BRANCH EVERGREEN CEMETERY OBITUARIES

WILHELMY ALBRECHT

AGED RESIDENT OF CITY CALLED TO FINAL REST
Death claimed one of Manitowoc's oldest residents yesterday when Mrs. Wilhelmy 
Albrecht died at her home at 1415 Madison Street. The deceased was born in 
Germany eighty-one years ago and came to this county with her parents settling 
on a farm near Branch. She was married to William Albrecht about fifty-four years 
ago, who has been dead for the past forty years. She is survived by five children, 
three sons Henry, Fred of this city and William of Tomahawk, Mrs. George Brown of 
Milwaukee and Mrs. Henry Jeanette of Tomahawk.
The funeral services will be held tomorrow morning at eight o'clock from the 
Urbanek and Wattawa parlors and the body will then be shipped to Branch for 
burial.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. February 6, 1923 P. 1


WM. ALBRECHT

William Albrecht, a German farmer living near the Branch, died January 26th, 
and was buried at the Branch Tuesday the 30th. The services were performed by 
the German Lutheran Minister from Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, February 6, 1883  P.1
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Any person knowing anything about the military service of William Albrect (sic) 
who was married in the town of Newton, Manitowoc Co. in 1869 and who died at the 
Branch Wis. in 1883, will render a genuine service to his widow and children by 
communicating the same to J.F. Reardon, Adjutant of H.M. Walker Post G.A.R. 
Manitowoc Wisconsin.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, July 17, 1890 P. 3
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Notice to Creditors.
No. 22  (First publication April, 3, 1883.)
IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT.
In the matter of the estate of William Albright, deceased.
TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Letters of adminstration on said estate of 
William Albright, deceased, late of Manitowoc Rapids, having been issued 
to Christian Vogt on the 27th day of March, A.D., 1883, and six months 
from and after said day being allowed and limited for creditors to present 
their claims for examination and allowance, notice is hereby given that 
the undersigned will, on the first Tuesday of May, June and on the 2nd day 
of October, 1883, at the Probate Office in the city of Manitowoc, in said 
county, recieve, examine and adjust all claims, and demands of all persons 
against said deceased.
Dated March 27th, 1883.
R.D. Smart, County Judge.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, April 3, 1883 P. 4


GOTTFRIED ALTERGOTT  (d. 1943)

Gottfried Altergott, 71, Branch farmer, died this morning at the Holy Family 
hospital. He had been ill only a week.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the Leschke funeral home 
and two o'clock from the First German Evangelical Lutheran church, the Rev. L.H. 
Koeninger officiating. Burial will be in the Branch cemetery.
Mr. Altergott was born in Russia in 1872 and in 1899 married Miss Elizabeth Eurich. 
They came to America in 1907 and lived in Wyoming, Chicago and Sheboygan until 1914 
when they came to Manitowoc. In 1933 they moved to a farm near Branch.
Survivors are the widow; two sons, Godfrey, of Branch, Henry of Green Bay; two 
daughters, Mrs. Lawrence Hokenson, of Branch and Mrs. Ottmar Schadewald, of this 
city; four sisters, Mrs. Adam Kaufman, Mrs. Henry Ashenbrenner, Mrs. Casper Seibel, 
of this city; Mrs. Edward Seibel of Newton; two brothers, Alex, of this city, Henry, 
of Chicago; and 12 grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Saturday at 3 p.m. until the hour 
of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 18, 1943 P. 2


GOTTFRIED ALTERGOTT    (d. 1984)

Mr. Gottfried (Godfrey) Altergott, 82, of St. Mary's Home For The Aged, Manitowoc, 
died Wednesday, June 20, at St. Mary's Home.
Funeral services will be 7 p.m. Friday evening at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate with burial at Branch Evergreen Cemetery, 
Town of Branch.
Mr. Altergott was born January 6, 1902, in the country of Russia, son of the late 
Gottfried and Elizabeth Eurich Altergott. Mr. Altergott came to the United States 
in 1907. He attended First German Evangelical Lutheran School. Mr. Altergott farmed 
on the home farm with his parents in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids. Later Mr. 
Altergott was employed with the Aluminum Foundry for 20 years, until poor health 
forced him to retire. Mr. Altergott was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church.
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Frieda Hokenson of Santa Ana, California; nieces, 
nephews and other relatives and friends also survived. He was preceded in death by 
a brother and a sister.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 4 p.m. Friday evening 
until the hour of service. There will be no Thursday evening visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, June 21, 1984 P. 3
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(06 Jan 1902/Jun 1984/SSDI)


MARIE ALTERGOTT

Funeral services for Mrs. Gottfried Altergott, 87, of 910 S. 18th St., Manitowoc, 
who died Saturday, were at 2 p.m. Tuesday at First German Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Manitowoc. Vicor Nathan Engel officiated and burial was in Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Henry Eurich, Goldfev Aschenbrenner, Casper and Herbert Seibel and 
Otto and Charles Altergott.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, August 4, 1964 P. 10


AGNES S. BENISHEK

Agnes S. Benishek, age 81, formerly of Branch, died Sunday, July 12, 2009, 
at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center in Manitowoc.
Agnes was born Oct. 7, 1927, in Tenton, N.J., daughter of the late George 
and Alvhild Hattlebrekke Anderson. She graduated from high school in 1945 
in Drummond, Wis. She received her nurses training at Norweigan American 
Hospital in Chicago and completed her degree in 1948. Agnes married James L. 
Benishek on July 8, 1950, at Gjerpen Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death 
on Oct. 21, 2008. She was employed at Two Rivers Hospital, Holy Family Hospital 
and at Memorial Hospital from 1953 until her retirement in 1989 as a nursing 
supervisor. Agnes was a member of First Lutheran Church and the Viking 
Rosemalers.
Survivors include three daughters and two sons-in-law; one granddaughter; two 
sisters and one brother-in-law; one brother-in-law and one sister-in-law 
(private); nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was 
preceded in death by her parents; husband, James; a son; Jim Benishek in Jan. 
of 2000; a sister: Marge Bebinger; and a brother-in-law: Joseph Majetich.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 18, 2009, at First 
Lutheran Church, 521 N. 8th St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Roald Harswick will 
officiate with burial to take place at Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Relatives and friends may call Friday, July 17,, 2009, from 5 to 7 p.m. at 
the Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 1122 S. 8th St., Manitowoc, and 
again on Saturday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Agnes' name.
The family would like to thank (private) and the staff of Shady Lane Nursing 
Care Center for all the compassionate care shown to Agnes.
Mom was the rock of our family. Through her entire career and in her personal 
life she cared for and nurtured many family and friends who are forever grateful 
for her skill and compassion. She was a great example to us all and along with 
our brother and father, we will always remember her with great love and pride. 
We will miss her terribly.
Rest in peace now Mom, for God has you in his arms.
Herald Times Reporter, July 15, 2009


BARBARA BENISHEK

MRS. BENISHEK DEATH SUNDAY
Widow of Only a Few Weeks Was 81 Years Old ((Photo with obit)
Mrs. Barbara Benishek, 81, widow of the late James Benishek, who died 
August 10, died Sunday at the family homestead near Branch. She had 
been in failing health ever since the passing of Mr. Benishek.
Funeral services for the deceased will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. 
from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, with interment in 
the Branch cemetery.
Born Barbara Halama in Bohemia in 1851, the deceased spent her early 
life there and came to America in 1878, locating at Branch. There she 
was married the next year to James Benishek.  Except for a ten year 
span when they resided in Michigan, Mr. and Mrs. Benishek lived on the 
farm near Branch, retiring a few years ago to make their home in the 
village. On July 6 the couple observed their 54th wedding anniversary.
Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. Joseph Hall, Manitowoc Rapids, Mrs. 
Louis Kukral, Denver, Colo., Mrs. Charles Brunig, Branch, Mrs. Edward 
Hessel, Francis Creek, one son, James Benishek Jr. now residing on the 
homestead where Mrs. Benishek died, two brothers, Wenzel and Frank of 
Chicago, and a sister, Mrs. Joseph Voboril Sr. city. There are also a 
large number of grandchildren.
Remains may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home 
up to the hour of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 5, 1933 P.2


JAMES BENISHEK    (d. 1973)

James T. Benishek, 80, of Branch, died Tuesday evening at Memorial Hospital, 
Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Benishek was born April 15, 1893 at Branch, son of the late Vaclava and 
Barbara Halama Benishek. He attended Branch School and engaged in farming all 
his life. He married Thelma Anderson Nov. 18, 1920 at Manitowoc. the couple 
returned to Branch, farming in the branch area. Mr. Benishek was an avid 
basketball fan and was a well known basketball player in his early days. He 
was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Manitowoc Historical Society and 
Manitowoc County Farm Bureau and a 50 year member of the Odd Fellows Lodge No. 
55.
Survivors include his wife, two sons, James L. and Donald S. of Branch; a sister, 
Mrs. Edward (Agnes) Hessel of Francis Creek; eight grandchildren and nieces and 
nephews. five sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 5 to 9 pm Thursday until 
11 am Friday and from noon at the church until the time of service. Memorials may 
be made to Faith Lutheran Church, Memorial Hospital, Branch Cemetery Assn., 
Cancer Fund or charity of the donor's choice.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., May 16, 1973 page 3
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(15 Apr 1893/May 1973/SSDI)
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Miss Thelma Anderson of Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. N.M. Anderson, 
was united in marriage to James Benishek of Branch last Thursday.
Kiel Tri County Record, Nov. 25, 1920 page 4


JAMES L. BENISHEK    (d. 2008)

James L. Benishek, age 83, formerly of Branch, died on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, 
at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center.
Jim was born on Aug. 7, 1925, in Manitowoc, son of the late James T. and 
Thelma O. (Anderson) Benishek. He graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, 
with the class of 1943. Jim lettered twice as a fullback while attending Lincoln 
High School, Manitowoc, and played for the Galloping Gales after high school. 
He also played in the Manitowoc County Softball League. He served in the U.S. 
Army during World War II. Jim married Agnes S. Anderson on July 8, 1950, at 
Gjerpen Lutheran Church. Jim started working for Manitowoc County in June of 
1952, and retired as chief of county traffic in 1980. He was a past director 
for district three of the Wisconsin County Police Association, past director 
for the Manitowoc County Credit Union, and past president of the Branch Area 
Firefighters and Branch Evergreen Cemetery Association. Jim has been active 
with the Manitowoc County Youth Legue Baseball Program since its inception in 
1961. In 1978, Jim received the Achievement Award for Youth Sports from the 
Lakeshore All Sports Hall of Fame, and in April of 1985, he was inducted into 
the Lakeshore All Sports Hall of Fame.
Survivors include his wife: Agnes Benishek, Manitowoc; three daughters and two 
sons-in-law; one grandaughter; one brother and sister-in-law; and two sisters-
in-law and one brother-in-law (private). Nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends also survive. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; infant sister: 
Muriel; his son: Jim Benishek in January of 2000; and one sister-in-law and one 
brother-in-law: Marge Bebinger and Joseph Majetich.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, at First 
Lutheran Church, 521 N. 8th St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Steven Solberg will 
officiate, with burial to take place at Branch Evergreen Cemetery. Military 
graveside services will be accorded by the Amvets Post 99 of Manitowoc.
Relatives and friends may call on Friday (TONIGHT), Oct. 24, 2008, from 5 until 
7:30 p.m. at the Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 1122 S. 8th St., 
Manitowoc and again on Saturday at church from 10 until 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Jim's name.
The family would like to thank the staff of Shady Lane Nursing Center for all 
the compassionate care shown to Jim.
Dad, every minute of every hour of every day, we will miss you.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 24, 2008
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(married July 8, 1950)


THELMA BENISHEK

Mrs. Thelma Benishek, 88, of 7901 N. Union Road, Branch, Wisconsin, died Monday, 
June 22, 1987 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am 
Thursday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Carl W. peters will officiate 
with burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Benishek was born March 18, 1899 in the Town of Cato, daughter of the late 
Nels and Augusta Mathisen Anderson. Mrs. Benishek attended rural schools and 
later graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1917. Mrs. Benishek 
taught in rural schools.She married James Benishek on November 18, 1920 at 
Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1973. Mrs. Benishek was a member of Faith 
Lutheran Church, Valders, Branch Homemakers, Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and the 
Manitowoc Historical Society. Mrs. Benishek had a life time interest in poetry and 
history. She was instrumental in writing a book about the history of the Branch 
area and she donated the proceeds to the Manitowoc Historical Society.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, James L. and Agnes Benishek of 
Branch and Donald S. and Theresa Benishek of Branch; a sister, Mabel Gustaveson of 
Manitowoc; eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren also survive. She was 
preceded in death by a daughter, two brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc,from 6 pm to 9 pm Wednesday and 
Thursday from 10 am until the hour of service at the church. Memorials may be made 
to Memorial Hospital or Manitowoc Historical Society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., June 23, 1987 page 22
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(18 Mar 1899/Jun 1987/SSDI)
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Miss Thelma Anderson of Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. N.M. Anderson, 
was united in marriage to James Benishek of Branch last Thursday.
Kiel Tri County Record, Nov. 25, 1920 page 4


VACLAV BENISHEK

JAS. BENISHEK OF BRANCH IS DEAD, 81 YEARS
Funeral Services For Veteran of County Will Be Held On Saturday
James Benishek Sr., prominent Branch farmer, who in spite of his 81 years 
was active up until a brief illness a short time ago, died Wednesday at 
the home.
Mr. Benishek, widely known because of his large apiary where he worked daily 
with his many hives of bees, was born in 1852 in Tabor, Bohemia. He came to 
Manitowoc county in 1871 at the age of 19 and had lived since 1920 at Branch.
He is survived by Mrs. Benishek. The couple celebrated their 54th wedding 
anniversay July 6. Mrs. Benishek was Barbara Halama before her marriage.
Mr. Benishek, who will probably be given Odd Fellow services at the time of 
his funeral, was a member of Chickerming lodge here for almost 50 years.
He is survived by seven children and 30 grandchildren. The children are Mrs. 
Joe Hall, Rte. 2, Manitowoc; Mrs. Louis Kukral, Denver, Colo.; Mrs. Charles 
Brunig, Branch, Mrs. August Mueller and Mrs. Charles Bolle, Rte. 5, Manitowoc; 
Mrs. Edward Hessel, Francis Creek; and James Benishek Jr., Branch.
A brother Frank lives at Manitowoc Rapids and there are three sisters, Mrs. 
Frank ?????chek, Manistee, Mich.; Mrs. Louis Shimek, Rte. 5, Manitowoc; and 
Mrs. Joe Simandl, Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Frazier mortuary 
in Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. August 10, 1933 P. 2


KENDALL J. BERGE

Kendall J. Berge, 83, of 8906 Hershau Road, Cato, died Friday morning, 
February 6, 1987 at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services for the 
family will be held at 2 pm Sunday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville. 
Rev. Carl Peters of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders will officiate with 
burial at Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Berge was born September 21, 1903 at Valders, son of the late John and 
Lena Evenson Berge. He married the former Margaret Meyer on November 12, 1987. 
The couple farmed in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids where they resided at the 
present time.
Survivors include his wife,Margaret; a son and a daughter-in-law, Ralph and 
Nancy Berge of route 1, Reedsville; two daughters and sons-in-law, Arlene 
and Arnold Nemechek of Kiel and Sandy and Allan Pierce of Appleton; a sister 
and a brother-in-law, Ingrid and Robert Albertson of Milwaukee; 10 grandchildren 
and a great grandchild also survive.
Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home from 11 am to 2 pm Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Feb. 6, 1987 page 14
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(21 Sep 1903/Feb 1987/SSDI)


MARGARET M. BERGE

Mrs. Margaret M. Berge, 76, 8906 Hershau Road, Cato, died Sunday, January 14, 
1990. The former Margaret Meyer was born June 20, 1913 at Whitelaw, daughter 
of the late Wolfgang and Clara Grall Meyer. She married Kendall J. Berge on 
November 12, 1937 in Denmark. He preceded her in death on Feb. 6, 1987.
Survivors included two daughters and sons-in-law, Sandy and Allan Pierce, 
Appleton and Arlene and Arnie Nemecek, Kiel; a son and daughter-in-law, Ralph 
and Nancy Berge, Reedsville; 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; a 
sister, Elsie Basel, Manitowoc; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Hart 
and Lucille Meyer, Manitowoc, Roman and Nicky Meyer, Manitowoc, Anton Meyer, 
Whitelaw and a brother-in-law, William Koerner, Whitelaw.
She was preceded in death by her husband, a great grandchild, two brothers and 
two sisters. Funeral services were Wednesday, Jan. 17 at Saur Funeral Home, 
Kellnersville with the Rev. William Eberhardy officiating. Burial was in Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Denmark Press, Thursday Jan. 18, 1990
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(20 Jun 1913/Jan 1990/SSDI)


DOLORES M. BIRRINGER

Dolores Martina (Soukup) Birringer, age 84, of Cato, Wis., entered into Eternal 
life on Saturday, July 3, 2010.
Dolores was born on Nov. 11, 1925, daughter of the late Stephen and Anna Soukup. 
Dolores graduated from Lincoln High School and earned a Bachelor's Degree from 
Silver Lake College. She was a teacher at various schools in Manitowoc County, 
along with working at Branch River Country Club and Sears, Roebuck & Company. 
Dolores was a member of the Pallatier's Club, as well as a square dancer, polka 
dancer and artist.
Dolores was the devoted and beloved wife of Paul. Loving mother (sons) and special 
friends (private); and great-grandmother; two sisters-in-laws; a brother-in-law 
(private). Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends also survive. 
Fond sister of the late Ralph (Mabel) Soukup, Gladys (Fred) Hartel and Helen (Joseph) 
Maresh.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 6, 2010, at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Alan Boeldt, 
with burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Tuesday, July 6, 2010, from 9 a.m. 
until 10:45 a.m. at the Pfeffer Funeral Home in Manitowoc.
Doey's special loves were first and foremost her family, gardening, nature, dice 
and card playing and she will be fondly remembered for her entertaining. "Mom" 
showered us with love, tenderness, understanding and she will be forever in our 
hearts.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times, Reporter, July 4, 2010


PAUL J. BIRRINGER

Paul J. Birringer, age 89, a resident of Cato, died Monday morning, February 6, 
2012, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
He was born on July 10, 1922, in Manitowoc, but had fond memories of Rockwood 
where he met the love of his life Dolores. Son of the late Edward and Linda 
(Eller) Birringer. Paul graduated from Hilbert High School with the class of 
1939. He was employed with Voight Lumber in Collins. Paul married the former 
Dolores Soukup on November 28, 1946, and together with the building craftsmanship 
of his father Edward Birringer, they built their home in Cato. She preceded him 
in death on July 3, 2010. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving in 
World War II in Guadalcanal, receiving the Asiatic Pacific Theater Service Medal 
and five overseas Services Bars. Paul was owner operator of a milk hauling company 
where he drove for Verifine Dairy. He was also employed with Harvey Broderick 
Cement Company for many years until his retirement. Paul was a member of the VFW 
Otto Oas Post No. 659.
Loving father of James (Kay) Birringer, Robert Birringer and special friend Donna, 
Diane (John) Chianelli; caring grandfather of Brian, Jason, Katelyn, Kari and 
Joshua; dear great-grandfather of Zachary and Jaiden Birringer; fond brother of 
Lorraine (the late Gregory) Schuh, Marian (the late Anton Satori and the late 
Richard Ploeckelman) and Raymond Birringer. He is further survived by several 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by 
Ralph (Mabel) Soukup, Gladys (Fred) Hartel and Helen (Joseph) Maresh.
The Family will greet relatives and friends from 9:30 until 10:30 a.m., on Friday, 
February 10, 2012, at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday February 10, 2012 at The 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Alan 
Boeldt. Military Rites will be accorded by VFW Otto Oas Post No. 659 immediately 
following the services at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
Paul's special loves were first and foremost his beloved wife, Dolores. He will be 
fondly remembered for his passion for cars, trucks, trains, square dancing, fixing 
anything, RV'ing, polka dancing and his incredible work ethic. "Dad" will be forever 
in our hearts.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Wednesday, February 8, 2012  pg. A3


CHARLOTTE BRAUN

Death Mon. of 72 yr. old Mrs. Frank Braun, a resident of Town Kossuth. The
deceased left 6 grown children and was buried yesterday in the Town Kossuth
Cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 22 Aug. 1889
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Charlotte Braun
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name Charlotte Braun  
Event Type Death  
Event Date 1889  
Event Place Kossuth, Manitowoc, Wisconsin  
Gender Female  
Age 63  
Marital Status Married  
Race W  
Occupation Housewife  
Birth Date 1826  
Birth Year (Estimated) 1826  
Birthplace Germany  
Burial Place Branch  
Spouse's Name Frank Braun


HEINRICH W. BREYER

From Der Nord Westen, 15 Nov. 1900:
Death Sun. at his residence near Branch, of Henry Breyer at 
age 84 of old age debility. His funeral was conducted yesterday.
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Henry Breyer
birth: 26 April 1816 Germany
death: 11 November 1900 Rapids, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1900 Rapids
father: Breyer
spouse: Sophia
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


SOPHIA BREYER

Name: Brier, Sophia
D.: 5/11/1877   B.:
Reg. D.: 12/27/1877       sex: f/w
Age at death: 63 yrs. 3 mo. 9 da.
B.P.: Germany
D.P.:
Cem:
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. F.A.O. Pieper Mtwc.
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Add Info.:
Pg.# 239


AUGUST BRUNIG

Death on Wed. of last week in Branch of August Brunig as a result of cancer 
in the head. Sometime ago Mr. Brunig was lightly wounded by a piece of wood 
in the face. A few days later he was working on his threshing machine and, 
best as one can tell, poisonous spores got into the wound. The resulting 
infection was operated on twice, but the patient was finally struck down. 
The 50 yr. old man was buried Fri.
Der Nord Westen, 05 Dec. 1889
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August Brunig of Manitowoc Rapids died on Wednesday of last week. 
Some years ago he received a slight injury in one eye which developed 
into a cancer. The eye was removed but the cancer continued until it 
finally terminated in his death.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, December 5, 1889 P. 3
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CARD OF THANKS.
We the undersigned, hereby extend our heartfelt thanks to the members 
of A.O.U.W. Lodge and the many friends who so kindly rendered assistance 
at the funeral of our dear husband and father.
Mrs. August Brunig & Family.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, December 5, 1889 P. 3

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(First publication Jan. 30, 1890.) No. 7
IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT.
In the matter of the estate of August Brunig, deceased.
To all whom it may concern: Letters Testamentary on said estate of August Brunig, late of Manitowoc county, Wisconsin, deceased having been issued to J.D. Nate on the 29th day of January, A.D., 1890, and six months from and after said day being allowed and limited for creditors to present their claims for examination and allowance; notice is hereby given that the undersigned will, at a special term of said court on the third Tuesdays of March, May, and June A.D., 1890, and also on the last day of the six months so limited, at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, in said county receive, examine, and adjust all claims, and demands of all persons against said deceased.
Dated January 29, 1890.
Emil Baensch, County Judge.
Nash & Nash, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 20, 1890 P. 3

CHARLES BRUNIG

Charles Brunig, 63, of Branch, a town and school district officer in Manitowoc 
Rapids for many years, died Sunday night at his home.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
funeral home. Burial will be in Branch Evergreen cemetery.
He was born on a farm near Branch in 1882 and in 1906 married Miss Sophia 
Benishek. He operated a farm since that time.
Mr. Brunig served 24 years on the Branch school board and was a town treasurer 
and supervisor of Manitowoc Rapids for several terms.
Survivors are his wife; son, Donald on the home farm; three daughters, Mrs. 
Roman Grall of Whitelaw, Mrs. Stephen Swetlik of route 1, Whitelaw, Mrs. Joseph 
Yohanek of route 2, Cato; brother, William of Mishicot; sister, Mrs. Louis Reus 
of Chicago; and eight grandchildren.
The body may be viewed aftr 7 p.m. tonight until the hour of the services 
Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Janury 21, 1946 P. 2


MARY BRUNIG

WELL KNOWN BRANCH WOMAN SUCCUMBS TO INFIRMITIES OF AGE
Mrs. Mary Bruenig, widow of the late August Bruenig(sic), and a pioneer resident 
the county, died at her home one mile west of Branch Saturday night at the 
advanced age of 75 years. Mr. Bruenig died fifteen years ago and Mrs. Bruenig 
is survived by five daughters and two sons.
The funeral was held today at 1:30 from the late home.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, April 27, 1915  P.2
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Notes from Branch:
Mrs. Mary Brunig, a pioneer resident of Branch, passed away at the home of her 
son, Charles, a week ago Saturday. Mrs. Brunig was born in Jefferson City, New 
York, in 1840 and came here ten years ago. She was married to Mr. Aug. Brunig 
May 1, 1861 who preceded her in death 25 years ago. She is survived by 9 
children, all of whom were present at the funeral: Mrs. Nick Bruder of Sheboygan, 
Mrs. J. P. Kellner, Mrs. G. Kellner, Mrs. G. Grobe of Milwaukee, Mrs. L. Rens of 
Chicago, Wm of Mishicot, Mrs. John Meisnest, Matt and Charles of Branch. The 
burial was at Branch Evergreen Cemetery, the Rev. Grether performing the last 
rites. Those from outside attending the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Julius Kellner 
of Milwaukee and Mrs. C. Kauer of Sheboygan.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 6, 1915


SOPHIA BRUNIG

Funeral services were at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, 
for Mrs. Sophia Brunig, 83, of Branch, who died Saturday at Memorial Hospital, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Donald T. Stannard officiated and burial was in Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Brunig, the former Sophia Benishek, was born Oct. 16, 1884, at Fayette, 
Mich., daughter of the late Wencil and Barbara Benishek, and was married 
Oct. 16, 1906, to Charles Brunig. The couple farmed on the homestead, and he 
died Jan. 20, 1946. She was a charter member of the Branch Homemakers Club and 
belonged to the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.
Survivors are a son, Donald, of Branch; a daughter, Mrs. Stephen (Calla) Swetlik 
of Manitowoc; a brother, James Sr., of Branch; a sister, Mrs. Edward Hessel, of 
Francis Creek; 10 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Two daughters and 
four sisters preceded her in death.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 3, 1968  P. 5
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(16 Oct. 1884/Aug. 1968/SSDI)


ANNA CARBON

Mrs. Joseph Carbon, 82, nee Anna Peroutka, died Monday afternoon 
at the home near Branch, following a short illness.
She was born in Bohemia in 1863 and when a child accompanied her 
parents to this county. In 1883 she was married to Joseph Carbon 
in this city, where the couple resided for six years and then 
moved to Branch where Mr. Carbon operated a blacksmith shop until 
his death 11 years ago.
Survivors are six sons, Joseph, Jr., William and John of Branch, 
Edward and Clarence of this city, George of West Bend; six 
daughters, Elizabeth of Branch, Mrs. Thomas Kodelka of Cato, Mrs. 
Mary Tventen, Mrs. Charles Cizek, Mrs. Ray Napieczinski of this 
city, Mrs. Edward Schroeder of Appleton; brother, Joseph of this 
city; 34 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Wattawa, 
Urbanek and Schlei funeral home with interment in the Branch 
Evergreen cemetery.
The body may be viewed after Wednesday noon at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herlad Times, Tuesday, July 31, 1945 P.2


BLANCHE CARBON

Mrs. Joseph (Blanche) M. Carbon 87, of 1433 N. Sixth St., Manitowoc, died Friday 
evening, Aug. 21, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Arthur H. Wille will officiate and burial will be 
in Branch Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
Mrs. Carbon was born May 28, 1894, in the Township of Kossuth, Manitowoc County, 
daughter of the late Wenzel and Elizabeth Dworak Titera. She grew up and was 
educated in the Town of Kossuth moving to Branch in 1920 and then moving to 
Manitowoc in 1979. She was married to Joseph Carbon, Aug. 31, 1920, at Waukegan, 
Ill. Mrs. Carbon was a member of First Reformed United Church of Christ, charter 
member of the Branch Homemakers Club and women's Auxiliary of the VFW Otto Oas 
Post No. 650.
Survivors include her husband, Joseph; two daughters and sons-in-law, Grace and 
Russell Rank of Kewaunee and Dorothy and Donald Krejacarek of Virginia Beach, Va.; 
a sister-in-law, Mrs. L.V. Titera of Manitowoc; two grandsons, Captain Donald 
Krejcarek of Lawton, Okla. and David Krejcarek of Virginia Beach, Va.; four great 
grandchildren, Michelle, Amy, Laura and Michael Krejcarek, nieces, nephews and 
cousins. She was preceded in death by a son, Joseph in 1953, three brothers and 
a sister.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Monday and at the funeral home Tuesday until 11 a.m. and then at the church from 
noon till the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, August 23, 1981 P. 3
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(28 May 1894/Aug. 1981/SSDI)
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Notes from Branch
Joseph Carbon, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Carbon Sr., and Miss 
Blanche Titera, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Titera of Francis Creek, 
surprised their friends by slipping away quietly and getting married 
at Waukegan, Ill. They are now on a honeymoon trip. Upon their return 
they will reside at Branch where Mr. Carbon conducts a blacksmith shop.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 2, 1920


ELIZABETH K. CARBON

Miss Elizabeth K. Carbon, 90, of Branch, died Sunday evening at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dale Tutje will officiate with burial 
in Branch Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
Miss Carbon was born Dec. 3, 1885, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late 
Joseph and Anna Peroutka Carbon. She was reared and attended schools 
at Branch and was a Branch resident most of her life.
Survivors include two brothers, Joseph and John, of Branch; four sisters, 
Mrs. Mary Tveten, Mrs Julia Cizek and Mrs. Blanche Nelson, of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Leonore Schroder (sic), of Appleton and nieces and nephews. 
Four brothers and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 4 to 9 o'clock 
this Tuesday evening and Wednesday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Tuesday, November 30, 1976 P.3


JOHN CARBON    (d. 1988)

John R. Carbon, 85, of 7815 Village Drive, Branch, Wisconsin, died peacefully 
in his sleep on Friday evening, February 19, 1988 at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be 10:30 am Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Carbon was born July 18, 1902 at Branch, Wisconsin, son of the late Joseph 
and Anna Peroutka Carbon. He married the former Lucille Hassemer on January 15, 
1930 at St. Anne's Catholic church, Francis Creek. She preceded him in death on 
April 17, 1974. He was employed as an inspector at Manitowoc Equipment Works 
until retiring.
Survivors include five sons and daughters-in-law, Roger and Rosemary Carbon of 
Manitowoc, Frederick and Joyce of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Jack and Doreen of 
Manitowoc, Raymond and Judy of Green Bay and Richard and Janice of Manitowoc; 
five daughters and sons-in-law, Rose Marie and Ray Cisler of Manitowoc, June 
and Ted Meyer of Dixon, Illinois, Mary Carol and Richard Haupt of Manitowoc, 
Caroline and Louis Trujillo of Twoele, Utah and Marjorie and Elmer Brandl of 
Manitowoc; 40 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by five brothers and four 
sisters.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral home, 4 pm to 9 pm Monday where a prayer 
service will be at 7:30 pm by Deacon William Klein. Memorials may be made to 
the American Cancer Society.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sun. Feb. 21, 1988 page 17
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(b. 18 Jul 1902/d. 19 Feb 1988/SSDI)


JOSEPH CARBON  (d. 1934)

OLDEST ACTIVE BLACKSMITH IN AREA IS DEAD
Joseph Carbon, 72, of Branch Dies At His Home Today; Burial On Friday
Joseph Carbon, 72, the oldest active blacksmith in the county, died 
suddenly at his home in Branch at 6 o'clock this morning following 
a heart attack. The deceased had operated a blacksmith shop in Branch 
for the last 46 years and had been actively engaged in the blacksmith 
business for the past 58 years.
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the 
Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. Menke officiating. 
Burial will be made in the Branch cemetery. The body will lie at the 
funeral home from Thursday at 1 p.m. to the time of the funeral.
The deceased was born October 25, 1861 in Bohemia. At the age of 4 
years he came to America with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Carbon, 
and settled with them on a farm in the Town of Kossuth. At the age of 
15 he entered the employe of Bernard Kitzerow and spent three years 
as an apprentice blacksmith with him in his shop on Washington street. 
The next nine years he worked with Alex Rank in a Manitowoc shop. 
Following that, 46 years ago, he opened a shop in Branch and has 
operated it ever since. On January 28, 1883 he was married to Anna 
Peroutka, who survives him. The couple celebrated their golden wedding 
anniversary last year.
Besides his widow the deceased is survived by six sons, Joseph at home, 
George of West Bend, Wis., William and John of Branch, and Clarence and 
Edward of Manitowoc; six daughters, Elizabeth at home, Mrs. E. Schroder 
of Appleton, Mrs. Thomas Koudetka, of Reedsville, and Mrs. Morton Tveten, 
Mrs. Charles Cizek, and Mrs. Ray Napiezinski of Manitowoc; a brother, 
Peter of Kossuth; two sisters, Mrs. Anna Vrany of Branch and Mrs. George 
Sperl of Manitowoc; 25 grandchildren, and one great grandchild.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 21, 1934 P.2


JOSEPH CARBON    (d. 1982)

Joseph Carbon, 97, a resident of family Heritage Nursing Home, formerly of 
Branch, died Monday evening, April 12, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Arthur H. Wille will officiate and burial will be 
in Branch Evergreen Cemetery, Branch, Wis.
Mr. Carbon was born June 22, 1884, at Manitowoc, son of the late Joseph and 
Anna Peroutka Carbon Sr. As a child he moved to Branch with his family. He 
attended local schools. Mr. Carbon operated a Blacksmith Shop at Branch all 
his life. He married Blanche M. Titera, Aug. 31, 1920, at Waukegan, Ill. She 
preceded him in death Aug. 21, 1981. Mr. Carbon was a member of First Reformed 
United Church of Christ, charter member of Branch volunteer fire department, 
Manitowoc county Historical Society, former Branch school board member, former 
member and officer in Blackith (sic) and Welder Association.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Grace and Russell Rank of 
Kewaunee and Dorothy and Donald Krejcarek of Virginia Beach, Va.; a brother, 
John Carbon of Branch; three sisters, Mrs. Julia Cizek of Manitowoc, Mrs. Blnche 
Nelson of Manitowoc and Mrs. Lenora Schroder of Appleton; two grandsons, Captain 
Donald Krejcarek of Lawton, Okla. and David Krejcarek of Virginia Beach, Va.; 
four great grandchildren, Michelle, Amy, Laura and Michael Krejcarek; nieces, 
nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by four brothers and three sisters.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Thursday and Friday until 11 a.m. and then at the church from noon until the time 
of services.
Herald Times Reporter, April 14, 1982 P. 3
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(22 Jun 1883/Apr 1982/SSDI)
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Notes from Branch
Joseph Carbon, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Carbon Sr., and Miss 
Blanche Titera, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Titera of Francis Creek, 
surprised their friends by slipping away quietly and getting married 
at Waukegan, Ill. They are now on a honeymoon trip. Upon their return 
they will reside at Branch where Mr. Carbon conducts a blacksmith shop.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 2, 1920


JOSEPH CARBON, JR.  (d. 1953)

Inquest Ordered in Highway Death of Driver From Branch
Joseph Carbon Jr., 29, Dies Following Crash
MANITOWOC-An inquest was ordered Monday into a Highway 141 traffic 
accident Saturday night which took the life of Joseph Carbon Jr., 
29, (photo) of Branch.
Carbon died of a compound skull fracture at 5:20 a.m. Sunday in the 
Holy Family Hospital. It was the 14th traffic death in Manitowoc 
County this year.
He was fatally injured at 9:50 p.m. Saturday when his care sideswiped 
with a truck driven by (private), 25, of 1534 S. 37th St., Manitowoc.
Also injured in the cars was Carbon's passenger, Mrs. (private), 28, 
of 2204 S. 10th St. She was treated at the Holy Family Hospital for 
minor facial cuts and brusies and released.
Inquest Date Not Set
Dr. Theodore Teitgen, Manitowoc County coroner, said Monday he would 
hold an inquest into the fatal accident, but had not yet set a date.
According to county traffic police, Carbon and Mrs. Skarvan were going 
to Newton for a visit. They were driving south during a heavy rain 
when Carbon's car collided with the north-bound truck about a half-mile 
south of the Y.
Conflicting stories of the accident were given to police, who said 
Steinberg claimed Carbon's auto was in the wrong lane, but that Mrs. 
Skarvan said the truck driver was at fault.
Steinberg, who police said had been drinking, was held in the county 
jail Saturday night and released Sunday morning on orders of Asst. 
Dist. Atty. Richard Garrow, according to Sheriff Lester Nichols.
Funeral Services Wednesday will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the 
First Reformed Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. A.C. Fischer will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
He was born in Branch in 1924, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Carbon Jr. 
He attended Branch schools, and was graduated from Lincoln High School, 
Manitowoc, in 1941. He assisted his father in the latter's blacksmith 
shop at Branch and enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1943, serving until 
1946. He was wounded in action aboard a cruiser at Iwo Jima, in the 
south Pacific and received the Purple Heart and a special citation 
from the Navy. He attained the rank of seaman first class.
Was Union Secretary
Recently Carbon was employed as a fabricator at the Manitowoc Equipment 
Works and was secretary of the AFL union at the plant.
Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Carbon of Branch; two 
sisters, (private). He was also a member of the Oas Post, Veterans of 
Foreign Wars, whose members will accord him military rites at the 
graveside Wednesday.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
after Tuesday noon. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. 
Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 7, 1953 P.1


LUCILLE CARBON

Mrs. John Carbon, 64, of Branch, died Wednesday at Holy Family
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home
and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The
Rev. John Haen will officiate and burial will be in Branch Evergreen
Cemetery.
Mrs. Carbon, nee Lucille Hassemer, was born June 5, 1908, in the Town
of Carlton, Kewaunee County, daughter of the late George and Emma
Koriznek Hassemer. She was married to John Carbon Jan. 15, 1930, at
St. Anne Catholic Church and has resided in Manitowoc County since
that time.
Survivors include her husband; five sons, (private); five daughters, 
(private), four brothers, George, of Two Rivers, Louis, of Wayside and 
Harvey and William, of Francis Creek; three sisters, Mrs. Jack Armbruster, 
of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, Mrs. Alfred Lemberger, of Port Washington, and Mrs. 
Donald Rieck, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc; 38 grandchildren and two great grand-
children.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 p.m.
Friday, where a memorial service will be held at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter  Thursday, April 18, 1974  pg. 3
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(Note: B. year in obit doesn't match tombstone and SSDI by one year)
(5 Jun 1909/Apr 1974/SSDI)


RAYMOND CARBON

Raymond Carbon, 62, Ashwaubenon, died Friday, Aug. 1, 2003. He was born March 11, 
1941, to the late John and Lucille (Hassmer) Carbon in Manitowoc County. He served 
in the U.S. Army from 1959 to 1962. On August 19, 1975, he married the former Judy 
Stransky in Manitowoc. He was employed by Chilton Globe for 30 years and currently 
was employed by Dean Pickle. Raymond enjoyed working in his yard and gardens and 
loved his part-time job during the summer with the Village of Ashwaubenon.
Survivors include his wife, Judy; two children, Cassie Carbon and Jason Carbon; 
three step-children, Randall and Lynn Long; Susan Long; and Rick Long; two step-
grandchildren, Dylan and Nicholas Block; his brothers and sisters, Rosemarie and 
Ray Cisler; June and Ted Meyer; Mary Carol and Richard Haupt; Caroline and Luis 
Trujillo; Margorie Brandl; Jack and Doreen Carbon; and Richard and Janis Carbon; 
two sisters-in-law, Rose Carbon and Joyce Carbon; and Judith's sisters and brother, 
Lynn (Dick) Ruehr; Audrey (Jim) Dempsky; and Steve (Trudy) Stansky.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Roger Carbon 
and Fred Carbon and one brother-in-law, Elmer Brandl.
Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, at Lyndahl Funeral Home, Green 
Bay, where a Parish Wake Service will be held at 6 p.m. Visitation will continue 
after 10 a.m. Friday at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, Ashwaubenon, where 
the Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11 a.m. with the Rev. John Girotti 
officiating. Burial will take place in Branch Evergreen Cemetery in the Town of 
Rapids, Manitowoc County.
The family would like to thank their wonderful neighbors for all of their help, the 
second floor nursing staff at Bellin Hospital and the staff of Unity Hospice for 
the care and compassion that they provided.
Herald Times Reporter, August 3, 2003 P. A3


WILLIAM CARBON

William Carbon, 71, of Branch, died Wednesday evening at home.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and 
Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dale Tutje will officiate 
and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
Mr. Carbon was born July 4, 1901, at Branch, son of the late Joseph 
and Anna Peroutka Carbon. He was a World War II veteran. He was 
employed at Manitowoc County Highway Dept. until his retirement. 
He was a member of the American Legion.
Survivors include two brothers, Joseph and John of Branch, five 
sisters, Miss Elizabeth Carbon, of Branch, Mrs. Mary Tveten, Mrs. 
Julia Cizek and Mrs. Floyd Nelson, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Lenor 
Schroeder, of Appleton. A sister and three brothers preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call at the funeral home, Ninth Street entrance, from 
4 to 9 p.m. Friday until the time of service Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 24, 1972


KATHARINA CHENOHA

Name: Chenoha, Katharina
D.: 2/13/1878
B.:
Reg. D.: 7/29/1878 
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 38 Yrs.
B.P.: Gros-Feithof (Ferthof?) Bohemia
D.P.: Branch
Cem.: Branch
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. G. Noever, Mtwc. Rpds.
Spouse: Simon Chenoha
F.: Mathias Mlaida
M.: Katharina Mlaida
Cause of Death: consumption
Pg. #: 258


DAVID A. CHILDS

David A. Childs, 12, a seventh grade student at Wilson Junior High School, 
Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Wednesday at school.
Private family funeral services will be at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, with burial in Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Survivors include his parents, Vernon and Evelyn Childs. A brother, two sisters, 
of Branch (private) and grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins.
There will be no visitation. Memorials in daily life “Do unto others as you 
would have others do unto you.” Other memorials may be made to the Heart Fund 
or charity or church of the donor’s choice.
Herald Times Reporter, January 8, 1976   P. 14
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(Note: A very nice tribute to him was written by his teacher and a notation
by the editor of the paper that he died of an aneurysm while running laps in
the gym found in the following edition
Herald Times Reporter, January 9, 1976 P. 10)


MICHAEL CONNORS

Notes from Cato:
Michael Connors, a well known farmer of Cato, died Sunday morning after a few days' 
illness. Heart trouble was the cause of his death. He was about 45 years of age and 
was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Christ Connors of Liberty. He leaves a wife and one son, 
aged 10 years. Mr. Connors was an industrious farmer, a good citizen and an honest 
man and was held in esteem by all who knew him. The funeral was held Tuesday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 20, 1916


SOPHIA CONNORS

Mrs. Sophia Connors, 70, of 854 North 13th street, died early today at the 
home. She had been ill since November.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the Vogelsang funeral 
home and at two o'clock from the First Reformed church. Burial will be in the 
Branch cemetery.
Mrs. Connors, nee Sophia Kiel, was born in the town of Manitowoc Rapids in 
1869 and in 1897 was married to Michael Connors. Mr. Connors died in 1916.
Survivors are a son, Raymond, city; and a brother, Henry Kiel, city.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Sunday afternoon on.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, March 25, 1939 P. 4


AMELIA DALLWIG

Mrs. Amelia Dallwig died very suddenly last Sunday at her home in 
Branch. Deceased was seventy-seven years of age and has been a 
resident of this county for a long time. Cause of death was 
paralysis of the heart.
Manitowoc Daily Herald Thursday, Jan. 8, 1901, p. 4
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(F. Dalwig on 1885 Manitowoc Rapids state census shows 2 people,
1 male; 1 female. Could be Amelia. He died 1894. Amelia is on
the 1900 Manitowoc Rapids census as a widow.)
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Death Sat. in Town Manitowoc Rapids of 77-yr. old Mrs. Amalia Dalwig 
of old age debility. Her funeral was held yesterday from the Reformed 
Church in Branch.
Der Nord Westen, 10 Jan. 1901
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Branch:
Mrs. Dalwig mother of George Dalwig, died last Sunday evening. She was ill 
only a few days and her death was not looked for. Although old age was 
slowly creeping upon her she was still very useful. Six children survive her, 
three sons and three daughters.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, January 10, 1901 pg. 8
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Amalia Voelker Dalwig
birth: 27 May 1823 Germany
death: 6 January 1901 Branch, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Branch
residence: 1901 Rapids
father: George Voelker
mother: Helene
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


FRIEDRICH DALLWIG

From Der Nord Westen, 29 Mar. 1894: 
Death of Frederich Dallwig on Mon. in Branch, one of the oldest settlers 
of our county. Some years ago Mr. Dallwig suffered a stroke from which he
apparently recovered, but he was stricken with another stroke on Fri. that 
brought his death on Mon. The 77 yr. old gentleman had a wide circle of 
warm friends who always enjoyed listening to his tales about the pioneer 
days. He is survived by his widow and a grown son.


HENRY DICKERT

Henry Dickert
birth: December 1833 Germany
death: 11 October 1906 Franklin, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Branch, Wis.
residence: 1906 Franklin
father: Henry Dickert
mother: Charlotte
spouse: Mary
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


MARY DICKERT

Mrs. Mary Dickert, 81, Pioneer of County, Dies At Home of Daughter
Mrs. Mary Dicert, 81, widow of the late Henry Dickert, and a pioneer 
of Manitowoc county passed away Thursday afternoon at the home of her 
daughter, Mrs. Frank Schadeberg, 1302 Green street, with whom she made 
her home. Coming here from Bohemia in early childhood with her parents, 
the deeased, except for a four year period when she, with her husband 
located in Brown county, has always made this county her home. Her 
maiden name was Mary Novotny. She married Henry Dickert in 1867 first 
being located in Kossuth and after returning from Glenmore, Brown 
county, locating on a farm in the town of Franklin. Mr. Dickert passed 
away 33 years ago.
Six daughters, Mrs. Frank Schadeberg, Mrs. George Holtz and Clara, all 
of this city; Mrs. Mary Stracke, and Elizabeth of Racine; Mrs. Helen 
Franz of Franklin and one son, Emil of this city survive. A sister, 
Mrs. Lawrence Weix of Antigo, three brothers, Louis Novotny of Antigo, 
James of Union Center, Wis., and John of Plainfield, Wis., four grand-
children and one great grandchild also survive.
Burial will take place Monday afternoon at 1:30 from the Schadeberg 
home, and at 2 o'clock from the German Reform church, with interment 
in the Branch cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, May 18, 1928 P. 2


FRED ELLERMANN

Death Thurs. last week of Friedrich Ellermann who lived near Branch. 
Two days before his death, as he was returning home from Manitowoc, 
he was thrown from his wagon and injured his back. Mr. Ellermann, who 
was 45, leaves a widow and 10 children, of whom the youngest is 2 yrs. 
old. The burial took place Saturday.
Der Nord Westen, 05 Aug. 1897


RALPH G. ELLIOTT

Mr. Ralph G. Elliott, Sr., age 81, of 904 Raton Court, Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
evening September 23, 1992, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday September 26, 1992, at 
Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home. Rev. William B. Plank and Deacon 
Al Boldt officiating. Burial will be at Branch Evergreen Cemetery, Branch, Wis.
He was born October 24, 1910, in the Town of Chase, Brown County, son of the late 
George and Tillie Lewis Elliott. For 24 years he owned and operated Elliot's Bar 
in the Town of Liberty. He was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company for many 
years, and then at Quality Beverage until his retirement. He was married to 
Marian A. Springstube on December 6, 1941, at Waukegan, Ill. They celebrated 50 
years of marriage together.
Survivors include his wife Marian, sons and daughters include, Lloyd and Delores, 
Manitowoc, Paul Elliott, Manitowoc, Judith Ann Wiegert and a special friend, Stephen 
Dombrowski, Manitowoc, Ralph G. and Patricia Elliott Jr. and Dale K. and Barbara 
Elliott, Branch, a special friend, Mrs. Pearl Schmidt, Manitowoc, 16 grandchildren, 
23 great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by a daughter, 
Joan, a son George, three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 
5-8 p.m. on Friday.
Herald Times Reporter, September 24, 1992 P. A2
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(24 Oct 1910/23 Sep 1992/SSDI)


BEVERLY M. FREE

Beverly M. Free, age 44, of 2740 S. LeCapitaine Circle, Green Bay, died Friday, 
February 3, 1995, in Green Bay, as a result of a car accident.
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 7, 1995, at St. John's 
United Church of Christ, located at 15th and Marshall Streets, Manitowoc. 
Concelebrating the Funeral Service will be Rev. Robert Meyer and Rev. Robert 
Laubenstein, with burial to follow in Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
She was born October 12, 1950, in Manitowoc, Wis., daughter of Mable Karbon 
Gadzinski and the late Leonard Gadzinski. Beverly was a graduate of Manitowoc 
Lincoln High School, class of 1968. She married Michael R. Free, July 20, 1968, 
in Manitowoc. She was formerly employed at Maurices Clothing Store and was 
currently employed with Bank One of Allouez, Wis.
Survivors include her husband, Michael R. Free, Green Bay; two daughters, Tracy 
Free and fiance, Richard Konop, Green Bay, Tammy Free and special friend, Scott 
Wright, Green Bay; one son, Troy Free, at home; her mother, Mable Gadzinski, 
Manitowoc; one sister and brother-in-law, Donna and Howard Hardrath, Manitowoc; 
one brother and sister-in-law, Glenn and Kay Andersen Gadzinski, Manitowoc; a 
niece, Kimberly Hardrath; nephews, Chris and Aaron Gadzinski, all of Manitowoc. 
Also surviving are other nieces and nepehws, many relatives and friends. She was 
preceded in death by her father, Leonard Gadzinski, July 12, 1994.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Monday evening, from 
4-9 p.m., and Tuesday morning at the St. John's United Church of Christ, Manitowoc, 
from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
God made a wonderful mother, a mother who never grows old.
He made her smile of sunshine and He molded her heart of pure gold.
In her eyes, He placed bright shining stars.
In her cheeks, fair roses you see God made a wonderful mother, and He gave 
that dear mother to me.
She will be sadly missed by all of her family.
Herald Times Reporter, February 5, 1995 P. A2


ANNA FREIDENBERGER

SUDDEN DEATH PIONEER WOMAN OF THE COUNTY 
Death came unexpectedly to Mrs. Freidenberger, pioneer resident of the county, 
at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fred Siebert, after one day of a several day 
visit Mrs. Freidenberger had planned to make. Heart failure was the cause of 
death.
Mrs. Freidenberger, since the death of her husband in 1906 has made her home 
with her son Charles and Tuesday went to the home of her daughter Mrs. Siebert, 
a few miles distant, for a visit. She was about as usual and in apparent health 
when the fatal stroke came.
Decedent was 64 years of age and a native of Bohemia. She came to America at 
the age of 17 and had resided in Manitowoc county of forty-five years, the family 
residing in the town of Franklin. Mrs. Freidenberger is survived by three sons, 
Plozcy and Charles of Kossuth and Anton Cadvill, son by a former marriage, in 
Montana, and four daughters, Mrs. Fr. Siebert, Mrs. H. Meyer, Mrs. H. Sittman, 
of Franklin and Mrs. B. Krohn, of Marshfield.
The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon from the home in Franklin with 
interment at Branch.
Manitowoc Herald News, November 3, 1921  P. 8 


BLASIUS FREIDENBERGER

Blasius Freidenberger, 70, who had been living the past three years with his 
sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Siebert, at 2214 Granger Road, 
Manitowoc, died early Sunday morning at home after a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Reformed Church, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Theodore P. Crusius officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery 
at Branch.
Mr. Freidenberger was born March 23, 1891, in the Town of Franklin, Manitowoc 
County, son of the late Frank and Anna Mahulik Freidenberg. He married Vera 
Grube Dec. 7, 1918, and they resided at Manitowoc 14 years. He farmed at Mishicot 
from 1932 to 1958, when he returned to Manitowoc. 
Survivors include two sons, Harold and Robert of Two Rivers; four daughters, Mrs. 
Harold Popp of Hatley, Marathon County, Mrs. Francis Duvall and Mrs. Charles 
Pautzer of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Norman Anderson of Charleston, S.C.; two brothers, 
Charles of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, and William Reinhardt of Delafield, Waukesha County; 
four sisters, Mrs. Rose Gosz and Mrs. Fred Siebert of Manitowoc, Mrs. Alma Mayer 
of Rt. 1, Reedsville, and Mrs. Bert Krohn of Spence, Marathon County, and 18 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until 10:30 a.m. 
Tuesday when the casket will be moved to the church, where the body may be viewed 
after 11 a.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 5, 1961  P. 13


CHARLES FREIDENBERGER

Charles Freidenberger St., 85, of Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc, formerly 
of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, died Sunday evening at Park Lawn Home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at First Reformed United Church 
of Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Schultz will officiate and burial will 
be in Branch Cemetery, Branch.
Mr. Freidenberger was born Oct. 9, 1887, in the Town of Franklin, Manitowoc 
County, son of the late Frank and Anna Mahoulik Freidenberger. He married Flora 
Mayer April 14, 1914 at Manitowoc. He was a retired dairy farmer. He was a member 
of various farm organizations and a lifelong member of the First Reformed United 
Church of Christ. His wife precede him in death Aug. 7, 1967.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Friends may all at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday until noon Wednesday 
and at the church from noon to the time of service Wednesday.
Herald Times Reporter, Mantiowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. June 4, 1973
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Richard(sic) Freidenberger and Miss Flora Meyer, daughter of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. John Meyer, were married at the old home of the bride on the Lakeshore 
road just south of the city Tuesday, Rev. Schelhase of this city tying the 
nuptial knot. The young couple will reside on a farm owned by the groom at 
the Branch.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Apr. 16, 1914


FLORA FREIDENBERGER

Mrs. Charles Freidenberger, 76, of 1302 Wisconsin Ave., Manitowoc, died Monday 
morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the United Church of Christ, 
Manitowoc, with the Rev. Theodore P. Crusius officiating and burial in Evergreen 
Cemetery at Branch.
The former Flora Mayer was born Oct. 21, 1890, in Manitowoc, the daughter of the 
late John and Johanna Buerstatte Mayer. On April 14, 1914, she was married to 
Charles Freidenberger at Manitowoc. The couple farmed at Rt. 1, Whitelaw, until 
retirement 18 years ago and then moved to Manitowoc.
Mrs. Freidenberger was a member of the Ladies Aid Society and a Sunday school 
teacher at the former Reformed Church at Branch.
Surviving are her husband; one son, Charles, of Whitelaw; a daughter, Mrs. Florence 
Hallwachs, of Manitowoc; four sisters, Mrs. Ella Pitsch, Mrs. Selma Zastow, Miss 
Johanna Mayer and Mrs. Eleanore Pautz, all of Manitowoc; 12 grandchildren and three 
great grandchildren.
Three brothers and three sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, Ninth Street 
entrance, after 4 p.m. Tuesday until 11:30 a.m. Wednesday and then at the church 
until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 7, 1967 P. 5
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Richard(sic) Freidenberger and Miss Flora Meyer, daughter of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. John Meyer, were married at the old home of the bride on the Lakeshore 
road just south of the city Tuesday, Rev. Schelhase of this city tying the 
nuptial knot. The young couple will reside on a farm owned by the groom at 
the Branch.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Apr. 16, 1914


FRANK FREIDENBERGER

Frank Freidenberger
birth: 1848 Germany
death: 4 April 1906 Franklin, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Branch, Wis.
residence: 1906 Franklin
spouse: Anna
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


LEONARD F. GADZINSKI

Leonard F. Gadzinski, age 69, of 1808-A Hamilton Street, Manitowoc, 
died Tuesday, July 12, 1994 at St. Vincent's Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m., Friday, July 15, 1994 at 
the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the 
Rev. Roman Zbieranski O.F.M., with burial to follow in the Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc County.
He was born February 4, 1925 in Manitowoc, son of the late Thomas and 
Josephine Markowski Gadzinski. He was a veteran of the United States 
Army during World War II from 1943-1945 in the Fighting 36th Infantry 
during the European Theatre. He married the former Mable Karbon on 
July 22, 1947 in Manitowoc. Mr. Gagzinski was employed at Mirro Company-
Manitowoc, Paragon Electric Company-Two Rivers, and retired in 1988 
from the Eis Company in Sturgeon Bay. He was a member of the Fraternal 
Order of Eagles #706 of Manitowoc.
Survivors include Mabel, of Manitowoc; two daughters and sons-in-law, 
Beverly and Michael Free, Green Bay, Donna and Howard Hardrath, 
Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law, Glenn L. and Kay (Andersen) 
Gadzinski, Manitowoc; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Marie and 
Norbert Herzog, and Esther Klein; two brothers and sisters-in-law, 
Edwin and Carol Gadzinski, Fred and Vange Gadzinski, all of Manitowoc; 
six grandchildren, Tracy, Tammy, and Troy Free, Kimberly Hardrath, 
Chris and Aaron Gadzinski; two special friends, Scott Wright and Rick 
Konop. He was preceded in death by five brothers, Alois, Florian, Thomas, 
Victor, and Sylvester Gadzinski; and two sisters, Rose Tollefson and 
Lilian Stelzer.
Friends may call at the Pfefffer Funeral Home 4-9 p.m., Thursday where 
an Eagles Memorial Service will be held at 7 p.m. followed by a prayer 
service at 7:30 p.m.
Leonard is loved very much by his family and friends. He was a loving 
husband, father and grandfather. He was always willing to lend a helping 
hand to others. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling and vacationing in 
Florida. Leonard will be deeply missed. We love you Leonard.
A special thanks to Dr. Bressler, Karin and Shelia, and the fourth floor 
ICU of St. Vincent's Hospital of Green Bay.
Herald Times Reporter, July 13, 1994 P. A2


CAROLINE GILCRECE

From the Files of the Pilot -Fifty Years ago (1865)
Died – 
In Franklin, on the 28th of March, Caroline, daughter of Samuel and Hannah 
Gilchrice(sic), aged 10 years, 5 months and 25 days.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr.8, 1915


ELROY LORANCE KIEL-GLAVIN

Elroy Larance Kiel-Glavin, infant son of Jo Ann and Lorance Kiel-Glavin, died 
Thursday, March 3, 1994, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Private Family Services were held at 1 p.m. Monday, March 7, 1994, at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating was Sister Marlene Greaten. Burial will be 
at Branch Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
He is survived by his parents, Lorance and Jo Ann Kiel-Glavin, Two Rivers; maternal 
grandparents, Elroy and Margaret Kiel, Whitelaw; paternal grandparents, Lorance and 
Florence Glavin, Milwaukee; aunts; uncles; cousins; other relatives and friends 
also survive.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 7, 1994 P. A2


JOSEPH GRAVES

Joseph D. Graves, age 63, died on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, at Aurora Medical 
Center, surrounded by his family.
Joe was born on Aug. 25, 1946, in Norway, Mich., son of the late Edward and 
Virginia (Weber) Graves. Joe married Kim Hartman-Hastreiter on Oct. 9, 1999. 
Joe proudly served his country from 1966-1968, during the Vietnam War. Joe was 
an avid history buff and genealogist who loved to cook and spend time with his 
grandchildren.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Joe was preceded in death by his parents; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, 
Al and Grace Hartman; brother, Edward Graves; sister, Margaret Wrchota and 
stepdaughter, Katie Jo Hastreiter.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009, at Klein 
and Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Deacon 
Paul Kieffer. Burial will be at the Branch Evergreen Cemetery. Military rites 
will be accorded by the Two Rivers VFW and American Legion Posts.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009, at Klein 
and Stangel Funeral Home from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11:30 a.m.
Memorials may be made to the Two Rivers Fire Department.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of the ICU at 
Aurora Hospital, Dr. Cedric Thayer and Firefighter Paramedic Randy Reimer for 
the care and compassion shown toward Joe and his family.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 30, 2009


FRANCES H. GRIMSTAD

Frances H. Grimstad, M.D., age 89, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, 
died Tuesday morning, Jan. 21, 2003, at the home. A memorial service will be 
held at a later date. 
She was born July 8, 1913, in La Crosse, daughter of the late Harry G. and 
Margery Roberts Hayden. Frances was valedictorian of her high school class. 
She graduated from Logan High School in La Crosse in 1930. Frances earned a 
Bachelor of Arts with honors from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and she 
was one of only four women in her class in medical school. Frances earned her 
medical degree with high honors from UW-Madison in 1937. On June 12, 1937, she 
married Paul Charles Grimstad in La Crosse. Frances and her husband were long 
time Madison residents, moving to Manitowoc in 1995. He preceded her in death 
on Jan. 22, 1998. She undertook post graduate training at Wisconsin General 
Hospital and became a partner in the practice of medicine from 1939 to 1947. 
From 1952 to 1980, Dr. Grimstad was a health service physician member of UW-
Wisconsin. Additionally, as a clinical associate professor of medicine, she 
supervised medical students and stressed interested care in the individual. 
Frances was an affiliate member of the American Academy of Dermatology. She 
was a member of First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law: Attorney Paul H. and Vicki 
Grimstad, Manitowoc; Dr. Thomas H. and Wina Grimstad, New Orleans; three grand-
children: Paul C. Grimstad II, New York, N.Y.; Thomas H. Grimstad Jr., New York,
 N.Y.; and John H. Grimstad, Baton Rouge, La. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by two sisters: 
Marjorie Trowbridge and Alice Storey. 
Approximately 10 years ago, Frances was recognized for her achievements by her 
high school. The plaque which she was awarded reads in part as follows: Clearly, 
Dr. Grimstad took stock in her parent's deep value of education. Frances Hayden 
Grimstad, M.D., led a multi-faceted life as a student, physician, wife, mother 
and teacher. She regards her full life as worthwhile, developed her talents to 
the fullest, and derived satisfaction from both family and career. A believer in 
"self-improvement," she was a pioneer even by going on for advanced education, 
and her initiative set a pattern, which will encourage others to achieve. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements. Frances enjoyed spending time with her family 
and reading. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2003
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(08 Jul 1913/21 Jan 2003/SSDI)


PAUL C. GRIMSTAD    (d. 1998)

Paul C. Grimstad Sr., age 94, a resident of the Felician village, Manitowoc, 
died Thursday evening, January 22, 1998, at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 31, 1998, at 
the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. 
Steven Olson.
Paul was born on July 8, 1903, in Brewster, Minn., youngest of the 12 children 
of the late Tarje Knute and Tone Rindy Grimstad. He graduated from the University 
of Minnesota with a degree in Business Administration. Paul married Frances 
Hayden, M.D., on June 12, 1937, in LaCrosse, Wis. He was a long-time Madison 
resident, moving to Manitowoc with his wife in March of 1995. The couple celebrated 
their 60th wedding anniversary in June of 1997 at the Felician Village. He was an 
insurance broker and manager of the Wisconsin Insurance Service. Paul was a member 
of Bethel Lutheran Church, Madison, Wis., First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, and 
the Madison Club. Paul enjoyed golfing, pheasant hunting, and was an avid sports 
fan.
Survivors include his wife, Frances Grimstad, M.D., Manitowoc; two sons and 
daughters-in-law, Attorney Paul H. and Vicki Grimstad, Manitowoc, and Dr. Thomas H. 
and Wina Grimstad, New Orleans, La.; three grandchildren, Paul C. Grimstad II, 
New York, NY, Thomas H. Grimstad, Jr., Baton Rauge, La., and John H. Grimstad, 
Evanston, Ill. He was preceded in death by five brothers and six sisters.
Memorials may be made to the Felician Village, Two Rivers Community Hospital, St. 
Mary's Home, or First Lutheran Church.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Janaury 25, 1998 P. 2
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(08 Jul 1903/22 Jan 1998/SSDI)


PAUL HAYDEN GRIMSTAD    (d. 2009)

Paul Hayden Grimstad, age 64, of 3308 Branch River Road, Manitowoc, 
died unexpectedly Thursday morning, March 26, 2009, at his residence.
Paul was born April 12, 1944, in Madison, Wis., son of the late 
Paul C. & Dr. Frances (Hayden) Grimstad. He was a graduate of Madison 
West High School, Madison, with the class of 1962. He earned his 
Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison 
in psychology in 1966. He then received his Doctor of Jurisprudence 
from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 1969. On Nov. 25, 1967, 
he married the former Victoria (Vicki) Caira in Madison.
Paul moved to Manitowoc in 1969 and joined the law firm Clark, Rankin, 
Nash & Spindler. From 1969 to 1972, he practiced as an associate, and 
from 1972 to the present as a partner. His current position was senior 
litigation partner with Nash, Spindler, Grimstad & McCracken LLP. Paul's 
practice was limited solely to civil litigation. He tried cases in the 
areas of automobile accident, commercial litigation, fire, slip and fall, 
and products liability. For the past 25 years, his concentration was in 
the defense of professional malpractice cases in Wisconsin. He was 
involved in the defense of more than 300 malpractice cases, and defended 
approximately 100 medical malpractice cases to verdict, in both jury 
trials and actions brought before Wisconsin's patients' compensation 
panels. He regularly defended cases in Manitowoc, Sheboygan, Kewaunee, 
Door, Brown, Outagamie, Fond du Lac, Calumet, Winnebago, Marinette, 
Marathon, Oneida, Waushara, Vilas, Portage and Milwaukee counties.
Paul was elected to the American Board of Trial Advocates, where he 
served as charter member of the Wisconsin Chapter and as a past president, 
the American College of Trial Lawyers as a Fellow, and the International 
Society of Barristers. He was a member of the American Board of Professional 
Liability Attorneys, Defense Research Institute, Civil Trial Counsel of 
Wisconsin, Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers, Association of Insurance 
Attorneys, American Bar Association, Wisconsin State Bar Association, 
Manitowoc County Bar Association, American College of Trial Lawyers and 
the International Society of Barristers. Paul was selected for inclusion 
in The Best Lawyers in America in 2001, 2002 and 2005, rated as one of 
the top 50 Wisconsin lawyers in 2005 and 2006, and recognized by the Bar 
Register of Preeminent Lawyers in 2001 for professional ethical standards. 
He argued twice in 2009 before the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Paul also 
participated as lecturer and teacher in the area of torts, evidence and 
medical malpractice at the request of the Wisconsin Academy of Trial 
Lawyers, the State Bar of Wisconsin, the Civil Trial Counsel of Wisconsin 
and Wisconsin's continuing legal education program. In addition, Paul 
conducted seminars on medical malpractice and risk management, attended 
by physicians, dentists, nurses, emergency room technicians, EMTs and 
other allied health care professionals, including the symposium 
"Cerebral Palsy — Is It Preventable?" presented by the Wisconsin Society 
of Obstetrics & Gynecology on July 16, 1987. Paul also presented 
"Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics" at the continuing medical education 
program in 1995 and 1997. With geriatrician Mark Sager, Paul published 
"Do the Elderly Sue Physicians?" in the Archives of Internal Medicine 
in 1990. Both Paul and Vicki received a distinguished service award from 
Aurora Health Foundation in 2006.
Paul was a member of the Northeastern Wisconsin Golf Association, where 
he served as secretary from 1979-91, president from 1991-94 and as Man 
of the Year in 1983. He also was a member of the Western Golf Association, 
where he served on the Board of Directors, and of Branch River Country 
Club, where he served on the Board of Directors from 1991-97 and as 
president from 1993-94. He started the Branch River Country Club Evan's 
Day fundraiser for the Evan's Scholarship in 1982, and chaired the event 
through the 1990s.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
He was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law: Peter and 
Caterina Caira.
Relatives and friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care 
Center, 928 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, for a 
memorial visitation from 5 to 8 p.m., and then at First Lutheran Church, 
521 N. 8th St., Manitowoc, on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, from 10 a.m. until 
the time of the memorial service at 11 a.m.
Paul had a wonderful sense of humor and was a loving husband, father, 
grandfather and friend. He was especially proud of his son, (private), and 
truly enjoyed being with his grandson, (private). He was a dedicated Packers, 
Badgers and Brewers fan (he himself played semi-pro baseball as a young man), 
and loved watching sports with his pals at the Fat Seagull and Seven Lakes. 
He was a co-host of the Sports Corner radio show, where he was well known 
for his comical "lock of the week." He was a voracious reader, loved playing 
golf, feeding the birds, listening to music, playing guitar (and occasionally 
banjo), and playing with his dog, Friday, and before her, Lincoln.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Manitowoc 
Humane Society, West Golf Association Evan's Scholarship Fund (1 Briar Road, 
Golf, IL, 60028), and the University of Wisconsin Alumni Foundation.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting 
the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 29, 2009


FLORENCE HALLWACHS HACKEL

Florence W. Hackel, age 92, died on March 26, 2009, at Shady Lane Nursing Care 
Center in Manitowoc while surrounded by her loving family. 
Florence was born Feb. 3, 1917, in Whitelaw to the late Charles and Flora (Mayer) 
Freidenberger. On Nov. 22, 1939, she married Harley F. Hallwachs. Harley preceded 
her in death Nov. 28, 1962. On Feb. 14, 1970, Florence married Joseph C. Hackel 
in Little Chute, and they enjoyed more than 32 years of marriage together. Joseph 
preceded her in death July 20, 2002. 
Florence was a homemaker for most of her life, raising her four children on a farm 
south of Manitowoc. She worked at Kresge's, Fehr's Jewelers and Manitowoc Engineering 
before marrying Joseph and completing the raising of his children in Little Chute. 
Florence loved gardening and she and Joe were active in the Paper Valley Garden Club, 
of which she was past president. 
Survivors include her four children: Donald (Deanna) Hallwachs, Two Rivers; Richard 
(Michele) Hallwachs, Clover; Kenneth (Lorna) Hallwachs, Lakeside, Calif.; Judith 
(Lynn) Helke, Newton; eight grandchildren; six great grandchildren; nine step children: 
George (Val) Hackel; Trish (Jim) Lenhart, Lee (Dot) Hackel, Marla (Paul) Garber; Tim 
(Pat) Hackel, Donna (Judd) Vanden Heuvel, Jeff (Barb) Hackel, Dan (Jackie) Hackel, 
David Hackel; also nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Florence was preceded 
in death by one brother: Charles H. Freidenberger. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at First Reformed United Church of Christ, 
3613 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, from 9 a.m. until the time of 
the funeral service at 11 a.m. Rev. Richard Runge will officiate with burial to follow 
at Branch-Evergreen Cemetery. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 
11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials in Florence's name to the 
Multiple Sclerosis Society. 
Florence's family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Shady Lane 
Nursing Care Center for the care and compassion they provided to their Mom.
Herald Times Reporter, March 2009
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(Feb 3, 1917/Mar. 26, 2009/SSDI)


HARLEY HALLWACHS

Harley F. Hallwachs, 53, of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, took his life Wednesday afternoon 
at the farm home in the Town of Newton.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at First Reformed United Church 
of Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Crusisus will officiate and burial will 
be in Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Hallwachs was born Jan. 14, 1909, at Sheboygan, son of the late Robert 
Hallwachs and Mary Prigge Hallwachs. He married Florence Friedenberger Nov. 22, 
1939, at Manitowoc, and the couple farmed in the Town of Newton.
For years Hallwachs was known as a wrestler of considerable ability and had 
pitted his skill against some of the better contenders in the United States in 
matches at the New Opera House, Manitowoc. He had served the Newton school board, 
was a member of Newton Volunteer Fire Dept. and had been a member of Manitowoc 
County Farm Bureau.
Surviving are his wife, three sons, a daughter (Survivors omitted for privacy.); 
his mother, Mrs. Mary Hallwachs of Manitowoc; two brothers, Edgar and Gordon of 
Manitowoc; and two sisters, Mrs. Earl Treder of Manitowoc and Mrs. Edna Krause 
of Sheboygan.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Friday until 10:30 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 29, 1962 P. 14


DONNA L. HARDRATH

Donna L. Hardrath, age 43, of 1312 Ruby Lane, Manitowoc, died Friday, July 26, 
1996 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Marshfield.
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 30, 1996, at St. John's United 
Church of Christ, Manitowoc. Rev. Jay Smoke will officiate with burial at Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery.
Donna was born September 2, 1952, in Manitowoc, daughter of Mable Karbon Gadzinski 
and the late Leonard Gadzinski. She was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School 
with the class of 1970. On November 12, 1977 she married Howard Hardrath, at St. 
John's United Church of Christ, Manitowoc. Donna was employed with Paragon Electric 
Company, Two Rivers.
Survivors include her husband, Howard Hardrath; one daughter, Kimberly, at home; 
her mother, Mable Gadzinski, Manitowoc; one brother and sister-in-law, Glenn and 
Kay Andersen Gadzinski, Manitowoc; one brother-in-law, Michael Free, Green Bay; two 
nieces, Tracy and Richard Konop, Green Bay, Tammy Free, and her fiance, Scott Wright, 
Green Bay; three nephews, Troy Free, Chris Gadzinski, and Aaron Gadzinski; her mother-
in-law, Mrs. Elton Hardrath, Manitowoc; one sister-in-law, Shirley Hansen and her 
husband Arik, Two Rivers; two brothers-in-law, Dean Hardrath and Leroy Hardrath, 
Manitowoc. Also surviving are nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends. She was 
preceded in death by her father, Leonard Gadzinski, July 12, 1994; one sister, Beverly 
Free, February 3, 1995, and her father-in-law, Elton Hardrath, February 28, 1994.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4-9 p.m. this Monday (TONIGHT) and 
on Tuesday at St. John's United Church of Christ from 10 a.m. until the time of service 
at 11 a.m.
The tears that dampen our eyes in times of mourning are tears of homesickness, tears of 
longing for our loved one. But it is we who are away from home, not she. Death has been 
for her a doorway to an eternal home. She is still with us, loving and tenderly waiting 
for the day when we, too, will enter the doorway of our eternal home.
She will be sadly missed by all of her family.
Herald Times Reporter, July 29, 1996 P. A2


ALOIS HARTMAN

Alois (Al) Hartman, age 76, of 4008 Village Drive, Branch, died Friday 
afternoon, December 30, 1994, at Bellin Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 3, 1995 (sic), at Saur 
Funeral Home, Kellnersville, and 10:30 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, 
Whitelaw. Rev. Richard H. Heymen will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial 
with burial to follow in the Branch Evergreen Cemetery. Military Rites will 
be accorded by the Kuballe-O'Connel VFW Post #6179 of Cato.
Mr. Hartman was born January 22, 1918, in Manitowoc County, son of the late 
John and Anna Holschbach Hartman. He attended St. Andrew Grade School, 
Manitowoc. On October 8, 1941,he was married to former Grace Decker at Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Al served in the United States Army 
from 1945 to 1946 in Okinawa. Al was a cheesemaker for 20 years, he was 
employed at Schuette Construction Company for 25 years and also owned and 
operated Hartman's Longbranch Bar for 17 years, retiring in 1982. He was a 
member of St. Michaels Church, Whitelaw, Kuballe-O'Connel VFW Post #6179 of 
Cato, and past member of the Branch Area Firefighters, Branch Fire Department, 
Teamsters Local 619 and Manitowoc County Tavern League.
Survivors include his wife, Grace, Branch; two sons and one daughter-in-law, 
Roger and Sue Hartman, Manitowoc, Terry Hartman, Rockwood, and his special 
friend, Mary Novak; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Sharon and Wayne 
Stelzer, Branch, Sue Traeger, Whitelaw, and her special friend, Tom Gintner, 
Kim and Jack Hastreiter, Manitowoc; 11 grandchildren. Amy Joy, Jody Backes, 
John and Jill Stelzer, Julie and Michael Traeger, Katie and Jason Hastreiter, 
Beau, Dustyn and Heather Hartman; two great-grandchildren, Taylor and Brooke 
Backes; five brothers and sisters-in-law, Francis and Pearl Hartman, Ellenton, 
Fla., Clarence (Jiggs) and Hermena Hartman, Manitowoc, Anthony and Lillian 
Hartman, Manitowoc, Leo and Marion Hartman, Newton, Norbert and Betty Hartman, 
Woodbridge, Va.; six sisters-in-law, and two brothers-in-law, Lillian Pech, 
Manitowoc, Rosie and Victor Skarvan, Whitelaw, Mildred Doubek, Two Rivers, 
George and Barbara Decker, Manitowoc, Anna Kubsch, Neenah, Elsie Lyon, Branch, 
nieces, nephews other relatives and friends also survive.
He was preceded in death by one brother, John Hartman, an infant 
sister, Helen Hartman.
Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, (TONIGHT) from 4-8 p.m. Father Heymen 
will pray the Rosary at 7 p.m. and VFW Memorial Services will be conducted at 
7:45 p.m.
Dad loved his cottage at Little Sturgeon, where he spent many hours fishing 
and enjoying his family.
Al's family would like to thank the Emergency Medical Staffs and Critical Care 
Units of Holy Family Memorial Medical Center and Bellin Hospital.
Herald Times Reporter, January 2, 1995 p.A2


GRACE HARTMAN

Grace A. Hartman, age 86, of 2021 S. Alverno Road, Manitowoc, died on Tuesday 
morning, March 25, 2008, at the Manitowoc County Health Care Center. 
Grace was born on Sept. 13, 1921, in Manitowoc County, daughter of the late 
Matthew and Anna (Karbon) Decker. On Oct. 8, 1941, Grace married Alois "Al" 
Hartman at Holy Innocents Catholic Church in Manitowoc. He preceded her in 
death on Dec. 30, 1994. She and her husband owned and operated the Long Branch 
Bar in Branch for 17 years. After retirement, they enjoyed 13 happy years at 
their cottage in Little Sturgeon. She was a member of St. Michael Catholic 
Church in Whitelaw. Grace was a loving and caring mother, grandmother and great-
grandmother. 
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law: (private); three daughters and 
sons-in-law: (private); eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; brothers-in-
law and sisters-in-law. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband: Alois; one granddaughter: 
Katie Jo Hastreiter; six sisters and brothers-in-law: Lilian (Adolph) Pech; Mary 
(Tom) Galbraith; Anna (Edward) Kubsch; Mildred (Louie) Doubek; Rose (Victor) 
Skarvan; and Elsie (Lee) Lyon; three brothers and two sisters-in-law: Roman 
(Caroline) Decker; George (Anna) Decker; and Edwin Decker; four brothers-in-law 
and two sisters-in-law: Francis Hartman; Tony Hartman; Clarence Hartman; John 
Hartman; Ruth Hartman; and Pearl Hartman. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 29, 2008, at St. 
Michael Catholic Church in Whitelaw. The Rev. Dave Zimmerman will celebrate the 
Mass of Christian Burial. Burial will follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call on Friday from 5 until 8 p.m. at the Reinbold & 
Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Kellnersville, and again on Saturday at the church 
from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. on 
Friday. 
The family would like to extend a thank you to Dr. (private) and the staff of the 
Manitowoc County Health Care Center for their excellent care and compassion shown 
to Mom. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 27, 2008 
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(13 Sep 1921/25 Mar 2008/SSDI) 


KATIE JO HASTREITER

Katie Jo Hastreiter, age 19, a Manitowoc resident, died Monday, April 3, 2000, 
at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Appleton, as the result of an automobile accident.
Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 6, 2000, at St. Boniface 
Catholic Church, 1001 Marshall St., Manitowoc. Rev. John Puodziunas, O.F.M. will 
officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial with burial at Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Katie was born September 23, 1980, at Manitowoc, daughter of John Hastreiter and 
Kim Kastreiter-Graves. She grew up and attended St. Francis Xavier Grade School, 
St. Francis Cabrini Middle School and a 1999 graduate of Roncalli High School. 
While attending Roncalli, she was senior class officer, Homecoming Queen in 1998, 
and a member of Lasallian Youth Club for four years, Roncalli Band, three years, 
and Cheerleader/Poms Squad. She was a member of the Roncalli Volleyball team, 
Freshman year. Katie was currently attending University of Wisconsin-Manitowoc, 
and employed at Coops. Katie enjoyed dancing, her cat, Cleo, Going to the cottage, 
her collection of Stuffed pigs and loved movies. Katie had a radiant smile that 
brightened every room.
Survivors include her father, John Hastreiter, Manitowoc, her mother, Kim Hastreiter-
Graves, Two Rivers, and her husband, Joe Graves; her brother, Jason; maternal 
grandmother, Grace Hartman, Branch; paternal grandmother, Mary Hastreiter, Cato; 
aunts and uncles include, her Godparents, Roger and Sue Hartman and their children, 
Amy, Brad and Brenan Joy, Jody and Todd Backes and their children, Taylor Brook and 
Chandler; Terry and Gay Hartman and their children, Heather and Bianca; Sharon and 
Wayne Stelzer and their children, John and Nicole Stelzer and their son Gabe, Jill 
Stelzer and her friend, Scott Zak; Sue Traeger and Tom Gintner and their children, 
Michael Traeger and his son Matthew, Julie and Jeff Pearson; Robert and Susie 
Hastreiter and their children, Scott and Steve Hastreiter; Don and Shirley Hastreiter 
and their children, Terri, Brad and Michael Hastreiter. Special friends, Jenny 
Muchowski and Nathan Malek, and many other friends. She was preceded in death by her 
maternal grandfather, Alois Hartman; paternal grandfather, Herbert Hastreiter.
Relatives and friends may call at Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc 
from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday and at St. Boniface Catholic Church, on Thursday from 
9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 10:30 a.m. A prayer service will beheld at 
8 p.m. Wednesday led by Father John.
Katie’s radiant smile, her caring spirit, her love for children and neat personality 
will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Special thanks to father John, the 
Calumet and Outagamie County Sheriffs departments and to the staff at the Emergency 
Room and Pastoral Care at St. Elizabeth Hospital.
Herald Times Reporter, April 4, 2000  P. A2
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(Katie Hastreiter/Grand-daughter of Alois and Grace Hartman)


CHAD HECKER

Chad R. ""Oppie"" Hecker, age 22, of 7027 N. Union Road, Manitowoc, entered 
eternal rest late Saturday evening, Aug. 5, 2006, surrounded by his family and 
many friends at the family residence. 
Funeral services will be held 10:15 a.m. Saturday at the Harrigan Parkside 
Funeral Home and 11 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo. The Mass of Christian 
Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Daniel Felton with burial to follow at 
Branch Evergreen Cemetery, town of Manitowoc Rapids. 
Chad was born Jan. 8, 1984, in Manitowoc. He was the son of David V. and Theresa A. 
Tulachka Hecker. David was a graduate of Lincoln High School with the class of 2002. 
He was employed with Spancrete, Inc. of Valders until the present time. He enjoyed 
hunting, camping, fishing, trap shooting and also following the Milwaukee Brewers. 
Chad also had a great interest in farming and agriculture and a special interest in 
spending time with his nephew, Ethan. Chad was a member of St. Francis of Assisi, 
the Branch Fire Department and Branch First Responders of which he was president, 
he was a member of the board of directors of the Branch Fire and Rescue, a member 
of the Schmidt's Horseshoeing Monday night summer trap shooting league in Whitelaw, 
and also the Clarks Mills winter trap shooting league shooting with the Spancrete 
Team. 
Chad is survived by his parents: David and Theresa Hecker; one brother: Scott Hecker 
and special friend: Nicole Heller, Manitowoc; two sisters: Shelley Hecker, Two Rivers; 
Tina Hecker and special friend Jeff Petersen, Manitowoc; significant other: Heather 
Windus, Manitowoc; paternal grandmother: Loretta Hecker, Manitowoc; one nephew: Ethan 
Hecker; aunts and uncles to include: Joanne (Carl) Taylor, Arkansas; David Tulachka, 
Kewaunee; Mary Ann (Rick) Klabunde, Two Rivers; Edward Tulachka, Kewaunee; Mark 
(Christy) Tulachka, Two Creeks; Robert Tulachka, Tisch Mills; Paul (Sandy) Tulachka, 
Tisch Mills; Barbara (Amos) Schleis, Norman; Jean Derenne, Mishicot; Betsy Tulacha, 
Francis Creek; many cousins and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his 
paternal grandfather: Earl Hecker; maternal grandparents: George and Bernice Tulachka; 
one uncle: Arthur Tulachka. 
Relatives and friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Friday from 
4 to 8 p.m. with a prayer service to be held at 7 p.m. lead by Deacon Paul Kieffer 
followed by a memorial video tribute. Relatives and friends may also call at the 
funeral home on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 10:15. In lieu 
flowers the family requests memorials be directed to a memorial fund being established 
in Chad's name. 
Herald Times Reporter, August 2006


JEFFREY J. HERRMANN

Jeffrey J. Herrmann, age 33, of 5807 Sampe Road, Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon 
January 4, 1993, at Calumet Memorial Medical Center, Chilton, as a result of a 
snowmobile accident on Cedar Lake Saturday afternoon.
Funeral Services will be 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc. Presiding at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Gerald Foley 
with burial to follow at the Branch Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
He was born on June 28, 1959, at Branch, son of John J. and Margaret Nate Herrmann. 
He attended Holy Innocents parochial school and graduated from Lincoln High School 
with the Class of 1977. He was presently employed at Consumers Inc., Manitowoc as a 
steel fabricator-welder for 12 years. He was formerly employed at Vinton Construction 
for two years. He married the former Shelley Gintner on July 9, 1988, at St. Joseph's 
Catholic Church, Kellnersville. He was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church. 
He was a former member of the Branch Fire Department, a former member of the Eastern 
Wisconsin Stock Car Association of Plymouth, a former member of the Fox River Racing 
Association of Kaukauna, a former member of the Mid-America Drag Racing Group of Rice 
Lake. He was a present board member of the Branch Area Firefighters Park, and a member 
of the Chargers Snowmobile Club of Appleton.
Survivors include his wife, Shelley; two sons, Jeffrey and Jacob; his parents, John J. 
and Margaret Herrmann, Branch; two brothers and sisters-in-law, David and Susan Herrmann, 
Reifs Mills, Gregory and Shelli Herrmann, Branch; one sister and brother-in-law, Maureen 
and Jeffrey Feldt, Holland, Mich.; his mother-in-law, Donna and Lee Halverson, rural 
Manitwooc; his father-in-law, Louis Gintner, Argonne, Wis.; brothers-in-law and sisters-
in-law, Daniel Gintner, Manitowoc, Thomas Gintner and special friend Susan Traeger, Reifs 
Mills, Jane Baumann, Two Rivers, Randy and Lori Gintner, Branch, Chris and Diane Gintner, 
Branch, special grandmother, Viola Parizek, rural Whitelaw. Also surviving are aunts, 
uncles, neices (sic), nephews, cousins and many friends.
Friends may call at the Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, from 4-9 p.m. on Wednesday and 
at the Holy Innocents Catholic Church from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m on Thursday. A Prayer 
Service will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Funeral Home lead by Deacon Al Boeldt.
Herald Times Reporter, January 5, 1993 P. A2


JOHN HERRMANN

Mr. John J. (Jack) Herrmann, age 84, of 7526 Homestead Rd., Manitowoc (Branch), 
died late Saturday afternoon, November 11, 2000, at Holy Family Memorial Medical 
Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 15, 2000, at Holy 
Innocents Catholic Church. Rev. Gerald Foley will celebrate the Mass of Christian 
Burial with burial to follow at the Branch Evergreen Cemetery with Military Rites 
conducted by Kubale-O'Connell V.F.W. Post 36179 of Cato.
Mr. Hermann was born July 25, 1916, in the town of Kossuth, son of the late Charles 
and Frances Steeber Herrmann. He attended school in the town of Kossuth. Jack was 
United States Army Veteran serving during World War II in the South Pacific from 
April 21, 1941 until September 26, 1945. On June 7, 1947, he was married to the 
former Margaret K. Nate at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Maple Grove. Jack was an 
Insurance Agent for Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company in Manitowoc 
retiring in 1988. He was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church, a member and 
past board member of the Branch Area Recreation Association, Kubale-O'Connell V.F.W. 
Post #6179 of Cato, and a former member of the Lakeshore Beagle Club. Jack was an 
avid hunter and fisherman, he enjoyed baseball and area stock car racing.
Survivors include his wife, Margaret, Branch; two sons and three daughters-in-law, 
David (Susan) Herrmann, Reifs Mills, Gregory (Michelle) Herrmann, Branch, Shelley 
Herrmann, Branch; one daughter and son-in-law, Maureen (Jeffrey) Feldt, Traverse 
City, Mich.; five grandchildren, Jennifer and Jessica Herrmann, Jacob Herrmann, 
Alysia and Megan Feldt; one step grandson, Jeff Gintner; two brothers and sisters-
in-law, Victor Herrmann, Whitelaw, Leonard (Marie) Herrmann, Manitowoc, Alice 
Herrmann, Manitowoc; one sister and brother-in-law, Geneva (Roland) Karbon, Manitowoc; 
two brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law, Charles (Marion) Nate, Maple Grove, James 
Nate, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relative and friends also survive. He was 
preceded in death by one son, Jeffrey Herrmann; three brothers, Clarence Herrman, 
Charles Herrmann, and Joe Herrmann and one sister, Regina Vraney.
Relatives and friends may call (TONIGHT) Tuesday, at the Reinbold and Pfeffer Family 
Funeral Home, Kellnersville from 4-8 p.m. and on Wednesday at Holy Innocents Catholic 
Church from 10 a.m. until the time of service. There will be a parish prayer 
service at 7:30 p.m. led by Deacon Paul Kiefer.
Memorials would be appreciated for the Branch Area Recreation Association.
Herald Times Reporter, November 14, 2000  P. A2


MARIAH MICHELLE HOFFMAN

Mariah Michelle Hoffman, infant daughter of Steven and Michelle Hoffman, of 8426 
Borgwardt Lane, Manitowoc, was born and died on Tuesday, March 12, 1996, at Two 
Rivers Community Hospital.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be privately held for the family at 11 a.m. on 
Friday, March 15, 1996, at Holy Innocents Catholic Chruch. Rev. David Flanagan 
will officiate with burial in Branch Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
Survivors include her parents, Steven A. and Michelle (Hansen) Hoffman, Manitowoc; 
two sisters, Megan and Holly at home; maternal grandparents, James and Kay Hansen, 
Lindenhurst, Ill; paternal grandparents, Alan and Katherine Hoffman, New London, 
Wis.; maternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Leona Hansen, Lindenhurst, Ill. and Mrs. 
Violet Kilcoyne, Deerfield, Ill.; paternal great-grandparents, Frank and Dorothy 
Hoffman, Aniwa, Wis.; aunts, uncles, along with other relatives. She was preceded 
in death by an uncle, John Hansen, July 31, 1987.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 13, 1996 P. A2


PAUL HUTTERER

Paul P. Hutterer, age 85, of 4112 Village Dr., Branch, died Friday, October 23, 
1998, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 26, 1998, at 
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville. Sr. Marlene Greatens will 
officiate with burial to follow in the Branch Evergreen Cenetery (sic).
He was born June 21, 1913, in the township of Kossuth, Manitowoc County, son of 
the late John and Anna Goedert Hutterer. Paul grew up in the township of Kossuth 
and graduated from Palm Grove Grade School. He was married to Verienna Mae Siebert 
on October 3, 1936, at Manitowoc. He farmed in Branch most of his life,and also 
worked at Weyerhaeuser Company, Manitowoc, from 1943 until his retirement in 1976. 
Paul was a loving husband, enjoying his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed 
dairy farming and working at Weyerhaeuser Company.
Survivors included his wife, Verienna, one son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Deborah 
Hutterer Jr., rural Kellnersville; one daughter and son-in-law, Darlene and Ronald 
Kaderabek, Branch; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Jerome and Anna Hutterer, 
Rockwood, John and Anna Hutterer, Francis Creek, and Clarence Hutterer, rural Francis 
Creek; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Ray and Veronica Siebert, Manitowoc; 16 
grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews other relatives and friends 
also survive. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Joseph, Raymond, and Lester; 
brother-in-law, and sisters-in-law, Alvin and Agnes Siebert and Dorothy and Alice 
Hutterer.
Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral  Home, 
Kellnersville, from 4-8 p.m. on Sunday, and Monday from 8:30 a.m. until the time 
of services at 10:30 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, October 25, 1998 P. A2
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(Paul P Hutterer/21 Jun 1913/23 Oct 1998/SSDI)


VERIENNA HUTTERER

Verienna M. Hutterer, age 91, of 4112 Village Drive, Whitelaw, died Saturday, 
Oct. 24, 2009, at the Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center.
Verienna was born Jan. 14, 1918, daughter of the late Richard and Addie Preston 
Siebert. On Oct. 3, 1936, she married Paul Hutterer Sr. in Manitowoc. He 
preceded her in death Oct. 23, 1998. Verienna was very proud of the 
accomplishments of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She 
loved farming, her cattle and the outdoors.
Verienna is survived by one son and daughter-in-law: Paul and Debbie Hutterer, 
Whitelaw; one daughter and son-in-law: Darlene and Ronald Kaderabek, Branch; 
16 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; one 
sister-in-law: Veronica Siebert, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives 
and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: 
Paul; two grandchildren; one sister: Marcella Siebert; two brothers and one 
sister-in-law: Alvin (Agnes) Siebert and Raymond Siebert; six brothers-in-law, 
four sisters-in-law and one niece.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009, at the 
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville. Rev. Richard Runge will 
officiate. Relatives and friends may call from 9 a.m. on Thursday until the 
time of services at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery.
The family would like to thank Dr. Glenn Smith, nurses and staff of Aurora 
Medical Center of Manitowoc County, and also the nurses and staff of Manitowoc 
Health & Rehabilitation Center for the special care that mom received.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 26, 2009
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(She was a Siebert-great-granddaughter of the Klemmes./from researcher)
(14 Jan 1918/24 Oct 2009/SSDI)


FAY JEFFERSON

Faye Jefferson, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. (private) Jefferson of Branch, 
died at birth last night at the Holy Family hospital.
Private funeral services were held today at the Pfeffer funeral home with burial 
in the Branch cemetery.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 18, 1950 P. 2


JOELLEN ROSE JENSEN

Joellen Rose Jensen was born and died March 17, 1986 at Sheboygan Memorial 
Hospital. Private family services will be held with burial to follow at Branch 
Cemetery.
Joellen is survived by a sister, Lelah May, her parents, Ronald and Judith 
(Holmes) Jensen, her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James P. Jensen, Sr., 
of Lodi, Wis., maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Warren E. Holmes of Manitowoc 
and her maternal great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Dill of Pembine, Wis., 
aunts, uncles and cousins.
Ballhorn Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., March 18, 1986 


ADOLPH KADERABEK

Report from Milwaukee concerning the death there last week of Adolph Kaderabeck 
of Branch following a boxing or sparring match and its investigation by the 
police. The body was shipped to his home for burial.
Der Nord Westen, 24 Sept. 1908 
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DEATH WAS ACCIDENTAL
Adolph Kaderabek, aged 23 years, a blacksmith of Neshoto, who went to Milwaukee 
some time ago to take lessons in boxing with a view to becoming a prize fighter, 
died suddenly last Thursday night after boxing in Larkin's Gymnasium, Fifth and 
Grand avenue. He was a native of this county and a young man of good character. 
He was employed as a blacksmith at Neshoto where a brother of his resides.
An inquest was held and a verdict of accidental death was given by a jury Monday 
morning.
The testimony of Dr. Wilhelm F. Becker, who made the post mortem examination, and 
that of Robert Moha, 875 Bremen street, who had boxed two rounds with Kaderabek, 
was the most important at the inquest.
From the physicians testimony it was ascertained that the skull fracture found on 
Kaderabek's head was due to the impact of some object not over two inches in 
diameter, exerted against the skull. The two front lobes of the brain were deeply 
contused. Moha's testimony to the effect that he boxed two one minute rounds with 
the blacksmith made a favorable impression upon the jury. He said that he never hit 
the man directly, only tapped him with his open glove.
After the bout Kaderabek is said to have been exhausted, but nevertheless went 
through strenuous exercise at the apparatus. Following this he walked into the 
bathroom where five minutes later Moha found him half seated with his head against 
the door.
He called for help and Dr. Heffon was called. Kaderabek was sent to the hospital 
where he died. The wound on Kaderabek's head is believed to have been caused by a 
fall against one of the iron feet of the bathtub.
The police have discontinued the investigation and no one will be held for the 
man's death.
Manitowoc Pilot, September 24, 1908
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Notes From Branch
On Thursday of last week Mr. Adolph Kaderabek, a well known young man of Branch, 
died at Milwaukee, death being caused by falling in a room striking some object with 
his head and thereby fracturing his skull. The remains were bought here on Monday 
evening. The funeral took place on Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment was at 
Evergreen cemetery at Branch. Deceased was 21 years of age at the time of his death. 
He leaves his parents, four brothers and two sisters to mourn his untimely death. 
The grief stricken family have the sympathy of the community in their sad affliction.
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Mr. and Mrs. Mlada of Cadott were here to attend the funeral of their brother, Adolph 
Kaderabek.
Manitowoc Pilot, September 24, 1908
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AMBITION LURED HIM TO DEATH
Adolph Kaderabek, Shoto, Died in Prize Ring at Milwaukee Thursday
WANTED TO GAIN NAME AS A PRIZE FIGHTER
Adolph Kaderabek, a Neshoto blacksmith who aspired to fame in the prize ring was 
lured to his death by the ambition, Kaderabek being overtaken by sudden death at 
Milwaukee Thursday night following his appearance at the Larkin gymnasium, 432 
Grand Avenue, in exhibition boxing bouts, Kaderabek dying at the emergency hospital 
five hours after falling to the floor unconscious in the gymnasium after a two 
round sparring match. Relatives here will arrange to have the body brought here 
for burial.
Kaderabek, who was 23 years of age, gained some notoriety here last winter when 
he participated in a fight at Neshoto and from that time he was fired with an 
ambition to enter the ring as a professional and despite the protests of family 
and friends, he left here to follow the ring and was at Milwaukee with a view to 
training. Kaderabek, according to Milwaukee reports, applied at the Larkin gym to 
train on Wednesday and it was as result encounters at the gym that his death 
resulted from weak heart and long standing kidney trouble, say physicians.
On occasion of his visit to the Larkin gym Wednesday, Kaderabek participated in 
several boxing bouts and when he left the place was completely exhausted. He 
returned Thursday afternoon and insisted on engaging in other encounters and after 
two rounds of boxing with Robt. Moore, a mechanic, had to quit because of weakness. 
Kaderabek was about to leave the gym when he fell to the floor unconscious. He was 
rushed to the hospital and five hours later his death occurred. An inquest was 
called for today.
Kaderabek, who was a native of the county, had been employed as a blacksmith at 
Neshoto where a brother also resides and was a young man of good character. He 
became interested in sports and determined to become a prize fighter and though 
relatives and friends sought to dissuade him he insisted upon going to Milwaukee 
or Chicago to take lessons and it was this which led to his death. Local police 
authorities received the first news of Kaderabek's death in dispatches asking 
that relatives be located.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., Sept. 18, 1908
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DEATH DUE TO SKULL FRACTURE
Port Mortem Shows Need of Inquiry into Death of Kaderabek
"Death due to fracture of the skull", is a report of physicians who made the 
examination in the post mortem over the body of Adolph Kaderabek, the Manitowoc 
man who died suddenly at Milwaukee, Thursday and as a result the police will 
conduct an investigation into the case. An inquest will be held and the death 
of Kaderabek will be subject of searching inquiry.
Kaderabek, who was at Milwaukee seeking to enter a gymnasium to train as prize 
fighter, died after a boxing match at the Larkin gymnasium, 342 Grand Ae., and 
it was said in the first reports that death was due to weak heart and exhaustion. 
The post mortem however, reveals that there was a fracture of the skull and it 
is possible that death may have resulted from the encounters in which he engaged 
at the gym. Another theory advanced at Milwaukee, is that Kaderabek struck his 
head when he fell to the floor when leaving the place and the injury may have 
resulted from that. Relatives have communicated with the authorities at Milwaukee 
to ask an investigation and the body will then be brought here for burial. 
Kaderabek is survived by his aged parents and four brothers and two sisters. 
Anton Kaderabek of Branch, a brother, is at Milwaukee to accompany the body here.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., Sept. 18, 1908
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DEATH WAS ACCIDENTAL
Coroner's Jury So Decides With Regard to Adolph Kaderabek
Verdict of accidental death has been given by a coroner's jury at Milwaukee, 
ordered to look into the manner in which the Shoto blacksmith came to his death 
in Larken's gymnasium at that city and sensational reports that Kaderabek had 
been foully dealt with are thus shown to be untrue. The jury found that the front 
lobes of the brain that were contused as a result of the fracture of the skull 
were probably caused by the fall of the boxer against some sharp object such as 
the rim of the bathtub in which the man was found nearly dead a few minutes after 
the boxing bout with Robert Moha. The testimony shows that though Kaderabek was 
exhausted from other exertions in the gym, that he persisted in boxing two rounds 
with Moha after which he could hardly make his way to the bathroom.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., Sept. 22, 1908

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IN PROBATE-Manitowoc County Court.
In the Matter of the Estate of Adolph Kaderabek, deceased.
Notice To Creditors:
Letters of administration on said Estate having been issued to Frank Kaderabek on the 24th day of September A.D. 1908, and six months from and after said day being allowed and limited for creditors to present their claims, of which notice is hereby given, and further that the undersigned will, on the 30th day of March 1909 at 10 o'clock A.M. of said day at the Probate Office in the City of Manitowoc, in said County, examine and adjust all such claims and demands so presented and filed.
Dated September 24, 1908.
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, October 15, 1908 P. 4

ALOIS KADERABEK

Mr. Alois Kaderabek, 69, of 7501 Homestead Road, Whitelaw, died Monday, 
September 29, 1986 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services 
will be 11 am Friday at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Richard 
Klingeisen will officiate with burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery, 
Town of Manitowoc Rapids.
Mr. Kaderabek was born March 26, 1917, Town of Manitowoc Rapids, Wisconsin, son 
of the late Charles and Erma Shimek Kaderabek. Mr. Kaderabek was employed by 
Mirro Corporation for several years, retiring in 1983. He married the former 
Marie Schmitz on January 4, 1941 at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
She preceded him in death August 5, 1986.
Survivors include three sons and a daughter-in-law, Dan Kaderabek of Branch, 
Alan and Doris Kaderabek of Manitowoc and Gerald Kaderabek of Branch; three 
daughters and sons-in-law, Betty and Gerald Pollen of Greenfield, Wisconsin, 
Anna Marie and Roger Pro of San Antonio, Texas and Darlene and Barry Erickson 
of Houston, Texas; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Otto and Helen Kaderabek of 
Manitowoc and John and Ann Kaderabek of Manitowoc; four sisters and brothers-in-
law, Leona and Herbert Kasten of Manitowoc, Apoline andVictor Hablewitz of 
Manitowoc, Ruth and Benno Steuer of Manitowoc and Gene and John Kane of Manitowoc 
and 13 grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by two brothers, 
Charles Kaderabek and Eugene Kaderabek and two sisters, Laura Lex and Ludmilla 
Kaderabek.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral home, Manitowoc, from 4 pm to 8 
pm Thursday and Friday from 9 am until the hour of service. A prayer service 
will be held at 7:30 pm Thursday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Oct. 1, 1986
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(26 Mar 1917/Sep 1986/SSDI) 


ANNA KADERABEK

Mrs. Kadarabek (sic) Called by Death 
Death came Saturday night to Mrs. Anna Kadarabek, wife of Frank Kadarabek, 
who passed away at her home at Branch. Mrs. Kadarabek was born in Bohemia 
sixty-six years ago and was well known in the community of Branch here she 
had resided for some time. The funeral will be held at the home Tuesday 
afternoon at 2 o’clock.
Manitowoc Herald News, August 20, 1923  P.15


CHARLES J. KADERABEK

Charles J. Kaderabek, 94, a lifelong resident of Union Road and Highway 10, 
Manitowoc Rapids, died Saturday evening in Manitowoc Health Care Center, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. William Schultz will officiate and burial will be in Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. Kaderabek was born July 22, 1884, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of 
the late Frank and Anna Petska Kaderabek Sr. He was educated in Town of 
Manitowoc Rapids and farmed in the township for many years. He married Erma 
Shimek May 19, 1908. Mr. and Mrs. Kaderabek celebrated their 66th wedding 
anniversary in May of 1974. Mrs. Kaderabek preceded him in death Nov. 4, 1974. 
He was a member of Branch Evergreen Cemetery Association since its inception 
and had been treasurer of Branch Grade School Board for many years.
Survivors include five sons, Charles Jr., Alois, Otto and John C. of Manitowoc 
and Eugene of Seabrook, Md., four daughters, Mrs. Herbert (Leona) Kasten, Mrs. 
Victor (Apoline) Hablewitz, Mrs. Beno (Ruth Ann) Steuer and Mrs. John (Gene) 
Kane of Manitowoc; 32 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren. Two daughters, 
Ludmilla and Mrs. Laura Lex, a son-in-law, R.W. Zunker, and nine brothers and 
sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Parkside Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday. Memorials 
may be made to Branch Evergreen Cemetery Association.
Herald Times Reporter, February 5, 1979 P. 3
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(22 Jul 1883/Feb 1979/SSDI)
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Charles J. Kaderabek and Miss Irma(sic) Shimek, both of Branch, were married 
today, Judge Chloupek officiating at the ceremony. The young couple are well 
and favorably known and have the well wishes of a host of friends.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., May 19, 1908


ERMA KADERABEK

Mrs. Erma Kaderabek, 85, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, died Monday evening 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Schneider-
Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. William A. Schultz will 
officiate and burial will be in Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Kaderabek, nee Erma Shimek, was born April 16, 1889, at Manitowoc 
Rapids, daughter of the late Louis and Apolina Benishek Shimek. She 
was educated in Manitowoc County schools. She was married to Charles J. 
Kaderabek Sr., May 19, 1908, at Manitowoc Rapids. They celebrated their 
66th wedding anniversary May 19, 1974. She was a charter member of 
Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and an honorary member of Manitowoc County 
Homemaker’s Club.
Survivors include her husband, five sons, Charles Jr., Alois, Otto and 
John C., of Manitowoc and Eugene of Seabrook, Md; Four daughters, Mrs. 
R. W. (Leona) Zunker, Mrs. Victor (Apoline) Hablewitz, Mrs. Benno 
(Ruth Ann) Steuer and Mrs. John (Gene) Kane, of Manitowoc; 32 grand-
children and 31 great grandchildren. Two daughters, Ludmilla and Laura, 
three brothers and a sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home from 3 to 9 p.m. 
Wednesday. Memorials may be made to Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. 
Manitowoc Herald-Times, 5 Nov 1974
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(Apr 16, 1889/Nov 1974/SSDI)
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Charles J. Kaderabek and Miss Irma(sic) Shimek, both of Branch, were married 
today, Judge Chloupek officiating at the ceremony. The young couple are well 
and favorably known and have the well wishes of a host of friends.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., May 19, 1908


FRANK KADERABEK

The end of the old year marked the passing of Frank Kaderabek, pioneer well 
driller and farmer of the county, who died Saturday night at the home in Branch, 
where he had been living a retired life for the last ten years. He was 84 years 
of age. 
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the home in Branch. 
The deceased was born in Bohemia in 1849 and came to this county with his parents 
when a small boy. He grew up here and took up farming and later engaged in the 
well drilling business. He was twice married, to his first wife, now deceased, 
63 years ago. He was married again to Miss Mary Ninovsky who survives with three 
sons, Anton and Charles of Branch and Frank Jr. of Manitowoc Rapids, a brother, 
Joseph of this city and 28 grandchildren. There are also seven great grandchildren. 
For a number of years Mr. Kaderabek resided on a farm at Five Corners, east of 
Branch, but of late years had been making his home in the village.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 3, 1933 p.13
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KADERABEK, Frank—Pioneer of Branch died Saturday night at home in village at 
age of 84. Born in Bohemia in 1849 and came here when youth and was engaged 
for years as well driller and farmer, retiring ten years ago. Survived by 
widow, three sons and brother. Funeral Wednesday at two p.m. from home in 
Branch.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 3, 1933  P. 13 
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(Entry in record of St. John's United Ch. of Christ, Manitowoc)


GENE A. KADERABEK

Gene A. Kaderabek, age 40, of 4320 Village Drive, Whitelaw, died Friday, April 8, 
2011, at Theda Clark Regional Medical Center, Neenah.
Gene was born Oct. 7, 1970, in Manitowoc, son of Ronald and Darlene (Hutterer) 
Kaderabek. Gene was employed at the Holiday House and Ansay & Associates in 
Manitowoc. He was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Special Olympics and 
the Packerland Vintage Club.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Gene was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparetns; and twin 
brother and sister, Karen and Kevin.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 12, 2011, at St. Francis 
of Assisi Parish-Waldo Site. The Rev. Dan Felton will celebrate the Mass of 
Christian Burial. Burial will follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery. Relatives and 
friends may call at the church on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass at 
11 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville, is assisting 
the Kaderabek family with funeral arrangements.
Online condolences may be sent to www.jensreinboldpfeffer.com.
The Kaderabek family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff of Holy 
Family Memorial Medical Center, Theda Clark Regional Medical Center, the crew of 
Theda Star, and Chaplain Mark for all the care and compassion given to Gene and 
our entire family.
Herald Times Reporter, April 11, 2011


HELENA KADERABEK

Miss Helen Kadubek (sic) passed away at the home of Nic. Bruehl at Sherwood 
during the supper hour Tuesday evening at the age of 22 years and 11 mo. 
Diabetes was the cause of her demise. 
The deceased had been visiting with Mary and Nick Bruehl the past few weeks, 
her home being in Branch, Manitowoc County. She attended the moving picture 
show here Sunday evening with the Bruehls. On Monday she was suddenly taken 
ill and lived but one day. 
The remains were sent to Branch Tuesday noon on the Soo Line.
Hilbert Favorite – September 10, 1914
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Mr. and Mrs. Anton Mlada of Cadott, Wis., have arrived to attend the funeral 
of the latter’s sister, Miss Helen Kaderabek, which takes place at the Branch 
today.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, September 10, 1914  P. 2


JOSEF KADERABEK

Notes From Branch:
Jos. Kaderabek, a well known young man of Branch passed away recently 
at the home of his brother Charles. His death was due to diabetes, 
from which he suffered for the past year. Deceased was 18 years of age. 
He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kaderabek, two sisters, 
Mrs. Mlada of Cadott, Wis., Miss Helen of Branch and three brothers, 
Anton, Charles and Frank, Jr., all of Branch. Interment was at the Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Nespor of Manitowoc officiated.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, March 7, 1912  pg. 8
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Notes From Branch:
Mrs. Mlada of Cadott, Wis., who had been here to attend the funeral of 
her brother, the late Jos. Kaderabek, returned to her home on Saturday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, March 7, 1912  pg. 8


KLARA KADERABEK

Death in Branch on Sun. of a 4-yr. old daughter of A. Kaderabik after a 
long illness. The funeral was conducted Tues.
Der Nord Westen, 31 Jan. 1901
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Branch:
The four-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kaderabek died last Sunday. 
Her remains were taken to the village cemetery for burial.
Manitowoc Pilot, January 31, 1901 p.8
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Clara Kaderabik
birth: 20 September 1896 Manitowoc Rapids, Man. Co.
death: 26 January 1901 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Branch, Wis.
residence: 1901 Manitowoc Rapids, Manitowoc Co.
father: Frank Kaderabik
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


MARIE A. KADERABEK

Mrs. Alois (Marie A.)Kaderabek, 68, of 7501 Homestead Road, Branch, Wisconsin, 
died Tuesday, August 5, 1986 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral 
services will be 9:15 am Friday at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and 10 am at 
St. Michael Catholic Church, Whitelaw. the Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by Rev. Alois Pimeskern with burial to follow at Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery, Branch, Wisconsin.
Mrs. Kaderabek was born July 27, 1918 in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, daughter 
of the late John and Clara Massmann Schmitz. She married Alois Kaderabek on 
January 4, 1941 at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mrs. Kaderabek was 
a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, Whitelaw.
Survivors include her husband, Alois; three sons and a daughter-in-law, Dan 
Kaderabek of Branch, Alan and Doris Kaderabek of Manitowoc and Gerald Kaderabek 
of Branch; three daughters and sons-in-law, Betty and Gerald Pollen of Greenfield, 
Wisconsin, Anne Marie and roger Pro of San Antonio, Texas and Darlene and Barry 
Erickson of Houston, Texas; a brother and a sister-in-law, Elmer and Audrey 
Schmitz of Manitowoc; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Bernice Wagner of 
Manitowoc and Dorothy and Raymond Fierst of Francis Creek; 13 grandchildren and 
other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by a sister, 
Josephine Lundt.
Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 pm to 9 pm 
Thursday afternoon. A prayer service will be held at 7 pm Thursday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Aug. 6, 1986 page 20
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(27 Jul 1918/Aug 1986/SSDI)


MARY KADERABEK

Mrs. Mary Kaderabek, 83, died this morning at the Holy Family hospital after 
an illness of three months.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek 
and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss of St. John’s Evangelical 
church officiating. Burial will be in the Evergreen cemetery at Branch. The 
body will lie in state from Monday afternoon until the hour of the funeral, 
at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home.
Mrs. Kaderabek was born in Bohemia on May 6, 1859, and came to America with her 
parents when she was 3 years old. The family settled at Lodi. About 47 years ago, 
Mrs. Kaderabek moved to this county. She was married to Frank Kaderabek on 
February 22, 1924. Mr. Kaderabek died seven years ago.
Survivors are three stepsons, Anton, Charles and Frank Kaderabek of Branch; 30 
grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and one half-brother, Joseph Minovsky 
of Chicago.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 11, 1942 P. 4


ADOLPH KARBON

Private funeral services for Adolph Karbon, 76, of 1330A S. 10th St.,
Manitowoc, who died Sunday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc,
will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Bethany Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The
Rev. Robert Sawall will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen
Cemetery.
Mr. Karbon was born Jan. 2, 1892, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the
late Peter and Elizabeth Herdina Karbon. He attended township schools
and was a veteran of World War I. During World War II he was employed
at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., and later at Invincible Metal
Furniture Co. 17 years, retiring in 1960. He was a member of American
Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88.
Survivors are his wife, three daughters, Mrs. Reuben (Geraldine)
Kasbaum and Miss Germaine Karbon, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Richard
(Eunice) Vaughan, of North Fond du Lac, two sons, Gordon, of Milwaukee
and Allen of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, two sisters, Mrs. Adolph Cherney, of
Maribel and Mrs. Mary Kronforst of Mishicot, a brother John, of
Denmark, 12 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Two sisters
and five brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 7 o'clock this
Monday evening.
Memorials may be sent to Bethany Lutheran Church.
Manitowoc Herald Times  March 24, 1968
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(Note: Obit. says he's in Evergreen, but his stone was found here)


ELLA KARBON

Mrs. Ella Karbon, 75, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, died Thursday noon at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at First Reformed United Church 
of Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Crusius will officiate and burial will 
be in Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Karbon, nee Ella Wachholz, was born Oct. 26, 1894, in Town of Kossuth, 
Manitowoc County, daughter of the late William and Clara Steinbrecker Wachholz. 
She was married to Joseph Karbon Jan. 31, 1912, at Branch. They operated a 
tavern at Four Corners for five years and then a cheese factory until 1925. 
Then they operated a farm until he retired in 1958, later moving to Branch. 
Her husband preceded her in death Nov. 28, 1960.
Survivors include five sons, Elmer, Chester and Roland of Manitowoc, Lloyd of 
Rt. 2, Manitowoc, and Melvin of Reedsville; two daughrers, Mrs. Leonard (Mable) 
Gadzinski of Manitowoc, Mrs. Henry (Louella) Barbieur Jr. of Janesville; a 
brother, Edwin, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Anton Pech, of Green Bay; 
26 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Two brothers and a sister 
preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 o'clock 
this Friday afternoon until noon Saturday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 5, 1970


ELMER A. KARBON

Elmer A. Karbon, age 93, of 2350 S. 23rd St., Manitowoc, went to his heavenly 
home on Saturday morning, Nov. 14, 2009, at his residence.
Elmer was born on Feb. 20, 1916, in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of the 
late Joseph and Ella Wachholz Karbon. His family later moved to their home farm 
in the town of Kossuth and he attended Rockwood School. On Sept. 9, 1961, Elmer 
was married to Elaine (Schelthelm) Sprang in Waukegan, Ill. Elmer owned and 
operated the Pheasant Bar in Manitowoc for 25 years and after retirement he 
worked for the Krause's Trucking Co. for many years. Elmer was a great fisherman 
and also loved woodworking. He was a member of Bethany Evangelical Lutheran 
Church.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by his parents: Joseph and Ella Karbon; his father-in-
law and mother-in-law: Adam and Lucille (Fricke) Schelthelm; his beloved grandson: 
Jeremy A. Adkins; one sister and brother-in-law: Luella (Henry) Barbieur; three 
brothers and one sister-in-law: Chester (Ann) Karbon, Melvin Karbon and Lloyd 
Karbon; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Leonard Gadzinski, Richard Roedig, 
Dale (Shirley) Gulseth, Joyce (Edward) York, Germaine (Milton) Diegel and Greg 
Gappa; and three dearly beloved nieces: Beverly Free, Donna Hardrath and Gale 
Hutton.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran Church. The Revs. Robert Kujawski and Stephen Melso will 
officiate with burial to follow in the Branch Evergreen Cemetery. Relatives and 
friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St., 
Manitowoc, on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. and on Thursday at the church from 10 
a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. A memorial fund has been established 
in Elmer's name for the Manitowoc Lutheran High School, Bethany Evangelical 
Lutheran Church or Bethany Lutheran School Library.
A special thank you to Holy Family Memorial Medical Center and Hospice staffs 
for the kind and compassionate care shown to Elmer.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 16, 2009


GERMAINE KARBON

Germaine A. Karbon, age 78, of 2115 Cappaert Road, Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
morning, Oct. 18, 2005, at Harmony of Manitowoc West.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2005, at 
Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3209 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc. The Rev.'s 
Stephen Melso and Robert Kujawski will officiate with burial of her cremated 
remains at Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Germaine was born Oct. 1, 1927, in the town of Manitwooc Rapids, daughter of 
the late Adolph and Verna Knuell Karbon. She was a 1946 graduate of Lincoln 
High School, Manitowoc, and a 1948 graduate of American Beauty College in 
Green Bay. Germaine was employed by Imperial Eastman, retiring in 1991. She 
was a member of Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Manitowoc Senior 
Center. Germaine enjoyed knitting and traveling to the cottage in Eagle River.
"Aunt Suke" is survived by: one brother and sister-in-law: Allen (Dolores) 
Karbon, Manitowoc; one sister: Eunice Karbon, Rhinelander, and her special 
friend: Les Smith; one special cousin: Doris (Ralph) Remiker, Manitowoc; 12 
nieces and nephews: Lynn (Dale) Swetlik, Manitowoc; Gail (George) Carlsonb, 
Waupun; Gary (Sharon) Vaughan, Kimberly; Holly Vaughan, Rhinelander; Suzi 
(Mike) Perron, Sparta; Gordon (Julie) Vaughan, Fond du Lac; Scott Kasbaum, 
Pleasant Prairie; Loretta Karbon, New York, N.Y.; Vernali Vaughan, Jamie 
Vaughan and Jeni Vaughan, all of Rhinelander; David Karbon, Keshena; 12 great 
nieces and great nephews; and other relatives and friends survive.
She was preceded in death by one brother: Gordon Karbon; one sister: Geraldine 
Kasbaum; two sisters-in-law: Marge Karbon and Esther Karbon; two brothers-in-
law: Reuben Kasbaum and Richard Vaughan.
Relatives and friends may call at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church on 
Saturday at the time of service at 11 a.m.
Memorials would be appreciated for Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church.
The Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory of Manitowoc is serving the Karbon 
family.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 20, 2005 p.A3


JEANETTE M. KARBON

Mrs. Norman (Jeannette) M. Karbon, age 80, of 5123 Edgewood Lane Manitowoc, died 
Friday afternoon May 32, 2002 at the Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2002 at The First 
Reformed United Church of Christ. The Rev. Richard Runge will officiate with 
burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Jeannette was born Jan. 10, 1922 at Minnersville, Pa., daughter of the late Irvin 
and Florence Steinman Dixon. She grew up and was a 1940 graduate from Lincoln High 
School in Pottsville, Pa. On Oct. 23, 1945 Jeannette was married to Norman Karbon 
at The First Reformed Church in Pottsville, Pa. After their marriage the couple 
made their home in Manitowoc. She was a member of The First Reformed United Church 
of Christ, The First Reformed United Church of Christ Womens Guild and a former 
member of the Manitowoc Rapids Homemakers.
Survivors include her husband: Norman of Manitowoc; two daughters and one son in 
law: Jean (Tom) Wondrash of Two Rivers; Carol Houston of Seattle, Wash.; four 
grandchildren: Scott (Yvonne) Reindl of Green Bay; Traci (Ron) Witak of Maribel; 
Julia Waschow of Eugene, Ore.; Ryan Waschow of Eugene, Or.; two great grandchildren: 
Kim & Anissa; one brother and sister-in-law: Robert (Marilyn) Dixon of Greenfield, 
Ind.; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends survive. She was preceded in death 
by two sisters: Miriam Sukeena and Betty Hoffmann.
Relatives and friends may call at the Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory on 
Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Wednesday at the church from 10 a.m. until the 
time of services at 11 a.m.
E-mail letter of condolence may be sent to the Karbon family at jrp@lakefield.net.
Herald Times Reporter, June 3, 2002 P. A3


JOSEPH KARBON

Joseph Karbon, 74, of Branch, died Monday noon at home after a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at First Reformed Church, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. Theodore P. Crusius officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Branch.
Mr. Karbon was born April 28, 1886, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late 
Peter and Elizabeth Herdina Karbon. He was a cheesemaker in Manitowoc County 
for 15 years, early in his working life. He then moved to Manitowoc where he 
was employed by Lakeside Packing Co. for 25 years. The 12 years following he 
was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co. until his retirement two years ago.
He married Ella Wacholz Jan. 1, 1912, in the Town of Kossuth. Mr. Karbon is a 
former four-year Town of Kossuth chariman and treasurer. He was also an assessor 
there for five years.
Survivors include his wife; five sons, Elmer and Chester of Manitowoc, Lloyd and 
Melvin of Rt. 2, Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. Leonard Gadzinski of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Henry Barbieur Jr., of Janesville; three brothers, Adolph of Manitowoc, 
John of Denmark and Charles of Kewaunee; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Kronforst of 
Larabee and Mrs. Adolph Cherney of Maribel Caves, and 25 grandchildren.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 1:30 p.m. 
Wednesday until 10:30 a.m. Thursday and at the church until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 29, 1960 P. 5


LLOYD KARBON

Lloyd E. Karbon, age 90, of Manitowoc, went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, 
Sept. 2, 2008, at River's Bend Health & Rehabilitation.
Lloyd was born on Nov. 8, 1917, in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of the 
late Joseph and Ella (Wachholz) Karbon. His family later moved to their home 
farm in the town of Kossuth, and he attended Rockwood School. He became 
employed at Sonnenburg Cheese Factory in Cato and later at Pauly Cheese Company 
in Manitowoc. Lloyd married Elizabeth Bebow on Jan. 22, 1941, at the Friedens 
Evangelical and Reformed Church in Reedsville. He served in the Army Air Force 
from May 1945 to July 1946 in the European Theater. He worked various jobs until 
he began his employment at Consumer Steel Company, from which he retired in 1984. 
Lloyd was a past faithful member of Friedens Church in Reedsville and served in 
many capacities. He was a member of First Reformed United Church of Christ of 
Manitowoc and life member of the VFW Otto Oas Post 659 of Manitowoc. Lloyd liked 
to go deer hunting and fix motors and lawn mowers. He was a volunteer with the 
Branch Fire Department for 33 years. He played county league baseball for many 
years and was a Little League umpire. Lloyd was a good father to his four sons 
and one daughter, and a faithful husband.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife's parents; two brothers and 
two sisters-in-law: Chester (Ann) Karbon; Melvin Karbon; and Virginia De Wein; 
and six brothers-in-law and three sisters-in-law: Elmer (Ethel) Fokett; Milton 
Post; Roman (Ruth) Kletti; Betty Bebow; Earl Jansen; William Bebow; and Leonard 
Gadzinski.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, at St. 
John's United Church of Christ, 1501 Marshall St., Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard 
Runge will officiate, with burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery. 
Military graveside services will be accorded by VFW Otto Oas Post 659 of 
Manitowoc.
Relatives and friends may call at the church from 8:30 a.m. until the time of 
services at 10:30 a.m.
The Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the Karbon family.
A special thank you to all the caregivers and staff of River's Bend Health & 
Rehabilitation Center for the compassionate care shown to Lloyd the past three 
months.
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 4, 2008


MELVIN J. KARBON

Melvin J. Karbon, 67, of 3523 Wagon Wheel Road, Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
early Sunday morning, July 7, at home.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Rockwood Evangelical Lutheran 
Church. The Rev. David Waege will officiate with burial to follow at Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery, Branch, Wisconsin. Military rites will be accorded by VFW 
Post Number 659.
Mr. Karbon was born August 16, 1927, in the Township of Kossuth, Manitowoc 
County, son of the late Joseph and Ella Wacholz Karbon. He grew up and was 
educated in the Rockwood area, living in that area most of his life. Mr. 
Karbon served with the United States Army from March 1948 to April 1950. Mr. 
Karbon was employed at Manitowoc Company since 1964. He was presently 
Supervisor with Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. He married the former Helen M. 
Krejcarek on September 13, 1949, at Waukegan, Illinois. Mr. Karbon was a 
member of Rockwood Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, Helen; two sons and daughters-in-law, Daniel and 
Kay Karbon of Newton, WI and Joseph and Janice Karbon of Manitowoc; three 
daughters and sons-in-law, Suzanne and Tony Reilly of Manitowoc, Kathleen and 
William Groothoff of Virginia and Rosemary and Arthur Komorowski of Manitowoc; 
four brothers, Elmer, Chester, Lloyd and Roland, all of Manitowoc; two sisters, 
Mrs. Mabel Gadzinski of Manitowoc and Mrs. Luella Barbier of Janesville, 
Wisconsin and eight grandchildren also survived. He was preceded in death by 
an infant son.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, State 
Street Chapel, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday at the 
church from noon until the hour of service.
Herald Times Reporter, July 8, 1985 P. 3


MILTON KARBON

Milton "Mickey" Karbon, age 88, of 5405 Homestead Rd. Manitowoc, died Friday, 
March 23, 2012 at his residence.
Mickey was born on January 4, 1924, in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of 
the late George and Mattie (Knuell) Karbon. He farmed most of his life and 
drove a gasoline truck for Texaco for 12 years. Mickey also worked part time 
for Lakeside Packing Co. and hauled milk to Midwest and the Branch Cheese 
Factory. After he retired he worked at the Manitowoc Rapids Recycling Center 
for 20 years.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by his parents: George and Mattie Karbon; two sisters: 
Marilyn and Delores; one brother: Norman; one half brother: Raymond and one 
half sister: Esther.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at the 
First Reformed United Church of Christ, 3613 Waldo Blvd. Manitowoc. Rev. Richard 
Runge will officiate with burial to follow in the Branch Evergreen Cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call at the church on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. until 
the time of services at 11:00 a.m. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home 
of Manitowoc is assisting the Karbon family with funeral arrangements. Online 
condolences may be sent ot (sic) www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com.
Memorial offerings would be appreciated in Mickey's name for the First Reformed 
United Church of Christ.
Herald Times Reporter, March 2012


NORMAN KARBON

Norman Karbon, age 85, of 5123 Edgewood Lane, Manitowoc, died Thursday, July 13, 
2006, at Rivers Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 17, 2006, at First 
Reformed United Church of Christ. The Rev. Richard Runge will officiate with 
burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery with military graveside rites 
accorded by American Legion Drews-Bleser Post 88. 
Norman was born June 3, 1921, in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late 
George and Mattie Knuell Karbon. He was a 1940 graduate of Lincoln High School. 
He served as a Tech IV in the 95th Infantry Division Recon Troop in the U.S. 
Army in World War II from July 9, 1942, until his honorable discharge on Sept. 18, 
1945. He married the former Jeannette M. Dixon on Oct. 23, 1945, in Pottsville, Pa. 
She preceded him in death on May 31, 2002. 
Norman was a hydraulics salesman with the Dan Krall Co. Norman was a member of 
First Reformed United Church of Christ where he served as an usher for many years 
and as part of the church building committee. He also was a member and past 
commander of AMVETS Post 23 of Manitowoc and American Legion Drews-Bleser Post 88 
of Manitowoc. He enjoyed fishing and loved baseball. 
Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law: Jean (Tom) Wondrash, Two Rivers; 
Carol Houston, Seattle, Wash; three grandchildren: Scott (Yvonne) Reindl, Pine 
Grove; Julia Waschow, Portland, Ore.; Ryan Waschow, Las Vegas, Nev.; four step-
grandchildren: Traci (Ron) Witak; Tammy (Kurt) Wiebensohn; Therese (Mark) Kiley; 
Tom Wondrash Jr.; step-great-grandchildren; one brother: Milton ""Micki"" Karbon, 
Manitowoc; one sister: Marilyn Karbon, Manitowoc; one brother-in-law and sister-in-
law: Robert (Marilyn) Dixon, Greenfield, Ind.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his wife: Jeannette; one sister: 
Delores Kattreh; two sisters-in-law: Miriam Sukeena and Betty Hoffman; and two 
brothers-in-law: Burton Kattreh and Ray Sukeena. 
Relatives and friends may call at the Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory, 1122 S. 
8th St., Manitowoc, from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sunday and again on Monday at church from 
10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m
Herald Times Reporter, July 2006


VERNA KARBON

Verna Karbon, age 97, of Rhinelander, died on Sunday, December 10, 2000
at the Taylor Park Nursing Home, Rhinelander.
Cremation will have taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at
a later date, at Bethany Lutheran Church, Manitowoc.
Verna was born February 1, 1903, in Manitowoc Rapids, Wis., daughter of
Charles and Ella (LaCount) Knuell. On February 28, 1921, she married
Adolph Karbon in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on March 24, 1968.
She was employed at Schuette's Bros. Dept. store and Manitowoc County
Hospital and retired in 1970. She enjoyed baking, flowers, and crocheting.
Most of all she ejoyed the time spent at their cottage in Eagle River.
She is survived by two daughters, a son, 12 grandchildren and 15 great-
grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in
death by a daughter and son-in-law, Geraldine and Reuben Kasbaum and a
son and two daughters-in-law, Gordon and Marge and Esther Karbon; four
sisters and a brother.
The Carlson Funeral Home, Rhinelander is in charge of the arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter Thursday, December 14, 2000


FRANK KEISER

SUICIDE OF A VETERAN
On Wednesday evening last in the town of Franklin, Frank Kelser an old man well 
known in that locality killed himself. He deliberately took off his coat and 
vest and placed the muzzle of a gun against his heart, gave the trigger a push 
and in a few minutes was dead.
Frank Keiser was one of the first to volunteer from Manitowoc Co., at the outbreak 
of the war, and served all through it in Co. A. 5th, Wis. Vols. And many of the 
survivors of the old regiment will regret the sad death of “Old Keiser.” He was as 
brave as a lion, a thorough soldier. He was wounded several times and at Winchester 
was tossed up in the air by a solid shot and left for dead on the field. He was 
picked up with broken ribs, lung ruptured and body covered with bruises. He was 
ordered to the General Hospital and was offered his discharge but full of grit and 
true German stubbornness refused to go. He did light duty after that but always was 
in line when there was a battle. After the war he supported himself by working when 
able. A few years ago his old comrades got him a pension.
He had one besetting sin, whiskey. It is said that some time ago, some envious 
busybody took it upon himself to write to the pension department that his pension 
was fraudulent, and after an examination by some skipjack surgeon it was stopped. 
The old man cursed by a blighting appetite, without a relative in the wide word, 
unable longer to work, abandoned by the government he had so bravely fought to 
preserve, in despair put a bullet through his own heart. Perhaps it was the best 
he could do. “Judge not ye, that ye be not judged.” Peace to your ashes old comrade. 
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, June 24, 1884  P.3
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An old soldier, Frank Kaiser, took his own life with a gun on Wed.
evening last week in Franklin. He had been a drummer in Co. A, 5th 
Wisc. Inft., the first company to march from here during the war. 
"The old man had no relatives here and wandered from here to there."
Der Nord Westen, 26 June 1884


ADELAIDE KIEL

MRS. KIEL DIES AT WHITELAW
Mrs. Oscar Kiel Was Ill for Months 
Mrs. Oscar W. Kiel of Whitelaw died at the Holy Family hospital at 7:30 o’clock 
this morning after suffering for several months with a lingering illness. The 
funeral will be held from the First Reformed church with the Rev. O.E. Menke 
officiating. The time of the services will be announced Saturday.
Mrs. Kiel previous to her marriage, was Miss Adelaide Landeau. She was born 
Sept. 28, 1897, at Egg Harbor. She moved to Manitowoc county in 1921 and was 
married to Oscar Kiel Dec. 1, 1925. Since her marriage she had made her home 
on a farm at Whitelaw. She is survived by her husband and three sons, (private).
She was a member of the Ladies Aid society of the Reformed church at Branch of 
which she was a devout member.
Manitowoc Evening Times, August 14, 1931  P. 2


AMANDA KIEL

Mrs. Amanda Kiel, 70, of route 5, Manitwoc died Sunday afternoon at the home 
of her daughter, Mrs. Emil Franz, of route 2, Manitowoc, after a lingering 
illness.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the First Reformed 
church, the Rev. Gilbert Wernecke officiating. Burial will be in the Branch 
cemetery.
Mrs. Kiel, nee Amanda Rahn, was born in Germany in 1867 and came to this country 
at the age of 18. She was married at Manitowoc Rapids in 1890 to Charles Kiel. 
They located on the present homestead farm. Mr. Kiel died a year and a half ago. 
She was a member of the Bethany Ladies society of Branch.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Henry Meyer and Mrs. Emil Franz, both of route 
2, Manitowoc; three sons; Arthur and Oscar, of route 5, and Arno, of route 2, 
Manitowoc; brother, Henry Rahn of route 2, Manitowoc; sister, Mrs. Ida Pleuss, 
city; and 16 grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home until 
10 a.m., Wednesday when it will be moved to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, April 25, 1938   P. 2


ARTHUR KIEL

Funeral services for Arthur Kiel, 72, of Whitelaw, who died Friday at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 2 p.m. Monday at First Reformed UCC, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore Crusius will officiate and burial will be in 
Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
Mr. Kiel was born June 16, 1894, at Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of the 
late Charles and Amanda Rahn Kiel. He married Evelyn Damman Oct. 5, 1934, 
and the couple farmed the homestead farm until he retired in 1961 and moved 
to Whitelaw. 
He is survived by his wife; five sons and two daughters (private); two brothers, 
Oscar of Rt. 1, Whitelaw and Arno of Rt. 2, Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Emil Franz, 
of Rt. 2, Manitowoc, and 11 grandchildren. A sister and two granddaughters 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Sunday until 10 a.m. 
Monday when the casket will be taken to the church and the body lie in state 
until time of service. Memorials to the church building fund may be sent.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, February 4, 1967  P. 2


CHARLES KIEL

KIEL, CHARLES—Age 75. Died Monday night at a Green Bay hospital. Born in Cato 
1861, moved to farm in Manitowoc Rapids. Married Amanda Rahn 189?. Survived by 
widow, two daughters, three sons, sister and brother. Funeral Friday 2 p.m. 
Reformed church, city. Interment Evergreen cemetery, Branch. Body at Wattawa, 
Urbanek and Schlei funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 20, 1936 P. 13


ELROY R. KIEL

Elroy R. Kiel age 78, of 10225 San Road, Whitelaw, died Friday afternoon, 
May 30, 2008, at his daughter's residence. 
Elroy was born June 29, 1929, in the town of Cato, son of the late Oscar and 
Adelatde Kiel. He attended local schools. On Dec. 19, 1952, Elroy was married 
to the former Margaret Czarneski in Brown County. Margaret preceded him in 
death on Nov. 4, 2006. Elroy was a United States Army veteran, serving in Korea. 
Elroy and Margaret farmed in the Whitelaw area for 51 years. Elroy was a member 
of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Kellnersville and in the past was a member of 
the Lakeshore Snowmobile Club. He enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing, hunting and 
polka dancing.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
He was preceded in death by his parents: Oscar (Adelatde) Kiel; his wife: 
Margaret Kiel; one grandson, one great-grandson, two brothers: Oscar Kiel and 
Charlie Kiel; and one special friend: Gary Anschutz.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 3, 2008, at St. Joseph 
Catholic Church in Kellnersville. The Rev. Rallen Stencil will celebrate the Mass 
of Christian Burial with burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery. Kubale-
O'Connell VFW Post No. 6179 of Kellnersville will accord military graveside rites. 
Relatives and friends may call at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Kellnersville on 
Monday from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. 
There will be a parish prayer service on Monday at the church at 7:30 p.m. The 
Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Kellnersville is serving the Kiel family.
Herald Times Reporter, June 1, 2008 
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(29 Jun 1929/30 May 2008/SSDI)


EVELYN KIEL

Evelyn A. Kiel, age 85, formerly of 151 Hoover Street, Whitelaw, died early 
Sunday morning October 15, 2000, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 12 p.m. Tuesday, October 17, 2000, at the First 
Reformed United Church of Christ, 3613 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc. Rev. Richard Runge 
will officiate, with burial to follow at the Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Evelyn was born November 26, 1914, at Manitowoc, Wis., daughter of the late Anton 
and Mary Najemink Damman. She attended school at Shoto. Evelyn married Arthur Kiel 
on October 5, 1934, at Waukegan, Ill. The couple farmed in the town of Manitowoc 
Rapids from 1935 until 1961, when they moved to Whitelaw. Arthur preceded her in 
death on February 3, 1967. Evelyn was a child care provider for many children in 
the Whitelaw area from 1963 until 1990. Evelyn was a member of First Reformed 
United Church of Christ, Whitelaw Senior Citizens, former member of the Branch 
Homemakers and in the past was the exercise leader at the Whispering Pines Apts. 
in Whitelaw.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Laura (Donald) Kleist, Neenah, 
Wis., Mary (Doyle) Meadows, Oakely, Calif.; five sons and daughters-in-law, Henry 
(Arlene) Kiel, Shawano, Wis., Robert (Arlene) Kiel, Green Bay, Daniel (Marjorie) 
Kiel, Whitelaw, Alfred (Lois) Kiel, Whitelaw, Roy (Beth) Kiel, Two Rivers; 23 
grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren; one brother 
and two sisters-in-law, Donald (Bernadette) Damman, Manitowoc and Lila Damman, 
Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Evelyn was 
preceded in death by three brothers, Roland, Anthony and Howard; one sister, Dorothy 
and five grandchildren.
Relatives and friends may call at the First Reformed United Church of Christ, 3613 
Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc on Tuesday, from 10 a.m. until the time of services at 
12 p.m.
Jens Family Funeral Services and Crematory of Manitowoc is serving the family.
A special thank you to the staff of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center for the care 
and comfort Mom received during her stay there.
Herald Times Reporter, October 17, 2000 P. A2
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(Evelyn A Kiel/26 Nov 1914/15 Oct 2000/SSDI)


FRIEDRICH KIEL

Fred Kiel, of the Branch. A young man 26 years of age, son of Wm. Kiel died 
of consumption of the lungs yesterday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, January 9, 1890 P. 3
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Death of Friedrich Kiel on Wed. in Town Manitowoc Rapids after a long illness 
with consumption. The deceased was 26 yrs. 8 mos. and 22 days old. The burial 
was Friday.
Der Nord Westen, 16 Jan. 1890 


HERMAN KIEL

Death on 17 Mar. in Branch of Hermann Kiel of a stroke. He 
leaves a widow and 7 children of whom the youngest is 12. 
Burial was on 20 March.
Der Nord Westen, 09 Apr. 1891
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(First publication April 2, 1891.) No. 37
STATE OF WISCONSIN-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of Herman Kiel, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Louisa Kiel of said county, representing 
among other things that Herman Kiel, late of the town of Franklin, in said county, 
on the 17th day of March, A.D., 1891, at said town, died intestate, leaving goods, 
chattels and estate within this state, and that the said petitioner is the widow 
of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to John Pitz, 
of said county, granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard before this 
court, on Tuesday, the 28th day of April, A.D., 1891, at 10 o'clock A.M. at the 
office of the county judge, in the city of Manitowoc, in said county.
Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased, and 
to all persons interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive 
weeks prior to said day of hearing in the Manitowoc Pilot a weekly newspaper 
published at the city of Manitowoc in said county.
Dated at Manitowoc, Wis., the first day of April A.D., 1891.
By the Court,
Emil Baensch, County Judge.
Schmitz & Kirwan, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, April 16, 1891 P. 4


LOUISE KIEL

Mrs. Louise Kiel, after a brief illness, died at her home in 
Branch Friday, aged 57 years. Deceased is survived by two 
daughters. Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, June 15, 1901, p. 7
*****
After a short illness 57-yr. old Mrs. Louise Kiel died Fri. in Branch. 
She leaves 2 daughters. The funeral was held Sun.
Der Nord Westen, 20 June 1901
*****
Branch:
Died: - Mrs. H. Kiel died last Thursday at the age of 58 years. Some two 
months ago she consulted a doctor in Green Bay, returning soon with 
the hopes of regaining her health. Interment took place last Sunday 
afternoon at the village cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, June 20, 1901 pg. 8


MARGARIET KIEL

Mrs. Elroy (Margaret) M. Kiel, age 86, of 14015 Reif Mills Road, Cato, died 
Saturday, Nov. 4, 2006, at the residence.
The former Margaret Czarneski was born Feb. 22, 1920, in Denmark, daughter of 
the late Joseph and Angeline Kerowicz Czarneski. On Dec. 19, 1952, Margaret 
was married to Elroy Kiel in Brown County. The couple farmed and she enjoyed 
gardening and polka dancing and the animals of the farm, especially chickens, 
ducks and geese. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.
Survivors include her husband: Elroy, of Cato; four sons and daughters-in-law: 
Raymond (Susan) Kiel of Hanover Park, Ill.; Michael (Kathy) Kiel of Whitelaw; 
Joseph (Mary) Kiel of Manitowoc; Anthony (Paula) Kiel of Mishicot; two daughters 
and one son-in-law; Elaine Martin of Green Bay; JoAnn Kiel (Justin Glavin) of 
Cato; 22 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; 17 great-great-grandchildren; 
two brothers and sisters-in-law: Joseph (Mary) Czarneski of Green Bay; Elmer 
(Connie) Czarneski of Denmark; four sisters and two brothers-in-law: Emily 
Kaminski of Green Bay; Florence Ferron of DePere; Dorothy (James) Kobes of Two 
Rivers; Evelyn (Augie) Noss of Crivitz; nieces, nephews, other relatives and 
friends survive.
She as preceded in death by her parents and one grandson.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, 2006, at St. 
Joseph Catholic Church in Kellnersville. The Rev. Rallen Stencil will celebrate 
the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home 
of Kellnersville on Wednesday from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. and on Thursday at the 
church from 9:30 a.m. until he time of services at 10:30 a.m. There will be a 
parish prayer service at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday evening at the funeral home.
The family would like to thank Advantage Hospice of Sheboygan and all who helped 
our family in our hours of need.
Herald Times Reporter, November 6, 2006 P. A3


MATHILDA KIEL

Mrs. William Kiel, 74, (photo), lifelong resident or Reifs Mills, died Monday 
afternoon at the home following a short illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Saur Funeral Home, 
Kellnersville, the Rev. A. C. Fischer officiating, and burial will be in the 
Branch Cemetery.
The former Mathilda Reif was born March 14, 1879, at Reif’s Mills and was married 
in 1897 to William Kiel. The couple settled on a farm nearby, which they operated 
until 13 years ago when they moved to another farm. The couple observed its 55th 
wedding anniversary Oct. 20, 1952.
Survivors include the husband, three daughters, Mrs. George Herzog and Mrs. Melvin 
Fritsch of Manitowoc and Mrs. Paul D. Mangin of Maple Grove; two sons, William Jr., 
at home and Norman of Branch; two sisters, Mrs. Joseph Cherney and Mrs. Oscor (sic) 
Lorenz of Manitowoc; a brother, Peter Reif of Chicago; 14 grandchildren and eight 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 24, 1953  P. 19 


OSCAR W. KIEL

Oscar W. Kiel Sr., 83, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw died Monday at Memorial Hospital, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Reedsville Funeral Home. The 
Rev. William Schultz will officiate with burial in Branch Evergreen Cemetery, 
with military graveside rites by the VFW Kubale-O’Connell Post. 
Mr. Kiel was born Aug. 19, 1892, at Branch, son of the late Charles and Amanda 
Kiel. He was a veteran of World War I. He married Adelaide Landeau Dec. 1, 1925, 
at Waukegan, Ill. He was a member of the VFW Cato post. Mrs. Kiel preceded him 
in death in 1938. 
Survivors include three sons, (private), 12 grandchildren and 13 great grand-
children. Two brothers and two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 
Thursday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, January 13, 1976 P. 18 
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(19 Aug 1892/Jan 1976/SSDI) 


SOPHIA KIEL

Mrs. Keil(sic) died on Sunday morning at two o'clock. Her funeral will take place 
at 2 pm Wednesday. She leaves a husband and six children to mourn her loss.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tues., Jan. 11, 1887 page 2


WILHELM KIEL

Death Fri. of Wilhelm Kiel who resided near Branch, and with his brother was
one of the oldest settlers of our county. The deceased, who came from Lippe-
Detmold, was buried Monday.
Der Nord Westen, 01 July 1897
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Notes From Branch:
DIED - Mr. Wm. Kiel of this place died on Friday June 25. He was 
born in Germany in 1825, and came to Wisconsin in 1850. He 
returned to his native land a few years later where he was married 
and came, with his family to Manitowoc Co. in 1854. He was a 
man of broad intellect and his kind disposition won for him many 
friends. The funeral services were held Monday and were largely 
attended.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 1, 1897  pg. 2
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(First publication July 29, 1897.)
State of Wisconsin,-Manitowoc County Court,-In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of William Kiel, deceased.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of 
William Kiel of Cato in said County, having been delivered into said court:
And William Kiel Jr. of Franklin in said county, having presented to said court 
his petition in writing, duly verified, representing, among other things, that 
said William Kiel died testate, at Cato in said county, on the 25th day of June, 
1897, that said instrument is the last will of said deceased and that said 
petitioner is named therein as executor, and praying that said instrument be 
proven and admitted to probate and that letters testamentary be thereon issued 
to said petitioner:
It is ordered, that said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs 
of said last will and testament be taken, at a regular term of said county court 
to be held at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 7th 
day of Sept., 1897, 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 26th, 1897.
By the Court,
J.S. Anderson, County Judge.
Baensch & Chloupek, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Two Rivers Post, July 29, 1897 P. 1


WILLIAM KIEL    (d. 1961)

William Kiel Sr., 86, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, died Wednesday afternoon at home 
after a heart attack during a physical examination by a doctor.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Saur Funeral home, Kellnersville, 
the Rev. Dr. Henry Stammer of Melnik Presbyterian Church officiating. Burial will 
be in Evergreen Cemetery at Branch.
Mr. Kiel was born March 22, 1874, in the Town of Franklin, Manitowoc, County, son 
of the late Mr. and Mrs. Wilhelm Kiel. He married Mathilda Reif in 1897 and they 
lived in the Town of Franklin a few years before moving to the Town of Kossuth 
where they operated a farm until 1941.
Mr. Kiel lived at Rt. 1, Whitelaw, the past five years. His wife preceded him in 
death Nov. 23, 1953. They celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary in Ocober, 
1952. Also preceding him in death were two daughters, Mrs. Melvin Fritsch and Mrs. 
George Herzog, three brothers and three sisters. 
Survivors include two sons, William Jr., at home and Norman of Branch; a daughter, 
Mrs. Paul D. Mangin, of Maple Grove; 14 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 16, 1961   P. 21


WILLIAM KIEL JR   (d. 1968)

Funeral services for William (Bill) Kiel, 59, of Rt. 1, Whitelaw, who died 
Tuesday at Veterans Administration Hospital, Wood, Wis., will be at 11 a.m. 
Saturday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville. The Rev. Paul Plaufuss will 
officiate and burial will be in Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Kiel was born July 12, 1909, in the Town of Kossuth, Manitowoc County, 
son of the late William and Mathilda Reif Kiel. He was a veteran of World 
War II.
He is survived by a brother, Norman, of Rt. 1, Cato. Three sisters preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 22, 1968 P. 21


WILHELMINE KLEMME

Death Fri. in Manitowoc Rapids of Mrs. Minnie Klemme, wife of 
Christoph Klemme, following an illness of only one day. The 
deceased, who was born in Germany 11 Jan. 1838, had lived in 
Manitowoc Rapids for many years. She leaves her husband and 
3 children. The funeral was held under the direction of Pastor 
Zenk in Branch.
Der Nord Westen, 27 Oct. 1904
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Mrs. Minnie Klemme, wife of Christopher Klemme, passed away at her home at 
Rapids last Friday, after an illness of one day. The deceased was born in 
Germany January 11, 1938. She had been a resident of Rapids for many years. 
She was a kindly woman and her loss will be regretted by those who knew her. 
Besides her aged husband, three children survive her. The funeral was held 
at Branch, Rev. Zenk officiating.  Relatives and friends from this city were 
present.
The Manitowoc Pilot, October 27, 1904


VETANIA LEAH KOMOROWSKI

Vetania L. Komorowski
Vetania Leah Komorowski, age 22, of 1218 South 7th Street, Manitowoc, died Saturday, 
April 20, 2002 as a result of an automobile accident.
Funeral Services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 23, 2002 at Hope Community 
Church, 4408 CTH B at Hwy 310, Manitowoc. Rev. Rick Hines will officiate with burial 
at Branch Evergreen Cemetery on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Vetania was born August 25, 1979 in Two Rivers, daughter of Rosemary Karbon-Polzin 
and Arthur Komorowski, Jr. She grew up and was educated in Manitowoc and graduated 
from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1997. She attended and graduated from 
Lakeshore Technical College as a Dental Assistant. She was employed at Lakeshore 
Dental and was a part-time bartender at "Linebacker."
Vetania enjoyed snowmobiling, camping, hunting, fishing, walking and had a great sense 
of humor. She also loved and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.
Survivors include her parents: Rosemary and Ted Polzin, Manitowoc and Arthur Komorowski, 
Jr. Manitowoc; maternal grandparents: Helen and Ray Kath, Manitowoc; paternal 
grandparents: Roberta (Mert) and Arthur Komorowski, Sr. Manitowoc; three sisters: Amber 
Moede, Manitowoc, Tatum and Tessa Komorowski, at home; two brothers: Shawn Moede, 
Manitowoc and Travis Komorowski, at home; special friend: Joe Novy, Whitelaw, numerous 
aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends also survive. She was 
preceded in death by her grandfather Melvin Karbon in 1985.
Relatives and Friends may call after 4 p.m. Tuesday at Hope Community Church, Manitowoc, 
until the time of service at 7:00 p.m.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is serving the Komorowski Family.
Herald Times Reporter, April 22, 2002 P. A3


CHARLES KROHN

CHARLES KROHN, TOWN FRANKLIN PIONEER DIES 
Charles Krohn, town of Franklin pioneer, passed away at his home there Saturday 
afternoon, death terminating an illness of several months. Mr. Krohn suffered an 
attack of pleurisy in February and his heart became affected and for two months 
he had been confined to his bed.
Funeral services will be Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 from the home and burial 
will be at Branch. Rev. Menke will officiate.
Mr. Krohn was born in Germany and came here in youth with his parents. In 1883(?) 
he married Sophie Goethke, daughter of Henry Goethke of Liberty and the couple 
made their home on the farm at Franklin until three years ago when Mr. Krohn 
retired from the old homestead to a home three miles from his long (sic) residence. 
Besides his wife Mr. Krohn is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Joseph Shavlik, 
Franklin and a son Bert Krohn, of Marshfield. One brother, Henry Krohn, of Shawano 
also survives and there are twelve grandchildren also mourning his death. 
Manitowoc Herald News, September 30, 1929  P. 5
**********
NOTICE.
All persons are hereby cautioned not to trust my father on my account, 
as I will pay no debts of his contracting.
Franklin, February 15, 1893.
Charles Krohn.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, February 23, 1893 P. 3


SOPHIA KROHN

Mrs. Sophia Krohn, 87, widow of Charles Krohn, former town of Franklin farmer, 
died Wednesday night at the home of a son, Bert, in Spencer, Wis.
Mrs. Krohn, the former Sophia Gaethke of the town of Liberty, had been making 
her home with the son at Spencer since being taken ill 19 months ago.
Funeral services are to be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Evangelical Reformed 
Friendens church Reedsville, with the Rev. Ralph Kruge officiating. Burial will 
be in the Branch cemetery.
Only immediate survivors are the son, 12 grandchildren and 12 great grand-
children. The husband and two daughters preceded Mrs. Krohn in death.
Friends may call at the Reedsville funeral home from noon Friday until 10 a.m. 
Saturday when the casket will be taken to the church to lie in state until the 
time of the afternoon services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 11, 1951 P. 2


BARBORA KUKRAL

Mrs. Frank Kukral, pioneer resident of Branch, died at her home there today, 
aged 74. She had been failing for some time. Decedent is survived by three 
daughters, Mrs. Anton Kaderabek, Route 5, Mrs. William Lemke, Milwaukee and 
Mrs. Herbert Van Elstein Kilb__en and two sons, Charles of this city and 
Louis of Denver. One sister, Mrs. A. Blazek of Nekoosa also survives. The 
funeral will be held at Branch Friday at 2 o’clock.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 18, 1921  P.5


CAROLINE KUNZ

DIED - At Branch Mills, March 13th, Caroline, daughter of Godfrey and Elizabeth 
Kuntz (sic), aged 7 years, 11 months and 17 days.
Manitowoc Tribune  Thursday, March 17, 1870  pg. 3
********
Name: Caroline Kunz
Age: 8
Sex: F
B.P.: Wis
Mo.: Mar. 1870
Cause: Scarlet Fever
Fam# on Census: 7
Township: Man. Rpds.
"1870 Mortality Schedule From Census"


GOTTFRIED KUNZ    (d. 1870)

DIED - KUNTZ (sic) - At the Branch, on last Friday night. Gottfried Kuntz, 
aged 12 years.
The father of the deceased requests us to thank the many kind friends who 
gave proof of their sympathy with the afflicted parents at the funeral, and 
especially those who took an active part in the cermonies. None but those 
similarly situated can fully appreciate their kindness, for which the father 
offers his most heartfelt thanks.
Manitowoc Tribune  Thursday, May 19, 1870  pg. 1
********
Name: Godfred Kunz
Age: 12
Sex: M
B.P.: Wis
Mo.: May, 1870
Cause: Scarlet Fever
Fam# on Census: 8
Township: Man. Rpds.
"1870 Mortality Schedule From Census"


GOTTFRIED KUNZ    (d. 1878)

Death of Gottfried Kunz, age 48, on Mon., 27 May, at his residence 
in Branch. He leaves a wife and five children. Despite the rain 
yesterday, Wed., a large number of people attended the funeral.
Der Nord Westen, 30 May 1878
********
Died
Kunz-At his residence in the Branch, May 27, Gottrried Kunz, 
in the 48th year of his age.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, May 30, 1878 P. 3

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A CARD.
I desire in behalf of my family and myself, to return our heartfelt thanks to the many fireds, to the Odd Fellows of Manitowoc County, and to Adolph Wittmann, whose sympathy and assistance were tendered me at the funeral of my husband, and to assure them their kindly sympathy will be ever gratefully remembered.
Mrs. Gottfried Kunz.
Manitowoc Pilot, May 30, 1878 P. 3
*****
(First Publication June 6th, 1878.) No. 44
IN PROBATE,-MANITOWOC CO. COURT.
In the matter of the estate of Gottfried Kunz deceased. On reading and filing the petition of Elizabeth Kunz of Town of Manitowoc Rapids in said county of Manitowoc representing among other things that Gottfried Kunz, late of said Town and County, on the 27th day of May A.D. 1878, at said Town and County died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this state and that the said petitioner is the widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to Louis Voelker granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard before the Judge of this Court, on Monday, the 1st day of July A.D., 1878, at 10 o'clock A.M. at my office in said county.
Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased, and to all person interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive week, prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc, in said county.
Michael Kirwan, County Judge.
Dated, Manitowoc the 31st day of May A.D. 1878.
C.D. Estabrook Atty.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 6, 1878 P. 2

WILHELM KUNZ

Name: William Kunz
Age: 2
Sex: M
B.P. Wis
Mo.  Apr, 1870
Cause: Scarlet Fever
Fam.# on census: 7
Township: Man. Rpds.
"1870 Mortality Schedule From Census"


BARBARA E. KUTIL

Mrs. Robert (Barbara Ellen) Kutil Jr., 30, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, died 
Sunday, Dec. 11, at Grand Rapids.
Funeral services will be 9 a.m. Thursday at Parkside Funeral Home, and 9:30 
a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Chruch (sic). Mass of Christian Burial will 
be celebrated by Rev. Leo J. Schmitt, and burial will be at Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery, Town of Branch.
Mrs. Kutil was born July 11, 1953, at Manitowoc, daughter of Clara Zimmerman 
Rappel and the late Arnold J. Rappel. She was a graduate of Roncalli High 
School in 1971, and employed in Grand Rapids, Michigan, as an accounting clerk 
for Universal Forest Products Inc. She married Rober J. Kutil Jr., June 15, 
1974, at St. Michael's Catholic Church.
Survivors include her husband, Robert; a son, Joshua at home; a mother, Mrs. 
Clara Rappel of Manitowoc; two brothers and a sister-in-law, James Rappel of 
Jackson, Mississippi, and Donald and Elaine Rappel of Chetek, Wisconsin; a 
sister and a brother-in-law, Mary and Dean Morris of Manitowoc; a father-in-
law and mother-in-law, Robert and Charolette Kutil Sr. of Branch, nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, 
Arnold Rappel in April 1979.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday 
where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. led by Deacon Donald Jigure. 
Memorials would be appreciated to the Ameerican Cancer Society.
Herald Times Reporter, December 13, 1983 P. 3


JANICE KUTIL HUNT

Janice Ida Hunt (nee Delsman), age 83, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2015 
at University Hospital, Madison.
She was born April 12, 1931 in Manitowoc County, the daughter of Joseph William 
and Mathilda Mary (Zipperer) Delsman. She was united in marriage to the late 
Alvin Theodore Kutil ad they were blessed with five children. She later married 
Hector McNeil Hunt Jr., and gained two step-daughters. Jan was a devoted mother 
who lived for her children.
She worked as a teacher for several years. In her younger years she took pleasure 
in sewing. She earned her pilot’s license and she and Hector loved to fly. Jan 
loved traveling with her daughters and always enjoyed a good card game.
Jan is survived by her husband of 33 years, Hector; two daughters, Dr. Kathryn 
Mary Quinton, Cynthia Marie Armstrong and a son, Alvin Kelley (Laurie) Hunt, Heather 
Hunt Henderson; six grandchildren, Jennifer, Aaron and Amanda Quinton; Eleanor, 
Esther and Linus Armstrong; Joseph Robert Fiess; two step-grandchildren, Cameron 
and Devon Henderson; four great grandchildren, Conrad, Cole and Joretta Tyrrell 
and Jameson Quinton; two brothers and a sister, Ken Delsman, Gwendolyn Delsman Witt, 
Meehan Braun and David B. Delsman and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, Alvin Theodore Kutil; 
a daughter, Joretta Ann Kutil Fiess; a son, Joseph Robert Kutil; brothers, Joseph E. 
Delsman and Howard Delsman; a sister-in-law, Gladys Brezoni Delsman and a son-in-law, 
David Meredith Armstrong.
A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 
2015 at St. Peter Catholic Church, 5001 N. Sherman Ave., with Fr. Roger Nilles 
presiding. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass on Wednesday 
at the church. Burial will be at a later date in Branch Evergreen Cemetery in 
Manitowoc County.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 16, 2015


JOSEPH R. KUTIL

MADISON - Joseph R. Kutil, age 51, died on Monday, Sept. 5, 2005, at his home 
following 34 years as a quadriplegic from injuries sustained in a September 1971 
automobile accident. 
Born on March 15, 1954, the son of Alvin and Janice (Delsman) Kutil, he was a 
graduate of Lincoln High School in Manitowoc. He got his bachelor's degree from 
University of Illinois in Champaign/Urbana, and a master's degree from UW here 
at Madison in Vocational Rehabilitation Psychology. After his graduation, he 
worked for UW Madison Disabled Student Services as a counselor and at the same 
time he was working for DVR doing job placement for students that already had 
degrees or would soon be getting them. Governor Tommy Thompson appointed him as 
a member of SRPAC (State Rehabilitation Planning and Advisory Council) and he 
eventually headed the committee as president when Gov. Thompson reappointed him 
for a second term. He was elected to be the Chair by the other board members. 
SRPAC guides and advises the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) for 
the entire state, and every county in the state sends a representative, some 
counties have more than one rep. 
Joe introduced a bill to the board, and got it passed, that was instrumental in 
a revision of the whole DVR system. He worked tirelessly to aid the physically 
challenged in Madison and did a great job. He served on the board of directors 
for at least three companies advising them as how to make things better for the 
handicapped in their employ. He interviewed and was hired as the assistant 
coordinator of all 13 UW extensions (now called Centers) schools throughout the 
entire state of Wisconsin. Here again he worked with the students that had 
different problems while in college. He worked with the deaf by helping to find 
signers for them; note takers (people who would go to class with the handicapped 
person and write their notes); people who would sit and write the tests after the 
handicapped person told them verbally what to write down on the test paper, and 
on and on and on. 
He has done so much to help his fellow man. Additionally, he served as a counselor 
in Rehab., Psych., and people would even come to his apartment for counseling. He 
was held in high regard by so many and actually turned down jobs because he was 
too busy. Joe was an avid rock/ mineral and music collector. Joe is survived by 
his mother, Janice (Hector) Hunt of Madison; father, Alvin T. (Mary) Repta-Kutil 
of Wisconsin Rapids; two sisters, Dr. Kathryn M. Quinton of Elgin, Ill., and 
Cynthia M. Armstrong of Toowoomba, Australia; brother, Alvin K (Laurie) Kutil of 
Madison; brother-in-law, James Fiess of Verona; two step-sisters, Sheila Hunt of 
Tucson, Ariz., and Heather (David) Henderson of Clayton, Calif.; seven nieces and 
nephews, Jennifer Quinton, Amanda Bemont and Aaron Quinton, all of Elgin, Eleanor, 
Esther and Linus Armstrong of Australia, and Joseph Fiess of Verona; two great-
nephews, Conrad and Cole Tyrrell; a grandniece, Joretta Tyrrell; many aunts, uncles, 
cousins and numerous friends. Joe was preceded in death by a sister, Joretta A. 
Kutil-Fiess. 
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. PETER CATHOLIC CHURCH, 5001 N. 
Sherman Ave., on Friday, Sept. 9, 2005, at 10:30 a.m. with Father Roger 
Nilles officiating. Pallbearers will be Aaron Quinton, Joseph Fiess, Jerry Alexander, 
Mark Amato, Allen Derpinghaus, and Patrick VanderVelden ""Doc"". Honorary pallbearers 
are Joseph DeKeyser, Bryce Tyrrell, Jennifer Quinton, Amanda Belmont, Michelle Morino, 
Karen Fishbauch, Marsha Hein-Buvid, and Lisa Johnson-Sweeney. A visitation will be 
held at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 2418 N. Sherman Ave., on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2005, from 4 
p.m. to 7 p.m. and then again on Friday at church from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 
Burial will be at Branch Evergreen Cemetery in Branch, Wis., at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. 
Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services 2418 N. Sherman Ave. (608) 249-8257"
Newspaper not cited.
*********
The funeral Mass will be celebrated Sept. 9 for Joseph R. Kutil of Madison, Wis., 
formerly of Eugene, who died Sept. 5 of injuries suffered in an automobile accident. 
He was 51. Kutil was born March 15, 1954, in Manitowoc, Wis., to Alvin and Janice 
Delsman Kutil. He had lived in Madison for 14 years and previously lived in Manitowoc, 
Wis., and Eugene. He held bachelor's and master's degrees and enjoyed rocks, minerals 
and music. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Janice and Hector Hunt of 
Madison his father and stepmother, Alvin and Mary Repta-Kutil of Wisconsin Rapids, 
Wis. a brother, Alvin of Madison two sisters, Kathryn Quinton of Elgin, Ill., and 
Cynthia Armstrong of Toowoomba, Australia and two stepsisters, Sheila Hunt of Tucson, 
Ariz., and Heather Henderson of Clayton, Calif. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7 
p.m. today, Sept. 8, at Ryan Funeral Home in Madison, Wis. Friday's visitation will 
start at 9:30 a.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church in Madison, followed at 10:30 a.m. 
by the service, also in the church. 
Burial will be in Branch Evergreen Cemetery in Branch, Wis. Ryan Funeral Home in 
Madison is in charge of arrangements. 
Newspaper not cited.


ROBERT KUTIL

Robert G. “Bob” Kutil, age 85, of Branch in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, entered 
eternal life late Saturday afternoon, June 27, 2015 at the family residence after 
a battle with cancer. Bob was born on July 23, 1929 in Branch, town of Manitowoc 
Rapids. He was the son of the late Joseph and Isabel (Laveck) Kutil. Bob graduated 
from Lincoln High School with the class of 1947. After high school, he served with 
the United States Navy and was assigned to the Air Transport Squadron and Test 
Center at Patuxent River Naval Air Station, Maryland. On January 27, 1951, he 
married the love of his life, Charlotte Tuschl. After being honorably discharged 
from the Navy, Bob returned home and was employed with Invincible Metal Furniture 
Company in Manitowoc. He partnered with Ron Kaderabek forming K & K Siding company. 
After his retirement he worked part time at Menards and was a sexton at Evergreen 
Cemetery in Branch, town of Manitowoc Rapids.
Bob was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. He was a volunteer member 
of the Branch a long time Green Bay Packer fan, thrilled to finally hold season 
tickets. He also loved to watch the Milwaukee Brewers.
Bob was a loving husband and father and is survived by his wife of 64 years, Charlotte; 
two sons, Robert (Lucy) Kutil, Branch; Chris (Julie) Kutil, Muskego; two daughters, 
Kay (Richard) Spielbauer, Fond du Lac; Lisa Kutil, New Berlin; eight grandchildren, 
Joshua, Matthew, David, Amanda, Jared,Natasha, Janna, Alyssa; one great granddaughter, 
Gracie; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Ruth Delsman, Rockwood, Marvin (Mona) 
Tuschl, New Orleans, Gene Winkler, Oshkosh, Tom (Mary) Tuschl, Oshkosh and Cathy (Jim) 
Fox, Oshkosh; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, 
Joseph and Isabel Kutil; one brother, Alvin Kutil; daughter-in-law, Barbara Kutil; 
sister-in-law, Nancy Winkler; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Roman and Alvina Tuschl; 
brother-in-law, Howard Delsman and his best friend of 81 years, Herbie Herrmann.
Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday July 2, 2015 at St. Francis of Assisi 
Catholic Church on Waldo, 1121 North 14th St., Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial 
will be celebrated by Rev. Dave Beaudry. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in 
Branch with military rites accorded by the Amvets Post #99. Cremation has taken place 
at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel. Relatives and friends may call at St. 
Francis of Assisi Catholic Church on Waldo on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of 
service at 11 a.m. Following the military rites at the cemetery, there will be a 
luncheon held for family and friends at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center 
located on the south property of the Harrigan Parkside Funeral home.
The family would like to especially thank Kim and Carol and all of the doctors, nurses, 
Holy Family Memorial Hospice and other medical professionals who helped give care and 
comfort to Bob over the past eighteen months. In lieu of flowers the family requests 
memorials for the Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation at www.Lombardifoundation.org.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation, North 11th and St. Clair Streets, 
Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 29, 2015


CARL J. LAVECK

Carl J. Laveck, age 91, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, 
formerly of Branch, died Tuesday, June 13, 2006, at Shady Lane. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 16, 2006, at the First 
Reformed United Church of Christ, 3616 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard 
Runge will officiate with burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery, with 
military graveside services to be accorded by Otto-Oas VFW Post 659 of Manitowoc. 
Carl was born March 10, 1915, in Manitowoc, son of the late Theodore and Mini 
Fricke Laveck. He was a 1933 graduate of Lincoln High School and entered the 
Army during World War II. Carl married the former Olive A. Kutil on July 15, 
1943, in Harrisburg, Pa. They celebrated 61 years of marriage prior to her death 
in 2005. He was in the military for four-and-one-half years with two years in the 
European Theatre participating in the Normandy Invasion. He was discharged in 1945 
as a technical sergeant. Carl was employed by several auto dealerships in 
Manitowoc as a mechanic, service manager and salesman. In 1963, he joined the 
Francis Creek State Bank as a teller and retired from First National Bank, Francis 
Creek, as operations officer in 1979. Carl was a member of First Reformed United 
Church of Christ. He was active in the Branch Volunteer Fire Department for many 
years and was a 25-year member of Lions International. Carl was also a member of 
the Otto-Oas VFW Post 659 of Manitowoc; the Fraternal Order of Eagles; and the 
Francis Creek, Whitelaw, and Manitowoc Senior Citizens. 
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law: Carl T. (Jane) Laveck, Manitowoc; 
one daughter and son-in-law: Cheryl (Dr. Donald) Domrath, Branch; six grandchildren: 
Jennifer Laveck of Madison; John Laveck, London, England; Zachary (Heather) Domrath, 
Orlando, Fla.; Carrington (Brandon) White, Cincinnati, Ohio; Kate (Patrick) O'Keefe, 
Boston, Mass.; Emily Laveck, Chicago, Ill.; niece: Beverly Gilbertson; nephews: 
Al and Robert Kutil, and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his 
wife: Olive; a brother: Earl; sisters: Isabel (Joseph) Kutil and Mabel Laveck; a 
sister-in-law: Marjorie Wallsworth-Dethlefson; and a nephew: James Wallsworth. 
Relatives and friends may call at the First Reformed United Church of Christ on 
Friday, June 16, 2006, from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Jens 
Family Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Laveck family. 
A special thank you to the staff of Shady Lane for their care given to Carl during 
his stay there, especially the past several weeks while he was on comfort care.
Herald Times Reporter, June 2006


OLIVE A. LAVECK

Mrs. Carl J. (Olive) Laveck, age 91, of 3400 Yorkshire La., Manitowoc, and formerly 
of Branch, died Saturday morning, Feb. 5, 2005 at the Aurora Baycare Medical Center, 
Green Bay.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2005 at the First 
Reformed United Church of Christ, 3616 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc. The Rev. Richad Runge 
will officiate with burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Audrey was born Sept. 6, 113 at Branch, daughter of the late Frank and Emma Sykora 
Kutil. She graduated from Manitowoc’s Lincoln High School in 1931 and in 1932 from 
the Manitowoc Teachers College. She taught school in the Town of Franklin and was 
later employed with the Agricultural Adjustment Administration predecessor to the 
United States Department of Agriculture. On July 15, 1943 Olive was married to 
Carl J. Laveck at Harrisburg, PA and celebrated 61 years of marriage this past July. 
While her children were in school Olive was a stay at home mom. Later she worked as 
an office manager of Pyrofax Gas Company and retired from the Manitowoc Clinic in 
1975 where she was credit manager. She was a member of First Reformed United Church 
of Christ, First Reformed Ladies Guild, Francis Creek/Rockwood Senior Citizens, 
Whitelaw Senior Citizens, Manitowoc Senior Citizens, past president of the omen’s 
Auxiliay of Otto-Oas VFW Post 659 of Manitowoc, 444 leader of the Branch Busy Bee’s 
for many years and the Branch Good Cheer Homemaker. Olive enjoyed baking Bohemian 
pastry, gardening, playing cards, knitting and crocheting.
Survivors include her husband: Carl J. Laveck of Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-
law: Carl T. (Jane) Laveck of Manitowoc; one daughter and son-in-law: Cheryl 
(Dr. Donald) Domrath of Branch; six grandchildren: Jennifer Laveck of Madison; John 
Laveck of London, England; Zachary (Heather) Domrath of Orlando, FL; Carrington 
Domrath of Cincinnati, OH and her fiance: Brandon white; Kate Laveck of Boston, Ma; 
and Emly Laveck of Milwaukee; one sister-in-law; Mabel Laveck of Manitowoc; one niece; 
Beverly (Dale) Gilbertson of Manitowoc and many friends. She was preceded in death by 
her parents; one sister; Marjory Walsworth Dethlefson an infant brother: Alvin Kutil; 
and a special nephew, James Walsworth.
Relatives and friends may call at the First Reformed United Church of Christ on Tuesday 
from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services at 11:00 a.m. The Jens family Funeral Home and 
Crematory is serving the Laveck family.
The family wishes to express their gratefulness to her caregivers Sherry and Shay during 
the past several months and also to the Visiting Nurse Association.
Herald Times Reporter, February 6, 2005  P. A3


ANN LAWRENCE

WAS RESIDENT OF COUNTY FOR MANY YEARS
Mrs. Lawrence Dies at Antigo, Burial at Branch
Mrs. Thorondson Lawrence, a former resident of Branch, this county, died at 
Antigo where she had resided for ten years and the body will be brought to 
Branch for burial. Mrs. Lawrence had been ill only ten days when death came 
to claim her. She was born in Norway in 1838 and came to America with her 
parents at the age of 14, the family locating at Branch where two years later 
she married Enoch Lawrence, who preceded her in death thirty-four years ago.
Ten years ago Mrs. Lawrence took up her home with her children at Antigo. Five 
children survive. The body will be brought to Branch Saturday morning.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Feb. 28, 1913 page 8
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(From 1870 Manitowoc Rapids census:
Enoch Lawrence age 35; wife Ann Lawrence age 32; Arulia age 13; Corra age 6;
Adel age 3; Fred age 10/12; Joseph age 9)
(From 1875 Manitowoc Rapids: E.B. Lawrence and family are listed
(Not on 1880 Manitowoc Rapids census)
(From 1900 Manitowoc Rapids census:
Annie Lawrence age 62 widow; Adelle age 33; Harvey grandson age 7;
Horace grandson age 6)
*******
LAWRENCE: Enoch B. (Lawrenz on co. mar. record)
b: State of Vermont
res: Manitowoc
p: Jos. W. Lawrenz and Elisabeth Lawrence (from mar. record)
m: 28 Nov. 1854 at Manitowoc (co. mar. index v.1 p.60) 
to: Anna Urison
p: Trond and Julia Urison
children: 
  Cora Maria (b. 5 Aug. 1863/bapt. 23 Feb. 1879)
  Laura Adelle (b. 31 Oct. 1866/bapt. 13 Apr. 1879)
  Herbert Sherman (b. 28 Aug. 1869/bapt. 13 Apr. 1879)
  Edna Inez (b. 28 Jan. 1872/bapt. 13 Apr. 1879)

(childrens info from records of St. James Episc. ch., Manitowoc)


LAURA A. LEX

Mrs. Edward E. Lex, 44, of 220 Buffalo St., Sheboygan Falls, died of a cerebral 
hemorrhage shortly after 9 am Friday. The former Laura Ann Kaderabek, she was 
born in Manitowoc, Feb. 4, 1914, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kaderabek. 
On Dec. 12, 1933 she was married to Edward Lex at Manitowoc and settled in 
Valders until 1944 when the couple moved to Sheboygan Falls. She was a member 
of the First Methodist Church.
Survivors are her husband, a son, Charles of Sheboygan Falls; a daughter, Mrs. 
Ronald (Judith) Siemers, Sheboygan Falls; two grandchildren; her parents, Mr. 
and Mrs. Charles Kaderabek, Manitowoc; five brothers, Charles, Otto and John 
of Manitowoc; Aloise of Branch, Wis. and Eugene of Washington D.C.; four 
sisters, Mrs. R.W. Zunker of Detroit, Mrs. Victor Habilwitz, Mrs. Benno Stoer 
and Mrs. John Kane, all of Manitowoc. One sister preceded her in death.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Monday at the First Methodist Church, 
Sheboygan Falls, the Rev. Glen Siferd officiating. Burial will be made in Branch 
Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc County.
Friends may call at the Dean Funeral Home, Sheboygan Falls, from 2 pm Sunday 
until 11 am Monday and at the church from noon until the time of services.
Sheboygan Press, Saturday, July 26, 1958 page 6


BERTIE LOVELY

DIED:
Died April 20, at Cato Corners, Bertice E. youngest son of Horace 
and Adaline Lovely, aged 8 years and 1 day.
"I take these little lambs, said he, 
And lay them in my breast;
Protection they shall find in me,
In me be ever blest."
Manitowoc Tribune  Thursday, April 22, 1869  pg. 4


MARGARET LOVELY

DIED. At the village of Branch to this county, on Sunday, December 25th,
Mrs. Margaret Lovely, Aged 77 years.
Mrs. Lovely was on of the early settlers of this county having settled here
in 1848. She was a sister of Hiram McAllister of this city who left for the
east two weeks ago, under the impression that his sister had recovered from 
her sickness. Mrs. Lovely was an estimable lady and raised a large family 
all of whom are prosperous and highly respected. Her husband died five years 
ago and now they are once more united in death.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 29, 1881
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"COUNTY COURT PROCEEDINGS. Smart, J."
Feb. 28.
In re estate of Margaret Lovely, deceased; letters testamentary issued to P.J. 
Pierce, T.W. Byrnes and W.G. Lueps appointed appraisers.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, March 7, 1882 P. 4

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(First publication Feb. 2, 1882.) No. 11.
STATE OF WISCONSIN,-COUNTY OF MANITOWOC.-SS.
Probate Office, Manitowoc, January 30th, A.D., 1882.
In the matter of the proof and probate of the last will and testament of Margaret Lovely, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc.
Whereas an instrument in writing purporting to be the last will and testament of Margaret Lovely, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc, has been filed in this office: and whereas application has been made by P.J. Pierce, praying that the same be proven and admitted to probate according to the laws of this state:
Therefore it is ordered that said application be heard before me at the Probate Office in Manitowoc, in said county, on Tuesday, the 28th day of February, A.D., 1882, at 10 o'clock A.M.
and it is further ordered that notice shall be given to all persons interested in said will, of the time and place of said hearing, by publication in the Manitowoc Pilot, a newspaper printed in said county, for three successive weeks, once each week, prior to the time of such hearing.
By the court,
R.D. Smart, County Judge.
HG & WJ Turner, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 2, 1882 P. 2
*****
(First publication Feb. 2, 1882.) No. 11.
STATE OF WISCONSIN,-COUNTY OF MANITOWOC.-ss.
Probate Office, Manitowoc, January 30th, A.D., 1882.
In the matter of the proof and probate of the last will and testament of Margaret Lovely, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc.
Whereas an instrument in writing purporting to be the last will and testament of Margaret Lovely, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc, has been filed in this office; and whereas application has been made by P.J. Pierce, praying that the same be proven and admitted to probate according to the laws of this state:
Therefore it is ordered that said application be heard before me at the Probate Office in Manitowoc, in said county, on Tuesday, the 28th day of February, A.D., 1882, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered that notice shall be given to all person intereted in said will, of the time and place of said hearing, by publication in the Manitowoc Pilot, a newspaper printed in said county, for three successive weeks, once each week, prior to the time of such hearing.
By the Court,
R.D. Smart, County Judge.
H G & W J Turner, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 9, 1882 P. 2
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(First publication Feb. 2, 1882.) No. 11.
STATE OF WISCONSIN,-COUNTY OF MANITOWOC.-ss.
Probate Office, Manitowoc, January 30th, A.D., 1882.
In the matter of the proof and probate of the last will and testament of Margaret Lovely, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc.
Whereas an instrument in writing purporting to be the last will and testament of Margaret Lovely, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc, has been filed in this office: and whereas application has been made by P.J. Pierce, praying that the same be proven and admitted to probate according to the laws of this state:
Therefore it is ordered that said application be heard before me at the Probate Office in Manitowoc, in said county, on Tuesday, the 28th day of February, A.D., 1882, at 10 o'clock A.M.
And it is further ordered that notice shall be given to all persons interested in said will, of the time and place of said hearing, by publication in the Manitowoc Pilot, a newspaper printed in said county, for three successive weeks, once each week, prior to the time of such hearing.
By the court.
R.D. Smart, County Judge.
H.G. & W.J. Turner, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 16, 1882 P. 2

PERRY LOVELY

ORDER FOR PROOF OF WILL.
First publication Aug. 19th 1886.
State of Wisconsin, Manitowoc County. ss
Probate Office, Manitowoc, August 17th, A.D. 1886.
In the matter of the Proof and Probate of the last Will and Testament of Perry 
Lovely, deceased, late of the County of Manitowoc.
Whereas an instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament 
of Perry Lovely, deceased, late of the County of Manitowoc, has been filed in 
this office; and whereas application has been made by John J. Pitz, who is 
interested in said Will and in the real estate, hereby devised, praying that 
the same be proven and admitted to Probate according to the laws of this State, 
and that letters of administration with the will annexed be issued the on (sic) 
as provided by law; Therefore, it is ordered that said application be heard 
before me at the Probate Office in the City of Manitowoc, in said County, on 
Tuesday, the 14th day of September, A.D., 1886, at 10 o'clock A.M. And it is 
further ordered that notice shall be given to all person interested in said 
will, of the time and place of said hearing by the publication of this order 
in the Nord-Westen, a newspaper printed in said County, for three successive 
weeks, once each week, prior to the time of such hearing.
By the Court,
Carl H. Schmidt, County Judge.
Forrest & Blesch, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, September 2, 1886 P. 5

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STATE OF WISCONSIN, Manitowoc County. ss
Probate office, Manitowoc, Wis., April 14th, A.D., 1875.
In the matter of the Proof and Probate of the last Will and Testament of Perry Lovely deceased, late of the County of Manitowoc, Wis.
Whereas, an instrument in writing, purporting to be the last Will and Testament of Perry Lovely deceased, late of the County of Manitowoc has been filed in this office; and whereas application has been made by Margaret Lovely praying that the same be proven and admitted to Probate according to the laws of this State:
Therefore, it is ordered that said application be heard before me at the Probate Office in the city of Manitowoc in said County, on Monday the 10th day of May, A.D., 1875, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon.
And it is further ordered, that notice shall be given to all persons interested in said Will, of the time and place of said hearing, by publication in the Manitowoc Pilot a newspaper printed in said county for three successive weeks, once each week, prior to the time of such hearing. By the Court.
T.G. Olmsted, County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, April 15, 1875 P. 2
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STATE OF WISCONSIN, Manitowoc County,. ss
Probate office, Manitowoc, Wis., April 14th, A.D., 1875.
In the matter of the proof and Probate of the last Will and Testament of Perry Lovely deceased, late of the County of Manitowoc, Wis.
Whereas, an instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and Testament of Perry Lovely deceased, late of the County of Manitowoc has been filed in this office; and whereas application has been made by Margaret Lovely praying that the same be proven and admitted to Probate according to the laws of this State:
Therefore, it is ordered that said application be heard before me at the Probate Office in the city of Manitowoc in said County, on Monday the 10th. day of May, A.D., 1875, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon.
And it is further ordered, that notice shall be given to all persons interested in said Will, of the time and place of said hearing, by publication in the Manitowoc Pilot a newspaper printed in said county for three successive weeks, once each week, prior to the time of such hearing. By the court.
T.G. Olmsted, County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, April 22, 1875 P. 2

ELLEN LYON

Mrs. Lee F. Lyon, 41, nee Ellen M. Havlinek, of Manitowoc route 5, died last 
night at the Holy Family hospital. She had been ill since last spring.
Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 8:30 from the Shimek and 
Schwartz funeral parlor. Burial will be at the Branch cemetery.
Mrs. Lyon was born March 6, 1899 in Manitowoc. She was married to Lee Lyon on 
Dec. 29, 1922. The couple lived in Manitowoc until a short time ago, when they 
moved to route 5. 
Survivors include the husband, two daughters, (private), two sons, (private); 
her father, John Havlinek, Mishicot; two brothers, Frank and Henry Havlinek, 
both of Two Rivers; and five sisters, Mrs. George Vraney, Mrs. Joseph Sindky 
and Mrs. Albert Westphal, all of Manitowoc; Mrs. Rose Hodek of Two Rivers and 
Mrs. Calvin Barta of Two Creeks. 
The body will be at the funeral home from 7 p.m. today until the time of the 
services Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 23, 1940  P. 4


ELSIE A. LYON

Elsie A. Lyon, age 84, of 3714 Branch River Road, Manitowoc, died unexpectedly 
Wednesday, March 26, 2003, at her residence. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 28, 2003, at the 
Reinbold and Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St., Manitowoc. Deacon Paul 
Kieffer will officiate with burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery, 
Branch. 
Elsie was born Oct. 13, 1918, in the township of Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of 
the late Matthew and Anna Karbon Decker. She grew up in the township of Manitowoc 
Rapids and attended Rockwood Grade School. Elsie married Lee F. Lyon on Nov. 29, 
1942, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on 
June 21, 1974. After her marriage, she made her home in Branch. Elsie enjoyed 
working in her flower garden and going to Oneida. She is a member of Holy Innocents 
Catholic Church. 
Survivors include four sons and two daughters-in-law: Lee Lyon Jr., Houston, Texas; 
Thomas Lyon, Two Rivers; Gerald and Ann Lyon, Manitowoc; James and Michele Lyon, 
Manitowoc; three daughters and two sons-in-law: Betty and Paul Reiser, Two Rivers; 
Jane Hellestrae, Evanston, Ill.; Judy and James Eickert, Brillion; two sisters: 
Rose Skarvan, Whitelaw; Grace Hartman, Branch; numerous grandchildren and great-
grandchildren. Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Lee; three brothers and four 
sisters. 
Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold and Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, Friday fromaper  9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 2003
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(14 Oct 1918/26 Mar 2003/SSDI)


JAMES L. LYON

James L. Lyon, age 64, of 1617 S. 10th st., Manitowoc, died early on Friday, 
June 4, 2010, at his residence.
He was born Jan. 17, 1946, in Manitowoc, to the late Lee Lyon and Elsie Decker. 
On March 3, 1990, he married Michelle Herman in Manitowoc. He was employed with 
Kurth Malting for many years and then later at HMF for several years. Jim is a 
life member of the AMVETS Post 99 and a member of the Eagles Club. Jim enjoyed 
woodworking, fishing, golfing, and hunting. He enjoyed being outside, bird 
watching, and playing with his dog, Ruffy. He was a wonderful husband, dad, and 
grandfather, and too many a good friend. He will be deeply missed.
A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Monday, June 7, 2010, at The Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Memorial service will be Father 
Daniel Schuster. Cremation has occurred at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc. 
Jim will be laid to rest at Branch Evergreen Cemetery, where graveside military 
rights will be accorded by AMVETS Post 99.
The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
from 2 p.m. Monday, June 7, 2010, until 4 p.m.
(Survivors omitted for privacy
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Dana Lyon and brother, Tommy Lyon.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the AMVETS Post 99, to the 
Eagles Club, Holy Family Memorial Medical Center & Cancer Care Center for their 
care and compassion shown towards Jim and his family. Also to all our family and 
friends for their love and support. 
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the 
family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, June 6, 2010 


LEE F. LYON

Lee F. Lyon, 73, of P.O. Box 5, Branch, died unexpectedly Friday afternoon at 
Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home 
and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo J. 
Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Lyon was born Jan. 12, 1901, at Carson City, Mich., son of the late Fred 
and Noma Rummer Lyon. He moved to Manitowoc in the 1920s. He married Ellen 
Halvinek (sic). She preceded him in death Nov. 22, 1941 (sic-d. 1940). He 
married Elsie Decker Nov. 29, 1942, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
He owned and operated the Lyon Construction Co. from 1937 to 1941. He then worked 
as a draftsman for Hamann Construction Co. and Kasper Construction Co. and later 
was employed at Brandt and Brandt Architects, retiring in 1973. He was a member 
of Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Men’s Garden Club of Manitowoc and Manitowoc 
Philatelic Stamp Club. He was a director of Branch River Fire Dept. and a former 
assessor of the Town of Manitowoc Rapids. 
Survivors include his wife, Elsie; four sons, (private); three daughters; two 
brothers, Velmer, of Melbourne, Fla., and Keith, of Munsing, Mich.; a sister, 
Mrs. Alma Robertson, of Grand Blank, Mich.; 27 grandchildren and three great 
grandchildren. A brother preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday, where 
a parish vigil service will be at 8 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter, June 22, 1974  P. 12


FRANK E. MAGANITY

F. Magannity, a young man in the employment of George Gibson, in the lumber 
woods, was killed one day last week, by being crushed between his sleigh and 
a log. His father went to bring his boy home not knowing that the injury was 
fatal. The funeral took place on Monday of this week.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, February 2, 1882
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TEMPLE OF HONOR RESOULUTIONS.
Whereas, It has pleased Almighty God to remove from us our Brother Frank Maganity. 
Therefore, be it Resolved, That in the death of Bro. Maganity our Temple loses a 
true and faithful brother.
Resolved, That we deeply sympathize with the parents and family of our deceased 
brother.
Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be spead upon the records of our Temple 
and a copy sent to the family of our deceased brother.
E.G. Nash
Pat Sullivan, Com.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, February 14, 1882 P. 1
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(Stone laying in bushes on the west side of the cemetery with piles of 
bases./2007 - stone is not there)


JOSEPH MAJETICH

Joseph Majetich, 63, Shelbyville, died Sunday. Memorial services will be at 
7 p.m. Wednesday in Evangelical United Church of Christ, Shelbyville. There 
will be no calling. He had been a maintenance supervisor four years for Excel 
Corp., Shelbyville, retiring in 1989. Previously, Mr. Majetich was a carpenter 
for Wausau (Wis.) Home Inc. He was an Air Force veteran. Survivors: wife, 
Jean T. Anderson Majetich; daughter, Barbara Meddaugh; son, Brian Majetich; 
brothers, Paul, Mike and Carmony-Ewing Broadway Funeral Home, Shelbyville, is 
handling arrangements.
Indianapolis Star, November 9, 1993  P. E7


HARRIET MCALLISTER

DIED. In this city on Sunday May 23rd, Mrs. H. McAllister, in the
61st year of her age.
Deceased was one of the oldest residents of the county. She was
interred at the cemetery at the Branch on Tuesday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, May 27, 1880


HIRAM MCALLISTER

HIRAM McALLISTER DEAD.
We learn with regret that death of Hiram McAllister one of the pioneer settlers 
and farmers of Manitowoc. He died in New York state on the 3rd inst. "Uncle Hi" 
was known to every one and was one of those solid substanial citizens who are an 
honor in the land in which they live. His farm was considered the model farm of 
our county.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, September 14, 1886 P.1
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From the files of the Manitowoc Pilot - TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO. - (1886)
Hiram McAllister died at the residence of his brother in St. Lawrence county, N.Y., 
on September 3. He was one of the early settlers of the county having come here in 
1837. The first persons who reached Manitowoc for the purpose of settlement came in 
1835, and these were workmen who were sent out by parties who intended to come here 
later when clearings were made. Uncle Hi, as he was familiarly called was the pioneer 
farmer of this county, being the first white man who cultivated the soil in this 
county. His coming antedated that of P.H. Smith, who also came here in 1837, a few 
days after the arrival of Uncle Hi. Mr. Smith and Mrs. Edwards, mother of Jo Edwards, 
are now all that are left of the persons who came here in 1837. Mrs. Edwards is now 
old, but Perry is still a hale, well preserved man, and the only person left who can 
tell of early events.
Mr. McAllister was born in St. Lawrence county and at the time of his death was over 
80 years of age. He was a model farmer and the McAllister farm had a reputation 
throughout the county for productiveness and beauty. He leaves but one child, a 
daughter, wife of Magnus Erickson of Sheboygan Falls.
Manitowoc Pilot, September 14, 1911
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L. J. NASH, ESQ., returned from his journey to the east on Monday night. He had 
the remains of Hiram MacAllister (sic) disinterred and sent to this place; they 
will be interred in the cemetery at the Branch where Mr. MacAllister’s wife is 
buried.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 31, 1887 P. 3
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The remains of Hiram McAllister which were lately brought to this place for 
interment will be carried to the cemetery at the Branch on the afternoon of 
Friday the 20th. As he was one of the old settlers, it is thought some of his 
old friends may wish to attend the funeral. Carriages will be furnished for all 
such and in order that it may be known the number for whom accommodations may 
be provided, it is requested that they leave their names at the First National 
Bank, or office of Nash & Nash. Procession will form at the cemetery at 2 P.M. 
on the day mentioned.
Manitowoc Pilot, May 12, 1887  P. 3
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ORDER FOR PROOF OF WILL.
First publication October 14th 5886 (sic)
STATE OF WISCONSIN, Manitowoc County. ss.
Probate Office, Manitowoc, October 11th, A.D., 1886.
In the matter of the Proof and Probate of the last Will and Testament of Hiram 
McAlister, deceased, late of the County of Manitowoc.
Whereas an instrument in writing, purporting to be that last will and testament 
of Hiram McAllister, deceased, late of the County of Manitowoc, has been filed 
in this office; and whereas application has been made by Charles Luling and L.J. 
Nash, who are named in said Will as the Executors thereof, praying that the same 
be proven and admitted to Probate according to the laws of this State, and that 
Letters testamentary be issued thereon as provided by law; Therefore, it is 
ordered that said application be heard before me at the Probate Office in the 
City of Manitowoc, in said County, on Tuesday, the 9th day of November, A.D., 1886, 
at 10 o'clock A.M. And it is further ordered, that notice shall be given to all 
persons interested in said will, of the time and place of said hearing, by 
publication of a copy of this order in the Nord-Westen, a newspaper printed in 
said County, for three successive weeks, once each week, prior to the time of such 
hearing.
By the Court,
Carl H. Schmidt, County Judge.
E.G. Nash, Attorney.
Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, Thursday, October 14, 1886 P. 5
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From the Files of the Pilot - Fifty Years Ago - (1869)
Hiram McAllister, who was suddenly and violently attacked with typhoid 
fever on Monday evening of last week at the Windiate House, just as he 
was about leaving for a visit to Michigan (and had the boat been on time, 
would have left), was removed to his own home on Sunday last. Dr. Brown 
informs us that he is doing well with the prospect of recovering in 
reasonable time, which his friends will be glad to learn.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 16, 1919


PHILIP MCALLISTER

Phillip McCallister died son of Hiram McCallister
Manitowoc Herald, 31 Jul 1862
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DIED.
In Manitowoc Rapids on the 25th ult., Philip McCallister, aged 20 years.
Manitowoc Pilot, August 1, 1862 P. 3


LEON “MIKE” MECHA

Leon “Mike” Mecha, age 69, of 9317 Reifs Mills Road, Whitelaw, died early on 
Monday morning, Jan. 3, 2011, at Aurora Medical Center, Manitowoc County.
He was born on Aug. 20, 1941, in Manitowoc, son of the late William and Edith 
(VanHaren) Mecha.. On Sept. 17, 1983, he married Denise Wiltman at Pine Crest 
Historical Village, Manitowoc. Leon sailed the Great Lakes on the Joe Block as 
a fireman in the boiler room from 1961 until 1965. He then was employed with 
Wall-Rich Construction Company for many years until the time of his retirement 
in August of 2002.
Survivors include his wife: Denise, Whitelaw; one daughter and son-in-law: Jean 
and Steven Monka, Manitowoc; three sons and one daughter-in-law: Steven (Bucky) 
and Deane Mecha, Iron River, Mich., Whitelaw, Tyler Mecha, Whitelaw; one 
granddaughter: Mackenzie Mraz; one brother and sister-in-law: John and Shirley 
Mecha, Maribel; one sister and brother-in-law: Marie and George Emme, Whitelaw; 
four brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law: Todd Wiltman, Manitowoc, Jeff 
Wiltman, Manitowoc, Greg and Sara Wiltman, Denmark, Todd and Roberta Hengel, 
De Pere; one sister-in-law; Wende Mraz and Jeff Thielen, Manitowoc; two fathers-
in-law and one mother-in-law: Roger and Darlene Hengel, Two Rivers, Frank Wiltman, 
Denmark. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 7, 2011, at the Pfeffer 
Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Richard 
Klingeisen with burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
The family will greet relative and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc 
on Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, from 4 to 8 p.m. The visitation will continue on Friday, 
Jan. 7, 2011, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Mike enjoyed hunting, fishing and antique tractor pulls. He especially loved 
assisting his nephew, Michael Emme racing his sprint car.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Dean Whillhite (sic), Dr. Edward Barylak, the 
entire staff of the Vince Lombardi Cancer Center, the staff of the Aurora Medical 
Center and all of Mike’s family and friends for their thoughts and prayer.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 4, 2011


EDNA MEINERT

Death in Branch on Monday evening last week of Edna Meinert, the 15-year 
old daughter of Charles Meinert, from diphtheria. The funeral was held 
next the morning.
Der Nord Westen, 16 May 1907 
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Edna Meinert
birth: 1906 America
death: 7 May 1907 Manitowoc Rapids, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1907 Manitowoc Rapids
father: C.F. Meinert
mother: Babbara
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
(NOTE: Dates are off on both b. and d.)
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(Note: The age probably should be 15 month old in the news article.)


ANNA MEISNEST

DEATH OF MRS. MEISNEST COMES WITH NO WARNING 
Death came to Mrs. Frank Meisnest, well known resident of Branch, news of 
which shocked the community yesterday, without a moment of warning, Mrs. 
Meisnest being stricken by a fatal attack of heart disease while engaged 
in assisting her husband in the store. Physicians said that death had been 
instantaneous.
Mrs. Meisnest was in apparent robust health and had not experienced any 
illness. She was engaged in placing price tags on goods when suddenly Mr. 
Meisnest, who was near, saw her fall to the floor. Rushing to her assistance 
he was unable to arouse her and found that she had expired. Physicians were 
summoned but to no avail.
A daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Schaffer, of Branch, both of whom survive 
her, Mrs. Meisnest was born at Branch 44 years ago and was married to Mr. 
Meisnest twenty-one years ago, and had always made her home in that town. 
Besides her husband and parents, Mrs. Meisnest is survived by two children, 
Leila, a student at the university who is to graduate in June and Earl, who 
graduates from the eighth grade at Branch in June. Three brothers, Charles, 
this city, William and Benjamin at Branch and two sisters, Mrs. Reinhold 
Clusen and Mrs. Etzler also at Branch, survive.
Funeral services will be held at Branch Friday afternooin charge of the Rev. 
Menke, of this city. Mrs. Meisnest was an active member of the ladies society 
of the church and was beloved by all who knew her and her death will be deeply
_______.
Manitowoc Herald News, May 17, 1922 P. 1


EMMA MEISNEST

Death of Emma Meisnest on Mon. morning, 09 Sept. She was the daughter of
George Meisnest who resides near Branch in Town Manitowoc Rapids and was
20 yrs. 2 mos. and 15 days of age. She was buried yesterday morning in the
cemetery in Branch Mills.
Der Nord Westen, 12 Sept. 1889


ELIZABETH MEISNEST

Miss Elizabeth Meisnest, 94, formerly of 917 Jay St., Manitowoc, died where she 
resided two years.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at First Reformed United Church of 
Christ, Manitowoc, the Rev. Theodore P. Crusius officiating. Burial will be in 
Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Miss Meisnest was born Jan. 9, 1872, at Branch, daughter of the late George and 
Mary Krall Meisnest Sr. She attended district schools at Branch and then worked 
as a seamstress for many years. Later she moved to Manitowoc where she became a 
housekeeper until about 1940 when she began residing with her niece, Mrs. Rueben 
Spoentgen of Manitowoc.
She was a member of First Reformed Church of Christ, an honorary member of the 
Ladies Aid Society and former member of Bethany Aid Society at Branch.
Surviving are a nephew, Earl Meisnest, and a niece, Mrs. Rueben Spoentgen, of 
Manitowoc. Five brothers and four sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Monday until 11 
a.m. Tuesday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 17, 1966  P. 7


ELMER GEORGE MEISNEST

Notes From Branch:
Elmer Meisnest, the 6-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. F.W. Meisnest, died on 
Saturday last. The funeral took place on Monday at the Evergreen cemetery. 
Rev. O.C. Johnson of Manitowoc officiating. The parents have the sympathy 
of their friends and neighbors.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 28, 1907 pg. 8
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Elmer George Meisnest
Death o Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907
Name	Elmer George Meisnest
Sex	Male
Age	7m 4d
Death Date	1907
Death Place	Rapids, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Marital Status	Single
Race	W
Father's Name	Frank Meisnest
Mother's Name	Anna Meisnest
Residence Place	Rapids,
Birth Date	19 Jul 1906
Birth Year (Estimated)	1907
Birthplace	Manitowoc Rapids,
Father's Birthplace	Wis.
Mother's Birthplace	Wis.
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907"
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Elmer Geo Meisnest
Vital o Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907
Name	Elmer Geo Meisnest
Death Date	23 Feb 1907
Death Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Page	0575
"Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907"


ETTA MEISNEST

Mrs. Etta Meisnest, 69, widow of John Meisnest, died yesterday at the homestead 
farm in Manitowoc Rapids, near Branch. She had been ill six months.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the Pfeffer funeral 
home, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen 
cemetery, Branch.
Mrs. Meisnest, nee Etta Brunig, was born in Manitowoc Rapids in 1869 and in 
1892 was married to John Meisnest. They located on a farm near Branch. Mr. 
Meisnest died in 1936.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. George W. Kiel, route 5, Manitowoc, Mrs. 
Fred Zoelk, Neenah, Mrs. Lester Welson, Appleton; two sons, Walter, Port 
Washington, Erwin, on the home farm; two brothers, William, Mishicot, Charles, 
Branch; two sisters, Mrs. Carrie Grobe, Milwaukee, Mrs. Louise Reus, Chicago; 
seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 9, 1938  P. 11
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(Etta/Mrs. John Meisnest/nee Etta Brunig/d. 8 Dec. 1938 from
record of St. John's United Ch. of Christ, Manitowoc)


FRANK MEISNEST

Retired Teacher, Meisnest, Dies
MANITOWOC—Frank W. Meisnest, 80, who retired in 1947 after more than 50 years 
in the teaching profession, died unexpectedly of a heart attack in his room at 
the Badger Hotel, 901 Chicago St., Monday afternoon.
He had complained of chest pains while taking dinner Sunday at the home of his 
son and daughter in law, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Meisnest, of 425 North Fifth St. 
Monday afternoon his son visited his room and found his father seriously ill. 
He died soon after the arrival of a physician.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Urbanek and Schlei 
Funeral Home. The Rev. A. C. Fischer will officiate and burial will be in the 
Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Native of Rapids 
He was born in the town of Manitowoc Rapids in 1874, son of the late George and 
Mary Meisnest. He received his education in the district schools of the county 
and at the age of 15 years started teaching in rural schools. Later he enrolled 
at the University of Wisconsin for three years and was graduated in 1900.
After two years of teaching at Plymouth and three years in the old west side 
high school, he left the teaching profession to operate a geneal store at Branch. 
While at Branch, he served as postmaster, justice of the peace, district school 
clerk and secretary of the Manitowoc and Western Telephone Company.
Taught at Lincoln
In 1923 Meisnest disposed of the business and resumed teaching in city schools. 
He served as principal of the Jefferson and Roosevelt schools and later was a 
political science teacher at Lincoln High School until his retirement.
In 1950 he became a member of the Half Century club at the University of 
Wisconsin.
He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Anna Steffen, in 1922 and by 
twin sons in 1906. 
Survivors are a son, Earl, of Manitowoc; daughter, Mrs. Reuben Spoentgen of 
Manitowoc; two brothers, Charles of Manitowoc and Fred of Seattle, Wash.; and 
a sister, Miss Elizabeth, of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after Wednesday noon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 30, 1954  P. 2
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Married
Mrs. Emma Aastad and Frank Meisnest of this city were married at Pasadena, California 
on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Meisnest are now on an automobile tour through the west and 
will arrive in Manitowoc the latter part of this month, their "home" address being 936 
North Eighth Street.
The couple were sweethearts twenty-five years ago when Mrs. Meisnest was Miss Emma 
Eberhardt of Four Corners. She taught in the rural schools near Manitowoc at that time 
and Mr. Meisnest was also a teacher in the country schools. For a number of years, Mr. 
Meisnest conducted a general store at Branch but disposed of his interests there some 
months ago. He will resume teaching next fall, having secured the principalship of the 
Jefferson school in this city.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 5, 1923
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(Note: This is the second marriage for both. Emma is in Evergreen, Manitowoc)


GEORGE MEISNEST

GEO. MEISNEST DIES AT HIS HOME, BRANCH 
George Meisnest, resident of Manitowoc county for almost three quarters of a 
century, died at his home at Branch at 10 o’clock Sunday morning. Death was 
due to old age but Mr. Meisnest was conscious up to the last and the end came 
as a gentle sleep does to a tired person. The funeral will be held tomorrow, 
Tuesday afternoon from the home at 2 o’clock, the Rev. A. O. Menke officiating. 
Mr. Meisnest was born in Wittenberg Germany August 17, 1833 and would have been 
ninety-one at his next birthday. He came to America and located in this city in 
1853 and two years later moved to Branch where he has resided since. In 1859 he 
was married to Mary Krall, the widow who still survives him and the couple 
celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1909 and in 1919 had a diamond 
celebration on the occasion of their sixtieth wedding anniversary at which the 
children, grand children and great grandchildren were present. Besides the widow, 
eight children, twenty grand children and seven great grand children survive. 
The children are: Mrs. Mary Fetzer of Louisville, Nebraska, Mrs. Louis Bloser, 
residing on a farm near this city, Lizzie Meisnest at home; John Meisnest, on 
the home farm, George, Frank and Charles of this city and Fred Meisnest of 
Seattle, Washington. 
Manitowoc Herald News, July 7, 1924  P. 2
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Notes from Branch:
Mr. and Mrs. George Meisnest Sr., well known pioneer residents of 
our village celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary at their home 
near here on Sunday. The children are Mrs. Louis Bleser of Four 
Corners, Mrs. Chas. Fetzer of Nebraska and Miss Elizabeth of Branch, 
Charles and George of Manitowoc, John and Frank of Branch and Fred, 
who is a professor of German at Seattle University. The children 
were all present with the exception of Fred. A large number of 
friends called at the home Sunday to extend congratulations.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Aug. 22, 1918
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STATE OF WISCONSIN IN CIRCUIT COURT, OCONTO COUNTY
Ernest Miller, Plaintiff, vs
George Meisnest and Mary Meisnest, Defendants.
The above entitled plaintiff having duly recovered a judgment against the above 
named defendants for the sum of Five Hundred Fifty One and 25-100 Dollars, damages 
together with the sum of Twenty Seven and 83-100 Dollars costs, and an execution 
thereon having been duly issued to me, I, the undersigned, will sell for cash at 
public vendue at the hour of nine o'clock in the forenoon of the 22nd day of June, 
1912, at the front door of the post office at Cato, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, 
the following described property or so much as will satisfy said judgment:-Lots 
number, 14, 17, 18 and 21 in block Number 2, in F. Heyroth's Subdivision of a part 
of lot number 17 of the North West Quarter of Section Number 19, Township Number 19, 
North of Range Number 22 East of Manitowoc County, Wisconsin.
May 7th, 1912
Walter E. Pellett, Sheriff of and for Manitowoc County, Wisconsin.
Lehner & Lehner, Plaintiff's Attorneys,
Oconto Falls, Wisconsin.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, May 16, 1912 P. 4


JOHN MEISNEST

JOHN MEISNEST IS VICTIM OF HEART ATTACK
Former Member County Board Dies Friday Night; Funeral To Be Held Monday 
John Meisnest, 73, father-in-law of Chairman George Kiel of the county board, 
and former member of the board from Manitowoc Rapids, died Friday night at 
the farm home a mile west of Branch.
The extreme heat this week so weekend (sic) Mr. Meisnest, who has not been in 
good health the past year that he succumbed to a heart attack early in the 
evening after being taken seriously ill after dinner Friday.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Pfeffer funeral home. 
Interment will be in the cemetery at Branch.
Mr. Meisnest was born in Manitowoc Rapids and spent his entire life on the 
farm. Forty-four years ago he married Miss Etta Brunig of Branch.
He served as a member of the town board in 1914 and 1915. The following year 
he was elected chairman and for seven years represented Manitowoc Rapids on 
the county board. He retired from the board in 1923.
Survivors are his widow; two sons, Erwin, on the home farm, and Walter, Port 
Washington; three daughters, Mrs. George Kiel, Franklin, Mrs. Fred Zoelk and 
Mrs. Lester Welson, both of Neenah; three brothers, Frank, Charles and George 
Meisnest, all of this city; and two sisters, Mrs. Louis Bleser, Manitowoc 
Rapids, and Miss Lizzie Meisnest, city.
The body is at the Pfeffer funeral home and may be viewed from Sunday noon 
until the hour of the services Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, July 11, 1936   P. 2
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(John Meisnest d. July 10, 1936 age 73 yrs. 5 mo. 10 da. from burial records of
St. John's United Church of Christ)


MARY MEISNEST

Mrs. G. Meisnest Passes Away 
Mrs. Meisnest Dies at Branch.
Mrs. George Meisnest, mother of Prof. Charles Meisnest and Frank Meisnest, 
teachers in the city schools, passed away at her home at Branch Saturday night, 
death being due to infirmities of age and hastened by bronchitis from which she 
has suffered for some time. Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 
1 o’clock from the family home at Branch. 
A native of Bohemia, Mrs. Meisnest was born in 1838 and came to America and almost 
directly to Manitowoc county with her parents when twelve years of age. Since that 
time she had been a continuous resident here and was well known and much beloved 
by a large circle of friends. 
Besides her husband, Mrs. Meisnest is survived by eight of eleven children of the 
couple, Mrs. Mary Fetzer of Nebraska, Elizabeth at home, Mrs. Louis Bleser of this 
city, John who has made his home on the homestead, Fred of Seattle, George, Frank 
and Charles of this city. Mrs. Joseph Sladkey and Mrs. Joseph Knop of this city are 
two surviving sisters. Two grandchildren, George and Randolph Stoehr have mdae 
their home with their grandparents since infancy. 
Manitowoc Herald News, January 18, 1926 P. 2
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Notes from Branch:
Mr. and Mrs. George Meisnest Sr., well known pioneer residents of 
our village celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary at their home 
near here on Sunday. The children are Mrs. Louis Bleser of Four 
Corners, Mrs. Chas. Fetzer of Nebraska and Miss Elizabeth of Branch, 
Charles and George of Manitowoc, John and Frank of Branch and Fred, 
who is a professor of German at Seattle University. The children 
were all present with the exception of Fred. A large number of 
friends called at the home Sunday to extend congratulations.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Aug. 22, 1918


ARTHUR J. MEYER

Arthur J. Meyer, age 73, formerly of 3924 Menchalville Rd., Cato, died Friday 
evening, September 3, 1993, at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 7, 1993, at St. Mary's 
Catholic Church, Reedsville. Rev. Nicholas Johannes will officiate. Cremation 
will have taken place with burial of his cremains at Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
He was born November 7, 1919, in the Township of Franklin, Manitowoc County, son 
of the late Joseph and Clara Vogel Meyer. He grew up in the Township of Franklin 
and attended St. Michael's Catholic School at Whitelaw. He farmed in the Township 
of Manitowoc Rapids and the Township of Cato all of his life until his retirement 
in 1981. He was married to Wilma J. Mayer May 11, 1946, at St. Jospeh in Alverno, 
Wis. He is a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville, and the Catholic 
Order of Foresters.
Survivors include his wife, Wilma J. Meyer, Cato; one son and daughter-in-law, 
Randall J. and Linday Meyer, Cato; four daughters and sons-in-law, Judith and Elroy 
Tisler, Cato, Dona and Allan Miller, Brillion, Mary Jo and Michael Schad, Whitelaw, 
Bonnie and David Poquette, Milwaukee; 10 grandchildren, Carrie, Kristan and Kevin 
Miller, Amy, Gina and Adam Meyer, Brianna Schad; five brothers and sisters-in-law, 
Edmund and Lou Meyer, Cato, Martin and Emily Meyer, Manitowoc, Mark and Marion Meyer, 
Crivitz, Richard and Elaine Meyer, Manitowoc, Walter and Eldora Meyer, Manitowoc; 
three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Helen Linder, Evanston, Ill., Caroline and 
Louis Hanna, Manitowoc, Alice Sleger, Two Rivers, Leonard Kopidlansky, Manitowoc. 
Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded 
in death by his parents, two sisters, Josephine Tomchek and Monica Kopidlansky, and 
one brother, Herman Meyer.
Friends may gather with the family following the Mass in the church fellowship hall.
Memorials would be appreciated for St. Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville,or donor's 
choice.
The Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, assisted the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 5, 1993 P. A2


BARBARA MEYER

Mrs. Henry Meyer, 89, of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, died there 
Thursday morning.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at First Reformed 
United church of Christ, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore P. Crusius 
will officiate and burial will be in Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
Mrs. Meyer, nee Barbara Foerster, was born June 24, 1876, at 
Milwaukee, daughter of the late Leonhard and Apolonia Theuringer 
Foerster. She was married to Mr. Meyer Dec. 21, 1904, and the 
couple farmed at Branch. She was a former member of Bethany Aid 
at Branch.
Survivors are two sisters, Mrs. George Beck Sr., and Miss Augusta 
Foerster, of Manitowoc and nieces and nephews. Four sisters and 
two brothers preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. 
Friday until 11 a.m. Saturday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, February 10, 1966 P.11


FREDERICK MEYER

Frederick J. Meyer, 85, retired farmer and saw-mill operator, died
last night at 9:15 at the home of his son, Henry W. Meyer, town of
Rapids. He had been ill for two weeks.
Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at 1:30 from the
Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home and at two o'clock from
the First Reformed church. Burial will be made in the Branch 
cemetery. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Saturday
noon until the time of the services Sunday.
Mr. Meyer was born in Hanover, Germany, January 1, 1852. He came
to America with his parents, Wilhelm and Wilhelmine Meyer, when he
was 15 years of age. The family came directly to Manitowoc and Mr.
Meyer secured employment at Rapids in a sawmill. Later he worked
in Brown County. In 1873 Mr. Meyer married Marie Breyer and the
couple located on a farm in the town of Rapids. Mr. Meyer operated
a sawmill in connection with the farm for some years.
A son and daughter survive. They are Henry W. Meyer, on the home
farm, and Mrs. George W. Lussow, Oak Park, Il. A sister, Mrs. 
George Schmitt, New Holstein, also survives. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, August 13, 1937  P.2
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MEYER, Frederick J.—Age 85, died at the home of his son, Henry W. 
Meyer. Funeral services will be held Sunday, Aug. 15, at 1:30 p.m. 
from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Rev. Gilbert 
Wernecke officiating. Burial will follow at the Branch cemetery. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Saturday afternoon 
on.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, August 13, 1937 


HENRY W. MEYER

Henry W. Meyer, 79, of Rt. 5, Manitowoc, retired Manitowoc Rapids
farmer, died Thursday afternoon at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc,
following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the First Reformed
Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. A.C. Fischer will officiate and burial
will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Branch.
Meyer was born on the homestead farm where he spent his entire life
in 1874, and in 1904 he married Miss Barbara Foerster. He retired
from active farming 17 years ago. His wife is the only survivor.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 2 p.m.
Saturday. The casket will be moved to the church Sunday noon.
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MEYER—Henry W., 79, of Manitowoc, Route 5, died Thursday afternoon 
at the Holy Family Hospital. Funeral services will be held Sunday 
afternoon at 2 p.m. at the First Reformed Church, Manitowoc. The 
Rev. A.C. Fischer will officiate with burial in the Branch Evergreen 
Cemetery. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home after 2 p.m. 
Saturday until 12 o’clock Sunday when the casket will be moved to the 
church to lie in state there until time of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times (Two Rivers Reporter), Friday, October 16, 1953 


MARY MEYER

RESIDENT OF COUNTY FOR 67 YEARS IS DEAD
Death late yesterday afternoon took the wife of another county pioneer, 
Mrs. Frederick Meyer, for 67 years a resident of Manitowoc county, 
practically all of which time was spent in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, 
passing away at her home in the town of Kossuth. She was 83 years of age 
and was born in Hanover, Germany, coming to the states and directly to 
Manitowoc county in 1862.
Mrs. Meyer, nee Mary Breyer, was married to Frederick Meyer in 1873, the 
couple observing their 50th wedding anniversary six years ago. Besides her 
husband, she is survived by one son, Henry Meyer, on the home farm in the 
town of Manitowoc Rapids; one adopted daughter, Mrs. George Lussow of Oak 
Park, Illinois. 
Always a lover of the home and a devout member of the Reformed church of 
Branch, Mrs. Meyer was active in church circles and was for many years a 
member of the Ladies Aid Society. 
Funeral services will be held from the home in Kossuth at 2 o’clock Sunday 
afternoon with services at the Reformed church at Branch later, Rev. Otto C. 
Menke of the Reformed church officiating. Interment will take place at the 
Branch cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, September 27, 1929 


MINA MEYER

Notes from Branch:
Mrs. Meyer, a pioneer resident of Branch, died last Friday at the home of her 
daughter at New Holstein. The remains were brought here for burial. Interment 
at the Branch Evergreen Cemetery on Monday afternoon.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 20, 1917


THOMAS A. MEYER

Thomas A Meyer, 50, of 3018 J-Mar Road, Cato (Branch), died Saturday evening, 
February 10, 1990, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. 
at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Presiding the mass of Christian 
Burial will be Rev. James Stamborski, Msgr. Alfred A. Schneider and Rev. Ronald 
Reimer with burial to follow at Branch Evergreen Cemetery, Branch. Military 
graveside rites will be accorded by VFW Otto-Oas Post 659 of Manitowoc.
Mr. Meyer was born October 22, 1939, at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, son of Theresa 
Wellner and the late Alphonse Meyer. He married the former Mary Lynn Kaiser on 
Septmeber 10, 1966, at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He attended the 
St. Andrew Parochial School, Manitowoc and was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln 
High School Class of 19?? of which he was the class President. He was employed 
at Imperial Eastman for 29 years as a Senior Systems Analyst. Mr. Meyer was a 
member of Branch Firefighers and also coached the Branch Peanut Baseball League 
for nine years. He served in the United States Army in Germany for 1963 until 
1965 with the Rank of SP-4 with Battery C of the First Battalian of the 81st 
Airborne Artiliary.
Survivors include his wife, Lynn Meyer of Branch; two sons, Michael T. Meyer a 
premedical student attending The Univiersity of Wisconsin-Madison and Patrick D. 
Meyer of Branch; a daughter, Jenner Meyer of Branch; his mother, Theresa Meyer 
of Manitowoc; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Matthew (Mike) and Marge Meyer 
of Cleveland, Wisconsin, Ron and Jane Meyer of Manitowoc and Dave and Cindy Meyer 
of Manitowoc; a sister and brother-in-law, Kitty and Peter Rosland of Manitowoc; 
nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends survive.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. this Monday. Prayer 
Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. led by Rev. James Stambroski.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter