EARL E. MEACHAM    (d. 1973)

Earl Edgar Meacham, 69, of 1702 Michigan Ave., Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Saturday at 
First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. G.J. Zanotti will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Meacham was born Mar. 10, 1904 at Townley, Mo., son of the late Alymer and 
Lillian Florida Meacham. He was graduated from high school at Lehigh, Okla., and 
attended Ada College at Ada, Okla., where he married Vera G. Courtney, Mar. 15, 
1925. He worked for Safeway stores in Denver, Colo., for 25 years and a Piggly 
Wiggly Store from 1940 to 1948, when he opened his own store, which he had been 
associated with until his death, working with his son, Earl H. He was a member of 
Wisconsin and Manitowoc County Food Dealers Assn., Manitowoc Lions Club, Manitowoc 
Elks Lodge B.P.O.E. No. 687 and member and former trustee of First Presbyterian 
Church.
Survivors include his wife, a son, Earl H. of Manitowoc, five brothers, Ben of St. 
Augustine, Fla., Roy, of Topeka, Kans., Ray and Cecil, of Denver and William of 
San Jose, Calif.; two grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Jake Stroo, Jerry Gilson, Cart Hallock, Don Smeester, Andrew 
Houston Jr., and Adolph Schwartz. Honarary pallbearers will be Ed. Mall, Oscar 
Paustian, Harlan Baldwin, Merle Brose, Don Underberg and Del Brandt. Friends may 
call at Schneider Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc from 6:30 to 9 pm, Friday until 
11 am Saturday when the casket will be moved to the church to lie in state until 
the time of service. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church or Memorial 
Hospital.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., May 31, 1973 page 3
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Funeral services for Earl Edgar Meacham, 69, who died Wednesday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at First Presbyterian Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. G. J. Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Pallbearers will be Jake Stroo, Jerry Gilson, Cart Hallock, Don Smeeseter, Andrew 
Houston Jr., and Adolph Schwartz. 
Honorary pallbearers will be Ed Mau, Oscar Paustian, Harlan Baldwin, Merle Brose, 
Don Underberg and Del Beault.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6:30 o’clock 
this Friday evening until 11 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be moved to the 
church to lie in state until the time of service. Members of the Lions Club will 
meet in a body at the funeral home at 7 o’clock this Friday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, June 1, 1973  P.16
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NOTICE: IN RESPECT TO THE MEMORY OF EARL E. MEACHAM, OWNER, THE PIGGLY WIGGLY IN 
MANITOWOC WILL BE CLOSED SATURDAY, JUNE 2
Herald Times Reporter, June 1, 1973  P.16
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[d. 05-30-1973/age 69 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Vera G. Meacham lot-his wife]
(10 Mar 1904/May 1973/SSDI)


EARL HOWARD MEACHAM    (d. 2014)

Earl Howard Meacham, age 85 of Charleston and formerly of Manitowoc, Wisconsin 
and Green Valley, Arizona, passed away at his son's home on Saturday, March 22, 
2014. There will be no public visitation or services. Inurnment of his cremated 
remains will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc. 
Earl was born on April 20, 1928 in Lehigh, Oklahoma the only child of the late 
Earl E. and Vera (Courtney) Meacham. In 1940, Earl and his family moved from 
Denver, Colorado to Manitowoc. He was a 1945 graduate of Lincoln High School and 
attended the University of Wisconsin. He married his high school sweetheart, 
LaVern E. Mraz on June 1, 1947 in Manitowoc and they have been inseparable, 
sharing more than 66 years of marriage and friendship. In addition to LaVern he 
is survived by a daughter, Joyce Pinkham of Green Valley, Arizona and a son, 
Howard Meacham and wife, Susan of Charleston; and a son-in-law, Darel Toebe of 
Manitowoc. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Christine (Tom) Mrotek of 
Milwaukee, WI, Drew Meacham of Sheboygan, WI, Todd Toebe of San Diego, CA, 
Lindsay Meacham of Nashville, TN, Jenna Meacham of Denver, CO; and 6 great-
grandchildren. 
In 1948, Earl and his father opened the Piggly Wiggly Grocery Store on Washington 
Street across from Mirro Aluminum. In 1954 they opened the Piggly Wiggly located 
at 8th and Reed Streets and in 1985 Earl sold that business and retired with 
LaVern to Green Valley. Earl was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and 
was actively involved in the Manitowoc community as a member of the Chamber of 
Commerce, the Elks Club, Masonic Lodge and the Two Rivers Shrine Club, where he 
served as president. Earl was a Mason and Shriner for over 55 years. As a youth 
Earl participated in Boy Scouts and DeMolay. He enjoyed all sports and was 
involved in track, basketball, golf and league softball and bowling. He was an 
avid Green Bay Packer fan and a proud 30 year season ticket holder. 
Earl enjoyed traveling, especially with LaVern, and Hawaii was a favorite 
destination. They also enjoyed taking in the shows in Branson; and Earl, along 
with a few close friends enjoyed many canoe trips. Earl loved photography and 
enjoyed taking photos especially of his family. He loved animals and was 
especially fond of cats – following the death of his cat, Frisky he was gifted 
with Lucky and Smoky. After moving in with Howard and Susan it didn't take long 
before he became very fond of their dog, Ellie as well. 
Earl was a devoted and loving husband, a wonderful father and role model for 
his children, and a doting grandfather and great-grandfather. He will always 
be fondly and lovingly remembered by his family and friends.
(Adams Funeral Chapel March 24, 2014) 


VERA G. MEACHAM

Mrs. Vera G. Meacham, 68, of 1702 Michigan Ave., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
evening at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a stroke.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Phipps Memorial Chapel of 
First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dale Tutje will officiate with 
burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Meacham, nee Vera Courtney, was born Oct. 29, 1906, at Lehigh, Okla., 
daughter of the late George and Lillie Teagarden Courtney. She was educated 
in the Lehigh area schools and married Earl E. Meacham Sr., March 15, 1925, 
at Ada, Okla., moving to Manitowoc in 1939 from Denver, Colo. She worked with 
her husband as officer of the Earl Corp., owners of Piggly Wiggley Food Market 
of Manitowoc.
Mr. Meacham preceded her in death in 1973. She was a member of First Presbyterian 
Church and former Ruth Circle of the church group, Elks Ladies and Lions Ladies 
Auxiliary, Thalia, and Manitowoc Women’s Club.
Survivors include a son, Earl H. Meacham, of Manitowoc, a sister, Mrs. Walter 
Menton, of California, a granddaughter, Mrs. Darel (Joyce) Toebe, of Manitowoc 
and a grandson, Howard D. Meacham, of Oak Park, Ill., and three great grand-
children, Christine and Todd Toebe, of Manitowoc and Andrew Meacham, of Belcourt, 
N.D. 
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 7 p.m. 
Friday and after 10 a.m. Saturday at Phipps Memorial chapel until the time of 
service. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church or Memorial Hospital 
of Manitowoc. 
Herald Times Reporter, August 14, 1975  P. 16
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[d. 08-13-1975/age 68 yrs./widow of Earl E. Meacham]
(29 Oct 1905/Aug 1975/SSDI)


ALICE PEARL (NEWCOMB) MEANS

Word has been received by relatives of the death Wednesday at Seattle, Wash., 
of Mrs. Walter K. Means, 88, former Manitowoc resident.
Mrs. Means was the former Alice Pearl Newcomb, daughter of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. Hazeal Newcomb, and was born at Manitowoc Oct. 11, 1871. She lived most 
of her life at 412 Park St. and moved to Seattle in October, 1956, residing 
at 6059 Redwing St. with her son and his family. She was married to Walter 
Keith Means Oct. 4, 1910, at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death.
Survivors include a son, Robert Walter Means; four grandchildren and two 
nieces (Survivors edited for privacy.)
In accordance with her written instructions her body has been given to the 
University of Washington medical school and there will be no funeral or other 
services. A book memorial for the Manitowoc Public Library has been started.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 4, 1960 P. 5
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WEDDING IS SIMPLE ONE
Newcomb-Means Marriage Celebrated at Home of Bride
HOME BEAUTIFUL IN AUTUMN DECORATIONS
Under a canopy formed of flowers and autumn foliage, surrounded by friends and 
amidst the happiest auspices, Miss Alice Newcomb today took the vows that united 
her to Walter K. Means of Milwaukee, the ceremony being celebrated at the Newcomb 
home, 412 Park Street.The wedding though simple and unostentatious in character 
was a pretty one, the home being handsomely decorated and providing a fitting 
setting for the happy event. The ceremony was celebrated in the living room of 
the home, the bay window being improvised for the occasion into a bower where the 
vows were taken. The wedding took place at high noon.
Dr. Sheppley of the Presbyterian church of which Miss Newcomb has been a lifelong 
member and one of the most active supporters, performed the ceremony which was in 
keeping with the general simplicity of the wedding. There were no attendants to 
the pair and after the vows were administered the party partook of a wedding dinner 
which was a merry one, the boarders of the Newcomb establishment showering 
congratulations on the couple and a few friends who had been invited to the ceremony 
extending their well wishes.
Mr. and Mrs. Means boarded the Green Bay train at noon and will be absent on a brief 
wedding trip after which they will be at home to friends November 1 at 412 Park 
Street. The bride is one of the well known ladies of the city. She is a member of 
the Lois Society of the Presbyterian church and an active member of that denomination. 
Friends by the score will tender sincere congratulations to her. Mr. Means during 
his sojourn here has made many friends and is esteemed for those attributes of 
character that make and retain friendships.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Oct. 4, 1910 page 1


WALTER KEITH MEANS

Walter Keith Means Succumbs When Blood Vessel is Ruptured
WAS WELL KNOWN GOV’T. ENGINEER HERE
“In the midst of Life, we are in Death.” is a quotation which though 
an old one was aptly instanced in the death of James Keith Means at 
an early hour Wednesday evening when after only a day’s illness he 
passed away. To die is an unpleasant thought and Death is an unwelcome 
messenger to the best of us. The summons is easier acquiesced in thought 
when it comes to us in the company of our friends and those near and 
dear to us to dispose of earthly affairs, to say goodbye and to collect 
our thoughts before being ushered into the other realm. There seems in 
such a call a little likeness to human customs and we are inclined to 
ascribe to Death though relentless an attribute humane. When the 
Destroyer sends his message unheralded, you might say, without even a 
whisper of the impending call and but a few hours intervening between 
the summons to get ready and the taking off of the spirit, it requires 
the fortitude of a sincere Christian, the resignation of a soul whose 
peace is made on Earth to respond to the summons without some 
manifestation of human resentment. Though the deceased was given but 
a few hours to prepare for his final journey, having been stricken but 
a day before death came, Mr. Means had that particular requisite 
possessed of which no soul hesitates to meet its Maker. 
He had been at Two Rivers on Tuesday in connection with some government 
work and returned tired though with no sign of impending illness. He 
complained after a while of feeling ill and a physician came and 
administered to him. His condition grew steadily worse however and at 
7 on Wednesday evening the spirit passed away. Mr. Means had remained 
semi-conscious during the last day and had spoken to his wife several 
times cheering her and though unable to respond to her questioning 
remained partly conscious of his surroundings up to the very last. 
The immediate cause of his death was a rupture of the coronary artery. 
His death is a particularly sad ending to a perfect union. Seldom were 
two souls so happily mated as Mr. Means and his wife. Wedded but a short 
year and a half, the demise of Mr. Means is indeed a sad visitation and 
the sympathy of loving friends and acquaintances can alleviate only in 
part an affliction such as one is called upon to suffer but once in a 
life time. 
Walter Keith Means was born in Augusta, Maine, Dec. 21, 1851. He was a 
graduate of the English High school, Boston and the Massachusetts 
Institute of Technology as a civil engineer. He came West to Milwaukee 
about twenty two years ago and was associated with Mr. Goodhew in 
engineering work and first came to Manitowoc about the time the sewer 
system was planned, about twenty years ago. He had been in the employ 
of the government for several years and has several times been in the 
city on government work. He was a member of the Plymouth Congregational 
church Milwaukee and always took an active interest in the church affairs. 
While here he was, a regular attendant at the Presbyterian church, was 
married to Alice Newcomb on October 4, 1910. The decedent who though 
reserved was a pleasant man to meet. He was of quiet and dignified bearing. 
A man exceeding will bred and endowed with attributes of gentleness, who 
delighted to tell of his work in engineering fields. He had made a 
collection of pictures and curios and to those fortunate enough to see 
them and to hear him relate his experiences the occasion was indeed a 
treat. 
The community suffers a distinct loss in his death. The funeral will be 
held from the late home 412 Park street on Saturday at 2 pm.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, April 18, 1912, Page One
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[cause: pestoris]
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WEDDING IS SIMPLE ONE
Newcomb-Means Marriage Celebrated at Home of Bride
HOME BEAUTIFUL IN AUTUMN DECORATIONS
Under a canopy formed of flowers and autumn foliage, surrounded by friends and 
amidst the happiest auspices, Miss Alice Newcomb today took the vows that united 
her to Walter K. Means of Milwaukee, the ceremony being celebrated at the Newcomb 
home, 412 Park Street.The wedding though simple and unostentatious in character 
was a pretty one, the home being handsomely decorated and providing a fitting 
setting for the happy event. The ceremony was celebrated in the living room of 
the home, the bay window being improvised for the occasion into a bower where the 
vows were taken. The wedding took place at high noon.
Dr. Sheppley of the Presbyterian church of which Miss Newcomb has been a lifelong 
member and one of the most active supporters, performed the ceremony which was in 
keeping with the general simplicity of the wedding. There were no attendants to 
the pair and after the vows were administered the party partook of a wedding dinner 
which was a merry one, the boarders of the Newcomb establishment showering 
congratulations on the couple and a few friends who had been invited to the ceremony 
extending their well wishes.
Mr. and Mrs. Means boarded the Green Bay train at noon and will be absent on a brief 
wedding trip after which they will be at home to friends November 1 at 412 Park 
Street. The bride is one of the well known ladies of the city. She is a member of 
the Lois Society of the Presbyterian church and an active member of that denomination. 
Friends by the score will tender sincere congratulations to her. Mr. Means during 
his sojourn here has made many friends and is esteemed for those attributes of 
character that make and retain friendships.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Oct. 4, 1910 page 1


ANNA (GILBERT) MEANY

DEATH OF MRS. MEANY IS SHOCK TO COMMUNITY
Pneumonia Claims Well Known Resident After Brief Illness at Hospital—
Burial to be On Thursday
Not in years has the community been more shocked and deeply grieved 
than by the announcement yesterday afternoon of the death of Mrs. Anna 
Meany, wife of City Health Officer J.E. Meany, who passed away at the 
Holy Family hospital after a brief illness of pneumonia. While it was 
known that Mrs. Meany’s condition was grave and that death was imminent, 
the announcement came as a terrible shock and keen sorrow to a large 
circle of friends. Mrs. Meany had been a patient at the hospital for 
two weeks or more, a little daughter having been born ten days ago, and 
she was improving when she suffered an attack of pneumonia, which caused 
her death at 3:45 o’clock yesterday afternoon. Since Saturday Mrs. 
Meany’s condition had been critical and oxygen had been used to prolong 
life while everything possible was being done in a vain hope that life 
could be saved. 
Anna Gilbert Meany, nee Dempsey, daughter of the late Michael Dempsey, 
Sr., was born in this city on Sept. 6, 1876 and had always made her home 
in Manitowoc. She attended St. Boniface school and later graduated from 
the public schools and was one of the most popular young ladies of the 
city, being a leader in social circles, surrounding herself with a host 
of admiring friends whose love she retained during her life. Decedent 
was married in this city on June 19, 1901 to Dr. Meany, who, with seven 
children, survive her. The family home is at 836 North Seventh street. 
The children, the oldest 16 years, and the youngest, 10 days are; John, 
Paul, Helen, Anna Grace, Virginia, Charlotte and Marion. Besides her 
husband and children, Mrs. Meany is survived by six brothers and six 
sisters, Joseph, of Seattle, Michael, James and Thomas, this city; B.A. 
Dempsey, Waukesha; John of Denver; Mrs. Griffith Williams, La Grange, 
Ill.; Mrs. W.D. Barden, Oak Park, Ill.; Mrs. George Shields, Grand Rapids, 
Wis.; Mrs. K.E. Dover, Chicago; Mrs. C.R. Jeffreys and Miss Margaret 
Dempsey, of this city. 
Seldom has the sympathy of the community been so alert and made manifest 
in so marked a degree as in the closing hours of Mrs. Meany’s life, 
constant inquiry at the hospital as to her condition coming from hundreds 
of friends in the city and county. Among her intimate friends and those 
who know her as youthful companions, school mates and family friends, 
sympathy was swayed by every report from the sick room and in the 
bitterness of deep sorrow that has come to those who grieve most there 
is a deep sense of human tenderness. Mrs. Meany was possessed of those 
qualities of womanhood that make her the highest type. A kindly disposition 
and beautiful character endeared her to her associates and made friends 
of all with whom she came in contact that was in her home, however, that 
the crowning triumph of Mrs. Meany’s life and influence was felt. Her 
interest centered in her home and family ? here she found her greatest 
happiness—ministering to her family and their welfare. She was a true 
friend, always helpful and her life work could be summed up in the words, 
“Mother, Friend.” 
Funeral services for Mrs. Meany will be held Thursday morning at 9 o’clock 
from the home, via motor to the Sacred Heart church. Interment will be at 
Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, October 08, 1918, Page 1
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Mr. and Mrs. John G. Kelley and son Harry, of Waukesha, and Mrs. Frank 
Smith and son Robert of Milwaukee, are in the city for the funeral of 
the late Mrs. Meany.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, October 08, 1918, Page 10
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FUNERAL OF THE LATE MRS. J.E. MEANY TAKES PLACE THIS MORNING
The funeral of the late Mrs. J.E. Meany, who died of pneumonia at the Holy 
Family hospital Monday afternoon, took place this morning at 9 o’clock from 
the home, North Seventh street and later from the Sacred Heart church, in 
charge of Rev. Father O’Leary. Interment was at Evergreen cemetery. The 
following officiated as pall bearers: John Carey, Aubrey Egan, John Kelley, 
Harry Kelley, P.A. Miller and M.J. O’Donnell.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, October 10, 1918, Page 5
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[bur. 10-10-1918/cause: pneumonia/bur. on Dr. J.E. Meany lot]


BARBARA L. MEANY

Mrs. Barbara Meany, 67, of 817 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am Monday at 
Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home and at 10 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. The Revs. Donald Schneider and Martin Davis and Father Dominic will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Meany, nee Barbara Konop was born Dec. 2, 1905 at Kellnersville, daughter 
of the late Joseph and Catherine Decker Konop. She was educated at St. Joseph 
School, Kellnersville and St. Joseph Academy, Green Bay. She was married to Leo 
Meany at LaCrosse. He preceded her in death July 13, 1963. She was a member of 
the Mystical Rose Circle, Daughters of Isabella, Elks Ladies Auxiliary, Sacred 
Heart Parish and the Altar and Rosary Society of the parish.
Survivors include four sons, James of Chicago, William of Manitowoc, Leo R., of 
Montgomery, Ala., and Mike R. of Brevard, N.C.; three daughters, Mrs. Marvin 
(Margaret) Styzyzewski, Mrs. Thomas (Barbara) Sitkiewitz and Mrs. Vern (Patricia) 
Gulseth of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Ann Ruthmansdorfer of Two Rivers and 22 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 pm Sunday where a prayer service 
will be held at 7:30 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Nov. 30, 1973 page 3
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[widow of Leo P. Meany]


CECILE MEANY

Miss Cecile Meany died last night at the home of her brother, Dr. J. E. Meany, 
836 Lincoln boulevard, with whom she had made her home for 19 years. She had 
been ill two weeks. 
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9 a.m. from the Pfeffer funeral home 
and at 9:30 a.m. from the Sacred Heart church, the Rev. William Grace officiating. 
Interment will be Evergreen cemetery.
Miss Meany, a daughter of the late John and Winifred Meany, was born at 
Stuebenville, Ohio, and came to Wisconsin with the family in early life. For 
many years, she was a nurse in Milwaukee. Following the death of Mrs. J. E. 
Meany she came to this city to make her home with her brother.
Survivors are two brothers, Dr. Meany of this city, and James Meany, Kohler, Wis.
The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home from this evening at seven 
o’clock until the hour of the services Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 6, 1938  P. 2
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[Ceil Meany/bur. 01-08-1938/age 71 yrs./cause: decompensated myocarditis-pneumonia/
bur. on Cecile Meany lot]


FRANCIS WILLARD MEANY

A small child of Dr. Meany here died Saturday.
Der Nord Westen, 31 Jan. 1907
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The infant child of Dr. and Mrs. J. E. Meany died at the Holy Family hospital 
last Saturday night. The child had undergone an operation at the hospital. The 
funeral was held Tuesday afternoon, interment taking place at Calvary cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, January 31, 1907
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[In our lot diagram book, Francis is written above the entry for Willard 
Meany. We don’t have any other Francis Meany buried here. However, I found 
this death record on this site:
MEANY:
Francis W......Jan. 27, 1907
They may be all the same person (Francis Willard Meany), and that he 
was moved here on 11/23/1908 (note John & Winifred Meany were moved 
to the adjoining lot from another cemetery in November of 1908 and 
both lots were owned by Dr. J.E. Meany).
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[bur. on Dr. J.E. Meany lot]

JOHN MEANY (d. 1882)

(First publication Sept. 28, 1882.) No. 87
STATE OF WISCONSIN,-COUNTY OF MANITOWOC.-ss.
Probate Office, Manitowoc, September 25th, A.D., 1882.
In the matter of the proof and probate of the last will and testament of John Meany, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc.
Whereas an instrument in writing purporting to be the last will and testament of John Meany, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc, has been filed in this office; and whereas application has been made by Thomas H. Meany, who is named and appointed in and by said will as the executor thereof, praying that the same be proven and admitted to probate according to the laws of this state, and that letters testamentary be issued thereon as provided by law:
Therefore, it is ordered that said application be heard before me, at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, in said county, on Tuesday, the 24th day of October, A.D., 1882, at ten o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered, that notice shall be given to all persons interested in said will, of the time and place of said hearing, by publication in the Manitowoc Pilot, a newsppaper printed and published in said county for three successive weeks, once each week, prior to the time of such hearing.
By the court,
R.D. Smart, County Judge.
Schmitz & Kirwan, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, October 5, 1882 P. 2

JOHN EMMET MEANY

DR. MEANY DIES; FUNERAL RITES TO BE SATURDAY
Dr. J.E. Meany, 81, practicing physician in Manitowoc for over 40 years
and a former city health officer and county coroner, died at the Holy
Family hospital Wednesday afternoon where he had been confined for the
last three weeks. The family home is at 836 Lincoln boulevard.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday morninga at 8:30 from the
Pfeffer funeral home and at 9 o'clock a requiem mass will be celebrated
by the Rev. Louis Schorn at the Sacred Heart Catholic church. Interment
will be in the Evergreen cemetery. The body will lie in state at the
funeral home from Friday morning until the time of the funeral.
Born in Ohio
Dr. Meany was born in Steubenville, Ohio, April 20, 1862, the son of
John and Winifred Meany. The family came to Wisconsin in 1866, where
they purchased a farm in the western part of Manitowoc county. He
attended grade school on the lot adjoining his home and spent his boy-
hood on the farm.
In 1880 he finished his schooling in the city of Manitowoc, and was
graduated with a certificate to teach. The next five years were spent
teaching school in the county. After leaving his teaching career, he
was employed in the railroad offices as clerk and agent at Kaukauna,
Wis., and Ironwood, Michigan, for the next six years. Following that
period he traveled two years for a canned goods company.
In 1895 he entered the Milwaukee College of Medicine, now Marquette
medical school, and greduated in 1898. He began general practice in
Manitowoc on June 1, 1898. While in practice he served not only as
coroner and city health officer but was also city physician.
During the years he served as city physician and health officer he
promoted many reforms in the conduct of the department.
Dr. Meany assisted in reorganizing the Manitowoc County Medical society
in 1904, and served as secretary for the next five years. He served as
president in 1912, 1929 and 1936. He was the last member of the original
staff at the hospital, and as a member acted as secretary and treasurer
for two years and taught hygiene and sanitation from 1923 to 1928 in
the nursing school.
In 1940 he retired as general practitioner and limited his work to 
surgical anathesia and consultations. The county medical society honored
Dr. Meany and Dr. F.W. Hammond in 1940 at a testimonial dinner marking
42 years they had been engaged in the practice of medicine.
Married in 1901
Dr. Meany was married on June 19, 1901, to Anna Gilbert Dempsey, who
preceded him in death 25 years ago.
He had served as the first grand knight of the local Kinghts of Columbus,
and was made an honorary life member of the council. He also was an
honorary member of the Wisconsin Medical society.
Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. R.E. Weller of Norwell, Mass., Mrs.
William E. Appleton of Charleston, S.C., Mrs. V.M. Dufeck of this city,
Lieut. Charlotte Meany of the army nursing corps at Camp Grant, Ill.,
and Miss Marion, at home; and two sons, John G. Meany of Des Moines,
Iowa, and Paul Meany of Manitowoc; and five grandchildren.
The rosary will be recited Friday evening by the Knights of Columbus at
the funeral home at 7:30.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, January 20, 1944  p.2
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[Dr. John E. Meany/d. 01-19-1944/age 81 yrs./cause: carcinoma of stomach]


JOHN W. MEANY    (d. 1993)

John W. Meany, age 30, of 1728 Mirro Drive, Manitowoc, died Thursday afternoon 
June 10, 1993, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc, following a 
courageous battle with cancer.
Funeral Services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday, June 14, 1993, at the Pfeffer Funeral 
Home and 10 a.m. at the Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at 
the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Gerald Foley with burial at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
John was born August 6, 1962, at Manitowoc, son of Bernice Delsman Meany and the 
late William L. Meany. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the Class of 
1980. John began his employment at Smalley Manufacturing and then continued at 
Consumer Inc. of Manitowoc, who were so supportive through these difficult times.
Survivors include his fiancee, Kathy McGlin, Manitowoc; his mother, Bernice Meany, 
Manitowoc; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Jan and Gary Bushman, Plover, Wis., 
Ann and David Truttmann, Coarsegold, Calif.; his maternal grandfather, Quirin 
Delsman, Manitowoc; aunts; uncles; a niece, Stacey Bushman; two nephews, Jeff 
Bushman and Jordan Truttmann. John is also survived by Kenneth and Sylvia McGlin, 
Manitowoc, and many dear friends who were so special to him. John was also preceded 
in death by his father, William Meany on August 13, 1981, a brother, Robert Meany 
on October 28, 1978, a nephew Adam Truttmann in 1985, paternal grandparents and his 
maternal grandmother.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home 4-8 p.m. Sunday where a prayer service 
will be held at 7 p.m. by Deacon Alan Boldt.
He will be sadly missed by Kathy, family and friends.
Herald Times Reporter, June 11, 1993 P. A2
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[single/bur. on William and Bernice Meany lot]


LEO P. MEANY

Leo P. Meany, 60, of 817 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday at his home 
following a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 .m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. 
Claude LeClair officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen.
Mr. Meany was born Jan. 29, 1903, at Cato, son of the late James and Margaret 
Loughlin Meany. He moved to Manitowoc in 1930 and was employed at Hotel Manitowoc 
until June 1, 1948, when he and John Poulos took over ownership of The Colonial 
Inn at Manitowoc. He married Barbara Konop in 1926 at La Crosse. He was a member 
of the Knights of Columbus, Holy Name Society, Manitowoc Elks, Manitowoc Eagles 
and the Wisconsin Restaurant Assn.
Among survivors are his wife; four sons, James of Fort Hamilton, N.Y.,William 
of Manitowoc Leo R. of Offutt Air Force Base, Omaha, Neb., and Michael of Wausau; 
three daughters, Mrs. Marvin Strzyzewski of Manitowoc and Misses Barbara and 
Patti at  home; two brothers, Irving and Francis of Manitowoc; three sisters, 
Mrs. Ed Cohen of Cato, Mrs. Florian Stradal of Manitowoc and Mrs. Fred Boehm of 
Greenbelt, Md., and 15 grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 
o'clock this Monday evening by the Knights of Columbus, Holy Name Society, 
Daughters of Isabella and the parish.
Two Rivers Reporter, July 15, 1963  P. M-11
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[d. 07-13-1963/age 60 yrs.]


MARY MEANY    (d. 1908)

Death in Reedsville Monday morning of Miss Mary Meany, a sister of 
Dr. Meany here, at age 53. The deceased was buried yesterday afternoon 
in the local city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 15 Oct. 1908
*********
After an illness of short duration, Miss Mary Meany, a respected resident of 
our city, succumbed to pneumonia at her home here Monday morning. Decedent was 
a life long resident of our city and her untimely death will be mourned by her 
three brothers, Thomas and Joseph of this city and John of Manitowoc, and three 
sisters, Misses Winifred and Cecil of this city and Mrs. C. E. Cary of Manitowoc.  
The funeral services were held here Wednesday morning while interment took place 
at the Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc Wednesday afternoon.  
Brillion News, October 16, 1908
*********
Miss Mary Meany after a few days of illness with pneumonia answered 
the final summons. Deceased had resided in the village for a number 
of years with her brothers and sister. She being the oldest of the 
family the other members of the family looked to her as a mother and 
sister. Miss Meany was kind, generous and much beloved by all the 
inhabitants of the little village. Her remains were interred in the 
Catholic cemetery(sic) at Manitowoc and Rev. Kohlar of Reedsville 
performed the funeral rites at the grave, where a number of people 
from Reedsville and Manitowoc assembled to pay their last tribute 
of respect to the deceased.
Manitowoc Pilot, October 22, 1908
*********
DIES AT REEDSVILLE
Miss Mary Meany, Sister of Dr. Meany Succumbs to Pneumonia
Miss Mary Meany, a sister of Mrs. C. E. Cary of this city and Dr. Meany is dead 
at Reedsville at the age of 53 years, the demise occurring this morning and was 
due to pneumonia. Decedent was born at Steubenville, Ohio and was the oldest of 
seven children, the mother dying when she was seventeen years of age, placing 
the care of the household upon her. She never married but devoted her life to 
the care of the family left in her charge. Brother and sisters aside from the 
two in this city are: T. H. Meany, J. H. Meany and Winifred of Reedsville, Cecil 
of Wauwatosa. The funeral will be held on Wednesday when the church services will 
be conducted at Reedsville with interment at Evergreen Cemetery, this city at 
1:30 pm.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Oct. 12, 1908
*********
[cause: pneumonia]


MARY JANE MEANY     (d. 1918)

DEATH ENTERS HOME OF DR. AND MRS. J.E. MEANY
Sorrow has come to the home of Dr. and Mrs. J.E. Meany on the death 
of their infant child, Mary Jane, aged four and a half years, who 
succumbed to a short illness last evening at 9. Many friends will 
extend sympathy to the bereaved family. The funeral will be held 
tomorrow morning at 10 o’clock from the residence.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, January 04, 1918, Page 8
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[bur. 01-05-1918/cause: labor pneumonia/bur. on Dr. J.E. Meany lot]


ROBERT W. MEANY

Robert W. Meany, 23, of 1315 Nagle Ave., Manitowoc, died Saturday evening as 
the result of an automobile accident. Funeral services will be 9:30 am Tuesday 
in Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 am in Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Calvary 
Cemetery(sic), Manitowoc.
Mr. Meany was born April 10, 1955 in Manitowoc, son of William L. and Bernice 
Delsman Meany. He attended Holy Innocents and Roncalli High School, Manitowoc. 
He had been a veteran, serving in the United States Army as a specialist 4th 
class from Nov. 21, 1973 to Nov. 19, 1975. Mr. Meany was presently employed 
with Allen V. Smith Company of Valders.
Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Meany and a brother, John 
of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Gary (Jane) Bushman of Wisconsin Rapids and 
Mrs. David (Ann) Truttmann of Sturgeon Bay and maternal grandparents, Mr. and 
Mrs. Quirin C. Delsman of Manitowoc.
Friends may call in Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Monday 
afternoon where a prayer service will be at 7:30 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Oct. 30, 1978 page 3
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[bur. on William L. and Bernice M. Meany lot]


THOMAS H. MEANY

MEANY RITES ARE PLANNED
Services For Former Board Member To Be Wednesday 
Funeral services for Thomas H. Meany, 79, retired Reedsville business man and 
veteran county board member, who died here Monday afternoon, will be held 
Wednesday. Following brief services at the Pfeffer funeral home at 8:30 a.m., 
there will be a 9 o’clock mass at the Sacred Heart church with Rev. William 
Grace officiating.
Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Born in Ohio 
Mr. Meany was born in Stubenville, O., April 9, 1857, a son of Mr. and Mrs. 
John Meany. He came west with his parents in 1866, the family locating on a 
farm in the western part of the county. He learned telegraphy and was employed 
as station agent for the old Lake Shore and Milwaukee road at Marion, Wis., 
and also at Reedsville.
When Mr. Meany retired from railroad service he engaged in the real estate and 
insurance business at Reedsville. He was elected to the county board in Reedville 
in 1906 and served seven terms. In 1926 he was again returned to the board and 
served until a year ago when he declined to allow use of his name for another 
term.
Mr. Meany has been in failing health since last February.
He was an honorary life member of the Knights of Columbus.
Survivors are two brothers, Dr. J. E. Meany, city, James Meany, Kohler, Wis., 
and a sister, Miss Cecile Meany, city.
The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 1, 1936  P.  5
*******
[Thomas H. Meany/bur. 12-2-1936/age 79 yrs/cause: carcinoma of prostate/
bur. on Cecile Meany lot]
********
Thomas Meany of Cato and Michael Cooney of Rockland while on their way home from 
Manitowoc on Saturday evening last were seriously injured at the Branch crossing 
west of the village by being struck by a freight train. It is almost miraculous 
they escaped with their lives. As it is, their injuries are serious. Cooney's 
apparently more so than those of Meany, though those of the latter may prove more 
permanent. Mr. Cooney had one leg broken above the knee and a finger was also 
broken and he has a wound on the head. Mr. Meany did not appear to be seriously 
injured at first but the location of the injury may prove serious as it is in the 
spine. There is no wound visible but the shock was such that though he walked 
immediately after the accident, he was not rational. Cooney was unconscious when 
picked up. One team of horses was killed. The wounded men were brought to the city 
by the train which caused the damage and were at once taken to the Holy Family 
Hospital where their wounds were looked after.
Later - Thomas Meany and Michael Cooney are doing well in the hospital and their 
recovery is only a question of time. Every one who knows them rejoices in their 
marvelous escape.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 13, 1924


WILLIAM L. MEANY

William L. Meany, 54, president of Smalley Manufacturing Company, who resided 
at 1315 Nagel Ave., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Thursday afternoon, August 13, 
at Sturgeon Bay, following a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. 
at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Resurrection will be 
celebrated by the Rev. Leo J. Schmitt and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Meany was born Dec. 22, 1929, at LaCrosse, son of the late Leo P. and Barbara 
Conop Meany. He moved to Manitowoc as a child with his parents and resided here 
since. He attended Sacred Heart Parochial School and was graduated from Lincoln 
High School with the Class of 1947. He married Bernice Delsman Aug. 11, 1951, at 
Holy Innocents Catholic Church. Mr. Meany was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, 
serving as a corporal in the United States Army from March 3, 1951 to Feb. 21, 
1963. He was the present president of Smalley Manufacturing Company, a member of 
Knights of Columbus, William Stephani Council 716 and served as financial secretary 
of the organization for more than 20 years.
Survivors include his wife, Bernice and a son, John of Manitowoc; two daughters and 
sons-in-law, Ann and David Truttmann of Sturgeon Bay and Jane and Gary Bushman of 
Portage; three brothers, James Meany, Leo Meany of Montgomery, Ala., and Mike Meany 
of Bavard, N.C.; three sisters, Mrs. Marvin (Margaret) Strzyzewski, Mrs. Tom (Barbara) 
Sitkiewitz and Mrs. Vern (Pat) Gulseth all of Manitowoc, and three grandchildren, 
Stacy Bushman and Jordan and Adam Truttmann. A son, Robert W. Meany, preceded him 
in death Oct. 28, 1978.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. Father Schmitt 
will conduct a prayer service at 8 p.m. with Knights of Columbus, relatives and 
friends.
Herald Times Reporter, August 15, 1981 P. 3
********
[d. at Sturgeon Bay, WI]


WINIFRED MEANY  (d. 1933)

MISS W. MEANY DIES TUESDAY, BURIAL FRIDAY
Reedsville Woman, For Many Years a Teacher, Was On Herald-Times Staff
Miss Winifred A. Meany, 61, teacher in Manitowoc county schools for 
20 years, and for 15 years correspondent in the village of Reedsville 
for the Herald-News and later the Herald-Times, died at 7 o'clock 
Tuesday evening.
Miss Meany had been ill for six months and death was due to 
complications which followed an attack of influenza.
The funeral will be held Friday at 8 a.m. at the residence at Reedsville 
and later at St. Mary's Catholc church. The Rev. Joseph Vondrachek will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen cemetery here.
Miss Meany was born in the town of Rockland May 16, 1872, the daughter 
of the late John and Winifred Meany. She was educated in the public 
schools of the county and at the age of 15 accepted her first teaching 
position.
Was Teacher
She taught in Rockland and other township schools and later became a 
grade school teacher in Reedsville.
Miss Meany resided in Reedsville with her brother, Thomas, for 30 years. 
She was prominent in affairs of the Parent Teachers association and the 
Reedsville Woman's club and was also a member of St. Ann's society.
She had a wide acquaintanceship in and about Reedsville and this, together 
with her experience in the field of education, made her correspondence 
work with this newspaper outstanding in the rural field. Although she 
retired as a teacher about 15 years ago, she continued as Herald-Times 
correspondent until her last illness when the work was taken over by her 
brother.
Survivors are three brothers, Thomas of Reedsville, James of Kohler and 
Dr. J.E. Meany of this city and one sister, Cecile, who resides at the 
Dr. Meany residence.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, October 25, 1933 P.2
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[bur. 10-27-1933/died at Franklin, WI/
cause: pulmonary tuberculosis/bur. on Dr. J.E. Meany lot]


GERTRUDE MECHA

Mrs. Gertrude Mecha, 61, of 1114 Grand Ave., Manitowoc, died Saturday in 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm Tuesday in 
First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Kock 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Mecha, nee Gertrude Plautz, was born Sept. 19, 1916 in the Town of Gibson, 
Manitowoc County, daughter of the late August and Theresa Ording Plautz. She 
was married to Mark Mecha Sr. Jan. 15, 1944 in First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church. He preceded her in death Jan. 25, 1956.
Survivors include a son, Mark Jr. of Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, 
Lenore and Thomas Stinson of Manitowoc; two brothers, Edwin Plautz of Manitowoc 
and Conrad Plautz of Thiensville, Wis.; two sisters, Mrs. Laura Berglin of 
Mishicot and Mrs. Hilda Rehbein of Manitowoc and two grandchildren.  A daughter, 
Zandra, preceded her in death in 1961 and two brothers and two sisters also 
preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Pfeffer Funral Home, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 9 pm Monday and 
Tuesday until 11:30 am when the casket will be moved to the church where the 
body will lie in state from noon until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sunday, Aug. 20, 1978 page 7
*******
[bur. on Mrs. Mark Mecha lot]


MARK MECHA

Mark Mecha, ?? of 1114 Grand ave., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly at the home
Wednesday morning. He was (too dark) Tuesday night.
Funeral services are incomplete and will be announced Thursday by the Urbanek
and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc.
He was born in Manitowooc Jan. 11, ???? son of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Mecha.
In ???? he married Miss Gertrude ????.
Surviving are his wife; two daughters, Zandra and Lenore, and a son, Mark Jr.,
of Manitowoc; two brothers, Michael and William of Manitowoc; sister, Mrs.
Carl Lang??yer of Manitowoc; mother, Mrs. Rose(?) Mecha of Manitowoc.
Manitowo Herald Times, Wednesday, January 25, 1956  p.19
********
(Note: This obit is very dark in areas)
********
Funeral services for Mark Mecha, 42, of 1114 Grand Ave., Manitowoc, who died
unexpectedly at his home Wednesday, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the
First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. L.H. K????
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was graduated from Lincoln High School in 19?2 and was active in athletics,
being a member of the school's track team and also on the hocky ?????. He
later operated a restaurant on Wasington(sic) Street in Manitowoc and in
recent years has been employed as a cook on the freighter Otto R??? of the
R???? Steamship Co.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc after 3 p.m.
Friday. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, January 26, 1956 p.23
********
[d. 01-25-1956/age 42 yrs./cause: coronary occlusion]


ZANDRA MECHA

Miss Zandra Mecha, 13, of 1114 Grand Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening at 
Holy Family Hospital following a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, with the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Feb. 28, 1948, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Mark and Gertrude 
Plautz Mecha. She attended First German Evangelical Lutheran Church School, 
having recently completed studies in the seventh grade. 
Surviving are her mother, a sister, Lenore and a brother Mark Jr. at home and her 
paternal grandmother Mrs. Rose Mecha of Manitowoc.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, until 10:30 a.m. Friday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 12, 1961   P. 15
*******
[d. 07-11-1961/age 13 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Mark Mecha lot]


DOROTHY MEDAUS

Miss Dorothy Medaus, 78, of 2143 West 85th Street, Cleveland, Ohio, died Saturday, 
February 18, at her residence in Cleveland.
Graveside services will be held 2:30 p.m. Friday. The Rev. Richard C. Miller will 
officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Medaus was born January 23, 1906, at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, daughter of the 
late Fred and Mary Giese Medaus. She grew up in Manitowoc and lived the rest of 
her life in Cleveland, Ohio. Miss Medaus was a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church, 
Cleveland, where service were held.
Survivors include several cousins, including Mrs. Ruth Madaus (sic) Tresz of 
Manitowoc and Donald Umnus of Alverno Road, Manitowoc, also other relatives also 
survived. 
Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc, are in charge of 
local arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 23, 1984  P. 3
*********
[d. at Cleveland, OH]


FRED MEDAUS

DEATH COMES TO FRED MEDAUS, ILL FOR 2 YEARS
Fred Medaus, former well known west side resident who returned from 
Cleveland, Ohio, in March after having made his home there six years, 
died Thursday night. Mr. Meduaus had been ill for two years and it was 
this decline which prompted him to resign his position as superintendent 
of the Theodar Kundtz Mfg. Co., at Cleveland, and return here.
The death of Mr. Medaus occurred at the home of his brother-in-law, Henry 
Brandt, 711 South 24th street where the family had made their home since 
returning to the city. Mr. Medaus was 41, having been born in the town of 
Manitowoc March 20, 1881. He leaves to mourn his untimely death his wife 
to whom he was married 18 years ago, and a sixteen year old daughter, 
Dorothy, also three sisters, Mrs. F. Schwartz and Mrs. Otto Schmidt of 
Oelwein, Iowa, Mrs. F.A. Hoffman of Marquette, Mich., and four brothers, 
Henry and Charles of Klemme, Iowa; William of Garner, Iowa and Louis of 
this city. He was a member of the Masonic order.
The funeral will be held from the Brandt home Sunday afternoon, the Rev. 
O.K. Espeseth officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, May 19, 1922 P. 1
******
[bur. 05-21-1922/cause: sarcoma of thigh/bur. on John Medaus lot]


HULDA MEDAUS

Mrs. Louis Medaus, 73, died unexpectedly Tuesday morning at the farm home, Rt. 
5, Manitowoc. She had not previously been ill but was stricken during the night 
and doctor was summoned.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Emanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Theophil Uetzman officiating, with burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Born May 23, 1879, in the town of Two Rivers, the former Hulda Kappelman came 
to Manitowoc with her parents when 10. Ten years later the family moved to a 
farm in the town of Manitowoc. She was married Oct. 23, 1900, to Louis Medaus 
who for many years was chairman of the town of Manitowoc. He died in Janaury of 
1953.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Herbert Umnus of Manitowoc; a brother, 
William H. Kappelman of Rt. 5, Manitowoc; and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Maniotwoc, after 4 p.m. 
Wednesday until 10 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be moved to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 12, 1953 P.19
*******
[d. 05-12-1953/age 74 yrs./bur. on Louis and Hulda Medaus lot]


JOACHIM MEDAUS

Death here Friday of 70-year old Joachim Medaus, a resident of our city for 54
years. He leaves a widow, 4 sons and 3 daughters. The funeral was held Monday
afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 11 June 1908
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ANOTHER PIONEER CALLED
Joachiam Medaus Had Resided in the County for 54 Years
One more county pioneer has joined the increasing majority in death, Jochiam Medaus, 
a resident here for fifty four years finishing with life today, his demise occurring 
at the home on Clark Street. Mr. Medaus had been seriously ill but a short time but 
since Christmas his health had been failing. For several days past the spark of life 
has flickered fitfully and there was no hope that he could recover. A native of 
Germany, Mr. Medaus was born 70 years ago and he came to America in 1854, locating 
on a farm in Kossuth. Later he removed to the town of Manitowoc and ten years ago 
came to this city. An aged widow and seven children survive being Fred, Louis, Henry 
and Charles, Mrs. Minnie Schwartz and Ida Schmidt, this city and Mrs. Fred Hoffman of 
Antigo. Mr. Medaus was a man of strong character and industrious habits and his 
interest in life centered in his home and family. He was a member of the German 
Lutheran Church and the funeral will be held Monday at 2 pm.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., June 5, 1908 
*******
First publication June 11, 1908.
State of Wisconsin-County Court Manitowoc County.
In the matter of the estate of Joachim Medaus, deceased. In probate.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of 
Joachim Medaus of the city of Manitowoc in said county, having been delivered 
into said court.
And Sophia Medaus of Manitowoc in said county, having presented to said court 
her petition in writing duly verified  representing, among other things, that 
said Joachim Medaus died testate, at the city of Manitowoc, in said County on 
the 5th day of June, 1908, that said instrument is the last will of said 
deceased and that said petitioner is named therein as Executrix and praying 
that said instrument be proven and admitted to Probate and that letters 
testamentary be thereon issued to said petitioner.
It is ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs 
of said last will and testament be taken, at a special term of said county court, 
to be held at the Probate Office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 7th 
day of July, 1908, at 10 o'clock a.m.
It is further ordered, that notice of the time and place of said hearing be 
given by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous 
to the time of said hearing in the Manitowoc Post a newspaper published in said 
Manitowoc county.
Dated June 10th 1908.
By the Court.
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Emil Baensch, Attorney.
Manitowoc Post, Thursday, June 18, 1908 P. 8
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[bur. 06-08-1908/cause: Brights disease]
*******
AGED COUPLE NEAR DEATH
Jacob Medaus(sic) and Wife, Clark St., Took Poison by Mistake
Jacob Medaus and his wife, an aged West side couple residing on Clark St., were 
near to death's border Saturday when the two partook of medicine that was later 
found to have been a poison. Mr. Medaus experienced an illness that for twelve 
hours caused the family the greatest anxiety but Mrs. Medaus escaped with less 
serious results being unable to retain the preparations in her stomach. The 
medicine was supplied by a neighbor for an illness which Mrs. Medaus suffered 
from and her husband partook of the preparation only to satisfy a curiosity as 
to its taste which his wife had declared was so bitter. The medicine was for 
external use but had been swallowed and Mr. Medaus was all but paralyzed by the 
poison and his mind became a blank. Physicians who were summoned declared that 
the escape from death was by the narrowest margin.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Jan. 21, 1907


LOUIS MEDAUS

Medaus, County Supervisor, Dies 
Louis A. Medaus, 77, of Rt. 5, Manitowoc, veteran member of the County Board, 
who had been in failing health for several months, died Tuesday morning at his 
farm home.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. T. F. Uetzmann will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery. 
Mr. Medaus was born in Manitowoc in 1876 and in 1900 married Hulda Kappelman. 
After 10 years residence here they moved to Fond du Lac for seven years and 
spent three years in Cleveland, Ohio. He was engaged in church furniture work. 
In 1920 he returned to Manitowoc, and was employed by the Manitowoc Seating 
Company for six years and then moved to the homestead farm in the town of 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Medaus was first named to the County Board in 1934, when he was elected 
chairman of the town of Manitowoc. He was renamed since, many times without 
opposition. He headed the important Agriculture Committee of the board. 
Illness prevented his attendance at the November session.
Voters of the town will choose a new chairman at the April election.
Survivors are his wife; daughter, Mrs. Herbert Umnus of Manitowoc; sister, Mrs. 
Emma Hoffman of Marquette, Mich.; half brother, William Schmidt of Garner, Iowa; 
and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home after Thursday noon. 
The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 6, 1953  P. 2
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[d. 01-06-1953/age 77 yrs.]


SOPHIA MEDAUS

PIONEER WOMAN RESIDENT HERE 59 YRS, DEAD
Mrs. Sophia Medaus is Victim of Heart Affection 
Mrs. Sophia Medaus, a resident of Manitowoc county for fifty-six years, forty 
of which were spent on a farm in Neshoto, where she located as a young girl 
with her parents, died at the home of her son, Fred Medaus, 1510 Clark street, 
this morning, aged 74. Mrs. Medaus had been seriously ill only two weeks, 
having suffered from a heart affection that caused her demise.
Born in Germany May 2, 1840, Mrs. Medaus would have been 74 years old the day 
after tomorrow had she lived. She came to America with her parents when 18 
years of age and the family located on a farm north of the city. Fifteen years 
ago Mr. and Mrs. Medaus came to the city and after the death of her husband Mrs. 
Medaus made her home with her son.
Mrs. Medaus is survived by five children, William, Klemme, Iowa; Mrs. Otto 
Schmidt, Oelwein, Ia.; Louis, Fond du Lac; Mrs. Fred Hoffman, Big Rapids, and 
Fred, of this city. Three stepchildren and two brothers and a sister in Iowa 
also survive.
The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon from the German Lutheran church, Rev. 
Machmiller officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, April 30, 1914  P. 8 
********
The funeral of the late Mrs. Sophia Medaus will be held from the home, 1510 
Clark street at 1:30 and from the Lutheran church at 2 o’clock tomorrow 
afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 2, 1914  P.7 
*********
[bur. 05-03-1914/cause: heart disease/burial on Joachim Medaus lot]
*********
First Publication May 8, 1914.
State of Wisconsin-County Court for Manitowoc County
In the matter of the estate of Sophia Medaus, deceased. In probate.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of Sophia 
Medaus, of Manitowoc, in said county, having been delivered into said court:
And Fred Medaus of Manitwooc, in said county, having presented to said court his 
perpetition (sic) in writing, duly verified, representing, among other things, 
that said Sophia Medaus died testate, at Manitowoc in said county, on the 30th 
day of April, 1914 that said Instrument is the last will of said deceased and that 
said petitioner is named therein as executor, and praying that said Instrument be 
proven and admitted to Probate and that letters testamentary be thereon issued to 
said petitioner.
It is ordered, that said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs of 
said last will and testament be taken, at a regular term of said County Court, to 
be held at the Probate Office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 2nd day of 
June, 1914, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be 
given by publication hereof, for three successive weeks, once each week, previous 
to the time of said hearing, in the Manitowoc Post, a newspaper published in said 
Manitowoc County.
Dated May 5, 1914.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Emil Baensch, Atty.
Manitowoc Post, Friday, May 8, 1914 P. 9
**********
AGED COUPLE NEAR DEATH
Jacob Medaus(sic) and Wife, Clark St., Took Poison by Mistake
Jacob Medaus and his wife, an aged West side couple residing on Clark St., were 
near to death's border Saturday when the two partook of medicine that was later 
found to have been a poison. Mr. Medaus experienced an illness that for twelve 
hours caused the family the greatest anxiety but Mrs. Medaus escaped with less 
serious results being unable to retain the preparations in her stomach. The 
medicine was supplied by a neighbor for an illness which Mrs. Medaus suffered 
from and her husband partook of the preparation only to satisfy a curiosity as 
to its taste which his wife had declared was so bitter. The medicine was for 
external use but had been swallowed and Mr. Medaus was all but paralyzed by the 
poison and his mind became a blank. Physicians who were summoned declared that 
the escape from death was by the narrowest margin.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Jan. 21, 1907


ANNETTA MEEHAM

Mrs. Lester Meehan (sic), 78, of Ontario, Calif., formerly of Manitowoc, 
died Monday at Arlington Convalescent Home, Upland, Calif. 
Graveside services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Meehan was the former Anetta (sic) Krieser. Her husband died in 1962. 
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Earnest White, of Ontario and three 
grandchildren.
Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, will be in charge of local 
arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 28, 1967  P.9 
*******
[d. at Upland CA/widow of Lester Meeham/bur. on Charles Krieser lot]


LESTER MEEHAM

Lester D. Meeham, 78, of Ontario, Calif., died Thursday at Memorial Hospital, 
Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Ortwin Hanson officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born June 17, 1884, at Littleton, N.H., son of the late George and 
Lorinda Byron Meeham. He was employed by the Detroit Water Dept. for more than 
28 years. He married Annetta Krieser July 4, 1912, at Chicago. He was a member 
of the Masonic Lodge and of Odd Fellows Lodge at Detroit.
Among survivors are his wife of Ontario, Calif., a daughter, Mrs. Ernest White, 
of Ontario, Calif., and three grandchildren.
Friends may call after 6 o’clock this Friday evening at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 12, 1962   P. 17 
*******
[age 78 yrs./bur. on Charles Krieser lot]


LOUISE DOROTHEA (KANSIER) MEEKER

Louise Dorothea nee Kansier Meeker, daughter of Henry Kansier & Friederike 
Brick, (wife of Frank Meeker) born on 13 December 1874 in Manitowoc, baptized 
1 January 1875 at First German Lutheran, confirmed there on 8 April 1888, 
died 6 April 1974 in Manitowoc at age: 99yr. 3mo. 24da., buried 9 April 1974, 
service at First German Lutheran, burial at Evergreen Cemetery. (Her millinery 
shop, located on Franklin Street in Manitowoc, is now located at Pinecrest 
Historical Village.)
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
********
Mrs. Louise Meeker, 99, formerly of 816 Columbus St., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Private funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Jens Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval Koch will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Survivors include nieces and nephews.
There will be no visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, April 8, 1974 P.18
********
[widow of Frank Meeker/bur. on Henry Kansier lot]


ANTOINETTE SCHROEDER MEFFORD

The body of Mrs. Mefford, nee Antoinette Schroeder, who died at Chicago, was
brought here last evening and taken to the home of Emil Schroeder, North
Tenth street, from where the funeral was held this afternoon, attended by a
large gathering of friends. Mrs. Meffords was for years a teacher in the
public schools of this city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, July 23, 1914 p.2
********* 
Mrs. Mary Schroeder, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Schroeder and Mrs. Theo. Kirsch have 
returned to Chicago after attending the funeral of the late Mrs. Mefford.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, July 25, 1914  P. 3
*********
[bur.07-23-1914/cause: acute appendicitis/burial on Carl Schroeder]


BERTHA MEIENBURG

Miss Bertha Meinenberg (sic), 86, of 13132 S. Eighth St., Manitowoc, died Sunday 
before noon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, with the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Miss Meinenberg was born at Manitowoc Oct. 1, 1873, daughter of the late Carl and 
Sophie Niemann Meinenberg. She had been employed as a seamstress at O. Torrison Co. 
and Schuette Bros. Stores at Manitowoc until retirement.
Surviving are several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 11 a.m. 
Tuesday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in 
state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 28, 1959  P. 21
*********
[d. 12-27-1959/age 86 yrs.]


CHARLES MEIENBURG   (d. 1947)

Charles Meinburg(sic), 83, of 1336 South Seventh street, lifelong 
resident of the city, died Sunday at the home following a lingering 
illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the home, the Rev. 
Theo. Uetzmann officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Meinburg was born in this city and 58 years ago married Miss 
Elizabeth Wunsch of this city. He was employed at the Rahr Malting 
company and later was custodian at Lincoln high school, retiring in 
1938.
Survivors are his wife; two daughters, Evelyn and Ellen of this city; 
son Milton of Brodhead, Wis.; brother, Julius of Valders; two sisters, 
Julia and Bertha of this city; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
The body was moved to the Meinburg home this afternoon from the Pfeffer 
funeral home and may be viewed until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 12, 1947 P.2
********
[bur 05-13-1947/died 05-11-1947/age 83 yrs]


ELLA MEIENBURG

Miss Ella Meinberg (sic) , 58, of 1336 S. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died Sunday 
morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a long illness.
Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. L. H. Koeninger will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born May 20, 1900, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Charles and 
Elizabeth Wunch Meinberg. She lived in Manitowoc all of her life.
Surviving is a brother, Atty. Milton Meinberg, of Broadhead, Wis.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 26, 1959  P. 11
*********
[d. 01-25-1959/age 58 yrs./bur. on Charles Meienberg lot]


ELSIE MEIENBURG

Death Thurs. of a small child of Charles Meyenburg 
after a long illness.
Der Nord Westen, 23 Aug. 1900
*******
Elsie Mainburg 
birth: 20 May 1900 Manitowoc 
death: 17 August 1900 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin 
father: Charles Mainburg 
mother: Lizzie 
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
(Checked with cemetery office and they agreed this is the right child)
*******
[cause: berael obscure conslitations disease bur. on Charles Meienburg lot]


EVELYN C. MEIENBURG

Evelyn C. Meinberg (sic), __, of 1334? S. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
night at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufus will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born in Manitowoc Nov. 14, 1895, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. 
Charles Meinberg. Before her retirement she was employed as an operator at the 
Wisconsin Telephone Co. exchange in Manitowoc.
Surviving are a brother, M. W. Meinberg of Broadhead, Wis., and a sister, Ella, 
of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 17, 1955  P. 15
*********
[d. 08-16-1955/age 59 yrs./cause: pulmonary hemorrhage/bur. on Charles Meienburg Jr. lot]


JULIA MEIENBURG

Miss Julia Meienburg, 76, of 1312 South Eighth St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital following a lingering illness.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Urbanek & Schlei Funeral Home 
with the Rev. L. H. Koeninger, pastor of the First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
A daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Carl Meienburg, the deceased was born in 
Manitowoc in 1876. For a number of years she and her sister, Miss Bertha, were 
employed as dress makers by the Schuette Bros. Company. In later years, the 
sisters continued in that work at their home.
Surviving, in addition to the sister, Bertha, are a brother, Julius, three nieces 
and six nephews, all of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 2 p.m. Friday until 
the time of services Saturday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 6, 1952  P. 2
********
[bur. 02-09-1952/age 75 yrs./bur. on Bertha Meinberg (sic) and Wm. Krum lot]


JULIUS MEIENBURG

Julius J. Meienburg, 79, died Thursday evening at the Fairhills Home, Rosecrans. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home with the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery. 
He was born July 11, 1876 at Manitowoc, the son of Karl and Sophie Meienburg. 
Surviving are a sister, Miss Bertha Meienburg of Manitowoc; five nephews and 
two nieces. Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., July 6, 1956 page 13
*******
[d. 07-05-1956/age 79 yrs./bur. on Miss Bertha Meienburg lot]


LOUISE MEIENBURG    (d. 1877)

Mrs. Louise Meinburg/d. 12 Oct. 1877 of smallpox/age 75 yrs.
Der Nord Westen, 18 Oct.1877
***********
Name: Meyenburg, Louise C. L. (sic)
D.: 10/12/1877
B.: 2/13/1802
Reg. D.: 12/27/1877
Sex: F/W
Age at Death:
B.P.:
D.P.:
Cem.:
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. F. Pieper
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1 p.245


LOUISE MEIENBURG    (d. 1948)

Mrs. Charles Meinburg (sic), 80, nee Louise Wunsch, died this noon at her home, 
1336 South Seventh street.
The body will be moved to the home Sunday morning from the Pfeffer funeral home, 
and services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the home, the Rev. Theo. Uetzmann 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
She was born in Rockland in 1867 and 57 years ago was married to Mr. Meinburg. 
They located in this city. Mr. Meinburg died last May.
Survivors are two daughters, Evelyn and Ella at home; son, Milton of Broadhead, 
Wis.; brother, William of Sacramento, Calif,; two grandchildren and one great-
grandchild.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 6, 1948  P. 2
**********
[bur. 02-06-1948/age 80 yrs/bur. on Charles Meinberg Jr. lot]


SOPHIA MEIENBURG

Mrs. K. Meienburg of South Eight Str. Died Nov. 8 of cancer aged 65. 
Funeral services Saturday afternoon.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, November 9, 1899 pg. 7
********
Death Tues. evening of 63-yr. old Mrs. Meyenburg, wife of our eminent citizen
Charles Meyenburg, after a long and difficult illness. The deceased, who came
here from Germany in 1854, married Mr. Meyenburg a year later. She has lived in
our city for 45 years and was well respected by everybody. She has suffered from 
cancer for a long time and underwent an operation several weeks ago. In addition 
to her husband Mrs. Meyenburg is survived by 3 sons and 5 daughters. Her funeral 
will take place Sat. afternoon from the funeral parlor at 1312 S. 8th Street.
Der Nord Westen, 09 Nov. 1899
********
At 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon the last sad rites over 
the mortal remains of Mrs. Chas. Meienburg were held at 
the late home on South Eighth street. A large concourse 
of friends were in attendance to pay the last tribute of 
respect to the deceased. The interment was at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, November 13, 1899 P.2
********
[cause: cancer] 


THEODORE MEIENBURG

Burial Thurs. of last week of 20-year old Theodor Meyenburg(sic)
who had been ill for many years with consumption.
Der Nord Westen, 23 Feb. 1888
********
[cause: consumption]


HENRY MEIER

Henry George Meier, Sr., Manitowoc County farmer, died Tuesday morning 
at the farm home, following a short illness. He was 73. 
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at the Rockwood 
Evangelical Lutheran Church with the Rev. Edward Zell of Mishicot 
officiating, and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Meier was born June 11, 1880, in Schultz, Russia. In 1910, he married 
the former Ida Sessler, and the couple came to the United States, settling 
at Sheboygan. Two years later they came to Manitowoc County and after a 
year resided at Kingsbridge, then occupying a farm in the town of Kossuth. 
He is survived by his wife; five daughters, Mrs. Arnold Gauger of Denmark, 
Mrs. LeRoy W. Fischer of Phoenix, Ariz., Mrs. Jack Kampmann and Mrs. Wilfred 
Payne of Plymouth, and Mrs. Robert Hibbard of New Holstein; four sons, 
Henry Jr., of Sheboygan Falls, Edward and Arthur of Maribel, and John on 
the home farm; and 17 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 
noon Thursday until 10 a.m. Friday when the casket will be moved to the 
church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, June 1, 1954, p. 19
********
[Henry George/d. 06-06-1954/age 73 yrs.]


IDA MEIER

Mrs. Henry G. Meier, 69, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, died Thursday afternoon 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be at 2 pm Monday at Rockwood Lutheran church. 
The Rev. W.W. Gieschen will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Ida Sessler was born at Schultz, Russia, June 4, 1888, 
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Gottfried Sessler. She was married 
in February of 1911 in Russia to Henry Meier and the couple came to 
the United States in 1912. They lived several years at Sheboygan and 
then occupied a farm in the Town of Kossuth. Mr. Meyer died in 1954.
Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Arnold Gauger of Denmark, Mrs. LeRoy 
Fischer of Phoeniz, Ariz., Mrs. Jack Kampmann and Mrs. Wilfred Payne of 
Plymouth, and Mrs. Robert Hibbard of New Holstein; four sons, Henry of 
Sheboygan Falls, Edward and Arthur of Manitowoc, and John of Rt. 2, 
Manitowoc; a brother, Gottfried Sessler of Sheboygan; and 20 grandchildren. 
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 
2 p.m. Sunday until 10:30 a.m. Monday when the casket will be moved to 
the church where the body will lie in state until the hour of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 2, 1958, p. 15
*******
Mrs. H. Meier, Dies After Long Illness
Mrs. Henry G. Meier, 69 Route 2, Manitowoc, died last Thursday at Memorial Hospital, 
Manitowoc, following a lingering illness. The former Ida Sessler was born in Schultz, 
Russia, June 4, 1888. She was married in February, 1911 in Russia to Henry Meier and 
the couple came to the United States in 1912. They lived for several years in 
Sheboygan and then occupied a farm in the Town of Kossuth. Mr. Meier died in 1954.
She is survived by five daughters, Mrs. Arnold Gauger, Denmark, Mrs. LeRoy Fischer, 
Phoenix, Ariz., Mrs. Jack Kampmann and Mrs. Wilfred Payne, Plymouth and Mrs. Robert 
Hibbard, New Holstein; four sons, Henry, Sheboygan Falls, Edward and Arthur, Manitowoc 
and John of Route 2, Manitowoc and a brother, Gottfrid Sessler, Sheboygan and 20 
grandchildren.
Funeral services were held on Monday at Rockwood Lutheran Church with burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Denmark Press, Thurs., May 8, 1958 page 3
*******
[d. 05-01-1958/age 69 yrs./wife of Henry G. Meier]


WILLIAM R. MEIER

Mr. William R. Meier, 28, of 923A Raton Court, Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning, 
April 9. Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. Rev. Bruce Hanstedt will officiate.
Mr. Meier was born March 31, 1958 at Two Rivers, son of Sylvia Martin White. He 
moved to Manitowoc with his family in 1959 and had attended Lincoln High School. 
He married the former Marianne J. Olson on July 17, 1976 at Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Marianne; a son, William Meier III at home; a daughter, 
Melissa Meier at home; his mother, Sylvia White of Manitowoc; a brother, Patrick 
Meier of Colorado; three sisters, Kathi Davies of Ohio, Mary Pfeffer and Sandi 
White of Manitowoc; his maternal grandmother, Grace Mandel of Two Rivers; an uncle 
and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Martin of Texas.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Friday evening from 6 pm to 9 pm and 
at 9:30 Saturday morning prior to the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., April 10, 1986 page 22


CAROL M. (KOCH) MEIHSNER     

Carol M. Meihsner, age 70, formerly of 1615 Division St., Manitowoc, died 
Friday morning, October 1, 1999, Shady Lane Nursing Care Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, October 5, 1999, at 
Reinhold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and 10:30 a.m. at St. Andrew 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc.  Rev. Camillus Janas O.F.M. will officiate at the 
Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Carol was born December 31, 1928, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Edward M. 
and Clara Haws Koch Jr.  She grew up in Two Rivers graduating from Washington 
High School with the class of 1946.  She was married to Harry F. Meihsner 
October 1, 1949 at St. Mark's Church, Two Rivers.  She has been a resident of 
Manitowoc for the past 50 years.  Carol worked as a school crossing guard for the 
City of Manitowoc for 22 years, retiring in 1988.  She enjoyed her family, 
traveling and playing Sheepshead.  She is a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church, 
St. Theresa Society of St. Andrew Catholic Church and Women's Auxiliary of the 
United Transportation Union.
Survivors include her husband, Harry; her children include, Colleen Shimon, Two 
Rivers, Richard and Nancy Meihsner, Port St. Lucie, Flor., Brian Meihsner, 
Manitowoc, Bruce and Linda Meihsner, Menomomee Falls, Wis., Tim and Rose Meihsner, 
Manitowoc, Wendy and Michael Towers, Green Bay, Wis., 14 grandchildren, Jason 
Shimon and his wife Brenda, Eric Shimon, Abby and Nathan Meihsner, Heather, 
KyLee, Lindsey, Brandon Meihsner, Michelle and Daniel Meihsner, John and Jacob 
Meihsner, Jenna, Jordan and Hannah Towers; two brothers and sisters-in-law, 
Robert and Helen Koch, Mishicot, Donald and Doris Koch, Two Rivers; one sister 
and brother-in-law, Joan and Norris Gilbert, Two Rivers; also surviving are 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her 
parents and one brother, Glenn Koch.
Relatives and friends may call at Reinhold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, from 5-8 p.m. on Monday, October 4, 1999.  There will be a Parish 
Prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. Monday led by Rev. Camillus Jana O.F.M.  There will 
also be a visitation at the funeral home Tuesday from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, WI, October 3, 1999
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


CLARENCE T. MEIHSNER

Mr. Clarence T. Meihsner, 74, of 1309A S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died Monday 
morning, Nov. 7, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Meihsner was born July 5, 1909, at Manitowoc, son of the late Henry and 
Freida Haese Meihsner. He was educated in the Manitowoc School System. He was 
employed at Mirro Co. as a tool and die maker. Later he owned and operated an 
Auto Wrecking Service at 15th and Washington St. until 1956. He also owned and 
operated an Ambulance Service until 1963, and from 1962 he was employed as a 
Security Guard for the Manitowoc Co., retiring in 1976. He married Romona 
Nesport on June 24, 1932, at Manitowoc. He also married Lillian E. Smith in 
1978. Mr. Meihsner was a member of the Sheriff and Deputy Association, Eagles 
Aerie No. 706 of Manitowoc, the Yacht Club and St. John United Church of 
Christ.
Survivors include his wives, Romona and Lillian; a son and daughter-in-law, 
Roger and LaMar Meihsner of Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Mona Rae and 
Kenneth Cookie of Sturgeon Bay; a sister and brother-in-law, Alma and Otto Pfeifer 
of Manitowoc and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 
Thursday morning until the time of services. A memorial fund has been established 
in Mr. Meihsner's name.
Herald Times Reporter, November 8, 1983 P. 3
*********
[husband of Ramona and Lillian Meihsner]


FRIEDA MEIHSNER

Mrs. Henry Meihsner, 87, of 1234 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient for six weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. John Evangelical and Reformed 
Church, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Meihsner was born May 31, 1871, at New London, daughter of the late John 
and Jennie Demlow Haase. She was married to Henry Meihsner Nov. 21, 1891, at 
Two Rivers where the couple resided until 1898 when moving to Manitowoc. He 
died in 1935. Mr. Meihsner was a lifelong member of St. John Evangelical and 
Reformed Church. Four sisters and a brother preceded her in death.
Survivors include a son, Clarence of Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. Otto Pfeifer 
and Mrs. E. W. Hall of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. E. Clare of Milwaukee; four 
grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Sunday until 10:30 a.m. Monday 
when the casket will be removed to the church where the body will lie in state 
until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 16, 1959  P.9 
********
[d. 05-15-1959/age 87 yrs./widow of Henry Meihsner/
cause: heart disease-fracture l. hip]


HENRY MEIHSNER

H.A. MEIHSNER, EXECUTIVE AT GOODS, IS DEAD
Heart Attack Last Night Has Claimed Man Prominent In Business, Society 
Henry A. Meihsner, 67, identified with the aluminum industry here and at Two 
Rivers for more than 40 years, and in late years plant superintendent of the 
Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company in Manitowoc, died suddenly last night 
of a heart attack at the home, 1234 South 14th street. 
The death of Mr. Meihsner came as a shock to his family, business associates 
and friends. He had apparently recovered from an attack of pneumonia and 
planned shortly to resume his duties at the plant here. He went on a deer hunting 
trip a short time ago with a part of friends. New Year’s Day he was about the 
home as usual and was anticipating his daughter’s birthday anniversary later this 
week.
Early last evening he was stricken with a heart attack and died two hours later. 
Coming to America alone from his home in Germany when a boy of 17, Mr. Meihsner 
secured his early training in wood working plants at Two Rivers.
Funeral is Friday.
He entered the aluminum industry with the late Joseph Koenig there and continued 
in positions of responsibility with the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company until 
he became superintendent of the main plant of the company here. He was prominent 
in social and fraternal groups in Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. from the home and at 2 p.m. from 
St. John’s Evangelical church, 15th and Marshall streets. Interment will be at 
Evergreen cemetery.
The deceased was born in Hessen-Nassau, Germany, August 6, 1867. He was first 
employed in northern lumber camps and returned to Two Rivers to be employed in 
the Mann Brothers wood working factory there. He continued in this capacity for 
a number of yars.
Here 37 Years Ago 
When the aluminum industry began to grow in Manitowoc and Two Rivers Mr. Meihsner 
became interested and entered the employ of Joseph Koenig. With the consolidation 
of the Koenig plant at Two Rivers and the Vits interests in Manitowoc Mr. Meihsner 
came to this city 37 years ago where he since resided. He advanced through various 
foremanship posts until he was named plant superintendent.
Mr. Meihsner was the recipient of the awards from the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing 
company for continuous service with the company, gold watch on the occasion of 
completing 25 years service and a diamond pin after 35 years with the company.
The deceased was married at Two Rivers in 1891 to Miss Frieda Haase. 
Was A Leader
Fraternally he was a member of the Modern Woodmen, Eagles and the Freier Saengerbund 
singing society. He served several terms as president of the latter society. He was 
an enthusiastic hunter and and fisherman and an active worker in the Manitowoc branch 
of the Izaak Walton league.
Survivors are his widow, a son, Clarence, city; two daughters, Mrs. Otto Pfeifer and 
Mrs. E. W. Hall Jr., both of this city; a sister, Mrs. Elise Mitchell; and five 
brothers, George, Adam, Theodore, Carl and Christian, all residents of Germany.
The body was removed to the home on South 14th street this afternoon from the Pfeffer 
funeral home and may be viewed there until the hour of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 2, 1935  P. 2
********
The aluminum industry of Manitowoc has lost one of its most capable executives in 
the death of Henry A. Meihsner. As plant superintendent at the Aluminum Goods in 
recent years he climaxed a career in which he was identified with the industry for 
more than 40 years.
Mr. Meihsner’s interests were wide. He was prominent fraternally and socially. One 
of his happiest moments came when he was elevated to the presidency of the Freier 
Saengerbund singing society, an office he ably filled for several terms. He was an 
enthusiastic fisherman nand hunter and was active in the Izaak Walton league.
The march of Mr. Meihsner to the position of plant superintendent at the Goods was 
a steady one. Promotions were in recognition of a man who combined a thorough 
knowledge of his business with fine leadership.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 4, 1935  P. 4
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PALLBEARERS ARE SELECTED 
Saengerbund Members to Pay Tribute to Mr. Meihsner 
Member of the Freier Sauengerbund singing society, of which the deceased was president, 
and employes of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company will officiate as pallbearers 
at the funeral Friday of Henry Meihsner, plant superintendent at the Goods factory 
here who died suddenly at his home New Year’s night.
The pallbearers are Frank Hempel, Ernst Strub, Arthur Schmidt, Louis Bull, Nic Holly 
and Peter Pitsch.
Following brief services at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the home on South 14th street there 
will be services at 2 p.m. at the St. John’s Evangelical church.
Survivors in addition to the widow, two daughters and a son, include four grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 3, 1935  P. 2
********
[bur. 01-04-1935/age 67 yrs./cause: dilatation of right side of heart]
(Henry Meihsner d. Jan. 1, 1935 age 67 yrs. 4 mo. 25 da. from burial records of St.
John's United Church of Christ)


JOHANNA MEIHSNER

Mrs. Hannah (sic) Meihsner, 43, widow of Fred Meihsner, died Tuesday evening 
after a lingering illness.
The body will lie in state at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from Thursday 
afternoon until 10 o’clock Friday morning when it will be removed to the St. 
John Evangelical church. At 2 p.m. services will be conducted by the Rev. Paul 
Blaufuss, and interment will be made in Evergreen cemetery.
Born Feb. 28, 1902, in Germany, Mrs. Meihsner was the former Hannah Sauer. She 
came to America when 21, and settled at Bowler, Wis., remaining there for a 
year and then came to Manitowoc. Her marriage to Mr. Meisner took place in 1925, 
and he preceded his wife in death a year ago.
Survivors are two children, Ruth of Manitowoc and Corporal Harry, somewhere in 
the Pacific theater; three brothers, William, Walter and Siegfried, all in 
Germany; two sisters, Mrs. Reinhard Meihsner of this city and Mrs. Gerhard Struck 
of Wrightstown.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 7, 1945  P.2
********
[Hannah Elise/d. 11-06-1945 at Delafield, WI/age 43 yrs./
bur. on Reinhardt Meihsner lot]


RAMONA MEIHSNER

Romana (sic) Meihsner, age 82, formerly of 1309 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died 
Friday, September 16, 1994, at Manitowoc Health Care Center. 
Graveside Services will be held on Thursday, September 22, 1994, at 1 p.m. Rev. 
Robert Meyer will officiate with cremation having taken place. Burial will be 
at Evergreen Cemetery. 
She was born May 14, 1912, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Bajemil and Emma 
Mueller Nespor. She attended school and graduated from Lincoln High School in 
1930. She married Clarence Meihsner, June 24, 1932, in Manitowoc. The couple 
made their home in Manitowoc. She was a member of St. John's United Church of 
Christ, the Yacht Club, Elks Auxiliary, a former member of the Order of the 
Eastern Star. 
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Roger and La Mar Meihsner, Manitowoc; 
a daughter and son-in-law, Mona Rae and Kenneth Cookle, Sturgeon Bay; a sister and 
brother-in-law, Violet and Lawrence Sheridan, Manitowoc; five grandchildren; six 
great grandchildren; one niece and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her 
husband in 1983. 
For those friends who wish to attend the Graveside Services please meet by 1 p.m. 
Thursday at the main entrance of Evergreen Cemetery. 
Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with the arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, September 19, 1994 p.A2
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[cremains/wife of Clarence Meihsner]


REINHARD MEIHSNER

Reinhard Meihsner, 64, of 1511 Philippen St., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning 
at Holy Family Hospital,, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. 
Saturday at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. N. W. 
Kock will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Meihsner was born Feb. 4, 1906 in Germany, son of the late Christian and 
Katherine Bloecher Meihsner. He came to the United States in 1925 and was 
employed as a spinner at Mirro Aluminim Co. until his retirement five years 
ago. He married Margarete Gruhn June 16, 1928 at Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Ray (Delores) Lusier of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. Robert (Kathleen) Hale of Western Springs, Ill.; a sister, 
Mrs. Albert Kornmann of Niederhorlen, Germany and eight grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc after 4 p.m. 
Friday until noon Saturday when the body will be taken to the church to lie 
in state until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Thursday, Aug. 13, 1970 - page 6T


CHESTER A. MEINDL

Chester A. Meindl, 71, of 722 N. 5th St., Manitowoc, died Monday evening at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Cyril Van Heeswyk will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Meindl was born Aug. 31, 1901, at Milwaukee, son of the late August and 
Ida Levenhagen Meindl. He married Margaret Handl Aug. 31, 1927, at Manitowoc. 
The couple located here. He had been employed at Kerscher Co., Rahr's Inc. 
and Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. until his retirement. He was an usher and 
member of Holy Name Society and Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Survivors include his wife, a son, three daughters, a brother, Ralph, of 
Manitowoc and 18 grandchildren. A sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday until the 
hour of srvice on Thursday. Memorial service will be at 8 p.m. Wednesday 
at the funeral home. (Survivors edited for living)
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 19, 1972
********
[d. 09-18-1972/age 71 yrs.]
(b. Aug. 31, 1901/d. Sept. 1972/SSDI)


IDA (LEVENHAGEN) MEINDL

Mrs. Ida Meindl, 76, died Monday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. 
Walter M. Menge, of 1814 South Tenth street. She had been ill two weeks.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Vogelsang funeral 
home, the Rev. A. C. Fischer of the First Reformed church officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Meindl, nee Ida Levenhgen, was born in this city in 1863 and in 1896 was 
married to August Meindl. Mr. Meindl died in 1923. For the past 10 years Mrs. 
Meindl has made her home with her daughter. 
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Menge, city; two sons, Ralph and Chester, city; 
and five grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Wednesday noon until the hour 
of the services Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 4, 1939  P. 2
*******
[d. 04-03-1939/age 76 yrs./cause: coronary occlusion/
bur. on Mrs. August Meindl lot]


MARGARET O. MEINDL

Margaret O. Meindl, age 94, formerly of 722 N. 5th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday 
September 2, 1999, at Harmony of Manitowoc.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 7, 1999, at 
Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating will be Rev. William Zimmer 
and burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
Margaret was born July 26, 1905, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Louis A. and 
Rose J. Pasternaski Handl. She married Chester A. Meindl on August 3, 1927 at St. 
Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1972. She was 
a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc and the Manitowoc Senior 
Center.
She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Jack E. and Jane Meindl, Manitowoc; 
three daughters and sons-in-law, Eunice A. and Robert Engert, Las Vegas, Nev., 
Virgene M. and Lloyd Ciha, Manitowoc, Bonnie L. and Richard Meyer, Marshfield; 19 
grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; one brother, 
Walter J. Handl, Manitowoc; two sisters, Bernice McCarthy, Manitowoc, Marie Lewis, 
Manitowoc; one sister-in-law, Gertrude Handl, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends also survive. Besides her parents and husband, Chester, she 
was preceded in death by one sister and three brothers.
Relatives and friends may call on Tuesday, September 7, 1999, from 10 a.m. until 
the time of services at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 4, 1999  P. A2


ALICE MEISNER    (d. 2000)

Alice Lila Meisner, age 80, of 2000 Clark Street Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
February 12, 2000, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 16, 2000 at 
the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the 
Rev. Robert Meyer with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born February 14, 1919 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Hugo and Clara 
Qualman Griebling. She married Victor Meisner on February 22, 1936 in Manitowoc. 
He preceded her in death on January 15, 1989.
Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law, Anna Mae and Eugene Snyder, 
Brillion, Judy Decker, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law, Augie and Debbie 
Meisner, Manitowoc, 13 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; 16 great great 
grandchildren; four sisters, Gladys, Verna, Viola and Clarabelle; one brother 
Elroy; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends survive. She was preceded in 
death by two sons, Victor Jr. and James; and two sisters, Ruth and Elaine.
The family will greet relatives and friends Tuesday evening at the Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, from 4-8 p.m. and Wednesday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of service 
at 11 a.m.
Alice was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great 
grandmother. She enjoyed her family, bingo and will be sadly missed by all.
Herald Times Reporter, February 14, 2000 P. A2


ANNA E. MEISNER

Mrs. Anna Meisner, 72, who had been residing with a daughter, Mrs. 
Leonard Scheer, at 2005 Lincoln St., Two Rivers, the past 10 years, 
died early Saturday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where 
she had been a patient for several weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. T.F. Uetzmann officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Meisner, nee Anna Hermann, was born March 25, 1892, in Russia, 
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Hermann. She was married in 
Russia Feb. 28, 1910, to John Meisner. The couple immigrated to this 
country in 1916, settling in Colorado. Several years later the family 
removed to Kansas and came to Rt. 2, Manitowoc, in 1925. Her husband 
preceded her in death eight years ago.
Beside the daughter she leaves seven sons, Victor, George and John, 
of Manitowoc, August, of Ida Grove, Iowa, Frederick, of Two Rivers, 
Herman, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Edward, of Indianapolis, Ind.; 
a half sister, Mrs. Mary Fries, of Strasburg, Canada; 26 grandchildren 
and 10 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 
3 p.m. Sunday until 10:30 a.m. Monday, when the casket will be taken 
to the church where the body will lie in state until the time of 
service.
Manitowoc Herlad Times, Saturday, July 18, 1964 P.14


ARNO MEISNER

Arno H. Meisner, 85, of 1106 Green St., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning, April 3, 
at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday 
at Wesley United Methodist Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Robert B. Hays will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Meisner was born Jan. 19, 1901, in the Town of Newton, Manitowoc County, son 
of the late Fred and Lena Schmidt Meisner. He married Lynda Truettner, Nov. 7, 
1925 at Newton, Wis. Mr. Meisner along with his family operated Meisner's Dairy 
at Newton and he was later employed at Manitowoc Engineering Company from which 
he retired. Mr. Meisner was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Lynda; two sons and a daughter-in-law, John Meisner 
of Dallas, Texas and Robert and Rita Meisner of Pine River, Wis.; a daughter and 
son-in-law, Lois and Richard Novy of Springfield, Missouri; two brothers and 
sisters-in-law, Hubert and Edith Meisner of Englewood, Fla. and Fred and Bertha 
Meiser of Cleveland, Wis.; eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He 
was preceded in death by a sister, Linda Meisner Krueger and an infant son, 
Theodore.
Friends may call at the church from 9 am Saturday until the time of services. 
There will be no Friday evening visitation at the funeral home. Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with funeral arrangements. The family request 
memorials be made to Wesley United Methodist Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., April 4, 1986 page 17
*******
[husband of Lynda Meisner]


BERNADETTE E. MEISNER

Bernedette E. Meisner(sic), age 87, a resident of Luck, WI, and formerly of 
Manitowoc; entered eternal life on Saturday, November 1, 2014 at Regions 
Hospital in St. Paul, MN.
Bernie was born on February 11, 1927 in St. Nazianz to the late John and Lilah 
Reindl Kieffer. She attended schools in St. Nazianz. On February 5, 1948, Bernie 
married John D. Meisner at First German Ev. Lutheran Church in Manitowoc. John 
preceded her in death on January 5, 2000. Bernie was employed at National Tinsel 
Manufacturing in Manitowoc until her retirement in 1993. She was a member of the 
AMVET Post 99 Auxiliary. Bernie was an avid fisherman, enjoyed spending her time 
at their trailer in Little Sturgeon, and being with her family and friends.
Survivors include Bernie's three children: Dale Meisner, Manitowoc; Wayne (Judy) 
Meisner, Manitowoc; and Nance (Matt) Keenan, Cushing; three grandsons: Jay 
Meisner, Nicholas Lang, and Michael Keenan; sister: Mary Trulen, Dodgeville; 
brother: Richard Kieffer, Manitowoc; also nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends. Bernie was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John; and one 
sister and three brothers.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 7, 2014 at First 
Lutheran Church, 521 North 8th Street, Manitowoc. Rev. Roald Harswick will 
officiate with burial to take place at Evergreen Cemetery. The family will greet 
relatives and friends at the church on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of 
the funeral service at 11 a.m. Online condolences may be sent to 
www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair 
streets, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials in Bernie's name.
Bernie's family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to the doctors 
and nurses of St. Croix Regional Medical Center, St. Croix, WI and Regions Hospital 
7th floor, St. Paul, MN for the care and support.
No newspaper or date cited


CAROLINE MEISNER

Death plucked a fair rosebud from the terrestrial garden of a happy 
home to be nurtured in the celestial garden of an all enduring eternity 
when it claimed Caroline, the five-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
John Meisner, So. Twelfth street, Thursday. The child had been ill but 
a day. Bright and winsome the little one was greatly beloved and parents 
are indeed in deep sorrow. The sympathy of many friends is extended.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, April 12, 1901, p. 1
********
Diphtheria took the life of the 5-yr. old daughter Of John Misner(sic) 
here on Thurs. following a 1-day illness. The funeral was held Sun.
Der Nord Westen, 18 Apr. 1901
********
Deaths of a Week:
Caroline Meisner, the five-year-old daughter of John and Mrs. Meisner, 
died at the home of her parents on South Twelfth street late last week. 
She had been ill but a few days.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, April 18, 1901 pg. 1
*******
Caroline Meisner
birth: June 1896 Manitowoc
death: 11 April 1901 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1901 Manitowoc
father: John Meisner
mother: Minnie Klusmen
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
********
[cause: diptheria]


CHARLES MEISNER

Charles G. Meisner, aged 56 years, died at his home at 1309 Division Street 
Wednesday. His health had been poor for several years. The deceased was born 
in this city, May 4th, 1873 and was married to Minnie Wendt who survives him 
together with one son, Charlin at home and one sister, Mrs. Henry Warnke of 
St. Paul. Mr. Meisner was employed at the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company 
up to the time that poor health forced him to retire from work. The funeral 
will be held Saturday afternoon at two o'clock from the home, with the Rev. 
D.G. Ristad of the First Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be at 
Evergreen.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 23, 1929
*********
Mrs. H.C. Warnke of St. Paul, Minn., is here to attend the funeral of her 
brother, the late Charles Meisner.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, May 23, 1929 P. 3
*********
[Charles G./bur. 25 May 1929/age 56 yrs./cause: cirrhosis of liver/
bur. on Joachim Wendt lot]


CHARLIN W. MEISNER

Charlin W. (Charlie) Meisner, 56, former Manitowoc resident, died at 6:45 a.m. 
Sunday at Hudson, Wis., Memorial Hospital. He had resided at Hudson the last 
five years and had made his home at 1537 Aldrich Ave. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Vernon E. Anderson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Meisner was born Jan. 12, 1907, at Manitowoc, son of the late Charles and 
Wilhelmina Wendt Meisner. He was graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, 
and had been associated with Wisconsin Telephone Co. 35 years. While at Manitowoc 
he was a commercial representative for the utility. He was a member of the Rotary 
Club, Elks Lodge and Lions Club.
Surviving are his wife, the former Mina Owens, a daughter, Miss Marilyn Meisner 
of St. Paul, Minn., a son, Charles, of Racine, and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Two Rivers Reporter, May 20, 1963  P. T-3
********
[Charlin W. (Charles)/d. 05-19-1963 at Hudson WI/age 56 yrs./bur. on Joachim Wendt lot]


EDNA B. MEISNER

Edna B. Meisner, age 97, formerly of 1511 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
January 27, 1996, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Graveside Services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Janaury 31, 1996, at the 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Richard 
Lind with cremation having taken place.
She was born June 8, 1898, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Henry and Elizabeth 
Meisner. Edna taught 1st grade in the Wisconsin School System at Racine and upon 
her retirement she returned to Manitowoc to reside.
Survivors include a sister-in-law, Beth Meisner, California; two nephews, John 
Meisner, California, Tom Meisner, Arkansas. Also surviving are other nieces, 
nephews, relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by four brothers 
and one sister.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 30, P. A2
*******
[single/bur. on Henry Meisner lot]


ELIZABETH MEISNER

MRS. MEISNER PASSES AWAY
Lifelong Resident of County Was 65 Years Old
Mrs. Henry Meisner, 65, lifelong resident of the county, died Sunday 
at the home, 1511 South 10th street. She was taken ill last Thursday 
with a heart attack.
Mrs. Meisner's death occurred on the anniversary of the death of her 
oldest sister, Mrs. Annie Glasow, who died March 8, 1923, in the town 
of Rockland.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Frazier 
mortuary in charge of the Rev. O.A. Menke of the First Reformed church. 
Interment will be at Evergreen cemtery.
Born in Newton
The deceased, whose maiden name was Elizabeth Stradthoff, was born in 
Newton in 1870 and married Henry Meisner April 4, 1891. They spent 10 
years on a farm on the outskirts of the city and later moved to this 
city where Mr. Meisner engaged in business.
Survivors are the widower; two daughters, Edna Meisner, a teacher at 
Racine, Wis., and Mrs. Lillian Zimmermann of this city; four sons, 
Gilbert F. and Raymond, city, Herbert L., San Francisco, Calif., 
Melvin C., Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. Rudloph Behnke, city; two brothers, 
Herman, Manitowoc Rapids, and William, city; and four grandchildren.
The body is at the funeral home and may be viewd there until the hour 
of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 9, 1936 P.2
********
[cause: myocarditis/bur. on Henry Meisner lot]


ERWIN MEISNER    (d. 1906)

Edwin Meisner
birth: 26 August 1905 Manitowoc Rapids
death: 4 October 1906 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1906 Manitowoc
father: John Meisner
mother: Mimme
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[cause: enteric fever]


FLORENCE H. MEISNER

Mrs. Florence H. Meisner, 87, a Manitowoc resident, died Thursday morning, 
Jan. 7, (1982) at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Order of Eastern Star will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Meisner, nee Florence H. Drumm, was born May 30, 1894, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late William and Bertha Rohrer Drumm. She was married to 
Melvin C. Meisner June 29, 1911, at Manitowoc, the couple residing at Two 
Rivers after their marriage. They moved to Milawukee to reside until 1968, 
when they moved to Valders to make their home. Mr. Meisner preceded her in 
death July 28, 1970. Mrs. Meisner was a member of Order of Eastern Star of 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include two sisters, three sisters-in-law, a brother-in-law and 
sister-in-law, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister, 
Laura Conklan, and a brother, William J. Drumm.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home Friday from 11 a.m. until the time 
of services. Memorials are appreciated to Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. 
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Thursday, January 7, 1982
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
********
[d. 7 Jan 1982/age 87 yrs/widow of Melvin C. Meisner/
bur. on Raymond K. and Lillian Meisner lot]
(30 May 1894/Jan 1982/SSDI)
********
Departing from their home for what was presumed to be an evening's pleasure 
drive, Miss Florence Drumm and Melvin Meisner, well known south side young 
people, returned last evening to surprise relatives with the announcement of 
their marriage. The ceremony was performed by Justice A.E. Schulze at his home 
on Western Ave. Miss Laura Drumm and Joseph Durek, who accompanied the couple 
on the drive were witnesses at the ceremony.
No inkling of their plans had been given by the couple and even the parents of 
the two were not advised of the approaching event and were taken by surprise. 
Mr. Meisner is employed at Two Rivers as manager of the Reiss Coal Co. docks 
and returned here last evening and with Miss Drumm executed the plan which they 
had previously agreed upon to surprise relatives and friends.
The bride is a daughter of Mrs. and Mrs. William Drumm. The groom is a son of 
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Meisner and for some time has been employed with the Reiss 
Co. Mr. and Mrs. Meisner will make their home at Two Rivers and for the present 
will not take a wedding trip.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 30, 1914 p. 3


FRED MEISNER   (d. 1906)

Friedrich Johann Carl Meisner, an old and well-known settler in
Town Newton, was found dead in his bed Wednesday morning last 
week. A heart attack during the night brought his life to an end. 
Meisner was born 05 February 1825 in Sulten, Mecklenburg-Schwerin, 
and came to America in 1853. He lived 4 years in Manitowoc, moving 
to Town Newton in 1857 where he has lived ever since. His wife 
preceded him in death about a year ago. He is survived by 3 sons. 
The funeral was held Monday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 22 Mar. 1906
*********
Fred Meisner, an aged resident of Newton, died last Thursday night at his home 
in that town. He was 81 years old. He had not been ill. A family of children 
survive. The funeral was held at Newton on Monday. Many friends, including a 
number from this city, attended the funeral.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, March 22, 1906 P. 1
*********
[Fred Meisner/bur. 6-18-1927/cause: heart failure/bur. on Henry Meisner lot/
removal from Newton]
*********
Fred Meisner
birth: 5 February 1825 Germany
death: 14 March 1906 Newton, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1906 Newton
spouse: Maggie
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
**********
(Johann Karl Friederich Meisner/d. 03/14/1906, Buried: 03/19/1906/from
records of St. John's Evang. Luth. Ch.)


FRED MEISNER    (d. 1927)

STROKE FATAL TO F. MEISNER, TOWN NEWTON 
Well Known Farmer Lives But Few Hours After He Suffers Attack 
A stroke which he suffered at 11 o’clock Sunday morning at his home, one mile 
west of English lake in the town of Newton, resulted in the death at 1:30 this 
morning of Fred Meisner, a life long resident of the county. The stroke came 
as Mr. Meisner was about the house and although medical aid was summoned soon 
after it was only a question of hours until the end came.
No funeral arrangements have been completed, awaiting word from relatives in 
the west, a son and a brother, but it was expected the service will be held 
Friday afternoon at St. John’s Evangelical church at Fifteenth and Marshall 
streets.
Died on Farm Where Born 
Fred Meisner was born June 21, 1865 on the same farm where he died. It was at 
the old farm home too where his marriage to Miss Lena Schmidt occurred thirty-
five years ago. The wife preceded her husband in death eight years ago and 
surviving him are one daughter, Mrs. Adolph Krueger, Newton and three sons, 
Arnold at home, Hubert in California and Fred also at home, and two brothers, 
Charles of Santa Rosa, California and Henry, 1511 South Tenth street, this city.
Mr. Meisner devoted his life to his farm and his home and was unaffiliated with 
fraternal organizations. He was never active in politics.
Manitowoc Herald News, February 21, 1927  P. 1
*********
[Frederick Meisner/cause: myocarditis/bur. on Henry Meisner lot]


GEORGE J. MEISNER    (d. 1969)

George J. Meisner, 52, of 1402 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Saturday at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. George Knudson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Meisner was born Nov. 8, 1916, at Hiles, Wis., son of the late John and Anna 
Herman Meisner. He married Pearl Belongia Nov. 14, 1953, at Port Washington. He 
was a model maker at Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, and was a member of the 
Manitowoc Gun Club.
Survivors include the wife; two sons, John R. of Manitowoc, and David of Two 
Rivers; six brothers, Victor and John of Manitowoc, Fred of Two Rivers, August 
of Ida Grove, Iowa, Herman of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Edward of Indianapolis, 
Ind.; a sister, Mrs. Leonard Scheer, of Two Rivers; and 10 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home, Ninth Street entrance, after 4 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 28, 1969  P. 2


GILBERT F. MEISNER

Funeral services for Gilbert F. Meisner, 69, of 1513 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, 
who died Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 
9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Andrew 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Ronald Reimer will officiate and private 
burial services will be Monday at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Meisner was born June 23, 1900, in Town of Newton, Manitowoc County, son 
of the late Henry and Elizabeth Strothoff Meisner. He moved to Manitowoc as 
a child with his parents. He married Leone B. Simmer April 26, 1932. Prior to 
his retirement seven years ago, he had been employed as a salesman with the 
Standard Brands Co. of Green Bay. He was a member of the United Commercial 
Travelers.
Survivors include his wife; a son (Survivor omitted for privacy.), three brothers, 
Melvin of Valders, Herbert of Mill Valey, Calif., and Ray of Manitowoc; two sisters, 
Mrs. Elmer Zimmerman of Coeur d Alene, Idaho, and Miss Edna of Manitowoc, and four 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 o'clock this Friday afternoon where a 
memorial service will be at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 28, 1970
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[d. 05-28-1970/age 69 yrs.]
(23 Jun 1900/May 1970/SSDI)


HENRY MEISNER  (d. 1945)

Henry Meisner, 76, of 1511 South Tenth street, lifelong resident of 
city and county and active for years in Progressive party poitics(sic) 
in county and state, died last night at his home. Death was due to a 
heart ailment.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Frazier mortuary 
chapel, the Rev. Noah Bess officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Mr. Meisner was born in Newton in 1869 and when a young man worked in 
the lumber woods of northern Wisconsin. In 1891 he married Miss Elizabeth 
Strodthoff and they located on a farm in Newton. He operated a farm 
implement business at Collins for a time and moved to this city in 
November, 1900.
In 1909 he purchased the Schuette livery business on Washington street, 
which he operated until 1919.
Mr. Meisner was named an inspector of state institutions by Governor 
John Blaine in 1922, which position he held four years. He served as 
under-sheriff and deputy sheriff for a quartet of Manitowoc sheriffs.
He was one of the founders of the LaFollette club of the county and 
took an active inerest in Progressive party affairs for years. He has 
been retired in recent years. Mrs. Meisner died March 8, 1936.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Elmer Zimmermann of this city, Miss 
Edna Meisner of Racine; four sons, Melvin of Milwaukee, Gilbert and 
Raymond of this city, MM 1/c Herbert in the southwest Pacific. Two 
brothers, Charles and Fred, preceded him in death.
The body may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary after 7 p.m. Saturday 
until the hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, September 14, 1945 P.2


HERMAN A. MEISNER

Herman A. Meisner, 66, of 1313 S. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Monday 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Meisner was born May 16, 1898, at Manitowoc, son of the late John and 
Wilhelmina Klusmeyer Meisner. Feb. 1, 1921, he married Laura Schlei at 
Brookfield, Ill. He was employed by Seibel Clothing Co. and for 33 years 
was a partner in C. Schlei Dray Line Inc.
Surviving ar his wife, a son, Ronald, two daughters, Mrs. Edward (Arline) 
Aschenbrenner and Mrs. Paul (Naomi) Klingholz, a brother, Edward Klusmeyer 
of Manitowoc and seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Tuesday until 10:30 a.m. Wednesday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 2, 1964 P.9
********
[d. 11-02-1964 age 66 yrs./bur. on John Meisner lot]
(16 May 1898/Oct 1964/SSDI)
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Married
Departing for Chicago Tuesday for what her parents believed to be 
a visit to relatives, Miss Laura Schlei, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
Charles Schlei, was joined by Herman Meisner and upon their arrival 
in the city, the couple secured a marriage license and were married. 
Mr. and Mrs. Meisner will return here to make their home.
The groom, a son of John Meisner, 1313 South Twelfth Street, has 
been employed by Mr. Schlei, father of the bride and while the 
attachment of the young people was known to the two families, no 
information of their plans to get married had been given and the 
news from Chicago came as a surprise.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 3, 1921


JOHN MEISNER    (d. 1901)

Also on Wed. last week, John Meissner here died of dropsy. 
He was born in 1821 and came to America about 50 yrs. ago. 
He leaves his widow and 4 children. The funeral was held 
Fri. afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 29 Aug. 1901
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[bur. 08-21-1901/age 80 yrs./cause:dropsy]


JOHN MEISNER  (d. 1927)

JNO. MEISNER, RICHTER SONS' EMPLOYE, DIES
John Meisner, 63, native of Manitowoc county and always a resident 
here and for 29 years an employe of the A.M. Richter Sons Company, 
died at his home 1313 So. Twelfth street Saturday night after an 
illness of six weeks. 
Complications caused death. 
Mr. Meisner continued his work up to six weeks ago when ill health 
forced him to retire.
Funeral services will be held from the home Tuesday afternoon to the 
Lutheran church at 2 o'clock Rev.Machmiller officiating.
Mr. Meisner was born in the town of Rapids, Jan. 12, 1864 and had 
made his home in the city for many years. He is survived by his wife 
and two sons, Edward and Herman. One brother, Joseph at Randolph, 
Nebraska, also survives.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, May 2, 1927 P.2
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[bur. 5-3-1927/cause: pulmonary tuberculosis]


JOHN F. MEISNER  (d. 1956)

John F. Meisner, 71, of Memorial Drive, Rt. 2, Manitowoc, and formerly 
of 1251 S. 32nd St., Manitwooc, died at his home early Wednesday night 
after a lengthy illness. He had been treated for a heart condition.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Immanuel Evan (sic) 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. T.F. Ueizmann (sic) officiating. 
Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Meisner was born in Russia on Sept. 15, 1885, son of the late John 
and Mary Stregher Meisner. In 1910 he married the former Anna Hermann 
in Russia, the couple coming to this country in 1912, settling in Colorado. 
A short time later the family came to Manitowoc. For a chief (sic) period 
he was employed at the Manitowoc Ship Building Corp., and for 19 years 
worked for the McMullen & Pitz Construction Co., retiring 10 years ago.
Surviving are his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Leonard Scheer of Rt. 2, Manitwooc, 
seven sons, Victor, George, John and Edward Meisner of Fort Lauderdale, 
Fla.; a sister, Mrs. Catherine Fischer of British Columbia, Canada; three 
brothers, Alex, Jacob and David Meisner of Lockwood, Saskatchewan, Canada, 
and 19 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, after 
3 p.m. Friday until 10 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be taken to the 
church, where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, November 1, 1956 P.29
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[John Fred/d. 10-31-1956/age 71 yrs./bur. on Anna Meisner lot]


JOHN D. MEISNER    (d. 2000)

John D. Meisner, Jr. age 73, a resident of 1422 Hamilton Street, Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday, January 5, 2000, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services for Mr. Meisner will be held at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, 
Monday, January 10, 2000 at 11 a.m. Rev. Steve Solberg will officiate, with burial 
to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside rites will be 
accorded for Mr. Meisner at Evergreen Cemetery by AmVets Post #99.
John was born on April 21, 1926, in Manitowoc, son of the late John Sr. and Anna 
Herman Meisner. He was a World War II veteran serving with the United States Army 
in the European Theatre of War. He married Bernadette (Bernie) Kieffer, February 5, 
1948, in Manitowoc. He was employed by Dayco Eastman Co. for 34 years retiring in 
1989. John belonged to First Lutheran Church, AmVets Post #99, and the Fraternal 
Order of the Eagles.
Survivors include his wife, Bernie; three children, Nancy (Matthew) Keenan, Cushing, 
Dale Meisner, Wanyne (Judy) Meisner, all of Manitowoc; three grandchildren, Nicholas 
and Michael Keenan, Jay Meisner; his sister, Rachel Scheer, Two Rivers; also nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, 
seven brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Sunday, 5-8 p.m. and Monday 
at First Lutheran Church, 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. AmVets Post 
#99 will have a memorial service for John, Sunday evening at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  Friday, January 7, 2000 pg. A2


LAURA L. (SCHLEI) MEISNER

Mrs. Laura L. Meisner, 76, of 1313 S. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday morning 
in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Kock will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Meisner, nee Laura Schlei, was born March 4, 1901, in Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Charles and Caroline Kirchner Schlei. She was educated in Manitowoc 
schools and was married to Herman A. Meisner Feb. 1, 1921, in Brookfield, Ill. 
Mrs. Meisner was employed with Globe Normington Cleaners and Launderers for 28 
years, retiring in 1967. Mr. Meisner preceded he in death November 1964. She 
was a lifelong member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church and Ladies Aid 
Society of the church.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Ronald L. and Diane Meisner; two 
daughters and sons-in-law, Arline and Edward Aschenbrenner and Naomi and Paul 
Klingholz and a brother and sister-in-law, Arnold and Florane Schlei of Manitowoc; 
seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Two brothers 
and two sisters preceded her in death.
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, October 31, 1977  P. 3
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[widow of Herman A. Meisner/bur. on John Meisner lot]
********
Married
Departing for Chicago Tuesday for what her parents believed to be 
a visit to relatives, Miss Laura Schlei, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
Charles Schlei, was joined by Herman Meisner and upon their arrival 
in the city, the couple secured a marriage license and were married. 
Mr. and Mrs. Meisner will return here to make their home.
The groom, a son of John Meisner, 1313 South Twelfth Street, has 
been employed by Mr. Schlei, father of the bride and while the 
attachment of the young people was known to the two families, no 
information of their plans to get married had been given and the 
news from Chicago came as a surprise.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 3, 1921


LENA MEISNER

DEATH COMES TO END ILLNESS OF LONG PERIOD 
Mrs. Fred Meisner Is Called to Rest at the Hospital
Mrs. Fred Meisner, a well known resident, died at the hospital 
yesterday at the age of 47 years. Mrs. Meisner had been ill for 
many months and her death was not unexpected as little hope had 
been held out for her recovery. Decedent was born on Sept. 2, 
1871, and was a daughter of Fred Schmidt, former proprietor of 
English Lake hotel. She is survived by her husband whom she 
married 27 years ago and four children, Lynda, Arno, Herbert and 
Fred and by her parents, six sisters, Mrs. Berringer of Clark 
county, Mrs. Herman Kieselhorst, Mrs. Fred Schwartzenbart, Mrs. 
William Vogelsang, this city; Mrs. Ernst Ansorga, English Lake; 
Mrs. Henry Ewald, of Ewen, and one brother, Louis Schmidt. 
The funeral will be held on Monday at 1 o’clock from the home of 
her father, Rev. Toepel officiating. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, September 28, 1918
*********
[bur. 09-31-1918/cause: myocarditis/bur. on Henry Meisner lot]
(Lena Meisner/d. 09/27/1918, Buried: 09/30/1918/from record of
St. John's Evang. Luth. Ch.)


LILLIAN MEISNER

Lillian Meisner, age 87, of 4200 Calumet Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, 
February 13, 1996, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral Servics (sic) will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, February 16, 1996, at 
the Jens Funeral Home. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Dennis L. Broehm 
with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born May 1, 1908, in Tisch Mills, Wis., daughter of the late Thomas and 
Mary Mommik Pivonka. She married Raymond Meisner on October 15, 1934, and he 
preceded her in death in 1982. She was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church and a member of the Ladies Aide.
Survivors include one son, Thomas Meisner, Conway, Ark.; one daughter and son-in-
law, Marlene and William Raby, Greenbrier, Ark.; one sister-in-law, Lillian 
Pivonka, Green Bay; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband, 
Raymond, four brothers, and four sisters.
Friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home from 12 noon until the time of services 
on Friday.
The Jens Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 15, 1996 P. A2
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[widow of Raymond Meisner]
(Lillian Meisner 01 May 1908 Feb 1996/SSDI)


LYNDA A. MEISNER

Mrs. Lynda A. Meisner, 87, formerly of 1106 Green St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
morning, June 5, 1990, at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, June 8, at Wesley United Methodist 
Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Robert B. Hays will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Born Lynda Anna Truettner, September 9, 1902, in Newton, daughter of the late 
Ernst and Hermina Wernecke Truettner. She attended the Manitowoc county Business 
College and was employed as a Secretary in the City of Manitowoc prior to her 
marriage. She married Arno H. Meisner, November 7, 1925, in Newton. He preceded 
her in death April 3, 1986. Mrs. Meisner was a member of Wesley United Methodist 
Church and a Past President of its Womens Guild and also a member of the town of 
Newton Homemakers.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, John and Jacqueline Meisner of 
Dallas, Texas, and Robert and Rita Meisner of Pine River, Wisconsin; a daughter 
and son-in-law, Lois Maze Novy and Richard Novy of Springfield, Missouri; a sister, 
Irma Palster of Manitowoc, Wisconsin; eight grandchildren (private); nine great 
grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by an infant son, 
Theodore, a grandson, Tom Maze, a sister, Edna, and two brothers, Omar and 
Frederick.
Friends may call at the church from 9 a.m. Friday until the time of services. 
There will be no Thursday visitation. Memorials may be made to Wesley United 
Methodist Church. The Pfeffer Funeral Home of Manitowoc assisted the family 
with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Heralt Times Reporter
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[widow of Arno Meisner]


MAGRATA MEISNER

We received the news too late for publication in last week’s newspaper, 
that Mrs. Margarethe Meissner, the 72-yr. old wife of Fr. Meissner, Sr., 
in Newton, had died on Tues. Mrs. Meissner had a lesion which turned into 
a malignant growth. For 7 yrs. she had the growth operated on, but it grew 
larger and eventually caused here death. Mrs. Meissner was born 05 Dec. 1832 
in Bavaria and came to America with her parents in 1852. The family settled 
in Town Mishicott. In 1846, Mrs. Meissner, nee Margarethe Stelzer, married 
her late husband and settled with him in Town Newton where they lived ever 
since. She is survived by 3 children. The funeral was held Fri. afternoon 
by Pastor Sieker at the cemetery of the Newton Lutheran Church.
Der Nord Westen, 18 May 1905
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[Magrata Meisner/bur. 6-18-1927/cause: abdominal tumor/
bur. on Henry Meisner lot/removal from Newton]
(Margarita Meisner/d. 05/09/1905, Buried: 05/12/1905/from records of St.
John's Evang. Luth. Ch.)


MATHILDA MEISNER

TWO PIONEER WOMEN OF CITY CALLED BY DEATH
Mrs. Tesch and Mrs. Meisner, Both Advanced in Years, Dead
Mrs. Mathilda Meisner succumbed to an illness of pneumonia at her 
home on Division street last night, aged 76 years. Decedent was a 
native of Germany, born July 22, 1841 and had resided here for many 
years. One son, Charles, and a daughter, Mrs. Speicher/Spelcher? 
survive. The funeral will be held from the late home Wednesday 
afternoon at 2, Rev. Machmiller officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, June 18, 1917, Page 1
*********
John Hecker, Fred Bahls, Mrs. Louis Dorman, Mrs. Albert Lowe, of 
Chicago are here for the funeral of the late Mrs. Meisner.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, June 20, 1917, Page 3
*********
[Mathilda Meisner/bur. 06-20-1917][cause: pneumonia/
bur. on John Meisner lot]


MELVIN C. MEISNER

Melvin C. Meisner, 79, of 320 Roosevelt St., Valders, died Tuesday morning at 
home. Masonic funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Meisner was born July 1, 1891 at Birnamwood, Wis., son of the late Henry 
and Elizabth Strodthoff Meisner. He married Florence Drumm June 29, 1911 at 
Manitowoc. He was associated with his father in Meisner and Son Livery Stable 
on Washington Street, Manitowoc, until 1914 when the couple moved to Milwaukee. 
He was employed there as an accountant for Esphenhein Co., Wisconsin News and 
Lentz Lumber Co. He retired in 1963 and the couple moved to Valders in 1968. 
The couple celebrated its golden wedding anniversary in 1961.
Mr. Meisner was a 50 year member of the Two Rivers Lodge No. 200, F and A.M., 
a 25 year member of the Manitwooc Chapter No. 16, ,Royal Arch Masons, a 25 
year member of the Kilbourn Council No. 9, Royal and Select Masters, a member 
of Ivanhoe Commandery No. 24, Knights Templar and a lifelong member of Manitowoc 
Chapter No. 196, Order of Eastern Star.
Survivors include his wife; two brothers, Raymond of Manitowoc and Herbert of 
San Francisco, Calif., and two sisters, Mrs. Elmer Zimmermann of Cour d Alene, 
Idaho and Miss Edna Meisner of Manitowoc. A brother, Gilbert preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 9 pm Wednesday where there will 
be Eastern Star Memorial Services at 7:30 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., July 28, 1970 p.M16
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[d. 07-28-1970/age 79 yrs./bur. on Raymond K. and Lillian Meisner lot]
(01 Jul 1892/Jul 1970/SSDI)
******
Departing from their home for what was presumed to be an evening's pleasure 
drive, Miss Florence Drumm and Melvin Meisner, well known south side young 
people, returned last evening to surprise relatives with the announcement of 
their marriage. The ceremony was performed by Justice A.E. Schulze at his home 
on Western Ave. Miss Laura Drumm and Joseph Durek, who accompanied the couple 
on the drive were witnesses at the ceremony.
No inkling of their plans had been given by the couple and even the parents of 
the two were not advised of the approaching event and were taken by surprise. 
Mr. Meisner is employed at Two Rivers as manager of the Reiss Coal Co. docks 
and returned here last evening and with Miss Drumm executed the plan which they 
had previously agreed upon to surprise relatives and friends.
The bride is a daughter of Mrs. and Mrs. William Drumm. The groom is a son of 
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Meisner and for some time has been employed with the Reiss 
Co. Mr. and Mrs. Meisner will make their home at Two Rivers and for the present 
will not take a wedding trip.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 30, 1914 p. 3


MINNIE MEISNER    (d. 1902)

Minnie Meisner
birth: March 1874 Wis.
death: 19 November 1902 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1902 Manitowoc
father: Meisner
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[age 28 yrs./cause: tuberculosis]


MINNIE MEISNER  (d. 1944)

Mrs. John Meisner, 79, nee Wilhelmina Klusmeyer, of 1313 South 12th 
street, died early today. She suffered a broken hip three weeks ago 
in a fall.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. from the Wattawa, 
Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and at two o'clock from the First 
German Evangelical Lutheran church, the Rev. L.H. Koeninger officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Meisner was born in Newton in 1865 and 49 years ago was married to 
Mr. Meisner. He died 17 years ago. Mrs. Meisner was a member of the 
Ladies Aid society of the First German Evangelical Lutheran church.
Survivors are two sons, Edward and Herman of this city; brother, Herman 
Klsumeyer (sic) of Kaukesha; and four grandchildren.
The body may be viewed from Wednesday noon until the hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, August 22, 1944 P.2
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[d. 08-22-1944/age 79 yrs./cause: uremia/widow of John Meisner]


RAYMOND K. MEISNER

Raymond K. Meisner, 80, formerly of 1201 Division St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
December 4, at Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Monday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church. 
The Rev. Glenn Unke will officiate and cremation to follow with burial at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Meisner was born July 23, 1902, at Manitowoc, son of the late Henry and 
Elizabeth Strothoff Meisner. He attended Manitowoc schools. He married Lillian 
Pivonka in 1934 at Illinois. The couple returned to Manitowoc to make their home. 
Mr. Meisner was employed at First National Bank for 23 years as a bank teller and 
was later employed at Muchin Muchin Attorneys At Law. He was a member of Immanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife; a son, Thomas R. Meisner of Manitowoc; a daughter and 
son-in-law, Marilyn and William Raby of Abrams, Wis.; a brother and sister-in-law, 
Herbert and Beth Meisner of California; a sister, Miss Edna Meisner of Manitowoc 
and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Jens Funeral Home and Crematory, 
Manitowoc, is in charge of funeral arrangements. Memorials may be made to Immanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Herald Times Reporter, December 5, 1982 P. 3
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[cremains]


RICHARD MEISNER

Dickie Meisner, 7, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ray K. Meisner, 1201 Division 
street, died at Holy Family hospital at 9 o'clock this morning 
following a tonsilectomy earlier. Funeral arrangements will be 
announced Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, August 5, 1944 P.2
********
Funeral services for Dickie Meisner (photo), 7-year-old son of Mr. 
and Mrs. Raymond K. Meisner, 1201 Division street who died Saturday 
morning at the Holy Family hospital following a tonsil operation, 
were held this afternoon at 3:30 o'clock at the Immanuel Ev. Lutheran 
church. The Rev. Theo. F. Uetzmann was in charge of the rites. Burial 
was in Evergreen cemetery.
Dickie was born in Manitowoc on April 21, 1937, and would have been 
in the second grade at the Jefferson school this fall.
Besides his parents, a sister, and a brother (private), survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 7, 1944 P.2
********
[cause: respiratory failure/son of Raymond Meisner/bur. on Henry 
Meisner lot-his grandfather]


RONALD L. MEISNER

Ronald L. Meisner, age 69, of 1613 S. 16th St., Manitowoc, 
died on Monday evening, Feb. 25, 2008, at Shady Lane Nursing 
Care Center, Manitowoc. 
He was born on April 11, 1938, in Manitowoc, son of the late 
Herman and Lora (Schlei) Meisner. Ronald was a veteran of the 
U.S. Air Force, serving time in Alaska. He was employed at 
Eastman for his entire career until his retirement. Ronald 
was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by a sister and brother-in-law: 
Arlene and Eddie Ashenbrenger. 
Cremation has occurred, and a memorial service will be held 
at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2008, at The Pfeffer Funeral 
Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. Officiating at the 
memorial service will be the Rev. Steven Hahm. Ronald will 
be laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, at a later 
date. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer 
Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. 
on Saturday, March 1, 2008, until the time of service at 
11 a.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 28, 2008


THOMAS R. MEISNER

Tom R. Meisner, age 57, of 1005 S. German Lane, Conway, Ark., died Monday, 
January 11, 1999, at Baptist Medical Center, Little Rock, Ark.
Funeral Service will3 be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 20, 1999, at the 
Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory. Officiating will be Rev. Dennis Broehm. 
Cremation will have taken place and burial of his cremated remains will follow 
at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Tom was born April 29, 1941, in Manitowoc, son of the late Raymond K. and Lillian 
Pivonka Meisner. He attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the class of 
1959 from Lincoln High School.
Tom was employed for 39 years with the Kelvinator/Frigidaire Company, retiring in 
1998. He served in the National Guard. He was a member of Peace Lutheran Church, 
Conway, Ark.
He is survived by one sister and brother-in-law, Marlene and William Raby, 
Greenbrier, Ark.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive.
Relatives and friends may call from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m., Wednesday, January 20, 
1999, at the Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory.
Herald Times Reporter, January 16, 1999  P. A2
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[cremation]


VICTOR MEISNER JR.    (d. 1943)

Victor Meisner, Jr., the 16 day old son of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Meisner, 2201 
Marshall street, died this morning at the home.
Funeral service will be held Friday at 2:30 o'clock from the Shimek and Schwartz 
funeral parlors with the Rev. L.A. Koeninger officiating. Interment will be in 
Evergreen cemetery. The funeral parlor will open from 10:30 a.m. Friday.
Survivors are the parents; two sisters, Anna Mae and Judith; and one brother, 
James.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 14, 1943 P. 2


VICTOR MEISNER SR.    (d. 1989)

Victor E. Meisner, 75, of 220? Washington Street, Manitowoc, died Sunday, 
January 15, 1989 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 1:30 pm Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Kenneth L. 
Dowdy will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Meisner was born January 12, 1914 at Topeka, Kansas, son of the late John 
and Anna Hermann Meisner. He married Alice Griebling on February 22, 1936. 
Prior to retirement he was employed at Manitowoc Cold Storage for many years.
Survivors include his wife, Alice;  a son and daughter-in-law, August and 
Debbie of Manitowoc; two daughters and a son-in-law, Anna and Eugene Snyder 
of Brillion and Judith Decker of Menasha; five brothers, August of Ida Grove, 
Iowa, Fred and Edward of Two Rivers, Herman of Fort Lauderdale and John of 
Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Leonard Scheer of Two Rivers; 13 grandchildren and 
19 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 7 pm to 9 pm Tuesday and Wednesday 
morning after 10 am until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., January 16, 1989 page 8
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[husband of Alice L. Meisner]


WILHELMINE MEISNER    (d. 1963)

Mrs. Wilhelmina Meisner(sic), 87, of 1308 Division St., Manitowoc, died Monday 
evening at the Lutheran Home, Mondovi, Wis., where she had resided about four 
years.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
with the Rev. Vernon Anderson officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born Wilhelmina Wendt April 22, 1875, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late 
Jochin and Ottelia Dallman Wendt. She live at Manitowoc all her life. She was 
married in 1899 to Charles Meisner. He died in 1929. Among survivors are a son, 
Charles, of Hudson, Wis., two grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Two Rivers Reporter, April 16, 1963 P. M-11
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[d. 04-15-1963 at Mondovi WI/age 87 yrs./bur. on Joachim Wendt lot]
(22 Apr 1875/Apr 1963/SSDI)


CHARLES W. MEISNEST

C.W. Meisnest, Teacher Over 50 Years, Dead
Charles W. Meisnest, veteran educator and charter member of the Kiwanis Club, 
died early Wednesday morning at Holy Family Hospital where he had been a 
patient two weeks. Meisnest, 79, resided at 845 N. 14th st. 
Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home. 
The Rev. A. C. Fischer will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The native of Manitowoc County was born in the Town of Branch Jan. 28, 1878. 
His parents were the late George and Mary Krall Meisnest. He attended the one-
room rural school in the town, graduated from the eighth grade at 13. Two years 
later he was awarded his teacher certificate and therefore, until June of 1951, 
was active in the education field. He retired five years ago from the profession 
and at the time was on the faculty of Lincoln High School.
In the early years of his teaching he continued his studies, earning entrance 
credits to the University of Wisconsin in 1900. He was graduated from the state 
school four years later and Aug. 21, 1908, married the former Olive Bleser. 
Joined City System 
With six years experience in rural schools, Mr. Meisnest joined the city school 
system, teaching in the West Side High School, now Adams School. He taught German, 
commercial subjects, geography and bookkeeping. In his fourth year here he was 
elected county superintendent of schools and moved to his office in the Courthouse, 
then two years old.
While in this office for nine years, Mr. Meisnest labored to improve instruction 
methods and attendance. He also sponsored the district agricultural fairs which 
were popular rural features before the advent of Four H. 
Subsequently he became principal of the Roosevelt School, South Eighth street, 
where he taught eight grade pupils. In 1920 he became principal of McKinley School 
which had an enrollment of about 600 students. Eleven years later he joined Lincoln 
High School, remaining there until his retirement in 1951.
He was honored in February of…(line underinked)..teaching service by the Manitowoc 
Education Assn.
Secretary 33 Years 
The veteran member of the Kiwanis Club served as its secretary continuously for more 
than 33 years, taking over the past from the first club secretary in 19__. He was 
district secretary of the organization in 1943 for the Wisconsin-Upper Michigan area. 
He bowled for a number of years with various teams of the club.
Mr. Meisnest was honored by the club when he had served it for a quarter of a century, 
receiving a new 25-year pin and a gift from the members. In June of ____ he was 
inducted into the Half Century Club of the University of Wisconsin.
Surviving him are his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Robert Erickson? of Marinette and 
Mrs. James Daily of Manitowoc; a son, Carl _, of Manitowoc; a sister, Miss Elizabeth 
Meisnest of Manitowoc, and four grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 30, 1957  P. 13
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[d. 01-30-1957/age 78 yrs./cause: cerebral hemorrhage]


EDITH (SPENCER) MEISNEST

Mrs. Earl (Edith) Meisnest, 70, of 428 N. Lake St., Manitowoc, died early Sunday 
morning, Nov. 20, at Park Lawn Nursing Home.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Phipps Memorial Chapel, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. William Plank will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Meisnest was born April 26, 1913, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late William 
and Elsie Claude Spencer. She attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated from 
Lincoln High School. She was married to Earl J. Meisnest Aug. 6, 1940, at Chisholm, 
Minn. Mrs. Meisnest was a member of First Presbyterian Church and the American 
Legion Auxiliary.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Spencer and Karen Meisnest of 
Manitowoc and two grandchildren, Philip Spencer and Mindy Joan Meisnest. She was 
preceded in death by a sister. 
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 6 o'clock to 9 o'clock this 
Monday evening and Tuesday from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. and then at the church from 
noon until the time of services. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church.
Herald Times Reporter, November 21, 1983  P. 3
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[bur. on Mr. and Mrs. William C. Spencer lot]


EMMA AASTAD MEISNEST

MEISNEST FUNERAL
Funeral services for Mrs. Emma Aastad Meisnest, 85, former teacher, 
of 1002 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc, who died Thursday, will be at 
3:30pm Monday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase J. 
Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. 
The former Emma Eberhardt was born at Newton, Sept. 12, 1872, 
daughter of the late August and Amelia Mundt Eberhardt. She was 
married to Amund Aastad Aug. 25, 1905? He died in August of 1918. 
Mrs. Meisnest taught schools in rural Manitowoc County at 18 and 
later for 15 years in the City of Manitowoc. She was a member of 
the Ladies Society of First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. Mrs. 
Meisnest is survived by a son, Ralph Aastad of Chicago; two 
brothers, Henry and William Eberhardt of Manitowoc; three grand-
children and seven great grandchildren. Friends may call at the 
funeral home after 2pm Sunday until 1pm Monday.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Saturday, June 21, 1958
*******
[Emma AASTAD Meisnest/d. 06-19-1958/age 85 yrs./
widow of Amund Aastad and Frank Meisnest/bur. on Emma Aastad lot]
********
Married
Mrs. Emma Aastad and Frank Meisnest of this city were married at Pasadena, 
California on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Meisnest are now on an automobile tour through 
the west and will arrive in Manitowoc the later part of this month, their “home” 
address being 936 North Eighth Street.
The couple were sweethearts twenty-five years ago when Mrs. Meisnest was Miss Emma 
Engelbrecht of Four Corners. She taught in the rural schools near Manitowoc at 
that time and Mr. Meisnest was also a teacher in country schools. For a number of 
years Mr. Meisnest conducted a general store at Branch but disposed of his interests 
there some months ago. He will resume teaching next fall, having secured the 
principalship of the Jefferson School in this city.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 5, 1923


GEORGE MEISNEST

George W. Meisnest, 80, of 841 North 15th street, lifelong resident of the 
city and county, died early today following a lingering illness.
He was born at Branch in 8165 and in 1896 married Miss Sarah K??ey. He was 
employed for many years in the shipping department of the Aluminum Goods 
company and has been retired in recent years. He was a member of the Holy 
Innocents church and the Holy Name society of that congregation.
Mrs. Meisnest died 12 years ago. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. A. J. G____ 
of this city; three brothers, Frank and Charles of this city, Fred of Seattle, 
Wash.; two sisters, Elizabeth and Mrs. Louis Bleser of Manitowoc; three grand-
children and one great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Friday at the Shimek and Schwartz 
funeral home and at 9 o’clock at the Holy Innocents church, the Rev. E. A. 
Radey officiating. Owing to the funeral services, there will be change of 
masses at the church Friday. Communion will be distributed at 6 a.m., a high 
mass at 7 a.m. and the funeral mass at 9 a.m. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday. The rosary 
will be recited at the funeral home at 8 p.m. Thursday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 1, 1945  P. 2
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[d. 08-03-1945/age 80 yrs.]


OLIVE MEISNEST

Death of Woman First Manitowoc Fatality in ’66.
Manitowoc recorded its first traffic fatality of 1966 Friday with the death 
of an elderly Manitowoc woman who sustained severe head injuries in a two-car 
accident at 10:54 a.m. at the intersection of S. 21st and Franklin streets.
The victim, Mrs. Charles (Live) Meisnest, 87, of 845 N. 14th St., was a passenger 
in a car driven by Mrs. Martha Fey, 77, of 2221 Markham St. Mrs. Meisnest was 
thrown from the car upon impact and pinned beneath the right rear wheel. She was 
rushed to Holy Family Hospital by the Manitowoc Ambulance Service where she died 
about 1:25 p.m….
Mrs. Meisnest was the former Olive Bleser and was born Feb. 11, 1879, at Francis 
Creek, daughter of the late Adam and Mary Wiesner Bleser. She was married to Mr. 
Meisnest at Manitowoc Aug. 21, 1906. Her husband, who preceded her in death in 
1957, was a Manitowoc school teacher for 50 years, county superintendent of 
schools, and had been principal of McKinley School. She was a member of the 
Christian Mothers Altar Society.
Funeral Monday 
She is survived by a son, Carl, of Wisconsin Rapids; two daughters, Mrs. E. Robert 
(Doris) Erickson, of Marinette and Mrs. James (Grace) Daily, of Manitowoc; a brother, 
Louis and two sisters, Mrs. Frank Hall and Mrs. Nic Fey, all of Manitowoc, and three 
grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home and 
at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. E.A. Radey will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where at 6:30 p.m. the CMA 
Society will recite the Rosary.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 1, 1966  P. 1
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[d. 9-30-1966/age 87 yrs/widow of Charles W. Meisnest]
(11 Feb. 1879/Oct. 1966/SSDI)



SARAH MEISNEST

FUNERAL WILL BE TOMORROW
Mrs. Sarah Meisnest Dies at Home Saturday
Mrs. Sarah meisnest, 62, wife of George Meisnest, 841 North 15th street, died 
Saturday evening at the home. The deceased had been in failing health for 
several weeks. Maiden name of the deceased was Sarah Kealey. She was born 62 
years ago in the town of Kossuth. She was married there to George Meisnest and 
for several years had resided here. Survivors are the husband, one daughter, 
Mrs. Arthur Gruber, city, two grandchildren, Betty Jane and Mary Lou Gruber, 
a brother, Charles, city and two sisters, Mrs. Florian Kunz, city, and Miss 
Clara Kealey, Dousman, Wis. The deceased was a member of the Altar society of 
the Holy Innocents parish. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 8:30am from 
the home and at 9 am from the Holy Innocents church with interment at Evergreen 
cemetery. The remains were removed to the home today from the Shimek and Schwartz 
funeral home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times April 3, 1933, p.2
********
[bur. 04-04-1933/age 62 yrs./cause: cerebral hemorrhage/
wife of George G. Meisnest aka Meistnest]


CARL FR. MEISSNER

Name: Meissner, Carl Fr.
D.: 10/26/1877
B.: 12/13/1876
Reg. D.: 12/27/1877
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 10 Mo. 14 Da.
B.P.:
D.P.:
Cem.:
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. F. Pieper
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death: Cramps
Pg. #: 245
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[Burial register has buried the child of Mrs. Meisner Fri Gr $1]


DONALD C. MEISSNER

Donald C. Meissner, age 73, of 1514 Torrison Dr., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
on Thursday afternoon, January 20, 2000, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, 
Manitowoc.
Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 26, 2000, at Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church. Rev. Matt Simonar will officiate with burial of his 
cremated remains to follow in Evergreen Cemetery. Military Graveside Services 
will be accorded by V.F.W. Post 3659.
Donald was born June 3, 1926, in Manitowoc, son of Margaret Wuellner Meissner and 
the late Rudolph Meissner. He graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School in 1944. 
Donald was a World War II veteran serving in the United States Marine Corp. from 
1944 to 1946. Don worked for the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Co. for 25 years, retiring 
in 1988. In the past Don played football for the Manitowoc Chiefs Football Club and 
was honored in the Manitowoc Chiefs Hall of Fame. On December 29, 1957, he was 
married to Reta A. Williamson, at Manitowoc. He was a member of Holy Innocents 
Catholic Church, Otto Oas V.F.W. Post 3659 of Manitowoc and Manitowoc Eagles Aerie 
#706 of Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Reta, Manitowoc; his mother, Margaret Meissner, Manitowoc; 
one daughter and son-in-law, Debra (Don) Watts, Milwaukee; three grandsons, Alex, 
Chris, and Mike Reno, and the grandchildren’s father, Lee Reno, Manitowoc; one 
brother and sister-in-law, Russell (Dori) Meissner, Manitowoc one sister and two 
brothers-in-law, Bette (Russell) Krueger, Manitowoc, Jack Schaff, Manitowoc; nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends survive. Don was preceded in death by one brother, 
Gerald during World War II, in 1945, and one sister, Charlotte Schaff.
Relatives and friends may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church on Wednesday from 
10 to 11 a.m.
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc is serving the family.
Herald Time Reporter, January 23, 2000  P. A2
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[cremation]


FRANK R. MEISSNER

Frank R. Meissner, 69, of 1801 Horseshoe Dr., Manitowoc, died late Monday 
afternoon July 30, in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in Pfeffer Funeral Home. The Rev. 
Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Meissner was born March 31, 1910, in Manitowoc, son of the late Fred and 
Elizabeth Peters Meissner. He married Viola Parperschke Sept. 22, 1932, in 
Waukegan, Ill.
Survivors include his wife, Viola, three grandchildren, Susan, Cynthia and 
William and two great grandchildren, Jeffery and Aaron.
Friends may call in Pfeffer Funeral Home Wednesday morning until the time of 
service.
Herald Times Reporter, July 31, 1979 P. 3


HENRY W. MEISSNER

Henry W. Meissner, 84, of 520 E. Reed Ave., Manitowoc, died Nov. 30, 1982, at 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Glenn Unke will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Meissner was born Sept. 10, 1898, in the Town of Two Rivers, son of the 
late Rudolph and Emma Meissner. In his younger years he worked for Clark Oil 
Company, Manitowoc. Then, in 1949, he organized Lake Park Oil Inc., which he 
owned and operated until 1968. He currently was employed part time by the 
Manitowoc Y.M.C.A. He married Libby Jindra, Dec. 27, 1921, at Manitowoc. She 
preceded him in death Dec. 16, 1974. Mr. Meissner was a member of Immanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, and a past member of the Men's Club of the church 
and the Manitowoc Kiwanis Club.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, William H. and Marilee Meissner of 
Plantation, Fla.; a grandson and his wife, Jay P. and Karen Meissner of Atlanta, 
Ga.; three brothers and two sisters, Roland Meissner, and Clarence and Eva 
Meissner of Manitowoc, and Wilmer and Joyce Meissner of Shoto; two sisters and 
brothers-in-law, Esther and Elmer Neubert of Manitowoc, and Evelyn and Reuben 
Glihsmann of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., other relatives and friends. He was preceded 
in death by four brothers, Edwin, Charles, Rudolph and Harvey, and a sister, 
Arline.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Sunday and from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday, and at the church from 11:30 a.m. 
until the time of services. Memorials are appreciated to Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran Church or the Manitowoc Y.M.C.A.
Herald Times Reporter, January 7, 1983 P. 3


JOACHIM MEISSNER

Name: Meissner, Joachim
D.: 6/26/1877
B.:
Reg. D.: 12/27/1877
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 50 Yrs. 2 Mo. 20 Da.
B.P.: Germany
D.P.:
Cem.:
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. F. Pieper
Spouse: Wilhelmine Meissner
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death: Consumption
Pg. #: v.1 p.240
[Burial register has buried Mr. Meissner from Rapitz friegrount $2.50]


LIBBY MEISSNER

Mrs. Henry (Libby) Meissner, 73, of 450 E. Reed Ave., Manitowoc, died Monday 
evening at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Glenn Unke will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Meissner, nee Libby Jindra, was born Nov. 29, 1901, in the Town of Mishicot, 
daughter of the late Wencil and Rose Youra Jindra. She was educated in Mishicot 
area schools. She was married to Henry Meissner Dec. 27, 192, at Manitowoc. She 
was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include her husband, a son, William, of Miami, Fla., a sister, Mrs. 
Mame Bugler, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, and a grandson, Jay Meissner. A grandson, 
Steven, preceded her in death in July of 1971. 
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday 
and at the church from 11 a.m. Thursday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, December 17, 1974   P. 3
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[wife of Henry W. Meissner]


MARGARET MEISSNER

Mrs. Rudolph (Margaret) Meissner, age 97, of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, 
formerly of 715 North 8 Street, Manitowoc, passed away Saturday evening at the 
Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church 
with Rev. David Hoffman officiating the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial will 
take place at Evergreen Cemetery.
Margaret was born July 10, 1905 at Mishicot, Wisconsin. Her parents were the 
late George and Mary Staddler Wuellner. She married Rudolph Meissner on January 1, 
1923, in Manitowoc. Rudolph preceded her in death in 1970.
She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church for many years.
Her surviving family included a son and daughter-in-law: Russel (Doris) Meissner, 
Manitowoc; daughter and son-in-law Elizabeth "Bette" (Russell) Krueger, Manitowoc; 
daughter-in-law Rita Meissner, Manitowoc; son-in-law John Schaff, Manitowoc; two 
sister (sic): Florence Kerscher, Green Bay; Mary Johnson, Manitowoc; three sisters-
in-law Elsie Wuellner, Two Rivers; Linda Wuellner, Manitowoc; Hilda Wuellner, 
Manitowoc; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; three great great-grandchildren; 
along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; husband: Rudolph, in 1970; son: Gerald, killed 
in combat in World War II; daughter: Charlotte Schaff; son: Donald Meissner; along 
with four brothers: Alvin; George; Clarence; and Cyril Wuellner.
Friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until 
the time of service at 11 a.m.
The Harrigan Parkside Home and Cremation Center, 628 North Water Street, Manitowoc, 
is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 9, 2002 P. A3


NONA JUNE MEISSNER    (d. 1949)

Nona June Meissner, week old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Meissner 
of S-8-R Custerdale, died Wednesday at Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services were held at 1:45 p.m. today at the Pfeffer funeral 
home and at 2 p.m. at St. Paul Catholic church. The Rev. Martin Jackels 
officiated with burial in Evergreen cemetery.
Survivors are the parents; three sisters (Survivors omitted for privacy.); 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Roland Meissner and Mrs. Jo Archambault.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, February 24, 1949 P.2


NONA JUNE MEISSNER    (d. 1977)

Miss Nona June Meissner, 16, of  770 E. Albert Dr., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 
a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Harold Berryman will 
officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Meissner was born June 16, 1960, at Manitowoc, daughter of Kenneth and 
Elaine Archambault Meissner. She was graduated from Woodrow Wilson Jr. High 
School and was a student in the Junior Class at Lincoln High School, 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Meissner, of Manitowoc; two 
brothers, Bruce, of Manitowoc and Jeff, at home; six sisters, a twin sister, 
Nina Jean, at home; Deanna Chapleski; Mrs. Delvin (Linda) Benter and Tina Meissner, 
of Manitowoc, Mrs. Robert (Rita) Miller, of Green Bay and Gina Mae, at home; her 
paternal grandfather, Ronald Meissner Sr. of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, a special friend, 
Lee Holschbach, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday, where a prayer 
service will be at 7:30 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 23, 1977 P. 23  
*******
[Mar. 22, 1977/dau. of Kenneth A. Meissner]


RETA A. MEISSNER

Reta Anne Meissner, age 84 of 1514 Torrison Dr. Manitowoc died Thursday, 
January 31, 2013 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Reta was born October 18, 1928 in Manitowoc, daughter of the Charles and Mildred 
Hansen Williamson. She attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the class 
of 1947 from Lincoln High School. On December 29, 1957 Reta married Donald C. 
Meissner in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death January 20, 2000. Reta worked at 
the Manitowoc Company for 33 years until her retirement. She was a member of St. 
Francis of Assisi Parish, and a past member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars 
Auxiliary. 
She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Deborah (Donald) Watts, Milwaukee: 
three grandsons, Alex (Nicole) Reno, Manitowoc; Chris Reno, Oshkosh; and Mike 
(Amber) Reno, Manitowoc: four great-grandchildren, Dylan, Damien, Alice, and 
Quintin: one sister-in-law, Doris Meissner, Manitowoc: nieces and nephews: father 
of the grandsons, Lee (Linda) Reno: their son, Chris (Melissa) Synon, and their 
daughters, Paige and Courtney. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald C. 
Meissner: brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 4, 2013 at St. 
Francis of Assisi Parish - Waldo Site. Rev. Richard Klingeisen will celebrate the 
Mass of Christian Burial. Burial of her cremated remains will follow at Evergreen 
Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Monday from 10:00 a.m. 
until the time of mass at 11:00 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc is assisting the Meissner family with funeral arrangements. 
Online condolences may be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 2, 2013 


ROBERT F. MEISSNER   (d. 1953)

Manitowoc Man Commits Suicide
MANITOWOC-A 21-year-old Manitowoc man, despondent after a fight with 
his girl, hung himself in the basement of her home Tuesday.
He was Robert F. Meissner, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank R. Meissner of 
1313A Washington St.
The body was found at 6 a.m. Tuesday by Miss Irene Kott, in the basement 
of 1803 Washington St.
Miss Kott told police she had noticed a peculiar odor from the basement 
as she left for work, and saw the body when she looked in the basement.
Teitgen Rules 'Suicide'
Dr. Theodore Teitgen, Manitowoc County cornoner, ruled the death suicide, 
and said there would be no inquest.
Meissner had been dead since about 1 a.m., Dr. Teitgen said. Miss Kott 
said she heard noises in the basement at that time, but went to bed when 
they quieted down.
According to Meissner's girl friend, 18, who also lives in the house, the 
couple had been to the beach Monday afternoon and had a fight.
She said she had left Meissner when he threw some pop bottles into the 
lake. Later in the day, Meissner tried to see the girl at her home, but 
was refused admittance.
Wash-Line Used
Monday evening, Meissner reportedly told a member of his family that he 
wouldn't "have any more trouble with girls."
His body was found in one part of the basement, with a wash-line stretched 
from the neck into another room and anchored around a chair.
Funeral services for Meissner will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen cemetery.
He was born in Manitowoc in 1932, attended the public schools and was 
graduated from Lincoln High School in 1951. He had been employed at the 
Manitowoc Equipment Works.
Survivors are the parents; a sister (private), at home; and grandparents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Otto Perschke of Philipps, Wis.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, June 2, 1953 P.15
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[d. 06-02-1953/age 21 yrs./bur. on Frank Meissner lot]


RUDOLPH A. MEISSNER

Funeral services for Rudolph Meissner, 66, of 715 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc, 
who died Wednesday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday 
at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Glenn Unke will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Meissner wsa born Jan. 18, 1903, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Rudolph 
and Emma Zeddies Meissner Sr. He worked 33 years for Kingsbury breweries until 
retirement in 1967. He was a member of the Malsters and Brewers Union.
he married Margaret Wuellner Feb. 5, 1923, at Mishicot and the couple located at 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include the wife; two sons, Donald and Russell of Manitowoc; two daughters, 
Mrs. John (Catherine) Schaff and Mrs. Russell (Bette) Krueger of Manitowoc; six 
brothers, Harvey, Edwin, Roland, Henry and Wilmer of Manitowoc and Clarence of Cudahy; 
two sisters, Mrs. Elmer Neubert of Manitowoc and Mrs. Rudy Glishmann of Fort 
Lauderdale, Fla.; and 12 grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral, Manitowoc, until Friday noon and 
then at the church until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 16, 1969  P. 28 
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[bur. on Margaret Meissner lot]


VIOLA I. MEISSNER

Viola Meissner, 76, former Manitowoc resident, died early Friday morning, 
March 20, 1987 at Chilton Village Nursing Home, Chilton, Wisconsin. Funeral 
services will be 1:30 pm Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home. Major David Biggs 
of the Salvation Army will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Meissner, nee Viola Parperschke, was born December 8, 1910 at Chicago, 
Illinois. She married Frank R. Meissner on September 22, 1932 at Waukegan, 
Illinois. He preceded her in death July 30, 1979.
Survivors include three grandchildren, Cynthia Grapentine of Chilton, Wisconsin, 
Susan Wilcox of Potter, Wisconsin and William Hendrickson of Chilton, Wisconsin 
and three great grandchildren, Jeffery, Aaron and Amanda. 
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc from 10 am Saturday morning 
until the hour of service. There will be no Friday evening visitation at the 
funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., March 20, 1987 page 18
*******
[d. at Chilton WI/widow of Frank R. Meissner]


ARTHUR W. MEISTER  (d. 1951)

Arthur W. Meister, 58, of 917 South 24th street, Manitowoc, who worked 
for the North Western railroad for nearly 40 years, died Thursday evening 
at Holy Family hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Pfeffer funeral 
home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss of the St. John Evangelical 
church, officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Meister was born in 1892 in Algoma and came to Manitowoc with his 
parents when he was a boy. In 1914 he married Regina Lang, who survives 
with four daughters, Mrs. Theodore Kraemer, Mrs. Edward Fargo and Mrs. 
Alfred Stasiek of Manitowoc and Miss Germaine at home; son, Arthur of 
Manitowoc; sister, Mrs. Mollie Cootway of Detroit, Mich.; and nine 
grandchildren.
Mr. Meister was the night yard master for the Chicago and North Western 
railroad in Manitowoc. He was a member of the Brotherhood of Railroad 
and Trainmen; American Supervisors association; and the Fraternal Order 
of Eagles.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday until time of 
services on Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, January 12, 1951 P. 12
*********
[d. 01-11-1951/age 58 yrs.]


ARTHUR J. MEISTER    (d. 1990)

Arthur J. Meister, 74, of 1133 S. 24th Street, Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Tuesday morning, December 4, 1990 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be 11:30 am Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home. Deacon William 
Klein will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born February 8, 1916 at Manitowoc, son of the late Arthur and Regina Lang 
Meister. He resided in Manitowoc all of his life and attended Manitowoc Schools. 
He married the former Edna Mae Kamm on September 11, 1967 at Las Vegas, Nevada. 
Prior to his retirement in January of 1976, he had been employed as a Switchman 
with the Chicago Northwestern Railroad for 35 years. Mr. Meister was a 45 year 
member of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen.
Survivors include his wife, Edna Mae; two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and 
Kathleen Meister, Gerald and Darlene Meister; a daughter, Barbara Kline; three 
sisters, Mrs. Ted (Lucille) Kraemer, Mrs. Vivian Fargo, Mrs. Sam (Germaine) Hall, 
all of Manitowoc; eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren also survive. 
He was preceded in death by a sister, Jane Stasiek, two brothers-in-law, Edward 
Fargo and Alfred Stasick.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 4 pm to 8 pm Thursday. Prayer service 
will be held at 7:30 pm by Deacon William Klein.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Dec. 5, 1990 page B8
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[husband of Edna Mae E. Meister]


BERTHA (MEYER) MEISTER

DEATH COMES TO END ILLNESS MANY MONTHS 
Death claimed Mrs. Otto Meister, a well known south side resident Tuesday at 
the hospital where she has been a patient for several weeks, Mrs. Meister’s 
death being due to a lingering illness which an operation failed to stay in 
its progress. The body was removed to the family home on So. Fifteenth street 
and funeral services will be held Friday at 2 o’clock.
Mrs. Meister was born in this city 41 years ago and had always made her home 
here. She was married in 1891 and is survived by her husband, one son Edgar 
and a daughter Margaret. Her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Meyer, a sister, Mrs. 
Kleman and a brother UJ.. Meyer also survive.
Mrs. Meister was a communicant of the Lutheran church and funeral services 
will be conducted by Rev. Machmiller.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, January 15, 1913  P. 1
*******
[bur. 01-17-1913/cause: carcimonia of pelvic organs/bur. on Fred Meyer lot]


CARL MEISTER

CARL MEISTER STRICKEN BY HEART FAILURE
Death Comes to York Street Man 15 Minutes After Attack
Carl Meister, residing at 810 York street, died suddenly Saturday 
night at his home, following an attack of heart failure. Mr. Meister 
had not been well during the day but was about the house and his 
condition caused no alarm. During the evening he suffered the heart 
attack and died fifteen minutes later.
Decedent was a native of Germany and came here from Algoma ten years 
ago. He is survived by a widow, two sons, Arthur and Harold, and one 
daughter, Mrs. T. Cootway, Jr.
The funeral will be held from the home at 1:30 and from the Lutheran 
church at 2 o'clock tomorrow.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, May 8, 1916 P.8
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[bur. 05-09-1916/cause: acute myoccarditis/bur. on Mrs. Carl Meister lot]


FRIEDRICH MEISTER

From the Files of the Pilot - Forty-Nine years ago - 1869
Fatal Accident
On Monday last a German named Meister was kicked in the stomach by a horse 
belonging to Mr. Carl Frickle from the effects of which he died on Monday. 
This is one of the saddest casualties which he have recorded for some time, 
as the deceased leaves a family in rather stringent circumstances. We are 
sure that substantial sympathies will be offered to the bereaved relatives 
and friends.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 26, 1918
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Name: Meister, Friedrich
D.: 9/22/1869
B.: 10/10/1845
Reg. D.: 10/5/1869
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 23 Yrs. 11 Mo. 12 Da.
B.P.: Prussia
D.P.: Mtwc.
Cem.: Evergreen
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: M. H. Quehl
Spouse: Aususte Thiele
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death: Accident
Add Info.: Teamster
Pg. #: v.1 p.68 and v.6 p.221 (2 entries)
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Friedrich Meister
birth: 10 October 1845 Prussia
death: 22 September 1900 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1900 Manitowoc, Wis.
spouse: Karoline Thiele
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
(Note: The d. date is wrong on this record/if he was 23 when
he died, that puts the d. date at 1868/1869 like the county
record and cemetery record shows)
*************
[bur. 09-24-1869]
(Friedrich Meister/of Steindorf, Prov. Posen, Kgr. Preussen/b. 10 Oct. 1845/
d. 22 Sept. 1869/from First German Evangelical Lutheran Church records 1856-1874)


GUSIE MEISTER

From Der Nord Westen, 07 Feb. 1901:
A child of Otto Meister died Thurs. last week a few hours after birth.
********
Gussie Carman Meister
birth: 31 January 1901 Manitowoc
death: 31 January 1901 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1901 Manitowoc
father: Otto Meister
mother: Bertha Meyers
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
********
[Gusie Meister/bur. 02-01-1901/age 6 hrs./female]
(birth record: Gussie Meister, b: 31 Jan 1901, Reel: 0121, Record: 001003/from
microfiche births on this site)


IDA MEISTER

Mrs. Ida Meister, 76, of 2306 Washington street, died Saturday evening after 
an illness of one week.
Funeral serivces will be held from the Pfeffer funeral home Tuesday afternoon 
at 2:30 o'clock with the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Interment will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Meister, nee Ida Janke, was born in Germany on March 30, 1867 and was 
married there 53 years ago to Carl Meister. The couple came to this country 
50 years ago. Mr. Meister died 27 years ago.
Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Mollie Cootway of Detroit, Mich.; two sons, 
Arthur of this city with whom she had been making her home, and Harold of San 
Francisco, Cal.; one sister, Mrs. Julius Wunch of Algoma; eight grandchildren; 
and five great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the time of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, July 12, 1943 P. 2
*******
[d. 07-10-1943/age 76 yrs./cause: myocarditis/widow of Carl Meister]


OTTO F. MEISTER

HAND INJURED, BLOOD POISONING DEVELOPS
Otto Meister, Employee of Rahr Plant, in Danger
Blood poisoning which developed from an injury to his hand which 
he suffered some time ago, threatens to prove serious for Otto 
Meister, an employee of the William Rahr Sons’ company plant who 
is a patient at the hospital. Mr. Meister’s condition was reported 
to be serious today but it was said that he had a chance for recovery. 
Mr. Meister had his hand torn and badly crushed while at his work a 
short time ago and the injury did not heal and later developed into 
blood poisoning.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, March 25, 1915, Page 8
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INJURY TO HAND TEN DAYS AGO DEVELOPS BLOOD POISONING AND 
DEATH IS THE RESULT
Otto F. Meister Dies at Hospital when Blood Poisoning Follows 
from Injury to Thumb—Suffered Agonies
Blood poisoning which developed from a cut on the thumb and which 
for a week subjected him to agonized sufferings caused the death 
at the hospital Sunday of Otto F. Meister, the death of Mr. Meister 
occurring late yesterday afternoon. During the day it became apparent 
that there was no hope, though a second operation was performed in 
an effort to save the patient’s life. Mr. Meister was employed as a 
fireman at the plant of the Wm. Rahr Sons company and while at work 
ten days ago injured his thumb, a gash being cut in the flesh. No 
attention was paid the injury, which was considered slight but 
infection set in and a few days ago it was necessary to remove Mr. 
Meister to the hospital where his condition had grown steadily worse. 
Deceased was 49 years of age, having been born in this city March 23, 
1866. His wife died two years ago and Mr. Meister is survived by two 
children, Edgar and Margaret and by one grandchild, Paul Meister. 
His mother, Mrs. Ehrenreich, South Fourteenth street, and brother in 
Oregon, also survive. 
The funeral of Mr. Meister will be held from the late home, South 
Fifteenth street, Wednesday at 2 o’clock, Rev. Machmiller officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, March 29, 1915, Page 1
********
[bur. 31 Mar. 1915/cause: septicimma]
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DAUGHTER OF OTTO MEISTER IS AWARDED $3000 BY STATE BOARD 
FOR FATHER'S DEATH
Estate of Employe of Rahr Sons Co., who Died from Scratch on Hand, 
to Receive Amount Under Compensation Act, but Appeal will be Taken
A decision handed down by the Wisconsin Industrial commission today 
awards $3,000 to the estate of the late Otto Meister, former employe 
of the William Rahr Sons company who died several months ago as 
result of blood poisoning which he developed from an injury to his 
hand while he was employed in the plant of the company. Under the 
decision of the commission, if the amount is paid in a lump sum at 
this time, the award is ent (sic) to $2,815.
Following the death of Mr. Meister, claim for compensation under the 
industrial act was filed by Fred Carus, administrator of the estate 
for Miss Margaret Meister, orphaned daughter of the dead man and the 
case has been pending for some time, the decision having been held up 
since last September. Hearings were held here by the Industrial 
commission, Kelly & Ledvina appearing for the estate and Nash & Nash 
for the Rahr Sons' company.
Meister's injury was a small scratch on the hand which later developed 
into blood poisoning and he was forced to go to the hospital where his 
condition became serious and after lingering for some time, he died. 
Meister's wife died only a short time before his demise.
Records of the Industrial Commission in the Meister case are said to 
have been the largest of any case ever filed with the Commission.
The Rahr Sons Company in the hearing in defense of the claim contended 
that Meister's death, which resulted from blood poisoning, was not due 
to an injury which he received while at work in the plant in his regular 
course of occupation, maintaining that the man was injured outside the 
plant. It was claimed that there was no evidence to establish where the 
injury occurred and that therefore the company was not liable. The State 
commission however holds that the injury was received while Meister was 
at work.
Notice of appeal from the decision will be filed by the Rahr Sons Co., 
it was announced today. The company it is said, will contest on the 
grounds that the place of injury was not determined. No objection is 
made to the amount of the award which, if the company is held liable, 
is fixed by law.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, March 23, 1916 P.1


PAUL MEISTER

TRAGEDY ENDS PLAY OF LITTLE PAUL MEISTER, THE SON OF FORMER LOCAL RESIDENT
Tragedy ended the happy play of little Paul Meister, son of Mr. and 
Mrs. Edgar Meister, at Chicago, when the little fellow, searching for 
a lost ball in the house, lighted a match which set fire to the night 
gown which he wore and before the flames could be extinguished they 
had burned the little body and so shocked the nerve system that death 
resulted a few hours later. The body accompanied by the bereaved parents 
arrived here and the funeral will be held from the home of Mr. and Mrs. 
Meyer, 1018 South Fifteenth street, tomorrow. 
Little Paul who was four years of age, was playing about the bathroom 
of the home in Chicago when the ball, which he was rolling over the 
floor disappeared under the bath tub and unable to locate it, the child 
secured a match to aid in his search. Cries of the little one brought 
the mother to his aid and the flames were smothered but too late to save 
the child. He died at a Chicago hospital the same evening. Mrs. Meister 
was Miss Lillian Houghton, daughter of Mrs. George Houghton, of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, April 02, 1919 Page 8
********
[cause: burns/bur. on Otto Meister lot]


REGINA C. MEISTER

Regina C. Meister, 92, of 917 S. 24th St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning, 
April 16, 1990, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Rev. 
Ronald Reimer will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born Regina Catherine Lang, May 28, 1897, in the Town of Centerville, 
Manitowoc County, daughter of the late John and Rose Kohn Lang. She married 
Arthur W. Meister, June 20, 1914, in  Manitowoc. He preceded her in death 
January 11, 1951. She was a member and past officer of the Germania Society, 
also a member and past President of the Ladies Auxiliary Fraternal Order of 
Eagles 706 and also the Senior Citizens of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. this Tuesday and 
also from 9 a.m. until the time of services on Wednesday. The Ladies Auxiliary 
of the Fraternal Order of Eagles will have a Memorial Service this Tuesday 
evening at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
*********
[widow of Arthur Meister]


AUGUST MEISTNER

A sailor named August Meister died at the Holy Family hospital 
last evening having been taken there the day before. Relatives 
are expected here today to take charge of the remains.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, January 23, 1918, Page 3
********
William Ewert of Chicago is in the city. He came up to take charge of the funeral 
preparations of his brother-in-law, August Meistner, the sailor, who died at the 
Holy Family Hospital yesterday after a short illness of only twenty-four hours. 
The interment of the body took place at Evergreen Cemetery this afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Jan. 25, 1918 page 2
********
[cause: lobar pneumonia]


ANTHONY MELCHER

Senator’s father dies at 88
HELENA —
Funeral services are scheduled Saturday in Minneapolis for Anthony Melcher, 
father of Sen. John Melcher, D-Mont.
The senator’s 88-year-old father died Wednesday in a Minneapolis hospital after 
suffering a cardiac arrest.
Anthony Melcher was born in 1896 in Ashton, Iowa. He represented various 
industrial supply firms during his working years, the senator said.
Survivors include his wife, Edwina, sons John of Montana and Bob and Tom of 
Minneapolis; a daughter, Virginia DiNovis, of Rochester, N.Y., and several 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Missoulian, Missoula, Montana, May 11, 1985  P. 7
*********
[d. at Edina, MN/cremains/husband of Edwina Melcher/bur. on Albert H. Dummer lot]


EDWINA MELCHER

Edwina, age 81, of S. Mpls. Preceded by husband, Anthony M. Melcher. Survived by 
sons, Robert R., Buffalo, Senator John, Wash., DC, Thomas J., Mtka. (sic); 
daughter, Mrs. Gregory (Virginia) DiNovis, Fairport, NY; 16 grandchildren, 10 
great –grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 10 am Church of the 
Annunciation, 54th & Harriet S. Interment Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, WI. 
Visitation Wed. 5-9 pm Gill brothers (Southwest) Chapel, 5801 Lyndale Ave., S. 
Prayer Service, 8 pm. Memorials may be directed to American Heart Assoc.
Star Tribune, Minneapolis, Minnesota, April 23, 1986  P. 6B
*******
[d. at Edina MN/cremains/widow of Anthony Melcher]


GEO. MELCHERT

George Melchert, 48, former member of the Manitowoc fire department, died suddenly 
at his home, 26th street and Silver Spring Drive in Milwaukee yesterday. He had 
returned home from his employment in the Milwaukee road shops and complained of 
a pain in his chest. He died while his wife was out of the room summoning a 
physician.
Mr. Melchert was born in Neenah in 1892 and came here when a young man. He served 
as a city fireman here from April, 1912, to December, 1917. He had been located 
in Milwaukee for many years.
In 1937 he married Erna Schrubbe Nagler of Milwaukee. She survives with a step-son, 
Eugene Nagler, of Milwaukee; sister, Mrs. Kendal Healthinstone, of Ewinz, Kan.; and 
a nephew, Earl Melchert of Two Rivers.
The body is at the Harder funeral home 4217 West Fond du Lac avenue, Milwaukee. It 
will be brought to Manitowoc Monday and services are expected to be held the (sic) 
chapel of Evergreen cemetery in the afternoon.
Details of the services here will be announced Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, March 13, 1942 P.2
**********
Funeral services for George Melchert, 48, former city fireman who died suddenly 
in Milwaukee Thursday, will be held Monday at 2 p.m. from the chapel at Evergreen 
cemetery. The body will arrive here Monday morning at 11 o'clock and may be viewed 
until the hour of services.
His survivors include the widow, step-son, and a sister, Mrs. Kendell Healthinstene, 
of Ewing, Ky.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, March 14, 1942 P.4
*********
[George/d. 03-12-1942 at Milwaukee, WI/age 49 yrs.]


IDA MELCHERT

DIES AT HOME IN MILWAUKEE
Mrs. George Melchert, Former Local Woman, Was 42
Messages received here today told of the death last night at Milwaukee 
of Mrs. Goerge Melchert, 42, a former resident of Manitowoc. She had 
been ill since September.
The body will be brought here tonight on the limited train and funeral 
services will be held Saturday afternoon from the Shimek and Schwartz 
funeral parlors. Interment will be at Evergreen cemetery.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Ida Witt, was born in Appleton in 
1892. She later located in Manitowoc and was married 20 years ago to 
George Melchert of this city. Mr. Melchert was for years a member of 
the Manitowoc fire department.
Five years ago Mr. and Mrs. Melchert moved to Milwaukee, where he has 
been employed as a welder.
Survivors are the widower; father, Charles Witt, Appleton; a sister, 
Mrs. Harold Christiansen, city; and two brothers, Arnold and Orville, 
both of Appleton.
The body may be viewed at the Shimek and Schwartz funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, January 24, 1935 P.2
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[bur. 01-26-1935/d. at Milwaukee, WI/age 42 yrs./cause: generalized 
carcinoma/bur. on George Melchert lot]


ARTHUR BRYANT MELENDY

Death Tues. morning of Mr. A.B. Melendy from pneumonia following an illness 
of only a few days. Mr. Melendy was born 11 Dec. 1850 in Milwaukee and came 
to Manitowoc about 27 yrs. ago where he has been a resident ever since. For 
many years he operated a photography business in the company of Mr. A.J. 
Packard under the firm name Melendy & Packard. He left that firm in 1899 and 
established his own gallery in the new Metropolitan Block. While photographing 
the ruins of the Wood Buildings he caught a cold which turned into pneumonia 
and took his life. He leaves a widow and 7 children as well as a sorrowing 
mother who resides in Sheboygan Falls, plus several sisters. The funeral will 
take place this afternoon at 2 p.m.
Der Nord Westen, 06 Feb. 1902
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[bur. 02-04-1902/cause: pneumonia]


CLARA PEARL MELENDY

Melendy.-In the city of Manitowoc, May 18th, 1877, of scarlet fever, Clara Pearl, 
daughter of A.B. and L.G. Melendy, aged two years and eleven days.
Gone to gather pearls on the margin of the "the beautiful river," and rest on the 
bosom of Him who hath said: "Suffer the little children and forbid them not to 
come unto Me, for of such is the Kingdom of Heaven."
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, June 14, 1877 P. 3
******
A little child of Mr. Melendy, the photographer, was buried on Saturday.
Manitowoc Tribune - Thurs., May 24, 1877 


EDWARD I. MELENDY

Edward I. Melendy, 68, former photographer in this city and son of a pioneer 
Manitowoc resident, died Thursday afternoon at Columbia hospital, Milwaukee, 
where he had been a patient for several weeks.
In recent years he has made his home with a son, Arlo, of 5555 Santa Monica 
boulevard, in Milwaukee. 
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home, the Rev C. H. Phipps officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Melendy was born in the town of Lima, Sheboygan county, in 1873, and when 
a boy accompanied his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Melendy to Manitowoc. His 
father formed a partnership with Jay Packade, operating a photograph studio 
in the city. Later his father established a studio on North Eighth street above 
the Urbanek and Wattawa furniture store.
On the death of his father in 1901, Edward Melendy, took over the business, 
which he operated until 1908. Leaving the city he was employed at a number of 
positions in connection with photographic and studio work in the state and 
middle west.
Survivors are the son, Arlo, of Milwaukee; three sisters, Mrs. Charles Schuetz 
of Waukesha, M. Grover Meyer of Pewaukee, Mrs. Charles Barnes of Waukegan, Ill.; 
three brothers, Percy of this city, S.W. Melendy of Waukesha, Arthur of Joliet, 
Ill; and two grandchildren, June and Bryant Melendy of Milwaukee.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the hour of the services 
Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 7, 1941   P. 2
*******
[Edward I./d. 11-06-1941 at Milwaukee, WI/age 68 yrs./
cause: neoplasm of both lungs]
(Note: Tombstone has incorrect d. year)


ELIZABETH G. MELENDY

MRS. MELENDY, RESIDENT HERE 40 YEARS, DIES
Many friends were sadly shocked yesterday when messages reached the city 
announcing the death of Mrs. A. B. Melendy, an old resident of the city, which 
occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Grover Meyers, at Milwaukee, Mrs. 
Melendy having made her home there for a year past. Mrs. Melendy’s health had 
been failing for some time but her condition became serious only two weeks ago 
since which time she had failed rapidly. Death occurred at 3:30 yesterday.
Mrs. Melendy was the widow of A.B. Melendy for years a leading photographer of 
the city who preceded her in death nineteen years ago. Up to a year ago she 
continued her residence here and then removed to Milwaukee to make her home with 
her daughter. 
Mrs. Melendy was born at Utica, N.Y., April 18, seventy years ago. The family 
located at Appleton where Mrs. Melendy taught school previous to her marriage 
and came here in the early 70’s and continued her residence in the city for more 
than forty years, surrounding herself with a large circle of sincere friends.
BRING BODY HERE 
Four sons and three daughters survive Mrs. Melendy, being Edward of Milwaukee, 
Arthur of Evanston, Percy and Warren of this city, Mrs. Charles Schuetze of 
Waukesha, Mrs. Grover Meyers of Milwaukee and Mrs. Libbie Dempsey of this city. 
Seven grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Patrick McIlhone of Appleton also survive.
The remains of Mrs. Melendy will be brought here for burial and funeral services 
will be held at the chapel at Evergreen Thursday afternoon at 2:45, it having 
been the wish of Mrs. Melendy that the funeral be a simple service. Four 
grandsons will act as pall bearers, James Dempsey Jr. of this city, Ellsworth 
and Russell Scheutze of Waukesha and Arlo Melendy of Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Herald News, November 24, 1920  P. 5
********
Mrs. G. Liesen, of Milladore, Wis., Mark Melendy of Sheboygan Falls, Mrs. Pat 
Mellhone of Appleton, Guy and Queenie Melendy of Sheboygan Falls, Ed Melendy, 
Mr. and Mrs. Arlo Melendy, Mr. and Mrs. Grover Meyers of Milwaukee, Arthur 
Melendy of Evanston, Ill., Mr. and Mrs. Charles Schuetze, Ellsworth and Russel 
Schuetze of Waukesha, were here to attend the funeral of the late Mrs. A.B. 
Melendy held yesterday. The services were held at the chapel, fulfilling a 
request of Mrs. Melendy that the funeral be a simple one.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, November 26, 1920 P. 9
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[bur 11-25-1920/age 70 yrs/cause: carcinoma of bowels/bur on AB Melendy lot]


HENRY AND CELE MELENDY

Manitowoc Couple Dies in Smashup 
Vehicle Jumps Curb, Rams Bridge Support
Henry Melendy and Wife Suffer Skull Fractures 
Henry (Percy) Melendy, 7?, and his wife, Cele Wirtz Melendy, 67, 2710 Calumet 
Ave. were dead on arrival at Holy Family Hospital shortly after they had been 
involved in a one-car accident on the north approach to Tenth Street bridge 
in downtown Manitowoc at 10:12 p.m. Monday.
Death was attributed to massive skull fractures after their car traveled 395-1/2 
feet out of control and then crashed head-on into a bridge support and signal 
control tower. It brought the traffic death toll for Manitowoc for 1964 to a 
record 5. 
Retracing tire marks after listening to a witness’s story, police ascertained 
that the 1962 Buick station wagon had jumped the curb with one wheel near the 
Soo Line Depot at the insersection with Commercial Street, knocked over a 
railroad sign and returned to the road and then curved sharply right into the 
bridge standard.
Pinned Behind Wheel
Melendy was pinned behind the wheel and had to be extricated; his wife was 
catapulted under the dash. A blond cocker spaniel, a family pet, was also 
injured in the crash and at first refused to allow anyone to touch the injured 
persons. The dog was taken from the car with the dog catcher’s “come-along” and 
later was removed to a dog hospital by B.J. Halvorsen, a relative of the deceased.
According to Jeffrey Peck, 18, of 522 S. 31st St., who was in a car directly 
behind the Melendy’s, the driver, Mr. Melendy was unconscious and the car was out 
of control. Melendy is said to have been under treatment for a heart condition for 
some time and could possibly have suffered a seizure while driving, jamming the 
accelerator to the floor during the spasms.
Coroner Dr. Theodore Teitgen said there would be no inquest.
Clerk-Teller
Mrs. Melendy, the former Cele Wirtz, was a lifelong City of Manitowoc resident. 
She was born May 16, 1897, daughter of the late Edward and Mathilda Woerfel Wirtz. 
She attended St. Boniface Catholic and Manitowoc public schools and was married 
to Mr. Melendy Nov. 6, 1937, at St. Boniface Church.
She had been employed as a clerk-teller by Manitowoc Savings and Loan Assn. and 
was a member of Mystical Rose Circle, Daughters of Isabella, and St. Ann Christian 
Mothers Altar Society.
Surviving her are two brothers, Edward Wirtz, of Manitowoc and Clarence Wirtz, of 
Oshkosh.
Her husband was born Feb. 6, 1891, at Manitowoc, where he always resided, son of 
the late Arthur B. and Elizabeth Stuart Melendy. He had been employed by Manitowoc 
Shipbuilding Inc. as a shipfitter and lead man from 1912 until his retirement 
Aug. 5, 1960. Mr. Melendy had been a member of Manitowoc Elks Lodge No. 687 and 
Local 443 of the Boilermakers Union.
Joint Services 
He is survived by a sister residing in California.
Joint funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 
at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, The Rev. Alfred Pritzl 
(Turn to Page T1, Col. 5) Smashup (continued from Page 1) 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7:30 p.m. by members of St. Boniface Parish and at 8 p.m. by Daughters 
of Isabella.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 7, 1964  pp. 1, 14
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Rules Death Was Accidental
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Melendy of 2710 Calumet Ave., died as the result of an accident 
at 10:12 p.m. Monday, Dr. Theodore Teitgen, Manitowoc County coroner, has ruled.
His decision was announced following an autopsy Tuesday.
The accident was not induced as the result of a heart attack, he said, since the 
autopsy revealed Melendy, the driver of the car, had not been the victim of a 
coronary. It had been indicated Melendy had a heart condition and had been treated 
for such a condition prior to the accident.
“The ruling is accidental death.” Dr. Teitgen said Wednesday.
Mr. and Mrs. Melendy, 73 and 67, respectively, were dead on arrival at Holy Family 
Hospital, after their car crashed into the north approach to the 10th Street bridge. 
Funeral services for the couple will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church. The Rev. Alfred Pritzl will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 
o’clock this Wednesday evening by members of St. Boniface Parish and at 8 o’clock 
by Daughter of Isabella.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 8, 1964  P. 11
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(Henry Melendy/06 Feb 1891/Jul 1964/SSDI)


ANTON F. MELICHAR

Anton F. Melichar, 98, of 3702 S. 15th Street, Manitowoc, died Tuesday afternoon, 
October 13, 1987 at Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 
9:30 am Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 am at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. James Stamborski 
with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Melichar was born January 12, 1889 in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, son 
of the late Frank and Annie Wanek Melichar. He married the former Rose M. Cherney on 
May 30, 1911 at Stangelville, Wisconsin. The couple settled in the Manitowoc area 
after their marriage. She preceded him in death March 31, 1975. Mr. Melichar was a 
Blacksmith by trade and was also employed at Wisconsin Malting Company where he 
retired in 1954.
Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Albena and George Orth and Miss 
Mary Melichar; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Raymond Melichar and Richard and 
Delores Melichar, all of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren 
also survive. He was preceded in death by an infant son, a daughter, Viola Jensen, 
three sisters and four brothers.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral home, Manitowoc, from 5 pm to 8 pm this Wednesday. 
Prayer service will be held at 7 pm led by Father Stamborski.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Oct. 14, 1987 page 18
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[widower of Rose M. Melichar]


FRANK MELICHAR

Frank Melechor(sic), 72, of 1613 South 16th street, died Sunday afternoon 
at his home following a three months illness.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m., from the Shimek and 
Schwartz funeral home. Burial will be made in Evergreen cemetery. The body 
may be viewed at the funeral parlors at 7 o'clock tonight.
Mr. Melechor was born January 23, 1868 in Carlton, Kewaunee county. He 
married Nov. 21, 1893 to Verona Klemish, who survives him. Mr. Melechor 
operated a farm until 17 years ago, when he came to Manitowoc and was employed 
as a watchman at the Manitowoc Shipyards for the past 15 years.
Survivors besides the widow include one daughter, Mrs. William Thor of 
Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Wencel Paulu of California; a brohter, Joseph 
Melechor of Kewaunee, and one granddaughter.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 19, 1940 P.2
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[d. 02-18-1940/age 72 yrs./cause: cancer of larynx/bur. on Mrs. Frank Melichar lot]


RAYMOND A. MELICHAR

Raymond A. Melichar, age 83, died Monday, April 17, 2000, at the Manitowoc Health 
Care Center.
Funeral Services were held Wednesday, April 19, 2000, the Pfeffer Funeral Home. 
Officiating at the service was Deacon Robert Drobka, and burial took place at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Raymond was born June 340, 1916, in Zanders, Wis., son of the late Anton and 
Theresa Cherney Melichar. He graduated from Manitowoc High School, class of 1935.
Survivors include one brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Delores Melichar, 
Manitowoc; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Albena and George Orth, Manitowoc, 
Mary Melichar, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. 
He was preceded in death by a brother, Tony Melichar and a sister, Viola Jensen.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 20, 2000 P. A2


ROSE M. MELICHAR

Mrs. Anton F. Melichar, 85, of 3118 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died Monday after-
noon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 
a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. James R. Dewitt will 
officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Melichar, nee Rose T. Cherney, was born Aug. 12, 1889, at Stangelville, 
daughter of the late Wenzel and Margaret Resheger Cherney. She was married to 
Anton Melichar May 30, 1911, at Stangelville, settling at Manitowoc in 1923.
Survivors include her husband, two sons, Raymond and Richard, and two daughters, 
Mrs. George (Albena) Orth and Miss Mary Melichar, of Manitowoc, seven grand-
children and eight great grandchildren. A son, a daughter, a brother and three 
sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, where a 
memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, April 1, 1975  P. 17 
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[wife of Anton Melichar]


VERONA MELICHAR

Mrs. Verona Melichar, 88, who lived with a daughter, Mrs. Viola Thor, at 1519 A 
Washington St., Manitowoc, died Friday at home following a heart attack. Funeral 
services will be at 1:30 pm Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with the 
Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss of St. John Evangelical & Reformed Church officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Melichar was born Feb. 2, 1872 in Kewaunee County, daughter of John and 
Barbara Langer Klimesh and was married Nov. 21, 1893 to Frank Melichar at Carlton. 
The family operated a farm in Kewaunee County and a general store and cheese 
factory at West Sandy Bay.
Survivors are the daughter, a granddaughter and two great grandchildren. Friends 
may call at the funeral home after 3 pm Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Oct. 15, 1960 page M11
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[d. 10-14-1960/age 88 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Frank Melichar lot]


DENNIS MELLBERG

Infant Dies This Noon At Mellberg Residence
Dennis Lee, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. William Mellberg, 1232 S. 12th street, 
died at the residence at 12:15 p.m. today. The child, born Nov. 12, 1935, had 
been ill since July 13. Survivors are the parents, one brother, (private). 
Funeral arrangements had not been made this afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, November 25, 1936 P. 2
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Funeral services were held yesterday morning at the St. Boniface churcg for 
Dennis Lee, year-old-son of Mr. and Mrs. William Mellberg. Pallbearers were 
Daniel Watson Blitz, Clifton Champagne, Roger Ducharme and William Gretz. 
Burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, November 28, 1936 P. 4
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[Baby Dennis Mellberg/bur. 11-27-1936/age 1 yrs/cause: meningitis & hydrocephalus]


EMMETT A. MELLBERG

Emmett A. Mellberg, age 86, of 1022 Pine St., Manitowoc, died Saturday evening, 
August 7, 1999, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, August 11, 1999, at First 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Steve Solberg will officiate with burial to 
follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Emmett was born July 4, 1913, in Menominee, Mich., son of the late Gustave and 
Emma Anderson Mellberg. He graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School. On 
May 14, 1934, he married Virginia Virnoche, in Two Rivers. Emmett was employed 
with McNeil's Shoes and Smartware and also Manitowoc Shipbuilding Co. for many 
years. Emmett was very proud of being involved with the construction of all 28 
submarines during his employment at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Co. He enjoyed working 
with the special children at Riverview School, and also drove for the Meals on 
Wheels Program. He loved his church, and served as an usher for many years. Emmett 
was a member of SPEBQSA Barbershoppers, Golden K of Kiwanis, and he was also a 
member and past president of Eagles Aerie #706 of Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Virginia Mellberg, Manitowoc; one daughter and son-
in-law, Mary and Larry Bohn, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law, Rene and 
Janice Mellberg, Wrightstown; eight grandchildren, Lori (Steve) Krumberger, Joseph 
Mellberg, David, Kristin and James Bohn, Peter and Steven Mellberg, and Molly 
Haning; four step-grandsons, Danny, Chip, Nathan, and Matt; two great-grandchildren, 
Adam and Jacob Krumberger; one sister, Clara Blitz; nieces, nephews, other relatives 
and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by one son, Terrance Mellberg; 
an infant daughter, Jean Marie Mellberg; three sisters, Helen Bull, Jeanette Mellberg, 
and Esther Mellberg and two brothers, Millard and William Mellberg
The family will greet relatives and friends from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, and also from 12 noon until the time of service at 1 p.m. at the 
church on Wednesday. An Eagles Service will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, at the 
funeral home.
Memorials may be made to First Lutheran Church.
The Mellberg Family extends a special thank you to the staff at St. Mary's Home for 
the care that Emmett received.
Herald Times Reporter, August 10, 1999 P. A2


JAMES S. MELLBERG

James S. Mellberg, age 53, of 1123 S. 8th St., Manitowoc, died 
Thursday evening, November 30, 1995, at Holy Family Memorial 
Medical Center, Manitowoc.
He was born September 18, 1942, in Manitowoc, son of the late 
William and Larenda (Sally) Dubey Mellberg. He married the former 
Mary L. Hanson July 2, 1966, in Manitowoc. Jim was a graduate of 
Lincoln High School graduating with the class of 1960. He then 
continued his education at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh 
receiving a degree in education, and than a Master's Degree in 
Guidance and Counseling at the University of Denver, Colo. Mr. 
Mellberg taught 32 years which included two years at Menominee 
Falls and 30 years in the Manitowoc Public School System, presently 
a 5th grade teacher at Jackson Elementary School.
Jim was very active in the Manitowoc Community including being the 
Co-Director and Founder with his wife Mary of the Children's Center 
of the Arts, and was past president of Masquers and the Community 
Concerts. Jim taught class in Creative Drama at the University of 
Wisconsin-Manitowoc Center and Silver Lake College. He was Scrooge 
in Christmas Carol for 10 years and was the director and actor for 
Heart-Arama for 22 years. He also served on the Manitowoc County 
Board and Wisconsin Arts Board. Jim was the Master of Ceromonies 
for the Miss Manitowoc Pageant for over 10 years. He was a guest 
Host on the WCUB Breakfast Club Show. Jim was the real Santa at 
Breakfast With Santa for 25 years, and the Manitowoc Christmas 
Parade. Jim had leading roles in stage production at St. Nobert's 
in DePere and the Kohler Arts Center in Sheboygan and the Manitowoc 
University Summer Playhouse and Showtime Review.
Jim was awarded the Associated Bank's Spirit's Here Award, Lions 
Club Award, Barbershopper's Harmony Award, and the Chamber of 
Commerce "Joseph P. Schmitt" Speak-Up Award and many other awards 
too numerous to mention.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Mellberg, Manitowoc; two brothers 
and sisters-in-law, Jerry and Maron Mellberg, Green Bay, Ray and 
Cheryl Mellberg, Manitowc; a brother-in-law and his wife, Bud and 
Carol Hanson, Kewaunee. Also surviving are nieces and nephews, 
Mark, Lynn, Chris, Scott, Randal, Michelle, Brian, Eric, Lora, and 
John Hanson. Also suriving are other relatives, numerous friends 
and his pampered pooch "Lady Lyndsey".
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 12 Noon 
Sunday until the time of service at 4 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, December 1, 1995 P. A2


LARENDA M. MELLBERG

Mrs. William (Sally) Mellberg, 60, of 3303 Kete St., Manitowoc, died late 
Tuesday evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Duane Dionne will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Mellberg, nee Larenda M. Dubey, was born Oct. 5, 1913, at Hermansville, 
Mich., daughter of the late Lois and Aldia Paquin Dubey. She was married to 
William L. Mellberg Feb. 7, 1932, Manitowoc. 
She was employed at One-Hour Martinizing, Park Plaza, Manitowoc. She was a member 
of Manitowoc Bowling Assn.
Survivors include her husband; four sons, Donald and Jerald, of Green Bay and 
James and Raymond, of Manitowoc; a brother, Stuart Dubey, of Manitowoc; four 
sisters, Mrs. Clara Campange, of Vancouver, Wash., Mrs. John (Marilda) Kluba, of 
Rt. 1, Manitowoc, Mrs. Joseph (Lorraine) Buchner, of Whitelaw and Mrs. George 
(Marcella) Radandt, of Manitowoc; and seven grandchildren. A son, Dennis, preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday where a wake service 
will be held at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, July 31, 1974  P.22
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[d. 07-30-1974/age 60 yrs./wife of William L. Mellberg]


RAYMOND MELLBERG

Raymond W. Mellberg, age 51, of 718 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
morning February 2, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, February 5, 1999, at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, and 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. William Zimmer, with 
burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born September 20, 1947, in Manitowoc, son of the late William and Larenda 
(Sally) Dubey Mellberg. Ray was a veteran of the United States Air Force for four 
years including a tour of duty in Vietnam. On December 1, 1973, he married the 
former Cheryl Hein at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Ray was currently 
employed with the City of Manitowoc Waste Treatment Plant as an operator for over 
20 years. He was instrumental in the establishment of the Manitowoc County Youth 
Hockey Program and was also an avid hockey player. Ray was active in the promotion 
of area soccer programs and participated as a player and coach. He loved golf, 
tennis, softball and being outdoors, especially camping with his family and friends. 
Ray was always known as a "Professional Amateur" showing his great sense of humor. 
He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and Eagle Aerie #706.
Survivors include his wife, Cheryl Mellberg, Manitowoc; two sons and a daughter, 
Eric and Lora, all at home; one brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Marion Mellberg, 
Green Bay; one sister-in-law, Mary Mellberg, Manitowoc; his mother-in-law, Genevieve 
Hein, Manitowoc; and a brother-in-law, Steve Hein and his wife, Maureen. Kewauskum. 
Also surviving are special friends, Dick and Mary Orth, and family, Manitowoc; a 
sister-in-law, Jan Bennin and family, Door County; along with aunts, uncles, nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and special friends. He was preceded in death by three 
brothers, Donald, Jim and Dennis; his father-in-law, William Hein and a sister-in-law, 
Sally. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc from 
4-8 p.m. Thursday, where a prayer service will be held at 6:30 p.m. by Rev. William 
Zimmer.
Friends may also call Friday morning at the Pfeffer Funeral Home until the time of 
service at 10:30 a.m.
Sometimes we'll sigh,
sometimes we'll cry,
and we'll know why,
just you and I know 
true love ways.
Buddy Holly
True Love Ways
Herald Times, Reporter, February 3, 1999 P. A2


TERRANCE L. MELLBERG

Terrance (Terry) Mellberg, 52, a native of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, currently 
residing in Oconto, Wisconsin, died Monday morning, March 12, 1990, in the 
Tower Drive Bridge accident in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Friday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 
10 a.m. at the Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Jeff Vanden 
Heuvel will be the Celebrant of the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born Terrance Lee Mellberg on January 12, 1938, in Manitowoc, son of 
Emmett and Virginia Virnoche Mellberg. He graduated with the Class of 1956 
from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. He served in the United States Air Force 
from 1957 to 1961 and during that period attended the University of Hawaii for 
2 years. Mr. Mellberg then attained a degree in Accounting from Silver Lake 
College, Manitowoc. He had served as Vice President of Administration and 
Personnel of the Burger Boat Co. of Manitowoc and also was a member of its 
Board of Directors. He also served on the Board of Directors of the Manitowoc-
Two Rivers Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Mellberg was currently serving as the Human 
Resources Manager of the Capital Interiors of Peshtigo, Wisconsin.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Lori and Stephen Krumberger of 
Huntington Beach, California; a son, Joseph Mellberg, currently a student at 
the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Mellberg 
of Manitowoc; a sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Lawrence Bohn of Manitowoc; 
a brother, Rene Mellberg of Green Bay; his fiancee, Patty Gilbert of Manitowoc; 
and nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home of Manitowoc from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Thursday where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday by Pastor Robert 
Sullivan.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Wed., Mar. 14, 1990 page B9
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[d. 03-12-1990 at Green Bay WI/age 52 yrs.]


VIRGINIA M. MELLBERG

Virginia M. Mellberg, age 84, of 1022 Pine St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning 
August 28, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday September 1, 1999, at Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian 
burial will be Rev. Matt Simonar, with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Virginia was born on October 2, 1914, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late William 
and Mathilda Courchaine Virnoche. On May 14, 1936, she married Emmett A. Mellberg 
in Two Rivers. Virginia was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. 
She was a member of the Christian Mothers Altar Society of Holy Innocents Catholic 
Church.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Mary and Larry Bohn, Manitowoc; one 
son and daughter-in-law, Rene and Janice Mellberg, Wrightstown; eight grandchildren, 
Lori (Steve) Krumberger, Joseph Mellberg, David, Kristin and James Bohn, Peter and 
Steven Mellberg, Molly Haning; four step grandson, Danny, Chip, Nathan and Matt; two 
great grandchildren, Adam and Jacob Krumberger; nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends also survive. She was preceded in death by a son, Terrence Mellberg; an infant 
daughter, Jean Marie Mellberg; three brothers, William, Joseph, and Paul Virnoche; 
one sister, Catherine Wergin.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. 
Tuesday and also at Holy Innocents Catholic Church on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until 
the time of services at 11 a.m. A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday 
led by Deacon Kenneth Nelesen.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Holy Innocents Catholic Church.
Herald Times Reporter, August 30, 1999 P. A2


WILLIAM MELLBERG

William L. Mellberg, 67, of 3303 Kete St., Manitowoc, died Saturday at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 Wednesday at First Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce Hanstedt will officiate with burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Mellberg was born Oct. 25, 1908, at Menominee, Mich., son of the 
late Gustave and Emma Anderson Mellberg. He married Larenda M. Duberg 
Feb. 7, 1932, at Manitowoc. She preceded him in death July 30, 1974. 
He was employed at Great A & P Tea Co., of Manitowoc for 41 years, 
retiring in 1971. He served as treasurer for 17 years and was a lifetime 
member of Manitowoc Bowling Assn. He was a past commissioner and honorary 
member of Boys Scouts of America, Waumegesako Council, of Manitowoc and a 
member of Manitowoc Senior Citizens.
Survivors include four sons (Survivors omitted for privacy.); a brother 
Emmett, of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Vernon (Clara) Blutz, of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Helen Bull, of Racine, seven grandchildren and a close friend, 
(private), of Manitowoc. A son, Dennis, a brother and two sisers preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 o'clock this Tuesday 
evening until 11:30 a.m. Wednesday and at the church from noon until the 
time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, June 1, 1976 P. 16
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[d. 05-29-1976/age 67 yrs.]
(25 Oct 1908/May 1976/SSDI)


JAMES MELVILLE

James Melville, 50, of 1414 Clark street, died this morning at the 
Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m., from the Pfeffer 
funeral home, the Rev. Victor Nearhoof of the St. Paul's M.E. church 
officiating.
Mr. Belville was born at Sturgeon Bay and made his home here the past 
22 years. He married Miss Edith Franklin 22 years ago. During his 
residence here he was employed as a mason.
Survivors are the widow; two sons, Thomas and Robert of this city; 
two daughters, Arlene and Anna Mae, of this city; father, Thomas, of 
Spokane, Wash.; sister, Mrs. John Reiss of Spokane; two brothers, 
Joseph of Milwaukee, John of Scranton, Pa.
The body may be viewed this evening at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 20, 1940 P.2
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[bur. 05-15-1941/removed from Manitowoc Rapids/d. 05-20-1940]


ROBERT D. MELVILLE

Robert Melville, 32, former Manitowoc resident, died Monday morning at the 
Memorial Hospital in Manitowoc where he had been a patient for the past week 
following surgery.
Funeral services will be announced Tuesday by the Pfeffer Funeral Home of 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Melville was born Jan. 16, 1924, in Manitowoc, son of the late James and 
Edith Franklin Melville. He attended Manitowoc grade schools and Lincoln High 
School until his enlistment in the Navy in 1942. He served as a gunner on a 
torpedo plane off an aircraft carrier for three years.
He married the former Virginia Ziarnik of Manitowoc, March 11, 1949?, and the 
couple moved to Rt. 1. Algoma, where he was employed as a cashier for the 
Wisconsin Public Service Corp. 
Survivors include his wife, two daughters, Jeanne Marie and Nancy Ann at home; 
a son, James Pater, at home; his mother, Mrs. Raymond Orton; and two sisters, 
Mrs. Robert Neuser and Mrs. Richard Gauthier, both of Manitowoc. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 6, 1956  P.11
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[bur. on Mrs. Edith Melville lot]


THOMAS MELVILLE

Taken suddenly ill while walking on the street in Chicago Sunday,
Thomas Melville, 20, son of Mrs. Edith Melville, of 1414 Clark street, 
died in an ambulance before he could be rushed to a hospital. Physicians 
ascribed his death to a heart attack.
He had gone to Chicago from ??? home here a month ago on a visit.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Pfeffer funeral 
home, the Rev. ? D. Hagen of the Wesley Methodist church officiating. 
Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
He was born in Sturgeon Bay in 1920 and came here with the family. He had 
been enrolled in ??? Vocational school, was a member of the school band 
and also had his own orchestra, which played for dances.
Survivors are his mother; two sisters, Arlene and Anna Mae, of this city; 
brother Robert of this city.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 11, 1941 P. 3
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[d. 9 Feb. 1941 at Cook Co. Hospital, Chicago, IL./age 20 yrs/
cause: chronic myocardosis/bur. on Mrs. Edith Melville lot]


SUSANNA E. MELZNER

Mrs. Meltzler(sic), age 84, a grandmother for 28 years died.
Der Nord Westen, 28 Dec. 1882
********
Mrs. Melessner(sic), an old lady of eighty four years, died last week, 
and was buried on Thursday. She was grandmother of Mrs. Fred. Harris.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, January 2, 1883  pg. 1
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NO 5. First publication Jan. 16, 1883.
STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY OF MANITOWOC, ss.
Probate Office, Manitowoc January 10th, A.D. 1883
In the matter of the proof and probate of the last will and testament of Susanna 
Melzner, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc.
Whereas, an instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of 
Susanna Melzner, deceased, late of the County of Manitowoc, has been filed in this 
office; and whereas application has been made by Frederick H. Harris, who was 
appointed and named in said will as executor thereof, praying that the same be proven 
and admitted to Probate according to the laws of this State.
Therefore, it is ordered that said application be heard before me at the Probate 
Office in Manitowoc, in said County, on Tuesday, the 13th day of February, A.D. 1883, 
at 10 o'clock, A.M.
And it is furhter ordered, that notice shall be given to all persons interested in 
said will, of the time and place of said hearing, by publication in the Lake Shore 
Times, a newspaper printed in said county, for three successive weeks, once each week, 
prior to the time of such hearing.
By the Court,
R.D. Smart, County Judge.
Estabrook & Walker, Attys.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, January 30, 1883 P. 4
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[age 82 yrs.]


KATHERINE MENCHL

DIES AFTER A HEART ATTACK
Services For Mrs. Menchl To Be Held Saturday
Mrs. Kathryn Menchl, 78, wife of Henry Menchl, Sr., died suddenly 
at her home, 629 North 4th street, yesterday afternoon. Death 
following a heart attack.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at the Wattawa, 
Urbanek and Schlei funeral home at two o'clock. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery. The Rev. C.H. Phipps will officiate.
Mrs. Menchl, nee Kathryn Fadil, was born in Bohemia February 13, 
1858. She was married to Henry Menchl 54 years ago. The couple came 
to America and settled in Manitowoc 30 years ago. They have made 
their home here ever since.
Survivors include the widower, two daughters, Mrs. Annie Budweiser 
and Mrs. E. Carbon, both of this city; a son, Henry, Jr., also of 
Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Anna Vokonova, Bohemia; and 13 grand-
children.
The body will lie at the funeral home from this evening until the 
time of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, August 27, 1936 P.2
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[cause: ruptured aortic aneurism/bur. on Mrs. Charles Budweiser lot]


ALBIE L. MENDLIK

Miss Albie Mendlik of 1345 North 40th St., Milwaukee, former Manitowoc resident, 
died Sunday evening at a Milwaukee hospital following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. F. C. St. Clair will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Mendlik, and 
for the past 30 years had resided in Milwaukee. Surviving are two sisters, Adaline 
and Myrtle Mendlik of Milwaukee.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 12, 1954  P. 15
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[d. 04-11-1954 at Milwaukee WI/age 73 yrs./bur. on John and Henry Mendlik lot]


ARLENE B. MENDLIK

Arlene B. Mendlik, 75, of 1433 N. 6th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, April 24, 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. William Plank will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Mendlik was born April 14, 1907, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Louis E. 
and Louise S. Keune Warren. She attended schools at Manitowoc. She was married 
to Harry Mendlik, Feb. 8, 1925, at Milwaukee. He preceded her in death in 1979. 
Mrs. Mendlik was a member of First Presbyterian Church.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Joan and Robert Reed of Plantation, 
Fla.; a brother, Malcolm Warren; a sister, Mrs. Joseph (Inez) Marshek of Manitowoc; 
two grandchildren, Craig and Gregory of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; eight great grand-
children, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers and two 
sisters.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday 
and at the church Wednesday from noon until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, April 26, 1982 P. 3


ELIZABETH MENDLIK

Death here Mon. morning, following a long illness, of Mrs. Henry Mendlik. 
Mrs. Mendlik had undergone an operation in Milwaukee three months ago. 
She later learned that a subsequent operation was necessary which she 
underwent here on Fri. She never improved from that operation and died 
on Mon. Mrs. Mendlik was born in Bohemia 52 yrs. ago and came here with 
her family 29 yrs. ago. She married Mr. Mendlik here, now leaving him 
and 3 daughters. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 03 Mar. 1904
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DEATH SUMMONS SOUNDED.
Grim Reaper Claims Three of Manitowoc's Residents.
Apparently recovering from an illness from which she had suffered for some time, 
and just when the family were encouraged to the hope of ultimate recovery, Mrs. 
Henry Mendlick was stricken with death and expired suddenly at her home on N. 
Ninth street this morning. Mrs. Mendlik underwent an operation at Milwaukee three 
months ago and the second was performed at the home here Friday, from which the 
patient was thought to be rapidly recovering when the end came.
Decedent, a native of Bohemia and 53 years of age, had resided in this city 
twenty-nine years, coming here with her family at that time. A short time later 
she was married to the husband who with three children now survives. Mrs. Mendlik 
had lived for her home and family, being a retiring disposition and her death will 
be an irreparable loss to the home. Besides her husband, three daughters Adeline, 
Alpena and Myrtle, survive. The funeral will be held from the home Wednesday 
afternoon at 2 o'clock.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, February 29, 1904 P. 2
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[cause: carcimonia of the breast]


HARRY C. MENDLIK

Harry Mendlik, 74, of 1433 N. Sixth St., Manitowoc, died Sunday in Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m.Thursday in Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Alfred Klumb will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Mendlik was born Oct. 14, 1904, in Milwaukee, son of the late Harry and 
Frances Rank Mendlik. He attended schools in Milwaukee, where he was married 
to Arlene Warren Feb. 8, 1925. He had been employed as a bus driver in Milwaukee 
retiring in 1966. Mr. and Mrs. Mendlik celebrated their golden wedding 
anniversary in 1976.
Survivors include his wife, Arlene, a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Joan) Reid of 
Plantation, Fla., a brother, Robert of Manitowoc, two grandsons and seven great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call in Jens Funeral Home 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday 
until the time of service. The casket will remain closed.
Herald Times Reporter, February 13, 1979  P. 3


HENRY MENDLICK  (d. 1912)

DEATH CAME AS HE TALKED WITH FRIENDS
Henry Mendlik(sic) Expires Suddenly, Seated in Chair Sunday
BROTHER DIED YEAR AGO, SAME WAY
Seated in a chair, in apparent health and conversing with members of 
his family and friends, Henry Mendlik, pioneer business man of the 
city and a resident of Manitowoc for sixty-two years, died suddenly 
Sunday afternoon from heart failure. Mr. Mendlik's death occured much 
in the same manner as that of his brother John Mendlik who expired 
suddenly at Milwaukee last August.
Mr. Mendlik had passed the day at home and was seated on the porch 
talking with friends when the sudden attack came upon him and before 
medical aid could be summoned, expired. Though 69 years of age he had 
enjoyed robust health and had given his personal attention to the 
affairs of his business, at the store on N. Eighth street, on Saturday. 
He had not complained of feeling ill and his sudden demise was a great 
shock to his family and friends.
Had Mr. Mendlik lived until next month he would have been 69 years old, 
having been born in Bohemia in June 1843 at Potastan. At the age of 
seven years he came here with his parents and had made his home here 
since that time, with exception of a year in which he served in the 
army. Mr. Mendlik enlised in September 1862 in Co. F. Twenty-Sixth 
Wisconsin but was taken ill at Alexandria and sent to the hospital 
and on May 9, 1863 was discharged for disability and returned here, 
following an illness of typhoid fever. A brother of Mr. Mendlik was 
killed at Bull Run.
Mr. Mendlik has been engaged in business in Manitowoc for forty years, 
first as a member of the mercantile firm of Vilas, Barnes & Mendlik, 
later with Barnes, Mendlik and Mullholl (sic) and and (sic) then with 
Mendlik and Mulholland who continued business up to five years ago 
when Mr. Mendlik engaged in business himself, conducting the Mendlik 
grocery in the Pritchard-Kapitan block on N. Eighth St.
A charter member of the Bohemian society of the city, Mr. Mendlik had 
always taken an active interest in its affairs and was well and 
favorably known in circles in which he moved and as a business man.
Mr. Mendlik is survived by three daughters, Adelaide, Abble and Myrtle 
all of this city. Mrs. G.W. Fechter, this city and Mrs. Peterson and 
Miss Petran of Milwaukee are neices and one sister, Mrs. Frank Fischer, 
Milwaukee and a brother Louis, of Oklahoma City, also survive. Mrs. 
Mendlik died eight years ago.
The funeral will probably be held Wednesday from the late home.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, May 27, 1912 P.1
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Henry Mendlik (sic), aged 69 years, died suddenly at 4 o’clock Sunday 
afternoon at his home, 818 St. Claire street, while sitting on the 
porch conversing with his daughters. His health had been failing for 
some time but his illness was not considered serious. His death was 
due to heart trouble.
Mr. Mendlik was born in Bohemia in 1943 and came to America with his 
parents when a boy. The family located in Manitowoc and the deceased 
has made his home here ever since. He was a veteran of the civil war, 
receiving an honorable discharge May 9, 1863. He returned to Manitowoc 
and engaged in business as a member of the firm of Vilas, Barnes & 
Mendlik. Later on Mr. Vilas withdrew and the firm became Barnes, 
Mendlik & Mulholland. Some years later, Mr. Barnes withdrew and the 
business was conducted by Mendlik & Mulholland up to a few years ago 
when the partnership was dissolved, Mr. Muhlholland retiring from 
business. Shortly after the dissolution of partnership Mr. Mendlik 
started a grocery store in a section of the old building which had 
been remodeled, and was engaged in this business up to the time of his 
death.
Mr. Mendlik was a charter member of the Bohemian society of this city 
and took an active interest in the affairs of the society. He was a 
man whom all held in high regard and his sudden demise is regretted by 
a large circle of friends and acquaintances. His wife died eight years 
ago. He is survived by three daughters, Misses Adelaide, Abbie and 
Myrtle.
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon under the auspices of the 
C.S.P.S. society. Interment was in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, May 30, 1912
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[cause: heart disease]
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Items From The Pilot Files - Fifty Years Ago - (1862)
FROM THE WAR—A soldier named Mendlick, a member of Captain Clark’s 
company returned from Washington this week, having been honorably 
discharged on account of sickness. He reports the members of the 
company in good health.
Manitowoc Pilot, January 18, 1912 


MARIE RECHCYGL MENDLIK

DIED - 
In this city on Saturday morning, Feb. 27, 1875 of consumption, Mary, wife of 
Henry Mendlik, aged 23 years and 1 month.
It is with feeling of deep regret that we write these lines in memory of the 
death of the young and most estimable wife of Mr. Henry Mendlik. To many who 
were acquainted with her disease, knew the day was not far distant when her 
life would pass away and yet, the end came all too soon to the dear ones who 
watched around her bedside. Married but a few years, and within that time the 
mother of a beautiful boy, yet who when but a few months old the "Angels called 
away" and she grieved as only a mother can grieve over the loss of her only 
child. Thus aided by sorrow and by nature of a delicate constitution, consumption 
soon followed and despite the best medical attention and the constant loving care 
of a tender, loving husband and friends, her life ebbed slowly away, a life so 
filled with hope and love and happiness that indeed it must have caused many a 
struggle to give up and cross the "deep dark river" alone. Beyond the bounds of 
that river, her angel boy awaited her and now united mother and son will in 
spirit hover over the lonely grief-stricken husband and father whose irreparable 
loss is Heaven's gain. To him we tender our heartfelt sympathy in this his 
terrible affliction knowing too, of how little avail is human sympathy in so 
great an hour of trial.
Card of Thanks
I hereby tender my thanks to the Rev. Mr. Stevens for his kindness to me and for 
the beautiful services held by him over the remains of my wife, also to the choir 
of the Presbyterian Church and to the member of the Slovanski Lipa for their full 
attendance at the funeral and their sympathy for me, in my bereavement. My thanks 
are also due Mr. Jno Nespor for the eloquent and sympathetic remarks made by him 
at the grave of my wife. 
Henry Mendlik
The Manitowoc Tribune, Thurs., Mar. 4, 1875
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[Marie M. Mrs. Henry Mendlik]


RUDOLPH MENDLIK    (d. 1891)

The 15 yr. old son of Mr. Mendlik died a few days ago here in 
Manitowoc of diptheria. The Health Department promptly quarantined 
the house.
Der Nord Westen, Aug. 20, 1891
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Rudolph Mendlik, aged 14 (sic), son of Mr. Henry Mendlik, of this 
city, died on Saturday last of malignant diphtheria (sic). He was 
an only son and a very promising boy. He was a member of the Rankin 
Guard Cadets and one of the most thorough of the organization. His 
funeral took place on Sunday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, August 20, 1891 P. 3
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CARD.
The undersigned desire to express their thanks to the Rankin Guards 
and Cadets, to Rev. Mr. Curtis and Mrs. John Klus who rendered 
assistance at the funeral of our beloved son.
Henry Mendlik, Eliza Mendlik.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, August 20, 1891 P. 3
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[bur. 08-16-1891/age 14 yrs./cause: diptheria]
(Ralph Mendlik/d. Aug. 1891/cause: diptheria/from record of St. 
James Episc. ch., Manitowoc)


VERONIKA MENDLIK

DIED - 
At the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Fischer, Friday at 2 o'clock am, Mrs. 
Veronika Mendlik, aged 81 years and 3 months. Mrs. Mendlik was born in Bohemia 
and emigrated to this country in 1854 with her family, settling first in Racine, 
moving thither to Milwaukee and soon after to this county where she has since 
continued to reside. Her husband died in 1861 and she has since been a widow. 
Some of the time she lived with her children and to them she was all her life 
the most faithful and best of mothers.
She retained possession of her faculties to a remarkable degree and busied 
herself with some employment until her final brief illness.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tues., Nov. 30, 1886 page 3
*********
The children of Mrs. Veronica Mendlik hereby express their gratitude to their 
friends and neighbors for their kindness in their late bereavement. Especially 
to Mr. Spiegelhauer and Mr. Paulus for their addresses on the funeral occasion.
John, Mendlik, Henry Mendlik, Louis Mendlik, Carolina Fischer, Theresa Petrin.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, November 30, 1886  P. 3


PATRICIA A. MENEAU

Mrs. Dale (Patricia) Meneau, 34, of 6041 Holly Lane, West Bend, formerly of 
Manitowoc, died Tuesday night in Columbia Hospital, Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday in Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Philip Hoffmann will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Meneau, nee Patricia Dokey, was born June 23, 1944, in Two Rivers, daughter 
of Robert A. and Georgine Brull Dokey Sr. She attended St. Mark School, Two 
Rivers, and was graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc and Nursing School, 
Highland Park, Ill. She had been employed with Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, 
and was married to Dale Meneau Sept. 4, 1965, in Sacred Heart Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, a son, David and two daughters, Christine and 
Lori at home; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Dokey Sr. of Manitowoc; four 
brothers, James and Robert of Manitowoc, Thomas of Iron Mountain and Daniel of 
Fort Dix, N.J., and a sister, Mrs. Edward A. (Karen) VanEss of Two Rivers.
Friends may call in Parkside Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, where a 
prayer service will be at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, February 22, 1979 P. 3
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[bur. on Robert A. Dokey lot]


EDITH MENGE

Wife of Former City Resident Succumbs 
Messages received here advised of the death at St. Paul Wednesday of Mrs. 
William J. Menge, 40, wife of a former Manitowoc resident. Mr. Menge left 
this city many years ago. He was married in St. Paul seven years ago.
Survivors are the widower and a sister at Milwaukee. 
The body is to be brought to Manitowoc for interment. Funeral services will 
be held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Vogelsang funeral home, Rev. O. A. Menk 
officiating.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 17, 1936  P.10 
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[age 42 yrs/died at Minneapolis, MN/cause: essential hypertension/
bur. on William J. Menge lot]


EDWARD A. MENGE    (d. 1956)

Edward A. Menge, retired Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co., employe died unexpectedly 
Tuesday noon of a heart attack at his home, 134 Riverview Dr., Manitowoc.
Mr. Menge had been in the accounting department of the Goods for a number of 
years and retired in December of 1955.
He is survived by his wife and four children.
Funeral arrangements will be announced Wednesday by the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 15, 1956  P. 16
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Funeral services for Edward A. Menge, 74 (photo) who died Tuesday at his home 
in Manitowoc will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Allen McCaul will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery. Masonic rites will be accorded him at graveside.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 17, 1956   P. 23
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[d. 05-15-1956/age 72 yrs.]
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This is his first marriage:
EDW MENGE CLAIMS BRIDE
Weds Miss Wreith, a Two Rivers Girl in this City
Life's happiest realization came to two of the city's best known young people 
today when Miss Mayme Wreith and Edward Menge pledged to journey life's pathways 
hand in hand, heard the marriage benediction pronounced by Rev. Grether and crossed 
the threshold into a future radiant in its promise of joyous companionship.
The marriage ceremony was read at the Menge home, So. Thirteenth St., and was 
witnessed by a small gathering of relatives and friends who smiled well wishes. 
The attendants to the couple were Miss Ada Wreith, sister of the bride and Walter 
Menge, brother of the groom. The ceremony was marked by simplicity. After the 
ceremony a wedding dinner was served and later Mr. and Mrs. Menge departed for 
Chicago for a ten day honeymoon trip.
Both residents of Manitowoc most of their lives, Mr. Menge and his bride are well 
known and have surrounded themselves with a host of friends who join in congratulations 
and wishes for a happy future for the couple. Miss Wreith is a daughter of Mrs. W.J. 
Wreith, formerly of Two Rivers, now a resident of Chicago and for several years, has 
been one of the efficient nurses at the county asylum. She is a bright, charming girl 
whose womanly qualities have won her many friends. Mr. Menge is a son of Patrolman Wm. 
Menge of the city police department and is one of the city's well known young business 
men being associated with the Manitowoc Building Supply Co. He is one of the popular 
young men in the circle in which he moves and has the esteem of business and social 
circles. Mr. Menge has been with the Building Supply Co. for years. Mr. Menge and 
bride will return to the city in ten days and take up their home on So. Sixteenth 
Street.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., Apr. 17, 1912
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Manitowoc Daily News – Miss Mayme Marie Wreith of Two Rivers and Edward Menge of 
this city were united in marriage Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock at the home 
of the groom's parents on South Thirteenth Street, the Rev. George Grether of the 
German Reformed Church officiating. They were attended by Misses Cora Wreith of 
Chicago, Mable Menge of ?? and Walter Menge of Manitowoc and Walter Wreith of 
Chicago. Miss Wreith and brother were her from Chicago for the occasion.
Mrs. Menge for the past six years has been employed at the Manitowoc County asylum. 
She is a popular young lady among her many friends at Two Rivers and Manitowoc. Mr. 
Menge has held a trusted position as bookkeeper at the Manitowoc Building and Supply 
Company offices for several years past. Mr. and Mrs. Menge left on the 4:15 train 
for Appleton and other places on a honeymoon trip and on their return they will be 
at home on South Seventh Street.
The Reporter, Sat., Apr. 27, 1912


EDWARD RALPH MENGE    (d. 1977)

Edward Ralph Menge, 39, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, died Friday evening in St. Vincent 
Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Robert Isler will officiate. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Menge was born May 27, 1938, in Manitowoc, son of the late Edward A. Menge 
and Mrs. Viola (Tech) Menge. He was graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. 
He was a carnival concessionaire. Mr. Menge married Barbara A. McCarthy. He was 
a member of the Squeakers of Tisch Mills, the O.A.B.A., the Independent Showmen's 
Association and the Wisconsin Fair Association.
Survivors include his widow, three sons, Daniel J., David E. and Scott R., of 
the home; two daughters, Robin A. and Rikki Lynn, of the home; his mother, Mrs. 
Viola Menge of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Alis Richter of Milwaukee and Lt. Col. 
Dorothy Menge USAF., of San Antonio, Tex.
Friends may call in the funeral home 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday.
Herald Times Reporter, July 2, 1977 P. 3
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[d. at Green Bay WI/bur. on Mrs. Barbara Menge lot-his wife]
(Ralph Menge on SSDI)


ESTHER T. MENGE

Mrs. Walter R. Menge, 73, of ???? S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. William Schultz will officate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Menge, nee Esther T. Meindl was born Oct. 22, 1897 at Milwaukee, daughter 
of the late August and Ida Levenhagen Meindl. She attended school at Milwaukee 
and came to Manitowoc in 1915. She was employed at Wagner's Style Shop until 
1917. She was married to Walter P. Menge Oct. 16, 1917, at Manitowoc. After her 
marriage she was employed part time at the Style Shop for many years. The couple 
celebrated its 50th wedding anniversary in 1967. Mrs. Menge was a member of the 
First Reformed United Church of Christ and the Order of Eastern Star No. 196, of 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, two brothers, Ralph and Chester of Manitowoc and 
nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday where Eastern Star 
memorial services will be held at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 10, 1971
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[d. 03-10-1971/age 73 yrs./wife of Walter R. Menge]
(b. 22 Oct. 1897/d. Mar. 1971/SSDI)


HERBERT C. MENGE

Herbert C. Menge, 60, of 938 North Tenth St., Manitowoc, an assistant chemist 
at the Manitowoc Portland cement Company, died early Monday at the Veterans 
Hospital, Wood, Wis. Death was due to a heart attack. He had been a patient 
at the hospital for two weeks.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. John Walker will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery, Manitowoc. There will be Masonic rites at the graveside.
Mr. Menge was born in Manitowoc in 1892, son of the late Mr. and Mr. William 
Menge. He served in the Navy in World War I. In 1925 he married Miss Ethel 
Hargraves. For the past 28 years he has been an assistant chemist at the 
Portland Cement Company.
Survivors are his wife; two brothers, Walter and Edward of Manitowoc; two sisters, 
Mrs. George Sanderson of Manitowoc and Mrs. Arthur Bradl of Portland, Ore. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 11, 1952  P. 2
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[bur. 08-011-1952/d. at Wood Hosp. Milwaukee, WI/age 60 yrs.]


LOUISA MENGE

MRS. L. MENGE DIES, HOSPITAL 
Widow of Late Police Veteran Had heart Attack 
Mrs. Louise Menge, widow of the late William Menge, veteran member of the 
Manitowoc police department who died in 1918, died early today at the Holy 
Family hospital. She suffered a heart attack two days ago at her home, 826 
North Tenth street, and was removed to the hospital. Her advanced age, she 
was 75, counted against her rallying from the attack.
Up to the time of her illness, Mrs. Menge had been up as usual and was looking 
forward to spending a gladsome holiday time with her children here.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Louise Paarmann, was born in the town of 
Mishicot 75 years ago and spent her early life there. She was married to William 
Menge of this city in 1876 and they made their home here. Mr. Menge joined the 
Manitowoc police force in 1890, and continued to serve until 1915 when he retired. 
He passed away in 1918.
Surviving Mrs. Menge are two daughters, Mrs. A. J. Bradl of Portland, Oregon, and 
Mrs. George Sanderson of this city; four sons, William of St. Paul and Edward, 
Walter and Herbert of this city; two brothers, Henry Paarmann of Sheboygan and 
John of Spokane, Wash., and six grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Monday at 2 p.m. from the Frazier mortuary in 
charge of Rev. Menke of the Reformed church, of which the deceased was a member. 
Interment will be at Evergreen. The remains may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary 
up to the time of the funeral. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 23, 1932  P. 6
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[Louise Menge/bur. 12-27-1932/age 75 yrs/cause: cardiac decompensation/
bur. on William Menge lot]


MARIE MENGE

MRS. E. MENGE CLAIMED BY DEATH Sunday
Death came to Mrs. Edward Menge Sunday at the family home, 134 Riverview Drive, 
ending an illness of long duration which had necessitated several operations 
which Mrs. Menge's weakened condition failed to permit her to rally from. 
Funeral services will be held from the home Wednesday afternoon at 1:30, Rev. 
Otto Menge officiating and burial will be at Evergreen. The Eastern Star of 
which decedent was a member will attend the funeral in a body.
Mrs. Menge, nee Wreith, was born at Two Rivers forty years ago and made her 
home there until her marriage in 1912, since which time the family has resided 
here. Besides her husband, Mrs. Menge is survived by three children, Dorothy, 
aged 12, Alice, aged 9 and Jane, aged 5. Five sisters, Mrs. Barkley, Mrs. 
Grayshaw, Mrs. Whitelaw, Miss Wrieth all of Chicago, and Mrs. Tabler of Redford, 
Virginia, and one brother, John Wreith of Chicago.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. May 17, 1926 P. 1
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[cause of death: tuberculosis of lungs/burial on Edward A. Menge lot]
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EDW MENGE CLAIMS BRIDE
Weds Miss Wreith, a Two Rivers Girl in this City
Life's happiest realization came to two of the city's best known young people 
today when Miss Mayme Wreith and Edward Menge pledged to journey life's pathways 
hand in hand, heard the marriage benediction pronounced by Rev. Grether and crossed 
the threshold into a future radiant in its promise of joyous companionship.
The marriage ceremony was read at the Menge home, So. Thirteenth St., and was 
witnessed by a small gathering of relatives and friends who smiled well wishes. 
The attendants to the couple were Miss Ada Wreith, sister of the bride and Walter 
Menge, brother of the groom. The ceremony was marked by simplicity. After the 
ceremony a wedding dinner was served and later Mr. and Mrs. Menge departed for 
Chicago for a ten day honeymoon trip.
Both residents of Manitowoc most of their lives, Mr. Menge and his bride are well 
known and have surrounded themselves with a host of friends who join in congratulations 
and wishes for a happy future for the couple. Miss Wreith is a daughter of Mrs. W.J. 
Wreith, formerly of Two Rivers, now a resident of Chicago and for several years, has 
been one of the efficient nurses at the county asylum. She is a bright, charming girl 
whose womanly qualities have won her many friends. Mr. Menge is a son of Patrolman Wm. 
Menge of the city police department and is one of the city's well known young business 
men being associated with the Manitowoc Building Supply Co. He is one of the popular 
young men in the circle in which he moves and has the esteem of business and social 
circles. Mr. Menge has been with the Building Supply Co. for years. Mr. Menge and 
bride will return to the city in ten days and take up their home on So. Sixteenth 
Street.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., Apr. 17, 1912
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Manitowoc Daily News – Miss Mayme Marie Wreith of Two Rivers and Edward Menge of 
this city were united in marriage Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock at the home 
of the groom's parents on South Thirteenth Street, the Rev. George Grether of the 
German Reformed Church officiating. They were attended by Misses Cora Wreith of 
Chicago, Mable Menge of ?? and Walter Menge of Manitowoc and Walter Wreith of 
Chicago. Miss Wreith and brother were her from Chicago for the occasion.
Mrs. Menge for the past six years has been employed at the Manitowoc County asylum. 
She is a popular young lady among her many friends at Two Rivers and Manitowoc. Mr. 
Menge has held a trusted position as bookkeeper at the Manitowoc Building and Supply 
Company offices for several years past. Mr. and Mrs. Menge left on the 4:15 train 
for Appleton and other places on a honeymoon trip and on their return they will be 
at home on South Seventh Street.
The Reporter, Sat., Apr. 27, 1912


MINNIE MENGE

Body of Mrs. William Menge Arrives for Burial 
The body of Mrs. William J. Menge, Jr., wife of William Menge, formerly of this 
city, arrived here this morning from St. Paul, Minn., for burial tomorrow. Her 
demise occurred at St. Paul.
The funeral will be from the William Frazier chapel, services by the Rev. Menke, 
and burial will take place at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 13, 1927  P.2
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[age 66 yrs/cause: carcimona(sic) of liver/bur. on William J. Menge lot]


THERESE MENGE

Death of Mrs. Therese Menge last Sunday morning. She was the wife of 
Carl Menge and mother of August Menge (of L’Anse on Lake Superior), 
Carl Menge (of Chicago), and William Menge. The deceased would have 
been 69 years old next Saturday. Burial was Wednesday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 06 Jan. 1876
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Mrs. Menge, an old lady whose business for the last few years has been selling 
milk, made her usual round one day last week, in a cold drizzling rain. She 
returned home and died in a few hours.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, December 30, 1875 P. 3
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The following is for her son, August:

AUGUST MENGE, of L'Anse, Baraga County, Michigan, has been a 
resident of the Northern Peninsula for a period of 39 years and 
has figured prominently with its business projects and political 
history. 
Mr. Menge was born in Saxony, Germany, May 4, 1845, and is a son 
of Carl and Tracy Menge, who came to this country in 1850. They 
lived in Wisconsin until 1875, then removed to L'Anse, where they 
spent the remainder of their lives. The father was a miller and 
millwright by trade, and followed these trades until his retirement. 
He died in 1893. Mr. and Mrs. Menge had three sons: August; Charles, 
of Chicago, Illinois; and William, a printer of Manitowoc, 
Wisconsin.
August Menge was five years of age when he accompanied his parents 
to this country. He attended the public schools of Wisconsin until 
11 years of age, when he went to work in the printing office of a 
German paper, The Northwestern, published at Manitowoc, Wisconsin,
and edited by Charles H. Schmidt. There he worked for eight years, 
a part of the time as foreman of the job printing office that was 
run in connection with the paper. 
In 1864 August Menge came to the Northern Peninsula of Michigan, 
first settling at Houghton, Houghton County, but not being able 
to work at his trade there, crossed Portage Lake to Hancock, where 
he was temporarily employed at breaking rock. He accepted a position 
as bartender for Mr. Miller at Houghton, and subsequently was 
bartender for Francis Mayworm for a period of five years. In 1871 
he removed to L'Anse and engaged in the saloon business for himself, 
which he conducts in such a manner as not to offend the sense of 
propriety, and has built up a patronage that is drawn from the best 
citizens of this community. 
Mr. Menge has on several occasions been honored by political 
preferment. He served seven terms as mayor of L'Anse, has been 
village trustee and treasurer, supervisor and for 19 years was 
a member of the School Board. He was elected county treasurer 
in 1878, and two years later was re-elected by an increased
majority, each time defeating John Campbell for the office. 
For 25 years he has been chief of the fire department of L'Anse, 
and in all these positions has rendered prompt and efficient 
service. He was a promoter of the L'Anse Water Works, which 
furnishes hydrant water supply for fire protection to the city 
free of cost. He was also a promoter of the project of building 
the Town Hall, which is certainly a credit to the town. He was 
serving as county supervisor at the time the excellent Court House 
building was erected. At that time he was largely instrumental in 
keeping the Court House at L'Anse, though unusual inducements had 
been offered for its removal to the town of Baraga. 
In 1870 Mr. Menge was married to Theresa Sibilsky, of Houghton, 
Michigan, and they have the following children: August H., of 
Marquette, Michigan; William T., who has served two terms as 
county treasurer, and who is in the mercantile business at L'Anse, 
Michigan; Charles H., clerk of L'Anse township and the Board of
Education, who is associated with his father in business; Selma M., 
a stenographer of Houghton, Michigan; Emma B., a stenographer of 
Hancock, Michigan; and Theresa, who is attending the L'Anse
High School. 
"Biographical Record - Oakland County, Michigan" by
Biographical Publishing Company, 1903  


VIOLA C. MENGE

Viola Menge, 79, of 1137 N. 16th St., Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon, Aug. 8, 
at home.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Robert C. Isler will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Menge was born March 29, 1901, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late August 
and Amelia Below Tech. She was educated in Manitowoc shool system. Mrs. Menge 
was employed at Mirro Aluminum Company as a secretary in the accounting depart-
ment for 25 years. She was then employed at (sic) a secretary at St. Paul United 
Methodist Church for 10 years. She was married to Edward A. Menge in 1936, at 
Manitowoc. Mrs. Menge was a member of the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, past member 
of the Nova Grans, member of St. Paul United Methodist Women and was past president 
of the organization, member of St. Paul United Methodist Church.
Survivors include two step-daughters, Alice Richter of West Allis, WI and Dorothy 
Menge of San Antonio, Texas; a daughter-in-law, Barbara Menge of Whitelaw; five 
grandchildren (private). She was preceded in death by a brother, Clarence Tech, 
and two sons, Robert and Edward.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday and 
Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. and at the church from noon till the hour of 
service. Memorial would be appreciated to St. Paul United Methodist Church.
Herald Times Reporter, August 10, 1980 P.3
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[widow of Edward A. Menge]


WALTER R. MENGE

Walter Menge, 82, formerly of 1814 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The 
Rev. William Schultz will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Menge was born Dec. 24, 1888, at Manitowoc, son of the late William and 
Louisa Paarmann Menge. He attended schools in Manitowoc. He married Esther 
Meidl Oct. 16, 1917, at Manitowoc. The couple always resided at Manitowoc. 
His wife preceded him in death in March of this year. He had been employed 
by the Manitowoc Post Office from 1917 until 1956 where he was supervisor of 
mails.
Mr. Menge was a 50-year member of the Manitowoc Masonic Lodge No. 65, a member 
of the Manitowoc Order of Eastern Star No. 196, the Manitowoc Chapter No. 16, 
the Izaak Walton League and the Association of Retired Postal Supervisors.
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. George (Alice) Sanderson, of Manitowoc and 
nieces and nephews. A sister and three brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 8 o'clock this Thursday evening 
where Masonic Memorial Services will be held at 7 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 7, 1971
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[d. 10-06-1971/age 82 yrs.](24 Dec 1888/15 Oct 1971/SSDI)


WILLIAM MENGE

William Menge, former member of the Manitowoc police force who retired on a 
pension a few years ago, along with the late Peter Ziarnik, died at his home 
on South Thirteenth Street, Saturday night, aged 69 years. His death was due 
to apoplexy. He came to Manitowoc in 1851 with his parents and resided here 
ever since. He joined the police force twenty-seven years ago and after serving 
twenty-three years, retired.
He was born in Saxony, Germany, May 9, 1849 and came to America with his parents 
in 1851. The family located in Manitowoc. Besides 
a wife, four sons, William of St. Paul, Edward, Walter and Hubert of this city; 
two daughters, Mrs. Arthur Bradl, Portland, Ore., and Mrs. George Sanderson of 
this city survive him.
The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Grether officiating. Interment was 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 21, 1918
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Six former associates of the deceased in the police department performed the 
last rites as pall bearers for the late William Menge when he was laid to rest 
yesterday. The were Officers Ladwig, Christiansen, Dueno, Squires, Carle and 
Peterson.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, February 20, 1918  P. 2
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[William Menge/bur. 02-19-1918/cause: apoplexy]


JANE MENTEN

Mrs. Joseph M. Menten, 75, formerly of 1025 N. 18th St., Manitowoc, died 
Tuesday afternoon at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at First Lutheran Church Chapel, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. George J. Knudson officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
The former Johanna Eggebrecht was born June 25, 1890, at Milwaukee, daughter 
of the late William and Meta Burmeister Eggebrecht. She attended Milwaukee 
schools and was married to Joseph M. Menten at Milwaukee Oct. 22, 1912.
The couple lived 12 years at Philadelphia, Pa., and five years at Omaha, Nebr., 
before returning to Milwaukee in 1931. When Mr. Menten retired in 1950, the 
couple moved to Manitowoc where he died in 1959.
Mrs. Menten is survived by a son, Robert J. Menten, and a daughter, Mrs. Arthur J. 
Stangel, of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Richard E. Tyler, of Milwaukee and three 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 11 a.m. Thursday when 
the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state until time 
of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 7, 1965  P. 11
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[Johanna A. Menten/d. 07-06-1965/age 75 yrs./widow of Joseph M. Menten]


JOSEPH M. MENTEN

Joseph M. Menten, 72, of 1035? N. 13th? St., Manitowoc, retired salesman, died 
late Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a brief illness.
Funeral services will be at 8:15 a.m. Saturday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and at 8:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. E.A. 
Radey will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. 
Mr. Menten was born at Wauwatosa, Wisc. March__, ____, son of the late Joseph 
and Matilda Schmidling Menten. He attended Wauwatosa schools and was graduated 
from Milwaukee Business College. He married Johanna Eggelbrecht at Milwaukee in 
1912.
Mr. Menten had been a district manager for Presto-Lite Co. in Philadelphia for 
14 years and then was employed for five years at Omaha, Ne., by Union Carbon and 
Carbide Co. For 17 years he had been a general sales manager for Blatz Brewing 
Co. at Milwaukee and while in the latter city was a general retail merchandiser. 
He retired in 1950 and moved to Manitowoc where he was na active member in the 
city chapter of Izaak Walton League.
Surviving are his wife, a son, Robert J., and a daughter, Mrs. Arthur Stangel, 
of Manitowoc; a brother, Henry, of Asheville, N.C.; a half-brother, Albert DeBus, 
in California; a sister, Mrs. Anna Hinckle, of Milwaukee and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where the Rosary will be 
recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 9, 1959  P.21
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[d. 07-09-1959/age 72 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Joseph M. Menten lot]


PATRICIA S. MENTEN

Patricia S. Menten, age 79, a resident of Felician Village, Manitowoc, died 
Thursday, September 16, 1999, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, October 18, 1999, at First 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Steven D. Olson will officiate with burial of 
her cremains to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Patricia was born March 17, 1920, in Brigham City, Utah. Her parents were the 
late Dr. William and Ruth Homer Smith. She graduated from East High School in 
Salt Lake City, Utah, from the University of Utah, and the Charette School of 
Costume Design in Los Angles. She married Robert J. Menten on March 2, 1943, 
in Washington, D.C. Mr. Menten preceded her in death on January 30, 1999. She 
was a member of First Lutheran Church and the P.E.O. Sisterhood, Chapter J. She 
was a past board member of the Rahr West Art Museum and the Family Service 
Association of Manitowoc. Pat worked as a volunteer at St. Mary's Home and the 
Convention Bureau and Information Center of Manitowoc.
Survivors include three daughters, Madeline Stube, Oakland, N.J., Jennifer Menten, 
London, England, Roberta Menten and her husband, Michael O. Smith, Portland, 
Oregon; one grandson, Matthew Smith Menten; one brother, Dr. Homer E. Smith, Salt 
Lake City, Utah; two sisters, Harriet Staten, Salt Lake City, Utah, and Gloria 
Richards, Phoenix, Ariz.; also other relatives and friends.
Friends may call at First Lutheran Church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time 
of service at 11 a.m.
Memorials would be appreciated to the P.E.O. Sisterhood.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Services assisted the Menten 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, October 15, 1999  P. A2
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[cremation]


ROBERT J. MENTEN

Robert J. Menten, age 76, of Felician Village, 1702 S. 18th St., Manitowoc, 
died Saturday evening, January 30, 1999, at his residence.
Memorial Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday February 11, 1999, at St. 
Mary's Home Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Steven Olson and Rev. Thomas 
Wojciechowski O.F.M. Cremation will have taken place with burial of the cremains 
at Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born February 5, 1922, in Milwaukee, son of the late Joseph and Johanna 
Eggebrecht Menten. He was a graduate of Wauwatosa High School, then continued 
his education at Antioch College, Yellow Springs, Ohio and the Art Center School, 
Los Angeles, Calif. He married Patrica Smith on March 2, 1943, in Washington, 
D.C. Bob served four years during World War II, being stationed at "Photo Science 
Laboratory" Anacostia, D.C. and was responsible for the "Aircraft Recognition 
Program" for all military services and special top secret assignment for the Navy 
Department. He operated a retail store in Milwaukee, after which he moved to 
Manitowoc, where he worked for the Manitowoc Herald times in the advertising 
department. Bob then owned and operated Manitowoc Paper Box Company after which 
he joined Weyerhaeuser Company in Manitowoc, serving as Senior Sales Representatives 
Sales Manager and Marketing Manager for 30 years, retiring in 1984. He was a member 
of First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc Yacht Club and volunteer at St. Mary's Home 
for the Aged. Bob was an active lifetime member of the Wisconsin Archaeologist 
Society and the Central States Archeology Society. An avid collector of American 
Indian prehistoric and historic Indian artifacts, he made contributions to the Crazy 
Horse Museum of American Indians at Crazy Horse, South Dakota.
Survivors include his wife, Patricia; three daughters, Madeline Stube, Oakland, N.J., 
Jennifer Menten, London, England, Roberta Menten, Portland, Ore. He was preceded in 
death by his parents and a sister, Jane A. Stangel.
Friends may call at St. Mary's Home Chapel on Thursday, February 11, 1999, from 
10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Memorials appreciated to First Lutheran Church or St. Mary's Home. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Service is assisting the family 
with funeral services.
Herald Times Reporter, February 2, 1999 P. A2
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[cremation]


CECILIA W. MENZEL

Menzel, Cecilia W., age 101, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 30, 2016 
after a wonderful life of family, friends and fun. Cecilia was born on July 18, 
1915, in the Town of Trenton, Washington County, Wisconsin, daughter of the late 
Frank and Mary (Laufer) Esselman. She married Floyd N. Menzel on May 31, 1945 at 
the Esselman family farm and spent the better parts of their lives together in 
Manitowoc, WI. He preceded her in death on May 20, 1982.
She was preceded in death by six sisters, Laura (Clarence) Reichert, Hildegard 
(Albert) Luebke, Marcella (Lawrence) Blazel, Techla (Leory) Fisher, Marian (Ben) 
Jamrosy, and Rosalie (Wally) Beimborn; three brothers, Donald (Charlottej Esselman, 
Norman and Gregory. Also preceding her in death were brother and sister-in-law, 
Clarence and Marie Lishka, brother-in-law, Norbert Vogel and Jeffery Miskell, 
husband of grandchild Jessica.
She is survived by her sons, Charles (Beth) Menzel of Green Bay, WI and Thomas 
Menzel (Jane Fass) of Montello, WI; grandchildren, Curt (Dana) Menzel of Vallejo, 
CA, Frank Menzel, of Oakland, CA, Rebecca (Jeremy) Leischner of Centerville, MN 
and Jessica Miskell of Pinckney, MI.; great-grandchildren, Sophia and Grant Menzel, 
Lucy and Greta Leischner, along with a multitude of nieces, nephews and friends. 
She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Betty J. Vogel of Manitowoc, WI.
Ceil was an avid sports fan of the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Braves/Brewers and 
the Wisconsin Badgers Football and basketball teams. She rarely missed a game. Her 
only misgiving was that she had to stay up to the early hours when the Brewers 
played on the West Coast and didn’t get to bed until 1AM. She also enjoyed miniature 
bowling, playing cards and dominoes.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Saint Frances Cabrini Catholic Church 
(1025 S. 76th Ave., West Bend, WI) on Thursday, January 5, 2017 at 12 pm with Fr. 
Justin Lopina presiding. Visitation will be at church on Thursday, January 5th from 
10 am-12 pm.
A special thank you to the staff at The Waterford of West Bend Assisted Living 
Facility and to Heartland Hospice for their incredible kindness and compassionate 
care, making her later years most comforting.
The Phillip Funeral Home of West Bend is assisting the family.
(262) 338-2059/www.phillipfuneralhome.com
Herald Times Reporter, 2017


EDITH MENZEL

Mrs. Hugo C. Menzel, 65, of 2002 Washington street died this morning at her 
home following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Pfeffer funeral home, 
the Rev. A.C. Fishcer officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Menzel was born Edith Gourlie in 1884 in Ashippun, Wisconsin. In 1914 she 
was married to Hugo Menzel and the couple moved to Manitowoc. Mr. Menzel died 
in April of this year.
Survivors are two daughters, Mr. Norbert Vogel and Mrs. Clarence Lishka of 
Manitowoc; son, Floyd of Manitowoc; three brothers, William of Hartford, John 
of Lancaster and Walter of Spencer; four sisters, Mrs. Joseph Simon of Madison, 
Mrs. Margaret Plockelwald of Watertown, Mrs. Howard Getter of Hartford, and Mr. 
Louis Kettlehohn of Columbus; two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 5, 1950  p. 2
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[d. 06-05-1950/age 65 yrs./widow of Hugo Menzel]


ELISSA RUTH (ALECKSEN) MENZEL

Elissa Ruth Alecksen Menzel died after a bout with cancer on Saturday, Dec. 21, 
2002. She was 53. 
Ms. Menzel was born July 22, 1949 in Manitowoc, and graduated from Lincoln High 
School in 1967. She attended graduate school at the University of Wisconsin for 
two years and transferred to Madison. She received her graduate degree in physical 
therapy in Milwaukee. She married Tom Menzel from Manitowoc and they had two sons. 
She spent the last 18 years in Pleasanton, Calif., where she worked in hospitals 
around the Bay area. Elissa had a tremendous joy for living and a passionate love 
for her family and friends. She made a great many people happy through her work 
and play. The last couple of years she worked as a physical therapist in Manitowoc 
also. 
She is survived by her two sons: Curtis Menzel and his wife, Dana of Vallejo, 
Calif.; and Frank Menzel of Los Angeles, Calif.; ex-husband: Tom Menzel, formerly 
of Manitowoc; her mother: Ruth Alecksen of Manitowoc; her siblings: Cheryl Benson 
of Pleasanton, Calif.; Beth Bloom of Los Angeles, Calif.; and James Alecksen of 
Manitowoc; and six nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father: 
Vernon Alecksen; a brother: Dave Alecksen; and a sister: Karen Alecksen. 
Memorial services will be held at First Lutheran Church, 521 N. Eighth St., 
Manitowoc, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 9. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be 
made in Elissa's name to the First Lutheran Church's organ fund. She was also a 
big lover of music.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 8, 2OO3


FLOYD N. MENZEL

Floyd N.(Porky) Menzel, 66, of 2012 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Thursday morning, May 20, at the family residence.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. John Conrad will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Menzel was born April 29, 1916, at Manitowoc, son of the late Hugo and Edith 
Gourlie Menzel. He married Cecilia Esselman, May 31, 1945, at West Bend, Wis. Mr. 
Menzel was employed at Manitowoc Engineering until his retirement in 1978.
Survivors include his wife, Cecilia; two sons and daughters-in-law, Charles and 
Beth, and Thomas and Elissa; two sisters, Mrs. Clarence (Marie) Lishka, and Mrs. 
Norbert (Betty) Vogel; and four grandchildren, Curtis, Frank, Rebeca and Jessica.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 5 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Friday 
evening and Saturday until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, May 21, 1982 P. 3


HUGO MENZEL

Hugo C. Menzel, 60, of 2002 Washington street, operator of the Menzel Auto 
Service garage, died early today at the Holy Family hospital, following a 
brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Pfeffer funeral home. 
The Rev. A. C. Fischer will officiate and interment will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Mr. Menzel was born in Woodland, Wis., in 1890, and came to Manitowoc in 
1913. In 1914 he married Miss Edith Gourlie.He was an auto mechanic and for 
the past 10 years operated the Menzel garage at Marshall and South 26th 
streets.
He is survived by his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Norbert Vogel and Mrs. Clarence 
Lashka of this city; son Floyd of this city; three brothers, Alvin of Michigan 
and Ernest and Ewald of Illinois; three sisters, Mrs. Allan Allman and Mrs. Nora 
Handt of Milwaukee and Mrs. Ben Graff of West Bend; and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 8, 1950   P. 2
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[d. 04-08-1950/age 60 yrs.]


MARVIN MERCK

Marvin, the 14-months-old son of Mr. and Mrs. William Merck, 2005 Clark street,
died yesterday. The funeral will be hled Wednesday afternoon from the house
with interment at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, May 23, 1921 p.1
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[bur. 05-25-1921/cause: bronchitis/bur. on William Merck lot]
(Marvin Emil Heinrich Merck/d. May 13, 1921 age 1 yr. 2 mo. 17 da./from burial
records of St. John's United Church of Christ)


NORA MERCK

DEATH OF MRS. HENRY (sic) MERCK UNEXPECTED
Mrs. William Merck, nee Koch, died at the family home at 519 Riverview Drive 
last night after suffering for some time of tuberculosis but was thought to 
have been out of danger, having left the sanitarium but four months ago. The 
deceased was born in Marshfield on Novermber 19, 1894 (sic) and resided there 
until her marriage to William Merck from whence the couple removed to this 
city.
The deceased is survived by her husband and two sons, Robert, aged nine and 
William, aged seevn (sic); two sisters, Mrs. Laudt and Mrs. Mary Newnin; five 
brothers, Herman of Kansas City, William and Henry Jr., of this city, Harry 
of Rollins, Wyoming and John of Chicago. Funeral services will be held Monday 
afternoon at 2 o'clock with burial at Evergreen, the Reverend Recht officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, December 12, 1925 P.2
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(Mrs. Nora Merck/d. Dec. 11, 1925 age 33 yrs. 23 da./from burial records of St.
John's United Church of Christ)


SUSAN M. MERCK

Susan Smith Merck, 85, of Sage Nursing Home, Milwaukee, died Sunday at the 
home.
Eastern Star services under the auspices of Byron Kilbourn Chapter No. 195, 
Order of the Eastern Star, will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Becker Ritter 
Funeral home, Milwaukee. Burial will be in Pine Lawn Memorial Park, Milwaukee. 
Susan Merck, nee Susan Heidorf, was born Dec. 1, 1889, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late John and Martha Heidorf. She was a member of the Eastern Star 
Byron Kilbourn Chapter No. 195, Bethlehem No. 1, Order of White Shrine, and 
the Tripoli Women’s Auxiliary, Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children.
Survivors include three sons and a daughter-in-law, Floyd and Mary Smith, of 
Waukesha, Robert Merck, of Winnetka, Ill., and William Merck, of Markeson, 
Wis., grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Becker Ritter Funeral Home, 5330 W. Lisbon Ave., Milwaukee, 
from 5 to 9 o’clock this Tuesday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, March 22, 1977  P. 12
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(01 Dec 1888/Mar 1977/SSDI)


WILLIAM MERCK

Word was received here of the death at Milwaukee Friday of William Merck, a 
former Manitowoc resident.
Funeral services will be held at the Frazier mortuary. The casket will arrive 
from Milwaukee Sunday night and may be viewed after 3 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 6, 1951  P.11
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[d. 01-05-1951 at Milwaukee, WI/age 61 yrs.]


CATHERINE MERRILL

GRIM REAPER'S WORK.
Angel of Death Summons Mrs. Catherine (Douglass) Merrill From Earth,
????? A PIONEER RESIDENT.
(Next headline unreadable)
One by one, the pioneers of the county are responding to the final 
summons, passing from earthly cares, and in a few short years the 
last of those hardy emigrants, who braved the hardships of frontier 
life and converted the wilderness of pine forest into fertile fields 
and marts of industry, will have terminated their earthly ????? and 
their places will be ???upted by a new generation.
Mrs. Catherine (Douglass) Merrill, an esteemed and highly respected 
member of that little band that landed on the banks of the Manitowoc, 
and whose life for the past thirty-five years has been identified 
with the development of this city, has ????ed from the sorrows and 
cares of earth to that land of perpetual joy and sunshine. For nearly 
two years she has been an invalid and for two months past she has been 
unable to leave her couch without assistance. The last act in the 
drama of life was enacted just as the clock was toiling the knell of 
the departing day and she passed to her reward quietly and 
peacefully.
Catherine Douglass, the subject of this sketch, was born at Edinbargh, 
Scotland, in 1833 and was the daughter of Captain Richard Douglass, 
commander of the vessel, Black Watch. In company with her parents she 
emigrated to this country in early life and they located in the east. 
In 1864 they removed to this county where she was married to Roscoe G. 
Merrill and they took up their abode on Michigan avenue, where they 
have since resided. Two children blessed their union, Rev. L.C. Merrill, 
at present, pastor of the Episcopal church at Berlin, and Mrs. George 
Ba?s, of Chicago; both of whom were present when she breathed her last. 
Her husband also survives her.
Deceased was a faithful and conscientious woman and was a member of St. 
James parish of this city. A true exponent of the Divine teaching, she 
never neglected an opportunity of manifesting her love of humanity and 
many there are who can testify as to her readiness to lend a helping 
hand in the hour of need. To her husband she was a true helpmeet in 
every sense of the word and to her children a kind and loving mother, 
whose counsel will be sadly missed. Funeral services will be held at 
St. James church on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, January 24, 1899 P. 1
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SLUMBERING WITH THE DEAD.
MERRILL.
Funeral services over the remains of the late Mrs. Catherine 
Douglass Merrill were held at St. James Episcopal church and 
a large concourse of sorrowing friends gathered to pay the last 
loving tribute to the memory of the deceased. Many beautiful 
floral tributes, the offerings of friends, testified to the 
high esteem in which the departed was held. Rev. Gray conducted 
the services and paid a glowing tribute to the memory of the 
deceased. The funeral cortege was large and the interment was 
at Evergreen. The pall bearers were:-L.J. Nash, Harvey Hubbard, 
Geo. Cooper, P.J. Pierce, Michael Murphy, J.S. Anderson, Henry 
Mulholland and Joseph Vilas Sr.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, January 26, 1899 P.4
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Mrs. Catharine Douglas Merrill of this city died on Monday night last. She has 
been an invalid for some time and was confined to her bed the last six weeks. 
She was born at Edinburgh, Scotland, March 17, 1832 and came to this country 
when young. She married to R.D. Merrill, who survives her, in Maine in 1864. 
They soon after came to this city where they have since resided with the 
exception of a few years in Chicago and some time spent in England. She leaves 
two children Rev. L.C. Merrill of Berlin and Mrs. George Bass of Chicago. The 
funeral services will be held at St. James church on Thursday at 1 P.M. Mrs. 
Merrill was an exemplary woman and a most devoted wife and mother.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, January 26, 1899 P. 3
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Rev. and Mrs. L.C. Merrill of Berlin, Wis., are in the city having been called 
here by the death of Mrs. R. Merrill.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, January 26, 1899 P. 3
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Catharine Douglas Merrill
birth: 17 March 1832 Edinburg, Scotland
death: 24 January 1899 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: Richard Douglas
mother: Agnes
spouse: Roscol G. Merrill
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[cause: general debility]
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Mr. and Mrs. L.C. Merrill, who were here to attend the 
funeral of Mr. Merrill's mother, returned to Berlin this 
morning. They were accompanied by Roscoe Merrill.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, Feb. 9, 1899 P.4


CHARLES MERRILL

Death Fri. here of 82-yr. old Charles M. Merrill of old age debility. The deceased,
who was a resident here for many years, served during the Civil War with the 60th
Massachusetts Infantry Regiment. The funeral was Sun.
Der Nord Westen, 07 Mar. 1901
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Charles M. Merrill, who has been a resident of this city for the past forty-two 
years, died at the home of William Clark on Park Street, of diseases incident 
to old age, aged 82 years. He was born May 24, 1817.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, March 7, 1901 P. 1
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Charles Merrill
birth: 24 May 1818 Mass., U.S.
death: 1 March 1901 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1901 Manitowoc
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[age 82 yrs./cause: old age]


FRANKIE MERRILL  no stone

From the Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, July 20, 1871:
Sad Case of Drowning - We are pained to chronicle, this week, the death 
by drowning, last Monday afternoon, of Frankie Merrill, aged about 10 years,
a little son of Mr. R.G. Merril, a highly respected citizen of this city. 
The little fellow with a number of his companions were up at the Little
Manitowoc river in bathing, and the rest of the boys had come out of the 
water and commenced dressing, when one of their number enquired, "Where is 
Frankie Merrill - Here are his clothes?" and immediately all faces were 
turned to the river, but poor Frankie was nowhere to be seen. Alarm was
brought to the city as soon as possible, and men hastened to the spot and 
commenced dragging the river for the body, which was brought to the surface 
about 9 o'clock and conveyed to the residence of the grief stricken parents. 
The little fellow could not swim, and it is supposed that he got out beyond 
his depth and sank before could utter a cry for help. The funeral took place 
on Tuesday afternoon, and was attended by a large concourse of sympathising 
friends. We tender the afflicted family our most heartfelt sympathy in this 
their sad bereavement.
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Drowned. -- Frank Merrill, eldest son of Rosco Merrill, of this city, aged 
10 years, was drowned while bathing in the Little Manitowoc river, below the 
bridge, on last Monday afternoon.  He was not missed by his bathing companions 
until they were dressed and ready to leave, when they noticed the clothes of 
young Merrill still lying on the shore.  They immediately gave the alarm, and 
search was made, but the body was not found until about four hours after the 
accident.
Manitowoc Tribune, Vol. 18 No. 14, Thursday July 20, 1871, Page 4 Column 3 


FREDERICK MERRILL

DIED.
In this village on the 6th inst., Freddie M. youngest son of Roscoe G. and 
Katie Merrill, aged 18 months.
Too fair and bright for earthly bowers,
Transplanted to thy native skies,
Thou’rt blooming ‘mid celestial flowers,
In the blest clime of Paradise.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 16, 1866  P. 4
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(Frederick M. Merrill/b. 17 Oct. 1864/d. 11 Mar. 1866/cause: consumption/
from record of St. James Episc. ch., Manitowoc)


ISAAC MERRILL

DIED:
In this Village, on the 27th ult, Isaac F. eldest son of Mr. & Mrs. R.G. Merrill, 
aged 8 years, 4 month, 15 days.
He was the sunshine of his home,
His parents hope and pride;
To them he was a guiding star, 
Upon life's ocean wide.
But now the shades of death have fallen, 
Upon his marble brow;
And he, whom once we knew and loved,
We can but weep for now.
But let us check the bitter grief,
Though now our eyes are dim;
Tears cannot bring him back to us--
We should not weep for him.
Then weep not for your darling boy,
He has but gone before.
To meet you in that brighter land,
Where we shall part no more.
Manitowoc Pilot  Friday, March 4, 1864  pg. 1
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( ____ Merrel/d. 20 Feb. 1864/age 8 yrs./from record of St. James 
Episc. ch., Manitowoc)


LLEWELLYN C. MERRILL

DR. L. MERRILL PASSES AWAY AT CHICAGO 
Body of Former Local Man to Be Brought Here to Rest 
Dr. Llewellyn Merrill, former resident of this city, died at his home at Chicago 
Saturday evening at 7 o’clock, his demise being due to an attack of pleural 
pneumonia from which he had suffered only a short time. The body will be brought 
here tonight on the Chicago and North Western limited train and will be taken to 
the Urbanek and Wattawa chapel. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning with 
services at 11 o’clock at St. James Episcopal church and burial will be at the 
family lot at Evergreen.
Dr. Merrill was born in this city about fifty-five years ago and spent his boyhood 
here. After completing the high school course he went to college and was ordained 
as a minister of the Episcopal faith. He retired from the ministry and for a number 
of years has been a practicing physician at Chicago where his death occurred. 
Surviving him are the widow and one daughter, Elizabeth, and one sister, Mrs. 
George Bass, also of Chicago.
Manitowoc Herald News, March 1, 1926  P. 2
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[died at 6048 Prairie Ave, Chicago, Il, male, white, age 56y 4m 11d/
buried on the Roscoe Merrill lot]
(Llewellyn Priest Merrill/d. 27 Feb. 1926/res. Chicago, Ill./from 
record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
(Note: The "Priest" in his church entry may be because he was a 
minister for the church?)


LOUISE M. MERRILL

Louise M. Merrill, of Arizona, formerly of Palatine. Retired from Westinghouse 
Corporation in Chicago. Dear mother of Jim (Beverly), Judy, Alan (Anita), Jon 
(Paulette) and the late Nona; dearest grandmother of Ramsey, Scott, heather, 
Kyle and Erich; former wife of Willard. Please omit flowers. Memorial service 
Monday 11 a.m. at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge  
708-698-3368
Chicago Tribune, Sunday July 7, 1991 p.9 sect.2 
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[d. at Tucson AZ/cremains/bur. on Willard Merril lot]


NONA MARGERY MERRILL

Infant Dies At Home of Mr. and Mrs. Merrill 
Nona Margery Merrill, the ten-month-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Willard 
Merrill, 615 Buffalo street, died at the home Sunday afternoon at 4:45.
Mrs. Oscar Vogel will officiate at Christian Science services tomorrow 
afternoon at 3:30 from the home. Interment will be in Evergreen.
The deceased was born on August 24, 1934.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 24, 1935  P.2
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[cause: broncho pneumonia/bur. on Willard Merrill lot]


ROSCOE G. MERRILL

ROSCOE G. MERRILL, A PIONEER BUSINESS MAN OF CITY, DEAD
EARLY DAY LUMBERMAN DIES AT THE ADVANCED AGE OF 86 AFTER 64 YEARS 
RESIDENCE IN THE CITY 
Roscoe G. Merrill, one of the pioneer settlers of Manitowoc county and 
identified with the early business life of the city, having been engaged in 
the lumbering business and later in the mercantile line, died at his home at 
1804 Michigan avenue, Sunday at the advanced age of 86 years. Death was due 
to the infirmities of age. 
Mr. Merrill was a native of Maine, having been born at Hixton, near Portland, 
that states August 29, 1828, where he received his early education. In 1850, 
at the age of 22, Mr. Merrill came to Manitowoc and with exception of a few 
years had resided here continuously since, for sixty-four years. He engaged 
in the lumbering business and later conducted a flour and feed store at eighth 
and Buffalo streets for some years.
For the past fifteen or twenty years Mr. Merrill had lived a retired life, 
especially since the death of Mrs. Merrill which occurred fifteen years ago. 
Mr. Merrill was well and favorably known and a good citizen who was active in 
the development and growth of the city in its earlier days.
Two children, Mr. George Bass and Dr. L. C. Merrill, both of Chicago, survive 
Mr. Merrill.
Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock from St. James 
Episcopal church of which Mr. Merrill had been a senior warden for forty years. 
Mr. Merrill had always taken an interest in the welfare of the church and had 
been one of the foremost men in the direction of the affairs of the parish.
There will be a requiem service for Mr. Merrill at St. James church at 8:30 
tomorrow morning.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, September 14, 1914  P.1
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(Roscoe G. Merrill/d. 13 Sept. 1914/age 86 yrs./cause: old age/
from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
[bur. 09-15-1914/male/cause: cancer of glands of neck]


ALBERT MERTENS

Albert J. Mertens, 78, of 805 MacArthur Drive, Manitowoc, died Monday, December 10, 
at Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm Wednesday at St. John's 
United Church of Christ. Rev. Robert Meyer will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born September 8, 1912 at Two Rivers, son of the late William J. and Clara 
Nischke Mertens. He attended schools in Two Rivers. He managed the Big Shoe Store 
in Manitowoc for 30 years. He was also employed with the Herald Times Reporter in 
Advertising for 15 years. He was also employed with the Lakeshore Chronicle in the 
Advertising Department. Over the years he was also very active in doing upholstery 
work on a private basis. He was married to Ivanelle Pechman, January 28, 1940. He 
was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ where he had held various church 
offices over the years. He was a member of the Golden Kiwanis Club and Chapter and 
State President of the Isaac Walton League. He was also a member of the Manitowoc 
Fish and Game Association.
Survivors include his wife, Ivy; one son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Kathreen 
Mertens of Green Bay; one daughter, Sharon Robinson of Appleton; four sisters and 
two brothers-in-law, Evelyn Kaiser of Manitowoc, Edna and Wilfred Brocher of Two 
Rivers, Arlene and Edward Klabunde of Manitowoc, Carol Gauthier of Manitowoc; one 
grandson, Neal Albert Mertens; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was 
preceded in death by one sister.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home 4-8 pm Tuesday and on Wednesday 
from 9-11 am and then at the church from 12:30 to the time of the services at 1:30. 
A memorial fund is being established in his name.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Dec. 11, 1990 page B8
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[husband of Ivanelle Mertens]


IVY MERTENS

Mrs. Ivanelle (Ivy) Mertens, age 74, of 1020 South 12th Street, Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday, October 23, 1991 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Monday at St. John's United Church of Christ, 
Manitowoc. Rev. Robert Meyer will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born February 12, 1917 in Kewaunee County, Wis., daughter of the late John 
and Clara Heider Pechman. She graduated from Kewaunee High School with the Class 
of 1933. She then attended Algoma County Teachers College from which she graduated 
in 1935. Mrs. Mertens worked for the Herald Times Reporter, Mirro Corp., and then 
13 years for the Manitowoc Police Department as a secretary to the chief of police. 
She retired in 1980. She married Albert J. Mertens January 28, 1940. He preceded 
her in death December 10, 1900. She was a member of St. John's United Church of 
Christ. Mrs. Mertens, for the past 48 years, met with a special group of ladies 
called the Sewing Club.
Survivors include a daughter, Sharon Robinson of Appleton; a son, Scott (Kathreen) 
Mertens of Green Bay; a grandson, Neal Albert Mertens; a sister, Illia Fischer of 
Luxemburg, Wis.; also other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a 
brother, Eben Pechman and a sister, Inez Pechman.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home Sunday 5 to 8 pm and Monday 
from 9 to 11 am, then at the church from 12:30 pm until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Oct. 25, 1991


NATHALEEN ALICE (MOAKLER) MERTZ

Nathaleen A. Mertz, age 81, of 910 East Cedar Ave., Manitowoc, died peacefully 
at her home on Saturday evening, May 3, 2003, surrounded by her family. 
Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
702 State Street, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by 
Rev. David Hoffman. Cremation will have taken place with burial of the remains 
at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Nathaleen was born Oct. 8, 1921 in Manitowoc. She was the daughter of the late 
Edward P. and Lila Schweitzer Moakler. She was a graduate of Lincoln High School 
with the class of 1939. In past years she had been employed with Sears and 
Manitowoc Engineering. On June 24, 1944, Nathaleen was married to William C. 
Mertz at St. Paul's Catholic Church rectory. He preceded her in death Dec. 18, 
1965. She was a long-time member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. 
Nathaleen is survived by three sons, Michael (Kathlyn) Mertz, DePere; Patrick 
(Valerie) Mertz, Bath, Mich.; Andrew Mertz, Manitowoc; one daughter: Margaret 
"Peggy" Mertz, Valders; daughter-in-law: Susan Mertz, Manitowoc; one brother: 
Edward (Corinne) Moakler, Oshkosh; two sisters, twin sister: Madaleen Koehler, 
Manitowoc; Doris (Daniel) Kolodzeske, Superior; five grandsons: Adam, Ryan, Jason, 
Eric and Lucas: nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends surviving. 
She was preceded in death by her husband William in 1965 and her son Robert H. 
Mertz in 1997. 
Friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the 
time of services at 11 a.m. 
The family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation for the outstanding 
care by the staff at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center on 3 East, Critical Care 
Unit and 5 East as well as Holy Family Hospice and Deacon Rahlf. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, 628 N. Water St., 
Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 2003


WILLIAM C. MERTZ

William C. Mertz, 47, of 1611 S. 25th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning 
at the Manitowoc Engineering Co. here. He suffered a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, the Rev. Armin Roekle officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Mertz was born Aug. 12, 1918, at Hancock, Mich., the son of Henry and Sadie 
Zimmerman Mertz. He moved to Sheboygan, Wis., with his parents as a child, 
attending public schools there and graduating from Central High School in 1936. 
He married the former Nathaleen A. Moakler June 24, 1944, at Manitowoc. Mr. 
Mertz had worked at the Manitowoc Engineering Co. since 1941, and was a purchasing 
agent there at the time of his death.
Surviving are his wife; four sons, Michael, Robert, Patrick and Andrew, and a 
daughter, Margaret, all at home, and parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mertz of Sheboygan. 
A sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Fuenral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Monday when 
the casket will remain until it is taken to the church at noon Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 18, 1965   P. 3