ELSIE POKLINKOSKY

YOUNG MOTHER DIES SUNDAY, ILL FOR SEVERAL MONTHS
Mrs. Frank Poklinkosky, aged 35 years, passed Sunday morning at the 
family home, 907 Chicago street after a several months' illness. 
Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at nine o'clock from 
the St. Boniface church, with burial at Evergreen.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Elsie Winkelman, was born here 
Jan. 15, 1894. Besides the husband two children, (private), a mother, 
Mrs. Jos. Lemberger, two sisters, Mrs. E.C. Segers, Milwaukee, and 
Mrs. Earl Crocker of this city, and two brothers, William and Fred 
of Milwaukee, survive. The deceased was married to Mr. Poklinkosky 
nine years ago and has always made her home in the city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, August 19, 1929 P.2
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[bur. 21 Aug. 1929/age 35 yrs./cause: carcinoma of pelvis/bur. on 
Gustave Winkelman lot]
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YOUNG PEOPLE WEDDED TODAY AT ST. BONIFACE
The marriage of Miss Elsa, daughter of Mr. G. Winkleman, and Frank Pokliakosky(sic) 
was celebrated at St. Boniface church at 9 o'clock this morning, Rev. Jaeckel 
officiating. Miss Anita Winkleman and Anton Komorowsky attended the couple. A 
wedding dinner and reception to seventy-five guests followed the ceremony at the 
home of the bride's mother, 1127 So. Eighteenth street and at 3 this afternoon the 
bridal pair depart for Milwaukee, Chicago and other points for a wedding trip and 
will return to be at home here at 1??4 So. Eighteenth street after Aug. 1?. The 
groom is employed with the Wisconsin Pea Canners Company.
Out of town guests here for the wedding were Mrs. Henry Herlik and son of Green Bay; 
Miss Bessie Hopkins, Antigo; Miss Minnie Winkleman and Dr. Segers, Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Herald News, August 9, 1921 P. 10


FRANK A. POKLINKOSKY

Frank A. Poklinkosky, 77, formerly of Manitou Manor, Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
John Hephner will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Poklinkosky was born May 13, 1895, at Manitowoc, son of the late Joseph 
and Mary Musial Poklinkosky. He was a veteran of World War I serving with 
the United States Army in the Motor Transportation Corps from May of 1918 to 
May of 1919. He married Elsie Winkelman in 1920 at Manitowoc. She preceded 
him in death in 1929.
He was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., until his retirement in 1960. 
He was a member of the Manitowoc World War I Barracks No. 2565.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Clarence (Loraine) Shimek, of Manitowoc; 
a step-daughter, Mrs. Robert Mendlik, of Milwaukee; two brothers, Anton and 
John, of Manitowoc; two grandchildren and a great grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday where a wake 
service will be held at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 19, 1972
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[Elsie Poklinkosky-wife/bur. on Gustave Winkelman lot]
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YOUNG PEOPLE WEDDED TODAY AT ST. BONIFACE
The marriage of Miss Elsa, daughter of Mr. G. Winkleman, and Frank Pokliakosky(sic) 
was celebrated at St. Boniface church at 9 o'clock this morning, Rev. Jaeckel 
officiating. Miss Anita Winkleman and Anton Komorowsky attended the couple. A 
wedding dinner and reception to seventy-five guests followed the ceremony at the 
home of the bride's mother, 1127 So. Eighteenth street and at 3 this afternoon the 
bridal pair depart for Milwaukee, Chicago and other points for a wedding trip and 
will return to be at home here at 1??4 So. Eighteenth street after Aug. 1?. The 
groom is employed with the Wisconsin Pea Canners Company.
Out of town guests here for the wedding were Mrs. Henry Herlik and son of Green Bay; 
Miss Bessie Hopkins, Antigo; Miss Minnie Winkleman and Dr. Segers, Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Herald News, August 9, 1921 P. 10


CATHERINE POLAK

Mrs. Katharine Pollack(sic), aged 69, died Saturday at her home on 
South Twenty-sixth Street of cerebral hemorrhage. The deceased was 
born in Bohemia in 1849, was married there in 1874 and came to this 
country in 1881. She is survived by nine children. The funeral was 
held Tuesday afternoon.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 21, 1918
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[cause: cerebral hemorrage]


INFANT SON POLAK   (d. 1950)

The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Polak of 1219 South 18th 
street was born and died yesterday at Holy Family hospital.
Private funeral services were held today at the Pfeffer funeral 
home with burial in Evergreen cemetery. Survivors are the parents; 
brother (private); grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Polak and Mr. 
and Mrs. Ed Opichka of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, August 11, 1950 P.2
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[d. 08-10-1950/stillborn]


JOHN POLAK (d. 1908)

DISGRACE LEADS HIM TO SUICIDE
John Pollack(sic) Ends Life When Family Has Him Posted by the Council
SON FINDS DEAD BODY
Pollack Barred Doors and Was Found Hanging in Barn; District Attorney 
Kelley Investigates Case
Hanging from a rafter in the barn at the home on Twenty-sixth Street 
the body of John Pollack, still warm, was found by members of the 
family early today following a search that was made when it was 
discovered that Pollack had not been home during the night. Despondency, 
caused by disgrace of having his name placed on the prohibited list in 
the Saloons, an action authorized by the council Monday night, is believed 
to have prompted Pollack to suicide. He was 62 years of age and a long 
time resident of the city.
Pollack's body was found shortly after seven o'clock by one of his sons, 
who becoming alarmed at the continued absence of his father, instituted 
a search about the premises. Coming to the barn, he discovered it locked 
from the inside, an unusual occurrence and which led him to suspect that 
the parents had come home late at night and not caring to go to the house 
had made the stable his sleeping quarters. He was not prepared for the 
ghastly sight that met his eyes when he entered and was nearly overcome by 
the discovery. Whipping out his knife the boy cut the rope by which the 
body, limp in death, was hanging and running to the house to annouce his 
ghastly find. The body was still warm though life was extinct and there 
was nothing for the family to do but carry it to the hosue and notify the 
authorities.
Though Pollack had been posted on Wednesday in both this city and the Town 
of Rapids, the evidence found was such as to indicate that he had been 
furnished liquor during the day. A search of the effects of the dead man 
revealed that he had spent all his money for something presumably drink 
and it is said that Pollack had been seen during the day partially under 
the influence of liquor. Where he obtained the drink will be the basis of 
an investigation on the part of the authorities. There is no doubt but that 
the fact that Pollack had had drink was responsible for his act since the 
man was rational and sober when sober and was of a disposition that would 
preclude all thoughts of taking his own life.
Pollack was a well known and old resident of the city and was engaged in 
the rag, iron and metal business. He was well known about the county from 
the frequent trips he had made. He was regarded as a shrewd business man 
and had made some money though he was not wealthy. He lived at the corner 
of Twenty-Sixth and Clark Streets. Report of the suicide was made to District 
Atty. E. L. Kelley who, after a personal investigation into the case, decided 
that no inquest was necessary, though the authorities will investigate reports 
that Pollack was supplied with liquor after having been posted.
Funeral arrangements have been made. That the council was hasty and unwarranted 
in its action in posting Pollack is not the contention of the peoople intimately 
acquainted with the man who say that he was not an excessive drinker and allege 
that the request to have him posted, which came from the family, was not just 
to Pollack. Pollack's home life is said not too have been pleasant of late, due 
to various causes and the man is said to have been discouraged and this coupled 
with the belief that he had been disgraced by his own flesh and blood, led him 
to seek death. Pollack is survived by a widow and family of grown children.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., Jan. 9, 1908 page 1
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COMMITTED SUICIDE
John Pollack, residing on corner 26th and Clark streets committed suicide Wednesday 
night by hanging himself in his barn. His body was found by his son early Thursday 
morning, when he entered the barn. Mr. Pollack had been addicted to excessive drinking 
and he was posted at the council meeting Monday night. After hearing the facts Dist. 
Attorney Kelley decided that it was unnecessary to hold an inquest. He was a rag peddler 
and was about 60 years of age. He leaves a wife and large family. It is presumed that he 
committed the rash act while in a state of despondency.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, January 9, 1908 pg. 1
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[cause: suicide-hanging]


JOHN J. POLAK (d. 1960)

John J. Polak, 68, of 1315 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died early Monday
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a heart attack
at home.
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Mittnacht Funeral Home,
Manitowoc, and at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev.
E.A. Radey will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Polak was born July 12, 1891, in Czechoslovakia, son of the late
George and Ludmila Sika Polak. He was educated in Europe and came to
the United States in 1911, settling at Reedsville where he was a 
carpenter by trade.
In recent years he had been employed by Burger Boat Co. Inc., and
Mirro Aluminum Co., retiring in 1959.
He married Rose Hlavackek(sic) April 26, 1921, and the couple lived
variously at Reedsville and Grimms before coming to Manitowoc in 
1941.
Surviving him are his wife, a grandchild and several nieces and
nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday where
the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 22, 1960, page 13
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[d. 02-22-1960/age 68 yrs.]
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Reedsville Couple Pledge Vows Today
The marriage of Miss Rose, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hlavachek and John 
Polak, both of Reedsville, was celebrated by the Rev. Father Decker at Reedsville 
at 9 this morning. Misses Emma Oswald and Angeline Wondrashek attended the bride 
and George Hlavchek (sic) and John Hlavachek were groomsmen. The couple were given 
a reception at the bride's home and will immediately take up their residence at 
Reedsville where the groom is a carpenter.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 26, 1921 P. 2


ROSE (HLAVACHEK) POLAK

Mrs. Rose Polak, 87, a Manitowoc resident, died Monday afternoon, Oct. 17, at 
Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Private family services will be 9 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 
9:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt 
will offiicate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Polak, nee Rose Hlavachek, was born Aug. 24, 1896, in the Town of Cato, 
Manitowoc, Wis., daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Oswald Hlavachek. She was 
married to John Polak, April 26, 1921, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. 
The couple came to Manitowoc to reside in 1940. Her husband preceded her in death 
Feb. 22, 1960. Mrs. Polak was a member of Christian Women of Holy Innocents 
Catholic Church.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Joseph W. and Grace Polak of Manitowoc; 
a grandson and his wife, Darryl and Judith Polak of Delafield, Wis.; a stepbrother, 
George Hlavachek of Albany, Wis., a stepsister, Mrs. Caroline Bacik of Jackson, 
Mich. and four great grandchildren, Deborah, Jennifer, Jason and Jeremy. She was 
preceded in death by a sister, Mary Shimek and four stepbrothers, Rev. Joseph, John, 
Steve and Charles Hlavachek.
There will be no Tuesday visitation at Pfeffer Funeral Home.
Herald Times Reporter, October 18, 1983 P. 3
[widow of John J. Polak]
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Reedsville Couple Pledge Vows Today
The marriage of Miss Rose, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hlavachek and John 
Polak, both of Reedsville, was celebrated by the Rev. Father Decker at Reedsville 
at 9 this morning. Misses Emma Oswald and Angeline Wondrashek attended the bride 
and George Hlavchek (sic) and John Hlavachek were groomsmen. The couple were given 
a reception at the bride's home and will immediately take up their residence at 
Reedsville where the groom is a carpenter.
Manitowoc Herald News, April 26, 1921 P. 2


ANNA POLIFKA

Funeral services for Mrs. Anna Polifka, 88, of 412 N. Fifth St., Manitowoc, 
who died Saturday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, were at 1:30 p.m. 
Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Vernon 
Anderson and Charles Sindelar conducted separate services and burial was 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Polifka, the former Anna Cibulka, was born July 21, 1879, in 
Czechoslovakia, daughter of the late Frank and Antonia Burdova Cibulka. 
She was married in Czechoslovakia May 26, 1900, to Wencil Kliment. He 
died in 1914. She came to America and was married to Stephen Polifka at 
Melnik July 30, 1921. The couple farmed at Melnik until 1926 and then 
moved to Manitowoc. Mr. Polifka died Aug. 27, 1930.
Mrs. Polifka was a member of ZCBJ Lodge and GUG Germania Society.
Surviving her are a son, Ludwig Kliment, and a daughter, Mrs. Joseph 
(Mary) Chobot, of Manitowoc, a step-daughter, Mrs. Joseph (Dorothy) 
Lachowicz, of Two Rivers, a brother, Wencil Cibulka, of Czechoslovakia, 
a grandson, six great grandchildren, four step-grandchildren and two 
step-great grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Frank Konecny, Joseph Sladkey, Peter Jebvay, Wenzel 
Holzinger, Charles Peters and Charles Sindelar Sr.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 15, 1966 P. 14
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[d. 2-12-1966/age 88 yrs/widow of Stephen Polifka]
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WAR WIDOW FROM BOHEMIA TO BE BRIDE
Mrs. Anna Kliment, widow as the result of the World War, arived (sic) in this 
country three weeks ago from Prague and in another week will become the bride 
of Stephen Polifka(sic) of the Town of Franklin and the marriage ceremony will be 
celebrated in true Bohemian style. Mr. Polifka is a well known farmer of the 
county and this is his second matrimonial venture, a previous marriage having 
resulted in a divorce some eight years ago. A marriage license was issued to 
the couple today at the county clerk's office and great preparations are being 
made for the wedding feast and celebration. The romance is the culmination of a 
correspondence which has been carried on for some time.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 22, 1921 P. 1


DELORES POLIFKA

Delores A. Polifka, age 77, of 3402 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc, entered into her 
eternal light on Friday morning, Aug. 1, 2008, at her home with her family by 
her side.
She was born on Oct. 15, 1930, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Louis and 
Frieda Krueger. Her home was in Grimms where she attended grade school and later 
on attended Reedsville schools. On Aug. 9, 1952, she married Matthew Polifka in 
Manitowoc. She and her husband Matthew farmed for many years at their home in 
Clarks Mills. Delores was also a certified nurse assistant at the Manitowoc County 
Healthcare Center for many years. Later, she decided to stay home to raise her 
family.
She is survived by three daughters and one son-in-law: Helen and Louis Mitcheltree, 
Susan Felber, and Lori Polifka; three sons and one daughter-in-law: Thomas and 
James Polifka, Mike and Fae Polifka, all reside in Manitowoc; Delores is also 
survived by 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; She has many sisters and 
brothers, also nieces and nephews who survive; and her very special friends, Carol 
Meyer, Eva Walker and Bill Nordman and Rory Lorentz, Sheryl Polifka and Aaron 
Johnston. Delores was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Matthew, her 
daughter Linda Johnston and five brothers.
Private family services will be held at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care 
Center, Manitowoc.
Our family would like to thank all the staff at Hospice and Aurora Medical Center 
including Dr. Laura Bently for all the care they gave mom. They helped mom through 
a long, tough battle with cancer.
The last special thank you is to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They 
were the joy of her life, and all the special times they were together made her last 
days with us very special. The warm smiles from her face meant the world. Also to my 
goddaughter, Amanda, for spending the time with me to take care of her grandmother 
meant peace in my heart and comfort. Grandma will always remember that special time.
Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 3, 2008


JOSEPH POLIFKA

Joseph Polifka, 79, of 1847 Michigan Ave., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
at the Manitowoc County Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Urbanek and 
Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Dr. C.H. Phipps will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born in Franklin in 1872 and in 1903 was married to Miss 
Margaret Hynek in Taus. They located in Manitowoc where Mr. Polifka 
was employed for 37 years at the Manitowoc Boiler Works.
Survivors are his wife; a son, Elmer of Milwaukee; and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, February 16, 1952 P.2
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[bur. 02-19-1952/age 79 yrs.]


LOIS K. POLIFKA

Lois Katherine Polifka, 62, 2009 Madison Street, Two Rivers, died Friday, 
February 9, 1990. Mrs. Polifka was born July 7, 1927 in Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Edward and Leona Bull Wakley. She married Raymond Polifka Sr., 
December 15, 1951 in Milwaukee.
Survivors include her husband, Raymond, Two Rivers; six sons and five daughters-
in-law, David and Darla, North Carolina; Raymond Jr. and Linda, Baraboo; Randy 
and Debra, Scott and Debbie, all of Kewaunee; Donnie, Illinois; Todd and Donna, 
Two Rivers; five daughters and four sons-in-law, Christine and Claude Jacquette, 
Illinois; Gesina Daron, Two Rivers; Debbie and August Krueger, Eagle River; 
Bonnie and Robert Reindl, Denmark; Vickie and Thomas Benszshawel, Sturgeon Bay; 
a brother and sister-in-law, Delmar and Elitte Wakley, Milwaukee; two sisters 
and brothers-in-law, Barbara and Donald Rathsack, Janice and Ronald Champagne, 
all of Manitowoc; 17 grandchildren; her mother-in-law, Anita Polifka, Manitowoc; 
other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by a son, a grandchild and her father-in-law, Frank 
Polifka.
Funeral services were Tuesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers with the Rev. Edward Stelter officiating. A memorial fund has been 
established in her name.
Denmark Press - Thursday, Feb. 15, 1990
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[cremains/bur. on Edward Wakley lot]


MARGARET POLIFKA

Mrs. Joseph Polifka, 79, of 1847 Michigan Ave., Manitowoc, died Friday at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. Gervase Zanotti officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Margaret Hynek Aug. 20, 1883, at Kellnersville, daughter of the 
late John and Mary Pivonka Hynek. She moved to Manitowoc with her parents and 
was married to Joseph Polifka in 1901 at Manitowoc. Her husband died in 1952. 
She was a member of the Women's Relief Corps and the Germania Society.
Among survivors are a son, Elmer, of Milwaukee; two brothers, Frank of Menomonee 
Falls and Anton of Racine; two sisters, Mrs. George Wyszynski and Mrs. Rose 
Shimon, both of Manitowoc; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home (State Street entrance).
Two Rivers Reporter, August 17, 1963 P. M-9
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[d. 08-16-1963/age 79 yrs./widow of Joseph Polifka]


MATTHEW A. POLIFKA

Matthew A. Polifka Jr, 62, of 1318 S. 9th Street, Manitowoc, died Sunday evening, 
May 26, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Private family services will be held Wednesday, May 29th 11 a.m. at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home. Father Jerry Prusakowski will preside. Burial will follow at 
Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born August 18, 1928, in Manitowoc, son of the late Matt and Mary Kovarik 
Polifka Sr. Mr. Polifka was employed by Mirro Corp. from January 8, 1964, until 
the time of his retirement August of 1990.
Survivors include his wife; four daughters and two sons-in-law, Susan and Lonn 
Felber, Linda Johnston, Helen and Louis Mitcheltree and Lori Polifka; three sons 
and two daughters-in-law, Thomas and Sheryl Polifka, James and Thersa Polifka, 
and Michael Polifka, all of Manitowoc; three brothers, Clarence, Harvey and Lester; 
and nine grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by a brother, Victor.
Herald Times Reporter, May 28, 1991 P. B8
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[cremains]


RAYMOND POLIFKA

Raymond A. Polifka Sr., age 65, formerly of 2009 Madison St., Two Rivers, passed 
away Tuesday morning, April 18, 1995, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Arpil (sic) 22, 1995, at St. 
Luke's Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Dave Beaudry will officiate with burial 
at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born December 8, 1929, in the town of Franklin, son of the late Frank and 
Anita Warnar Polifka. He was educated in the town of Franklin. He entered the 
armed forces during the Korean War, serving from March 13, 1951 to December 30, 
1952. He married Lois K. Wakley, Demceber (sic) 15, 1951, in Milwaukee. She resided 
in Manitowoc County while he was serving overseas. After he returned he was employed 
with several construction companies. He was later employed with the Fisher Hamilton 
Mfg. Company, Two Rivers.
Survivors include six sons and three daughters-in-law, David and Connie Polifka, 
North Carolina, Raymond Polifka Jr., North Freedon, Wis., Randy and Debra Polifka, 
Kewaunee, Donnie Polifka, Stockton, Ill., Scott and Debbie Polifka, Kewaunee, Todd 
Polifka, Two Rivers; five daughters and three sons-in-law, Christine and Clyde 
Jacquette, Stockson, Ill., Gesine Daron, Two Rivers, and her fiance, Gary McVey, 
Manitowoc, Debbie Krueger, Eagle River, Bonnie and Robert Reindl, Denmark, Vicky 
and Thomas Benzshawel, Sturgeon Bay; 18 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two 
brothers and sisters-in-law, Francis and Florence Polifka, Herrin, Ill., Edward 
and Vera Polifa, Forkland, Ala.; one sister and two brothers-in-law, Evelyn and 
Joseph Yanda, Manitowoc, Charles H. Friedenberger, Manitowoc. He is also survived 
by other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his 
father-in-law and mother-in-law.
Friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home, from 4-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday from 
9 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. A prayer service will be held 
Friday evening at 7 p.m. at the Jens Funeral Home led by Deacon Ken Coenen.
Herald Times Reporter, April 19, 1995 P. A2
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[cremains/widower of Lois Polifka/bur. on Mr. or Mrs. Edward Wakley lot]


STEPAN POLIFKA

S. POLIFKA, 59, DIES SUNDAY AT HOME HERE 
Steven Polifka(sic), 59, for years a farmer in the town of Franklin, but who, 
for the past five years has been living a retired life in this city, passed 
away on Sunday morning at the family home, 1712 Hamilton street. The deceased 
has been a sufferer with rheumatism for some time.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at two o’clock from the Wattawa 
and Urbanek chapel, with interment at Evergreen cemetery. The services will be 
in charge of the C.Z.B.J. lodge of which the deceased was a member. Mr. Polifka 
was born in the town of Franklin, April 22, 1871 and spent nearly his entire 
life there. He was married there in 1921 to Mrs. Anna Kliment, who survives him 
with two step children, Ludwig Kliment and Mrs. John Hutchison, both of this 
city, and one brother, John of Franklin.
The remains may be viewed tonight and tomorrow morning at the Wattawa and Urbanek 
chapel.
Manitowoc Herald News, August 11, 1930  P. 2
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[Stephan Polifka/bur. 8-12-1930/age 59 yrs/cause: nephritis/
bur. on Mrs. Anna Polifka lot]
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WAR WIDOW FROM BOHEMIA TO BE BRIDE
Mrs. Anna Kliment, widow as the result of the World War, arived (sic) in this 
country three weeks ago from Prague and in another week will become the bride 
of Stephen Polifka(sic) of the Town of Franklin and the marriage ceremony will be 
celebrated in true Bohemian style. Mr. Polifka is a well known farmer of the 
county and this is his second matrimonial venture, a previous marriage having 
resulted in a divorce some eight years ago. A marriage license was issued to 
the couple today at the county clerk's office and great preparations are being 
made for the wedding feast and celebration. The romance is the culmination of a 
correspondence which has been carried on for some time.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 22, 1921 P. 1


ADOLPH POLIVKA

Adolph Polivka, 65, of 1817 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a brief illness. Funeral services will be 
at 1:30 pm Monday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Gervase Zanotti 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside military 
rites will be conducted by members of the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 
88 of Manitowoc.
Mr. Polivka was born May 12, 1896 at Kellnersville, son of the late Wenzel and 
Anna Chermak Polivka. He attended schools in the Town of Franklin and as a young 
man was engaged as a cheesemaker in the Town of Kossuth, and also worked in the 
carpentry trade for many years. He married Alice Pech in 1918 and the following 
year he operated a tavern at Polivka's Corners in the Town of Kossuth until 1943. 
In recent years he was employed as a caretaker at the Manitowoc County 
Fairgrounds.
He married Mrs. Mary Yindra in 1944. Mr. Polivka was a member of the American 
Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88 of Manitowoc and ZCBJ Lodge No. 99 of Polivka's 
Corners. He served with the Army Engineers during World War I.
Survivors include his wife; a son, Harvey of Manitowoc; a step-son, Joseph Jindra 
of Manitowoc; a brother, Louis J. of Manitowoc and four grandchildren.
Friends may call after 2 pm Sunday at the funeral home until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, Aug. 19, 1961 page 7
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[d. 08-18-1961/age 65 yrs.]
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Notes from Melnik-Brockville:
The marriage of Miss Alice Pech of this place and Mr. Adolph Polivka 
of Polivka’s Corners, was solemnized at the office of probate court 
Tuesday, Nov. 26, Judge John Chloupek officiating. William Pech, 
brother of the bride and Miss Tillie Petska were the attending couple. 
The happy couple are both well known young people of this part of the 
county and will reside at Polivka’s Corners where the groom operates 
a farm and saloon in connection. The correspondent joins their many 
friends in extending best wishes for their success and happiness as 
they journey together down the pathway of life.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 5, 1918


ALICE (PECH) POLIVKA

Mrs. Adolph Polivka, 46, of Polivka's Corners, died Sunday night at the Holy 
Family hospital, following a week's illness.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. from the Husar funeral home 
in Kellnersville. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Polivka, nee Alice Pech was born in Gibson in 1898 and in 1918 was married 
to Mr. Polivka. They have since operated a dance hall and tavern at Polivkas 
Corners in Kossuth.
Survivors are the widower; son Harry, stationed at Fort Sam Houston, Texas; mother, 
Mrs. Anton Pech of this city; sister, Mrs. William Spevachek, of this city; brother, 
William, on the home farm in Gibson.
The body may be viwed from Tuesday evening on at the funeral home in Kellnersville.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 11, 1943 P. 2
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[d. 01-10-1943/age 46 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Anton (Anna) Pech Sr. lot-her mother]
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Notes from Melnik-Brockville:
The marriage of Miss Alice Pech of this place and Mr. Adolph Polivka 
of Polivka’s Corners, was solemnized at the office of probate court 
Tuesday, Nov. 26, Judge John Chloupek officiating. William Pech, 
brother of the bride and Miss Tillie Petska were the attending couple. 
The happy couple are both well known young people of this part of the 
county and will reside at Polivka’s Corners where the groom operates 
a farm and saloon in connection. The correspondent joins their many 
friends in extending best wishes for their success and happiness as 
they journey together down the pathway of life.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 5, 1918


HARVEY L. POLIVKA

Mr. Harvey L. Polivka Sr., age 76,of 1032 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, 
died Tuesday, December 26, 1995, at Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, December 28, 
1995, at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Gerald 
Foley will officiate with burial in the Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Harvey was born November 7, 1919, at Polivka's Corners, Wis., son 
of the late Adolph and Alice Pech Polivka. He graduated from Lincoln 
High School with the class of 1937. After graduation, he worked with 
his parents at Polivka's Hall. In 1942 he joined the United States 
Army from where he was honorably discharged in 1946. His marriage to 
Rose F. Kristinek took place on April 13, 1946, at Temple, Texas. 
After their marriage, Harvey and Rose returned to Manitowoc. For the 
next 45 years he was employed as a truck driver by Northen Wisconsin 
Produce Company and Allied Heat Treating Company. Both Harvey and 
Rose enjoyed travelling (sic) to their cottage in Townsend, Wis. At 
their cottage they enjoyed many acitivities together, especially 
fishing. When in Manitowoc, one of their favorite pastimes was playing 
bingo with their friends.
Survivors include his wife, Rose; two children, Rose Marie (Jim) Meyer 
and Harvey (Mary) Polivka Jr.; three grandchildren, Michelle, Patricia 
and Jonathan Meyer; a cousin, Grace (Harvey) Krish, Manitowoc; other 
relatives and friends also survive.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Thursday from 
1 p.m. until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, December 27, 1995 P. A2


LOUIS J. POLIVKA

Louis J. Polivka, 77, of 2212 Emmerson St., Manitowoc, died Sunday 
morning at Mermorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Polivka was born Dec. 1, 1894, at Kellnersville, son of the late 
Wencil and Anna Chermak Polivka. He was a veteran of World War I 
serving from May 20, 1918, to May 20, 1919. He married Mayme Oswald 
April 26, 1920, at Manitowoc. He was a musician and operated several 
businesses in Manitowoc. He was a member of the American Legion and 
Musicians and Bartenders Union Local.
Survivors include his wife, two grandchildren and a great grandchild. 
A daughter, Esther Westover, and a brother, Adolph, preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 o'clock this Monday 
evening and until the time of service on Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 28, 1972
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[d. 02-27-1972/age 77 yrs./husband of Mayme Polivka]
(01 Dec 1894/Feb 1972/SSDI)


MARY J. POLIVKA

Mrs. Mary J. Polivka, 84, a resident of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Friday 
morning, September 15, 1989 at Shady Lane. Funeral services will be 9:30 am 
Tuesday at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and 10 am at Holy Innocents Catholic 
Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Jeff 
VandenHeuvel and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Polivka was born February 23, 1895 at Kellnersville, Wisconsin, daughter 
of the late Joseph and Mary Harmacek Tisler. She married Adolph Polivka on 
December 23, 1944 at Manitowoc, Wisconsin. He preceded her in death. Mrs. Polivka 
was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church.
Survivors include a step son, Harvey Polivka of Manitowoc; a daughter-in-law, 
Dorothy Yindra of Manitowoc; two grandchildren, Kathy Yindra of Union Grove, 
Wisconsin and Sue Yancey of Manitowoc; a great grandson, Joshua Yancey of 
Manitowoc; two step grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 
She was preceded in death by a son, Joe Yindra; three sisters and two brothers.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 8:30 pm Tuesday to the time 
of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Sept. 16, 1989 page B6


MAYME POLIVKA

Mrs. Mayme Polivka, age 94, a resident of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday, 
July 17, 1994, at Shady Lane Home.
It was Mrs. Polivka's wish to be cremated with burial of her cremains at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Memorial Services will be held at a later date.
She was born June 17, 1900, in the town of Kossuth, Wis., daughter of the late 
Wencel and Mary Kupsch Oswald. She married Louis J. Polivka on April 19, 1919, 
in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1972. She was a longtime member of First 
Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include two grandchildren, William (Ruth) Westover, DePere, Wis., Tom 
Westover, California; five great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. She 
was preceded in death by her husband, a daughter, Esther Westover, four brothers 
and four sisters.
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 19, 1994 P. A2
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[cremains/widow of Louis J. Polivka]


ROSE POLIVKA

Rose Frances Polivka, age 98, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care center, 
Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Monday afternoon, Feb. 28, 2011, at the care 
center, where she resided for the past eight years. 
Rose was born on Aug. 5, 1912, in Bell County, Texas. She was the daughter of 
the late Frank P. and Rosie Tomastik Kristinek. She was raised in Bell County 
and attended schools in Little Elm and Oscar, Texas. On April 13, 1946, she 
married Harvey L. Polivka in Temple Texas. He preceded her in death on Dec. 26, 
1996. Shortly after their marriage, they moved to Manitowoc. Rose was a member 
of SPJST Lodge No. 47, Seaton, Texas. She received a Certificate of Recognition 
from SPJST in 2008 for attaining the “Grand Age of 96.” Rose and Harvey enjoyed 
traveling in their cottage in Townsend, Wisconsin, and to Texas to visit family 
and friends. She enjoyed cooking and baking for her family, especially her 
grandchildren. Rose was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed watching the 
Green Bay Packers and the Milwaukee Brewers. Playing bingo with friend was one 
of her favorite activities.
She is survived by two children: Rose Marie (Jim) Meyer, Two Rivers, Wis.; Harvey 
Mary) Polivka, Jr., Manitowoc; three grandchildren: (private);one great-
granddaughter: (private); one sister-in-law: (private); many other relatives, 
and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Harvey; four 
brothers, Frankie, Otto, Ernest Sr., and William Kristinek; three sisters: 
Kristina Bartek, Mary Bartek and Lenora Talasek.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 7, 2011, at the Harrigan-
Parkside Funeral Home, with the Rev. Gerald Foley officiating. Burial will take 
place in Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at the 
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Monday from 10 until the time of services at 11 
a.m. 
Online condolences can be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to all present and past nurses, 
aides and staff at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, especially third floor; for 
all the friendship, care and compassion extended to Rose and her family.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc, is assiting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 3, 2011 


CAROLINE POLLACK

WOMAN DIES OF INJURIES AFTER CRASH
Mrs. Joseph Pollock, Reedsville, Is 34th Violent Death Victim in County
Mrs. Joseph Pollock, 52, Reedsville, seriously injured in an automobile
accident near Reedsville July 29, died last night at the Holy Family
hospital.
(snip)
Mrs. Pollock  sustained severe contusive injuries about the head when thrown
through the windshield of a car driven by Mrs. Charles Kugle, Reedsville,
which collided head-on with a car driven by Lester Zipperer, Whitelaw. The
accident happened on a hill on a town road four miles east of Reedsville.
Mrs. Pollock with her 10-year-old daughter, (private), were riding in the 
back seat of the Kugle car.
Mrs. Wenzel Shimon, Reedsville, another passenger in the Kugle car also
sustained injuries.
Mrs. Pollock, nee Catherine Kirch, was born in Rockland in 1885 and was
married to Charles Vondrachek. He died 30 years ago. In 1909 she was married
to Joseph Pollock. She was a member of the St. Anne's society and the Legion
auxiiary at Reedsville.
Funeral Monday
Survivors are the widower; Mrs. Giles Wierman, West Bend and William 
Vondrachek, a daughter and son of her first marriage; two daughters, Mrs.
George Charles, Tisch Mills, (private), Reedsville; a son, John, Laona, 
Wis.; brother, John, Racine; four half-brothers, Al Kirch, Milwaukee, Joseph,
Washington state, Edward and Charles, Reedsville; a half-sister, Christine
Kirch, Reedsville; step-mother, Mrs. Mary Kirch, Reedsville; four grand-
children.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from St. Mary's Catholic 
church, Reedsville. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery, this city.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, August 20, 1937
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[bur. 08-23-1937/cause: septic meningitis auto accident resulting in fracture 
of right maxilla/bur. on Joseph Pollack lot]


JOSEPH POLLACK

Joseph Pollack, 68, died this morning in his Reedsville home after a lingering 
illness.
Funeral services will be held at 8:45 a.m. Friday at the Reedsville Co-operative 
funeral home and 9 a.m. at the St. Mary’s Catholic church in Reedsville, the Rev. 
William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pollack was born in Bohemia in 1879(sic). He came to this country when he was 
23 years old and settled in Reedsville where he worked as a carpenter for many 
years. In 1908 he married Caroline Kirch Vondrachek, now deceased. 
He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. George Charles of Grimms, Jane, at home, 
and Mrs. Giles Wierman of Boltonville, Wis.; two sons, John of Milwaukee and 
William Vondrachek of Manitowoc; two brothers, John of Manitowoc and Wencel of 
Cernikov, Czechoslovakia and nine grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 7 p.m. Wednesday until time of 
services. Reedsville chapters of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin and the Holy 
Name society of which he was a member, will recite the rosary at 8 p.m. Wednesday 
and Thursday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 15, 1947  P. 2
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[d. 07-15-1947/age 68 yrs.]


HELEN M. POLLEN

Helen M. Pollen, age 87, a resident of Shady Lane Home, died Tuesday morning, 
October 4, 1994, at the home.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, October 7, 1994, at the First 
Lutheran Church Chapel, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. 
Richard Lind with burial to follow at the Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Helen Vetting was born May 8, 1907, in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, 
Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Emil and Mathilda Larson Vetting. She 
married John F. Pollen on May 29, 1933, in Waukegan, Ill. He preceded her in 
death September 5, 1966. Mrs. Pollen was a member of the first Lutheran Church.
Survivors include a son-in-law, Gunars Eidemanis, Milwaukee; three grandchildren, 
Lori Eidemanis, Appleton, John Eidemanis, Milwaukee, Debbie Malone and her 
husband, Jon, Arizona; one sister-in-law, Frieda Vetting, Manitowoc; nieces, 
nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded 
in death by a daughter, Judith Eidemanis in 1983; six brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call at the First Lutheran Church Chapel on Friday, from 10 a.m. 
until the time of service. There will be no Thursday evening visitation.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
The family wishes to thank the staff at Shady Lane Home for their loving care.
Herald Times Reporter, October 5, 1994  P. A2
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[widow of John Pollen]


JOHN F. POLLEN

John F. Pollen, 63, of 1419 S. 2nd St., Manitowoc, died Monday at 
his residence.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. George J. Knudson will oficiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pollen was born Aug. 17, 1903, at Manitowoc, son of the late 
Frank and Katherine Mrotek Pollen. He married Helen Vetting 
May 29, 1933, at Waukegan, Ill. He was an electrician for the 
Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad for 15 years and prior to that worked 
at the same trade at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. He was a member 
of the Electricians Local at Ludington.
Survivors are the wife, a daughter, (private); five brothers, 
Charles, William, Albert, Phillip and Frank of Manitowoc; a sister, 
Mrs. Raymond Koch of Manitowoc and two granddaughters. 
Two sisters preceded him in death. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 o'clock this Tuesday 
evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 6, 1966
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[d. 9-5-1966/age 63 yrs/bur. on Mrs. John F. Pollen lot]
(17 Aug 1903/Sep 1966/SSDI)


CLARA POLLOCK

Mrs. Clara Pollock, 89, formerly of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday evening 
at Manitowoc County Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Wesley Methodist Church, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Donald T. Stannard officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
The former Clara Beck was born Feb. 1, 1874, at Two Rivers, daughter of the late 
Frederick and Anna Koehler Beck. She was married to the late Jacob Pollock in 1898, 
and the couple resided at Manitowoc. Mr. Pollock died in 1945. Mrs. Pollock was a 
member of Wesley Methodist Church.
Surviving are two sons, Reuben Pollock of Wausau and Merlin Pollock of Fayetteville, 
N.Y.; two sisters, Mrs. John Hale Sr., and Mrs. E.J. Peebles of Manitowoc; four 
grandchildren, five great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Six brothers and a 
son also preceded her in death.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Tuesday and until 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Jens Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, and from 11 a.m. Wednesday until the hour of service at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 13, 1964 P. 13
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[Clara Pollock/d. Jan. 12, 1964/age 89 yrs./widow of Jacob Pollock]


DAVID T. POLLOCK

David T. Pollock, age 84, of 1315 N. 21st St., Manitowoc, died Thursday evening, 
March 5, 1998, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc. 
Funeral Services wil be held at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, March 9, 1998, at the 
Harrigan Parkside funeral Home, followed by the Mas of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. 
at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Gerald Foley will officiate. 
Cremation will take place following the Mass, with burial of the cremains at a 
later date at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born October 1, 1913, in Manitowoc, son of the late Thomas and Susan Schave 
Pollock. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Class of 1931. On November 8, 
1934, he married Alice M. Rysticken at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. David 
and Alice had the honor of celebrating 63 years of marriage together in November 
1997. On November 16, 1940, he was appointed to the Manitowoc Fire Department. He 
was promoted to Lieutenant on August 15, 1948, and then to Captain on January 16, 
1951. On January 1, 1967, he received his promotion to Assistant Chief. David 
retired in November 1972, at which time he was Assistant Chief and in charge of 
Instruction and Training. David was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. He was active in past years with local baseball leagues in Manitowoc. 
He also enjoyed his hobbies of gardening and following local sporting events.
Survivors include his wife, Alice; three sons and daughters-in-law, David A. and 
Ann Pollock, Manitowoc, Thomas and Patricia Pollock, Green Bay, and Michael and 
Cristine Pollock, Kentfield, Calif.; ten grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; 
and one sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Roger Rulseh, New Holstein. Nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his 
parents; two sisters and one brother.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. Sunday, where 
a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m., led by Deacon Paul Kieffer. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 7, 1998  P. 2
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[cremation]


JACOB POLLOCK

Jacob Pollock, 69, retired employe of the Chicago and North Western Railroad 
company, died Monday evening at his home 734 S. 26th street after a sudden 
heart attack.
The body was removed to the Pfeffer funeral home where it will lie in state 
from Wednesday evening until 2 p.m. Thursday when services will be conducted 
there by the Rev. Carl Hagen of the Wesley Methodist church. Interment will 
be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Pollock was born Jan? 27, 1874 in Bohemia and came to this county when a 
small boy. He retired five years ago after being in the employ of the Chicago 
and North Western Railroad company for many years.
His wife, the former Clara Beck of Manitowoc, whom he married on August 28, 
1898, survives with two sons, ________, USNR, stationed at Corpus Christi, 
Texas and Reuben J. of Wausau; two brothers, John and Stephen of Manitowoc; 
four sisters, Mrs. Marie Kn___, city Mrs. Jane Bedeil, Manitowoc Rapids, Mrs. 
Emil Dempsey and Mrs. Bessie Boetcher, both of Chilton. Four grandchildren 
also survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 20, 1944  P. 2
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[d. 06-19-1944/age 69 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis]


MAVIS M. POLLOCK

Mavis (Rasmussen) Pollock, age 70, of Ellis Street, Stevens Point, died at St. 
Michaels Hospital in Sevens Point Saturday morning.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church in 
Stevens Point. The Reverends Kenneth Knutson and David Maxfield will officiate. 
Cremation will follow and her ashes will be buried at Evergreen Cemetery in 
Manitowoc at a later date. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday morning 
from 9 a.m. until the time of service. A memorial is established in her name for 
Trinity Lutheran Church. Boston Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mavis was born Dec. 4, 1931 in Wrightstown, daughter of the late Earl and Elinor 
(Kussow) Rasmussen. She grew up and attended schools in Manitowoc. She graduated 
from Lincoln High School in Manitowoc in 1949. She worked in an administrative 
capacity for Mirro Aluminum in Manitowoc for a time.
In 1969 she moved to Stevens Point. She was currently working for Community 
Industries in administration. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church.
Survivors include two sons, Jeff Pollock of Stevens Pint and Joe Pollock of Tucson, 
Ariz.; two brothers, Aaron (Betty) Rasmussen and Mark (Jan) Rasmussen of Manitowoc; 
one brother-in-law, George Wicihowski of Appleton; two granddaughters, Cheyenne and 
Teanna Pollock; special friends, Lowell and Stacey LaRonge of Stevens Point; nieces 
and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Mary and a niece, Lindsay.
Herald Times Reporter, January 14, 2002  P. A3
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[bur. 9-25-2002/cremation]


ROY POLLOCK

DEATH CLAIMS ROY POLLOCK, WELL KNOWN YOUNG MAN OF CITY WHO 
SUCCUMBS AT HURLEY FROM “FLU”
Death claimed Roy Pollock, a well known young man of this city, at 
Hurley yesterday afternoon after a brief illness. Had he lived until 
tomorrow, April 2, he would have celebrated his twenty-first birthday. 
Mr. Pollock suffered an attack of “flu” two weeks ago and had so far 
recovered as to be able to return to work. He was taken home with a 
relapse and pneumonia developed, death resulting yesterday. His mother, 
Mrs. Jacob Pollock and his aunt, Miss Jennie Pollock, city nurse, were 
called and were at his bedside when the end came. Roy Pollock was born 
in this city and attended school here. He learned the plumber trade at 
the Nel?? Braunel shop and went to Hurley ? four months ago. He was one 
of the men that answered the September draft call but was released from 
service when the armistice was signed. Besides his parents, Mr. and Mrs. 
Jacob Pollock, 734 South Twenty-ninth street, two brothers, Reuben and 
Franklin? Survive. The body will be brought here for burial and funeral 
arrangements will be announced later. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, April 01, 1919 Page 1
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The remains of Roy Pollock, who died at Iron Mountain, arrived in the city this 
morning and were taken to the home of the parents Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Pollock, 
736 south (sic) 26th street. The funeral will be held from the home Friday 
afternoon at 2 o'clock and interment will be made at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, April 2, 1919 P. 5
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[Roy V. Pollock/bur. 04-04-1919/age 20yrs/cause: broncho pneumonia/
bur. on Jacob Pollock lot]


STEPHEN POLLOCK

Stephen Pollock 63, retired electrical engineer, died Saturday evening at 
the Holy Family hospital. In recent years he had been making his home with 
a sister, Mrs. E.S. Bedell of Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Frazier mortuary 
chapel. Burial will be at Evergreen cemetery. There will be Masonic rites 
at the grave.
Mr. Pollock was born in this city and attended local schools, graduating from 
the old West side high school. He never married.
He is survived by a brother, John, of this city; and four sisters, Mrs. E.T. 
Dempsey of Chilton, Mrs. Bedell, Mrs. Bessie Boettcher and Mrs. C.R. Knoth, 
all of Manitowoc.
The body may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 18, 1947 P.2
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[bur. on Mrs. Catharine Polak(sic) lot]


GUSTIN POLSON

PAULSEN (sic), the insane man at the asylum who was beaten on the head with boot 
by a fellow inmate as mentioned in last week's issue, died on Sunday night. 
Paulsen was a resident of Manitowoc Rapids. His assailant, Geigle, was sent here 
from Marathon county.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 15, 1894  P. 3
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[age 70 yrs./male/cause: fracture of the skull]
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Jorsteim Polsen (sic)
Wisconsin Death Index
Name Jorsteim Polsen
Event Type Death
Event Date 09 Mar 1894
Event Place Manitowoc, Wisconsin
"Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907," database, FamilySearch 
Jorsteim Polsen, 09 Mar 1894; from "Wisconsin Deaths, 1820-1907,"
**********
Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907
Jorsteim Polsen
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name Jorsteim Polsen
Event Type Death
Event Date 1894
Event Place Manitowoc, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Gender Male
Age 73
Race w
Birth Year (Estimated) 1821
Birthplace Norway
Burial Place Manitowoc, WI
Father's Name Polsen
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch 
Jorsteim Polsen, 1894; citing Death, Manitowoc, Manitowoc, Wisconsin


DAVID J. POND

David J. Pond, age 81, a resident of River’s Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center, 
Manitowoc, died on Sunday, Jan. 23, 2011. 
He was born on Feb. 20, 1929, in Milwaukee, son of the late Leo and Caroline 
(Janezich) Pond. In September of 1985 he married the former Mary Jane Cornils 
Machia. David was employed with Allis Chalmers for many years, retiring in 1978.
Survivors include his wife: Mary Jane Pond, Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law: 
Suzy and Jay Cayo and their family, Eagle River, Terry and Guy Knepprath and their family, 
Watertown; two stepdaughters and stepsons-in-law: Victoria and Peter Schramm, Manitowoc, 
Kristin and Christopher Scheuer and their family, Appleton; one stepson and stepdaughter-
in-law: Michael and Cathy Machia and their family, Manitowoc; and the mother of his children: 
Donna Davidson. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded 
in death by his father: Leo Pond; his mother and stepfather: Caroline and Tony Starich; a step-
grandson: Casey Machia; his second wife: Virginia Wylie; and one brother and sister-in-law: 
Donald and Liz Pond.
Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011, at The 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Service will be Deacon Alan 
Boeldt with burial at Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc.
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
from 11 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011, until 12:30 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  January 25, 2011


A. C. POOL

Died - At his residence in Eaton, on Sunday, the 1st inst., A. C. Pool, aged 59 years. 
The deceased was one of the oldest settlers on the Manitowoc River, and a member of 
Manitowoc Lodge, No. 65, of F.&A.M. He has held prominent positions in his town at 
various times and at one time, in 1850, we think, was chairman of the County Board 
of Supervisors, of Manitowoc County.  
His death was unexpected and is universally regretted. A number from here would 
have attended the funeral were it not for the early house at which the services 
were held - 8 a.m. - and the bad state of the roads.  
His remains were taken to Manitowoc for interment, while his spirit has returned 
to the God who gave it. In common with his numerous friends we drop a tear to his 
memory and tender our sympathy to his bereft family.  
Chilton Times, March 7, 1874
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IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT.
In the Matter of the Estate of Ammi C. Pool. Deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Harriett E. Pool, of said County representing 
among other things that Ammi C. Pool late of the Town of Rockland, in said County, 
on the 1st day of March, A.D. 1874, at his residence in said Town of Rockland, in 
County of aforesaid died intestate, leaving goods, chattels, and estate within this 
State, and that the said petitioner is the widow of said deceased, and praying that 
administration of said estate be to John Woodcock, granted, it is ordered that said 
petion (sic) be heard before the Judge of this Court, on Monday, the 6th day of April, 
A.D. 1874, at 10 o'clock A.M., at my office in said County.
Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased, and to 
all persons interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks 
prior to said day of hearing in the Manitowoc Pilot, a Weekly Newspaper published at 
Manitowoc, in said County.
T.G. Olmsted, County Jduge.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 14th day of March, A.D. 1874.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, March 26, 1874 P. 1


HARRIET E. POOL

Mrs. Harriet E. Pool died last week age 76 years and 10 months. 
She was born at Pelham, Ontario, December 20, 1811, and was married 
to John Williams at Pelham, March 27, 1833. She came to Manitowoc 
in 1843. She was the mother of J.A. Williams of Manitowoc Rapids 
and of Mrs. J.D. Woodcock of Rockland. Her husband died August 1, 
1854 and in 1857 she married A.C. Pool whom she survived 14 years.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, November 8, 1888 P. 3
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[cause: old age]


WILLIAM L. POOLE

William L. Poole, age 64, of 2004 Rheume Road, Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon, 
Dec. 5, 2oo3, at his residence.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2003 at 11 a.m. at Holy Innocents 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Revs. Gerald Foley and Dan Felton will concelebrate 
the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
William was born Oct. 26, 1939 in Chicago, Ill., son of the late Joseph and Laura 
Haynes Poole. He was educated in Chicago and graduated with a Bachelor of Business 
Administration degree from Loyola University Chicago in 1962. William served in the 
U.S. Army from 1962 until his honorable discharge in 1964. He married Kathleen Ryan 
on June 26, 1965 in Minneapolis, Minn. He was a production supervisor at the Holiday 
House in Manitowoc. William was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church, member 
of the sign language community. Astronomical Society, and past-exalted ruler of the 
Manitowoc Elks Lodge #687. He had a deep love for and commitment to his clients at 
the Holiday House.
Survivors include his wife: Kathleen, Manitowoc; one daughter and son-in-law: Therese 
Poole and Matthew Brewer, Tucker, Ga.; two sons and daughters-in-law: Patrick and 
Cheryl Poole, Georgetown, Texas; and Daniel and Angela Poole, Oakland, Maine; six 
grandchildren: Arthur Brewer, William Maxwell Brewer, Tucker, Ga.; Alexander Poole, 
Christina Poole, Georgetown, Texas; Rylee Poole, Sophia Poole, Oakland, Maine; one 
sister: Virginia Fry, Milwaukee, Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also 
survive.
Besides his parents, William was preceded in death by one sister, Laura Ternes.
Relatives and friends may call at the Jens Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, on Monday, 
Dec. 8, 2003 from 4 to 8 p.m. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. led by Deacon 
Paul Kieffer. Relatives and friends may also call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc, on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2003 from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11 a.m.
The Jens, Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the Poole 
family.
Herald Times Reporter, December 7, 2003  P. A3
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Funeral services for William L. Poole, age 64, of 2004 Rheaume Road, Manitowoc, 
who died Friday afternoon, Dec. 5, 2003, at his residence, will be held on 
Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2003 at 11 a.m. at Holy Innocent Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
The Revs. Gerald Foley and Dan Felton will concelebrate the Mass of Christian 
Burial. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Relatives and friends may call at the Jens Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, on 
Monday (TONIGHT), Dec. 8, 2003 from 4 to 8 p.m. A prayer service will be held 
at 7:30 p.m. led by Deacon Paul Kieffer. Relatives and friends may also call 
at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2003 from 
10 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. 
The Jens, Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
Poole family. 
Herald Times Reporter, December 2005


EVERETT L. POPE

Everett Pope, retired City of Manitowoc fireman who lived at 866 No. 10th St., 
died unexpectedly of a coronary attack while visiting at Milwaukee Thursday 
evening. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Robin Butler will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pope was born Nov. 11, 1914, at Pensaukee, son of Fred and Anna Kreshefsky 
Pope. He attended Green Bay Schools until moving to Manitowoc where he was 
graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1934. He then worked at 
Mirro Aluminum Co. and Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. before entering military 
service Nov. 7, 1942. He was stationed in the European Theater in 1944-45 
attached to the 119th Hospital Corps and was discharged Dec. 6, 1945, with a 
T5 rating. Mr. Pope married Ruth Holly of Manitowoc June 6, 1942, in Iowa. 
Pope joined the Manitowoc Fire Department in 1946 and served until 1959 when 
he retired due to ill health. He was a lieutenant at the southside station 
and was an active outdoorsman. He was a member of the Fireman’s Relief Assn.
He is survived by his parents, wife, a daughter, (private), and a sister, Mrs. 
Eugene Scherer of Manitowoc. A brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Monday and until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Jens 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and then until the time of services at the church. 
The American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88 will conduct military rites at 
graveside. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 5, 1964  P. 9 
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[d. 09-03-1964 at Milwaukee WI/age 49 yrs./bur. on Mr. and Mrs. Nic Holly lot]


RUTH A. POPE

Mrs. Ruth Pope, 59, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, died Friday morning at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Private Eastern Star services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Jens Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pope, nee Ruth Holly, was born Sept. 12, 1917, at Manitowoc, daughter of 
the late Nicholas and Julia Wilda Holly. She was graduated from Lincoln High 
School in 1937. She was married to Everett Pope June 6, 1942, in Iowa. Mrs. 
Pope was a past matron of Order of Eastern Star No. 196. Mr. Pope preceded her 
in death in 1964.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Julie and Dale Popp, of Rt. 4, 
Manitowoc; two brothers, Charles J. of Beaverton, Mich., and Robert, of Rt. 4, 
Manitowoc, and two grandchildren, Melissa and Jody Popp, and niece and nephews. 
There will be no visitation. The casket will remain closed. Memorials may be 
made to the Diabetes Association.
Herald Times Reporter, November 12, 1976  P. 3
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[d. 11-13-1976/widow of Everett Pope/bur. on Mr. and Mrs. Nick Holly lot]


DARWIN J. POPELAR

Darwin J. Popelar, age 81, of St. Mary's Home, formerly of 2012 Richmond Ave., 
Manitowoc, died Friday, January 15, 1999, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, January 18, 1999, at Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by 
Rev. Mathew Simonar with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Darwin was born June 10, 1917, in the town of Kossuth, Manitowoc County, son 
of the late Michael and Anna Oswald Popelar. He married Helen C. Reindl, on 
September 17, 1940, in Kellnersville. He was employed with the Foley Company 
for 29 years retiring in 1982. He served with the United States Army during 
World War II. Darwin was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church. 
Survivors include his wife, Helen Popelar, Manitowoc, four children, Betty 
(Ronald) Rogen, LaValle, Wis., Carol (Leo) Tisler, Whitelaw, Mary Ann (Dennis) 
Steele, Bloomington, Minn., Michael (Sherry) Popelar, St. Louis, Mo.; eight 
grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two brothers, Gordon (Viola) Popelar, 
Manitowoc, Clarence (Florence) Popelar, Manitowoc; one sister, Florence (Victor) 
Baumann, Whitelaw; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He 
was preceded in death by one sister, Grace Schamburk.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, on Sunday from 5-8 p.m. 
and then at the church on Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 10 a.m.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 16, 1999 P. A2


HELEN L. (REINDL) POPELAR

Helen C. Popelar, age 87, a resident of St. Mary's Home, and formerly of 2012 
Richmond Ave., Manitowoc, entered into eternal life Thursday evening, Dec. 8, 
2005, at St. Mary's Home. 
Helen was born on July 28, 1918, in the town of Franklin to the late Joseph and 
Catherine Slager Reindl. She married Darwin J. Popelar on Sept. 17, 1940, in 
Kellnersville. Darwin preceded Helen in death on Jan. 15, 1999. Helen was a 
longtime member of the former Holy Innocents Catholic Church and the Holy 
Innocents Christian Women in Manitowoc, and a current member of St. Francis of 
Assisi, Manitowoc. 
Survivors include four children: Betty (Ronald) Rogne, La Valle; Carol (Leo) 
Tisler, Whitelaw; Mary Ann (Dennis) Steele, Bloomington, Minn.; and Michael 
(Sherry) Popelar, Ballwin, Mo.; eight grandchildren: Brenda (Dave) Turner; Bryan 
(Jackie) Rogne; Randy (Kelly) Tisler; Tammy (Peter) Olig; Michael Steele; Melissa 
Steele; Kyle Popelar and Kelly Popelar; eight great-grandchildren: Lance Tisler; 
Justine Tisler; Emma Olig; Simon Olig; Josephine Olig; Alexa Turner; Callie Turner; 
and Maya Rogne; and another great-grandchild to be born in February; a sister: 
Ann (Jack) Kaderabek, Manitowoc; also other relatives and friends surviving. Helen 
was preceded in death by her parents; her husband: Darwin; a great-grandson: 
Edward Olig; and two brothers: Louie and Edward Reindl. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home 
on Monday, Dec. 12, 2005, starting at 9 a.m. Funeral services will be at 10:30 
a.m. at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, and 11 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi-
Waldo Blvd. Site. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. 
Gerald Foley, with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, 
is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
The family wishes to thank the staff and nurses on Tower One at St. Mary's Home 
for their loving and compassionate care they provided Helen, especially during 
her last days.
Herald Times Reporter, December 2005


CLARENCE POPP

Clarence Popp, age 61 of Sebring, Fla., formerly of Manitowoc, died October 9, 
1998(sic), in Florida.
He was a 1955 graduate of Lincoln High School. He was employed at the Manitowoc 
Company, retiring in 1998.
He is survived by Mildred Jansen, special friend, Floyd Clemo, Lorayne Popp, 
Richard and Jane Popp, Grace and William Pagel.
Fountain Funeral Home, Avon Park, Fla., officiated and cremation followed.
Herald Times Reporter, October 20, 1998 P. A2
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[cremation]


DELMAR J. POPP

Mr. Delmar J. Popp, 69, of 10013 Middle Road, Town of Manitowoc Rapids, died 
Sunday, September 21, 1986 at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral services 
will be 9:30 am Wednesday at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and 10 am at Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by Rev. Leo J. Schmitt with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Popp was born September 22, 1916 in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, Wisconsin, 
son of the late John and Bertha Holzer Popp. Mr. Popp had been employed at Mirro 
Corporation for 33 years, retiring in 1978. Mr. Popp served in World War II in 
the United States Army.
Survivors include a brother and a sister-in-law, Lloyd and Betty Popp, Town of 
Manitowoc Rapids; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Annabelle Glaeser of 
Manitowoc and Irene and Harvey Strauss of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews and other 
relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by a sister, Alice 
Schwalbe.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 pm to 8 
pm Tuesday. A prayer service will be held at 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Sept. 22, 1986 page 15
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[died at Green Bay WI]


HELEN G. POPP

Mrs. Helen G. Popp, 78, of 1109 S. 26th Street, Manitowoc, died late Monday 
morning, January 28, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. 
at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by Rev. Eugene Brochtrup with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Popp, nee Helen G. Weina, was born January 20, 1907, in Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Robert and Margaret Michalek Weina. She was a lifelong resident of 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Richard and Elizabeth Popp of 
Manitowoc and Clarence Popp of Manitowoc; three daughters and a son-in-law, 
Lorraine Popp of Milwaukee, Mildred Jansen of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan and 
Grace and William Pagel of Algoma; a sister, Martha Schweigl of Manitowoc; eight 
grandchildren and six great grandchildren also survived. She was preceded in 
death by three brothers and a sister. 
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Thursday evening. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, January 29, 1985  P. 3


JOSEPH C. POPP

Joseph Popp, 69, of 608 Buffalo street, died early today after a three weeks 
illness.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home and at 9 o’clock at the Sacred Heart church, the Rev. L.M. Schorn 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
He was born in Clarks Mills in 1879 and in 1907 was married to Marie Meyer. 
They located on a farm in the town of Newton. ___ years ago they moved in this 
city. Mr. Popp was a member of the Holy Name society of the Sacred Heart con-
gregation.
Survivors are his wife; daughter, Mrs. Francis Hartman of route 4, Manitowoc; 
three sons, George, Milton and Harold of route 3, Manitowoc; five brothers, 
Henry of Derby, Colo., Charles of Clarks Mills, William and John of Alverno, 
and George of route 5, Manitowoc; four sisters, Mrs. Helen Franz, Mr. Frank 
Schemenske and Mrs. Clarence Klein of this city and Mrs. Joseph Leiterman of 
route 4, Manitowoc, and 13 grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Thursday, where the 
rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 12, 1948  P. 2
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[d. 05-12-1948/age 68 yrs.]


MARIE E. POPP

Mrs. Joseph E. Popp, 75, of 608 Buffalo St., Manitowoc, died Sunday morning 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a three weeks' illness.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Wesley Methodist Church, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. D.L. Stannard officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
The former Marie E. Mayer was born Feb. 17, 1888, at Manitowoc, daughter of 
the late John and Johanna Buerstatte Mayer. She was married to Joseph Popp 
in July, 1907, at Manitowoc, locating on a farm in the Town of Newton where 
they resided 41 years. They moved to Manitowoc after their retirement. She 
was a member of the Esther Circle of Wesley Church. Her husband died May 12, 
1948.
Surviving are three sons, George Popp of rural Manitowoc, Milton Popp of 
Manitowoc and Harold Popp of rural Hatley, Wis.; six sisters, Mrs. Joseph 
Pitsch, Mrs. George Nichols, Mrs. Charles Friedenberger, Mrs. Harry Zastrow, 
Miss Johanna Mayer and Mrs. Eleanor Pautz of Manitowoc; 23 grandchildren 
and six great grandchildren. A daughter, Mrs. Francis Hartman, also preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 
10:30 a.m. Tuesday and from 11 a.m. until the hour of service at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 6, 1964 P. 9
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[d. 4-5-1964/age 75 yrs./widow of Joseph Popp]
(17 Apr 1888/Apr 1964/SSDI)


SELENA MARIE POPP

Selena Marie Popp, infant daughter of Gary and Debora Corbeil Popp of Route 2, 
Two Rivers, died Monday evening, September 28, at a Green Bay hospital.
Private graveside services will be Thursday morning at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Maurice L. Hoppe, pastor of St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Gibson, will officiate.
The infant was born Sept. 27, 1981, at Green Bay.
Survivors include her parents and three sisters, Esther, Daisy and Melissa; 
paternal grandparents, Wilber and Caroline Borchardt of Menchalville, maternal 
grandparents, Lewis and Marian Stevens of Maribel, paternal great grandmother, 
Mrs. Katherine Shedlosky and maternal great grandmother, Mrs. Esther Rathsack 
of Manitowoc, aunts, uncles and cousins. A brother, Robert, and her grandfather, 
Raymond Popp, preceded her in death.
Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 30, 1981 P. 3
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[bur. on Esther Rathsack lot (grandmother)/bur. in same grave with Robert Paul Corbeil]


ROBERT E. PORADEK

Mr. Robert E. Poradek, 58, of 727 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, March 6, 
1988 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:30 am 
Tuesday at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and 11 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. John Pawelski will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Poradek was born June 6, 1929 in the Town of Brazeau, Wisconsin, son of the 
late Rudolph and Mildred Chard Poradek. He was currently employed at Manitowoc 
Company and had worked there since 1958. He married Dorothy Golata, November 10, 
1956 at Manitowoc. Mr. Poradek was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; three children, Roberta Poradek, Nicholas 
(Anne) Poradek and Philip Poradek, all of Manitowoc; three brothers, Francis (Midge) 
Poradek of Milwaukee, Ronald (Hazel) Poradek of Little Suamico and Bernard (Charlotte) 
Poradek of Milwaukee; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a 
brother, Rudolph Poradek Jr.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 pm to 8 pm this 
Monday where a prayer service will be 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Mar. 7, 1988 page 14


KATHERINE PORTELANCE

STRICKEN AS MOTHER DIES, PASSES AWAY
Called to Marshfield two weeks ago by the serious illness of her mother who
later passed away there, Mrs. Isadore Porteland(sic), 1708 New York avenue,
this city, was stricken by pneumonia and claimed by death in that city yesterday.
Mrs. Porteland suffered an attack of influenza and pneumonia developed and she
survived but a short time, news of her death being a great shock to relatives
and friends.
Mrs. Porteland was 55 years of age and was born at Marshfield. She is survived
by her husband and one daughter Celia in this city. Mrs. Porteland was a member
of the Sacred Heart society.
Funeral arrangements have not been completed but the body will arrive here this
evening.
Manitowoc Herald News, February 23, 1929 p.2
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The body of Mrs. Isadore Porteland(sic) who died at Marshfield Friday from 
pneumonia which developed the day that her mother's funeral was held there, 
was brought here to the home on Michigan Avenue Monday and funeral services 
were held from Sacred Heart church Wednesday morning. Mrs. Porteland was 56 
years of age.
The deceased was born in Chicago and later made her home at Rozelville and 
Eau Clair and at the age of 21 was married to Edward Fullmer, this city who 
died nineteen years ago, shortly after the family took up their home here. 
Three years later Mrs. Fullmer was married to Mr. Porteland who with one 
daughter survives. Other relatives are three brothers, John and Henry at 
Rosilville and Peter of Pingree, N.D., and five sisters, Mrs. Frank Poeschel, 
Mrs. Bangart of Rozelville, Mrs. John Kerz of Washington, Mrs. J. Budo and 
Mrs. P. Weinert of Marshfield.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 28, 1929
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[died at Marshfield, Wisconsin/cause: lobar pneumonia/bur. on Mrs. Fullmer lot]


JOSEPH PORTEN

Joseph Porten, 66, former Manitowoc resident, died Saturday morning at an Elgin, 
Ill., hospital following a heart attack. Services will be held at 9 am Wednesday 
at St. Mary Catholic Church, the Rev. John Landowski officiating. Burial will be 
at Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born December 15, 1891 in Manitowoc and resided here until a year and one-
half ago when he moved to Elgin to make his home with a niece, Mrs. Mildred Uhl. 
He was employed at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc.
Survivors include several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home after 3 pm Tuesday. The Rosary will be recited at 7:30 pm Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Dec. 29, 1956 page M11
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PORTEN—Joseph, 66, former Manitowoc resident, died Saturday at an Elgin, Ill., 
hospital. Services will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. John Landowski officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
after 2 p.m. Tuesday. The Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 31, 1956  P. 17
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[d. 12-29-1956 at Elgin, IL/age 66 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis]


JOHN PORTEN

John M. Porten, 50, of 901 Chicago street, life long resident of county 
and city, died Christmas day at the Holy Family hospital following a 
lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday at the Pfeffer funeral 
home, and at 10 o'clock at the Sacred Heart church, the Rev. Louis Schorn 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Porten was born in Manitowoc Rapids in 1895 and 18 years ago married 
Miss Caroline Lingquist. For years Mr. Porten was employed as a bolter at 
the Manitowoc Ship Building company.
Survivors are his wife; and three brothers, Richard of Horicon, Wis., 
Matt of Milen, Mich., and Joseph of this city.
The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home after 7 o'clock tonight.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, December 26, 1945 P. 2
******
Judge Schmidt Marries Pair
Miss Caroline Lindquist of Ingalls, Michigan, daughter of Mr. and 
Mrs. Amos Lindquist and John Porten, son of Mr. and Mrs. John 
Porten, were united in marriage by Judge Albert Schmidt in the 
Manitowoc Courthouse today.
Two Rivers Reporter-Chronicle - Aug. 25, 1928
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[d. 12-25-1945/age 50 yrs.]


IRENE J. PORTER

Irene J. Porter, 83, of 212 Iroquois Avenue, Green Bay, formerly of Reedsville, 
died Tuesday, June 2, 1987, at Rennes Health Center, DePere, following a brief 
illness. Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday at St. Mary Catholic Church, 
Reedsville. Rev. John Becker will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Porter was born January 14, 1904 in the Town of Maple Grove, daughter of 
the late Anthony and Mary Heidger Fritsch. She married Verle Porter on June 26, 
1923. Mrs. Porter was employed at Mirro Aluminum of Manitowoc and also at Shady 
Lane Nursing Home of Manitowoc. Mrs. Porter was a member of St. Mary Catholic 
Church, Reedsville and St. Mary Altar Society.
Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Anna Mae Voeltz of Tahleqush, Oklahoma; a 
brother, Arthur P. Fritsch of DePere and two grandsons, John and George Porter, 
both of Reedsville. She was preceded in death by her husband on December 7, 1971; 
a son, William, a granddaughter, Patricia Ann, a sister, Isabel and a brother. 
Paul.
Friends may call at Wieting-Schneider Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4 pm to 9 
pm Friday and Saturday from 8 am to 10:30 am when family rites will be held. 
Parish Vigil service will be held at 7:30 pm Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., June 4, 1987 page 18
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[d. at DePere WI/widow of Verie Porter]


PATRICIA ANN PORTER

Funeral services for the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William A. Porter of 
1442 S. 23rd St., Manitowoc, who was born Wednesday and died the same day were 
at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Donald Schneider officiated and burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
Surviving are the parents and a brother, John, of Manitowoc; paternal grand-
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Verle Porter, of Manitowoc, and the maternal grandmother, 
Mrs. Mary Drewiski, of Laona, Wis. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 16, 1958  P. 15
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[d. 05-14-1958/age 1 unknown/father William A. Porter/removal and reburial 
6-25-1974 from lot 3 block 30 sec. L #326]


VERIE T. PORTER

Verie G.(sic) Porter, 78, of 2241 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
morning. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home and at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Leo Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Graveside services will be by Drews-Bleser American Legion Post No. 88.
Mr. Porter was born March 23, 1893, in the Town of Eaton, Manitowoc County, 
son of the late Aldsworth and Jeanine Acorn Porter. He married Irene Fritsch 
June 25, 1922, at Maple Grove. He resided at Manitowoc. He was a machinist 
at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., until his retirement 13 years ago. He was a 
member of the Machinists Local 516, Christian Men's Society of Holy Innocents 
Catholic Church. He was a veteran of World War I serving with Company A 8MG 
Battalion from July 15, 1918 to Jan. 24, 1919.
Survivors include his wife, a son, William, of Manitowoc and two grandchildren. 
A sister and a grandaughter preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday where memorial 
service will be at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 7, 1971
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[Verie G./husband of Irene Porter]


WILLIAM A. PORTER

Funeral services for William A. Porter, 48, of 1442 N. 23rd St., Manitowoc, 
who died Monday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a brief 
illness, will be at 9:30 am Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home and 
10 am at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 4 to 9 pm Tuesday 
where a wake service will be held at 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., June 24, 1974 page 18


CLEMENT PORUBCANSKY    (d. 1982)

Clement A. Porubcansky, 68, of 721 N. Water St., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
afternoon, October 16, at Holy Family Skilled Nursing Facility.
There will be no services. Cremation will take place and burial of the cremains 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Porubcansky was born March 31, 1914, at Manitowoc, son of the late Klement 
and Pauline Habrun Porubcansky. He served with the United States Army during 
World War II, serving overseas. He retired from Kelvinator Commercial Products 
Inc. in 1974.
Survivors include a sister, Pauline Bartley of Milwaukee, nieces, nephews and a 
special friend, June Wellner of Manitowoc. Three sisters, Evelyn Stephany, 
Magdaline Poulos and Isabel Drumm preceded him in death.
Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, October 18, 1982 P. 3
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[cremains/bur. on Klement Porubcansky lot]


KLEMENT PORUBCANSKY

Klement Porubcansky, 74, of 721 North Water street, died this morning, following 
a brief illness.
He was born in Bohemia in 1876 and in 1901 married Miss Pauline Habrun. They came 
to Manitowoc in 1904. In recent years, Mr. Porubcansky was employed by the city 
as a bridge tender, retiring in 1949. He was a member of the ZCBU lodge.
Survivors are his wife; three daughters, Mrs. John Poulos, and Mr. Delmar Drumm 
of this city, Mrs. H. Carl Bartley of Milwaukee; son, Clement, of this city; sister, 
Mrs. Sabina Stefanick of this city; two half brothers, Philip of Francis Creek, 
Ferdinand of Chicago; and seven grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral 
home, with interment in Evergreen cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home after Sunday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 16, 1950  P. 2
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[d. 06-16-1950/age 73 yrs.]


PAULINE PORUBCANSKY

Mrs. Clement Porubcansky, 90?, of 721 N. Water St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Monday morning at home.
Funeral services wil be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. Charles Sindelar, a ZCBJ speaker, will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Porubcansky, nee Pauline Habrun, was born Jan. 25, 1877, daughter of the 
late Andrew and Judith Baronek Habrun, at Porubca, Hungary. She was married to 
Clement Porubcansky Jan. 25, 1900, in Hungary and six years later they came to 
Manitowoc. She was a member of the ZCBJ lodge. Her husband preceded her in death 
in June, 1950.
Surviving are a son, Clement, of Manitowoc, three daughters, Mrs. John (Magda) 
Paulos and Mrs. Delmer (Isabel) Drumm of Manitowoc and Mrs. H. Carl (Pauline) 
Bartly of Milwaukee, a brother, Peter in Hungary, seven grandchildren and nine 
great grandchildren. Two daughters preceded her in death. Friends may call at 
the funeral home after 6 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 15, 1967  P. 11
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[d. 05-15-1967/age 90 yrs./widow of Klement Porubcansky]
(25 Jan. 1877/May 1967/SSDI)


HARRY J. POSEN

Sheriff’s Deputy Dies of Injuries 
Harry Posen Hurt in Fall on Friday 
Harry J. Posen Sr., 52 year old deputy sheriff who was found in his room at a 
Silver Lake hotel suffering from a skull fracture Friday, died early Thursday 
at Holy Family Hospital.
Sheriff Clarence Baryenbruch conducted an investigation after Martin Ouker, 
proprietor of the hotel, reported finding Posen in a semi-conscious condition 
in bed, bleeding profusely from his ears. The sheriff said Posen, employed as 
manager of the hotel, apparently had fallen in the hotel basement as he went 
to check a coal stoker early Friday. Ouker, the sheriff said, told him he had 
heard Posen moving about in the basement.
Posen, a deputy for four years, has been residing at the Ouker hotel since 
coming here from Toledo, Ohio, 19 years ago.
Funeral services will be held at the Pfeffer Funeral Home at 11 a.m. Saturday 
with Rev. D. F. Hurley, of Alverno, officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen 
cemetery. 
Posen was born in Toledo in 1899. He married the former Theodora Kadow in 1933. 
He was a World War I veteran.
He is survived by his wife; a daughter, (private); a son, (private), in 
the U.S. Marines, and two sisters, Mrs. Edmund Block and Mrs. Bernice Mierzurak, 
both of Toledo.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Friday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, February 7, 1952  p.1
*******
[Harry Joseph/bur. 02-09-1952/age 52 yrs.]


SADIE POSSON

Mrs. George Posson of Sheboygan died at the residence of George Barker in this 
city on the 8th instant of consumption. She was 35 years old and was born and 
raised in this county. She was a daughter of A.D. Kittell, now of Denver, 
Colorado. She leaves a husband and four children. She spent last summer in 
Colorado but derived no benefit. She was an estimable young woman.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 15, 1894  P. 3
*********
[age 35 yrs./cause: consumption]


ALBERT POST

Albert Post, 79, of 1315 Philippen street, father of City Clerk Arthur Post, died 
suddenly Sunday morning at the Holy Family hospital.
The body will lie in state at the Pfeffer funeral home. The funeral will be held at 
2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon with the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be 
in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Post was born in Germany in 1867 and came to this country as a young man. He 
married Marie Krause in 1890, who preceded him in death. He retired 15 years ago 
after being custodian at the Jefferson school for 25 years.
He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. George Call, Mrs. Clifford Aumann, and Mrs. 
Emily Witt of the city; one son, Arthur of the city; three sisters, Mrs. Albert Daugs, 
Mrs. August Vetter of the city; Mrs. Emily Hopf of Los Angeles, Calif., five grand-
children and one great grandchild.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 28, 1946 P.2
********
Funeral services for Albert Post, 79, of 1315 Philippen street, who died Sunday, 
were held this afternoon at the Pfeffer funeral home, Rev. Paul Blaufuss 
officiating. Burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
The survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Emil Will and a sister, Mrs. Albert Daugs.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 29, 1946 P. 2
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[d. 10-27-1946/age 79 yrs.]


ARTHUR CARL POST

Mr. Arthur C. Post, 73, a former Manitowoc resident, died Thursday morning, 
Feb. 7, at Roswell, N.M.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Post was born Nov. 21, 1906, at Manitowoc, son of the late Albert and 
Marie Post. He was a graduate of the old Washington High School with the Class 
of 1923. Mr. Post served as the Manitowoc City Clerk from Sept. of 1938 through 
Aug. of 1968. He was a former member of the Manitowoc Lions Club. Mr. Post 
married the former Alberta Jeffrey, Dec. 30, 1927, of Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Sharon Post of 
Upland, Calif., a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Harvey Cheater of Mercer 
Island, Wash., three grandchildren (private). He was preceded in death by three 
brothers and three sisters.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 o'clock this Sunday 
afternoon and Monday prior to the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, February 10, 1980 P.3
*******
[d. Roswell NM/age 73 yrs]


EMIL POST

INJURED TWO YEARS AGO, DIES AT SANITARIUM
Emil Post, 35, Succumbs at Maple Crest, as Result of Automobile Accident
Injuries that resulted from an automobile accident two years ago, and 
from which complications set in caused the death last night at the Maple 
Crest sanitarium of Emil Post, aged 35 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert 
Post, 1315 Phillipen street, this city. He has been an inmate of the 
sanitarium for several months and his condition gradually grew weaker 
until the end came last night. 
The deceased was a vaudeville actor, following the Orpheum circuit, being 
a member of the LaSalle trio along with Will Burbridge and Mae McCurry up 
until the time of the accident that forced his retirement. Born in 
Manitowoc in 1893 he received his early education here and continued to 
reside here until he went on the road. Besides his parents the deceased 
is survived by two brothers, William and Arthur of this city, and three 
sisters, Mrs. Clifford Aumann , Mrs. Emily Witt and Miss Elsie all of this 
city. Burial will take place on Saturday afternoon at two o’clock from the 
German Evangelical Lutheran church, Rev. Machmiller officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, March 21, 1928, Page 2
********
[bur. 3-24-1928/cause: pulmonary tuberculosis/bur. on Albert Post lot]


HERMAN POST    (d. 1897)

A 11 month old son of Mr. H. Post, corner 15th and Division Sts. died on 
the 14th of January of apoplexy.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, January 21, 1897  pg. 4
*********
Hermann C.G. Post
birth: 6 February 1896 Manitowoc
death: 14 January 1897 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: Hermann Post
mother: Minna Schleswig
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
********
[age 11 mo./cause: embolism]


HERMAN POST    (d. 1914)

WELL KNOWN KOSSUTH MAN DEAD, AGED 54
Herman Post, former City Resident Dies of Pneumonia
Herman Post, a well known farmer of Kossuth, formerly a resident 
of this city up to five years ago, died at his home at Kossuth from 
pneumonia which developed from a severe cold he contracted. The 
funeral will be held from the Lutheran church at Kossuth Thursday 
with interment at Evergreen in this city.
Mr. Post was 54 years of age and had resided in this city for years 
previous to purchasing the farm at Kossuth where he had spent five 
years. A widow and family of children survive.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, December 15, 1914 P.5

********
Order for proof of will.
STATE OF WISCONSIN COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY.
In the matter of the estate of Herman Post, Deceased. In Probate.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of Herman Post of Kossuth, in said county having been delivered into said court:
And Wilhelmina Post, of Kossuth, in said County, having presented to said Court her petition in writing duly verified, representing, among other things, that said Herman Post died testate, at Kossuth, in said county, on the 13th day of December 1914; that said instrument is the Last Will of said deceased and that no one is named therein as Executor, and praying that said Instrument be proven and admitted to probate and that letters of administration with will annexed be thereon issued to Wilhelmina Post.
It is ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs of said Last Will and Testament be taken, at a regular term of said County Court, to be held at the Probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 2nd day of March 1915, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further Ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be given by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous to the time of said hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published in said Manitowoc County.
Dated February 4, 1915.
By the Court
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Healy & Joyce, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 18, 1915 P. 4

*******
[bur. 12-17-1914 cause: pneumonia]


IDA POST

Death in the local Holy Family Hospital of 19-yr. old Helene Post, 
daughter of Mr. H. Post here, of appendicitis. The funeral was held 
Sun. afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 06 Apr. 1905
*******
Ida Post    
birth: 24 September 1886 Germany
death: 30 March 1905 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1905 Manitowoc
father: Herman Post
mother: Minnie Schuling
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[cause: appendicitis]


KATHRYN M. POST

Mrs. Kathryn M. Post, 87, died Tuesday at her home, 4246 W. Highland Blvd., 
Milwaukee. Funeral services will be at 10 am Friday under auspices of Eastern 
Star, followed by rites by the Rev. Robert H. Midgley at Ritter Funeral Home, 
5310 W. North Ave., Milwaukee. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Post, nee Miller, was born at Manitowoc and was married to Frank Post. 
Surviving her are nieces and nephews, Mrs. E.J. Koutnik of Manitowoc, Mrs. 
Steven Chase of Los Angeles, Mrs. C.K. Seymour of Milwaukee, J.F. Krahn of 
Kaukauna and Harvey V. Post of Milwaukee. Friends may call at the funeral home 
after 4 pm Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., March 6, 1957 page M15
********
[d. 03-05-1957 at Milwaukee WI/age 86 yrs./bur. on J.L. Miller lot]


MARIE POST

MOTHER OF DEPUTY CLERK DIES FRIDAY
Mrs. A. Post, 62, Stricken With Heart Attack and 
Passes Away Few Hours Later
Mrs. Albert Post, 62, mother of Deputy City Clerk Arthur Post died 
last night at ten o'clock at the family home, 1315 Phillipen street, 
after being stricken with heart attack at ten o'clock Friday morning. 
Mrs. Post, although a sufferer from heart failure had been up and 
about as usual the past few days. Friday morning she was about but 
later was stricken and sank rapidly until the end came last night.
Born in Germany 62 years ago, Mrs. Post has been a resident of Manitowoc 
for forty years. Her maiden name was Marie Krause and she came to this 
country in 1890 and was married at Oconomowoc that same year to Albert 
Post. A short time later they removed to this city where they have since 
resided. For years Mr. Post has been janitor at the Jefferson school.
Husband, 5 Children, Survive
Besides the husband, three daughters, Miss Elsie Post, Mrs. Emil Witt 
and Mrs. Clifford Aumann, all of this city and two sons, William and 
Arthur Post, also of this city, survive.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 Monday afternoon from the home 
and at two o'clock from the German Lutheran church, Rev. Koenninger 
officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, June 28, 1930 P.4
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[bur. 6-30-1930/age 62 yrs/cause: chronic myocarditis/
bur. on Albert Post lot]


META POST

MOTHER RETURNS FROM HOSPITAL TO FIND DAUGHTER ILL, 
GIRL PASSES AWAY LAST NIGHT
Returning from the hospital, where she had gone to undergo an 
operation for appendicitis, Mrs. Herman Post returned to her home, 
908 Buffalo street, to find her daughter, Miss Meta, ill with the 
influenza. The girl, who was 16 years of age, grew rapidly worse 
and died last night. 
The deceased was born in this city on April 11, 1902, and was in 
the employ of the Aluminum Goods company until taken ill. Besides 
the mother, six brothers and four sisters survive. The funeral 
arrangements have not been made.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, October 24, 1918, Page 5
*********
[bur. 10-27-1918/cause: broncho pnuemonia/bur. on Herman Post lot]


MINNIE POST

Mrs. Minnie Post Passes Away After Lingering Illness
Mrs. Minnie Post, 82, of 1622 Mertens avenue, passed away this morning at St. 
Nicholas hospital following a lingering illness.
Born in Berlin, Germany, on Dec. 30, 1863(sic), the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
Herman Schubering, she married Herman Post in November, 1882, and came to this 
country in 1890. After residing in Manitowoc until 1924, the couple moved to 
Sheboygan where they made their home until the present.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. John (Minnie) Rulsek of Manitowoc and Mrs. 
Urban (Ella) Gruentzel of New London; five sons, Frank W., Herbert, Charles and 
Roland of Sheboygan, and Emil of Detroit, Mich. There are also 36 grandchildren 
and 39 great-grandchidren. Her husband preceded her in death. 
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 at the Ballhorn Funeral parlors 
with the Rev. E. R. Krueger, pastor of St. John’s Evangelical and Reformed church 
of which the deceased was a member, officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may view the body from Wednesday morning until the time of services.
Sheboygan Press, September 17, 1946  P. 6
*********
[d. 09-17-1946 at Sheboygan, WI/age 82 yrs./bur. on Herman Post lot]


WILLIAM G. POST

William Post, 49, custodian at Washington Junior High School, died this morning 
at 4 o'clock at the Holy Family Hospital, after being ill only six weeks. Mr. 
Post was a lifelong resident of the city, having been born here on Sept. 28, 
1894. 
He was married to the former Alma Pingel who survived on Oct. 10, 1925. 
Besides his wife, survivors are his father, Albert; one brother, Albert and three 
sisters, Mrs. George Call, Mrs. Cliff Auman and Mrs. Emil Witt, all residing in 
Manitowoc.
The body is at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and friends may call to pay respects 
after Sunday morning. On Monday at 10:30 am the body will be taken to the St. 
John Evangelical Church to lie in state until 2 pm when the Rev. Paul Blaufuss 
will officiate at services. Interment will be made in Evergreen Cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, April 29, 1944 page 2
*******
[d. 04-29-1944/age 49 yrs./cause: pneumonia/bur. on Mrs. Alma Post lot-his wife]


MARY POSVIC    (d. 1892)

[Mrs. Charles and Baby Posvic/bur. 08-14-1918/cause: child birth/
bur. on Thomas Posvic lot - From the cemetery office: Her first name
is Mary, b. 1859, d. 1892, originally buried in Bayside Cemetery and
was moved and buried at Evergreen 8/14/1918/cause of death is childbirth
and the child is in the casket with her.]


MARY POSVIC    (d. 1966)

Mrs. Thomas Posvic, 78, of 1217A S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness. Funeral services 
will be 10:30 am Friday at Phipps Memorial Chapel of First Presbyterian Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Mary Kunish was born Aug. 30, 1887 at Manitowoc, daughter of the 
late Matthew and Mary Kirch Kunish. She was married to Thomas Posvic June 18, 
1910 at Manitowoc. A lifelong resident of the city, she was a member of the 
Westminster Circle, the Wage Circle and a charter member of the Auxiliary of 
Manitowoc Eagles Aerie 706. She was voted an Eagle mother of the year. Her 
husband preceded her in death in 1952.
Survivors include a son, Richard of Redlands, Calif., a daughter, Mrs. Hubert 
Geimer, of Manitowoc; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Three 
brothers preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 pm 
Thursday and after 9:30 am at the church. The Eagle's Auxiliary will conduct 
services at 7:30 pm Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials in her honor may 
be made to the First Presbyterian Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., July 6, 1966 page M15
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[d. 7-5-1966/age 78 yrs/widow of Thomas Posvic]
********
At the parsonage of the Presbyterian Church this morning, Miss Marie Kunesh, 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mathew Kunesh, South Tenth Street, became the bride 
of Thomas Posvic, also of this city. The wedding was quiet and the couple were 
unattended. Mr. Posvic is a blacksmith, being in the employ of the Stueber 
shop and has always resided in the city as has his bride. Mr. and Mrs. Posvic 
departed on a ten days' trip and after returning will make their residence on 
the South side.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 15, 1910 page 1


THOMAS POSVIC

Thomas Posvic, 67, of 1217 South 10th St., Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after an illness of two months.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the First Presbyterian 
Church, Dr. C. H. Philipps officiating, and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Born July 3, 1885, at Sturgeon Bay, Mr. Posvic came to Manitowoc in 1910 where 
he married Mary Kunish. He operated a blacksmith shop on Washington street for 
15 years and later worked in the rolling mill department of the Aluminum Goods 
Manufacturing Company for 27 years. He retired a year ago. Mr. Posvic was 
affiliated with the Manitowoc Eagles aerie and was a member of the Presbyterian 
church.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Hubert Geimer of Manitowoc; a son, 
Richard of Milwaukee; two brothers, Arthur of Rt. 5, Manitowoc, and Charles of 
Salem, Ill.; and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home Wednesday afternoon 
until 10:30 a.m... (Line unreadable)... moved to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 30, 1952  P. 12
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[d. 09-29-1952/age 67 yrs.]
********
At the parsonage of the Presbyterian Church this morning, Miss Marie Kunesh, 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mathew Kunesh, South Tenth Street, became the bride 
of Thomas Posvic, also of this city. The wedding was quiet and the couple were 
unattended. Mr. Posvic is a blacksmith, being in the employ of the Stueber 
shop and has always resided in the city as has his bride. Mr. and Mrs. Posvic 
departed on a ten days' trip and after returning will make their residence on 
the South side.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 15, 1910 page 1


ALFRED R. POTRATZ

Alferd (sic)  R. Potratz, 76, of 1202 Madison St., Manitowoc, died Friday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. John United Church of 
Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Potratz was born May 5,1895, at Antigo, son of the late Emil and Daisy 
Hickman Potratz. He had been employed by the Chicago North Western Railroad 
Co., retiring in 1951. He married Elizabeth Schulz in 1916, at Waupaca. His 
wife preceded him in death in 1954. Mr. Potratz was a member of the Brother-
hood of Railroad Trainman, Eagles Aerie No. 706 and Manitowoc Senior 
Citizens.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Walter (Violet) Sweetman, of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Harold (Janis) Martinsen, of Minneapolis, Minn., a brother, six 
sisters, four grandchildren and four great grandchildren, and four great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Sunday and Monday at the church until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 29, 1971  P. 13
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[d. 10-29-1971/age 76 yrs./widower of Elizabeth S. Potratz]
(05 May 1895/Oct 1971/SSDI)


ELIZABETH POTRATZ

Mrs. Alfred R. Potratz, nee Elizabeth Schultz, 58, died Wednesday night at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Earlier in the day she had suffered a heart 
attack.
Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock, funeral services will be held at St. John 
Evangelical and Reformed Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc.
In Sheboygan, Mrs. Potratz was known as the mother of Eagles’ Auxiliary 0277, 
since she was president of the Auxiliary in Manitowoc when the one locally was 
instituted by officers of the Manitowoc group. She also was the first chaplain 
of the state organization.
Members of the immediate family who survive are her husband and two daughters, 
Mrs. Walter Sweetman, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Harold Martinsen, Minneapolis.
Friends may call at Mittnacht Funeral home, Manitowoc, 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.
Sheboygan Press, October 1, 1954  P. 6
*******
[d. 09-29-1954/age 58 yrs./wife of Alfred R. Potratz]


CHRISTINE POTTGIESSER

Death Saturday morning of Mrs. Philipp Pottgieser (nee Gaetgen) in 
the home of her niece Mrs. Pingel here. The deceased was born 
20 December 1827 in Bremen and came here from Germany in 1866. 
She worked many years as a seamstress and thereby became known 
among the most prominent German families of our city and enjoyed 
wide admiration. Since the death of her husband she has led a
secluded life, influenced by her advanced age. Her past friends 
took notice and helped when possible. She suffered a stroke several 
weeks ago and was visited from time to time at her residence on 
South 9th Street and was found to be in critical condition. She 
was taken to the residence of Mrs. Pingel, her niece, where she 
be cared for and receive medical attention. The doctor declared 
at the outset that because of her advanced age the patient could 
not be expected to improve. Then death arrived Saturday morning. 
The funeral was held Monday afternoon from the Lutheran Church.
Der Nord Westen, 03 May 1906
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Christina Goetgen Pottgiesen
birth: 20 December 1827 Germany
death: 27 April 1906 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1906 Manitowoc
father: H. Goetgen
mother: Metta
spouse: Philip Pottgiesen
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[cause: exhaustion]


PHILIPP POTTGIESSER

From Der Nord Westen, 18 Sept. 1890: 
Death on Sun. morning of the well-known and widely loved citizen of our city, 
Mr. Philipp Pottgieser. Deceased was born 18 Sept. 1824 in Essen in the Ruhr 
and so was 66 yrs. of age. He came to America in 1854 and settled in Milwaukee. 
He fought in the Union Army during the Civil War, serving in the 37th Wisconsin
Infantry Regiment. His health was severely affected by his war service. He came 
to Manitowoc in 1867 and worked here as a tailor, but his ability to work grew 
weaker and weaker. It was only through the influence of Dr. Schweichler that the
veteran, now ill with asthma, was granted a pension just a few months ago. For 
his sorrowing widow and many friends, his death after long suffering can only be
considered a release. On Tues. afternoon he was laid to rest in the city cemetery.
*******
[cause: chronic consumption]


GEORGE K. POULOS

Cement Plant Worker Victim of Electrocution
George K. Paulos(sic) Dies at Hospital After Accident
George K. Paulos, 24, 0f 1330-A S. Ninth St. died early Thursday afternoon at 
Holy Family Hospital when a crane cable with which he was working at the 
Manitowoc Portland Cement Co. came in contact with a power line.
Paulos has been employed at the cement plant since September of 1955 and as one 
of a crew of men working with a crane handling rails on property leased by the 
firm from the Soo Line Railroad when the crane, or a cable attached to it 
contacted a high tension wire carrying 2,300 volts of electricity, electrocuting 
him.
The rescue squad of the Fire Department was called and administered oxygen while 
enroute to the hospital.
The young man was born June 7, 1932, son of John and Magdaline Porubcansky Poulos. 
He attended grammar schools and was graduated from Lincoln High School here in 
1950(?). He later attend(sic) Wentworth Military Academy at Lexington, Mo., and 
was a member of the Spiders Club of the academy.
He entered the United States Air Force Jan. 2, 1951, receiving his discharge in 
July of 1955. On May ??, 1956, he married Judith Ann  H????.
She and his parents survive in addition to a brother, William, two 
(whole line illegible) 
maternal grandmother, Mrs. Clement Porubcansky, of Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home. The Rev. Donald T. Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery. Military rites will be accorded at the graveside by the Drews-Bleser 
Post of the American Legion. Local members of the Spiders Club will be pallbearers.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 20, 1956 p.1
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Worker Electrocuted
Manitowoc - George K. Poulus(sic), 24, was electrocuted Thursday when a crane 
cable he was operating at a cement plant came into contact with a power line.
Sheboygan Press, Fri., July 20, 1956
********
[George Kenneth Poulos/d. 07-19-1956/age 24 yrs./bur. on Mr. and Mrs. John Poulos lot]


JOHN C. POULOS

John C. Poulos, 71, of 502 Cleveland Ave., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home and at 2 p.m. at St. James Episcopal Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Nicholas Liberis, of Holy Trinity Church, Fond du Lac, will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Poulos was born Jan. 7, 1897, in Greece, son of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. Christ Poulos. In 1913, he came to the United States and settled 
at Green Bay. Four years later, he moved to Manitowoc. He married 
Magdeline Porubcansky in August, 1923, at Chicago. Until 1948, he owned 
and operated Wisconsin Shoe Repair, Manitowoc. He was presently owner 
of Colonial Inn Restaurant, Manitowoc.
He was a member of Manitowoc-Two Rivers Shrine Club, Fraternal Order of 
Eagles Aerie 706, Tripoli Temple, Knights Templar, Royal Arch, Masons, 
Royal and Select Masters and Wisconsin Restaurant Assn.
Mr. Poulos is survived by his wife; a son, two daughters (Survivors 
omitted for privacy.); two brothers and a sister in Greece and six 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday until 1:30 
Friday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will 
lie in state until time of service. Masonic services will be held at 
7:30 p.m. Thursday. A John C. Poulos Memorial Fund has been instituted 
for Shriners' Hospital for Crippled Children.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, June 13, 1968 P.30
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[d. 06-12-1968/age 71 yrs.]


MAGDALINE POULOS

Mrs. John C. Poulos, 6, of 502 Cleveland Ave., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. James DeWitt will officiate and burial will be 
in the Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Poulos, nee Magdaline Porubcanski, was born July 10, 1904, at Porubca, 
Czechoslavakia. She came to the United States as a child and settled at 
Manitowoc. She was married to John Poulos in August of 1928 and the couple 
resided at Manitowoc. Mrs. Poulos was a member of the Eastern Star and the 
Shrine Auxiliary. Her husband preceded her in death.
Survivors include a son, (private); two daughters, (private); a brother, 
Clement, of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Isabel Drumm of Manitowoc and Mrs. 
Pauline Bartley of Milwaukee and seven grandchildren.
A son and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home (9th Street entrance) after 4 p.m. 
Thursday where there will be an Eastern Star service at 7:30 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 23, 1970  P. 33
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[d. 09-23-1970/age 66 yrs./widow of John C. Poulos]


DONNA M. POWALISZ

Donna Mae Powalisz, 80, passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at Shady Lane. 
She was born on May 1, 1931 to Roland and Clara (Ruth) Brachmann. On Aug. 10, 
1960 she married John Powalisz. He preceded her in death on Aug. 28, 1984.
Survivors include her son, Jeff and his wife, Mito Powalisz; one brother, Ira 
Brachmann and his wife, Ruth of Windsor Lakes, CT.; two sisters-in-law, Marilyn 
Brachmann of Fond du Lac and Janice Brachmann of Manitowoc. Donna was preceded 
in death by six brothers, Elmer, Alvin, Roman, infant boy unnamed, Marvin and 
Ramon and two sisters, Alice and Vernice.
She was blessed by love and friendship of Lois Kanneman and Dave and Diane Sleger 
and Shawn and Holly Kurschner.
A prayer service was held on Friday, March 2, 2012. God now holds Donna May in 
the palm of his hand. The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
Online obit - Manitowoc Herald Times, March 4, 2012


GORDON J. POWALISZ

Gordon J. Powalisz, age 96, formerly of 711 N. 5th St. Manitowoc, died Monday 
morning, April 22, 2013 at Kindred Hearts of Manitowoc.
Gordon was born on October 28, 1916 in Manistee, MI, son of the late Edward 
and Sally (Niemirowicz) Powalisz. He grew up in Manitowoc and graduated from 
St. Mary's Catholic Grade School in Manitowoc and attended the Manitowoc 
Vocational School. Gordon started performing with the Billy Schultz Circus and 
for two years was a member of the 7 American Gauchos Teeter Board Act in the 
1930's, performing at various events through out the United States. On October 
12, 1940 Gordon was married to the former Lucille Mumpy at Manitowoc. Lucille 
preceded Gordon in death on February 7, 2001. Gordon worked for 40 years at 
Paragon Electric and in 1972 began G and P Machine Co. with Tom Gleason. The 
company manufactured screw machine parts and Gordon retired in 1999 following 
his son's, Richard, death. Gordon is a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles 
#706 of Manitowoc, past member of the B.P.O. Elks Lodge #687 of Manitowoc and 
the Izaak Walton League of America Manitowoc Chapter #138.
Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law: Roger Powalisz and Carol Phillips-
Powalisz, Livingston, MT; one granddaughter and her husband: Brook Powalisz and 
Ben Scurria, Boston, MA; one sister-in-law: Irene Powalish, Manitowoc; nieces, 
nephews other relatives and friends survive. Gordon was preceded in death by his 
parents: Edward and Sally Powalisz; his wife: Lucille Powalisz; his son: Richard 
Powalisz; two brothers and one sister-in-law: John Powalish; Edward (Beatrice) 
Powalisz Jr.; two sisters and brothers-in-law: Lorraine (Hubert "Skeeter") 
Nischan; Genevieve (Gordon) Zannacker.
A time of remembrance will be held on Friday, April 26, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at 
the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St. Manitowoc. Cremation 
will follow the funeral service with burial of his cremated remains at Evergreen 
Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 10:00 
a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. Online condolences may be expressed 
at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in 
Gordon's name would be appreciated for the Alzheimers Association, alz.org, Green 
Bay Outreach Office, 2900 Curry Lane, Suite A, Green Bay, WI 54311. 
(920) 469-2110.
Gordon's family would like to offer a special thank you to two of his nieces: 
Linda Elmore and Sally Kaminski for all of their loving attention shown to Gordon 
during his final ten years. Your thoughtfulness and kindness will never be 
forgotten. 
Manitowoc Herald Times  Thursday, April 25, 2013  pg. A7


JOHN J. POWALISZ

John J. Powalisz, 59, of 2210 Richmond Avenue, Manitowoc, died early Tuesday 
morning, August 28, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Private family funeral services will be Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. Rev. Gerald Prusakowski, O.F.M. will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Powalisz was born March 30, 1925, at Manistique, Michigan, son of the late 
Edward and Sallie Niemerowicz Powalisz. He moved to Manitowoc with his parents, 
residing here since. Mr. Powalisz attended Manitowoc schools. He married the 
former Donna M. Brachmahn on August 12, 1960. Mr. Powalisz was presently employed 
as a Painting Foreman at the Manitowoc Company. Mr. Powalisz was a Veteran of 
World War II, serving with the United States Navy.
Survivors include his wife, Donna M.; a son, Jeffrey Powalisz of Manitowoc; five 
daughters and four sons-in-law, Linda and Paul Elmore of Frankfort, Illinois, 
Chris and Ron Kaminski of Manitowoc, Sandy and Chuck Gauthier of Mishicot, Carol 
and Curt Seidl of Harleysville, Pa., and Cathy Powalisz of Manitowoc; two brothers, 
Edward of Two Rivers and Gordon of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Gordon (Genevieve) 
Zannacker of Madison and Mrs. Hubert (Lorraine) Nischan of Calumet City, Illinois, 
and 10 grandchildren.
There will be no Wednesday evening visitation at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
Herald Times Reporter, August 28, 1984  P. 3


LUCILLE A. POWALISZ

Lucille A. Powalisz, age 83, of 711 N. 5th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday, 
February 7, 2001, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, February 12, 2001, at First 
German Ev. Lutheran Church, 1038 S. 8th St., Manitowoc with Rev. Bruce Bitter 
officiating with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Lucille was born January 8, 1918, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Gustav and 
Elsie Boetcher Mumpy. She grew up and was educated at Manitowoc. Lucille was an 
aerialist and perch pole act in the Billy Schultz Circus in the 1930's. She 
married Gordon J. Powalisz, October 2, 1940, at Manitowoc. They celebrated 60 
plus years together. She was a member of First German Ev. Lutheran Church and 
the Ladies Aid of the Church.
Survivors include her husband, Gordon J. Powalisz, Manitowoc; a son and daughter-
in-law, Roger and Carol Powalisz, Livingston, Mont.; a granddaughter, Brook 
Powalisz, West Dorsey, Vt.; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law include, Genevieve 
Zannacker, Madison, Hubert Nishan, Ocala, Fla., Irene Powalisz, Manitowoc and Bea 
Powalisz, Two Rivers; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. 
She was preceded also by a son, Richard, September 24, 1999, a sister, Delores 
Mumpy; a brother, Harold Mumpy; a sister-in-law, Lorraine Nishan; three brothers-
in-law, John and Ed Powalisz, Gordon Zannacker.
Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 
818 State St., Manitowoc from 4-6 p.m. on Sunday and on Monday at First German 
Ev. Lutheran Chruch from 10 a.m. to the time of service at 11 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, February 9, 2001


RICHARD H. POWALISZ

Richard "Rick" Powalisz, age 51, of 10619 Morgan Road, Cato, died unexpectedly 
Friday afternoon, September 24, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 28, 1999, at Reinbold 
& Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Bruce Bitter will officiate with 
burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
Rick was born November 27, 1947, at Manitowoc, son of Gordon and Lucile Mumpy 
Powalisz. He was a 1966 graduate of Lincoln High School and served in the Army 
National Guard after high School and was currently the owner of G & P Machine 
Company, Manitowoc. On October 20, 1979, he married the former Cindy Sleep in 
Livingston, Mont. He was a member of First German Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, 
Trout Unlimited and was an avid outdoorsman which he loved to hunt, fish and spend 
time with his dogs.
Survivors include his wife, Cindy, Cato; his parents, Gordon and Lucille, Manitowoc; 
one brother and sister-in-law, Roger (Carol) Powalisz, Livingston, Mont.; one niece, 
Brook Powalisz, Brattleborugh, Vt.; his special friend, Harvey Petska, Manitowoc; 
aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive.
Relatives and friends may call at Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
from 5-7 p.m. Monday and on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, September 26, 1999 P. A2


BERNARD J. POWELL

Bernard J. Powell, age 85, of 1436 Johnston Drive, Manitowoc, died on Saturday, 
July 24, 2010, at North Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Bernard was born on April 17, 1925, in Manitowoc, son of the late Peter and 
Lillian (Gauthier) Powell. He was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School. 
Bernard served in the U.S. Navy during World War II from March 4, 1943, until 
Dec. 20, 1945. On July 28, 1945, Bernard married Marcella Bonk at the Kingsville, 
Texas, Naval Air Station. She preceded him in death on Nov. 3, 2006. In September 
of 2007, he was married to Dorothy McGraw in Manitowoc. He owned and operated the 
Dog & Suds Restaurant as well as Powell’s Restaurant in Manitowoc. He was a home 
inspector in the Manitowoc area. Bernard was a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles 
Aeries No. 706 of Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife: Dorothy, Manitowoc; two daughters and one daughter-in-law: 
Susan Bewersdorf, Augusta, Kan.; Mary Kelly, Manitowoc; Jan Powell, Milwaukee; three 
grandchildren: Jason (Jolene) Wanek, Green Bay; Dawna (Ronald) Beemiller, Augusta, 
Kan.; Eric Bewersdorf, Wichita, Kan.; four great-grandchildren; one sister: Jeannie Bishop, 
Atlanta, Ga. He was preceded in death by his parents: Peter and Lillian Powell; his first wife: 
Marcella Powell; one son: Terry Powell; and one sister and brother-in-law: Ann (Dick) Stalvey.
A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. on Friday, July 30, 2010, at the Jens 
Family Funeral Home & Crematory, 1122 S. 8th St., Manitowoc. Pastor Michael 
Kleinhans will officiate with burial of his cremated remains at Evergreen cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 4 to 5 pm. 
Herald Times Reporter, July 28, 2010 


MARCELLA (BONK) POWELL

Mrs. Bernard (Marcella) A. Powell, age 83, of 1436 Johnston Drive, Manitowoc, 
died Friday morning, Nov. 3, 2006, at the Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc 
County.
Marcella was born March 29, 1923, in Manitowoc, a daughter of the late Martin 
and Josephine Norkosky Bonk. She was a 1942 graduate of Lincoln High School, 
Manitowoc. On July 28, 1945, Marcella was married to Bernard J. Powell at 
Kingsville, Texas Naval Air Station. Bernard and Marcella owned and operated 
two restaurants in Manitowoc: Dog and Suds, as well as Powell’s Restaurant. 
Marcella was a former member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Manitowoc, and 
enjoyed puzzles, crosswords and bingo.
Survivors include her husband: Bernard, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law: 
Susan Bewersdorf, Augusta, Kan.; Mary (Dennis) Kelly, Manitowoc; three 
grandchildren: Jason (Jolene) Wanek, Green Bay; Dawna Eldringhoff, Augusta, Kan.; 
Eric Bewersdorf, Wichita, Kan.; four great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends also survive. 
Marcella was preceded in death by her mother, father, five brothers, and one 
sister. 
A memorial funeral service will be held on Monday evening, Nov. 6, 2006, at 7 
p.m. at the Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory, 1122 South Eighth St., 
Manitowoc. 
Deacon Alan Boeldt will officiate, with burial of her cremated remains at 
Evergreen cemetery.
Relatives and friends may call on Monday at the funeral home from 6 p.m. until 
the time of service at 7 p.m. 
A special thank you to the staff of Manitowoc Health Care Center for the kind 
and compassionate care shown to Marcella and our family.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 4, 2006 


MARGARET L. POWELL

Mrs. George Powell, of Kossuth, died in this city on Sunday last. 
Her funeral took place yesterday.
Manitowoc Pilot, July 24, 1890  P. 3


PETER B. POWELL

Peter Bernard Powell, 78, of 2129 West St., Manitowoc, died Saturday at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Private memorial services will be 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Jens Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. Major Oliver Poling of the Salvation Army Citadel will officiate 
and cremation will follow at Jens Crematory. Burial will be in Evergeen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Powell was born Sept. 20 (sic), 1902, at Rozeville, Wis., son of the late 
John and Anna Reif Powell. He attended Manitowoc Public Schools and had served 
in the United States Navy Merchant Marines a a journeyman electrician. He was 
a member of the Marine Firemen's Union.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Bernard and Marcella Powell of 
Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Ann and Osborn Stalvey of Manitowoc 
and Jenine and James Bishop of Cairo, Ga., eight grandchildren and six great 
grandchildren. Three brothers and a sister preceded him in death.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the 
Salvation Army.
Herald Times Reporter, June 23, 1980 P.3
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[bur. on Osborn and Annabelle Stalvey lot/cremains]


JAMES POWERS

Special to the North Western, Milwaukee, Wis. July 16
Little James Powers, aged three, wandered into the street in front of his home 
Sunday afternoon and according to J. Jackson, Terre Haute, Ind., stepped in front 
of a southbound Eighth Ave. car. The child was taken to the Good Samaritan 
Hospital in Mr. Jackson's machine but was dead when it reached the place.
Oshkosh Daily North Western, Mon., July 16, 1917 page 7
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[age 2 yrs/killed by streetcar T.M.E.R. & L. CO./bur. on Mrs. Anna Bernard lot]


ISAAC M. POWLESS

Isaac M. Powless, 68 (photo), of 940 S. 18th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. James Episcopal Church, 
Manitowoc, Vicar F.C. St. Clair will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen
Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Powless was born at Oneida, Wis., Feb 19, 1888 where Sept. 2, 1912 he 
married Margaret Metoxen??. The couple resided there until 1922, moving them 
to Neenah and a year later to Manitowoc. Mr. Powless was employed for more 
than 29 years at the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co., Manitowoc.
Surviving him are his wife; four daughters, Mrs. Lester Dehne, Miss Bertha 
Powless, Mrs. Freeman Cornelius and Mrs. Reginald Baird of Manitowoc; a son, 
John of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Elsie Balher?? of Albuquerque, N.M., and 
Mrs. George LeMieux of Phoenix, Ariz., and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home..(two lines underinked)..the church where 
the body will lie in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 23, 1956  P. 17
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[d. 11-22-1956/age 68 yrs./cause: broncho pneumonia]


JOHN F. POWLESS

John F. Powless, 66, of 304 N. Adams St., Green Bay, died Thursday morning, 
September 2, at St. Mary Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at St. James Episcopal Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. William Harvey will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military rites will be accorded Mr. Powless 
by VFW Otto Oas Post No. 659.
Mr. Powless was born April 18, 1916, at Oneida, Wis., son of the late Isaac 
and Margaret Metoxen Powless. He moved to Manitowoc as a child attending local 
schools and graduating from Lincoln High School in 1937. From 1940 to 1945 he 
served in the United States Army serving overseas. Mr. Powless returned to 
Manitowoc and lived here until 1965. While in Manitowoc he was employe at 
Invincible Metal Furniture Company. In 1965 he moved to Green Bay where he was 
employed with the United States Post Office retiring in 1978. Mr. Powless was 
a former member of St. James Episcopal Church, Manitowoc, a member of VFW Otto 
Oas Post No. 659 of Manitowoc.
Survivors include three sisters and a brother-in-law, Gladys M. Dehne, Hazel M. 
Cornelius, and Carol and Reginald Baird of Manitowoc; a niece and several nephews. 
He was preceded in death by a sister, Bertha Swetlick.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 o'clock 
to 9 o'clock this Friday afternoon and Saturday until 10:30 a.m. A prayer service 
will be held 7:30 o'clock this Friday evening by Father William Harvey.
Herald Times Reporter, September 3, 1982 P. 3
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Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Powless, 911 S. 18th St., were advised that their son, Sergt. 
John F. Powless was wounded in action in the southwest Pacific and is convalescing. 
Sergt. Powless also left here in October, 1940.
Manitowoc Sun Messenger, Jan. 22, 1943 page 1
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[d. Green Bay, WI/bur. on Mrs. Isaac M. Powless lot]


MARGARET POWLESS

Mrs. Isaac Powless, 67, of 1315A Washington St., Manitowoc, died early Saturday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the St. James Episcopal Church in 
Manitowoc with the Rev. W. R. Harvey officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
The former Margaret Metoxen was born March 22, 1889, in Oneida. On Sep. 3, 1913, 
she was married to Isaac Powless at Oneida. The couple came to Manitowoc 32 years 
ago. He died in November, 1956. 
Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Lester Dehne, Mrs. Freeman Cornelius and 
Mrs. Reginald Baird of Manitowoc and Miss Bertha, at home and a son, John, at home. 
There are five grandsons.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Monday until 
noon Tuesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 5, 1957  P. 11
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[d. 10-05-1957/age 67 yrs./cause: cerebral hemorrhage/bur. on Mrs. Issac M. Powless lot]


WILLIAM POWLESS

Man Kills Self After Manhunt
MANITOWOC—A 27-year-old Manitowoc man died of a self-inflicted gun shot wound 
late Monday night following an intensive police manhunt.
He was identified as William N. (sic) Powless, who was released Friday from 
the Manitowoc county jail after serving a term as a probation violator. 
Authorities said the incident started at 8:15 p.m. when they received a call 
from a female clerk at the City News Store, 114 N. 8th St. 
She told police that a man entered the store and threatened her. 
She said the man had grabbed her arm and had a gun in his other hand that was 
pointed to the floor.
She broke away and ran to a nearby store where police were summoned. 
Police eventually traced Powless to the eighth floor of the Manitowoc Motor 
Hotel. Seven officers evacuated nearby rooms but as they approached the door 
to Powless’ room at 9 p.m. they heard a single shot.
Officers broke down the door and found Powless on the bed with a bullet wound 
in his head. A .38 caliber pistol was found nearby. 
Powless was taken to Manitowoc Memorial Hospital where he died about two hours 
later.
Police said Powless had previously undergone treatment at Central State Hospital, 
Waupun, and then at the Manitowoc Health Care Center in connection with a stabbing 
incident last summer.
He was picked up by police on June 13 after he had walked away from the health 
care center.
Powless lived in Manitowoc two to three years. Authorities said he originally was 
from Green Bay.
Sheboygan Press, August 27, 1974  P. 20
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[d. 08-26-1974/age 27 yrs.]
(05 May 1947/Aug 1974/SSDI)


FRANK J. POZORSKI

Frank J. Pozorski, 68, of 510 E. Reed Ave., Manitowoc, died Friday morning at 
home.
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Monday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home 
and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. 
Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pozorski was born Sept. 25, 1906, at Manitowoc, son of the late Xavier and 
Ella Poklinkowski Pozorski. He was educated at St. Mary School, Manitowoc. He 
married Lucille Rappel Nov. 25, 1939, at Milwaukee. He was employed at Aluminum 
Specialty, Manitowoc, retiring in 1965, due to ill health.
Survivors include his wife, a son, (private), a daughter, (private) and four 
brothers, Peter, John, Henry and Stanley, of Manitowoc; seven sisters, Mrs. 
Charles (Rose) Hettmann, Mrs. Mary Heim??, Mrs. Andrew (Ella) Cachanick, Mrs. 
George (Emily) Wheeler, Mrs. Adver (Anna) Fickett and Mrs. Stanley (Frances) 
Lusma, of Manitowoc and Mrs. LaVern (Alice) Polley of Gardenia. Calif., and 
four grandchildren. A brother and sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday 
where a prayer service will be held at 6:30 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 3, 1975  P. 3
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[amputated lower left leg/bur. 06-20-1972]


FRIEDA POZORSKI

Frieda Pozorski, age 92, a resident of North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation 
Center, formerly of 1433 N. Sixth St., Manitowoc, entered eternal life Friday, 
July 13, 2007, at the care center. Funeral services will be held at 4 pm Tuesday 
at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran church with the Rev. Nicholas Maglietto and the 
Rev. Paul Schossow officiating. Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Frieda was born Dec. 30, 1914 in Habelock,, Neb. She was the daughter of the 
late George and Elizabeth Kail Schaefer. On April 27, 1940 she married Peter P. 
Pozorski in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death Feb. 11, 1987. She was a member 
of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran church.
Frieda is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Charles Brandl, 
Manitowoc; three grandchildren, Ronald Rauens, Dawn Bahena and Paul Rauens; four 
great grandchildren, Tessa (Tyler) Webb, Vanessa Bahena, Alisha Rauens and Faith 
Rauens; two great grandchildren: Bryce and Ivy Webb; along with other relatives 
and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Peter in 1987; one 
granddaughter, Hope Ann, one great grandson, Salvador; one brother and four 
sisters.
Relatives and friends may call at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church from 3 pm 
until the time of services at 4 pm on Tuesday, July 17.  
A special thank you to Lunn Seidl Babcock Homecare and Hospice for your precious 
love and care for Frieda and also to Whitetail Estates.  Also special thanks to 
Dolly, a friend and companion for the past eight years and to Manitou Manor. The 
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, North 11th and St. Clair 
Streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 15, 2007


JAMES W. POZORSKI

Mr. James W. Pozorski, age 67, of 726 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, entered eternal 
rest Wednesday morning, Aug. 4, 2004, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, 
Manitowoc.
Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, 2004, at the 
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center with the Rev. David Hoffman 
officiating. Cremation will take place with burial of the cremains to be at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Jim was born March 7, 1937 in Manitowoc, the son of the late Walter and Ruth 
Herzog Pozorski. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the class of 
1955. Jim was employed for more than 42 years with Sorge Dairy, now known as 
Cedar Crest, from where he retired in 1998. On Oct. 5, 1957, he married Mary 
Becker at St. Boniface Catholic Church. Jim spent a lot of time at their 
cottage in Door County. He also enjoyed many hunting and fishing trips with 
his many friends that shared the same interests.
Jim is survived by his wife of 46 years: Mary; three sons: Jeffrey Pozorski, 
St. Nazianz; Thomas Pozorski, Mesa, Ariz.; John Pozorski and fiancé Julie 
Morrell, Green Bay; three daughters and one son-in-law: Ann Paasch and special 
friend, James Fogltanz, Manitowoc; Sue Samz, Scottsdale, Arizona; Jill and 
Craig Wienkes, Appleton; one sister and brother-in-law: Janet and Darrell 
Williams, Forest Junction; 10 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; one niece; 
three nephews along with other relatives and friends surviving. He was preceded 
in death by his parents, an infant son and an infant sister, Lois Pozorski.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 
628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of 
services at 10:30 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, August 5, 2004  P. A3


LUCILLE A. POZORSKI

Lucille A. Pozorski, age 83, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, and 
formerly of Garfield Garden Apartment, Manitowoc, died Tuesday, January 4, 2000, 
at St. Mary's Home.
The Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Pozorski will be celebrated by Rev. Roman 
Zbieranski, O.F.M., at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc, on Friday, January 7, 
2000, at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Lucille was born October 4, 1916, in the town of Rockland, Wis. Her parents were 
the late Gilbert and Emma Tuschel Rappel. She married Frank Pozorski, on 
November 25, 1938, in Milwaukee. Mr. Pozorski preceded her in death on January 3, 
1975. She was employed at Invincible Metal Furniture Company, for 23 years leaving 
due to ill health. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include two children, Francis "Speed" (Joanie) Pozorski, Marilyn (Sylvester) 
Staral, all of Manitowoc; four grandchildren, Christine (Scott) Hallfrisch, Soctt 
Staral, all of Manitowoc, Bob (Lisa) Staral, Appleton, Connie (Glen) Faust, Birnamwood; 
five great grandchildren, Allison and Ashley Hallfrisch, Dylan and Jordan Staral, 
Bennie McGovern; a brother, Eddie Rappel, Aurora, Colo.; two sisters, Marion Rappel 
and Agnes Shimek, both of Manitowoc; a brother-in-law, George (Emily) Wheeler, 
Manitowoc; five sisters-in-law, Mae Pozorski, Frieda Pozorski, Dolores Pozorski, all 
of Manitowoc, Janet Rappel, Brillion, Alice Polley, Vancouver, Wash.; also nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her 
husband, and two brothers, Joe Rappel and Bob Rappel.
Friends may call at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Friday, from 9 a.m. until the time 
of mass at 10 a.m.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, assisted the Pozorski family with funeral 
arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  Wednesday, January 5, 2000  pg. A2


PETER P. POZORSKI

Mr. Peter P. Pozorski, 85, a resident of North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc, 
formerly of 1433 N. 6th Street, Manitowoc, died Wednesday, February 11, 1987 
at the Care Center. Funeral services will be 9:30 am Saturday at Harrigan 
Parkside Funeral Home and 10 am at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The 
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Harold Berryman with burial 
to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Pozorski was born September 2, 1901 at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, son of the late 
Xavier and Ella Poklinkoski Pozorski. Mr. Pozorski was employed at Spindler Coal 
Company for 20 years, retiring in 1968. He married the former Frieda Schaefer on 
April 27, 1940 at Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Mr. Pozorski was a member of St. Mary 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Frieda; a daughter and a son-in-law, Sandra and 
Charles Brandl of Manitowoc; two brothers and a sister-in-law, John Pozorski 
and Henry and Delores Pozorski, all of Manitowoc; five sisters and four brothers-
in-law, Frances and Stanley Lusnia, Ella Cichantek, Anna and Ed Fickett and Emily 
and George Wheeler, all of Manitowoc and Alice and Lavern Polley of Van Couver, 
Washington; three grandchildren, Ronald, Dawn and Paul Rauens, all of Manitowoc 
and other relative and friends survive. He was preceded in death by three sisters 
and two brothers.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 pm to 9 pm 
Friday. Prayer Service will be held at 7:30 pm Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Feb. 12, 1987 page 22
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[husband of Frieda Pozorski]


LOIS ANNE POZORSKY

Funeral services were held this afternoon for Lois Anne, five-weeks-old daughter 
of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Pozorsky, 920 South 26th street, who died Sunday. The 
services were from the home of the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs.. Grover Herzog, 
726 North 12th street. Interment was at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 22, 1935  P. 2
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[age 1 month/cause: peritonitis/bur. on Joseph Suchomel lot]


RUTH POZORSKY

Mrs. Walter Pozorsky, 52, of 726 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday at home.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Pozorsky, nee Ruth Herzog, was born Feb. 26, 1917, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Grover and Anna Suchomel Herzog. She was married to Walter Pozorsky 
in 1934 at Manitowoc, where they located. Mrs. Pozorsky was employed as an 
office clerk at Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death 
in 1939.
Survivors include a son, (private); a daughter, (private); two brothers, Henry 
of Manitowoc and Russell of Bladensburg, M.D.; a sister, Mrs. Edward Ellerman, 
of Manitowoc and eight grandchildren. A daughter preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home, State Street entrance, after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 26, 1969  P. 9
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[d. 12-25-1969/age 52 yrs./widow of Walter Pozorsky/bur. on James W. Pozorsky lot]


SCOTT W. POZORSKI

Scott W. Pozorski, age 36, a Manitowoc resident died Monday, April 30, 2001 at 
Richmond, Va.
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, May 5, 2001 at St. Paul Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, 2601 South 10th Street, Manitowoc. Rev. Brian Staude will officiate 
with burial of his cremated remains at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Scott was born August 19, 1964 at Manitowoc, son of Judith M. Thielen and the late 
Wayne A.Pozorski. He grew up and was educated at Watertown, WI and a 1982 graduate 
of Watertown High School. Scott was a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving in the 
Persian Gulf.
Survivors include his mother and step father: Judith M. and Allen Thielen, Manitowoc; 
his grandmother: Hazel Pozorski, Cato; two sons, Eric and Kyle Pozorski, Richmond, 
Va.; a brother: Troy (Jodi) Pozorski, Watertown; two uncles: Michael Klenke and his 
wife Cindy, Sun Prairie, Wi.; William Klenke, Medford, Ore.; niece, nephews, other 
relatives and friends also survive.
Relatives and Friends may call after 9:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul Evangelical 
Lutheran Church until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Services, Manitowoc is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, May 3, 2001  P. A6


WALTER POZORSKY

Walter Pozorsky, 26, of 2012 Hamilton street, died suddenly of a 
heart attack early today at his home. He had not been ill and 
yesterday was downtown. He retired as usual last night but later 
was stricken and died soon after a doctor was summoned.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m., from the Shimek 
and Schwartz funeral home, the Rev. C.H. Phipps officiating. 
Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Pozorsky was born in this city in 1912 and always resided here. 
After finishing school he was employed in plants here. He was a 
member of Local No. 443, Boilermakers and Iron Shipbuilders. In 
1934, he married Miss Ruth Herzog.
Survivors are the widow; daughter, son, city (Survivors omitted for 
privacy.); father, Ignztz, city; three sisters, Mrs. Hullis Thomas 
of Michigan City, Ind., Mrs. Thomas Krutzback of Crivitz, Wis., 
Caroline, city; three brothers, Patrick, Erwin and Joseph, all of 
this city.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Saturday at 1:30 p.m. 
until the hour of the services Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, August 25, 1939 P.2
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[cause: coronary embolism/bur. on Joseph Suchomel lot]