knickrehm (12/30/1865),
and Marie Knickrehm (11/12/1934). I'm thinking Knickriehm is probably the correct 
spelling, and Hans is probably on the lot, because it was purchased before his death,
but I can't be sure.]


J. KNICKREIHM

(Johann Eduard KNIECKREHM/b. 26 Aug. 1866/d. 13 Oct. 1866/
from records of First German Evang. Luth. Ch.)


JOHN KNICKREIHM    (d. 1911)

FORMER CITY RESIDENT DEAD
John Knickrehn(sic) Dead at Milwaukee; to Be Buried Here
John Knickerhn(sic), a former well known resident of Manitowoc and father of Mrs. 
Charles Esch, died at Milwaukee Sunday while in that city on a visit and the body 
will be brought here for burial Tuesday afternoon from the home of Mr. Esch, 819 
Hancock Street. News of Mr. Knickrehn's death reached here in messages Sunday.
Mr. Knickerhn, whose home of late years had been at Lowell, this state, was formerly 
engaged in the shoe business in this city for a number of years and is well remembered 
here. He removed from the city 24 years ago locating at Denver, Col., where he remained 
for twelve years and then returned to Wisconsin, settling at Lowell. During his 
residence in this city, Mr. Knickrehn served as a member of the city council and was 
prominent in business circles.
Mr. Knickerhn is survived by a widow and three children, Mrs. Louis Ungradt, Milwaukee, 
Mrs. August Kirchner, Hustesford and Mrs. Charles Esch, this city; Rev. Machmiller 
will officiate at the funeral services. Many old friends will learn of Mr. Knickrehn's 
death with sorrow.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Nov. 27, 1911
********
[John Knickreihm/bur. 11-29-1911]  [cause: asthma]


MARIE KNICKREIHM

Mrs. Knickrehm(sic) Buried At Evergreen Cemetery 
Funeral services for Mrs. Marie Knickrehm, 91, a pioneer resident of this city 
who died suddenly at Sheboygan on Saturday, took place here this afternoon. 
Interment was at Evergreen cemetery. She died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. 
Charles Esch at Sheboygan.
The deceased was born in Germany in 1843. Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. 
Charles Esch, Mrs. Louis Ungrade, Milwaukee and Mrs. Flora Kirchner, LaCrosse. 
Funeral services were held from the residence of Mr. and Mr. Carl Esch, Sheboygan.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 12, 1934  P. 2
*******
[Marie Knickrehm/bur. 11-12-1934/age 98 yrs/died at Sheboygan, WI/cause: cerbral
contusion and hemorrhage foll. fall/bur. on John Knickrehm lot]


MINNIE KNIE

Wilhelmine Schenik
Marriage • Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S., Marriages, 1838-1911
Name	Wilhelmine Schenik
Gender  Female
Race	White
Record Type	Marriage
Birth Place	Manitowoe Wis
Marriage Date  4 Dec 1894
Marriage Place  Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Father  Firtz Schenik
Mother  Henrike Lawrenz
Spouse  Rudolf G Knie
Certificate Number	3458
"Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S., Marriages, 1838-1911"
*****
Minnie Knie
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Minnie Knie
Death Date	12 Oct 1938
Death County  Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[d. 10-12-1938, Milwaukee, WI/cause: carcinoma/bur. on Carl Leverenz lot.] 
(Mrs. Knie/nee Minnie Schenk/d. 12 Oct. 1938/
age 76 yrs. 4 mo. 16 da./St. John's United Church of Christ) 


RUDOLPH G. KNIE

Rudolf G Knie
Marriage • Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S., Marriages, 1838-1911
Name	Rudolf G Knie
Gender  Male
Race	White
Record Type	Marriage
Birth Place	Berlin Prussia Germany
Marriage Date  4 Dec 1894
Marriage Place  Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Father  Oscar Knie
Mother  August Geister
Spouse  Wilhelmine Schenik
Certificate Number	3458
"Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S., Marriages, 1838-1911"
*****
Rudolph G. Knie
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Rudolph G. Knie
Death Date	3 Feb 1927
Death County  Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[his cremains were interred in with Mrs. Minnie Knie and 
we were not informed of this until we received the permit 08-12-1939]


VALBORG KNIEREM

Mrs. Valborg Wells Knierem, 87, who had been residing at Keller Nursing Home 
the past three years, died there Sunday afternoon.
She was born in Manitowoc on Aug. 8, 1877, and resided in Davenport, Iowa, for 
seven years before coming to Oshkosh eight years ago. Mrs. Knierem was a member 
of First Congregational Church.
Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Mildred Wells Raw, Neenah; one son, Robert B. 
Wells, Sheboygan Falls; two sisters, Mrs. Alice Clark, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Inez 
Sawtell, Oshkosh; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Spikes, McDonald & Harford Funeral 
Home, with the Rev. Nels F. Nordstrom of First Congregational Church, officiating. 
The remains will be taken to Forest Home, Milwaukee, for cremation, with later 
interment in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Oshkosh Northwestern, December 7, 1964  P. 2
********
[d. 12-06-1964 at Oshkosh WI/bur. 05-08-1965/cremains/bur. on Otto Sonsthagen lot]


ANDREW S. KNIPP    (d. 1965)

Andrew S. Knipp, 73, of 1009 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died late Tuesday afternoon 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he had been a patient two days.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 9 
a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rt. Rev. Mgr. John Landowski 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The lifelong City of Manitowoc resident was born Nov. 8, 1891, son of the late 
John and Antonia Knipp. He had always been engaged in the operation of Knipp 
Grocery Store, 2013 Marshall St. Mr. Knipp married Christine Slama Feb. 5, 1928.
She survives along with three sons, Andrew J., Joseph J. and Francis R. Knipp, 
of Manitowoc, a daughter, Mrs. Patrick Shepard, of Chicago and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 6, 1965  P. 9 


ANDREW J. KNIPP    (d. 2002)

Andrew J. Knipp, age 72, of 910 S. 29th St., Manitowoc, died Friday, May 3, 2002 
at his residence after a courageous battle with cancer.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, May 9, 2002, at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at 
the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. with burial 
to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside military rites will be 
accorded by the American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88.
He was born March 26, 1930, in Manitowoc, son of the late Andrew S. and Christine 
Slama Knipp. Andrew was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1947. 
He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. On Sept. 19, 1959, 
he married the former Sheron Vieweger at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
Andrew was employed as a journeyman machinist at Manitowoc Engineering Company for 
39 years retiring in March 1992. He was a member of IAM Local #516, Manitowoc Rifle 
and Pistol Club, Manitowoc County Fish and Game, Lakeshore Dartball League; a life 
member of NRA and St. Mary Catholic Church.
Survivors include his wife: Sheroon Knipp, Manitowoc, tree (sic) sons and daughters-
in-law: Gregory and Lori Knipp, Manitowoc; David and Judy Knipp, Waterford, Wis.; 
and Mark and Lisa Knipp, Manitowoc; one daughter and son-in-law: Kathleen and Jonathan 
Records, Manitowoc ;six grandchildren: Andrea, Heather, Erin, Adam and Abby Knipp and 
Xavier Geppert; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Joseph and Beverly Knipp, Knoxville, 
Tenn.; and Francis and Naomi Knipp, Manitowoc; and a sister: Beverly Shephard, 
Stickney, Ill. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 
Andrew was also preceded in death by one son: James A. Knipp and one brother-in-law: 
Clarence Shephard.
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday May 8, 2002 where a prayer service will be held at 
7:30 p.m. led by Deacon Phil Andrastek.
Andrew enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed 
hunting and shooting, outdoors, woodworking, and card club for more than 42 years.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements.
The family would like to thank Dr. Yetter and his staff, the VNA Hospice for all their 
compassionate care and support given to Andrew and his family.
Herald Times Reporter, May 7, 2002  P. A3


CHRISTINE KNIPP

Mrs. Christine Knipp, 89, of 2009 Marshall Street, Manitowoc, died Saturday 
morning, November 25, 1989 at the family residence. Funeral services will be 
10:30 am Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 am at St. Mary Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. Presiding at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Eugene 
Brochtrup with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Christine Slama was born September 28, 1900 in Debello, Wisconsin, 
daughter of the late Fred and Anna Bruha Slama. She married Andrew S. Knipp on 
February 5, 1928. The couple operated Knipp's Grocery Store in Manitowoc for 
many years until Mr. Knipp's on January 5, 1965.
Survivors include three sons and two brothers-in-law, Andrew and Sharon Knipp 
of Manitowoc, Joseph and Beverly Knipp of Cato, Francis Knipp of Manitowoc; a 
daughter and son-in-law, Beverly and Patrick Shepard of Chicago; eight 
grandchildren and four great grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in 
death by two brothers, Frank and James and two sisters, Martha and Mary.
There will be no public visitation Monday evening at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun.,  Nov. 26, 1989 page B9
*********
[widow of Andrew Knipp]


ELSIE KNIPP

Mrs. Peter Knipp, 67, of 1121 S. 20th St., died Wednesday morning at the family 
residence.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. John Landowski will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born Elsie Kope, Aug. 14, 1894, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Emil 
and Rose Sheraski Kope. She attended St Boniface Parochial school and lived in 
Manitowoc all her life. She was married to Fred Larson July, 1912. He died in 
April, 1934. She was married to Peter Knipp Dec. 26, 1938, at Manitowoc.
Survivors include the husband; daughter, Mrs. Walter Drees, of Francis Creek; two 
brothers, Henry and Richard Kope, and a sister, Mrs. Karl Schmitt, of Manitowoc; 
step-daughter Mrs. Joseph Riederer, of Francine and a stepson, Leonard Knipp of 
Franklin Park, Ill.; a grandson and six step children. 
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Friday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be 
prayed at 8;15 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 4, 1962  P. 9 
*******
[Elsie Larson Knipp/d. 04-04-1962/age 67 yrs./widow of Fred Larson and 
wife of Peter Knipp]


JAMES A. KNIPP

Private family funeral services for James Anthony, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. 
Andrew Knipp, of 910 S. 29th St., Manitowoc, who was born and died Wednesday 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be held Friday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his parents, three brothers, Gregory, David and Mark, at 
home, paternal grandmother, Mrs. Christine Knipp, and maternal grandparents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Harold Vieweger, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Knipp was the former Sheron 
Vieweger.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 8, 1972  P. 19 
********
[James Anthony Knipp/d. 06-09-1972/stillborn/father-Andrew J. Knipp/space #387]


NAOMI R. KNIPP

Naomi R. Knipp, age 76, of 2009 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died on Thursday morning, 
Jan. 15, 2009, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
She was born on Nov. 8, 1932, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Henry and Ruth 
(Neuhaus) Struck. Naomi was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, class 
of 1951. She then graduated from Theda Clark Hospital and received her licensed 
practical nurses degree. Upon graduation, she then was employed with Holy Family 
Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. In June of 1960, she married Roger Bashaw. On 
Aug. 1, 1992, she married Francis R. Knipp at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
Naomi was also employed with Imperial Eastman Company, and was most notably known 
for 20 plus years of employment at The Penguin Restaurant as a waitress behind 
the counter. After retirement, Naomi was an active volunteer at St. Mary's Nursing 
Home Gift Shop.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was also preceded in death by her first husband: Roger Bashaw; an infant sister: 
Joanne; a brother-in-law: Gerry Manthey; and her godmother: Leona Schroer.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, at Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. 
Robert Kujawski, with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation 
Care Center, Manitowoc, from 4 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009.
Friends may also call on Monday morning at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Naomi's name.
The family would like to extend a very special thank you to her physicians, the 
Aurora Oncology staff and the Aurora Medical staff for their exceptional and loving 
care of Naomi during her courageous battle with cancer.
She was a loving wife, devoted mother, and proud grandmother. She loved flowers, and 
enjoyed gardening during the summer around her home. She enjoyed music and the theater, 
and regularly attended events at the Capitol Civic Centre. She also enjoyed playing 
Sheepshead and bridge with friends and family.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 16, 2009


PETER KNIPP

Peter Knipp, 96, formerly of 1121 S. 20th Street, Manitowoc, a Manitowoc Health 
Care resident, died Saturday afternoon at Manitowoc Health Care Center. Funeral 
services will be 10 am Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home. Deacon Bill Klein will 
officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born February 17, 1895 in Kewaunee, Wis., son of the late Frank and 
Valeria Kroprowski Knipp. Mr. Knipp was employed with Mirro Aluminum for many 
years retiring in 1960. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Caroline 
and Joseph Riederer of Sun City, Ariz.; a brother, Matt, Kewaunee; a sister, 
Hattie Rezach of Kewaunee; 12 grandchildren; many great grandchildren, nieces, 
nephews and other relatives survive. He is also survived by a special friend, 
Helen Buch of Manitowoc.  He was preceded in death by a son, Leonard and two 
wives. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral home, 4 pm to 7 pm this Monday. 
Prayer service will be held at 6:45 pm led by Deacon Bill Klein.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Sept. 30, 1991 page B7
********
[widower of Julia Knipp and Elsie Knipp]


GENEVA KNOEDLER

Geneva Torry
Baptism • U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969
Name	Geneva Torry
Baptism Age	0
Record Type	Baptism
Birth Date	2 Aug 1890
Baptism Date  20 Aug 1890
Baptism Place  Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Father  Ole Jensen
Mother  Olava Jensen
Church Name  St Paul
Church Location	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
"U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969"
*****
Geneva Torrey Knoedler
Death • California, U.S., Death Index, 1940-1997
Name	Geneva Torrey Knoedler
[Geneva Torrey Jensen]
Gender	Female
Birth Date	2 Aug 1890
Birth Place	Wisconsin
Death Date	31 Mar 1958
Death Place	San Diego
Mother's Maiden Name	Olson
Father's Surname	Jensen
"California, U.S., Death Index, 1940-1997"
*****
[Geneva Torrey Knoedler/d 03-31-1958 at San Diego CA/
age 67 yrs/bur on Ole Jensen lot] 


FRED KNOP

DIED:
Frederick Knop died at noon Saturday at his residence, corner Green 
and Main streets, after a long illness, aged 54 years.
Mr. Knop was born in Germany and came to this country when a boy. 
He followed the lakes for several years and five years ago purchased a 
saloon which he had since conducted. Mr. Knop was a man of kindly 
disposition. He has the faculty of attracting friendships and holding the 
respect of all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife and five daughters, Rose, Gretchen, Clara, 
Pauline and Elsie.
The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, December 1, 1910 pg. 1
*****
Friedrich Ludwig August Martin Knop
Marriage • Mecklenburg, Germany, Parish Register Transcripts, 1740-1918
Name	Friedrich Ludwig August Martin Knop
Gender  Männlich (Male)
Event Type	Marriage
Birth Date  22 Aug 1856
Marriage Age  27
Marriage Date  20 Feb 1884-1885
Marriage Parish  Crivitz, Mecklenburg-Schwerin (Mecklenburg-Vorpommern), Deutschland (Germany)
Parish as it Appears  Crivitzer
Subcollection  Evangelisch-lutherische Gemeinden Mecklenburg-Schwerin
Mother  [No Name]
Spouse  Friedrike Emilie Louise Mülle
"Mecklenburg, Germany, Parish Register Transcripts, 1740-1918"
*****
Fred Knop
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Fred Knop
Death Date  26 Nov 1910
Death County  Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[bur. 11-29-1910/cause: apoplexy] 


FRIEDA KNOP

Mrs. Frieda Knopp, 84, widow of Captain Fred Knopp, veteran ocean and 
lake captain, died Saturday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. M.M. Jones, 
in Minneapolis.
Mrs. Knopp left Manitowoc to reside with her daughter six years ago.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, 
Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. C.H. Phipps officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Knopp, nee Frieda Mueller, was born in Germany and was married there 
to Captain Knopp, who commander ocean vessels for a number of years.
Fifty-two years ago they came to this country, locating in Milwaukee where 
Captain Knopp skippered lake vessels. In 1895 they moved to this city. For 
many years Captain Knopp was master of the schooner "Little Georgy." He 
died in 1910.
Survivors are five daughters, Mrs. Jones, Minneapolis, Mrs. charles Liggett, 
St. Paul, Mrs. Austin Reeve, Detroit, Mrs. William Schnorr, of this city, 
Mrs. Russell Davy, Chicago; and four grandchildren.
The body arrived here last night from Minneapolis and may be viewed at the 
funeral home until the hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, July 6, 1943 P.2
********
[d. 07-03-1943 at Minneapolis, MN/age 83 yrs./cause: coronary disease/
widow of Fred Knop]
********
HOME ON VISIT MISS KNOP TO WED NEXT WEEK
Miss Clara Knop to be Bride of Minneapolis Man Here Thursday
Announcement of the approaching marriage of Miss Clara Knop, this city, and 
Harry Jones, of Minneapolis here on Thursday next, was made today with the 
arrival here of Miss Knop who for three years has made her home at Minneapolis. 
Miss Knop is visiting her mother, Mrs. Frieda Knop, Green street, and the 
wedding will be celebrated at the Knop home, Thursday afternoon.
Following the ceremony Mr. Jones and bride will leave for New York for a 
honeymoon and will later take up their residence at Minneapolis.
Mr. Jones is buyer for the Standard Clothing Co. of Mineapolis (sic) and Miss 
Knop has been with the Dayton co. in that city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, March 31, 1916 P.8


ERNA W. KNORR

Mrs. Erna W. Knorr, age 79, of 727 N. 6th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday evening, 
July 6, 1995, at her residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 11, 1995, at First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church. Rev. Bruce Bitter and Rev. Arno Wolfgramm will 
officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born October 23, 1915, in Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Henry 
and Ellinore Haase Wordell. Erna had been employed for 14 years with Sears Roebuck 
here in Manitowoc and also was employed with Dr. Earl Stangel as a dental assistant 
for 20 years. She married Ross A. Knorr, October 4, 1935, at Manitowoc. He preceded 
her in death December 7, 1991. She was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Miriam and Randy King, Seminole, 
Fla.; three grandchildren, Michael, Dixie and Lori; two great-granchildren, David 
and Jordon; along with other relatives and friends surviving. She was preceded in 
death by her husband, Ross in 1991, and one brother, Robert Wordell.
Friends may call at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church from 10 a.m. on Tuesday 
until the time of services at 11 a.m.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 7, 1995 P. A2


ROSS A. KNORR

Ross A. Knorr, 79, of 727 North 6th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, December 7, 
1991 at Shady lane Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 4:30 p.m. 
on Tuesday at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Revs. Arno 
Wolfgramm and Bruce Bitter will officiate with burial in the Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
He was born December 17, 1911 in Chicago, Ill, son of the late John and Florence 
Wampole Knorr. Mr. Knorr worked for United Film Service, WCUB Radio Station and 
the Herald Times Reporter from where he retired in 1973. He married Erna W. 
Wordell on October 4, 1935 in Manitowoc, Wis.  He was a member of First German 
Evangelical Lutheran church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Erna; a daughter, Miriam (Randy) King of Fla., three 
grandchildren, Michael Swokowski, Dixie Ammons and Laurie Ammons; also other 
relatives, friends. He was preceded in death by three sisters and a brother.
Friends may call at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church on Tuesday, 3:30 
p.m. until the time of service. Memorials appreciated to First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church or the charity of the donor's choice.
Manitowoc Herald times - Monday, Dec. 9, 1991 - page B8
*********
[husband of Erna Knorr]


ELISABETH KNOSPE

Name: Knospe, Elizabeth
D.: 4/7/1875
B.:
Reg. D.: 12/31/1875
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 73 Yrs.
B.P.:
D.P.: Mtw. Rpds.
Cem.: Evergreen
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. G. Thiele
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1  p.183
***********
(Note: The year of death does not match, but after consultation with the cem. office,
we find this is the only Elisabeth Knopse in the records, so I'm putting the death
record here.)


CARL R. KNOTH

Carl R. Knoth, 62, Manitowoc, Route 4, died at his home this morning.
Mr. Knoth was born in Chicago, Ill., April 13, 1882 and was married to the 
former Marie Pollock. The couple came to Manitowoc from Pittsburgh, Pa., a month 
ago.
Survivors besides the wife are a daughter, Camille at home and a son Robert F., 
of British Honduras; and one brother, Chester of Pueblo, Colo.
Services will be held Thursday afternoon at two o'clock from the Frazier Mortuary, 
the Rev. Erneste Zoerb officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. The body 
may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Wednesday until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 25, 1944  P. 2
*********
[d. 07-25-1944/age 62 yrs./cause: carcinoma of stomach/bur. on Catherine Polak lot]


MARIE F. KNOTH

Mrs. Marie Pollock Knoth, 82, of 4429 Broadway St., Manitowoc, died Monday 
morning at home after a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Jens funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Kenneth Fisk of Community Bible Church, Manitowoc, officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Knoth was born Marie Pollock June 5, 1878, in Czechoslovakia, daughter of 
the late John and Catherine Bada Pollock. She was brought to the United States 
as a small child and attended school at Two Rivers. The family later moved to 
Manitowoc. She was employed for several years by Schuette Brothers Department 
Store, Manitowoc.
She was married to Carl R. Knoth in 1910 at New York. He preceded her in death 
in 1946(sic).
Survivors include a son, Robert F. of Charleston, S.C.; a daughter, Mrs. Eugene 
Keil of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Bessie Boettcher of Manitowoc and three 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 27, 1960  P. 5
**********
[d. 09-26-1960/age 82 yrs./widow of Carl Knoth/bur. on Mrs. Catherine Polak lot]


DIANE G. KNOWLES

Diane G. Knowles, age 75, of 1235 South 24th Street, Manitowoc, died early 
Wednesday morning, September 28, 2011, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Diane was born on January 20, 1936, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Herbert 
and Irene (Pleuss) Baryenbruch. She attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated 
from Lincoln High School in 1954. Diane married Wayne Knowles on May 10, 1958, 
at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death on December 9, 
1998. She worked in the purchasing department at Imperial Eastman Manufacturing 
for 16 years and was a Tupperware manager for 15 years. Diane was a member of 
Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Manitowoc Yacht Club Auxiliary.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband: Wayne Knowles.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, September 30, 2011 at 
Immnauel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 916 Pine Street, Manitowoc. Rev. Nicholas 
Maglietto and Rev. Paul Schossow will officiate with burial to take place at 
Evergreen Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Friday from 
9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family 
Funeral Home of Manitowoc is assisting the Knowles family. Online condolences may 
be sent to www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com. The family would like to extend special 
thanks to Dr. (private) and the nurses and staff at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center 
and Holy Family Memorial Medical Center for all the wonderful and compassionate 
care given to Diane.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 29, 2011


LINDA KNOWLES

Mrs. Roy (Linda) Knowles, 82, of 1445 N. 7th Street, Manitowoc, died Sunday, 
June 7, 1987 at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 
7 pm Tuesday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Gerald Schrankler will 
officiate with burial on Wednesday at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Knowles was born September 6, 1904 at Eureka, Wisconsin, daughter of the 
late Emil and Pauline Wendtond Steinke. She married Roy Knowles on December 6, 
1924 at Menominee, Michigan. The couple came to Manitowoc to reside in 1927. 
He preceded her in death in 1958. Mrs. Knowles was a member of St. John United 
Church of Christ.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth and Jeanette Knowles 
of Madison and Wayne and Diane Knowles of Manitowoc; a sister, Dora Korth of 
Clintonville, Wisconsin; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren also 
survive. She was preceded in death by her husband, two brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 pm to 7 pm Tuesday 
with services being held at 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., June 8, 1987 page 14
*******
[widow of Roy G. Knowles]


ROY G. KNOWLES

Roy G. Knowles, 59, of 1138 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died early Monday morning 
after a heart attack at Mattoon, Shawano County, where he had been visiting 
with a sister. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
with the Rev. Theodore Crusius officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Knowles was born at Mattoon May 19, 1899, son of the late D. D. and Mildred 
Bells Knowles. He married Linda Steiner at Menominee, Mich., Dec. 6, 1924, and 
the couple came to Manitowoc 31 years ago. He had been employed by Mirro Aluminum 
Co. and Kingsbury Breweries and more recently by Manitowoc Equipment Works. At the 
latter plant he was a member of Lake Shore Lodge No. 2064, AFL-CIO International 
Association of Machinists.
Surviving are his wife, two sons, Kenneth of Green Bay and Wayne of Manitowoc; 
step-father, George Weyenberg of Mattoon; a sister, Mrs. Arthur Larson of Mattoon; 
two brothers, Howard of Mattoon and Donald of Green Bay; and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 27, 1958  P. 25
*********
[d. 05-26-1958 at Mattoon WI/age 59 yrs.]


WAYNE CURTIS KNOWLES

Wayne C. Knowles, age 64 of 1424 N. 23rd St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening, 
December 9, 1998, at St. Luke's Medical Center, Milwaukee.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, December 12, 1998, at 
Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Dennis L. Broehm will officiate 
with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born August 27, 1934, at Manitowoc, son of the late Roy and Linda Steinke 
Knowles. Wayne grew up in Manitowoc, attending local schools and graduated from 
Lincoln High School with the class of 1952. Wayne married Diane Baryenbruch on 
May 10, 1958, at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. He worked for Imperial 
Eastman Co. of Manitowoc from 1958 until his retirement in September, 1997. Wayne 
enjoyed attending auto racing, Green Bay Packer games, hunting and fishing. He is 
a member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, a past member of the church council and 
the Board of Education. He is a member of the Manitowoc Yacht Club, Northeastern 
Wisconsin Great Lakes Sport Fishing and he was also a member of the Board of 
Directors of the Manitowoc County Expo. He served with the United States Army 
Reserves #377.
Survivors include his wife Diane; a very special daughter, Kelly Kay Knowles, 
Manitowoc; one brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Jean Knowles, Spring Green, 
Wis.; a special nephew, Richard Knowles and his wife Rita and son Patrick Manitowoc; 
other nieces nephews, relatives, friends and special neighbors also survive. He was 
preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Linda Knowles; his in-laws, Herbert and 
Irene Baryenbruch.
Relatives and friends may call at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc on Saturday, 
from 11 a.m. until the time of services at 1:30 p.m. Memorials would be appreciated 
to Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church.
God saw he was getting tired,
And a cure was not to be,
So He put His arms around him,
And whispered, "Come with Me"
With careful eyes we watched him suffer,
And saw him fade away,
Although we loved him dearly;
We could not make his stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands to rest,
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the Best.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 11, 1998 P. A2


EDGAR KNOWLTON

The body of Edgar M. Knowlton, a former resident who died at 
Milwaukee, was returned here for burial at Evergreen Monday.
Manitowoc Sun Messenger, Friday, February 5, 1937  p.7
*******
[cause: cerebral accident/bur. on George Knowlton lot] 


E. EVELYN STRECKENBACH

MRS. R. STRECKENBACH DIES
Funeral Will Be Held from Home with Burial at De Pere
Mrs. Roy Streckenbach died at her home at 137 South Twelfth street last night of 
tuberculosis and the funeral will be held at West De Pere tomorrow afternoon, 
leaving the home at 1 o'clock.
Green Bay Press-Gazette, Wis., Monday, June 28, 1909 pg. 1
*****
[bur 10-24-1922/cause: leakage of the heart/removal and reburial/
bur on George Knowlton lot]


GEO. E. KNOWLTON    (d. 1913)

George Knowlton, an old soldier and a resident of this city for the past 35 years, 
died yesterday morning at his west side home after a lingering illness. He was 
born in Cayuga county, New York, on September 12, 1839, coming to Milwaukee 
when a boy, moving to Manitowoc and later to De Pere. He was married to Miss 
Phoebe Mason, who survives him with three children, Mrs. Georgia Clorn of 
Rhinelander, Mrs. Clara Keyzer of Milwaukee and Edward at home.
In 1868 he enlisted in Company G, Thirty-Second Wisconsin regiment, and served 
through the war, receiving an honorable discharge. He was also a member of 
Harrison post which will have charge of the funeral to be held at 2 o'clock Saturday 
afternoon from the Congregational church, Rev. Ray will officiate.
Green Bay Press-Gazette, Wis., Thursday, March 13, 1913 pg. 5
*****
Services for the remains of George Knowlton were held this afternoon at 2 o'clock 
from the Congregational church. Rev. Ray officiated and the remains were laid to 
rest in the Cady cemetery. The Harrison Post, F.A.R., of which the deceased was a 
member, attended in a body.
Green Bay Press-Gazette, Wis., Saturday, March 15, 1913 pg. 5
*****
MARRIED HERE 50 YEARS AGO
George Knowlton and His Bride of Long Ago, Have Golden Wedding
Married in this city fifty years ago on January 6, 1860, Mr. and Mrs. Geo Knowlton, 
early day residents of Manitowoc, celebrated their golden wedding at West DePere, 
their present home last week and the event was attended by a large gathering of 
relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. Knowlton have been residents of West DePere 
since 1876, having removed from this city in that year, fifteen years after their 
marriage here.
Mr. Knowlton, who was born in New York in 1839 came to Wisconsin in 1847 and located 
in this city a year later. His wife, nee Phoebe Mason, also native of New York came 
with her parents to this county in 1852, coming to the city in that year. The marriage 
of Mr. Knowlton and Miss Mason was celebrated in this city.
Mr. and Mrs. Knowlton are parents of six children, three of whom are living and were 
present for the golden wedding, Mrs. J. Clorn, Rhinelander, Mrs. N. Keyser, Milwaukee 
and Edgar of Green Bay. Mr. Knowlton and his bride are well remembered by many of the 
older residents of the city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., Jan. 10, 1911
*****
[George Knowlton/bur 10-24-1922/cause: dropsy-heart disease-removal]


PHEBE KNOWLTON

MRS. PHOEBE KNOWLTON URIED IN MANITOWOC
DE PERE - Mrs. Phoebe Knowlton, 91, a charter member and a past president of 
Harrison Woman's Relief, who died in Milwaukee Tuesday evening, was buried at 
Evergreen cemetery in Manitowoc yesterday afternoon. The De Pere corps sent a 
cross of roses by Mrs. Susan Johnson to the funeral. Accompanying Mrs. Johnson 
on the motor trip were Mrs. Charles Bidwell, Mrs. George Tremlett, Mrs. Margaret 
Turriff, Green Bay.
Mrs. Knowlton was an active worker in the Relief corps when she lived here many 
years ago. She had resided in Milwaukee with a daughter, Mrs. Clara Kaiser, a 
number of years. Her husband, George Knowlton, was distinguished for his height, 
and was referred to as the tallest Civil war man in De Pere.
Green Bay Press-Gazette, Wis., Saturday, September 21, 1935 pg. 5
*****
MARRIED HERE 50 YEARS AGO
George Knowlton and His Bride of Long Ago, Have Golden Wedding
Married in this city fifty years ago on January 6, 1860, Mr. and Mrs. Geo Knowlton, 
early day residents of Manitowoc, celebrated their golden wedding at West DePere, 
their present home last week and the event was attended by a large gathering of 
relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. Knowlton have been residents of West DePere 
since 1876, having removed from this city in that year, fifteen years after their 
marriage here.
Mr. Knowlton, who was born in New York in 1839 came to Wisconsin in 1847 and located 
in this city a year later. His wife, nee Phoebe Mason, also native of New York came 
with her parents to this county in 1852, coming to the city in that year. The marriage 
of Mr. Knowlton and Miss Mason was celebrated in this city.
Mr. and Mrs. Knowlton are parents of six children, three of whom are living and were 
present for the golden wedding, Mrs. J. Clorn, Rhinelander, Mrs. N. Keyser, Milwaukee 
and Edgar of Green Bay. Mr. Knowlton and his bride are well remembered by many of the 
older residents of the city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., Jan. 10, 1911
*****
[bur. 09-20-1935/d. at Milwaukee, WI/cause: carcinoma/
bur. on George Knowlton lot] 


WILLIAM KNOWLTON

[child of George Knowlton/bur 10-13-1862]


ALFRED C. KNUDSON

Alfred C. Knudson of 224 Wisconsin st., Chicago, a former Manitowoc resident, 
died there Sunday. 
Funeral rites will be held at the graveside in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, 
at 3 p.m. Wednesday with the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, in 
charge. 
His wife, the former Anna Roeke is deceased. Only survivor is a son, Charles, 
of Chicago.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 16, 1953  P. 19 
********
Alfred Knudson and his aunt, Mrs. Sophie Roeske, accompanied by Mrs. Louis 
Samuel, have returned to Chicago, following funeral services Wednesday for 
the former's father, Alfred Knudson Sr., 84, of Chicago. Interment was in 
the family plot at Evergreen Cemetery purchased in 1860.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 19, 1953  P. 31
*******
[d. 11-15-1953 at Chicago, IL/age 84 yrs./bur. on Sivert Knutson lot]


ANNA CHRISTINA KNUDSON    (d. 1921)

Mrs. Carl M. Knudson, died Tuesday afternoon. She was 38 years of age. She was 
born at Jerpen, Town of Cato. Her maiden name was Christine Nelson. Besides her 
husband and daughter, Dorothy, she is survived by one brother, Oscar, who resides 
at Washington D. C.; two sisters, Mrs. Chas Halom and Mrs. Louis Peterson of 
Tigerton and one sister, Miss Laura Nelson. The funeral will be held this afternoon 
from the First Lutheran Church. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 15, 1921
**********
Notes from Zander:
Mr. and Mrs. Karkas Knutson received the sad news Monday evening of the death of 
his brother's wife, Mrs. Mondus Knutson(sic), who died Monday afternoon at 7:30 
o'clock and will be buried Thursday afternoon at Manitowoc. She was 38 years of 
age.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, Sept. 22, 1921
**********
(Mrs. Carl Mandus Knudson)
[Christine Knudson/bur. 09-15-1921/cause: acute myocarditis/bur. on Carl Knudson lot]


BABY KNUDSON  (d. Feb 1864)

[Iver Knudson/bur. 02-12-1864/burial register says buried 
the child of Iver Knudson, $1]


BABY KNUDSON  (d. Dec 1864)

[Iver Knudson/bur 01-01-1865/burial listed as 1/1/1865 in 
register, so probably died DEC. 1864/burial register says 
buried the child of Iver KNUTSON]


CARL MANDUS KNUDSON    (d. 1939)

Carl Mandus Knudson, 62, of 731 North Sixth street, died shortly after noon 
today at the Holy Family hospital. He had been in failing health two years. 
Mr. Knudson was born in 1876 in Gibson, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Ole Knudson. He 
married Miss Anna Christine Nelson in 1908. She preceded him in death 17 years 
ago.
He was employed for 28 years as a teamster and truck driver at the Rahr Malting 
company. Ill health forced him to discontinue work in February, 1936.
Survivors are a daughter, Dorothy, city; three sisters, Elizabeth, city, Mrs. 
Ellen Nelson and Mrs. Jacob Viig, both of Chicago; brother, Kenas, city; 13 
nephews and six nieces. A brother, Marcus, and sister, Mina Knudson Mathieson, 
preceded him in death.
Funeral arrangements will be announced Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 9, 1939  P. 2
*******
[cause: chronic myocarditis]


CAROLINE KNUDSON

Hanna Caroline Hansen
Baptism • U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969
Name	Hanna Caroline Hansen
Baptism Age	0
Record Type	Baptism
Birth Date  2 Sep 1869
Baptism Date  5 Dec 1869
Baptism Place  Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA
Father  Ole Hansen
Mother  Anne Elisabeth Hansen
Church Name  Valders and G Jerpen Lutheran Parish
Church Location  Valders, Wisconsin
"U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969"
*****
Hannah Caroline Hansen
Marriage • U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969
Name	Hannah Caroline Hansen
[Hannah Caroline Knudsen]
Gender  Female
Record Type	Marriage
Birth Place	Manitowoc
Marriage Date  17 May 1893
Marriage Place  Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA
Father  Marit Knudsen
Mother  Anne Elisabeth Knudsen
Spouse  Charles Anton Knudsen
Church Name  Valders and G Jerpen Lutheran Parish
Church Location  Valders, Wisconsin
"U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969"
*****
[Hannah Caroline/d. 03-02-1962 at Detroit MI/
age 92 yrs./cause: cerebral thrombosis/cremains/widow of Charles A. Knudson]


CHARLES A. KNUDSON    (d. 1930)

FUNERAL OF C.A. KNUDSON HELD TODAY 
Former Local Resident Who Died Suddenly at New York, Buried Here This Afternoon 
Funeral services for the late G. A. Knudson, brother of Norman A. Knudson of 
this city and a former resident here who passed away Thursday in New York, took 
place this afternoon at two o'clock from the Frazier Mortuary, Ninth and Chicago 
streets, with interment in Evergreen cemetery. The remains arrived here this 
morning from New York accompanied by Mrs. Knudson, sons Charles and Norman, and 
daughter Elizabeth. The funeral was under the auspices of the Knights of Pythias 
Lodge No. 88 of this city. A delegation from the K. of P. Lodge at Sheboygan, 
where the deceased resided for 37 years after leaving Manitowoc, also attended.
Was at Sheboygan 37 Years 
Mr. Knudson, whose death at his home in Manaroneck, a suburb of New York was 
sudden, left Sheboygan where he had been connected with the Forst Veneer Seating 
Co. for 37 years, to become sales and credit manager for the company in the east. 
For years he was secretary and auditor of the company in Sheboygan. Born and 
reared in this city he was employed as a book keeper in a local bank for years 
and later engaged in the lumber business at Arpin, Wis. A year later he located 
at Sheboygan.
The deceased was 73 years of age.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 7, 1930  P. 2
*******
[bur. 7-7-1930/age 73 yrs/died at Mamaronech Westchester New York/
cause: caronary(sic) scherosi]


IVER KNUDSON    (d. 1896)

From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-Five Years Ago - (1896)
Iver Knudson of this city died on Tuesday morning from a stroke of apoplexy he 
had on the Friday preceding. He was on his way to the drug store when he received 
the shock. He was taken home but died without recovering consciousness. He was 
born in Valders, Norway, April 23, 1824 and came to this country in 1851, settling 
in Manitowoc, which place he made his home continuously until the time of his death. 
He was a quiet, unobtrusive man who died his duty well and without ostentation. 
His funeral takes place this afternoon.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 22, 1921
********
[Iver Knudson/bur. 07-21-1896/age 72 yrs./cause: apoplexy]
********
Iver Knudson
birth: 4 April 1824 Norway
death: 21 July 1896 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Manitowoc
spouse: Marit
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[age 72 yrs./cause: apoplexy]
(death record: Knudson, Iver/21 Jul. 1896/co. death index: v.4  p.362)


KNUD SIWART KNUDSON    (d. 1875)

Died, in this city on the 2d inst., Knud Sigwart, second son of Iver Knudson 
aged 16 years and 4 days.
Manitowoc Tribune, Thursday, July 8, 1875 P. 3
*******
[I also show an unknown (brother) Knudson burial on this lot buried on an 
unknown date. In the lot diagram book it is listed only as "Brother (1875)." 
Looking at the census, his name may be Knud L. Knudson. The lot was 
purchased by Iver Knudson & was paid for 2/17/1864 ($3.00)]
*******
(1860 Manitowoc ward 1 census:
Iver Knuteson 36 carpenter; Mary 26; Chas. A. 3; Knute L. 11/12 this one would be b.1859)


MARIT KNUDSON

Mrs. Iver Knudson died Tues. in Sheboygan. The deceased had lived 
in our city for the last half century but had moved in with her son 
in Sheboygan a few months ago. The body was brought here and will 
be buried tomorrow afternoon in the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 14 Apr. 1904
*********
Mrs. Iver Knudson, aged 70, mother of Captain Knudson, former commander 
of Company H of this city, died at the home of her son Charles in 
Sheboygan Tuesday. She was a resident of this city for over fifty years. 
Three children, Charles, of Sheboygan, Norman, of this city, and Edward 
of Atlanta, Wis., survive. The body was brought to this city to the home 
of Capt. Hansen on New York Avenue this afternoon for interment at 
Evergreen. The funeral service was conducted at the First Norwegian 
Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 14, 1904  pg. 1
*********
[Mrs. Marit Knudson/bur. 04-14-1904/age 69 yrs./cause: gastro intritis]


MARY J. KNUDSON

Mrs. Josephine (sic) Bleser Knudson, widow of Capt. Norman A. Knudson, died at 
her home, 809 Marshall street, Sunday afternoon at 5 o'clock. She was 64 years 
old and had been in ill health for some time.
Mrs. Knudson was a native of Manitowoc, the daughter of Adam Bleser. She was 
born in this city Jan. 6, 1874. Her husband, the late Capt. Norman A. Knudson, 
died in 1934. He commanded Company H, Manitowoc guard unit, in the Spanish 
American war, taking charge of the company at Charleston, S.C. as it was 
preparing to embark for Puerto Rico, when Capt. William Abel became ill.
The only immediate survivor is a sister, Mrs. Frank A. Miller.
The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer Funeral home where services will be con-
ducted Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. to be followed by requiem mass at St. Boniface 
church, conducted by the Rev. Anthony Jaeckle. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 6, 1938  P. 2
********
[Josephine B./d. 09-04-1938/age 64 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis/
bur. on Norman A. Knudson lot] 


MYRTLE KNUDSON

Myrtle Viola Knutson (sic)
birth: 1 September 1904 Manitowoc
death: 1 October 1904 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1904 Manitowoc
father: Knut Knutson
mother: Julia
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
********
[bur. 10-03-1904/age 4 mo./cause: colic]


NILES KNUDSON  (OR OSCAR)

A little child of Arne Knudson died on Monday of this week of diphtheria.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 22, 1881
*********
(Listed as Knutzen bur. 1881)
******
(Possibly Oscar or Niles Knudson or Knutson)
*********
(From 1880 Manitowoc City directory: 
Arne Knutson residence corner Ninth and Huron streets
From 1880 Manitowoc ward 2-4 census:
Arny Knudson age 32; wife Emma age 30; Martin age 11; Matilda age 10;
Oscar age 5; Niles Christ. age 2)
(I put this under Niles because he was the youngest and I can't locate
either on the 1900 census)


NORMAN KNUDSON  (d. 1934)

KNUDSON, Captain' Norman A.-Age 59, died early Monday evening after long 
illness. Born in this city, attended city schools, and commanded Company 
H in the Spanish-American war. Later was with Reiss Coal company, North 
Western road and secretary of Maritime Securities company and Chicago-
Roosevelt Steamship company. Served term as state senator. Married here 
to Josephine Bleser who survives with one brother. Funeral Thursday at 
2 p.m. from Masonic Temple under Masonic auspices. Interment Evergreen. 
Body lies in state from Wednesday on at the Masonic Temple.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, April 11, 1934 P.13
*******
Perhaps few of the city's well known residents were more beloved than 
Captain Norman Knudson who, after a lingering illnes passed away at the 
hospital Monday and was laid to rest today.
Aside from his military activities in which he endeared himself to the 
boys who served under him, he was a leader in many of the city's under-
takings and was active and faithful in each of these assignments. Many 
of our citizens will still remember the scene as he and the boys returned 
from their service in the Spanish-American war, when the company marched 
down Eighth street welcomed in triumph after having done their part in 
their country's cause. 
Attesting to his popularity, is the fact that when his name was advanced 
for a legislative post he took no part in the campaign. The rigors of the 
Porto Rico campaign caused his illness at the time and though he made no 
effort in his behalf, he was elected by a handsome majority and served 
with credit.
Personally, his geniality and kindliness won him host of friends. Among his 
Spanish-American war comrades he was a great favorite and the life of every 
military social gathering. He was one of the originators of the Last Man's 
club, but no one anticipated that he would be the first to whom the "absent 
brother" toast would be drunk.
Norman, everyone called him that, will be missed. Fraternal, military, and 
social circles have lost a valued contributor and to his widow and relatives 
will go an expression of sincerest condolence.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 12, 1934 p.4
*********
Final Rites For Captain Norman A. Kundson (sic) Thursday Afternoon
(large photo)
Funeral services for the late Captain Norman A. Knudson, Spanish-American 
war veteran and shipyard official who died Monday night, were held Thursday 
afternoon from the Masonic Temple. The picture shows the flag draped casket 
being borne by the pallbearers between rows of uniformed Knights Templar to 
the hearse. The march to Evergreen cemetery was headed by the colors which 
Capt. Knudson donated to Camp Lawton, Camp No. 2, Spanish-American war 
veterans four years ago. The funeral was under Masonic auspices and was 
largely military in character.
Company E. the local guard, headed the cortege, followed by a full represent-
ation of Spanish-American veterans and also former member of Company H. 
Included among the visitors here to pay their last respects were Col. Charles 
A. Green of Appleton, who was regimental adjutant during the Spanish-American 
war, and Captain Hugh E. Pomeroy of the same city who was in command of Co. G 
of Appleton, a unit of the Second Wisconsin Infanty with the local company in 
the war. They represented the Officers of Foreign Wars organization of which 
the late Captain Knudson was a member. A former comrade, Frank Mulvaney of 
Marion, and Mike Stein, Capt. Pameroy's orderly, also attended.
After the Masonic services at the grave, a squad of Company E guardsmen fired 
the last salute and the bugler sounded taps. The funeral was one of the largest 
in the city, attended by representatives of the Shipyard, military organizations 
to which the deceased belonged, and member of various fraternal organizations 
of which the deceased was a member.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, April 13, 1934 P.2
*********
Death Removes Member of Soldiers Commission
Death last week of Captian Norman A. Knudson leaves the soldiers relief commission 
of the county with but two members. Attorny Walter Clark and Major Edward J. 
Schmidt. The state law covering this body is that the three members, appointed 
by the county judge, must be made up of persons who have seen service in the 
United States forces during a war.
Illness of County Judge John Chloupek prevents selection of a member of the 
commission to succeed Capt. Knudson and the body will continue to function with 
two members of the present. It administers relief funds allotted to veterans by 
the county board. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 19, 1934 P.2
*********
[bur. 4-12-1934/cause: carcinoma gall bladder]


NORMAN E. KNUDSON  (d. 1970)

Norman Edward Knudson
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Norman Edward Knudson
Gender  Male
Race	White
Birth Date  10 Dec 1898
Birth Place  1st Ward, Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Father  Charles A Knudson
Mother  Hanna Hanson
FHL Film Number	1305593
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
Norman Edward Knudson
Military • U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947
Name	Norman Edward Knudson
Race	White
Age	43
Birth Date	10 Dec 1898
Birth Place	Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Residence Place	Mamaroneck, West., New York
Registration Date	14 Feb 1942
Registration Place	Mamk, New York, USA
Employer	Terrill Belknap Marsh Assocites - 480 Lexington Ave N.Y
Height	5'' 8"
Weight	160
Complexion	Light
Hair Color	Blonde
Eye Color	Gray
Next of Kin	Mrs H. C. Knudson
"U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947"
*****
Norman E. Knudson
Death • U.S., Headstone Applications for Military Veterans, 1861-1985
Name	Norman E. Knudson
Rank	Private
Birth Date	10 Dec 1898
Service Number	7185
Service Branch	US Army
Unit	15th D.b., Camp Upton, N.y.
Company	5th Company
Enlistment Date	12 Aug 1917
Discharge Date	1 May 1919
Death Date	10 Jan 1970
Cemetery	Evergreen
Cemetery Location	Manitowor, Wisconsin, USA
"U.S., Headstone Applications for Military Veterans, 1861-1985"
*****
Norman Knudson
Death • U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014
Name	Norman Knudson
Social Security Number  XXX
Birth Date	10 Dec 1898
Issue year	Before 1951
Issue State	New York
Last Residence  10017, New York, New York, New York, USA
Death Date	Jan 1970
"U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014"
*****
[d. at North Bergen NJ/cremains/bur. on Charles Knudson estate lot] 


CHARLES KNUELL

CHAS. KNUELL, 67, DIES TODAY AT HOME IN RAPIDS 
Charles Knuell, 67, a lifelong resident of the town of Manitowoc Rapids and 
who has been an invalid for the past six years passed away this morning at 
seven o'clock at the homestead, at Four Corners. The deceased was born in the 
town and in 1892 was married to Ella La Court who survives him, together with 
four daughters, Mrs. Albert Sydow, Mrs. Adolph Karbon, and Mrs. George Karbon, 
all of Rapids and Mrs. James Karbon of Duluth and one son, Elmer Knuell, with 
whom Mr. and Mrs. Knuell made their home. There are also two brothers, George 
and Henry of this city, and three sisters, Mrs. John Bruder and Mrs. John 
Schroeder of this city and Mrs. Alvina Oestreich, of Antigo.
The remains will be removed to the family home at Four Corners Wednesday 
morning from the Frazier mortuary. Funeral services will be held Friday 
afternoon, at 1:30 from the home.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 27, 1931  P. 2
*******
[bur. 1-30-1931/age 67/cause: lobar pneumonia/died at Manitowoc Rapids, WI/
bur. on William Schroeder lot]


ELLA KNUELL

Mrs. Ella Knuell, 78, route 5, Manitowoc, died at the home of her son, Elmer, 
Thursday night. Her husband, Charles, preceded her in death 15 years ago.
Mrs. Knuell was born in Manitowoc Rapids in 1867.
Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Albert Sydow of Kossuth, Mrs. Jim Karbon of 
Francis Creek, Mrs. George Karbon and Mrs. Adolph Karbon of route 5, Manitowoc; 
one son, Elmer; 14 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Frazier Mortuary chapel, 
with the Rev. A. C. Fische officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
The body will lie in state at the mortuary from 2 p.m. Sunday until the time 
of the funeral Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 14, 1945  P. 2
*******
[d. 12-17-1945/age 78 yrs./bur. on William Schroeder lot]


ELMER KNUELL

Elmer Knuell, 91, formerly of 2106 North Rapids Rd., Manitowoc, Died Saturday 
Evening June 6, 1992, at Park Lawn Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. 
on Tuesday, June 9, 1992, at First Reformed United Church of Christ with Rev. 
Stephen Schuette officiating. Burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
Was born December 3, 1900, in the township of Manitowoc Rapids. Son of the late 
Charles and Ella (LaCount) Knuell. He grew up and was educated in the Town of 
Manitowoc Rapids attending local schools. He farmed and worked as a truck driver 
for Schuette Construction Company for many years retiring in 1971. He first 
married Roneta Scherer, October 17, 1923, at Manitowoc. She preceded him in death 
June 16, 1972. He was then married to Minnie Fraytich Woest, October 30, 1973. He 
was a member of First Reformed United Chruch (sic) of Christ, and was a retired 
member of the Teamsters Union Local 75.
Survived by his wife Minnie, Manitowoc; one daughter and son-in-law, Doris May 
and Ralph Remiker, Manitowoc; four grandchildren, Kay Lynn Remiker, St. Louis, 
Mo., Lee Remiker, Amy Dworak, Kim Remiker, all of Manitowoc; two great 
grandchildren, Nicole,and Alyssa Dworak; one sister, Verna Karbon, Manitowoc; 
also neices (sic), nephews, and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in 
death by one infant daughter and three sisters.
Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer or (sic) Urbanek and Schlei funeral home 
from 5-8 p.m. on Monday, June 8, 1992, and Tuesday, June 9, 1992, at the Church 
from 1 p.m. until the time of services. Memorials would be appreciated for First 
Reformed United Church of Christ.
Herald Times Reporter, June 8, 1992 P. A2
********
[widower of Roneta Knuell/bur. on Abe LaCount lot/Elmer remarried & 
his 2nd wife's name was Minnie.]
(b. Dec. 3, 1899/SSDI)


ERNA KNUELL

Knuell
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Knuell
Gender  Female
Race	White
Birth Date	24 Sep 1888
Birth Place	Manitowoc Rapids, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Father  Wm Knuell
Mother  La Count
FHL Film Number	1305082
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
Knuell
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907
Name	Knuell
Birth Date	24 Sep 1888
Birth Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Reel	0118
Record Number  000297
"Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907"
*****
[Erna Knuell/bur 08-29-1889/burial register has Erna Knull (umlaut over u), 
female, 11 months, [child of] Charles & Ella Knull (umlaut over u), born 
in Rapids, cause of death: summer complaint, $1.50]


EUNICE KNUELL

Knuell
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Knuell
Death Date	28 Oct 1924
Death County  Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[Baby Knell/bur 10-29-1924/premature birth/bur on Abe LaCount lot] 


MINNA KNUELL

PIONEER OF CITY DIES AT AGE OF 83 YRS. 
Mrs. Minnie Knell(sic) Ill Only 1 Week when End Came 
Death ended the life of Mrs. Minnie Knell, an aged resident of the 
city, yesterday, when she passed away after an illness of only one 
week's duration. Mrs. Knell's death was due to infirmities of age, 
she being 83 years old. 
Mrs. Knell, the widow of the late William Knell, had been a resident 
of Manitowoc for 58 years, coming here from Germany where she was 
born. She is survived by four sons, William, Charles, Henry and George, 
all of this city, and three daughters, Mrs. Shroeder of Milwaukee, Mrs. 
Oestreich of Elmhurst and Mrs. J. Bruder of this city. The funeral will 
be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home of Henry Knell, 
1411 Clark street. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald| Thursday, June 03, 1915, Page 5 
********* 
FOUR SONS AND TWO GRANDSONS OFFICIATE AS PALL BEARERS AT BURIAL 
OF MRS. MINNIE KNELL(sic)
Four sons and two grandsons of the decedent officiated in performing 
the last sad offices for Mrs. Minnie Knell at the funeral which was 
held from the home of Henry Knell, Clark street, Saturday afternoon, 
bearing the body to its last resting place in Evergreen cemetery as 
pall bearers. The Rev. Grether officiated at the services at the home 
and the grave and a large concourse of friends made up the funeral 
cortege. Former neighbors of the dead woman were present from Kossuth. 
Mrs. Knell, besides four sons and three daughters, is survived by 
twenty two grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren. She was 83 
years of age. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, June 07, 1915, Page 5 
*********
[cause: pneumonia/bur. on Wilhelmina Knuell lot]
*********
William Knuell
wife: Wilhelmine Fricke
daughter Justine Hermine Friedericke Knuell-b.Jan. 31, 1859 in Manitowoc co.
(From daughter Justine marriage, source Family Search


RONETA KNUELL

Mrs. Elmer Knuell, 76, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, died Friday morning at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Schultz will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Knuell, nee Roneta Scherer, was born Aug. 29, 1895, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Henry and Emma Fricke Scherer. She was married to Elmer Knuell 
Oct. 17, 1923, at Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, a daughter, a twin brother, Roland, of Rt. 2, 
Two Rivers, and four grandchildren. A daughter preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 4 p.m. 
Sunday until 1 p.m. Monday and then at the church until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 16, 1972
*******
[d. 06-16-1972/age 76 yrs./wife of Elmer Knuell/bur. on Abe LaCount lot]


AGNES A. KNUTH

Agnes A. Knuth, 87, of 1121A South 20th Street, Manitowoc, died Tuesday, July 4, 
1989 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1 pm Friday at St. 
John United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. Rev. Kim Henning will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Agnes Anna Vetter was born November 14, 1901 in the Town of Newton, Manitowoc 
County, daughter of the late Herman and Elizabeth Commings Vetter. She married 
William F. Knuth on May 23, 1935 at St. John United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. 
He preceded her in death on October 13, 1965. Mrs. Knuth was a member of St. John 
United Church of Christ and the Senior Citizens of Manitowoc.
Survivors include two nephews, Douglas and his wife, Gwynn Vetter of Manitowoc, 
Wayne and his wife, Peggy Vetter of Akron, Ohio; a niece, Gloria and her husband, 
Arnold Schmidt of Green Bay; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Gina Vetter and Mrs. Ceil 
Vetter of Manitowoc; one great niece and five great nephews. She was preceded in 
death by three brothers, Clarence, Elmer and Wilbert Vetter; a niece and a great 
niece.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 4 pm to 8 pm Thursday and at the church 
on Friday from 11 am to the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., July 3, 1989 page B8


ALETHA H. KNUTH

Mrs. Herbert (Aletha H.) Knuth, 83, of 612 Buffalo Street, Manitowoc, died 
Thursday morning, May 25, 1989 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 1:30 pm Tuesday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Revs. 
Henry F. Koch and Timothy Lindloff will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Knuth was born September 10, 1905 at Two Rivers, Wisconsin, daughter of the 
late Henry and Anna Erbe Koch. She married Herbert H. Knuth on June 18, 1926 at 
Two Rivers. Mrs. Knuth was a charter member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church 
and the church's Ladies Aide.
Survivors include her husband, Herbert; two children, Donald H. (Elisabeth) Knuth 
of Manitowoc and Robert H. (Marilyn) Knuth of Green Bay; a brother, Fred (Edith) Koch 
of Denver, Colorado; a sister-in-law, Erma Koch of Two Rivers; seven grandchildren; 
six great grandchildren; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by 
several brothers.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 pm to 8 pm Monday 
and Tuesday from 9 am to 11:30 am and then at the church from 12:30 pm to the time of 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., May 26, 1989 page B7

********
Miss Aletha Koch, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Koch Sr., and Herbert H. Knuth of Manitowoc were wedded Friday morning at St. John's Lutheran church, Rev.W.G. Haase officiating in the presence of a large gathering of friends and relatives. The Misses Mabel Paeppe of Milwaukee and Freda Kopischke were the bride's attendants and the groom's were Fred Koch and Roland Keune. A reception was held for the couple at the bride's home where dinner was served to sixty guests. Upon their return from their honeymoon trip, Mr. and Mrs. Knuth will take up their residence at 612 Buffalo St. Out of town guests were Mr.and Mrs. George Koch, Miss Mabel Paeppe and Rev. and Mrs. H. Knuth of Milwaukee and Mr. and Mrs. John Koch of Denver.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., June 25, 1926 
*********
[wife of Herbert H. Knuth]


DONALD H. KNUTH  (d. 2023)

Our Lord Jesus called Donald Henry Knuth to his heavenly home on April 18, 2023, at the age of 95.  The word “blessed" was a word commonly used by his family when speaking about his life.  
Don was first blessed with faith in his Savior through Baptism and was spiritually fed at his church, First German Evangelical Lutheran, where he had actively served as trustee and usher through the years.
Don was blessed with a family who loved him and learned so much from him.  With Elisabeth, his wife of 67 years, they shared the joys of life with faith and family.
Don and Liz were blessed with their home on Silver Creek Road. They hosted many gatherings and fish boils on their six acres of property. Taking care of the yard and woods was one of his favorite pastimes. Children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren helped with tree cutting, brush moving, and log hauling. The wood was used in their home for woodwork, flooring, and furniture for the family.  Walks over the bridge and to the woods kept him active.
Don was blessed with a love of travel, and together with family traveled around the United States and around the world to places like Germany, Greece, Ireland, and Norway. Five trips to Zambia and Malawi encouraged their daughter and son-in-law who served in the mission field there.
Don was blessed with a love of learning. He enjoyed books and magazines on steam trains, ships, anything mechanical, history, and Biblical archeology. He was also blessed with a fantastic memory and intelligence, making conversations with him interesting and informative.  
Don was blessed with the joy of trains. Many trips were planned around where they could see or enjoy a ride on a steam train. Colorado and those trains beckoned him often. He also built a train track for his family to ride around in his woods.  
Donald Henry Knuth was born on May 9, 1927, to Herbert and Aletha Knuth in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.  He graduated from Lincoln High School and went on to serve his country, enlisting in the Navy in May of 1945. While in the Pacific, he celebrated the end of the war and later mothballed ships in San Diego until 1948. He earned an Agricultural Engineering degree from Purdue University, and courted Liz while testing farm equipment for Case Corporation in Arizona. Don and Elisabeth Katherina Koch were married on September 11, 1955, in Morrison, Wisconsin; when he started working for Mirro Aluminum, they returned to Manitowoc.  They were blessed with five children:  Donald R. and Suzanne (Behnke) Knuth of Fond du Lac, WI; Karen and Dr. James Grunwald of Manitowoc, WI; David Knuth of Waukesha, WI; Katherine and Rev. Paul Waldek of Trumbull, CT; and Kay Knuth of Green Bay, WI. They were blessed with 10 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Family also includes Robert and Marilyn Knuth of Green Bay, WI, and Rev. Henry and Judy Koch of Manitowoc, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents, in-laws, and Ruth (Koch) and Arthur Freix of Green Bay, WI.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1033 South 8th Street, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Jacob Hoff with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military honors will be accorded by American Legion Drews Bleser Post 88 of Manitowoc. Following the burial service, a luncheon will be held at the church hall. The family will greet relatives and friends from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 28, 2023 at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 628 North Water Street, Manitowoc. The visitation will continue on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. 
Memorials may be given to First German Lutheran Church Organ Fund or Manitowoc Lutheran High School. The family is grateful to Unity Hospice for their service and support.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com. 
Don’s family and friends are blessed to have known him, and rejoice to know that he is now enjoying the glories of heaven.
https://www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com/obituary/donald-knuth

DONALD J. KNUTH  (d. 1993)

Donald J. Knuth, age 48, of 11222 Hilltop Road, Cato, died Monday evening, July 26, 
1993, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Private family graveside services will be held at a later date with cremation having 
taken place. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born December 25, 1944, in Manitowoc, son of the late Oscar and Ethel Miller 
Knuth. He attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the class of 1962. He 
later attended engineering school and was a self-employed contractor.
Survivors include four sons, Donald and Steven Knuth, Cato, Nathan and Justin Knuth, 
Manitowoc; one daughter, Jennifer Knuth, Manitowoc; his fiancée, Karen O'Leary, Cato.
There will be no visitation. The Jens Funeral Home and Crematory are assisting the 
family with services.
Herald Times Reporter, July 28, 1993  P. A2
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[cremains/bur. on Ethel Knuth lot]


ETHEL L. KNUTH

Ethel Miller
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Records, 1812-1921
Name	Ethel Miller
Birth Date	12 Jun 1908
Birth County  Brown, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Records, 1812-1921"
*****
Ethel Miller
Marriage • Wisconsin, U.S., Marriage Records, 1820-2004
Name	Ethel Miller
Marriage Date  28 Dec 1935
Marriage County	Brown, Wisconsin, USA
Spouse  Oscar Knuth
"Wisconsin, U.S., Marriage Records, 1820-2004"
*****
Ethel Knuth
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1959-1997
Name	Ethel Knuth
Death Date	6 Mar 1990
Location	Manitowoc
Certificate	006804
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1959-1997"
*****
Ethel Knuth
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Ethel Knuth
Death Date	6 Mar 1990
Death County  Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[d. 03-06-1990/cremains/widow of Oscar Knuth] 


HENRY W. KNUTH

Henry W. Knuth, 76, of 1110 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Wesley Methodist Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Kristaps Caune will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Knuth was born April 4, 1894, at Cooperstown, son of the late Frank and 
Theresia Pepper Knuth. He married Lara E. Gruegge Dec. 5, 1923, at Lark. The 
couple moved to Manitowoc in 1931 and had resided here since. Prior to his 
retirement in 1959 he had been employed at Gray Iron Foundry, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Mrs. William (Bernice) Vosburg, of 
Grafton; a sister, Mrs. James Freimuth, of Kellnersville, and four grandchildren. 
A daughter, Miss LaVonne Knuth, preceded him in death June 11, 1969.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 4 p.m. Friday. 
The casket will be moved to the church at noon Saturday to lie in state until 
the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 3, 1970  P. 25


HERBERT H. KNUTH

Herbert H. Knuth, age 95, a resident of Manitowoc, died Monday, January 11, 
1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 15, 1999, at 
Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church. Rev. Glenn Unke will officiate with burial at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born August 30, 1903, in the town of Gibson, Manitowoc County, son of 
the late J. Gustave and Amalia Sturm Knuth. He was employed as a machinist at 
various local industries. He married Aletha H. Koch, June 18, 1926, in Two 
Rivers. She preceded him in death, May 25, 1989. He was a charter member of 
Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church and had served on the church council in past 
years.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Donald H. and Elisabeth Knuth, 
Manitowoc, Robert H. and Marilyn Knuth, Green Bay; seven grandchildren; 14 
great-grandchildren along with other relatives and friends. He was preceded 
in death by his wife Aletha, in 1989, along with brothers and sisters.
Friends may call at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church on Friday from 9 a.m. until 
the time of service at 11 a.m.
Memorials may be made to Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church or the donor's choice.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 14, 1999 P. A2
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Funeral Services for Herbert H. Knuth, age 95, a resident of Manitowoc, who 
died Monday, January 11, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc, 
will be held at 11 a.m. (TODAY) Friday, January 15, 1999, at Immanuel Ev. 
Lutheran Church. Rev. Glenn Unke will officiate with burial at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Immanueal Ev. Lutheran Church from 9 a.m. (TODAY) Friday 
until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Memorials may be made to Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church or the donor's choice.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 15, 1999

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Miss Aletha Koch, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Koch Sr., and Herbert H. Knuth of Manitowoc were wedded Friday morning at St. John's Lutheran church, Rev.W.G. Haase officiating in the presence of a large gathering of friends and relatives. The Misses Mabel Paeppe of Milwaukee and Freda Kopischke were the bride's attendants and the groom's were Fred Koch and Roland Keune. A reception was held for the couple at the bride's home where dinner was served to sixty guests. Upon their return from their honeymoon trip, Mr. and Mrs. Knuth will take up their residence at 612 Buffalo St. Out of town guests were Mr.and Mrs. George Koch, Miss Mabel Paeppe and Rev. and Mrs. H. Knuth of Milwaukee and Mr. and Mrs. John Koch of Denver.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., June 25, 1926 

LAURA E. KNUTH

Mrs. Laura E. Knuth, 75, a Manitowoc resident died Wednesday at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday at Wesley United Methodist Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. David Passet will officiate with burial in Evergreen 
cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Knuth, nee Laura E. Bruegge was born Jan. 19, 1901 at Glenmore, daughter 
of the late Herman and Henrietta Bruegge. She was married to Henry W. Knuth 
Dec. 5, 1923 at Lark. He preceded her in death Sept. 2, 1970. She was a member 
of Manitowoc Senior Citizens.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. William (Bernice) Vosburg of Grafton and 
four grandchildren, Jeffrey Curtis, Joan and William II. A daughter LaVonne 
preceded her in death June 11, 1969.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday 
until 11:30 a.m. Friday and at the church from noon until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, April 14, 1976  P. 23
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[widow of Henry W. Knuth]


LA VONNE KNUTH

Miss La Vonne Knuth, 44, former Manitowoc resident who had been living and 
working at Denver, Colo., the past 20 years, died Wednesday at American Medical 
Center, Denver, where she was a patient one year.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. D. T. Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Miss Knuth was born Jan. 28, 1925, at Cooperstown, daughter of Henry W. and 
Laura E. Bruegge Knuth. She came to Manitowoc with her parents as a child, 
attended Manitowoc public schools and was graduated from Lincoln High School 
in 1943. She had been a secretary.
Survivors include the parents of Manitowoc, a sister, Mrs. William Vosburg, of 
Grafton, Wis., a niece and three nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral home this Thursday evening. The casket will 
remain closed. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 12, 1969  P. 18 
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[d. 06-11-1969 at Spivak CO/age 44 yrs./bur. on Henry W. and Laura E. Knuth lot]
(28 Jan 1925/Jun 1969/SSDI)


OSCAR R. KNUTH

Oscar R. Knuth, 57, of 802 S. 26th St., Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon at 
Manitowoc Equipment Works of a coronary attack. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Wesley Methodist Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Donald Stannard will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Knuth was born Feb. 16, 1908, in the Town of Cooperstown, son of the late 
Frank and Theresa Peper Knuth. He married Ethel L. Miller Dec. 28, 1936, at 
Lark, and the couple owned and operated a farm at Glenmore for 10 years before 
moving to Manitowoc. He was a trimmer-assembler at the Equipment Works 15 
years.
He is survived by his wife, a son, Donald J., a brother, Henry, of Manitowoc 
and a sister, Mrs. James Freimuth of Kellnersville. Two brothers and a sister 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Sunday until 
noon Monday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 18, 1965  P. 3
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[d. 12-17-1965/age 57 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Ethel L. Knuth lot]


WILLIAM C. KNUTH

W.C. Knuth, Long Ill, Dies
William C. Knuth, 73, of 860 N. 18th St., Manitowoc, died last week at home after 
a lingering illness. Funeral services were held Saturday at St. John United Church 
of Christ, Manitowoc with burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Knuth was born December 14, 1891 in the Town of Cooperstown, son of the late 
Frank and Theresa Peper Knuth. He married Agnes Vetter in 1935 and the couple 
lived at Denmark where he was employed by Pet Milk Co. until 1942 when the couple 
moved to Manitowoc. He worked for Mirro Aluminum Co. from 1942 until 1958 when he 
retired.
Survivors are his wife; a sister, Mrs. James Freimuth, Kellnersville and two brothers, 
Henry and Oscar, Manitowoc. A sister and a brother preceded him in death.
Denmark Press, Thurs., Oct. 21, 1965
********
Funeral services for William C. Knuth, 73, of 809 N. 18th St., Manitowoc, who 
died Wednesday, were at 2 pm Saturday at St. John United Church of Christ, 
Manitowoc. The Rev.Paul H. Blaufuss officiated and burial was in Evergreen 
Cemetery. Pallbearers were Douglas Vetter, Arnold Schmidt, ElRoy and Donald 
Knuth, Russell Holmes and Lester Siebold.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Oct. 18, 1965 page 9
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[d. 10-13-1965/age 73 yrs.]


ALICE KNUTSON    (d. 1956)

Mrs. Ben Knutson, 68, of 934A S. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after suffering a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. W. A. Hallerud officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
She was born Alice Halverson, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Halverson, 
of Manitowoc on Aug. 9, 1888. On Oct. 10, 1906 she was married to Mr. Knutson 
and they lived in Manitowoc all their life. Mr. Knutson died in July 1953.
Surviving is a son Milton of Rt. 2, Manitowoc; a brother, Walter Halverson of 
Minneapolis, Minn.; three sisters, Mrs. Christine Spaeth and Mrs. Inez Johnson 
of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Ralph Ward of Louisville, Ky.; and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 p.m. 
Sunday to 11 a.m. Monday when the body will be taken to church to lie in state 
until the time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 15, 1956  P. 13
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[d. 09-14-1956/age 68 yrs./widow of Benjamin Knutson]


ALICE R. KNUTSON    (d. 1998)

Alice R. Knutson, age 78, a resident of 407 E. Reed Ave., Manitowoc, died
Wednesday, June 10, 1998, at Rivers Bend Medical and Rehabilitation Center,
Manitowoc.
A Memorial Service will be held at 5:00 p.m. Monday, June 15, 1998, at St.
Paul's Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Officiating will be Rev. Robert Simensen.
It was her request to be cremated and to have her cremains buried in Evergeen
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Alice was born December 27, 1919, in Manitowoc, Wis. Her parents were the late
Walter and Beatrice Hermann Wigen. She graduated from Lincoln High School in
1938, and from the Norwegian American Hospital, Chicago, Ill. She served with
the United States Air Force Nurse Corps from February, 1943 to September, 1945.
In 1974, she married George Knutson in Madison. Mr. Knutson preceded her in
death in July, 1979. For many years she was employed as an occupational nurse
by the Foley Company from where she retired in 1987. She was a member of St.
Paul's Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include three children, Mary (Ken) Bruechert, Bradley (Jeanne) Field,
all of Manitowoc, Randolph (Patricia) Field, West Bend; a step-son Jim (Ruth)
Knutson, Cottage Grove; a sister, Maxine (Ken) Barry, Branford, Conn.; three
grandchildren, Jodi, Victor and Matthew; a great granddaughter, Hope; a sister-
in-law, Rose Marie Wigen, Manitowoc; also other relatives and friends. She was
preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a sister, Eunice Knutsen; and
a brother, Walter Wigen.
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to St. Paul's Lutheran 
Church, or to Salvation Army Child Care Centery.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Service assisted the family
with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 12, 1998
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[cremation]


ANNA KNUTSON    (d.1908)

Mrs. Sever Knudson(sic), an old resident of our county, died Sunday at age 78 of 
old age debility. She had lived in Manitowoc for three years. She is survived by 
her husband, 4 daughters and a son. The funeral was Tuesday.
Der Nord Westen, 06 Feb. 1908
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DIED:
Mrs. Sievert Knudson, aged 79 years, died Sunday at her home on Chicago street. 
She had been a resident of the county over 50 years. Besides a husband she leaves 
one son Alfred of Chicago, and four daughters, Mrs. Sam Hall, Manitowoc Rapids, 
Mrs. Martha Bolter, Chicago, Mrs. Healy and Mrs. Miller, California.
The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon from the First Norwegian Lutheran 
church. Interment was at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 6, 1908 pg. 1
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LIVED HERE OVER 50 YEARS 
Mrs. Sievert Knudson (sic) is Dead After Long Residence in This City.
After a continuous residence in this city of over 50 years, Mrs. Sievert Knudson 
is dead at the family home, 617 Chicago street at the age of 79, the death 
occurring Sunday on the day previous to her birth anniversary. She is survived 
by her husband, four daughters and one son being Alfred, Chicago; Mrs. S. Hall, 
Town Line road; Mrs. Martha Bolter, Chicago; Mrs. Healy and Mrs. Miller, 
California. Two brothers and three sisters also mourn her death: T. Thompson 
and G. Thompson Clarks Mills; Mrs. Stephen Torrison, city; Mrs. C. Johnson, 
Oconto; Mrs. C. Thompson, Milwaukee. The funeral will take place on Tuesday 
from the fate (sic) home at 1:30 and from the Norwegian church at 2 p.m. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, February 3, 1908 P. 1
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[cause: myocarditis]


ARDEN O. KNUTSON

Arden Knutson, 72, of 1031 N. 17th St. Manitowoc, died Friday morning at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral 
Home and at 11 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo 
Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Knutson was born May 12, 1901, at Wautoma, son of the late Olie and Christine 
Anderson Knutson. He was educated at Wautoma. He married Marguerite Hebert May 29, 
1926, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He had been employed by 
Milwaukee Gas Light Co. for 20 years as service manager, moving to Manitowoc in 
1945, where he owned and operated Shoreland Gas Co. In 1947, he moved his company 
to Waukesha and returned to Manitowoc in 1955, retiring in 1963, due to his health. 
He was a member of Holy Innocents Parish.
Survivors include his wife, two daughters, (private); a brother, Milford, and a 
sister, Miss Evelyn Knutson, of Wautoma and nieces and nephews. A brother preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday, where a parish prayer 
service will be held at 8 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, January 26, 1974  P. 10 


BEN KNUTSON

Benjamin (Ben) Knutson, 76, of 415 State St., Manitowoc, retired candy manu-
facturer and salesman, died Wednesday afternoon at the Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc, following a two weeks illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the St. Paul Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Myron Swanson will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc.
Knutson was born in Gibson in 1877 and came to Manitowoc when a young man. He 
established a home made candy manufacturing business and later was a salesman 
for the George Brothers Company, a wholesale candy and confectionery firm. He 
took employment at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., and retired a few years 
ago.
Knutson was an ardent baseball fan, following the fortunes of Manitowoc clubs 
in various semi-pro leagues and also taking a keen interest in major league 
baseball. 
In 1906 he married Miss Alice Halvorsen. She survives with a son, Milton of 
Manitowoc; brother, Anton of Eau Claire; three sisters, Annette, Emily and Mrs. 
Josephine Boese of San Francisco ; and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Friday. The 
casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 9, 1953  P. 27
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[Benjamin/d. 07-08-1953 at Wauwatosa, Milwaukee, WI/age 65 yrs.]


CHARLES KNUTSON

Mentioned in his father's bio:
Jens Knudsen, 
b 1836 Kragem, d 24 Feb 1905 bur Evergreen. 
Joined St Pauls 1876. 
Ship carpenter, Manitowoc Town 1880 1885. 
m Chirsten Olette, 
b 1842 Norway, d 10 May 1892 bur Evergreen.
Children: 
Ida Caroline b 15 Oct 1872 Chicago; 
Charl Oliver b 2 Dec 1879, d 9 June 1880.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 108
*****
[Jans Charles] [bur. 06-11-1880] 


CHRISTINA KNUTSON

Mentioned in her father's bio - Syvert Knutson:
Syvert Knudsen, 
son of Knud Ellingsen and Marthe Andersdatter, 
brothers *Elling and *Anders, 
sisters m *Nils Christiansen and *Ole Knudsen, 
b 28 May 1835 Norway, d 19 Dec 1910 bur Manitowoc. 
Immigrated 1854 from Voss. 
Mishicot 1859; ship carpenter, Manitowoc 1860-1905; 
Manitowoc Rapids 1910 with the Samuel Hall family. 
m 23 April 1859 Manitowoc to Anne, daughter of *Kittel Tostensen and Kari Torgrimsdatter, 
b 3 Feb 1829 Norway, d 2 Feb 1908 bur Manitowoc. 
Immigrated 1853 from Gjerpen with her mother. ml *Hans Guttormsen. 
Children: 
Hansine Mathilde b 13 Feb 1860; 
Caroline b 17 Feb 1862; 
Marthe Sophie b 6 Oct 1863; 
Anne Christine b 10 Oct 1867, bur 4 June 1868; 
Alfred Cornelius b 4 April 1869, d 1953; 
Kora Amalia b 9 June 1872, m c1902 to Samuel Hall.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 216


EDGAR B. KNUTSON

Mr. Edgar B. Knutson, 68, of 1219 S. 36th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning, 
May 18, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. Rev. Keith Haag will officiate and burial will follow in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside military services will be accorded Mr. Knutson 
by V.F.W. Otto Oas Post No. 659.
Mr. Knutson was born Jan. 10, 1916, at Valders, Wis., son of the late Gustave 
and Hannah Madson Knutson. He was a graduate of Valders High School Class of 
1934. He married the former Florence G. Franke on Nov. 30, 1939, at Manitowoc. 
The couple resided in Manitowoc after their marriage. Mr. Knutson was a veteran 
serving with the United States Army in Korea. He was a member of V.F.W. Otto 
Oas Post No. 659. Mr. Knutson had been employed by Consolidated Freightways for 
26 years, retiring in 1973, and was a member of Teamsters local No. 56. 
Survivors include his wife, Florence; a son, Kenneth Knutson of Cupertino, Calif.; 
a daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Charles Brewer of Merrillville, Ind.; a 
brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Sara Knutson of Largo, Fla.; a sister-in-
law, Ruth Knutson of Valders and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday and 
at the church on Monday from noon to the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, May 19, 1984  P. 3


ESTHER KNUTSON

Mrs. Philip C. Knutson, 77, of 433 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
early Monday morning at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm. Wednesday at Phipps Memorial Chapel of 
First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. G. J. Zanotti will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Knutson, nee Esther Grace Horton, was born Oct. 23, 1895, at Glencoe, 
Minn., daughter of the late Louis and Jane Warden Horton, coming to Manitowoc 
in 1940. She was married to Philip Knutson Sept. 26, 1942. She was employed at 
Zimmermans and Berk's Apparel stores for more than 16 years.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6:30 to 
9 p.m. Tuesday until noon Wednesday and then at the chapel until the time of 
service.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. March 26, 1973
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[d. 03-26-1973/age 77 yrs./wife of Philip C. Knutson]
(23 Oct 1895/Mar 1973/SSDI)


FLORENCE GLADYS KNUTSON

Florence G. Knutson, age 93, a resident at the Manitowoc Health Care Center, 
Manitowoc, died Friday evening, Nov. 7, 2003, at the center. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2003. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. 
Thomas Pankow with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Florence was born on March 30, 1910 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Arthur 
and Anna Reindl Franke. She graduated with honors from Manitowoc Lincoln High 
School with the class of 1926. On Nov. 30, 1939, Florence married Edgar B. 
Knutson in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on May 18, 1984. Florence was 
employed as the office manager with A.H. Franke Company of Manitowoc for many 
years. 
Survivors include her children: Brenda Jansen, Quartsite, Ariz., Janice (Charles) 
Brewer, Schererville, Ind.; two grandchildren: Richard Brewer, Schererville, Ind., 
Deborah (Ted) Judy, Creede, Colo.; two great grandchildren: Thomas and Matthew 
Judy; four sisters and one brother-in-law: Violet Garberg, Minneapolis, Minn., 
Carol Thiel, Manitowoc, Jeanette and Harold Boldt, Minneapolis, Minn., Marjorie 
Allen, Manitowoc; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Russell and Eleanor Franke, 
Arthur (Bud) and Mary Franke, all of Milwaukee; one brother-in-law and sister-in-
law: Richard Knutson, Florida, Ruth Knutson, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and many friends also survive. Florence was also preceded in death by 
a grandson, David Knutson; three sisters, Lucile Franke, Ethel Jagodinsky and 
Grace Pierce; and one brother, Milton Franke. 
The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 10, 
2003 at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. The 
visitation will continue on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2003 at Grace Evangelical Lutheran 
Church from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, November 2003 


JENS KNUTSON

The body of Jens Knudson(sic), a 60-yr. old boarder, was found 
dead Fri. afternoon in the corridor of the boarding house 
of Mr. Wattawa on Chicago St. The man, who worked in the 
local shipyard, was diagnosed by the doctor who was called 
as having suffered a heart attack.
Der Nord Westen, 02 Mar. 1905
*********
Jens Knudson (sic) died suddenly at the Wattawa boarding house, corner of Main 
and Buffalo streets at 1 o'clock p.m. last Friday. The deceased was a ship 
carpenter by trade and had been making his home at the Wattawa hotel. He had 
not been working for several days before his death, and Friday morning he arose 
late and after breakfast sat near the stove until about 10 o'clock when he went 
to his room. When called for dinner at 1 o'clock, he did not answer. A half an 
hour later he was called again by a daughter of the proprietor. Receiving no 
answer, the girl opened the door, and found Knudson lying on the floor of the 
bedroom, with his clothes on. She informed her brother, who at once summoned a 
physician. But death occurred before the medical man arrived. The doctor expressed 
the opinion that the demise was due to heart failure. Accordingly no inquest was 
held. The body was taken to the undertaking rooms of Urbanek & Wattawa. The 
decedent was about 60 years old. He had been a resident of this city for thirty 
years. His wife passed away about ten years ago. He is survived by one child, a 
daughter, Miss Coroline Knutson, who is a teacher in the Luling school.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 2, 1905
*****
Jens Knudsen, 
b 1836 Kragem, d 24 Feb 1905 bur Evergreen. 
Joined St Pauls 1876. 
Ship carpenter, Manitowoc Town 1880 1885. 
m Chirsten Olette, 
b 1842 Norway, d 10 May 1892 bur Evergreen. 
Children: 
Ida Caroline b 15 Oct 1872 Chicago; 
Charl Oliver b 2 Dec 1879, d 9 June 1880.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 108
*********
Jens Knutsen
birth: 10 July 1836 Norway
death: 24 February 1905 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1905 Manitowoc
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*********
[bur. 02-25-1905/age 68 yrs/cause:heart disease]


LORRAINE C. KNUTSON

Lorraine C. Knutson, age 83, a resident of North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation 
Center, Manitowoc, died Thursday, Aug. 14, 2003 at Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center, Manitowoc. 
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Gerald Foley at Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church, Saturday, Aug. 16, 2003 at 10 a.m. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Lorraine was born Oct. 24, 1919 in Manitowoc, to the late Thomas and Clara Bonk 
Ozga. She married Milton Knutson in 1939 in Manitowoc. Mr. Knutson preceded her 
in death in 1984. For many years she was employed at Fox Hills Resort in Mishicot 
and then at the Hotel Manitowoc. 
Survivors include three children: Robert (Judy) Knutson of Oregon, Wis.; Barbara 
(Allan) Peroutka of Goodyear, Ariz.; Lori (Chris) Norris of Avondale, Ariz.; a 
sister: Esther (John) Gross of Manitowoc; her special friends: Gail and Ron Emond 
of Two Rivers; also nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; other relatives 
and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a daughter: 
Joan Czechanski; a grandson; John Czechanski; two brothers and a sister. 
Friends and relatives may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, 
Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10 a.m. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral 
Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, assisted the Knutson family 
with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 2003


MARGARET KNUTSON    (d. 1983)

Mrs. Margaret L. Knutson, 71, died Friday morning, April 15, at Manitowoc Health 
Care Center.
Memorial service and burial mass will be 2 p.m. Monday at St. James Espiscopal(sic) 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Harvey will officiate with cremation having 
taken place and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Knutson was born Oct. 7, 1911, in the Town of Money Creek, Minn., daughter of 
the late August and Christine Parkinson Seekamp. She was employed at Sears Roebuck 
and Company for a number of years and later at Manitowoc Motor Hotel. She was 
married to Alfred Knutson, June 7, 1946, at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 
June of 1982. Mrs. Knutson was a member of St. James Espiscopal(sic) Church of 
Manitowoc and Zion Episcopal Church of Oconomowoc, Wis. 
Survivors include two sons, James and Tom Knutson of Manitowoc; a daughter, Christine 
Garrigan of Valders; a sister and brother-in-law, Florence and Donald Storms of 
Oconomowoc and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother and a 
sister.
Friends may call at St. James Episcopal Church, Manitowoc, from 1 p.m. until the 
time of services Monday. There will be no Sunday visitation at the funeral home. 
Jens Funeral Home and Crematory, Manitowoc, is in charge of funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 16, 1983 P. 3
*********
[cremains/widow of Alfred Knutson/bur. on August Seekamp lot]


MARGUERITE G. KNUTSON

Mrs. Marguerite G. Knutson, 85, of 1031 N. 17th Street, Manitowoc, died Thursday, 
December 11, 1986, at her residence. Private family funeral services will be 
Saturday at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Jeff Vandenheuvel 
and Sister Connie Wavrunek will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Knutson was born November 1, 1901 at Menominee, Michigan, daughter of the 
late Joseph and Alexina Pilon Hebert. She married Arden O. Knutson at St. Boniface 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc, Wisconsin. He preceded her in death on January 25, 1974. 
Mrs. Knutson was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Joan and Claude Barta of Manitowoc 
and Nancy Hinkes of Milwaukee; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Armand and 
Ceil Hebert of Madison, Clarence and Helen Hebert of Marinette, Wisconsin and 
Milton Hebert of Lily, Wisconsin; four sisters and two brothers-in-law, Edna Olive 
of Milwaukee, Dorothy and George Purcell of Helena, Montana, Rosemary and Francis 
Duquaine of Marinette, Wisconsin and Elaine Pratola of Vista, California; eight 
grandchildren; four great grandchildren; nieces, nephews and other relatives and 
friends. She was preceded in death by three brothers and a grandchild.
There will be no Friday evening visitation at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home of 
Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Dec. 11, 1986 page 26
*******
[widow of Arden Knutson]


MARY KNUTSON  (d. 1950)

Mrs. Mary Knutson, (photo) nee Mary Bremer, 80, of 729 South 20th 
street, Manitowoc, died Tuesday night at her home after a short 
illness.
Mrs. Kutson was born in 1870 in the town of Newton. She was married 
to Ole Knutson in 1892, and the couple moved to Manitowoc. Mr. 
Knutson died in 1948. She was a past president and charter member of 
the Germania lodge and a member of St. John's ?????.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Frank Bonk of Manitowoc and Mrs. 
Max Espen of Valders; six grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at St. John's 
Evangelical Lutheran church, Manitowoc, Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer funeral home, Manitowoc, from 2 p.m. 
Thursday until 10 a.m. Friday when the casket will be moved to the 
church to lie in state until the time of services. The Germania lodge 
will conduct services at the lodge at 7 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, November 1, 1950 P.2
********
[d. 10-31-1950/age 80 yrs./bur. on Ole Knutson lot]


MILDRED KNUTSON

DEATH ANGEL VISITS HOME, TAKES CHILD
Mr. and Mrs. B. Knudson(sic) Mourn Death of Young Daughter
A precious flowered ????? ???? ?????ed from the parents to mourn 
??? ??? of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Knudson ????? ???? ???? street, is 
desolate. The ???? ???gel entered the home ???? ???? claimed Mildred  
???? ???? ???? old daughter, whose demise followed an illness of but 
four days ????? ????. The sympathy of ????? will go out to the 
bereaved parents.
The Kundson home has been under quarantine for two weeks on account 
of smallpox and the quarantine was raised only yesterday.
Funeral services for the child will be held from the home Friday 
??? ?? the church. Mildred was a pupil in the first grade of the 
city schools.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, March 16, 1916 P.1
********
[bur. 03-17-1916/age 6 yrs/cause: labor pneumonia/
bur. on Ben Knutson lot]


MILTON L. KNUTSON

Milton L. Knutson, 68, a resident of North Ridge Care Center, died Saturday 
evening, September 1, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Private family funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at Urbanek and 
Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home. The Rev. Edmund E. Olson officiated 
with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Knutson was born February 3, 1916, at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, son of the late 
Benjamin and Alice  Halvorson Knutson. Mr. Knutson grew up and was educated in 
Manitowoc and lived here all his life. He worked for Manitowoc Shipbuilding 
Company and also sailed on the Great Lakes. Mr. Knutson worked on Car Ferries, 
retiring from there. He was very active in baseball and basketball leagues. Mr. 
Knutson was a former member of Eagles Aeries Number 706 and served in the United 
States Navy during World War II and the Pacific Fleet.
Survivors include a son and a daughter-in-law, Robert and Judy Knutson of Green 
Bay, Wisconsin; three daughters and sons-in-law, Joan and Thomas Czechanski of 
Two Rivers, Wisconsin; Barbara and Allen Peroutka Of Phoenix, Arizona and Lori 
and Brian Mullen of Manitowoc; and ten grandchildren. He was preceded in death 
by a sister and a brother.
Memorials would be appreciated to the American Cancer Society.
Herald Times Reporter, September 4, 1984 P. 3
*********
[d. 1 Sept 1984/age 68 yrs]


OLE KNUTSON  (d. 1948)

Ole Knutson, 85, of 729 South 25th street, died Sunday after a 
lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the St. John 
Evangelical church, 15th and Marshall streets, the Rev. Paul Blaufus 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Knutson was born in Norway in 1863 and came to this country in 
1865. He was a steel worker and moved to Manitowoc in 1902. In 1897 
he married Mary Bremer.
Survivors are his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Frank Bonk of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Max Espen of Valders; sister, Mrs. John Gross of Milwaukee; 
six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home after Tuesday noon 
and will be moved to the church to lie in state after 10 a.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 27, 1948 P.12
********
[d. 12-26-1948/age 85 yrs.]


OLETTE KNUTSON

Mentioned in her husband's bio:
Jens Knudsen, 
b 1836 Kragem, d 24 Feb 1905 bur Evergreen. 
Joined St Pauls 1876. 
Ship carpenter, Manitowoc Town 1880 1885. 
m Chirsten Olette, 
b 1842 Norway, d 10 May 1892 bur Evergreen.
Children: 
Ida Caroline b 15 Oct 1872 Chicago; 
Charl Oliver b 2 Dec 1879, d 9 June 1880.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 108
*****
[Mrs. Christ Knutson/bur 05-12-1892/age 49 yrs./cause: inf. of the bowels]


PAUL MERLEY KNUTSON    (d. 1920)

SHARP STICK CAUSES DEATH
The sympathy of many friends is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Ben Knutzen (sic), 
919 Park street in the death of their son Paul, aged 3. The lad passed away 
following an illness resulting from blood-poisoning. He had been visiting in 
the country and accidently ran the point of a sharp stick into his knee-cap. 
The wound though painful was not thought to be serious and was given first 
aid treatment. Later it began to show symptoms of blood poisoning and when 
medical assistance was summoned it was too late and the infected wound spread 
and infected the little fellow's entire system. Death came after a week. The 
parents and one brother mourn his loss. The funeral was held from the family 
home. Rev. Espeseth performing the last sad rites.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, July 14, 1920 P. 8
*****
[Paul Merley Knutson/bur 07-15-1920]
[cause: septic infection from out(sic)/bur. on Ben Knutson lot]


PHILIP C. KNUTSON

Philip C. Knutson, 83, of Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc, died Monday evening, 
May 6, at Park Lawn.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers. Rev. Paul Sullivan will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Knutson was born Mach 26, 1902, at Oak Park, Illinois, son of the late Christ 
and Oleno Helgersen Knutson. He married Esther Schrader on September 19, 1942, at 
Manitowoc. She preceded him in death in March, 1973. Mr. Knutson was employed at 
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry, retiring in 1969.
Survivors include a son, James; two daughters, Doris and Stella; two stepdaughters, 
Alice Miller of Hutchinson, Minnesota, and Mrs. Emmett (Ruth) Coenen of Two Rivers; 
one step-son, Harry Schrader of Manitowoc, grandchildren, great grandchildren, 
nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by four sisters.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 6 o'clock to 
8 o'clock this Wednesday evening and from 9 a.m. Thursday until the time of services 
at the church.
Herald Times Reporter, May 8, 1985  P. 3
********
[widower of Esther G. Knutson]


SEVERT KNUTSON    (d. 1910)

PIONEER ANSWERS DEATH CALL
Severt Knudson(sic), Resident Here for 50 Years, Dies at Hospital
Severt Knudson, one of the city's oldest residents died at the Holy Family 
Hospital, Monday, after a brief illness. Deceased was 77 years of age. He had 
been a resident of this county for over 50 years, first coming to Gibson and 
later removing to the Town Line Road. He is survived by four daughters, two in 
California, one in Chicago, Mrs. Sam Hall, residing north of the city and 
Alfred of this city with whom the decedent has made his home. The funeral will 
be held from the home on 617 Chicago St., Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock and 
interment will be at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., Dec. 20, 1910 page 2
*****
Syvert Knudsen, 
son of Knud Ellingsen and Marthe Andersdatter, 
brothers *Elling and *Anders, 
sisters m *Nils Christiansen and *Ole Knudsen, 
b 28 May 1835 Norway, d 19 Dec 1910 bur Manitowoc. 
Immigrated 1854 from Voss. 
Mishicot 1859; ship carpenter, Manitowoc 1860-1905; 
Manitowoc Rapids 1910 with the Samuel Hall family. 
m 23 April 1859 Manitowoc to Anne, daughter of *Kittel Tostensen and Kari Torgrimsdatter, 
b 3 Feb 1829 Norway, d 2 Feb 1908 bur Manitowoc. 
Immigrated 1853 from Gjerpen with her mother. ml *Hans Guttormsen. 
Children: 
Hansine Mathilde b 13 Feb 1860; 
Caroline b 17 Feb 1862; 
Marthe Sophie b 6 Oct 1863; 
Anne Christine b 10 Oct 1867, bur 4 June 1868; 
Alfred Cornelius b 4 April 1869, d 1953; 
Kora Amalia b 9 June 1872, m c1902 to Samuel Hall.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 216


BERTHA KNUTZEN

Mrs. Bertha Knutzen, 70, former resident of this city, died Friday afternoon 
at Stevens Point where she had been making her home with a son, Norman, member 
of the faculty of Stevens Point State Teachers college.
The body will be brought to Manitowoc Monday afternoon and brief funeral 
services held at 3 o'clock from the chapel at Evergreen cemetery before 
interment here.
Mrs. Knutzen was born in Norway and was married to Knut Knutzen who operated 
a drug store in this city on North Eighth street early in the present century. 
Mr. Knutzen died 20 years ago.
Survivors are three sons, Edwin, Seattle, Wash.; George, Madison, and Norman, 
Stevens Point.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 1, 1938  P. 2
*******
[Bertha Hollingsted Knutzen/d. 09-30-1938, at Stevens Point, WI/
cause: cerebral hemorrhage]


CHRISTIAN JULIUS KNUTZEN

PIONEER OF CITY DIES AT ADVANCED AGE
Knudson(sic), a pioneer resident of this city, died this afternoon at the home 
on North Fifteenth Street at advanced age. Mr. Knudson had been failing for a 
long time and death was due to infirmities of age. Mr. Knudson was a pioneer 
painter of the city and had resided here many years. With his wife, he celebrated 
their golden wedding anniversary this spring. He was the father of the late K.O. 
Knudson.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sept. 1, 1914 page 1
*****
Christian Julius Johannes Knutzen,
son of cando theol. Knud Olaus Knutzen and Anne Marie Johannesen, 
b 1 April 1837 Christiania, d 1 Sept 1914 Manitowoc. 
Immigrated 1864, declaration of intent 1868. House painter, Manitowoc 1868-. 
First organist, Manitowoc Norwegian Lutheran Congregation. 
m c1863 to Gunhild Halvorsen or Gunhild A. Sundet, 
perhaps the daughter of the Ole and Julia Halvorsen who were living with this family in 1870, 
b 22 May 1843 Hedemarken, d 2 Nov 1915 Manitowoc. 
Children: 
*Knud Olavus b 27 Sept 1864 Chicago; 
Marie Christine b 14 Dec 1866 Illinois; 
Henry Alfred b 10 March 1870 bp Manitowoc County; 
Gunda Mathilde b 8 Sept 1872, m *Charlie Nielsen; 
Johanne Elisabeth b 7 Feb 1875, d 21 March 1946, m 8 April 1896 Manitowoc to Peder Andreas son of *Christian Holm, farmer, Tigerton; 
Nils Edvard b 19 Aug 1877; 
Herman Julius b 23 July 1879, d 1929, m Clara 1880-1965; 
Theodora Anita b 26 Nov 1885, teacher. 
Daughter's son Willie, b Dec 1893 Chicago, d 22 July 1906 Manitowoc, killed by lightning. 
(Photo in Ristad p.47)
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 37
*****
[Julius Knutson/bur 09-04-1914/cause:exhaustion/burial on Christ KNUDSON lot]


CORA KNUTZEN

Mrs. Herman J. Knutzen, 84, of Milwaukee, a former Manitowoc resident, died Sunday 
at Milwaukee General Hospital following a lingering illness.
Funeral services have been tentatively set for Wednesday morning at Milwaukee. 
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, Wednesday afternoon.
Mrs. Knutzen, nee Cora Thompson, was born Oct. 28, 1880, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of Mr. and Mrs. Nels T. Thompson. She was married to the late Herman Knutzen 
Oct. 6, 1903, at Milwaukee. The couple resided at Antigo, Wis., until the death 
of Mr. Knutzen, when Mrs. Knutzen then moved to Milwaukee.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Harold Roever of Milwaukee; two sons, William 
and Niles of Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. Albert Clusen of Manitowoc; two brothers, 
Harvey and Meade of Manitowoc, and three grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 7, 1965 P. M15
*******
[d. 06-06-1965 at Milwaukee WI/age 84 yrs./widow of Herman J. Knutzen]


FOSTER KNUTZEN

Foster William Knutzen
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928
Name	Foster William Knutzen
Gender  Male
Race  White
Birth Date  16 Jan 1907
Birth Place  Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Father  Hiram J Knutzen
Mother  Cora G Knutzen
FHL Film Number	1305132
"Wisconsin, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1801-1928"
*****
Foster William Knutzen
Military • U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947
Name	Foster William Knutzen
Race	White
Age	33
Birth Date	16 Jan 1907
Birth Place	Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Residence Place	Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Registration Date	16 Oct 1940
Registration Place	Milw, Wisconsin, USA
Employer	None
Height	5ft 9
Weight	125
Complexion	Light Brown
Hair Color	Bald
Eye Color	Brown
Next of Kin	Mrs Cora Knutzen
"U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947"
*****
Foster Knutzen
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1959-1997
Name	Foster Knutzen
Age	65
Sex	M (Male)
Birth Date	abt 1907
Death Date	28 Oct 1972
Location	Wauw
Certificate	033378
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1959-1997"
*****
Foster Knutzen
Death • U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014
Name	Foster Knutzen
Social Security Number  XXX
Birth Date	16 Jan 1907
Issue year	Before 1951
Issue State	Wisconsin
Last Residence  53202, Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Death Date	Oct 1972
"U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014"
*****
[d. at Wauwatosa WI/bur. on Mrs. Herman J. Knutzen lot] 


GEORGINE KNUTZEN

Mrs. Nels E. Knutzen Sr., 80, 611 N. Ashland Ave., died Sunday evening in a local 
hospital after a brief illness. The daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Nels Nelson 
was born Nov. 6, 1881, at Manitowoc, and married Mr. Knutzen in Chicago, Ill., on 
Oct. 18, 1911. The couple have been Green Bay residents for the past 47 years. Mrs. 
Knutzen was a member of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Brotherhood of Locomotive 
Engineers and the First Presbyterian Church.
She is survived by her husband; one son, Nels Jr., Green Bay; one daughter, Mrs. 
Donald S. (Helen) Kennedy, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.
Friends may call at Findeisen-Greiser Funeral Home after 7 tonight. Funeral services 
will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with the Rev. Harold Wisner officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Green Bay Press Gazette, Monday, July 2, 1962 P. 25
********
[died at Green Bay WI/age 80 yrs./cremains/bur. on Nelson W. Winningstedt lot]


GUNHILD KNUTZEN

MRS. KNUTZEN, PIONEER, DEAD AT AGE OF 72 YEARS
WAS Resident of city Since 1867 And Well Known 
Mrs. Christian Knutzen, pioneer resident of the city, died at her home, 919 
North Ninth street, last evening, of illness incident to advanced age, she 
being 72 at her death. Mr. Knutzen died a year ago.
Mrs. Knutzen was born at Telebarken, Norway, May 22, 1843, and came to America 
with her husband and in 1864, locating in Manitowoc in 1867. She was a devout 
Christian, unpretentious and of a quiet and self sacrificing disposition and 
will be sadly missed by relatives and friends.
Two sons and three daughters, Edward, of Green Bay; Hiram of Antigo, and three 
daughters, Mrs. P. A. Holm of Tigerton, and Misses Marie and Dora of this city, 
survive. 
Funeral arrangements have not been completed. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, November 3, 1915  P. 1
*********
Herman Knutzen and Ed. Knutzen of Green Bay are in the city, called 
here by the death of their mother.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, November 03, 1915, Page 3
*********
The funeral of the late Mrs. Christian Knutzen will be held from the late home 
at 1:30 tomorrow afternoon and from St. Paul's Lutheran church at 2 o'clock. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, November 4, 1915  P. 3
*****
(NOTE: This is probably Christian and Gunhild Knutzen on the 1910
census living on North 15th st.)
*****
[Mrs. G. Knutson/bur 5 Nov 1915/cause: senile debility/bur. on Christ KNUDSON lot]


HENRY ALF. KNUTZEN

Henry Alfred Knudsen
Baptism • U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969
Name	Henry Alfred Knudsen
Baptism Age	0
Record Type	Baptism
Birth Date  10 Mar 1870
Baptism Date  24 Apr 1870
Baptism Place  Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA
Father  Chr Knudsen
Mother  Gunhild Knudsen
Church Name  Valders and G Jerpen Lutheran Parish
Church Location  Valders, Wisconsin
"U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969"
*****
Henry Alfred Knudsen
Death • U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969
Name	Henry Alfred Knudsen
Record Type	Burial
Death Date	10 May 1892
Burial Date	13 May 1892
Church Name  Valders and G Jerpen Lutheran Parish
Church Location  Valders, Wisconsin
"U.S., Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Church Records, 1781-1969"


HERMAN KNUTZEN

Remains of Herman Knutzen To Arrive Here on Saturday
The remains of the late Herman J. Knutzen, former Manitowoc resident who died 
at Antigo Wednesday will arrive here on the one o'clock train Saturday after-
noon and will be taken direct to Evergreen cemetery here for burial. The 
services here will be in charge of the Masonic order. Funeral services will be 
held tonight at 7:30 o'clock at the home in Antigo.
The deceased in the early days was a pressman on the old Weekly Citizen and 
also at the Manitowoc Pilot. He started railroading here as a fireman on the 
Two Rivers run of the Northwestern, and later moved to Antigo, where he has 
since resided. 
Manitowoc Herald News, December 13, 1929  P. 2
********
[Herman J./bur. 14 Dec. 1929/age 50 yrs./cause: lobar pneumonia/
died at Antigo, WI]


KNUT O. KNUTZEN

K. O. KNUTZEN DEAD AFTER LONG ILLNESS 
Druggist of City for 29 Years He was well Known in County 
RETIRED IN 1909 BY POOR HEALTH 
Knut O. Knutsen (sic) for twenty-nine years a druggist of the city, for eleven 
years a member of the firm of Knutzen & Roberts, died at the family home 727 
North Eighth street, Sunday morning after a lingering illness of months, having 
been confined to his bed for a month past. Mr. Knutzen was 46 years of age. 
Death came to Mr. Knutzen as a merciful deliverance from the sufferings of 
incurable disease and though sudden, was not entirely unexpected as Mr. Knutzen's 
condition had been considered extremely grave for some days. Death was calm and 
peaceful with the family about the bedside. The announcement of Mr. Knutzen's 
demise will be received with sincere sorrow by many friends who knew him as a man 
of sterling worth and a true friend.
Mr. Knutzen was born at Chicago, Ill., Sept. 27, 1864 and was reared in that city, 
and was married there in 1887 and soon after removed to this city which has since 
been the home of the family. Mr. Knutzen became an employe of the Bacon pharmacy 
and later was with Oscar Alter in the same business. In 1898 he formed a 
co-partnership with J. Roberts under the firm name of Knutzen & Roberts which 
continued until January 1909 when Mr. Knutzen retired because of his ill health, 
disposing of his interests to Dr. Roberts. Since retiring from the business, Mr. 
Knutzen had been forced to rest and a month ago he was compelled to take to his 
bed from which he was destined never to rise. 
Besides a widow and three sons, Edwin, George, and Norman, all of this city, Mr. 
Knutzen is survived by his aged parents, two brothers, Edward, Green Bay and 
Herman of Antigo, three sisters, Miss Marie, this city, Miss Dora, Stevens Point 
and Mrs. P. A. Holm of Tigerton, Wis. 
Funeral arrangements have not been completed and announcement will appear later. 
Mr. Knutzen through his business career had become widely known throughout the 
city and in the county.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, October 17, 1910  P. 1
********
[Knut Knutsen/bur. 10-19-1910/cause: tuberculosis]


NELS E. KNUTZEN SR.

Nels E. Knutzen Sr., 86, formerly of 611 N. Ashland Ave., died Tuesday afternoon 
in a local hospital after a long illness. The son of the late Mr. and Mrs. 
Christian Knutzen was born Aug. 19, 1877, in Manitowoc. He was a locomotive 
engineer for the North Western Railroad for 45 years until his retirement in 1945. 
His wife preceded him in death on July 1, 1962. He was a member of First 
Presbyterian Church and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers.
Survivors are one son, Nels E. Jr., Green Bay; one daughter, Mrs. Donald L. 
(Helen) Kennedy, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at Findeisen-Greiser Funeral Home after 7 tonight. Funeral 
services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Harold 
Wisner in charge. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Green Bay Press Gazette, Wednesday, September 11, 1963 P. 34
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[died at DePere WI/age 86 yrs./cremains/bur. on Nelson W. Winningstedt lot]


NORMAN E. KNUTZEN

N.E. Knutzen, Educator Here, Dies
Norman E. Knutzen, who arrived at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point a 
student in 1911 and became one of its most widely known faculty members, died 
this morning in St. Michael's Hospital following an illness of several weeks. 
He was 79.
Services will be Monday at 2 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church in the Town of 
Morris (rural Wittenberg). Burial will be in Manitowoc.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at the Schmidt Funeral Home in Wittenberg. 
Mr. Knutzen taught English on campus from 1931 to 1963 and continued as a part-
time staff member after his retirement. Subsequently, he did some limited 
teaching, admission counseling and directing of Men's Glee Club 
In the late 1960s, he was a part-time staff member for the Alumni Association 
and was still involved in special projects for the organization at the time of 
his death.
His contributions to the university did not lack recognition. About the time of 
his official retirement, students dedicated their winter carnival in his honor. 
In October, 1967, a four-story brick residence hall was dedicated in his name. 
And in May of 1969, he was one of four persons receiving a distinguished service 
award for longtime support of his alma mater. The citation was made at the school's 
75th anniversary program.
The son of a druggist, Mr. Knutzen was born Dec. 28, 1892, in Manitowoc and came 
to the then Stevens Point Normal School 61 years ago. After receiving a certificate 
to teach, he held classroom posts in high schools at Chippewa Falls, Appleton, 
Stambaugh, Mich., and the Home Children's Home in Wittenberg. 
Later he attended Lawrence University in Appleton and did graduate work at the 
University of Wisconsin-Madison, Northwestern and the University of Chicago. Before 
returning to Stevens Point as a young professor, he served briefly on the Lawrence 
faculty.
Mr. Knutzen had close contact with hundreds of students during his 34 years as 
director of the Men's Glee Club, which he founded. The organization made more than 
375 appearances under his baton and toured throughout the country to such places as 
the New York World's Fair, West Point Military Academy and the National Federation 
of Music Clubs convention in Miami.
In the classroom, literature was his pet topic and he created a special course in 
works by Midwestern writers which touched on folklore of this region. He was 
contracted to give special lectures on the subject over the state radio network.
His idol was Henry David Thoreau, had his aim was to pattern his life, in part, 
after the famed writer's. Like Thoreau who lived in a cabin beside a pond in New 
England, Knutzen spent considerable time in…(Continued on page 2)
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recent years at a cottage on Pike Lake in eastern Marathon County. He had lived 
during winter months with a cousin, Herb Holm at rural Tigerton, but made regular 
trips to Stevens Point.
"I like to think I have many of the philosophies about the love of nature that Mr. 
Thoreau possessed," the professor once recalled.
Mr. Knutzen was a member of numerous professional organizations. He was honored 
several years ago for three decades of service as secretary for the Central 
Wisconsin Schoolmasters' Association.  He was a charter organizer of the Wisconsin 
Federation of Music Clubs, longtime member of the Stevens Point Kiwanis Club and a 
chairman in 1953-54 of the local campus faculty.
During World War I, he served as an artillery sergeant a Camp Zachery Taylor, Ken.
Mr. Knutzen, who never married, is survived by one brother, Edwin, Seattle, Wash.; 
a sister-in-law at King; and several cousins.
Stevens Point Daily Journal, May 26, 1972  pp. 1-2
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[Norman E. Knutzen/d. at Stevens Point WI]


THEODORA KNUTZEN

MISS DORA KNUTZEN, FORMER RESIDENT, DIES AT TIGERTON 
Miss Dora Knutzen, 45, formerly a teacher in the county schools, and later 
located at Chicago, passed away on Saturday, at the home of her sister, Mrs. 
Holm of Tigerton, Wis. The remains will arrive here on the one o'clock train 
Tuesday afternoon and will be taken to the Frazier chapel, Ninth and Chicago 
streets, from where funeral services will be held at two o'clock in charge 
of Rev. O. K. Espeseth. Burial will be at Evergreen.
Miss Knutson was a daughter of the late Christian Knutzen, a well known city 
pioneer. Born here she was educated in the city schools and later attended 
the Teachers' Training school here. She then taught schools in the county for 
a number of years and then located at Chicago, where she was employed for a 
number of years in the O'Connor and Goldberg store. Taken ill she went to the 
home of her sister at Tigerton.
Two sisters, Mrs. Holm and Miss Marie Knutzen, both of Tigerton, and one brother, 
Edward, of Green Bay, survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, December 22, 1930  P. 2
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[age 45 yrs/died at Tigerton, WI/cause: pulmonary tuberculosis/
bur. on Christ Knudson lot]


WILLIAM KNUTZEN    (d. 1906)

BOLT STRIKES GRAND STAND; 5 KILLED
Terrible Catastrophe at West Side Ball Park Sunday Afternoon When
Lightning Strikes Stand
5 KILLED OUTRIGHT; 4 SERIOUSLY INJURED; SCORES STUNNED 
By far The most serious fatality that has yet visited Manitowoc 
occurred Sunday, afternoon at the old west side ball park, 16th and 
Wollmer streets, when, during, the thunder storm that raged, a bolt 
of lightning struck the south east corner of the grand stand, came 
down the post at the entrance and killed outright five young men and 
boys besides injuring a dozen others. It was at 1:30 when the fatal 
stroke occurred and but for the fact that there were comparatively 
few on the grounds and less than a dozen in the grand stand or in 
close proximity to it, the death list would have been much larger. 
The five who lost their lives were Albert Skuhra, Walter Handl, 
Irving Woellert, Willie Knuzen, and Tony Klauck.
Such excitement as followed the shock has never been seen in Manitowoc. 
A half dozen doctors, summoned from as many telephones, hurried to the 
grounds in autos and carriages, through the pouring rain, and the scene 
as the bodies of the unfortunates were laid out on the grass near the 
grand stand and efforts made to resuscitate them was heart rending in 
the extreme. Parents, brothers and sisters of the unfortunates crowded 
around the loved ones, almost hysterical and it was with difficulty 
that the doctors were able to work over those in which there was some 
hope of reviving.
Walter and Frank Boehm, Harvey Kono and Theo. Burmeister were among the 
lads that were the most seriously injured and were revived. A score of 
others, standing in front of the stand, when the bolt struck, were 
knocked to the ground, some unconscious, but were soon brought around. 
There were less than 100 on the grounds when the bolt struck. The 
Plymouth team, who were scheduled to play the Schreihardt's at 2:30 in 
the afternoon, was out in the field practicing although it was commencing 
to rain. Some  of  the Schreihart players were just coming into the ground. 
The five who lost their lives were grouped around the entrance of the 
grand stand.
Suddenly, without warning, there was a bolt of lightning; that struck 
the roof of the stand, tore its way for three feet down the slanting 
side, and then went down the corner post, into the ground. It was all 
done so quickly that no one can explain just what occurred for the next 
few moments. Skura, was standing against the post with two others, and 
all toppled over, dead. Two other lads were just outside on the steps 
leaning into the stand, and they toppled over with a sign of an outcry. 
The others that were stunned cried out for help and doctors. A half 
frightened lad, seeing every one falling in and about the grand stand, 
rushed out of the grounds and ran to the residence of Editor Mackey of 
the Herald, that adjoins the ball grounds on the south. He at once 
telephoned for Dr. Patchen, who came to the scene through the driving 
rain in his automobile.
Frantic women in the neighborhood rushed into the park and added much 
to the excitement. The wife of Albert Skura, arrived on the scene and 
became hysterical. Closely following Dr. Patchen came Doctors Gleason; 
Meany, Luman and Thurtell, all of whom had been summoned by telephone 
from nearby residences. The news of the terrible accident at the west 
side park spread like wild fire through the city and soon, all avenues 
to the grounds, despite the fact that there was a down pour of rain at 
the time, were thronged with an anxious mob of people, some of them 
parents of the dead, who were not aware that their sons had met death 
until arriving at the park. 
Doctor Patchen superintended the work of trying to bring as many as 
there was any hope for to. A hasty examination showed that Skura, Handl, 
Woellert had been killed by the first shock. Young Knuttzen was thought 
to show some signs of life and he was carried to a residence just across 
the street from the ballpark exit but it was soon seen that he was past 
recovery. Little Tony Klauck, who was a son of a widow living at the 
corner of York and Seventh streets, showed more signs of life than any 
of the others. Dr. John Hoyer, who was present worked over the lad for 
half an hour. At one time, he opened his eyes and seemed to take notice 
of what was going on around him but he soon fell off again and was past 
recall.
Walter and John Boehm, young lads who were stunned by the bolt were taken 
to their home on 20th street and after much hard work were brought around 
all right. Harvey Kono and Theo. Burmeister two other lads were believed 
for a time to be fatally hurt but after doctors had worked over them for 
some time, they were revived and taken to their homes in carriages. A 
number of others were knocked down by the bolt but were able to proceed 
to their homes on foot with the assistance of relatives and friends. 
Scenes about the grounds while the patrol wagon was busy taking the dead 
away beggar description. For a long time the identity of the youngest of 
the five dead, Klauck, was unknown but finally a brother of the lad arrived 
at the park, not knowing that his brother was there, and on looking at the 
dead form, lying on the seats in the grand stand, said it was his brother.
The patrol in charge of the officers Carle, Dueno and Trochelli, came to 
the grounds and removed the body of Walter Handl, to his home on S.13th 
Street and returning conveyed Irving Woellert to the home on 20th street. 
A third trip was taken and young Klauck removed and in the meantime the 
undertaking wagon of Urbanck & Wattawa removed the remains of Albert Skura. 
The Patrol made one more trip and removed the Knutzen boy. By this time, a 
crowd of over 1,000 people had gathered at the park. All thoughts of playing 
the game between the Schreiharts and Plymouth were abandoned early in the 
afternoon. It was indeed fortunate that the bolt came when it did and not 
one hour later when there might have been a larger number in the grand stand 
and the death list correspondingly larger. With the removal of the body of 
Albert Skura, the crowds filed mournfully out of the grounds.
Albert Skura, the oldest of the quintate that lost their lives was about 32 
years old, and married being survived by a wife and child. He was prominent 
in union circles of the city, being a member of the Manitowoc Central Labor 
Council, deputy organizer of the State Federation, and a member of the 
Longshoremen's union. The unions meet this evening to make arrangements for 
his funeral. He had been hired to sell tickets at the grand stand for 
yesterday's game, this being the first time he had, ever officiated. His 
death was instantaneous, he leaning against the post and receiving the full 
shock of the bolt.
Walter Handl was 17 years old, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Handl, residing 
on S. 13th street and has been employed for the past three years in a north 
side meat market. He will probably be buried Tuesday.
Irving Woellert was the son of Chas. Woellert, tailor, and was 20 years of 
age. He will be buried Tuesday. Willie Knutzen, was 13 years of age and 
resides with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Knutzen on N. 15th street. 
He was a carrier on the Daily Herald. He will be buried Tuesday afternoon.
Tony Klauck was 13 years of age and resided at Seventh and York streets. He 
will be probably be(sic) buried Wednesday and the body taken to Kiel for 
interment. All the injured are getting along nicely. It was reported last 
night that Theo. Burmeister, also had died but this report proved to be 
untrue. Walter and Frank Boehm and Harvey Kono are all recovering from the 
effects of the shock to their nervous system.
It was an accident that will not soon be forgotten and its occurrence on the 
first day of the week will serve as topic for lesson by the pastors of the 
city in their talks.
Manitowoc Citizen, Thursday, July 26, 1906.  Front page.
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William Kundzen
birth: 9 December 1892 Chicato
death: 22 July 1906 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1906 City
father: Christian Kundson
mother: Gunda
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[William Knutson]