ADELA SCHMIDT    (d. 1916)

PARENTS ON WAY TO CELEBRATE DAUGHTERS BIRTHDAY ARE APPRISED OF HER SUDDEN DEATH
On their way to the train at 9 to celebrate the birthday anniversary of their 
daughter, Miss Adela Schmidt, Mr. and Mrs. August Schmidt were apprised of the 
death of the girl at Maple Crest and the day of pleasure was turned into one of 
intense sorrow instead.
Miss Adela was to be 22 years of age today and her parents here had planned to 
go to Whitelaw to assist in celebrating her natal day anniversary. She had been 
at Whitelaw three months where she was placed in Maple Crest Sanitorium but her 
condition was not thought to be serious. The news of the death of the girl came 
as a great shock.
Father, mother, two brothers and two sisters mourn her loss. The funeral will be 
held on Monday afternoon, Rev. Haase, officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., June 30, 1916 page 6
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[age 21 yrs/cause: pulmonary tuberculosis/bur. on August A Schmidt lot] 
(Adela Lydia Schmidt/b. June 30, 1874/d. July 3, 1916(sic)/dau. of Aug. Schmidt 
and Anna Pluckelmann/from burial records of St. John's United Church of Christ)


AGNES SCHMIDT    (d. 1918)

Mrs. Louis Schmidt, aged 31, died of influenza at the home, 1326 
South Ninth St. Her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Meyer, husband, 
three children, one a seven months old babe, three brothers and 
one sister survive. The funeral was held Monday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 14, 1918
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[bur. 11-11-1918/cause: pneumonia/bur. on Fred Schmidt lot]


(FRIEDRICH) ALBERT SCHMIDT    (d. 1899)

Albert Schmidt died at the home of his sister Mrs. A. Lange, in this city on 
Saturday evening. He was attacked by the grippe which soon developed into 
pneumonia. The disease progressed rapidly and ended in his heath as stated.
He was born in Germany and at the time of is death was in his 55th year. While 
George Koehler was in the mercantile business Mr. Schmidt was a valued clerk 
in his employment. He later purchased the saloon in the basement of the Savings 
Bank building which he conducted up to the time of his death.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 9, 1899 pg. 3
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We must report that Albert Schmidt, whose illness we had mentioned in previous
editions, died Sat. afternoon from his pneumonia. Friedrich Albert Schmidt
was born 31 July 1844 in Otterwisch, Thuringia, the son of Pastor Carl Ludwig
Schmidt and wife Adelheid. His father died when Albert was 13 years old.
After the boy had outgrown his home schooling he enrolled in the Thomas Institute 
in Leipzig and received a solid education. After leaving school he learned the 
trade of a cabinetmaker, a trade which he followed many years. In 1866 he came to 
America, stayed a while in Washington and then took work in Milwaukee. Later he 
spent a good deal of time in Michigan and in 1870 came to Manitowoc where he has 
remained ever since. He served as clerk in the business of J.A. Koehler about 
15 years until  Mr. Koehler gave up that business. Schmidt opened an inn called 
"Zum Rathskeller" which he operated until his death. In 1884 he made a trip to 
Germany to visit his  mother just once more. That mother died last year. He felt 
unwell for quite sometime, then Wed. was stricken with pneumonia, went to the 
hospital where he died. Mr. Schmidt was a trustworthy man in every sense of the 
word and it can be said that he went to his grave with a soul without fault. The 
"Freie Sängerbund", of which the deceased had been an active member, accompanied 
his body to the grave on Tues. afternoon. Mr. Schmidt left his sister Mrs. 
Alvin Lange and her family, a brother in Germany, as well as his many sorrowing 
friends. He was not married.
Der Nord Westen, 09 Feb. 1899
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SHADOW OF DEATH.
Many Homes Saddened By the Visitation of the Destroyer.
After a short illness Albert Schmidt died at the home of his 
sister, Mrs. A. Lange, corner of Franklin and Main streets 
Saturday. About a week ago he was taken suddenly ill at his 
retail liquor store on South Eighth street and was obliged 
to go home. He grew steadily worse and the illness developed 
into an attack of pneumonia. Everything that loving care and 
medical skill could suggest was done for the sufferer, but 
it was useless and he quietly passed from the scenes of earth 
at 5 o'clock Saturday afternoon.
Deceased was born in Germany, July 31, 1844, and came to 
Wisconsin in 1866, locating at Richfield. He remained there 
until 1868 and then removed to Milwaukee. For two years he 
was a resident of the Cream city and in 1870 decided to come 
to this city. He opened a retail liquor store and conducted 
the busines up to the time of his death. He had never married 
and the only relatives surviving him are a sister, Mrs. A. 
Lange, of this city and a brother, Joseph Schmidt, a resident 
of Porter, Germany.
He was a man highly respected for his integrity and honesty, 
generous to a fault, he numbered his friends by the score and 
will be sadly missed by many who where indebted to him for 
acts of kindness.
The funeral will be held from the residence of A. Lange, 
Tuesday at 2:30 p.m., and will be conducted by H. Falge.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, February 6, 1899 P.1
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BENEATH THE SOD. SCHMIDT.
Funeral services over the remains of the late Albert Schmidt 
were held from the home of his sister, Mrs. A. Lange, corner 
Main and Franklin streets, at 3 o'clock yesterday afternoon 
and were attended by a large number of sympathizing friends. 
H. Falge conducted the services and paid a glowing tribute 
to the memory of the dead.
Numerous beautiful floral tributes testified to the esteem in 
which the deceased was held. At the close of the sad rites the 
interment took place at Evergreen. The pall bearers were A. 
Karnofsky, G.A. Fehrs, Ed Schuette, Theo Schmidtman, George 
Lambries, V.R. Klingholz.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, February 8, 1899 P.1
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Frederick Albert Schmidt
birth: 31 July 1844 Germany
death: 4 February 1899 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1899 Manitowoc
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[cause: pneumonia]


ALBERT H. SCHMIDT    (d. 1953)

Heart Ailment Proves Fatal to Judge Albert H. Schmidt 
Ill Since Last Year, Former Jurist Died
Judge Albert H. Schmidt, 78, prominent jurist and civic leader, president of 
the Manitowoc County Bar Association, and former municipal judge, died Monday 
morning at the Holy Family Hospital.
Judge Schmidt had been ill since late in September, 1952. He collapsed in the 
lobby of the Hotel Manitowoc Sept. 25, just before he was to preside at a Ladies 
Night dinner program for the Attorneys. He was moved to the hospital suffering 
from a heart condition.
The judge recuperated and returned to his home, 701 Jay St., and even resumed 
his law practise and his duties as revisor of the municipal code book, a post 
to which he was named by the City Council. However, his heart condition became 
aggravated and he was again removed to the hospital.
Pioneered City Schools
Judge Schmidt, a member of the county bar for 55 years, was active in the 
Fraternal Order of Eagles, holding local, state and grand aerie offices in the 
order, was one of the pioneers in the adoption of the city system of schools in 
Manitowoc, and one of the founders of Citizenship Day in 1939.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home. Dr. C. H. Phipps of the First Presbyterian Church will officiate and 
interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after Wednesday noon.
Judge Schmidt was born in this city in 1875, a son of the late Henry and Julia 
Schmidt. He was graduated from the old South Side High school and enrolled at 
the University of Wisconsin. He took the four year civic historical course and 
the three year law course and was graduated in 1898.
Joined Law Firm 
In his senior year he won the senior oratorical content later representing the 
state university in the Northern Oratorical League contest. He was also 
commencement orator of the senior class.
He was a member of the Forum and Philomanthia Debating societies and was elected 
president of the latter in 1986.
Returning to Manitowoc, he was admitted to the bar June 14, 1898, and later became 
a member of the law firm of Sedgwick, Sedgwick and Schmidt. His hobby in his young 
years was hiking and he organized the Manitowoc Hiking Club, whose members walked 
to nearby cities during the summer months.
Won Long Fight
At the time Manitowoc citizens embarked on a campaign to adopt the city system of 
schools, shortly after the turn of the century, he joined with the late John 
Schmidtman and Frank A. Miller in organizing the campaign to consolidate the old 
school districts into one central school unit. The fight of 12 years finally ended 
after a trip to the state supreme court, in adoption of the modern school system.
Judge Schmidt was a member and served as the first president of the Fire and Police 
Commission and aided in reorganization of the department that put fire department 
under civil service.
He was elected judge of the Municipal Court in 1905 and served 28 years until 1933 
when he retired, to resume private practice.
Past Aerie President 
Judge Schmidt’s fraternal affiliations were the Eagles and the Knights of Pythias. 
He was a past president of the Manitowoc aerie of Eagles serving from 1920 to 1922 
and later served two terms as president of the state aerie of the order. He was a 
justice of the grand aerie of Eagles for several years. 
He was one of the sponsors of 
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the Eagles movement for mothers’ pension and old age insurance. He was a member 
of the state and national old age pension commissions of the order. 
He served as one of the first counselors of the Wisconsin branch of American Institute 
of Criminal Law and Criminology which was the first institution of its kind founded 
on a sate basis in the United States.
Congressional Recognition 
In politics Judge Schmidt was an ardent Republican in 1934 his name was advanced by 
Eighth district Republicans as a candidate for Congress. He took an active campaign 
in party campaigns, filling many speaking dates not only in the county and state but 
in other states.
When Citizenship Day was launched in Manitowoc County in 1939—first in the nation—
Judge Schmidt, with Dr. R.J. Colbert of the University of Wisconsin, was one of the 
founders of this program which has now expanded across the United States and is 
observed yearly now by act of Congress, as “I an an American Day.” 
This yearly observance marks induction of young people who have attained their 21st 
birthdays the preceding year, into citizenship.
Named Bar President 
In 1948 Judge Schmidt was honored by the County Bar Association at the annual outing, 
for 50 years of practice in the county. The judge was always active in promoting the 
yearly picnic and dinner of county attorneys, serving as chairman of the committee 
for years. He promoted the feature of presenting neckties to honored guest at these 
dinners. 
Last year the Bar Association honored Judge Schmidt by naming him president.
For the past two years Judge Schmidt has been active in recodifying the municipal 
book on ordinances and bringing them up to date. He continued active in this work 
until moved to the hospital two weeks ago.
Judge Schmidt never married.
He made his home with a sister, Miss Mathilda Schmidt at 701 Jay St. 
Surviving Judge Schmidt are two sisters, Miss Mathilda, and Mrs. Fred C. Borcherdt, 
both of this city; and a brother, William F., of Portland, Oregon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 2, 1953  P.2
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[Albert J./d. 03-02-1953/age 77 yrs./bur. on John F. Zinns lot]


ALFRED H. SCHMIDT    (d. 2010)

Alfred H. Schmidt, age 97, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, died 
early Saturday morning, August 7, 2010, at Shady Lane.
Alfred was born on July 22, 1913, in Collins, son of the late William and Ella 
(Duchow) Schmidt. He grew up in Collins and attended local schools.
On January 21, 1941, he married to the former Gwendolyn A. Lippert at Dubuque, 
IA. Gwendolyn preceded him in death on March 10, 2010.
After high school, Alfred worked for the CCC in Northern Wisconsin for one year. 
Alfred worked at the White House Milk Company in Manitowoc, for 40 years. He 
was a member of Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church and enjoyed bowling, fishing, 
gardening, and traveling throughout the United States.
Survivors include five children, David K. (Catherine) Schmidt, Manitowoc; 
Daniel A. (Susan) Schmidt, Nekoosa; Gary W. (Janice) Schmidt, Oostburg; Glenn A. 
Schmidt, Manitowoc; Dianne E. (Teofil) Gieryn, Appleton; 13 grandchildren; 22 
great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; four sisters-in-law and two 
brothers-in-law , Jeanette Pankratz, AZ; Audrey (Roman "Buster") Kugle, Manitowoc; 
Carmen Ryan, Manitowoc; Elton (Setsuko) Lippert; Lakewood, WA; a very special 
niece and nephew, Karen Lippert and Allen Lippert, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends also survive.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ella Schmidt; his wife, 
Gwendolyn Schmidt; two brothers and one sister-in-law, Elmer Schmdt; Alvin (Luella) 
Schmidt; six brothers-in-law, Ervin; Kenneth; Roland; Harold Lippert; Lee Pankratz; 
Huns Ryan and three sisters-in-law: Leona Lippert; Evelyn Lippert; and Kathryn 
Lippert.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 13, 2010, at Bethany Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, 3209 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc. The Rev. Robert Kujawski and Rev. 
Stephen Melso will officiate with burial of his cremated remains to take place at 
Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc.
The Sheboygan Press


ALFRED WILLIAM SCHMIDT    (d. 1898)

Death Monday of an 11 day old child of smithy Aug. Schmidt. Burial was yesterday
Der Nord Westen, March 10, 1898
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Certificate of Death-(excerpts) 
Full name of deceased-Alfred Wm Schmidt, Color-White, Sex-male, Race-Caucasian, Age-11 day, 
Name of father-August Schmidt, Birthplace of father-Greiswald Germany, 
Name of mother-Louise Schmidt, Birthplace of mother-Newton, Manitowoc Co. Wis., 
Birthplace of deceased-Manitowoc, Wis., 
Date of birth of the deceased-Feb 23rd 1898, 
Date of death-March 7th 1898-Residence at time of death-Manitowoc, 
Place of burial-Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc- Manitowoc Co. Register of Deeds
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
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Alfred William Schmidt
birth: 23 February 1898 Manitowoc, Wis.
death: 7 March 1898 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Manitowoc
residence: 1898 Manitowoc
father: August Schmidt
mother: Louise
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[Alfred William Schmidt/bur. 03-07-1898/cause: exythena]


ALICE A. SCHMIDT    (d. 1981)

Miss Alice A. Schmidt, 73, of 1305 S. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening, 
November 10, at Holy Family Hosptial.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
David Passet will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Schmidt was born March 12, 1908, in the Town of Rockland, Manitowoc County, 
daughter of the late Fred and Bertha Rusch Schmidt. They moved to Manitowoc in 
1920, where she attended Manitowoc schools and was graduated from high school in 
1926. She had been employed with Aluminum Specialty in the accounting department 
from 1926 until her retirement in 1973. Miss Schmidt was a member of Wesley United 
Methodist Church, Martha Circle, Wesley Guild, AARP and Senior Citizens.
Survivors include a brother and sister-in-law, August and Neva Schmidt of St. 
Petersburg, Fla., a niece, Mrs. Donald (Leila) Andersen of Carbondale, Ill, and 
a nephew, A. Fred Schmidt of Belmont, Mich.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and 
Friday until the time of service. Memorials may be made to Wesley United Methodist 
Church or Cancer Society.
Herald Times Reporter, November 11, 1981 P. 3
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[bur. on Mr. & Mrs. Fred and Alice Schmidt lot]


ALICE L. SCHMIDT

Mrs. Alice Schmidt, 68, of 1125 S. 25th St., Manitowoc, died Monday at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home 
and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Thaddeus J. 
Koszarek will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmidt, nee Alice Stasiek, was born April 6, 1904, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Joseph and Angeline Becker Stasiek. She was married 
to Paul A. Schmidt July 2, 1942, at Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her 
in death May 18, 1969. 
Survivors include six sisters, Mrs. Donald Bruce and Mrs. Emily Czapiewski,
of Manitowoc, Mrs. Wally Silbernagel, of California, Mrs. Sophie Szewczuga 
and Mrs. Florence Piefer, of Milwaukee and Mrs. Henry Becker, of Chicago; 
a nephew (Survivor omitted for privacy.), of Milwaukee; and other nieces 
and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, where a 
Wake memorial service will be held at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 10, 1972
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[d. 10-09-1972/age 68 yrs./widow of Paul A. Schmidt]
(06 Apr 1904/Oct 1972/SSDI)


ANN SCHMIDT    (d. 1932)

MRS. SCHMIDT DIES AT SHEBOYGAN HOME
Mrs. Harold Schmidt, 21, formerly a resident of this city, died Saturday
night at the St. Nicholas hospital at Sheboygan and the remains were
brought to this city and removed to the Ernst Schmidt home, 1318 South
Thirteenth street from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home this
afternoon. Burial will take place from there at 1:30 Tuesday afternoon
and at two from the German Evangelical church in charge of the Rev. 
Schmidt of Sheboygan.
Her maiden name was Ann Gulseth and she was born in Green Valley, Wis.,
in 1911. She was married here March 14, 1931, to Harold Schmidt and
shortly after they removed to Sheboygan to reside, where he was a sales-
man for the Theodore Schmidtmann Co. of Manitowoc. The deceased is
survived by her husband, an infant son, a mother, stepfather, Ellif
Olson, city, five brothers, Hans, Albert and Elmer of this city, Samuel
of California and Melvin of Green Valley, and two sisters, Mrs. John
Wagner of Wheeler, Wis. and Florence of this city.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 13, 1932  p.2
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[bur. 6-14-1932/age 21 yrs/died at Sheboygan, WI/cause: puerperal septicemia/
wife of Harold R. Schmidt/bur. on Ernst J. Schmidt lot]
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ANOTHER LOCAL COUPLE WEDDED AT WOODSTOCK, ILL.
A second marriage at Woodstock, Ill., of a young Manitowoc couple was revealed 
today in a telegram from that city announcing the issuing of a license to Miss 
Ann Gulseth of 940 North 22nd street and Harold Schmidt of 1318 South 13th 
street. 
Miss Gulseth is the daughter of Mrs. E. E. Olson of Cecil, Wis., and Mr. Schmidt 
is the son of Mr. and Mrs. E. Schmidt of the city.
The couple will make their home in the city, Mr. Schmidt being employed at the 
Schmidtman Co. He is a graduate of the high school class of ’28.
The wedding took place a week or more ago at the time another Manitowoc couple 
was wedded in the same city.
Manitowoc Herald News, March 23, 1931  P. 8 


ANNA SCHMIDT    (d. 1944)

Mrs. Anna Schmidt, 1228 S. 13th Street, died at the Holy Family hospital Tuesday 
noon. She was 72 years of age. Funeral services will be held at the Pfeffer 
funeral home Friday morning at 9 o’clock with the Rev. Paul Blaufuss of the St. 
John Evangelical church in charge. Interment will be in the Evergreen cemetery. 
The body will lie in state from Thursday noon to the hour of services at the 
funeral home. 
Mrs. Schmidt, nee Anna Ploeckelmann, was born on March 8, 1871 at Branch. For the 
last 60 years she has made her home in the city. She was married to August Schmidt 
53 years ago and he preceded her in death about 25 years ago. Survivors are two 
daughters, Miss Helen Schmidt, Mrs. Julius Dupras and a son, Carl, all of Manitowoc. 
One brother, August, lives in Chilton and her sisters are Mrs. Elizabeth Schwantz 
of Marinette; Mrs. Bertha Boldt, city; Mrs. Herman Ginther, Haven; Mrs. Emma DeLano, 
Menominee, Wis., and Mrs. Minnie Meister, Albany, Oregon.
Manitowoc Herald Times February 23, 1944 p.2
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[d. 02-22-1944/age 72 yrs./wife of August A. Schmidt]


ANNA A. SCHMIDT    (d. 1972)

Miss Anna A. Schmidt, 83, formerly of 511 Riverview Dr., Manitowoc, died 
Saturday morning at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m Tuesday at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. N.W. Kock will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Schmidt was born July 14, 1889 at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Gottlieb 
and Rosita Bruegmann Schmidt.
Survivors include a brother, Grover, of San Francisco, Calif., a sister, Miss 
Louise, of Manitowoc and two nieces and two nephews.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 5 p.m. 
Monday until noon Tuesday and then at the church until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 2, 1972
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[d. 09-02-1972/age 83 yrs./bur. on Carl G. Schmidt lot]
(14 Jul 1888/Sep 1972/SSDI)


ARTHUR J. SCHMIDT  (d. 1954)

Arthur J. Schmidt, 58, of 1714 S. 12th St., Manitowoc, died 
Sunday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following 
a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the First 
German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Armin 
Roekle officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
The former heating contractor was born at Manitowoc Dec. 11, 
1895, and married the former Ella Heller of Neenah Oct. 21, 
1922. He operated the Schmidt Sheet Metal and Furnace Company 
on South 12th Street until illness forced his retirement a 
number of years ago. He was a veteran of World War I, serving 
in the Army.
Surviving are his wife, a brother, Walter of Manitowoc; three 
sisters, Mrs. Walter Flint and Mrs. Leo Brandt of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Walter Behrens of Sheboygan.
Friends may call after noon Tuesday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 10 a.m. Wednesday when the casket 
will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state 
until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 16, 1954 P.13
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[d. 08-15-1954/age 58 yrs.]


ARTHUR SCHMIDT    (d. 1993)

Arthur M. Schmidt, age 82, formerly of 1035 A. South 10th St., Manitowoc, died 
Saturday, May 1, 1993, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Private Family Services were held at 9 a.m. Monday, May 3, 1993, at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Deacon William Klein officiating. Cremation will 
follow and burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born April 28, 1911, in Manitowoc, the son of the late Arthur J. and 
Marie S. Leist Schmidt. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class 
of 1928 and then continued his education at the Chicago Technical College. Mr. 
Schmidt had been employed by Mirro Aluminum Company as a Tool and Die Maker for 
46 years and retired on December 31, 1974. He was a 50 years member of Machinists 
Local No. 516. He married the former Violet W. Rathsack on April 22, 1933, at 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Violet W. Schmidt, currently residing at 1433 North 
6th St., Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Margaret and Donald L. Martin, 
Stuart, Fla., and Joette and Richard A. Patterson, Salt Lake City, Utah; seven 
grandchildren, Donna M. Martin, Donald L. Martin Jr., Robyn M. Gove, Arthur M. 
Martin, Joseph W. Martin, Ann C. Van Horssen, and Collen M. Patterson. Seven 
great grandchildren also survive.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, May 3, 1993 P. A2
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(b. 28 Apr. 1911/d. 1 May 1993/SSDI)
[Arthur M. Schmidt/d. 05-01-1993/age 82 yrs./cremains/husband of Viola Schmidt/
bur. on Alvin Lange lot]


ARTHUR R. SCHMIDT    (d. 1996)

Arthur Robert Schmidt, age 81, of 4222 Mirro Drive, Manitowoc, died Tuesday, 
February 20, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Memorial Services will be held at 8 p.m. Thursday, February 22, 1996, at the 
Jens Funeral Home. Rev. Bruce Bitter will officiate with burial at Evergreen 
Cemetery.
He was born May 19, 1914, son of the late Ernst and Dora Lieder Schmidt. He 
attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1932. 
He married Phyllis Heise, July 23, 1938, in Manitowoc. He was the proprietor 
of the Art Schmidt Mobil Station on N. 8th St. for 45 years, retiring in 1981. 
Arthur was a well known softball pitcher and bowler. He was inducted to the 
Elks Hall of Fame and the Manitowoc County Softball Hall of Fame both in 1981, 
and in 1990, the Manitowoc Association Bowling Hall of Fame. He was a life 
member of the First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, Phyllis, Manitowoc; four sons, Ernie Schmidt, 
Manitowoc, James Schmidt, Two Rivers. Arthur Jr. and Susan Schmidt, Green Bay, 
Gary and Janet, Milwaukie, Ore.; one daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Steve 
Hoffman, Scottsdale, Ariz.; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two 
brothers-in-law, Walter Olsen and Earl Mueller, both of Manitowoc; one sister-
in-law, Clara Schmidt, Manitowoc; a special friend, Bill Bryant, Manitowoc; 
other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by an infant 
daughter; one brother, Harold; two sisters, Irma Brick and Hilda Mueller.
In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in his name.
The Jens Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 21, 1996 P. A2
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[cremains]


AUDREY E. (LENZ) SCHMIDT    (d. 2012)

Audrey E. Schmidt, age 85, of 2115 Cappaert Road, Manitowoc, died Sunday, June 17, 
2012, at Harmony of Manitowoc. 
Audrey was born on February 12, 1927, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Herman 
and Stella (Kocian) Lenz. Audrey met the love of her life, Elmer George Schmidt 
after attending Lincoln High School. She graduated with the class of 1945. Audrey 
and Elmer were married on October 16, 1948, at First Lutheran Church in Manitowoc 
where she was a lifelong member. Elmer preceded her in death on December 12, 1992. 
Audrey was a dedicated employee of Jagemann Stamping for 15 years. She was an avid 
fisherwoman, nature lover, gardener, knitter and chef. She lovingly and patiently 
shared her many talents with anyone who wanted to learn. Besides First Lutheran 
Church, Audrey was a member of the Manitowoc Senior Center. 
Survivors include her two sons and daughters-in-law: George (Kathy) Schmidt, Green 
Bay; Steven (Linda) Schmidt, Bradenton, FL; four grandchildren and eight great 
grandchildren who gave her a wonderful sparkle in her eyes and smile on her face. 
She was preceded in death by her parents: Herman and Stella Lenz; her husband: 
Elmer Schmidt. 
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday June 21, 2012 at First Lutheran 
Church, 521 North 8th Street, Manitowoc. Ann Unertl, Parish Nurse/Lay Minister will 
officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call at the church on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 
a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is assisting the Schmidt 
family. 
We will miss her quick wit, tenderness, jokes and beautiful smile. Godspeed, Mom. 
Audrey would like to thank Dr. Rauschenberger and his nurses Patty and Sharon. They 
provided her with not only medical care but also any type of support that she needed 
to maintain a high quality of life. 
The family extends a heartfelt thank you for the sincere and loving care provided 
our mother by the staff's at Harmony Assisted Living of Manitowoc and Hospice 
Advantage of Sheboygan.
Herald Times Reporter, June 20, 2012


AUGUST SCHMIDT   (d. 1913)

Dies Less Than Year After Wife
August Schmidt, one of the city's well known residents and for years a blacksmith, 
engaged in business at 1027 South Tenth street, died last night after an illness 
of several months.  Mr Schmidt's death was unexpected, his condition having been 
apparently much improved of late.
Decedent was 58 years of age and had resided here for many years.  His wife died 
a year ago next month and Mr. Schmidt's health had been failing since.  A family 
of children survive.  Mr. Schmidt was a man who had a wide acquaintance and he 
was held in high regard.
The funeral will probably be held Saturday afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Wednesday, April 23, 1913
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DIES LESS THAN YEAR AFTER WIFE-August Schmidt, one of the City's well known 
residents and for years a blacksmith, engaged in business at 1027 South Tenth 
street, died last night after an illness of several months. Mr. Schmidt's death 
was unexpected, his condition having been apparently much improved of late.
Decedent was 58 years of age and had resided here for many years. His wife died 
a years ago next month and Mr. Schmidt's health had been failing since. A family 
of children survive. Mr. Schmidt was a man who had a wide acquaintance and he 
was held in high regard.
The funeral will probably be held Saturday afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Vol. 15, MANITOWOC, WIS. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 1913. 
No. 156, page Eight
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The Manitowoc Pilot, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Thursday, April 24, 1913, front page
August Schmidt, a well known resident of this city, died Thursday night at his 
home, 1027 South Tenth street, after a protracted illness.  The immediate cause 
of his death was bronchitis.  Mr. Schmidt followed the occupation of blacksmith, 
coming to this city over thirty years ago.
He was born in Germany, Nov. 20, 1855, and he came to this country when a young 
man locating in this city in 1880.  His wife died about year ago.
He is survived by ten children, Mrs. Richard Lade, Mrs. Frank Drumm, Mrs. Walter 
Flint, Mrs. Frank Legesse, all of this city; Mrs. Walter Behrens of Sheboygan, 
and Max, Walter, Arthur and Ida who live with him at his home.
The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon from the home.  Interment will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
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August Schmidt (b. Nov. 20, 1854-d. Apr. 22, 1913) the Manitowoc Co. Register 
of Deeds lists his cause of death as: "Tuberculosis of the lungs"

Gestorben-Nach längerem Leiden in einem schlimmen Falle von Bronchitis, welche 
Durch den Gram über den Tod seiner Gattin, die vor elf Monaten das Zeitliche 
segnete, noch erhöht wurden, starb am Mittwoch August Schmidt, der an der 
südlichen 10. Straße wohnhafte Grobchmied. Der Verstorbene, der am 20. November 
1855 in Deutschland geboren wurde, kam in seiner Jugend noch Amerika und war 
seit 33 Jahren in Manitowoc ansässig, woselbst er das Geschäft eines Grobschmiedes 
betriev. Er hinterläßt neun Kinder. Die Beerdignung sindet morgen Nachmittag vom 
Trauerhause aus statt.
Manitowoc Post, Jahrgang 32, Frietag, den 25ten April, 1913, No. 96

"After long suffering in a bad case of bronchitis, which suffering through the 
grief over the death of his wife who eleven months before died, died on Wednesday, 
August Schmidt, who lived on south 10. Street a blacksmith. The deceased was born 
on 20. November 1855 in Germany, then in his youth came to America and was for 33 
years a resident in Manitowoc, where he ran a blacksmith shop. He left behind nine 
children. The burial takes place tomorrow afternoon in the funeral home." 
-interpretation by Emilie B. Lindemann
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Gestorben-Nach mehr monatlicher Krankeit starb am Dienstag Abend letzer Woche 
der hier wohlbekannte Grobschmied August Schmidt, dessen Werkstätte sich 
1027 S. 10. Straße befindet. Der Verstorbene wurde am 20. November 1855 in 
Deutschland geboren und kam als junger Mann nach Amerika. Seit 33 war er in 
Manitowoc wohnhast. Er litt seit einiger Zeit an einem schweren Anfalle von 
Bronchitis, doch hat der Gram über den Tod seiner Frau, die vor elf Monaten 
starb, wohl mehr dazu beigetragen sein Ableben zu beschleunigen als die Krankhiet 
selbst. Er hinterläßt neun Kinder. Die Beerdigung fand am Samstag statt. Pastor 
Grauer von Fond Du Lac leitete die Trauerfeierlichkeiten.
-Die Wahrheit, No. 882, Manitowoc, Dienstag, den 29. April 1913, 16. Jahrgang

DEATHS-After a month-long sickness, the well known blacksmith from here, 
August Schmidt, whose work shop is located at 1027 S. 10 street, died on 
Tuesday evening last week. The deceased was born on 20 November 1855 in 
Germany and came to America as a young man.  He was a resident of Manitowoc 
for 33 years.  He had a bad case of Bronchitis, but grief from the death of 
his wife, who died eleven months before, had much more to do with his hastened 
demise than the sickness itself.  He left behind nine children.  The burial 
took place on Saturday.  Pastor Grauer from Fond du Lac conducted the funeral 
ceremonies. -interpretation by Emilie B. Lindemann

Records of the Church of Peace UCC show that August Schmidt was born (geb.) on 
November 20, 1855 in Greifswald; Deuts cht. And Died (+) on April 22, 1913 in 
Manitowoc Wisconsin.
Pastor C. L. Grauer officiated at burial. This record is listed in the church 
records Number 8 on Page 190.

Please consider that the above deaths notice makes mention that a Pastor Grauer 
of Fond du Lac conducted the funeral services. There was a Pastor C. L. Grauer 
whom was affiliated with the Friedens Kirche in Fond Du Lac, which later became 
Friedens UCC. Today this church goes by the Anglicized name of:

CHURCH OF PEACE UCC
158 S MILITARY RD
Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin 54935

CHURCH OF PEACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
158 SOUTH MILITARY ROAD, FOND DU LAC WI 54935
(920) 921-8215 Office: (920) 921-8084 Fax
Pastor Virginia Pynch; Pastor Sharon Siter; Rev. Dr. Martin Koehler, Pastor Emeritus
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
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[bur. 4-26-1913/cause: tuberculosis of the lungs]


AUGUST SCHMIDT  (d. 1920)

AUGUST SCHMIDT OVERTAKEN BY SUDDEN DEATH
Sudden death overtook August Schmidt, pioneer residnet of the city at his home 
Saturday evening. Mr. Schmidt was up and about during the day and had the evening 
meal with the family but shortly after complained of being unwell and died at 
9 o'clcok. Death was due to heart failure.
Mr. Schmidt was 83 years of age, having been born in Germany June 24, 1837. He 
came to Manitowoc county with his parents when a youth of 17 and the family 
located at Neshoto. Mr. Schmidt was married Feb. 10, 1861 to Louise Stueck and 
for many (missing) and flour mill at Shoto, later removing to this city where 
he was engaged in the lumber business. He was owner of the schooner Lydia and 
interested in operation of the boat.
Mr. Schmidt served as a member of the city council and took active interest in 
public affairs and was known for his uprightness and honesty at all times, He 
is survived by his wife and one daughter, Mrs. Louis Schuette who is at present 
in California and will not be able to reach here for the funeral which will be 
held tomorrow afternoon at 2 from the late home, the Rev. Axtell officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. April 5, 1920 P. 1
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[August Schmidt/bur. 04-06-1920/cause: chronic nephritis]


AUGUST A. SCHMIDT  (d. 1917)

AUGUST SCHMIDT, CITY EMPLOYEE IS CALLED BY DEATH
Assistant Engineer at the Utility Plant Passes Away, Aged 53
August A. Schmidt, assistant engineer at the city utility plant until 
his illness several weeks ago, passed away at his home, ? South Seventh 
street at an early hour this morning at the age of 53 years. 
Mr. Schmidt had been ill since July and the past few weeks had failed 
rapidly. Deceased was born in Germany and came here with his parents 
when a boy of two? years and had since resided here. He is survived by 
a widow and four? children, Harvey and Charles, (next two illegible) 
and Carolina Schmidt. The funeral will be held from the late home Monday 
afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, Nov. 24, 1917, Page 8
*******
August A. Schmidt, assistant engineer at the utility plant, died Friday at his 
home, 1305 South Seventh Street, aged 53 years, after a long illness. The 
deceased was born in Germany and came to this country with his parents when a 
child of two years and made his home here ever since. He is survived by his 
wife and four children, Harvey, Charles, Helen and Carrie. The funeral was held 
Monday afternoon from the home.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 29, 1917
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[cause: cancer]
*******
(August A. Schmidt/d. Nov. 24, 1917 age 54 yrs. 7 mo. from burial records
of St. John's United Church of Christ)


BERTHA SCHMIDT  (d. 1915)

WORRY OVER ATTACK ON SON HASTENS DEATH
Mrs. Bertha Schmidt, Widow of Former Co. Judge, Is Dead
HAD RESIDED IN COUNTY SINCE CHILD
Mrs. Bertha Schmidt, pioneer resident of the city, died at her home 
on Washington street last night, her demise being due to infirmities 
of age. Mrs. Schmidt was the widow of the late Carl H. Schmidt, 
former county judge and founder of the Northwestern, the oldest 
German newspaper of the city. Mr. Schmidt died 27 years ago. Though 
Mrs. Schmidt had been in poor health for some time her death is 
believed to have been hastened by worry over an attack recently made 
upon her son Carl Schmidt, a St. Paul attorney, who was wounded by a 
former client who fired five shots at him, three of which lodged in 
his body. Mr. Schmidt has recovered from his injuries, but his mother 
worried over the assault and her condition had been aggravated since 
the occurrence. 
Mrs. Schmidt, nee Nass, was born in Germany and came here as a child, 
her parents locating at Cooperstown. She was married in 1863? to Mr. 
Schmidt and the couple resided in this city. Four sons survive, Emil 
of Chicago, Carl, of St. Paul, Arthur in Idaho and Walter of this 
city, the latter being an employee of Frank Kerscher. The funeral 
will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home, 2???
Washington street.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, August 06, 1915, Page 8
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[Bertha E. Schmidt/bur. 8 Aug. 1915/cause: anthrites deformas/
bur. on C.H. Schmidt lot]


BERTHA SCHMIDT    (d. 1945)

Mrs. Fred Schmidt, 64, nee Bertha Rusch, of 1305 South 12th street, died Sunday 
night at the Holy Family hospital, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Wesley Methodist church, 
the Rev. Carl Hagen officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Schmidt was born in Rockland in 1880 and in 1905 was married to Fred Schmidt. 
They located on a farm in that town and 25 years ago moved to this city, where 
they have since resided. 
Survivors are the husband; daughter, Alice, at home; son, August, of Neenah; three 
brothers, William of Rockland, Walter, of this city, Otto of Chili, Wis., and two 
grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after 7 
o’clock Tuesday evening until 10 a.m. Thursday when it will be moved to the church 
to lie in state until the hour of the services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 12, 1945  P.2
*******
[d. 02-11-1945/age 64 yrs./wife of Fred Schmidt]


C. OTTO SCHMIDT    (d. 1906)

Death Monday evening of C. Otto Schmidt, publisher of the weekly 
"Die Wahrheit", after an illness of only a few days. The deceased 
fell ill with appendicitis Wednesday last week, but it progressed 
so rapidly that the doctors could not perform an operation. C. 
Otto Schmidt was born 23 December 1868 here in Manitowoc, the 
second son of the late Carl H. Schmidt. After leaving school he 
learned masonry until such time as his father was elected County 
Judge, when he took over direction of the "Nord-Westen". Later, 
with Mr. Brandt, he established a print shop and book bindery; 
then operating a press by himself which was later used to publish 
"Die Wahrheit". In 1890 he married Miss Minna Engels and had one 
son from the union. In addition he is survived by his sorrowing 
mother and 4 brothers. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon 
from the funeral home.
Der Nord Westen, 03 May 1906
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NEWSPAPER MAN DIES
Otto Schmidt Succumbs to Appendicitis After Short Illness
C. Otto Schmidt, editor of the Wahrheit, is dead after an illness of only short 
duration, the demise occurring from appendicitis on Monday night at the home on 
Twenty-first Street. The decedant was 38 years of age and is survived by a wife 
to whom he was married in 1880, one son and his mother, Mrs. Bertha Schmidt. Four 
brothers, Emil, Green Bay; Carl, St. Paul, Walter of this city and Arthur, Idaho, 
also mourn his loss.
The decedant was one of the well known German newspaper men of this section of the 
state being proprietor of Die Wahrheit for eleven years, previous to which he was 
associated with Der Nordwesten. He was an ex-member of the County Board and belonged 
to many local fraternal societies and also to the Saenger Verein and Concordia. The 
funeral was held Friday.
The REPORTER, May 5, 1906
**********
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 08 May)
Several residents went to Manitowoc Friday afternoon to attend the 
funeral of C. Otto Schmidt. Among them was Fr. Lernhardt (sic), the 
innkeeper of Wisconsin House who reports that the funeral was a very 
large one. Otto was well known in this vicinity as manager for 
"Nord-Westen" and very well thought of.
Der Nord Westen, 10 May 1906
*********
From the Files of the Pilot – Twenty-Five Years Ago – 1906
C. Otto Schmidt, editor and publisher of Die Wahrheit, died Monday evening at 
this home on South Twenty-First Street, after an illness of six days, the cause 
of death being appendicitis, with which he was suddenly taken ill on his return 
from a business trip to Plymouth and Sheboygan on Tuesday of last week.
C. Otto Schmidt was born in this city in 1868. He received his early education 
at the Third Ward School. When his school days came to a close he became business 
manager at the printing office of Der Nord Westen here. Later he became associated 
with William F. Brandt in the printing and binding business here, the firm name 
being Brandt and Schmidt. This partnership dissolved in 1885 when Mr. Schmidt 
established a small printing business and soon afterwards founded Die Wahrheit, 
a local democratic German weekly of which he continued as editor and publisher 
for the rest of his days on earth.
In 1890 C. Otto Schmidt was married to Miss Minna Engels, who with one son, Otto, 
aged fourteen, survives to mourn his untimely death. The decedent's mother, Mrs. 
Bertha E. Schmidt and four brothers also survive. The brothers are Emil, Sheboygan; 
Carl B. of St. Paul; Arthur, Boise city, Idaho and Walter of this city.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 7, 1931
*********
C. Otto Schmidt
birth: 25 December 1868 Manitowoc
death: 30 April 1906 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1906 Manitowoc
father: Carl H. Schmidt
spouse: Minnie Engel
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[bur. 05-04-1906/age 38 yrs./cause: appendicitis]
*********
(Otto C. Schmidt/b. Dec. 23, 1868 in Manitowoc/d. Apr. 23, 1906/He was the
editor of the Wahrheit Magazine. In 1890 he married Minnie Engels. His wife,
one son, his mother and four brothers survive./from burial records of St.
John's United Church of Christ)


C. OTTO SCHMIDT    (d. 1956)

C. Otto Schmidt Dies in Hospital 
C. Otto Schmidt, 64, of 933 N. 23rd St., who retired last July as engineering 
manager at the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co., died Wednesday night at Memorial 
Hospital. He had been ill the past year.
Christian Science services will be read at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Jens Funeral 
Home. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery. There will be Masonic rites at 
the graveside. 
He was born May 25, 1891, in this city, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. C. Otto 
Schmidt Sr. He started with the Aluminum Goods Co. in 1911 as an electrical 
helper and the next year was transferred to the machine shop as an apprentice 
toolmaker. He joined the Navy in World War 1, and returned to the company in 
1919. The same year he was placed in charge of the Engineering Department.
Schmidt was a member of the Masonic Lodge No. 65, the Eastern Star, Kiwanis Club, 
Men’s Garden Club and the American Legion. 
On May 25, 1921, he married Miss Lorine Dedrick. She survives with a son, Donald 
of Los Angeles, Calif.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 5 p.m. Friday.
********
[d. 04-11-1956/age 64 yrs.]
********
STEAL MARCH, ADVANCE DATE OF WEDDING
Anticipating their wedding day by a week and surprising their friends by a mile, 
Carl Otto Schmidt and Miss Larine E. Dedrick strolled into the Methodist Parsonage 
at noon today and with the capable and graceful assistance of Rev. E.J. Symons, 
were married.
Both young people are deservedly popular, and it is the wish of their many friends 
that they live "happily ever after." Mr. and Mrs. Schmidt left for a short wedding 
trip this afternoon and on their return will take up their residence at 714 North 
Fifth street where they will be "at home" after June 15.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 25, 1921 P. 1


CARL G. SCHMIDT    (d. 1922)

Carl Gottlieb Schmidt
45th WI Infantry, Company F
Born:  1845  Enlisted:  January 23, 1865 as a Private, from Manitowoc, WI, 
21 year-old Farmer, 5’3”, blue eyes, light hair. Mustered Out: July 17, 1865 
at Nashville, TN  Wife: Rosetta Bruggemann, 1852-1914 
******* 
1890 Veterans Schedule, 
Manitowoc County:  Carl J Schmidt, Pvt 45 F, post office Manitowoc 
1895 June 20 Veterans Census of Manitowoc County: Carl G. Schmidt, Pvt F 45 
Infantry, post office Manitowoc
Died: June 4, 1922
Buried: Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, WI
Gravesite: A-14-1: “Carl G. Schmidt/Co. F.” (balance of stone buried)
*******
[Carl G. Schmidt/bur. 06-07-1922/cause: hemorrage of stomach]
(Carl Bottlieb(sic) Schmidt/d. 7 June 1922/age 77 yrs./from record of 
 St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
********
NEWSPAPER MAN OF CITY DEAD
Carl G. Schmidt Civil War Veteran Passes Today
Carl G. Schmidt, veteran German newspaper man of the city and a civil war 
veteran, died at the Holy Family hospital this afternoon, aged 77. Mr. 
Schmidt had been ill but a few weeks and up to the time of the attack had 
been editor of the Manitowoc Post.
Despite his advanced years Mr. Schmidt had been active in his profession up 
to within a few weeks of death and was daily at his desk. He was formerly 
owner and publisher of Der Nordwesten and had been engaged in the printing 
business since arriving in the United States at the age of 21, having learned 
his trade at Chicago. Later he located at Madison where he established a German 
publication and in 1888 he came to this city and purchased the Nordwestern, a 
newspaper owned by his brother Carl H. Schmidt. In 1910 Mr. Schmidt retired 
from the Nordwesten which passed and after some time, he became associated with 
the Manitowoc Post with which he held a position at the time of his death.
Served in Civil War
Mr. Schmidt was born in Westphalia, Germany June 26, 1845 and spent his boyhood 
in his native land, coming to America when 21. He was in Chicago at the time of 
the big fire in 1871, after returning from service in the civil war. Mr. Schmidt 
was a member of Co. F. 45th Wisconsin infantry in the war.
Mr. Schmidt was a member of Walker Post, G.A.R. of this city and had been 
prominent in the organization for years. He served as commander, adjutant and 
in other positions in the Post and was in charge of the last Memorial Day 
Arrangements for the post a year ago.
Was Widely Known
Through his work in the newspaper business Mr. Schmidt was widely known, not 
only in Manitowoc county but throughout the state.
His wife died some years ago and he is survived by four sons, Adelbert and 
Grover of Milwaukee, Robert of this city and Carl, of Blanchardville, this 
state, and two daughters Louise and Anna, both residents here.
Funeral arrangements have not been made. Mr. Schmidt was one of the last 
sixteen surviving member of Walker post, G.A.R.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, June 6, 1922 P. 1


CARL H. SCHMIDT    (d. 1888)

DEATH OF JUDGE SCHMIDT 
The Hon. Carl Haw Schmidt, Co. judge of Manitowoc county, died at his residence 
in this city at 9:40 o’clock a.m. last Saturday, aged 57 years.
Carl Haw Schmidt was born at Westphalia, Germany, on the third day of September, 
1885.
He emigrated to America when 19 years of age, coming directly to Milwaukee, where 
he worked as printer on the “Seehote”. He came to Manitowoc in 1856 and started 
the Nord Westen.
When the war broke out he closed the printing office and went to the front. He 
enlisted as a private and went out a quartermaster, afterwards being promoted to 
captain of company F. 9th Infantry. He was discharged from the service in 1864 
and returning home started the Nord Westen, again, and has been its editor ever 
since. 
Mr. Schmidt was elected to the state assembly in 1867, and to the state senate 
two terms, 1871-73. After his retirement from the senate, he was a member of the 
city council and supervisor. 
He was elected to the position of county judge of this county, which he held at 
the time of his death. Carl H. Schmidt was a bitter foe, yet a kind friend to 
those with whom he chose to associate. He had a good education and was a man of 
ability.
The funeral service will take place tomorrow (Wednesday) at 2 o’clock in the 
afternoon.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, January 10, 1888  P. 3
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C.H. SCHMIDT
Hon. C.H. Schmidt of this city died on Saturday morning, January 7. He had been 
confined to his bed but a brief time, though for the past few months he was in 
feeble health. His friends did not expect so sudden a termination of his sickness 
though his constantly failing health made ultimate recovery hopeless.
He was born in Westphalia, Germany, September 30, 1835, and received a good 
education. When 18 years of age he emigrated to America and lived for a short 
time in Milwaukee where he was employed as a printer on “Der Seebote.” Quitting 
Milwaukee he came to Manitowoc in 1856 and worked for a short time on “The 
Wisconsin Demokrat” then owned by Carl Roesser. In 1857, with the assistance 
of his father he established “Der Nordwesten.” In 1861 he enlisted as corporal 
in Co. F. Ninth Wis. Infantry but was transferred to another regiment. Soon after 
he was returned to his original company and held the positions of lieutenant and 
quartermaster and when discharged had attained the rank of captain.
On returning from the war he resumed the publication of Der Nordwesten and up to 
the time of his death continued as its editor and publisher. In 1867 he was 
elected to the assembly and in 1868 and 1872 to the state senate. In 1885 he was 
elected county judge.
In the senate and assembly he was quite an influential member and kept close watch 
of legislation. He was esteemed quite highly by his associates and became quite 
favorably known throughout the state by his prominence as a legislator.
He was a man of unusual mental endowments, very positive in his opinions and with 
a following in the county which made him a leader. As a writer he was direct and 
forcible. His knowledge of men enabled him to govern many who could not themselves 
account for hs ascendancy. He rarely failed to execute any purpose he former and 
his indomitable will power never faltered at the intervention of obstacles. The 
dominating force of his character made men, by no means weak, plastic in his 
presence and bend to his purpose though at first inclined to oppose. He was 
ambitious, and had his ambition been active as well as potential no man in the 
state would have been richer in political honors.
His domestic relations were most pleasant. There was no kinder husband and his 
wife is a most exemplary woman. His boys have managed The Nordwesten office for 
the last few years do credit to their father, and should they continue in the 
business will well deserve friendship and support.
The funeral took place on Wednesday and was very largely attended. The funeral 
oration was delivered by H. Falge.
Manitowoc Pilot, January 12, 1888  P. 3
********
Death of Carl H. Schmidt, editor and founder of Nord-Westen, on 07 Jan. after a
short illness. (Exhaustive details of his life.)
Der Nord Westen, 12 Jan. 1888
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[cause: Dropsy]


CARL H. SCHMIDT    (d. 1904)

After many years of terrible suffering from rheumatism, the 
pain of which may have affected him mentally, Carl H. Schmidt 
took his own life with a shot to the head at 3 a.m. Wed. Death 
was immediate. He was a well-known wood merchant in our city.
His wife, who did not believe him capable of such a possibility, 
had only stepped away from him a few minutes before. Possibly 
he had planned the act for a long time and had waited for an 
opportune moment. Carl H. Schmidt was born 07 June 1849 in the
province of Hanover, came to America in 1868, and settled in 
Manitowoc Rapids where he operated a farm and a cheese factory 
until moving to Manitowoc several years ago. He operated a wood 
and coal business here. In addition to his widow he leaves 9
children.
Der Nord Westen, 11 Feb. 1904
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CARL H. SCHMIDT KILLS HIMSELF WITH REVOLVER
Former Resident of Newton, Despondent Because of Continued Sickness, 
Commits Suicide In Bed Room
LEAVES WIFE AND NINE CHILDREN
Had Recently Sold Out His Coal And Wood Business
Had Long Been A Sufferer From Rheumatism And Had Recently Had Lung Fever
Tired of life and his continued ailments, and probably half crazed 
from the effects of recent lung fever, Carl H. Schmidt shot himself 
in the right temple at his home on Green Street, this city, yesterday 
morning at 3 o'clock. His wife had risen but a minute before and gone 
into an adjoining room. She heard the report and the revolver and 
coming in, found her husband lying on the floor by the bed from which 
he must have risen.
Mrs. Schmidt immediately telephoned for Dr. Luhman, who, upon arriving, 
telephoned for Coroner Meany. Coroner Meany brought Justice of the 
Peace Falge with him. The death was practically instantaneous.
Mr. Schmidt was 56 years of age, having been born in Hanover, Germany, 
in 1848, coming to this country in 1870. He was a former resident of 
the town of Newton. He moved to this city over fifteen years ago and 
was up to recently engaged in the wood and coal business next to 
elevator B of the Northern Grain Co. He had been troubled for a long 
time with rheumatism and other complaints. He married Miss Bremer in 
this country. His widow and nine children survive him. The children 
are: Lizzie, wife of Jake Wells, Charles, Fritz, Minnie, Mary, Ida, 
Walter, Lucy and George.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, February 11, 1904  pg. 1
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COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY.
In the matter of the estate of Carl H. Schmidt deceased. In Probate.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of Carl H. 
Schmidt of the City of Manitowoc, in said county, having been delivered into said 
court:
And Louise Schmidt of Manitowoc in said county, having presented to said court 
her petition in writing duly verified, representing, among other things, that said 
Carl H. Schmidt died testate, at Manitowoc in said County, on the 10th day of 
February, 1904; that said instrument is the last will of said deceased and that 
Louise Schmidt, is named therein as Executrix and praying that said insturment be 
proven and admitted to probate and that letters testamentary with will annexed be 
thereon issued to Louise Schmidt.
It is ordered, that said petition and the 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 29th day 
of March 1904, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered, that notice of the time and place of said hearing be 
given by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous 
to the time of said hearing, in the Nord Westen, a newspaper published in said 
Manitwoc county.
Dated March 2, 1904.
By the Court:
John Chlupek, County Judge.
Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, Thursday, March 3, 1904 P. 5
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Carl H. Schmidt
birth: 1848 Germany
death: 10 February 1904 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1904 City
spouse: Mary
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[bur. 02-13-1904/cause: suicide]


CAROLINE SCHMIDT  (d. 1923)

ILL FOUR YEARS DEATH COMES AS A RELEASE
Death came as a messenger of relief to Mrs. Caroline Schmidt, pioneer 
settler, who died at the home of her son William Schmidt 1301 Division 
street, yesterday afternoon. Mrs. Schmidt had been an invalid for four 
years and during the past two years her health had failed rapidly.
Mrs. Schmidt nee Behringer, was born July 31, 1856 in the Town of Two 
Rivers later removing to the Town of Newton where on May 1, 1876 she 
was married to John Schmidt, who survives her in death. For the past 
twenty-two years they have been residents of this city.
Funeral services will be held on Monday at 1:30 o'clock from the home 
and 2:00 o'clock from the First Reformed Church of which she has been 
a faithful member. Burial will be made at Evergreen Cemetery and Rev. 
Otto A. Menke will officiate at the services both at the church and at 
the cemetery.
Mrs. Schmidt is survived by her husband, John Schmidt, one son William 
with whom they made their home and a daughter Mrs. Carl Voigt of 
Sheboygan. Two brothers Henry Behringer of Newton and Jacob Behringer 
of Greenwood together with two grandchildren also survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, December 7, 1923 P.10
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[bur 12-10-1923/cause: arthritis deformons/bur. on John Schmidt lot]


CATHERINE "KATIE" SCHMIDT    (d. 1991)

Catherine (Katie) Schmidt, 80, of 435 N. 10th Street, Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
afternoon, June 12, 1991, at her residence following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be 10 :30 a.m. Saturday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. Vicar Paul Waldek will officiate with burial at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born November 3, 1910, in the country of Russia, daughter of the late 
John and Catherine Scheidt Peil. She came to the United States as a young child 
with her parents and settled in Milwaukee, Wis., and then coming to Manitowoc 
after her marriage to John G. Schmidt on October 27, 1927, at Milwaukee, Wis. He 
preceded her in death March 20, 1965. She was a member of First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church.
Survivors include three sons and a daughter-in-law, Walter Schmidt of Manitowoc, 
George and Sharon Schmidt of Manitowoc, Edward Schmidt of Manitowoc; four daughters 
and three sons-in-law, Dorothy and Wayne Jurgens of Plymouth, Wis., Marion and Gene 
Prange of Kiel, Wis., Nancy and John Krueger of Green Bay, Wis., Susan Gadzinski of 
Sheboygan, Wis.; a former son-in-law, Alan Gadzinski of Nevada; 15 grandchildren; 5 
great grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law, Edwin and Ione Peil of Columbus, 
Wis.; five sisters and three brothers-in-law, Mary Becker of Milwaukee, Wis., Leona 
Halla of Waukesha, Wis., Frieda and Carl Halla of Milwaukee, Wis., Emma and Raymond 
Callies of Milwaukee, Wis., Dorothy and Arthur Rademann of Denmark, Wis.; two other 
sisters-in-law, Grace Peil of Horican, (sic) Wis., Edna Peil of Milwaukee, Wis.; a 
long time friend, Rhea Champine of Manitowoc, Wis.; nieces, nephews and other 
relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a son, Eugene, an infant grandson, 
and four brothers.
Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of 
services.
Herald Times Reporter, June 13, 1991 P. B9
********
[widow of John Schmidt]


CHARLES SCHMIDT    (d. 1925)

CHAS. SCHMIDT, ILL FOR MONTHS, PASSES AWAY
Charles V. Schmidt, well known resident of the city and for years proprietor 
of the Blue Ribbon Hall, died at his home 721 Green street last night, death 
being due to an illness of several months resulting from a complication of 
ailments. Mr. Schmdit recently returned from the South where he had gone in 
hope of recuperating his health but it proved too late to benefit him.
Mr. Schmidt was born at Rapids June 16, 1880 (sic) and had always made his 
home here. He had been active in politics and a few years ago was a candidate 
for sheriff. In 1908 he was married to Ella Winkleman, who preceded him in 
death some years ago, leaving one son Charles, Jr., who survives, with an aged 
mother Mrs. Louis Schmidt, of this city, three brothers Fred, of Fond du Lac, 
Walter and George, this city and four sisters Mrs. Minnie Ladwig, Mrs. Louise 
Wiltgen, Mrs. Herbert Koepke and Miss Ida Schmidt, all of this city.
Funeral services will be held from the home Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, 
Rev. Menke officiating. Three members of the Eagles and three from the Moose, 
of which deceased was a member, will be pall bearers.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, March 5, 1925 P.2


CHARLES SCHMIDT JR    (d. 1926)

LOSES BRAVE FIGHT; DIES AT AGE OF 17
Charles Schmidt, forced to leave school last February when a member of the 
sophomore class at the Lincoln High school, lost his long fight against the 
inroads of disease and passed away at the home of his grandmother, Mrs. 
Louise Schmidt, 721 Green street, at 11:30 this morning. The funeral will be 
held Friday afternoon at 1:30 from the home, the Rev. O.A. Menke, officiating. 
Burial will be at Evergreen.
Born in this city March 31, 1909, Charles B. Schmidt was seventeen years old 
at his last birthday. He attended the local schools and had reached his 
sophomore year at high school when he was compelled to give up his studies by 
illness. His mother died a number of years ago and his father died less than 
a year ago. Surviving are his grandmother, with whom he made his home, and the 
other grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Winkleman of Silver Lake.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, August 18, 1926 P.2


CHARLOTTE SCHMIDT

Death from old age debility on Sun. morning of widow 
Charlotte Schmidt in the residence of her daughter, 
Mrs. John Jens here. Mrs. Schmidt was born in Germany 
in 1826 and has been a resident of Manitowoc for many 
years. She is survived by one daughter, the above named 
Mrs. Jens. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon at 
the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 01 June 1905
*********
Mrs. Charlotte Schmidt died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Jens, South 
Main street, last Sunday morning after a protracted illness with ailments 
incident to the infirmities to advanced age. The decedent was 79 years old. She 
was a native of Prussia, Germany. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. John Jens. 
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, June 1, 1905 P. 1
******
[Charlotte Leverenz/bur. 05-29-1905/age 79 yrs./cause: old age]
*********
CHARLOTTE’S 1ST MARRIAGE:

SCHMIDT: Johann 
b: Duebenitz, Meklenburgh-Schwerin
res: Manitowoc, workman
p: Johann Schmidt and unknown
m: 10 May 1857 in Manitowoc at First Ger. Evang. Luth. ch. (co. mar. index v.1 p.190) 
to: Charlotte Conrads
p: Heinrich Conrads and Elsie Gusten 

CHARLOTTE’S 2ND MARRIAGE:

LEVERENZ: John
m: 08 Apr 1873 (co. mar. index v.4 p.69) 
to: Charlot Schmidt"
============
[John Leverenz is on a different lot in the cemetery]


CLARA SCHMIDT    (d. 1875)

Death of Clara Schmidt on 19 Aug. at 5 a.m., only daughter of Carl H. and 
Bertha E. Schmidt, age 3 months 14 days. The couple has now lost both daughters.
Der Nord Westen, 19 Aug. 1875
**************
Name: Schmidt, Sophia Caroline Clara
D.:
B.:
Reg. D.: 12/31/1875
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 3 Mo. 13 Da.
B.P.:
D.P.: Mtwc. City
Cem.: Evergreen
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. G. Thiele
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1 p.189
***********
Possible birth record:
Sophie K Schmidt
b: 05 May 1875
Reel: 0114
Record: 002808


CLARA A. SCHMIDT    (d. 1990)

Mrs. Clara Schmidt, 98, of 1702 S. 10th Street, Manitowoc, died lat Wednesday 
evening, october 17, 1990. Funeral services will be 2 pm Saturday at First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate 
with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born April 13, 1892 in Reedsville, daughter of the late Paul and Rose Olp 
Pappe. She married Walter Schmidt on June 4, 1919 at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death November 16, 1983. Mrs. 
Schmidt was a life long member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include three daughters and a son-in-law, Marcille Tills of Manitowoc, 
Carole and Howard Pleuss of Appleton, Bette Huck of Manitowoc; 12 grandchildren, 
Lynette (Cookie) Huck, Donna Madson, Lowell Huck, Diane Brady, Gary Stechmesser, 
Shelley Peters, John Pleuss, Nancy Hanks, Tim Pleuss, Lori Granchalek, Linda Brown 
and their families which include 22 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death 
by two sisters and a brother-in-law, Rose Paape and Emma and Elmer Halversen, three 
sons-in-law, Chester Stechmesser, Elmer Tills and Lowell Huck.
Friends may call at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church from 12 noon Saturday 
until the time of services at 2 pm. Memorials may be made to First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church or the First German Lutheran Bell Tower Fund. Reinbold Pfeffer 
Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Oct. 19, 1990 page B9
*********
[widow of Walter Schmidt/bur. on Mrs. Julius H. Olp lot]


CLARA SCHMIDT    (d. 2002)

Clara Schmidt, age 87, of 1500 N. Third St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, Jan. 27, 
2002 at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 1, 2002 at First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce Bitter will officiate 
with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Clara was born on Oct. 21, 1914, at Kellnersville, daughter of the late Wencil 
and Mary Schuber Novachek. She grew up and was educated in the Kellnersville 
area. On July 02, 1936, Clara married Harold R. Schmidt. He preceded her in 
death on Dec. 24, 1977. Clara retired from Park Lawn Nursing Home in 1986. She 
was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Ladies Aid Society 
and the Senior Center crafts group.
She is survived by her five children: Robert (Audrey) Schmidt, Verona; Carolyn 
(Donald) Carbon, Manitowoc; Richard Schmidt, South Milwaukee; Dorothy Hohner, 
Jackson, Wis.; and Ronald (Lane) Schmidt, Durham, Calif.; 14 grandchildren; 22 
great-grandchildren; and one brother: William Novachek Sr., Manitowoc. Nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Clara was preceded in death 
by her husband: Harold; one brother: Emil Novachek; and two sisters: Anna Wacek 
and Mary Shamburek.
Relatives and friends may call at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
1033 S. Eighth St., Manitowoc, on Friday, Feb. 1, 2002 from 10 a.m. until the 
time of services at 11 a.m. E-mail letters of condolence may be sent to the 
Schmidt family c/o Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, at 
jrp@LAKEFIELD.NET .
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 30, 2002  P. A5
*********
Clara Schmidt, age 87, of 1500 N. Third St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, Jan. 27, 
2002 at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 1, 2002 at First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce Bitter will officiate 
with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Relatives and friends may call at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
1033 S. Eighth St., Manitowoc, on Friday, Feb. 1, 2002 from 10 a.m. until the 
time of services at 11 a.m. E-mail letters of condolence may be sent to the 
Schmidt family c/o Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, at 
jrp@lakefield.net.
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 31, 2002


CORA SCHMIDT

Mrs. Dominic Schmidt, 85, of 946 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc, died early Tuesday 
morning at Manitowoc County Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theophil Uetzmann will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Cora Mueller was born April 7, 1873, at Manitowoc, daughter of the 
late William and Henrietta Seeger Mueller. She was married Dec. 22, 1896, at 
Manitowoc to Dominic Schmidt, who died in 1930.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Edith Kluczinske, and a son, George, of Manitowoc 
and 14 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Ninth Street entrance, 
Manitowoc, after 2 p.m. Wednesday until 10:30 a.m. Thursday when the casket will 
be moved to the church where the body will be in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 29, 1958  P. 13
*******
[d. 04-29-1958/age 85 yrs./wife of Dominic Schmidt]


DAISY E. SCHMIDT

Sisters, Former Residents of City, Both Die in Milwaukee
Double Services To Be Held on Monday
Double funeral funeral services will be held in Manitowoc Monday 
for two sisters, former residents here, who died within 24 hours 
of each other at Milwaukee.
The sisters are Mrs. Adelbert C. Schmidt, who died Thursday morning, 
and Miss Emily J. Fulton, who died at 2:34 a.m. today.
Rites will take place at 2 p.m. Monday at the First Presbyterian 
church.
Mrs. Schmidt, 69, nee Daisy Fulton was born in Manitowoc Rapids in 
1877. She taught school in the county for several years and following 
her marriage to Mr. Schmidt, moved to Manitowoc, where she was an 
active member of the First Presbyterain church.
After the Schmidts moved to Milwaukee, Mrs. Schmidt became a member 
of the Immanueal Presbyterian church. She was known for her work in 
the Federated Church Women's council, the Court and Civic Conference, 
her Red Cross activities during the war and membership in the college 
Endowment group.
Mrs. Schmidt is survived by her husband, Attorney Adelbert C. Schmidt, 
a daughter, Mrs. Ruth V. Schmidt, two sisters, Mrs. Phillip Smith Sr., 
and Mrs. Fred Christiansen of Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Weiss funeral 
home in Milwaukee for Mrs. Schmidt and the body will be brought to 
Manitowoc for the services Monday and burial in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 29, 1946 P.1
(Note: The two obits were combined and I separated them to put with
the respective sister)
*********
[d. 11-28-1946 at Milwaukee, WI/age 69 yrs./bur. on Louise A Schmidt lot]


DELBERT A. SCHMIDT

Delbert A. Schmidt, age 92, of 8804 Beagle Lane, Two Rivers, died Wednesday, 
March 25, 2009, at his residence.
He was born Oct. 3, 1916, in Manitowoc, son of the late Emil Sr. and Louisa 
(Wenzel) Schmidt. Delbert worked on the family farm all his life. He enjoyed 
farming and the animals until the day he passed away. Delbert liked to go to 
the Reedsville auction and will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Delbert was preceded in death by six brothers: Emil Jr., Raymond, Edward, Wenzel, 
Arthur and Albert Schmidt; and one sister: Adelle Gartze.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 30, 2009, at The Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Kenneth 
Nelesen. Cremation will follow, and Delbert will be laid to rest at Evergreen 
Cemetery at a later date.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Monday, March 30, 2009, at The 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 
a.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 29, 2009


DELLA SCHMIDT  (d. 1928)

Miss Della Schmidt, 51, Dies at Home of Sister Here, 
After Long Illness
Miss Della Schmidt, aged 51 years, after a lingering illness passed 
away at the home of her sister, Mrs. Arthur Erdman, 1607 Division 
street. 
The deceased was born at Milwaukee and came here with her parents a 
number of years ago. Three brothers, Emil of Eagle Grove, Iowa, Edward 
and Arthur of this city and two sisters, Mrs. E. H. Sloan of Milwaukee, 
and Mrs. Arthur Erdman of this city survive.
Miss Schmidt was a member of the Altar guild of the St. James Episcopal 
church. Burial will take place on Saturday afternoon at 1:30 from the 
Erdman home on Division street and 2 o'clock from the St. James church, 
Rev. Hood officiating and interment will be at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thrusday, January 12, 1928 P.2
********
[cause: pernicious anaemia/bur. on Otto Schmidt lot]
********
(Della Schmidt/d. 11 Jan. 1928/age 50 yrs./from record of St. James 
Epis. ch., Manitowoc)


DELLA SCHMIDT    (d. 1977)

Mrs. Della A. Schmidt, 82, a resident of Shady Lane Home, formerly of 1714 S. 
12th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Kock will officiate with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmidt, nee Della Heller, was born July 6, 1894, at Kaukauna, daughter of 
the late August and Albertina Tucht Heller. She was educated in Neenah area schools 
and resided there until her marriage to Arthur J. Schmidt Oct. 21, 1922. He 
preceded her in death Aug. 15, 1954.
Survivors include nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Schneider Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 4 p.m. 
Thursday and at the church from noon Friday until the time of service. Harry J. 
Bergner is in charge of funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 2, 1977 P. 3
********
Mrs. Della A. Schmidt, 82, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Tuesday at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, instead of at First German Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, as 
previously announced because of remodeling under way at the church. The Rev. 
Norval W. Kock will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home after 4 o’clock this 
Thursday afternoon.
Herald Times Reporter, February 3, 1977  P. 20 
********
[widow of Arthur J. Schmidt]


DOMINIC SCHMIDT    (d. 1929)

D. SCHMIDT, 57, FRACTURES SKULL IN FALL
Well-Known Poultry Fancier of City Dies Last Night;  
The dead are Dominic Schmidt, 57, Manitowoc…Schmidt died at the hospital at 
8:30 o’clock last night from a basal fracture of the skull which he sustained 
in a fall while helping a neighbor raise the roof of his home…
Scaffolding Breaks 
Dominic Schmidt, 946 N. Eighth street, received the skull fracture when his 
head struck the sidewalk alongside the home of Vincent Maresh, 850 N. Ninth 
street, while a 2 x 4 on the staging they had built on which to work while 
raising the roof of the dwelling broke and caused both of them to fall. Schmidt 
was picked up unconscious and was immediately rushed to the hospital but he died 
without regaining consciousness. His companion, Maresch, landed on his right 
elbow and suffered from bruises and shock and is at present confined to his bed 
at his home. The accident occurred at 10:30 o’clock Sunday morning.
Schmidt, a well known poultry fancier of the vicinity, has been a resident of 
Manitowoc for the past 47 years. Born in Germany on September 7, 1872, he came 
to Milwaukee when a year old and the family moved to this city nine years later. 
On December 22, 1896, he married Miss Cora Mueller, who with three children, Mrs. 
Alf Iverson, Grand Rapids, Miss Edith at home and George at home; three brothers, 
Anton and John Deeks of Fumatra, Montana, and Andrew Deeks of this city; six 
sisters, Mrs. August Franz; Mrs. William Junk, Mrs. John L. Franz, Mrs. Emil 
Westphal and Mrs. Arthur Radtke, all of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Richard Fenske, 
Chicago, and four grandchildren, survive.
Funeral services will be held from the home at 916 N. Eighth Street at 8:30 
o’clock and from the St. Boniface church at 9 o’clock on Wednesday morning. 
Father Kersten officiating. Interment will take place at Evergreen 
Second Tragedy in Family
Mr. Schmidt received his fatal injuries about 12 hours after the death of his 
niece, Mrs. Melvin Mackey, 22, who died at the home of her father, Andrew Deeks 
on Saturday night. Funeral services for Mrs. Mackey will be held on Tuesday morning.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 7, 1929  P. 2
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[Dominic/bur. 9 Oct. 1929/age 57 yrs./cause: fracture of base of skull]


DONALD C. SCHMIDT

Donald C. "Butch" Schmidt, age 77, a Manitowoc resident, died Sunday morning, 
Nov. 7, 2004, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. 
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2004, at 
Redeemer Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the 
Rev. Richard Miller with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside 
military rites will be accorded by VFW Otto Oas Post #659, Manitowoc. 
Donald was born March 8, 1927, in Two Rivers, son of the late Clarence H. and 
Martha Boness Schmidt. Donald attended St. John's Lutheran School and graduated 
from Washington High School with the class of 1945. He served in the United 
States Navy from Jan. 26, 1945 until Jan. 2, 1948. On Dec. 28, 1956, he married 
Marie Tittl in Dubuque, Iowa. Butch was employed at Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry 
for 29 years, retiring in 1991. Don enjoyed spending time with his family, 
especially his granddaughter, Malachia. He was a member of VFW Otto Oas Post 
#659 of Manitowoc. 
Survivors include his wife: Marie Schmidt, Manitowoc; special daughter and 
son-in-law: Dawn and Jim Dabeck, Manitowoc; special loving granddaughter: 
Malachia. He is further survived by a sister-in-law: Lorna Tittle, Eagan, Minn.; 
two nephews and one niece: Matt (Carrie) Tittl, West Allis; Steven Hempel, Two 
Rivers; and Toni (David) Pflieger, Two Rivers. 
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother: Robert Schmidt; two sisters 
and brothers-in-law: Delores (Tom) Hempel, Doris Schmidt and Karl Tittl. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Manitowoc,
on Wednesday evening from 5 p.m. until the time of service at 7 p.m. 
Memorials made to Redeemer Lutheran Church would be appreciated. 
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, is assisting the family.
Herald Times Reporter, Tuesday, Nov. 09, 2004 


EDDIE SCHMIDT

Death of Alois Schmidt(sic), nine year old son of August and 
Louise Schmidt, last Friday. Burial took place Sunday.
Der Nord Westen, 07 Mar. 1878
*********
Eddie, an adopted son of August Schmidt, nine years of age, was buried 
on Sunday, he having died from the effects of measles. He was a bright 
little fellow, and his death is regretted by all who knew him.
Manitowoc Tribune, March 7, 1878 P. 3
*********
(Note: I conferred with the cemetery office about this entry to find out
if Alois in the obit is Eddie because the dates match the computer printout
that is in brackets at the cem. entry although the stone is a month off.)
Here is the reply:
[I believe so. He is buried on the lot with August & Louise. 
The burial register says buried the son of August Schmitt 
on 3/3/1878, so I’m guessing error on the marker with the 
date and error in the obit with the 1st name.]


EDWARD SCHMIDT    (d.1929)

Edward Schmidt Passes Away Today At The Hospital
Edward Schmidt, 65, a resident of Manitowoc since childhood and who 
has been ill for a year past and a patient at the hospital since last 
September, passed away there, this morning. The deceased was born in 
Milwaukee January 3, 1864 and came to Manitowoc to reside a few years 
later. He was married to Miss Emma Lutzke who passed away fourteen 
years ago. Two sons, Harry at Valders and Roland of this city, one 
brother Arthur of this city, and two sisters, Emma in Chicago and Mrs. 
Amanda Erdman of this city survive.
The remains may be viewed this evening at the Pfeffer parlors from 7 
to 9. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at two o'clock 
from the Pfeffer parlors with Rev. Kuhn officiating. Interment will 
be at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, May 31, 1929
*******
[cause: pernicious anemia]
(Edward Schmidt/d. May 31, 1929 age 65 yrs. 4 mo. 27 da./from burial
records of St. John's United Church of Christ)


EDWARD J. SCHMIDT   (d. 1970)

Col. Schmidt of Manitowoc dies at Age 77
Col. Edward J. Schmidt, 77, of 1609 S. 13th St., whose military
service and veterans organization careers set precedents for 
longevity, died Friday evening at Holy Family Hospital, following
an illness of one week.
Colonel Schmidt's military and veteran's organization service was
probably unparallelled in Wisconsin history. He was active in both
of these patriotic fields for more than half a century and served
overseas as a Wisconsin National Guardsman called into federal
service both in World Wars I and II.
His service to veterans' organizations was highlighted by more than
50 years of duty as adjutant-quartermaster of the Department of
Wisconsin, Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Awarded Purple Heart
Colonel Schmidt was elected to this post at Eau Claire in 1924,
serving from then until retiring in 1969, except for the time he
was in service in World War II.
No "rear echelon" soldier Schmidt was awarded the Purple Heart while
serving in World War I and earned the Silver Star for heroic action
near Tarakena Village, New Guinea, during World War II.
The veteran combat soldier commanded the 127th Infantry Regiment of
the famed Wisconsin-Michigan 32nd (Red Arrow) Division during its
baptism of fire in the Papuan campaign in New Guinea, highlighted by
the Battle for Buna Mission.
Colonel Schmidt was hit by malaria and transferred to Australia, then
returned to the states at the close of 1945.
In 1946, he was discharged from active duty at Camp McCoy and entered
active reserve status, culminating a military career which began with
his enlistment as a private in Manitowoc's old Company H of the 
Wisconsin National Guard June 10, 1910.
.....2 paragraphs about dinner honoring him...
Colonel Schmidt was born June 30, 1893, at Chicago, Ill., son of the
late John and Theresa Kerscher Schmidt, of Manitowoc.
Funeral Tuesday
He was a member of Veterans of World War I, Barracks 2565; Association
of the US Army, 45-year member of American Legion; Reserve Officers
Assn. of the US, the United Commercial Travelers, Izaak Walton League
of America, Deputy Sheriff's Assn of Manitowoc County; the 127th
Infantry Association of the 32nd Infantry Association; Independent
Order of Odd Fellows, and Manitowoc Lodge 687, Benevolent and Protective
Order of Elks; Fraternal Order of Eagles; Lions Club; a life member of
the VFW; Military Order of Cooties (the fun organization of the VFW)
and the Retreads, the Military Officers Sixth Digit Assn., life member
of the VFW Past Commander's Club and the Reserve Officers of the US.,
life member of the 32nd Division Veterans Assn. Les Terribles.
He was married to Viola Jirikowic in 1918. She preceded him in death
in 1947. On Jan. 31, 1948, he married Ivy Jackson at Medford, Wis.
She and a daughter survive.
Funeral services will be Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, September 19, 1970  p.2
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MARINETTE MAN PRAISES CAPT. SCHMIDT, THIS CITY
Lieut. Lester Lindsey, Here for Brief Visit, 
Served in Command With Manitowoc Soldier
High tribute was paid to the bravery of Capt. Edward Schmidt, former 
commander of Co. H. of this city, by Lieut. Lester Lindsey, of Marinette, 
who served with Company I. formerly of Marinette and commanded by Capt. 
Schmidt in his service overseas. The Manitowoc officer is declared by 
Lieut. Lindsey to have distinguished himself and was given recognition 
by General Pershing for distinguished service. Lieut. Lindsey, who 
recently arrived in the states, was in the city today en route to his 
home at Marinette and was a guest at the Johnson home on North Ninth 
street. He leaves for his home this evening. “Manitowoc may be proud of 
Capt. Schmidt,” said Lieut. Lindsey, who has served in a number of battles 
under the Manitowoc officer. Capt. Schmidt was transferred from Co. H. 
after his arrival overseas was assigned to command Co. I. of the 127th. 
Capt. Schmidt was gassed on two occasions according to reports and at the 
time Lieut. Lindsey left Europe was still in the hospital. Capt. Schmidt 
left here in command of Co. H. and was with the company of Co. H. and was 
with the company until arrival in service. The tribute by Lieut. Lindsey 
is a most enthusiastic one and one in which Manitowoc takes pride.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, February 07, 1919 Page 1
********
CAPT. SCHMIDT HOME DAY IN ADVANCE OF SCHEDULE
Company F and Large Crowd at Station to Give First Public 
Demonstration for Returning Soldier
Frist public demonstration in honor of a returning soldier was given 
Capt. Edward Schmidt, ex-commander of Company H upon his arrival last 
night and but for the fact that Capt. Schmidt reached here a day in 
advance of schedule a larger demonstration would have been staged in 
honor of the officer who led the flower of the city’s soldiery out to 
battle. More than one hundred people including members of Company H, 
home guards, the Boy Scouts and others, were at the station when the 
train pulled in at 8:30 and as Capt. Schmidt alighted form the car he 
was greeted by three cheers and a ? followed by a yell “What’s the 
matter with Capt. Schmidt” and the response “He’s All Right.” The man 
who had faced German machine gun bullets, had led his troops up to the 
enemy lines and gone over the top in a way that won him a citation from 
Gen. Pershing for unusual bravery, was unable to run the gauntlet of 
the cheering crowd at home and he hurried from the station to avoid a 
further demonstration, promising that he would “see the boys later.” 
Mrs. Schmidt was not at the station when Capt. Schmidt arrived and his 
hurried departure was permitted by the crowd who realized that he was 
anxious to get home. Relatives escorted the captain to his residence 
where there was a joyful reunion of husband and wife after a separation 
of nearly two years. Later in the evening members of Company F with an 
impromptu drum corps paraded the streets and marched to the home of 
Capt. Schmidt on Marshall street where the crowd was briefly addressed 
by the returned officer who expressed his appreciation of the hearty 
reception. Capt. Schmidt was not expected home until today but a message 
received at 6 o’clock last night told of his earlier arrival. Owing to 
the shortness of the time after the receipt of the message until the hour 
of train arrival it was impossible to organize the demonstration that had 
been planned but thirty members of Company F were rounded up by telephone 
and met the train at the station. Later the company returned to the armory 
donned uniforms and organized the parade in which a large number of 
citizens joined as escorts. Today Capt. Schmidt was not inclined to talk 
of the service overseas and said that he had not been discharged but was 
still under government orders. He said that he would return to Chicago 
within a day or two and did not know when he would be mustered out. Until 
that time he did not care to talk. Capt. Schmidt left here in command of 
Company H on July 15, 1917 but he was privileged to visit here for a brief 
time while the command was at Camp MacArthur, Texas. Capt. Schmidt did 
not lead Company H boys of this city in the battle lines, having been 
transferred to command of the Marinette company, old Company I with which 
he rendered distinguished service. Although twice gassed and wounded Capt. 
Schmidt returned home apparently in robust health though he has not entirely 
recovered from the effects of gassing which he suffered. Less than a month 
ago Capt. Schmidt had been ordered to London to head an expedition to carry 
food supplies to the American and allied forces in Russia but upon arrival 
in London his condition did not permit of the undertaking and he was ordered 
back to the states and it is expected will receive his discharge from service 
in a short time. Manitowoc is proud of the record made by Capt. Schmidt as 
it is that of the other boys in the service from here.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, April 29, 1919 Page 1
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[widower of Viola Schmidt and husband of Ivy Schmidt]
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Miss Viola C. Jirikowic and Mr. Edward Schmidt were married 8:30 o'clock last 
night at the German M.E. Church. Rev. C. F. Schellhase performed the ceremony. 
The bride is a daughter of Joseph Jirikowic and is a popular southside young 
lady.
Mr. Schmidt is an industrious young man and has been employed for several years 
by Frank Kerscher. He is first lieutenant of Company H but did not leave with 
the national guardsmen this morning having remained to secure recruits to bring 
the company up to the full war strength of 150 men.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 22, 1916


ELIZABETH SCHMIDT

Death Claims Mrs. A. Schmidt Life Long Resident of City Was Ill Less Than One Week
Death came to Mrs. August Schmidt So. Tenth street, Thursday after an illness of 
less than one week's duration.  Mrs. Schmidt was take ill last Friday and on 
Monday was compelled to take to her bed and failed to rally from the attack, 
death resulting at 4 o'clock Thursday.  Mrs. Schmidt was born in this city 55 
years ago and was Miss Elizabeth Rauber before her marriage thirty three years 
ago to August Schmidt; seven daughters, Mrs. Frank Drumm, Mrs. Walter Flint, Mrs. 
Frank Lagesse and Miss Ida this city.  Mrs. Richard Lade, Green Bay, Mrs. C. 
Taushek, Escanaba and Mrs. Walter Behrens, Sheboygan and three sons Max, Walter, 
and Arthur this city.  The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 from the 
late home.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Friday, May 10, 1912
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DIED-Mrs. August Schmidt died at her home on South 10th Street Thursday afternoon 
after a week's illness, aged 55 years. She is survived by her husband, seven daughters 
and three sons. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon. Burial was in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
The Manitowoc Pilot, Volume LIII., Manitowoc, Wis., Thursday, May 16, 1912, 
Number 46, front page.

Gestorben-Am Donnerstag Nachmittag starb Frau August Schmidt, die Gattin des an 
der Süd-Mainstraße wohnhaften Grobschmiedes und Wagenmachters August Schmidt. Die 
Verstorbene wurde am 9. November 1857 in Manitowoc geboren und ist stets hier 
wohnhaft gewesen. Am Freitag erkrankte sie an  der Cholera Morbus, welche Krankeit 
sie jedoch nicht zwang, fortwährend im Bette zu bleiben, man hoffte bestimmt auf 
ihre Genesung, bis am Mittwoch ein Schlagfluß einsetze, der sich am Donnerstag 
Nachmittag wiederholte und dann den Tod der Kranken herbeifürte. Sie hinterläßt 
ausser ihrem Gatten drei Söhne und sieben Töchter. Die Beerdigung findet am Sonntag 
nachmittag um 2 Uhr statt.-Manitowoc Post, Jahrgang 31., Freitag, den 10 ten 
Mai, 1912, No. 100

Deaths-On Thursday afternoon Mrs. August Schmidt, the wife of the South Main Street 
blacksmith and wagon maker, August Schmidt, died.  The deceased was born on 9 
November 1857 in Manitowoc and was a continual resident of here.  On Friday she 
became sick with Cholera Morbus, which sickness she really couldn't constrain, in 
constant bed rest, one truly hoped of her recovery, until on Wednesday a stroke of 
decline overtook , which on Thursday afternoon overtook again and then led to the 
death of the sick. Besides her spouse, she left behind three sons and seven daughters.  
The burial takes place on Sunday afternoon at two o'clock. 
-interpretation by Emilie B. Lindemann

Gestorben-Nach einer Krankeit von wenigen Tagen starb am Donnerstag Nachmittag 
Frau Elizabeth Schmidt, Gattin des an der Süd-Mainstraße wohnhaften Grobschmiedes 
August Schmidt. Die Verstorbene, welche vor 55 Jahren in Manitowoc geboren wurde 
und stets hier wohnhaft gewesen, ist erkrankte am Freitag an der Cholera Morbus. 
Sie wurde durch die Krakeit fehr geschwächt, so daß sie am Montag das Bett nicht 
mehr verlassen konnte. Am Mittwoch setze ein Schlagfluß ein, der sich am Donnerstag 
wiederholte und ihren Tod herbeiführte. Sie hinterläßt außer ihren Gatten drei 
Söhne und sieben Tochter. Die Beerdigung fand am Sonntag Nachmittag statt.
-Die Wahrheit, No. 832, Manitowoc, Dienstag, den 14. Mai 1912, 16. Jahrgang

Deaths-After a sickness of a few days, Mrs. Elizabeth Schmidt, spouse of the 
South Main St. blacksmith August Schmidt, died on Thursday afternoon. The deceased, 
who was born 55 years earlier in Manitowoc and became a continuous resident of here, 
became sick on Friday with Cholera Morbus.  She became quite weak throughout the 
sickness, so that she was confined to bed rest on Monday.  On Wednesday a stroke 
of worsening overtook and returned on Thursday, leading to her death.  Besides her 
spouse, she left behind three sons and seven daughters.  The burial took place on 
Sunday afternoon. -interpretation by Emilie B. Lindemann
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
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[Elizabeth Mrs. Lizzie/9 Nov. 1857/9 Mai 1912/cause: anaemia]


ELLA SCHMIDT    (d. 1919)

DEATH TAKES YOUNG BRIDE
Mrs. C.F. Schmidt, Wedded Less than Year, is Victim of Destroyer
A bride of less than a year, Mrs. Charles F. Schmidt, died at the home, Palace 
Hall, Silver Lake, this morning, the announcement coming as a painful shock to 
family and friends. Mrs. Schmidt was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. Winkleman and 
was but 21 years of age. She was a native of this county and attended the city 
schools. Her death followed the birth of a child a few days ago. Mr. Schmidt 
succeeded Mr. Winkleman as proprietor of Palace Hall, a Silver Lake Resort and 
the young couple had made their home there since marriage. Friends will tender 
sympathy to the bereaved family.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., Apr. 28, 1909 page 3
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(Note: Stone and cemetery record have d. 1919, but her obituary is in the 1909
paper. Charles Jr. was born in 1909, possible the child in the obituary?)
*********
Miss Ella Winkelman and Charles Schmidt were married at Silver Lake. The bride 
is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Winkelman and the groom formerly was in the 
saloon business on Washington Street. The couple are off on a honeymoon trip to 
Milwaukee and Chicago.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., Dec. 17, 1908 


ELLA SCHMIDT    (d. 1958)

Mrs. William Schmidt, 72, of Valders, died at 5 a.m. Monday at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Berge Funeral Home, Valders, 
with the Rev. Jerry E. Moe officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
The former Ella Duchow was born at Rantoul June 20, 1886, daughter of the 
late Mr. and Mrs. William Duchow. She was married to William Schmidt, Nov. 6, 
1907, at Rantoul. The couple lived at Menasha and Collins before moving to 
Valders where they lived the past 43 years.
Surviving are the husband; two sons, Alvin of Hebron, Ill., and Alfred of 
Manitowoc; a brother, Adolph of Collins and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 10, 1958  P.11
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[Ella Alma/d. 11-10-1958/age 72 yrs./wife of William C. Schmidt]


ELMER G. SCHMIDT    (d. 1992)

Elmer G. Schmidt, age 71, of 3507 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc, died Saturday evening, 
December 12, 1992, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. on Wednesday, at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Richard Lind will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. 
There will be Military Rites accorded at the gravesite by VFW Post No. 659.
He was born Febuary (sic) 28, 1921, at Poskin, Wis., son of the late George and 
Sarah Hoff Schmidt. He grew up in Barron County, Wis., attending local schools. 
He moved to Manitowoc in 1940. He served with the U.S. Navy during World War II. 
He was employed for 30 years for Allied Metal Treating Company. The last 15 years 
he managed that company. For 13 years he was employed by the Jagemann Stamping 
Company, retiring in 1987. He was married to Audrey E. Lenz, October 16, 1948, at 
First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. He is a member of First Lutheran Church, and the 
VFW Post No. 659 of Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Audrey; two sons and daughters-in-law, George E. and 
Kathleen Schmidt, Green Bay, Steven P. and Cheryl Schmidt, Fond du Lac; four 
grandchildren; one great granddaughter; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Wallace 
and Clara Schmidt, Almena, Wis., Ervin and Marge Schmidt, Eau Claire, Dale and 
Phee Schmidt, Blaine, Minn., and Milton and Inez Schmidt, Barron, Wis.; one sister 
and brother-in-law, Doris and Irving Sirlin, St. Paul, Minn. Also nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in death by two brothers, 
infant Richard Schmidt, and Lester Schmidt.
A memorial fund has been established in his memory.
Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. 
on Tuesday, December 15, 1992, and Wednesday at the church from 10 a.m. until the 
time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, December 14, 1992 P. A2


EMIL SCHMIDT    (d. 1954)

Emil Schmidt, 84, who had been living the past 19 years in the town 
of Two Rivers, died at his home, Rt. 2, Manitowoc, Tuesday afternoon 
following a lingering illness.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Emmanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Theophil Uetzman officiating. 
Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmitdt was born May 14, 1869, in Steinbaden, Germany, and came 
to this country in 1899. He settled first in Chicago. On Oct. 2, 1902 
he married the former Louisa Wenzel of Sheboygan. He operated a meat 
market in that city for two years, then moved to Wabeano where he 
continued in that business for seven years.
The Schmidts moved to Manitowoc in 1911, where Mr. Schmidt operated a 
meat market located on South Tenth Street for 30 years. He was a noted 
breeder of Brown Swiss cattle.
Surviving are the wife; two daughters, Mrs. Hans Gartze of Crystal Lake, 
Ill., and Mrs. Walter E. Borgwardt of Valders; five sons, Raymond of 
Manitowoc, Edward and Arthur of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, Wenzel of Broadview, 
Ill., and Delbert at home; 17 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after 3 p.m. 
Thursday until 10 a.m. Friday when the casket will be moved to the 
church where the body will lie in state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, April 21, 1954 P.9
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[d. 04-20-1954/age 84 yrs.]


EMIL SCHMIDT JR.    (d. 1945)

Body of Emil Schmidt Found in Little Manitowoc River 
Recovered This Morning by Coastguardsmen, Weighed Down With a Bag of Stones
The body of Emil Schmidt, whose wife Lois is in a critical condition at the 
Holy Family Hospital following a bludgeon assault in which her three-year-old 
son, Lynn Fraser, was slain, was found shortly before noon today in the Little 
Manitowoc River. 
The body, weighed down by a 25-pound bag of stones, was located under the 
bridge of Waldo boulevard, near where Schmidt’s abandoned automobile was found 
parked late Monday afternoon by the police. 
Officers found blood-stained clothing in the abandoned car, which was later 
identified as belonging to ___ ____.
Discovery of the body in the river, in ___ ___ of water, was made by two members 
of the Two Rivers Coast Guard…
(Remainder of article on Page 1 not transcribed due to many areas of underinking)…
(Cont. on Page 4, Column 6) BODY OF EMIL SCHMIDT FOUND  (cont. from Page 2)
Brother said Emil Schmidt left but returned briefly at 9 o’clock and then drove 
away in his car.
After the discovery of the Schmidt car on Waldo Boulevard late in the afternoon, 
Police Chief J. J. Kuplic ordered his officers to start dragging operations. 
Sergeant George Tulach and Traffic Officer Frank Orchekowski manned the police 
boat and they pulled a drag up and down the river until forced by darkness to 
quit.
The coast Guard came down from Two Rivers shortly before 10 o’clock this morning. 
After three or four patrols under the bridge the drag hooked the body. The Coast 
Guard men had difficulty in getting it into the boat because there was a bag of 
stones tied around Schmidt’s neck with a five-foot length of stout rope.
Started Arguing 
When police opened the rear trunk of the coupe yesterday afternoon, they found 
most of Schmidt’s clothes, all on hangers piled neatly in the car. Under these 
clothes was another bundle, shirt, pant and coat, rolled in a heap. All of these 
were bloodstained. 
Dist. Atty. Danielson said that the way the whole tragedy is pieced together, it 
appears that Schmidt had gone down town Monday morning, returned to the farm home 
later to get his personal belongings and then became involved in an argument with 
his wife. What prompted the trouble between Schmidt and his 22-year-old wife, an 
expectant mother, probably will never be known.
Inquiry at the Northern Wisconsin Produce company, where Schmidt was employed, 
disclosed that he had not been at work Saturday and had not reported for work 
Monday morning. George Simmet, father of Mrs. Schmidt, also employed by the same 
company, had worked Monday morning, leaving the home ahead of his son-in-law and 
then returned for dinner Monday noon to find his daughter near death and her 3-year-
old son dead in his crib in an upstairs bedroom.
The former husband of Mrs. Schmidt, Bernard Fraser, is serving in the U.S. Navy in 
the Philippines.
Institute Search 
News of the tragedy Monday spread like wildfire throughout city and county. County 
traffic officers and deputy sheriffs joined with police in throwing a dragnet in 
all directions in an effort to find a trace of Mr. Schmidt. After the Schmidt coupe, 
with the keys in the dash was located on Waldo boulevard, a hasty search was started 
in Lincoln park and the adjoining fields and woods.
Last night deputies formed guards about the home of Emil Schmidt, Sr., father of the 
dead man, the Simmet home on the Lake shore road and at the hospital, on the theory 
that Schmidt, if still alive, might visit one of these places. 
This morning, when Undersheriff Clarence Baryenbruch and County Traffic Officer 
Clarence Meihsner learned that Schmidt had been seen running toward the Little 
Manitowoc river along Waldo boulevard, from his parked car, contacted the Two Rivers 
Coast Guard and soon the dragging operations were under way that led to discovery 
of the body.
Last night Mrs. George Simmet, who was in Chicago, accompanying her son back to his 
navy base there, returned to Manitowoc. She collapsed on reaching her home and learning 
of the tragedy that sent her daughter to the hospital critically injured and the death 
of her grandson.
D. A. Well Pleased
“My office is more than satisfied with the fine cooperation received form the police, 
the Coast Guard and the county deputies and traffic officers, District Attorney 
Danielson said this afternoon. Through their efforts we have secured a compete report 
of what took place as much as it is humanly possible to get.” 
The body of Emil Schmidt was removed to the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home 
this afternoon. Plans for the funeral will be announced tomorrow.
His survivors include his wife, Lois, whom he married in September, 19??, parents Mr. 
and Mrs. Emil Schmidt, Sr., of route 2, Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Hans____ of 
Woodstock, Ill., and Doris? at home; five brothers, Raymond and Edward of the city, 
Wen___ in the navy in the Philippines, Arthur of route 2, Manitowoc and Elbert at home. 
No funeral plans have been made for little 1-year-old Lynn Fraser, victim of yesterday’s 
tragedy. The body is at the Pfeffer funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 9, 1945  pp. 1,4
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[d. 10-08-1945/age 41 yrs.]


EMILY SCHMIDT

Mrs. Schmidt Passes Away
Mrs. Emily Schmidt, aged 83, and for over fifty years a resident of 
Manitowoc county, passed away, at the family home at 1120 Division 
Street early yesterday evening, death resulting of a complication of 
diseases and the infirmities of old age. The sadness of her death is 
somewhat lessened in that her eight long months of suffering are at 
an end and death came as a relief to her.
Mrs. Schmidt, nee Emily Hadezisky, was born in Germany and at the age 
of fourteen years removed to this country with her parents, taking up 
a home on a farm in the town of Newton. In her early years of womanhood 
she left the home in Newton and made her home in Chicago for a few years 
later going to Milwaukee where she was married to Mr. Schmidt. After 
fifteen years she removed to this city with her family and took up 
residence in the home in which she passed away. 
Seven children were born to the couple and six survive to mourn the death, 
three daughters, Mrs. Emily Sloan of Chicago, Mrs. Albert Erdman and Miss 
Della Schmidt of this city, and three sons, Emil, of Eagle Grove, Iowa; 
and Edward and Arthur of this city. One sister, Mrs. William Lodhloz of 
Marathon, and two brothers, Henry of Abbotsford and Ernst of Wausau also 
survive. Mr. Schmidt passed away over forty years ago.
Funeral services will be held on Monday at 2 o'clock from the home and at 
2:30 from the St. James church, the Reverend Father Reynolds officiating, 
and burial will take place at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, February 19, 1926 P.2
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[Emily Schmidt, died 2/18/1926 in Manitowoc, buried 2/22/1926, 
cause of death: chronic myocarditis]
(Mrs. Emily Schmidt/d. 25 Feb. 1926/age 83 yrs./from record of St. 
James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)


EMMA SCHMIDT    (d. 1917)

DAUGHTER AWAKENS TO FIND MOTHER DEAD AT HER SIDE
Mrs. Edward Schmidt Passes Away A Victim of Sudden Heart Attack Saturday Night
Death came to Mrs. Edward Schmidt, 1409 Thirteenth street, while she was in sleep 
Saturday night, discovery that her mother was dead being made by the daughter, 
Miss Elsa Schmidt, when she arose Sunday morning… (Lines underinked)… of death.
Miss Schmidt, who left the bed in which she had been sleeping with her mother to 
visit another room, returned to make an inquiry about some household matter and 
made the discovery of death when she was unable to get a response from her mother.
Mrs. Schmidt was born April 21, 1875 and had always resided in the county. She is 
survived by her husband, one daughter, Elsa, and two sons, Roland and Harry.
The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon from St. John’s Evangelical church, Rev. 
Krueger, Sheboygan, officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 28, 1917  P.1
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[Mrs. Edward Schmidt/bur. 05-30-1917/cause: caridac dilstion]


EMMA B. SCHMIDT    (d. 1874)

Died. Schmidt - In this city, on Tuesday, September 1st at 3 1/2 o'clock A.M., 
Emma B., daughter of Carl H. and Bertha Schmidt, aged 7 months and 11 days. The 
funeral will take place on Thursday, at 2 P.M. 
We beg to assure the afflicted parents of our heartfelt sympathy with them, in 
their hour of sorrow.
Manitowoc Tribune, Vol. 21 No. 40, Tuesday, September 1, 1874, Page 4
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Death notice in Der Nord Westen, 3 Sept. 1874
Death of Emma B. Schmidt on 1 Sept. She was the little daughter of Carl
H. and Bertha Schmidt, and was 7 years, 22 days old.


EMMA J. SCHMIDT  (d. 1943)

Mrs. Peter Schmidt, 46, of 909 South 21st street, died Wednesday 
afternoon shortly after suffering a heart attack.
She was stricken shortly after completing her day's work at the 
Northern Wisconsin Produce Company plant on Clark street and was 
dead upon arrival of a physician.
Funeral services will be held Saturday morning, at 9:30 o'clock from 
the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and at 10 o'clock from 
St. Mary's Catholic church with the Rev. John Landowski officiating. 
Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Schmidt, nee Emma Ebenhoe, was born in Clarks Mills on Dec. 6, 
1896. She was married on May 12, 1919, and the couple moved to 
Manitowoc after living at Clarks Mills for one year.
Survivors are the widower; one daughter, Gay, at home; two brothers, 
Joseph Ebenhoe of this city and Wenzel Ebenhoe of Brillion; two step-
brothers, John Ebenhoe and George Heindl, both of this city; three 
sisters, Mrs. Anna Kabat and Mrs. Marcus Denk of this city and Mrs. 
Edward Manlick of Auburndale, Wis.
The body will lie in state at the funeral home from 7 o'clock this 
evening to the time of the funeral and the rosary will be recited 
there at 7:30 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, July 15, 1943 P.2
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[d. 07-14-1943/age 46 yrs./wife of Peter Schmidt]


ERNST SCHMIDT

MALSTER DIES AT HIS WORK
Ernst J. Schmidt Drops Dead At Malting Firm Plant
Ernst J. Schmidt, 50, a maltster at the Rahr Malting company, dropped dead 
of a heart attack this morning at the plant. He collapsed on the floor of 
the cleaning house shortly after he started back to his work, after taking 
a drink at one of the fountains.
Workmen ran to Schmidt's assistance and carried him outside. He was dead 
before the arrival of a physician and the city ambulance.
Dr. Gerald Eau, county coroner summoned from Two Rivers, announced there 
would be no inquest.
Funeral services for Mr. Schmidt will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. from the 
home, 1318 South 13th street and at 2 p.m. from the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran church. Interment will be at Evergreen cemetery.
The deceased was born in Shawano county in 1885 and came to Manitowoc in 
1904. Twenty-three years ago he entered the employ of the Rahr company as 
a maltster and was with that company contiunously since. He was a member of 
the Brewers and Maltster union and serviced as financial secretary of the 
union for 13 years.
Mr. Schmidt was married to Miss Dora Leider ??????.
Survivors are his widow; aged mother, Mrs. August Schmidt, 86, Bonduel, Wis.; 
two daughters, Mrs. Fred Brick and Mrs. Earl Mueller, both of this city; two 
sons, Harold and Arthur, both of this city; three brothers, Robert, Bonduel, 
Wis., Frederick of Chilton, Wis., and Paul of Sheboygan; two sisters, Mrs. 
Hannah Ehmke, Embarrass, Wis., and Mrs. Martha Bgaumann, Plymouth, and four 
grandchildren.
The body will be moved to the home, Wednesday noon from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, August 27, 1935
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[bur. 08-30-1935/age 50 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis] 


F. CARL SCHMIDT    (d. 1947)

F. Carl Schmidt, 69, former Manitowoc druggist, who left here to locate in 
Milwaukee 35 years ago, died Saturday night at St. Mary's hospital in that city. 
Funeral services will be held 2 pm Tuesday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
with interment in Evergreen Cemetery. The Rev. C.H. Phipps of First Presbyterian 
Church will officiate.
Mr. Schmidt was born in Madison in 1878 and 10 years later his parents, the late 
Mr. and Mrs. Carl G. Schmidt, moved to this city. He attended city schools and was 
graduated from the First Ward high school. Later he learned the pharmacy trade at 
the Bernstein drug store and opened his own store with his brother, Adelbert, which 
operated as the Schmidt Brothers drug store at the present site of the North End 
Drug Company.
Thirty-five years ago Mr. Schmidt moved to Milwaukee where he was associated with 
the Dohman Drug Company, a wholesale drug firm. He made his home at ?? House in 
Milwaukee.
Survivors are three brothers, Adelbert of Milwaukee, Robert of Sheboygan and Grover 
of ?; two sisters, Miss Louise and Miss Anna Schmidt of this city; two nieces and 
two nephews also survive.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home Tuesday after noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Dec. 29, 1947


FRED SCHMIDT

Name: Schmidt, Fred
D.: 11/10/1869
B.: 2/16/1842
Reg. D.: 1/15/1870
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 27 Yrs. 8 Mo. 20 Da.
B.P.: Braunschweig
D.P.: Mtwc.
Cem.: Evergreen
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: M. H. Quehl
Spouse:
F.: Heinrich Schmidt
M.: Friderike Schuette
Cause of Death: Typhus
Add. Info.: Carpenter
Pg. #: v.1 p.74


FRED SCHMIDT    (d. 1948)

Fred Schmidt, 80, of 1305 South 12th street, died Sunday at his home following 
a short illness.
Born in 1868 in the town of Rockland, Mr. Schmidt married Bertha Rusch in 1905 
and the couple settled on the homestead farm in Rockland. He retired 20 years 
ago and moved to Manitowoc. His wife preceded him in death three years ago.
Survivors are one daughter, Alice of Manitowoc; one son, August of Neenah; two 
brothers, Herman of this city and George of Appleton; three sisters, Mrs. Minnie 
Grimmer, Mrs. Henry Boettcher and Mrs. William Grimmer of Appleton; and two 
grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Wesley Methodist church 
with the Rev. Carl Hagen officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from 7 o’clock 
tonight until 10 a.m. Wednesday when it will be moved to the church to lie in 
state until the time of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 7, 1948  P.2
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[Frederick/d. 06-06-1948/age 80 yrs.]


FREDERICK SCHMIDT    (d. 1922)

PIONEER HOTEL KEEPER OF THIS COUNTY IS DEAD
Frederick Schmidt, pioneer hotel keeper of Manitowoc county, failed to survive 
a stroke of paralysis which he suffered two weeks ago and death came Saturday 
night at the family home, 1412 Hamilton street, as a messenger of release from 
pain. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 from the home with 
services at 2 o’clock at the German Lutheran church, the Rev. Karl Machmiller 
officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen.
Frederick Schmidt was born at Hanover, Germany, March 30, 1843, and would have 
celebrated his seventy-ninth anniversary this month. He was married to Wilhelmina 
Mentze in 1865 and in 1867 the couple came to America and Manitowoc county to 
make their home and have always since resided here. For many years they conducted 
the hotel at English Lake disposing of their interests nine years ago to take up 
their home in this city.
Ten Children Born to Couple 
Ten children were born to the couple and seven of these and the widow survive to 
mourn the demise of the husband and father. The children are Mrs. Jacob Behringer 
of Greenwood, Mrs. Henry Ewald of Newton, Mrs. Herman Kieselhorst, Mrs. William 
Vogelsang, Mrs. Fred Schwartzenbart and Mrs. Ernst Ansorge and Louis Schmidt, all 
of this city. One brother August of Centerville and thirty-eight grandchildren and 
fourteen great grandchildren also survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, March 20, 1922  P. 1
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[bur. 3-22-1922/cause: apoplexy]


GEORGE (BABY) SCHMIDT    (d.1899)

George Schmidt
birth: 8 February 1899 Manitowoc
death: 8 February 1899 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1899 Manitowoc, Wis.
father: Domince Schmidt
mother: Cora Miller
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


GEORGE SCHMIDT  (d. 1925)

ILL BUT SHORT TIME, GEORGE SCHMIDT DIES
Illness contracted at the time of the funeral of his brother Charles, 
three months ago, caused the death of George (Jones) Schmidt at the 
home of his mother, Mrs. Louise Schmidt, 721 Green street at 10 o'clock 
this morning, the immediate cause of death being given as bronchial 
pneumonia. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from 
the home, the Rev. O. Menke officiating and burial will be at Evergreen.
Born in this city September 22, 1896 Mr. Schmidt would have been twenty-
nine at his next birthday. He has always made his home here and during 
the World War he entered the service and was at Camp Grant ready for 
overseas duty when the armistice was signed. After his discharge from 
service he again returned to this city and was employed at the Seitz 
restaurant and alleys until he became ill. He never married and was not 
a member of any of the fraternal organizations. Surviving him are his 
mother, Mrs. Louise Schmidt, four sisters, Mrs. Herbert Koepke, Mrs. 
Minnie Ladwig, Mrs. Louise Wiltgen and Miss Ida, all of this city, 
and two brothers, Fred, of North Fond du Lac and Walter of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, June 2, 1925 P.2


GEORGE C. SCHMIDT    (d. 1994)

George C. Schmidt, age 87, a resident of North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc, died 
early Friday morning, December 9, 1994, at the North Ridge Care Center. Private 
Funeral Services for the family were held Saturday afternoon at the Harrigan 
Parkside Funeral Home. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born August 8, 1907, at Manitowoc, son of the late Dominic and Cora Mueller 
Schmidt. Mr. Schmidt was an iron worker for most of his life. He married Martha 
Soukup February 11, 1931, in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death in 1962.
Survivors include one daughter and two sons-in-law, Nancy and Alvin Anderson, Collins, 
James Kalista, Manitowoc; four grandchildren, Daniel (Louise) Kalista, Cindy (Dale) 
Smith, Penny (Paul) Wagner, Greg (Debi) Anderson; three great-grandchildren, Lori 
Kalista, Chase and Shane Smith, along with other relatives and friends surviving.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 11, 1994 P. A2
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[widower of Martha Schmidt]


GLADYS SCHMIDT    (d. 1897)

Gladsy Schmidt (sic)
birth: 21 August 1896 Manitowoc, Wis.
death: 19 August 1897 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1897 Manitowoc, Wis.
father: Edward Schmidt
mother: Emma
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[age 11 mo./cause: cholera morbus]


GRACE E. SCHMIDT    (d. 1989)

Mrs. John L. (Grace) Schmidt, 63, of 1932 Andrea Lane, Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
afternoon, April 5, 1989 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral 
services will be 9:30 am Saturday at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and 10 am 
at St. Mary Catholic church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 
concelebrated by Rev. Harold Berryman and Rev. Richard Klingeisen with burial 
to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmidt was born July 28, 1925, in the Town of Franklin, Manitowoc County, 
daughter of the late Charles and Julia Tisler Sauer. Mrs. Schmidt was employed 
with National Tinsel for 13 years until poor health forced her to retire in 1983. 
She married John L. Schmidt on October 16, 1945 at St. Joseph Catholic church, 
Kellnersville. Mrs. Schmidt was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc, 
Rosary and Altar Society of the church and Daughters of Isabella.
Survivors include her husband, John; three daughters and sons-in-law, Cheryl and 
Larry Adams of Manitowoc, Carol and Fred Thomas of Manitowoc, Debra and Gary 
Waack of Reedsville; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Delores and Jerome Dietrich 
of Clarks Mills, Marlene and Dr. Wayne White of Manitowoc; nine grandchildren, 
nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends survive.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral home, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 9 pm Friday. 
Rosary and Altar Society of St. Mary's will have a Rosary Service at 4 pm at the 
funeral home and a prayer service at 7 pm led by Deacon Robert Drobka.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Apr. 6, 1989 page B8
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[wife of John L. Schmidt]


GWENDOLYN SCHMIDT

Gwendolyn A. Schmidt, age 92, of 1235 S. 24th St., Manitowoc, died on Monday, 
March 10, 2008, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc. 
Gwendolyn was born on Aug. 11, 1915, in the town of Liberty, daughter of the 
late Fred and Ella (Pleuss) Lippert. On Jan. 21, 1941, she married Alfred H. 
Schmidt at Dubuque, Iowa. Gwendolyn worked as a nurse's assistant at Park Lawn 
Home in Manitowoc for 16 years. She was a member of Bethany Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Silver Lake Homemakers and past member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and 
Ladies Aid. She enjoyed quilt making, knitting, crocheting, cribbage, gardening 
and traveling the United States. 
Survivors include her husband: Alfred H. Schmidt, Manitowoc; five children: 
David K. (Catherine) Schmidt, Manitowoc; Daniel A. (Susan) Schmidt, Nekoosa; 
Gary W. (Janice) Schmidt, Oostburg; Glenn A. Schmidt, Manitowoc; and Dianne E. 
(Teofil) Gieryn, Appleton; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; five great-
great-grandchildren; four sisters and one brother-in-law: Jeanette Pankratz, 
Arizona; Audrey (Roman "Buster") Kugle, Manitowoc; Kathryn Lippert, Manitowoc; 
and Carmen Ryan, Manitowoc; one brother and sister-in-law: Elton (Setsuko) Lippert, 
Lakewood, Wash.; and a very special niece and nephew: Karen Lippert and Allen 
Lippert, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She 
was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers: Ervin, Kenneth, Roland and 
Harold; one sister: Marian; two brothers-in-law: Lee Pankratz and Huns Ryan; and 
two sisters-in-law: Leona Lippert and Evelyn Lippert. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 13, 2008, at Immanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, 916 Pine St., Manitowoc. The Revs. Robert Kujawski 
and Stephen Melso will officiate. Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. 
Relatives and friends may call at the church on Thursday, March 13, 2008, from 9 
a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
The Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the Schmidt family. 
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church 
in Gwendolyn's name. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 12, 2008 


HANS HEINRICH SCHMIDT    (d. 1897)

Suicide by hanging on Sun. evening of 70 yr. old H. H. Schmidt, 
who lives with his son-in-law August Wandke. He was reasonably 
well off and in good health, so the motive is unknown. He left 
a written message on how to handle his funeral, but gave no 
indication for the reason for his act. The burial was yesterday 
at the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 21 Jan. 1897
*********
H.H. Schmidt of this city committed suicide on Sunday night last by hanging 
himself. He pulled up the bolt on the upper hinge of the door in his room and 
attached the rope to this. He lived with his son-in-law who with his wife went 
out to visit on Sunday night about 8 o'clock. On their return at 9:45 they 
found the old man dead. He had left a letter on the kitchen table telling them 
to look in the room and that he was paralyzed. It also gave instruction as to 
the manner of burial. With it was a pocket book containing $51.28. He had 
previously made an attempt to take his life. He was despondent though not from 
financial causes as he had some means.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, January 21, 1897  pg. 3
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[Hans Heinrich Schmidt/bur. 01-07-1897/age 78 yrs.]
*********
Hans Heinrich Schmidt
birth: 6 October 1818 Germany
death: 17 January 1897 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Manitowoc, Wis.
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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(First publication Sept. 2, 1897.)
In Probate,-Manitowoc County Court.
In the matter of the estate of Hans H. Schmidt, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of August F. Behn, executor of the estate of 
said deceased for the adjustment and allowance of his administration account 
(and the assignment of the residue of said estate to such other persons as are 
by law entitled to the same):
It is ordered, that said account be examined, adjusted and allowed at a regular 
term of said court to be held at the office of the County Judge in the city of 
Manitowoc, in said county, on Tuesday, the 5th day of October, A.D., 1897.
It is further ordered, that upon the adjustment and allowance of such account by 
this court as aforesaid, the residue of said estate be, by the further order and 
judgment of this court, assigned to such persons as are by law entitled to the 
same.
And it is further ordered, that notice of the time and place of the examination 
and allowance of such account, and of the assignment of the residue of said estate, 
be given to all persons interested, by publication of this order for three 
successive weeks, before said day, in the Manitowoc Post, a weekly newspaper 
printed and published at the city of Manitowoc and state of Wisconsin.
Dated August 31, A.D., 1897.
By the Court,
J.S. Anderson, County Judge.
Baensch & Chloupek, Attorneys
Manitowoc Post, Thursday, September 2, 1897 P. 7
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(a.k.a. H.H. Schmidt)
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[cause: suicide by hanging]


HAROLD R. SCHMIDT    (d. 1977)

Harold R. Schmidt, 67, of 1016 N. 11th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning in 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Kock will officiate. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmidt was born Nov. 18, 1910, in Manitowoc, son of the late Ernest and Dora 
Leider Schmidt. He was educated in First German Lutheran Grade School and was a 
1928 graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. He was a salesman for the 
Schmidtman Company, Manitowoc, for 50 years, retiring in 1970. He married Anna 
Gulseth in March of 1931. She preceded him in death in June of 1932. He married 
Clara Novachek July 20, 1936. Mr. Schmidt was a member of First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church and past president and secretary of the church council. He was a 
member of the Manitowoc Marine Band for 27 years and past secretary and treasurer 
of the band. He played with various orchestras and was a honorary member of Local 
195 Musicians Association.
Survivors include his wife, Clara; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Robert 
and Audrey Schmidt of Middleton, Richard Schmidt of Milwaukee and Ronald and Lane 
Schmidt of Paradise, Calif.; two daughters and sons-in-laws, Carolyn and Don Carbon 
of Manitowoc and Dorothy and Michael Hohner of Allenton, a brother and sister-in-
law, Arthur and Phyllis Schmidt of Manitowoc; two sisters and brothers-in-law, 
Irma and Fred Brick and Hilda and Earl Mueller of Manitowoc; 12 grandchildren; 
nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Friends may call in Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 4 p.m. Monday 
and at the church Tuesday from noon until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, December 24, 1977 P. 3


HARVEY H. SCHMIDT    (d. 1927)

MANITOWOC MAN DIES AT MILWAUKEE 
Harvey Schmidt of this city, died at the Soldiers Home at Milwaukee at an early 
hour this morning after having been a patient at the institution for two months. 
Death was due to complications following an operation for appendicitis which he 
underwent last year. The body will arrive in the city this afternoon and will be 
taken to the home of his mother, Mrs. Anna Timm, 1324 South Fourteenth street, 
from where the funeral will be held, the date to be announced Monday.
Deceased was thirty-four years old, single and was born in this city making his 
home here practically all of his life. He was a member of company H during the 
World War but did not see overseas service, having been left at New York when the 
troops went across. Besides his mother, two sisters, Helen and Mrs. Carrie Dupras, 
and a brother, Carl, all making their home here, survive him. He was employed here 
as a moulder. 
Manitowoc Herald News, June 18, 1927  P.1
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[age 35 yr/cause: pulmonary tuberculosis/bur. on John Timm lot]


HARVEY J. SCHMIDT

From Der Nord Westen, 06 June 1907: 
A little child of Division Street resident Wm. Schmidt 
died Saturday and was buried Tuesday.
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[cause: congenital]


HATTIE SCHMIDT    (d. 1965)

Mrs. Hattie Schmidt, 77, of 1301 Division St., Manitowoc, died at 7:05 p.m. 
Monday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been removed earlier 
in the afternoon following a coronary.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore P. Crusius will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Hattie Mueller was born Oct. 21, 1887, at Manitowoc, daughter of 
the late Carl and Augusta Neurenburg Mueller. The lifelong city resident was 
married Aug. 18, 1906, to William C. Schmidt at St. John Evangelical Reformed 
Church. He died Nov. 14, 1959. Mrs. Schmidt was a member of First Reformed 
United Church of Christ.
Surviving are a sister, Mrs. William Schloerke, of Milwaukee and nieces and 
nephews. A son, two brothers, and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 30, 1965  P. 5
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[d. 03-29-1965/age 77 yrs./widow of William C. Schmidt/bur. on Carl Mueller lot]


HELEN I. SCHMIDT    (d. 1967)

Miss Helen Ida Schmidt, 65, of 1319 Columbus St., Manitowoc, died Monday at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be at 11 p.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Miss Schmidt was born Nov. 16, 1901, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late August 
and Anna Ploeckelman Schmidt. She attended Manitowoc public schools and worked 
at Drost Box Factory and Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
She is survived by a niece and two nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home this Tuesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 21, 1967  P.5
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[d. 03-20-1967/age 65 yrs.]
(b. Nov. 16, 1901/d. Mar. 1967/SSDI)


HENRY SCHMIDT    (d. 1911)

GRIEF OVER WIFE'S DEATH 
Manitowoc Man Succumbs Fortnight Later 
Special to the Northwestern
Manitowoc - April 10 - A Daily News special from Manitowoc says: Grief over the 
death of his wife, his companion for nearly half a century, hastened the death 
of Henry Schmidt, an old resident who died just two weeks from the day his wife 
was buried. He was seventy-eight years of age and had resided here since the 
early fifties.
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern, Mon., April 10, 1911 page 1
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DIED:
Henry Schmidt, a pioneer of this city and one of the old time brick 
manufacturers of Manitowoc died at his home on South 7th street on 
Friday evening, aged 75 years. Mr. Schmidt had been a resident of 
this city since 1866. His death occurred within two weeks after the 
death of his wife.
Mr. Schmidt was born in Germany in 1836 and came to America in the 
early 60's. He is survived by four children, Mrs. John Kennedy and 
August of this city, Mrs. Charles Ingre of Chicago, and Henry whose 
whereabouts is unknown. The funeral took place Monday afternoon. 
Interment was in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 13, 1911  pg. 1
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GRIEF HASTENS DEATH
Henry Schmidt, Pioneer, Mourned for Aged Wife who Died 2 Weeks ago
Grief over the death of his aged wife and the shock of her demise which occurred 
two weeks ago hastened the death of Henry Schmidt, a pioneer resident of the city, 
who passed from earth at the home of his son, August Schmidt, So. Seventh Street 
Friday night. Since the death of Mrs. Schmidt, the aged husband had failed rapidly 
and death was a mercy to him. Mr. Schmidt came to Manitowoc in 1866 and was one of 
the best known of the early settlers of the city. He was a member of the German 
Lutheran Church, having been affiliated with the church for many years. Four 
children survive, August and Mrs. John Kennedy of this city, Mrs. Charles Ingue 
of Chicago and Henry Schmidt Jr, whose whereabouts are unknown to the family. The 
funeral will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home of August Schmidt.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sat., Apr. 8, 1911
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[cause: pneumonia]


HENRY C.L. SCHMIDT    (d.1921)

TAPS SOUNDED FOR WELL KNOWN CIVIL WAR VET
Commander Henry Schmidt of G.A.R. Passes
Taps have sounded for Henry Schmidt, civil war veteran, prominent G.A.R man 
and for fifty years well known resident of the city and he passed on Saturday 
night to join in the last grand review. Mr. Schmidt's death came after an 
illness of but one day, he having complained of feeling ill on Friday, although 
able to be about. 
His advanced years, being 82, had enfeebled him but with a determination to be 
in the line of march to the end, he had never given up the fight, but his 
weakened condition could not withstand the final onslaught of time. His passing 
was calm and peaceful.
Henry Schmidt was one of the best known residents of Manitowoc county and during 
his half century of residence here he had been active in business, politics and 
in G.A.R. which recently celebrated the fortieth anniversary of its organization 
at which time Mr. Schmidt made his last public appearance. Four times he was 
honored by the Post as its commander and served in the office at the time of his 
death, having been re-elected for nearly fourteen consecutive years.
Served as Sheriff
In 1894 Mr. Schmidt was elected sheriff, the first republican to hold that office 
in Manitowoc county in years and served one term. He served as a member of the 
county board from the First ward and was known as one of the active workers of his 
party during his many years of affiliation with the county organization. Of late 
years his age and health would not permit of active work, but he continured to give 
his advice and assist in the campaigns of his son, Albert H. Schmidt, judge of the 
municipal court who has served for several terms.
Born In Germany
Mr. Schmidt was a native of Germany, born at Halle Brunswick, February 20, 1840 
and would have been 82 on his next birthday. At the age of 17, with a brother 
Fred, Mr. Schmidt left Germany because of his objection to military training and 
service required by the government, the two having been able to leave the country 
because an uncle was an inspector at Bremen. The trip across the ocean on a three 
masted schooner was fraught with many dangers, the boat having three times lost 
its masts. Upon arrival at New York the two preceeded to Manitowoc county, locating 
at Kossuth where an uncle, August Schuette, resided.
Volunteers on Lincoln Call
When Lincoln's call for volunteers came in the civil war Mr. Schmidt responded and 
was assigned to Co. B. Ninth Wisconsin and for three years served with the command, 
being wounded in the shoulder and later taken prisoner, making his escape, however. 
He was in the campaign through Arkansas to the Rio Grande and was at Vicksburg and 
was promoted to corporalt (sic) in the command.
Upon his return from the war Mr. Schmidt located in the city and engaged in the 
contracting business and later established a livery business which he conducted 
for many years on Franklin street, on the site of what is now the federal building. 
When the government sought a site for the building Mr. Schmidt offered his property 
which was selected. He removed to another location and continued business for some 
time and then returned.
Married in 1869
Mr. Schmidt was married to Julia Zinn on January 7, 1869 and the couple celebrated 
their golden wedding two years ago. Besides his wife Mr. Schmidt is survived by 
five of seven children born to the couple, Albert H. Schmidt, who is judge of the 
municipal court here; Willian (sic) F. Schmidt, electrical engineer of Portland, 
Ore, Mrs. Fred C. Borcherdt, Jr., Mrs. Orville Stinson, Miss Mathilda Schmidt, all 
of this city. Two brothers Fred and Herman preceeded him in death. Mr. Schmidt was 
the last member of the family to respond to death's summons.
In 1881 Mr. Schmidt took the initiative in organization of a Grand Armp (sic) post 
in this city and he was a familiar figure in public appearances of the Post, and 
in the annual Memorial Day services had always been selected as marshal in charge 
of the observance. He had never missed the exercises. Mr. Schmidt was instrumental 
in organizations of the W.R.C., the auxillary to the Walker Post and found his 
chief enjoyment in later years in the work of the two organizations.
Mr. Schmidt's death occurred at his home on Jay street in the residence he had 
occupied for forty years. He was the oldest resident of Jay street and at the time 
of the dedication of the new pavement for the street, he was honored by a serenade 
by the band.
Funeral services will be attended by members of Walker Post, G.A.R., and the W.R.C. 
and a firing squad of the American Legion, the younger soldiers, will act as escort 
to the body. Services wil (sic) be held from the home Thursday afternoon at 2 
o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, October 31, 1921 P.1
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[bur. 11-03-1921/cause: acute indigestion/bur. on John Zinns lot]
(Henry Schmidt/d. 29 Oct. 1921/age 82 yrs./from record of St. 
James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
********
SCHMIDT TO QUIT LIVERY BUSINESS
Probably Oldest Livery Man in State; Is to Retire After May 24
IN BUSINESS HERE SINCE WAR DAYS
After nearly a half century in business, Henry Schmidt, probably the oldest 
liveryman in Wisconsin, is to retire, Mr. Schmidt having arranged for an auction 
sale to close out his business on May 24. Mr. Schmidt conducts a barn on Quay 
Street.
Mr. Schnidt's retirement has been rumored for some time past, since the sale of 
his property at Franklin & Ninth Street, to the government as a site for the new 
post office building, but the report was denied and Mr.  Schmidt, after vacating 
the site, leased barns on Commercial Street and later removed to Quay Street 
where he is now located. In the sale to be held May 24, he will offer the entire 
equipment of the barns, including twenty or more head of horses, carriages, buses, 
etc. and immediately thereafter, will close the barns. Engaging in the business 
upon his return from the Civil War in the 60's., Mr. Schmidt has been identified 
with it ever since. In earlier days and up to a few years ago one of the most 
important branches of the livery business was supplying of hearses and carriages 
for funerals, few of the smaller towns having hearses and in the years in which 
he has been engaged in business, Mr. Schmidt has assisted in the burial of nearly 
6000 persons in Manitowoc County and the immediate vicinity. The figures are taken 
from the books of the livery.
Mr. Schmidt has been prominent in business affairs of the city and as a politician 
and was the first republican ever elected to the office of Sheriff in Manitowoc 
County, being elected in the early 90's. He is a prominent G.A.R. veteran and is 
one of the best known men of the county. Mr. Schmidt is the father of Municipal 
Judge A.H. Schmidt.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., May 12, 1910 


HERMAN SCHMIDT    (d. 1922)

H. SCHMIDT, 68, DIES SUDDENLY WHILE AT WORK
Death came suddenly to Herman Schmidt, 68, this noon while he was engaged in
his ordinary duties about the Zeckel home where he has made his home for some
time. The demise was due to heart failure and came without warning. Funeral
arrangements have not been made.
Mr. Schmidt has made his home in this city for the last (too dark). He was 
born in Germany and came to this city from Powa??? with the Zeckel family.
Nothing is know of Schmidt's family here.
Manitowoc Herald News, December 6, 1922  p.8
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The funeral of the late Herman Schmitt (sic) will take place Friday afternoon 
at two o’clock from the Pfeffer undertaking parlors. Rev. Francis Keicher will 
officiate and the interment will be at Evergreen Cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, December 7, 1922  P.4
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On Wednesday last week, Herman Schmidt died suddenly at the home of Cornelius 
Zechel, on North Sixth Street, where he had made his home of late. He was 
buried on Friday. He came here from Waukesha County some years ago and was 
employed as porter at the Addison House and for a time at the Williams house. 
He was a kindly, inoffensive old gentleman, honestly doing his daily work but 
very easy with his money and unheedful of laying up anything for his future. 
During the war he had been induced to purchase a few Liberty Bonds and while 
at the Addison House, Mr. William Kritzanowski retained some of his wages and 
deposited this in the Savings Bank in Schmidt's name. In order to secure this 
fund for the old gentleman, Mr. Frank Kretche petitioned the county court to 
have the East Wisconsin Trustee Company appointed as guardian to take care of 
this fund.
His only known relatives are a brother at Waukesha and a sister-in-law at 
Pewaukee and these were informed by wire of his sudden death. They declined 
to take charge of the funeral and the trustee company therefore undertook this 
function. The body was removed to the Pfeffer Undertaking rooms where Rev. 
Keicher officiated as well as at the grave. The following citizens, who had 
known and befriended the deceased during his life, volunteered as pallbearers: 
Wiliiam Krizanowski, Frank Kretche, Joe F. Sladkey, Henry Tadych, C.F. Herzog 
and L.W. Ledvina. Flowers covered the casket having been sent by Miss Lila Croll, 
Miss Etta Sonsthagen, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Pitz and Mr. and Mrs. A.L. Hougen. A 
plain take of a plain life and a plain funeral, but withal breathing a humane 
and Christian spirit.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 14, 1922
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[bur 12-08-1922/cause: apoplexy]
(Herman Schmidt/bur. before 23 Dec. 1922/from record of St. 
James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)


IDA SCHMIDT    (d. 1944)

Miss Ida Schmidt, 50, died at 11 p.m. Friday at the Holy Family hospital from 
a stroke which she had suffered earlier in the evening. Miss Schmidt had been 
at work at the Drost box factory as usual yesterday, and became ill around 
7:30.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Wattawa, 
Urbanek and Schlei funeral home with the Rev. A. C. Fischer of the First 
Reformed church officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery. The 
body will lie in state from Sunday noon to the hour of service at the funeral 
home.
Miss Schmidt, who was a lifelong resident of the city, was born April 24, 1893, 
the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Car. H. Schmidt. For many years she worked at the 
Manitowoc Printing company owned by Alex Dusold, and after his death managed 
the establishment for about five years.
Survivors are three sisters, Mrs. Wiltgen, Mrs. Minnie Ladwig and Mrs. Herbert 
Koepke, all of Manitowoc; two brothers, Fred of North Fond du Lac and Walter 
of this city.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 26, 1944  P. 2
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[d. 02-26-1944/age 50 yrs./cause: apoplexy/bur. on Mrs. Carl H. Schmitt 
lot-her mother]


JACKIE IVY E. SCHMIDT

Jackie (Ivy) Schmidt, age 89, of 1609 S. 13th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday after-
noon, April 27, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Cremation has occurred, with burial of the cremains at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
She was born August 23, 1909, at Timary, New Zealand, daughter of the late Thomas 
and Susan Black Jackson. On January 31, 1948, she married Col. Edward J. Schmidt 
in Phillips, Wis. He preceded her in death September 18, 1970. Ivy was a member 
of the Elks Auxiliary and a 50 year member and past president of the Ladies 
Auxiliary Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #659 of Manitowoc.
Survivors include one daughter, Jean Churchill, Manitowoc; one grandson, Scott 
Churchill and his wife, Pauline, New Jersey; one great grandson, Andrew. Also 
surviving are her family in New Zealand. She was preceded in death by two sisters 
and one brother.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 29, 1999 P. A2


JACOB SCHMIDT    (d. 1877)

Name: Schmidt, Jacob
D.: 6/10/1877
B.:
Reg. D.: 12/27/1877
Sex: M/W
Age at Death:
B.P.: Germany
D.P.:
Cem.:
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. Franz. H. O. Pieper
Spouse: Margaretha Schmidt
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death: Brith's Kidney Decease
Pg. #: v.1 p.240
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STATE OF WISCONSIN COUNTY OF MANITOWOC
Probate office, July 3d, 1877.
In the matter of the proof and probate of the last will and testament 
of Jacob Schmidt, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc, Wis: 
Whereas, an instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and 
testament of Jacob Schmidt deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc, 
has been filed in this office; and whereas as application has been 
made by Margaretha Schmidt praying that the same be proven and admitted 
to probate according to the law of this state: Therefore, it is ordered 
that said application be heard before me at the probate office in the 
city of Manitowoc, in said County, on the 30th day of July, A.D. 1877, 
at 10 o'clock a.m. And it is further ordered that notice hereof shall be 
given to all persons interested in said will, of the time and place of 
said hearing, by publication in the Manitowoc  Piloe (sic) a newspaper 
printed in said county for three successive weeks, once week (sic), 
prior to the time of such hearing.
By Court.
T.G. Olmsted, County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, July 26, 1877 P. 2


JEAN L. SCHMIDT    (d. 1980)

Mrs. Arthur (Jean) Schmidt, 45, of 2123 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
June 14, at St. Luke Hospital, Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc 
and 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Schmidt was born Dec. 1, 1934, at Francis Creek, Wis., daughter of the late 
Louis and Anna Rank Hessel. She moved to Manitowoc when she was 12 years old and 
graduated from Lincoln High School in 1952. She was currently the owner of J's 
Rental Center in Manitowoc.
She was married to Arthur Schmidt in 1952 at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. Mrs. 
Schmidt was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church.
The former Jean Hessel is survived by her husband, Arthur, a son, David at home; 
a daughter and son-in-law, Michael and Kathleen Cerkas of Green Bay; daughter-in-
law of Joseph and Elizabeth Schmidt of Whitelaw; niece of Edwin and Margaret Rank 
of Two Rivers; also other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a 
sister Joyce Hessel.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, 
where there will be a prayer service at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, June 15, 1980 P.3
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[d. Milwaukee, WI/wife of Arthur J. Schmidt]


JOHN SCHMIDT    (d. 1881)

John Schmidt died at the Rapids last Saturday, of consumption, after an illness 
of four months. He was about 56 years of age and settled on his farm in 1860. 
He leaves a wife and five children to mourn his loss. The funeral took place on 
yesterday, under the auspices of the Odd Fellows, of which order the deceased 
was a member in good standing.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, October 18, 1881 P. 1


JOHN SCHMIDT    (d. 1899)

Death Tues. of the 4-wk. old son of 7th Ward resident Eduard Schmidt.
Der Nord Westen, 10 Aug. 1899
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[cause: convulsions]


JOHN SCHMIDT    (d. 1940)

John Schmidt, 83, a resident of Manitowoc county nearly all his life, died at 
five o’clock Tuesday afternoon of a heart attack in the printing shop of his son, 
William, 1301 Division street, with whom he had lived.
Mr. Schmidt was in normal health when his son left the print shop to go to this 
home. Returning 15 minutes later, the latter found the body of his father on the 
floor.
Mr. Schmidt was born Nov. 22, 1856, in the town of Two Rivers, the son of a Civil 
war soldier who was killed in that war. After the father’s death, Mrs. Schmidt 
took her five-year-old son and moved to Manitowoc to reside on South 7th street. 
The boy started work in the Fullerton sawmill when he was 11 years old and held 
the job for six years. After his marriage May 2, 1876, to Caroline Behringer of 
Newton (who died 16 years ago) he and his bride moved to Auburndale where Mr. 
Schmidt became head saw setter in the mill. Later he and his family came back to 
this county and began operation of a farm at Newton, and later a cheese factory 
in that town. 
Mr. Schmidt had been retired for 16 years. He enjoyed puttering around the print 
shop of his son, helping make the rubber stamps and printed articles.
Old residents of Manitowoc will remember Mr. Schmidt as a powerful swimmer. He took 
part several times in the “marathon” between here and Two Rivers.
Mr. Schmidt was one of the first members of the First Reformed church.
The survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Carl Vogt, and one son, William C. Schmidt, 
both of this city; three half-brothers, William Stuempges of Newton and Herman 
Stuempges of West Palm Beach, Fla.; two half-sisters, Mrs. Henry Ludtke of Kimball, 
Minn., and Mrs. Otto Weber of West Bend; three grandchildren and two great-grand-
children.
The body will lie in state at the Pfeffer Funeral Home after 7 o’clock tonight. 
Funeral services will be conducted at the funeral home Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock 
by the Rev. A. C. Fisher, pastor of the First Reformed church. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 24, 1940  P.2
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[d. 04-23-1940/age 83 yrs./cause: cardiac decompensation]


JOHN E. SCHMIDT    (d. 1938)

Boy Playing Tag Falls Off Jetty and Drowns 
An 8-year-old boy drowned in Lake Michigan at the foot of State street, and 
three persons were injured in automobile accidents in the county on Memorial 
day.
The dead youth is John Schmidt, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. John Schmidt, 407 N. 
10th street. He fell into 5 feet of water while playing tag with a group of 
youngsters on the concrete jetty which extends 200 feet out into the lake.
Mrs. Clarence Cisler, 315 N. 6th street, summoned by the frightened children, 
clung to the boy’s arm until her strength failed, and she was forced to release 
her grip. Ten minutes later the body was pulled from the water but efforts of a 
fire department inhalator squad to revive the boy were unavailing. 
The drowning occurred at about 10:20 o’clock Tuesday morning. With young Schmidt 
were his 6-year-old brother, George, and 10-year-old Kenneth Kohlbeck, 428 N. 
10th street. John fell into the water about 90 feet from the shore and on the 
south side of the jetty. The other two youngsters ran to the shore and summoned 
Mrs. Cisler, who was seated in an automobile nearby.
Grab Boy’s Arm 
Mrs. Cisler ran out on the jetty, climbed down the side on a steel brace and 
grasped the boy’s arm, keeping his head above water. Mr. Cisler who cannot swim 
held on, held on to his wife. No one knew that the water was only 5 feet deep at 
this point. Meantime, the other children were sent to a nearby home to summon 
help.
The first call to the  police department directed them to “the place where the 
city is working on the lake front.” Assuming this meant the water storage 
reservoir at Columbus and S. 7th streets adjoining the south side bathing beach, 
the police went there and also summoned an inhalator squad from the fire 
department.
In the meantime, Mrs. Cisler was unable to maintain her hold as the Schmidt boy, 
apparently swallowing considerable water, continued to struggle. Her arms, badly 
bruised by the concrete blocks of the jetty, Mrs. Cisler ran to the E.B. Nickles 
residence, 519 4th street and put in a second call to the 
(Cont. on page 9, col. 5) BOY FALLS OFF JETTY AND DROWNS (Cont. from page 1)
police department, giving more specific directions. Another fire truck with an 
inhalator, and a police squad, rushed to the scene.
Unable to Revive Him 
Using a long handled rake, Henry Krush, 620 Huron street, pulled the Schmidt boy 
from the water. Artificial resuscitation was applied by Francis Zeckel, who 
formerly served as life guard at the north side bathing beach. This was continued 
until the inhalator squad arrived. Fire Chief John Gaedke, Police Chief James 
Kuplie and three physicians, Dr. C. E. Wall, L. W. Gregory and Gerald Rau, the 
latter county coroner, directed efforts to revive the youth. The work was abandoned 
shortly before 12 o’clock. In the crowd of spectators which gathered at the scene 
was the Schmidt boy’s father.
The Schmidt boy was born in this city Oct. 31, 1930 and was in the third grade at 
the German Evangelical Lutheran school. Besides his parents, he is survived by two 
brothers and two sisters, Walter, 9, George, 6, Dorothy, 4, and Marion, 2. Funeral 
services will be conducted Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Vogelsang funeral home with 
the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen. The body may be 
viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 31, 1939  pp. 1,9 
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[John Eugene Schmidt/d. 05-30-1939/age 8 yrs./cause: accidental drowning 
(no boat involved)]


JOHN F. SCHMIDT    (d. 1950)

John William (sic) Schmidt, 71, retired farmer, died Thursday afternoon at the 
Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home, the Rev. Paul Hensel officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
He was born in Germany in 1877 and came to America when a boy. He was employed 
on farms in the town of Cato for 32 years. In recent years he had been living 
at the St. Mary home here. His only survivor is a brother Paul of Fox Lake, 
Ill.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 6, 1950  P.2
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[John Wm. Schmidt/bur. 01-07-1950/age 72 yrs.]


JOHN G. SCHMIDT    (d. 1965)

John G. Schmidt, 71, of 435 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following an illness of one year.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmidt was born Dec. 26, 1893, in Russia and came to the U.S. 51 years ago. 
He was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., retiring six years ago.
On Oct. 29, 1928, he married Catherine Piel at Milwaukee. The couple resided at 
Sheboygan for a short time before moving to Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife; three sons, George of Milwaukee and Walter and 
Edward at home; four daughters, Mrs. Wayne Jorgens of Sheboygan, Mrs. Jane 
Prange of Kiel, Mrs. John Krueger and Mrs. Allan Gadzinsky of Manitowoc; a 
brother David of Sheboygan and 10 grandchildren.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 20, 1965  P.14
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[d. 03-20-1965/age 71 yrs.]
(26 Dec 1893/Mar 1965/SSDI)


JOHN L. SCHMIDT     (d. 1997)

John L. Schmidt, age 75, of 1628 S. 18th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
October 18, 1997, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 21, 1997, at the 
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, and 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Roman Zbieranski 
O.F.M. with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
John was born November 13, 1921, in the town of Cato, son of the late John B. 
and Sophie Staudinger Schmidt. On October 16, 1945, he married Grace E. Sauer 
at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Kellnersville. Grace preceded him in death, 
April 5, 1989. He was a 40 year employee of Mirro Corporation retiring in 1982. 
Survivors include three daughters, Cheryl (Larry) Adams, Shawano, Carol (Fred) 
Thomas, Debra Waack, all of Manitowoc; six sisters, Loretta Gustaveson, Sylvia 
(John) Hodzinski, Helen (Harold) Tetzlaff, all of Sheboygan, Lucille (Herman) 
Stroebel, Appleton, Harriet Mrotek, Genevieve (Allen) Backhaus, all of Manitowoc; 
10 grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. John was preceded 
in death by his parents; his wife; three brothers; and a sister.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, on Monday, from 
5-8 p.m. A prayer service will be held Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. led by Father 
Roman.
Herald Times Reporter, October 20, 1997 P. A2


JULIA (ZINNS) SCHMIDT

RESIDENT OF CITY 82 YEARS PASSES AWAY
Mrs. Julia Schmidt, Mother of Judge A.H. Schmidt, Was Pioneer Teacher of County
Life of another pioneer resident of the county came to a close here 
early this morning when Mrs. Julia Schmidt, nee Zinns, wife of ex-
Sheriff Henry Schmidt, deceased, and mother of Judge A.H. Schmidt,
died at the family home at 701 Jay street at 6:30 o'clock. Death came
after an illness of three months during which Mrs. Schmidt seemed to
rally at times but her advanced age of 86 proved an unsurmountable
handicap to recovery.
The end came peacefully with members of her immediate family in
attendance at the bedside. Although bed-ridden for the past several
months owing to the infirmities attendant upon advancing age, the
condition of Mrs. Schmidt did not become particularly alarming until
last Sunday. She remained conscious almost up to the hour of her death
and was cheerful with her faculties clear.
Was Pioneer Teacher
Mrs. Schmidt lived in Manitowoc county for 82 years and was one of the
pioneer teachers of the township of Meeme prior to making her home in
this city with her husband after the Civil war. Born in Buffalo, New
York, on May 28, 1844, Mrs. Schmidt moved to the town of Meeme with her
parents in 1848. Her early life was spent in the township where her 
father established the first mill to be erected in the state. After
attending schools of the district, she taught in the immediate vicinity
and on Jan. 7, 1869, she was united in marriage to Henry Schmidt who
preceded her in death eight years ago.
While the life and interest of Mrs. Schmidt centered in her home and
family, in her earlier life she took a prominent part in social affairs.
A lover of music and possessed of an excellent voice Mrs. Schmidt
participated in many public concerts and amateur theatricals and
achieved prominence for her work. In later life Mrs. Schmidt was most
active in the Woman's Relief Corps, auxiliary of the G.A.R., of which
her husband was time and time again named to head as commander of
Walker post.
She was a great favorite in the neighborhood where the family homestead
stood for many years and many people of the city well remember her
kindness in making her home their home.
Mother of Judge Schmidt
Mrs. Schmidt was the mother of five children, all of whom survive,
being Municipal Judge A.H. Schmidt, Mrs. F.C. Borcherdt, Jr., and
Miss Mathilda of Manitowoc, William F. and Mrs. Orville Stinson of
Portland, Oregon. She is also survived by three grandsons and a 
sister, Mrs. Rose Bodden of Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be held from the family home at 2 o'clock 
Saturday afternoon with the Rev. William Hood officiating. Interment
will take place at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, January 9, 1930  p.1 
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[bur. 1-11-1930/age 85 yrs/cause: gangrene of foot/bur. on John Zinns lot]


KATELYN MARJORIE SCHMIDT

Katelyn M. Schmidt, infant daughter of Kevin and Kay (Allen) Schmidt, died 
Wednesday, August 5, 1992, at St. Vincent's Hospital in Green Bay.
Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m, Saturday, August 8, 1992, at the 
Faith Evangelical Free Church. The Rev. John White will be officiating, with 
cremation having taken place, burial will be at a later date.
She was born July 29, 1992, in Green Bay, daughter of Kevin and Kay (Allen) 
Schmidt of 1717 Green St., Manitowoc.
Survivors include her parents; one brother, Paul; and one sister, Emily, both 
at home; maternal grandmother, Marjorie Allen and the late Paul Allen of 
Manitowoc; paternal grandparents, Frank and Kathy Schmidt of Jasper N.Y.; and 
paternal great-grandfather, Frank Schmidt, Sr. of East Meadow, N.Y.; aunts, 
uncles, other relatives and friends also survive.
The family will greet friends from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the 
church. The Jens Funeral Home and Crematory has assisted the family with 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 6, 1992 P. A2
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[Died at Green Bay WI/age 6 days/cremains/bur. on Arthur Franke lot]


KATIE SCHMIDT    (d. 1970)

Mrs. Kathryn Schmidt, 99, of 1318A S. 9th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday 
afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home 
and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. 
Alfred Schneider will officiate and burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. 
Mrs. Schmidt, nee Kathryn Frank, was born June 9, 1871, in Germany, daughter 
of the late Conrad and Margaret Schwad Frank. She came to the United States 
with her parents where she was married to Louis C. Schmidt Feb. 19, 1921, at 
Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death April 15, 1954. Mrs. Schmidt was 
a member of the Eagles Auxiliary, the VFW Auxiliary, the Royal Neighbors, the 
Germania Society and the St. Ann Christian Mothers Altar Society of St. 
Boniface Church.
Survivors include two sons, Hugo A. of Newton and Fredrick R. of Fort Lauderdale, 
Fla.; a daughter, Mrs. Minnie Geissler, of Hammond, Ind.; three sisters, Mrs. 
Margaret Williams of Waukesha, Mrs. Marie Hanover of Metrairie, La., and Mrs. 
Ann Parks of Miami, Fla.; four grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Tuesday where a memorial 
service will be at 7:30 p.m. by members of the Christian Mothers Altar Society.
The Eagles Auxiliary 706 will conduct a memorial service at 7 p.m. at the 
funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 28, 1970  P.25
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[Kathryn/d. 12-26-1970/age 99 yrs./widow of Louis C. Schmidt]
[9 Jun 1871/Dec. 1970/SSDI]


LARINE D. SCHMIDT

Mrs. Loraine (sic) E. Schmidt of California, formerly of 933 N. 23rd St., 
Manitowoc, died Friday in California.
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mrs. Schmidt, nee Loraine E. Dedrick, was married to Otto Schmidt. He preceded 
her in death in 1956.
Survivors include a son, Donald, of Fullerton, Calif.
Jens Funeral home, Manitowoc, is in charge of arrangements. There will be no 
visitation at the funeral home. 
Herald Times Reporter, November 23, 1974  P. 12
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[d. 11-21-1974 at Garden Grove CA/age 76 yrs./cremains/widow of C. Otto]
(28 Feb 1898/Nov 1974/SSDI)
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STEAL MARCH, ADVANCE DATE OF WEDDING
Anticipating their wedding day by a week and surprising their friends by a mile, 
Carl Otto Schmidt and Miss Larine E. Dedrick strolled into the Methodist Parsonage 
at noon today and with the capable and gracful assistance of Rev. E.J. Symons, 
were married.
Both young people are deservedly popular, and it is the wish of their many friends 
that they live "happily ever after." Mr. and Mrs. Schmidt left for a short wedding 
trip this afternoon and on their return will take up their residence at 714 North 
Fifth street where they will be "at home" after June 15.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, May 25, 1921 P. 1


LAURA SCHMIDT    (d. 1979)

Mrs. Leo (Laura) Schmidt, 91, a former Manitowoc resident, died Friday morning, 
Dec. 7, at Wisconsin Lutheran Child and Family Service Home.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Keith Haag will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmidt was born Sept. 10, 1888, at Reedsville, Wis. daughter of the late 
Daniel and Bertha Jantz. She was raised and educated at Reedsville. She married 
Leo Schmidt April 15, 1915, at Reedsville. He preceded her in death Jan. 12, 
1967. Mrs. Schmidt was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church and a former 
member of the Ladies Aide of the Church.
Survivors include a son-in-law, Victor Gomoll of Glendale, Wis., a brother, 
Arvin Jantz of Benton Harbor, Mich.; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Reuben (Charlotte) 
Jantz of Milwaukee; two grandsons, Gary Gomoll of Milwaukee and Ronald (Janet) 
Gomoll of Whitefish Bay; and a great grandaughter (sic), Amy Gomoll of Whitefish 
Bay. Preceded in death by two sons, Milroy in 1934 and Orley in 1939, and 
daughter Mrs. Roma Gomoll in 1973. Four brothers and one sister also preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei StateSt. (sic) Chapel from 4 to 8 
p.m. Sunday and on Monday at the church from noon til the time of service. 
Memorials may be made to Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church or The Wisconsin 
Lutheran Child and Family Service.
Herald Times Reporter, December 8, 1979 P. 3

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Reedsville Items from Reedsville Reporter
A very pretty church wedding was solemnized Thursday evening, April 18th, 1915 at 7:00 pm when Laura, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Jantz became the bride of Leo Schmidt the marriage knot being tied by Rev. Koch of Lutheran church. The bride wore a beautiful gown of white silk messaline, a wreath and veil becomingly arranged and carried a shower bouquet of pink bridal roses. She was attended by her sister, Anna and sister-in-law, Laura Schmidt who wore flesh colored gowns of crepe du chine. The groom's attendants were August Birkholtz and Edmund Jantz. Both young people are favorites here, groom being employed with the Prochnow Cement Construction Co. and his bride who made her home with her parents here, has numerous friends who extend best wishes for the future happiness and success of both bride and groom. They will make their home in our village having rented the upper flat in former Bloedorn home. 
Brillion News - Fri., Apr. 23, 1915 

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[d. Milwaukee, WI/widow of Leo Schmidt]


LAURA BERTHA SCHMIDT

DIED:
On Monday October 18, at 10 in the evening, Laura A. only daughter of 
Bertha E. and Carl H. Schmidt, aged 7 weeks.
So fades the lovely, blooming flower 
Frail, smiling solace of an hour!
So soon parental comforts fly,
Our pleasures only bloom to die.
But gentle patience smiles on pain.
Love tells us, we shall meet again;
Hope wipes the tears from sorrow's eyes,
Faith points us upward to the skies.
Manitowoc Tribune  Thursday, October 21, 1869  pg. 4
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Name: Schmidt, Laura Bertha
D.: 10/18/1869
B.: 8/30/1869
Reg. D.: 11/12/1869
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 7 Weeks
B.P.: Mtwc.
D.P.: Vill. of Mtwc.
Cem.: Evergreen
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: C. H. Schmidt
Spouse:
F.: C. H. Schmidt
M.: Bertha E. Schmidt
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1 p.69
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Name: Schmidt, Laura Bertha
D.: 10/18/1869
B.: 8/30/1869
Reg. D.: 1/15/1870
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 1 Mo. 17 Da.
B.P.: Mtwc.
D.P.: Mtwc.
Cem.: Evergreen
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. M. H. Quehl
Spouse:
F.: Carl H. Schmidt
M.: Bertha Nast
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1 p.74
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(Note: There were two death records for this child)
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(Laura Bertha/dau. of Carl H. Schmidt/b. 30 Aug. 1869/d. 18 Oct. 1869/
from First German Evangelical Lutheran Church records 1856-1874)


LEO SCHMIDT
 
Manitowoc Herald Times Jan 12, 1967
Leo Schmidt, 76, of 1714 Waldo Blvd. Manitowoc, died early Thursday 
morning at Memorial Hospital , Manitowoc, after a coronary.
Mr. Schmidt was born July 19, 1890 at Michigan City, Ind., son of the 
late Edward and Minnie Schmidt Schmidt.  At the age of 20 years he came 
to Collins.  He married Laura Jantz at Reedsville April 15, 1915.  The 
couple moved to Manitowoc in 1927 and Mr Schmidt was engaged as a general 
mason contractor.  
Surviving are his wife, a daughter, a brother, two sisters, and two 
grandsons.  Two sons preceded him in death.

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Reedsville Items from Reedsville Reporter
A very pretty church wedding was solemnized Thursday evening, April 18th, 1915 at 7:00 pm when Laura, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Jantz became the bride of Leo Schmidt the marriage knot being tied by Rev. Koch of Lutheran church. The bride wore a beautiful gown of white silk messaline, a wreath and veil becomingly arranged and carried a shower bouquet of pink bridal roses. She was attended by her sister, Anna and sister-in-law, Laura Schmidt who wore flesh colored gowns of crepe du chine. The groom's attendants were August Birkholtz and Edmund Jantz. Both young people are favorites here, groom being employed with the Prochnow Cement Construction Co. and his bride who made her home with her parents here, has numerous friends who extend best wishes for the future happiness and success of both bride and groom. They will make their home in our village having rented the upper flat in former Bloedorn home. 
Brillion News - Fri., Apr. 23, 1915 

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[d. 01-12-1967/age 74 yrs.]
(19 Jul 1890/Jan 1967/SSDI)


LILLIAN SCHMIDT

Mrs. Walter G. Schmidt, 78, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died at 10:30 p.m. 
Wednesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a long illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Phipps Memorial Chapel of 
First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Gervase Zanotti officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmidt was born Nov. 22, 1884, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Fred 
and Minnie Ladwig Hinz. She was married to Walter G. Schmidt May 21, 1906, at 
Manitowoc. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and Geraldson Circle 
of United Presbyterian Women.
Survivors include her husband, a son, Walter, of Kaukauna, two sisters, Mrs. 
Edwin J. Luecker and Mrs. William J Strothof, of Manitowoc and two grand-
children.  A sister and two brothers preceded her in death.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Friday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 
11 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be moved to the church chapel where 
the body will lie in state until the hour of service.
Memorials may be sent to First Presbyterian Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 31, 1963
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[d. 01-30-1963/age 78 yrs./wife of Walter G. Schmidt/bur. on John Dormer lot]
********
Miss Lillian Hinz and Walter Schmidt, well-known young people of the city, were 
united in marriage Monday morning at 7 o'clock at the parsonage of the German 
Lutheran church, Rev. Karl Machmiller performing the ceremony. Lillian Bradl was 
bridesmaid and George Hollander acted as best man.
The bride is a daughter of Mrs. Minnie Hinz, Division street. She is a popular 
young lady. For a number of years she was employed by the Wisconsin Telephone 
company at the local exchange. The groom, a well-thought-of, industrious young 
man, is employed as head bookkeeper for the R.D. Olp Co.
The couple departed on the 8:06 train for Chicago for a honeymoon trip. They will 
return to the city in the latter part of next week, when they will take up their 
residence at 2111 Washington street.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, May 24, 1906 P. 1


LOIS JEAN SCHMIDT    (d. 1945)

Bludgeon Attack Victim, Mrs. Lois Schmidt, is Dead
Victim of a bludgeoning Monday morning at the George Simmet farm home on the 
Lake shore road two miles south of Manitowoc in which her three year old son, 
Lynn Fraser, was killed, Mrs. Lois Schmidt, 22, died this morning at the Holy 
Family hospital.
Mrs. Schmidt had been in a coma since the attack.
The body of Emil Schmidt, 41, her husband, with a sack weighed with stone around 
his neck was recovered Tuesday noon from the Little Manitowoc river, after police 
found his automobile parked on Waldo boulevard, 150 feet west of the river, late 
Monday afternoon. Bloodstained clothing was found in the trunk of the car.
Mrs. Schmidt and her son were found in an upper bedchamber of the home when her 
father, George Simmet, returned to the home for dinner Monday noon. The mother 
was alive but the son was dead. 
Simmet told authorities that his son-in-law was still at home when the former left 
for work early Monday morning.
Mrs. Schmidt who was eight months pregnant was removed to the hospital where she 
was delivered of her child by a Caesarean section. The infant is doing nicely, 
hospital authorities said.
Mrs. Schmidt is survived by her parents; her infant son, and a brother, Richard, 
in the navy air force. She was born Lois Simmet in this city in 1923.
Funeral services for Mrs. Schmidt were held at 3 o’clock this afternoon at the 
Pfeffer funeral home. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiated and burial was in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 13, 1945  P.2
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[d. 10-13-1945/age 22 yrs./bur. on George Simmet lot]
(Note: Full story on front page of Oct. 8, 1945 Manitowoc Herald Times,
but most is too light to read)


LOUIS SCHMIDT    (d. 1954)

Louis Carl Schmidt, 68, of 1318 S. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died Thursday afternoon 
at his home, following a lingering illness.
Services will be held Saturday afternoon at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. 
He was born in 1885 in the town of Newton, where he resided until 1917, when he 
moved to Manitowoc. In 1908 he married the former Agnes Meyer who died in 1918. 
He married the former Catherine Frank in 1921. He was a member of the Order of 
Odd Fellows.
Survivors include the wife; a daughter, Mrs. Curtis Geissler of Grimms; two sons, 
Hugo A. of Newton and Frederick R. of Rivers Beach, Fla.; a sister, Mrs. Ida 
Vogelsang of Riverton, Wyo.; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 16, 1954  P.19 
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[Louis Carl/d. 04-15-1954/age 68 yrs.]


LOUISA SCHMIDT    (d. 1925)

MOTHER OF MRS. L. SCHUETTE PASSES AWAY
Mrs. Louisa Schmidt, widow of August Schmidt, pioneer coal dealer of the city 
and the mother of Mrs. Louis Schuette, passed away at her home on Franklin Street 
at 7 o'clock last night, aged 79. Mrs. Schmidt was in poor health for some time 
but had been seriously ill only a few days. Funeral sesrvices which will be 
private, will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 from the home.
Mrs. Schmidt was born in Germany, August 17, 1846 and had been a resident of this 
city many years. Besides her daughter, she is survived by one sister, Mrs. Aug. 
Drews. Mr. Schmidt died five years ago.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, May 7, 1925 page 1


LOUISA C. SCHMIDT   (d. 1974)

Mrs. Louisa C. Schmidt, 88, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
afternoon at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Ninth and Pine streets, Manitowoc. The Rev. Glenn Unke 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmidt, nee Louisa Wenzel, was born Oct. 16, 1885, at Chicago, 
daughter of the late August and Elizabeth Hootmann Wenzel. She taught 
elementary school at Chicago and was married to Emil Schmidt Oct. 2, 
1902. She and her husband owned and operated Emil Schmidt Meat Market 
of Manitowoc until 1934, when they retired to a farm on Rt. 2, Manitowoc.
After the death of her husband in 1954, she resided with a son, Delbert. 
She was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Ladies 
Aid Society of the church.
Survivors include five sons, Raymond F., Edward L., Arthur W., and 
Delbert A., of Manitowoc and Wenzel P., of Elmhurst, Ill.; and Mrs. 
Walter (Doris) Borgwardt, of Rt. 1, Valders, 19 grandchildren, 30 
great grandchildren, a great great grandchild, and nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 
3 to 9 p.m. Friday until 11 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be moved 
to the church where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, January 31, 1974 P.20
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[d. 01-30-1974/age 88 yrs./widow of Emil Schmidt]


LOUISE SCHMIDT    (d. 1940)

Mrs. Louisa Schmidt(sic), 83, died last night at the home, 721 Green street. 
Death was due to infirmities of old age.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m., from the Vogelsang funeral 
home, the Rev. A. C. Fischer of the First Reformed church officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Schmidt, nee Louisa Bremer, was born in Germany in 1957 and at the age of 
nine accompanied her parents to this county. The family located at Newton. She 
was married in 1876 to Carl H. Schmidt. Mr. Schmidt engaged in the wood and coal 
business here until his death.
Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. Herbert Koepke, Mrs. Louise Wiltgen, Mrs. 
Minnie Ladwig, Miss Ida Schmidt, all of this city; two sons, Walter of this city, 
Fred of North Fond du Lac; three sisters, Mrs. Fred Vetter and Mrs. Olaf Knutson 
of Valders, Mrs. Ida Vetting of this city; six grandchildren and four great grand-
children.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home tonight after 7 o’clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 13, 1940  P. 2
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[Louisa Bremer Schmidt/d. 02-12-1940/age 82 yrs./cause: chronic myocarditis/
bur. on Mrs. Carl H. Schmidt lot]


LOUISE A. SCHMIDT   (d. 1974)

Louise A. Schmidt, 88, of 511 Riverview Dr., Manitowoc, died Friday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Kock will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Schmidt was born June 10, 1885, at Madison, daughter of the late 
Carl G. and Rosetta Brugeman. She attended Manitowoc High School and was 
employed at Pauly Cheese Co. of Manitowoc for many years. She was a member 
of first German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include a brother, Grover C., of San Francisco, Calif., two 
nephews and two nieces. Three brothers and a sister, Anna, preceded her 
in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 to 
9 p.m. Sunday and at the church from noon Monday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Friday, January 11, 1974 P.12
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[d. 01-11-1974/age 88 yrs./bur. on Carl G. Schmidt lot]


MARIE SCHMIDT    (d. 1907)

DEATH IS A SAD ONE 
Mary (sic) Schmidt Was Thought to be Recovering When Stricken.
Thought to be recovering from an illness of a month’s duration, Miss Mary Schmidt 
was suddenly stricken and death resulted in a day, her demise occurring at the 
family home on Green street early today. Miss Schmidt was 18 years of age and had 
made her home with the family of Ray Flint for some time until her illness in April. 
She appeared to be improving and expected to return to the Flint home next week when 
death claimed her. Heart disease was the cause of death. Miss Schmidt was a daughter 
of the late Wm. Schmidt. The funeral will be held Monday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 22, 1907  P.1
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Death Saturday of Miss Mary Schmidt, the 18-year old daughter of the late 
Wm. Schmidt, following an illness of several weeks duration with heart 
disease. The funeral was held Monday. 
Der Nord Westen, 27 June 1907
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Mary Schmidt
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name	Mary Schmidt
Event Type	Death
Event Date	1907
Event Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Address	Green St
Residence Place	Manitowoc
Gender	Female
Age	18
Marital Status	Single
Race	w
Birth Year (Estimated)	1889
Birthplace	Rapids, Manitowoc, Wis
Cemetery	Evergreen
Father's Name	Carl H. Schmidt
Father's Birthplace	Germany
Mother's Name	Louisa
Mother's Birthplace	Germany
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907" 
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[Minnie (Marie)/bur. 06-22-1907/cause: pneumonia (amonia)]


MARTHA SCHMIDT    (d. 1962)

Mrs. George Schmidt, 51, of 1029 S. 17th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday night at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Phipps Memorial Chapel of 
First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Martha Rose Soukup was born May 31, 1911 in the Town of Gibson, 
daughter of the late Joseph and Rose Pech Soukup. She was married at Melnik, 
Feb. 11, 1930, and the couple resided at Manitowoc two years before returning 
to Melnik. After 19 years at Melnik they moved to Manitowoc. She had been 
employed at Towne House, Manitowoc.
Surviving are her husband, two daughters, Mrs. James Kalista and Mrs. Alvin 
Anderson of Manitowoc; two brothers, Edwin of Manitowoc and William of Melnik; 
two sisters, Mrs. Adolph Witak of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Stanley Zagrodnik 
of Manitowoc; and four grandchildren. A sister preceded her in death. 
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Tuesday until 10:30 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 17, 1962  P.11
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[Martha Rose/d. 09-16-1962/age 51 yrs./wife of George C. Schmidt]


MARY (BABY) SCHMIDT    (d. 1899)

Mary Schmidt
birth: 8 February 1899 Manitowoc
death: 8 February 1899 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1899 Manitowoc, Wis.
father: Domince Schmidt
mother: Cora Miller
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


MATHILDA SCHMIDT    (d. 1960)

Miss Mathilda Schmidt, 86, of 821 Buffalo St., Manitowoc, sister of the late 
Judge Albert Schmidt, died Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Arthur O. Wigdahl will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen cemetery.
Miss Schmidt was born at Manitowoc Sept. 8, 1873, daughter of the late Henry 
and Julia Zinns Schmidt. She attended local schools and a music school at 
Chicago. She sang at various functions in the community for a number of years.
Surviving her are a brother, William F. Schmidt, of Portland, Ore., and three 
nephews, Fred. H. Borcherdt, of Manitowoc. Robert Borcherdt of Maumee, Ohio, 
and Edward Schmidt, of Portland. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 3, 1960  P. 7 
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[d. 03-03-1960/age 86 yrs./bur. on John F. Zinns lot]


MAX SCHMIDT

FLU ATTACK FATAL TO MAX SCHMIDT, 38
South Tenth Street Blacksmith Dies After Four Week's Illness
After an illness of four weeks, which terminated in an attack of the flu, 
Max Schmidt, 38, passed away at his home, 1027 South Tenth street yesterday 
his demise being a sad shock to his relatives and friends.  Mr. Schmidt, 
who with his brother, Walter, had operated the blacksmith shop below his 
home, for the past fifteen years had been in good health until stricken a 
few weeks ago.  Mr. Schmidt had completed plans to be married in June.    
Born in this city September 9, 1890, he has always resided here.  On the 
death of his father, August Schmidt, fifteen years ago he continued to 
conduct the blacksmith shop with his brother.  Seven sisters, Mrs. Richard 
Lade, Mrs. Walter Flint, and Mrs. Leo Brandt, all of this city, Mrs. Walter 
Behrens of Sheboygan, and Mrs. Charles Touselak, of Escanaba, Mich., and 
two brothers, Arthur and Walter of this city survive.
The deceased was a member of the Fraternal Reserve Association.  Burial 
will take place Saturday afternoon at two o'clock from the home on South 
Tenth street, with Rev. Carl Nagel of Elkhart Lake former local pastor 
officiating.  Burial will be at Evergreen.
The Manitowoc Herald-News, Thursday, May 3, 1928
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Burial of Max Schmidt, who died Wednesday night, will take place tomorrow 
afternoon at two o'clock from the home on South Tenth street, with interment 
at Evergreen.  In the list of seven sisters surviving published last night 
in the Herald-News the name of Mrs. Frank Drumm of this city was omitted.  
The passing of Mr. Schmidt was particularly sad as he had planned to wed 
Miss Elsie Brandt in June.
The Manitowoc Herald-News, Friday, May 4, 1928
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Mr. and Mrs. Charles Toushak of Escanaba, Mic., Mr. and Mrs. Walter Behrens, 
and son, Walter, of Sheboygan; Mrs. Edward Stafffeld and George Heller of 
Neenah; Mr. and Mrs. H. McGrath of Appleton; Mrs. John Schweltzer, Reuben and 
Marguerita Schweltzer of Haven, Mrs. Monk of Newton returned to their 
respective homes after attending the funeral of Max Schmidt.
The Manitowoc Herald-News, Monday, May 7, 1928
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Certificate of Death-(excerpts) 
PLACE OF DEATH-(1027 S. 10th, 1 ward), 
FULL NAME-Max Schmidt, Sex-M, Color or Race-White, 
Date of Birth-Sept. 9-1890, age-37, Occupation-Blacksmith, Birthplace-Wis.. 
Name of Father-August Schmidt, Birthplace of Father-Germany, 
Name of Mother-Elisabeth Rauber, Birthplace of Mother-Wis., 
Date of Death-May 2, 1928, Cause of Death-Endorcarditis (Rheumatism & Influenza), 
Place of Burial-Evergreen Cemetery., Date of Burial-May 5, 1928, 
Informant-Mrs. Frank Drumm-Manitowoc Co. Register of Deeds
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
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[cause: heart disease/bur. on Aug. Schmidt lot]


MAY SCHMIDT    (d. 1976)

Mrs. Otto (May) Schmidt, 73, of 1302 N. 11th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday 
afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. David A. Passet will officiate with burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schmidt, nee May Frischmuth, was born Jan. 13, 1903, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Gust and Lottie Wild Frischmuth. She attended and 
completed her high school education at Manitowoc and was married to Otto H. 
Schmidt Oct. 26, 1927, at Manitowoc Rapids. He preceded her in death Nov. 23, 
1976. She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Keith O. and Phyllis W. Schmidt, 
of Tacoma, Wash.; a brother, Stanley Frischmuth of Fern Park, Fla.; nieces, 
nephews and other relatives.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday 
and Thursday until the time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, December 21, 1976  P.3
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[widow of Otto H. Schmidt]


MENA SCHMIDT    (d. 1911)

DIED:
Mrs. Henry Schmidt died at her home on South Tenth street Saturday 
night, age 71 years. She was born in Germany and came with her 
husband to this country in 1866, locating in Manitowoc where they 
resided ever since.
Mrs. Schmidt is survived by her husband and four children, Mrs. Chas. 
Ingoe of Chicago, Mrs. John Kennedy and August Schmidt of this city 
and Henry Schmidt, Jr.
The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Machmiller officiating. 
Interment was in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, March 30, 1911  pg. 1
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Last member of her family, Mrs. Mary Schmidt, an aged resident of the South side, 
died at the home on Tenth Street Saturday night, old age and a complication of 
diseases from which she had suffered causing her demise. Mrs. Schmidt was 71 years 
of age and came to this city with her husband from Germany in 1866. Mrs. Schmidt 
had been ill for several months. An aged husband and five children survive, August, 
Henry, Mrs. John Kennedy, this city, Mrs. C. Engelland of Chicago and one son whose 
present whereabouts are unknown to the family. The funeral will be held Tuesday 
from the late home, Rev. Machmiller officiating with interment at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Mar. 27, 1911
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[cause: cancer]


MILROY SCHMIDT

Kustka, Schmidt, Dramm Boys Drown; Small Boat Capsizes One Mile Out
Norbert Kustka, August Haese Are Rescued On Sunday Afternoon
BOYS SHOUT FAREWELL
Small Sailboat Fills With Water Leaving Five In Craft To Flounder
Three Manitowoc boys were drowned and two companions were rescued Sunday 
afternoon when their small sailboat capsized and sank about a mile off the 
Manitowoc lighthouse.
The dead are:
George Kustka, 22, 1016 N. 15th street.
William Dramm, 19, 909 Park street.
Milroy Schmidt, 18, 1809 Belmont St.
Norbert Kustka, 17, a brother of George Kustka, and August Haese, 17, 1824 
Belmont St., were rescued. Almost exhausted, they were picked up by the 
Esperanza II, Two Rivers pleasure yacht owned and skippered by Dr. Herman 
Kahlenberg.
Search continued today for the bodies of the three youths. The lake is about 
40 feet deep where the tragedy occurred. The sailboat had originally been an 
old steel lifeboat. It was built over by a club of boys and christened the 
Maybee. The boat was apparently caught in a trough as the attempt was made to 
turn it and head it for the harbor. One wave partially filled the boat and a 
second wave overturned it and sank it. The boys were unable to reach for life 
preservers in the cabin of the craft.
According to August Haese, who gave the most coherent account of what took 
place, George Kustka, Dramm and Schmidt lost their lives when they became 
exhausted trying to swim toward the pier. Schmidt and Dramm, he said, both 
shouted farewell warnings to their companions as they were forced to give up 
their struggles. George Kustka never spoke, according to Haese.
Were Floundering
While all five youths who started out from the harbor here at 3 p.m. could swim. 
Haese and Norbert Kustka were the more proficient. Dramm was handicapped by a 
stiff shoulder which was broken in an accident some time ago. After waves nearly 
filled the Maybee it settled and sank from sight so quickly that the five aboard 
were soon floundering about in the choppy waters of the lake. 
The air tight bulkheads that were part of the steel lifeboat had been taken out 
to make room for the engine and cabine, built into the Maybee after a club of 
north side boys acquired the boat. Ballast added to the keel of the boat weighed 
it down.
Norbert Kustka was at the tiller of the Maybee leaving the harbor. The engine 
was started to give the boat headway to the end of the piers. Sail was made and 
the engine was shut off. According to Kustka it was decided to turn back in the 
harbor when the mile post, a buoy located almost directly due east of the piers, 
was sighted just ahead.
Wave Strikes
Kustka put the helm over and the Maybee came around broadside to the swells 
running in toward the shore. Suddenly a big wave struck the craft and it partly 
capsized and began to fill with water. Quickly all five aboard clambered on the 
upper side of the Maybee in an effort to right her and bail out the water. 
A gust of wind and another wave completed the hazard of the youthful sailors. 
The boat filled more rapidly and suddenly started to sink. 
"Pull off your clothes and swim toward the piers." Haese yelled as he took the 
lead toward the piers, almost a mile distant. 
All sensed the danger but no one sought to grab any of the others, according to 
Haese.
"We all started to swim toward the piers but the choppy seas made it hard," Haese 
said.
Finally crowds on the pier and along the shore noticed the tragedy being enacted 
before their eyes. In the harbor, returning to Two Rivers, was Dr. Herman 
Kahlenberg in his power sailboat, the Esperanza II. With him was his wife, Alice, 
and two guests, Roland Klinkner and Lester Bentley. 
Spied Two Boys
Edward Hamilton aboard a snipe boat in the inner basin and others on the pier 
motioned Kahlenberg out into the lake. He started his engine at full speed and 
drove in the direction they pointed. 
Soon just ahead two heads bobbed up and down in the lake. The Esperanza first 
came upon Haese. (continued on page 2)
He was swimming toward the pier and did not appear to be in serious trouble. 
But 100 feet beyond Norbert Kustka, hindered by his clothing, was in distress. 
A ring life preserver was thrown to Haese and the Esperanza went to Kustka's 
rescue. He had partly sunk from sight when the rescue party reached his side. 
A long pike pole in the hands of Bentley and Klinkner was shoved over the side 
toward Kustka. Instinctively he grabbed it and he was pulled toward the side of 
the Esperanza. Mrs. Kahlenberg reached over and grabbed Kustka and soon he was 
on deck.
The Kahlenbergs next turned toward Haese. He was clinging in the life preserver 
and trying to swim toward the pier at the same time. He was hauled aboard the 
rescue craft. The lake was scanned in all directions but the other three could 
not be seen.
The Esperanza turned about and headed for the piers. Kustka had swallowed 
considerable water and lapsed into unconsciousness.
Call Coast Guard
In the meantime the alarm spread and soon the Two Rivers coast guard crew, in 
charge of Boatswain Mate Joseph Czechanski, put out and small craft from both 
this port and Two Rivers joined in the search. 
After an hour's search of the lake's surface dragging operations were started. 
The coast guard crew and the Schuette yacht Gesine dragged the bottom of the 
lake in the vicinity of where the Maybee sank from sight until 1 a.m. today and 
returned later this morning. 
When the Esperanza docked at the foot of North Sixth street with Haese and Norbert 
Kustka the inhalator squad from the north side fire station was waiting. While 
Haese was whisked away to his home on Belmont street Kustka was fed oxygen from 
the hose line while at the same time the firemen and physicians massaged his body 
and administered artificial respiration.
In a few minutes Kustka revived but the treatment was continued for a half hour. 
He was placed in the city ambulance and taken to the hospital. He was able to 
return to his home late today. 
Large Crowds
News of the triple drowning spread about the city like wildfire. Soon the shore 
line from Commercial street north to the Little Manitowoc was lined with hundreds 
of persons watching the searching parties. Even after darkness settled over the 
water last night the crowds of watchers stood along the shore. 
The Maybee, the steel lifeboat changed over into a sailing sloop and equipped 
with a gasoline engine, was in trouble before although Haese and Kustka insist 
the boat was seaworthy. Last June Norbert Kustka and Lester Musil, Menasha avenue, 
took the Maybee out in the lake. The motor died and an offshore wind prevented 
them from getting the craft back into port. They cast anchor a mile off the piers 
and remained most of the night until the coast guard from Two Rivers, in search 
for them, located the disable craft and towed it into port. 
Originally the Maybee served many years as a lifeboat on either one of the Goodrich 
boats or a Reiss freighter. It was secured by a club of boys, ten or more in 
number and rebuilt to provide a cabin forward and place for an engine at the 
stern. 
Arthur Haese Jr., 1824 Belmont street, a brother of one of the two boys saved, 
intended to make the trip Sunday aboard the Maybee, but he had an engagement to 
see a friend off to school and did not join the five others for the fatal cruise. 
First of Season
The triple drowning Sunday marked the first fatalities of the summer season in 
Manitowoc and came a week after the life guards went off duty at the bathing 
beaches here.
August Haese is a member of the junior life saving corps at Lincoln high school 
and has been proficient in swimming classes ever since leaving the eight grade.
George Kustka, 22, one of the three drowning victims, resided at 1016 North 15th 
street and was the principal support of the family. He was employed as an attendant 
at the Deep Rock Oil companyon North 11th street. He was a graduate of the Lincoln 
high scool a few years ago and since leaving school has been employed. The survivors 
are his father Anton, four sisters, Agnes, Pauline, Mabel and Margie, and a 
brother, Norbert, one of the two saved Sunday. Norbert Kustka is employed as 
delivery boy for a meat market. 
The John Dramm family is among those who were sadly bereaved when the youngest 
member, William, died in the accident yesterday. He was 19 years of age. 
An ardent sailor, William had only yesterday put up his sloop, the Arab, for the 
winter. He was a member of the Manitowoc Yacht club and took a keen interest in 
maritime activities and history. He had collected one of the finest assortment 
of photographs of vessels built in or sailing from Manitowoc in the city. The 
collection encompassed vessels sailing from here during the past fifty years. 
His interests also led him to assemble a very excellent collection of postage 
stamps and he was a member of the local stamp collectors club. Besides his school 
work, William assisted in the Dramm floral shop and meat market. He enjoyed the 
out of doors and delighted in hunting and fishing. 
By confirmation he was a member of the First Lutheran church where he had many 
friends among the younger people.
Going To School
Milroy Schmidt, 18, son of Mr. and Mrs. Leo Schmidt, 1809 Belmont street, was 
born March 23, 1916. He attended the Lincoln high school for three years and took 
several courses at the Vocational school last year. 
"He was already enrolled in the Vocational school this year and had planned on 
finishing high school," Mr. Schmidt said today. 
Milroy, together with the other accident victims, spent a great deal of time on 
the water. His interest in boats had taken up most of his spare time during the 
past few years. During the Homecoming celebration here, he and the others managed 
a speed boat ride service on the river. 
Besides his parents, Milroy is survived by a brother, Orley, aged 13, and a sister, 
Roma, aged 16.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 10, 1934 p.1
(Note: There are 2 more columns about the drowning on page 1)
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LOCATE BODIES OF TWO; RITES ARE ARRANGED
Bodies of Milroy Schmidt and William Dramm Found About a Mile Off Piers
Bodies of two victims of the triple drowning off the harbor here a week 
ago Sunday when the sloop Maybee capsized and sank were recovered from 
the lake this morning.
The first body found was that of Milroy Schmidt which floated to the 
surface a little more than a mile north of the piers near the pond nets 
of Richard Lade. Two hours later the body of William Dramm was found a 
mile off the north pier within a few hundred years of where the Maybee 
sank.
Search continued today for the body of the third boy, George Kustka.
The Schmidt body was first noticed by Mr. Lade early today when he went 
to lift his nets along the shore between here and Two Rivers. He put back 
to Manitowoc at once and notified the police station which in turn called 
the coast guard at Two Rivers. Accompanied by John Nehring, engineer on 
the White Swan, and Officer Aaron Peters, Lade took his boat out again.
Hands Clasped
The body was soon located and the boat awaited the coast guard to assist 
in lifting it from the water. Mr. Nehring climbed aboard the surf boat of 
the coast guard and assisted members of the crew in putting the body on 
board. Except for trousers it was fully clothed. There was a blue sweater 
over two shirts. Both hands were clasped tightly together. There were no 
marks or scars on the body.
After depositing the Schmidt body on the dock near the Elks club Capt. 
Rogers took the coast guard crew out to continue the search. For a time 
there was no trace of a body but soon after a carferry passed into the 
harbor from across the lake, the currents lifted the body of the Dramm boy 
to the surface about a mile northeast of the north pier. This body was fully 
clothed, except that a blue outer coat had been removed. 
Funeral services for Milroy Schmidt took place this afternoon at 4 o'clock 
from the Shimek and Schwartz funeral parlors. They were in charge of the Rev. 
Theo. Uetzmann of the Immanuel Lutheran church. Interment was at Evergreen 
cemetery.
A memorial service for Milroy Schmidt will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at 
the Immanuel Lutheran church. He was 18 years of age and is survived by his 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Schmidt, 1809 Belmont street, a brother Orley and 
a sister, Roma. He had been a student at the vocational school.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 18, 1934 P.1
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[Milroy Laurence Schmidt/bur. 9-18-1934/cause: accidental drowning/
bur. on Leo Schmidt lot]


MINNIE E. SCHMIDT

Mrs. C. Otto Schmidt, 71, nee Minnie Engels, widow of a veteran editor of a 
German language weekly paper here, died Sunday morning at the home of her son, 
C. Otto Schmidt, Jr., of 850 North Fifth street.
Christian Science services will be read at the Schmidt home Tuesday at 3 p.m. 
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Schmidt, daughter of the late Carl and Marie Engels, was born in Milwaukee 
in 1870 and a few years later the family moved to Manitowoc. She was educated 
in the schools here and in 1890 was married to C. Otto Schmidt, editor of “Die 
Warheit” one of the German language newspapers published here at that time.
Mr. Schmidt died in 1906. Following her husband’s death Mrs. Schmidt operated 
the newspaper for two years. She was a member of the Christian Science church 
and the Eastern Star. 
She is survived by a son, C. Otto Schmidt, Jr., with whom she made her home; 
sister, Mrs. Lina Stolze of Los Angeles; and a grandson, Donald C. of Milwaukee.
The body was moved to the Schmidt home this afternoon from the Frazier mortuary 
and may be viewed there until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 1, 1941  P.2
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[d. 11-30-1941/age 71 yrs./cause: carcinoma of uterus/wife of C. Otto Schmidt]


NANCY ANN SCHMIDT    (d. 1948)

Mary (sic) Ann, two-day-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Schmidt, of 713 
Huron street, died Saturday. Funeral services were held at 2 o’clock this 
afternoon at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger 
officiating. Burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
Survivors are the parents; two brothers, Ernie and Gary; sister, Sandra; 
grandparents, Mrs. Edward Heise, Mr. and Mrs. John Pleuss, all of this 
city.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 15, 1948 P.2
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[d. 03-13-1948/age 2 days/bur. on Arthur and Phylis Schmidt lot]


ORLEY SCHMIDT

SERVICES ARE HELD FOR TWO AIR VICTIMS
Edward Nelson, Orley Schmidt Are Buried Today; Schmatz Rites Thursday
Funeral rites for Edward J. Nelson, Manitowoc business man, and Orley Schmidt, 
high school athlete and student pilot, killed in a plane crash in Nelson's plane 
near the airport early Sunday evening, were held here this afternoon.
Services for Mr. Nelson were held at 3 p.m. from the Frazier mortuary chapel 
with the Rev. C. H. Phipps of the First Presbyterian church officiating.  The 
casket was not opened before the services and was draped with a large American 
flag.
Schmidt Services   
Honorary pallbearers were past presidents of the Lions club, of which Mr. Nelson 
was the first president.  They were Alois Fischl Sr., Edward Mackey, Otto Engel, 
William Huchthausen, Edward Meyer and Junias Pleuss.  Active pallbearers were 
Orville Breuer, John Schuette, John Kasper, Reinhardt Zechek, Arthur Pitz and 
Elton Hanson.  Burial was in Evergreen cemetery. 
Funeral services for Orley Schmidt were held at 2 p.m. from the Immanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran church, the Rev. E. F. Uetzmann officiating.  Burial was 
in Evergreen cemetery.
Pallbearers were Edward Steckmesser, Kenneth Mueller and Billy Hrudka, who played 
on high school teams with Schmidt the past three years, Robert Vande Castle, 
Milton Habeck and John Rehak.
Funeral services for Eugene Schmatz, 18, of Branch, third victim of the accident, 
who died yesterday morning, will be held Thursday at 9 a.m. from thme St. 
Michael's church at Whitelaw with interment in the church cemetery.  The body is 
at the Schmatz home.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Wednesday, July 19, 1939
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Two Killed, Two Injured As
Plane Crashes Near Airport
Businessman And Athlete Die As Monoplane Falls
(PICTURES)
The nose of its motor smashed and bent to the ground, the wrecked plane in 
which Edward Nelson and Orley Schmidt died last night is shown above. Schmidt 
is shown to the left below.  In the center and to the right below are two 
pictures of Nelson taken at Cleveland, O., a week ago by Cyril Niquette, Two 
Rivers. The pictures were developed and printed this morning and were never 
seen by Nelson.  Photo of the wrecked plane is by the Herald-Times photographer.
Edward Nelson, Pilot, And Orley Schmidt Are Victims
Two persons were killed and two others seriously injured early last night when 
a cabin plane piloted by Edward J. Nelson, Manitowoc aviator and businessman, 
fell into an oat field on the Henry Klackner farm on the Town Line road just 
north of the Municipal Airport. 
The Dead:
Nelson, 53, of 709 St. Clair street, instantly killed.  Suffered a basal skull 
fracture, severe lacerations of the face and forehead, internal injuries and 
broken ankles.
Orley Schmidt, 17, of 1809 Belmont street, former high school athlete and 
student pilot, died a few minutes after the crash of a brain concussion.  His 
left arm was broken at the shoulder.
The injured:
Eugene Schmatz, 19, Branch in a grave condition at the Holy Family hospital 
suffering from a brain concussion, a broken neck, and leg fractures.
Emil Opichka, 18, Newton, at the hospital suffering from a broken nose and 
fractured right ankle.
Opichka, who regained consciousness at the hospital this morning, told physicians 
that he recalled nothing after climbing into the rear seat of the plane shortly 
before Nelson took off from the airport.  Physicians said the shock of the fall 
would result in Opichka's loss of memory for 24 or 36 hours.
Up 100 feet
The plane crashed as Nelson had attained a height of about 100 feet after taking 
off from the airport, where he had been taking up passengers.  Art Donohue, 
managing the airport in the absence of Elmer Leighton, said today Nelson, who 
held a transport pilot's license, was turning ten per cent of the money over to 
the airport management.
Witnesses said the motor of the ship died and the plane went into a spin and 
crashed.  The accident occurred few minutes before 8 o'clock.  Police received a 
call at 8 o'clock sharp.  Scores of people saw the ship fall and hundreds 
converged on the Klackner farm as authorities rushed city and county ambulances 
to the scene.  Opichka and Schmatz were taken to the hospital at once.  Dr. 
Norman C. Erdman, who had flown with Nelson during the afternoon, arrived a few 
minutes after the accident and pronounced Nelson dead.  Schmidt was still living 
when the doctor arrived but died a few moment later without regaining 
consciousness.
A coroner's jury was impanelled today by Dr. Gerald Rau, county coroner, and 
District Attorney Patrick Dewane.  Members are George Pankratz, Mrs. Jess Dempski, 
Oscar Belinski, David Dwyer, George Martin, Ed Leschke and Walter Gebrinsky. The 
jury viewed the bodies and was adjourned to await the outcome of the Opichka and 
Schmatz' injuries.
Says Motor "Died"
A local pilot who declined to be quoted said Nelson's motor died shortly after 
the take-off as the ship was turning to the right.  The ship, he said, was rising 
steeply.  When the motor died on the turn the plane nosed down.  The motor picked 
up momentarily but stopped and the ship went into a spin, with the tail turning 
around with the nose of the ship an axis.  It was the spin that many eye-witnesses 
took for a side-slip.
Among the first to reach the wrecked plane were Tony Panosh, Menasha avenue; 
Officer William McConnell, who was on his front porch watching the plane; Fred 
Brue and Robert Meyer of the airport; Robert Holschbach and Henry Klackner, on 
whose farm the accident occurred.
Nelson, according to McConnell, was in the pilot's seat and Schmidt was beside 
him.  Opichka and Schmatz were in the rear, pushed under the front seats.  The 
bodies were taken from the plane and placed on the ground.  The fusilage was 
torn away so that the passengers could be extricated.
Calls Police Station:
As McConnell saw the plane fall he rushed into his home and called Lieut. Aaron 
Peterson at the police station.  A moment later, Lt. Peterson received a call 
from Adolph Marquardt, 1115 South 15th street, that a plane had fallen and four 
people we injured.  Peterson dispatched the city ambulance with Officers Elmer 
Scherer and William Diegel and called the county ambulance, which was sent from 
the sheriffs office.
"I was watching the plane as it climbed up over the trees," McConnell said. "As 
it was banking, I heard the motors die.  Then the ship slid sideways to its left 
and I heard a loud "swoosh" as it hit the field."
Holschbach, who also saw the plane fall, claimed he heard the motors turn over 
just a second before the plane hit the ground.
Nelson, a licensed transport pilot, was a World war veteran and had been flying 
for about 12 years.  Last September he purchased the Fairchild ship for $7,000.
Tells of Crash:
Norman Kleman, student flyer at the airport, an eye-witness, said:
"Taking off to the east, the motor suddenly went dead at about 100 feet.  The 
pilot apparently attempted to circle northward in an attempt to bring his plane 
around to the landing on the field.  However, the plane lost speed and altitude 
rapidly and crashed."
Roy Lamach and Francis Kelley, both of Cato, narrowly missed making the fatal 
flight.  They had purchased tickets and were ready to get into the plane when 
Opichka and Schamtz pushed in ahead of them.
Angry at having to wait until the next flight, Kelley and Lamach watched the 
plane take off.  A moment later they saw it crash into the oat field.  They 
rushed to the scene and helped remove the victims from the plane.
Perry Hodgden, investigator of the Air Safety Board of the Civil Aeronautics 
Authority, Chicago and Burleigh Putman, Jr., inspector of the Wisconsin district 
for the Civil Aeronautics Authority arrived here early this morning to 
investigate the crash.  They would not reveal their finds because of board 
regulations but sent reports to Washington immediately.
Within a few moment after the crash hundreds of people arrived at the Klackner 
farm and traffic jammed along the townline road.  Scores ran across fields, 
knocking down Klackner's stand of oats, cutting and breaking fences, to reach 
the plane.  They tore souvenir strips from the fuselage and took pieces of the 
broken motor.  Police and sheriff's men had difficulty getting ambulances 
through the crowd.
Scene of Crash:
Nelson's plane crashed within 400 feet of the spot where a plane piloted by 
Melvin Thompson, 41, Kohler flyer, fell August 12, 1929, in a field on the 
Henry Klackner farm.  His passenger, Ruth Williams, 21, of Chicago, a cabaret 
entertainer, was killed.
Thompson, seriously injured, recovered after spending several weeks in the 
hospital.      
Thompson was using a ship owned by the late Frank Shoblaska, airport manager, 
and had taken off from the airport late in the afternoon with Miss Williams.  
The plane fell from a height of 1,500 feet.
Klackner, who was an eye-witness to this crash today pointed to the spot in his 
field where the city's first airplane tragedy occurred 10 years ago, almost a 
stone's throw from where the Nelson ship came down last night.
Relatives of Nelson had difficulty last night locating his brother, George, 
who left Saturday on the Yacht Manowis for a week's cruise.  He was finally 
located in Manistique, Mich.
Joined Grocery Firm:
Edward J. Nelson was born in this city in 1886, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Julius 
C. Nelson.  He attended the northside grade schools and the northside high 
school.
Soon after leaving school he entered the employ of Thomas Higgins, head of the 
Manitowoc and Northern Traction company.  He operated one of the street cars on 
the local line.
In 1906 he entered the Plumb and Nelson company, wholesale grocers, founded by 
the Nelson and Plumb families.  From a position as shipping clerk he advanced 
to positions of trust with the firm.  At the time of his death he was vice-
president and secretary, and also division manager for the Clover Farm Stores, 
an organization of retail establishments serviced by the parent firm.
While still a young man Mr. Nelson took the Manitowoc agency for the Indian 
motorcycle and engaged in dirt track racing in the state.  He established 
records on mile and half mile tracks all over the middle west.
When the Untied States entered the World war he joined the service and was 
assigned to duty with units at Camp Custer, Battle Creek, Mich.
Traveled By Air:
Mr. Nelson took an interest in flying and for nearly 15 years has operated 
his own planes.  He first secured a pilot's license, later was granted a permit 
to carry passengers and lastly passed strict requirements giving him a transport 
pilot's license.  He was known as one of the most careful plane pilots in the 
state and never did any "stunting" with his ship.  He made numerous cross-
country flights to Cleveland, New York and annually attended the automobile 
races at Indianapolis, making the trip always by air.
His newest plane, a Fairchild four-passenger model was acquired only a few 
months ago.  
His fraternal affiliations included membership in the Lions club of which he 
served as first president and was one of the organizers, the Elks, the 
Manitowoc Chapter of the Izaak Walton league, the Drews post of the American 
Legion and the Manitowoc Gun club.
He never married and made his home with his mother, Mrs. Carrie Nelson at 
709 St. Clair street.
Funeral Wednesday:
Survivors are the mother; brother, George, of this city; and three sisters, 
Mrs. George Fannon of Appleton; Mrs. Henry Marin of Menominee, Mich.; and 
Mrs. C. H. Matravers, of Stevens Point, Wis.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Frazier mortuary 
chapel.  Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
The body may be viewed after two o'clock Tuesday afternoon.
Orley Schmidt, other victim of the crash, was a high school athlete and had 
letters in three sports at Lincoln high school the past three years, and was 
graduated last June.  He resided with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Schmidt 
at 1809 Belmont street.
He was born in Reedsville in 1921 and 10 years ago accompanied his parents 
to this city.  He attended Wilson junior high school and entered Lincoln high 
school as a sophomore.  He was an end on the football team, a center and guard 
on the basketball team and a middle distance runner on the track team.
He took a great interest in aviation and did considerable flying during his 
high school days.  Several months ago he secured a solo pilot's license.  He 
was working to secure a regular pilot's license.  He also assisted his father 
in the masonry business.
Survivors are the parents, and a sister, Roma, city.  A brother, Milroy, 18, 
was drowned off the harbor entrance here September 9, 1934, one of three boys 
who lost their lives when a boat in which they were riding, capsized.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran church, the Rev. Theo. Uetzmann, officiating.  Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from 
Tuesday at 5 p.m. until Wednesday at 10 a..m.  It will then be moved to the 
church where the casket will be open until the hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, Monday, July 17, 1939
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)
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[d. 07-16-1939/age 17 yrs./cause: fractured cervical vertebral fracture 
of left humerus left ulnaleft radius/bur. on Leo Schmidt lot]


OTTO H. SCHMIDT    (d. 1912)

Special to the Northwestern
Manitowoc - Otto Schmidt, a well known South side businessman, while returning 
to his home at midnight last night was suddenly stricken with heart failure and 
died on the street within a few blocks of his home. He was forty-two years old, 
a veteran of the Spanish American War and prominent member of the Eagles. He had 
not complained of being ill.
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern, Fri., Aug 16, 1912 page 1
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STRICKEN BY DEATH WHILE ON THE STREET
Otto Schmidt, South Side Businessman, Dies Suddenly
WAS ON WAY TO HIS HOME AT TIME
Overcome by a sudden attack of illness while returning to his home Thursday night, 
Otto Schmidt, aged 42, a well known South Side businessman, died on South Eleventh 
Street, a short distance from his home, expiring in the arms of Charles Ladwig who 
hastened from his home to the assistance of Mr. Schmidt, when he heard the latter's 
cry for aid. Mr. Ladwig, at request of Mr. Schmidt, returned to the house to secure 
a glass of water and returned to find the stricken man near death. Mr. Schmidt 
realized his condition declaring that death was at hand just before he passed away. 
Heart failure caused death.
Mr. Schmidt, who made his home with his mother at 1120 Division Street, had been with 
friends during the evening and was apparently in the best of health and spirits, not 
having complained of illness. Edward Herman, a friend was with Mr. Schmidt at 10:30 
and Mr. Schmidt started for home soon after. He had proceeded a considerable distance 
and was about to make a short cut through a vacant lot from Eleventh to Twelfth Streets 
when he was stricken. Mr. Ladwig, whose home is in that vicinity, heard Mr. Schmidt's 
cry for help and reached his side almost immediately and found Mr. Schmidt suffering 
from a serious attack that interfered with his breathing. The stricken man had torn his 
collar from about his throat and was able to talk, requesting Mr. Ladwig to get him 
water. Complying with the request, Mr. Ladwig returned to find Mr. Schmidt near death., 
the unfortunate man falling back into his arms with the cry: “It's all over, I am 
finished.”
Summoning assistance, Mr. Ladwig cared for the body until the arrival of the police who 
were notified of the death and later the body was turned over to Urbanek and Wattawa and 
removed to the undertaking rooms on N. Eighth Street. Mr. Schmidt's death occurred 
shortly after 11 o''clock and relatives were notified. A brother reached the scene to 
take charge of the body and directed its disposition.
Mr. Schmidt was engaged in the cigar business conducting a shop on So. Main Street between 
Marshall and Hamilton and was well known throughout the city. For a number of years, Mr. 
Schmidt was employed by the C. Reiss Coal Co., having been foreman of the Old Wisconsin 
Central Docks and later holding the same position with the Reiss Co., resigning to engage 
in the cigar business. He was a member of the Eagles and a veteran of the Spanish American 
war, having served with Company H of this city in the campaign of 1898. Mr. Schmidt was 
one of the most popular members of the Eagles and had taken a prominent part in the 
activities of the organization.
An aged mother, three brothers, Emil of Eagle Grove, Ia., Arthur and Edward of this city 
and three sisters, Mrs. William Sloan of Kenosha, Mrs. Erdman and Miss Della of this city 
survive Mr. Schmidt. No inquest was held, physicians certifying that death was due to 
heart failure. Funeral services will be held from the late home Sunday afternoon at 2 
o'clock and will be in charge of the local Aerie of Eagles who will attend in a body.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., Aug. 16, 1912
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DIED:
Otto Schmidt, died suddenly of heart failure last Thursday night at 11 o'clock 
on Madison street, while on his way home. He had been apparently as well as usual 
and had not complained of feeling ill and his sudden demise was a shock to his 
mother, brothers and sisters. He was 43 years of age and unmarried and resided 
with his mother on Division street. He operated a cigar shop on South 10th street 
the past few years. He was a member of the Royal League, the Eagles and Camp 
Lawton of the Spanish War Veterans.
Besides his mother, three sisters, Mrs. Wm. Sloan of Kenosha, Amanda and Della 
of this city, and three brothers, Emil of Eagle Grove, Iowa, and Arthur and Edward 
of this city survive him.
The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the home on Division street. Interment 
was in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, August 22, 1912  pg. 1
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[cause: angina pectoris]


OTTO H. SCHMIDT    (d. 1976)

Otto H. Schmidt, 78, of 1302 N.  11th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Monday evening at home. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with the Rev. David A. Passet officiating and 
burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmidt was born April 26,1898, in the Town of Meeme, son of the late 
Franz and Augusta Schmidt. He was educated at School Hill. He married May 
Frischmuth Oct. 26, 1927, at Manitowoc Rapids. He had worked for Manitowoc 
County, Medusa Cement Co., and was retired from the Manitowoc Public 
Utilities in 1963. He was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church. 
Survivors include his wife; a son and daughter-in-law (private); four brothers, 
Fred of Manitowoc, August of Chilton, William of New Holstein and Arthur of 
Sherwood. He was preceded in death by three brothers and a sister. Friends 
may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday and 
Friday until the time of service.
Herald-Times-Reporter, Wed., November 24, 1976


PAUL A. SCHMIDT    (d. 1969)

Paul A. Schmidt, 69, of 1125 S. 25th St., Manitowoc, died Monday at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. George Knudson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc, with military graveside rites by the Drews-Bleser Post No. 88 American 
Legion.
Mr. Schmidt was born June 26, 1899, at Two Rivers, son of the late Wilhelm and 
Marie Hahn Schmidt. He married Alice L. Stasiek July 2, 1942, at Manitowoc, and 
the couple established its home here. He worked as an electrician in the Manitowoc 
area until retirement in 1961, and was a member of International Brotherhood of 
Electrical Workers No. 751. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II.
Survivors include his wife; four sisters, Mrs. O.J. Bechtelheimer of Brooksville, 
Fla., Mrs. Martha Mancel of Two Rivers, Mrs. Ben Frye and Miss Sybil Schmidt of 
Milwaukee, and a brother, Walter, of Two Rivers. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 19, 1969  P. 13
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[bur. on Mrs. Alice L. Schmidt lot]


PETER M. SCHMIDT    (d. 1970)

Peter M. Schmidt, 72, of 1012A Madison St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning at 
home. Funeral services will be at 10:30 am Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home 
and at 11 am at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Msgr. 
Alfred Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmidt was born April 29, 1898 at Clarks Mills, son of the late John and 
Margaret Pankratz Schmidt. He moved to Manitowoc in 1919 where he married Emma 
Ebenhoe May 12, 1919. She preceded him in death July 14, 1943. He then married 
Amanda Douglas July 14, 1945. He retired seven years ago after being employed 
at Formrite Tube So., Two Rivers, and Northern Produce Co., Manitowoc. He was 
a 25 year member of the Eagles Aerie No. 706.
Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Mrs. Erwin (Gaye) Mrotek of Manitowoc; 
and three brothers, Andrew of Phlox, Wis., Joseph of Arizona and Louis of Valders. 
Two sisters and four brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 o'clock this Wednesday afternoon 
where a wake service will be at 7 o'clock and an Eagles memorial service at 8 
o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Aug. 19, 1970 page T10
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[d. 08-18-1970/age 72 yrs.]
(29 Apr 1898/Aug 1970/SSDI)


PHYLLIS L. SCHMIDT    (d. 2009)

Phyllis L. Schmidt, age 93, a resident of 4222 Mirro Drive, Manitowoc, entered 
eternal life on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, at her residence.
Phyllis was born on Jan. 17, 1916, in Manitowoc, to the late Edward and Elizabeth 
Reif Heise. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1934; the first class to 
hold graduation in the Bowl. On July 23, 1938, Phyllis married Arthur R. Schmidt 
in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on Feb. 20, 1996.
Phyllis loved her family, her pets, and doing crafts and gardening. She sold 
produce at the Farmer's Market in Manitowoc for 15 years. Her latest craft project 
was knitting bears for Mother Bear Project of Minnesota, which sends knit bears to 
Africa for children with AIDS. She had knit 175 bears for the children. Phyllis 
was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manitowoc.
She is survived by her five children: Ernie Schmidt and Jim Schmidt, Manitowoc; 
Sandie (Steve) Hoffman, Scottsdale, Ariz.; Gary (Janet) Schmidt, Milwaukie, Ore.; 
and Art (Susan) Schmidt, Green Bay; one sister: Dorathea (Lloyd) Kiel, West Bend; 
nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; also other relatives and friends. Phyllis 
was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Nancy Ann; three sisters and two 
brothers-in-law: Florence (Fred) Schwalbe, Loraine (Walter) Olson, and Lillian Heise.
Phyllis was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Nancy Ann; three sisters and 
two brothers-in-law: Florence (Fred) Schwalbe, Loraine (Walter) Olson, and Lillian 
Heise.
It was Phyllis' request to have a private graveside service held for her immediate 
family at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, N. 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc, is assisting the family with arrangements.
The family requests that any memorials in Phyllis' name be sent to First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wisconsin  Sunday, November 8, 2009  pg. 9


RICHARD F. SCHMIDT    (d. 2010)

Richard F. Schmidt, age 68, a Milwaukee resident, entered into eternal life on 
Monday, Nov. 15, 2010, at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay.
Richard was born on Jan. 15, 1942, in Manitowoc, to the late Harold and Clara 
Novachek Schmidt. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1960. 
Following his graduation, Dick enlisted in the United States Navy. After his 
honorable discharge, he received his associate degree from UW Manitowoc. Dick 
then moved to Milwaukee where he was employed at Northwestern Mutual Life 
Insurance Company until his retirement in 2000. He was an avid outdoorsman.
Survivors include his two brothers: Robert (Audrey) Schmidt, Verona; and Ronald 
(Lane) Schmidt, Durham, Calif.; two sisters: Carolyn (Don) Carbon, Manitowoc; 
and Dorothy Hohner, Jackson; also nieces and nephews; his hunting buddy, Neal; 
and many good friends in the Milwaukee area who were his second family.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 
628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010, from 11 a.m. until the 
time of the funeral service at 12 noon. 
The Rev. Joe Cottam will officiate and burial of Richard's cremated remains will 
take place at Evergreen Cemetery at a later date. Online condolences can be sent 
to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials in Dick's name to the 
charity of the donor's choice.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 18, 2010


ROBERT SCHMIDT    (d. 1926)

ROBT. SCHMIDT RURAL MAIL CARRIER DIES
Robert Schmidt, a rural mail carrier in Uncle Sam’s service for the last twenty 
years, died at the Holy Family hospital yesterday afternoon after an illness of 
three weeks. He was removed to the hospital about a week ago but failed to rally 
to treatment, his condition growing steadily worse until death ended his suffering. 
Born here June 30, 1876, Mr. Schmidt would have been fifty at his next birthday. 
He was never married, making his home with his mother. The funeral will be held 
from the home of his mother, 929 South Twenty-fourth street, Thursday afternoon 
at 1:30 with services at 2 o’clock at the Lutheran church, Rev. Karl Machmiller 
officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, March 24, 1926  P. 2


ROBERT C. SCHMIDT    (d. 1996)

Robert C. Schmidt, age 72, of 88 West Albert Drive, Manitowoc, died Sunday 
morning, March 3, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, 1996, at St. John's 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. David Arndt will officiate with 
burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Bob was born March 21, 1923, at Butternut, Wis., son of the late Clarence and 
Martha Boness Schmidt. He attended St. John Parochial School and graduated 
from Two Rivers Washington High School with the class of 1941. Bob was employed 
at the Metal Ware Corporation for 42 years. He spent many hours fishing and 
enjoyed the outdoors. He also spent many hours working at St. John's Church.
Survivors include one brother and sister-in-law, Donald (Butch) and Marie Schmidt, 
Manitowoc; one sister, Dolores Hempel, Two Rivers, nieces and nephews include, 
Steven Hempel, Dave and Toni Pflieger, Dawn Schmidt; two great nephews, Cameron 
and Pierson Pflieger; special friends, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Wondrash, Mr. and Mrs. 
LaVern Bohm. He was preceded in death by one sister, Doris Schmidt; one brother-
in-law, Tom Hempel.
Friends may call at St. John Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, after 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, 
until the time of service.
There will be no Monday evening visitation.
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, assisted the family with the funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 4, 1996 P. A2
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[single]


ROBY (BABY) SCHMIDT    (d. 1904)

Roby Schmidt
birth: 17 April 1904 City
death: 17 April 1904 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1904 City
father: John Schmidt
mother: Joanna
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[stillborn]


RONALD LEWIS SCHMIDT    (d. 2003)

Ronald L. Schmidt, age 62, of Village Green East Apartments at 2401 Polk St., 
Two Rivers, died Thursday afternoon, Aug. 21, 2003 at Aurora BayCare Medical 
Center, Green Bay. 
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Harrigan Parkside 
Funeral Home with the Rev. Thomas Wojciechowski O.F.M. officiating. Cremation 
will have taken place with burial of the cremains to follow at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Ronald was born July 9, 1941 in Manitowoc. He was the son of the late Raymond 
and Mildred Kornely Schmidt. In past years Ronald had been employed with 
Manitowoc Shipbuilding until poor health forced him to retire. 
He is survived by his daughter: Wendy Schmidt, Manitowoc; three brothers and 
two sisters-in-law: Roger Schmidt; Reginald and Betty Schmidt; Thomas and Judy 
Schmidt, all of Manitowoc; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends. 
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Wednesday from 10 a.m. 
until the time of services at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests 
memorials in his name. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., 
Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 2003


ROSETTA BRUEGGEMAN SCHMIDT

Mrs. Carl G. Schmidt, wife of the editor of the Manitowoc Post and former publisher 
of Der Nordwesten, died Monday afternoon after a week’s illness. The deceased was 
born in the province of Hannover (sic) Feb. 12, 1852 and came to this country in 
1871 and lived with her sister at Madison, WI. In November 1875 she was married to 
Carl G. Schmidt and came with her husband to Manitowoc in 1888, where the family have 
since resided. Besides her husband she leaves four sons and two daughters. The funeral 
will be held this afternoon. Interment in Evergreen.
Manitowoc Pilot, January 22, 1914  P. 1
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The funeral of the late Mrs. Carl Schmidt will be held from the home at ? 
Washington Street Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Jan. 20, 1914 page 1
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Mrs. Hermina Southoff of Madison is here, called to the city by the death of her 
sister, Mrs. Carl Schmidt.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Jan. 21, 1914
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[bur. 01-22-1914/cause: volmbus/bur. on Carl G Schmidt lot]


VIOLA SCHMIDT

Funeral services for Mrs. E.J. Schmidt, 53, who died yesterday, will be 
held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Pfeffer funeral home, the Rev. Carl Hagen 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Survivors are the husband, Col. Edward J. Schmidt of Manitowoc, daughter, 
(private); four sisters, Alma Jirikowic and Mrs. Earl Dueno of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. H.W. Van Winkle of Los Angeles and Mrs. Anna Barr of Chicago; four 
brothers, Frank and Emil of Manitowoc, Joseph of Bottineau, N.D. and 
Reginald of Milwaukee.
Mrs. Schmidt was a member of the Veteran of Foreign Wars auxiliary and the 
Relief corps. The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home from 
10 a.m. Sunday until time of service on Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 12, 1947 P.2
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[bur 03-17-1947/died 03-14-1947/age 52 yrs/wife of Edward J Schmidt]
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Miss Viola C. Jirikowic and Mr. Edward Schmidt were married 8:30 o'clock last 
night at the German M.E. Church. Rev. C. F. Schellhase performed the ceremony. 
The bride is a daughter of Joseph Jirikowic and is a popular southside young 
lady.
Mr. Schmidt is an industrious young man and has been employed for several years 
by Frank Kerscher. He is first lieutenant of Company H but did not leave with 
the national guardsmen this morning having remained to secure recruits to bring 
the company up to the full war strength of 150 men.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 22, 1916


VIOLET W. SCHMIDT    (d. 2002)

Our beloved Violet Schmidt, 88, passed away on Jan. 5, 2002 in Salt Lake City, 
Utah of causes incident to age.
Violet was born to Joseph W. and Hertha Rathsack in Manitowoc on March 12, 1913. 
On April 22, 1933 she married Arthur M. Schmidt who has preceded her in death 
on May 1, 1993. Formerly of 1035A South 10th Street, Manitowoc. She has resided 
in Salt Lake City since 1993.
She is survived by two daughters: Margaret A. Martin (Donald L.) Gautier, Miss. 
and Joette C. Patterson (Richard A.) of Salt Lake City, Utah. Her grandchildren: 
Donna Martin, Donald L. Martin Jr. (Pamela), Robyn M. Gove, Arthur M. Martin 
(Lori), Joseph W. Martin (Allison), Ann C. VanHorssen (Robbie), and Colleen M. 
Patterson. She is also survived by nine great-grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Alvin Rathsack and a 
sister, Carmen Erdman.
As requested by Violet, cremation followed by burial at Evergreen Cemetery in 
Manitowoc. A memorial service will be celebrated at a later date.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with local 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 7, 2002
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[cremation]


WALTER SCHMIDT    (d. 2008)

Walter Schmidt, age 78, a resident of Northridge Medical and Rehabilitation 
Center of Manitowoc, died on Wednesday morning, May 14, 2008, at the Aurora 
Baycare Medical Center of Green Bay.
Walter was born on Sept. 24, 1929, in Manitowoc, son of the late John and 
Catherine (Peil) Schmidt. He attended First German Evangelical School. In 
the past, Walter was employed by the Kerscher Bowling Alleys. He enjoyed the 
hobbies of antique cars, old time movies and movie stars. Walter was a member 
of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include two brothers and one sister-in-law: George (Sharon) Schmidt 
of Manitowoc, and Edward Schmidt of Manitowoc; four sisters and two brothers-
in-law: Dorothy Jurgens of Plymouth; Marion (Gene) Prange of Kiel; Nancy (John) 
Krueger of Green Bay; and Susan Gadzinski of Sheboygan; and one aunt: Frieda 
Halla of Lannon. Nieces, nephews other relatives and friends also survive. He 
was preceded in death his parents; and one brother: Eugene Schmidt.
Private family funeral services will be held at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family 
Funeral Home of Manitowoc. The Rev. Steven Hahm will officiate, with burial to 
follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
Herald Times Reporter, May 15, 2008


WALTER G. SCHMIDT    (d. 1965)

Walter Schmidt, 85, formerly of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Thursday at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he was a patient several weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Gervase Zanotti officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Schmidt was born July 19, 1880, at Manitowoc, son of the late Carl and Bertha 
Nass Schmidt. He attended local elementary schools and was a graduate of West 
Side High School. He was bookkeeper for Olp’s store and later for the Kerscher 
firm. He retired in 1946. He married Lillian Hinz May 21, 1906, at Manitowoc and 
the couple always lived at Manitowoc. She died in 1963. He was a member of First 
Presbyterian Church and treasurer for the church for a long time. 
He is survived by a son, Walter, of Kaukauna, two grandchildren and nieces and 
nephews. Four brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home. Memorials may be sent to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 8, 1965  P. 7
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[d. 10-07-1965/age 85 yrs./bur. on John Dormer lot]
(19 Jul 1880/Oct 1965/SSDI)
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Miss Lillian Hinz and Walter Schmidt, well-known young people of the city, were 
united in marriage Monday morning at 7 o'clock at the parsonage of the German 
Lutheran church, Rev. Karl Machmiller performing the ceremony. Lillian Bradl was 
bridesmaid and George Hollander acted as best man.
The bride is a daughter of Mrs. Minnie Hinz, Division street. She is a popular 
young lady. For a number of years she was employed by the Wisconsin Telephone 
company at the local exchange. The groom, a well-thought-of, industrious young 
man, is employed as head bookkeeper for the R.D. Olp Co.
The couple departed on the 8:06 train for Chicago for a honeymoon trip. They will 
return to the city in the latter part of next week, when they will take up their 
residence at 2111 Washington street.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, May 24, 1906 P. 1


WALTER H. SCHMIDT    (d. 1983)

Walter H. "Pete" Schmidt, 92, of 1702 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died early 
Wednesday evening, Nov. 16, at Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and 
Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmidt was born March 15, 1891, at Manitowoc, son of the late Karl and 
Louise Braemer Schmidt. He grew up and was educated in Manitowoc. He graduated 
from high school and as a young man worked for Manitowoc Shipbuilding. Mr. 
Schmidt was the owner and operated Manitowoc Arc Welding Co., and for 24 years 
he was employed with Mirro Alum., retiring in 1959. He married Clara A. Paape 
on June 4, 1919, at Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Clara; three daughters and sons-in-law, Marcille 
and Elmer Tills of Manitowoc, Carole and Howard Pleuss of Appleton and Bette 
and Lowell Huck of Manitowoc; a brother-in-law, Herbert Koepke of Manitowoc; 
12 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and four nephews. He was preceded in 
death by five sisters and three brothers.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday evening and on Saturday after 8:30 a.m. to 
the time of services. Memorials may be made to the donors choice.
Herald Times Reporter, November 17, 1983 P. 3
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[bur. on Mrs. Julius H. Olp lot]


WILHELMINA SCHMIDT    (d. 1926)

PIONEER OF COUNTY DEAD AT AGE OF 79 
Mrs. Schmidt Leaves 74 Descendants at Her Demise
Death came as a messenger of relief to Mrs. Fred Schmidt, aged 79, early this 
morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ernst Ansoge, 1326 South Ninth street, 
ending sufferings of many months that had kept her bed ridden. Rheumatism 
without complications of old age were accountable to her passing.
Mrs. Schmidt leaves seventy-four descendants, including six daughters, one son, 
39 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. Of the ten children born to her, 
seven survive. The children are Mrs. Jacob Behringer of Greenkood (sic), Mrs. 
Herman Kieselhost of this city, Mrs. W. Vogelsang of Lander, Wyoming; Mrs. Fred 
Schwartzenbart of this city, Mrs. Ernst Ansoge, city; Mrs. Henry Ewald of Haven, 
and Louis Schmidt of this city.
Mrs. Schmidt was born in Hanover, Germany, December 25, 1847, and was wedded 
there at the age of 18, removing to this country with Mr. Schmidt and the oldest 
child, now Mrs. Jacob Behringer, in 1867, and was wedded there at the age of 18, 
removing to this country with Mr. Schmidt and the oldest child, now Mrs. Jacob 
Behringer, in 1867. The family took up residence in this city and shortly after 
removed to Manitowoc Rapids from whence they changed homes a few more times 
lately residing at English Lake and in this city. Mr. Schmidt passing away about 
four years ago and Mrs. Schmidt has made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Ansorge 
for the last two years.
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30 from the Ansorge home at 
1326 South Ninth street to the German Lutheran church at the corner of Eighth and 
Marshall streets. Burial will take place at Evergreen. The Rev. Machmiller will 
officiate at the rites.
Manitowoc Herald News, May 22, 1926  P.4


WILLIAM SCHMIDT    (d. 1969)

William (Bill) Schmidt, 86, of Valders, died Monday afternoon at Maple Crest 
Nursing Home, Whitelaw.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Christianson Funeral Home, 
Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmidt was born July 19, 1883, at Michigan City, Ind. He was employed at 
Nestles Milk Inc., Valders, until his retirement. He married Ella Dochow Nov. 6, 
1907, at Rantoul. She preceded him in death Nov. 10, 1958.
Survivors include two sons, Alfred of Manitowoc and Alvin of Hebron, Ill.; two 
sisters, Mrs. Clara Glassman of Michigan City, Ind., and Mrs. Laura Hilgendorf 
of LaPorte, Ind.; six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 12, 1969  P.5
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[d. 08-11-1969/age 86 yrs.]
(19 Jul 1883/Aug 1969/SSDI)


WILLIAM C. SCHMIDT    (d. 1959)

William C. Schmidt, 71, of 1301 Division St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning 
at his home following a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Theodore P. Crusius will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmidt was born April 7, 1888, in the Town of Newton, Manitowoc County, son 
of the late John and Caroline Behringer Schmidt. As a child he moved to Manitowoc 
with his parents where he married the former Hattie Mueller Aug. 18, 190?. Prior 
to his retirement eight years ago, Mr. Schmidt owned and operated a printing shop 
on South 13th street for 25 years. He was a lifelong member of the Evangelical and 
Reformed Church at Manitowoc, serving on the consistory for several years and also 
was an elder and deacon. A son preceded him in death.
Survivors include the wife and a niece and nephew.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 14, 1959, p. 9
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[d. 11-14-1959/age 71 yrs./bur. on Carl Mueller lot]


WILLIAM F. SCHMIDT    (d. 1970)

William Schmidt, 87, of Portland, Ore, died there Wednesday noon.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase J. Zanotti will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schmidt was born Nov. 4, 1882, at Manitowoc, son of the late Henry and 
Julia Zinns Schmidt. He was an electrical engineer at the Public Utilities 
in Portland.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) A brother and three sisters preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 11, 1970
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[d. 06-10-1970 at Portland OR/age 92 yrs./bur. on John F. Zinns lot/note: age is off]