HARRIS G. OLANDER

Mr. Harris G. Olander, 99, formerly of Manitowoc, passed away Monday morning at 
the Methodist Manor in West Allis, Wis.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday from the Jens Funeral Home. Rev. William 
Plank officiating with burial at Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born October 11, 1891, in Hassjo, Sweden, and was the son of the late John 
and Martha Yeltman Olander. He married Irene Wilhelm on May 2, 1925, in Manitowoc, 
and the couple resided here all their lives. He was a World War II veteran serving 
in the Navy. He was the Treasurer of the Citizen Loan and Investment Company, 
retiring in 1956. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and a 30 year 
member of the church choir. He was a member of the Isaac Walton and was a 50 year 
member of the Masonic Lodge F&AM No. 65 of Manitowoc. He was a member of the 
SPEBSQSA.
Survivors include a son, Dr. James Olander of New York City, N.Y. He was preceded 
in death by his wife, Irene, in 1966, three brothers and four sisters.
There will be no Monday evening visitation at the funeral home. Memorials may be 
made to the First Presbyterian Church. Jens Funeral Home is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 18, 1991 P. B8
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[d. at West Allis WI/widower of Irene Olander]


IRENE F. OLANDER

Mrs. Irene F. Olander, 93, formerly of Manitowoc, died Thursday evening, 
December 4, 1986 at Methodist Manor, West Allis. Funeral services will be 2 pm 
Sunday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Plank will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Olander was born October 2, 1893 at Marshfield, Wisconsin, daughter of the 
late Jacob and Anna Wiederman Wilhelm. She attended schools in Marshfield and 
was an Elementary School Teacher. She was married to Harris Olander, May 2, 1925 
at Manitowoc. The couple resided here. Mrs. Olander was a member of First 
Presbyterian Church and was a 50 year member of Order of Eastern Star No. 196 
of Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband; a son, Dr. James Olander of New York; three 
sisters, Margaret Wilhelm of Milwaukee, Alice Garten of Milwaukee and Kathryn 
Prucha of Whitewater, Wisconsin. There will be no Saturday evening visitation. 
Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Dec. 6, 1986 page 14
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[d. at West Allis WI/widow of Harris Olander]


JOHN O'LEARY

FOND DU LAC MAN LOSES LIFE HERE 
John O’Leary, Laborer, Killed by Blow From Timber While Moving House 
SKULL CRUSHED BY BLOW 
John O’Leary, believed to be a Fond du Lac man, employed as a laborer by H. 
Wettenkamp, house moving contractor, lost his life as result of a blow from 
a heavy timber while engaged in work on a contract west of the city Thursday. 
O’Leary’s skull was crushed by the blow and death resulted in a few minutes. 
The body is held here pending advice from relatives who have not been 
from (sic). 
O’Leary’s injuries resulted from a blow from the sweep bar, a timber attached 
to the capstan which is used to wind the rope in moving the bulding and it is 
claimed that the accident was due to O’Leary carelessness in not obeying 
instructions as to the position he was to occupy in his work. Usually, the man 
in charge of the rope is seated on the ground, his head thus being lower than 
the sweep bar but O’Leary had remained in a partially upright position and when 
the sweep broke, he was caught by it, the blow striking him on the temple and 
tearing a hole in the head, the skull being crushed. 
Little is known here relative to O’Leary’s life and home, and it is not known 
whether he came from Marshfield or North Fond du Lac. A card from the North Fond 
du Lac aerie of Eagles shows O’Leary to be a member of that lodge while papers 
and a knife found on the dead man are marked J. O’Leary, Marshfield. O’Leary is 
believed to have been a single man and for a time made his home with the family 
of William Mackay. O’Leary had been out of work for some time and had but 
recently secured the position he occupied at death.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, July 3, 1908  P.1
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[cause: accidentally killed]


THOMAS O'LEARY

Mr. Thomas L. O'Leary, age 48 of 2126 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday, 
March 23, 1994, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 1994, at Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Phil Henning will officiate 
with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born December 31, 1945, in Greenwood, Wis., son of Wilson P. O'Leary and 
the late Adeline Boyer Senecal. Tom graduated from Neilsville High School with 
the class of 1963. On May 16, 1980, he married Carolyn Seidl, in Kewaunee, Wis. 
He was a member of Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. He was a 
Vietnam veteran. For 29 years he worked at Metal Ware Corporation as a Tool and 
Die Maker.
Survivors include his wife, Carolyn; three children, Shannon O'Leary and her 
fiance, Gary Zimmermann, both of Manitowoc, Tiki O'Leary, of Manitowoc, Katy 
O'Leary and her fiance, Dan Schweigl, both Manitowoc; a brother, Ken (Linda) 
O'Leary, of Valders; a sister, Karen O'Leary, of Cato; three grandchildren, 
Jayce, Cody, and Jory Thomas; his father, Wilson P. O'Leary, Neilsville; a step 
father, Joseph Senecal, of Manitowoc; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Frank 
and Irma Seidl, of Kewaunee; special neighbors, Louis and Ruth Habeck, of Manitowoc; 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Friday from 5-9 p.m. and 
Saturday at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church from 10 a.m. until the time of 
services at 11 a.m.
Tom was a special person who will be missed by all who knew him, especially his 
wife, children, sister, brother and sister-in-law.
The woods are lovely dark and deep; 
But I have promises to keep; 
And miles to go before I sleep;
And miles to go before I sleep.
Herald Times Reporter, March 24, 1994 P. A2


MARY OLESON

Death Monday morning of 79-year old Mrs. Mary Olson, widow of the late war
veteran Ole C. Olson, in the home of Mr. Liebenow. The funeral was held
yesterday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 06 June 1907 
*****
DIED:
Mrs. Mary Olson died at the residence of C. Liebenow on Monday morning, aged 
seventy-nine years. Mrs. Olson, who was the widow of O.C. Olson, a civil war veteran, 
has made her home with the Liebenow family for the past two years. She is survived 
by a sister residing at Madison. The funeral took place yesterday at 2 p.m., interment 
being at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, June 6, 1907 pg. 1


O.C. OLESON   (Ole Oleson)

42nd Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry, Co. D
Residence at time of enlistment was Fairwater, WI

Enlisted: September 7, 1864 as a Private from Fairwater, WI.

Mustered Out: June 20, 1865 at Milwaukee, WI

Wife: Mary, 1828-1907

Died: ?January 1892/age 69 yrs./cause: La Grippe

His probable family (?):

1870 Eaton township census:
Ole Oleson age 43; wife Mary age 37; Otmalie(?) age 17; Ole age 12; Andre age 10;
Carline age 5; Mary age 2.
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1880 Eaton twp:
Ole Oleson age 52; Mary age 46; Ole age 22; Andrew age 21; Rachel age 17;
Mary age 12; Trena age 9; Caroline age 7; Minnie age 3; Julia age 1


SIGRIE OLESON

From Der Nord Westen, 07 June 1906:
89-year old Mrs. Sigri Olson died of old age debility in the 
home of her daughter on Thursday last week. She is survived 
by several children. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon.
(Note: Listed with Olson)
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[cause: apoplexy]


ERIC E. OLESEWSKI

Mr. Eric E. Olesewski, 37, of 10422 Francis Creek Road, Two Rivers, died 
Thursday morning, February 14, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Parkside Funeral Home and 10:30 
a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by Rev. Leo J. Schmitt with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
Mr. Olesewski was born March 28, 1947, at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, son of Edward 
Olesewski and the late Vivian Engels Olesewski. Mr. Olesewski was educated in 
Manitowoc School System and graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class 
of 1965. Later, Mr. Olesewski attended Lakeshore Technical Institute, graduating 
in 1978. He married the former Sue Scheinoha on September 1, 1973, at Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Eric served in Vietnam as a Sergeant E-5 
with United States Marine Corps from 1965 to 1969. Eric was an employee of 
Manitowoc Engineering Company from 1974 thru 1982. He was a member of Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church.
Survivors include his wife, Sue; two daughters, Teresa and Trisha Olesewski, 
both at home; his father, Edward Olesewski of Manitowoc; a sister and a brother-
in-law, Nadine and Frank Coons of Manitowoc; two brothers and sisters-in-law, 
Dennis and Janice Olesewski and Bryan and Cindy Olesewski, all of Manitowoc; 
his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Howard and Betty Scheinoha of Solon Springs, 
Wisconsin and other relatives and friends also survived.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday 
afternoon. A prayer service will be held at 8 p.m. led by Deacon Candidate Donald 
Schneider. 
Herald Times Reporter, February 14, 1985  P. 3


MADDISON OLKS

Maddison K. Olks, newborn infant of Andrew and Lori (Fure) Olks, died on March 1, 
2005 at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay. She is survived by her parents, Andrew 
and Lori Olks; brother and sister, Jalaine and James, all of Manitowoc; paternal 
grandparents, George and Joan Olks, Wauwatosa; maternal grandmother and step 
grandfather, JoAnn and Tom Cattanach, Granton; uncles: Matthew Fure, Oshkosh, 
Robert Olks, Milwaukee, Jeffrey Olks, Mequon; aunts, Mary Olks, Wauwatosa, Karen 
Olks, Kirkland, Wash.
Maddison was preceded in death by her twin sister, Lindsey Erin, maternal grandfather, 
James Fure; maternal great grandfather, Clyde Woodward.
Visitation at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1712 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc, is from 4 pm 
until time of service on Tuesday. The funeral service is at 5 pm on Tuesday at 
Redeemer Lutheran Church with the Rev. Ben Squires officiating. Burial is at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.  Malcore Funeral Home of Green Bay is in charge of arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 6, 2005


BETTY MAE OLLENDORF

Betty Mae Ollendorf, age 69, of 2350 S. 23rd St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
June 4, 1994, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
She was born October 7, 1924, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Alfred and 
Mabel Edwards Schwab. She attended schools in Manitowoc. She was employed for 
a number of years at the Mirro Company. She married William Ollendorf October 7, 
1950, in Manitowoc, and the couple residing here.
Survivors include her husband, William, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by four brothers and six sisters.
At her request there will be no services. She will be buried at Evergreen Cemetery. 
The Jens Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 6, 1994 P. A2
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[cremains/married/bur. on Alfred J. Schwaab lot]


WILLIAM W. OLLENDORF

William W. Ollendorf, age 77, of 2354? S. 23rd St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, 
February 12, 1995, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Memorial Services will be held 6 p.m. Monday February 20, 1995, at Reinbold-
Pfeffer Funeral Home. Rev. Richard F. Lind will officiate. His cremated remains 
will be buried later at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born July 5, 1917, in Two Rivers, son of the late Fred and Sadie Wirth 
Ollendorf. He grew up in Two Rivers and attended local schools, graduating from 
Two Rivers High School. He held various jobs including working at Hamilton 
Industries, Two Rivers, Sturgeon Bay Shipyards, Youth Centers in Sturgeon Bay 
and Manitowoc, during the 1940's. He also managed the Badger Bar in Manitowoc. 
For the past 20 years, he was a local disc jockey, known as Mr. Bigg. He was 
married to Betty Schwb October 7, 1950, at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. She 
preceded him in death June 2, 1994. He is a member of the Fraternal Order of 
Eagles Manitowoc Aerie #706. He has been a past trustee of the Aerie #706.
Survivors include many friends.
Friends may gather at 6 p.m. Monday at Reinbold-Pfeffer Funeral Home for his 
Memorial Service.
Herald Times Reporter, February 16, 1995  P. A2 
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[cremains/widower of Betty Ollendorf/bur. on Alfred J. Schwaab lot]


CATHARINE OLM

Mrs. Oscar H. Olm, 70 (photo), former school teacher and active in church and 
women's groups in Manitowoc for many years, died this morning at the home, 
1836 Michigan avenue, following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be 
held at 8:30 a. m. Saturday at the Pfeffer funeral home and at 9 o'clock at 
the Holy Innocents church, the Rev. E. A. Radey officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery. Born Catherine Doolan on a farm in Franklin in 1875, she 
was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Michael Doolan. Her early education 
was in rural schools. She was graduated from high school in this city and later 
from the Oshkosh State Teachers college. She taught in this county, at Marinette 
and Yakima, Wash., both before and after her marriage, until retiring in 1930.
She was married to Oscar Olm, Collins cheese factory operator, in 1918. They 
resided there 10 years before moving to this city. Mrs. Olm was an active member 
of civic and church organizations being a past regent and charter member of the 
Daughters of Isabella. She was a member of the Catholic Women's club and the 
Altar society of the Holy Innocents church. Survivors are the husband; four 
sisters, Mrs. Mary O'Hearn of Franklin, Julia of Milwaukee, Agnes of Springfield, 
Ill., Clara of Franklin; three brothers, John and James of Maple Grove and Bart 
of Iowa. The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 6 p.m.Thursday, where 
the rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday and 8 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times May 15, 1946  pg. 2
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Funeral services for Mrs. Oscar Olm, 70, of 1836 Michigan avenue, who died 
yesterday, will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Holy Innocents church. Burial 
will be in the Evergreen Cemetery. Mrs. Olm at one time was employed at the 
editorial department of the Herald-News. The rosary will be recited by the 
Daughters of Isabella at the Pfeffer funeral home at 7 p.m. tonight and at 8 
o'clock Friday evening by the Altar society and the Rev. E. A. Radley.
Manitowoc Herald Times May 16, 1946  pg. 2
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[d. 05-15-1946/age 70 yrs./wife of Oscar H. Olm]
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Notes from Reedsville:
Miss Catherine Doolan and Mr. Oscar Olm were married at Chicago on 
November 27. The bride is the daughter of Michael Doolan of Franklin. 
She has been a teacher in this county for several years and has 
ranked as one of the best. She is an amiable young lady and has a 
wide circle of friends. She is at present a teacher at Reedsville 
high School and will finish the term.
Mr. Olm owns and operates a cheese factory at Collins. He is a man, 
who when you check his course, shows true mettle. Congratulations.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 12, 1918


JEFFREY OLM

Manitowoc man dies in one-car accident
A 28 year old Manitowoc man was killed in a one vehicle accident Saturday morning 
in the town of Two Rivers in Manitowoc County. Jeffrey M. Olm, who was the driver 
of a pickup truck, was pronounced dead at the scene on East Hill Crest Road, east 
of State Highway 147 about 3:10 am Saturday. He died of a skull fracture said a 
spokesman for the Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department.
Green Bay Press Gazette, Sun., Jul 8, 1990 page B1
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[age 28 yrs./bur. on Robert Dokey lot]


OSCAR H. OLM

Oscar H. Olm, 83, a former Manitowoc resident, died at 3 p.m. Monday at Rocky 
Knoll Sanitarium and Hospital, Plymouth, after a nine months' illness. Funeral 
services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Wittkopp Funeral Home, Plymouth. The 
Rev. G.A. Karpinsky will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. Mr. Olm was born March 29, 1882, in the Town of Herman, son of the 
late Mr. and Mrs. Herman Olm. He married Catherine Doolan Nov. 27, 1919, at 
Waukegan, Ill. He was a cheesemaker and owned and operated the Olm Cheese 
Factory at Collins. He came to Manitowoc in 1919. He worked for Kingsbury 
Breweries, Manitowoc until 1946 and after his retirement moved to Sheboygan 
Falls to live with a brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Pautz. His 
wife died in 1946. He was a member of St. John's Luthern Church, Plymouth. 
Suvivors are four sisters, Mrs. Hulda Draheim of Collins, Mrs. Emil Waak of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. Pautz and Mrs. Carl Brick of Brillion and Jonathan of 
Reedsville. Two brothers and four sisters preceeded him in death. Friends may 
call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday. A memorial has been established. 
Manitowoc Herald Times January 25, 1966 pg. 3
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[d. 1-24-1966, Plymouth, WI/age 83 yrs/cause: rt. Hemiplegia]
(29 Mar 1882/Jan 1966/SSDI)
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Notes from Reedsville:
Miss Catherine Doolan and Mr. Oscar Olm were married at Chicago on 
November 27. The bride is the daughter of Michael Doolan of Franklin. 
She has been a teacher in this county for several years and has 
ranked as one of the best. She is an amiable young lady and has a 
wide circle of friends. She is at present a teacher at Reedsville 
high School and will finish the term.
Mr. Olm owns and operates a cheese factory at Collins. He is a man, 
who when you check his course, shows true mettle. Congratulations.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 12, 1918


SANDRA OLM

Sandra V. Olm, age 46, of 10510 Westview Road, Newton, died Saturday morning, 
March 8, 1997, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 11, 1997, at Jens Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Richard Klingeisen will officiate with burial to follow at 
Evergreen Cemetery
Sandra was born September 20, 1950, at Sheboygan, daughter of Ruth Strick Olm 
Lesperance and the late Edgar F. Olm. She attended the Red Arrow School in 
Cleveland and formerly worked at the Holiday House in Manitowoc. She took great 
pleasure in her family, friends, and her two dogs, Minday and Queeny.
Survivors include her mother, Ruth Lesperance, Newton; her brothers and sisters, 
William (Maryann) Olm, Ione (Larry) Klein, Robert (Kay) OLm, Katie Olm, all of 
Cleveland, Barbara Clark, Sheboygan, Chad (Lynn) Lesperance, Manitowoc. She is 
further survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and many 
good friends. Besides her father, she was preceded in death by one sister, Patty 
Lou Olm.
Relatives and friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home on Monday from 4-8 p.m. 
and on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, March 7, 1997  P. A2
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[bur. on Ruth Lesperance lot]


SYLVIA (WEYER) OLM

Mrs. Sylvia Weyer Olm, age 74, of 6326 Hartlaub Lake Road, Town of Newton, died 
Wednesday, July 3, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 8, 1996, at St. John's 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Newtonburg. Rev. Victor Headrick will officiate 
with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery.
Sylvia was born on January 13, 1922, in the Town of Newton, daughter of the late 
Erwin and Laura Meyer. In 1939, she graduated from Lincoln High School in 
Manitowoc. Her first marriage was to Otto Weyer, in 1947, in Newtonburg. Mr. Weyer 
preceded her in death in 1955. In 1959, she married Romeo Olm. Mr. Olm. preceded 
her in death in 1975. During her lifetime, Sylvia was employed by several different 
businesses including the Herald Times Reporter and the University of Wisconsin 
Center, Manitowoc. Her memberships include St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church and 
the Lakefield Homemakers.
Survivors include eight children, James (Joanne) Olm, Jerry (Peggy )Weyer, Gene 
(Marilyn) Weyer, Sue (Steve) Strieter, all of Newtonburg, Jerry (Karen) Olm, 
Ludington, Mich., Janell (Brian) Fellrath, Luck, Wis., Nona (Steve) Zellner, 
Wauwatosa, Wis., Nancy (Tom) Bownes, Two Rivers; two sisters, Jermaine (Reinhold) 
Stockmeier, Manitowoc, Vivian (Lewellyn) Robley, Valders; one brother-in-law, Myron 
(Marge) Habermann, Manitowoc; one sister-in-law, Edna Meyer, Sturgeon Bay; a special 
friend, Ralph Pleuss; 19 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; other relatives 
and friends. She was preceded in death by one brother, Laverne Meyer; one sister, 
Eunice Habermann; one grandson, Jeff Olm.
Friends may call at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church on Sunday, from 5-8 p.m. and on 
Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
Memorials would be appreciated to the Manitowoc Lutheran High School or St. John's 
Ev. Lutheran Church.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 5, 1996 P. A2
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[age 74 yrs./widow of Otto Weyer and Romeo Olm]


TIMOTHY J. OLM

Timothy J. Olm, age 40, a resident of 7136 Tannery Rd., Two Rivers, died Wednesday, 
July 12, 2000, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 17, 2000, at Harrigan 
Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Gerald Foley will officiate with burial to 
follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Tim was born March 15, 1960, in Manitowoc, son of Edward VanEss and the late Karen 
Dokey VanEss. He graduated from Washington High School, Two Rivers in 1979. He then 
continued his education at Lakeshore Technical College and Northwest Technical 
College. Tim was a close friend and business partner with Bruce Steinhauer at 
Steinie's Auto Repair and 24 Hour Towing Service in Two Rivers. He was a member of 
the Wisconsin ATV Club. Tim appreciated and lived life to it's fullest.
Survivors include his father, Edward VanEss, Whitelaw; his brother, Gregory (Carol) 
VanEss; his sister, Faye (Dan) Kirt, all of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives, and many close friends including Jerry Olm. He was preceded in death by 
his mother; a brother, Jeff; an aunt, two uncles, and his grandparents.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Sunday from 5-8 p.m. and 
Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, July 14, 2000 P. A2


WILLIAM OLM

Many Attend Funeral Rites For William Olm On Monday
Manitowoc, Wis. — Funeral services for William Olm, who passed
away February 2, at a Chicago hospital, were held here last Monday
afternoon, a service at the Wattawa-Urbanek-Schlei Funeral home
being followed by services at the First Presbysterian church, the 
Rev. Mr. Phipps officiating.
Interment was in Evergreen cemetery, six members of the Manitowoc 
Athletic club, of which deceased was president, serving as 
pallbearers.
The many beautiful floral tributes attested to the high esteem in
which Mr. Olm was held in this community. Among the floral pieces 
was one from the Manitowoc county sheriff and deputies association 
of which he was a member, one from the North Western employes in 
this city, one from the Manitowoc Athletic association, one from 
the Association of Manitowoc Draymen, one from the Nespor’s Monument 
works, one from the Groffman drug store and many others.
Mr. Olm was a deputy sheriff under Sheriff Norman Berkedal, and one 
of his superiors gave the following simple but fine tribute, “We all
liked Bill. We knew we always could depend on him.”
Immediate survivors are his widow, nee Miss Hattie Eggert, to whom 
he was married July 1, 1922, at the Grace Congregational church
in Two Rivers; two daughters, Flora Ann, aged 4, and Wilma Mae,
aged 9 1/2 years; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Olm of Meeme; 
a brother, Edgar of Manitowoc, and a sister, Mrs. Viola Roethel who
lives near Kiel. Other survivors include his father and mother-in-
law, Mr. and Mrs. Gust Eggert, a sister-in-law, Miss Dorothy Eggert
of Manitowoc; three brothers-in-law, Rone Roethel, near Kiel; Dr.
Floyd Eggert, head of the U. S. Biological plant near Kenosha, and
Lee Eggert, county superintendent of schools in Kenosha county, and
a nephew, Wilfred Roethel.
Coming from away to attend the services were: Mrs. Bertha Schumann, 
Frederick Schumann and son, Frederick, Jr.; Louis Gosse, Mr. and
Mrs. Henry Fromme, Mrs. Otto Dinz, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Laux and
Otto Mueller of Chicago; Mr. and Mrs. John Stephenson, August Olm,
Mr. and Mrs. Lester Knack, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Zimmermann, Mr. and
Mrs. Adolph Zimmermann of Sheboygan; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gosse of Elkhart 
Lake; Mr. and Mrs. John Gosse of Random Lake; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bender
and son, Rudolph; Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Sommer, Mr. and Mrs. Louis 
Zimmermann, Mr. and Mrs. George Zimmermann, Mr. and Mrs. Walter
Zimmermann, Mrs. Arw. Hartmann, Mr. and Mrs. George Athrop and Arno 
Melger of Cleveland.
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Schreiber, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Kenneke, Miss Emma and 
Herbert Bunge, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Henschel, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Henschel, 
Mr. and Mrs. George Koehne, the Peter Laux family, Mr. and Mrs. David Laux,
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hoppe, Mr. and Mrs. Roland Schreiber, Mr. and Mrs.
Edwin Schreiber and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Witthuhn of Kiel; Jack Schmidt of 
Relavan; Mr. and Mrs. August Winkel and family, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Rhodes 
and son, Harry; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Henschel, Miss Irene Henschel, Mr. 
and Mrs. Louis Voss Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Roethel, Harry Roethel, Mr. 
and Mrs. Louis Fintlemann, Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Hensehel, Mr. and Mrs.
Frank Bechle and Mr. and Mrs. G. Seffert from near Meeme. - 1940
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[d. 02-02-1940 at Chicago, IL/age 40 yrs./cause: result of absess of the 
spleen and recent hemorrhage of abdomen/bur. on Gust Eggert lot]
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At a pretty wedding at Grace Congregational church in the city Saturday, Miss 
Hattie Eggert, daughter of Register of Deeds, Gus Eggert, became the bride of 
William Olm of Meeme. Miss Agnes Griebe of Auburndale, a schoolmate of the 
bride was maid of honor and Mrs. Rene Roether was bridesmaid. Floyd Eggert, a 
brother of the groom, was groomsman. The wedding was attended by immediate 
relatives and was followed by a wedding dinner at the home of the groom's 
parents. Mr. and Mrs. Olmm left later in the day on an automobile trip and will 
later make their home at Cleveland. The bride has been one of the popular 
teachers of the county and Mr. Olm is employed at Kiel.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 6, 1922


LYDIA B. OLMSTED

DIED:
On Monday night, September 7, Mrs. Lydia B. Olmmsted, aged 68 years.
Mrs. Olmsted came to this place, from New York State about 12 years ago. During 
this long residence she has drawn around her a large circle of warm friends, who 
will always cherish her memory.
For a number of years past she has been in feeble health, but during all her 
suffering, her goodness of heart was especially noticeable, for she always had 
a gentle word for those who visited her.
The funeral took place yesterday at the residence of her son, and was largely 
attended.
Manitowoc Tribune  Thursday, September 10, 1868  pg. 4
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In this village, on the 7th inst., of consumption, Mrs. Lydia B. Olmsted, in the 
68th year of her age.
Deceased was the mother of Colonel T. G. Olmsted and Mrs. J. C. Barnes, of this 
village. She was born in Vermont, and resided for twenty-nine years in Western 
New York, from which State she came to Manitowoc with her children thirteen years 
ago. Mrs. Olmsted had long been sinking under the painful malady which terminated 
in her death, but bore her affliction with remarkable patience and Christian 
resignation. Kind and thoughtful for the comfort of others, even while suffering 
herself, and amiable and exemplary in her life always, she won the love and respect 
for all her knew her. Hers was the fitting close of a well spent life, and she went 
to her reward peacefully and hopefully, ministered to in her last moments by those 
she loved best, and who did all in their power to make her declining days pleasant.
Manitowoc Plot, September 1, 1868  P. 1
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(age 68 yrs./from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)


TENYK G. OLMSTED

From Der Nord Westen, 28 Feb. 1878:
Death of Judge Teneyck G. Olmsted on Tuesday afternoon after an illness 
of only a few hours. He was born in Steuben Co., NY and lived in Manitowoc 
Co. for 25 years. He served as Lt. Col. In the 27th Infantry and for five 
years was elected County Judge.
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Ten Eyck G. Olmsted/d. 26 Feb. 1878/age 45 yrs./cause: apoplexy/from record 
of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc.
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Milwaukee Daily Sentinel, (Milwaukee, WI) 
Friday, March 01, 1878; pg. 2; Issue 52; col C 
Correspondence of the Sentinel
Manitowoc, Feb. 28-The death of Col. T.G. Olmstead, of this city, 
is deserving to more than the brief telegraphic announcement in 
Wednesday's Daily Sentinel. Deceased was born at Howard, N.Y., 
February 1833, received an academic education and like many of 
his acquaintances,  sought his fortune at the West in early life. 
He settled here about the year 1854, and quietly took his position 
in society as a young man of excellent abilities and attainments, 
liked by all. In politics he was a Democrat, and received at the 
hands of his party many political honors appreciative of their 
estimate of his worth and ability. He was elected and served on or 
more terms as Clerk of the Circuit Court of Manitowoc County, and 
one terms as County Judge. In 1861 he married Miss Liza Cole of 
Kenosha, who survived but four years, and died a loved and loving 
wife. Immediately after President Lincoln's call to 600,000 men, 
deceased was commissioned captain, and empowered to raise a company 
here. This was done principally through his efforts, and mustered 
in as Co. D. 27th Reg't Wis. Vols. Capt. Olmstead was early promoted 
to Major, and later to Lieut-Colonel of the 27th Reg't. In 187? 
deceased purchased a controlling interest in the "Manitowoc Pilot", 
and continued editor and proprietor thereof to his death.
Ten Eyck, (as his friends call him) was favorite with all, generous 
and noble-hearted to a fault, always discharging his official duties 
honestly and faithfully, no stain of dishonor or corruption ever 
attaching to him. He leaves behind an untarnished record as a faithful 
public servant. His charities were never paraded before the public, 
yet no need applicant left him unsatisfied, if within his power to 
help; and many in the silent prayer that will be offered for the 
benefit of the dea??. Funeral services of the deceased were held at 
St. James Church on Wednesday afternoon with a very large attendance.

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DEATH OF T. G. OLMSTEAD
Just as we go to press the telegraph flashes the intelligence that T.G. Olmsted died suddenly at 2 pm today (Tuesday) of gangrene of the stomach. He had been a resident of Manitowoc, we believe since 1856, was for several terms Clerk of the Circuit Court, acted a prominent part in the late war to suppress the rebellion, having gone with the 27th as Major and returned Lieutenant Colonel of same. At the conclusion of the war he engaged in different kinds of business at Manitowoc until five or six years ago he assumed sole charge of the Manitowoc Pilot and five years ago was elected county judge of ManitowocCounty. He was a forcible writer, an impartial judge, a loving son to his aged mother, to whom in her last sickness he devoted his whole time to the exclusion of everything else, a happy, genial and pleasant companion, who had but one enemy and that, himself. – Chronicle
Manitowoc Tribune – Thurs., Feb. 28, 1878 
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Major Olmsted's remains were interred in Evergreen Cemetery yesterday afternoon, a large number of our citizens attending the ceremony in token of their regard for the deceased and his relatives. The Major, like all of us, had faults, but we believe he was himself, his worst enemy and there is no one but will attest to his kindness of heart.
Manitowoc Tribune – Thurs., Feb. 28, 1878 
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DEATH OF COL. OLMSTED
We find the following obituary notice in the Kewaunee Enterprise from the pen of John M. Read, who knew the deceased well and had frequent occasion to observe the good qualities with which he so truly credits him:
“The announcement of the death of Col. T.G. Olmsted which occurred at Manitowoc on Tuesday, will be received with sadness in this county where he was well known and to those who served with him in the late war the news will bright a feeling akin to that of personal bereavement.
“TenEyck G. Olmsted was born in Steuben County, N.Y., and came to Manitowoc nearly twenty-five years ago. His brilliant natural parts, his frank and genial manners, his faculty of winning friends, not by any effort, by sheer force of kindness of heart and his sunshiny nature, at once made him popular in his new home and he was elected Clerk of the Circuit Court when barely 21 years of age. Shortly afterward he was admitted to the bar, but never entered actively upon the practice of the law. When the Twenty-Seventh Infanty was organized in 1862, he wa commissioned as Major and later as Lieutenant Colonel, serving until the end of the war. After the close of the war he engaged in mercantile pursuits until six years ago when he became editor and publisher of the Manitowoc Pilot and continued as such until his death. Five years ago he was elected County Judge and held that office until the expiration of his term two months ago.
“As a public official or a private citizen, he was a poor dress parade soldier and a poor disciplinarian but his contempt of danger and his ever watchful care for the intersts and comfort of the men in his regiment commanded their respect and won their lasting friendship. As a newspaper conductor, he was independent in his opinions and had an original, forcible way of expressing them which made his influence felt when he chose to exert it. High-spirited, ann utter stranger to fear and quick to resnt a real or fancied injury, his heart was yet as tender as a woman's and the poor and distressed had ever a friend in him, manly and true-hearted in all things, he never yielded to an enemy and he never forsook a friend.
“With his abilities – with his opportunites – there is no place of trust or honor among his fellow citiizens of Wisconsin to which he might nont have risen. It might have been. But one besetting vice, growing out of his own genial, social nature, fastened itself upon him and step by step, led him downward and injured his business, destroyed his influence, clouded his intellect, wrecked his health, brought anguish to hearts he loved and laid him in the grave in the meridian of his manhood. Strong drink has brought many a good man low, but rarely a better one than he, its latest brilliant, chivalrous, warm-hearted victim. Green be the grass above the grave, old friend. Hail and farewell”
Manitowoc Tribune - Thurs., Mar. 7, 1878 

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(The following is his wife's death notice):
From the Files of the Pilot - Fifty Years Ago (1865)
Death of a Manitowoc Lady
We learn that letters have been received announcing the death of the wife of Lt. 
Col. T.G. Olmsted, at Little Rock, Ark. This is sad news to her many friends in 
this village.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 1, 1915


AMANDA OLP

Mrs. Herman Olp, 90, of 722 S. 31st St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
evening at Maple Crest Home, Whitelaw.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. N.W. Kock will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Olp, nee Amanda Strothoff, was born March 9, 1881, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Herman and Louise Krueger Strothoff. She was 
married to Herman Olp June 18, 1902, at Manitowoc. Mrs. Olp was a 
member of the Ladies Aid Society of First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death in 1939.
Survivors include a son, Elmer of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Roy 
(Norma) Woerfel of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Louise Dittmer of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. Lillian Hacker of Milwaukee; four grandchildren 
and two great grandchildren. A daughter, a brother and three sisters 
preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 9, 1972
*******
[d. 02-08-1972/age 90 yrs./widow of Herman Olp]


AUGUST W. OLP

From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-Five Years Ago - (1895)
August Olp of this city died on Friday of last week aged 18. He had been 
in the employment of his brother.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 29, 1920
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[cause: tubercular ulceration]


EDITH L. OLP

Miss Edith L. Olp, 41, of 913 South 12th street, died Tuesday afternoon at 
Holy Family hospital after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the residence and 2 p.m. at 
the First German Evangelical Lutheran church, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger offic-
iating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Miss Olp was born in Manitowoc in 1905. She was a graduate of the Manitowoc 
Business college and for 23 years was a cost accountant at the Aluminum Goods 
Manufacturing company. She had always been active in church affairs and was a 
Sunday school teacher for many years.
Survivors include her mother, Mrs. Herman Olp; a brother, Elmer and a sister, 
Mrs. Roy Woerfel, all of Manitowoc. 
The body may be viewed at the residence from 10 a.m. Thursday until time of 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 13, 1946  P. 2
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[Edith Lillian/d. 11-12-1946/age 41 yrs./bur. on Amanda Olp lot]


ELDA P. OLP

Mrs. Elmer H. (Elda P) Olp, 63, of 1313 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died 
Saturday afternoon in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will 
be 1:30 pm Wednesday in St. John United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Gerald Schrankler will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Olp, nee Eda Ansorge, was born April 10, 1915 in Newtonburg, daughter of 
the late Ernst and Meta Schmidt Ansorge. She was educated in Manitowoc schools 
and was a member of St. John United Church of Christ. She married Elmer H. Olp 
Nov. 12, 1940 in Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, Elmer; a son, Ellis of Manitowoc; three brothers, 
Louis of Cato, Herbert of Manitowoc and Frederick of Manitowoc.  
There will be no visitation in the funeral home and the family request that no 
flowers be sent.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, Sept. 5, 1978 page 3
*******
[wife of Elmer Olp]


ELDEN H. OLP

Elden H. Olp, 27, of 1313 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday night in a 
snowmobile accident.
Funeral services have been tentatively set for 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. 
John United Church of Christ, Manitowoc.
There will be no visitation and the family requests that friends please omit 
flowers. Complete obituary will be announced Wednesday by the Urbanek and 
Schlei Funeral Home.
*******
Elden H. Olp, 27, of 1313 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday evening.
Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. John United Church 
of Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gerald Schrankler officiated and burial was 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Olp was born Jan. 28, 1946, at Manitowoc, son of Elmer and Elda Ansorge 
Olp. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1964. He had 
been employed at Imperial Eastman Corp. of Manitowoc since 1966. He was a 
member of St. John United Church of Christ.
Survivors include his parents and a brother, (private), uncles, aunts and 
cousins. His grandparents preceded him in death.
Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, was in charge of funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2, 1974  P. 23
*******
[son of Elmer H. and Elda P. Olp]


ELMER H. OLP

Elmer H. Olp, 79, formerly of 1313 S. 15th Street, Manitowoc, died Thursday 
afternoon, September 27, 1990 at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 1:30 pm Saturday at St. John United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. Rev. 
Robert Meyer will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
He was born March 8, 1911 at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, son of the late Herman and 
Amanda Strothoff Olp. He grew up and was educated in Manitowoc and graduated 
from Lincoln High School. As a young man he worked for Strothoff Grocery Store 
and then worked at Rahr Malting company and retired from Busch Agricultural 
Company in March of 1975. He married the former Elda P. Ansorge on November 17, 
1940 at Manitowoc. She preceded him in death September 2, 1978. He was a member 
of St. John United Church of Christ.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Ellis and Rochelle Olp of 
Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends survive. He was 
preceded in death by a son, Eldon in 1973 and two sisters.
There will be no Friday evening visitation. Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Sept. 28, 1990 page A10
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[widower of Elda P. Olp]


EMMA L. OLP

Mrs. George A. (Emma L.) Olp, 92, formerly of 2810 Harding Place and now of 
Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Monday morning, November 24, at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Edmund E. Olson will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Olp, nee Emma L. Hill, was born Oct. 18, 1888, at Chicago, Ill., daughter 
of the late John and Anna Wenndorf Hill. She was educated in Chicago schools 
and was married to Geroge A. Olp Sept. 25, 1907, at Manitowoc. He preceded her 
in death in 1947. Mrs. Olp had been employed with Lakeside Packing Company, 
National Tinsel Company and for 17 years with Mirro Corporation, retiring in 
1960. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and former member of the 
Ladies Aid Society of the church and Royal Neighbors of America.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, George R. and Barbara Ann Olp of 
Stoughton; a sister, Mrs. Elsie Coogan of Holywood (sic), Fla., and four grand-
children, Mrs. Gary (Cindy) Anderson and Michael Olp of Stoughton, Steven Olp 
of Madison and Patricia Olp of Beloit and a great granddaughter, Jennifer 
Anderson. A brother, John Hill and a sister, Mrs. Anna Hansen preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 o'clock to 
9 o'clock this Tuesday afternoon and at the church from noon Wednesday until 
the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, November 25, 1980 P.3
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[widow of George A. Olp/bur. on Mrs. Julius H. Olp lot]


GEORGE W. OLP

George W. Olp, 64, of 407 St. Clair street, died at home this morning after a 
lingering illness.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at the St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran 
church, the Rev. N. A. Berntson officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Mr. Olp was born in Cooperstown in 1883. He came to Manitowoc when 11 years old 
and attended local schools. He moved to his last address in 1940. He married 
Emma L. Hill in 1907. For 35 years Mr. Olp was with Olp’s department store. He 
also was caretaker at Lakeview park for six years. He was always active in sports, 
especially bowling.
He is survived by his wife; a son, George R. Olp Jr., of Manitowoc; and two 
brothers, Anton of Reedsville and Robert of Manitowoc.
The body may be viewed at the Shimek and Schwartz funeral home from 2 p.m. Sunday 
until 10:30 a.m. Monday, when it will be moved to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 23, 1947  P. 2
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[died 08-23-1947/age 64 yrs/for bur. on Julius Olp lot]


HERMAN W. OLP

Herman Olp, 64, Aluminum Goods employe, died yesterday afternoon at his home, 
913 South 12th street, following an illness of seven months.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 from the home and two 
o’clock from the German Evangelical Lutheran church, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger 
officiating. Burial will be made in the Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Olp was born in the town of Cooperstown on November 26, 1874. He was married 
37 years ago to Amanda Strothoff, who survives him. He worked for the Aluminum 
Goods company for 23 years, and prior to that operated a retail store on South 
Eighth street. 
Survivors, besides the widow, include two daughters, Edith and Norma, at home; 
a son, Elmer, at home; three brothers, Robert and George of Manitowoc and Anton 
of Reedsville; and a sister, Mrs. Rose Kuentz, Manitowoc.
The body will be removed to the residence late this afternoon from the Leschke 
funeral home. Edward L. Kohls, funeral director, in charge.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 23, 1939   P. 2
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[d. 03-22-1939/age 64 yrs./cause: carcinoma of stomach/husband of Amanda Olp]


IDA S. OLP

Mrs. Robert Olp, 85, of 436 North Sixth St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning 
at the home, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born Ida Dabbert at Alverno in 1868 (sic) and in 1892 was married to 
Roert Olp, Manitowoc department store operator.
Survivors are the husband; two daughters Mrs. Ted Weina of Manitowoc, Mrs. 
George Schroeder of Manitowoc Rapids; son, Walter, of Manitowoc; four grand-
children and three great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 24, 1953 P.19
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[d. 07-24-1953/age 85 yrs./wife of Robert Olp]


JOHANNA C.W. OLP

Death Sat., following a long illness, of 63-yr. old Mrs. Johanne Olp at 
the home of her sister, Mrs. Carl H. Schmidt. She was the widow of Julius 
Olp who died a year ago. The deceased, nee Nass, came from Germany with 
her parents as a child. The family settled in Town Cooperstown, where the 
deceased lived until her husband’s death, when she moved to Manitowoc. 
(Description of the doctor’s inability to establish a diagnosis.) Her 
illness weakened her more and more, accompanied with terrible pain, so 
that one might consider her death as a release. Mrs. Olp leaves 4 sons 
–robert, Hermann and George here, and Anton in Reedsville, as well as a 
daughter, Mrs. Paul Paape in Milwaukee. In addition there are 4 sisters 
–Mrs. Carl H. Schmidt here, and Mrs. Robert Olp, Mrs. August Schlei, and 
Mrs. Wilhelm Buth in Cooperstown. The funeral was held Tues. from the 
Lutheran Church.
Der Nord Westen, 27 Oct. 1904
********
Mrs. Hanna (sic) Olp died after a month’s illness at her home, 2111 Washington 
St., on Saturday, Oct. 22. Born March 1___441 (sic), in the province of Pomerania, 
Germany, she came to America with her parents in 1855 and located at Cooperstown, 
from where she subsequently removed to this city. She had been a resident here 
for the past twelve years. In 1859 she was married to Julius Olp. Her husband died 
eleven years ago. Five children survive to mourn her death. They are: Robert, 
Herman and George, all of this city; Anton, Reedville; and Mrs. Paul Paape of 
Milwaukee. The funeral took place Tuesday from the German Lutheran church.
The Manitowoc Pilot, October 27, 1904
********
[cause: kidney disease]


JULIUS H.W. OLP

Death on Mon., 11 June, of Julius Olp of intestinal disease, here in 
Manitowoc. The deceased was born 17 June 1836 on the Island of Wollin, 
Province of Pomerania. He came to the United States in 1849, spent 
about 5 yrs. in Milwaukee, and then came to Cooperstown with his brothers 
Ludwig and Robert Olp. In 1859 he married Johanna Nass, a marriage blessed 
with 14 children, of whom 8 preceded their father in death. 5 boys and a 
girl survive their father, along with his widow. His intestinal illness 
began about 2 yrs. ago, making it difficult to continue farming, which he 
gave up in Jan. of this year and came to Manitowoc. On Wed. of last week
he suffered a new attack and despite feeling better on Sun. he declined on 
Mon. and died that evening. The funeral will take place this afternoon in 
the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 14 June 1894 
********
Julius Olp died in this city on Monday evening last. He was born in Pomerania 
June 17, 1836 and came to the United States in 1849. He lived 5 years in Milwaukee 
when he moved to Cooperstown with his brothers. Here he lived until January 1894 
when he came to this city. He was married in 1859 to Johanna Nass with whom he had 
14 children, six of whom survive. His funeral took place this afternoon from the 
residence on Ninth street.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, June 14, 1894 P. 4
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[cause: obstruction of the bowels]
********
(First publication July 12th 1894.)
Order for Proof of Will
STATE OF WISCONSIN.
COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY.
In the matter of the estate of Julius Olp, deceased. In Probate.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of Julius 
Olp of Manitowoc, in said county, having been delivered into said court.
And Hannah Olp, of Manitowoc, in said county, having presented to said court her 
petition in writing duly verified, representing, among other thing (sic) that 
said Julius Olp died testate, at Manitowoc, in said county, on the 11th day of 
June, 1893 (sic); 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 matter 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 
August 1894, 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 herof (sic) for three successive weeks, once each week, 
previous to the time of said hearing in the Nord-Westen a newspaper published in 
said Manitowoc county.
Dated June 10th, 1894.
By the Court:
E.(sic)E. Manseau, County Judge.
Baensch & Chloupek, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, Thursday, July 26, 1894 P. 5
(NOTE: The year is off in this notice)


KARL A. OLP

My journey here on earth has ended. Through baptism I became God's own dear 
child.
He loved me enough to send His own dear Son to die on the cross and take away 
all my guilt. He not only died for me, but He rose from the dead on the third 
day. That assures me that though my soul is already safe in Heaven, one day I 
too will be resurrected from the grave and I'll stand before God and His angels 
in my glorified body ready to claim my home in Heaven for all eternity.
This I know and this I believe because God's Word promises that to me.
For me to live is Jesus; to die is gain for me.
Karl A. Olp, a resident of 2000 Kellner St., Manitowoc, entered into eternal 
life on Monday, March 22, 2010, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Karl was born on Jan. 25, 1926, in Millersville to the late John and Frieda 
Bubolz Olp. He graduated from Brillion High School, and then enlisted with the 
United States Navy. Karl served during World War II in the Pacific Theater as a 
radio operator on the aircraft carrier Ticonderoga. On June 5, 1949, Karl married 
Gwendolyn Rusch at St. John St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church in Reedsville. 
After serving an apprenticeship, Karl worked as a compositor at the Herald Times 
Reporter in Manitowoc for 33 years. He was a member of First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church in Manitowoc, and served on the church council and school board.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
Karl was preceded in death his parents, one daughter: Karen Crawford; one sister: 
Helen Bratz; one sister-in-law: Lavida Behnke; and three brothers-in-law: Helmuth 
Rusch, Waldemar Behnke and Harold Bratz.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday, March 25, 2010, at First 
German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc from 9 a.m. until the time of the 
funeral service at 11 a.m. The Rev. Benjamin Schaefer will officiate with burial 
to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, N. 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Karl's family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the staff of the 
Manitowoc Health Care and Rehabilitation Center and Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center for the care and compassion they provided.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials to either Manitowoc 
Lutheran High School or First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Herald Times Reporter, March 24, 2010


ROBERT G. OLP

Robert G. Olp, 91, pioneer Manitowoc merchant, who resided at 712 Chicago St., 
died Friday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following an illness 
of a year.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Theophil Uetzmann officiating, with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Born at Cooperstown on Dec. 19, 1864, Mr. Olp married Ida Dobbert 60 years ago 
and the couple located at Manitowoc. For a number of years Mr. Olp operated a tin 
shop and then opened the R. G. Olp Department Store in the building now occupied 
by Westphal Hardware. After he retired from operation of that store he opened a 
stove store on Chicago Street. Mrs. Olp died three years ago.
He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. George Schroeder of Manitowoc Rapids and 
Mrs. Ted Wienn of Manitowoc; a son, Walter of Manitowoc; four grandchildren and 
three great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 4, 1956   P. 13
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[d. 02-03-1956/age 91 yrs.]


WALTER C. OLP

Mr. Walter C. Olp, 91, of 410A North 6th Street, Manitowoc, died Tuesday, March 
5, at his home.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and 
Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Deacon William Klein will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Olp was born September 4, 1893, in Manitowoc, son of the late Robert and Ida 
Dobbett Olp. He was employed with his father at Olp's Store from 919 to 1956. Mr. 
Olp was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in World War I from May 15, 
1918 to July 15, 1919.
Survivors include friends.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, at the 
time of services on Saturday.
Herald Times Reporter, March 8, 1985  P. 3
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[bur. on Mr. Robert Olp lot]


ELIZABETH L. OLSEN

Elizabeth L. Olsen, age 83, of 1306 S. 32nd St., Manitowoc, died on Monday 
evening, Nov. 22, 2010, at Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center, 
Manitowoc.
She was born on Oct. 22, 1927, in Mishicot, daughter of the late Oscar and 
Helen (Sturm) Benzinger. On Sept. 10, 1949, she married Wilfred C. Olsen at 
Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. He preceded her in death on June 7, 
1993. Elizabeth was employed at Mirro Aluminum Company for many years until 
her retirement. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) 
She was also preceded in death by two sisters: Helen and Lila; twin infant 
brothers; two brothers: Oscar Jr. and Franklin; a sister-in-law: Gladys; and 
a brother-in-law: Gordon Olson (sic).
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 26, 2010, at St. Francis 
of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial 
will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen. Burial will take place at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, 
Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 26, 2010, until 10:45 a.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 24, 2010


HANNAH OLSEN

Mrs. Paul Olson (sic) of this city died on Friday morning last after a long 
illness. She was 30 years of age and leaves three children.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 25, 1895  pg. 3
*********
[Hannah OLSON/cause: consumption]


LEILA ESTER OLSEN

Elia Olsen
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1872-2004
Name	Elia Olsen
Color/Sex  W F
Age  5 mo
Father  Paul Olsen
Mother  Torrison
Death Date  6 Nov 1894
Cause of Death  Enterolotitis
Death County  Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Burial ground  Ev
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1872-2004"
*****
-buried 11-06-1894
-age 7 months
-cause: consumption of the bowels
-buried on Elmer Ohlsen lot


LESTER OLSEN / OLESON

Death Mon. of a 10-week old son of local resident 
Gustav Olson of child cholera.
Der Nord Westen, 20 Sep. 1900
********
(Note: I asked the cemetery office if this could be the right one and 
here is the response:
"The date and cause of death seem to match. The age is off a few weeks.
Burial Register Has Lester Oleson, Male, Age 1m 3d, Born In Manitowoc, 
Cause Of Death:  Cholera Infantum
The other burials on the lot are Olsen.
I have a Gustav Olson buried here who seems about the right age, but he 
is on another lot.")


PAUL O. OLSEN

Paul Ohlsen(sic), 81, a resident of Manitowoc for 30 years, died 
Friday afternoon at one O'clock at his home in Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at two o'clock in the 
chapel at the Frazier Mortuary with the Rev. R.B. Walden, pastor of 
St. Paul's Lutheran church, officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen. 
The body may be viewed from 3 o'clock Sunday afternon (sic) until the 
hour of the funeral.
Mr. Ohlsen was a native of Norway. He came to this country as a boy 
and resided here until about 1903. He was employed as a salesman for 
many years, making his home in Milwaukee. In 1887 he married Miss 
Hannah Thorsen of this city. She died in 1895. Survivors are one 
daughter, Mrs. Eric Radant of Wausau; four sons, Milton of Wausau, 
Clyde and George of Chicago and Elmer of Manitowoc; two brothers, 
Gust of this city and Peter of Madison; one sister, Mrs. Alfred Bark 
of California, 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, April 17, 1943 P.3
*******
[Paul O./d. 04-16-1943 at Milwaukee, WI/bur. on Elmer Ohlsen lot-his son]


WILFRED C. OLSEN    (d. 1993)

Wilfred C. Olsen, age 66, of 1306 S. 32nd St., Manitowoc, died Monday, June 7, 
1993, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 10, 1993, at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, and 11 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating 
at the Mass of Christian burial will be Rev. Anthony Wieczorek O.Praem with burial 
at Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born May 1, 1927, at Lesser, Wis., Shawano County, son of the late 
Lawrence T. and Rebecca Severson Olsen. He married Elizabeth Benzinger September 10, 
1949, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. Mr. Olsen was employed as a 
welder/set-up man with the Stock Mfg. Company, Newton, Wis., until his retirement 
on January 4, 1991. He was a member and past president of the Green Bay Deaf Club 
and St. Boniface Catholic Church.
Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth Olsen, Manitowoc; three daughters and a son-in-
law, Elissa Olsen, New York, Lorna Sharer, Ind., Yvonne and David Catt, Ind.; a brother 
and sister-in-law, Gordon and Annette Olsen, Iola, Wis.; three sisters and one brother-
in-law, Esther and Lee Wilhelm, Iola, Wis., Lorraine Kuchma, Milwaukee, Gladys Lein, 
Embarrass, Wis.; seven grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
survive.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, where a prayer service 
will be held at 7 p.m. by Father Tony.
Herald Times Reporter, June 8, 1993 P. A2


ANDERS OLSON    (d. 1887)

Mr. Andrew Olson, for many years a resident of this city, died 
yesterday morning of cancer of the throat. He was a gentleman who 
enjoyed the respect and confidence of all who knew him.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, December 15, 1887 P. 3
********
[cause: cancer]


ANDREW OLSON    (d. 1883)

A man named Andrew Olson was killed last Friday in the town of Cato at
Olson's Mill, by falling off a roof which he was engaged in shingling. He
went over the ridge pole of the roof for the purpose of making a rope fast.
No one knew how he fell, as there was a scaffolding four feet wide at the
side of the roof from which he fell. He lived only eight hours after the
accident occurred. He was a resident of the city, 30 years of age and
unmarried.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 5, 1883
*******
[burial register has buried Andrw Olson, age 23, $2.50/Missing the “e” in Andrew]


ANDREW OLSON    (d. 1889)

A sailor named Andrew Olson, a resident of Chicago, was struck with a boom on 
Saturday night while a distance of 80 miles from this place. The boat put into 
this place to have his wounds dressed. The man had his lower jaw and his cheek 
bone broken and his scalp was badly cut. On Tuesday he died.
Manitowoc Pilot, April 25, 1889  P. 3
*********
[age 23 yrs./cause: killed by falling from a room]
(Note: Room in the record may be mis-read?)


ANNA OLSON  (d. 1923)

MRS. SAM OLSEN (sic) DIES AFTER LIFE LONG ILLNESS
After an illness of almost forty years Mrs. Samuel Olson, 1214 New 
York avenue, died at her home Friday afternoon at two thirty o'clock. 
Mrs. Olson, nee Anna Michelsen, was born in this city September 22, 
1859, and has made her home here all her life. She was married to 
Samuel Olson September 1, 1880, and two children blessed their union 
but both died in their infancy. A large circle of friends mourn the 
loss of Mrs. Olson, who despite her illness, which made it impossible 
for her to associate much with the outside world, was a patient and 
loving person.
The only surviving relatives besides her husband are two nephews 
Arthur and Walter Barrie both of this city.
The funeral will be held Monday afternoon from the home at two thirty 
o'clock the Rev. Symonds officiating, and the burial will be at 
Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, January 20, 1923 P. 8
********
[bur 01-22-1923/cause: acute dilation of the heart/bur. on Michael 
Michalson lot]


ANNA S. OLSON    (d. 1996)

Anna S. Olson, age 94, formerly of 716 N. 6th St., Manitowoc, died early Sunday 
morning, September 1, 1996, at the Park Lawn Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, September 5, 1996, at St. Paul 
Evangelical Lutheran Church. Rev. Robert Simensen will officiate with burial at 
Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Anna Kloida was born November 27, 1901, at Lena, Wis., daughter of the 
late Wenzel and Maggie Fait Kloida. She attended schools at Lena. On November 25, 
1919, she married John M. Olson at Oconto. The couple made their home in Manitowoc. 
He preceded her in death on January 30, 1977. She is a member of St. Paul Ev. 
Lutheran Church and St. Paul Ladies Aide.
Survivors include two sons and three daughters-in-law, Gerald and Marion Olson, 
Manitowoc, Rev. William and Jean Olson, Charlotte, N.C., Agatha Olson, Manitowoc; 
three daughters and two sons-in-law, Lucille and Alfred Bloom, Manitowoc, Idabel 
Bloom, Manitowoc, Jane and Robert Shaw, Sturgeon Bay; 17 grandchildren; a special 
niece, Betty Schultz, Oconto; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also 
survive. She was preceded in death by one son, John; one son-in-law, Ervin Bloom; 
three sisters, Josephine Witak, Marie Graham and Maggie Kuchera; two brothers, 
Frank Kloida and James Kloida.
Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, on Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. and on Thursday at the church from 10 a.m. 
until the time of service.
Memorials would be appreciated to St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church.
Herald Times Reporter, September 3, 1996 P. A2
*********
[widow of John Olson/bur. on George E. and Ida Olson lot


ANNIE OLSON    (d. 1910)

LIFE CLOSES AT AGE OF 90 
Mrs. Anna Olson One of Oldest Residents of County
Calmly and peacefully, like a tired child in sleep, Mrs. Anna Olson, one of 
the oldest residents of the county, passed from earthly life this morning, her 
demise occurring at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Anna Mauritzen on the Plank 
road northwest of the city. For some time, Mrs. Olson’s death had been fore-
shadowed by her enfeebled condition.
Mrs. Olson was a native of Norway, born Dec. 4, 1819, and came to Manitowoc 
county forty years ago with her husband. Mr. Olson died shortly after arrival 
here and Mrs. Olson had made her home with her children, three of whom survive, 
Mrs. Mauritzen and A. Olson of this county and one daughter in Norway whom the 
mother has not seen in a score or more of years. Three grandchildren and three 
great grandchildren also survive. Mrs. Winnie Morrhus and Mrs. F. A. Shelton, 
grandchildren, were at the bedside of Mrs. Olson at death.
The funeral will be held from the Mauritzen home Wednesday at 1 o’clock. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, April 18, 1910  P. 1
*****
[Annie Oleson KNUDSON/cause: exhaustion]


ANTON OLSON

Anton Olson, 88, of 210 N. Fifth St., Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 
South 10th St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Carl W. Peters will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Olson was born March 27, 1886, at Valders, son of the late Gullick and 
Nellie Olson. He married Tillie Levendowsky at Manitowoc. She preceded him 
in death in 1949. Mr. Olson was a lifelong resident of the Manitowoc area and 
owned and operated the Lake View Hotel for 22 years, retiring in 1943.
Survivors include a nephew, Oscar Dick, of Manitowoc and a brother-in-law, 
Alex Miske, of Englewood, Fla. Two brothers and a sister preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 
9 p.m. Sunday and at the church Monday from noon until the time of service. 
Memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. September 21, 1974 P. 12
**********
[d. 09-20-1974/age 88 yrs./husband of Tillie Olson]
(26 Mar 1886/Sep 1974/SSDI)


CARL OLSON    (d. 1939)

Carl Olson, 48, former city fireman and a World war veteran, died Thursday at 
the Veterans Administration hospital at Woods, Wis. He was a patient there, 
after submitting to an operation two months ago at the Mayo clinic.
The body has been brought to Manitowoc, and funeral services will be held 
Saturday at 2 p.m. From the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. 
R .B. Walden officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
A military funeral will be accorded Mr. Olson in charge of the Drews post of 
the American Legion. The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Mr. Olson was born in 1890 at Shirley, Wis. He enlisted in the United States 
army at Fort Snelling, Minn., in 1917 and as a member of Company C went 
overseas for World war service. He returned to the United States in 1919 and 
located in Manitowoc. He served as a city fireman at the Franklin street station 
for several years and then located at Ludington, Mich. 14 years ago to enter the 
lighthouse service. He was later transferred to the Point Sauble lighthouse and 
last year was promoted to keeper at the Beaver island station.
He was an active member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the O.F. B. Lodge at 
Ludington.
Survivors are the widow, Olga; sister, Mrs. Hector Dick of this city; two brothers, 
Anton and Ole, both of this city.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 4, 1939  P. 2
*******
[bur. 08-05-1939/d. Milwaukee, WI/age 49 yrs./cause: carcinoma of the stomach]


CAROLINE OLSON  (d. 1915)

DEATH ENDS YEARS WEARY SUFFERINGS
Death, which came to her early today, released Mrs. Caroline Olson 
from pain suffering of an illness that had made her an invalid for 
years, her demise occurring at the family home at 716 N. Sixth 
street. Mrs. Olson had been in ill health for ten years or more. 
Mrs. Olson was a native of Norway, having been born there in 1843, 
and had been a resident of this city for thirty years. Her husband 
died some years ago and she is survived by three children, two sons, 
Ole, of Chicago, and George, this city. One grandchild survives and 
two brothers and a sister residing in Norway also survive. Funeral 
services will be held Sunday afternoon from St. Paul’s Norwegian 
Lutheran church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, July 08, 1915, Page 5
********
[Carolina Olson/bur. 11 July 1915/cause:diabetis/bur. on John Olson lot]


CARRY H. OLSON

Mrs. Caroline Olson Passes Away Following Long Illness
St. Nazianz, Wis. - Death Thursday evening claimed Mrs. Carolina Olson,
aged 83, at the home of her son, Voida Olson, 1021 N. Twentieth street,
Manitowoc, following a long illness and six days after the death of her
brother, Jacob Heinzen, of Marshfield.
Mrs. Olson, whose maiden name was Caroline Heinzen, was born Nov. 2, 1856,
in Manitowoc Rapids, and in 1890 was united in marriage to Hans C. Olson.
The couple lived in several midwestern cities and prior to locating in
Manitowoc 40 years ago, they lived for a few years in St. Nazianz. Her
husband preceded her in death 10 years ago. Two sons, one 4 and the other 
14 years of age, also preceded her in death.
Survivors are her son, Voida, of Manitowoc; three brothers, Joseph
Heinzen of Phlox, Wis., Peter and Frank of St. Nazianz; one sister,
Mrs. Ben Gehrig of St. Nazianz, and one grandchild.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Wattawa
Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. at Holy Innocents
church in Manitowoc, with interment in the family plot at Evergreen
cemetery in that city. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the hour of 
services.
The Alter society of Holy Innocents church will meet at 8:15 o'clock
tonight to recite the rosary.
(No newspaper named, May 2, 1940)
*********
[d. 05-02-1940/age 83 yrs./cause: carcinoma of liver/bur. on Mrs. H.C. Olson lot]


CHARLES C. OLSON    (d. 1921)

CHARLES OLSON PASSES AWAY AT AGE OF 57 
Charles Olson, a resident of this city since boyhood, died at the home of his 
brother, Louis Olson, 502 Commercial street, last night. For years he had 
suffered from rheumatism and locomotor ataxia, which culminated in paralysis 
last week.
Mr. Olson was a native of Norway and was born November 4, 1864. For years, he 
followed the lakes as a sailor but for twenty years past had been associated 
with his brother in business in this city. He is survived by three children—
one son, Charles F. Olson, being with the United States army of occupation in 
Germany; two daughters, Mrs. L. Kaschnick and Mrs. William DeVan of Chicago; 
one brother, Louis, in this city, and a sister, Mrs. Polson, of Portland, Me. 
The funeral will be held Saturday at 2 o’clock from the Olson home, the Rev. 
Symons officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 16, 1921  P. 1
*******
[bur. 06-18-1921/cause: locomotor ataxia/bur. on Louis Olson lot]


CHARLES F. OLSON    (d. 1923)

CHARLES OLSON, 31, MEETS DEATH IN AUTO ACCIDENT
FATALLY BURNED WHEN GAS TANK EXPLODES AS CAR STRUCK FROM BEHIND
Unusual circumstances of the Tragedy Lead to Probe by the District Attorney-
Charles F. Olson, 31, is dead and Harry Wuellner, 26, is a patient at the 
hospital suffering from severe burns inflicted when he attempted to rescue 
Olson who was literally burned alive under the wrecked Ford car in which the 
two were driving when the gas tank exploded after the car had been thrown 
from the road when hit from the rear by another car, the driver of which has 
not been identified. Olson survived his burns four hours, death resulting at 
the hospital where he was removed, at 5:45 this morning.
Circumstances attending the tragedy are being investigated by Distric Atty. 
Charles E. Brady who is seeking to learn the identity of the unknown car which 
is said to have struck the Olson machine and forced it from the road. The 
driver of the car, according to Wuellner, made no move to stop and disappeared 
in the darkness so rapidly that the number could not be secured. Supporting 
Wuellner's statement of the collision from the rear is the fact that the car 
driven by Olson had a crushed left wheel and its fender was torn off.
Clothing Ignited by Oil
The accident happened one-half mile west of the Sogge corner, on a cut over 
road from the Shoto road to the Town Line, about 1 o'clock this morning. Olson 
was driving a Ford touring car owned by Andrew Beck of the Addison hotel by 
whom Olson was employed. According to Wuellner a big car coming from the rear 
struck the Ford in attempting to pass it and the smaller car was overturned 
in the ditch. As the car turned over there was an explosion and the unfortunate 
man, pinned under the car, was literally roasted alive, his clothing having 
been almost completely burned from his body which was a mass of raw flesh when 
Wuellner finally succeeded in freeing him and wrapping him in his coat. Olson 
was unconscious, when taken from under the car.
Started To Carry Olson
After pulling Olson from under the car and wrapping the injured man in his coat 
Wuellner made his way to the Sogge place and telephoned Dr. Luhman of the 
accident requesting the physician to be at the hospital when Olson reached here. 
He returned to the scene of the wrecked machine and had evidentally started to 
carry Olson to the Sogge place when he was overcome and a few moments later Ray 
and Clement Scott and James Dorey found the two on the road. Wuellner asked them 
to take Olson to the hospital and he would follow later. This was done and the 
speeding car, which was halted by Officer Darbant on its way because of its 
speed, was permitted to proceed when the officer learned of its mission.
Wuellner, who today does not recall clearly the incidents when he dispatched his 
injured associate to the hospital, reached the Sogge place in an exhausted 
condition and was brought to the hospital by E. Sogge, proprietor of the Outside 
Inn. Mr. Sogge at the occasion of the first visit of Wuellner to the place, did 
not grasp the seriousness of the accident and Wuellner did not wait long enough 
to secure aid probably believing that he could convey Olson that far without 
help.
At the hospital it was found that Olson's burns were of a character that gave no 
hope of his surviving, every portion of the body having been burned, the flesh 
in many places being completely burned away. Everything possible was done to 
relieve the suffering of Olson but the shock and burns was too much and death 
came a few hours later.
Wuellner Severely Burned
Although at the time Wuellner did not realize it, he was severely burned in his 
efforts to rescue Olson from under the car. At the hospital it was found that 
his left arm to the elbow was a mass of wounds and his face and right arm were 
seriously burned so that he will be confined at the hospital for some time, 
although his condition is not thought dangerous and he may not suffer permanent 
scars.
Olson's Parents Dead
Charles Olson, victim of the tragedy had made his home here most of his life. 
He was 31 years of age and born at Butte, Mont., being a son of the late Charles 
Olson, who for years conducted the Virginia buffet on Commercial street. Both of 
his parents are dead and Olson made his home with an uncle Louis Olson, Commercial 
street. He is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Agnes Kosnick and Mrs. Eva Wilson, 
both of Chicago. Mrs. Wilson recently visited here and Mrs. Olson, aunt of the 
young man, returned to Chicago with her.
Wuellner, who was the companion of Olson when the accident happened, is a son of 
Henry Wuellner. His injuries are not serious and he will be able to be out in a 
few days.
The two young men had spent Sunday evening together and shortly before midnight 
returned to the Addison House and Olson asked Mr. Beck for permission to use the 
latter's Ford touring car, saying that the men were accompanied by two girls whom 
they desired to take home. After leaving the girls the two men drove out the Shoto 
road and were cutting across to the Green Bay road to return to the city when the 
accident happened.
Funeral arrangements for Olson have not been completed, awaiting word from his 
sisters who are expected here this evening.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, July 23, 1923 P. 1
********
[bur 07-25-1923/cause: burned beneath burning car death due to shock/bur. on 
Louis Olson lot]


CHARLES H. OLSON    (d. 1984)

Charles H. Olson, 56, of 1325 N. 8th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Tuesday, 
March 20, at his residence.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Rev. Theodore J. 
Hendricks will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Olson was born Nov. 17, 1927, at Manitowoc, son of the late Henry and Ellen 
Fink Olson. He married the former Lillian A. Lischka on Nov. 20, 1975, at 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Lillian; two stepdaughters, Mrs. William (Janice) 
Short of Two Rivers and Karen Marshall of Richland Center, Wis.; three brothers 
and sisters-in-law, Harlan and Phyllis Olson, Del and Elizabeth Olson and Donald 
and Audrey Olson of Manitowoc; five stepgrandchildren and nieces and nepthews.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and 
Saturday until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, March 21, 1984, P. 3
********
[bur. on Mrs. Henry Olson lot]


CHRISTEN OLSON  (d. 1920)

Christen Olson, aged eighty-nine, one of the city’s oldest residents, passed 
away at the family home on North Ninth street early this morning. Mr. Olson 
had been identified with the growth of the city, having made this city his 
home since 1854 when Manitowoc was but a village. 
Mr. Olson was born in Grimstad, Norway, March 12, 1831, coming to this country 
at the age of twenty-four. For some time he was foreman at the shipyard owned 
by Green Rand when it was on the south side east of Eighth street bridge, and 
later for Rand and Burger at the dry docks. He was also foreman for many years 
under Hanson and Scove. He retired to ______ at the age of seventy-three. 
In all these years he never failed to attend a meeting pertaining to the schools 
under the district system, was always interested in civic affairs, keeping up 
with the times, and with the exception of this year, never failed to cast his 
ballot. He was a regular attendant at St. Paul’s Norwegian Lutheran church, 
having attended services a week ago.
On May 13, 1860, he was married to Maren Hanson Findahl who preceded him in 
death seven years ago. 
One son, Olaf M. of Spokane, Wash., and four daughters, Mr. C. V. Snyder of 
Sharpsburg, Maryland; Mrs. N. H. Wagner of Racine and Mrs. Nic Dedrich and 
Miss Martha Olson of this city, survive. 
Manitowoc Herald News, September 16, 1920  P. 8 
*******
Funeral services for the late Christen Olson will be held Sunday 
afternoon at two o'clock at St. Paul's Lutheran church, Rev. 
Espeseth officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, September 18, 1920 P.3
********
[cause: chronic nephritis]


CHRISTIAN OLSON   (d. 1931)

CHRIST OLSON PASSES AWAY AT HOSPITAL
"Christy" Olson, old time lake sailor and known more or less widely 
in the city where he had for years made his home, is dead. He passed 
away at the hospital early today after months as a patient there, 
following an injury he received when struck down on the highway by a 
vehicle. The injury was not so serious but an undermined constitution 
failed to withstand the long battle for restoration.
Deceased was 67 years of age and from the time of his boyhood days 
followed the lakes. He is survived by four brothers, Paul, Gustave, 
Charles and Peter and by one sister, Mrs. Alfred Bark, the latter 
residing in California.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 from the Herald 
Frazier mortuary, with burial at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, January 3, 1931 P.7
*******
[cause: apoplexy/bur. on Jens Olson lot]


CLARA A. OLSON

Miss Clara A. Olson, 67, died Sunday afternoon at the Holy Family 
hospital after a long illness. Her home was at 732 North 9th street.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m from the St. Paul Ev. 
Lutheran church, the Rev. R.B. Walden officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery. The body will lie in state at the Frazier Mortuary 
chapel until 10 a.m. Wednesday when it will be taken to the church.
Miss Olson was born in Kewaunee county Feb. 3, 1872. She came to Manitowoc 
11 years ago.
Survivors are four cousins, Benjamin Olson of Flint,Mich., Mrs. Charles 
Peterson of this city, Mrs. Andrew Anderson of West Allis and Lawrence H. 
Olson of New York.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. July 24, 1939 P. 5
*******
[d. 07-23-1939/age 67 yrs./cause: acute nephritis]


DEL M. OLSON

Del M. Olson of 1324 Hamann Road, Manitowoc, died at Bay Care Medical Center 
in Green Bay June 30, 2008.
He was born June 1, 1925, in Manitowoc, to Henry and Ella (Fink) Olson. Del 
was the second of four brothers. He was preceded in death by his brothers, 
Harlan (Phyllis) and Charles (Lillian).
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Del attended Lincoln High School and joined the Navy, serving five tours of 
duty in submarine service on the USS Plaice during World War II.
Del married Grace (Bausch) in 1948.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Del's work life was diverse and successful. Over his career he served as a ship 
fitter, boilermaker and tavern owner of Del's Welcome Inn. Later he worked as a 
field construction engineer for 15 years for Research Cottrell of Boundbrook NJ 
until his retirement. Del remarried in 1979 to Elizabeth (Taylor). Elizabeth 
died in 2002.
Those who knew Del were charmed by his quickness to smile. He loved his family, 
friends, telling stories of his submarine days, and of course, the Green Bay 
Packers. Del had a beautiful singing voice and enjoyed sharing it. He served as 
a board member of the Maritime Museum in the 1990s and was a leader on the 
committee to install periscopes inside the museum. Del was also active giving 
tours of the USS Cobia, lending his very personal experience and perspective. 
He took pride in conveying the message of the submarine services' critically 
important contribution to the victory of WWII.
Graveside military ceremony will be held at Evergreen Cemetery on Saturday, 
July 5, at 11:00 a.m. by the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post #88. The Jens 
Family Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the Olson family.
Herald Times Reporter, July 3, 2008


DELORA E. OLSON

Delora E. Olson, age 69, of 1701 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died Monday, November 2, 
1992, at her residence.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, November 7, 1992 at Reinbold, 
Pfeffer, Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home. The Rev. William B. Plank will officiate 
with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born August 11, 1923, in the town of Royalton, Waupaca County, daughter of 
the late Francis and Clara Bohlman Dean. A 1941 graduate of Manawa High School, 
Manawa, she attended County Normal at Wisconsin Rapids. She taught school in the 
first thru eighth grades prior to her marriage. She was married to Roger C. Olson 
November 9, 1946, at Wisconsin Rapids. He preceded her in death in 1988. Delora 
enjoyed writing childrens stories and was an avid reader. She was a member of the 
Order of Eastern Star.
Survivors include three sons and a daughter-in-law, Cal Olson, Wautoma, Dave Olson, 
Chicago, Dean and Sandra Olson, Fond du Lac; a granddaughter Lisa Olson; three 
brothers and sisters-in-law, Walter and Harriet Dean, Weyauwega, Stanley and Carol 
Dean, Manawa, Don and Donna Dean, Waukesha; nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends also survive.
Friends may call at the Reinbold, Pfeffer, Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home after 
11:30 on Saturday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, November 5, 1992  P. A2
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[widow of Roger C. Olson]


DON L. OLSON    (d.1992)

Don L. Olson, age 57, of Minneapolis, Minn., died Friday, May 15, 1992 in 
Minneapolis, Minn. Interment was at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born January 5, 1935 in Manitowoc, son of the late Norman V. and Ebba C. 
Byle Olson.
Survivors include two brothers, Jerel W. Olson, Green Bay, and Jan R. Olson, 
Houston, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Ross R. 
Olson.
Memorial service will be held for friends in Minneapolis, Minn., and for family 
in Manitowoc. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the American Cancer 
Society.
Herald Times Reporter, May 19, 1992
*********
[at Minneapolis MN/single/cremains/bur. on Ebba C. Olson lot]


EBBA C. OLSON

Mrs. Ebba C. Olson, 72, of 3613 Custer St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning, 
April 14, 1990 at her residence. Funeral services will be 10 am Tuesday at St. 
Paul Catholic Church. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. 
Ronald Reimer with burial at Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born January 23, 1918 at Menominee, Michigan, daughter of the late Felix 
and Donna Newhouse Byle. She was educated at Manitowoc and employed at Aluminum 
Specialty for 22 years retiring in 1980. She married Norman V. Olson October 31, 
1934 at Waukegan, Illinois. He preceded her in death December 9, 1968. Mrs. Olson 
was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church.
Survivors include three sons and two daughters-in-law, Don L. Olson of Minneapolis, 
Minnesota, Jerel W. Olson of Green Bay, Jan R. and Lisa Olson of Houston, Texas 
and Mrs. Charlotte Olson of Alabama; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Vernon 
and Irene Byle of Pelican Lake, Uhlond (Bart) Baiel of Manitowoc, Rex and Rose Byle 
of Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. Edna Georgensen of Manitowoc; six grandchildren, 
Sherry, June, Jason, Chad, Desirea and Candice; a great grandson, John Ross and a 
special friend Alfred Kaminski. She was also preceded in death by a son, Ross Olson.
Friends may call at Reinbold and Pfeffer Funeral home, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 8 pm this 
Monday, where a prayer service will be at 8 pm by Deacon William Klein. Memorials 
may be made to the Manitowoc County Unit of the American Cancer Society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Apr. 16, 1990


EDNA OLSON

From Der Nord Westen, 25 Oct. 1900:
Sat. afternoon Mrs. Anton Olson wanted to scrub the floor of her Chicago St.
residence and filled a tub with boiling water. While she was returning the 
kettle to the stove her 2-yr. old daughter fell into the water. Her mother 
pulled her right out but it was already too late as she was terribly burned. 
Medical help was called, but little could be done, and she died Sun. morning.


ELIZABETH T. OLSON    (d. 2002)

Elizabeth Taylor Olson age 83, formerly of 708 Pine St., Manitowoc, died Monday, 
April 8, 2002 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, after a heart-breaking siege 
with Alzheimer's.
There will be no visitation at the Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory. Burial 
of her cremated remains will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. There 
will be a private memorial service at a later date.
Elizabeth was born Jan. 25, 1919 at Lunenburg, Mass., daughter of the late William F. 
and Warion Austin Taylor. Elizabeth married Del Olson on March 31, 1972. She traveled 
throughout the states with her husband who was a construction superintendent with 
Research Cottrell Inc., Sommerville, N.J. After her husband's retirement in 1982, the 
couple settled in Manitowoc. Elizabeth was involved for many years with the Rahr-West 
Art Museum and also a past member of the Wisconsin Maritime Museum.
Survivors include her husband: Del Olson, Manitowoc; one brother: Bill Taylor, New 
Hampshire; four stepchildren: Judith Alexander, Tarpon Springs, Fla.; Cathleen Fischer, 
St. Louis, Mo.; Karen Olson, New Glarus, and Cris Olson, Manitowoc. Besides her parents, 
Elizabeth was preceded in death by three sisters.
E-mail letters of condolence may be sent to the Olson family at jrp@lakefield.net.
Elizabeth was an extremely well educated, vibrant woman and I shall never stop missing 
her.
"Loving Husband - Del Olson"
"A very special thank you to the wonderful 4th floor staff of Shady Lane Nursing Care 
Center."
Herald Times Reporter, April 9, 2002  P. A3
********
[cremation]


ELLEN M. OLSON    (d. 1980)

Ellen Olson, 84, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, formerly of 530 N. 9th St., 
Manitowoc, died Monday evening, Nov. 24, at Shady Lane Home.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Olson, nee Ellen Fink, was born April 8, 1896, daughter of the late Charles 
and Louise Klappstien Fink. She was married to Henry Olson May 16, 1923, at 
Menominee, Mich. He preceded her in death in 1946.
Survivors include four sons and daughters-in-law, Harlan and Phyllis, Charles 
and Lillian, and Donald and Audrey of Manitowoc, and Del and Elizabeth of Kenosha, 
12 grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. She was 
preceded in death by two brothers.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home from 6 o'clock to 9 o'clock this 
Tuesday evening and Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, November 25, 1980 P.3
********
[widow of Henry E. Olson]


EMMA OLSON

DAUGHTER OF CAPT. THOMAS OLSON DIES TODAY—AGED 27 YEARS
Miss Emma, daughter of Capt. Thos. Olson, died early today after 
a lingering illness, aged 27 years. Death occurred at 5 o’clock 
this morning. Miss Olson is survived by her father, two sisters 
and two brothers, Oscar and Selma, this city, Theodore of Savanna, 
Ga., and Marie of Racine. Funeral arrangements have not been made.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, March 05, 1915, Page 5
*********
The funeral of the late Miss Olson will take place from the home 
at 713 Huron street Monday afternoon at 1:30. Rev. Espeseth will 
officiate at the services.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, March 06, 1915, Page 3
*********
[bur. 8 Mar. 1915/age 27 yrs./cause: pneumonia/bur. on 
Andrew Engelbretsen lot]


EUGENE R. OLSON    (d. 2006)

Eugene R. Olson "Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my 
life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever." Psalm 23:6 
On Saturday, Feb. 4, 2006, Eugene R. Olson came face to face with his Lord and 
Savior, Jesus Christ. It was a day he had been looking forward to all his life. 
Let us rejoice and find strength in the Lord. 
Prior to his stay at Manitowoc Health Care Center, Eugene, age 74, resided at 
736 S. 32nd St., Manitowoc. He was born June 19, 1931 in Manitowoc, son of the 
late Raymond O. and Gertrude J. (Kuehne) Olson. He grew up and was educated in 
Manitowoc and on April 18, 1953, he married Grace Wilde at Bethany Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. They celebrated 52 years together. Eugene was 
employed as a maltster at Kurth Malting for 30 years, retiring in 1993. He was 
a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the U.S. Air Force from June 1948 
to July 1952. Eugene enjoyed his family, especially his grandchildren, fishing 
and baseball. 
Survivors include his wife: Grace; their children: Steven R. (Karen) Olson, 
Manitowoc; and Elisabeth J. (Daniel) Tienor, Manitowoc; seven grandchildren: 
Tori (Joe) Leiterman; Kenneth Olson; William Olson; Sarah (Nathan) Waack; 
Joseph Tienor; Aaron Tienor; and Nathan Tienor; great-granddaughter: Emma 
Leiterman; a brother: Leroy (Elaine) Olson, Manitowoc; brother-in-law: the Rev. 
Paul H. (Cynthia) Wilde, Jackson; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 
In addition to his parents and his wife's parents: William H. and Edna Wilde, 
Eugene is preceded in death by a son: Terry Paul Olson in 1958. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 10, 2006, at Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3209 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc. The Revs. Robert 
Kujawski and Stephen Melso will officiate, with burial at Evergreen Cemetery. 
Military graveside rites will be accorded by VFW Otto Oas Post 659. 
Relatives and friends may greet the family from 9 a.m. Friday at the church to 
the time of service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Bethany Evangelical 
Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran High School would be appreciated. 
The family would like to thank the entire staff at the Manitowoc Health Care 
Center and Dr. Lynn Baatz for their compassion and care.
Herald Times Reporter, February 2006


EVA OLSON    (d. 1953)

Mrs. Eva Olson Dies at Home of Niece in Escanaba
Mrs. Eva Olson, 81, a lifelong resident of the Manitowoc, Wisconsin community, 
died at 5 am today at the home of her niece, Mrs. Laurence List, 207 N. 9th St., 
where she had been living the past seven months. She formerly resided at 830 N. 
5th St., in Manitowoc.
She was born in Kingsbridge, Wisconsin, December 23, 1871. Her husband Louis, 
preceded her in death. She was a member of St. Paul's Methodist Church of 
Manitowoc and the Daughters of the Late Civil War.
Surviving are one sister, Norma of Manitowoc, a sister, Mrs. George LaCourt of 
Carney, and three grandchildren.
The body was taken to the Boyce Funeral Home where friends may call beginning 
at 2 pm Thursday. It will be taken to a Manitowoc funeral home Friday morning 
and services will be held there Friday afternoon at 2. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Escanaba Daily Press, Wed., Feb. 18 1953 page 2
*********
[died at Delta Escanaba MI/age 81 yrs./bur. on Louis Olson lot]


EVELYN V. OLSON

Mrs. Ivan (Evelyn V.) Olson, 67, of 922 N. 11th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
morning, November 3, at the family residence.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Friday at Parkside Funeral Home and 10 a.m. 
at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of christian burial will 
be celebrated by the Rev. Leo J. Schmitt and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Olson, nee Evelyn Theisen, was born Aug. 8, 1914, at Branch, Wis., daughter 
of the late Anton and Rose Fischl Theisen. She recived (sic) her elementary 
education at Branch School and was graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, 
with the Class of 1932. Prior to her marriage she was employed with Clark Oil 
Company, Manitowoc. She was married to Ivan Olson Oct. 23, 1940, at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mrs. Olson was a member of Catholic Women's Club and 
Holy Innocents Catholic Church of Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, Ivan, two daughters and a son-in-law, Pamela Dawson 
of Weston, Conn., and Barbara and William Ramsey of Santa Rosa, Calif.; a brother 
and three sisters-in-law, Donald and Lorraine Theisen of Appleton and Mrs. Ervin 
Theisen and Mrs. William Theisen of Manitowoc; a sister and two brothers-in-law, 
Mildred and Lester Jens of Manitowoc and Eugene Mrotek of Racine; three grand-
children, Elizabeth Dawson and Lia and William Ramsey and other relatives and 
friends. Two brothers and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, where a prayer 
service will be at 8 p.m. led by Deacon Paul Kiefer.
Herald Times Reporter, November 4, 1981 P. 3


FREDERICKA OLSON

Mrs. Fredricka Olson, died at her home, corner of Fifth and 
St. Clair streets, Wednesday morning from the infirmities 
incident to old age. The deceased was the wife of Louis Olson 
and was born in Norway in 1832. A husbrnd (sic) and three 
children, Louis Olson, Mrs. Polson of this city and Chas. 
Olson of Butte, Mont., are left to mourn her loss. Funeral 
services will be held from the house at 2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, December 9, 1898 P. 1
********
[cause: septiceries]


GEORGE E. OLSON  (d. 1970)

George E. Olson, 92, 716 N. sixth St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at St. Paul Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Edmund Olson will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitwooc.
Mr. Olson was born July 28, 1878, at Manitowoc, son of the late 
John and Ingeborg Leverson Olson. He was employed at the Manitowoc 
Seating co. for 20 years and later became a house painter by 
profession. After his retirement in 1960, he became interest in 
oil painting. His work was exhibited throughout the state and he 
garnered many awards for them. He was a member of the I.O.O.F. 
No. 55 of Manitowoc.
Survivors include a nephew, John Olson; six grand nephews and 
nieces and 14 great grand nephews and nieces.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
Ninth Street entrance, after 3 p.m. Wednesday and until noon 
Thursday, then at the church until the hour of services. Memorials 
may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church building fund.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, October 20, 1970 P.17
*******
[d. 10-20-1970/age 92 yrs.]


GRACE O. OLSON    (d. 2013)

"Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life, and I will 
dwell in the house of the Lord forever." Psalm 23:6 
On Thursday, July 4, 2013, Grace O. Olson came face to face with her Lord and 
Savior, Jesus Christ. It was a day she had been looking forward to all her life. 
Let us rejoice and find strength in the Lord. 
Grace was a lifelong resident of Manitowoc. She was born on September 3, 1932, 
daughter of the late William and Edna (Wegner) Wilde. She graduated from Lincoln 
High School with the class of 1950. On April 18, 1953, Grace married Eugene R. 
Olson at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manitowoc. He preceded her in 
death on February 4, 2006. She worked for Manitowoc Milk Producers Co-op for 32 
years as office manager until her retirement. Grace was a member of Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran Church and a volunteer at the Manitowoc Health Care Center. 
She enjoyed spending time with her family, watching the Green Bay Packers and 
Milwaukee Brewers, reading and traveling. 
Grace is survived by two children and their spouses: Steven (Karen) Olson, 
Manitowoc; Elisabeth (Daniel) Tienor, Manitowoc; seven grandchildren: Tori (Joe) 
Leiterman; Kenneth (Betsy) Olson; William Olson; Sarah Tienor; Joseph Tienor; 
Aaron Tienor; Nathan Tienor; four great-grandchildren: Emma, Madysen, Andrew, 
Tyler; one brother and sister-in-law: Rev. Paul (Cynthia) Wilde, Milwaukee; one 
brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Leroy (Elaine) Olson, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband, 
Eugene, and infant son, Terry. 
At Grace's request, private family funeral services were held on Sunday, July 7, 
2013, at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manitowoc. Rev. Stephen Melso 
officiated with burial at Evergreen Cemetery. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family 
Funeral Home of Manitowoc assisted the Olson family. Online condolences may be 
expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com 
Memorials may be made to Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran 
High School. 
We would like to thank the Davita Dialysis Center and all the doctors, nurses, and 
healthcare providers for the loving and compassionate care shown to our mother, 
grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, July 8, 2013 


GULICK OLSON    (d. 1925)

Funeral of G. Olson to Be Tuesday 
The funeral of Gilbert Olson(sic), who died at the family home at 601 Buffalo 
street Saturday morning 4 o’clock will be held from the home at ___ tomorrow 
afternoon with ___ at St. Paul’s Lutheran church ___ and St. ___ streets at 
____ the Rev. O. K. Espeseth will ____. Burial will be at Evergreen.
Mr. Olson was seventy-three years old, having been born at Val___, Norway, 
December 26, ____. He was married May 14, 1879? and five years later came to 
this country, the family taking up their home on a farm near Green Bay. Eighteen 
years ago they came to the city and for a number of years lived on Huron street, 
moving to their present home on Buffalo street last October. 
Surviving Mr. Olson are his widow and four children, Ollie Olson, Mrs. Hector 
Dick, Anton and Carl Olson all of this city. A grandchild, Oscar Dick, a brother, 
Knuth Olson of Shawano and a brother and sister in Norway also survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, February 2, 1925  P.2
********
Gilbert(sic) Olson died at his home on Buffalo Street Saturday morning. He was 
seventy-three years old and was born at Valders, Norway. He was married May 14, 
1879 and five years later came to this country, the family taking up their home 
on a farm near Green Bay. Eighteen years ago they came to this city.
The deceased is survived by his wife and four children, Ollie Olson, Mrs. Hector 
Dick, Anton and Carl Olson, all of this city. A grandchild, Oscar Dick, a brother, 
Knuth Olson of Shawano and a brother and sister in Norway also survive.
The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Rev. 
Espeseth officiating. Interment was in Evergreen Cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 5, 1925


GULLIK OLSON    (d. 1985)

Gullik Olson, 87, of 426 North 9th Street, Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening, 
November 6, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11:30 
am Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home. Rev. 
Bruce W. Hanstedt will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Olson was born November 3, 1898, at Notodden, Norway, son of the late Olaf 
and Tone Cosa Olson. He grew up in Norway, coming to the United States at about 
14 years of age, living on the East Coast until moving to Manitowoc in 1925. Mr. 
Olson worked for Manitowoc Ship Building Company most of his life retiring in 
1959. Mr. Olson was a retired member of the International Brotherhood of 
Boilermakers Union, Local Number 443.
Survivors include friends.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, State 
Street Chapel, from 10:30 am on Saturday until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Nov. 8, 1985 page 3


GUST J. OLSON    (d. 1945)

Gustave Olson, 69, of 611 Huron street, lifelong resident of the city, died 
this morning at the home.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Frazier mortuary chapel, 
the Rev. R.B. Walden officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Olson was born in this city in 1875 and in 1900 married Miss Mary Najamnik. 
For years he has been employed as a park attendant by the city.
Survivors are his wife; two sons, Arhtur E. of Niagara, Wis., and Harry F. in the 
Navy in the south Pacific; daughter, Mrs. Agnes Searcey of Fayettsville, N.C.; 
brother, Peter of Mazomanie, Wis.; sister, Mrs. Albert Bark of Pomona, Calif.; 
and three grandchildren.
The body may be viewed after 4 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 16, 1945 P.2
*********
[Gustav/d. 05-16-1945/age 69 yrs./bur. on Jens Olson lot]


HANS C. OLSON    (d. 1930)

HANS OLSON, 70, DIES FROM ATTACK OF PNEUMONIA.
Stricken ill a week ago, with an attack of pneumonia, Hans C. Olson, 70, a 
resident of Manitowoc for the past forty years passed away today at the family 
home, 1021 North Twentieth street. The deceased has been employed as janitor 
and caretaker at the Manitowoc County Normal school. Previously he had been a 
barber and also in the earlier years of his life followed the printing trade. 
The deceased was born in Norway in 1859 and came to America when a boy of 20 
years. He was married here to Miss Carrie Heinzen, who survives him with one 
son Voida. 
Funeral services will be held on Monday afternoon from the home on north 
Twentieth Street, Rev. Menke officiating. Interment will be at Evergreen. 
Manitowoc Herald News, May 9, 1930   P. 16
*******
H. C. Olson, aged 70 years, died at his home, 1021 North Twentieth Street, Friday 
morning from pneumonia after a week's illness. Mr. Olson was janitor at the County 
Normal School although he was a printer by trade. He was employed by the old 
Milwaukee Evening Wisconsin for several years. In the early 90's he removed to 
St. Nazianz and founded the St. Nazianz Weekly which he published for a few years 
and then sold out to the Manitowoc Tribune. He then located at Whitelaw where he 
was rural mail carrier for several years. He moved to this city about 20 years ago. 
He was a native of Denmark and came to the country at the age of 20. Besides his 
wife, who before her marriage was Carrie Heinzen, he is survived by one son, Voida. 
The funeral was held from the home Monday afternoon, Rev. O. A. Menke of the First 
Reformed Church officiating. Interment was in Evergreen Cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Mar. 15, 1930
*******
[bur. 5-12-1930/age 70 yrs/cause: lobar pneumonia/bur. on Mrs. H.C. Olson lot]


HENRY E. OLSON    (d. 1946)

Henry E. Olson, 51, of 411 North Ninth street, a veteran of World War I, 
collapsed late Friday afternoon while a work in a grain pit at the Rahr 
Malting company, and died of a heart attack.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Olson was born in Marinette in 1895 and after completing his schooling 
entered the armed services in the first World War. He returned to Marinette 
and married Miss Ellen Fink in 1923. They moved to this city, and he had 
been employed for years at the Rahr plant. He was vice-president of the AFL, 
local No. 297, Brewers and Malsters union.
Survivors are his wife; four sons (Private) all at home; three brothers, 
Anton and Oscar of Marinette, Carl of St. Ignace, Mich.; five sisters, Mrs. 
J.F. Boullack and Mrs. Joseph Jesperson of this city, Mrs. Fred Jerperson 
of Minneapolis, Mrs. Anna Johnson and Mrs. Hilda Bergman of Portland, Ore.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, October 18, 1946 P.2
********
[d. 10-17-1946/age 51 yrs.]


IDA OLSON    (d. 1886)

An infant child of Samuel Olsen died Saturday morning.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, January 26, 1886 P.3


IDA J. OLSON    (d. 1968)

Miss Ida J. Olson, 87, of 716 N. Sixth St., Manitowoc, died Monday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Edmund Olson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Olson was born Nov. 3, 1880, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and 
Ingeborg Levernsen Olson, and worked for the Wisconsin Telephone Co. 39 years, 
being chief operator when she retired in 1941.
Survivors include a brother, George, of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Ninth Street 
chapel, after 3 p.m. Wednesday until 11 a.m. Thursday and at the church until 
time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 30, 1968  P. 17 
*******
[bur. on George E. and Ida Olson lot]


INGER K. OLSON

CITY PIONEER DIES AT HOME TODAY AGED 84
After an illness of several days, Mrs. Inga Olson died this noon 
at the home of her son, Gustav Olson, 611 Huron street, where she 
has made her home for the past few years. Mrs. Olson was born in 
Kragero, Norway, eighty-four years ago, and was married to Jens J. 
Olson in 1860, four years later they came to this city where she 
made her home since. She is survived by five sons, C.M. Olson of 
Detroit, Peter of Spring Green, Wis., Paul of Wausau, Christ and 
Gustave of this city, and one daughter, Mrs. Alfred Bark of 
California. There are also eighteen grandchildren and nine great 
grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the St. 
Paul's Norwegian Lutheran church, the Rev. Espeseth officiating, 
and burial will be at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, February 15, 1923 P.13
********
[bur. 02-19-1923/cause: broncho pneumonia/bur. on Jens Olson lot]


IVAN OLSON

Ivan L. Olson, age 98, a resident of River Wood Estates, Manitowoc, formerly of 
922 N. 11th St., Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Monday afternoon, April 18, 
2011, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Ivan was born on Sept. 13, 1912, in Manitowoc. He was the son of the late Martin 
and Minnie Helwig Olson. Ivan attended Lincoln High school and graduated with 
the class of 1931. On Oct. 23, 1940, he married Evelyn Theisen at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on Nov. 3, 1981. Ivan was 
employed with Manitowoc Company as an engineer for 42 years retiring in 1977. 
He also owned and operated Olson’s Gun Repair in Manitowoc for many years. Ivan 
was known throughout neighboring counties for his skill as a gunsmith. He was a 
member of the National Rifle Association, Brown County Sportsman’s Association 
and the Roche Hunting Club. In past years Ivan enjoyed hunting, fishing, shooting, 
skeet and sporting clays. 
He is survived by two daughters: Pamela Dawson, Weston, Conn., Barbara (William) 
Ramsey, Santa Rosa, Calif.; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; also 
nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death 
by his parents: Martin and Minnie Olson; his wife: Evelyn; and four brothers.
A celebration of Ivan’s life will be held at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 
North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, on Thursday, April 28, 2011, at 11 
a.m. The family will greet relatives and friends at the funeral home from 10:30 
a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m. Burial will take place at Evergreen 
Cemetery. Online condolences can be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com.
Herald Times Reporter, April 26, 2011


JAMES G. OLSON   (d. 1924)

DEATH OF SON SADDENS HOME AT GUS OLSON'S
Death entered the Gustave Olson home, 611 Huron street Christmas Eve, 
robbing it of the son, James Olson. The demise occurred at 11:45 and 
ended a brave fight for life, death being due to inflamation of the 
brain. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon with services at 
the home at 1:30 and at St. Paul's Lutheran church, the Rev. O.K. 
Espeseth officiating, at 2 o'clock. Burial will be at Evergreen.
James Olson was born in this city March 13, 1907 and would have been 
eighteen at his next birthday. He attended the local schools and at 
the time he was taken ill was a student at the vocational school. 
Besides his parents he is survived by two brothers, Harry and Arthur 
and one sister, Agnes, all of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, December 26, 1924 P.2
********
[bur 12-27-1924/cause: encaphalitis/bur on Jens Olson lot]


JENS J. OLSON

Cancer, from which he had been a sufferer for many years and which had caused 
an illness that confined him to his bed for two months past, resulted in the 
death of Capt. Jens Olson, a pioneer of the city, early Sunday morning at the 
family home on Huron street. Capt. Olson came to Manitowoc in 1871 and had 
resided in the city since that time and was widely known. As a boy of 11, Capt. 
Olson started his career on the lakes and he had sailed until very recent years, 
having traded from this port much of the time. For nearly thirty years Capt. 
Olson commanded the schooner Isolabock, which is in winter quarters and had been 
successful. For a time, Capt. Olson conducted a small mercantile establishment 
on Seventh street, disposing of this and retiring from active pursuits three 
years ago. A widow and five sons and one daughter survive to mourn the death of 
a kind husband and indulgent father. The funeral will be held from St. Paul’s 
Norwegian church Tuesday afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, February 5, 1906  P. 1
*******
From Der Nord Westen, 08 Feb. 1906:
Stomach cancer claimed the life of Captain Jens Olson here Sunday morning. The
deceased had come to Manitowoc from his Norwegian homeland in 1871 and for
many years commanded the schooner "Isolda Bock". He leaves a widow, 5 sons and a
daughter. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon.
********
[cause: cancer of the stomach]


JOHN OLSON    (d. 1908)

John Olson, a resident of our city for many years, died Thursday 
last week at age 68 following an illness of only a few days. He 
leaves a widow, 2 sons and a daughter. His funeral was conducted 
Sunday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 12 Nov. 1908 
*******
JOHN OLSON DEAD 
Resident of City for 37 Years, Passes Away, Aged 68 
John Olson, a resident of the city for 37 years, died at the family home on 
N. Sixth street Thursday night, aged 68 years. Mr. Olson had been in poor 
health for some time and death was not unexpected. A widow and three children, 
George, Ole and Miss Ida, the latter chief operator for the local exchange of 
the Wisconsin Telephone Co., survive and one sister and three brothers also 
survive. Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, November 6, 1908 
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John Olson, a pioneer Norse-American citizen, residing for years at 716 North 
6th street, passed away last Thursday. Mr. Olson was 68 years of age, well known 
as a skillful carpenter and a respected citizen.
While not in the best of health for several years he was up to a few days before 
his death busy about his home in small work. He is survived by a widow, two sons, 
George of this city and Ole, of Chicago and one daughter, Ida of this city.
The funeral took place Sunday from St. Paul's Norwegian Lutheran church.
Manitowoc Pilot, November 12, 1908
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[bur. 11-08-1908/cause: angoria dectoris]


JOHN M. OLSON    (d. 1977)

John M. Olson, 75, of 1441 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc, died Sunday morning at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Edmund E. Olson will officiate with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Olson was born Sept. 25, 1901, at Turtle Creek, Pa., son of the late Ole C. 
and Rose Mille Olson. He came to Manitowoc in 1904 and was educated in Manitowoc 
schools. He married Anna S. Kloida Nov. 25, 1919, at Oconto Wis. Mr. Olson had 
been employed at Wisconsin Telephone Co. and Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. and was 
self employed as a television repairman, retiring in 1964. He was a lifelong 
member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and former member of St. Paul Brotherhood, 
council of the church and church choir. He also was a member of National 
Philatelic Society and American Topical Assn.
Survivors include his wife, three sons and daughters-in-law, John E. and Agatha 
Olson and Gerald A. and Marion Olson, of Manitowoc and Cmdr. William G. and Jean 
Olson, U.S. Navy, San Diego, Calif, three daughters and two sons-in-law, Lucille 
and Alfred Bloom and Mrs. Isabel Bloom of Manitowoc and Jane and Robert Shaw, of 
Sturgeon Bay, 16 grandchildren nd five great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Mantowoc, after 5 o’clock 
this Monday afternoon until 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and then at the church from noon 
until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, January 31, 1977   P. 3


JOHN OLSON   (d. 1991)

John E. Olson, 71, of 1303 S. 32nd St., Manitowoc, died Friday evening, September 6, 
1991 at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. Memorial services will be   7 pm Monday at St. 
Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church. Rev. John Rasmussen will officiate and burial of 
the cremains will be held at a later date at Evergreen Cemetery. The family will 
meet with relatives and friends after services in the Church Fellowship Hall at a 
Fellowship Coffee Hour.
Born June 24, 1920 in Manitowoc, son of Anna Kloida Olson and the late John Miller 
Olson. Resided in Manitowoc all his life, attending Manitowoc schools. He was a 
graduate of Lincoln High School with the Class of 1938 and also attended the 
University of Wisconsin- Manitowoc for two years. He was a Veteran of World War II 
serving with the U.S. Coast Guard for four years in the Pacific Theatre of Operations. 
He married the former Agatha Vosburg on July 10, 1942 at Manistee, Mich. Prior to 
his retirement he had been employed as a Supervisor for Western Electric for 38 years. 
He was a member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, Agatha, two sons and daughters-in-law, James W. and 
Claire Olson of Manitowoc, Thomas and Jolene Olson of Appleton; his mother, Anna Olson 
of Manitowoc; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Gerald and Marion Olson of Manitowoc, 
William and Jean Olson of Charlotte, N.C., three sisters and two brothers-in-law, 
Lucille and Alfred Bloom of Manitowoc, Idabelle Bloom of Manitowoc, Jane and Robert 
Shaw of  Sturgeon Bay; four grandchildren, Alex John, Stuart James, Erin Marie and 
Megan Jane.
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Sept. 8, 1991 page B12
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[cremains/husband of Agatha Olson]


JOSEPHINE OLSON    (d. 1959)

Funeral services for Mrs. Josephine Olson, 83, of Green Valley, former Manitowoc 
resident who died early Wednesday morning at Oconto Falls Hospital, were at 10:30 
a.m. Saturday at Green Valley with interment at 3 p.m. in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. 
Pallbearers were Norman, Vernon, Bruce and Monte Gulseth and Richard and Robert 
Wagner.
Mrs. Olson was married to Andrew Gulseth who died in 1921. She later was married 
to Elef Olson and moved to Green Valley where they ____ operated a farm. He preceded 
her in death in December, 1951. 
Among survivors are sons, Albert and Hans Gulseth, of Manitowoc. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 17, 1959  P. 11
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[d. 10-17-1959 at Oconto Falls WI/age 83 yrs.


LARS OLSON  (d. 1893)

The Daily Inter Ocean (Chicago, IL), August 11, 1893, Issue 140, col J
Drowned While Fishing
Lars Olsen, an Old Norwegian Resident of Manitowoc, Meets Death
Manitowoc, Wis., Aug. 10.-Special Telegram-
Early this morning Lars Olsen, one of the oldest Norwegian settlers of this
place, was drowned. Mr. Olsen was fishing and it is supposed stumbled and 
fell into the river.
********
The body of Lars Olson, mention of whose drowning was made in last week's issue, 
was found by Martin Olson at the end of the north harbor pier about noon on Thursday. 
He had become tangled up in his net. A cut across his nose and forehead shows that he 
struck on the dock when he fell. He was 73 years old and leaves a large family most of 
whom are self-supporting.
Manitowoc Pilot, August 17, 1893 P. 4
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(First publication March 15, 1894.) No. 21
STATE OF WISCONSIN-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of Lars Olson, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Marit Olson of the city of Manitowoc, in said county 
representing among other things that Lars Olson, an inhabitant of said county, on the 10th 
day of August, A.D., 1893, at said county, died intestate leaving estate to be administered, 
and that the said petitioner is the widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of 
said estate be to Ole L. Olson, and Charles M. Olson, granted:
It is ordered that said petition be heard at a special term of said county court, to be held on 
Tuesday the 10th day of April A.D., 1894, at 10 o'clock A.M., at the office of the county 
judge in the city of Manitowoc, in said county.
Ordered further, that notice of the time and place so appointed be given to all persons interested, 
by publication hereof for three weeks successively prior to said day of hearing in the Manitowoc 
Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc in said county.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 14th day of March, A.D., 1894.
By the Court,
F.E. Manseau, County Judge.
Schmitz & Kirwan, Atty.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 15, 1894 P. 2
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[bur. 08-13-1893/cause: accidental drowning]


LARS OLSON  (d. 1900)

BEYOND BORDERS OF TIME - OLSON
Again have the portals of death opened to admit a pioneer resident 
and at 6:30 o’clock Tuesday evening the soul of Capt. Lars Olson 
passed beyond the borders of time. His death occurred at the home 
of his son Louis, 712 North Fifth street and was due to paralysis. 
About five years ago deceased was stricken and never fully recovered. 
Sunday afternoon he suffered a second stroke and it proved fatal. 
Since Sunday he has remained in a semi-unconscious state unable to 
move a muscle and denied the privilege of speaking a last farewell 
to his sorrowing children. 
Born in Norway, Feb. 24, 1824, he had but shortly passed his 78th 
birthday. In 1869 he came to Manitowoc and has since been a resident. 
He was the owner of a number of vessels during his life and followed 
the lakes up to within a few years of his death. His wife died last 
December and the aged husband has patiently awaited the call which 
would reunite them in a land where parting is unknown. He was the 
father of seven children, three of whom survive to mourn his demise. 
They are Mrs. Carrie Paulson, Charles and Louis Olson, all of this 
city. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, March 14, 1900, Page 1
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[cause: apoplexy]


LENORA OLSON    (d. 1973)

Mrs. Voida Olson, 73, of 437 E. Main St., Mishicot, died Thursday evening at 
Bellin Memorial Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Richard Weber will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Olson, nee Leonore Dickert, was born Dec. 16, 1899, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Emil and Lydia Jens Dickert. She attended Manitowoc schools. She 
was married to Voida Olson Aug. 24, 1921, at Manitowoc. They resided at Manitowoc 
until 1946, when they moved to Mishicot. Her husband preceded her in death in 
1961. She was a member of St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include a daughter, (private); a brother, Harold, of Manitowoc; two 
sisters, Mrs. Arthur (Methalie) Meissner, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and Mrs. Joseph 
(Ethel) Markoski, of Manitowoc; two granddaughters, Nanette and Tammy; and 
nieces and nephews. A brother and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday until 
11 a.m. Monday and from noon at the church until the time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, August 11, 1973  P. 10 
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[d. at Green Bay WI/widow of Voida Olson]
*******
The marriage of Miss Lenora(sic), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Dickert, and 
V.P. Olson took place at the Lutheran church at 4 o'clock yesterday, the Rev. 
Machmiller officiating. The ceremony was attended by only immediate relatives 
and was followed by a wedding dinner at the bride's home. The couple will 
reside here.
Manitowoc Herald News, August 25, 1921 P. 6


LILLIAN A. OLSON    (d. 1998)

Lillian Anna Olson, age 75, of Richland Center, Wis., formerly of Manitowoc, 
died Tuesday, May 19, 1998, at her home.
Funeral Services will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, May 22, 1998, at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Father Larry Seidl will officiate, with burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born August 14, 1922, in Kewaunee, daughter of the late Thomas and Mary 
(Gabriel) Lischka. She was united in marriage on November 20, 1975, in Manitowoc, 
to Charles H. Olson. He preceded her in death March 22, 1984. Lillian loved to 
cook and was a good homemaker. She loved music, nature, animals, and flowers. 
Lillian enjoyed being with her family.
Lillian is survived by two daughters, Janice (William) Short, Two Rivers, and 
Karen "Kerri" (Ken) Edgerly, Lone Rock; five grandchildren, Jill Short, Columbia, 
Md., Tina Short, Neptune Beach, Fla., Patrick Short, Stevens Point, Brian Short, 
Two Rivers, Phelan Marshall, Anacortes, Wash.; four brothers, Alvin Lischka, 
Green Bay, and David (Todi) Lischka, Anton (Florida) Lischka, and Harry (Marian) 
Lischka, all of Kewaunee; one sister, Tracy Lischka, Wisconsin; several nieces 
and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Frank and 
Joseph; and one sister, Frances.
Friends may call from 3-5 p.m. on Thursday at the Pratt Memorial Chapel, Richland 
Center, where there will be a Scripture Service at 5 p.m. with Craig Peach 
presiding. Visitation will continue in Manitowoc on Friday at the Pfeffer Funeral 
Home from 1 p.m. until the time of services at 3 p.m.
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and Pratt Funeral Service, Inc., Richland Center, 
are assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 21, 1998 P. 2


LINDA M. OLSON    (d. 2013)

Linda M. Olson, age 69, of 1710 Meadowbrook Drive, Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
August 17, 2013 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
She was born on December 15, 1943 in Crookston, MN, daughter of the late Arthur 
and Betty E. (Olrogy) Senske. Linda was a graduate of Fischer High School in MN 
with the class of 1962. On August 17, 1978 she married Clarence G. Olson in 
Crookston, MN. He preceded her in death in 1979. Linda was employed in the 
childcare provider for many years.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 24, 2013 at The 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Service will be the Rev. 
Dr. James Klein with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
from 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 24, 2013 until 11:00 a.m. 
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting 
www.pfefferfuneralhome.com 
A special thank you to the 5th floor nursing staff of Holy Family memorial Medical 
Center for their kindness and concern shown to Linda. 
Herald Times Reporter, August 2013


LORAINE OLSON    (d. 1993)

By candlelight, at 7 o’clock this evening in the parsonage of the Wesley M.E. 
church, Miss Loraine A. Heise and Walter L. Olson will exchange their wedding 
vows before the Rev. Hubert Feldt. The bride, who is the daughter of Mr. and 
Mrs. Edward Heise, 1223 Philippen street, will be attended by her sister, Miss 
Lillian, as maid of honor at the wedding, and Mr. Olson, whose mother is Mrs. 
Martin Olson, 1219 Huron street, will have as his best man his brother Ivan.
The bride’s suit is of pale green silk, and her accessories are black. She will 
wear a shoulder corsage of gardenias. The suit which her sister will wear is of 
tan silk, and her accessories will be brown. She will have a shoulder corsage 
of roses.
There will be a reception at the home of the bride’s parents after the ceremony, 
and dinner will be served at 8 o’clock. Only the immediate families will attend. 
Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Olson will come from Sheboygan for the wedding.
Mr. and Mrs. Olson will leave for a short honeymoon trip, and after April 1 they 
will be at home at 818 South 15th street. Mr. Olson is employed in the advertising 
department in the offices of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company. His bride, 
before her marriage, was employed in the accounting department of that company.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 27, 1935  P. 27 
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[wife of Walter Olson]


LORBYOR OLSON

PIONEER WOMAN OF COUNTY IS DEAD AT VALDERS
Mrs. Torbjor Olsen, aged 87 years, died at the home of her nephew, 
Henry Helgesen, near Valders, yesterday. She will be buried from 
St. Paul Lutheran church Friday, Jan. 17 at 2 o’clock. Mrs. Olsen 
was one of the pioneer residents of the county, coming here from 
Norway in 1854. Her husband Anders Olsen, died in 1887. She is 
survived by one brother, Gunder Helgesen. She was a devout Christian 
woman and highly respected by all who knew her.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, January 16, 1919 Page 5
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[cause: cancer of the stomach]


LOUIS OLSON    (d. 1929)

LOUIS OLSON, 70, DIES TUESDAY AT HOME HERE
Former Hotel Man, Who Came to Manitowoc 60 Years Ago, Passes After 3 Weeks’ Illness
Louis Olson, 70, pioneer lake captain and proprietor of a rooming house on the 
north side for years after he retired from the lakes, passed away Tuesday 
afternoon at the family home, 830 North Fifth street, after a three weeks’ 
illness. The deceased has been living a retired life for the past few years.
Born at Kragero, Norway, in 1859, he came to America with his parents when a 
lad of 11 years and the family located in Manitowoc. His father sailed the 
lakes and Mr. Olson followed the same vocation continuing for years in the 
days when the sailing vessels dotted the lakes.
Later he gave up sailing and established a rooming and boarding house on 
Commercial street which he conducted for a number of years. He was ..(underinked)
 .. to Evelyn Paulzien of this city who survives him, together with one son, 
Norman, and a sister, Mrs. K. Paulson, of Portland, Me.
Funeral Services Friday 
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at two o’clock from the Wattawa 
and Urbanek Chapel, North 8th street, with Rev. Wilson officiating. Burial will 
be at Evergreen. The parlors will be open tonight and Thursday evening from 7 
to 9 for those who wish to view the remains.
Manitowoc Herald News, September 18, 1929  P. 2
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[bur. 20 Sept. 1929/age 70 yrs./cause: valvular heart lesions]


MAREN FINDAHL OLSON

DEATH CLAIMS MRS. C. OLSON WHO CAME HERE AS GIRL WHEN MANITOWOC WAS A SMALL VILLAGE 
Well Known Pioneer Woman Had Been an Invalid For Years, 
But Death Was Sudden and Great Shock to Friends 
Mrs. Christian Olson, a resident here since days when Manitowoc was a small 
village, and one of the well known pioneer settlers of the county, died at 
her home 719 North Ninth street yesterday afternoon. Though Mrs. Olson had 
been an invalid for nine years, there had been no apparent change in her 
condition and her sudden death was unexpected and proved a great shock to 
family and friends.
Mrs. Olson, a native of Noroway (sic), was born October 11, 1839, and came 
to Manitowoc as a girl and had made her home in the city ever since, loved 
and respected by all who knew her. Some years ago she suffered an illness 
which left her an invalid but the affliction was borne with patience and 
fortitude. 
Mrs. Olson is survived by five children, Olaf M. of Spokane, Mrs. C. V. 
Snyder, Shapsburg, Md., Mrs. N. M. Wagner, Port Edwards, Mrs. Nic Dedrichs 
and Miss Martha Olson, this city. Two sisters, Mrs. C. Torrison and Mrs. 
H. J. Anderson also survive.
The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 1:45 from the home and at 2 
from St. Paul’s Norwegian Lutheran church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, July 7, 1913  P. 1
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[Mrs. Christian Olson/bur. 07-10-1913/cause: paralysis of bowels]


MARIT OLSON

DIED IN HOUSE SHE HAD LIVED IN FOR 59 YEARS
Mrs. Marit Olsen Aged Pioneer Passes Away Today
Mrs. Maret Olson, widow of Lars Olson, died this morning at her home, 
436 North Ninth street, after a lingering illness. Mrs. Olson was born 
in Norway in 1834 and came here with her husband in 1857. She lived in 
the same house for 59 consecutive years. Five sons and two daughters 
survive being Ole and Martin; Mrs. P.O. Peterson and Mrs. T. M. Thompson 
of this city; Oscar, Bisbee, Ariz.; Sigwart of Green Bay and Anton, Tisch 
Mills. The funeral will be held Friday at 2 o’clock in the afternoon from 
St. Pauls’ Lutheran church, Rev. Espeseth officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, Sept. 26, 1917, Page 8
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[Martha Olson/bur. 09-28-1917/age 84 yrs/cause: exhaustion from injury/
bur on Lars Olson lot]


MARJORIE ANN OLSON    (d. 1959)

Mrs. Lawrence Olson, 28, of 836 N. Kedvale Ave., Chicago, a former resident 
of Manitowoc, died Sunday evening at West Suburban Hospital, Oak Park, Ill., 
after a lingering illness.
Mrs. Olson was born Marjorie Wagner March 6, 1931, at Manitowoc, daughter of 
the late Henry and Marie Lorenz Wagner. She was graduated from Lincoln High 
School in 1949 and was employed by Rahr Inc., for five years. She was a member 
of the Emanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. She was married to 
Lawrence Olson June 18, 1955, and they resided at Chicago.
Survivors include her husband; two brothers, Henry of Manitowoc and Richard 
of Madison; and two sisters, Mrs. Emma Liddell and Mrs. Henry Welsch of 
Manitowoc.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Mittnacht Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 6, 1959   P. 11
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Funeral services for Mrs. Lawrence Olson, 28, of Chicago, who died Sunday 
evening, will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. T.  F. Uetzmann will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery. 
Among survivors not previously listed is a grandfather, Conrad Lorenz Sr., 
of Rosecrans. 
Friends may call at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 p.m. 
Wednesday until 11 a.m. Thursday and after 11:30 a.m. at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 7, 1959  P. 11
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[d. 07-05-1959 at Oak Park IL/age 28 yrs./cause: cirrhosis of liver/
wife of Lawrence Olson/bur. on Henry D. and Rose Wagner lot]


MARTHA OLSON

MISS OLSON, 60, PIONEER CITY TEACHER, DIES
Miss Martha Olson, 60, for years a teacher in the schools of the 
city, and a life long resident here passed away Tuesday afternoon. 
The deceased was born in Manitowoc, January 20, 1870 and graduated 
from the high school here, completing her two final years in one, 
and being valedictorian of her class. Later she took up teaching 
and was a member of the teaching force here for many years.
The deceased was a member of the First Lutheran church and for a 
number of years was superintendent of the Sunday School there. She 
served as treasurer for the King's Daughters and was a member of 
the Ladies Aid society.
The funeral services will be Friday at 1:30 from the home of her 
sister, Mrs. Nicholas Dedrick, 715 North Ninth street and from the 
church at two o'clock, Rev. Ristad will officiate. Interment will 
be at the Evergreen cemetery.
Three sisters and one brother survive. They are Mr. C.V. Snyder of 
Hagerstown, Maryland, Mrs. N.B. Wagner of Racine, Mrs. Nicholas 
Dedrick of this city, and Olaf Olson of Spokane, Wash.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, November 4, 1931 P.6
*******
[died at Oshkosh, WI/cause: cerebral hemorrhage/
bur. on Christian Olson lot]


MARTIN OLSON    (d. 1897)

From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-Five Years Ago - (1897)
Martin Olson of this city died Saturday last. Although he was sick for some 
weeks, he was not thought to be seriously so.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 28 1922
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[age 36 yrs./cause: nephritis]


MARTIN OLSON   (d. 1924)

DEATH CLAIMS MARTIN OLSON, CONTRACTOR
Martin Olson, 1219 Huron street, died at the Holy Family hospital at 
noon yesterday following a short illness. The funeral will be held from 
the home Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock with burial at Evergreen. The 
Rev. M.S. Weber of the Presbyterian church will officiate.
Mr. Olson, who was a mason contractor, was born in Jackson county August 20, 
1876 and made his home there until fourteen years ago when he came to this 
city. He was married at Jackson county to Miss Minnie Helwig, the widow who 
with four sons survives to mourn his loss. They are Lloyd, Virgel (sic), 
Walter and Ivan, all making their home here. A sister, Mrs. Guy Stillman of 
Appleton, his mother and a brother, Albert, Jackson county, aso surive (sic) 
him. Mr. Oson (sic) was a member of the International Union of his craft and 
a member of the First Presbyterian church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, October 17, 1924 P.2
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[bur 10-18-1924/cause: tuberculosis of lungs]


MARTIN OLSON JR.    (d. 1918)

The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Olson, 865 North Fourteenth Street, died 
Sunday afternoon after a brief illness. The funeral was held Tuesday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 5, 1918
*********
Mrs. Dell Signer, 2429 Waubesa Street is in Manitowoc where she went to attend 
the funeral of the infant son of her sister, Mrs. Martin Olson.
Madison Wisconsin State Journal, Fri., Dec. 6, 1918 page 10
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[bur. 12-03-1918/cause: septicaemia]


MARY OLSON

Mrs. Gust Olson, 92, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Vinger will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Olson, nee Mary Najemnik, was born June 16, 1880, in New York, 
daughter of the late Wenzel and Anna Benda Najemnik. She was married 
to Gust Olson in 1900 at Manitowoc. He husband preceded her in death 
in 1945. She was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church Society.
Survivors include two sons, Arthur, of Niagara, Wis, and Harry, of 
Sherman Oaks, Calif., a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Agnes) Briemer, of Hico, 
Texas; four grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. A son and two 
sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home, Ninth Street entrance, from 6 to 
9 p.m. Friday and Saturday until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. August 3, 1972
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[d. 08-02-1972/age 92 yrs./widow of Gustav Olson/bur. on Jens Olson lot]
(18 Jun 1880/Aug 1972/SSDI)


MINNIE OLSON

DEATH LAID HEAVY HAND ON CITY IN TWENTY-FOUR HOURS
OLSON, PEPPARD AND MUSHEL (sic) HOMES VISITED BY GRIM DESTROYER 
DURING NIGHT AND EARLY MORNING--FRANK BLIMEL BURIED
Death laid a heavy hand on Manitowoc last night, a number of homes 
being saddened by the visitation of the Grim Destroyer
Mrs. Oscar Olson
Mrs. Oscar Olson, nee Minnie Clauder, died at the Holy Family hospital 
where she was removed Thursday suffering from complications. She was 31 
years of age and is survived by her husband and one son, her mother, 
Mrs. William Clauder, two brothers, Charles and William and three sisters, 
Mrs. Frank Foster, Mrs. S. Cigellski and Mrs. W. Spencer. The funeral 
will be held from the late home 435 N. Fifth street Monday, Rev. Espeseth 
officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, January 8, 1916 P.1
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Mrs. Oscar Olson, aged 31, North Fifth Street, died Friday night at the hospital, 
where she was removed last Thursday in hope that an operation would save her life. 
Her condition however, was such that the operation could not be performed.
She was born in Manitowoc, Feb. 21, 1882 and had always made her home here. Besides 
a husband and one son, she is survived by a mother, Mrs. William Clauder, two 
brothers, Charles and William and three sisters, Mrs. Emma Foster, Mrs. Stephen 
Cygilski and Mrs. William Spencer. The funeral was held Monday afternoon, Rev. 
Espeseth of St. Paul's Lutheran Church officiated.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Jan. 13, 1916
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[bur. 01-10-1916/cause: intestinal obstruction/age 31 years/
bur. on William Klauder lot]


NELLIE OLSON

DEATH TAKES ANOTHER OF CITY PIONEER
Mrs. Nellie Olson, 77, mother of Mrs. H. Dick of this city, passed away at 
the Dick home on Buffalo street last evening after an illness of seven weeks. 
Mrs. Olson was the last of the Andrew Olson family, and though her condition 
was critical, the end came to many friends in the city as a surprise and 
shock.
Funeral services were not arranged for today and will be made known tomorrow.
Mrs. Olson, who before marriage was Nellie Larson, was born in Valders, Norway 
and at the age of 5 came to this country with her parents, settling in the 
northern part of the state. Upon her marriage to Gullick Olson, on May 14, 1878, 
she came to this city from the home at Eaton and has lived here since. Mr. 
Olson passed away more than two years ago and four children remain to mourn the 
loss of the mother. The children are: Mrs. H. Dick, and three sons, Ole and 
Anton Olson of this city and Carl Olson of Ludington. One grandchild also 
survives.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. October 11, 1927 P. 2
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[bur. 10-14-1927/cause: cancer of stomach]


NORMAN NIEL OLSON    (d. 1899)

The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Neil Olson died on Monday last. The funeral 
took place yesterday.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 29, 1899  P. 5
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[cause: convulsions]
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Neil Norman Olsen
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials
Name Neil Norman Olsen
Gender Male
Death Date 26 Jun 1899
Death Place Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Age 0
Birth Date 23 May 1899
Birthplace City
Race White
Father's Name Neil A. Olsen	
Citing this Record
"Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch
Neil Norman Olsen, 26 Jun 1899; citing Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
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Neil Norman Olson
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name Neil Norman Olson
Event Type Death
Event Date 1899
Event Place Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
Gender Male
Age 0
Race W
Birth Year (Estimated) 1899
Cemetery Evergreen
Father's Name Neil A. Olsen	
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch
Neil Norman Olson, 1899; citing Death, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin


NORMAN M. OLSON

Norman V. Olson(sic), 55, of 1501 Clark St., Manitowoc, died Sunday morning 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Very Rev. Msgr. Alfred Schneider will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Norman Olson was born Oct. 23, 1913, at Green Bay, son of the late Louis and 
Eva Paulsine Olson. He moved to Manitowoc as a child with his parents where he 
attended public schools. A former employe of the Aluminum Specialty Co., 
Manitowoc, he retired due to illness two years ago.
Survivors include four sons, Donald of San Francisco, Calif., and Ross, Jerel 
and Jan of Manitowoc; a half-sister, Mrs. Victor Kariolic, of Chicago and two 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home where a memorial service will be conducted 
at 7:30 o’clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 16, 1968  P. 20
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[Norman V./d. 12-15-1968/age 55 yrs./bur. on Louis Olson lot]
(23 Oct 1913/Dec 1968/SSDI)


OLAVUS OLSON    (d. 1886)

Olavus Olson a young man twenty years of age, died at the home of his parents 
in this city on Friday of quick consumption after an illness of five weeks.
The young man was an employe of the Smalley Manufacturing Co. for some time and 
was highly esteemed by them and his shopmates. 
He was buried on Tuesday. The shops were shut down in the afternoon to enable 
the men to attend the funeral.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 1, 1886  pg. 3
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[bur. on Andrew Olson lot/burial register has buried the son of 
Mr. Olson, age 22, Knutson, $3]


OLE OLSON    (d. 1927)

ANOTHER PIONEER OF LAKES GONE
OLE L. OLSON SAILS ON LAST VOYAGE TODAY
Death Pilots Pioneer Lake Vesselman to Port of Refuge for All Time
Ole L. Olson, 72, one of the last survivors of the early day vesselmen 
who contributed so much to the development of Manitowoc as a shipping port, 
passed away at his home 436 N. Ninth street early today. Death was due to 
complications and old age and illness of but six weeks. Mr Olson was of the 
hardy pioneer stock whose constitution battled strongly against death but 
failed. Death came peacefully at 1:30 this morning.
Master and Owner of Ships
Mr. Olson is connected prominently with the development of Manitowoc as a 
lake port. At an early age his desire to follow the lakes was fulfilled by 
signing with one of the many sailing vessels that plied the lakes and made 
the port regularly. His rise was rapid and for many years he was master of 
crafts that made this port. Among the many vessels on which he shipped were 
the Success, Felicitas, and the L.B. Coats, the latter of which he owned all 
typical of the early day cargo, mast and rigging ships. 
Mr. Olson was born in ?, Norway, December 11, 1854, and at the age of two, 
came to this country, directly to Manitowoc where he established a home with 
his parents, on the same ground on which he passed away.
Retired Twenty-Five Years
Twenty-five years ago Mr. Olson retired from his sailing activities and made 
his home with a brother Peter O. Peterson and his family at 436 North Ninth 
street. He was never married and is survived only by two sisters, Mrs. 
Peter O. Peterson of this city and Mrs. F.T. Braganier of  Bisbee, Arizona, 
and four brothers, Martin of this city, Anton of Tisch Mills, Sigward of Green 
Bay and Oscar of Arizona.
Definite arrangement of funeral and burial services are (?) word from relatives 
in distant states.
Manitowoc Herald News Thursday April 28, 1927  pg 2
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OLE L. OLSON TO BE LAID AT REST HERE TOMORROW
Funeral services for Ole L. Olson, who passed away here yesterday, will be 
held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock at the St. Paul's Lutheran church, the 
Rev. O.K. Espeseth officiating and burial will take place at Evergreen. 
Manitowoc Herald News Friday April 29, 1927  pg 2
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[bur. 4-30-1927/cause: chronic myocarditis/bur. on Lars Olson lot]


OLE OLSON  (d. 1947)

Ole Olson, 64, of 719 North Eighth street, was stricken with a heart attack 
Friday night, while attending the Strand theater. Moved to the Holy Family 
hospital in the ambulance, he died early today.
Funeral servives will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at St. Paul's Lutheran church, 
the Rev. R.B. Walden officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Olson was born at Glenmore, Brown county, in 1882 and came here with his 
brother, Anton, in 1900. They operated a livery stable on North Eighth street 
for 15 years. In recent years Mr. Olson had been employed at Dick Bros. 
bakery. He never married. He was a member of the Odd Fellows lodge.
His brother, Anton of Manitowoc Rapids, is the only survivor.
The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from Sunday noon 
until 10 a.m. Monday when it will be moved to the church to lie in state until 
the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 31, 1947 P. 2
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[died 05-31-1947/age 63 yrs/bur. on Mrs. Nellie Olson lot]


OLE C. OLSON  (d. 1915)

MANITOWOC MAN WHO WAS AT CAPTURE OF SAN JUAN HILL, 
DIES HERE AT AGE OF 43 YEARS
Ole Olson of Chicago, a former Manitowoc man who came here July 3 
to visit his mother who five days later was summoned to death, and 
who was himself taken ill two weeks ago, died at the hospital last 
night, aged 43. Mr. Olson's death was due to a complication of 
diseases. The burial will be held from the home, 716 North Sixteenth 
street, to St. Paul's Norwegian Lutheran church Thursday afternoon. 
Mr. Olson was born in Norway and came here with his parents as a boy 
of two years and spent his childhood days in this city. He was a 
volunteer seaman on the monitor Amphitrite in the Spanish-American 
war and was at the capture of the blockhouse at San Juan. Of late 
years he has been employed as an electrician at Chicago. His wife 
died some years ago and he is survived by one son, a brother George, 
and one sister, Miss Ida, of this city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, August 17, 1915, Page 4
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[bur. 19 Aug. 1915/cause: ceuhosis of liver]


OSCAR OLSON   (d. 1922)

MANITOWOC MAN TYPHUS VICTIM AT CLEVELAND 
Oscar Olson, son of Capt. Thomas Olson of this city, died at Cleveland, O., 
news being received last night. The body will be brought here for burial, 
probably arriving tomorrow. Funeral arrangements have not been completed. 
Mr. Olson was 30 years of age and for several years had been sailing the 
lakes. He was formerly employed as a printer at the M. & M. in this city. 
His wife died seven years ago and he is survived by his father and two 
sisters, Mrs. R. F. Fritz, Milwaukee and Miss Sarah Olson, of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, December 7, 1922  P. 1
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The body of Oscor(sic) Olson, son of Captain and Mrs. Thomas Olson,
622 North Tenth street, who died of typhoid fever in Cleveland, Ohio,
arrived here late Friday afternoon. The funeral was held from the
home of his parents at two o'clock this afternoon. Rev. O.K. Espeseth
officiating and interment at the Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, December 9, 1922  p.3 
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[bur 12-09-1922/age 30 yrs/cause: typhoid fever/bur. on Thomas Olson lot]


ROGER C. OLSON    (d. 1988)

Roger C. Olson, 66, of 1701 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died Friday evening, 
February 12, 1988, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 
1:30 pm Monday at Reinbold-Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei State Street Chapel, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. William Plank will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Olson was born July 17, 1921 in Waupaca County, Wisconsin, son of the late 
Oscar and Emma Johnson Olson. He grew up and was educated in Waupaca County and 
graduated from the High School there in 1939 and later graduating from the 
National Institute of Dry Cleaners at Silver Spring, Maryland. Mr. Olson moved 
to Fond du Lac in 1952 where he was Manager of Model Laundry and Cleaners. He 
then moved to Manitowoc in 1956 where he was Co-owner of Zannacker Cleaners 
selling his interest in 1974 and then became District Manager for the International 
Fabricare Institute until 1976 and then in 1977 he became a Real Estate Agent 
selling Real Estate until the present time. He married Delora E. Dean, November 9, 
1946 at Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. Mr. Olson was on the Board of Directors of 
Manitowoc Salvation Army. He was a former member and past president of Manitowoc 
Lions Club, a former member of Manawa Masonic Lodge. Mr. Olson served with the 
United States Army from September of 1942 until November of 1945 serving overseas 
in the European Theatre.
Survivors include his wife, Delora; three sons and a daughter-in-law, Cal Olson of 
Wautoma, Wisconsin, Dave Olson of Evanston, Illinois and Dean and Sandra Olson of 
North Fond du Lac, Wisconsin; a granddaughter, Lisa; a brother and sister-in-law, 
Reynold and Gladys Olson of Oshkosh, Wisconsin; a sister and brother-in-law, 
Margaret and Leo Lyon of Waupaca, Wisconsin; nieces and nephews; other relatives 
and friends. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Leif and Norman.
Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei State Street Chapel, 
Manitowoc, on Monday from noon until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Feb. 14, 1988 page 18


ROGER L. OLSON    (d. 2009)

Roger L. Olson, age 83, a resident of 4105 Delta Street, Manitowoc entered 
eternal life on Wednesday, April 29, 2009 at Aurora Medical Center in Two 
Rivers.
Roger was born on  in Hixton, WI to the late Oscar and Hazel Drier Olson. He 
attended schools at Hixton and then moved to Waterford, WI and graduated from 
Waterford High School with the class of 1944. After graduation, he left for 
the United States Army and served until his honorable discharge in 1946. Roger 
then farmed with his brother Richard before leaving to attend college at 
Milwaukee School of Engineering. He was confirmed at the Norway Lutheran Church 
in Wind Lake, WI and on September 15, 1956 he married Arlene M. Fleming at St. 
Johns Lutheran Church in Burlington. They made their home in Burlington and then 
later moved to Milwaukee. In 1960, they moved to Manitowoc with their two sons. 
Roger was employed with Rex Chain Belt and later became the owner and operator 
of Manitowoc Tractor Sales. He then went on to work at Lakeside Foods until his 
retirement in 1995. Roger was a member of Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
the Manitowoc Senior Center, Manitowoc County Historical Society, and AMVETS Post 
99. Roger enjoyed spending his time woodworking, repairing things, and spending 
time with his family and friends.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Roger was preceded in death by his parents; his father-in-law and mother-in-law: 
Howard and Helen Fleming; one brother-in-law: Richard Fleming; one sister-in-law 
and brother-in-law: Jeanette and Phil Weiler; and one nephew: Timothy Weiler.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday, May 2, 2009 at Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran Church from 9 am until the time of the funeral service at 
11 am. Rev. Robert Kujawski and Rev. Stephen Melso will officiate with burial to 
follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Military rites will be accorded by AMVET Post 99.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, N. 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc is 
assisting the family with funeral arrangement.
The family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to Drs.(private), 
the 3rd floor West nurses and aids of Aurora Medical Center, and to all of the 
staff at Aurora's Cancer Care Center, VNA Hospice, and River's Bend Health and 
Rehabilitation Center.
Herald Times Reporter, April 30, 2009


ROSS ROGER OLSON    (d. 1977)

Ross R. Olson, 37, of 3102G Peto St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening in Kenosha 
County as the result of a car-truck accident.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday in Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home 
and 11 a.m. in St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Philip Hoffmann will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Olson was born Dec. 30, 1939 in Manitowoc, son of the late Norman Olson and 
Ebba Byle Olson. He was reared and educated in Manitowoc and married Charlotte 
Bennington May 14, 1960 in St. Michael Catholic Church, Whitelaw. Mr. Olson was 
a semi truck driver for Chizek Transport Co. of Newton and a member of St. Paul 
Catholic Church.
Survivors include his wife and two daughters, Sherri and June at home; his mother, 
Mrs. Ebba Olson of Manitowoc; three brothers, Don of San Francisco, Calif., Jerel 
of Green Bay and Jan of Manitowoc; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Robert 
and Elsie Bennington of Whitelaw and two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Dale (Carol) Kiel 
of Enterprise, Ala., and Mrs. Donald (Diane) Svacina of Reedsville, aunts, uncles, 
cousins, nieces and nephews. An infant daughter, Kim Marie, his father, Norman and 
grandparents preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, where 
a parish prayer service will be at 8 p.m. The casket will remain closed.
Herald Times Reporter, December 1, 1977  P. 3
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[d. at Pleasant Prairie WI/bur. on Mrs. Charlotte A. Olson lot-his wife]


SAMUEL OLSON

Funeral Services For Late Capt. Samuel Olson Held Today
Funeral services for the late Capt. Samuel Olson, who died suddenly at 
his home Friday night, took place this afternoon from the late residence, 
1214 New York Avenue, with interment at Evergreen cemetery. The passing 
of Capt. Olson claims one of the last of the early day lake captains in 
Manitowoc. He commanded the vessels Prentise, Markham, Jim Sheriffs and 
many others.
The services this afternoon were in charge of the Rev. Bulley of the St. 
Paul's M.E. church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, March 30, 1931 P.2
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Stricken with a heart attack as he reclined on a couch at the family home, 1314 
New York Avenue last night, at 9:30, Capt. Samuel Olsen, 77, veteran retired lake 
captain, passed away suddenly. Born in Bamble, Norway, September 12, 1854, he 
came to America sixty years ago and starting following the lakes. He soon became 
master of the lake vessels and continued until old age and failing health, together 
with the decline of the sailing vessel brought his retirement from active work a 
few years ago. The deceased was married here to Anna Michelson, who died in 1923. 
One sister, Catherine, who made her home with her brother here, a brother, Amund 
of Sawyer, Wis., and two nephews, Walter Barrie of Hollywood, Calif., and Arthur 
Barrie of this city survive. The funeral was held Monday afternoon from the home, 
Rev. Bulley of the St. Pauls M.E. Church officiating. Interment was in Evergreen.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs, Apr. 2, 1931
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[Capt. Samuel Olson/bur. 3-30-1931/age 77 yrs/cause: myocarditis/bur. on 
Micheal Michelson lot]


SIGWARD OLSON   d.1875

Died
On Tuesday last of consumption, Sigwart, third son of Lars Oleson, aged 6 years. 
The funeral takes place today.
Manitowoc Tribune, Thurs., Mar. 25, 1875
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[Unk]-[Lars Olson/bur. 03-23-1875/burial register has buried the child of 
         Lars Olsen, $1.50/might be Sigward at E2-81-4]


SINA OLSON    (d. 1934)

MRS. OLSON, 77 DIES CHRISTMAS
Broken Hip Caused By Fall Leads To Her Death 
Mrs. Thomas Olson, 77, a resident of Manitowoc for nearly __ years, died 
Christmas morning. She fell on the ice at Eighth and Huron streets about a 
week ago and suffered a broken hip. Complications developed which caused her 
death.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Miss Sina Larsen, was born in Norway in 
1857 and in 1887 came to this country locating here. She was married to Thomas 
Olson on December 24, 1887. The family home is at 622 North 10th street. 
Survivors are the husband, two daughters, Mrs. J. W. Levanetz, Lake Mills, Wis., 
and Mrs. R. N. Fabrizi, Milwaukee; and a brother in Norway. There are five 
grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be Friday at 2 p.m. from St. Paul’s Lutheran church with 
interment at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 26, 1934  P. 2
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[Sena Olson/bur. 12-28-1934/cause: embolism/bur. on Thomas Olson lot]


TERRY PAUL OLSON    (d. 1958)

Terry Paul, two-months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Olson of 736 S. 32nd St., 
Manitowoc, died Thursday evening at Wisconsin General Hospital after a four 
weeks illness. Mrs. Olson is the former Grace Wilde. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Bethany Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Armin Roeckle officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery. The infant was born Sept. 23, 1958, in Manitowoc.
Survivors include the parents, paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Olson 
at Rt. 4, Manitowoc; paternal great grandmother, Mrs. Mary Olson of Suring; 
and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Wilde of Manitowoc.
The body will be taken from Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, to the 
church where friends may call from 11 a.m. Saturday to the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 28, 1958  P. 19 
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[d. at Madison WI/son of Eugene Olson/bur. on William H. Wilde lot]


THEODORE OLSON    (d. 1918)

Capt. Thomas Olson and daughter Mary left yesterday for New York, having been 
called there by the serious illness of Mr. Olson’s son, Theodore.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, July 9, 1918  P. 2
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Theo Olson, aged 24, who left here some time ago for the east on the pleasure 
yacht Onewega, died in a hospital at Brooklyn, New York after a several weeks' 
illness. His father, Capt. Thos Olson left in for the east to bring the body 
here for burial. A brother, Oscar of Milwaukee and two sisters, May and Thelma 
of this city also survive.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 11, 1918
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[cause: myocarditis/bur. on Thomas Olson lot]


THOMAS OLSON   (d. 1936)

DEATH CLAIMS THOMAS OLSON
Body Will Be Brought to Manitowoc From Milwaukee Tonight
Thomas Olson, 80, who left this city about five months ago to make 
his home with his daughter, Mrs. R.N. Fabrizi, in Milwaukee, died 
there early this morning. He was in poor health when he left 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Olson was born in Norway and on Christmas day, 48 years ago, he 
married Miss Sina Larsen in this city. The survivors are two daughters, 
Mrs. Fabrizi and Mrs. John Levanetz, three grandchildren and two great-
grandchildren.
Burial will be in this city but funeral arrangements have not been 
completed. The body is expected to arrive here tonight.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 8, 1936 P.2
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OLSON RITES TO BE FRIDAY
Funeral services for Capt. Thomas Olson, 80, Manitowoc resident, who 
died Tuesday at the home of his daguhter, Mrs. R.N. Fabrizi, in 
Milwaukee, will be held from the home, 622 North Tenth street, in this 
city Friday at 2:30 o'clock. The Rev. R.B. Walden will officiate.
Captain Olson had many thrilling experiences. Before coming to the 
lakes he sailed vessels on the ocean. He came to Manitowoc 54 years 
ago and for a long span of years sailed out of this port.
Capt. Olson spent several years on the schooner James Hall, one of the 
trim craft operating out of the harbor when this port boasted more than 
a score of sailing ships. He skippered the yacht Phantom, owned by the 
late Fred Schuette and also served in charge of the yacht Gesine, owned 
by the late John Schuette.
Made Small Models
In late years when Capt. Olson retired form active sailing, he devoted 
much of his time to the making of small models of old-time sailing 
vessels. Two of these models are on display in the state historical 
museum in Madison. One of these ships was a model of the "John Schuette" 
one of the larger of the sailing vessels built in Manitowoc.
Capt. Olson left Manitowoc five months ago to make his home with his 
daughter in Milwaukee. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Fabrizi, 
Milwaukee, and Mrs. John Levanetz, Ripon, Wis.
The body may be viewed at the home on North Tenth street this evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 9, 1936 P.3
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[Torgrin (Thomas)/bur. 4-11-1936/age 80 yrs/died at Milwaukee, WI/
cause: chronic myocarditis atroplox of liver contributary arterio
sclerosis-senility/bur. on Thomas Olson lot]


TILLIE OLSON    (d. 1949)

Mrs. Anton Olson, 56, of 210 North Fifth street, died at Holy Family hospital 
this morning after suffering a stroke Sunday afternoon. Funeral services will 
be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the St. Paul Lutheran church, the Rev. R. B. Walden 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. 
Mrs. Olson was born Tillie Levendusky in Manitowoc in 1893. She was married to 
Mr. Olson in 1913. She was a member of the St. Paul Ladies Aid society.
Mrs. Olson is survived by her husband; three sisters, Mrs. Frank Niessen, Mrs. 
Ludwig Simon and Mrs. Ernest Leeser, all of Milwaukee; and three brothers, Alex 
Miske of Two Rivers, Joseph Mayesky of Milwaukee and James Warden of Boston, 
Mass. 
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from Tuesday noon until 
10 a.m. Wednesday and at the church from 10 a.m. until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 14, 1949  P. 2
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[bur. 11-16-1949/age 56 yrs./bur. on Anton Olson lot]


VIRGIL OLSON

Virgil V. Olson, of 1903 N. 20th Street, Sheboygan, died Saturday, August 24, 
at Memorial Hospital due to a lingering illness. The son of Martin and Wilhelmina 
Helwig Olson was born in Alma Center, Wis., on May 2, 1908. He attended schools 
in Manitowoc and graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1925. In 
1933 he married Louise Schmidt of Sheboygan. She preceded him in death in 1978. 
Mr. Olson was employed by the Kohler Co. for 40 years, retiring in 1973.
He is survived by three brothers, Lloyd, Walter and Ivan, all of Manitowoc. He 
was preceded in death by one brother. His cremated remains will be interred at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Arrangements were made by the Ballhorn Funeral 
Chapels.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Aug. 27, 1985 page 3
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[d. at Sheboygan, WI/cremains/bur. on Martin Olson lot]


VOIDA P. OLSON

Voida P. Olson, County Board Member Dies 
MISHICOT—Voida P. Olson, 63, of Mishicot, a former alderman of Manitowoc’s old 
Sixth Ward and a Manitowoc County Board supervisor, died at 8:45 a.m. Friday 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, where he had been a patient since Wednesday. 
He had been in ill health for several months.
Mr. Olson, a veteran of World War I, has been active in city and county politics 
and in county organizations all his life.
He was born Aug. 8, 1897, at St. Nazianz, son of the late Hans and Carrie Heinzen 
Olson. He came to Manitowoc in 1919 and married Leonore Dickert Aug. 24, 1921. 
They resided at Manitowoc. He served in the Army during World War I, receiving 
an honorable discharge when the war was over. 
Former Alderman 
Mr. Olson was a member of St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mishicot. During 
his residence at Manitowoc, he ran his own trucking company for a number of years 
and then was employed for a short time at Mirro Aluminm Co., Manitowoc. During 
World War II he was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc.
He was an alderman in the old Sixth Ward of Manitowoc from 1938 to 1942 and a member 
of the County Board of Supervisors since April, 1957. As a supervisor, he served on 
the County Fair Committee and the County Industrial Development Committee of the 
County Board. 
He was a former deputy sheriff for Manitowoc County and was a member of the Manitowoc 
County Sheriff and Deputy Assn. He was also a member of the Izaak Walton League for 
many years.
Prior to his death, he was president of the Manitowoc County Tavern League for which 
organization he served as secretary for 10 years. He was a member of Drews-Bleser 
American Legion Post 88 of Manitowoc and also a member of the Lions Club at Mishicot.
List Survivors 
He was president of the New Industrial Development Assn. for Mishicot, a member of 
Manitowoc County Fish and Game Protective Assn., the Mishicot Sportsman’s Club, the 
Larrabee Sportsman’s Club of Mishicot and a member of the West Shore Sportsman’s Club 
Inc. of Two Creeks and Two Rivers.
Two brothers preceded him in death. 
He is survived by his wife; a daughter, Mrs. John Utecht, of Bethesda, Md., and nieces 
and nephews. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Mishicot, the Rev. David Worgull officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Sunday until 10 a.m. 
Monday when the casket will be moved to the church, where the body may be viewed from 
11 a.m. until the time of service.
Memorial donations may be sent to St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mishicot, or 
to the Manitowoc County Unit of the American Cancer Society, 1010 S. Seventh St., 
Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 25, 1961  P.11
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[d. 03-24-1961/age 63 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Leonore Olson lot]
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The marriage of Miss Lenora(sic), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Dickert, and 
V.P. Olson took place at the Lutheran church at 4 o'clock yesterday, the Rev. 
Machmiller officiating. The ceremony was attended by only immediate relatives 
and was followed by a wedding dinner at the bride's home. The couple will 
reside here.
Manitowoc Herald News, August 25, 1921 P. 6


WALTER L. OLSON    (d. 1997)

Walter L. Olson, age 86, of 1520 S. 13th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday, May 22, 
1997, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 24, 1997, at Wesley United 
Methodist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Jay Smoke with burial to follow at 
Evergreen Cemetery. 
He was born August 9, 1910, in Alma Center, Wis., son of the late Martin and 
Wilhelmina Helwig Olson. He was educated in Manitowoc graduated with the Class 
of 1927 from Lincoln High School. He was the Senior Buyer in the Purchasing 
Department at Mirro Aluminum Company for 48 1/2 years, retiring in 1975. He 
married Loraine Heise March 27, 1935, in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death 
in 1993. He was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church. Starting as a boy, 
Walter was active in the Presbyterian and Methodist Choirs for 77 years. He was 
a member of the church board and Chairman of the Trustees of Wesley United 
Methodist Church for six years. He was the District Commissioner of Boy Scouts 
and also a member of the National Guard. Walter was an avid square dancer.
Survivors include three daughters and two sons-in-law; Joan Olson Sherwin, Stockton, 
Calif.; Doreen and Jeffrey Pasco, Walnut Creek, Calif.; Sharon and Jeffrey Jensen, 
Concord, Calif.; two brothers; Lloyd Olson, Sr., Manitowoc; Ivan Olson, Manitowoc; 
three granddaughters; Elizabeth Jensen, Concord, Calif.; Sarah Pasco and Rachel 
Pasco, both of Walnut Creek,Calif.; two sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law, nieces, 
nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his 
wife, Loraine, two brothers, five sisters-in-law, and two brothers-in-law.
Relatives and friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home on Friday from 5-8 p.m. and 
on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the church.
Memorials may be made to the Wesley United Methodist Church.
The Jens Funeral Home and Crematory, Manitowoc, is assisting the family.
Herald Times Reporter, May 23, 1997 P. A2


WILHELMINA OLSON

Mrs. Martin Olson, 88, who made her home with her son and daughter-in-law, 
Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Olson, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc died Wednesday morning at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Gervase Zanotti officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Olson, nee Wilhelmina Helwig, was born Aug. 24, 1876, at Oconto, daughter 
of the late August and Adeline Richter Helwig. She was married in 1905 to Mr. 
Olson at Taylor, Wis. The couple resided at Taylor and Alma Center and came to 
Manitowoc 55 years ago. Mr. Olson died in October, 1924. She was a member of the 
Ladies Aid Society of the First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc, and the Ladies 
Aid of the Methodist Church at Alma Center.
Survivors are four sons, Lloyd E. of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, Virgil, of Sheboygan and 
Ivan and Walter, of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Amanda Signer, of Madison; seven 
grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A son, Martin Jr., preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, Ninth Street 
entrance.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, February 24, 1965 P.14
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[widow of Martin Olson]