ADA ROSALIA RAPP

Mrs. Ada R. Rapp, 88, of 816 Huron St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. James Episcopal Church, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. William Harvey, officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc
Mrs. Rapp, nee Ada Rosalie Newby, was born Oct. 1, 1881, at Ipswich, England, 
the daughter of the late James Ewbank and Rosetta Green Newby. She attended 
school in England and was graduated from East Suffolk and Ipswich Nursing 
Hospital. She was a World War I veteran, having served in the Queen Alexandra’s 
nursing staff of England and as a nurse in charge of the ambulance train in 
France. She was a member of St. James Episcopal Church, chairman of St. James 
Altar Guild, and a member of St. Faith Guild of the church.
Survivors include three brothers, Paul and Edward of England and Eric G.A. of 
Manitowoc; and a sister, Mrs. William Butcher. A daughter, a sister and three 
brothers preceded her in death. 
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday. 
Memorials may be made to the Cancer Society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 26, 1970   P. 12


LOUISE RAPP

Mrs. Louise Rapp, 52, of 1017 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died early Friday at the 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Louise Gauger in Manitowoc in 1902, daughter of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. August Gauger. In 1924 she was married to Otto Rapp. Her husband died in 
1940.
Only survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Nelson Robinson of Nashville, Tenn., and 
two grandchildren, Martin and Peggy Robinson.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 13, 1954   P. 17 
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[d. 08-13-1954/age 52 yrs./bur. on Mrs. August Gauger lot]


MABEL ROSETTA RAPP

Only Child of V.W. Rath Family Dies
Little Miss Mabel Rath(sic), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. V. W. Rath, passed away 
at the Holy Family Hospital Saturday afternoon, following a short illness. The 
child, seven years old was an only daughter. She had been an invalid since 
birth.
Funeral services will be held from the St. Boniface Church tomorrow morning at 
10 o'clock with burial at Evergreen. The Rev. Kersten will officiate at the 
services.
Manitowoc Herald News, Nov. 8, 1926
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Card of Thanks
We wish to extend our thanks to the Rev. Kersten, to the pallbearers, donors of 
flowers and to neighbors and friends who by sympathy and assistance rendered 
sought to lighten the burden of sorrow of our bereavement in the death of our 
daughter and niece. Mr. and Mrs. V.W. Rapp; Erick Newby.
Manitowoc Herald News, Sat., Nov. 13, 1926 page 12


OTTO RAPP

Otto Rapp, 41 (sic), of 1017 S. 15th street, employed on Great Lakes 
steamships for over a quarter of a century, died at the Marine hospital 
in Chicago Sunday afternoon after an illness of four months.
Mr. Rapp, who was to have attained the rank of captain this year, was 
taken sick only eight days after the start of the sailing season this 
spring. A heart ailment forced his retirement and necessitated his 
confinement in the Marine hospital. His last assignment was a first 
mate on the Inter Lakes Steamship company's freighter, Campbell. He was 
employed by the Cleveland firm since 1915 but had sailed the lakes since 
he was 15 years old.
He was born at Sandstone, Minn., Sept. 25, 1896. He married Miss Louise 
Gauger Aug. 6, 1924 and the couple had lived here since. Besides the 
widow, there is one daughter (private) at home, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. 
August Rapp of Sandstone, Minn.; four brothers, George and Carl of Duluth, 
Minn., August of Savage, Minn., and Rudolph of Moose Lake, Minn., and one 
sister, Mrs. Joe Secard of Duluth, Minn.
The body is being brought to Manitowoc today and will lie in state at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home from Tuesday noon until the hour of the funeral, which 
will be Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the funeral home, with the Rev. 
A.C. Fischer in charge. Burial will be at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 18, 1940 P.4
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[d. 11-17-1940 at Chicago, IL/age 44 yrs./cause: valvular mitral
insufficiency chronic endocarditis/bur. on Mrs. August Gauger lot]


FRED H. RAPPE

Fred H. Rappe, 75, of Valders, died Saturday morning in Valders.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
Keith Burnett of Jehovah's Witnesses will conduct the funeral service and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Rappe was born July 26, 1903, in Joinville, Brazil, son of the late Fred 
and Amelia Jung Rappe. He moved with his parents to Canada where he attended 
schools and in 1946 moved to Milwaukee, working in landscaping for Wisconsin 
Tree Company of Milwaukee. Following his retirement he made his home in 
Valders from 1975 until the time of his death.
Survivors include his former wife, Martha C. Rappe of Milwaukee; two sons 
and daughters-in-law, Edward and Anita Rappe of Manitowoc and Fredrick and 
Misa Rappe of Brookfield; four daughters and sons-in-law, Ruth and Eli 
Breedlove of Harlingen, Tex., Ramona and Roy Steward of Milwaukee, Nancy 
and Leonard Falk of Pewaukee and Rosemary and Roy Flanum of Clear Lake, 
Wis.; a brother, Alvin of Dover, Ark., 26 grandchildren and nine great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call in Jens Funeral Home 7 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Monday 
evening and Tuesday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, March 5, 1979 P. 3


ARNOLD J. RAPPEL

Arnold J. Rappel, 57, of 1622 Atlanta Cir., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Sunday 
morning in Ottumwa, Iowa. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in 
Parkside Funeral Home and 10 a.m. in at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery. Military graveside rites will be accorded Mr. Rappel by 
American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88 of Manitowoc.  
Mr. Rappel was born Feb. 17, 1922, in the town of Cato, son of the late Joseph 
and Matilda Hill Rappel. He was graduated from Reedsville High School with the 
Class of 1939, and served in the United States army, 191st Airborne Division, 
European Operation from 1942 to 1945. 
He married Clara H. Zimmermann Apr. 15, 1948 in Clarks Mills and worked at 
Manitowoc Engineering Company since 1947. He was assistant service manager of 
field operations. Mr. Rappel was a member of Knights of Columbus, Council 710, 
Holy Innocents Parish and the Mens Club of the parish. 
Survivors include his wife, Clara, two sons and daughter-in-law, Donald and 
Elaine Rappel of Chetek and James J. Rappel of Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-
in-law, Mary and Dean M. Morris of Manitowoc and Barbara and Robert J. Kutil of 
Menomonee Falls; a brother, Leonard of Manitowoc, four grandchildren and nieces 
and nephews.
Friends may call in Parkside Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, where a
parish service will be at 7:30 p.m. by members of the parish, Knights of Columbus
and friends.   
Herald Times Reporter, April 12 1979 p,3
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[d. Ottumwa, IA]


CLARA RAPPEL

Clara H. Rappel, age 85, of 904 N. 43rd St., Manitowoc, 
entered eternal life on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2008, at the 
Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. 
Clara was born on May 6, 1922, in the town of Maple Grove, 
Manitowoc County. She was the daughter of the late Albert 
and Emilia (Maertz) Zimmermann. Clara attended Reedsville 
public schools. She had been employed as a clerk at Johnson 
Hills Department Store. On April 15, 1948, she married 
Arnold J. Rappel in Clarks Mills. He preceded her in death 
on April 22, 1979. Clara was a member of St. Francis of 
Assisi. She enjoyed spending time with her family 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was preceded in death by her husband: Arnold on April 22, 
1979; one daughter: Barbara Kutil on Dec. 11, 1983; five 
brothers; and three sisters. 
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 4, 
2008, at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo. The Mass of 
Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Daniel 
Felton, with burial to take place at Evergreen Cemetery,
Manitowoc. 
Relatives and friends may call at the St. Francis of Assisi 
on Waldo on Friday, Jan. 4, 2008, from 9:30 a.m. until the 
time of services at 10:30 a.m. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th 
and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 3, 2008 


EDITH RAPPEL

Miss Edith Rappel, 19, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rappel, 940 North 
14th street, died Tuesday evening after a long illness.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home and interment will be in Evergreen cemetery. The 
Christian Science church will be in charge of the services. The body will 
lie in state at the funeral home from this evening until the hour of the 
services.
Miss Rappel was born in Manitowoc on May 1st, 1921, and she attended the 
public primary schools and Lincoln high school here.
Survivors are the parents and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Paulus of 
Milwaukee and Mrs. Mary Rappel of this city.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, September 11, 1940 P.2
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[d. 09-13-1940/age 19 yrs./cause: pulmonary tuberculosis/bur. on Frank 
Rappel lot]


FRANK RAPPEL

Frank Rappel, 70, owner-operator of Rappel’s Food Market, 940 N. 14th St., 
Manitwoc, died Friday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home 
and at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo 
Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Rappel was born Dec. 11, 1898, in the Town of Cato, son of the late John 
and Mary Riederer Rappel. He married Juliet Paulus May 11, 1920, at St. Mary 
Church, Clarks Mills, and the couple moved to Manitowoc. He was employed at 
the John Kadow Market until 1945 when he started his own business.
Mr. Rappel had long been active in the Manitowoc Food Dealers Assn. and had 
served as its president in 1947. 
He is survived by a brother, Joseph Rappel, of Cato and three sisters, Mrs. 
George Vandyacht, of Kaukauna and Mrs. William Pollen and Mrs. William Weber, 
of Manitowoc. His wife died Sept. 25, 1957, and a daughter also preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call after 4 p.m. at the funeral home, State Street entrance, where 
the Rosary will be recited at 8:15 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 8, 1969  P. 5


JULIET RAPPEL

Mrs. Frank Rappel, 59, of 940 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died early Wednesday 
afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness.
Christian Science rites with Mrs. W. G. Simerson as the reader will be at 2 
p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Juliet Paulus was born at St. Nazianz, daughter of the late Herman G. 
and Katherine Engeldinger Paulus, May 10, 1896, and was married at Clarks Mills 
to Frank Rappel May 11, 1920. Mr. Rappel operates a food market at 94? No. 14th 
St., Manitowoc. Mrs. Rappel was a member of the auxiliary of the Manitowoc Aerie 
of Eagles. 
Surviving in addition to the husband are two brothers, William of Pincher Park, 
Fla., and Norman of Two Rivers; and four sisters, Mrs. Ella Johannes of Milwaukee, 
Miss Esther Paulus of Los Angeles and Miss Mira Paulus and Mrs. Thelma Hansen of 
Manitowoc. A daughter, Edith, died in 1940.
Friends may call at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 26, 1957 P. 27 
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[d. 09-25-1957/age 59 yrs./cause: cerebral hemorrhage/wife of Frank Rappel]


MARJORIE J. RAPPEL

Mourn Death of Babe
Mr. and Mrs. Marcus Rappel, 720 New York avenue, are mourning the death 
of their sixteen months old daughter, Marjorie, who died Sunday morning 
from an attack of pneumonia. The little one had been ill only a few days. 
The funeral will be held from the home at 9:30 tomorrow morning and 
burial will be in Evergreen. Besides the parents the litte one is survived 
by four sisters.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, November 16, 1925 P. 2
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[cause of death: pneumonia/buried on the Marcus Rappel lot]


JOHN RASMUDSEN

Death of 76 yr. old Mr. Rasmusen(sic) on Manitowoc's Northside last Sun. 
The burial took place yesterday in the City Cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 06 June 1889
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[John Rasmudsen/age 88 yrs./cause: old age]


VIOLET MARKWARDT RASMUS

Violet Markwardt Rasmus, 77, of Longwood, Florida, died Tuesday, October 22, 
1985 at Longwood. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm Monday, October 28, at First 
Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. Rev. William Plank will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Rasmus was born June 12, 1908 at Two Rivers, Wisconsin, daughter of the 
late Anton and Mary Fogltanz Hamernik. She was a graduate of Washington High 
School, Two Rivers and Manitowoc County Normal School. She was a teacher and 
Principal of Newtonburg State Graded School. She married Lester Markwardt in 
1930 at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in September, 1966. She then 
married Harold C. Rasmus on November 5, 1968. He is still surviving. Mrs. Rasmus 
was Executive Secretary of the Manitowoc Family Service Association for 12 years 
and part-time deputy Civil Defense Director for Manitowoc County. She was a 
member of Eastern Star and was past International President of United Commercial 
Travelers in the United States and Canada 1966 - 1967. Mrs. Rasmus was very 
active in numerous other organizations and community affairs.
Survivors include her husband, Harold C. Rasmus of Longwood, Florida; a stepson 
and daughter-in-law, John and Elaine Rasmus of Alexandria, Virginia; three 
grandchildren, Kristen, Karin and Stuart; a daughter, Karen M. Jones of Mill 
Valley, California; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer 
Markwardt of Manitowoc; a niece, Mrs. Roger (Dorothy) Koch of Two Rivers; her 
husband's nephews, Don C. Markwardt and Dale E. Markwardt of Manitowoc; other 
nieces, nephews, relatives and friends survive. She was preceded in death by 
her first husband, Lester Markwardt, brother and sister-in-law, Alois and Violet 
Hamernik and her parents, Anton and Mary Hamernik.
Friends may call at First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc, 12 noon Monday, 
October 28 to the time of services. Memorials may be sent to Widows and Orphans 
of United Commercial Travelers or to Hospice.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Oct. 26, 1985 page 3
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[at Altamonte Springs, FL/cremains/wife of Harold C. Rasmus, widow of Lester Markwardt/
bur. on Anton A. Hamernik lot]


RONALD R. RASMUSON

Ronald R. Rasmuson, age 58, of 835 N. 8th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday morning, 
May 4, 1997, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 7, 1997, at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church. Rev. William Zimmer will celebrate the Mass of Christian 
Burial.
Ron was born July 1, 1938, in Britt, Iowa, son of the late Albert and Helen Cox 
Rasmuson. He graduated from high school in Britt, Iowa, in 1955, and attended 
State University of Iowa where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree in 
Science and his Masters Degree in Science Education. On August 13, 1960, he 
married the former Sally A. Slavin at Des Moines, Iowa. The couple moved to 
Manitowoc in 1962, and Ron taught Science at Washington Junior High School for 
27 years. Ron felt that the community of Manitowoc gave so much to him and his 
family, that he gave back to the community by being active in many organizations. 
Among them: American Heart Association Fund raisers, Heart-A-Rama, Big Brothers 
Big Sisters, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Capitol Civic Center, and the Children's 
Miracle Network.
Survivors include his wife, Sally, Manitowoc; two sons and daughters-in-law, Tim 
and Julie Rasmuson, Manitowoc, Steve and Rita Rasmuson, Spring Green, Wis.; two 
daughters and sons-in-law, Sheila and Biff Hansen, Manitowoc, Andrea and Todd 
Holschbach, Madison; five grandchildren, one brother, Tom Rasmuson, San Diego, 
Calif. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, David Rasmuson.
Relatives and friends may call at Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
on Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. Father Zimmer will hold parish prayer services at 7:30 p.m.
There will be no visitation on Wednesday morning.
In lieu of flowers memorials would be appreciated to the charity of your choice.
Herald Times Reporter, May 5, 1997 P. A2


ALTON J. RASMUSSEN

Alton J. Rasmussen, 72, formerly of 930A S. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died Monday 
morning at Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. George Knudson will officiate with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Rasmussen was born March 27, 1903, at Winchester, Wis., son of the late 
Elias and Tillie Swenson Rasmussen. He was graduated from Manitowoc High School 
with the class of 1921. He was a salesman for local manufacturing companies until 
his retirement.
Survivors include an uncle, Adolph Swenson, of Oshkosh, cousins and friends.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home after 10 a.m. Friday until 
the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, February 24, 1976  P. 3


EARL J. RASMUSSEN

Mr. Earl J. Rasmussen, 87, of 918 S. 21st Street, Manitowoc, died Thursday 
afternoon, January 28, 1988 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 10:30 am Saturday at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church. Rev. Bruce A. 
McKenney and Rev. Lyle L. Luchterhand will officiate with burial at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Rasmussen was born October 25, 1900 at DePere, Wisconsin, son of the late 
Christ and Martina Mathiesen Rasmussen. He was educated at Wrightstown and was 
employed with Chicago and Northwestern Railroad for 50 years, retiring in 1965. 
He married the former Elinor Kussow on August 26, 1926 at Kaukauna, Wisconsin. 
Mr. Rasmussen was a member of Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, Elinor; two sons and daughters-in-law, Aaron E. and 
Betty Rasmussen and Mark C. and Jan Rasmussen, all of Manitowoc; a daughter, 
Mavis Pollock of Stevens Point, Wisconsin; a son-in-law, George Wicihowski of 
Appleton; a brother and sister-in-law, John and Ella Rasmussen of Two Rivers; a 
sister, Mrs. Marcia Zasada of Green Bay; 11 grandchildren; seven great 
grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends survive. He was 
preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Wicihowski in 1977, two brothers and three 
sisters.
Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei 9th Street Chapel, 4 pm 
to 8 pm this Friday and Saturday at the church from 9 am until the hour of service. 
Memorials would be appreciated to Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Jan. 29, 1988 page 14
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[husband of Elinor I. Rasmussen]


ELI O. RASMUSSEN

Eli O. Rasmussen, 84, 930A S. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Rasmussen was born Nov. 23, 1879, at Winchester, Wis., son of the late John 
and Rachael Johnson Rasmussen. He attended Oshkosh County Normal School and 
Oshkosh Business College. He had been a painter and carpenter most of his 
working life. During both World Wars he was employed at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding 
Inc. 
He retired in 1960. He married the former Tillie Swenson in 1902 at Winchester. 
They lived at Arbor Vitae, Wis., for five years, moving then to Oshkosh and living 
there until 1917 when they moved to Manitowoc. He is a Past Noble Grand of Manitowoc 
Odd Fellows Lodge No. 55 (I.O.O.F.). He is a former secretary of the Manitowoc 
Central Labor Council and former member of the Boilermakers Local 443. Carpenters 
Local 849 and Painters and Decorators Local 499. The couple observed their 60th 
anniversary of their marriage in 1962.
Surviving are his wife; a son, Alton Rasmussen of Manitowoc; and a sister, Mrs. 
L. W. Anderson of Oshkosh. 
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Thursday at the Funeral Home, where the Manitowoc 
Odd Fellows Lodge will conduct memorial rites at 8 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 17, 1964   P. 14
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(23 Nov 1879/Jun 1964/SSDI)


ELINOR I. RASMUSSEN

Elinor I. Rasmussen, age 91, formerly of 918 S. 21st St., Manitowoc, 
died Sunday morning, January 9, 1994, at Shady Lane Home.
Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 12, 1994, at 
Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church. Rev. Bruce McKenney and Rev. 
Robert Kujawski will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born June 24, 1902, in Wrightstown, Wis., daughter of the 
late William and Mary Pflueger Kussow. She grew up and was educated 
at Wrightstown attending schools at Briggs School and St. John 
Evangelical Lutheran School. She was married to Earl J. Rasmussen, 
August 26, 1926, at Kaukauna. He preceded her in death Janaury 28, 
1988. She was a member of Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Aaron E. (Betty) 
Rasmussen, Mark C. (Jan) Rasmussen, all of Manitowoc; a daughter, 
Mavis Pollock, Stevens Point; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 
a son-in-law, George Wicihowski, Appleton; two brothers and sisters-in-
law, Ervin (Lois) Kussow, Kaukauna, Sherman (Verna) Kussow, Wrightstown; 
a sister, Marion Eiler, Milwaukee; a sister-in-law, Florence Kussow, 
De Pere; nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends also survive. 
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Wicihowski in 1977, two 
sisters, Stela Hidde and Emma Schroeder, three brothers, Edgar, Art 
and Elmer Kussow.
Friends may call at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church Wednesday from 
9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Memorial (sic) would be appreciated to Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church or 
donors choice.
Reinbold and Pfeffer Funeral Home is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, January 10, 1994 P. A2
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[widow of Earl Rasmussen]


LAWRENCE W. RASMUSSEN

Lawrence W. Rasmussen, age 60, of 2205 LaFollette Ave, Manitowoc, died Monday, 
July 6, 1992, a his residence.
Private family services will be held on Thursday, July 9, 1992, at 1:30 p.m. from 
the Jens Funeral Home, with burial at Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born November 5, 1922 in Graceville, Minn., son of the late Amos and Edith 
Woodbury Rasmussen. He attended schools in Bloomington, Ill., and was a World War 
II veteran, serving in the United States Army Air Force. He retired as a Army 
Lieutenant Colonel in the European Theater. Following his services he entered the 
Illinois Institute of Technology and graduated in 1947, as a sales engineer. He 
married Meryle Engelbrecht on March 2, 1946 in Manitowoc. The couple resided in 
Manitowoc. He was a former member of the Manitowoc Elks Club No. 687, and was a 
member of the Air Force Reserves Retired.
He is survived by his wife; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Lawrence Jr. and Anna 
Rasmussen, Ganesville, Fla., Richard W. Rasmussen, Phoenix, Ariz.; a daughter and 
son-in-law, Linda and Richard Schroeder, Cleveland, Wis.; five grandchildren, 
Lawrence III, Joanna and Christopher Rasmussen, Alyssa and Andrew Schroeder; a 
brother and sister-in-law, Robert M. and Carolyn Rasmussen, Hawaii; other relatives 
and friends also survive. He is preceded in death by one sister, and one daughter-
in-law.
There will be no Wednesday evening visitation at the funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, 
memorials may be made to the Holy Family Memorial Medical Center Hospice, and the 
Domestic Violence Center. The Jens Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 7, 1992 P. A2


MARK C. RASMUSSEN

Mark C. Rasmussen, age 68, of 3518 Forest Circle, Manitowoc, entered eternal 
rest Tuesday evening, June 24, 2003 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, 
Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, 2601 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, with the Rev. Brian Staude officiating. 
Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc, with military rites accorded 
by AMVETS Post #99. 
Mark was born Dec. 4, 1934 in Wrightstown. He was the son of the late Earl and 
Elinor Rasmussen. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1953. 
He then entered the United States Army and served overseas in Germany. He was 
honorably discharged in 1956. Mark was the past president of the Insurance Center 
of Manitowoc from where he retired in 1998. He had served in the past years as an 
alderman for the city of Manitowoc, 25 years serving the Manitowoc Board of Parks 
and Recreation. He was active for many years in various capacities of the Manitowoc 
County Chiefs Semi Pro Football team. Mark had been honored by the Manitowoc Chiefs 
Football Hall of Fame, being inducted in 1998. He was also a member of St. Paul 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc Elks Club, AMVETS Post #99, for which he 
played taps for many veterans departures, member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 
#659, snowmobile club of Nasawaupee in Door County. Mark was an avid golfer and 
enjoyed his "second home" in Door County. 
Surviving family include his wife: Janice nee Avery to whom he was married on June 1, 
1957; daughter and son-in-law: Cindy and Rick Oswald, Manitowoc; son and daughter-in-
law: Chris and Christine Rasmussen, Green Bay; brother and sister-in-law: Aaron and 
Betty Rasmussen, Manitowoc; brother-in-law: Dale (Ruth) Avery, Whitelaw; brother-in-
law: George Wichihowski, Appleton; seven beloved grandchildren: Jason Chrest, Mark 
Chrest, Mary Rasmussen, Selena Rasmussen, Samuel Oswald, Gabriel Rasmussen and Earl 
Oswald, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and special friends to include 
Geraldine Kipping of Sturgeon Bay. Mark was preceded in death by his parents; two 
sisters: Mary Wichihowski; and Mavis Pollock; his mother-in-law and father-in-law: 
Amanda Avery Wagner and Donald Avery and one niece: Sara Rasmussen Lindsey. 
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center from 4 
to 8 p.m. Thursday (TONIGHT) and then at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until the 
time of services at 11 a.m. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 
628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 2003


TILLIE RASMUSSEN

Mrs. Eli O. Rasmussen, 93, of 930 S. 9th St., Manitowoc, died early Friday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. George J. Knudson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Rasmussen, nee Tillie Swenson, was born Oct. 12, 1876, at Winchester, 
Wis., daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alfred J. Swenson. She was married 
to Eli Rasmussen in 1902 at Winchester. After their marriage the couple 
lived at Arbor Vitae, Wis., for five years, then moving to Oshkosh and 
coming to Manitowoc in 1917. They celebrated their 60th anniversary in 1962. 
Mr. Rasmussen died in 1964. Mrs. Rasmussen was a member of the Royal 
Neighbors of America and Rebekah Lodge No. 18.
Survivors include a son, Alton J., of Manitowoc and a brother, Adolph, of 
Oshkosh.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Sunday until time of 
services. A memorial service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Sunday by the 
Rebekah Lodge.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 3, 1970
*******
[d. 04-03-1970/age 93 yrs./widow of Eli O. Rasmussen/bur. on Alton J. Rasmussen lot]


CARL RATH

Carl Roth(sic), a former Manitowoc resident is dead at Appleton and the body will 
be brought here for burial on Thursday. Deceased was 82 years of age and has no 
living near relatives here.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., June 21, 1910 page 4
*******
The body of the late Charles Rath was brought here from Appleton this noon and 
taken to Evergreen cemetery from the station for the interment. Rev. Machmiller 
officiated at the rites.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 23, 1910  P. 4
*******
[cause: old age]


CAROLINE RATH

Death of Mrs. Carolina Rath last Sun. morning. She was the wife of JOHN
RATH, resident of 11th St., 3rd Ward. The deceased had reached an advanced age and
was ill for many years. Burial took place yesterday in the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 27 Oct. 1887
**********
[Mrs. Caroline Rath/bur. 10-26-1887/age 67 yrs/cause: debility]


HOMER RATH

Homer Rath, 75, a former resident of 1409 S. 13th St. Manitowoc, died Saturday 
morning at St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
with the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Rath was born Feb. 16, 1884, in the Town of Lind, Waupaca County. He came to 
Manitowoc as a young man and was employed in local foundries as a moulder until 
retiring in 1931. Mr. Rath married the former Tina Bartel June 27, 1905 at 
Stevens Point. She died July 12, 1959. He was a member of the International 
Moulders Union Local 301.
Surviving is a son, Borden, of Coeur d' Alene, Idaho.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 30, 1960
*********
[d. 01-30-1960 at Sheboygan WI/age 75 yrs.]


JOHANN RATH    (d. 1895)

Death on Thurs. of last week of 81 yr. old Johann Rath. He came to 
Manitowoc in 1850 and has resided here ever since. He was employed 
for 20 yrs. at Schuette Bros. The well-attended funeral took place 
Sun. afternoon at the local city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 12 Dec. 1895
********
[cause: old age]
********
(First publication Feb. 20, 1896.)
STATE OF WISCONSIN,-County Court for Manitowoc County
In the matter of the estate of John Rath, deceased,-In Probate.
An instrument in writing purporting to be last will and testament of John Rath 
of Manitowoc, in said county, having been delivered into said court,
And Christ. Kansier of Manitowoc in said county, having presented to said court 
his petition in writing, duly verified, representing among other things, that 
said John Rath died testate, at Manitowoc in said county on or about the 5th 
day of December 1895; that said instrument is the last will of said deceased 
and that said petitioner is named therein as executor, and praying that said 
instrument be proven and admitted to probate and that letters testamentary be 
thereon issued to said petitioner;
It is ordered: That said petition and matters therein be heard, and proofs of 
said last will and testament be taken at a special term of said county court 
to be held at the Probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 24th 
day of March 1986, at 10 o'ock (sic) a.m.
And it is further ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be 
given by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous 
to the time of said hearing,in the Manitowoc Post, a newspaper published in 
said Manitowoc County.
Dated February 15, 1896.
By the court:
J.S. Anderson, County Judge.
Baensch & Chloupek, Attys.
Manitowoc Post, Thursday, February 20, 1896 P. 4


JOHANN RATH    (d. 1903)

Following a long illness, consumption took the life of John Rath, a 
37-yr. old resident of our city. The deceased is survived by his 
parents and several sisters here. The funeral was held Tues. afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 30 July 1903
********
DEATHS OF THE PAST WEEK
RATH:
John C. Rath died at the home of his parents corner Thirteenth and 
Division streets of consumption after a protracted illness Saturday. 
He was born Aug. 17, 1866 thus reaching an age of 37 years. He was 
not married.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 30, 1903  pg. 1
********
[John C. Rath/bur. 07-26-1903/age 36 yrs./cause: consumption]


JOHN RATH    (d. 1931)

RESIDENT OF CITY 81 YEARS PASSES AWAY 
John Rath, for 81 years a resident of this city, died early this morning at the 
Holy Family hospital, the victim of a functional disease which has bothered him 
for the past 19 years. The affliction did not trouble him greatly until late 
yesterday when the pain became acute, necessitating his removal to the hospital.
The deceased was born in Mecklenberg-Schwerin, Germany, on August 3, 1848 and 
came to this country when he was two years old. On May 2, 1878, he married Miss 
Lena Wenner. Four children were born to them, two of whom have died. During his 
81 years residence in this city he lived in the same house at 1124 South Eleventh 
street. Besides his widow he is survived by two children, Emil Rath, and Mrs. 
Roland Branchmann; eleven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Saturday from the residence at 1:30 and at 2 o’clock 
from the Immanuel Ev. Lutheran church. Burial will take place at Evergreen cemetery 
with the Rev.T. Ueztmann officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, August 6, 1931  P. 5
********
[cause: obstruction of bowel]


LENA RATH

Mrs. Lena Rath, 89, widow of John Rath, died suddenly Monday evening at her 
home, 124 S. 11th street. 
Nee Lena Werner, she was born in Mishicot on Nov. 27, 1855, and was united 
in marriage with Mr. Rath on May 2, 1870. He preceded his wife in death 14 
years ago.
The body is at the Pfeffer funeral home and will lie in state there after noon 
on Wednesday. The Rev. Theo. Uetzmann, pastor of the Immanuel Ev. Lutheran 
church, will officiate at the last rites at 1:30 o’clock Thursday afternoon at 
the funeral parlors and burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Rath is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Roland Brachmann of Manitowoc; a son, 
Emil of Two Rivers; a brother, John Werner of Hemit, Calif., and one sister, 
Mrs. Bartel Notz, also of Manitowoc. Nine grandchildren and 14 great grand-
children also survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 20, 1945  P. 2
********
[cause: apoplexy/bur. on John Rath lot]


RAYMOND RATH

RAYMOND RATH, AGED 10, DISAPPEARS FROM HOME, NO TRACE OF HIM FOUND
Lad was Last Seen at Two Yesterday Afternoon at Cigar Shop of Uncle on Washington 
St. Where he Frequently Worked at Stripping Tobacco, Stepfather and Police Conduct 
All Night Search in Vain
Has anyone seen Raymond Rath, aged ten, since yesterday ? of trace of him ? been 
lost and his whereabouts are unknown while a mother is grief stricken and sick 
with apprehension. Raymond, dressed in a lavender colored waist dark pant with a 
soft grey hat and barefooted, left his home yesterday noon for the cigar shop of 
his uncle, Michael Rummelfinger?, over Weinschenk’s barber shop. He was accustomed 
to go there and stay for an hour or several days in the week assisting in the work 
of stripping. Yesterday he came as was his want and at 2 o’clock picked up his hat 
and said “Good by uncle, I’m going home.” That was the last seen of him and a ? 
search of the city, the water ? and among relatives on the South side have failed 
to located him. He has disappeared as completely as though the earth had opened and 
swallowed him. Even his playmates do not remember having seen him and no one has 
been found who saw him after he left the cigar shop on his way home. In the belief 
that the lad made his way to one of the carferries, Ludington police have been asked 
to visit and search the vessels upon arrival there, but up to this afternoon, this ? 
of inquiry has been without avail. The boy always expressed interest in the big boats 
and visited the docks at times to see them unload and take on freight. It was believed 
possible that he had gone aboard and remained until after the boat had left the docks 
and being unable to get ashore stayed hiding until the vessel reached the other shore. 
The boy was not a frequenter of the bathing beaches to any extent and rarely joined 
the other boys of his age to fish off the pier. These places, however, were visited 
by the lad’s stepfather, John Soley, last night and in fact Soley conducted an all 
night search. It was not until late however that the police station was notified. The 
Soley family lives at 815 North Sixth street and the boy is one of three children, 
being a son of Mrs. Soley by a previous marriage. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald July 26, 1916 p.1
********
BODY OF RAYMOND RATH, MISSING BOY, FOUND FLOATING IN RIVER
RIVER GIVES UP LIFELESS FORM OF LITTLE RAYMOND RATH MISSING SINCE TUESDAY
(Unfortunately the first two columns of this article are too faint to read, 
so this starts with the third)
A charge that Bridgetender Goedtke had allowed the Rath boy to go down to the pier 
beneath the draw on the day he disappeared proved to be without foundation. The report 
came to the police that the lad was allowed to go down through the sidewalk opening on 
the bridge and Officer Dueno questioned the bridgetender concerning the ? morning. the 
bridgetender was astounded to think such a charge could have been made against him. He 
says he never allowed any boy to be on the bridge under the draw where there always was 
danger in drowning to a person who could not swim.
Manitowoc Daily Herald July 28, 1916 p. 1
********
[cause: accidental drowning]


TENA RATH

Elderly Lady Burned To Death In City Home 
Could Not Hear Call of Warning 
Mrs. Homer Rath, 75, died of kerosene burns about 4:25 p.m. Sunday at the home, 
1409 S. 13th St. 
Mrs. Rath was working on wicks of the stove, used for cooking, when her clothes 
caught fire, according to her husband, an invalid.
He was in an adjoining room repairing her hearing aid when flames enveloped her 
body. He shouted for her to roll on the floor in order to extinguish the fire, 
but she could not hear him.
Mrs. Rath collapsed near a kitchen door, Dr. Theodore Teitgen, Manitowoc…
(two lines underinked)…shock and burns.
Her husband told police and the coroner he managed to bring his wheel chair near 
enough to her so he could use crutches to remove parts of her burned clothing. 
Rath, who is 75, shouted for about a half hour before he attracted attention of 
neighbors who used water to douse the fire.
Mrs. Rath, nee Tena Bartel, was born Aug. 15, 1883, in the Town of Hall, Portage 
County. She was married to Homer Rath June 27, 1905, at Stevens Point.
Surviving in addition to the husband is a son, Borden, of Couer d’Alene, Idaho, 
who was being contacted by police.
Pfeffer Funeral Home said funeral arrangements are incomplete, pending arrival of 
the son.
Rath was removed to Holy Family Hospital on orders of Dr. Teitgen.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 13, 1959  P. 1
*********
[d. 07-12-1959/age 75 yrs./wife of Homer B. Rath]


WALTER RATH

Walter Rath, a south side man who has been a patient at Maple Crest sanitorium, 
died at the institution at Whitelaw yesterday, aged 31. Mr. Rath had long been 
a victim of consumption and had been cared for at the sanatorium only a short 
time, the disease having made so great advance that his life could not be saved.
Deceased was a son of Mr. and Mrs. John Rath, So. Eleventh street, and was 
formerly employed as a tailor. 
He is survived by a widow and three children, his parents, two brothers, Emil 
and Herman and a sister, Mrs. Roland Brachman.
Funeral services will be held from the home of his parents Sunday afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, August 8, 1914 
*******
[bur. 08-09-1914/age: 31 yrs./cause: pulmonary tuberculosis/
burial on John Rath lot]


WILHELM RATH

William Rath, who came back ill from Chicago to Manitowoc a 
few weeks ago, has now died. He is survived by his parents 
and several sisters.
Der Nord Westen, 14 July 1904
**********
William Rath, aged 40 years, died Monday morning at his home, South 13th 
Street. The funeral took place at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Rev. Carl 
Machmiller officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 14, 1904  pg. 5
**********
[William Rath/bur. 07-12-1904/age 41 yrs./cause: tuberculosis]


BRUCE NEAL RATHMAN

Bruce Neal Rathman, age 66, a former Manitowoc resident, died Tuesday, Oct. 26, 
2004 at Rocky Knoll Health Care Center, Plymouth. 
Bruce was born Jan. 26, 1938 in Manitowoc, a son of the late Robert and Barbara 
Ann (Selch) Rathmann(sic). He grew up and was educated in Manitowoc and graduated 
from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1957. Bruce graduated from Manitowoc 
County Teachers College and for a time taught at Holy Innocents Catholic School. 
He was a cook with the Army Reserve, a clerk with Plumb and Nelson and a material 
handler at the Manitowoc Company until his retirement due to health. Bruce enjoyed 
gun collecting, model trains and gardening and was a member of the National Rifle 
Association. Bruce was known for his generosity to his mother and family. 
Survivors include his sister, Barbara (Tim) Uek of Manitowoc; his brother, William 
(Sue Ann) Rathman of Elkhart Lake; his niece, Beth Uek, attending school in Austria; 
and his nephews, John Rathman of Menasha and Anthony Rathman of Scottsdale, Ariz. 
In addition to his parents, Bruce is preceded in death by a brother, John Rathman. 
Memorial funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at Reinbold 
and Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Dave Hoffman 
will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call from 10 a.m. Saturday to the time of service. 
The Reinbold and Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, (920) 682-0118, is serving the family.
No newspaper cited


BABY GIRL RATHMANN

Funeral services for the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred E. Rathmann 
of 1212 East Thomas St., Manitowoc, who was born and died Tuesday at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc, were Wednesday morning at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery.
Among survivors are the parents and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. 
William C. Kolhn of Milwaukee. Mrs. Rathmann is the former Dolores Kolhn?.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 11, 1962  P. 9 
*******
[d. 04-10-1962/stillborn/father-Alfred E. Rathmann]


BARBARA ANN (SELCH) RATHMANN

Barbara A. Rathmann, age 85, a former Manitowoc resident died Tuesday April 13, 
1999, at Rocky Knoll Health Care Facility, Plymouth.
Funeral Services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Friday evening April 16, 1999, at 
Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Mathew Simonar will officiate at 
the Mass of Christian Burial with interment at Evergreen Cemetery.
Barbara was born September 6, 1913, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Anton 
and Anna Marie Poklekowska Selch, Jr. She was educated in Manitowoc Schools and 
for a time was employed at Orange Crush Bottling Co., Kewaunee. She was married 
to Robert R. Rathmann February 20, 1937, at Elmhurst College Chapel, in Elmhurst, 
Ill. Robert preceded her in death February 20, 1972. They celebrated 35 years of 
marriage together. Barbara enjoyed crocheting, needlepoint and gardening.
Survivors include two sons and one daughter-in-law, William G. and Sue Ann 
Rathman (sic), Elkhart Lake, Wis., Bruce N. Rathmann, Plymouth; one daughter and 
son-in-law, Barbara A. and Timothy B. Uek, Manitowoc; three grandchildren, Beth A. 
Uek, Manitowoc, John S. Rathman (sic), Menasha, Anthony W. and Shanna Rathman, 
St. (sic) Lake City, Utah; a sister and brother-in-law, Mildred and Adolph Roedig, 
Ft. Myers, Fla.; two great nephews, Andrew Roedig, Miami, Fla., Timothy Roedig, 
Hawaii. She was preceded in death by one son, John Robert and one brother, Harry 
Selch.
Relatives and friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc, from 
5 p.m. Friday, until the time of service.
Reinbold and Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 15, 1999 P. A2


ROBERT R. RATHMANN

Robert R. Rathmann, 59, of 1120 Green St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Schultz will officiate and cremation will 
follow.
Mr. Rathmann was born Nov. 20, 1912, at Milwaukee, son of the late Otto Carl 
and Charlotte Ludovici Rathman. He married Barbara Selch Feb. 2, 1937, at 
Elmhurst, Ill. The couple resided in Milwaukee until 1962, coming then to 
Manitowoc. He was a sales representative for the Orange Crush Co., Kewaunee. 
He was a member of Elmhurst College Alumni. 
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Bruce, of Manitowoc and William of 
Glenbeulah; a daughter, Miss Barbara Ann, at home; four brothers, Otto and Fritz, 
of Milwaukee, Donald, of Green Bay and Alfred, of Wisconsin Rapids; a sister, 
Mrs. Elsa Schupmehl, of West Allis and two grandchildren.
There will be no visitation.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 23, 1972  P. 22
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[cremains/husband of Barbara Rathmann/bur. on Anton Selch Jr. lot]


ALVIN RATHSACK

A 20-mo. old son of Joseph Rathsack here died Friday evening of a
hemorrhage. The funeral was conducted Monday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 26 Dec., 1907
******
Friends will sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Rathsack in the sudden death 
of Alvin, their eight month old son whose demise occurred Friday evening. The 
child had not been ill but late Friday suffered a severe attack that resulted 
in death. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon from the home at Franklin & 
Eleventh Streets with interment at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sat., Dec. 21, 1907
******
DIED:
The eighteen-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Rathsack died Friday after a 
brief illness. The funeral was held Monday afternoon. Interment was at the 
Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, December 26, 1907 pg. 1
******
[cause: hemorrhage]
*******
(Alvin Walter Rathsack/b. Apr. 13, 1906/d. Dec. 20, 1907/from burial records
of St. John's United Church of Christ)


ANNA RATHSACK

Death here Friday morning of Mrs. Wm. Rathsack from a stroke. The deceased,
who was born in Austria, reached the age of 59. She leaves her husband, 3 
sons and 3 daughters. The funeral was held Monday morning from St. Boniface 
Church.
Der Nord Westen, 30 July 1908
*******
Mrs. William Rathsack, aged 59 years, died Friday morning after a brief illness 
at her home at 1235 South Ninth street. She was born in Austria and came to this 
country when quite young. She was married to William Rathsack in this city in 
1867, who, with six children survive her. The children are William, J., Louis, 
Charles, Mrs. Adolph Kadow, Mrs. Arthur Bem and Miss Eila Rathsack.
The funeral was held Monday from St. Boniface church. Interment was at Evergreen 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, July 30, 1908
*******
[Anna Mrs. William] [cause of death: precis]


ANNA RATHSACK    (d. 1934)

YOUNG GIRL IS DEATH VICTIM
Anna Louise Rathsack To Be Buried On Friday
After a week's illness from summer influenza, Anna Louise Rathsack, 14-year-old 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Rathsack, 1306 South 11th street, died this 
morning. She suffered a sinking spell late last night and died at 9:30 a.m. 
today.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 9 a.m. from St. Boniface church with i
nterment at Evergreen cemetery.
An only cild, Anna was born in this city February 28, 1920. She attended St. 
Boniface school from which she graduated a year ago in June and she completed 
her freshman year at Lincoln high school.
The body is to be remvoed to the home Wedneday afternoon from the Shimek and 
Schwartz funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, July 24, 1934 P. 7
********
Funeral services for Anna Louise Rathsack, 14-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
Charles Rathsack, South 11th street, who died yesterday morning, will take place 
Friday morning from the St. Boniface church. The body is at the family home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, July 25, 1934 P. 7
********
[bur. 7-27-1934/age 14 yrs./cause: meningitis-non specific/
bur. on Charles L. Rathsack lot]


ARTHUR G. RATHSACK    (d. 1993)

Arthur G. Rathsack, age 83, of 1407 Hillcrest Dr., Manitowoc, died Sunday 
afternoon, May 23, 1993, at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church. The Mass of Chrisitan Burial will be said by the Rev. William Zimmer 
with burial to follow at the Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born October 3, 1909, in the Township of Franklin, Manitowoc County. Son 
of the late Anton and Julia Groginsky Rathsack. He grew up and was educated in 
the Township of Franklin and attended local schools. He moved to Manitowoc as a 
young man working for the Manitowoc Public School System for 23 years retiring 
in 1974. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed walking in the woods. He was first 
married to Marie Tadych on June 7, 1945. She preceded him in death July 16, 1964. 
He then married Dorothy M. Baker Galbraith on June 30, 1967, at Manitowoc. He is 
a member of the Sacred Heart, Catholic Church.
Survivors are his wife, Dorothy (Dottie); three sisters, Helen Staudinger, 
Manitowoc, Martha Wentz, Milwaukee, and Estelle Pieper, Campbellsport, WI.; also 
surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in 
death by four brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until 
the time of services at 11 a.m. In leiu (sic) of flowers memorials would be 
appreciated for Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The family was assisted with 
arrangements by the Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home.
Herald Times Reporter, May 24, 1993 P. A2
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[widow of Marie Rathsack/husband of Dorothy Rathsack]


CARL RATHSACK     (d. 1880)

A young man named Rathsack, aged 22, died in this city last Thursday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, June 24 1880
*********
[Charles Rathsack/bur. 06-19-1880]


CARL RATHSACK    (d. 1911)

DIED:
One by one the old settlers are passing away, and the names of those 
who were associated with the growth of the city will soon be but a 
memory. Another one to close his eyes on earthly scenes was Karl 
Rathsack, who passed away Monday morning at the home of his daughter, 
Mrs. H.C. Westphal, 1302 Washington street. He had been ill about ten 
days, illness resulting from a general break down incident to old 
age.
Mr. Rathsack was born in Alt Kenslien, Pomerania, Germany, Feb. 3, 
1826, and was therefore 85 years of age. He was married in Germany 
in 1850 to Miss Maria Stahl and two years later they immigrated to 
this country, settling in Manitowoc and this city had been his home 
for the past fifty-nine years.
Mr. Rathsack was well known among the early residents of this city. 
He was a quiet, unassuming man who had a host of friends. He was a 
charter member of the German Lutheran church of which but one survives-
-Christian Spiegel. The latter years of his life he spent in retirement, 
after long years of toil. Since the death of his wife in 1894 he made 
his home with his daughter, Mrs. H.C. Westphal, the only surviving child. 
He was the father of seven children, four of whom died in infancy. Two 
sons, Charles and Herman, aged 18 and 24, respectively, died in 1880. 
There are two grandchildren, H.F. Westphal of Milwaukee and Miss Serena 
Westphal of this city, and one great grand child, Eunice Westphal.
The funeral will be held this afternoon from the German Lutheran church 
Rev. Machmiller will officiate. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, March 23, 1911  pg. 1
**********
[cause: general debility]


CHARLES RATHSACK   (d. 1930)

R.R. CONDUCTOR OF EARLY DAYS DIES IN NORTH
Charles Rathsack Sr., 82, Passes Away at Home of His Son at Butternut, Wis.
Charles Rathsack, 82, for nearly a score of years a conductor on the Two Rivers 
"scoot" of the Northwestern and a resident of Manitowooc county for nearly half 
a century, passed away Sunday evening at the home of his son, Charles Jr. of 
Butternut, Wis., where he has been making his home for the past few years. 
"Charlie" as he was familiarly known in railroad circles was well known by hosts 
of friends here.
The remains will be brought here Tuesday morning from Butternut and taken to the 
Frazier Mortuary, Ninth and Chicago streets, from where the funeral will take 
place at two o'clock tomorrow afternoon, with buiral at Evergreen.
Married at Chicago.
The deceased was born in Germany and came to this coutnry with his parents when a 
boy of four. After a few years' residence here he removed to Chicago, where at the 
age of nineteen he was married to Miss Elizabeth Lenz. He first located at Kaukauna 
where he engaged in railroading, and then came to this city, to become conductor on 
the Two Rivers run of the Northwestern.
After retiring from railroading Mr. Rathsack engaged in farming for a time and also 
conducted a milk route in this city. Mr. and Mrs. Rathsack observed their golden 
wedding anniversary in this city several years ago. Mrs. Rathsack passed away two 
years ago. Four daughters, Mrs. Wm. Burkhardt of Monrovia, Cal., Mrs. John Nicholus, 
Milwaukee; Mrs. Albert Johnson, Milwaukee, and Mrs. Andrew Meyers of Butternut, and 
three sons, Joseph and Walter of this city and Charles Jr. of Butternut, survive. 
There are also 25 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, June 2, 1930 P. 2
********
FORMER RESIDENTS OBSERVE GOLDEN WEDDING DATE
It was just a half a century ago yesterday, April 6, that Charles 
Rathsack and Miss Lizzie Lenz plighted their troth at Chicago and 
yesterday at the home of their youngest daughter, Mrs. John Nicholas, 
Richards street, Milwaukee, they celebrated their golden wedding 
anniversary in a modest way. Not all the members of the family were 
present as it was not certain that Mr. Rathsack, who is running a 
farm at Butternut, would be able to be there, but his arrival at 
Milwaukee Saturday afternoon was the signal for hasty preparation 
to celebrate the event. Mr. and Mrs. Rathsack were married at 
Chicago and a year later moved to Kaukauna where Mr. Rathsack 
engaged in railroading. Forty-four years ago the couple came to 
Manitowoc to make their home and for twenty-seven years “Charlie” 
Rathsack was the conductor on the Two Rivers run of the Chicago 
and Northwestern. Seventeen years ago, with an enviable record as 
an employee, he decided to quit railroading and engaged in farming 
at the Rapids. For a couple of years he conducted a milk route in 
the city. Then the family removed to Butternut where Mr. Rathsack 
owns and conducts a farm. During the past several years Mrs. Rathsack 
during the winter months makes her home with the families of the 
children and during the summer lives at Butternut with her husband. 
Seven children were born to the couple and all are alive. They are 
Joseph and Walter of this city, Mrs. William Burkardt of Wheeler 
county, Texas, Mrs. Albert Johnson and Mrs. John Nicholas of 
Milwaukee, Mrs. Andrew Meyers and Charles Rathsack of Butternut. 
The couple have eighteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren. 
Many friends here will be happy to tender congratulations.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, April 07, 1919  Page 1
*********
[bur. 06-03-1930/age 82 yrs./died at Butternut, WI./cause: senility]


CHARLES L. RATHSACK    (d. 1945)

Rathsack Dead at 65; Active in Business Circles 
Charles L. Rathsack, 65, of 1035 South 11th street, president of the William 
Rathsack and Sons company hardware dealers, and active in the business life of 
Manitowoc for many years, died Thursday evening at the Holy Family hospital. 
He had been seriously ill only a short time.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Shimek and Schwartz 
funeral home. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Rathsack, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Rathsack Sr., was born in 
Manitowoc, in 1880. His father founded the wholesale and retail hardware company 
on Jay street in 1893 and Charles Rathsack, after completing his schooling, 
joined his father and brothers in the business. He served a secretary of the 
company for years and has been president of the company in recent years.
When a young man he was a member of Company H of the Wisconsin National Guard, 
a charter member of the Manitowoc aerie of Eagles and was the last surviving 
charter member of the Fish and Game Protective association. He was also a member 
of the United Commercial Travelers. 
Always active in civic affairs of the city, Mr. Rathsack was appointed to member-
ship on the police and fire commission, on which body he served several years. 
The death of Mr. Rathsack brought to a close a span of 52 years connected with 
the hardware business in the city.
Twenty-six years ago Mr. Rathsack married Miss Minnie Dietrich of this city. She 
survives with a sister, Mrs. Ella Ziglinski.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 7 p.m. Saturday, until the hour 
the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 2, 1945  P. 2
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[Charles Leo/d. 11-01-1945/age 65 yrs.]


CHRISTIAN RATHSACK

Christian Rathsack died Tues. at age 91. He was the father of our well-known
fellow citizen William Rathsack, in whose residence the death occurred. The
deceased was born in Germany in 1810 and came to America in 1860. He settled 
in Manitowoc where he operated a blacksmith shop for many years, until old age 
made him give it up and retire. He is survived by 2 sons and a daughter.
Der Nord Westen, 24 Jan. 1901
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Death gathered another aged pioneer to his final rest to-day, releasing 
Christian Rathsack form the suffering of many days. He was 91 years of 
age and for more than forty four years has been a resident here, lately 
at the home of his son, William, on Tenth street. Advanced age made him 
feeble and in the few weeks previous to the end, he grew very weak, final 
dissolution taking place early this morning. 
Decedent was born in Germany in 1810 and continued to reside in his native 
land until fifty years of age. In coming here he established himself as 
blacksmith and for years continued the business. Since retiring he had led 
a quiet life and enjoyed comforts thrown about him by his children, three 
of whom survive. They are Charles and William of this city, and Mrs. Meyer 
of Chicago. Funeral arrangements have not been made. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, January 22, 1901, p. 1 
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Death of a Week:
Christian Rathsack died at the home of his son William on Tenth street. 
He was 91 years of age.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, January 24, 1901 pg. 1
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[cause: old age]


CLARA RATHSACK

Mrs. Clara Rathsack, 80, who resided at the home of her son, Clarence, at 
1311(?) Washington St., Manitowoc, died Friday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, 
where she had been a patient the past week after suffering a stroke.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. John Evangelical and Reformed 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Clara Hoyer was born April 24, 1879, at Clarks Mills, daughter of the 
late Joseph and Anna Schultz Hoyer. She attended schools at Clarks Mills and was 
a member of St. John Evangelical and Reformed Church and also a member of the 
Womens Guild of that church. Mrs. Rathsack was married to Louis Rathsack in 1900 
at Manitowoc. Before death in 1943 he was a partner in William Rathsack and Sons 
Co., at Manitowoc. Three brothers also preceded her in death.
Survivors include three sons, Clarence, William A. and Edward, of Manitowoc; a 
daughter, Mrs. Robert McCoy of Cottonwood, Ariz.; a sister, Mrs. Ida Schmidtman 
of Manitowoc; 16 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 p.m. Sunday until 10:30 
a.m. Monday when the casket will be removed to the church where the body will lie 
in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 15, 1959  P. 9 
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[d. 08-14-1959/age 80 yrs./widow of Louis Rathsack]


CLARABELLE GRACE RATHSACK

Clara Belle G. Rathsack, age 77, of 1500 N. 3rd St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, 
January 24, 1999, at her residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, January 28, 1999, at the 
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating will be Charles 
Rhea, and Guy Gustafson, with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
She was born May 4, 1921, in Niagra Falls, N.Y., daughter of the late Joseph 
and Florence Bradley Liddle. She came to Two Rivers in 1935. Clara Belle 
attended Washington High School in Two Rivers, where she graduated with the 
class of 1939. She married Joseph C. Rathsack on May 10, 1941, in Clearwater, 
Fla. He preceded her in death in 1983. She worked for Mirro Aluminum Company 
for 24 years, retiring in 1979. She was a member of the Church of Christ, 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include three sons and two daughters-in-law, Richard and Judy Rathsack, 
Atmore, Ala., Michael and Pat Rathsack, Flat Woods, Ky., Joseph Rathsack, Dallas, 
Texas; two daughters, Kathryn Blain, Manitowoc, Walene Ross, Manitowoc; two 
sisters and one brother-in-law, Edna and Leo Ploor, Mishicot, Verna Liddle, 
Trenton, Mich.; two brothers-in-law and three sisters-in-law, Esther Rathsack, 
Manitowoc, Bette and John Bebow, Manitowoc, Sterling and Joan Rathsack, Park 
Falls, Wis.; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends also survive. Beside her parents and husband, Joseph; she 
was preceded in death by her step-mother, Nell Heap Liddle; one son, Walter 
Rathsack; and one grandson, Ricky Rathsack.
Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, and on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time 
of service at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Church of Christ, Manitowoc.
Herald Times Reporter, January 26, 1999


CLARENCE W. RATHSACK

Clarence W. (Sis) Rathsack, 68, of 1311 Washington St., Manitowoc, died Monday 
evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Rathsack was born Dec. 16, 1900, at Manitowoc, son of the late Louis and 
Clara Hoyer Rathsack. He attended Manitowoc schools and after serving in the 
U.S. Navy during World War I was employed at a church furniture manufacturing 
company at Waukesha for five years. He then returned to Manitowoc and joined 
his family in the operation of the William Rathsack and Sons Hardware Store.
He and his brother, Edward, continued its operation until 1967. Mr. Rathsack 
married Lorraine Aschenbrenner in 1929.
An avid bowling and baseball enthusiast, he was also a member of the Manitowoc 
Eagles Aerie 706 and the Seagulls Club. 
His wife survives along with five sons, Clarence of Belleview, Ill., Charles 
of Ft. Wayne, Ind., Louis and Joseph of Manitowoc and John of Appleton; five 
daughters, Mrs. Donald (Patricia) Malley of Appleton, Mrs. William (Katherine) 
Jens and Mrs. Gerald (Karen) Herman of Manitowoc, Mrs. Clarice Kuether of Two 
Rivers and Mrs. Wynn (Mary) Jansky of Indianapolis, Ind.; a brother, Edward, 
of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Robert McCoy, of Cottonwood, Ariz.; and 31 grand-
children.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 12, 1969  P. 5
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[d. 08-11-1969/age 68 yrs./bur. on Louis Rathsack lot]
(b. Dec. 16, 1901/d. Aug. 1969/SSDI)
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ASHENBRENNER-RATHSACK NUPTIALS SOLEMNIZE TODAY
With immediate friends and family in attendance, Miss Lorraine Ashenbrenner, 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Ashenbrenner of Route 7, Manitowoc, was united 
in marriage to Clarence Rathsack, son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Rathsack of 1235 
South Ninth Street at the St. Mary's parsonage at 11:00 o'clock this morning 
with Rev. Father Luby officiating.
Miss Lorraine Kornetzky was the maid of honor and T. Gonia acted as the best 
man. Immediately after the ceremony a wedding dinner was served to relatives 
and friends at the home of the bride's parents. Mr. and Mrs. Rathsack left 
this afternoon on a week's honeymoon trip their destination not known. Upon 
returning to the city the couple will make their home with the bride's parents.
Manitowoc Herald News, Mar. 1, 1930 page 8


DONALD J. RATHSACK

Donald J. Rathack, age 70, of 1108 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning, 
November 6, 2000, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, November 9, 2000, at the Jens 
Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Pastor Paul Perkin will officiate with burial to 
follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Rathsack was born January 5, 1930, in Manitowoc, son of the late Ben and Anna 
Watzke Rathsack. He was a 1949 graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. Don was 
a United States Navy veteran during the Korean Conflict, serving from October 31, 
1950 until August 10, 1954. On November 17, 1956, Donald married Barbara Ann Wakley 
at St. Casimir Catholic Church, Northeim. He worked for the Weyerhaeuser Company 
in Manitowoc for 45 years, retiring in 1993. Donald was a member of St. Boniface 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara, Manitowoc; their four children include Charles 
(Laurie) Rathsack, Two Rivers, Sharon Rathsack, Manitowoc, Ronald (JoAnn) Rathsack, 
Manitowoc, Brian (Kathy) Rathsack, Manitowoc; five grandsons, Chad, Aaron, Barry, 
Zachary and Tyler; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Alvin (Veda) Rathsack, Gillett, 
Wis., Joseph (Vicky) Rathsack, Manitowoc; two sisters and three brothers-in-law, 
Evelyn (John) Schneider, Manitowoc, Charlotte (Melvin) Landt, Two Rivers, Joseph 
Rader, Newton; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was 
preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Marilyn Rader; and two nephews.
Relatives and friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, November 8, 2000, at the 
Jens Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of 
service at 11 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, November 7, 2000 P. A2


EMMA RATHSACK

Name: Rathsach, Emma Anna M.
D.: 3/22/1878
B.: 1/6/1876
Reg. D.: 12/27/1878
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 2 Yrs. 2 Mo. 16 Da.
B.P.: Mtwc.
D.P.: Mtwc.
Cem.: Mtwc.
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. F. A. Pieper
Spouse:
F.: William Rathsack
M.: Anna Tinner Rathsack
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1 p.274
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(buried on William Rathsack lot)


ESTHER I. RATHSACK

Esther I. Rathsack, age 96, a resident of Rivers Bend 
Health and Rehabilitation Center of Manitowoc, died early 
Saturday morning, Jan. 26, 2008, at Rivers Bend. 
The former Esther Koeller was born Sept. 29, 1911, at 
Belle Plain, daughter of the late Albert and Amelia 
Schultz Koeller. 
She grew up and attended local schools in the Shawano 
County area moving to Manitowoc at the age of 18. 
On Oct. 29, 1930, Esther was married to Robert L. Rathsack 
at Woodstock, Ill. The couple lived in Manitowoc and Robert 
preceded her in death on Jan. 23, 1969. 
She enjoyed her family especially all of her grandchildren. 
Esther took great pride in vegetable gardening, canning, 
making her special chocolate chip cookies and crocheting 
rugs. Esther was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in 
Manitowoc. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
She was preceded in death by her husband: Robert Rathsack; 
one son-in-law: Lewis Stevens; two granddaughters: Cindy 
Cooper and Diana Groelle; three sisters and one brother. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 30, 
at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 2601 S. 10th St., Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Brian Staude will officiate with burial to follow 
in the Evergreen Cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call at the church on Wednesday 
from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. 
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is 
serving the Rathsack family. 
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 28, 2008


FRANCES RATHSACK

Mrs. Leo Rathsack, 66, of 920 S. 36th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning at 
the Manitowoc County Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Paul Catholic Church, with the Rev. 
Clement Kern officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Frances Labinski Oct. 2, 1895, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late 
John and Antoinette Gapa Labinski. She was married to Leo Rathsack June 25, 1924,
at Manitowoc.
Among survivors are her husband; two sons, Leroy of Manitowoc and Charles of St. 
Louis; a daughter, Miss Elaine Rathsack of Los Angles; four brothers, Victor, 
Frank and Anton of Manitowoc and Charles of Colorado; two sisters, Mrs. Andrew 
Hondl and Mrs. Rose Turczynski of Manitowoc and three grandchildren.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be 
recited at 7 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 12, 1962  P. 17
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[d. 01-12-1962/age 66 yrs./wife of Leo Rathsack]


HATTIE RATHSACK

Mrs. Joseph Rathsack, 67, of route 1, Newton, died at 10 p.m. Tuesday at the 
Holy Family hospital following a short illness.
Services will be conducted by the Rev. Paul Blaufuss at 2 p.m. Thursday at the 
Pfeffer funeral home in Manitowoc. Burial at Evergreen cemetery will follow.
Mrs. Rathsack, nee Hattie Lange, was born in Manitowoc in 1884. She had always 
made her home here until three years ago when the Rathsacks moved to route 1, 
Newton. She was married Sept. 23, 1901.
Survivors include her husband, route 1, Newton; two daughters, Mrs. Arthur 
Schmidt and Mrs. George Erdman and two grand daughters, Margaret Ann and Joette 
Schmidt, all of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer funeral home until the time of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 13, 1951  P. 2
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[d. 06-12-1951/age 67 yrs./bur. on Alvin Lange lot]


JOSEPH RATHSACK   (d. 1943)

Joseph Rathsack, 82, a resident of this city for more than 70 years, died Friday 
at his home, 936 North 15th street, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 8:30 a.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home and at 9 o'clock from the Holy Innocents church. Burial will 
be in Evergeen cemetery.
Mr. Rathsack was born in Poland in 1860 and came to Manitowoc with his parents 
when a boy nine years old. He married Miss Antoinette Potrowsky. For many years 
Mr. Rathsack was employed by the Goodrich Transit Co. He retired 17 years ago. 
Mrs. Rathsack died in 1902.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Edward Reindl of this city, Mrs. O.U. Hamilton 
of Los Angeles; two sons, Leo of this city, Ben of Clover; five brothers, George 
and Peter of Glen Flora, Wis., Edward of Milwaukee, Frank and Anton of the town 
of Franklin; two sisters, Mrs. Albert Radey of Cato, Mrs. Frank Brezinski, of 
this city; 15 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Sunday noon until the hour of the 
services. The rosary will be recited Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the funeral 
home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 2, 1943 P. 5
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[d. 01-01-1943/age 82 yrs./cause: arterioscleriotic heart disease]


JOSEPH RATHSACK    (d. 1962)

Mr. Joseph W. Rathsack, 88, formerly of 1019 Franklin St., Manitowoc, died 
Friday night at Manitowoc County Hospital where he was a patient for the last 
three weeks. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Pual Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Rathsack was born July 14, 1875 at Manitowoc, son of the late Charles and 
Lyzetta Lenz Rathsack. He married the former Hattie Lange on Sept. 23, 1901, at 
Manitowoc. She preceded him in death June 12, 1951.
For many years Mr. Rathsack was a commercial fisherman on Lake Michigan, retiring 
in 1941. He also served as a cook with old Company H Wisconsin National Guard.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Arthur Schmidt of Manitowoc and Mrs. George 
Erdman of Manitowoc; two brothers, Walter of Manitowoc and Charles of Butternut; 
two sisters, Mr. John Nichlous of Manitowoc and Mrs. Albert Johnson of Milwaukee; 
two grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 21, 1962  P. 9 
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[d. 07-20-1962/age 88 yrs./bur. on Alvin Lange lot]


JOSEPH C. RATHSACK    (d. 1983)

Joseph C. Rathsack, 65, of 427 Christel Dr., Valders, died Wednesday afternoon, 
Aug. 17, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and 
Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Edmund E. Olson will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside rites will 
be accorded Mr. Rathsack by Veterans of Foreign Wars Otto-Oas Post 659 of 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Rathsack was born Jan. 19, 1918, at Manitowoc, son of the late Walter and 
Laura Hansen Rathsack. He had been educated at Manitowoc schools and had been 
a resident all his life. He served with the United States Army in World War II 
and Koren Conflict. Mr. Rathsack was employed at Burger Boat Company for 20 
years, retiring in 1974. He married Clara Belle Liddle May 10, 1941, at Clearwater, 
Fla. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, four sons and two daughters-in-law, Richard and Judy 
Rathsack of Century, Fla., Michael and Pat Rathsack of Clayton, Mo., Joseph L. 
Rathsack of Milwaukee and Walter Rathsack of Manitowoc; two daughters and one son-
in-law, Walene and Craig Ross of Kirkland, Wash., and Kathryn Blain of Manitowoc; 
one brother and sister-in-law, Sterling and Joan Rathsack of Butternut, Wis.; two 
sisters and one brother-in-law, Bette and John Bebow of Manitowoc and Lucille 
Peterson of Birlingame, Calif.; six grandchildren, a great granddaughter, nieces, 
nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Walter and 
Robert Rathsack and a grandson, Richard Rathsack.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home 5 p.m. 
to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, August 18, 1983 P. 3
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[bur. on Walter L. Rathsack lot]


LAURA M. RATHSACK

Mrs. Walter Rathsack, 84, of 631 N. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce Hanstedt will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Rathsack, nee Laura Larson, was born Feb. 14, 1888, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Lars and Mary Riis Larson. She was reared by Mr. and 
Mrs. Lars and Johanna Hansen. She was married to Walter Rathsack July 30, 
1908, at Manitowoc. The couple established residence at Manitowoc. Mrs. 
Rathsack was a member of the Gold Star Mothers, Women of St. Paul Lutheran 
Church and Esther Circle. Her husband preceded her in death in 1968.
Survivors include two sons, Joseph C. of Manitowoc and Sterling L., of Park 
Falls, Wis.; two daughters, Mrs. Raymond (Lucille) Peterson and Mrs. John 
(Betty) Bebow, of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Alma Christiansen, of Manitowoc; 
16 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. 
Two sons, Walter and Robert, and two brothers preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 to 
9 o'clock this Wednesday evening until noon Thursday and at the church from 
1 p.m. until the time of service. Memorials in her memory may be made to St. 
Paul Lutheran Church Building Fund.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 27, 1972
**********
[d. 12-26-1972/age 84 yrs./widow of Walter L. Rathsack]
(14 Feb 1888/Dec 1972/SSDI)


LEO RATHSACK

Leo Rathsack, 95, a Manitowoc resident, who resided at the Shady Lane Home, died 
Thursday morning at Shady Lane Home.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 
10 a.m. at the St. Paul Catholic Church. Rev. Ronald Reimer will officiate the 
Mass of Christian Burial and burial will follow at the Evergreen Cemetery where 
military rites will be conducted by the V.F.W. Otto Oas Post No. 659.
He was born April 7, 1895, in Milwaukee, son of the late Joseph and Antoinette 
Piotroski Rathsack. He moved to Manitowoc County with his father as a child, 
residing in Manitowoc most of his life. He married the former Frances Labinski 
on June 25, 1924, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. She preceded him in 
death January 12, 1962. Mr. Rathsack retired from the Manitowoc Engineering in 
1958 where he served as a Machinist and he also owned and operated two grocery 
stores in the City of Manitowoc. He was a Veteran of World War I, serving from 
January 27, 1915, to March 7, 1919. He served with the U.S. Army as a Corporal 
with Company H of the 127th Infantry and was awarded the Purple Heart. He was 
a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, the Machinist Local No. 516, the Veterans 
of Foreign Wars and the American Legion Posts.
Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Leroy and Dorothy of Manitowoc, 
Charles of Madison; a daughter, Elaine Rathsack of Los Angeles, California; a 
sister, Helen Hamilton of Los Angeles; four grandchildren, Steven, Cynthia, Susan 
and Paul; also surviving are four great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 6-9 p.m. this Friday evening 
where a prayer service will be held this evening at 8 p.m. by Deacon William 
Klein.
Herald Times Reporter, January 18, 1991 P. B10
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ANOTHER OF OLD CO. H BOYS RETURNS FROM OVERSEAS
Corp. Leo Rathsack Says that Only 15 of Original Command Was in Battle at Fismes
“When I was put out of commission at Fismes by gas while we were 
attacking the enemy there were only fifteen of the old Co. H boys 
of Manitowoc with whom I left, who were still in the game, the large 
majority of those missing from the ranks having been in the casualty 
lists though I cannot say that many of them were killed or died of 
wounds. I do know however that a mere handful of the home boys were 
in the battle where I got mine.” This was the statement of Corp. Leo 
Rathsack, Co. H. man who arrived home from overseas yesterday and is 
visiting with his father Joseph Rathsack, 936 North Fifteenth street. 
Corp. Rathsack who spent two months in the hospital recovering from 
the effects of the gas attack had been sent to a replacement camp at 
LaHavre where he was stationed at the time of his experience. 
Enlisted as a member of Co. H. Corp. Rathsack left here with the 
command July 15, 1917 but did not cross seas with the company, having 
been in quarantine at Camp Merrill when the order to sail came. Later 
he was sent over and found that fifty H boys had been left at Winchester, 
England while the others were in training at Luschey, France where he 
rejoined his old company. Rathsack was in the Alsace sector when his 
command was fighting under leadership of Capt. Mitchel of Monroe, Wis., 
who commanded Co. H 1st regiment of the old National Guard. Corp. 
Rathsack sailed from Bordeaux Feb. 5th and arrived in Newport News Feb. 
18th and received his discharge at Camp Grant a few days ago, returning 
home.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, March 13, 1919 Page 1
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[widower of Frances Rathsack]


LIZETTA RATHSACK

FORMER LOCAL RESIDENT DIES AT BUTTERNUT 
Mrs. Charles Rathsack, Resident of City for 40 Years, to Be Buried in City 
News reached the city today of the death of Mrs. Charles Rathsack, at Butternut, 
Wis., last night, the end coming after a long illness and operation which sapped 
her strength and hastened the end. The body will arrive here tomorrow morning 
and funeral services, though no arrangements have been made, will probably take 
place Saturday afternoon from the Episcopal church with burial at Evergreen.
Mrs. Rathsack is well known here, having resided in the city for many years. Mr. 
Rathsack, who survives has been conductor on the C. and N.W. line between this 
city and Two Rivers for more than 17 years. Twenty years ago they removed to 
Butternut, where they have since lived.
Lived Here for 40 Years.
Mrs. Rathsack was 78 years of age at the time of death, having been born in Germany, 
May 17, 1849. At the age of 4, Mrs. Rathsack came to this country with her parents 
and grew to womanhood in the city of Chicago, where she was married to Mr. Rathsack 
sixty years ago. Shortly after the marriage the couple removed to Manitowoc, where 
they lived for forty years.
Surviving Mrs. Rathsack are her husband, four daughters, Mrs. W. Burkhardt of 
California, Mrs. A. Meyers of Park Falls, Mrs. John Nicholas of Milwaukee and Mrs. 
Albert Johnson of Milwaukee, and three sons, Charles, Jr., of Butternut, and Walter 
and Joseph of this city. Twenty-four grandchildren and five great grandchildren also 
survive, as does a sister, Mrs. Amelia Whitecomb, of Chicago.
The body will be taken to the William Frazier funeral home upon arrival and will lie 
in state until the day of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald News, August 25, 1927  P. 2
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[Lezzetta Rathsack/bur. 08-27-1927/age 78 yrs./died at Butternut, WI/
cause: Myocarditis/wife of Charles Rathsack]


LORRAINE RATHSACK

Mrs. Lorraine Rathsack, 78, of 512A Huron Street, Manitowoc, died early Thursday 
morning, March 16, 1989 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 10:30 am Saturday at Jens Funeral home and 11 am at St. Andrew Catholic 
Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. James 
Stamborski and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Rathsack was born October 21, 1910 at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Louis 
and Mathilda Scheuer Ashenbrenner. She attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated 
from Lincoln High School. She married Clarence Rathsack on March 1, 1930, at 
Manitowoc and the couple resided here all their lives. He preceded her in death in 
1969.
Survivors include five sons and four daughters-in-law, Clarence and Renee Rathsack 
of Belleville, Illinois, Charles and Peggy Rathsack of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Louis 
and Jane Rathsack of Manitowoc, John and Cheryl Rathsack of Appleton and Joseph 
Rathsack of Manitowoc; five daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia and Don Malley of 
Appleton, Clarice and Sheldon Schaden of Two Rivers, Karen and Gerald Herman of 
Manitowoc, Katherine and William Jens of Sunrise, Florida and Mary and Wynn Jansky 
of Two Rivers; two brothers and a sister-in-law, John and Jeri Ashenbrenner of 
Manitowoc and Bud Ashenbrenner of Manitowoc; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Ethel 
Kempka of Manitowoc and Margie and Joe Birgili of Reseda, California; 42 grandchildren, 
27 great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a 
brother.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home from 6 pm to 8 pm Friday. Memorials may be made 
in Mrs. Rathsack's name.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Mar. 15, 1989 page B11
*******
[age 78 yrs./widow of Clarence Rathsack/bur. on Louis Rathsack lot]
*******
ASHENBRENNER-RATHSACK NUPTIALS SOLEMNIZE TODAY
With immediate friends and family in attendance, Miss Lorraine Ashenbrenner, 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Ashenbrenner of Route 7, Manitowoc, was united 
in marriage to Clarence Rathsack, son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Rathsack of 1235 
South Ninth Street at the St. Mary's parsonage at 11:00 o'clock this morning 
with Rev. Father Luby officiating.
Miss Lorraine Kornetzky was the maid of honor and T. Gonia acted as the best 
man. Immediately after the ceremony a wedding dinner was served to relatives 
and friends at the home of the bride's parents. Mr. and Mrs. Rathsack left 
this afternoon on a week's honeymoon trip their destination not known. Upon 
returning to the city the couple will make their home with the bride's parents.
Manitowoc Herald News, Mar. 1, 1930 page 8


LOUIS C. RATHSACK

Louis Carl Rathsack, 69, of 1235 South Ninth street, who retired three years 
ago from active business after more than 50 years in the hardware business in 
Manitowoc, died early today at the Holy Family hosptial.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. from the St. Johns Evangelical 
church, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Mr. Rathsack was born in this city in 1874 and entered the hardware business 
when a young man when the William Rathsack and Sons was organized. He was in 
charge of the tin shop for many years and was vice-president of the company. 
Failing health forced his retirement from active business three years ago.
He was a membeer of the Manitowoc aerie (sic) of Eagles and the Odd Fellows.
In 1899 Mr. Rathsack married Miss Clara Hoyer. She survives with three sons, 
Clarence and Edward Rathsack of this city, William of San Francisco; daughter, 
Mrs. Robert McCoy of Jerome, Ariz.; two brothers, William and Charles of this 
city; sister, Mrs. Ella Ziglinski of this city; and 15 grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Shimek and Schwartz funeral home after seven 
o'clock Saturday night. It will be moved to the church Monday morning at 
10 o'clock to lie in state until the hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 5, 1943 P.2
*******
[Louis Carl/d. 11-05-1943/age 69 yrs./cause: chronic myocarditis]
********
(Louis Carl Rathsack/d. Nov. 5, 1943 age 69 yrs. 4 mo. 11 da./from burial
records of St. John's United Church of Christ)


LOUISE RATHSACK    (d. 1935)

DIES AT MAYO CLINIC TODAY 
Mrs. William Rathsack To Be Buried Here 
Mrs. William Rathsack, 64, died early today at the Mayo clinic, Rochester, Minn., 
where she has been a patient for the past two weeks. She showed improvement for 
a number of days until pneumonia developed early Monday.
Body Here Tomorrow 
The body is to be brought to Manitowoc tomorrow. Definite funeral arrangements 
have not been made. 
The deceased, whose maiden name as Louise Neils, was born in Algoma and came to 
this city when a girl. She was married her 42 years ago to William Rathsack, south 
side hardware merchant. They made their home at 814 Madison street. 
Mrs. Rathsack was active in church and club circles in Manitowoc. She was a member 
of the Ladies’ Aid society and the Prisca society of the First Lutheran church. She 
was also a member of the Elks and Eagles auxiliaries as well as a number of other 
club groups.
Widower Survives 
Survivors are the widower; three daughters, Mrs. Edgar Anderson, Grand Rapids, Mich., 
Mrs. C. R. Marquardt, Milwaukee, and Mrs. Edward Meyer, city; two brothers, Albert, 
Engelvale, N.D., and Louis, Cedarburg, Wis., and four grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 5, 1935  P. 5
********
[bur. 11-08-1935/d. at Rochester MN/age 64 yrs./cause: cholecystitis with stones/
wife of William C. Rathsack]


MARIA RATHSACK    (d. 1894)

Death on Tues. of Mrs. Carl Rathsack, Sr. in the residence of her 
son-in-law Mr. H.C. Westphal. The deceased was born 19 July 1825 
in Priebenow, by Stavenhagen . She is survived by her husband and 
one daughter. The funeral will take place tomorrow at 2 p.m. at 
the residence of H.C. Westphal.
Der Nord Westen, 08 Mar. 1894 
********
[Mrs. Mary Rathsack/cause: hepatic calculus]


MARIE RATHSACK    (d. 1964)

Mrs. Arthur Rathsack, 55, of 1709 Madison St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient 
four weeks. Funeral services will be at 8:30 am on Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home and at 9 am at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. 
John S. Landowski will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Marie Tadych was born Jan. 21, 1901 at Manitowoc, daughter of the 
late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Tadych Sr. She was married to Arthur Rathsack June 16, 
1945 at St. Mary Church. Survivors are her husband, a brother, Joseph Tadych Jr., 
and a nephew, Archie Tadych of Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home 
after 3 pm Friday where the rosary will be recited at 7:30 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, July 16, 1964 page 8


MINNIE T. RATHSACK

Mrs. Charles Rathsack, 82, of 1035 A. S. 11th St., Manitowoc, president of the 
W. Rathsack and Sons Co. Hardware Store, Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesdy at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 
10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Msgr. Alfred 
Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Rathsack was born Minnie Dietrich on Nov. 21, 1884, in the Town of Cato, 
daughter of the late Joseph and Louise Hoyer Dietrich. She was married to 
Charles Rathsack in June of 1918 in Waukegan, Ill. 
Mrs. Rathsack was a member of the Manitowoc-Two Rivers Altrusa Club and the St. 
Ann Christian Mothers Altar Society of St. Boniface Church.
Surviving are four brothers, John and William, of St. Nazianz, Edward, of 
Rosencrans and Arthur F. Dietrich, of Rt. 2, Reedsville, and nieces and nephews. 
She was preceded in death by her husband, who died Nov. 1, 1945, a daughter, 
Miss Anna Louise, and two sisters. 
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, where the Rosary will 
be recited at 8 p.m. by members of the St. Ann Christian Mothers Altar Society 
and friends.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 30, 1967  P. 7 
*******
[d. 01-29-1967/age 82 yrs./widow of Charles L. Rathsack]
(21 Nov 1884/Jan 1967/SSDI)


ROBERT L. RATHSACK

Robert L. Rathsack, 57, of Pleasant Street, Manitowoc, died Thursday at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Edmund Olson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Rathsack was born July 21, 1911, at Manitowoc, son of the late Walter L. 
Rathsack and Mrs. Laura M. Hansen Rathsack. On Oct. 29, 1930, he married Esther 
Ida Koeller at Woodstock, Ill., and the couple established residence at Manitowoc. 
He worked 38 years for Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., retiring a year ago, was a 
member of the Boilermakers Local 443 and had been active in the Fraternal Orders
of Eagles Aerie No. 706, the Manitowoc County Sheriff and Deputies Assn. and the 
church Brotherhood until he became ill.
He is survived by his wife; a son, Robert W., of Branch; two daughters, Mrs. Lou 
(Marian) Stevens of Milwaukee and Mrs. Leo (Nancy) Naidl, of Kellnersville; mother, 
Mrs. Walter Rathsack, of Manitowoc; two brothers, Joseph C. and Sterling L. of 
Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Raymond Peterson, of San Mateo, Calif., and Mrs. John 
Bebow, of Manitowoc; and 16 grandchildren. A brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Friday 
until Saturday noon and at the church until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 23, 1969  P. 20 
********
[d. 01-23-1969/age 57 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Lars Hanson lot]
(b. 2 July 1911/d. Jan. 1969/SSDI)


WALTER RATHSACK

Walter's body was never recovered and
the only memorials to him are the small cenotaph on his parents'
tombstone and an even smaller one on the Tablets of the Missing at the
East Coast Memorial in Battery Park, New York City. His parents tried
for years to learn the circumstances of his death but, so far as I
know, went to their graves knowing no more than I did.

We have learned that Walter C. Rathsack and his shipmates died as the
result of an unsuccessful experiment in anti-submarine warfare
promoted by President  Roosevelt: the deployment of Q-Ships in the
Atlantic. The story is told -- and Walter C. Rathsack named -- in
Kenneth M. Beyer's book _Q-Ships Versus U-Boats: America's Secret
Project_, Naval Institute Press, Annapolis, MD, 1999.

Q-Ships were converted merchant ships, heavily armed but disguised to
appear harmless. Their mission was to entice German U-boats into
attacking them on the surface (thus conserving their torpedoes for
bigger prey), then destroy them with depth charges and gunfire. The
experiment was born in desperation, undertaken in haste and soon
abandoned. Only three or four Q-Ships were commissioned by the U.S.
Navy. The first were the USS Asterion (ex-SS Evelyn) and the USS Atik
(ex-SS Carolyn), former bulk sugar carriers of about 3200 tons
displacement. They were converted to Q-Ships in Portsmouth, Maine, and
commissioned on 5 March 1942. All officers and crew were volunteers.
Chief Radioman Walter C. Rathsack was assigned to USS Atik.

After a short period of training (only 36 hours according to author
Beyer!), Atik and Asterion put to sea on their maiden voyages. On 26
March 1942 Atik was torpedoed by U-123 about 300 miles off the coast
of Virginia. The ship sent two distress signals, reporting itself on
fire though not seriously, and fired on the submarine, inflicting some
damage and one casualty.  U-123 then submerged and waited until
nightfall to administer the coup de grace with another torpedo. Atik
disappeared without a trace, leaving no survivors among its crew of
139 officers and men. The whole affair was shrouded in secrecy until
May 1944 when the Navy announced only the presumption of death of the
Atik's crew. The identity and actions of U-123 were not revealed until
postwar examination of German records.

So there at last is a date of death for Walter C. Rathsack: 26 March
1942. I find it a cruel irony that  Walter's father was a foreman at
the Manitowoc shipyard that built submarines for the U.S. Navy.
(information from researcher/see contributors page)


WALTER L. RATHSACK    (d. 1968)

Walter Rathsack, 83, of 631 N. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. George Knudson will officiate and burial will 
be at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Rathsack was born Sept. 20, 1884, in Manitowoc, son of the late Charles 
and Lizetta Lenz Rathsack. He married Lora Hansen July 30, 1908, in Manitowoc. 
He was employed for 48 years by the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. He was a 
foreman and worked for seven years for the old Company H. and was a member of 
the Masonic Lodge F. and A.M.
Survivors include his wife, three sons, Robert L., Joseph, and Sterling, of 
Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. Raymond (Lucille) Peterson of San Mateo, Calif., 
and Mrs. John (Betty) Bebow, of Manitowoc; a brother, Charles, of Butternut; 
two sisters, Mrs. Rose Johnson, of Milwaukee, and Mrs. Setta Nichlous, of 
Manitowoc; 16 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren. A son, Walter, was 
killed in action during World War II. A brother and two sisters also preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home this Monday evening where at 7:30 o'clock 
the Masonic Lodge will conduct services and Tuesday until the time of services. 
Memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 10, 1968 P.11
*******
[d. 06-08-1968/age 85 yrs.](20 Sep 1884/Jun 1968/SSDI)


WILLIAM RATHSACK  (d. 1921)

WM. RATHSACK SR. CITY PIONEER IS DEAD AT AGE 73
Founder of Hardware Concern; Lived Here 57 Years
Death closed the book of life for another early day resident and pioneer 
business man of the city when it claimed William Rathsack, Sr., at his home 
123? South Ninth street last evening after an illness that had confined him 
to his bed for ten days. 
Mr. Rathsack had been in failing health for several years, suffering from a 
complication of diseases but up to ten days ago he was able to be up and about. 
Death came peacefully at the residence which had been the home of Mr. Rathsack 
since his boyhood day.
RESIDED HERE 57 YEARS
Mr. Rathsack had been a resident of Manitowoc for 57 years and for ???? years 
had been identified with business interest of the city having founded the 
present business of the William Rathsack Sons Company of which he was for years 
at the head and at the time of his death honorary president. Mr. Rathsack formed 
the business on Jay street in 1893 but of late ??? had not been active in the 
management, his sons having taken over the store. He was an energetic businessman, 
upright in his dealings and his business which he established had grown to large 
proportions and he took people in the ?????  ?????
CAME HERE BOY OF 6
Born in Germany on December 10, 1848, Mr. Rathsack was ???? ??? ??????. He came 
to Manitowoc with his parents when a boy of ??? and had made his home here ever 
since. He attended the local schools until 1? years of age and then engaged as 
a ?????, a hazardous undertaking for being so young in that day, ??? he 
continued the work for two years and then became an apprentice in the tinshop 
of August Berner and made rapid advancemetn working himself to ????man. After 
he became superintendent of the Ernst Wagner shops and of the Rand & Roemer 
company and then in 1893 established his own business opening a store on Jay 
street. He gave his personal supervistion to the business up to twelve or 
fifteen years ago when he retired from active management and was succeeded ??? 
the William Rathsack Sons Co. A handsome large store building is a monument to 
Mr. Rathsack's energy and industry in the business. The death of his wife 
fifteen years ago was a servere blow to Mr. Rathsack.
LEAVES SIX CHILDREN
Mr. Rathsack is survived by six children, all residents of the city, being 
William, Jr., Mrs. Anna Bem, Louis, Mrs. Adolph Kadow, Mrs. ?. T. Ziglinski 
and Charles Rathsack. Fourteen grandchildren also survive as does a twin 
brother Charles Rathsack of Butternut, Wis., a former resident here where he 
was a pioneer employee of the N.W. company.
Funeral services for Mr. Rathsack will be held at the home on South Ninth street 
Saturday afternoon at 2 under auspices of the local lodge of Odd Fellows. Rev. 
Schuppe will conduct the services.
Friends please omit flowers.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. June 23, 1921 P. 1
*********
[William Rathsack/bur 06-25-1921/cause: uremia]


WILLIAM RATHSACK  (d. 1960)

William A. Rathsack, 57, of 1415A S. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Friday evening 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after an illness of a month.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and at 9 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Allan Walt 
celebrant of the solemn requiem high Mass. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Rathsack was born March 17, 1903, at Manitowoc, son of the late Louis and 
Clara Hoyer Rathsack. He was educated at Manitowoc schools and in 1919 did sheet 
metal work for Rathsack Hardware Co. of Manitowoc where he was employed until 
1943. He married Beatrice LaFave July 9, 1923, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc.
In 1943 he moved to San Francisco where he was employed at the San Francisco 
Naval Shipyards, returning to Manitowoc in 1957. He worked at Rathsack Hardware 
store until 1958 when he took a job as tender of the 10th Street bridge.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, a daughter, two brothers, Edward and 
Clarence of Manitowoc, and a sister, Mrs. Robert McCoy of Cottonwood, Ariz., 
and two grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Monday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 31, 1960 P. 14


WILLIAM C. RATHSACK    (d. 1944)

Hardware Firm’s Head, William Rathsack, Dies 
William C. Rathsack, 74, of 714 Madison street, president of the William 
Rathsack & Sons Co., Inc., Jay street wholesale and retail hardware firm 
founded by his father, died Wednesday afternoon at the Holy Family hospital.
He had been active in the business until a few weeks ago, when illness forced 
him to remain at home.
A lifelong resident of Manitowoc, Mr. Rathsack started a long business career 
as a clerk in a store here when only 14 years of age. He was active in athletics, 
being a player on early-day Manitowoc ball teams and for years was one of the 
city’s leading bowlers. He participated in this indoor sport until a few weeks 
ago.
Funeral Saturday 
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the First Lutheran church, 
the Rev. Ernest Zoerb officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Born in this city in 1869, the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Rathsack, Sr., he 
attended the city schools and at the age of 14 took employment as a clerk in the 
Ernst Wagner department store on South Eighth street. A few years later he went 
to Milwaukee and learned the hardware business in the Pritzlaff and Frankforth 
establishments there.
He returned to Manitowoc 52 years ago, to join his father in the hardware business, 
which the latter founded in 1893. He was interested in baseball and for a number of 
years played left field on the crack Manitowoc team that swept victoriously through 
a schedule of games with semi-pro teams in Wisconsin in the early nineties. 
Following the death of the elder Mr. Rathsack, William and his brothers took over 
the expanding business and for many years he has headed the firm. In 1893 he married 
Miss Louise Neils. She died seven years ago.
Oldest Active Bowler 
For many years, Mr. Rathsack enjoyed the distinction of being the oldest active 
bowler in the city. In 1936 he was honored by receiving the first honorary life 
membership ever awarded by the Manitowoc Bowling Association. The award was in 
recognition of his interest in the game and his efforts to promote the sport.
He served as president of numerous bowling groups in years past, including the Elks 
bowling league and the Goodfellowship league.
Mr. Rathsack’s affiliations included membership in the Manitowoc lodge of Elks, the 
Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Manitowoc council, United Commercial Travelers.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Edgar Anderson of Grand Rapids, Mich., Mrs. 
Curt R. Marquardt and Mrs. Edward Meyer of this city; a brother, Charles, of this 
city; and sister, Mrs. N. T. Ziglinski of this city.
The body may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary after seven o’clock this evening and 
will be moved to the church Saturday at 10 a.m. to lie in state until the hour of 
the services in the afternoon.
The Elks will conduct brief services at the grave in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 16, 1944  P. 2
*******
[d. 03-15-1944/age 74 yrs./cause: coronary embolism]


EDWARD E. RATKE

RIVER CLAIMS ANOTHER BOY
Last Monday, Edward, the eight year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph 
Ratke, 414 North Tenth Street, disappeared. About 3 pm he left home 
with another lad named Nic Orth of about the same age. The two were 
seen playing near the river at Tenth Street. When the Ratke boy did 
not come home Monday evening, his companion was interviewed but could 
furnish no clue. He pointed to the river ominously but would not say 
that he saw the other boy fall in. All Tuesday morning, the river 
below the bridge was dragged and at 2:30 in the afternoon, they brought 
up the body of the little boy. So far as known, no one saw him fall 
into the water.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 3, 1919
**********
[cause: accidental drowning]


ANNA M. RAUBER

Mrs. Anna Rauber, 86, formerly of 2015 S. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died Thursday 
at Manitowoc Health Care Center. 
Private family funeral services were held at 10:30 o’clock this Saturday morning 
at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. James Massart officiated with burial 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Rauber, nee Anna Arndt, was born Aug. 19, 1887, at Manitowoc, daughter of the 
late John and Michelena Brandt Arndt. She was married to Oscar Rauber Nov. 16, 1910, 
at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death April 9, 1952. Mrs. Rauber was a Manitowoc 
resident all her life.
Survivors include nieces and nephews. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 30, 1974  P. 12
********
[widow of Oscar Rauber]


JOHANNES RAUBER

John Rauber of Newton was brought his (sic) before Judge Baensch last week to 
have sanity examined into. It was found that his idiocy was connate and he was 
sent to the county asylum. He was proving something of a nuisance on account of 
a habit he had of walking on "all fours" and barking like a dog thus frightening 
horses and causing many runaways.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, September 20, 1888 P. 3
********
[John Rauber/cause: born insane]


LUCY RAUBER

City and County:
Miss Rauber of this city died of heart disease on Monday, aged 19.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, March 4, 1897  pf. 3
********
[age 19 yrs./cause: acute rheumatism]
********
1897 Feb 28/RAUBER Lucy/v.5 p.56
"Manitowoc County Pre-1907 Death Index"
********
Lucy Rauber
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials
Name	Lucy Rauber
Gender	Female
Burial Place	Manitowoc, Wis.
Death Date	28 Feb 1897
Death Place	Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Age	19
Birth Date	11 Feb 1878
Birthplace	Manitowoc, Wis.
Occupation	Housework
Race	White
Father's Name	Edward A. Rauber
"Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968"
citing Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin


OSCAR A. RAUBER

Oscar Rauber, 69, of 2015 S. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning at 
the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 .m. Friday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. John Walker will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
He was born in Nordheim, this county, in 1882 and in 1902 moved to Manitowoc. 
He was employed in the freight house of the North Western railroad, retiring 
12 years ago.
In 1910 he married Miss Ann Arndt. She is his only survivor.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 9, 1952  P. 18 
*******
[d. 04-09-1952/age 68 yrs.]


ROSALIA RAUBER

From Der Nord Westen, 06 Sept. 1894: 
Death of Mrs. Rosalie Rauber on Sun. afternoon in the residence of 
her son-in-law, August Schmidt, on South Main St. The deceased, who 
reached age of 79 yrs. died of dropsy and old age. Her funeral took 
place Tues. afternoon in the city cemetery.
*******
[age 79 yrs./cause: old age]


TRAVIS W. RAUEN

Travis W. Rauen, age 26, a Manitowoc resident, entered into eternal rest Friday, 
July 2, 2004, as the result of an automobile accident in Manitowoc. 
Memorial services will be held at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation 
Center, Wednesday, July 7, 2004, at 7:30 p.m. The Rev. Steven Olson will officiate. 
Burial of his cremains will be in Evergreen Cemetery. 
Travis was born Feb. 10, 1978, in Manitowoc, to Roger Rauen and Julie Free Rauen. 
He graduated from Valders High School in 1996. Currently he was employed as the 
assistant manager at Petco, Inc. Green Bay. 
Survivors include his mother, Julie Rauen and her companion, Mike Donahue, both of 
Manitowoc; his father, Roger (Janice) Rauen, Manitowoc; his stepsister, Renee Mott 
and his half-sister, Paige Rauen; his maternal grandparents, Elaine and Erhardt 
Free, Manitowoc; his paternal grandmother, Clara Rauen, Manitowoc; also aunts, 
uncles, other relatives and many close friends. He is preceded in death by his 
paternal grandfather, Thomas Rauen. 
Relatives and friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation 
Care Center, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, Wednesday at 4 p.m. until the time of 
services at 7:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, July 2004


BABY RAUENS    (d. 1952)

Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Pfeffer Funeral Home for 
the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Francis T. Rauens of Johhnson St., Manitowoc, 
who was born and died Monday at Holy Family Hospital.
Survivors are the parents; four brothers, Thomas, Ronald, Donald and Francis 
Jr.; sister, Marlene; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Opichka.
Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 16, 1952  P. 2
*******
[stillborn/father Francis Rauens]


FRANCIS T. RAUENS

Francis T. Rauens, 53, of 1317 Johnston Dr., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Tuesday evening at his home after a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Friday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Claude 
LeCLair will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Rauens was born Oct. 4, 1915, at Kaukauna, son of the late Thomas and 
Marie Rauens. He married Marcella C. Opichka Feb. 27, 1946, in Illinois and 
they moved to Manitowoc after their marriage. He was employed by Lakeside 
Packing Co. of Manitowoc.
He is survived by his wife; five sons, Kenneth of Chicago, Thomas, Donald, 
Ronald and Francis, Jr., of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Wayne Klein, of Two 
Rivers; two brothers, Thomas of Manitowoc and Lloyd of Appleton; six sisters, 
Mrs. Carl Braun, Mrs. Daniel Disterhof and Mrs. Floyd Guyette, all of Kaukauna, 
Mrs. R. C. Bodine of California, Mrs. Arthur Enger and Mrs. Edward Copp of 
Ohio and one grandson.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home where at 8 p.m. the 
Rosary will be recited.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 16, 1968  P. 2
*******
[husband of Marcella C. Rauens/bur. on Marcella C. Rauens lot]


MARCELLA CECILIA RAUENS

Marcella C. Rauens, age 76, of 1630 Iris Drive, Manitowoc, died Sunday, June 2, 
1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, June 5, 1996, at 10:30 a.m. at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, and 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Donald Marquardt with 
burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born June 18, 1919, in Clover, Wis., daughter of the late Joseph and 
Emma Rous Opichka. On February 27, 1946, she married Francis T. Rauens St. in 
Illinois. He preceded her in death October 15, 1968.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Marlene and Donald Peacock, Ruskin, 
Fla.; four sons and three daughters-in-law, Thomas John Rauens, Manitowoc, Ronald 
and Darlene Rauens, Two Rivers, Donald and Kim Rauens, Manitowoc, Francis and 
Janice Rauens Jr., Two Rivers; 18 grandchildren, Kevin, Kendra, Kelley, Ronald Jr., 
Dawn, Paul, David, Billy, Christopher, Ambrosia, Daniel, Rachel, Krysta, Derek, 
Curt, Raquel, Tammy, and Tracy; 2 great-grandchildren, Vaness and Tessa; four 
sisters and brothers-in-law, Evelyn and Darwin Post, Sheboygan, Lillian Bushmann, 
Two Rivers, Clara and Thomas Rauen, Manitowoc, Elsie and Elder Zimmerman, Manitowoc; 
a brother, Raymond Opichka, Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by a sister and brother-in-
law, Agnes and George Neuser, and three brothers and a sister-in-law, Emil and 
Nona Opichka, Louis Opichka, Darvin Opichka.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. this Tuesday (TONIGHT) 
where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. by Rev. Donald Marquardt.
Herald Times Reporter, June 4, 1996 P. A2
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[widow of Francis Rauens]


RONALD FRANCIS RAUENS SR.

Ronald F. Rauens St., age 51, of 1312 Madison St., Two Rivers, died Friday 
morning, August 14, 1998, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 18, 1998, at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. 
Michael Dodds with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born November 2, 1946, in Manitowoc, son of the late Francis T. and 
Marcella Opichka Rauens Sr. Ronald attended Manitowoc Lincoln High School and 
served with the United States Navy at Great Lakes Naval Station. He married 
the former Darlene Locke on June 2, 1990, in Manitowoc. He was currently 
employed at Clem Becker Meats, Inc., of Two Rivers.
Survivors include his wife, Darlene, Two Rivers; his children, Christopher 
Rauens, at home, Ron and Dawn Rauens Jr., Sheboygan, Dawn and George Bahena, 
Pueblo, Mexico, Paul and Julie Rauens, David Rauens and Bill Rauens, all of 
Manitowoc; three grandchildren, Tessa, Vanesa and Elisha; three brothers and 
two sisters-in-law, Thomas Rauens, Manitowoc, Francis and Janice Rauens Jr., 
Two Rivers; his twin brother, Donald and Kim Rauens, Manitowoc; a half-brother, 
Kenneth Rauens, Chicago; one sister and brother-in-law, Mariene and Donald 
Peacock, Ruskin, Fla. Also surviving is a special friend Virginia Vohlwinkel, 
Two Rivers; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was 
preceded in death by an infant brother, and one grandchild, Salvadore Bahena.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5-8 p.m. Monday 
and Tuesday morning until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, August 16, 1998 P. 2


NORA RAULAND

Funeral services for Mrs. Roman Rauland, 73, a former Glenbeulah resident, 
will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Phipps Memorial Chapel of the First
Presbyterian Church at Manitowoc.
The Rev. Gervase Zanottie will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home, 1122 S. 8th St., Manitowoc, until
10:30 a.m. Friday and at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of services.
Mrs. Rauland, who died suddenly Wednesday morning, had been residing with her
son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Reuther, Manitowoc.
The former Lenora Dennerlein was born March 23, 1889, at Glenbeulah, a daughter
of Leonard and Mathilda Kaestner Dennerlein. She attended school at Glenbeulah
and was married to Mr. Rauland Oct. 19, 1910.
Mrs. Rauland, a licensed cheesemaker, and her husband operated cheese factories
at Plymouth and Sheboygan Falls for a number of years. They later had a factory
at Seymour and moved to Manitowoc when he retired in 1950. He died in 1961.
She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Manitowoc, the Order of
the Eastern Star and the White Shrine of Green Bay.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Henry Reuther, Manitowoc; three grandchildren
and three great grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Arno Hahn, Plymouth, and two
brothers, Arthur Dennerlein of Plymouth and Arno Dennerlein of West Chicago.
A memorial has been established for the Shrine Hospital for Crippled Children.
The Sheboygan Press, Thursday, March 7, 1963 
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[Lenora/d. 03-06-1963/age 73 yrs./widow of Roman E. Rauland]


ROMAN E. RAULAND

Roman E. Rauland, 71, of 1119 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died early Saturday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he had been a patient five 
weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Phipps Memorial Chapel of First 
Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Gervase Zanotti officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Rauland was born July 16, 1889, at Sheboygan, son of the late Edmund and 
Amelia Hein Rauland. He attended Sheboygan schools and as a young man, became 
interested in the cheese manufacturing industry. At the time of his retirement 
in 1940, he had factories in Sheboygan and Outagamie counties.
He married Lenora Dennerlein Oct. 19, 1910, at Glenbeulah, Sheboygan County, 
and they lived at Sheboygan until 1940, when they moved to Manitowoc. They 
celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in October, 1960.
Mr. Rauland was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc, and also a 
member of the St. John Masonic Blue Lodge No. 24, F & AM, of Sheboygan Falls.
He was a member of the Manitowoc Masonic Lodge, Chapter No. 16, Manitowoc 
Council No. 18, R & SM, Manitowoc Commandery No. 45 of the Knights Templar and 
Manitowoc Chapter No. 196 of the Order of the Eastern Star. 
He was a 2nd degree Mason in the Scottish Rite and a member of the Tripoli Temple 
shrine of Milwaukee. He also held membership in the Two Rivers-Manitowoc Shrine 
Club and in the White Shrine Order of Jerusalem of Green Bay.
A brother preceded him in death.
Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Mrs. Henry Reuther, of Manitowoc, a sister, 
Mrs. Walter Liebentrau, of Plymouth, Sheboygan County; three grandchildren and 
three great grandchildren.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 10:30 
a.m. Monday when the casket will be moved to the church, where the body may be 
viewed from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Manitowoc Masonic Lodge will conduct 
memorial services at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 10, 1961  P. 9 
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[d. 06-10-1961/age 71 yrs.]


LYDIA RAUS

From Der Nord Westen, 26 June 1902:
Death Sun. of 85-yr. old Judith Raus of old age debility 
at the home of her daughter Mrs. John Mahler here. The 
deceased has been a resident of our city since 1879. Her 
funeral was conducted yesterday afternoon.
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[Julita RAUSS/bur. 06-22-1902/age 85 yrs./cause: old age]


CAROLINE RAUSCH

From Der Nord Westen, 08 Nov. 1888: 
Death of Mrs. Ransch(sic), wife of our beloved fellow citizen Mr. Fr. Ransch(sic), 
on Saturday of a heart illness. The deceased was 63 yrs. old at the time of her 
death. She was born in Halberstadt in the Prussian Province of Sachsen and 
came to America in 1854, to Manitowoc in 1858. She leaves her husband and 
7 children, most of whom are married. The funeral took place Mon. with 
countless people in attendance.
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[cause: lung disease]


PATRICK RAY

'PAT' RAY DIES AT HOSPITAL EARLY TODAY
Death Follows Illness of Week, Was Well Known Character
Patrick Ray, perhaps seventy-eight years old and a well known character about 
the city where he has made his home for a half century, died at the Holy Family 
hospital at 5 o'clock this morning following an illness of one week. Ray was 
removed to the hospital about a week ago from the Hall warehouse where he was 
employed as a watchman. He was apparently suffering from an attack of rheumatism 
but grew steadily worse until his demise this morning.
Nothing could be learned of Mr. Ray's family. It is known that he has sons and 
daughters but their whereabouts are unknown to the man's acquaintances here. His 
wife died many years ago and he has for many years made his home at boarding 
houses here. He was employed in various positions by the city and by individuals 
and for a number of years served as a teamster for James Pech when he conducted 
a livery barn. The body was taken to the Urbanek and Wattawa chapel where it will 
remain pending word from the man's relatives.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, April 8, 1924 P. 5
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[cause: broncho pneumonia]


CHARLES RAYFIELD

PIONEER IS TAKEN WITH NO WARNING
Heart Attack Fatal to Charles Rayfield in a Few Minutes
No warning came to Charles Rayfield, pioneer resident of the city, 
when death claimed him this morning at his home, 1701 Washington 
street, a heart attack suffered while he was apparently in his usual 
health, resulting in death within a few minutes after he suffered the 
stroke. He was about the house and suddently collapsed and within 
fifteen mintues the end had come. His demise is a great shock to family 
and friends, emphasized by tthe suddenness of his taking away.
Mr. Rayfield, despite his 83 years, was in good physical condition and 
except for after effects of the flu from which he suffered last summer 
was apparently well. He had not complained and this morning had made 
plans for the day which he was setting to carry out when he was 
stricken.
Resident Here 68 Years.
Mr. Rayfield was one of the oldest residents of Manitowoc county, having 
been born in Germany January 12, 1843(sic). He came to Wisconsin at the 
age of 16, locating here and for 68 years had made his home in this 
section. For many years he was engaged in farming near the city and retired 
in 1913 to make his home in town. He was married 62 years ago to Charlotte 
Wilharms, who preceded him in death 11 years ago. The eleven children 
born to the couple survive, being Mrs. Anna Eller, Milwaukee, Marie, Mrs. 
Henry Esch, this city; Mrs. William Vandegrift, Greenville, Mich.; John, 
Charles, George, Hugo and Fred, of Chicago, William at Detroit and Hebert, 
who with his sister, Marie, made their home with their father here. 
Fourteen grandchildren and one great grandchild also survive.
Funeral on Saturday
Funeral services for Mr. Rayfield will be held Saturday afternoon from the 
Lutheran church, the Rev. Karl Machmiller officiating at the services.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, November 10, 1926 P.2


CHARLOTTE RAYFIELD

DEATH TAKES MRS. REHFELDT (sic), AGED RESIDENT
Had Been in Failing Health Since Fall
Death claimed Mrs. Charles Rehfeldt, an old resident of this county 
at her home at Seventeeth and Washington streets, Sunday afternoon. 
Mr. (sic) had been in failing health since last fall.
Mrs. Rehfeldt was born ?? ?????? and had resided here ???? her early 
youth. With her husband, she made her home in Newton ??? ???? period 
?? nearly, the family removing to the city ???? years ago. She ???nt 
was 71 years of age.
Besides her husband, Mrs. Rehfeldt is survived by eleven children, 
seven sons and four daughters, they being John, Charles, Wiliam, George, 
Hugo, Fred and Herbert and Mrs. ???a E?le?, Mrs. Henry Es?l?, Miss Marie 
Rehfeldt and Mrs. William Vandergrift.
Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon from the German Lutheran 
church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, January 24, 1916 P.1
(Note: very hard to read)
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Mrs. Charlotte Rayfield died at her home on Washington Street Sunday afternoon, 
aged 71 years. She was born in Germany and came to this country with her parents 
when a child. She was married in 1867 and lived with her husband on a farm in 
Newton, up to two years ago when they removed to this city. She is survived by 
her husband and eleven children. The children are John, Charles, George, William 
and Fred of Chicago; Hugo of Springfield and Herbert of this city; Mrs. Anna Eller 
of Chicago, Mrs. William Vandergrift of Indianapolis, Mrs. Henry Esch and Miss 
Marie Rayfield of this city. The funeral was held this afternoon from the German 
Lutheran Church, Rev. Machmueller officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Jan. 27, 1916
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[bur. 01-27-1916/cause: preucious anemia/bur. on Carl Rayfield lot]


GENEVIEVE RAYFIELD

Mr. and Mrs. George Rayfeldt of Chicago are here accompanying the body of their 
infant daughter, Genevieve for burial. The child was three years old and will be 
buried from the home of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Gruenke, Columbus Street, Sunday 
afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mar. 15, 1913 page 3
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[bur. 03-16-1913/age 2 yrs/cause: pneumonia/bur. on Herman Gruenke lot]


HERBERT RAYFIELD

Herbert Rayfield, 81, died Thursday at Park Lawn Nursing Home, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday at the First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. the Rev. N.W. Kock will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Rayfield was born Aug. 6, 1887, in Manitowoc County, son of 
the late Charles and Charlotte Wilharms Rayfield and attended 
schools in Manitowoc County. He was a mason and Gardener by trade 
and was a member of the First German Lutheran church Men's Club.
Nieces and nephews survive. Four sisters and six brothers preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday and until noon Monday 
at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and then until the time of services 
at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, October 4, 1968 P.10
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[d. 10-03-1968/age 81 yrs.]


MARIE RAYFIELD

Miss Marie Rayfield Dies This Afternoon
Miss Marie Rayfield, 65, died this afternoon at the home, 1701 
Washington street. She had been in ill health for some weeks. 
Details and funeral arrangements will be given Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, November 20, 1934 P.9 
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MISS BAYFIELD (sic) DIES AT HOME
Funeral Will Be Held Friday In The Afternoon
Miss Marie Rayfield, 63, for ten years buyer for the ready-to-wear 
department of the Henry Esch Sons co., died Tuesday night at her home 
1701 Washington street. She had been in failing health for more than 
a year.
The body will lie in state at the Vogelsang Funeral Home until the 
hour of the funeral. Services will be conducted at Vogelsang's Friday 
at 2 p.m. by the Rev. L.H. Koeninger of the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran church and burial will be in Evergreen.
Miss Rayfield was born in Newton Dec. 31, 1870, daughter of Mr. and 
Mrs. Charles Rayfield. She spent eight years in Milwaukee before taking 
a position with the Esch company here.
The survivors are seven brothers, John, Charles, Hugo, Fred and George 
of Chicago, William of Detroit and Herbert, with whom she made her home 
here; and three sisters, Mrs. Anna Eller, Milwaukee, Mrs. Henry Esch Sr., 
Manitowoc, and Mrs. William Vandergrift, Greenville, Mich.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, November 21, 1934 P.9
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[bur. 11-23-1934/age 63 yrs/cause: cancer of breast with metastoses/
bur. on Carl Rayfield lot]


BABY BOY RAYFORD    (d. 1948)

Funeral services were held Monday afternoon for the infant son of Mr. and Mr. 
Carl Rayford, 628A North Fifth street, born Sunday at Holy Family hospital. 
Burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
Survivors in addition to the parents are a brother and sister, Collins and 
Kathryn Ann.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 20, 1948  P. 18
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[stillborn] 


BABY BOY RAYFORD   (d. 1961)

The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Colin Rayford of 2110 Emerson St., 
Manitowoc, was born and died Monday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc.
Private funeral services were at 3:15 p.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Surviving are the parents, grandparents, Mrs. and Mrs. Carl Rayford 
and Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Reimer, and the great grandparents, Mrs. Anna 
Reimer and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Konopacki of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, October 3, 1961 P.11
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[d. 10-02-1961/age 2 minutes/father Colin Rayford/space #349]


ALV. RAYMOND

In Minneapolis, Minn. June 23, 1885, Al. C. Raymond.
The deceased had many warm friends in this city which had been his 
home previous to his recent departure to Minneapolis. He was a 
devoted son and brother and a social favorite. For a long time he 
served as express agent here, and his business qualities were 
excellent. The remains were brought here and were buried from St. 
James Episcopal Church, Friday.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, June 30, 1885 P.3
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IN MEMORIAM.
At a meeting of the Lake Shore council 505 Royal Arcanum held at 
at (sic) their hall in this city, June 24th, 1885 the following 
was unanimously adopted.
WHEREAS, the Ruler of the Universe has taken from us Brother A.C. 
Raymond an esteemed member of our council and being desirous of 
testifying our regard for him and manifesting an appreciation of 
the kind and generous qualities he possessed which endeared him 
to us and others, therefore be it
Resolved. That this Council recognize the fact that in the death 
of brother A.C. Raymond we have lost one of our most useful and 
generous members. That we deeply deplore his loss and will long 
cherish his memory that the heartfelt sympathy of this council 
is extended to the breaved family.
Resolved, further that a copy of these resolutions be spread upon 
the records of this council and that a copy of the same be 
furnished to the family and also to the Newspaper for publication.
At the same meeting it was further ordered that the council room 
be draped in mourning for a period of thirty days.
A. Landreth, Secy.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, June 30, 1885 P.3


BETTY RAYMOND

Betty M. Raymond, age 88, of 5005 Vista Road, Manitowoc, died early on Monday 
morning, July 23, 2007, at KindredHearts of Manitowoc. 
Betty was born on March 14, 1919, in Minneapolis, Minn., daughter of the late 
Allen and Hazel Krenz Troupe. On Sept. 11, 1939, Betty was married to Clarence E. 
"Johnny" Raymond at Dubuque, Iowa. The couple lived in Milwaukee, Sheldon, and 
Manitowoc, since 1986. The couple celebrated 65 plus years together. Johnny 
preceded her in death on Aug. 7, 2005. She was a member of Redeemer Lutheran 
Church, Lutheran Women Mission League, Senior Social Group at Redeemer Lutheran, 
Manitowoc Senior Center, and a past member and spiritual leader for Willing 
Workers' Group, at Tabor Reformed Lutheran Church of Milwaukee. Betty was grounded 
in her family and church, and taught Sunday School for many years. She enjoyed 
writing letters, walking, and delivering tapes from church services to shut-ins 
for over 10 years. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Betty was preceded in death by two brothers: James and Richard Troupe. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 27, 2007, at Redeemer 
Lutheran Church, 1712 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard Miller will 
officiate, with burial at Evergreen Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at 
the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is serving the Raymond 
Family. 
The family extends a special thanks to the staff of KindredHearts of Manitowoc, 
for making a loving home for Betty the past three years. 
Herald Times Reporter, July 25, 2007


CHARLES RAYMOND

Death in Minneapolis last week of Charles Raymond, a former 
resident of our county who many of our readers will remember 
as the owner of a sawmill in Neshoto. The body was brought 
here Friday for burial in the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 01 Nov. 1906
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Charles S. Raymond, brother of Hyland Raymond of this city and who was a former 
early resident of Racine, died at Minneapolis, Minn., on Oct. 23, aged 73 years. 
Deceased was born in New York State and with his parents came to Racine county 
on September 21, 1835, settling in the Town of Raymond. In the year 1848 he 
removed to Manitowoc where he engaged in the lumber business and continued for 
more than thirty years. From there he went to Minneapolis. The remains will be 
taken to Manitowoc for burial where his wife, son and daughter are interred.
The Journal Times, Racine, Wis., Oct. 24, 1906

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Charles Raymond, an early day resident of the city and for years associated with the operation of a saw mill plant at Neshoto, is dead at Minneapolis and the body will be brought here Friday for burial, the funeral being held direcct from the C & NW depot station at 9:50 am to Evergreen cemetery. News of the death of Mr. Raymond reached here in dispatches advising the remains would be brought to the city and asking that arrangements be made for the funeral. George Cooper, who was formerly associated with Mr. Raymond in business, has charge of the burual. For thirtyyears or more, Mr. Raymond made his home here, first at Neshoto and later in the city and he then moved to Racine and from there to Mineapolis where he has continued his residence for ten years or more. He is about 70 years of age and during his residence in the county was one of the leading businessmen and was prominently identified with many projects. Mr. Raymond is survived by two daughters, Mrs. C. Wenzel and Miss Maud, both of Minneapolis and they will accompany the remains here for burial. Mrs. Raymond died three or four years ago and is buried at Evergreen and a son, who died twelve years ago is also interred there.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Thurs., Oct. 25, 1906 
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The Raymond funeral party did not reach the city until 12:40, the remains being accompanied by Mrs. C. Wenzel and Miss Maud Raymond, daughters of the decedent. The funeral was held from C & NW depot to Evergreen Cemetery and a number of friends of the decedent were present to pay their last respects.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Fri., Oct. 26, 1906

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[cause: gallstones]
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Neshoto Mills:
A friend who has recently visited the Neshoto Mills, under the supervision of 
Mr. A. Raymond, resident partner in the firm of Pendleton & Co., furnishes us 
with some interesting facts and statistics relative to the business of this 
extensive establishment.
Mr. R., has resided at Neshoto about 8 years and is very generally respected as 
an unassuming but thoroughly practiced man, who  manages the  heavy transactions 
of the concern without noise or display and to the satisfaction of all with whom 
he does business. A store of goods is kept by the firm, comprising an excellent 
stock, which are sold at fair and reasonable prices, and their sale of goods, 
provisions, etc., amount to over twenty thousand dollars per year.
In the manufacture of lumber they employ three upright saws besides lath saws. 
They use both steam and water power. At these mills they have manufactured and 
shipped during the past year, 3,500,000 feet of lumber. The amount of capital 
employed is about $125,000. They have entered within eighteen months, 10,000 
acres of pine land on the river above, they are now building a powerful steam 
tug for their own use, of sufficient power to tow vessels or rafts. They are 
building a pier at Two Rivers which will cost about $10000. The logs they have 
on hand this spring will exceed $45,000 in value and our informant was shown a 
pile of lumber ready for shipment, containing 1,000,000 feet. Neshoto is only 
5 1/2 miles from Manitowoc by the trail but by what is called the town line road, 
it is 6 1/2. The same firm owns an extensive steam mill and pier at Kewaunee with 
a very large amount of pine land in that vicinity. All the lumber manufactured at 
their mills is carried to Racine so that their business transactions may be 
regarded as strictly belonging to the state.
Manitowoc Herald, March 3, 1855
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(1850 Town of Two Rivers census
A. Raymond, age 39 - agent; Phylura, age 36; Charles, age 18 - clerk
Clarinda, age 11; Neland, age 10; Zelea, age 6; Melissa, age 18
*********
(1860 Town of Two Rivers census
Charles Raymond, age 27 - lumberman; Marie, age 24; Alv, age 3
Capitola, age 5/12)


CLARENCE E. "JOHNNY" RAYMOND

Clarence E. “Johnny” Raymond, age 88, a Manitowoc resident, died suddenly Sunday, 
Aug. 7, 2005 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Clarence was born Aug. 25, 1916 at Little Black (Medford, Wis.), son of the late 
Henry and Lizzie (Scidmore) Raymond. He lived in Milwaukee and Sheldon, Wis., and 
most recently in Manitowoc. On Sept. 11, 1939, he married Betty M. Troupe at 
Dubuque, Iowa. They celebrated 65 plus years together. He was a member of Redeemer 
Lutheran Church, the Men’s Club and the Senior Social Group. Clarence loved his 
family and enjoyed fishing, woodworking, watching sports and delivering weekly 
tapes to shut-ins from the church.
Survivors include his wife: Betty, Manitowoc; their children: Robert (Carol) 
Raymond, Mequon; Jack (Carol) Raymond, Greenfield; John (Janice) Raymond, 
Brookfield; Mary (William) Lammela, Rochester, N.Y.; seven grandchildren: Jeff, 
Kim, Jim, Chris, Kerry, Ryan and Jason; several great-grandchildren; a brother-
in-law and three sisters-in-law: Jack and Joanne Troupe, Manitowoc; Alice Troupe, 
Holcombe, Wis.; and Lorrayne Raymond, Ladysmith; nieces, nephews, other relatives 
and friends.
In addition to his parents, Clarence is predeceased by five sisters: Vernice Paul, 
Florence Paul, Belle Sibbald, Emma Hinz and Betty Hessler; a brother: Roy Raymond; 
and other relatives. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12, 2005 at Redeemer Lutheran 
Church, 1712 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc. The Rev. Ben Squires will officiate with 
burial at Evergreen Cemetery.
Relatives and friends may greet the family at the church from 1 p.m. to the time 
of service at 2 p.m. 
In addition to other expressions of sympathy, memorials to Redeemer Lutheran Church 
or the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.
The staff of the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is serving the 
Raymond family.
The family extends a special thanks to the staff of Kindred Hearts, Manitowoc, for 
the love and care extended to Clarence and his family. Your thoughtfulness will 
always be remembered.
Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 10, 2005 p.A3


MARIA RAYMOND

Mrs. Charles Raymond died at her home in Minneapolis on Sunday last. Her remains 
were brought here for interment. The family lived near Neshota until a few years 
ago when they moved to Minneapolis.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, May 30, 1895  pg. 3
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Maria Raymond, wife of Charles Raymond and daughter of the late Elisha Raymond, 
died at her home, Minneapolis, Minn. Sunday morning, May 26, 1895. A husband, 
two daughters and three sisters, Mrs. Mary Daggett of this city, Mrs. Melissa 
Stebbens of LeMars, Ia., and Mrs. Mariam Hely of San Francisco, Calif., survive 
to mourn her death. The remains will be taken to Manitowoc for burial.
The Journal Times, Racine, Wis., May 27, 1895
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[age 59 yrs./cause: cancer of the uttri]


PHYLURA A. RAYMOND

DIED—On Monday, June 26, 1882, at Neshota, Phylura A. Raymond, aged 20 years 
11 months and twenty days.
Just before going to press the above news is given us, and never during our 
experience as editor have we taken up our pen with such saddened thoughts as 
we do now to inform our readers of the grievous sorrow that has befallen a most 
estimable family.
Miss Phylura, commonly called Lura, was so well and favorably known in this 
county, that no words of ours can add anything of value. While she moved in the 
social circles of our city, she was one of the brightest among the bright bevy 
of our young ladies, and her vivacious nature and universal kindness won her 
scores of friends. Three years ago, when consumption began its dire encroaches, 
her jolly nature was tinged with sadness and slowly her life ebbed away. Neither 
the sunshine of nature, nor the art of the physician, could stay the fateful 
slayer, and the beautiful flower faded and fell. She bore her suffering bravely, 
and the more acute it became, the more patient and gentle was she. If ever a soul 
deserves eternal happiness, it is that of Lura Raymond. With saddened hearts and 
tearful eyes her young friends stand at her grave, living evidences of heartfelt 
sympathy and sorrow.
The funeral of Miss Raymond will occur tomorrow afternoon and the services will 
take place at three o’clock at the Episcopal church.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, June 27, 1882  P. 1
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The funeral of Miss Raymond will occur to-morrow afternoon and the services will 
take place at three o'clock at the Episcopal church.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, June 27, 1882 P. 1
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Miss Lura Raymond died at her home in Neshoto on Monday last. She was 20 years 
old at the time of her death. She suffered from consumption for the last three 
years. Unlike most people who fall victims to that insidious disease, her whole 
period of sickness was one of great suffering. She bore it all with christian 
fortitude. Her funeral took place yesterday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, June 29, 1882
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Thanks.
The undersigned herewith extend their sincere and heartfelt thanks to the many friends 
who during the long and painful illness of our beloved Lura brightened her life by their 
generous friendship, and who lightened our sorrow at her death by their kind sympathy.
Chas. Raymond and Family.
Neshoto, Wis. June 30, 1882.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, July 4, 1882 P. 1
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(Phylura A. Raymond/d. 26 June 1882/age 20 yrs. 11 mo. 20 da./cause: consumption/
from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
[age 21 yrs.]