BRANCH EVERGREEN CEMETERY OBITUARIES N

KATHERINE NEMITZ

Mrs. Katherine Nemitz, 75, former county resident, died yesterday afternoon at 
Green Bay.
Funeral services will be held Friday morning at 10 o’clock from the Wattawa, 
Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. Gilbert Wernecke officiating. Burial 
will be made in the Evergreen cemetery at Branch.
Mrs. Nemitz, nee Katherine Decker, was born in Cooperstown in 1862(sic). She 
was married in 1880 to Joseph Valibil. Four children were born to the union. 
After Mr. Valibil’s death, she married again, twelve years ago, to Wenzil 
Nemitz. 
Survivors, besides the widower, include the children by the first marriage, 
Joseph Valibil of Milwaukee, Miss Katherine Valibil of Chicago, Mrs. Jerry 
Orouske of Kendall and Mrs. Lillian Potts, Chicago; two brothers, Joseph 
Decker of Menchalville and Matt of Manitowoc route 2; three sisters, Mrs. 
Jim Frolick, city, Mrs. Matt Kocian of the town of Franklin, and Mrs. Anna 
Eiss, Racine; and four grandchildren.
Friends can view the remains at the funeral home from this evening until the 
time of the services on Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 27, 1938  P. 2


BYRON L. OAKLEY

DEATH OF BYRON L. OAKLEY
A telegram was received here yesterday morning announcing that Byran Oakley 
had departed life at Denver Colorado. Mr. Oakley was a young man in the prime 
of his life who resided during the greater portion of his existence in 
Manitowoc Rapids. He began his career as a school teacher and followed his 
vocation almost to the time of his death. He was one of the ablest and most 
successful teachers which the county has produced.
Last fall he was engaged to teach the Antigo school but was unable to complete 
his term.
He was married to Miss Veroque Sheldon a well known and successful teacher of 
this county last winter and contracted about that time a severe cold which 
finally developed into consumption and ultimately brought him to his grave.
About a month ago accompanied by his young wife he sought the Sunny South hoping 
that it was not yet too late to ward off the full destroyer.
The disease however was already too well developed and all attempts to shock its 
ravages proved futile. The trip in all probability accelerated, rather retarded 
its program. Mr. Oakley read law in the offices of Nash & Nash and Estabrook & 
Walker for a couple of years and was admitted to the bar a year ago last June. 
Had not his health failed him he would have opened a law office in Manitowoc in 
the near future.
It is a long time since a death occurred in the county which was as generally
lamented as his will be. He was acquainted all over the county and had warm 
friends wherever he was known. His sparkling and guileless wit, his genial 
manners and his light hearted and whole scaled nature endeared him to the aged 
and infirm as well as the young and the gay. Few men are gifted with as much 
natural ability and such an inexhaustible supply of wit as that indigenous in Mr. 
Oakley. He was a self made man in the true sense of the term and had he lived he 
would no doubt have attained an enviable eminence in his chosen profession, if he 
was not destined to reach a giddy height. If independence’s, originality, honesty 
and ability are the forerunners of success, then success was assured him.
It seems like a harsh decree of fate that one so young and so brilliant should be 
hurled into the illimitable realms of eternity at the outset of a useful career.
But the ordinations of fate are inscrutable and mortals must submit.
On Wednesday morning the lonely funeral cortege left Denver and will probably
reach here tomorrow, when all that is mortal of one of the brightest intellects
which the county possessed will soon be enshrouded by the soil by which it was
fostered, and laid away to mingle with its mother earth until the great day of
judgment.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 19, 1883
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Byron Oakley will close his school in Newton this week and will devote this 
summer to study of law.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, April 25, 1882 P. 1
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Byron Oakley started for Wausau yesterday, where he will visit his sister.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, July 18, 1882 P. 1
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Byron Oakley will be the principal of the Antigo schools during the ensuing year. 
Antigonians are to be congratulated.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, August 1, 1882 P. 1


VEROQUA OAKLEY

From the Files of the Pilot – Twenty-five Years ago (1890)
Mrs. Veroqua B. Oakley died at Branch, July 3, after a long illness. She was 
34 years of age at the time of her death. Mrs. Oakley was for many years a 
teacher in this county and attained distinction in her profession. There are 
few possessed with greater intellectual strength than hers. Her gentleness of 
disposition and genuine kindness of heart made her a favorite in every circle 
and her death is sincerely mourned by all who knew her.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 15, 1915


SAM OLSON

Sam Olson, 77, lifelong resident of the county, died yesterday at the Holy
Family hospital, where he has been a patient for several weeks.
He was born in Manitowoc Rapids in 1862 and engaged in farming until increasing
years forced him to retire.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. from the Vogelsang funeral
home with burial in the cemetery at Manitowoc Rapids.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 21, 1939  p.2
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Sam Olson, 77, died last week Wednesday at the hospital and funeral services
were held Friday afternoon.
Manitowoc Sun Messenger, September 29, 1939  p.2
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(Sam Olson d. Sept. 20, 1939 age 77 yrs. 7 mo./from burial records of St. John's 
United Church of Christ)


ALBERT PLOECKELMANN

ALBERT PLOECKELMANN DIES AT MINNEAPOLIS
Albert Ploeckelmann, 47, a former resident of Calumet County, died Thursday 
morning at Minneapolis, according to word received here by his brother, August 
Ploeckelmann.  
The deceased was born in Branch, Manitowoc County, August 24, 1892, a son of Mr. 
and Mrs. Henry Ploeckelmann. He attended elementary school at Branch and after 
at Gravesville when his parents moved to a farm in the town of Charlestown.  
Mr. Ploeckelmann learned the barber trade in Manitowoc and had engaged in 
tonsorial work in Minneapolis for the past 15 years. He was also a musician at 
one stage of his life.
Mr. and Mrs. August Ploeckelmann and Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Paulsen drove to 
Minneapolis Sunday to make the funeral arrangements. The remains will be brought 
to Chilton where a private funeral was held at the Pfeffer Funeral Home Wednesday 
at 2 p.m. Burial was in the family lot in the Branch cemetery.
Chilton Times – Sept 21, 1939 


INFANT PLOECKELMANN

Branch news:
An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Ploeckelman was buried 
at this place on Sunday last.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, May 12, 1885 P.4


HARTWIG PLOECKELMANN

Notes From Branch:
Henry Plockelman (sic), a former Branch young man, was accidently killed in a 
saw mill in the northern part of the state. Mr. Plockelman was engineer in the 
mill; and, during a heavy storm, the wind blew down the smoke stack which, 
crashing through the roof, struck Plockelman and killed him instantly. The body 
was brought here for interment and the funeral was held on Wednesday, burial 
being at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, January 11, 1906 P. 8
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(1900 Manitowoc Rapids census:
Henry Ploeklemann age 57; son Harry b. Mar. 1877 age 23; dau. Alvina 18; 
August 16; Carrie 12; Alfred 8)
(Note: I believe Harry, Hartwig and Harvey are all the same person.
(Note: Apparently the newspaper meant Branch Evergreen. There is no entry for
him in Manitowoc Evergreen.)


HARVEY PLOECKELMANN

Notes From Branch:
Henry Plockelman (sic), a former Branch young man, was accidently killed in a 
saw mill in the northern part of the state. Mr. Plockelman was engineer in the 
mill; and, during a heavy storm, the wind blew down the smoke stack which, 
crashing through the roof, struck Plockelman and killed him instantly. The body 
was brought here for interment and the funeral was held on Wednesday, burial 
being at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, January 11, 1906 P. 8
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BLOW ON HEAD IS FATAL
Former Branch Man Killed in Mill Near Antigo
Instantly killed by being struck on the head by a heavy timber while at work in 
a mill near Antigo, Henry Ploeckelmann, a former Branch youth, was brought there 
for burial Wednesday, a number of relatives and friends from this city attending. 
Ploeckelmann, who with his parents, removed to Hayton from Branch four years ago, 
has been employed in the mill some time and Saturday, while at work in the engine 
room, was struck by a heavy weight which fell from above. When picked up he was 
dead. The unfortunate lad was 29 years of age and a son of Henry Ploeckelmann Sr. 
A brother, Henry, resides on Division Street in this city.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Jan. 11, 1906 page 1
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(1900 Manitowoc Rapids census:
Henry Ploeklemann age 57; son Harry b. Mar. 1877 age 23; dau. Alvina 18; 
August 16; Carrie 12; Alfred 8)
(Note: I believe Harry, Hartwig and Harvey are all the same person.
(Note: Apparently the newspaper meant Branch Evergreen. There is no entry for
him in Manitowoc Evergreen.)


HENRY PLOECKELMANN

HENRY PLOECKELMAN   
SUICIDE AT HAYTON - 
A Veteran of the Civil War The Victim Of His Own Rash Act In Fit Of Dispondency
First hanging crepe on the front door of his home as an announcement of his deed, 
Henry Ploeckelman hanged himself in his barn at Hayton Sunday forenoon about ten 
o’clock. Although he left no written explanation of his deed, it is supposed that 
mental trouble of which he has plainly been a victim was the cause. He was alone 
Saturday night and Sunday morning, his wife having gone to see her son, Adam 
Schwantz, at the Lime Kilns. Anton Miller of Hayton discovered the lifeless body. 
Passing the house, he saw the crepe and stopped to see what it meant. The house 
was empty, but when he extended his search to the barn he made the startling 
discovery that threw the little village of Hayton into the greatest excitement.  
It was known that Ploeckelman had exhibited evidences of mental disorder, but no 
one had any idea that he contemplated suicide. The last seen of him alive was at 
about nine o’clock Sunday morning by Peter Thiel who noticed him about the yard. 
The district attorney in place of the newly-elected coroner, who has failed to 
qualify, conducted an investigation of the tragedy, the result being the establish-
ment beyond all doubt of the fact that Mr. Ploeckelman came to his death by his 
own hand.  
During the seven or eight years of his residence at Hayton Mr. Ploeckelman won the 
friendship of his fellow townsmen. He was a man of kindly nature, always ready to 
do anything within his power for his friends. For several years he carried the mail 
to the Hayton post office, discharging the duties of his post with fidelity.  
At the time of his death Mr. Ploeckelman was a little over 68 years old, he having 
been born at Basel, Germany, in 1842. In his youth he emigrated to America, settling 
on a farm near Branch, Manitowoc County, where his first wife died some years ago. 
He was married some eight years ago to Mrs. Schwantz of Hayton and removed to that 
village to live. Mr. Ploeckelman rendered his adopted country good service in the 
civil war. He was a member of Company E. 27th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry and held 
membership in the Chilton GAR Post.  
Surviving are his widow, three sons and seven daughters. Two of his children, August 
and Mrs. Herman Guenther reside here, one daughter’s home is in Portland, Oregon, and 
the rest live in Manitowoc County. Short funeral services were held at Hayton Wednesday 
morning by Rev. W. A. Arpke of Chilton and the remains were taken by train that day to 
the old home in Manitowoc County for interment. Numbers of friends from Hayton and 
vicinity accompanied the funeral party. The members of the Jos. B. Reynold’s Post of 
Chilton attended the funeral in a body.  
Chilton Times, March 4, 1911


WILHELMINE PLOECKELMANN

Notes From Branch:
Mrs. Ploeckleman died on Sunday last. The remains were interred at the Branch 
Tuesday. Mrs. Ploeckleman leaves a husband and 12 children to mourn her loss.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, September 21, 1899 pg. 7
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The news of the death in Branch of Mrs. Heinrich Ploeckelmann in our last week's edition, 
came so shortly before going to press that we could only issue a short article. This 
week we want to add the following information: Mrs. Ploeckelmann nee Ellermann was born 
06 May 1850. In 1867 when she was 17 she married Heinrich Ploeckelmann, her surviving 
husband. Thirteen children were born to this marriage of whom only one has died so that 
the other twelve - 5 sons and 7 daughters are left to mourn her passing along with 6 
grandchildren. On the morning of her death, 16 Sep., Mrs. Ploeckelmann felt perfectly 
well and no one could have guessed that she would not be living the following day, but 
when her husband got back from doing business in Manitowoc she complained of feeling 
unwell. He immediately left to get a physician to come by, but in the interim she had 
a heart attack and died. Her funeral took place on Tues. under the direction of Pastor 
Zenk.
Der Nord Westen, 28 Sep. 1899


GOTTFRIED REGLING

Gottfried Regling
birth: 3 December 1830 Germany
death: 21 December 1905 Branch, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1905 Brance, Wis.
spouse: Minna
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


WILHELMINE REGLING

Notes From Branch:
Mrs. Rehling (sic) passed away at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schuette on 
Thursday last. Death was due to old age. She is survived by her adopted daughter 
Mrs. Schuette of Branch and a son Wm. Rehling of Antigo. Interment was at the 
Evergreen cemetery, Branch.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 25, 1908 
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First publication July 16, 1908.
State of Wisconsin-County Court for Manitowoc County
In the matter of the estate of Wilhelmina Regling, deceased.-In Probate.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of 
Wilhelmina Regling of Manitowoc Rapids in said county having been delivered 
into said court.
And William Kiel of Franklin in said county, having presented to said court 
his petition in writing duly verified representing among other things, that 
said Wilhelmina Regling died testate, at Kossuth in said county, on the 17th 
day of June 1908, that said instrument is the last will of said deceased and 
that William Kiel is named therein as executor, and praying that said instrument 
be proven and admitted to probate and that letters testamentary be thereon issued 
to William Kiel.
It is ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs 
of said last will and testament be taken at a special term of said county court, 
to be held at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday the 11th 
day of August 1908, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be 
given by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous 
to the time of said hearing, in the Manitowoc Post a newspaper published in said 
Manitowoc county.
Dated July 13, 1908.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
E.L. Kelley, Attorney.
Manitowoc Post, Thursday, July 16, 1908 P. 8


NORMAN REINDL

Norman Reindl, 62, of Chicago, Ill., a former Manitowoc resident, died Sunday, 
April 20.
Private graveside services were held 2 p.m. Wednesday at Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery. Amvets post no. 99 of Manitowoc conducted military graveside services.
Mr. Reindl was born May 30, 1917, at Antigo, Wis., son of Mrs. Julia Preston 
Reindl and the late John E. Reindl. He was a local radio announcer before 
entering military service during World War II. Mr. Reindl was employed as a chef 
in the Chicago area.
Survivors include his mother, of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Roland (Lucille) 
Franz of Floral City, Fla., Mrs. Clement (Marian) Doolan of Francis Creek; a 
sister-in-law, Mrs. Viola Reindl of Green Bay, nieces and nephews. His father 
John and a brother Irwin preceded him in death.
Saur Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 24, 1980 P.3


ROBERT D. REINDL

Robert (Bob) Reindl, 37, of Karlsruhe, West Germany, formerly a Branch resident, 
died Saturday evening, May 27, 1989 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services were held 10:45 am Tuesday morning at Saur Funeral home and 
11 am at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. The Mass of Christian Burial 
was celebrated by Rev. William J. Eberhardy and burial was in Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Bob was born February 21, 1952 in the Town of Franklin, son of Gladys Herrmann 
Reindl and the late Ervin Reindl. He was a 1970 graduate of Lincoln High School, 
Manitowoc. He married the former Susan Woelfel on July 7, 1972 at St. Gregory 
Catholic Church, St. Nazianz. Mr. Reindl served in the United States Army from 
1972-1974 stationed in Denver, Colorado with the 160th Signal Brigade and at 
the present time he was employed with the United STates Government as a Computer 
Specialist with the United States Army. He has been overseas in Germany for the 
past 4 1/2 years. He and his family returned to Manitowoc 3 weeks ago because 
of his illness. Bob was an avid golfer.
Survivors include his wife, Susan; two sons, Nathaniel, aged 12 1/2 and Nicholas, 
17 months; his mother, Gladys Reindl of Manitowoc; two brothers and a sister-in-
law, Richard and Sue Ann Reindl of Branch and Roger Reindl of Manitowoc; a sister, 
Bette Reindl of Manitowoc; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Helen and Wilbert 
Woelfel of Rt. 1, Valders; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Lee and Marie Ann 
Krichman of Marshfield, Ja and Margie Neal of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Daniel and 
Sue Woelfel of Saudi Arabia, Marc and Linda Woelfel of Milwaukee, Lane and Aggee 
Landon of Manitowoc; 11 nephews, 4 nieces, other relatives and friends. He was 
preceded in death by his father, Ervin on October 13, 1977.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., May 30, 1989 page B8


MINNIE REIS

From Der Nord Westen, 16 Apr. 1885:
Death of 42-year old Mrs. Mina Reis last Tues. night, about midnight, after a long
illness. She was the wife of Mr. Peter Reis, resident in Town Kossuth, 1-3/4 miles
west of Branch Mills. She leaves a sorrowing husband and seven children. The loss
of his wife was made more severe by the fact that he had buried his youngest child
just 14 days ago. Mrs. Reis’ funeral will take place tomorrow at 10am in the
cemetery in Branch Mills.


PETER REIS

PETER REIS, RESIDENT OF CO. FOR 75 YEARS, 
DIES AT HOME OF DAUGHTER, AT AGE OF 81 YRS.
Peter Reis, pioneer resident of the county who had probably been a 
continuous resident of Manitowoc as long as any person in the county, 
was buried at Branch yesterday, funeral services being held from the 
home of his daughter, Mrs. William Schuette, R.6, with whom he had 
resided for eight years. 
Mr. Reiss was 81 years of age and had been a resident of Manitowoc 
county since he was a child of four years, more than 75 years. His 
wife died more than 30 years ago. Mr. Reis was engaged in farming and 
was well known to pioneer settlers of the county. His death occurred 
Saturday from infirmities of age. Six children survive Mr. Reis, being 
Mrs. William Schuette, Ferdinand, Branch; Joseph of Marathon county; 
Albert of Antigo; Mrs. Henry Kiel of Ironwood, Mich.; Mrs. Sophia Stradl 
of Antigo. Mr. Reis had witnessed the development of the county from 
its earliest settlement.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, November 23, 1915, Page 8


RAYMOND SAMPE

Raymond F. Sampe, age 86, formerly of Manitowoc, currently residing in Green Bay, 
died Thursday, August 27, 2015 in Oneida. He was born on August 2, 1929 in 
Manitowoc, son of the late Fred and Enanda (Berg) Sampe. Ray attended Manitowoc 
Lincoln High School and Northeastern Technical College. On August 23, 1947 he 
married Patricia Klingholz in Manitowoc. He was owner-operator of a rural Manitowoc 
farm and trucking company. He was employed as a traveling salesman for aerial 
photography, truck driver and a recreational bus driver for the Oneida Nation and 
Lamers. Ray was a member of the Stroke Support Group of St. Vincent Hospital, Green 
Bay and Elder Support Group with the Oneida Nation. Ray was also a volunteer with 
the Branch Fire Department. He loved laughter, story- telling, travel and dancing. 
His motto was “Never stop working but always have fun.”
Survivors include his wife, Patricia; three daughters, Cherly, Sue Ellen and Barbara; 
one son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Candice; seven grandchildren, Abraham (Donna), 
Aaron (Samantha), Luke (Amy), Cassidy, Benjamin, Nicholas and Gina; seven great 
grandchildren; one sister, Dorothy; one brother, Fred; three sisters-in-law, Lee Ann, 
Mary Ellen and Jane. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He 
was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Enanda Sampe; two brothers, David and 
William and one sister, Beatrice.
Funeral services will be held at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, 928 South 14th St., Manitowoc 
on Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Officiating at the service will be the 
Deacon Alan Boeldt. Burial will occur on Thursday at noon, September 3, 2015 at Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5:00 p.m. until 6:45 p.m. The Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the entire staff of Anna John 
Resident Centers Care Community for their loving care and compassion given to Ray and 
his family.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 30, 2015


MILTON A. SCHAAF

Milton A. Schaaf, age 86, of 1927 Lexington Drive, Manitowoc, died Saturday 
evening, January 31, 1998, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 4, 1998, at St. 
Paul United Methodist Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be 
Rev. James Barnes with burial at Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born July 9, 1911, in Howards Grove, son of the late August and Marie 
Pieper Schaaf. Milton was a veteran of the United State Army Air Corp., 
serving during World War II in the Pacific Theater. On January 18, 1952, he 
married the former Esther Spink at St. Paul United Methodist Church, Manitowoc. 
Milton was the General Agent for Mutual Trust Life Insurance Co. serving 
Manitowoc, Sheboygan and Kewaunee Counties from 1946 until his retirement. 
He was past chairman of the Manitowoc County Republican Party, past chairman 
of the Red Cross of Manitowoc, past president of Manitowoc First Kiwanis and 
Lieutenant Governor of the Northeast District Kiwanis Club. Through the Kiwanis 
Club, Milton was a co-founder of the Key club of Lincoln High School.
Survivors include his wife, Esther; two daughters and a son-in-law, Peggy and 
Robert Henke, Amherst, Wis., Judy Schaaf, Kenosha; three sons and two daughters-
in-law, Roger and Kathleen Schaaf, Manitowoc, John Schaaf, St. Paul, Minn., 
Paul and Lisa Schaaf, Oshkosh; six grandchildren, Sam and Jamie Henke, Zachary 
Schaaf, Natalie, Russell, and Michael Schaaf. Also surviving are other relatives 
and many friends. He was preceded in death by five brothers and one sister.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday 
and Wednesday morning at St. Paul United Methodist church from 10 a.m. until 
the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, February 2, 1998 P. 2


CARL SCHADEBERG    (d. 1913)

CATO MAN ON VISIT HERE IS DEATH VICTIM 
C. Schadeburg Comes To See Daughter on Is Taken Ill
Visiting here to be near his daughter who is ill at the hospital, Carl Schadeburg, 
a well known Cato farmer, succumbed to an attack of illness a week ago and late 
yesterday afternoon passed away at the home of his son, George Schadeburg, 725 
Twenty-third street. Pneumonia was the cause of death.
Mr. Schadeburg was a native of Saxonburg, born June 24, 1844, and came here as a 
boy in the 50’s. At the outbreak of the Civil war, though but 17 years of age, he 
enlisted with his father in a New York regiment and at the battle of Bull Run was 
injured and was granted a furlough and did not again return to his regiment. His 
father served during the four years.
In 1870 decedent located on a farm in Cato where he has since resided. A widow and 
eight children survive, Frederick and George, this city, Theo of Iowa; Mrs. H. 
Feuerpheil, Mrs. J. Rugowsky, Milwaukee; Charles, of Cato; Mrs. Emil Kummer and 
William Schadeburg, Rapids. Twenty-six grandchildren also survive.
The funeral will be held at Cato Thursday at 1 o’clock with burial at Branch.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, March 11, 1913  P. 1


CHARLES SCHADEBERG    (d. 1973)

Charles Schadeberg, 91, a Manitowoc County resident, died Thursday 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Private family funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with burial in Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Schadeberg was born Aug. 23, 1881, in Manitowoc County, son of 
the late Carl and Philomona Michael Schadeberg.
Survivors include nieces and nephews.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. July 27, 1973
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(SCHADEBERG, CHARLES/23 Aug 1881/Jul 1973/SSDI)


HEINRICH SCHADEBERG

Death of 73 yr. old Heinrich Schadeberg on Mon. in Town Cato at 
the residence of his son Karl. His funeral will take place this 
afternoon at the church cemetery in Branch.
Der Nord Westen, 15 Mar. 1894


DAVID J. SCHAMBUREK

David J. Schamburek, 62, of 1408 A. 16th Street, Two Rivers, died peacefully on 
May 2, 2005 at Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers. The funeral will be at 
10:30 am on Friday at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church in Two Rivers. 
Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. William G. O'Brien 
with burial to follow at the Branch Evergreen Cemetery. Friends may call at the 
church after 9 am Friday until the time of Mass. There will be no Thursday 
evening visitation.
David was born on July 18, 1942 in Whitelaw, son of Joseph Schamburek and the late 
Devota Lorrigan Schamburek. He attended parochial school in Whitelaw and was a 
1960 graduate of Valders High School, followed by ten years of service in the U.S. 
Army Reserve. David worked for many years with his father for Joseph Schamburek 
Masonry and later was employed with Lakeside Packing Co., as a truck driver. He 
played trumpet in various polka bands over the years and also played "Taps" at 
many Memorial Day services. He enjoyed playing cribbage, hunting, trapping and 
running the coon dogs and enjoyed singing in the funeral choir at St. Luke's 
Catholic Church.
Survivors include his father, Joseph Schamburek of Whitelaw; two sisters and a 
brother-in-law, Rosemary Sprang of Madison and Kathleen and Ralph Schleis of 
Manitowoc; a brother and sister-in-law, James and JoAnn Schamburek of Manitowoc; 
several aunts, uncles, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, 
Devota Schamburek and infant twin sisters, Margaret Rose and Mary Ellen Schamburek.
Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels of Two Rivers is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Valders Journal, May 5, 2005


ANTOINETTE SCHNEIDER

Death Fri. of Miss Nellie Schneider of consumption in the residence of 
her parents near Branch. The deceased, who was 24, leaves 10 sisters in 
addition to her parents. The burial was held Sun.
Der Nord Westen, 19 July 1900
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DEATH OF MISS SCHNEIDER, A BEAUTIFUL GIRL WHO LIVED AT THE BRANCH.
Miss Nettie Schneider, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Schneider of Branch died 
of consumption Friday morning at the age of twenty-one. Her parents, five 
brothers and six sisters survive her. Burial took place Sunday afternoon in the 
village cemetery. The services were conducted by the Rev. Mr. Johnson of 
Manitowoc.
Miss Schneider had been ill almost a year. She spent two months last winter in 
New Mexico in the vain attempt to regain her health, and returned to her home 
early this summer to die. Miss Schneider was a young lady of charming personality, 
a favorite with the villagers. Her popularity, however, extended far beyond the 
boundaries of the Branch into Manitowoc and other cities and towns of the state. 
Her death was not unexpected, but it was peaceful. As William Cullen Bryant said, 
"She drew the draperies of her couch about her and laid down to pleasant dreams."
Manitowoc Pilot, July 19, 1900
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1900 Jul 13  SCHNEIDER  Angoniette (sic)  v.6 p.304
"Manitowoc County Pre-1907 Death Index"
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Angoniette Schneider  (sic)
birth: 22 February 1879 Manitowoc Rapids
death: 13 July 1900 Manitowoc Rapids, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1900 Manitowoc Rapids
father: Anton Schneider
mother: Margaret
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


ANTON SCHNEIDER

DENVER MAN HURT HERE SUCCUMBS TO INJURIES TODAY
Anthony Schneider, Struck by N.W. Train Thursday, 
Succumbs to His Injuries At the Hospital
To die as the result of injuries received when he was on his way to 
purchase a ticket to return to his home at Denver was the fate of 
Anthony Schneider, Jr. Mr. Schneider, who left here when but a young 
lad had for years made his home in the west and returned here early 
in January for a visit with his parents who live at 816 north 
Nineteenth street.
Last week he decided that he would return to Denver and Thursday noon 
was on his way to the depot to purchase his ticket, having taken the 
route through the cemetery and along the Northwestern tracks. He was 
struck by the passenger train which leaves here for the south at 1:10 
and suffered injuries which caused his death at the hospital at 8:40 
o'clock last night. Mr. Schneider had stepped from the tracks to allow 
the train to pass but in some unexplained manner, possibly by slipping 
on the bank near the track, was thrown against the baggage car and his 
skull was fractured. He was brought to the station by the train crew 
and rushed to the hospital by the ambulance but failed to survive.
Anthony Schneider was 46 years of age, was born at Branch, August 22, 
1872 and left here for the west when a boy. Besides his parents he is 
survived by three brothers and four sisters. They are George, of 
Portland, Oregon; William of Missoula, Mont.; and Florian, of this city; 
Mrs. Frank Redeker, of Denver, Col.; Mrs. Charles F. Gate, North Carolina; 
Mrs. E.E. McKibbon, of Los Angeles, Cal. and Mrs. Charles Anderes, of 
Wausau.
The funeral will be held from the home of the parents on north Nineteenth 
street, Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock and interment will be at Branch.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, February 24, 1919 P.1
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(Anthony Schneider/d. 18 Nov. 1919/age 46/cause: injured in accident/
from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)


CLARA SCHNEIDER

DEATH OF CLARA SCHNEIDER REMOVES AN EXCELLENT YOUNG WOMAN
Clara Schneider was born Jan. 6, 1877 being 26 years of age at the time of her 
death. She bore her part in the world's work filling with satisfaction and credit 
the position of stenographer in a large Milwaukee establishment, until about a 
year and a half ago, when she resigned owing to failing health. During last fall, 
she suffered an attack of pleurisy from which she never fully recovered.
In her early death the loss to family and friends is very great. To them she stood 
for all that was beautiful and symmetrical in character. As the rose in its sweet 
perfection appeals to the heart of mankind, so did her personal beauty and sweetness 
of disposition affect the hearts of friends. A sad, fragrant memory to those who 
mourn today, she bloometh fair and strong in the garden of God.
Interment took place Tuesday, the Rev. S.R.S Gray officiating. Regardless of the 
intense cold, a large number of friends including many from this city attended.
Herald Times Reporter, February 19, 1903
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Clara Schneider
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name Clara Schneider
Event Type Death
Event Date 1903
Event Place Rapids, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place Rapids,
Gender Female
Age 26
Marital Status Single
Race W
Occupation Stenographer
Birth Date 06 Jan 1877
Birth Year (Estimated) 1877
Birthplace Manitowoc Rapids,
Burial Place Branch, Wis.
Father's Name Anton Schneider
Father's Birthplace Germany
Mother's Name Margaret Schneider
Mother's Birthplace Germany	
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch 
Clara Schneider, 1903; citing Death, Rapids, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
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Clara Schneider
Wisconsin Death Index
Name Clara Schneider
Event Type Death
Event Date 14 Feb 1903
Event Place Manitowoc, Wisconsin
"Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907," database, FamilySearch
Clara Schneider, 14 Feb 1903; from "Wisconsin Deaths, 1820-1907,
*********
First Publication March 5, 1903.
State of Wisconsin-Manitowoc County Court-In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of Clara Schneider deceased, intestate.
On reading and filing the petition of Emma Schneider of Manitowoc Rapids 
representing among other things that Clara Schneider an inhabitant of said 
county, on the 14, day of Feb. A.D., 1903, at Manitowoc Rapids died intestate, 
leaving estate to be administered, and that said petitioner is the sister of 
said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to David 
Sheldon granted.
It is ordered that said petition be heard at a special term of said county court 
to be held on Tuesday, the 31st day of March A.D., 1903, 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 Post a weekly newspaper published 
at Manitowoc in said county.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 28th day of February A.D., 1903.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Manitowoc Post, Thursday, March 5, 1903 P. 1
********
(d. 15 Feb. 1903/age 26/cause: heart failure/consumption/
from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
*********
(Note: The church death date is one day off from the probate notice)


FRANK SCHNEIDER

Frank Schneider of the Branch, aged 20, died of consumption of the lungs 
on Sunday last.
Manitowoc Pilot, December 26, 1889  P. 3


HERMAN SCHNEIDER

BRANCH:
Death Of Herman Schneider
Taken away in the prime of manhood Herman Schneider a well known young man of 
Branch passed away Friday morning. Deceased was 22 years of age. He suffered 
from his disease for about a year. Last fall he went west in the hopes of 
regaining his health but steadily grew worse. He is survived by a father, 
mother, four brothers and four sisters. The sympathy of the whole community 
is extended to the bereaved family.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, May 19, 1904  pg. 8
*********
Herman Schneider, aged 21, died at the home of his parents at Branch last Friday 
morning of consumption. The funeral and interment took place Sunday at Branch, 
S. R. S. Gray of this city, officiating. Mr. Schneider had been in Denver for 
some time. He returned however about four weeks ago. He leaves a father and 
mother, five sisters and three brothers. Three other sisters have died within 
the past two years. A number of friends from here attended the funeral.
Manitowoc Pilot,  May 19, 1904 
*********
(d. 13 May 1904/age 21/res. Colorado/cause: consumption/
from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)


WILLIAM SCHRAM

William Schram, 38, of 1010 South 23rd street, died at the Holy Family hospital 
this afternoon. He had been a patient there since Thursday.
Funeral services have not been arranged as yet.
Mr. Schram is survived by his father, August Schram, also of 1010 South-23rd 
street, and a son, William, Jr. The body is at the Vogelsang funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 22, 1940  P. 2
*********
Funeral services for William Schram, 38, who died at the hospital yesterday, 
will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. from the Vogelsang Funeral home, the Rev. 
Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in the Branch cemetery.
Survivors are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. August Schram of this city; son, William, 
of this city; two brothers, August Jr. and Roger, both of this city; sister, Mrs. 
Joseph Schweigel, of this city.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from this evening at 7 o’clock until 
the hour of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 23, 1940 


OLGA SCHUETTE

Olga, three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schuette, Branch, 
dies of burns received when she fell into a tub of boiling water.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, February 26, 1918, Page 1
(this appears in the “15 Years Ago” section)
********
There was a sad accident Sat. in the residence of the Henry Schuette family 
in Branch. While playing, their 3-yr. old daughter stumbled over a kettle of 
boiling water which had been lifted from the stove onto the floor. It spilled 
over the right side of the child's body and burned her terribly. Despite 
medical attention the child died Mon. morning. The funeral was yesterday.
Der Nord Westen, 26 Feb. 1903
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1903 Feb 23  SCHUETTE  Olga  v.7 p.135
"Manitowoc County Pre-1907 Death Index"
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Olga Schuette
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name	Olga Schuette
Event Type	Death
Event Date	1903
Event Place	Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
Residence Place	Rapids,
Gender	Female
Age	2
Marital Status	Single
Race	W
Birth Date	10 Aug 1900
Birth Year (Estimated)	1901
Birthplace	Rapids,
Father's Name	Henry F. Schuette
Father's Birthplace	Kossuth, Manitowoc,
Mother's Name	Ernstine Schuette
Mother's Birthplace	Germany
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907"


AGNES SHAFFER

Agnes Shaffer, age 91, formerly of Branch, Wis. passed away Thursday morning, 
at the Manitwooc (sic) Health Care Center.
Funeral Services will be at 7 p.m. Sunday at the Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
Rev. Robert Meyer will officiate with burial to take place Monday at the Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born June 13, 1902, in Mishicot, daughter of the late John and Eva 
Britter Hoffman. She attended schools in Manitowoc. She married Ben Shaffer, 
September 28, 1922, in Waukegan, Ill. The couple returned to Branch to make 
their home. She was a member of the St. Johns United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. 
She was a was a charter member of the Branch Homemakers. She was former member of 
the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, Manitowoc.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Elaine Shaffer, Plymouth; 
one daughter and son-in-law, JoAnne and Robert Bartelme, Manitowoc; five 
grandchildren and eight great granchildren (sic), other relatives and friends 
also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ben, four brothers and 
four sisters.
Friends may call from 4 p.m. Sunday until the time of service at the Jens Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc.
Memorials may be made to the St. John's United Church of Christ, Manitowoc.
Herald Times Reporter, March 4, 1994 P. A2
********
(13 Jun 1902/03 Mar 1994/SSDI)
********
Ben Shaffer of this place and Miss Agnes Hoffman of Manitowoc were married at 
Waukegan Friday. After a wedding trip they will return to Branch. The bride is 
a daughter of Mrs. Eva Hoffman of Manitowoc and until a few months ago was 
employed with the O. Torrison Co. Mr. Shaffer is a son of Frank Shaffer. He has 
been manager of the Shaffer business for a year or more.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 5, 1922


AMELIA SHAFFER

MRS. F. SHAFFER DIES TODAY AT BRANCH HOME 
Mrs. Frank Schaffer (sic) passed awqay this morning after a several weeks 
illness at the family homestead at Branch. She was 77 years of age and was 
born in Bohemia in 1854 and came to this country in her early life. Her 
maiden name was Amelia Karda and she was married to Frank Schaffer in the 
town of Franklin and they have resided at Branch since then. Besides the 
husband, two daughters, Mrs. Chas. Etzler of Madison and Mrs. Reinhold 
Clusen, of R. 6, Manitowoc, three sons, Charles, William and Benjamin at 
Branch and one sister Mrs. John Stiener of Branch survive. 
Burial will take place on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the home-
stead near Branch in charge of Rev. Menke. The remains will be removed to 
the home tomorrow afternoon from the Wattawa Urbanek and Schlei funeral 
home.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 6, 1931  P. 12


BEN SHAFFER

Benjamin (Ben) Shaffer, 68, Branch tavern owner and dance hall operator 43 
years, died Saturday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a 
short illness. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John United Church of Christ, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery. Military graveside rites will be conducted by American 
Legion Drews-Bleser Post 88.
Mr. Shaffer was born July 4, 1896, at Branch, son of the late Frank and Amelia 
Skarda Shaffer. He was married to Agnes Hoffman Sept. 28, 1922 at Waukegan and 
the couple began operation of the tavern and dance hall at Branch after marriage. 
He was a World War I veteran, member of the Manitowoc County Tavern League and 
Legion post.
Surviving are the wife, a son, (private), a daughter, (private), of Manitowoc 
and five grandchildren. A son, Ben Jr., four brothers and three sisters preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Ninth Street entrance, 
Manitowoc, this Monday evening until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 15, 1965  P. 8 
********
(03 Jul 1896/Feb 1965/SSDI)
********
Ben Shaffer of this place and Miss Agnes Hoffman of Manitowoc were married at 
Waukegan Friday. After a wedding trip they will return to Branch. The bride is 
a daughter of Mrs. Eva Hoffman of Manitowoc and until a few months ago was 
employed with the O. Torrison Co. Mr. Shaffer is a son of Frank Shaffer. He has 
been manager of the Shaffer business for a year or more.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 5, 1922


FRANK SHAFFER, JR.

Death in Branch Saturday from appendicitis of Frank Schaffer, Jr., son of the
well-known innkeeper, Frank Schaffer, Sr. The deceased was a pupil in the
local commercial school and after leaving it had been associated with his father. 
He is survived by his parents, 3 sisters and 4 brothers. The funeral was held 
Tuesday.
Der Nord Westen, 03 June 1909
********
Notes From Branch:
After on week's illness, Frank Shaffer, Jr., one of our best known 
young men, passed away at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. F.J. 
Shaffer on Sunday morning at 11 o'clock of what was pronounced by 
the physician as appendicitis. He was a graduate of the local public 
school and of the Wisconsin Business college of Manitowoc. At the 
latter he finished the business course and then associated himself 
with this father in business. He was a young man of unstained moral 
character, a man of exemplary habits and a friend to all, who will 
miss his greeting smile, kind heart and ever willing hand. For the 
past three years he was captain and treasurer of the Branch Athletic 
club which he brought to its present standard. The body was laid to 
rest at Evergreen cemetery at Branch, Rev. Grather officiating. The 
funeral was held on Tuesday at 2 o'clock p.m.
The floral offerings were many and beautiful; the surviving members 
of the B.A.C. showing their last respects to their late captain by 
way of a beautiful wreath.
Outsiders attending the funeral which was the largest ever seen here 
were: Mrs. Anna Cayouette, Mrs. Mary Reynolds, Mrs. Preslcika of 
Shawano; Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Etzler and daughter Clara of Reedsville; 
Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Meisnest, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Meisnest, Mr. Peter 
Herrman, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Soensgen of Manitowoc; and Mr. and Mrs. 
A. Stiner of Mishicot.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, June 3, 1909  pg. 8


FRANK J. SHAFFER    (d. 1933)

Frank J. Schaffer (sic), Branch Leader, Dies Here
HEART ATTACK PROVES FATAL THIS MORNING 
Retired Business Man Was Prominent At Branch For 40 Years
Frank J. Shaffer, 79, business man at Branch for over 40 years and for the past 
12 years living a retired life in this city, suffered a fatal heart attack 
Wednesday evening at North Eighth and Buffalo streets. He died six hours later 
at the Holy Family hospital.
Mr. Shaffer, who since the death of his wife two years ago, had been making his 
home at the Krainik place, 915 Chicago street, was out last evening for his usual 
walk before retiring. He was stricken with a heart attack shortly before 7 p.m. 
and fell to the sidewalk. The police ambulance was summoned and Mr. Shaffer was 
removed to the hospital where he died at 1:30 a.m. 
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home in charge of the Rev. Menke. The remains will be interred 
beside the body of his wife in the Branch cemetery.
Born in Bohemia.
Born in Bohemia 79 years ago last November, the deceased came to this country 
when a small boy with his parents. While the family located on a farm near Branch, 
Mr. Shaffer made his home in numerous cities throughout the country before 
returning to this county.
In the late seventies he opened a tavern at Taus and a few years later, in 1883, 
came to Branch and vicinity. He became a member of the school district board and 
was chosen as treasurer of the school district, which position he filled for 
several years. He was also prominent in the organization of the Manitowoc and 
Western Telephone company, a rural phone line serving territory contiguous to 
Branch. He was chosen the first secretary of the company, which post he filled 
for a number of years.
Three Sons 
Twelve years ago he retired from active business. His interests at Branch were 
taken over by his son and Mr. and Mrs. Shaffer came to this city to spend their 
declining years. Mrs. Shaffer died two years ago. 
Survivors are three sons, Charles, William and Benjamin, all of Branch, two 
daughters, Mrs. Reinholdt Clusen, Route 6, Manitowoc and Mrs. Charles Etzler, 
Madison, Wis., a sister, Mrs. John Sykora, Lodi, Wis., and eight grandchildren.
The deceased was a member of the Z.C.B.J. lodge whose members will attend the 
final rites on Saturday afternoon.
The remains are at the funeral home where they may be viewed up to the hour of 
the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, September 21, 1933  P. 2


GARY K. SHAFFER

Gary K. Shaffer, 50, of N. 6379 Shamrock Court, Plymouth, died at his home 
Saturday, Sept. 30, 2000 after a lengthy battle with cancer.
He was born on May 27, 1960 in Branch (Manitowoc County), Wis., a son of Kenneth 
and Elaine Shaffer. His family moved from Branch to the family farm in Sheboygan 
County.
Gary attended Plymouth High School, graduating in 1968. He served in the U.S. 
Navy from 1968 to 1971 and was statined in Japan for a year. Upon returning 
from Japan he obtained training to become a registered diagnostic medical 
sonographer.
On Sept. 24, 1971, he married Laura M. Jochmann. The couple has resided in Plymouth 
where they raised two daughters., Amy Jo and Hope Elizabeth. Gary worked at St. 
Agnes Hospital until his retirement in 1996. As a member of the Winooski Bowmen 
Club, “Bucko” enjoyed spending many hours recalling hunting tales with his friends. 
Gary was an avid sportsman who enjoyed fishing, bow hunting, woodworking and spending 
time at his cabin in Cavouri, Wis.
He was also a member of the Plymouth Jaycees for many years, holding various offices, 
including president.
Gary is survived by his wife, Laura; two daughters, Amy of Great Falls, Mont.; and 
Hope (Fiancee Jeremy Young) of Tempe, Ariz.; his parents: Ken and Elaine Shaffer; two 
brothers, Wayne (Jean) Shaffer and David (Sue) Shaffer; two sisters, Gail (James) 
Wagner and Jill (Rick) Schmidt all of Plymouth; nieces and nephews, Jennifer, Chris, 
Kurt, Wendy, Michael and Brad; three aunts, JoAnn (Bob) Bartelme of Manitowoc; and 
Clarice (Lee) Nicol of Michigan; Barb (Dale) Schadewald of Arizona; one brother-in-
law, William (Donna) Jochmann of Plymouth; one sister-in-law and Joyce (Les) Mastali? 
of Burlington. He is also survived by other relatives and many dear friends.
A celebration of Gary’s life will be at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2000 at the 
Suchon Funeral Home in Plymouth. The Rev. Lance Lackore, pastor of Community United 
Church of Christ in Elkhart Lake will officiate. Cremation will follow the service.
Friends may call at the Suchon Funeral Home on Wednesday from 2:30 p.m. until the 
time of service.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established in Gary’s name to be given 
to the Outdoors Skill Center in Plymouth for youth education so that they can learn 
to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors Gary so truly loved. Gary was a great friend to 
everyone he knew. He will be deeply missed especially by his four-legged companion 
“Ebony”.
The Suchon Funeral Home in Plymouth is serving the family.
Sheboygan Press, October 2, 2000 P. A2


JOSEPH SHAFFER

Jos. Schaffer Dead
Branch Business Man Succumbs as Result of Operation
A second operation which he submitted to at the hospital Sunday, caused the death 
of Joseph Schaffer, a well known young business man of Branch, member of the firm 
of Schaffer & Meisnest. Mr. Schaffer was brought to the city three weeks ago and 
underwent an operation for appendicitis and Sunday a second operation was deemed 
necessary. Decedent was 26 years of age and had been engaged in business for eight 
years. He is a son of Frank Schaffer and is survived by his parents, three brothers 
and three sisters. Mr. Schaffer was a young man of bright prospects whose untimely 
death will bring sorrow to many friends. The funeral will be held Wednesday at 
2 o'clock at Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., June 13, 1910
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Joseph Schaeffer, a member of the firm of Schaeffer and Meisnest at Branch, died 
at the Holy Family Hospital Monday morning at 6 o'clock following an operation 
for appendicitus. He was taken to the hospital a few weeks ago and it was thought 
had an excellent chance of being the victor in the grim struggle for life, but he 
did not survive the operation. He was 26 years of age. At Branch he was associated 
with Schaeffer and Meisnest mercantile company and was well known throughout the 
county and especially in that community.
The Reporter, Fri. June 17, 1910 
********
Card of Thanks
The undersigned wishes to thank those who so generously assisted us in our 
late bereavement, the death and burial of my son. To those who voiced their 
sympathy and to donors of flowers, we are grateful.
Frank J. Shaffer and family
Branch
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 21, 1910


KENNETH SHAFFER

Kenneth W. Shaffer, age 88, of Plymouth, WI, passed away March 22, 2015 at home. 
He was born June 10, 1926 in Manitowoc, WI, a son of the late Ben and Agnes 
(Hoffman) Shaffer. He attended Manitowoc Lincoln High School. Ken served in the 
United States Navy on the USS Blackhawk in the Pacific from October 1944 – June, 
1946 during World War II. He married his high school sweetheart, Elaine Schadewald, 
in Manitowoc, WI on September 14, 1946. They lived in Branch for 19 years then 
moved to the Plymouth farm in 1965 where he raised cattle. He worked as one of the 
first dairy field men for most cheese factories in the area at the time. He was a 
charter member of the Kettle Carvers and was active in carving many shore birds, 
ducks and loons, which he gave away as gifts and sold at craft fairs. He was a 
member of Salem United Church of Christ in Plymouth. Ken was a member of Ambelang-
Ebelt-Law Cascade American Legion Post #386 for 50 years.
In addition to his loving wife of 68 years, Elaine, he is survived by two sons, 
Wayne (Jean) and David (Susan), both of Plymouth; two daughters Gail (Jim) Wagner 
and Jill Shaffer (Michael Plonski) of Appleton; one daughter-in-law, Joanne (Bob) 
Bartelme of Manitowoc; eight grandchildren, Michael and Brad Roberts, Kurt (Carol) 
Wagner, Wendy (Andrew) Burch, Chris (Heather) Shaffer, Jennifer (Gene) Smithers, 
Hope (Josh) Schaefer and Amy (Brett) Armstrong; eight great grandchildren, two 
sisters-in-law, Clarice Nicol of Jackson, WI and Barb Schedewald of Arizona. He is 
also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Memorial service will be held on Wednesday evening, March 25, at 6:00 p.m. at Suchon 
Funeral Home in Plymouth. Rev. James Hoppert, pastor of Salem United Church of Christ 
in Plymouth will officiate. Cremation will take place and inurnment will be at 
Evergreen Cemetery in Branch, WI. Following the services, Ambelang-Ebelt-Law American 
Legion Post #386 of Cascade will conduct military rites. Friends may call at the 
Suchon Funeral Home on Wednesday, March 26 from 3:00 p.m. till the time of services. 
In lieu of flower, a memorial fund is being established in Kenneth’s name.
The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to all the staff of Hospice 
Advantage Care of Sheboygan and Comfort Keepers of Sheboygan.


BARBARA SHAVLIK

Mrs. John C. Shavlik, 24, of 2201 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died early Sunday
morning.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Redeemer Lutheran Church,
Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Weiss will officiate with burial in Branch
Evergreen Cemetery at Branch.
Mrs. Shavlik, nee Barbara Ann Naibert, was born Nov. 5, 1950, at Manitowoc,
daughter of Elmer and Delores Fricke Naibert. She was graduated from Reeds-
ville High School, Reedsville, with the Class of 1968. She was married to
John C. Shavlik Dec. 21, 1968, at Manitowoc, and was presently employed at
Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband and a son (private); her parents, Mr. and Mrs.
Elmer Naibert, a brother John, a sister, Cindy, and maternal grandmother,
Mrs. Clara Fricke, of Manitowoc; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred
Naibert, of Rt. 4, Sturgeon Bay, and father and mother-in-law, Mr. and
Mrs. Victor Shavlik, of Whitelaw.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 o'clock
this Monday evening until noon Tuesday when the casket will be moved to
the church where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, August 4, 1975  p.14
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Manitowoc Woman Is Killed 
A 24-year-old Manitowoc woman, Barbara A. Shavlik became Manitowoc County’s 
seventh traffic victim of the year early Sunday morning when she died of a 
skull fracture sustained in the crash of a car driven by her husband, John C. 
Shavlik, 25, in Town of Manitowoc Rapids. 
(snip)
The Shavliks, of 2201 Marshall St., were eastbound on County Trunk P (rural 
route Menasha Avenue), when their car went off the south edge of the pavement.
It continued down the south shoulder portion of the road for some distance 
before skidding around broadside across the road and into the north ditch.
The car struck a concrete culvert broadside on a driveway access of the Hamlin 
Last property, flipped over and landed on its top at the opposite end of the 
access. 
Shavlik, who sustained abrasions and contusions, and his wife were removed to 
Holy Family Hospital by Manitowoc Ambulance Service. The accident report said 
the crash occurred at 3:45 a.m. 
(snip)
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, August 4, 1975  P. 1
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(05 Nov 1950/Aug 1975/SSDI)


JOE SHAVLIK

Joseph Shavlik, 87, of Whitelaw, died Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc, where he had been a patient since Saturday.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Friedens United Church of Christ, 
Reedsville. Rev. T. F. Hilgeman will officiate and burial will be at Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Shavlik was born May 1, 1881, in the Town of Franklin, son of the late Wencel 
and Rose Panoch Shavlik. He married Lillian Krohn July 7, 1989. They farmed in 
the Town of Franklin until 29 years ago when they moved to Whitelaw. She died in 
September, 1943. He married Mrs. Mary DeWilde in 1957. Mr. Shavlik was a carpenter 
and Mason by trade. 
He is survived by his wife; a son, Victor, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw; three step-sons, 
William and Edward St. Arnold of Kaukauna and Claire St. Arnold living in 
California; two step-daughters, Mrs. Francis Heinz of Kaukauna and Mrs. Anthony 
Schmidt of Minnesota; a brother, Edward, of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Anna 
Christoffel, of Two Rivers; seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. 
One son, two brothers and two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, until 1:15 p.m. Saturday 
when the body will be moved to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 5, 1968  P. 11


LILLIAN SHAVLIK

Mrs. Joseph Shavlik, 56, of Whitelaw, died this morning at the Holy Family 
hospital following a six weeks’ illness.
She was born November, 8, 1886, in the town of Franklin, and resided on a 
farm there until 1939, when she and her husband moved to Whitelaw. Her maiden 
name was Lillian Krohn. The couple were married on July 7, 1909.
Survivors include the husband, her mother, Mrs. Sophie Krohn, two sons, Victor, 
Whitelaw, and Hardy, Whitelaw route 1, and one brother, Bert, Marshfield.
The body will be removed to the home in Whitelaw from the Pfeffer funeral home 
Friday afternoon. Funeral services will be held on Sunday afternoon, 1 o’clock 
from the home, and at 2 o’clock from the Evangelical Reformed church in 
Reedsville. The Rev. Dilman Rodel will officiate. Burial will be in the Branch 
cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 16, 1943 P. 2


MARCELLA SHAVLIK

Marcella I. Shavlik, 83, 431 Madison St., Reedsville and formerly of 12414 Reifs 
Mill Rd., Whitclaw, died Saturday, May 10, 2003, at Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center. 
Marcella was born Jan. 4, 1920, in the Town of Kossuth, daughter of the late 
Joseph and Mary Naidl Yanda. She attended schools in Manitowoc County and graduated 
with the Class of 1937 from Lincoln High School. She married Victor Shavlik on 
July 3, 1939, in Sheboygan. He preceded her in death Nov. 13, 1988. She was a 
member of Zion Lutheran Church, Wayside, previous member of Redeemer Lutheran 
Church and Ladies Aid, Manitowoc, Whitelaw Senior Citizens, Wisconsin Home Community 
and Education, 4-H leader for many years, Wisconsin Czechs, Retired Senior Volunteer 
Program, reader for the First Book Program. Marcella was a writer for the Senior 
Action Newspaper. 
Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Dick and Cathy Shavlik, Whitelaw; 
Robert and Debra Shavlik, Green Bay; Jack and Chris Shavlik, Whitelaw; two daughters 
and sons-in-law, Shirley and Ken Baroun, Allentown, Penn.; Jean and Steve Zirbel, 
Reedsville; one brother and sister-in-law, Joseph and Evelyn Yanda, Manitowoc; two 
sisters, Agnes Nesper, Mae Tisler, both of Manitowoc; 11 grandchildren; eight great-
grandchildren. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Victor; one grandson, Steve Shavlik; 
one sister, Anna Troullier. 
Relatives and friends may call from 4 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2003, at the 
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville and on Thursday at the church 
from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. 
Thursday, May 15, 2003, at Zion Lutheran Church, Wayside, Wis. The Rev. Steve Kline 
will officiate. Burial will follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery. 
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Marcella’s name. 
The Shavlik Family would like to extend a special thank you to a very special friend, 
Ann Badjan and Dr. Baatz and staff.
Herald Times Reporter, May 2003 
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(04 Jan 1920/10 May 2003/SSDI)


STEVE "SPEEDO" SHAVLIK

Steve "Speedo" A. Shavlik, age 27, of Green Bay, died Wednesday, June 19, 1996.
Funeral Services will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, June 21, 1996, at Proko-Wall 
Funeral Home, 1630 E. Mason St., Green Bay. Burial will be in Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Survivors include two children, Justin, Carly; their mother, Lynn Paulson, all 
of Green Bay; his parents, John and Chris Shavlik; three brothers, David, Mike 
and Bob, all of Kewaunee; his grandmother, Marcella Shavlik, Whitelaw, Delores 
Naibert, Manitowoc; grandfather, Bill Holmer, Green Bay; numerous aunts, uncles, 
nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, 
Barbara Shavlik, his grandfather's, Victor Shavlik, Elmer Naibert, and his 
grandmother, Berta Holmer.
Friends may call at Proko-Wall Funeral Home, Green Bay, from 2-7 p.m. Friday.
Herald Times Reporter, June 20, 1996 P. A2


VICTOR C. SHAVLIK

Victor C. Shavlik, 71, of 12414 Reif Mills Rd., Whitelaw, died unexpectedly 
Sunday morning, November 13, 1988, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Redeemer Lutheran Church , 
Manitowoc. Rev. Richard C. Miller will officiate and burial will be in Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Shavlik was born November 2, 1917, in the Town of Franklin, son of the late 
Joseph and Lillian Krohn Shavlik. He married Marcella Yanda, July 3, 1939. 
The couple farmed in the Town of Franklin. Mr. Shavlik was also employed at 
Imperial Eastman, Manitowoc, for 25 years, retiring in 1962. At the present 
time, he was Supervisor in the Town of Franklin, a position he held for many 
years. He was a member of Wisconsin Towns Association, a charter member of 
Island Snowblazers Club and Kellnersville Betterment Association. Mr. Shavlik 
was a former 4-H Club Leader and was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc and Whitelaw Senior Citizens. He was an avid card player.
Survivors include his wife, Marcella; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Dick 
and Cathy Shavlik of Whitelaw, Bob Shavlik of Green Bay and Jack and Chris 
Shavlik of Kewaunee; two daughters and sons-in-law, Shirley and Kenneth Baroun 
of Mishicot and Jean and Steve Zirbel of Cato; 12 grandchildren; two step 
grandchildren; a great grandchild; five sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law, 
Eleanor Shavlik of Two Rivers, Anna Troullier of Manitowoc, Miss Tisler of 
Manitowoc, Agnes and Ray Nesper of Manitowoc and Joseph and Evelyn Yanda of 
Manitowoc; nieces; nephews; cousins and many friends. He was preceded in death 
by his parents, a brother, Hardy, and a daughter-in-law, Barbara. 
Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday 
and at the church Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, November 14, 1988 P. 14
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(02 Nov 1917/13 Nov 1988/SSDI)


AURELIA SHELDON

DIED.
SHELDON—At Branch, July 10, 1880, of consumption, Aurelia, wife of David Sheldon 
and daughter of Ann and the late Enoch H. Lawrence, aged 23 years, 3 months and 
5 days.
The deceased had lived among us from her earliest childhood and had endeared 
herself to many by the constant exhibition of those sterling qualities which 
constitute true womanhood. After the death of her father, not two years ago, 
she became the dependence and comforter of her widowed mother, and the judicious 
adviser of her younger brothers and sisters; married only eight months ago. She 
was called thus early from her husband's side to meet that dearly beloved father 
whose loss she mourned so sincerely.
Her long and painful illness she bore with a patience and fortitude beautiful to 
behold, never once losing that thoughtfulness for others which was characteristic 
of her nature. Her life was short, as man measures it in years, but if measured by 
the kind and generous deeds it exhibited, it was long indeed, for it was replete 
with such, and its record will ever be carried to the hearts of loving friends as 
one of the beautiful things of earth.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 15, 1880
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1870 census David Sheldon age 21 is living with his parents Orrin and Nancy Sheldon
1870 census A??lia age 13 is living with her parents Enoch and Ann Lawrence
1880 census David Sheldon age 31; wife Orelia age 23 living with his parents, Owen
and Nance Sheldon


DAVID SHELDON

D.W. SHELDON FORMER RESIDENT, KILLED IN WEST FORMER BRANCH MAN 
AND FOR YEARS COUNTY BOARD MEMBER, VICTIM OF AUTO MISHAP IN 
COLORADO 
Word was received today from Montrose, Colo., of the sudden death of 
David W. Sheldon, on Saturday. Mr. Sheldon lived for 50 years in 
Manitowoc county, making his home at the village of Branch, where he 
was prominent in local affairs. The death was due to an automobile 
accident, details of which have not as yet reached the city. 
A telegram received by Frank W. Meisnest of Branch, Wis., a friend of 
the family announced that the burial will take place at the village 
church upon arrival of the body Thursday afternoon. 
Mr. Sheldon was sixty seven years old and was born in Waterford, Wis. 
In 1850, the family took up their residence in Manitowoc county and Mr. 
Sheldon grew to manhood amidst the pioneer farm surroundings of Branch 
village. Of a manly and honest character he early gained the confidence 
of his neighbors and was trusted with local offices, among them that of 
town chairman and justice of the peace. Later he was a candidate for 
county treasurer on the republican ticket but was defeated at the 
primaries. Married to Miss Hannah Peterson, one child blessed their 
union, a son Mark, whose early death was an abiding sorrow with the 
bereaved parents. About ten years ago he took up his residence in 
Colorado where he lived in semi-retirement. Mr. Sheldon was a man of 
character and was known in the city through his service on the county 
board. Sturdy and straightforward he justified the confidence placed 
in him by his neighbors and was their trusted adviser on many occasions. 
He is survived by three sisters, Mrs. P.J. Pierce of this city; Mrs. 
Henry Gibson, Richmond, Va.; and Mrs. Louisa Squirrel of Montrose, Colo. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, May 10, 1915, Page 5 
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(D. W. Sheldon/d. 8 May 1915/age 48/cause: accident/from record of St. 
James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)


HENRY SHELDON

DIED.
At the Branch Mills, Manitowoc, Co., on the 6th inst, Henry, 
youngest son of Oren and Nancy B. Sheldon. Aged three years.
Manitowoc Tribune, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, September 9, 1854 P. 3


MARK LLEWELLYN SHELDON

Death Wednesday last week of an 8-year old son of David Sheldon of Branch,
after an illness of several weeks with jaundice. The funeral was held Saturday
afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 06 Sep. 1906
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(Mark Llewellyn Sheldon/d. 28 Aug. 1906/age 8 yrs./from record of 
St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)


NANCY SHELDON

City and County:
Mrs. Nancy B. Sheldon of Branch, mother of David Sheldon and of Mrs. P.J. Pierce 
of this city, died on Tuesday morning. She died while eating breakfast. She had 
been very feeble for years. She was 86 years old. She was born in Connecticut and 
had lived in this county 45 years.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 21, 1898  pg. 3


ORRIN SHELDON

From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-Five Years Ago - (1893)
Orrin Sheldon of the Branch village, died on Thursday of last week 
in his 88th year. He was born in Essex County, New York and moved 
to Ohio where he was married. He settled in Manitowoc Rapids in 1847. 
He was a millwright by trade and designed and built the Nachtwey 
flouring mill in 1867. He leaves a wife, a son and three daughters, 
David, Sheldon, the present chairman of Manitowoc Rapids, Mrs. P. J. 
Pierce, Mrs. Squirrel and Mrs. Henry Gibson of Virginia.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 12, 1918 


RONALD R. SHIMON

Ronald R. Shimon, age 58, formerly of Branch and a current resident of the 
Manitowoc Health Care Center, died Thursday morning, Jan. 11, 2007, at the 
Manitowoc Health Care Center after a long battle with multiple sclerosis. 
Ron was born Dec. 3, 1948, in Kellnersville, son of Bernard and Grace Lensmeyer 
Shimon. He was a 1966 graduate of Reedsville High School. Ron was inducted into 
the U.S. Army on March 17, 1969, and was honorably discharged on March 10, 1971. 
He worked for Hamilton Manufacturing in Two Rivers, retiring in 1986 due to 
illness. Ron enjoyed playing slow-pitch softball for many teams in Manitowoc 
County, and enjoyed coaching little league baseball at the Branch park. He 
enjoyed listening to polka music. 
Survivors include his parents: Bernard and Grace Shimon of Manitowoc; two sons 
and one daughter-in-law: Jason (Brenda) Shimon of Brussels; Eric Shimon of De 
Pere; one granddaughter: Hailey Shimon of Brussels; one sister and brother-in-
law: Karen (Gary) Christiansen of Little Rock, Ark. 
Private family graveside services were held at the Branch Evergreen Cemetery. 
The Rev. Paul Paider officiated. 
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Kellnersville, served the Shimon 
family. 
A special thank you to the staff of the Manitowoc Health Care Center for the 
special care given to Ron the past 20 years. 
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 14, 2007 
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(Dec. 3, 1948/Jan. 11, 2007/SSDI)


ADDIE SIEBERT

Mrs. Richard (Addie) Siebert, 82, of Route 1, Whitelaw, died unexpectedly
Sunday afternoon, March 16, at the home of a daughter and son-in-law, Mr.
and Mrs. Paul Hutterer of Branch, with whom she had been living since
Jan. 31.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Saur Funeral Home,
Kellnersville. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be
in Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Siebert, a lifelong resident of the Town of Franklin, was born
Feb. 18, 1898, daughter of the late Frank and Josephine Swagel Preston.
She was married to Richard Siebert June 28, 1916, the couple then farmed
in the Town of Franklin. Mr. Siebert preceded her in death February, 
1970.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Verienna and Paul Hutterer
of Branch; two sons and daughters-in-law, Alvin and Agnes Siebert of
Francis Creek and Raymond and Veronica Siebert of Manitowoc; a sister,
Mrs. Julia Reindl of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren, 20 great grand-
children and three great great grandchildren. An infant daughter,
Marcella, and three brothers preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday
until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, March 17, 1980 P.3


AMANDA SIEBERT

Amanda Siebert, 71, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, died Monday evening at 
Manitowoc County Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient 
the past 1 1/2 years. Earlier she had been living with her brother 
and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Siebert of Rt. 1, Whitelaw.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Friedens Evangelical 
and Reformed Church, Reedsville, the Rev. Lloyd Fried officiating. 
Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
Miss Siebert was born Dec. 11, 1889, in the Town of Franklin, 
Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Henry and Minnie Klemme 
Siebert. A brother and sister preceded her in death.
Survivors include a brother, Richard of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, and a 
step-brother, William Klemme of Merrill, Lincoln County, a sister, 
Mrs. Gotfried Holper of West Allis, and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Wednesday 
until 10:30 a.m. Thursday and at the church from 11 a.m. Thursday 
until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, January 3, 1961 P.17


HENRY SIEBERT

H. SIEBERT, CO. PIONEER, IS CALLED TO REST
Death came to Henry Siebert, pioneer resident of Franklin today at 
the hospital in this city his demise resulting from exhaustion after 
an operation for appendicitis and pneumonia and complications which 
set in. The news of his death is a shock to friends who did not know 
that he was so ill. Mrs. Siebert and son and daughter were with him 
when the end came.
Mr. Siebert was born on a farm near Branch on March 5, 1864, and made 
his home there until his marriage to Miss Wihelmine Klemme on July 23, 
thirty-eight years ago, then taking up residence on a farm in the town 
of Franklin, a few miles north of Whitelaw. The couple lived there up 
until a few years ago when he retired and his son, Richard, took over 
the farm.
The deceased is survived by his wife and four children, one child, a 
son having died. The children are Richard at home, Mrs. Julius Zunker 
of Branch and Miss Amanda and Miss Malinda at home. Three sisters, Mrs. 
Agnes Wilke of Sturgeon Bay, Mrs. Kate Rochey of this city and Mrs. 
John Kumm of Forestville and one brother, Charles Siebert, and seven 
grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services will be ???? Friday afternoon at 1:30 from the home 
in Franklin and burial will take place at Branch. The Rev. Otto Menke 
will officiate at the services.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, February 23, 1926 P.2


REINHARDT SIEBERT

DIED:
Reinhardt Charles Seibert (sic), the 9-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Seibert 
of the town of Franklin, died of inflammation of the bowels at the family home at 
an early hour Monday morning, October 16th, after an illness of nine days. Besides 
his parents, one brother, Richard C., and three sisters, Mayme, Amanda, and 
Malenda L., survive to mourn his loss.
The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon, October 18th, Rev. Zenk officiating and 
interment being at Evergreen cemetery, Branch.
The departed boy was a bright, lovable child, and his demise in the early spring-
tide of life is sorrowed for by a host of his juvenile friends. The parents, brother, 
and sisters have the sympathy of neighbors and numerous friends in bereavement.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, November 9, 1905  pg. 1
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Reinhart Seibert  (sic)
birth: 13 April 1896 Franklin
death: 16 October 1905 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Branch, Wis.
residence: 1905 Franklin
father: Henry Seibert
mother: Minnie
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


RICHARD SIEBERT

Richard Siebert, 77, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, died Tuesday evening at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Friedens Untied Church of 
Christ, Reedsville. The Rev. T.F. Hilgeman will officiate and burial will be 
in Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
Mr. Siebert was born May 15, 1892, in Town of Franklin, Manitowoc County, son 
of the late Henry and Wilhelmina Klemme Siebert. He married Addie Preston June 
28, 1916, at Manitowoc. The couple farmed in Town of Franklin. He retired 10 
years ago. He was the director of the Whitelaw Co-op and a trustee of the 
Friedens Untied Church of Christ.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Alvin of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, and Raymond of 
Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Paul (Verienna) Hutterer, of Branch; a sister, Mrs. 
Godfrey Holper, of West Allis, Wis.; seven grandchildren and 10 great grand-
children. A daughter, two sisters, a brother and a step brother preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home after 3 p.m. Thursday until 
11 a.m. Friday and then at the church until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 11, 1970
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(15 May 1892/Feb 1970/SSDI)


WILMINNIE SIEBERT

Mrs. Henry C. Siebert, 71, nee Wilhelmine Klemme, Whitelaw route 1, 
died at her home early Sunday morning following a short illness.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 from the 
home, two miles north of Whitelaw, and at 2 o'clock from the Bethany 
Reformed church, Branch. The Rev. Gilbert Wernecke and the Rev. O.H. 
Menke will officiate. Burial will be made in the Branch cemetery.
Mrs. Siebert was born in Germany Jan. 7, 1866. She came to America 
and settled in this county with her parents when she was three months 
old. She was married to Henry Siebert in July, 1887. Mr. Siebert died 
11 years ago. Mrs. Siebert was one of the oldest members of the Bethany 
Ladies Aid.
Survivors include two sons, Richard, on the homestead, and William 
Klemme, Marshfield; three daughters, Miss Amanda Siebert, at home; Mrs. 
Edward W. Popelars, Milwaukee; and Mrs. Julius Zunder of Manitowoc; two 
sisters, Mrs. Louis Hargraves, Manitowoc; and Mrs. Fred Kasten, Manitowoc 
route 2; and 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
The body will lie at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home tonight 
and until 9 o'clock tomorrow morning when it will be taken to the home. 
It will lie at the home until the time of the services Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 3, 1937 P.2


FABIAN SOULAK

Former Resident of County Dies At Son’s Home, South Dakota 
Fabian Shoulak(sic), 83, formerly a resident of the county passed away Thursday 
at the home of his son, Joseph at Claire City, S.D., of a paralytic stroke. He 
has resided there for the past eight years. He came to America with his parents 
in 1850 and located on a farm on Route 5. He was married to Kathrine Sipol who 
passed away in 1900. He retired in 1902. turning the farm over to his son, 
Adolph.
Two daughters, Mrs. A. Taft, Caldwell, Idaho and Emma of Oregon, and four sons, 
Joseph, Claire City, South Dakota, Frank, South Shore, S.D., Adolph, Manitowoc, 
Route 5, and Harvey of this city, survive. Ten grandchildren also survive.
The remains will be brought here for burial and interment will be at Branch. 
Arrangements for the funeral have not been completed. 
Manitowoc Herald News, February 16, 1929  P.5


KATHERINE SOULAK

Death came to Mrs. Tobias Sonlak(sic) at her home in Rapids Sunday 
after great suffering due to blood poisoning. She was 52 years of 
age and leaves a husband and six children to mourn her loss. The 
funeral will be held Tuesday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, October 15, 1900, Page 1
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Death in Manitowoc Rapids on Sun. of 50-yr. old 
Mrs. Tobias Sonlak of blood poisoning. The funeral 
was Tues.
Der Nord Westen, 18 Oct. 1900
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Catherine Schipa Saulak (sic)
birth: 1848 Bohemia
death: 14 October 1900 Manitowoc Rapids, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Branch, Wis.
residence: 1900 Manitowoc Rapids
father: Schipa
spouse: Fabian Saulak
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
********
(Note: the reporter could have mis-read the information, "n" and "u" 
look remarkably alike on handwritten records, as well as capital "F" 
and "T".)


AUGUST SPRINGSTUBE

Believes Health Bad, Takes Life
Depressed by what he believed were symptoms of failing health, 79 year old 
resident of the Branch area shot and killed himself in the yard of his farm 
home Wednesday afternoon.
Dr. Theodore Teitgen, county coroner, termed the death of August Springstube, 
Route 5, Manitowoc, a suicide. 
Sheriff Clarence Baryenbruch said Springstube had used a 32 caliber rifle, 
pulling the trigger with a stove poker equipped with a hook. The shot pene-
trated the heart, the coroner said.
The suicide was discovered by a passing school teacher, who saw the body in 
the yard. Accompanied by the dead man’s wife, he ascertained Springstube was 
dead and summoned authorities.
Dr. Teitgen said the suicide had apparently occurred about 4:30 p.m. at the 
home just south of Branch. Springstube, the coroner added, was under the 
impression that he was ill but had not had his fears confirmed by a doctor.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home in Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate and burial 
will be in the Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Springstube was born in Manitowoc Rapids in 1872. He married the former Frances 
Watruba at Francis Creek in 1895. The couple lived on a farm in Manitowoc Rapids 
until 15 years ago, when they retired to Branch.
Surviving are the wife; six daughters, Mrs. John Ploederl of Manitowoc, Mrs. 
Laddie Burmeister of Racine, Mrs. Alfred Miller, Mrs. Erna Funk and Mrs. Albert 
Langley all of Two Rivers, and Mrs. William Schmidt of Rt. 5 two sons, Clarence 
of Manitowoc and August Jr. of Milwaukee; a brother, Herman of Branch; a sister, 
Mrs. August Schramm of Manitowoc; 49 grand children and 23 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 4 p.m. Friday until 
time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 1, 1952  p. 2


DORIS SPRINGSTUBE

Mrs. Norman W. (Doris V.) Springstube, 53, of 7524 W. Union Rd., Branch, Wis., 
died Wednesday evening in Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lengthy 
illness.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday in Rockwood Lutheran Church, Rockwood. 
The Rev. Keith Haag will officiate and burial will be in Branch Evergreen Cemetery, 
Branch.
Mrs. Springstube, nee Doris Nisleit, was born June 17, 1924, in Sheboygan, 
daughter of the late John and Anna Wilde Nisleit. She grew up in Manitowoc 
County and was confirmed in Trinity Lutheran Church, Town of Liberty. June 25, 
1946, she was married to Norman W. Springstube in First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Mrs. Springstube was a member of Rockwood Lutheran 
Church, Ladies Bible Hour of the church, Memorial Hospital Auxilliary (sic) and 
Manitowoc County Historical Society.
Survivors include her husband, Norman, a brother, Harold Nisleit of San Leandro, 
Calif. and three sisters, Mrs. William (Marie) Free of Rt. 1, Newton, Mrs. 
Alfred H. (Elva) Sohn of Kohler and a twin sister, Mrs. Eldon (Dorothy) Gegen 
of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, nieces, nephews and other relatives. A brother, Carl Nisleit, 
preceded her in death.
Friends may call in Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 to 9 p.m. 
Friday and in the church noon Saturday until the time of service. A memorial 
has been established in her name.
Herald Times Reporter, August 4, 1977 P. 3


ELIZABETHA SPRINGSTUBE

Mrs. Herman Springstube of Branch, gave up her life as result of 
flu-pneumonia, aged 36. She was a native of Cooperstown and a 
daughter of Martin Klindt. The funeral will be held from the late 
home Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, November 23, 1918, Page 4


ERNESTINE SPRINGSTUBE

Death in Branch of Mrs. W. Springstube. She is survived by her husband 
and several children. We do not know the funeral arrangements.
Der Nord Westen, 31 Jan. 1907
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Mrs. Wm. Springstub (sic), a pioneer resident of Branch, died at the family home, 
one-half mile south of the village, on Thursday last. The deceased was 65 years 
of age, and is survived by a husband, two sons, August and Herman, both of this 
village; and two daughters, Mrs. Jake Kohlman of Four Corners and Mrs. Aug. Schram 
of Manitowoc. The funeral was held on Sunday, interment being at Evergreen cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, January 31, 1907
*******
Astruia Springstof (sic)
birth: 24 June 1842 Germany 
death: 23 January 1907 Branch, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin 
burial: 
Branch 
residence: 1907 Branch 
spouse: William Springstof 
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


FRANCES SPRINGSTUBE

Mrs. August Springstube, 88, of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, died early Tuesday morning 
at Maplewood Nursing Home, Sheboygan Falls. Before becoming a resident of the 
home she lived with a granddaughter and her husband, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Elliott, 
for 12 years.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Merlin Melby officiating. Interment will be in 
Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Springstube, nee Frances Wotruba, was born May 20, 1875, at Kellnersville, 
daughter of Mathew and Anna Barnaba Wotruba. Seventy six years ago she married 
August Springstube at Manitowoc Rapids. He died in 1952.
Survivors are two sons, August Jr., of Billings, Mont., and Clarence, of 
Milwaukee; five daughters, Mrs. Alfred Miller, of Two Rivers, Mrs. Valda 
Burmeister, of Racine, Mrs. Agnes Ploederl and Mrs. Irene Langley, of 
Manitowoc and Mrs. William Schmidt, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc; 45 grandchildren, 
35 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Three daughters, 
a brother and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 9, 1964   P. 5


HERMAN SPRINGSTUBE

Herman Springstube, ?, of Branch, retired farmer, died Thursday morning at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 2pm Saturday 
at the Rockwood Lutheran Church. The Rev. Edward Zell will officiate and 
burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Branch. He was born October ??, on 
the homestead where he spent his entire life and May 2?, ??, married Miss 
Elizabeth Klinda?. His wife died in 1918. Surviving are a son, Norman on the 
home farm; and a sister, Mrs. Anna Schram, of Manitowoc. Friends may call at 
the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after Friday?. The casket 
will be moved to the church at 10am Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times February 2, 1956 p.23


NORMAN SPRINGSTUBE

Norman W. Springstube, 76, of 7524 N. Union Road, Manitowoc, died Wednesday, 
July 5, 1989 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am 
Saturday at Rockwood Lutheran Church. Rev. David Waege will officiate with 
burial at Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Springstube was born July 25, 1912 in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of 
the late Herman and Elizabeth Klindt Springstube. He was educated at Town of 
Branch School and was a dairy farmer on the family farm all of his life. He 
married the former Doris Nisleit on June 25, 1946 at First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. She preceded him in death August 3, 1977. Mr. 
Springstube was a member of Rockwood Lutheran Church and a former member of 
Farm Bureau.
Survivors include sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Mrs. Marie Free of 
Manitowoc, Harold and Olga Nisleit of San Leandro, California, Alfred and 
Elva Sohn of Sheboygan, Eldon and Dorothy Tegen of Manitowoc, nieces, nephews 
and other relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in death by an infant 
brother, Walter.
Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 4 pm to 
8 pm this Friday and Saturday at the church from 10 am until the hour of service. 
Memorials may be made to Rockwood Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., July 7, 1989 page B7
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(25 Jul 1912/05 Jul 1989/SSDI)


WILHELM SPRINGSTUBE

PIONEER OF CO. DIES AT HOME AT BRANCH. 
William Springtube (sic), aged 76, a pioneer resident of Branch, died at the 
home of his son, Herman, Sunday, after an illness of two weeks from pneumonia. 
Decedent came here 50 years ago and was one of the pioneer farmers of Manitowoc 
county and widely known. His wife died ten years ago and he is survived by two 
sons and two daughters, Herman and August and Mrs. Minnie Kuhlman and Mrs. Anna 
Schramm, all residents of the county. 
The funeral will be held at Branch Wednesday from the home.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, January 10, 1916  P. 8 
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STORY OF FORTUNE TELLER PREYED ON MIND OF BRANCH MAN, 
FATHER'S BODY EXHUMED
Months after Death of Father, Son has Body Exhumed to Recover Collar 
Buttons which Belonged to Him and which he Had Given Undertaker in 
Preparing Body for Burial
A fortune tellers story is said to have preyed upon the mind of Herman 
Springstube, Branch farmer, to so great an extent that four months after 
the burial of his father, the late William Springstube, the son insisted 
upon exhuming the body at the Branch cemetery Sunday to recover two 
collar buttons which he formerly owned and which he had given to the 
undertaker to be used in fastening the shirt worn by the dead man.
The consent of members of the family was secured to the disinterring of 
the body and yesterday Undertaker Joseph Wattawa of the Urbanek & Wattawa 
Co., of the city, directed the work and removed the collar buttons and 
returned them to the son. The members of the family were present at the 
little cemetery at Branch when the body was taken up and new buttons 
placed in the shirt.
Mr. Springstube, Sr., died on Jan. 9, this year, and the funeral was held 
a few days later. In preparing the body the undertaker found that there 
were no collar buttons with the shirt to be place on the corpse and the 
son, Herman volunteered two buttons from his own collection, and these 
were used.
Since the death of his father the son has been in poor health and recently, 
it is said, was told by a friend who professes to be a fortune teller that 
unless he recovered the collar buttons which he had given to his father's 
body, that he might not recover. Ill and suffering under a nervous strain 
the young man was unable to put this prediction from his mind and it preyed 
so heavily upon him that a week ago he asked permission of other members of 
the family to have the body of his father exhumed to recover the collar 
buttons. Following the consent of relatives, Springstube came here and 
arranged to have the body taken up yesterday and Mr. Wattawa visited Branch 
and directed the work.
The grave was opened and the casket raised and opened and Mr. Wattawa, with 
his assistants, removed the collar and buttons, later replacing them with 
others. The body was interred in the same gave. Mr. Wattawa says that the 
body was unchanged for its four months' interment.
Report of the exhuming of the body at Branch was made to probate court where 
the estate of the late Mr. Springstube is in probate. No attempt was made to 
dissuade the son from having the body taken up as it was felt that the 
recovery of the buttons would relieve his mind upon which the fortune 
teller's story had made so great an impression as to affect his health.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, May 8, 1916 P.1
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First publication Jan. 21, 1916.
NOTICE TO PROVE WILL AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS.
State of Wisconsin, County Court, Manitowoc County-In Probate.
In Re Estate of William Springstube, Deceased.
Notice is Hereby Given, That at the special Term of said Court to be held on the 
third Tuesday (being the 15th day) of February, A.D., 1916, at the Court House 
in the city of Manitowoc, County of Manitowoc and State of Wisconsin, there will 
be heard and considered the application of East Wisconsin Trustee Co., to admit 
to probate the last Will and Testament of William Springstube, late of the town 
of Manitowoc Rapids in said County, deceased, and for the appointment of an 
executor.
Notice Is Hereby Further Given, That at the special Term of said court to be held 
at said Court House, on the third Tuesday, (being the 16th day) of May, A.D. 1916, 
there will be heard, considered and adjusted all claims against said William 
Springstube 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 15th day of May, A.D. 1916, 
or be barred.
Dated January 14, 1916.
By the Court.
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Manitowoc Post, Friday, February 11, 1916 P. 8


EMIL STEINER

Emil Steiner, ill for the past four years, died here yesterday afternoon and 
his remains will be taken to the family home at Branch from where burial will 
take place tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock. Deceased was 34 years of age and 
besides his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Steiner at Branch, is survived by four 
brothers and three sisters. They are Joseph, Frank, John and Adolph, Mrs. J.M. 
Sladkey, of this city, Mrs. John Petrie, of Mishicot and Miss Emma at home.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 13, 1920   P. 5
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(age 34/from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)


EMMA STEINER

Miss Emma Steiner, 80, of 507 Huron St., Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon
_________ a long illness.
Funeral services will be at 8;30 a.m. Thursday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
the Rev. D. L. Krembs officiating. Burial will be in the Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Miss Steiner was born Oct. 23, 1876 in the Town of Kossuth and came to 
Manitowoc as a young girl. She lived in Manitowoc all of her life. She was 
the daughter of the late John and Frances Karda Steiner. 
Surviving is a twin sister, Mrs. John Petrie of Rt. 2, Two Rivers and several 
nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 18, 1956   P. 17 


FRANCES STEINER

STEINER, Mrs. Frances—Age 87, Manitowoc Route 5, died Tuesday at home of 
daughter, Mrs. J. M. Sladkey, 606 Chicago street. Born in 1848 in Bohemia, 
came to this country at age of 17. Was married to John Steiner in 1868. 
Survived by three daughters, four sons, 14 grandchildren and eight great 
grandchildren. Funeral Friday 2 p.m. from Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei. 
Burial at Branch.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 8, 1935 P. 15


FRANK J. STEINER

Frank J. Steiner, 74, of route 5, Manitowoc, lifelong resident of the county, 
died this morning at the Holy Family hospital.
He was born in Kossuth in 1874 and engaged in farming. He was active in musical 
circles playing in a number of bands and orchestras in the county. He never 
married. 
Survivors are a brother, Joseph of this city; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Sladky 
and Emma of this city and Mrs. John Petrie of Mishicot.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral 
home with burial in the Branch cemetery.
The body may be viewed after Sunday noon at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 28, 1949  P.1


JOHN STEINER  (d. 1922)

CO. PIONEER IS DEAD AT HOME IN KOSSUTH
John Steiner, pioneer resident of the county, died at his home in the 
Town of Kossuth last night at the age of eighty. The funeral will be 
held Saturday afternoon at Branch, the Rev. F.P. Keicher officiating 
at the service.
John Steiner was born in Bohemia in 1842 and came to this country at 
the age of ten with his parents. The family lived at Milwaukee for two 
years and then came to Manitowoc county, settling first at Kellners-
ville, later moving to a farm near Madison and finally locating in the 
Town of Kossuth where the family has lived for the last forty-five 
years. February 8, 1868 he was married to Frances Karda and four years 
ago the couple celebrated their golden wedding aniversary (sic). 
Besides the widow Mr. Steiner is survived by four sons, John, Joseph, 
Adolph and Frank and three daughters, Mrs. John Petrie, Mrs. J.M. 
Sladky and Miss Emma Steiner. Twelve grandchildren and three great 
grandchildren also survive him.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, June 29, 1922 P.4


JOHN STEINER    (d. 1937)

John Steiner, 67, Kossuth farmer, died Saturday night at the home, Route 6, 
Manitowoc, after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held Wednesday 
at 2 p.m., from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. Burial will be 
in the Branch cemetery.
Mr. Steiner was born in 1870(sic) at Cato and later located at Kellnersville. 
He married Miss Libby Chizek in 1898 and they located on a farm in Kossuth. 
Mr. Steiner, in addition to operating a farm, found time to devote to music. 
He played the violin and in 1935 was the winner of an old-time fiddlers contest 
in this city. This contest, held at the courthouse under sponsorship of the 
Merchants association, attracted county-wide attention. Mr. Steiner was awarded 
top honors from a field of nine contestants.
Survivors are the widow; two daughters, Mrs. Albert Nelson, Sheboygan, Tillie, 
Kossuth; two sons, John, Branch, Ervin, Kossuth; three brothers, Joseph, city, 
Frank, Kossuth; Adolph, Steiners’ Corners; three sisters, Mrs. Mary Sladky and 
Emma, city, Mrs. Joseph Petri, route 2, Two Rivers. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from this evening until the hour of 
the services Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 19, 1937  P. 9 


JOHN C. STEINER    (d. 1984)

John C. Steiner, 75, of 6304 Thunder Road, Whitelaw, died early Saturday morning, 
September 8, at his residence.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and 
Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. William B. Plank will officiate and burial 
will be in Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Steiner was born Jan. 17, 1909, at Manitowoc, son of the late John and Libby 
Chizek Steiner. He grew up in the Town of Kossuth, and was educated at Rockwood 
and Palm Grove Schools before completing Barber School in Milwaukee. Mr. Steiner 
then barbered at Manitowoc and Cato for five years and was then employed at 
Kerscher Sheet Metal. He married Margaret C. Striegel on Oct. 2, 1934, at Menominee, 
Michigan. The couple then moved to the Town of Kossuth, where they farmed until 
their retirement in 1979. Mr. Steiner was an honorary member of the Musicians Local 
195 and for many years was the leader of the "Moonlight Serenaders Orchestra".
Survivors include his wife, Margaret; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert J. and 
Doris J. Steiner of Route 1, Whitelaw; a daughter and son-in-law, Shirley M. and 
Clarence F. Diedrich of Branch, Wis.; a brother, Ervin R. Steiner of Cape Coral, 
Fla.; four grandchildren, David and Stanley Diedrich of Branch, Mrs. Michael (Linda) 
Herzog and Debra A. Kramer of Manitowoc, a niece, two nephews, and cousins. He was 
preceded in death by two sisters and a grandson, Mark Diedrich in 1966.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
4 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Monday afternoon and on Tuesday until the time of 
services.
Herald Times Reporter, September 10, 1984 P. 3
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(17 Jan 1909/Sep 1984/SSDI)


LIBBIE STEINER

Mrs. Libbie Steiner, 60, nee Cizek, Manitowoc, route 6, died early today 
at the Holy Family hospital following a short illness. She had been a 
patient at the hospital since Monday.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. C.H. Phipps officiating. Burial will be 
made in the Branch Evergreen cemetery.
Mrs. Steiner was born January 13, 1877 in the town of Kossuth. She lived 
in this county all her life. Forty years ago she was married to John Steiner, 
who passed away 14 months ago.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Albert Nelson of Sheboygan and Miss 
Tillie at home, two sons, John of Branch and Ervin at home; two sisters, Mrs. 
Rose Cizek of Kossuth and Mrs. Anna Spevacek of Lead, South Dakota; four 
brothers, Joseph of Kossuth, Louis of Kaukauna, Edward of Denmark and Robert 
of Kellnersville; and two grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home from 
this evening until the time of the services Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, September 29, 1938 P. 2


MARGARET C. STEINER

Margaret C. Steiner, age 86, of 3914 Custer St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
Feb. 19, 2000, at River’s Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2000, at the Reinbold 
& Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating will be Rev. Steve Solberg, with 
burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery in Branch.
She was born April 1, 1913, at Marathon County, daughter of the late Joseph and 
Frieda Oertel Striegl. Margaret married John C. Steiner on Oct. 2, 1934, at 
Menominee, Mich. He preceded her in death in 1984. The couple moved to the town 
of Kossuth in 1937 and farmed there until retirement in 1979. She was a member of 
the Homemakers at the Manitowoc Senior Center.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Doris Steiner of Whitelaw, 
one daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and Clarence Diedrich of Branch; three 
grandchildren: David and Sandra Diedrich, Manitowoc; Linda and Robert Beck, Two 
Rivers; and Stan and Tara Diedrich, Brillion; two great-grandchildren, Jennifer 
Hilbelink of Manitowoc and Mackenzie Herzog of Two Rivers; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends also survive.
Besides her parents and husband John, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Mark 
Diedrich in 1966, one brother John Striegl, and two sisters, Sarah Olson and Josephine 
Seibling.
Relative and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
on Tuesday from 5-8 p.m., and on Wednesday at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until the 
time of services at 11 a.m.
Special thanks to Dr. Diaz and the staff at River’s Bend Health and Rehabilitation 
Center who helped make her life comfortable.
Herald Times Reporter, February 21, 2000  P. A2
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(01 Apr 1913/19 Feb 2000/SSDI)


TILLIE STEINER

Miss Tillie Steiner, of route 5, Manitowoc, left this morning for Rochester, 
Minn., where she will be a patient in the Mayo hospital. She was accompanied 
by her brother, Edwin Steiner, and sister, Mrs. Julia Nelson, of Sheboygan.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 9, 1950   P. 2
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Funeral services for Miss Tillie Steiner, 44, of route 5, Manitowoc, who died 
in a hospital at Rochester, Minn., Tuesday, will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday 
at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, and at 9 o’clock at the Sacred Heart 
church. The Rev. L. M. Schorn will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery at Branch.
Friends may call at the funeral home after Friday noon where the rosary will be 
recited at 8 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 9, 1950  P.2
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Miss Tillie Steiner, 44 of route 5, Manitowoc, died this morning at the Worrall 
hospital, Rochester, Minn., following a brief illness.
She was born in 1906, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Steiner. 
Recently she had been employed by the Lakeside Packing company. Survivors are 
two brothers, John and Ervin of route 5, Manitowoc, and a sister, Mrs. Julia 
Nelson of Sheboygan.
Funeral services are incomplete and will be announced Wednesday by the Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 13, 1950  P. 2


FRANK STIEBER

Grief over the death of his wife several months ago, coupled with worry over 
business affairs which he had been unable to handle and which had resulted in 
appointment of a guardian for him, is believed to have prompted Fred Stueber(sic), 
an aged Whitelaw man, to take his own life. Stueber was found dead in his home 
yesterday, a victim of poison, self administered. 
Stueber had mixed a quantity of paris green in an earthen bowl and drank a 
portion of the mixture. The unfortunate man was found seated at the table in 
his home by neighbors who investigated when Stueber failed to visit his usual 
haunts for several days. The man was last seen Friday afternoon and it is 
believed that he had been dead since Friday night or Saturday morning.
No inquest was held. District Attorney Brady and Coroner Falge after investigating 
deciding that there was no need of an inquest, the evidence of suicide being 
complete. Stueber was 65 and had resided at Whitelaw for years, being a mason by 
trade. He was the owner of a small home and an acre of land which he had disposed 
of following the death of his wife, but there was some d___ over the deed and a 
guardian had been named for Stueber and the matter was to have come up at the 
____ of court. It is believed that worry over this coupled with grief over the 
death of his wife prompted the suicide. 
Mr. Stueber is survived by no immediate relatives, though step children of a 
former wife survive him. The burial will be held at Whitelaw.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 29, 1917  P.1
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An Anna Stueber who died in 1917 is buried in the STUEBER family plot in St. 
Michael’s in Whitelaw so that would match the story. Maybe they were buried
in separate cemeteries because St. Michael's is a Catholic cemetery?
(1910 Cato census: Frank Stuever age 57; wife Anna age 63/this is probably
them)


KATIE STOEHR

Death of 31 yr. old Mrs. Katie Stoehr on Sun. morning, 14 Feb., of pneumonia.
She was the daughter of Mr. Geo. Meisnest of Branch. She is survived by 2
children. Burial took place Monday.
Der Nord Westen, 25 Feb. 1892
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MAKE SEARCH FOR MISSING HEIR
Anton Stoehr, If Located, Will Get Small Fortune Left By Mother
A small fortune, the estate left by his mother awaits Anton Stoehr, a Manitowoc 
county man who disappeared fourteen years ago and whose whereabouts offices 
are ___ to learn. Stoehr, who __ fa____ at Cato, left the county after the death 
of his wife in 1889 and has never returned. His two sons made their home with Mrs. 
Stoehr's mother. A year ago Stoehr's mother died, leaving a small estate and 
legacies of $400 to each of her grandchildren. The remainder of the property, 
consisting of $500 in cash and a house at Cato, reverts to her missing son should 
he be located and in event of his non-appearance will go to the two sons. The 
matter came before Probate Court in the petition for administration of the estate 
and an effort will be made to communicate with Stoehr, who is, however, legally 
dead under the Wisconsin status owing to his have (sic) been absent from the state 
seven years. Stoehr was a machinist by trade and was last heard of at La Crosse 
twelve years ago.
Manitowoc Pilot, May 14, 1903
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(Note: The mother of Anton Stoehr is in the Cato cemetery (#1). I put a copy of it
with her entry. Her name was Marie Stoehr.)


BABY STOKES

Stokes
birth: 23 February 1902 Branch
death: 23 February 1902 Branch, Wisconsin
residence: 1902 Branch
father: Stokes
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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(NOTE: Birth day and death year are off)


CAMILLA STOKES

Mrs. Emil Stokes, 75, of Menasha Avenue, Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon at 
St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay, following a short illness.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, the Rev. Gervase Zanotti officiating. Burial will be in Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Camilla Shimek was born July 7, 1888, in the Town of Manitowoc 
Rapids, daughter of the late Louis and Apolina Benishek Shimek. She was a 
graduate of Manitowoc County Normal School and taught six years in Manitowoc 
County schools before her marriage. She was married to Emil Stokes July 14, 
1910, at Manitowoc Rapids. They located on a farm near Branch and 52 years 
ago moved to the present farm on Menasha Avenue. Her husband died in 1959. 
She was a past president of the Wisconsin American Gold Star Mothers Inc, 
having also been first and second vice president prior to being president. 
She was at her death flag-bearer of the state department. In addition, she 
was also president for five years of the local chapter of Gold Star Mothers, 
a chaplain two years and publicity chairman. She was also a volunteer worker 
of the Park Lawn Assn., Manitowoc.
Surviving are a son, Frank Stokes of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Paul Herrman 
of Manitowoc, two brothers, Hugo Shimek of Manitowoc and Leo Shimek of Marinette; 
two sister, Mrs. Charles Kaderabek of Manitowoc Rapids and Mrs. Luella Larson 
of Manitowoc, six grandchildren; and one great grandchild. A son, Otto Stokes, 
was killed in World War II and a brother and grandson also preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Wednesday and until the hour of services 
Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the local chapter 
of the American Cancer Society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 25, 1964 P. 10
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Miss Camille(sic) Shimek and Mr. Emil Stokes, both popular and well known young 
people of Branch were united in marriage at the home of the bride's parents 
Tuesday at 11 am, Justice Falge tying the nuptial knot. The bride was attended by 
the Misses Lydia Beneshek, Elsa Shimek and Tillie Cizek while the Messrs. Hugo 
Shimek, Fred Novak and Wenzel Beneshek acted as groomsmen. In the evening, a 
reception attended by a large number of guests. The young couple will reside one 
half mile north of Branch where the groom has a fine farm. They have the well 
wishes of a large circle of friends.
The Reporter, Tues., June 22, 1910


CATHERINE STOKES

Mrs. Frank C. Stokes, 98, of Menasha Avenue, Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning at 
Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, with burial in Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Catherine Duchac was born July 7, 1865, in the Town of Kossuth, 
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Duchac. In 1883, she was married to Frank C. 
Stokes in the Town of Kossuth. They located on a farm near Kellnersville, later 
operated a store in the village and subsequently farmed at Branch until located 
on their present farm 50 years ago. Mr. Stokes Died in 1950. She had made her 
home with a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Marie Stokes.
She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Ernest W. Dill Sr. of English Lake, four 
grand children, eight great grand children and two great great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday.
Two Rivers Reporter, September 24, 1963 P. M-11
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Funeral services for Mrs. Frank G. Stokes, 98, of Menasha Avenue, Manitowoc, 
who died Tuesday, will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Donald T. Stannard will officiate and burial will 
be in Branch Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday.
Mrs. Stokes had been making her home with a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Emil 
Stokes.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, September 25, 1963  P. 11


EMIL E. STOKES

Emil E. Stokes, 73, of Menasha Ave., Manitowoc, died early Monday morning at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness.
Funeral services at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born Oct. 27, 1885, at Kellnersville, son of the late Frank and Katherine 
Duchac Stokes. He married the former Cammila Shimek at Branch June 14, 1910, and 
the couple farmed in Branch until moving to the present farm on Menasha Avenue. 
He was a member of the Gold Star Fathers.
Surviving are his wife, son, Frank of Manitowoc; daughter, Mrs. Paul Herrman of 
Manitowoc; mother, Mrs. Frank Stokes of Manitowoc; and a sister, Mrs. Anna Dill 
of English Lake; and six grandsons.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday. Memorials may be sent 
to the Cancer Fund or to Manitowoc Memorial Hospital.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 28, 1959  P. 15
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Miss Camille(sic) Shimek and Mr. Emil Stokes, both popular and well known young 
people of Branch were united in marriage at the home of the bride's parents 
Tuesday at 11 am, Justice Falge tying the nuptial knot. The bride was attended by 
the Misses Lydia Beneshek, Elsa Shimek and Tillie Cizek while the Messrs. Hugo 
Shimek, Fred Novak and Wenzel Beneshek acted as groomsmen. In the evening, a 
reception attended by a large number of guests. The young couple will reside one 
half mile north of Branch where the groom has a fine farm. They have the well 
wishes of a large circle of friends.
The Reporter, Tues., June 22, 1910


FRANK C. STOKES    (d. 1950)

FRANK STOKES, FARMER NEAR BRANCH, SERIOUSLY HURT WHEN HAY FORK 
PENETRATES HIS BODY
Fork Penetrates the Wall of Abdomen Inflicting a Painful and 
Dangerous Injury Upon the Man
Frank Stokes, a farmer residing near Branch, was seriously injured yesterday
when a large hayfork which he was operating pierced his body, entering the
abdomen and penetrated deeply. While Stokes injuries are not considered fatal,
the man's condition is serious and he is suffering greatly from the injury.
Stokes was unloading hay, using a large hay fork which was operated by a rope
and pully. In some manner Stokes got under the fork as it descended and the 
sharp knife penetrated through his clothing into the flesh and sunk deeply into
the body.
A physician was summoned from the city and Stokes was cared for at his home,
it being deemed inadvisable to move him at the time. Stokes is married.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, August 6, 1914  p.3
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AMBULANCE CALLS
Fred Larson, first mate on the steamship City of Saginaw, was taken to the 
hospital from the ship this morning. Also taken to the hospital were Frank 
Stokes from Menasha avenue and Mrs. Harold Cadle of A-8-H, Custerdale.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, February 7, 1950 P. 2
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(Haven't been able to find an obituary for Frank Stokes.)


FRANK STOKES    (d. 1993)

Frank Stokes, age 82, of 830 N. 5th St., Manitowoc, died Monday morning, October 25, 
1993, at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 27, 1993, at the Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. Officiating the service will be Deacon William Klein with burial at 
Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born April 15, 1911, at Branch, son of the late Emil and Camilla Shimek Stokes. 
He attended Manitowoc County schools and was a graduate of Lincoln High School, class 
of 1929. He married the former Marie Chapel, January 3, 1942, at Manitowoc. Mr. Stokes 
was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company, for 35 years, retiring May 1, 1976. Mr. 
Stokes enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Survivors include his wife, Marie Stokes, Manitowoc; one sister-in-law, Jeanette Stokes, 
Kewaunee; one brother-in-law, Joseph Chapek, Sturgeon Bay; aunt, Luella Larson, 
Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was also 
preceded in death by a sister, Apoline and a brother, Otto.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 10 a.m. Wednesday morning until the 
time of service. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, October 26, 1993 P. A2
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(15 Apr 1911/25 Oct 1993/SSDI)


MARIE STOKES

Marie Stokes, age 96, formerly of 830 N. Fifth St., Manitowoc, died Thursday 
morning, Aug. 7, 2003, at Harmony West, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2003, at St. Mary 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will 
be the Rev. Tom Wojciechowski O.F.M. with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, 
Branch. 
Marie was born on Jan. 30, 1907, in Algoma, daughter of the late Anthony and 
Dora Strard Chapek. On Jan. 3, 1942, she married Frank Stokes in Manitowoc. 
After their marriage the couple settled in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death 
on Oct. 25, 1993. 
Survivors include a sister-in-law: Jeanette Stokes, Kewaunee; nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by two sisters: 
Anna and Ruth; and one brother: Joseph. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc, 
on Tuesday morning, Aug. 12, 2003 from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, August 2003 
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(30 Jan 1907/07 Aug 2003/SSDI)


KATHERINA STRADAL

Mrs. Peter Stradal, 75, the former Catherine Dufek of Branch, died Saturday 
night at the Holy Family hospital after a lingering illness.
Mrs. Stradal was born in 1870, in the town of Franklin. In 1898 she was married 
to Peter Stradal, and they settled on the farm in Branch, to which they retired 
in 1923.
Surviving are the husband, Peter; a daughter, Mrs. Joseph Lakatos of route 5, 
Manitowoc; two sons, Florian of route 5, Manitowoc, and Louis of this city; and 
three sisters, Mrs. John Bewen of Saulk Rapids, Mrs. Anna Zak of Milwaukee, and 
Mrs. Emil Sleger of Menchalville; and seven grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home, the Rev. A. C. Fisher officiating. Burial will be in the Branch 
cemetery. Friends may view the body at the funeral home until services Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 10, 1946  P. 2


PETER J. STRADAL

Peter Stradal, 80, of route 5, Manitowoc, retired Branch farmer, died last 
evening at the Holy Family hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home. Burial will be in Branch Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Stradal was born in Franklin in 1867 and for a number of years operated 
a saw mill at Reifs Mills. In 1898 he acquired a farm near Branch which he 
operated until retiring in 1923. In 1893 he married Miss Katherine Dufey. 
She died in June, 1946.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Joseph Lakatos, of route 5, Manitowoc; two 
sons, Louis and Florian of this city; brother, Joseph, of this city.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Wednesday noon until the 
hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 22, 1947  P. 2


CALLA SWETLIK

Mrs. Stephen Swetlik, 62, of 1303 S. 16th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday evening 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Roy L. Crain will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
Mrs. Swetlik, nee Calla Olive Brunig, was born Dec. 30, 1914, at Manitowoc 
Rapids, daughter of the late Charles and Sophia Benishek Brunig. She was employed 
at the cafeteria at Manitowoc Engineering Co., Manitowoc and also worked at Shady 
Lane Home, Manitowoc. She was married to Stephen Swetlik April 17, 1934 at St. 
Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville.
Survivors include her husband, Stephen, two sons and daughters-in-law (private), 
and seven grandchildren. A brother, two sisters, and a granddaughter preceded her 
in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 to 9 o’clock this Monday evening 
where a prayer service will be conducted at 7:30.
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, June 13, 1977  P. 22


NED SWETLIK

Ned C. Swetlik, 55, of 2218 Herman Road, Manitowoc, died Sunday evening, 
April 22, 1990, at the Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 25, at the Pfeffer Funeral 
Home and 1:30 p.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Presiding 
the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Leo J. Schmitt with burial to follow 
in the Branch Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
He was born May 21, 1934, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of Stephen 
Swetlik and the late Calla Brunig Swetlik. He married Helen Bernard Fischer 
on October 21, 1963, in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. He was employed as a Model Maker 
with Hamilton Industries of Two Rivers, Wisconsin, for the past 35 years.
Survivors include his wife, Helen Swetlik of Manitowoc; three sons and daughters-
in-law, Dennis and Mary Swetlik of Two Rivers, Randy and Ronnel Swetlik of Two 
Rivers, Brian W. and Sandra Swetlik of Manitowoc; two daughters and a son-in-law, 
Julie and Dave Gresl of Green Bay and Carla Swetlik of Manitowoc; two step sons 
and one step daughter-in-law, Jerrold and Michelle Fischer of Oceanside, California, 
Michael Fischer of Las Vegas, Nevada; one step daughter, Susan Schamburek of Green 
Bay; one brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Carol Swetlik of Manitowoc; his 
step mother, Ann H. Swetlik of Manitowoc; and a future son-in-law, James Baetke; 
six grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home Tuesday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. where a 
prayer service will be at 7:30 p.m. by Deacon Don Gigure.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter
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(21 May 1934/22 Apr 1990/SSDI)


STEPHEN SWETLIK

Stephen Swetlik Jr., age 81, of 1303 S. 16th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
March 16, 1996, at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 23, 1996, at St. 
Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian 
Burial will be Rev. Carl Meulemans with burial to follow at Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery, Branch.
He was born August 24, 1914, in the town of Kossuth, Manitowoc County, son of 
the late Stephen Swetlik Sr. and Katherine Kalcik Swetlik. He grew up on the 
home farm and was educated in the town of Kossuth attending St. Joseph's 
Catholic School, Kellnersville. On April 17, 1934, he married the former Calla 
Brunig at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Kellnersville. She preceded him in death 
June 11, 1977. On November 19, 1979, he married the former Anna H. Kliment 
Staudinger. He farmed in the town of Kossuth for 23 years moving to Manitowoc 
in 1957. Mr. Swetlik was employed as an iron worker at Manitowoc Shipbuilding 
for 31 years working on all 28 submarines, retiring in 1972 due to ill health. 
He was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc Senior Center, and 
a 38 year member of Eagles Aerie #706. He enjoyed working around the house and 
was adept at good home cooking and using the skills and trades of years gone 
by.
Survivors include his wife, Ann, Manitowoc, one son and daughter-in-law, Richard 
(Dick) and Carol Swetlik, Manitowoc; one sister, Olive (Daniel) Krueger, Plymouth; 
grandchildren, Steven Swetlik, Milwaukee, Deana Swetlik, Milwaukee, Andrew Swetlik, 
Manitowoc, Dennis and Mary Swetlik, Two Rivers, Randy and Ronnel Swetlik, Two 
Rivers, Brian and Sandra Swetlik, Maribel, Julie and Dave Gresl, Manitowoc, Carla 
and James Baetke, Manitowoc; two step-sons and step-daughters-in-law, Ronald and 
Nancy Staudinger, Bernard and Connie Staudinger; one step-daughter and step-son-
in-law, Nancy and Rodney Hibbard, all of Manitowoc; 12 great-grandchildren, 
Christine and Kimberly Swetlik, Two Rivers, Arik, Tricia, Keith and Trevor Swetlik, 
Two Rivers, Briana and Lacey Swetlik, Maribel, Danelle and Michael Gresl, Manitowoc, 
Austin and Rachel Baethke, Manitowoc; seven great-step-grandchildren, Brian and 
Lane Staudinger, Nicole and Ryan Staudinger, Jesse, Michelle and Leah Hibbard, all 
of Manitowoc. He is further survived by a sister-in-law, Clara Swetlik, Manitowoc; 
a special couple, Ray and Helen (Swetlik) Kodet, Manitowoc, along with many other 
brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by a son, Ned, a granddaughter, Paula, two brothers, Edward 
and Victor, and a brother-in-law, Daniel Krueger.
Friends may call at St. Boniface Catholic Church from 9 a.m. Saturday until the 
time of service at 11 a.m.
There will be no Friday evening visitation.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 19, 1996 P. A2
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(24 Aug 1913/16 Mar 1996/SSDI)


CHARLES SYDOW    (d. 2013)

Charles Sydow, age 70, a Whitelaw resident, died Tuesday morning, September 3, 
2013 following a courageous six year battle with cancer, at Shady Lane Nursing 
Care Center, Manitowoc, surrounded by his loving family. Charles was born on 
November 10, 1942 in Manitowoc, son of the late Charles L. and Arlene (Herrmann) 
Sydow. He graduated from Mishicot High School, Class of 1960. Charles worked in 
the water conditioning service for 49 years. He was the past owner and operator 
of Charlie’s Diamond Soft Water. He was presently employed with Culligan Water 
Conditioning Service, where he received numerous sales awards. Charles was a 
member of the Manitowoc County Reserve Deputy Sheriff Division for 35 years, 
achieving the rank of sergeant. He was an avid outdoor enthusiast and especially 
loved watching white tail deer that were on his property.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Charles A. and Dawn Sydow, Wasilla, 
AK; two daughters and sons-in-law, Lisa and Tracy Temme, Laurie and Mark Eberhardt, 
all of Manitowoc; nine grandchildren, special friends, Charlotte Baker, Rae Lee and 
Mark Schreiber, Roni and Todd Meuller and Renee Boyd and the mother of his three 
children, Shirley Herrmann. He is further survived by other relatives, many friends 
and his cat, Putter.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 7, 2013 at the All 
Care Center, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Richard 
Klingeisen with burial at Branch Evergreen Cemetery. The family will greet relatives 
and friends at the All Care Center, Manitowoc from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday 
September 6, 2013. Friends may call Saturday morning from 9:00 a.m. 10:45 a.m.
Charles wishes to express his gratitude to Dr. Denham, Dr. Saphner and Dr. Barylak 
for the excellent care and concern they extended to him as well as his family. He 
also wishes to express his heartfelt gratitude towards the staff at the Vince 
Lombardi Cancer Center, Two Rivers, who are truly angels of mercy. A special thank 
you to his caregivers, Carol Shiffer, Cindy Shiffer, Abbey Jones, the VNA Hospice 
Staff and Shady Lane Nursing Care Center Staff for their care of Charles during his 
last days.


CHARLES I. SYDOW    (d. 1984)

Charles I. Sydow, 65, of 7714 Rockwood Road, Whitelaw, Wiconsin, died Monday 
evening, July 9, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
Rev. Bruce Hanstedt will officiate and burial will be in Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery, Branch, Wisconsin.
Mr. Sydow was born April 29, 1919, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Albert 
and Elsie Knuell Sydow. He resided in Manitowoc County all his life. He married 
the former Arlene Herrmann on November 11, 1941, at Francis Creek, Wisconsin. 
Prior to retirement in 1979, Mr. Sydow, owned and operated his own farm and was 
also employed by Schuette Construction Company. He married the former Jeanette 
Zahorik on July 11, 1980, at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife, Jeanette; a son, Charles M. of Manitowoc; three 
grandchildren; four step-sons, four step-daughters, seven step-grandchildren, 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday 
and Thursday morning until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, July 10, 1984 P. 3
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(29 Apr 1919/Jul 1984/SSDI)


JEANETTE E. SYDOW

Jeanette E. Sydow, 55, of 8006 Village Dr., Branch, Wisconsin, died Monday 
evening, December 15, 1986 at her residence. Funeral services will be 10:30 
am Thursday at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce Hanstedt will 
officiate and burial will be in Branch Cemetery.
Mrs. Sydow was born July 24, 1931 at Chicago, Illinois, daughter of Joseph and 
Edna Bailey Ferguson. She was married to Roger Zahorik in Manitowoc. She then 
married Charles Sydow, July 11, 1980 at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. He 
preceded her in death July 9, 1984. Mrs. Sydow was employed at Mirro Company 
for the past 17 years. She was a member of First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Survivors include her parents; four sons, Brad of Mississippi, Michael at home, 
Steven of Florida and Daniel of Two Rivers; four daughters and sons-in-law, 
Sandra of Mississippi, Bonnie and Larry Wilker of Manitowoc, Jenny Sue and Gary 
Bauer of Manitowoc and Patti Jo of Manitowoc; a sister, Joan Ryan of Two Rivers; 
seven grandchildren; also survived by Roger Zahorik and a stepson, Charles M. 
Sydow Jr. of Rockwood, other relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 pm to 8 pm Wednesday and 
Thursday at the church from 9 am until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Dec. 16, 1986 page 18


JOSEPH VALIBILE

Joseph Valibile, 59, former county resident, died Tuesday in Milwaukee 
following a three months illness.
Mr. Valibile was born at Cooperstown in 1884 and in 1905 married Miss 
Alvina Krohn. They located on a farm in Cooperstown. His wife died 28 
years ago. Eight years ago he moved to Milwaukee to reside.
Survivors are two daughters, Esther of this city, Mrs. Rose Hopf of Los 
Angeles; two sons, Edward of this city, Private George Valibile in north 
Africa; two sisters, Mrs. Robert Potts and Mrs. Rose O'Rourke, both of 
Chicago.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 8:30 a.m. from the Wattawa, 
Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and at nine o'clock from the Holy 
Innocents church, the Rev. E.A. Radey officiating. Interment will be in 
the Branch cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Friday noon until the 
hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 8, 1944 P.2


ALLEN R. VANDERLOOP

Allen R. Vanderloop, age 72, of 4515 County Rd. B, Manitowoc, died Saturday 
afternoon, April 5, 2003, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday April 8, 2003, at Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian 
Burial will be the Rev. Gerald Foley. Burial of his cremated remains will 
take place at a later date. 
Allen was born March 5, 1931 in Hollandtown, son of the late Richard and Leona 
Brochtrup Vanderloop. He was a graduate of Kaukauna High School and then served 
in the United States Air Force for four years. On June 13, 1955 he married 
Shirley Schaefer in Kaukauna. Allen worked as an electrician at the Mirro Co. 
and following his retirement started Vanderloop Electric Co. He was very involved 
in the Manitowoc County Habitat for Humanity Program. 
Survivors include his wife, Shirley Vanderloop, Manitowoc; seven children, 
Christine and Bruce Baumann, Milwaukee, Scott Vanderloop, Darboy, Cheryl and 
Tom Gettelman, Deerfield, Vickie and Bill Van Ells, Whitelaw, Lori and Anthony 
Trileigi, Wauwatosa, Loren Vanderloop, Cato and Eric Vanderloop, Appleton; 
five grandchildren, Cole and Jack Gettelman, Olivia and Samantha Van Ells and 
Dominic Trileigi; special pet, Brandy; brothers and sisters, Leon (Pat) Vanderloop, 
Linus (Gloria) Vanderloop, Daniel (Toni) Vanderloop, Carol (John) Van Zeeland, 
Marianne (Cletus) Feldkamp and Paul (Willie) Vanderloop; sisters-in-law and 
brothers-in-law, Beverly (Robert) Hess, Robert (Pat) Schaefer and Debra (Ron) 
Vandenberg. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 
He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Grace Vandeyacht and Lynn Vanderloop; 
father-in-law and mother-in-law, Cletus and Elizabeth Schaefer and a granddaughter, 
Alexis Gettelman. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc, on Tuesday morning from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was 
a jack of all trades, who enjoyed staying active. His kindness will be missed by 
many. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, April 2003


ELEANORE VIRGINIA VETTER

Eleanore Virginia (Carlson) Vetter died March 3, 2003. Born on Dec. 15, 1917 
in Grantsburg, Wis., the ninth of 10 children of the late Clarence Albert and 
Margaret Lydia (Buck) Carlson. She married Milton John Vetter April 21, 1971. 
Eleanor was a beautician for many years. She enjoyed cooking, gardening and 
spending time with her family. 
Survivors include husband: Milton; daughter: Joan (late Ken) Hollnagel; grand-
children: Kim (Mark) Nugent; Jodi (Hanna) Jubran; great-grandchildren: Brook, 
Aren and Casey; stepchildren: Barry (Joan) Vetter; Dennis Vetter; and Kim Vetter; 
stepgrandchildren: Joshua, Kay, Kristin, Jacob and Heather; along with many other 
relatives and friends. 
A graveside ceremony to be held on Saturday, March 8 at 11 a.m. at the Branch 
Cemetery in Manitowoc Rapids. In lieu of flowers, donations to your local food 
pantry would be appreciated. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 2003


MILTON J. VETTER

Milton J. Vetter, age 79, of 1605 Friday St., Manitowoc, died Monday evening, 
March 10, 2003, at North Ridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. 
Graveside services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday, March 14, 2003, at Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery, Branch. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Marcia 
Solberg with graveside military rites accorded by the VFW Otto Oas Post #659. 
He was born Aug. 6, 1923, in Valders, son of the late Walter and Pearl Peterson 
Vetter. Milton was a veteran of World War II serving on the United States Coast 
Guard Cutter Mohawk from 1942 to 1945 on convoy and escort duty in the North 
Atlantic. On April 21, 1971, he married the former Eleanor Carlson in Galena, Ill. 
She preceded him in death March 3, 2003. 
Milton was employed with Grand Trunk Railroad Co. for 20 years, serving on three 
carferries: The Grand Rapids, Grand Trunk and the Madison from Milwaukee to Ludington. 
After his retirement from the railroad at the age of 45, he pursued his musical 
career playing saxophone and clarinet for many of the area polka bands, including 
Romy Gosz, Gene Heier, Joe Karman, Bob Kuether and the Lakeshore Grenaderes. 
Survivors include three sons and a daughter-in-law: Barry and Joanne Vetter, Dennis 
Vetter, Kim Vetter, all of Manitowoc; five grandchildren: Joshua, Kristin, Kay, 
Jacob and Heather; a great-grandchild: Cheyenne; a stepdaughter: Joan Hollnagel, 
Mequon; two stepgrandchildren: Jody Jubran and her husband, Hanna; Kim Nugent and 
her husband, Mark; three stepgreat-grandchildren: Brook, Aren and Casey; a brother: 
Ervin Vetter, Manitowoc; and two sisters and brothers-in-law: Lucille and Orland 
Hall, Betty and Ralph Trefz, all of Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by two brothers: Elton 
and Eugene Vetter; and two sisters and brothers-in-law: Hazel and Clarence Waack 
and Delores (Dolly) and Larry Wojta. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 2003


FRANK WATRUBA

BROODING OVER ILL HEALTH AND DEATH OF HIS MOTHER, BRANCH MAN ENDS HIS LIFE
Brooding over the recent death of his mother and a fear that his 
health had been undermined, Frank Watruba, a well known resident 
of Branch, ended his life last night by firing a bullet into his 
brain, the dead body being found by relatives who heard the shot 
from the yard. Wotruba used a 32 revolver and fired the bullet 
into his left temple. He was dead when found. Wotruba was about 
forty-eight years of age and a bachelor. His mother had died at 
the age of ninety-three recently and since that time Wotruba had 
lived alone. He had been ill for several months but was able to 
be out and about. Last evening a niece who assisted him had been 
at work and was in the yard attending to some (illegible). It is 
not probable that an inquest will be held as the case is 
undoubtedly one of suicide, according to reports of District 
Attorney Brady following an investigation. Wotruba is survived by 
three sisters, Mrs. August Springstube, Mrs. Fred Clemens of this 
county and Mrs. M. Wesley on Tomahawk and one brother Albert 
Wotruba of this county. The funeral arrangements have not been made.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, April 22, 1919 Page 5 
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[cause: suicide/from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)
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Manitowoc - Brooding over the death of his mother and a fear that his health had 
been undermined, Frank Wotruba, a well known resident of Branch, ended his life 
Monday night by firing a bullet into his brain, the death body being found by 
relatives who heard the shot from the yard. Wotruba was about forty-eight years 
of age and a bachelor. 
Tri-County Record, April 24, 1919
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(Per obituary, Monday was April 21, 1919)
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(From 1900 Manitowoc Rapids census:
Frank Watruba age 30 b. Aug. 1870; mother Anna b. May 1829 age 71)
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(From 1910 Manitowoc Rapids census:
Frank Wotruba age 37; mother Annie age 80)


LESTER WEHRWEIN

Lester Wehrwein, age 93, of New Ulm, Minn., formerly of Manitowoc, died on 
Saturday, July 19, 2008, at the Oak Hills Living Center in New Ulm, Minn.
Lester Albert Wehrwein was born on June 17, 1915, to Walter and Elsie (Weyer) 
Wehrwein, in Manitowoc. He grew up in Manitowoc, where he graduated from 
Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, in 1932. On Sept. 9, 1944, he was united in 
marriage to Louise Heydrich in Manitowoc. Lester farmed until 1953, worked 
as a carpenter until 1974, and was then employed at Manitowoc Engineering 
until retirement in 1984. In 1996, he moved to Minnesota to be closer to his 
family. Having been imbued with a deep love of his Savior, Jesus Christ, 
without whom we face only eternal death, by Pastor Edward Kionka, who confirmed 
him in the Lutheran faith, he put his pen into the service of that Savior, 
writing numerous articles for church periodicals and also a religious tract, 
What's It All About? The fellowships of which he was a part were the Wisconsin 
Synod until 1964, the Church of the Lutheran Confession until 1983, the Lutheran 
Conference of Confessional Fellowship until 1998, and the Reformation Lutheran 
Conference, which he helped to found, until he fell asleep peacefully in his 
Savior.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Lester was preceded in death by his wife in 1992; and by his stepsister: Gladys 
Peterson.
Funeral services will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2008, at the 
Schmucker Funeral Service chapel in New Ulm, Minn. Pastor R.E. Wehrwein, of Grace 
Evangelical Lutheran Church will officiate. Burial will take place at the Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery in Branch.
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until the time of service on Thursday at Schmucker 
Funeral Service.
"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No man cometh unto the Father but by Me," 
John 14:6. "Neither is there salvation in any other; for there is none other 
name, under heaven, given among men, whereby we must be saved," Acts 4:12.
Herald Times Reporter, July 23, 2008
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(Lester Albert Wehrwein/June 17, 1915/July 19, 2008/d. Minnesota)


LOUISE WEHRWEIN

Mrs. Lester (Louise) Wehrwein, age 68, of 1930 South Custer St., Manitowoc, 
died Wednesday, November 4, 1992, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, November 7, at the Pfeffer Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc. A son, Rev. Robert Wehrwein will officiate with burial at 
Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born November 10, 1923, town of Newton, Manitowoc County, daughter of 
the late Richard and Caroline Hecker Heydrich. She married Lester Wehrwein on 
September 5, 1944, at Newtonburg, Manitowoc County. After their marriage the 
couple resided in the Town of Newton.
Survivors include her husband Lester, Manitowoc; two sons and one daughter-in-
law, Daniel Wehrwein, Manitowoc, Rev. Robert and Lori Wehrwein, Austin, Minn.; 
two grandsons, Derek and Connor Wehrwein.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral home 4 to 8 p.m. Friday and on Saturday 
prior to the time of the funeral.
Herald Times Reporter, November 5, 1992  P. A2
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(Louise H./10 Nov 1923/04 Nov 1992/SSDI)


HERMINE WENDT

Mrs. Reiny (Hermine) Wendt, 56, of Branch, Wis. died Saturday morning 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Burial will be in Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Wendt was born July 15, 1917, in the town of Newton, daughter of 
the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry (Ida) Rehbein Sachse. She attended area 
schools graduating from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. She was 
employed at Mirro Aluminum Co. until the time of her illness. She was 
married to Reiny G. Wendt Sept. 3, 1938, in Charles City, Iowa, in 
"The Little Brown Church in the Vale."
Mrs. Wendt was a member of the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Immanuel Evangelical Ladies Aid Society, Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, 
Branch Homemakers Club, Manitowoc Lutheran High School Guild and an 
active volunteer of the American Cancer Society.
Survivors include her husband Reiny; two sons; a daughter-in-law; 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.); three brothers, Murray and Fredrick, 
of Manitowoc, and Vincent, of DeForest, Wis.; two sisters, Mrs. Ervin 
(Lucile) Holtz, of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Alice Mrotek, of Manitowoc. A 
brother and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc 
from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday and from 11 a.m. Tuesday until the time of 
service at the church. Memorials may be made to Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran Church School Building Fund, Memorial Hospital or The American 
Cancer Society.
Herald Times Reporter, Saturday, July 13, 1974 P.10
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Marriage Licenses Issued to Couples
NEW HAMPTON-Marriage licenses have been issued to Lous J. Niemeyer, 27, 
and Cornelai Klatt, 29, both of Grand Rapids, Mich.; Rheinholdt Wendt, 
29, Marbel (sic), Wis., and Hermina Sachse, 21, Manitowac (sic), Wis.; 
Mason City Globe Gazette, Monday, September 5, 1938 P. 5
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NOTE: Reiny and Hermine's names are listed in this article with LOTS of 
other couples. But put the headline in:
Weddings Are Held at Marrying Church
NASHUA-Marriages at the Little Brown church performed by the Rev. William 
Kent included those of (list of other names) Hermine Sachse and Rheinhold 
Wendt, Maribel, Wis.;
Mason City Globe Gazette, Wednesday, September 7, 1938 P. 6


REINY G. WENDT

Reiny G. Wendt, age 86, of 1020 Hill St., Watertown, Wis., passed 
away unexpectedly, Thursday evening, November 30, 1995, at Marquardt 
Memorial Manor, Watertown, Wis.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, December 4, 1995, 
at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 9th St. Chapel. Rev. 
Paul Eickmann will officiate with burial to follow at the Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born on May 30, 1909, in the township of Cooperstown, Manitowoc 
County, son of the late Henry and Emma Gruetzmacher Wendt. He attended 
schools in the Maribel area. He married Hermine Sachse, September 3, 
1938, at Charles City, Iowa. She preceded him in death on July 13, 
1974. Reiny farmed in the Maribel area before moving to Branch in 1944. 
He worked at several different occupations along with farming. He drove 
the Meals on Wheels for many years and also trnasported patients to 
hospitals in Green Bay, Madison and Milwaukee for treatments. He played 
Santa Claus for over 50 years for the Farm Bureau and other organizations 
as well as Shopko. He moved to Whitelaw in 1983 and then later moved to 
Watertown to be near his son James.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, James and Mary Wendt, 
Watertown, Wis., Robert and Mrcia Wendt, Brillion; four grandchildren, 
Shane, Chad, Jasen and Nicholas; one sister, Helene, Milwaukee; various 
sisters and brothers-in-law and nieces and nephews. Also surviving is a 
special friend, Evelyn Kiel, Whitelaw. He was preceded in death by his 
wife; his parents; three brothers, Harold, Arthur and Ervin; four sisters, 
Ida, Bertha, Martha and Alma.
Friends and relatives may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral 
Home, 9th St. Chapel, on Monday from 12:00 noon until the time of service 
at 1:30 p.m.
Memorials may be made to the Manitowoc Lutheran High School or Lakeside 
Lutheran High School, Lake Mills, Wis.
Herald Times Reporter, December 3, 1995 P. A2
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Marriage Licenses Issued to Couples
NEW HAMPTON-Marriage licenses have been issued to Lous J. Niemeyer, 27, 
and Cornelai Klatt, 29, both of Grand Rapids, Mich.; Rheinholdt Wendt, 
29, Marbel (sic), Wis., and Hermina Sachse, 21, Manitowac (sic), Wis.; 
Mason City Globe Gazette, Monday, September 5, 1938 P. 5
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NOTE: Reiny and Hermine's names are listed in this article with LOTS of 
other couples. But put the headline in:
Weddings Are Held at Marrying Church
NASHUA-Marriages at the Little Brown church performed by the Rev. William 
Kent included those of (list of other names) Hermine Sachse and Rheinhold 
Wendt, Maribel, Wis.;
Mason City Globe Gazette, Wednesday, September 7, 1938 P. 6


ROBERT FREDERICH WENDT

Robert Frederich Wendt, 78, of Arcadia, Florida, formerly of Brillion, died 
Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017 in Florida. He was born July 28, 1929 to Reiny and 
Hermine (Sachse) Wendt in Manitowoc. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School, 
Manitowoc. He was employed for many years at the Manitowoc County Highway 
Department. He is survived by sons, Shane Wendt of Collins and Chad (Mandy) 
Wendt of Brillion and his granddaughters, Kiana, Ashlyn and Taylor; a brother, 
James (Mary) of Watertown and nephews, Jason and Nicholas of Watertown. 
Arrangements are pending. He will be buried at the Branch Cemetery. Pager-
Kays-Grady Funeral Home of Arcadia, Fla., is assisting with arrangements.
Brillion News, Fri., Nov. 9, 2017


DELORES M. WERNECKE

Delores M. Wernecke, age 76, of 1600 S. 18th S., Manitowoc, entered eternal 
life on Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 1, 2009, at her residence.
Delores was born on Jan. 4, 1933, at Athens, Wisconsin. She was the daughter 
of the late Arthur and Elsie Kattke Lehman. She graduated from Lincoln High 
School with the class of 1950. Delores had been employed as a medical secretary 
at Family Service Associates. On Nov. 19, 1974, she married Lloyd O. Wernecke 
at Wesley United Methodist Church in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on 
Sept. 4, 1990. Delores was a member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church and a former 
member of the Ladies of Immanuel.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
Delores was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: Lloyd on Sept. 4, 
1990; her aunt and uncle who raised her: Florence and Irving Luckow; one brother: 
Eugene Lehman; one cousin; Robert Luckow; two pet dogs: Shadow and Ebony.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 4, 2009, at Immanuel Ev. 
Lutheran Church, 916 Pine St., Manitowoc. Officiating will be the Rev. Paul 
Schossow and the Rev. Nicholas Maglietto with burial to follow at Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery, town of Manitowoc Rapids. Relatives and friends may call 
at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Thursday, from 5 to 8 p.m., and then 
at the church on Friday, from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. 
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial to be directed to Immanuel Ev. 
Lutheran Church or Manitowoc Lutheran High School.
Delores, God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be so He put his arms 
around you and whispered, “Come with Me.”
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair 
streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 3, 2009 


LLOYD O. WERNECKE

Lloyd O. Wernecke, 65, of 12528 Rainbow Court, Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening, 
Sept. 4, 1990, following a courageous battle with cancer at Holy Family Medical 
Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Friday at Wesley United 
Methodist Church, Rev. Phillip Kenas will officiate with burial at Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
He was born June 21, 1925 at Newton, son of the late Erwald and Wanda Meyer 
Wernecke. He attended school at Newtonburg. Mr. Wernecke was employed for the 
Town of Liberty, Town of Newton and Town of Manitowoc Rapids until his retirement 
in 1987. He also owned and operated D & L Trucking and Excavating until his illness 
forced him to retire. He married the former Delores Waack on November 19, 1974 at 
Wesley United Methodist Church, Manitowoc. He was a member of Wesley United 
Methodist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Delores, a son, Randall Wernecke of Newton, a daughter 
and son-in-law, Cheryl and Charles Bauer of Newton; three step daughters and step 
sons-in-law, Kathy and John Hardrath of Newton, Karen and Dennis Wernecke of Newton, 
Karol and John Loberger of Manitowoc; a step son and step daughter-in-law, Leroy 
and Barb Waack, Jr. of Newton; a sister, Eleanor Rauch of Manitowoc; a special 
niece and her husband, Audrey and Marvin Laabs of Manitowoc; five grandchildren, 
eight step grandchildren and other relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 5 pm to 9 pm Thursday and at the 
church on Friday from 9 am until the time of services at 10:30 am. Memorials would be 
appreciated to Wesley United Methodist Church, St. John's Lutheran School in Newtonburg 
or Manitowoc Lutheran High School.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Sept. 5, 1990 page B7
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(21 Jun 1925/04 Sep 1990/SSDI)


CHARLES P. YOHANEK SR.

Charles P. Yohanek, Sr., age 51, of 14713 Taus Rd., Cato, died Sunday morning, 
May 8, 1994, at Bellin Hospital, Green Bay.
Private Family Services will be held Wednesday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville. 
Burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Yohanek was born November 6, 1942, in the town of Franklin, son of Joseph 
Yohanek and the late Iris Brunig Yohanek. He attended Reedsville High School. 
Butch worked for Krummel's Mink Ranch, the town of Franklin, Gabe's Construciton 
Company, Sheboygan, for 10 years. For the past 10 years he worked on the family 
farm.
On August 10, 1974, he was married to Mary Schamburek at St. Augustine Catholic 
Church, Reifs Mills.
Survivors include his wife, Mary, Taus; four children, Tammy and her fiance, 
Chris Lucia, Charlie, Jr., Jennifer and Brett, all at home; his father, Joseph, 
Taus; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Yvonne and Robert Wenzlaff, Taus, 
Sue Daffner, Manitowoc, Linda and Dennis Reindl, Whitelaw; his mother-in-law, 
Marian Schamburek, Whitelaw; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in death by his mother, Iris 
Yohanek, his father-in-law, Robert Schamburek, Sr.
Friends may call at the Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, Tuesday from 6-8 p.m.
Butch enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting.
So Long For Now
No words can express our sorrow today,
The Lord has taken our beloved one away.
For what reason we don't know why,
But try to understand as we cry.
A husband, a father, brother, son and friend, 
with so many good qualities we must commend.
Our emptiness is extremely hard to bare
but with time will mend, with lots of prayer.
Our love for him will never die,
nor our memories as we wonder why?
He's at peace and under God's care,
And someday too, we'll all be there.
We love you Chuck, Dad, Butch
So long for NOW.
Written by Mary
Herald Times Reporter, May 10, 1994 P. A2
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(Charles P Yohanek/06 Nov 1942/08 May 1994/SSDI)


ELTON ZUNKER

Private funeral services for Elton Zunker, 41, who died Sunday afternoon at 
Manitowoc County Hospital, were at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss officiated and burial was in Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery. 
Pallbearers were (names omitted for privacy).
Mr. Zunker was born June 18, 1923, at Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late Julius C. 
and Mayme Sievert Zunker. The life long Manitowoc resident is survived by three 
brothers, Reinhardt of Detroit and Victor and Norman, of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 5, 1964  P. 8 
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JULIUS ZUNKER

Julius C. Zunker, 80, (photo) a resident five years at Shady Lane 
Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday morning at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Reformed 
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore P. Crusius will officiate and 
burial will be in Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Zunker was born June 6, 1880, at Manistee, Mich., son of the 
late Julius and August Neitzel Zunker. He came to Manitowoc County 
with his parents when 12 where Jan. 6, 1909, he married Mayme 
Siebert. She died March 3, 1950. He had been employed until retiring 
15 years ago by Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. He was a member of Boiler 
Makers Union Local 443.
Surviving are four sons, Reinhardt of Detroit and Victor, Norman and 
Elton of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Tuesday until 11 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be moved to 
the church where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 9, 1961 P.11


LEONA ZUNKER

Leona Kasten, age 89, of Harmony Home, 2115 Cappaert Road, Manitowoc, previously 
of Felician Village, Manitowoc, Wis., died Friday, August 14, 1998, at Holy 
Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 17, 1998, at First 
Reformed United Church of Christ. Officiating will be Rev. Robert Meyer and Rev. 
Thomas Woyciechowski, with burial to follow in Branch Evergreen Cemetery, town 
of Manitowoc Rapids. 
Leona was born May 15, 1909, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, Manitowoc County, 
daughter of the late Charles J. and Erma Shimek Kaderabek. On August 24, 1929, 
she married Reinhardt Zunker. Leona lived with Reinhardt in Detroit, Mich., for 
47 years prior to moving to Manitowoc. Reinhardt preceded her in death April 11, 
1975. On October 25, 1978, she married Herbert Kasten. He preceded her in death 
September 30, 1995.
Survivors include three sisters, Apoline Hablewitz, Manitowoc, Ruth Ann (Benno) 
Steuer, Branch, Gene (John) Kane, Manitowoc; two brothers, Otto (Helen) Kaderabek, 
Manitowoc, John C. (Ann) Kaderabek, Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law, Kathleen Ready 
Kaderabek, Maryland, Margaret Zunker, Two Rivers; and a brother-in-law, Norman 
(Christine) Zunker, Manitowoc. Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
also survive.
Leona was preceded in death by her first husband, Reinhardt Zunker; her second 
husband, Herbert Kasten; two sisters, Laura and Ludmilla; and three brothers, 
Charles Jr., Alois, and Eugene Kaderabek.
Friends may call at First Reformed United Church of Christ from 9 a.m Monday 
until the time of services at 10 a.m. A memorial fund is being established in 
her name.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Our family wishes to thank Dr. Edward Barylak and his staff and the staff of Holy 
Family Memorial Medical Center and anyone who in any way helped to make these 
final weeks easier for Leona and our family. Also thanks to the staff of Harmony 
House on Cappaert Road for their care and understanding during her stay there.
Herald Times Reporter, August 16, 1998 P. 2
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(Leona Kasten/15 May 1909/14 Aug 1998/SSDI)
(Leona, wife of Reinhardt. Leona's maiden name was Kaderabek, and she remarried 
after Reinhardt died, to a Kasten.)


MAYME ZUNKER
Mrs. Julius Zunker, 61, of 1213 South 10th street, died today at Holy Family 
hospital following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the First Reformed church, 
the Rev. A.C. Fischer officiating. Burial will be in the Branch cemetery.
Mrs. Zunker, nee Mayme Siebert, was born in the town of Franklin in 1888 on 
the Richard Siebert homestead farm. In 1907 she was married to Julius Zunker 
and they lived on a farm in Manitowoc Rapids. They moved to Manitwooc in 1928 
and to the present address about six years ago.
Survivors are the husband; four sons, Reinhardt of Detroit and Victor, Norman 
and Elton of this city; brother, Richard of Whitelaw; stepbrother, William 
Klemme of Marshfield; sisters, Miss Amanda Siebert of Whitelaw and Mrs. Edward 
(Malinda) Popelars of Milwaukee; and six grandchildren.
She was a member of the Ladies Aid society of the Bethany Reformed church in 
Branch. Friends may call at the Pfeffer funeral home affter 2 p.m. Sunday until 
10 a.m. Monday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in state until 
the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, March 3, 1950 P.2


REINHARDT W. ZUNKER

Reinhardt W. Zunker, 65, of 360 Hubbard Circle, Manitowoc, died late Friday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Alfred Klumb will officiate with burial in Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Zunker was born June 4, 1909, at Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late Julius 
and Mamie Seibert Zunker. He was graduated from Lincoln High School of Manitowoc 
with the Class of 1927 and was a member of the school band. He married Leona 
Kaderabek in August of 1929 at First United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. Mr. 
Zunker was a prominent musician in the Manitowoc music circles in the late 1920s 
and 1930s, being a member of Radio Station O.M.T. Studio Orchestra.
In 1933 he left Manitowoc and went to Detroit and resided there for 40 years, 
playing with theatre, concert and symphony groups, performing under the baton 
of Dr. Leonard B. Smith in the Detroit Concert Band for 17 years. He then 
resigned and accepted a position with the Fisher Theatre Orchestra.
Mr. Zunker also traveled with such musical organizations as Paul Whiteman, Gene 
Beecher, George Olson and Bunny Berrigan. In Detroit he also became associated 
with the Henry E. McCurry Insurance Agency, retiring in 1971. While in Detroit 
he was a long time member of Moslem Temple and its Shrine Band, a member of 
Kilwinning Masonic Lodge No. 297, Scottish Rite Bodies, 32 Degree Mason, Royal 
Order of Jesters, Court N. 28 and an honorary member of Detroit Federatin of 
Musicians Local No. 5 and the Manitowoc Musicians Local No. 195.
While in retirement Mr. Zunke was acive in the Manitowoc marine Band and Civic 
Orchestra and the Ecumenical Brass Group.
Survivors include his wife, Leona, and two brothers, Victor and Norman, of 
Manitowoc. A brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 3 to 9 p.m. 
Sunday until 11 a.m. Monday and at the church from noon until the time of service. 
Memorials may be made to Chicago Shrine, Crippled Children’s Hospital of Manitowoc 
Chapter of Amercan Cancer Sociey.
Masonic memorial services will be at 8 p.m. by the local Manitowoc Masonic Lodge.
Herald Times Reporter, April 12, 1975  P. 3
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(04 Jun 1909/Apr 1975/SSDI)