HOLY TRINITY KASSON CEMETERY OBITUARIES

Maple Grove Township, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin

EDWARD BETHKE Edward Bethke of Hollandtown died last Tuesday at the age of 71 years, survived by the widow and one son and two daughters, all at home. The cause of death was pneumonia. Decedent was born in Germany coming to America 50 years ago and settling on the farm that has been his home ever since. The funeral will take place tomorrow, services being conducted by Rev. Garthaus at the Kasson catholic cemetery. Interment will be in the Kasson Catholic Cemetery. Brillion News – Feb 5, 1915


MARY BETHKE Miss Mary Bethke, 88, of Calumet Homestead, New Holstein, formerly of Brillion, died at the Homestead Wednesday. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary Catholic church, Brillion. The Rev. Leonard Woelfel will officiate and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery. Miss Bethke was born August 14, 1880, daughter of Edward and Pauline Koerth Bethke and she farmed with two bachelor brothers. They and two sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion after 3 p.m. where at 8 p.m. the Rosary will be recited. Manitowoc Herald Times – Thursday, Nov. 17, 1968


PAULINE BETHKE (d. 1926) Mrs. Edward Bethke died at the home of her son, Andrew Bethke, last Tuesday. The decedent was born in Germany in 1848. She is the widow of Edward Bethke, who died in 1915. Surviving are one son, Andrew of Hollandtown and two daughters, Mary and Lena at home, one brother, Fred Martin, lives in Adams, Wis., and there are three sisters, Mrs. August Steinke, Baraboo, Mrs. August Brown of Marshfield and Mrs. Louis Koerth of Hollandtown. The funeral was held last Friday, services being conducted in the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. Garthaus officiating. Interment was at Kasson. Brillion News – October 8, 1926


PETER BETHKE Peter Bethke Sr., died on December 4th at the home of his son, Peter in the town of Maple Grove. The deceased was born in Germany in 1849 and came to America with his parents in 1855 the family settling in the town of Maple Grove. He was united in marriage to Miss Katherine Pischel of Clark’s Mills who died in 1914. Surviving the deceased are four sons, William, Dan, Peter and Mike all of Maple Grove and two daughters, Miss Julia and Mrs. Josephine Spatchek of Maple Grove. The funeral was held from the Kasson Catholic Church last Monday, funeral services being conducted by Rev. A. Garthaus. Interment was in the Catholic cemetery. Brillion News – December 18, 1925


KATHERINE M. BRUHL Died on Wednesday, Oct. 8, Mrs. Katie Buehl(sic), at the age of 86 years. Decedent was a mother of Mrs. John Geiger of Kasson. The funeral took place from the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. Sprangers officiating. Brillion News, Fri., Oct. 10, 1902


MARY ANN DYKES Mrs. Mayme Dykes of Madison, sister of Mr. Dan Werner of this city, died yesterday morning as the result of a surgical operation. The body will arrive on the 5 o'clock train this evening and will be taken to the residence of her brother. The funeral will take place Sunday forenoon from the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. McGowan of E. Holland officiating. Brillion News, Fri., June 6, 1902


ADOLPH ECKER Adolph Ecker, 76, retired Brillion businessman and farmer, died early this morning at the family home at Brillion after having been ill for a year. Funeral services will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from the Luecker Funeral Home at Brillion and at 9:30 at St. Mary's Catholic church, with burial in the Catholic cemetery adjoining the Holy Trinity church at Kasson. Mr. Ecker was born January 2, 1866, in the town of Maple Grove. He married Margaret Feiber of Cato Falls on May 27, 1886. Six years ago the couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary by attending mass at the same church, St. Mary's at Brillion, where they were married in 1886. It is the church from which Mr. Ecker will be buried on Monday. After their marriage the couple located on a farm in the town of Maple Grove, and operated it until 14 years ago when they retired and moved to Brillion. Mr. Ecker operated a tavern business in Brillion, and at the time of his death was owner of the Brillion Auditorium and movie theater. Surviving him are his widow; two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Schuh of Brillion and Mrs. Louis Popp of Neenah; two sons, Joseph of Brillion and John of Hilbert; three half-brothers, John Steinfest of Brillion, Charles Steinfest of Antigo and Frank Steinfest of Gleason; three half- sisters, Mrs. Edward Clifford of Antigo, Mrs. Emma Gross and Mrs. Alvin Reed of Gleason; and 21 grandchildren. Mr. Ecker was a member of St. Mary's congregation of Brillion and of the Catholic Knights of the parish, and he was affiliated with the Holy Name society of Holy Trinity church at Kasson. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, March 20, 1942 P.2


ELIZABETH ECKER Notes from West Maple Grove: Elizabeth Ecker, wife of Joseph Ecker Sr., a prominent pioneer resident of Maple Grove, died Thursday at the age of 80 years. Deceased was born in Austria and came to this country in 1861. In 1865 she was married at Chilton to Joseph Ecker. One year and eight months ago the old couple celebrated their golden wedding and as both were then in the best of health, there was high hopes that the couple would live to celebrate their diamond wedding. Fate planned otherwise. Mrs. Ecker has been ailing for sometime but was up and around til Wednesday night. She was then stricken with paralysis and died shortly before noon Thursday. She was a good Christian woman and after so many years of residence in this vicinity she will be missed by many. She is survived by her husband, one son, Adolph from here; two brothers, Mike and Paul Moser from here and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Schreiber of Montana and Mrs. Lena Barth of Idaho. The funeral was held Saturday at 7:30 from the Catholic Church at Kasson, Rev. Garthaus performed the last sad rites. It was one of the largest funerals ever held from the church. The outsiders that attended the funeral were Mrs. Gertrude Ecker and Mrs. George Ecker and Mrs. Schtaindel of Birnamwood, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Ciske of Sherwood, Mrs. H. Buss of Lyndhurst, Mr. and Mrs. Blacher, Mrs. Schwartzbaur, Mrs. Bushe and Mr. Sandkvor of Menasha, Mrs. Schreiber and son from Appleton and Mr. and Mrs. Schreiber from Antigo, Mr. and Mrs. M. Weins from Hilbert, Mrs. Mary Moser from Manitowoc, Mr. and Mrs. Chas Fritch of Wayside and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Kleiber of Reedsville. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 6, 1917


FRANK P. ECKER HORSE’S KICK IS FATAL Brillion Lad has Skull Fractured and Dies in Short Time. Frank Ecker, a Brillion boy was killed by the kick of a horse. Ecker entered the stable to care for the animal and was kicked in the head, his skull being fractured by a blow from the animal’s hoof and death resulted in a few hours. The dead boy was a son of Adolph Ecker, a well known resident of the village, and was 18 years old. Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 21, 1910 P. 1 ********** Frank, sixteen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Ecker, died early this morning as a result of being kicked in the head by a horse yesterday. The boy's skull was so badly fractured that prompt medical assistance was unable to save his life. The young man was well known here and very popular and the sympathy of this community is extended to the sadly bereaved parents. Brillion News, Fri., May 20, 1910 ******** The funeral of Frank Ecker, whose sad death we chronicled last week, was held on Monday from the Catholic Church at Kasson, the local branch of Catholic Knights, of which he was a member, attending in a body. Among those who attended the funeral from outside were: Joe Ecker of Milwaukee, Charlie Schmelter, Joe Rose and Anna Kohlbeck of Kenosha, W. Kohlbeck of Marshfield, Mrs. Steinfest and Mrs. Mike Lockerman of Deerbrook.


JOSEPH ECKER Joe Ecker, Sr., died last Tuesday at the age of 76 years. He was ill for a long time although the best of medical service was given him. One son, Adolph, four grandchildren and two great grandchildren and Mrs. John Kleiber, Sr., a half sister, survive. The funeral took place at Holy Trinity Catholic church. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, May 04, 1918, Page 5 ******** The court last week heard the Ecker case. Joseph Ecker died lately leaving an estate of about $20,000. Adolph Ecker of Cato claimed to be the son of the deceased although there was no record of a marriage of his mother and the elder Ecker. Collateral relatives also claimed the estate. Adolph sought to prove in county court that the old man had admitted in writing that Adolph was his son. The law requires this to be done in writing. There was evidence of some such writing having existed many years ago on a fly leaf of an old book. This writing is now lost and its contents can be proved only by oral evidence. The county court held that the relationship had been established and that Adolph Ecker is the rightful heir. A half sister of the deceased Ecker appealed and the testimony was gone over again in circuit court and the matter taken under advisement by the court. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, February 20, 1919 P. 1 ******** TWO MAPLE GROVE COUPLE, WEDDED FIFTY YEARS GO, HOLD JOINT CELEBRATION OF GOLDEN WEDDING TODAY Maple Grove was the scene of an unusual celebration today when two couples, married at the same time fifty years ago, neighbors for half a century on adjoining farms, observed a double celebration of the golden wedding anniversary, recalling the double wedding of 1865. The presence of one of the bridesmaids who attended the couple fifty years ago was an interest incident of today's celebration. Mr. Moser and Mrs. Ecker are brother and sister and both couples are among the best known pioneer residents of Manitowoc county. The weddings were celebrated at the Catholic church at Chilton January 13, 1865 and shortly after the two couples took up their homes on adjoining farms in Maple Grove where they have resided ever since. Mr. Moser is 74 and his wife 72 while Mr. Ecker is 74 and his wife 76. Mrs. Moser's maiden name was Theresa Neuwirth while that of Mrs. Ecker was Elizabeth Moser. All four of the celebrants are hale and hearty despite their ages and made the trip to the church in company today. Mrs. John Klieber, a sister of Mr. Ecker, who was bridesmaid at the wedding, accompanied the golden wedding party today. Rev. Father Gardhans officiated at mass said for the two couple at the Kasson church today, following which the celebrants returned to their homes where a two day celebration is planned, relatives, friends and neighbors being entertained at the Moser home today and at the Ecker home tomorrow. Mr. Moser is a veteran of the civil war, having served with Company G., Fourteenth Wisconsin. Both he and Mr. Ecker have been engaged in farming in the county for years and have amassed a comfortable competence for their reclining days. Congratulations were sent to the couples from many friends in this city. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, January 13, 1916 P.1


MARGARET ECKER Mrs. Adolph Ecker 85, (photo) of 323 Main St., Brillion, died Monday at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Luecker Funeral Home, Brillion, and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Raymond Schauer will officiate and burial will be in the Kasson Catholic Cemetery. She was born Margaret Felber in Cato in 1868 and in 1886 was married to Adolph Ecker. They located on a farm in Maple Grove and 24 years ago moved to Brillion. Her husband preceded her in death. She was a member of the St. Mary congregation, the Christian Mothers and the auxiliary of the American Legion in Brillion. Survivors are two sons, Joseph of Brillion and John of Green Bay; two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Schuh of Brillion and Mrs. Sophia Popp of Neenah; 21 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Tuesday where the rosary will be recited Wednesday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, August 11, 1953 P.15


MARGARETHA FELBER The Call of Death Mrs. Margaret Felber(sic) died last Wednesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Ecker, at the age of 84 years. the funeral will take place tomorrow (Sat.) from the Catholic Church at Kasson. Decedent is survived by four daughters. Brillion News, Fri., Mar. 1, 1912 ******** Rural Route No. 2: Mrs. Margaret Felber died last week Tuesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Adolph Ecker at the age of 82 years. She is survived by four children, namely, Mrs. Adolph Ecker, Mrs. Barbara Schmelter, Mrs. Wolf Kolhlbeck and Mrs. John Kohlbeck. She was buried Saturday from the Catholic Church at Kasson. She was buried Saturday from the Catholic Church at Kasson. Interment at the Kasson Cemetery. Those from outside who attended the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kubale, Wenzel Mandlik and Maggie Mendlik Sr., of Cato Falls, Mr. and Mrs. John Schmidt of Clarks Mills, Frank Mendlick and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Moser Sr. of Manitowoc and Mrs. J. Blahar of Menasha. Card of Thanks We wish to extend our sincere thanks to all who assisted us during the illness and at the funeral of our beloved mother. Mrs. Barbara Schmelter Mrs. John Kohlbeck Mrs. Wolf Kohlbeck Mrs. Adolph Ecker Brillion News, Fri., Mar. 8, 1912


RICHARD FISCHER Richard J. Fischer, loving husband, father and grandfather, 67, 315 Columbus Ave., Brillion, died peacefully with his family at his side on Saturday, April 29, 2006. Dick was born April 29, 1939, son of the late Alex and Marcella (Miller) Fischer. He graduated from Reedsville High School in 1957, then served in the U.S. Army before marrying Helen G. Schuh on Aug. 26, 1967. He was employed by Eck Industries for 34 years before retiring in 2004. He was a member and usher of Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. He was also a member of the Catholic Knights, West Maple Grove Hunting Club and Amvet Post 1032, Reedsville. He enjoyed his grand- children very much as well as playing cards and hunting. Survivors include his wife Helen; three sons and daughter, Chuck (Brenda), Stockbridge and their children Andrea, Olivia and Owen, Kevin (Nicole) and their children Elise and Derek, Mark (Lynn) and their children Andrew, Jack and baby due in June, Connie (Dave) Doege and their children Alexis and Alana, all of Brillion. He is further survived by his family Leland (Kathy), Geraldine (John) Leist, Roger (Joanne), Wayne (Laura), Jackie (Don) Kriescher, Bill (Denise). He is also survived by Helen's family; Elizabeth (Theodore) Giese, Norbert (Carol) Schuh, Edwin (Rosie) Schuh, Pat Schuh, Monica Dresang, Anna Schuh, Regina Fischer and Dori (Jim) Behnke. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother- in-law, George and Lauretta Schuh; brother, Glen; seven brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law; Harold Riemer, baby Alfred Schuh, Richard and Joyce Schuh, Anthony Schuh; Sister Clara Schuh, Francis Dresang, Sebastian Schuh and George Schuh. He was also preceded in death by three grandchildren, Baby Kevin, Baby Fischer and Baby Doege. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, May 3, 2006, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The Rev. Mathew Simonar will officiate. Burial will be in the Holy Trinity. Cemetery, Brillion. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion on Tuesday, May 2, from 4 to 8 p.m. with a prayer service at 7 p.m. Friends may also call at the church on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Richard's name. No newspaper cited


JOYCE MAE FRELICH Girl, 2, Dies After Eating Almost All of Box of Pills Joyce Frelich, 2-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Frelich, town of Maple Grove, died at St. Vincent’s hospital in Green Bay shortly before 5 o’clock Sunday afternoon from the effects of having eaten a large number of tablets prescribed for the child for a kidney ailment. Mary Jane, year-old sister of Joyce, also ate several of the pills and became severely ill but was reported to be in an improved condition today. Stood on Chair According to information obtained by Dr. Theodore Teitgen, Manitowoc county coroner, who was called to the Green Bay hospital last night, the child stepped on a chair and reached into the top shelf of a kitchen cupboard to get the pills. Mrs. Frelich was attending church and her husband and the oldest boy were attending to chores in the barn. A six-year-old son of the Frelichs and the two girls were in the house alone. The six-year-old boy ran out to the barn and told his father what had happened. It is believed that the infant swallowed about three of the pills and the older girl consumed the remaining pills in the box. There were 50 tablets in the box when the prescription was filled last Thursday. The Frelichs reside on Brillion route 1. Funeral Wednesday The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 9 o’clock at the Luecker funeral home at Brillion and at 930 o’clock at Holy Trinity church, Kasson, with burial in the adjoining cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 14, 1943 P. 1


ALBINA FRITSCH Mrs. Charles Fritsch, 64, of route 1, Brillion, died Tuesday at the St. Vincent’s hospital in Green Bay. She had been a patient at the hospital three weeks. Funeral services will be held Friday at 9 a.m. from the Luecker funeral home in Brillion and at 9:30 from the Trinity Catholic church at Kasson. Burial will be in the Kasson Catholic cemetery. Mrs. Fritsch, nee Alvina (sic) Traxler, was born in Austria in 1875 and came to this country with her parents. She was married in 1905 to Mr. Fritsch and they located on a farm near Kasson. The widower is the only survivor. The body may be viewed at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 13, 1940 P. 2


ANDREAS FRITSCH Order to hear Petition for Administration. First publication Sept. 2nd 1886. IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT. In the matter of the Estate of Andreas Fritch (sic), deceased. On reading and filing the petition of Charles Fritch, of the Town of Maple Grove, representing among other things that Andreas Fritch, late of said Town, on the 30th day of June, A.D., 1886, at said Town, died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this State, and that said petitioner is a son of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to Anton Fritch granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard before this Court, on Tuesday, the 28th day of September A.D., 1886, at 10 o'clock A.M., at my office in said County. Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased, and to all persons interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks prior to said day of hearing in the Nord-Westen, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc in said County. Dated at Manitowoc, the 31st day of August, A.D., 1886. Carl H. Schmidt, Co. Judge. Emil Baensch, Attorney. Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, September 2, 1886 P. 5 ********** NOTICE TO CREDITORS. First Publication Sept. 30th 1886. IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT. In the Matter of the Estate of Andreas Fritsch, deceased. TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:-Leteers (sic) of Administration on said Estate of Andreas Fritsch, deceased, having been issued to Anton Fritsch on the 28th day of September, A.D., 1886, 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 last Tuesdays of November 1886, January and March 1887, at the Probate Office in the City of Manitowoc, in said County, receive, examine, and adjust all all (sic) claims, and demands of all persons against said deceased. Dated September 28th, 1886. Carl H. Schmidt, County Judge. Emil Baensch, Attorney. Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, Thursday, October 14, 1886 P. 5


ANTON C. FRITSCH Anton F. Fritsch, 80, of route 4, Manitowoc, retired farmer, died Monday night at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 9 o’clock at Holy Innocents Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. E. A. Radey will officiate and burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson, Wis. Mr. Fritsch was born in Maple Grove in 1871 and 53 years ago married Miss May Heldger in Brillion. They located on a farm in Maple Grove and 12 years ago moved to Brillion. Last year they took up their residence on Menasha Avenue, northwest of Manitowoc. He was a member of the Holy Name Society. Survivors are his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Isabel Peterson of Chippewa Falls, Wis., and Mrs. Verie Porter of Manitowoc; son, Arthur of West DePere; three brothers, Frank of Appleton, and Charles and Leonard of Brillion; sister, Mrs. Sophia Meyer of Appleton; 18 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after Wednesday noon, where the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 25, 1952 P. 2


CHARLES FRITSCH (d. 1954) Charles Fritsch, Brillion, Passes BRILLION, Wis.-Charles Fritsch, 83, Brillion, Rt. 2, died at a Green Bay hospital Friday evening. Mr. Fritsch was born in the town of Maple Grove on June 24, 1871, and is survived by one sister, Mrs. Matt Meier of Appleton. The body is at the Reedsville Co-op Funeral Home where it may be viewed after 10 o'clock Sunday morning. The rosary will be recited at St. Mary Catholic Church in Brillion at 7 o'clock Monday evening and at the funeral home at 8 o'clock Monday evening. The last rites will be conducted at the funeral home at 8:30 Tuesday morning and at St. Mary's Catholic Church by the Rev. Raymond Schauer at 9 o'clock. Burial will be in the Kasson Cemetery. Green Bay Press Gazette, May 1, 1954 P. 15


CHARLEY FRITSCH (d. 1915) Carl Fritsch of Maple Grove died last Saturday at the age of 76 years. This unfortunate old gentleman has for twenty-four years been an incurable invalid, afflicted with chronic rheumatism which has confined him to the house and in fact to one chair during all this time. Death must have been a welcome relief. Decedent was born in Germany and came to America as a young man settling at Milwaukee but a year later moved to the present homestead in Maple Grove. He was a member of the Catholic congregation of Kasson. He is survived by the wife, five sons, Carl, Anton, Frank, Lenhard and Joe; also six daughters, Mrs. Eliz. Heidger, Mrs. Clara Yeffrey, Mrs. Sophie Meyer, Mrs. Lena Busch of Appleton, Mrs. Katie Sch??? Of Oshkosh and Mrs. Mary Marz of Sheldon. Two brothers, Anton of Dorchester and Frank of Antigo also survive. The funeral took place Tuesday from the Kasson Catholic church, Rev. Garthaus officiating. The pall bearers were John and S???? Geiger, Paul Moser, John Caflisch, Jos. Weins and Peter Hoyer. Brillion News, July 2, 1915


JOSEPH FRITSCH Notes from West Maple Grove: Joseph Fritsch died March twenty-fourth at the home of his brother, Leonhardt. He was born in 1868 and has lived here since. He is survived by his aged mother who also lives at the Leonhardt Fritch home and four brothers and six sisters. His brothers are Charles, Anton C. and Leonhardt, all from here; Frank of Menasha; the sisters are Lizzie Heidger, Clara Zeffery and Sophie Meier of Appleton; Katie Schneissel of Oshkosh, Lena Rusch of Eagle River and Mary Marx of Menasha. The funeral took place March the 26th from the Catholic Church at Kasson, Rev. Garthaus conducting the rites. The pallbearers were Adolph Ecker, J. Kleiber, Albert Nagel, Joseph Pritzl, John Mancoske and Jim Connell. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 9, 1925


KATHERINE FRITSCH Mrs. Katherine Fritsch, 85, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Matt Meier, 410 W. Foster st. Thursday morning following a brief illness. She was born in Germany Nov. 29, 1846 (sic) and came to the United States when she was 11 years old. She resided at Woodville for three years but after her marriage to Carl Fritsch moved to Maple Grove where she lived until eight years ago. During the past eight years she had been a resident of Appleton. She was a member of the Christian Mothers society of Holy Trinity church of Kassen (sic). Survivors are four sons, Charles, Leonard, and Anton Fritsch of Brillion and Frank Fritsch of the town of Menasha; six daughters; Mrs. Peter Heidgen and Mrs. Mary Marx, and Mrs. Matt Meier of Appleton, Mrs. Florence Zewffry of Florian, Mrs. John Schiessel of Oshkosh and Mrs. William Rusch of Eagle River; one brother, John Zeininger of Menasha; one sister, Mrs. Jane Johnson of Appleton; 41 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and 12 great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at Sacred Heart church, Appleton, at 9 o’clock Monday morning, the Rev. F. Raussmann officiating. Interment will be in the Kasson cemetery. The body will be removed from the Laemmrich funeral home in Menasha to the residence of Matt Meier Friday afternoon. Appleton Post Crescent, April 14, 1932 P. 4


LEONARD FRITSCH Leonard A. Fritsch, 61, residing on a farm on the outskirts of Reedsville, died Thursday morning following a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and at 9 o’clock at the St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Raymond Schauer will officiate and burial will be in the Kasson Cemetery. Fritsch was born in Maple Grove in 1891 and in 1924 married Miss Rose Koeppel. They located on a Maple Grove farm. Survivors are his wife; two sons, (private); daughter, (private); brother, Charles of Brillion; sister, Mrs. Sophia Meier of Appleton; and two grand- children. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Saturday. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 2, 1953 P. 15


MARY FRITSCH (d. 1957) Mrs. Anton Fritsch, 80, died unexpectedly early Friday morning at the home of a son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Porter, 2241 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 8:30 am Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc and at 9 am at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. E.A.Radey will officiate and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery in the Town of Maple Grove. The former Mary Heidger was born May 8, 1876 in the Town of Harrison, Outagamie county, daughter of the late peter and Mary Hahn Heidger. She was married at Menasha 56 years ago and the couple farmed 40 years before coming to Manitowoc in 1941. Mr. Fritsch died five years ago. She was a member of the Altar Society of the church. Surviving her are a son, Arthur of West DePere, Wis.; two daughters, Isabella Peterson of Cadott, Wis., and Mrs. Verie Porter of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Theresa Heup of Portland, Ore.; 19 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 1:30 p Sunday where the Rosary will be recited by the Altar Rosary Society at 2:30 pm. Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Apr. 12, 1957 page M13


PAUL FRITSCH Notes from West Maple Grove: The funeral of Paul Fritsch took place on Oct. 9 at the Holy Trinity Church near Kasson. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Fritsch. He was 14 years of age. He is survived by his parents, one brother, Arthur at home and two sisters, Mrs. V. Porter of Manitowoc and Mrs. Laurence Peterson of Chippewa Falls. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Oct. 18, 1923


ROSIE FRITSCH Mrs. Rose Fritsch, 68, a Manitowoc resident, died Wednesday at Manitowoc County Hospital. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. John Hephner will officiate and burial will be in Klasson (sic) Holy Trinity Cemetery, Brillion. Mrs. Frutsch (sic), nee Rose Koeppel, was born May 11, 1904, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Anton and Francis Grall Koeppel. She was married to Leonard Fritsch in 1924 at St. Michael Catholic Church, Whitelaw. Her husband preceded her in death July 2, 1953. Survivors include two sons, (private); a brother, Frank, of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Cecelia Kaderabek, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc; 19 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A daughter, Audrey Fritsch Krueger, preceded her in death in 1955. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 9 p.m. Thursday, where memorial services will be at 8 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, Wednesday, March 21, 1973 P. 23


BARBARA GEIGER FORMER NATIVE OF WHITELAW DIES AT APPLETON Burial of Mrs. Simeon(sic) Geiger, 76, former Whitelaw resident, who passed away last week at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Henry Bruehl at Appleton, took place on Monday at Brillion and later from the Holy Trinity church at Kasson. Six nephews of the deceased acted as pall bearers. Mrs. Geiger was born in Germany in June, 1854 (sic). At the age of nine years she came to this country with her parents, who settled at Whitelaw. In 1873 she was united in marriage to Simeon Geiger, who preceded her in death nine years ago. She made her home on a farm in Calumet county until three years ago when she left for Appleton to make her home with her daughter, Mrs. Henry Bruehl. Nine children survive, five sons, Andrew Geiger of Neenah, John of Chippewa Falls, Daniel, Robert and Peter Geiger of Brillion, and four daughters, Mrs. Henry Bruehl of Appleton, Mrs. Chas. Geise, of Brillion; Mrs. Tom Brantmeyer of Menasha, and Mrs. Richard Vogel of Newton. There are also 42 grand children, and four great-grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, October 23, 1930 P.2 ******** West Maple Grove Mrs. Sim Geiger met with an accident last Sunday at church. While Mike Becker was backing his car she happened to be behind it. The fendeer striking her, she fell and one of the wheels rode over both her feet. Although it was quite serious, she is getting along nicely. Brillion News - Fri., Aug. 4, 1916


BARTHOLOMEUS GEIGER (From the correspondent in Brillion, 07 Feb.) Death on Thurs. of Mr. Pat. Geiger(sic) in Town Maple Grove. He was buried on Sun. in the Catholic Church of Kasson. Der Nord Westen, 16 Feb. 1893 ********* (Per obit he d. on Thurs. before the 7th which was Feb. 2) ********* Bartholemew Giger Wisconsin, Death Records Name Bartholemew Giger Event Type Death Event Date 1893 Event Place Maple Grove, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Gender Male Age 38 Marital Status Married Race w Occupation Farmer Birth Date 09 Jun 1853 Birth Year (Estimated) 1855 Birthplace Germany Cemetery Rom. Cath. Cemetery Father's Name Simon Giger Mother's Name Elizabeth Giger Spouse's Name Minnie Giger ********* Bartholemew Giger Wisconsin Death Index Name Bartholemew Giger Event Type Death Event Date 22 Feb 1893(sic) Event Place Manitowoc, Wisconsin Page 0395 ********** GIGER Bartholemew Feb 22 1893 v.4 p.180 (Manitowoc co. record) ********** (First publication Mar. 23, 1893.) No. 17 STATE OF WISCONSIN.-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNT. In Probate. In the matter of the estate and of the last will and testament of Bartholoma (sic) Geiger,deceased. Notice is hereby given that thete (sic) is now pending in this court the petition of Jacob Reichardt, of said county, praying that the executrix of the last will and testament of Bartholoma Geiger late of the town of Maple Grove, in said county, deceased, testate, be authorized and directed, by order of this court, to convey to the petitioner the following described real estate situated in said Manitowoc county to-wit: The east half of the north-west quarter of section 18 in township 20, north. of range 21, east containing about eighty acres of land, more or less, pursuant to a contract in writing made by said deceased and wife in his lifetime, with petitioner. And that said petition be heard at a special term of this court, to be held at the office of the county judge in the city of Manitowoc in said county on the second Tuesday (being the 9th day) of May, A.D. 1893 at 10 o'clock in the forenoon of that day. Dated March 20th, 1893. By the court, Emil Baensch, County Judge. Schmitz & Kirwan, Attys. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, March 23, 1893 P. 2


DANIEL P. GEIGER Route 2 Brillion Age 74, passed away at a Green Bay hospital after a short illness Saturday afternoon. He was born February 1, 1894 in the town of Brillion. He married Ida Vogel of Whitelaw on June 20, 1917. He operated the Geiger Homestead and the Tri-County Farms with his son until he retired in 1951. He was one of the original organizers of the Brillion Farmers Co-Op. He was a member of the Holy Name Society. The Geigers observed their Golden Wedding Anniversary June, 1967. Survivors include his wife, Ida; five daughters, Mrs. Edward (Hilaria) Dvorachek, Reedsville, Mrs. Joseph (Ida) Juckem, Chilton, Mrs. Michael (Deloros) Diny, Hollandtown, Mrs. Allen (Rita) Whittmann, and Mrs. Albert (Germaine) Brick, both of Brillion; three sons, Bernard, Daniel Jr., and Elmer, all of Brillion; a son Norbert preceded him in death in 1966; 50 grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Richard Vogel, Manitowoc; one brother, Peter, Brillion; three sister and five brothers preceded him in death. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Weiting Funeral Home, Brillion and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion with Rev. Leonard Woelfel officiating. A solemn High Mass will be held. Burial will be at Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson. Friends may call at the Weiting Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Tuesday and the rosary will be prayed at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Appleton Post Crescent, March 4, 1968 P. 30 ******** (16 Feb 1894/Mar 1968/SSDI) ******** Notes from West Maple Grove: Many from here attended the wedding of Dan Geiger and Ida Voget at Whitelaw last Wednesday. The young couple will make their home on a farm near Kasson. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 28, 1917


DIANE GEIGER Diane Gerolyn Geiger, five-month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Geiger of Rt. 2, Brillion, died unexpectedly Sunday at home. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Leonard Woelfel will officiate and burial will be in Casson Cemetery, Brillion (sic). Diane Geiger was born Aug. 19, 1968, at Green Bay, daughter of Raymond F. and Shirley Fischer Geiger. Besides her parents, she is survived by a sister, (private), and two brothers, (private); maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Fischer, of Brillion; and paternal grandmother, Mrs. Mary Geiger, of Reedsville. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, after 4 p.m. Tuesday until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 27, 1969 P. 11


FLOYD GEIGER The four month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Gieger, died on New Year's Day. The child had been ill with whooping cough for some time which later developed into pneumonia and caused his death Friday. He is survived by his parents, one sister, Geraldine and three brothers, Richard, Peter and Jackie, all of Brillion. Funeral services were held Monday morning at 9:30 at the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. J. Kraus officiating. Interment was in the Kasson Catholic Cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, Jan. 5, 1932 ******** (Although no first name is given, it appears the obit is for Floyd)


FRANCIS E. GEIGER Brillion Crossing Wreck Injures Driver Fatally Francis E. Geiger Killed When Car Runs Into Train BRILLION—Francis F. Geiger, 22, of Rt. 1 died early Thursday morning of injuries sustained Wednesday night when his car crashed into the side of a switch train at a grade crossing near the city limits. George _(underinked)_was en route to the city from the farm home to pick up his mother, Mrs. Mary F. Geiger, at her place of employment about 10:50? o’clock when his car smashed into a North Western Road line freight. (part of the article not transcribed) Geiger had been home since last fall after serving with the Armed Forces and was employed in the maintenance department of Brillion Iron Works Inc. His mother was widowed about 20 years ago when her husband Frank was killed in a gravel truck accident at a county trunk intersection just north of Brillion. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Monday at Wieting Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church with the Rev. Raymond Schauer officiating. Burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery at Kasson. Native of Maple Grove Geiger was born May 25, 1935, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late Frank and Mary Dvorachek Geiger. He spent his entire life in the Brillion area except the period between September, 1955, and September 1957 when he served in the U.S. Army. He was a graduate of St. Mary Grade School, and was graduated from Brillion High School in 1953. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of the church and the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin. Survivors include his mother, three brothers, (private); two sisters, (private); grandmother, Mrs. Francis Dvorachek of Rt. 2, Brillion, nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Saturday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. and again at 8 p.m. Sunday. The Rosary will also be recited at the church at 7 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 3, 1958 pp. 1, 19


FRANK GEIGER Auto Crash Fatal To Town Assessor Frank Geiger, 36, Maple Grove town assessor and prominent farmer, was fatally injured early Saturday evening when the car in which he was a passenger was sideswiped by another machine on a highway three miles northeast of the village of Brillion. Geiger, who sustained a fractured skull and a broken arm, died 10 hours later in a Green Bay hospital. Tossed Against Windshield The dead man was en route north with Herman Strobel, Brillion cheesemaker, on a hunting trip in the latter’s car when the accident happened. The Strobel machine, bound north on the former Highway 10 route, met a car driven by Theodore Kersten, Hollandtown. The machines, in endeavoring to pass each other, sideswiped and Geiger was thrown violently against the windshield. An ambulance summoned from Brillion conveyed Geiger to a Green Bay hospital. He died Sunday morning. Mr. Kersten, driver of the other machine, sustained several broken ribs and internal injuries. Strobel was only slightly hurt. Kersten and Strobel were taken to the office of a Forest Junction physician to have their injuries cared for. Both automobiles were badly wrecked although neither machine overturned. Funeral services for Mr. Geiger will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. from the St. Mary’s Catholic church at Brillion. Interment will be in the Kasson cemetery. The deceased was born in the (Continued on page 9) AUTO CRASH FATAL TO TOWN ASSESSOR (Continued from Page 1) town of Maple Grove in 1899 and always resided there. For many years he has operated a farm three and a half miles northeast of Brillion. He was a member of the Holy Name society and the Catholic Knights. Mr. Geiger was serving his second term as assessor of the town of Maple Grove. He was married Oct. 19, 1926 to Mary Dvorachek, at Reedsville. Survivors are his widow; two daughters, Alice and Audrey; four sons, Harold, Norman, Raymond and Francis; five brothers, Henry, George, John, Edward, and Emery, Brillion; six sisters, Mrs. Clara Laurson, Menasha, Mrs. May Cummings, Chicago, Lena, Maple Grove, Mrs. Celia Pritzl and Mathilda, city, Mrs. Eleanor Rappel, Sheboygan; and a mother, Mrs. Mary Geiger, Brillion. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 2, 1935 pp. 1, 9


GERALD FRANK GEIGER Infant Child Is Buried At Brillion Brillion—Gerald Geiger, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Norbert Geiger of Route 1, Brillion, died Monday at a Green Bay hospital. The child was 10 days old. Survivors are the parents, maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Kapidlansky of Cato and the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Geiger, of Brillion. Funeral services were held this morning at 9 o’clock at St. Mary’s Catholic church at Brillion with the Rev. Raymond Schauer officiating. Burial was made in the Catholic church cemetery at Kasson. Sheboygan Press, October 20, 1943 P. 6


IDA GEIGER Mrs. Daniel Ida Geiger Sr., 74, of Rt. 2, Brillion, died Saturday at a Green Bay Hospital. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Wieting Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. G. Dowling will officiate and burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson. Mrs. Geiger, nee Ida Vogel, was born Sept. 12, 1896, at Whitelaw, daughter of the late John and Mary Spaeth Vogel. She was married to Daniel Geiger June 20, 1917, at Whitelaw. The couple farmed in the Brillion area until retirement in 1951. They celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in June of 1967. Her husband preceded her in death in 1968. Mrs. Geiger was a member of St. Mary Church and the Christian Mothers Society of the church. Survivors include three sons, Bernard, Daniel Jr., and Elmer of Brillion; five daughters, Mrs. Edward (Helaria) Dvorachek of Rt. 2, Reedsville, Mrs. Joseph (Ida) Juchem of Rt. 1, Chilton, Mrs. Michael (Dolores) Diny of Holandtown, Wis., and Mrs. Allen (Rita) Wittmann and Mrs. Albert (Germaine) Brick of Brillion; three brothers, Frank, Richard and Bernard of Manitowoc; a sister, Sister Robert, of Holy Family Convent, Manitowoc; 51 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A son, Norbert, preceded her in death in 1966 and six sisters, two brothers and two grandchildren also preceded. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday where a wake service will be at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 25, 1971 P. 7 ******** Notes from West Maple Grove: Many from here attended the wedding of Dan Geiger and Ida Voget at Whitelaw last Wednesday. The young couple will make their home on a farm near Kasson. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 28, 1917


JEFFREY G. GEIGER Jeffrey Geiger, formerly of Brillion, died July 5, 2012 in Chicago, IL. Jeff was born on December 1, 1964, son of Ray and Shirley Geiger. He graduated from Brillion High School, class of 1983. Jeff proudly served in the United States Army from August 1983 through August 1985. He worked at Charlie’s for 15 years, as well as worked part time at Advance Event Group, a group that helped raise thousands of dollars for local Chicago organizations like Vital Bridges and Autism Speaks. Jeff is survived by his parents, Ray and Shirley of Brillion; two brothers and two sisters-in-law, David (Nancy) and Jay( Stacy) all of Brillion; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Donna (Joe) Bauer of Sheboygan Falls and Jodi (Darren) Vandehei of Oneida; three nephews, Bryan Geiger, Rylan Vandehei and Daniel Geiger; three nieces, Rachel (fiancée Ken) Geiger, Christine (Nick) Perrone and Hope Geiger; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents; a sister, Diane Geiger; a nephew, Quentin Geiger; twin nieces, Emily and Josephine Geiger and other relatives. Private services were held by Father Timothy Brandt and the burial took place in Kasson Cemetery. Brillion News – July, 2012


JOHN GEIGER (d. 1923) John Geiger, a prominent resident of the town of Maple Grove, died at his home last week Thursday after a long illness. He was born in 1860 on the homestead farm which has been his home since. After the death of his parents he took over the farm which is one of the best in this section, the fruit of his long years of thrift and steady industry. A portion of the Kettle moraine traveres the land containing a rich vein of fine sand and gravel for which is great demand existed and Mr. Geiger came to be known as the “Gravel King.” In 1887 he was united in marriage to Miss Mary Brill (sic) of Darboy who now survives him. He is also survived by six sons, George and Henry Geiger residing in the city, Edward, John and Emmerich at home and Frank of Manitowoc. There are six daughters, Mrs. Clara ??? of Plainfield, Il., Miss Lena of this city, Mary of Chicago and Elnore, Mathilda and Celia at home. Likewise, two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Hopfenberger of Appleton and Mrs. Ed. Schrage of Menasha. He was a member of the Kasson Branch of the Catholic Knights. The funeral was held on Monday services being conducted in the Catholic Church at Kasson by Rev. Garthaus. Interment in the Catholic Cemetery at Kasson. Brillion News – November 30, 1923 ********* News article: ALMOST A TRAGEDY John Geiger has a well near his barn. Their well comprises an old dug well 14 ft. deep, lined with stone and when its water supply became insufficient it was drilled down to a great depth. For three years this well was unopened. As it contained no water, it was never thought necessary to open it. A short time ago, however, John decided to examine this old well and last Saturday he and his two sturdy sons (chips off the old block) Henry and Eddie, removed the cover and John prepared to descend. He is a powerful man in robust health and as he had often previously done, went into the dark hole without the use of a ladder, bracing himself entirely with hands and feet, the apertures between the stones of the lining walls afforded good holds. In telling his story to the NEWS, John said that when he started to go down he had a premonition of danger but thought little of it, supposing his nervousness to be due only to advancing age and with his two sons looking on, he was too gamey to back out of his job. However, he was quickly to find that his courage alone would not avail against the enemy lurking at the bottom of that well. For after descending a number of feet, he felt a choking sensation accompanied by dizziness and a constriction in the chest. He felt himself growing weak and unable to speak and had to gasp for breath. He thought, perhaps the boys had jokingly closed the well at the top and that the air had become too close, but looking up he saw the well was open at the top. It was at this point that John decided discretion to be better than valor. He felt terribly weak but thoroughly alarmed at his condition he exerted the last ounce of his strength to climb back to Gods fresh air. That little speck of sky above looked like heaven to him and it is safe to say that no man ever strove for it more sincerely than John did at that very moment. He managed to get out all right and was weak and panting for breath for 20 minutes. But he still did not know what the trouble was. There had been no odor in the well to betray the deadly gas that had been stored there for three years. He simply thought at the moment that he was a "has been" and no longer able to do what he once could. So they decided to get a ladder and let the boys do the investigating. Henry descended first but before he reached the bottom, he likewise had to give it up. Then Eddie tried it with the same result. The boys were not so badly affected as their valiant father but after the second son's attempt, they reached the conclusion that dead gas had affected them. John was told at the drug store that had he not beat a retreat so promptly, he would have had a quick death at the bottom of the well and it is possible that in attempting to get their father out, the boys would have met a similar fate. John says it was the closest shave he ever had and he wants us to publish this story to serve as a warning to others of the danger there may be in recklessly descending into old wells and we agree with him. Brillion News, Fri., Aug. 22, 1913


JONATHAN GEIGER (d. 1986) Jonathan David Geiger, 4 months old of Route 2, Sunnyslope Road, Brillion, died Thursday, March 20, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. Private family Mass will be held at 11 am Saturday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Askeaton. Rev. David Koehne will officiate with burial to follow at Kasson Cemetery. Jonathan was born November 26, 1985 at Green Bay, son of David and Jean Ley Geiger. Jonathan was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, Askeaton. Survivors include his parents, his paternal grandparents, Bernard and Katherine Geiger of Brillion; his maternal grandparents, Don and Ann Ley of Greenleaf; his maternal great grandmother, Erma Heimerl of DePere and many aunts and uncles also survived. Private visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 9:30 am until the hour of service. Wieting Funeral Home of Brillion is assisting the family with arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., March 21, 1986 page 17


JOSEPH GEIGER (d. 1921) The remains of Joseph Geiger, who died suddenly after a day's work in the Northern Hospital, was taken to the home of his wife's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wittman, and was buried from there Monday from the Kasson Catholic church. Manitowoc Herald News, April 12, 1921 P. 5


JOSEPH GEIGER (d. 2015) Joseph Norvin Geiger, age 83, of Brillion, died unexpectedly of a massive stroke on Friday, April 24, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton. He was born on May 20, 1931 in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late Frank and Mary (Dvorachek) Geiger. He married Lorraine Gregorie on September 15, 1956 at St. John the Baptist Church in St. John. Joe served in the US Army from 1953 – 1955. After his military service he came back and worked the family farm and was a maintenance journeyman at the Brillion Iron Works, retiring in 1996. Joe enjoyed hunting on his own land with his family and gathering sap for maple syrup from the trees in his yard and in his wood, playing sheepshead and cribbage with family and friends and traveling and taking cruises with Lorraine. He loved family gatherings at the farm with his wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Joe was an active member of Holy Family Parish in Brillion where he volunteered as an usher, a funeral mass service, served on the cemetery committee and was caretaker for Kasson Holy Trinity Cemetery. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 126 of Brillion, where he served as chaplain and was the Honor Guard Commander for 15 years. He was a long time member of the West Maple Grove Hunting club. During his retirement, Joe volunteered for the Meals on Wheels program for 16 years and also worked at the MG Recycling Center. Survivors include his wife, Lorraine, his children, Allan Geiger of Green Bay, Laurie (Mike) Kirkpatrick of Greenville, Tom (Mary Kay) Geiger of Brillion, a daughter-in-law, Jane Geiger of Courtland, OH; 14 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; two sisters, Alice (Joe) Hoyer of Brillion; Audrey O’Neil of Green Bay; a brother, Ray (Shirley) Geiger of Brillion and many other relatives and friends. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Steve; two brothers and a sister-in- law , Francis Geiger, Harold (Lorraine) Geiger and a brother-in-law, Joe O’Neil. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 29 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Timothy Brandt will officiate. Burial will be in Kasson Holy Trinity Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and then again at the church on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. There will be a parish prayer service at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday evening. Military Honors will take place immediately following mass on Wednesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Joe’s name. Manitowoc Herald Times – April 27, 2015


MARY GEIGER (d. 1938) Mrs. Mary Geiger, 71, of route 1, Brillion, died suddenly of a heart attack Saturday night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fred Cummings, in Chicago. Mrs. Geiger, who had gone to Chicago last week with her daugheter, Lena, on a visit, was seated in a chair conversing when stricken. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. from the St. Mary’s Catholic church, Brillion. There will be a solemn high mass. Interment will be in the Kasson Catholic cemetery. Mrs. Geiger, nee Mary Bruehle??, was born in Milwaukee in 1866 and when a girl her parents located at Darboy, Outagamie county. In 1887 she was married to John Geiger and they located on the homestead farm near Brillion. Mr. Geiger died in 1923. Mrs. Geiger was a member of the Christian Mothers of the Holy Trinity church, Kasson. Survivors are six daughters, Mrs. Richard Lornson, Menasha, Mrs. Fred Cummings, Chicago, Mrs. Oscar Rappe, Sheboygan, Mrs. Frank Pritzl, city, Mrs. William Fischer and Miss Lena Geiger, Brillion; five sons, George, Henry, Edward, John and Emory, all of Brillion; brother, Anton, Menasha; 24 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. The body was brought to Brillion last night from Chicago and may be viewed at the Geiger home on route 1, Brillion. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 24, 1938 P. 2 ******* (Note: Birth year in obit doesn't match tombstone)


MARY GEIGER (d. 1992) Mary F. Geiger, 89, of San Luis Manor, Green Bay, formerly of Reedsville, died Tuesday, December 8, 1992, at the Manor after a brief illness. Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. on Friday, December 11, 1992, at St Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville, Father Nicholas Johannes officiating with burial at Holy Trinity Cemetery at Kasson. She was born March 22, 1903, in the town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late Joseph and Frances Burich Dvorachek. She was married to Frank Geiger on October 19, 1926, in Reedsville. She farmed in the town of Maple Grove until 1958, when she moved to Reedsville. She was a member of St Mary's Catholic Church, Reedsville, a Charter Member of St. Mary's Christian Mothers, Brillion, the St. Anne's Alter Society of Reedsville, the Catholic Knights Branch 83 of Brillion and was president of San Luis Manor Resident Council of Green Bay. Survivors are two daughters and sons-in-law Alice and Joe Hoyer, Brillion, Audrey and Joe O'Neil, Green Bay; three sons and daughters-in-law, Harold and Lorraine Geiger, Reedsville, Joe and Lorraine Geiger, Raymond and Shirley Geiger, all of Brillion; twenty one grandchildren, twenty five great grandchildren; one brother and sister-in-law, Adolph and Caroline Dvorachek, Reedsville; five sisters-in-law, Rose Dvorachek, Milda Dvorachek and Rose Geiger, all of Brillion, Adela Dvorachek, Whitelaw, Cecelia Pritzl, Manitowoc; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Oscar and Grace Rappel, Sheboygan. Her husband Frank preceded her in death on December 1, 1935. Also preceding is one son, Francis in 1958; two grandchildren; two great grand-children; four brothers, Joe, John, Frank and Steve. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville, from 4-9 p.m. on Thursday and on Friday from 7:45 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. and at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of service. The St. Anne's Alter Society Rosary will be at 7:45 p.m., followed by the Parish Vigil at 8:15 p.m. on Thursday. The Geiger family extends a special thanks to the staff and volunteers of San Luis Manor for the tender loving care given to Mary. Manitowoc Herald Times, Dec. 9, 1992 (Sent in by family researcher/see contributors page)


MONICA F. GEIGER Monica Anna Francis (Kopidlansky) Geiger, age 85, a resident of Brillion, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007, while visiting her brother in Florida. She was born on Nov. 28, 1921, daughter of the late Albert and Mary (Radey) Kopidlansky. She married Norbert B. Geiger on Aug. 12, 1942 at St. Patrick Church in Maple Grove. He preceded her in death on Aug. 6, 1966. She farmed in the town of Brillion until 1988. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Brillion, the Christian Mothers, the KP Homemakers, the Catholic Women's Club, and also served as president of the Carmelites. Monica loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, attending their many activities. She also enjoyed her many outings with numerous other relatives and friends. Many of her days were spent volunteering at her church. She liked gardening, farming, feeding the birds, playing cards, following her favorite sports teams, red wine, and sharing her kolaches. But most of all she loved the Lord. Survivors include her children, grandchildren and great- grandchildren: James and Betty Geiger; Cathy (Eric) Pagel; (Ashley and Alex Pagel); Holly (Matthew) Brick; James Geiger II and John Geiger; Sandra and Michael J. Siehr, Sarah, Gabriel and Laura Siehr; Norbert and Colette Geiger Jr.; Joshua Geiger; Melissa (Andrew) Ott and Kayla Geiger, Randy and Rosalie Geiger, Corey Geiger (fiance: Krista Knigge); and Angela (Nate) Zwald; Dennis and the late Barbara Schmitz, Camilla Schmitz, Matthew Schmitz (Justine and Alicia Schmitz), Tiffany Schmitz and Andrew Schmitz, Michael and Karen Geiger, Andrea, Megan and Erik Geiger, Martha and Earl Haag, Zachary, Jacob and Lucas Haag, Monica and Anthony Schmidt; Olivia (Ryan) O'Keefe; Taylor (Katie) Schmidt, (Malachi Schmidt), Monika (Nathan) Behnke and Anna Schmidt; Paul and Karen Geiger; Brandi (Tim) Trace; (Karter and Cale Trace), Adriane (Jeff) Thiel, (Rayna Thiel) and Robbie Kruse; Albert and Kay Lynn Geiger; Brooke, April and Breanna Geiger; Mary Ann and Steve Piepenburg; Miranda, Mitchell and Michelle Piepenburg; Simon and Rhonda Geiger, Adam, Stephanie and Philip Geiger; two sisters: Marge (Isadore) Brandl and Judy (Leonard) Denor; two brothers: Victor (Diana) Kopidlansky and Paul Kopidlansky; six sisters-in-law and eight brothers-in-law: Mary Kopidlansky; Ginny Chasensky; Hilaria Dvorachek; Bernard and Kathryn Geiger, Daniel and Beverly Geiger, Joseph Juckem; Elmer and Bernice Geiger; Michael and Delores Diny; Allen and Rita Wittmann; and Albert Brick. Also surviving are godchildren: Janet Geiger Juckem; Darlene Dvorachek Zirngibl; and Mary Jo Kopidlansky Haese. She was preceded in death by a son: Gerald; a daughter: Barbara Schmitz; a granddaughter: Hannah Geiger; a great-grandson: Kean O'Keefe; her mother-in-law and father-in-law: Daniel and Ida Geiger Sr.; three sisters: Ann (Ray) Chasensky; Mary (Elmer) Reindl; and Catherine Kopidlansky; three brothers: Frank (Marge) Kopidlansky, Albert (Mary) Kopidlansky and Edward (Patricia) Kopidlansky; also preceded are three sisters-in-law: Joan Kopidlansky; Ida Juckem; and Germaine Brick; a brother-in-law: Edward Dvorachek, as well as a godchild: William Brandl. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 19, 2007, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The Rev. Mathew Simonar will officiate. Burial will be in the Kasson Cemetery. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion on Sunday, Feb. 18 from 3 to 8 p.m. and again at the church on Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass. Memorial funds have been established in Monica's name. Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 17, 2007


NORBERT B. GEIGER Norbert B. Geiger, 46, of R. 1. Brillion, father of 12, died suddenly at his home Saturday following a heart attack. He was born June 6, 1920, at Brillion, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Geiger Sr., and was married Aug. 12, 1942, to Monica Kopidlansky. They operated a farm north of Brillion. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Brillion, the Holy Name Society, was a Brillion township supervisor at the time of his death, a member of the National Farmers Organization and the Brillion school building committee. Surviving are his wife; five daughters, (private); seven sons, (private); his mother, Mrs. Daniel Geiger Sr., Brillion; five sisters, Mrs. Edward Dvorchek, Reedsville, Mrs. Joseph Juckem, Chilton, Mrs. Michael Diny, Hollandtown, and Mrs. Allen Wittman and Mrs. Albert Brick, both of Brillion; and three brothers, Bernard, Daniel Jr., and Elmer, all of Brillion. A son preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at the Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, at 10 a.m. Tuesday and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church with Msgr. Orville Griese, pastor, the celebrant of the requiem Mass. Burial will be in Kasson Cemetery, rural Brillion. Friends may call until the hour of services. The rosary will be at 8 o’clock tonight. Sheboygan Press, August 8, 1966 P. 14


SIMON GEIGER (d. 1921) Simon P. Geiger, an old and respected citizen of Maple Grove died at his home last Monday at the age of 74 years. Deceased was born in Germany and came to America with his parents in 1856, settling in Menasha. Three years later the family moved to the farmstead north of this city where Mr. Geiger has lived since and which is now owned by his son, Dan Geiger. The decedent is survived by the widow and five sons and four daughters. The sons are John of Cosco, Andrew, Peter, Dan and Robert of the town of Brillion, Mrs. Chas Giese of Maple Grove, Mrs. Vogel of Newton, Mrs. Henry Brill of Appleton and Mrs. Tim Brantmeyer of Galesburg. One brother, John of Maple Grove and two sisters, Mrs. Hopfensberger of Appleton and Mrs. Schrage of Menasha also survive. The funeral took place yesterday from the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. Gerthans officiating. The funeral was attended by the Catholic Knights of which he was a member. Brillion News – April 15, 1921 ******** News article News has just reached us that fire destroyed two of Simon Geiger's barns this morning. The fire started in an old log barn, cause unknown, and the structure stood about 50 feet from a large new barn, stocked with this year's harvest and hay. Sparks from the smaller building lodged on the new barn and got into the grain and this building with contents was also completely destroyed. Brillion news, Fri., Aug. 16, 1912


SIMON P. GEIGER (d. 1898) Sim Geiger, Jr. died Wednesday morning after an illness of about a week. He took sick in church Monday of last week and became seriously ill the next day. He was sixteen years of age and had many friends here who extend their heartfelt sympathy in the bereaved parents. The funeral services were held today at the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. Father C?? officiating. The Catholic Knight of Brillion attended the funeral in a body. Brillion News, Dec. 1, 1898


STEVEN J. GEIGER (d. 1990) Steven Joseph Geiger, 33, of 721 Emery Street, Longmont, Colorado, formerly of Brillion, died Wednesday, September 12, in Colorado, following an automobile accident. Funeral services were held Monday at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Brillion. Burial was in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson. He was born June 20, 1957 in Green Bay, son of Joe and Lorraine Gregoire Geiger. He married Mary Jane Palivoda on April 30, 1987 in Longmont. He was employed by the R.J.C. Construction Company of Bolder, Colorado. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Church in Longmont. Survivors include his wife, Mary Jane; a daughter, Krista Lauren at home; his parents, Joe and Lorraine Geiger of Brillion; paternal grandmother, Mary Geiger of Green Bay; his maternal grandmother, Emma Gregoire of Hilbert; his father-in- law, Michael Palivoda of Mecca, Ohio; three sisters, Laurie Geiger and special friend, Mike of Appleton; Lisa Geiger of Appleton; his godchild, Sara Geiger at home; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Allan at home, Tom and Mary Kay of Brillion, Kevin and Sue of Reedsville; two brothers-in-law, Frank and Mike Palivoda, Andover, Ohio; four sisters-in-law, Sondra Schmidt of Cohasset, Ma., Anna Palivoda of Buffalo, New York, Theresa Palivoda of Cleveland, Ohio, Elizabeth Palivoda of Mecca, Ohio; two nieces, Nichole and Tara Geiger of Brillion; four nephews, Nathan Geiger of Brillion, Harrison and Alexander Schmidt of Cohasset, Ma., David Palivoda of Buffalo, New York, many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by two grandfathers, two uncles, two aunts and two cousins. He left us without a chance to say goodbye, so we will treasure his last visit with us until we meet him again. We love you Steve. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Sept. 19, 1990


EARL GIESE Earl J. Giese, age 86, of 23617 Hwy. K., Brillion, died on Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay. He was born June 23, 1914 in the town of Maple Grove, son of the late Charles and Theresa (Geiger) Giese. On November 13, 1946 he married Lorraine Clavers at St. Mary's in Brillion. Earl farmed in the town of Maple Grove most of his life. He enjoyed wood working, music and playing cards. He was a member of Holy Family Parish, Brillion, the Knights of Columbus, and the Cathlic Knights. Survivors include his wife Lorraine; a daughter Marian (Michael) Schuh, Brillion; three sons, Roman (Sandra) Giese, Brillion; Gary (Kim) Giese, De Pere; Gerald (Barb) Giese, Brillion; eight grandchildren: Susan and Sandra Yassin, Michelle and matt Giese, Justin and Jessie Giese, Jonathon and Lucas Giese; one sister Cora (Arthur) Grall, Whitelaw, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Mary Frelich, and a brother, Roman. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 20, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion. The Rev. Tom Long will officiate. Burial will be at Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion on Thursday, from 4 to 8 p.m. and at the church on Friday, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass. He will be a parish prayer service at 7:45 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Herald Times Reporter, April 19, 2001 Pl A6


ROMAN H. GIESE CRASH VICTIM DIES SATURDAY Injuries Sustained in Auto Accident Fatal to Roman Giese Roman Giese, 19, Whitelaw, died late Saturday night at the Holy Family hospital of injuries suffered in an accident early Friday morning on Highway 10 near the west limits of Whitelaw. His car turned over in the ditch, after being in collision with a car diven by Arnold Vogel, 21, Branch. Giese died without regaining consciousness. He sustained a brain concussion, a broken leg and internal injuries. Funeral services for the young man, who was employed in his father’s tavern at Whitelaw, will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Kasson Catholic church. Interment will be in the church cemetery. County authorities announced there will probably be no inquest. Vogel, who brought Giese to the hospital here after the accident, reported to Sheriff Hiller that the accident happened when Giese’e car swerved into the path of his machine. Both cars were bound east into Whitelaw. Each driver was alone in his car. Roman Giese, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Giese, was born on a farm five miles northeast of Brillion in the town of Maple Grove. Survivors are the parents; a brother Earl, and two sisters, Cora and Lena, all at home. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 8, 1936 P. 3


FRANCIS GILL TAKEN BY DEATH The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. James Gill died last Friday. The funeral was held Monday from the Catholic Church at Kasson. Brillion News, Fri., Dec. 13, 1912


MARY GILL Guill - The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. James Guill of Maple Grove died last Saturday and the funeral took place Tuesday at Kasson, Rev. Garthaus officiating. Brillion News - Fri., Jan. 8, 1915


CATHRINE HICKEY Notes From Maple Grove: Mrs. Daniel Hickey, one of the early settlers of this town, died Saturday morning at the home of her son. James Hickey, who resides in the vicinity of Kasson. The decedent was born in Ireland 95 years ago. She with her husband and family of grown-up children came to America and settled on a farm in this town about 40 years ago. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Herman Werner of Brillion; two sons, John Hickey of Brillion and Jas. Hickey of Maple Grove. She was highly esteemed by all who made her acquaintance. The funeral took place Monday from the Catholic church at Kasson. Rev. Father Spranger officiating. Her remains were laid to rest beside the grave of her husband, who preceded her in the passage beyond the skies by 26 years. Manitowoc Pilot, July 13, 1905 p.8 ******** (1870 Maple Grove twp. census: Daniel Hickey age 52; Cathrine 52; James 24; Daniel 20) ******** (1900 Maple Grove twp. census: John Hickey age 60; son John 26; son Deny 22; Thressa 21; mother Katrine 88 ******** Name Catherine Daly Hickey Gender Female Death Date 08 Jul 1905 Death Place Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Age 96 Birth Date 1809 Birthplace Ireland Occupation Housewife Race White Marital Status Widowed Spouse's Name Daniel Hickey Father's Name Tim Daley Father's Birthplace Ireland Mother's Name Smith Mother's Birthplace Ireland "Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch citing Kasson Catholic Cemetery, Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co.


DAVID JOHN HOYER David John Hoyer, age 46, of 21107 Man-Cal Road, Reedsville, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2013 as a result of an accident. Dave was born on December 8, 1966 in Green Bay, son of William "Bill" & Germaine (Schuh) Hoyer. He was a graduate of Reedsville High School, class of 1985. On June 26, 1998 Dave married Connie (Thiel) Lund at Peace Lutheran Church in Oshkosh. He was a lifelong farmer and partner of Hoyer DEW Farms with his dad and brothers. Dave enjoyed hunting, being on the water boating and fishing, trap shooting, bowling and fantasy football. Dave also was a mentor and a natural teacher. He loved supporting youth groups at church, supporting youth hunts, and sharing his knowledge with the younger generation. His talents included gardening, cooking, and spotting the most comfortable chair in a place. Dave was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Valders and West Maple Grove and Reedsville Sportsmen's Clubs. Survivors include his wife of 15 years, Connie of Reedsville; children Megan and Sara Lund, both of Oshkosh, and Roberta "Bobbie" Lund, at home; his parents Bill and Germaine of Brillion; his siblings Ann (Craig) Kimmel of Reedsville, Connie (Roland) Neal of McAllen, TX, Diane (Amy Kanan) Hoyer of Sumter, SC, Ed (Jerri) of Menchalville, Julie (special friend Mark Owens) of Brillion, William (special friend Karoline Jensen) of Brillion, and sister and goddaughter Mary Krepline of Brillion; his father-in-law Jim Thiel of Hilbert; his in-laws Joe (Mary) Thiel of Oshkosh, Frank (Faith) Thiel of Reedsville, Terry (Bruce) Thomas of Oshkosh, Sandy (Curtis) Dixon of Winneconne, Carl Thiel (special friend Janie Williams) of Crystal Lake, Tony (Amy) Thiel of Stockbridge, Judy Price (special friend Bart Slye) of Green Bay, Jeff (Adriane) Thiel of Little Chute, Mary (Jarrod) Sandoval of Pueblo, CO, and Anne (Dave) Ruby of Oshkosh; 36 nieces and nephews including his other godchildren Christopher Kimmel, Claire Sandoval, Kyle Hoyer, and Ian Krepline; many other relatives, and many friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, his mother-in-law Joan (Propson) Thiel, one infant brother-in-law Edward Thiel, and other relatives. Funeral Service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 19, 2013 at Faith Lutheran Church in Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Erica Cunningham. Private burial will take place at Kasson Holy Trinity Cemetery, town of Maple Grove. The family would like to express thanks to the community around them, so many who have offered to help with the various farm tasks and for all of your supportive gestures. No set of words adequately shows our appreciation. www.wieting-funeralhome.com Brillion News – July, 2013


EDWARD HOYER Edward Hoyer, 56, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died unexpectedly Tuesday afternoon at the farm home in the Town of Maple Grove, following a heart attack. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Reedsville Funeral Home, with burial in the Kasson Cemetery. He was born in Maple Grove in 1898, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Hoyer. He was always engaged in farming. Surviving are a son, Edward of Maple Grove; three brothers, Anton, John and David of Maple Grove; and a sister, Mrs. Edward Chupita of Brillion. Friends may call at the funeral home after 1 p.m. Friday, where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 1, 1954 P. 14


JOSEPH P. HOYER Joseph Hoyer, son of Peter Hoyer, died at his home last Sunday at the age of a little over 18 years. The funeral was held yesterday from the Kasson Catholic Church, interment being in the Catholic Cemetery, Rev. Garthaus officiating. The cause of death was meningitis. The funeral was a very large one, the young man being widely known and popular. Much sympathy is expressed for the bereaved parents. Brillion News – November 17, 1912


MARGARETHA HOYER Mrs. Peter Hoyer of Maple Grove died last Friday at the age of 36 years. The funeral took place Monday, Rev. Garthaus officiating, interment being in the Kasson Catholic cemetery. Decedent was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Fritsch of Dorchester, and is survived by a sorrowing husband and seven children. Brillion News, September 11, 1908 ******** Notes From Maple Grove: On Friday of last week Mrs. Peter Hoyer of Maple Grove passé away after a short illness aged 36 years. Deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Fritch former residents of this place. She is survived by her husband and nine children. The funeral was held Tuesday morning from the Kasson Catholic church, Rev. Gralius officiating. Manitowoc Pilot, September 10, 1908 ****** Notes From Kasson Mrs. Peter Hoyer died last Friday and was buried here on Monday. Rev. Garthous of Brillion performed the last sad rites. The decedent was a daughter of Anton Fritch now of Antigo. She is survived by a husband and seven children. Manitowoc Pilot, September 10, 1908 ******** (Notes on Fritsch family from researcher/see contributors page.) Margaret. Margaret Hoyer was the daughter of Anton Fritsch and Anna Marquardt/Manotte/Marquartte/Marquois/Marque/Mome/Martward. Her last name had different spelling on every document I found. Anton is the brother of Charley Fritsch and the son of Andreas Fritsch.


PETER HOYER PETER HOYER DIES AT GROVE Maple Grove Man To Be Buried Saturday Morning Peter Hoyer, 73, a resident of Maple Grove since 1866, died Wednesday at the home of his sons, William and Anton, in that town. Funeral arrangements will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. from the Kasson Catholic church with burial in the adjoining cemetery. The deceased was born in Milwaukee in 1861, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hoyer. He moved with his parents to Maple Grove when a boy. He was married there in 1890 to Margaret Fritsch. She preceded him in death 25 years ago. He located at Brillion after retiring from farm work and made his home there for 10 years. A short time ago he returned to Maple Grove to make his home with his unmarried sons. He is survived by five sons, William, Anton, John, Edward and David, all of Maple Grove; two daughters, Mrs. Mary Tennent of Chicago and Mrs. Margaret Chupita of Cooperstown, and three sisters, Mrs. Barbara Marsh and Mrs. Mary Warner of Chicago and Mrs. Anton Fritsch of Brillion. Manitowoc Herald Times, August 30, 1934 P. 2


RAYMOND C. HOYER The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Hoyer was buried at the Kasson Catholic Cemetery on Friday of last week. Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 21, 1900


OTTILIA KABAT Mrs. Adella Kabat(sic), wife of Mr. Wenzel Kabat, died last Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock after a long illness. She had struggled against the dread disease consumption for years and her death has been not unexpected. Deceased was born in 1876, and was married in 1898, and has lived with her husband since then on his farm near our city. She is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Miller. She is survived by one child three years and her husband. Her kind and motherly character, and her patience and fortitude in suffering endeared her to all who knew her, and the funeral which was held last Tuesday at Holy Trinity Church, Kasson, was a large one, many friends and neighbors assembling to pay the last tribute of love to the memory of the departed dead. Brillion News, Jan 3, 1902


ELISABETH KLEIBER (d. 1898) DIED- At her home in Maple Grove last Wednesday, Mrs. Michael Kleiber, at an age of 76 years. A son and daughter survive her. The funeral services were held today at Cato. The Brilion Lodge of Catholic Knights attended the funeral in a body. Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 16, 1898


ELISABETH KLEIBER (d. 1935) MRS. KLEIBER DEATH SUNDAY 83-Year-Old Woman Will Be Buried On Wednesday Mrs. John Kleiber Sr., 83, died Sunday night at the home of her son Paul, on a farm two miles from Brillion. She suffered a stroke a little over a week ago. The deceased, whose maiden name was Elizabeth Wurasheutz, was born in Austria in 1831 and when a child came to America with her parents. They located near Brillion. She was married to John Kleiber Sr., in 1870, and they located on a farm. Mr. Kleiber died 17 years ago. Since then the farm has been conducted by the sons and Mrs. Kleiber made her home with them. Survivors are four sons, John, Joseph, Michael and Paul, all of Brillion; 23 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 9 a.m. from the Catholic church at Kasson. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 28, 1935 P. 2


ESTHER KLEIBER Called by Death Kleiber The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mich. Kleiber died last Saturday. The funeral took place Monday, Rev. Garthaus conducting the services. High mass was read. Interment was in the Catholic Cemetery at Kasson. Brillion News - Fri., July 23, 1915


JOHN KLEIBER FORMER MEMBER OF COUNTY BOARD DIES, AGED 68 John Kleiber, Sr., Is Dead at His Home In Maple Grove John Kleiber, Sr., pioneer resident of Maple Grove and for twelve years a member of the county board form that town, died at his home Monday and funeral services were held today from Trinity church at Kasson. Mr. Kleiber was well known throughout the county and his election for twelve consecutive terms as member of the county board testified to his popularity in his home section. Deceased was born in Hungary in 1854 and came here with his parents at the age of four years, having resided here since. For years he was one of the prosperous and substantial farmers of his town. Besides a widow he is survived by four children, John at Maple Grove; Joseph of Reedsville; Michael of Brillion and Paul of Maple Grove. One sister, Mrs. Joseph W? also survives. Mr. Kleibert was a charter member of Reedsville court, Catholic Knights. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, March 13, 1918, Page 1 ********* John Kleiber Sr., one of the oldest settlers here, died last Monday after being ill almost all winter. A wife and four sons, John, Joe, Mike and Paul survive. The funeral was held Wednesday at the Holy Trinity Catholic church at Kasson. Those from out of town who attended are as follows: Mr. and Mrs. Schwertzbauer, Mr. and Mrs. G. Blacher, Mrs. Bushy, Mrs. Kelly, John Sanover, Mrs. George Ecker Sr., Lawrence Siskey and brother of Menasha; Mr. and Mrs. Martin Brunnecker, John Ecker, George Ecker and Mrs. Doetchenger of Birnamwood; Mrs. Busse of Linhust; Mrs. Paul Hahn of Tigerton; Mrs. Frank Moser and and Rose Kleiber of Manitowoc; Elizabeth Kleiber of Collins and George Kleiber of Plymouth. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, March 15, 1918, Page 8


PAUL KLEIBER Paul Kleiber, 77, of Brillion, died Sunday at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay, after a short illness. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Wieting Funeral Home, and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. Orville Griese will officiate and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery. Mr. Kleiber was born Jan. 28, 1888, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late John and Elizabeth Wurashutz Kleiber. He farmed in the Town of Maple Grove until retirement when he moved to Brillion. He never married. Four brothers preceded him in death. The Rosary will be recited at 8 o’clock this Monday evening at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 27, 1965 P. 11


RALPH KLEIBER Maple Grove The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Kleiber who died Sunday at Brillion was buried at Kasson Tuesday. Brillion News - Fri., Apr. 10, 1914


WENDOLIN KLEIBER This was copied exactly as it was written by Mary Weins Kleiber including the many misspellings. Wendolin Kleiber immigrated from Burbach Hungary Germany in 1854, with his brother Andrew, son Michael and his wife Elizabeth (nee) Puser and their son John who was 4 years ol, they had two daughters born in America namely Maery who married John Geiger and Elizabeth who married Joseph Weins. On their way from New York to Menasha they were divided in several groups and Andrew Kleiber was lost from his group on the trip from New York. ----tried several times to losat(locate) him but never heard a word from him to this day. A year later they had landed in Menasha and established a home in Manitowoc county Maple Grove township and 3 miles east of Brillion named Spring Creek at the time Wendelin Kleiber died at the age of 81 years. He was the first man buried in the Kason Catholic cemetery there was no church there at the time it was all weeds later on they build a little meeting house where they would meet on Sundays for prayer. He was buried in a log casket, there caclostedt(closest) tradeing post was Menasha which was a 4 day trip by oxen, so they hollowed out a log and he was buried in it. John Kleiber grandson of Wendolin who married Elizabeth Wurashitz she immigrated kn the year 1856 with her parents at the age of six years on a sail nboat and where on the ocean 6 weeks. When they were on the ocean 2 weeks her one and one half year old brother John died but her mother wanted him buried on land so none of them reported his death but after a few days it was traced and they had to consent to an ocean burial, being packed in straw in a barrel the following day they noticed the straw floating on the ocean, this allmost caused the mothers death, she had been a widew with 2 sons George and Joe Ecker when she married Paul Wurashitz and they had six children and Elizabeth was the only child with the 2 sons of a former marrage she allso inherited small vineyard whuich had gone to rain but after a few years of laber it preved a success to Paul he had to build large tanks that used laddews to get the grapes in these tanks but his father got jealous of him and wished him no good so they decided to sell the vineyard and sailed for America. Paul Vurasitz was a talented story teller and zither player he lead the prayer meeting at the Kassen church untuil they were able to have a priest come once a month from the Reedsville parish. His stepson George Eahr married Amay Weins and Joe married Elizabeth Moser His daughter Elizabeth married John Kleiber and they had 5 sons John who married Frances Miller Frank " " Frances Pritzl Joseph " " Louisa Pritzl Michael " " Mary Weins Paul Kleiber Wendolin Died at age 81 infirmity Michael " " " 65 Pneumonia Wife Elizabeth Puser " " " 76 Apoplexy Paul Wurashitz Wife Elizabeth Delp " " " 80 Infirmity John Kleiber " " "67 Crossis Liver Elizabeth Wurashitz " " " 83 Paralitic Stroke Children of John Kleiber 5 sons John Died age 68 Cancer of eyesdness Frank " " 63 Heart failure Paul " " 77 Cancer stomach & liver Children of Michael 1 son 3 daughters Ralph died 10 days old 1915 Esther " 3 hours 191- Gertrude Joan Michael Kleiber died Feb 2, 1943 Mary Kleiber wife Daughter Gertrude Daughter Joan (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


AUDRY KRUEGER Mrs. Robert Krueger, 22, of Rt. 2, Brillion, died Monday afternoon at St. Mary Hospital, Green Bay. She had been ill with dropsy in recent months. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at the Luecker Funeral Home, Brillion and 9 a.m. at the St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Raymond Schauer will officiate and burial will be in the Kasson Cemetery. She was born Audrey(sic) Fritsch November 9, 1932 in Maple Grove, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Fritsch. In May 6, 1950, she was married to Robert Krueger. They located in Maple Grove where her husband is employed as a cheesemaker. She was a member of St. Mary Congregation. Survivors are her husband; son, David; two daughters, Donna Mae and Beverly Louise at home; mother, Mrs. Leonard Fritsch of Manitowoc; two brothers, Eugene of Reedsville and Wallace of Brillion. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the rosary will be recited Wednesday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, June 21, 1955 page 15


BERTHA MANCOSKE Kasson: The Angel of Death has once more come amongst us and has picked from our midst the soul of Mrs. John Mankoski Jr. Death was daily expected as she was a victim of that dread disease consumption. Despite all the medical treatment and care which fond friends extended, she slowly sank to the grave. The funeral services took place from the Kasson Catholic Church Monday, Rev. Father Cipin officiating. A large concourse of sorrowing friends followed her to her final resting place. She leaves a husband and child to mourn her loss. Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 27, 190


CECELIA DORSEY MANCOSKY/MANCOSKE Mrs. Jacob Mankoske (sic), 66, of Maple Grove died this morning at St. Vincent’s hospital in Green Bay. She was born Sept. 19, 1879, at Morrison, Brown county, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Dorsey. Following their marriage, Oct. 31, 1905, the Mankoskes ettled on the present farm in Maple Grove. Mr. Mankoske survives with three sons, Clement of Brillion; Clifford of Cato, and John at home; two daughters, Mrs. Ervin Maertz of Reedsville, Lavern at home; four sisters, Sister Mary Senda of the Notre Dame convent, Elm Grove. Mrs. Michael Mullins and Mrs. John O’Hearn of Reedsville and Mrs. Ellen O’Brien of Milwaukee. Twelve grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Luecker funeral home, Brillion, and at 9:30 at the St. Mary’s church, Brillion, the Rev. Raymond Schauer officiating. Burial will be in the Holy Trinity cemetery, Kasson. Mrs. Mankoske was a member of the Christian Mother’s society of the St. Mary’s church. The rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 12, 1945 P. 2 ********* Death Record (Brown Co.) (sent in by researcher/see contributors page) Cecelia Dorsey Mancosky Age: 66 years 1 month 23 days Born: 9-19-1876 Morrison, Brown Co., WI Husband: Jacob Mancosky 66 years old Father: Michael Dorsey born Ireland Mother: Margaret Mansfield born Ireland Burial: Kasson, WI Death: 11-12-1945 Cause of death: cerebral hemorrhage Contributing causes: generalized arterio sclerosis (5 years), large umbilical hernia (20 years) Usual residence: Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., WI


CLEMENT P. MANCOSKE Clement P. Mancoske, 73, Brillion, died Monday, December 14, in Neenah, following a long illness. He was born December 27, 1913 in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late Jacob and Celia Dorcey Mancoske. On December 27, 1939 he married the former Marie Harlow at Maple Grove. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Mary Mancoske, Route 1, Greenleaf and James and Diane Mancoske, Appleto; a daughter and son- in-law, Rita and James McConnell, Columbia, S.C.; two brothers, Clifford Mancoske, Manitowoc and John V. Mancoske, Denmark; two sisters, Mrs. Ervin (Laretta) Maertz, Reedsville and VaVerne Hein, Slinger; six grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by his wife, December 14, 1976 and a brother. Services were Friday at St.Mary Catholic Church, Brillion with Father John Neuser officiating. Burial was at Kasson Cemetery Denmark Press, Thursday, Dec. 24, 1987


JACOB MANCOSKE Jacob Mancoske, 67, Maple Grove farmer, died yesterday at a Green Bay hospital following a lingering illness. He was born in Maple Grove in 1879 and in 1905 married Miss Cecelia Dorsey. They located on a farm in the town. Mrs. Mancoske died in 1945. Survivors are three sons, Clement on the home farm, Clifford of Cato and John of Maple Grove; two daughters, Mrs. Al Hein of Greenleaf and Mrs. Ervin Lucceta of Reedsville; two brothers, John of Cooperstown and George of DePere; four sisters, Mrs. Margaret Koehler of Suamico, Mrs. Margaret Gettner of Florida, Mrs. Matt Stedl of Wayside and Mrs. Joseph Grill of Birnamwood. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Luecker funeral home, Brillion, and at 10 o’clock at the St. Mary’s Catholic church, Brillion. Burial will be in the Kasson cemetery. The body may be viewed at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 14, 1947 P. 2


MARIE E. MANCOSKE (d. 1976) Mrs. Clement (Marie) Mancoske, 61, of 133 Center St., Brillion, died Tuesday at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay following a short illness. She was born October 17, 1915 in Chilton, a daughter of the late George and Mary Rebrauer Harlow. She married Clement Mancoske December 17, 1939 in Maple Grove. A graduate of the Manitowoc County Normal School, she received her teaching degree from Silver Lake College. Mrs. Mancoske taught in the Manitowoc County School system for five years and for the past 18 years was a teacher at St. Mary School, Brillion. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion and the church’s Christian Mother’s Society. Mrs. Mancoske is survived by her husband, a daughter, Mrs. James (Rita) McConnell, August, Ga.; two sons, Robert, Rt. 1, Greenleaf and James, Menasha; six grand- children; two sisters, Mrs. Charles Gibbs, Neenah and Mrs. Dorothy Kouba, Two Rivers; two brothers, Jerome, Hob Sound, Fla., and Claude, Two Rivers. Two brothers preceded her in death. A funeral mass will be offered 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion, preceded by brief family rites at 10 a.m. at the Wieting Funeral home, Brillion. Rev. Raymond Dowling will be celebrant of the Mass. Burial will be in the Kasson Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3:30 p.m. Thursday until the time of services Friday. A wake service will be held at the funeral home at 7:30 p.m. Thursday. Sheboygan Press – Wednesday, Dec. 15, 1976


CATHERINE MANCOSKEY Mrs. John Mancosky (sic), aged 74 years 11 months and well known resident of this community, died Friday morning at 5 o’clock. She had been ill for five months. She is survived by eight children, the youngest being George, with whom she made her home. The funeral was held Tuesday morning at 9:30 at the St. John’s church at Morrison. Burial was held at Kasson. Manitowoc Herald News, October 24, 1929 P. 13


JOHN MANCOSKEY Death of Prominent Citizen John Mankoski(sic) of Wayside, died last Sunday afternoon after a painful illness. He was taken down with a severe attack of appendicitis which disease finally brought on brain fever, culminating in death. Deceased was a prominent farmer, widely known and much respected by friends and neighbors. For some time he had conducted sawing operations in connection with his farm near Wayside. He leaves a wife and eight children to mourn his demise. The funeral took place last Monday forenoon from the Catholic Church at Kasson, a large concourse of sorrowing friends following the body to its final abode. Brillion News, Fri., May 30, 1902 ********* Mr. John Mankosky(sic), a well known citizen of Waupaca died on Sunday, May 25 of brain fever. He was buried the Wednesday following at the Kasson Catholic Church. He leaves a wife and large family to mourn his loss. Brillion News, Fri., June 6, 1902


PETER MANKOSKIE Kasson, Wis., April 10 - Peter Mancosty(sic) died Friday morning last of diphtheria. The funeral took place Saturday, the remains being interred in the Catholic Cemetery. The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of all. Brillion News, Fri., Apr. 12, 1895


ANNA MANLICK Mrs. Anna Manlick, wife of Jos. Manlick Sr., died last Wednesday at the home of her son, Joseph in Maple Grove, at the age of 68 years. Decedent is survived by the husband and one son, Joseph, also three brothers, John Smith of Cato Falls, Joseph Smith of Antigo and George Smith of Auburndale. Two sisters, Mrs. Barbara Fritsch of Antigo and Mrs. Maggie Tuschel of Cato Falls, also survive. The funeral was held today, at Kasson. Rev. Garthaus conducted the funeral services. Brillion News – November 6, 1914


FRANCES MANLICK The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Manlick of Maple Grove died last Saturday. The funeral was held last Tuesday, from the Catholic Church at Kasson. Rev. Garthaus conducting the services. Brillion News – January 1, 1915


JOSEPH MANLICK (d. 1916) Notes from West Maple Grove: One more of the old pioneers of this vicinity departed for the world beyond when Joseph Manlick, aged 71, passed away at the home of his only son, Joseph, last Thursday evening. He was one of the first settlers of this vicinity and was well known in the country around. He had been bed ridden for many months. He was buried from the Holy Trinity Church of Kasson at nine o'clock Saturday. Rev. Garthaus performed the solemn rites. He is survived by one son and four grandchildren. His wife passed away two years ago. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 14, 1916 ******** Manlick – Jos. Manlick, a prominent retired farmer of Maple Grove, died last Wednesday at the age of 71 years, survived by one son, Joseph, who owns the homestead. Decedent was born in Germany and came to America in 1866. In 1870 he was married at Manitowoc to Anna Smith. The funeral takes place tomorrow (Saturday) from the Catholic Church at Kasson, Rev. Garthaus conducting the same. Brillion News - Fri., Sept. 8, 1916 ******** West Maple Grove Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Rappel and Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Tuschel and children of Clarks Mills attended the funeral of Jos. Manlick who was buried at the Kasson Cemetery lasst Saturday. Brillion News - Fri., Sept. 16, 1916


JOSEPH MANLICK JR. (d. 1940) Joseph Manlick, 61, who spent his entire life on the homestead farm in Maple Grove, died Saturday afternoon, following a stroke. He has been in poor health since November. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. from the Holy Trinity church at Kasson, Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Manlick was born on the homestead farm in Maple Grove in 1879 and in 1904 married Miss Mary W_ns. The widow survives with three daughters, Mrs. George Schuh and Mrs. Lawrence Miller of Brillion, Mrs. Elsie Kamko of Fremont, Wis.; son, Frank, of Maple Grove, and 12 grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the Manlick home. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 29, 1940 P. 2


MARY MANLICK (d. 1952) Mrs. Joseph Manlich, 72, of Maple Grove, died Saturday at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. She made her home with her son, Frank, on the homestead farm. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday at the Luecker Funeral Home, Brillion, and at 9:30 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Raymond Schauer will officiate and burial will be in the Holy Trinity Cemetery at Kasson. She was born Mary Weins at Rantoul, Calumet County, in 1880 and in 1904 was married to Mr. Manlich. They located on the Maple Grove farm. She was a member of the Holy Trinity Church of Kasson and the Christian Mothers. Mr. Manlich died several years ago. Survivors are a son, Frank of Maple Grove; three daughters, Mrs. George Schuh and Mrs. Lawrence Miller of Maple Grove and Mrs. Elsford Kamke of Kaukauna; brother, John of Brillion; sister, Mrs. Paul Moser of Maple Grove; and 19 grandchildren. Friends may call at the Brillion funeral home until hour of services. Manitowoc Heral Times, October 20, 1952.


CAROLINE MILLER Mrs. Caroline Miller, 75, of Lee Avenue, Brillion, died Sunday at Holy Family Hospital in Manitowoc after a brief illness. Born Nov. 23, 1888, in the Town of Brillion, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Anton Pritzl, and was married to Kossman Miller on Sept. 23, 1907, at Holy Trinity Church at Kasson. Her husband died in May, 1942. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Brillion, Christian Mothers Society, and Catholic Knights. Survivors are eight daughters, Mrs. Edward (Ottilie) Schuh, Mrs. Alex (Marcella) Fischer, both of Reedsville, Mrs. Raymond (Caroline) Lang, Mrs. William (Josephine) Schuh, and Mrs. Simon (Gertrude) Sadowski, all of Manitowoc, Mrs. Robert (Marian) Hanagan of Portage, Mrs. Clayton (Catherine) Balten of Kaukauna, Sister Mary Kosmas (Laverne) of Green Bay; six sons, Lawrence, Norbert, Philip, and Carl, all of Brillion, Kosmas of Janesville, Vincent of Rockwood; 65 grandchildren, and 31 great-grand- children. Also surviving are four sisters, Mrs. Anton Baldeschwiler of Thorp, Mrs. John Kozurik of Reedsville, Mrs. Joseph Anhalt of Cato, Mrs. Amil Hafeman of Appleton, and two brothers, Theodore Pritzl of Cato, William of Brillion. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Brillion. The Very Rev. Msgr. Orville Griese, pastor, will be celebrant of the requiem Mass and burial will be in the Kasson Cemetery. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion from 2 p.m. Tuesday until 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, at the church until the services. The rosary will be prayed 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Sheboygan Press, September 14, 1964 P. 8 ********** Kosmus Miller(sic) and Miss Caroline Pritzl were married last Monday at Holy Trinity church at Kasson, Rev. Garthaus performing the marriage ceremony. The young couple were attended by Jos. Miller, Will Pritzl, Miss Rose Pritzl and Miss Lizzie Kleiber. After the ceremony a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents, Becker's Orchestra furnishing the festive music. Both young people are well known and highly esteemed families of our section and are themselves deservedly popular. The News extends its cordial well wishes. Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 27, 1907


GERTRUDE L. MILLER Miller, Gertrude L. 6523 Oakwood Rd., Brillion Age 85, went to her eternal home on Sunday, October 6, 2002 at Northridge Medical Center in Manitowoc surrounded by her family. She was born May 26, 1917 in Brillion, daughter of the late Leo and Margaret (Schuh) Schumacher. She married Norbert Miller on August 28, 1945 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Brillion. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion, the American Legion Auxiliary in Brillion, a 50 plus years member of the Christian Mothers and Ladies Sodality of Holy Family Parish. She is survived by five sons and four daughters-in-law: Lyle, Brillion; Allan (Donna), Brillion; Norbert (Debra), Greenleaf; Joseph (Doris), Brillion; Paul (Laurie) Reedsville; four daughters and four sons-in-law: Gertrude (Gene) Zipperer, Reedsville; Alice (Russ) Zimmerman, Manitowoc; Jeanette (Vic) Wenzel, Chilton; Christine (Tom) Haelfrisch, Brillion; 26 grandchildren, seven great- grandchildren, a sister and brother-in-law: Mary (Giles) Kane, Greenleaf; three brothers and sisters-in-law: Clarence (Jean) Schumacher, De Pere; Leo (Betty) Schumacher, Manitowoc; Charles (Mary Ann) Schumacher, Brillion; a sister-in-law, Marlene Schumacher, Chilton. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norbert on November 10, 2001, an infant son, two brothers: Alfred and Victor, who was killed in World War II, and a brother-in-law, Robert Cohen. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 10, 2002 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion with Father Willard Vande Loo officiating. Burial will be at Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery in Kasson. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion from 4-7:30 p.m. on Wednesday October 9, 2002 and then at the church Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of service. The rosary will lead by the Christian Mothers at 7:30 p.m. and Wednesday, followed by a Prayer Vigil. Manitowoc Herald Times Tuesday, October 8, 2002 pg. A3


JOSEPH MILLER (d. 1909) (Saturday dateline) Death recently in Brillion of 38-year old Joseph A. Miller. Mr. Miller was born in Town Maple Grove in Manitowoc County and was raised there. For many years he worked as a teacher in our county and was one of the founders of the Manitowoc County Teachers’ Association. In 1904 he ran unsuccessfully on the Democratic Party ticket for the office of County Clerk. Later he was active in a Brillion business handling farm machinery. He was unmarried and is survived by his father and 3 brothers. Der Nord Westen, 30 Oct. 1909 ******** Joseph A. Miller, the democratic nominee for the office of county clerk, is a native of Maple Grove, where he was born on a farm, Dec. 1, 1871. He prepared himself for the teacher's calling, secured a first grade county certificate, and taught school successfully in this county for twelve years. Two years ago he served as town clerk of Maple Grove. A year ago he quit teaching and entered into a partnership with Mr. Kleiber at Kasson, town of Maple Grove, under the firm name of Kleiber & Miller. The firm is dealing in farm machinery. Mr. Miller is thoroughly competent for the efficient discharge of the duties of the office; and, if elected, will acquit himself creditably. The Manitowoc Pilot, October 20, 1904 p.1 ******** HELPED FOUND ASSOCIATION. Jos. A. Miller, One of Organizers of Teachers' Assoc., Is Dead. Joseph A Miller, for years one of the best known country school teachers of Manitowoc county and one of the founders of County Teacher's Association, died suddenly at Brillion where he has made his home lately. Aged 38. Mr. Miller, unmarried, is survived by his parents, three brothers and two sisters. After retiring from teaching in the country, Mr. Miller located at Kasson where he was associated with Jos. Kleiber in conducitng a farm machinery sales house and a few years ago he engage in the same business at Brillion. Mr. Miller was one of the first officers of the County Teachers' Association when it was organized fourteen years ago and was identified with the work of the society for years. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, October 18, 1909 P. 1 ******** The death of Joseph A. Miller Wednesday morning came as a shock to our people who, though knowing of his failing health, were not prepared for so sudden a demise. Decedent was 38 yrs. Of age, unmarried, survived by the father, three brothers, Michael, John and Kosmas, and two sisters, Theresa and Mrs. John Kleiber, Jr. For many years he taught school in Manitowoc Co., where the writer first became acquainted with him in a similar occupation, and learned to know and respect him as a man possessing a fine sense of honor, deep piety, and broad and liberal views on public questions. As a teacher he showed marked ability, and was one of the pioneer group of pedagogues who founded the Manitowoc Co. Teacher's Association some fourteen years ago. Retiring from a profession for which he was so well fitted, he located at Kasson, going into partnership with Jos. A. Kleiber in the farm machinery business. Later he came to our city engaging in the same business. The News extends its sincere sympathy to the bereaved family-The Brillion News. Mr. Miller was a former Maple Grove boy and was well and favorably known in this city. He taught school in this county for several years and ranked high as a teacher. He was the Democratic candidate for county clerk in this county in 1904, but the ticket was defeated with the exception of Frank Zeman. The news of Mr. Miller's death was a shock to his acquaintances here. Manitowoc Pilot, October 21, 1909


JOSEPH MILLER (d. 1928) JOSEPH MILLER DIES AT HOME IN BRILLION Former Maple Grove Chairman and Member of Assembly Passes Away Joseph Miller, a well known resident of Brillion passed away at his home there Tuesday after a lingering illness, death being due to the infirmities of old age. Mr. Miller was 81 years of age and was born in Christofsgrund, Austria, on March 6th, 1847. At the age of nine years he came to this country with his mother and sister and settled near Oconto where he worked for several years. Later he made his home with his sister, Mrs. Herwig in Maple Grove until he was united in marriage with Miss Ottilia Bauer of Oconto. The young couple continued to make their home on a farm in Maple Grove for many years. Mr. Miller was chairman of the town of Maple Grove, fifty-two years ago at the age of twenty-nine years. Later he became a member of the assembly and also served as clerk of School District No. 4 for a number of years. He was an active member of the Catholic Knights and Holy Name Societies and also held many offices in the church. Mr. Miller was a kind hearted man and was well liked by all who know him. He is survived by four children, two sons and two daughters, Mrs. John Kleiber, Jr., and Miss Theresa Miller, John and Kosmos Miller, all of Brillion and one sister, Mrs. Frances Herwig of Cudahy, who is 91 years of age. Funeral services will be held Friday morning at 9:30 from the St. Mary’s Catholic church there, Rev. August Garthaus officiating. Interment will be at the Kasson cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, August 16, 1928 Page 2


KATHERINE MILLER Died – At the home of her parents in Kasson, on Tuesday the 9th inst., of consumption, Miss Katie Miller, aged 19 years; daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Miller, and sister of Michael Miller of this city. The funeral was held today, Friday, at the home in Kasson at 10 o’clock. The Catholic Knight of this city, and of Reedsville, attended in a body. Mr. Miller, father of the deceased, being President of the Reedsville branch of the Knights. Miss Miller had been very enthusiastic to become proficient in teaching. She had the loved and respect not only of her scholars, but of all who knew her and her loss is greatly felt by all. Brillion News, May. 12, 1899 ******* Katie Miller, daughter of Hon. Jos. Miller died on Tuesday of last week after a lingering illness. She was 18 years of age and had commenced the work of teaching. She was ambitious to advance in her profession and was earnest, thorough and conscientious both as pupil and teacher. The remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery at Kasson. The funeral which took place Friday was very largely attended. The Brillion and the Reedsville branches of the C. K. of W. attended the funeral in a body, her father being president of the latter and her brother, secretary of the former. Most of her former schoolmates were also present and their tears mingled with those of the stricken family. She was one whom they had often sought when their little tasks seemed hard and never without an encouraging smile and judicious word of assistance being the response. Words of sympathy cannot allay the grief of the afflicted family but let us not forget a little gem she sometimes quoted. "For Life is ever Lord of Death, and Love can never lose its own." Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, May 18, 1899 pg. 7 ******* Card of Thanks To all sympathizing friends who by word or deed have comforted us in the sad bereavement of our beloved daughter and sister, and especially the Reedsville and Brillion branches of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin, we wish to express our sincere thanks. Joseph Miller and family Brillion News, Fri., May 19, 1899 ******* Katherine E. Miller birth: 31 August 1881 Maple Grove, Wisconsin death: 9 May 1899 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Wis. residence: 1899 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wis. father: Joseph Miller mother: Otillia Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


KOSMAS MILLER Kosmos(sic) Miller Is Laid To Rest After Last Rites Brillion, Wis., Special. – Last rites for Kosmos Miller, aged 59, who passed away early Friday morning following a heart attack while he was working in his garden near this village, were conducted at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Mary's Catholic Church here. Interment was in the Catholic cemetery north of the village. Deceased was born in 1882, at Maple Grove and in 1907 was married to Caroline Pritzl. He served as clerk of the Town of Maple Grove and was a member of the school board of that district for a number of years. He was a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin and also the Holy Name Society. Fifteen children were born of this union of who 13 are still living. Survivors are the widow; six sons, Lawrence, Vincent, Phillip and Carl of Maple Grove, Norbert who is with the overseas forces of the U.S. Army, and Kosmos Jr., of Janesville; eight daughters, Sister Laverne of Holy Family convent, Silver Lake, near Manitowoc; Mrs. Alex Fischer, Route 1, Reedsville; Mrs. Ray Lang of Manitowoc; Mrs. Ed. Schuh of Maple Grove; Catherine, Marion, Gertrude and Josephine at home; one sister, Mrs. Francis Kleiber of Manitowoc, and on brother, John of Brillion. Sheboygan Press Tuesday, May 26, 1942 pg. 6 ******** Kosmus Miller(sic) and Miss Caroline Pritzl were married last Monday at Holy Trinity church at Kasson, Rev. Garthaus performing the marriage ceremony. The young couple were attended by Jos. Miller, Will Pritzl, Miss Rose Pritzl and Miss Lizzie Kleiber. After the ceremony a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents, Becker's Orchestra furnishing the festive music. Both young people are well known and highly esteemed families of our section and are themselves deservedly popular. The News extends its cordial well wishes. Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 27, 1907


MARY MILLER Rural Route 2: The three day old baby of Mr. and Mrs. Kosmos Miller died Saturday and it was buried Monday at the Kasson Catholic Cemetery. Brillion News, Fri., Feb. 9, 1912


NORBERT J. MILLER Norbert J. Miller, age 85, of 6523 Oakwood Road, Brillion passed away on Saturday afternoon, Nov. 10, 2001 at North Ridge Medical Center, Manitowoc. Mr. Miller was born Oct. 4, 1916 at Brillion, son of the late Kosmas and Caroline (Pritzl) Miller. He married Gertrude Schumacher on Aug. 28, 1945 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Brillion. He served in the armed services from April 17, 1941 to Sept. 22, 1945 and is a WWII veteran. He grew up and farmed in the township of Maple Grove until his retirement. He also was employed from 1961 to 1978 at the Brillion Iron Work. Mr. Miller was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion, American Legion Post 126 of Brillion and the West Maple Grove Hunting Club. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Gertrude; nine children, Lyle Miller, Allan (Donna) Miller, Joe (Dori) Miller, Christine (Tom) Haelfrisch, all of Brillion, Gertie (Gene) Zipperer of Reedsville, Norbert (Debra) Miller of Greenleaf, Alice (Russ) Zimmerman of Manitowoc, Jeanette (Vic) Wenzel of Chilton and Paul (Laurie) Miller of Reedsville; 26 grandchildren; four great granddaughters; three brothers and three sisters-in-law, Kosmas and Helen Miller of Janesville, Phillip Miller and special friend Mary of Brillion, Carl and Doris Miller of Brillion, Agnes Miller of Whitelaw; four sisters and four brothers-in-law, Sister Kosmas Miller of Slinger, Marian and Robert Hanagan of Appleton, Gertrude and Simon Sadowski of Manitowoc, Catherine and Clayton Baeten of Kaukauna, William Schuh of Manitowoc. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by an infant son; two brothers and two sisters-in-law, Lawrence and Anne Miller, Vincent Miller and Lavern Miller; five sisters and three brothers-in-law, Otillia and Edward Schuh, Mary Miller, Caroline and Ray Lang, Marcella and Alex Fischer and Josephine Schuh. A funeral mass will be held a 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday Nov. 14, 2001 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion, with the Rev. Bill O’Brien officiating. Burial will be at Holy Trinity Cemetery in Kasson. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion from 4 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, and on Wednesday from 9 to 10 a.m. when family rites will be held. There will be a parish prayer service at 8 p.m. Tuesday evening. Dad had been an avid outdoorsman, enjoying both hunting and fishing. He also always looked forward to family gatherings where he enjoyed his children and grandchildren, and played sheepshead. He faily would like to thank the staff at Holy Family Memorial Dialysis Center and also the nurses and aids at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center for all of the care and support you have given dad the last few years. Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 12, 2001 P. A3


OTTILIA MILLER Death in Maple Grove on Fri. of 58-yr. old Mrs. Joseph Miller of a spinal cord illness. She leaves 4 sons and 2 daughters. Der Nord Westen, 06 Nov. 1902 ********* Mrs. Jos. Miller of Maple Grove died this morning at the age of 58 years. The cause of death was cerebral trouble. Decedent is survived by 6 children, 4 sons and 2 daughters. The sons are Michael of this city, Joseph, John and Kasmus. The daughters are Mrs. John Kleiber Jr. and Theresa. The funeral will take place from the Kasson Catholic Church next Monday at 10:00 o'clock am. The body will be interred in the Kasson cemetery. Branch 83 of the C.K. of Wisconsin will attend the funeral in a body. Brillion News, Fri., Oct. 31, 1902 ********* Name Ottilia Bauer Miller Event Type Death Event Date 1902 Event Place Maple Grove, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Residence Place Maple Grove, Gender Female Age 55 Marital Status Married Race W Occupation Housewife Birth Date 29 Jun 1847 Birth Year (Estimated) 1847 Birthplace Austria Burial Place Kason, Wis. Cemetery Roman Catholic Cemetery Father's Name Mike Bauer Father's Birthplace Austria Mother's Name Franziska Bauer Mother's Birthplace Austria Spouse's Name Joseph Miller Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907 ****** Ottilia Bauer Miller birth: 29 June 1847 Austria death: 21 October 1902 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Kason, Wis. residence: 1902 Maple Grove father: Mike Bauer mother: Franziska spouse: Joseph Miller Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


SHELLIE MARIE MILLER Shellie Marie, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Miller, of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, was born and died Wednesday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Private funeral services will be Friday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. Orville Griese will officiate and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery. Surviving are the parents; six brothers, (private); three sisters, (private); maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Krizek, of Manitowoc; and a niece. Mrs. Vincent Miller is the former Agnes Krizek. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 25, 1965 P. 9


THERESA MILLER DEATH CLAIMS RETIRED NURSE Miss Theresa Miller, 58, Succumbs At Brillion Tuesday Miss Theresa Miller, 58, retired registered nurse, died suddenly Tuesday of a heart attack at her home in the village of Brillion. She lived alone. Miss Miller’s death occurred on the eve of a contemplated visit to the home of her sister, Mrs. John Kleiber in this city. Funeral services will be held Friday morning at Brillion. Miss Miller was born on a farm near Brillion, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Miller. Later she moved to Brillion with her parents. She was engaged in nursing for a number of years, but for some time she had lived a retired life. Survivors are two brothers, John and Kosmos, Brillion; and a sister, Mrs. John Kleiber of Manitowoc. Miss Miller was a member of the Catholic Knights at Brillion. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 10, 1937 P. 13


AGNES MOSER Agnes Moser, 24, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Moser of Maple Grove, died there and the funeral was held yesterday. Besides her parents, four brothers and four sisters survive. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, November 26, 1915, Page 3 ******** Moser – Agnes Moser, aged 24, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Moser died at the home in Maple Grove last Monday. Besides the parents the decedent is survived by three brothers, Paul and John, residing near here and Joseph at St. John. Also four sisters, Lizzie of St. John,m, Lena at home, Mrs. C. Fritsch of Morrison and Mrs. Rohrinske of Appleton. The funeral took place today from the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. Garthaus conducting services. The heartfelt sympathy of the entire community goes to the bereaved family. Brillion News - Fri., Nov. 26, 1915


ELIZABETH MOSER (d. 1935) Services Held For Elizabeth Moser Funeral services were held at 9:30 Tuesday morning at the Kasson Catholic church for Miss Elizabeth Moser, 58. The Rev. Father Kraus had charge of the services, burial was in the Kasson Catholic cemetery. Miss Moser died Saturday after a lingering illness at the home of her brother, John, where she had been making her home since January. Prior to that time, she had been keeping house for Joseph Moser, another brother, near Neenah. The deceased was born in the town of Rantoul July 2, 1876. She is survived by three brothers, Paul and John of Brillion and Joseph of Neenah, two sisters, Miss Lena Moser of Brillion and Mrs. Carrie Rewalsky of Advance. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 21, 1935 P. 7


ELIZABETH MOSER (d. 1969) Mrs. Paul Moser, 85, former Reedsville resident, died Wednesday at Maple Crest Nursing Home, Whitelaw. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Adolph Dolezel will officiate and burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson. Mrs. Moser, nee Elizabeth Weins, was born March 26, 1884, in Town of Maple Grove, daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Kleiber Weins. She was married to Paul Moser June 29, 1903, and the couple farmed in Town in Maple Grove until retirement and then moved to Reedsville. Mr. Moser died July 6, 1965. And a sister also preceded her in death. Survivors include a brother, John, of Hilbert and nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Friday where at 8 p.m. the Rosary will be recited. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, May 29, 1969 P. 13


GEORGE MOSER George Moser, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Moser, died last Sunday at the age of 24 years. The funeral took place from the Catholic Church at Kasson Tuesday forenoon, Rev. Garthaus officiating. This is not only a sore bereavement to the family, but will sadden the hearts of a host of sincere friend. The young man was personally known to us as a fine type of country bred young man. Honest, industrious and modest, temperate in habit and generous to his friends. All who knew him extend their most heartfelt sympathy to his sorrowing parents, brothers and sisters. Brillion News, January 10, 1908 ******** Kasson: Geo. Moser died Saturday evening, it being just 13 months that he was sick, being operated twice in this time and gradually grew weaker till Saturday. Burial was Tuesday from Trinity Church, Rev. Garthaus officiating. Jos. Sturm, Nic Sturm, John Foster, Peter Beck and Fabias Schreiber and families of Medford and Jos. Moser of Madison attended the funeral of Geo. Moser Tuesday morning. Brillion News, Fri., Jan. 10, 1908


JOHN MOSER (d. 1914) The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. J. Moser died yesterday and the funeral will be held tomorrow from the Catholic Church at Kasson, Rev. Garthaus officiating. Brillion News - Fri., Feb. 6, 1914 ******** West Maple Grove The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. John Moser who was born Wednesday and died Thursday was buried Saturday at the Kasson Cemetery. Brillion News - Fri., Feb. 13, 1914


JOHN MOSER (d. 1939) John Moser, 56, lifelong resident of the county, died Sunday at the Holy Family hospital. He was brought to the hospital last week from his farm _(underinked)_ and submitted to an operation. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. from the St. Mary’s Catholic church, Brillion. Interment will be in the Kasson Catholic cemetery. Mr. Moser was born in Maple Grove in 1883 and in 1907 married Minne Geiger. They located on a farm a short distance east of Brillion. Survivors are the widow; three daughters, Mrs. William Steinfest of Maple Grove, Mrs. Herbert Menz, city, Mrs. Wesley Campbell of Jackson, Mich.; and four grandchildren. Mr. Moser was a member of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin who will attend the funeral in a body. The body is at the Luecker funeral home, Brillion, and will be moved to the Moser home Tuesday at 3 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 24, 1939 P. 18


JOHN MOSER (d. 1964) John Moser, 84, of St. Mary Home, Manitowoc, died Wednesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. Orville Griese will officiate and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery. Mr. Moser was born in May, 1880, in the Town of Kasson, Calumet County, son of the late Paul and Mary Sturm Moser. He farmed in the Town of Kasson until he retired in 1960 and moved to St. Mary Home in Manitowoc. He never married. Surviving are two brothers, Paul, of Rosecrans and Joseph, of Appleton, and a sister, Miss Lena Moser, of Manitowoc. Friends may call after 4 p.m. Friday at the funeral home where the Rosary will be prayed at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 19, 1964 P. 11 ******* (28 May 1881/Nov 1964/SSDI)


JOSEPH MOSER APPLETON-Joseph Moser, 80, Appleton, died at 5:10 p.m. Monday. He was born in Kasson, Wis., on Dec. 22, 1886, and had been a cheese maker. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the Holy Name Society of the church. Survivors include a sister, Miss Lena Moser, Manitowoc, sisters-in-law, brothers- in-law and nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Appleton, at 10 a.m. Friday. Burial will be in the cemetery at Kasson. Friends may call after 7 p.m. Thursday at the Wichmann Funeral Home, Appleton, where the rosary will be prayed at 7:30 that evening. Oshkosh Northwestern, November 22, 1967 P. 44 ********* (21 Dec 1886/Nov 1967/SSDI)


LENA MOSER Magdelene (Lena) Moser, 94, a resident of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, died Friday afternoon, Oct. 21, at the Health Care Center. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Reedsville Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. John Neuser and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery. Miss Moser was born March 2, 1889, at Germany, daughter of the late Paul and Mary Strum Moser. Survivors include nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by brothers and sisters. Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home, 8 a.m. Monday until the time of services. There will be no Sunday evening visitation. Herald Times Reporter, October 22, 1983 P. 3 ******** (Mar 02, 1889/Oct 1983/SSDI)


MAGDELENA MOSER At an early hour last Friday morning Mrs. Magdelena Moser, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jos. Ecker Sr., at the ripe old age of 99 years and 5 months. Her death was due to old age. She lived to see a century of years, being born in 1812 and dying in 1912. She is survived by 6 children, 3 sons and 3 daughters. Those from further off who attended the funeral were; Mrs. Blahar and son George, Mr. and Mrs. Sturm and Mike Schreiber of Menasha, Mrs. and Mrs. Frank Moser Sr. of Manitowoc. The funeral was held Monday morning at the Kasson Catholic church, Rev. Garthaus performing the last sad rites. Her remains were laid to rest in the Kasson Catholic Cemetery. Brillion News – April 5, 1912


MARY MOSER AGED BRILLION WOMAN EXPIRES Mrs. Mary Moser, 76, Dies At Home of Her Son Mrs. Mary Moser, 76, died Tuesday at the home of her son, John Moser in Brillion. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9 a.m. from the home and at 9:30 a.m. at the Kasson Catholic church. The maiden name of the deceased was Mary Sturm and she was born at Ellington in 1856. She was married to Paul Moser in 1873 at St. John and they made their home at Potter for four years later moving to Maple Grove on a farm now owned by her son John. Mr. Moser preceded her in death a number of years ago. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Carrie Rawlsky of Cecil, Miss Elizabeth Moser of Neenah, Miss Lena Moser, Brillion; three sons, John and Paul of Maple Grove, Joseph of Neenah, three brothers, Nick Sturm of Appleton, Jacob Sturm, Neenah; Joseph Sturm of Appleton; two sisters, Mrs. Gertrude Johnson and Mrs. William O’Neil of Milwaukee. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 7, 1933 P. 12 ********* From co. death record, v.27 p.747 Mary Moser housewife b: 24 Sept. (says '33 but that is death year)at Allington, WI d: 4 Apr. 1933, age 76yr. 6mo. 10da. at Maple Grove twp. husband: Paul Moser father: John Sturm, b. Germany mother: Frances Pfeiffer, b. Germany informant: John Moser, res. Brillion cause of death: Mocordetes, contributory cause: Rheumatism


MICHAEL MOSER M. MOSER, 89, CIVIL WAR VET, DIES SUNDAY Was One of the Few Remaining Survivors of Old Fourteenth Wisconsin Infantry Michael Moser, 89, a pioneer of the county, passed away Sunday morning at the home of his son, on the old homestead in the town of Maple Grove. The deceased was born in Hungary in 1841, and came to this country when sixteen, settling at Menasha. Later he moved to Rantoul, Calumet county and for the past seventy years resided in Maple Grove. Fifteen years ago he observed, with his wife, their golden wedding anniversary. Mrs Moser passed away four years ago. One of Few Remaining Vets Mr. Moser was one of the few remaining Civil War veterans in the county. He served with Company G., 14th Wisconsin, which was composed of boys from Manitowoc and Calumet counties. He was mustered into the service at Fond du Lac and mustered out at Mobile, Ala. The records show that the unit to which the deceased was attached traveled some 11,000 miles during the war. He was at the battle of Pittsburgh Landing, Tenn., when his brother, a member of the same company, was killed, as was Capt. George E. Waldo of Company E, Manitowoc. He was discharged Oct. 23, 1865. The Fourteenth Wisconsin was accorded vigorous praise by Union generals for coolness under fire. This was accounted for by the fact that many of the members of the regiment served in the German army before coming to this country. With the death of Michael Moser there is but one survivor of the unit that went from that section of Manitowoc county back in '61. He is Comrade Bartz of Brillion. Son and Daughter Survive The deceased is survived by one son, John, with whom he made his home, and one daughter, Mrs. Weins of Brillion. Funeral services will be held from the Kasson Catholic church, of which he was one of the founders, on Wednesday morning at nine o'clock, in charge of Father Garthaus of Brillion. The Brillion Legion(?) will furnish the firing squad. Manitowoc Herald News, May 26, 1930 p.13 ********* BURIAL HONORS FOR CIVIL WAR VETERAN Michael Moser, 89, a pioneer of this section passed away Sunday morning at the home of his son, on the old homestead in the town of Maple Grove. The deceased was born in Hungary in 1844 and came to this county when sixteen, settling at Menasha. Later he moved to Rantoul, but for the past seventy years resided in Maple Grove. Fifteen years ago he observed, with his wife their golden wedding anniversary. Mrs. Moser passed away four years ago. Mr. Moser was one of the few remaining Civil War veterans in the county. He served with Company G, the 14th Wisconsin which was comprised of boys from Manitowoc and Calumet counties. He was mustered into service at Fond du Lac and mustered out at Mobil, Ala. The record shows that the unit to which the deceased was attached traveled ?????????during the war. He was at the battle of Pittsburg Landing Tenn., when his brother, a member of the same company was killed, as was Capt. George E. Waldo of Company E. He was discharged October 23, 1865. The fourteenth Wisconsin was (cannot read rest) Brillion News – May 30, 1930 ********** TWO MAPLE GROVE COUPLE, WEDDED FIFTY YEARS GO, HOLD JOINT CELEBRATION OF GOLDEN WEDDING TODAY Maple Grove was the scene of an unusual celebration today when two couples, married at the same time fifty years ago, neighbors for half a century on adjoining farms, observed a double celebration of the golden wedding anniversay, recalling the double wedding of 1865. The presence of one of the bridesmaids who attended the couple fifty years ago was an interest incident of today's celebration. Mr. Moser and Mrs. Ecker are brother and sister and both couples are among the best known pioneer residents of Manitowoc county. The weddings were celebrated at the Catholic church at Chilton January 13, 1865 and shortly after the two couples took up their homes on adjoining farms in Maple Grove where they have resided ever since. Mr. Moser is 74 and his wife 72 while Mrs. Ecker is 74 and his wife 76. Mrs. Moser's maiden name was Theresa Neuwirth while that of Mrs. Ecker was Elizabeth Moser. All four of the celebrants are hale and hearty despite their ages and made the trip to the church in company today. Mrs. John Klieber, a sister of Mr. Ecker, who was bridesmaid at the wedding, accompanied the golden wedding party today. Rev. Father Gardhans officiated at mass said for the two couples at the Kasson church today, following which the celebrants returned to their homes where a two day celebration is planned, relatives, friends and neighbors being entertained at the Moser home today and at the Ecker home tomorrow. Mr. Moser is a veteran of the civil war, having served with Company G., Fourteenth Wisconsin. Both he and Mr. Ecker have been engaged in farming in the county for years and have amassed a comfortable competence for their reclining days. Congratulations were sent to the couples from many friends in this city. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, January 13, 1916 P.1


MINNIE MOSER Note from West Maple Grove: Last Monday the Angel of Death came and took with it the four months old little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Moser. The funeral was held Wednesday morning at nine o'clock from the Holy Trinity Church near Kasson. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 8, 1915


PAUL MOSER (d. 1894) Died – Paul Moser, Sr., died at his home in Kasson on Monday last, the result of a stroke of paralysis, at the age of 82 years. The funeral occurred Thursday from the church in Kasson, the services being conducted by Rev. Kraemer. The deceased was one of the oldest and most respected residents of that village. Brillion News – October 26, 1894 ********** Paul Moser birth: 1811 Germany death: 24 October 1894 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Manitowoc County, Wis. spouse: Lena Mosier Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


PAUL MOSER (d. 1926) Funeral services for Paul Moser, Sr., who died on August 16th were held at the Trinity Church at Kasson, with a solemn high mass performed by Rev. A. Garthaus assisted by two visiting priests. The deceased was born in Austria in 1846 and came to America in 1855. In 1878 he was united in marriage to Miss Mary Sturm at St. John. The couple first lived at Potter for four years, then moved to the farm in Maple Grove which has been their home since. He is survived by the widow, and seven children, John and Lena at home, Joseph and Elizabeth of Appleton, Paul of Maple Grove, Mrs. Chas. Fritsch of Greenleaf and Mrs. Anton Rawisky of Appleton. There is also one brother, Michael of Maple Grove and two sisters, Mrs. Henry Barth of Idaho and Mrs. Mary Schreiber of Montana. Brillion News – August 27, 1926 ******* From co. death record, v.22 p.488 Paul Moser farmer b: 8 May 1846, Germany/age 80yr. 3mo. 8da. d: 16 Aug. 1926, Maple Grove twp. wife: Mary Moser (lived at Brillion at time of his death) father: Paul Moser, b. Germany mother: Magdeline Edler cause of death: carcinoma of rectum, metastatic growth in other organs. duration 3 months buried at Catholic cemetery, Maple Grove


PAUL MOSER JR (d. 1965) Paul Moser, 85, formerly of Reedsville, died Tuesday at Fairhills Convalescent Home, Rosecrans. Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Friday at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Norman Krutzik will officiate and burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson. Mr. Moser was born July 15, 1879, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late Paul and Mary Strum Moser. He married Elizabeth Weins June 29, 1903, at Holy Trinity Church. He was a farmer in the Town of Maple Grove until 1956 when he retired and the couple moved to Reedsville. He was also a thresher for more than 50 years. He is survived by his wife of Fairhills Home, a brother, Joseph, of Appleton and a sister, Miss Lena Moser, of Manitowoc. A brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 7, 1965 P. 11


THERESA MOSER Brillion news section: Mrs. Michael Moser died Thursday evening at the age of eighty-three years. Mr. and Mrs. Moser for some time have been making their home with their son, John, on the homestead north-east of the city. She is survived by the sorrowing husband, son John and daughter, Mrs. Michael Weina, city. Funeral services were held today from Holy Trinity church, Kasson, at 9 o'clock Rev. A. Garthaus officiated. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, September 4, 1926 P.10


TRESSIA A. MOSER Miss Theresa Moser (SIC), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Moser, died last Monday after a lingering illness at the age of 24. The funeral took place on Wednesday from the Kasson Catholic Church. The sympathy of hosts of friends goes out to the sadly bereaved family. Among those who attended the funeral of Miss Tressia Moser last Wednesday were Mr. and Mrs. Tobias Schreiber of Medford, Mrs. John Johnson of Milwaukee, Mr. and Mrs. Mick Sturm, Mrs. Peter Baches and son, Hugo, Jack Sturm, Mr. Chas. Kohl, John Foster and son, John and daughter, May, Mrs. Jos. Sturm and son, George and Mrs. Agnes Eartle of Appleton. Brillion News - Fri., May 28, 1909


WILHELMINA MOSER Mrs. Minnie Moser, 67, of Brillion, passed away Wednesday morning at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Green Bay, following a lingering illness. Nee Geiger, she was born April 15, 1886, in Maple Grove, Wis., the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Geiger. On April 9, 1907, she was married to John Moser who preceded her in death in 1939. The couple operated a farm north of Brillion for many years. Six years ago she moved to Brillion to make her home. She was a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the Christian Mother’s society of the church. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. William Steinfest and Mrs. Herbert Menz, both of Brillion, and Mrs. Wesley Campbell of Dickonson, N.D.; five grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Harry Mickow of Milwaukee and Mrs. Frank Blechel of Oshkosh; one brother, Charles Geiger, of Manitowoc; and three half-brothers, Anton Traxler of Oregon, Joseph and Frank Traxler of Omro, Wis. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Luecker Funeral home, Brillion, and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. The Rev. Raymond Schauer will be celebrant of the requiem high mass and burial will be made in the Kasson cemetery. The body will lie in state from 7 p.m. this evening, and the rosary will be prayed at a vigil at 8 p.m. Friday. Sheboygan Press, September 3, 1953 P. 20


ALBERT NAGEL Albert Nagel, 72, retired Maple Grove Dairy farmer, died Thursday night at the Holy Family hospital, where he has made his home since February. Funeral services will be held Monday at 9:30 a.m. from the St. Mary’s Catholic church at Brillion. Burial will be in the Holy Trinity cemetery at Kasson. Mr. Nagel was born on the homestead farm on route 2 Brillion, which he operated with his brother, John, in recent years. Following sale of the farm, the brothers came to this city. He was a member of the Catholic Knights with the Holy Name society. Survivors are the brother, John, of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Frank Bender of Brillion, Mrs. John Schuller of Menasha; 11 nephews and eight nephews (sic). The body may be viewed at the Luecker funeral home in Brillion Saturday and Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 13, 1942 P. 2


ANNA NAGEL NEWS ON ROUTE NO. 2 Mrs. Jos. Nagel died last Sunday after an illness of two months duration at the age of 65 years. Decedent is survived by the sorrowing husband, two sons, Albert and John and four daughters, Mrs. Mary Zipperer and Misses Lizzie, Frances and Anna. The funeral was held from the Catholic church at Kasson on Wednesday, Rev. Garthus officiating. The Catholic Knights of which order the bereaved husband is a member, also attended the funeral. Card of Thanks Herewith we express our hearty thanks and show our sublimest gratitude to all those that assisted us during the illness of our dearest wife and mother and to all those that assisted at her death. And for the honor bestowed upon her by the Christian Mothers Society, by the Catholic Knights, both of Brillion and Reedsville branches and by Rev. Garthaus and to all those that assisted us leading her to her final resting place Joseph Nagel, Husband Albert John Mary Elizabeth Franziska Anastasia Children Brillion News, Fri., July 19, 1907


JOHN NAGEL Mr. John Nagel, 86, of Brillioon, died Friday at Morningside Nursing Home, Sheboygan. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. at Reedsville Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. Msgr. Orville Griese will officiate and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery. Mr. Nagel was born Nov. 23, 1878, at Brillion, son of the late Joseph and Anna Burich Nagel. He was a member of the St. Mary Holy Name Society. Survivors are nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday. The Rosary will be recited at 8 pm. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 20, 1965 P. 4 ******** (24 Nov 1878/Nov 1965/SSDI)


JOSEPH NAGEL Joseph Nagel, a well known pioneer of the town of Maple Grove died last Wednesday at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Green Bay of nephrities, at the age of 72 years. Decedent was born in Austria and came to America with his parents while quite a young man, and family taking up their abode on the present homestead. He is survived by two sons, John and Albert, and by four daughters, Mary Zipperer, Cato, Lizzie Bender, Brillion, Anna Renk, Maple Grove and Frances at home. The funeral took place this forenoon from the Kasson Catholic church, Rev. Garthaus conducting the services. Brillion News, October 19, 1917 ********* Maple Grove Items: Mr. Joseph Nagle(sic) narrowly escaped being killed on Wednesday of last week. The accident occurred as he was in the act of driving a team of young horses from the barn to the hay field, when by a sudden movement of the wagon he slipped and fell to the ground, still holding the reins, while being dragged at least twenty yards until the wagon came in collision with a stump, throwing the hay rack over. Mr. Nagle, who was attempting to regain his feet, which resulted in his dislocating his shoulder and breaking two of his ribs. The horses, after jumping over a fence, stood still till caught. The wagon was considerably smashed up. Manitowoc Tribune, Thurs., July 22, 1875


ANTON PRITZL (d. 1927) DIES TODAY AT BRILLION Anton Pritzl, a pioneer resident of Brillion died at the family home here this morning at 10:30 after an illness of a number of years. No funeral arrangements had been made at 2 o’clock today. Mr. Pritzl was seventy-two years old and is survived by his widow and ten children. Mrs. Michael Becker, Mrs. Rose Kocorek, Mrs. Lena Miller, Mrs. Joseph Binsfeld, Mrs. Minnie Baldesweiler, and William Pritzl, all of Brillion; Theodor Pritzl of Cato, Mrs. Joseph Anhalt, Clarks Mills, Mrs. Mary Michey of Stanley and Sister Mary Lenre of St. Francis convent of St. Francis, Wis. Manitowoc Herald News, March 25, 1927 P. 9 ******** Brillion News The funeral of Anton Pritzl, who died Thursday morning, was held at Kasson Monday, Rev. A. Garthaus, assisted by Rev. A. Pritzl of Chilton and Rev. Jaekels of Manitowoc officiated. The deceased was born in Bavaria in 1855 and immigrated to this country in his early manhood. He was married to Mary Zipperer and settled on a farm now operated by their son, William until several years ago, when they retired. Besides the widow, the following children survive him: Mrs. Mary Micke and Mrs. Minnie Baldesewilder of Stanley; Theodore and Mrs. Joseph Anhalt of Cato; Mrs. Nick Becker, Mrs. Kosmos Miller, Mrs. John Kocourek, William, Mrs. Joseph Binsford, all of Brillion; and Sister Mary Lenora of St. Francis Convent of St. Francis. The following out-of-town relatives and friends attended the funeral, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Pecker of Sheboygan, Mrs. W. Spatt of Oshkosh, Frank Pritzl of Marshfield, Mr. and Mrs. Anton Micke and Mr. and Mrs. Anton Baldeswilder of Stanley, Mr. and Mrs. John Miller of St. Nazianz, Mr. and Mrs. George Schuh, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Mink, Toney Koerner, Mr. and Mrs. Blacky Riederer, George Zipperer, Wenzel Zipperer, Ignatz Grahl, Joseph Zipperer, Mrs. Joseph Koerner, all of Whitelaw; Mrs. Louis Lemberger, Ferd Lemberger, Jerry Rolland, John Pritzl, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Denk, all of Cato; Mr.and Mrs. Benjamin Pritzl of St. Nazianz, Mr. and Mrs. Anton Pritzl of Greenleaf, John Becker of Manitowoc, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Becker of Two Rivers and many others. The pallbearers were Jacob Mancosky, Joseph Pritzl, Louis Rank, Joseph Wittmann, Frank Bander, Adolph Ecker. Manitowoc Herald News, Wed., March 30, 1927 page 12


CLARA A. PRITZL Clara, the 22 yr old daughter of Mrs. Frank Pritzl, died at the asylum for the insane at Oshkosh last Sunday. The unfortunate girl was weak minded and last summer was taken to the state institution in hopes that her normal faculties might be restored to her. The hope was a vain one. Her health rapidly failed and death came to her relief last Sunday. The body was brought here Monday and funeral took place from the Catholic church at Kasson on Wednesday, Rev. Garthaus officiating. Brillion News, March 17, 1911


FRANCES PRITZL Mrs. Frances Pritzl, died at her home in this city last Sunday, the cause of death being pneumonia. Decedent was born in Bavaria in 1853. At the age of four years her parents emigrated to America and settled in Whitelaw. She was married to Wolfgang Pritzl in 1869. Her husband died some years ago. Surviving her are eight sons, and four daughters. The sons are Wolfgang of West Holland, Joseph of Kasson, Frank, Charles and Adolph of city, Tony, Greenleaf, John with the military forces at Camp Grant and Alfred of Quebec, Canada. The daughters are Mrs. Fr. Kleiber and Mrs. John Ecker of this city, Mrs. Fr. Baumann of Branch. She was a devout member of St. Mary’s congregation and the funeral services were conducted at the church yesterday. Interment was in the Kasson cemetery, Rev. Garthaus officiating. Brillion News – February 28, 1919


FRANZ S. PRITZL Frank Pritzl(sic), and old and very respected resident of this section died on Wednesday after a prolonged illness, from which his friends had been hoping he would recover. Decedent was 59 years of age and is survived by the widow and nine children. The funeral will take place tomorrow from the Catholic Church at Kasson, Rev. Garthaus officiating. Mr. Pritzl was a man beloved of his neighbors, possessed of deep piety, and had many qualities to endear him and win the respect of his fellow men. The News extends its sympathy to the bereaved family. Brillion News, January 6, 1911


JEROME PRITZL Jerome Pritzl, 21 of Brillion, route 1, died early this morning at St. Mary Hospital at Green Bay where he had undergone an operation for appendicitis on Monday. Complications set in after the operation, causing the young man’s death. He had complained of feeling ill all last week but had not consulted a doctor. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church at Brillion, with burial in the Kasson Catholic Cemetery. The body is lying in state at the Pritzl home. Jerome Pritzl was born on May 7, 1919 at Brillion and he attended St. Mary’s Parochial school there. He was a member of the St. Mary’s C.Y.O. and of the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin. Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Pritzl; one brother, Leo and four sisters, Mrs. Bernard Benzshovel of Grimms and the misses Irene, Elaine and Emily Pritzl, all at home. Manitowoc Herald Times – Thursday, Nov. 14, 1940 – page 2


MARY PRITZL (d. 1925) Mrs. Mary Prietzl(sic), 65, died Sunday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Anton Bohman, at Stephensville. Mrs. Prietzl was an invalid for 15 years. Her former home was at Brillion. She is survived by five daughters, Sister DeLellis, Antigo; Mrs. S. M. Rohrer, Manitowoc; Mrs. L. W. Reink, Brillion; Mrs. Bohman and Miss Anna Prietzl, Stephensville; three sons, Frank, Manitowoc; Louis, Brillion; Robert, Greenville; two sisters, Mrs. Peter Braun, Brillion and Mrs. Alex Fischer, Manitowoc; five brothers, Joseph, Frank, Anton, John and Charles Zipperer, all of Whitelaw, Wis. The body was conveyed to Brillion Monday afternoon. The burial will take place in Kasson Thursday morning with the Rev. Edward Schumberg of Greenville conducting the services. Appleton Post Crescent, Mon., Feb. 23, 1925 page 2 ********* Notes from Maple Grove: Mrs. Mary Pritzl, a former resident of this section died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Anton Bohman at Hortonville, last Sunday. Decedent was born at Whitelaw in 1859(sic). In 1877 she was united in marriage to Frank Pritzl of Whilelaw. The couple removed to a farm near Kasson which was their home until the death of Mr. Pritzl some years ago. For the past five years the deceased lived at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Regina Bohman of Hortonville. Surviving her are three sons, Frank of Manitowoc, Louis of Brillion, Robert of Greenville and five daughters, Mrs. Theresia Hohrer of Manitowoc, Mrs. Mary Rank of Brillion, Mrs. Regina Bohman of Hortonville, Sister DeLelis of Silver Lake and Anna Pritzl of Hortonville. Also five brothers and two sisters survive. She was a member of the Christian Mothers’ society of Holy Trinity Church at Kasson. The funeral took place Thursday at 9 o’clock, services being conducted at St. Mary’s church at Brillion by Rev. A. Garthaus and Rev. Fr. Schumberg. Interment was in the Kasson Catholic Cemetery. The pallbearers were Adolph Ecker, Albert Nagle, Seb. Schuh, Jos. Wittmann, Peter Binsfield and A. Schmeida. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Mar. 5, 1925


MARY PRITZL (d. 1932) WIDOW VICTIM DEATH SUNDAY Mrs. Mary Pritzl Dies Of A Heart Attack Mrs. Mary Pritzl, 72, widow of the late Anton Pritzl, died Sunday afternoon of a heart attack at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Michael Becker, at Brillion. Since the death of her husband many years ago the deceased had been making her home with her children. Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 9:30 from the St. Mary's Catholic church in Brillion of which the deceased was a member. Interment will be in the Catholic cemetery there. The deceased, whose maiden name was Mary Zipperer, was born in Germany in 1860. She was married at Whitelaw to Anton Pritzl and they resided on a farm there for a number of years and then moved to Brillion. Two sons, Theodore of Cato and William of Brillion and the following daughters survive: Mrs. Anton Mickie and Mrs. Anton Boldeschiviller, both of Thorp, Wis., Mrs. Wm. Becker, Mrs. Kosmos Miller, Mrs. Joseph Binsfeld, Mrs. John Kocourek, all of Brillion. Sister Marie Lenore, of St. Francis convent, and Mrs. John Anhalt of Cato. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 15, 1932 p.3 (The newspaper had the wrong cemetery. She is in this one.) ******** Mrs. Mary Pritzl Dies At Brillion Mrs. Mary Pritzl, 72, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Michael Becker, on Sunday afternoon of a heart attack. She was born in Germany on April 3, 1860. At the age of two years she came to this country with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Martin Zipperer and settled at Whitelaw. Later she made her home here at Brillion, and was married to Anton Pritzl who preceded her in death several years ago. She is survived by 2 sons, Theodore Pritzl of Cato, and William of Brillion, and eight daughters, Mrs. Anton Mickle, Mrs. Anton Boldeschweller of Thorpe, Mrs. Michael Becker, Mrs. Kosmos Miller, Mrs. John Kocourek, Mrs. Joseph Binsfeld, all of Brillion, Sister M. Lenora of the St. Frances Seminary at St. Frances, and Mrs. Joseph Anhaldt of Cato, 70 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. The deceased was a member of the St. Mary church and was a member of the Christian Mother Society. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 Wednesday morning at St. Mary church. The Rev. Fr. Krause of Brillion, the Rev. Fr. Alfred Pritzl of Mishicot and the Rev. Fr. Garthews of Kaukauna, will officiate. Interment will be in the Kasson Cemetery. Appleton Post Crescent, Tuesday, August 16, 1932 pg. 11 *********** (Note: Obit birth year is one year different than tombstone)


VERONIKA PRITZL A child of Anton Pritzl, who lives about two miles north of town, died of cramps last Sunday. It was buried Tuesday in the Catholic Cemetery at Kasson, Rev. Wm. Kraemer officiating. Brillion News, Fri., Nov. 29, 1895


WOLFGANG PRITZL Wolfgang Pritzl died at his home Wednesday afternoon at the age of 58 years. He has been an invalid for the last six years, his illness finally culminating in dropsy, resulting in death. Decedent was born in Germany and emigrating to America, became one of that vast army of thrifty pioneers to whom our beloved country owes so much. He is survived by a wife and a large family of children, now mostly grown up. He was a good and law abiding citizen and provident parent and the community in his death has suffered a real loss. The funeral took place this forenoon from the Catholic Church at Kasson, Rev. A. Cipin officiating. Brillion News, Fri., Apr. 11, 1902


MARIA A. RANK The little child of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Rank died last week Wednesday. The funeral taking place on the succeeding Friday. Brillion News, Fri., Nov. 9, 1900 ******** Kasson: The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Rank died on Wednesday of last week. The funeral took place the following Friday from the Kasson Catholic Church. Brillion News, Fri., Nov. 9, 1900


ROLAND O. REICHARDT Roland Reichardt, age 62, of 9803 Long Lake Rd., Brillion, died on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2001 at Park View Home in Green Bay, following a lingering illness. He was born Nov. 20, 1938 in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the late Clarence and Nora (Krueger) Reichardt. He married Edith Konop on June 4, 1966 at Kellnersville. He was a 1956 graduate of Brillion High School and served in the US Army. He later worked at the Brillion Iron Works retiring in 1990. Roland was a member of Rural Brillion United Methodist Church. Reedway Sportsman’s Club, and loved to hunt and fish. Survivors include his wife Edith; four sons: Ross (Darleen) Reichardt of Saukville, Ryan of Oconto Falls, Rhet (Kristen) of Forest Junction, Rod and friend Mary Kay of Brillion and a granddaughter Alexis; his sisters and brothers; Eunice Watland of Nisswa, MN, Rodger (Lois) Reichardt of Appleton, Millicent Giffen and Priscilla Tahlier, both of Green Bay; David (Shirley) Reichardt of Plymouth; a brother-in-law, Lawrence Persohn of Green Bay, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, SeVera Persohn and LeMeryl Keuer. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Oct. 29 at 8 p.m. at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion, the Rev. Warren Waddell will officiate. Burial will be in Trinity Cemetery, Kasson. Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home in Brillion on Monday from 4 p.m. until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 28, 2001 P. A8


ANASTASIA RENK Mrs. Albert Renk, 52, former county resident, died Tuesday at St. Joseph’s hospital, Milwaukee. She recently submitted to an operation. Funeral services will be held Friday at 9:30 a.m. from the Catholic church at Kasson, town of Maple Grove. Mrs. Renk, nee Anna Nagel, was born at Maple Grove in 1886. She was married to Albert Renk and they resided in this county until a few years ago when they moved to Milwaukee. Survivors are the widower; a daughter, Helen, Milwaukee; two sons, Aloysius and Roman, Milwaukee; two brothers, Albert and John, Maple Grove; two sisters, Mrs. Frank Bender, Brillion, Mrs. John Schuller, Menasha. Mrs. Renk was a member of the Christian Mothers of the Gesu church, Milwaukee. The body may be viewed at the Nagel homestead in Maple Grove Thursday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 12, 1938 P. 2 ******** Reedsville Items United in Matrimony Albert Renk and Miss Anna Nagel of Maple Grove were united in the bonds of matrimony at Holy Trinity Church, Kasson, last Tuesday, Rev. Garthaus of this city perforing the ceremony. The young couple were attended by Miss Frances Nagel and Mr. Jos. Burich. The groom is a successful and prosperous decorator at Milwaukee. The bride is a daughter of Jos. Nagel. A host of friends wish the happy bride and groom prosperity. Brillion News - Fri., Nov. 21, 1913


GEORG SCHMIDT (From the correspondent in Brillion, 02 Feb.) Death in Kasson, Town Maple Grove, of George Schmit, a 60 yr. old bachelor, of lung disease. Der Nord Westen, 04 Feb. 1892


CAROLIN SCHUH Kasson: A little child of W. Schuh was buried last Monday at 10 a.m. in the Kasson Catholic cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, September 5, 1901 pg. 8 ***** The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Sebastian Schuh died last Saturday. Funeral took place last Monday at Kasson. Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 6, 1901 ***** Brillion: The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Sebastian Schuh died last Sunday. Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, September 12, 1901 pg. 8 ***** (Caroline Schuh/dau. of Sebastian and Maggie Schuh/sent in by family researcher/ see contributors page)


ELMER SCHUH Elmer M. Schuh, 79, of rural Brillion, passed peacefully during his final deer hunt, on Monday, Nov. 21, 2011. Elmer was born on April 7, 1932, son of the late John and Margaret (Braun) Schuh in Calumet County. He attended St. Mary's School in Brillion, and served in the Army in Germany from 1952-54. On Sept. 28, 1955, he married Annet Jean Bratz at St. Mary's Church, Brillion. Elmer worked at Brillion Iron Works for five years, and then 26 years at Eck Industries, where he retired in 1994. Elmer also raised dairy and beef cattle and farmed with his family in rural Brillion until 1999. Elmer enjoyed hunting and fishing with family, friends and neighbors. Elmer would never turn down a good game of sheephead, and was always in on the latest prank. He always took the time to visit with fellow farmers, friends and family whenever he could. Elmer loved and adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Elmer enjoyed watching his children's softball games and the Brillion High School football and basketball games and closely followed the Milwaukee Brewers. He worked diligently to make the backyard garden flourish in his retirement years. Elmer belonged to the Bloedor Becker Jensen American Legion Post 126 in Brillion, West Maple Grove Hunting Club, National FFA Lifetime Member, Union Local 301, and Holy Family Parish. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Margaret Schuh; granddaughter, Amber Doughty; brothers, John II, Henry (Lillian); sisters, Susie Schaffer and Theresa Rasmussen; brothers-in-law, Art Kolbe, Vance Bastian, Leo Reinke and Alden Bratz; sisters-in-law, Rita Kaderabek and Alice Bratz; and father-in-law and mother- in-law, Herman and Minnie Bratz. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 28, 2011, at Holy Family Parish, Brillion. Officiating at the Mass will be the Rev. Timothy Brandt with burial at Kasson Cemetery. Military Rites will be accorded by the American Legion Post, Brillion. Friends may call at church on Monday morning from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m. The Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, is assisting the Schuh family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.wieting-funeral-home.com Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter


GEORGE SCHUH George W. Schuh, 76, of Rt. 2, Brillion, died unexpectedly Monday at Bellin Memorial Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Wieting Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Leonard Woelfel will officiate and burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson, Wis. Mr. Schuh was born Oct. 15, 1894, in the Town of Maple Grove, Manitowoc County, son of the late Sebastian and Margaret Tienor Schuh. He married Lauretta Manlick June 7, 1927, at Kasson. He was engaged in farming all his life. Mr. Schuh was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, the Holy Name Society and a 54 year member of the Catholic Knights. Survivors include his wife; six sons, (private); five daughters, (private); two brothers, John of Brillion and Edward of Reedsville, and 33 grandchildren. A son, two sisters and three brothers preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where a wake service will be at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 29, 1970 P. 5 ********* Notes from West Maple Grove: Tuesday, June 7, Loretta, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Manlick and George Schuh, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sebastian Schuh, both well known young people of this locality were united in marriage at the Holy Trinity Church at 9:00 in the morning, Rev. Garthaus officiating. The bride was attired in white silk. Anna Manlick, sister of the bride who acted as bridesmaid was attired in a pretty pale orchid dress. The best man, cousin of the groom, was Emery Geiger. After the ceremony, a dinner was served at the home of the bride's parents to immediate relatives. All the county round is extending the best wishes to both young people. The newlyweds took a trip to the Northern Lakes and will be at home at the groom's farm on June 15. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 16, 1927


JOHN SCHUH (d. 1973) John Schuh, 81, of 129 Park St., Brillion, a retired farmer, died Sunday evening at his home after a lingering illness. He was born March 22, 1892 in the Town of Maple Grove, Manitowoc County, son of the late Sebastian and Margaret Deinor Schuh. On Oct. 10, 1922 he married Margaret Brown. The couple farmed in the Brillion area until retiring in 1957 and moving to Brillion. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion, its Holy Name Society and a half-century member of the Catholic Knights. Survivors are his widow; six daughters, five sons, 56 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and a brother, Edward of rural Reedsville. A son, John Jr., two sisters and three brothers preceded him in death. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church. The Rev. Raymond Dowling, pastor, will be celebrant of the funeral Mass. Burial will be in Kasson Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday until the time of services Wednesday. Wake service will be at 8:15 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. The Sheboygan Press, Monday, March 26, 1973 – P. 16 ******* (22 Mar 1892/Mar 1973/SSDI)


LAURETTA SCHUH Mrs. Lauretta Schuh, 72, of Route 2, Brillion, died unexpectedly at her home Friday, February 29, of an apparent heart attack. The former Lauretta Manlich was born Oct. 2, 1907, in the town of Maple Grove, Manitowoc County, daughter of Joseph and Mary Weins Manlich. On June 7, 1927, she married George Schuh at Kasson, Manitowoc County. The couple operated a farm in the town of Maple Grove. Her husband died in 1970. She moved to rural Brillion in 1976. Mrs. Schuh was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion and its Christian Mothers Society. Survivors are five daughters, Mrs. Theodore (Elizabeth) Geise of Hilbert, Sisters Clara Schuh of Clarks Mills, Mrs. Francis (Monica) Dresang of Route 1, Reedsville; Mrs. Glenmore (Regina) Fischer and Mrs. Richard (Helen) Fischer, both of Brillion; six sons, Richard of Kellnersville, Norbert of Route 1, Reedsville; Irwin of Maribel, Anthony of Brillion, Sebastian of Route 2, Brillion, and George of Whitelaw; a sister, Mrs. Cecelia Kamke of Kaukauna; a brother, Frank Manlich of Kiel; 40 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A son and two sisters preceded her in death. A funeral Mass was offered at 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 3, at St. Mary Catholic Church by the Rev. John O'Brien, pastor, The Mass was preceded by family rites at 10 a.m. at Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion. Burial was in Kasson Cemetery. Chilton Times, March 6, 1980 ******** (02 Oct 1907/Feb 1980/SSDI) ******** Notes from West Maple Grove: Tuesday, June 7, Loretta, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Manlick and George Schuh, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sebastian Schuh, both well known young people of this locality were united in marriage at the Holy Trinity Church at 9:00 in the morning, Rev. Garthaus officiating. The bride was attired in white silk. Anna Manlick, sister of the bride who acted as bridesmaid was attired in a pretty pale orchid dress. The best man, cousin of the groom, was Emery Geiger. After the ceremony, a dinner was served at the home of the bride's parents to immediate relatives. All the county round is extending the best wishes to both young people. The newlyweds took a trip to the Northern Lakes and will be at home at the groom's farm on June 15. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 16, 1927


MAGGIE SCHUH (d. 1942) Mrs. Sebastian Schuh, 79, nee Margaret Tienor, died Thursday morning at the home of her son, John Schuh, in Kasson, Calumet county. She had been in failing health for several months. Funeral services will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic church at Brillion at 9:30 Monday morning, the body lying in state at the Luecker funeral home at Brillion until the hour of services. Interment will be in the cemetery of Holy Trinity Catholic church at Kasson. Mrs. Schuh was born in Rockland township, Feb. 19?, 1863. Sixty years ago she married Sebastian Schuh and the couple farmed in the town of Maple Grove until Mr. Schuh’s death 18 years ago. Mrs. Schuh then moved to Brillion where she resided until recently. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Leo Schumacher, Brillion, and Mrs. Anton Damate, Waukegan, Ill.; four sons, Joseph, John and George, near Brillion, and Edward, near Reedsville, one sister, Mrs. Matt Lensmire, Reedsville; and 41 grandchildren. Two sons preceded her in death. The rosary will be recited at the funeral home Saturday evening. She was a member of the Christian Mothers society of St. Mary’s church. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 29, 1942 P. 4


MARGARET SCHUH (d. 1980) Mrs. Margaret Schuh, 79, of 129 Park St., Brillion, died Wednesday, December 3, at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton, following a long illness. Funeral services will be 10 a.m Saturday at Wieting Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion. The Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Kasson Cemetery. Mrs. Schuh, nee Margaret Braun, was born Oct. 14, 1901, at Brillion, daughter of the late Peter and Theresa Zipperer Braun. She was married to John Schuh Oct. 10, 1922, and farmed with her husband in the Brillion area until 1962, when they moved to Brillion. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and Christian Mothers Society of the church. Mr. Schuh preceded her in death in 1973. Survivors include five sons, Elmer, Arnold and James of Brillion, Bernard of Combined Locks and Henry of Reedsville; six daughters, Mrs. Grace Kolbe and Mrs. Charles (Lucy) Meyer of Chilton, Mrs. Leo (Mary) Reinke and Mrs. John (Sylvia) Schaffer of Hilbert, Mrs. Vance (Margaret) Bastian of Forest Junction and Mrs. Poul (Theresa) Rasmussen of Brillion; a brother, Anthony Braun of Brillion; a sister, Mrs. Ervin Pick of Jefferson, Wis., 64 grandchildren and 25 great grand- children. Two sons, four brothers and a sister preceded her in death. Friends may call at Wieting Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday until the time of service. The Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Friday by Christian Mothers Society and a parish vigil service will be at 8:15 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, December 4, 1980 P.3 ******** (14 Oct 1901/Dec 1980/SSDI) (real baptismal name, Theresa)(bapt. name and death date sent in by family researcher-see contrib. page)


SEBASTIAN SCHUH (d. 1922) Sebastian Schuh, Jr. whose death we chronicled last week is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Sebastian Schuh, and was born in the town of Maple Grove April 29, 1899. He was not married and has lived at home with his parents all his life, a loyal and industrious son. He is survived by his parents, four brothers, Joseph, John, George and Edward, all of Maple Grove and two sisters, Mrs. Leo Schumacher of Brillion and Miss Mary Schuh of Chicago. The funeral was held last Saturday services being conducted at Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. Garthaus officiating. The pall bearers were selected from the local Branch of Catholic Knights of which the deceased was a member. Interment was in the Catholic Cemetery at Kasson. Brillion News – December 8, 1922 ********** Notes from West Maple Grove: Sebastian Schuh Jr., 28 years of age, died Thanksgiving Day morning, after an illness of about 2 months. Deceased was born and brought up here, being the son of Sebastian Schuh Sr., and wife. The deceased is survived by his parents, four brothers and two sisters. Those from outside attending the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Schuh of Manitowoc, Mr. and Mrs. Wencel Deines and Mr. and Mrs. John Schmidt of Cato, Mr. and Mrs. Linsmeyer of Franklin, Mr. and Mrs. Schuh, Mr. George Zipperer and Blas. Meile of Whitelaw The funeral took place Saturday at 9 o'clock am from the Holy Trinity Church at Kasson. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 7, 1922


SEBASTIAN SCHUH (d. 1926) Sylvester (sic) Schuh, a well known resident of the town of Maple Grove, died last Saturday at the age of 68 years. The deceased was born at Menasha in 1858. In 1882 he was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Denore (sic) at Rockland, the sorrowing widow who now survives. Surviving the decedent are four sons, Joseph, John, George and Edward Schuh, all of this community. Also two daughters, Mrs. Margaret Schumacher of Brillion, Mrs. Mary Demott of Waukegan. One brother, Joseph lives at Manitowoc, another, George lived at Whitelaw. There are two sisters, Mrs. Anna Schuck of Menasha and Mrs. Frances Zipperer of Whitelaw. He was a member of the Catholic Knights and of the Holy Name Society and for a number of years was school district clerk. The funeral took place yesterday, services being conducted in the Catholic church at Kasson, Rev. A. Garthaus officiating. Brillion News – December 10, 1926


WILHELM SCHUH William Schuh, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sebastian Schuh of Maple Grove, died last Tuesday, suffering a stroke of apoplexy. Besides the parents, the deceased is survived by five brothers, Joseph, John, George, Edward and Sebastian and by two sisters, Mrs. Schumacher and Mrs. Mary Domato of Milwaukee. He was a member of the Catholic congregation at Kasson. The funeral took place today from the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. Garthaus conducting the funeral services. Brillion News – Feb. 1, 1918 ********* (Note: On the 1900 Maple Grove census: Sebastian Schuh age 52; Maggie age 47; children: Joseph age 25; Maggie age 23; Mary age 21; William age 19; John age 17; George age 1?; Eduard age 13; Sebastian age 11; Charles age 9. It appears the d. date on the stone is incorrect.


BERNHARD SCHWANDNER SCHWANDNER – B. Schwandner, one of the oldest and best known residents of this section died last week Tuesday, at the advanced age of ninety years. Decedent is survived by one son, William. A sister also survives him. The funeral took place from the Catholic Church at Kasson, Friday, Rev. Sprangers officiating. Brillion News, December 7, 1906 ******* The following from the Manitowoc Civil War Roundtable: Born: August 20, 1816 1860 Federal Census: WI, Manitowoc County, Maple Grove: Bardel Schwandner, 45, Farm Laborer, RE 300, bBaden Magdalene Schwandner, 40, b Baden Chd: Bardel-19, Leobold-16, both b Baden Enlisted: August 11, 1862 as a Private from Menasha, WI (as SCHUVANDER, BERTHOLD) Wounded: Chaplin Hills Mustered Out: January 4, 1863 1870 Federal Census: WI, Manitowoc County, Maple Grove: Bernerd Swintenes, 50, Farmer, RE 2000, PE 422,b Baden Caroline Swintenes, 45 Housekeeping, b Baden Chd: William-23 b Baden 1880 Federal Census: WI, Manitowoc County, Maple Grove: Bernhart Schwantner, 63, Farmer, b Baden Carolina Schwantner, 65, Wife, Keeping House, b Baden 1885 Soldiers & Sailors of the Late War, Residing in Wisconsin, 1885: Berthold Schwantner, Pvt, I 26WI, Post Office Brillion Buried at Emanuel Evang. E.U.B.: Carolina, Gattin von B. Schwander, geb 29 Jan 1814, gest. 19 Marz 1894. Died: November 27, 1906 Buried: Holy Trinity Kasson Cemetery, Maple Grove, WI Gravesite: “SCHWANDNER: Bernhard, geb. 20 Aug. 1816, gest. 27 Nov. 1906” US War


WILHELMINA TRAXLER Mrs. Jos. Traxler died at her home last Tuesday evening at the age of 41 years, survived by her husband and four children. The funeral took place today from Kasson Catholic Church. The NEWS extends its sincere sympathy to the sadly bereaved family. Brillion News, Fri., OCt. 23, 1908


WILLIAM WALL Wm. Wall died Wednesday of this week at his residence near Kasson. He was 78 years of age and leaves a family. Funeral services will be held today. Brillion News, Fri., Feb. 4, 1898 ******** (First publication Feb. 10, 1898) No. 7 STATE OF WISCONSIN-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In Probate. In the matter of the estate of William Wall, deceased. An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of William Wall of Maple Grove, in said County, having been delivered into said court. And Thomas Wall, of Maple Grove in said county, having presented to said court his petition in writing duly verified, representing, among other things that said William Wall died testate at Maple Grove, in said county, on the 1st day of February, 1898, that said instrument is the last will of said deceased, and that petitioner is named therein as executor and praying that said instrument be proven and admitted to Probate and that letters testamentary thereon be 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 special term of said county court, to be held at the office of the County Judge in the city and county of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 8th day of March 1898, at 10 o'clock A.M. And it is further ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be given by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous to the time of said hearing in the Manitowoc Pilot, a newspaper published in said Manitowoc county. Dated February 7th 1898. By the Court, J.S. Anderson, County Judge. Nash & Nash, Attorney. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, February 17, 1898 P. 2


ELIZABETH WEINS Notes from West Maple Grove: Mrs. Elizabeth Weins died at her home on March 26th.Decedent was born here in 1856. In 1879 she was united in marriage to Jos. Weins at Kasson and in 1881 the couple took up their residence on the farm here. Surviving her are the husband and three children, John at home and Mrs. Mary Manlick and Mrs. Elizabeth Moser from here. The funeral was held the 30th of March from the Kasson Catholic Church, Rev. Garthaus officiating, assisted by Rev. Hauch of Morrison and Rev. Dacker of Reedsville. The pallbearers were Alb. Nagel, Adolph Ecker, Jos. Wittmann, Jos. Pritzl, Paul Moser Sr. and Sebastian Schuh. Those from a distance who attended the funeral were Mrs. Mary Weins, Joe Weins, Mike Schydiak of Athens; Mr. and Mrs. Louis Giese of Stevens Point; Mrs. J. P. Case and daughter of Fond du Lac; Gertrude Ecker and Geo. Ecker of Birnamwood; Mrs. Anna Busse of ?; Mr. and Mrs. Joe Tuschel, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Tuschel, Mrs. Mary Denk, Mr. and Mrs. Gil Rappel of Clarks Mills; Mr. and Mrs. Millie Screiba and son of Darboy; Joe Traxler and Mfrs. Elizabeth Schwartzbauer of Menasha; Chas. Fritsch and family of Morrison; Messrs and Mrs. Mike Weins, Math Nielles Sr., Math Scheafer, Moe Knier and John Ecker of Hilbert; Anton Kleiber of Manitowoc; Mr. and Mrs. Anton Zipperer of Grimms; Mrs. Alb Renk of De Pere; Mr. and Mrs. Tony Pritzl of Greenleaf. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 9, 1925


JOSEPH WEINS Hold Funeral Services For Joseph Weins, 81 Funeral services for Joseph Weins, 81, who died at his farm home three miles northeast of Brillion, were held this morning at the Trinity Catholic church at Kasson, Wis. Interment was in the Kasson cemetery. Mr. Weins was born in Germany in 1855 and came here with his parents in 1862. He married Elizabeth Kleiber in Reedsville in 1878. She died 11 years ago. Survivors are a son, John; two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Manlick and Mrs. Paul Moser, all of Brillion. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 24, 1936 P. 2


ANNA WERNER Former Pioneer of Maple Grove Dies Sunday at Appleton Mrs. Anna Werner, 87, widow of Herman Werner and a pioneer resident of Maple Grove, passed away Sunday at the home of her son, Dennis at Appleton, where she had been residing. She fell and fractured her hip last August and has been confined to her bed ever since. Her maiden name was Anna Hickey and she was born in Ireland in 1844 coming to this county with her parents at an early age. The family first located at Waukesha and then moved to Maple Grove. There she was married to Herman Werner and they resided on a farm for many years and later located at Seymour. Her husband passed away twenty-five years ago. A family of eight sons survive. Burial will take place Wednesday morning at ten o’clock from the St. Marys Church in Brillion with interment in the Kasson Cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News – Tuesday, Dec. 8, 1931 – page 11


DAVID A. WITTMANN David A. Wittmann, 34 months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Wittmann, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died Saturday afternoon at home after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Brillion, with the Rev. Raymond Schauer officiating. Burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Kasson. He was born July 19, 1955, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay, son of Allen and Rita Geiger Wittmann. Survivors include his parents, a brother Gerald, and sister, Jane, at home, maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Geiger Sr., and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Wittmann of Rt. 2. Brillion. Friends may call at the funeral home where the rosary will be recited at 8 o’clock this Monday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 26, 1958 P. 15