ANITA STICHERT

Anita W. Stichert, age 84, a Manitowoc resident, entered into eternal life on 
Monday, Sept. 20, 2010, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Anita was born on Nov. 22, 1925, in Alhambra, Calif., to the late Louis and 
Bertha Hoffman. On June 5, 1947, Anita married Harvey Stichert in LaSalle, Ill. 
Harvey preceded her in death on Dec. 14, 1980. She was employed with Northern 
Labs for over 10 years. Anita enjoyed spending her time quilting and traveling. 
She was a member of the Manitowoc Senior Center. Anita was an active member of 
First Reformed United Church of Christ where she participated in Snip n' Sew 
and the Ladies Guild.
Survivors include her five children: Jeffrey Stichert, Nokomis, Fla.; Gary (Nancy) 
Stichert, Casper, Wyo.; Randy (Cindy) Stichert, Manitowoc; Pam (Jeff) Gloeckler, 
Green Bay; and Robert Stichert, Milwaukee; two grandchildren: Neil (Samia) 
Stichert and Mark Stichert ; and two great-grandchildren: Lauren and Miranda 
Stichert.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral 
Home, N. 11th and St. Clair street, Manitowoc, on Thursday, Sept. 23, 2010, from 
4 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 6 p.m. The Rev. Richard Runge 
will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen cemetery. Online condolences 
can be made at www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com.
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 21, 2010


BERNHARD STIEDE

Death of Bernhardt Stiede during Sun. night. He had been ill for quite some
time and was admitted to St. Mary’s Hospital where his death took place. He was
born in 1803 and it is said that he has a son living in Chicago.
Der Nord Westen, 24 Feb. 1887
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(Note: From cem. office - We have no record of when he was buried. It appears 
the burial was not recorded until years later. Hence, we may have gotten the 
year of death from the marker, so I would think the newspaper is probably more 
accurate in this case.


MARTHA STIEDE

Death of Mrs. Martha Stiede last Sat. morning about 3am.
Der Nord Westen, 13 Feb. 1879
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[bur. 02-05-1879/age 58 yrs.]


ALICE M. STIEFVATER

Mrs. Alice M. Stiefvater, 85, a former Manitowoc resident, died Tuesday in Family 
Heritage Nursing Home, Schofield, Wis.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday in Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 a.m. 
in Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. A grandson, the Rev. Robert X. 
Stiefvater will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stiefvater, nee Alice M. Greis, was born April 28, 1892 in Manitowoc County, 
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Greis. She was married to Robert X. 
Stiefvater Sept. 30, 1914 in Greenwood, Wis. The couple resided in Manitowoc 
after marriage. Mr. Stiefvater preceded her in death in 1952. Mrs. Stiefvater 
had taught school prior to her marriage and was a member of Third Order of St. 
Francis and Catholic Women's Club.
Survivors include two sons, Eugene Stiefvater of Wauwatosa and Robert Stiefvater 
of Green Bay; three daughters, Mrs. Vivian Roberts of Wausau, Mrs. John (Alice) 
O'Brien of Schofield and Sister Carol Stiefvater of Chicago; a sister, Mrs. 
Katherine Lindner of Greenwood, 25 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Friends may call in Pfeffer Funeral Home 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday.
Herald Times Reporter, November 30, 1977 P. 3
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[d. at Schofield WI/widow of Robert X. Stiefvater]


GEORGE STIEFVATER

George Stiefvater, 65, of 302 N. 17th St., Milwaukee, died Friday morning at 
Milwaukee Hospital
Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Monday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The Rev. Claude LeClair will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Stiefvater was born Dec. 13, 1898, at St. Nazianz, son of the late John and 
Catherine Platten Stiefvater. He attended St. Gregory Parochial School in the 
village and in recent years had been fireman-engineer at Milwaukee Children's 
Hospital. He never married.
Surviving are two brothers, Richard, of Glendive, Mont., and Edward, of Mishawaka, 
Ind., and two sisters, Miss Mary Stiefvater and Mrs. John Griesbach, of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be 
recited at 8 p.m.
Two Rivers Reporter, December 27, 1963 P. M-11
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Funeral services for George Stiefvater, 65, who died Friday at Milwaukee, were 
at 9:45 am Monday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc and at 10 am at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church. The Rev. Claude LeClair officiated and burial was in 
Evergreen Cemetery. Pallbearers were Lawrence, John and Richard Stiefvater, 
Elmer Silbersack, Ira Klabunde and Irving Johnson.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, Jan. 2, 1964 page 22
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[d. 12-27-1963 at Milwaukee WI/age 65 yrs.]


MARY K. STIEFVATER

Miss Mary Stiefvater, 84, of 606A Chicago St., Manitowoc, was found dead in 
her apartment Wednesday. Death was due to an apparent heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Mittnacht Funeral Home and 
at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Claude Le 
Clair will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Stiefvater was born March 29, 1884, at St. Nazianz, daughter of the late 
John and Catherine Binversie Stiefvater, and she was educated at St. Gregory 
parochial school. She worked at Mirro Aluminum Co. until retirement in 1949. 
She was a 50 year member of the Third Order of St. Francis, an honorary member 
of the Catholic Women’s Club, and the Rosary Society of Sacred Heart Church.
Survivors are a brother, Edward, of Mishawaka, Ind., and nieces and nephews. 
Five brothers and two sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where at 8 p.m. 
members of the three organizations will recite the Rosary.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 5, 1968  P.11


ROBERT X. STIEFVATER

R. X. Stiefvater, Friend of Scounts, Dies at Age of 63 
Robert X. Stiefvater, 63, of 1859 Michigan Ave., purchasing agent of the 
Aluminum Goods Company, and prominent in Boy Scout work for many years, died 
Thursday night at his home. He has been seriously ill the past three weeks.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home and at 9 o’clock at Holy Innocents Church. The Rev. E. A. Radey 
will officiate and interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Stiefvater was born in Little Falls Minn., in 1889, son of the late Mr. 
and Mrs. Charles Stiefvater. In 1913 he came to this city and took a position 
in the shipping room of the Aluminum Goods Company, continuing with the company 
in various capacities for 39 years.
Succeeded Vits 
He advanced to automotive sales manager and then manager of priorities and 
allocations department. In 1951 he was named purchasing gent, succeeding 
Henry R. Vits, resigned. 
Mr. Stiefvater’s chief civic interest was in Boy Scout work. During the years 
of service with the Boy Scout Council he served in various posts from committee-
man to council president. In 1936 he was awarded the Silver Beaver by scout 
leaders, at a banquet at the Elks club. At his death he was a member of the 
National Executive Committee of the Boy Scouts of America.
His other affiliations included membership in the Knights of Columbus, Holy Name 
Society of Holy Innocents congregation, the Elks, and the Wisconsin Purchasing 
Agents Association.
Wife Survives 
In 1914 he married Miss Alice Gries at Greenwood, Wis. She survives with three 
daughters, Miss Vivian at home, Mrs. John O’Brien of La Crosse and Sister Mary 
Matthey, a teacher in Chicago parochial schools; two sons, Gene of Milwaukee 
and Robert J. of Green Bay; two brothers, Joseph of Salem, S. D., and Edward of 
Port Washington; five sisters, Mrs. Nick Winkel of Port Washington, Mrs. Chris 
Scharenbrock of Sheboygan, Mrs. Arthur Hatfield of Alhambra, Calif., Mr. Harold 
Van de Hey of Baldwin Park, Calif., Miss Gertrude Stiefvater of Milwaukee; and 
eight grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after Sunday noon. The rosary will be 
recited by the Knights of Columbus at 3 p.m. and by the Holy Name Society at 
8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 10, 1952  P.2
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[d. 10-09-1952/age 63 yrs.]


DOROTHY STIEGHORST

Mrs. Jacob Stieghorst, 75, of Sheboygan, a former Manitowoc resident, died 
Thursday afternoon at the Sheboygan Memorial Hospital, following a short 
illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the St. Mark Lutheran 
Church in Sheboygan. The Rev. Louis Huber will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc.
She was born Dorothy Feuerpfeil in Manitowoc in 1877, daughter of the late 
Mr. and Mrs. William Feuerpfeil. In 1904 she was married to Mr. Stieghorst 
and they located at Sheboygan.
Survivors are the husband; sons, Fred of Sheboygan; two sisters, Mrs. W. H. 
Schlegelmilch of Manitowoc and Mrs. A. F. Amling of Los Angeles; four grand-
children and several nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at the Ballhorn Funeral Home, Sheboygan, after Sunday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 6, 1953  P.14
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[d. 03-05-1953 at Sheboygan, WI/age 75 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Dorothea Stieghorst lot]


JACOB STIEGHORST

Jacob Stieghorst, 73, of 2419 N. 11th St., a retired Sheboygan furrier, died 
suddenly Friday morning of a heart ailment.
Born in this city, Jan. 7, 1882, he lived with his family in the Town of Mosel 
near Ada as a boy, attending district school there.
On June 7, 1903, he married the former Dorothea Feuerpfeil of Sheboygan. The 
couple made its home in this city where Mr. Stieghorst was employed for many 
years as a furrier by the W.F. Sachsse Sons Co., on N. 8th Street. 
Since the death of his wife, March 5, 1953, he had been residing at the local 
home of his only son, Fred.
He was an active member of St. Mark Lutheran Church, having served that congre-
gation as trustee for several terms. He was also a charter member of the American 
Luther Association.
Only survivors, in addition to the son, Fred, are four grandchildren.
Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Ballhorn Funeral Chapels with 
the Rev. Louis Huber, pastor of St. Mark Church, officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels from Sunday noon.
Sheboygan Press, April 23, 1955  P.6
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[d. 04-22-1955 at Sheboygan, WI/age 73 yrs./cause: acute coronary occlusion/
bur. on Mrs. Dorothea Stieghorst lot]


ALICE STINES

Mrs. Alice Stines, 69, died at 3:30 o'clock Monday afternoon at her home, 
905 S. 26th street, after an illness of three months.
She was born in this city Dec. 12, 1868 and made her home here all her 
life. Her maiden name was Alice Horn. She was married to George Stines 48 
years ago. Mr. Steines died about 30 years ago.
One son, Charles, New York city, one brother, Albert Horn of Abbotsford, 
Wis., one sister, Mrs. Andrew Erickson, Route 4, and one niece, Mrs. Edward 
Aumann, city, survive.
The body is a Vogelsand fuenral home. Funeral arrangements will be announced 
Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 3, 1938 P.2
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Funeral services were held at the Vogelsang funeral home this afternoon for 
Mrs. Alice Stines. The services were conducted by the Rev. Victor T. Nearhoof, 
pastor of St. Paul's M.E. church. Burial took place in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, May 5, 1938 P.2
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[bur. 05-05-1938/age 69 yrs./cause: myocarditis]


ELMER STINES

DEATH COMES AS RELIEF TO ELMER STINES 
Death came yesterday as a relief from the long years of suffering of Elmer 
Stines, who passed away at his home, 950 South Twenty-Sixth street, at 6:15 
p.m. 
Mr. Stines had been in poor health and unable to work for the last six years, 
and his death was caused by complications resulting from an attack of 
pneumonia and pleurisy which he suffered some time ago.
Born in Manitowoc twenty-nine years ago, the young man for some time conducted 
a farm on the River road, but moved to Manitowoc seven years ago. He had been 
making his home with his mother, Mrs. Alice Stines.
Besides his mother he leaves a brother, Charles Stines of New York.
The funeral will be held at Evergreen chapel Friday afternoon, with interment 
in Evergreen cemetery. The Rev. A. R. E. Schreiber will officiate.
Manitowoc Herald News, September 5, 1923  P.11
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[bur 09-07-1923/cause: nephritis/bur on Alice Stines lot]


MAYME T. STINSKI

Mrs. Mayme T. Stinski, 77, of 1445 N. 7th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning, 
Sept. 30, at Family Heritage Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home and 
11:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian 
Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Daniel J. Felton and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stinski was born Sept. 25, 1905, in the Town of Franklin, Manitowoc County, 
daughter of the late Albert and Mary Wanish Tisler. She grew up in the Town of 
Franklin, attending local schools there, and in later years resided at Manitowoc 
and Menasha, Wis. 
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Herbert and Patricia Pfeffer of 
Excelsior, Minn.; a sister and two brothers-in-law, Alvina and Joseph Duckart, 
and Charles Sauer of Manitowoc; four grandchildren, Steven, Jay and Mark Pfeffer 
of Minneapolis, Minn., and Lisa Roden of Eau Claire, Wis., nieces and nephews. 
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Stinski of Menasha; her first 
husband, Herbert C. Pfeffer of Manitowoc; a brother, Edward Tisler, and two 
sisters, Anna Holzschuh and Julia Sauer.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 5 o'clock to 8 o'clock 
this Friday evening where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 o'clock by Deacon 
Paul Kiefer.
Herald Times Reporter, October 1, 1982  P. 3
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[d. 30 Sept 1982/age 77 yrs/X wife of Herbert C. Pfeffer/bur. on Mrs. Herbert C. 
Pfeffer lot]


HENRY STINSON

Henry Stinson, 70, died early Monday morning at the Fair Hills Convalescent 
Home in Maribel, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Stinson was born in 1881 in Deerbrook, Wis., and came to Manitowoc in 1910. 
Prior to his retirement 10 years ago, he was employed at the Manitowoc 
Shipbuilding Company.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Pelham O. Holmes of Fort Belvoir, Va., two sons, 
Everett and Thomas of Manitowoc; sister, Mrs. Will Roberts of Medford, Wis., 
and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 14, 1952  P.2
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[bur. 01-16-1952/age 70 yrs.]


LENORE M. STINSON

Mrs. Lenore M. Stinson, age 47, of 1114 Grand Avenue, Manitowoc, Wis., died 
unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 25, 2001, at Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. at Jens 
Family funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Jim Barnes will officiate with burial to 
follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Lenore was born December 9, 1953, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Mark B. 
Mecha, Sr. and Gertrude A. Plautz Mecha. Lenore grew up and attended local 
schools in Manitowoc and lived here all of her life. She married Thomas J. 
Stinson on October 9, 1971 at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church in 
Manitowoc. She worked for the last 12 years for both Super 8 Motel and 
ServiceMaster of the Lakeshore. She enjoyed her children and grandchildren 
along with her various hobbies.
Survivors include her husband, Thomas; one son and daughter-in-law, Thomas H. 
and Peggy Stinson of Mishicot, Wis.; one daughter and son-in-law, Roseann and 
Mario Mora of San Antonio, Texas; three grandchildren, Mario Mora Jr. and 
Anthony Mora both of San Antonio, Texas, and Reggie Stinson of Mishicot; one 
brother, Mark B. Mecha Jr. of Manitowoc. Wis. Other cousins, relatives and 
friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, 
Zandra Rose Mecha.
Relatives and friends may call at the Jens Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, on 
Saturday, April 28, 2001, from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 1:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, April 27, 2001 P. A10


ANNA STIPEK

Mrs. Joseph Stipek, 83, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, died unexpectedly Thursday 
afternoon at home.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Saur Funeral Home, 
Kellnersville. The Rev. John Haen will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stipek, nee Anna Havlinek, was born March 9, 1889, in the Town of 
Kossuth, daughter of the late Joseph and Dorothy Havlovitz Havlinek. She 
was married to Joseph Stipek Nov. 16, 1915. They farmed in the Town of 
Kossuth.
Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Mrs. Lawrence (Verna) Stelzer Sr., 
of Rt. 2, Cato; a brother, Frank, of Two Rivers; eight grandchildren and eight 
great grandchildren. A brother, two sisters, and a granddaughter preceded her 
in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 o'clock this Friday evening until 
the time of service Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 28, 1972
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[d. 04-27-1972/age 83 yrs./wife of Joseph Stipek]


ANTON STIPEK

Anton Stipek, 84?, of 1821 Michigan Ave., Manitowoc, died Wednesday afternoon 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc.
The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. Graveside military rites will be conducted by American Legion Drews-
Bleser Post, Manitowoc.
Mr. Stipek was born Nov. 10, 1894, in the Town of Kossuth, Manitowoc County, son 
of the late Joseph and Josephine Bai Stipek. He married the former Christina 
Havlinek June 1, 1920, at Manitowoc, where the couple located. He was first 
employed by Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., and then the past 38 years worked as 
a contractor and builder. Mr. Stipek was a carpenter for 50 years and because 
of his affiliation with the American Legion he donated his services and 
constructed the Legion building at Manitowoc County Fairgrounds. He was a veteran 
of World War I serving from 1918 to 1919 with Co. M. Third Battalion, IRTC. Mr. 
Stipek was a member of the Manitowoc Eagles Aerie 706 Izaak Walton League, 
Manitowoc Fish and Game, American Legion Post 88, 40 et 8, Master Builders Assn. 
and a member of the 25-Year Club of the American Legion.
Survivors include the wife, a son, Louis of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Charles R. 
(Gladyce) Robinson of Manitowoc; a brother, Joseph of Rt. 1, Whitelaw; a sister, 
Mrs. Joseph Cizek of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 8, 1959  P.21
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[d. 10-07-1959/age 64 yrs.]


CHRISTINA STIPEK

Mrs. Anton Stipek, 70, of 1821 Michigan Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc. She has been ill several months and had been 
hospitalized a day.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Robin E. Butler will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Stipek, the former Christina Havlinek, was born July 15, 1894, at Reifs 
Mills, daughter of the late Joseph and Dorothy Havlowitz Havlinek. She was 
married June 1, 1920, to Anton Stipek at Manitowoc and the couple always resided 
here where Mr. Stipek was a carpenter-contractor. Mr. Stipek died in 1959.
She was a member of the Senior Citizens Club, American Legion Auxiliary and the 
Silver Anniversary Club of the American Legion.
Surviving are a son, Louis, and a daughter, Mrs. Charles R. (Gladyce) Robinson, 
of Manitowoc, two brothers, Frank, of Two Rivers and Adolph of Reifs Mills, a 
sister, Mrs. Joseph Stipek, of Branch and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 7, 1965  P.11
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[d. 07-07-1965/age 70 yrs./widow of Anton Stipek]


JOSEPH J. STIPEK

Joseph J. Stipek, 86, a former Route 1, Whitelaw resident, died Tuesday morning 
in Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday 
in Saur Funeral home, Kellnersville. The Rev. John Haen will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Stipek was born January 31, 1892 in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late Mr. 
and Mrs. Joseph Stipek. He married Anna Havlinek November 16, 1915 and the couple 
farmed in the Town of Kossuth. He was a member of Western Fraternal Life 
Association (CZBJ) Lodge No. 20 of Melnik. Mrs. Stipek preceded him in death 
April 27, 1972.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Lawrence (Verna) Stelzer Sr., of route 1, Cato; 
six grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. A brother, four sisters a granddaughter 
and a grandson preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday until 
the time of service. A prayer service will be at 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 9, 1978 page 3


LOUIS STIPEK

Louis Stipek, age 82, of 858 N. 18th St., Manitowoc, died Monday, May 1, 2006, 
at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. 
He was born Aug. 28, 1923, in Manitowoc, son of the late Anton and Christina 
(Havlinek) Stipek. Louis was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, and 
also served in the U.S. Navy from March 27, 1943, to Feb. 6, 1946. On May 18, 
1948, he married the former Mae Mleziva in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death 
April 3, 1992. Louis was self-employed as a carpenter for many years. He was a 
40-year member of Eagles Aerie 706, a 60-year member of American Legion Post 88, 
Wisconsin Czechs, Inc. and a former member of the City of Manitowoc Building 
Board of Appeals. Louis enjoyed playing sheepshead. 
Survivors include a son: Gerald Stipek, Manitowoc; a daughter: Rose Marie Stipek, 
Kimberly; a sister and brother-in-law: Gladys and Charles (Bob) Robinson, 
Manitowoc; three brothers-in-law: Loddie Mleziva and his wife, JoAnn, Green Bay; 
Edward Mleziva, Pilsen; Harvey Mleziva and his wife, Mary, Pilsen; and a sister-
in-law: Claire Mleziva, Denmark. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
also survive. He was also preceded in death by three brothers-in-law: Dr. Bernard; 
Joseph and his wife, Lucille; and John Mleziva; and two sisters-in-law: Helen 
Fidler and her husband, Clarence; and Eva Mleziva. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation 
Care Center, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Thursday, May 4, 2006, until the time of 
service at 11 a.m. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 4, 2006, 
at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon 
Bob Beehner with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in his name. 
Herald Times Reporter, May 2006 


MAE A. STIPEK

Mae A. Stipek, age 78, of 858 North 18th Street, Manitowoc, died early Friday 
morning, April 3, 1992, at her residence.
Funeral services will be held Monday, 9:30 a.m., at the Pfeffer Funeral Home 
and 10 a.m. at the Holy Innocents Catholic Church in Manitowoc. Presiding the 
Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Gerald Foley with burial to follow 
in the Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born October 24, 1912 in Pilsen, Kewaunee County, Wis., daughter of 
Margaret Buresh Mleziva and the late John Mleziva. She married Louis Stipek on 
May 18, 1948 in Manitowoc and was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 
88 of Manitowoc and the Holy Innocents Christian Women.
Survivors include her husband, Louis Stipek of Manitowoc; a son, Gerald Stipek 
of Manitowoc; a daughter, Rose Marie Stipek of Kimberly; her mother, Margaret 
Mleziva of Kewaunee; four brothers and three sisters-in-law, Dr. Bernard and 
Claire Mleziva of Denmark, Edward Mleziva of Pilsen, Harvey and Mary Mleziva 
of Pilsen, Loddie and JoAnne Mleziva of Green Bay; one sister, Helen Fidler of 
Maribel; one sister-in-law, Lucille Mleziva of Mishicot; one sister-in-law and 
brother-in-law, Gladys and Charles (Bob) Robinson of Manitowoc. Also surviving 
are many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death 
by her father, John Mleziva; two brothers, Joseph and John; one sister-in-law, 
Eva Mleziva and one brother-in-law, Clarence Fidler.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home Sunday evening from 3:30 p.m. until 
8:30 p.m. A prayer service will be held on Sunday at 8 p.m. led by Deacon Don 
Schneider.
Herald Times Reporter, April 4, 1992 P. B8


ROSE STIPEK

Rose M. Stipek, age 62, a resident of Kimberly, died Friday, January 16, 2015 
at St. Paul Elder Services in Kaukauna.
Rose was born on May 25, 1952 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Louis and 
Mayme (Mleziva) Stipek. She was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School 
with the class of 1970. Rose went on to receive her Bachelors Degree from UW 
Stevens Point in 1974 and later received her Masters Degree from UW Eau Claire. 
She was a business teacher at West Bend High School, Cambria Friesland High 
School and also taught at Little Chute High School for 32 years. Rose coached 
JV Basketball and JV Volleyball. Later when she was done coaching, she refereed 
for volleyball, did scoring for basketball and also did stats for the football 
team. Rose was a member of the WIAA Officials Association and the Mendota 
Gridiron Club, a lifetime member of the Wisconsin Business Education Teachers 
Association and also a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Kimberly. She 
also enjoyed traveling and attended many Badger football games and other Badger 
sports.
Survivors include one brother: Gerald Stipek, Manitowoc; and three aunts: Joanne 
Mleziva, Green Bay, Claire Mleziva, Denmark, and Mary Mleziva, Luxemburg. Cousins, 
other relatives and many friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her 
parents Louis and Mayme Stipek. 
Cremation has occurred at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, and Funeral 
Services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at St. Francis 
of Assisi on Waldo (1121 North 14th Street), Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass 
of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Rene Balbero with burial of her cremated 
remains to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at St. 
Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:45 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family askes that memorials be made in Rose's name to be 
put towards a future scholarship for Little Chute High School.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home and All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff at Fox Valley 
Oncology and St. Paul Elder Services for all the care and compassion shown to Rose 
and her family. They would also like to thank Marilyn and Mary for all the help given 
to Rose.


GLADYS (HAMEL) STIPPICK

Mrs. Gladys Stippick, 87, a former Manitowoc resident, now resided at Vienna, 
Va., died Wednesday, April 22, at Fairfax Hospital, Falls Church, Va.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 
a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Zimmer will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stippick, nee Gladys Hamel, was born Nov. 15, 1893, at Ashland, Wis., 
daughter of the late Joseph and Victoria Racine Hamel. She was married to Joseph 
Stippick in 1913 at Waukegan, Ill. He preceded her in death in March of 1933.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Peggy and Karl Kalassay of McLean, 
Va., six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death 
by a son, John, two sisters and two brothers.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 9 a.m. Wednesday until the time of 
services.
Herald Times Reporter, April 27, 1981 P. 3
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[d. 22 April 1981, Fairfax, VA/age 87 yrs/widow of Joseph M. Stippick]


JOSEPH M. STIPPICK

Body of Joseph Stippick Discovered in Hotel 
WAS HEAD OF UTILITY PLANT IN MANITOWOC 
Former W. P. S. C. Manager In This District Used Bathrobe Cord 
Joseph M. Stippick, 42, for a number of years district manager in this territory 
for the Wisconsin Public Service corporation, but who left Manitowoc for 
Minneapolis two years ago, ended his life Friday in his room at the Hotel 
Wisconsin at Milwaukee. His body was found hanging in the room when his brother-
in-law, A. J. Hamel, Milwaukee, called at the hotel to see him.
Milwaukee reports today said that financial worries had unbalanced Mr. Stippick’s 
mind and caused him to end his life. Hamel told the police that Mr. Stippick had 
called him on the phone from the hotel yesterday morning asking him to come down 
to his room to see him. When Hamel reached the hotel he found the dead body of his 
relative hanging in the room. Mr. Stippick had used the cord of his bathrobe. 
The remains of the deceased are being brought to this city for burial. 
Many Friends 
News of the death of Mr. Stippick was a distinct shock to his many friends in 
Manitowoc. When he left Manitowoc in the fall of 1930 the deceased located first 
at Minneapolis, where he took a position with the Federal Electric company there. 
However, his new position did not prove to his liking and he entered the garage 
and filling station business for himself at St. Paul.
When he came to this city to become district manager for the Wisconsin Public 
Service corporation, Mr. Stippick had filled similar positions with the same 
organization at Saxon Falls, Chilton and Green Bay. He served as contact man for 
the company in the dealings of the service corporation with the city councils of 
Manitowoc and Two Rivers, and had personal supervision of the operation of the 
bus lines here and between this city and Two Rivers, which at that time were 
operated by the company.
While a resident here he was affiliated with the Masonic lodge, the Kiwanis club 
and the Manitowoc lodge of Elks.
Married Local Girl 
The deceased was married 20 years ago at Milwaukee to Miss Gladys Hamel of this 
city, who survives him, with a son, John, 18, and a daughter, Peggy Jane, 13. 
There are also two brothers, Harry and George Stippick, both residents of 
Milwaukee. 
Mr. Stippick had gone to Milwaukee from St. Paul on Thursday on a business trip 
and had registered at the Hotel Wisconsin there at 5 p.m. that day.
Funeral services will be held from the Frazier mortuary Monday afternoon, under 
Masonic auspices. Interment will be at Evergreen cemetery.
The remains arrived here this afternoon from Milwaukee, and may be viewed at the 
Frazier mortuary up to the time of the funeral. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 4, 1933  P.4
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[bur. 03-06-1933/age 41 yrs/died at Milwaukee, WI cause: suicide by hanging/
bur. on Gladys Stippeck lot]


ANTON STIRN

Mr. Anton Stirn, whose wife's death we chronicled in our last issue died last 
Thursday, and was buried on Sunday. Thus within one week, father and mother 
have been torn from the little children. Deceased was a brother of Mr. Frank 
Stirn, and a brother in-law of Mr. Geo. Pankratz.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, May 1, 1883 P.1
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Anton Stirn of Manitowoc Rapids, brother of Frank Stirn of this city, died
at his home on Thursday last.  His wife died just two weeks before.  A
family of five children are left, the youngest only two weeks old.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday,  May 3, 1883
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Der Nord Westen, 27 Apr. 1883
Mr. Anton Stern(sic), whose wife was buried last Sat. died this morning at 7 a.m.
********
Anton was the brother of Francis Stirn who lived in Manitowoc and was listed as a 
book keeper in the census of 1900. 
Their sister, Anne Stirn, was one year older than Francis and emigrated with the 
brothers from Bohemia in 1852. She married Friedrich Drumm and they lived and 
farmed in the Rapids section. They had several children.
Anton’s son, Frank Edward Stirn, was the Post Master of Colgate Station from 1903 
until his death. His wife Elfrieda Sales (or Saeles previously changed from 
Salesky or Salesty—the correct spelling is still not clear) continued as Post 
Mistress until 1966. 
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


BERTHA STIRN

Death from a heart attack late Saturday night of 63-year old Mrs. Bertha Stirn,
wife of Frank Stirn here. Mrs. Stirn, who until now had always been healthy,
complained of feeling unwell Saturday evening and while taking a bath fell from 
the tub to the floor… Mr. Stirn made her comfortable and remained with her until 
both fell asleep. He awakened at 3 a.m. with the terrible discovery that his wife 
was dead at his side. Dr. Meany was called and could only verify that she had 
been dead about 2 hours. The couple had no children. She is survived by her 
husband as well as 2 brothers -Hermann Eckhardt in Gibson, and Fred Eckhardt in 
Park Falls. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 11 June 1908 
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MRS. FRANK STIRN DIES SUDDENLY
Attack of Heart Trouble Proves Fatal Within a Few Hours
A sudden attack of illness Saturday night caused the death of Mrs. Frank Stirn 
within a few hours, her demise being due to heart failure. Mrs. Stirn complained 
of feeling ill and when she was preparing for a bath before retiring, she was 
seized by faintness and fell to the floor. Recovering, she requested Mr. Stirn, 
who was with her, to permit her to rest on the floor and pillows were secured 
to make her comfortable. Mr. Stirn remained with his wife and fell asleep to 
awaken later and find Mrs. Stirn dead. Dr. Meany, who was summoned said that 
death had occurred two hours previously. The sudden death of Mrs. Stirn was a 
great shock to friends of the family. During the day she had been at work in 
the garden and yard and was in apparent good health.
Mrs. Stirn, who had been a resident of Manitowoc since the 50's when she came 
here with her family from Milwaukee where they located upon arrival in this 
country from Germany, was 62 years of age and was married in 1865 having resided 
in the city continously since. Though having no children of her own, Mr. and Mrs. 
Stirn reared a family of five adopted children, all of whom, with Mr. Stirn 
survive. Two brothers also survive, one Her Eckhardt being a resident of Gibson, 
this county and the other, Fred, residing at Park Falls, Wis. Mrs. Stirn was a 
woman whose goodness of heart had endeared her to a large circle of friends who 
will sincerely mourn her death. Hers was a life given to the happiness of others 
and she reaped her reward in the realization of good deeds. The funeral will be 
held Tuesday afternoon from the home on N. Seventh Street. Mrs. Stirn was a 
member of the Lutheran church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., June 8, 1908
***********
Out of town relatives here to attend the Stirn funeral are as follows: Benjamin 
Eckhard and wife, Misses Minnie and Ida Stirn, Frank Stirn and Anton Stirn of 
Milwaukee; Adolph Eckhard and wife, Mishicott, Dr. A. D. Gibson, Fred Eckhardt, 
Park Falls, Herman Heinrichs and wife, Marinette, Herman and Edward Eckhardt, 
Gibson.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 10, 1908
*********
[cause: heart failure]


FRANCIS STIRN

FRANK STIRN, CIVIL WAR VET, FAILS TO SURVIVE ACCIDENT
STRUCK BY AUTO, SUFFERS FATAL INJURY TODAY
Skull Fractured As He Is Thrown To Pavement
Without having regained consciousness, Mr. Stirn died at the hospital
at 2:40 this afternoon.
Injuries, which it is feared will prove fatal, were sustained by Francis
M. Stirn, civil war veteran and pioneer resident of the city, when he 
fell on the pavement after being struck by an automobile on South Tenth
street this morning. Mr. Stirn was removed to the hospital where it was
found he had a fracture at the base of the skull and it was said by
physicians this afternoon that there was small hope for his recovery.
Owing to the advanced age of Mr. Stirn and his injuries, it is not
probable that an operation will be performed.
Driver Not Blamed
The accident happened on South Tenth street, near Jay and witnesses of
the mishap exonerate Mrs. George Koepke, driver of the car, from blame.
Mrs. Koepke was proceeding south on Tenth street and had turned out for
another car when Mr. Stirn, who was crossing the street, stepped into
the path of the Koepke car and was struck by the fender. He was thrown
to the pavement by the contact but the car did not pass over him. The
force of the fall, in which Mr. Stirn struck his head on the concrete
pavement, however, caused the injury which is most serious. Mrs. Koepke
was much overcome by the shock of the accident and is at her home under
the care of a physician.
Bystanders rushed to the assistance of Mr. Stirn and the ambulance was
called and the injured man removed to the hospital where examination
revealed that Mr. Stirn had suffered a fracture of the skull. He appeared
to have sustained but slight injury otherwise.
Injured Man is 82
Mr. Stirn, one of the best known residents of the city, is 82 years of
age but despite his advanced years was active and was about town daily.
For many years he was associated with the Kunz & Bleser company as book-
keeper but of recent years has lived a retired life. He is prominent in
G.A.R. circles and as a member of the Odd Fellows Order.
Mr. Stirn was a former chief of police of the city, having served in that
capacity for two years about twenty-six years ago. It was during his term
of office that Anton Trochlell, present chief, was named to the force.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, May 18, 1922  p.1
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FUNERAL OF LATE FRANK STIRN, SUNDAY
The funeral of Francis Stirn, Civil War veteran who died as result 
of injuries sustained when he was run down by an automobile, was 
held from the home on North Seventh street Sunday afternoon with 
the Chickerming Lodge No. 55 Independent Order of Odd Fellows, of 
which he had been a member for more than fifty years furnishing the 
active pall bearers, the American Legion the guard of honor and 
firing squad and the G.A.R. the honorary pall bearers. Services were 
in charge of the Odd Fellows and the Women's Relief Corps. The usual 
three volleys and taps were sounded. The funeral was largely attended. 
Flags on a number of the buildings about the city were flown at half 
mast in honor of Mr. Stirn.
J.S. Anderson delivered an eulogy in honor of the deceased.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, May 22, 1922 P.11
********
Frank Stirn celebrated his seventy-ninth birthday anniversary Tuesday, friends 
gathering to do honor to the occasion. When a young man, Mr. Stirn enlisted in 
Co. A, Fifth Wisconsin infantry, one of the first regiments organized in this 
state after war had been declared between north and south, serving during the 
entire period of hostilities. He is one of four members of the company still 
among the living. The others are J.S. Anderson of this city, John Gilbert of 
Valders and John Mill of Centerville, this county.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, August 20, 1920 P. 3
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A TRAGIC DEATH
Francis Stirn, aged 82, civil war veteran, died last Thursday afternoon from the 
results of injuries received when he was struck by an automobile. He stepped into 
the way of a car driven by Mrs. George Koepke near the corner of Jay and Tenth 
Streets and was thrown violently to the pavement. At the hospital it was learned 
that his skull was fractured and he soon died without gaining consciousness. 
Mr. Stirn was born in Bohemia and came to America and to Manitowoc in 1854 and 
has made his home here since. At the first call for troops his name headed the 
list of the first company organized in Manitowoc County, the date of his signing 
being April 19, 1861, four days after President Lincoln's first call for troops.
The company was mustered into the national service on July 10, 1861 at Madison as 
Co. A, Fifth Wisconsin and joined the Army of the Potomac. Mr. Stirn was in all 
the general engagements of the army of the Potomac until a severe would received 
at the storming of Mary's Height at Fredericksburg retired him from field service. 
He was discharged July 27, 1864 after over three years and three months of service.
For many years after the war, he was an accountant and served the city as chief 
of police in the administration of the late Thomas Torrison. He also served in 
various public positions of trust such as city assessor. Mr. Stirn was active in 
Odd Fellows circles and also in Grand Army affairs, having served as commander of 
the local post years ago. Prior to the fatal accident he was in good health, active 
and sound and appeared to be in condition to stay in the community for some years. 
He was popular with all classes and his tragic end sixty years after passing through 
three years of battle was a sad and deplorable ending. He was justly proud of his 
military record, but never in a braggert spirit and he never sought to capitalize 
it or live in its memories. He was a citizen and lived as independently and as self-
sustaining as if he had not served his nation in her days of desperate trial.
He is survived by his wife and a sister, Mrs. Fred Drumm of Milwaukee; also two 
step-sons, Joseph and John Topic. With his passing Judge J. S. Anderson is the sole 
local survivor of the first company of 116 young men who sailed from the old north 
pier one day in July, 1861 on the little steamer, Comet, to the cheers of the little 
community. Thirteen of them, including Mr. Stirn, gathered at Gettysburg on the 
fiftieth anniversary of the battle eleven years ago. The other five survivors are: 
John Gilbert, Valders and John Mill, Centerville in this county; Joseph Cox and W. C. 
Crocker, Milwaukee and Julius Enert of California.
The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the home with interment at Evergreen. 
There was a eulogy by Judge Anderson and taps and three honorary volleys by the 
American Legion squad over the casket draped with a tattered company flag as the 
remains of the gallant, ?? soldier of the Republic was laid to rest. Mrs. Minnie 
Stirn of Milwaukee, a niece of Mr. Stirn and who was reared in his household here, 
sent to Judge Anderson with a letter of thanks for and appreciation of his eulogy 
the following lines:
To the Old Boys of Company A
Tramp, tramp, tramp, the boys are marching, the comrades slowly pass by,
But their memory's always dear and their deeds we'll ever cheer,
While about their sacred tombs we love to stray.
Tramp, tramp, tramp the boys are marching, but their ranks are growing thin,
They're deserving of our care, 'ere they march for "over there",
Where their long and final bivouacs begin.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 25, 1922
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[bur 05-21-1922/cause: fractured skull/bur. on Frank Stirn lot]
(Also Edward F. Stirn)
********
FRANCIS STIRN CLAIMS BRIDE
Well Known North Side Man Weds Mrs. A. Topic
A secret from friends and members of the family even not advised of the plans of 
the couple, the announcement of the marriage of Francis Stirn and Mrs. A. Topic 
made today came as a complete surprise. The wedding was quietly solemnized as the 
home of the bride Monday evening by Justice Hubert Falge and Mr. Stirn and bride 
will immediately take up their residence in Mr. Stirn's home on N. Seventh Street. 
Both are well and favorably known, Mr. Stirn having for years been a trusted 
office employee of the Kunz and Bleser Brewing co. Mrs. Topic is the widow of the 
late A. Topic, formerly employed in the Dumke Shoe Shop.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mar. 15, 1910 page 1


IDA STIRN

Miss Ida Stern(sic), sister of Miss Bertha Stern and Stern Bros. Of Colgate, 
died in Milwaukee this week. The funeral took place Monday at Manitowoc.
Waukesha Freeman, Thursday, Feb. 8, 1912 page 3
*********
[cause: mania]


MARY STIRN    (d. 1883)

Anton Stirn's wife Mary (nee Seiler b. 10/26/1847 in Cincinnati) had given 
birth to their 5th child, Anton, on 4/11/1883 just a few days before her death 
on 4/18/1883.
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
*******
[Mrs. Anton] 


MARY STIRN    (d. 1934)

JOS. TOPIC’S MOTHER DIES 
Mrs. Mary Stirn, Widow of Civil War Veteran, Was 86 
Mrs. Mary Stirn, 86, widow of the late Francis Stirn, Civil war veteran, and 
mother of Joseph Topic of this city, died Wednesday at the home of her daughter, 
Mrs. ___ ___ at ___. She left Manitowoc about a year ago to make her home with 
Mrs. Weber. 
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the home of J. C. Topic, 
825 North 13th street. Interment will be at Evergreen.
The deceased whose maiden name was Mary Hrudtka was born in Bohemia and came to 
this country at an early age. She was married to Anton Topic. He died in 1898. 
In 1910 she married Francis Stirn, accountant at the Kunz-Bleser company and a 
Civil war veteran. He was fatally injured in an auto accident on a downtown 
street here May 18, 1922.
Mrs. Stirn continued to make her home on North Seventh street until last year. 
She was a member of the Women’ Relief Corps and the Eastern Star. 
Survivors are the two daughters, Mrs. J. A. Weber, Milwaukee, and Mrs. Oscar 
Jorsch, Chicago, three sons, Capt. Peter Topic and John Topic of Chicago and 
Joseph C. Topic of this city and one sister, Mrs. Herman Kaderabek of Sussex, 
Wis.
The body may be viewed at the Topic home from Friday afternoon until the hour 
of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 30, 1934  P.2
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[cause: cerebral hemorrhage/bur. on Mrs. Anna Topic lot]
********
FRANCIS STIRN CLAIMS BRIDE
Well Known North Side Man Weds Mrs. A. Topic
A secret from friends and members of the family even not advised of the plans of 
the couple, the announcement of the marriage of Francis Stirn and Mrs. A. Topic 
made today came as a complete surprise. The wedding was quietly solemnized as the 
home of the bride Monday evening by Justice Hubert Falge and Mr. Stirn and bride 
will immediately take up their residence in Mr. Stirn's home on N. Seventh Street. 
Both are well and favorably known, Mr. Stirn having for years been a trusted 
office employee of the Kunz and Bleser Brewing co. Mrs. Topic is the widow of the 
late A. Topic, formerly employed in the Dumke Shoe Shop.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mar. 15, 1910 page 1


MARY STOCHDALE

Mary F. Stochdale, age 76, of 3218 Memorial Drive, Two Rivers, died Thursday, 
November 7, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 9, 1996, at St. 
James Episcopal Church, Manitowoc. Officiating will be Rev. Samuel Hall with 
burial to take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born December 12, 1919, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and 
Clara Steffek Pekel. She was a co-owner of a laundry business in Manitowoc for 
25 years retiring in 1975. She married William Stochdale February 3, 1943, in 
Royal Oak, Mich.
Survivors include her husband, William, Two Rivers; one daughter and son-in-law, 
Mary Ann and Thomas Ward, Madison; one grandson, Scott, Appleton. She was preceded 
in death by her parents.
Friends may call at the St. James Episcopal Church from 9 a.m. on Saturday until 
the time of service at the church.
A memorial has been established in her name.
The Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 8, 1996 P. A2
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[wife of William/bur. on Joseph Pekel lot]


WILLIAM J. STOCHDALE

William (Tom) Stochdale, age 73, of 3218 Memorial Drive, Two Rivers, died Saturday, 
February 1, 1997, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
By his request there will be no Funeral Services and burial will take place at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born February 11, 1923, in Michigan, son of the late Emil E. and Mary L. 
Kunze. He served in the United States Coast Guard during World War II and was 
discharged in 1946. He married Mary Pekel on February 3, 1943, in Royal Oak, Mich. 
She preceded him in death in 1996. He was a co-owner of the North 9th Street Laundry, 
Manitowoc, for many years and later worked for Hydra Tool Company for 23 years, 
retiring in 1987.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Mary Ann and Thomas Ward, Madison; 
one grandchild, Scott Ward, Appleton. He is further survived by a very dear family 
friend, Carol Taicher. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary; two 
sisters, Hilda and Helen.
Memorials may be made to the Lakeshore Humane Society.
The Jens Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 4, 1997 P. A2
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[cremains/widower of Mary]


ALBERT STOCK

Albert F. Stock, __, of ___ S. 13th Street, Manitowoc, plant foreman at the 
Manitowoc Public Utilities, died unexpectedly of a heart attack late Wednesday 
afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Stock had been at the plant during the morning, came home for lunch and after 
returning to work felt ill and returned home. The Fire Department rescue squad 
was called and administered oxygen, removing the tank to the city ambulance 
when the patient was moved to the hospital. He died an hour later. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the first German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. L. H. Koeninger will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born Aug. 17, 1891, in Newton, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. August Stock, 
and came to Manitowoc in 1913. He was employed by the Wisconsin Public Service 
Corp., for eight years and since then had been with the public utilities, a plant 
foreman in recent year.
On Sept. 8?, 1915, he married Miss Jennie Daeke. She survives with a son, John, 
of Manitowoc; four sisters, Mrs. Clara Janning of Newton, Mrs. Emma Fehring and 
Mrs. Reuben Heise of Manitowoc and Mrs. Arthur Awe? of Owen, Wis., and two 
grandchildren, Patrick and Eileen Stock, of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Friday. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 25, 1955  P.23
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[d. 08-24-1955/age 64 yrs.]
*******
Stock-Daeke Marriage
Miss Jeanette Daeke and Mr. Albert Stock were married Wednesday evening of last 
week at the home of the bride's parents, 1201 Washington Street. Rev. George 
Grether performed the ceremony. The attendants were Mr. Adolph Mathews and Miss 
Carrie Sladky.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Christian Daeke and is a popular young 
lady of the southside. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. August Stock of Newton 
and is an employee of the J. G. Johnson Company.
After the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents, which 
the young couple left on a wedding trip to Chicago.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 16, 1915


ALVINA STOCK

Mrs. Alvina Stock, 88, widow of Arthur, a resident of Park Lawn Nursing Home 
in Manitowoc, died there Thursday evening. She was born Alvina Lenz on July 10, 
1887 in the Town of Liberty (Manitowoc County), a daughter of William and 
Henrietta Schwanz Lenz. She married Mr. Stock on October 29, 1913 in the Town 
of Liberty. The couple owned and operated a cheese factory there for 22 years. 
They moved to Manitwooc in 1933.
Mr. Stock was an insurance agent for the Heritage Insurance Co. of Sheboygan 
from 1932 until his death in 1974. She was a member of St. John United Church 
of Christ, Manitowoc. 
She is survived by nieces and nephews. Her parents, five brothers and three 
sisters preceded her in death.
Funeral services will be held at St. John United Church of Christ at 2 pm Monday, 
the Rev. Gerald Schrankler, Pastor, officiating. Friends may call at the Jens 
Funeral Home, 1122 S. 8th St., Manitowoc, after 4 pm Sunday until 11 am Monday 
and at the church from noon until the time of services. A memorial fund has been 
established in her name for the church.
Sheboygan Press, Fri., Jan. 23, 1976 page 8
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[widow of Arthur C. Stock]
********
Marriage of Arthur/Alvina Stock
At the Lutheran church at Liberty today, occurred the marriage of Miss Alvina, 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Lenz to Arthur Stock of Liberty.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., Oct. 29, 1913 


ARTHUR C. STOCK

Arthur C. Stock, 90, formerly of 1610 S. 13th St., Manitowoc, died Monday 
morning at Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. John United Church of
Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Stock was born April 16, 1884, at Centerville, son of the late Conrad and
Sophie Stockmeyer Stock. He married Alvina Lenz Oct. 29, 1913, in the Town of
Liberty. He owned and operated a cheese factory in the Town of Liberty for 22
years. He was secretary of Liberty Telephone Co. for 40 years and insurance
representative for Heritage Mutual Ins. Co. of Sheboygan from 1932 to 1974. 
Mr. and Mrs. Stock celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary in October of
1974.
Survivors include his wife, two brothers, Walter, of Newton and William of
Rt.1, Manitowoc, and 37 nieces and nephews. A brother and four sisters 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday
and at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service Thursday. The
casket will remain closed. Memorials may be made to St. John United Church
of Christ.
(No newspaper named, Oct. 1974 handwritten on the obituary)
********
[d. 11-04-1974/age 90 yrs.]
(16 Apr 1884/Nov 1974/SSDI)
********
Marriage of Arthur/Alvina Stock
At the Lutheran church at Liberty today, occurred the marriage of Miss Alvina, 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Lenz to Arthur Stock of Liberty.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., Oct. 29, 1913 


AUGUST STOCK

August Stock, 87, (photo), former Newton farmer, died Monday afternoon 
at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Emil Fehring of 627 North Ninth street, 
after a short illness.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday at the Grace Evangelical 
Lutheran church, the Rev. Dr. Henry Koch and the Rev. Waldimer Geischen 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Stock was born in Newton in 1860. Sixty-four years ago he married 
Wilhelmina Goeke and they settled on a farm in Newton where they resided 
until she died 18 years ago. He then lived with a daughter, Mrs. Clara 
Janing of route 1, Cleveland, until 1931. In 1935 he came to reside with 
Mrs. Fehring.
Mr. Stock served several terms on the town of Newton school board.
He is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Fehring, Mrs. Janing, Mrs. Arthur 
Awe of Owen, Wis., and Mrs. Reuben Heise of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren 
and five great grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from noon 
Thursday until 10 a.m. Friday when it may be viewed at the church until 
time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, June 3, 1947 P.2
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[died 06-02-1947/age 86 yrs]


EARL C. STOCK

Earl C. Stock, age 84, of 3115 Wildwood Drive, Manitowoc, died Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2007, 
at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc. 
He was born June 12, 1922, in Newton, son of the late Oscar and Viola (Otto) Stock. 
Earl was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during World War II with a tour in the 
Pacific. On April 25, 1942, he married the former June M. Kreil at First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on Aug. 6, 2003. 
Earl was employed as a milk truck driver in California, retiring after 36 years of 
employment. He was a member of the American Legion Drews Bleser Post 88 and AMVETS 
Post 99. Earl enjoyed playing cards. 
Survivors include a special friend: Bernett Lorfeld, a sister: Betty Lou Jacobs, 
and a sister-in-law: Grace Kreil, all of Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces, 
nephews, and many friends, especially those from the AMVETS Club.
He was preceded in death by a brother: Harold Stock, and his wife: Esther; and 
three brothers-in-law: Howard Jacobs; Harold Kreil; and Edward Kreil and his wife: 
Bernice. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2007, at First 
Reformed United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be 
Pastor Richard Runge, with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 
Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2007, until the time of service at 
11 a.m. 
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Earl's name. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 1, 2007


JENNIE D. STOCK

Mrs. Albert F. Stock, 70, died early Friday morning of a heart attack at her 
home, 1401 S. 13th St, Manitowoc, eight days after her husband died, also of 
a heart attack.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 pm. Saturday at the First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, the Rev L. H. Koeninger officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stock, the former Jennie Ducke, was born at Manitowoc on March 21, 1885, 
and was married to Albert F. Stock on Sept. 8, 1915.
She is survived by a son, John A. Stock, and two grandchildren, Patrick and 
Eileen Stock, of Manitowoc. Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, from 3 p.m. Friday until 10 a.m. Saturday when the casket will 
be moved to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 1, 1955  P.25
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[d. 09-01-1955/age 70 yrs./cause: coronary occlusion/bur. on Albert Stock lot]
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Stock-Daeke Marriage
Miss Jeanette Daeke and Mr. Albert Stock were married Wednesday evening of last 
week at the home of the bride's parents, 1201 Washington Street. Rev. George 
Grether performed the ceremony. The attendants were Mr. Adolph Mathews and Miss 
Carrie Sladky.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Christian Daeke and is a popular young 
lady of the southside. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. August Stock of Newton 
and is an employee of the J. G. Johnson Company.
After the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents, which 
the young couple left on a wedding trip to Chicago.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 16, 1915


JUNE MARTHA (KREIL) STOCK

June M. Stock, age 80, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, died Wednesday, 
Aug. 6, 2003 at the home. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 11, 2003 at First Reformed 
United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. 
Richard Runge with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
June was born Sept. 22, 1922 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Frank and Esther 
Folletz Kreil. She was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1940. 
On April 25, 1942, she married Earl C. Stock at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. June enjoyed playing cards, knitting and putting puzzles 
together. 
Survivors include her husband: Earl Stock, Manitowoc; one brother and three 
sisters-in-law: Harold and Grace Kreil, Bernice Kreil and Betty Lou Jacobs, all 
of Manitowoc; one brother-in-law: Harold Stock; nieces, nephews, other relatives 
and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by an infant sister: 
Esther Kreil; one brother: Edward Kreil; one sister-in-law: Esther Stock; one 
brother-in-law: Howard Jacobs; and a nephew: Kenneth Kreil. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ, Manitowoc, on Monday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 
11 a.m. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 2003


LUDENE C. STOCK

Ludene C. Stock, age 69, of 8416 Center Road, Newton, Wisconsin, entered eternal 
life late Monday evening, February 25, 2013 at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay, 
Wisconsin.
Ludene was born October 22, 1943 in Manitowoc. She was the daughter of the late 
Walter and Violet Potratz Sweetman. Ludene was a graduate of Lincoln High School 
with the class of 1962. In past years Ludene had been employed with Mirro Aluminum, 
was the manager of Stock's Supper Club and worked with her husband and sons doing 
clerical work at Stock Manufacturing Corporation. On September 3, 1966 she married 
Richard Stock at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Ludene was a member of the 
Newton Fireman's Auxiliary and enjoyed spending time at their cottage in Door 
County.
She is survived by her husband of 46 years: Richard; two sons and daughters-in-law: 
Dan and Donna Stock, Newton; David “Duff” and Jennifer Stock, Newton; two 
grandchildren: Josie and David; one brother and sister-in-law: Ronald and Audrey 
Sweetman, Sturgeon Bay, WI; special friends: Marilyn and Terry Tuschel, rural 
Manitowoc; nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends. She was preceded 
in death by her parents: Walter and Violet Sweetman…
Visitation for relatives and friends will be held Friday, March 1, 2013 from 5:00 
to 8:00 p.m. at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home. A private service for the 
family will be held Saturday morning, March 2, 2013 at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral 
Home with burial to take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Online condolences 
may be sent to the family at www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials in Ludene's name.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 27, Mar. 1, 2013


LYDIA STOCK

Mrs. William Stock, 83, formerly of Rt. 1, Newton, and who has lived at Park 
Lawn Home, Manitowoc, for the past two years, died early Wednesday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church, 
Town of Newton, the Rev. N. C. Hoeflinger officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stock, nee Lydia Dehne, was born Dec. 8, 1880, in Town of Centerville, 
daughter of the late Henry and Louise Heide Dehne.
She was married to Mr. Stock May 24, 1889, in the Town of Centerville and the 
couple farmed in the Town of Newton. She was a member of the Ladies Aid of the 
church.
Survivors are a brother, Peter Dehne, of Sheboygan, a sister, Mrs. Hulda Hintz, 
of Newton, and four grandchildren. Her husband, a son, a daughter, four brothers 
and four sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 p.m. 
Thursday until 10:30 a.m. Friday when the casket will be taken to church to lie 
in state until time of service.
Two Rivers Reporter, December 11, 1963  P. T-7 
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Funeral services for Mrs. William Stock, 83, formerly of Rural Newton, who had 
lived at the Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, for the past two years, were held 
Thursday at the Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church, Town of Newton. The Rev. N.C. 
Hoeflinger, pastor, officiating and burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stock, the former Lydia Dehne, was born Dec. 8, 1880 in the Town of 
Centerville, the daughter of the late Henry and Louise Dehne. She was married 
to William Stock May 24, 1897 in the Town of Centerville.
Survivors are a brother, Peter Dehne, Sheboygan; a sister, Mrs. Hulda Hintz, 
Newton and four grandchildren. Her husband, a son, a daughter and four brothers 
and four sisters preceded her in death.
Sheboygan Press, Mon., Dec. 16, 1963 page 2
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[widow of William Stock/bur. on Walter and Elsa Maurer lot]


MINNIE C. STOCK    (d. 1929)

COL PIONEER DIES AT HOME AT NEWTON, 69 
After an illness of a few weeks duration, Ms. August Stock of Newton passed 
away at her home Saturday.
The deceased was born in the town of Centerville sixty nine years ago. In 1833 
she married August Stock and the couple lived on a farm in Newton during their 
married life.
Besides her husband, Mrs. Stock is survived by four daughters, Mrs. John Janing, 
Centerville, Mrs. E. W. Fehring, Chicago, Mrs. Reuen Helse, Manitowoc, Mrs. 
William Funkel, Owen, Wis., one son, Albert and six grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Wednesday at one thirty o’clock from the home and at 
two o’clock from the Reformed church at Centerville with the Rev. Froneberg 
officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Stock was an active member of the Ladies Aid Society of the church. 
Manitowoc Herald News, June 24, 1929  P.13
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[Mrs. Wilhelmina/bur. 26 June 1929/age 68 yrs./cause: arterio sclerosis]


OTTO E. STOCK

Notes From Newton:
Last Saturday evening, April 1, 1911, Otto Stock quietly passed away 
from this world of sorrow and care to the great beyond. He was a son 
of Mr. and Mrs. August Stock of this town and was 20 years of age. 
He was sick only a short time, the sickness turning into inflammation 
of the brain which was the cause of his demise. The sad news of this 
young man's death cast a shadow of gloom over the community and every 
heart was touched with sympathy for the stricken ones from whose 
fireside the light has fled. The funeral was held from the German 
Reform church on the Town Line last Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, 
Rev. Kurtz officiating.
One less at home
The charmed circle broken 
a dear face missed day by day 
from its accustomed place,
But cleansed, and saved, and perfected by grace, 
One more in heaven.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 6, 1911  pg. 8
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[d. 4-1-1911/bur. in Evergreen 9-14-1927/place of death: Newton, WI/
cause: meningitis/removal from Newton/bur. on Albert Stock lot]


OSCAR H. STOCK

Oscar H. Stock, 90, a Manitowoc resident, died Saturday, Sept. 12, at St. Mary 
Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ. The Rev. Arthur H. Wille will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Stock, was born Oct. 21, 1890, in the Town of Centerville, Manitowoc County, 
son of the late Christian and Mary Stock. He married Viola Otto, Feb. 16, 1916, 
at Manitowoc. She preceded him in death April 29, 1980. Mr. Stock owned and 
operated the former Sunny Side cheese and butter factory at Newton from 1917 until 
1938. The couple moved to Manitowoc to reside in 1938. Mr. Stock was then self 
employed as a carpenter.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Earl and June Stock of Albany, 
Calif. and Harold and Ester Stock of Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Betty 
Lou and Howard Jacobs of Manitowoc; two brothers, Alvin Stock of Newton and Edwin 
Stock of Sheboygan; a sister, Mrs. Esther Dill of Manitowoc; six grandchildren and 
three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, Selma.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday and 
Tuesday morning until 11:30 a.m. and then at church from noon until the time of 
services.
Herald Times Reporter, September 13, 1981 P. 3 
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[widower of Viola Stock]


VIOLA (OTTO) STOCK

Mrs. Oscar (Viola) Stock, 82, a Manitowoc resident who now resided at St. Mary 
Home for the Aged, Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning, April 29, at the home.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Arthur H. Wille will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stock, nee viola Otto, was born April 4, 1898, in the Town of Newton, 
Manitowoc County, daughter of the late August and Annie Nagle Otto. She was 
married to Oscar H. Stock Feb. 16, 1918, at Manitowoc. The couple celebrated 
their golden wedding anniversry in 1966.
Survivors include her husband, Oscar; two sons and daughters-in-law, Earl and 
June Stock of Albany, Calif., and Harold and Ester Stock of Manitowoc; a 
daughter and son-in-law, Betty Lou and Howard Jacobs of Manitowoc; six grand-
children and three great grandchildren. A sister, Agnes, preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and 
Friday until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, April 30, 1980 P.3
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[wife of Oscar Stock]


WILLIAM STOCK

William H. Stock, 66, Newton farmer, died Sunday morning at the Holy Family 
hospital following a lingering illness. He submitted to an operation last 
Monday.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 3 p.m., from the Centerville Reformed 
church, the Rev. E. P. Nuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery 
here.
Mr. Stock was born in Newton and spent his life on the farm, a half-mile east of 
Newton station. In 1899 he married Miss Lydia Dehne. 
Survivors are the widow; daughter, Mrs. Walter Mauer of this city; brother, August, 
of this city; sister, Mrs. Christ Stock, of route 3, Manitowoc; and four grand-
children.
The body will be at the Leschke funeral home until Wednesday at 10 a.m. when it 
will be moved to the church. It may be viewed at the church until the hour of the 
services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 14, 1940  P. 2
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[d. 10-13-1940/age 66 yrs./bur. on Walter Maurer lot]


AUGUST F. STOCKMEIER

August Stockmeier, 82 (photo) of 1018 South 16th street, Manitowoc, died 
Tuesday afternoon at the Holy Family hospital, following a short illness. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Armin Roeckle will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Stockmeier was born in Newton in 1868 and in 1897 he married Miss Helena 
Wicke. For seven years they operated a farm in that town and then moved to 
Manitowoc, where he established a milk route. For the past 40 years, Mr. 
Stockmeier was employed at the Manitowoc Seed company, retiring in 1948. His 
wife died in 1942, since which time he had resided with his daughter, Mrs. Fred 
Kanter, at Manitowoc.
Survivors are a son, Paul of Manitowoc; daughter, Mrs. Kanter of Manitowoc; two 
brothers, Gustave of Newton and the Rev. Otto of Holgate, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. 
William Dehne of Oshkosh and Mrs. August Goeke of Greenwood, Wis.; two grand-
children and a great grandchild.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, Manitowoc, after Thursday 
noon. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 8, 1951  P.2
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[bur. 08-10-1951/age 82 yrs.]


EVELYN STOCKMEIER TOSTEN

Evelyn (Grandma ET) Tosten, age 89, a Manitowoc resident, died early Thursday 
morning, May 8, 2014 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc.
Evelyn was born December 31, 1924 to the late Eliza and Raymong O'Neil. She 
attended Manitowoc Schools and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1943. Her 
nickname was Peggy O'Neil. On January 17, 1947, Evelyn married Paul Stockmeier 
Jr. Evelyn and Paul enjoyed golfing together. He preceded her in death on 
August 28, 1970. Evelyn was employed by Sigman's Curtain Shop for many years. 
On July 1, 1972 she married Kenneth Tosten. They were married for 38 years. 
Evelyn and Kenneth spent many weekends at their cottage at Gitchee Gumee in 
Sturgeon Bay and enjoyed fishing and having the family up for vacations. Kenneth 
preceded her in death on May 1, 2011. Evelyn was a past member of the Rosary 
Society at St. Boniface Church and a current member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish.
Survivors include daughters, Pauline (Dan) Burton, Jacqueline (Mike) Oostayk and 
Darlene (Rick) Rydzewski. Her grandchildren are: Shane (Jennifer) Burton and 
their children, Kayla and Conner; Christopher (Dr. Angela) Burton and their 
children, Nigel, Norianna and Nadia; Beau (Nicole) Burton and their children, 
Avery and Braden; Nicole (Nels) Higgens and their children, Emily and Elliott; 
Jason (Jolene) Wilkens and their children, Autumn, Carson, Kinley Jo and Bennet; 
Paul (Lindsay) Rydzewskii and their daughter, Rylie; Neil Rydzewski and his 
daughter Elba and Lee Rydewski; step grandchildren include Teray Oostayk and her 
son, Ruben and Andy (Piper) Oostdyk and their children, Beck, Anders and Foster; 
one sister-in-law, Audrey Oneil and also other nieces and nephews.
Evelyn was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister-in-law, Orville (Marge) 
O'Neil and Leonard O'Neil; and three sisters and three brothers-in-law, Elizabeth 
(Robert) Meyer, Lucille (Steve) Kukoski and Eileen (Dan) Wergin. She was also 
preceded in death by one brother-in-law, Donald (Joan) Tosten.
Evelyn was a caring wife, mother and grandmother. She would always be there to 
help when needed. We will all miss her quick sense of humor and beautiful Irish 
smile. Private family services will be held with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. A memorial has been established in her name.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home is assisting with funeral arrangements. Thank you to the 
nursing staff on the 3rd Floor at Shady Lane Nursing Home for the kind and 
considerate care given to our mother during her residence with them.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Nov. 5, 2014


HELENE S. STOCKMEIER

Following an illness of less than a week, Mrs. August Stockmeier, 66, of 1018 
South 16th street, died early today at the home.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 3:15 p.m. from the home and at 3:30 
from the First German Evan. Lutheran church, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Stockmeier, nee Helen Wicke, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. August Wicke, 
was born at Manitowoc Rapids in 1876. She was married to Mr. Stockmeier in 1897 
at the Newtonburg church and for seven years they operated a farm, later moving 
to this city where they have since resided. Mr. Stockmeier has been employed by 
the Manitowoc Seed company.
In addition to her membership in the church Mrs. Stockmeier was also a member of 
the Ladies Aid society of the congregation. In January, 1937, Mr. and Mrs. 
Stockmeier observed their 40th wedding anniversary.
Survivors are the widower; son, Paul, of this city; daughter, Mrs. Fred Kanter of 
this city; sister, Mrs. Charles Horstman of this city; three brothers, Henry of 
Fond du Lac, August of Suring, Wis., Herman of this city.
The body will be moved to the home late today from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home and may be viewed there from Wednesday evening until the hour of the 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 27, 1942  P. 2
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[d. 05-27-1942/age 66 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis/wife of August Stockmeier]


HILDA E. STOCKMEIER

Mrs. Paul (Hilda) Stockmeier, 92, of 1013 S. 13th Street, Manitowoc, died 
Saturday, May 9, 1992, at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc.
Private family funeral services will be held on Tuesday at the Harrigan Parkside 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Arno Wolfgramm will officiate with burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born August 22, 1899, in the town of Newton, Wis., daughter of the late 
Henry and Anada Anderson Fehrmann. She was a clerk for many years at Sigmund's 
Clothing Store in Manitowoc. She married Paul Stockmeier on November 30, 1922. 
She was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran church and the Church's 
Ladies Aid.
Survivors include her husband, Paul; a daughter-in-law, Evelyn (Kenneth) Tosten 
of Manitowoc; three granddaughters, Pauline (Dan) Burton of Manitowoc, Jacqueline 
(Mike) Oostdyk of Sheboygan, Darlene (Richard) Rydzewski of Manitowoc; also 10 
great grandchildren; nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends. She was 
preceded in death by a son, Paul Stockmeier Jr., an infant daughter, Gertrude; 
and a brother, Leonard Fehrmann.
Herald Times Reporter, May 11, 1992 P. A2
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[wife of Paul Stockmeier]


PAUL STOCKMEIER    (d. 1970)

Paul Stockmeier Jr., 47, of 1009 S. 13th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Friday morning. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Monday at First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. N. W. Kock will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Survivors include his wife, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stockmeier Sr. of Manitowoc 
and three daughters, Mrs. Daniel (Pauline) Burton of Manitowoc, Jacqueline and 
Darlene at home. 
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 4 pm 
Sunday until noon Monday and then at the church until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Aug. 28, 1970
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COMMON COUNCIL OFFICIAL JOURNAL 
RESOLUTION 
WHEREAS, the Community of Manitowoc was shocked to learn of the sudden passing 
of one of our most esteemed citizens, Paul A. Stockmeier, Jr., on the 28th day 
of August, 1970, and 
WHEREAS, the late Mr. Stockmeier was a lifelong resident of the city of Manitowoc 
and received his education in the public school system of this City, and 
WHEREAS, the late Paul Stockmeier served our community for eight years on the 
Common Council as Alderman from the Third Ward and was in addition President of 
the Common Council in 19?4 and Chairman of the Public Utilities Committee, and 
WHEREAS, among other matters, he was a member of the Manitowoc Public Utilities 
Commission, the Manitowoc Marine Band, the Manitowoc Musicians Local 195, Manitowoc 
County Fish and Game Protective Assn., and 
WHEREAS, THE LATE Paul Stockmeier, Jr. was a hard worker in his church, a devoted 
father to his family, a person who could be relied on to do his very best on any 
task given him, thereby making Mr. Stockmeier a highly respected citizen of our 
community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Common Council that we pause in our 
deliberations to pay our respects to the late Paul Stockmeier, Jr., Past Alderman 
and Council President from the Third Ward of the City of Manitowoc for his unselfish 
devotion to the interests of the City during his lifetime. 
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be kept in the files of the City Clerk 
of the City of Manitowoc and that a copy be sent to his family.
(Signed) Walter Koepke 
Moved and unanimously carried by acclamation to adopt the above resolution by a 
rising vote. 
The above resolution was adopted by a rising vote…
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 18, 1970 
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[bur. on Evelyn F. Stockmeier lot-his wife]


PAUL A. STOCKMEIER    (d. 1993)

Paul Stockmeier, age 90, of North Ridge Care Center, formerly of 1013 South 13th 
Street, Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon, February 19, 1993, at the North Ridge 
Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Monday, February 22, 1993, at the First German 
Ev. Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Arno Wolfgramm and the Rev. Bruce Bitter 
officiating and burial to follow in the Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born May 29, 1902, at Newton, Wis., son of the late August and Helena Wicke 
Stockmeier. He received his education in the Manitowoc Public School system. He 
was a long time employee of the Mirro Aluminum Company, retiring in 1963. He was 
a member of the First German Ev. Lutheran Church. He married Hilda Fehrmann on 
November 30, 1922. She preceded him in death on May 9 1992. Paul was a dedicated 
loving husband, father and grandfather.
He is survived by a daughter-in-law, Evelyn (Kenneth) Tosten, Manitowoc; 3 
granddaughters, Pauline (Daniel) Burton, Manitowoc, Jacqueline (Michael) Oostdyk, 
Sheboygan, Darlene (Richard) Rydzewski, Manitowoc; 10 great grandchildren, nieces, 
nephews, along with other relatives and friends surviving. He was preceded in death 
by a son, Paul Stockmeier, Jr., an infant daughter, Gertrude, two sisters, Elsie 
Kanter, and Linda Adler.
Friends may call at the First German Ev. Lutheran Church on Monday from 10 a.m. 
until the time of services at 11 a.m.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 21, 1993 P. A2
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[widower of Hilda Stockmeier]


DANIEL R. STOCKMEYER

Daniel R. Stockmeyer, age 64, a resident of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, 
entered into eternal life on Friday, Jan. 5, 2007, at the Manitowoc Health 
Care Center. 
Daniel was born on June 29, 1942, in Manitowoc to Reinhold Stockmeyer and the 
late Grace Savage Stockmeyer. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1960. 
Daniel owned and operated the Collins Barber Shop in Collins. He was a lifetime 
member of St. John's United Church of Christ in Manitowoc, and was a former 
member of the Manitowoc Marine Band and the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aeries 
706. 
Survivors include Daniel's father: Reinhold Stockmeyer, Manitowoc; aunts and 
uncles: Ruth Hopkins, Manitowoc, Althea Lorfeld, Milwaukee, the Rev. Leonard 
Stockmeyer, Tuscon, Ariz., and Lillian Savage, Reedsville; also nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends surviving. Daniel was preceded in death by his mother, 
Grace Savage Stockmeyer; his stepmother, Jermaine Buchel Stockmeyer; an uncle, 
Ray Jagemann; and two aunts, Marie Jagemann and Florence Heinz. 
The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2007, at the 
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral 
service at 11 am. The Rev. Dr. James Klein will officiate with burial to follow 
at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center at North 11th and St. 
Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 7, 2007


GRACE A. STOCKMEYER

Mrs. Reinhold (Grace A.) Stockmeyer, 72, of 1020 S. 12th Street, Manitowoc, died 
Tuesday, July 19, 1988 at her residence. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Friday 
at St. John United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. Rev. Gerald Schrankler will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stockmeyer was born March 12, 1916, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, Wisconsin, 
daughter of the late Stephen and Amelia Tech Savage. She married Reinhold A. 
Stockmeyer on October 12, 1940 in the town of Centerville, Wisconsin. Mrs. Stockmeyer 
was a member of the Manitowoc Senior Center and St. John United Church of Christ 
where she was involved with various organizations within the church.
Survivors include her husband, Reinhold; a son, Daniel Stockmeyer of Manitowoc; a 
brother, Alonzo (Elreda) Savage of DeKalb, Illinois; and a sister, Ella Popp of 
Lakewood, Wisconsin. She was preceded in death by a sister and a brother.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 pm to 8 pm Thursday 
and Friday at St. John United Church of Christ from 9:30 am to the time of services. 
Memorials would be appreciated to St. John United Church of Christ Organ Fund.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., July 20, 1988 page 8
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[Wife of Reinhold Stockmeyer]


LENA STOCKMEYER

FUNERAL RITES FOR MANITOWOC WOMAN THURSDAY
The funeral of Mrs. William Stockmeier(sic), 39, formerly of the town of Newton, 
Manitowoc County, who died at Holy Family Hospital in Manitowoc at noon Tuesday, 
will be held Thursday afternoon. Services will be conducted at the home of Henry 
Klusmeier, 1210 Hamilton Street, Manitowoc at 1:30 pm and later at the German 
Lutheran Church. The Rev. Mr. Machmiller will officiate and burial will be made 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Stockmeier had recently submitted to an operation after being in poor health 
for a long time, but she failed to rally after the operation and died at noon 
yesterday. Mrs. Stockmeier, nee Kustbaum, was born in the Town of Newton on July 24, 
1887. She was married to William Stockmeier on June 27, 1905.
Surviving her are her husband and one daughter, Miss Viola Stockmeier; four sisters, 
Mrs. Alex Adams, Mrs. John Anic and Miss Alvina Kustbaum of Manitowoc and Mrs. 
Herman Winkel of Howards Grove.
Sheboygan Press, Wed., Sept. 1, 1926 -page 3


REINHOLD STOCKMEYER

Reinhold A. Stockmeyer, age 92, a resident at Shady Lane Nursing Care 
Center, Manitowoc, formerly of 1308 S. 22nd St., Manitowoc, entered 
eternal life on Friday, Dec. 28, 2007, at the nursing care center. 
Reinhold was born on Nov. 8, 1915, in the town of Newton, Manitowoc 
County. He was the son of the late Freidrich C. and Zilla H. (Rodewald) 
Stockmeier. He attended White Trail School in Newton. He was employed 
with Mirro Aluminum for 18 years and then with the Manitowoc Board of 
Education in the maintenance department. He was married to Grace A. 
Savage on Oct. 12, 1940, in the town of Centerville, Manitowoc County. 
She preceded him in death on July 18, 1988. He later married Jermaine 
Meyer Buchel on Oct. 7, 1990, at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. She preceded him in death on May 16, 2001. Reinhold was a 
member of St. John's United Church of Christ, where he had previously 
held the office of secretary on the church council, charter member of 
the Friendship Club, and longtime choir member of the church. Rienhold 
was also a member of the Manitowoc Senior Center and the Freiersaenger 
German Singers, along with being a 50-year member of the Eagles Club, 
where he had previously held the office of trustee. He was a proud and 
generous contributor to his church and several charities. He was a 
devoted husband and father, who cared deeply for his family and those 
in need. He was a man who worked hard and was a good steward of the 
blessings Gad gave him. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by his first wife: the former Grace Savage in 
1988; his second wife: the former Jermaine Meyer Buchel in 2001; his 
son: Daniel in 2007; and one sister: Florence Heinz: 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 31, 2007, at 
St. John's United Church of Christ, 1501 Marshall St., Manitowoc. 
Officiating will be the Rev. Dr. James Klein, with burial to take place 
at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Relatives and friends may call at St. John's United Church of Christ on 
Monday, Dec. 31, 2007, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services at 
11 a.m. 
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. 
Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements. 
The family extends its heartfelt thanks to all of the staff at Shady 
Lane Nursing Care Center for their excellent and compassionate care 
given to him. The family also extends their thanks to Dr. Pradeep 
Giriyappa for the insightful care given to him and for keeping Reinhold 
comfortable. 
Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 29, 2007 


WILLIAM A. STOCKMEYER

William A. Stockmeyer, 80, of 180? Washington St., Manitowoc, died Friday 
afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Sheboygan, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born Nov. 11, 1878, in the Town of Newton, son of the late Frederick W. 
and Augusta Kriedenstein Stockmeyer. He married the former Caroline Kasbaum in 
the Town of Newton in 1904 and the couple farmed near Valders. In 1925 they mvoed 
to Manitowoc, where he took employment at Rahr Malting Co., retiring in 1945. His 
wife died in 1927 and in 1929 he married Mrs. Martha Thompson. He was a charter 
member of Brewer and Malsters Union Local 297.
She survives along with a son, Edward of Chicago; daughter Mrs. Roland Meyer of 
Manitowoc; three stepdaughters, Mrs. Edward Nething of Manitowoc, Mrs. Ben Show 
of Chicago and Mrs. Russell Hasheck of Two Rivers; three stepsons, Wilbur Thompson 
of Frankfort, Mich., M/Sgt. Robert Thompson of Falmouth, Mass, and Charles Thompson 
of Manitowoc; brother, Ernst Stockmeyer of LaCrosse; 18 grandchildren and three 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, March 28, 1959 P. 9
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[d. 03-27-1959 at Sheboygan WI/age 80 yrs.]


EDWARD J. STODOLA

Edward J. (Ed) Stodola, age 98, formerly of 12th St., Manitowoc, died Monday 
morning, Aug. 9, 2004, at Harmony of Manitowoc East. Ed was born March 6, 1906, 
at Pilsen (Kewaunee County), son of the late Frank and Mary Stodola. He attended 
local schools. 
On Nov. 24, 1925, Ed was married to the former Helen M. Dietz at Norman (Kewaunee 
County) and the couple moved to Manitowoc in 1933. Helen preceded Ed in death on 
July 5, 1975. Ed was an independent painter and wallpaper hanger in the Manitowoc 
area, retiring in 1971.
Ed enjoyed fishing, hunting, singing, dancing, playing cards and conservation 
activities. He was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church; life member, 
director, banquet committee member and past treasurer of the Manitowoc County 
Fish and Game Protective Association; the painters union; Wisconsin Czechs Inc. 
and the Wisconsin Czech Choraliers; honorary lifetime membership in the Reedsville 
Sportsman's Club Inc.; active in the annual Hooked on a Hobby Fishing Tournament; 
Northeastern Wisconsin Great Lakes Sport Fishermen; Manitowoc Parks & Recreation 
Department Zoological Board from April 21, 1964 until Jan. 26, 2004; inducted into 
the Manitowoc County Conservationist Hall of Fame in 1992; received the 1988 Rahr 
Diamond Award from the Izaak Walton League of America, Manitowoc Branch #138 for 
his conservation practices; and the Manitowoc Senior Center.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law: James L. (Ann) Stodola of Marathon, 
Fla.; four grandchildren: Terry (Bruce) Meissner of Reedsville; James Stodola of 
Madison; Anthony (Carol) Stodola of Manitowoc; Patricia (Paul) Roskopf of Mayville; 
five great-grandchildren: Billie (Brian) Braeger of Little Chute; Tara Meissner 
of Manitowoc; Molly Stodola of Manitowoc; Claire Stodola of Manitowoc; Levi Roskopf 
of Mayville; one great-great-grandchild: Noah Meissner of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends survive. 
He was preceded in death by six sisters and four brothers.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, 2004, at the Reinbold 
& Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc and 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic 
Church. The Rev. Gerald Foley will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with 
burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery. 
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, August 2004 p.B3


HELEN M. STODOLA

Mrs. Edward (Helen) Stodola, 67, of 1010 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died early 
Saturday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, and 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Richard Verhasselt will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stodola, nee Helen Titz, was born Aug. 17, 1908, in the Town of Carlton, 
daughter of the late Joseph and Barbara Rezac Titz. She attended Kewaunee 
County schools, moving to Manitowoc in 1923. She was married to Edward J. 
Stodola Nov. 24, 1925, at Norman. She was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic 
Church and Manitowoc Senior Citizens.
Survivors include her husband, a son, and daughter-in-law, James L. and Ann 
Stodola, and a sister, Mrs. Edgar (Delia) Mundt, of Manitowoc, four grand-
children, a great grandchild and nieces and nephews. A brother, Joseph, 
preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday, 
where a parish wake service will be at 7 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, July 5, 1975  P.3
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[wife of Edward J. Stodola]


AMELIA STOKER

Mrs. Amelia Stoker, widow of the late Peter Stoker and a resident of 
the county since 1851, died early today at the family home 615 York st., 
at the advanced age of 87 years. Death was due to her advanced age. Born 
in Norway, December 2, 1832 and married there in 1851 decedent with her 
husband came here the same year and for years resided in the town of 
Franklin, moving to the city in 1884 where Mr. and Mrs. Stoker engaged 
in the hotel business on York street. Mr. Stoker died eleven years ago. 
Mrs. Stoker is survived by seven children, Mrs. Margaret Kings, city, 
Mrs. E.J. Ward of Chicago, Mrs. Charles Auman of Tacoma, Wash., Alfred, 
Edward and Peter of Glen Flora, Wis., and Walter of Portland, Oregon. 
Thirty-three grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren also survive 
Mrs. Stoker. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock, 
the Rev. M.S. Axtell officiating. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, November 20, 1919 Page 1
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[bur. 11-22-1919/cause: chronic myocarditis/bur. on Peter A. Stoker lot]


PETER STOKER

Following a severe illness of several years, Peter Stocker, an elderly and 
wellknown resident of our city, died on Monday. Peter Stocker was born 1828 
in Scotland and came to the U.S. in 1850, but had been in Mexico before then. 
He settled in Town Franklin and later moved over to Manitowoc. During the 
Civil War he served with the 3rd Wisconsin Infantry Regiment. For many years 
Mr. Stocker served on the Board of County Supervisors, and after moving to 
Manitowoc established a shipbuilding firm with Greenleaf Rand. He is survived 
by his sorrowing widow and 7 children. His funeral will take place this afternoon 
under the direction of the local G.A.R. Post to which the deceased had belonged 
for many years.
Der Nord Westen, 14 May 1908
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[Peter F./bur. 05-13-1908/cause: general debility]
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DEATH CLAIMS PETER F. STOKER
Pioneer, Who Came Here 60 Years Ago, Dead After Illness of 7 Years
PLANNED COUNTY ASYLUM
Peter Thomas Stoker, pioneer civil war veteran and one of the county's aged and 
best known residents died at his home on York Street this morning from an illness 
that made him an invalid for nearly seven years, death being calm and peaceful 
and a welcome release from long suffering. An aged widow and seven children, 
Frederick, Edward and Peter of Glen Flora, Walter, Seattle; Mrs. Margaret Kings, 
Maple Grove; Mrs. Sophia Ward, Chicago and Mrs. Jennie Aumann, this city, 
survive.
A native of Scotland, Mr. Stoker was born at Glasgow in February, 1828 and in 
1850 he came to Manitowoc county locating on a farm in the Town of Franklin. He 
was later associated in the shipbuilding industry with Greene Rand and for years 
sailed the schooners, Col Glover and Guido Pfister, which he had assisted to build. 
Mr. Stoker enlisted in the civil war, serving with the Third Wisconsin regiment 
for nine months, being disabled at the battle of Bentonville from which he was 
returned home, ill. After his return here he established his permanent home and 
was prominent in early day history of the city and county. As a member of the 
county board, Mr. Stoker served on the committee which had charge of the planning 
of the county insane asylum and performed valuable service to the county. He served 
on the board for many years and was active, energetic and conscientious and achieved 
much for the city and county in this connection. Mr. Stoker was, in his younger days, 
a man of great activity and he was identified with many projects which had for their 
objects the upbuilding and development of the city.
Mr. Stoker's early life was passed in his native city of Glasgow where he learned 
the machinist's trade and it was while employed in this trade that he visited Norway 
where he met and married Mrs. Stoker. The couple came to America soon after this and 
for some years farmed in Frankin. Mr. Stoker became widely known in his timbering 
interests and later when he came to the city, he sailed the lakes for a time. He was 
a good business man and achieved success in many undertakings. A man of great energy, 
ambitious with capacity, Mr. Stoker was one of the most successful of the earlier 
pioneers and became a large property holder. For years he has lived in retirement 
and more lately had been unable to be about. Funeral arrangements have not been made 
but the burial will be held in the city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., May 11, 1908
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A TRIBUTE TO PETER STOKER
John Schuette Pays Tribute to Pioneer Who Was Buried Today
"With the passing away of Peter Stoker, there has departed one of the honest, sturdy 
Scotch characters for which this nationality is noted. During the seven years of his 
illness I visited him from time to time and always found him on a couch in the same 
helpless position as on the occasion of previous visits but in spite of his long 
suffering he bore it with great fortitude and resignation.
"In all these  many trying years his dear wife and other members of the family shared 
the suffering incident to his ailment with tender affection.
"In addition to what has already been said of his life's career, I must add an 
historical event in which he performed a noteworthy part: That was in the early 
50's shortly after he arrived here when he was sailing with Captain A.G. Fulton 
(may he long remain with us) and a schooner became water logged and capsized. The 
crew was on the bottom of the capsized schooner awaiting anxiously a sign of rescue. 
After great exhaustion and hopeless despair, young Stoker cut a piece of towel 
rigging from which he improvised a torch which after having been lighted for several 
hours attracted the attention of a passing vessel and all were saved." John Schuette
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 14, 1908
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Franklin news:
P.T. Stoker, our industrious and money making chairman, has removed his portable 
saw-mill to the pine forests of Maple Grove. Mr. Stoker contemplates sawing about 
300,000 feet of lumber in that vicinity during the warm weather.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, June 20, 1882 P. 4
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Kasson:
Mrs. T.D. Kings left Wednesday for Manitowoc to visit her father, Mr. P. Stoker, 
who is seriously ill.
Brillion News, Fri., Mar. 1, 1901


RICHARD ALLEN STOKES

Richard Allan (sic)  Stokes, 5-1/2 month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Stokes, 
of 912? South 25th street, died Sunday at the Holy Family hospital. The boy 
was an only child.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 3 p.m. from the home of Mr. and Mrs. 
Emil Stokes of route ?, Manitowoc, the Rev. R. H. Wilkes officiating. Interment 
will be in Evergreen cemetery.
The body was moved to the Emil Stokes home this afternoon from the Shimek and 
Schwartz parlors. 
December 23, 1940  P. 2
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[d. 12-24-1940/age 5 months/cause: b. pneumonia]


PEARL T. STOLTZ

Mrs. John Stoltz, 45, nee Pearl Theresa Shafer, 537 Riverview drive, died at 
the Holy Family hospital Thursday.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at the home, the Rev. Louis 
Huber, pastor, of the Redeemer Evangelical church, officiating. Burial will 
be in Evergreen cemetery.
She was born in 1900 at Amery, Wis., and was married to John Stoltz in January, 
1936. They came to Manitowoc in 1942. 
She is survived by her husband John; two daughters, Mrs. Marie Perenick and 
Miss Ethel Warden, both of Milwaukee; mother, Mrs. Enoch Warden, Amery; two 
brothers, William Shafer, Amery, and Ray Shafer, Washington, D.C.; one sister, 
Miss Helen Shafter, Amery; three grandchildren, Donald Warden, Marie and Roger 
Perenick.
The body will be moved from the Shimek and Schwartz funeral home to the residence 
where it may be viewed from 3 p.m. Friday until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 30, 1945  P.2
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[Pearl Theresa/d. 11-29-1945/age 45 yrs./bur. on John Stoltz lot]


GUSTAVE STOLZE

Gustave Stolze, 72, retired truck gardener and brother of the late Mayor Henry 
Stolze, died suddenly Wednesday afternoon at the home on South Revere drive.
He suffered a stroke Monday and had recovered sufficiently to walk about the 
house when he suffered a relapse yesterday.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home, the Rev. C. H. Phipps of the First Presbyterian church 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Stolze was born in Germany in 1868 and came to Manitowoc with his parents 
at an early age. He assisted his father, Henry Stolze, Sr., in operation of a 
truck garden south of Evergreen cemetery and took over the business on the 
death of the elder Stolze. 
He operated the business until two years ago, when he retired to visit in the 
west. He was making plans to visit a sister in Keewatin, Minn., when taken 
suddenly ill Monday.
Survivors are three sisters, Mrs. Charles Selk of this city, Mrs. Anna Kolas of 
Tacoma, Wash., Mrs. Charles Kittleson, of Keewatin, Minn.; two brothers, Andrew 
of Tacoma, Charles of Portland, Ore. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from this evening at 7 o’clock until 
the services Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 11, 1940  P.2
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[d. 07-11-1940/age 72 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis/bur. on Henry Stolze Sr. lot]


HENRY STOLZE

HENRY STOLZE, SR., FATHER OF EX-MAYOR, CALLED BY DEATH
One of City’s Oldest Residents Passes Away After Lingering Illness. 
Was for Years Engaged as Truck Gardener (with good photo)
Henry Stolze, Sr., father of ex-Mayor Stolze and one of the city’s 
oldest residents, died at his home on the northwest section of the 
city shortly after midnight this morning, his demise being due to 
cancer of the stomach from which he had long suffered. The funeral 
will be held Sunday afternoon from the home at 2 o’clock. 
Mr. Stolze was 80 years of age in October last year and for several 
years had lived a retirement owing to his advanced age and feeble 
health. He was a native of Aschersleben, Germany and came to America 
in 1869? locating in this city shortly after his arrival. He engaged 
in the seed business and later located on the property where his death 
occurred and established a truck farm which he conducted for many 
years. He was a man of sturdy character and great industry and was 
well known throughout the city. Mr. Stolze was a student and reader 
and held some strong individual opinions on political and industrial 
matters which he never deserted. He commanded respect of all and 
though somewhat reserved, he had surrounded himself with many warm 
friends. 
In 19?? Mr. Stolze and his wife, now deceased, Mrs. Stolze having 
died January 18, 1911, celebrated their golden wedding in the city. 
Of late years Mr. Stolze had taken a great interest in city politics 
by reason of his two sons, Henry, Jr., and Andrew, holding public ?, 
the former serving as mayor for ten years while Andrew Stolze, now of 
Tacoma, Wash., served as a member of the city council for several 
terms. Mr. Stolze is survived by four sons and four daughters, the 
family being Henry, Jr., of Milwaukee; Andrew and Charles of Tacoma 
and Charles of this city, Mrs. J. Seik?, Miss Dora Stolze, this city, 
Mrs. C.S. Kittleson, Lewiston, Mont., and Mrs. Anna Kolas of Milwaukee. 
Fourteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren also survive. 
Former Mayor Stolze, son of Mr. Stolze has been in the South for the 
winter, but is expected here for the funeral, messages advising him 
of the death of his father having been dispatched.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, April 27, 1917, Page 5
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The brothers Henry and Dr. E? Stolze, Jr., have returned to Milwaukee 
after attending the funeral here of their grandfather, Henry Stolze, Sr.
*********
Miss Victoria Voltmer has returned to Milwaukee after attending the 
funeral of the late Henry Stolze here yesterday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, April 30, 1917, Page 3
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EX-MAYOR STOLZE IN TOWN FOR FUNERAL OF FATHER, 
SORRY THAT COMMISSION FORM WAS DEFEATED
Ex-Mayor Henry Stolze is in the city, called here by the death of 
his father, whose funeral was held yesterday. Mr. Stolze remained 
in the city today on personal business matters and said that he 
retained his residence in Manitowoc. Mr. Stolze had no comment on 
the result of the recent election, in fact admitted that he had 
been so little interested that it was only a few days ago that he 
learned who had been named his successor. Mr. Stolze, to friends, 
expressed regret that the commission plan of government had been 
defeated and expressed the opinion that eventually Manitowoc would 
see the wisdom of adopting that form.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, April 30, 1917, Page 5
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Ex-Mayor Stolze, who was here to attend the funeral of his father, 
returned to Milwaukee last evening. He said he was greatly pleased 
to have his erstwhile political enemies cordially greeting him here 
and assuring him of the burial of the hatchet.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, May 01, 1917, Page 3
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Mrs. C.A. Kittelson has returned to her home at Lewiston, Mont., 
having been called here by the death of her father, Henry 
Stolze, Sr.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, June 05, 1917, Page 3
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[Henry Sr./bur. 04-29-1917/cause: carcinoma of stomach]
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GOLDEN WEDDING DATE
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Stolze Sr. Round Out 50 Years of Married Life
Fifty years of married life were today rounded out by Mr. and Mrs. Henry Stolze 
Sr., the occasion being one in which the couple were the recipients of many 
congratulations at their home at the foot of Colliseum Ave. the couple came here 
after their marriage in Germany forty years ago and ever since that time have 
lived in their present abode, conducting a truck farm. Eight children were born 
to the couple being, Henry, Gus, Charles of this city, Andrew, Tacoma, Wash., 
Mrs. H. Kolas, and Misses Ida and Dora. Though advanced in years, the couple are 
hale and the wish of many friends is that they be spared to celebrate their 
diamond anniversary.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mar. 27, 1909 page 1


JOHANNA STOLZE

SYMPATHY OF COUNCIL EXPRESED TO MAYOR IN A RESOLUTION 
Sympathy of the council was expressed to Mayor Stolze for the death of his 
mother in a resolution adopted by unanimous vote at the meeting last evening 
and the resolution will be spread upon the records and a copy presented to 
the mayor. The resolution deplores the death of Mrs. Stolze, Sr., as the loss 
of a worthy woman, a loving wife and mother and tenders the sympathy of the 
city, through its official representatives.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, January 20, 1914  P.4
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FUNERAL OF MRS. H. STOLZE, SR., POSTPONED UNTIL FRIDAY P.M. AT 2 
Owing to the fact that relatives enroute from Tacoma, Wash., were unable to 
reach here today in time for the funeral which was to have been held this 
afternoon, the funeral of Mrs. Henry Stolze, Sr., mother of Mayor Stolze, has 
been postponed until tomorrow afternoon. Message received by Mayor Stolze said 
that the Tacoma party has reached Minneapolis too late to make connections with 
the trains to reach here in time for the funeral today.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, January 22, 1914  P.7 
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[bur. 01-23-1914/cause: conhosis liver/bur. on Henry Stolze Sr. lot]
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GOLDEN WEDDING DATE
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Stolze Sr. Round Out 50 Years of Married Life
Fifty years of married life were today rounded out by Mr. and Mrs. Henry Stolze 
Sr., the occasion being one in which the couple were the recipients of many 
congratulations at their home at the foot of Colliseum Ave. the couple came here 
after their marriage in Germany forty years ago and ever since that time have 
lived in their present abode, conducting a truck farm. Eight children were born 
to the couple being, Henry, Gus, Charles of this city, Andrew, Tacoma, Wash., 
Mrs. H. Kolas, and Misses Ida and Dora. Though advanced in years, the couple are 
hale and the wish of many friends is that they be spared to celebrate their 
diamond anniversary.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mar. 27, 1909 page 1


CLARA STONE

Mrs. I. W. Stone Called By Death 
Death came as a messenger of relief to Mrs. K. W. Stone, mother of Mrs. S. K. 
Ferguson, last night, Mrs. Stone passing away at the family home in Riverview 
after having suffered from paralysis. Death, while not unexpected, was a shock 
to the family and friends.
Mrs. Stone was 48 years of age and came here with her husband from Pennville, 
Mich., about five months ago to take up their home. They formerly resided at 
Maywood, Ill. Besides her husband, Mrs. Stone is survived by her daughter, Mrs. 
Ferguson and one son, Gerland, both of this city.
The death of Mrs. Stone is the second within a few weeks in the Ferguson family, 
the father of Mr. Ferguson having died suddenly about a month ago.
Funeral services for Mrs. Stone have not been arranged for awaiting reply to 
messages to relatives abroad.
Manitowoc Herald News, May 21, 1920  P.1
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[bur. 05-22-1920/cause: paralysis/bur. on Kenley W. Stone lot]


KENLEY W. STONE    (d. 1962)

Kenley (Gerry) W. Stone, 93, of 848 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Monday night. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek & Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Gervase Zanotti officiating. Burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Stone was born August 6, 1869 in Elkton County, Virginia, son of the late 
William and Martha Stone Stone. In 1891 he married Clara Hillebrand at Clarksdale, 
Missouri. His wife preceded him in death in 1920. He farmed at St. Joseph, 
Missouri until 1919 when he became a carpenter-contractor at Chicago. He was 
a charter member of the local Sea Gulls and was a 25 Year Club(sic) at Mirro 
Aluminum Company where he was employed until his retirement.
Survivors include a son, William Gerald of North Hollywood, Calif., a daughter, 
Mrs. Sylvester Ferguson of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Molly Coffey of Clarksdale, 
Missouri; five grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and a great great 
grandchild. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Tuesday, Nov. 13, 1962
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Funeral services for Kenley (Gerry) Stone, 93, of 848 Lincoln Blvd, Manitowoc, 
who died Monday, were at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti officiated and burial was in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Arthur Krainik, Otto Mittelstaedt, E. J. Trochlell, Anthony 
Trochlell, George Lambries and E. W. Walthers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 15, 1962  P. 18 


KENNETH E. STONE

Kenneth E. Stone, 76, of 1309 Dorsey Street, Manitowoc, died Saturday evening, 
September 22, 1990 at Riverside Medical Center, Waupaca, Wisconsin. Funeral 
services will be 1:30 pm Tuesday at First Reformed United Church of Christ. Rev. 
Stephen Schuette will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born May 27, 1914 at Onawa County, Iowa, son of the late James and Sarah 
Catherine Williams Stone. He resided at Sloan, Iowa until 1955 when he then 
moved to the Whitelaw area. He served with the United States Army during World 
War II with the European Theatre under General Patton. Mr. Stone engaged in 
farming in the Whitelaw area until he retired in 1989. He and his wife then 
moved to Manitowoc where they have resided since. He married the former Lorraine 
Siebert on August 8, 1945 at First Reformed United Church of Christ, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Lorraine, two sons and daughters-in-law, Fredrick 
and Janet Stone of Manitowoc, William and Cathy Stone of Green Bay; two daughters 
and sons-in-law, Cheryl and James Pollen of Manitowoc, Kay and Sean Dwyer of 
Green Bay; two brothers, Francis Stone and Robert Stone, a sister, Mrs. Helen 
Hughes, all of Iowa; eight grandchildren, a great grandchild, nieces, nephews 
and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, two 
sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law.
Friends may call at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 11 am Tuesday and 
until the time of services at 1:30. Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is in charge 
of arrangements. A special thank you is given to Pioneer Adult Day Care Center 
and the Alztheimers Foundation.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Sept. 24, 1990 page B6
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[at Waupaca WI]


LEE H. STONE

Lee H. Stone, 70, of 1336 S. 13th St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Christ Caune will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Stone was born May 28, 1896, at Campbellsport, Wis., son of the late Dwight 
and Fannie Harris Stone. He married the former Martha Haberman April 21, 1918, 
at Manitowoc. He was employed as a custodian for the Manitowoc Board of Education 
until his retirement seven years ago.
Survivors include his wife, two sons, Dale, of Tulsa, Okla., and Howard, of 
Wauwatosa, a brother, Robert, of Madison, a sister, Ethel, of Waupaca and four 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Ninth Street entrance of the funeral home after 4 p.m. 
Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 27, 1966  P. 7 


LORRAINE WILMA (SIEBERT) STONE

Lorraine W. Stone, age 82, a Manitowoc resident died Sunday morning, Nov. 23, 
2003, in Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2003, at First 
Reformed United Church of Christ, 3613 Waldo Boulevard, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Richard Runge will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
The former Lorraine Siebert was born Nov. 23, 1921, in the town of Franklin, 
Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Fred and Amanda Freidenberger Siebert. 
She attended school in the Town of Franklin. On Aug. 8, 1945, Lorraine was 
married to Kenneth Stone at First Reformed Church in Manitowoc. The couple 
lived in Sloan, Iowa, and moved back and farmed in the town of Franklin, moving 
to Manitowoc in 1978. Ken preceded her in death on Sept. 22, 1990. Lorraine had 
been a baker at Kubsch's in Kellnersville and most recently worked in Manitowoc 
for Westphals. Lorraine was active at First Reformed United Church of Christ 
and the Womens Guild. She currently was treasurer of the Womens Guild and was 
actively involved in the annual chili supper and rummage sale at church. Her 
hands were never idle. She loved her quilting, crocheting, cross-stitching and 
baking. Her family will always remember her loving touch and everything she did 
for us. 
Survivors include her four children: Fred (Janet) Stone of Manitowoc, Cheryl 
(Jim) Pollen of Manitowoc, Kay(Sean) Dwyer of Green Bay, Bill (Cathy) Stone of 
New Franken; 10 grandchildren: Becky (Tim) Fabry, Mike (Caryn) Stone, Amy (Bruce) 
Buerger, Mark (Christine) Stone, Ryan (Mindi) Pollen, Eric Pollen, Lori Pollen, 
Christopher Stone, Andrew Stone, Meghan Dwyer; four great-grandchildren; three 
step great-grandchildren; one brother and two sisters-in-law: Earl(Eunice) 
Siebert of Kewaunee, Helen Hughes of Sergeant Bluffs, Iowa; nieces, nephews 
other relatives and friends survive. She was preceded in death by her parents, 
husband Ken; one sister: Annetta Egan; three sisters in law: Beatrice Siebert, 
Frankie Stone, Josephine Stone; four brothers-in-law: Jack Egan, Fran Stone, 
Robert Stone and Cal Hughes. 
Relatives and friends may call from 5 p.m. until the time of services at 7 p.m. 
on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2003, at the First Reformed United Church of Christ. 
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is serving the Stone 
family. 
The family would like to sincerely thank the doctors of Woodland Clinic, and 
the nurses and doctors at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, 3 East, 5 East, 
and Critical Care Unit for the kind and compassionate care Lorraine received 
from them. 
Mom, You will continue to live in the hearts of those you touched, For nothing 
loved is ever lost and you were loved so much.
Herald Times Reporter, November 2003


MARTHA L. STONE

Mrs. Lee H. Stone, 75, of 1336 S. 13th St., Manitowoc, died Friday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Krist Caune will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stone, nee Martha Haberman, was born June 21, 1893, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Herman and Minna Borchardt Haberman, and was married to Lee Stone at 
Manitowoc April 21, 1918. He died June 27, 1966.
Survivors include two sons, Dale of Tulsa, Okla., and Howard of Wauwatosa; three 
brothers, Arthur and Harold of Manitowoc and Frank of Grand Rapids, Mich.; a 
sister, Mrs. Sophie Torrison, of Manitowoc; and four grandchildren. Two brothers 
and two sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home, State Street entrance, after 4 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 21, 1968  P.4
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[d. 12-20-1968/age 75 yrs./widow of Lee H. Stone]


ARCHIE W. STORMS

A.W. (Archie) Storms, 88, of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, died early Thursday 
morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:20 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home. A Christian Science reader will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Storms was born May 11, 1881, at Yarker, Ontario, Canada. He moved to 
Chicago in 1894 and lived there until October of 1921 when he came to Manitowoc 
and was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co. 
Mr. Storms married Ida Gerrard in 1901. She died in 1927. He married Blanche 
Lunder April 22, 1933, at Waukegan, Ill. She died in 1963.
Mr. Storms was an auditor and later tax accounting manager at Mirro, retiring 
Oct. 1, 1955, after 34 years of service.
He was a member of the Kiwanis Club of Manitowoc serving as its president in 
1934. From the time of his affiliation with the service organization in 1929 
through 1968 he had perfect attendance. He became ill early in 1969.
Mr. Storms was a member of the Masonic bodies and Tripoli Temple, a charter 
member of Banner Blue Lodge No. 294 of Chicago, of the Manitowoc Chapter of the 
Izaak Walton League, United Commercial Travelers, Financial Executive Institute, 
charter member of the Milwaukee Chapter of Control Controllers Institute of 
America and the Twenty-Five Year Club of Mirro.
Mr. Storms had served on the national board of directors of the Walton League in 
1944-45. He was given the Broughton Conservation Award of the state Walton League 
in 1954.
Surviving him are two sons, Donald, of Manitowoc and Robert, of Oak Harbor, Wash., 
a daughter, Mrs. Sterling McNair, of Miami, Fla., eight grandchildren and five 
great grandchildren. A brother and two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Friday where Masonic services 
will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 18, 1969  P.11


BLANCHE STORMS

Mrs. Archie W. Storms, 74, of 1424 S. 10th St., died early Tuesday morning at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a heart attack.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, with Christian Science services. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Storms, the former Blanche Lunder, was born Aug. 27, 1889, at Hector, Minn. 
April 22, 1933, she was married to Archie Storms at Waukegan, Ill., and the 
couple located at Manitowoc.
Mrs. Storms was a member of the Eastern Star, Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and 
Elks Auxiliary.
Survivors include her husband, two step-sons, Donald, of Manitowoc and Robert, 
of Oak Harbor, Wash., a step-daughter, Ruth S. Railey, of Miami, Fla., a sister, 
Mrs. Ella McKibben, of Miami, Fla., and five grandchildren.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, State Street 
entrance.
Two Rivers Reporter, September 24, 1963  P. M-11 
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Funeral services for Mrs. Archie W. Storms, 74, of 1424 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, 
who died Tuesday, will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. There will be Christian Science services and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
Friends may call at the State Street entrance of the funeral home where Eastern 
Star rites will be conducted at 7:30 o'clock this Wednesday evening. Mrs. Storms 
was also a member of the Shrine Auxiliary.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 25, 1963  P.11
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[d. 09-24-1963/age 74 yrs./wife of Archie Storms (#2)


FLORENCE STORMS

Florence Elizabeth Storms, age 77, of Adams, Wis., died Sunday, September 27, 
1992, at the Villa Pines Nursing Home, following a long illness.
Her body will be cremated and a Memorial Celebration of Life will be held at 
11 a.m. on Saturday, October 3, 1992, at the Zion Episcopal Church in Oconomowoc. 
The Rev. Arthur F. Cunningham will officiate. Her ashes will be buried on the 
family lot in the Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc, on Tuesday, October 6, at 
10:30 a.m. with the Rev. David Klutterman of Saint James Episcopal Church 
officiating.
She was born on August 9, 1915, in Rushford, Minn., child of August and Christine 
(Parkinson) Seekamp. She married Donald Gerrard Storms on February 12, 1936, at 
Saint James Episcopal Church, Manitowoc. Florence lived in Winona, Minn., until 
1928 and then moved to Manitowoc. She lived there until 1976 when she moved to 
Oconomowoc, and then in 1987 she moved to Adams.
Florence had her degree in Nursing, and was formerly Credit Manager for Sears. 
Her last occupation was secretary for the Manitowoc Engineering Company, retiring 
in 1970. She was a member and officer of the League of Women Voters and Saint 
Elizabeth's Guild and ECW of Saint James Episcopal Church in Manitowoc, and the 
Saint Agatha's Guild and ECW of Zion Episcopal Church of Oconomowoc.
She is survived by her husband, Donald of Adams; a daughter, Kathy (Lee) Hamilton, 
Adams; a son, Alan (Gail) Storms, Pittsburgh, Penn; four grandchildren and six 
great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, and two sisters, 
Margaret and Mildred.
Memorials may be given to Zion Episcopal Church or Saint James Episcopal Church.
Herald Times Reporter, September 29, 1992 P. A2
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[d. at Friendship WI/cremains]


IDA STORMS

HEART FAILURE CAUSES DEATH OF MRS. STORMS
City Shocked to Learn of Demise which Occurs After Very Brief Illness 
Taken ill three days ago with a slight cold that did not appear to be serious, 
Mrs. Archie Storms became suddenly seriously ill late yesterday afternoon, 
lapsed into unconsciousness and died at 2 o'clock this morning at the family 
home, 801 North Fifth street without regaining consciousness, the demise being 
attributed to heart failure. News of the death this morning came as a severe 
shock to a wide circle of friends who were unaware of Mrs. Storms' illness. The 
body was taken to the undertaking parlors of William Frazier, 520 Buffalo street. 
It will be taken to the Masonic Temple Monday morning until the funeral services 
at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon which will be in charge of the local chapter Order 
of the Eastern Star. Burial will be at Evergreen.
Was But 42 Years of Age
Mrs. Storms, who was Ida Gerard before her marriage to Mr. Storms at Hammond, 
Indiana twenty-one years ago, was born at Chicago October 28, 1884 and was 
forty-two years old at her last birthday. The family lived at Hammond and at 
Chicago for a number of years before coming here to make their home six years 
ago.
Mrs. Storms' charming character won for her and her family a wide circle of 
friends and in the short span of years she was adopted as one of the city's own. 
A member of the Eastern Star, the Christian Science church and the Izaak Walton 
league, she was an active worker in all three but without neglecting her family 
and her death will be a hard blow to the remaining members because of the 
comradeship in which they lived.
Three Children
Surviving are the husband, A. W. Storms; two sons, Donald and Robert, a daughter, 
Ruth, her mother, Mrs. Anna Gerrard of Knox, Indiana; two sisters, Mrs. J. F. 
Pohlplatz of Hammond, Indiana and Mrs. W. B. Hamlin of Whiting, Indiana and two 
brothers, James Gerard of Bemidil, Minnesota and Edward Gerrard of Gary, Indiana. 
Manitowoc Herald News, April 16, 1927  P.2
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[bur. 4-18-1927/cause: diabetic coma/wife of Archie Storms]


HOWELL HENRY STOTTLER

Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc, for Howell Stottler. He died Sunday at Anaheim, Calif.
Survivors include his wife, the former Paula Bartke, and nieces and nephews.
Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of arrangements. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 19, 1969  P.14
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[d. at Anaheim CA/husband of Paula Stottler/bur. on Julius Sohrweide lot]


OSGOOD (OSWALD) STRACHAN

Funeral Services Are Held For Oswald Strachan
Funeral services were held today for Oswald (Ossie) Srachan, 51, sailor on the 
Goodrich line, who died at 3:45 p.m. Thursday at Holy Family hospital.
Services were conducted by the Rev. Hubert Feldt at the Leschke-Kohls Funeral 
home at 10:30 and burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Strachan was born in Kansas City, Mo., July 27, 1883. He came to Manitowoc 
20 years ago. Survivors are five stepchildren, two brothers and two sisters. Mr. 
Strachan was divorced in 1933.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 18, 1934 P.4
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[age 51 yrs./cause: apoplexy]


ALBERT W. STRADAL

Albert W. Stradal, 68, of 1276 Arlington Ave., Manitowoc, died Friday at his 
home after a coronary seizure.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. E.A. 
Radey will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Stradal was born Feb. 27, 1899, at Two Rivers, son of the late Joseph and 
Anna Vraney Stradal. He came to Manitowoc in his youth with his parents, and 
worked as an outside machinist for 21 years at Manitowoc Shipbuildng Inc., and 
14 years as an engineer at the Manitowoc County Hospital, retiring Jan. 1, 1964. 
He married the former Clara Ronk June 6, 1923, at Manitowoc. Mr. Stradal was a 
World War I veteran and a member of the Machinists Local and Holy Name Society.
Survivors are two sons, Howard of Manitowoc and Kenneth of Albuquerque, N.M., 
and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home, State Street entrance, after 3 p.m. Sunday 
where at 7 p.m. the Rosary will be recited. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 10, 1967  P.3


ALMA A. STRADAL

Mrs. Alma A. Stradal, 84, of 1610 Hamilton Street, Manitowoc, died Sunday 
afternoon, July 8, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home. The Rev. 
Arthur H. Wille will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stradal, nee Alma Anna Havlichek, was born October 1, 1899, in the Town 
of Kossuth, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Joseph and Ida Hagenow 
Havlichek. She married Louis Stradal on October 27, 1920, in Manitowoc. The 
couple resided in the Town of Kossuth and then at Branch. The couple then moved 
to Manitowoc to reside. They celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary in 
1970. He preceded her in death on October 21, 1960.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Delores and Chester Deubler 
and Elaine and Lester Deubler, both of Manitowoc; two granddaughters, Mrs. 
Randal (Pamela) Oehldrich and Mrs. George (Barbara) Wales; two grandsons, Dr. 
David Deubler and Peter Deubler and two great grandsons, Brian and Michael Wales; 
two sisters, Mrs. Bessie Just and Mrs. Lillain Petrie, both of Manitowoc. She was 
preceded in death by four both (sic) brothers, Joseph, Charles, Harry and William 
Havlichek and a sister, Clare Havlichek Dvorak.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 o'clock to 9 o'clock 
this Monday afternoon and Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the hour of service. Memorials 
may be made to St. John United Church of Christ.
Herald Times Reporter, July 9, 1984 P. 3
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[widow of Louis Stradal]


ANNA STRADAL

Mrs. Joseph Stradal, 77, who since the death of her husband had been residing 
at the Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Saturday morning.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at Holy Innocents Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. E. A. Radey will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
She was born Anna Vraney in Kossuth in 1877 and was married to Joseph Stradal 
60 years ago. He died in 1952.
Surviving are a son, Albert of Manitowoc; three brothers, George of Manitowoc, 
Frank of Kellnersville and Wenzil of Branch; sister, Mrs. Joseph Andrews of 
Kellnersville; and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 16, 1955  P.15
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[d. 04-16-1955/age 77 yrs.(sic)/bur. on Albert W. Stradal lot]


CLAIRE M. STRADAL

Mrs. Claire H. Stradal, 88, of 1014 N. 13th Street, Manitowoc, 
died early Friday morning, July 21, 1989 at Holy Family Medical 
Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Monday at 
Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 am at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. Presiding at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. 
Leo J. Schmitt with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
The former Claire Helen Meany was born December 21, 1900 in 
Manitowoc, daughter of the late James and Margaret Laughlin Meany. 
She graduated from Whitewater State College and had taught in 
Manitowoc city and county schools prior to her marriage. She 
married Florian Stradal on December 27, 1947 in Manitowoc. He 
preceded her in death March 30, 1974. Mrs. Stradal was a member 
of Holy Innocents Christian Mothers, Daughters of Isabella and 
Elks Auxiliary.
Survivors include two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Hazel Meany of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. Laura Maney of Manitowoc; nieces and nephews. She was preceded 
in death by five brothers and two sisters. Friends may call at 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, 5 pm to 8 pm Sunday. Prayer service will be 
held at 7 pm led by Deacon Paul Kieffer. Memorials may be made to 
Silver Lake College or Holy Family Medical Center.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., July 22, 1989 page A12
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[widow of Florian Stradal]


CLARA F. STRADAL

Mrs. Clara F. Stradal, 74, of 1276 Arlington Ave., Manitowoc, died 
early Tuesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Schneider-Mittnacht 
Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. 
Leo Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stradal, nee Clara Ronk, was born June 29, 1898, at Luxemburg, 
daughter of the late Frank and Barbara Leiterman Ronk. She was married 
to Albert Stradal May 24, 1923, at Cooperstown. The couple resided in 
Manitowoc. Mr. Stradal preceded her in death June 9, 1967. She was a 
member of the Catholic Women's League and Christian Mothers of Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church and Manitowoc Senior Citizens.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
A brother and two sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday where 
a prayer service will be at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. January 9, 1973
**********
[d. 01-09-1973/age 74 yrs./widow of Albert W. Stradal]
(29 Jun 1898/Jan 1973/SSDI)


DANIEL M. STRADAL

Daniel "Merv" Stradal, age 51, of 3710 Platt View Court, Manitowoc, entered 
eternal life unexpectedly Thursday, July 7, 2011 at his residence.
Daniel was born on October 5, 1959 in Manitowoc. He was the son of Jean Mangin 
Stradal and the late Howard A. Stradal. He attended Roncalli High School where 
he was an avid wrestler and graduated with the class of 1978. He then continued 
his education at St. Norbert's College, DePere, Wisconsin where he received his 
bachelor's degree. Daniel had been employed as an accountant with Johnsonville 
Sausage Company. He enjoyed riding his bike and motorcycle. Daniel had a love 
like his father for his four pet "ladys".
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
He was preceded in death by his father: Howard on March 13, 2011.
Memorial services will be held 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at St. Francis 
of Assisi Catholic Church on Waldo. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by Rev. Daniel Felton. Burial of the cremated remains will be at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at St. Francis of 
Assisi Catholic Church on Waldo on Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of 
services at 12:00 noon.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Daniel's favorite 
charity, the Lakeshore Humane Society.
Till we see you again, you will be loved and missed. 
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, July 2011


FLORIAN STRADAL

Florian Stradal, 75, of 1014 N. 13th St., Manitowoc died Saturday morning at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Leo Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Stradal was born Dec. 16, 1898, at Branch, Wis., son of the late Peter J. 
and Katherine Dufek Stradal. He was a lifelong Manitowoc County resident and 
was graduated from Washington High School of Manitowoc with the Class of 1916. 
He married Claire Meany Dec. 27, 1947, at Manitowoc. He entered employment at 
Invincible Metal Furniture Co. on Jan. 1, 1921 and served as secretary and 
treasurer since 1926. He was a member of the Rotary Club of which he was a past 
president. He as a charter member and past president of the Lakeshore Traffic 
Club and Izaak Walton League, Manitowoc Chapter. He was also a member of the 
Camera Club, Masonic Lodge, No. 65 and the B.P.O.E. No. 687.
Survivors include his wife, a brother, Louis, of Manitowoc and nieces and nephews. 
A sister, Mrs. Clara Lakatos, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday, where a Masonic 
service will be held at 730 p.m. 
Memorials to donors choice. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 30, 1974  P. 12


HOWARD A. STRADAL

Howard A. "Sam" Stradal, age 84, of River Wood Estates, 950 South Rapids Road, 
Manitowoc, formerly of 2021 Menasha Avenue, Manitowoc, left this world to meet 
his Lord on Sunday, March 13, 2011 at River Wood Estates.
Howard was born on March 10, 1927 in Manitowoc. He was the son of the late 
Albert and Clara (Ronk) Stradal. Howard was a graduate of Lincoln High School in 
Manitowoc. In June of 1944 he entered the United States Army and served over 
seas during World War II. After his honorable discharge Howard returned to 
Manitowoc and became employed with Manitowoc Shipbuilding. In 1951 he became 
employed with the Manitowoc City Police Department from where he retired after 
33 years of protecting our city. On June 23, 1956 Howard married Jean Mangin at 
St. Boniface Catholic Church in Manitowoc. Howard was a member of St. Francis of 
Assisi Catholic Church.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
He was preceded in death by his parents: Albert and Clara Stradal; one brother: 
Kenny Stradal; one brother-in-law: Les Mangin; three sisters-in-law: Mary Kadow, 
Nora Eno and Martha Mangin.
Memorial services will be held 12:00 PM on Thursday, March 17, 2011 at St. 
Francis of Assisi Catholic Church on Waldo. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by Rev. Richard Klingeisen with burial to take place at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at St. Francis of Assisi 
Catholic Church on Thursday from 11:00 AM until the time of services at 12:00 
noon.
Howard's family would like to thank Dr. Lynn Baatz, Richard and the staff at the 
cancer center at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. The family would also like 
to thank Beth, Kathy, Joanne and the girls at River Wood Estates for the 
kindness they gave. The family also wants to recognize with their appreciation 
and thanks to three of Howard's nieces who were there for him always, Dolly 
Stokes, Lee Allen and Mary Ann Schroeder. Howard was a kind and good man whose 
love for his family and animals were always shown. May he rest in peace. Until 
we see you again, we love and miss you. Your Family.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate memorials directed to the 
Lakeshore Human Society.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair 
streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, March 2011


JEAN M. STRADAL

Jean M. Stradal, age 87, of River Wood Estates, 950 South Rapids Road, Manitowoc, 
formerly of 2021 Menasha Avenue, Manitowoc entered eternal life late Thursday 
evening, October 11, 2012 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Jean was born July 26, 1925 in Maple Grove, Manitowoc County. She was the daughter 
of the late Martin and Annie Morrisey Mangin. Jean was a graduate of Lincoln High 
School with the class of 1944. She was employed for 42 years with the Manitowoc 
Board of Education as a secretary at Washington Junior High School and McKinnley 
Elementary School. Jean also sold tickets for 15 years at the Mikadow Theatre. 
She also worked for three summers in Washington D.C. with the Department of Justice 
and four summers at Lakeside Packing.
On July 23, 1956 Jean married Howard A. Stradal at St. Boniface Catholic Church in 
Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on March 13, 2011. Jean was a member of St. 
Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. She volunteered for three years at Peter's Pantry 
and for ten years she help count Sunday offerings at St. Boniface Catholic Church.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
Jean was preceded in death by her parents: Martin and Annie Mangin; husband: Howard; 
one son: Daniel; one brother: Leslie Mangin; three sisters: Mary Kadow, Martha Ann 
Mangin and Nora Eno.
Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 15, 2012 at St. Francis 
of Assisi Catholic Church on Marhsall. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by Rev. William Van Dynhoven. Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc at a later date. Relatives and friends may call at St. Francis of Assisi 
on Marshall on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services at 11:00.
Online condolences to the family can be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com.
The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff at River Wood 
Estates for the care and support that was given to Jean while she was a resident 
there for the past three years.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, October 2012


JOSEPH M. STRADAL    (d. 1955)

Joseph M. Stradal, 78, of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon at St. 
Luke Hospital, Milwaukee. Mr. and Mrs. Stradal had spent the winter with their 
daughter, Mrs. Lewis Bauer, of Caledonia, Wis.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. E. A. Radey will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born Feb. 2?, 1877, at Menchalville and on Oct. 10, 1917 married Miss 
Josephine Harold. They farmed in Manitowoc Rapids and Cooperstown and moved to 
Route 3 in 1942.
Surviving are his wife; daughter, Mrs. Lewis Bauer of Caledonia, and a sister, 
Mrs. Anna Havlichek at Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 9, 1955  P.15
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[d. 05-07-1955 at Milwaukee, WI/age 78 yrs./cause: myocardial insufficiency]


JOSEPH V. STRADAL    (d. 1951)

Joseph V. Stradal, 80 of 513 Huron St., Manitowoc, lifelong resident of the 
city and county, died Tuesday morning at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 o’clock at the Holy Innocents Catholic Church. 
The Rev. E. A. Radey will officiate and interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
He was born in Kossuth in 1871 and in 1894 married Miss Anna Vraney at Kellnersville. 
They located at Two Rivers and 53 years ago the couple moved to Manitowoc. He retired 
in 19?5 after being employed by the Reiss Coal Company for 22 years. He also worked 
for 11 years at the Northern Grain Company. The couple observed their golden wedding 
in 1944. 
Survivors are his wife; a son, Albert of Manitowoc; and two grandchildren, Harold and 
Kenneth Stradal of Manitowoc .
Friends may call at the funeral home after Wednesday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 11, 1951  P. 2
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[bur. 12-13-1951/age 80 yrs./bur. on Albert W. Stradal lot]


JOSEPHINE STRADAL

Funeral services for Mrs. Joseph M. Stradal, 77, who died Tuesday night at 
Caledonia, Wis., will be at 8:30 a.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. 
E. A. Radey will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Josephine Herold was born Jan. 8, 1880, at Fayette, Mich., daughter 
of the late Joseph and Josephine Benishek Herold. She was married at Manitowoc 
Oct. 10, 1917. The couple resided in the county until the death of Mr. Stradal 
30 months ago, when Mrs. Stradal moved to Caledonia to reside with a daughter. 
She is survived by the daughter, Mrs. Lewis Bauer, and two brothers, Anton of 
Maribel and Joseph of Denmark.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 27, 1957  P.26
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[d. 11-25-1957 at Caledonia Racine WI/age 77 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Joseph Stradal lot]


LOUIS STRADAL

Louis Stradal, 83, of 1614 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening, 
October 21, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military rites will be accorded Mr. Stradal at the 
graveside by American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88.
Mr. Staradal was born June 3, 1897, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late 
Peter J. and Katherina Dufek Stradal. He was a lifelong Manitowoc County 
resident and married Alma Havlichek Oct. 27, 1920, at Manitowoc. They owned 
and operated a farm at Branch until 1943 when they moved to Manitowoc. Mr. 
Stradal was then employed with Invincible Company, the V.J. Kerscher Company 
and F.C. Heiden Company, retiring in 1962. The couple would have celebrated 
their 60th year of marriage October 27th. He was a veteran of Wold War I and 
a member of Teamsters Local and American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88.
Survivors include his wife, Alma, two daughters and sons-in-law, Delores and 
Chester Deubler and Elaine and Lester Deubler of Manitowoc; two grandsons, 
two grandaughers and a great grandson (private). A brother, Florian, and a 
sister, Clara Lakatos, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday. Memorials 
may be made to St. John United Church of Christ.
Herald Times Reporter, October 22, 1980 P.3
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[husband of Alma Stradal]


ADELINE A. STRANSKY

Adeline A. Stransky, 73, a Manitowoc resident, presently at Park Lawn
Nursing Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday, Jan. 1, at Holy Family Hospital,
Manitowoc.
Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Ms. Stransky, nee Adeline Amelia Stransky was born May 10, 1910, in 
the Town of Kossuth, Manitowoc co., daughter of the late Charles and
Otillie Seidl Stransky.
She was a professional seamstress for many years and for the past 17
years was employed at the Manitowoc Company, retiring in 1975.
Survivors include a brother Frank of Weslaco, Texas and two sisters,
Mrs. Clara Schroeder and (private). She was preceded in death by an
infant sister, Evelyn.
(no newspaper Jan. 1984)
(sent in by family member/see contributors page)
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Adeline A. Stransky, 73, a Manitowoc resident, presently at Park Lawn Nursing 
Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday, Jan. 1, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 
a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial 
will be celebrated by Rev. James J. Stamborski and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Ms. Stransky, nee Adeline Amelia Stransky was born May 10, 1910, in the Town 
of Kossuth, Manitowoc Co., daughter of the late Charles and Otillie Seidl 
Stransky. She was a professional seamstress for many years and for the past 17 
years was employed at the Manitowoc Company, retiring in 1975.
Survivors include a brother and sister-in-law, Frank and Clara Stansky of Weslaco, 
Texas; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Mrs. Clara Schroeder and Florence and 
Adolph Gospodarek of Manitowoc, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death 
by an infant sister, Evelyn.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 9 a.m. Wednesday morning.
Herald Times Reporter, January 3, 1984 P. 3
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(10 May 1910/Jan 1984/SSDI)


CHARLES STRANSKY

Charles W. Stransky, 73, former Kossuth farmer and a contractor in this
city in recent years died last night at his home, 1036 North 13th street,
following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Mittnacht 
funeral home and at 9 o'clock at the Holy Innocents church, the Rev. E.
A. Radey officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Stransky was born in Kossuth in 1876 and in 1904 married Miss Ottilie
Seidl. He operated the homestead farm for several years and at one time
served as town clerk of Kossuth. In 1919 the couple moved to Francis
Creek and in 1930 to this city where Mr. Stransky became a carpenter
contractor. He was a member of the Holy Name society of the Holy Innocents
congregation.
Survivors are his wife, a son, three daughters, a brother, Joseph of
Francis Creek and seven grand-children.
(no newspaper name or date)
(sent in by family member/see contributors page)
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[d. 08-13-1950/age 73 yrs.]


OTTILLIE STRANSKY

Mrs. Charles W. Stransky (photo), of 1326 S. 16th St., Manitowoc, 
died Saturday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following 
an illness of several years. She was 78.
Funeral services will be held at 8:45 a.m. Tuesday at the Mittnacht 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9:15 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic 
Church. Celebrant at the solemn requiem high Mass will be the Rev. E.A. 
Radey, deacon, the Rev. Edward Nowakowsky and sub-deacon the Rev. 
Donald Rose. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The former Otillie Seidl was born on a farm in the Town of Kossuth 
May 7, 1878, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Seidl. Prior 
to her marriage in 1904 she was employed at Evanston, Ill. The couple 
farmed in the Town of Kossuth until 1919, moving to Francis Creek and 
in 1930 to Manitowoc. Mr. Stansky, who died in 1950, was a carpenter 
contractor.
Mrs. Stransky is survived by a son, Frank of Chicago; three daughters, 
Mrs. Ernest Schroeder, Mrs. Adolph Gospodarek and Miss Adeline Stransky 
of Manitowoc; a brother, Frank Seidl of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Louis 
Vraney of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren and a great grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited 
at 7:30 o'clock this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 11, 1956 P.17
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[d. 06-09-1956/age 78 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Charles Stransky lot]


HATTIE G. STRATHEARN

Mrs. John G. Strathearn of Appleton, formerly of 6512 Pine St., Manitowoc, 
died Sunday at Appleton, following a lengthy illness. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Grace Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Keith Haag will officiate with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mrs. Strathearn, nee Kattie Glander was born in Germany, daughter of the late 
August and Clara Raddatz Glander. She came to Manitowoc as a young girl with 
her parents. During the 1920s she owned and operated the Glander Millinery 
Shoppe on Washington Street. She was married to John G. Strathearn July 4, 1925. 
For the past three years she resided with a daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and 
Mrs. Earl Verkins at Appleton. Mr. Strathearn preceded her in death April 25, 
1972. She was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. 
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Earl (Joan) Verkins of Appleton and two 
grandchildren. Four brothers and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Tuesday until 
11 a.m. Wednesday and then at the church until the time of service. Memorials 
may be made to Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Herald Times Reporter, May 5, 1975  P.18 
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[d. at Appleton WI/widow of John G. Strathearn]


JANET N. STRATHEARN

Miss Janet N. Strathearn, 86, of 2005 Division St., Manitowoc, died Sunday 
morning, August 30.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Phipps Memorial Chapel, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. William Plank will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Miss Strathearn was born June 11, 1895, at Kaukauna, Wis., daughter of the late 
John and Sophia Nelson Strathearn. She attended Kaukauna Public Schools and 
Lawrence University, graduating in 1917. She taught high school English at Ripon, 
Wis., and Akron, Ohio, moving to Manitowoc in 1921. She taught English at Lincoln 
High School, Manitowoc, until her retirement in 1955??. Miss Strathearn was a 
member of First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, and 
very active in Masquers Theater. She was a charter member of Manitowoc Chapter 
of American Association of University Women.
Survivors include a niece, Mrs. Earl (Jean) Verkins? of ppleson (sic). She was 
preceded in death by two brothers and a sister.
Friends may all at Phipps Memorial Chapel Tuesday from noon until the time of 
services. The casket will remain closed. A memorial has been established in her 
name. There will be no visitation at the funeral home this Monday evening. Jens 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 31, 1981  P. 3
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[bur. on J.A. Strathearn lot]


JOHN A. STRATHEARN    (d. 1933)

John Ayr Strathearn born 1860 in Waukesha, Genesee Co., WI, son of William 
Strathearn and Janet Merry/Merrie. John Ayr Strathearn married Sophia Inga/Enga 
Nelson 27 March 1889 in LaCrosse, LaCrosse County, WI. Sophia Inga/Enga Nelson 
born 04 Oct. 1865 in Lansing, Allamakee County, IA, daughter of Lars Martin 
Nelson and Guri (Julia) Aslagson. Sophia Strathearn is listed in the "Who's 
Who of American Women" published 1914 by John William Leonard. She was the 1st 
Secretary of the Dept. of Wis. Woman's  Relief Corps, serving 5 consecutive 
terms; President and former Recording Secretary, and District VP of WI State 
Federation of Women's Clubs; recording secretary of WI Consumers' League.
 
Children of John Aird Strathearn and Sophia Inga Nelson:

1.  Robert Merrie Strathearn born 06 Jan. 1891 in Kaukauna, Outagamie County, WI; 
      died Nov. 1929 in Brooklyn, Kings County, NY; funeral services held on Monday 
      afternoon, 02 Dec. 1929 at the Masonic Temple at Manitowoc, WI; burial at 
      Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, WI. Married Helen Lulu Graham on 20 June 1914 
      in Missouri Valley, Harrison County, IA. Helen Lulu Strathearn died 14 Feb. 1918 
      in Brooklyn, Kings County, NY after a lingering illness. Helen Lulu Strathearn 
      buried at Union Cemetery, Kaukauna, WI. 
2.  John Gamel Strathearn born 11 July 1893 in Kaukauna, Outagamie County, WI; 
      married Hattie Glander in Manitowoc, WI; John Gamel Strathearn died 
      25 Apr. 1972 in Appleton, Outagamie County, WI, at the home of his daughter; 
      burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc WI. Wife Hattie Glander Strathearn 
      died 04 May 1975 in Appleton, WI, at the residence of her daughter.
3.  Janet N. Strathearn born 11 June 1895 in Kaukauna, Outagamie County, WI; 
      died 30 Aug. 1981 in Manitowoc, WI; burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, 
      WI.  Occupation:  Teacher 
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Parentage of John Ayr Strathearn:
Father William Strathearn born 1823 in Ochiltree, Ayrshire, Scotland. 
Died 26 Jan. 1899 in Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co., WI. 
Married Janet Merry/Merrie 21 Dec. 1849 in Ochiltree, Ayrshire, Scotland.  
Janet Merry/Merrie born 02 Aug. 1829 in Ochiltree, Ayrshire Scotland, 
daughter of William Merry/Merrie and Margaret Good. William Strathearn 
and Janet Merrie Strathearn with one daughter and one son, and mother, 
Janet Strathearn (born ca 1794 in Ochiltree, Scotland) emigrated from 
Ochiltree, Scotland and arrived at the Port of New York on 28 Aug. 1852, 
on the ship "Harmonia" and settled in Milwaukee County, WI. William 
Strathearn was a master carpenter and helped build many of the early 
churches and buildings in Milwaukee, WI, as well as some of the buildings 
of the State University and Ripon College. In 1885 he became head carpenter 
for the Valley Division of the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad at 
Tomah, Wi. (Source for Occupation is State Historical Society of WI). He 
was well known throughout the State of WI, especially in Scotch circles and 
Curling Clubs as a Scotch ballad singer.
 
Parentage of Sophia Enga Larson:
Father was Lars Martin Nelson born 04 Jan. 1837 in Christiana, Norway. 
Emigrated from Norway with his parents in 1855, locating in Lansing, Iowa.  
Enlisted as a private in Company "C," 6th WI Infantry, and participated in 
the battles of Chancellorsville, the Wilderness, Petersburg, and  Appomatox 
Court House. Promoted from Private to Corporal, and discharged July 14, 1865.
Married Julia Aslagson 30 Jan. 1865 in Lansing, IA. He was a barber by 
occupation, and went to Milwaukee, WI in 1890. Died 07 Sept. 1893 in Milwaukee, 
Milwaukee County, WI. Julia Nelson died in WI.
(all sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
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[bur. 1-1-1934/age 73 yrs/cause: pernicious anemia/bur. on J.A. Strathearn lot]


JOHN G. STRATHEARN    (d. 1972)

John Strathearn, 78, a former Manitowoc resident, died Tuesday at Appleton 
Memorial Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Grace Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Peter Haag will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside services will be conducted by the 
American Legion Drews Bleser Post No. 88.
Mr. Strathearn was born July 11, 1893, at Kaukauna, son of the late John A. 
and Sophie Nelson Strathearn. He attended Kaukauna schools and was graduated 
with the Class of 1913. He also attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, 
taking an agricultural course. He married Hattie Glander July 4, 1925, at 
Manitowoc. The couple resided in Manitowoc. He was a World War I veteran 
serving as private with Co. B. 108th MPS in France from 1917 to 1919. He was 
a rural mail carrier for 30 years retiring in 1962. He was a member of Grace 
Lutheran Church, the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion Drews 
Bleser Post No. 88.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Earl (Joan) Verkins of Appleton, 
a sister, Miss Janet Strathearn, of Manitowoc and two grandchildren. A sister 
and a brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 5 p.m. Thursday and 
at the church Friday from noon until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 26, 1972  P.7 
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[d. at Appleton WI/husband of Hattie Glander Strathearn/bur. on Clara Glander lot]


ROBERT M. STRATHEARN

DEATH CLAIMS R. STRATHEARN, WAS ILL A YEAR 
Son of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Strathearn of This City passes Away At Brooklyn; 
Burial Here
Messages received in the city Wednesday night announced the death at his home 
in Brooklyn, N.Y. of Robert M. Strathearn, 39, son of Mr. and Mrs. J.A. 
Strathearn of 915 Hamilton street. His demise followed a year's illness that 
gradually sapped his strength and brought the end on Thanksgiving eve.
With Mr. Strathearn at the time of his death was his wife and child, and his 
mother, who left here for the east eight weeks ago when advised that her son's 
condition was critical. The remains are being shipped to this city for burial. 
They will arrive here on the Limited train Sunday night and will be taken 
directly to the Masonic Temple on Chicago street. They may be viewed there on 
Monday morning, and funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at two 
o'clock from the Temple, in charge of the local Masonic order.
Born at Kaukauna 
Born in Kaukauna, where the Strathearns formerly resided, the deceased received 
his early education in the Kaukauna schools. He entered the employ of the Union 
Bag and Paper Co. who had a plant at Kaukauna. His advancement was rapid and 
twelve years ago he moved to New York to take a position there in the main 
offices of the company as assistant to the first vice president of the company. 
The Strathearn family moved to this city from Kaukauna in 1918 when Mr. Strathearn 
took a run out of here on the Northwestern. The deceased came west from New York 
in 1919 to wed Miss Ora Gray of Minneapolis, and returning east took up his 
residence at Brooklyn, N.Y. He was a member of the Blue Lodge of the Masonic order 
at Kaukauna, and a Knight Templar in the order at Brooklyn.
Besides his widow and one son Robert B., the deceased is survived by his parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Strathearn, one sister, Miss Janet Strathearn and one brother, 
John, residing here.
Manitowoc Herald News, November 29, 1929  P.2
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[bur. 2 Dec. 1929/age 38/cause: cardiac/died at Brooklyn, N.Y.]


SOPHIA N. STRATHEARN

Mrs. Strathearn, Active in Club Work, Dead at 82 
Mrs. John A. Strathearn, 82, of 507 North Fourth street, former president of 
the State Federation of Women's club and national charter member of the Women's 
Relief Corps, died last night at the Holy Family hospital. She had been a 
patient there two weeks.
Mrs. Strathearn was active in women' club work almost her entire life and was 
prominent in Manitowoc for years in civic, church and welfare work.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Frazier mortuary and 
the Rev. A. C. Fischer of the First Reformed church will officiate in the absence 
of Dr. C. H. Phipps of the First Presbyterian church, who is out of the city.
Mrs. Strathearn was born Sophia Nelson on Oct. 4, 1865, at Lansing, Iowa, shortly 
after her father was discharged from service in the Civil war. The family moved 
to LaCrosse several years later, and her parents became interested in GAR work. 
It was through them, and Philip Cheek, department commander of the Grand Army of 
the Republic, that the Women' Relief Corps. official auxiliary of the GAR, was 
organized in 1883. Mrs. Strathearn, a national charter member, was department 
secretary for five years at the national convention in California, and was 
secretarial aid to William T. Sherman. Later..(line underinked, unreadable) and 
national patriotic instructor. She was honored in 1933 by the local WRC for her 
50 year membership in the organization.
Other Club Activities 
Mrs. Strathearn was recording secretary of the State Federation of Women's clubs 
from 1904 to 1912 and then served as state president in 1913 and 1914. After her 
presidency she became the Wisconsin director on the national board of the General 
Federation and was the first chairman of the "ways and means loan fund for the 
higher education of women." She served as chairman of Theodora Youmans Citizenship 
prize.
She was a charter member of the Kaukauna Women's club, joining in 1897. During her 
administration as state president of the federation, Mrs. Strathearn worked for 
civic betterment through a number of channels..(underinked, unreadable)..part of 
the cleaning up of side shows of the state fair in Milwaukee which she said were 
"nothing for either children or adults to see" and helped launch other campaigns.
Listed in American Women 
In 1930 she represented the federation as a member of the Citizens Unemployment 
committee created by Gov. Walter J. Kohler. Her name was included in the 
biographical volume "American Women", official Who's Who among women from 1935, 
when the book was introduced, until 1939.
Mrs. Strathearn served as president of the Women's Synodical Missionary society 
of the Presbyterian church in 1930 and 1931. She was superintendent of the Sunday 
school of the local Presbyterian church for 20 years, retiring in 1936.
Mrs. Strathearn was married to John Strathearn, a railroad engineer from Milwaukee, 
in 1889. He retired after 50 years service with the railroad, and died in 1931.
Survivors are a daughter, Janet, an English teacher at Lincoln high school, with 
whom Mrs. Strathearn made her home; son, John G. of this city; granddaughter, 
Joan Strathearn, a student at Lawrence college, Appleton; two sisters, Miss 
Grace O. Nelson of Milwaukee and Mrs. Bertha Zekin of Peoria, Ill.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday and the Relief Corps 
will hold special services there at 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 24, 1948  P.2
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[Sophia (Mrs. John)/d. 08-23-1948/age 82 yrs./bur. on J.A. Strathearn lot]


CHARLES C. STRATHMANN

Charles C. Strathmann, 62, of 2205 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc, died Thursday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Leo J. Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Strathmann was born Aug. 3, 1921, at Manitowoc, son of the late Joseph 
and Mary Zych Strathmann, living at Manitowoc all his life. He married 
Jeanette Trottier May 1, 1935, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He was 
a custodian at Lakeshore Technical Institute of Manitowoc for 30 years, last 
working Oct. 2, 1974. He was a member of Viking Snowmobile Club of Valders. 
Survivors include his wife, two sons, John, of Two Rivers and Robert, of 
Saukville; two brothers, Paul, and Joseph, of Manitowoc; four sisters, Miss 
Marie Strathmann, Mrs. Francis (Grace) Blahnik and Mrs. Ethel Walters, of 
Manitowoc, and Mrs. Mildred Jocis, of Sheboygan; six grandchildren and nieces 
and nephews.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, 
where a prayer service will be held at 8 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, October 10, 1974  P.3


JEANETTE M. STRATHMANN

Mrs. Jeanette M. Strathmann, 75, of 2205 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc, died Monday, 
June 8, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, June 11, 1992, at Holy Innocents 
Catholic Church. Rev. David Ruby will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial 
with burial at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc.
Born on November 20, 1916, at Two Rivers, Wis., daughter of the late Armidos 
and Emma Zimmerhakel Trottier. She grew up in Manitowoc and married Charles C. 
Strathmann on May 1, 1935, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded 
her in death October 10, 1974. She was a member of Holy Innocents Parish and 
the Christian Women. Jeanette was an avid gardener and enjoyed crafts.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, John J. and Betty Strathmann 
of Two Rivers and Robert C. and Rita Strathmann of Saukville, Wis.; six 
grandchildren, Debbie, Linda, Mike, Pam, Pat and Susan; five great grandsons; 
brother and sisters include, Betty and Donald Paul of Waupun, Wis., Gladys and 
Steve Kozora of Wellsville, Ohio, Vernon and June Trottier of Manitowoc and 
Bernadine Wachowski of Two Rivers; sisters-in-law, Tess Trottier of Manitowoc, 
nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in 
death by two brothers, Clifford and Floyd Trottier.
Friends may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, 9:30 a.m. to 
11 a.m. on Thursday. Reinbold, Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, assisted 
the family.
Herald Times Reporter, June 10, 1992 P. A2
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[widow of Charles Strathmann]


EDWARD STRATMAN

Stratman, Edward C., 70 of Tucson, passed away Sept. 23, 1977. Survived by a 
son, Edward B. Stratman; sister, Elsa S. Spahn, both of Tucson. Private services 
were held; Interment in Manitowoc, Wisconsin; family requests remembrances to 
VA Hospitals Volunteer Services Chaplain's Fund.
Tucson Citizen, Sept. 26, 1977 page 23
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[d. at Tucson AZ/cremains/bur. on E.A. Raeuber lot]


JACKIE STRAUB

EXTRA 
Boy cyclist is killed by car
Jack Straub, about 16, was fatally injured shortly before one o'clock this 
afternoon when the bicycle he was riding was struck by a car driven by 
George Schadeberg Jr., of 728 S. 22nd street.
The boy, who lives at 720 North 10th street, was struck while riding his 
bicycle on North 11th street, near Huron street, just opposite the McKinley 
school, according to police. 
The injured youth was rushed to the Holy Family hospital, where he died of 
his injuries at 12:41 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 11, 1941  P.3
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PLAN INQUEST IN DEATH OF BOY CYCLIST 
Jack Straub, 11, Dies of Injuries After a Collision with Auto 
An inquest will be held Wednesday or Thursday in the death of Jack Straub, 
11, who died after an auto accident here Saturday, Dr. Theodore Teitgen, 
county coroner said today.
Jack died at the Holy Family hospital shortly after 12:40 p.m. Saturday a 
few minutes after his bicycle collided with a car driven by George Schadeberg, 
Jr., of 728 South 22nd street. The boy, who was the son of Mrs. LaMadaline 
Straub, 720 North 10th street, was hit on 11th street near Huron just opposite 
the McKinley school. Death was caused by a skull fracture and broken neck, 
the police report said. The bicycle was only slightly damaged.
A coroner's jury has been named to sit at the inquest. Members are Ed Jirikovec, 
John Spoentgen, Harry Brandenburg, Dr. George Huwatschek, Walter Todl and 
Joseph Kapitz.
Funeral Tuesday 
Jack Edward Straub, 11, son of John Straub and Mrs. LaMadaline Straub, was 
born in this city in 1930. He was a student in the 6th grade of the McKinley 
school.
Survivors are the parents; brother, Daniel Leigh Straub, of this city; and 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Linder. 
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Pfeffer funeral home, 
the Rev. C. H. Phipps of the First Presbyterian church officiating. Burial will 
be in Evergreen cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 13, 1941  P.2
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[d. 10-11-1941/age 11 yrs./cause skull fracture accident/
bur. on Mrs. Lamadeleine Straub lot]


LAMADELEINE L. STRAUB

LaMadeleine L. Straub (nee Linder) of Hemet, California, died Monday of pneumonia.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 7, 1998, at 10 a.m., at first 
Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Straub was born in Milwaukee, Wis. and graduated from Manitowoc's Washington 
High School and Lawrence College Conservatory. She taught art in Cincinnati, Ohio 
and Tempe, Arizona, in the 1920's. During World War II Mrs. Straub worked for the 
Rationing Board in Manitowoc, and until her retirement in 1966. She was assistant 
Librarian at Lincoln High School. She moved to California in 1984. Mrs. Straub was 
96 years old.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Carolyn Straub of Hemet; 
three grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and one sister, Alice Dedricks of 
Manitowoc. She was preceded in death by one son, Jack, and one sister, Ruth Drumm of 
Manitowoc.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lincoln High School Library, 
Manitowoc Public Library.
The Jens Family Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 4, 1998 P. A2


LUCY KARLMAN STRAUB

Mrs. Lucy Karlmann (sic) Straub, nee Korn, age 57, died early today at the 
St. Agnes hospital in Fond du Lac after a lingering illness.
The body will be brought to this city for burial. Services will be held on 
Monday at 8:30 a.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and at 
9 o'clock at St. Paul's Catholic church, the Rev. Martin Jaekels officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. The body will lie in state at the 
funeral home from Saturday evening until the hour of the funeral.
Mrs. Straub was born in Medford, Wis., on August 28, 1882, and she came to 
Manitowoc as a young girl. She was married here 41 years ago to William Karlmann 
of this city. Mr. Karlmann died 12 years ago. Two years ago she was married to 
John Straub of Fond du Lac and had lived in that city since that time.
Survivors are four children, Ella Karlmann and Mrs. Paul Lerche of this city, 
William Karlmann of Columbiana, Ohio, and Owen Karlmann of Oconto Falls; five 
grandchildren; two brothers, Michael and Frank Korn of Rhinelander; and four 
sisters, Miss Amanda Korn of Rhinelander, Mrs. E. C. Dane of Park Falls, Wis., 
Mrs. Alex Barbeau of Kenosha and Mrs. John Karlmann of Hawkins, Wis. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 26, 1940  P.2
********
[(Mrs. John) Lucy Straub/d. 01-26-1940 at Fond du Lac, WI/age 57 yrs./
cause: chronic endocarditis/formerly Mrs. William Karlman]


ANNA STRAUCH

Mrs. Strauch was buried Sun. afternoon in the city cemetery. 
Her body was found last Thurs. evening in the Manitowoc River. 
Mr. Falge delivered the graveside oration.
Der Nord Westen, 03 Sept. 1891
*******
DROWNED.
On Thursday night of last week Mrs. John Strauch of this city was 
drowned in the river. She had been visiting a friend at the south 
side and about ten o'clock left for home. She proceeded by way of 
Main street; the draw of the bridge was open to allow a barge to 
pass up to the coal docks and she fell in. She shouted for assitance 
and Policman Carle and members of the fire depatment seized a boat 
and went to her assistance. She was found floating near a pile of 
the bridge but her head was under water. Efforts to revive her 
proved unavailing through medical assistance was on hand promptly. 
The woman's clothes kept her floating but their buoyancy seemd to 
tilt her forward so that she was unable to keep her head above 
water.
She was a widow, her husband having died some years, leaving her 
the sole support of eight children. She raised her family well, 
working industriously and asking assistance of no one. Some of her 
children are now self-supporting.
An inquest was held before Justice Falge. The verdict of the jury 
will probably be made the basis of a suit for damages against the 
city. It seems that the bridge lights are at such a distance from 
the draw that they cast but little light on dark nights at the draw. 
The night in question was quite dark and the bridge being turned to 
the north side light was obscured. This accident will cause 
attention to be turned toward some protection against future 
accidents. Bridge gates are certainly desirable if they are kept 
in proper repair.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, September 3, 1891 P. 3
*******
From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-five Years ago (1891)
Drowned - 
On Thursday night of last week, Mrs. John Strauch of this city,was drowned in 
the river. She had been visiting a friend at the south side and about ten o'clock 
left for home. She proceeded by way of Main Street. The draw of the bridge was 
open to allow a barge to pass up to the coal docks and she fell in. She shouted 
for assistance and Policeman Carle and member of the fire department seized a 
boat and went to her assistance. She was found floating near a pile of the bridge, 
but her head was under water. Efforts to revive her proved unavailing though 
medical assistance was at hand promptly. The women's clothes kept her floating 
but their buoyancy seemed to tilt her forward so that she was unable to keep her 
head above water.
She was a widow, her husband having died some years ago, leaving her the sole 
support of eight children. She raised the family well, working industriously and 
asking assistance of no one. Some of her children are now self-supporting.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 7, 1916
*******
[bur. 08-30-1891/cause: accidental drowning]
*******
(First publication October 22, 1891.) No. 101
STATE OF WISCONSIN.-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of Anna Strauch, deceased, intestate.
On reading and filing the petition of Wm. Stephani of the city of Manitowoc, in 
said county, representing among other things that Anna Strauch, an inhabitant of 
said county, on the 27th day of August, A.D., 1891, at said city, died intestate, 
leaving estate to be administered, and that the said petitioner is a creditor and 
brother of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to Wm. 
Stephani granted.
It is ordered that said petition be heard at a special term of said county court, 
to be held on Tuesday the 17th day of November. A.D., 1891, at 10 o'clock A.M., at 
the office of the county judge in the city of Manitowoc in said county.
Ordered further, that notice of the time and place so appointed be given to all 
persons interested, by publication hereof for three weeks successively prior to 
said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at the 
city of Manitowoc in said county.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 22nd day of October, A.D., 1891.
By the Court.
Emil Baensch, County Judge.
Schmitz & Kirwan, Att'ys.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, October 22, 1891 P. 2
*******
Case Sent Back for Trial.
The supreme court yesterday handed down an important decission in 
which it remanded for new trial the case of William Stephani, 
administrator of the estate of Anna Strauch, deceased, against the 
city of Manitowoc.
The case is undoubtedly familiar to the most of our readers. In 1894 
Mrs. Anna Strauch walked off the open draw on Main street and was 
drowned. In 1896, in behalf of the heirs, administrator Stephani, 
brought suit against the city for $5,000 damages. The case was tried 
in the circuit court and a judgement of $1,700 allowed the plaintiff. 
The city appealed to the supreme court and has succeeded in having 
the case retried. Schmitz & Kirwin are fighting the case in behalf 
of the plaintiff and G.G. Sedgwick represent the city. It will be 
tried at the next term of court.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, November 3, 1898 P. 1
(Note: I believe this notice goes with this Anna Strauch and the 
date of her death was 1891, not 1894 as stated in this notice)


ARTHUR STRAUCH

Death came in merciful deliverance to Arthur Strauch, a patient at 
the County Insane Asylum this morning. The lad was 16 years of age 
and during the past two years had been confined at the asylum, 
mentally unsound. He suffered greatly, physicians having little hope 
of being able to perfect a cure. A mother and several brothers and 
sisters survive him. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, December 01, 1900, Page 1
********
From Der Nord Westen, 06 Dec. 1900:
Death Sat. of 16-yr. old Arthur Strauch in the local mental facility 
where he had been since childhood. For several years he had been 
afflicted with epileptic seizures, one of which led to his death. His 
father had been dead for many years and his mother died about 3 yrs. 
ago when she fell into the river. The young man's funeral was held
Tues.
*******
[bur. 12-03-1900/cause: convulsions]


ELISABETH STRAUCH, SR.

From Der Nord Westen, 20 Jan. 1876:
Elisabeth Strauch, Sr. died on 16 Jan. between 9 and 10 in the evening. 
She is the wife of John Strauch, Sr. and was 58 years old. Burial took 
place Tuesday afternoon at 2 p.m.
(Note: This one is a judgement call on my part since the lady's first 
name is not in the cemetery record)


HENRY STRAUCH

Death Tuesday morning in Holy Family Hospital, where he was a patient for a 
long time, of Henry Strauch, a well-known resident of our city. The deceased 
was born in Germany 65 years ago and came to Manitowoc with his parents in 
the 50’s while still a boy. At the outbreak of the war he volunteered with 
an artillery regiment from Illinois and served with it the entire five years 
of the conflict. For many years he had a position in the store of Plumb & 
Nelson here, but had to give it up a few years ago because of declining health. 
He was a member of the local post of the G.A.R. and that organization will be 
giving him the last salute. He is survived by 2 sons.
Der Nord Westen, 17 Oct. 1907
********
DIED:
After an illness of some months Henry Strauch died at the hospital Tuesday 
morning. Mr. Strauch was a civil war veteran and took part in Sherman's 
campaign. He is one of the early settlers of the county, coming here in the 50's. 
After the war he was employed by the Plumb & Nelson Co., with whom he stayed 
30 years. He retired two years ago on account of ill health. He has two sons, 
Walter, of this city, and Julius of Arber Vitae.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, October 17, 1907 pg. 1
*******
[Henry Strauch/bur. 10-18-1907/cause: hemorrhage of the brain]


JOHN STRAUCH    (d. May 1883)

John Strauch of Town Rapids died last Sun. He was 38 years of age,
came to America with his parents when he was three. He was a blacksmith,
and leaves a wife and seven children. He was buried yesterday.
Der Nord Westen, May 10, 1883
*******
John Strauch of Manitowoc Rapids died on Sunday last. For the last few
years he has been in rather poor health. He leaves a wife and several 
children.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday,  May 10, 1883
*******
[bur. 05-09-1883/age 37 yrs.]


JOHN STRAUCH    (d. Sept. 1883)

Sudden Death
An Old Man Drops Dead While Preparing His Supper
His Body Found The Next Morning
John Strauch Sr. was born in 1809, in the province of Hessen Darmstadt, Germany, 
and emigrated to America in 1848, arriving at Manitowoc shortly before Christmas 
of that year. He was a wagon maker by trade and opened his shop on Washington 
Street where Ed. Weinshenk's barber shop now stands.
He had three children, one daughter and two sons. His daughter married Henry 
Schweitzer, foreman at the Nordwesten office. His son John died within the past 
year. His son Henry is at present on the police force of our city.
A number of years ago his wife died and he sold out his shop and bought a farm 
near the city.  Soon after he sold this farm to Gottlieb Pautz and again removed 
to this city.  
He was getting old and could work but little, but, having some money on hand, he 
was able to live on the interest thereof. He married again but this union proved 
unhappy, and the couple were soon after divorced. After some length of time had 
elapsed, he married again. About two weeks ago his wife left to pay a visit to 
her children by a former marriage, in California, intending to return home in a 
few months.
Since that time, Mr. Strauch lived alone. He had built a new house on Washington 
street and was getting the same in shape to be rented as a store. He slept in the 
upstairs where he also prepared his meals.
On Friday afternoon he called on his son-in-law, Henry Schweitzer, at the Nordwesten 
office and showed him a postal card announcing the fact that his wife had arrived 
safely at San Francisco. From here he went to Hoyer's Washington House, drank a 
glass of beer, and bought a quart, which he took with him to the house.
That was the last time he was seen alive. At about seven o'clock that evening, 
Mrs. Shappert, a neighbor, heard him groping about in the shed, getting some wood.
At about nine o'clock the next morning the eight year old daughter of Mr. Shappert 
was sent up to Strauch's room to ask for a scrubbing brush. Running upstairs and 
looking through the rooms, she found the old man lying dead on the floor, in front 
of the cupboard. He was lying flat on his face, his right arm beneath his body, his 
left extended. His cap still covered his head, while his handkerchief was just beyond 
his left hand. Only a little blood was on the floor, near the mouth and nose. The 
cups stood on the table, the tea kettle and milk can were on the stove. Everything 
had the appearance as if the old man has just been preparing his supper, when he 
fell down and expired instantly.
The frightened little girl ran down and informed her father of what she had seen. Mr. 
Schappert immediately went up; saw that her statements were correct and hastened 
down again, and reported the state of affairs to Mr. Paulus, the Third Ward justice 
of the peace. The justice was busy at the time but issued a precept for a coroner's 
jury, and ordered an inquest to be held at two o'clock in the afternoon.
As usual in such cases, all sorts of ugly rumors immediately spread, concerning the 
death of the old man. With some it was suicide, with others poisoning, and murder 
or robbery was by others.
Promptly at two o'clock under sheriff W.H. Hamschemeyer appeared with the jury, 
consisting of F. Doescher, A. Selsemeier, C. Sieker, D. Bleser, J. Block and L. Kunz.  
All repaired to the house of the deceased where the jury were sworn. Dr. Luhman 
made a very careful postmortem examination in the presence of the magistrate and 
jurors, and found that John Strauch Sr. had died of heart disease.
After the postmortem examination, an adjournment was taken to justice Paulus' office 
where the testimony of the witnesses and the physician were taken in proper legal 
form. Without leaving the room, the jury agreed on a verdict in accordance with the 
testimony.
The funeral of the deceased occurred on Sunday afternoon, being attended by a large 
number of citizens. Mr. Adolph Wittman of the Post delivered the funeral address.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times  Tuesday, October 2, 1883, pg. 1
*********
An old man named Strauch died in the 3rd ward on Friday night. It is
supposed of heart disease. He was found lying on the floor, with his
clothes on, Saturday morning.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, October 4, 1883


MARIA STRAUCH

DEATH CAME IN BRIEF TEN MINUTES 
Mrs. Henry Strauch Suffers Stroke of Apoplexy and Expires Suddenly 
STRICKEN RESTING IN CHAIR.
North Side Matron Had Been Feeling Ill For Two Weeks, 
But Condition Did Not Confine Her to Bed-Sad Death.
Sitting in her chair at the home on North Seventh street this morning, Mrs. 
Henry Strauch suffered an attack of apoplexy and in ten ___ minutes had passed 
to the final rest of death. The announcement of her sudden demise come as a 
painful shock to friends of the family and will cause sorrow to many. Mrs. 
Strauch was apparently in robust health and though during the past two weeks 
she had on several occasions complained of feeling ill, was at no time confined 
to her bed and her death is sudden and entirely unexpected. 
At the time of the fatal attack Mrs. Strauch was resting in a chair in the 
dining room at the home and suddenly complained of faintness. A young son, who 
was in the house, hastened to summon a physician who upon arrival administered 
restoratives and had the patient placed in bed. All efforts to revive her proved 
futile, however, and within ten minutes after the attack she passed away. The 
entire body was paralyzed by the stroke and had it been possible to revive her 
she would have been helpless. 
Mrs. Strauch was 49 years of age and was well known in the city where she has 
made her home during the greater part of her life. She was the mother of two 
children, both of whom with the husband survive. By neighbors and friends, Mrs. 
Strauch was held in esteem as a woman of high character, kindly heart and a true 
friend. In the home she was a loving, faithful wife and indulgent mother whose 
presence will be sadly missed. The funeral arrangements have not been made. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, January 26, 1904  P.1
*******
A heart attack took the life of Mrs. Henry Strauch here on Tues. 
Mrs. Strauch had not felt entirely well last week, but was not 
bedridden, and no one anticipated that her death was so imminent. 
Tues. morning she was sitting with her family in the dining room 
when the attack hit. One of the family sons living there immediately 
called for medical help and although the doctor found the patient 
still alive, she died moments later. The deceased reached the age 
of 49 and is survived by her husband and 2 children. The funeral 
will be held tomorrow afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 28 Jan. 1904
*********
Mrs. Henry Strauch, aged 53, passed away very suddenly at her home on North 
Seventh street Tuesday morning at about 10 o'clock. She had complained of 
headaches for some time past but was otherwise apparently in no serious 
condition. She was sitting in a chair Tuesday when she was stricken with 
apoplexy. Death followed in a few minutes.
Mrs. Strauch, whose maiden name was Mary Hinz, was born in West Prussia, Germany, 
August 18, 1850. She came to this country in 1863, marrying Henry Strauch in 1868. 
Her husband and three sons, John, Julius and Walter, survive. The funeral will 
take place tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock from the house. Rev. C.E. Weed will 
officiate.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, January 28, 1904  pg. 1
*********
[Mary/cause: apoplexy]


NIC STRAUCH

NIC STRAUCH DIES THURSDAY AT CHICAGO
Manitowoc Tinsmith Succumbs in Hospital There-
Burial Here on Saturday
Nicholas Strauch, aged 59 years, member of the tinsmith firm of 
Strauch Brothers, South Tenth street, passed away yesterday at 
the Masonic hospital in Chicago, where he has been a patient for 
the past ten days. The remains arrived here this afternoon from 
Chicago and may be viewed tonight at the Pfeffer parlors. Funeral 
services for the deceased will be held from the Pfeffer chapel 
Saturday afternoon at two o'clock, with the Rev. Hood of the St. 
James Episcopal church officiating.
Always Lived Here.
The deceased who was born in this city 59 years ago, and has always 
resided here. He never married. For years he was employed as a 
tinsmith at the Wernecke and Schmitz Co. and when that firm sold out 
he with his brother William, established their own business in a new 
building on South Tenth street. He has not been in the best of health 
for the past few years, but was able to continue working. His 
condition grew rapidly worse a few weeks ago and he decided to place 
himself under the care of specialists in a Chicago hospital. His 
death followed a sinking spell on Thursday.
Besides his brother, William, of this city, he is survived by three 
sisters, Mrs. Josephine Page, Mrs. Charles Der Mars and Mrs. Minnie 
Der Mars, all of Chicago.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, Oct. 24, 1930 P.5
********
[bur. 10-25-1930/age 59 yrs/cause: chronic nephritis/died at 
Chicago, IL/bur. on John Strauch lot]


WALTER STRAUCH

Death Claims W. Strauch at The Hospital
Death yesterday afternoon brought to Walter Strauch, aged 41, the 
end to months of suffering and pain. Mr. Strauch was removed to 
the Holy Family hospital a short time ago and early this week he 
suffered a stroke which caused his demise. 
Mr. Strauch was single, born in this county, and is survived by a 
brother, Julius, of White Lake, who is here to take charge of the 
funeral services which will be held from the Evergreen chapel 
tomorrow afternoon at two o'clock. The body will be interred at 
Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, September 16, 1926 P.2
********
[of cerebral hemorrhage, buried 9/16/1926]


WILLIAM STRAUCH

William Strauch, 83, of 1107 Madison St., Manitowoc, died at 4 a.m. Saturday at 
home after an illness of several years.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Richard Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Strauch was born April 28, 1880, at Brown's Corners, son of the late John and 
Johanna Stephani Strauch. The lifelong Manitowoc County resident never married.
Before retiring in 1945, he had been employed as a sheet metal worker at Manitowoc 
Shipbuilding Inc.
Four brothers and four sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 4, 1964 P. 6
*********
(28 Apr 1880/Jan 1964/SSDI)


JOHN DENNIS STRAUSS

John Dennis Strauss, three-day-old son of Mr. and Mrs. John H. Strauss 
of 1210A S. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday at Holy Family Hospital.
Family funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rt. Rev. Msgr John Landowski officiating. Burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Survivors include the parents; maternal grandparents, (private); paternal 
grandparents, (private); paternal great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank 
Strauss of Clarks Mills and Mr. and Mrs. John Tuschel of Manitowoc. The 
mother is the former (private).
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, May 6, 1967 P.3
********
[d. 05-06-1967/age 3 days/son of Mr. and Mrs. John H. Strauss/
bur. on John Meurer lot]


LEROY H. STRAUSS

LeRoy H. Strauss, 60, the City of Manitowoc Police Chief, of 848 N. 17th St., 
Manitowoc, died Thursday morning, March 21, 1991, at Holy Family Medical Center, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 25, at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Roman 
Zbieranski O.F.M. will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. Graveside military services will be accorded by the American Legion 
Drews Bleser Post No. 88.
Born February 26, 1931, in Clarks Mills, son of Johanna Pieschel Strauss and the 
late Frank Strauss. He was a graduate of Valders High School and served with the 
United States Marine Corps from 1949 to 1952. He was a 38 year member of the 
American Legion Drews Bleser Post No. 88 and served as its Chaplain since 1972. 
He began his police service as a Patrol Officer of the Manitowoc Police Department 
in 1954, was promoted to Detective in 1960, was selected as Inspector of Police in 
1972 and was appointed Chief of Police in 1978 and was currently serving in that 
capacity. Chief Strauss was a graduate of the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College 
and the F.B.I. Academy and his professional affiliations included the Wisconsin 
Chiefs of Police Association, the Manitowoc and Wisconsin Professional Police 
Officers Association, the F.B.I. National Academy Association and the Wisconsin 
Chapter of the F.B.I. National Academy Association. He had announced his retirement 
as Police Chief to be effective April 1st, 1991.
He was a charter member of the Manitowoc St. Vincent DePaul Society, member and past 
President of the St. Mary's Conference of the St. Vincent DePaul Society, member and 
past President and Secretary of the Manitowoc District Council of the St. Vincent 
DePaul Society and was presently serving as President of the Green Bay Diocesan 
Central Council of the St. Vincent DePaul Society. He was also a member of the Knights 
of Columbus Council 710, and had also served on the St. Mary's Catholic Church Parish 
Council, the Catholic Knights and the St. Mary's Mens Club.
Chief Strauss was currently serving his second term as a Supervisor on the Manitowoc 
County Board and also served on various committees including the Expo Board, the 
Ad hoc Committee on Police and Fire Safety Building, the City Safety Traffic and 
Parking Commission, the County Safety Traffic and Parking Commission, the Committee 
for Better Literature and Entertainment and the Commission on Recycling. He further 
was a member of the Manitowoc Eagles Aeries No. 706, a past member of the Board of 
Directors of the Manitowoc-Two Rivers Y.M.C.A., the Manitowoc Senior Center and the 
T.P.A.
He was married to the former Therese P. Kostuhoske, September 19, 1975, in Manitowoc, 
who survives along with a son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Karolyn Strauss of 
Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Kay Lynn and Timothy Bauer of Two Rivers; four 
grandchildren, Melissa and Matthew Strauss, Joseph and Elizabeth Bauer; his mother, 
Johanna Strauss of Clarks Mills; five brothers and sisters-in-law, Harold and Rose 
Mary Strauss, Sylvester and Shirley Strauss, Ralph and Muriel Strauss, Robert and 
Lucille Strauss all of Manitowoc, Francis and Lorraine Strauss of rural Cato; four 
sisters and three brothers-in-law, Viola Hebert of Palm Desert, Calif., Rosallie and 
Jerry Dragovich of Seattle, Wash., Shirley and Douglas Emond of Mishicot, Judy and 
Peter Schaller of Kiel, Wis.; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his 
first wife, the former Mildred Krish on August 1, 1974, and also by two brothers, 
William and Wilbert.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. An 
Eagles Aeries No. 706 Memorial Service will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday and a prayer 
service by Father Roman will be held at 7 p.m.
Chief Strauss was a caring and sharing person and touched the lives of many people. 
A memorial fund has been established in his name.
Herald Times Reporter, March 22, 1991 P. B10
********
[d. 03-21-1991/age 60 yrs./widower of Mildred Strauss]


MARY STRAUSS

Mrs. Strauss of Chicago died of nervous prostration on Saturday last. 
She was a former resident of this city and was then known as Mary 
Berham (sic). Her remains were brought here for interment on Monday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, May 15, 1890 P. 3
********
[Mary C. Strauss/bur. 05-13-1890/age 23 yrs./married/
cause: nervous prostration]
(on same lot with Burham - her maiden name)


MILDRED R. STRAUSS

Mrs. LeRoy Strauss 46, 848 N. 17th Street, Manitowoc, passed away Thursday at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. She was the former Mildred Krish and was born 
July 15, 1928, daughter of the late Edwin Krish and Tillie Sladky Krish. She 
married LeRoy Strauss June 25, 1952 at Holy Innocents Church.
Her husband survives, also a son, Michael and a daughter, Kay Lynn at home; two 
brothers, Donald and Harvey, Manitowoc; her mother, Mrs. Tillie Krish, Manitowoc; 
nieces and nephews. Funeral rites were held Monday at Holy Innocents Catholic 
Church, Manitowoc, with burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
Denmark Press, Thurs., Aug. 8, 1974 page 5
********
[wife of Leroy H. Strauss]


MURIEL M. (KLUCZINSKE) STRAUSS

Muriel M. Strauss, age 76, of 924 N. 13th St., Manitowoc, died peacefully Sunday 
morning, Dec. 21, 2003, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay, surrounded by her 
family. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 26, 2003, at Holy Innocents 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be 
the Rev. Gerald Foley with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
She was born May 19, 1927, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Leo and Clara Krahn 
Kluczinske. On April 15, 1950, she married Ralph Strauss at St. Mary Catholic 
Church, Clarks Mills. Muriel was employed with the United States government during 
her husband's Army tour. She was also actively involved in Girl Scouts for more 
than 50 years. Muriel was the recipient of the Thanks Badge and Thanks Badge II, 
the highest honor bestowed in girl scouting. She was affectionately known as 
"Tooter - The Cookie Mom." She was a member of the Christian Women of Holy Innocents 
Catholic Church and the Manitowoc Chapter of EAA. 
Survivors include her husband: Ralph Strauss, Manitowoc; three sons and daughters-
in-law: Daniel F. Strauss, Green Bay; Jeffrey J. and Sandra Strauss, Clarks Mills; 
CWO2 Andrew R., USMC, and Nicole Strauss, Quantico, Va.; two daughters and sons-
in-law: Susan M. and David Rozmarynoski, Manitowoc; Amy Clara and Allan Kanugh, 
Manitowoc; 10 grandchildren: Kurt, Lindsay and Andrew Rozmarynoski; Samantha, Katelyn 
and Cassandra Strauss; Elizabeth Kanugh; Carissa, Alexis and Connor Strauss; and a 
sister-in-law: Ruth Kluczinske, Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces and nephews, 
including a special niece: Cynda Post and her husband: Elwood and family, Arizona; 
and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Rosemary Strauss, Manitowoc; Rosalie and Dr. 
Jerry Dragovich, Washington; Therese Strauss, Manitowoc; Bob and Lucille Strauss, 
Manitowoc; Lorraine Strauss, Manitowoc; Sylvester and Shirley Strauss, Manitowoc; 
and Shirley and Doug Emond, Mishicot. She was also preceded in death by a brother: 
Ruhl Kluczinske; two sisters: Gertrude Teske and Evangeline Walters; five brothers-
in-law: Harold Strauss; Wilbert Strauss and his wife: Geraldine; Bill Strauss; 
LeRoy Strauss and his first wife: Mildred; and Francis Strauss; two sisters-in-law: 
Viola Hebert and Judy Schaller and her husband, Pete; two nephews: David Walters 
and Bill Kluczinske; and a great-nephew: Tim Post. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Friday until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Pfeffer 
Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements. 
The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to Dr. Giriyappa and the doctors 
and special nurses of the Neuro ICU and IMICU at St. Vincent Hospital for their 
compassionate care.
Herald Times Reporter, December 2003


RALPH J. STRAUSS

Ralph J. Strauss, age 84, a Manitowoc resident, died Monday morning, August 20, 
2012 at Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc, following a long 
and courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease.
He was born on March 22, 1928 in Clarks Mills, son of the late Frank and JoHanna 
(Pieschel) Strauss. Ralph was a Veteran of the United States Navy serving from 
1945 - 1946 and the United States Army serving from 1949 - 1953. On April 15, 
1950 he married the former Muriel Kluczinske at St. Mary Catholic Church, Clarks 
Mills. She preceded him in death on December 21, 2003. Ralph was employed as a 
police officer with the Manitowoc Police Department, retiring in 1980. He was 
also a private pilot and enjoyed farming. Ralph was a member of the Manitowoc 
Chapter of EAA 383, American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88, AmVets Post #99 and 
Eagles Aerie #706. Ralph looked forward to morning coffee with his former co-
workers at Four Seasons every Monday.
Survivors include three sons and two daughters-in-law: Daniel Strauss, Green Bay, 
Jeffrey & Sandra Strauss, Clarks Mills, Major Andrew, ISMC & Nicole Strauss, 
Maryland; two daughters and sons-in-law: Susan & David Rozmarynoski, Manitowoc 
and Amy & Allan Kanugh, Manitowoc; ten grandchildren: Kurt (Mary) Rozmarynoski, 
Lindsay (Derrick) Ferry, Andrwe (Charissa) Rozmarynoski, Samantha, Katelyn & 
Cassandra Strauss, Elizabeth Kanugh, Carissa, Alexis & Connor Strauss; three 
great grandchildren: Tori, Daxton & Cameron Rose Ferry; and another expected 
in October; one sister and two brothers-in-law: Shirley & Doug Emond, Mishicot, 
Jerry Dragovich, Seattle, Washington; three sisters-in-law: Rosemary Strauss, 
Therese Strauss and Lucille Strauss, all of Manitowoc; and a special nephew: 
Bob Teske. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. 
He was also preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers-in-law: Viola 
(Edward) Hebert, Rosalie Dragovich, Judy (Ronald) Schaller; and seven brothers 
and three sisters-in-law: Harold, Wilbert (Geraldine), LeRoy, Francis (Lorraine), 
Sylvester (Shirley), William and Robert Strauss.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 24, 2012 at St. Francis 
of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be 
the Rev. Dave Pleier with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside 
Military Rites will be accorded by American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88.
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Thursday, August 23, 2012. A prayer service will 
conclude the visitation at 7:00 p.m. led by Deacon Paul Kieffer. Friends may also 
call Friday morning at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc, from 9:00 a.m. 
until 10:45 a.m.
Memorials would be appreciated to the Manitowoc Police Association, National 
Alzheimer's Association http://www.alz.org/ or EAA Chapter 383 Young Eagles 
Program.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting 
www.pfefferfuneralhome.com
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
The family would like to thank Dr. Giriyappa, Holy Family Memorial HomeCare Hospice 
and the Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center for all of their loving care and 
compassion given to Ralph and his family.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Aug. 21, 2012


ROBERT C. STRAUSS

Robert C. Strauss, age 78, of 5012 Remiker Lane, Manitowoc, died on Sunday 
evening, Oct. 14, 2007, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. 
Robert was born on Aug. 6, 1929, in the town of Cato, son of the late Frank 
and Johanna Pieschl Strauss. He attended St. Mary's Catholic grade school in 
Clarks Mills. On Feb. 23, 1951, Bob enlisted in the U.S. Army during the 
Korean Conflict being discharged on Feb. 6, 1953. On Oct. 23, 1954, he was 
married to the former Lucille M. Bushman at St. Joseph Catholic Church at 
Alverno. Robert served as a city of Manitowoc firefighter from Jan. 1, 1963 
until Oct. 15, 1981. He was promoted to lieutenant on April 21, 1979. Robert 
was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish, the Catholic Knights, and a 3rd 
degree member of the Knights of Columbus Manitowoc Council. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by his parents; six brothers: Harold, Wilbert, LeRoy, 
Francis, Sylvester and William Strauss; two sisters: Judith Schaller and Viola 
Hebert; two brothers-in-law: Edward Hebert and Ronald Schaller; and three 
sisters-in-law: Geraldine, Muriel and Shirley Strauss. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2007, at St. 
Francis of Assisi Parish-Waldo Blvd. Site. The Rev. Monsignor Jim Vanden Hogen 
will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow at Evergreen 
Cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call at the church on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until 
the time of service. 
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is serving the Strauss 
family. 
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 16, 2007 


DOROTHY WAACK STRECKERT

Dorothy Waack Streckert, age 81, of 2105 S. 42nd St., Manitowoc, entered eternal 
rest Thursday, Jan. 26, 2006, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Steven Hahm officiating. Burial will be at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Dorothy was born Jan. 17, 1925, in the town of Newton, Manitowoc County. She was 
the daughter of the late Ernst and Minnie Carstens Waack. She was baptized and 
made her confirmation vows at St. John's Lutheran Church, Newtonburg. She was a 
graduate of Lincoln High School, with the class of 1942. On May 20, 1944, she 
married Reinhold Waack at St. John's Lutheran Church, Newtonburg. They farmed 
together in the town of Rapids until her husband's death (by farm accident) on 
May 17, 1963. Dorothy later married Henry Streckert on June 13, 1970, at First 
German Evangelical Lutheran Church in Manitowoc. Dorothy was a member of First 
German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Ladies Aid of the church and formerly 
involved with the mixed choir of the church.
Dorothy is survived by her husband of 35 years, Henry; her children: Gary (Jennie) 
Waack, Manitowoc; Steve (Joan) Waack, Manitowoc; Margaret (Mark) Hinds, Brillion; 
Ray (Cheryl) Streckert, Ham Lake, Minn.; Robert (Cheryl) Streckert, Lakeville, 
Minn.; 16 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, brother-in-law, sisters-in-
law, nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends surviving. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; her first husband: Reinhold; three brothers, 
John, Alfred and Erhardt Waack; one sister: Anna Waack Radloff; and one great-
grandchild: Hunter Jasper.
Relatives and friends may call at The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Saturday 
(TODAY) from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and then at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church 
on Sunday from 1:30 p.m. until the time of service at 2:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial would be appreciated to First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran High School.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, 
is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 28, 2006  P. A3


GEORGE J. STRECKERT

George J. Streckert, 94, of 1021 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, died early Tuesday 
evening, August 7, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Larry Ellenberger will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Streckert was born Aug. 17, 1894, in the Town of Eaton, Manitowoc County, 
son of the late Henry and Pauline Streckert. He had resided at Manitowoc and 
was a member of the Senior Citizens.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Backhaus Jr. 
of Manitowoc and Mr. and Mrs. Tom Koevke of Oshkosh; a brother, Gatfred Streckert 
of Chilton; two sisters, Mrs. Adeline Bussee of St. Nazianz and Mrs. Vilas 
Haldorfrin of Hayton, Wis., a grandchild and nieces and nephews. A son, Ronald, 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday 
until noon Friday, when the casket will be moved to the church.
Herald Times Reporter, August 8, 1979  P. 3


OTILLIA STREETER

Otillia Streeter, age 94, of 1235 S. 24th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, June 29, 
1997, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center.
Graveside Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 1, 1997, at Evergreen 
Cemetery. Officiating will be Rev. Robert Simensen.
She was born March 22, 1903, in the town of Franklin, daugter of the late Joseph 
and Antonette Valenta Wacek. She married Franklin B. Streeter on June 14, 1930, 
in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1987.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and Carl Hanson, Flagstaff, 
Ariz.; one sister, Norma Knadle, Manitowoc; two grandchildren, five great 
grandchildren. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two 
brothers and two sisters.
The Jens Funeral Home and Crematory is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 30, 1997 P. A2


GEORGE W. STREHLOW

George W. Strehlow, 82, of 832 N. 6th Street, Manitowoc, died Wednesday, March 20, 
1991, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be concelebrated by Rev. William Zimmer and Rev. 
Benedict Marx. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born April 16, 1906, in Oconto County, Wis., son of the late William and Mary 
Hoeffs Strehlow. He had been employed with Medusa Cement and later with Manitowoc 
Public Utilities from where he retired. He married the former Mary Marx of Phlox, 
Wis., on October 8, 1930, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mr. Strehlow was 
a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Mary; nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. 
He was preceded in death by three brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the 
time of services at 11 a.m. Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 21, 1991 P. B8
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[husband of Mary Strehlow]


GRETCHEN STREHLOW

Mrs. Gretchen Strehlow, 53, formerly of 1419 Philippen St., Manitowoc, 
died at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where 
she had been a patient nine days.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. John United Church 
of Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Gretchen Brey was born June 13, 1911, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of Edward H. and the late Frances Sedlacek Brey. The lifelong Manitowoc 
resident was married to Henry Stinson in 1941. He died in 1952. In 1955, 
she was married to Ben F. Strehlow.
She is survived by a son (private), of Manitowoc, her father, Edward H. 
Brey, of Manitowoc, five brothers, Frederick H. and Rudolph, of Manitowoc, 
William, of Milwaukee and Arnold and John, of Sheboygan, two sisters, 
Mrs. Erwin Rusboldt, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Alger Heise, of Green Bay and 
nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral after (sic) 3 p.m. Friday until 11:30 a.m. 
Saturday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will 
lie in state from noon until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, September 3, 1964 P.11
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[d. 09-02-1964/age 53 yrs./formerly Mrs. Henry T. Stinson]


MARY L. STREHLOW

Mary L. Strehlow, age 91, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, 
and formerly of 832 N. 6th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, December 22, 1996, at 
Shady Lane Nursing Care Center.
Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated by Rev. William Zimmer at 11 a.m. 
Thursday, December 26, 1996, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mary was born March 16, 1905, in Phlox, Wis., daughter of the late Joseph and 
Sophia Bissonette Marx. She married Geroge W. Strehlow October 8, 1930, in 
Manitowoc. Mr. Strehlow preceded her in death March 20, 1991. She was a member 
of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Sacred Heart Christian Women.
Survivors include a brother, Frank (Ruth) Marx, California; a sister, Lucille 
Matucheski, Antigo; also nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was 
also preceded in death by five brothers and four sisters.
Friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Thursday from 10 a.m. unitl 
the time of mass.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 23, 1996 P. A2
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[widow of George Strehlow]


CHARLES STREICH

CHAS. STREICH STRICKEN AT WHEEL OF CAR
Ex-county Official and Head of Streich Oil Co. Dies Sunday
Stricken at the wheel of his automobile while driving on Eighth street 
early Friday evening Charles Streich, former county treasurer and three 
terms register of deeds and founded and head of the Streich Oil Co., 
failed to survive a stroke and passed away at his home 120 So. Fourteenth 
street, Sunday morning at 8 o'clock. News of the death of Mr. Streich was 
a great shock to the city where he had been a life long resident. He was 
60 years of age.
Mr. Streich's death stroke was the second he had suffered in recent months. 
Some time ago he had a light stroke but recovered and had been able to 
attend to business and seemed fully restored. He was driving on So. Eighth 
street when the attack came. Mr. Streich was able to handle his machine and 
drive it to the curb [people] who witnessed his plight, summoned members of 
the family who accompanied the stricken man to his home where his condition 
upon arrival, was found to be helpless and he had to be carried into the 
house. Physicians who where called were unable to do anything and after 
lingering until Sunday morning, death came to relieve him.
Served in Co. Offices
Born here March 15, 1867, Mr. Streich spent his life in Manitowoc. He 
started his career as a car checker in the offices of the C. & N.W. company 
and after a year was appointed superintendent of the warehouse of the company, 
a position he held for sixteen years. He was elected to the county board from 
the Third ward in 1906 and in 1908 was elected register of deeds, holding 
office for three terms. Two years after retiring Mr. Streich was named by his 
party, the Democrats, as a candidate for county treasurer and was elected, 
serving for four years. Later he engaged in the laundry business and six years 
ago established the Streich Oil Company which he had developed as a most 
successful business, the company having three stations in this city and one 
at Two Rivers and at time of his death Mr. Streich was directing erection of 
a new station at Tenth and Franklin street.
Only a few days before his death negotiations had been closed by Mr. Streich 
for the property adjoining the new station at Tenth and Franklin, extending 
to the fire station building, on which he planned the erection of a three 
story garage building during the year.
Was Self Mad Man
Mr. Streich was known as a self made man, his success being built upon his 
own efforts and through dint of hard work. He was a likeable personality and 
had a wide circle of friends throughout the county.
Mr. Streich was twice married, his first wife Josephine Schlier having passed 
away in 1905, and he later married Meta Koch who with three sons and one 
daughter of the first marriage, survive, the children being Harry, Roy and 
Ralph of this city and Mrs. Bruno Delsman of Hartland. His aged father Gustave 
Streich, three brothers, Emil of this city and George and Otto of Chicago and 
one sister Mrs. Abert Neubauer, this city, also survive.
Funeral Wednesday
Decedent was a member of the Elks, the Eagles and the Travelers Protective 
Association, being affiliated with the local branches of the three orders.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 from the home on 
fourteenth strteet, the Rev. Machmiller offiicating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, July 5, 1927 P.2
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Charles Streich Is Laid at Rest
The remains of Charles Streich, who suffered a storke of apoplexy last week 
and who died Sunday, where laid to rest in Evergreen cemetery this afternoon. 
The Rev. Machmiller conducted services from the home at 1209 Fourteenth street 
and at the grave. Pallbearers were John C. Miller, Carl Krieg, Joseph Kaufmann, 
George Bean, Richard Klingholz, Sr., and Dr. A. Belenske.
The funeral was largely attended by friends and relatives and the flower 
offerings were many.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, July 6, 1927 P. 5
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[bur. 07-05-1927/cause: apoplexy]


CLARA A. (STELZER) STREICH

Mrs. Clara A. Streich, 81, of 1420 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Monday following 
a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday in St. John United Church of Christ, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Streich, nee Clara Stelzer, was born Feb. 16, 1897, in Mishicot, daughter 
of the late John and Bertha Hartung Stelzer. She resided in Manitowoc all her 
life and was married to Harry E. Streich June 2, 1921, Manitowoc. He preceded 
her in death Dec. 29, 1966. She was a charter member of Veterans Of Foreign Wars 
Auxiliary and American Legion Auxiliary.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Germaine and Mason Ashford and 
Charlotte and Harold Vallesky, and a daughter, Mrs. Ione Larson of Manitowoc; a 
sister, Mrs. Eda Beck of West Allis, eight grandchildren and 12 great 
grandchildren. A daughter, Marjorie, a grandchild, two sons-in-law, James 
Moldenhauer and Rueben Larson, two brothers and two sisters preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call in Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m Wednesday. 
The casket will be moved to the church at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, where the body 
will lie in state until the time of service. Memorials in Mrs. Streich's name 
may be made to the Cerebral Palsy Center.
Herald Times Reporter, February 6, 1979 P. 3
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[widow of Harry E. Streich]
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HARRY STREICH, SERVICE MAN TAKES BRIDE
At the home of the groom's parents, 1209 South Fourteenth street, the marriage 
of Miss Clara, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Stelzer of Mishicot and Harry, son 
of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Streich, was solemnized last evening, Rev. Machmiller 
officiating. The affair was a quiet one, only near relatives and a few intimate 
friends being aware of the event. The young couple have furnished rooms at the 
home of the groom's parents, where they have already taken up their abode. Mr. 
Streich served in the world war.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 3, 1921 P. 1


EMIL STREICH

Streich's Body Taken From Lake Today 
BODY FOUND IN TANGLED FISHING NETS
Fisherman, Lifting Nets, Find Body of Local Man Missing For a Week 
After being missing for a week, the body of Emil Streich, 64, well known 
Manitowoc business man, was found this morning tangled in the lead of the 
pond nets along the shore between here and Two Rivers. Richard Lade and his 
son Edwin, Manitowoc fisherman visiting their nets this morning found the 
body about a mile and a half due north of the piers.
Finding of the body of Mr. Streich this morning cleared up his sudden 
disappearance last Wednesday night, when, after eating his supper as usual 
at the home, 610 Jay street, he left and was never seen again. He had not 
appeared despondent to his wife or to his friends about the Capitol Hotel 
and the theory is that he stumbled and fell while walking along the south 
__ar of the breakwater and was drowned. 
For many years the deceased has been afflicted with a halting step and this 
made it exceedingly difficult for him to get around. This condition, it is 
believed, hampered his ability to get along on the narrow walk on the pier 
and it is believed that he stumbled and plunged into the water with no one 
at hand to rescue him.
Coast Guard Called
Mr. Lade and his son were unable to raise the body of Mr. Streich from their 
nets so they came back into port in their boat and notified the police. The 
latter called the Two Rivers coast guard station and the men from there went 
out, recovered the body and brought it to the Lade dock at the foot of North 
Seventh street where it was turned over to the police. 
The body was fully clothed, just as Mr. Streich left his home a week ago. A 
diamond ring, which he always wore was on his finger. 
The finding of the body a short distance north of the harbor piers bears out 
the theory that the body seen floating in the lake off the south pier last 
Thursday soon was that of Mr. Streich. However, it was lost sight of at that 
time and could not be located by the coast guard.
The fact that the deceased did not return to his home last Wednesday night 
did not alarm his wife. She thought he might have gone on a motor trip with 
friends although he had left his glasses at home, which was unusual. Late 
the next day she notified the police and sheriff's office to start a search 
for him.
Born Here in 1869 
Mr. Streich was a native of Manitowoc having been born here in 1869 and always 
made his home here. He was engaged in numerous business enterprises in the city 
including operation of a laundry, barbershop and grocery store. He learned the 
barber trade in early life and operated a shop for many years on South Eighth 
street. 
With his brother, the late Charles Streich he opened a laundry in the city which 
they continued for years. Still later Mr. Streich opened a grocery store on the 
south side, which he later disposed of to William Daeke.
In his young days Mr. Streich was a prominent horseman of the city, owning a 
string of race horses and being a member of the old Manitowoc County Riding 
and Driving club. At one time he was a candidate for register of deeds.
Several years ago he opened a curb pump gasoline station on Jay street, in front 
of the Capitol Hotel Annex. This he operated until six weeks ago when he closed 
out this business. 
Widow Survives 
In 1895 Mr. Streich was married to Miss Anna Hessel who survives him with one 
sister, Mrs. Albert Neubauer, city, and a brother George Streich of Chicago.
Funeral services were held at 5 p.m. today from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home and with a short service at the grave in Evergreen cemetery.
The funeral services this afternoon were private.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 26, 1933   P. 2
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Also see page 2 article in Manitowoc Herald Times of July 21, 1933,  which 
reported Streich's disappearance.
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(Note: Stone has the wrong d. year)
[Emil John Streich/bur. 07-26-1933/age 63 yrs/cause: drowning]


GUSTAVE STREICH

STREICH DEATH LEAVES BUT ONE SURVIVOR NOW 
Paul Reiderer Only Survivor of First Fire Company Here, 
With Passing of Gustave Streich 
With the death yesterday at the hospital here of Gustave Streich, 84, pioneer 
resident of the city, there is now but one survivor of the first volunteer fire 
company in Manitowoc. He is Paul Reiderer, South Tenth street. Up to the time 
of Mr. Streich's death they were the two remaining survivors of the volunteer 
fire company that was organized here in the early village days of Manitowoc.
Mr. Streich's death on Wednesday afternoon followed a month's confinement in the 
Holy Family hospital, where he gradually failed from a throat infection. 
Funeral services will be held on Friday afternoon at two o'clock from the Wattawa 
and Urbanek chapel with burial at Evergreen.
Lived a Retired Life
For the past several years Mr. Streich has been living a retired life, making his 
home with his son, the late Charles Streich, 1209 South Fourteenth street, and 
continuing to live there with his daughter-in-law, Mrs. Charles Streich. The 
deceased was the operator of the first dray line in Manitowoc, and in many ways 
was identified with the early day business life of the community.
Establish First Dray Line 
Born in Germany, January 17, 84 years ago, the deceased came to America with 
his parents at an early age. The family first settled at Milwaukee, and after 
a few years residence there moved to Manitowoc. Here Mr. Streich grew up and 
engaged in business. He established the first dray line in the city and was one 
of the organizers and members of the first volunteer fire department in the city. 
He was married here to Miss Minnie Reitz, who preceded him in death ten years 
ago.
After Mr. Streich retired from the dray business he was employed for a number of 
years by the city, and ten years ago retired to private life. He is survived by 
one daughter, Mrs. Albert Neubauer, three sons, Emil, of this city, Otto and 
George of Chicago, and one sister, Mrs. Lacompty of Montague, Mich., and fourteen 
great grandchildren.
The Wattawa and Urbanek chapel will be open tonight until 10 o'clock and tomorrow 
up to the time of the funeral for these desiring to view the remains.
Manitowoc Herald News, September 4, 1930  P.2
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Gustave Streich, 84, Pioneer Resident, Dies At Hospital
Gustave Streich, aged 84, for a number of years employed as a bridge tender for 
the city and pioneer resident died at the Holy Family hospital at 1:30 this 
afternoon, after a long illness which developed a serious throat infection that 
was responsible for his demise. Mr. Streich was widely known.
For a number of years he had lived a retired life and part of the time made his 
home with his daughter, Mrs. Albert Neubauer, South Tenth street. Funeral 
arrangements have not been made.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, September 3, 1930 P. 1
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[bur. 9-5-1930/age 84 yrs/cause: carcinoma of larynx]


HARRY STREICH    (d. 1966)

Sergt. Harry Streich arrived home yesterday afternoon with his 
honorable discharge. He was a member of the 340th infantry of the 
Eighty-fifth division and saw eight months of overseas service with 
that unit but was not privileged to reach the front line. He is a 
son of County Treasurer Charles Streich.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, April 29, 1919 Page 1


HENRY STREICH

A SAD ACCIDENT.
On Friday two sons of Gus. Streich went up to Neshoto to look up 
a load of Christmas trees. After reaching the grist mill the elder 
fed the horse and leaving the younger to watch him, went into the 
woods to look up suitable trees. On his return the lad was not to 
be found and nothing could be learned of him except that he had 
been in the mill and had gone out sometime before. After looking 
around some he thought the boy might have got tired of waiting and 
gone home, so he came home. As nothing had been heard of him here, 
the anxious father returned at once to Neshoto where he searched 
the remainder of the day, and resumed his search early in the 
morning. About noon the body was found near where the boy had fallen 
through the ice on the river.
Henry was a very bright lad of about 12 years and his loss will be 
severely felt not only in his own family, but by his friends and 
playmates.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, December 16, 1884 P.5
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Henry Streich a boy 12 years of age, son of Gus. Streich of this city was 
drowned in the mill pond at Neshoto on Friday last. He and an older brother 
went to that village to get a load of Christmas trees. The younger one was left 
at the mill until the brother should return after having prepared the trees. The 
boy left at the mill went out on the pond and fell through the ice. No one saw 
the accident and boy's fate was unknown until his body was found the following 
day.
Manitowoc Pilot, December 18, 1884 P. 3


IDA B.A. STREICH

Name: Streich, Ida B. A.
D.: 9/2/1877
B.: 11/27/1876
Reg. D.: 12/27/1877
Sex: M?/W
Age at Death: 9 Mo. - 6 Da.
B.P.:
D.P.:
Cem.:
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. F. A. O. Pieper
Spouse:
F.: Gustav Streich
M.: Wilhelmine Streich
Cause of Death: Weakness, Summer Complaint
Pg. #: v.1 p.243


JOSEPHINE STREICH

From Der Nord Westen, 10 Sep. 1903:
After a stomach illness of only 8 days Mrs. Charles Streich died here 
Fri. The deceased was born in our county 38 yrs. ago and is a sister of 
John Schleier. In addition to her husband and 4 children she is survived 
by her parents, one brother and 4 sisters. The funeral was held Sun. 
afternoon.
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[bur. 09-06-1903/cause: peritonitis]


JUANITA E. STEICH

Juanita E. Streich, 81, a resident of Shady Lane Home, formerly of 2230 Russell 
Lane, Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Friday afternoon, September 29, 1990 at Holy 
Family Medical Center. Funeral services will be 11 am Monday at Phipps Memorial 
Chapel of the First Presbyterian Church. Rev. William Plank will officiate with 
burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born October 17, 1908 at Two Rivers, Wisconsin, daughter of the late 
Albert and Amelia Sell Peterke. She grew up and was educated at Two Rivers, 
Wisconsin. She and her husband moved to Manitowoc in 19??, She was an employee 
of Schwartz Manufacturing Company in Two Rivers for many years. She also did 
volunteer work at Park Lawn Home. She was married to Ralph F. Streich November 21, 
1930 at Waukegan, Illinois. He preceded her in death November 15, 1961. Mrs. 
Streich was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Memorial Hospital Auxiliary 
and BFW (VFW?)
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Douglas and Katherine Streich of 
Manitowoc; three beloved grandchildren, Barbara and her husband, Steven Broehm, 
Connie and her husband, Thomas Mraz and Michael Streich, all of Manitowoc; a 
great granddaughter, Sara Mraz; a sister, Ruth Peterke of Manitowoc; nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two brothers, 
Carl and Merl Peterke.
Friends may call at the chapel on Monday from 9 am until 11 am. there will be no 
Sunday visitation at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Sept. 30, 1990  page B12
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[widow of Ralph F. Streich]


KATHERINE FRANCES STREICH

Mrs. Douglas (Katherine) Streich, age 63, of 4512 Bleser Ct., Manitowoc, died 
Thursday morning, April 29, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, after 
a courageous battle with cancer.
Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. Monday May 3, 1999, at St. Paul United 
Methodist church. Rev. Jim Barnes will officiate with burial to follow at 
Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Katherine Karlin was born June 26, 1935, at Manitowoc, daughter of 
the late William and Ruth Greibling Karlin. She graduated from Lincoln High School 
in 1954. On June 23, 1961, Katherine was married to Douglas R. Streich at Illinois. 
She was employed by Eastman Employees Credit Union for 25 years retiring January 31, 
1997. Katherine was an active member of St. Paul United Methodist Church.
Survivors include her husband Douglas, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law, 
Michael (Cheri) Streich, Manitowoc; two daughters and two sons-in-law, Barbara 
(Steven) Broehm, Manitowoc; Connie (Robert) Kolbeck Jr., Manitowoc. Grandma will 
be especially missed by her three loving grandchildren, Briana Broehm, Sara Marz, 
Brandon Kolbeck; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Joseph (Sandi) Karlin, 
Whitelaw, Paul (Nancy) Karlin, Manitowoc, Charles Karlin; three sisters and brothers-
in-law, Dorothy (John) Kreie, Manitowoc, Patricia (Roland) Dillon, Fort Atkinson, Wis., 
Mary (John) Murray, Madison, Wis.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also 
survive. She was preceded in death by two brothers, William and Peter.
Relatives and friends may call at St. Paul United Methodist Church on Monday from 11 
a.m. until the time of services.
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Services, Manitowoc is serving the family.
God saw you were getting tired
and a cure was not to be;
So He put His arms around you
and whispered,"come with me".
With tearful eyes we watched you suffer,
and saw you fade away;
Although we loved you dearly,
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands to rest;
That broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best!
Herald Times Reporter, April 30, 1999 P. A2
*******
(Nickname in obituary heading "Kibby")


LILLIAN M. STREICH    (d. 1985)

Mrs. Lillian Mary Streich, 84, of 705A Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
March 9, at her residence.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Harold Berryman will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Streich was born May 25, 1901, in the Town of Kellnersville, daughter of 
the late Matthew and Elizabeth Steuber Radey. She was married to Roy Streich, 
Dec. 9, 1922, at Sheboygan. The couple coming to Manitowoc to reside. Her husband 
preceded her in death in 1949. Mrs. Streich was employed for many years at Holy 
Family Hospital in the Lab Department.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Ruth and John Lesperance Sr. and 
Dorothy and Keith Crocker all of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Alvina Glysch of 
Manitowoc; nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She was preceded in 
death by a brother, Adolph and a grandchild.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 
from 8:30 a.m. until the time of services on Wednesday. A prayer service will be 
7:30 p.m. Tuesday by Father Harold Berryman.
Herald Times Reporter, March 11, 1985 P. 3
********
[widow of Roy C. Streich/bur. on Charles Streich lot]


MINNIE STREICH

CHRISTMAS JOY SHADOWED BY A VISIT OF DEATH 
Christmas was a day of sadness instead of joy to the family of Mrs. Minna 
Streich, the shadow of death casting its pall when Mrs. Streich passed away 
Christmas eve at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Albert Neubauer, So. Tenth 
street with whom she had made her home of late years. Mrs. Streich had been 
an invalid for nine years and a stroke of paralysis suffered just before 
death caused her demise.
Mrs. Streich was 73 years of age and was born in Germany. She came here as 
a child of three years and had always made her home here. Besides her aged 
husband she is survived by five children, four sons and one daughter, County 
Treasurer Charles Streich, Emil and Otto of this city and George of Chicago 
and Mrs. Neubauer. One brother Charles Reitz, of Milwaukee, a sister, Mrs. 
Christ Kanzier, this city, seven grandchildren and three great grand children 
also survive. 
The funeral was held this afternoon at the German Lutheran church, Rev. 
Machmiller officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, December 27, 1920  P.4 
*******
[bur 12-27-1920/cause: cerebral hemorrage/bur. on Gustav Streich lot]


NORMAN STREICH

Mr. and Mrs. Emil Streich, 250 So. Eighth street, are passing through 
a sad hour of affliction. Their infant son died this morning after a 
short illness of diphteria. The child was three years of age. The 
sympathy of the community is extended tot he sorrowing parents.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, January 20, 1899 P. 1 
********
Death Fri. (20 Jan.) of the 3-yr. old son of Emil Streich 
after a two day illness. The burial took place Sun.
Der Nord Westen, 26 Jan. 1899
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Norman Streich, son of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Streich of this city, aged 3 
years 5 months died on Friday last. The funeral took place on Sunday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, January 26, 1899 P. 3
*******
Funeral services for Norman, little son of Mr. and Mrs. 
Emil Streich, were held at the home yesterday afternoon. 
Many sympathizing friends of the bereaved parents were 
in attendance and the coffin was profusely ladened with 
flowers.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, January 23, 1899 P.1
******
We desire to express our sincere thanks to friends for 
their kind words and loving tokens of sympathy in our 
recent loss. MR. AND MRS. E. STREICH.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, January 23, 1899 P.1
*******
[cause: diptheria]
 

RALPH F. STREICH

Ralph R. Streich(sic), 60, of 2230 Russell Ln., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
at 2 p.m. Wednesday at his home of a coronary heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. M. J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Streich was born June 30, 1901, at Manitowoc, son of the late Charles and 
Josie Schleier Streich. His father was register of deeds for several terms in 
Manitowoc County. Mr. Streich attended Manitowoc public schools. He married 
the former Juanita Peterke of Two Rivers in 1930. Until two years ago he was 
a member of the Streich Oil Co., serving as its vice president. Before his 
retirement in 1955 he was employed by Schuette Construction Co. He served in 
the U.S. Navy from 1920 until 1924. 
He was an ardent sportsman and lover of horses. 
Surviving are his wife, a son, Douglas, at home, a sister, Mrs. Elsie Delsman, 
of Hartland, a brother, Harry, and stepmother, Mrs. Stanley Holland, of Manitowoc 
and nieces and nephews. His parents and a brother, Roy, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 16, 1961  P.25
*******
[d. 11-15-1961/age 60 yrs.]


ROY C. STREICH

Roy C. Streich, 52, of 2428 Meadow lane, died Thursday afternoon at Holy Family 
hospital following a short illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Pfeffer funeral home, 
the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
He was born in 1897 in Manitowoc, and always lived here. He was formerly assoc-
iated with the Streich Oil company. In 1922 he married Lillian Radey.
Survivors are his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Edgar Olm of Meeme and Mrs. Keith 
Crocker of Manitowoc; two brothers, Harry of Manitowoc, and Ralph of Two Rivers; 
sister, Mrs. Bruno Delsman of Hartland; mother, Mrs. Stanley Holland of Manitowoc; 
three grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the time of the services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 26, 1949  P.2
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[bur. 08-27-1949/age 52 yrs./bur. on Charles Streich lot]


WALTER STREICH

Death Record:
Streich: Walter J.C.....Sep. 12, 1886


WILHELMINA STREICH

The 5 mo. 9 da. old daughter of Gustav Streich last Fri.
Der Nord Westen, 26 May 1881
********
1881 May 20  STREICH  Wilhelmine B.A.  v.3 p.59
"Manitowoc County Pre-1907 Death Index"
*********
[Gust Streich/bur. 05-22-1881/male]
(Note: Many children's entries were in their father's name, this looks
like one of them)


WILLIAM STREICH    (d. 1912)

Wm. Streich, aged 36 years, died at Chicago Wednesday of last week 
of pneumonia after an illness of five weeks. He was a son of Mr. 
and Mrs. Gustave Streich, 1118 South Tenth street and previous to 
taking up his home at Chicago conducted a barber shop in this city. 
Besides his parents he is survived by four brothers and one sister, 
Charles, Emil and Mrs. Albert Neubauer of this city and Otto and 
George of Chicago. The body was brought here for burial. The funeral 
was held Sunday afternoon. Rev. Machmueller officiated. Interment 
was in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, February 15, 1912  pg. 1
*******
[cause: tuberculosis]


EMIL STRICKER

Emil Stricker, 86, of 21 N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died Saturday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc. He had been residing at the Park Lawn Nursing Home, 
Manitowoc, the past six years.
Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
with the Rev. George Knudson officiating and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Stricker was born Aug. 19, 1882, in the Town of Liberty, Manitowoc County, 
son of the late Karl and Wilhelmina Kollart Stricker. He attended schools in the 
Town of Liberty and, as a young man, sailed the Great Lake for many years. In 
1922 he was employed by Portland Cement Co. at Manitowoc and retired in 1953.
He was a member of the First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
He is survived by a half-brother, Henry of Little Sturgeon and several nieces and 
nephews. Four sisters and one brother preceded him in death. 
Friends may call after 6 o'clock this Monday evening at the funeral home where at 
9 o'clock the Lutheran Church Brotherhood will have a memorial service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 16, 1968  P. 7
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[bur. on George I. and Alice Allen lot]


ESTHER STRICKER

Mrs. Esther Stricker, 88, of 921 N. 9th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday evening, 
June 7, at the residence.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The 
Rev. Richard Lind will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Stricker was born Dec. 9, 1892, at Menominee, Mich., daughter of the late 
Charles and Matilda Petersen Hanson. She attended schools in Michigan. She was 
married to William Stricker March 15, 1910, at Sturgeon Bay, the couple moving 
to Manitowoc to reside. He preceded her in death in 1959. Mrs. Stricker was a 
member of First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include four daughters and a son-in-law, Mrs. Emma Kimber, Mrs. Beatrice 
Berglund and Alice and Geroge Allen of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Adeline Austad of 
Sturgeon Bay; two half brothers, Royal Berggren of Menominee, Mich., and Grant 
Berggren of Marinette, Wis., four grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and 
nieces and nephews. She was preceded in by (sic) two brothers, two sisters and her 
stepfather.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday 
until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, June 8, 1981 P. 3
*******
[widow of William P. Stricker]


WILLIAM STRICKER

William Stricker, 82, of 921 N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon at 
Bellin Memorial Hospital, Green Bay, where he had been a patient three days. 
The past five years he had been a patient at Hickory Grove Sanitorium, West 
DePere
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The 
Rev. Arthur Johnson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Stricker was born in the Town of Liberty, son of the late Karl and Wilhelmina 
Collard, Nov. 4, 1876. He married Esther Hanson in 1911 at Marinette and the 
couple resided at Manitowoc. He was employed aboard the tug Arctic as foreman 21 
years before it was beached. Subsequently he was employed in the same capacity on 
the tugs Pitts and Reiss. In 1939, he was employed as a night foreman at Manitowoc 
Shipbuilding, Inc., remaining until retiring in 1951. He was a life member of the 
Men’s Brotherhood of First Lutheran Church.
Surviving are his wife; four daughters, Mrs. George Allen and Mrs. Bror Berglund 
of Manitowoc and Mrs. Orville Austad and Mrs. Ed Kimber of Sturgeon Bay; a sister, 
Mrs. Alvina Meyers of Menominee, Mich.; and two brothers, Emil of Manitowoc and 
Henry of Little Sturgeon, and grand children. Three sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 20, 1959  P. 22
*******
[d. 05-18-1959 at Green Bay WI/age 82 yrs.]

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