WM. BIRKHOLZ Infant Birkholz Wm. Joseph, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Birkolz, who was born on February 18, passed away at the home of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Birkholz in Reedsville on Wednesday morning. The child had been ill since birth. Funeral services were held from the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Reedsville Friday morning at eight o'clock. Interment was in the adjoining cemetery. Immediate survivors besides the parents include the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Birkolz of Reedsville and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Bauman of Reifs Mills. Brillion News - March 15, 1935 ******* (Note: the death was Wednesday which was March 13, 1935) (Note: This is the old cemetery that was closed in 1938. I believe this child is here because the new one wasn't in existence yet.)
MARY BOETTCHER Mrs. Albert Boetcher died Saturday morning of inflammation of the bowels. Mrs. Boettcher had been sick about three weeks. She was well known in this vicinity and leaves many friends who will mourn her death. Mrs. Boetcher was a LeVa??s girl before her marriage to Albert Boetcher. Mrs. Boetcher was about 24 years of age. She leaves a husband and one small child. Mrs. Boetcher was buried in the Catholic cemetery Monday, Rev. Father Cipin officiated. Brillion News - April 14, 1900
ANNA BRAUN Mrs. Braun died yesterday. She had been taken sick a few days before her death. She was about 77 years old. Manitowoc Pilot, December 21, 1899 ******** The mother of John Braun of this city died at her home in the village of Reedsville last Wednesday morning after a brief illness at the age of 77 years. She was a native of Bohemia and was married to her husband, Joseph Braun, in 1848. She came with her husband and family to America in 1865 and during the sixteen years prior to her death resided at Reedsville. She was a gentle and loving wife and mother and a devout Christian. Her funeral took place last Friday from the Catholic church in Reedsville. Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Dec. 26, 1899
MARIE BUDILOWSKY Mary Buddowski (sic) birth: 1814 Bohemia death: 18 January 1899 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wis. residence: 1899 Rockland, Man. Co. spouse: Wenzet Budelowski Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 ******** Name: Mary Budelowski Color: White Sex: Female Occupation of Deceased: House Wife Age: 85 Years Place of Birth: Bohemia Name of Husband: Wenzel Budelowski Condition: Widow Date of Death: 1-18-1899 Residence at time of death: Town Rockland, Manitowoc Cause of Death: Cardiac Dropay Place of Death: Town Rockland Man. Co. Duration of Disease: One Year Place of Burial: Catholic Cemetery Reedsville, WI Name of Undertaker or other person conducting burial: Ernst Schreid Date of Certificate: 1-19-1899 No Burial Permit: 19 Date of Burial Permit: 1-19-1899 County death index: 1899 Jan. 18, Budelowski Mary v.6 p.123
VACLAV BUDILOWSKY Wenzel Buderooski birth: 1821 Bohemia death: 5 August 1898 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wis. residence: 1898 Rockland, Manitowoc Co. spouse: Mary Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 ********* Name: Wenzel Budervoski Color: White Sex: Male Occupation: Retired Farmer Age: 77 Birth Place of Father: Bohemia Birth Place of Mother: Bohemia Name of Wife: Mary Buderowski Condition: Married Date of Death: 8-5-1898 Resident at time of death: Town Rockland Manitowoc Co Cause of Death: Cardiac Dropsy Heart Failure Place of Death: Town Rockland Manitowoc Co. Duration of Disease: Two Years Deceased ever a soldier? No Place of Burial: Catholic Cemetery Reedsville Wis Name of Undertaker or other person conducting burial: Schrider Death of Certificate: 11-5-1898 County death index: 1898 Aug 05 BUDERVOSKI Wenzel v.6 p.113 (Note: Despite the different spelling and age, this is probably the same person)
AMALIJE BURIC Notes from Reedsville The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Burich was buried from St. Mary's church last Friday morning. Manitowoc Pilot, Dec. 24, 1914
JOZEFINA BURIC Notes From Reedsville: Mrs. Burich (sic), an old resident of this vicinity, died Saturday. The funeral took place Wednesday from St. Mary's church here. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, September 15, 1904 pg. 8 ******** (From county death index: Josephine Burich/d. Sept. 11 1904 co. index v.7 p.292)
VOJTECH BURIC (d. 1916) Albert K. Burich(sic), a pioneer resident of Reedsville, died suddenly while seated in a chair at the home of his son. The aged man had complained of being cold and a fire was lighted. Members of the family were busy with chores about the yard and upon returning to the house found Mr. Burich dead in his chair. Decedent was born in 1837 and came to Manitowoc county in 1866, locating on a farm near Reedsville. Six children survive. The funeral was held Wednesday at Reedsville. Manitowoc Daily Herald, September 8, 1916 p.2 ******* Burich Albert K. Burich, who passed peacefully away Sunday evening while seated in an arm chair near the fire which his son had kindled a short tie before when his father complained of feeling chilly. The family went to the barn to do the evening's miling and in returning found the father dead in his arm chair. The Final Summons coming wholly unexpected although the old gentleman had been feeble for some time. Mr. Burich was born in 1837 and came to the county in 1866 settling on a farm west of this village. Six children, John and Alois at home, Frank and Tom of Crandon, Anna (Mrs. Shimek) of Antigo and Lizzie (Mrs. Frank Kirch) are left to mourn his death, his wife having died several years ago. The funeral took place Wednesdayt at 10 am from St. Mary's church, Rev.Kolar officiating. Brillion News – Fri., Sept. 8, 1916 ******* (1900 Rockland census: Albert K. Burich age 63; wife Josephine age 49; son Johnnie J. age 22; dau. Lizzie age 15; son Thomas E. age 13 Zari on the stone is September ******** The census information reflects a correction from what was there. A researcher brought it to my attention. His contact information is on the contributor's page.
VOJTECH BURIC (d. 1918) Notes from Reedsville: Mr. Albert Burich(sic) for years a resident here died suddenly Wednesday morning and was buried Friday. A wife and three daughters and a son survive. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 20, 1918
ANNA BURICH MRS. BURICH DIES, AGE 90 Head of Family of Four Generations Dies Sunday Mrs. Anna Burich, 90, head of a family of four generations, including nine children, 35 grandchildren and 46 great grandchildren, died Sunday afternoon at the home of her son Charles on the homestead farm in the town of Rockland. Funeral services for the aged resident, who has been active up to a few months ago, will be held Wednesday at 9 a.m. from the St. Mary's Catholic church at Reedsville. The deceased was born at Tabor, CzechoSlovakia in 1844 and came to this country with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Kirch at the age of 12. They located on a farm near Reedsville. Misfortune struck the family the first year. All the buildings on the farm were destroyed by fire. The family shared the home of a neighbor until new buildings could be erected. When 18 years of age Miss Kirch was married to Frank Burich and they located on the present homestead farm in Rockland. Mr. Burich died 18 years ago. Survivors are six sons, Emil, Cadott, Wis.; John, Sheboygan; Anton, Chippewa Falls; Frank, Charles, Joseph, Reedsville; three daughters, Mrs. Anna Fahrbach, Menasha; Mrs. John Kubale, Reedsville, and Mrs. Emil Wenzel, Rockland; and a brother, Frank of Maple Grove. Manitowoc, Herald Times, Monday, November 12, 1934 p.2 ******** Represent Four Generations. Mrs. Anna Burich, whose eighty-eighth birthday was celebrated at the home of her son, Charles, one-half mile south of Reedsville Sunday, heads a family of four generations in which there are nine living children, 34 grandchildren and 38 great- grandchildren. With her in the above photograph are shown representatives of the second, third and fourth generations of the family. A grandson, Charles Burich, is at the left, great-grandson, Alois Burich, in the rear center, and a son, Frank Burich, at the right. Born at Tabor, Czecho-Slovakia, June 12, 1844, Mrs. Burich came to this country with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Kirch, at the age of twelve years. Mrs. Burich tells many interesting stories of the hardships and disappointments of their early pioneer days. The first two weeks in this locality, she relates, were spent with a family in the town of Kossuth. After that time the family settled near Reedsville on the farm that is now the property of Joseph Kirch. Misfortunate struck the family during the first year here, for before the year was ended all of the buildings erected on the new farm were destroyed by fire. The family shared the living quarters of kindly neighbors, the Kabats, until a new home could erected. When eighteen years of age Anna Kirch was married to Frank Burich. Eleven children were born to them, nine of them still living. The father died 16 years ago. Sons in the family are John of Sheboygan, Emil of Cadott, Wis., Anton of Chippewa Falls, Frank, Joseph, and Charles of Reedsville, and the daughters are Mrs. Emil Wenzel of Potter, Mrs. Anna Fahrbach of Menasha, and Mrs. John Kubale of Reedsville. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 16, 1932
BARBORA BURIC Barbara Vesely Burich birth: 1847 Bohemia death: 6 September 1898 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wis. residence: 1898 Rockland, Manitowoc Co. spouse: John Burich Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
CECILIA BURICH The funeral of Celia Burich, the twelve year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John A. Burich, of Rockland was held from St. Mary's Catholic church at 10 o'clock Wednesday morning, Rev. J. W. Decker reading requiem High Mass and the burial rites at the grave. Deceased was taken ill several months ago with rheumatic trouble and for a time it was hoped she would recover but for past month she had grown weaker and on Monday morning she passed quietly away. She leaves to mourn her death besides her parents four sisters. She was a pupil at St. Mary's Catholic school and her classmates, six of whom were pallbearers at the funeral with eight girls as honorary pallbearers. Manitowoc Herald News, December 30, 1926 P. 7
FRANK BURICH At an early hour Monday morning death invaded the house of a Wisconsin pioneer settler who for more than a century(sic) had made his home on a farm about one half mile south of Reedsville. Frank Burich who obeyed the Summons Home, was born in Bohemia, Austria in 1836. He came to America in 1850 and settled at Reedsville, Wisconsin, which was at that time a wilderness. A year later he went to Chicago, working at his trade as a blacksmith. Two years later he returned to Reedsville to make his home with his parents on the home farm. Mr. Burich was a kind father, a respected neighbor and true Christian. He was a devout member of St. Mary's Catholic Congregation of this village and during his illness which has been for two years or more was a patient sufferer and resigned to "God's Will." He leaves besides his wife, six sons, and three daughters, Emil of Cadott, Anton of Chippewa Falls, John of Sheboygan, Frank, Charles and Joseph of Reedsville, Mrs. Geo Fahrbach of Menasha, Mrs. John Kubale of Rockland and Mrs. Emil Wenzlaff of Potter. Two brothers, Albert and John Burich of Reedsville and thirty-two grandchildren. The deceased was a member of the Catholic Knights Society and his funeral was attended by all of the members of the local court. The funeral was held Wednesday morning, Rev. Father Kolar saying the requiem High Mass and performing the burial rites for the deceased member of his congregation. Brillion News - September 8, 1916
JOSEPH BURICH TOWN TREASURER OF ROCKLAND DROPS DEAD TODAY Joseph Burich, 32, Well Known Farmer, Victim of Heart Failure at Noon at His Home Joseph H. Baruch, town treasurer of the town of Rockland, dropped dead in the stables at his home at noon today. Mr. Burich's death was due to heart failure. Mr. Burich, who was one of the best known young farmers of Manitowoc county, was thirty-two years of age. He is survived by a widow and four children. Mr. Burich had been engaged in threshing this morning and had left his work for the noon day meal. He had visited the barn and was talking with another member of the threshing crew, when he suddenly wavered and fell over dead. Physicians were called from Reedsville but nothing could be done, death having been instantaneous. Deceased was the owner of a farm at Rockland and had been prominent in affairs of the village for years. The funeral will be held at Rockland. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, September 4, 1918 p.8 ******** West Maple Grove news: Quite a few from here attended the funeral of Jos. Burich at Reedsville last Saturday. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, September 14, 1918 P. 4 ******** On Monday morning, Joseph Burich and Miss Louise Novak of Reedsville were united in marriage by Rev. Kolar at St. Mary's Church in that village. The young couple were attended by Misses Rose Novak and Mary Hlavachek and by Chas. Burich and Louis Novak. Both are well known and popular young people and the NEWS joins with their many friends in wishing them a happy and prosperous future. Brillion News, Fri., Oct. 6, 1911 ********* (Joseph Burich d. 1918 and is buried in Old St. Mary's.) She is bur. with her 2nd husband John Burich in New St. Mary's)
ELIZABETH CARY Reedsville: Mrs. Kerry(sic), who has been very ill for a long time, died Tuesday afternoon and will be buried Thursday. Brillion News, Fri., May 14, 1897 ******** From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-Five Years Ago - (1897) Mrs. Charles Carey(sic) of Reedsville died on Tuesday of this week. She had been sick for five months. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 11, 1922 ******** Elizabeth Cary birth: 1860 Canada death: 11 May 1897 Reedsville, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wis. spouse: Charles Cary Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
CATHERINE DONOVAN MISS DONOVAN DIES; BURIAL ON SATURDAY Miss Catherine Donovan, resident of Manitowoc county for more than a half century, died at the Holy Family hospital where she had been a patient for a short time. She was for many years employed in various positions about the city and for a time made her home on a farm which she owned near Collins. She was seventy-two years old and is survived by her sister, Mrs. Mary Donovan, a widow at Collins. The funeral will be held Saturday morning from the home of her sister at Collins and services will be held at the Catholic church at Reedsville with burial at the Reedsville cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, May 1, 1924 P. 1
EDWARD DONOVAN Edward, the eight-months-old son of Patrick Donovan of Collins, died early this morning. The funeral is to be held Monday morning with burial at Reedsville. Funeral services will be held at the St. Mary's Catholic church at Reedsville at 9 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald News, Wis., Friday, April 7, 1922 pg. 1 ******** Niles: Mr. and Mrs. Pat Donovan of Collins are grieved over the loss of their son, who died last Friday. He was buried at Reedsville Monday morning. Kiel Tri County Record, Apr. 13, 1922 page 4
JOHN DONOVAN REEDSVILLE MAN DROPS DEAD ON PORCH John Donovan, 62, a Victim of Heart Attack NO INQUEST HELD; WAS OLD RESIDENT John Donovan, a well known resident of Reedsville, dropped dead on the porch at his home in that village at 6 o'clock last night, death being due to a sudden attack of heart failure. Mr. Donovan was 62 years of age. Mr. Donovan had returned to his home and was about to enter the house from the porch when he was seen to stagger, throw up his hands and fall to the floor. His sister, Miss Kate Donovan, who made her home with the dead man, summoned aid and the stricken man was removed to the house. Dr. Cary, who was called, found the man dead and pronounced the case one of heart failure. The report of the death was made to Coroner Falge and District Atty, Healy but after the facts had been stated it was decided that no inquest was necessary. Mr. Donovan will be buried at Reedsville. Mr. Donovan was 62 years of age and had resided at Reedsville for a long term of years. He was unmarried and is survived by his sister, Miss Kate, of Reedsville, and one brother, Dan, of Waukesha, Wis. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, November 7, 1913 P. 1 ******** John Donovan, who died just after he returned from a walk up town, was buried Monday from St. Mary's Catholic Church, Rev. Kolar officiating. Mr. Donovan had been in ill health for some time but it was not thought his sickness was serious. Thursday evening he was taken with a coughing spell and stepped out upon the porch where he fell dying without a word of warning. Two sisters and one brother are left to mourn his death. The deceased was a retired farmer who moved to this village about a year ago in company with his sister who kept house for him. They have occupied rooms in the Duggan home since coming here but were contemplating purchasing a home in the village. Brillion News, Fri., Nov. 14, 1913
****** (Order to Hear Petition For Administration.) STATE OF WISCONSIN, Manitowoc County Court. In Probate. In the matter of the Estate of John Donovan, deceased, intestate. On reading and filing the petition of Katherine Donovan, of Village of Reedsville, in said county, representing among other things that John Donovan an inhabitant of said county, on the 6th day of November, A.D. 1913, at said Village of Reedsville died intestate, leaving estate to be administered, and that the said petitioner is a sister of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to Daniel Donovan granted. It Is Ordered, that said petition be heard at a special term of said County Court to be held on Tuesday, the 27th day of January, A.D., 1914, at 10 o'clock A.M., at the office of the County Judge, in the City of Manitowoc, in said county. Ordered Further, that notice of the time and place so appointed, be given to all persons interested, by publication hereof for three weeks successively, prior to said day of hearing in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc in said County. Dated at Manitowoc, the 27th day of December, A.D. 1913. By the Court, John Chloupek, County Judge. Hougen & Brady, Attys. Manitowoc Pilot, January 1, 1914 P. 4
MARY DONOVAN Pioneer of Maple Grove Dies Aged 81 Mrs. Mary Donovan, eighty-one a pioneer resident of the town of Maple Grove, died at the family home Sunday morning after an illness of three days. The funeral will be held Wednesday morning with services at 9:30 at St. Mary's Catholic church at Reedsville, the Rev. Decker officiating. Burial will be at the Reedsville cemetery. Mrs. Donovan is survived by two sons, Daniel and Patrick. Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, January 26, 1925 p.2 ******* Mrs. Mary Donovan, for years a resident of Rockland, died at the home of her son Dan, Sunday after a short illness. She had reached the age of 81 and was unusually active for a person of her age. She was the type of woman that distinguished the early pioneers of our country. She leaves besides two sons Dan and Pat, a large number of friends to mourn her death. The funeral was held from St. Mary's church here Wednesday morning. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, January 29, 1925 P. 9
JAMES DUMASS Some of the earliest settlers in the village were James Dumas, a French-Canadian, and his Menominee Indian wife, who came from Green Bay and erected a log house which was boarded and whitewashed on the inside, on the lot where the residence of Mrs. William Busse now stands. Because Mr. Dumas had a "sixth sense" about finding his way through the forests, he was often engaged by the pioneer settlers as a scout. He was a good farmer in those days, for he owned a team of horses when most farmers had only a yoke of oven. He often carried home a hundred pounds of flour from Green Bay, stopping to rest at some Indian village along the way. He was jolly fellow and his "fiddling" was much sought after for the simple social occasions of those early days. James Dumas died in Reedsville in 1875 and his daughter, Mary the previous year. Both are buried on the St. Mary's Cemetery in the village. From "Recall Early Day Settlers in Reedsville" Manitowoc Herald Times - June 3, 1939 - page 5
ANNA DVORACEK AGED WOMAN DIES, STROKE Mrs. Anna Dvorachek (sic) 82, Will Be Buried Today Mrs. Anna Dvorachek, 82, died at her home in Reedsville early Sunday. She suffered a stroke a short time ago. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 9 a.m. from the St. Mary's Catholic church in Reedsville. The deceased, whose maiden name was Anna Hlavachek, was born in Bohemia in 1852 and at the age of 11 came to this country with her parents. The family settled on a farm in Rockland. At the age of 18 years she married John Dvorachek and they located on a farm five miles west of Reedsville. They moved to Reedsville to live a retired life eight years ago. Mr. Dvorachek died four years ago. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Frank Svatek, Sr., of Reedsville; three sons, Joseph, Route 2, Brillion, Anton, Route 2, Reedsville, and Charles in Reedsville. There are 18 grandchildren and 81 great grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. The deceased was a member of the St. Ann society. Manitowoc Herald Times, August 27, 1934 P. 3
JAN DVORACEK RESIDENT OF CO. FOR OVER 70 YEARS DIES AT REEDSVILE John Dvorachek(sic), 80, a resident of this county since coming here from Bohemia in his youth, passed away this morning at his home in Reedsville, where he has been living a retired life for four years. He is survived by his widow, Miss Alma(sic) Hlavacheck, to whom he was married 58 years; three sons Joseph and Anton of Brillion and Charles of Reedsville; one daughter, Mrs. Frank Svatek, eighteen grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. The deceased was born in Bohemia in 1850 and came to this country when a boy of 6. The family settled near Brillion where he took up farming. He was married there and lived there until four years ago when he sold his farm and moved to Reedsville. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at nine o'clock from the St. Mary's Catholic church. Manitowoc Herald News, Tues., Aug. 5, 1930 page 6
ROZALIE DVORACEK Maple Grove: Mrs. John Worachek, Sr.(sic), died last Friday at the home of her son, John Worachek, of old age. Manitowoc Pilot, October 1, 1903 p.8 ******** (1800 Maple Grove twp. census: John Dworasheck 29; Anna 26; Joseph 7; Anton 6; Antonia 4; father Wenzel Dworasheck 56; mother Rosalie 66) ******** (1900 Maple Grove twp. census: John Dvoracek age 50; wife Annie 48; Joe 27; Anton 25; Charley 17; mother Rose b. Sept. 1814 age 85)
VACLAV DVORACEK Wenzel Doorachek (sic) birth: 1824 Bohemia (sic) death: 17 January 1898 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wis. residence: 1898 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co. spouse: Rosalia Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
FRANTISKA ETZLER Mrs. John Etzler, an old resident of this place, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Burich, on Sunday. Deceased had been an invalid for the past four years. The funeral was held Wednesday morning from the Reedsville Catholic church, Rev. Kohlar officiating. Manitowoc Pilot, May 21, 1908
JAN ETZLER John Etzler of Reedsville, who was on a visit to Deerbrook, Oconto County, died there Wed. last week of a stroke. The deceased was 58 yrs. old and leaves a widow and several children. Until his death he had enjoyed the best of health. His body was brought to Reedsville and buried there Friday. Der Nord Westen, 13 Aug. 1903 ******** Early last Wednesday morning, John Etzler, who for many years made his home on a farm one mile north of Reedsville, died in Deerbrook at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Charles Steinfest. His remains were brought to Reedsville and were interred in the Catholic cemetery. A widow and two daughters, Mrs. Frank Burish and Mrs. Chas. Steinfest, survive to mourn his death. Manitowoc Pilot, August 20, 1903
MARIE ETZLER Mrs. Mary Etzler of Reedsville, mother of Chas. Etzler, died of old age on Tuesday last. Deceased was 97(sic) years old. The funeral occurred Thursday. Brillion News, Fri., Jan. 18, 1895
ANNA FOREYT Anna Foreyt birth: 26 July 1823 Bohemia death: 11 February 1897 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wis. spouse: Paul Foreyt Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
FRANTISEK FOREYT (d. 1918) Frank Foreyt, 38, for many years a book keeper at the F.J. Kercher Co. on Buffalo street and for the past few weeks with the Stangel Co. on South Eighth street died at the Holy Family hospital Wednesday afternoon of pneumonia, which developed from influenza. He was born in this county on Nov. 25, 1880 and has always made his home here. His parents at Reedsville survive. Burial will take place at Reedsville on Saturday. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, November 14, 1918, Page 4
FRANTISEK FOREYT (d. 1936) FRANK FOREYT, ROCKLAND, DIES Funeral Services For Aged Man To Be On Tuesday Frank Foreyt, 86, died Saturday evening at 7:15 on the homestead in the town of Rockland where he has lived for the past 78 years. A heart attack caused his death. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 9:30 from the St. Mary's church at Reedsville. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Born in Bohemia February 1, 1850, Mr. Foreyt came to America with his parents in 1858. The family went directly to the town of Rockland, where they took up the homestead on which he died. He was married Feb. 8, 1878 to Mary Jerabek, who died in 1933. Mr. Foreyt was a member of the Holy Name Society of the St. Mary's church. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Ann Novak of Argonne, Mrs. Joseph Vondrachek of Reedsville, and Mrs. Mary Vondrachek of Manitowoc route 5; one son, Stephen, on the home farm; a sister, Mrs. Katherine Spatchek, Reedsville; 24 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. The body will lie at the home until the time of the services tomorrow. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 11, 1936 P. 5
JOSEPH FOREYT Joseph Foreyt birth: 9 August 1889 Rockland, Manitowoc Co. death: 9 July 1897 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wis. residence: 1897 Rockland, Manitowoc Co. father: Frank Foreyt mother: Mary Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
MARIE FOREYT MRS. FOREYT IS DEAD, AGE 75 Funeral From St. Mary's At Reedsville Friday Mrs. Frank Foreyt, nee Mary Jerabek, aged 75, died at the home of her son Stephen in the Town of Rockland at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral services will be held from St. Mary's church at Reedsville at 10 a.m. Friday. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Father Vondracek will officiate at the services. The deceased was born in Bohemia in 1858. She came to this country when she was eleven years of age. In 1879 she married Frank Foreyt, who survives her. For the past 53 years she has been a member of St. Ann's society at Rockland. Besides her husband the deceased is survived by a son, Stephen, of Rockland; three daughters, Mrs. Joseph Vondrachek of Cato, Mrs. Mary Vondrachek of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Anna Novak of Argonne; two brothers, Joseph of Reedsville, and Frank of Rockland; 22 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. The body will lie at the home until the time of the funeral. The St. Ann's society will recite the rosary at the home Thursday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 6, 1933 P. 10
******** Reedsville News Items Gleanings from the Reedsville Reporter There was a joyful reunion at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Foreyt Sr., last week when after a lapse of fifty years, two sisters who had not seen each other for fifty years met. A half a century ago, Miss Mary Jerabek left Bohemia to seek a new home in America leaving her sister behind. After several years this sister also came to America settling first in Baltimore, Md., afterwards removing to Cuba, Kansas where she has since lived. A longing to see her relatives induced Mrs. Kotel and daughter, Emma, who is a cashier at the Palmetto Hotel in Omaha, Neb., to make a visit to Wisconsin and last week they arrived here and surprised Mrs. Foreyt and family and other relatives. It was surely a joyous occasion, the sisters having many tales to relate of their experiences since seeing each other half a century ago. Mrs. Kotek and daughter departed Monday for their Kansas home after having enjoyed a pleasant visit which they will remember for years to come Brillion News – Fri., Aug. 18, 1916
JOSEF GERABEK Death Tues. noon in the vicinity of Reedsville of 60 yr. old Jos. Jerabek. He was felling a tree, but it landed directly where he was standing, hitting him with its full weight and so injuring him that he died two hours later. Der Nord Westen, 19 Feb. 1891
RUZENA HAJEK Reedsville: Margaret Hajek(sic), the three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Hajek of Grimms, died Thursday morning of diphtheritic croup. Brillion News, Fri., Mar. 15, 1907
ALBERT HLAVACEK Reedsville news: Hlavachek (sic) Funeral Held Wednesday The funeral of Albert Hlavachek, aged seventy-three years, who died Monday at the Anton Nenahlo home where he has always lived, was held Wednesday at 9 o'clock from St. Mary's Church, Reedsville, Wis. Burial took place in the Catholic cemetery opposite the church. Rev. J. Kalisek read the requiem high mass and officiated at the burial services at the grave. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. John Dvorachek of this village. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, February 7, 1929 P. 7
ANNA HLAVACEK (d. 1890) Order to hear petition for Administration. STATE OF WISCONSIN. COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In the matter of the estate of Anna Hlvatschek(sic) deceased, intestate.-In Probate. On reading and filing the petition of Antonia Nenahes of Maple Grove in said county, representing, among other things, that Anna Hlavatschek an inhabitant of said county, on the 19th day of July A.D., 1890, at the Town of Maple grove, died intestate, leaving estate to be administered and that the said petitioner is a daughter of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to said petitioner granted: It is ordered that said petition be heard at a general term of said county court, to be held on Tuesday, the 16th day of May, A.D., 1893, at 10 o'clock A.M., at the office of the county Judge in the city of Manitowoc, in said county. Ordered further, that notice of the time and place so appointed be given to all persons interested, by publication hereof for three weeks successively, prior to said day of hearing, in the Nord-Westen, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc in said county. Dated at Manitowoc, the 15th day of April, A.D., 1893. By the Court: Emil Baensch, County Judge. Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, Thursday, May 11, 1893 P. 5 ******** (Note: day of death doesn't match the stone)
ANNA HLAVACEK (d. 1918) Notes from Reedsville: One by one, those who helped to change this locality from a wilderness to its present condition are slowly passing away. Friday morning, Mrs. Frank Hlavachek, aged 76, died after a short illness. She came to this country in 1863 and during the years she was here made many friends and assisted many who were ailing, always ready to lend a helping hand. She leaves a husband, two sons and three daughters beside a large circle of friends and relatives. The funeral which was held from St. Mary's Church Tuesday was one of the largest ever since here. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 7, 1918
BARBARA HLAVACEK MRS. HLAVACHEK (sic) GETS SUMMONS Stroke Proves Fatal To Resident of Reedsville Mrs. Frank Hlavachek, 59, died this noon at her home in Reedsville. She had a stroke a few days ago. The deceased, whose maiden name was Barbara Kalcik, was born at Kellnersville in 1877 and married Frank Hlavachek in 1896. They located on a farm near Brillion where they resided until 1929, when they moved to Reedsville. Mr. Hlavachek died in 1931. Survivors are five daughters, Mrs. Anna Kostechka, Cato, Mrs. Barbara Feit, Kellnersville, Mrs. Clara Dyar, St. Joseph, Mich., Mrs. M. Haas, Taus, Mrs. Emma Dugan, Clarks Mills; six sons, Charles, Sheboygan Falls, Joseph and John, Brillion, Frank, Chilton, James, Kellnersville, Edward, Reedsville; a sister, Mrs. Catherine Hynek, Milladore, Wis.; and 13 grandchildren. Mrs. Hlavachek was a member of the St. Ann society of the Catholic church. Funeral announcement will be made Monday. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 15, 1936 P. 5 ******** Hlavachek Rites At Reedsville Tesday Funeral services for Mrs. Frank Hlavachek, 68, who died at her home at Reedsville Saturday, will be held Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. from the St. Mary's Catholic church, Reedsville. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. The body is at the Hlavachek home. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 17, 1936 P. 5
FRANCIS HLAVACHEK Frank Hlavachek, 28, died at 9 o'clock this morning at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hlavachek, Reedsville. Death came after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held on Friday morning from the Shimon funeral home at 9 o'clock and from the St. Mary's church, Reedsville. A brother of the deceased, the Rev. Joseph Hlavachek, Detroit, will officiate. Interment will be in St. Mary's cemetery. Mr. Hlavachek was born on April 9, 1907, on the Hlavachek homestead near Reedsville. For the last seven years he as employed by New York hospitals. Survivors are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hlavachek, five brothers, John of Rockland, George of Albany, Wis., Rev. Joseph of Detroit, Stephen of Madison, Charles of Wausau; three sisters, Caroline, at home, Mrs. Stephen Shimek, Reedsville, Mrs. John Pollak, Grimms. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 2, 1935 P. 2
FRANK HLAVACEK Frank Hlavachek(sic), 59, Passes Away This Morning, Maple Crest Frank Hlavachek, 59, formerly a farmer residing at Brillion, but who has been living a retired life at Reedsville passed away at Maple Crest where he has been a patient for several months. His demise occurred this morning and burial will take place on Wednesday morning at 9:30 from the St. Mary's Catholic church at Reedsville. The deceased was born in 1872 and was married in 1896 to Barbara Kalcik who survives him with six sons and five daughters. They are: Mrs. Frank Felt, Kellnersville, Mrs. Donald Dyar, Benton Harbor, Mayme, city, Emma, Joseph, James and Edward at home, Frank of Chilton, Charles of Sheboygan Falls and John of Reedsville. A brother Joseph of Reedsville, three sisters, Mrs. Anna Shimon and Mrs. Jos. Jerabek of Reedsville and Mrs. Frances Naidl of Branch and eight grandchildren also survive Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, June 1, 1931 p.10 ********* In the obituary notice of Frank Hlavachek (sic) published yesterday the name of one daughter, Mrs. Joseph Kostechka, was inadvertently omitted from the list of children surviving. Joseph Hlavachek, who was said to be residing at home, is on the old homestead of the family at Brillion. Six sons of the decedent will act as pall bearers. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, June 2, 1931 P. 5
FRANTISEK HLAVACEK (d. 1916) Hlavachek At his home Saturday evening, Frank Hlavachek obeyed the Final Summons and passed away at the age of 42 years, leaving a brother, John and sister, Mrs. Knorr as only surviving member of family. The funeral took place Monday at 10 am from St. Mary's Catholic Church, Rev. Kolar saying the requiem High Mass and performing the last burial rites for deceased member of congregation. Brillion News – Fri., Sept. 8, 1916 ******** COUNTY JUDGE APPOINTS GUARDIAN FOR HLAVACEK BROTHERS. On Tuesday of last week, Franz and John Hlavacek, twins, aged about twenty-two, were adjudged incompetent by Judge Chloupek in probate court and Frank Hlavacek, an uncle of the young men, was re-appointed as guardian of the two who had been under hs guardianship for many years, their father having died prior to their birth and the mother having answered to death's summons a short time after their nativity. The property owned by the two is valued at $1300, and has been taken care of by the aforesaid uncle. But when the orphans had attained their majority and it was apparent that they were incompetent to look after their interests, it became necessary to file a petition for the appointment of a guardian. Manitowoc Pilot, February 1, 1906
JAN HLAVACEK (d. 1924) Mr. John Hlavacek, aged 50, died at the home of his cousin Joe Hlavacek Tuesday afternoon after a lingering illness. The funeral was held Thursday morning from St. Mary's church. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, March 27, 1924 ******** COUNTY JUDGE APPOINTS GUARDIAN FOR HLAVACEK BROTHERS. On Tuesday of last week, Franz and John Hlavacek, twins, aged about twenty-two, were adjudged incompetent by Judge Chloupek in probate court and Frank Hlavacek, an uncle of the young men, was re-appointed as guardian of the two who had been under hs guardianship for many years, their father having died prior to their birth and the mother having answered to death's summons a short time after their nativity. The property owned by the two is valued at $1300, and has been taken care of by the aforesaid uncle. But when the orphans had attained their majority and it was apparent that they were incompetent to look after their interests, it became necessary to file a petition for the appointment of a guardian. Manitowoc Pilot, February 1, 1906
ANNA HLAVACKOVA Death in Maple Grove on Tuesday of Mrs. Anna Hlavachek. The deceased who was 26, leaves a husband and two children. Der Nord Westen, Jan. 4, 1900 ******* Annie Oswald Hlanachek (sic) birth: 20 January 1872 Bohemia death: 30 December 1899 Cato, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville residence: 1899 Cato, Manitowoc Co. father: Matt. Oswald mother: Catherine Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 ******** Name: Annie Oswald Hlanechek Event Type: Death Event Date: 1899 Event Place: Cato, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Residence Place: Cato, Manitowoc Co., Gender: Female Age: 20 Race: W Occupation: Housewife Birth Date: 20 Jan 1872 Birth Year (Estimated): 1879 Burial Place: Reedsville, Cemetery: Cath. Cemetery Father's Name: Matt. Oswald Father's Birthplace: Bohemia Mother's Name: Catherine Oswald Mother's Birthplace: Bohemia "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907"
MAGDALENA JELINSKE Mrs. M. Jelinske, Pioneer of the Town of Rockland Passes Mrs. Magdeline Jelinske, aged 75 years, widow of Frank Jelinske, passed away Monday afternoon at the home of her son, Frank, Jr., near Brillion. She has been a resident of the town of Rockland for 52 years. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Frank Kirch of Rockland nad Mrs. Martha Ecclesine, Detroit and one son Frank at home. Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 9:30 from St. Mary's Catholic church in Reedsville, Rev. J. Kalisek officiating. The deceased was a member of St. Ann's society of the church. Manitowoc Herald News, December 19, 1929 P. 2
ANTONIA JERABEK MRS. JERABEK, DIES AT HOME Resided In Reedsville And Vicinity Many Years Mrs. Joseph Jerabek Sr., 67, who resided in Reedsville and the immediate vicinity for many years, died at her home in the village at 5:30 a.m. today of pleurisy and complications. The funeral will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Mary's Catholic church, Reedsville. The Rev. William Koutnik will officiate and burial will be in the Catholic cemetery at Reedsville. Mrs. Jerabek, whose maiden name was Antoinette Hlavachek, was born June 13, 1867(sic), in the town of Cato. On Jan 26, 1886, she was married to Mr. Jerabek. They resided on a farm two miles west of Reedsville for 35 years and moved to the village upon their retirement 13 years ago. Survivors are the widower; six daughters, Mrs. Anton Novak, Grimms; Mrs. John Buenzow, Mishicot; Mrs. Charles J. Burich, Brillion; Mrs. Michael O'Connor, Milwaukee; Mrs. Clifford Ferres, Waukegan; Mrs. Rose Zonte, Manitowoc; and Mrs. Roman Wenzel, Brillion; and two sons, Frank, Cato and Joseph Jr., Reedsville. Six children preceded her in death. Survivors also include a brother, Joseph Hlavachek, Reedsville, two sisters, Mrs. Frances Naidl, Branch, and Mrs. Anna Shimon, Reedsville, 34 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 17, 1934 P. 1
JOSEPH JERABEK Joseph Jerabeck (sic) Sr., 81, retired town of Rockland farmer, died Sunday at the Holy Family hospital of pneumonia. Funeral services wil be held from the E. J. Shimon funeral home in Reedsville Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. and 9 a.m. from the St. Mary's Catholic church in Reedsville. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mr. Jerabek was born Dec. 20 (sic), 1861 in Bohemia and came to America in 1869 with his parents. He married Antonia Hlavacek on Jan. 26, 1885. The couple resided on a farm one and one-half miles west of Reedsville and retired 15 years ago. Mrs. Jerabeck died eight years ago. Survivors are seven daughters, Mrs. Anton Novak of Grimms, Mrs. Charles Burich and Mrs. Roman Wenzel of Brillion route 2, Mrs. John Buenzow of Two Rivers, Mrs. Martin O'Connor of Milwaukee, Mrs. Clifford Ferris of Waukegan and Mrs. Rose Valonte, North Chcago; one son, Joseph on the homestead; 36 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. The body will lie in state at the funeral home and the Holy Name society of which Mr. Jerabek was a member will recite the rosary there Tuesday at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 15, 1943 P. 2
VOJTECH JERABEK Albert George Jerobek birth: 21 April 1899 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wis. death: 11 October 1899 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wis. residence: 1899 Rockland father: Joseph Jerobek mother: Antonia Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
ANNA KABAT (d. 1918) DEATH CALLS MRS. KABAT Mrs. Wencil Kabat, aged 73 years, passed from earthly scenes to the Great Beyond where she joined her husband whose death occurred several years ago. Mrs. Kabat had been ill for about two years with stomach trouble, death coming to end earthy pains and cares. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Svatek, who has made her home with her since the death of her husband. The funeral was held Tuesday from St. Mary's church, Rev. Kolar, assisted by Rev. Rhoder of Whitelaw, saying solemn requiem high Mass and performing the burial rites for deceased lady. Brillion News - May 31, 1918
CHARLES KABAT RESIDENT OF CO. 58 YEARS PASSES AWAY Charles Kabat, a resident of Manitowoc county for 68 years, having come here with his parents as a child of one year, died at the home of his son William Kabat at Reedsville yesterday, aged 69 years. Mr. Kabat's parents settled at Maple Grove where he continued to make his home all his life, being engaged in farming there. Mr. Kabat is survived by his wife and a family of eleven children, nine sons and two daughters who are Frank, of Greenleaf, Ben of Green Bay; John, Joseph and Leo, of Manitowoc; Victor of Beloit; William, Ignatz and Charles of Reedsville and Mrs. Matt Falton of Plyouth and Mrs. Albert Novak of Reedsville. One brother, Joseph Kabat, this city and a sister, Mrs. Kate Kokesky of Eland Jet, also survive. Funeral services will be held from St. Mary's church at Reedsville, Thursday morning. Mr. Kabat was a member of the Catholic Knights and was well and favorably known. Manitowoc Herald News, January 13, 1925 P. 2
FRANK KABAT From the Pilot files - Twenty-five years ago (1894) Frank Kabat of Reedsville died on Tuesday of this week of consumption of the lungs. He has been in poor health for some time. Some years ago he kept a saloon at Grimms, but was forced to discontinue on account of ill health. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, February 6, 1919 P. 1 ******** Death in Reedsville on Mon., 05 Feb., of Franz Kabath after a long illness with consumption. The funeral took place on Thursday. Der Nord Westen, 15 Feb. 1894
JOSEPH KABAT Mr. Joseph Kabat, of Reedsville, died Sunday last at the age of 85 years and 6 months. He was the father of the Kabat Brothers of that Village and an old and respected resident. His remains were interred in the Catholic Cemetery at Reedsville Tuesday. Brillion News - May 3, 1895
JUSTINA KABAT Mrs. Charles Kabat, 95, of Reedsville, died Sunday evening at home. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Reedsville Funeral Home, and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Reedsville. The Rev. William Koutnik will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Kabat, nee Justina Hajek, was born Oct. 8, 1862, in Bohemia and arrived in this country with her parents while a baby. In 1879, she was married to Mr. Kabat in Reedsville. He died in 1925. She was a charter member of St. Ann Altar Society of St. Mary Catholic Church. Survivors include eight sons, Joseph, William, Ignatius and Charles of Reedsville, Bernard of Kaukauna, John of Rt. 1, Valders, Victor of Janesville, and Leonard of Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. Katherine Felten of DePere and Mrs. John Koehler of Hilbert; 35 grandchildren; 88 great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild. Friends may call a the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 24, 1958 P. 13
KAREL KABAT The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Kabat(sic) died last Thursday. The funeral was held at Reedsville on Saturday. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, February 14, 1907 P. 5 ********* Maple Grove news: The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kabat of Manitowoc died at their home in Manitowoc Wednesday. The funeral was held from the Reedsville Catholic church Friday morning, Rev. Kolar officiating. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, February 14, 1907 P. 8 ********* This is apparently two different accounts of the death of the same child. Possibly one came in earlier than the other and had erroneous information but both were in the same paper. (Feb. 6, 1907 was a Wednesday.) ********* Charles Kabat birth: 5 February 1907 Manitowoc death: 6 February 1907 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin residence: 1907 Manitowoc father: Frank Kabat mother: Caroline Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
MARY KABAT Notes from Maple Grove: Mary Kabat died at the home of her parents on Friday last. The funeral took place Sunday. Brillion News, Fri., Apr. 3, 1896 ******** Name Mary Kabat Gender Female Burial Place Reedsville, Wis. Death Date 15 Mar 1896 Death Place Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Race White Father's Name Charles Kabat "Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch Mary Kabat, 15 Mar 1896; citing Catholic Cemetery, Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin *********** This stone also could belong to this Mary Kabat: Reedsville: The funeral of Mrs. John Kabat took place Monday at St. Mary's Church. Manitowoc Pilot, December 31, 1903 p.8 ********** Reedsville: Mrs. John Kabat, an aged resident of this village, died last Tuesday morning. The decedent was 72 years of age and is survived by her husband and two sons, Jos. Of Chicago and Rev. Kabat of Antigo. The funeral took place here Monday morning. Brillion News, Fri., Jan. 1, 1904 ********* John Kabat, one of our old citizens and whose wife recently died, has removed to Antigo where he will make his home with his son. Brillion News, Fri., Jan. 1, 1904 ********* (1900 Rockland census: John Kabat age 62; wife Mary 62) ********* Name Maria Hudzek Kabat Gender Female Burial Place Reedsville, Wis. Death Date 23 Dec 1903 Death Place Reedsville, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Age 67 Birth Date 1837 Birthplace Bohemia Occupation Housewife Race White Marital Status Married Spouse's Name John Kabat Father's Name Thomas Huzek Father's Birthplace Bohemia Mother's Name Maria Mother's Birthplace Bohemia "Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch Maria Hudzek Kabat, 23 Dec 1903; citing Catholic Cemetery, Reedsville, Manitowoc Co.
VACLAV KABAT Albert Kabat of Egg Harbor is at Reedsville to attend the funeral of his brother, Wenzel, which took place today. Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 20, 1914 P. 1 ******* Notes from Reedsville Friends of Wenzel Kabat were surprised to hear of his sudden death on Thursday. That morning he and Mrs. Kabat went to church as was their morning custom. Returning home from church they went downtown and upon returning home, he was picking grass for the chickens when he suffered a stroke of paralysis which resulted in his death the same evening. The deceased was a pioneer of this territory having come here with his parents in 1856 when eleven years old. He was married to Miss Anna Nezadal in 1872. Besides a wife, he leaves two sisters, four brothers, and a large circle of friends to mourn his death. A requiem high mass was solemnized Saturday morning. Fathers Garthoes of Brillion and Roderer of Whitelaw assisting Father Kolar. Manitowoc Pilot, Thur., June 25, 1914
******** Reedsville Items from Reedsville Reporter Residents of the village were shocked Thursday by the announcement that Wenzel Kabat had suffered a stroke of paralysis from the effects of which he died Thursday, without regaining consciousness at ten pm. The deceased had not been complaining of feeling ill and in company with his wife had been about town Thursday morning making purchases at local stores. Going home about 9:30 am he told his wife that he was going out into his garden to do some work. When Mrs. Kabat looked out a few moments later, she saw her husband stagger and then fall upon his knees. With the help of a neighbor lady they succeeded in getting him into the house when Father Kolar and Dr. Carey were summoned. But the stricken man was beyond earthly aid. The deceased had been a respected resident of our village for several years coming here with his wife when they disposed of their property now owned by Mr. Heberer. They purchased a home from Mr. Chas. Rusch and have since make this their home. A faithful member of St. Mary's church of which congregation he has been secretary and trustee for many years, his seat in church was never vacant and he was held in high esteem by members of the parish. Besides his wife, Mr. Kabat leaves four brothers and two sisters to mourn his death. The funeral was held Saturday at nine o'clock from Catholic Church, Father Kolar assisted by Rev. Rhodar of Whitelaw and Re. Garthaus of Brillion reading the Solemn Requiem Mass for the deceased member, interment in the Catholic cemetery near church. Brillion News - Fri., June 26, 1914
VICTOR KALISTA TRAGEDY ENDS LIFE OF 4 YEAR OLD AT GRIMMS Victor Kalista Killed Under Wheels of an Automobile Grimms was the scene of a sad accident late Tuesday when Victor Kalista, 4 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Kalista, met death under the wheels of an automobile driven by Joseph Duenk, a farmer residing in the vicinity. - accident details omitted -- The Kalista child was born four years ago on Christmas Day. Funeral services will be held at Grimms where the family has resided for years and is well known. Manitowoc Herald News, May 3, 1922 page 1 ******** Notes From Grimms… Victor Kalesta (sic), a 4-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Kalista, was killed at Grimms Tuesday by an automobile driven by Joseph Duenk, residing near here. The information was to the effect that the child ran directly into the path of the car as it turned the corner. The car was stopped short but the wheels had passed over the shoulder and chest of the little lad crushing out his life. Coroner Kemper visited the scene and investigated the matter and the district attorney decided that an inquest was unnecessary as the facts of the accident were apparent. Manitowoc Pilot, May 4, 1922 ******** (Note: His parents are in the new part of this cemetery which is #77 on this site. I put him in the old cemetery because the new one wasn't establised until 1938, so he was probably buried here.)
ALZBETA KIRCH Notes from West Maple Grove: The summons of death called Mrs. Frank W. Kirch at Whitelaw sanitarium last Thursday, where she had been taken three weeks previous with the hope of affording relief from her illness. But Death was the victor and came to relieve her suffering. Besides her husband, she is survived by three brothers and one sister. Mrs. Kirch was 38 years of age at the time of her death and was highly esteemed for her kindly disposition and friendly acts. The funeral was held Saturday from the home in Maple Grove to St. Mary's Catholic church, Reedsville, where Rev. J. W. Decker read the requiem Mass and officiated at the burial. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 6, 1923 *********** Notes form Reedsville: Mrs. Frank Kirch died of tuberculosis at the Crest Sanitarium, Whitelaw, where she was taken about four weeks ago. The burial took place at St. Mary's church, Rev. J. Decker, officiated. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 6, 1923
******** June sunshite claimed another bride Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock when at St. Mary's church, Reedsville, was Rev. Kolar saying the nuptial High Mass and pronouncing the marriage vows of Elizabeth Burich of Rockland and Frank Kirch of Maple Grove. The bride wore a gown of white net over ivory satin, wreath and veil and carried a bridal bouquet of pink roses. She was attended by Mary Jerabek and Emma Turinsky gowned in white messaline. The groom's attendants were Chas. Burich of Reedsville and W.A. Bruecher of Manitowoc. A wedding dinner was served at the brides home after the ceremony and in the evening the couple departed on a wedding trip to Racine, Chicago and Detroit. They will reside on the groom's farm near Brillion. Brillion News - Fri., June 12, 1914
ANNA KIRCH (d. 1921) Reedsville: Mrs. Frank Kirch, who died Friday evening was buried from St. Mary's church Monday morning. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 1, 1921
ANNA KIRCH (d. 1949) Mrs. Joseph Kirch, 71, died Saturday at her home in the Town of Rockland. Mrs. Kirch, nee Anna Tisler, was born in 1878(sic) in Franklin. About 51 years ago she was married to Joseph Kirch and on his death in 1933 moved to the farm home in which she died. Survived are a daughter, Christine at home; five sons, Edward and Charles a home, John of Racine, William of Milwaukee and Joseph of Manitowoc; a brother, Andrew Tisler of Whitelaw, and a sister, Mrs. Joseph Bouska of Moline, Ill. Funeral services will be held at 8;45 a.m. Tuesday at the Reedsville Cooperative funeral home and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic church in Reedsville, Rev. William Koutnik officiating. The body may be viewed at the funeral home until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 25, 1949 P. 2
ANTONIE KIRCH Reedsville: Mrs. John Kirch, an old and respected resident of Rockland died of paralysis Monday. She was born in Bohemia in 1844(sic) and came to this country and settled in Rockland in 1860. Three sons and two daughters survive. They are Joe Kirch of this place, John of Cato and Frank of Maple Grove and Mrs. Burich of Rockland and Mrs. Anton Kanhoner of Menominee. Manitowoc Pilot, June 11, 1903 ******** Sudden death in Reedsville recently of 59-yr. old Mrs. John Kirch. She leaves 3 sons and 2 daughters. Der Nord Westen, 18 June 1903 ******** (1870 Rockland census: John Kirch age 58 b. 1822; wife Antonie 46 b. 1824; Franz 20 b. 1850; Anton 13 b. 1857; Alois 10 b.1860; Joseph 8 b. 1862; Carline 5 b. 1865) ******** Antonie Razek Kirch Wisconsin, Death Records Name Antonie Razek Kirch Event Type Death Event Date 1903 Event Place Rockland, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Residence Place Rockland, Gender Female Age 79 Race W Birth Date 06 Jan 1824 Birth Year (Estimated) 1824 Burial Place Reedsville Cemetery Catholic Cemetery Father's Birthplace Bohemia Mother's Birthplace Bohemia Spouse's Name John Kirch "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch Antonie Razek Kirch, 1903; citing Death, Rockland, Manitowoc, Wisconsin ******** Antonie Ruzek Kirch Wisconsin Deaths and Burials Name Antonie Ruzek Kirch Gender Female Burial Place Reedsville Death Date 09 Jun 1903 Death Place Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Age 79 Birth Date 06 Jan 1824 Race White Marital Status Married Spouse's Name John Kirch Father's Birthplace Bohemia Mother's Birthplace Bohemia "Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch Antonie Ruzek Kirch, 09 Jun 1903; citing Catholic Cemetery, Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
BARBORA KIRCH Mrs. Barabara (sic) Kirch, nee Etzler, died at the homestead near Reedsville Monday morning at the age of 94. Funeral services were held Thursday morning at St. Mary's Catholic church at Reedsville. Survivors are five sons, two daughters, 14, grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Manitowoc Sun Messenger, January 5, 1940 P. 4
CAROLINE KIRCH Notes From Maple Grove: A four-year-old child of Frank Kirch, of Maple Grove died of diphtheria on Tuesday of last week. Other children of Mr. Kirch are also suffering from the disease. Manitowoc Pilot March 14, 1895 pg. 2 ********* Caroline Kirch Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 birth: 1 June 1890 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wis. death: March 1895 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wis. father: Frank Kirch mother: Anna Kirch
FRANK KIRCH Last Monday evening the C & N. W. railroad yards in our city, were the scene of a shocking accident in which Frank Kirch, a laborer of the town of Maple Grove was fatally injured. Mr. Kirch was just starting to return to his place of employment a few miles from here, after having transacted some business in town and visiting several old friends. He evidently intended to take the railroad track. At this time the east and west-bound trains are due to meet here, and the east bound train was backing onto the siding along which the unfortunate man was walking. To avoid the backward moving train, he stepped aside upon the main track, and this brought him suddenly into the full glare of the powerful headlight of the incoming passenger train. He was apparently bewildered by the awful danger of this position and before he could summon his scattered senses, the locomotive struck him and cast its mangled and bleeding victim beside the track. The train came to a stop, and willing hands carried the almost lifeless from to the depot and medical aid hastily summoned. It was clear however, that the necessary operations could not be performed at the depot, and therefore the sufferer was taken to the dwelling of Mrs. Walters. It was however, of no avail. During the night death came to his relief. The next day the body was taken to Reedsville and interred in the Catholic cemetery at Reedsville Thursday, Rev. A. Cipin officiating. The only surviving relatives live in Bohemia. Brillion News - November 16, 1900 ******** (Note: The Catholic cemetery at Reedsville is St. Marys/ Monday was November 12, 1900)
FRANTISEK KIRCH Frank Kirch, 90, retired farmer and county resident over 80 years, died yesterday afternoon at the homestead farm, three miles west of Reedsville, now operated by his son, Frank Jr. Death was due to infirmities of old age. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9 a.m. from the home and at 9:30 from the St. Mary's Catholic church in Reedsville. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mr. Kirch was born in Bohemia in 1850 and when a boy of 6 years accompanied his parents to the United States. The family located near Reedsville. In 1868 he married Josephine Kubale. There were two children from this union, Mrs. Mary Halvorson and Charles of Maple Grove. His wife died and in 1878 he married Miss Anna Kocourek. She died in 1921. Four children survive from this marriage. They are Mr. Anton Albrecht of Detroit, Steven and Joseph of Deerbrook, Wis., Frank Jr., on the homestead farm. There are also 10 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Mr. Kirch was a member of the Holy Name society. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 14, 1940 P. 2
JAN A. KIRCH Mr. John Kirch for a number of years a resident of the town of Cato died Thursday after a lingering illness of several years. The deceased was a kind and loving father, and is survived by a widow, four sons, John, Joe, Frank and William, and three daughters. The funeral was held from the St. Mary's church Saturday morning. Manitowoc Pilot, February 12, 1914
******** Reedsville Items from Reedsville Reporter Kirth - Once again the Summons of the Angel of Death has been heard calling to their Eternal Home, our early pioneer settlers, Thursday, Feb. 5th, 1914, death entered the home of Mr. Joh Kirth of Grimms and took him to his final reward. The deceased had been ill for some time and although his death was expected it came as a sad blow to the bereaved family who have lost a kind father and loving husband. The deceased had reached the age of sixty-seven years and leaves beside his wife, seven children, five boys, John of Cato, Charles of Rapid River, Mich., Frank, Joseph and William of Grimms and two girls, Mrs. Roger Mercier, Virginia, Minn., and Mrs. P. Gerber of Valders. Mr. Kirch was born in Bohemia and came to this country in 1857. He was married in 1870, ten children being born of whom three are dead. The funeral took place Saturday at 10:00 am from St. Mary's Catholic Church, Rev. Fr. Kolar reading the burial services for the deceased member. Mr. Kirch was a member of the Catholic Knights and members of this society were present to pay their last respects to their dead brother whose taking away means the loss of a generous neighbor, loving father and respected citizen. The Reporter extends sympathy to the bereaved family. Brillion News - Fri., Feb. 13, 1914
JOSEPH KIRCH JOSEPH KIRCH DIES LAST EVE Reedsville Tavern Keeper Is Victim of Stroke Joseph Kirch, 77, tavern keeper at Reedsville for many years, died at his home in the village last night at 11 o'clock. He had been in poor health since Jan. 14 when he suffered a stroke. The funeral will be held at St. Mary's church at Reedsville Monday at 9 o'clock. The Rev. Joseph Vondracek will officiate and burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mr. Kirch was born in the Town of Rockland in 1862. He was married twice, his first wife's maiden name being Shimek. The second marriage, in 1897, was to Ella Tisler. She, with seven children, one brother, one sister, eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren survive. Two of the children, Mrs. Joseph Polak, Reedsville, and John of Racine are of the first marriage. The other children are Christina at home, Ed, Charles and Joe at home and William at Milwaukee. The survivors also include a brother, Frank, Town of Maple Grove, and a sister, Mrs. Anna B. Burich of the town of Rockland. Manitowoc Herald Times, August 25, 1933 P. 2
LUDMILLA KIRCH A small daughter of Joseph Kirch in Reedsville died Wednesday last week and was buried Friday. Der Nord Westen, 31 Jan. 1907 ********** (Per notice, death was Wed. 23 Jan.) (Death index: 1907 Jan 23/Kirch, Ludmilla/co. death index v.8 p.109) ********** Ludmilla Kirch birth: 20 January 1907 Reedsville, Wis. death: 23 January 1907 Reedsville, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville residence: 1907 Reedsville father: Joseph Kirch mother: Anna Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
MARY KIRCH Mary Kirch birth: 9 March 1863 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wis. (sic) death: 24 November 1894 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wis. father: Frank Simlk mother: Mary spouse: Joseph Kirch Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 ******** (Note: Day of b. different than on stone)
NO NAME KIRCH Kirch Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 birth: 10 November 1894 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wis. death: 10 November 1894 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wisconsin father: Joseph Kirch mother: Mary Kirch ******** (1894 Nov 10 KIRCH (No name) v.4 p.237)
BARBORA KOCOUREK Reedsville: Mrs. Frank Kocourek, an aged resident residing a few miles from town, died very suddenly last Thursday. The funeral was held from the Catholic Church last Saturday. She is survived by a husband and several children. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved family. Brillion News, Fri., Feb. 21, 1908 ***** Local and Personal: Miss Mary Foreyt of this city attended the funeral of her aunt, Mrs. F. Kocourek, at Reedsville Saturday. Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 20, 1908 pg. 5
FRANK KOCOUREK Maple Grove Resident Dies; Rites Saturday Frank Koucourek, 62, Maple Grove, died in the city Thursday. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from the St. Mary's Catholic church, Reedsville. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. The body was removed to the home of Steven Kocourek, Maple Grove, a brother. Survivors are three brothers, John and Steven, Maple Grove, and Charles, California; four sisters, Sister Neponincene, Nebraska, Mrs. Anton Dvorachek and Carolyn, both of Maple Grove, and Mrs. Wencil Ebenhoe, Brillion. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 20, 1936 P. 8
FRANTISEK KOCOUREK DEATH TAKES THREE LIVES AT REEDSVILLE Finis was written to the lives of three in and near Reedsville yesterday and today, the Grim Reaper taking Frank Kocourek, aged 83, Arthur Krueger, 14 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl E. Krueger, and little Virginia Mae Rusch, year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Rusch. Frank Kocourek, Sr. Frank Kocourek was born in Bohemia, removing to this country in 1862, taking residence on a farm near Brillion where he has lived, passing away early last evening (next line illegible) most a year. He was 83 years of age and is survived by eight children and 28 grandchildren. The children are Sister Nepucenfa of Nebraska, Mrs. Anton Vaneracek of Brillion, Mrs. Wencel Ebenhoe of Brillion and Miss Carrie Kocourek who made her home with the father, Frank of Manitowoc. Steven at home, John of Brillion and Charles of San Francisco, Calif. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning from the St. Mary's church at Reedsville, Rev. Father Decker officiating. Manitowoc Herald News, April 22, 1927 ****** (Note: This article was split into the three deaths and put with the person who died)
JOSEF KOSTECKA Reedsville: The funeral of Mr. Joe Kostdacka(sic) took place here Monday, Rev. A. Cipin officiating. The deceased was 78 years of age having been born in Bohemia in 1824. A wife and seven children survive him. The children are: Mrs. T. Koudelka of this place, Mrs. F. Kostka of Deerbrook, Wis., Mrs. Wenzel Tureck of Chicago, Mrs. Wenzel Wavia of ?, Wis., Mrs. Frances Harback of Paleaskey, Kansas, Mrs. J. Svoboda of Maple Grove and Mr. Joe Kostdacka who lived in the farm in Franklin. Brillion News, Fri., Mar. 21, 1902
FRANK KOUDELKA HEART ATTACK IS FATAL FOR F. KOUDELKA Well Known County Resident Stricken At Home At Grimms Last Night Stricken ill suddenly as he sat in the living room of his home at Grimms last night, Frank Koudelka, well-known amateur baseball manager who for years guided the Reedsville ball club, walked into the kitchen and fell dead on the floor. Death was due to heart failure and proved a decided shock to the community in which the family was well known and had resided for many years. Mr. Koudelka had been at his work as blacksmith of the quarries at Grimms during the day and had given no indication that his health was not of the best. He was about his home as usual during the evening and said nothing to members of his family about feeling ill. Life-Long County Resident Born in the town of Franklin on September 6, 1882(sic), Mr. Koudelka was 48 years of age at the time of his death. On October 6 he married Miss Mary Novak who with two daughters, Paulina and Cecilia at home and one son, Charles at Milwaukee; six brothers, Rev. Charles, .. (sic) an instructor in the seminary at St. Francis, Wisconsin. Rev. Joseph and Anton at Celveland, Ohio, Anton at Bedford, Ohio, Edward at Milwaukee and Thomas at Reedsville and one sister, Mary, Cleveland, Ohio, survive him. He was the nephew of the late Bishop Koudelka of the Superior diocese. The family lived in Reedsville for a number of years while Mr. Koudelka conducted a blacksmith shop but for the past few years has resided at Grimms, moving there when he accepted a post with the lime company. Funeral services will be held from St. Mary's church at Reedsville on Saturday morning with the Rev. J. Kalisek officiating. Interment will take place at the church cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, October 22, 1930 P. 2
ELIZABETH KRAUS St. Nazianz news: Mrs. Krauss (sic) died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jos Kautza, on Tuesday. Burial took place at Reedsville Saturday. Tri-County Record, Kiel Thursday, June 29, 1922 pg. 4
FRANK KRAUS Frank Kraus, who died January 19, at the home of his son, Jos. Kraus, was born in Germany in 1830 and came to the United States in 1871. He was 92 years of age and lived in the town of Rockland 51 years. He is survived by his wife, two sons, Joseph and August and three daughters, Mrs. Mary Kautner, Mrs. Amelia Klonshek and Mrs. Christian Kanft. The funeral was held from St. Mary's Church, Reedsville. Brillion News - February 3, 1922
EMMA KRCH Death in Rockland Wednesday last week of 16-year old Emma Kirch, daughter of Frank Kirch, of consumption. The funeral was held Friday. Der Nord Westen, 05 Aug. 1909
INFANT KRIZENESKY The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Krizenesky died last Monday evening. The funeral was held Tuesday from St. Mary's church at Reedsville. Brillion News, Fri., Jan. 31, 1913
JOSEPH KRIZENESKY (d. 1900) The little child of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Krizenesky died last Monday. The burial took place in the Reedsville cemetery Wednesday forenoon. Brillion News, Fri., May 18, 1900 ******** (Note: This is the only cemetery that shows this surname/Monday would be May 14) (1900 Maple Grove census: Joseph Kriznesky 32; wife Theresa 27; Mary 7; Annie 4; Joseph 1 lined out which means he died that year) ******** This appears to be the same child. Charles Frank Krzenesky Wisconsin Deaths and Burials Name Charles Frank Krzenesky Gender Male Death Date 14 May 1900 Death Place Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Age 0 Birth Date 03 May 1900 Birthplace Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co. Race White Father's Name Joseph Krzenesky Father's Birthplace Chicago, Ill. Mother's Name Theresa Augustine Mother's Birthplace Wisconsin "Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch ******** Charles Frank Krzenesky Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907 birth: 3 May 1900 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., death: 1900 Maple Grove, Manitowoc, Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, residence: 1900 Maple Grove, father: Joseph Krzenesky mother: Theresa Augustine
JOSEPH KRIZENESKY DEATH CLAIMS WELL KNOWN MAN AT REEDSVILLE Death came this morning as a relief from suffering to Joseph Krizensky (sic) at the family home two and one half miles north of Reedsville. For months he had suffered from an attack of cancer of the throat. The funeral will be held Thursday morning from the home with service at St. Mary's Catholic church at Reedsville at 10 o'clock, the Rev. Decker officiating. Mr. Krizensky was fifty-five years old and for twenty-one years had served as president of the Reedsville Court, Catholic Knights of Wisconsin. For twelve years he served as clerk of the town of Maple Grove and he was also treasurer of the Order of St. George of Reedsville. He was a successful farmer and had won for himself a wide circle of friends. Mr. Krizensky is survived by his widow and seven children, Mrs. Walter Krueger, Mrs. Jon Weigert and Mrs. Jung of Reedsville, Joseph, Bessie, Frank and John, at home. Manitowoc Herald News, March 6, 1923 P. 4
THERESA KRIZENESKY Mrs. Joseph Krizenesky, 70, nee Theresa Augustine, died suddenly yesterday at the home four miles west of Reedsville in the town of Maple Grove. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 9 a.m. from the St. Mary's Catholic church in Reedsville Mrs. Krizenesky was born at Carlton, Kewaunee county, in 1872. Following her marriage to Mr. Krizenesky the couple located on a farm west of Reedsville. for many years Mr. Krizenesky operated a tavern and dance hall on Highway 10. He died in 1923. Survivors are three sons, Joseph, on the homestead farm. John of Brillion, Frank of Menasha; two daughters, Mrs. John Bechart of Brillion, Mrs. Clarence Wallander of Cato; and 22 grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the funeral home of the Reedsville Co-op. association after 7 o'clock tonight. The St. Ann Altar society of which the deceased was a member, will recite the rosary at the funeral home Wednesday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 8, 1942 p.2
MARY KRUEGER MRS. KRUEGER, AGE 44, DIES Funeral Services To Be Held Wednesday At Reedsville Mrs. Walter Krueger, 44, Reedsville, died Sunday evening at the Holy Family hospital. She was brought here late last week and had been ill several months. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9 a.m. from the St. Mary's Catholic church, Reedsville. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Born at Reedsville Born Mayme (sic) Krizenesky at Reedsville in 1893, she moved to the town of Maple Grove with the family. She was married to Walter Krueger in 1915 and they located at Reedsville. Survivors are the widower; two daughters, Rosemary 11, Virginia, 5; three sons, Joseph 21, Henry 18, Gene, 12; mother, Mrs. Teresa Krizenesky, Maple Grove; two sisters, Mrs. John Vechart, Brillion, Mrs. Clarence Wallender, of near Reedsville; three brothers, Joseph, Maple Grove, Frank, city, John, Brillion. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 15, 1937 P. 2 ******** Notes from Reedsville: Miss Mayme Kriszensky and Mr. Walter Krueger were married at St. Mary's parsonage Tuesday morning. The bride for the past two years has been employed as clerk at Maertz & Freund's and her many customers will miss her smile at the counter. The groom is employed at the local garage. The young couple will make their home here and have the best wishes of their many friends. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 2, 1915 ******** Krueger-Krizenesky Walter Krueger and Miss Mayme Krizenesky were married at the parsonage of St. Mary's church Tuesday at 10 am. The bride wore a becoming white gown and was attended by her sister, Miss Anna, while the groom was attended by his brother, Harry. Both young people are well known here, the groom being employed at the Piepenburg and Reichert garage while the bride has been a popular clerk at the Maertz & Freund Co. store for the past two years. She is a daughter of Jos. Krizenesky of Maple Grove. Brillion News - Fri., Sept. 3, 1916
ALBERT KUBALE RESIDENT OF ROCKLAND FOR 75 YEARS PASSES Albert Kubale, 84, a resident of the town of Rockland for nearly seventy-five years, died this morning at the home of his son, Joseph, in Reedsville, where he has been making his home for the past four years. Burial will take place Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock from the St. Mary's Catholic church in Reedsville with burial in the cemetery there. Born in Bohemia in 1846, he came to this country with his parents when a boy of eleven and the family settled in Rockland. He was married there in 1870 to Miss Frances Hyek, who preceded him in death in 1917. Five sons, Rev. W. C. Kubale of Kewaunee, Joseph and John of Reedsville, Albert of Chilton and Frank J. of Rockland; five sisters, Mrs. John Radey of Maple Grove, Mrs. J. Dithmar, Kewaunee, Mrs. Emil Schroeder, Milwaukee, Mrs. Charles Nenahlo, Neillsville, and Mrs. W. Barta of Reedsville and one brother, Frank, of Cadott, Wis., survive. There are also 45 grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald News, January 30, 1931 P. 2
FRANTISKA KUBALE Death invaded the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Kubale, Sr., of Rockland on Thursday morning of last week and called to her Final Home, after a brief illness of two weeks from paralysis, the wife and mother of a happy household. Mrs. Kubale was born in Bohemia, Nov. 1, 1846 and came to America with her parents about fifty-five years ago settling on a farm in Rockland. Later or about 48 years ago she became the bride of Mr. Albert Kubale, moving on to the present farm home where the family of twelve children, eleven of whom are still living, were born and grew to manhood and womanhood under the care of a loving mother whose death leaves a sorrowing husband and family stricken with grief for quoting the oft repeated expression "Hundreds of stars, etc. but Only One mother the wide world over." The children left are: F. J. Kubale, Albert Kubale Jr., Willie Kubale of Rockland, Rev. Father Kubale of Kewaunee, Joseph and John of Reedsville, Mary, Mrs. John Dittmar, Kewaunee; Carrie, Mrs. C. J. Nenaho, Crook, Wis., Christena, Mrs. Emil Schneider, Manitowoc; Anna, Mrs. John Radey, Maple Grove; Frances, Mrs. W. Barta, Reedsville. The husband also survives. The funeral was held Saturday and was one of the largest ever seen here. Solemn requiem High Mass was celebrated by the pastor of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Rev. Father Kolar assisted by Rev Father Kozelka of Stangelville and Rev. Father Hunck of Luxemberg with Rev. Fathers Kubale of Kewanee, Casey of Maple Grove, Peil of Manitowoc, Runs of Montpelier, Trojandvaki of Two Rivers and student Joseph Vondrachek in attendance at the altar. Burial took place in Catholic Cemetery opposite St. Mary's Church. Brillion News - September 14, 1917
WILLIAM KUBALE Kubale Body Here Friday For Burial The body of William Kubale, Reedsville man whose death occurred in New Mexico where he went a few weeks ago in hope of restoring his health, is enroute to the home at Reedsville and will arrive Friday. Funeral services will be held Saturday. Mr. Kubale was 31 years of age and his death was a great shock to the community in which he had spent his life. He had failed for months and a few weeks ago decided to seek relief at Albuquerque, N.M., but the hope was futile. Besides his wife and three children he is survived by his father, Albert, five brothers, Albert of Chilton, William of Kewaunee, Joseph, John and Frank at Kewaunee and by six sisters, Mrs. W. Barta, Reedsvile, Mrs. W. Schneider, of Hilbert, Mr. Radey, of Franklin, Mrs. Nenahlo, of Nielsville, Mrs. J. Dittman, of Kewaunee. Mr. Kubale resided on a farm a mile from Reedsville. Manitowoc Herald News, November 26, 1924 P. 2
FLORIAN LINK Death of Mr. Florian Link on Mon., 24 Nov., in Reedsville. He leaves a wife and three children. Burial takes place today. Der Nord Westen, 27 Nov. 1879 ******** (First publication January 8, 1880.) STATE OF WISCONSIN,-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY.-IN PROBATE. Notice is hereby given, that at the regular term of the county court, to be held in and for said county, at the office of the County Judge, in the city of Manitowoc, in said county, on the first Tuesday of Febuary (sic), A.D., 1880, the following matters will be heard and considered: No. 2. The application of Rosena Link to admit to probate the last will and testament of Florian Link, late of Reedsville, in said county, deceased; and for the appointment of John Kunz as administrator with said will annexed of the estate of said deceased. Estabrook & Walker, Attys. Dated January 8, 1880. By order of the Court: Michael Kirwan, County Judge. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, January 15, 1880, P. 3
MARY ELLEN MORRISEY Reedsville News Items Gleanings from the Reedsville Reporter MORRISEY - The funeral of the infant daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Morrisey was held from St. Mary's church Wednesday morning at 8:30 o'clock. The bereaved family have the sincere sympathy of all their friends. Brillion News - Fri.,Oct. 22, 1915
ANNA MRAZEK Anna Kluna Mrazek birth: 26 July 1834 death: 28 February 1899 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wis. residence: 1899 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co. spouse: Mathew Mrazek Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
WILHELM M. MUEHLHANS DIED - At Reedsville, Wis., on Thursday, April 12, 1888, Mr. William Muelhans(sic), aged 20(sic) years. Funeral services were held Sunday. Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tues., April 17, 1888 page 7
JUSTINA NEJDLOVA MAPLE GROVE: Mrs. George Needl (sic) died at her home early Monday morning after a lingering illness. Mrs. Needle and her husband came to this town about one year ago and made their home on the Holdar farm. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. Hlavacek of Grimms. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, July 30, 1903 pg. 8 ********** Mrs. George Nejdl(sic) of Maple Grove died last Sunday of consumption, the funeral took place last Wednesday, the body being interred at the Catholic Cemetery at Reedsville. Brillion News, July 31 1903 ********** Justina Hlavacheck Nejdl birth: 1875 Cato, Manitowoc Co. death: 26 July 1903 Maple Grove, Manitowoc So., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wis. residence: 1903 Maple Grove father: Frank Hlavacek mother: Anna spouse: George Nejdl Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
ANTON NENAHLO (d. 1956) Anton Nenahlo Sr., 87, died Wednesday evening at the home of his son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Anton J. Nenahlo, St. Nazianz, where he had made his home since 1929. He was born at Reedsville Sept. 29, 1868, and was married to Barbara Oswald at Reifs Mills Sept. 23, 1895. Mrs. Nenahlo died in 1929. He was a member of the Holy Name Society. Survivor are one daughter, Mrs. John E. Kabat, R. 1, Valders, and Charles of Manitowoc; 10 grand- children. Funeral services were held at St. Gregory's Church, St. Nazianz, today at 10 o'clock. The Rev. Terrence Schmidt officiated and burial was in St. Mary's Cemetery, Reedsville. Sheboygan Press, September 29, 1956 P. 8 ******* Funeral service of Anton Nenahlo Sr., 87, who died Wednesday evening at the home of his son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Anton Nenahlo, at St. Nazianz, was held Saturday on his 88th birthday anniversary, at St. Gregory's Church, St. Nazianz. A requiem high mass was sung by the Rev. Terrence Schmidt and burial was in St. Mary' Cemetery at Reedsville. Pallbearers were (names omitted for privacy). Sheboygan Press, October 2, 1956 P. 8 ******* Anton I. (Sept. 29, 1868-Sept. 26, 1956 husband of Barbara nee Oswald -son of Frank Nenahlo and Antonia Hlavachek farmer -born Town of Maple Grove -died from "cancer of sigmoid") (from researcher of St. Gregory church records/see contributors page)
BARBARA NENAHLO Mrs. A. Nenahlo, 55, Passes Away Friday In Town Maple Grove Mrs. Anton Nenahlo, aged 55, who resided with her husband on a farm in Maple Grove, passed away Friday afternoon. The deceased has been a sufferer from asthma for some little time. Her maiden name was Barbara Oswald, and she was born in the town of Franklin in 1874. She was married to Anton Nenahlo 27 years ago who survives her, with one daughter, Mrs. John E. Kabat of Reedsville, two sons, Joseph and Anton Jr. on the farm, and two sisters, Mrs. John Novy of Polifka's Corner and Mrs. Wm. Seibold of Louisville, Minn. Funeral services will be held Monday morning from the St. Mary's church in Reedsville, with interment in the church cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, October 5, 1929 P. 4 ******* Barbara Nenahlo nee Oswald (co. death index v.25 p.233) Wife of Anton Nenahlo June 11, 1875-Oct. 4, 1929 Parents are marked as unknown on death record Born in Wisconsin Died from "myocarditis, 1 year -asthma, 20 years" Buried at Reedsville, Town of Rockland (Her tombstone is in St. Marys cem., Maple Grove) ******** The following is her son: Joseph Charles Nenahlo (Manitowoc Deaths v.37 p.472) Husband of Clara [Fischer] Oct. 18, 1904-Sept. 16, 1944 Son of Anton Nenahlo and Barbara Oswald Dairy farmer in Town of Maple Grove -born in Town of Maple Grove Died from "cerebral hemorrhage -gunshot wound - accident on Sept. 16, 1944- hit by stray bullet" Buried in Brillion, Calumet County
JAN NENAHLO (First publication March 30, 1882.) No. 34. IN PROBATE,-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT. In the matter of the estate of John Nenahlo, deceased. On reading and filing the petition of Frank Shuster of said county, representing among other things that John Nenahlo, late of the town of Maple Grove, in said county, on the 22nd (sic) day of March, A.D., 1882, at said town of Maple Grove, died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this state, and the said petitioner is the father of the widow of said deceased, and makes said petiton in her behalf, and praying that administration of said estate be to the said Frank Shuster granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard by this court, on Tuesday, the 25th day of April, A.D., 1882, at 10 o'clock A.M., at my office in said county. Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased, and to all persons interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at the city of Manitowoc, in said county. Dated at Manitowoc, the 28th day of March, A.D., 1882. R.D. Smart, County Judge. Schmitz & Kirwan, Attorneys. Manitowoc Pilot, March 30, 1882 P. 2
KAREL NENAHLO Charles Nenalo (co. death index v.2 p.145) Single Died in April 1880 at age 18 years Son of Mathias Nenalo and Louisa Farmer -born in Wisconsin Died from "blood poisoning" Buried in Town of Rockland (His tombstone is in St. Marys cem., Maple Grove twp.)
MATEJ NENAHLO BRUTAL MURDER AT REEDSVILLE Manitowoc, April ? --An old man named Matthias Nenalo, aged about fifty five years, was brutally murdered at the village of Reedsville, this county, Monday, by four young men named Morask, as announced in Tuesday's Wisconsin, briefly. They claimed that Nenalo's son owed them $4 which he refused to pay. The old man interceded in his son's behalf, whereupon one of them struck him on the head with a club, felling him to the floor. They then beat him about the head and chest with a chair until life was nearly extinct. He lingered until morning, when he died, not having regained consciousness from the time he was struck. Two of the murderers were arrested and brought here last night, and lodged in jail. Another was captured here this morning. The fourth is still at large. -Dispatch to the Wisconsin Chilton Times, April 1879 ********** A HORRIBLE MURDER AT REEDSVILLE AN OLD MAN BEATEN TO DEATH BY FOUR RUFFIANS. A shocking murder was committed at Reedsville, this county, on Monday afternoon at 4 P.M. A young man named Frank Nenahlo was engaged in hauling logs to a saw mill, and entered a saloon kept by one Lawrence, which he passed regularly on his trips to the mill. While in the saloon four young men, named Wenzel and Carl Marazek, and Joseph and John Spatecek, came in. They immediately began to dispute with young Nenahlo insisting that he was owing one of the party $4 which he refused to pay. Nenahlo denied that he was indebted to them and finally told them that he was good for it if it was a just debt, and asked them why they did not sue. They replied, "They did not want to sue, but would take the amount out of his hide." Whereupon they began beating him. Some of them drew knives and attempted to stab him. He called out to those present (deputy sheriff Mueller and the saloon keeper) "help me for God's sake; they are going to kill me.: But neither offered the slightest interference. Nenahlo's coat is cut in many places about the shoulders where the knives entered, but fortunately the knives did not enter his flesh. His father, an old man of 56, was passing the saloon and heard the outcries and went in. He carried in his hand an oak stick about 3 feet long and something over an inch and a half thick. Wenzel Marazek instantly sprung at the old man, wrested the stick from his hand and dealt him a blow with it across the head, breaking his skull. The old man fell senseless to the floor, when two of the ruffians began kicking him. Joseph Spatecek jumping repeatedly on his breast crushing in the breast bone. Carl Marazek seized a cahri and dealt the old man a blow while lying prostrate which literally crushed down his nose so that the same blow wounded both cheek bones. The deputy sheriff and saloon keeper interfered at this juncture. Frank, the old man's son, raised the old man and blood flowed in a stream from his mouth. A physician from Spring Creek was summoned who said recovery was impossible. The old man was unconscious up to the time of his death which took place yesterday morning at 4:30. Three of the murderers were arrested and are now confined in the county jail. Two were arrested at home by constable Zahn, and another was arrested in this city yesterday morning. Joseph Spatecek is at this writing (Wednesday) still at large. A constable is after him. It is believed that Joseph is in hiding some where in Kewaunee county. The four are young men, not over 21, residents of Maple Grove, and members of the same family, the Spateceks being step brothers of the other two. The Marazeks are reputed to be bad citizens, having been involved in a number of quarrels. Many believe that the Marazek boys intended to murder Frank Nenahlo as they had everything prepared to go to Minnesota when arrested. The murdered man, Mathias Nenahlo, is a resident of Rockland, one of the proprietors of the Rusch Mill at Reedsville. He is described by those who knew him as a quiet, inoffensive man. His son who was in the city yesterday, appears to be a modest man who would not willingly engage in a quarrel with any one. A great deal of indignation is expressed at the inaction of Miller and the saloon keeper. A refusal of a justice in the neighborhood to issue a warrant is also severely commented upon. The three men were brought before Justice Wallich for their preliminary examination yesterday. The Marazek boys do not seem to be greatly alarmed. Wenzel is a wild, hardy looking fellow who looked at the spectators defiantly and showed no signs of fear. John Spatacek seemed to be greatly affected. While in court his chin rested on his breast and he twirled his mustache uneasily. He is married and is the least guilty of the four. He was arrested in the city a short while after having drawn money from the bank. ******** Drs. Coakley and Blake went out to Reedsville last evening to hold a post mortem examination on the body of Nenahlo. Manitowoc Pilot, April 3, 1879 ******** EXAMINATION FOR MURDER. The examination of Wenzel Marazek for the murder of Nenahlo, some weeks ago, was concluded last Saturday, and Wenzel was held for trial and remanded to jail. No effort has been made so far to fix a bail for his release. Joseph Spatacek, who was engaged in the quarrel with young Nenahlo, was released on a nolle entered by the district attorney. He was immediately arrested on a peace warrant and released after giving $200 bail. His brother, John Spatacek, is still at large. No very earnest efforts are made to capture him as it is believed he is only guilty of an assault on young Nenahlo. Twelve witnesses were examined and their testimony bears pretty heavily on Wenzel Marazek. Even the witnesses subpoenaed by the defense, gave good evidence for the prosecution. The defense set up by Wenzel is that Nenahlo, on entering the saloon, struck him with a large stick he had picked up outside, and had again raised it to strike Carl, his brother, when Wenzel wrested it from him and inflicted the fatal blow. This was not corroborated by any of the other witnesses. It appears that there has been "bad blood" between the two families, which culminated in the murder. No evidence was given which shows that the killing was in any way premeditated, and there can be no doubt that it was done in a fit of passion. Carl Marazek's examination opened yesterday. The testimony given will not differ much from that given in the examination of his brother. Carl is not so directly responsible for the killing as his brother is. Manitowoc Pilot, April 24, 1879 P. 3 ********* A special venire for 50 jurors had to be issued in the case of Marazek, tried for the murder of Nenahlo. Reading the PILOT disqualified a great number drawn. Manitowoc Pilot, June 19, 1879 P. 3
ALBERT NOVAK ALBERT NOVAK, 27, PNEUMONIA VICTIM AT REEDSVILLE Stricken with pneumonia, Albert Novak, 27, who moved into Reedsville, from the farm a short distance from the village four months ago, passed away this morning. The deceased was born near Reedsville and was one of a family of fifteen children now surviving together with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Novak, Reedsville; his widow and two children; a son, Ivan and a daughter, Joan. There are eight sisters and seven brothers. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 9:30 from the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Reedsville. Manitowoc Herald News, Feb. 8, 1930 page 4 ********* The funeral of Albert Novak held here on Tuesday from St. Mary's Catholic church was one of the largest ever held from the church. Requiem High Mass was sung by Rev. J. Kalisek, pastor, and interment took place in the Catholic cemetery opposite the church. Seven brothers and nine sisters survive the deceased, all of whom were present with the exception of the oldest brother, John and sister, Mrs. Fassbender, of Ladysmith, who were unable to attend. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, February 12, 1930 P. 6
AMALIE NOVAK Reedsville: A little child of Mr. and Mrs. John Novak died Saturday and was buried Monday. Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 28, 1900
BABY NOVAK The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Novak was buried from St. Mary's church Wednesday. Manitwoc Herald Times, April 4, 1929 P. 11
CATHERINE NOVAK Mrs. Catherine (Grandma) Novack (photo), 88 of Reedsville, died early this morning following a short illness. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Reedsville Co-op funeral home and at 9:30 at St. Mary Catholic church, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Mrs. Novak, nee Catherine Strouf, was born in 1860 in the town of Gibson. In 1879 she was married to John Novak and the couple immediately moved to a farm about a mile west of Reedsville where they lived until their retirement in 1924. Mr. Novak died in 1936, seven years after the couple observed its golden wedding anniversary. They had 21 children and 15 of them survive. They are: Mrs. Mary Koudleka, Joseph and Ralph Novak of Milwaukee; Louis of Evergeen Park, Ill.; John of Fairview, Mont.; Mrs. Agnes Kirch of Manitowoc; Mrs. Bess Fasbender of Summit Lake; Mrs. Rose Boyle and Mrs. Julia Stengel of Antigo; Anton of Grimms; Mrs. Anna Zahorik, Mrs. Josephine Kubale, Mrs. Louisa Burich, Charles and Mrs. Emma Kohout of Reedsville; brother, Assemblyman Adolph Strouf; four sisters, Mrs. Mary Youra of Two Rivers; Mrs. Rose Pfingsten of Mishicot; Mrs. Emma Beneshek, of Branch; and Mrs. Carrie DeWane of Cooperstown; 74 grandchildren; 90 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday and the rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Tuesday and at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Mrs. Novak was Reedsville's oldest resident and everyone called her "Grandma." Her 21 children included four sets of twins. She would have been 89 years old on Oct. 27 when the usual big celebration, lasting several weeks would have been held. Mrs. Novak saw the first train puff its way through the village of Reedsville and also lived to see four wars. The Civil war, Spanish-American war and World Wars I and II. Twenty-three of her grandsons fought in War II and two of them, Lt. Edward Kubale and Flight Officer Charles Novak, were killed in actiion. Mrs. Movak made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Kohout, in Reedsville. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 19, 1949 P.2
FRANTISEK NOVAK Reedsville A two year old child of Mr. and Mrs. John Novak died last Monday. The funeral was held yesterday, the body being interred in the Catholic cemetery, Rev. Fr. Cipin officiating. Brillion News, Fri., June 29, 1900
GERTRUDE NOVAK Gertrude, a four months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Novak, died Thursday morning. The funeral took place Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from St. Mary's Catholic church at Reedsville. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, October 27, 1921 P. 2
JAN NOVAK Reedsville: John Novack(sic), who died at Reedsville last Tuesday was buried Thursday from the Catholic church. He was 71 years old and was known as an old settler here. Brillion News, Fri., June 17, 1897
JOHN NOVAK DEATH CLAIMS JOHN NOVAK, 77 Retired Reedsville Farmer Succumbs At His Home John Novak, 77, retired Reedsville farmer, died at his home at Reedsville at 2:45 this morning following an illness of over three weeks. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 9:30 from the St. Mary's Catholic church at Reedsville. Burial will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Born in Czecho-Slovakia Born in Czecho-Slovakia January 12, 1859, Mr. Novak came to America at the age of 4-1/2 years with his parents. They settled on a farm a mile west of Reedsville. On April 15, 1879, Mr. Novak was married to Catherine Strouf, Mishicot, who survives. The family moved to Reedsville 11 years ago. The couple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1929. There were twenty-one children born to the Novaks, sixteen of whom are living. Among the children there were four sets of twins. Only one of the twins is dead. The twin children are Louis of Oak Lawn, Ill., and Louise (Mrs. John Burich, Reedsville); Joseph of Manitowoc and Josephine (Mrs. Joseph Kubale, Reedsville); and Mr. Joseph Kirch. Mrs. Kirch's twin sister died in infancy. 16 great grandchildren Other children are Adolph of Deerbrook, John of Argonne, Ralph of Milwaukee, Mrs. Mary Koudelka of Milwaukee, Mrs. Henry Fasbender of Ladysmith, Mrs. Alfred Boyle of Gleason, Mrs. Edward Stengl of Antigo, Mrs. Joseph Zahorik of Reedsville, and Mrs. Emma Kohout of Reedsville. A sister, Mrs. Mary Barta of Commonwealth, Wis., 80 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren also survive. The body will lie at the home at Reedsville until the time of the services. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 3, 1936 P. 12
FRANTISEK PRIKOP Frank Schikop (sic), a 23-yr. old young man who lives about a mile outside Reedsville, was found dead Sun. morning alongside the tracks of the Northwestern RR. The investigation suggests that he had been struck, probably by the Sat. night Express which went through Reedsville at 10:30. He had a large wound on his head, both legs were run over above the knees and the entire body was mauled. Schikop, who had been in Reedsville Sat. afternoon, apparently set out while tipsy for the home of his parents where he resides. He was probably hit by the passing Express. Der Nord Westen, 06 July 1905 ******** Reedsville: Frank Prikop Jr., was struck and instantly killed by a train here last Saturday evening. The remains were not found until late Sunday morning. An inquest was held Monday morning. The funeral was held here from the Catholic Church forenoon. His parents and several sisters and brothers survive him. Brillion News, Fri., July 7, 1905 ******** Frank Prikop Wisconsin, Death Records Name Frank Prikop Event Type Death Event Date 1905 Event Place Maple Grove, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Residence Place Maple Grove, Gender Male Age 23 Marital Status Single Race W Occupation Farmer Birth Date 1882 Birth Year (Estimated) 1882 Birthplace Wisconsin Burial Place Reedsville, Wis. Cemetery Catholic Cem. Father's Name Frank Prikop Father's Birthplace Bohemia Mother's Name Anna Prikop Mother's Birthplace Bohemia Citing this Record "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," ********* Frank Prikop birth: 1882 Wis. death: 11 July 1905 Maple Grove, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville residence: 1905 Maple Grove father: Frank Prikop mother: Anna Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
HENRY J. REINHOLDT Death of 25 yr. old Henry Reinhold(sic) in Reedsville on Sun. morning, of diphtheria. He leaves a widow and one child. Burial was Tues., 04 Dec. in the Catholic Cemetery in Reedsville. Der Nord Westen, 06 Dec. 1888 ********* Henry Reinhold (sic) of Reedsville, a hardware merchant died on Sunday last of diphtheria. It is said there are a number of cases which threaten to terminate fatally in that village. Manitowoc Pilot, December 6, 1888
ANTONIE SATORIE Antonia Nowak Satorie Wisconsin, Death Records Name Antonia Nowak Satorie Event Type Death Event Date 1905 Event Place Reedsville, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Residence Place Reedsville, Gender Female Age 80 Marital Status Widowed Race W Occupation Housewive Birth Date 1824 Birth Year (Estimated) 1825 Birthplace Bohemia Burial Place Reedsville, Cemetery Catholic Cemetery Father's Name Frank Nowak Father's Birthplace Bohemia Mother's Name Nowak Mother's Birthplace Bohemia Spouse's Name Thomas Satorie "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch ********* Antonia Nowak Satorie Wisconsin Deaths and Burials Name Antonia Nowak Satorie Gender Female Burial Place Reedsville Death Date 16 Feb 1905 Death Place Reedsville, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Age 80 Birth Date 1824 Birthplace Bohemia Occupation Housewife Race White Marital Status Widowed Spouse's Name Thomas Satorie Father's Name Frank Nowak Father's Birthplace Bohemia Mother's Birthplace Bohemia "Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch
MARIE SATORIE At the home of Mr. Alb. Burich of this village death came to a sufferer of years duration and took to her Final Home, Miss Anna Satoria(sic) aged 58 years. The funeral took place Monday morning from St. Mary's Catholic Church. Rev. Kolar saying the requiem Mass for deceased. Brillion News - April 30, 1915 ******** (Note: It says Anna, but the year and the age match Marie)
TOMAS SATORIJE Reedsville: Mr. Santora(sic), an old resident of this village died last Thursday. He was buried Monday morning, Rev. Father Cipin officiating. He leaves a wife and three children. Brillion News, Fri., July 27, 1900 ******** (Order to Hear Petition for Administration.) STATE OF WISCONSIN-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT. IN PROBATE. In the Matter of the Estate of Thomas Satorie, deceased, intestate. On reading and filing the petition of Annie Burie, of the town of Rockland, in said county, representing among other things that Thomas Satorie, an inhabitant, of said county, on the 20th day of July, A.D. 1900, at Village of Reedsville, died intestate, leaving estate to be administered, and that the said petitioner is a daughter of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to Louis Falge granted. It is Ordered, that said petition be heard at a Special term of said County Court to be held on Tuesday, the 11th day of April, A.D. 1905, at 10 o'clock A.M., at the office of the County Jduge, in the city of Manitowoc, in said county. Ordered Further, that notice of the time and place so appointed, be given to all persons interested, by publication hereof for three weeks successively, prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc City in said County. Dated at Manitowoc, the 11th day of March, A.D. 1905. By the Court, John Chloupek, County Judge. Manitowoc, Pilot, Thursday, March 15, 1905 P. 5
VACLAV SATORYE OVERCOME IN CHURCH; DIES Wencel Satoria (sic), prominent resident of Reedsville, died Sunday following a stroke of paralysis which he suffered while in attendance at church services. Mr. Satoria, who is 81, appeared in his usual health when he set out for church but during the services was suddenly overcome and died a short time later. Two daughters, Mrs. John Burich and Mrs. Frank Tikalsky survive. The funeral will be held Thursday. Manitowoc Herald News, November 2, 1920 P. 1
CHARLES J. SHIMEK Failure to recover from an illness and attending operation at Oshkosh resulted in death of Chas. Shimek, village clerk of Reedsville at an early hour Wednesday morning. The decedent, who leaves a widow and two children, had been clerk for a number of years and general sorrow is expressed at his death. The funeral will be held on Saturday from the late home. Charles Shimek was well known in Brillion and highly esteemed. His many friends here extend their sincere sympathy to the sadly bereaved family. Brillion News, Fri., Dec. 2, 1910 ********** Death Record Vol. 10 Page 500 Charles J. Shimek Date of death: November 30, 1910 @ 6:30 A.M. Place of death: Reedsville, Manitowoc County Male White Date of birth: January 26, 1910 in Wisconsin (date is obviously wrong) Age at death: 31 yrs. 10 mons 4 days Married Father: Frank Shimek Birthplace: Austria Mother of deceased: Mary Foreyt Birthplace: Austria Occupation: Clerk Cause of death: chronic colitis followed by peretonitis was operated on, but made condition worse. duration 62 days Pronounce by: H.A. Ott, M.D. - Reedsville Place of burial: Reedsville - Dec. 3, 1910 Undertaker: Simon Steffes - Reedsville Informant: J. P. Shimek, Appleton Jct.,Wisconsin
STEPHEN S. SHIMEK Stephen Shimek Dies At Maple Crest Today Stephen Shimek, 55, Reedsville, died this morning at the Maple Crest sanatorium, where he has been a patient for some time. Funeral services will be held Monday at 9 a.m., from the St. Mary's Catholic church, Reedsville. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Shimek was born in Rockland in 1881 and when a boy of 16 accompanied his parents to Reedsville where he has since resided. He was a painter. In 1916 he married Miss Mary Hlavachek. Survivors are the widow; a daughter, Angeline, 11; two sons, Joseph 16, and Charles, 14; all of Reedsville; and an aunt, Mrs. John Spatchek, Maple Grove. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 13, 1936 p.2
******** Reedsville News Items Gleanings from the Reedsville Reporter Shimek - Hlavachek June added another bridal scene to its list when at St. Mary's Catholic Church Tuesday morning at ten o'clock, Miss Mary Hlavachek, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Hlavachek became the bride of Stephen S. Shimek, Rev. T. Kolar performing the marriage ceremony and celebrating the nuptial High Mass. The bride was becomingly gowned in an embroidered net overdress with a silk foundation, wore an attractively arranged bridal veil and carried a shower bouquet of white roses. Miss Rosie Hlavachek, a sister and Miss Emma Novy, a cousin, were the bridesmaids and wore white voile dresses and pink roses in their hair. The grooms attendants were Stephen Foreyt and ? Spatchek. After the bridal ceremony a wedding reception was held at the home of the brides parents where the guests were sumptuously dined and treated to the very best of refreshments. More than seventy families were invited to the wedding and none were disappointed for everything possible was done to make the day a pleasant and happy one. Both bride and groom are well known and popular young people, the bride being esteemed for her gentle ladylike disposition and true Christian spirit. The groom has been a resident of Reedsville all his life and owns his own home here to which he will bring his bride. He is engaged in the trade of painter and decorator and possesses the qualities that tend to make a happy home. The best wishes of a host of friends are extended to the young people by their numerous friends and relatives. Brillion News - Fri., June 9, 1916
******** REPORT OF THE COUNTY JUDGE ON PATIENTS COMMITTED TO WISCONSIN GENERAL HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, WISCONSIN Gentlemen: In accordance with the duties which are provided for in the Statutes, I beg leave to submit my report of all proceedings and hearings relative to patients committed to the Wisconsin General Hospital for treatment since the filing of my last report up to and including January 1, 1937. Edward S. Schmitz, County Judge Stephen S. Shimek, resident of Reedsville, Wisconsin. Committed to Wisconsin General Hospital on the 27th day of March, 1936. Examining physician, Dr. Erwin C. Cary. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 31, 1937 p.17, 18 (Note: They sent seriously ill people here to be treated. The hospital was in Madison) ********** REPORT OF THE COUNTY JUDGE ON TUBERCULAR PATIENTS TO THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, WISCONSIN Gentlemen: In accordance with the duties which are provided for in the Statutes, I beg leave to submit my report of all proceedings and hearings relative to tubercular patients had and determined since the filing of my last report, January 1, 1936, up to and including the first day of January, 1937 Edward S. Schmitz, County Judge Stephen S. Shimek, resident of Reedsville. Committed to Maple Crest Sanatorium on the 8th day of April, 1936. Examining physician, Dr. E.C. Cary. ******** Notes from Reedsville: Miss Mary Hlavachek and Mr. Stephen Shimek were married at St. Mary's Catholic church, Tuesday morning, Rev. Fr. Kolar officiating. After the ceremony a reception and wedding dinner was held at the home of the bride's parents. Both young people are well known and popular here and large number of friends offer best wishes. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 8, 1916FRANTISEK SIMEK (d. 1887)
A photo of my Great Grandfather, Frank Shimek (Franz Schimeck). He lived in Rockland Township west of Reedsville. I have copies of Civil War Discharge, Record of land purchased from the state, his last will and testament and a photo of him as a young man about to join the Civil war. His son, Stephen S. Shimek was my grandfather married Mary Hlavacheck. Stephen S. Shimek/1881-1936 (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
FRANTISEK SIMEK (d. 1907) Frank Shimek passed away at his home here Tuesday morning aged 45 years. His demise was caused by tuberculosis of the lungs. He leaves a widow and one son to mourn his untimely death. He is also survived by his mother and two brothers, Charles, proprietor of a Tailor Shop and Clothing Store here and the other brother is proprietor of a hotel at Appleton Jct. The funeral was held Thursday morning from the Catholic Church, Rev. Kolar officiating. Brillion News, August 9, 1907 ******* Order for Proof of Will. STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In the Matter of the Estate of Frank Shimek (sic), Deceased. In Probate. An Instrument in writing, purporting to be the Last will and Testament of Frank Shimek of Reedsville village, in said County, having been delivered into said Court: And C.J. Nenahlo, of said village in said county, having presented to said Court his petition in writing duly verified, representing, among other things, that said Frank Shimek died testate, at the village of Reedsville, in said County, on the 6th day of August 1907; that said Instrument is the Last Will of said deceased and praying that said instrument be proven and admitted to Probate and that letters testamentary be thereon issued to C.J. Nenahlo, 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 Probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 29th day of December 1908, at 10 o'clock A.M. And it is Further Ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be given by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous to the time of said hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a newspaper published in said Manitowoc County. Dated November 28th 1908. By the Court, John Chloupek, County Judge. Kelley & Wyseman, Attorneys. Manitowoc Pilot, December 3, 1908 P. 4 ******** COUNTY COURT-MANITOWOC COUNTY-STATE OF WISCONSIN. In the matter of the Estate of Frank Shimek, deceased. Upon reading and filing the verified petition of Mary Shimek whereby it appears that (1) said Frank Shimek died testate on the 6th day of August, 1907, in the village of Reedsville, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin: (2) That the last will and testament of said Frank Shimek, deceased was proved, allowed and admitted to probate in this court on the 10th day of February, 1909: (3) That said Frank Shimek, deceased, left him surviving his wife, Mary Shimek, the petitioner herein, and his son, Jaroslav Shimek is minor and is represented by Edward L. Kelley, his guardian ad litem: (4) That the last will and testament of said Frank Shimek, deceased, as proved and allowed, as aforesaid, contains among others the following provision, to-wit: After the payment of my just debts and funeral expenses I give, devise and bequeath to my 1st son Jaroslav Shimek all of my real estate from and immediately after the decrease of my beloved wife, Mary Shimek, below mentioned. As said son Jaroslav is a present a minor child. 2. To my stepchildren, Daniel, Caroline and Anna Klabacek, the sum of Fifty Dollars ($50.00) each at the time each one attains the age of twenty-one years of age. Without interest. 3. I give and devise unto my said wife, Mary Shimek, all of my personal property of any nature and description and possession and the proceeds of my said real estate, during her natural life: 4. She shall support, clothe and care for best to her ability each of said minor children until sixteen years of age and for such supporting and taking care of said children she shall have all the proceeds, use and benefit of all the real estate and personal property during her natural life, as above mentioned. In case, she, my said wife Mary Shimek, shall depart this life, then all the personal property what ever may remain shall belong to my said son Jaroslav; 5. That petitioner is informed and verily believes, the intention of all of said provisions above taken together was to provide for a sale of the real estate to the end that the bequests provided for might be paid. And praying this court for a consideration of the will of said deceased, and for an order or decree construing said estate to create a true estate and permitting the sale of the real estate of said Frank Shimek, deceased. ORDERED that the said petition be heard at a general term of said Court at the Probate Office in the Court House in the city of Manitowoc, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, on the 10th day of October 1911, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, and that notice of said hearing be given by publishing this order once each week for three consecutive weeks in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published in said county. September 11th, 1911. By the Court, John Chloupek, County Judge. Kelley & Wyseman, Attorneys. Manitowoc Pilot, September 21, 1911 P. 4 ****** Order to hear petition for administration. STATE OF WISCONSIN-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT-IN PROBATE. In the Matter of the Estate of Frank Shimek, Deceased, intestate. On reading and filing the petition of Mary Koudelka, of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, representing among other things that Frank Shimek an inhabitant of said county, on the 6th day of August, A.D. 1907, at Reedsville, Wisconsin, died intestate, leaving estate to be administered, and that the said petitioner is the widow of said deceased, and praying that administration de bonis non of said estate be to East Wisconsin Trustee Company granted. It is Ordered, that said petition be heard at a regular term of said County Court to be held on Tuesday, the 6th day of October, A.D. 1914, at 10 o'clock A.M., at the office of the County Judge, in the city of Manitowoc, in said county. Ordered Further, that notice of the time and place so appointed, be given to all persons interested by publication hereof for three weeks successively, prior to said day of hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc in said County. Dated at Manitowoc, the 5th day of September, A.D. 1914. By the Court, John Chloupek, County Judge. Kelley & Ledvina, Attorneys. Manitowoc Pilot, September 24, 1914 P. 4
KATERINA SIMEK MRS. CATHERINE SHIMEK (sic), 88, DIES AT HOME OF DAUGHTER …(sic--? missing part of column) pioneer resident of the county passed away on Friday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Louis Turinsky, on the farm home two miles south of Reedsville. Burial will take place at 9:30 Monday morning from the St. Mary's Catholic church at Reedsville. The deceased is survived by her daughter, and four sons, Emil of Breckton, Frank of Reedsville, Gottlieb of Rockland and Louis of Manitowoc. Manitowoc Herald News, May 31, 1930 P. 4 ******** Mrs. Catherine Shimek(sic), 88, a pioneer of the county passed away on Friday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Louis Turinsky, on the farm two miles south of Reedsville. Burial took place Monday morning from the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Reedsville. The deceased is survived by her daughter and four sons, Emil of Brockton, Frank of Reedsville, Gottlieb of Rockland and Louis of Manitowoc. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 5, 1930
MARIE SIMEK The summons of Death came to Mrs. Mary Shimek (sic), aged eighty-three years, Tuesday evening at 7:30 after an illness of several months although it was not until five weeks ago that she was confined to her home and sick bed due to cancer of the stomach which caused her demise. Mrs. Shimek, whose maiden name was Mary Foreyt, was born in Bohemia, April 4, 1844 and came to this country with her parents at the age of fourteen years. They settled on a farm in Rockland. On July 23, 1860 she was united in marriage to Frank Shimek and lived on a farm until the death of her husband. In 1898 she moved to Reedsville where she purchased a home and continued to live here. Six children were born to the couple, four having preceded her in death, two sons surviving, Joseph of Appleton Junction and Stephen, with whom she made her home; one brother, Frank Foreyt and a sister, Mrs. Kate Spatchek, also survive. The funeral will take place Friday at 9:30 a.m. from the St. Mary's Catholic church. Requiem mass will be read by the pastor Rev J.W. Decker and burial will take place in the adjoining cemetery. Mrs. Shimek was a member of St. Ann's society of the St. Mary's church and always a devout member of the church. Manitowoc Herald News, September 29, 1927 P. 5
VOJTECH SIMEK Reedsville: Albert Shimek(sic), aged 76 years, residing two miles south of Reedsville, died on Dec. 30th of chronic bronchitis, having been afflicted with this ailment some three years. He came from Bohemia about 18 years ago. He is survived by his widow and three sons and one daughter at home and also a daughter, Mrs. Louis Turensky and another son, Emil, in Crandon. Brillion News, Fri., Jan. 5, 1906
ANNA SIMON Mrs. Anna Shimon (sic), 68, died at her home at Reedsville at 1:30 o'clock this afternoon after a lingering illness. She was born in the Town of Cato Feb. 15, 1870, and was married in January, 1886. Her husband, a son Frank, and a daughter Mary died of influenza seven years ago. Survivors are one daughter, Mrs. Leo O'Connell, Manitowoc, four sons, John, Manitowoc, Joseph of Antigo, Edward and Wencil of Reedsville; one brother, Joseph Hlavachek, Reedsville; one sister, Mrs. Frances Naidl, Branch; 14 grandchldren and one great grandchild. She was a member of St. Anne's society. The body may be viewed at the home of her son, E. J. Shimon, Reedsville, and the funeral will be held Friday morning at 9:30 o'clock at St. Mary's church, Reedsville. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mrs. Shimon was a resident of Reedsville for 31 years. She and her husband lived on a farm in Rockland before moving to the village. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 19, 1938 P. 2
FRANTISEK SIMON Frank Shimon, 21, of Reedsville, employed at the shipyards here, died Wednesday night at the hospital of pneumonia, which developed from influenza. Parents, four brothers and two sisters survive. The body was taken to Reedsville for burial. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 14, 1918
JOSEF SIMON John Simon of Kellnersville was caught in a circular saw in the Schultz Mill in the town of Franklin where he was employed last Friday and was so terribly mangled that death resulted. Both of his arms were cut off below the elbows and one of his legs was terribly mutilated. He was taken to the Manitowoc Hospital and placed in the care of competent physicians but he died in a few hours in consequence of his injuries. The Chronicle - Tues., Apr. 10, 1900 ******** From the Files of the Pilot - Thirty Years Ago - 1900 John Simon, a workman in a saw mill near Kellnersville, was fatally injured by a saw last Friday. He was brought to the hospital here and underwent an amputation but died soon after. Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Apr. 17, 1930 ******** MET TERRIBLE ACCIDENT Joseph Shimon(sic) of Menchalville Dies in Horrible Agony HOURS WITHOUT AID He Falls on a Saw in Mill and Both Arms Are Cut Off Manitowoc, Wis., April 7 (Special) Joseph Shimon of Menchalville, this county, was brought here last night in a terribly mangled condition. He was operated upon but to no avail, as death soon came. He died in terrible agony. Yesterday while working in the sawmill of Joseph Schultz Shimon was struck by a board. He fell on the saw and both of his arms were cut off below the elbow and one of his legs was half cut off. The nearest physician was in this city, eighteen miles from Menchalville. The suffered was placed in a wagon and brought here. He was nearly dead with pain and the loss of blood when he arrived. Shimon was 55 years old and unmarried. Brillion News, Fri., Apr. 13, 1900 ******** Mr. Joe Shimon(sic), a mill hand at Menchalville, met with a terrible accident last Friday afternoon which caused his death. He was taking two boards off the carriage when it jerked and threw him on the saw, cutting off both hands and one leg. He was then taken to the St. Mary's Hospital at Manitowoc, where he died the next morning. His body was taken to the home of his brother near here and was buried in the Catholic Cemetery Sunday afternoon, Father Cipin officiating. He was 53 years of age and was born in Bohemia in 1847. He was married but his wife died some time ago. Brillion News - April 21, 1900 ******* (Note: Father Cipin officiated at other burials in St. Marys Catholic cemetery in Maple Grove township. ******** Wisconsin, Death Records Name Joseph Shimon (sic) Event Type Death Event Date 1900 Event Place Manitowoc County, Wisconsin Residence Place Franklin, Manitowoc, Wis. Gender Male Age 55 Marital Status Widowed Race W Occupation Laborer Birth Year (Estimated) 1845 Birthplace Bohemia Father's Name John Shimon Father's Birthplace Bohemia Mother's Name Catherina Sherman Mother's Birthplace Bohemia "Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907"
VACLAV SIMON Notes from Reedsville: There have been four deaths here within a week, Mrs. Martin Krueger, Mrs. Henry Schultz, Mrs. Frank Vondrachek and Mr. Wenzel Shimon. In the Shimon home, death has entered three times within a month. First the son, Frank was taken, shortly afterward, the daughter, Mary and now the father, who died Saturday of complications following influenza. He was 56 years of age and leaves a wife, four sons and a daughter. The funeral was held Monday morning, Rev. H. Kolar officiating. The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved family. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 19, 1918
JAN SPACEK West Maple Grove--John Spatchek (sic) was taken to St. Elizabeth's hospital at Appleton where he underwent an operation for appendicitis. Manitowoc Herald News, November 6, 1925 P. 1 ******** (Note: Can find no obit for him)
KATERINA SPACEK Mrs. John Spatchek (sic), 93, nee Catherine Foreyt, died Wednesday afternoon at the farm, now operated by a son, Joseph, in Maple Grove. Funeral services will be held at 8:45 a.m. Saturday at the Spatchek home and at 9:30 at the St. Mary's Catholic church, Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mrs. Spatcheck was born in Bohemia in 1853 and when a child accompanied her parents to this county. The family settled on a farm near Reedsville. She was married to John Spatcheck in 1878 and they located on the Maple Grove farm. She was the oldest member of the St. Mary's congregation. Mr. Spatchek died 21 years ago. Survivors are five daughters, Mrs. Anna Miller, Mrs. Anton Tikalsky and Mrs. William Pritzl of Brillion, Mrs. Emil Zeman of Reedsville and Mrs. Steven Hajek of Chicago; four sons, Joseph and John of rural route, Brillion, Steven of Reedsville and Charles of Grimms; 33 grandchildren and 48 great-grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the Reedsville Cooperative funeral home where the St. Ann society, of which Mrs. Spatchek was a member, will recite the rosary at 8 p.m. Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 26, 1946 P. 2
CHARLIE SPETTA Charles Speta birth: 14 January 1897 Reedsville, Wis. death: 24 June 1898 Reedsville, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin burial: Reedsville, Wis. residence: 1898 Reedsville father: Wenzel Speta mother: Josephine Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
BARBORA SVATEK TOTAL OF 149 DESCENDANTS SURVIVE PIONEER REEDSVILLE WOMAN WHO DIES AT AGE OF 85 One hundred forty-nine descendants mourn the death of Mrs. Barbara Svatek, pioneer Reedsville woman, who passed away Sunday at the home of her son, Emil Svatek at Maple Grove, with whom she had made her home in later years, there being five children, forty-five grand children, ninety-seven great grand children and two great great grand children of the surviving relatives, probably one of the largest families of the county. Mrs. Svatek's death removes another of the older settlers of the county. Born in Bohemia, January 5, 1842, Mrs. Svatek had past her 85th birthday when the summons came to her. She was married to Frank Svatek, who preceded her in death, on August 14, 1858 and the couple came to Manitowoc county, in 1864, settling on a farm in the town of Cato, where they remained until Mr. Svatek's death. Mrs. Svatek, since that time has made her home with her children. Five of eight children born to Mr. and Mrs. Svatek, survive, being Mrs. John Hayek, Antigo; Mrs. Joseph Naidle, Whitelaw; Mrs. Wenzel Tenor, Reedsville and Emil and Frank of Reedsville. Funeral services for Mrs. Svatek will be held Tuesday morning from St. Mary's church at Reedsville with interment in the cemetery near the church. Despite her age Mrs. Svatek was active and up to within a short time (????? in the next sentence) cept for feebleness from her advanced years. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. September 19, 1927 P. 2
EDWARD AND EMILY SVATEK The twin babies born to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Svatek were buried Saturday from St. Mary's church, the little boy dying a few hours after the girl. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, March 01, 1928, Page 14
FRANTISEK SVATEK One by one the early pioneer settlers are answering to their last earthly roll call and obeying the summons to their Heavenly Home. Sunday morning at the home of his son, Frank Svatek aged 83 years closed his eyes on worldly scenes and went to his Eternal Home. The deceased was born June 5, 1831 in Bohemia, coming to this country in 1865. He was married in 1858 to Mary Suhan. Five children, two sons, Emil and Joe and three daughters, Mrs. Mr. Hyek, Mrs. Die??er and Mrs. Neidl are left to mourn a kind father's death. The funeral took place Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock from St. Mary's church, Rev. Kolar performing the last rites for the deceased member. Mr. Svatek was a kind and loving father, a respected neighbor and true friend to all. His life just closed deserves the commendation "well done." Sympathy of friends is extended to the bereaved family. Brillion News - September 26, 1913 ******** Quite a few from here attended the funeral of Frank Svatek at Reedsville last Tuesday. Manitowoc Pilot, September 25, 1913
KAREL SVATEK Charles, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Svatek, died Friday and was buried from St. Mary's church Monday morning. Manitowoc Pilot, November 20, 1913
ANTONIA TIKALSKY Old Resident of Reedsville Dies Today Mrs. Matthew Tikalsky, pioneer resident of Reedsville, is dead at the home of her son Joseph Tiklasky on the old home farm near Reedsville. Mrs. Tikalsky was 74 years of age and death resulted from infirmities of age. Funeral services will be held from St. Mary's Catholic church Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock. Mrs. Tikalsky, nee Antonia Zoracek, is survived by two sons Joseph and Anton, both of Reedsville, and four daughters Mrs. Joseph Vondrachek, Reedsville, Mrs. Joseph Vobichka, Maribel, Mrs. Kerner, Hollandtown and Mrs. Frank Kabat, Greenleaf. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. November 1, 1926 P. 1
JOSEPH TIKALSKY (d. 1904) Notes From Reedsville: Mr. Tekolsky (sic), an aged resident of the village, died Saturday and was buried Tuesday from St. Mary's church. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, September 15, 1904 pg. 8 ******** Joseph Tikalsky Wisconsin Deaths and Burials Name Joseph Tikalsky Gender Male Burial Place Reedsville, Wis. Death Date 11 Sep 1904 Death Place Reedsville, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin Age 72 Birth Date 10 Mar 1832 Birthplace Bohemia Occupation Retired Race White Marital Status Widowed Spouse's Name Rosa Father's Birthplace Bohemia Mother's Birthplace Bohemia "Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968" ******** 1904 Sep 10/TIKALSKY Jos. /v.7 p.292 "Manitowoc County Pre-1907 Death Index"
JOSEPH TIKALSKY (d. 1926) SURVIVES WIFE ONLY 2 MONTHS, DEATH CALLS Two Well Known Residents of Reedsville Summoned Joseph Tikalsky, pioneer resident of Reedsville was not long separated from his helpmeet of many years as result of the death of Mrs. Tikalsky two months ago, Mr. Tikalsky being summoned to join her in death late Saturday when he succumbed to dropsy. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 10 at St. Mary's church, the Rev. Decker officiating. Mr. Tikalsky was 62 years of age and a resident at Reedsville a long time. He is survived by three children, Charles of Manitowoc, Frank and Mrs. Charles Novak at Brillion. Two sisters also survive. Manitowoc Herald News, November 22, 1926 P. 1
MARY TIKALSKY (d. 1926) Reedsville news: Mrs. Tikalsky Passes Away at Age of 55 Death claimed Mrs. Joseph Tikalsky, well known resident here today when she passed away at the age of 55 years. She had been ill for some time but her death is a shock to the community. Besides her husband, Mrs. Tikalsky is survived by two sons, Charles of Manitowoc and Frank at home and one daughter Mrs. Frank Novak of Brillion. Funeral services will be held Friday morning from St. Mary's church, Rev. Decker officiating. Manitowoc Herald News, September 8, 1926 ******** Notes from Reedsville: Mrs. Joe Tikalsky died early Wednesday morning after a lingering illness at her home here. She came to this country with her parents when four years of age from Bohemia and about thirty-five years ago was married to Joseph Tikalsky, who with two sons, Frank and Charles and a daughter, Mrs. Chas Novak are left to mourn her loss. One sister, Mrs. John Burich also survives her. The funeral will be held from St. Mary's church Friday morning. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 9, 1926
ROSALIA TIKALSKY Notes From Reedsville: Mrs. Tilkalsky died last Friday and was buried in the Catholic cemetery Monday. She was very old. Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, October 5, 1899 pg. 7 ******** Mrs. Jos. Tikalsky died at Reedville last Friday at the age of 68 years. Deceased had been ailing for some time and went to Reedsville last Saturday to remain at the home of her son, Jos. Tikalsky, Jr., and only half an hour after her arrival was seized with a stroke of apoplexy and died from the effects. Dr. Falge had been hastily enlisted but pronounced the patient beyond recovery. Mrs. Tikalsky was born in Bohemia in 1831, and next month would have attained the age of 69 years. She is survived by three children, her husband have died some years since. Her children are Joseph living in Reedsville, Mrs. John Tikalsky of Brillion, and Mrs. Marie Kl?? Of Green Bay. The funeral was held Monday at the Catholic Cemetery at Reedsville, Rev. Fr. Cipin performing the rites. Brillion News, October 6, 1899 ******** (From 1880 Maple Grove Federal census/Joseph Tikatski age 48; wife Rosalia Tikatski age 49; Wenzel age 20; Joseph age 14; Anton age 7) The Rosalia on the census would have been 68 yrs of age in 1899
FRANTISEK VECHART Frank Vechart, aged 74 years died Thursday morning after an illness of several weeks. His funeral took place Saturday from St. Mary's Catholic Church, Rev. Kolar performing the burial rites for deceased member of congregation. Four sons, William, Mike, Emil and John and three daughters, Mrs. M. Duggan of Maple Grove, Mary of Chicago and Josephine of Milwaukee and his wife are the mourners left. Brillion News - March 5, 1915
MARY VECHART Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hill attended the funeral of Mrs. Vechart Thursday at Reedsville. Mrs. Vechart being Mrs. Louis Hill's grandmother. Manitowoc Herald News, April 2, 1932 P. 8 ******* Mr. and Mrs. John Vechart and family were at Reedsville on Thursday to attend the funeral of the former's mother. Manitowoc Herald News, April 1, 1932 P. 5
ADOLPH VEJCHAR Notes From Maple Grove: On Tuesday Adolph Vegchar (sic) passed away at the home of his parents. The deceased had been working at a lumber camp in northern Wisconsin and received an injury to his leg. He then came back to his home, where several operations were performed on the leg; but blood poison set in, and, after two weeks of terrible suffering, death came to his relief. He was a bright young man, nineteen years old, and is survived by his parents and several brothers and sisters. The funeral was held Thursday morning from the Reedsville Catholic church, Rev. Kohlar officiating. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, March 7, 1907 pg. 8 ********* (transcription death year is off)
BARBORA VEJCHAR Reedsville Items: Vechart(sic) - At her home in the village of Reedsville at about 2 o'clock Monday afternoon, Mrs. Emil Vechart passed away to her Eternal Home. The deceased was only eighteen years of age and had lived here but a few months. Funeral services took place Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. A husband, mother, three brothers and a sister are left to mourn her early death. Brillion News, Fri., Apr. 26, 1912
JAN VESELY JOHN VESLEY (sic.) John Vesely, an old and highly esteemed citizen of our village died Saturday at his home in this village. The deceased had reached the age of 73 years and had resided in Wisconsin for forty five years. Up to about four years ago his home was on a farm about five miles southwest of this village. Disposing of same he removed to this village where he purchased a home for himself, wife and daughter, Bertha. Mr. Vesely leaves a wife, and three children to mourn his death. He was married twice, a daughter now residing at Marshfield being the only child of his first marriage. Mrs. Alb. Kubale and Bertha Vesely are the children of his second marriage. Although ailing for some time, Mr. Vesely was able until about three weeks ago, to be up and about performing his duties. A week ago Monday he attended Mass at St. Mary's Church where he received Holy Communion, this being the last place he was able to go. The funeral took place Monday morning from St. Mary's church, Rev. Kolar performing the last sad rites for the departed citizen. Respected by all, Mr. Vesely leaves many friends to miss his cheery greetings and good fellowship. Brillion News - March 21, 1913
MARY VESELY MRS. VESELY DIES AT CATO Funeral services Are To Be Held On Saturday Death this morning claimed Mrs. Mary Vesely, 62, town of Cato resident who had been in ill health since suffering a stroke a year ago. Burial will be at Reedsville Saturday morning following a requiem mass to be sung by the Rev. Joseph Vondrachek, a cousin, at the St. Mary Catholic church, Reedsville, at 9:30 a.m. Mrs. Vesely, nee Vondrachek, was born in the town of Cato Nov. ? 187__ and was married to Frank Vesely in 1888. She was a member of the St. Ann society of Reedsville. Survivors are four daughters, Mrs. James P____ and Mrs. Joseph Stadler, Manitowoc, Mrs. Matt Klein, town of Cato, and Mrs. Raymond Wallander, Reedsville; six sons, Frank Vesely, town of Maple Grove, Charles and Adolph, Manitowoc, the Rev. Lawrence Vesely, Lisle, Ill., and Joseph and Edward at home; and two brothers, Joseph Vondracheck, town of Rochester and Brother Jude, Lisle, Ill. Her husband died in 1910. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 30, 1932 P. 6 ******* Vesely Funeral Will Be Saturday Morning Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Vesely, who died Wednesday at her home in the Town of Cato, will be held Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary's church at Reedsville. Solemn requiem mass will be sung by the Rev. Lawrence Vesely, O.S.R., son of the deceased, assisted by reverend relatives of Mrs. Vesely. The sermon will be preached by the Rev. Frank Kolar, a former pastor at St. Mary's. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 1, 1932 P. 2
JAN EV. VIDENKA Reedsville: The Rev. Father Vedanka(sic) of the Catholic Congregation of this village, died last Friday. He was seized with an epileptic fit in the church on Sunday of last week and never recovered. Manitowoc LakeShore Times, Tues., June 2, 1885 ******** (First publication June 18, 1885.) No. 50 STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY OF MANITOWOC. ss. Probate office, Manitowoc, June 11, A.D., 1885. In the matter of the proof and probate of the last will and testament of Rev. John E. Videnka, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc. Whereas an instrument in writing purporting to be the last will and testament of Rev. John E. Videnka, deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc has been filed in this office; and whereas applicationhas been made by Sophia Haupt, praying that the same be proven and admitted to probate according to the laws of this state: Therefore, it is ordered that said application be heard before me at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, in said county, on Tuesday, the 14th day of July, A.D., 1885, at ten o'clock A.M. And it is further ordered, that notice shall be given to all persons interested in said will, of the time and place of said hearing, by publication of this order in the Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper printed and published in said county, for three succcessive weeks, once each week, prior to the time of such hearing. By the court. R.D. Smart, County Judge. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, June 18, 1885 P. 2
ALBERT VONDRACEK After an illness of eleven months, dating from the time of a runaway last May which resulted in an injury to his spine, Albert Vondrachek (sic) died at the home of his parents four miles north of here Sunday afternoon. Born April 21, 1888, he was raised here and attended the local school. All who know him always spoke of his sterling qualities of manhood, always cheerful and willing, a kind and faithful son. During his long period of illness he was always cheerful and hopeful and seldom complained. Besides his parents, he is survived by five brothers, Wenzel, Frank, Dan, Joseph and Stephen and eight sisters, Misses Rose and Barbara, Mr. Emil Svatek of Maple Grove, Mrs. King of Plainfield, Mrs. J. Tikalsky of Brillion, Mrs. Frank Aslajs of Francis Creek and Sister Adelberta of Boyd. Funeral services were conducted from St. Mary's church here Wednesday and the large funeral was a testimonial of the esteem of his friends. Manitowoc Pilot, March 30, 1916 ********* After suffering for ten months from injuries received in a runaway accident when team he was driving became frightened at a passing automobile, Alb. Vondrachek, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Vondrachek, passed away at the home of his parents, Sunday afternoon at 3:00 p.m. from broken back, severed spinal cord, which resulted from the fall from the wagon. Every effort known to medical skill was secured to allay the young man's suffering and to make his last moments as peaceful as possible but naught could be done to effect a cure and after bearing his burden of affliction with patience and cheerfulness the Angel of Death came to relieve earthly sufferings and to call Home a loving son and brother to his Final Reward. Besides the father and mother, five brothers, Frank, Wenzel, Daniel, Steve and Joe and eight sisters, Rose of Iowa, Mrs. King of Plainfield, Mrs. J. Tikalsky of Brillion, Mrs. Frank Slaja and Mrs. Anton Hochmann of Francis Creek, Mrs. Emil Svatek and Barbara of Maple Grove and Sister Adelberta of Boyd are left to mourn his death. The funeral took place Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. from St. Mary's Catholic Church of this village. Rev. Father Kolar saying Requiem High Mass and performing burial for deceased member. Brillion News, March 31, 1916 ******** The funeral for Albert Vondrachek, Reedsville, who died as result of injuries suffered in a runaway accident nearly a year ago, was held at Reedsville Wednesday and was largely attended. Mr. Vondrachek suffered permanent injury to his spine in the accident and was at the hospital here several months. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, March 31, 1916 P.3 ******** REEDSVILLE MAN THROWN FROM RIG, MAY DIE OF INJURY ALBERT VONDRACEK, 26, AT HOSPITAL HERE WITH BROKEN BACK, AND LITTLE CHANCE TO SURVIVE AUTO FRIGHTENS HIS TEAM WHICH RUNS AWAY Thrown from his wagon when his team, frightened by a passing automobile, ran away, Albert Vondracek, a Reedsville man, is at Holy Family hospital in this city suffering from injuries which may cost his life. Vondracek's back was broken as a result of the accident. Vondracek, who is 26 and unmarried was thrown from the wagon and struck upon his shoulders, the force of the fall causing a fracture of the vertebrae. The man was completely paralyzed. The injured man was brought to this city and taken to the hospital where examination revealed the extent of injury. An operation was performed in hope of saving the man's life, but his condition is extremely critical and little hope is entertained that he can recover. Vondracek's vertebrae was fractured just below the shoulders and small pieces of broken bone were removed in the operation. The accident happened on one of the streets at Reedsville Saturday afternoon and was witnessed by a number of people. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, May 03, 1915, Page 1
ANNA VONDRACEK (d. 1905) Notes From Reedsville: The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Vondracheck (sic) died last week Monday, after an illness of five days. Interment was at the Catholic cemetery Wednesday forenoon. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, October 26, 1905 pg. 8
ANNA VONDRACEK (d. 1918) Notes from Reedsville: There have been four deaths here within a week, Mrs. Martin Krueger, Mrs. Henry Schultz, Mrs. Frank Vondrachek and Mr. Wenzel Shimon. Mrs. Frank Vondrachek, who had made her home in the town of Maple Grove for years, died Wednesday after an illness of about a year. She was a kind friend and a true and loving mother. A number of grownup children, a sister and three brothers survive. Two of the children, Miss Rose of Iowa and Dan, who is in the army were not able to be home. The services were held at St. Mary's Church Friday morning. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 19, 1918
EMMA VONDRACEK Miss Mary(sic) Vondrachek, aged 18 years died very suddenly here last Saturday, tuberculosis causing her death. The decedent is survived by her parents, two sisters and three brothers, to whom we extend our heartfelt sympathy. The funeral was held here Monday from the Catholic church. Brillion News, October 11, 1907
FRANTISEK VONDRACEK (d. 1911) Frank C. Vondrachek of Rockland died yesterday at the age of 28 years, survived by a grief stricken widow and one child. Brillion News, May 19, 1911 ******** Notes From Reesdville: Frank Vondrachek, a farmer of Reedsville, died Wednesday night at 9 o'clock of Tuberculosis. The funeral will be held on Saturday morning at 10 o'clock from St. Mary's Catholic church. He is survived by his wife, one daughter, Mamie, two brothers, two sisters and his aged parents. Mrs. Edward Nemetz of Manitowoc is a sister. He was 27 years of age. He was married not quite two years. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, May 18, 1911 pg. 8
FRANTISEK VONDRACEK (d. 1917) WELL KNOWN MAPLE GROVE PIONEER DEAD Frank Vondrachek Was one of Last of Founders St. Mary's Church Frank Vondrachek, a pioneer resident of Maple Grove and one of the few surviving founders of St. Mary's Catholic congregation there 52 years ago, died at his home yesterday at the advanced age of 73 years. The funeral will be held at Maple Grove Thursday. Mr. Vondrachek, was born in Bohemia and came to America as a young man, locating at Maple Grove where for sixty years he has been a resident. A widow, five sons and seven daughters survive. One brother and a sister also survive. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, October 03, 1917, Page 8
JAN VONDRACEK (d. 1912) John Vondrackek died at his farm home about four miles southeast of the village of Reedsville at an early hour Monday morning. Deceased was 73 years of age. He was born in Bohemia in 1838. Besides a wife he leaves four children to mourn his death, two sons, Joseph and John and two daughters, Mrs. Nemetz of Manitowoc and Mrs. F. Vessely of this vicinity, also two brothers and one sister. Four children have preceded him to the Great Beyond. Charles, Frank, Anton and Emma having died some few years ago. Mr. Vondrachek was a kind and loving father, a good neighbor and staunch member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, being ever ready to lend a hand in time of need. The funeral took place Monday morning from St. Mary's Catholic Church, Rev. Kolar performing the last rites for the deceased. Interment in the Catholic cemetery in the village of Reedsville. Brillion News, May 10, 1912
KAREL VONDRACEK Reedsville: Charles Vondracek(sic) of this village passed away Thursday morning, the funeral being held Saturday from the Catholic Church. A wife and child survive. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Jan. 31, 1906 ******** Charles Vondrashek(sic) died last week in Town Rockland and was buried Saturday. Der Nord Westen, 01 Feb. 1906 ******** Chas. Vondracek, a young man 26 years of age, passed away at his home in Reedsville last week, the cause of his demise being tuberculosis. He leaves a wife and one child to mourn his untimely death. Manitowoc Pilot, February 1, 1906
KATERINA VONDRACEK Aged Cato Resident Dies Today at Home of Son in Reedsville Mrs. Katherine Vondraschek(sic), 82, widow of John Vondraschek, and a resident of the ocunty since 1865, passed away shortly before noon today at the home of her son, John, in the village of Reedsville, with whome she has made her home for the past ten years. Burial will take place Monday morning at 9:30 from the St. Mary Catholic church there. The deceased whose maiden name was Katherine Kopidlansky was born in Bohemia and came to Cato with her parents in 1865. She was married to John Vondraschek in 1870 and they resided on a farm in Cato until his death in 1912. In later years she came to Reedsville to reside with her son. Two sons, John, Reedsville, and Joseph, Cato, a daughter Mrs. Vessely, Cato, and a brother, Wencel of Cato, survive. Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, November 7, 1930 p.2 ******* The funeral of Mrs. Catherine Vondrachek (sic) held Monday from St. Mary's Catholic church was largely attended. Solemn requiem high mass was read for the deceased by Rev. Lawrence Vesely of Lisle, Rev. Radey of Manitowoc, Rev. Vondrachek of Casco. Rev. Rous of Kellnersville delivered the funeral sermon. Six grandsons acted as pallbearers. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, November 12, 1930 P. 11
VACLAV VONDRACEK Another Life Sacrificed to Deadly Cutter Wenzel Vandershek(sic), Well Known Farmer, Killed in Cutter Another Manitowoc County life has been sacrificed to the deadly feed cutter, Wenzel Vandershek, a well known farmer of Mishicot, suffered fatal injuries in an accident at his farm between Two Rivers and Mishicot yesterday. His death occurred almost instantly. The unfortunate man was operating a power feed cutter and while giving attention to the machine, had his clothing caught in the fly wheel of the engine and his body was whirled about the shaft and terribly bruised and lacerated and his neck was broken. Mr. Vandershek was 37 years of age, married, being survived by his wife and two children. He was one of the progressive young farmers of the county and was owner of a well improved farm between Two Rivers and Mishicot. His tragic death is a sad blow to the family. Besides his wife and two children, Mr. Vandershek is survived by his parents and three brothers who reside in the Dakotas and by one brother, Joseph, who resides in Cato, this county With two neighbors, Mr. Vandershek was cutting feed when caught in the fly wheel of the gasoline engine his body was whirled about the shaft two or three times and then hurled to the ground and when the other men reached him he was dead. A deep cut had been inflected on the neck and the vertebrae was broken. Dr. Karnopp of Mishicot, who was called said the man's neck had been broken. Manitowoc Herald News, Thurs., Feb. 5, 1920 page 1 ******** Maple Grove News Mr. and Mrs. John Jerabek and their daughter, Mrs. Wenzel Vanderscheck(sic) and two children passed through the city this morning with the remains of the late Wenzel Vandersheck(sic), killed in an accident at Mishicot. The remains were taken to Reedsville where the funeral will be held tomorrow from St. Mary's Church. Manitowoc Herald News, Fri., Feb. 6, 1920 page 3 ******** Our Reedsville Letter: The funeral of the late Wencil(sic) Vondrachek of Mishicot who was killed last week when his clothes caught in a shaft of a gasoline engine, whirling him to his death, was held Saturday from St. Mary's church, Rev. Fathers Landowski and Vondrachek officiating. Brillion News, Fri., Feb. 13, 1920 ******** The largest wedding celebration in years took place Wednesday when Miss Mary Jerabek was married to Mr. Chas. Burich and Miss Annie Jerabek became the wife of Mr. Wencel Vondrachek of North Dakota. The ceremony took place at St. Mary's Church, Revs. Father Kolan, Garthaus and Kuhl read solemn high mass. The young couples were attended by Misses Mary Shimon, Anna Rose and Mary Hlavachek, Frances Hyek, Marie Kubale, Emma Novey, Antoinette Burich and Messrs. Charles and Joe Burich, Stephen Foreyt, John Johanick, Joe and Frank Jerabek, Chas. Kabat and Wm. Kubale. A wedding dinner was served at the home of the bride's parents. In the evening a wedding dance was held at Novak's hall. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 5, 1914
ATHANASIUS VONDRACKOVE Reedsville Letter: Wm Kanter, an old settler of Rockland and an infant child of Jos. Vondracheck of the same town were on Monday, interred in the Lutheran and Catholic cemeteries respectively. Brillion News, Fri., May 8, 1903
JACOB VOTAVA BROTHER AND SISTER DIE ON SAME DAY Jacob Wattawa (sic), uncle of Joseph Wattawa of this city, passed away yesterday morning at six o'clock at Oconomowoc. Mr. Wattawa had been ill a long time, and the end did not come unexpectedly. Mr. Wattawa was born in September, 1852, and is survived by seven children besides his widow, being: Mrs. Anton Novak and the Misses Mary, Frances, Carrie and Christina, and Joseph and Charles and by three brothers, Simon of Reedsville, Joseph of Denmark and Matt of Franklin and two sisters, Mrs. J. Cizek and Mrs. G. Junk of Franklin. Mrs. Hager, another sister who has been making her home at Denmark passed away yesterday noon, and it is probable that a double funeral will be held on Saturday, although funeral arrangements had not been completed. Manitowoc Herald News, June 12, 1924 P. 2 ********* The funeral of Jacob Wattawa who died at Oconomowoc yesterday morning, will be held from St. Mary's church at Reedsville on Saturday morning at nine o'clock. Manitowoc Herald News, June 13, 1924 P. 11
MARY VOTAVA Pioneer of County Dies at Reedsville Mrs. Mary Wattawa (sic), widow of Jacob Wattawa and a resident of the county practically all of her life, died at the family home at Reedsville yesterday afternoon at 1:30. The death was not unexpected as she had been ill for some time. The funeral will be held Friday morning with services at the Catholic church at that village at 9:30, the Rev. Decker officiating. Mrs. Wattawa, nee Budilvosky, was born in Bohemia September 10, 1859, and came to Reedsville with her parents at the age of two months. She was married at the village to Jacob Wattawa who preceded her in death a little over a year ago, his demise having occurred June 11, 1923. Burying her are seven children: Mary, Caroline, Christine, Joseph and Charles, all at home at Reedsville. Mrs. A. J. Novak of Matchwood, Mich., and Miss Frances of this city. Manitowoc Herald News, October 2, 1924 P. 1
FRANK WATTAWA FRANK WATTAWA DIES AT HOME IN REEDSVILLE Afer an illness of almost two years Frank Wattawa died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Wattawa at Reedsville. He was born at Reedsville thirty years ago and has _(line underinked)_ with his parents. Besides his father and mother he is survived by four sisters, Mary, Anna, Frances, Christine and two brothers, Joseph and Charles, all of Reedsville. The funeral will be held Saturday morning at 9 o'clock high mass from the Reedsville Catholic church and the burial will be at Reedsville. Manitowoc Herald News, February 1, 1923 P. 4
WENZEL WATTAWA Reedsville: Wenzel Votava, aged 22, died last Monday of spinal disease at the home of his father, Jacob Votova. His funeral was held on Wednesday at the Catholic Church of Reedsville. Brillion News, Fri., June 1, 1906 ******** Frank Kutil was at Reedsville Wednesday to attend the funeral of his cousin, Wencil Wattawa. Manitowoc Pilot, June 7, 1906 ******** Reedsville - Miss Wattawa of Manitowoc attended the funeral of her cousin, Wenzel Wattawa held here Tuesday. The REPORTER, June 16, 1906 ******** Jacob Votava of Rockland has lately received a $1000 check from the Bohemian Roman Catholic Central Union for the death claim of his son, Wenzel. Of this sum, he has magnanimously donated $800 towards the altar of the new Catholic church about to be built. Brillion News, Fri., Sept. 21, 1906
ANTONETTE WILHELM Mrs. Matt Wilhelm, 71, Maple Grove, died Wednesday evening at a Green Bay hospital where she had been a patient for several weeks. She submitted to amputation of one of her legs last week in an effort to save her life. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from the St. Mary's Catholic church, Reedsville. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Wilhelm, nee Antoinette (sic) Baroun, was born in Bohemia in 1866(sic) and came to this county as a child with her parents. In 1882 she was married to Matt Wilhelm and they took up their residence on the homestead farm in Maple Grove. Survivors are the widower; two daughters, Mrs. Louis Reach, Aniwa, Wis., Mr. Lawrence Keehan, Kellnersville; six sons, Albert, Aniwa, John, Kenosha, Frank, Maple Grove, Joseph, Montana, Matt Jr., Mattoon, Wis., Charles, Phlox, Wis.; a brother, Joseph, Taus; two sisters, Mrs. John Orchekowsky, city, Mrs. Henry Deicks, Montana; 27 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 26, 1937 P. 13
MATTHEW WILHELM Matt Wilhelm, 90, who has been making his home with his daughter, Mrs. Louis Resch at Branch for the past 10 years, died Monday in this city. Mr. Wilhelm was one of the early residents of this county. He was born in Bohemia in 1855 (sic) and came to this county when four years old. For many years he lived on his parent's farm in the town of Maple Grove which he later operated. He retired from farming about 10 years ago when he moved to his daughter's home. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Reedsville Cooperative funeral home and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic church in Reedsville, the Rev. William Koutnik officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. today, and again tomorrow at the same time at the funeral home. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 7 o'clock this evening until time of services. Survivors are six sons, Albert, Aniwa, John, Kenosha, Joseph, Montana, Matt and Charles of Mattoon, Wis., Frank of Reedsville; two daughters, Mrs. Resch of Branch and Mrs. Lawrence Kehan of Cato; one brother, Martin of Manitowoc; 40 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 11, 1945 P. 2
