ALFRED SCHWAB

SUDDEN DEATH OF AL SCHWAB EARLY TODAY
North Side Grocer Is Stricken Suddenly At His Home
Alfred Schwab, well know grocer, conducting a business at Fifth and St. Clair 
streets, dropped dead at his home this morning shortly after leaving the store 
to enjoy a brief period of rest. Mr. Schwab had reached the head of the stairs 
to enter his room when he suddenly collapsed and was dead when members of the 
family reached his side.
Mr. Schwab, who was 50 years of age, had complained of not being well and said 
he would rest for a time. He was born July 11, 1874 at Two Rivers and had made 
his home here for years, in business. He was married 22 years ago to Mabel 
Edwards who with ten children, one of them an infant of but five days, having 
been born Monday, survive. The children are Edith, Ruth, Alta, Dorothy, June, 
Betty Mae, Eugene, Alois, Raymond and Harold. Four brothers, Arthur, Edward, 
Herman and Max and one sister, Mrs. Peter Scherer, Two Rivers, also survive.
Funeral arangements have not been completed.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. October 10, 1924 P. 2
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[Alfred J Albert Schwab/bur 10-13-1924/cause: myocarditis]


CAROL SCHWAB

DEATH TAKES LITTLE ONE ????  SCHWAB HOME?
Carroll, six year old daughter(?) ?? Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Schwab
(too dark) Fifth street, died early ??? after a short illness.
(Rest too dark to read)
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, July 17, 1919  p.1
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[Carol Schwab/bur. 07-19-1919/cause: diptheria/bur. on Alfred J Schwab lot]
(Note: The stone has the wrong d. year)


DONALD SCHWAB

Donald L. Schwab, 32, of 1216A South 20th Street, Manitowoc, died Saturday 
morning, October 29, 1988, at his residence.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. James Episcopal Church. Rev. 
David L. Klutterman will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Schwab was born July 10, 1957, at Manitowoc, son of Rebecca Baird Schwab 
and the late Eugene Schwab. He was educated at Manitowoc and as a 1974 graduate 
of Lincoln High School.
Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Rebecca Schwab of Manitowoc; two brothers 
and sisters-in-law, Kenneth E. and Kathy A. Schwab of Two Rivers and Alfred A. 
and Grace M. Schwab of Manitowoc; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other 
relatives also survive.
Friends may call at Reinbold-Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday.
Herald Times Reporter, October 31, 1988  P. 15
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[d. 10-29-1988/age 31 yrs./bur. on Alfred Schwab lot]


EUGENE SCHWAB

Eugene (Sonny) Schwab, 4?, of 1016A? Buffalo St., Manitowoc, died early Monday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. He had suffered a heart attack 
Sunday evening at Karmelkorn Shop where he had been employed the past 10 years.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thurday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. F. C. St. Clair officiating, and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Schwab was born at Manitowoc June 14, 1907, son of the late Alfred and Mabel 
Edwards Schwab. He married Rebecca Baird at Menominee, Mich., April 26, 1939, 
and the couple moved to Manitowoc where he was employed by the Pfeffer Food Market 
and Sorge Ice Cream & Dairy Co. before being employed by Karmelkorn Shop.
Surviving him are his wife and two sons, Kenneth and Alfred; three brothers, 
Alois, Harold and Raymond of Manitowoc; and five sisters, Mrs. George Honold, 
Miss Ruth Schwab and Mrs. William Ollendorf of Manitowoc, Mrs. Lloyd Peters of 
Green Bay and Mrs. Charles Heisel of Kalamazoo, Mich…
(Last 2 lines underinked, unreadable.)
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 13, 1957  P.13
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[Eugene Sonny Schwab/d. 05-13-1957/age 49 yrs./cause: acute myocardial infarction]


HAROLD SCHWAB

Harold Schwab, 57, of 921 S. 15th St., Manitowoc died Monday at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Jens Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. The American Legion Drews-Bleser Post 
No. 88 will conduct graveside services.
Mr. Schwab was born Nov. 30, 1916, at Manitowoc, son of the late Alfred 
and Mabel Edwards Schwab. He attended Manitowoc schools. He entered the 
Armed Forces in July of 1942 and was stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. 
He was discharged in November of 1942. He had been employed at the 
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Co. of Manitowoc for 25 years, retiring in 
1961. He was a member of the Senior Citizens and the American Assn. of 
Retired People.
Survivors include a brother, Alois, of Manitowoc, three sisters, Mrs. 
William (Betty) Ollendorf and Mrs. Eugene (Ruth) Ziglinski, of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Lloyd (Dorothy) Peters, of Green Bay and nephews and nieces. 
Two brothers and four sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home from 7 to 9 o'clock this Tuesday 
evening and Wednesday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, January 22, 1974 P.12
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[d. 01-21-1974/age 57 yrs./bur. on Alfred J. Schwab lot]


HERMAN SCHWAB

Herman Schwab, Stricken At Summer Cottage, Dies Last Night
OUTING OF FAMILY HAS SAD ENDING
Deceased was Assistant General Superintendent of Goods Plants—
Burial on Thursday
Suffering a sudden attack of illness which developed into pneumonia, 
Herman Schwab, aged 52, assistant general superintendent in charge 
of manufacture at the three plants of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing 
Company here and at Two Rivers, passed away at 8:30 Monday evening, 
at the family cottage at Cedar Lake, where the family had been since 
Saturday noon, enjoying the Labor Day weekend holiday. Flags at half 
mast at the plants of the company this morning told the workers of the 
sudden demise of Mr. Schwab. Although the deceased had not been in the 
best of health for several months and was compelled to leave his post 
for a time last year on account of a nervous breakdown, his condition 
seemed improved of late and he has been in unusually bright spirits 
the last weekend, entertaining many visitors over Sunday and Monday 
at the Schwab cottage at the lake. Shortly after dinner yesterday he 
complained of feeling ill and at 3:30 his condition took a turn for 
the worse and Mrs. Schwab summoned a physician. However, he continued 
to sink rapidly and breathed his last at 8:30 in the evening. 
Started With Goods 30 Years Ago. 
Born in the town of Two Rivers on the Range Line road, October 18, 1876, 
he attended the country schools and early in life entered the employ of 
the Manitowoc Aluminum Novelty Co., in this city, Sept. 1, 1898. His 
first duties were those of a press operator in the then small plant, 
which was at that time operating less than a dozen presses. In 1901, 
he, by hard work and diligent attention to details, was promoted to be 
foreman of the department, which had more than doubled in size. He 
continued in charge of this department until 1918 when he was named 
assistant general superintendent of the Goods Co. plant. 
Was Safety Worker. 
Mr. Schwab was a great advocate of safety and at the time of his death 
was a member of the executive committee of the Power Press section of 
the National Safety council. In addition to his duties at the big plants 
of the Goods company here and at Two Rivers, Mr. Schwab found time to 
join with his associates in lodge activities and was a member of the Odd 
Fellows, the Eagles and the Elks lodge. On November 27, 1902 he was 
united in marriage to Miss Mathilda Zingsheim and last fall the couple 
celebrated their silver wedding anniversary. The widow together with 
two children, a son, Erwin and a daughter, Helen, survive. Four brothers, 
Edward Schwab of Los Angeles, California, Arthur of Sacramento, California, 
August of Milwaukee and Max of Appleton and a sister, Mrs. Peter Scherer 
of Two Rivers, also survive. The remains may be viewed this evening from 
7 to 9 at the Pfeffer Undertaking parlors on Washington street and they 
will be taken to the Schwab home, 1612 Marshall street Wednesday morning. 
Burial will take place on Thursday afternoon at two o’clock from the home 
with the services in charge of the Odd Fellows lodge.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, September 04, 1928 Page 2
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Executive of AGM Co. is Two Rivers Man 
Succumbs to Sudden Heart Attack at Cedar Lake Cottage
Was a Self Made Man
Had Just Completed Thirtieth Year with Aluminum Goods Company
Suffering from an acute attack of heart disease, Herman Schwab, 52, 
assistant general superintendent of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing 
Co., in Manitowoc, came to a sudden death Monday night at his summer 
cottage on Cedar Lake, Wis.  Mr. Schwab suffered severe pains around 
his heart Monday afternoon and was stricken to his bed where he died 
early in the evening. He had taken a short holiday vacation over the 
week-end at his cottage, along with his wife and daughter and his 
brother, Max from Appleton.
Self-Made Man
Mr. Schwab has been a well known figure in Two Rivers and Manitowoc 
for the past score of years, having hundreds of friends who were shocked 
at his sudden death. He is a self-made man, having risen to his present 
capacity in the Aluminum Goods Co. from the position of press operator, 
which job he took 30 years ago. Mr. Schwab finished his thirtieth year 
in the employ of the "Goods" last Saturday. He worked for a few years 
as press operator when his ability and steadfastness was noticed and 
he was promoted to foreman of the press department. This position he 
held for a good many years until in 1918 he was appointed assistant 
general superintendent of the Manitowoc plant.
Born on Farm
Mr. Schwab's career reads like that of a story book of the school of hard 
knocks. He was born October 18, 1876 in a little farm house out on the 
Range Line, a few miles north of Two Rivers. As a boy, he worked hard 
and had to leave school at the age of 13, when he did a man's work while 
employed in a brick yard near Mishicot. He had several various other 
jobs between the time he was a boy and the time he started working 
for the "Goods".
He is survived by his widow, Mathilda; a daughter, Helen and a son, 
Erwin. There are several brothers and sisters: Max of Appleton, 
Arthur and Edward, both of whom are residing in California, August 
of Milwaukee and Mrs. Peter Scherer of Two Rivers.
To Be Buried Beside Daughter
The burial will take place the latter part of the week and the body 
will probably be laid to rest in the Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc 
where a daughter is buried.
Two Rivers Reporter-Chronicle - Sept. 4, 1928
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[bur. 9-6-1928/died at Schleswig, WI/cause: acute gastritis]


IRENE SCHWAB

Death from diphtheria Monday of the 5-year old little daughter of 
Washington Street resident here, Hermann Schwab. The child might 
have survived the illness had it not been weakened by the extreme 
temperatures of Monday.
Der Nord Westen, 06 Aug. 1908
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HEAT HASTENED DEATH
Little Daughter of Herman Schwab Succumbs from Exhaustion
Monday's extreme head hastened the death of the five year old daughter of Mr. 
and Mrs. Herman Schwab, Washington Street, exhaustion and diphtheria being 
assigned as the causes of death on the death certificate of the physician. The 
child had been ill from diphtheria for several days and with the heat of Monday, 
the little one was completely prostrated and unable to cope with the disease, 
death coming during the day. The child was 5 years and 3 months old and the 
sympathy of many friends goes out to the bereaved family. The burial was held 
today.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., Aug. 4, 1908 
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[Irene Schwab/bur. 08-05-1908/cause: diptheria]


JUNE C. SCHWAB

Funeral services for June Schwab, 24, instantly killed Thursday 
afternoon when a tandem bicycle on which she was riding was hit 
by a truck on Waldo boulevard, will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. 
from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. The Rev. Ernest 
Zoerb of the First Lutheran church will officiate. Burial will be 
in Evergreen cemetery.
Funeral rites are being held an hour later than usual to await arrival 
of a brother, Raymond, in the armed services at Salina, Kan. He wired 
he would reach Manitowoc on the afternoon streamliner train tomorrow.
Miss Schwab was born in this city in 1919 and always resided here. She 
was graduated from the elementary schools on the north side and from 
the Lincoln high school in 1937. She was fond of athletics and outdoor 
life and played softball, tennis and other sports. She was a constant 
devotee of hiking and bicycle riding.
After completing high school Miss Schwab was employed at the National 
Tinsel company and the Manitowoc telephone exchange and a few months 
ago took an office position at the Manitowoc Ship Building company.
Survivors are the mother, Mrs. Mabel Schwab, of 708 North Fifth street; 
four brothers, Harold, Alois and Eugene of this city; Raymond, in a camp 
at Salina, Kan.; five sisters, Mrs. George Honold, Ruth, Dorothy and 
Betty Mae, of this city, Mrs. Charles Helsel, of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, June 18, 1943 P.2
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[d. 06-17-1943/age 24 yrs./cause: skull fracture/bur. on
Albert J. Schwab lot-father] 


MABEL SCHWAB

Mrs. Alfred Schwab, 75, died Monday night at the home, 912 Park St., 
Manitowoc, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Vicar Robert S. Awes will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Mabel Edwards was born June 3, 1881, at Manitowoc and in 1903 
was married to Mr. Schwab. He died in 1924.
Surviving Mrs. Schwab are five daughters, Mrs. George Honold, Miss Ruth 
Schwab, Miss Dorothy Schwab and Mrs. William Ollensdorf of Manitowoc; four 
sons, Eugene, Alois, Raymond and Harold of Manitowoc; and 10 grandchildren. 
A daughter, June, was killed in an automobile accident in 1943.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 25, 1956 P.13
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[d. 09-24-1956/age 75 yrs./bur. on Alfred J. Schwab lot]


MATHILDA KOCH SCHWAB

Rites To Be Held Saturday Morning  
Funeral services for Mrs. John Koch, 73, of 554 S. 33rd St., Manitowoc, mother 
of Ervin H. Schwab, 345 Evans St., will be held Saturday morning at 9:30 o'clock 
the Pfeffer Funeral Home in Manitowoc and at 10 o'clock at St. Paul's Catholic 
Church in that city. The Rev. Clement Kern will officiate. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc.
Mrs. Koch died Tuesday at a hospital in Meza, Ariz., following a heart attack. 
She had been visiting her daughter, Mrs. Helen Schwartz.
She was formerly Mathilda Zingsheim and was born in Manitowoc Jan. 27, 1884(sic), 
and resided there all her life. In 1901 she married Herman Schwab and he died in 
1928. She married John Koch in 1938.
Survivors besides the daughter in Arizona and son in Oshkosh are a step-daughter, 
Mrs. Bernice Christie, New London, Conn.; a step-son, John Koch Jr., Orlando, Fla.; 
a brother, Albert Zingsheim, Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Mary Daniels, Shawano; 
three grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home in Manitowoc Friday afternoon after 4 o'clock 
and until the time of the services. The rosary will be prayed Friday evening.
Oshkosh Northwestern, February 28, 1957  P. 3


REBECCA SCHWAB

Rebecca Schwab, age 79, of the Hochkammer Group Home, town of Newton, died Sunday 
morning, May 28, 1995, at the Hochkammer Group Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 31, 1995, at St. James 
Episcopal Church. Rev. David Klutterman will officiate with burial at Evergreen 
cemetery.
The former Rebecca Baird was born August 1, 1915, in the town of Hobart, Brown 
County, daughter of the late Laban and Hattie Smith Baird. She was a graduate of 
Lincoln High School in Manitowoc in 1934. On April 26, 1939, she married Eugene 
Schwab at Menominee, Mich. He preceded her in death May 13, 1957. She is a member 
of St. James Episcopal Church.
Survivors include two sons and one daughter-in-law, Kenneth E. Schwab, Kewaunee, 
Alfred A. and Grace M. Schwab, Manitowoc; three grandchildren, Laban Schwab, Two 
Rivers, Luke Schwab, Two Rivers, Lori Schwab, Manitowoc; two step-grandchildren, 
Mike and Patrick Wetzel, Manitowoc; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Bill 
and Linda Bird, Michigan, Reginald and Carol Baird, Manitowoc, Allen Baird, 
Manitowoc; one sister, Miriam Luchsinger, Manitowoc. She was preceded in death 
by one son, Donald Schwab, October 29, 1988.
Family and friends may call at the Reinbold-Pfeffer Funeral Home, Ninth Street 
Chapel on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. and on Wednesday at the church from 10 a.m. until 
the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, May 30, 1995 P. A2
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[Rebecca Schwab/d. 05-28-1995/age 79 yrs./widow of Eugene Schwab]


ALICE A. SCHWALBE

Mrs. Alice M. Schwalbe (sic), 65, of 1310 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died 
Monday afternoon, January 5, in the Intensive Care Unit of Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 
a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Hendricks 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mrs. Schwalbe, nee Alice M. Popp, was born July 28, 1915, at Manitowoc Rapids, 
daughter of the late John and Bertha Holzer Popp. She resided in Manitowoc all 
her life, attended Manitowoc schools and was married to Merle C. Schwalbe 
May 29, 1937, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Silver Lake. He preceded her in 
death Nov. 2, 1974. Prior to her retirement, Mrs. Schwalbe had been employed 
at Park Lawn Home.
Survivors include two brothers, Delmar and Lloyd Popp of Manitowoc Rapids; two 
sisters, Mrs. Harvey (Irene) Stauss and Mrs. Annabelle Glaeser of Manitowoc and 
nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday where a 
prayer service will be at 7 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, January 6, 1981  p.3
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[widow of Merl Schwalbe]


AMANDA H. SCHWALBE

Mrs. Ruben (Amanda H.) Schwalbe, 82, a resident of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, 
died Friday afternoon, October 23, 1987 at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc. Funeral 
services will be 1:30 pm Monday at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church. Rev. 
Lyle Luchterhand will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schwalbe was born March 18, 1905 at Two Creeks, Wisconsin, daughter of the 
late Charles and Ida Engelbrecht Schmoock. She grew up and attended schools in 
the Two Creeks area. She and her husband lived in various areas before moving to 
Manitowoc in 1945 to make their home. She married Ruben F. Schwalbe on September 18, 
1927 at Two Creeks, Wisconsin. He preceded her in death May 19, 1968. Mrs. Schwalbe 
was a member of Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, Ladies aide, former member of 
the church choir and a former member of VFW Auxiliary No. 659.
Survivors include three sons and two daughters-in-law, Kenneth Schwalbe of Oconomowoc, 
Wisconsin, Eugene and Helen Schwalbe of Cedarburg, Wisconsin and Leon and Pat Schwalbe 
of New Berlin, Wisconsin; a daughter and a son-in-law, Dolores and Irvin Luisler of 
Saukville, Wisconsin; 21 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren also survive. 
She was preceded in death by two sisters.
Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei, 9th Street Chapel, from 
5 pm to 8 pm Sunday and Monday at the church from 12 noon until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Oct. 24, 1987 page 14
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[widow of Ruben Schwalbe]


AUGUST J. SCHWALBE    (d. 1958)

August J. Schwalbe (above) of 1412 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died early Tuesday 
at home of a heart attack. He was 85.
Funeral services will be at 3..(line underinked, unreadable)…Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, with the Rev. ___ Koeninger officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Schwalbe was born Nov. 15, 187 , in Town of Eaton, son of the late Frederick 
and Amelia Zutz Schwalbe.  In 1898, he married the former Josephine Kautzer and 
the couple operated a farm in the town of Eaton until moving to Manitowoc in 1929.
He was employed by the City of Manitowoc, retiring in 1949. His wife preceded him 
in death in 1952.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Walter Gottschalk of Manitowoc; five sons, Ruben, 
Rene, Merl, Fred and Kermit of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Nora Mattes of New 
Holstein; eight grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek & Schlei Funeral home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Wednesday and after 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 11, 1958  P.11
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[d. 03-11-1958/age 85 yrs.]


AUGUST L. SCHWALBE    (d. 1982)

August L. Schwalbe, 87, of 1137 S. Union Rd., Manitowoc, died Sunday, August 22, 
at St. Luke Hospital, Milwaukee. 
Funeral Services will be 1:30pm Wednesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Newtonburg. The Rev. Keith A. Haberkorn will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schwalbe was born Nov. 22, 1894, in the Township of Eaton, Manitowoc, County, 
son of the late August and Anna Damm Schwalbe. He grew up and was educated at 
Eaton, moving to Manitowoc Rapids in 1917. Mr. Schwalbe was a dairy and poulty 
farmer all his life, retiring in 1960. He married Ella Luebke, Nov. 23, 1916, at 
Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. He was a member of St. John Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Newtonburg, former member of the church council and also a member 
of Valders Senior Citizens.
Survivors include his wife, Ella; a son and daughter-in-law, Milton and Sylvia 
Schwalbe of rural Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Alice and Elroy Nass of 
rural Manitowoc; a brother-in-law, Mark Berge of Valders; a sister-in-law, Mrs. 
Theo (Elsa) Schwalbe of Valders, nine grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. 
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Gladys Johnson in 1951, two brothers and 
four sisters.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc from 5 p.m. to 
9 p.m. Tuesday and until 11am Wednesday, and then at the church from noon until 
the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, August 23, 1982 p.3
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[d. at Milwaukee, WI]
(August Schwalbe/d. 08/20/1982/bur. 08/25/1982/from records of St. Johns 
Evang. Luth. Ch.)


ELLA SCHWALBE

Mrs. Ella Schwalbe, 89, formerly of 1137 S. Union road, Town of Manitowoc Rapids, 
died unexpectedly Sunday morning, September 21, 1986 at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be 11 am Tuesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Newtonburg. Rev. Timothy J. Ehlers will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schwalbe was born July 6, 1897 in the Town of Liberty, Manitowoc County, 
daughter of the late Richard and Ida Schultz Luebke. She attended Town of Liberty 
Schools and Wisconsin Business College in 1915. She married August L. Schwalbe on 
November 23, 1916 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. He preceded her in 
death on August 22, 1932. Mrs. Schwalbe farmed in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids. 
She was a member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Ladies Aide of the 
church, Lutheran Women's Missionary Society, Valders Senior Citizens and Shadyside 
Homemakers Club.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Milton and Sylvia Schwalbe of rural 
Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Alice and Elroy Nass of rural Manitowoc; 
9 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends also survive. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Gladys Johnson in 
1951 and two sisters, Hertha Kaltenbrun and Esther Berge.
Friends may call at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Newtonburg, 5 pm to 9 
pm Monday and after 10 am Tuesday at the time of services. Reinbold Pfeffer 
Urbanek and Schlei funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Sept. 22, 1986 page 15
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[widow of August L. Schwalbe]
(Ella Schwalbe/d. 09/21/1986/bur. 09/23/1986/from records of St. Johns Evang. Luth. Ch.)


FLORENCE SCHWALBE

Mrs. Fred. A. Schwalbe, 59, of 12234 Philippen St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness. Funeral services will 
be at 1:30 pm Friday at Wesley Methodist Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. D.L. 
Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Schwalbe, the former Florence Heise, was born in 1907 at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Edward and Elizabeth Reif Heise. She was married to Mr. Schwalbe in 
1935 at Manitowoc and the couple always resided in the city. She was a member of 
the Order of Eastern Star.
Survivors include the husband and four sisters, Miss Lillian Heise, Mrs. Walter 
Olson and Mrs. Arthur Schmidt of Manitowoc and Mrs. Lloyd Kiel of West Bend. 
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Ninth Street 
entrance, after 3 pm Thursday until 10:30 am Friday when the casket will be 
moved to the church where the body will lie in state until time of service. OES 
memorial service will be at 7 pm Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Dec. 21, 1966 page T9
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[d. 12-23-1966/age 59 yrs/wife of Fred A. Schwalbe/bur. on Edward Heise lot]


FRED SCHWALBE    (d. 1978)

Fred Schwalbe, 71, of 1223 Philippen St., Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon in 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday in 
Wesley United Methodist Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. David Passet will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schwalbe was born October 26, 1906 in the Town of Eaton, son of the late 
August and Josephine Kautzer Schwalbe. He attended schools in Eaton and was a 
salesman for Insulation and Supply Co. of Manitowoc for 20 years, retiring in 
1973. He married Irene Elizabeth Griffin Shier January 27, 1973, residing in 
Manitowoc since. He was a member of Manitowoc Masonic Lodge F and AM, No. 65, 
Scottish Rites and Tripoli Shrine of Milwaukee.
Survivors include his wife, Irene; two daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia and 
Daniel Fetterly of Milwaukee and Lois and Dean Markwardt of Marshfield; a brother 
and sister-in-law, Kermit and Laura Schwalbe of Manitowoc and four grandchildren. 
His first wife, three brothers and a sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday 
until 11 a.m. Friday and then in the church from noon until the time of service. 
A Masonic memorial service will be 8 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. 
Memorials may be made to Wesley United Methodist Church, American Cancer 
Society or Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Tuesday, April 18, 1978 - page 3
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[widower of Florence Schwalbe/bur. on Edward Heise lot]


GARY J. SCHWALBE

Gary J. Schwalbe, age 56, of 637 S. 32nd St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Saturday morning, December 6, 1997, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 9, 1997 at Bethany 
Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Bruce McKenney and Rev Robert Kupawski will 
officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born August 16, 1941, in Manitowoc, son of Kermit Schwalbe and the late 
Laura Wiegert Schwalbe. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1959. Gary 
served with the United States Army Reserves Red Arrow Division and was called 
to active duty. After returning to Manitowoc he became employed with Manitowoc 
Cranes, Inc. where he presently held the position as supervisor of stores, 
shipping, receiving and traffic. Gary had been employed with Manitowoc Cranes, 
Inc. for over 37 years. He married Bernice Lubus on October 26, 1967, at First 
German Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. He was a member of Bethany Ev. Lutheran 
Church, the American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88 and the Disabled American 
Veterans.
Survivors include his wife, Bernice; one son, Jason Schwalbe, Manitowoc; his father, 
Kermit Schwalbe, Manitowoc; one sister and brother-in-law, Carol and Wayne Avery, 
Milwaukee; two nephews, Glenn (Michele) Avery, Scott Avery; his mother-in-law, 
Marge Lubus, Oconto, Wis.; three sisters-in-law, Audrey (Edward) Wegner, Cleveland, 
Wis., Elaine Smith, Indianapolis, Ind., Carol (Dan) Zachek, Two Rivers; two 
brothers-in-law, Roger (Ruth) Lubus, Zealand, Mich.; Dan (Donna) Lubus, Oconto, 
Wis.; other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his 
mother, Laura in 1985, and his father-in-law, Ervin Lubus in 1991.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5-8 pm. 
Monday (TONIGHT), and at the church on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of 
service at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church.
Herald Times Reporter, December 8, 1997  P. A2


JOSEPHINE SCHWALBE

Mrs. August J. Schwalbe, 76, of 1412 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died at the Holy 
Family Hospital, Tuesday morning, following a brief illness.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. L. H. Kieninger will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery. 
She was born Josephine Kautzer in Sheboygan in 1874, and in 1897 was married to 
Mr. Schwalbe. They located on a farm in Eaton and moved to Manitowoc 24 years 
ago.
Survivors are the husband; daughter, Mrs. Walter Gottschalk of Manitowoc; five 
sons, Reuben, Rene, Merl, Fred and Kermit all of Manitowoc; brother, Joseph of 
Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Oscar Freund of Manitowoc, Mrs. George Barnard 
of Reedsville and Mrs. John Klabachek of Sheboygan; 10 grandchildren and six 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 
Wednesday noon. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Thursday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 15, 1952  P.2
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[bur. 01-17-1952/age 76 yrs./bur. on August J. Schwalbe lot]


KENNETH C. SCHWALBE

Kenneth C. Schwalbe, age 71, a resident of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, 
died Wednesday, January 19, 2000, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
A Memorial Service will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, January 22, 2000, at Faith 
Evangelical Free Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Mike 
Dodds. Burial of the cremains will take place at a later date at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
He was born November 14, 1928, the eldest son of Reuben and Amanda Schmook Schwalbe, 
of Reedsville. Following his 1946 graduation from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, 
he joined the United States Air Force and proudly served 12 years with a tour of 
service in Korea. In 1950, he met and married Virginia B. Lundstrum, in California. 
She preceded him in death in October 1964. Upon discharge he lived first in Oklahoma 
then returned to Wisconsin where he attended Milwaukee Technical College. Following 
the passing of his wife, he returned to Manitowoc County. He worked as an accountant 
for Mirro and also worked for Imperial Eastman Company. He then joined the Civil 
Service as a Security Guard and moved to Maryland. He was a long time member of the 
V.F.W. Otto Oas Post #7649, Manitowoc, and was identified with the Lutheran Church.
Survivors include a step daughter, Sharleen Ralls and her husband, Ken, Texas; three 
daughters and sons-in-law, Karyl Webb, Watertown, Kim and Bell Lehman, Manitowoc, 
Karla and Chubbs Russell, Florida; and a son Kevin Schwalbe, Manitowoc. Also surviving 
are 12 grandchildren, Richard, Cindi, Jessica, Cassandra, Joy, Lorie and her husband, 
Craig, Chas, Jhan, KimberLeigh, Jonathan, April and Chase; five great grandchildren, 
Christopher, Taylor Carrington, Walker, and Seth; two brothers; one sister and their 
spouses, Dolores and Irvin Luisier, Saukville, Eugene and Helen Schwalbe, Cedarburg 
and Leon and Pat Schwalbe, Arizona. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews. He 
was preceded in death by the parents he adored, his beloved wife, Virginia; and the 
loving mother of his only son, Coralee M. Schwalbe.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Faith Evangelical Free Church, Manitowoc 
from 3 p.m. Saturday, until the time of service at 4 p.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 21, 2000  P. A2
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[cremation]


KERMIT A. SCHWALBE

Kermit A. Schwalbe, age 90, a resident of 820 Reed Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, 
April 27, 1999, at his residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, April 30, 1999, at First German 
Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Bruce Bitter will officiate with burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Kermit was born January 18, 1909, in the town of Eaton, Wis., son of the late 
August and Josephine Kautzer Schwalbe. He married Laura I. Wiegert on November 5, 
1931, in Valders. Mrs. Schwalbe preceded him in death on July 7, 1985. Kermit 
worked for Schuette Bros. Department Store for 15 years. He retired in 1971 as the 
manager of the Appliance department. He then worked part-time for Schuettes until 
he was 75 years old. He was a member of First German Ev. Lutheran Church.
Survivors include one daughter, Carolyn (Wayne) Avery, Milwaukee; one daughter-in-
law, Bernice Schwalbe, Manitowoc; three grandchildren, Scott Avery, Glenn (Michele) 
Avery, Jason Schwalbe; also other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by 
his parents; his wife; one son, Gary Schwalbe; one granddaughter, Linda Avery; one 
sister; and four brothers.
Friends may call at First German Ev. Lutheran Church on Friday from 11 a.m. until 
the time of service at 1 p.m.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the Schwalbe family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 29, 1999 P. A2


LAURA I. SCHWALBE

Mrs. Kermit (Laura) Schwalbe, 79, of 1210 Grand Avenue, Manitowoc, died Sunday 
evening, July 7, at the family residence.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreeen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schwalbe was born March 27, 1906, in the Town of Cato, Manitowoc County, 
daughter of the late William and Mary Hansen Wiegert. She married Kermit 
Schwalbe on November 5, 1931, at Valders. Mrs. Schwalbe was a member of First 
German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, Kermit; a son and daughter-in-law, Gary and 
Bernice Schwalbe of Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Carolyn and Wayne 
Avery of Milwaukee; a brother and sister-in-law, Isadore and Erna Wiegert of 
rural Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Frieda Rusch of Shakopee, Minnesota; three 
grandchildren, Scott Avery, Glenn Avery, and Jason Schwalbe; a sister-in-law, 
Mrs. Johanna Wiegert of Valders, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 
She was preceded in death by a brother, Fred Wiegert, a sister, Arlene Roeske, 
and a granddaughter, Linda Avery.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday 
and Wednesday morning from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and then at the church from 
noon to the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, July 8, 1985 P. 3


LILLIAN SCHWALBE

Mrs. William Schwalbe, 86, of Manitowoc, died Sunday morning in Family Heritage 
Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday in Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The 
Rev. Richard Lind will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schwalbe, nee Lillian Heldebrandt (sic), was born May 30, 1892, in Sheboygan, 
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hildebrandt. She attended Sheboygan 
schools and was married to William Schwalbe June 20, 1913, in Sheboygan, coming 
to Manitowoc to reside in 1938, where they owned and operated an upholstery shop. 
She was a member of First Lutheran Church and Order of Eastern Star 196.
Survivors include her husband, William, two sons, Harry of Milwaukee and Arthur 
of Chicago; a brother, Arvin Hildebrandt of Sheboygan; two sisters, Mrs. Erna 
Bauman of Long Beach, Calif., and Mrs. Meda Koeppe of Colgate, Wis., four 
grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A brother, Melvin, and a sister, 
Clara, preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from noon Tuesday until the 
time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, February 12, 1979 P. 3
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[d. 11 Feb 1979/age 86 yrs/wife of William C. Schwalbe]


MERL C. SCHWALBE    (d. 1974)

Merl C. Schwalbe, 71, of 1310 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died early Saturday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a coronary attack. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. N.W. Kock will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schwalbe was born May 13, 1903, in the Town of Eaton, son of the late 
August and Josephine Kautzer Schwalbe. He was a Manitowoc County resident 
all his life. He married Alice Popp May 29, 1937, at St. Joseph Church, 
Silver Lake. Prior to his retirement three years ago, he had been employed 
as a truck driver for Alfred Muchin Co. of Manitowoc for 45 years. 
Survivors include his wife, two brothers, Fred and Kermit, of Manitowoc and 
nieces and nephews. An infant son, two brothers and a sister preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday until 11:30 
a.m. Monday and from noon at the church when the casket will be moved to the 
church where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, November 2, 1974  P.12
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[d. 11-02-1974/age 71 yrs.]


MILTON RICHARD SCHWALBE

Milton R. Schwalbe, age 86, of 8750 Hwy 151, Manitowoc, died Tuesday, Nov. 18, 
2003 at his residence.
Funeral services will be held at 11am on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2003 at St. John 
Evangelical Lutheran Church at Newtonburg. The Rev. Victor Headrick will 
officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Milton was born June 16, 1917 in the Town of Liberty, Manitowoc County, son of 
the late August and Ella Luebke Schwalbe. He attended school in the town of 
Manitowoc Rapids and St. John Evangelical Lutheran School at Newtonburg. Milton 
also attended the Agricultural Short Course at the University of Wisconsin-
Madison. On Nov. 1, 1941, Milton was married to the former Sylvia I. Vetting at 
St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Newtonburg. The couple owned and operated 
the Twin Elm Dairy Farm in the town of Manitowoc Rapids. Milton was active in 
various farm organizations while farming. Milton and Sylvia enjoyed winters in 
Holiday, Fla., after retirement. He was a member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church in Newtonburg.
Survivors include his wife: Sylvia of Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law: 
Charles and Melissa Schwalbe of Crofton, Md.; three daughters and two sons-in-law: 
Karen Schwalbe of West Allis; Barbara and William Thorrington of New Berlin; Sarah 
and Michael Bentzler of Milwaukee; seven granddaughters: Tamra and Christopher 
Hibner; Christine Thorrington; Renee Thorrington: Stephanie and Michael Bernier; 
Rebecca Schwalbe: Katharine Schwalbe; Elizabeth Bentzler; four great-grandchildren: 
Joel; Emily; Madison and Jordan; one sister: Alice Nass of Manitowoc; one sister-
in-law: Lilah Hovland of Madison; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
survive. 
He was preceded in death by one sister: Gladys Johnson in 1951; two sisters-in-
law: Doris Helgeson and Leona Murphy; three brothers-in-law: Guy Hovland, Conrad 
Helgson, and Elroy Nass.
Relatives and friends may call at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Newtonburg, 
on Friday, Nov. 21, 2003 from 4pm until 8pm, and on Saturday from 10am until the 
time of services at 11am.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is serving the Schwalbe 
family.
The family wishes to extend a special thanks to (private) and staff, the Visiting 
Nurse Assoc. Hospice especially (private).
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 20, 2003 p.A3


RENE L. SCHWALBE

Rene E. Schwalbe, 66, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died Wednesday at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. N. W. Kock will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schwalbe was born April 30, 1902, in the Town of Eaton, son of the late 
August and Josephine Kautzer Schwalbe. He married Viola Marquardt June 26, 1924 
at Zachow, Wis., and the couple located in Manitowoc County. He was a machinist's 
helper at Manitowoc Engineering Co. and a member of Machinists Local No. 516 and 
the Sea Gulls.
Survivors include his wife, a son, Rene Jr., of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, a daughter, 
Mrs. Walter (Patricia) Sievert, three brothers, Merle, Fred and Kermit, a sister, 
Mrs. Walter Gottschalk, of Manitowoc and 10 grandchildren. A brother and a 
grandson preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 until 
9 p.m. Friday, until Saturday noon and then at the church until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 24, 1968  P. 19 
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[father of Mrs. Walter H. Sievert]


RUBEN F. SCHWALBE

Reuben(sic) F. Schwalbe, 67, of 1810 Columbus St., Manitowoc, Famuly (sic) 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Bethany Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Sauer will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schwalbe was born Nov. 12, 1900, at Collins, Manitowoc County, son 
of the late August and Josephine Kautzer Schwalbe. He married Amanda 
Schmock Sept. 18, 1927, at Two Creeks and the couple came to Manitowoc 
24 years ago. He had been employed at Burger Boat Co. Inc., and the past 
15 years at Manitowoc Motor Hotel where he was engineer and maintenance 
man.
He is survived by his wife, three sons, a daughter (Survivors omitted 
for privacy.); four brothers, Rene, Merle, Fred, Kermit, of Manitowoc, 
a sister, Mrs. Walter Gottschalk, of Manitowoc, 19 grandchildren and 
two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 
4 p.m. Tuesday until noon Wednesday when the casket will be moved to 
the church where the body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 20, 1968 P.14
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[d. 05-19-1968/age 67 yrs.]
(12 Nov 1900/May 1968/SSDI)


SYLVIA SCHWALBE

Sylvia I. Schwalbe, age 93, formerly of 8750 Hwy 151, Manitowoc, died on 
Thursday evening, July 22, 2010, at Community Memorial Hospital in Menomonee 
Falls.
The former Sylvia Vetting was born on May 24, 1917, in the town of Manitowoc 
Rapids, daughter of the late Walter and Charlotte (Tech) Vetting. She was a 
1936 graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School. Sylvia married Milton R. 
Schwalbe on Nov. 1, 1941, at St. John Evangelical Lutheran church in Newtonburg. 
He preceded her in death on Nov. 18, 2003. She was a member of St. John 
Evangelical Lutheran Church and St. John Ladies Aid. The couple owned and 
operated Twin Elm Dairy Farm in the town of Manitowoc Rapids. Sylvia and Milton 
enjoyed winters in Holiday, Fla., after their retirement. Sylvia enjoyed 
volunteering at the Manitowoc Lutheran High School's Repeat Performance Resale 
Store in Manitowoc.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents: Walter and Charlotte 
Vetting; her husband, Milton Schwalbe; three sisters and two brothers-in-law: 
Lilah (Guy) Hovland; Leona Murphy; Doris (Connie) Helgeson.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at St. John 
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Newtonburg. The Rev. Victor Headrick will officiate 
with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at 
the church on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. and again on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until 
the time of service at 11 a.m.
Memorial donations would be appreciated for either St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church or Manitowoc Lutheran High School.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is serving the Schwalbe 
family.
Herald Times Reporter, July 24, 2010


VIOLA M. (MARQUARDT) SCHWALBE

Mrs. Viola M. Schwalbe, 81, formerly of 1416 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died 
Monday evening, Nov. 25, at Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 1:30 pm Friday at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schwalbe was born Oct. 20, 1904 at Bonduel, daughter of the late William 
and Amalia Busch Marquardt. She was educated in Zachow, Wis. She was married 
to Rene Schwalbe, June 26, 1924 at Zachow, Wis. They had been resided here all 
their lives. Her husband preceded her in death in 1968. Mrs. Schwalbe was a 
member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church and was employed at Groelle 
Clover Farm Store.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Rene and Kathleen of Route 2, Two 
Rivers; a daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Walter Sievert of Manitowoc; 
two brothers, Erdman Marquardt of Manitowoc and Leo Marquardt of Athen, Wis.; 
a sister, Manilda Serwe of Manitowoc; 10 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. 
She was preceded in death by her husband, a brother, a grandchild.
Friends may call at the church from 11 am until the time of services on Friday. 
There will be no Thursday evening visitation at the funeral home. Jens Funeral 
Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements. The casket will remain 
closed.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 1985 page 3
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REPORT OF THE COUNTY JUDGE ON PATIENTS COMMITTED TO WISCONSIN GENERAL HOSPITAL FOR
TREATMENT
TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, WISCONSIN
Gentlemen:
In accordance with the duties which are provided for in the Statutes, I beg leave to
submit my report of all proceedings and hearings relative to patients committed to
the Wisconsin General Hospital for treatment since the filing of my last report up to 
and including January 1, 1937.
Edward S. Schmitz, County Judge
Viola Schwalbe, resident of the City of Manitowoc. Committed to Wisconsin General
Hospital on the 13 day of June, 1936. Examining physician, Dr. L.W. Gregory.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 31, 1937  p.17, 18
(Note: They sent seriously ill people here to be treated. The hospital was in
Madison)
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[widow of Rene E. Schwalbe/bur. on Walter H. and Patricia M. Sievert lot]


VIRGINIA SCHWALBE

Mrs. Kenneth Schwalbe, 40, of 8139 West Bender St., Milwaukee, died Friday 
afternoon at St. Michael Hospital, Milwaukee, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Carroll Erickson of Milwaukee officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Virginia Lundstrom was born Oct. 12, 1923, at Minneapolis, daughter 
of the late Carl Lundstrom and Mrs. Julia Albertson Lundstrom of Chicago. She 
was married to Kenneth Schwalbe Jan. 5, 1951 at Merced, Calif. They moved to 
Milwaukee in 1960.
Surviving are her husband; four daughters, Mrs. Kenneth Rolls of Sunray, Tex., 
Garyl, Kimberly and Karla Schwalbe at home; her mother; two brothers, Dr. Carl 
Lundstrom of Denver and Richard Lundstrom of Chicago; a sister, Mrs. Constance 
Gabree of Wichita Falls, Tex.; and two grandchildren. 
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 15, 1964  P.14
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[d. 08-14-1964 at Milwaukee WI/age 40 yrs./wife of Kenneth Schwalbe/
bur. on Ruben Schwalbe lot]


WILLIAM C. SCHWALBE

William C. Schwalbe, 91, of Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday, 
May 2, at the nursing home.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Richard Lind will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Schwalbe was born March 17, 1891, at Sheboygan, son of the late Ferdinand 
and Christina Stolzenburg Schwalbe. He attended schools in the Sheboygan area. 
He married Lillian Hildebrand, June 30, 1913, at Sheboygan. She preceded him in 
death in 1979. 
Mr. Schwalbe was employed at several chair factories in the Sheboygan area as an 
upholsterer. He moved to Manitowoc where he owned and operated his own upholstery 
shop for over 30 years. He was a member of First Lutheran Church, Eagles Aerie No. 
706, and Manitowoc Masonic Lodge No. 65 F. and A.M.
Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Harry and Gertrude Schwalbe of 
Milwaukee, and Arthur Schwalbe of Chicago; four grandchildren and three great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home Tuesday from noon until the time of services. 
There will be no Monday evening visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, May 3, 1982 P. 3


WILLIAM SCHWANDT

WM. SCHWANDT MEETS DEATH AS AUTO GOES OFF DOCK 
GARAGE MAN MEETS DEATH WHEN CAR PLUNGES OFF DOCK AT SO. ELEVENTH STREET AT MIDNIGHT 
Theory Is That Schwandt Made a Mistake and Turned Onto Eleventh Instead of 
Tenth Street—Body is Recovered by Police. 
William H. Schwandt, member of the firm of Behnke Brothers Garage company, met 
death in the river shortly after 11 o’clock Thursday night when he drove his 
car over the dock at the foot of South Eleventh street. Schwandt was crawling 
along at a very slow pace when the accident happened and it is believed that he 
mistook Eleventh for Tenth street. The body was recovered an hour later and the 
car was taken from the river at 4 o’clock this morning. 
Schwandt’s body was taken from behind the wheel of the car and except for two 
bumps on the forehead, probably received when the car tipped over in the fall 
into the river, bore no marks. It was removed to the Pfeffer undertaking parlor 
on Washington street. 
Schwandt had been at the garage of the company at about 10:30 in the evening and 
had been talking business to a party of three people, a man, his wife and another 
lady companion. It was raining and when the visitors got ready to leave Schwandt 
offered to take them home on the south side. It was Schwandt’s custom to drive 
his car back to the garage every evening and then walk to his home at 625 South 
Nineteenth street and he was on his way to return to the garage when the fatal 
accident occurred.
One Witness to Accident
As far as can be learned there was but one witness to the accident, Walter Reininger, 
who is employed at the Calumet tower of the Chicago & North Western who was passing 
over the Tenth street bridge at the time and happened to be looking in the direction 
of the spot where the accident occurred. He saw a car coming toward the dock at a 
very slow rate and watched it go over the dock and into the river. Believing that 
automobile thieves or some willfully destructive person had purposely sent a car into 
the river he ran to the police station to give the alarm. The police were on the scene 
in less than five minutes after the accident occurred but it was an hour before the 
body was recovered. The car had turned almost completely over in the fall and, while 
the front wheels were sunk in the mud there was not sufficient depth of water to 
immerse the entire car, the rear wheels being above the water. A rope was tied to 
these and the car dragged to the dock where the discovery of the tragedy was made. 
The body was recovered by Policemen Dufel and Douglas and immediately removed to the 
Pfeffer undertaking rooms, as the man was beyond human aid.
A search of the body made after its recovery resulted in finding a number of letters, 
automobile contract books, membership cards of the orders to which the man belonged, 
a pocket knife, watch and a small amount of change.
Familiar With Streets 
Schwandt has been in the garage business here for about seven years and was familiar 
with all the streets. Last night was extremely bad for driving, there being a heavy 
mist and, combined with the poor light at Eleventh street, probably confused Schwandt, 
who, from the snail’s pace at which he was going, appears to have been uncertain as 
to whether he was on the right street or not. A boat near the slip probably increased 
the confusion of the man although the cause of the accident will never be known.
Heart Failure the Cause?
From circumstances attending the accident there is believed to be a possibility that 
Schwandt was the victim of a heart attack before the car went off the dock. The 
statement of the lone witness that the car was proceeding very slowly and did not 
change its speed would indicate that the driver was not feeding it was (sic). 
Schwandt’s familiarity with the streets also supports this theory, as it seems 
unreasonable that he would not have discovered that he was on the wrong street if he 
had been conscious of where the car was going. There were two small abrasions on the 
head, neither of which would cause death, it is said. Coroner Kemper said no post 
mortem had been held, the case being clearly one of accident.
Wife Out of Town 
News of the death came as a terrible shock to Mrs. Schwandt, who had been ill since 
last December, and who, on Monday of this week, accompanied by her three-year-old 
daughter, left for a visit with her parents at Antigo.
William Schwandt was born in Newton, November 24, 1882, and would have reached forty 
years at his next anniversary. He was married fifteen years ago at Antigo to Miss 
Caroline Stage and the family returned here to take up their home at Newton. Seven 
years ago they moved to this city, when they opened a garage business in which they 
have continued, erecting a new building on Commercial street, a few years ago. Besides 
the widow, who returned here today from Antigo, two children, Edna, aged 13, and 
Lorraine, aged 3, survive. The mother, Mrs. R. C. Behnke, Western avenue, one sister, 
Mrs. William Bubholz, Reedsville, three half brothers, Otto H. Behnke, Edwin C. Behnke 
and Walter Behnke, all of this city, and a half sister, Mrs. Esther Stecker of 
Manitowoc Rapids, also survive him.
Deceased was a member of the Equitable Fraternal Union and the local aerie of Eagles. 
The funeral arrangements have not been completed and will be announced later.
Manitowoc Herald News, May 19, 1922  P. 1
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Contest Schwandt Case
Insurance companies are said to be contesting the claim of Mrs. Caroline Schwandt 
for the death of her husband William Schwandt who met death when he drove his car 
into the river at the foot of South Eleventh street last spring. Schwandt was 
employed by the Behnke Auto Co. which carried insurance in the Aetna company. It is 
reported that the company will claim that Schwandt was not on duty and in his regular 
work when the accident happened. Schwandt had taken prospective purchasers of a car 
from the Behnke garage to their home on the south side and was returning when he met 
death due, it is believe to a rain storm which was raging…
Manitowoc Herald News, October 12, 1922 P. 1 
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In the case of Caroline Schwandt, involving the death of her husband, William 
Schwandt, as a result of an accident in which he drove into the river at the 
foot of South Eleventh street, a settlement was agreed to between the interested 
parties and the settlement as approved by the commission. The amount was not made 
public…
Manitowoc Herald News, October 19, 1922  P. 1
(NOTE: Referring to a claim for compensation for death under the Wisconsin 
Workingmen’s Compensation law which was taken up by the State Industrial 
Commission on October 18.) 
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[William Schwandt/bur. 05-21-1922/cause: accidental drowning]
(NOTE: His stone reads d. 1923)


AUDREY L. SCHWANKE

Audrey L. Schwanke age 79, formerly of 2000 Johnston Drive, Manitowoc died Monday, 
June 10, 2013 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center.
Audrey was born January 18, 1934 in Randolph, WI daughter of the late John and 
Verna Austin Samer. She attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated from Lincoln 
High School. On September 8, 1951 she married Eldred E. Schwanke. He preceded her 
in death July 22, 2012.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.); nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also 
survive. She was preceded in death by her paretns; husband Eldred; two sons: David 
Schwanke and Darrell Schwanke; two brothers-in-law and sister-in-law: Jeannette 
(Hugo) Wolt; William Paskey.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 14, 2013 at the Jens Family 
Funeral Home & Crematory, 1122 South 8th Street, Manitowoc. Rev. Duane Olson will 
officiate. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call 
at the funeral home on Friday from 12:00 noon until the time of services at 1:00 
p.m. Online condolences may be expressed at www.jensreinboldand pfeffer. com
Herald Times Reporter, June 13, 2013


DAVID DEAN SCHWANKE AND DARRELL DALE SCHWANKE

David D. Schwanke, 20, and Darrell D. Schwanke, 19, sons of Mr. and Mrs. 
Eldred E. Schwanke of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, died of injuries received in an auto 
accident which occurred near Dubuque, Iowa, late Sunday night. David died 
Monday morning at Mercy Medical Center, Dubuque and Darrell died Tuesday 
afternoon at University Hospital, Madison.
Combined funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Phipps Memorial Chapel 
of First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dale Tutje will officiate 
with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
David was born Nov. 18, 1954 at Manitowoc, and had been employed by the Chilton 
Metal Products Co. Darrell was born Oct. 20, 1955, at Manitowoc and was 
graduated from Valders High School with the Class of 1974. He had resided at 
the residence of an uncle Ronald Schwanke of Rt. 2, Reedsville.
Survivors include their parents, Eldred and Audrey Samer Schwanke of Rt. 3, 
Manitowoc, a brother, Dennis of Manitowoc, three sisters, Mrs. Lloyd (Denise) 
Richards of Cleveland, Mrs. Peter (Doreen) McKee of Manitowoc and Miss Donna 
Schwanke at home, paternal grandfather, Ervin Schwanke, of Rt 2, Reedsville 
and maternal great grandmother, Mrs. Anna Samer of Beaver Dam.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday 
until noon Friday when the caskets will be moved to the church chapel. 
Herald Times Reporter, October 8, 1975  P.3
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[David/d. 10-06-1975 at Dubuque IA/age 20 yrs./
bur. on Eldred E. and Audrey L. Schwanke lot]
********
[Darrell/d. 10-07-1975 at Madison WI/age 20 yrs./
bur. on Eldred E.and Audrey L. Schwanke lot]


ELDRED E. SCHWANKE

Eldred E. Schwanke, age 82, of 2000 Johnston Drive, Manitowoc, died Sunday, 
July 22, 2012, at his residence.
He was born on July 21, 1930, in Reedsville, son of the late Ervin and Hilma 
(Horn) Schwanke. He served in the U.S. Army. On September 8, 1951, Eldred 
married the former Audrey L. Sammer in Manitowoc. He was employed as a welder 
for many years at the Kohler Company until his retirement.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons: David Schwanke 
and Darrell Schwanke; one sister and two brothers-in-law: Jeanette (Hugo) Woldt; 
William Paskey.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. TODAY, Friday, July 27, 2012, at 
the Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 1122 South 8th Street, Manitowoc. 
Rev. Jeremy Vance will officiate. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call today at the funeral home from 9:00 a.m. until 
the time of services. Online condolences may be expressed at 
www.jensreinboldand pfeffer.com.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Eldred's name.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, July 27, 2012


ELLA SCHWANKE

From Der Nord Westen, 16 Sept. 1909: 
A small child of the Gustav Schwenke(sic) family living on Washington Street 
died Thursday last week and was buried Saturday afternoon.
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[cause: acute (sic)]
(Note: Ella is buried on a child/baby space)


GERHARDT A. SCHWANKE

Mr. Gerhardt A. Schwanke, 66, of Rt. 2, Reedsville,Wis., died unexpectedly 
Thursday, Sept. 27, in the township of Rockland, in Manitowoc County.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Urbanek and 
Schlei Funeral Home, State Street Chapel. The Rev. Edmund E. Oson will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schwanke was born May 1, 1913, in the township of Rantoul, in Calumet County, 
son of the late Albert and Martha Krueger Schwanke. He lived in Manitowoc County 
most of his life. In the 1940's he was employed at Manitowoc Ship Building 
company and Valders Lime and Stone. In later years he worked at various farms 
in Manitowoc County.
Survivors include a brother, Ervin Schwanke of Rt. 2, Reedsville, Wis.; a sister, 
Mrs. Neoma Oestreich of Manitowoc; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death 
by four brothers and seven sisters.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 9th Street Chapel, 7 p.m. 
to 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, September 29, 1979 P. 3


ORMAN E. SCHWANKE

Orman E. Schwanke, 58, of 2517 10 St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday. Funeral 
services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Don R. Good will officiate. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schwanke was born November 28, 1918 in the Township of Rantoul, Calumet 
County, son of the late Albert and Martha Krueger Schwanke. He attended 
schools in Clarks Mills, Wis. and lived in Manitowoc most of his life. He was 
a retired farmhand who worked on various farms in Manitowoc County.
Survivors include two brothers, Ervin of Reedsville and Gerhardt of Manitowoc; 
a sister, Mrs. Neoma Oestreich of Manitowoc, nieces and nephews. Three brothers 
and seven sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home 7 to 9 p.m. Friday until the time of 
services Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 1, 1977 page 3


ALBERT W. SCHWANTES

Albert W. Schwantes, age 78, of ??22 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Tuesday, December 20, 1994, at his residence.
A Graveside Gathering for relatives and friends will be held on Friday, December 23, 
1994, at 1 p.m. at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born January 11, 1916, in Manitowoc, son of the late William C. and Emma K. 
Kazda Schwantes. He was educated in the Manitowoc school system, and was a graduate 
of Lincoln High School with the class of 1933. He joined his father and sister as 
a partner in the Schwantes Manufacturing Company and was the General Manager of 
the business from 1940 until his retirement in 1976. Mr. Schwantes was a member 
and past president of the First Kiwanis Club of Manitowoc, a member of the Knights 
of Pythias and a past chancellor of Manitowoc Lodge #86. He was a member and past 
president of the Master Builders Association of Manitowoc County, he had been a 
member and was past president of the Wisconsin Chapter of the Architectural Woodwork 
Institute. He was a life member of the Manitowoc County Historical Society and a 
life member of the Manitowoc Maritime Museum. He was also a member of the United 
Commercial Travelers.
Survivors include several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, two 
sisters, Wilma Schwantes in 1990 and an infant sister.
Memorials may be made to the Manitowoc Kiwanis Foundation or the charity of the 
donor's choice.
Reinbold Pfeffer Funeral Home is serving the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 22, 1994 P. A2
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[single/bur. on W.C. Schwantes lot]


EMMA K. SCHWANTES

Mrs. William Schwantes, 88, of 1422 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:20 p.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard Schmitz will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schwantes, nee Emma Kazda, was born March 17, 1880, in the Town of Gibson, 
daughter of the late Albert and Katherine Zaruba Kazda. She was married to 
William Schwantes Nov. 1, 1904, at Manitowoc, where they owned and operated 
Schwantes Mfg. Co. where she also served as bookkeeper and secretary for the 
firm. Mr. Schwantes preceded her in death in February, 1954. She was a member 
of the Pythian Sisters, Badger Temple 46.
Survivors include a son, Albert, of Manitowoc; a daughter, Miss Wilma, of 
Manitowoc; and nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home, N. Ninth Street entrance, after 3 p.m. 
Tuesday until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 10, 1968 P.11
********
[d. 06-10-1968/age 88 yrs./widow of William C. Schwantes]


WILLIAM C. SCHWANTES

W.C. Schwantes, builder, Is Dead
William C. Schwantes, 82, of 1012 Lincoln Blvd, prominent carpenter and founder 
of the Schwantes Manufacturing Company, died early Tuesday at the Memorial 
Hospital, following a brief illness.
Funeral services in charge of the Knights of Pythias lodge, will be held at 
2 p.m. Thursday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born in the town of Two Rivers, Feb. 13, 1872, and when a young man took 
up the carpenter trade working in both Two Rivers and Manitowoc. In 1904 he 
entered the contracting business and down through the years built scores of new 
homes in the two cities.
In 1924 he built the Schwantes plant at 1544 North Eighth Street which engaged 
in construction of interior woodwork, sash and doors, kitchen cabinets and 
millwork, which Schwantes used principally in his contracting business. In 1937 
he retired from the contracting business to continue the millwork plant. 
(Line underinked, unreadable)…was taken over by his son, Albert, and daughter, 
Miss Wilma Schwantes. In addition to membership in the Knights of Pythias he was 
a past president of the Manitowoc County Master Builders Association.
In 1904 he married Miss Emma Kazda. She survives with a son, Albert, a daughter, 
Miss Wilma, all of Manitowoc, and a sister, Mrs. Peter Schroeder of Two Rivers.
Friends may call at the funeral home from Wednesday noon until hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 16, 1954  P.2
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[d. 02-16-1954/age 82 yrs.]


WILMA R. SCHWANTES

Wilma R. Schwantes of 1422 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, December 30, 1990 
at the age of 78 years. Miss Scdhwantes was born March 15, 1912 in Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late William C. and Emma K. Kazda Schwantes. She was educated in 
the Manitowoc School Systems and graduated from the Manitowoc Business College in 
1931. That year she joined her father as a partner in the Schwantes Manufacturing 
Company and was Secretary of the business until her retirement in 1976. She had 
been a member of Pythian Sisters in Manitowoc and was a life member of the Manitowoc 
County Historical Society and a life member of the Manitowoc Maritime Museaum.
Miss Schwantes is survived by a brother, Albert W. Schwantes of Manitowoc and several 
cousins, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and 
an infant sister.
Relatives and friends and neighbors may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home on  Wednesday, January 2nd from 4 pm to 8 pm. Memorials may be made to 
the charity of the donor's choice. There will be no formal funeral services. Burial 
will take place at Evergreen Cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Dec. 31, 1990 page B6
*********
Wilma R. Schwantes of 1422 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, December 30, 1990, 
at the age of 78 years.
Relatives and friends and neighbors may call at Reinbold-Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home on Wednesday, January 2nd, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made 
to the charity of the donors choice. There will be no formal funeral services. 
Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery.
Herald Times Reporter, January 1, 1991 P. B9
**********
[single/bur. on W.C. Schwantes lot]


AGNES SCHWANTZ

Mrs. Agnes Schwantz, 49, of 1017 South 17th street, died this morning at the 
Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Frazier mortuary chapel, 
the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Born Agnes Matte in Wausau in 1897, she had been a resident here for 30 years. 
She was a member of the Germania society of the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran church and the auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Her husband, 
Arthur Schwantz, died in 1944.
Surviving are her mother, Mrs. Joseph Matte of this city; three daughters, 
Violet Dryll of Denver, Mrs. Howard Erickson and Inez Schwantz of this city; 
two sons, Eugene Schwantz and Lyle Dryll of this city; six brothers, Clarence, 
Herbert, Walter, Louis of this city, Joseph of Milwaukee and Fred of Waupaca; 
three sisters, Mrs. Lucille Bashaw, Mrs. Florence Wallen and Mrs. Eleanor 
Alberts of this city.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 12, 1947  P.2


ARTHUR E. SCHWANTZ

Arthur Schwantz, 51, of 142 Riverview drive, died early this morning
at the veterans hospital at Wood, Wisconsin, where he had been a
patient for the past two weeks.
Arrangements for the funeral home have not been completed, but the
body is being brought to the Frazier mortuary here.
Mr. Schwantz had been employed in the plating department at the
Aluminum Goods until his last illness. The complete obituary will
be published Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, February 5, 1944  p.2
*********
Funeral services for Arthur E. Schwantz, 51, of 142 Riverview drive,
who died early Saturday morning at the Veterans hospital at Wood,
Wis., will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the Frazier chapel, and 
will be conducted by the Rev. I.H. Koeninger of the First German
Evangelical Lutheran church. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Schwantz was born in Manitowoc August 8, 1893. He was married
nine years ago to Agnes Dryll.
Mr. Schwantz is a veteran of World War I. He has been employed in
the plating department of the Aluminum Goods Mfg. company.
Survivors are his stepmother, Mrs. Gustave Schwantz, a daughter,
(private), four step-children (private), a brother, Emil, living
in Washington, four step-sisters, Mrs. George Frisch, Mrs. J.W.
Lam, Mrs. A. Grall and Hattie Schwantz and Elizabeth Granzow
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 7, 1944  p.2
*********
Arthur Schwantz who served with the artillery and who was in the 
battle line for eleven days, says that his whole life previous to 
that time had not crowded in the excitement he experienced for 
that short period. Schwantz, who has just arrived in the city and 
is at the home of his parents north of the town says that he is 
going to stick to the farm and is glad to have the chance to do it. 
The local soldier went into action at Toul and when the armistice 
was signed was with his command six miles from Metz and his command 
would have been sent against Metz from the right if the orders to 
move had been issued. “The man who tells you he didn’t have the 
ague the first time he got into the line is a price prevaricator: 
says Schwantz who declared that he expected death every minute the 
first night he was on the firing line. “After the first two or three 
days you forget about the shells and danger and go ahead like a 
machine” he said. Schwantz lost a brother in the war, Bertram 
Schwantz, who was killed in action.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, April 29, 1919 Page 3
********
[d. at Milwaukee, WI/bur. on Mrs. Agnes Schwantz lot]


BERTHA SCHWANTZ

From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-Five Years Ago - (1897) 
Mrs. Gustave Schwantz of this city died on Friday of last week.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 9, 1922
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(Note: She is named in the Gustave Schwantz obituary)


CLARA SCHWANTZ    (d. 1903)

A terrible accident occurred Mon. in the Division St. residence of August Schwantz,
an employee of the Manitowoc Land & Salt Co. The family’s 4-yr. old daughter fell
into a tub of boiling water suffering burns from which she died yesterday. Initially 
the doctors thought they could save her, but sadly that was not the case.
Der Nord Westen, 24 Dec. 1903
********
Clara Schwauz(sic), 3 years old, daughter of Gustav(sic) Schwauz of Thirteenth 
and Division streets died Tuesday after a short illness. The funeral will take 
place from the house Friday at 2 p.m., the Rev. K. Machmiller officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, December 24, 1903 P. 8
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Clara Schwantz
birth: 19 July 1900 Manitowoc
death: 22 December 1903 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1903 Manitowoc
father: Gustav Schwantz
mother: Louisa
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[cause: scalded]


EMIL PAUL SCHWANTZ

Emil P. Schwantz, 86, of Manitowoc Health Care Center, died Tuesday morning, 
Janaury 3, at Holy Family Hospital.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and 
Reinbold Funeral Home. The Rev. Alfred Klumb will officiate with burial at 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Schwantz was born January 16, 1897, at Manitowoc, son of the late Gustave 
and Bertha Busch Schwantz. He grew up and was educated in Manitowoc, living 
here all his life. Mr. Schwantz worked as a deckhand on the J.B. John, a cement 
boat, owned by Mudusa Cement Co., retiring in 1960.
Survivors include three step sisters, Rose M. Grall of Manitowoc, Hetti Schwantz 
of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Jack (Augusta) Lamb of Manitowoc, nieces and nephews also 
survived. He was preceded in death by two brothers, a sister, and a step sister.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
from 1 p.m. until the time of services on Thursday.
Herald Time Reporter, January 4, 1984 P. 3
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[d. 3 Jan 1984/age 86 yrs/bur. on Mrs. Louis Schwantz lot]


ESTHER E. (WEISS) SCHWANTZ

Esther E. Schwantz, age 90, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, 
Manitowoc, entered into eternal rest Sunday, Oct. 5, 2003 at Shady Lane.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2003 at 11 a.m. at St. 
John Lutheran Church, Newtonburg. The Rev. Victor Headrick will officiate 
with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Esther was born Dec. 16, 1912 in Manitowoc, to the late Otto and Ida Haupt 
Weiss. She was a 1930 graduate of Lincoln High School. On June 25, 1932, 
she married Reuben A. Schwantz in Manitowoc. Mr. Schwantz preceded her in 
death March 24, 1985. Esther was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and 
the church's Ladies Aid.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Preceded in death by her parents and husband, a brother: Carl Weiss; a sister: 
Ruby Einberger; and a great-granddaughter: Kate Dannenberg.
Friends may call at St. John Lutheran Chruch, Thursday from 9 a.m. until the 
time of services at 11 a.m.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., 
Manitowoc, assisted the Schwantz family with funeral arrangements.
On behalf of all the members of Esther's family, we would like to express our 
thanks to the staff at Shady Lane for their kindness shown to us and the 
professional care they gave to Esther while she was a residnet of the nursing 
home.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 7, 2003
*******
Esther E. Schwantz, age 90, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, 
Manitowoc, entered into eternal rest Sunday, Oct. 5, 2003 at Shady Lane.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2003 at 11 a.m. at St. 
John Lutheran Church, Newtonburg. The Rev. Victor Headrick will officiate 
with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at St. John Lutheran Church, Thursday from 9 a.m. until the 
time of services at 11 a.m.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., 
Manitowoc, assisted the Schwantz family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 8, 2003


EUGENE A. SCHWANTZ

Eugene A. Schwantz, age 83, a lifelong Manitowoc resident, was called home 
Friday morning, June 18, 2004 at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, 
Manitowoc, where he resided for the past two years. 
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 17, 2004 at The Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Jim Klein 
with burial of the cremated remains at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside 
military rites will be accorded by VFW Otto Oas Post #659, Manitowoc. 
Eugene was born on June 17, 1921 in Manitowoc, son of the late Peter Dryll and 
Agnes (Matte) Dryll Schwantz. He served in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific Theatre 
during World War II. He was a tool and die maker for many years with various area 
manufacturing companies, the final company being Manitowoc Shipbuilding from which 
he retired in 1986. Eugene was also a member of the VFW Otto Oas Post #659, 
Manitowoc. He was a very loving and caring father and grandfather and also loved 
fishing. 
Survivors include two daughters and two sons-in-law: Cheryl and James Taylor, 
Manitowoc; Pamela Fox, Mt. Airy, N.C.; William Fox, New Holstein; four grandchildren: 
Troy Leikam, Alissa Taylor, and Andrew and Lucas Fox; one great-grandson: Nikolaus 
Fox; and two sisters: Violet Toombs and Beatrice Erickson, both of Colorado. He is 
further survived by other relatives and friends. Eugene was preceded in death by a 
brother: Lyle (Bud) Dryll; stepfather: Arthur Schwantz; and a brother-in-law: Howard 
Erickson. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation 
Care Center, Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. Saturday until the time of the memorial service 
at 11 a.m. 
The family wishes to thank the staff at North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center, 
especially Tammy, and Eugene's doctors for their care.
Herald Times Reporter, June 2004


GEORGE SCHWANTZ    (d. 1904)

George Schwantz
birth: 1904 Manitowoc, Wis.
death: 12 September 1904 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1904 Manitowoc
father: Gustaf Schwantz
mother: Lizzie
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
******
[cause: enteritis]


GUSTAVE SCHWANTZ

Gustave Schwantz, 75, died today at the family home, 706 Chicago street. He 
had been in failing health two years.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Frazier chapel 
and at two o’clock from the First German Evangelical Lutheran church. Burial 
will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Schwantz was born in Germany and married Miss Bertha Rusch in that country. 
They came to the United States in 1890 and located in Manitowoc. For many years 
Mr. Schwantz was employed by the Spindler company. His wife died and he later 
married Miss Louise Strathman.
Survivors are the widow; two sons, Arthur and Emil, city; five daughters, Mrs. 
Elizabeth Granzow, Mrs. Elvin Grall, Mrs. George Frisch, Mrs. John Lamb, and 
Hattie, all of this city; a sister, Mrs. Gustave Hermann, Algoma, Wis.; 14 
grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary from Sunday noon until the hour 
of the services Tuesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 26, 1938  P.4
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[d. 11-25-1938/age 75 yrs./cause: carcinoma of bladder/
bur. on Mrs. Louise Schwantz lot/trans. from 1-12-R]
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JAW BROKEN AS MAN MISSES HIS DEATH BY INCH
Gus Schwantz, an employe of the Spindler Co., missed death by the margin of 
less than an inch in a peculiar accident of which he was the victim yesterday 
at the grounds at the new Lincoln high school. Schwantz suffered a fractured 
lower jaw, severe cuts to his face and will loose(sic) half of his teeth, upper 
and lowers, as result of the accident and will be laid up some time. 
The accident happened while Schwantz was delivering a load of lime to the high 
school work. He was making a delivery in one of the automatic unloading trucks 
of the Spindler company in some way, while getting from the truck released the 
automatic control and the crank, revolving readily, struck him in the face, 
striking the jaw and a second blow just below the temple bone, cutting a hole 
in the cheek. Had the blow been an inch higher it would probably have been 
death to Schwantz. 
Schwantz is about 55 years old. He was taken to the hospital where an X-ray 
photograph was taken to determine the extent of his injuries and later teeth 
in the injured jaw were removed. Schwantz was able to be removed to his home 
but he will be laid up for some time.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 19, 1923 p.1


HEDWIG I. SCHWANTZ

Hedwig (Hattie) Schwantz, 84, a resident of Manitowoc Health Care Center, died 
Wednesday morning, January 31, 1990 at the Manitowoc Health Care Center. Funeral 
services will be 1:30 pm Friday at Manitowoc Health Care Center Chapel. Rev. 
Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Hedwig was born April ?, 1905 at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Gustav and Louise 
Strathmann Sachwatz. She grew up and was educated in Manitowoc and had been a 
lifelong resident of Manitowoc. Hedwig was a member of First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church.
Survivors include a brother-in-law, Jack Lamb of Manitowoc; a guardian and nephew, 
Kenneth Grall of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was 
also preceded in death by 3 sisters, a stepsister and 3 stepbrothers.
Friends may call at Manitowoc Health Care Center Chapel, 12 noon on Friday until 
the time of services at 1:30 pm. Reinbold and Pfeffer Funeral Home, is assisting 
the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Jan. 31, 1990
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[age 84 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Louise Schwantz lot]


LOUISE SCHWANTZ

Mrs. Gustave Schwantz, 83, of 706 Chicago St., Manitowoc, lifelong resident 
of the city and county, died Monday night at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, 
following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. L. H. Koeninger will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schwantz was born Louise Strathman in Kossuth in 1870 and in 1891 was 
married to Schwantz. They located in Manitowoc. Her husband died in 1938.
Survivors are a son, Emil of Manitowoc; five daughters, Mrs. Elizabeth Granzow 
of California, Mrs. George Fritsch, Mrs. Alvin Grall, Miss Hattie of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Jack Lamb of Detroit; 13 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Wednesday. The casket will be moved to the church at 10:30 a.m. Thursday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 29, 1953  P.17 
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[d. 09-28-1953/age 83 yrs.]
*******
(The following is an obituary for the daughter of Louise)
Mrs. Jack (Augusta E.) Lamb, 78, of 1709 Meadowbrook Dr., Manitowoc, died Monday 
afternoon, July 7, 1986 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Memorial services will 
be 7 pm Wednesday at Reinbold and Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. William B. Plank will officiate. Mrs. Lamb's body has been 
donated to University of Wisconsin.
Mrs. Lamb was born Dec. 22, 1907, in the town of Gibson, Manitowoc County, daughter 
of the late Gustave and Louise Strattman Schwantz. She grew up and was educated 
at Manitowoc and for a number of years had been employed at Wisconsin Telephone 
Company in Manitowoc. She was married to Jack Lamb Dec. 7, 1935 at Manitowoc. For 
14 years they resided in Detroit, Michigan and for 15 years at St. Clair Shores, 
Michigan. Mrs. Lamb was a Manitowoc resident since 1974. The couple celebrated 
their 50th Wedding Anniversary in December of 1985.
Survivors include her husband, Jack; two sisters, Mrs. Rose Grall and Miss Hattie 
Schwantz of Manitowoc; nieces and nephews include Kenneth and Anna Mae Grall, 
Margaret Grall, Grace and Joseph Koral, Louise Smith, George Frisch and Donald 
and Mary Frisch. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Art, Burt and Emil 
Schwantz.
Visitation for family and friends will be held after 6 pm Wednesday at Reinbold 
and Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorials to 
American Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., July 8, 1986 body donated - parents buried here


PAUL SCHWANTZ

FALL ON ICE WAS HIS DEATH - 
8 YEAR OLD PAUL SCHWANTED(sic) FATALLY INJURED ON WALK
An injury which he suffered in falling on a slippery walk was 
undoubtedly the cause of death of Paul Schwanted(sic) which 
occurred Wednesday. The boy fell on the ice Saturday afternoon 
striking on his head and back and although the injury was not 
considered serious, meningitis resulted and death followed 
quickly. The child was eight years of age and a son of Gustave 
Schwanted, Franklin Street. His mother died some time ago. 
Funeral arrangements have not been made at this time.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Feb. 5, 1903 page 1
********
A son of Franklin St. resident Gustav Schwanz died Thurs. morning last week 
at the age of about 8 yrs. It is believed that the boy died from the results 
of a fall on an icy sidewalk on the previous Sat. The funeral was held Sat. 
afternoon from the Lutheran Church.
Der Nord Westen, 12 Feb. 1903
*******
[cause: head injury]


REUBEN A. SCHWANTZ

Reuben A. Schwantz, 74, of 6320 Hartlaub Lake Road, Town of Newton, died early 
Sunday morning, March 24, at Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Newtonburg. The Rev. Keith Haberkorn will officiate with burial to follow at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schwantz was born October 9, 1910, in the Town of Newton, Manitowoc County, 
son of the late John and Anna Carstens Schwantz. Mr. Schwantz started his 
schooling at Manitowoc Rapids and later moving to Brillion. He graduated from 
Trinity Lutheran School in 1924. When he was younger, he learned the cheesemaking 
trade, making cheese locally at the cheese factory, now known as Pine River Dairy. 
Mr. Schwantz also farmed for many years in the Town of Newton, along with doing 
masonary work. Most recently, Mr. Schwantz worked for Mirro, Plant Number 5, 
retiring in 1975. He married the former Esther Weiss on June 25, 1932, at First 
German Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manitowoc. Mr. Schwantz was a member of St. 
John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Newtonburg.
Survivors include his wife, Esther; a son and a daughter-in-law, Eugene and Marlys 
Schwantz of rural Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Marilyn and Paul 
Danenberg of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Karen and Robert Bohm of Placentia, California; 
two sisters and brothers-in-law, Frieda and Henry Bleichwehl of Brillion and Alma and 
Louis Bleichwehl of Milwaukee; seven grandchildren; a great grandchild, nieces and 
nephews and other relatives and friends also survived.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 Tuesday afternoon 
and on Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and then at the church from noon until 
the time of service. Memorials would be appreciated to St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church or Manitowoc Lutheran High School.
Herald Times Reporter, March 25, 1985 P. 3
*********
[husband of Esther Schwantz]
(Rueben Schwantz/d. 03/24/1985/bur. 03/27/1985/from records of St. Johns 
 Evang. Luth. Ch.)


ADOLPH SCHWARTZ    (d. 1932)

LONG ILLNESS ENDS IN DEATH 
Adolph Schwartz Dies Here: Funeral on Saturday 
Adolph Schwartz, age 54, died early today at Holy Family hospital after a 
lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Shimek 
and Schwartz funeral home on North Eighth street where the body may be viewed 
this evening and up to the time of the funeral. Burial will be at Evergreen.
Mr. Schwartz was born in Austria Feb. 1, 1878, and came to this country and 
Manitowoc in 1900. His home was at 524 North Ninth street where his wife died 
three years ago.
He is survived by a son, Adolph, Jr., of Manitowoc and a brother, Frank 
Schwartz, Plymouth.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 19, 1932  P. 2
*******
[bur. 5-21-1932/age 54 yrs/cause: biliary cirrhosis]


ADOLPH SCHWARTZ    (d. 1988)

Adolph "80" Schwartz, 79, of 614 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning, 
March 5, 1988 at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc. Memorial services will be 2 pm Monday 
at First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. William B. Plank will officiate. 
A reception in the Fellowship Hall will follow the memorial services.
Mr. Schwartz was born August 26, 1908 at Manitowoc, son of the late Adoph and Mary 
Schwartz. He was educated in the Manitowoc Public Schools. Mr. Schwartz owned and 
operated the Manitowoc Meat Market and was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding 
during the war years. For 25 years he owned and operated The Wind Lane Mink Ranch. 
Mr. Schwartz was an active member of Kettle Morraine Mink Association. He was a 
qualified Appraiser and member of The American Numismatic Association. Mr. Schwartz 
was a member of Golden K Kiwanis Club, BPO Elks Manitowoc Lodge 687 and First 
Presbyterian Church.
Survivors include his wife, the former June R. Trastek; a son and daughter-in-law, 
Tom and Clara Schwartz of Mauston, Wisconsin; two daughters and sons-in-law, 
Virginia and Bill Nelson of Stevens Point and Marilyn and Steve McGill of New Berlin, 
Wisconsin; six grandsons and a granddaughter, Tommy and Timmy Schwartz, Billy, Bobby 
and Brian Nelson, Jason and Stacy McGill; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Victor 
and Joyce Trastek of Manitowoc, Madeline and Jim Smith of San Antonio, Texas; nieces, 
nephews and many friends.
Reinbold-Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with 
funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Mar. 6, 1988 page 20
********
[husband of June Schwartz]


ALBERTINA SCHWARTZ

Mrs. Albertina Schwartz, 85, of 1205 Manila St., Manitowoc, died early Tuesday 
at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Allen McCaul will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
She was born Albertina Tegge in Germany in 1868 and three years later her 
parents moved to Canada. Ten years later they located in Manitowoc. In 1884 
she was married to Emanuel Lorenz. He died in 1892. In 1894 she was married 
to John Schwartz. He died in 1943.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Emma Kull of Manitowoc; two sons, Oscar and 
Charles Lorenz of Manitowoc; two brothers, Fred of Two Rivers and Charles of 
Manitowoc; four grandchildren and a great grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 28, 1953  P. 2
********
[d. 04-28-1953/age 85 yrs./bur. on Mrs. John Schwartz lot]


AUGUSTA SCHWARTZ

Mrs. Schwartz Dead
Death claimed one of the oldest residents of the county Sunday when 
Mrs. August Schwartz passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. 
John Becker (sic), South Main street, at the advanced age of 88 
years.
Mrs. Schwartz was a native of Strassburg Germany, and was married 
there in 1849. In 1852 the couple came to America and settled on a 
farm in the town of Two Rivers where Mrs. Schwartz died in 1904. 
Mrs. Schwartz since that time has made her home with her daughter, 
Mrs. Broeker here. Deceased was the mother of three daughters, Mrs. 
Broecker being the only one surviving. Six grandchildren and eleven 
great grandchildren also survive.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, June 5, 1916 P.4
*********
(No. 32. 1st publication June 8, 1916.)
Notice to Prove Will and Notice to Crediters.
STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY COURT MANITOWOC, COUNTY-IN PROBATE.
In re estate of Augusta Schwartz, deceased.
Notice is hereby given, That at the special term of said court to 
be held on the first Wednesday, (being the 5th day) of July, A.D., 
1916, at the court house in the city of Manitowoc, county of 
Manitowoc and state of Wisconsin, there will be heard and considered 
the application of Fred Broeker to admit to probate the last will and 
testament of Augusta Schwartz, late of the town of Manitowoc, in said 
county, deceased, and for the appointment of an administrator with 
will annexed;
Notice is hereby further given, That at the special term of said 
court to be held at said court house, on the 2nd Tuesday, (being 
the 10th day) of October, A.D., 1916, there will be heard, considered 
and adjusted, all claims against said Augusta Schwartz, deceased;
An notice is hereby further given, That all such claims for 
examination and allowance must be presented to said county court 
at the court house, in the city of Manitowoc, in said county and 
state, on or before the 8th day of October, A.D., 1916, or be 
barred.
Dated June 7, 1916.
By the court, John Chloupek, County Judge.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, June 8, 1916 P.2
*********
[bur. 06-06-1916/cause: cancer of the uterus]


DOROTHEA SCHWARTZ

From Der Nord Westen, 03 Dec. 1885:
Death of Mrs. Dorothea Schwarz, wife of Mr. Henry Schwarz, last Sun.
evening. The deceased was 46-years old and her body was committed to 
the earth yesterday afternoon under the auspices of the Lutheran Church.
*******
Mrs. Schwartz, wife of Mr. Schwartz in the employ of Fliegler & Co. 
died last week. She leaves a large family of children.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, December 15, 1885 P.4
(NOTE: This appears to be Dorothea Schwarz)


ERWIN SCHWARTZ    (d. 1933)

DEATH OCCURS AT SANATORIUM 
Irvin Schwartz(sic) Dies Monday, Funeral On Thursday 
Irwin Schwartz, 42, 1205 Manila street, died Monday evening at the Maple Crest 
sanatorium. Funeral services will be held at the home at 2 p.m. Thursday with 
Rev. Feldt officiating.
The deceased was born in Ramsay, Mich., April 25, 1891. He came to Manitowoc at 
the age of three.
Surviving the deceased are his father, his stepmother, two step brothers, Oscar 
and Charles Lorenz and one stepsister, Mrs. Emma Kull.
The body was removed from the Pfeffer funeral home to the residence today. Burial 
will take place at Evergreen cemetery following the services Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 31, 1933 P. 2
*******
[age 42 yrs/cause: pulmonary tuberculosis]


HARLAN A. SCHWARTZ
 
Harlan A. Schwartz, age 77, of 212 Huron St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
May 8, 2004 at Greve, Florence, Italy, when his vintage automobile was 
damaged in the 2004 running of the Mille Miglia. 
Private graveside services were held on Thursday, May 20, 2004 at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Rabbi Marc E. Berkson officiated. 
A memorial service is scheduled for Sunday, May 23, 2004, at 2 p.m. at the 
Anshe Poale Zedek Synagogue, 435 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc. 
Harlan was born July 1, 1926, in Milwaukee, son of the late Simon and Sophie 
Apter Schwartz. Harlan was a graduate of the St. John's Academy in Delafield, 
Wis. He was a United States Army Air Corps World War II veteran serving from 
June 8, 1944 until Oct. 15, 1946 in Guam. Harlan received his bachelor's and 
master's degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and also studied 
during the summers in Paris, France, at the Sorbonne University. Harlan joined 
the family business Schwartz Mfg. Company in 1951. Upon his death, Harlan was 
owner and president of Schwartz Mfg. Company in Two Rivers. Harlan was married 
to the former Beverly Swetlik in April 1971 in Francis Creek. The couple had 
one daughter, Alessandra, and divorced in 1975. He was a member of Anshe Poale 
Zedek Synagogue, Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club and the Sports Car Club of America, 
(S.C.C.A). 
Survivors include one daughter: Alessandra A. Schwartz of Manitowoc; one brother: 
James R. Schwartz of Door County.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in his name, or 
memorials would be appreciated for the Anshe Poale Zedek Synagogue. 
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is serving the Schwartz 
family.
Herald Times Reporter, May 20, 2004 p.A3
********
(Milwaukee, WI/d. 8-May-2004 Greve, Florence, Italy/parent: Simon)

also there are two other articles with by-lines:
2004 Htr Article From Progress Edition
"Schwartz preps for 1,000-mile race
Restored '32 Alpha Romeo heads to 1000 Miglia"
By Neil Rhines Herald Times.
and
 
Local man died: Lifelong dream ends with road race 
By Amy Weaver Herald Times Reporter, May 10, 2004
*********
(01 Jul 1926/08 May 2004/SSDI)(info. for Harlan sent in by researcher)


HEINRICH SCHWARTZ

HELPLESS SEVEN YEARS.
Wm. Schwartz, Who Died Today, Had Been Bedridden That Long.
Death today brought to a close a life that in its latter years had been marked 
by pathetic suffering. For seven years confined to his bed as the result of 
paralysis that left him helpless, William Schwartz must have welcomed the 
release which the messenger gave. Mr. Schwartz was one of the aged and well 
known residents of this city and had resided here for 36 years. He was a native 
of Germany and was born 66 years ago and came here immediately upon immigration 
to America. His health became affected seven years ago when he suffered a stroke 
of paralysis and since that time he has been stricken on several occasions, the 
last time being a week ago, an unusually severe stroke causing his death. Mr. 
Schwartz was twice married and is survived by nine children, four sons and five 
daughters, besides his wife. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon from the 
Lutheran church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, April 24, 1903  P.1
********
Death Fri. of 16th St. resident Heinrich Schwarz following a long illness,
at age 66. The deceased came here from Germany about 36 yrs. ago and has 
resided here ever since. 7 yrs. ago he suffered a stroke following which 
he has not been able to leave his bed. One must consider his death as a 
release. He is survived by his widow and 9 children. The funeral was held 
Sat. afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 30 Apr. 1903
*********
Henry Schwartz
birth: 19 December 1836 Germany
death: 24 April 1903 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1903 Manitowoc, Wis.
spouse: Anna
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*********
[cause: paralysis]


HERMAN SCHWARTZ

DEATH COMES AS RELIEF TO H. SCHWARTZ 
Herman Schwartz, aged 52, passed away at the family home, 721 South Sixteenth 
street, late yesterday afternoon, death being due to an illness from which he 
suffered the past two years. Death comes as a messenger of relief to him.
Born February 15, 1871, Mr. Schwartz has been making his home here for a number 
of years, previous to his illness being employed as a watchman at the Goodrich 
company. 
Besides his widow, an aged mother at Milwaukee, three brothers and two sisters 
are left to mourn the death of Mr. Schwartz. They are: John of Shell Lake, Wis., 
Robert of Two Rivers; Albert of Rockford, Ill.; Mrs. Emma Luckow of Milwaukee, 
and Mrs. Minnie Schwerdtman of Chicago.
The funeral will be held from the family home on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock, 
the Rev. Recht officiating at the burial.
Manitowoc Herald News, August 16, 1924  P.2
*******
[bur 08-19-1924/cause: tuberculosis of lungs]
*******
(Herman John Schwartz/d. Aug. 15, 1924 age 53 yrs. 5 mo. 2 da./from burial
records of St. John's United Church of Christ)


IRWIN SCHWARTZ    (d. 1997)

Irwin Schwartz, age 67, of 1127 N. 5th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning, 
September 9, 1997, at his home.
A Memorial Service for family and friends is scheduled for Sunday, September 14, 
1997, at 4:30 p.m. at the Anshe Poale Zedek Synagogue, Manitowoc. Cantor Jeff 
Conn will officiate. Private graveside services have taken place at Evergreen 
Cemetery with Rabbi Edward Rettig officiating.
Irwin Schwartz was born in Manitowoc July 9, 1930, son of the late Meyer and 
Rivian Korn Schwartz. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1948 and attended 
the University of Wisconsin until 1951, when he enlisted in the United States 
Navy. He served aboard the U.S.S. Des Moines and was stationed in North Africa. 
Upon his discharge in January, 1955, he joined his family's business at the 
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry. He married the former Diane Kraft on August 21, 1956, 
in Milwaukee. The past 20 years he served as president of the Wisconsin Aluminum 
Foundry.
He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife, Diane; his three daughters and 
sons-in-law, Rivian and Jim Hatt, Manitowoc, Laurie and Brian Herzog, Grayslake, 
Ill., Robin and Kory Brockman, Manitowoc; five granddaughters; one sister and 
brother-in-law, Jo and Sam Perlson, Milwaukee; his mother-in-law, Norma Kraft, 
Manitowoc. He is also survived by aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Irwin loved his family, friends, the Foundry, and golf. In lieu of flowers, memorials 
would be appreciated to Family Services Lakeshore, Manitowoc Public Library Foundation 
or the American Cancer Society.
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Services, Manitowoc, is serving the family.
The family expresses their appreciation to Dr. Andrew Yetter for his warmth and support.
Herald Times Reporter, September 10, 1997 P. A2


JOHN SCHWARTZ    [d. 1944]

John Schwartz, 88, retired painter, died Sunday noon at his home, 1205 Manila 
street, after a lingering illness.
The body was removed to the Pfeffer funeral home where funeral services will 
be held at 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon in charge of the Rev. Carl Hagen of the 
Wesley Methodist church. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Schwartz was born in Germany on Feb. 19, 1856, and came to America when he 
was 20 years old. He was employed for many years by the American Seating company 
as a painter. He took as his bride in 1895 Albertina Lorenz, who survives with 
one stepdaughter, Mrs. Emma Kull, two stepsons, Charles and Oscar Lorenz, all 
of Manitowoc and four grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 23, 1944  P. 2
********
[John Schwartz/d. 10-22-1944/age 88 yrs./cause: senility]


JOSEPH SCHWARTZ    (d. 1904)

John Schwartz(sic), aged 60, died at St. Mary's Hospital Sunday 
morning from the effects of a fall. His former home was in Two 
Rivers. No relatives survive. The body was interred at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Pilot, May 19, 1904 
********
[age 74 yrs./cause: cancer of the intestine]
********
Joseph Schwartz
birth: 15 December 1829 Bohemia
death: 15 May 1904 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1904 Manitowoc
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
Joseph Schwartz
Wisconsin Death Index
Name Joseph Schwartz
Event Type Death
Event Date 15 May 1904
Event Place Manitowoc, Wisconsin
"Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907," database, FamilySearch
Joseph Schwartz, 15 May 1904 
*******
[age 74 yrs./cause: cancer of the intestine]


JUNE SCHWARTZ

June Schwartz, of 614 New York Avenue, Manitowoc, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 30, 
2003.
Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 2004, at First 
Presbyterian Church, 502 N. 8th St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Christopher Schwab will 
officiate. A reception in the Fellowship Hall will follow the memorial service.
Mrs. Schwartz was born on June 21, 1912, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Victor 
and Henrietta Trastek. She graduated from Lincoln High School and received her 
Bachelor of Science degree from Stout State College and taught Home Economics.
June married Adolph Schwartz in 1937. June was very active in her church as a 
Deacon and taught Sunday School for many years. Over the years June was a very 
loving, kind and generous giver. She enjoyed gardening, bridge, crafty ladies 
at church, the Thalia Club, volunteered for many organizations and always spread 
kindness to people she met. June's pride and joy was her family and was a devoted 
and loving mother and grandmother.
Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law: Virginia (Ginger) and Bill Nelson 
Stevens Point, Marilyn McGill, New Berlin; daughter-in-law: Clara Schwartz, Mauston; 
six grandsons and a granddaughter: Bill Nelson, Stevens Point, Bob (Dana) Nelson, 
Plover, Brian (Connie) Nelson, Rockford, Ill., Jason (Amy) McGill, Sheboygan, Stacy 
McGill, New Berlin, Tom (Dawn) Schwartz, Mauston, Tim (Dawn) Schwartz, Mauston; 
great grandchildren: Bobby Nelson, Stevens Point, Klairice and Allison Schwartz, 
Mauston, Annika June McGill, Sheboygan; a brother and a sister-in-law: Victor and 
Joyce Trastek, Manitowoc; a sister: Madel Smith, San Antonio, Texas; and nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents, June is preceded in death by her loving husband, Adolph 
Schwartz; a son, Tom Schwartz; son-in-law; Steve McGill and a sister, Loris Moss.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in June's name.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc is serving the Schwartz Family.
Herald Times Reporter, January 1, 2004  P. A3 


LETA SCHWARTZ

A 6-mo. old child of Washington St. resident Hermann Schwartz died yesterday of
convulsions.
Der Nord Westen, 18 Apr. 1901
*****
Deaths of a Week:
Leta Schwartz, the six-months daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Schwartz, died.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, April 18, 1901 pg. 1


MICHAEL SCHWARTZ

Michael Schwartz, age 58, of 1313 Berge Ave., Manitowoc, died Thursday afternoon, 
March 1, 2001, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Private Graveside Services are scheduled for Monday, March 5, 2001, at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Rabbi Sidney Vineburg will officiate. Relatives and friends 
may gather on Monday, March 5, 2001, at the Holiday Inn in Manitowoc, from 
4-7 p.m.
Michael was born December 30, 1942, at Manitowoc, son of Isadore Schwartz and the 
late Ann Jacobson Schwartz. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1961 and 
attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison graduating in 1966 from the Milwaukee 
School of Engineering with a Bachelors of Science Degree and Industrial Management. 
He was a member of the United States Army Reserves from 1956-1972. Michael started 
his employment with Wisconsin Aluminum foundry in 1966, and for the past 3 1/2 years 
he served as president of Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry. He was married to the former 
Sandy O'Leske on April 30, 1989, at Manitowoc. He is a member of Anshe Poale Zedek 
Synagogue, Manitowoc and the American Foundry Society.
Survivors include his wife, Sandy, Manitowoc; his father, Isadore, Manitowoc; one 
daughter, Traci Schwartz, Milwaukee; one sister, Carol Schwartz, Milwaukee; one step 
daughter, Brenda Funaro, St. Petersburg, Fla.; his father-in-law and Mother-in-law, 
Norman and Lois O'Leske, Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law, 
Kristine and David Thomley, Montello, Wis., Barbara Swiggum, Manitowoc and her special 
friend, Jason Smolka. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ann Jacobson Schwartz.
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated for the Manitowoc-Two Rivers YMCA, 
The American Cancer Society, Anshe Poale Zedek Synagogue, or the charity of the 
donors choice.
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Services, Manitowoc is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, March 3, 2001 P. A3


RUDOLPH O. SCHWARTZ

Atty. Rudolph O. Schwartz, 73, of 939 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, died Monday 
evening, February 22, 1988 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Private family 
graveside services will be Wednesday at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. A 
memorial service will be held 3 pm Sunday at A.P.Z. Synagogue, Manitowoc, 
with Rabbi Mayor Relles.
Atty. Schwartz was born May 23, 1914 at Manitowoc, son of the late Abraham and 
Martha Stein Schwartz. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 
1932. He attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated from the University of 
Wisconsin in 1936 and Law School in 1938. He was a World War II veteran, serving 
as a Lieutenant in the United States Army. He married Carolyn Pinkus on June 11, 
1946 at Indianapolis, Indiana. The couple returned to Manitowoc to make their 
home. Atty. Schwartz was President of the American College of Probate Council 
from 1982-1983; Chairman of Real Property, Probate and Trust Section of the 
American Bar Association from 1975-1976; an elected member of the International 
Academy of Estate and Trust Law; Editor of and contributor to Volume on Probate 
in Mid Century Transitions, Taxation and Trends, the Most Significant Article in 
the Probate Field over a 40 year span, published by the American Bar Association; 
member of the A.P.Z. Synagogue; member of Congregation Saigon of Milwaukee; member 
B-nai Brith; former President of the Manitowoc Chapter of Rotary International; 
former President of Manitowoc Memorial Hospital in 1953; member of Manitowoc 
Masonic Lodge No. 65 and member of the Manitowoc-Two Rivers Shrine club.
Survivors include his wife, Carolyn; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Richard and 
Joyce Schwartz of Chevy Chase, Maryland and Victor Schwartz of Madison; four brothers 
and three sisters-in-law, Bernard and Helen Schwartz, Isadore and Ann Schwartz and 
Milton and Bess Schwartz, all of Manitowoc and Lester Schwartz of Ripon; two 
grandchildren, Eric and Sara. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Meyer and 
Harvey and a sister, Ann.
There will be no visitation. Jens Funeral Home and Crematory, Manitowoc, assisted 
the family with arrangements. Memorials may be made to Memorial Hospital, the 
University of Wisconsin Cancer Clinic or the donor’s choice.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Feb. 23, 1988 page 12


RUTH SCHWARTZ

Mrs. William A. (Ruth) Schwartz, 74 of 1125 N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died 
early Saturday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had 
been a patient for the past two months.
Private funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Klein & Stangel 
Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 11 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. Leo Schmitt officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schwartz, nee Ruth Hover, was born Nov. 17, 1895, at Sioux Falls, S.D., 
a daughter of the late Alex and Anna Bohlman Hoyer. When she was a child the 
family brought her to Manitowoc. She was married July 7, 1919, to William A. 
Schwartz, retired partner in the fomer Shimek & Schwartz Furniture Co. of 
Manitowoc.
Besides her husband she leaves a sister, Mrs. O.F. Herman, of Manitowoc.
Memorial services will be at 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. The casket 
will remain closed.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 9, 1970
********
[age 74 yrs./wife of Wm. A. Schwartz]


WILLIAM SCHWARTZ    (d. 1987)

William A. Schwartz, 93, of 1125 N. 9th Street, Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
evening, February 11, 1987 at his residence. Funeral services will be 10 am 
Saturday at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will 
officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Schwartz was born May 5, 1893 at Manitowoc, son of the late William D. and 
Anna Radl Schwartz. He married the former Ruth Hoyer on July 7, 1919 at Manitowoc. 
She preceded him in death May 9, 1970. Mr. Schwartz was a former Manitowoc 
Funeral Director and a partner in The Shimek and Schwartz Furniture Company. 
Survivors include four sisters and a brother-in-law, Mrs. Elizabeth Walker of 
Milwaukee, Mrs. Luella Kolnhofer of Milwaukee, Mrs. Stephen (Lillian) Kacynski 
of Manitowoc and Mrs. Grace O'Conner of Manitowoc; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Orlando 
(Jeanette) Herman of Manitowoc and nieces and nephews also survive. He was 
preceded in death by a brother and two sisters.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, from 5 pm 
to 8 pm this Friday. Memorial will be held at 7 pm conducted by Deacon Donald 
Schneider.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Feb. 13, 1987 page 17
*******
[widower of Ruth Schwartz]


ARNOLD W. SCHWARZ SR

Arnold W. Schwarz Sr., 75, 214 N. Sixth St., Manitowoc, died early Monday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at First Lutheran Chapel, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. George J. Knudson officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Schwarz was born Jan. 3, 1892, in Sheboygan, son of the late William and 
Amelia Borchers Schwarz. July 27, 1929, he married Mabel Grun at Racine and 
they came to Manitowoc. He was a flyer and airport manager, and later operated 
Manitowoc Fish Market, Manitowoc Distributing Co. and Arnie’s Car Wash.
Surviving are his wife; a son, Arnold Jr., of Manitowoc; a brother, William, 
of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Meta White and Mrs. Frank Palmer, of Manitowoc 
and three grandchildren.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and after 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the chapel.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 4, 1967  P.37 
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[d. 03-06-1967/age 75 yrs.]
(03 Jan 1892/Mar 1967/SSDI)


BERNARD E. SCHWARZ

Bernard E. Schwarz, age 71, a resident of Harmony Group Home, Manitowoc, and 
formerly of 824 York Street, Manitowoc, died on Friday, August 7, 1998, at the 
Harmony Group Home.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 11, 1998, at 11 a.m. at First 
German Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Military graveside rites will be accorded 
Mr. Schwarz by Otto-Oas VFW Post #659.
Bernard was born on October 17, 1926, in Manitowoc, Wis., son of William H. 
Schwarz and the late Louise Rehme Schwarz. He attended Lincoln High School and 
then entered the United States Marine Corps serving overseas during World War II. 
Bernard was employed as a master boat builder, with Schwarz Marine Company, the 
family business in Two Rivers, for many years until his retirement. He married 
Jacqueline Nickels, February 6, 1951, in Dubuque, Iowa. Bernard was a member of 
Otto Oas VFW Post, #659 and First German Ev. Lutheran Church. In his free time 
enjoyed boating on Lake Michigan.
Survivors include his father and step-mother William and Helen Schwarz, Two 
Rivers; four children, Carl "Chuck" (Virginia "Ginger") Schwarz, Richard (Laura) 
Schwarz, all of Manitowoc, John (Corrine) Schwarz, Two Rivers, Michael (Diane) 
Schwarz, rural Manitowoc; a brother, Robert (Ilene) Schwarz, Manitowoc; a sister-
in-law, Betty Schwarz, Walled Lake, Michigan; Also (sic) 13 grandchildren, nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceeded in death by his mother 
and a brother, William Schwarz.
Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Monday, 5-8 
p.m. and Tuesday at First German Ev. Lutheran Church, 10 a.m. until the time of 
services at 11 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, August 8, 1998 P. 2


ELSA M.D. SCHWARZ

Schwartz   (sic)
birth: 31 October 1894 Manitowoc,
death: 24 February 1895 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: Joe Schwartz
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[age 3 mo./cause: spinal bifida]


LOUISE SCHWARZ

Mrs. Louise Schwarz, 58, 410 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Friday evening at 
the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, of a cerebral hemorrhage.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born Louise Rehme, Feb. 8, 1900, daughter of the late August and 
Catherine Rexrod Rehme.
Mrs. Schwarz was a member of the Veterans Auxiliary, Royal Neighbors and 
Germania Society.
Survivors include three sons, William of Detroit, Robert and Bernard of 
Manitowoc; two brothers, Albert and Frederick of Manitowoc; sister, Mrs. 
Anna Schmitt of Manitowoc, and 6 grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Sunday until the hour 
of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 8, 1958  P.9 
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[d. 11-07-1958/age 58 yrs./bur. on Robert A. Schwarz lot]


MABEL J. SCHWARZ

Mrs. Mabel J. Schwarz, 88, a resident of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, formerly of 
Manito Manor, Manitowoc, died Saturday morning, February 27, 1988 at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am Tuesday at Reinbold Pfeffer 
Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home. Rev. Bruce W. Hanstedt will officiate with 
burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schwarz was born June 2, 1899 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Philip and 
Julia Strouf Grun. She grew up and was educated in Manitowoc, residing here all 
her life. She married Arnold W. Schwarz Sr., on July 27, 1929 at Racine, Wisconsin. 
He preceded her in death March 6, 1967. Mrs. Schwarz was a member of First Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Arnold and Mary Schwarz of Manitowoc; 
two daughters, Mabel and Edna Mae Jacox; a sister, Charlotte Lesperance of Lorain, 
Ohio; three grandchildren, Mary and her husband, Paul Menges, Randy Schwarz and 
Cheryl and her husband, Jay Goodman; six great grandchildren; nieces, nephews and 
cousins survive. She was preceded in death by three brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei State Street Chapel, 6 pm 
to 9 pm Monday and Tuesday until the hour of service. Memorials would be appreciated 
to the donor's choice.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Feb. 28, 1988 page 16
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[widow of Arnold W. Schwarz Sr.]


MARY J. SCHWARZ

Mary Jane Schwarz, age 73, a Manitowoc resident, died Friday, May 28, 2004 at 
Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2004 at First Lutheran 
Church, 521 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Steven Olson will officiate with 
burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mary Jane was born Aug. 19, 1930 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Ralph and 
Leila McAllister Manney. She grew up and was educated in Manitowoc and graduated 
from Lincoln High School with the class of 1949. She was a member of First 
Lutheran Church. Mary Jane enjoyed her family, traveling, the Mapleview Resort 
at Conover, was an avid fisherman and followed the Packers and Brewers.
Survivors include her husband: Arnold, Manitowoc; their children: Mary Lynn 
(Paul G. “Butch”) Menges, Manitowoc; Randy Schwarz, Green Bay; Cheryl Ann Goodman, 
Manitowoc; eight grandchildren: Trina, Rachael, Andrea and Michael Menges; Derek, 
Shana, Aaron and Sophi; her brother: Wallace (Dolly) Manney, Two Rivers; other 
relatives and friends and her favorite pet, Oreo.
Relatives and friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, May 31, 2004 at Reinbold 
& Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St. , Manitowoc, and on Tuesday from 
10 a.m. at First Lutheran Church to the time of service at 11 a.m.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the Schwarz 
family.
Herald Times Reporter, May 29, 2004  P. A3
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Mary Jane Schwarz, age 73, a Manitowoc resident, died Friday, May 28, 2004 at 
Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2004 at First Lutheran 
Church, 521 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Steven Olson will offiicate with 
burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
Relatives and friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, May 31, 2004 at Reinbold 
& Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St., Manitowoc, and on Tuesday from 10 
a.m. at First Lutheran Church to the time of service at 11 a.m.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the Schwarz 
family.
Herald Times Reporter, May 30, 2004


W. DORA MARIA SCHWARZ

From Der Nord Westen, 02 Aug. 1894:
Death on Sat., 28 July of Mrs. Minna Schwarz, wife of Johann Schwarz, 
a resident on the south city limits. The deceased was 32 yrs. 7 mo. 16 
days of age, and died of consumption. Her birth date was 12 Dec. 1861. 
The funeral was Tues. and conducted by Pastor Machmueller of the local 
Lutheran congregation.
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Minna Schwarz
birth: 12 December 1861 Manitowoc, Wis.
death: 28 July 1894 Manitowoc, Wisconsin
father: Johann Rath
spouse: Johann Schwarz
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[Minna Schwarz/bur. 08-28-1894/age 32 yrs./cause: consumption]


EMMA SCHWARZENBART

Mrs. Fred Schwartzenbart, 1219 Washington Street, died Sunday afternoon at the 
hospital where she had been a patient following an operation for appendicitis. 
She was 55 years of age. Her husband is also in failing health having been ill 
since January. The maiden name of the deceased was Emma Schmidt. She was born 
at English lake and was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Schmidt. She was 
married to Mr. Schwartzenbart January 8, 1898 and after a years' residence in 
Ripon moved to this city and Mr. Schwartzenbart established the Manitowoc 
Bottling Works. Besides the husband, one son, Fred Jr., of this city, a daughter, 
Mrs. Rudolph Geimer, Two Rivers road; a brother, Louis Schmidt of this city, 
five sisters, Mrs. Meta Ansorge and Mrs. Herman Sieselhorst, city, Mrs. Henry 
Ewalt, Haven, Mrs. Jacob Boehringer of Loyal, Wis., Mrs. Wm Vogelsang, Landers, 
Wyoming survive. 
Funeral services were held on Wednesday afternoon from the family home with 
interment at Evergreen Cemetery. Rev. Koeninger of the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran church officiated.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 23, 1931
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Emma Schmidt Schwarzenbart (v.26 p.387)
Wife of Fred Schwarzenbart
Dec. 25, 1875-April 19, 1931
Daughter of Fred Schmidt and Wilhelmina (both born Germany)
Born Town of Liberty
Died from “peritonitis –gangrenous appendix –appendectomy, April 19
Buried at Evergreen Cemetery, City of Manitowoc
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[Emma Schmidt Schwarzenbart/bur. 4-22-1931/age 55 yrs/
cause: peritonitis/bur. on Fred Schwarzenbart lot]


FRED SCHWARZENBART    (d. 1934)

Fred Schwarzenbart, 57, Dies of Heart Attack
IN SOFT DRINK BUSINESS HERE FOR 35 YEARS
Retired Manufacturer Is Found Dead In Chair; Funeral Will Be Wednesday
Fred Schwarzenbart, 57, for more than 35 years engaged in the soft drink 
manufacturing business in Manitowoc, died suddenly of a heart attack Sunday 
night in his chair at the window of his Washington street home as he watched 
the evening crowds pass on the street. 
His lifeless body was found by the police after they were summoned to the 
home by phone. Less than an hour before Mr. Schwarzenbart had spoken in 
cheering tones with his son Fred Jr. who visited him at 7 p.m. 
Word from two little girls who noted Mr. Schwarzenbart did not wave back to 
them as was his custom when they passed the window of the home at 1219 
Washington street last evening led to investigation which resulted in the 
finding of the body. They ran to the Park Drug store and notified Walter 
Gerbinsky of their fears. He called the police and Officer Tulach responded. 
He notified Dr. Gerald Rau, coroner, who decided that there would be no 
inquest.
Retired Life 
For the past three years the deceased lived a retired life. The Manitowoc 
Bottling works, which he founded in 1898 is now being conducted by his son. 
Since the death of his wife three years ago he has continued to make his home 
alone at the Washington street address. 
(Line underinked and unreadable) in this city 57 years ago and made his home 
here except for two years spent at Ripon. He was educated in the schools of 
the city and when a young man entered the employ of his father, Peter 
Schwarzenbart, pioneer soft drink manufacturer in the city. In 1896 he went to 
Ripon to establish his own business there.
In 1898 Mr. Schwarzenbart returned to Manitowoc and founded the Manitowoc 
Bottling works.
Wife is Dead
He was married 37 years ago to Miss Emma Schmidt of this city. She died three 
years ago.
Mr. Schwarzenbart was a member of the Eagles lodge which will attend the funeral 
in a body.
Survivors are a son Fred Jr., a daughter, Mrs. Rudolph Geimer of Route 2, 
Maribel, two sisters, Mrs. Joseph Schmidt and Mrs. Louis Rank, both of this 
city, and five grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the home 1219 Washington 
street with interment at Evergreen cemetery. The Rev. D. G. Ristad will 
officiate. The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home tonight and will 
be taken to the home Tuesday morning.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 14, 1934  P.2
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[bur. 5-16-1934/age 57 yr/cause: acute cardiac dilation]


FRED L. SCHWARZENBART    (d. 1962)

Fred L. Schwarzenbart, 63, of 1614 S. 13th St., Manitowoc, died early Friday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. Paul H. Running officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born Oct. 11, 1898, at Ripon, son of the late Fred and Emma Schmitt 
Schwarzenbart. He came to Manitowoc as a boy and attended Manitowoc Public 
Schools. He was a graduate of the old West Side High School in 1916. He was 
a veteran of World War I, serving as a private in the United States Army. 
He married Lillian R. Mally Sept. 5, 1922, at Manitowoc. Prior to his semi-
retirement in 1954 he owned and operated the Manitowoc Bottling Works for 
30 years. He was a member of Drews-Bleser American Legion Post 88 and a 
member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.
Among survivors are his wife, two sons, Frederick and Donald of Manitowoc; 
two daughters, Mrs. William Price of Lancaster, Calif., and Miss Anne of 
Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Rudolph Giemer of Cooperstown and nine grand-
children. A son, William, preceded him in death in 1947.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Graveside military 
rites will be conducted by the American Legion Post.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 6, 1962  P.13
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[d. 07-06-1962/age 63 yrs.]


HERMAN SCHWARZENBART

H. SCHWARTZENBART (sic) DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS
Herman Schwartzenbart, well known resident of the city and who 
conducted a pop factory on Franklin street for years, succeeding 
in his late father, who was the pioneer pop manufacturer of the 
city, died this afternoon aged 44. Mr. Schwartzenbart had been 
confined to his home since last December and ten days ago suffered 
a stroke of paralysis which caused his death. 
He was a native of this city, having been born here and as a young 
man was associated with his father in business. A widow and three 
children survive him. Funeral arrangements have not been made.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, May 10, 1918, Page 8
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The funeral of the late Herman Schwartzenbart will be held from 
the late home on Franklin street Sunday afternoon and interment 
will be at Evergreen. 
Mr. Schwartzenbart was born in this city July 13, 1874 and had 
always made his home here. Besides his wife and three children, 
he is survived by one brother, Fred, and three sisters, Mrs. 
Charles Stephani, Mrs. Joseph Schmidt and Mrs Louis Rank all of 
this city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, May 11, 1918, Page 3
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Herman Schwartzenbart, who has been ill for several months, 
suffered a stroke of paralysis yesterday and his condition is 
reported serious.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, May 7, 1918  p.3
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[bur. 05-12-1918/cause: cerebral hemorrhage]
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STEAL MARCH ON FRIENDS
Southside Couple Wed Under Special Permit
Herman Schwartzenbarth(sic) and Miss Mary Engelbrecht, a well known Southside 
couple were married Thursday evening under a special permit granted by probate 
court and with the aid of the special dispensation, fooled their friends, who 
have been anticipating the event for two weeks and had planned a serenade. Mr. 
Schwartzenbarth is a pop manufacturer on Franklin Street and his bride a well 
known young lady of the city. They will take up their home on the Southside 
upon return from a honeymoon trip. Judge Falge officiated at the ceremony.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., Oct. 2, 1908


LILLIAN SCHWARZENBART

Mrs. Lillian R. Schwarzenbart, 87, of River Hills Apartments, 1500 N. Third St., 
Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon, August 14, 1987 at her residence. Funeral 
services will be 10:30 am Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 am at St. 
Andrew Catholic church, Manitowoc. The Rev. James Stamborski will officiate at 
the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Schwarzenbart, nee Lillian Ruth Mally, was born March 20, 1900 at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Frank and Theresa Groehsl Mally. She was a lifelong Manitowoc 
resident. She was married to Frederick Schwarzenbart Sr., September 5, 1922 at St. 
Boniface Catholic Church. He preceded her in death July 6, 1963. Mrs. Schwarzenbart 
was a member of St. Andrew Parish and The American Legion Auxiliary.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Frederick and Doris Schwarzenbart 
of Manitowoc; Donald and Mary Schwarzenbart of Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin; two 
daughters and a son-in-law, Marjorie Price of Irvine, California and Anne and 
Richard Karman of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Anna Weisner of Manitowoc and Miss 
Eleanor Mally of Sheboygan; 20 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by four brothers, three sisters and a son-in-law, William Price.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 9 am Wednesday. There 
will be no Tuesday evening visitation.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Aug. 17, 1987 page 14
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[d. 08-16-1987/age 87 yrs./widow of Fred L. Schwarzenbart]


PETER SCHWARZENBART    (d. 1901)

Death Mon. of a 1-1/2 yr. old child of Mr. F. Schwarzenbart 
here from convulsions. The burial was yesterday.
Der Nord Westen, 12 Sep. 1901
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DEATH CALLS ONE MORE
Another of City's Pioneer Business men Finishes His Life
One more pioneer of the city's business life has joined the increasing majority 
in death, Peter Schwarzenbart, pioneer pop manufacturer, having been summoned 
late Thursday after an illness that had made him helpless for two months. Mr. 
Schwarzenhart came to the city 58 years ago as a boy of 18 and for forty years 
has been engaged in business. Two sons and three daughters survive being, Mrs. 
Charles Stephani, Mrs. Joseph Schmidt, Mrs. Louis Rank and Herman and Fred 
Schwartzenhart, all of this city. The funeral will be held Sunday at ??.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mar. 26, 1909 page 1
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[Peter Schwarzenbart/bur. 09-10-1901/age 1 mo./cause: meningitis/he 
is buried on the Fred Schwarzenbart lot next to Emma & Fred ]


PETER SCHWARZENBART    (d. 1909)

Death Thursday afternoon last week, following a long illness, of 
Peter Schwarzenbart, one of the best known residents of our city. 
Mr. Schwarzenbart was born 76 years ago not far from Trier in the 
Prussian Rhine Province and came to Manitowoc in the late 60’s. He 
established a soda water factory here which he operated with great 
success for many years until he retired and turned it over to his 
son Hermann and a son-in-law Charles Stephani. He is survived by 2 
sons and 3 daughters. The funeral was conducted Sunday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 01 Apr. 1909
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Peter Schwartzenbart(sic), a pioneer soda water manufacturer of this city, 
died at his home here Friday after an illness extending over two months. Mr. 
Schwarzenbart came to the city fifty-eight years ago and has been engaged in 
business here for more than forty years. He was 76 years of age. Two sons and 
three daughters all living in the city survive. The funeral was held Sunday 
afternoon interment being at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, April 1, 1909
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[cause: apoplexy]


WILLIAM SCHWARZENBART

Explosion Burns Fatal 
Schwarzenbart Is Dead Here
Youth Injured as Sewer Gas at Tavern Explodes
First, second and third degree burns suffered by William Schwarzenbart, 18, 
son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schwarzenbart of 1614 South 13th street, when a 
basement explosion shook the Sherman’s Bar, Tenth and Commercial streets, 
late Monday afternoon, proved fatal to the young man.
He died at the Holy Family hospital shortly after 6 o’clock this morning.
Schwarzenbart, employed by his father, owner of the Manitowoc Bottling Works, 
was delivering a cylindrical pressure drum to the bar basement and lit a 
match to find the light switch. There was an instant flash of blue flame 
enveloping the stunned and retreating Schwarzenbart, who staggered up the 
basement steps on to Tenth street, his clothing in flames from head to foot.
The injured youth rolled in the grass alongside the curb to extinguish the 
flames and was assisted to a blanket brought by bystanders and later taken 
to the hospital in the ambulance.
Probe Cause of Blast 
Cause of the blast that shook the tavern, operated by Sherman Pankratz, was 
still undetermined today. Fire Chief John Gaedke, who answered the call, 
said it was probably due to escaping sewer gas in a basement pipe. There is 
a sewer pipe protruding up from the dirt and brick floor, according to 
officers.
The force of the blast heaved the floor of the tavern in front of the bar up 
three or four feet, shattered windows in the two story brick building, 
loosened plaster from the wall and blew out a glass door leading to one of 
the basement rooms. There was no fire after the first flash of blue flame 
from the explosion.
Sergeant William McConnell and Officer Ben Muchowski talked with Schwarzenbart 
at the hospital before he lost consciousness. He said he had stepped only a 
couple of feet inside the basement door on the Tenth street side and put down 
the metal drum to find the light switch. It was dark, he said, so he struck a 
match.
Flame Pours Out of Door 
A sheet of flame followed, he said, and he groped his way back through the 
door and up the steps with his clothing aflame. 
Elmer Dunkle of route 4, Manitowoc, who was driving along South Tenth street 
at the time, told police that he heard an ex-…
(Cont. on page 2, Col. 6)  EXPLOSION BURNS FATAL TO YOUTH (Cont. from Page 1)
…plosion and saw a sheet of blue flame pour out of the door and a moment later 
Schwarzenbart came staggering up the steps, his clothing aflame. Dunkle said 
he stopped his car and ran to the assistance of the stricken youth who by this 
time had started to roll in the grass to put out his burning clothing.
Coroner Theodore Teitgen said this afternoon that an inquest will be held…
Funeral services for Schwarzenbart will be held at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at the 
Pfeffer funeral home and at 9 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Catholic church, the Rev. 
Henry Letz officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. 
Wednesday. The casket will not be opened. The rosary will be recited at 7:30 
p.m. Wednesday.
William Schwartzenbart was born July 12, 1929, in Manitowoc. He was graduated 
from St. Andrew’s Catholic grade school, attended Washington junior high school 
and graduated from Lincoln high school in 1947.
Survivors are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schwarzenbart; two brothers, 
Fred Jr. and Donald; two sisters, Marjorie and Anne.
He was a member of the Eagles and the Junior Holy Name society to St. Andrew’s 
church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 5, 1947  P. 2
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[d. 08-05-1947/age 18 yrs./son of Fred Schwarzenbart Jr.]