ANNA (KELLNER) WILLIAMS

SIGHS OF DEATH
Whisper Earthly Farewell of Manitowoc County Pioneers
Funeral sighs of death whispered a farewell to earth for Mrs. Anna 
Williams at 6 o'clock this morning when she passed away after an 
illness of three days. The announcement was a painful surprise to 
friends of the kindly woman whose 52 years' residence in the city 
had made her widely known. Mrs. Williams had been in poor health 
for three months but was only obliged to take to her bed three days 
ago. 
Anna Kellner was a native of Bohemia and was born 74 years ago. 
Early in life she came to Manitowoc county and since the death of 
her husband, which occurred in Texas in 1861, she had been a 
continuous resident here. She was a woman of capable executive 
ability and gave personal attention to the management of her 
business interests which were extensive. She was possessed of that 
cardinal virtue, charity and her benefactions, although conducted 
unostentatiously were many and kind and will be a monument to her 
memory for all times. Although childless, Mrs. Williams was 
surrounded by that care and attention borne of the love of a mother 
which she bestowed upon the adopted son and daughter, Joseph and 
Mildred. By her friends, countless in number, deceased was held in 
highest esteem as a woman of sterling character and justice loving. 
Her death will arouse sincere regret to all who enjoyed her 
acquaintance and came within the influence of her life. Relatives 
surviving are two sisters and two brothers, Mrs. Frances Chloupek, 
Seattle, Wash., Mrs. Julia Hess, Burlington, Ia., Leopold Kellner, 
New Denmark, and John Kellner of this city. The funeral will be 
held Wednesday afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, February 17, 1902, Page 1
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Death Mon. morning of Mrs. Anna Williams after an illness of only a few days.
She was a long-time and well thought of resident of our city. Mrs. Williams, 
nee Kellner, was born 74 yrs. ago in Bohemia and came to Manitowoc in her 
youth. Here she married Mr. Williams, who died in Texas in 1851. The young 
widow never remarried but continued to reside here. With her energy and 
enterprise she built the "Hotel Williams" in the late 60's which she operated 
herself and for the last two years the splendid Williams Block on the corner 
of Jay and 8th Streets. There were no children to her marriage but she adopted 
a nephew, Joseph Williams and a niece, Mildred Williams. In addition to these 
adopted children, she is survived by 2 brothers, 2 sisters and many other 
relatives. The flags were flown at half-mast at Williams House, the Williams 
Block, as well as the Victoria Hotel in her memory. The funeral took place 
yesterday afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 20 Feb. 1902
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From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-four Years Ago - 1902
In the death of Mrs. Anna Williams, Manitowoc loses one of its early residents. 
Mrs. Williams died at the age of 74 years and she has been a resident of the city 
for more than half a century. Her name will be identified with Manitowoc for years 
to come, the Williams House and the Williams block both are named after her.
Mrs. Williams' maiden name was Anna Kellner. She was born in Bohemia. Though married 
for many years she had no children, though two adopted children survive her, Joseph 
Williams and Mildred.
Relatives surviving are two sisters and two brothers, Mrs. Frances Chloupek, Seattle, 
Wash., Mrs. Julia Hess, Burliington, Iowa, Leopold Kellner, New Denmark and John 
Kellner. The funeral took pace yesterday afternoon. She has left property valued 
at $100,000.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 18, 1926
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[cause: apoplexy]


EARL ROGER WILLIAMS    (d. 2000)

Earl Roger Williams, age 78, of 1022A S. 21st. St., Manitowoc, died Monday, 
January 17, 2000, at his residence.
A Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 22, 2000, at 
Anchor Fellowship Church. Officiating will be Rev. Greg Sawyer, with burial of 
his cremated remains in Evergreen cemetery.
Earl was born November 10, 1921, in Kansas City, Mo., son of the late John Earl 
and Vivienne Pepper Williams. He married the former Virginia A. Schwantes on 
May 18, 1995, in Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Virginia A. Williams, Manitowoc; one son, Mike 
Williams and his special friend, Jan, Missoula, Mont.; two daughters and sons-
in-law, Chris Pepper and her husband, Ernie Higgins, Atlanta, Ga., Libby and 
John Curry, Atlanta, Ga.; five grandchildren; three great grandchildren. Besides 
his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Jane Darnall; infant 
brother, Danny Williams; step father Lynn Seymour; one cousin, James Barnhard.
Reinbold and Pfeffer Family Funeral Services, Manitowoc is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 20, 2000 P. A2
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[cremation]


EDWARD WILLIAMS

Edward Williams, an employee at the ship yards for the past eight years, was 
found dead in bed at his boarding house, 710 Chicago Street last Thursday morning. 
The man had been suffering with dropsy for some time and was assisted to bed that 
night by Christy Olson and Patrick McCoy, who also room at the place. When Olson 
went to the room in the morning, he found the man dead. the body was turned over 
to Urbanek and Wattawa.
According to the records at the employment office of the Manitowoc Ship Building 
Corporation, Williams was born in Cato sixty-five years ago and is a widower. He 
names William Williams of Mishicot as the man who should be notified in case of 
an accident but always claimed to be without any living relatives. The funeral was 
held Saturday afternoon from the Urbanek and Wattawa chapel and burial was in 
Evergreen. The arrangements for the funeral were made by Edgar Wilsman, a grandson, 
who lives in this city.


EMMA NEMETZ WILLIAMS

Mrs. David Morgan Williams, 54, of Milwaukee, nee Emma Nemetz, died Monday in 
Milwaukee. 
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Friday at the Pfeffer funeral home and 
at 9:30 at Holy Innocents Catholic church, the Rev. E. A. Radey officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday and the rosary will 
be recited at 7:30 p.m. Thursday.
Suvivors are the husband; two sisters, Mrs. Anna Jentsch and Mrs. Marion Cabalek 
of Manitowoc; three brothers, Dr. M. A. Nemetz and Vincent Nemetz of Manitowoc 
and John E. Nemetz of Milwaukee. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 10, 1948  P. 2
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[d. 11-08-1948, Milwaukee, WI/age 54 yrs./bur. on Antoinette Nemetz lot]


FRANCIS P. WILLIAMS    (d. 1893)

From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-Five years Ago - 1893
Captain F. P. Williams of this city, died of gestation, "Vat a goundry painful 
illness." He was 54 years of age and was buried by the G.A.R. Post of this place 
of which he was a member. He had enlisted twice, once in Sept., 1861 and was 
discharged the year following. He enlisted again in January, 1864 and served 
until July, 1865.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Aug. 8, 1918
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F.P.Williams/bur. 08-07-1893/age 53 yrs./cause: cancer]


GEORGE WILLIAMS

G. M. WILLIAMS RAILWAY VET PASSES AWAY 
Fails to Rally from Operation and Death Comes Today 
"Matt" Williams, veteran North Western railway conductor who for eighteen years 
had been a resident of this city on a run to Eland Junction, passed away at the 
hospital at noon today, failing to rally from an operation which he underwent 
Monday night for an attack of acute appendicitis which he suffered Saturday while 
on his last run. Mr. Williams was the second oldest conductor on this division of 
the North Western and would have retired on pension in two years.
Funeral services will be held Saturday morning from the home at 910 North Seventh 
street to Sacred Heart church, and interment will be at Evergreen.
Railroaded at 17 
Mr. Williams was born at Merillan November 4, 1864, being 65 at death. He engaged 
in railroading at 17 at Green Bay and entered employ of the North Western line on 
his birthday 45 years ago. His father lost his life in the civil war and with his 
mother Mr. Williams resided at Arcadia for some years as a boy and then located at 
Green Bay and later entered employ of the Wisconsin Central line, and in 1881 went 
to the N.W. line and superintended construction of the Oconto Clintonville branch 
of the road, and became a conductor on the line. Later he was assigned to runs out 
of Milwaukee and eighteen years ago came here to take the run from this city.
Married in 1887. 
In 1887 Mr. Williams married Grace Phelps of Oconto who with one son Truman, of 
Milwaukee and a daughter, Mrs. Henry Wage, this city, survive. Three grandchildren 
and a half sister, Mrs. George Farber, of Trempeleau also survive.
Mr. Williams was a member of the local lodge of Elks, of the K.C. order and of the 
Order of Railway Conductors. He was widely known and popular. 
Manitowoc Herald News, September 9, 1926  P. 1
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Many Railroad Men coming For Williams Funeral
The funeral of Conductor G. Mortimer Williams will be held from 
the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wage, 
710 St. Claire street tomorrow morning with services at the home 
at 9 o'clock and at the Sacred Heart Catholic church at 9:30 the 
Rev. W.J. Luby officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen. Railroad 
men from all parts of the state with (sic) be here to attend. The 
body is lying in state at the Wage home and me be viewed there by 
friends. Burial is to be at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, September 10, 1926 P.1
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G.M. WILLIAMS AND WIFE WEDDED 29 YRS TODAY
Today is the twenty-ninth anniversay of the wedding day of Mr. and 
Mrs. G. Mortimer Williams and friends of the couple are tendering 
congratulations. No formal celebration of the anniversary has been 
planned. Mr. and Mrs. Williams have been residents here the past 
several years, Mr. Williams being a conductor on the C. & N.W. on 
the Green Bay Extension.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, May 5, 1916 P.5


GRACE WILLIAMS    (d. 1935)

Widow of Railroad Conductor Succumbs
Mrs. Grace Williams, 67, widow of G. Mort Williams, veteran North Western road 
conductor who died several years ago, died Saturday after a short illness.
Mrs. Williams came here from Milwaukee at Thanksgiving once to visit her daughter, 
Mrs. Henry Wage, 710 St. Clair street. She was taken ill a week ago. Heart trouble 
was the cause of her death.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 9 a.m. from the Sacred Heart Catholic 
church. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Williams, nee Grace Phelps, was born March 11, 1868, in Oconto, Wis. She was 
married in 1887 to G.M. Williams.
Survivors include her daughter, Mrs. Wage, a son, Truman Williams of Milwaukee; 
a brother, Fred Phelps of Texas; and three grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 9, 1935 P.14
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[Grace M./bur. 12-10-1935/age 67 yrs./cause: angina pectoris/bur. on Mrs. G.M. 
Williams lot]


JACOB WILLIAMS

JAKE WILLIAMS IS KILLED WHEN AUTO HITS GRAVEL ROAD
Last Civil War Veteran In Manitowooc Killed At Noon Today Near
Valders When Riding With Captain Arthur Dow
Jacob Williams, this city's only surviving Civil War veteran was
instantly killed shortly after one p.m. today in an auto accident
on Highway 31, three miles west of Valders. He was 92 years of
age.
Returning to the city from the home of his nephew, F.A. Woodcock,
in a car driven by Captain Arthur Dow, this city, Mr. Williams was
pinned under the car when it overturned in a bend in the road. Capt.
Dow was thrown clear of the machine as it left the highway and
sustained only a few bruises.
The fatal accident was the termination of a day's outing planned
for the aged Civil War veteran by his friend, Capt. Dow. The two 
decided on a trip to the Woodcock home today for dinner and left 
the Williams home on North Tenth street in the Dow car this morning. 
They reached the Woodcock home, five miles west of Valders on Highway 
32, at 10:30 a.m., enjoyed a visit, had dinner and left there at 
1 o'clock to return to Manitowoc.
(2 lines illegible)
way 31, three miles west of Valders and reached a sharp turn in the 
highway. The car struck a patch of loose gravel and when Dow lost
control fo the wheel the car turned over in the ditch, pinning 
Williams under it.
Other motorists came along and assisted the Capt. Dow in righting 
the car and releasing the veteran, but examination showed that he
had been killed instantly. The body was removed to a Valders under-
taking parlor.
Sheriff Herman Carstens was summoned to the scene of the acccident
and will report on the same to Dist. Atty. Lyman Fischer who will
determine whether or not an inquest will be called.
Born In Canada
The deceased with Frank Braun, who lives on Route 6, just a short
distance from the city, were the last surviving members of the H.M.
Walker Post of the G.A.R. which as a result of the depleted ranks
has ceased to function.
Uncle Jake Williams was born near Niagara Falls in Canada in 1840.
He came to this county when a boy, the family making the trip here 
in a small sleigh driven by a team of oxen. The family located in
the town of Rockland.
Mr. Williams grew to manhood and at the outbreak of the Civil war
enlisted in the Union army. He served through two enlistment periods.
The 36-day siege of Vicksburg, and Sherman's march to the sea were
the most historical Civil war events in which Mr. Williams parti-
cipated.
Famous Infantry
In his war service Mr. Williams was a member of Company E of the
famous Fourteenth Wisconsin infantry. It was organized in January
of 1862 with a strength of 2812 men and was mustered out of service
in the latter part of 1866.
Schooling had been denied him when a boy and on his return from
the war Mr. Williams joined with other men from the army and a few
adult women and attended a country school in the town of Rockland.
Mr. Williams worked on the lumber drives of the Manitowoc river and
later farmed in the town of Rockland and Manitowoc Rapids. It was
about 21 years ago that he sold his farm on the River road above the
Rapids to come to this city to locate.
Mr. Williams was married to Jean Allen. After their location in this
city Mr. and Mrs. Williams celebrated their golden wedding anniversary.
Mrs. Williams died three years ago.
The deceased made his home at 915 North Tenth street. In late years
Mr. Williams' eyesight had been failing, but otherwise his health,
despite his advanced years, had been holding up well.
No funeral arrangements have been made.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, November 1, 1932  p.1
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FULL MILITARY HONORS TO BE GIVEN VETERAN 
Williams Funeral Will Be Held On Friday At St. James Here  
Full military rites will be accorded Jacob Williams, 92, last surviving 
Civil War veteran here who was killed in an auto accident west of Valders 
Tuesday afternoon, when services are held at the St. James Episcopal church 
here Friday afternoon.  All military organizations in the city along with 
the Womans (sic) Relief corps will participate.  Rev. W. F. Hood will preach 
the funeral sermon at services at 2 p.m.  The remains will be borne to the 
last resting place in Evergreen cemetery on a special flag bedecked military 
caisson, drawn by four horses, which will be brought here from Green Bay. 
Drummers with muffled drums, recruited from the high school band, will lead 
the military cortege from the church to the cemetery and a military salute 
will be fired at the grave by a squad from Company E Wisconsin National Guard.  
In addition to Company E there will be delegations in the procession from the 
Spanish American War veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion posts 
and the Women's Relief Corps.  Pall bearers will be from the Legion, Spanish 
War Veterans and Veterans of Foreign Wars.  Frank Braun, who by the death of 
Mr. Williams is the last surviving member of the old H. M. Walker Post of the 
Grand Army of the Republic, will not be able to attend the funeral of his 
comrade.  He is in poor health and unable to leave his home on Route 5.  The 
body was removed to the Williams home on North Tenth street late today from 
the Shimek and Schwartz Funeral home, and may be viewed there until in a.m. 
on Friday, when the Women's Relief Corps will hold brief services and the 
body will be brought to the St. James church where it will lie in state until 
2 p.m., the hour of the services.  The closest relative of Jacob Williams is 
a niece, Miss Jean Johnsrud, who made her home with him.  Captain Arthur Dow, 
driver of the car in which Mr. Williams was a passenger and which overturned 
pinning the latter under it and causing his death, was reported today to be 
recovering from the nervous shock which he suffered.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, November 2, 1932, pg 1
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HOLD FUNERAL FOR WILLIAMS
Military Rites Are Conducted Here Today
Full military rites were accorded Jacob Williams, the city's last surviving 
Civil War veteran, in services held this afternoon at the St. James church. 
Military organizations of the city, including the Woman's Relief Corps, 
attended. The remains were conveyed from the church to Evergreen cemetery in 
a special flag draped caisson brought here from Green Bay.
Rev. W.F. Hood officiated at the services. Honorary pallbearers were Ariel 
Brandt and Adolph Cisler from the the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Major Walter 
Abel and T.C. Eckhart of the American Legion and William F. Ohde and Capt. 
William Able of the Spanish American war veterans.
Jacob Williams was killed on Tuesday afternoon when he was crushed under a 
car when it overturned west of Valders.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 4, 1932 P. 2
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[bur. 11-4-1932/age 92 yrs/cause: skull fracture automobile accident]


JEAN D. WILLIAMS

Mrs. J. A. Williams, Aged Resident, Dies At Home Friday 
Mrs. Jacob A. Williams, aged 85 years, one of the pioneer residents of the city, 
passed away Friday afternoon at three o'clock at the family home, 915 North Tenth 
street, of diseases incident to old age. Funeral services will be held Monday 
afternoon at two o'clock from the home with Rev. William Hood of the St. James 
Episcopal church officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen.
The maiden name of the deceased was Jane D. Allen(sic) and she was born at Calais, 
August 12, 1844. She came to this country in 1849. She was married to Jacob A. 
Williams January 9, 1871. The deceased was a member of the Women's Relief Corps. 
Besides the husband, one brother, W.N. Allen of Hailey, Ida., survives.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 13, 1929  P. 4
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[Mrs. Jacob Williams/bur. 15 July 1929/age 84 yrs./cause: myocarditis]
(Jane Allen Williams (Mrs. Jacob A./d. 12 July 1929/age 84 yrs. 11 mo./
from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)


JOHN WILLIAMS    (d. 1957)

John Williams, Marine Work Veteran, Dies
John Williams, 87, veteran in marine activity on the Great Lakes and North 
Atlantic and South Pacific Oceans, died Saturday morning at Memorial Hospital. 
He had made his home with a daughter at 1113 Fairmont St.
As soon as Mr. Williams left school in his native England, he took to the sea 
and except for a "land" job during World War I, he always maintained a deep 
interest in marine activity.
He was born Feb. 7, 1868 and came to the United States as a man of 25. He settled 
in Wisconsin in 1893 and became a citizen of his adopted country Sept. 24, 1895. 
Five years later he married Kathryn Snyder who died 27 years ago. Mr. Williams 
took to the sea in 1886 when 18, shipping out of Liverpool and since 1893 had 
been sailing on the Great Lakes, until the first World War when he operated a 
dormitory and restaurant in the Fifth Ward adjacent to the yards of Manitowoc 
Shipbuilding Inc.
He accepted a position as steward for the Goodrich Steamship Co. and subsequently 
was named assistant purchasing agent for the line, holding the position 12 years. 
He completed 45 years of service for the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., and during 
summer months was purchasing agent for the steamer Roosevelt operated by the 
Chicago Roosevelt Steamship Co.
When a young man, he sailed both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, touching at 
Gilbraltar, Port Said, Bombay, Rangoon, Singapore, Sydney, Hong Kong and Yokahama. 
Mr. Williams was past master of Lodge No. 65 F.A.M. and a member of Chapter No. 
16, R.A.M. Commandery No. 45, Knights Templar Council No. 18 R.S.M., the Two 
Rivers-Manitowoc Shrine club, Tripoli Temple of Milwaukee and a charter member 
of the Eastern Star. He was a 32nd Degree Mason.
Masons of the city honored him late in November of 1945 when he was presented 
with a 50 year membership certificate. At one time he served as an alderman for 
the city.
Surviving him are a daughter, Mrs. Paul Dirkmann, with whom he made his home; a 
son, Harry of Green Bay; three sisters, Mrs. Lucy Krobett and Mrs. Elizabeth Potter 
of Miami, Fla., and Miss Florence Williams of Boston; and three grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 2 pm Monday at Jens Funeral Home, Vicar F.C. St. Clair 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. There will be Masonic 
rites at the funeral home and at graveside. The Commandery will provide a guard 
of honor. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2pm Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., March 16, 1957 page M13
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HAD A NARROW ESAPE
Ald. John Williams Was Close to Death in River Tuesday
John Williams, local purchasing agent of the Goodrich Co., and a member of the city council 
from the Second Wad, had a narrow escape from death in the river Tuesday when he was 
precipitated into the water by the giving away of the ice while he was crossing. The ice on the 
river at the point here Mr. Williams was crossing had been weakened by steam from a dredge 
near at hand and being unaware of the fact, Mr. Williams attempted to cross the thin ice which 
gave way under him. A considerable patch had been cleared by the dredge in blowing off and 
when Mr. Williams made an effort to get out, the ice broke under his grasp and for a time there 
appeared little hope that he could be saved. When all but exhausted, his hand came in contact 
with a solid piece of ice and he was able to pull himself to safety. Mr. Williams considered it a 
close call.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Wed., Dec. 26, 1906
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[d. 03-16-1957/age 89 yrs./cause: pernicious anemia/bur. on Lulu Schneider lot]


JOSEPH S. WILLIAMS    (d. 1954)

Funeral services for Joseph S. William, 86 (photo), of 704 Hamilton St., 
Manitowoc, pioneer hotel operator who died Wednesday at the Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc, will be held at 8:30 a.m. Friday at the Mittnacht 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at St. Boniface Church. The Rev. 
Alfred Pritzl will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
He was born in Manitowoc in 1868 and attended the old First ward school and 
later took a course at the Spencerian Business College, Milwaukee. In 1900 
in partnership with his mother, Mrs. Anna Williams, he built the Williams 
House at Eighth and Franklin Streets in Manitowoc and also erected the 
Williams Block, South Eighth and Jay Streets, now the Odd Fellows Block.
His mother died in 1902 and he took over the hotel, operating it until 1924. 
He became known to hundreds of traveling men who made this trading area, and 
who, in those days, traveled by train. He disposed of the hotel property and 
the site was cleared for the present Kresge Store.
Retiring from the hotel business left Williams without a vocation, he took a 
position with the Manitowoc Savings Bank as an elevator operator, serving from 
1930 to 1950, when he retired. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of the 
St. Boniface congregation and a 49 year member of the Manitowoc aerie of Eagles. 
In 1906 he married the former Margaret Pellett, daughter of a former Manitowoc 
sheriff. She died in November, 1953.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. A.H. Cyr of Manitowoc and three grandchildren, 
Robert, Margaret and Lynda Cyr of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home, where the Rosary will be recited at 6:45 
p.m. Thursday by the Holy Name Society. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 23, 1954  P. 15
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[d. 12-22-1954/age 86 yrs.]
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VISITS SON HE HAD NOT SEEN SINCE BOY WAS A BABE IN ARMS
Joseph Kapitan, Former Manager of William House, Here After Forty Years Absence
IS GUEST OF HIS SON, JOS. A. WILLIAMS IN CITY
Father and son, separated forty years ago when the boy was a babe in arms, met 
in this city yesterday when Joseph Kapitan of Oakland, Calif., arrived here for 
a visit with his son, Joseph A. Williams, Hamilton Street. Mr. Kapitan was one 
of the early managers of the Williams House of which his son is now the owner. 
Mr. Kapitan's arrival was a surprise to his son, news of his plans which had 
been written to Mrs. Williams having been kept secret from her husband and when 
Mr. Kapital stepped from the train it was Mrs. Williams who recognized the family 
resemblance which her husband failed to note, who extended the first greeting. 
Miss Margaret, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Williams, also recognized the 
stranger.
Forty years ago, Mr. Kapitan was associated with the late Mrs. Williams whose 
sister he married, in management of the Williams House. Following the birth of 
his son and the death of his wife, Mr. Kapitan decided to leave the city and Mrs. 
Williams, aunt of the boy, asked that the child be left with her to which Mr. 
Kapitan consented and later the son was adopted by Mrs. Williams.
Kapitan located in California and though for years he corresponded with relatives 
here, the letters became less frequent and years ago he was lost sight of. After 
the earthquake at San Francisco three years ago, Mr. Kapitan made inquiries that 
the boy, grown to manhood's estate, was still here, opening correspondence with 
Mr. Williams and was urged to come here for a visit.
Mrs. Williams, who is a daughter of ex-Sheriff Walter Pellet, planned to surprise 
her husband and arranged for the coming of Mr. Kapitan without advising Mr. 
Williams and the arrival of the California man was wholly unexpected by her husband 
and probably accounts for his failure to recognize his parent whose photographs he 
possesses thought he had no recollection of him personally. Mr. Kapitan will remain 
here for an extended visit with Mr. Williams and family. He is 69 years of age and 
has been in business at Oakland, California, where he has made his home since the 
Frisco earthquake.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Feb. 20, 1913 page 1


JULIA WILLIAMS    (d. 1873)

From the Files of the Pilot - Forty-Four Years Ago - 1873
DIED
Williams - In this city, at the residence of John G. Bacon, July 23rd of cholera 
infantum, Julia F., only child of F. P. and Julia F. Williams, aged eight months 
and twenty-four days.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs, July 26, 1917


JULIA JONES WILLIAMS    (d. 1919)

Mrs. Julia Williams died suddenly Wednesday evening of last week 
shortly after returning from an auto ride with her daughter, Mrs. 
Emil Krainik. The deceased was born in Troy, New York, sixty-six 
years ago and came to this city with her parents when but a child. 
The family came west with the Platts and a number of other families 
that came west to make their home. On August 26, 1869 she was married 
to Capt. Francis P. Williams and the family always made their home 
here. Six children were born to the couple, three of whom died in 
infancy. Her husband died about twenty years ago. For the past several 
years, Mrs. Williams has been living at 727 North Sixth Street where 
the daughter, Mrs. Emil Krainik also made her home. The two sons, 
Farrand and George, both of Milwaukee and one daughter, Mrs. Emil 
Krainik survive. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon from the 
home. Interment was in Evergreen Cemetery, Rev. M. X. Axtell 
officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 30, 1919
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[bur. 10-25-1919/cause: apoplexy/bur. on Christ Rehbein lot]


MARGARET WILLIAMS

Mrs. Joseph S. Williams, 71 (above) of 704 Hamilton St., Manitowoc, lifelong 
county resident and active in Catholic church circles for many years, died 
Wednesday evening at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a six 
months illness.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Mittnacht Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Donald Rose will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
She was born Margaret Pellett in 1882 at Larrabee, daughter of the late Mr. 
and Mrs. Walter Pallett. Her father was a former sheriff. Shortly after her 
birth the family moved to Manitowoc. She was married in 1906 to Joseph S. 
Williams, manager and operator of the Williams House, an early day hotel in 
Manitowoc, at the present site of the Kresge store.
Mrs. Williams was the first president of the Eagles auxiliary, past president 
of the St. Ann CMA Society of St. Boniface congregation, past president of the 
Women's Relief Corps and correspondent of the corps at her death, and organizer 
of the Manitowoc Maryknoll Missionary Society.
Survivors are her husband, who is at present a patient at the Hoy Family Hospital; 
daughter, Mrs. Albert H. Syr of Manitowoc; and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home, where the rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. 
Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 27, 1953  P. 17 
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[d. 11-25-1953/age 71 yrs.]


SAMUEL WILLIAMS

Items From The Pilot Files - Fifty Years Ago (1861)
DEATH OF AN OLD CITIZEN. - Many of our readers will regret to learn of the 
death of Mr. Samuel Williams, proprietor of the Williams House, in this village. 
He died at Indianola, Texas, on the first of July last, whither he had gone to 
recruit a constitution long suffering disease. He was an enterprising and public 
spirited citizen, whose loss will be felt in our midst.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, August 31, 1911  pg. 1
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DIED.
At Indianola, Texas, on the 1 st ult., Samuel Williams, age 51 years.
Mr. Williams was one of our oldest and most esteemed citizens. He was the 
proprietor of the William's House, in this Village, and ever had a reputation 
for strict integrity, gentlemanly courtesy, and close attention to business. 
Of late years, ill health had impaired his strength, and interfered with the 
activity and energy which would in his case, joined as it was with scrupulous 
honesty of purpose, have given him a high position among his fellow men.
He was compelled last fall, by failing health to visit a warmer climate, and 
after a short stay in San Antonia (sic), he went to Indianola, where he died 
as above state.-His faithful and devoted wife accompanied him on his long and 
weary journeying in search of his lost health, and her presence soothed his 
anguish, and cheered his last moments. She has returned to this place, and her 
claims for the sympathy of the community will not be disregarded, for the 
deceased was respected most by them who knew him best.
Manitowoc Daily Tribune, Friday, August 23, 1861 P. 3
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Samuel Williams, owner of the Williams House died. Extensive bio is included.
Manitowoc Herald, 29 Aug 1861


ARTHUR WILLIAMSEN

DIED - 
Died on the 17th inst., at the residence of his father, in Two Creeks, of 
Consumption, Arthur Williamson Jr.(sic), son of Arthur Williamson.
The remains were brought to this City and buried by the side of his sister, 
last Sunday. The funeral services were performed by Rev. Mr. Stevens, and 
were quite numerously attended by the friends of the deceased. During his 
long illness, and in death, peace was with him.
"Be ye also ready."
Manitowoc Tribune  Thursday, June 23, 1870  pg. 1


ANNABELL WILLIAMSON

Mrs. Kenneth (Annabell) Williamson, 68, of 4926 Morgan Dr., Manitowoc, died 
Thursday morning, March 10, at Holy Family Hospital.
A memorial service will be 1 p.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. William Plank will officiate. The cremated cremains will be buried at 
a later date at Rochester, Minn.
Mrs. Williamson, nee Annabell Ranney, was born July 22, 1914, at Chicago, Ill., 
daughter of the late Dr. Thomas and Bertha Kuehn Ranney. She moved with her 
parents as a child to Aberdeen, S.D., where she attended public school and was 
graduated from Aberdeen High School. She was married to Kenneth Williamson 
Sept. 14, 1936, at Aberdeen. The couple moved to Manitowoc in 1964, and have 
resided here since. She was a member of American University Women's Club and 
was very active at Manitowoc Y.M.C.A.
Survivors include her husband, Kenneth, a son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Kenneth 
and Martha Williamson of Rochester, Minn.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Lynn 
and Dr. Paul Diddier of Rochester and Kathryn and Michael Harvey of Plymouth, 
Wis.; a brother and sister-in-law, Paul and Betty Ranney of Rapid City, SD.; a 
sister and brother-in-law, Josephine and Milton Beitel of Casper, Wyo.; a sister-
in-law and brother-in-law, Mrs. Gladys Williamson of Lakewood, Ohio, and five 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from noon Saturday until the time of 
service at 1 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 10, 1983  P. 3
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[d. 10 Mar 1983/age 68 yrs/cremains]


ARTHUR WILLIAMSON

Otto Williamson(sic), an old and well-known resident of the town of 
Two Creeks was buried in Manitowoc last Sunday.
The Manitowoc County Chronicle, Tuesday April 6, 1886
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[burial register has buried Ardur Williamson Age 73, $3]


BILL WILLIAMSON

Williamson, 83, Veteran Lakes Skipper, Dead
Capt. William Williamson, 83, of 710 N. Fifth St., who at 18 was captain of his 
own sailing vessel on Lake Michigan, died Monday night at Memorial Hospital, 
where he had been a patient eight days. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Frist(sic) Lutheran 
Church, with the Rev. Roland Schwandt officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemtery(sic).
Captain Williamson sailed Lake Michigan for 45 years first as skipper of sailing 
craft and in later years as master of the White Swan, a motor ship carrying 
flour for the Oriental Mills. 
He was born in Chicago Nov. 7, 1872, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Richard 
Williamson. In 1878 the family moved to Manitowoc. As a boy he shipped out of 
here on the sidewheeler City of Milwaukee but the press of canvas called him and 
at 18 was at the wheel of his own schooner, the Oscar Shaw. 
Among other vessels which he skippered were the Emma Nielson, Augustus, Iris, 
Little Norma, Jesse Martin and Oscar Newhouse. 
In 1922 he supervised construction of the White Swan at the Burger yards and 
became master of the motor ship which carried flour from the Orinetal(sic) Mills 
to Lake Michigan ports. He was president of the Oriental Mills Transit Co. 
Swan. He retired from active sailing in 1943. 
He joined the Chickerming lodge of Odd Fellows in 1899 and was a past grand of 
the lodge, after serving in other chair offices of the lodge. In 1954 he was 
honored by the lodge at a ceremony at which his son, Vernon, and grandson, 
William, Jr., also lodge members, joined. He was also a member of the First 
Lutheran Church. 
He married Miss Fredericka Kuene at Marinette Aug. 22, 1895 and they located in 
Manitowoc. His wife died in 1945. 
Surviving are two sons, Vernon W. and Alfred R. of Manitowoc; three daughters, 
Mrs. Florence Rudie of Manitowoc and Mrs. Howard Krauss and Mrs. Alfred Wanke 
of Sturgeon Bay; ten grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the Frazier Mortuary after 2 p.m. Wednesday. The casket will 
be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Thursday to lie in state until the hour of 
services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 9, 1955 p.2
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[William L. Capt./d. 08-08-1955/age 82 yrs./cause: pneumonia]
********
(The following obituary is for his son)
Alfred (Bud) Williamson, 66, of 718 N. Fifth St., Manitowoc, died Saturday in 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Masonic funeral services will be at 1:30 pm 
Tuesday in Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, conducted by Kenneth Hendricks, 
P.W.M., representing the Masonic Lodge, and the Rev. Richard E. Lind will 
officiate at a committal service. Cremation will follow.
Mr. Williamson was born June 11, 1912 in Manitowoc, son of the late Capt. 
William and Fredricka Keune Williamson. He attended Manitowoc Public Schools 
and was graduated from Lincoln High School in 1932. He married Julie Janecek 
July 1, 1961 in Manistique, Mich. At the time of his retirement he was chief 
engineer on the tug, William W. Lydon, a Great Lakes dredge and dock company 
vessel. He also had been an engineer on the M.V. White Swan, M.V. North Shore, 
M.V. Daniel McCool, M.V. Highway 16, was chief engineer on the tug, Welcome 
and served as oiler on the M.V. Daniel McCool, S.S. William A. Reiss and S.S. 
Otto M. Reiss.
Mr. Williamson was a member of Manitowoc Masonic Lodge No. 18 F & AM, Manitowoc, 
Commendery No. 45, Knights Templar, Manitowoc Chapter No. 16 R & AM, Manitowoc 
Lodge No. 065 F & AM, Manitowoc County Historial Society, AARP, National Retired 
Teachers Association and Licensed Tugmen Protective Association. He was also a 
25 years affiliated member of Royal Arch Masons and a life member of Manitowoc 
Submarine Memorial Association.
Survivors include his wife, Julie, his father-in-law, Frank Janecek of Milwaukee; 
three sisters, Mrs. Florence Rudy of Manitowoc, Mrs. Howard (Alice) Krauss and 
Mrs. Alfred (Dolly) Wanke of Sturgeon Bay and other relatives. A brother, Capt. 
Vern Williamson preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Parkside Funeral Home, 5 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Monday 
afternoon. Memorials may be made to Memorial Hospital Auxiliary or Masonic Lodge.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, Aug. 7, 1978 page 3 


CHARLES O. WILLIAMSON

Charles O. Williamson, age 81, formerly of Torrison Drive, Manitowoc, died 
Tuesday May 7, 1996, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center.
Private Family Funeral Services will be held at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Charles was born February 26, 1915, at Alexandria, Ind., son of the late Charles 
and Lydia Stogsdall Williamson. He was employed at Bucyrus-Erie Company, Milwaukee, 
for many years retiring in 1972. He was married to Mildred M. Hansen April 16, 
1935, at Dubuque, Iowa. They celebrated 56 years of marriage together. Mildred 
preceded him in death April 21, 1991. He was a former member and past president 
of the F.O. (sic) Eagles of South Milwaukee and member of the F.O.E. Manitowoc 
Aerie #706. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the Army. Charles enjoyed 
hunting and fishing. 
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Reta Anne and Donald C. Meissner, 
Manitowoc; a granddaughter, Deborah Anne Watts, Milwaukee; three great-grandsons, 
Alex B. Reno, Michael and Christopher Reno, Port Washington. He is further survived 
by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by 
brothers and sisters.
Reinbold and Pfeffer Family Funeral Services, Manitowoc, is serving the family.
Special thanks to Drs. Govier, Herring, and Hoftiezer, and the caring and loving 
staff at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center and the Manitowoc Clinic.
Herald Times Reporter, May 8, 1996 P. A2
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[cremains/widower of Mildred Williamson/bur. on Mrs. Ward Gagner lot]


CLARA WILLIAMS

DIED:
Mrs. George Williams, formerly a resident of this city, died at Chicago on 
Wednesday night, last week. The deceased, whose maiden name was Miss 
Clara Slaverson, was a daughter of Captain Salverson of this city. She was a 
resident of this city up to the time of her marriage which took place in 1903. 
The decedent was about twenty-five years of age at the time of her death. 
She is survived by her husband, one son, her aged father, three brothers 
and one sister.
The remains were brought here for interment Saturday afternoon. The 
funeral was held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the First Norwegian 
church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 28, 1907 pg. 1


CLAYTON FRANK WILLIAMSON

Clayton F. Williamson, age 85, a resident of Sunny Ridge Nursing Home, Sheboygan, 
died Sunday morning, Oct. 12, 2003, at the nursing home.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, 2003, at The Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Roberta 
Thomson with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside Military 
rites will be accorded by American Legion Drews Bleser Post #88.
He was born Jan. 16, 1918, in Two Rivers, son of the late Claude and Martha Tomchek 
Williamson. Clayton was a graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers. He served 
in the United States Army during World War II from 1941 to 1945. He took part in 
the Battle of the Bulge, the African Conflict and several other campaigns. In June 
1947, he married the former Evelyn Pribek in Manitowoc. Clayton was a machinist at 
Manitowoc Engineering Co. and Kohler General, retiring in 1983.
Survivors include his wife: Evelyn Williamson, Sheboygan; two stepbrothers and 
stepsisters-in-law: Arthur and Adeline Heinkel, Pulaski; Howard and Cleta Heinkel, 
Oregon; a stepsister: Deanna Hunter, Oregon; two sisters-in-law: Olive Herman and 
her husband, Roland, Sheboygan; Lucille Williquette, Milwaukee; three brothers-in-
law: Vernon Pribek and his wife, Sophie, Manitowoc; Gordon Pribek and his wife, 
Roberta, Sheboygan Falls; and Ervin Pribek, Manitowoc. 
Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded 
in death by three brothers-in-law: Harry Pribek, Richard Pribek and Patrick 
Williquette.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation 
Care Center, Manitowoc, from 11 a.m. Thursday until the time of service at 1 p.m.
Clayton was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed watching football, especially the Green 
Bay Packers.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 14, 2003 p.A3


DICKIE WILLIAMSON

Richard Peter Williamson, aged 2 years and 9 months; son of Mr. and Mrs. Vernon 
Williamson, 416 St. Clair street, died Sunday afternoon at the isolation hospital. 
Doctor attributed his death to spinal meningitis. The child was buried late 
Sunday afternoon.
Richard was born June 13, 1931. He was taken ill last Monday and went into a 
coma, remaining unconscious until his death.
Survivors, besides the parents, are a brother, Billy, aged 10; three sisters, 
Margaret, aged 8, Barbara, aged 5, and Carol, aged 1 year; and his grandparents, 
Captain and Mrs. William Williamson.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 19, 1934  P. 2 
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[Richard Peter/bur. 3-18-1934/cause: cerebral meningitis/bur. on W.L. Williamson lot]


EVELYN WILLIAMSON   (d. 1896)

Death on Sun. of the 4-mo. old child of Wm. Williamson. 
The burial took place Mon. at the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 13 Aug. 1896 
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Williamson
birth: 1896 Manitowoc
death: 9 August 1896 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: William Williamson
mother: Kueue
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[Burial register has Evlan Williamson, female, 3m 3d, born in Manitowoc, 
cause of death:  cholera infantum]


EVELYN E. WILLIAMSON    (d. 2012)

Evelyn E. Williamson, age 90, a Sheboygan resident, died Friday evening, 
January 27, 2012 at St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan. 
She was born on June 23, 1921 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and 
Libbie (Hoffman) Pribek. Evelyn attended school in Lena. In June 1947 she 
married Clayton F. Williamson in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on 
October 12, 2003. Evelyn was employed at Mirro Aluminum Company of Manitowoc 
and later as a domestic care worker in Sheboygan. She loved her family and 
was a determined and strong willed person. Evelyn also enjoyed playing bingo. 
Survivors include a brother, Gordon Pribek, Sheboygan Falls; two sisters, 
Olive Herman, Sheboygan, Lucille Williquette, Milwaukee; two nieces; five 
nephews; two grand nieces; six grand nephews, and other relatives and friends 
also survive. She was also preceded in death by four brothers and three 
sisters-in-law, Harry Pribek, Ervin and Alice Pribek, Vernon and Sophie Pribek, 
Richard and Delores Pribek; two brothers-in-law, Roland Herman, Patrick 
Williquette and a sister-in-law: Roberta Pribek. 
A Committal Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Committal Service will be 
Deacon Alan Boeldt. A memorial visitation will be held at a later date. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements. 
Evelyn's family would like to thank her close bingo friends for watching over 
her and keeping an eye on her while on their bingo trip.
Herald Times Reporter, February 1, 2012


JUDY WILLIAMSON

6-Year Old Girl Dies Suddenly of Polio Attack Early Sunday 
Judith Williamson is County's 2nd victim 
Poliomyelitis claimed its second victim of Manitowoc county when Judith Irene 
Williamson, 6-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Williamson, 416 St. Clair 
street, died suddenly of the disease at 3 a.m. Sunday. The first case was a 22-
year-old woman at Newton a week ago. Health authorities reported that the child 
apparently was in good health and complained only of a slight stomach ache during 
the evening. Later, she fell asleep and died before a physician could be summoned. 
Private funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at the First Lutheran church 
with the Rev. C. L. Hinderlie officiating. Burial was in Evergreen cemetery.
Born in Manitowoc in 1940, Judith is survived by her parents; two brothers, Billy 
of Chicago and Tom at home; three sisters, Margaret, Barbara and Carol at home…
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 3, 1946  P. 1
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[Judith Irene/d. 09-01-1946/age 6 yrs/bur. on W.L. Williamson lot]


JULIA WILLIAMSON

Mrs. Julia I. Williamson, 91, formerly of 1433 N. 6th Street, Manitowoc, died 
Sunday evening, February 12, 1989 at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 1 pm Thursday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Stanley Browne will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Williamson was born June 6, 1897 at Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, daughter of the 
late Peter and Margaret Whalen McCabe. She attended schools in Milwaukee and 
later graduated from Spencerian School of Business in Milwaukee. She married 
Captain Vernon Williamson on August 16, 1923 at Manitowoc and the couple resided 
here. Mrs. Williamson was a secretary and worked at Dun and Bradstreet.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Billie E. and Elaine Williamson 
and Tom and Arlene Williamson of Manitowoc; three daughters and a son-in-law, 
Margaret and Eugene Haver of Manitowoc, Barbara DuChateau of Green Bay and Carole 
Holmes of Kissimmee, Florida; a sister, Margaret Dittmann of Oconto, Wisconsin; 
18 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her 
husband, a son and a daughter.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, 4 pm to 8 pm Wednesday and from 9 am 
Thursday to the time of services; Prayer service at 7 pm Wednesday. Memorials 
may be made to the donor's choice.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Feb. 14, 1989 B8
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[d. 02-12-1989/age 91 yrs./widow of Vernon W. Williamson]


KENNETH RAYMOND WILLIAMSON

Kenneth Raymond Williamson, age 88, a Manitowoc resident, died Saturday, November 9, 
2002 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
A private family graveside service will be held at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. A 
memorial service is planned for a later date.
Mr. Williamson was born on June 14, 1914 in Aberdeen, S.D., son of the late Raymond 
and Mary Ellen "Mae" Madden Williamson. He attended Iowa State in Ames, Iowa, on a 
football scholarship, and was a member of SAE fraternity. On September 14, 1936 he 
married the former Annabell Ranney in Aberdeen, S.D. She preceded him in death 
March 10, 1983.
Mr. Williamson was a store manager at Sears & Roebuck in Rochester, MN nine years 
before arriving in Manitowoc in 1965 where he continued his career as a Sears manager 
until early retirement in 1970. He was a member of the Manitowoc YMCA, past member of 
Rotary Club, Chamber of Commerce and Branch River Country Club. An avid sportsman, he 
enjoyed fishing, hunting and golfing.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Kenneth and Martha Williamson, 
Rochester, MN; two daughters and sons-in-law, Lynn and Dr. E. Paul Didier, Rochester, 
MN, Kathryn and Michael Harvey, Plymouth, WI; five grandchildren and three great 
grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A brother, Bernard and a 
sister, Marian Wagner preceded him in death.
The family requests no flowers and prefers memorials to the Manitowoc YMCA or the 
Rochester Area Foundation.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the Williamson 
family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 11, 2002  P. A3


MILDRED M. WILLIAMSON

Mrs. Charles O. (Mildred M.) Williamson, 80, of 1606 Torrison Drive, Manitowoc, 
died Sunday, April 21, 1991, at Park Lawn Home.
Private family funeral services were held this Tuesday afternoon from Reinbold, 
Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home. Rev. Leo J. Schmitt officiated. Burial 
of her ashes will be at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born December 15, 1910, in Port Washington, Wis., daughter of the late 
Michael and Florence Tripp Hansen. She grew up and was educated in Port Washington. 
She married Charles O. Williamson on April 16, 1935, at Dubuque, Iowa. The couple 
celebrated 56 years together. She was a charter member of VFW Auxiliary Otto Oas 
Post No.. 659, past president of the F.O. Eagles Auxiliary at South Milwaukee 
and member of F.O. Eagles Auxiliary Manitowoc Aerie No. 706. Mildred enjoyed 
gardening and her family.
Survivors include her husband, Charles O. Williamson of Manitowoc; a daughter and 
son-in-law, Reta Anne and Donald C. Meissner of Manitowoc; grandchildren, Deborah 
Anne and Leland Reno of Milwaukee; three great grandsons, Alex B. Reno, Michael 
Reno, Christopher Reno, all of Milwaukee; two sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and 
other relatives and friends survive. She was preceded in death by two brothers 
and five sisters.
Herald Times Reporter, April 23, 1991 P. B6
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[cremains/wife of Charles O. Williamson/bur. on Mrs. Ward Gagner lot]


RICKIE WILLIAMSON

Mrs. Fredericka Williamson, 66 (photo), wife of Captain William Williamson, 
and active for years in lodge and church circles, died early today at the 
home, 718 North Fifth street. She suffered a stroke a week ago.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the First Lutheran church, 
the Rev. Carroll Luther Hinderlie officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Until stricken last week Mrs. Williamson had enjoyed excellent health. She 
and her husband observed their golden wedding anniversary last August at 
their home here.
Mrs. Williamson, nee Keune, was native of Mishicot, being born there in 1879, 
the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Keune. Her father was one of the first 
millwrights in that region. She was married to Captain Williamson at Marinette 
in 1895 and they immediately came to this city to make their home. Captain 
Williamson was active on lake craft out of Manitowoc and other ports out of 
Manitowoc and other ports for years, until his retirement nearly two years ago.
Mrs. Williamson was a member of the Rebekah lodge of which she was a past noble 
grand, past assembly inner guardian of the state organization and held the 
office of warden of District 14 of the Rebekahs at her death. She was a member 
of the Past Noble Grand club of the city and a member and past president of the 
Women's Relief corps. She was also a member of the First Lutheran church.
Survivors are the husband; three daughters, Mrs. Oscar Rudie of this city, Mrs. 
Howard Krauss and Mrs. Alfred Wanke of Sawyer, Wis.; two sons, Vernon and Alfred 
of this city; three sisters, Mrs. Henry Erfurth, Mrs. Edward Warren and Mrs. 
A.A. Cozey of this city; 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
The body may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary after 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. It 
will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Friday to lie in state until the hour 
of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 18, 1945  P. 2
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[Fredericka/d. 12-18-1945/age 66 yrs./bur. on W.L. Williamson lot]


VERNON W. WILLIAMSON

Funeral services for Capt. Vernon W. Williamson, 61, of 942A N. 15th St., 
Manitowoc, who died Thursday morning at Marine Hospital, Chicago, following 
an extended illness, will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at First Lutheran Church Chapel, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Paul Running officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Capt. Williamson was born Aug. 29, 1900, at Manitowoc, son of the late Capt. 
William and Fredricka Keune Williamson. He attended Manitowoc Public schools 
and married Julia McCabe Aug. 16, 1923, at Manitowoc. The couple made its home 
in the city.
At the age of 14, Captain Williamson began serving aboard schooners with his 
father. During World War I he was a Merchant Marine and sailed in Barbados, 
West Indies and Cuban waters. For many years he was an engineer on the White 
Swan, which was captained by his father. He sailed for the Ann Arbor Co. for 
26 years and was captain on No. 5 Car Ferry from 1959 until he became ill.
Captain Williamson was a member of First Lutheran Church and Odd Fellows Lodge 
No. 55 of Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, two sons, Billie and Thomas of Manitowoc, three 
daughters, Mrs. Eugene Haver of Manitowoc, Mrs. Clifford DuChateau of Green Bay 
and Mrs. Wilbur Holmes of Marquette Mich.; three sisters, Mrs. Florence Rudie of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. Alfred Wanke and Mrs. Howard Krauss of Sturgeon Bay; a brother, 
Alfred of Soo, Mich.; and 16 grandchildren. A son and a daughter preceded him in 
death. 
Friends may call after 4 o'clock this Friday afternoon at Jens Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, until 10:30 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the hour of service. Odd Fellows Lodge No. 
55 memorial services will be at 7:30 o'clock this Friday evening at the funeral 
home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 13, 1962  P. 19 
*******
[d. 07-12-1962 at Chicago IL/age 61 yrs.]


CHRISTINE R. WILLIQUETTE

Christine R. Williquette, age 78, of 1631 Iris Drive, Manitowoc, died on 
Thursday evening, March 11, 2010, at Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center, 
Manitowoc.
She was born on Sept. 25, 1931, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Ivan and 
Josephine (Ducat) Wilson. Christine was a graduate of Two Rivers High School, 
class of 1949. She was employed at Paragon & Mirro for many years. On Aug. 6, 
1949, she married Robert Williquette at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
He preceded her in death on July 7, 1988. Christine enjoyed bowling, watching 
Brett Favre and attending her grandchildren's sporting events.
Survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law: Cynthia and Clyde Satori, Theresa 
Williquette; six sons and four daughters-in-law: John and Carol Williquette, Bruce 
Williquette, Francis and Jackie Williquette, Paul and Linda Williquette, Lyle Williquette, 
and Charles and Christine Williquette, all of Manitowoc; twelve grandchildren; nine 
great-grandchildren; one sister and brother-in-law: Yvonne and Larry Wetenkamp, 
Two Rivers; one brother and sister-in-law: Lyle and Bonnie Wilson, Manitowoc; and 
brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Donna and Russ Erdmann, Two Rivers, and Allen 
and Joanne Williquette, Oconto. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also 
survive. She was also preceded in death by a son: Scott Williquette in 2006; a 
daughter-in-law: Karen Williquette; and her mother-in-law and father-in-law: Julia 
and Clarence Williquette.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at The Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Alan Boeldt 
with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 15, 2010. Friends may also call Tuesday morning at 
the funeral home from 9 until 10:45 a.m.
The family wishes to send a thank you to Holy Family Memorial Medical Center and 
the Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center for their kind and compassionate care 
given to Mom and her family.
Herald Times Reporter, March 13, 2010


KAREN R. WILLIQUETTE

Karen (Winkel) Williquette, 35, of 523 N. 5th Street, Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
morning, June 2, 1992, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 a.m. 
at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Presiding the Mass of Chrisitan Burial 
will be Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M. with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
She was born October 16, 1956, in Chilton, Wis., daughter of Bernice Spice Winkel 
and the late Arthur Winkel. She married Bruce Williquette on October 13, 1963, 
in Manitowoc, Wis. Karen graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 
1974.
Survivors include her husband, Bruce Williquette of Manitowoc; two sons, Timothy 
Winkel and Peter Williquette, both at home; a daughter, Debra Williquette at home; 
her mother, Bernice Winkel of Manitowoc; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Jim 
and Violet Winkel of Illinois, Joe and Joan Winkel of Manitowoc, Mike and Shelly 
Winkel of Francis Creek; seven sisters and three brothers-in-law, Eva and Dave 
Matties of Manitowoc, Pat Gesnska of Manitowoc, Mary Hardrath of Manitowoc, Marge 
and Russell Holdrof of Fond du Lac, Christine Cerkas of Manitowoc, Kathleen Luecke 
of Manitowoc, Alice and Bill Mohr of Mishicot; her mother-in-law, Mrs. Robert 
(Christine) Williquette of Manitowoc; 38 nieces and nephews; 12 grand nieces and 
nephews; other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by 
her father, Arthur; a brother, Arthur Jr.; her father-in-law, Robert Williquette.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday evening. 
Prayer Service will be held at 8:30 p.m. by Father Roman.
Herald Times Reporter, June 3, 1992 P. A2


ROBERT F. WILLIQUETTE

Robert Francis Williquette, 58, of 1631 Iris Drive, Manitowoc, died Thursday 
evening, July 7, 1988 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 10 am Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home. Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will officiate. 
Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Williquette was born December 6, 1929 at Two Rivers, Wisconsin, son of the 
late Clarence and Julia LaFave Williquette. He attended the Two Rivers schools 
and was a 1949 graduate of Washington High School.  He married the former 
Christine Wilson on August 6, 1949 at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. 
Prior to his retirement due to illness, Mr. Williquette had been employed at 
Manitowoc Company as a Machine Operator.
Survivors include his wife, Christine; seven sons and five daughters-in-law, John 
and Susan, Scott and Judy, Bruce and Karen, Francis and Jackie, Paul and Becky, 
Lyle and Charles, all of Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, Cynthia and Clyde 
Satori and Theresa Williquette, all of Manitowoc; a brother, Allen Williquette of 
Oconto; a sister, Mrs. Russell (Donna) Erdmann of Two rivers and 10 grandchildren 
also survive.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 8 pm Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., July 8, 1988 page 16


SCOTT ROBERT WILLIQUETTE

Scott R. Williquette, age 54, of 1516 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
Dec. 16, 2006, unexpectedly at his residence. 
Scott was born on May 19, 1952, in Two Rivers, son of Christine (Wilson) and 
the late Robert Williquette. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War, 
stationed in Korea. On July 23, 1977, Scott married the former Judith Mott in 
Two Rivers. He was formerly employed with Formrite in Two Rivers and currently 
employed with Todd's Cleaning Service in Kiel. He was a NASCAR fan and a Jeff 
Gordon fan. Scott enjoyed hunting, fishing, and especially his granddaughter. 
Survivors include his mother: Christine Williquette, Manitowoc; two sons: Kevin 
Williquette, and Jamie Williquette, both of Manitowoc; one granddaughter: Leone 
Williquette; his sons' mother: Judith Bersch, Sheboygan; two sisters and one 
brother-in-law: Cynthia and Clyde Satori, Manitowoc; Theresa Williquette, 
Manitowoc; six brothers and three sisters-in-law: John and Carol Williquette, 
Bruce Williquette, Francis and Jacqueline Williquette, Paul (fiancee Linda Artz) 
Williquette, Lyle Williquette, Charles and Christine Williquette, all of 
Manitowoc; his godchildren: Jason (Kristie) Winkel, Brillion; Debbie Williquette, 
Appleton; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends also survive, 
including his extended family: the Motts and Winkels. Scott was also preceded 
in death by his father: Robert Williquette; one sister-in-law: Karen Williquette; 
his paternal grandparents: Clarence and Julia Williquette; and his maternal 
grandparents; Ivan and Josephine Wilson. 
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2006, at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Al 
Boeldt, with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside 
rites will be accorded by the VFW-Otto Oas Post 659. 
The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2006, at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 until 8 p.m. and also on Thursday morning 
from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 10 a.m. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 2006


FRANK WILLIS

Death in St. Mary's Hospital here yesterday morning, after a long illness, 
of Frank Wills(sic). As a baby he was saved from the steamship "Niagara" when 
it burned near Sheboygan. Both his parents were lost along with most of 
the other passengers, and no one knew who he was so he was given a new 
name, that of Frank Wills. He lived here for many years but for the last 
three was a patient in the above named hospital at city expense. The 
deceased must have been over 60 years old.
Der Nord Westen, 23 Jan. 1908 
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The burial of the late Frank Willis will be held at Evergreen cemetery tomorrow 
morning at 10 o'clock. Relatives from abroad will reach the city on the 9:37 
C. & N.W. train from the south and the party will proceed at once to Evergreen 
where the remains are now in the vault.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, January 24, 1908  P. 2
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LIFE MYSTERY CLOSED
Frank Willis Dies Without Solving Mystery of Family
Saved as a babe from the wreck of the steamer, Niagara, which was lost off Port 
Washington in the early 40's, and his life a mystery that had never been solved, 
Frank Willis who had resided here since childhood died Wednesday at St. Mary's 
hospital, aged 65. Willis was saved from the wreck by a negro deck hand who 
reached shore, with the babe, on a gang plank of the vessel. A locket bearing 
initials, "F.W." about the babe's neck gave the child its name when he was reared 
by strangers. Willis was for years employed by the Smalley Mfg. Co. and for three 
years had been invalid from rheumatism. The burial will be held from St. Mary's 
hospital. A wife from whom he had separated survives.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thurs., Jan. 23, 1908
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[cause: toles dorsolis]
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News article;
THURSDAY DATE OF GREAT WRECK
Str. Niagara With 50 or More Lives Lost; Fifty Years Ago this Week
Thursday, September 27, was the anniversary date of one of the greatest disasters 
known to Lake Michigan, the loss of the steamer Niagara which burned off Port 
Washington September 27, 1856, fifty years ago, with fifty or more lives lost, 
the exact number never having become known. Frank Willis, of this city, is a 
survivor of the disaster, having been picked up after drifting for hours on a 
gangplank of the steamer on which he had been placed. Willis' parents, who were 
passengers on the boat were lost.
Local interest in the anniversary date is further quickened by the fact that Capt. 
Sweeney of this city, who in that day commanded the steamer, Traveller, attempted 
the rescue of the passengers and crew of the ill-fated steamer and succeeded in 
saving a few. The Traveller, then engaged in carrying wood, was at Port Ulao to 
take on a cargo and sighted the wreck and put off to the rescue. It was impossible 
to do anything to save the burning boat though a line was attached in an endeavor 
to tow the vessel to shore, but the line was burned and the boat sunk. Twenty-five 
or thirty of the passengers and crew were taken aboard the Traveller and saved. It 
is reported that John B. Macy of Fond du lac, a passenger, jumped from the burning 
boat into a life boat which was pulled from the wreck, capsized it with the result 
that he himself with the party in the boat, lost their lives.
The Niagara was in service between Collingwood, Canada and Chicago and left Sheboygan 
at 2 on the afternoon of Wednesday, Sept. 27, 1856 enroute to the latter city. 
Passengers and crew aboard numbered, it is estimated, 100 or more and but thirty were 
saved. Frank Willis, then a boy, was enroute from Collingwood to Chicago with his 
parents and was picked up with another of the boat's passengers after drifting on the 
lake on a plank. The boy had a locket, inscribed with the name Frank Willites and this 
is his right name. Willis located relatives residing near Fond du Lac after he attained 
his manhood but has always continued his residence here. The Niagara was a Canadian 
Steamer.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., Sept. 28, 1906
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Marriage of Frank/Georgia Willis
Married at the residence of the bride, on Saturday morning, Oct.30, by T.G. Olmstead, 
County Judge, Mr. F.W. Willis and Miss Georgia Toombs. The printers were remembered 
and join us in the wish that their future may be as happy as the wedding cake was 
delicious.
Manitowoc Tribune, Thurs., Nov. 4, 1875
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The adopted child of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Willis died last week.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, June 24, 1880
(From 1880 census Manitowoc 2nd Ward taken June 3, 1880: 
Frank Willis age 39; Georgiana age 34; Willie adopted son 2/12 mo./
There is an unk. child buried June 8, 1880 in section L who may be 
this child. See list of unk. children listed under CHILD)


GEORGIA L. WILLIS

Mrs. Frank Willis, an old resident of this city, died Saturday at the home of 
E. C. Hollenbeck, New York Avenue, aged 72 years. She was the daughter of the 
late J.W. Toombs, for years an agent of the Goodrich Company here. No relatives, 
except one grandson, who lives in Chicago, survives her. The funeral was held 
Monday afternoon. Interment was in Evergreen Cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 28, 1918
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[cause: gall stones]
(Georgiana Willis/d. 23 Feb. 1918/age 72 yrs./from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
*******
Marriage of Frank/Georgia Willis
Married at the residence of the bride, on Saturday morning, Oct.30, by T.G. Olmstead, 
County Judge, Mr. F.W. Willis and Miss Georgia Toombs. The printers were remembered 
and join us in the wish that their future may be as happy as the wedding cake was 
delicious.
Manitowoc Tribune, Thurs., Nov. 4, 1875


MALCOLM WILLIS

A child of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Willis of this city died of membraneous 
croup on Thursday morning last.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 19, 1891  P. 3


CARL S. WILLMAN

Carl S. Willman Sr., 72, 0f 400 Monroe Plaza, Green Bay, a former Manitowoc
resident, died Saturday at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesdy at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc.
The Rev. John Gallagher will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery,
Manitowoc.
Mr. Willman was bron Aug. 23, 1904, at Milwaukee, son of the late John and
Christina Qualmann Willman.
Survivors include five sons, Carl Jr., of Rt. 2, Cato, and Jack, Thomas,
James and Michael, of Manitowoc; three daughters, Mrs. Earl (Shirley)
Swokowski, of West Allis; Mrs. Charles (Mary Jane) Borham, of Mundelein, Ill.,
and Mrs. Richard (Ann) Schleis, of Germantown, Wis., 39 grandchildren and
two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 6 to 9 o'clock this Monday
evening and Tuesday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, May 10, 1976  p.3
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REPORT OF THE COUNTY JUDGE ON PATIENTS COMMITTED TO WISCONSIN GENERAL HOSPITAL FOR
TREATMENT
TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, WISCONSIN
Gentlemen:
In accordance with the duties which are provided for in the Statutes, I beg leave to
submit my report of all proceedings and hearings relative to patients committed to
the Wisconsin General Hospital for treatment since the filing of my last report up to 
and including January 1, 1937.
Edward S. Schmitz, County Judge
Carl Willman, resident of the City of Manitowoc. Committed to Wisconsin General
Hospital on the 31st day of July, 1936. Examining physician, Dr. R.G. Strong.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 31, 1937  p.17, 18
********
(Note: They sent seriously ill people here to be treated. The hospital was in
Madison)
[d. 05-08-1976 at Green Bay WI/age 72 yrs./bur. on Ernst Neumann lot]


EARL WILLMANN

LOCAL BOY IN NAVY DIES AT SAN DIEGO, CAL.
Messages received by Mrs. Ernest Neumann, South Twenty-third street, mother 
of the young man, brought tidings of the death in the naval hospital at San 
Diego, California of Earl Willman (sic), aged 21 years. No cause or details 
were given in the telegram which stated that the body would be forwarded to 
this city for burial.
Earl Willman has been enlisted in the navy for the past three years. The 
family here had not been advised that he was ill and the message came as a 
shock. 
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 7, 1921  P. 4
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LEGION TO PAY HONOR TO DEAD SAILOR BOY 
The body of Ernst (sic--? Incorrect first name?, father's name is Ernst) 
Willman (sic), who died in the government's marine hospital at San Diego, 
Calif., arrived here this morning and the funeral will be held Friday 
afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home of his mother, Mrs. Neumann, 904 South 
Twenty-third street, the Rev. Paul Schoeppe officiating. Burial will be at 
Evergreen cemetery. The funeral will be under the auspices of the Guy Drews 
American Legion Post and members have been asked to report to attend.
Ernst (sic) Willman (sic) enlisted in the United States navy two years ago 
and had one year to serve on his three year term. Besides his mother he is 
survived by two brothers, Carl and Lester, and one sister, Mrs. Frank Knutsky, 
all of this city.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 12, 1921  P. 4
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ATTENTION, LEGIONAIRES
You are requested to participate in the funeral ceremonies of our late comrade 
in arms, Earl Willman (sic), whose funeral will be held from the home, 904 S. 
23rd St., on Friday, October 14, at 2 p.m. It is especially requested that there 
be a large delegation of former sailors present. Kindly report at the Opheum at 
1:15 sharp in uniform. Edward Meyer, adjutant.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 13, 1921  P. 4
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Manitowoc news:
Mrs. S. Newman (sic), South Twenty-third street, on Thursday received a message 
informing her of the death of her son, Earl Wilsman. Wilsman (sic), 20 years old, 
was with the U.S.S. Kensington, on the Pacific coast. He was in the navy three 
years.
Tri-County Record, Kiel  Thursday, October 13, 1921  pg. 4
********
[Earl Willmann/bur. 10-14-1921/age 20 yrs/cause: septicemia/
bur. on Ernst Neumann lot]
(Earl Willman/d. 6 Oct. 1921/age 21/res. U.S. Navy/cause: blood poisoning/
from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)


OTTO WILLMANN

Otto Willman (sic), who roomed at the Badger Bar, 901 Chicago St., Manitowoc, 
died Monday.
Funeral arrangements will be announced Thursday by Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
home, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 5, 1964 P. 8 
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Funeral services for Otto Willman (sic), 79, of 901 Chicago St., Manitowoc, 
who died Monday, will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery, Manitowoc.
Friends may call after 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 6, 1964  P. 9 
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[d. 8-3-1964/age 79 yrs.]


AGNES WILLOTT

Mrs. Agnes Willott, 81, lifelong resident of the city, died shortly 
before noon today at the home of her son, Joseph, of 410 State street. 
Although she suffered a stroke five years ago she had been able to be 
about the home until November.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m., from the Pfeffer funeral 
home, in charge of the Rev. Victor Nearhoof of the St. Paul's M.E. church. 
Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Willott, nee Agnes McGavin, was born in this city in 1856, a daughter 
of Mr. and Mrs. Robert McGavin. Her father operated a toll road along the 
lake shore, and she assisted her father for a number of years at the toll 
gate at the McGavin home.
In 1878 she was married to William Willott, well known ax manufacturer in 
the city. Mr. Willott died in 1910.
She was a member of the Rebekahs and the Eastern Star.
Survivors are two sons, Joseph, city, and Arthur, Connelley, N.Y.; and three 
grandchildren, (Survivors omitted for privacy.).
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Saturday evening until the 
hour of the services Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, February 25, 1938 P.2
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[bur. 02-28-1938/age 81 yrs./cause: aortic regurgitation senility]


ANNA MONA WILLOTT
 
SLEEP MERGED IN DEATH REST 
Mrs. Jos. Willot, (sic) Sr. Is Called to Eternal Rest at Age of 80 
Nature's sleep was merged into the rest of Death for Mrs. Joseph Willott Sr., 
whose demise early Sunday morning, due to advanced age, removed one of the 
city's oldest residents, Mrs. Willott being past 80 years of age at her death. 
Mrs. Willott had been in feeble health for some time and her death was not 
unexpected. The funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 from the late home, 511? N. 
Fifth street. Friends are requested to omit flowers. 
Mrs. Willott was a native of England, born at Oldburg, Worchestershire and was 
married in 1847 and with her husband came to America in 1867 and in 1872 the 
family removed to Manitowoc where they have since resided. Three daughters and 
three sons blessed the union, all of whom are living, being William, Joseph, 
this city, Samuel of Two Rivers, Mrs. Samuel Bates of Capron, Ill., Mrs. Andrew 
Smith, Appleton, Mrs. Berlin Sniffins, of this city. One sister, Mrs. Rebecca 
Wright, of Baraboo and ten grandchildren and two great grand children also 
survive.
The death of Mrs. Willott brings to a close a life that in its long span of four 
score years has been marked by a kindliness of heart and helpfulness that has 
endeared it to many friends and there will be sincere sorrow to many who knew and 
loved her, in the announcement of her demise. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, September 8, 1908  P. 1
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Death here Sunday morning of Mrs. Joseph Willott, Sr., from old age debility.
She had retired Saturday evening and while still asleep her life slipped away 
Sunday morning. Mrs. Willott was born in England 80 years ago, came to America 
with her family in 1867 and had been a resident of our city since 1872. In 
addition to her sorrowing husband she is survived by 3 sons, 3 daughters, 20 
grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. The funeral was held yesterday 
afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 10 Sept. 1908
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[Anna Mona Willott/bur. 09-09-1908/cause: dropsy]
*******
RECALL EVENT OF 60 YEARS AGO
Bridal Pair of that Day Receive Congratulations of Family and Friends
To have lived and loved for sixty uninterrupted years and now, at the end of 
that time, to be willing and ready to again undergo the trials and tribulations 
of the long journey is the experience of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Willott, who on 
Saturday observed the sixtieth anniversary of the day they were wed and, 
surrounded by their six children, grandchildren and friends at the family home, 
lived in memory the happiness of the long union. The celebration was a family 
reunion, coupled with an informal reception to friends and the worthy couple 
were recipients of congratulations that betoken the esteem and love in which 
they are held.
Mr. and Mrs. Willott, who were married at West Bromwich, England, May 25, 1847, 
were assisted in entertaining on Saturday by their six children, Mrs. Bates, 
Capron, Ill., Mrs. B. Sniffins, this city, Mrs. A. Smith, Appleton, Joseph Jr., 
William of this city and Samuel of Two Rivers. Eight grandchildren, one great 
grandchild were also present. A sister of Mrs. Willcott, Mrs. Rebecca Wright, 
Baraboo and two nephews of the couple were among the out of town guests.
Mr. and Mrs. Willott have been residents here for a long term of years, nearly 
a half century and are universally esteemed. Though time has robbed them of their 
youth, both being past eighty years of age, they possess in its stead that which 
indicates surpassing human joy, the crowning attainment of an honorable life which 
looks upon the fruits of sixty years and in the glance finds reward and contentment. 
There was nothing in Saturday's celebration to question but that life will be the 
unanimous hope of friends that may enjoy years more of companionship.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 27, 1907


BERTHA WILLOT

FUNERAL OF MRS. J. WILLOTT TO BE Monday
Burial To Take Place From The Late Home of The Deceased on North Fifth Street
Funeral services for Mrs. Joseph Willott Jr., 72, who passed away 
late Thursday afternoon at the hospital here, will be held Monday 
afternoon at two o'clock from the late home, 436 North Fifth street, 
it was announced today. The remains will be removed to the home from 
the Frazier mortuary on Saturday. The services will be in charge of 
the Rev. Phipps of the First Presbyterian church and interment will 
be at Evergreen.
The death of Mrs. Willott followed several weeks of illness, after 
her return from the Mayo clinic at Rochester, where she underwent an 
operation. She suffered a relapse after a three weeks' stay at home, 
and six weeks ago was removed to the hospital here, where she failed 
rapidly.
Born at Two Rivers
The deceased, whose maiden name was Bertha Endress, was born at Two 
Rivers, July 7, 1858. She was the only daughter in a family of five, 
children of Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Endress. Her father followed the 
fishing industry on Lakes Michigan and Superior. He operated a fleet 
of tugs and when but thirteen years old the deceased used to accompany 
her father and the fishing crews to the camps at Whitefish Point, in 
Lake Superior. It was in those days that the catches of whitefish were 
large and the Endress Fishing co. grew to be one of the largest on the 
lakes. The first tug built by Mr. Endress was named the Bertha, after 
Mrs. Willot.
Came Here in 1881
She was married to Joseph Willott Jr., at Two Rivers, Nov. 21, 1881, 
and they located in this city to make their future home. They would 
have celebrated their golden wedding had Mrs. Willott survived another 
year.
Besides her husband, the deceased is survived by one daughter, Mrs. 
Arthur Pitz, city; a son, Rueben Willott, Antigo; a brother, R.F. 
Endress of Ottawa, Ill, and two grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, August 8, 1930 P.2
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[bur. 8-11-1930/age 72 yrs/cause: exhaustion/
bur. on Jos. Willot(sic) Jr. lot]


GEORGE WILLIAM WILLOTT

George W. Willott, age 88, formerly of 5412 Stone Road, Whitelaw, died Monday 
evening, Nov. 4, 2002 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc. 
George was a resident of Shady Lane for the past year and from 1995 until 2001 
George lived at Harmony of Manitowoc East. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8, 2002 at St. Anne 
Catholic Church in Francis Creek. The Rev. Theodore Hendricks will celebrate 
the Mass of Christian Burial, with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc. 
George was born Nov. 3, 1914 at Appleton, son of the late Joseph and Katherine 
Nemacek Willott. George grew up in Manitowoc and graduated from Stanford University 
in Los Altos, Calif., with a master's in education. In November 1937 George was 
married to the former Dorothy L. Eshom at Moscow, Idaho. She preceded him in death 
on Sept. 2, 1991. The couple lived in Idaho for 13 years moving to California in 
1953. George served as chairman of the Recreation Department for LA State University, 
Calif. He developed the first master's degree in education in California, retiring 
in 1976. George moved to the Manitowoc area in 1990. George was a member of St. 
Anne Catholic Church, California Association of Physical Education and Recreation, 
Phi Delta Kappa and Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. 
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law: Marta (Wally) Newberry of Shingle 
Springs, Calif.; four grandchildren; great-grandchildren; one sister: Rita Bohacek 
of Manitowoc; one special niece: Susan Resch of Whitelaw; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in death by two sons: Donald Laird 
Willott and Joseph Robert Willott; and one brother-in-law: Vic Bohacek. 
Relatives and friends may call at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek, on Friday 
from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. 
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc, is serving the Willott 
family. George's family would like to thank Shady Lane Nursing Care Center for the 
loving care they gave George for this past year.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Wednesday, November 6, 2002  pg. A3


IDA WILLOTT

DEATH CLAIMS MRS. I. WILLOTT, ILL A LONG TIME 
TWO RIVERS, July 11-Death came early today to relieve the suffering of Mrs. 
Ida Willott, wife of Sam Willott of Two Rivers. Mrs. Willott passed away at 
Holy Family hospital at Manitowoc at 4 o'clock this morning, after an illness 
extending over a year.
Last August Mrs. Willott suffered a stroke of paralysis and the following 
November she suffered a second stroke and since that time had been practically 
helpless. 
Mrs. Willott who was 49 years of age, was born in Manitowoc Feb. 18, 1874. Her 
maiden name was Ida Rosinsky, and she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. 
Charles Rosinsky of Manitowoc.
Besides her husband who is an employe of the Hamilton Manufacturing company of 
this city, Mrs. Willott leaves five sisters, Mrs. Frank Krumm, Mrs. Frank Nemetz 
and Mrs. Martha Koch of Manitowoc, Mrs. Joseph Driscoll of Chicago, Mrs. Robert 
McGraw of Detroit, and three brothers, Frank and Richard Rosinsky of Manitowoc 
and Henry Rosinsky of Brooklyn, N.Y. 
The funeral will be held at the Willott home at Two Rivers Friday afternoon, the 
Rev. Walter G. Haase officiating and burial will be in the Two Rivers cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 11, 1923  P. 4
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Bring Body of Mrs. Willott Here
The funeral of Mrs. S. Willott will be held tomorrow afternoon with services 
at the home at Two Rivers at 2 o'clock and burial will be made at Evergreen 
in this city. The trip will be made by motor, the funeral cortege moving 
directly from the home to Evergreen.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, July 12, 1923 P. 4
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[bur 07-13-1923/cause: coma/bur on Joseph Willott lot]


J. ROBERT WILLOTT AND PENNY

Robert Willott and Daughter Killed in Washington Crash
Mrs. Willott Injured, Expected to Recover
Robert Joseph Willott, 34, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Willott, of 410 State
street, Manitowoc, and his five year old daughter, Penny, were fataly injured
Sunday evening in a highway crash at Prosser, Wash., according to messages
received by his parents late Monday afternoon.
His wife, the former Millicent Curtis, of Manitowoc, was critically injured
and is a patient in a hospital at Prosser.
Mr. and Mrs. Willott and their daughter were on a short motor trip last Sunday,
a few miles from their home at North Richland, Wash., where he was employed
at a government atomic plant. The message said that the Willott car, a new
1950 model collided with a heavy trailer truck on the highway during a severe
rain and electrical storm.
Mr. Willott was killed almost instantly. His daughter, Penny, died a short 
time later in the Prosser hospital.
(snip)
Robert Willott, more familiarly known as Bob while he was in Manitowoc, was
born in 1916 and attended the north side schools and later was graduated from
Lincoln high school in 1934. During his high school days he was active in
athletics. He married Miss Millicent Curtis in Manitowoc in 1942. His wife is
a daughter of Mrs. Dorothy Curtis, now a resident of Milwaukee. A sister of
Mrs. Willott, Mrs. Fred Luebke, resides in Manitowoc.
Worked at Ship Yards
During World War II, Mr. Willott was employed as a welder at the Manitowoc
Ship Building company on the submarine program. Before he moved to the state
of Washington two years ago to take employment at the atomic plant at North
Richland, the Willotts resided at Appleton and Neenah. Mr. and Mrs. Willott
and their daughter visited his parents in Manitowoc in September, 1940.
Survivors are his wife, who will not be able to come to Manitowoc for the
funeral; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Willott of Manitowoc; sister, Mrs
Victor Bohacek of Manitowoc; and a brother, George, a teacher in Los Angeles,
Calif. In a long distance message to Manitowoc Monday night the latter said
he planned to fly back for the funeral.
The caskets are due to arrive in Manitowoc Friday afternoon and will be
taken to the Mittnacht funeral home. Funeral plans will be announced Wednesday.
Herald Times Reporter, Tuesday, Oct. 31, 1950  p.1
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Double funeral rites for Robert J. Willott, 34, and his daughter, Penny, 5, 
fatally injured in an automobile accident in the state of Washington Sunday 
night, will be held in Manitowoc Saturday morning.
Following a brief service at the Mittnacht funeral home, Manitowoc, at 8:30 
a.m., there will be a service at the Sacred Heart Catholic church at 9 a.m. 
The Rev. L. M. Schorn will officiate and burials will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Friday. The rosary will be 
recited there at 7:30 by the Holy Name society and Daughters of Isabella, and 
at 8 o'clock by the Knights of Columbus.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 1, 1950   P. 2
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[Patricia Ann Willott/d. 10-29-1950 at Prosser, WA/age 5 yrs./cause: skull fracture
internal injuries/bur. on Dorothy Curtis lot]
[Joseph Robert/d. 10-29-1950 at Prosser, WA/age 34 yrs. cause: basel skull fracture/
bur. on Mrs. Dorothy Curtis lot]


JOSEPH WILLOTT    (d. 1913)

J. WILLOTT, SR., RESIDENT 49 YEARS, IS DEAD
Father of Sup. Jos. Willott Called to His Rest 
Joseph Willott, Sr., resident of the city for forty years and well known for 
many years as head of the Willott Axe Factory Co., passed peacefully away at 
the home of his daughter Mrs. B. Sniffins this morning. Mr. Willott had been 
in poor health for some time and his advanced age of 89, made the fight against 
death an unequal one.
Mr. Willott was born at Staffordshire, England, Aug. 19, 1824, and came to 
America in 1867, locating in Indiana and five years later came to Manitowoc. 
For thirty years Mr. Willott was engaged in the manufacturing business, first 
associated with the firm of Willott & Markham and later with his sons.
Mr. Willott is survived by five children, Mrs. S. Bates, Capron, Ill.; Jos. 
Willott, Jr., Mrs. B. Sniffins, this city; Mrs. Andrew Smith, Appleton; Sam 
Willott, Two Rivers. 
The funeral will be held from the Sniffins home, 505, State street.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 19, 1913  P. 1
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[Joseph Willott/bur. 05-21-1913/cause: brights disease]
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MARRIED 59 YEARS
Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Willott Sr. Today Celebrated Event.
The fifty-ninth anniversary of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph 
Willott Sr. is being made the basis of a small family reunion at the 
home of the couple today on North Fifth street. The two are among the 
city's well known residents having been here about thirty-five and (sic) 
years they are the recipients of congratulations from many friends. 
They were married in England. Mrs. A. Smith of Appleton a daughter of 
the couple is here to attend the celebration.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, May 25, 1906 P. 2
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RECALL EVENT OF 60 YEARS AGO
Bridal Pair of that Day Receive Congratulations of Family and Friends
To have lived and loved for sixty uninterrupted years and now, at the end of 
that time, to be willing and ready to again undergo the trials and tribulations 
of the long journey is the experience of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Willott, who on 
Saturday observed the sixtieth anniversary of the day they were wed and, 
surrounded by their six children, grandchildren and friends at the family home, 
lived in memory the happiness of the long union. The celebration was a family 
reunion, coupled with an informal reception to friends and the worthy couple 
were recipients of congratulations that betoken the esteem and love in which 
they are held.
Mr. and Mrs. Willott, who were married at West Bromwich, England, May 25, 1847, 
were assisted in entertaining on Saturday by their six children, Mrs. Bates, 
Capron, Ill., Mrs. B. Sniffins, this city, Mrs. A. Smith, Appleton, Joseph Jr., 
William of this city and Samuel of Two Rivers. Eight grandchildren, one great 
grandchild were also present. A sister of Mrs. Willcott, Mrs. Rebecca Wright, 
Baraboo and two nephews of the couple were among the out of town guests.
Mr. and Mrs. Willott have been residents here for a long term of years, nearly 
a half century and are universally esteemed. Though time has robbed them of their 
youth, both being past eighty years of age, they possess in its stead that which 
indicates surpassing human joy, the crowning attainment of an honorable life which 
looks upon the fruits of sixty years and in the glance finds reward and contentment. 
There was nothing in Saturday's celebration to question but that life will be the 
unanimous hope of friends that may enjoy years more of companionship.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 27, 1907


JOSEPH WILLOTT JR.    (d. 1936)

JOS. WILLOTT, FORMER BOARD MEMBER, DIES 
Served County For 35 Years; Also Acted as Assemblyman For Three Terms 
Joseph Willott, Jr., 81, former assemblyman, retired manufacturer and for a 
record number of years a member of the county board of supervisors, died this 
morning at the home, 436 North Fifth street. 
Mr. Willott, who retired from public life in 1933 after 35 years on the county 
board as a representative of the second ward, had the distinction of being the 
only city supervisor ever elected to the chairmanship of the board.
Until a few weeks ago he enjoyed fairly good health. He was stricken with a 
hemorrhage which confined him to his bed since late in August.
Masonic Rites 
Funeral arrangements have not been completed. His burial will be in charge of 
the Masonic lodge of which he was a member for more than 50 years. 
Mr. Willott was born in England, the son of Joseph and Ann Willott. When a boy 
he came to America with his parents in 1865. The family located in Indiana and 
five years later came to Manitowoc.
The elder Willott established an axe factory on Quay street in the early seventies 
and soon was joined by his two sons, Joseph Jr., and William. The firm became known 
as the Joseph Willlott & Sons. It was one of the pioneer industries of Manitowoc 
and its products were sold in northeastern Wisconsin.
In the eighties, Mr. Willott, a Republican in Politics, was named supervisor from 
his ward. He served continuously until 1898 when the Republican party nominated 
him to run for member of assembly from the first district of the county. He was 
elected to represent the district at Madison. He succeeded himself in 1900 and 
again in 1902.
Returns to Board 
Following his retirement from state politics Mr. Willott was returned to membership 
on the county board by the second ward voters. He served several terms, was out of 
office a few years and again was named to the board, serving until 1933. He set a 
record of never missing a board session.
Mr. Willott's 35 years on the board comprises the longest period recorded by a member 
of that body. His election as chairman of the board for two term set a precedent in 
that the board, with a majority of rural members, follows a policy of electing a town 
representative to head the board.
The Willott axe factory continued in operation until 1910, later Mr. Willott engaged 
in the insurance business here. He became interested in down town real estate and 
erected the Willott block on South Eighth street. 
In 1881 Mr. Willott married Miss Bertha Endress of this city. She died in 1930. 
Son Survives
Survivors are a son, Reuben, Antigo; two grandchildren, Willott and Josephine Putz, 
city; a sister, Mrs. Anna M. Sniffin, city; and a brother, Samuel Willott, Two Rivers. 
Mr. Willott was a member of Chickerming lodge of Odd Fellows for more than 6__ Years. 
In 1931, he, with a number of other Masons, received a 50-year certificate of membership 
in that order. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 16, 1936  P. 2
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[bur. 9-19-1936/age 81 yrs/cause: carcinoma of spine]


JOSEPH R. WILLOTT    (d. 1960)

Joseph R. Willott, 81, of 410 State St., Manitowoc, died Friday morning at home 
after a three years illness.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Monday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and at 9 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. D.L. Krembs 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Willott was born Oct. 23, 1879, at Manitowoc, son of the late William and 
Agnes McGavin Willott. He was educated at Manitowoc public schools. For nearly 40 
years he was a first engineer with the Goodrich Transit Co. on Great Lakes Ships, 
working on the Alabama, Carolina and City of Grand Rapids. He married Katherine 
Nemacheck in 1913 at Chicago and they lived there a short while before moving to 
Manitowoc. In 1940 he was employed as an engineer at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., 
retiring in 1955. Mr. Willott was a member of the Holy Name Society of Sacred Heart 
parish and of the Knights of Columbus, Manitowoc Council 710.
Survivors include his wife; a son, George of Sunland, Calif.; a daugther, Mrs. 
Victor Bohacek of Manitowoc, and seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday. The Rosary will be recited 
at 7 p.m. Sunday by the Holy Name Society of the Daughters of Isabella and at 7:30 p.m. 
by the Knights of Columbus.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 16, 1960 P. 9
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MANITOWOC BOY HERO OF STORM
Joseph Willott, Fireman on C & NW Given Credit for Rescue of Train
PERILOUS TRIP OF 7 MILES
Tramped Through Blizzard to Get Air to Train; Saved Life of Companion on Trip – The Story
Heroism of a Manitowoc boy is one of the incidents of the rescue of a train load of passengers 
on the Chicago & Northwestern lines at Woodruff in the blizzard of Tuesday and Wednesday 
press dispatches to Milwaukee paper giving the story which give the details of the manner in 
which Joseph Willott, of this city, distinguished himself. Mr. Willott is employed as a fireman 
on the C & NW and was on the passenger train which became stalled in a snow drift near 
Woodruff Tuesday night. Early dispatches told of the perilous trip made by conductor C.M. 
Beattie from the train to Woodruff to summon assistance; a trip that occupied seven hours 
and in which Beattie encountered great suffering. Great credit was given him but in a dispatch 
dated Friday, Beattie recounts the heroism of Fireman Willott, who accompanied him. The 
portion of the story relating to the acts of Willott is given by Beattie as follows:
“When no more could be done a brave fireman by the name of J. Willott volunteered his 
service to carry a message to Woodruff and this I would not permit. So I accompanied him 
in a mad effort to secure relief. I was exhausted long before reaching our destination and 
when ready to give up the brave boy would return to me and assist me along. He is brave 
and loyal and entitled to the credit, as I would never have reached Woodruff without his aid.” 
Mr. Willott is a son of William Willott of this city and has been employed by the C & NW for 
three years.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Sat., Dec. 31, 1904
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[Joseph Robert/d. 12-16-1960/age 81 yrs.]


KATHERINE H. WILLOTT    (d. 1980)

Katherine H. Willott, 94, of Holy Family Skilled Nursing Facility, Manitowoc, 
died Saturday evening, May 10, at the facility.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Parkside Funeral Home and 11 
a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Zimmer will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Willott, nee Katherine Nemacheck, was born Sept. 20, 1885, at Appleton, 
daughter of the late Frank and Hanora Clynes Nemacheck. She was married to 
Joseph Willott in 1913 at Chicago. He preceded her in death Dec. 19, 1960. 
Mrs. Willott was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Altar and 
Rosary Society of the church.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, George and Dorothy Willott of 
Sunland, Calif., a daughter and son-in-law, Rita and Victor Bohacek of 
Manitowoc, seven grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. A son, a daughter, 
five brothers and six sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, where a 
prayer service will be at 7 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, May 12, 1980 P.3
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[widow of Joseph R. Willott]


KATHLEEN WILLOTT    (d. 1926)

Death Saddens Home of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Willot (sic)
Death brought sadness to the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Willott , 410 State 
street, last night when it claimed little Kathleen, four year old daughter 
of the household, death being due to complication from erysipelas from which 
she had suffered for some time. Little Kathleen was the youngest of the 
household and her loss is a deep sorrow to parents, members of the family and 
to relative who idolized the child. Besides her parents two brothers, 
George, 11, and Robert, 9, and a sister, Rita, 7, survive. The funeral will 
be held from Sacred Heart church Monday morning at 9.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 30, 1926   P. 2


MARTHA WILLOTT

Mrs. Martha Willott, 32, of 1628-24th St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday evening at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient for two weeks.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Edward Stelter officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mrs. WIllott, nee Martha Rosinsky, was born Oct. 21, 1886, at Manitowoc, a 
daughter of the late Carl and Augusta Rosinsky. She was married at Manitowoc 
to Sam Willott, who preceded her in death at Two Rivers Oct. 10, 1962.
Surviving are a son, Archie of New York; a sister, Mrs. Frank Nemetz of Two 
Rivers; a brother, Richard of Manitowoc, and a grandson, John Koch of Two 
Rivers. 
Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, until 9 a.m. 
Friday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in 
state until the time of services. 
The family requests that memorials be made to St. John Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 26, 1968  P. 27 
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[d. 12-27-1968/age 82 yrs./widow of Samuel G. Willott/bur. on Joseph Willott lot]
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DOUBLE WEDDING
Samuel Willott of this city was one of the contracting parties in a double wedding 
ceremony which took place at the Nimz home on South Eleventh Street, Manitowoc 
Saturday morning. His bride was Mrs. Martha Koch of Manitowoc. The other couple to 
enter upon the sea of matrimony thru the same ceremony were Miss Hulda Nimz and 
Frank Rosinsky, both of Manitowoc, the groom being a brother of Mrs. Willott.
The double wedding took place at 4:30 in the morning and was witnessed by only a 
small group of immediate relatives of the principals. The couples boarded the 
limited for New York City where they will spend ten days. Mr.and Mrs. Rozinsky will 
make their home at Manitowoc. The Willotts will reside at 1628 Twenty-Fourth Street, 
Two Rivers.
The Reporter, Fri., Aug. 1, 1924


MILLICENT M. WILLOTT

Mrs. Millicent Marie Willott, age 73, formerly of Manitowoc, was born to Eternal 
Life, August 17, 1994, in Gardena, Calif. 
She was born June 19, 1921, in Antigo, Wis., daughter of the late David M. and 
Dorothy Pesl Curtis Sr. She was the loving wife of the late J. Robert Willott Jr., 
and beloved mother of the late Patricia Ann (Penny) Willott. 
She is survived by a sister, Beverly M. Curtis, and brother, David M. Curtis Jr., 
both of West Allis, Wis. She is survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, 
cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by a sister, Mildred R. Luebke. 
A Funeral Service was held on Friday, August 19, in Gardena, Calif., where 
cremation took place. 
A Private Burial Service will be held on Thursday, September 8, 1994, at Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc, where her cremains will be interred between her husband and 
child. 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with local funeral arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, September 7, 1994 p.A2
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[d. at Gardena CA/cremains/widow/bur. on Mrs. Dorothy Curtis lot]


SAMUEL G. WILLOTT

Samuel G. (Sam) Willott, 92, of 1628-24th St., Two Rivers, retired Hamilton 
Mfg. Co. employee, Two Rives, died at home Wednesday night. He had been in 
failing health more than two years. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. T. F. Stern officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Willott was born May 30, 1870, at Mishawaka, Ind., son of the late Joseph 
and Anna Gething Willott. When he was a child the family brought him to 
Manitowoc where the father became engaged in the manufacture of axes, which 
pursuit he learned in his native England as a youth. Mr. Willott's grandfather 
was a shepherd in England 50 years.
In 1897, Mr. Willott moved to Two Rivers from Manitowoc and for the following 
48 years was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, retiring in 1945 as one 
of the firm's oldest employes in point of service. He married the former Martha 
Rosinsky Koch at Manitowoc July 26, 1924.
Besides his wife he leaves a son, Archie Koch, of New York, N.Y., and a grand-
child.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 11, 1962  P. 21
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[d. 10-10-1962/age 92 yrs./bur. on Joseph Willott lot]
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DOUBLE WEDDING
Samuel Willott of this city was one of the contracting parties in a double wedding 
ceremony which took place at the Nimz home on South Eleventh Street, Manitowoc 
Saturday morning. His bride was Mrs. Martha Koch of Manitowoc. The other couple to 
enter upon the sea of matrimony thru the same ceremony were Miss Hulda Nimz and 
Frank Rosinsky, both of Manitowoc, the groom being a brother of Mrs. Willott.
The double wedding took place at 4:30 in the morning and was witnessed by only a 
small group of immediate relatives of the principals. The couples boarded the 
limited for New York City where they will spend ten days. Mr.and Mrs. Rozinsky will 
make their home at Manitowoc. The Willotts will reside at 1628 Twenty-Fourth Street, 
Two Rivers.
The Reporter, Fri., Aug. 1, 1924


WILLIAM WILLOTT    (d. 1910)

As a messenger of release to break the bonds of illness which held him for four 
years, death came to William Willott Sunday evening. Mr. Willott's demise occuring 
suddenly and without pain. Mr. Willott died in the arms of members of his family 
who were assisting to move him in the chair which he had been compelled to occupy 
for three years past. He had asked to be raised in the chair and as his wish was 
being complied with he suddenly expired. - Manitowoc Herald
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 2, 1910
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DEATH CLAIMS WM WILLOTT
Comes as Messenger of Release From Years of Suffering
As a messenger of release to break the bonds of illness which held him for four 
years, Death came to William Willott Sunday evening, Mr. Willott's demise 
occurring suddenly and without pain. Mr. Willott died in the arms of members of 
his family who were assisting to move him in the chair which he had been compelled 
to occupy for three years past. He had asked to be raised in the chair and as his 
wish was being complied with, he suddenly expired.
Mr. Willott, who was 57 years of age and had been a resident of this city for 30 
years or more, was formerly engaged in business as an axe manufacturer being 
associated with his brother, Joseph, but for five years had been forced to retire 
because of his health. For three years, Mr. Willott had suffered severely from 
heart trouble and dropsy and during this time he had been unable to leave his chair 
being forced to sit in upright position.
Mr. Willott was born in England in 1854 and came to America in 67, locating in 
Indiana for five years, coming here in 72. With his father, Jos.  Willott and his 
brother, Jos. Willott Jr., he engaged in business and was well and favorably known. 
He married Miss Agnes McGavin who with one son, Joseph, an employe of the Goodrich 
Co., survives. An adopted son, Arthur, also survives and his father, two brothers, 
Jos., this city and Samuel, Two Rivers and three sisters, Mrs. R. Sniffins, this 
city, Mrs. S. Bates, Capron, Ill., and Mrs. A. Smith, Appleton also survive. Mr. 
Willott was a member of the order of Odd Fellows and up to his illness was one of 
the most prominent leaders of the Order here. Mr. Willott had a premonition of his 
approaching end and told his family that death would come to him soon. The funeral 
will be held from the late home Wednesday afternoon under auspices of the Odd Fellows, 
Rev. Sheppley officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sept. 6, 1910
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The funeral of William Willott was held from the late home at 2 o'clock this 
afternoon, under auspices of Chickerming Lodge I.O.O.F., of which deceased was 
a member. Rev. Sheppley of the Presbyterian Church officiated and a large 
concourse of friends paid a last tribute of respect to the memory of the dead. 
Interment was at Evergreen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sept. 7, 1910 page 2
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WILLIAM WILLOTT, aged 57 years, died Sunday evening after a long illness. The 
deceased was a resident of this city for over 30 years. He was born in England 
and came to this country with his parents when a boy of 13 years. He was 
associated with his father and brother in the axe factory up to five years ago 
when he retired on account of ill health. He is survived by his wife and one 
son Joseph. He is also survived by his father, two brothers, Joseph of this 
city and Samuel of Two Rivers, and three sisters, Mrs. B. Sniffins of this 
city. Mrs. S. Bates of Capron, Ill., and Mrs. A. Smith of Appleton.
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the home under the auspices of 
the Odd Fellows. Interment was in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, September 8, 1910  P. 1
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[bur. 09-07-1910/cause: nephritis]


ADDIE WILLS

Wills - Dec. 2
Addie Wills, aged 20 years. Funeral today at 7 o'clock from her late 
resident, No. 453 Jackson Boulevard. Burial at Manitowoc, Wis.
The Inter Ocean, Chicago, Ill. Dec. 4, 1891
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[Mrs. Eddie Wills/bur. 12-05-1891/age 20 yrs./cause: quick consumption]


EDWARD WILLS

Edward Wills who has been at Maple Crest the past eight months, 
spent the week with his family. Ed is improving rapidly and will 
soon be able to leave the sanatorium.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, Mar. 20, 1916 P.4
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Mrs. Edward Wills was a visitor at Maple Crest 
sanatorium on Wednesday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, Jan. 4, 1918 P.4
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DEATH BRINGS RELEIF FROM LONG ILLNESS
Edwards Wills, Pa????? ?? Maple Crest for ????? is Dead
Death came as a ????? lease to Edward Wills ???? sanatorium Sunday, 
after ??? ??nating an illness of ?????. Wills entered the sanatorium 
July 27, 1915, and ??? there since. His ???? ???? time had given no 
????? ???? is a shock to family ????.
Mr. Wills was ??? ???? ???? ???ing been born Sept. ????. ??? he was 
employed as ??? ???? at the plant of the ???? ???? building company 
???? ???? him to give up his ????? family he resigned ???? of the 
city.
(The rest is unreadable because of big ink smudge)
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, Feb. 4, 1918 P.1
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Edward E. Wills, aged 54, a well known resident of Rapids, died Sunday afternoon 
at the Maple Crest Sanitarium, which institution he entered July 27, 1915. The 
deceased was born in this county and is survived by his wife and eight children. 
The children are:  Mrs. William Fricke, Mrs. John Krumdick, Mrs. Simon Wehrwein, 
Misses Ruth and Bessie Wills, Elmer and Henry, all of this city and Howard of 
Rice Lake. Up to the time of his illness, Mr. Wills was engaged as an iron worker 
at the Shipbuilding Company. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon from the 
Vogelsang Undertaking Parlors, Rev. J. C. Smith officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 7, 1918
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[bur. 02-06-1918/cause: tuberculosis/bur. on Mrs. Kate Wills lot]


ELMER E. WILLS

Elmer E. Wills, 48, chief accountant for the Manitowoc Shipbuilding company, 
died at his home, 909 Columbus Street, at 7 o'clock last night after an illness 
of one week.
Mr. Wills was employed at the shipyards for 32 years, starting as an office boy. 
He was born in Hurley, Wis., May 9, 1891. The family moved to Manitowoc county 
and Mr. Wills attended the Rapids Graded school and the Manitowoc Business 
college. In 1918? he married Miss Esther Ge____.
Surviving are the widow, two daughters, Gloria and Calla; two brothers, Howard 
of Watertown and Henry of New York city; and five sisters, Mrs. William Fricke 
and Mrs. Walter Wegner of this city, Mrs. John Krumdick of Manitowoc Rapids, Mr. 
Frank Richey of Port Clinton, O., and Miss Betty Wills of Milwaukee.
The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Masonic temple 
with the Rev. C. H. Phipps in charge. The body will lie in state at the Shimek & 
Schwartz funeral home from Friday noon until 10 o'clock Saturday morning when it 
will be removed to the temple. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 19, 1939  P. 2
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[d. 10-18-1939/age 48 yrs./cause: pulmonary hemorrhage/bur. on Esther Wills lot]
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Miss Esther Gennrich and Mr. Elmer Wills, both of this city, were married at 
Milwaukee last Saturday. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William 
Gennrich, South 9th St. The groom is a son of Mrs. E. Wills and is an employee 
of the Shipbuilding Co. The young couple will make their home in this city.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 27, 1918


ESTHER A. WILLS

Mrs. Elmer (Esther) Wills, of 1622 A. Torrison Dr., Manitowoc, died early 
Saturday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Private Christian Science 
funeral services will be held Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wills, nee Esther Gennrich was born at Appleton, daughter of the late 
William and Alma Bohling Gennrich. Mr. Wills preceded her in death. She was 
a member of the Manitowoc women's Club and the American Association of Retired 
Persons.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene (Gloria) 
Ruppelt, and Mr. and Mrs. William (Calla) Poulos, of Manitowoc and three 
grandchildren, Robert, Carrie and Cynthia. A brother, Arthur, preceded her in 
death.
There will be no visitation. Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home is in charge of 
arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Sept. 1, 1973 page 3
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[widow of Elmer Wills]
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Miss Esther Gennrich and Mr. Elmer Wills, both of this city, were married at 
Milwaukee last Saturday. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William 
Gennrich, South 9th St. The groom is a son of Mrs. E. Wills and is an employee 
of the Shipbuilding Co. The young couple will make their home in this city.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 27, 1918


HANNAH L. WILLS

Mrs. Hannah Wills, one of the early-day settlers of Manitowoc county, 
having resided here since 1850, died at her home 1201 New York avenue, 
Saturday, death being due to infirmities of age. Mrs. Wills had been 
in failing health for some time.
Decedent was a native of St. Steven, New Brunswick, and was born Jan. 1, 
1830, being 86 years of age at her death. She came to Manitowoc county 
in 1850 and in 1851 was married to Henry Wills and the couple resided on 
a farm at Brown's Corners for many years. Twenty years ago Mrs. Wills 
removed to the city where she has since resided.
Mrs. Wills is survived by three sons, J.H. Wills of Chaffee, N.D.; J.C. 
Wills of Oregon and Edward Wills at Rapids, this county. Seventeen 
grandchildren and eight great grandchildren also survive.
The funeral will be held from the late home Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. 
Friends are reqeusted to omit flowers.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, March 13, 1916 P.1
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Mrs. Hannah H. (sic) Wills, widow of the late Henry Wills, died Saturday night, 
at her home on New York avenue, age 86 years. Her death was due to infirmities 
incident to old age.
Mrs. Wills was born in New Brunswick, Canada and came to Manitowoc Rapids in 
1850. She was married to Henry Wills in 1851 and they removed to a farm near 
Brown's Corners where they resided up to 20 years ago, when they removed to 
this city.
She is survived by three sons, J.H. Wills of Chaffee, North Dakota; J.L, Wills 
of Oregon, and Edw. Wills of Manitowoc Rapids.
The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, March 16, 1916 P. 1
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RAPIDS NEWS:
Howard Wills of Oconto came home Tuesday to attend the 
funeral of his grandmother, the late Mrs. Henry Wills.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, March 20, 1916 P.4
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[bur. 03-14-1916/cause: arterio schlerosis/bur. on Henry Wills lot]
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AGED WOMAN HURT IN FALL
Mrs. Wills, 80, Sustained Fracture of Thigh Bones
Falling through a trap door in the pantry of her home into the basement, Mrs. 
Henry Wills, an aged northside lady, residing at Twelfth & New York Avenue, 
suffered serious injuries and owing to her advanced age, Mrs. Wills being past 
80 years old, relatives are alarmed. Mrs. Wills sustained a fracture of the 
bones of the left thigh and the fact that she has not been in the best of health 
is further cause for anxiety. Mrs. Wills is one of the pioneer residents of the 
city, widely known and has a large circle of friends who will hope for the best.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., Aug. 20, 1909


HENRY WILLS

Henry Wills, whose death occurred Thursday, came to Manitowoc county in 1848
and had been a continuous resident ever since. He located at Rapids where he
was married in 1851(?) and later conducted a farm near what is now Brown's
Corners, and has removed to the city. Mr. Wills was 81 years of age at the
time of his death and had been confined to his home only two weeks. He was
active for a man of his years and was downtown daily. A widow, three sons and
one daughter survive. The funeral takes place Sunday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 2, 1905 p.2
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Henry Wills was born in Pelham, Upper Canada, April 5th, 1824, and died last 
Thursday at noon, being in his eighty-second year. Mr. Wills resided in Upper 
Canada until he was twenty-two years of age, and located in Manitowoc Rapids 
Township in 1848. Manitowoc Rapids was then the county seat and the largest 
town in the county, while the country was wild and undeveloped. After being 
engaged in lumbering for six years, Mr. Wills moved onto a farm near Silver 
Lake which he had purchased. December 16, 1854, he married Miss Hannah A. 
Tufts whose parents had moved to the Rapids the year before. Mr. and Mrs. 
Wills removed from the farm to Manitowoc about nine years ago, and have 
resided in the northwestern part of the city ever since. They celebrated 
their golden wedding three years ago last December, at their home on New 
York Avenue.
Mr. Wills was treasurer of the town of Manitowoc Rapids for a number of years 
and had a large circle of friends in the city and county. He was held in high 
esteem by all those who knew him, and in his sickness was constantly visited 
by many sympathizing friends. Three sons, Jas. H., Edward E., Jacob L., and one 
daughter, Mrs. Etta A. Schaff, together with the wife of his youth, survive him.
Manitowoc Pilot, December 14, 1905
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Pick-ups about town:
James Wills, of Wabeno, is in the city, called by the death of his father.
Mrs. Etta Schaff, a daughter will be here from New York.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 2, 1905 p.1
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The funeral of the late Henry Wills took place this afternoon, Rev. Weed of 
the M.E. church officiating at the service which was attended by a large 
concourse of friends.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 3, 1905  P. 1
******
Death Thurs. following a short illness of Henry Wills, 
a well-known resident of our city. The deceased, who 
was 82, leaves his sorrowing widow and several children.
Der Nord Westen, 08 June 1905
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[cause: cirrhosis of the liver]
*******
Proceedings of the...Annual Meeting of the State Historical...State 
Historical Society of Wisconsin. Meeting, Volume 53", Barbard College 
Library, 1906, Page 53:
 
Henry Wills. Born at Pelham, Canada, in 1824. Came to Wisconsin in 1847. 
Died at Manitowoc June 1, 1905. 


KATHERINE WILLS

DEATH CLAIMS WOMAN LIFELONG RESIDENT OF CO.
Mrs. Catherine (sic) Wills, widow of the late Edward Wills, died at her home, 
1712 Wollmer street last night, at the age of 56 years, death resulting from 
a complication of disease from which she had suffered for some time and which 
culminated six weeks ago in fatal illness.
Mrs. Wills was born at Rapids October 5, 1865 and had made her home in Manitowoc 
county practically all her life. She was a daughter of Adam Nuhs who survives her 
at the age of 81 years. Mr. Wills died three years ago and surviving Mrs. Wills 
are eight children, Mrs. William Fricke, this city, Mrs. John Krumdick, Rapids, 
Elmer Wills, city; Howard Wills, of Watertown; Mrs. Frank __ney, Cleveland, Ohio, 
Mrs. Simon Wehrwein, Miss Bessie and Henry Wills, this city. The grandchildren 
and one sister, Mrs. Jos. Tufts, of Rapids also survive.
Mrs. Will's death will be a shock to a large circle of friends who recognized in 
her woman of capability and to the large family of children, her loss is 
irreparable. She was a kind loving mother, a good neighbor and had the love and 
esteem of all who knew her.
The funeral of Mrs. Wills will be held Monday morning at 9 o'clock at St. Boniface 
church and the remains will be interred at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, September 24, 1921  P. 10 
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[bur 09-29-1921/cause: carcinoma of pelvic organs/bur. on Mrs. Kate Wills lot]


MILLARD AND ELIZABETH WILLS

In Manitowoc Rapids, of Diphtheria, Feb. 11, 1862, 
ELIZABETH FARR, daughter of Henry and Hannah Wills, aged 4 years, 3 months 
and 13 days.
"So fades the lovely blooming flower, 
Fruit smiling solace of an hour.
So soon our transient comforts fly 
And pleasures only able to die."

Also March 18, 1862, of the same disease: MILLARD ALONZO, son of above, 
aged 9 years, 5 months and 20 days.
"On earth no more we see his face
His body in the grave we place
But while it there in silence lies 
His spirit lives above the skies." 
--M.H. 
Manitowoc Weekly Tribune, March 26, 1862  P. 3


MILLIE MYRTLE WILLS

Died on the 8th day of January, 1876 at Manitowoc Rapids, of scarlet 
fever, Millie Myrtle, youngest child of Henry and Hannah Tuft Wills, 
aged 2 years, 6 months and 10 days.
Manitowoc Tribune, Thurs., Jan. 20, 1876


CAROLINA WILMS

OLD RESIDENT OF COUNTY IS DEAD, AGED 85
Mrs. Carolina Wilms Passes Away at Home of Her Daughter 
Mrs. Carolina Wilms, an aged pioneer resident of the county died 
at the home of her daughter Mrs. Charles Seibert yesterday at the 
advanced age of 85.
Mrs. Wilms, who had resided here more than half a century had been 
a widow for thirteen years. One son and four daughters survive her, 
being William Wilms, Rapids, Mrs. Herny Mill, of Kossuth, Mrs. 
Seibert, Franklin, Mrs. Henry Crowl, Chicago, Mrs. William Schmidt, 
Mischicot. Ninteen (sic) grandchildren and three great grand children 
also survive.
The funeral will be held from the home of Wm. Wilms Saturday afternoon 
at 1 o'clock.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, March 30, 1916 P.8
********
[bur. 4-1-1916/cause: debility/bur. on Mrs. FW Wilms lot]
********
Miss Rose Mull, who was here for the funeral of her grandmother, 
the late Mrs. Wilms, returned to Milwaukee today.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, April 3, 1916 P.6
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(No. 22. 1st publication Apr. 6, 1916.)
Notice to Prove Will and Notice to creditors.
STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY COURT MANITOWOC COUNTY- IN PROBATE.
In re estate of Carolina Wilms, deceased.
Notice is hereby given, That at the regular term of said court to 
be held on the first Tuesday, (being the 2nd day) of May, A.D., 1916, 
at the court house in the city of Manitwooc, county of Manitowoc, and 
state of Wisconsin, there will be heard and considered the application 
of William Wilms, to admit to probate the last will and testament of 
Carolina Wilms, late of the town of Manitowoc Rapids, in said county, 
deceased, and for the appointment of an executor for, administrator 
with will annexed;
Notice is hereby further given, That at the Special term of said court 
to be held at said court housse (sic), on the sec- (sic) of August, 
A.D., 1916, there will be heard, considered and adjusted, all claims 
against said Carolina Wilms, deceased;
And notice is hereby further given, That all such claims for examination 
and allowance must be presented to said county court at the court house, 
in the city of Manitowoc, in said county and state, on or before the 6th 
day of August, A.D., 1916, or be barred.
Dated April 5, 1916.
By the court, John Chloupek, County Judge.
Kelley & Ledvina, attorneys.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, April 6, 1916 P.5
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RECORD PRICE OF $170 PER ACRE IS BROUGHT AT WILMS FARM SALE MADE THIS WEEK
Value of Manitowoc county farm lands is shown in the transfer of the Caroline Wilms 
farm this week when a record price of $170 per acre was paid by Charles F. Eberhardt 
for the property. The deal included about 65 acres of land and the price paid was 
$10,600 according to records in the office of Register of Deeds Jos. Zahorik.
The farm is part of the original MacAlister farm said to be the oldest in Manitowoc 
county, the McAlister farm having been the first under cultivation when the county 
was settled. The property is located on the Green Bay road.
It cost the parties negotiating the deal $5 revenue to the government, in form of 
revenue stamps under the war measure to record the transfer.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, January 14, 1915 P. 8


CHARLEY WILMS

HUSBAND AND WIFE BOTH DIE IN 2 MONTHS
Charles Wilms, Survives Wife Only Two Months, Died in City
Death did not long separate Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wilms, well known town of 
Kossuth residents, both having been called within a period of two months. Mrs. 
Wilms died in February to an attack of bowel troubles, his (next two lines are 
illegible in newspaper) death occurring at the hospital in this city. Mr. 
Wilms who was a native of this county and for years a farmer at Kossuth, was 
48 years of age. His mother, aged 85, who survives him is still active and 
personally attended to the selection of a casket for her dead son yesterday. 
Funeral services for Mr. Wilms will be held Sunday from the home at Kossuth 
to Evergreen Cemetery.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., Apr. 24, 1914

******
IN PROBATE-Manitowoc County Court.
In the matter of the Estate of Charles Wilms, Deceased.
Notice To Creditors:
Letters of administration on said Estate having been issued to William Wilms on the 29th day of April A.D., 1914, and six months from and after said day being allowed and limited for creditors to present their claims, of which notice is hereby given, and further that the undersigned will on the first Tuesday of November, being the third day of November, 1914, at the Probate Office in the City of Manitowoc, in said County, examine and adjust all such claims and demands so presented and filed.
Dated April 29th, 1914.
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Kelley & Ledvina, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Pilot, May 14, 1914 P. 4

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[Charles Wilms/bur. 04-26-1914/cause: acute tuberculosis]


ERNA E. WILMS

Erna E. Wilms, age 91, a Manitowoc resident, died Tuesday, November 4, 1997, at 
Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 8, 1997, at Grace Ev. 
Lutheran Church, 2426 N. Rapids Road, Manitwooc. Rev. Keith Haag will officiate 
with burial at Evergreen Cemetery.
Erna was born April 8, 1906, in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of the 
late August and Caroline Spiegel Sampe. She was educated in Manitowoc and married 
to Fred W. Wilms May 27, 1936, at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Fred 
preceded her in death May 15, 1975. They celebrated 38 years of marriage together. 
She was a member of Grace Ev. Lutheran Church and enjoyed her family, gardening 
and cross-stitching.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Marion and Barton Mallion, Ludington, 
Mich.; grandchildren include, Jim and Kathy Mallion, Manitowoc, Marilyn and Marvin 
Brault, Ludington, Mich., Keith and Edith Mallion, Ludington, Mich.; great-
grandchildren include, Melissa and Sara Mallion, Manitowoc, Marlayna, Marvin, 
Marshall and Mariah Brault, Ludington, Joshua Haner, Ludington, Katie and David 
Melin, Ludington; sister-in-law, Jenny Wilms, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends also survive. Erna was also preceded in death by a son, 
Frederick in 1975; and three sisters, Martha Castens, Amanda Kluenker, and Malinda 
Hardrath.
Relatives and friends may call at Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
from 5-8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of 
service.
Memorials to the Grace Ev. Lutheran Church Building Fund would be appreciated.
Herald Times Reporter, November 6, 1997 P. A2


FRED W. WILMS    (d. May 1975)

Fred Wilms, 67, of 1447 N. 24th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Thursday 
morning at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Grace Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, 17th Street and Wisconsin Avenue, Manitowoc. The Rev. Keith Haag will 
officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Willms was born March 12, 1908, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of 
the late William and Hulda Neuman Wilms. He attended McAllister School. He 
married Erna Sampe May 27, 1936, at Manitowoc. He operated the home farm for 
many years until his retirement in 1970.
Survivors include his wife, a son-in-law and daughter, Barton and Marion 
Mallion, of Ludington, Mich.; a brother, Walter, of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. 
Elmer (Adeline) Teesch, of Valders; two grandsons, Kim and Keith Mallion, and 
a granddaughter, Marilyn Mallion, of Ludington; nephews, nieces and other 
relatives. A son, Frederick, preceded him in death in January of 1975. A brother, 
Alfred, two sisters, Mrs. Ida Monk and Anna Wilms, and his step-mother, Louise 
Willert, also preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, May 15, 1975  P. 23
********
[d. 05-15-1975/age 67 yrs.]
(12 Mar 1908/May 1975/SSDI)


FREDERICK W. WILMS    (d. Jan. 1975)

Frederick W. Wilms, 26, of 1447 N .24th St., Manitowoc, died Friday evening at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Grace Evangelical Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Keith Haag will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mr. Wilms was born May 24, 1948, at Manitowoc, son of Fred and Erna Sampe Wilms. 
He attended Rockwood Elementary school and graduated from Lincoln High School, 
Manitowoc, in 1966. He was employed at Kelvinator Commercial Products, Manitowoc. 
He was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Wilms, of Manitowoc; a sister 
and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Barton (Marion) Mallion, of Ludington, Mich.; 
two nephews, Jim and Keith Mallion and a niece, Marilyn, of Ludington, Mich. Other 
near relatives also survive.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 p.m. 
Monday and at the church Tuesday from noon until the hour of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, January 25, 1975  P. 3
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[son of Fred and Erna Wilms]


FRIEDRICH W. WILMS    (d. 1902)

Death sounded the last bugle call for F.W. Wilms, a veteran of the 
civil war, Tuesday, his demise occurring at the home at Four Corners 
and the result of a protracted illness. Mr. Wilms had been a resident 
here for many years and was well known throughout the county. During 
the war he served with Co. D., Third Wis. Inf., and was a member of 
Horace M. Walker post, G.A.R., of this city. The funeral will be held 
Sunday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, December 03, 1902, Page 1
**********
From Der Nord Westen, 04 Dec. 1902 
Death Tues., following a long illness, of F.W. Wilms, a well-known resident of our
county for many years. During the war the deceased served with Company D of the 3rd
Wisconsin Infantry Regiment and for many years has suffered from the severe wounds
he received and the strains he underwent. He is survived by his sorrowing widow and
several children. The funeral will take place Sun. from his residence at Four Corners,
and the local G.A.R. Post, to which Wilms belonged, will give the old Union Veteran
his last escort.
********
[cause: rheumatism]


MARY WILMS

Mrs. C. Wilms Dies at Four Corners after Long Illness
…Mrs. Charles Wilms, Four Corners, succumbed to the ravages of a long illness 
Sunday morning. She was 36 years of age and was well and favorably known in 
the community where she resided. Owing to relatives from abroad being unable 
to reach here sooner, the funeral will be held Thursday afternoon, and interment 
will be at Evergreen cemetery, this city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, February 2, 1914  P. 1
*******
[Mrs. Charles/bur. 02-05-1914/cause: pulmonary tuberculosis]


WALTER C. WILMS

Walter C. Wilms, 80, of 1017 N. 20th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, May 20, at 
Manitowoc. Funeral services were held 1 pm this Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard Lind officiated and burial took place in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilms was born June 19, 1905 in the town of Kossuth, Manitowoc County, Wis., 
son of the late William and Helga Neuman Wilms. He married Jennie C. Heran, 
Oct. 27, 1934 in Menominee, Mich. Mr. Wilms was employed at Heresite Chemical 
Company in Manitowoc until retiring in 1970.
Survivors include his wife, five children and their spouses and 13 grandchildren. 
He was preceded in death by two grandchildren. Pfeffer Funral Home, Manitowoc, 
assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., May 22, 1986 page 26
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[husband of Jennie C. Wilms]


RUTH SCHROETER WILPOLT

Mrs. Ralph (Ruth) Wilpolt, 57, of 2700 Road G., Grand Junction, Colo., died 
Tuesday at St. Mary Hospital, Grand Junction, following an extended illness.
Funeral services were held Thursday in Martin Chapel, Grand Junction, with 
the Rev. E. E. Weber officiating. Cremation followed and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilpolt, nee Ruth Schroeter, was born Jan. 29, 1919, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late Elmer and Margaret Schroeter. She grew up in Manitowoc 
and attended Lawrence College at Appleton, where she majored in music. She 
was married to Ralph H. Wilpolt Aug. 18, 1941. He is a consulting geologist.
Survivors include her husband, three sons, David, James and Robert, of Denver, 
Colo., a brother, Elmer Schroeter, of Manitowoc and six grandchildren.
Herald Times Reporter, January 31, 1977  P. 3
********
[d. 01-25-1977 at Grand Junction CO/age 57 yrs./cremains/wife of Ralph Wilpolt/
bur. on Elmer W. Schroeter lot]


ANSTINE WILSING(ER)

Mishicott Melange:
Mrs. William Wilsing died last week she leaves a large family to mourn her loss.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times  Tuesday,  May 29, 1883  pg. 4
*******
(1880 Mishicot census:
William Wilsing age 50; wife Anstine age 47; William age 17; Amelia age 16;
Ernst age 13; August age 11; Minna age 8; Henry age 7; Charles age 4
*******
[I would agree to the change in surname as it is probably a case of "Americanizing" 
their name, but our records show Mrs. from 1883 was buried "on free ground" 
(somewhere in section L). There are already 7 burials (at least 2 of which are 
children on the Henry Wilsing lot. Burial Register Has Buried The Wife Of Mr. 
Wielsinger, FR GR, $2.75]  


CAROLINA WILSING

(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 09 Sep.)
Old Mrs. H. Wilsing, who resides a few miles from here, died Sun. 
and is being buried today in the Manitowoc Cemetery. She was 73 
and leaves several married sons and daughters.
Der Nord Westen, 11 Sep. 1902
*******
Catherina Or Catharina Stepken Wilson Or Wilsing (sic)
birth: 27 September 1829 Germany, Europe
death: 6 September 1902 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Manitowoc
residence: 1902 Mishicott, Wis.
father: Stepke
spouse: Henry Wilsing
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[cause: cancer of the stomach/bur. on Henry Wilsing lot]


HENRY WILLSING  (d. 1895)

First publication January 9th 1896.
ORDER OF PROOF OF WILL STATE OF WISCONSIN.
COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY.
In the matter of the estate of Henry Wilsing, deceased. In Probate.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of Henry 
Wilsing of Mishicott in said county, having been delivered into said court:
And Katherine Wilsing of Mishicott, in said county, having presented to said 
court her petition in writing, duly verified, representing among other things, 
that said Henry Wilsing died testate, at Mishicott in said county, on the 27th 
day of November 1895, that said instrument is the last will of said deceased, 
and that no person is named therein as executor, and praying that instrument be 
proven and admitted to probate and that letters of administrat on with the will 
annexed be thereon issued to William Steltzer.
It is ordered, that said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs 
of said last will and testament be taken, at a regular term of said county court 
to be held at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesdey, the 4th 
day of February 1896, 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 Nordwesten a newspaper published in said 
Manitowoc county.
Dated January 8th 1896.
By the Court,
J.S. Anderson, County Judge.
Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, Thursday, January 9, 1896 P. 7
********
(Note: His surname probably should be Wilsing as I have a Henry Wilsing
for that date on the death index, the entry is from the cem. records)
[Henry WILLSING/bur. 11-27-1895/age 66 yrs./cause: Brights disease]


MARGRETTA WILSING(ER)  (d. 1872)

Margaretha/dau. of Heinrich Wielsing(sic) and wife Catharina born Stepke or 
Hepke/b. 6 Apr. 1857/d. 10 June 1872/from First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church records 1856-1874
**********
[Mrs. Wilsinger/bur. 06-13-1872]
(1860 Manitowoc Rapids census:
Henry Wilzing age 32, Miller; wife Catharine age 32; Margaretta age 3;
Frederek age 1)
***********
(The cemetery usually put the parent's name on the lot entry when a
child was buried if they didn't have a child's name for it. The Mrs.
Wilsinger was probably the mother of Margretta)


WILLIAM WILSING

William Wilsing
48th WI Infantry, Company D
Born: 1830 in Prussia
Married: WILSING: Wilhelm (co. mar. index, William) res: Manitowoc 
p: Friedrich & Maria (Stepken) Wilsing of Rheinpreussen married 4 Dec. 1858, 
First Ger. Evang. Luth. Ch.(co. mar. index, v.2 p.8) to Ernstine Raduntz 
p: Wilhelm & Johanna (Hamann) Raduntz of Pommern, Preussen
Intent for Citizenship: Wilhelm Wilsing, born 1830 in Prussia, port of entry 
New York in July 1856; Filed intent April 4, 1859
Enlisted: February 15, 1865 as a Private from Two Rivers, WI; 30-year old, 
married, Laborer, 5'10", blue eyes, blond hair
Mustered Out: February 19, 1866
********
1880 Census: WI, Manitowoc County, Mishicot:
William Wilsing, Male, 50, Married, Farmer, born Germany
Austine Wilsing, Female, 47, Wife, Married, Housekeeper, born Germany
Chld: William, 17; Amelia, 16; Ernst, 13; August, 11; Minna, 8; Henry, 7; 
Charles, 4-all chilren born in Wisconsin
********
Died: Buried April 1, 1890/ age 59 years/cause: heart disease
Buried: Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, WI
Gravesite: E2-59-4
********
Death on 30 Mar. in Mishicot of Wilhelm Wilsing of heart failure. 
The deceased was 59 years, 9 months of age and was buried on 2 April.
Der Nord Westen, 3 April 1890
********
1890 Veterans Schedule, Manitowoc County: William Wilsing (dec) 
Widow[er], post of-fice Mishicot/This widow[er] is in very poor condition.
********
[William Wilsing/bur.04-01-1890/age 59 yrs./cause: heart disease]

********
(First publication April 10, 1890.) No. 24
IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT.
In the matter of the estate of William Wilsing, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Caroline Wilsing of the town of Mishicott, representing among other things that William Wilsing, late of Mishicott, on the 30th day of March, A.D., 1890, at said town, died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this state to be administered, and that the said petioner (sic) is the widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to Jos. Seheuer granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard before this court, on Tuesday, the 6th day of May, A.D., 1890, at 10 o'clock A.M., at my office in said county.
Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased, and to all persons interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks prior to said day of hearing in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper, published at Manitowoc in said county.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 8th day of April, A.D., 1890.
Emil Baensch, County Judge.
Schmitz & Kirwan, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, April 24, 1890 P. 2

ERNEST L. WILSMANN

Ernest L. Wilsmann, 84, of 1618 Torrison Drive, Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening, 
October 14, 1987 at the family residence. Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday 
at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Glenn Unke will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilsmann was born March 15, 1903 in the Town of Gibson, son of the late William 
and Helena Steltzer Wilsmann. He was a graduate of Mishicot High School in 1920. Mr. 
Wilsmann was a member of the Mishicot High School Alumni Association until the 
present time. He graduated from Manitowoc County Normal School in 1922. For two 
years he taught school near Bellevue in Brown County. He then taught at Mishicot 
High School for four years, until he was appointed Post Master at Mishicot in 1927. 
He served as Post Master until September, 1930 when he then moved to Manitowoc where 
he worked for the local postal system as a Letter Carrier, until retiring in 1972. 
He married Lucille Meyer on August 29, 1928 at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc. He was very active with the Wisconsin and National Association of Letter 
Carriers. He was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, where he served 
as Sunday School Superintendent for many years. He served on the church council as 
a trustee and also served on other board committees during the years.
Survivors include his wife, Lucille; a son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Carole 
Wilsmann of West Allis; a daughter and son-in-law, Janette and Raymond Horton of 
Minneapolis, Minnesota; five grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends. He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister.
Friends may call at Harrigan parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 pm to 8 pm Friday 
and Saturday at the church from 9:30 am to the time of services at 11 am. Memorials 
would be preferred to the donors choice.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Oct. 16, 1987 page 5
*****
The marriage of Miss Lucille Meyer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Meyer 
of 1101 Philippin Street,, Manitowoc and Ernest L. Wilsmann, son of Mr. 
and Mrs. William Wilsmann of the Town of Gibson, Mishicot, was solemnized 
today at the Immanuel Evangelical Church in Manitowoc, Rev. Theo Uetsman, 
officiating.  The bride is well known in Manitowoc, being a teacher in the public 
schools there and the groom is a postmaster in the Town of Gibson, Mishicot.
Two Rivers Reporter-Chronicle - Aug. 29, 1928 
*********
[d. 10-14-1987/age 84 yrs./husband of Lucille Wilsmann]


LUCILLE Y. WILSMANN

Lucille Y. Wilsmann, 86, of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, died Monday morning, 
April 1, 1991, at St. Mary's Home.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
Church. Officiating will be Rev. Glenn Unke and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
She was born October 21, 1904, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Oscar and 
Frances Auemiller Meyer. She graduated from Washington High School in 1921 
and Manitowoc County Normal School in 1922. She taught school at Gerpin-Zander 
and also at Cleveland for six years. She married Ernst L. Wilsmann, August 29, 
1928, at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death 
October 14, 1967. She was a member of Manitowoc Senior Citizens, AARP, Immanuel 
Evnagelical (sic) Lutheran Church and the Ladies of Immanuel.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Carole Wilsmann of West 
Allis; a daughter and son-in-law, Janette and Raymond Horton of Minneapolis, 
Minn.; a brother, Howard Meyer of Manitowoc; five grandchildrren; two nieces; 
other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a brother, Arno F. 
Meyer.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 
Wednesday and at the church on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of service 
at 11 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, April 2, 1991 P. B7
******
*****
The marriage of Miss Lucille Meyer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Meyer 
of 1101 Philippin Street,, Manitowoc and Ernest L. Wilsmann, son of Mr. 
and Mrs. William Wilsmann of the Town of Gibson, Mishicot, was solemnized 
today at the Immanuel Evangelical Church in Manitowoc, Rev. Theo Uetsman, 
officiating.  The bride is well known in Manitowoc, being a teacher in the public 
schools there and the groom is a postmaster in the Town of Gibson, Mishicot.
Two Rivers Reporter-Chronicle - Aug. 29, 1928
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[d. 04-01-1991/age 86 yrs./widow of Ernest Wilsmann]


ALTHEA WILSON

Mrs. Althea Wilson, 82, of 4662 Hwy. 42, Town of Newton, died Wednesday, 
October 11, 1989 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 10:30 am Saturday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Jim Barnes 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilson was born May 13, 1907 at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Fred and 
Bertha Kunze Groth. She attended schools in the Newton area and graduated from 
Lincoln High School in 1924. She then attended Manitowoc Teachers College, 
Milwaukee State Teachers College and in 1926 she started teaching in Appleton, 
Wisconsin. She married Edgar Wilson on May 3, 1928 and the couple returned to 
the farm in 1930. Mrs. Wilson then taught at LaFollette and later at Centerville 
and also at the White Trail State Grade School. Mrs. Wilson completed her 
bachelor's degree in elementary education and in 1961 received certification 
in special education. She then taught in the Sheboygan School System, retiring 
in 1972. She was a former member of the Manitowoc Order of the Eastern Star No. 
196, A.A.R.P., and Historical Society Pine Crest Village.
Survivors include her husband, Edgar of Manitowoc; a son and daughter-in-law, 
John and Dorothy Wilson of Connecticut; a daughter and son-in-law, Diane and 
Darrell Gilow of Green Bay and six grandchildren, Ellen, Tracy, Jennifer, Scott, 
William and Anne.  She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother and a 
sister.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, 5 pm to 9 pm Friday and Saturday from 
9 am to the time of services at 10:30 am. Eastern Star memorial service will 
be at 7:30 pm Friday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Oct. 13, 1989 page B6
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[wife of Edgar Wilson/bur. on Bertha Groth lot]


DENNIS L. WILSON

Dennis L. Wilson, 18, of 3609 Custer St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at St. Vincent 
Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. N.W. Kock will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilson was born June 15, 1949, at Manitowoc, son of Wayne B. and Evelyn Awe 
Wilson Sr., and was a senior at Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. He was a member 
of the Viking Bow and Gun Club of Valders.
Besides his parents, he is survived by a sister, Miss Judith, at home, and a 
brother, Wayne B. Jr., of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until Thursday noon and 
at the church until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 17, 1968 P. T7
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[d. 01-16-1968, Green Bay WI/age 18 yrs./bur. on Wayne B. Sr. and Evelyn Wilson lot]


EDGAR H. WILSON    (d. 1989)

Mr. Edgar H. Wilson, 83, of 4662 Highway 42, Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
December 30 (sic), 1989, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 7:45 p.m. Wednesday, January 10, at Jens Funeral 
Home. Rev. Jim Barnes will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilson was born December 5, 1906, at Manitowoc, son of the late Harry 
and Olive Williams Wilson. He attended schools in Manitowoc and the 
Milwaukee area. He married the former Althea Groth on May 5, 1928, at 
Waukegan, Illinois. The couple returned to make their home in the Manitowoc 
area. Mr. Wilson started a machinist apprenticeship in 1925 with Manitowoc 
Engineering Company and worked there until his retirement in 1972. He was 
very active in the Boy Scouting and Scout Leader from 1924 to 1926 with 
Troop No. 5. He was also active in the Christian Endeavor Society of First 
Presbyterain Church. Mr. Wilson served in the citizen Military Training 
Corps from 1926 to 1927 at which time he earned a number of boxing awards. 
He was Past Master of Manitowoc Masonic Lodge No. 65, Past High Priest of 
Manitowoc Chapter No. 1?, Past Thrice Illustrious Master Manitowoc Council 
No. 18, member of Order or Eastern Star No. 196, Past commander of Manitowoc 
Commandery No. 45. Mr. Wilson received The Wisconsin Priory Knights of The 
York Cross of Honor No. 15.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, John and Dorothy Wilson of 
Ellington, Connecticut; a daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Darrell Gilow 
of Green Bay; six grandchildren (private) and other relatives and friends 
survive. He was preceded in death by his wife, Althea, a son, and a brother.
Masonic Memorial Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday evening, 
January 10th. Friends may call at the fuenral home from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Wednesday evening. Memorials may be made to Manitowoc Masonic Lodge, Historical 
Village and AARP.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
********
Funeral services for Mr. Edgar H. Wilson, 83, of 4662 Highway 42, Manitowoc, 
who died Saturday, December 30 (sic), 1989, at Holy Family Medical Center, 
Manitowoc, will be 7:45 p.m. Wednesday at Jens Funeral Home. Rev. Jim Barnes 
will officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Masonic Memorial Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday evening. Friends 
may call at the funeral home from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Memorials may be made to 
Manitowoc Masonic Lodge, Historical Vilage (sic) and AARP.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
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[widower of Althea Wilson/bur. on Bertha Groth lot]


ELIZABETH ROOK WILSON

MOTHER DIES AT HANSON HOME HERE ON TUESDAY
Mrs. T.F. Wilson, aged 77, mother of Mrs. Elton Hanson, 819 Hawthorne Terrace, 
died at the home of her daughter, Tuesday. Mrs. Wilson, whose home was in 
Weyauwega, Wis., spent much of her time during the last few years with her 
daughter in this city. 
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 1:30 from the Hanson home, the 
Rev. Phipps officiating. Besides Mrs. Hanson, the deceased is survived by another 
daughter, Mrs. Josephine Ballard of San Francisco and three grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Jan. 3, 1934 page 2
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[bur. 01-05-1934/age 76 yrs/cause: cerebral hemorrhage/bur. on Elton Hanson lot]


ERMA GRACE (HARGRAVES PILGER) WILSON

Erma G. Wilson, age 101, a resident of Rivers Bend Health and Rehabilitation 
Center, died Sunday, June 18, 2006, at Rivers Bend. 
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, June 23, 2006, at Immanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, 916 Pine St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Glenn Unke will 
officiate with burial at Evergreen Cemetery. 
The former Erma Hargraves was born March 7, 1905, in Manitowoc County, daughter 
of the late Elijah and Louisa Klemme Hargraves. She was a member of the first 
graduating class of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, in 1924. On July 27, 1926, 
Erma was married to Rhinehart Pilger in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 
1965. On June 14, 1974, Erma was married to John N. Wilson in Manitowoc. He 
preceded her in death on May 7, 1996. In 1943, Erma obtained her certified nursing 
assistant certificate and became a member of the U.S. Citizens Defense Corps during 
World War II. She was also an active volunteer for the American Red Cross during 
the war and was rewarded for her meritorious personal service. She worked for Holy 
Family Hospital for several years and later continued to volunteer her time at both 
a local nursing home and delivering meals on wheels. Emma's strong willed 
independence kept her active throughout her life, to even shooting basketball hoops 
in her 90's, and her sharp and perceptive memory stayed with her into her 100 years. 
She was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church. 
Survivors include one sister-in-law: Mabel Tapp of Hustisford; nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two brothers, three 
sisters, two brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law. Relatives and friends may 
call at the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church on Friday at 6 p.m. until the 
time of service at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations would be 
appreciated for Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Grade School in Erma's name. 
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc, is serving the Wilson 
family. 
Erma's family would like to thank the staff of Rivers Bend Health and Rehabilitation 
Center for their kind care shown to Erma during her stay there.
Herald Times Reporter, June 2006


EVELYN WILSON

Evelyn Wilson, age 76, of 3609 Custer St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday, March 20, 
2002, at her daughter's home surrounded by her family.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 23, 2002, at The Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Robert Drobka 
with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born Jan. 16, 1926, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Emile and Elsie 
Frosch Awe. In 1944 she married Wayne B. Wilson Sr. in Indiana. He preceded her 
in death March 16, 1976. Evelyn was employed in the laundry department at Holy 
Family Memorial Medical Center for many years until her retirement.
Survivors include a son: Wayne Wilson Jr., Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law: 
Judy and David Wanek, Manitowoc; six grandchildren: Kim Stevens and Mark Miller, 
Green Bay; William Nething and his wife, Kelly, Manitowoc; Cori Wilson, Austin, 
Texas; Melissa Wanek, Kritin Hrudka and her husband, Eric; David Wanek, all of 
Manitowoc; four great-grandchildren: Hannah Stevens, Bryce Miller, Cassandra 
Wanek and Maxwell Wanek; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Matt and Ann Lambries, 
Louie Lambries, all of Manitowoc; four sisters and two brothers-in-law: Esther 
Sittman, Violet and Jack Wester, Bette and Louis Schram, all of Manitowoc; Lee 
Lampada, Kenosha. Also surviving is a sister-in-law, Carole Awe, Manitowoc; along 
with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death 
by a son, Dennis; two brothers: Henry Lambries and Howard Awe.
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation 
Care Center, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Saturday until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
There will be no Friday evening visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, March 21, 2002 P. A3


GEORGE L. WILSON

George L. Wilson, 94, formerly of 2203 S. 18th Street, Manitowoc, a Manitowoc 
Health Care resident, died Thursday morning, May 18, 1989 at Holy Family Medical 
Center, Manitowoc. Private family services were held Tuesday, May 23, 1989 at 
1:30 pm at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. John H. Rasmussen officiated 
and burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilson was born September 8, 1894 at New York, New York. He married the former 
Mary Foster on April 19, 1926. She preceded him in death on May 16, 1969. He then 
married the former Mabel Gass on July 29, 1971.
Survivors include his wife, Mabel of Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, 
Phyllis and Ervin Bartosch of Texas and Pauline and Harold Low of Texas; a step 
son and his wife, Clarence and Doris Gass of Manitowoc; two step daughters and 
their husbands, Dolores and Jack Jackson of Florida and Audrey and Robert Wyszynski 
of Manitowoc; five grandchildren; ten great grandchildren and one great great 
grandchild.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., May 23, 1989 page B8
*********
[d. 05-18-1989/age 94 yrs./cremains/widower of Mabel Wilson/
bur. on Clarence R. Gass Jr. lot]


HUBERT H. WILSON

Hubert H. Wilson, 40, of 1002 Orchard Dr., Manitowoc, died Monday evening in 
the family residence. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday in Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Frank L. Kroll will officiate and burial 
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wilson was born June 14, 1937 in Two Rivers, son of the Hubert O. Wilson 
and the late Mary Rehbein Wilson. Mr. Wilson married Merle Halbman June 13, 
1959 in Evansville. He was a graduate of Two Rivers High School and University 
of Wisconsin in 1959 with a degree in pharmacy. He was employed as a pharmacist 
with Margenau Drug Store, Two Rivers. Mr. Wilson was an avid organizer and 
member of Ducks Unlimited Chapter of Manitowoc, Manitowoc Fish and Game, 
Northeastern Wisconsin Great Lake Sport Fishermen, Manitowoc Yacht club and 
Kiwanis Club of Two Rivers.
Survivors include his wife, a son, Lance and two daughters, Laurie and Melanie 
at home; his father, Hubert of Two Rivers and a sister and brother-in-law, Linda 
and Robert Shulman of Tahoe, Calif.
Friends may call in Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 
Thursday morning until the time of service. Memorials may be made to Ducks 
Unlimited local chapter.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Tuesday, Jan. 31, 1978 - page 3
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[lot under wife's name, Mrs. Merle F. Wilson]


JOHN NORMAN WILSON    (d. 1996)

John N. Wilson, age 95, of 2125 LaFollette Avenue, Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
evening, May 7, 1996, at his residence.
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, May 10, 1996, at Immanuel 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Rev. Glenn H. Unke will officiate with 
burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born April 12, 1901, in the Township of Gibson, Manitowoc County, son of 
the late Norman and Emma Stueck Wilson. He grew up in the Township of Gibson, 
attending local schools. John move to Manitowoc as a young man where he owned 
and operated Khail and Wilson Tire and Batery Company during the 1930's. He 
worked during World War II at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company working on 
submarines. In later years, he worked for Yanda Motor company retiring in 1963. 
He was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was married to Mary Shimon in November 
of 1923. She preceded him in death in 1973. He then married Erma Pilger June 14, 
1974, at Manitowoc. He is a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, Erma; one daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Jule 
Zipperer of Branch; one grandson, Mark and his wife, Leigh Zipperer of Atlanta, 
Ga.; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Raymond and Olivia Wilson of Maribel, 
Norman and Mildred Wilson of Mishicot; one sister, Mabel Tappe of Hustisford, 
Wis.; also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was 
preceded in death by two sisters, Nora Wilda and Viola Wegner.
Memorials would be appreciated to Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church or Manitowoc 
Lutheran High school.
Relatives and friends may call on Friday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church 
from 10 to 11 a.m.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Services of Manitowoc is serving his family.
Herald Times Reporter, May 8, 1996 P. A2
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[widower of Mary Wilson]


LOUISE WILSON

Mrs. Stanley Wilson, 53, of Route 2, Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon at her 
home following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Theo Uetzmann officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wilson, nee Louise Hallden??, was born in 1898 in Rockford, Ill., and moved 
to Green Bay in 1920. She and Mr. Wilson came to Manitowoc in 1942.
Survivors are the husband; two daughters, Mrs. Cliff Champagne and Mrs. Joseph 
Jagemann Jr., of Manitowoc; four brothers, Erland, Gustave, Jarl and Lenart of 
Rockford; three sisters, Mrs. Alfrieda Kuppe, Mrs. Florence Gendle and Miss 
Mildred of Rockford; two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 28, 1952   P. 2
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[bur. 01-29-1952/age 53 yrs./bur. on Dorothy Jagemann lot]


MABEL A. GASS WILSON

Mabel A. Wilson, age 87, formerly of 2203 S. 18th Street, Manitowoc, died Thursday 
morning, May 28, 1992 at The Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 30, 1992, at the St. Paul Lutheran 
Church. The Rev. Robert Simensen officiating, with burial to follow at the Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born March 3, 1905, in the town of Franklin, Wis., daughter of the late 
Anton and Gena Gulliksn Olson. She married Clarence Gass on April 21, 1925 in 
Menominee, Mich. He preceded her in death September 26, 1969. She married George 
Wilson, July 29, 1971, in Manitowoc, Wis. He preceded her in death  May 18, 1989. 
She was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Clarence and Doris Gass, Manitowoc; 
two daughters and sons-in-law, Dolores and Jack Jackson, Florida, Audrey and Robert 
Wyszynski, Manitowoc; one sister, Mrs. Bennett (Alphea) Kumbalek, Appleton; four 
grandchildren; two great grandsons; two step daughters and their husbands, nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by three brothers 
and four sisters.
Friends may call at the church from 10 a.m. Saturday until the time of services. There 
will be no Friday evening visitation. The Pfeffer Funeral Home assisted the family 
with funeral arrangements.
I am not there
Do not stand 
at my grave and weep
I am not there, I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow 
I am the diamond glints on snow
I am the sunlight 
on ripened grain
I am the gentle autumn rain
When you awaken
in the morning hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight
I am the soft stars
that shine at night
Do not stand
at my grave and cry
I am not there, I did not die.
Herald Times Reporter, May 29, 1992
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[widow of Clarence Gass and George Wilson]


MARY WILSON    (d. 1973)

Mrs. John (Mary) Wilson, 74, of 2224 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc, died Thursday at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a brief illness. Funeral services 
will be at 1:30 pm Saturday at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, Pine Street, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Glenn H. Unke will officiate and burial will be in Knollwood 
Memorial Gardens, Town of Kossuth (sic).
Mrs. Wilson, nee Mary Shimon, was born Feb. 12, 1899 in the Town of Copperstown, 
daughter of the late Wencil and Rose Valible Shimon. She was married to John N. 
Wilson Nov. 26, 23 at Manitowoc. She was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran 
church.
Survivors include her husband, four brothers, Albert of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, Edward 
and Victor of Manitowoc and John of Rt. 1, Cato; six sisters, Mrs. Harry (Helen) 
Wichihowski, Mrs. Ann Christman, Mrs. Blanche Herman, Mrs. Yarmilla Fuller and 
Miss Vlasta Shimon of - illegible - (Viola) Petska of Denmark; and nieces and 
nephews.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 to 9 o'clock 
this Friday evening and at the church from non Saturday until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., May 4, 1973 page 3


THOMAS F. WILSON

WEYAUWEGA BANKER DIES IN THIS CITY
After a lingering illness which for the past three years had confined him to 
bed, Thomas F. Wilson of Weyauwega, died yesterday at the residence of his 
daughter, Mrs. Elton Hanson with whom he had been making his home. 
The deceased was born in New York City on January 27, 1855 and came to Wisconsin 
at the age of 10. He was married in 1880 and later became a cashier in the 
Farmer's and Merchant's Bank of Weyauwega, which position he held up to the time 
of his death. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Josephine Ballard of San 
Francisco and Mrs. Elton M. Hanson of this city; three grandchildren and two 
brothers.
The remains may be viewed at the Frazier Mortuary from 3 o'clock this afternoon 
until 8 o'clock Saturday morning when it will be shipped to Weyauwega for burial. 
Funeral services will be held at the Masonic Temple at Weyauwega.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thurs., Aug. 13, 1931 page 11
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(originally buried in Weyauwega and then moved to Evergreen)
[Mr. T.F. Wilson/bur. 10-29-1932/died at Weyauwega, WI/cause: uremia/removed from
Weyauwega WI/bur. on Elton Hanson lot]


VIOLA CAREY WILSON

Mrs. Viola Carey Wilson died Friday afternoon at the home of her sister, Mrs. 
J. J. Trudel, at 854 N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, following a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Monday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and at 9:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The Rev. Claude LeClair will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. 
Mrs. Wilson was born April 19, 1883, at Osman, daughter of the late John and 
Honora Sexton Carey. She attended schools at Osman and Chicago and was graduated 
from Albany, N.Y., High School. She was employed for several years in the 
purchasing department of Hamilton Manufacturing Co., Two Rivers. She went to Los 
Angeles, Calif., in 1906 and four years later was married to Atty. Howard Morris 
who died a short time after their marriage. She was married to Howard Wilson at 
Los Angeles in 1926 and was employed with the Veterans Administration at Los 
Angeles for 10 years before returning to Manitowoc in 1958. She had since made 
her home with her sister, Mrs. Trudel.
Survivors include her sister and a brother, Thomas Carey, of Seattle, Wash.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home where the Rosary will 
be prayed at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 24, 1962  P. 3
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[bur. on Emil Teitgen lot]


WAYNE B. WILSON SR.

Wayne B. Wilson Sr.., 50, of 3609 Custer St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning 
at Veterans Hospital, Wood, Wis.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Kock will officiate with burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc. Graveside military services will be accorded Mr. Wilson by 
Amvets Post No. 99.
Mr. Wilson was born April 1, 1925, at Reynolds, Ind., son of the late Guy and 
Nettie Stelhorn Wilson. He married Evelyn Awe in 1944 at Monon, Ind., settling in 
Manitowoc after their marriage. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the 
U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1946 in the submarine service in the Asiatic and Pacific 
theaters. He had been a member of Submarine Veterans of World War II and Disabled 
American Veterans.
Survivors include his wife, a son, Wayne Jr., and a daughter, Mr. David (Judith Mae) 
Wanek of Manitowoc six brothers, Ronald, Homer, Glenn and Myron, of California, 
Lawrence, of Reynolds and Virgil, of St. Clair, Mich.; three sisters, Mrs. Earl 
(Eva) Williams, of Los Angeles, Calif., Mrs. Clyde (Edith) McCormick, of Johnston 
City, Ill., and Mrs. Ed (Phyllis) Warner, of California and three grandchildren. 
A son, Dennis, a brother, Woodrow, and two sisters, Emily and Helen, preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday until noon Friday, 
when the casket will be moved to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 17, 1976  P. 3
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[d. at Wood WI]


WILLIAM WILSON

William Wilson, 51, Dies Wednesday at Hospital 
William Wilson, 51, of 116 North Ninth street, passed away Wednesday afternoon 
at the hospital. He has been in failing health for the past six months. He has 
been a resident of the county for the past four years and located on North 9th 
street last July, where he established a soft drink parlor. He is survived by 
his wife, three children, Elmer, Melvin and Marian, an aged father, Thomas 
Wilson of Algoma, two brothers and two sisters. 
Funeral services will be held at 830 Friday morning from the Pfeffer parlors and 
at 9 from the Sacred Heart church, with interment at Evergreen. The parlors will 
be open tonight from seven to nine for those wishing to view the remains.
Manitowoc Herald News, February 26, 1931  P. 11
*******
[cause: myocarditis]


EDWARD WILTGEN

SAD DEATH OF YOUTH AFTER A WEEK'S ILLNESS 
Edward Wiltgen, known to his friends as "Buddy" and one of the most popular 
young men of the city, is no more. Death claimed him at the hospital Sunday 
after an illness of only one week and the announcement brings keen sorrow of 
personal loss to all who knew him as a bright, promising youth, just entering 
upon manhood's estate. Decedent, who was a son of Mrs. Louise Wiltgen, 721 
Green street, was born in the city on October 13, 1904 and graduated from the 
High school in 1922. During his four years in High school he made many friends, 
being interested in a number of the school societies and he was also a member 
of the track team. Since his graduation he has been employed in the Glander 
Art Studio and just a week ago suffered a nervous breakdown which resulted in 
his death.
Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from the home, 
721 Green Street and burial will be at Evergreen cemetery, Rev. O. A. Menke to 
officiate.
Besides his mother Mrs. Louise Wiltgen he is survived by one sister, Mrs. 
Rueben Krueger who resides at St. Nazianz. 
Manitowoc Herald News, November 12, 1923 P. 2
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[bur 11-13-1923/cause: encephalitis lethargica/bur. on Louise Wiltgen lot]


JACOB WILTGEN

TWO DEAD IN SINKING OF BARGE
Jacob Wiltchen(sic), This City, One of Men Missing in Loss of Stone Barge
LOST OFF TWO RIVERS WHILE ENROUTE HERE
Two men may have died in the loss of the stone barge Baldwin, which was sunk off 
Two Rivers point at an early hour this morning, while enroute to this city from 
Sturgeon Bay with stone for the Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co., one of the missing 
men being Jacob Wiltgen, of this city. One other man on the barge escaped but no 
trace has been found of the two missing.
With a scow, also loaded with stone for the local harbor, the Baldwin was in two 
of a tug of the Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. When off Two Rivers point at 2 
o'clock this morning, the barge sprung a leak and sank. Two of three men on the 
barge failed to escape and are believed to have lost their lives, Jacob Wiltgen, 
this city and an unknown man said to be from Sturgeon Bay. The scow did not sink. 
The Two Rivers Life Saving crew was dispatched to the scene but the bodies have not 
been recovered.
Wiltchen, the local man who is missing is 35 years of age and had made his home here 
for some years, being a roomer at the house of Horal Nelson on N. Ninth Street. The 
men were provided with life preservers but could not escape.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Aug. 27, 1908 page 1
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ONE OF MISSING MEN IS RESCUED
Capt. Heins, Thought Lost With Baldwin is Picked up by Str. Carolina
Clinging to a piece of the wreckage of the boat, Capt. George Heins of Sturgeon Bay, 
reported lost in the sinking of the barge Baldwin off Two Rivers point, was picked 
up by the Goodrich Steamer Carolina six miles off Kewaunee at 3 o'clock Thursday 
afternoon, thirteen hours after the accident and brought to this city. Nothing has 
been heard of Jacob Wiltgen, of this city, a second member of the crew missing after 
the wreck and it is feared he has been lost.
According to Heins who was the Captain of the Baldwin, the loss of the barge was due 
to its over turning. With Wiltgen, the missing man, Captain Heins escaped from the boat 
and the two secured life preservers. Hein caught a piece of the steps of the wrecked 
boat and Wiltgen secured a plank and clinging to the two timbers the men were carried 
out into the lake. They remained together, within hailing distance, as late as 11 
o'clock Thursday morning when they were separated by waves and Wiltgen was carried 
forward toward the shore and last sighted by Heins was attempting to make land. At 3 
o'clock in the afternoon when about ? miles off Kewaunee, Heins was sighted by the 
Goodrich steamer Carolina in command of Capt. McCauley, this city and a boat was 
immediately lowered to his assistance and in just eight minutes, he had been taken 
aboard the Carolina and was brought to this city.
Searching parties from this city and Two Rivers, including the Two Rivers Life Saving 
Crew were on the lake all day Thursday in an effort to rescue the missing man from the 
Baldwin and when Hein's rescue was reported, the search was renewed and continued until 
a late hour. There is a chance that Wiltgen was picked up by some steamer and will be 
carried to some northern port or he may have reached shore and have been unable to 
communicate with friends here yet. There was a heavy sea running and both men were in 
grave danger and Wiltgen may have become exhausted and have been lost. The search has 
not been abandoned and friends are hopeful that he was rescued.
Adolph Green of Green Bay, owner of the Baldwin, renewed the search for Wiltgen today 
when he left here with the tug Torrent to visit the scene of the wreck and see whether 
there is any chance of raising the boat and its cargo. The Torrent will make a search 
in hope of locating Wiltgen if he has been rescued at some point between this city and 
Green Bay. Up to 3 this afternoon there had been no trace found of the missing man. 
The rescue of Heins is the third which has been made by the Carolina, Capt. McCauley's 
boat this season, an unusual record and one of which the government will take recognition 
of. The other rescues were made near Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Aug. 28, 1908 page 1
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The body of Jacob Wiltgen from here, a man who lost his life in the sinking of
the barge "Baldwin", was brought here Monday and buried in the city cemetery. The
body had been found by fisherman on the beach near Sturgeon Bay. Despite wearing
a cork life-jacket, the man had died. Wiltgen leaves a widow living here, a
brother in Two Rivers, and another brother in Port Washington.
Der Nord Westen, 03 Sept. 1908 
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WILTGEN'S BODY BROUGHT HERE
Fishermen Recovered Body of Dead Sailor Off Baldwin
Found on the beach two miles from Sturgeon Bay by fisherman of the city Saturday 
afternoon the body of Jacob Wiltgen, the Manitowoc sailor who lost his life as a 
result of the sinking of the barge Baldwin, was brought here at noon today and 
burial services were held from the vault at Evergreen Cemetery at 3, Rev. Kreuger 
officiating. Wiltgen's death was due to drowning and probably occurred sometime 
Thursday and the body was carried onto the beach at Sturgeon. Alex Wiltgen of Port 
Washington, a brother of the dead man and Jacob Wiltgen, Two Rivers, a cousin were 
here to take charge of the body. A widow also survives Wiltgen who was 35 years of 
age and had resided here for several years. The burial was in Evergreen.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Aug. 31, 1908
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TO SUE FOR LOSS WILTGEN'S LIFE
Great Lakes Co., to Be Asked to Pay Damages to Estate
Damages for loss of the life of Jacob Wiltgen, who was a victim of the barge Baldwin 
disaster last Thursday, may be demanded of the Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co., in a 
suit in behalf of the widow and the estate. Attorney's are said to have been retained 
in the case.
Charges to be made as a basis for the action will be that the Baldwin was not provided 
with a life boat, as required by law, that the company was negligent and that the 
Captain was negligent in not having made an effort to rescue the two men in the water 
after having taken aboard a third who escaped from the Baldwin. It is claimed that 
the watchman of the tug should have noted the sinking of the barge and it will be 
contended that the company is liable for alleged neglect of the crew of the tug. It 
is said that $10,000 will be demanded in the suit.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., Sept. 1, 1908
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SAY WILTGEN HAD TO TAKE OWN RISK
Defense in Damage Suit for Death of Local Man to Make this Contention
A contention that Wiltgen was not an employe of the company and that he was a 
passenger, riding without compensation to the company for the accommodation and 
therefore assumed his own risks, will be a part of the defense raised by Adolph 
Green of Green Bay, owner of the barge, Baldwin in the $5000 damage suit which 
has been instituted by relatives of Jacob Wiltgen, a sailor of this city who 
lost his life in the sinking of the Baldwin a month ago. It will be claimed by 
Green and the defense that under the circumstances the barge owner was not 
responsible as a public carrier to safeguard the life of the dead man.  
Wiltgen was an employe of the Great Lakes Co., it is contended and was riding on 
the Baldwin as such with no connection with Green, the owner, and it will be 
argued that the boat owner cannot be held in the case. The point raised applies 
only where the individual losing his life is a passenger and not a member of the 
crew and this will be the contention of the defense. In a statement in the 
Sturgeon Bay Advocate, Otto Green, manager for Adolph Green,, owner of the Baldwin, 
denies the charges of negligence made in the complaint in the Wiltgen case and 
declares that the captain and crew of the tug Torrent, which had the lost boat 
in tow, will substantiate the denial as witnesses for the defense.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., Sept. 25, 1908
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SUFFERS BAD BURNS
Jacob Wiltgen, Engineer at Grimms, Meets with Accident and is Hurt
As the result of the overturning of a can of boiling water on his leg, Jacob Wiltgin, employed 
by the Landreth Pea Packing Company at Grimms, was seriously burned and suffered most 
painful injuries that necessitated his removal to the hospital in this city where he will be confined 
for some time. Wiltgin was burned about the calf of his leg and so severe is the injury that there 
is much danger from it. The accident happened Tuesday afternoon while Wiltgin was at work 
and the man was brought here in the evening. It is not thought that the limb will have to be 
amputated.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Wed., July 20, 1904 
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[bur. 08-29-1908/cause: drowning]


LOUISE WILTGEN

Mrs. Jacob Wiltgen, 65, of 721 Green street, lifelong resident of city 
and county, died this morning at the Holy Family hospital of a heart 
ailment.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home, the Rev. A.C. Fischer officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Wiltgen, nee Louise Schmidt, was born in Manitowoc Rapids in 1880 
and 44 years ago was married to Mr. Wiltgen. He died 38 years ago.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Reuben Krueger of route 1, Valders; two 
brothers, Fred of North Fond du Lac and Walter of this city; two sisters, 
Mrs. Minnie Ladwig and Mrs. Herbert Koepke of this city; and two 
grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Sunday noon until the 
hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, February, 8, 1946 P.2
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[d. 02-08-1946/age 65 yrs.]


FRANK WILTMAN

Frank Wiltman Sr., 70, of Rt. 3, Denmark, died Sunday at home.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and 
Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dale Tutjie will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wiltman was born Feb. 8, 1903, at Kewaunee, son of the late Cyril 
and Anna Fictum Wiltman. He married Rose M. Wacek Sept. 14, 1926, at 
Manitowoc, living in the city for two and a half years and then farming 
until retiring in 1969. His wife preceded him in death in April, 1971.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Two children preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, State 
Street entrance.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. June 4, 1973
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[d. 06-03-1973 at Denmark WI/age 70 yrs.]
(08 Feb 1903/Jun 1973/SSDI)


ROSE M. WILTMAN

Mrs. Frank Wiltman, 66, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, died Thursday at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitwooc.
Mrs. Wiltman, nee Rose M. Wacek, was born May 13, 1904, in the Town of 
Franklin, Kewaunee County, daughter of the late Joseph and Antoinette 
Valenta Wacek. She was married to Frank Wiltman Sept. 14, 1926, at 
Manitowoc. The couple resided at Manitowoc for 2 1/2 years and then 
farmed until retirement in 1969.
Survivors include her husband; a son, Frank Jr., of Rt. 3, Denmark; a 
brother, Edward, of Denmark; three sisters, Mrs. Frank Streeter of Ventura, 
Calif., Mrs. William Lukes of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Frank Knadle of 
Manitowoc and four grandchildren. Two children preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Sunday until the time of 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 9, 1971
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[d. 04-08-1971/age 66 yrs./wife of Frank Wiltman]


MARKUS M. WIMMER

Mark M. Wimmer, age 68, of 3510 Joseph Road, Manitowoc, died Thursday, July 6, 
1995, at his residence.
Funeral Services will be held Monday, July 10, 1995, at 11 a.m. at First German 
Evangelical Lutheran Church. Officiating will be Rev. Bruce Bitter with burial 
to follow at a later date at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mark was born January 28, 1927, in Manitowoc, son of the late Michael and 
Elizabeth Kautzer Wimmer. He attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with 
the Class of 1944 from Lincoln High School. He served in the Air Force and Navy 
in World War II. He married Shirley Eucke on September 4, 1993, in Manitowoc. 
He was a member of First German Ev. Lutheran Church, a volunteer for the Manitowoc 
Visitors Center, and Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department.
Survivors include his wife, Shirley Wimmer, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-
law, Eric and Karen Nelson, Champaign, Ill.; three step-children, Jerry (Valerie) 
Eucke, Denver, Colo., Dennis (Rose) Eucke, Milwaukee, Todd (Laurie) Eucke, Aurora, 
Ill; five sisters and three brothers-in-law, Margaret and Bill Blanchard, Hesperia, 
Calif., Dorothy Elfner, Manitowoc, Louella and Carl Engelking, Baraboo, Violet and 
Mac McMahon, Barraboo, Corrine Dailey, Garden Grove, Calif; two sisters-in-law and 
one brother-in-law, Carol and Bill Ballmann, Manitowoc, LaVerne Weber, Manitowoc. 
Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death 
by two sisters, Jean and Mitzie.
Friends may call Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church.
Memorials may be made to the First German Ev. Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
There will be no Sunday evening visitation.
The Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with the funeral arrangements.
Special thanks to Dr. Barylak and staff and Holy Family Memorial Medical Center 
Home Care.
Herald Times Reporter, July 7, 1995 P. A2
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[cremains/married/bur. on Thomas and Shirley Eucke lot]


BABETTE WIMPF

PIONEER OF CITY, RESIDENT HERE FOR 72 YEARS, PASSES AWAY
Mrs. Babette Wimpf Came Here in 46 and Had Always Made Home in City-
Was Mother of Mrs. H. Hinrichs
Death claimed one of the oldest settlers of Manitowoc last night when 
Mrs. Babette Wimpf, mother of Mrs. Henry Hinrichs, passed away at the 
home of her daughter, 815? Buffalo street at advanced age. Mrs. Wimpf's 
death was due to infirmities of age though up to two months ago she had 
been about and active. A resident of the city for seventy-two years, 
Mrs. Wimpf was one of the few of the earlier day pioneers remaining. 
The recent death of Mrs. Bloquelle, childhood companion of Mrs. Wimpf 
had deeply affected Mrs. Wimpf and since the death of Mrs. Bloquelle 
she had failed rapidly. Mrs. Wimpf was born at Amorbach, Germany and 
came to Manitowoc in 1846 as a child. Married to Charles Wimpf in 1852, 
deceased, at the outbreak of the war when her husband enlisted with the 
army engaged in millinery business and up until 1887 continued the 
business. Mr. Wimpf was county surveyor and engaged in government work 
for years. During the long residence in the city Mrs. Wimpf had taken a 
prominent part in city social life and was well known. She was a woman 
whose ambition knew no bounds and who took a keen interest in all public 
questions and the news of the day. Mrs. Wimpf was a reader and student 
and had a keen interest in all the news of the day in which she kept 
posted by constant reading. She was a woman of wide charity and many 
enjoyed her benefactions and will cherish a loving memory of her. There 
is but one surviving child, Mrs. Hinrichs. The funeral will be held from 
the Hinrichs home Friday afternoon at 2. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, April 02, 1919 Page 1 
*******
(Barbara Wimpf/d. 1 Apr. 1919/cause: old age/from record of St. James Epis.
ch., Manitowoc)
[Mrs. Wimpf/bur. 04-04-1919/cause: acute myocarditis]


CHARLES WIMPF

Death of 61 yr. old Carl Wimpf Tues. morning in the home of his 
son-in-law Henry Hinrichs. The funeral was this afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, September 20, 1888
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Charles Wimpf died quite suddenly at the home of his son-in-law, 
Henry Hinrichs, on Tuesday morning. His death was the result of 
creeping paralysis. Mr. Wimpf was born in Weilburg, Germany in 
1843 (sic), and was at first educated at a French Institute in 
Friederichsdorf, his parents being some of the Huegenot exiles. 
Later he attended a Polytechnic Institute at Darmstadt and received 
special training in two other German Universities. He took part in 
the Schleswich-Holstein war and came to Manitowoc in 1854 and was 
married in 1857, having one child, Mrs. Hinrichs. He was engaged in 
the business of surveying until the breaking out of the war, when 
he entered the Union service in Missouri as a Lieutenant and later 
was given the command of a flying battery. Later he was in the 
government service as an engineer and made surveys in Nebraska and 
Wyoming Territory.
He was a man of excellent education and in the practical and 
theoretical knowledge of civil engineering had few superiors. He 
was a draughtsman of rare ability and could have constant employment 
from the government, but the confinement of an office was irksome to 
him. Of late years he lived at Little Chute, Outagamie county.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, September 20, 1888 P. 3
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[cause: apoplexy of the heart]


CHARLEY WINARZ

Charles Winarz, Struck By Auto Sunday, is Dead
Sustained Fractured Skull; First Fatality of 1946 in County
Injuries suffered by Charles Winarz, 54, of 1502 Clark street, when struck on
a west side street Sunday night by a car driven by Frank Marshek, of route 4,
Manitowoc, proved fatal last night. Winarz, who sustained a fractured skull,
died at the Holy Family hospital.
(snip/traffic stats)
The accident happened on Clark street between 15th and 16th street, Marshek 
told police that Winarz walked into the left side of his car. He was moved to
the hospital in the city ambulance.
Mr. Winarz was born in Poland in 189?, and came to the United States at the 
age of 19 years. He was employed on a farm in Newton, and later moved to this
city. Recently he has been employed by the Aluminum Specialty company.
A sister, Mrs. Ben Horodko of Melrose Park, Ill. is the only survivor.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Urbanek and Schlei
funeral home, the Rev. F.C. St. Clair officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen
cemetery.
The body may be viewed after 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, January 23, 1946  p.1


CORNELIA E. WINDIATE

DEATH COMES TO MRS. T. WINDIATE, PIONEER RESIDENT
Death Sudden and Shock to Friends, Mrs. Windiate Having Been 
Witness in Court on Tuesday. Here 60 Years
Stricken late yesterday, Mrs. Cornelia W. Windiate, widow of the 
late Thomas Windiate, and one of the pioneer women of the city, 
survived but a few hours, death coming to her at an early hour 
this morning. Though Mrs. Windiate suffered a severe illness last 
winter while visiting in the South and had never fully recovered, 
she was up and about up to within a short time of her death, the 
announcement of which will be a great shock to friends. Mrs. 
Windiate was down town Tuesday when she appeared as a witness in 
circuit court in a case in which she was interested. She returned 
home late in the day and suffered an attack of illness but had 
apparently recovered yesterday and spent the day with her daughter, 
Mrs. Payne of Oil City, who was visiting here. Last evening she was 
again taken ill and was under care of a physician and early this 
morning passed away. 
For sixty years Mrs. Windiate had been a resident of this city. She 
was born at Trout River, near Malone, N.Y. Dec. 19, 1835 and was 
married to Mr. Windiate at Pontiac, Mich., Nov. 13, 1851. The couple 
removed here and Mrs. Windiate had since made her residence in the 
city. Mr. Windiate was for a long term of years proprietor of the 
Windiate House, in early days the leading hotel of the city. Mr. 
Windiate died six years ago. Mrs. Windiate was a life-long member 
of the Episcopal church and up to the time of her death took an 
active interest in the church in which her son, Thomas Windiate, 
is arch-deacon at Nashville, Tenn. Five children survive Mrs. 
Windiate, being Ida E. Markham, Belle Nyhagen, this city; Rev. 
Thomas Windiate, Nashville, Tenn.; Burt W. Windiate, Chicago and 
Mrs. Cornelia Payne of Oil City, Pa. One brother, George Wallis, 
of Los Angeles, and a sister, Augusta Clark of Los Angeles also 
survive. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, April 20, 1917, Page 1
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Mrs. Cornelia Windiate, widow of the late Thomas Windiate, died 
Friday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. G.A. Nyhagen, 
North 8th street. She had poor health for some time but was not 
thought to be dangerously ill and the news of her death was a 
shock to her many friends here. She spent the winter in Tennessee 
with her son, Rev. Thos. Windiate and returned to the city a short 
time ago.
The deceased was 82 years of age, having been born at Trout River 
near Malone, N.Y., on Dec 19, 1835. On Nov. 13, 1851, she was united 
in marriage to Thomas Windiate at Pontiac, Mich., after which they 
moved to this city, making their home here for sixty years.
She is survived by five children, her husband having preceded her 
in death six years ago. Those surviving are Mrs. Ida E. Markham and 
Mrs. Belle Nyhagen of this city; Thomas Windiate of Nashville, Burt W. 
Windiate of Chicago and Mrs. Cornelia Payne of Oil city, Pa.
Together with her husband she conducted the Windiate house which was 
the leading hotel of this city from the time Mr. Windiate came here 
and for many years later.
Mrs. Windiate had many warm friends in this city. She was a sincere 
Christian woman and was well liked by all who knew her for her kindly 
ways and generous disposition.
The funeral was held Monday. Interment was in Evergreen cemetery.
The Manitowoc Pilot, Tuesday, April 26, 1917 Page 1
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[bur. 04-23-1917/cause: acute myocarditis/bur.on Thomas Windiate lot]


ISABEL WINDIATE

From the Manitowoc Herald, 29 Sep 1859:
Isabel Windiate died, the daughter Thomas and Cornelia E. Windiate.
*******
On the 28th inst., Isabel, infant daughter of Thomas and Cornelia E. 
Windiate, age 10 months and 28 days.
The Manitowoc Pilot, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, September 30, 1859 P. 3


THOMAS WINDIATE  (d. 1911)

DEATH ENDS LONG LIFE OF T. WINDIATE
One of City's Oldest Pioneers summoned to His Final Rest.
LAST CHARTER MEMBER OF MASONS
Thomas Windiate one of the oldest pioneers settlers of Manitowoc city 
and county, the only surviving charter member of the Masonic lodge in 
this city and a man who was identified more prominently with early day 
business and commercial life of Manitowoc than perhaps any other, died 
at 4 o'clock this morning at the family home 834 N. Eighth street. Mr. 
Windiate who was 84 years of age had been in failing health for more 
than a year and for several months past had been confined to his home. 
However despite his illness and advanced age, Mr. Windiate retained his 
faculties up to the very close of his life.
Mr. Windiate who had been a resident of Manitowoc for fifty-six years 
was a native of England born at Sherborne, St. John Hampshire on 
January 16, 1827. He came to the Country with his parents when nine years 
old occupying the customary time of those days six weeks in crossing. The 
family settled at Pontiac, Mich and was an unuaually large one, numbering 
twenty children. When quite young he married Cornelia Elizabeth Wallis and 
they together removed to Manitowoc in the year 1855. Mr. Windiate bought 
the old National Hotel then located just east of the present Windiate Hotel, 
and later he erected during the War, the hostelry so well known for many 
years as the Windiate House and which entertained many leading men of the 
country as guests, and where stopped, in the early days, many of the 
leading citizens of the city, long since passed away.
He began a number of the leading businesses of the city. He build (sic) 
for the Government the original harbor piers. He also built the North Side 
High School building and was engaged in the ship building business and 
constructed many prominent boats launched between the years 1879 and 1880 
among them the David Vance which was the first to make the trip from Lake 
Michigan to Europe, the Cornelia B. Windiate, one of the noted wrecks that 
went down on Lake Michigan with all on board and no trace of her was ever 
found. He conducted the leading express and stage lines entering Manitowoc 
before the construction of the railroad, and was the leading spirit that 
obtained the location of the original dry docks and elevator at Manitowoc, 
and helped procure the first railroad, and was engaged in no less than five 
or six lines of business at the same time. He was the only living charter 
member of the Masonic Lodge of Manitowoc, and was a great lover of his 
family and home.
He was an original character and a self-made man, sturdy, honest, modest 
and retiring and with all the prominent parts he took in building the city 
and county, it is rather remarkable that he never held nor convassed for an 
office. He was original in his sayings, and some of his expressions have 
become by-words among his friends.
Mr. Windaite continued the management of the Windiate Hotel on York street 
for a long term of years and up to within a comparatively short time ago, 
he made his home there, removing to a private residence only when forced to 
do so by ill health. He was a familiar figure about the city and was perhaps 
one of the best known residents of the county by reason of his long residence 
and his prominence in early days.
The death of Mr. Windiate takes a man who, perhaps more than any other 
individual, contributed to the early developmentand growth of the city and 
gave to Manitowoc the foundation upon which its future was builded. His 
connection with varied industries and commercial enterprises of early days 
made him an important part of the city's life in those days and appreciated. 
Mr. Windiate was known throughout the city and was esteemed by a large circle 
of acquaintances.
His widow and five children survive him, Mrs. Herbert L. Markham, Rev. 
Archdeacon Thomas D. Windiate of Tennessee, Mrs. Henry Paine of Oil City, Pa., 
Mrs. Gustav A. Nyhagen and Mr. Burt Wallis Windiate.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, April 25, 1911 P.1
********
The funeral of the late Thomas Windiate will be held from St. James 
church at 3 tomorrow afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, April 26, 1911 P.1
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[cause: exhaustion]
********
*Note: The following is his son Burt's wedding announcement:
VISITS HOME; BRINGS BRIDE
Bert Windiate, Son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Windiate, Here on Honeymoon Trip
WIFE A CANADIAN GIRL
Parents and Friends of Groom Had no Intimation of Event which Was Celebrated at Minneapolis August 3 – to Live There
Surprising relatives and friends with the announcement of his marriage which occurred at Minneapolis on August 3, Bert Windiate with his bride is here on a honeymoon trip being guests of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Windiate. The couple were quietly wed in the Flour City and no ostentatious wedding celebration marked the event which took place at the residence of a minister there. Mutual friends witnessed the ceremony and no intimation of the affair reached her until after the wedding. Mr. Windiate needs no introduction to Manitowoc people being a former resident here and a son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Windiate. He received his early education in this city and has been a Minneapolis resident for the past three years where he has been at work as a steam heater installer. He is at present engaged with Sabiers Maurrud Company, one of the largest concerns of its kind there.
Mrs. Windiate, whose maiden name was Miss Margaret McManus, is a native of Canada, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James McManus of Manitoba and the friendship which culminated in the marriage celebrated last week was inaugurated at Minneapolis where she was employed and where the couple met for the first time. After a few weeks visit with relatives and friends here the newly wedded pair will continue their honeymoon trip that will eventually have Minneapolis as the terminus and they will go to housekeeping at once, being at home to friends after September 1. Friends and especially parents of the groom were much surprised at the announcement of the wedding and congratulations are being showered upon the two. Mrs. Windiate is a lady of charming personality and although the honeymoon trip is the first visitation to this city, is being warmly welcomed. Innumerable friends will wish the couple all the joys that come with the new state and a continuation of the auspicious inauguration of new careers.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Aug. 11, 1904

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(Order to Hear Petition for Administration.)
STATE OF WISCONSIN, Manitowoc County Court, In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of Thomas Windiate, Deceased, intestate.
On reading and filing the petition of Cornelia E. Windiate, of Manitowoc, in said county, representing among other things that Thomas Windiate, an inhabitant of said county, on the 25th day of April, A.D. 1911, at Manitowoc Wis., died intestate, leaving estate to be administered, and that the said petitioner is the widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to her granted.
It is Ordered, that said petition be heard at a general term of said County Court to be held on Tuesday, the 6th day of June, A.D. 1911, at 10 o'clock A.M., at the office of the County Judge in the city of Manitowoc, in said county.
Ordered Further, that notice of the time and place so appointed, be given to all persons interested, by publication hereof for three weeks successively, prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc, in said County.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 2nd day of May A.D. 1911.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Markham & Markham Attorneys.
Manitowoc Pilot, May 18, 1911 P. 4

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(The following obituary is his son-in-law Henry Paine):
HUSBAND OF FORMER LOCAL GIRL DEAD IN EAST
News has been received in the city of the death of Henry Payne, 
of Oil City, Pa. Mr. Payne was known here as the husband of Miss 
Corrine Windiate, daughter of Mrs. Thomas Windiate and sister of 
Mrs. G.A. Nyhagen.
Mr. Payne was 50 years of age and had been in failing health for 
some time. The burial was held at Oil City.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, November 9, 1916 P. 1


THOMAS DELONG WINDIATE   (d. 1948)

Rev. Windiate, 84, Retired Episcopal Clergyman, Dies
Formerly Dean of North convocation
The Rev. Archdeacon Thomas Delong Winiate, 84, retired Episcopal 
clergyman, and former dean of the northern convocation of the 
Episcopal diocese of Washington, D.C., died this morning at the 
Holy Family hospital.
The Rev. Mr. Windiate, who retired from the ministry in 1934 and 
came to Manitowoc a year later had been making his home in recent 
weeks at the Hotel Manitowoc. He was taken seriously ill last month.
Funeral plans are incomplete, but will be held at the St. James 
Episcopal church, with interment in Evergreen cemetery.
Born in this city in 1864, Mr. Windiate was educated and spent a great 
part of his life in the south. He was educated at the University of 
the South and was ordained at Memphis, Tenn., in 1900 after receiving 
the degree of graduate of divinity at that institution.
Active In South
He was rector of the Church of the Good Shepherd at Memphis and St. 
Paul church of the University of Arkansas, at Fayettesville, Ark. In 
addition he served at various times as dean of the convocation of 
Memphis, canon of Trinity cathedral in Arkansas and as archdeacon of 
Nashville, Tenn.
Mr. Windiate also founded the Holy Trinity church at Memphis., St. 
Raphael institute at Monterey, Tenn., where he received the degree of 
doctor of law, St. Luke community house, in Nashville, Elizabeth house, 
White Bluff, Tenn., and the Paradise Home for Children at Nashville.
In 1930 he was sent to Geneva, Switzerland, to represent the Episcopal 
church at the first conference on faith and order for the study of all 
Christians.
It was in 1933 that Mr. Windiate, pastor of the Christ Episcopal church 
at Kensington, Md., he came dean of the Episcopal diosese of Washington, 
D.C. That same year he observed his 17th anniversay as rector of the 
Kensington church.
Honored In 1947
Manitowoc townspeople honored Mr. Windiate in 1947, when a sculptured 
lifesize bronze bust of the rector, gift of James Spindler, was 
presented to him at a ceremony at the Windiate apartment. The speaker 
on that occassion was Judge Albert H. Schmidt who reviewed the history 
of the Windiate family and the long church career of Mr. Windiate. The 
bust now rests in the Rahr Civic center.
Surviving Mr. Windiate are a sister, Mrs. Earl Decker of Dixon, Tenn.; 
brother, Burt Wallis Windiate of Lindsay, Calif.; and nieces and nephews, 
including Mrs. Mark Cluver of route 2, Manitowoc.
The body is at the Frazier mortuary and funeral plans will be announced 
Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 1, 1948 P.1 
******** 
Funeral rites for the Rev. Archdeacon Thomas Delong Windiate, 84, who 
died yesterday at the Holy Family hospital will be held at 10 a.m. 
Thursday at the St. James Episcopal church. The Rev. F.C. St. Clair 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
The body may be viewed after 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Frazier mortuary.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, November 2, 1948 P.2


GURI JOHNSRUD WINDINGSTAD    (d. 1905)
  
At an early hour last Friday morning, Mrs. Nels Windingstad passed away
at the family home on North Ninth street, after an illness of more than
a half year's duration. About four months ago Mrs. Windingstad underwent
an operation, after she had been suffering for some time; but the 
operation did not benefit her, and her suffering continued until death
came to her relief.
Born in Norway in 1853, the decedent came to America when twenty-one
years old, locating at Branch, where shortly after her arrival, she
was united in marriage to Nels Windingstad, present foreman at the
Smalley Manufacturing company's plant. The maiden name of the deceased
was Miss Guri Johnsrud. In 1881 the couple came to this city, where
they have since resided continuously. Mrs. Windingstad leaves a husband
and three children to mourn her untimely summons from earth. The
children are: Mrs. John G. Kelley and Misses Hannah and Georgia. Three
brothers in Minnesota, one sister, Mrs. Strande of Branch, and one
sister in Norway also survive.
Mrs. Windingstad's departure will be deeply regretted by a large circle
of friends. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock from the
home and later from St. Paul's Norwegian Lutheran church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday Dec. 21, 1905
**********
Mrs. Nels Windingsted died Fri. morning following a long and 
difficult illness. The deceased, who was born 52 yrs. ago in 
Norway, came to America in 1873 and was married that same year 
in Jerpen to Mr. Windingsted. About 24 yrs. ago the family 
moved to Manitowoc. Mrs. Windingsted leaves her husband and 
3 children. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 21 Dec. 1905
*******
Guri Johnsrud Windingstad
birth: 13 October 1853 Ostre Slidre-Valders, Norway
death: 12 December 1905 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1905 Manitowoc
spouse: Nels Windingstad
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[Guri Windingstad/bur. 12-16-1905/age 52 yrs./cause: cancer]


NELS M. NELSON WINDINGSTAD

MANITOWOC MAN DIES AT MILWAUKEE
N.N. Windingstad to Be Brought Here for Burial
WAS IN SMALLEY PLANT FOR YEARS
Nels N. Windingstad, for years a resident of this city and formerly 
foreman at the plant of the Smalley Mfg. Co., who for two years has 
been making his home at Milwaukee, died in that city last night and 
the body will be brought here for burial at 4:25 tomorrow, the funeral 
being held from the N.W. station at that time.
Mr. Windingstad's death followed an illness of short time and occurred 
at a Milwaukee hospital. Relatives were summoned to his beside yesterday, 
there being no hope of recovery.
For some time Mr. Windingstad had been associated with a large 
manufacturing concern at Milwaukee and was taken ill three weeks ago 
and later removed to the hospital. He was about 54 years of age and 
is survived by three daughters, Mrs. John G. Kelley, of Waukesha, 
Miss Hannah Nelson, of Chicago, and Mrs. Ed Knutzen, of Green Bay. 
Mrs. Windingstad died several years ago.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, May 2, 1913 P.1
********
Body of N. N. Windingstad Laid to Rest Here
Many friends assembled at the Northwestern station Saturday afternoon to attend 
the burial services of the late N. N. Windingstad whose death occurred at 
Milwaukee. Employees of the Smalley Mfg. Co. where Mr. Windingstad was employed 
for years were present and many old friends escorted the remains to Evergreen 
Cemetery. Pallbearers were Knut and Albert Waarum, Peter Hansen, Horal Nelson, 
John Johnsrud and Even Tollufson.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 5, 1913 page 8
********
[Nels M. Windingstad/bur. 5-3-1913/age 60 yrs./cause: diabetes]


BABY GIRL WINDUS

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Windus will have the sympathy of friends in the death of 
their infant daughter. The child survived but a short time.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Jan. 4, 1911 page 1
********
[cause: stillborn]


CHARLES E. WINDUS   (d. 1944)

Charles E. Windus Sr., 69, veteran employe of the Aluminum Goods 
Mfg. company, died instantly Friday afternoon after suffering a 
heart attack while standing on a loading platform in the plant. 
Mr. Windus had held the post of guard for the past two years 
having worked in the plant the preceding 22 years.
The body was taken to the Pfeffer funeral home where it will lie 
in state after 7 o'clock this evening. Funeral services have been 
arranged for Monday, 8:30 at the funeral home and at ??? ???? at 
the St. Paul Catholic church, the Rev. Martin ?????? officiating. 
Interment will be in the Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Windus was born in Portage, Wis., on Feb. 9, 1875. He came to 
Manitowoc 3? years ago and was married June 6, 1906 to Jessie DeP???, 
who preceded him in death on May 25, 1943. Before coming the employ 
of the Aluminum company, Mr. Windus operated restaurants at the 
Northwestern depot and in the Dempsey building on Eighth street.
Survivors are five children and ?? grandchildren. The daughters 
are Mrs. Lene?? Braunel and Mrs. Joseph Sprang, both of this city 
and Mrs. Walter Hardl, Manitowoc, route 4 and two sons, Erwin, 
city, and Charles, who left with (Remaining is illegible.)
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, July 1, 1944 P.2
********
[d. 06-30-1944/age 69 yrs./cause: coronary occlusion]


CHARLES F. WINDUS   (d. 1945)

Private Windus Dies in France
Pfc. Charles F. Windus, 25, of 1129A S. 17th street, a member of 
an ammunition corps, mortar division with the 99th division of the 
First Army in Germany, died in France on Apr. 7, the date of his 
daughters (private) second birthday anniversary.
Mrs. Windus, the former Leona Hallwachs, learned last night of her 
husband's death from the War department.
The son of the late Charles E. Windus, route 4, Pfc. Windus was born 
Sept. 4, 1919 at Manitowoc Rapids. He attended graded school in the 
township, and Lincoln high school for three years. Before his induction 
into military service in June, 1944, he was employed in the electrical 
department at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding company. He trained at Camp 
Wheeler, Ga., and after a 11-day furlough last November went overseas, 
landing in England, and then continuing on to France, Belgium and 
Germany. In February he received his private first class promotion.
The Winduses were married in 1940, and besides his wife, the deceased 
leaves a son and daughter (Survivors omitted for privacy.); three 
sisters, Mrs. Lenert Braunel and Mrs. Joseph Sprang, both of this city; 
Mrs. Walter Handl, route 4, Manitowoc and a brother, Erwin Windus, of 
Manitowoc, who is schduled to leave for service Saturday.
Pfc. Windus belonged to the First Reformed church, and memorial services 
will be held in the immediate future.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, April 18, 1945 P.13
******
Memorial Service Sunday For Windus
Memorial services for Pfc. Charles Windus will be conducted at 2:30 
o'clock Sunday afternoon at the First Reformed church, courthouse 
square, by the Rev. A.C. Fischer. Mr. Windus was a member of the 
church board and was elected as deacon two years ago.
His wife, Leona, received a letter from the government confirming 
the death of her husband, in which was stated that Mr. Windus died 
from nephritis with cardiac failure in Paris on Apr. 7.
He was serving in the German drive from which he had written letters 
to his wife and friends, dated Apr. 3
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 26, 1945 P.7
********
[Charles Jr./d. France/04-01-1945]


ERWIN P. WINDUS

Erwin P. Windus, 63, of 811 S. 21st St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday afternoon, 
Oct. 17, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a coronary attactk (sic).
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 a.m. 
at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Philip A. Hoffmann will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Windus was born June 15, 1916, at Wittenburg, Pa., son of the late Charles 
and Jessie DePon Windus. As a child he moved to Manitowoc with his parents, where 
he attended Manitowoc Public Schools, was graduated from Lincoln High School and 
resided since. He married Helen L. Heinzen July 3, 1940, at St. Paul Catholic 
Church. Prior to his retirement in 1975 he had been employed as a carpenter with 
Manitowoc Engineering Company.
Survivors include his wife, Helen L., four sons and daughters-in-law, Paul and 
Evelyn, Gale and Jenny, Charles and Barbara and Larry and Karen of Manitowoc; a 
daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Kenneth Detrie of Lena, Wis.; three sisters, 
Mrs. Leonard (Edna Mae) Braunel, Mrs. Walter (Dorothy) Handl and Mrs. Joseph 
(Katherine) Sprang of Manitowoc and nine grandchildren. A brother preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, where a prayer 
service will be at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, October 18, 1979 P. 3


HELEN WINDUS

Mrs. Helen L. Windus, 72, of 811 S. 21st St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday afternoon, 
Aug. 26, at the family residence, following a coronary attack.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 a.m. 
at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Philip Hoffmann will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Mrs. Windus, nee Helen L. Heinzen, was born Oct. 12, 1907, at St. Nazianz, 
daughter of the late Anton and cecelia Schuler Heinzen. She resided in Manitowoc 
County all her life. She was married to Erwin Windus July 3, 1940, at St. Paul 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death Oct. 17, 1979. Prior to her 
retirement in 1972, she had been employed at Aluminum Specialty Company for 25 
years. She was a member of St. Paul parish and the Perpetual Adoration Society.
Survivors include four sons and daughters-in-law, Paul and Evelyn Windus, Gale 
and Jenny Windus, Charles and Barbara Windus, and Larry and Karen Windus of 
Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Kenneth Detrie of Lena; two 
brothers, Edward Heinzen and Norbert Heinzen of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. 
Joseph (Rose) Zima of Green Bay, Miss Loretta Heinzen of Chicago, and Mrs. Clarence 
(Irene) Klingeisen of Manitowoc, ten grandchildren and five step grandchildren. She 
was preceded in death by three brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Pffeffer Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday where a 
prayer service will be at 8 p.m. by Deacon William Klein.
Herald Times Reporter, August 27, 1980 P.3
*******
[widow of Erwin Windus]


JESSIE J. WINDUS

Mrs. Charles E. Windus, 58, of Manitowoc Rapids, died suddenly Tuesday afternoon. 
She was stricken with a heart attack shortly after returning home from a visit 
to Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 8:30 a.m. from the Pfeffer funeral home 
and at nine o'clock from the St. Paul's Catholic church, the Rev. Martin Jaekels 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Windus, nee Jessie DePons, was born in this city in 1885 and in 1906 was 
married to Charles E. Windus.
Survivors are the widower; three daughters, Mrs. Lenert Braunel and Mrs. Joseph 
Sprang, of this city, Mrs. Walter Handl of Manitowoc Rapids; two sons, Erwin and 
Charles Jr., of this city; brother, Henry, of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Edwin 
Pierce Braunel of Manitowoc Rapids, Mrs. Stanley Pierce of this city; and 11 
grandchildren.
The body will lie in state after seven o'clock tonight at the funeral home. The 
rosary will be recited Thursday evening at seven o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 26, 1943  P. 2
*********
[Jessie Julia/d. 05-25-1943/age 58 yrs./cause: angina pectoris/wife of Charles Windus]


OLGA RAHR WINFORD

Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Orion Winford of Clearwater, Fla., the former 
Alda Rahr(sic) of Manitowoc, who died Friday at her home at Clearwater, will be at 
3:30 pm. Tuesday at Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc, the Rev. Vernon E. Anderson, 
pastor of First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, officiating. 
A son, Air Force Capt. Theodore Winford, preceded her in death.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 14, 1961  P. 11
*********
[d. at Clearwater FL/bur. on William Rahr lot]


FRIEDRICH WINKE

Death in Manitowoc Rapids on Sat.(28 Feb.) of 74 yr. old Ferdinand Winke 
following a stroke. He leaves 6 children and was buried in the local city 
cemetery yesterday.
Der Nord Westen, 04 Mar. 1897
********
[Ferdinand Wienke/bur. 02-28-1897/age 72 yrs./cause apoplexy]
(Note: Apparently Friedrich and Ferdinand are the same person.)


MINNA WINKE

Wilhelmine F. Porath Wienke (sic)
birth: 14 November 1833
death: 11 January 1900 Rapids, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Evergreen
residence: 1900 Rapids
father: Gottleib Porath
mother: Dorothea
spouse: John F. Ferdinand Wienke
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
[Wilhelmine Wienke(sic)/cause bronchitis]
********
Death Thurs. in Town Manitowoc Rapids of 65-yr. old Mrs. Minna Wienke(sic)
from debility. She is survived by 7 grown children. The funeral was 
held Sat. afternoon in the local city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 18 Jan. 1900
********
(Note: Thursday was January 11, 1900)


IRENE E. WINKEL

Irene Espeseth Winkel, age 92, a resident of Baywood Nursing Home and formerly 
of 803 West Lowell Street, Ludington, Mich. passed away peacefully with family 
by her side at 7 a.m. Friday, January 7, 2000.
Family Services will be held in Manitowoc on a later date.
Born Irene Espeseth, September 15, 1907, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late 
Reverend and Anna (Olsen) Espeseth. She graduated from high school in Manitowoc, 
Wis. in 1923 and then graduated from Lawrence University in Appleton, Wis. in 
1928, where she was a member of Eta Sigma Phi, National Classical honorary 
Society, Graduate study at University of Chicago and Quebec University. Following 
graduation, she taught French at both Neenah, Wis. and Manitowoc Lincoln, Wis. 
high schools. Upon moving to Michigan, she taught English and Latin at Mason 
County Eastern HS and Ludington HS. Irene initiated and sponsored Junior 
Classical League at Ludington HS until her retirement. She was a member of 
Emanuel Lutheran Church and AAUW. Irene married Theodor A. Winkel, Manistee, 
on June 20, 1942. He preceded her in death in 1995. Mrs. Winkel enjoyed traveling, 
reading, gardening but especially time with her grandchildren.
Survivors include one son, Ted (Judy) Winkel, Ludington; a sister, Allie 
(Mrs. Ray E.) Larson, Appleton; grandchildren, Erika Winkel, Boulder, Colo. and 
Brad Winkel, Ann Arbor, Mich. in addition to her parents and husband, she was 
also preceded in death by her sister, Connie Espeseth in 1983.
Visitation will be held on Monday at Alexander-Rye Funeral Home, Ludington, Mich. 
from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that expressions of sympathy be directed 
to the Emanuel Lutheran Church memorial garden or the foreign language department 
of Ludington High School.
Irene's family extends very special thanks to Dr. Gadzinski and the staff of 
Baywood Nursing Home for their extraordinarily loving care.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Saturday, January 8, 2000  pg. 8


THEODOR A. WINKEL

Theodor A. Winkel, age 88, of 803 W. Lowell, Mich., died Thursday, July 20, 
1995, at Baywood Nursing home, following an extended illness.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 25, 1995, at Emanuel 
Lutheran Church, Rev. Wayne E. Buskirk will officiate with interment in the 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Theodor A. Winkel was born December 21, 1906, in Manistee. He attended Manistee 
schools and Northwesten College in Watertown, Wis. He married Irene Espeseth 
June 30, 1942, in Manitowoc, and she survives. The couple came to Ludington many 
years ago from Manitowoc. He was affliated with Emanuel Lutheran Church. He was 
an honorary member of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers. After 
college he worked as a draftsman for casting companies and foundries in Detroit 
and Manistee. He was employed at Pere Marquette (C&O) Railway as a chief engineer 
and fleet engineer and became superintendent of steamships in 1953 and remained 
in that capacity until his retirement in 1971. He was a life member of the 
Ludington Elks Lodge No. 736, member and past president of Paul Harris Fellow of 
Ludington Rotary Club, served on the Harbor Commission, was chairman of the 
Ludington Library Board and the United Way Board. He was an avid boater, gardener 
and lover of classical music.
Survivors include his wife, Irene; one son, Ted (Judy) Winkel, Ludington; two 
grandchildren, Erika and Brad, Ludington; one sister, Rosamond Oberg, Oak Lawn, 
Ill.; several nieces, nephews, and cousins, including Leta Foy, Manistee. He was 
preceded in death by his parents and two sisters.
The family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the Alexander-Rye 
Funeral Home, Ludington.
Memorials may be directed to Emanuel Lutheran Church or the Ludington Library with 
envelopes available at the funeral home.
Herald Times Reporter, July 22, 1995 P. A2
********
[d. at Ludington MI/husband of Irene Winkel]


BERTHA WINKELMAN

Funeral services for Mrs. Bertha Winkelman, 76, who died yesterday at the home 
of her niece, Mrs. William Hasenfus at Marinette will be held Monday at 3 p.m. 

from the First Reformed church, the Rev. A.C. Fischer officiating. Burial will 
be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Winkelman, nee Bertha Knutson, was born in 1867 aboard a sailing vessel 
on the Atlantic ocean when her parents were enroute to America. The family 
settled in Manitowoc. Fifty-five years ago she was married to Henry Winkelman, 
operator of a tavern and dance hall at Silver Lake for many years. He died in 
1935. 
Survivors are a son, Fred, of this city; brother, Ole Knutson, of this city; 
sister, Mrs. Emma Gross, of Marinette; and three grandchildren.
The body may be viewed from this evening at 7 o'clock at the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home until Monday at 11 a.m. when it will be moved to the 
church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 25, 1942  P. 4
********
[Mrs. Henry/d. 04-24-1942 at Marinette, WI/age 74 yrs./cause: carcinoma of uterus/
bur. on Chas. F. Schmidt lot]


FRED G. WINKELMAN

Fred G. Winkelman, 56, of 1109 South 25th street, former operator of 
a tavern and dance hall at Silver Lake, died Thursday afternoon t his home. 
He was stricken with a sudden heart attack. Mr. Winkelman has been living 
a retired life in recent years.
He was born in Manitowoc Rapids in 1888, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. 
Henry Winkelman. In 1909 he married Miss Julia Bonin. For a number of years 
he was associated with his father in operation of the Silver Lake resort 
founded by the elder Winkelman. Later he took over ownership and management 
of the Winkelman place, continuing until 1930, when he sold it to Art Schalfeldt.
Mr. Winkelman retired and moved to this city.
Survivors are his wife; three sons, Cpl. Richard in the U.S. Marines at San 
Diego, Calif., Pvt. George, at Fort Warren, Wyo, and Eugene, at home.
Funeral plans are incomplete, awaiting word from the sons in service.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after
7 o'clock Saturday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 13, 1944  P. 2
********
Funeral services for Fred. G. Winkelman, 56, of 1109 South 25th street, who 
died Thursday, will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Wattawa, Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home and at 9 o'clock at the St. Boniface church. Burial will 
be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Winkleman was for years proprietor of the Silver Lake tavern and dance 
hall and retired in 1930 because of failing health. His wife and three sons 
survive.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 o'clock tonight. The rosary 
will be recited at 7 o'clock Sunday evening at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 14, 1944  P. 2
********
[d. 10-12-1944/age 56 yrs./cause: coronary embolism/bur. on
Julia Winkelmann lot-his wife]


GEORGE W. WINKELMAN

War Vet Killed When Hit By North Western Switch Train 
George Winkelman Dies Early Today 
George Winkelman, 33, 1109 South 25th street, a veteran of 22 months service 
in North Africa and Italy, was decapitated early this morning when he was 
struck by a North Western road switch engine in front of the new deport west 
of S. 26th street. 
Winkelman reported at the station shortly after 10 o'clock last evening to 
start working in the baggage room, but shortly after midnight, J. L. Hamilton, 
station agent, told him to go home and return this evening. 
William R. Heffernan, 427 North Ninth street, a North Western employe, said 
that Winkelman left the baggage room through the west door, and was not seen 
again until he was found dead along the tracks at the south end of the station. 
Heffernan found the body shortly after one o'clock.
Ed Einberger, station agent on duty, said that only one train had been at the 
station after Winkelman left the baggage room, and that was the switch engine 
which backed up to receive orders for the southend work. Einberger concluded 
that switch engine must have struck Winkelman, police said, but no one witnessed 
the accident.
Coroner Theodore Teitgen said that no inquest would be held.
Officers Anton Glysch, Jake Mraz and Detective Elmer Scherer answered the call 
to the station. 
Winkelman was discharged from the army in July of this year and he had been 
employed by the Milwaukee road in Mil-…(continued on Page 13, Col.1) 
WAR VET. KILLED BY SWITCH TRAIN (continued from Page 1)…
waukee until three weeks ago when he returned to Manitowoc. He obtained employment 
at the North Western road offices here and was starting last evening.
He was born at Silver Lake in 1912, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Winkelman, and 
the family moved to Manitowoc in 1930 to live. The elder Winkelman died last year.
He attended Manitowoc public schools and the Manitowoc Business college. He left 
the Business college after two years study, and shortly after started driving 
city taxis. He continued in this capacity for many years until his entry into the 
army in June 1940.
Wounded In Action 
He served in North Africa, Sicily and Italy, and sustained a critical leg wound in 
action in Sicily for which he was still being treated. He was a private first class 
in the Third army infantry.
Winkelman was discharged in July. He holds the ETO theater ribbon with five bronze 
battle stars, purple heart for being wounded in action, and the pre-Pearl Harbor 
ribbon.
He is a member of the Otto Oas post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He never married.
He is survived by his mother; two brothers, Sgt. Richard, who is stationed in China, 
and Eugene, at home.
Funeral services for Mr. Winkelman will be held at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at the Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home and at 9 o'clock at the St. Boniface church. Burial will be 
in Evergreen cemetery. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 7 p.m. 
Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 6, 1945  P. 13
********
[George H. bur. on Mrs. Julia Winkelman lot]


GUSTAVE WINKELMAN

GUS WINKLEMANN(sic) OLD RESIDENT, IS CALLED TO REST
Gustave Winklemann, many years a resident of the city, died at his home on 
Twentieth street this morning, his demise following an illness of several 
months. Mr. Winklemann had been unable to be about for some time and for 
several weeks had been failing fast.
Decedent is survived by his wife, four daughters and two sons, two of the 
daughters and the two sons residing here. Two brothers, Henry Winklemann, 
at Silver Lake and Fred Winklemann of North Dakota, and three sisters, Mrs. 
George Lambries, this city; Mrs. Otto Ebbe and Mrs. Burdman of Milwaukee 
also survive.
The funeral will be held Saturday from the home at 1:30 and from the 
Reformed church at 2 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. January 12, 1921 P. 1
*******
[Gustave Winklemann/bur 01-15-1921/cause: general paralysis]


HENRY WINKELMAN

HEART ATTACK CAUSES DEATH
Henry Winkelman Collapses On Sofa In His Home
Henry Winkelman, 70, operator of a tavern and dance hall at Silver Lake for 
many years, died suddenly of a heart attack early Sunday evening at his home, 
711 South 23rd street. He collapsed and died on a sofa before a physician 
could be summoned.
Funeral Wednesday
Mr. Winkelman, who has been living a retired life in the city the past few 
years, suffered a slight stroke last July. He partially recovered and was 
able to be about the house. Sunday he was up as usual and after partaking 
of an early Sunday evening meal sat down in the living room. His wife noticed 
his labored breathing and went to his assistance. Before she could summon a 
doctor Mr. Winkelman died. 
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home and at 2 p.m. from the First Reformed church. Interment 
will be in Evergreen cemetery.
The deceased was born in the town of Rapids in 1865. He was married 49 years 
ago to Miss Bertha Knutson and they moved to Wausau where he was employed for 
six years in a mill. Returning to Manitowoc, Mr. Winkelman opened a tavern at 
10th and Jay streets which he conducted for six years.
Built Silver Lake Resort
Mr. Winkelman then built the resort and dance hall at Silver Lake, four miles 
west of the city, which he conducted for more than 25 years. He sold out to 
his son Fred and assisted the latter for eight years until the Winkelmans sold 
out three years ago.
Since then the deceased has been living a retired life in the city. He was a 
member of the Eagles lodge.
Survivors are the widow; a son Fred, city; a sister, Mrs. Gusta Birdman, 
Milwaukee; and three grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from 
tonight until the time of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 21, 1935 P. 2
********
[bur. 10-23-1935/age 70 yrs./cause: coronary embolism/
bur. on Charles F. Schmidt lot]


JULIANA WINKELMAN

Mrs. Fred Winkelman, 63, nee Julia born in, of 1109 South 25th street, 
died of a heart attack at her home yesterday afternoon.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home and at 9:30 at the St. Boniface church, the Rev. Alfred Pritzl 
officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. 
Born in Newton in 1883, she was married to Mr. Winkelman in 1909. They 
operated the Silver Lake hotel for 10 years and 15 years ago disposed of the 
property and moved into the city. Mr. Winkelman died in 1944. A son, George, 
was killed in a train accident at the North Western depot the following year.
Survivors are two sons, Richard of San Diego, Calif., and Eugene of this city; 
three brothers, Stanley and Anton of this city and Joseph of Wausau; two 
sisters, Mrs. John Pekarske, and Miss Anna Bonin of this city.
Mrs. Winkelman was a member of the Catholic Women's club and the auxiliary of 
the veterans of Foreign Wars. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after Friday noon, where the rosary 
will be recited at 7 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 8, 1947  P. 2
*******
[bur 05-10-1947/died 05-07-1947/age 63 yrs]


CAROLINA WINKELMANN

Death of Carolina Winkelmann on Sun., 01 July. 
The funeral took place Wednesday.
Der Nord Westen, 05 July 1888 
********
[Carolina [Minna] Winkelmann/bur. 07-03-1888/age 25 yrs/cause: Cholera morbus]


ETTA WINKELMANN

On Mon. morning Etta Winkelmann, eldest daughter of Gustav Winkelmann, 
died of diphtheria. The funeral took place Tues. afternoon. Mr.
Winkelmann's other child is not ill with the disease as we erroneously 
reported in our last issue.
Der Nord Westen, 14 Feb. 1895
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Henriette Winkelmann
birth: 23 April 1891 Manitowoc, Wis.
death: 11 February 1895 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: Gustav Winkelmann
mother: Emilie Heidemann
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
********
Etta Winkelmann
birth: 23 April 1891 Manitowoc Rapids,
death: 11 February 1895 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Manitowoc Wis.
father: Gust Winkelmann
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


EUGENE L. WINKELMANN

Eugene L. Winkelman(sic), 47, of 916 S. 21st St., Manitowoc, died Sunday evening 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. 
Alfred Pritzl officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Winkelman was born July 23, 1918, at Manitowoc son of the late Fred G. and 
Julia Bonin Winkelman. He was employed as an accountant for Manitowoc County the 
past several years.
Surviving are a brother, Richard, of San Diego.
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Thursday and until the hour of services Friday at 
the funeral home, where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Thursday.
Two Rivers Reporter, December, 24, 1963  T-7
*******
[d. 12-22-1963/age 47 yrs./bur. on Mrs. Julia Winkelmann lot]


GEORGE WINKELMANN

Death on Wed. morning of diphtheria of 6 yr. old Georg Winkelmann, son of
Gustav Winkelmann. Two other children remain seriously ill with the same
disease. The funeral will take place Fri. afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 07 Feb. 1895
********
George Winkelmann
birth: 23 April 1889 Manitowoc Rapids,
death: 6 February 1895 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: Gust Winkelmann
mother: Emilie
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


HATTIE WINKELMANN

Death of 24 yr. old Mrs. Hattie Winkelmann in the 5th Ward after a long
illness (no date is given). The deceased, who was the wife of Fritz
Winkelmann, will be buried this afternoon in the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 31 July


ALBERT WINTER    (d. 1907)

Albert Winter, a well-known resident of our city, died Monday at age 63 from
cancer. He leaves a widow and 4 children. The funeral will be this afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 14 Feb. 1907 
********
Albert Winter, aged sixty-four years, died at his home on South Tenth street at 
9 o'clock Monday morning, after a several months' illness.
Mr. Winter is survived by a wife, one son, Albert, of this city; and three 
daughters, Miss Laura Winter and Mrs. Charles Dobbert of this city and Miss Anna 
Winter of Milwaukee.
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the family residence, interment 
taking place at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 14, 1907
********
[cause: cancer of the stomach]


ALBERT C. WINTER    (d. 1913)

WELL KNOWN YOUNG MAN IS CALLED TO REST
Al Winter, Employe N.W. Victim of the White Plague
Albert Winter, for several years employed as a switchman in the local yards of 
the C. & N.W. and who escaped death by a miracle when caught under a derailed 
car a few months ago, died last night of consumption, age 23 years. He was born 
here and had made his home in this city most of his life. A mother, Mrs. Minna 
Winters and a sister, Miss Laura, survive him.
The funeral will be held from the home at 1710 S. Tenth street, Thursday at 
2 o'clock.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, July 1, 1913 P. 5
********
[bur. 07-03-1913/cause: tuberculosis of the lungs/bur. on Frank Riegelsberger lot]


ALICE A. WINTER

Alice Winter, age 77, of 707 Woodlawn Drive, Manitowoc, died Tuesday, Nov. 27, 
2001, at her residence.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 3, 2001 at First Reformed 
United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. 
Richard Runge with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
She was born April 24, 1924, in Wausau, Wis., daughter of the late Hugo and Molly 
Felde Ahlmann, Alice was a graduate of Wausau High School, class of 1932. On 
Aug. 12, 1950, she married William Winter in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death 
Dec. 7, 1983. Alice was a Manitowoc resident for over 50 years. She was employed 
in the office at Eastman Manufacturing for many years. Alice was a member of First 
Reformed United Church of Christ, Manitowoc and very active in the Ladies Guild.
Survivors include a brother and sister-in-law: Harold and Mickey Ahlmann, La Vegas; 
a sister: Lillian Ahlmann, San Francisco; two brothers-in-law: Thomas and Robert 
Winter and a special companion, her dog Buddy. Alice is also survived by a niece, 
nephews, their relatives and friends.
The family will greet relatives and friends at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Monday until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Memorials would be appreciated to First Reformed United Church of Christ, Manitowoc.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 30, 2001  P. A2


ANNA M. WINTER

Mrs. Walter R. (Anna M.) Winter, 84, of 1030 S. 16th St., Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday afternoon, Aguust 20, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Winter, nee Anna Zastrow, was born Sept. 12 (sic), 1895, at Algoma, daughter 
of the late Ferdinand and Johanna Krahn Zastrow. She grew up and was educated at 
Algoma, where she was married to Walter R. Winter Sept. 24, 1921, at St. Paul 
Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death Nov. 13, 1973. Mrs. Winter was a memer 
of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aid Society of the 
church.
Survivors include two sons, Robert W. Winter of Chicago and William K. Winter of 
Bartlesville, Okla.; two daughters, Mrs. Darrel (Elaine) Paschke and Mrs. Lee 
(Marilyn) Baryenbruch of Manitowoc; a brother, Edward Zastrow of Orting, Wash.; 
four sisters, Mrs. Walter (Hattie) Pautz, Mrs. Merle (Frieda) Anderson and Mrs. 
William (Nora) Kostka of Sturgeon Bay and Mrs. Stanley (Esther) Timble of Algoma, 
14 grandchildren, two great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Five brothers 
preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Friday and at the church from noon Saturday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, August 21, 1980 P.3
********
[widow of Walter R. Winter/bur. on Ervin Nack lot]


EMMA WINTER

Mrs. Joseph Winter, 62, of 910 Green street, died at 4:40 o'clock this morning 
after a week's illness.
The body will lie in state at the Pfeffer Funeral home from Sunday morning 
until the hours of the service. The funeral will be held Monday morning with 
services at the funeral home at 8:30 o'clock and at St. Andrew's Catholic church 
at 9 o'clock. The Rev. Henry Letz will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery. The rosary will be recited by Father Letz Sunday evening at 730 o'clock 
at the funeral home.
Mrs. Winter, nee Emma Guetschow, was born July 3, 1879, in the town of Two Creeks. 
She was married Feb. 11, 1899. Survivors are her husband, one sister, Mrs. Minnie 
Schwartz of this city, and several nieces and nephews. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 7, 1942  P. 4
********
[d. 03-07-1942/age 62 yrs./cause: cerebral hemorrhage/wife of Joe Winter]


GOTTLIEB WINTER

AGED RESIDENT PASSES AWAY AT DINNER TABLE
Gottlieb Winter, 72, Dies Suddenly Sunday at Home on South Sixteenth Street
Stricken with a heart attack as he sat at the table at the noon day meal on 
Sunday, Gottlieb Winter, 72, passed away suddenly at the home, 823 South 
Sixteenth Street. For many years the deceased was employed as a machinist at 
the plant of the American Seating Co. in this city and after the removal of 
that plant to Grand Rapids, Mich., he centered his interest in truck 
gardening.
Funeral services for Mr. Winter will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 from 
the home and at two o'clock from the German Lutheran Church. The remains will 
be removed to the home from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home Tuesday 
morning.
Besides his widow, who was Minnie Kasten before her marriage, the deceased is 
survived by a son, Walter; a daughter, Mrs. James Kuchera; one sister, Mrs. J.J. 
Krueger of Milwaukee and five brothers, Edward and Louis of Antigo, Arthur of 
Plains, Kans., William of Stephenson, Mich., and Julius of this city. Four 
grandchildren also survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, Mon., April 18, 1932 page 6
*******
[cause: cardiac decompensation]


JOSEPH WINTER

Joseph Winter, 71, of 910 Green street, a retired painter, died shortly before 
noon today at the Holy Family hospital. He had been ill since mid November.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 8:30 a.m. from the Pfeffer funeral home 
and at 9 o'clock from the St. Andrew's Catholic church. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Winter was born in Germany in 1872 and came here with his parents when a 
child. In 1899 he married Miss Emma Guetzchow. She died in March, 1942. He 
learned the painting trade which he followed until 12 years ago.
Two brothers, Albert and Gustave, survive.
The body may be viewed after Thursday noon at the funeral home, where the rosary 
will be recited Thursday evening at 7:30.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 22, 1943  P. 2
*******
[Joseph Winter/d. 12-22-1943/age 71 yrs./cause: cardiac decompensation]


JULIUS J. WINTER

Julius J. Winter, 81, of 819 S. 16th St., Manitowoc, died after a brief 
illness at Manitowoc County Hospital Wednesday afternoon.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at First Reformed Church, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Cruis?s will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Winter was born in the Town of Gibson, Oct. 8, 1877, son of the late 
Mr. and Mrs. Gottlieb Winter. He married Mary Langenkamp at Zander on 
June of 1903, and the couple farmed a year in the area before moving to 
Manitowoc in the city. Mr. Winter was employed by the Sam Randolph 
Warehouse and later by Guse Lumber Co. In succedding (sic) years he 
turned to gardening, always his hobby, and developed it into a business. 
He was a member of Manitowoc Eagles Aerie 706. Mrs. Winter died in 1950.
Surviving are two sons, Clarence and Calvin of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. 
Ernest Vogt of Manitowoc; a brother, William of Menominee, Mich.; a sister, 
Mrs. Clara Krueger of Milwaukee and four grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 
3 p.m. Friday until 10:30 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be moved to 
the church where the body will lie in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, December 11, 1958 P.27
********
[d. 12-10-1958/age 81 yrs.]
********
This is probably Julius at a younger age. He would have been 39 in 1916.

NEGLECT OF INJURY TO HAND MAY CAUSE MAN SERIOUS TROUBLE
Julius Winters, West Side Man, at Hospital in Serious 
Condition from Blood Poisoning - Rusty Nail in Hand
Neglect to properly care for an injury to his hand, resulting from a 
rusty nail which penetrated the flesh to a considerable depth, may 
cost Julius Winters, residing on South Sixteenth street, much trouble, 
if not his life. Blood poisoning has developed and Mr. Winters is a 
patient at the hospital his condition being reported serious.
The accident happened Wednesday while Mr. Winters was at his work for 
the firm Randolph & Auermiller, contractors. In handling some freight 
Winters jammed his hand against a nail which penetrated into the flesh. 
Winters paid little heed to the injury and fellow workmen were not aware 
of any trouble until yesterday when Winters became seriously ill and had 
to be removed to the hospital.
It was found by physicians that blood poisoning had developed and spread 
through the body and it was said today that the man's condition was 
critical.
Winters is 39 years of age. He had been employed by Randolph & Auermiller 
for some time.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, April 29, 1916 P.7


LAURA A. WINTER

Laura A. Winter, 66, former Manitowoc resident, died Sunday at a Milwaukee 
hospital, 
Born in this city, she later located in Milwaukee where she made her home with 
a niece, Mrs. Adeline Murphy, of 2910 Clybourn avenue, Milwaukee. She was a 
forelady for the C. and D. Baird and company in Milwaukee for 25 years.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Mittnacht-Kollath 
funeral home, with interment in Evergreen cemetery.
The body is at the Schmidt-Bartelt funeral home in Milwaukee and will be brought 
here at 11 a.m. Wednesday to lie in state until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 10, 1949  P. 2
********
[age 68 yrs./d. at Milwaukee, WI/bur. on Frank Riegelsberger lot]


MARY L. WINTER

Mrs. Julius Winter, 75, of 819 South 16th street, lifelong resident 
of city and county, died Wednesday afternoon at the Holy Family 
hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the First Reformed 
church, the Rev. A.C. Fischer officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery.
She was born Mary Langenkamp in Tisch Mills in 1875 and in 1902 was 
married to Mr. Winter. The following year they located in this city.
Survivors are the husband; daughter, Mrs. Ernest Vogt of this city; 
two sons, Clarence of this city and Calvin of Appleton; mother, Mrs. 
Lydia Langenkamp of Milwaukee; two brothers, Joseph and Edward of 
this city; three sisters, Mrs. Anna Kutil of this city and Mrs. Louis 
Pawlitzki and Mrs. Louis Geisler of Milwaukee; and three grandsons.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after Friday 
noon. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, May 11, 1950 P.2
********
[d. 05-13-1950/age 75 yrs./bur. on Julius Winter lot]


MINNIE WINTER    (d. 1932)

WINTER FUNERAL IS HELD HERE TODAY
Funeral services for Mrs. Minnie Winter, 84, former resident of Manitowoc, who
died in Milwaukee Monday at 10 a.m., were held in the Evergreen cemetery chapel
at 2 o'clock this afternoon.
Mrs. Winter made her home with her daughter in Milwaukee after the death of her
husband, Albert. Mr. Winter was formerly employed by the Herman & Trastek 
Construction company. A son, Albert, brakeman on the North Western road,
preceded her in death.
The survivors are three daughters, all of Milwaukee, Mrs. Charles Dobbert, Mrs.
Louise Kaufman and Miss Laura Winter.
The body was brought here this noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 1, 1932 p.1
********
[cause: cerebral hemorrhage/died at Milwaukee, WI/bur. on Frank Riegelsberger lot]


MINNIE WINTER    (d. 1948)

Mrs. Gottlieb Winter, 85, of 823 South 16th street, lifelong resident of the 
city and county, died last night at the Holy Family hospital, following a brief 
illness.
Mrs. Winter, the former Minnie Kaston, was the last survivor of the pioneer 
Kasten family in the county.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the First German Evangelical 
Lutheran church, the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Winter was born in Shoto in 1863 and in 1888, was married to Mr. Winter 
at Two Rivers. They settled in this city, Mr. Winter died in 1932.
Survivors are a son, Walter of this city; five grandchildren and a great grand-
child. 
The body may be viewed at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home after Sunday noon 
and will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Monday to lie in state until the hour 
of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 4, 1948  P. 2
*******
[Wilhelmina/bur. on Gottlieb Winter lot]


NELLIE WINTER

An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Winter died yesterday and the funeral 
was held to-day. The child was three months old and had been sickly since 
birth.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, July 27, 1899 P.2
********
From Der Nord Westen, 27 July 1899:
Death yesterday of a 4-mo. old child of Joseph Winter here. 
The funeral will take place this afternoon at the city cemetery.
********
[cause: inaniton]


RICHARD M. WINTER

In His infinite mercy, our Lord has called Richard Martin Winter, 78, to Himself 
in heaven. He entered eternal life on Friday, December 10 at St. Vincent's 
Hospital in Green Bay, WI. Richard Winter looked forward to joining his Lord in 
heaven after his recent afflictions, steadfast in his asurance of the Lord's 
grace.
Rich was born April 9, 1932, in Martin, S.D., and became a child of God at his 
baptism on April 27, 1932. He was the son of the late Pastor Venus and Lydia 
(Winter) Winter. He attended grade schools in Broken Bow, Neb., and Flint, Mich., 
where he confirmed his faith on June 16, 1946. "Fear not, for I have redeemed 
thee; I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine"-Isaiah 43:1.
Rich attended and graduated high school at Michigan Lutheran Seminary, Saginaw, 
Mich. in 1950; college at Northwestern College with his beloved Class of 1954, 
Watertown; and Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary, Thiensville, in 1959. In 1955-56 he 
tutored at Michigan Lutheran Seminary and 1956-57 studied at Oberursel Theological 
Seminary in Oberursel, Germany. During the 1959-1960 school year he tutored at Dr. 
Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minn. He attended Black Hills Teacher's College in 
fall of 1960 and taught grade school at a public school in South Dakota the spring 
semester of 1961.
Rich spent over 60 summers since 1948 in South Dakota helping his uncle and cousin 
on their farm, primarily helping with their wheat harvest.
Rich received and accepted a Divine Call in 1961 to teach Latin, religion, English 
and German, as well as Athletic Director and Head Football, Basketball and Baseball 
Coach for Manitowoc Lutheran High School. He was inducted into the Lakeshore Sports 
Hall of Fame in 1992. Rich continued as Athletic Director and teaching Latin and 
English as the years went by, handing off his coaching responsibilities for each 
sport as MLHS was able to call additional teachers for their staff. Rich retired 
after 36 years of faithful service to His Lord in 1997. He counted it as a privilege 
to serve his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ by example, leading his students to a 
saving faith in their Lord.
Rich met his wife, Karen Zink, at Manitowoc Lutheran High School, and they were 
married June 13, 1964, by their fathers, pastors Venus Winter and Waldemar Zink, 
at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Kewaunee. Richard was a member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Preceding him in death were his parents, in-laws and his special South Dakota Uncle 
Bob.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Immanuel Ev. 
Lutheran Church, 916 Pine Street, Manitowoc. Officiating will be Pastors Paul 
Schossow and Nick Maglietto with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. 
Relatives and friends may call at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church on Monday, Dec. 13, 
2010, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 9 a.m. to the time of services at 
11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Rich's name would be appreciated to 
Manitowoc Lutheran High School or Immanuel Lutheran's Endowment Fund. 
Online condolences can be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, North 11th and St. Clair street, is assisting 
the family with funeral arrangements.
Rich's favorite Bible Passage: (Jesus said) "In my Father's house are many mansions: 
if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you, I will 
come again, and receive you unto myself that where I am, there ye may be also."
-KJV John 14:2-3. We rejoice in the vicotry won for him by Christ Jesus, our Savior. 
With Rich, and all the saints in heaven, we await the resurrection of the dead and 
the life of the world to come.
To God be the Glory!
The family wishes to express their appreciation to Drs. (private), as well as the 
eighth floor, ICU and IMCU nurses and staff at St. Vincent's Hosptial over the 
past year for their kind and personal care. You will not be forgotten.
Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 12, 2010


ROBIN WINTER

From Der Nord Westen, 08 June 1899:
Death Thurs. of a 5-mo. old son of Joseph Winters here.
(From the cemetery office: The burial register lists Robin Winter, 
male, age 5 months, born in Manitowoc, cause of death: wasted away. 
Robin & Nellie are buried on the same space.
*********
Robin, the five-month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph 
Winters, residing on Twentieth street, died yesterday. 
The child has been sickly since birth.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, June 2, 1899
********
[cause: wasted away]


WALTER R. WINTER

Walter R. Winter, 75, of 1030 S. 16th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Friday at 
First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Kock 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Winter was born July 12, 1898 at Manitowoc, son of the late Gottlieb and 
Minnie Kasten Winter. He attended First German Evangelical Lutheran Grade School, 
Manitowoc High School and Manitowoc Business College. He married Anna M. Zastrow 
Sept. 24, 1921 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Algoma. He was a lifetime resident 
of the City of Manitowoc. He was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church and also a member of the male choir of the church and previously served 
as deacon and member of the school board. He was active in the Senior Citizens 
and the singing group, the Singing Warblers. He had been employed at Medusa 
Portland Cement Co., Manitowoc for 36 years, from 1923 until his retirement 
in 1959.
Survivors include his wife, two sons, Robert W. of Chicago and William K. of 
Bartlesville, Okla.; two daughters, Mrs. Darrell (Elaine) Paschke and Mrs. Lee 
(Marilyn) Baryenbruch of Manitowoc and 14 grandchildren. A sister preceded him 
in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 to 9 pm 
Thursday and from noon Friday at the church until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Nov. 7, 1973 page 3
**********
Funeral services for Walter R. Winter, 75, of 1030 S. 16th St., Manitowoc, who 
died Tuesday, will be at 1:30 pm Friday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Norval W. Kock will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 to 9 
o'clock this Thursday evening and from noon Friday at the church until the time 
of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Nov. 15, 1973 page 3
*******
[bur. on Ervin Nack lot]


WILLIAM CHARLES WINTER

William (Katsy) C. Winter, 58, of 707 Woodlawn Drive, Manitowoc, died Wednesday, 
Dec. 7, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ. The Rev. Arthur H. Wille will officiate with burial at Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Winter was born August 6, 1925, at Manitowoc, son of Clarence and Carmen 
Becker Winter. He married Alice Ahlmann August 12, 1950, in Manitowoc. Mr. 
Winter was employed for over 35 years for Aluminum Speciality Foley company in 
Manitowoc, retiring due to illness in 1981. He was a veteran, serving in World 
War II in the United States Navy, serving both the Atlantic and Pacific Theatres.
Survivors include his wife, Alice; his parents, Clarence and Carmen Winter of 
Manitowoc; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Thomas and Darlene Winter of Addison, 
Ill., and Robert Winter of Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin, and nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the church from 11 a.m. Friday until the time of service. 
Family would appreciate memorials to First Reformed United Church of Christ. 
There will be no Thursday evening visitation at the funeral Home. Pfeffer Funeral 
Home is in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, December 8, 1983 P. 3


JENNIE WINTERMEYER

From the Files of the Pilot - Forty-Four Years ago (1872)
DIED - 
Wintermeyer, in Chicago on the 28th day of Sept., 1872, Jennie M. Edwards, wife 
of J. C. Wintermeyer, aged 29 years. Mrs. Wintermeyer was a native of this city 
and by her amiable qualities endeared herself to all who knew her. Her earthly 
remains were brought to this city on Tuesday evening on the propeller, Oconto 
and consigned to their last resting place yesterday afternoon.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 5, 1916 
*********
DIED.
The following is from the Chicago Times:
WINTERMEYER-In this city, Sept. 28, 1872, Jennie M. Edward beloved wife of J.C. 
Wintermeyer, aged 29 years. Funeral from her late residence 139 West Chicago Av., 
at 7 A.M.
In becomes our painful duty to inform the public of the sudden death of one of 
our former residents of this City, Mrs. Jane Wintermeyer nee Edwards. She died 
last Sunday at Chicago of Puerperal affection, leaving behind her a disconsolate 
husband and an adopted infant.
The body of Mrs. Wintermeyer was brought here on the Oconto by her husband and 
was buried yesterday afternoon. The funeral was largely attended and the many 
relatives of the deceased have the heartfelt sympathy of our community.
Manitowoc Tribune, Thursday, October 3, 1872 P. 4
*********
[Mrs. Jul. Wintermeyer/bur. 10-02-1872] 


ALFRED WIRTH

Alfred P. Wirth, 64, of 906 Jay St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday
evening at University Hospital, Madison, after a brief illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and
Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufull will
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Wirth was born May 23, 1903, at Mt. Calvary, son of the late
Mathew and Laura Dorn Wirth, and Aug. 28, 1944, married Marie
Spinker. He was a city street department employe.
Survivors include the wife, three brothers, Harold of Hilbert,
James of Appleton and Jerome of Englewood, Colo., and two
sisters, Mrs. Marcella Schriner of Racine and Mrs. Ray Huberty
of Mt. Calvary.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, September 14, 1967  P.22
********
[d. at Madison WI]


HENRY WIRTH

Henry Werth(sic), 71, of 607 York street, a retired teamster, died of a heart 
attack Sunday afternoon while walking near his home. He was dead before 
physicians could be summoned.
Werth's plight was discovered by William Schlager and Frank Meeker, who 
saw him collapse and had a nearby resident telephone for the amubulance. 
Coroner Gerald Rau, who was also called, pronounced death due to a heart 
attack and said there will be no inquest.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. W.C. Kurtz officiating. Burial will be at 
Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Werth was born at Carlton, Kewaunee county, in 1867 and came to this 
city 40 years ago. He married Miss Clara Smith in 1901. She died four years 
ago. He was employed for many years as a teamster for Ignatz Pankratz. He 
has been retired in recnt years.
Survivors are two sons, Frank, city and George, Two Rivers; two daughters, 
Elsie and Sadie, Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Emil Frank, Two Rivers, Mrs. 
Sophie Thomsen, Kewaunee; and two grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home tonight and Wednesday morning.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 31, 1938 P.8
*******
[cause: acute myocarditis/aka Henry Wirth]
(Note: There is a Clara Worth in the cemetery.)
********
(The following appears to be this Henry and one article about his son Frank.
Henry's marriages and divorce are in the marriage section and Emma is in Pioneers Rest.)
WIRTH IN TOILS
Disorderly Charge Lodged Against Him; Wife Pleads for Release.
Henry Wirth, who has a police record for abuse of his wife and has caused 
much trouble lately, is under arrest on a charge of disorderly conduct 
and may face a more serious charge. Wirth's wife who was granted a divorce 
in circuit court but repudiates the decree and has never had it recorded, 
is seeking the release of the man and appeared to probate court to ask 
Judge Chloupek to aid her. Wirth returned to the woman recently and is 
said to have abused her in a shameless manner and if it can be established 
that the divorce decree is operative, even though not recorded, he may be 
prosecuted. The case is set for Saturday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, September 8, 1908 P. 1
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The divorce is in the marriage section..Henry Werth
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CARRIED A GUN, NOW IN JAIL.
Henry Worth Is Alleged to Have Made Threat to Use Weapon.
For carrying a weapon concealed upon his person and an alleged threat to use 
the weapon which he is alleged to have made in the progress of a quarrel with 
Oliver Dusold Saturday night, Henry Worth is under arrest and in jail and will 
appear in Court to explain January 6. Worth and Dusold engaged in a war of 
words Saturday night and it is claimed by Dusold that the other exhibited a 
revolver and made a threat to "pump lead into him." The hostile exhibition 
evidently frightened the man against whom it was directed and he immediately 
proceeded to secure a warrant. The arrest of Worth was followed by an 
adjournment of the case until later.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, December 29, 1902 P. 1
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YEAR IN JAIL FOR SON WHO BEAT MOTHER
Maximum Sentence Is Imposed by Court For Offense
Judge Albert H. Schmi?? in municipal court this morning made Frank Wirth, 25, 
a present of a year's sentence to hard labor at the county jail as a Christmas 
present and then told the prisoner that he was sorry that it was the maximum 
penalty that could be imposed under the law on the charge preferred. Wirth was 
charged with assault and battery and the victim was his own mother, Clarisa 
Wirth, age 55. In March and again in April Wirth was before the court on 
disorderly charges and in each instance was fined $10 and costs. He paid. In 
June he was before court again on a charge of driving a car while intoxicated 
and driving a car without the owner's permission. He was given a straight jail 
sentence.
Mrs. Wirth weighs seventy one pounds and is a small body to whom the world has 
not been very kind. The son is a strapping fellow and weighs about 160. 
Yesterday he came home, got into an argument because of his condition, due to 
moonshine, and beat his mother up. She called for help and when Robert Peterson, 
a neighbor, came to the rescue, he found Mrs. Wirth bleeding from the ears and 
badly bruised about the head. Mrs. Speath, a neighbor lady who had come to her 
assistance, had also been roughly handled. Peterson called the police and Wirth 
was thrown into jail.
In court he denied the charge and other complaints which were made of him, but 
his mother was called and corroborated the story of Peterson. The maximum 
penalty was imposed and while Wirth was able to cry he made no impression on 
the court. And so, while others are making merry Wirth will have an opportunity 
to realize that the ways of the transgressor are hard.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 24, 1923 P.1
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[cause: acute myocarditis/aka Henry Werth]
(Note: There is a Clara Worth in the cemetery)


LOUISA WIRTH

From Der Nord Westen, 07 Jan. 1897:
A heart attack took the life suddenly of Mrs. Louisa Wirth, wife of well-known
Mathias Wirth, of Manitowoc. The deceased, who was 61, is survived by her
husband and 2 grown children. She was buried yesterday in the city cemetery.
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[cause: heart failure]


MARIE K. WIRTH   cemetery #44

Mrs. Alfred Wirth, 72, of 906 Jay St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wirth, nee Marie Spinker, was born Feb. 20, 1901, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late John and Kate Hrdina Spinker, She was married to 
Alfred Wirth Aug. 28, 1944, at Manitowoc. The couple always resided at 
Manitowoc. Mrs. Wirth was formerly employed at Aluminum Specialty for 
26 years.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Her husband preceded her in death in 1967. A brother, John, also preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday until the 
hour of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. April 10, 1973
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[d. 04-19-1973/age 72 yrs./widow of Alfred P. Wirth]
(20 Feb 1901/Apr 1973/SSDI)


MATHIAS WIRTH

From Der Nord Westen, 24 Jan. 1901:
Death in Chicago on Tues. of Mr. M. Wirth, a former resident of our city who 
is well known here. He was 77-yrs. 8-mos. old and died of heart illness. His 
body will be sent here on Thurs. and taken from the Northwestern Depot for 
burial.
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From Der Nord Westen, 31 Jan. 1901:
Last week we briefly reported the death of our esteemed fellow citizen Mathias Wirth 
who had operated a gunsmith shop here for many years. Some years ago he sold his
Franklin St. shop and went to be with his children living in Chicago. He died there 
22 Jan. He leaves 2 children - Mr. August Wirth, with whose family he resided, and
Miss Alma Wirth. During the Civil War he served with the 45th Wisconsin Infantry
Regiment. He was a member of the Horace M. Walker Post of the G.A.R. This Post took 
his body, which had arrived Fri. noon at the Northwestern Station accompanied by
his children and his son's wife, and conducted his funeral at the city cemetery 
attended by many mourners.
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[cause: heart disease]


MINNIE WIRTH

Minnie Wirth died in Chicago on Saturday last. Her remains were brought to this city for interment.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 4, 1892 pg. 3
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Death in Chicago last Sun. morning of Miss Minnie Wirth, daughter of 
our former resident M. Wirth, who has lived in Chicago for several 
years. The deceased who was 29 yrs. of age, has been ill for several 
years and bedridden for the past few months. Her body was brought here 
and laid to rest Tues. afternoon in the city cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 04 Feb. 1892


ALVINA WIRTZ

Mrs. Edward (Alvina) Wirtz, 83, of 1911 Washington Street, Manitowoc, died 
Tuesday evening, July 15, 1986 at the family residence. Funeral services will 
be 10:30 am Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 am at St. Boniface Catholic 
Church, Manitowoc. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wirtz, nee Alvina Mary Cherney, was born October 20, 1902, Town of Franklin, 
Manitowoc county daughter of the late Paul and Marie Chizek Cherney. She moved 
to Manitowoc as a young girl. She married Edward R. Wirtz on June 11, 1949 at 
Pine Grove, Wisconsin. Mrs. Wirtz was a member of AARP Association, Senior 
Citizens, St. Boniface Catholic Church and an honorary member of St. Ann's 
Society of St. Boniface Parish.
Survivors include her husband, Edward R.; a son and daughter-in-law, Harvey E. 
and Delores Petska of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Joseph (Clara) Kreycarek of 
Francis Creek and Mrs. Christina Benzschawel of Reedsville; two brothers, John 
Cherney of Kellnersville and Louis Cherney of Manitowoc; three grandchildren 
and four great grandchildren also survived. She was preceded in death by four 
sisters and a brother.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 pm to 8 pm Thursday 
afternoon. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 pm Thursday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., July 16, 1986 page 19
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[bur. on Edward Wirtz lot]


EDWARD J. WIRTZ    (d. 1948)

Funeral services for Edward J. Wirtz, 48, of 1030 North 17th street, who died 
Monday at St. Nicholas hospital, Sheboygan, will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at 
the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and at 930 at the Holy Innocents Catholic 
church, the Rev. E. A. Radey officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Wirtz was born in Brillion in 1900 and married Katherine Zima of Mishicot 
in 1925. They moved to Manitowoc where Mr. Wirtz had been purchasing agent for 
the industrial division of the Stangel Hardware company.
Survivors are his wife; brother, Harry of Deerbrook; two sisters, Mrs. Rudy 
Franssens of St. Paul and Mrs. Louis Raab of Deerbrook.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 o'clock this evening. The 
Knights of Columbus will recite the rosary at 7:30 o'clock this evening and on 
Wednesday evening the Daughters of Isabella will recite the rosary at 7 o'clock 
and the Holy Name society of Holy Innocents church at 7:30 o'clock.
Mr. Wirtz was a member of the Izaak Walton league, the Knights of Columbus and 
the Holy Name society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 27, 1948  P. 2

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Mishicot Notes
The marriage of Edward Wirtz and Miss Catherin Zima took place at Holy Cross Church Monday morning at 8:30, Rev. Father Belle officiated. Mrs. Stewart Giles of Omaha, Neb, served as maid of honor while Miss Gertrude Stiefvater was bridesmaid, Gordon Peaschek as best man and George Thill as groomsman were in attendance. After the ceremony at the church the bridal group repaired to the home of the bride's mother where a  reception was held. Twenty guests were served at the wedding dinner.
Mr. and Mrs. Peaschek left on an automobile tour throughout the northern section of the state and into Michigan. After September 1 they will be at home in their residence at 1406 Glenwood Street on the Southside. Mr. Peaschek is employed as machinist at Plant 4 of the Aluminum Goods Co.
The Reporter - Fri., July 3, 1925

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[d. 04-26-1948, Sheboygan, WI/age 48 yrs.]


EDWARD M. WIRTZ    (d. 1930)

EDWARD WIRTZ DIES IN SLEEP AT APPLETON
Body of Local Man Found in Bed as He Fails to Report For Work Today
Stricken while asleep in the residence at Appleton where he roomed while 
employed as foreman of the Northern Boiler Works of that city, Edward M. 
Wirtz, well known local resident who for the past 12 years has been 
employed at Appleton but continued to make his residence here, was found 
dead in bed this morning after efforts to arouse him led to his room being 
entered.
The death of Mr. Wirtz, coming as it did when he was apparently enjoying 
his usual robust health, was received by members of his family shortly 
after it was discovered and the members of the family left immediately for 
Appleton. Mrs. Wirtz, overcome by the shock of the unexpected death, was 
unable to make the trip.
Life-Long Resident
The deceased spend most of his 59 years in Manitowoc, coming to this city 
from Saginaw where he was born, when he was a young boy. For many years 
he was employed with the Hess boiler company and later was in charge of 
the boiler shop for the William Rahr Sons' company, now the Cereal Products 
company. Twelve years ago he accepted his position with the Appleton concern 
and was employed there steadily since that time.
Mr. Wirtz was well known throughout this vicinity and enjoyed a large circle 
of friends. He was active in the affairs of the Fraternal Order of Eagles 
and was a member of the G.U.G.G. No. 4, known as the Germania. An experessed 
wish that funeral services be carried out under the auspices of the Eagles 
will be followed by his family but no other arrangements have been made. 
Announcment of funeral plans will be made tomorrow.
Thirty-five years ago he married Miss Tillie Woerfel who with three children, 
Clarence and Edward and Miss Cele, all at home; two sisters, Mrs. George 
Weavers, Detroit, and Mrs. George Stewart, Saginaw, survive him.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, December 19, 1930 P.5
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[Edw. W. Wirtz/bur. 12-19-1930/died at Appleton, WI/cause: found dead 
probably heat failure]


EDWARD R. WIRTZ    (d. 1989)

Edward R. Wirtz, formerly of Manitowoc, died June 20, 1989. He was born on 
April 5, 1908 in Manitowoc, to the late Edward and Mathilda Woerfel Wirtz. 
He married Alvina Cherney on June 11, 1949 at Pine Grove. She preceded him 
in death on July 15, 1986. He retired from Aluminum Speciality Company in 
1973.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Harvey and Dolores Petska, 
Manitowoc; a special friend, Eunice Conjurski, Manitowoc; three grandchildren, 
other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a brother and sister. 
Funeral services are at 9:30 a.m. today at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc 
and 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Denmark Press - Thursday, June 22, 1989
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[widower of Alvina Wirtz]


FREDERICK WIRTZ    (d. 1902)

Death yesterday morning of the 4-mo. old son of South 11th Street 
resident Ed. Wirtz following a short illness.
Der Nord Westen, 23 Jan. 1902
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Fred Wirtz
birth: 8 October 1901
death: 22 January 1902 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1902 Manitowoc
father: Edwird Wirtz
mother: Woerfel
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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[Fred Wirtz/cause: convulsions]


KATHERINE WIRTZ SUSTER

Katherine Suster, age 96, formerly of 1502 Menasha Avenue, Manitowoc, died early 
Tuesday morning, June 25, 1996, at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center.
The Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 27, 1996, 
at Holy Innocents Catholc (sic) Church, Manitowoc. Rev. David Zimmerman will 
officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born May 20, 1900, at Stangelville, daughter of the late Mathew and Mary 
Mazanec Zima. She received her education at Holy Cross Catholic School, Mishicot, 
and graduated from Mishicot High School. She continued her education at the 
Manitowoc County Teachers College and also the Wisconsin State Teachers College, 
Oshkosh. She was an elementary school teacher for many years. Her first marriage 
was to Edward Wirtz who died in 1948. She then married Victor Suster on June 12, 
1958. Victor preceded her in death December 24, 1985. She is a member of Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church, Christian Mother's Society of Holy Innocents. Katherine 
is a member of the Daughter's of Isabella, Manitowoc, the Wisconsin Czechs, 
Manitowoc, and Manitowoc Retired teachers Association.
Survivors include two step sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Rita Suster, 
Denmark, Wis., Victor and Gladys Suster, Jr., Denmark; also surviving are Robert 
and Victor's children; one brother and sister-in-law, Edward and Elsie Zima, 
Manitowoc; one sister-in-law, Lorraine Zima, Mishicot. Also surviving are nieces, 
nephews other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by three brothers, 
Joseph, Ermin, Carl Zima.
Relatives and friends may call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church on Thursday, from 
9:30 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m.
The Reinbold and Pfeffer Family Funeral Services, Manitowoc, is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, June 25, 1996 P. A2

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Mishicot Notes
The marriage of Edward Wirtz and Miss Catherin Zima took place at Holy Cross Church Monday morning at 8:30, Rev. Father Belle officiated. Mrs. Stewart Giles of Omaha, Neb, served as maid of honor while Miss Gertrude Stiefvater was bridesmaid, Gordon Peaschek as best man and George Thill as groomsman were in attendance. After the ceremony at the church the bridal group repaired to the home of the bride's mother where a  reception was held. Twenty guests were served at the wedding dinner.
Mr. and Mrs. Peaschek left on an automobile tour throughout the northern section of the state and into Michigan. After September 1 they will be at home in their residence at 1406 Glenwood Street on the Southside. Mr. Peaschek is employed as machinist at Plant 4 of the Aluminum Goods Co.
The Reporter - Fri., July 3, 1925

MATHILDA WIRTZ

Mrs. Mathilda Wirtz, 87, of 2710 Calumet Ave., Manitowoc, died at 630 p.m. 
Tuesday at her home.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, the Rev. Alfred Pritzl officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Wirtz was born Mathilda Woerfel on Jan. 25, 1875, at Manitowoc, daughter of 
the late Franz and Theresa Woerfel. She resided at Manitowoc all her life. On 
Sept. 25, 1896, she was married to Edward Wirtz at St. Boniface Catholic Church.
She was a charter member of St. Ann Christian Mothers Altar Society of St. Boniface 
parish.
Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. H. P. Melendy of Manitowoc; two sons, Edward of 
Manitowoc and Clarence of Oshkosh; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Bejsar and Mrs. George 
Teporten of Manitowoc; a grandchild and three great grandchildren. Her husband 
preceded her in death Dec. 19, 1930.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home where the Rosary will 
be recited at 7 p.m. by the Daughters of Isabella.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 7, 1962  P. 9 
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[widow of Edward W. Wirtz]


FRANK WISNIESKI

Wisniesky
Frank Wiesniesky (sic), 79, of 1305 South Seventh street, died 
yesterday afternoon.
Funeral services will be held at 7:30 a.m. Saturday at the Urbanek
and Schlei funeral home and at 8 o'clock at St. Mary's Catholic
church, the Rev. John Landowski officiating. Burial will be in
Evergreen cemetery. The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
He was born in Germany in 1867 and came to Manitowoc with his
parents at the age of 14 years. Fifty years ago he married Miss
Mary Helminiak. She died 14 years ago.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Komoroski of this city
and Mrs. Andrew Dancy of Chicago; two sons, Joseph and Thomas of
Chicago.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, June 6, 1947  p.2
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[died 06-05-1947/age 78 yrs]


BERTHA WISNOWSKI

Mrs. Frank Wisnowski, 48, of 2123 South 15th street, died Sunday 
afternoon at the Holy Family hospital. She submitted to an operation 
a few days ago.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock from 
the Pfeffer funeral home, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Interment 
will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Wisnowski, nee Bertha Post, was born in the county in 1893 and 
was married to Mr. Wisnowski 22 years ago.
Survivors are the widower; two sons, Raymond and Ralph of this city; 
two daughters, Mrs. Albert Rehm and Carol Mae of this city; five 
brothers, Frank, Herbert, Charles and Roland, of Sheboygan, Emil of 
Oneida, Wis.; two sisters, Mrs Minnie Ohlson of this city, Mrs. Erwin 
Gruentzel of New London; and two grandchildren.
Mrs. Wisnowski was a member of the Eagles auxiliary of the Germania 
society.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 7 o'clock this evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 9, 1941 P.2
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[d. 06-08-1941/age 48 yrs./cause: embolism/bur. on Herman Post lot]