AUGUSTE WIHSMANN

FALL HASTENS DEATH OF CITY PIONEER, AGED 76
Her death hastened by a fall which she suffered in February, Mrs. John Wihsmann, 76, 
of 1421 South Thirteenth street, passed away last night at the Holy Family hospital. 
She has been an invalid for the past two years. The remains were removed to the home 
this afternoon from the Pfeffer funeral home and funeral services will be held 
Tuesday afternoon at two from the home in charge of Rev. Koeninger of the German 
Lutheran church, with interment at Evergreen.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Augusta Marquardt, was born in Germany in 1856 
and came to this country in 1888 with her husband, John Wihsmann, to whom she was 
married in 1879. Besides her husband she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Anna 
Pherigo of Chicago, three sons, Otto of the city, William of Milwaukee and Arthur 
of Fond du Lac; three brothers, Herman, Ferdinand and John, all of this city, one 
sister, Mrs. Herman Pautz of this city, and five grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. March 12, 1932 P. 2
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[Augusta Wihsmann/cause: hypostatic pneumonia fracture neck of femur/
bur. on John Wihsmann lot]


ALVINA WIHSMANN

Funeral services will be held Tuesday for Mrs. Alvina Wihsmann of 16561 Fulton 
Terrance, Tinley Park, who died Friday in Hazel Crest General Hospital, after 
a short illness. Services will be conducted in the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, Wis., by the Rev. Paul Blaufuss. Burial will take place in Evergreen 
Cemetery there.
The body will lie in state Sunday afternoon and evening at the Hirsch Chapel, 
Tinley Park. 
Mrs. Wihsmann was born in Milwaukee, Wis., November 14, 1884 and had lived in 
Tinley Park for the past 13 years. Survivors include one son, Ottmar of Tinley 
Park; one daughter, Mrs. Anita Lutzke of Tinley Park and two grandchildren. She 
was preceded in death by her husband, Otto in 1944.
Chicago Heights Star, Sun., April 10, 1960 page 16
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[d. 04-08-1960 at Hazel Crest Chicago IL/age 75 yrs./
cause: cerebreovascular accident-thrombosis/widow of Otto Wihsmann]


ALYCE S. WIHSMANN

Alyce S. Wihsmann, 70, of Orland Park, Ill., died Tuesday, April 7, at Palos 
Community Hospital, Palos Heights, Ill.
Funeral services will be 8:30 p.m. Friday at Hirsch Memorial Chapel, Tinley 
Park, Ill. Burial will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wihsmann was born in 1910 in Chicago. She was preceded in death by her 
husband, Ottmar, in 1974 (sic).
Friends may call at Hirsch Memorial Chapel Friday until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, April 9, 1981 P. 3
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[d. Palos Heights, IL/widow of Ottmar Wihsmann/bur. on Alvina Wihsmann lot]


JOHANN WIHSMANN  (d. 1932)

J. WIHSMANN DIES, 71 YEARS
Funeral Will Be Held Here Saturday Afternoon
John Wihsmann, aged 71 years, who came to Manitowoc from Germany in 1888, 
died Wednesday afternoon at the home of his son, Otto, 1416 Division street. 
Complications due to advancing years were the cause of his death. Funeral 
services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the home of the son on 
Division street with Rev. Koeninger officiating with interment at Evergreen 
cemetery.
The deceased was born in 1853 in Germany and was married there in 1879 to 
Augusta Marquardt. They came to this country in 1888, settling in this city. 
Mrs. Wihsmanns died last March.
One daughter, Mrs. Lyman Pherigo, Chicago, three sons, Otto of this city, 
William of Milwaukee and Arthur of Fond du Lac, three brothers, Robert of 
this city, Ernst and August of Germany and a sister Caroline, also in Germany, 
survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 27, 1932 P. 2
(Note: The age appears to be wrong in the obituary)
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[bur. 10-29-1932/age 79 yrs/cause: mitral regurgitatir-chronic nephritis]


OTTMAR A. WIHSMANN

Ottmar A. Wihsmann, 64, died Sunday at his home in Goose Lake Village. He is 
survived by his wife, Alyce and one sister, Mrs. Anita Lutzke of Tinley Park.
Wihsmann was born July 22, 1909 in Manitowoc, Wis., son of Otto and Alice 
Wihsmann. He lived in the Goose Lake area for the last three years, coming from 
Tinley Park. He was a retired government employee.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at Reeves Funeral Home at 9:30 am to the 
Bethlehem Lutheran Church at 10 am the Rev. N.R. Wigtil officiating. Burial will 
be in the Evergreen Cemetery at Manitowoc, Wis.
Chapel hours are Monday from 7-10 pm and Tuesday from 2-5 pm and 7-10 pm.
Morris Daily Herald, Mon., Aug. 27, 1973 page 5
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[d. 08-26-1973 at Grundy IL/bur. on Mrs. Alvina Wihsmann lot]
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White gowns, those worn by the attendants accented by touches of color, were 
chosen by Miss Alyce Schenkel of Chicago for herself and her bridesmaids to 
wear today at the ceremony wherein she is to become the bride of Ottmar A. 
Wihsmann of this city, son of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Wihsmann, 1416 Division street. 
The bride's parents are Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schenkel of Chicago.
Mr. and Mrs. Otto Wihsmann, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Zima, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence 
Meihsner and Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Danz of this city are at the wedding which 
is scheduled to take place at 4 o'clock this afternoon at the St. Matthew's 
Evangelical church, Chicago.
The bride's princess gown is of white angel skin lace, entrain, and it has a 
standup collar and long sleeves. The veil which she wears over it is caught 
with valley lilies and myrtle. She carries an armful of lilies.
Her maids, the Misses Anita Wihsmann of this city and Eleanor Kleman and Betty 
Baird of Chicago, and her matron of honor, Mrs. Edna Forbes of Chicago, wore 
white frocks of point d'esprit. Mrs. Forbes' is trimmed with chartreuse and 
the bridesmaids' with aqua.  They all carry colonial bouquets and ear white 
horsehair braid hats. The flower girl, Geraldine Schenkel of Chicago, niece of 
the bride, also wears a white point d'esprit frock and it has pink trimmings. 
Raymond Koehntop of Rosendale is the groom's best man and only attendant.
A reception and dinner will be held this evening. Mr. Wihsmann will bring his 
bride to live in Manitowoc at 1420 Division street. Mr. Wihsmann attended 
Lincoln high school and Marquette university.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 27, 1936  P. 8
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Mrs. Otto Wihsmann, who resided at 1416 Division street in the city, has moved 
to Tinley Park, Ill., where she is making her home with her son and daughter-
in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Ottmar Wihsmann. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 27, 1973  P. 5
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Ottmar Wihsmann
United States Social Security Death Index
Age 64  
Given Name Ottmar  
Surname Wihsmann  
Birth Date 22 Jul 1909  
State Wisconsin  
Last Place of Residence Morris, Grundy, Illinois  
Previous Residence Postal Code 60450  
Event Date Aug 1973  


OTTO WIHSMANN    (d. 1944)

Otto Wihsmann, 60, of 1416 Division street, member of the plumbing contracting 
firm of Hardow and Wihsmann, South Tenth street, died suddenly of a heart attack 
this morning at 11 o’clock at his home.
He had gone to work as usual this morning and a short time later was taken ill 
and brought to his home, where he died a short time later.
Mr. Wihsmann was born in Germany in 1883 and when a boy accompanied his parents 
to this city. After completing school he learned the plumbing trade and for several 
years was employed as a journeyman plumber by Manitowoc firms.
In 1921 he formed a partnership with Charles Hardow and Wihsmann which has since 
operated here. He was a Mason and Knights Templar and a member of the Eastern Star. 
He was also affiliated with the Royal League. 
In 1908 he married Miss Alice Hackbarth of this city. She survives with a daughter, 
Mrs. Harold Lutzke, of this city; son, Ottmar, a member of the Seabees, stationed 
at Camp Perry, Va.; sister, Mrs. Lyman Pherigo, of Chicago; and brother, Arthur, 
of Fond du Lac. 
Funeral plans are indefinite, awaiting word from the son at Camp Perry.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 11, 1944  P. 2
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[d. 01-11-1944/age 60 yrs./cause: coronary occlusion/bur. on Alvina Wihsmann lot]


REINHART WIHSMANN

SOLDIER STRICKEN WHILE HOME TO ATTEND SISTER’S FUNERAL, 
DIES THIS NOON
Called home from Camp McClellan, Alabama, to attend the funeral of 
his sister, Mrs. Frank Hendricks, who was a victim of pneumonia, 
Reinhardt Wihsmann was himself stricken with influenza last Saturday. 
Pneumonia developed, which proved fatal, the young soldier passing 
away at noon today at the Wihsmann home, 1421 Division street. 
The deceased was 22 years of age, and left for a southern camp several 
months ago. The funeral of his sister took place a week ago Thursday 
and on Saturday he was taken ill. Besides his parents, Mr. and Mrs. 
John Wihsmann, the deceased is survived by one sister, Anna, of this 
city and three brothers, Otto of this city, Willie of Racine and Arthur 
of Fond du Lac. Funeral arrangements have not been made.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, November 01, 1918, Page 4
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[bur. 11-04-1918/cause: broncho pneumonia/bur. on John Wihsman lot]


LEONA WILBORN

WILBORN - In this city, August 10, 1950. Leona E., beloved wife of Lloyd Wilborn, 
loving sister of Mrs. Mildred Kanack of Lena, Wis., a native of South Dakota; 
aged 47 years.
Friends are invited to attend funeral services Monday morning at 11 o'clock 
at the Chapel of Poyner & Dusel, formerly Golden Gate Mortuary, 1350 California St. 
near Polk. Inurnment, Olivet Memorial Park.
The San Francisco Examiner, California, Sunday, August 13, 1950 pg. 31
*****
[Leona Emma/d. 08-10-1950 at San Francisco, CA/age 47 yrs./
bur. on Henry W. Gauger Sr. lot/cremains]


EDNA J. WILCOX

Mrs. Merritt Wilcox, Sr., 123 Cleveland Ave., Manitowoc, age 54, died Wednesday 
in Manitowoc. She was born October 4, 1921 in Manitowoc. The survivors are her 
husband, a son, Merritt Jr., a daughter, Cheri and a step-daughter, Mrs. Felix 
(June) Liebzeit of Appleton; three brothers, Edwin and Earl Holdorff of Manitowoc 
and Herman of Appleton; two half-brothers, Alvin Holdorff of Manitowoc and Elmer 
of California. She was preceded in death by a sister, Esther.
The funeral will be at 3 pm Saturday at the First Baptist Church in Manitowoc, 
with the Rev. Bruce Huffer officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 928 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, from 4 
until 9 pm Friday and memorial services by the Pythian Sisters will be held at 
7 pm Friday. Memorial services by the Order of the Eastern Star will be at 8 pm 
Friday.
Appleton Post Crescent, Thurs., Oct. 16, 1975 page 20
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[wife of Merritt C. Wilcox]


MERRITT C. WILCOX

Merritt C. Wilcox Sr., 82, of 123 Cleveland Ave., Manitowoc, died Sunday 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce Huffer will officiate with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilcox was born Sept. 12, 1893, at Waupaca, son of the late Leander 
Nobel and Emma Faulkes Wilcox. He married Margaret Conrad Oct. 16, 1924 
at Manitowoc. He then married Edna J. Holdorff Oct. 13 1954, at Waukegan, 
Ill. She preceded him in death Oct. 15, 1975. He had been president of 
Manitowoc County Abstract Co. and also former deputy collector of customs 
for the port of Manitowoc. He was past chancellor, commander, member and 
grand lodge representative of Manitowoc Lodge 86 Knights of Pythias and member 
of Manitowoc Kiwanis Club.
Survivors include a son, two daughters, and two half-brothers Harley and 
Everett Van Patten, of Manitowoc; a half sister, and six-grand children. A 
brother Walter preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday until 
11:30 a.m. Wednesday and at the church from noon until the time of service. 
A memorial service will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday by members of Knights 
of Pythias.
Herald Times Reporter, April 26, 1976


ELLEN WILD

Mrs. Ellen Wild, 95, a resident of the city for 75 years, died Tuesday night 
at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ella Sovine, 928 North 11th street. She had 
been ill two weeks.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home, in charge of the Rev. Victor Nearhoof of the St. Paul’s 
M. E. church. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Wild, nee Ellen Hothersall, was born in England in 1941 and when a girl 
of 12 came to this country with her parents. The family located in Kossuth. 
Seventy-five years ago she was married to Luke Wild and they moved to this 
city. Mr. Wild died 25 years ago.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Lottie Frischmuth and Mrs. Ella Sovine, both 
of this city; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after Thursday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 23, 1938  P. 2 
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[cause: senility/bur. on Luke Wild lot]
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WOMAN MAY NOT SURVIVE INJURY
Advanced Age of Mrs. Wild Makes Runaway Accident a Serious Matter
Injured when she was thrown from her carriage in a runaway this morning, Mrs. 
Luke Wild, a North side woman, past 70 years of age, may not survive her injuries. 
Mrs. Wild was removed to her home and Dr. J.A. Roberts who was called found a bad 
scalp wound, a broken arm and wrist. The woman is suffering from the shock and 
her condition causes anxiety.
C.C. Nooker, a Huron street grocer who attempted to stop the runaway was thrown 
to the ground and severely bruised though not seriously hurt. The accident happened 
near Nooker's store, 11th and Huron Street and when the horse was frightened it 
turned the carriage shortly and Mrs. Wild was thrown violently to the ground. The 
animal continued its mad plunge for two miles and was captured north of town by E.C. 
Hammesfahr, an agent for the Egg-O-See Co., who happened to be in the vicinity at 
the time of the accident and gave chase to the runaway.
Mrs. Wild is a woman of 70 years of age and the injuries coupled with the shock of 
the accident makes it a serious matter. There is danger that she may be crippled 
even should she survive.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., Aug. 6, 1908


LUKE WILD    (d. 1913)

Luke Wilde (sic), a pioneer resident of the county and a resident of this city 
over fifty years, died Sunday evening at his home 628 North 11th street. His 
death was due to infirmities incident to old age. The deceased was 77 years of 
age and was a charter member of the Odd Fellows lodge.
Mr. Wilde was a native of Lancashire, England, and was born Dec. 25, 1836. When 
he was four years of age he came with his father to America, locating in New 
Jersey. In 1820 he came west with his step-father, Henry Heap, settling in the 
town of Kossuth where he resided for twenty-one year. While a resident of Kossuth 
he was married to Ellen Holkersail. Shortly afterward they removed to Manitowoc, 
where Mr. Wilde was engaged as a cook on the lakes and in the camps. He was for 
many years steward of the government boat Andrew Johnson and retired twelve years 
ago.
He is survived by his wife and two daughters, Mrs. Oliver Sovine of this city and 
Mrs. Gust Frischmuth of Manitowoc Rapids, and a sister Mrs. Chattarton of 
Milwaukee.
The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the home, Rev. Johnson of the M.E. 
church officiating. Interment was in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, August 28, 1913  P. 1
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Card of Thanks
We are sincerely grateful to neighbors and friends for kindness and sympathy 
shown us during the illness and death of our husband and father. We are 
especially thankful to Rev. Johnson and to Chickerning(sic) Lodge I.O.O.F. For 
attendance at the funeral and to friends for floral offerings.
Mrs. Luke Wild and children
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Aug. 28, 1913 page 2
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[bur. 08-26-1913/cause: apoplexy]


ADELINE M. WILDA

Mrs. Adeline M. Wilda, 75, of 723 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc, died Friday, 
Dec. 18, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 6:30 p.m. Sunday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Glenn Unke will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilda, was born July 21, 1906, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Harry 
and Frida Engel Kallies. She attended schools in Manitowoc. She was married 
to Emerson A. Wilda, Aug. 30, 1928, at Manitowoc. The couple residing here 
all their lives. Mr. Wilda preceded her in death in 1949. Mrs. Wilda was a 
member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and Manitowoc County Humane 
Society.
Survivors include a brother, Harold Kallies of Manitowoc and nieces and nephews. 
She was preceded in death by a sister.
There will be no Sunday visitation and the casket will remain closed. Memorials 
may be made to Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and Manitowoc County Humane 
Society.
Herald Times Reporter, December 19, 1981 P. 3
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[widow of Emerson Wilda/bur. on Harry Kallies lot]


ADOLPH WILDA    (d. 1957)

Adolph Wilda, 84, who has been making his home at Shady Lane in Manitowoc for 
the past three years, died there Saturday night following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at the St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the 
Rev. Clement Kern officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born Dec. 24, 1872, in the Town of Kossuth, the son of the late Wencil 
and Mary Granite Wilda. Sixtyfour years ago he married the former Emma Hill in 
Kossuth and the couple settled in Manitowoc where Mr. Wilda was employed at the 
Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. He retired 24 years ago. His wife died in 1942.
Survivors include three sons, Ervin, Raymond and Kenneth of Manitowoc; two 
daughters, Mrs. Reuben Aumann of Manitowoc and Mrs. Victoria Erickson of Chicago; 
brother Edward of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Emma Maresh and Mrs. Julia Krummel 
both of Manitowoc, 20 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 8:30 p.m. 
Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 19, 1957  P. 13
*******
[d. 08-17-1957/age 84 yrs./cause: cerebral apoplexy]


ADOLPH M. WILDA    (d. 1940)

Adolph M. Wilda, 64, employed in the printing trade in Manitowoc for many years, 
died at 3:30 o’clock Tuesday afternoon at his home, 616 Huron street, after 
suffering a heart attack.
Mr. Wilda had just returned from a walk downtown when he was stricken. He died 
within a short time. Although he had not been in the best of health for several 
years, death was unexpected. 
Born in the town of Kossuth July 12, 1875, he came to Manitowoc with his parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. Anton Wilda, when he was six years old and spent the rest of his 
life here. He was educated in the public schools and attended the North Side High 
school. At the age of 13 he lost his hearing as the result of sickness and attended 
the school for the deaf located at the present site of the Sears, Roebuck company 
store. At the time there were only five students at the school and the teacher was 
Miss Locke.
As a young man Mr. Wilda became an apprentice in the printing trade and for many 
years was employed as a printer by John MacFarlane, publisher of the Manitowoc News 
which was later merged with the Herald. Mr. Wilda later worked for Sidney Pratt at 
the M. and M. Printing company and the Brandt Printing and Binding Company. He had 
not worked for the last several years. 
Mr. Wilda never married. He made his home with his sister, Mayme Wilda. His mother 
died in 1922 and his father in 1927. Survivors are two brothers, H. J. Wilda and Dr. 
O. J. Wilda, both of this city; and three sisters, Mrs. Oscar Belinski, Mrs. Louis 
Schliesleder and Miss Mayme Wilda, all of this city. A brother, E. L. Wilda, died 
in 1935.
The body will be taken to the residence from the Frazier Mortuary Thursday at 1 p.m., 
and may be viewed there until the hour of the funeral. Services will be held Friday 
afternoon at two o’clock C. St. Clair, rector of St. James Episcopal church, 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 8, 1940   P. 2
*******
[d. 05-10-1940/age 64 yrs. cause: coronary embolism/bur. on Anton Wilda lot]


ANNA WILDA    (d. 1940)

Mrs. Anna Wilda, 82, a resident of the county for more than four score years, 
died Sunday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. N.E. Holly of 866 North 
Tenth street, with whom Mrs. Wilda has made her home for years. She had been 
an invalid for some time.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the N.E. Holly home, the 
Rev. F. C. St. Clair of the St. James Episcopal church officiating. Burial will 
be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Wilda, nee Anna Tachotsky, was born in Prague, Bohemia, in 1858. A few 
months later her parents emigrated to America and located in Kossuth. In 1875 
she was married to John Wilda. They lived in Kossuth for a few years and 58 years 
ago came to this city. Mr. Wilda died 45 years ago.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Holly and Mrs. A. H. McKeough of this city, 
Mrs. Walter Webb of Brooklyn, N.Y.; son R. T. Wilda of Lancaster, Calif.; two 
half-brothers, Frank and A.J. Petska, both of this city; three sisters, Mrs. Rose 
Mastil__ and Mrs. Katherine Krainik, of this city, Mrs. Henry Blanke, of Plymouth; 
seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
The body will be moved to the Holly home on North Tenth street Tuesday and at 11 
a.m. from the Frazier mortuary.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 29, 1940  P. 2
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[d. 07-28-1940/age 82 yrs./cause: Hodgkins/bur. on John Wilda lot]


ANNE K. WILDA    (d. 1957)

Mrs. Joseph Wilda, __, of 435? N. Eighth St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient five weeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Wilda, the former Anna Krejcie, was born April 15, 1865, in the Town of 
Gibson, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Jacob and Martha ___ ___. She 
was married to Joseph Wilda in the Town of ___ ____ and the couple settled in 
Manitowoc where Mr. Wilda died in 1937. 
Mrs. Wilda was a member of CSPS Society of America. 
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Foster R. Nelson and Mrs. Herbert Mahnke of 
Manitowoc, six grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. A daughter, Mrs. 
William Wood, died in 1946.
Friends may call after 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Ninth Street entrance of the 
funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 10, 1957  P. 11
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[d. 09-10-1957/age 92 yrs./cause: myocardial insufficiency/
bur. on Joseph Wilda lot]


ANTON WILDA    (d. 1927)

ANTON WILDA, PIONEER, GOES TO FINAL REST 
Anton Wilda, pioneer resident of Manitowoc and for more than 85 years proprietor 
of a boarding house at Seventh and Buffalo street until his retirement two years 
ago, passed away at the family home early today, aged 77. Funeral services will 
be held Monday with burial at Evergreen.
Mr. Wilda, born at Melnik, Bohemia, November 24, 1850, came with his parents to 
America as a child of four years, the family locating at Kellnersville, where he 
spent his boyhood on a farm. In 1872 he was married to Mary Tachetsky, who preceded 
him in death four years ago. Seven children survive, being Adolph M., Edward L., 
Henry J., Mrs. Oscar Belinski, Mrs. L. Schliesleder, Jr., Dr. O.J. Wilda and Miss 
Mayme Wilda, all residing here. There are ten grand children and one sister, Mrs. 
John Kucera, also survives. 
Mr. Wilda was a member of the C.S.P.S. and active in the organization.
Manitowoc Herald News, February 11, 1927  P. 1
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[bur. 2-14-1927/age 77 yrs/cause: old age]


BLANCHE K. WILDA

Mrs. Blanche Wilda, of 724 N. 11th Street, Manitowoc, died Friday 
evening, September 5, 1986, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc, Mr. David Fanta being the reader. 
Mrs. Wilda was born in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Wencil and 
Anna Svoboda Krainik. She attended Manitowoc Schools. She married 
Henry Wilda on October 27, 1910 at Manitowoc. The couple residing 
here all their lives. He preceded her in death in 1947. Mrs. Wilda 
was employed at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company for many years 
in the Security Office. Mrs. Wilda was a life member of the 
Manitowoc Order of Eastern Star No. 196.    
Survivors include a son, John of Manitowoc; four grandchildren, 
eight great grandchildren, five great great grandchildren, cousins, 
nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two daughters, 
four brothers and five sisters. 
Friends of the family are invited to attend services on Monday and 
all should meet at the Main Entrance at 1:45 p.m. There will be no 
Sunday evening visitation.  Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted 
the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald-Times Reporter, Sat. Sept 6, 1986
*********
[d. 09-05-1986/age 97 yrs./cremains/widow of Henry W. Wilda]
(27 Dec 1888/Sep 1986/SSDI)
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WEDDING IS EVENING EVENT
Miss Blanche and Henry Wilda Exchange Mrriage Vows.
Midst the fragrance of flowers and in the presence of a small gathering of 
relatives and friends, Miss Blanche Krainik and Henry Wilda plighted the 
marriage vow Thursday eve at the home of the brides mother, 1014 Buffalo 
Street at 8 o'clock Judge Chloupek officiating. The bride was attired in 
white and carried a large bouquet of bride's roses. Miss Adelaide Krainik 
and Edward Wilda were the attendants. A wedding dinner was served. Mr. Wilda 
and his bride are popular with a large circle of friends. The bride is a 
daughter of Mrs. W. Krainik and has been employed at Schuette Bros. Co. Mr. 
Wilda is an employee of the Aluminum Casting co. The couple will take up 
their home on Marshall street.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Oct. 28, 1910 page 1


CAROLINE R. WILDA    (d.1988)

Miss Caroline R. Wilda, 89, formerly of 1216A S. 15th Street, Manitowoc, died 
Monday, February 29, 1988 at Shady Lane Nursing Home, Manitowoc. Eastern Star 
Memorial Service will be held at 2:30 pm Thursday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Miss Wilda was born September 7, 1898 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph 
and Mary Wachel Wilda. She attended schools in Manitowoc and was employed at 
Mirro Aluminum Company as a Stenographer, retiring in 1960. Miss Wilda was a 
member of Order of Eastern Star Number 196 of Manitowoc and a member of the 
Senior Center.
Survivors include a sister-in-law, Margaret Wilda of Florida; five nephews, Richard 
Engel of Manitowoc, Albert Engel of Kerrville, Texas, John Engel of Pascagoula, 
Mississippi, Paul Engel of Knox, Indiana and Robert Wilda of Dayton, Ohio; two 
nieces, Jean Weina of Manitowoc and Ann Gregoire of Southwick, Massachusetts and 
many friends survive. She was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 1:30 pm Thursday until the hour of 
service. There will be no Wednesday evening visitation at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mar. 1, 1988 page 14
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[bur. on Joe Wilda lot]


CHARLES WILDA    (d. 1924)

Charles J. Wilda Dies at Home at 1227 South Tenth 
Charles J. Wilda, who has been ill for some time, died at the family home at 
1227 South Tenth street at 10 o’clock this morning. The funeral will be held 
Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock, the Rev. F. P. Kercher officiating. Burial 
will be at Evergreen. 
Mr. Wilda was born in this city November 5, 1879, and would have been 45 at his 
next birthday. He always made his home here and November 20, 1911 was married to 
Miss Martha Mrotek, the widow, who with his mother, Mrs. Anna Wilda, two brothers, 
Emil of Tucson, Arizona, and R. J. Wilda of Bakersfield, Calif.; and three sisters, 
Mrs. Nic Holly and Mrs. A. H. McKeough of this city and Mrs. Walter Webb of New 
York City survives him. Mr. Wilda for a number of years served as the manager of 
the cafe at the Williams house but for the last eight years has been employed at 
the local plant of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 22, 1924  P. 2
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Mr. Charles Wilda, who was employed at Aluminum Goods Plant No. 2, at Manitowoc, 
and died on October 22, at the age of 44, was insured thru the group system of the life 
insurance carried by the company for $1500.00 This amount was paid by the company 
to Mrs. Martha Wilda, wife of the deceased.
Two Rivers Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis., Friday, November 7, 1924 pg. 6
*****
[Charles John/bur 10-25-1924/cause: hepatic cirrhosis/bur on Mrs. Martha Wilda lot]


CHESTER T. "TEDDY" WILDA

Chester T. Wilda, 66, of 1611 New York Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday in Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Thursday in 
Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard Verhasselt will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilda was born January 28, 1912 in Manitowoc, son of the late Edward and 
Paula Stupecky Wilda. He married Lucille S. Kraynik, October 18, 1934 in Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church. Mr. Wilda had been employed with Wisconsin Aluminum 
Foundry until his retirement in 1977.
Survivors include his wife, Lucille; a son, Thomas of Clintonville; a daughter-
in-law, Mrs. Marianne Wilda of Manitowoc; two grandchildren, Susan and Scott. 
A son, Keith, preceded him in death June 23, 1976. Five brothers also preceded 
him in death.
There will be no visitation in the funeral home. Pfeffer Funeral Home is in 
charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Eugene Wilda Memorial 
Fund.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Wednesday, Feb. 8, 1978 - page 3


CLARA WILDA

Mrs. Clara Wilda, 91, 416 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Friday, December 9, 1989.
Mrs. Wilda was born March 26, 1898 in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late 
John and Mary Kovarik Steeber. She married Edward Wilda October 14, 1914 at 
Shoto, Wis. He preceded her in death in 1975.
Survivors include a daughter, Shirley Wilda of Manitowoc; other relatives and 
friends. She was preceded in death by a brother, Louis Steeber and a sister, 
Helen Steeber. Funeral services were Monday at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home.
Denmark Press - Thursday, Dec. 14, 1989
********
Mrs. Clara Wilda, 91, of 416 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Friday, December 8, 
1989 at her residence. Funeral services will be 8 pm Monday at Harrigan Parkside 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. William Plank will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilda was born March 25, 1898 in the Town of Gibson, Wisconsin, daughter of 
the late John and Mary Kovarik Steeber. She married Edward Wilda, October 14, 1914 
at Shoto, Wisconsin. He preceded her in death in 1975. Mrs. Wilda was a member of 
Eagles Auxiliary No. 706 and Manitowoc Senior Citizens.
Survivors include a daughter, Shirley Wilda of Manitowoc; other relatives and 
friends. She was preceded in death by a brother, Louis Steeber and a sister, 
Helen Steeber.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 6 pm Monday until the time of 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun., Dec. 10, 1989 page A10
********
[widow of Edward Wilda]
********
Notes from Shoto
Wednesday noon of last week the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Stueber at Shoto, was 
the scene of a very pretty wedding, when their daughter, Miss Clara, became the 
bride of Edward Wilda, Judge M. Dushek, officiating. The attending couple was Ed 
Pech and Emma Wilda. After the ceremony, a wedding dinner was served to relatives 
and friends of the couple.
The bride is a popular young girl of pleasing disposition and has a host of friends 
in Manitowoc as well as in the county. Mr. Wilda is a prosperous young man of good 
qualities. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Wilda.
After the reception, the couple autoed to Manitowoc, accompanied by a party of 
friends. Then bidding them farewell, they left on a tour of the west. After their 
return, Mr. and Mrs. Wilda will reside in the town of Kossuth.
Manitowoc Pilot, Oct. 22, 1914


CURTIS L. WILDA

GALESVILLE, Wis.-Curtis L. Wilda, 52, of Galesville, died Friday, Feb. 1, 1991, 
in his home.
He was born Sept. 9, 1938, in Manitowoc, Wis., to Raleigh and Ruth (Sommers) 
Wilda. On June 13, 1970, he married Julie Krieg in Port Washington, Wis., where 
the couple resided before moving to Cashton and later moving to Galesville. He 
was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He had been employed as a sales representative 
for Morton Buildings of Bangor, which later became Walters Buildings. Currently, 
he was employed in sales by Arbie Feeds of Marshalltown, Iowa.
He was a member of the Mississippi Valley Archeology Center of La Crosse; the 
Galesville Housing Rehabilitation Authority Board of Directors; the Hiawatha 
Valley Audubon Society of Winona, Minn., of which he served as a past president; 
and the La Crosse Audubon Society, where he had also served as past president. 
He was a past member and president of the G-E-T District School Board.
Survivors are his wife; a son, Max of Eau Claire; a daughter, Jennifer Wilda of 
Madison; and two brothers, Jack Wilda of Richmond, Va., and Raleigh Wilda of 
Manitowoc.
His body will be cremated. There will be no visitation. Memorial service will be 
3:30 p.m. today in Smith Mortuary, Galesville, with the Rev. Dr. R. Steven Krueger 
officiating.
LaCrosse Tribune, February 6, 1991  P. B4


DAVID LEE WILDA    (d. 1945)

David Wilda, 3, Drowns in River Near Gas Plant (Picture on Page 1) 
Three-year-old David Wilda, son of Pvt. and Mrs. Kenneth Wilda of 434 North 
Tenth street was accidentally drowned Tuesday afternoon, when the boy fell into 
the river off the dock at the gas plant of the Wisconsin Fuel and Light company, 
foot of Chicago street.
It was the first drowning fatality of the year in Manitowoc.
Firemen and policemen worked over the child with an inhalator for about an hour 
before he was finally pronounced dead by Coroner Theodore Teitgen. The coroner 
said there would be no inquest.
Pvt. Wilda, who had just returned to Camp Wheeler, Ga., at the end of February 
after spending a 10 day furlough at home, has been notified by the American Red 
Cross of his son’s death and he is expected to return home.
Mrs. Wilda said today that she last noticed David playing with his tricycle between 
the houses at about 2:30 p.m. About 3 o’clock, she said, he had disappeared and she 
started searching the neighborhood for him.
Fell in With Big Rock 
She went past the gas plant and met William O’Donnell, Manager of the company, and 
he aided her in the search for David. He said that he had seen David in front of the 
plant just a short while before, playing on his tricycle. They found the tricycle at 
the dock behind the plant but David was not in sight.
Mrs. Wilda took the tricycle home with her when she was unable to locate her child 
and asked a neighbor boy if he knew where David was. He could give her no information. 
She learned later that David had been playing on the dock with this five year old boy 
and they had been throwing stones in the water. The little fellow said that David 
tried to pick up a stone that was too big and fell in the water. He showed little 
concern because he didn’t fully realize what had actually happened to the child.
Found Floating in Water 
Mr. O’Donnell said that he asked the men working on the Soo line bridge if they had 
seen anything of the child but they could give no information. After Mrs. Wilda 
returned home with her tricycle, Mr. O’Donnell and the foreman at the plant, Leo Kalin, 
both went over to the edge of the dock behind the plant and looked into the water. 
About 30 feet up the dock, Mr. O’Donnell saw the body floating in the water, face up.
He managed to slip down over the edge of the bank and retrieved the body. The inhalator 
squad was called and the youth wrapped in blankets—but they worked to no avail.
Mrs. Wilda was notified and watched tearfully as the firemen and policemen worked to 
try and revive her son. 
David was born in this city in 1941 and was baptized by the Rev. Henry Letz of St. 
Andrews church. He is survived by his parents; a sister, 15-month-old Carol Sue; maternal 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Wendorf, 1005 Clark street; paternal grandfather, Adolph 
Wilda, 434 North 10th street. 
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Friday at the Sacred Heart church, the Rev. Louis 
Schorn officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. The body will lie in state from 
7 p.m. today at the Pfeffer funeral home until time of services Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 11, 1945  P. 2
*******
[d. 04-10-1945/age 3 yrs./cause: accidental drowning/son of Kenneth Wilda/
bur. on Adolph Wilda lot-his grandfather]


DOROTHY J. WILDA

Dorothy J. Wilda, age 74, of 409 Riverview Drive, Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
July 15, 1995, at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 18, 1995, at St. Paul's 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be 
the Rev. Ronald Reimer with cremation to follow.
She was born October 6, 1921, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Oscar and Jennie 
Darn Wenndorf. Dorothy was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the 
class of 1939. She married Kenneth L. Wilda August 16, 1941, at St. Boniface 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mrs. Wilda was employed at the Holy Family Memorial 
Medical Center for 22 years until her retirement in 1983.
Survivors include her husband, Kenneth L. Wilda, Manitowoc; two daughters and a 
son-in-law, Carol Parworth, Scottsdale, Ariz., Mary and Greg Koeser, Ripon, Wis.; 
six grandchildren, Christopher, Garett and Brad Parworth, Troy Koeser, Heather 
Roskom and Matthew Koeser; four great-grandchildren, Jake, Jordan, Jake and Paul; 
a brother and sister-in-law, Rodell and Sue Wenndorf, Bend, Ore.; a sister, Elaine 
Meyer, Omaha, Neb. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 
She was also preceded in death by a son, David Wilda.
Friends may call at St. Paul's Catholic Church from 10 a.m. Tuesday until the time 
of service at 11 a.m.
There will be no Monday evening visitation.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 17, 1995 P. A2
*********
[cremains/wife of Kenneth Wilda/bur. on Adolph Wilda lot]


EDNA WILDA

Mrs. Henry Wilda, 63, nee Edna Schmitt, of 845 North Eighth street, died Saturday 
at the Holy Family hospital, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Frazier mortuary chapel, 
the Rev. C. H. Phipps of the First Presbyterian church officiating. Burial will 
be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Wilda was born in Kewaunee in 1881 and came to this city in 1897. She was 
married to Henry Wilda, Washington street merchant, in 1904. He died three years 
ago.
Survivors are two sisters, Mrs. Robert Phillips of this city and Mrs. W. G. 
Hartranft of Kirkland, Wash.; brother, Orrin W. of Columbus, Ohio; half-brother, 
Alvin Schmitz of Green Bay; half-sister, Mrs. Louis Wagner of Green Bay.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 18, 1945  P. 2
*******
[Edna Mrs. Henry/d. 06-16-1945/age 63 yrs.]


EDWARD WILDA  (d. 1935)

WILDA SERVICE WILL BE HELD 2 P.M. FRIDAY (photo)
Businessman And At One time Crack School Athlete Had a Heart Attack
Funeral services for Edward L. Wilda, 57, north side business man, 
will be held from the home, 842 North 10th street, Friday at 2 p.m. 
the services will be in charge of Odd Fellows lodge No. 55 of which 
the deceased was a member. Burial will be at Evergreen cemetery.
M. Wilda died suddenly Tuesday morning of a heart attack shortly as 
he returned indoors after clearing the walk of snow.
Born in this city in 1877 (sic), the deceased always made his home 
here. He attended the north side schools and in 1897 and 1898 was a 
member of the crack football team of the north side high school when 
included among others his brother Henry, John Peterik, Dr. A.J. Shimek, 
Charles Wilda and Ted Jones. The 1898 team established a statewide 
reputation that fall. The deceased was an end on that team.
After completion of his high school course Mr. Wilda became associated 
with Hall Brothers, Commercial street with whom he continued for 20 
years. He later became proprietor of a battery shop and more recently 
was one of three partners in the W.F.G. Products company, of Manitowoc. 
For the past two years he had been retired.
The deceased was married in 1904 to Paula Stupecky of this city.
Survivors are his widow, six sons, Raleigh, Emerson, Chester and Harry, 
city, Paul, attending Whitewater State Teachers college, Eugene attending 
the University of Wisconsin; three brothers, Adolph, Henry and Dr. Odon 
Wilda, city; three sisters, Mrs. Oscar Belinske, Mrs. Louis Schliesleder 
Jr. and Mayme Wilda, city; and two grandchildren.
The body was removed to the home this afternoon from the Frazier mortuary.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, February 6, 1935 P.2
*******
[bur. 02-08-1935/age 57 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis]


EDWARD WILDA    (d. 1975)

Edward Wilda, 82, of 416 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning at home. 
Private family funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Schneider-
Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate 
with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Wilda was born Nov. 29, 1892, at Manitowoc, son of the late Steve and Mary 
Polifka Wilda. He was educated in Manitowoc area schools. He married Clara 
Steeber Oct. 14, 1914, at Shoto. He had worked for North Western Railroad Co. 
until 1922 and then for the City of Manitowoc for 32 years. He was a member of 
Manitowoc Senior Citizens.
Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Miss Shirley Wilda, of Manitowoc; a 
brother, Alvin, of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. James (Laura) Roubal, of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Ray (Ella) Gallenbeger, of Valders; two stepbrothers, Fred Suberg, of St. 
Petersburg. Fla., and John Julian, of San Antonio, Texas, and two step-sisters, 
Lillian Julian and Mrs. Bertha Smith, of San Antonio. Two brothers and three sisters 
preceded him in death.
Friends and relatives may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home from 4 to 9 
o’clock this Tuesday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, November 4, 1975  P. 13
********
Notes from Shoto
Wednesday noon of last week the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Stueber at Shoto, was 
the scene of a very pretty wedding, when their daughter, Miss Clara, became the 
bride of Edward Wilda, Judge M. Dushek, officiating. The attending couple was Ed 
Pech and Emma Wilda. After the ceremony, a wedding dinner was served to relatives 
and friends of the couple.
The bride is a popular young girl of pleasing disposition and has a host of friends 
in Manitowoc as well as in the county. Mr. Wilda is a prosperous young man of good 
qualities. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Wilda.
After the reception, the couple autoed to Manitowoc, accompanied by a party of 
friends. Then bidding them farewell, they left on a tour of the west. After their 
return, Mr. and Mrs. Wilda will reside in the town of Kossuth.
Manitowoc Pilot, Oct. 22, 1914


EDWARD A. WILDA    (d. 1974)

Edward A. Wilda, 85, of 724 N. 11th St., Manitowoc, died Monday evening at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilda was born Dec. 14, 1888, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Wenzel and 
Mary Granat Wilda. He was educated in Manitowoc schools and was employed by Metal 
Furniture Co. and Mirro Aluminum Co. and Manitowoc Cemetery and Parks Dept. He 
was an avid fisherman and a member of Manitowoc Eagles Aerie No. 706.
Survivors include several nieces and nephews. Five brothers and three sisters 
preceded him in death.
There will be no evening visitation at the funeral home. Friends may call from noon 
Wednesday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, June 18, 1974  P. 12
********
[d. 06-17-1974/age 85 yrs./bur. on Wenzel Wilda lot]
(14 Dec 1888/Jun 1974/SSDI)


EMERSON A. WILDA

Emerson A. Wilda, 42, manager of the sales and service department of the 
municipal utilities and a veteran of World War II, died suddenly of a heart 
attack Sunday evening at the home, 723 North Eighth street. 
Mr. Wilda had enjoyed good health and was about as usual during the day. He 
was at work in the city hall Saturday.
Funeral services, under Masonic auspices, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at 
the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. 
He was born in this city in 1907, the son of Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Wilda. He 
attended city schools and in 1928 married Miss Adeline Kallies. He was employed 
for many years by the local municipal utility and held the position of manager 
of the sales and service department with offices in the city hall in recent 
years.
Mr. Wilda entered the navy in June, 1943, and served aboard the Manila Bay in 
the southwest Pacific, participating in a number of major sea battles including 
the Marshall islands and Saipan. He was honorably discharged from the navy in 
October, 1945.
He was a member of the Masonic lodge and the Oas post, Veterans of Foreign Wars. 
Survivors are his wife; mother, Mrs. E. L. Wilda of this city; five brothers, 
Raleigh, Paul, Chester, Eugene and Harry, all of this city.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 14, 1949  P. 2
*********
Wilda was inducted on June 29, 1943. After he returned from the 
service, he worked for the Manitowoc Public Service Commission. 
He died in 1949 at the age of 42.
*********
[bur. 03-16-1949/age 42 yrs./bur. on Harry Kallies lot]


EMIL WILDA

EMIL WILDA PASSES AWAY AT HOSPITAL, 55
Funeral services for Emil Wilda, 55, who passed away this morning at the Holy 
Family hospital from complications will be held on Wednesday afternoon at two 
o’clock from the Presbyterian church with Rev. Phipps in charge of the service. 
Interment will take place at the Evergreen cemetery.
The deceased was born October 24th, 1875 at Kossuth and came here at the age of 
6 and had been a resident of the city. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Anna 
Wilda, one brother, R. J. Wilda of California and three sisters, Mrs. A. H. 
McKeough this city, Mrs. W. F. Webb, Brooklyn and Mrs. Nic Holly whose home he 
has made his home for the past two months.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 13, 1930  P. 6
********
SERVICES FOR EMIL WILDA TO BE HELD FROM N. HOLLY HOME
Announcement made yesterday that funeral services for Emil Wilda, 55 year old 
resident who died at the hospital yesterday, would be held from the Presbyterian 
church Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock was an error and the services will be 
held at the same hours from the residence of Nic Holley, 866 N. Tenth street, 
with Rev. Phipps officiating. Interment will take place at Evergreen.
Remains of Mr. Wilda are now in state at the Frazier mortuary, Ninth and Chicago 
streets, and will remain there until 9:30 o’clock tomorrow morning when they will 
be taken to the Holley residence. The mortuary will remain open tonight so that 
friends unable to attend the funeral services may pay their last respects to him. 
Manitowoc Herald News, October 14, 1930  P. 16
*******
[bur. 10-15-1930/age 54 yrs/cause: uremia/bur. on John Wilda lot]


EMMA WILDA    (d. 1942)

Mrs. Adolph Wilda, 66, died suddenly this morning at the home, 620 South 19th 
street. She arose as usual and prepared breakfast. She was washing dishes when 
stricken with a heart attack and died soon after the arrival of a physician. 
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 8:30 a.m. from the home and at 9 
o’clock from the St. Paul’s Catholic church. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery. 
Mrs. Wilda, nee Emma Hill, was born at Taus in 1875 and in 1894 was married to 
Mr. Wilda. They resided her except for a short time they lived on a farm in 
Franklin.
She is survived by four sons, Louis, Irving, Ray and Kenneth, all of this city; 
two daughters, Mrs. Reuben Auman, of this city, Mrs. James Beall, of Chicago; 
two brothers, John and Joseph, of Cato; two sisters, Mrs. Ann Flogeltanz of this 
city, Mrs. Mary Kasper of Chicago and 15 grandchildren.
The Christian Mothers will recite the rosary at the Wilda home Thursday at 7 p.m. 
and the Holy Name society Friday evening at the same hour.
The body will be moved to the home from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral 
home Thursday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 25, 1942  P. 2
*******
[d. 03-25-1942/age 66 yrs./cause: coronary occlusion/wife of Adolph Wilda]


ERVIN WILDA

Ervin J. Wilda, 81, of 1403 N. Fifth St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning, 
August 16, 1986 at the residence. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Tuesday 
at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 am at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Leo Schmitt will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilda was born July 12, 1905 at Manitowoc, son of the late Adolph and Emma 
Hill Wilda. He married Katherine D. Novak, Dec. 27, 1927. She preceded him in 
death Aug. 24, 1984. Mr. Wilda was employed by Mirro Corporation for 50 years 
until his retirement.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, LeRoy J. and Jean Wilda of 
Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia and James Konop of Manitowoc 
and Nancy and James McDonnell of Manitowoc; a brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth 
and Dorothy Wilda of Manitowoc; five grandchildren, Lee, Richard, Connie, Jamie 
and Scott and a great granddaughter, Robin. He was preceded in death by two 
brothers, Louis and Raymond and two sisters, Mathilda and Victoria.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 pm to 8 pm this Monday, 
where a prayer service will be 8:30 pm by Deacon Kenneth Neleson.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Aug. 18, 1986 page 18
*******
[widower of Kathryn D. Wilda]


EUGENE E. WILDA

Eugene (Luke) Wilda, 53, 842 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning at
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, of a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home,
Manitowoc. Elks Lodge No. 687 will conduct services and burial will be in
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Wilda was born Jan. 14, 1914, at Manitowoc, son of the late Edward L. 
and Mrs. Paula Stupecky Wilda. He was graduated from Lincoln High School in
1930, being secretary-treasurer of the class, and from the University of 
Wisconsin Madison, in 1935. For a number of years he taught at the Milwaukee
Extension Center and returned in 1942 to the UW atomic department where he
earned his master degree. He was on the staff of the University of Wisconsin-
Manitowoc campus since 1946 as a chemistry lecturer.
Survivors include his mother, three brothers, Paul and Chester, of Manitowoc
and Harry of Sturgeon Bay, six nephews and a niece. Two brothers preceded him
in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, March 10, 1967  p.T-3
*******
[Eugene F./d. 03-10-1967/age 53 yrs./bur. on Edward L. Wilda lot]
*******
Eugene Wilda, ten year old son of Edward Wilda, was operated on for appendicitis
at the Holy Family hospital last night. He is getting along as well as can be
expected and friends wish him a speedy recovery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, April 12, 1924  p.12 


GEORGE S. WILDA    (d. 1945)

George S. Wilda, 40, of 1313 South 15th street, employe of the Rahr Malting 
company, injured Jan. 2 when he fell off a box car at the plant, died early 
today at the Holy Family hospital of a blood clot.
Mr. Wilda was assisting other plant employes in moving freight cars on a siding 
near the plant, when he slipped from the top of a car breaking both legs.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the St. John’s Evangelical 
church the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
He was born in this city in 1904, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wilda and 
in 1927 amrried Miss Linda Ansorge. He was employed at the Bleser Brewing company 
for two years before being employed by the Rahr Malting company. He was a member 
of the Brewers and Malsters union and the Eagles. 
Survivors are his wife, brother, Wencel, of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Albert 
Engel and Caroline, both of this city. 
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek & Schlei funeral home from 4 p.m. 
Sunday until 10 a.m. Tuesday when it will be moved to the church to lie in state 
until the hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 27, 1945  P. 2
*******
[cause: embolism]


HARRY J. WILDA    (d. 1975)

Harry J. Wilda, 58, of Brussels, formerly of Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Thursday morning at Brussels. 
Private family funeral services will be Saturday morning at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase T. Zanotti will officiate with burial 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilda was born Sept. 13, 1916, at Manitowoc, son of the late Edward L. and 
Paula Stupecky Wilda. He was educated at Manitowoc and was graduated from Lincoln 
High School in 1935. He had been a resident of Brussels since 1953.
Survivors include a brother, Chester, of Manitowoc, nieces, nephews and other 
relatives. Four brothers preceded him in death.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the 
Eugene F. Wilda Scholarship Fund, c/o East Wisconsin Trustee Co. 
Herald Times Reporter, May 2, 1975  P. 16
********
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Wilda, North Eleventh street, are parents of a son. The boy 
is the sixth in the family, there being no girls.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, September 14, 1916 P. 2
********
[d. at Sturgeon Bay WI/bur. on Mrs. Edward L. Wilda lot]


HENRY J. WILDA   (d. 1942)

Stricken suddenly ill late Saturday afternoon at the home, 845 North 
Eighth street, Henry J. Wilda, 62, (photo) retired Washington street 
merchant, died soon after the arriving of a physician. Death was due 
to a blood clot.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the home. The Rev. 
F.C. St.Clair of the St. James Episcopal church will officiate. Burial 
will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Wilda was born in this city in 1879 and attended the north side 
schools. He played end on the state championship high school football 
team of 1898 at the north side high school. Soon after his graduation 
he took a position with the F. Sixta Sons Company, wholesale liquor 
house. He was identified with this firm for nearly 25 years.
He enrolled in Company H of the Wisconsin National Guard a few years 
after he finished school and served several years in the militia unit.
Twenty-one years ago he opened a meat market at 1519 Washington street 
which he operated until a year ago when he sold the business to Herbert 
Holtz and retired.
In 1905 Mr. Wilda married Miss Edna Schmitz of this city. She survives 
with a brother, Dr. Odon Wilda of this city; three sisters, Mrs. Oscar 
Belinski, Mrs. Gertrude Schliesleder and Miss Mayme Wilda, all of 
Manitowoc.
The body may be viewed at the Wilda home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 12, 1942 P.2
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[d. 01-10-1942/age 62 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis]


HENRY W. WILDA  (d. 1947)

Henry W. Wilda, 63, of 724 North 11th street, died Wednesday night 
at the home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the 
Frazier mortuary chapel, the Rev. C. H. Phipps officiating. Burial 
will be in Evergreen cemetery.  
Mr. Wilda was born in Franklin in 1884 and when a boy his parents moved 
into the city. He attended the north side school and was prominent in 
athletics at the old north side high school at the turn of the century. 
He was employed as a molder for years, and was secretary of the molders 
union.
In 1911 he married Miss Blanche Krainik. She survives with a daughter, 
Mrs. F. D. Sixta of Palm Village, Calif.; a son, John of this city; 
three brothers, Adolph and Edward of this city and William of Green Bay; 
three sisters, Mrs. Peter Krumel, Mrs. Adolph Maresh and Mrs. Joseph 
Tomchek all of this city; and two grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald-Times Reporter, Thurs., 17 April 1947
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[bur 04-19-1947/died 04-16-1947/age 63 yrs]
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Edward and Henry Wilda departed this morning for Milwaukee 
and will drive up a pair of Hupmobiles.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, November 25, 1919 Page 2
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WEDDING IS EVENING EVENT
Miss Blanche and Henry Wilda Exchange Mrriage Vows.
Midst the fragrance of flowers and in the presence of a small gathering of 
relatives and friends, Miss Blanche Krainik and Henry Wilda plighted the 
marriage vow Thursday eve at the home of the brides mother, 1014 Buffalo 
Street at 8 o'clock Judge Chloupek officiating. The bride was attired in 
white and carried a large bouquet of bride's roses. Miss Adelaide Krainik 
and Edward Wilda were the attendants. A wedding dinner was served. Mr. Wilda 
and his bride are popular with a large circle of friends. The bride is a 
daughter of Mrs. W. Krainik and has been employed at Schuette Bros. Co. Mr. 
Wilda is an employee of the Aluminum Casting co. The couple will take up 
their home on Marshall street.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Oct. 28, 1910 page 1


HILDEGARDE WILDA

Mrs. Hildegarde Wilda, 88, a lifelong Manitowoc resident, died Thursday morning, 
Dec. 20, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 9 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 9:30 a.m. 
at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Zimmer will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilda, nee Hildegarde Friedl, was born Feb. 14, 1891, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Charles and Theresa Grall Friedl. She was a Manitowoc resident all 
her life, attended Manitowoc schools and was married to Oden J. Wilda Nov. 20, 
1920, at St. grandchildren (sic). Six brothers and two sisters preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 p.m to 9 p.m. Friday, where a prayer 
service will be at 7:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, December 20, 1979 P. 3
*********
[d. 20 Dec 1979/age 88 yrs/widow of Odon J. Wilda/bur. on Mrs. Hilda L. Wilda lot]
*********
(NOTE: There is a piece missing in the obit, left out by the newspaper. It's between 
where they got married and the survivors. I didn't see any correction in this or 
subsequent newspapers.
*********
Married
Miss Hilda Friedl and Dr. Odon Wilda were married Monday morning at St. 
Boniface Church, Rev. Peil officiating. Miss Mayme Wilda was bridesmaid 
and Edwin Friedl groomsman. The young couple will reside in this city.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 25, 1920


JAN WILDA

The Christmas season has been saddened at the home of Mr. and Mrs. 
Wenzel Wilda by the death of their son John Wilda. The young man 
had been sick for some time and death was a relief to his 
sufferings. He was 25 years of age and is survived by his parents, 
three sisters and five brothers.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, December 24, 1900, Page 1
********
From Der Nord Westen, 27 Dec. 1900:
Death Mon. after a long illness of John Wilda, the 25-yr. old 
son of local resident Wenzel Wilda. In addition to his parents 
he is survived by 4 sisters and 5 brothers.
********
[cause: mania a polic]


JANET WILDA

Funeral services for the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Wilda, 1144 
South 15th street were held this afternoon with burial at Evergreen cemetery. 
The babe died shortly after it was born.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 2, 1930  P. 1
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[stillborn/bur. on George S. Wilda lot]


JOHN WILDA    (d. 1894)

From the Files of the Pilot – Twenty Five Years Ago (1894)
John Wilde of this city died at his home last night. He at one time 
assisted in the management of the hotel owned by Joseph Krainik.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Jan. 1, 1920
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[bur. 01-05-1895/age 44 yrs./cause: consumption of lungs]


JOHN WILDA  (d. 1895)

Death Sat. of 81-1/2 yr. old John Wilda in the home of his son-in-law 
Mr. W. Kucera. The deceased formerly lived in Kossuth but for the last 
several years resided with his son-in-law in Manitowoc. He had been ill 
for many months and the illness had so disturbed his mind that he tried 
to cut his throat on Fri. The wound was not fatal but because of his age 
and the illness and his weakened condition, he passed away on Sat. The 
funeral took place on Monday.
Der Nord Westen, 20 June 1895 
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[bur. 06-15-1895/age 81 yrs./cause: old age]


JOHN WILDA  (d. 2002)

John H. Wilda of St. Mary's Homes in Manitowoc, formerly of 228 
La Fellette Ave., Manitowoc, died Sunday, April 21, 2002 at St. 
Mary's Home.
As his requests were, there will be no funeral services or visitation. 
Cremation will take place with burial of the cremains at Evergreen 
Cemetery in Manitowoc.
John was born July 25, 1916 in Manitowoc, son of the late Hentry and 
Blanche Kraijnik Wilda. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School with 
the class of 1934. He served with the United States Army with the 740th 
tank battalion overseas during World War II. He owned and operated 
John H. Wilda Sales and Advertising here in Manitowoc for 45 years. He 
married Lucille Klein in April 1952 in Milwaukee. She preceded him in 
death Feb 19, 1982. John was a member of the American Legion Drews 
Bleser Post, disabled American Veterans, Eagles Aerie #706 and the 
Travelers Protection Association.
Survivors include one son: John W. Wilda, Manitowoc, along with other 
relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and 
his wife: Lucille in 1982.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Tues. 23 Apr 2002 p.A3
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[cremation]


JOSEPH WILDA    (d. 1932)

JOSEPH WILDA DIES LAST EVE
Goods Employe Funeral Will Be Held On Saturday 
Joseph W. Wilda, 62, an employe of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company in 
the metal department for many years, died Wednesday at 11:45 p.m., at his home, 
1216 South Fifteenth street. 
Mr. Wilda had been in poor health for some time but his condition was not 
considered serious until recently. The body was removed from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei Funeral Home to the residence this afternoon. The funeral will be held 
Saturday at 2 p.m., at the home. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 15, 1932  P. 6
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WILDA, Joseph W.—Sixty-two years old. Employed in metal department of Aluminum 
Goods Manufacturing company. Died Sept. 14, 11:45 p.m. at home, 1216 South 
Fifteenth street. Funeral at home 2 p.m., Sept. 17, with Rev. Blaufuss officiating. 
Burial Evergreen. Born Kossuth April 12, 1870. Married Mary Wachal in April 1893. 
Widow, four children, four brothers, three sisters, five grandchildren survive. 
Body removed to residence Sept. 15. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 15, 1932  P. 13
********
[Joseph W. Wilda/bur. 9-17-1932/age 62 yrs/cause: coronary thrombosis asthma]


JOSEPH M. WILDA    (d. 1937)

Joseph M. Wilda, 76, retired Manitowoc businessman, active for years in the 
city’s Bohemian lodges, died this morning at his home, 426 North 8th street, 
following a heart attack.
Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at three o’clock from the 
Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. Burial will be in the Evergreen 
cemetery. The Rev. C. H. Phipps will officiate at the services and C. J. 
Cmejla, Kewaunee, will be the speaker. 
Mr. Wilda was born in Kellnersville December 29, 1860, the oldest of nine 
children of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wilda, Sr.  Mr. Wilda stayed on the farm of 
his parents until he was 25 years of age when he came to Manitowoc and entered 
the law office of G.A. Forrest. 
Before coming to Manitowoc Mr. Wilda attended the Oshkosh Normal school from 
1880 to 1882 and taught school at Kossuth for two terms. He also studied at 
the Oshkosh Business college. A short time later Mr. Wilda was employed by the 
Kunz and Bleser Brewing company, starting there in June, 1885. In 1892 he was 
hired by the Schreihart Brewing company as bookkeeper. In August of 1896 he 
became associated with the R. F. Klingholz company, dealers in liquors, at its 
establishment on Jay street, next to the Manitowoc Savings bank. In 1919, when 
prohibition went into effect, he retired.
Mr. Wilda was married November 12, 1885 in the town of Gibson to Miss Annie 
Krejci, also a pioneer of this county. Justice of Peace Jos. Zelenka performed 
the ceremony. Mr. Wilda was a member of the C.S.A. and Z.C.B.J. Bohemian lodges 
and also a member of the T.P.A. 
Survivors include the widow; three daughters, Mrs. William Wood, Mrs. Foster 
Nelson and Mrs. Herbert Mahnke, all of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. John Popelars, 
Kellnersville; five brothers, James and John of Racine, Anton of Kellnersville, 
Emil of Melnik and Stephen of Manitowoc; and six grandchildren.
The body will lie at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from Wednesday 
afternoon at four o’clock until the time of services Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 20, 1937  P. 11
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[bur. 07-22-1937/age 76 yrs./cause: apoplexy]


KATHERINE WILDA    (d. 1889)

Catharma Wilda
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name	Catharma Wilda
Death Date  11 Aug 1889
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume  02
Page number  0162
Reel  049
Image	1208
Index Volume  01
Sequence Number	419344
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
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Catherine Wilda
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Catherine Wilda
Color/Sex  White Female
Age  74 years
Father  Wilda
Occupation  Housewife
Birthplace  Bohemia
Spouse  John Wilds
Birth Date  29 Aug 1815 
Death Date  11 Aug 1889
Death County  Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Burial place: Evergreen Cemetery
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[Catherine Wilda/Mrs/bur. 08-14-1889/age 74 yrs./cause: disease of the stomach]


KATHRYN D. WILDA    (d. 1984)

Mrs. Ervin (Kathryn) Wilda, 80, of 1403 N. Fifth St., Manitowoc, died Friday 
morning, Aug. 24, at Bellin Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. 
at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will 
officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will be in the Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilda, nee Kathryn D. Novak, was born July 23, 1904, in the Town of Gibson, 
Manitowoc County, daughter of the late James and Rose Robinson Novak. She was 
married to Ervin Wilda, Dec. 27, 1927. at Manitowoc, the couple living here all 
their married life. Mrs. Wilda was a member of Manitowoc Senior Citizens.
Survivors include her husband, a son and daughter-in-law, LeRoy J. and Jean 
Wilda of Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia and James Konop 
and Nancy and James McDonnell both of Manitowoc; five brothers, Anton Novak 
of Manitowoc, Edward Novak of Mishicot, John Novak of Manitowoc, Joseph Novak 
of Rosecrans and Chester Novak of Francis Creek; four sisters, Lillian Hoffman 
of Kaukauna, Emma Krystofick of Lena, Julia Flentje and Esther Kreycarek both 
of Mishicot; five grandchidlren and a great granddaughter. She was preceded in 
death by two brothers, James and Alvin Novak and a sister, Elizabeth Belongia.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, 
where a prayer service will be 7:30 p.m. Sunday by Deacon Donald Gigure.
Herald Times Reporter, August 24, 1984 P. 3
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[d. Green Bay, WI/wife of Ervin Wilda]


KEITH E. WILDA

Keith E. Wilda, 40, of 1701 Cherry Rd., Manitowoc died Wednesday at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Private family funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, at Holy Innocents 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard Verhasselt will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilda was born March 13, 1936, at Manitowoc, son of Chester and Lucille 
Krajnik Wilda. He was a Manitowoc resident all his life. He attended Manitowoc 
public schools and was graduated from Lincoln High School in 1954. He served in 
Germany with the US Army from 1955 to 1958. He married Marianne Kohlmeyer Oct. 28, 
1958, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. He was employed as an industrial engineer 
at Imperial Eastman Corp. 
Survivors include his wife, a son, Scott and a daughter, Susan, at home, his 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chester Wilda, of Manitowoc, a brother, Toro, of Clintonville, 
and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Kohlmeyer, of Manitowoc.
There will be no visitation. Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of funeral 
arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, June 24, 1976  P. 17


KENNETH L. WILDA

Kenneth L. Wilda, age 82, a resident of St. Mary's Home, formerly of 409 Riverview 
Dr., Manitowoc, died Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2002, at St. Mary's Home.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, 2002, at St. Paul 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Ronald 
Reimer with burial of the cremated remains at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
He was born May 24, 1919, in Manitowoc, son of the late Adolph and Emma Wilda. Ken 
was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the Class of 1937. He served 
in the United States Army during WWII. On Aug. 16, 1941, he married the former 
Dorothy Wenndorf at St. Boniface Catholic Church. She preceded him in death on 
July 15, 1995. Ken was employed with Manitowoc Engineering Co. as a machinist for 
40 years until his retirement.
Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law, Carol Parworth, Scottsdale,
Ariz. and Mary and Greg Koeser, Green Bay; six grandchildren, (private); seven
great-grandchildren,(private); one brother-in-law, Rodell (Sue) Wenndorf, Bend,
Ore.; one sister-in-law, Elaine Meyer, Omaha, Neb. He is further survived by nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by one son, David 
Wilda, and brothers and sisters.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Paul Catholic Church, on Saturday 
morning from 10 a.m. until the time of serice at 11 a.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assiting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 24, 2002
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RUNS 2 BLOCKS, SAVED BABE FROM DEATH IN RIVER
Witnessing the accident from Twenty-First street bridge, Julius Weina today 
saved 3-year-old Kenneth Wilda from death in the river when the child, a son 
of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Wilda, fell from the dock at Nineteenth street into 
the water. Weina, who was working near the Twenty-First street bridge, but 
across the river, started on a run when he saw the boy fall off the dock and 
reached the scene in time to save the lad. Joseph Burish, who was working 
with Weina, followed the other man and aided Weina and the boy to the dock. 
The police amubulance was summoned but upon arrival it was found that the boy 
was uninjured and had suffeered no ill effects. The child was taken home.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, July 5, 1922 P. 4
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[Kenneth d. 2002/cremation]


LELAND (LEE) WILDA

Leland (Lee) Wilda, age 69, of 2103 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc, died Friday morning, 
July 21, 2000, at his residence.
Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, July 24, 2000, at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc and 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Gerald Foley, with 
burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery. Graveside military rites will be accorded 
by American Legion Drews-Bleser Post #88, Manitowoc.
Lee was born November 29, 1930, in Manitowoc, son of the late Louis and Veronica 
Woycichosky Wilda. He was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the 
class of 1949. Lee then entered the United States Marine Corp. On January 10, 
1952, he married the former Carol Toston. She preceded him in death March 23, 1983. 
He then married the former Lavange Kruel Staudt, on July 12, 1986, in Manitowoc. 
Lee was employed at Fairview Food Market, as a meat cutter for 45 years.
Survivors include his wife, Lavange Wilda, Manitowoc; a son and daughter-in-law, 
David and Barbara Wilda, Appleton; a daughter and son-in-law, Jean and Kenneth 
Petersohn, Manitowoc; four step-sons and one step daughter-in-law, David and Jean 
Staudt, Novi, Mich., Michael Staudt, Menomonee Falls, John Staudt, Lawton, Okla., 
Chris Staudt and fiancee, Nancy Gunderson, Manitowoc; step daughter, Linda Schroeder, 
Manitowoc; seven grandchildren, Tyron and Kelly Wilda, Andrea Petersohn, Lukas and 
Nicholas Schroeder, Rachel and Amber Staudt; three brothers and four sisters-in-law, 
James and Janet Wilda, Manitowoc, Lloyd and Kathy Wilda, Two Rivers, Tom and Annette 
Wilda, New Zealnd, Ann Wilda, Virginia; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Lois and 
Joe Schmatz, Kellnersville, Betty and Bob Fischer, Manitowoc, Shari and John Blunda, 
Colorado; also survived by many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends. Lee was also preceded in death by a brother, Gerald 
Wilda, Virginia.
The family will greet relatives and friends Sunday evening, at the Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc from 4-8 p.m., where a prayer service wil be held at 7:30 p.m. by 
Deacon Paul Kiefer.
The family would like to thank all of the care givers for their loving care and 
support.
Lee will be greatly missed by all.
Herald Times Reporter, July 22, 2000 P. A2


LINDA WILDA MEYER

Mrs. Lewis E. (Linda E.) Meyer, 69, of 1530 N. 10th St., Sheboygan, died Saturday 
evening following a short illness. 
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Ballhorn Funeral Chapel, 1201 N. 
Eighth St., Sheboygan. The Rev. Gene Krueger, associate pastor of Zion United 
Church of Christ will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Meyer, nee Linda E. Ansorge, was born Jan. 31, 1905, at English Lake, Manitowoc 
County. She attended district grade school. She was married to George Wilda of 
Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1945. She was employed at Harry’s Supper Club 
of Manitowoc until 1956. She was married to Lewis E. Meyer of Sheboygan, Jan. 1, 1957, 
residing at Sheboygan since. She was a member of St. John United Church of Christ of 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, four brothers, Frederick, Elmer and Herbert, of 
Manitowoc and Louie, of Rt. 1, Cato, and a sister, Mrs. Elmer Olp, of Manitowoc. A 
brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Ballhorn Funeral Chapel after 5 o’clock this Monday afternoon. 
Memorials may be made to St. John United Church of Christ.
Herald Times Reporter, October 28, 1974  P. 3
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(This obit is also with Linda Meyer entry)
[d. at Sheboygan WI/age 69 yrs./widow of George Wilda-husband #1/
wife of Lewis Meyer-husband #2/bur. on Mrs. Linda Meyer lot]


LOUIS T. WILDA    (d. 1949)

Louis T. Wilda, 46, employed in the Eastman Manufacturing company plant here 
for the past seven years, died early today at Wisconsin General hospital in 
Madison following a brief illness.
Mr. Wilda, the father of eight children, had entered the Madison hospital two 
weeks ago. Prior to that time he had been at his work regularly. 
The body is being brought back here from Madison this evening when funeral 
arrangements will be made. 
A son of Adolph and the late Mrs. Wilda, the deceased was born in Manitowoc in 
1903. After attending the old Washington high school, he learned the barber 
trade which he followed for more than 15 years, working in several local shops. 
Later he was employed here by the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company until 
beginning work at the Eastman plant in 1942.
He was a member of the Holy Name society of Holy Innocents parish.
In 1924 he married the former Veronica Wachahowski, who survives him along with 
five sons, Jerry, James, Lloyd and Thomas, all of this city, and Leland of the 
U.S. marine corps, now stationed at Paris Island, S.C.; three daughters, Lois, 
Betty and Catherine all at home; his father, Adolph Wilda of Manitowoc; three 
brothers, Ervin, Ray and Kenneth, all of this city; and two sisters, Mrs. Reuben 
Auman of Manitowoc and Miss Victoria of Chicago.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 6, 1949  P. 2
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[bur. 07-09-1949 at Madison, WI/age 46 yrs.]


LUCILLE WILDA  (d. 1982)

Mrs. John (Lucille) Wilda, of 228 LaFollette Ave., Manitowoc, died late 
Friday evening, February 19, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Parkside Funeral Home and 
11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The mass of Christian 
Burial will be celebrated by Rev. William Zimmer and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilda was born at Manitowoc, daughter of Philomena Popp Klein and 
the late Clarence Klein. She was educated in the Manitowoc school system 
and was a graduate of Lincoln High School. Mrs. Wilda was employed in the 
offices of Imperial Cleavite. She was married to John Wilda, April 1952, 
at Milwaukee. Mrs. Wilda was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic church 
and a former member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Survivors include her husband John; a son, (private) of Manitowoc; her 
mother, Mrs. Philomena Klein of Manitowoc; two brothers, Joseph Klein 
of Two Rivers and Norbert Klein of Manitowoc; eight sisters and five 
brothers-in-law, Mrs. Margaret Weber of Philadelphia, Pa., Mrs. Cecelia 
Dashner of Port Washington, Wis., Miss Genevieve Klein of Manitowoc, 
Dolores and William Rehrauer of Two Rivers, Mary Jo and Wilbert Crane 
of Manitowoc, Patricai and Ralph Stankey of Manitowoc, Katherine and 
Leroy Bradey of Missouri and Judith and Dr. Harry Schaefer of Manitowoc; 
her mother-in-law, Mrs. Blanche Wilda of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Monday. Prayer serve 7 p.m. Monday led by Father Zimmer.
Manitowoc Herald-Times Reporter, Sun 21 Feb 1982


LUCILLE WILDA    (d. 2013)

Lucille S. Wilda, age 96, a resident of Laurel Grove Assisted Living, Manitowoc, 
formerly of 1611 New York Avenue, Manitowoc, entered eternal life early Tuesday 
morning, August 13, 2013 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center in Manitowoc.
Lucille was born December 31, 1916 in Bolt, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of 
the William and Anna Etersky Kraynik.
On October 17, 1934 she married Chester "Ted" Wilda in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. He 
preceded her in death in 1978. Lucille was a member of St. Francis of Assisi 
Catholic Church.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
She was preceded in death by her parents: William and Anna Kraynik; husband: 
Chester Wilda in 1978; one son: Keith Wilda in 1976; one sister: Evelyn Meyers
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 16, 2013 at St. Francis 
of Assisi Catholic Church on Waldo, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will 
be celebrated by Rev. Richard Klingeisen with burial to follow at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at St. Francis of Assisi 
Catholic Church on Waldo Blvd. on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of 
services at 11:00 a.m. Following the funeral services at church there will be a 
luncheon provided for family and friends at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center 
located on the south property of the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to the Salvation Army or to the 
donor's choice. Online condolences for the family may be sent to 
www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, 
Manitowoc 
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, August 2013


MARGARET A. WILDA    (d. 1990)

Margaret Wilda, 83, formerly of 1214 S. 15th Street, Manitowoc, died Thursday 
May 3 at Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc.  Funeral services will be at 10 am 
Monday at St. James Episcopal Church, Manitowoc, Rev. David Klutterman will 
officiate and burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilda was born October 24, 1904 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph 
and Ann Adams Monka. She attended school in the Manitowoc School System. She 
married Wencel A. Wilda on September 18, 1928 in Manitowoc. He preceded her in 
death in 1973. She was a member of the St. James Episcopal Church and -- illegible — 
guild. Mrs. Wilda was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star No. ??.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Robert W. and Nancy Wilda of Fair??, 
two daughters and sons-in-law, Jean and Kenneth ?? of Manitowoc and Ann ?? and Fred 
Gregoire of Southwick, Massachusetts; one sister, Lila Monka of Boynton Beach, 
Florida and brother-in-law, Marvin ?? of Manitowoc; one sister- in-law, Sylvia 
Larson of Manitowoc and grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded 
in death by three brothers and one sister.
Friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home from 4 pm to 8 pm Sunday where a memorial 
service will be at ?? pm. Memorials may be made to the St. James Episcopal Church 
or the Alzheimer’s Foundation.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 4, 1990
********
(Note: Copy was hard to read)
********
Funeral services for Margaret Wilda, 83, formerly of 1214 S. 15th Street, 
Manitowoc, who died Thursday, May 3, 1990, at Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc, 
will be 10 a.m. Monday at St. James Episcopal Church, Manitowoc. Rev. David 
Klutterman will officiate and burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the Jens Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday where a 
memorial service will be at 6:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to the St. James 
Episcopal Church or the Alzheimer's Foundation.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
*********
[d. 05-03-1990/age 85 yrs./widow of Wencel Wilda/bur. on Joe Wilda lot]


MARTHA WILDA    (d. 1955)

Mrs. Martha Wilda, 76, of 3211 Washington St., Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon 
at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a four weeks illness.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. John 
Landowski will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Martha Mrotek in Carlton, Kewaunee County, July 27, 1878, daughter 
of the late Mr. and Mrs. Walter Mrotek, and came to Manitowoc at an early age. 
She was married Nov. 20, 1911 to Charles Wilda. He died in 1924. 
Surviving are six brothers, Max, Joseph, George, Leo and Frank of Manitowoc and 
Walter of Vancouver, Wash., sister, Mrs. Charles Schaetzke of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. 
Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 18, 1955  P. 9 
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Mr. Charles Wilda, who was employed at Aluminum Goods Plant No. 2, at Manitowoc, 
and died on October 22, at the age of 44, was insured thru the group system of the life 
insurance carried by the company for $1500.00 This amount was paid by the company 
to Mrs. Martha Wilda, wife of the deceased.
Two Rivers Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis., Friday, November 7, 1924 pg. 6
*****
[d. 07-16-1955/age 76 yrs./cause: generalized carcinomatosis]


MARY WILDA  (d. 1922)

DEATH SUMMONS COMES TO MRS. ANTON WILDA
Death claimed Mrs. Mary Wilda this morning at her home on 702 Buffalo 
street, death being due to complicated heart trouble which had been 
bothering her for some time past.
Mrs. Wilda was born in Prague in 1856 and came to this country with 
her parents four years later settling at Kossuth. She was married to 
Anton Wilda on November 22, 1871 and they moved to this city in 1882 
and have made their home here for the past forty years. Last November 
the couple celebrated their golden wedding.
The deceased is survived by her husband and seven children, four sons, 
Adolph, Edward, Henry and Dr. Odin Wilda, and three daughters, Mrs. 
Rose Belinske, Mrs. Louis Schleisleder Jr., and Miss Mayme Wilda all 
of this city.
She is also survived by five sisters Mrs. Anna Wilda, Mrs. Krainik, 
Mrs. Rose Mostalir of this city, Mrs. W. Pavlik, of Mosinee and Mrs. 
H. Blanke of Plymouth and two brothers, Adolph Petska of this city 
and Frank Petska of Francis Creek. There are ten grandchildren.
The funeral services will be held from the home Saturday afternoon 
at two o'clock the Rev. Francis Keicher officiating and the burial 
will be at the Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, December 21, 1922 P.1
********
(Mary Wilda/d. 21 Dec. 1922/from record of St. James Epis. ch., 
Manitowoc)
[bur 12-23-1922/cause: cancer of the stomach/bur on Anton Wilda lot]


MARY WILDA  (d. 1925)

MRS. M. WILDA CALLED TO HER REST, AGED 75
Mrs. Mary Wilda, widow of Wenzel Wilda, and a resident of Manitowoc 
for thirty three years, died at her home 430 N. Tenth street Thursday 
afternoon, aged 75 years, of infirmities incident to her advanced age. 
Funeral services will be held from the home Saturday afternoon at 
2 o’clock, the Rev. Tepley officiating and burial will be at Evergreen. 
Mrs. Wilda was born in Bohemia on Christmas day 1850 and came to 
America as a young girl with her parents. She was married 59 years 
ago to Mr. Wilda who preceded her in death eight years ago. The 
family came here 33 years ago and had since resided in the city. 
Mrs. Wilda is survived by eight children, three daughters and five 
sons. Mrs. Adolph Maresh, Mrs. Peter Kruml, Mrs. Joseph Tomachek, 
Edward, Joseph, Adolph, henry and William all of this city. Three 
brothers, Joseph and John Granal (or Granat) of Lodi and James of 
this city and two sisters, Mrs. Johanna Fremel, Chicago and Mrs. 
Joseph Kotik of St. Paul, also survive. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, October 02, 1925


MARY WILDA    (d. 1937)

STROKE FATAL TO MRS. WILDA 
Lifelong Resident of City Dies Suddenly This Morning
Mrs. Mary Wilda, 67, a lifelong resident of the city and county, died suddenly 
of a heart attack this morning at the home, 1216 South 15th street. 
Mrs. Wilda had not been ill. She retired as usual last night. This morning when 
members of the family went to call her they found her stricken with a heart 
attack. By the time a physician arrived she was dead. 
Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home in charge of the Rev. Paul Blaufuss. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery. 
Mrs. Wilda, whose maiden name was Mary Wachal, was born in Franklin in 1869. In 
1893 she was married to Joseph Wilda and they moved to this city where Mr. Wilda 
was employed. Mr. Wilda died five years ago. 
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Albert Engels and Caroline, both of this city; 
two sons, Wencel and George, both of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Josephine 
Svacina, Rice Lake, Wis., Mrs. Frank Pankratz, Cato; six grandchildren and one 
great-grandchild.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Wednesday evening until the hour 
of the funeral services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 20, 1937  P. 2
*******
[bur. 04-23-1937/age 67 yrs./cause: cardiac decompensation/bur. on Joseph Wilda lot]


MAYME WILDA

Miss Mayme Wilda, 64, died early Monday morning after a heart attack at 
the home of a sister, Mrs. Oscar Belinske, at 1125 S. 12th St., Manitowoc, 
where she had been residing.
Miss Wilda was born at Manitowoc June 19, 1895, daughter of the late Anton 
and Mary Wilda. She attended and was graduated from Manitowoc schools and 
Stout Institute, Menomonie, Wis. For 10 years she taught home economics at 
Madison School, Manitowoc, and later was employed by the late Dr. Odon Wilda, 
dentist, as receptionist and dental technician. The past 10 years she had 
lived with a grand niece, Mrs. Dean Krupkat.
Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Oscar Belinske, and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday with burial in Evergreen Cemetery. 
Other funeral arrangements will be announced Tuesday by Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. 
Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 28, 1960 P. 5
********
[d. 03-28-1960/age 64 yrs.]


ODON J. WILDA

Dr. Wilda Dies Suddenly of A Heart Attack
Dr. Odon J. Wilda, 53 (photo), of 836 North Sixth street, well known
Manitowoc dentis and a major in World War I, died suddenly of a heart
attack ???Saturday evening while (too light to read) at the rear of
the ???.
Dr. Wilda had (paragraph too light)
Funeral Wednesday
(too light to read)
Wife Survives
(too light) city. She survives with a daughter (private), a son
(private), three sisters, Mrs. Oscar Belinske, Mrs. Gertrude
Schliesleder and Miss Mayme Wilda, all of this city.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after seven o'clock this
evening. The rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at 7:30 at the
funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 26, 1944  p.2
********
Funeral services for Dr. Odon J. Wilda were held this morning from the 
Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home at 8:30 and at 9:00 o'clock
from the Sacred Heart Catholic church, the Rev. L.M. Schorn officiating.
Burial was in Evergreen cemetery with military rites performed by the
Drews-Bleser post of the American Legion.
Members of the Manitowoc Dental Association served as honorary pall-
bearers. (omitted for privacy).
Manitowoc Herald Times Wednesday, June 28, 1944  p.2
********
[Odon Justin Wilda/d. 06-24-1944/age 52 yrs./cause: coronary
occlusion/bur. on Mrs. Hilda L. Wilda lot]
********
CAPT. ODIN(sic) WILDA TELLS OF THRILLS ON BATTLE LINE
Manitowoc Man in Service Since August 10th Experienced Much Excitement 
in Big Drives of War
A tale thrilling in the excitement of adventures through which he 
has passed is told in letters recently received from Capt. Odin Wilda 
of this city, who is serving with the U.S. dental corps overseas. Capt. 
Wilda has been attached to troops in action on the battlefronts since 
Aug. 10 and previous to the signing of the armistice experienced many 
thrills of the war zone. Sailing from New York on June 28, via Halifax, 
where he witnessed the destruction caused by the explosion of an oil 
steamer there a short time previously, he sailed from Halifax on July 4 
with an escort of seventeen boats, the largest troop convoy up to that 
time. The trip took the transport around the north pole and Capt. Wilda 
says that it was “sure some cold.” On July 15 off the Irish coast, Capt. 
Wilda’s transport ran into a nest of German submarines and two of the 
number were “officially” put out of commission. The boat landed at 
Liverpool the evening of July 16 and at 12 o’clock Capt. Wilda entrained 
for South Hampton, where he remained but one day and then sailed on a 
cattle boat to France landing at Havre. Remaining at Havre for a week the 
contingent was loaded into box cars and sent to Ource where it remained a 
few days and then was sent to Minot to join the 350th regiment. On Aug. 10, 
Capt. Wilda left Minot and entrained for the St. Mihiel sector, reaching 
Fong from which place the command marched to Frenchville and later to the 
trenches where the command took part in the memorable drive in which the 
American forces obliterated the St. Mihiel salient. Capt. Wilda says he 
missed the first part of the show as on Aug. 29 he was detailed to Tangres 
where he remained until Sept. 16 and returned to his regiment on the 19th 
on which day he experienced his first baptism of shell fire while en route 
to the front lines, the Germans shelling the road all along the way. “I 
didn’t know what fear was at this time but now I have a wholesome respect 
for those big shells,” said Capt. Wilda. “The morning of Sept. 21 we put 
over a big raid and incidently chased Fritz back midst plenty of excitement. 
Capt. Wilda tells of the regiment being moved to Monta-ta-Coucon, which 
place was used by the crown prince as headquarters in his drive on Verdun 
and it was here that Capt. Wilda was lost for a time and in some manner 
became separated from his command for a night. On Sept. 26 following the 
drive in that sector by the Americans, Capt. Wilda’s command moved to the 
newly taken ground which became a pretty warm spot as result of the attacks 
of the Boche which he says tore up the buildings which the American artillery 
had left standing. “We found a cellar back of a church which we used as our 
aid station. Each minute of the day Fritz took a brick out of the church until 
it was leveled and we were in line of his fire. We had good protection but in 
spite of all the German crushed the roof, knocking out one wall and let the 
ceiling of our place of business fall twice.” Says Capt. Wilda. On Oct. 3 
Capt. Wilda says his command “went over the top” the battalion leading all 
through the light. The aid station was stationed right back of the line where 
the troops were lighting just outside the town of Andevane. Things got pretty 
hot and each and every advance seemed to be made in a warmer atmosphere, 
according to the captain who wound up at Villers, where everything was quiet 
for a time. One of the interesting incidents told in Capt. Wilda’s letter 
relates how a German plane swooping over the field in which his command was 
operating, scattered the soldiers in all directions, each one seeking safety 
on his own hook. Capt. Wilda and companions, who were with him, covered 
considerable territory that night, reaching the American lines toward morning 
to learn that they had been traversing territory bordering the German lines. 
Recounting his experience at Launeville where his command arrived on the 
afternoon of Oct. 6, Capt. Wilda says that of all his experiences, this will 
be the best remembered. The course taken by the troops was over a road which 
for a half mile was directly under the German eye and when the Americans 
attempted to cross, the enemy opened fire, “On this road while moving down 
the hill they had us running circles and one of the funniest incidents was 
when two of us tried to hide behind a sapling three inches thick. A shell 
which exploded covered us with mud but we covered the distance over the road 
in time that I bet was not far short of ten flat,” says Capt. Wilda’s letter. 
Capt. Wilda was at Stanay where the Americans had driven the Germans to cover 
on the morning that the news of the signing of the armistice was received. He 
says that following a terrible battle, the night previous, the American forces 
had started an attack early on the morning of Nov. 11 when the news came to 
cease firing. The Yanks were inclined to question the order and were taking 
no chances keeping an eye on the enemy continually but were finally convinced 
that the news was official and then began to cheer and in one large chorus 
sang “Over There.” Speaking of the armistice and the closing of the war, Capt. 
Wilda said “you may rest assured that all were happy but their sentiment was 
that of all the boys on the line: ‘the armistice saved Germany, saved many 
lives and much work, but it robbed us of a chance to invade the enemy country 
and break up its peaceful homes as he had so ruthlessly broken up the homes 
of the French peasants; it robbed us of a chance to bring destruction to his 
militarism, of our chance to lay waste his land, driving his people into the 
open world as he had done by his terrorism. Glad it’s over? Yes, for the sake 
of humanity. As it is Germany knows only the cost in lives and not the privations 
of war such as the French have been forced to endure.” Capt. Wilda’s letter is 
lengthy and a most interesting one. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, March 06, 1919 Page 4
*********
Married
Miss Hilda Friedl and Dr. Odon Wilda were married Monday morning at St. 
Boniface Church, Rev. Peil officiating. Miss Mayme Wilda was bridesmaid 
and Edwin Friedl groomsman. The young couple will reside in this city.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 25, 1920


ORLEAN N. WILDA

Mrs. Paul Wilda, 58, of 1532 Iris Dr., Manitowoc, died Saturday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Monday at Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce Hanstedt will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilda, nee Orlean Nelson, was born Sept. 15, 1915 at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Casper and Clara Bolle Nelson. She was married to Paul V. Wilda 
July 23, 1951 at Indiana. Her husband preceded her in death April 25, 1968. Mrs. 
Wilda was a graduate of Lincoln High School in the class of 1933. She was also 
a member of the VFW Auxiliary of Manitowoc.
Survivors include a son, Paul and a daughter, Miss Paulette, both of Manitowoc, 
a sister, Mrs. J.E. Vanderlin of Green Bay; her stepmother, Mrs. Viola Nelson and 
two half-brothers, Mark and Rodney Nelson of Green Bay.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 9 pm Sunday where a memorial 
service will be held at 7:30 pm by the VFW Auxiliary. The family requests no 
flowers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Nov. 17, 1973 page 3
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[widow of Paul Wilda/bur. on Mrs. Edward L. Wilda lot]


PAUL V. WILDA    (d. 1968)

Paul V. Wilda, 57, of 1532 Iris Dr., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning at the 
Veterans Hospital, Wood, Wis. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, by members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 659. Burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, where military rites will be accorded. 
Mr. Wilda was born July 23, 1910, at Manitowoc, son of the late Edward L. Wilda 
and Mrs. Paula Stupecky Wilda. He was graduated from Lincoln High School, 
Manitowoc, in 1923, and attended Wisconsin State University-Whitewater. He married 
Orlean Nelson July 28, 1951, at Crown Point, Ind. 
A veteran of World War II and 30-months of overseas duty, Mr. Wilda was employed 
as assistant adjutant quartermaster for the Wisconsin Department of VFW. Mr. Wilda 
was a member of the VFW Post 659 and Eagles Aerie 706. He entered service Oct. 24, 
1949 and served in the South Pacific. He was discharged Dec. 15, 1945, and was a 
first sergeant in the 14th-61st Engineer Maintenance Corps. 
Besides his wife he is survived by a son, Paul, and a daughter, Paulette, and mother 
of Manitowoc, and two brothers, Harry of Sturgeon Bay and Chester of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Friday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 25, 1968  P. 30 
********
[d.  Wood, WI/bur. on Mrs. Edward L. Wilda lot]


PAULA S. WILDA

Mrs. Edward Wilda, 92, of Family Heritage Nursing Home, Manitowoc, 
formerly of 842 N. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday evening at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Private funeral services will be held 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.
Mrs. Wilda, nee Paula S. Stupecky, was born April 12, 1880, at 
Manitowoc, daughter of the late Frank and Anna Subr Stupecky. She 
was married to Edward Wilda in November of 1904 at Manitowoc. Her 
husband preceded her in death in 1935. She was a member of the ZCBJ 
Lodge.
Survivors include two sons, Chester (Ted), of Manitowoc and Harry, of 
Brussels, a sister, Mrs. Edward Chloupek, of Manitowoc, seven grand-
children and nine great grandchildren. Four sons preceded her in death.
There will be no visitation. Memorials may be made to the Eugene F. 
Wilda Scholarship Fund.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 22, 1972
********
[d. 09-21-1972/age 92 yrs./widow of Edward L. Wilda]
(12 Apr 1880/Sep 1972/SSDI), ossw:


RALEIGH E. WILDA    (d. 1958)

Raleigh Wilda Dies at Age 53 
Raleigh E. Wilda, 53, of 812 No. 11th Manitowoc, former alderman of the Sixth 
Ward, died unexpectedly Monday afternoon of a heart attack while at work at the 
Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc. 
The Manitowoc Rescue Squad was summoned at 5:23 p.m. and applied oxygen to Mr. 
Wilda for 30 minutes.
Mr. Wilda served as Sixth Ward alderman in the City Council 1937-38 under the 
late Mayor Arthur Schuetze. On Oct. 4, 1954, he was named to succeed John Kramer, 
who resigned because of locating in Oshkosh, for the unexpired term which ran 
until April 1955.
He was past master of the Masonic Lodge and because he was chairman of the cemetery 
and Parks Committee of the City Council he was active with the Municipal Recreation 
Department a number of years. Mr. Wilda was employed by the Mirro Aluminum Co. the 
past 30 years.
Born Aug. 19, 1905, at Manitowoc, Mr. Wilda married Ruth Mary Sommers Aug. 18, 1927, 
at Manitowoc. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Wilda, and Jack S. of 
Bangor, Pa.; four brothers, Paul, Chester and Eugene of Manitowoc and Harry of Riley’s 
Point and two grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted by the Masonic lodge at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Urbanek 
and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
Friends may call at the funeral home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 25, 1958  P. 11
*******
[d. 11-24-1958/age 53 yrs./cremains]


RALEIGH WILDA    (d. 1995)

Raleigh J. (Ozzie) Wilda, age 67, of 1416 N. 169th St., Manitowoc, 
died Friday morning, September 29, 1995, at the Transitional Hospital 
of Milwaukee, Greenfield, Wis.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, October 2, 1995, at 
the Reinbold-Pfeffer Funeral Home. Deacon William Klein will officiate 
with burial to follow at the Evergreen Cemetery with Military Graveside 
Rites accorded by Otto Oas VFW Post #659 of Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilda was born February 14, 1928, at Manitowoc, son of the late 
Raleigh E. and Ruth Sommers Wilda. He attended area schools and 
graduated from Lincoln High School in 1946. He entered during the 
Korean Conflict in August of 1950 serving as a radarman with the 822nd 
bomber squadron with overseas service based in Laon, France. He was 
discharged from the Air Force in May of 1954 and then attended the 
University of Wisconsin Extention at Manitowoc. On March 31, 1951, he 
married Shirley E. Graczyk at Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, Miss. 
Prior to his retirement in 1990 he was employed at Bay Shipbuilding in 
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. Ozzie is a past commander of Otto Oas VFW Post #659, 
past commander of the VFW 8th District and has held various state 
chairmanship in the VFW.
Survivors include his wife, Shirley, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-
law, Randy J. and Roxanne Wilda, Grand Rapids, Mich.; four grandchildren, 
Regan, Teddy, Emily, and Richard Wilda; one brother and two sisters-in-law, 
Jack and Diane Wilda, Richmond, Va., Julie Wilda, Galesville, Wis.; sisters-
in-law and brothers-in-law include Jan and Joe Sepnefski, Manitowoc, Norbert 
and Marion Graczyk, Manitowoc, Milt and Joanne Graczyk, Pound, Wis.; nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in 
death by one brother, Curtis L. Wilda.
Friends and family may call at the Reinbold-Pfeffer Funeral Home on Monday 
from 12 noon until the time of services. VFW Memorial Services will be 
held at 1:45 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, October 1, 1995 P. A2
*********
[d. at Milwaukee WI]


RUTH A. WILDA

Mrs. Raleigh Wilda, 69, of ?12 N. 11th St., Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at First Presbyterian Church 
Chapel, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dale Tutje will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilda, nee Ruth Adeline Sommers, was born Jan. 20, 1903, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Edmund and Motie Felts Sommers. She was married to 
Raleigh Wilda Aug. 18, 1927, at Manitowoc, and the couple located here. Mrs. 
Wilda was employed at Memorial Hospital for the past 10 years, retiring 
Jan. 1, 1972. She was also a member of the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Her 
husband preceded her in death in 1958.
Survivors include three sons, two sisters, Mrs. Ralph Paddock of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Joseph Schroeder of Venice, Fla., and seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 to 9 p.m. 
Sunday until noon Monday and then at the chapel until the time of service.
Memorials may be made to Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 15, 1972
********
[d. 04-14-1972/age 69 yrs./widow of Raleigh Wilda]
(20 Jan 1903/Apr 1972/SSDI)


SHIRLEY E. WILDA

Shirley E. Wilda, age 80, a resident of 2000 Clark St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, 
February 20, 2000, at Holy
Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
It was Miss Wilda's wish to not have any funeral service or visitation. She was 
buried in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Shirley was born January 10, 1920, in Francis Creek, Wis., daughter of the late 
Edward and Clara Steeber Wilda. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1937. 
She was a member of the Manitowoc Senior Center and the Eagles Auxiliary Aries 
#706.
Survivors include several relatives and friends.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 22, 2000 P. A2


VACLAV WILDA

PIONEER RESIDENT OF CITY PASSES FROM LIFE AS HE SLEEPS
Wenzel Wilda, Who Came to City as Boy, Found Dead in Bed at His 
Home this Morning. Was 71 Years Old
Wenzel Wilda, a pioneer settler of the city who had made his home 
here since boyhood, was found dead in bed at his home, 430 North 
Tenth street, this morning, a victim of heart trouble. Though his 
health had not been robust his condition had not been considered 
serious and his death was a shock. 
Mr. Wilda was 71 years of age, having been born in Bohemia, Sept. 28, 
1845. He came to Manitowoc as a boy and had made his home here since. 
For years Mr. Wilda was engaged in the retail liquor business, 
conducting a place on Commercial street on the site now occupied by 
the Pech livery. He retired some years ago. Five sons and three 
daughters survive Mr. Wilda, being Joseph, Adolph, Henry, Edward 
of this city; William of Green Bay; Mrs. Adolph Maresn, Mrs. Peter 
Krummel, Mrs. Joseph Tomchek, this city. Mr. Wilda failed to respond 
to the call of the family this morning and when his room was visited 
he was found dead. Funeral arrangements have not been made.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, May 04, 1917, Page 8
********
Wenzel (sic) Wilda, a well known resident of this city, died suddenly last 
Thursday night at his home on North tenth street, aged 71 years. He had been 
afflicted with asthma for several years, and although he was not well his 
condition was not thought to be serious and when he retired he seemed as well 
as usual but in the morning when his wife went to his room to awake him she 
found him dead in bed.
The deceased was born in Bohemia and when a child came to this country with 
his parents. For many years he conduced a saloon on Commercial street.
Besides his wife he is survived by seven children, Joseph, Henry, Edward, all 
of this city, and William of Green Bay, Mrs. Adolph Maresch, Mrs. Peter Krummer, 
and Mrs. M. Tomchek, all of this city.
The funeral was held Sunday afternoon. Interment was in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, May 10, 1917
********
[Wencel Wilda/bur. 05-06-1917/cause: myocarditis]


VERONICA A. WILDA

Mrs. Veronica A. Wilda, 81, a resident of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday, August 6, 1986 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 10:30 am Saturday at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and 11 am at Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by Rev. Leo J. Schmitt with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilda was born January 12, 1905 at Poland, daughter of the late Frank 
and Elizabeth Eisenach Woyciehowsky. She married Louis Wilda and he preceded 
her in death in 1949. Mrs. Wilda was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include five sons and daughters-in-law, Gerald and Anne of Norfolk, 
Virginia, James and Janet of Manitowoc, Leland and Lavange of Manitowoc, Lloyd 
and Kathleen of Two Rivers and Thomas and Annette of Christchurch, New Zealand; 
three daughters and sons-in-law, Lois and Joseph Schmatz of Cato, Betty and 
Robert Fischer of Manitowoc and Shari and Wayne Rusboldt of Phoenix, Arizona; 
a brother and a sister-in-law, Phil and Edna Woyciehowsky of Manitowoc; 26 
grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren and other relatives and friends also 
survive. She was preceded in death by two sisters and a brother.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 pm to 
9 pm Friday evening. A prayer service will be held at 8 pm led by Deacon Don 
Gigure.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Aug. 7, 1986 page 20
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[widow of Louis Wilda]


WENCEL A. WILDA

Wencel A. Wilda, 72, of 1216 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. James Espiscopal Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. William Harvey will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilda was born Sept. 6, 1901, at Manitowoc, son of the late Joseph and 
Mary Wachal Wilda. He attended Manitowoc schools. He married Margaret Monka 
Sept. 18, 1928, at Manitowoc. They resided at Manitowoc all their lives. He 
was a member of St. James Episcopal Church, Masonic Lodge No. 65, A & FM. of 
Manitowoc and Manitowoc Pigion and Fancy Club. He had been employed at 
Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., 43 years, retiring in 1969
Survivors include his wife, a son and two daughters; two sisters, Miss 
Caroline Wilda and Mrs. Albert (Libby) Engel, of Manitowoc and four grand-
children. A brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 5 o'clock this Friday 
afternoon, with Masoic memorial service at 7:30 o'clock. Memorials may be 
made to St. James Episcopal Church. The casket will remain closed.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. October 5, 1973
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[d. 10-05-1973/age 72 yrs./bur. on Joe Wilda lot]
(06 Sep 1901/Oct 1973/SSDI)


EDNA WILDE

Mrs. William H. Wilde, 58, of 621 S. 32nd St., Manitowoc, died early
Tuesday morning at Wisconsin General Hospital, Madison, following a
brief illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Bethany Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Armin Roekle will officiate and burial
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Dec. 12, 1903, in the Town of Newton, daughter of the
late John and Louisa Sundt Wegner. The former Edna Wegner attended
grade school at St. John Lutheran School at Newtonburg and at the
age of 14 moved to Manitowoc with her parents, enrolling in Manitowoc
Business College. She was employed for seven years prior to her
marriage as a bookkeeper at American Exchange Bank and was later
employed for five years in the office of Manitowoc Chamber of 
Commerce. She was married to William Wilde Sept. 4, 1926, at
Manitowoc. She was a charter member of Bethany Lutheran Church and
its Ladies Aid Society and for 10 years taught Sunday School at
the church.
Survivors include her husband, a son, a daughter, three sisters,
Mrs. John Luke of Milwaukee, Mrs. Max Bruckschen of Rt. 3,
Manitowoc, and Mrs. Herbert Boldt of Manitowoc; and four grand-
children. Three sisters and a brother preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc,
after 3 p.m. Wednesday until noon Thursday when the body will
be moved to the church to lie in state until the hour of
service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, October 04, 1960  page 3
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[d. 10-04-1960 at Madison WI/age 56 yrs./wife of William H. Wilde]


ELISABETH WILDE

Name: Wilde, Elisabeth
D.: 7/4/1871
B.: 3/13/1797
Reg. D.: 6/9/1875
Sex: F/W
Age at Death:
B.P.: Germany
D.P.: Tn. of Mtwc
Cem.: Evergreen Mtwc.
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Elisa Biegel (Born Wilde)
Spouse: John Friedrich Wilde
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1 p.179


FRED J. WILDE

Fred J. Wilde, 80, pioneer resident of Manitowoc and a retired farmer and 
cheesemaker, died today in this city after a lingering illness. He has been 
living with a daughter, Mrs. W. J. Frank, at 921 South 19th street. 
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home where the body will lie in state from Sunday evening on. 
The Rev. Edward Zell of the Lutheran church at Mishicot will officiate Tuesday. 
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Wilde was born in this city June 14, 1858, and he lived in the city and 
county all his life. He married Minnie Gierke in 1883 and Mrs. Wilde died 26 
years ago.
Survivors are the daughter, Mrs. Frank, a son, Ed H. Wilde of Green Bay, a 
brother, Henry of this city, two sisters, Mrs. Carl Ridderbush of Wausau and Mrs. 
John Carlson of Birnamwood, and two grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 2, 1938  P. 4
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[cause: cystitis]


HENRY WILDE

Henry Wilde, 87, of 1336 South 18th street, Manitowoc, died Sunday morning at 
Holy Family hospital following a short illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the First German Ev. Lutheran 
church, Manitowoc, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Wilde was born in 1863 and operated a farm in Newton until moving to Manitowoc 
16 years ago. In 1890, he married Ricka Kansier who died in 1947.
Survivors are three children, Mrs. Lilly Zapfe and William H. of Manitowoc and 
Herman of La Pointe, Wis.; eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer funeral home until 11 a.m. Tuesday when the body 
will be moved to the church to lie in state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 19, 1951  P. 2
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[d. 03-18-1951/age 87 yrs./bur. on William H. Wilde lot]


HERBERT WILDE

Herbert Wilde
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name	Herbert Wilde
Death Date	1 Dec 1901
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume  04
Page number  0089
Reel	051
Image	0532
Index Volume  02
Sequence Number	419404
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
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Herbert Wilde
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Herbert Wilde
Color/Sex: White Male
Age: 4 months  13 days
Father: Fred Wilde
Birthplace of father: Manitowoc
Mother: Minnie Wilde
Birthplace of mother: Germany Europe
Birthplace of deceased: Town of Mishicot
Birth Date: 06 Aug 1901
Death Date: 19 Dec 1901
Death County: Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: Liver disease
Duration of disease: 9 weeks
Burial place: Manitowoc Wis
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"
*****
[cause: liver disease] 


MINNIE WILDE

Mrs. Fred Wilde, aged 49 years, died at her home 810 South 18th street, Monday 
morning, after a lingering illness. She is survived by her husband and two 
children, a son and a daughter. The funeral will be held this afternoon from 
the German Lutheran church.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, August 1, 1912  pg. 1
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Notes From Mishicot:
On Thursday last Ed. Wilde was called to Manitowoc, to the bedside of his mother 
who had been in ill health for a number of years. On the following morning she 
passed away to the great beyond. Mrs. Wilde with her husband and family formerly 
resided in School Section and was well known in these parts. The sympathy of the 
community is extended to the afflicted family.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, August 8, 1912  pg.8
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[cause: tuberculosis]


OLGA WILDE

YOUNG WIFE DEATH VICTIM AT AGE OF 27 
Heart trouble which followed a nervous breakdown which she suffered several 
months ago, caused the death Sunday night of Mrs. William H. Wilde, her demise 
occurring at the home, 1314 South Ninth street, after a serious illness of two 
months. Funeral services will be held from the home Wednesday afternoon at 2, 
with burial at Evergreen.
Mrs. Wilde, who was Olga Haase, daughter of the late Charles Haase, had been in 
failing health since the death of her father, the shock having been a serious 
one. She was born in this city February 12, 1897, being 27 years of age at death. 
She graduated from the local high school, having been popular in school days and 
a member of the High School Glee club. A member of the Lutheran church, Mrs. 
Wilde was a member of the Lutheran Glee club and had taken an active interest in 
church affairs. Her death is a shock to many friends.
Besides her husband, Mrs. Wilde is survived by her mother.
Manitowoc Herald News, August 4, 1924  P. 2
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[bur 08-06-1924/cause: pulmonary hemorrage/bur on William H. Wilde lot]


RICKA WILDE

Mrs. Henry Wilde, 76, of 1336 South 18th street, died at her home last night 
following a short illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran church, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Wilde, nee Ricka Kansier, was born in 1870 in Newton. She was married to 
Henry Wilde in 1890 and they operated a farm in Newton until 1935 when they 
moved to Manitowoc.
Survivors are the husband; one daughter, Mrs. Lilly Zapfe of Manitowoc; two sons, 
William H. of Manitowoc and Herman C. of La Pointe; three sisters, Mrs. Mary 
Alwardt of Wauwatosa, Mrs. Mathilda Fricke and Mrs. Ida Meyer of Manitowoc. 
Another sister, Mrs. Emma Groelle, died in 1945. Eight grandchildren and four 
great grandchildren survive.
The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home from 10 a.m. Thursday until 
10 a.m. Friday when it will be moved to the church to lie in state until the 
time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 6, 1947  P. 2
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[d. 08-05-1947/age 76 yrs./bur. on William H. Wilde lot]


WILLIAM H. WILDE    (d. 1966)

William H. Wilde, 73, of 621 S. 32nd St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly at 
home Saturday evening of a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Bethany Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Armin Roekle will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Wilde was born Jan. 28, 1893, in the Town of Newton, son of the late Henry 
and Friederika Kansier Wilde. He married Olga Haase Sept. 16, 1919, in the Town 
of Newton. She died Aug. 5, 1924. He married Edna Wegner at Manitowoc Sept. 4, 
1926. She died Oct. 4, 1960. He was graduated from Manitowoc High School and 
attended Manitowoc County Normal School and Oshkosh State University. He taught 
schools in Hettinger N.D., and Manitowoc County until 1918.
Mr. Wilde became a postal clerk at Manitowoc Post Office July 31, 1920, and 
retired in 1953. He had served on the councils of Bethany and First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church and was a member of the board of Northern Wisconsin 
District Mission of the Board of the Wisconsin Synod.
Surviving are a son, the Rev. Paul Wilde, of Lake Mills, Wis., a daughter, Mrs. 
Eugene R. Olson, of Manitowoc, a sister, Mrs. Cecil (Lilly) Platts, of Hanlontown, 
Iowa, and five grandchildren. A brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Tuesday until noon Wednesday when the casket will be moved to the church where 
the body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 2, 1966  P. 14
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Civil Employees Eulogize Three
Three charter members who were called by death recently were eulogized briefly 
at the regular May meeting here by Chapter 710 of the National Association of 
Civil Employees. The association is composed of employees retired from various 
branches of the federal government. Tribute was paid to the late G. Sterling 
Rand and William Wilda(sic), former postal employees at Manitowoc and Ade 
Walters, retired Two Rivers Postal Clerk.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., May 21, 1966 page 9


MARY WILDER

The services over the body of Mrs. N. Wilder were held at St. James 
church at 10:30 o'clock this morning. Rev. Gray officiating. Numerous 
friends were gathered to sympathize with the sorrowing relatives and 
the floral tributes testified to the esteem in which the deceased was 
held in the community.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, August 02, 1900, Page 1
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From Der Nord Westen, 02 Aug. 1900:
Death of Mrs. N.E. Wilder here on Tues. from dropsy. Mrs. Wilder was 
60 yrs. old and her funeral will be this afternoon.
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[Mary E. Mrs. A. Wilder/bur. 07-31-1900/age 65 yrs.]


MICHAEL D. WILDER

Funeral services for Michael David Wilder Jr., day-old son of Mr. and Mrs. 
Michael Wilder, of 307 N. Lake St., Manitowoc, who was born Friday and died 
Saturday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at 
Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. D. T. Stannard will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Surviving are the parents, paternal grandmother, Mrs. Dorothy Wilder, and 
maternal grandmother, Mrs. Delores Jones, of Sioux City, Iowa. Mrs. Michael 
Wilder is the former Connie Jones.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 24, 1965  P. 15
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[Michael David Jr./d. 05-22-1965/age 36 hours]


MICHAELE LEANN WILDER

Girl Drowns In Manitowoc 
A 7-year-old Manitowoc girl accidentally drowned in the Manitowoc River off the 
east end of Conroe Street about 5:31 p.m. Saturday.
Michaelle (sic) L. Wilder, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Wenzel, 4014 Delta 
St., Manitowoc, was swimming with some other children Saturday afternoon when she 
suddenly disappeared beneath the water.
The children estimated that she was under water about five minutes before her 
body was found, brought to shore, and mouth-mouth resuscitation started.
Michaelle was taken by ambulance to Holy Family Hospital where she was pronounced 
dead by the coroner at 5:56 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, June 28, 1976  P. 1


MARIE WILES

Funeral services for Mrs. Marie Wiles, 77, of 511 Buffalo St., Manitowoc, who 
died Thursday, will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. D. L. Wanderschneider will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Marie Kingsley was born in Illinois Sept. 15, 1883, daughter of the 
late Joseph and Mary Sturger Kingsley. She is survived by a brother in Illinois.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 23, 1961  P. 17 
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[Marie Linda/d. 06-22-1961/age 77 yrs.]


JOANNE WILEY

Joanne Wiley, a resident of Northridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, 
Manitowoc, died Monday, Sept. 24, 2001 at Northridge.
Private Family Memorial Services were held Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2001, at the 
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Gerald Foley officiating. 
Burial of her cremains will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Joanne was born Jan. 28, 107 in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Her parents were the late 
Joseph and Mary Costello Kelnhofer. She married Earl Wiley in 1939. Mr. Wiley 
preceded her in death in 1980. She spent most of her adult life in New York City 
performing on the stage as a singer and dancer.
Survivors include a special niece and her husband, Betty (Robert) Rosinsky of 
Manitowoc; a stepdaughter; a step granddaughter; two nephews, Martin Kelnhofer 
and Guy Kelnhofer; a niece Ruth Pfeifer; other relatives and friends. She was 
preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a sister, and two brothers.
Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Services assisted the family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 27, 2001  P. A6
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[cremation]


CHARLOTTE WILHARMS

Mrs. Christoff Wilharms did not long survive her husband, dying Tuesday at the 
age of nearly 70 years. The severe shock caused by the death of her husband, 
was more than her old age could withstand. The funeral services over both Mr. 
and Mrs. Wilharms were held today, the aged couple being laid side by side.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 28, 1901
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[cause: old age]


CHRISTOPH WILHARMS

Death Sun. of local resident Christof Wilharms at age 91-1/2. He was born in Hesse
and came to America in 1844 and after spending a few years in the East, took over
a farm in Town Newton. He worked that farm until 1883 when he moved to Manitowoc
to spend the evening of his life quietly. Mrs. Wilharms, the 89-yr. old wife of 
the deceased, had also been ill for a long while and when she learned of her 
husband's death, it was the final blow. She also closed her eyes in death on Tues. 
This afternoon the bodies of the pair who had shared their lives together for 
almost 70 years will be taken to their last rest together. 5 children mourn the 
death of their beloved parents.
Der Nord Westen, 28 Feb. 1901
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Christoff Wilharms(sic), a pioneer resident of this county died on Sunday last. 
When his death occurred at his South Seventh street home he had passed his ninety-
second year. He was born in Germany but had lived in Manitowoc for fifty-two 
years. He is survived by his wife and the following five children: Mrs. Frank 
Seidl, Mrs. C. Rehfeldt, Mrs. C. Liebert, city, Mrs. Gus. Karnofsky, Minneapolis, 
Wm. Wilharms, Green Leaf.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 28, 1901
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[Christopher/cause: old age]


CHERI L. WILHELM

Cheri L. Wilhelm, age 51, of 529 S. 32nd St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday afternoon, 
Jan. 9, 2007, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. 
She was born Oct. 21, 1955, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Paul T. and Gladys 
(Reif) Schaus. Cheri attended Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. On Sept. 26, 1975, 
she married Gary J. Schultz. He preceded her in death on Dec. 13, 1995. She then 
married Keith Wilhelm on June 21, 1996, in Manitowoc. Cheri was employed with 
Holiday Inn of Manitowoc. 
Survivors include her husband: Keith Wilhelm, Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law: 
Paula and Kirt Rezek, Appleton; two grandchildren: Justin and Makayla Rezek; a 
stepson: Dustin Barbier, Manitowoc; a sister: Pam Annis, Indiana; a brother: Lee 
Schaus, Illinois; her mother-in-law: Joan Wilhelm, Manitowoc; a brother-in-law and 
sister-in-law: Gary and Cindy Bruckner, California; a sister-in-law: Debra Nicholson, 
Manitowoc; a brother-in-law: Jack Frolich, Manitowoc; and a sister-in-law: Marge 
Schaus, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She 
was preceded in death by a sister: Patricia Frolich; a brother: Russell Schaus; a 
brother-in-law: Thomas Schultz; a nephew: Todd Schaus; and her father-in-law: 
Robert Wilhelm. 
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2007, at The 
Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. Officiating at the memorial 
service will be Deacon Rich Bahnaman. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation 
Care Center, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2007, until the time of 
the memorial service at 11 a.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 11, 2007 


HAROLD JOSEPH WILHELM

BOY SWIMMER DROWNS; BODY IS RECOVERED
Caught In Treacherous Undertow of Manitowoc River at “High Bridge” 
Caught in the treacherous undercurrent of the upper Manitowoc river below the 
“high bridge,” Harold Wilhelm, 9, drowned at about 2:20 o’clock Monday afternoon. 
The body was recovered by Ed Plautz and Ed Gierke three hours later.
Companions of the Wilhelm boy who were in swimming and others on the shore did 
not sense that the youth was in trouble until he went down for the second time. 
There was no outcry, they said, and it was a few minutes before they realized 
that Harold was not “holding his breath.” The boy did not come to the surface 
after going down the second time.
Strong Undertow 
The boy, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Wilhelm, 1834 Rankin street, was in swimming with 
Frank and Louis Kosecny, aged 11 and 12, of 1842 Rankin street. Phillip and Ray 
Junk were on shore. The boys swam from the shore to the second concrete abutment, 
a distance of about 12 feet. Young Wilhelm, when last seen, was swimming west about 
100 feet from the bridge. He apparently was caught in the undertow and was pulled 
further and further away from the bridge abutment and the shore. His strength gone, 
he sank from the surface. 
An unidentified man gave the alarm. He went to the Louis Reimer home on Michigan 
avenues and Anthony Reimer, a son of Louis, notified the police department at 2:38. 
No boat was available nearby and one had to be brought up from down river. In the 
meantime Nels Peterson, a fireman, went into the water in an effort to locate the 
body. He reported that the current was so strong that it was impossible for him to 
stand in the water without being in danger of losing his footing. 
Police called the Two Rivers coast guard station and a boat and three men came here. 
There were three boats in the search. Plautz, member of the fire department, and 
Gierke and John Junk in another and the coast guardsmen in the third. Officers 
William McConnell and Clarence Tomcheck of the police department also aided in the 
search. The body was located at 5:29 p.m. two hundred feet above the bridge and 25 
feet off the north shore.
Funeral Thursday 
Harold Wilhelm was born in the Town of Franklin Nov. 10, 1926. The family came here 
eight years ago. Harold was to enter the fourth grade at the county training school 
in September. Besides his parents he is survived by one brother, Kenneth; two sisters, 
Lorraine and Bernice, and his grandparents, Martin Wilhelm and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Petska, 
city.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home tonight and 
until the hour of the funeral which will be conducted at the funeral home Thursday at 
2 p.m., by the Rev. C. H. Phipps. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 28, 1936  P. 2
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[cause: accidental drowning]


HENRY WILHELMY

Our city has lost another of our German pioneers. Henry Wilhelmy, the 
wellknown nurseryman who settled in Manitowoc in 1854, died Sunday at 
age 78. Mr. Wilhelmy was born in Germany and came to America at age 24, 
spending a year in New York before coming to Manitowoc. Since 1864 he 
has been living on his farm at Silver Creek. He is survived by his widow 
and 8 children.
Der Nord Westen, 03 Dec. 1908 
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[cause: dropsy]


PHILIPINA WILHELMY

Mrs. Wilhelmi(sic), widow of the late nurseryman John Wilhelmi who died last
fall, on Sunday followed her husband in death. Mrs. Wilhelmi had suffered a
stroke recently and because of her age was unable to recover. The funeral 
was held yesterday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 17 June 1909
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Mrs. John Wlhelme (sic), an old resident of the town of Manitowoc, aged 79 years, 
died last Sunday. Her death was due to a stroke of paralysis which she suffered 
a few weeks ago. Her husband died last fall. She is survived by a family of grown 
children. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the home. Interment was 
at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 17, 1909
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Aged Pair Not Long Parted
Death Joins Couple Long Years Companions in Life
Mr. and Mrs. John Wilhelmia(sic), life companions for a half century and pioneer 
residents of the county were not long separated by Death. Mrs. Wilhelmia, who was 
widowed last fall joining her husband in death Sunday. Mrs. Wilhelmia's death was 
due to paralysis which she suffered a short time ago and which, owing to her 
advanced age, she was unable to rally from. The funeral will be held from the late 
home on the Lake Shore Road, south of the city Wednesday afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., June 14, 1909
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[cause: paralysis]


AMANDA WILKE

Funeral services for Mrs. Amanda Wilke, 76, a former Manitowoc resident, will 
be at 2p.m. Tuesday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Paul 
Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Wilke died Saturday noon at the Zion Rest Home, Zion, Ill., after a 
lingering illness.
The former Amanda Rosenau was born Aug. 30, 1979, in Manitowoc County, the 
daughter of William and Augusta Kleinhouse Rosenau. She was married in 1901 
to Herman Wilke, and the couple moved to Door County. They moved to Two Rivers 
in 1923 and to Manitowoc in 1929. After her husband’s death in 1939, Mrs. Wilke 
moved to Deerfield, Ill., to reside with her sister, Mrs. Sam Rockenback.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Bernard Schladweiler of Two Rivers; a son, 
Ervin Wilke of Manitowoc; six sisters, Mrs. Sam Rockenback of Deerfield, Ill., 
Mrs. Minnie Andres of California, Mrs. Mollie Alexander of Lake Worth, and Mrs. 
Ella Dorl, Mrs. Lena Luce and Mrs. Emma Wub, all of Chicago; and two grand-
children.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 8 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 23, 1956  P. 15
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[d. 07-24-1956 at Scion, IL/age 76 yrs./bur. on Herman and Amanda Wilke lot]


ARTHUR P. WILKE

Funeral services for Arthur Wilke, 60, of 2110 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, who died 
Tuesday morning, were at 2 pm Thursday at First Germany Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. L.H. Koeninger officiated and burial was in Evergreen 
Cemetery. Pallbearers were Carl Meyers, Ervin Shetter, Donald Barneson, Del Olson, 
Woodrow Stangel and Reiny Herzog.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Jan. 28, 1965 page 2
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[d. 01-26-1965/age 60 yrs.]


CARL WILKE    (d. 1907)

Death here Friday of Washington Street resident 86-year old Carl Wilke,
following a stroke which he suffered 4 years ago and which ultimately 
caused his death. Mr. Wilke came from Germany to Manitowoc County in 
1853 and has been a resident of our county ever since. He leaves 3 sons 
and a daughter. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 13 June 1907
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Carl Wilke, a pioneer resident of this city, died at his home at 1501 Washington 
street last Friday, aged eighty-six years. Mr. Wilke, who was a native of Germany, 
emigrated to this country and settled in this city in 1853 and has resided here 
continuously since. Deceased is survived by three sons, Charles and Albert of this 
city, and Herman, Milwaukee, and one daughter, Mrs. Alvina Jens residing in this 
city.
The funeral was held from the late residence of Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 13, 1907 
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[Carl Wilke/bur. 06-11-1907/age 86 yrs./cause: presmonia]


EMILY WILKE

BRING BODY OF MISS WILKE HERE FROM CANADA 
A telegram to relatives this morning announced the death of Miss 
Emily Wilke, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Wilke of this city, 
at Toronto, Ontario, Canada, where she had made her home for less 
than a year. A few days ago the parents were called to the Canadian 
city by a telegram informing them of the serious illness of their 
daughter and the message today said that they arrived too late, 
that their daughter had died while they were enroute to her bedside 
as fast as trains could carry them. The message gave no details but 
said that the parents are returning with the body and they are 
expected to arrive tomorrow. 
Miss Wilke was born in this city and was 31 years of age. She attended 
the local schools and after leaving school was employed in a number of 
positions. She went to Toronto with a number of other local people 
when the National Tinsel and Toy company opened its Canadian branch 
late last year.
Besides her parents, she is survived by three sisters and one brother, 
Mrs. Carl Meyer, Mrs. Harry Barnesen, Mrs. Ray Tewell, and Arthur Wilke, 
all of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, October 26, 1922
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[bur 10-29-1922/cause: carbolic acid poisoning/bur on Herman Wilke lot]


ERVIN G. WILKE    (d. 1948)

Ervin G. Wilke, 47, of 2009 Clark street, died this morning at the Holy Family 
hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran church, the Rev. Theo Uetzmann officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Mr. Wilke was born in the town of Two Rivers in 1901 and in 1924 married Miss 
Mabel Meissner. He came here 22 years ago and had been employed at the Manitowoc 
Ship Building company.
Survivors are his wife, daughter June and sons, Henry and Gerald, all of the city, 
brother, John of this city; sister, Mrs. Edward Finkel___er of this city. The 
body may be viewed after 2 p.m. Thursday at the Pfeffer funeral home and will be 
moved to the church at 10 a.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 2, 1948  P. 2
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[d. 06-02-1948/age 47 yrs.]


ERVIN W. WILKE    (d. 1975)

Ervin Wilke, 72, of 922 S. 29th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening at home.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at First Reformed United Church 
of Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Schultz will officiate with burial in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Wilke was born Feb. 13, 1903, at Forestville, Kewaunee County, son of the 
late Herman and Amanda Rosenau Wilke. He married Vivian Beck June 16, 1934, at 
Manitowoc, residing at Manitowoc. He was a self employed truck driver for many 
years, and from 1951 until his retirement in 1966 was employed as a truck driver 
for George Clark Transit Co. of Manitowoc. He was a member of Teamsters and 
Chauffeurs Union Local 619.
Survivors include his wife, two sons, Jean, of Los Altos, Calif., and Harland, 
of San Jose, Calif.; a sister, Mrs. Ella Schladweiler, of Two Rivers and five 
grandchildren. A sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and 
after 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the church until the time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, May 8, 1975  P. 23
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[bur. on George C. Beck Sr. lot]


ESTHER WILKE

Esther A. Wilke, age 87, formerly of Parkview Haven, Manitowoc, died Sunday, 
March 27, 1994, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 31, 1994, at First 
German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Revs. Arno Wolfgramm and Bruce 
Bitter will officiate. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born March 10, 1907, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Charles and 
Gusta Scholff Nickels. She grew up in the township of Mishicot, attending 
schools in Mishcot and Two Rivers. She was married to John W. Wilke, August 15, 
1927, at St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church, Mishicot. He preceded her in death 
October 31, 1984. After their marriage they mvoed to Manitowoc to make their 
home. Esther worked at Lakeside Packing Company, Manitowoc, for many years. She 
loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed playing cards and 
listening to the Milwaukee Brewer's games. She was a member of First German Ev. 
Lutheran Church, also a member of the Ladies Aide Society.
She is survived by one son and two daughters-in-law, William and Jean Wilke, 
Manitowoc, Dorothy Wilke, Manitowoc; seven grandchildren, Randal Wilke, Connie 
Bookwalter, Robert Wilke, Cynthia Boeckman, Nancy Prisland, David Wilke, Susan 
Vogt; 15 great-grandchildren; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Alvin and 
Florence Nickels, Harold and Mabel Nickels, Arthur and Audrey Nickels, all of 
Manitowoc; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Ruth and Emil Kuchenbecker, 
Manitowoc, Minnie and Virgil Petska, Manitowoc, Jeanette and Milton Berge, 
Greendale, Wis. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 
She was preceded in death by one son, Russell, one great grandson, Michael Vogt, 
two brothers, Carl and Harland, and one sister, Hilda Grotbeck.
Friends may call at the Reinbold-Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5-8 p.m. 
on Wednesday and Thursday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service 
at 11.
Herald Times Reporter, March 29, 1994 P. A2
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[widow of John Wilke]


GOTTLIEB WILKE

DIED:
Gottlieb Wilke, aged 77 years, died Saturday at the home of Herman Wilke, 
South 12th street. He was born in Germany and came to this country in 1882. 
He is survived by three step sons, William, Karl and August Kohls. The 
funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the German Lutheran church.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, September 7, 1911  pg. 1


HENRIETTA WILKE

Mrs. G. Wilke, South 12th street, aged 80 years, died Wednesday night. Mrs. Wilke 
was twice married. She leaves a husband and several grown up children to mourn 
her loss. The arrangements for the funeral have not yet been made.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 13, 1908 P. 1
********
Death Wednesday evening last week of 80-yr. old Mrs. Henriette Wilke of old
age debility. She is survived by her husband, Gottlieb Wilke and 4 sons as 
well as 29 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. The funeral was Sunday 
afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 20 Feb. 1908
*********
[cause: acute bronchitis]


HERMAN WILKE   (d. 1939)

Herman Wilke, 63, of 2709 Clark street, veteran Manitowoc mason 
contractor, died of a heart stroke late yesterday while riding 
in the cab of a truck driven by his son, Ervin, a mile outside 
the city of Algoma. 
The elder Wilke had accompanied his son to Algoma to pick up a 
load of potatoes and had not complained of feeling ill. Shortly 
after starting back to the city the son noticed his father’s 
head droop forward. He turned the truck about and returned to a 
tavern a mile back where a physician was called. He pronounced 
Mr. Wilke dead.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Pfeffer 
funeral home, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger of the First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Wilke was born at Manitowoc Rapids in 1875 and when a young 
man learned the mason trade. For more than 40 years he engaged 
in the mason contracting business in Manitowoc. He married Miss 
Amanda Rosenau of this city. 
Survivors are the widow; son Ervin, city; daughter, Mrs. Bernard 
Schladweiler, city; five brothers, August, Richard, Fred, all of 
Sturgeon Bay, Henry, Algoma, Emil, Forestville; three sisters, Mrs. 
Alvina Hoffman, Forestville, Mrs. Ida Krueger, Sawyer, Mrs. Laura 
Leroy, Sturgeon Bay; and one grandchild.
The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home from this evening 
until the hour of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 22, 1939 
********
[d. 03-21-1939 at Pierce Kewaunee Co., WI/cause: natural
causes probably coronary occlusion]  


HERMAN AND BERTHA WILKE

Wife Dies Less Than 24 Hours After Husband Dies In Sleep 
Mr. and Mrs. Herman Wilke (Photo)
A wife followed her husband in death less than a 24-hour span Friday. 
Herman Wilke, 86, of 1318 South 12th St., died suddenly Thursday morning 
at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Carl Meyers of 1423 South Tenth St., 
Friday morning. Mrs. Wilke, 79, who had been a patient at the Holy Family 
Hospital for three weeks, also died. She had not been advised of the death 
of her husband. 
Double funeral services will be held for Mr. and Mrs. Wilke at 1:30 p.m. 
Saturday at the First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. The Rev. L. H. 
Koeninger will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Wilke was born Bertha Rosso in Newton in 1872 and in 1889 was married 
to Mr. Wilke. They located in this city where Mr. Wilke was employed at the 
American Seating Company and later at the Henderson-Hoyt store, retiring 
12 years ago.
Mr. and Mrs. Wilke observed their 60th wedding anniversary in 1949. 
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Meyers and Mrs. Ray Tewel of this city; 
son Arthur of this city; brother, John of Newton; 12 grandchildren and 17 
great-grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home. The casket will 
be moved to the church at 11 a.m. Saturday to lie in state until the hour 
of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 21, 1951 
*******
[Bertha - bur. 12-22-1951/age 79 yrs./bur. on Herman Wilke lot]
[Herman - bur. 12-22-1951/age 86 yrs.]


IDA WILKE

Mrs. Albert Wilke, 83, life long resident of the city and county, died today 
at the home, 726 South 23rd street, following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home, the Rev. A. C. Fischer officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery. 
She was born Ida Ehlert in the county and was married to Joseph Guehlsdorf. 
He died and she later married Albert Wilke. He died in 1926.
Cousins are the only immediate survivors.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Friday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 22, 1949  P. 2
*******
[bur. 12-22-1949/age 83 yrs./widow of Albert Wilkie/1st husband J. Guehlsdorf/
bur. on Jos. Guehlsdorf lot]


JOHN W. WILKE

Mr. John W. Wilke, 79, of 2000 Johnston Dr., Manitowoc, died Wednesday, Oct. 
31, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church. The Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will offficiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Wilke was born Aug. 21, 1905, at Two Rivers, son of the late John and Kate 
Silbersack Wilke. He grew up and was educated in Two Rivers and was employed at 
Mirro Aluminum Company, retiring Dec. 31, 1970. He married Esther A. Nickels, 
Aug. 15, 1927, at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mishicot. Mr. Wilke was 
a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. John enjoyed his home, yard 
work and most of all his grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, Esther; two sons and daughters-in-law, Russell C. and 
Dorothy M. Wilke of Manitowoc, William W. and Jean M. Wilke of Manitowoc; a sister-
in-law, Mrs. Mabel Wilke of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren, Randall of Chicago, 
Mrs. Connie Bookwalter of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, Robert of Bloomington, Ill., 
Mrs. Cynthia Boeckman of Manitowoc, Mrs. Nancy Prisland of Sheboygan, David of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. Susan Vogt of Manitowoc and six great grandchildren. He was 
preceded in death by two brothers, Benjamin and Ervin a sister, Mrs. Linda Finkelmier, 
and a great grandson, Michael Vogt.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and at the church on Saturday from noon until the hour of 
services.
Herald Times Reporter, November 1, 1984 P. 3


JUNE G. WILKE

June G. Wilke, age 69, a resident of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, died 
Sunday morning, April 12, 1998, at the center.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 15, 1998, at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Glenn 
Unke, with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born June 9, 1928, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Ervin and Mabel 
Meissner Wilke. June was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include two sisters-in-law, Rita Wilke and Marcia Wilke, both of 
Manitowoc; two nephews, Robert (Sandra) Wilke, DePere, Wis., and Peter (Linda) 
Wilke, Manitowoc; one niece, Cheryl (Leon) Voss, Manitowoc. Also surviving are 
aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death 
by two brothers, Gerald and Henry Wilke.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, on Wednesday from 10 
a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at the Manitowoc 
Health Care Center for the special care which was given to June.
Herald Times Reporter, April 14, 1998 P. 2


MABEL E. WILKE

Mabel E. Wilke, age 95, formerly of 1325 N. 8th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, 
March 7, 1995, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 10, 1995, at the Immanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran Church. Rev. Glenn Unke will officiate with burial at the 
Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born November 22, 1899, in the town of Mishicot, daughter of the late 
Henry and Ida Zeddies Meissner. She attended schools in Mishicot and graduated 
from the high school there. She married Ervin Wilke, October 14, 1924, in 
Mishicot. The couple came to Manitowoc to make their home in 1926. Mabel was 
employed for 27 years at the Holy Family Hospital, retiring in 1972. She was a 
member of the Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church.
Survivors include one son and two daughters-in-law, Gerald and Marcia Wilke, 
Rita Wilke, Manitowoc; one daughter, Ms. June Wilke, Manitowoc; one brother 
and sister-in-law, Arthur and Nethalie Meissner, Mishicot; one sister and 
brother-in-law, Gertrude and Herald Meyer, Two Rivers; three grandchildren, 
Peter, Robert and Cheryl Wilke, all of Manitowoc; six great-grandchildren. 
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ervin, in 1948; a son, Henry Wilke; 
one sister, Amanda.
Friends may call at the Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church from 10 a.m. Friday, until 
the time of service.
Memorials may be made to Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church.
The Jens Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 9, 1995 P. A2
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[wife of Ervin Wilke]


ROSE E. WILKE

Rose E. Wilke, age 94, of 2110 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday, July 30, 
2000, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 2, 2000, at St. 
Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian 
Burial will be Rev. John Schmitt with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Rose was born March 6, 1906, in Two Rivers, Wis., daughter of the late John 
and Mary Tros??? Sch??ian. She was a graduate with the first class of Manitowoc 
Lincoln High School in 1924. On October 2?, 1924, she married Arthur Wilke in 
Manitowoc. The couple were lifelong Manitowoc residents. He preceded her in 
death January 26, 1965. Rose was employed at Manitowoc Equipment Works and 
Sigman Curtain Shope. She was a member of St. Andrew Catholic and the St. 
Theresa Society.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-aw, Richard and Mary Jane Wilke, 
Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Carol and Norman Reichard, 
Manitowoc, Delores and Gerald Hansen, Naples, Fla.; 13 grandchildren, 
22 great grandchildren and a special friend, Marie Schultz. Nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by a 
grandson, Robert Wilke, two sisters and two brothers.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Boniface Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Wednesday until the time of service at 11 a.m. There 
will be no Tuesday evening visitation.
The family would like to send a special thank you to the entire staff at Shady 
Lane Nursing Care Center, especially the Medicare Unit, along with Dr. John 
MacDonald.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, August 1, 2000


RUSSELL C. WILKE

Mr. Russell C. Wilke, 58, of 3002 Fleetrun Court, Manitowoc, died early Sunday 
morning, March 9, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 10:30 on Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 am at Holy Innocents 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by 
Rev. Leo J. Schmitt and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilke was born Dec. 2, 1927 at Manitowoc, son of Esther Nikels Wilke and 
the late John Wilke. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Class of 1946. 
He was a lifelong Manitowoc resident. He married Dorothy M. Smrz on July 9, 
1949 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilke had been employed for 36 years by Mirro Aluminum Co. where he held 
various management positions. He was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
member and past president of Mirro Management Club and member of National 
Management Association. Mr. Wilke had been active in the Manitowoc United Fund 
and the American Cancer Society. He was also an honorary member of the Manitowoc 
Musicians Local and had been a member of various musical groups including the 
Gene Heier Orchestra, Manitowoc Marine Band and the Jazz Ensemble of the 
University of Wisconsin-Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Randy and 
Kathy Wilke of Chicago, Illinois, and Robert Wilke, a student at Illinois-
Wesleyan University of Bloomington, Illinois; a daughter and son-in-law, Connie 
and Harry Bookwalter of Grand Rapids, Michigan; his mother, Esther Wilke of 
Manitowoc; a brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Jean Wilke of Manitowoc; and 
two grandchildren, Brent Bookwalter and Ryan Wilke.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 8 pm Tuesday where 
a prayer service will be at 7:30 pm led by Deacon Donald Gigure.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., March 10, 1986 page 15
********
(Russell Wilke 02 Dec 1927 Mar 1986/SSDI)


VIVIAN L. WILKE

Mrs. Vivian L. Wilke, 74, formerly of 922 S. 29th Street, Manitowoc, died 
Sunday evening in Los Altos, California, at Pilgrim Haven Nursing Home. Funeral 
services will be 11 am Thursday at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 
Manitowoc. Rev. Arthur Wille will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilke was born November 23, 1911 at Manitowoc, daughter of the late George 
and Caroline Forester Beck. She attended schools in Manitowoc. She married Ervin 
Wilke on June 16, 1934 at Manitowoc. Mrs. Wilke was employed for many years at 
Sears and Roebuck Company. She was a member of First Reformed United Church of 
Christ.
Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Jean and Candice Wilke and 
Harland Wilke of Los Altos, California; a brother and two sisters-in-law, Kenneth 
and Winifred Beck and Margaret Beck of Manitowoc and seven grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by her husband, Ervin and a brother, George Beck.
Friends may call at First Reformed United Church of Christ, from 10 am Thursday 
to the time of services. There will be no Wednesday evening visitation. Memorials 
may be made to First Reformed United Church of Christ. Jens Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, assisted the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Jan. 14, 1986 page 3
*********
[d. at Los Altos CA/widow of Ervin W. Wilke/bur. on George C. Beck Sr. lot]
*********
At a quiet ceremony performed at 2:30 o’clock this afternoon by the Rev. L. H. 
Koeninger, Miss Vivian, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Beck, Manitowoc, route 
1, was united in marriage with Ervin Wilke, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Wilke, 
801 South 18th street. 
Miss Irene Neubert of Chicago attended the bride as maid of honor.The best man 
was Fred Williams.
For her wedding the bride wore a dress of light blue with gray accessories. Her 
flowers were a shoulder bouquet of rose buds. The maid of honor as attired in a 
pink gown and she also had a shoulder bouquet of rose buds. 
Mr. and Mrs. Wilke have deferred their homemoon trip and will be home to friends 
immediately at 935 South 18th street.
A reception for immediate friends and relatives of the bridal couple followed 
the ceremony. Mr. Wilke is employed by his father as a contractor.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 16, 1934  P. 20 
********
Big Wedding Dance at Silver Lake Hall Saturday, June 16 in honor of Vivian Beck 
and Ervin Wilke. Music by Carl Hecker. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 16, 1934  P. 22


WILHELMINE WILKE

Death Wed. last week of Wilhelmine Wilke of pneumonia, 
at age 77 yrs. 2 mos. 2 days. She was born in Zoellenow, 
Pomerania, and came to America in 1855, living the last 
31 yrs. in Manitowoc. She is survived by her husband, 4 
children, and 1 grandchild. The burial took place Fri. 
in the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 13 Aug. 1896
********
Wilhelmine Wilke
birth: 3 June 1819 Germany
death: 7 August 1906 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Manitowoc
spouse: Carl Wilke
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
(NOTE: The d. date appears to be a typo. If she was 77 yrs.,
that would make the d. date 1896 if figured from her birth
year. The spouse, d. month and day match. I show a Charles
Wilke on the 1900 census, but no Wilhelmine.)
********
[Wilhelmine Wilke/bur. 08-07-1896/age 77 yrs./cause: chronic bronchitis]


WILLIAM W. WILKE

William W. Wilke, age 80, of 1230 S. 20th St., Manitowoc, died Monday 
morning, May 25, 2009, at St. Mary’s Home, Manitowoc, surrounded by his 
loving family. 
He was born on May 16, 1929, son of the late John and Esther (Nickels) 
Wilke. William attended Manitowoc Lincoln High School in Manitowoc, 
graduating with the class of 1948. On Oct 7, 1950, he married Mary Jean 
Ziarnik at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. William was a sergeant 
in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict from January 1951 until 
December 1953. He was employed at Kurth Malting in Manitowoc as a maltster 
for 24 years until his retirement. William was a member of the Manitowoc 
Eagles Club Aerie 706 and the VFW Otto Oas Post 659.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
He also was preceded in death by one brother: Russell Wilke; one grandchild: 
Michael Vogt; father-in-law and mother-in-law: Felix and Josephine Ziarnik: 
one brother-in-law and one sister-in-law.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 28, 2009, at St. 
Francis of Assisi on Marshall. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial 
will be the Rev. Gerald Foley with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc, where military rites will be accorded by the VFW Otto Oas Post 659.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 9 a.m. until the time of the 
service at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 28, 2009, at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Manitowoc County 
Community Hospice and Tower 1 nurses and CNA’s at St. May’s Home for their 
care and compassion shown towards Bill and his family. 
Herald Times Reporter, Wednesday, May 27, 2009
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


ALBERT C. WILKIE

DEATH COMES TO A. WILKE(sic) EARLY TODAY
Albert C. Wilke(sic), well known West Side resident, died suddenly at his home, 
726 So. Twenty-third street, early this morning, the end coming with little 
warning of its approach. Mr. Wilke had been in ill health for months, but his 
condition last night appeared to be no more serious but early this morning he 
suffered collapse and died in a few minutes. Funeral services will take place 
Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the family home, the Rev. Menke 
officiating.
Mr. Wilke is survived by his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Amanda Meeks of Milwaukee, 
Mrs. Elsie Ross and Elmer, the latter of Madison.
Mr. Wilke had for many years been employed with the Boiler Works and was identified 
with the concern when W.J. Hess conducted it and had visited many countries in his 
work for the plant, at one time erecting digestors in Russia. He was a member of 
the Royal League and the Equitable Fraternal Union and had taken an active part in 
the affairs of the two orders.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Oct. 5, 1926 page 2
*******
[The Wilkie marker was put out in 1979, and there is a note that at some time 
a single marker was removed.]


CHARLES WILKIE

HEART ATTACK IS FATAL FOR CITY PIONEER
Charles Wilkie, Vet Railroad Man, Stricken Early Today, Lived Here 73 Years
A heart attack which he suffered while carrying ashes from the home of his 
niece, Mrs. Florence Meyers, 1409 Wollmer St. at 10 o'clock this morning, 
claimed the life of Charles Wilkie, pioneer railroad man of the city. He 
would have been 78 years of age in August and made this city his home for 
73 years.
Born in Stettin, Germany on August 5, 1852, he moved to Manitowoc Rapids with 
his parents when he was one year old and came to the city of Manitowoc four 
years later and has since made his home here. He was a section foreman for the 
Chicago & Northwestern and Soo Line railroads for many years prior to his 
retirement nearly 20 years ago. He never married and his only immediate survivor 
is a sister, Mrs. Alviina Jance, also making her home with her daughter at 1409 
Wollmer Street. Interested in his work and his other pursuits after his 
retirement he spennt much of his time at home and belonged to no fraternal 
organizations. He assisted in the duties about the house and although he had 
suffered previous attacks his sudden death this morning unnerved members of 
his family.
Funeral services will be held from the Pfeffer Mortuary at 2 o'clock Monday 
afternoon with Rev. Hood officiating. Intermenet will take place at Evergreen. 
The body is to remain in state at the mortuary from 7 until 9 o'clock tomrrow 
night and friends may view the remains there.
Manitowoc Herald News, Mar. 8, 1930 page 2
**********
[age 73 yrs/cause: cerebral hemorrhage]


ELMER E. WILKIE

Elmer E. Wilkie, 84, formerly of Madison, died Wednesday evening at Family 
Heritage Home, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilkie was born May 22, 1889, at Kaukauna, son of the late Albert and 
Minnie Krahn Wilkie. He was educated at Manitowoc. He married Mary A. Herrmann 
April 11, 1914, at Sheboygan. He was employed as a boilermaker with the 
Milwaukee Road. His wife preceded him in death in December of 1972. He was a 
32 Degree Mason with the Madison Masonic Lodge.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Ralph (Janet) Thurner, of New Berlin, a 
sister, Mrs. Amanda Meeks, of Milwaukee and two grand-daughters. A sister, 
Mrs. Elsie Ross, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Ninth Street Chapel, after 
1 p.m. Saturday until the time of service at 3 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 7, 1974   P. 22
******
[d. 03-06-1974/age 84 yrs./bur. on Hilary M. Peot lot]
******
Marriage of Elmer/Mary Wilkie
Miss Mary Herman and Elmer Wilke, well known south side young people, were 
wedded Saturday afternoon, Rev. Machmiller officiating. The wedding was a 
quiet one and Mr. Wilke and bride left at once for Chicago and will later 
return here to reside. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Herman. 
The groom is an employe of the Boiler Works Company.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Apr. 13, 1914


FRED. WILKIE

Mr. Fred. Wilke(sic) died Sat. following a 2-day illness in the residence of 
his son-in-law Gustav Levenhagen. The deceased was born 19 Dec. 1822 in 
Drewitz, Prussia, and came to America with his family in 1856, settling 
in Manitowoc where he lived ever since. His wife preceded him in death 
2 yrs. ago. He is survived by a son and a daughter. The funeral was held 
Tues. afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 16 Apr. 1903
**********
Fred Wilke(sic), Sr., an old and respected citizen of Manitowoc, passed away at 
the home of his son-in-law, Gust Levenhagen, 1211 south Twelfth street Saturday 
night of a complication of diseases aged 80 years. The deceased was born in 
Prewitz, Prussia, and with his wife and one child came to America and settled in 
Manitowoc in 1856, where he has since resided. His wife died two years ago. He 
leaves to mourn his loss a son J. H. Wilke, Jr., a daughter, Mrs. Gust Levenhagen 
and a granddaughter, Mrs. Louisa Repenstein. He was a member of the German 
Methodist church. Funeral Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the home and from 
the church at 2:30.
Manitowoc Pilot, April 23, 1903
**********
Fred Wilke(sic)
birth: 19 December 1821 Germany
death: 19 April 1903 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1903 Manitowoc
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
**********
[Fred Wilkie/bur. 04-18-1903/bur. on John F. Wilkie lot]
[There is an empty space between Hannah and Fred. On the other side of 
him is Ruth Walker (possibly a grandchild of Fred based on her year of 
birth) and then Dr. Claude Walker.  They are all buried on the John F. 
Wilkie lot]


GEORGIANA PETRA WILKIE

MRS. J. WILKIE DIES SUDDENLY AT HOME TODAY 
After marked progress toward complete recovery following an illness of five weeks, 
Mrs. Georgiana, wife of J. S. Wilkie, suffered a hemorrhage at the family home at 
1119 Hamilton street this morning and succumbed. News of her death comes as a shock 
to friends who but a few days ago encouraged by news of her being well on the way 
to recovery.
Pending the arrival of Mrs. Wilkie’s only sister, Mrs. Laura Anderson, from Lakeland, 
Florida, arrangements for funeral services and burial have been set tentatively for 
Monday afternoon at two o’clock. Services will be held from the home to the Wesely 
M.E. church where the Rev. A.R.E. Schreiber will conduct burial rites.
Life-Long County Resident
Mrs. Wilkie, who was Georgiana Johnson before her marriage to Mr. Wilkie, lived in 
Manitowoc county all her life. She was born at Cato in December, 1865, being 61 years 
of age at the time of death. She lived there with her parents until her marriage on 
April 24, 41 years ago. The marriage ceremony took place at Cato, following which the 
move to Manitowoc was made and where they have since lived.
Mrs. Wilkie was a member of the Wesely M.E. church and took an active part in social 
doings of the congregation, being a member of the Ladies Aid and the Missionary 
Society. 
Surviving Mrs. Wilkie are her husband and three children, Mrs. C. W. Walker of Iron 
Mountain, Mich., Mrs. James C. Camp of Detroit, Mrs. Flossie Volendorf who made her 
home with the parents. Three grandchildren also remain, and a brother Theodore Johnson 
of Cato, and a sister, Mrs. Laura Andersen of Lakeland, Fla. 
Manitowoc Herald News, June 25, 1927  P. 2
********
[bur.6-27-1927/cause: hemorrhage of stomach/bur. on John F. Wilkie lot]


HANNAH WILKIE

Mrs. Fred Wilke(sic), whose unlucky accident we reported last week, 
died Mon. from her injuries. The deceased was born in Germany 
on 28 May 1830 and came to Manitowoc with her husband in 1855 
where she has lived ever since. She is survived by her sorrowing 
husband, one son and one daughter. The funeral was held yesterday 
from the German Methodist Church.
Der Nord Westen, 25 July 1901
*****
Deaths of a Week:
Mrs. Fred Wilke, Sr., died on Monday. She was born in Germany May 28, 1830. 
She left a husband and son.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, July 25, 1901 pg. 1
*****
[Hannah Wilkie/bur. 07-23-1901/age 71 yrs./cause: fracture of hip joint
bur. on John F. Wilkie lot]


JOHN F. WILKIE    (d. 1945)

Messages received here advised of the death at Detroit Sunday of John F. Wilkie, 
79, former Manitowoc resident.
The body will be brought to Manitowoc Tuesday afternoon and taken to the Frazier 
mortuary, where funeral services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday. The Rev. 
Carl Hagen will officiate and there will be Masonic rites at the grave. Interment 
will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Wilkie, who was employed as an engineer in the public utilities and other 
plants in Manitowoc for many years, left for Detroit 10 years ago to reside with 
his daughters. 
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Essie Camp and Mrs. Flossie Vollendorf, both of 
Detroit, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 5, 1945  P. 2
********
[d. 03-04-1945 at Detroit, Wayne Co. MI/age 79 yrs. cause: chronic myocarditis]


MARY A. WILKIE

Mrs. Elmer Wilkie, 86, of 1534 Adams St., Madison, died Wednesday afternoon 
at Madison.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilkie, nee Mary Hermann, was born Mar. 22, 1886, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late John and Bertha Wienke Hermann. She was marred to Elmer Wilkie 
April 11, 1914, at Sheboygan. After their marriage they live in Milwaukee until 
1919 when they moved to Madison. Mrs. Wilkie was a member of the Eastern Star 
Monona Chapter No. 5, Wimadoughses Club and Milwaukee Railroad Women's Club.
Survivors include her husband, a daughter, Mrs. Ralph (Janet) Thurner, of New 
Berlin, Wis.; a brother, John Hermann, of Downey, Calif.; a sister, Mrs. Hilary 
Peot, of Manitowoc; and a granddaughter (Survivor omitted for privacy.)
Friends may call at the funeral home from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 14, 1972
********
[Mary Hermann Wilkie/d. 12-13-1972 at Madison WI/age 86 yrs./bur. on Hilary M. Peot lot]
********
Marriage of Elmer/Mary Wilkie
Miss Mary Herman and Elmer Wilke, well known south side young people, were 
wedded Saturday afternoon, Rev. Machmiller officiating. The wedding was a 
quiet one and Mr. Wilke and bride left at once for Chicago and will later 
return here to reside. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Herman. 
The groom is an employe of the Boiler Works Company.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Apr. 13, 1914


MINNIE WILKIE

MRS. A. WILKE, NATIVE HERE, DIES TODAY
Well Known West Side Resident Called by Death
Mrs. Alnery(sic) Wilke, a well known west side resident, died at the family home, 
726 Twenty-Third Street, early today, after an illness due to nervous prostration. 
Mrs. Wilke, nee Minnie Krahn, was born here October 18, 1886 and for eighteen 
years the family resided at Kaukauna coming here twelve years ago. Mrs. Wilke is 
survived by her husband and three children, Miss Amanda, Chicago, Mrs. Elsie Ross, 
Waukesha and Elmer, this city. An aged mother and two brothers, Fred Krahn of 
Marshfield and Frank of Kaukauna also survive. The funeral will be held Sunday 
afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, July 17, 1913 page 1
*********
Card of Thanks
We desire to thank the neighbors and many friends for the kindness and sympathy 
shown us in our bereavement, the illness, death and burial of our dear mother. 
We are grateful to the Rev. Machmiller, Dr. Teitgen and Joseph Wattawa and for 
flowers from friends.
Mr. A.C. Wilkie
Elmer Wilkie
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Meeks
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., July 21, 1913 page 4
*********
[cause: chronic gastric ulcer/bur. on Frederick Krahn lot]


CHARLES G. WILKOWSKE

Charles Wilkowske, 82, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, died Friday night at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Donald Stannard officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. 
Mr. Wilkowske was born Dec. 7, 1879, at Gibson, son of the late August and 
Fredricka Richter Wilkowske. He was unmarried. A painter by trade, he worked 
for some time at Des Plaines, Ill. He was also a cheese maker in the rural 
Manitowoc area. 
He retired early in life and for the last seven years had been a resident of 
Shady Lane Home.
Survivors include three sisters, Mrs. Peter Pitsch of Manitowoc, Mrs. Rose 
Cluphf of Sacramento, Calif., and Mrs. Pauline Reaugh of Albuquerque, N.M. 
a half-sister, Mrs. Adolph Swejkar of Manitowoc; a brother, the Rev. Robert 
Wilkowski of Lake Geneva; a half-brother William Blank of Mishicot and several 
nieces and nephews. Three brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 9, 1961  P. 11
*******
[d. 12-08-1961/age 82 yrs.]


FRIEDERICKE WILKOWSKE

DEATH ENDS LONG ILLNESS FOR CO. PIONEER 
Death late yesterday came to the relief of Mrs. Fredericka(sic), wife 
of August Wilkowski, who for many months had been a sufferer from illness. 
Decedent was formerly a resident of Mishicott where the family resided 
for 35 years up to five years ago when they removed to the city. 
[Mrs. Wilkowski] was born in Frankfort-on-the-Main, Germany, June 23, 
1847. Besides her husband she is survived by nine children. The funeral 
will be held Thursday afternoon from the German M.E. church, Rev. 
Schelhaase officiating. Deceased was a member of the Woman's Relief 
Corps which will attend the funeral. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, May 18, 1915, Page 5 
********* 
Mr. and Mrs. Herman Berndt of Fond du Lac were in the city yesterday to 
attend the funeral of the late Mrs. Wilkowske. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, May 21, 1915, Page 3 
********* 
After attending the funeral here of the late Mrs. Wilkowske the following 
have returned to their respective homes: Mrs. Hannah Lehr to Abrams, Mrs. 
Victor Lehr to Oconto, Herman Wilkowske to Milwaukee, Rev. Robert Wilkowske 
to Wittenberg and Hugo Wilkowske to Green Bay. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, May 24, 1915, Page 3
*********
[bur. 20 May 1915/cause: carcinoma of liver]


AUGUST WILKOWSKI

VETERANS TO HONOR COMRADE WHO IS 80 TODAY
G.A.R. Boys to Have Banquet at Birthday of Aug. Wilkowsky
Grand Army veterans of the city will honor August Wilkowske, comrade 
in Walker Post, and for many years flag bearer of the post, who today 
passes his eightieth birthday anniversary. The Grand Army boys will be 
guests at a dinner at the Wilkowske home on South Ninth street this 
evening. Commander Henry Schmidt will be toastmaster of the occasion. 
The ranks of the Grand Army are thinning rapidly and every occasion 
which affords the “boys” a chance to get together is enjoyed.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, July 19, 1917, Page 4
********
August Wilkowski, a civil war veteran, died at his home on Manila Street Monday. 
His death was due to a stroke of apoplexy. He was born in Germany and was 86 
years old. He is survived by thirteen children, Mrs. Herman Lear of Abrams, Mrs. 
Victor Lear, Amberg, Mrs. George Rassmussen, West Allis, Mrs. Albert Gauger, 
Alverno, Mrs. Adolph Sweikar and Mrs. Peter Pitsch of this city and the Misses 
Rose at home and Pauline Wilkowski of Pasadena, Calif. Five son, Charlie of this 
city, Rev. R.T. Wilkowski of Sturgeon Bay, Herman, Milwaukee, Hugo, Wausau and 
William of Mishicot.
The funeral will be held this afternoon from the German M. E. Church, Rev. A.R.E. 
Schreiber officiating. Interment in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 29, 1924
**********
G.A.R. Commander Is Laid To Rest
The American Legion furnished a firing squad of eight men, two color guards, 
two color bearers and a bugler for the funeral of August Wilkowski, commander 
of the Horace M. Walker G.A.R. Post, held this afternoon and the full military 
honors were paid to the dead. Services were held at the German M.E. church, 
and Rev. A.R. E. Schreiber officiating with members of the G.A.R. post and 
the Women's Relief Corps in attendance. Burial was at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. May 29, 1924 P. 5
*******
[August WILKOWSKI/bur 05-29-1924/cause: apoplexy]
********
Cheese Factory Burned
Last Saturday evening, the cheese factory and dwelling of Aug. Wilkowsky(sic) 
located in the Town of Mishicot a few miles north of the village of Mishicot 
was destroyed by fire last Saturday night. The cause of the fire is not known. 
The loss is upwards of $3000 and the insurance is only $1700.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., Jan. 13, 1903
********
The following is about his daughter Pauline. I have no idea where she went 
but can't find her on my pages at all the directory indicates she was living 
with August and her sister Rose in 1920. 
(Note: From the 1920 Wright's Manitowoc City and County directory:
Aug. Wilkowski residing at 1114 S. 9th st., Manitowoc/also on 1920 Manitowoc
census..age 82
Rose J. Wilkowski residing at 1114 S 9th st., Manitowoc/also on 1920 census
age 38
Pauline Wilkowski nurse residing at 1114 S. 9th st., Manitowoc/not on 1920 
census
MANITOWOC GIRL HOME FROM SERVICE AS WAR NURSE
MISS WILKOWSKI GLAD TO BE BACK IN GOD'S COUNTRY
Wants to Have a Long Rest and Then Go Back to Work
It's wonderful to travel and see things, to experience the thrill of foreign
scenes and hidden dangers, but it is so much more wonderful to get back home-
to be with those you love and to rest," said Miss Pauline Wilkowski, Manitowoc
girl who arrived in the city last night after an absence of three years in
Europe and the Orient where she served as a nurse during the World War and 
later with the Near East Relief.
Miss Wilkowski is at the home of her mother, 1205 Manilla street, where she
plans to remain for an indefinite stay. She arrived in New York from Paris
two weeks ago on the steamer George Washington and has been at Waukesha for
several days where she attended the funeral of a Waukesha boy who was killed
in Turkey. Later she visited at Milwaukee and Chicago and arrived last evening
accompanied by a considerable amount of baggage which included a trunk filled
with souvenirs and interesting collections of keepsakes secured from various
countries which she visited.
In her service for the Near East Relief Miss Wilkowski spent two years (next
line illegible) post before leaving for Paris to return to the States being at
Harpool, from which place she assisted in bringing one contingent of the group
of 5,000 Christian orphans out of Turkey to places of safety. On the road Miss
Wilkowski and her caravan of children were held up by bandits who demanded 
money. The American girl regretted that they had very little money with them,
but as they were passing through a land where women and children needed pro-
tection she wondered if, for a modest compensation, these strong men would not
go with them and act as their protectors. To this the bandits agreed, and very
chivalrously conducted the party to its destination.
Graduate of Chicago School
Miss Wilkowski, who is a graduate of a Chicago training school, volunteered
for service with the Red Cross during the war and was sent overseas, and her
return here is the first visit home in more than three years. Miss Wilkowski
was not inclined to be talkative when seen at her mother's home today and said
that she was so happy in being back home that she wanted nothing but to be 
left alone to enjoy the comforts which for three years she had been denied.
"All I've to tell the folks of Manitowoc, is that I'm glad to get back to God's
country again," said Miss Wilkowski to a Herald-News reporter. "If you would
ask me where I haven't been it would be a great deal easier for me to tell you-
and it is wonderful to travel and see things but is so much more wonderful to
get back homme." And then Miss Wilkowski told a little of her travels.
"I left here a little over three years ago with the American Red Cross and later
with the Near East Relief and have traveled through the countries of France,
Germany, Austria, Poland, Russia, Egypt, Turkey, and parts of Africa. I was in
Poland during the time of the Bolshevik invasion and there was much suffering
and want, and as usual the children of the nation were the ones to suffer most.
Russian rule having been forced on Poland for almost the last century the
customs and ways of the people are much like those in Russia. I did not spend
much time in Russia, in fact only got a little ways over the border. I like
Turkey very well, we were situated right in the valley, and when I left there
the first part of February they were having spring. During my vacation I took
my trips, traveling through Egypt and saw the Holy Lands at Palestine. Egypt
is wonderful, and Cairo is a very modern city and very well kept. I was in
the valley of Kings, of course, if I had been there a little later I might
have had a glimpse of the famous King "Tut's" tomb. And Palestine is beyond
descriptions, everything is so well kept and so interesting, there is little
disease here, but in Turkey we had a great deal of typhus. While in Turkey I
met Defet Pasha, who was governor of Constantinople, but he is now the governor
of Thrace. The people have learned to speak English to a great extent in the 
near east since the British government has been ruling them, but I spoke French
a great deal.
"The modes of travel through those countries are still very primitive, in Turkey
especially there are no modern conveyances. We traveled eight hundred miles at
one time on a wagon without springs. In Egypt we traveled on camels and of course
horses are much in use, but railways do not cover much area and aren't at all
modern."
Miss Wilkowski plans to stay in the city for several months to rest up and bake
some pies on a gas stove in a kitchen not under a palm tree in the desert and 
then - "I'm going back," she says.
Manitowoc Herald News, March 24, 1923  p.1

********
CONTEST ON SON'S WILL
Father Seeks to Get Property Willed to His Daughter
Property valued at $1350 is involved in a contest that has been raised on the will of the late August Wilkofsky, a youth who died in June as the result of injuries sustained by the cave-in of a sewer trench in which he was employed for the city. The contest, which is being heard in probate court is started by Louis Wilkofsky, father of the dead man and it is claimed that at the time of making the will the testator was not competent. The property was bequeathed in the will to Mrs. M. Gauger of Rapids, a sister of the dead, who is defending the contest. A large number of witnesses are being called.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Wed., Oct. 17, 1906 

LOUIS WILKOWSKY

Internal injuries received in a cave-in of the sewer on Green Street in Manitowoc, 
in which he was employed resulted in the death of Louis Wilkofsky(sic) at the Holy 
Family hospital, Monday. Wilkofsky was buried in the cave-in that occurred the 
previous Tuesday and although rescued almost immediately and removed to the hospital, 
his injuries were severe and after lingering a week, death claimed him.
Louis Wilkofsky was a single man, aged about 32 years. He was born in this county 
and he had been a member of the fire department for some time and he had been acting 
as night callman of late. At one time, he was employed steadily for over a year. 
Besides a father living at Gibson, three sisters and a brother survive him. The 
funeral took place Wednesday afternoon. The deceased was a frequent visitor in this 
city and had many friends here who deeply regret his untimely death.
The REPORTER, Sat., June 16, 1906
********
Louis Wilkowsky died at the Holy Family hosptial Monday night, death resulting 
from injuries Mr. Wilkowsky had sustained in a cave-in of the sewer on Green 
street on Tuesday of last week. The cave-in occurred while Wilkowsky and others 
were at work in the trench laying sewer pipe. Wilkowsky was buried by the sand, 
but he was quickly rescued and immediately taken to the hospital, where he 
lingered for six dys before death relieved him of his sufferings.
The decedent was 31 years of age, and was unmarried. He was born in this county. 
He is survived by a father, residing at Mishicot, and several brothers and 
sisters.
Louis Wilkowsky had been a member of the fire department for some time. Of late 
he had been serving as night call man. Several years ago he was steadily employed 
on the department for a year. Flags were placed at half mast at the fire stations 
at the time of his death and until after the obsequies.
The decedent was a member of the Manitowoc branch of the Fraternal reserve 
association. His death is the first that has occurred in the local branch of 
the order. The funeral was held on Wednesday. Interment took place at Evergreen 
cemetery, this having been requested by the young man two days before his demise.
Louis Wilkosky's untimely death is much regretted by all who knew him, for he was 
held in esteem by his acquaintances. 
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, June 14, 1906 P. 1
********
Gibson – 
Mr. and Mrs. August Wilkowske(sic) were at Manitowoc last Wednesday to attend the 
funeral of their son, Louis Wilkowske, who died from injuries received in the caving 
in of a sewer upon which he was employed. Mr. and Mrs. William Blank also attended 
the funeral.
The REPORTER, Sat., June 16, 1906
********
WITHDRAW CONTEST ON WILL
Father Permits Will of Louis Wilkowsky to be Probated
Withdrawing the objections which he had filed as the basis of a contest, August Wilkowsky 
will permit the will of his son, Louis Wilkowsky to go to probate and the estate will be 
disposed of under provisions of the document, going to the sister of the decedent, Mrs. Gauger 
of Rapids, who will benefit to the extent of $1100 to $1200. The contest was withdrawn in 
probate court when the case was called for a further hearing after a continuance had been 
taken two weeks ago. Wilkowsky, who was 23, died three months ago as the result of injuries 
which he sustained by the cave-in of a sewer trench in which he was at work for the city. The 
will disposing of the property, consisting of a lot and insurance money, was drawn by the 
decedent while he was on his death bed and the father claimed that the boy had been 
incompetent at the time and that undue influence had been exercised to the benfit of the sister.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Sat., Nov. 3, 1906 
********
[cause: peritonitis]
********
Louis Wilkewsky  (sic)
birth: 10 April 1875 America
death: 11 June 1906 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1906 Manitowoc
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


MARY ELLEN WILLARD

MRS. WILLARD DIES IN CITY THIS MORNING
An operation resorted to in a final effort to save the life of Mrs. Mary
Willard, well known local resident who for a number of years was cateress
at the Knights of Columbus club house, failed to accomplish its purpose 
and death resulted from complications at 10 o'clock this morning, death 
occurring at the Holy Family hospital here. Mrs. Willard, who was 58 
years of age, was surrounded by members of her immediate family when the 
end came.
Born in Clarks Mills on December 13, 1871, Mrs. Willard, nee Mary Halloran,
spent her entire life in Manitowoc county. She came to this city with her
parents when a young girl and was married 37 years ago, her husband pre-
ceding her in death a number of years ago. For the past several years she
resided at 915 Buffalo street, making her home there until she was taken
to the hospital a short time ago.
An only child died 19 years ago and Mrs. Willard's immediate survivors are
a brother, John Halloran, five sisters, Mrs. P.A. Petersen, Mrs. C.P. Healy,
Mrs. John McCabe, Mrs. Richard Langrill and Mrs. Adolph Cisler and a grand-
son, Howard Ashby, all residents of this city.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday morning at 8:30 o'clock from the
C.P. Healy home at 1012 S. Sixteenth street and at 9 o'clock from the
Sacred Heart church. Father William Luby officiating. Burial will take place
at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, January 23, 1930  p.2
********
[cause: surgical shock/bur. on Mrs. Theodore Willert lot]


BERTHA WILLE

Death of 29 yr. old Mrs. Bertha Will(sic) on Sat. morning of volvulus.
She was the wife of Frank Will and daughter of Mr. W. Hermann. 
Her funeral was Tues. afternoon at the city cemetery. She leaves 
3 small children.
Der Nord Westen, 13 July 1893
*******
[bur. 07-10-1893/cause: dropsy]


CHARLOTTE WILLE

Mrs. Will, wife of Mr. L. Will, will be 100 yrs. old on Sun.
Der Nord Westen, 30 Oct. 1890 
(It is a long article discussing how she lived at the time of the French Revolution, 
endured the French occupation of Germany, and other facts about her life.)
(Note: This is not an obit, but a birthday congratulations)
********
Death Sun. morning of the oldest resident of our city and perhaps the 
entire state –
Mrs. Charlotte Will, at the age of 105 yrs. 4 mos. The deceased was born 02
Nov. 1790 in Koelpin, Bez. Koeslin, Pomerania. She married when she was 20 
yrs. old, in 1810, to John Brandt who died in 1837, leaving his widow with 
7 children. She married again in 1840, this time to Ludwig Will, coming to 
America with him in 1850, settling in Manitowoc where they have lived ever 
since. When she celebrated her 100th birthday, she was still able to dance. 
She spoke of being ill recently, but no one believed that she was close to 
the end. On Sun. morning her surviving elderly husband prepared the breakfast 
coffee, but as he brought it to her, found her dead. The funeral took place 
Tues. afternoon in the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 26 Mar. 1896 
*******
Mrs. Charlotte Wille, a resident of the Third ward of this city died
on Sunday last. She had reached the wonderfully advanced age of 100 
years. She was born in Pomerania, Germany in 1790, but came to this 
country when quite young. She always enjoyed good health but toward 
the last was very feeble and she dropped into death from a quiet 
sleep.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, March 26, 1896
*******
An old lady of this city a Mrs. Will (sic) celebrated the hundreth anniversary 
of her birth on Sunday last. Her friends visited her on that occasion and made 
her many valuable presents.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, November 6, 1890 P. 3
*******
Charlotta Wille
birth: November 1790 Germany
death: 22 March 1896 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
spouse: L. Wille
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[bur. 03-22-1896/cause: old age]


FRANK WILLE    (d. 1906)

Former locomotive engineer Frank Wills(sic) has died in the local 
St. Mary's Hospital following a 6-month illness at age 45. 
The deceased leaves 2 daughters and a son.
Der Nord Westen, 10 May 1906
***********
Frank Wills(sic), aged forty-five, died of consumption at St. Mary's 
hospital last Friday morning, after an illness extending over a period 
of six months. The decedent is survived by three children-two daughters 
and one son. Previous to his illness Mr. Wills was employed at the 
Schreihardt brewery for many years. Prior to his employment at the 
brewery he was a locomotive engineer on the old Lake Shore & Western. 
The funeral was held on Sunday.
Manitowoc Pilot, May 10, 1906  P. 1
*********
Frank Wills
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name Frank Wills
Event Type Death
Event Date 1906
Event Place Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
Residence Place Manitowoc,
Gender Male
Age 45
Marital Status Widowed
Race W
Occupation Retired
Birth Date 14 Nov 1860
Birth Year (Estimated) 1861
Birthplace Wisconsin
Cemetery Evergreen
Father's Name Fred Wills
Father's Birthplace Germany
Mother's Name Albertina Wills
Mother's Birthplace Germany
Spouse's Name Bertha Wills
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," FamilySearch
Frank Wills, 1906; citing Death, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
*************
Frank Wills
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials
Name Frank Wills
Gender Male
Death Date 04 May 1906
Death Place Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Age 45
Birth Date 14 Mar 1860
Birthplace Wisconsin
Occupation Retired
Race White
Marital Status Widowed
Spouse's Name Bertha Wills
Father's Name Fred Wills
Father's Birthplace Germany
Mother's Name Albertina
Mother's Birthplace Germany
"Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," FamilySearch
Frank Wills, 04 May 1906; citing Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, 
Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
***********
Frank Wills  (sic)
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
birth: 14 March 1860 Wisconsin
death: 4 May 1906 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1906 Manitowoc
father: Fred Wills
mother: Albertina
spouse: Bertha Wills
***********
[Frank WILLIE/bur. 05-05-1906/age 45 yrs./cause: consumption]
***********
(Order For Proof of Will.)
STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY.
In the Matter of the Estate of Frank Wille, deceased. In Probate.
And Instrument in writing, purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of Frank 
Wille, of Manitowoc, in said County, having been delivered into said Court:
And Walter Bahr, of Manitowoc in said County, having presented to said Court his 
petition in writing duly verified, representing, among other things, that said 
Frank Wille died testate, at Manitowoc, in said County, on the 4th day of May, 
1906: that said Instrument is the Last Will of said deceased, and that Walter 
Bahr is named therein as Executor, and praying that said Instrument be proven 
and admitted to Probate and that letters Testamentary be thereon issued to Walter 
Bahr.
It is Ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs of 
said last Will and Testament be taken, at a Special term of said County Court, to 
be held at the Probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 12th day 
of June, 1906, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is Further Ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be 
given by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous 
to the time of said hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a newspaper published in said 
Manitowoc County.
Dated May 11th, 1906.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Jduge.
Healy & Joyce, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, May 17, 1906 P. 4


GROVER WILLE

Grover Willie(sic), a former Manitowoc boy was killed last week by being 
struck by a train at Alliance, Ohio, where he was employed by the Adams 
Express company. Mr. Willie was born at Manitowoc twenty years ago and 
has always resided here until last fall. He was married here to Mary 
Germanson and removed to Fostoria where he has since resided. He was an 
industrious young man of good habits and his tragic death shocks many 
friends whose sympathies go out to the wife of a half-year. He is 
survived by his widow and two sisters, Lottie and Viola, both of whom 
live here. The body of Mr. Willie arrived here Monday and the funeral 
was held from the home of his aunty, Mrs. Thos. Dirkman.
Manitowoc Pilot, April 11, 1912
*******
MANITOWOC BOY KILLED AT ALLIANCE, O.
Grover Wille Falls From Telegraph Pole and Neck is Broken
LEAVES BRIDE OF LESS THAN YEAR
"Grover was killed this morning." This is the message flashed over the wires 
from Alliance, Ohio to relatives here today announcing the death of Grover Wille, 
a former Manitowoc boy in that city. The message is signed by Mrs. Wille, a bride 
of six months who with her husband removed to Alliance two or three months ago.
According to reports from Alliance, Wille was killed by a fall from a telegraph 
pole on which he was working, his neck being broken and death resulting instantly. 
The company by which Wille was employed owns the express and telegraph lines at 
Alliance and he was employed in and out of the office and had been assigned to 
assist with a wire crew which was sent out from the offices. He had climbed the 
pole to a height of thirty feet when he lost his hold and fell to the ground 
striking on his head and breaking his neck. He was dead when his companions reached 
him.
Wille was 19 years of age having been born in this city November 27, 1892 and had 
made his home in Manitowoc all his life. He was formerly employed at the Dry Dock 
Company yards and later at the Country club, at Beers' Buffet and in other positions 
in the city. November 18, last year, Wille was married to Miss Mary Germanson, 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Christ Germanson and soon after the couple removed to 
Alliance, Ohio where they have since made their home.
Mr. Wille was an orphan, his father and mother Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wille being dead 
and the only surviving relatives are four sisters, two of whom, Misses Lotta and 
Viola are residents of this city, making their home on So. Tenth Street. Mr. Wille 
was a relative of J. Pfeffer and made his home with Mr. Pfeffer while here. He was 
a young man who was popular with his associates and the news of his tragic death 
was a shock to friends. Mrs. Wille is with her parents at Alliance; Mr. and Mrs. 
Germanson having removed to that city last year. Wille's body will be brought to 
this city for burial, accompanied by Mrs. Wille and will probably reach ere tomorrow 
for burial on Saturday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Apr. 5, 1912
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WILLE RUN DOWN BY TRAIN
Body of Youth to Be Buried Here Tuesday; Here Today
Grover Wille, the Manitowoc boy whose life was claimed by an accident at Alliance, 
Ohio, Friday was run down by a train instead of losing his life by a fall as was 
first reported. Letters from Alliance say that Wille was struck by a train just as 
he was about to leave his work Friday morning, the young man having been employed 
nights by the Adams Express Company. Full details of the accident are not given 
however.
The body of Mr. Wille will reach here this afternoon and will be taken to the home of 
Mrs. Thomas Dirkman, an aunt, at 1326 So. Tenth Street with whom he made his home for 
years. The funeral will be held Tuesday from the Dirkman home. Mr. Wille is survived 
by his widow and two sisters but no children.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Apr. 4, 1912
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[Grover WILL/bur. 04-10-1912/cause: R.R. accident]
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Article:
YOUTH NEAR DEATH; HIS RESCURER HURT
Capt. McCarty of Str. Chippewa Injured Making Rescue
Grover Wills(sic), a Southside boy, who is ship keeper on the Steamer Chippewa 
which is up river for repairs, narrowly escaped death when he fell from the gang 
plank of the vessel Tuesday afternoon and Capt. William McCarty who attempted 
to rescue the lad after Wills had been down for the second time, was seriously 
injured. Capt. McCarty sustained a dislocation of his shoulder when he struck a 
timber while assisting Wills.
Wills fell from the gang plank and into the river at the side of the boat when 
Capt. McCarty made an attempt to reach the boy to assist him, he succeeded in 
getting hold of Wills arm and was pulled over into the river with the unfortunate 
lad whose escape from death was a narrow one. Men on the boat who saw the plight 
of Capt. McCarty of the youth, rendered assistance and the two were hauled aboard 
the vessel. It was found that Capt. McCarty had suffered an injury to his shoulder 
and a physician had to be called to attend him. Wills was formerly an employe at 
the Beers' Café and is a well known young man. He escaped unhurt but it required 
some time to revive him. But for the timely assistance of Capt. McCarty, the boy 
would have lost his life.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., May 11, 1910


LUDWIG WILLE

Ludwig Will 
birth: 10 September 1810 Germany 
death: 21 August 1898 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin 
burial:  Manitowoc, Wis. 
residence: 1898 Manitowoc, Wis. 
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[Ludwig Will/bur. 08-31-1898/cause: old age]


AUGUST WILLERT

Aug. Willert Passes after Brief Illness
Fonner—Alderman, 
For Many Years With Vits Interests, Dies at Home Today
An Illness of only three weeks duration and which developed into 
pneumonia this morning at 4 o'clock, claimed the life of August C. 
Willert, chief engineer of the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company 
and for many years a resident of this city. Death occurred at the 
family home, 506 River Drive, with immediate members of his family 
in attendance at the bedside when the end came.
Mr. Willert was widely know throughout the city and county and for 
a time was a member of the city council from the Fifth ward in 
addition to serving in other positions of public trust. For 58 years 
he was affiliated with the Vits interests, starting his employment 
with the family on the farm homestead at Newton, later coming to this 
city with them to become employed in the tannery, Aluminum Novelty 
company and still later at the present Aluminum Goods Manufacturing 
company.
Spent Many Years Here
Practically all of Mr. Willert years were spent in Manitowoc city 
and county as he came here from Germany when four years of age and 
made his home in this vicinity continuously since that time. He was 
born November 10, 1852. On January 15, 1881, he married Miss Augusta 
Kasten and the couple celebrated their golden wedding annlversary 
this year with many relatives and friends in attendance at the open 
house observed then.
Mr. Willert was one of the first men of the Aluminum Goods company 
to receive the gold watch awarded by the company to employees in the 
twenty-five year service class and he prized the token to his death. 
He continued with the company, despite his age and was highly regarded 
by its office.
Besides his widow, immediate survivors include six daughters, the 
Mesdames J. E. Noble, Denver, Colo.; Fred Grapentin, Newton; Harry 
Brandenburg, Walter Todl, William Uek and Arthur Wigen, all of this 
city; two sons, Fred of Chicago and Edward of Manitowoc; a brother, 
Theodore Waak of Manitowoc, Mrs. George Falkenhagen, Antigo; 15 
grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.
Watched Concern Grow
Although he was much interested in city affairs, Mr. Willert's primary 
concerns were his work and his family life. He watched the present 
Aluminum Goods Manufacturing company develop from a small factory in 
a frame building to its present mammoth proportions, and took an active 
part in its development in the handling of the engineering facilities 
for the organization. For some time he was treasurer of the National 
Association of Power Engineers.
For many years, Mr. Willert was interested in musical organizations 
of the city and was a member of the Concordia Singing Society and the 
Men's Club of the First Reformed Church.
The remains will be removed from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei mortuary 
to the home on River Drive after 3 o'clock tomorrow afternoon.
Funeral Saturday
Funeral services will be held from the home at 1:30 o'clock and from the 
First Reformed church, Ninth and Hancock streets, at 2 o'clock on Saturday 
afternoon with the Rev. Otto Menke officiating. Interment will take place 
at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, April 2, 1931
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[bur. 4-4-1931/age 78 yrs/cause: lobar pneumonia]


AUGUSTA WILLERT

Mrs. August Willert, 88, of 2412 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc, died early Thursday 
morning at the residence following an illness of several months.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at the First Reformed 
Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. A. C. Fischer officiating with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Born Augusta Kasten in Manitowoc Oct. 11, 1863, she was married to Mr. Willert 
in 1881. He died in 1931. Mrs. Willert was an honorary member of the Women’s 
Guild of the First Reformed Church.
Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Harry Brandenburg, Mrs. Walter Todl, 
Mrs. William Uek and Mrs. Arthur Wigen of Manitowoc; a step-daughter, Mrs. 
Lillian Noble of Denver, Colo.; a son, Edwin of Manitowoc; a step-son Fred 
of Chicago; 16 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 
4 p.m. Friday until 10 a.m. Saturday when the body will be moved to the church 
to lie in state until the hour of service in the afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 10, 1952  P. 2
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[bur. 07-12-1952/age 88 yrs./bur. on August C. Willert lot]


CARL WILLERT  (d. 1921)

CHAS. WILLERT, RESIDENT HERE 70 YEARS, DEAD
Charles Willert died at the Holy Family hospital this morning at the age 
of seventy-five years, a severe cold which he contracted about two months 
ago causing his demise. For years the decedent conducted a farm between 
here and Two Rivers, a mile north of the Two Rivers road which he sold 
recently making his home at Neshoto. He was ill at the hospital but two 
weeks. He leaves two brothers, Henry of Two Rivers and Theodore of this 
city, and one sister, Mrs. Mary Rickling at Grand Rapids, Mich., 
surviving him. He was never married. He was a resident of this county for 
the past seventy years, coming here with his parents when four years old. 
The funeral will take place Friday afternoon from the William Frazier 
undertaking rooms, with burial at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, March 2, 1921 P.8
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[Charles Willert/bur 03-04-1921/cause: arterio sclerosis]


CHRISTINA WILLERT

City and County:
Mrs. Willert of the town of Two Rivers died on Sunday last at the 
advanced age of 82. She was one of the early settlers of that town.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, November 7, 1895  pg. 3
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[bur. 11-03-1895/age 81 yrs./cause: old age]


EDNA WILLERT

EDNA WILLERT DIES AFTER A SHORT ILLNESS
Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Willert Dies, Heart Disease
Miss Edna Willert, the eighteen year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
August Willert, 735 South Sixteenth street, died this morning after 
a (illegible) illness with heart disease. Besides her parents she 
leaves the following sisters and brothers to mourn her early 
departure; Mrs. F. Grapentin, Newton; Mrs. James No? Denver, Colo.; 
Mrs. H.A. (illegible)..burg, Mrs. Walter Told, Mrs. William Uek, 
Miss Hilda Willert, Edward Willert, this city and Fred Willert, 
Chicago. 
The funeral takes place from the house Thursday afternoon at 3 
o’clock, Rev. Grether officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, January 28, 1918, Page 1
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Edna Willert, aged 18, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. August Willert, died Monday 
morning at the family home on South Sixteenth Street. The deceased has been 
a sufferer from diabetes for the past three years. Besides her parents, six 
sisters, Mrs. F. Grapentine, Newton, Mrs. James Nobel, Denver, Mrs. Harry 
Brandenberg, Mrs. Walter Todl, Mrs. William Uek and Miss Hilda, all of this 
city and two brothers, Fred of Chicago and Edwin of this city, survive. The 
funeral will be held this afternoon from the home, Rev. Grether officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Jan. 31, 1918
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[bur. 01-31-1918/cause: diabetes/bur. on August C. Willert]


EDWARD W. WILLERT

Funeral services for Edward W. Willert, 64, of 4006 Broadway St., Manitowoc, 
who died Monday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 10:30 a.m. 
Wednesday at First Reformed United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Theodore P. Crusius will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Willert was born Aug. 18, 1901 at Manitowoc, son of the late August and 
Augusta Kasten Willert. He married Viola Wiesner July 6, 1924, at Manitowoc. 
He was a tool and die-maker for Mirro Aluminum Co. for more than 43 years and 
had retired in August, 1963. He served three years on the church consistory 
and as church treasurer. 
He is survived by his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Allen (Audrey) Schoepke, and two 
sisters, Mrs. Ella Brandenburg and Mrs. Arthur Wigen, of Manitowoc and three 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Ninth Street entrance, 
Manitowoc, until 9:30 a.m. Wednesday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 21, 1965  P. 16
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[bur. on Arthur Wigen lot]


FREDERICKA WILLERT

Death on Fri. (Mar. 4) of 52 yr. old Mrs. Friederike Wellert(sic), 
wife of Charles Wellert of here, of cancer. The deceased who leaves 
her husband and 11 children was buried Mon. in the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 10 March 1898
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[cause: cancer]


KARL WILLERT

From Der Nord Westen, 20 Aug. 1885:
The little son of Mr. August C. Willert, age 1 yr. 4 mos., died
yesterday morning and burial will be tomorrow, Fri. at 2pm.
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[Carl Willert/d. unk/The burial is on the August Willert lot & the 
obit says his father is August. Also, the burial is drawn small 
as if a child.] 


THEODORE WILLERT

TED WILLERT STRICKEN BY SUDDEN DEATH 
Pioneer Restaurant Man Is Victim of Heart Attack
Theodore Willert, familiarly known as “Teddy,” pioneer restaurant man of the 
city, having for years conducted a place on South Eighth street on the site of 
what is to be the new Commerce block, died suddenly in the refreshment stand 
which he conducted at 912 Washington street last night. Mr. Willert was stricken 
while he was about to serve a patron with an order for a sandwich, death being 
due to heart failure. The body was removed to the Urbanek and Wattawa parlors 
and funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2:30 from the parlors, 
where the body may be viewed during the day and from 7 to 9 in the evening.
Born at Two Rivers. 
Mr. Willert, who was 66 years of age and had spent his entire life here, was 
born at Two Rivers, Feb. 15, 1859. He removed to this city as a boy and was 
married here to Mary Ellen Halloran. He established a restaurant business which 
he continued for many years and later was a cook on the lakes, returning here 
about three years ago to open a refreshment stand which he operated at his death. 
He is survived by one stepbrother, Henry Willert, of Two Rivers, and a grandson, 
Howard Ashby, son of his deceased daughter.
Mr. Willert made his home at 914 South Tenth street, but spent most of his time 
at the refreshment booth on Washington street. The police took charge of the 
booth and closed it. A sum of money was found in the till and on the person of 
the dead man and is held pending administration of the estate. It is not known 
that Mr. Willert left any considerable estate. 
Manitowoc Herald News, June 2, 1925  P. 2


VIOLA M. (WIESNER) WILLERT

Mrs. Edward (Viola M.) Willert, 81, of 4006 Broadway St., Manitowoc, died late 
Friday afternoon, June 8, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ. Rev. Arthur H. Wille will officiate  and burial will follow in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Willert was born Feb. 18, 1903, in the Township of Manitowoc Rapids, 
daughter of the late Louis and Lillian Courtley Wiesner. She grew up and attended 
local schools in Manitowoc Rapids and lived in that area all her life. She married 
Edward W. Willert on July 6, 1925, at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death Dec. 20, 
1965. Mrs. Willert was a member of First Reformed United Church of Christ.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Audrey and Allen Schoepke of Manitowoc; 
three granddaughters, Terry Huske of Manitowoc, Linda Wagner of Howards Grove and 
Susan Hill of Manitowoc and four great grandsons. She was preceded in death by two 
brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
5 o'clock to 8 o'clock this Sunday afternoon and Monday until 11 a.m. and then at 
the church from noon to the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, June 10, 1984 P. 3
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[widow of Edward W. Willert/bur. on Mr. and Mrs. Arthur M. Wigen lot]


WILHELMINE WILLERT

From Der Nord Westen, 24 June 1880:
Death of the wife of Aug. G. Willert on Wed., 23 June at
4am. Burial is this afternoon.
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[Wilhelmina Mrs. Aug. C.]