DOROTHY L. PEARSON

Dorothy (Staddler) Pearson, age 90, a Manitowoc resident, died on Monday evening, 
April 4, 2011, at Holy Family Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness.
Dorothy was born on May 20, 1920, in the town of Cato, youngest child of the late 
Joseph and Frances (Vogel) Kohlbeck. After her parents died, she lived in the Cato 
and Whitelaw area and Sturgeon Bay with siblings and other relatives. Throughout 
her life, she had an excellent work ethic and was a meticulous housekeeper. Dorothy 
was employed in the Manitowoc area at various establishments in the food and 
beverage industry, most notably the Elbow Room and Del’s Cardinal Lounge, retiring 
in 1982. Her hobbies included houseplants, crossword puzzles, reading mysteries, 
and collecting roosters. She was an excellent cook and baker. She was well known 
for her homemade soups, zucchini breads and other family favorites.
Survivors include a daughter: Maureen (Dell) Riebe, Manitowoc; a son: Jeff Staddler, 
Menasha; a grandson: Karl (Maria) Riebe, Abrams; a granddaughter: Kara (Charlie) 
Ponti, Marshall; five great-grandchildren who affectionally knew her as Grandma Dodo. 
They are: Kristin, Emily, and her namesake, Allyson Dorothy Riebe and Sam and Matthew 
Ponti; and three sisters-in-law: Flossie Kohlbeck, Eunice Moseler and Kathy Staddler. 
Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by 
her brothers and sisters-in-law: Frank (Marie) Kohlbeck, 
Leo (Marie) Kohlbeck, Mike (Hattie) Kohlbeck, Raymond “Sep” Kohlbeck; and a brother: 
Clarence; in infancy her sisters and brothers-in-law: Cecilia (Jake) Vogel, Clara 
(John) Spaeth, Marion (Edward) Lenz; and the father of her children: Richard Staddler; 
and her second husband: Leslie Pearson.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, April 9, 2011, at St. Francis 
of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will 
be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen, Cremation will occur after the service at All-Care 
Cremation Center, Manitowoc, and Dorothy will be laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc, at a later date.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, 
Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 9, 2011, until 10:45 a.m. 
The family wishes to thank the Holy Family Memorial Critical Care Unit Staff and 
5th floor nurses, especially Kay Meyer; for the excellent care they provided Dorothy 
and her family these last days. You are angels to us!. Special thanks to Dr. (private) 
for his expertise and compassion.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 7, 2011 


VIOLA PEARSON

Viola W. Pearson, age 82, of 8132 Lakeshore Road, Newton, went home to be with
her Lord and Savior on Sunday morning, July 18, 2010, at her residence surrounded
by her loving family.
She was born on Aug. 21, 1927, in Bertha, Minn., daughter of the late William
and Mayme (Hukriede) Ehnes. Viola was a graduate of Eagle Bend High School, 
Minn., class of 1946.
On May 5, 1951, she married Don Pearson in St. Paul, Minn. Prior to her marriage,
Viola was employed with the state of Minnesota at the State Capitol in St. 
Paul.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
She was also preceded in death by a daughter-in-law: Laurie Pearson and three 
brothers-in-law: George Zaier, Frank Kirsebom and Robert Pearson.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 2010, at Grace 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Service will be the 
Rev. Thomas Panko with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc, from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 23, 2010. Friends may also call Saturday 
morning at the church from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
The family wishes to thank Shady Lane Nursing Care Center; Holy Family Memorial 
Medical Center, Newton First Responders and all the doctors and nurses who provided 
for the compassionate care given to our mother and all who paid a visit, sent a 
card, called or kept her in their prayers.
Viola took joy in the simple pleasure of life. Her faith and family always came 
first. Viola was a loving mother and friend to all. The world has been a better 
place because of her; and she will be sadly missed and never forgotten by all who 
new and loved her.
Herald Times Reporter, July 20, 2010 


CYRIL J. PEASHEK

Cyril J. Peashek, 60, of 1002 Pine St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. He had been ill about a week.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. E.A. 
Radey will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Peashek was born at Two Rivers June 22, 1900, son of the late Joseph 
Peashek and Katherine Kotci Peashek. He attended and was graduated from St. 
Luke Parochial School, Two Rivers, and attended St. Lawrence Seminary at 
Mount Calvary. At the age of 17 he started as a machinist at Plant 4 of 
Mirro Aluminum Co., Two Rivers, and in 1935 transferred to Manitowoc where 
he became an estimator for the aluminum firm. He served 43 years with Mirro.
He married Marian Allen at Manitowoc in 1925. She died in 1950. In 1958 he 
married Kathleen Ahrndt at Two Rivers.
He was a member of the Twenty-five Year Club of Mirro Aluminum co. and the 
Mirro Machinists Twenty-Five Year Club. He was past president and president 
of the Past Presidents Club of Manitowoc Eagles Aerie 706. He was president 
in 1947. Mr. Peashek also served on the Eagles degree team.
A member of Holy Name Society of Holy Innocents Church, he was a charter 
member of Knights of Columbus Council 1957, Two Rivers, a member of St. 
Lawrence Alumni Assn., an usher and a former choir member of Holy Innocents.
Surviving are his wife, two sons, mother, Mrs. Joseph Peashek, of Two Rivers, 
a sister, Mrs. Henry T. Ebert, of Milwaukee and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where the Rosary 
will be recited at 7:30 p.m. by Holy Name Society and Knights of Columbus 
members. A memorial service will be conducted at 8:30 p.m. by Eagles Aerie 
members.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 7, 1960 P. 16
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Miss Marion Allen, daughter of Mrs. L. Allen of Manitowoc, became the bride 
of Cyril Peaschek, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Peaschek of this city last Tuesday 
morning. The ceremony was performed at St. Boniface Church,, Manitowoc, 
Reverend Kirsten officiating.
The Reporter - Fri., Aug. 21, 1925
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[d. 12-07-1960/age 60 yrs.]


MARION ALLEN PEASHEK

Mrs. Cyril J. Peashek, 47, of 1002 Pine street, died Monday afternoon at Holy 
Family hospital following an illness of two weeks.
Private funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Mittnacht 
funeral home, the Rev. Roland Schwandt of the First Lutheran church officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. Friends are asked to please omit flowers.
Mrs. Peashek, nee Marion Allen, was born in Manitowoc in 1903, the daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. _____ Allen. She was married to Mr. Peashek in 1925, and the couple 
lived in Two Rivers for 10 years before moving back to Manitowoc.
She is survived by the husband; two sons, John of Oak Park, Ill., and Thomas at 
home; sister, Mrs. Grace Giles of Baltimore, Md.; brother, Fred of Los Angeles, 
Calif.
Mrs. Peashek was a member of the Memorial hospital committee and has been active 
in Red Cross volunteer work for the past 16 years as well as in other civic 
organizations.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 8, 1950  P. 2
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Miss Marion Allen, daughter of Mrs. L. Allen of Manitowoc, became the bride 
of Cyril Peaschek, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Peaschek of this city last Tuesday 
morning. The ceremony was performed at St. Boniface Church,, Manitowoc, 
Reverend Kirsten officiating.
The Reporter - Fri., Aug. 21, 1925
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[d. 08-07-1950/age 47 yrs./wife of Cyril J. Peashek]


JOHN B. PEASLEE

John Burton Peaslee, age 89, a Manitowoc resident, entered into eternal life on 
Sunday, July 6, 2008, at Aurora BayCare in Green Bay.
John Burton was born in McKeesport, Pa., on May 6, 1919, to the late Albert and 
Ida Fox Peaslee. When John was 3 years old, his family had moved to Pittsburgh, 
Pa. He graduated from Langley High School in February 1937. He began his college 
education at Penn State College in 1937, and graduated in 1941, earning his degree 
in mechanical engineering.
In August 1940, he went to work for U.S. Steel at a tube mill in Elwood City, Pa. 
In August of 1942, he enlisted in the United States Army. He served in Calif., 
Utah, Texas, England, France, Germany and the Philippines. He was honorably 
discharged on Feb. 23, 1946, at Indiantown Gap, Pa. In March of 1946, John moved 
to Manitowoc to work for his uncle Robert Fox at Dunrite Industries, formerly the 
Richards Iron Works. In 1947, John bought the foundry and in 1952 the business 
moved to 2701 Division St., and was renamed Manitowoc Grey Iron Foundry.
On Dec. 28, 1946, John married Muriel E. Kuestner in New Rochelle, N.Y. Muriel 
preceded John in death on April 7, 2006. John was a member of First Presbyterian 
Church in Manitowoc and the Manitowoc Elks Club since 1947.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
John was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Muriel; and one brother: 
Robert V. Peaslee.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home 
on Friday, July 11, from 5 to 8 p.m. The visitation will continue at First 
Presbyterian Church on Saturday, July 12, from 9 a.m. until the start of the memorial 
service at 10 a.m. The Rev. Dr. Matthew Sauer will officiate. Immediately following 
the memorial service, a luncheon will be held at First Presbyterian's Fellowship Hall. 
At 12:30 p.m., a procession will take place to Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc where 
military rites will be accorded by VFW Otto Oas Post 659 with burial to follow.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials to First Presbyterian 
Church in Manitowoc. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Jeff 
Schroeder and the staff at Aurora BayCare in Green Bay.
Herald Times Reporter, July 7, 2008
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John B. 'Burt' Peaslee Sr.
John Burton Peaslee, age 89, a Manitowoc resident, entered into eternal life on Sunday, 
July 6, 2008, at Aurora BayCare in Green Bay.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on 
Friday, July 11, from 5 to 8 p.m. The visitation will continue at First Presbyterian 
Church on Saturday, July 12, from 9 a.m. until the start of the memorial service at 
10 a.m. The Rev. Dr. Matthew Sauer will officiate. Immediately following the memorial 
service, a luncheon will be held at First Presbyterian's Fellowship Hall. At 12:30 
p.m., a procession will take place to Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc where military 
rites will be accorded by VFW Otto Oas Post 659 with burial to follow.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 8, 2008


MURIEL PEASLEE

Mrs. John (Muriel) Peaslee, Sr., age 89, of 1244 N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, entered 
eternal rest early Friday morning, April 7, 2006 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, 
Manitowoc, where she had resided since December of last year. Memorial services 
will be held 11 am Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc, with the Rev. 
Matthew Sauer officiating. Burial of the cremains will be at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Muriel was born Sept. 9, 1916 in Bronx, N.Y. She was the daughter of the late 
Phillip and Bertha Grieger Kuestner. She was a graduate of New Rochelle High School, 
New Rochelle, N.Y., and continued her education going to secretarial school. Muriel 
had been employed with Benjamin Moore Paint company in New York for 10 years. On 
Dec. 28, 1946 she married John B. Peaslee at New Rochelle, N.Y. In 1947 she and her 
husband moved to Manitowoc. Murial was a longtime and very active member of First 
Presbyterian Church and a deacon of the church. In past years, she was active with 
the Junior Service League and was a longtime member of two bridge clubs.
She is survived by her husband of 59 years; John B. Peaslee Sr.; her five children, 
Jay (Cheryl) Peaslee Jr., Manitowoc, Rob (VIcki) Peaslee, Two Rivers; Betsy (Paal) 
Hansen, Lakewood, Allison Peaslee, Manitowoc, Douglas (Janet) Pruett Peaslee, 
Madison; two grandchildren, Samuel and Rachel Peaslee; one sister, Alvina Wendt, 
Naples, Fla.; nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends surviving. 
She was preceded in death by two brothers and her twin sister.  Friends may call 
at First Presbyterian Church on Wednesday from 10 am until the time of services 
at 11 am.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to First 
Presbyterian Church or the Alzheimer's Foundation.  The Harrigan Parkside Funeral 
Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements.
The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff at Shady Lane 
Nursing Care Center 3rd floor and to Holy Family Hospice for the care that had been 
given to Muriel while she was a resident there.
Herald Times Reporter, April 8, 2006


ADELA PECH

Mrs. Edwin Pech, 78, of 619 Cleveland Ave., Manitowoc, died Friday evening 
at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at First Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore J. Vinger will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pech, nee Adela Luebke, was born Sept. 8, 1892, at Two Rivers, daughter 
of the late August and Hulda Bartz Luebke. She was married to Edwin Pech 
June 30, 1916, at Two Rivers. The couple located in Manitowoc. Mrs. Pech was 
a member of the Eastern Star. Her husband preceded her in death in 1955.
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Irene Seefeldt, of Two Rivers and several 
nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 
9 p.m. Monday until noon Tuesday and then at the church until the time of 
service. Eastern Star services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday at the 
funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the Radio Broadcasting Program of the First Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 26, 1971
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[d. 06-25-1971/age 78 yrs./widow of Edwin Pech]
(08 Sep 1892/Jun 1971/SSDI)
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The marriage of Mr. Edward(sic) Pech of Manitowoc and Miss Adela Luebke of this 
city took place at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. August Luebke on 
Wednesday at ten o'clock. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Doehler. The attending 
couple was Mr. Wm Luebke, a brother of the bride and Miss Emma Stastny, a cousin 
of the groom.
After a wedding dinner in which the family and immediate relatives participated. 
The couple left at noon on an extended tour. They will be at home after August 
15th at Manitowoc where Mr. Pech is employed in the electric light plant. The 
bride is a highly esteemed and charming young lady until recently employed in 
the dry goods dept. of the Two Rivers Mercantile Co. The Reporter unites with her 
many friends here in wishing the pair a happy and prosperous future.
The Reporter, Fri., July 2, 1915


ADOLPH J. PECH

Adolph J. Pech, 86, of 6821 Fisherville Road, Whitelaw, died unexpectedly 
Thursday evening, November 1, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville. 
The Rev. James L. Thomson will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Pech was born August 20, 1898, in the town of Kossuth, son of the late 
Joseph I. and Mary Melarik Pech. He married the former Lillian Decker on 
November 3, 1920. The couple then operated the Pech Homestead Farm in Melnik 
until their retirement. The couple celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary 
in 1980.
Survivors include his wife, Lillian; two sons and daughters-in-law, Norman and 
Mary Pech of 6821 Fisherville Road, Whitelaw and Chester and Dorothy Pech of 
9105 County Trunk Q, Two Rivers; four grandchildren, Mary Jane O'Connell, Gail 
Ann Svacina, Cheryl Gilbert and Dennis Pech; five great grandchildren and a 
niece, Adeline Goetz. He was preceded in death by a brother, Anton in 1974.
Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday 
afternoon and Monday until the hour of service.
Herald Times Reporter, November 2, 1984 P. 3
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[husband of Lillian Pech]


AGNES J. PECH

Mrs. Quirin (Agnes J.) Pech, 72, of 1119 Park Row Blvd., Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday, August 7, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Private family funeral services will be held Friday at Parkside Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. Rev. Arthur Willie will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pech was born October 8, 1912, in the Town of Gibson, Wisconsin, daughter 
of the late Edward and Mary Kouba Krajnek. She married Quirin C. Pech on 
June 21, 1933, at Melnik Presbyterian Church.
Survivors include her husband, Quirin; a son and daughter-in-law, Archie and 
Martha Pech of Manitowoc; two granddaughters, Stacy and Sara Pech of Manitowoc; 
two brothers and sisters-in-law, Edward and Agnes Krajnek of Manitowoc and 
Joseph and Olive Krajnek of Maribel; five sisters and four brothers-in-law, 
Mary Novak of Manitowoc, Lillian and Walter Malach of Two Rivers, Emma and 
Ralph Schroeder of Mishicot, Libbie and Robert Taicher of Denmark, Marcie and 
Jerome Aschenbrenner of Manitowoc, other relatives and friends also survive. 
She was preceded in death by a sister, Josephine Lodell.
There will be no visitation at the Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc.
Herald Times Reporter, August 8, 1985  P. 3


ALBIN PECH

Albin Pech of 1636 S. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness. He was 58.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Gervase Zanotti of the First Presbyterian Church offic-
iating, with burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
A resident of Manitowoc the past 30 years, Mr. Pech was born in the Town of 
Kossuth on March 1, 1896. In 1927 he married Emma Weber who died in 1946. The 
past four years he had resided with a daughter and son in law, Mr. and Mrs. 
Eugene Wachtl. Prior to his illness he had been employed at the Aluminum Goods 
Mfg. Co., plant in Manitowoc.
He was an honorary member of the Manitowoc Marine Band, Musicians Local 195, 
the ZCBJ lodge and the Eagles Aerie.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Eugene Wachtl and Mrs. Harold Hacke of 
Manitowoc; a son, Lester of Manitowoc; two brothers, Joseph and Robert of Rt. 
1, Whitelaw; and nine grandchildren. A brother, Boldy, died in 1951.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 20, 1954  P. 25
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[d. 12-18-1954/age 58 yrs.]


ALVINA E. PECH

Mrs. Alvina E. Pech, 69, of Route 1, Whitelaw, a lifelong resident of the Town 
of Kossuth, died Thursday evening in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. For the 
past 15 years Mrs. Pech had made her home with Mr. and Mrs. Edward Rozum.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday in Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville. 
The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pech, nee Alvina Trochil, was born June 17, 1910, in the Town of Kossuth, 
daughter of the late Frank and Ida Skarivoda Trochil. She was married to 
Joseph M. Pech Dec. 13, 1947. He preceded her in death Jan. 11, 1961. She was 
a member of Melnik Homemakers Club, Kellnersville-Maribel Senior Citizens, 
Western Fraternal Life Association No. 20 of Melnik and Women of the Moose of 
Aurora, Ill.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Betty Pilger of Costa Mesa, Calif., a niece, 
Mrs. Donald (Marion) La Rose of Two Rivers, four grandchildren and four great 
grandchildren. Two sisters, Emily and Blanche, preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Saur Funeral Home after 6 p.m. Sunday and Monday until the 
time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, July 14, 1979  P. 3
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[bur. on Joseph M. Pech Jr. lot]


ANITA E. PECH

Anita E. Pech, age 84, a resident of Rivers Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center, 
Manitowoc, died Saturday, Feb. 24, 2001, at Rivers Bend.
Funeral Services will be held at Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, Tuesday, 
Feb. 27, 2001, at 11 a.m. Rev. Bruce McKenney and Rev. Robert Kujaski will 
officiate. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Anita was born March 16,1916, in Two Rivers, Wis. She was the daughter of the 
late Alvin and Clara Boldus Krause. In 1934, she graduated from Washington High 
School, Two Rivers. She was employed by Lakeshore Technical College for 14 years 
as a financial secretary retiring in June 1978. Anita was a member of Bethany Ev. 
Lutheran Church and the church’s Ladies Aid.
Anita and her late husband, George Pech, made their home in Manitowoc where they 
raised their four surviving children: Susan (Michael) Dingman of Racine, Marilynn 
(Keith) Liska of Manitowoc, Jeffrey Pech of Elk Grove, Calif., and Carol Dodge of 
Whitelaw; she is also survived by a sister, Carol Ullsperger of Escanaba, Mich.; 
two sisters-in-law, Elaine Asmus of Manitowoc and Esther Spitzer of San Jose, 
Calif.; her nine grandchildren, Eric (Patricia) Dingman, Andrew (Stephanie) Dingman, 
Kristeen Liska, Michael Liska, and Joanna Tingerthal, Mark Liska, Jennifer (Sean) 
Parsons, Courtney Pech, Aaron Walters and Liz Giovannatti, Rebecca Walters and Eddie 
Cops; and two great grandchildren, Nicholas Dingman and Sydney Parsons. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George; one daughter-in-law, Deborah 
Pech; two sons-in-law, David Walters and Michael Dodge, one sister-in-law and two 
brothers-in-law.
Friends and relatives may call at Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church, Tuesday, 10 a.m. until 
the time of services at 11 a.m. Memorials in Anita’s name would be appreciated to 
Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is assisting the Pech 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 25, 2001  P. A4


ANNA PECH    (d. 1963)

Mrs. Anna Pech, 88, of 1032 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning at her 
home after a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Gervase J. Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Pech was born on a farm in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late Albert 
and Barbara Krejchie, April 18, 1874, and attended township schools. She was 
married to Antone Pech in 1891 and the couple farmed in Gibson until his death 
in 1927. Three years later she moved to Manitowoc.
Surviving are two grandchildren, Harvey Polivka and Mrs. Harvey Krish, of 
Manitowoc and three great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Two Rivers Reporter, March 9, 1963 P. M-7
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[d. 03-08-1963/age 88 yrs./widow of Anton Pech]


ANTON PECH    (d. 1927)

HEART ATTACK CLAIMS LIFE OF ANTON PECH
Suffering from a heart attack Anton Pech, 60, passed away early this morning 
at his home at Gibson. Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:30 from the 
home, the Rev. Teply officiating and burial will take place in Evergreen in 
this city.
Mr. Pech made his home in the county, having been born at Kossuth, Nov. 16, 
1867. He operated a farm in Gibson. Surviving is his wife, who was Anna Krejcie 
before their marriage 36 years ago, and four children, who are Mrs. Adolph 
Polivka of Polivka’s Corners, Mrs. William Spevacek of this city, William of 
Gibson and Louis of Gibson. Seven brothers, Joseph and Jerry of Melnik, Charles, 
Emil and Fred of Francis Creek, Henry of Four Corners and James of this city, 
also remain. One sister survives, being Mrs. Joseph Soukup of Melnik and one 
grandchild.
Manitowoc Herald News, September 14, 1927  P. 1
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[bur. 9/16/1927/cause: heart disease]


ANTON J. PECH   (d. 1974)

Anton (Tony) Pech of 834 Bader St., Green Bay, died Monday at a Green
Bay hospital, following a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Proko-Wall Funeral
Home, 1630 E. Mason St., Green Bay.  The Rev. Charles R. Freuden will
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pech was born in the town of Kossuth, son of the late Mr. and Mrs.
Joseph Pech.  Shortly after, he moved with his family to Melnik.  He
married Lillian Wachholz at Manitowoc.  He owned and operated his own
cheese factory at Francis Creek and Kingsbridge for many years.   He
was then employed as a foreman for the Pauly Cheese Co. of Manitowoc
and moved with them to Green Bay 20 years ago.  After his retirement
from Pauly Cheese Co. he was employed as a salesman for Steve's Cheese
Co. of Denmark.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Ewin R. (Adeline) Goetz,
of Northbrook, Ill., a brother, Adolph, of Melnik and nieces and
nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 o'clock this Tuesday
evening and after 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Herald Times Reporter  Tuesday, March 12, 1974  pg. 3

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Notes From Melnik.
Anton Pech, Jr., of this place and Miss Lillian Wacholtz of Francis Creek were married at the office of probate court, Judge Chloupek officiating. The bridal party made the trip to Manitowoc in a ribbon decorated carriage that attracted much attention.
The happy couple will take up their residence at Francis Creek where the groom is operating a cheese factory. The correspondent joins their many friends in congratulations and best wishes as they go hand in hand down the pathway of life.
Manitowoc Pilot, November 28, 1912 P. 8

ARLENE D. PECH

Mrs. Arlene D. Pech, 75, of 924 S. 17th Street, Manitowoc, died Friday morning, 
April 17, 1987 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am 
Monday at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. Rev. Arno Wolfgramm will 
officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pech was born July 17, 1911 in the Town of Liberty, near Valders, daughter 
of the late Carl and Pauline Christenson Sorenson. Mrs. Pech was employed at Rahr 
Civic Center in Manitowoc for many years. She married Irving Pech on February 14, 
1942 at Jerpen Lutheran Church, Town of Cato. Mrs. Pech was a member of First 
German Evangelical Lutheran church.
Survivors include a daughter and a son-in-law, Diane and John Martinez of Manitowoc; 
a brother and a sister-in-law, Claud and Mildred Sorenson of Route 1, Manitowoc; 
five grandchildren, Debra Lorenz of Francis Creek, John Martinez Jr., of Milwaukee, 
Timothy Martinez of Milwaukee, Robert Martinez of Manitowoc and Stacey Martinez at 
home; a special friend, Oscar Lulloff of Manitowoc and other relatives and friends 
survive. She was preceded in death by a sister, Mrs. Harold (Viola) Carstens.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral home, Manitowoc, from 5 pm to 9 pm 
Sunday and Monday at the church from 9 am until the time of service at 11 am.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Apr. 18, 1987 page 14


BABY PECH    (d. 1951)

Funeral services were held Tuesday morning for the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. 
Edward Pech, of 1034 North 13th street, Manitowoc, at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home. Burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
Survivors are the parents; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Jebavy 
of Manitowoc; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Pech Sr., of Francis 
Creek.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, January 2, 1951 P.2
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[stillborn/bur. on Peter Jebavy lot]


BLANCHE PECH

INJURIES SHE RECEIVED IN CRASH FATAL 
Mrs. Joseph M. Pech Jr. Was Injured When Car Was Forced Off Road 
Injuries suffered when the car driven by her husband was forced off the highway 
near Kellnersville early Monday morning caused the death at the hospital last 
night of Mr. Joseph M. Pech Jr. She was 44 years of age.
The fatal accident came at the end of a day of reunions at which Mr. and Mrs. 
Pech, who reside on a farm in the town of Kossuth, had been guests of relatives 
and friends on the occasion of their 20th wedding anniversary. Mr. Pech escaped 
with cuts and bruises. A maid, Olive Worel, returning to the farm home with the 
Pechs also escaped serious injuries.
According to Mr. Pech a car drove up behind him just before he met an oncoming 
car on County Highway H, a short distance off Highway 141. He sought to avoid the 
accident but one of the cars forced him off the highway and the car turned over 
on its side to the adjoining field.
Mrs. Pech sustained fractured vertebrae and a severed spinal cord and __  _____ 
to the hospital here.
Seek Identity 
Her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anton Cizek came here from Petersburg, Virginia when 
advised of the accident and Mrs. Pech recognized them before she lapsed into 
unconsciousness.
Since the accident county authorities have been checking in an effort to learn the 
identity of the drivers of the two other cars which failed to stop after the Pech 
car went off the highway and turned over.
The maiden name of the deceased was Blanche Cizek and she was born in Kossuth in 
1889. Twenty-eight years ago she accompanied her parents to Virginia and eight 
years later returned here to wed Joseph Pech Jr. They took up their home on the 
present homestead farm. She was a member of the Z.C.B.J. lodge of Melnik and the 
J.C.D. ladies society.
Survivors are her husband, parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anton Cizek of Petersburg, Va., 
two brothers, Adolph and Edward of Virginia and a sister, Mrs. Frank Vasl, Milwaukee. 
Funeral services will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. from the Pfeffer funeral home 
with interment at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 26, 1934  P. 2
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[bur. 10-29-1934/age 44 yrs/cause: severed cord between 5th and 6th vertebrae/
bur. on Joseph M. Pech, Jr. lot]
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Pech-Cizek
Miss Blanche Cizek and Joseph M. Pech, Jr., plighted their troth before Judge 
Chloupek today the attendants at the ceremony being Bolislaf Peck and Miss Clara 
Cizek.
The bride lives at Petersburg, Va., but formerly resided in the town of Kossuth. 
The couple will visit there on their honeymoon and return here to make their 
home in Kossuth.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, October 21, 1914 P. 6


CATHERINE C. PECH

Catherine C. Pech, age 90, of 2121 Kelner St., Manitowoc, died Thursday evening, 
Jan. 13, 2011, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center in Manitowoc.
Catherine was born on July 29, 1920, in Thorp, Wis., daughter of the late Oscar 
and Philomena (Wagner) Peterson. She attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated 
from Lincoln High School in 1938.
She married Quentin J. Pech on Aug. 16, 1941, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in 
Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on Feb. 4, 1985. Catherine was a member of 
St. Francis of Assisi Parish. She enjoyed flower gardening, word puzzles and 
traveling.
Catherine was a strong-willed independent person, with a loving and caring spirit. 
She was very thankful to have the ability to live her 90 years independently. She 
enjoyed having lunch with her grandchildren and in later years spending time with 
her great-grandchildren.
Survivors include one son and a daughter-in-law: David J. and Cindy Pech, Manitowoc; 
four grandchildren: Carol Pech, Madison, Cameron (Dayna) Goetz, Manitowoc, Jessica 
Pech, Washington D.C., Jonathon (Gretchen) Pech, Manitowoc; three great-grandchildren: 
Zachary, Carson, and Callie Goetz, Manitowoc; special friends: Marilyn Drumm, Manitowoc, 
Pat Gruber, Manitowoc and the Rick Konop family. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends also survive.  
She was preceded in death by her parents: Her husband: Quentin Pech; one son: 
Don J. Pech; one brother: Harold Peterson; three sisters: Lucille Lutz; Gladys 
Hollander; Ruemilda Peterson.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2011, at St. Francis 
of Assisi Church-Waldo Site, North 14th and Waldo Boulevard, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Dan Felton will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial will take place at 
Evergreen Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at church on Tuesday from 10 
a.m. until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. 
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is assisting the Pech family.
The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center for the special care given to Catherine and also River’s Bend Health and 
Rehabilitation Center.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 15, 2011 


DOLORES PECH

AUTO TRAGEDY HERE BLAMED FOR 2ND DEATH
Child Born Week After Father, E. Pech, is Killed and Mother Hurt Dies at Kossuth
Tragedy, believed to have been an aftermath of the automobile accident here on 
October 28, 1929 and which took the life of Edwin Pech, boy husband, and injured 
his wife, Florence Fierst Pech, again entered the Pech home at Kossuth yesterday 
when Dolores Florence Pech, infant daughter of the couple, passed away at the 
home of her grandparents. The child was born on November 3, 1929, a week after 
the accident and at a time her mother was still suffering from the effects of 
being struck by an automobile driven and containing high school students from 
Oshkosh.
Funeral services will be held from the Wattawa and Urbanek mortuary on North 
Eighth street here Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock with the Rev. Junek of the 
Melnik Presbyterian church officiating. Burial will take place at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, March 27, 1930 P. 6
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[Dolores Florence Pech/bur. 3-29-1930/age 5 mo./cause: enteritis/
bur. on Mrs. Edwin Pech lot]


DONALD JOSEPH PECH

Donald J. Pech, age 57, a Manitowoc resident, died unexpectedly Monday, Oct. 11, 
2004 at his residence.
Donald was born May 27, 1947 a Manitowoc, son of Catherine C. (Peterson) Pech and 
the late Quentin J. Pech. He grew up and was educated at Manitowoc and graduated 
from Lincoln High School in 1965. He received his Bachelor of Arts degrees in 
computer science and accounting from the University of Minnesota Duluth and master's 
degree in business administration from the International School of Business, Phoenix. 
Don had a unique sense of humor and outgoing personality and enjoyed fishing in 
Canada as well as an interest in working at his computer.
Survivors include his mother: Catherine, Manitowoc; a brother: David J. (Cindy) 
Pech, Manitowoc; nieces and nephews: Carol Pech, Baltimore, Md.; Jessica Pech, 
Manitowoc; Jonathan Pech, Manitowoc; and Dr. Cameron (Dayna) Goetz, Manitowoc; 
grand-nephews: Zachary and Carson Goetz; other relatives and friends. Donald was 
preceded in death by his father: Quentin J. Pech in 1985.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, 2004 at The Reinbold & 
Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St., Manitowoc. Deaccon Paul Kieffer will 
officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery later.
Relatives and friends may call from 9 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home to the time 
of service at 11 a.m.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is serving the Pech family.
Herald Times Reporter, October 12, 2004  P. A3


EDWARD EARL PECH, JR.    (1999)

Edward (Eddie) Pech, Jr., age 73, of 111 Meadow Lane, Route 2, Manitowoc (Village 
of Francis Creek), died Tuesday afternoon, November 9, at his residence. 
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, November 12, 1999 at the Reinbold & 
PFeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville. Rev. Robert Meyer will officiate with 
burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Eddie was born April 11, 1926, in the town of Kossuth, son of the late Edward and 
Agnes Radzinski Pech, Sr. He attended school in the town of Kossuth. On May 20, 1950, 
he was married to the former Vera Jebavy at Manitowoc. Ed had worked for Eggers and the 
Burger Boat Co. prior to owning Pech's Auto Salvage & Sales in Francis Creek for the past 
47 years. He was a former member of the Francis Creek Sportsmans Club, a former member of 
the Francis Creek Volunteer Fire Dept. and was a former Constable for the town of Kossuth.
Survivors include his wife, Vera, Francis Creek; one daughter and son-in-law, Vickie & Gary 
Pech-Kortbein, rural Manitowoc; three grandsons, Kerry, Kyle, Conner Pech-Kortbein; one 
sister and brother-in-law, Charlotte & Colvin (Dan) Gatlin, Manitowoc; two brothers-in-law 
and sisters-in-law, Roddy & Marlene Jebavy, Two Rivers, Lumir & Carol Jebavy, Manitowoc, nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in death by one brother-in-law, 
George Jebavy.
Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold and Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville 
on Thursday (TONIGHT) from 4-8 p.m. and on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, November 11, 1999  P. A2


EDWIN PECH    (d. 1929)

ONE DEAD AS AUTO HITS COUPLE 
YOUNG HUSBAND KILELD AND WIFE IS INJURED 
Appalling Tragedy Claims Life of Edwin Pech on Washington street Saturday Night 
In one of the most appalling traffic accidents of years, in the downtown section 
Saturday night, Edwin Pech, 21, was fatally injured and his wife, Florence, 19, 
a bride of but a few months, sustained serious bruises, when they were run down 
by an automobile occupied by six Oshkosh high school students on Washington 
street. Mr. Pech died at the Holy Family hospital three hours after the accident 
from internal injuries and skull fracture. Mrs. Pech, who escaped with slight 
injuries, was able to leave the hospital today.
The accident happened on Washington street, between Eleventh and Twelfth streets, 
shortly after 9 o’clock and was witnessed by many automobilists and pedestrians 
on the street. Mr. and Mrs. Pech were taken to the hospital where the husband died 
at 11:45.
(snip)
Were En Route to Movie
Mr. and Mrs. Pech were on their way to attend a picture showing at the Mikadow theatre, 
the young husband driving out into the country during the early evening, so that his 
wife could accompany him to witness the performance. They parked their light coupe 
about 40 feet west of the intersection of Eleventh and Washington streets shortly after 
9 o’clock and were walking across the street when the accident occurred. The two were 
crossing in traffic, which at that time is heavy on Washington street and had halted 
in the lane, when struck. Mr. Pech was carried fifty feet by the impact while his wife 
was thrown ten feet by impact of his body.
It was said that the boys had been observed by a number of people about the city as 
they paraded about the city streets with their collegiate flivver during the day, were 
driving east on Washington street and were passing cars at the time of the accident. 
The street was crowded with cars as many persons were returning to their homes after 
witnessing first performance at downtown show houses. Owing to the fact that rain was 
falling at the time, the reflection on the black preparation placed on the street to 
cover the holes made when the street car tracks were removed, prevented the driver from 
seeing the young couple as they stood in the center of the street, it was claimed. 
Wife Thrown to Side 
Immediately after striking the husband, the car struck Mrs. Pech and hurled her through 
the air for a distance of about eight or ten feet. Principal C.E. Bray of the Valders 
high school, who witnessed the accident, declared. Bray was entering his car, parked in 
front of the Park View Tavern, and said that after hearing the sound of the collision 
he turned about to see Mrs. Pech thrown in his direction. He picked her up and removed 
her to an automobile near the scene and she was taken to the hospital.
After the husband was extricated from the bottom of the machine at the intersection, he 
was removed to the waiting ambulance and rushed to the hospital. An examination revealed 
that he was suffering from internal hurts and from skull fracture and death occurred at 
11:45 o’clock.
Is Kossuth Youth 
Edwin Pech, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Pech of the town of Kossuth, was born in Kossuth 
on January 21, 1908 and made his home with his parents until coming to Manitowoc to secure 
employment at the White House Condensery here. On June 8 of this year he married Miss 
Fierst and the couple recently took up their home in an apartment at 917 S. Twenty-fourth 
street, this city. In addition to his widow, he is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. 
Emil Pech and one brother, Querin, at home.
Funeral services are to be held from the Wattawa & Urbanek chapel at 2 o’clock on Tuesday 
afternoon with interment taking place at Evergreen cemetery.
Friends viewed the remains at the chapel during today and the chapel is to be open from 
7 until 8 o’clock tonight to permit others to visit there.
(snip)
Manitowoc Herald News, September 30, 1929  P. 2
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[cause: fracture base of skull auto accident]


EDWIN PECH    (d. 1955)

Edwin Pech (photo), retired meter reader and repairman for the Manitowoc Public 
Utilities who resided at 619 Cleveland Ave. died early Monday morning at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness. He was 61.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the First Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Roland I. Sch____ will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery. Masonic rites will be held at graveside. 
Born Feb. 15, 1894, at Manitowoc, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Pech, 
he married the former Adela Luebke at Two Rivers on June 30, 1915. The couple 
established residence at Manitowoc. He had been employed for 40 years as a meter 
reader and repairman for the municipal utilities and also was stage electrician 
for the old Opera House and the Capitol Theater. He retired from active labor 
about five years ago because of poor health. He was a member of the Manitowoc 
Masonic lodge and the Eagles aerie.
Surviving are his wife, a brother George of Green Bay, and three sisters, Mrs. 
Walter P___ and Miss Elsie Pech of Manitowoc and Mrs…
(remainder of obituary is unreadable).  
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 1, 1955  P. 27 
*******
[d. 05-30-1955/age 61 yrs./cause: carcinoma of the esophagus]
*******
The marriage of Mr. Edward(sic) Pech of Manitowoc and Miss Adela Luebke of this 
city took place at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. August Luebke on 
Wednesday at ten o'clock. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Doehler. The attending 
couple was Mr. Wm Luebke, a brother of the bride and Miss Emma Stastny, a cousin 
of the groom.
After a wedding dinner in which the family and immediate relatives participated. 
The couple left at noon on an extended tour. They will be at home after August 
15th at Manitowoc where Mr. Pech is employed in the electric light plant. The 
bride is a highly esteemed and charming young lady until recently employed in 
the dry goods dept. of the Two Rivers Mercantile Co. The Reporter unites with her 
many friends here in wishing the pair a happy and prosperous future.
The Reporter, Fri., July 2, 1915


ELLEN PECH

Mrs. Ellen May Pech, 80, of 1207 Huron St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning at 
Holy Family Hosptial, Manitowoc, after an extended illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. Paul Methodist Church, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. D.L. Wandschneider officiating, and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Pech was born May 14, 1880, at Burlington, Iowa, daughter of the late 
Christopher and Mary Day. She spent the early part of her life at Chicago and 
moved to Manitowoc at the age of 13. She was graduated from Northside High 
School and in 1901 was married to the late James W. Pech, a former Manitowoc 
businessman.
She was a charter member of the Eastern Star, Chapter 196, a lifelong member of 
St. Paul Methodist Church and a charter member of W.S.C.S. of the church.
Surviving are two daughters, Miss Ethel Pech, a teacher in the Manitowoc public 
school system, and Mrs. F.J. Asmus of Grosse Point, Mich., two sons, George, of 
Manitowoc and Allison, of San Jose, Calif., and 10 grandchildren.
Friends may call after 2 p.m. Sunday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 
11 a.M. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 22, 1960 P.21
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Funeral services for Mrs. James W. Pech, 80, of 1207 Huron St., Manitowoc, who 
died Friday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 2 p.m. Monday 
at St. Paul Methodist Church. The Rev. D.L. Wandschneider will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 p.m. Sunday until 
11 a.m. Monday when the body will be taken to the church until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, July 23, 1960 P.9
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[Ellen May/d. 07-22-1960/age 80 yrs./widow of James W. Pech]


ELSIE S. PECH    (d. 1977)

Miss Elsie S. Pech, 72, formerly of 823 N. 10th St. Manitowoc, died early Tuesday 
evening in St. Mary Hospital, Kewaunee.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday in Phipps Memorial Chapel of First 
Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dale Tutje will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Pech was born Jan. 6, 1905, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Stephen and 
Vlasta Podrabsky Pech. She was graduated from Manitowoc High School and Belmont 
Hospital School of Nursing. Miss Pech was a registered nurse in Illinois and most 
recently in Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, and also did private nursing. She 
was a member of First Presbyterian Church and Manitowoc Chapter Order of Eastern 
Star No. 196.
Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Walter (Mildred) Plautz and Mrs. Ruth Gillespie 
of Manitowoc and nieces and nephews. Two brothers, Edwin and Rueben, preceded her 
in death.
Friends may call in Phipps Memorial Chapel from 12:30 p.m. Thursday until the time 
of service. Memorials may be make (sic) to the charity of the donor's choice.
Herald Times Reporter, October 12, 1977 P. 3
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[d. at Kewaunee WI/bur. on Stephen Pech lot]


EMIL PECH

Emil Pech, 65, of 2014 Rankin street, retired farmer, died suddenly 
of a heart attack Tuesday afternoon. He was stricken in the living 
room of the Pech home and died as a physician was summoned.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, 
Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. C. H. Phipps officiating. 
Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Pech was born at Kossuth in 1877 and in 1905 married Miss Mary 
Sykora of that town. They located on a farm in Kossuth which they 
operated until nine years ago, moving to this city to reside.
Survivors are the widow; son, Quirin, of this city; two brothers, 
Jerry and Henry of Kossuth; sister, Mrs. Joseph Soukup, of this city, 
and a grandchild.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 7 o’clock to night 
until the hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald-Times 14 Oct 1942
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[d. 10-13-1942/age 65 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis]


EMMA PECH

Mrs. Albin Pech, 48, of 1636 South Ninth street, died last night at the Holy 
Family hospital, after a short illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Pfeffer funeral home, 
the Rev. Yaroslav Vrany officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Pech, nee Emma Weber, was born in Kossuth in 1897 and in 1917 was married 
to Albin Pech. They located in this city. She was a member of the Z.C.B.J. 
lodge.
Survivors are the husband; two daughters, Mrs. Harold Hacker of Evansville, 
Ill., Mrs. Eugene Wachtl of this city; son, Lester J., of this city; and three 
grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after Thursday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 13, 1946   P. 2
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[d. 03-12-1946/age 48 yrs./bur. on Albin Pech lot]


ETHEL GRACE PECH

Ethel G.Pech, 88, of ?? Huron Street, Manitowoc, died early Friday morning, 
September 21, 1990 at the Shady Lane Home.  Funeral services will be held at 
11 am Monday at the St. Paul United Methodist Church, Manitowoc. Rev. James 
Barnes will officiate and burial will follow at the Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born February 23, 1902 at Manitowoc, daughter of the late James W. and 
Ellen Mae Day Pech. She was a lifelong Manitowoc resident, attended Manitowoc 
Public Schools. Was a graduate of the old Washington High School. Miss Pech 
graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee with a Degree in Early 
Childhood Education. She taught kindergarten in the Waukesha Public School 
System for 2 years, then moving to Manitowoc where she taught kindergarten in 
public schools for 47 years. She was active in church work and also taught 
Sunday school for 40 years. She was active in civic organizations, among them 
being the organization of the Manitowoc County Daycare Association Inc., the 
Manitowoc Garden Study Club and local state and national Teachers Associations. 
She retired from public school teaching in 1967.
Survivors include one sister, Mrs. Elaine Aamus of Manitowoc; two sisters-in-
law, Mrs. George Pech of Manitowoc, Mrs. Lawrence (Esther) Spitzer of San Jose, 
California; nine nieces and nephews; twenty great nieces and great nephews. 
She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, George and Allison.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Paul United Methodist 
Church or the Manitowoc Daycare Center. Visitation will be 10 am Monday morning 
at St. Paul United Methodist Church to the time of services. Pfeffer Funeral 
Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Sept. 21, 1990  page B10
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[single/bur. on Mrs. James W. Pech lot]


FRED PECH

Fred Pech, 50, of Francis Creek, prominent filling station operator, died last 
night at the Holy Family hospital, where he was moved from his home last 
Sunday.
Mr. Pech's death is attributed partly to shock resulting when his home in Francis 
Creek was destroyed by fire March 9.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Husar funeral home at 
Kellnersville. Burial will be in the Francis Creek National cemetery.
Mr. Pech was born at Kossuth in 1891 and in 1921 married Julia Halvlovetz. He 
located in Francis Creek in the filling station business. Mr. Pech was also a 
musician and was a member of numerous bands and orchestras in the county.
Survivors are the widow; two sons, Victor and Gordon, at home; sister, Mrs. Joseph 
Soukup, of this city; three brothers, Jerry, of Melnik, Henry of Cato and Emil of 
this city.
The body may be viewed at the Husar funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, April 15, 1942 P.2
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[d. 04-14-1942/age 50 yrs./reburial-disinterred from Kossuth National cemetery/
bur. on Julia A. Pech lot-10-08-1970]


GARDY W. PECH

Gordon (Gardy) W. Pech, 47, of 524 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Thursday evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will 
be at 3 pm Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral home, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
V.N. Hillestad will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Pech was born July 20, 1923 at Town of Kossuth, Manitowoc County, son of 
the late Fred and Mrs. Julia Havlovitz Pech. He married Mary Jane King Dec. 27, 
1947 at Manitowoc, where the couple located. He was a veteran of World War II, 
serving in the medical attachment of the station hospital.
Survivors include his wife; his mother, Mrs. Julia Pech, of Manitowoc; a 
daughter, Karen, at home and a brother, Victor of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home, Ninth Street entrance, after 6 o'clock 
this Friday evening until the time of services. Military rites at the grave 
site will be conducted by the American Legion Post No. 88.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Aug. 28, 1970
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Card of Thanks 
Pech - words cannot express our gratitude for the kind expressions of sympathy 
received from our relatives, friends and neighbors during our recent bereavement, 
the loss of our dearest husband, father, son, brother and uncle, Mr. Gardy Pech. 
We would also like to thank the Rev. V.N. Hillestad, the organist and singers, 
the ladies of the church who served lunch, the American Legion members who served 
as pallbearers, the ambulance driver and attendants, the doctors and nurses of 
Holy Family Hospital, those who gave memorial wreaths and flower and food, those 
who sent sympathy cards, the donors and drivers of cars and any others who helped 
in any way.
Family of Mr. Gardy Pech
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, Sept. 1, 1970 page 18
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[Gordon W./bur. on Mary Jane Pech lot]


GEORGE PECH

George W. Pech, 67, of 322 S. 31st St, Manitowoc, died Friday evening at 
Holy Family Hospital.
Funeral sevices will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. Paul United Methodist 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Kristaps Caune will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pech was born Dec. 27, 1903, in Manitowoc, son of the late James and 
Ellen Day Pech. He graduated from Washington High School in Manitowoc in 
1922 and also attended Ripon College. He was employed by the Palmolive Co. 
and the Manitowoc Seed Co., returning to Manitowoc in 1930 to take employment 
at Whitehouse Milk Co., where he was the general foreman.
Survivors include his wife, the former Anita Krause of Two Rivers, a son, 
three daughters (Survivors omitted for privacy.), two sisters, Ethel of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. Fred (Elaine) Asmus of Grosse Pointe, Mich.; three 
grandsons and a grand daughter. A brother, Allison Pech, preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call at the Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 
3 p.m. Sunday. Memorials may be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church., 
Bethany Lutheran church, or the American Cancer society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 18, 1971
*******
[d. 09-17-1971/age 67 yrs./husband of Anita E. Pech]
(27 Dec 1903/Sep 1971/SSDI)


JAMES WENZEL PECH

James W. Pech, 70, who established one of the city’s early day livery stables 
and later headed a transfer and moving business, died last night at the home, 
736? North 12th street. He had been ill for some time, and confined to his home 
the past year.
Funeral services, under Masonic auspices, will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from 
the Masonic temple, the Rev. Victor Nearhoof of the St. Paul’s M.E. church 
officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Pech was born in the town of Kossuth in 1870 and when a boy of 15 came to 
this city to complete his school. At the age of 20 he engaged in the livery 
business and established a stable on North Eighth street opposite the fire 
station. In the period between 1890 and 1900 extra teams for use of the fire 
department were provided by livery stables and Mr. Pech had a contract to 
furnish horses to the city to haul apparatus to fires.
He also furnished carriages and hearses for funerals and after the coming of 
the automobile, discontinued this business to engage in the garage business. 
He was active in this field until his health failed.
Mr. Pech was a well known musician and a member of the Manitowoc City band for 
years. His other affiliations included the Masonic lodge, St. Paul’s M.E. church, 
Men’s Brotherhood of the church, and the Musicians’ union. 
In 1901 he married Miss Ellen May Day. The widow survives with two sons, George 
of this city, Allison, a senior student at the University of Wisconsin, Madison; 
two daughters, Ethel, a teacher in the Garfield school here, Mrs. Fred Asmus of 
Grosse Point, Mich.; four brothers, Fred, Jerry and Henry of Kossuth, Emil, of 
this city; sister, Mrs. Rose Soukup of this city.
The body will be removed from the Vogelsang funeral home to the Masonic Temple, 
and can be viewed there from Friday at 2 p.m. until the time of the services 
Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 29, 1940  P. 2
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[d. 02-28-1940/age 70 yrs./cause: apoplexy]


JOSEPH I. PECH    (d. 1932)

JOSEPH PECH DIES AT FARM 
Kossuth Pioneer Dies Today At Home of Son 
Joseph I. Pech, 63, a resident of the town of Kossuth his entire life, died 
this morning at the farm home, operated by his son Adolph, near Melnik. Burial 
will take place on Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the farm home, with 
interment at Evergreen cemetery here.
The deceased grew to manhood in the town of Kossuth. His wife died in 1919. 
Two sons, Adolph at Melnik and A. J. Pech of Kingsbridge, a sister, Mrs. Joseph 
Soukop of this city, five brothers, James, city, Jerry of Melnik, Fred, Henry 
and Emil of Francis Creek and three grandchildren survive.
The remains may be viewed at the Pech home near Melnik from Saturday night up 
to the time of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 5, 1932  P. 2
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[died at Kossuth, WI/cause: Brights disease]


JOSEPH M. PECH  JR.    (d. 1961)

Joseph M. Pech, 69, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, and a lifelong resident of the Town 
of Kossuth, died at home Wednesday morning after a heart attack. He had been 
in ill health since August.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Saur Funeral Home, 
Kellnersville, the Rev. Dr. Henry E. Stammer officiating. Burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pech was born May 9, 1891, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late Joseph 
and Mary Drashner Pech. He married Blanche Chizek in 1914. She preceded him 
in death in 1934. He married Alvina Trochil Dec. 13, 1947, and they farmed on 
the homestead in the township. Two brothers, Boldy and Albin, preceded him in 
death.
A well known musician, he and his brothers Robert, Boldy and Albin formed the 
Pech Brothers Brass Band. Other local bands he played in were the Evening Star 
Band, Jim Novy Brass Band, the Louis Meyer Band and the Paul Gosz Band. He was 
also a member of ZCBJ Lodge NO. 20 of Melnik.
Survivors include his wife; a step-daughter, Mrs. Victor Pilger, of Newport 
Beach, Calif.; a brother, Robert, on the homestead farm and four step grand-
children.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 12, 1961  P. 23


JULIA A. PECH

Julia A. Pech, of 1235 S. 24th St., Manitowoc, died Monday evening, May 22, 2000, 
at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 26, 2000, at First Reformed 
United Church of Christ. Officiating will be Rev. Richard Runge, burial will follow 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
Julia was born January 13, 1903, in Kellnersville, Wis., daughter of the late Mathew 
and Elizabeth Chizek Havlovitz. She married Fred Pech, March 22, 1921, in Manitowoc. 
He preceded her in death in 1942. Julia worked for the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Co. 
and later the Manitowoc Equipment Works, retiring in 1970.
Survivors include one son and two daughters-in-law, Victor and Priscilla Pech, 
Manitowoc, Mary Jane Pech, Manitowoc; three grandchildren, Vicki and Nicholas 
Dondlinger, Manitowoc, Nancy and Kenneth Rozmarynowski, Manitowoc, Karen and David 
Brenneman, Manitowoc; nine great grandchildren, Jason Dondlinger and fiancee, Heather 
Hanson, Stacy Dondlinger, Justin Dondlinger, Scott Rozmarynowski, Craig Rozmarynowski, 
William Pech, Samuel Pech, Benji Brenneman, Lukas Brenneman, all of Manitowoc; one 
great great grandchild, Travis Dondlinger; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Emil and 
Helen Havlovitz, rural Mishicot, James and Julia Havlovitz, Denmark; two sisters, Mrs. 
Clarence (Viola) Luedtke, Manitowoc, Mrs. Raymond (Evelyn) Fogeltanz, Manitowoc; nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Besides her parents and husband, 
Fred, she was preceded in death by one son, Gardy Pech; three brothers and four sisters.
Relatives and friends may call on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 
11 a.m. at First Reformed United Church of Christ.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Services, Manitowoc is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 25, 2000 P. A2


LILLIAN "LILLY" E. PECH    (d. 1984)

Mrs. Lillian E. Pech, of 26788 Mc Laughlin Blvd, S.W. Bonita Springs, Florida, 
a former Green Bay resident, died Saturday morning, June 2, in Bonita Springs 
at the home of her daughter.
Funeral services are tentatively set for 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home 
with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pech was born in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William 
Wachholz. She married Anton Pech in Manitowoc and he preceded her in death in 
1974. Mrs. Pech was employed by Pauly Cheese Company in the first aid department 
prior to her retirement.
Survivors include a daughter and a son-in-law, Adeline and Edwin Goetz of S.W. 
Bonita Springs, Florida and many nieces and nephew also survived.
Friends may call at Proko-Wall Funeral Home, 1630 East Mason Street, Green Bay 
from 7 to 9 Monday evening and Tuesday from 5 to 9 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, June 3, 1984  P. 3

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Notes From Melnik.
Anton Pech, Jr., of this place and Miss Lillian Wacholtz of Francis Creek were married at the office of probate court, Judge Chloupek officiating. The bridal party made the trip to Manitowoc in a ribbon decorated carriage that attracted much attention.
The happy couple will take up their residence at Francis Creek where the groom is operating a cheese factory. The correspondent joins their many friends in congratulations and best wishes as they go hand in hand down the pathway of life.
Manitowoc Pilot, November 28, 1912 P. 8

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[d. at Bonita Springs, FL/widow of Anton J. Pech]


LILLIAN M. PECH    (d. 1997)

Lillian M. Pech, age 94, formerly of Melnik, Wis., died Tuesday evening, August 19, 
1997, at Rivers Bend, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, August 22, 1997, at Reinbold & 
Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville. Sr. Marlene Greatens will officiate 
with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born June 10, 1903, in the township of Kossuth, Manitowoc County, daughter 
of the late Matt and Anna Carbon Decker. She grew up and was educated in the 
township of Kossuth. She married Adolph J. Pech on November 30, 1920. He preceded 
her in death on November 1, 1984. Lillian and her husband operated the Pech 
Homestead Farm in Melnik until their retirement.
Survivors include four grandchildren, Mary Jane and James O'Connell, Reedsville, 
Gail Ann and Hector Lopez, Manitowoc, Cheryl and David Gilbert, Berrington, Ill.; 
Dennis Pech, Falls Church, Va.; six great grandchildren, Lt. Todd Svacina, 
Fayetteville, N.C., Craig, Scott and Kelly O'Connell, Reedsville, Jennifer and 
Eric Gilbert, Berrington, Ill.; one brother, George Decker; five sisters, Rose 
Skaravan, Anna Kubsch, Mildred Doubek, Elsie Lyons and Grace Hartman; two daughters-
in-law, Mary Pech and Dorothy Pech. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews; 
other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Adolph; two 
sons, Norman and Chester; two brothers and one sister.
Relatives and friends may call at Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 
Kellnersville, on Friday from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, August 20, 1997 P. A2


LOUIS A. PECH

HEART ATTACK IS FATAL FOR YOUNG FARMER
Retires For Rest During Day and Is Found Dead By Mother When She Goes To Call Him 
An attack of heart failure which he suffered while he was resting in his bed 
at the family homestead Monday morning took the life of Louis A. Pech, well-
known young county farmer who made his home with his widowed mother, Mrs. Anna 
Pech in the town of Gibson. News of his death proved a decided shock to members 
of his family as the young man had not complained of feeling ill and had been 
about as usual the night before and earlier in the morning.
On Sunday night he had attended a dance in the vicinity and was in his usual good 
spirits when he awoke the following morning. He made the trip to the creamery at 
7 o’clock but at about 9:30 o’clock said that he was a bit tired and decided to 
take a nap. He retired to his room and when his mother went to call him at noon 
she found the dead body.
Native of County 
Born in the town of Gibson on February 5, 1908, he would have been 22 years of 
age a week from tomorrow. His entire life was spent in the township where he took 
up farming after attending the schools of the vicinity. In addition to his widowed 
mother, Mrs. Anton Pech, he is survived by a brother, William at Gibson and two 
sisters, Mrs. William Spivachek, Manitowoc and Mrs. Adolph Polivka, Polivka’s 
Corners. His father died on September 14, 1927.
Funeral services will be held from the family home in Gibson on Thursday afternoon 
at 1 o’clock with services in charge of the Rev. Frank Ju__k of the Presbyterian 
church of Melnik. Interment will take place at Evergreen cemetery in this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 28, 1930  P. 2
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Melnik news:
The county snow plow opened the road around Melnik Thursday forenoon. This was 
being done as an accommodation for those that attended the funeral of the late 
Louis Pech in the afternoon from that section.
Many from here attended the funeral of the late Louis Pech which was held from 
the home at 1 o'clock Thursday afternoon with interment at Evergreen cemetery at 
Manitowoc. Rev. Frank Junek officiated.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, January 31, 1930 P. 9
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[bur. 1-30-1930/age 21 yrs/died at Gibson, WI/bur. on Mrs. Anton Pech St. lot]


MARIE PECH    (d. 1919)

Melnik-Brockville Notes:
Mrs. Joseph I. Pech, a resident of this place for many years, died 
at the family home here early Tuesday morning, following an illness 
of about four months due to a complication of diseases. Although her 
death was expected it was a great shock to her many friends who 
mourn her loss. She was a good neighbor, a loving wife and a kind 
mother. She was 48 years off age and was married to her husband 27 
years ago. Her maiden name was Mary Melvarsik. Her husband Joseph I. 
Pech and two sons, Anton of Francis Creek and Adolph at home survive 
her. The funeral was held on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock from the 
late home. Interment was at the Melnik Presbyterian Cemetery(sic). 
The correspondent joins the many friends in extending their deepest s
ympathy to the afflicted family.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 23, 1919
(Note: She was found in Evergreen, not Melnik)


MARTHA A. PECH

Martha A. Pech, age 63, of 1839 Belmont St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, December 25, 
1994, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Private Family Services will be held on Wednesday, December 28, 1994, at Harrigan 
Parkside Funeral Home. Officiating will be the Rev. Steven Schuette with burial 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born in Virginia and raised in North Carolina. Martha married Archie Q. 
Pech on April 25, 1956. Martha was an active member of First Reformed United 
Church of Christ.
Survivors include her husband, Archie, one daughter and son-in-law, Stacy and Jay 
Taylor, Columbus, Ohio; one grandson, Kyle C. Taylor, Columbus, Ohio; one sister 
and brother-in-law, Janet and Don Schultz, Whispering Pines, North Carolina. Also 
surviving is her father-in-law, Quirin Pech, Manitowoc. She was preceded in death 
by her parents; one daughter, Sara; her mother-in-law, Agnes Pech.
Memorials in her name may be made to First Reformed United Church of Christ.
Herald Times Reporter, December 27, 1994 P. A2


MARY C. PECH   (d. 2002)

Mary C. Pech, age 78, formerly of 6821 Fisherville Road, Whitelaw, and currently 
of 130 Cherry Ave., Francis Creek, died unexpectedly Monday morning March 18, 
2002 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center in Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 21, 2002 at St. Joseph 
Catholic Church, Kellnersville. Monsignor Robert Gulig will celebrate the Mass 
of Christian Burial, with Sister Marlene Greatens, homilist. Burial will follow 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Mary DeVenezio was born Dec. 6, 1923 in Jamaica Plain, Mass., daughter 
of the late Ciro and Elvira Sanseverino DeVenezio. She grew up and attended school 
in Lexington, Mass. On Aug. 10, 1945 she was married to Norman Pech in Manitowoc. 
The couple lived all their married life in the Melnik area and Mary moved to 
Francis Creek in 1993. Norman preceded her in death on May 8, 1988. Mary worked 
at the Mirro Aluminum Company, Lakeside Foods and the Baugniet Mink Farm. She was 
a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville, WFLA Lodge #20 of Melnik 
and Best Friends Thurdays Group.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law: Mary Jane (Jim) O'Connell of 
Reedsville; Gail Ann (Hector) Lopez of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren: Todd (Fran) 
Svacina of Augusta, Ga.; Craig O'Connell of Brillion and his fiancee, Joanne Stecker; 
Scott O'Connell of Reedsville, and his special friend, Nicole Schaefer; Kelly 
O'Connell of Reedsville; Tiana Lopez of Dallas, Texas; Jason Lopez of Dallas, Texas; 
and Tamra (Peter) Garcia of Arlington, Texas; three great-grandchildren: Erin and 
Kevin Svacina of Augusta, Ga.; and Christian Garcia of Arlington, Texas; one sister 
and brother-in-law: Frances (Edward) Curley Ar. of Bedford, Mass.; and one sister-
in-law: Shirley DeVenezio of Fort Meyers, Fla. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends survive. 
She was preceded in death by an infant sister, two infant brothers, two brothers: 
Tony and Robert DeVenezio; and one nephew: Edward Curley Jr.
Relatives and friends may call at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville, on 
Thursday, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of serivces at 11 a.m.
E-mail letters of condolence may be sent to the Pech family c/o the Reinbold & 
Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville, at jrp@lakefield.net.
Herald Times Reporter, March 20, 2002


NORMAN A. PECH

Norman A. Pech, 67, a Melnik area resident, died Sunday May 8, 1988 at Holy 
Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. He was born March 12, 1921 in the Town of 
Kossuth, son of Lillian (Decker) Pech and the late Adolph Pech. He graduated 
from Denmark High School in 1939. On August 10, 1945 he married the former 
Mary DeVenezio.
Survivors include his wife, Mary, two daughters and sons-in-law, Mary Jane 
and Jim O'Connell, Route 1, Reedsville, Gail Ann and Terry Svacina, El Paso, 
Texas; four grandchildren, Todd Svacina, Craig, Scott and Kelly O'Connell; 
his mother, Mrs. Lillian Pech, Fisherville Road; a brother and brothers-in-
law and sisters-in-law, Chester Pech, rural Two Rivers, Mr. and Mrs. Ed 
Curley, Medford, Mass., and Mr. and Mrs. Robert DeVenezio, Falmouth, Mass.
The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Tuesday at St. Joseph Catholic 
Church, Kellnersville by Rev. Francis Reinke. Burial was in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville assisted the family 
with arrangements.
Denmark Press - Thursday, May 12, 1988
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[husband of Mary C. Pech/bur. on Adolph Pech lot]


QUENTIN J. PECH

Quentin J. Pech, 65, of 1145 North 17th Street, Manitowoc, died Monday morning, 
February 4, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and 
Reinbold Funeral Home and 11 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Daniel J. Felton and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pech was born September 17, 1919, in Francis Creeks, son of the late Boldy 
and Della Peroutka Pech. He grew up and was educated at Francis Creek and was a 
1937 graduate of Lincoln High School. He married Catherine C. Peterson on August 
16, 1941, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mr. Pech was employed at 
Imperial Eastman for 20 years, retiring in April of 1984. Mr. Pech was a member 
of Holy Innocents Catholic Church ad was a past officer of the Holy Name Society. 
Quentin appreciated music, wood cutting and wood splitting in his woods and he 
enjoyed his grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, Catherine; two sons and a daughter-in-law, David J. 
and Cindy Pech and Don J. Pech of Manitowoc; four grandchildren, Carol, Cam, 
Jessica and Jonathon; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, 5 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Tuesday evening where a prayer service 
will be at 7:30 o'clock by Deacon Candidate Donald Schneider.
Herald Times Reporter, February 5, 1985 P. 3


RICHARD J. PECH

Richard J. Pech, 61, of 1806 Michigan Ave., Manitowoc, died Monday morning 
at home.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pech was born June 10, 1910, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late 
Charles and Albina Sykora Pech. He attended school in the Town of Rockwood 
and later attended Milwaukee School of Engineering. He married Violet 
Hamernich Sept. 6, 1933, at Manitowoc. He started his employment at Whitehouse 
Milk Co., in 1929 and became head of the Traffic Dept. In 1945. Mr. Pech was 
a member of First Presbyterian Church and a former trustee and elder of the 
church. He was a member of Manitowoc Masonic Lodge No. 65, past high priest 
of the Manitowoc Chapter No. 16, and thrice illustrious master of Council 
No. 18, Royal and Select Masters. Mr. Pech was also a member of the Manitowoc 
Commandary No. 45 and the Manitowoc Traffic Club.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter (Survivor omitted for privacy.), and 
a sister, Mrs. Robert (Olive) Rohrer, of Manitowoc. A son preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, 
until noon Wednesday and then at the church until the time of service. A 
Masonic Memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the Manitowoc Masonic Lodge No. 65.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 13, 1971
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[d. 09-13-1971/age 61 yrs./husband of Violet Pech]
(10 Jun 1910/Sep 1971/SSDI)


ROSS C. PECH

Funeral services for Ross Charles Pech, 23, of 116 N. Orchard, Madison, who died 
Monday afternoon at University Hospital, Madison, will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at 
First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born Oct. 18, 1946, at Manitowoc, son of Richard and Violet Hamernik Pech.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday 
and then at the church from noon Thursday until the time of services.
Memorial gifts may be made to the scholarship fund at the University of Wisconsin, 
Madison, Division of Food, Science and Industry.
Memorials may also be made to the First Presbyterian church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 5, 1970
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[Ross Charles/d. 05-04-1970 at Madison WI/age 23 yrs./son of Richard J. Pech]


SARA A. PECH

Miss Sara Ann Pech, 15, who lived with her parents, Archie and Martha Pech at 
1839 Belmont Street, Manitowoc, died Thursday, January 9, at Holy Family Medical 
Center, Manitowoc. Private family funeral services will be held Saturday at 
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Arthur Wille will officiate 
with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Sara was born January 15, 1970 at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, daughter of Archie and 
Martha Beers Pech. Sara was a member of First Reformed United Church of Christ.
Survivors include her parents, Archie and Martha Pech of Manitowoc; a sister, 
Stacy Pech of Manitowoc; her paternal grandfather, Quirin Pech of Manitowoc and 
other relatives and friends also survived.
There will be no Friday evening visitation at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Jan. 10, 1986 page 3


STEPHEN PECH

CURTAIN DOWN ON VET THEATRE MAN OF CITY
Stephen Pech, Manager of The Opera House For 20 Years, Passes Away Today
Stephen Pech, 64, for nearly twenty years manager of the North Side 
Opera House, now the Terrace Gardens, in the days before the movies 
and when road show attractions visited Manitowoc, passed away at an 
early hour this morning at the Holy Family hospital. He has been a 
patient there for the past four weeks, suffering from a tumor on the 
brain.
The death of Mr. Pech marks the passing of one of the pioneer Bohemian 
residents of Manitowoc county. Born in the town of Kossuth 64 years ago, 
he spent his early life on a farm there and when a young man located at 
Chicago. A few years later he returned to this city and was married here 
39 years ago to Vlasta Podrabsky of Kossuth; who survives him. The 
deceased was employed for a number of years at the old Hanson Wagon works 
and later at the Rand and Roemer hardware store.
Take Over Management
Thirty years ago Mr. Pech became identified with the Opera House on North 
Eighth street, which he managed for the two Bohemian societies owning the 
property. In the nearly twenty years that he was in charge of the playhouse 
Mr. Pech brought to Manitowoc much of the amusement of those two decades, 
including road show attractions, stock companies, and various concert 
companies. Always obliging and accommodating Mr. Pech made hosts of friends 
among the amusement loving people of Manitowoc.
Some ten years ago Mr. Pech retired from the management of the north side 
house when the property was leased to Peter Thielen and since that time he 
has been employed at the J.J. Stangel Hardware company. He continued there 
until failing health forced him to go to the hospital a month ago. Since 
then he failed rapidly and hope for his recovery was abondoned by his family 
a few days ago.
Burial on Wednesday
Mr. Pech is survived by his widow at 729 No. Seventh street, three daughters, 
Mrs. Walter Plautz, this city, Ruth, a student at Madison, and Miss Elsie, 
a trained nurse at Chicago, and two sons, Edwin of this city and Reuben of 
Green Bay. Two sisters, Mrs. Jos. Stransky of Francis Creek and Mrs. Wenzel 
Strouf of Larrabee and one brother, Joseph Pech, Sr., of Kossuth also survive.
The deceased was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and two Bohemian 
fraternal organizations, the C.S.P.S. and the Z.C.B.J.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock from 
the home on North Seventh street and at 3:30 from the First Lutheran church, 
North Eighth and State streets, with Rev. Ristad officiating. Interment will 
be at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, April 21, 1930 P.2
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[bur. 4-23-1930/age 64 yrs/cause: brain tumor]
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The following obituary is for his daughter, Ruth:
Mrs. Ruth P. Gillespie, 73, formerly of 602 Huron St., Manitowoc, died Friday,
April 1, at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc.
Memorial service will be 7 p.m. Tuesday at Jens Funeral Home and Crematory,
Manitowoc. The Order of Eastern Star No. 196 will conduct the services with
cremation having taken place.
Mrs. Gillespie was born Nov. 16, 1909, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late
Stephen and Vlasta Podrabsky Pech. She attended local schools and was a 
graduate of the University of Wisconsin. Mrs. Gillespie taught Art in Madison
area schools moving to Manitowoc in 1963. She then taught Art in Valders until
retiring. She was married to Jay Parker Gillespie. He preceded her in death.
Mrs. Gillespie was a life member of the Order of Eastern Star No. 196 of 
Manitowoc. Her parents were the owners of the Opera House in Manitowoc for
many years.
Survivors include a sister-in-law, Mrs. Anna Pech of Green Bay; two nieces and
a nephew. She was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister.
There will be no visitation at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Memorials may be
made to the charity of the donors choice.
Herald Times Reporter, April 3, 1983  p.3


THOMAS JOSEPH PECH    (d. 2003)

Thomas J. Pech, age 53, of 1636 S. Ninth Street Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
morning, Jan. 1, 2003 at River's Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc 
after a courageous battle with cancer. 
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3, 2003 at The Pfeffer 
Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service 
will be Deacon Robert Drobka with burial of the cremated remains at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc at a later date. 
Tom was born on Dec. 2, 1949 in Manitowoc, son of Lester and Shirley Jagodinsky 
Pech. He was a graduate of St. Andrew Parochial School and Manitowoc Lincoln 
High School with the class of 1968. Tom was employed at Vinyl Plastic's in 
Manitowoc for 20 years. He was a member of the Viking Bow & Gun Club. 
Survivors include his parents: Lester and Shirley Pech, Manitowoc; two brothers 
and sisters-in-law: Gary and Pam Pech, Eden Prairie, Minn., Jim and Tina Pech, 
Wauwatosa; a step niece: Kristi Wasmer-Blaiser and her husband Mark; a step-
nephew: Noah Wasmer; aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends also 
survive. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation 
Care Center, Manitowoc on Friday Jan. 3, 2003 from 11 a.m. until the time of service 
at 1 p.m. 
The family extends sincere appreciation for the loving care given to Tom at Aurora 
Medical Center and River's Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center. 
He enjoyed woodworking & riding his Harley Davidson. Tom was a loving son and 
brother who will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Thursday, January 2, 2003  pg. A3


TILLIE E. PECH

Mrs. Tillie Pech, 78, formerly of 1215 Cherry Rd., Manitowoc, died 
late Friday morning at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:15 a.m. Monday at Schneider-Mittnacht 
Funeral Home and 9:45 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitwooc. 
The Rev. Richard Verhasselt will officiate with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pech, nee Tillie Petska, was born Oct. 17, 1897, at Rosecrans, 
daughter of the late Alberta and Anna Hamernik Petska. She was 
educated in the Rosecrans area. She was married to William S. Pech 
Oct. 14, 1919. They operated a farm in the Town of Gibson until 1951. 
Mr. Pech preceded her in death in 1954. She was a member of Holy 
Innocents Parish, Christian Mothers Altar Society and Manitowoc Senior 
Citizens.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Harvey (Grace) Krish and a sister, 
Mrs. Lillian Fidler, of Manitowoc, a granddaughter (private), and 
nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. 
Sunday, where a prayer service will be at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Saturday, May 22, 1976 P.3
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[d. 05-21-1976/age 78 yrs. widow of William S. Pech]
(17 Oct. 1897/May 1976/SSDI)
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Melnik-Brockville Notes:
William Pech of this place and Miss Tillie Petska of Rosecrans were married on 
Tuesday of last week at the county judge's office in Manitowoc. The attendants 
were Albert Petzke and Miss Mary Kapitz. After the wedding a reception was given 
in their honor at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Petska 
Sr. The happy couple are both well known young people of this section of the 
county and will make their home on a farm in this vicinity. The correspondent 
joins their many friends in wishing them good luck on their journey through life.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 23, 1919


VERA PECH

Vera Pech, age 88, of 111 Meadow Lane, Francis Creek, died on Sunday morning, 
April 24, 2011, at the Hamilton Care Center in Two Rivers.
The former Vera Jebavy was born on Nov. 1, 1922, in Manitowoc, daughter of the 
late Peter and Frances (Shimek) Jebavy. She grew up in Manitowoc and was a 1940 
graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School. On May 20, 1950, she married Edward 
"Eddie" Pech Jr. in Manitowoc. Eddie preceded her in death on Nov. 9, 1999. The 
couple owned and operated Pech's Auto Sales and Salvage in Francis Creek for 48 
years. She was a member of the Wisconsin Czechs and enjoyed cooking, sewing, 
needlepoint, embroidery and cross-stitch.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law: Vickie (Gary) Pech-Kortbein, rural 
Manitowoc; five grandchildren: Kerry Pech-Kortbein, Conner Pech-Korbein, Theresa 
(Dan) Schwandt, Antie (Tony) Reich; three great-grandchildren: Delainey and Samantha 
Schwandt, Andrew Reich; two brothers and one sister-in-law: Roddy Jebavy, Two Rivers, 
Lumir (Carol) Jebavy, Manitowoc; one sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Charlotte 
(Colvin "Dan") Gatlin, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends survive. 
She was preceded in death by her parents: Peter and Frances Jebavy; her husband: 
Eddie Pech Jr.; one brother: George Jebavy; and one sister-in-law: Marlene Jebavy.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 28, 2011, at 11 a.m. at the 
Reinbold and Pfeffer Family Funeral Home in Kellnersville. The Rev. Dr. James 
Klein will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc. 
Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. 
and on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com.
Herald Times Reporter, April 26, 2011


VICTOR F. PECH    (d. 2002)

Victor F. Pech
Victor F. Pech, age 80, of 1217 North 23rd Street, Manitowoc, died Thursday, 
Feb. 7, 2002 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2002 at the First 
Reformed United Church of Christ, 3613 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc. Rev. Richard 
Runge will officiate. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Relatives and friends may call (TONIGHT) Monday, Feb. 11, 2002 from 4:30 to 
7:30 p.m. at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 3613 Waldo Blvd., 
Manitowoc, and on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
at the church.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements. E-mail letters of condolence may be sent to the Pech 
Family at jrp@lakefield.net.
Herald Times Reproter, Feb. 11, 2002


VIOLET I. PECH

Violet I. Pech, 79, of 1806 Michigan Ave., Manitowoc, died Saturday, July 28, 1990 
at her residence. Funeral services will be 2 pm Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church, 
Manitowoc. Rev. William Plank will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born January 4, 1911 in the Town of Kossuth, daughter of the late Edward and 
Blanche Tesark Hamernik. She attended schools in Manitowoc. She married Richard J. 
Pech on September 6, 1932 at Manitowoc. The couple resided in Manitowoc after their 
marriage. She was employed at Mirro Aluminum company office for many years and was a 
very active church worker and past deacon of the church. Mrs. Pech was a past member 
of the Order of Eastern Star of Manitowoc.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and James Marsh of Glen Ellen, 
California; a brother, Frank Hamernik of Manitowoc; a sister and brother-in-law, 
Marian and Orville Matte of Manitowoc; nieces and nephews, Jim Matte, Judy Simmer, 
Jean Duzeski, Debbie Thompson, Charles Rohrer and Jim Rohrer and two godchildren. 
She was preceded in death by her husband in 1971, a son, Ross C., in 1970 and a 
sister, Anita Luebke.
Friends may call at First Presbyterian Church from 12 noon on Tuesday until the time 
of service. There will be no Monday evening visitation at Jens Funeral Home. In lieu 
of flowers, memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., July 30, 1990
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Hamernik-Pech Vows Given
…Fall modes were worn at the wedding solemnized aT the First Presbyterian church 
this morning at 10 o‘clock. The wedding was that of Miss Violet Hamernik (sic), 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Hamernik, 1806 Michigan avenue, to Richard Pech, 
2828 North 19th street. The service was read by the Rev. C. H. Phipps.
A fall suit, antique green in color and brown accessories were worn by the bride, 
who carried a shower bouquet of Johanna Hill roses. Miss Anita Hamernik, sister 
of the bride, was bridesmaid, wearing an eel gray suit and accessories to match. 
She had a corsge of Johanna Hill roses and mixed flowers. 
Edward Rozum attended the groom as best man.
There was a reception for close friends of the couple at the Hamernik home after 
the ceremony, and the wedding dinner was served there at noon. Mr. and Mrs. Pech 
have left on a southern trip for their honeymoon. They will make their home in 
this city.
The bride was graduated from Lincoln high school in 1929, and the groom is a 
graduate of the Milwaukee Motor school.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 6, 1933 P. 20 
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[widow of Richard Pech]


VLASTA PECH

Mrs. Stephen Pech, 75, widow of a former theater manager here, died 
this noon at the home, 729 North Seventh street, following a heart 
attack.
Mrs. Pech, nee Vlasta Podrabsky, was born in Kossuth in 1870 and 
following her marriage to Mr. Pech in 1891 moved to this city. For 
many years Mr. Pech was manager of the New Opera House on North Eighth 
street, He died in 1930.
Survivors are two sons, Edwin, of this city and Reuben of Green Bay; 
three daughters, Mrs. Walter Plautz and Elsie of this city, Ruth, of 
Madison; sister, Mrs. Anton Dvorney, and two brothers, Emil and Adolph, 
all of this county.
Funeral Plans will be announced Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, January 31, 1945 P.2
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[d. 01-31-1945/age 74 yrs./cause: apoplexy/widow of Stephen Pech]


WILLIAM S. PECH    (d. 1954)

William S. Pech, 60, of 861 N. 14th st., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly of a 
heart attack early Monday evening.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Mittnacht funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase J. Zanotti of the First Presbyterian Church 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Pech was born Dec. 15, 1893, in the Town of Gibson and worked on the 
homestead farm until he married Tillie Petska in 1919. After the death of his 
father he continued to operate the farm until he and his wife came to Manitowoc 
in 1951. He had been employed as a caretaker at the A.J. Vits residence.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Grace at home and his mother, Mrs. 
Anton Pech of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 14, 1954   P. 17 
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[d. 12-13-1954/age 60 yrs.]
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Melnik-Brockville Notes:
William Pech of this place and Miss Tillie Petska of Rosecrans were married on 
Tuesday of last week at the county judge's office in Manitowoc. The attendants 
were Albert Petzke and Miss Mary Kapitz. After the wedding a reception was given 
in their honor at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Petska 
Sr. The happy couple are both well known young people of this section of the 
county and will make their home on a farm in this vicinity. The correspondent 
joins their many friends in wishing them good luck on their journey through life.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 23, 1919


GENE PECK

Gene Carroll, five-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Leon Peck of 521 South 
30th street, died Saturday night at the Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran church. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Survivors are the parents; brother and three sisters (Survivors omitted 
for privacy.) all of this city.
The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and will 
be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 24, 1947 P.4
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[Gene Carroll Peck/d. 03-22-1947/age 5 yrs/bur on Leon Peck lot]


HANNAH C. PECK

Mrs. Leon O. Peck, 63, of 521 S. 30th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Bethany Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Armin Roekle officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Peck, the former Hannah C. Mielke, was born Dec. 27, 1901, in Outagamie 
County, daughter of the late Henry and Eleanor Elsner Mielke. She was married 
to Leon Pech Feb. 18, 1925, and the couple located at Manitowoc. He died in 
1962.
Survivors are a son, Erling, of Green Bay; three daughters, Mrs. Gilbert 
(Carol) Krcma and Mrs. Robert (Germaine) Farrell, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Eugene 
(Ludene) Decker of Two Rivers; two brothers, Robert of Black Creek and Louis 
of Rt. 1, Seymour; three sisters, Mrs. Emil Brandenburg of Rt. 1, Seymour, Mrs. 
Ewald Stuewer of Appleton and Mrs. Otto Rusch of Manitowoc, and 13 grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Wednesday until 10:30 a.m. Thursday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 12, 1965  P. 3


LEON O. PECK

Leon Peck, 62, of 521 S. 30th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Saturday night 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, where he had been removed Tuesday after a 
heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Bethany Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Armin Roekle will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Peck was born at Manistee, Mich., Oct. 13, 1899, son of the late Orson and 
Stella Darby Peck. He married Hannah C. Mielke Feb. 18, 1925, at Manitowoc and 
the couple established residence at the city. He had been employed 33 years at 
Rahr Malting Co. and Anhesuer Busch Inc.
Surviving are his wife, a son, Erling of Manitowoc; three daughters, Mrs. Gilbert 
Krcma and Mrs. Robert Farrell of Manitowoc and Mrs. Eugene Decker of Two Rivers; 
three sisters, Mrs. Frank Holly and Mrs. Mildred Silvas of Muskegon, Mich., and 
Mrs. Beatrice Cartwright of Charlotte, Mich.; and 10 grandchildren.
A brother, Vernon, who had been residing at a rest home at Plainwell, Mich., died 
Sunday. Preceding him in death were a son, Gene, who died in 1947, and six sisters. 
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 10:30 a.m. 
Tuesday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in 
state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 6, 1962  P. 11
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[d. 08-04-1962/age 62 yrs.]


MILDRED A. PECK

Mildred A. (Mickey) Peck, 71, of 1129 N. 23rd St., Manitowoc, died Friday 
evening, Oct. 16, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Parkside Funeral Home and 10 a.m. 
at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will 
be celebrated by Rev. Leo J. Schmitt and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Peck was born March 29, 1910, at Milwaukee, daughter of the late Frank and 
Angeline Bender Schaefer. She was married to Robert A. Peck, in 1934, at 
Milwaukee. He preceded her in death Jan. 5, 1981. She was a member of Holy 
Innocents Catholic Chruch.
Survivors include two sons, Gerald Peck of Manitowoc and Robert S. Peck of Cedar 
Rapids, Iowa; three daughters and sons-in-law, Joan and Ronald Siedl of Fond du 
Lac, Georgia and Ed Irvin of Chicago, Ill. and Rosemary and David Neuser of 
Anchorage, Alaska; a brother and sister-in-law, Everette and Betty Schaefer of 
Milwaukee; six grandchildren and other relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, 
where a prayer service will be held at 8 p.m. by Deacon Donald Schneider.
Herald Times Reporter, October 18, 1981 P. 3
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[widow of Robert A. Peck]


ROBERT A. PECK

Robert A. Peck,70, of 1129 N. 23rd St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning, 
January 5, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday 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 Schmitt and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Peck was born May 2, 1910, at Milwaukee, son of the late George and Rose 
Mitten Peck. He came to Manitowoc in 1958 and was employed as manager of 
Wisconsin Telephone Company in Manitowoc, retiring in 1968. He married Mildred 
Schaefer in 1934 at Milwaukee. Mr. Peck was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic 
Church, Manitowoc Elks Lodge No. 687 and a life member of Knights of Columbus 
Council No. 710 and Wisconsin Telephone Pioneers Club. He was past president 
of Manitowoc Chamber of Commerce, Manitowoc Rotary Club and Manitowoc Safety 
Council. 
Survivors include his wife, Mildred, two sons, Gerald Peck of Manitowoc and 
Robert S. Peck of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; three daughters and sons-in-law, Joan and 
Ronald Seidl of Fond du Lac, Georgia and Ed Irvin of Chicago, Ill., and Rosemary 
and David Neuser of Anchorage, Alaska, six grandchildren and other relatives and 
friends. He was preceded in death by a brother.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 o’clock to 9 o’clock this 
Tuesday afternoon. A prayer service will be conducted at 8 o’clock by the Rev. 
Donald Schneider. Memorials would be appreciated to the charity of the donor’s 
choice. 
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, January 6, 1981  p.3
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[husband of Mildred A. Peck]


DELMAR PECKHAM

Delmar C. Peckman(sic), 23, of 1220 Division street, Manitowoc, died Sunday
morning at Holy Family hospital following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Pfeffer funeral home,
Manitowoc, the Rev. Valentine Mack officiating. burial will be in Evergreen
cemetery.
Mr. Peckman was born in Manitowoc in 1926, and until the time of his illness,
was employed in Milwaukee. Survivors are his son, Allen Lee Peckman of Green
Bay, mother Mrs. Walter Groelle of Manitowoc; sister, Miss Violet Groelle of
Manitowoc; grandfather, Carl Jackob of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home intil the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 23, 1950  p.12
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[Delmer Carl Peckham/d. 10-22-1950/age 23 yrs./bur. on Walter Groelle lot]


ALMA N. PEDERSON

Miss Alma N. Pederson, age 95, formerly of 853 N. 15th St. Manitowoc, died Sunday 
morning, February 27, 1994, at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, March 4, 1994, at Reinbold 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Robert Simensen will officiate with burial 
to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born September 4, 1898, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Nels and Anne 
Jenson Pederson. She grew up in Manitowoc attending Manitowoc County Normal School 
and later attended Milwaukee State Teachers College. She was a teacher in the 
Manitowoc School system for 43 years, retiring in 1963. She was a math teacher at 
Woodrow Wilson Jur. High for most of her career. She was an educator and loved 
children and teaching. She enjoyed traveling, especially in the countries of Norway 
and Sweden. She was a member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include two sisters, Henrietta Wentker, Oakland, Calif., Agnes Steele, Lodi, 
Wis.; one nephew, two nieces, special friends, Harris and Pauline Schlies, Manitowoc. 
She was preceded in death by two brothers, George and Palmer, one sister, Selmar Sears 
and three brothers-in-law, King Sears, Edward Steele and Frederick Wentker, Sr.
Friends may call on Friday at Reinbold Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 12 noon 
until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, March 1, 1994 P. A2
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[dau. of Nels and Alma Pederson/bur. on Nels and Alma Pederson lot/single]


ANNE PEDERSON

Mrs. N. A. Pederson, 83, of 853 N. 15th St. Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon 
at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the St. Paul Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. A. M. Stene will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Anne Oline Tostenson in Norway in 1871 and later came to this 
country. She located in Manitowoc and in 1892 was married to N.A. Pederson. 
She was a member of the Ladies Aid Society of the St. Paul congregation and 
a lifelong member of the Missionary Federation of the church. The couple 
observed its 60th wedding anniversary in 1952. 
Surviving are the husband; four daughters, Mrs. S.W. Wentker of Haddonfield, 
N.J., Mrs. W. E. Steele of Lodi, Wis., and Mrs. K. D. Sears and Miss Alma 
Pederson of Manitowoc; a son, George C. of Dallas, Tex.; three sisters, Mrs. 
Inga Smith of Appleton, Minn., Mrs. Franz Okre of Alberta, Minn.; and Mrs. 
Jesenin Jenson of Norway; five grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A 
son, Palmer, died in 1940.
Friends may call at the Frazier mortuary. The casket will be moved to the 
church at 10 a.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 14, 1954   P. 17 
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[d. 09-13-1954/age 83 yrs./bur. on Nels A. Pederson lot]


ARNDT A. PEDERSON

Arndt A. Pederson, 70, of rural Cato, died peacefully Tuesday afternoon, April 19, 
1988 at home in the loving arms of his wife, Julia, son, Richard and his daughters, 
Judy, Jeannine and Joan. Funeral services will be 11 am Friday at Faith Lutheran 
Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters, Rev. John Conrad and Deacon Bill Klein will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pederson was born August 20, 1917 in the Town of Cato, son of the late A. 
Cornelius and pearl Fehring Pederson. He attended Valders School graduating with 
the Class of 1935. Mr. Pederson was the owner and operator of a repair shop in 
Clarks Mills since 1953. He married Julia Mary Welch April 28, 1945 at St. Patrick 
Church, Maple Grove. Mr. Pederson was the former Town Treasurer of the Town of Cato 
serving for 20 years and was a substitute mail carrier for 17 years. He was a member 
of Valders American Legion Post since 1945, serving as Commander in 1946 and a 
member of Faith Lutheran Church Cemetery and Grounds Committee-Maintenance. Mr. 
Pederson was a Veteran of the United States Air Force serving from July 8, 1941 
until September 5, 1945 serving with the 12th Bomb Group holding the rank of Staff 
Sergeant.
Survivors include his wife, a son and daughter-in-law, Richard Allen (Terry) Pederson 
of rural Valders; three daughters and sons-in-law, Judith Pederson and her husband, 
John Schmidt of Madison, Jeannine and Tim Vetting of Rockford, Illinois; Joan and 
Randy Schiden of Manitowoc; a brother, ? Pederson of rural Manitowoc; a sister, 
Mrs. Norbert (Violet) Kustka of rural Cato; nine grandchildren; other relatives 
and friends. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Sheila Marie in 1950.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 6 pm to 9 pm Thursday 
and Friday from 10 am until the time of services at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Apr. 20, 1988 page 18


GEORGE C. PEDERSON

George C. (Barney) Pederson, 65, of 510 Reed Ave., Manitowoc, died Friday 
evening at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, the Rev. E.E. Olson officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Pederson was born Sept. 4, 1900, at Manitowoc, son of the late Nels and 
Ann Olene Jensen Pederson. In 1942, he married Beulah Ludwig at Waukegan, 
Ill. The couple located at Manitowoc where he was sales supervisor for Mirro 
Aluminum Co. 10 years and filled similar posts for the firm at Charleston, 
W. Va., and Dallas, Texas, being in the latter city 23 years. He retired a 
year ago. He took officers’ training at Lawrence College, Appleton, in World 
War I. He was a member of the AGM baseball team and played football for the 
city team in his youth. 
He is survived by his wife, four sisters, Mrs. K. D. Sears and Miss Alma 
Pederson, of Manitowoc, Mrs. F. W. Wentker of Haddonfield, N.J. and Mrs. W.E. 
Steele, of Lodi, Wis. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 27, 1965  P. 14
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[d. 11-26-1965/age 65 yrs./bur. on Beulah Pederson lot]


HIRAM D. PEDERSON

Hiram D. Pederson, 70, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, died Sunday night at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc, where he had been a patient since Thursday.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Gjerpen Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, the Rev. Jerry Moe officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Pederson was born Sept. 13, 1888, in the Town of Cato, son of the late 
Halvor (Holm) and Karen Madson Pederson. He married Olga N. Hanson Aug. 1, 
1914, and the couple settled on a farm in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids. Mrs. 
Pederson died 16 years ago.
For many years, Mr. Pederson was a director of Hillside School, Rt. 4, Manitowoc. 
He was a member of the Brotherhood of the church.
Surviving him are three daughters, Mrs. Martin Geimer of Kenmore, N.Y., Mrs. 
Orrin Wigen of Rt. 2, Reedsville, and Mrs. Reinhardt Reindl of Rt. 4, Manitowoc; 
three sisters, Mrs. Anna Griffin of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Oscar Halverson 
and Mrs. Albert Tostenson of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, and nine grandchildren. Three 
brothers, Oscar, Cornelius and a twin brother, Clarence, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Wednesday until 11 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 15, 1958  P. 13
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[d. 09-14-1958/age 70 yrs.]


INGER PEDERSON

Mrs. Inger Pederson, widow of Lars Pederson, died at the home of her daughter, 
Mrs. Chris Rosland, 507 Buffalo Street, Sunday afternoon after a protracted 
illness. The deceased was born in Norway and was 79 years of age and had spent 
the greater part of her life in Manitowoc; she was married in 1876. Her husband 
died fifteen years ago.
She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Chris Rosland, a brother, Theodore 
Ingebretson of Jerpen. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from St. Paul's 
Norwegian Lutheran Church, Rev. K. O. Espeseth officiating. Interment was in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Aug. 23, 1928
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[bur. 8-22-1928/cause: heart disease/bur. on Mrs. Lars Pederson lot]


JULIA M. PEDERSON

Julia M. Pederson, age 79, of Valders, died Sunday evening, November 17, 1996, 
at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, November 21, 1996, at St. Mary's 
Catholic Church, Clarks Mills. Rev. John Conrad will officiate with burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born January 2, 1917, at Grimms, Wis., daughter of the late Thomas S. 
and Nora Buckley Welch. She atteneded (sic) St. Patrick's School, Maple Grove, 
graduating from Reedsville High School in 1934. She was also a 1936 graduate of 
Manitowoc County Normal and received her BA Degree from Silver Lake College in 
1969. She was a teacher for 26 years, the last 17 years at St. Mary's School, 
Clarks Mills. She married Arndt Pederson, April 28, 1945, at Maple Grove. She 
was a member of St. Mary's Christian Mothers, the American Legion Auxillary 
since 1945, and was active in Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, Silver Lake College 
Alumni Association.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Terry Pederson, rural 
Valders; three daughters and sons-in-law, Judith Pederson and John Schmidt, 
Madison, Jeannine and Tim Vetting, Howard, Ohio, Joan and Randy Sohlden, Manitowoc; 
one sister, Helen (Wally) Freis, Manitowoc; ten grandchildren, Bradley, Angela, 
Melissa, Vincent Pederson, Nathaniel, Nicholas, Alexis, Anna Schmidt-Pederson, 
Adam, Alexis Sohlden; one brother-in-law and five sisters-in-law, Marie Welch, 
Manitowoc, Ruth Fitzmaurice, Mount Dora, Fla., Mary Fitzmaurice, Greenbeldt, Md., 
Violet and Norbert Kustka, Florida and Manitowoc, Junette Pederson, rural Manitowoc. 
She is further survived by many loved nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. 
She was preceded in death by her husband on April 19, 1988, an infant daughter, 
Shelia, five brothers, Walter, Gene, Larry and Joseph Fitzmaurice, Edmund Welch.
Friends may call at St. Mary's Church on Thursday from 4 p.m. until the time of 
service.
The Chrisianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, November 19, 1996 P. A2
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[widow of Arndt Pederson]


LARS PEDERSON

DEATH TAKES L. PETERSON(sic), HERE SINCE 71
Well Known Residence(sic) Succumbs to Long Illness
Lars Peterson, a resident of the city since 1871, and well known, passed away
at his home at 507 Buffalo street last night, death being due to a complication
of diseases from which he had suffered for a long time. Mr. Peterson was one
of the pioneer ship carpenters of the city.
Born in Norway in 1850 he came here at the age of 20 and for forty years he
had been employed as a ship carpenter in the city.
Mr. Peterson is survived by a widow, one daughter, Mrs. C. Rosland, this city,
and two brothers and two sisters residing in Norway.
the funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the First Norwegian
church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, August 27, 1913 p.4
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[bur. 08-29-1913/cause: apoplexy/bur. on Mrs. Lars Pederson lot]


NELS A. PEDERSON    (d. 1956)

Nels A. Pederson, 90, of 853 N. 15th St., Manitowoc, died Monday evening at
Memorial Hospital Manitowoc, after a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Walter A. Halleran(?) officiating with burial in
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Pederson was born July 26, 1865, in Norway and came to the United States
as a young man. He married the former Ann Orlen??ensen in 1892. The couple
observed the 50th anniversary of its wedding in 1952. Mrs. Pederson died in
September of 19?4. He was employed by the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., until
his retirement ?0 years ago.
He is survived by four daughters, Mrs. F.W. Wentker of Haddonfield, N.J.,
Mrs. W.F. Steele of Lodi, Wis., and Mrs. K. ? Sears and Miss Alma Pederson
of Manitowoc, a son, George of Dallas, Tex., five grandchildren and six great
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Ninth Street Parlor of the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral
Home, Manitowoc after 4 p.m. Wednesday until 10 a.m. Thursday when the casket
will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state until the hour
of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 8, 1956  p. 17
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[d. 05-07-1956/age 90 yrs.]


NELS N. PEDERSON  (d. 1920)

The body of Niels N. Peterson, a former resident of this city, was 
brought from Billings, Mont., today for burial. Mr. Peterson was 65 
years of age. He was formerly a steward in the employ of the Goodrich 
Co. Mr. Peterson is survived by two daughters, Mrs. E.G. Kehr and Mrs. 
Charles Reddin, both of Milwaukee, who accompanied the remains here.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, March 01, 1920, Page 1
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[cause: suicide-gunshot]


OLGA N. PEDERSON

Mrs. Hiram Pederson, 57, of Manitowoc route 4, died Wednesday evening at the 
home of her daughter, Mrs. Martin Geimer, Buffalo, New York, where she had 
been visiting the past two months. She had been in poor health for the past 
few months. 
The body was brought here from New York late this afternoon but arrangements 
for the funeral had not been completed at press time.
Mrs. Pederson, nee Olga Hansen, was a lifelong resident of the county and 
spent all her life at various locations on Manitowoc route 4. She was born 
Feb. 3, 1885 the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Ole Hansen. She was married 
Aug. 1914.
Survivors are the widower; three daughters, Mrs. Geimer of Buffalo, N.Y., Mrs. 
Reinhardt Reindl, route 4, and Miss Lucille at home; five sisters, Mrs. Albert 
Hanson, Mrs. Peter Mason, Mrs. Monroe Halverson of route 4, Mrs. Albert Larson, 
route 1, and Mrs. Oscar Larson, city; three brothers, Gerhardt and Isaac Hansen, 
route 4, and Valdemar of Washburn, Wis.; and two grandchildren.
Mrs. Pederson was a member of the Ladies Aid society of St. Paul’s Lutheran 
church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 9, 1942  P. 2
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[Olga Hanson Pederson/d. 10-08-1942 at Kenmore, Erie Co., NY/age 57 yrs./
cause: generalized peritonitis/wife of Herman Pederson]


PALMER A. PEDERSON

Palmer A. Pederson, 47, former Manitowoc resident, died suddenly of a heart
attack at his home in Downington, Pa., Sunday. He had been in apparent good
health and his demise was a shock to relatives and friends here and in the
east.
Mr. Pederson was born in this city in 1893, son of Mr. and Mrs. N.A. Pederson
of 853 North 15th street. He attended school here and left the city 25 years
ago. He worked for a short time in Chicago before going east. At the time of
his death he was power engineer for the Ha?tett company, with head quarters 
in New York city, and operating plants in the east and Montreal, Canada.
Survivors are the widow and a son, Robert, of Downington; daughter Dorothy,
student at Maple Crest college at Allentown, Pa., parents, Mr. and Mrs. N.A.
Pederson of this city; brother, George C., of Charleston, W. Va.; four
sisters, Mrs. K.D. Sears and Miss Alma Pederson, both of this city, Mrs. W.E.
Steele of Lodi, Wis., Mrs. F.W. Wentker of Haddonfield, N.J.
Funeral services will be held in Downington Wednesday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 10, 1940  p.2
********
[d. 09-08-1940 at Downingtown PA/age 46 yrs./cause: acute cardiovascular attack/
cremains/bur. on Nels A. Pederson lot]


SHEILA MARIE PEDERSON

Private funeral services for Shiela (sic) Pederson, five months old daughter 
of Mr. and Mrs. Arndt A. Pederson of Valders who died Friday morning, will be 
held Saturday afternoon at the Berge funeral home in Valders.
Survivors are the parents; a sister, Judith Ann; a brother, Richard; maternal 
grandmother, Mrs. Nora Welch; and paternal grandmother, Mrs. Pearl Pederson.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 6, 1950  P. 12
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[bur. on Arndt A. Pederson lot]


CAROLYN NEUSER PEDRO

Funeral services for Mrs. Ronald Pedro, 26, of 3600 Houma Blvd., Metairie, La., 
who died unexpectedly in Baton Rouge, La., will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at 
Mittnacht Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pedro, nee Carolyn Neuser, was born Jan. 17, 1944, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of Mr. and Mrs. Edmund Neuser. She attended Holy Innocents Catholic School, 
Lincoln High School, and graduated from Holy Family School of Nursing in 1965. 
She worked for Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc and Mount Sinai Hospital, 
Milwaukee prior to enlisting in the United States Air Force. Upon completion 
of her basic training, she was commissioned as a second Lieutenant stationed 
at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., and was promoted to first lieutenant two years 
later. She was employed by the Laredo Hospital in Laredo, Texas, for some time 
prior to moving to Metairie in 1969 where she had been employed by the Ochsner 
Foundation Hospital, New Orleans. She was married to Ronald E. Pedro Nov. 18, 
1967, at Cannon Air Force Base.
Survivors include her husband; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edmund Neuser; five brothers, 
Daniel, John R. and Joseph of Manitowoc, Tom of West Covina, Calif., and Robert V. 
at home; four sisters, Mrs. Harold (Mary Ann) Bendt of Woodstock, Ill., Mrs. 
Clifford (Elaine) Handl of Manitowoc, Mrs. Bernard (Lois) Wallander of Whitelaw 
and Mrs. Gary (Patricia) Kaminski of Sheboygan; and nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 o'clock this Wednesday afternoon 
until the time of service. A wake service will be held at 8:30 o'clock by the 
Rev. Leo J. Schmitt.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 8, 1970 P. 8T
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[d. 07-06-1970 at Baton Rouge LA/age 26 yrs./wife of Ronald Pedro]


ALMA HILDA BECK PEEBLES

Mrs. Hilda Peebles(sic), 91, of 1522A South 9th Street, Manitowoc, died Thursday, 
November 28 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Memorial services will be 1 pm 
Saturday at Jens Funeral Home and Crematory, Manitowoc. Rev. Robert Hays will 
officiate. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, with cremation to be taking 
place.
Mrs. Peebles was born December 25, 1893 in Manitowoc County, daughter of the 
late Frederick and Anna Koehler Beck. She attended schools in the Manitowoc 
area. Mrs. Peebles was employed in the Accounting Department of Paul Cheese 
Company for 40 years, retiring in 1957. She married E.J. Peebles on June 22, 
1957 at Chicago. The couple returned here to reside in Manitowoc. He preceded 
her in death in 1975. Mrs. Peebles was a member of Wesley United Methodist 
Church, Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, Family Service, Order of the Eastern Star 
and R.S.V.P.
Survivors include a step-daughter, Florinel Metcalf of Sacramento, California; 
cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, six 
brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 11 am Saturday to the time 
of services. There will be no Friday evening visitation.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Nov. 29, 1985 page 3
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[Alma Hilda Peebles/d. 28 Nov. 1985/age 91 yrs/cremains/widow of E.J. Peebles]


HELEN PEEGE

East Troy - Mrs. Herbert Peege, 81, of 320 N. Division St., was found dead at 
her home Tuesday evening. Walworth County Deputy Coroner Howard Sutton said she 
probably died last Thursday of natural causes. 
Funeral services will be at 7:30 pm Thursday at the Anderson Memorial Home at 
East Troy, with the Rev. Samuel Godfrey officiating. That will be followed by 
Eastern Star services at 8 pm. Private interment will be Friday. Friends may 
call at the funeral home Thursday before time of services.
The former Helen Kress was born in Spokane, Wash., July 6, 1891. The family moved 
to Chicago when she was young and she was reared there. The family later moved to 
Manitowoc. In June, 1911 she was married to Herbert Peege. They settled in 
Whitefish Bay, then moved to Eagle. Peege died in 1947 and Mrs. Peege moved to 
East Troy. She was a member of Vesper Chapter 12 Order of the Eastern Star of East 
Troy. Her only immediate survivor is daughter, Mrs. Janet Jensen, Eagle.
Waukesha Daily Freeman, Wed., Jan. 3, 1973 page 15
********
[d. at East Troy WI/cremains/bur. on Mrs. Harriet Reed Owsley lot]


CHARLES EMERSON PEET

Chas Emerson Peet
Marriage • Wisconsin, U.S., Marriage Index, 1808-1907
Name:	Chas Emerson Peet
Marriage Date:	21 Jun 1902
Marriage Place:	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume:	05
Page:	0248
Records on Page:	
Name
Chas Emerson Peet
Julia F Dumkee
"Wisconsin, U.S., Marriage Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Charles E Peet
Death • California, U.S., Death Index, 1940-1997
Name	Charles E Peet
Gender	Male
Birth Date	9 Apr 1869
Birth Place	Ohio
Death Date	2 Sep 1955
Death Place	Los Angeles
Mother's Maiden Name	Walworth
Father's Surname	Peet
"California, U.S., Death Index, 1940-1997"
*****
[Charles E. Peet/d. 09-02-1955 at Pasadena/age 86 yrs./
cremains/bur. 11-22-1955/bur. on John F. Dumbke lot]


JULIA DUMKE PEET

Word has been received of the death in California of Mrs. Julia Dumke Peet, 
a former Manitowoc resident, who taught school in Chicago for many years before 
her retirement. Burial took place in California.
She was born in Manitowoc, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Dumke. 
Her father, a former alderman, was a pioneer shoe merchant in Manitowoc in the 
early days. She was graduated from the North Side High School in 1899. She was 
graduated from Chicago University and was married to Charles Peet, also an 
educator. She was a member of the faculty of Lewis Institute, Chicago for 40 
years. Her husband, also deceased, taught in Chicago during the same period.
A sister Carrie, and several brothers survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, December 2, 1953 P. 21
********
[d. 11-13-1953 at Los Angeles, CA/age 82 yrs/cremains/bur. on John F. Dumbke lot]
********
Came Home to Wed
Miss Julia Dumke, the Bride of Professor Charles Emerson Peet Today
Marriage service today united Miss Julia Dumke of this city and Prof. Charles 
Emerson Peet of Chicago, the ceremony taking place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. 
John Dumke, parents of the bride at noon. Rev. S.D. Peet of Chicago officiated.
The announcement of the marriage will occasion surprise to friends of the bride, 
no intimation of the approaching event having been given. Miss Dumke has been 
engaged as a teacher at the Lewes Institute in Chicago, of which Prof. Peet is 
principal. She is a lady held in high regard by many friends who will wish her 
happiness in her new relation. Professor Peet and his bridge leave this afternoon 
for an extended western trip ad will then take up their home in Chicago.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, June 21, 1902 page 1


HARRY PEHRSON

Illness Fatal to Harry Pehrson 
Harry Pehrson, 58, of 716 North Tenth St., contractor and builder, died Tuesday 
night at the Holy Family Hospital, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Frazier Mortuary Chapel. 
Dr. C.H. Phipps of the First Presbyterian Church will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Pehrson was born in Avoca, Minn., in 1893 and came to this city in 1920. He 
was associated with the W.W. Oeflein Company of Milwaukee, builders, for many 
years. During that period he supervised construction work for the Hotel Manitowoc, 
Aluminum Goods Company, Manitowoc Savings Bank and other buildings.
For the past two years Mr. Pehrson was the manufacturer’s agent in this area for 
the John M. Simmons-Clamp Manufacturing Company of Chicago. He was a member of 
the Manitowoc lodge of Elks, First Presbyterian Church, Drews-Bleser post of the 
American Legion and a past member of Tripole Shrine of Milwaukee. 
Survivors are his wife; daughter, Mrs. Robert W. Parker of Park Ridge, Ill.; son, 
Robert, now doing research work for the University of Chicago in Sweden; two 
brothers, Alvin of Indianapolis and Otto of Chicago; two sisters, Mrs. Otmar 
Thurlimann of Boise, Idaho, and Mrs. James Berry of Milwaukee; and a grandchild, 
Catherine Parker of Park Ridge. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 25, 1952  P. 2
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[bur. on Mrs. Henery(sic) Pehrson lot]
(Note: His wife remarried to L.S. Foote and is buried in Evergreen-Mary Foote)
********
(The following obituary is for his son, Robert):
Robert N. Pehrson Victim of Malaria in Pakistan City
Manitowoc Native Was Anthropologist
MANITOWOC-
Robert N. Pehrson, anthropologist working under a grant from the Ford Foundation, 
died Friday of Malaria at Quetta, Pakistan.
Information of his death came from his wife, Jean, who was with him while he was 
studying the pastoral nomads in that Asian country northwest of India. The Pehrsons 
had been in Pakistan since early November of last year.
Mrs. Pehrson had cabled her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Keith Sutton, at Huntsville, Ark., 
who in turn wired Robert's sister, Mrs. Robert Parker, at Park Ridge, Ill. Mrs. 
Parker personally advised her mother here, but circumstances regarding his death 
were meager.
The Associated press was requested, through its Milwaukee and New York offices, for 
details on the death. Late Friday night the AP World, the international news gathering 
arm of the Associated Press, dispatched a cable in Karachi, Pakistan. Just before 
press time this Saturday afternoon no word was available. AP World reporting that it 
had not been able to reach anyone at Quetta.
Working Under Fellowship
The State Department at Washington, pressed by the AP for information, also announced 
at a late hour Saturday that it had "no word on Robert Pehrson."
The 28-year old native of this city left New York Oct. 15 and after a brief stay in 
Italy reached Pakistan, expecting to remain in that county until March of 1956. As 
a recipient of a Ford Foundation Overseas Fellowship, he was doing anthropological 
field research among the desert camel nomads.
Robert Neil Pehrson earlier had performed research work among the people of Lapland 
under a grant from the Swedish government. His project was directed at discovering 
the social structures of the Scandinavian reindeer nomads.
Quetta, the city where Mr. Pehrson died, is the capital of Baulchistan, a province 
within Pakistan. It has a population of 1,174,000.
Married Last Year
Mr. and Mrs. Pehrson were married June 14, 1954, at Fayetteville, Ark. Robert was born 
April 23, 1926, in this city. He received his master of arts degree in anthropology 
from the University of Chicago in 1953 where he had been an instructor in social 
sciences.
During World War II he was a pharmacist in the United States Navy, serving in the 
Pacific theater. While a student at Lincoln High School here he assisted Sports Editor 
Harry Chandler now with the Associated Press of Milwaukee, with gathering sports items 
for the Herald Times.
There are no immediate survivors other than his wife, mother and sister.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 10, 1955 P. 1


ADELINE A. PEITERSEN

Adeline A. Peitersen, age 72, of 1510 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died Monday, 
December 28, 1992, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. on Thursday, December 31, 1992, from the Immanuel 
Lutheran Church. The Rev. Glenn Unke will officiate, with burial at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born November 2, 1920, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Robert and Emma 
Schultz Dickert. She attended schools in Manitowoc. She married Christian Peitersen 
on March 20, 1939, in Manitowoc. The couple resided here since. She was employed 
at Dunnings Grocery Store for 24 years, from 1947-1971. In 1971 she was then 
employed at Brey's Supermarket as a cashier, until her retirement in 1991. She was 
a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church.
She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Kent and Mary Ann Peitersen, Manitowoc; 
two special grandson, Wade and Brette Peitersen, Manitowoc; four sisters and two 
brothers-in-law, Violette and Paul Behnke, Brillion, Hilda Wuellner, Manitowoc, 
Elsie and Arthur Naidl, Manitowoc, Clara Swetlik, Francis Creek; a sister-in-law, 
Edith Dieckert, Green Bay; nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her 
husband, Christian in 1991, four brothers and one sister.
Friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday and on Thursday 
from 10 a.m. until the time of services at the church.
Herald Times Reporter, December 29, 1992 P. A2


CHRISTIAN E. PEITERSEN

Mr. Christian E. (Ket) Peitersen, 77, of 1510 New York Avenue, Manitowoc, beloved 
husband, father, and grandpa, died Tuesday evening, July 16, 1991, at Holy Family 
Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church. 
Rev. Glenn Unke will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born September 24, 1913, in Oconto, Wis., son of the late Christian and 
Marie Nelson Peitersen. He attended schools in Oconto and graduated from the high 
school in 1931. He came to Manitowoc and was employed at Dunnings Grocery Store 
as Store Manager, retiring in 1971. He later was employed at Imperial Clevite, 
retiring in 1978. For 20 years he was also a Fuller Brush person. He was an avid 
golfer and a member of Meadow Links Golf Association. He married the former Adeline 
Dickert on March 20, 1939, in Manitowoc. The couple celebrated their 50th Wedding 
Anniversary in 1989. He was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, Adeline; a son and daughter-in-law, Kent and Mary Ann 
Peitersen of Manitowoc; two special grandsons, Wade and Brett of Manitowoc; a 
brother and three sisters-in-law, Ervin and Eleanore Peitersen of Oconto Falls, Wis., 
Mrs. Louise Peitersen of Waukesha, Mrs. Lou-Orr Peitersen of Capetown South Africa; 
a sister, Esther Olson of San Jose, Calif.; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in 
death by three brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday from 
10 a.m. until the time of services at the church.
Herald Times Reporter, July 18, 1991 P. B7
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[husband of Adeline Peitersen]


CHARLES PEITHER

CHAS. PIETHERS(sic) STRICKEN AS HE RESTS TODAY
Retired Workman was Employed By Goods Co. For 20 Years; No Known Relatives
Stricken by an attack of heart failure as he was seated in a chair 
perusing a newspaper at the Northwestern hotel this morning, Charles 
Piethers, 68, retired, and for twenty years an employee of the Aluminum 
Goods Mfg. Co. of this city, succumbed before medical aid could be 
summoned. Piethers had not been ill and was in his apparent health 
this morning. His death was a shock to associates and friends at the 
hotel. 
Piethers was 68 years of age and came here from Germany more than twenty 
years ago, securing work at the Goods plant which he continued up until 
about six years ago when he retired. He spent most of his time about the 
hotel where he had made his home for years and was well liked by all who 
knew him. He made a practice of reading the papers each morning and had 
been engaged in that task for some time when it was noticed that he was 
not breathing and investigation revealed that he was dead. A physician 
was summoned but nothing could be done. Death was due to heart failure. 
No Known Relatives. 
Piethers has no known relatives here and in America and it is not known 
whether he has relatives in Germany or not. He had never referred to his 
family and is not believed to have ever married. Piethers was found dead 
at 11 o’clock and the body was removed to the Vogelsang Undertaking rooms 
from where the funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Unless 
relatives appear the body will be buried by friends or the city, it was 
said.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, April 11, 1928 P. 2
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[cause: apoplexy]


BARBARA PEJSAR

Aged Widow Without Immediate Kin Here, Dies Saturday Night
An illness of several months, superinduced by advancing years, proved 
fatal Saturday night at the hospital to Mrs. Barbara Peysar (sic), for over 
a quarter of a century a resident here. Mrs. Peysar was a widow and 83 
years of age.
Details regarding her life were no available as she left no immediate surviving 
relatives. Her husband, a former city employe, died about a year ago and 
since that time Mrs. Peysar(sic) has been a ward of the city.
Funeral services will be held from the Sacred Heart church on Wednesday 
morning at 9 o'clock. Interment will take place at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News  Monday, December 31, 1928  pg. 2
**********
[age 83 yr/cause: pneumonia]


CLARA PEKAREK

Mrs. John Pekarek, 54, of 718 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
morning at Wisconsin General Hospital, Madison. She had been ill the 
past three years.
Funeral services will be conducted at the Mittnacht Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, at 8:30 a.m. Friday and at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc, at 9 a.m. The Rev. E.A. Radey will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Clara Riha was born July 3, 1899, in the town of Carlton, 
Kewaunee County, and was married to John Pekarek in 1919. The couple 
always resided at Manitowoc.
She is survived by her husband, a son, John Jr., of Stevens Point; and 
two sisters, Mrs. John Mattek and Mrs. Ignatz Wojta of Two Creeks.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday. The Rosary 
will be recited at 7 p.m. Thursday by the Daughters of Isabella and the 
Knights of Columbus and at 7:30 p.m. by the Altar Society of Holy 
Innocents Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, March 16, 1954 P.16
*******
[d. 03-16-1954 at Madison, WI/age 54 yrs./wife of John Pekarek]


JOHN PEKAREK

John Pekarek, 81, a former Manitowoc resident, died Monday at Stevens Point 
Nursing Home.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pekarek was born Sept. 3, 1890, in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, 
son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Pekarek. He was employed as a carpenter for 
Hamann Construction Co. and was a member of Local 849. He served as an infantry 
man in World War I. He married Clara Riha Oct. 25, 1919, at Manitowoc. His wife 
preceded him in death in 1954. He resided in Manitowoc until 1965 when he moved 
to Stevens Point to live with his son.
Survivors include a son, John, of Stevens Point and a granddaughter (Survivor 
omitted for privacy.) A son and two brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 4 p.m. 
Wednesday where a Wake service will be held at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 19, 1971
*******
[d. 10-18-1971 at Stevens Point WI/age 81 yrs./husband of Clara]
(03 Sep 1890/Oct 1971/SSDI)


JOHN C. PEKAREK    (d. 1989)

Funeral services for John C. Pekarek, 64, 2133 Oak St., who died 
Friday morning, July 21, 1989 at St. Joseph Hospital, Marshfield, 
were held Monday at 10 am at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Rev. Lyle 
Schulte officiated and burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pekarek was born February 24, 1925 in Manitowoc, son of the 
late John and Clara Pekarek. He attended school in Manitowoc and 
then attended St. Sturtevant's Franciscan Seminary in Milwaukee. 
On August 23, 1946 he entered the United States Army in Chicago and 
served as a Corporal. He was discharged August 22, 1948 at Ft. Knox, 
Kentucky. He then attended Loyola University in Chicago and received 
his Master's Degree in Social Work in 1953. Mr. Pekarek was employed 
by the Green Bay Diocese Catholic Social Services in Manitowoc and 
Appleton. In 1955 he became Director of Portage County Social Services. 
In 1960 he began employment with the Wisconsin Division of Mental 
Hygiene. Mr. Pekarek was the area administrator until his retirement 
in 1987. He married Marcella Kloiber, January 6, 1951 in Appleton. 
She preceded him in death January 5, 1983. He then married Marguerite 
Negard, May 18, 1984 at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Mr. Pekarek was a 
fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mary Pekarek of Stevens Point; 
a granddaughter; four step daughters, a stepson and eight step 
grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother and 
first wife.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., July 25, 1989 page B10
*********
[Died at Marshfield WI/widower of Marcella Pekarek]


MARCELLA PEKAREK

Mrs. John (Marcella) "Marcie" Pekarek, 2133 Oak St., died this morning at St. 
Michael's Hospital where she had been a patient one day. She had been in ill 
health for a number of years. Funeral services will be held at 11 am Friday at 
St. Joseph's Catholic church. The Rev. Lyle Schulte will officiate. Burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call after 4 pm Thursday at Dzikoski Funeral Home. St. Ann's Society 
of St. Joseph Parish and the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, of which she 
was a member, and Monsignor McGinley Council No. 1170, Knights of Columbus, of 
which her husband is a member will combine with the general rosary at 7:30 pm.
Mrs. Pekarek was born in Oshkosh, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank 
Kloiber. She attended schools in Oshkosh, including two years at Oshkosh Business 
College. She was employed at Kalamazoo Furnace Co., in Oshkosh for a number of 
years. She also served as secretary for a number of years for Green Bay Apostolate, 
a social service agency of the Diocesan of Catholic Charities.
She married John Pekarek Jan. 6, 1951 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Appleton. 
The couple settled in Chicago until moving to Stevens Point in 1953. She taught 
business school courses here at the vocational school.
Survivors include her husband, one daughter, Mariclare Pekarek, 1932C Strongs 
Ave., five sisters, Sister Rosalinda, Oneida; Sister Ambrosine and Sister Marilyn 
of Manitowoc, Mrs. Ann Fuchs, Oshkosh and Mrs. Ray (Dorothy) Schani, Oshkosh; one 
brother, Joseph Kloiber, Oshkosh and one granddaughter. Three brothers and two 
sisters preceded her in death.
Stevens Point Journal, Wed., Jan. 5, 1983  page 2
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[d. at Stevens Point, WI/wife of John C. Pekarek]


PAUL PEKAREK

Death Robs Home of 3-Year-Old Boy
Mr. and Mrs. John Pekarek, 718 New York avenue, are mourning the 
death of their three year old son, Paul, who passed away at the 
home yesterday, death being due to pneumonia. The funeral will be 
held Tuesday morning at 9:30 o'clock from the Sacred Heart church, 
and burial held at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, May 5, 1924 P.7
*******
[Paul John/bur. 05-06-1924/age 3 yrs/cause: lobar pneumonia/bur. on 
John Pekarek lot]


ALBERT A. PEKARSKE

Dr. A.A. Pekarske, 62, former Manitowoc resident who practiced dentistry in the 
city for many years, died Saturday at Touro Infirmary, New Orleans, La. He left 
Manitowoc in 1952. Private funeral services will be at 10 am Saturday in Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Alfred Pritzl will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Dr. Pekarske was born in the Town of Newton, son of the late Andrew and Susan 
Leschke Pekarske September 4, 1897. Following graduation from dental school, he 
maintained a dental office at Manitowoc until moving to New Orleans. He married 
Olive Kadow, who died May 15, 1940 and he married Mathilda Aumann in 1941 who 
survives him along with two daughters, Mrs. John Schuette of Manitowoc and Mrs. 
Floyd Leve of Madison; two sisters, Mrs. Jacob Zych of Manitowoc and Mrs. Anna 
Haller of Fremont, Nebraska and five grandchildren. A daughter preceded him in 
death.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 7, 1960 page 15
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ALBERT A. PEKARSKE
From the "Souvenir Book of The Diamond Jubilee of St. Casimir's 
Congregation At Northeim (Newton) Wisconsin  1868 - 1943"

Born Sept. 4, 1897, at Northeim, he attended local school District No. 6,
and graduated from Manitowoc high school in 1915.
He entered the school of dentistry at Northwestern University from which
he graduated in 1918.
Dr. Pekarske established his practice at Manitowoc and has been in this
business for the last 26 years.
Biography


GRACE PEKARSKE HANSEN

Grace Pekarske Hansen, age 89, a resident of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, died 
late Thursday evening, October 29, 1992 at Park Lawn Home.Funeral services will 
be 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 2, 1992, at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home 
and 11 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Mass of Christian Burial will 
be celebrated by her grandson, Rev. Daniel Pekarske, with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born January 9, 1903 to Manitowoc, daughter of the late John M. and Mary 
Mangin Kadow. She was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the class of 1920. 
She owned and operated the Gray-Mar Drapery Shop from 1955 to 1970. She married 
John J. Pekarske on January 5, 1921 in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death 
December 21, 1956. She later married Delmar Hansen June 20, 1975. He preceded 
her in death June 5, 1977. She was a past member of the Elks Ladies Auxiliary, 
the Catholic Women’s Club, and is currently a member of Holy Innocents Catholic 
Church.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, John A. and Eunice Pekarski, 
Manitowoc, Thomas J. and Joan Pekarski, Manitowoc; a stepdaughter and step son-
in-law Lois and David Metheny, Missouri; fourteen grandchildren; two great great 
grandchildren; nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends surviving. 
She was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Monday room 9:30 am. Until 
the time of services at the funeral until the time of services at the funeral 
home at 10:30 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, October 30, 1992  P. 44
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[Mary Grace/d. 10-29-1992/age 89 yrs./widow of John Pekarske and Delmar Hansen/
bur. on John Kadow lot/on the same stone with Pekarske]


JOAN C. PEKARSKE

Mrs. Thomas (Joan) Pekarske, age 62, of 903 Lawton Terrace, Manitowoc, died 
Thursday, November 5, 1992, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. on Monday, November 9, 1992, at the Harrigan 
Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Plank will officiate, with 
burial in the Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born October 31, 1930, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Arthur and 
Lucille Machia Gennrich. She attended Lincoln High School, graduating with the 
class of 1949. She married Thomas J. Pekarske on November 27, 1950, at Manitowoc. 
She was a past member of the Elks Auxiliary and the Optimist Ladies Club.
Survivors include her husband, Thomas; five children, Thomas S. (Kathleen) 
Pekarske, Sheboygan, Larry (Nancy) Pekarske, Knowlton, Wis., Cherry (Steve) 
Schmidt, Fond du Lac, Mark Pekarske, Manitowoc, Matthew (Jeanne) Pekarske, 
Randolph, Wis.; two sisters, Betty (Keith) Rupple, Waukesha, Lauren (John) 
Radcliffe, Schofield, Wis.; two brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law, Jack Manson, 
Bradenton, Fla., Jack (Eunice) Pekarske, Manitowoc; also 10 grandchildren, a great 
granddaughter, other relative and friends. She was preceded in death by a sister, 
Gail Manson.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Monday, November 9, 
1992, from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, November 6, 1992  P. A2
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[wife of Thomas Pekarske]


JOHN A. PEKARSKE    (d. 2005)

John A. (Jack) Pekarske, age 80, a resident of 2004 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc, 
entered into eternal rest, Sunday, Feb. 20, 2005 at Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center, Manitowoc.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Gerald Foley at Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005 at 11 a.m. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends and relatives may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation 
Center, Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday at the church from 10 a.m. until 
the time of Mass at 11 a.m. A prayer service, led by Deacon Paul Kiefer, will be 
held Tuesday evening (TONIGHT), at 7:30 p.m.
Jack was born on June 30, 1924 in Manitowoc, to the late John J. and Mary Grace 
Kadow Pekarske. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1942. He served with the 
United States Army during World War II in the Pacific Theatre of War. He married 
Eunice M. Rappel, March 5, 1945 at Fort Bliss, Texas. Jack owned and operated 
Molded Rubber Products in Manitowoc for 35 years, retiring in 1992. His memberships 
include Holy Innocents Catholic Church, the Manitowoc Elks and Eagles clubs, the 
R.O.M.E.O. Club and a charter and life member of the Wisconsin Rubber Group.
Survivors include his wife: Eunice; nine children: Patricia (Thomas) Ciha of Ohio; 
Michael (Maren) Pekarske of Appleton; the Rev. Daniel Pekarske of Tanzania, East 
Africa; Kathryn (Norm) Masterlark of Manitowoc; Mary (Dr. Ron) Lese of Mishicot; 
John (Estella) Pekarske of Georgia; Joseph Pekarske of Florida; James (Sarah) 
Pekarske of Colorado; Nancy (Bob) DeWitt of Manitowoc; 16 grandchildren; seven 
step grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; seven step great-grandchildren; 
also nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 
Preceded in death by his parents and a brother: Tom Pekarske.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in his name.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, 
is assisting the Pekarske family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 22, 2005


JOHN J. PEKARSKE    (d. 1956

John Pekarske, Merchant, Dies of Heart Attack
MANITOWOC--John J. Pekarske, 58, veteran clothing store operator, died of a heart 
attack at 6 a.m. Friday, at Holy Family Hospital.  He had suffered heart seizure 
several times in the past several months.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m., Monday at Leschke-Bergner Funeral Home and 
9 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.  The Rev. D.L.Krembs will officiate and burial 
will be in the Evergreen Cemetery.
For more than 25 years Mr. Pekarske conducted a retail men's clothing business under 
the name North End Clothing Store at 10th and Washington Streets.  He began the 
business shortly after he married Grace Kadow Jan 5, 1922, at Manitowoc and was located 
in the former Kapitan Block, razed by fire in 1953 and since rebuilt, at North Eighth 
and Buffalo Streets.
He was at this site for 13 years and had been in partnership with Stephen Hobart.  
Subsequently the business relationship was dissolved and the Pekarske operation was 
moved to Washington street where he opened the store 22 years ago.
Born Aug. 9, 1898, at Newton, son of the late Joseph Pekarske and Monica Leschke 
Pekarske, he attended rural schools and was graduated from the South Side High School 
here in 1916.  A World War I veteran, he served in the armed forces in 1918.
Mr. Pekarske was a member of the chamber of commerce for many years, serving on several 
of its committees, of the Washington Street Advancement Assn., Elks Lodge, Optimists 
Club, United Name Society, Eagles Aerie(?), and the Drews-Bleser Post of the American 
Legion.
Surviving are his wife, two sons, mother, a brother, two sisters, and nine grandchildren.
Friends my call at the funeral home after 1 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be recited 
at 7:30 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 21, 1956   
sent in by a researcher/see contributors page.
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[d. 12-21-1956/age 58 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis/bur. on John M. Kadow lot]
********
A pretty wedding was solemnized at St. Boniface Church last Thursday morning. 
The contracting parties were Miss Mary Grace, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John M. 
Kadow and John J. Pedarske, well known young businessman of the city. The Rev. 
W. J. Piel performed the ceremony in the presence of many relatives and friends 
of the couple. During the ceremony, the Mikadow Theatre Orchestra played the 
wedding march and Mrs. Cornelius Zechal sang Ava Maria.
Miss Lenora Kadow, sister of the bride was maid of honor and Misses Hattie 
Pekarske and Zita Gallagher were bridesmaids while the groom was attended by 
Max Pekarske as best man and John R. and Francis M. Kadow as groomsmen. The 
bride wore a gown of baronet satin with silk overlace and carried a shower 
bouquet, the bridesmaid's gowns being of colored organdie.
After the ceremony a reception was held at the Knights of Columbus club rooms 
attended by eighty guests and later a wedding dinner was served at the club. 
Mr. and Mrs. Pekarske left in the afternoon on a honeymoon trip to Milwaukee, 
Chicago and St. Paul and upon their return will take up their residence at 
Eighth and Buffalo streets.
Among the out of town guests at the wedding were Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Mangin, 
Dr. and Mrs. Gogolinske and Miss Mary Cohen of Chicago; Mr. and Mrs. M. Kadow, 
Mrs. Joseph Zeminski, Miss Alice Zeminske of Milwaukee; Mr. and Mrs. Toomey of 
Brillion and Miss Elizabeth Sullivan of Green Bay. The bride is a graduate of 
Manitowoc schools and attended Lawrence. She is one of our choicest young 
ladies and has the esteem and respect of all. Mr. Pekarske is a son of Mr. and 
Mrs. Joseph Pekarske of Newton and recently engaged in business in this city, 
being a member of the North End Clothing Company.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Jan. 12, 1922


LARRY PEKARSKE

Larry J. Pekarske, 56, 1556 Kunzman Lane, Mosinee, died Thursday, April 23, 2009 
after a long illness. Larry retired from John Muir Middle School in June of 2008 
after working as a learning disabilities specialist for the past 30 years. 
Throughout his life, Larry's involvements included: Price County Emergency 
Government Director, Prentice EMT/Firefighter, Knowlton Town Chairman, Football 
and Wrestling Coach and DNR Safety Instructor.
Survivors, besides his wife, Nancy, include two sons, Nathan (Emily) Pekarski, 
Mosinee and Michael Pekarske, South Korea; a daughter, Lorrin Pekarske, Eau Claire 
and three brothers, Thomas (Kathy) Pekarske and Mark (Mary Ellen) Pekarske, both 
of Branch and Matthew (Jeanne) Pekarskke, Randolph. He was preceded in death by a 
sister, Cheryl Pieper. 
Services were held Tuesday, April 26, 2009 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic church, 
Knowlton. Beste Funeral Home, Mosinee, was in charge of arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Apr. 28, 2009 page 3


MAGDELYN C. PEKARSKE

Magdelyn C. Pekarske, 78, of 713 S. 19th St., Manitowoc, died early Monday 
morning, March 23, 1987 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral 
services will be 10 am Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10:30 am at 
St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gerald Prusakowski OFM will 
officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pekarske was born September 16, 1908 at Manitowoc, daughter of the late 
Walter and Catherine Bahnsen Aumann. She was employed at the Herald Times 
Reporter until her retirement. Mrs. Pekarske was a member of Manitowoc Senior 
Center.
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Paul (Lucile) Kohls and Mr. Floyd Luve of 
Madison. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert and a sister, Maribel. 
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 8 pm Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., March 23, 1987 page 15
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[widow of Albert Pekarske/bur. on Walter Aumann lot]


OLIVE PEKARSKE

Mrs. Olive Ann Pekarske, nee Kadow, wife of Dr. A.A. Pekarske, 2102 Washington 
street, died at the family home early this morning of a heart ailment.
Funeral services will be held Saturday with services at 8:30 a.m. from the 
Pfeffer Funeral home and at nine o’clock at St. Boniface Catholic church. The 
Rev. Anthony Baier will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. 
The body will lie in state at the Pfeffer Funeral home from Thursday afternoon 
until the time of the funeral.
Mrs. Pekarske was born in Milwaukee on September 1, 1900, and came to Manitowoc 
with her parents a year later. She was married to Dr. Pekarske in 1919.
Survivors are the widower; twin daughters, Beverly and Alberta; father, Adolph C. 
Kadow Sr.; and two brothers, Dr. A.M. Kadow of Chicago and Adolph Kadow Jr. of 
Manitowoc. Her mother died seven years ago.
Mrs. Pekarske was a member of the St. Anne-C.M.A. society of St. Boniface church, 
and of the St. Theresa Aid Society. The St. Anne society will recite the rosary 
at the funeral home on Friday at 7:30 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 15, 1940  P. 2
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[d. 05-18-1940/age 39 yrs./cause: cerebral embolism/bur. on Dr. A.A. Pekarske lot]


THOMAS J. PEKARSKE

Thomas J. Pekarske, age 71, of 2432 Paul Road, Manitowoc, Wis., went to be with 
his Lord late Tuesday evening, October 31, 2000. Tom passed away at Aurora Medical 
Center in Two Rivers.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church, with the Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated by Rev. David Hoffman. 
Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Tom was born April 15, 1929, in Manitowoc, son of the late John and Grace Kadow 
(Hansen) Pekarske. He attended Sacred Heart Catholic School and graduated from 
Lincoln High School with the class of 1947. After high school, he served with the 
United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He then returned to Manitowoc, where 
he owned and operated the former North End Clothing Store and later Lords Limited 
in Manitowoc and Sheboygan. Tom was an avid golfer and chess player and also loved 
to read. Tom was married to Joan C. Gennrich on November 22, 1950, in Manitowoc. 
Joan preceded Tom in death November 5, 1992. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church, Elks Lodge #687, Noon Optimist Club, Knights of Columbus Council #710 and 
the Eagles Aerie #706.
Survivors include his loving fiancée, Janet Fetzer, Manitowooc; four sons and one 
daughter, Thomas S. and Kathleen Pekarske, Sheboygan, along with their children, 
Stephanie, Samantha, Kristen and Patrick; Larry and Nancy Pekarske, Knowlton, Wis.: 
along with their children, Nathan, Michael and Lorrin; Cheryl Pekarske, Fond du Lac, 
Wis., along with her two children, Jesse (Nina) Schmidt and Sarah (Dean) Redley, 
along with their two children, Raquel and Jade Reilley; Mark and Maryellen Pekarske, 
Manitowoc, with her two children, Danielle and Heidi, Matthew and Jeanne Pekarske, 
Randolph, Wi., with their daughter, Kelsey. Also surviving is his brother, Jack 
(Eunice) Pekarske, Manitowoc. His fiancée, Janet Fetzer’s children, Jeanne (Matthew) 
Pekarske, Randolph, Wis. and their daughter Kelsey, Mary (David) Place, Irmo, S.C., 
with their two sons, Joshua and Taylor; Anne (David) Burgarino, Hickory, N.C. and 
their son, Anthony; Peter (Jodi) Fetzer, Indian Trail, N.C.; brothers-in-law, John 
(Laurie) Radcliff, Jack (Dee) Manson, Keith (Betty) Rupple. Special friends to include 
Paul Hoffman, Jack Davis, Tom and Shirley Riggs, Ralph and Eunice Wedekind, Bill 
Sepnafski, Bill Manthey and all of his golfing cronies. Tom was preceded in death by 
his parents and his wife, Joan nee Gennrich on November 5, 1992.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Friday from 5-8 p.m. with a 
prayer service being held at 7 p.m. Friends and relatives may also call at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church on Saturday morning, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 
10:30 a.m.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is assisting the Pekarske family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 2, 2000 P. A2


CLARA PEKEL

Mrs. Joseph Pekel, 79, of 3218 Memorial Dr., Two Rivers died Tuesday 
at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Mark Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Michael R. Koch of Two Rivers, the Rev. George Beth 
of New Londa, the Rev. Alphonse Wagner of Charlotte, Iowa, and the Rev. 
Donald Becker of Green Bay will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pekel, nee Clara Steffeck, was born Feb. 21, 1892, daughter of the late 
Bohumil and Frances Steffeck. She was married to Joseph Pekel March 2, 1919. 
He preceded her in death on July 3, 1948. They owned and operated Seanger 
Hall and Colonial Inn, Manitowoc.
Survivors include a daughter; two sisters, Mrs. Godfrey Esch and Mrs. Roland 
Frazier, of Manitowoc, a granddaughter and a great grandson.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 o'clock 
this Wednesday afternoon where a memorial service will be at 7:30 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 5, 1972
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[d. 01-04-1972/age 79 yrs./widow of Joseph F. Pekel]
(21 Feb 1892/Jan 1972/SSDI)


JOSEPH PEKEL

Following a two months' illness Joseph Pekel, 54, restaurant and tavern 
proprietor in Manitowoc the past 30 years, died at his home, 1510 Clark 
street, Saturday evening. He has been confined to his home since he 
suffered a slight stroke.
Funeral services were held this morning at 8:30 from the Frazier mortuary 
and at nine o'clock from the St. Boniface church. Interment was in Evergreen 
cemetery. Military rites were accorded by the Drews post of the American 
Legion.
Mr. Pekel was born in Sherwood, Calumet county in 1889 (sic) and in 1913 
located in this city. He engaged in the restaurant business with Peter 
Broehl, operating the Nightingale restaurant on Quay street for a time 
and sold out his interest there to become steward of the Elks club when 
it was located at Eighth and Quary streets. When the lodge moved into the 
present clubrooms Mr. Pekel continued as steward for a time.
He was a veteran of World War I, serving in company A, 340th Infantry.
Mr. Pekel took over the Saenger hall on Washington street in later years 
which he operated until four years ago when he opened the colonial Inn, 
tavern and restaurant at Washington and South Eighth street.
He was a member of the Drews post of the American Legion and the Fraternal 
Order of Eagles.
Mr. Pekel married Miss Clara Steffeck of this city in 1919. She survives 
with a daughter, Mrs. William Stochdale, of this city; two brothers, Andrew 
of Appleton and William of Stockbridge; three sisters, Mrs. Katherine 
Fischer, and Miss Lena Pekel of Appleton, Mrs. Jerry Rouse, of Menasha.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, July 6, 1943 P.2
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[d. 07-03-1943/age 54 yrs./cause: hemotemasis cirrhosis of liver]


ANTON J. PEKULIK

Yards Workman Died Soon After current Hit Him (photo)
Anton Pekulik, 44-year-old Manitowoc Ship Building company employe, who was 
electrocuted while at work in the yards Thursday afternoon, was dead only seconds 
after 2,300 volts passed through his body, Dr. Gerald Rau said today.
Pekulik, an unmarried man, had been at work with several other members of a shipyard 
labor gang moving huge timbers with the aid of a Speedcrane in the southwest corner 
of the yard when the fatal accident happened about 2 p.m.
According to fellow workers, a steel cable with tongs at the end hung directly down 
from crane's 100-foot boom. Pekulik was said to have had his hands on the tongs in 
securing them around one of the timers to be moved. As the boom swung around into 
position the vertical cable accidentally came in contact with the Wisconsin Public 
Service corporation's 4,000 volt power line which runs along the railroad right of 
way at the south edge of the yards.
.........
When Dr. Rau arrived shortly before 2:30 he said he was unable to detect any heartbeat 
in the man and arrangements were made to remove him in the Meihsner ambulance to the 
Holy Family hosptial. Firemen continued their resuscitation efforts without let-up in 
the ambulance while enroute to the hosptial. Pekulik was placed in the iron lung at the 
hosptial and efforts to revive him were continued until 4 o'clock, the doctor said.
No Inquest
Dr. Theodore Teitgen, county coroner, announced there would be no inquest.
.........
Funeral services for Mr. Pekulik will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Leschke funeral 
home. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
He was born in this city in 1904 and always lived here. He was employed in the rolling 
mills at the Aluminum Goods company for 25 years and in recent years was employed by the 
Manitowoc Ship Building company.
Survivors are a brother, Joseph of this city; four sisters, Mrs. Matt Wegrowski of this 
city, Mrs. Peter Hiska, Mrs. Walter Hanyzewski and Mrs. Gabrial Vitzer all of Michigan 
City, Ind.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 o'clock this evening where the rosary 
will be recited at 8 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 23, 1948 P.2
(edited for length)
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[d. 07-22-1948/age 44 yrs.]


FLORENCE PELISEK

MRS. JOHN PELISHEK(sic) DIES THIS MORNING
Mrs. John Pelishek, Franklin street, aged nineteen years, passed 
away early this morning at the Maple Crest sanitarium. Burial will 
take place Wednesday afternoon at two o’clock from the Presbyterian 
church, Rev. Weber officiating. Friends may view the body tomorrow 
until nine in the evening at the Shimek and Schwartz parlors. The 
deceased, whose maiden name was Florence Ellickson, was born Feb. 22, 
1909 in Minnesota and was married to John Pelishek Sept. 30, 1927. 
Besides the husband, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Ellickson of 
Chicago, one sister, Mrs. Thelman Deck of this city and three 
brothers, Harry, Vernon and Robert all of Ashland survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, September 24, 1928 Page 2
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[died at Whitelaw, WI/age 19 yr/cause: tuberculosis/
bur. on Frank J. Pelisek lot]


SHIRLEY MAE PELISEK

Shirley M. Pelisek, age 64, of 17330 W. Horizon Dr., New Berlin, Wis., died 
Saturday, January 15, 2000, at her residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 20, 2000, at First 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Steven Solberg, will officiate with burial to 
follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born April 30, 1935, at Green Bay, daughter of Paul Nicholas Hoverson, 
and Effie Mary Shaw. She grew up in Kewaunee County, graduating from Kewaunee 
High School with the class of 1952. She attended Manitowoc Teachers College, 
from 1952 to 1954. She earned her Bachelors of Science Degree from U.W. Oshkosh, 
in 1956 and her masters degree equivalency in 1971. Shirley graduated Sum Cum 
Laude, from Kewaunee High School and U.W. Oshkosh. Shirley was a Fourth Grade 
Teacher, in the New Berlin Public School System, for 31 years, retiring in June 
1998. She was married to Milton Pelisek, July 18, 1959, at First Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. Shirley was a resident of the City of New Berlin, for 39 years. She 
is a member of Christ the Victor Ev. Lutheran Church, New Berlin, Wis. She was 
president, past president, and member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society.She was 
also a member of the International Womens Educators Society.
Survivors include her husband, Milton O. Pelisek, New Berlin; one son, Michael J. 
Pelisek, Milwaukee; one daughter, Kirstin B. Pelisek, Milwaukee; one granddaughter, 
Grace E. Pelisek, Milwaukee. She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and 
Effie Hoverson.
Relatives and friends may call at Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, and Thursday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time 
of service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciate (sic) to the American Cancer 
Society, Christ the Victor Ev. Lutheran Church, New Berlin, or the New Berlin 
Center School.
Herald Times Reporter, January 18, 2000 P. A2


BARBARA PELISHEK

Mrs. Barbara Pelishek, 90, living in recent years with her daughter and son-
in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Masvacil, of Rt. 3, Denmark, died Tuesday afternoon 
at home after a brief illness.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Knutson Funeral Home, Denmark, 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pelishek was born Barbara Wanek, May 10, 1870, in the Town of New Denmark, 
Brown County, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Wanek. She was married to 
Louis Pelishek in April 1899, and he preceded her in death Nov. 2, 1953. They 
farmed most of their lives in Brown County. She was a member of the ZCBJ Lodge 
of Denmark. A sister, Mrs. Anna Boushke, preceded her in death a number of years 
ago.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Joseph A. Kozlovsky and Mrs. Nesvacil of 
Rt. 3, Denmark; four sons, Emil and William of Manitowoc and Frank and Edwin of 
Denmark; a brother, Charles, of Green Bay; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Hoffman and 
Mrs. Blanche Frelich of Denmark; 15 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 1:30 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 8, 1961 P. 17 
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[d. 03-07-1961 at New Denmark WI/age 90 yrs./widow of Louis Pelishek]


BLANCH PELISHEK

Miss Blanche Pelishek, 79, veteran school teacher, died Friday afternoon at 
the County Hospital, Milwaukee, following a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Mittnacht Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. F.C. St. Clair officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Pelishek was born in 1873 in Manitowoc and taught in rural schools in 
Manitowoc County for 20 years. She also taught in a private school for girls 
in Washington, D.C., and in later years resided with a brother, Frank, at 
Adell, Sheboygan County. She had been in impaired health the past eight years.
Survivors include a brother, Leon of Clintonville and nine nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, January 31, 1953 P.2
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[bur. on Frank Pelishek estate lot]


CLARA J. PELISHEK

Clara Pelishek, age 96, Denmark, died early Sunday morning, February 13, 2000, 
at a Green Bay nursing home.
The daughter of the late Andrew and Catherine Saur was born August 2, 1903 in 
Menchalville. Clara married Frank Pelishek September 24, 1928 at St. Joseph 
Catholic Church, Kellnersville. He preceded her in death March 29, 1979.
Clara and her husband farmed all their married lives in the Denmark area until 
retiring in 1956 when they moved into the city. She enjoyed gardening, especially 
her flowers and spending time with her family.
Survivors include one son and two daughters-in-law, Joseph and Carolyn Pelishek, 
Denmark, and Marilyn Court, Pine Grove; one daughter and son-in-law, Laverne and 
LeRoy Denk, Two Rivers; eight grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; one sister 
Elizabeth Kopidlansky, Manitowoc; one sister-in-law, Emma Pelishek, Manitowoc; 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and one son, Harvey.
Friends may call at Knutson-Cotter Funeral Home, 536 Highway R, Denmark, Tuesday 
4 to 8 p.m. A parish prayer service is Tuesday evening, 6:30 p.m., at the funeral 
home. The visitation will continue Wednesday after 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home 
until the cortege leaves for church.
Mass of Christian burial is Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic 
Church, County Highway NN New Denmark with Monsignor Robert F. Gulig officiating. 
Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
A special thank you to the staff at Parkview Manor for the wonderful care given 
to Clara.
Herald Times Reporter, February 14, 2000 P. A2


ELIZABETH PELISHEK

Mrs. William Pelishek, 68, of 857 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Friday evening at her home.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home and at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The 
Rev. Leo Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pelishek, nee Elizabeth Opichka, was born May 25, 1902, in Town of 
Cooperstown, daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Vesely Opichka. She was 
married to William Pelishek Nov. 18, 1919, at Kellnersville. They farmed 
near Denmark until their retirement in 1948, when they came to Manitowoc. 
Mrs. Pelishek was a member of the Christian Mothers and Altar Society, of 
Holy Innocents Church. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 
November 1969.
Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Agnes) Shuber, of 
Manitowoc; two sistes, Mrs. Otto Spevacek, of Dayton, Ohio, and Mrs. John 
Dvorachek, of Brillion; a grandson (Survivor omitted for privacy.), of 
Manitowoc and nieces and nephews. A sister and three brothers preceded her 
in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday until time of 
services. A Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Sunday..
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 23, 1970
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[d. 05-22-1970/age 68 yrs./wife of Wm. Pelishek]
(25 May 1902/May 1970/SSDI)


FRANK PELISHEK    (d. 1924)

Notes from Mishicot:
Frank Pelisek, aged over 90 years, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. B. 
Rick on May 6. He conducted a store in Manitowoc corner of 9th and Park Streets 
for many years. He retired a few years ago and has since made his home with his 
daughter here. His remains were interred in Evergreen Cemetery at Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 15, 1924
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[bur 05-10-1924/cause: senile decline/bur on Frank Pelishek estate lot]


FRANK L. PELISHEK    (d. 1979)

Frank Pelishek, 78, of 419 Lynch Ave., Denmark, died Thursday evening in a 
Green Bay nursing home.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday in Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 
New Denmark. The Rev. Donald Feller will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pelishek was born June 10, 1900, in the Town of Morrison, son of the late 
Louis and Barbara Wanek Pelishek. He married Clara Sauer Sept. 24, 1928, in 
St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. The couple farmed in the town of 
Glenmore, Route 3, Denmark, and 22 years ago moved to their present home in 
Denmark. Mr. Pelishek was a mason by trade and was a 50 year member of Western 
Fraternal Life Association Lodge No. 108 of Denmark.
Survivors include his wife, Clara, a son and two daughters-in-law, Joseph and 
Carolyn Pelishek of Route 3, Denmark, and Marilyn Pelishek of rural route, 
Green Bay; a daughter and son-in-law, LaVerne and Leroy Denk of Two Rivers; 
two brothers, Emil of Manitowoc and Edwin of Denmark; a sister, Mrs. Rose 
Nesvacil of Denmark, eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A son, 
Harvey, died Sept. 9, 1972. A brother, William, and two sisters, Lillian and 
Anna, also preceded him in death.
Friends may call in DeWane Funeral Home, Denmark, after 3 p.m. Sunday. The 
Rosary will be recited at 4 p.m. by Daughters of Isabella and a prayer service 
will be at 7:30 p.m. by Father Feller. Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, is in 
charge of the funeral.
Herald Times Reporter, March 30, 1979 P. 3
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[d. Green Bay, WI/bur. on William and Elizabeth Pelishek lot]


LOUIS PELISHEK

Louis Pelishek, 84, a resident of the Town of New Denmark, died Monday evening 
at a Green Bay hospital following surgery. He had been a patient since Monday 
noon.
Funeral services will be conducted at the Knutson Funeral Home, Denmark, at 
9:30 a.m. Thursday with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Pelishek was born August 19, 1869(sic), in the Town of Morrison where he operated 
a farm until his retirement 23 years ago. He married the former Barbara Wanek 
April 9, 1890. He was a member of the ZCBJ Lodge of the Denmark area.
Survivors include the wife, four sons, William of Manitowoc and Frank, Emil and 
Edwin of Rt. 3, Denmark; two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Nesvacil and Mrs. Joseph 
Kozlovsky of Denmark; two sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Daul of Green Bay and Mrs. Frank 
Fictum of Lena, Wis.; 15 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from Tuesday night unil the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 3, 1953  P. 15
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[d. 11-02-1953 at Green Bay, WI/age 84 yrs.]


MARY PELISHEK    (d. 1932)

MRS. PELISHEK DIES, 88 YEARS 
Former Manitowoc Resident Dies at Fond du Lac
Mrs. Mary Pelishek, aged 88 years, a former Manitowoc resident, died Wednesday 
at Fond du Lac where she has been residing since 1920. The remains will be 
brought to this city and burial will be from the Frazier mortuary on Saturday 
at 2 p.m. The deceased, whose maiden name was Mary Dohnal, was born in Bohemia 
in 1844, came to this country in 1859 and was married in 1865.
Three daughters, Mrs. Victoria Shephard, Brooklyn, N.Y., Blanche of Milwaukee 
and Mary of Geneva, O., and two sons, Frank of Adell and Leon of Clintonville 
survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 27, 1932  P. 1
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[bur. 10-29-1932/age 87 yrs/died at Fond Du Lac/cause: terminal broncho pneumonia/
bur. on Frank Pelishek lot]


WILLIAM PELISHEK

William Pelishek, 83, of 857 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning in 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Thursday 
in Urbanek & Schlei Funeral Home and 10 a.m. in Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard Verhasselt will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pelishek was born November 25, 1895 in the Town of Morrison, Brown County, 
son of the late Louis and Barbara Wanek Pelishek. He married Elizabeth Opichka 
November 18, 1919 in Kellnersville. They farmed in Brown County until 1948 when 
they moved to Manitowoc where he was employed with Manitowoc Equipment Works, 
retiring in 1960. Mrs. Pelishek preceded him in death May 22, 1970. He was a 
member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Agnes Shuber of Manitowoc; three brothers and 
sisters-in-law, Emil and Emma Pelishek of Manitowoc and Frank and Clara Pelishek 
and Edwin and Marcella Pelishek of Denmark; a sister, Mrs. Rose Nesvacil of Denmark; 
a grandson, Bob and Trudy Shuber of Appleton; and two aunts, Mrs. William (Mary) 
Wanek of Denmark and Mrs. Charles (Emma) Wanek of Green Bay; nieces, nephews and 
cousins. A son-in-law, Robert J. Shuber and two sisters, Mrs. Anna Bouska and Mrs. 
Lillian Kozlovsky preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Urbanek & Schlei Funeral Home after 4 o'clock this Wednesday 
afternoon and Thursday until the time of service. A parish prayer service with 
member of Daughters of Isabella participating will be at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Wednesday, March 29, 1978 - page 3
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(William Pelishek 25 Nov 1895 Mar 1978/SSDI)


ANDREW (PELTIER) PELKEY

Andrew H. (Peltier) Pelkey, 88, of 847 N. Sixth St., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness.
Services will be at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic church, Manitowoc, with 
burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pelkey was born May 1, 1870, in the Town of Mishicot, son of the late 
George and Harriet Ruelle Peltier. He married Mary Jindra at Mishicot Feb. 17, 
1896, and the couple farmed in the Mishicot area. They came to Manitowoc in 
1906 where Mr. Pelkey was employed by Manitowoc Northern Traction Co., Smalley 
Manufacturing Co. and Worel Hardware. Mrs. Pelkey died April 11, 1958.
He was a member of the Holy Name Society of Sacred Heart Church and was the 
last of 17 Peltier children.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Charles Ha?den and Miss Irene Peltier of 
Manitowoc, a son, Earl of Manitowoc; five grandchildren and seven great grand-
children.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3:30 p.m. Monday where the Holy Name 
Society will recite the Rosary at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, August 16, 1958 P.9
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[bur. on Irene Peltier lot]


MARY (PELTIER) PELKEY

Funeral services for Mrs. Andrew Pelkey (Peltier)(photo) of 847 N. Sixth St.,
Manitowoc, who died Friday, will be at 8:30 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The
Rev. D.L. Krembs will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary
will be recited at 7:30 p.m. by the Rosary Society of Sacred Heart Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, April 12, 1958  p.11
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[wife of Andrew Pelkey (Peltier)/bur. on Irene Peltier lot]


ALMA PELNAR

Alma A. Pelnar, age 99, a resident of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
morning, June 8, 1993, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church. Officiating will be Rev. Arno Wolfgramm and Rev. Bruce Bitter with burial 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born April 11, 1894, in Swanville, Minn., daughter of the late Albert and 
Caroline Hansmen Mielke. She was married to Benjamin Coen. He preceded her in death 
May, 1934. She then married Matt Pelnar in 1951 at Durand, Wis. He preceded her in 
death June 10, 1961. She was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church 
and Ladies Aide of the Church. She was also a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary 659, 
Aide Association for Lutherans, and the Manitowoc Senior Citizens.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Harrison and Lucille Coen, Manitowoc, 
Kenneth and Gladys Coen, Charlevoix, Mich.; one sister, Mrs. Bertha Gage, Oceanside, 
Calif.; one step-sister, Mrs. Alice Hayes, Paradise, Calif.; one daughter-in-law, Mrs. 
Lucille Coen, Manitowoc; eight grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; nine great great 
grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death 
by one son, Vernon, four sisters and one brother.
Friends may call at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church on Thursday from 10 a.m. 
until the time of services at 11 a.m.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Homne (sic) is assisting the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 8, 1993 P. A2
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[widow of Benj. Coen and Matt Pelnar]


MATT J. PELNAR

Matt J. Pelnar, 68, of 944 N. 22nd St., Manitowoc, died of a heart attack at 
home late Saturday afternoon.
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. E.A. Radey officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Pelnar was born April 21, 1893, in the town of Franklin, Kewaunee County, 
son of the late Matt and Mary Rebitz Pelnar. He attended Beach Grove School in 
the township and as a young man worked with his father on the homestead farm.
During World War I he served with an infantry caisson company. After the war he 
returned to the home farm until 1933. He then operated the Night Club Tavern in 
Kewaunee County and later a tavern at Two Rivers. In 1940, he became engineer 
and maintenance man at Holy Family Convent. He was a former assessor of the Town 
of Franklin, Kewaunee County.
In 1951, he married Mrs. Alma Coen in Durand County, Wisconsin. The couple 
resided at Manitowoc. Surviving are his wife, three step-sons, Harrison, Vernon 
and Kenneth Coen of Manitowoc; a brother, Charles of Kewaunee; a sister, Mrs. 
Mary Christman of Kewaunee and eight grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8 
o'clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 12, 1961 P.13
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[Mathias/d. 06-10-1961/age 68 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Alma Pelnar lot]


CAROL M. (NEWBY) PELOFSKE

Carol M. Pelofske, age 54, of 518 York St., Manitowoc, died Monday, February 5, 
2001, at Aruora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, February 8, 2001, at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Pastor Steven 
Segar with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Carol was born April 16, 1946, in Huntsville, Ala., daughter of the late Percy and 
Elizabeth Davis Newby. In October of 1981, she married Harold Pelofske in Manitowoc. 
She was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include her husband, Harold Pelofske, Manitowoc; five daughters, Lisa 
Augustine, Paris, Ark., Brenda Newby, Manitowoc, Linda Newby, Manitowoc, Tara Newby, 
Manitowoc; eight grandchildren, Kari, Robert, Mitchel, Sarah, Stephanie, Tevor, 
Miranda, and Tyler; two brothers and one sister-in-law, Robert and Jean Newby, 
Clarks Mills, Donald Wayne Newby, Manitowoc; three sisters and brothers-in-law, 
Becky and James Sutton, Paris, Ark., Janice and Leo Wolf, Gleason, Wis., Sandy 
and Brian Conard, Branch, Ark.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also 
survive.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc 
from 11 a.m. Thursday until the time of service at 1 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, February 7, 2001


HAROLD M. PELOFSKE

Harold M. Pelofske, age 74, of 2000 Clark St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, May 25, 
2004, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 29, 2004, at St. Andrew 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the mass of Christian Burial will be 
the Rev. Camillus Janas O.F.M. with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Harold was born Jan. 12, 1930, in Minnesota, son of the late Fred and Elsie Heaser 
Pelofske. He was a graduate of Cromwell High School, class of 1948. Harold served 
in the United States National Guard during the Korean Conflict. In October 1981, 
he married the former Carol Newby in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death Feb. 5, 
2001. Harold was a welder with the Manitowoc Company until his retirement in 
1995.
Survivors include a son: Dennis Pelofske, Manitowoc; four daughters and two sons-
in-law: Debra Gallenberger, Valders; Kimberly and Dennis Brandes, Manitowoc; Cindy 
and Tim Howard, Arizona; Tammy winkel, Nevada; 14 grandchildren and two great-
grandchildren. Also surviving are brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, other relatives 
and friends. He was also preceded in death by a son: James Michael Pelofske; a 
brother: Fred (Sonny) Pelofske; and a sister, Elaine Olson.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc, 
from 9:30 a.m. Saturday until the time of service at 10:30 a.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 27, 2004 P. A3


ANDREW W. PELTIER

Andrew (Andy) Peltier, age 20, a resident of 718 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died 
Sunday, January 3, 1999, at his residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, January 6, 1999, at the 
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Robert Meyer will officiate 
with burial the next day in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Andy was born July 15, 1978, in Manitowoc. His parents were Donald Peltier 
and Lynn Tech Peltier. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class 
of 1997.
Survivors include his parents, Don and Lynn of Manitowoc; two brothers and one 
sister, Matthew, Scott and Laura Peltier, all of Manitowoc; his maternal 
grandmother, Shari Tech of Manitowoc; two special friends, Roger Patton and 
Bridget Baeckmann; also aunts, uncles, other relatives and many friends.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, on Wednesday from 5 pm. 
until the time of service at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, January 5, 1999 P. A2


CLARENCE C. PELTIER

Clarence (Red) Peltier, 41, owner and operator of Red's and Lill's Bar at 1900 
13th street, Two Rivers, died this morning at his home of a heart ailment 
following an illness of several weeks.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Klein and Stangel Inc., 
funeral home, Two Rivers. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery in this city. 
The body may be viewed after 2 p.m. Tuesday at the fuenral (sic) home.
Born in Covington, Mich., in 1908, Mr. Peltier was employed aboard Great Lakes 
steamers for several years and more recently worked as a bartender in Manitowoc 
taverns.
About a year ago he opened his own bar in Two Rivers which he and his wife 
operated.
In 1936 he married the former Lillian Bruns of Manitowoc who survives him with 
a son, and a daughter (Private); a brother, Roy of Iron Mountain, Mich.; three 
sisters, Mrs. Warner Wickman of Iron Mountain, Mrs. Charles Ryan of St. Paul 
and Mrs. Steve Markowicz of Milwuakee.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 1, 1949 P.2
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[bur. 08-03-1949/age 41 yrs./bur. on Lillie Bruns lot]


EARL E. PELTIER

Earl E. Peltier, 75, of 426 N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 
at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Cyril 
VanHeeswyck will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Military Graveside services will be conducted by the Amvets Post No. 99.
Mr. Peltier was born Jan. 11, 1897, at Mishicot, son of the late Andrew and 
Mary Jindra Peltier. He was a veteran of World War I serving in the Army from 
Oct. 21, 1918 to Dec. 9, 1920. Mr. Peltier had been employed at Manitowoc 
Shipbuilding Inc. and also at Manitowoc Equipment Works prior to his retirement 
in 1961. He was a member of the Machinist Lakeshore Lodge No. 2064.
Survivors include two sons, Eugene and Donald of Manitowoc, two sisters, Miss 
Irene Peltier and Mrs. Charles Hayden of Manitowoc, 11 grandchildren and four 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday where a Wake 
service wil be held at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 14, 1972
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[d. 10-14-1972/age 75 yrs./bur. on Irene Peltier lot]
(b. 11 Jan. 1897/d. Oct. 1972/SSDI),(war vet flg hldr)


IRENE M. PELTIER

Miss Irene M. Peltier, 76, of 847 N. Sixth St., Manitowoc, died Sunday evening 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10:30 
a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic church, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Ziemer will 
offiicate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Peltier was born Sept. 26, 1900, at Mishicot, daughter of the late Andrew 
and Mary Jindra Peltier. She had been employed at Wisconsin Public Service Corp. 
for 45 years, retiring in 1966.
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Charles (Evelyn) Hayden, of Manitowoc and 
nieces and nephews. A brother, Earl, preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Wenesday morning prior to 
the time of service. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, May 16, 1977 P.3


DONALD PEMBERTON

Donald R. Pemberton, 82, of 948 N. 5th Street, Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
evening, August 6, 1986 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 1:30 pm Saturday at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. Rev. Bruce W. Hanstedt will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pemberton was born April 10, 1904 at Brothertown, Wisconsin, son of the 
late Joseph and Catherine Baker Pemberton. He grew up and was educated in 
the Brothertown area and moved to Manitowoc as a young man, living here since. 
He married Margaret G. Danielson in April, 1927 at Manitowoc. Mr. Pemberton 
was employed as an auto mechanic at Yanda Motors for many years, retiring in 
1970. 
Survivors include his wife, Margaret; two sons and daughters-in-law, Donald 
and Helen Pemberton of Wichita, Kansas, and Joseph and Judy Pemberton of 
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin; four grandchildren, Roger, Susan, Jennifer and Amy; 
two great grandchildren and a sister, Dorothy Fisher of California. 
Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei  9th Street Chapel, 
Manitowoc, from 12 noon on Saturday to the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Aug. 8, 1986 page 18


MARGARET G. PEMBERTON

Mrs. Margaret G. Pemberton, age 87, a Manitowoc resident, died Sunday, December 13, 
1992, at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 16, 1992, at Reinbold 
Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, with the Rev. Robert Simensen officiating 
with burial to follow at Evergreen Cememtery (sic).
Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home after noon on 
Wednesday until the time of service. A complete obituary will be announced at a 
later time.
Herald Times Reporter, December 14, 1992 P. A2
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[widow of Donald Pemberton]


DAVID JOSEPH PENKALA

David J. Penkala, age 44, of 1111 Magnolia Ave., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Friday, Oct. 22, 1999 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26, 1999 at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, 702 State St., Manitowoc. Rev. William Zimmer will celebrate 
the Mass of Christian Burial with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
David was born June 13, 1955 at Appleton, son of Richard and Dorothy Kaczmarek 
Penkala. He grew up and was educated at Appleton and graduated from Appleton West 
High School with the class of 1973. He attended Fox Valley Technical College and 
graduated in 1975 in Mechanicla Design. From 1975 to the present, he was employed 
at Manitowoc Crane as a crane designer.
David married Cathy A. Cohen on Nov. 3, 1984 at St. Patrick Catholic Church at 
Maple Grove. A member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, David served as 
encharist(sic) Minister and Lector. He was a former Cub Scout leader at St. 
Francis de Sales School, Manitowoc, and enjoyed golfing with the Monday Night 
Meadow Links Golf League.
David is survived by his wife Cathy, a son, Christopher, at home, the family dog, 
Sparky. His parents; Richard and Dorothy Penkala, Appleton; sister and brother-in-
law, Karen (Chris) Wichman and their daughter, Abigail, Appleton; mother-in-law, 
Mary Cohen Kane and Giles Kan, Greenleaf.
Sisters-in-law, Marge Cohen, Manitowoc, Barb (Wally) Ramaker, New Holstein, and 
their children, Jamie Ramaker and his fiancee, Lisa Solamita, Jennifer Paul and 
her husband, Mike; Joanie (David) Schmidt, Francis Creek, and their children, 
Katie and Jonathan.
Brothers-in-law Tom (Joan) Cohen, Two Rivers, and their children Rachel and Joey; 
Jerry (Judy) Cohen, Menchalville and their children Adam and Amy; Jim (Nancy) 
Cohen, Two Rivers and their children, Michael and Megan; Bill (Sue) Cohen, Brillion 
and their children Nicole and Joshua; Steve (Cindy) Cohen, Greenleaf and their 
children Clayton and Sheila. Also surviving are other relatives and many friends.
Dave was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Ed and Stephanie Penkala; 
his maternal grandmother, Catherine Kaczmarek and his father-in-law, Robert W. 
Cohen.
Relatives and friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Tuesday from 3 p.m. 
to the time of service at 6 p.m.
Memorials to Christopher Penkala Educational Fund.
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc is serving the family.
I am home in heaven, dear ones;
Oh so happy and so bright!
There is perfect joy and beauty
In this everlasting light.
Herald Times Reporter, October 24, 1999 P. A2


FLORENCE A. PENTONY

Florence A. Pentony, age 95, formerly of 1233 S. 16th St., a current resident 
of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, died Thursday morning, March 20, 1997, at Holy 
Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Private Family Graveside Services were held on Friday, March 21, 1997.
She was born June 5, 1901, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and Mary 
Dornesky Pentony. Florence graduated from Manitowoc High School with the class 
of 1919. She had been employed at the Taxation Department of the State of 
Wisconsin and also Manitowoc County Department of Social Services.
Survivors include a cousin, Marian Sorge, Manitowoc; and special caring friends, 
Elaine Schuetze, Manitowoc, John Schuetze, Mundelein Seminary, Mundelein, Ill.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 21, 1997 P. A2
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[single/bur. on Mrs. Mary Pentony lot]


JOHN PENTONY

J. PENTONY, 60, DIES AFTER 3 DAYS' ILLNESS
After but a three days' illness, John T. Pentony, 1233 South 
Sixteenth Street for the past seven years, janitor at the National 
bank, passed away this morning at the home. His sudden death proved 
a shock to his wife and a daughter. The deceased was 60 years of 
age, having been born in New York City in 1870. He came west twenty-
eight years ago. He was married here to Miss Mary Dorn who survives 
him together with one daughter, Florence. For years, he was employed 
at the ship yards before being employed at the National Bank. Funeral 
arrangements have not been completed but will be announced tomorrow.
Manitowoc Herald News, Feb. 24, 1930 page 2
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[bur. 2-27-1930/age 60 yrs/cause: cerebral hemorrhage/
bur. on Mrs. Mary Pentony lot]


MARY PENTONY

Mrs. Mary M. Pentony, 91, of 1233 S. 16th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she was a patient two weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Donald T. Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pentony, the former Mary M. Dornsky, was born April 28, 1876, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Mueller Dornsky, and married John J. Pentony 
June 12, 1900, at Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death Feb. 24, 1930.
Survivors are a daughter, Miss Florence, and a niece, Mrs. Rolland Sorge, of 
Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home this Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 1, 1967 P.3
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[widow of John Pentony]
(Note: I have an obit for a Joseph Dornsky in cemetery X.)
(Note: Her stone reads 1875.)


ARTHUR PENTZIEN

Young Man Drowned Hunting From Boat
Arthur Pentzien of Manitowoc, Victim - Fell Out of Skiff - Leaves Wife and Child
Manitowoc - Arthur Pentzien, a well known young man of this city, lost his life 
at Long Lake Sunday hunting. Pentzien fell from a boat in which he was on the 
lake with a companion and could not be saved. He was 25 years old and leaves a 
bride of less than a year and a child of a few weeks. Pentzien is a son of A. 
Pentzien and the second boy of the family, a brother having been killed by a 
falling tree in the northern woods.
Janesville Daily Gazette, Monday, Sept. 2, 1912 page 1
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FALLS FROM BOAT, CAUGHT IN MUD, DROWNS
Arthur Pentzien of This City Loses Life at Collins, Sunday
SECOND TRAGIC DEATH IN FAMILY
Thrown from his boat by the recoil of a gun which he had just discharged while 
hunting in a skiff on the river four miles west of Collins, Sunday, Arthur 
Pentzien, a well known young man of this city, lost his life by drowning in less 
than three feet of water. Pentzien's body was mired in the mud in the bottom of 
the river and he was held prisoner as death overcame him. A bruise above the eye 
suggests the theory that the unfortunate youth may have struck the end of the boat 
as he was thrown overboard or been hit by the heavy gun and partially stunned and 
was unable to help himself. Edward Thompson, an uncle of the dead youth witnessed 
the accident but could not render aid being too far away. Mr. Thompson, with others, 
on the river it was forty minutes later before the body of the dead boy was taken 
from the river. The body was brought to this city Sunday afternoon.
Mr. Pentzien left the city Saturday morning to spend a few days hunting in vicinity 
of Brillion and Collins and the fatal accident happened between 8 and 9 o'clock 
Sunday morning, a short time after the party had reached the hunting grounds. 
Messages were received in this city shortly before noon Sunday conveying the sad 
news and Henry Pentzien, father of the boy and Halver Nelson, his father-in-law with 
Joseph Wattawa of the Urbanek and Wattawa co., immediately left for the scene to take 
charge of the body.
Mr. Pentzien was 23 years of age and was employed by the Worel, Zeman and Stangel Co. 
He was married a year ago to Miss Nelson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Halver Nelson and 
besides his bride who is widowed before the honeymoon ended, is survived by a baby 
daughter, four weeks old. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Pentzien, So. 15th St., 
three brothers, August, Louis and Irwin and two sisters, Mrs. Anna Schroeder and Miss 
Edna Pentzien also survive.
Funeral services were held from the home of Halver Nelson, Washington St., at 1:30 
this afternoon to St. Paul's Norwegian Lutheran church, the burial being under the 
auspices of the Modern Woodmen of which order the decedent was a member. Pallbearers 
were H. Halverson W. Klein, C. Haase, Henry Meisner, Walter Kazda and Charles Johnson.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sat., Sept. 3, 1912
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[cause: accidental drowning]
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YOUNG COUPLE WED
Miss Christine Nelson Claimed as Bride of Arthur Pentzien
Solemnized at 11 o'clock this morning a pretty home wedding joined Miss Christine 
Nelson and Arthur Penzien as man and wife. Rev. O. Espeseth officiated at the 
ceremony, Lewis Penzien and Miss Eva Nelson attending the bridal couple. The bride 
is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Halver Nelson, N. 7th Street and is a young lady whose 
womanly graces have won her a host of friends. Mr. Penzien is an employe of the 
Worel, Zeman, Stangel Hdwe Co., a capable and industrious young man. Mr. and Mrs. 
Penzien will be at home July 19 on N. Seventh St.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., July 6, 1910 


AUGUST PENTZIEN

August Pentzien, 58, died at his home, 1215 Huron street, at 8:45 o'clock 
Friday night. A carpenter by trade, illness prevented Mr. Pentzien from 
following this line of work for a number of years.
He was born July 10, 1880 in Carlton, Kewaunee county, and came to Manitowoc 
at the age of 18. He remained here for the rest of his life. He married Mary 
Fliegel March 10, 1904. The survivors are the widow, two daughters, Mrs. 
James Hoff of Genesceo, Ill., and Doris, at home; one son, William, Chicago; 
two brothers, Louis, Omaha, Neb., and Erwin, Oak Park, Ill.; one sister, Mrs. 
Walter Erdmann, city; and two grandchildren.
Mr. Pentzien was a member of the Modern Woodman lodge.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Wattawa, Urbanek & Schlei 
Funeral home with the Rev. C.H. Phipps of the First Presbyterian church in 
charge. Burial will be in Evergreen.
The body will be at the Wattawa, Urbanek & Schlei Funeral home which will be 
open from 1 p.m. Sunday until the hour of the funeral. The casket will not be 
opened.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 3, 1938 P.4
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[cause: carcinoma face carcinoma throat/bur. on Mrs. Mary G. Pentzien lot]


MARY PENTZIEN

Mrs. August Pentzien, 85, of 722 N. 9th St. Manitowoc, died Thursday 
morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pentzien, nee Mary Flegel, was born June 28, 1884, in Town of West 
Kewaunee, daughter of the late Jacob and Mary Dedina Flegel. She was 
married to August Pentzien, March 10, 1905, at Manitowoc. Her husband 
preceded her in death in 1938.
Survivors include a son, William, of Elgin, Ill.; two daughters, Mrs. 
Caroline Haff, of Geneseo, Ill., and Mrs. Doris Hall, of Benichia, 
Calif.; a brother-in-law and a sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Erdman, 
of Manitowoc; five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday. 
The casket will remain closed.
Memorials may be made by choice of donor.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 26, 1970
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[d. 03-26-1970/age 85 yrs./widow of August Pentzien]
(28 Jun 1884/Mar 1970/SSDI)