ANTOINETTE JOSEPHINE PLACE

Antoinette M. Place, age 85, a Manitowoc resident, died Sunday evening, July 13, 
2003, at Laurel Grove, Manitowoc. 
Toni's family is inviting relatives and friends to a memorial visitation that 
will take place at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, 
on Thursday, July 17, 2003, from 2 until 3:30 p.m. Cremation has occurred with 
burial of the cremated remains at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, at a later 
date. 
She was born June 29, 1918, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Lester and Martha 
Skarda Maresh. Following graduation from Lincoln High School in 1936, she 
graduated from Manitowoc Business College. On April 13, 1946, she married 
James O'Dell Place. He preceded her in death Dec. 2, 1977. Toni was a columnist 
for many years writing a weekly cooking column for the Lakeshore Chronicle and 
a monthly column in the Senior Action News called Toni's Cooking Corner. Along 
with a lifelong love of cooking, Toni also authored two cookbooks. 
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law: Michael and Helen Place, Manitowoc; 
a daughter: Cynthia Place, Littleton, Colo.; two grandchildren: Kate Carman and 
her husband, Paul, Denver, Colo.; Sarah Warner and her husband, Curt, Littleton, 
Colo.; two great-grandchildren: Hannah Warner and Max Carman; two brothers and 
a sister-in-law: Lester and Joanne Maresh, Milwaukee; James Maresh, Oregon; and 
a sister and brother-in-law: Marion and Nubs Graczyk, Manitowoc. Also surviving 
are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death 
by an infant daughter: Barbara Ann; an infant granddaughter: Trista Ann; sister-
in-law: Loie Maresh; sister-in-law and spouse: Florence and Albert Vits Jr.; 
brother-in-law and spouse: Ira and Gerda Place; and a brother-in-law and spouse: 
Maurice and Betty Place. 
Memorials may be made to the Lakeshore Humane Society, Visiting Nurse Association 
of Wisconsin Hospice and Laurel Grove Assisted Living Center. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements. 
The family wishes to thank the staff of Laurel Grove, the Visiting Nurse Hospice 
staff, Helping Hands, Inc. and Holy Family Home Care for their dedicated care 
of Toni.
Herald Times Reporter, July 2003


BARBARA ANN PLACE

Barbara Ann Place, one-week-old twin daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James O. 
Place of 1317 South Ninth street, died Saturday evening at Holy Family 
hospital.
Funeral services were held at 3 o'clock this afternoon at the Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. Carl Hagen officiating. Burial was 
in Evergreen cemetery.
The infant is survived by her parents; a twin sister, (private); and 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lester F. Maresh of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday January 27, 1947 P.2
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[d. 01-25-1947/bur. on James O. Place lot]


JAMES O. PLACE

James O'Dell Place, 63, of 1514 Kuhl St., Manitowoc, died Friday evening in 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be private.
Mr. Place was born Feb. 14, 1914 in Walkerton, Ind., son of the late Ira and 
Leila Leslie Place. As a small child he moved with his parents to South Bend, 
Ind., where he attended schools. He was a World War II veteran, serving in the 
U.S. Army in the Philippines and Okinawa. He entered the service March 4, 1942, 
and was discharged in October 1945. He married Antoinette (Toni) Maresh April 13, 
1946 in Manitowoc. Following his military service he returned to Manitowoc and 
resumed his career at Mirro Aluminum Co. where he became sales manager of the 
chain store sales department. He was employed with Mirro Aluminum Co. for 45 
years.
Survivors include his wife, a son, Michael James of Manitowoc; a daughter, 
Cynthia Leslie Innes of Hitchin, Hertfordshire, England; a sister, Mrs. Albert J. 
Vits Jr., of Beverly Hills, Calif., and two granddaughters, Kate and Sarah Innes 
of Hitchin, Hertfordshire. An infant daughter, Barbara and two brothers preceded 
him in death.
At the request of Mr. Place, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society.
Herald Times Reporter, December 3, 1977 P. 3
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[cremains]


TRISTA ANN PLACE

Private family memorial services for Trista Ann Place, infant daughter of 
Michael and Helen Bugler Place, of Manitowoc, who died Wednesday, March 13, 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Jens Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Glen Siferd will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Survivors include her parents; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Bugler 
of Manitowoc; paternal grandparent, Mrs. James O. Place of Manitowoc; great 
grandparents, Mrs. Evin Bugler of Two Rivers, Mrs. Roland Raatz of Two Rivers 
and Mr. Lester Maresh Sr. of Manitowoc.
There will be no visitation at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc.
Herald Times Reporter, March 15, 1985 P. 3
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[stillborn/cremains]


ANNA D. PLANTICO

Mrs. Chester A. Plantico, 70, of 1123 S. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died Sunday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a month’s illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Plantico, nee Anna Gentsch, was born April 21, 1897, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Frank and Anna Lodel Gentsch, attended area schools and was a 
graduate of Manitowoc Business College. She was married to Chester Plantico 
Nov. 11, 1923. She was a member of the Ladies Aid Society of the church. Her 
husband preceded her in death Jan. 27, 1952.
Surviving are two sons, (private); two brothers, Felix of Manitowoc and Max of 
Glassboro, N.J.; three sisters, Mrs. Alice Melendy of Waukesha, Mrs. Herman 
Staeding of Milwaukee and Mrs. George Burger, of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 12:30 p.m. 
Tuesday when the body will be moved to the church where it will lie in state 
until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 26, 1967  P. 8 
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Funeral services for Mrs. Chester A. Plantico, 70, the former Anna 
Jentsch, of 1123 S. Seventh St., Manitowoc, who died Sunday were at 
2 pm Tuesday at First Reformed United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiated and burial was in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Pallbearers were Lester Stauss, Paul Zeckel, 
Robert Niquette, Gerald Hansen, Milton Hackbarth and Arthur 
Luchterhand.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, June 27, 1967 p. M-13
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[d. 06-25-1967/age 70 yrs./widow of Chester A. Plantico]


BERTHA H. PLANTICO

Mrs. Bertha Plantico, 92, of 1011 Washington St., Manitowoc, wife of the late 
Charles Plantico Sr., pioneer Manitowoc merchant, died Monday afternoon at the 
Shady Lane Home, where she had resided the past 18 months.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the First Reformed Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. A. C. Fischer will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Plantico, nee Bertha Kriesen, was born in Germany in 1861 and came to this 
country at the age of 19 years. She was married to Mr. Plantico in Newton in 
1883.
Her husband was one of the oldest harness makers in Manitowoc, operating a business 
on Washington Street founded in 1881. He retired in 1930. Mr. Plantico died in 1937. 
Survivors are five daughters, Mrs. Henry Euier of Chicago and Mrs. R. V. Zechel, 
Mrs. Cyril Niquette, Mrs. George Clark and Mrs. Albert Schneider of Manitowoc; four 
sons, Charles, Hugo and Victor of Manitowoc and Reuben of Two Rivers; 20 grand-
children and 25 great grandchildren. Three sons preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 p.m. Wednesday. 
The casket will be moved to the church at 10:30 a.m. Thursday where the body will 
lie in state until hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 31, 1953  P. 13
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[d. 03-30-1953/age 91 yrs./bur. on Charles Plantico lot]


CHARLES C. PLANTICO   (d. 1937)

Charles C. Plantico, Sr., 79, veteran harnessmaker, whose shop on 
Washington street was for many years unofficial Republican headquarters, 
died at 6:20 this morning at Holy Family hospital. He was ill with heart 
disease for two weeks.
Born in Germany June 1, 1858, he came to Manitowoc with his parents in 
1864 and spent the rest of his life here. After serving his apprenticeship 
under Herman Guttmann, Sr., in the harnes making trade, he formed a 
partnership with Herman Reetz in the harness and leather goods business in 
1881. The association continured for 43 years up to the time of Mr. Reetz' 
death.
Mr. Plantico conducted the business for 10 years after Mr. Reetz death and 
retired about 10 years ago. He resided at 1011 Washington street.
Although he never held public office, he was intensely interested in politics 
and was a staunch Republican. He was a member of the old Third Ward society.
Two years ago on the Fourth of July Mr. and Mrs. Plantico, she was formerly 
Miss Bertha Kreisen, observed their golden wedding anniversary. Both Mr. and 
Mrs. Plantico  ?????? survives of Paomeranina, Germany.
Survivors are the widow, five daughters, Mrs. Henry Eueler, Chicago, Mrs. 
Reinhardt Zeckel, Mrs. George Clark and Mrs. Albert Schneider, all of 
Manitowoc, and Mrs. Cyril Niquette, Two Rivers; six sons, Charles H., Hugo, 
Chester, Victor and Earl, all of this city, and Reuben, Two Rivers; one 
sister, Mr. Augusta Reetz, Evansville, Ind., 21 grandchildren and four great 
grandchilren. One son, Herbert, preceded him in death.
The body will lie in state at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from Sunday morning 
at 10 o'clock until Monday at 11 a.m. when it will be moved to the First 
Reformed church. The services will take place from the church Monday at 
2 p.m. with the Rev. Gilbert Wernecke officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 11, 1937 P.4
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Plantico Services Held This Afternoon
Funeral services were held this afternoon for Charles C. Plantico, Sr., one of 
the city's oldest harnessmakers, who died Saturday. Services were conducted at 
2 o'clock by the Rev. Gilbert Wernecke, pastor of the First Reformed church, 
with burial at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 13, 1937
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[bur. 12-13-1937/age 79 yrs./cause: senility carcinoma of stomach]


CHARLES H. PLANTICO   (d. 1973)

Charles Plantico, 86, of 1210 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Donald T. Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Plantico was born Sept. 5, 1886, at Manitowoc, son of the late Charles 
and Bertha Kriesen Plantico. He attended Manitowoc schools. He married Emma 
Sachse Nov. 27, 1913, at Plymouth, returning to Manitowoc to reside. He was 
city building, electrical and plumbing inspector for many years, retiring 
in 1950.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Five brothers and three sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday 
until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. February 9, 1973
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[d. 02-09-1973/age 86 yrs./bur. on Ed Sachse lot]
(05 Sep 1886/Feb 1973/SSDI)
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MANITOWOC COUPLE WED AT PLYMOUTH
Miss Emma Sachse is Thanksgiving Bride on Birthday
WEDS CHAS PLANTICO, TO MAKE HOME HERE
A Thanksgiving bride, Miss Emma Sachse, a Manitowoc girl, was wedded at Plymouth 
yesterday, on her birthday, to Charles Plantico, also of this city, the ceremony 
being performed at the home of Gustave Rienke, a relative, in the presence of a 
party of relatives and friends. Announcement of the marriage was a surprise to 
friends here.
Miss Eleanor Lindow and Arthur Piepkorn, of Elkhart, were attendants at the 
ceremony which was followed by a wedding breakfast and reception, after which Mr. 
and Mrs. Plantico departed for a honeymoon trip which will include stops at Chicago, 
Milwaukee and St. Paul. They will return here early next month to take up their 
home on South Fifteenth street.
Both contracting parties are well known and the wedding is the culmination of 
friendship of school days when both were students at the old West Side High. Mr. 
Plantico is employed as a plumber at the Kerscher company.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, November 28, 1913 P.7


CHESTER A. PLANTICO    (d. 1952)

Heart Attack is Fatal to Plantico
Ald. Chester A. Plantico, 53, of 1123 South Seventh St., completing his 16th year 
as a member of the City Council, was stricken with a heart attack late Sunday 
afternoon while walking on South Eighth Street near the Courthouse. Rushed to the 
Holy Family Hospital in an ambulance he was pronounced dead on entrance.
Alderman Plantico had not been ill. He attended the last regular meeting of the 
City Council Monday night and had filed his nomination papers for a new two year 
term as First Ward alderman at the March primaries.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Wednesday at the First Reformed Church. In 
the absence of the Rev. A. C. Fischer, the Rev. Richard Schmitz will officiate. The 
latter will be assisted by Calvin Fischer, son of the pastor. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Plantico was born in Manitowoc in 1899, the son of the Mr. and Mrs. Charles 
Plantico. He was graduated from high school and entered his father's harness shop 
on Washington Street. Later he operated the business and when the harness department 
was closed out, operated a shoe store in the same location. In 1925 he married Miss 
Anna Jentsch.
Alderman Plantico was first named to the City Council in 1932 and served 16 of the 
following 20 years as one of the First Ward aldermen. Defeated in 1949 for a new term, 
he came back the next year to win a new two year term. He was chairman of the Fire 
Department committee of the council. He had been employed in recent years as a chemist 
at the Manitowoc Equipment Works. Mr. Plantico was a member of the Manitowoc aerie of 
Eagles.
Survivors are his wife; two sons, Chester Jr., of this city and Roger of Milledgeville, 
Ill.; mother, Mrs. Charles Plantico of this city; four brothers, Charles Jr., Hugo and 
Victor of Manitowoc and Reuben of Two Rivers; five sisters, Mrs. Reinhold Zeckel, Mrs. 
George Clark, Mrs. Albert Schneider and Mrs. Cyril Niquette of this city and Mrs. Hugo 
Euler of Chicago. 
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home after Tuesday noon. The casket 
will be moved to the church at 10 am Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Jan. 28, 1952 page 2
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[bur. 01-30-1952/age 52 yrs.]


CHESTER C. PLANTICO    (d. 1995)

Chester C. Plantico, age 64, of 1123A Seventh St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, 
March 28, 1995, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 1, 1995, at First 
Reformed United Church of Christ. Rev. Stephen Schuette will officiate with 
burial at Evergreen Cemetery. Military Graveside Rites will be accorded by 
Amvets Post #99, Manitowoc.
Chester was born March 17, 1931, in Manitowoc, son of the late Chester and 
Anna Jentsch Plantico. He attended school in Manitowoc and graduated from 
Lincoln High School in 1949. He attended Manitowoc Teacher's College and the 
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. He was in the armed forces during the Korean 
Conflict, as a corporal, serving from October 15, 1952 until September 27, 
1954. Following which he then taught elementary school in Portage and 
Ashwaubenon. Later he was a nurse's assistant at Manitowoc Health Care Center 
and Shady Lane.
Survivors include one brother and sister-in-law, Roger and Lynne Plantico, 
Kewaunee; other relatives and many friends.
Friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5-8 p.m. Friday, 
March 31, 1995, and from Noon Saturday until the time of service at the church.
A memorial has been established in his name.
Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with the funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 30, 1995 P. A2
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[single/bur. on Mrs. Anna D. Plantico lot]


DONALD L. PLANTICO

Donald L. Plantico, 61, of 1514 Well St., Chicago, died Friday at Chicago.
Memorial Services will be at 7 o’clock this Monday evening at Ewald Funeral 
Home, Chicago, with interment at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Plantico was the son of the late Hugo and Helen Plantico of Manitowoc. 
He was graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc with the Class of 1932. 
He also attended Embalmers School in Illinois and spent four years in the 
U.S. Army Medical Corp and was a recipient of the purple heart award. After 
World War II, he became a partner in the Atlas Elevator Co. at Chicago and 
at the time of his death was an elevator inspector for the City of Chicago.
Survivors include a brother, Kenneth, of California, and a sister, Mrs. 
Richard (Doris) Beaton, of Manitowoc.
Herald Times Reporter, May 5, 1975  P. 18 
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[d. at Chicago IL/age 61 yrs./cremains/bur. on Helen Plantico lot]


EARL THEODORE PLANTICO

Earl Theodore Plantico, 37, of 940 South Seventh street, well known Washington 
street merchant, died late yesterday at the Holy Family hospital, where he has 
been a patient the past week.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Pfeffer funeral home, 
the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Pantico was born in this city in 1902, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles 
Plantico, Sr. After completing his schooling he entered business with his father 
in the leather goods store and harness shop on Washington street. At the death of 
his father in 1937 he took charge of the business.
Mr. Plantico married Miss Viola Cavanaugh of this city in 1921. He was a member 
of the Knights of Pythias. 
Survivors are the widow; five brothers, Alderman Chester Plantico, Building Inspec-
tor Charles Plantico, Hugo, and Victor, all of this city, Rueben, Two Rivers; 
five sisters, Mrs. Charles Euler, Chicago, Mrs. Cyril Niquette, Two Rivers, Mrs. 
Reinhardt Zerkel, Mrs. George Clark, and Mrs. Albert Schneider, all of this city.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from this evening on.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 16, 1939  P. 2
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[d. 02-15-1939/age 37 yrs./cause: complete bowel obstruction/
bur. on Viola Plantico lot]
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(Earl Theo. Plantico/d. Feb. 15, 1939 age 36 yrs. 3 mo. 3 da./from burial records
of St. John's United Church of Christ)


EMMA PLANTICO

Mrs. Emma Plantico, 92, of Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning, March 9, 
at Family Heritage Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Jens Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. David Passet will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Plantico, nee Emma Sachse, was born Nov. 27, 1889, at Brillion, 
daughter of the late Edward and Anna Dieckoff Sachse. She was married 
to Charles Plantico Nov. 27, 1913, at Plymouth, the couple moving to 
Manitowoc to reside. He preceded her in death in 1973.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Wilma and Milton Schultz
of Reedsville; a sister, Mrs. Marshall Long of Route 1, Valders, three 
grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home from 9 a.m. Thursday until the 
time of services. There will be no Wednesday evening visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Wednesday, March 10, 1982
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
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[d. 9 Mar 1982/age 92 yrs/widow of Charles Plantico/bur. on Ed Sachse lot]
(Nov 27, 1889/Mar 1982/SSDI) 


FREDERICK C. PLANTICO

Frederick C. Plantico, age 66, a resident of the Fond du Lac Health Care Center, 
died Wednesday, September 8, 1999, at the Fond du Lac Health Care Center.
Graveside Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 11, 1999, at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Rev. Robert Meyer will officiate.
Mr. Plantico was born September 11, 1932 at Kewaunee, son of the late Victor 
and Lolieta Dishmaker Plantico. He attended local schools in the past. Fred had 
worked for Tecumseh Small Engines in New Holstein.
Survivors include one brother and sister-in-law, Victor and Shirley Plantico, 
Wauwatosa, Wis. Other relatives and friends survive.
Jens Family Funeral Services, Manitowoc is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, September 10, 1999  P. A2
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[Frederick C. Plantico/d. 9-8-1999/age 66 yrs.]
(11 Sep 1932/08 Sep 1999/SSDI)


HELEN PLANTICO

Mrs. Hugo Plantico, 70, of 405 Cleveland Ave. Manitowoc, died Saturday night 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been confined the past two 
weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. James Episcopal Church, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. William Harvey officiating. Interment will be in the 
church cemetery.
Mrs. Plantico was born Helen A. (Nell) Pankratz July 15, 1889, at Francis Creek, 
daughter of the late Ignatz and Dora Eatough Pankratz. She attended Manitowoc 
public schools and was graduated from Manitowoc County Teachers College June 25, 
1908(?). Following graduation she taught at Maribel and other county schools. 
She was a life member of St. James Episcopal Church and past president of the 
church St. Face Guild. She was also a member of the Homemakers Club.
Survivors include the husband, two sons, Donald of Chicago, and Kenneth of Santa 
Anna, Calif.; a daughter, Mrs. Richard Beaton of Manitowoc; and three sisters, 
Mrs. Marion Robbins of Madison, Mrs. Flora Wuellner of St. Paul, Minn., and Mrs. 
Mabel Riek of Rawson, N.D. She was preceded in death by a brother and sister. 
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Memorials may be sent to St. 
James Episcopal Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 14, 1959
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[d. 12-12-1959/age 70 yrs./wife of Hugo W. Plantico/bur. on Bertha Rupp lot]
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WED SATURDAY, KEPT SECRET
Miss Pankratz and Hugo Plantico Secretly Married
Other than immediate relatives of the bride and groom and the minister who 
officiated at the wedding, no one but a lone reporter of the Herald was aware 
of the marriage of Miss Nellie Pankratz and Hugo Plantico, well known young 
people of the city, who were wedding Saturday night at the St. James Church 
by the Rev. John Oliphant. This news will be a surprise to young people about 
town.
The wedding was kept a secret from all except the two families and although it 
was a ceremony wedding, the parties were almost successful in their plans of 
keeping the news for at least several days. The couple was unattended.
Miss Pankratz is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ignatz Pankratz and is well known 
among the young people of the city. She attended the north side schools and 
business college and recently accepted a position with the O. Torrison Co. Mr. 
Plantico is employed at the Kunz and Bleser Co. and is one of the city's best 
known young men. Mr. and Mrs. Plantico will reside on the Southside.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sept. 6, 1911


HUGO PLANTICO

Hugo W. Plantico, 73, formerly of 405 Cleveland Ave., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
at Manitowoc County Hospital.
Mr. Plantico was born Aug. 11, 1889, at Manitowoc, son of the late Charles and 
Bertha Kriesen Plantico, Sr., and attended schools at Manitowoc. He married 
Helen Pankratz Sept, 5, 1910, at Manitowoc.  She preceded him in death. He was 
employed at Rahr Malting Co., and Chicago North Western Railroad and was a 
bridge tender at Eighth Street bridge from 1940 until his retirement in 1955. He 
was a member of his church, of Eagles Aerie 706 and the Manitowoc Sea Gulls.
Among survivors are two sons, Donald of Chicago and Kenneth of Santa Ana, Calif., 
a daughter, Mrs. Richard Beaton of Manitowoc; two brothers, Charles of Manitowoc 
and Reuben Sr., of Two Rivers; four sisters, Mrs. Albert Schneider, Mrs. Reinhart 
Zechel, Mrs. George Clark and Mrs. Cyril Niquette of Manitowoc; and a grandchild.
Four brothers and a sister preceded him in death.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 14, 1963
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[d. 01-12-1963/age 73 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Bertha Rupp lot]
(11 Aug 1889/Jan 1963/SSDI)
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WED SATURDAY, KEPT SECRET
Miss Pankratz and Hugo Plantico Secretly Married
Other than immediate relatives of the bride and groom and the minister who 
officiated at the wedding, no one but a lone reporter of the Herald was aware 
of the marriage of Miss Nellie Pankratz and Hugo Plantico, well known young 
people of the city, who were wedding Saturday night at the St. James Church 
by the Rev. John Oliphant. This news will be a surprise to young people about 
town.
The wedding was kept a secret from all except the two families and although it 
was a ceremony wedding, the parties were almost successful in their plans of 
keeping the news for at least several days. The couple was unattended.
Miss Pankratz is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ignatz Pankratz and is well known 
among the young people of the city. She attended the north side schools and 
business college and recently accepted a position with the O. Torrison Co. Mr. 
Plantico is employed at the Kunz and Bleser Co. and is one of the city's best 
known young men. Mr. and Mrs. Plantico will reside on the Southside.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sept. 6, 1911


LOLIETA M. PLANTICO

Mrs. Victor Plantico, 65, of 1312 Reed Ave., Manitowoc, died Sunday evening at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Plantico, nee Lolieta Dana, was born Sept. 1, 1902, at Kewaunee, daughter of 
the late Fred and Mary Dishmaker Dana. She attended Kewaunee Schools and was 
married to Mr. Plantico July 17, 1924, at Marquette, Wis. The couple came to 
Manitowoc in 1932 and Mr. Plantico preceded her in death in 1959. Mrs. Plantico 
was past president of the American Legion Auxiliary.
Survivors include two sons, Victor, of West Allis and Fred, of Manitowoc; a 
sister, Mrs. Walter Marquette, of Green Bay; a brother, Dewey, of Kewaunee, and 
two granddaughters. A brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 5 o'clock this Tuesday evening until 
the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 2, 1968  P. M11
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[d. 12-31-1967/age 65 yrs/widow of Victor D. Plantico] 


LYNNE M. PLANTICO

Lynne M. Plantico, age 66, of 1313 Vliet St., Kewaunee, died Saturday, October 11, 
1997, at Bellin Memorial Hospital.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 14, 1997, at Community 
Cong. Church. Rev. Joe Baker will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
She was born October 29, 1930, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Martin and Eugenia 
(Kolensky) Stenson. She graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School in 1948. She 
received a B.S. degree in elementary education from the University of Wisconsin-
Oshkosh in 1952, and her M.S. in education from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 
in 1959. She completed Post-Master work at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. 
Lynne was kindergarten teacher in the Core Area schools of the Milwaukee Schools for 
a period of 37 years retiring in 1989. She married Roger Plantico on October 28, 1967, 
at Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, Roger, long time Superintendent of Schools at Kewaunee.
Friends may call after 4 p.m. on Monday (TONIGHT) at Buchanan Funeral Home, 1425 Ellis 
Street, Kewaunee.
Memorials may be made to Kewaunee Area Scholarships, Inc.
The Buchanan Funeral Home, Kewaunee, assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, October 13, 1997 P. A2


ROGER F. PLANTICO

Roger F. Plantico, age 75, of 1313 Vliet St., Kewaunee, died Thursday, March 11, 
2004 at Bellin Memorial Hospital. 
He was born May 10, 1928 at Manitowoc, Wis., to the late Chester A. and Anna (Lodl) 
Plantico. Roger graduated from Manitowoc High School in 1946 as Valedictorian, he 
then graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Madison with a Master of Arts 
degree in 1951. From 1951 to 1952 he taught school at Milledgeville, Ill. In 1952, 
he was hired by the Kewaunee School district as a social science teacher, in 1955 
he was appointed Kewaunee High School Principal, a position which he held for one 
year, after which he was appointed Superintendent of Schools, a position he held 
until his retirement in 1991. Mr. Plantico was very visible in the local community, 
his efforts have enriched the Kewaunee Rotary Club, Kewaunee Area Scholarships, 
FFA, Booster Club, Kewaunee Library, and Kewaunee Lions Club, to name a few. Until 
the time of his death, Roger was a strong supporter of education both financially 
and personally. In his leisure time Roger enjoyed gardening and fishing. He married 
Lynne Stenson Oct. 28, 1967 and she preceded him in death Oct. 11, 1997. 
Survivors include cousins, a special friend, Karen, many friends and neighbors. 
He was preceded in death by one brother, Chester C. Plantico. 
Friends may call after noon Sunday, March 14 at Community Congregational Church 
until the time of services. Funeral services at 2 p.m. Sunday at the church, with 
Rev. Robert Warmouth officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 2004


VICTOR D. PLANTICO

Victor Plantico, Owner of Firm, Dies at Hospital
MANITOWOC—Victor D. Plantico, 59, of 1312 Reed Ave., owner and president of 
Plantico Fuel Co., died Sunday morning of a lingering illness. He had been a 
patient at Veterans Hospital, Wood, Wis., since June.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Jens Funeral Home. The Rev. 
Richard Schmitz will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. 
Members of the Drews-Blesser Post No. 88 of the American Legion will conduct 
graveside ceremonies.
Mr. Plantico was born Aug. 13(?), 1899, in this city, son of the late Charles 
and Bertha Kreisen Plantico. He attended city schools and served in the U.S. 
Navy during World War I. After his discharge he was Wisconsin representative 
for the Bucher and Gibbs Plow Co. of Canton, Ohio, for several years, beginning 
in 1920.
He married the former Lolieta Dana of Kewaunee at Marquette, Mich., July 17, 1924, 
and the couple settled at Manitowoc where Mr. Plantico then became division manager 
of Gleanor Combine Co. of Independence, Mo.
In 1938, he entered the coal and fuel business as owner and president of Plantico 
Fuel Co. and he served in that capacity until his death The firm first had offices 
at Seventh and Washington streets and later built an office on Spring Street 
adjacent to the coal yards.
An ardent sportsman, Mr. Plantico did a great deal of hunting and fishing and 
subsequently bent his inventive talents toward items used by sportsmen. He patented 
and began manufacturing a car top boat carrier which also served as support for a 
car lent? and a combination luggage carrier, ski carrier, or fishpole carrier; a 
new type clamp for live bags or for lanterns used on a boat; an anchor which folded 
for easy storage; rod holders and a number of other nationally advertised items.
He was a member of the First Reformed Church, Drews-Bleser Post of the American Legion, 
Manitowoc County Fish and Game Protective Assn. and was active in promotion of outdoor 
sports activities. 
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Victor Jr., and Fred of the city; four sisters, 
Mrs. Reinhart Zachel, Mrs. George Clark, Mrs. Albert Schneider and Mrs. Cyril Niquette 
of the city; three brothers, Charles and Hugo of the city and Rueben of Two Rivers and 
a grandchild. A sister and three brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 3, 1959  P. 2
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[d. 08-02-1959 at VA Hosp. Wood WI/age 59 yrs.]


ARTHUR G. PLANTIKOW
I'm not sure if this is the right person, but the dates match this entry.

DEATH CERTIFICATE: v.3 p.154 doc.176
NAME: Arthur G. Plantikow
COLOR/ SEX:  White / male
FATHER:  Carl Plantikow
MOTHER:  Bertha Plantikow
BIRTHPLACE OF DECEASED:  Manitowoc, WI
BIRTHDATE:  April 14, 1884
DEATH DATE:  Dec.15, 1884
CAUSE OF DEATH:  Diphtheria
PLACE OF DEATH:  Manitowoc, WI
PHYSICIAN: Rev. L.R.P. Pieper of Manitowoc, WI
DATE OF REGISTRATION:  Dec 31, 1884


ALIDA HOSKINSON PLATT

Mrs. Platt Dies Early Sunday of A Heart Ailment
Mrs. Edward Marcellus Platt, 70, wife of the president of the Paragon
Electric Company, and active for years in church, club, social and
the literary life of Manitowoc, died early Sunday morning of a heart
ailment at the Holy Family hospital.
She was removed to the hospital from the residence, 507 North Eighth
street, only a few hours before her death.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. from the St. James
Episcopal church, of which Mrs. Platt was a member for many years and 
in whose circles and societies she was an active worker. The Rev. F.C.
St. Clair will officiate and interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Born in Green Bay
Mrs. Platt was born in Green Bay in 1873, the daughter of George
Elmore and Caroline King Hoskinson. She was one of five sisters, the
others being Mrs. Falkland MacKinnon and Mrs. Marion Ramsey of 
Wisconsin Rapids, Mrs. Allen Mitten of Seattle and Mrs. Venning D.
Simons of Chicago.
She was married to Edward M. Platt at Wisconsin Rapids in 1894 and
since then the Platts have spent most of their lives in Manitowoc and
Chicago.
Mrs. Platt soon after coming to this city became active in church and
club circles. In addition to her church membership she was president
for several years of St. Faiths guild and also headed the Clio club
and was one of the founders and an early president of the Monday Music
Club.
Her other affiliations included the PEO Sisterhood, Federation of Womens
clubs, North Side Relief society, Daughters of the American Revolution
and the Colonial Dames of America
Survivors are the widower; two daughters, Mrs. James Baird Jacob of 
city and Mrs. William Colman Leff of New York city; two sons, Edward
Vilas Platt of Chicago, and George J. Platt of this city; and six
grandchildren.
The body will lie in state at the Platt home on North Eighth street
until Tuesday morning when it will be moved to the St. James church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 28, 1944  p.2
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[Alida Mrs. Hackinson/d. 02-27-1944/age 70 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis/
wife of E.M. Platt/bur. on J.E. Platt lot]
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From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-Five Years Ago - (1895)
Mr. E. M. Platt of this city and Miss Alida K. Livingston(sic) of 
Centralia were married at the latter place October 16. Mr. Platt 
is one of the best products of the city of Manitowoc. He has force 
of character, industry, business ability. Though yet a young man, 
there is no person in the city whose counsel in business or public 
affairs is better than his. In addition, he is a royal good fellow, 
without a spark of hypocrisy or deception in him. His bride will be 
cordially welcomed to Manitowoc where a pleasant home awaits her.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 14, 1920


DORCAS CAMERON PLATT

Dorcus C. Platt(sic), died March 17, 2010 at her home. She was born in 
Southhampton, NY., and lived in Palm City for 10 years, coming from Sturgeon 
Bay, Wisconsin. She held a Master's Degree from Columbia University, NY. She 
was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church Stuart.
She was president of the local council of the Girl Scouts of America and a 
member of the Junior Service League in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. She was an active 
member of CLIO Book Club.
Survivors include her daughters, Dorcus Wagenknecht of Hamburg, Germany and 
Barbara Lauris of Philomath, Oregon; sons, Cameron Platt of Sturgeon Bay and 
Robert Platt of Denver; two grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by her husband, George Platt, brother, Robert Cameron and 
sister, Millicent Breen. 
Memorials may be made to Treasure Coast Hospice, 1201 SE India St., Stuart, 
FL, 34997. Arrangements are by Forest Hills Funeral Home, Palm City Chapel.
Online obituary - Forest City Funeral Home, March 21, 2010


EDWARD MARCELLUS PLATT    (d. 1948)

Edward Platt, 82, Retired Business Man Dies Sunday 
Edward Marcellus Platt, 82, retired Manitowoc and Chicago coal merchant and 
industrialist, died Sunday evening at the home of his son, George J. Platt 
of 603 North Ninth street. He had been in failing health several months.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday at the St. James Episcopal 
church, the Rev. F. C. St. Clair officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Mr. Platt was born in this city in 1865, a son of the late Jarvis E. Platt. 
The latter was a prominent merchant here in the early days and also operated 
a fleet of merchant ships out of this port. 
Edward Platt was educated in the schools here and was graduated from the 
University of Wisconsin in 1886. For a number of years he was manager and 
treasurer of the Manitowoc Coal and Dock company, which had offices and yards 
at Eighth and Commercial streets. He married the former Alida King Hoskinson 
at Wisconsin Rapids.
Mr. Platt located in Chicago where he headed the Platt and Brahm Coal company, 
making his home in Riverside, a Chicago suburb. He also organized the Paragon 
Electric company, an Illinois corporation, which in 1938 was moved to this city, 
where the business was established in leased quarters at the Invincible Metal 
Furniture company. Mr. Platt, who headed the company, and his sons conducted 
this company here until the fall of 1945, when it was moved to Two Rivers, and 
the Paragon company became a Wisconsin corporation.
Mrs. Platt died in March, 1944.  Survivors are two sons, Edward V. and George J. 
of this city; two daughters, Mrs. Baird Jacob of Evanston and Mrs. William Leff 
of Chicago; and seven grandchildren.
The body will be moved to the Edward Platt home, 601 North Sixth street this 
evening from the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, and will be moved to the 
church at 2:45 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 5, 1948  P. 2
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[bur. on J.E. Platt lot]
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From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-Five Years Ago - (1895)
Mr. E. M. Platt of this city and Miss Alida K. Livingston(sic) of 
Centralia were married at the latter place October 16. Mr. Platt 
is one of the best products of the city of Manitowoc. He has force 
of character, industry, business ability. Though yet a young man, 
there is no person in the city whose counsel in business or public 
affairs is better than his. In addition, he is a royal good fellow, 
without a spark of hypocrisy or deception in him. His bride will be 
cordially welcomed to Manitowoc where a pleasant home awaits her.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 14, 1920


EDWARD VILAS PLATT    (d. 1959)

Paragon President Platt Dies at 61
Head of Company Dies in Florida  (photo)
Edward V. Platt, 61, president of Paragon Electric Co., Two Rivers, died 
Wednesday at West Palm Beach, Fla, after an illness of several weeks.
Mr. Platt who was known as "Ned" to friends and business associates, had 
been vacationing in Florida when he became ill.
Since 1943, Mr. Platt had headed Paragon, recognized as the world's leading
exclusive manufacturer of automatic time controls.
Mr. Platt joined Paragon founded by his father, E.M. in 1905 with a capital
investment at $5,000, in 1921 as a salesman. In 1929 he became the sales
manager and was vice president in charge of sales from 1931 to 1936 when he
was elected executive vice president. He was elected president in 1943.
On Hospital Board
During the period when he first became associated with Paragon until his
election as vice president, Mr. Platt had had 25 years of sales service in
the Chicago area. He saw annual gross shipments of the company grow from
$50,000 a year to more than $5 million annually.
Mr. Platt was a director of Racine Hydraulics & Machinery Co. of Racine and
of Watson and Boaler Inc., of Chicago. He also was a vice president and dir-
ector of Lapcor(?) Plastic Inc., of this city.
A member of Holy Famiy Hospital Advisory Board Mr. Platt also was vice pres-
ident of the Lay Advisory Board of Holy Family College at Alverno, was a
member of the Board of Directors of the Manitowoc Chapter of American Cancer
Society and was a senior warden of St. James Episcopal Church.
He also was a member of Psi Upsilon Fraternity at the University of Wisconsin
where he attended before enrolling at Yale University, being graduated in
1921(?) from the Sheffield School of Engineering. A native of St. Paul, Minn.
he was born April 20, 1898.
Funeral Monday
Mr. Platt was a veteran of World War I, having served with Army Officers
Training.
He married Elizabeth Leavitt Platt Aug. 3, 1935, at St. Louis. She survives
with three daughters (privat); a brother, George J. of this city; and two
sisters, Mrs. J. Baird Jacob of Evanston, Ill., and Mrs. William C. Leff of
Chicago
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. James Episcopal Church. The
Rev. William Harvey will officiat and burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Friends may call at the Platt home, 601 N. Sixth St., after 7 p.m. Saturday
or Sunder afternoon.
Arrangements are in charge of Mittnacht Funeral Home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, May 21, 1959 p.1
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[d. 05-20-1959 at West Palm Beach FL/age 61 yrs./bur. on George J. Platt lot]
********
Manitowoc:
The wedding of Miss Bartram Quick of Chicago and Edward Vilas Platt was solemnized 
Saturday afternoon at St. James Episcopal Church, Rev. F. P. Keicher, rector of St. 
James Church officiating.
Kiel Tri county Record, Jan. 5, 1922


GEORGE J. PLATT

George Jarvis Platt, 70, of 6125 Bayshore Drive, Sturgeon Bay, formerly of 601 
N. 6th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning, June 8, at his home.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday at St. James Episcopal Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. William Harvey will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Platt was born June 4, 1912, at Manitowoc, son of the late Edward M. and 
Alida Hoskinson Platt. He attended Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, and was 
graduated from Phillips Academy, Andover, Mass. He then studied engineering at 
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, Mass. He married Dorcus Cameron 
in 1945 at New York City, N.Y. Mr. Platt became associated with Paragon Electric 
Company, Two Rivers, in 1931. In 1959, he was named president, and in 1970 he 
was named Chairman of the board of directors, a position which he held until his 
retirement in 1978. 
During his lifetime, Mr. Platt was active in many professional, fraternal and 
social organizations. He was past president of the board of directors of Manitowoc 
Memorial Hospital Association, past president and director of Northeast Wisconsin 
Industrial Association, past director of Wisconsin Manufacturing Association, past 
president and director of Two Rivers Industrial Development Corporation, past vice 
president and director of Lapcor Plastics Inc., and past director of Aluminum 
Specialty Company. He was also past director of General Telephone Company, Sun 
Prairie, Wis., from which he resigned in 1961, past vice president of Waumegesako 
Council of Boy Scouts of America, charter member of the United states Coast Guard 
Auxiliary Flotilla IVV, a member of Power Squadron District 10 located in Sturgeon 
Bay, past president of Two Rivers Rotary Club, past member of Two Rivers Lodge of 
Elks, and past member of Manitowoc Masonic Lodge No. 65, F. and A.M. Currently he 
was a member of Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club, Branch River Country Club, St. James 
Episcopal Church, and director of First National Bank, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Dorcus; three sons and two daughters, Dorcus P. Wagenknecht, 
Cameron K. Platt, Robert L. Platt, Barbara T. Platt, and George C. Platt; two sisters, 
Mrs. William C. Leff, and Mrs. George Arpin; five grandchildren; other relatives and 
friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, Edward V. Platt.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Thursday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
only. Memorials may be made to St. James Episcopal Church, Memorial Hospital, American 
Cancer Society or Home Care services of Sturgeon Bay.
Herald Times Reporter, June 9, 1982  P. 3
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[d. at Sturgeon Bay, WI/husband of Dorcas Platt]


HELEN MARY PLATT

Miss Helen M. Platt, 84, died at 2 o'clock this morning at the home of 
Mrs. Charles Mullen, 604 Buffalo street, where she had lived.
Miss Platt had been under the constant care of a physician for the last 
three years. She had spent her summers at the Mullen home for the last 
ten years, and lived there permanently for the last four years.
Funeral arrangements are indefinite, pending the arrival of out of town 
relatives.
Miss Platt was born in Manitowoc on May 16, 1858, and lived here all her 
life. She was a member of the Monday Music club, the Daughters of the 
American Revolution and the St. James Episcopal church.
Only immediate survivor is a brother, E.M. Platt of this city.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 18, 1942 P.12
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Funeral services for Miss Helen Mary Platt, 84, daughter of a pioneer 
Manitowoc merchant, who died at the home of Mrs. Charles Mullen early 
yesterday, will be held Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. from the St. James Episcopal 
church. The Rev. F.S. St. Clair will officiate and interment will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Miss Platt was born in this city in 1858, the daughter of Jarvis and Mary 
Chandler Vilas Platt. Her father was one of the first merchants in the city, 
and the home he erected on North Eighth and State streets was one of the 
first large structures on the North side of the river.
Miss Platt was educated in the schools of the city and except for a 10-year 
period when she resided in Chicago, spent her life here. She was a member 
of the Clio club, D.A.R., St. Faiths Guild of St. James church, North Side 
Ladies Relief society, and Daughters of the British Empire. She also served 
several years on the Manitowoc Library Board.
She was a lifelong member of the St. James church here and during her 
residence in Chicago, she affiliated with the St. Paul's Episcopal church 
there.
The only immediate survivor is a brother, E.M. Platt of this city.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home tonight 
and will be moved to the church Wednesday morning at 10:30 to lie in state 
until the hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 19, 1942 P.9
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[Helen Mary Platt/d. 05-18-1942/age 84 yrs./cause: senility/bur. on J.E. 
Platt lot]


JARVIS ELIPHALET PLATT

From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty Five Years ago (1890)
J. E. Platt, died on Monday morning of this week. His sickness was of brief 
duration, although for the last two years, he was losing in vigor, something 
which he attributed to growing years, but which was in reality, the encroaching 
of the disease to which he lately succumbed. He was born in Saratoga County, New 
York, Sept. 30, 1815 and is the last survivors of a family of eleven. At an early 
age he moved to Lisbon, New York where he lived on a farm until moving west. He 
settled in Kenosha in 1864. The following year in company with James Kern, he came 
to Manitowoc with a small vessel load of goods. They sold out the stock in one day. 
Believing that Manitowoc was a good place in which to do business, they built a 
small store on the corner of 7th and Commercial Streets and commenced business, 
which consisted largely of exchanging supplies for lumber and shingles. Traveling 
vessels were sent along the north shore and five branch establishments were located 
throughout the county. When his business grew he built the large frame store on York 
Street. In this, the business was carried on successively under the firm name of 
J.E. Platt & Bros., and Platt, Vilas & Co.  Later he built the fine brick store on 
York and 9th Streets in which the business of Platt, Gray and Foster was carried on.
Mr. Platt received a common school education and taught school when seventeen years 
of age. He was a man of indomitable purpose, strong in body and in mind and of most 
profound convictions. He was one of the pioneer businessmen of the city and forged 
his way to the front with enterprise, and industry as his only capital. He acquired 
considerable property, largely in the shape of real estate as he was always hopeful 
of the future of the city.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 1, 1915
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[Jarvis E. Platt/bur. 04-01-1890/age 74 yrs./cause: cirhosis]
(Jarvis E. Platt/d. 31 Mar. 1890/age 75 yrs./from record of St. James
Epis. Ch., Manitowoc)
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(First publicatin April 10, 1890.) No 23
STATE OF WISCONSIN.-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of Jarvis E. Platt, deceased.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament 
of Jarvis E. Platt of Manitowoc, in said county, having been delivered 
into said Court.
And E.M. Platt, of Manitowoc in said county, having presented to said 
court his petition in writing duly verified, representing among other 
things, that said Jarvis E. Platt died testate, at Manitowoc, in said 
county on the 31st day of March 1890; that said instrument is the last 
will of said deceased and that said petitioner and Mary C. Platt are 
named therein as executors, and praying that said instrument be proven 
and and (sic) admitted to probate and that letters testamentary be 
thereon issued to said petitioner and Mary C. Platt.
It is ordered, That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and 
proofs of said last will and testament be taken, at a regular term of 
said county court, to be held at the probate office in the city of 
Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 6th day of May 1890, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered, That notice of the time and place of said 
hearing be given by publication hereof for three successvie weeks, once 
each week, previous to the time of said hearing in the Manitowoc Pilot 
a newspaper published in said Manitowoc County.
Dated April 4, 1890,
By the Court,
Emil Baensch, County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, April 24, 1890 P. 4


M.S. PLATT    (MOSES)

DIED.
Platt,-At the residence of Dr. J.A. Brown of this city, Thursday 
morning, July 26, Moses S. Platt, aged 83 years.
Mr. Platt was the father of Mrs. Joseph Vilas of this city, and 
brother of Mr. J.E. Platt. He was born in New York and was a 
prosperous and wealthy merchant of Ogdensburg. He quit that place 
and came to Manitowoc about 25 years ago and engaged in business, 
but soon after retired from business. In his younger days he was 
a man of considerable business energy and tact. For a number of 
years he has been a confirmed invalid.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, July 26, 1888 P. 3
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DIED - In this city, on Thursday, July 26th, Mr. Moses S. Platt, aged 83 years. 
Mr. Platt was the father of Mrs. Jos. Vilas and a brother of Mr. J.E. Platt of 
this city. Mr. Platt had been an invalid for a great many years, having not 
been active in business since coming to this city twenty-five years ago. At one 
time, he was one of the successful businessmen of the state of New York, but 
failing health compelled him to leave the commercial field and seek health. The 
funeral services were held at the St. James Church in this city last Sunday and 
a large number of friends escorted the remains to their final resting place.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, July 31, 1888 page 5
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[age 82 yrs/cause: old age]
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IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT.
In the matter of the guardianship of M.S. Platt, a mentally incompetent person.
On reading and filing the petition of L.J. Nash, Guardian of said M.S. Platt, 
representing among other things, that the said ward is siezed of certain real 
estate in Manitowoc county, and that it is necessary that all of the same should 
be sold, and praying for license to sell the same; and it appearing to the Court, 
from said petition that it is proper and necessary to sell said real estate, 
therefore it is ordered and directed that the next of kin to said ward, and all 
persons interested in said estate, appear before me on Monday, the 20th day of 
Sept., A.D. 1875, at ten o'clock A.M. at the Probate Office in said County, then 
and there to show cause (if any there be) why license shouldl not be granted for 
the sale of said real estate according to the prayer of said petition.
And it is further ordered, that a copy of this order shall be published for three 
successive weeks prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot a weekly 
newspaper printed at Manitowoc in said County.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 18th day of Aug. A.D. 1875.
T.G. Olmsted, County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, August 26, 1875 P. 2


MARY C. PLATT

Death Fri. of 80-yr. old local resident Mrs. J.E. Platt of old age debility. 
Mrs. Platt, who was born in Cayuga, NY, came to Manitowoc with her husband 
in 1852 and has lived here ever since. She was a sister of Joseph Vilas. She 
leaves 2 children. Her funeral was held Sun. afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 13 Sep. 1900
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Death of Mrs. Platt.
Mrs. Mary Plate (sic), widow of J.E. Platt died on Friday at the age of 
80 years. Mrs. Platt came from Auburn, N.Y. to Manitowoc in 1852.
Manitowoc Pilot, September 13, 1900
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[cause: exhaustion/age 79 yrs.]
(Mary Chandler Platt/Dec. 11, 1820/Sept. 7, 1900)


WINFIELD SCOTT PLATT

Winfield Scott Platt died, son of Jarvis E. and Mary Platt.
Manitowoc Herald, 27 Feb 1862
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Items From The Pilot Files - Fifty Years Ago (1862)
DIED. - On Wednesday, the 19th inst., Winfield Scott, son of J.E. 
and Mary Platt, aged 10 months.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, February 29, 1912 pg. 1
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[Winfield Scott Platt/bur. 02-22-1862]


LILLY I. (WILDE) PLATTS

Mrs. Lilly I. Platts, 89, a resident of North Ridge Nursing Home, died Wednesday 
evening, June 19, 1991, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home. Rev. Arno J. 
Wolfgramm will officiate and burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born Lilly Ida Wilde on August 27, 1901, in the town of Newton, daughter 
of the late Henry and Ricka Kansier Wilde. She was married to the former Willmar 
Zapfe November 28, 1918, in the town of Newton, where the couple owned and 
operated a farm. He preceded her in death on April 4, 1933. She was remarried 
to Cecil Platts on December 18, 1958 at Albert Lee, Minn. He preceded her in 
death July 16, 1969. In 1977, she moved back to Manitowoc and has resided here 
since. She had been employed at National Tinsel and Mirro Aluminum Companies in 
Manitowoc and also had been employed at Good Samaritan Nursing Home at Mason City, 
Iowa.
Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Mrs. Esther Anhalt of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Lorene (Charles) Eucher of Muscatine, Iowa; six grandchildren; three 
great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Herman and William, 
and a son-in-law, Michael.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 11:30 a.m. Saturday morning 
until the time of services. There will be no Friday evening visitation at the 
Funeral Home.
Herald Times Reporter, June 20, 1991  P. B9
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Funeral services for Mrs. Lilly I. Platts, 89, a resident of North Ridge Nursing 
Home, who died Wednesday evening, June 19, 1991 at Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center, will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home. Rev. Arno J. 
Wolfgramm will officiate and burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 11:30 a.m. Saturday morning 
until the time of services. There will be no Friday evening visitation at the 
funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Friday, June 21, 1991 - page B10
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[d. 06-19-1991/age 89 yrs./widow of Wilmer Zapfe/widow of Cecil Platts]


ALMA O. PLAUTZ

Mrs. Alma O. Plautz, 91, of 410 South 25th Street, Manitowoc, died early Monday 
morning, August 28, 1989 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral 
services will be 1 pm Thursday at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
Rev. Bruce McKenney will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Plautz was born June 30, 1898 at Manitowoc, daughter of the late George and 
Katherine Fischl Schuler. She attended Manitowoc Schools. She married Edwin Plautz 
in Manitowoc and he preceded her in death in 1979. Mrs. Plautz was a member of 
Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Edwin and Gayle Plautz of Georgia; 
a daughter and son-in-law, Audrey and William Kuecker of Hampton, Virginia; two 
brothers and a sister-in-law, Fred and Marge Schuler of Manitowoc, Edwin Schuler 
of Burlington, Wisconsin; a sister, Mrs. Madeline Kerscher of Manitowoc; six 
grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives and 
friends survive. She was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 9 pm 
Wednesday and Thursday from 9 am to 11 am and then at the church from 12 noon 
until the hour of service at 1 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Aug. 28, 1989 page B8
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[widow of Edwin Plautz]


AMALIA PLAUTZ

Mrs. Theodore Plautz, 63, of 1335 South 9th street, died this morning at the 
Holy Family hospital after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, at 1:30 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home and at 2 p.m. from the First German Evangelical Lutheran 
church with the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Mrs. Plautz, nee Mollie Gaedke, was born Aug. 25, 1879(sic) in the town of 
Morrison, Brown county, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Gaedke. 
She was married on April 1, 1901.
Survivors are the widower; one son, Walter of this city; three daughters, Mrs. 
Arthur Mahnke, Mrs. Alvin Hinze and Mrs. Albert Wiesner, all of this city; two 
brothers, Fire Chief John Gaedke and Edward Gaedke; five sisters, Mrs. George 
Vollendorf, Mrs. Hugo Schroeder and Mrs. Arthur Scherer, all of this city and 
Mrs. Harry Blumenstein of Culver City, California, and Mrs. Ed Hopper of Ogerna, 
Wis.; and seven grandchildren.
The body will lie in state at the funeral home from 2 p.m. Sunday to the time 
of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 8, 1943  P. 2
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[Amalia Lydia Plautz/d. 05-08-1943/age 63 yrs./cause: carcinoma of back/
wife of Theo. Plautz]


DOROTHEA PLAUTZ

Mr. and Mrs. Plautz, Green Street, are mourning the death of their infant babe, 
the child having survived by a few days. Mrs. Plautz is seriously ill.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Aug. 22, 1914 page 2
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[Dorothy Plautz/bur. 08-24-1914/cause: insanition]


EDWIN J. PLAUTZ

Edwin Plautz, 78, of 410 S. 25th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday in Margate, Fla.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday in Bethany Lutheran church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Larry Ellenberger will officiate and burial will be Monday in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Plautz was born April 3, 1900, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late August 
and Theresa Ording Plautz. He was educated in Town of Gibson schools and married 
Alma Schuler June 6, 1923, in Manitowoc. Mr. Plautz was a fireman for the City 
of Manitowoc from 1920 to 1948 and then worked for Braunel Plumbing from 1949 
until his retirement in 1972. He was a member of Manitowoc Yacht Club, former 
treasurer of the club and a member of Bethany Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, Alma, a son, Edwin Jr. of Margate; a daughter, Mrs. 
William (Audrey) Kuecker of Hampton, Va.; a brother, Conrad of Thiensville; two 
sisters, Mrs. Laura Bergeline of Mishicot and Mrs. Hilda Rehbein of Manitowoc, 
six grandchildren and a great grandchild. Two brothers and three sisters preceded 
him in death
Friends may call in Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday 
and in the church Sunday from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, February 1, 1979 P. 3
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CITY FIREMAN RESCUES GIRL FROM RIVER
Edw. Plautz Proves Hero When Boat Is Capsized
Edward Plautz, member of the city fire department attached to the South Side
station, is in line for recognition at the hands of the Carnegie commission
as result of his work yesterday in rescuing Miss Schuler, a south side girl
from death in the river. Plautz today declined to discuss the accident which
stamped him as possessing the stuff of which heroes are made.
Plautz, who was off duty, had invited Miss Schuler to accompany him on the 
river in a canoeing trip and the two were north of the Twenty-first street 
bridge at the time Plautz was called upon to effect the rescue of his 
companion. In some manner the canoe overturned and both of the occupants were
thrown into the water, Plautz being under the boat when he realized what had
happened.
Extricating himself, Plautz discovered Miss Schuler struggling in the water
a short distance away, apparently unable to swim and, as result of the shock
and fright, about to go under. He succeeding in reaching the girl and securing
a hold on her clothing, struck out for short, a distance of 150 feet or more.
Plautz is a good swimmer but handicapped by his all but unconcious companion,
the feat was no easy one in the cold water. He succeeded however in reaching
the clay bank near the plant of the Clay Products Co., where his plight was
seen by a man who was fishing near, and the fisherman hastened to his aid.
Miss Schuler was overcome by the shock and was hastily taken to her home
where she was soon revived and today appears to have suffered no ill effects
of the accident. Plautz was on duty at the station today but when asked about
the matter, declined to make a statement. "The water was not very cold and it
was nothing but an unexpected dip" said the fire laddie whose fellow firement,
however, say that Plautz is too modest.
Manitowoc Herald News, May 27, 1922  p.1
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The marriage of Miss Alma Schuler and Edward Plautz, a member of the city fire
department at the south side station took place yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock
at the Evangelical Lutheran church, the Rev. Karl Machmiller performing the
ceremony. The Misses Dorothy Fischl and Kathleen Schuler, and Marvin Ditman and
Emil Plautz, were the attendants. A reception was held at the home of the bride's
parent Mr. and Mrs. George Schuler, 2407 Clark street, and the rooms were 
decorated in lavender and white to correspond with the dresses worn by the bride
and her bridesmaids. At 5:30, dinner was served to seventy guests. Mr. and Mrs.
Plautz are located in their home at 410 South Twenty-fifth street. The bride
was formerly employed at the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company and the bride-
groom a member of the fire department, is a son of Mr. and Mrs. August Plautz
of the town of Gibson. Those from out of town at the wedding were Mr. and Mrs.
George Schuler, Jr., and daughter of West Allis, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Groth of
Milwaukee, and Conrad Plautz and Miss Clara Libscher of Kenosha.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 7, 1923  p.4


EMIL L. PLAUTZ

Funeral services for Emil L. Plautz, 58, of 926 S. 26th St., Manitowoc, who 
died Sunday, were at 2 pm Wednesday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. T.F. Uetzmann officiated and burial was in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Pallbearers were William Bergelin, Richard and Frederick 
Specht, Peter Plautz and Jack and Richard Woznick.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Jan. 27, 1965 page 11
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[d. 01-24-1965/age 58 yrs.]


MILDRED A. PECH PLAUTZ

Mrs. Walter H. (Mildred A.) Plautz, 76, of 608 Pine St., Manitowoc, died Friday 
morning in Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday in Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. John M. Deason will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Plautz, nee Mildred Pech, was born Dec. 19, 1902, in Manitowoc, daughter of 
the late Stephen and Vlasta Podrabsky Pech. She was educated in local schools 
and was graduated from Manitowoc High School with the Class of 1921. Following 
graduation she was employed with Schuette Bros. as a cashier in the wrapping 
department. She was married to Walter H. Plautz Aug. 8, 1927, in Fist Lutheran 
Church, Brookfield, Ill., but the Rev. Oscar Rockhoff, a personal friend of the 
couple and former resident of Manitowoc, now retired and residing in Two Rivers. 
Mrs. Plautz was a 50 year member of Manitowoc Chapter No. 196, Order of Eastern 
Star.
Survivors include her husband, Walter H.; a sister, Mrs. Ruth Gillespie of 
Manitowoc; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Rueben (Ann) Pech of Green Bay; two nieces 
and a nephew. A sister, Miss Elsie Pech, R.N, preceded her in death Oct. 11, 
1977. Two brothers, Edwin and Rueben J. Pech also preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday 
and Monday until the time of service. Memorials may be made to the charity of 
the donor's choice.
Herald Times Reporter, May 5, 1979  P. 3
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[wife of Walter H. Plautz]


THEODOR PLAUTZ

Theodore Plautz(sic), 76, of 1232 South 16th street, retired bridgetender, 
died this morning at a Plymouth hospital. For the last six months he had been 
residing with a daughter, Mrs. Loraine Hinze of Plymouth.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday at the First German Evang-
elical Lutheran church, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be 
in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Plautz was born at Wayside, Brown county, in 1872 and in 1900 married Miss 
Mollie Gaedke. They located at Powers, Mich., and four years later came to this 
city. Mr. Plautz was a tender on Tenth street bridge for a number of years, 
retiring in 1943. His wife died five years ago.
Survivors are a son, Walter of this city; three daughters, Mrs. Arthur Mahnke 
of this city, Mrs. Albert Wiesner of Manitowoc Rapids, Mrs. Hinze of Plymouth; 
and eight grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after Thursday 
noon, and will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Friday to lie in state until 
the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 4, 1948  P. 2
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[Theo. Plautz/d. 02-04-1948/age 75 yrs]


WALTER H. PLAUTZ

Mr. Walter H. Plautz, 79, of 608 Pine St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning, 
Jan. 17, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. William B. Plank will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Plautz was born Oct. 27, 1901, at Powers, Mich., son of the late Theodor 
and Amelia Gaedke Plautz. He attended local Manitowoc schools and graduated 
from Manitowoc Business College in 1920 in bookkeeping and vocational school 
in 1923 in cost accounting. In 1949, he took a Dale Carnegie class in public 
speaking. He was assistant store manager for F.W. Woolworth Company at Evanston 
and Waukegan, Ill. He was general factory superintendent at National Tinsel 
Manufacturing Company at Manitowoc and Sheboygan from 1926 to 1956. Prior to 
his retirement in 1968, he was employed at Paragon Electric Company in Two 
Rivers. He married Mildred Peck Aug. 8, 1927, at Brookfield, Ill. She preceded 
him in death May 4, 1979. Mr. Plautz was Second Ward alderman from 1964 to 1970, 
and chairman of Manitowoc City Safety Committee for three years. He was past 
president and last remaining charter member of Manitowoc Industrial Safety 
Commission which was established in 1942, past president of Manitowoc-Two Rivers 
Traffic Club, and past Senior Counciler of U.C.T. No. 232. He was a member of 
First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc Lodge No. 65 F. & A.M., Manitowoc Chapter 
No. 16 R.A.M., Manitowoc Council  
Herald Times Reporter, January 19, 1981 P. 3
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[d. 17 Jan 1981/age 79 yrs]
(27 Oct 1901/Jan 1981/SSDI)


MARGARETTE V. PLESIC

Margarette V. Plesic, age 83, of 2005 Division Street, Manitowoc, died Thursday 
Aug. 2, 2001, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, 2001, at St. 
Mary's Home Chapel, Manitowoc. The Rev. Tom Wojciechowski, OFM will officiate 
with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Margarette Marcum was born May 18, 1918, in Dayton, Ohio, daughter of 
the late Samuel Marcum. Margarette married Edward R. Plesic June 9, 1945, at San 
Francisco, Calif. He preceded her in death in 1992. She grew up in rural Tennessee, 
and worked at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, during the Manhattan Project.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Felicia and William Hennessy, 
Manitowoc; one son Edward R. Plesic, Florida; two grandchildren, Erin and Meagan 
Hennessy, both of Manitowoc; one brother and sister-in-law, William and Lois Marcum, 
Tennessee; one sister, Mary Helen Marcum Moore, Ohio. She was preceded in death by 
one brother, Ron Marcum.
Relatives and friends may call at St. Mary's Home Chapel, Manitowoc on Saturday, 
Aug. 4, 2001, from 8:30 a.m. until the time of mass at 9 a.m.
The Jens Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 3, 2001 P. A3


AMALIA PLEUSS    (d. 1942)

Mrs. Herman Pleuss, 61, of 1010 South 12th sreet, died late Friday afternoon 
at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ervin Schwab, in Oshkosh where she had 
gone to visit on September 30. She was found dead in a closet on the second 
floor.
The body was brought to this city and private funeral services will be held at 
the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock. 
Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Pleuss, nee Amalia Geisler, was born in this city on March 13, 1881. In 
1903 she married Herman Pleuss who died seven years ago. 
Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Schwab of Oshkosh; one son, Herbert, of this 
city; one brother, Arthur Geisler of this city; four sisters, Mrs. Walter 
Huchthausen, Mrs. Louis Kaufman and Mrs. Gerhardt Franke, all of this city and 
Mrs. Edward Price of Eagle, Wis. 
Friends may view the body at the funeral home from Sunday noon to Monday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 3, 1942  P. 4
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[Amelia/d. 10-02-1942 at Oshkosh, WI/age 61 yrs./cause: suicide by hanging/
wife of Herman Pleuss]


ANNA PLEUSS    (d. 1933)

MRS. PLEUSS DEATH TODAY 
Dies At Brown’s Corners After Lingering Illness
Mrs. Anna Pleuss, age 54, of Route 4, Brown’s Corners, died at her home at 
5 a.m. today after a lingering illness of over five years. The funeral will 
be held at 1:30 p.m. from the home and at 2 p.m. from the St. John’s Lutheran 
church, Newtonburg, Saturday, Rev. Kionka officiating.
Mrs. Pleuss, nee Anna Schrenk, was born in Manitowoc March 10, 1879. She 
married Henry Pleuss on April 18, 1896 and has lived with her husband at 
Brown’s Corners since her marriage.
Besides her husband the deceased is survived by her mother, Mrs. Albertina 
Krueger; seven daughters, Mrs. Edmund Vogt, Mrs. Erhardt Haupt, and Mr. Elmer 
Grosshuesch, all of Newton, Mrs. Clarence Baryenbruch of Manitowoc Rapids, 
Mrs. Herbert Baryenbruch of Manitowoc, and Viola and Bernice at home; five 
sons, Norman of Manitowoc, Harvey, Erwin, Henry and Raymond at home; three 
brothers, Julius, Gustave and William; and nine grandchildren.
The body will be removed to the home from the Pfeffer Funeral Home tomorrow 
afternoon. Burial will take place in the Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 7, 1933  P. 2
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PLEUSS, Mrs. Anna—Died at 5 a.m. Wednesday at home at Brown's Corners. Born 
Anna Schrenk, March 10, 1879. Married Henry Pleuss April 18, 1896. Funeral 
services at home at 1:30 p. m. and at the St. John's Lutheran church at 
Newtonburg, at 2 p. m. Saturday, Rev. Kionka officiating.
Survived by her husband, mother, seven daughters, five sons, three brothers 
and nine grandchildren. Burial at the Evergreen cemetery under direction of 
Pfeffer Funeral Home.
Manitowoc Herald Times June 9, 1933  pg. 17
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[cause: gastric carcinoma/bur. on Henry Pleuss lot] 
(Mrs. Henry Pleuss/d. 06/07/1933/bur. 06/10/1933/from records of 
St. Johns Evang. Luth. Ch.)


ARNO F. PLEUSS

Mr. Arno F. Pleuss, age 87, of 3117A Yorkshire Lane, Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
evening, May 16, 2006, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006, at St. John 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Newtonburg, 7531 English Lake Road, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Victor Headrick will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen 
Cemetery. 
Arno was born May 24, 1918, in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late 
Albert and Adele Hormann Pleuss. He was a 1936 graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln 
High School and a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Agricultural 
Short Course. Arno was a dairy farmer for 50 years in the town of Manitowoc 
Rapids, retiring in 1986. On Sept. 18, 1943, Arno was married to the former 
Lilah A. Huebner at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in the town of Liberty. 
He was a lifelong member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church and served in 
the past as church council president and elder, the OWLS, Manitowoc County Farm 
Bureau, Old Timers Manitowoc County Baseball Association, past member and past 
president of the First Kiwanis Club of Manitowoc. Arno enjoyed all types of 
sports, including playing and managing baseball and softball in the Manitowoc 
County Leagues. He took up golf after he retired and played in a league at 
Hickory Hills in Chilton. Arno enjoyed bowling, playing cards, traveling, spending 
his winters in Arizona and spending time with his family. 
Survivors include his loving wife: Lilah of Manitowoc; three daughters and two 
sons-in-law: Joan Pleuss of Milwaukee; Kay (Kent) Meyer of Elkhorn; Lynn (Robert) 
Doneff of Egg Harbor; four grandchildren: Lance (Carrie) Meyer; Melissa (Matthew) 
Staude; Anton Arno (Michelle) Doneff Sr.; Sarah (Peder) Doneff-Nelson; three 
great-grandchildren: Luke Staude; Anton Arno Doneff Jr.; Amelie Doneff; one 
brother: Ralph W. Pleuss of Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law: 
Doris Latasiewicz of Schererville, Ind.; Pauline Huebner of Lake Havasu City, 
Ariz.; William Reinemann Sr. of Cleveland; nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends survive. He was preceded in death by two sisters-in-law and two brothers-
in-law: Marcella Pleuss, Arlene Reinemann, Omar Huebner and Leo Latasiewicz. 
Relatives and friends may call at the church on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. and on 
Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, 
memorial donations would be appreciated to St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc Lutheran High School, or the donor's choice. 
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is serving the Pleuss 
family. 
A special thank you to Pastor Victor Headrick for his many devotions and prayers, 
Dr. Mark Herring and Dr. David Satchell and staff of Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center for their care and concern shown to Arno during his illness.
Herald Times Reporter, May 2006


BABY PLEUSS

[stillborn/son of Harold Pleuss/bur. on Fred Heinz lot]


BERTHA I. PLEUSS

Mrs. Bertha Pleuss, 61?, of 824 North Eighth street, wife of President Ernst 
Pleuss of the First National Bank, died Monday evening at Holy Family hospital 
following a short illness.
Mrs. Pleuss was born in 1888 in Gibson, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank 
Giese.  In 1892 she moved with her parents to Manitowoc and in 1910 she was 
married to Mr. Pleuss. The couple always resided in this city.
Survivors, besides the husband, are two daughters, Mrs. Paul Oberland and Mrs. 
Donald Groll of Manitowoc; a son, Frederick of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. John 
Glander of Manitowoc; and seven grandchildren.
Friends may pay their respects at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from 4 
p.m. Wednesday until 10 a.m. Thursday. The casket will be moved to the Immanuel 
Lutheran church at Pine and North Ninth streets where it will remain until 
services, starting at 2 p.m., are completed. The Rev. Theo Uetzman will 
officiate.
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 14, 1950  P. 2
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[d. 03-13-1950/age 61 yrs./wife of Ernst L. Pleuss]
*******
The marriage of Miss Bertha Giese and Ernst Pleuss, well known young people of 
the city, was celebrated at the home of the bride on Buffalo St. Tuesday at 5 
o'clock Rev. Machmiller officiating, and the young couple departed at once on 
a honeymoon trip. The bride is a adughter (sic) of Frank Giese and a popular 
girl. Mr. Pleuss is an employe of the First National Bank and a young man who 
has a bright future which he is capable of fulfilling. They will reside on 
Buffalo street.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, October 19, 1910 P. 1


CARL J. PLEUSS

Carl J. Pleuss, 85, of 1433 N. Sixth St., Manitowoc, died Thursday 
afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Grace Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Keith Haag will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pleuss was born Aug. 23, 1886, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, 
son of the late Ernst and Martha Lindemann Pleuss. He married Lillian 
Rahmlow Sept. 18, 1913, at Two Rivers. They farmed in the Town of 
Newton. He was also employed at Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc. They 
moved to Manitowoc in 1943. He retired in 1943. He was a member of 
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, a son, Howard, of Appleton; a daughter, 
Mrs. William (Marion) Thomas, of Manitowoc; a brother, Junias H., of 
Manitowoc and ten grandchildren. Two brothers and two sisters preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 
4 to 9 p.m. Sunday until noon Monday and then at the church until the 
time of service. Memorials may be made to the Manitowoc Lutheran High 
School, or Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 16, 1972
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[d. 06-15-1972/age 85 yrs. (23 Aug 1886/Jun 1972/SSDI)
********
On Thursday afternoon at St. John's parsonage, the Rev. Mr. Doehler officiating, 
Mr. Carl J. Pleuss of Manitowoc Rapids and Miss Lillian Rahmlow, daughter of Mr. 
and Mrs. Henry Rahmlow of the Town of Two Rivers were joined in wedlock.
The Reporter, Sat., Sept. 30, 1913


CHAS. PLEUSS    (d. 1928)

HEART ATTACK IS FATAL TO CHAS. PLEUSS
A heart attack which he suffered proved fatal at 7:50 o’clock this morning 
to Charles Pleuss, well known Manitowoc Rapids resident, who for years has 
conducted a farm at which is known as Brown’s Corners at the junctures of 
Highways 31 and 42.
Though only 55 years of age, Mr. Pleuss was one of the pioneer residents of 
the township and resided in that vicinity for 48 years. He was born in the 
town of Liberty on August 18, 1873 and lived his entire life in Manitowoc 
county. He was the son of a pioneer family, his parents residing in the town 
of Liberty for many years.
He is survived by his widow, nee Minnie Commings (sic), three daughters, Mrs. 
Herbert Eberhardt, Mrs. Agon Haupt and Miss Minnie Pleuss, all of Manitowoc 
Rapids, and John Pleuss, of this city, three brothers, Ernest and Henry Pleuss 
of Manitowoc Rapids and Herman Pleuss, Manitowoc, and one sister, Mrs. George 
Brown, Manitowoc, also survive, together with three grandchildren.
Funersl services will be held from the Evangelical Lutheran church here Tuesday 
afternoon at 2 o’clock with the Rev. Koeniger officiating. Interment will take 
place at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, November 24, 1928  P. 2
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[died at Manitowoc Rapids, WI/cause: heart disease/
bur. on Mrs. Minnie C. Pleuss lot]


DELORES PLEUSS

Mrs. Henry L. Pleuss, 21, nee Delores Ruth Bartel, died this morning at the 
Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:15 p.m. from the Pfeffer funeral 
home and at 2 o’clock from the St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran church at 
Newtonburg. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Pleuss, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bartel, was born here in 1920 
and was graduated from Lincoln high school in 1938. She was married to Mr. 
Pleuss August 15, 1939 and they located at Collins here Mr. Pleuss taught 
school. In December they moved to Manitowoc when Mr. Pleuss was named a 
county traffic officer. 
Their month old daughter, (private). On the same day the father started his 
duties as traffic officer. 
Survivors are the widower; infant daughter; parents; two sisters, Mrs. Joseph 
Grenier of Ottawa, Ill., Mrs. Marvin Vnuk, of this city; three brothers, Melvin, 
Leroy and Charles, all of Manitowoc.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Saturday evening at 7 o’clock 
until the hour of the services Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 30, 1942  P. 2
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Pleuss, Mrs. Henry L.—Age 21. Died Friday, January 30 at the Holy 
Family hospital. Funeral Monday, Feb. 2 at 1:15 from the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home and at 2 p.m. from the St. John's Ev. Lutheran church. 
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. Body may be viewed at funeral 
home from Saturday evening at 7 p. m. to hour of the services on 
Monday.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Saturday, January 31, 1942
********
[cause: pulmonary embolism/wife of Henry Pleuss Jr./bur. on Pleuss lot]
(Delores Pleuss/d. 01/30/1942/bur. 02/02/1942/from records of St. Johns 
Evang. Luth. Ch.) 


DORA PLEUSS

Mrs. John Pleuss, 60; of 1318 South 13th street, died Sunday night, 
following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p. m. Wednesday at the First 
German Evangelical Lutheran church, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery
She was born Dora Leider in Manitowoc Rapids in 1888, the daughter 
of Mr. and Mrs, Gottfried Leider. Later the family moved to Liberty. 
In 1907 she was married to Ernst Schmidt of this city. He died in 
1935, in 1945 she was married to John Pleuss.
Survivors are the husband; two daughters, Mrs. Frederick Brick and 
Mrs, Earl A. Mueller of this city: two sons, Harold and Arthur 
Schmidt of this city, step-daughter, Mrs. Fred Krueger of route 1, 
Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Herbert Zantz  of this city, Mrs. 
Frank Ribbiek of Plymouth and Mrs. Fred Schmidt of Chilton; five 
brothers, Herman of Merrill, Adolph and Edwin of this city and 
Edward and Paul of Liberty; and 13 grandchildren.
Mrs. Pleuss was a member of the Ladies Aid society of the Lutheran 
congregation.
The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and 
will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Wednesday to lie in state 
until the hour of sevices
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Monday, September 13, 1948
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[d. 09-12-1948/age 60 yrs./bur. on Ernst J. Schmidt lot]


EDWIN F. PLEUSS

Edwin Pleuss Dies at Age 69
MANITOWOC — Edwin F. Pleuss of 1025 S. 17lh St., active in real estate 
and insurance for a number of years, died following a heart attack at 
hls home Wednesday morning. He was 69.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, with Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Pleuss was born Feb. 23, 1889, at Manitowoc Rapids, now a part of the 
City of Manitowoc, son of the late Ernst and Martha Lindermann Pleuss. He 
attended and was graduated from Manitowoc Business College and married 
Lydia H. Eberhardt at Manitowoc, Oct. 20, 1914. He serviced as deacon and 
elder of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church for six years, was a 
member of the male choir and the Lutheran Men's Club of the church.
Mr. Pleuss was employed in 1910 by Manitowoc Brass Foundry and in 1912 
assisted in its reorganization when it became Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry. 
One of its original stockholders, he worked at the foundry until 1931 and 
was its treasurer the last five years. In 1931 he helped organize Pleuss 
Investment Corp. and was its secretary - treasurer until retiring in 1953 
and disposing of his interests.
It was in 1927 that he helped organize West Lawn Addition at Manitowoc, a 
real estate enterprise, serving as its vice president. From 1931 to 1954 
he represented the Aid Association for Lutheran, an insurance organization, 
in Manitowoc County.
Surviving are his wife, a son; Paul H. of Manitowoc: a daughter. Mrs. 
Carleton (Violet) Toppe of Watertown, Wis.: two brothers, Carl and Junias 
of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Emil Heacker of Manitowoc: seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home after 3 p.m. Friday 
until 10:30 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be moved to the church where 
the body will lie in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Thursday, January 8, 1959
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[d. 01-07-1959/age 69 yrs.]
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MISS EBERHARDT AND EDW. PLEUSS TAKE HOLY VOWS
Married Yesterday at Lutheran Parsonage Here
The German Lutheran parsonage was the scene of a pretty wedding yesterday 
afternoon when Miss Lydia F. Eberhardt, Rural Route 2, became Fred Eberhardt, 
rural route 2, became the bride of Edwin Pleuss.
The nuptials took place at 1:30, Rev. Machmiller being the officiating clergyman 
and the attendants were Misses Dora Pleuss and Martha Raether and Emil Hecker 
and Herbert Eberhardt.
After the ceremony the wedding party partook of luncheon and during the afternoon 
a reception was held at the home of the bride.
Both young people are well and favorably known and ?eliciations on the happy 
event where maney (sic). Mr. Pleuss is a son of Ernest Pleuss and is bookkeeper 
at the Manitowoc Aluminum Foundry company.
The couple departed last evening for a honeymoon trip to Eau Claire and after 
returning will make their home on South Ninth street.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, October 21, 1914 P. 6


ELIZABETH PLEUSS    (d. 1980)

Mrs. Paul (Betty) Pleuss, 56, of 1225 S. 7th St., Manitowoc, died early Saturday 
morning, Sept. 28 (sic) at St. Joseph Hospital, Marshfield, Wis.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pleuss was born Dec. 16, 1923, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Arthur and 
Alma Luedtke Schlei. She grew up in Manitowoc, attended First German Lutheran 
School and graduated from Lincoln High School. She resided in Manitowoc all her 
life. She was married to Paul H. Pleuss Jan. 31, 1948, at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church. She was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church and 
the Ladies Aid of the church.
Survivors include her husband, Paul, a son, Bradley of Tulsa, Okla.; three daughters 
and a son-in-law, Mary Sue Pleuss of Wrightstown, Katheryn and Rev. Fred Zimmerman 
of Milwaukee and Sara Pleuss at home; a brother and sister-in-law, Rev. Charles and 
Evelyn Schlei of Germany, and two grandchildren (private).
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 o'clock to 
9 o'clock this Sunday afternoon and Monday at the church from noon until the time 
of services. Memorials may be made to First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc Lutheran High School or the American Cancer society.
Herald Times Reporter, September 21, 1980 P.3
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[d. Marshfield, WI/wife of Paul H. Pleuss]


ERNST PLEUSS    (d. 1941)

Ernst Pleuss, 80, retired farmer and lifelong resident of the county, died 
yesterday afternoon at the homestead farm near Browns Corners on Highway 151. 
The farm is now operated by his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Emil 
Hecker. 
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home and at two o’clock from the First German Evan. Lutheran 
church, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Mr. Pleuss was born in the town of Liberty in 1861 and when a young man took up 
farming. He married Miss Martha Lindemann in 1885 and they located on the present 
homestead farm in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, west of the city. In addition to 
farming Mr. Pleuss was interested in horses and his stables were stocked with 
fine driving horses. 
He retired from active farming several years ago but continued to reside on the 
homestead. Mrs. Pleuss died in 1931.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Emil H_cker, on the home farm; four sons, Lewis 
and Carl, of Newton, Edwin and Junias (sic) of this city; 11 grandchildren and 
five great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 3, 1941  P. 2
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[d. 04-02-1941/age 80 yrs./cause: exhaustion/bur. on E.F. Pleuss lot]


ERNST PLEUSS    (d. 1969)

Ernst Pleuss, Former Bank President, Dies 
Ernst L. Pleuss, 84, veteran banker and former president and director of the 
First National Bank in Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening at Holy Family Hospital 
where he had been removed Monday afternoon after suffering an apparent heart 
attack while driving downtown. He lived at 824 N. Eighth St. 
Besides his banking activities, Pleuss had devoted much time to the city’s 
civic progress. 
He started as a teller in 1905 in the German-American bank. He transferred to 
the then Natioonal Bank in 1907, and was named a cashier in 1931. He later 
became executive vice president when the First National Bank moved its quarters 
into the Manitowoc Motor Hotel building and he held the position from 1937 until 
1942 when he succeeded the late F.T. Zentner as president. He retired in 1954 
and continued on the board of directors.
Member of Rotary 
Pleuss was a charter member of the Rotary Club, had been a member and treasurer 
of the Chamber of Commerce and had been general chairman of the first Community 
Fund campaign in the fall of 1931. He had also been a co-chairman of the 1941 
Community Fund drive with J.E. Carey and Rolf Ristad, now both deceased. For many 
years he served as president of the Schmitt Lumber Co., Two Rivers, and had been 
associated with the Manitowoc Industrial development Inc. He also had been president 
of group 3, Wisconsin Bankers Assn. chosen during the annual convention at Appleton 
in 1936.
Pleuss was born March 9, 1885, in Town of Liberty, Manitowoc County, son of the 
late Louis and Fredericka Schnell Pleuss. He came to Manitowoc in 1902, and attended 
local schools and the Manitowoc Business College. He married Bertha Giese Oct. 18, 
1910, at Manitowoc, and she died in 1950.
Services Friday 
Survivors include a son, Frederick, and two daughters, Mrs. Paul (Anita) Oberland 
and Mrs. Don (Harriet) Grall, of Manitowoc, and five grandchildren. Two brothers 
and a grandson also preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church. 
The Rev. Glenn Unke will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Thursday until 
Friday noon and then at the church until time of services.
Memorials may be made to Immanuel Church, Memorial Hospital, Holiday House or 
Manitooc County Historical Society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 22, 1969  P. 12
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The marriage of Miss Bertha Giese and Ernst Pleuss, well known young people of 
the city, was celebrated at the home of the bride on Buffalo St. Tuesday at 5 
o'clock Rev. Machmiller officiating, and the young couple departed at once on 
a honeymoon trip. The bride is a adughter (sic) of Frank Giese and a popular 
girl. Mr. Pleuss is an employe of the First National Bank and a young man who 
has a bright future which he is capable of fulfilling. They will reside on 
Buffalo street.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, October 19, 1910 P. 1


FREDERICK A. PLEUSS

Frederick A. Pleuss, age 75, of 1211 Grand Ave., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
afternoon, March 29, 1997, at University Hospital, Madison.
Private Funeral Services were held Thursday, April 3, 1997, at the Harrigan 
Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Dennis Broehm officiated and burial 
was in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born July 26, 1921, in Manitowoc, son of the late Ernst and Bertha 
Giese Pleuss. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1939. He served with 
the United States Navy from August 1942 to September 1945. Fred had been 
employed for 41 years in construction retiring in 1987. He married Josephine 
Kelsey in January of 1942. She preceded him in death September 16, 1993.
Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Lynn and MaryJo Pleuss, 
Fond du Lac, Peter Pleuss, Las Vegas, Nev.; one daughter and son-in-law, Cindy 
and Mike Perrigoue, Green Bay; one daughter-in-law, Carmen Lesperance, Manitowoc; 
five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; two 
sisters, Anita Oberland, Manitowoc, Harriet Groll, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, 
along with other relatives and friends surviving. He was preceded in death by 
his wife Josephine, one son Terry, two brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the Pleuss family with 
funeral arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, April 3, 1997 P. A2
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[d. Madison, WI/widower of Josephine]


FRIEDRICH PLEUSS

FEARED LOSS OF MIND, ENDS LIFE WITH GUN
Worry Over Illness Thought the Cause of Rash Act of Fred Pleuss
Worry over illness which had affected his mind and which he feared 
would mean the total loss of his mind is believed to have promoted 
Fred Pleuss, life long resident of the county to end his life at 
his home on So. Twelfth street early Sunday morning by a shot from 
a revolver. He survived but a short time, never regaining consciousness. 
Mr. Pleuss, 72, left the house shortly after 5 o’clock, visiting the 
barn. Mrs. Pleuss, who was about the house, heard the shot and rushing 
to the barn found Mr. Pleuss ?? summoned assistance and a physician was 
sent for but Mr. Pleuss survived but a few minutes. The gun used was a 
revolver which Mrs. Pleuss has owned for years and which she did not 
know her husband had taken. 
Born in the town of Liberty November 1, 1856, Mr. Pleuss up to fifteen 
or twenty years ago, after attaining manhood, was engaged in farming 
there and had since resided in the city, at one time being engaged as 
a park attendant. He is survived by his widow, a second wife and by four 
brothers and one sister, all in Manitowoc county. No inquest was deemed 
necessary and the funeral will be held from the late home 1014 So. Twelfth 
street Tuesday afternoon at 2, the Rev. Machmiller officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, June 25, 1928 Page 2
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[cause: suicide by pistol shot]


GLADYS A. PLEUSS

Gladys A. Pleuss, age 94, formerly of Garfield Apartments, Manitowoc, currently 
residing with her granddaughter, Debbie Plog, of 1610 Farlin Ave., Green Bay, 
died Sunday evening, April 27, 1997, at her residence in Green Bay.
Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, May 1, 1997, at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating 
at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Carl Meulemans with burial to follow 
at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Gladys Cavanaugh was born October 31, 1902, in Reedsville, daughter of 
the late Mathew and Catherine Welsh Cavanaugh. On February 19, 1924, she married 
John Pleuss in Oshkosh. He preceded her in death February 10, 1978. Gladys was a 
teacher in the country schools teaching grades 1-8. Gladys was a devoted wife, 
mother and grandmother. Her close relationship to God helped her to enjoy life to 
its fullest. She loved cooking, tending to her flowers and especially raising her 
grandchildren. She was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church.
Survivors include five grandchildren, Charles Pleuss Sr., Green Bay, Frank Pleuss 
and good friend, Laurie Olson, Green Bay, Barbara Pleuss, Manitowoc, Jackie and Mark 
Zucchi, Manitowoc, Debbie and Ron Plog, Green Bay; a daughter-in-law, Cecilia Pleuss, 
Manitowoc; eight great-grandchildren, Chuck Jr. (Michelle), Jesse, Jonathan and 
Gretchen Pleuss, Jason and Kelly Zucchi, Ron Jr. and Karie Plog; three great-great-
grandchildren, Brianna, Kira and Collin Pleuss. Also surviving are two very special 
friends, Adeline Beeck, Francis Shiesel; along with nieces, nephews, and other 
friends. She was preceded in death by a son, Jack Pleuss, 11 sisters and three 
brothers.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4-9 p.m. Wednesday where 
a prayer service will be held at 6:30 p.m. by Rev. Carl Meulemans.
A special thank you to Unity Hospice and Dr. Jensen of Green Bay.
Herald Times Reporter, April 29, 1997 P. A2
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(Note: SSDI has b. Nov. 7, 1902; obit has b. Oct. 31, 1902)


HAROLD C. PLEUSS

Harold C. Pleuss, 61, of 1316 S. 13th St., Manitowoc, died early Friday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Koch will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pleuss was born June 4, 1913, in the Town of Newton, son of the late 
Louis and Martha Luebke Pleuss. He married Milda Heinz June 22, 1938. He 
moved to Manitowoc from the Town of Newton in 1952, where he was an employe
of Manitowoc Co. Inc. He was also a part time salesman for Pleuss Agency 
Inc.
He was chief deputy sheriff under Sheriff Nichols for three years. He was 
a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Kiel Fish and Game 
Club, Rockea Hunting Club of Collins, Larrabee Sportsman Club, Braile Club, 
Seagulls, Isaac Walton League, Sheriff and Deputy Assn., and a former member 
of the former Lakeshore Lions Club.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, (private); two sisters, Mrs. Olga 
Bratz, of Rt. 1, Kiel, and Mrs. Ruth Brouchoud, of Manitowoc; two grand-
children, (private), and nieces and nephews. A son and two brothers preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 
9 p.m. Sunday, and Monday at the church from noon until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Friday, June 7, 1974
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[d. 06-07-1974/age 61 yrs.]
(04 Jun 1913/Jun 1974/SSDI)


HARVEY A. PLEUSS

Mr. Harvey A. Pleuss, 87, of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, died Monday morning, April 
29, at his residence.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Newtonburg. The Rev. Keith Habberkorn will officiate with burial to 
follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pleuss was born March 9, 1898, at Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late Henry 
and Anna Schrank Pleuss. For most of his life, Mr. Pleuss farmed in the Town of 
Manitowoc Rapids and he also worked for Mirro Corporation for several years, 
retiring in 1963. Mr. Pleuss was an avid bowler for over 50 years. He was a member 
of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Newtonburg.
Survivors include a sister-in-law, Florence Pleuss of Manitowoc; several special 
nieces and nephews, Sharon and Jim Gannon of Mequon, Wisconsin, Jim Pleuss of 
Manitowoc, Roger and Patty Pleuss of Wauwatosa, Erik and Amy Pleuss of Wauwatosa 
and Henry and Karen Pleuss and Luke Pleuss, all of Wausau; five sisters and three 
brothers-in-law, Elsie and Elmer Grosshuesch of Newton, Anna Baryenbruch of 
Manitowoc, Irene Baryenbruch of Manitowoc, Viola and Norbert Rusch of rural Manitowoc 
and Bernice and Edward Kreil of Manitowoc and a brother and two sisters-in-law, Erwin 
and Marie Pleuss of Sebastian, Florida and Lynn Pleuss of Iowa City, Iowa. He was 
preceded in death by three brothers, Norman, Henry and Raymond Pleuss and two sisters, 
Erna Haupt and Linda Vogt.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday 
evening and from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Thursday and then at the church from noon until 
the hour of service. Memorials would be appreciated to St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Newtonburg or Manitowoc Lutheran High School.
Herald Times Reporter, April 30, 1985 P. 3
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Inadvertently omitted from the list of survivors in the Harvey A. Pleuss obituary 
were nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, along with other relatives and 
friends also surviving.
Herald Times Reporter, May 2, 1985 P. 3
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[bur. on Henry Pleuss lot]
(Harvey A. Pleuss/d. 04/28/1985/bur. 05/02/1985/from records of St. Johns Evang. Luth. Ch.)


HENRY PLEUSS    (d. 1933)

RAPIDS LEADER DEATH SUNDAY 
Henry Pleuss, 66, Is To Be Buried Wednesday 
After a three years’ illness Henry Pleuss, 66, town of Manitowoc Rapids cheese-
maker and farmer, died Sunday at the homestead. Funeral services will be held 
Wednesday at 1 p.m. from the home and at 2 p.m. from St. John’s Lutheran church 
at Newtonburg. 
The deceased was born in the town of Liberty in 1867 and spent his entire life 
in the county. For 14 years he was a cheesemaker and then purchased a farm on 
Route 4 which he continued to operate up to the time of his illness three years 
ago. He was married in 1896 to Miss Anna Schrank, who died last June.
Survivors are seven daughters, Mrs. Edmund Voigt, Mrs. Erhardt Haupt and Mrs. 
Elmer Grosshuesch all of Newton, Mrs. Clarence Baryenbruch, Mrs. Herbert 
Baryenbruch, Viola and Bernice, all of Manitowoc Rapids, five sons, Harvey, 
Erwin, Henry and Raymond at home, and Norman of this city, two brothers, Ernst 
Pleuss of Manitowoc Rapids and Herman of this city and a sister, Mrs. George 
Brown of this city. There are also nine grandchildren.
The body was removed to the home from the Pfeffer funeral home this afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 4, 1933  P. 3
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Pleuss Funeral Rites Will Be On Wednesday
Funeral services for Henry Pleuss, Manitowoc rapids cheesemaker and farmer who 
died Sunday will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. from the home and at 1:30 p.m. 
from the St. John’s Lutheran church at Newtonburg. The body will be interred 
in the Evergreen cemetery in this city.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 5, 1933  P. 5
*******
[cause: myocarditis]
(Heinrich Friedrich Pleuss/d. 12/03/1933/bur. 12/06/1933/from records of 
St. Johns Evang. Luth. Ch.)


HERBERT ERNST PLEUSS

Herbert E. Pleuss, age 89, a life long Manitowoc resident died Monday, Sept. 6, 
2004 at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. 
Herbert was born July 28, 1915 at Manitowoc, son of the late Herman and Amalia 
(Geisler) Pleuss. He grew up and was educated in Manitowoc and graduated from 
Lincoln High School with the class of 1933. He received his Bachelor of Arts 
degree in chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1937. Herbert 
was employed at Heresite Chemical Company specializing in paint chemistry for 
40 years prior to his retirement in 1980. On May 16, 1942, he married Kathryn 
Barnstein at First Reformed United Church of Christ. Kathryn preceded him in 
death Oct. 3, 1981. They celebrated 39 years together. Herbert built and enjoyed 
their cottage on English Lake. Herbert was a member of First Reformed United 
Church of Christ, Men's Brotherhood, 50 year member of F. & A. M. Lodge #65 
where he served as secretary for 30 years; Royal Arch Masons, Chapter #16; Royal 
and Select Masters, Council #18; Manitowoc Commandery, #45 where he served as 
recorder for 20 years; Tripoli Shrine, Milwaukee; Two Rivers Shrine Club; and 
Order of Eastern Star, Chapter #196. 
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law: Mark (Nancy) Pleuss, Lakewood, Colo.; 
two daughters: Jilleen (Carl) Neumann, Oshkosh; Karen (Charles) Hoffman, Mishicot; 
five grandchildren: Deanna (Ryan) Duray and Dennis Pleuss, all Lakewood, Colo.; 
Julia (Steve) Binder, Oshkosh; Carl (Tasha) Neumann, Nenana, Alaska; Rebekah 
Hoffman, Mishicot; three great-grandchildren: Paul Binder, Oshkosh; and ReEnna 
and Evan Duray, Lakewood, Colo.; as well as other relatives and friends. In 
addition to his parents and wife, Kathryn, Herbert was preceded in death by a 
sister: Lola Schwab. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 10, 2004 at First Reformed 
United Church of Christ, 3616 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard Runge will 
officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, 2004 at Jens 
Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 1122 S. Eighth St., Manitowoc. A Masonic 
memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. conducted by Past Master Cal Hansen. 
will continue on Friday at First Reformed Church of Christ from 10 a.m. to the 
time of service at 11 a.m. Memorials to First Reformed United Church of Christ 
or the Manitowoc Masonic Lodge would be appreciated. 
The Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory is assisting the Pleuss family. 
The family would like to extend a thank you to all the staff at Wisteria Haus, 
Two Rivers, and North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center for their care and 
compassion. Your kindness will not be forgotten.
Herald Times Reporter, September 2004


HERMAN PLEUSS

H. F. PLEUSS IS FOUND DEAD AT HIS RESIDENCE 
Insurance Man Ends Life, Body Discoverd in Basement By Neighbor 
Herman F. Pleuss, 60, district manager of the Wisconsin Life Insurance company, 
ended his life shortly after noon today in the basement of his home, 1912 South 
12th street. 
The body of Mr. Pleuss, who returned only yesterday from a 10-weeks stay at a 
sanitarium at Wauwatosa, was discovered by Mrs. Frederick Glander, a neighbor. 
She joined with members of the Pleuss family in a search for him.
The shock of the discovery forced Mrs. Glander to her bed and required attendance 
of a physician. 
Telephone messages brought UnderSheriff Richard Hiller, Dr. Gerald Rau, coroner, 
and police officers to the scene. He was pronounced dead by a physician. An inquest 
will be held.
Mr. Pleuss’ act was a shock to his family as he had been in high spirits following 
his return from the sanitarium and made planes for future activities.
The deceased was born in Liberty in 1875 and came to this city when a young man. 
He was employed for many years at the Scheutte Bros. company store. For 20 years 
he has been engaged in the insurance business, the last few years as a district 
manager.
Mr. Pleuss was married in 1903 to Miss Molly Geisler. 
Survivors are his widow; one son Herbert, city; a daughter, Mrs. Erwin Schwab, 
Oshkosh; a sister, Mrs. George Brown, Arizona; a brother, Ernst Pleuss, Manitowoc 
Rapids; and one grandchild.
No funeral arrangements have been made.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 10, 1935  P. 9 
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[bur. 09-12-1935/age 60 yrs./cause: suicide by hanging while insane]


IDA KLOSZINSKI PLEUSS

Mrs. Fred Pleuss, 79, nee Ida Rahn, of 1014 South 12th street, died this noon 
following a lingering illness.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran church, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Pleuss was born in Germany in 1866 and when a girl accompanied her mother 
to this city. Fifty-seven years ago she was married to Otto Kloszinski. He died 
33 years ago and eight years later she was married to Fred Pleuss. He died in 
1933.
A sister-in-law, Mrs. Henry Rahn of route 2, Manitowoc, and several nieces and 
nephews survive.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from noon 
Monday until 10 a.m. Tuesday when it will be moved to the church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 2, 1945 P. 2
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[cause: cerebral apoplexy/bur. on her lot under former name Mrs. Otto Kloszinsky]


JOHN H. PLEUSS

John H. Pleuss, 77, of 1400 N. Baird St., Green Bay, died Friday in a Green Bay 
Hospital. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday in Bethel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Green Bay. The Rev. Ausmund Norson will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pleuss was the son of the late Charles and Minnie Pleuss and married Gladys 
Cavanaugh 53 years ago. He had been office manager for Northwestern Asbestos and 
Cork Insulating Co. for 23 years and later office manager for Pleuss and Sons 
Insulating Co for seven years, retiring in 1972. He was a senior member of the 
Downtown Kiwanis Club.
Survivors include his wife, a son, Jack of Wausaukee; two sisters, Mrs. Agon 
(Hertha) Haupt of Manitowoc and Mrs. George (Min) Kirt of Green Bay; five 
grandchildren; two step-grandchildren and a step great grandchild. A sister, 
Leona preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Malcore Funeral Home, University Ave. and Baird St., Green 
Bay after 4 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Saturday, Feb. 11, 1978 - page 3
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[d. at Green Bay, WI/bur. on Mrs. Minnie C. Pleuss lot]


JOSEPHINE L. PLEUSS

Josephine L. Pleuss, age 72, of 1211 Grand Ave., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning, 
September 16, 1993, at Bellin Memorial Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral Services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 21, 1993, at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating 
at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. James Stamborski with burial at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Josephine Kelsey was born June 30, 1921, at Denmark, Wis., daughter of 
the late Lynn F. and Alma J. Seaton Kelsey. She was a graduate of Lincoln High 
School with the class of 1940. She married Fred Pleuss Janury 10, 1942, at Fond 
du Lac. Mrs. Pleuss was employed at Stangel's Super Value for many years until her 
retirement in 1983. She was a member of St. Andre Catholic Church.
Survivors include her husband, Fred Pleuss, Manitowoc; two sons an a daughter-in-law, 
Lynn and Mary Jo Pleuss, Fond du Lac, Peter Pleuss, Manitowoc; a daughter and son-
in-law, Cindy and Mike Perrigoue, Green Bay; a daughter-in-law, Carmen Lesperance, 
Manitowoc; two sisters, Dolores Swokowski, Manitowoc, Betsy Moore, Green Bay; five 
grandchildren; three step-grandchildren and one great granddaughter. She is further 
survived by two sisters-in-law, Anita Oberland, Manitowoc, Harriett Grall and her 
husband Buzz, Manitowoc; nieces, nephew, other relatives and friends survive. She 
was also preceded in death by a son Terry in 1969.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Monday where a prayer 
service will be held at 7:30 p.m. by Rev. James Stamborski.
Herald Times Reporter, September 18, 1993  P. A2
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[d. at Green Bay WI/wife of Frederick Pleuss/bur. on Ernst Pleuss lot]


JUNIAS H. PLEUSS

Junias H. Pleuss, 90, of 2324 Michigan Ave., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning, 
Feb. 17, at Memorial hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
The Rev. Bruce W. Hanstedt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Pleuss was born Aug. 20, 1892, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of the 
late Ernst and Martha Lindeman Pleuss. He grew up and was educated in schools in 
Manitowoc Rapids Township and attended Manitowoc Business College. He lived in 
Manitowoc a short time before moving to Racine. In 1917, he returned to Manitowoc 
where he was deputy Register of Deeds. He married Marie M. Morgan June 19, 1921, 
at Brookfield, Ill. In 1923, he founded the Junias H. Pleuss Realty Company, from 
which he had retired a few years ago. He still remained president of Pleuss 
Investment Corporation.
Mr. Pleuss was active in many clubs and organizations in Manitowoc and Manitowoc 
County. Some of his memberships include: First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc County 
Historical Society, Men's Garden Club, Little Gallery, Houdini Club, Rahr-West 
Museum, Y.M.C.A., Bay-Lakes Council Boy Scouts of America, American Association 
of Retired Persons, Branch River Country Club, Elks Lodge No. 687, Manitowoc County 
Expo, Manitowoc Senior Center, Sea Gull Club, Manitowoc-Two Rivers Chamber of 
Commerce, Manitowoc County Braille Club, Manitowoc Maritime Museum and Manitowoc 
Lions Club of which he was past president.
Survivors include his wife Marie, a sister-in-law, Lydia Pleuss of Manitowoc; a niece, 
Violet Toppe of Watertown and six nephews, Howard Pleuss of Appleton and Paul Pleuss 
and Vernon, Earl, Rueben and Lloyd Hecker of Manitowoc. Three brothers and two sisters 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 6 o'clock to 9 
o'clock this Friday evening until 11 a.m. Saturday and then at the church from noon 
until the time of service. Memorials may be made to Manitowoc County Braille Club, 
First Lutheran Church, Memorial Hospital or to the charity of the donor's choice.
Herald Times Reporter, February 18, 1983  P. 3


KATHRYN M. (BARNSTEIN) PLEUSS

Mrs. Herbert (Kathryn) Pleuss, 65, of 1357 Kellner St., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
evening, October 3, at Appleton Memorial Hospital.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Arthur Wille will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pleuss, the former Kathryn Barnstein, was born July 13, 1916, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Dr. Frederick and Adela Clusen Barnstein. She attended 
Manitowoc Schools and was graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 
1934. She was married to Herbert Pleuss May 16, 1942, at Manitowoc. The couple 
resided here all their lives. Mrs. Pleuss was a member of First Reformed United 
Church of Christ, Ladies Aid Society of the church and Manitowoc-Two Rivers 
Shrine Auxiliary. She was past matron of Order of Eastern Star 196 of Manitowoc, 
past guardian of Jobs Daughters Bethel No. 11 and former district deputy of Grand 
Chapter Order of Eastern Star. For a number of years, Mrs. Pleuss served as 
activity director at Family Heritage Nursing Home.
Survivors include her husband, Herbert, a son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Mary 
Pleuss of Denver, Colo.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Jilleen and Carl Neumann 
of Oshkosh and Karen and Charles Hoffman of Two Rivers; two sisters and a brother-
in-law, Winifred and Kenneth Beck and Margaret Beck of Manitowoc, four grand-
children, cousins, neices and nephews.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 6 o'clock to 9 o'clock this 
Monday evening and 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, and then at the church from noon 
until the time of service. Eastern Star memorial services will be 7:30 o'clock 
this evening. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
Herald Times Reporter, October 5, 1981 P. 3
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[d. Appleton, WI]


LENDORIS E. PLEUSS

Lendoris E. Pleuss, 68, of 423 Paterson Street, Des Moines, Iowa, died August 23, 
1991, of cancer, at her daughters home in Des Moines.
Graveside services 10 a.m. Monday at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Born July 8, 1923, at Liberty, Wis., residing in Iowa city for 17 years. She was 
employed in Dietary Management at the University of Iowa, Iowa City.
Survivors include a daughter, Mary Burke of West Des Moines, Iowa; two grandsons; 
three brothers, Wilbur, Edwin and Herbert Lenz of Sheboygan, Wis.; a sister, Mrs. 
Joe Manser of Sheboygan, Wis. Preceded by a son, eight sisters, and parents, 
August and Mary Lenz.
Caldwell-Brien-Robbins Funeral Home, Des Moines, are assisting the family.
Herald Times Reporter, August 25, 1991 P. B12
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[d. at Des Moines Iowa/widow of Raymond A. Pleuss]


LILLIAN M. PLEUSS

Mrs. Carl J. (Lillian M.) Pleuss, 85, of 1433 N. Sixth St., Manitowoc, died 
Monday morning in Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 
pm Wednesday in Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Keith 
Haag will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pleuss, nee Lillian Rahmlow, was born Dec. 31, 1892 in the Town of Two 
Rivers, daughter of the late Henry and Fridricke Mahnke Rahmlow. She was 
educated in Two Rivers Schools and married to Carl J. Pleuss Sept. 18, 1913 
in Two Rivers. They farmed in the Town of Newton until 1943 and then resided 
in Manitowoc. Mr. Pleuss preceded her in death June 15, 1972. She was a member 
of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church and former member of Ladies Aid Society 
of the church and Newtonburg Homemakers.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Howard and Carole Pleuss of Appleton, 
a son-in-law, William Thomas of Manitowoc; brothers and sisters-in-law, Mr. and 
Mrs. Gilbert Rahmlow of Mishicot, Henry Rahmlow of Manitowoc and Mrs. Paul (Erma) 
Rahmlow of Two Rivers; 10 grandchildren; four great grandchildren and nieces and 
nephews.  A daughter, Mrs. Marion Thomas, two brothers and three sisters preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call in Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 o'clock to 9 
o'clock this Tuesday afternoon and in the church from noon Wednesday until the 
time of service. Memorials may be made to Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church or 
Manitowoc Lutheran High School.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, Dec. 26, 1978 page 26
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On Thursday afternoon at St. John's parsonage, the Rev. Mr. Doehler officiating, 
Mr. Carl J. Pleuss of Manitowoc Rapids and Miss Lillian Rahmlow, daughter of Mr. 
and Mrs. Henry Rahmlow of the Town of Two Rivers were joined in wedlock.
The Reporter, Sat., Sept. 30, 1913


LOUIS PLEUSS    (d. 1955)

Louis E. Pleuss, 79, of 826? S. 19th St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning at 
Holy Family Hospital after an illness of four months.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church in Manitowoc with the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Pleuss was born May 23?, 1885, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids. In 1908, 
he married the former Martha Luebke and the couple settled on a farm in the 
Town of Newton.
The couple moved to Manitowoc in 1913?. He was employed at the Rahr Malting Co. 
and the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. and retired four years ago. Mrs. Pleuss died in 
1952. 
He was a former trustee of the St. Paul Lutheran Church at Clover and was former 
clerk of the Town of Newton School Board District No. Eight.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Albert Bratz of Rt. 1, Valders and Mrs. 
Marvin Brouchoud of Manitowoc; a son, Harold of Manitowoc; three brothers, Carl, 
Edwin and Junias of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Emil Hecker of Rt. 4, Manitowoc; 
and nine grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 p.m. 
Tuesday until 10 a.m. Wednesday when the body will be moved to the church to lie 
in state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 7, 1955  P. 14
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[d. 11-07-1955/age 70 yrs./cause: hypostatic pneumonia]


LYDIA PLEUSS    (d. 1993)

Mrs. Edwin (Lydia) Pleuss, age 98, formerly of 1025 S. 17th St., Manitowoc, died 
Monday, April 19, 1993, at the Manitowoc County Health Care Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 21, 1993, at First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church. The Revs. Arno Wolfgramm and Bruce Bitter will 
officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born January 13, 1895, at Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of the late Frederick 
and Dorathea Meyer Eberhardt. She was married to Edwin F. Pleuss, October 20, 1914, 
at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. Lydia was a lifelong member of First 
German Evangelical Lutheran Church, and its Ladies Aide.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Violet and Carleton Toppe, Watertown; 
a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Esther Pleuss, Manitowoc; seven grandchildren; 17 great 
grandchildren; two step-granddaughters; four step-great grandchildren; a sister-
in-law, Mrs. Marie Pleuss, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives 
and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin in 1959; 
a son Paul in 1992; a daughter-in-law, Betty Pleuss in 1960; a granddaughter, 
Marysue Pleuss in 1993; and brothers Herbert and Reinhold Eberhardt.
Friends may call at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church on Wednesday from noon 
until the time of service at 2 p.m.
Memorial to First German Lutheran or Wisconsin Synod Tape Ministries would be 
appreciated.
Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, April 19, 1993 P. A2
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[widow of Edwin Pleuss]


MARIE M. PLEUSS    (d. 1955)

Mrs. Junias Marie Pleuss, age 100, of 2324 Michigan Ave., Manitowoc, 
died Wednesday, December 20, 1995, at Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center.
Marie M. Morgan was born on August 28, 1895, in Elroy, Wis., daughter 
of the late Robert E. and Samantha Farra Morgan. She married to 
Junias H. Pleuss January 19, 1921, in Brookfield, Ill. He preceded 
her in death on February 17, 1983. She was also preceded in death by 
one sister, Mrs. C.G. (Bonnie) Babcock, on February 3, 1942. Marie 
Pleuss resided in Manitowoc all of her married life. The couple were 
long time members of First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. In past years 
Marie was an active member of many local civic organizations. Together 
with her husband she was honored as a sponsor of the Manitowoc Harbor 
Exhibit at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum. She also received an honorary 
life membership in the Manitowoc County Historical Society, in 
recognition of her support and interest in the society's projects.
She is survived by four nephews, Howard Pleuss, Appleton, Earl, Lloyd 
and Vernon Hecker, all of Manitowoc; one niece, Mrs. Carlton (Violet) 
Toppe, Watertown, Wis.; many other caring relatives and friends.
Funeral Services will be held at First Lutheran Chapel, 521 North 8th 
Street, Manitowoc, on Saturday, December 23, 1995, at 3 p.m. Burial 
will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends and relatives may call at the chapel from 1 p.m. until the time 
of serice.
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Services, Manitowoc, assisted the 
family with the arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 21, 1995 P. A2
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[age 100 yrs./widow of Junias H. Pleuss]


MARTHA PLEUSS    (d. 1931)

HEART STROKE FATAL TO MRS. ERNST PLEUSS 
Well Known Resident Stricken After She Visits City Monday On a Shopping Trip 
Mrs. Martha Pleuss, wife of Ernst Pleuss, town of Manitowoc Rapids resident, 
passed away at four o’clock this morning at the home, from a heart attack. She 
was 64 years of age. Funeral services will be held on Thursday leaving the home 
on Highway 31 at 1:30 with services at two o’clock from the Evangelical Lutheran 
church, Eighth and Marshall streets, with Rev. Koeninger officiating.
The passing of Mrs. Pleuss was sudden. She had suffered from a cold but had 
apparently recovered and was in the city yesterday on a shopping trip. She was 
feeling well at nine o’clock when she retired but suffered a sudden heart attack 
early this morning and passed away. She enjoyed a wide circle of friends and was 
beloved by all who knew her.
Married in 1885 
The maiden name of the deceased was Martha Lindemann and she was born in the town 
of Liberty May 20, 1866. She was married to Ernst Pleuss in 1885 and leaves besides 
her husband, one daughter, Mrs. Emil Hecker, and four sons, Louis, Carl, Edwin and 
Junias Pleuss. Another daughter, Wanda, preceded her in death several years ago, 
being killed in an automobile accident. There are also nine grandchildren.
After their marriage in 1885 Mr. and Mrs. Pleuss settled on a farm in Manitowoc 
Rapids, where they have continued to reside.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 13, 1931 P. 2
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[bur. 1-15-1930/age 64 yrs/cause: coronary sclerosis/died at Manitowoc Rapids, WI/
bur. on E.F. Pleuss lot]


MARTHA PLEUSS  (d. 1952)

Mrs. Louis Pleuss, 68, (photo) of 826 South 19th St., Manitowoc, 
died Sunday morning at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, 
following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. L.H. Koeninger will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Martha Luedke in Newton in 1884 and in 1908 was married 
to Mr. Pleuss. They located on a farm in the town and in 1943 retired 
and moved to Manitowoc.
Survivors are her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Albert Bratz of Valders 
and Mrs. Marvin Brouchoud of Manitowoc; a son, Harold of Manitowoc; 
brother, Arnold of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Alvina Boldt of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. Anna Tuschl of Liberty; and ten grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Mantiwooc, 
The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 8, 1952 P.2
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[12-07-1952/age 68 yrs./bur. on Louis Pleuss lot]


MILDA PLEUSS

Milda H. Pleuss, age 93, a resident of Riverwood Estate, Manitowoc, and formerly 
of 1316 S. 13 St., Manitowoc, entered into eternal life on Thursday, Sept. 11, 
2008, at River's Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Milda was born on April 2, 1915, in the town of Newton, to the late Fred and 
Mary (Wicke) Heinz. She graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, with the 
class of 1933. On June 22, 1938, Milda married Harold Pleuss at First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manitowoc. Harold preceded her in death on June 6, 
1974. She had worked at Westphals Hardware Store for many years. Milda was a 
lifelong member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church and was also a member 
of the Ladies Aid of the church. She volunteered for The Manitowoc Senior Center, 
The Angels Society of Manitowoc Health Care Center and The Lakeshore Visually 
Impaired Support Group. Milda enjoyed spending her time gardening, especially 
raising her geraniums, and above all enjoyed the time she was able to spend with 
her family and her friends.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was preceded in death by an infant son; four brothers: Elmore, Alfred, Allyn 
and Roland Heinz; and three sisters-in-law: Leona, Florence and JoAnn.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, at First 
German Evangelical Lutheran Church from 9 a.m. until the start of the funeral 
service at 11 a.m. The Rev. Steven Hahm will officiate, with burial to follow 
at Evergreen Cemetery.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 12, 2008


MINNIE PLEUSS

Mrs. William Pleuss(sic), 67, of route 4, Manitowoc, died last night at the 
Holy Family hospital, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the First German 
Evangelical Lutheran church, the Rev. L.H. Koeninger officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen cemetery.
She was born Minnie Cummings in Liberty in 1881 and in 1898 was married 
to Mr. Pleuss. They located on the homestead farm in Manitowoc Rapids. 
Mr. Pleuss died 19 years ago.
Survivors are a son, John of this city; three daughters, Mrs. Herbert 
Eberhardt of route 4, Manitowoc, Mrs. Agon Haupt of route 5, Manitowoc, 
and Mrs. George Krit of Sheboygan; three brothers, William of Newton, 
John of this city, and Fred of East Troy, Wis.; two sisters, Mrs. Herman 
Vetter and Mrs. Henry Jonas of this city; and seven grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after 
Tuesday noon and will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Wednesday to 
lie in state until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, April 5, 1948 P. 2
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Funeral services for Mrs. Charles Pleuss, 67, of route 4, Manitowoc, who 
died Sunday night, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the First German 
Evangelical Lutheran church, the Rev. L.H. Koeninger officiating.
The Herald Times inadvertently listed her as Mrs. William Pleuss Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 6, 1948 P. 2


NORMAN E. PLEUSS

Norman E. Pleuss, 66, of 1505 Madison St., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after an illness of several months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Pleuss was born Oct. 28, 1896, at Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late Henry 
and Anna Schrank Pleuss. He was a graduate of Manitowoc Business College in 1919 
and worked as a bookkeeper until his retirement a year ago.
Among survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Harold Richards of Freeland, Mich.; four 
brothers, Harvey and Henry of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, and Erwin and Raymond of Manitowoc; 
five sisters, Mrs. Elmer Grosshusch of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, Mrs. Anna Baryenbruch, 
Mrs. Herbert Baryenbruch and Mrs. Edward Kreil of Manitowoc and Mrs. Norbert Rusch 
of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, and four grandchildren. Three sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 8, 1962   P. 11
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[d. 11-08-1962/age 66 yrs./bur. on Henry Pleuss lot]
(26 Oct 1896/Nov 1962/SSDI)


PAUL PLEUSS

Funeral services for Paul H. Pleuss, age 68, of 1409 Nagle Avenue, Manitowoc, 
who died Wedneday, February 12, 1992, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, 
will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, at 2 p.m. on Saturday, 
February 15, at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. The Revs. Arno 
Wolfgramm and Bruce Bitter will officiate with burial to follow in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
He was born August 19, 1923 at Manitowoc, son of Lydia Eberhardt Pleuss and the 
late Edwin Pleuss. He grew up in Manitowoc and was educated at First German 
Lutheran School and graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, in 1941. He 
also attended the University of Wisconsin at Madison. From 1943 until 1945 he 
served in the U.S. Army. From 1947 until 1966 he worked for the Manitowoc Mutual 
Fire Insurance Company. From 1966 until 1970 he owned and operated Behnke Monument 
Company of Manitowoc. From 1973 until his retirement in 1987 he worked in the 
office of Lakeside Machine Shop of Manitowoc. He was married to Elizabeth Schlei 
on January 31, 1948 at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. She preceded him 
in death on September 20, 1980. He then married Esther Cherney on April 27, 1983 
at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church of Manitowoc. He was a member of First 
German Evangelical Lutheran Church. He was a very active member of various church 
organizations. He also served on the Board of Control at Manitowoc Lutheran High 
School.
He is survived by his wife, Esther, of Manitowoc; his mother, Lydia Pleuss, of 
Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law, Bradley and Cathryn Pleuss of South Bend, 
Ind.; three daughters and a son-in-law, Mary Sue Pleuss of Watertown, S.D., Kathryn 
and Rev. Fred Zimmerman of Kaukaulin, Mich., Sara Pleuss of LaCrosse, Wis.; two 
step daughters and sons-in-law, Jane and John Miller of Kingsford, Mich., Susan 
and Lee James Irwin of Falls Church, Va.; seven grandchildren; one sister and 
brother-in-law, Violet and Carleton Toppe of Watertown, Wis.; his father-in-law, 
Dewey Kasten of Mishicot, Wis.; two brothers-in-law, and their wives, Rev. Charles 
and Evelyn Schlei of Manitowoc, Everett and Joanne Kasten of Mishicot. Nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends also survive.
Memorials to First German Youth Group or the American Cancer Society would be 
appreciated.
Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 5- to 8 p.m. 
on Friday and Saturday at the church from noon until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, February 13, 1992  P. A7
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[widower of Elizabeth Pleuss/remarried]


RAYMOND A. PLEUSS

Raymond A. Pleuss, 49, of 1406 Kuhl St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Friday at Wausau Memorial Hospital, Wausau.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 a.m. Tuesday at First Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Vernon Anderson will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pleuss was born Oct. 5, 1918, at Manitowoc, son of the late Henry 
and Ann Schrank Pleuss. He was graduated from Lincoln High School, 
Manitowoc in 1936 and was manager of Haupt Transit Co., Manitowoc, 
until 1958. He founded the Manitowoc Milk Transit Co. and was co-owner-
operator. Mr. Pleuss married Lendoris Lenz Nov. 9, 1940, at Manitowoc. 
He was a member of Elks Post 687, Manitowoc. 
Survivors include his wife; a son, (private); a daughter (private); 
three brothers Harvey and Henry of Rt, 4, Manitowoc, and Erwin of 
Manitowoc; five sisters. Mrs. Elmer Grosshuesch of Rt 3 Manitowoc; 
Mrs. Ann Baryenbruch, Mrs. Herbert  Baryenbruch and Mrs. Edward Kreil 
of Manitowoc and Mrs. Norbert Rusch of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, and a grandchild.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 
3 p.m. Monday until noon Tuesday when the casket will be taken to the 
church where the body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, August 3, 1968
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[d. 08-02-1968/age 49 yrs./bur. on Lendoris E. Pleuss lot]
(05 Oct 1918/Aug 1968/SSDI)


TERRY J. PLEUSS

Missing Men Found Dead From Wilke Lake Two Drowning Victims in Still in Automobile
Pleuss, Jacobson Object of Search Since Saturday
KIEL—The bodies of two young married men missing since Wednesday night or early 
Thursday were recovered from an automobile submerged in about eight feet of water 
in Wilke Lake 3-1/2 miles northeast of this city Sunday morning.
The drowning victims were identified by Manitowoc County authorities as Terry J. 
Pleuss, 24, of 1927 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, and Thomas A. Jacobson, 25, of Rt. 1, 
Cato. Each was the father of two children.
The men were pronounced dead at the scene by Dr. R. G. Strong, acting county 
coroner.
Investigating officers said the Pleuss car drove off a boat landing and continued 
about 120 feet into the water before it stopped. A blacktopped town road with a 
gradual 50 foot incline leads into the boat landing area.
(snip)
Mr. Pleuss was born April 26, 1945, at Manitowoc, son of Frederick A. and 
Josephine L. Kelsey Pleuss. He attended St. Andrew Parochial School and was 
graduated in 1963 from Lincoln High School. He married Carmen Hardtke Feb. 1, 
1967, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He was a member of the International 
Association of Machinists.
Survivors include the two daughters (names omitted for privacy), at home; his 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick A. Pleuss, of Manitowoc; a sister (name omitted), 
of Green Bay, two brothers (names omitted); paternal grandfather, E. L. Pleuss, 
and maternal grandmother, Mrs. Lynn Kelsey, of Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 12 
noon at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. D. L. Krembs will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home where at 7 o’clock this Monday evening the 
Rosary will be recited.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 14, 1969   P. 1, P. 12
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(Note: This article has been split each part put with the person who died)
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[bur. on Ernest Pleuss lot]


VERNON K. PLEUSS

Mr. and Mrs. Carl Pleuss mourn the loss of their little baby 
which lived but a few hours. 
Manitowoc Herald News, July 27, 1920  P. 1
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[bur 07-27-1920/cause: asphyxia nemalin/bur. on Carl Pleuss lot/
born and died 07-27-1920]


WANDA PLEUSS

RUN DOWN BY AUTO, 11-YEAR OLD GIRL DIES OF INJURIES 
WANDA PLEUSS, DAUGHTER OR ERNST PLEUSS AT BROWN’S CORNERS, VICTIM OF FATAL 
ACCIDENT SUNDAY AFTERNOON 
DRIVER WRECKS CAR IN EFFORT TO SAVE GIRL 
Wanda Pleuss, aged 11, daughter or Mr. and Mrs. Ernst Pleuss, residing near 
Brown’s Corners off the Silver Lake road, sustained fatal injuries Sunday 
afternoon when she was run down by an automobile driven by R. A. Mayer, of 
Marinette, and occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Mayer and C.W. Collier and wife, of 
Green Bay. In an effort to avoid the accident and save the child Mr. Mayer 
wrecked the Ford car which he was driving by ditching it, one of the front 
wheels of the machine being demolished.
With her sister the Pleuss child, whose parents were away from home for the 
day, was walking on the road near Brown’s Corners on their way to visit with 
a neighbor. They were playing along the highway just south of the Corners and 
descending the hill near the Carl Pleuss place when the Mayer car, which with 
its party was enroute from Green Bay to Milwaukee, turned onto the road. The 
unfortunate girl is said to have started to cross the road in front of the car, 
became confused and turned back and then as Mr. Mayer turned his machine to 
avoid a collision, the girl again moved onto the road to cross and stepped 
directly in front of the car. The automobile struck the child just as it 
plunged its way into the ditch and was partially overturned as the front 
wheel gave way.
The girl’s head was crushed and the skull fractured and it was apparent at once 
that her injuries were fatal. Mr. Mayer after dispatching Mr. Collier to summon 
a physician, wrapped the injured child in his overcoat and carried her to the 
home of C. Drumm, which was the nearest house to the scene of the accident. 
Physicians who hurried from the city in response to the call attended the injured 
child but held out no hope that her life could be saved and at midnight, ten hours 
after the accident, she passed away.
Mr. Mayer and party returned to this city at once and remained here to await the 
holding of an inquest which it was said would be held, Mr. Mayer was completely 
overcome by the sad accident and was under the care of a physician last night, 
the shock having made him ill.
According to members of the Mayer party, the automobile was proceeding at a slow 
rate at the time of the accident, Mr. Mayer having slowed down in taking the hill 
which was descending and braked the car when he attempted to avoid the collision 
by turning the machine. The little girl had become confused in her attempt to 
cross the road to join her sister who was on the opposite side of the highway 
and her indecision and action in running to cross the street and then returning 
caused the accident. It is said that the child started to cross the road and then 
turned back three times. 
Mr. and Mrs. Pleuss, parents of the child were spending the day with friends at 
Newton and hurried home upon receiving news of the accident. The dead girl was 11 
years of age and had but recently recovered from an operation which she underwent.
The accident is one that will call forth the sympathy of the community not alone 
for Mr. and Mrs. Pleuss but for Mr. Mayer, driver of the car whose grief over the 
tragedy has completely unnerved him. 
The accident happened about 2 o’clock and Sheriff Schuette immediately departed 
for the scene to investigate. Many automobiles and other conveyances, visited the 
scene from the city during the afternoon.
Inquest on Friday--
Coroner Falge and District Attorney Healy today called an inquest on the death of 
the Pleuss girl and the inquest will be held Friday. Mr. Mayer and his party left 
today to continue their trip to Milwaukee and will return Thursday in time to 
testify at the inquest.
The funeral of the dead child will be held Wednesday afternoon from the late home.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, September 14, 1914  P. 1
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AUTO DRIVER WHO FOLLOWED MAYER CAR TO BE WITNESS AT INQUEST IN DEATH OF PLEUSS CHILD 
Another witness to the automobile accident on the Green Bay road Sunday when little 
Wanda Pleuss was killed is said to have been found in the person of a driver of an 
automobile which was following the road of the Mayer-Collier car and witnessed the 
accident from a short distance in rear of the car. The name of the witness has not 
been given but it is said that he will be summoned as a witness at the inquest which 
will be held Friday morning when the Mayer-Collier party will return from Milwaukee 
and testify. 
The accident happened on the crest of the hill which the Mayer machine was ascending, 
instead of descending as reported, and it is said that in view of this fact the 
machine must have been going at a fair rate. The nature of the injury suffered by 
the Pleuss child is said by physicians to indicate that the car was not traveling 
at slow rate.
The funeral of the Pleuss child will be held from the late hme at 1:30 and from the 
Lutheran church in this city at 2 o’clock Thursday afternoon. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, September 15, 1914 P. 3
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[bur.09-17-1914/cause: fracture of skull by auto/bur on E.F. Pleuss lot]


WILHELMINE PLEUSS

DEATH ENDS ILLNESS OF MORE THAN YR.
Death which came to her early today, released Mrs. Wilhelmina, wife 
of Frederick Pleuss, 1014 South Twelfth street, from sufferings of an 
illness of more than a year. Mrs. Pleuss had been a patient sufferer 
and during the past few weeks had failed rapidly. 
Decedent was born at Liberty April 1, 1862 being 55 years of age. She 
is survived by her husband. The funeral will be held from the Lutheran 
church Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, December 28, 1917, Page 1
*******
[bur. 12-30-1917/cause: tesm. of the hroup/bur on Fred Pleuss lot]


ALBIE I. PLINSKE

Mrs. Alfred Plinske, 69, of 1124 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died early Sunday 
morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after an illness of 1-1/2 years. 
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Gervase J. Zanotti officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Plinske, the former Albie Miller, was born Dec. 20, 1894, in the Town of 
Manitowoc, daughter of the late Ferdinand and Louisa Zarn Miller. She was married 
to Alfred Plinske, Nov. 24, 1921, and the couple resided at Manitowoc.
Prior to her marriage, Mrs. Plinske taught school at Fillmore, Owen, Reedsville, 
Brillion and Two Creeks. She operated a tourist home at Manitowoc for 30 years on 
St. Clair Street. She was a former president of Westminster Circle and a deaconess 
of First Presbyterian Church at the time of her death.
Survivors include her husband, a son, (private), a daughter, (private), two brothers, 
Ferdinand and George, of Manitowoc, two sisters, Mrs. Carmen Brodtke, of Cato and Mrs. 
Hugo Plinske, of Manitowoc and three grandchildren. A sister and a brother preceded 
her in death.
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 be in state 
until the hour of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 8, 1964  P. 5
*********
[age 69 yrs./wife of Alfred C. Plinske]


ALFRED C. PLINSKE

Alfred Plinske, 76, of 1124 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon 
at home following a coronary attack. 
Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in Phipps Memorial Chapel of 
First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanoti will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Plinske was born Nov. 15, 1891, at Sheboygan, son of the late William and 
Ida Abel Plinske. He came to Manitowoc as a young man where he married Albie 
Miller Nov. 24, 1921. A truck driver with Mirror Aluminum Co., Manitowoc, he 
was a member of the company 25-Year Club and received a citation from the State 
of Wisconsin for driving one million miles without a traffic accident. He was 
named Wisconsin Truck Driver of the year in 1956, the year of his retirement. 
Mr. Plinske was a veteran of World War I and was a member of Drews-Bleser American 
Legion Post 88. His wife preceded him in death June 7, 1964.
Survivors include a son, (private); a daughter, (private); three sisters, Mrs. 
Flora Williams of Milwaukee, Mrs. Mabel Clark of Toledo, Ohio, and Mrs. Ida Bump 
of Cedarburg; and three grandchildren. A sister and three brothers preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until noon Tuesday 
and then at the chapel until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 11, 1968  P. 18
*******
[d. 11-09-1968/age 76 yrs.](15 Nov 1891/Nov 1968/SSDI)


CHARLOTTE PLINSKE

Death on Mon. morning of Mrs. Charlotte Plinske in the residence of her son,
Ferdinand Plinske on North 11th St. in Manitowoc. The deceased who had
reached the age of 82 yrs. 4 mos., will be buried Fri. afternoon in the city 
cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 16 Mar. 1893
********
[cause: old age]


EDNA PLINSKE

Mrs. George Plinski(sic), 61 of 1108 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
evening at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc where she had been a patient the past 
eight days. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Jens Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Richard Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The (illegible) was born at Brillion, May 20, 1896, daughter of the late Edward 
and Ella Deihoff Sachse. She came to Manitowoc as a child with her parents and 
worked for a time at the Trost Box Factory prior to her marriage. She was married 
to Mr. Plinski at Chicago January 18, 1918. The couple settled in Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Roy Olson of Ironwood, Mich. 
and Miss Eudora Plinski of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Charles Plantico and Mrs. 
Marshall Long of Manitowoc and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, Oct. 7, 1957 page 13
********
[d. 10-05-1957/age 61 yrs./cause: generalized carcinomatosis/wife of George Plinske/
bur. on Ed. Sachse lot]


FRED PLINSKE

Death in Green Bay on Mon. of Ferdinand Plinske, a former resident 
of our city, at the age of 50 from consumption. The deceased had 
gone to Green Bay about a month ago for hospital treatment. He was 
single. The body was brought here and will be buried this afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 29 Aug. 1901
*******
[cause: consumption]


GEORGE PLINSKE

George Plinske, 74, of Green Bay, formerly of Manitowoc, died late Thursday 
evening at a Green Bay hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Jeans Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
with the Rev. Ellsworth E. Freyer of Green Bay officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Plinske was born Oct. 18, 1888, at Sheboygan, son of the late William and 
Ida Abel Plinske. The family moved to Manitowoc where he attended schools. He 
was a marine engineer on the Great Lakes until 1937 when he was employed at 
Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. He retired in 1958. He married Edna Sachse Jan. 18, 
1918, at Chicago. He was a member of the Resurrection Lutheran Church of Green 
Bay and a member of the Men's Club of the church. He was also a member of 
International Association of Machinists of Manitowoc Lodge 516. His wife died 
in 1957.
Among survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Raymond Olson of Green Bay and Mrs. 
Ernest Pribek of Manitowoc; three brothers, Alfred and Hugo of Manitowoc and 
William of King, Wis.; three sisters, Mrs. Lynn Beump of Cedarburg, Wis., Mrs. 
Arthur Williams of Milwaukee and Mrs. Edward Clark of Toledo, Ohio. A sister 
and a brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials have been 
established in his honor at his church. 
Two Rivers Reporter, May 4, 1963  P. M-9
********
[d. 05-02-1963 at Green Bay WI/age 74 yrs./bur. on Ed Sachse lot]
(18 Oct 1888/May 1963/SSDI)


HENRIETTE PLINSKE

Death on Mon. evening here of Mrs. Henriette Plinski, 
widow of the late John Plinski. She was 74 yrs. 12 days 
of age, the mother of Wilhelm Plinski, and mother-in-law 
of Messrs. Christian Daeke, Louis Bartke And Mr. Rosenthal, 
the teacher. The funeral will take place this afternoon in 
the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 26 Feb. 1891
*******
[cause: general debility]


HILDEGARD M. PLINSKE

Mrs. Hugo F. Plinske, 81, of 1030 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday 
afternoon at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at First Presbyterian Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervasse J. Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Plinske, nee Hildgard Miller, was born March 14, 1893, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Ferdinand and Louisa Zarn Miller. She was married to 
Hugo F. Plinske June 26, 1915, at Manitowoc. She was employed at Henderson 
Hoyt Department Store, Manitowoc, for many years and later as a cook at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, until her retirement in 1958. Her husband 
preceded her in death Feb. 17, 1867. She was a member of First Presbyterian 
Church, Lydia Circle and Ladies Aid Society of the church. 
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Earl J. (Naomi) Kreisa, and a brother, 
George F. Miller, of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Carmen Brodtke, of Cato; three 
grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A brother and two sisters preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 to 9 
o’clock this Friday evening and at the church from noon Saturday until the time 
of service. Memorials may be made ot First Presbyterian Church or American 
Cancer Society. 
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, November 29, 1974  P. 16
********
[d. 11-28-1974/age 81 yrs./widow of Hugo F. Plinske]
(b. 14 Mar. 1893/d. Nov. 1974/SSDI)
(Note: Heading on obit has Hildegard A. Plinske)


HUGO F. PLINSKE

Hugo F. Plinske, 80, of 1030 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly of a 
coronary attack Friday evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Plinske was born Dec. 27, 1886, in Manitowoc, son of the late William and 
Ida Abel Plinske. As a child he and his parents lived four years in Sheboygan, 
then returned to Manitowoc. 
He married Hildegarde Miller June 26, 1915 in Manitowoc. 
Mr. Plinske was educated in Manitowoc schools. He belonged for 15 years to the 
old Company H, Wisconsin National Guard, serving as a sergeant. He was a member 
of the Modern Woodman insurance lodge and Painters Local 499, AFL-CIO. He 
returned as a painter-contractor in 1958.
Surviving are his wife; one daughter, Mrs. Earl (Naomi) Kreisa; one brother, 
Alfred, of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Flora Williams of Milwaukee, Mrs. 
Edward Clark of Toledo, Mrs. Ida Bump of Cedarburg, and three grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 p.m. Monday until the time of the 
funeral service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 18, 1967  P. 5
*******
[d. 02-17-1967/age 80 yrs.]
(27 Dec 1886/Feb 1967/SSDI)


HERBERT PLINKSE

Pneumonia took the life of a 2-yr. old son of Herbert Plinski(sic)
here on Thurs. The funeral was held Sun.
Der Nord Westen, 11 Apr. 1901
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Deaths of a Week:
Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Plinska are mourning the loss of their son, 
two years of age. The child died of pneumonia Thursday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, April 11, 1901 pg. 1
******
(Herbert Plinske/b. Mar. 9, 1899/d. Apr. 5, 1901/son of Wm. and Ida Plinske/
from burial records of St. John's United Church of Christ)


IDA PLINSKE

Death Fri. morning of Mrs. Plinski(sic) here a couple of days after giving birth 
to a child. Mrs. Plinski, who had been born in Manitowoc County, was 40 yrs.
of age. The funeral was held Mon.
Der Nord Westen, 20 June 1901
*****
Deaths of a Week:
Death came to Mrs. William Plinski at her home on South Seventh Street at an 
early hour Friday morning, the mother giving her life for that of her child. 
Deceased was 40 years of age and was a native of this county.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, June 20, 1901 pg. 1


MYRON DONALD "MIKE" PLINSKE

Myron D. Plinske, 50, of 420 Fulton St., Grand Haven, Mich., died Thursday in 
North Ottawa Hospital, Grand Haven, Mich.
Funeral services were held 3 p.m. Saturday in Van-Zantwick-Bartels-Kammaard 
Funeral Home, Grand Haven, Mich. The Rev. Eugene Los officiated and military 
services were held by Grand Haven VFW Post. Burial will be 2 p.m. Wednesday in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Plinske was born Oct. 7, 1928, in Manitowoc, son of the late Alfred and 
Albie Miller Plinske. He attended school in Manitowoc, graduating from Lincoln 
High School in 1947. He then attended Spencerian College in Milwaukee. Mr. 
Plinske entered the Armed Forces and was stationed in the Europeon Theater. 
Following the Armed Forces, Mr. Plinske worked for the Corps Engineers in Mich., 
retiring in 1974.
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Paul (Margorie) Aumann of Manitowoc; nieces 
and nephews.
Local funeral arrangements were handled by Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc.
Herald Times Reporter, February 5, 1979 P. 3
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[place of death: Ottawa City.-Grand Haven]


WILHELM PLINSKE

Death here last week of Wilhelm Plinsky(sic) from consumption with which he 
had been afflicted for a long time. The deceased, a joiner by profession, 
leaves 8 children who are now without either father or mother. The funeral 
was held Friday.
Der Nord Westen, 09 Jan. 1902


CHRISTINE C. PLOECKELMAN

Mrs. Clifford (Christina) Ploeckelmann Sr.(sic), 78, of 4924 State Highway 141, 
Manitowoc, died Friday noon at home.
Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Richard E. Lind officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born Nov. 26, 1904, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry 
Ploeckelmann. She was married to Clifford F. Ploeckelmann Aug. 18, 1926, in Oconto 
Falls. They resided in Manitowoc County, and celebrated their golden wedding 
anniversary in 1976. Mrs. Ploeckelmann was active in needlework activities.
Survivors include her husband; two sons and daughters-in-law, Eugene and Ann 
Ploeckelmann of Sutter's Creek, Calif., and Clifford Jr., and Charlotte Ploeckelmann 
of the town of Liberty; four daughters and sons-in-law, Elaine and Paul Rusch of 
Manitowoc, Christine and Marvin Ruffing of Woodburn, Ore., Irma and Louis Roedig 
of Route 1, Valders, Delores and Lloyd Elliott of Manitowoc; step-sister, Mrs. Wally 
Grapentine of Manitowoc; 19 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 17 great-
great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by one grandson, one brother and two step-sisters.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday, 
and prior to the services on Monday.
Herald Times Reporter, December 26, 1982 P. 3
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[wife of Clifford F. Ploeckelman/bur. on Paul R. and Elaine V. Rusch lot]


CLIFFORD F. PLOECKELMAN

Clifford F. Ploeckelmann Sr., 83, of 4924 CR 141, Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon, 
November 6, 1989 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am 
Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home. Rev. Richard Lind will officiate with burial 
to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Ploeckelmann was born June 4, 1906 in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late Fred 
and Bertha Beolter Ploeckelmann. He married the former Christina C. Ploeckelmann on 
August 18, 1926 at Oconto Falls, Wisconsin. She preceded him in death December 24, 
1982. The couple celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary in 1876. The couple 
owned and operated the family farm and he was also employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding 
for many years until his retirement. Mr. Ploeckelmann was an avid carpenter and 
enjoyed hunting and gardening.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Eugene and Ann Ploeckelmann of Sutters 
Creek, California, Clifford Jr. and Charlotte Ploeckelmann of the Town of Liberty, 
Manitowoc County; four daughters and sons-in-law, Elaine and Paul Rusch of Manitowoc, 
Christine and Marvin Ruffing of Woodburn, Oregon, Irma and Louis Roedig of Manitowoc, 
Delores and Lloyd Elliott of Manitowoc; a sister, Helen Does; 19 grandchildren, 29 
great grandchildren and other relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in death 
by three brothers, two sisters and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 9 am Wednesday morning and until the time 
of service at 11 am. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Nov. 7, 1989 page B8
**********
[Clifford F. Ploeckelman/widower of Christine Ploeckelman/bur. on Paul Rusch lot]


FREDERICKA PLOECKELMAN

NORTH SIDE RESIDENT DEAD 2 WEEKS ILLNESS
Mrs. Ricka Plockelman(sic), aged 65 years and who has been a resident of 
Manitowoc for a long period died at the family home 527 North Ninth st. 
yesterday afternoon. She had been ill for about two weeks and died from a 
complication of diseases.
Two sons, Louis of Milwaukee and William of this city survive besides six
grand children. Her husband died two years ago.
The funeral will be held from the home tomorrow afternoon at two o'clock, Rev.
Machmiller officiating. The remains will be placed at rest in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 16 1921 p.1  
********
[cause: chronic nephritis/bur. on Christian Fick lot]


GAIL PLOECKELMAN

Gail Beth Ploeckelman, 10, of 1206 N. 18th St., Manitowoc, died 
Sunday at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and 
Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. George Knudson will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Gail Beth was born Oct. 7, 1958, at Manitowoc, daughter of Vernon 
and Marion Nelson Ploeckelman. She would have been a fifth grade 
student at Andrew Jackson School, Manitowoc, and was a member of 
Girl Scout Troop 32. 
Besides the parents, survivors are a brother (private), a sister, 
(private), and the maternal grandmother, Mrs. W. D. Nelson, of 
Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home this Tuesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 2, 1969 
********
[Gail Beth/d. 8/31/1969/age 10 yr/burial on Vernon J. Ploeckelman lot]


SYLVIA PLOECKELMAN

Sylvia J. Ploeckelman, age 91, a resident of St. Mary's Home at Felician Village, 
and formerly of 2112 Rankin St., Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Wednesday, 
October 8, 2014 at her residence.
Sylvia was born on April 23, 1923 in Adyeville in Perry County, Indiana to the 
late Abraham and Oma Beard Aders. On July 5, 1941, Sylvia married Walter W. 
Ploeckelman in St. Louis, Missouri. He preceded her in death on October 5, 1993. 
Sylvia was employed at Mirro Aluminum. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren 
were the joy of her life. Sylvia was a very good cook and well known for her chili 
and cheeseburgers which she shared with her family and friends. Sylvia enjoyed 
spending time gardening in her flower garden, cross stitching, making Christmas 
seasons special for her family, and just being with her family and friends. She 
had a gentleness to her that was appreciated by all who knew her.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
Sylvia was preceded in death by her parents, husband, five brothers and two sisters.
Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, October 10, 2014 at Blessed 
Angela Chapel at St. Mary's Home at Felician Village, 1635 South 21st Street, Manitowoc. 
Rev. Gerald Foley will officiate with burial to take place at Evergreen Cemetery.


WALTER PLOECKELMAN

Mr. Walter W. Ploeckelman, age 73, of 2112 Rankin St., Manitowoc , died Tuesday, 
October 5, 1993, at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Private family Funeral Services will be held Friday, October 8, 1993, at the 
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. Rev. Richard Klingeisen will officiate with burial 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born March 28, 1920, in Manitowoc, son of the late William and Ethel Wilkie 
Ploeckelman. He married Sylvia J. Aders on July 5, 1941, at St. Louis, MO. They 
celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary on July 5, 1991. Mr. Ploeckelman was a 
veteran of WWII. He served with the United States Army in the European Theatre of 
War. He was employed at the Manitowoc Engineering Company for 20 years, retiring 
in 1984. He was a member of International Association of Machinist and Aerospace 
Workers, Local 516. Walter enjoyed fishing and his birds.
Survivor include his wife, Sylvia; for children, Bonnie (Charles) Heinzen, Patricia 
(Kent) Holschbach, both of Manitowoc, Alice (Kenneth) Kohlmann, Germantown, William 
(Cheryl) Ploeckelman, Manitowoc; eight grandchildren, Deborah Rentmeester, Carolyn 
Gauthier, Katherine Heinzen, Joseph Heinzen, Nathan Holschbach, Brian Kohlmann, Amy 
Kohlmann, Shawn Ploeckelman. He was preceded in death by a sister Velda Shekoski.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home Thursday, from 5-8 p.m.
“WALTER WILL BE SADLY MISSED BY HIS WIFE, HIS CHILDREN, AND GRANDCHILDREN.”
Herald Times Reporter, October 6, 1993  P. A2


WILLIAM PLOECKELMAN SR. (d. 1917)

WM. PLOECKELMANN(sic), ONE OF OLDEST EMPLOYEES OF SHIPYARDS PASSES AWAY
Actively engaged almost to the time of his demise, as a faithful 
employee of the shipyards in this city, William Ploeckelmann, Sr., 
has laid down his burdens and passed away at the hospital this 
morning at 8 o’clock. The funeral will be held from the late home, 
527 North Ninth street, on Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock. 
Deceased was born in Wessel, Germany, came to this country as a boy 
of four with his parents and spent his early life at Two Creeks on a 
farm. He was married there and his widow survives him, together with 
two children, Louis Ploeckelmann, Milwaukee, and William Jr., of this 
city. Removing to this city in his early youth the deceased secured 
employment at the shipyards and has been continuously engaged there 
to the time of his death. Besides his immediate family, three brothers 
and one sister will mourn his loss. They are Fred Ploeckelmann of 
Dorchester, Wis., Casper of Mishicott and John of Ontanagon. One sister, 
Mrs. Mary Hickey, is a resident of California. Deceased was a sturdy 
pioneer, an honest home loving man, and will sincerely be mourned by 
a large circle of friends who recognized in him an industrious type of 
man to whose faithfulness in friendship and business his employees and 
all who knew him will attest.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, March 27, 1917, Page 1
*********
Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Jonas, who were here yesterday to attend the funeral 
of the late Wm. Ploeckelman, have returned to their home at Newton.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, March 30, 1917, Page 3
*********
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Ploeckelman have returned to Milwaukee after being 
here to attend the funeral of the former’s father, the late Wm. 
Ploeckelman.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, March 31, 1917, Page 3
*********
[bur. 03-29-1917/cause: cancer of the liver/bur. on Christian Fick lot]
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(No. 5. 1st publication Jan. 12, 1918)
(Final Settlement.)
IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT.
In the matter of the estate of William Ploeckelmann (sic), deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Fredricha (sic) Plocekelmann (sic), 
administratrix of the estate of said deceased for the adjustment and allowance 
of her administration account, (and the assignment of the residue of said estate 
to such other persons as are by law entitled to the same);
It is orderd, That said account be examined, adjusted and allowed at a general 
term of said court to be held at the office of the county judge in the city of 
Manitowoc, in said county, on Tuesday, the 5th day of February, A.D. 1918.
It is futher ordered, that upon the adjustment and allowance of such account by 
this court, as aforesaid, the residue of said estate be, by the further order and 
judgment of this court, assigned to such persons as are by law entitled to the 
same.
It is further ordered, that notice of the time and place of examination and 
allowance of such account, and of the assignment of the residue of said estate 
be given to all persons interested, by publication of this order for three 
successive weeks, before said day, in the Manitowoc Daily Herald, a daily 
newspaper printed and published at the city of Manitowoc and state of Wisconsin.
Dated January 11, 1918.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, February 2, 1918 P. 6


CHRISTINE PLOECKELMANN

From Der Nord Westen, 01 Dec. 1904:
Death Sun. of South 8th St. resident Mrs. Henry Ploeckelmann, 
as a result of childbed fever in her 31st year of life. The 
deceased, nee Christine Mahnke, was born here in Manitowoc 
14 Apr. 1874 and married Mr. Ploeckelmann 4 yrs. ago. She is 
survived by her husband and one child. The funeral was held 
Wed. afternoon from the Lutheran Church. Her mother preceded 
her in death on 20 July of this year.
********
From Der Nord Westen, 01 Dec. 1904: 
Emil Mahnke, a Manitowoc printer who has pursued the “black art” 
in Sheboygan for many years, was in our city recently to attend 
the funeral of his sister, Mrs. Ploeckelmann.
********
[Christina/bur. 11-29-1904/cause: confinement]


EMMA PLOECKELMANN

Mrs. Emma Ploeckelmann died this morning on her 54th birthday anniversary 
after an illness of two months. Death occurred at the home of her daughter, 
Mrs. Violet Sittmann, 908 Washington street. 
The funeral will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m., at the Pfeffer funeral home 
with the Rev. Gilbert Wernecke of the First Reformed church officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen. The body may be viewed after 7 o’clock tonight.
Mrs. Ploeckelmann was the widow of Henry Ploeckelmann. She is survived by 
three daughters, Mrs. Leo Waniger, Mrs. Sittman and Miss Sadie, of this city, 
two stepchildren, Mrs. Clifford Ploeckelmann, Francis Creek and Theodore 
Ploeckelmann, Chicago; three brothers, Emil Krueger of Reedsville, William 
of Brilliion and Louis of Grimms; and two sisters, Mrs. Ed. Zahn, Brillion 
and Miss Bertha Krueger, Reedsville.
Mrs. Ploeckelmann was born in the Town of Rockland.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 11, 1937  P. 7 
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PLOECKELMANN, Mrs. Emma—Aged 54. Died on her birthday, Tuesday at 
the home of her daughter, Mrs. Violet Sittmann, 908 Washington 
Street, after illness of two weeks. Survived by three daughters, 
two stepchildren, three brothers, two sisters. Body may be viewed 
at Pfeffer Funeral Home where services will be held Thursday at 
1:30 p.m. with the Rev. Gilbert Wernecke of the First Reformed 
church in charge. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 12, 1937
******
[Emma Ploeckelman/bur. 05-13-1937/age 54 yrs./cause: carcinoma
of stomach]
 

HENRY PLOECKELMANN

H. PLOECKELMAN (sic) STROKE VICTIM, DIES AT AGE 58 
Stricken yesterday afternoon, Henry Ploecklemann, 58, passed away at his home, 
1311 So. Eighth street a short time later. Mr. Ploeckelman’s death was due to 
heart trouble from which he suffered and which only recently had confined him 
to the hospital for fifteen days. He was not thought to be seriously ill and 
his death came as a shock.
The deceased was born July 11, 1871 at Branch and for the past thirty years has 
made his home in this city, where he was employed as a mason. Twenty-eight years 
ago he was married to Christine Mahnke who died two years later.  June 14, 1906 
he was married to Emma Krueger who survives him together with five children, Mrs. 
Clifford Ploeckelman, Mrs. William Sittman, Virginia and Sadie all of this city 
and Theodore at Chicago. Three brothers, August at Chilton, Alfred and William at 
Florida, five sisters, Mrs. John Timm, Manitowoc, Mrs. Charles Meister, Albany, 
Oregon, Mrs. August Schwartz, Marinette, Mrs. Herman Gunther, Hayton, and Alvina 
whose whereabouts are not known and five grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at two o’clock from the home, 
with the Rev. Menke officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 22, 1929  P. 4
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[bur. 24 June 1929/age 57 yrs./cause: cerebral hemorrhage]


WILLIAM PLOECKELMANN   (d. 1932)

Despondent and worrying that even temporary employment would 
terminate resulted in William J. Ploeckelman (sic) ending his 
life early Christmas morning by hanging himself in a small shed 
in the rear of the home. He was found a short time after he 
committed the deed by his wife, but although physicians worked 
over the body for some time, life was extinct. 
The suicide threw the Ploeckelmann home at 527 North Ninth street 
into gloom for the holiday season. Mrs. Ploeckelman told the 
authorities that for some months her husband had been worrying 
what would happen to her and the two children in the event that 
he lost employment entirely. In those periods, she said, pleadings 
had always resulted in his gaining his normal poise and she felt 
if they could weather the winter that all would be satisfactory. 
Had to Borrow
However, with tax time coming on, it is believed that Mr. 
Ploeckelman feared that he would be forced to borrow money again 
on the homestead, the same as he had done the year before, to meet 
the taxes and this is thought to have so upset him that he decided 
to take his life. He arose at 6 a.m. Sunday morning and built a 
fire in the sitting room stove. Then he went to the small shed at 
the rear of the home, barred the doors leading into the shed from 
the outside, and pulled the shade on the one window in the shed. 
When Mrs. Ploeckelman and the children arose a short time afterward 
to prepare breakfast they noted that the husband and father was 
gone. Mrs. Ploeckelman tried the shed doors and finding them barred, 
peered into the window and when her worst fears were confirmed she 
notified neighbors who called help. 
The deceased, who was 54 years of age, was born in the town of Two 
Creeks. He was employed at the shipyards here for 36 years, starting 
work there when a young man of 18 years. He always made this city 
his home. He was a steady, industrious employe and when work at the 
yards dropped off he was retained although for the last two years, 
he has had but part time work. It was this condition that preyed on 
Ploeckelman’s mind. 
In 1915, he was married in Indiana to Miss Ethel Wilke, who survives 
him with a daughter, Velva, 15, and a son, Walter, 12. One brother 
Louis of Milwaukee also survives. 
The remains were taken to the Vogelsang funeral home and services 
were held from there this afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 27, 1932, p. 6
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[cause: suicide by hanging/bur. on Christian Fick lot]


WILLIAM H. PLOECKELMANN    (d. 1951)

Self-Inflicted Wound Fatal 
Manitowoc—Sixty-nine year old William Ploeckelman (sic) was found dead of a 
self-inflicted bullet wound in his home, at 928 North 11th Street, Friday 
morning.
Police officers Jack Pultz and Harry Kasten broke into the Ploeckelman home 
at 7:20 a.m. Friday after they had received word from Charles Chermak, 916 
North 11th street, Ploeckelman’s landlord, that the aged man had not been 
seen since 6 a.m. Thursday.
On the floor, near Ploeckelman’s body police found the retired man’s pet cocker 
spaniel, also dead of a .25 calibre bullet wound. On a table in the room police 
found a suicide note. The first three words scribbled on a piece of cardboard 
read “I die in.” The rest of the note was either illegible or incoherent.
When police entered the parlor of the home they detected a faint odor of gas. 
Checking the kitchen stove, they found that all jets had been closed. Doctor 
Theodore Teitgen, county coroner, theorized that Ploeckelman may have turned 
to his automatic pistol when he found that suicide by gas was too slow. The gas 
apparently did succeed in killing a dove, which was caged in home.
Police could uncover no reason for Ploeckelman’s action. He was an employe of the 
Manitowoc Shipbuilding company and the city of Manitowoc, before his retirement 
four years ago. He had been supplementing his old age pension by earning money 
doing odd jobs.
Ploeckelman was last heard from at 11 a.m. Thursday when he telephoned the home 
of Edwin Stastov, 851 North 18th street, to inform his friends that he was leaving. 
He refused to divulge what his plans were at that time, police were told.
Funeral services for Ploeckelman will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Pfeffer 
funeral home, the Rev. A.C. Fischer officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen 
cemetery. 
He is survived by a sister, Mrs. Ida Reynolds of route 2, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Saturday. The casket will 
remain closed.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 22, 1951  P. 2
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[d. 06-21-1951/age 69 yrs.]


GEORGE PLOPPER

Frank Plopper, manager of the new Colonial, has an assistant. It's a boy and 
he arrived at the Plopper home yesterday. Mr. Plopper says the youngster is
going to be some boss and has already taken over the household.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, March 27, 1916  p.3
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Sorrow followed joy into the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Plopper yesterday
when a few hours after birth, a little son of the couple yielded up its
life. The sympathy of friends will go out to the couple.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, March 28, 1916 p.3
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[cause: asphysis neonatorium/bur. on Dietrich Lehmkuhl lot]


JOHN PLOTKA

DIES ONE WEEK AFTER STRICKEN BY PARALYSIS 
Lingering little longer than a week after being found paralyzed in the “jungles” 
a few miles west of the city, John Plotka, 59 years of age, died at the Holy 
Family hospital today. Funeral services will be held tomorrow morning at nine 
with burial at Evergreen.
Plotka was found by the police last week, in a dazed and weakened condition after 
they had been notified a man had lain in the same position and identical place 
for more than two days. After being taken into custody he was removed to the 
hospital where he failed to show improvement.
The dead man is survived by a sister, Mrs. Louis Louisier of Two Rivers. His 
wife and several children make their home in Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 1, 1927  P. 13
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[cause: apoplexy]


VERONA PLOTKA

Two Rivers Woman Dead
Mrs. Verona Platke (sic), a pioneer resident of the county, died at the home 
of her daughter, Mrs. Louis Lousier at Two Rivers. She was 49 years of age. 
The funeral was held today with burial at Rapids.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, September 20, 1913 P.4
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[cause: dropsy/removal from Manitowoc Rapids cemetery]
(Day is wrong in the entry, should be before September 20)


ELLA C. PLUMB

Mrs. John Plumb is seriously ill with malaria fever which, it is thought she 
contracted when in Florida the past spring
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 30, 1911 page 1
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DIED:
Mrs. John E. Plumb passed away at the family home on the corner of North Sixth 
and St. Clair st 10:30 Saturday evening. Death came peacefully at the end of 
two weeks of suffering from fever, due it is said to be an operation performed 
some years ago, although superinduced also by malarial germs contracted upon a 
recent trip in Florida.
The deceased was a bright and cheerful woman, a good mother and helpful wife. 
She was the daughter of Gideon and Helen Slye, pioneer settlers of the county 
and was born on the 10th day of September, 1856, in the village of Branch. There 
she spent a happy girlhood midst the __meval surroundings of the then prosperous 
little hamlet. Later the family removed to Brown county and the daughter attended 
high school at Depere and studied and taught music in the city of Green Bay. On 
her visits to relative at Manitowoc she met John E. Plumb, then a successful young 
retail grocer, and the couple were married Feb. 3, 1880. One year later, Ralph, 
the only child of the union, was born.
As she grew older, Mrs. Plumb took an ever-increasing interest in musical, literary 
and church affairs. For years while not neglecting her family duties she occupied 
her spare hours in instructing a large class of pupils in vocal and instrumental 
music and for three decades she sang for the choir of the First Presbyterian church 
of this city. During the last four years of her life her mind was much occupied 
with her two little grandchildren, Helen and Ruth, and their loss is none the less 
because of the fact that they do not realize its full import. In her death her 
immediate family suffer an irreparable loss and the community loses a useful and 
helpful member. The funeral services were held Monday afternoon at the home, the 
Rev. Oliver C. Johnson, a former Pastor of the Presbyterian church, officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 6, 1911  pg. 1
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[Mrs. John E. Plumb/cause: peritonitis]


HELEN DORIS PLUMB

Helen D. Plumb, age 76, formerly of 1508 Orchard Dr., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, 
October 19, 1999.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 22, 1999, at First 
Presbyterian Church, 502 N. 8th St., Manitowoc. Rev. William B. Plank will 
officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery.
Helen was born October 27, 1922, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Hugo and 
Clara Reif Rudolph. She was educated at Manitowoc and a 1940 graduate of Lincoln 
High School. She attended the National College of Education, Evanston, Ill., 
where she graduated in 1944. She taught school in Michigan prior to her marriage 
to William T. Plumb, on August 7, 1945, at the First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. 
They farmed in the Edgerton-Cambridge area before moving to Manitowoc in 1955. Helen 
was a member of the steering committee for the formation of the Cooperative Nursery 
School and was hired as a member of the teaching staff when school opened in 
September of 1962. In 1967, she became the schools director and held that position 
retiring in 1992. Helen was a member of First Presbyterian Church, where she was an 
elder and sang in the Chancel Choir. She was an active member of Masquers and served 
as season ticket chair for many years. She also volunteered as a Girl Scout and Cub 
Scout leader and more recently was active at the Capitol Civic Centre.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Thomas O'Connor, Watertown; 
son and daughter-in-law, David and Shelley Plumb, Eagan, Minn.; two granddaughters, 
Laura and Ellen Plumb, Eagan, Minn.; brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law include, 
R. Dale and Lucy Plumb, Janesville, Mahlon and Doris Plumb, Merrillville, Ind., 
Margaret and Charles Luedtke, Coronado, Calif., Stanley Plumb, Milwaukee, Roger and 
Alice Plumb, Plymouth, Minn. She was preceded in death by her parents, and infant 
sister, her husband, William in 1997, and aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Relatives and friends may call at Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State 
Street, Manitowoc, form 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, October 21, 1999.
Memorials to the Lupus Society would be appreciated.
Herald Times Reporter, October 20, 1999 P. A2


IDA M. PLUMB

Mrs. Ralph Plumb, 80, of 845 Lincoln Blvd, Manitowoc, died Friday evening at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. She had a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Monday at Phipps Memorial Chapel of First 
Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Plumb, the former Ida M. Holmes, was born Dec. 5, 1880, at New Castle, 
New Brunswick, Canada, daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Holmes. She 
was married to Ralph Plumb at Menominee, Mich., June 6, 1906. She had been 
educated at Menominee schools and was graduated from Menominee High School.
Mrs. Plumb represented the old Sixth District a member of the Republican State 
Central Committee in 1924 and for many years was treasurer of the North Side 
Ladies Aid Society. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and the Ladies 
Society of the church.
Surviving are her husband, a son, John H. Plumb, of Manitowoc, and two daughters, 
Miss Ruth Plumb, of Chicago and Mrs. Willott Eggers, of Houston, Texas. 
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at Phipps Memorial Chapel where the body 
will be moved from Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 17, 1961  P. 11
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[wife of Ralph G. Plumb/bur. on Olive J. Sherwood lot]
(Ruth Plumb 20 Jun 1908 Feb 1979/SSDI)


JOHN EDWARD PLUMB   (d. 1923)

DEATH OF JOHN E. PLUMB IS A SHOCK TO CITY
Well Known business Man Fails to Rally From Attack
John E. Plumb, one of Manitowoc’s prominent business men passed away 
at seven o’clock Saturday evening. Ill health had manifested itself 
since the first of the year and the immediate occasion of his death 
was a recurrence of the hemorrhage of the brain that first took place 
a week ago. Death came without pain or warning. He had spent some 
time conversing with his son just before supper and Mrs. Plumb was at 
the bedside during that time and was able to talk with him up to a 
few moments before the end came.
A Native of City
Mr. Plumb was born in Manitowoc, Wisconsin on September 8, 1953 and 
was therefore just a little over seventy-two years of age. His father, 
a millwright of New England extraction, died at about the time he was 
born and so his early care was given over to his mother the daughter 
of a well known German physician. Deprived of much opportunities for 
schooling he early shipped on board the vessels of his step-father, 
Capt. N.T. Nelson, and as a boy of twelve acted as cook on the Sea Gem. 
The loss of Capt. Nelson in Seabird disaster in 1868 led the young man 
into a change of work and he entered merchandising, first as a clerk 
in this city in the store of J. A. Koehler and then as a foreman in a 
mining store at Negaunee, Michigan.
Founded Business 50 Years Ago
Returning to Manitowoc he decided to enter the business field for 
himself and taking into partnership his younger brother Julius C. Nelson 
in 1873, just fifty years ago the firm of Plumb & Nelson was inaugurated. 
Success met their ventures and the little firm grew. As younger brothers 
grew up they were taken into business and branches were established in 
Two Rivers, Sheboygan, Algoma, Green Bay, Appleton and Sturgeon Bay. 
Incorporation followed in 1888 and J.E. Plumb became president of the new 
concern which five years later decided to branch out into the wholesale 
field. In this line too success met them and Mr. Plumb took a justifiable 
pride in seeing the business grow. A most indefatigable worker of strong 
physique, hours of labor meant nothing to him so long as he might finish 
the manifold duties before him.
Active in Civic Affairs
He was active till the last, and was ever making plans for future . . . 
.[unreadable] . . .himself to the mere gathering of worldly good for their 
own sake but wanted them merely so that he could make his family and those 
around him happy in bestowing upon them the things they desired. Nor were 
civic duties shunned. About 1900 he became an alderman and served under 
the administrations of Mayors Rahr, Kemer and Stolze. He was often the 
presiding officer of the Common council and usually the head of the 
finance and other important committees. He was active also as a member 
of the Library Board, in building the Carnegie Library and later in life 
took a great interest in parks, being the chairman of the Park Commission 
at the time of his death. A firm believer in Masonry he early identified 
himself with that order and was a member of the Wisconsin Consistory and 
the local Commandery at the time of this death. He was also a member of 
the Elks and a Rotarian. Always identified with movements for the betterment 
of mankind he did not neglect his duties to the church and at his decease 
as a member of the vestry of St. James Episcopal church, as well as acting 
as treasurer.
Funeral Held Tuesday
Mr. Plumb was united in marriage to Ella C. Slye on February 10, 1880, and 
one  son, Ralph G. Plumb, was born to the union. Mrs. Plumb passed away in 
1911 and some time later deceased was marred to Mrs. Pauline Fechter. Their 
domestic life was a happy one and the burden of his passing is indeed heavy 
upon the stricken widow and son. Truly it may be said of Mr. Plumb that 
Manitowoc has lost an active citizen who refused to grow old with the 
passing of year and the family take comfort that he was spared extended 
suffering at the end.
The funeral of Mr. Plumb will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock from St. 
James church, the Rev. Keicher officiating. The service will be in charge 
of the Knight Templar Commandery 45, of this city, Mr. Plumb being prominent 
in the order.
Manitowoc Herald-News, 23 Apr 1923, p. 1
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[bur 04-24-1923/cause: apoplexy/bur on Plumb and Nelson lot]
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COLLAPSE OF A BUILDING
Floor in Warehouse at Manitowoc Gives Way
MAN'S NARROW ESCAPE
Forty Tons of Sugar and Other Goods Fall into Basement Causing Loss of $5000
Manitowoc, Wis., Nov. 21 (special)
By the giving away of the floor in the new warehouse of the Plumb & Nelson 
Wholesale Grocery Company, a loss of $5000 was occasioned this morning. Forty 
tons of sugar, several hogsheads of syrup and a large stock of canned goods 
were precipitated to the cellar. The entire lower part of the building was 
ruined. Mr. Plumb had a narrow escape from severe injury. He was in the 
basement when the floor gave way but ran for his life and escaped unhurt. 
There has been considerable trouble with the building and a lawsuit between 
the contractors and architects is now pending. The cause of the giving way 
of the floor is not known.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., Nov. 25, 1902


JOHN H. PLUMB    (d. 1996)

John H. Plumb, age 83, of Felician Village, Manitowoc, died Friday, September 27, 
1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
A gathering of friends will be held from 11 a.m. until noon on Wednesday, 
October 2, 1996, at the Inn on Maritime Bay. Burial will follow at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born May 20, 1913, in Manitowoc, son of the late Ralph and Ida Holmes 
Plumb. He was educated in the Manitowoc school system and graduated with the 
Class of 1931 from Lincoln High School He later served in the United States Navy. 
He was the President of Plumb and Nelson Company, Manitowoc. He was a member of 
the B & B Club and the Manitowoc Elks Lodge #687.
Survivors include one sister, Helen Eggers, Manitowoc. He was preceded in death 
by his parents; one sister, Ruth Plumb in 1979.
The Jens Funeral home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 30, 1996  P. A2
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[single/cremains/bur. on Plumb and Nelson lot]


PAULINE PLUMB

Mrs. John E. Plumb, 70, nee Pauline Mendick, died at six o'clock Friday evening 
at Holy Family hospital, after a short illness.
For the last four years she had made her home in Milwaukee but about a month ago 
she came to the home of her son, George M. Fechter, 509 St. Clair street.
She was born in Chicago Jan. 4, 1863 and came to Manitowoc with her family in 
1865. She was married to George Fechter in 1884. He died in 1910. She was married 
to John E. Plumb, one of the founders of the Plumb-Nelson wholesale firm, in 1912. 
He died in 1923. She made her home in Manitowoc until 1937 when she moved to 
Milwaukee to live with her granddaughter, (private).
Since girlhood, she was active in musical circles of the city. She was a member of 
the Clio club for almost 50 years and at the time of her death she was an honorary 
member. She attended the 50th anniversary program of the Clio club held last May. 
She was also a member of the Eastern Star.
The survivors are a son, George M. Fechter; sisters, Miss Emma Mendlik, Mrs. Helen 
Louis Wittmau, Mrs. Julia Peterson, Mrs. Edwin A. Miller, and Miss Blanche Mendlik 
of Milwaukee, and Mrs. Clarence Hill of Port Washington; one brother, Harry Mendlik 
of Milwaukee; and two grandchildren (Survivors omitted for privacy.)
The body will lie in state at the Shimek and Schwartz funeral parlors from Sunday 
afternoon at 2 o'clock when it will be removed to St. James Episcopal church. The 
casket will be closed at 2 p.m. Monday and the funeral services will be held Monday 
afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at St. James church with the Rev. F.C. St Clair officiating. 
Burial will be at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, March 14, 1942 P.4
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Mrs. John E. Plumb, 79, nee Pauline Mendlik, died Friday evening at 
the Holy Family hospital after a short illness. She had made her home 
at Milwaukee for the last four years and came to make her home with 
her son, George Fechter, about a month ago. Funeral service were held 
Monday afternoon at St. James Episcopal church with burial at Evergreen. 
Born at Chicago she came to Manitowoc with the family in 1865 and was 
married to George W. Fechter in 1884 He died in 1910 and in 1912 she 
was married to John E. Plumb, one of the founders of the Plumb & Nelson 
company. He died in 1923. Survivors are the son, six sisters, a brother 
and two grandchildren.
Manitowoc Sun Messenger, 20 Mar 1942
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[d. 03-13-1942/age 79 yrs./cause: cancer/Mrs. Plumb was formerly Mrs. 
Geo. W. Fechter and is buried on Geo. W. Fecter lot]


RALPH G. PLUMB

Ralph G. Plumb, Historian, Dies
Ralph G. Plumb of 845 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, whose voluminous 
writings made Manitowoc and Manitowoc County well known throughout 
the state and Middle West, died Sunday afternoon.
Mr. Plumb, who was 95, had been residing in recent months at Park 
Lawn Home, Manitowoc. 
Although he had been active in business—he was chairman of the board 
of Plumb and Nelson Wholesale Grocery Co.—he maintained an intense 
interest in history and produced 11 books and numerous papers dealing 
with Wisconsin and area history.
He turned to writing recording Manitowoc history while he was attending 
University of Wisconsin Madison for five years in the civic history and 
pre-law courses. Much of his research was done at Wisconsin Historical 
Society Library Madison. 
His work “History of Manitowoc County” was published in 1964 and was 
one of his most ambitious undertakings. 
During his college days at the summer recess, he worked for the Manitowoc 
Daily Herald, then acting as editor in the absence of F. W. Mackey. He was 
graduated from the university in 1901 and subsequently passed his State 
Bar examination and was admitted to the practice of law in 1902.
He did not enter the law profession but went into business first as 
secretary and in 1923 as president of the wholesale grocery firm. Mr. 
Plumb was named chairman of the board in later years.
A full time business responsibility and a constant urge to write did not 
prevent him from community service. Mr. Plumb served six years as city 
alderman during the first decade of this century and was president of the 
school board during part of the time that the present Lincoln High School 
was under construction.
Mr. Plumb was a charter member of the Kiwanis Club of Manitowoc, a charter 
member, a founder and past president of Manitowoc County Historical Society, 
and the oldest living member and past exalted ruler of Manitowoc Elks Lodge.
As his books and tracts appeared and gained widespread circulation in the 
state, Mr. Plumb was frequently asked to speak about historical subjects. 
Additionally, he served a number of years as a curator of Wisconsin Historical 
Society.
He was cited many times for his work in the field of history and community 
service and received a number of awards.
The Manitowoc Lions Club presented him with its Outstanding Citizen of 
Manitowoc award in 1952, Manitowoc Historical Society honored him in March 
of 1962, again in February 1970 with a life membership and in February of 
1974 for his continued service to the society since its founding in 1906, 
his writing and for his service as curator of Wisconsin Historical Society. 
The Kiwanis Club of Manitowoc gave him recognition as a charter member in 
1962 when the club observed the 40th anniversary of its founding; and 
Manitowoc Elks Lodge cited him in November 1965 for 61 years of membership 
with the lodge.
Mr. Plumb is survived by a son and two daughters.
Funeral services will be Tuesday morning at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. 
Manitowoc Herald-Times Reporter, 22 Mar 1976, p. 1
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Ralph Gordon Plumb, 95, of 845 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon 
at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Private funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Schneider-Mittnacht 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate with burial 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Plumb was born Jan. 17, 1881, at Manitowoc, son of the late John E. and Ella 
Sly Plumb. He was graduated from University of Wisconsin-Madison, in 1901, where 
he was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Fraternity and passed his state bar exams 
in 1902. He married Ida Holmes in June of 1906, at Marinette. She preceded him 
in death in 1961. Mr. Plumb was former president of Plumb and Nelson Wholesale 
Grocery Co. and was chairman of the board at the time of his death. He had been 
a Manitowoc city councilman as a Youngman and a member and past president of 
Manitowoc School Board. He was a charter member if Kiwanis Club and member, past 
trustee and elder of First Presbyterian Church. He was also a charter member and 
past president of Manitowoc County Historical Society, a curator of Wisconsin 
State Historical Society and author of local and state historical and political 
history books and publications. In 1975 Mr. Plumb was honored as the oldest living 
past exalted ruler of Manitowoc Elks Club.
Survivors include a son, John H, and two daughters, Ruth Plumb and Mrs. Wilot 
(Helen) Eggers, of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Fuenral Home from 6 to 8 o’clock this 
Monday evening. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church or Memorial 
Hospital of Manitowoc or charity of the donor’s choice.
Herald Times Reporter, March 22, 1976  P. 3
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[bur. on Olive J. Sherwood lot]


RUTH I. PLUMB    

Miss Ruth J.(sic) Plumb, 70, of 845 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
evening in Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday in Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc.
The Rev.  John Deason will officiate, cremation will follow and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Plumb was born June 20, 1908, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Ralph and 
Ida Holmes Plumb, attending schools in Manitowoc.  She was graduated from 
University of Wisconsin and obtained her masters degree in social work from the 
University of Chicago.  She served overseas with the Red Cross during World 
War II and did social work at Michael Reese Hospital, Chicago.  She also worked 
for the National Polio Foundation in Manitowoc and with Manitowoc Counseling 
Center.     
Survivors include a brother, John H. Plumb and a sister, Mrs. Helen Eggers of 
Manitowoc. 
Friends may call in Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and 
Saturday until the time of memorial service.  Memorials may be made to Manitowoc 
Family Service Home Aid Program or charity of the donor’s choice.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Thursday, March 1, 1979
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
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[cremains/bur. on Plumb and Nelson lot]


WILLIAM T. PLUMB

William T. Plumb, age 75, of 1508 Orchard Drive, Manitowoc, died Sunday evening, 
April 13, 1997, at St. Vincent's Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday April 17, 1997, at First 
Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. Rev. William Plank will officiate with burial 
to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born March 26, 1922, at Beloit, Wis., son of the late Robert and Eunice 
Marks Plumb. He grew up and was educated in Beloit, graduating from Beloit High 
School. Bill also graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He married 
Helen D. Rudolph August 7, 1945, in Manitowoc. Bill farmed in southern Wisconsin 
until moving to Manitowoc in 1955. In Manitowoc, he owned and operated Plumb 
Orchard and Garden Supply until his retirement in 1987. He served with the United 
States Air Force during World War II, serving over seas in the European Theatre 
flying missions out of England. He is a member of the First Presbyterian Church 
and a member of the Church Chancel Choir. Bill was a member of Izaak Walton League 
Chapter 138, of Manitowoc, served as president and secretary for a number of years 
and received the Rahr Diamond Award for his work with Local Chapter 138. He was a 
member and treasurer of the Masquers, Inc., Manitowoc, and a member of the Men's 
Garden Club, Manitowoc. Bill was a Master Gardener.
Survivors include his wife, Helen, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law, David 
and Shelley Plumb, Eagan, Minn.; one daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Thomas 
O'Connor, Watertown, Wis.; two grandaughters (sic), Laura and Ellen Plumb, Eagan, 
Minn., four brothers and three sisters-in-law, R. Dale and Lucy Plumb, Janesville, 
Wis., Mahlon and Doris Plumb, Merrillville, Ind., Stanley Plumb, Milwaukee, Roger 
and Alice Plumb, Plymouth, Minn.; one sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and Charles 
Luedtke, Coronado, Calif. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorials may be made to the donor's choice.
Relatives may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 
5-8 p.m. on Wednedsay (sic).
Herald Times Reporter, April 15, 1997 P. A2
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[bur. on Hugo Rudolph lot]


EMIL PODHOLA

Emil Podhola, 59, of 1028 S. 14th street, an assistant foreman employed by the 
Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company, died at Holy Family hospital at 11 o’clock 
this morning after an illness of a few days. 
The body will lie in state at the Wattawa, Urbanek, and Schlei funeral home from 
7 o’clock Saturday evening until 10 o’clock Monday morning when it will be removed 
to St. John’s Evangelical church. The body may be viewed at the church until 2 p.m., 
when the casket will be closed. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 o’clock by 
the Rev. Paul Blaufuss and burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Podhola was born in the town of Cooperstown Nov. 30, 1883, and moved to this 
city with his parents when he was eight years old, on Nov. 18, 1905, he married 
Miss Mabel Haase. She survives with one brother, Rudolph, of this city, and two 
sisters, Mrs. Joseph Sitkiewitz of this city and Mrs. Carl Knickelbein of Chicago.
Mr. Podhola was a member of the Eagles and the Equitable Reserve association.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 4, 1943  P. 2
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[d. 06-04-1943/age 59 yrs./cause: hypertension]
*******
(Emil Podhola/d. June 4, 1943 age 59 yrs. 6 mo. 5 da./from burial records of
St. John's United Church of Christ)


EMMA PODHOLA

The second twin of Frank Podhola here died Sat. The passing of the 
other twin we had reported last week.
Der Nord Westen, 10 Apr. 1902
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[cause: premature birth]


EVELYN PODHOLA

DIES AFTER ILLNESS OF ONLY A WEEK
Evelyn Podhola Was Member This Year's Graduating Class
Miss Evelyn Podhola, eighteen year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emil 
Podhola 1028 South Fourteenth Street, died at her home this morning 
after an illness but one week.
Born in this city eighteen years ago September 4, Miss Podhola attended 
the graded schools here, and at the time of her death was a member of 
the graduating class of the Lincoln High School. A member of Commercial 
Club also the Senior Girls' club at the high school, a member of the 
Manuel organization and secretary of the Sunday School at St. John's 
Church. A friend to every one, her death will be widely mourned. She 
is survived by her parents, and one younger sister Olive. Funeral 
services have not been completed, but burial will be held from St. 
John's church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, May 26, 1924 P.2
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[bur. 05-28-1924/cause: valvular heart lesions/bur. on Podhola lot]
********
(Evelyn Marie Podhola/d. May 26, 1924 age 17 yrs. 8 mo. 22 da./from
burial records of St. John's United Church of Christ)


FRANK PODHOLA

From Der Nord Westen, 03 Apr. 1902:
Death Tues. of a 2-wk. old child of Frank Podhola here.
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[cause: premature birth]


MABEL PODHOLA

Mrs. Emil Podhola, 79, of 1028 S 14th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc.  She had been a patient about three weeks.
She was born Miss Mabel Haase July 31, 1883, at New London, daughter of the late 
Charles and Mary Kuppernus Haase. She moved to Manitowoc as a young girl and was 
married to Emil Podhola Nov. 18, 1905.  He died in 1943. She was a member of her 
church, a member of the Women’s Guild of the church of which she served as 
treasurer for 13 years and was also a member of the Sewing Circle of the church.
Among survivors are several nieces and nephews and cousins.  Two daughters and 
three brothers also preceded her in death.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 14, 1963
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[d. 01-12-1963/age 79 yrs./widow of Emil Podhola]


OLIVE M. PODHOLA

Olive M. Podhola, 29, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Podhola, of 
1028 South 14th street, died Sudnay night at the home after a lingering 
illness. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the St. 
John's Evangelical church, 15th and Marshall streets, the Rev. Paul 
Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Miss Podhola was born in this city and always resided here. She was employed 
at the Aluminum Goods company. She was an active worker in the Evangelical 
congregation, superintendent of its Sunday school, member of the church choir 
and also a member of the Ladies Aid society.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and 
will be moved to the church Wednesday at 10 a.m. where the casket will remain 
open until the hour of the services in the afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 8, 1938 P.2
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[bur. 08-10-1938/age 29 yrs./cause: pulmonary tuberculosis/bur. on Emil 
Podhola lot]
*******
(Olive Podhola/d. Aug. 7, 1938 age 29 yrs. 10 mo. 25 da./from burial records
of St. John's United Church of Christ)


HERMAN POENISCH

Poenisch Funeral Takes Place Monday
The body of Herman Poenisch, who died at Sheboygan at 5 o'clock Thursday 
afternoon, will arrive in Manitowoc this afternoon, burial taking place 
on Monday at 2 from the Undertaking parlors of the Vogelsang Furniture 
company. Mr. Poenisch was born in Germany fifty years ago and is survived 
by only one son, Otto Poenisch, who is employed by the Spindler company 
here. Rev. O.A. Menke will be in charge of the funeral services and burial 
will take place at Evergreen Cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, March 22, 1924 P. 2
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[bur. 03-24-1924/age 50 yrs/cause: diabetis/space #15]


PETER POH

   The following obit was sent in by a family researcher. It's translated
   from German and dated 30 October 1885. The researcher can be found on 
   the contributors page for contact information.
Peter Poh. On last Sunday the mortal remains of our old and respected
citizen Peter Poh of Manitowoc Rapids, where he in the last years had sold
his farm on the Green Bay Road, was carried to his grave. His wife and 
three adult sons survive. The decedent was born on May 10, 1814 at 
Neustadt a. d. Haardt in the Rheinpfalz, Kingdom of Bavaria. He came to 
America in 1834, became a citizen in 1839 in Philadelphia and came to 
Wisconsin in 1847 where he lived in Manitowoc County. He was an industrious
honest man who enjoyed respect and affection by those who knew him. Peace 
to his ashes!
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From Der Nord Westen, 29 Oct. 1885:
Death last Fri. of Peter Poh, a long time resident of Town Rapids, often
Supervisor in that town and eventually occupant of almost every civil position there.
Mr. Poh was born on 10 May 1814 and came to Manitowoc Co. when virgin timber
covered most of the middle and northern part of Wisconsin. The deceased was buried
last Sun. and Mr. Adolph Wittmann delivered the graveside sermon.


JOSEPHINE POHL

Mrs. Josephine Pohl, 79, of 606 N. Water St., 
Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, 
after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. 
Saturday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church.  Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.  Mrs. Pohl 
was born January 20, 1881, in the Town of Kossuth, daughter of the late 
Anton and Catherine Dvorak Pilger.  She was married April 27 1898, to 
Julius Pohl and the couple operated Tower Tavern at Manitowoc from 1914 
until his death in 1944, and Mrs. Pohl, operated the tavern from that 
time until 1958.  Mrs. Pohl was a member of Women’s Benefit Assn.  
Royal Neighbors of America, Auxiliary of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 
G. U. G. Germania Societ, Auxiliary of Veterans of foreign wars, 
Auxiliary of American Legion, Women’s Relief Corps, and the City 
Homemakers.  Surviving are 2 brothers, Charles of Manitowoc, and Michael 
of Reedsville; and 7 sisters, Mrs. Peter Reimer, Mrs. Joseph Hudon, Mrs. 
Ralph Paulson, Mrs. Bernard Kowalski, and Mrs. Arthur Mueller of 
Manitowoc, Mrs. Ed Warren of Los Angeles and Mrs. Frank Benesh of Brea, 
CA.
(sent in by family researcher/see contributors page)


JULIUS POHL

POHL - Julius Pohl, 76, who operated a tavern in the Sixth ward for 20 
years until ill health forced him to retire nine years ago, died at his 
home, 921 S. 11th Street, early this morning.  The body will be taken to 
the home from the Pfeffer funeral home Wed. morning where funeral rites 
will be held Friday at 2 p.m.  The Rev. Paul Blaufuss of the St. John 
Evangelical church will officiate.  Interment will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.  Mr. Pohl was born on March 14, 1867 in Oshkosh and came to 
this county in october 1897.  He was married April 27, 1898 to Josephine 
Pilger who survives.  Mr. Pohl was a brakeman of the Chicago and 
Northwestern Railroad for a year and for two years served as an engineer 
at Elevator A.  he then moved to Edgar, WI, where he worked a farm for 
six years and operated a blacksmith shop there for another 6 years.  In 
1915 the Pohls moved back to Manitowoc when Mr. Pohl took over the 
operation of his tavern.  Besides his widow a sister, Mrs. Ella Aebisher 
of Chilton survives.
(sent in by family researcher/see contributors page)