BETTY L. AHRENS

Betty L. Ahrens, age 58, of 427 Christel Drive, Valders, died Tuesday evening, Dec. 30, 2008, at River's Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.
Betty was born July 2, 1950, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Marvin and Caroline (Schmidt) Robison. She was a graduate of Valders High School class of 1968. On June 28, 1975, she married Keith Ahrens in Valders. He preceded her in death on Aug. 3, 1995. Betty was employed by Leverenz Shoe Factory for many years. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Valders.
Survivors include four sisters and two brothers-in-law: Sandy Robison and special friend, Francis Conners, Cumberland, Patti Robison, Valders, Donna and Steve Kuchenbecker, Appleton, and Connie and Steve Fogeltanz, Glenbeulah; five brothers and three sisters-in-law: Ricky and Diane Robison, Manitowoc, Roger and Mary Robison, Reedsville, Tom Robison, Fond du Lac, Terry Robison and special friend Donna Nemitz, Manitowoc, and Mark and Nancy Robison, Whitelaw. Four sisters-in-law: Lorrette Behnke, Oconto, Donna (Clemens) Mayer, New Holstein, Gloria (Gerald) Heinzen, Manitowoc, and Sue (James) Bellin, Wauwatosa; four brothers-in-law: Myron Ahrens, Kiel, James (Sally) Ahrens, St. Nazianz, Steve Ahrens, Valders, and Jeff Ahrens, Valders. Nieces and nephews: Tammy (Ken) Drewieske, Jason (Teresa) Robison, Dylan Fogeltanz, Amanda Fogeltanz, Nathan Robison; several step-nieces and step-nephews and a special aunt, Marcella Schermetzler, Manitowoc. Other aunts, relatives and friends also survive.
She was also preceded in death by one brother: Marvin Robison Jr., a father-in-law and mother-in-law: Lawrence and Anna Ahrens, and one brother-in-law: Lewis Ahrens.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at the Christianson & Deja Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Marcia Solberg. Burial will be at Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Christianson & Deja Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 5, 2009.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 2, 2009


KEITH A. AHRENS

Keith A. Ahrens, age 51, of Valders, passed away Thursday, August 3, 1995, at Theda Clark Medical Center, Neenah, as the result of an industrial accident.
Funeral Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, August 7, 1995, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. William Timm and Rev. Charles Kurtz will officiate with burial to follow at Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Keith was born January 4, 1944, at Green Bay, son of Anna Powell Ahrens and the late Lawrence Ahrens. He was a 1964 graduate of Valders High School. He was formerly employed by Valders Implements and currently employed by Valders Stone and Marble. He married Betty Lou Robison June 28, 1975, at Valders. Keith was an avid hunter and fisherman and greatly enjoyed the outdoors.
Survivors include his wife Betty; his mother, Anna Ahrens, rural Valders; four brothers, Myron, Kiel, James and Sally, St. Nazianz, Steven and Jeff, Valders; four sisters, Loretta Behnke, Oconto, Donna and Clemens Mayer, New Holstein, Gloria and Gerald Heinzen, Manitowoc, Sue and James Bellin, Wauwatosa, one sister-in-law, June Ahrens, Texas; mother-in-law, Caroline Robison, Valders; four sisters-in-law, Sandy Robison, Manitowoc, Patti Robison, Valders, Donna and Steve Kuckenbecker, Appleton, Connie and Steve Fogeltanz, Manitowoc; six brothers-i-law, Marvin Robison Jr., Valders, Rick and Diane Robison, Manitowoc, Roger Robison, Reedsville, Tom and Jody Robison, Fond du Lac, Terry Robison, Valders, Mark Robison, Valders. He was preceded in death by hs father, Lawrence Ahrens, one brother, Louis Ahrens, his father-in-law, Marvin Robison, and one brother-in-law, Arnold Behnke.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church on Monday from 11 a.m. until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, August 4, 1995  P. A2


EDWARD B. ANDERSON

Edward B. Anderson, age 83, of 1605 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, March 7, 1995, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 11, 1995, at the Jens Funeral Home. Rev. Robert Simensen will officiate with burial in Our Savior’s Cemetery, Valders. Military Graveside Services will be conducted by the American Legion Post #88.
He was born May 15, 1911, in Mankato, Minn., son of the late John and Pauline Tatarek Anderson. He attended schools and graduated from Mankato High School in 1929. He served in the Armed Forces during World War II. He was the owner of the Anderson Shoe Store in Manitowoc. He had been in the shoe business from 1928 until 1991. He married Janet Nelson January 2, 1950, in Manitowoc. She preceded him in death in 1994. He was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, the American Legion Post #88, of which he was post commander several times and post commander of the county. He was affiliated with the Badger States Boy Program from 1950 until 1995.
Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Paul and Jane Anderson, Madison, Mark Anderson, Appleton, and a friend of Mark’s, Steven Schuh, also of Appleton; two grandchildren, Michael and David Anderson, Madison; a brother, Carl Anderson, Shakopee, Minn.; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, a son, John Philip Anderson and one sister.
Friends may greet the family Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of services at the funeral home.
A scholarship fund has been started for the Badger Boys State in Mr. Anderson’s name.
The Jens Funeral Home is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 8, 1995  P. A2


JANET H. ANDERSON

Janet Anderson, age 77, of 1605 South 14th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday, February 3, 1994, at the University Hospital, Madison, Wis.
Memorial Services will be held at 10 am. Tuesday, February 8, 1994, at the Jens Funeral Home. Rev. Robert Simensen will officiate with burial to take place in Valders Cemetery.
She was born November 7, 1916, in Valders, Wis., daughter of the late Otto and Sophie Evenson Nelson. She attended schools in Valders and graduated from the high school. She married Edward Anderson January 28, 1950, in Manitowoc, the couple residing here. She was a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church, and a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church, and a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post, was a past president of the 6th District of the American Legion, and held numerous other offices.
Survivors include her husband, Edward, Manitowoc, two sons and a daughter-in-law, Paul and Jane Anderson, Manitowoc, Mark Anderson, Manitowoc; a brother and sister-in-law, Russell and Martha Nelson, San Bernardino, Calif.; three sisters and one brother-in-law, Lola and HartlyTorrison, Sarasota, Fla., Emilette Lane, Carmel, Ind., Harriett Gurgel, Merrionite Park (sic-Marionette), Ill. ; two grandchildren, other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by a son, John, in 1977, and three brothers.
Friends may greet the family from 9 a.m. Tuesday until the time of services at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials maybe made to the charity of your choice.
There will be no Monday evening visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, February 5, 1994 P. A2

OLIVER S. AUBOL

Olaf Aubol
birth: 6 April 1897 Cato, Wis.
death: 21 January 1901 Cato, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Valders, Wis.
residence: 1901 Cato, Wis.
father: Charles Aubol
mother: Caroline
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


WALTER EMOR AUBOL

The infant daughter(sic) of Mr. and Mrs. O.T. Auble was buried at Our Savior
church last Tuesday.
Manitowoc Pilot, June 27, 1901
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(The newspaper may have put daughter instead of son. If they did, it wasn't
the first time. It was quite common that the newspaper got the wrong sex of
a small child who died.)
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1901 Jun 15/AUBOL Walter Emmet/v.6 p.367
"Manitowoc County Pre-1907 Death Index"
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Walter Emmet Aubol
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name	Walter Emmet Aubol
Event Type	Death
Event Date	1901
Event Place	Cato, Wisconsin
Residence Place	Cato, Wis.
Gender	Male
Age	0
Birth Date	23 Feb 1901
Birth Year (Estimated)	1901
Birthplace	Cato Tp.
Burial Place	Valders, Wis.
Father's Name	Otto Aubol
Father's Birthplace	Cato, Wis.
Mother's Name	Inga Maria Aubol
Mother's Birthplace	Liberty, Wis.
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch

EDWIN BEHNKE

Edwin W. Behnke, age 81, a resident of River's Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc, formerly of Valders, died peacefully, surrounded by his family on Monday, November 1, 1999, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, November 4, 1999, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, Rev. William Timm will officiate with burial in Our Saviors Lutheran Cemetery, Valders.
He was born May 23, 1911, in the town of Rockland, son of the late William and Rose (Engel) Behnke. On June 28, 1932, he married Eleanor Evenson at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Valders. Mr. Behnke farmed from 1932-1961, and then worked for Nestles, the Valders Elevator, and retired from Leverenz Shoe Co. in Valders. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, Valders Senior Citizens, and served on the school board and church board, and also served on the Viking Villa Board for many years.
Survivors include his daughters, Janice (Edward) Streckert, Valders, Dianne (David) Schultz, rural Manitowoc; five grandchildren, Sari (Ron) Saubert, Shelly (Jeff) Schulz, Todd Streckert, Darren (Beth) Schultz, and Danielle (Jeff) Walters; three great-granddaughters, Leah, Amanda, and Emily; and two step-great-granddaughters, Debbie and her husband, Jim and Jade; one sister, Lilly Schneider, Manitowoc; many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife in May of 1983; one grandson; five sisters and six brothers.
Friends may call at the church from 4 p.m. Thursday until the time of service at 7 p.m.
The Wieting Funeral Home, Reedsville is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Edwin will be remembered for his enjoyment of visiting with friends and playing cards.
The family extends special thanks to Stephen Minister, Henry Groelle, and the staff at River's Bend and Holy Family Memorial Medical Center for the kindness and care dad received.
Herald Times Reporter  November 2, 1999  pg. A2


ELEANOR BEHNKE

Mrs. Edwin (Elanor) Behnke, 73, of 118 Wilson St., Valders, died Monday, May 9, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Lutheran Cemetery, Valders.
Mrs. Behnke was born Feb. 4, 1910, in the Town of Cato, daughter of the late Edward and Sadie Mickelson Evenson. She was graduated from Valders High School and Manitowoc County Teachers college and taught school at Cooperstown and Clarks Mills. She also taught Sunday School at Faith Lutheran Church. She was married to Edwin W. Behnke June 28, 1932, at Valders. Mrs. Behnke was a member of Faith Lutheran Church Women and Altar Society, served on the church library board and was a member of Valders Senior Citizens.
Survivors include her husband, Edwin W., two daughters and sons-in-law, Janice and Edward Streckert of rural Chilton and Dianne and David Schultz of rural Manitowoc; two sisters, Sylvia Heagle and Mrs. Vernon Lenoch of Racine and six grandchildren, Sari and Todd Streckert, Shelly and Jeff Schulz and Darren and Daniele Schultz. A grandson, a brother and two sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church 4 o’clock to 9 o’clock this Tuesday afternoon.
 Reedsville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, May 10, 1983  P. 3

KJERSTI BELGUM

MRS. N. BELGUM DIES, AGED 89
Native of Norway Dies Friday At Home At Valders
Mrs. Nels Belgum, 89, died Friday afternoon at her home at Valders.
Mrs. Belgum was born in Norway and was married to Nels Belgum. They 
located in this county. Mr. Belgum died 14 years ago. She was a 
member of Our Saviors church and a charter member of the Ladies' Aid 
society of the congregation.
Survivors are three sons, M.H. Belgum, Grand Forks, N.D., Dr. Henrik 
Belgum, Richmond, Calif., B.N. Belgum, Valders; five daughters, Emma, 
Richmond, Calif., Ida, Berkeley, Calif., Mrs. C.S. Jennings, San 
Francisco, Calif., Inga, Valders, Mrs. August Heiman, New Holstein, 
Wis.; two brothers and a sister in Norway and a brother in Canada; 
and four grandchildren.
Funeral services will probably be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the 
home and at 2 o'clock from the Valders church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, January 16, 1937 P.4
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(b. in Norway)


Kjersti Belgum (b. 1848 in Norway) photo taken around 1935 or 1937.



NELS BELGUM


NELS BELGUM VALDERS MAN DEAD, AGED 76
Nels Belgum, well known resident of Valders, is dead at the age of 76 years, and funeral services will be 
held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Mr. Belgum's death occurred late Friday. He had been in failing 
health for two years and four weeks ago suffered an attack of appendicitis which probably hastened the end.
\Mr. Belgum is survived by his widow and eight children, three sons and five daughters. A brother, Embrik 
Belgum, of Mishicott and a sister, Mrs. O. J. Jensen, of Hatton, N.D., also survive.
Manitowoc Herald News  Monday, November 5, 1923  pg. 2
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A researcher donated these pictures and since most of the children moved to
California, I don't have much information on the family.


Back row from left to right:
Ingeborg, Marit (Marie), Mons, girl (?).
Front row from left to right:
Christine, Father Nils, Mother Kjersti, Ingrid, Torbjorn (Barney), Heinrich.


Marit (Marie) Belgum


Heinrich Belgum/b. 1884 (became a doctor in California)
Belgum - In Richmond, Nov. 8, 1948, Dr. Hendrick Nelson Belgum, dearly beloved brother of 
Miss Emily and Miss Ida Belgum, both of Richmond, Mrs. C.S. Jennings of San Francisco, 
Mrs. Christine Heiman of New Holstein, Wisconsin, Miss Inger and Barney Belgum, both of 
Valders, Wisconsin. A native of Wisconsin, he was aged 62 years, 3 months, 11 days.
Friends are invited to attend the funeral services on Friday, Nov. 12, 1948 at 2 pm at the 
Richmond Funeral Home, 332 11th Street. Richmond committal. Berkeley Crematory.  
For further information, please call Richmond 828.
Oakland Tribune, Oakland, Calif.   Nov. 11, 1948


Torbjorn (Barney) Belgum (became a teacher in California)

Info on Christine: (b. 10 Aug. 1887, Valders, Manitowoc co./d. 29 Dec. 1971,
buried Richmond, CA, age 84/married name was Christine Heimann)

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(b. in Norway)


LIELA BERG

Mrs. Liela Berg, 47, of Valders, died early Thursday morning at her 
home following a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Faith Lutheran Church 
(Our Savior), Valders. The Rev. Robert A. Onkka will officiate and 
burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Berg, nee Liela Behnke, was born Feb. 4, 1915, in the Town of 
Rockland, daughter of William and the late Elsie Krueger Behnke. 
She married Odin Berg June 1942, at Reedsville. She worked at the 
Kohler Co., Kohler, for three years and has worked at the Leverenz 
Shoe Co., Valders, the past seven years.
Surviving are her husband, her father, William Behnke; two daughters 
at home (Survivors omitted for privacy.); three brothers, Vilas, of 
Reedsville, Elroy, of Rt. 2, Reedsville, and Elmer, of Brillion; one 
grandson, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call at the Farley Funeral Home, Valders, from 3 p.m. 
Saturday until noon Sunday when the casket will be moved to the 
church where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, August 23, 1962 P.19


ODIN BERG

Odin Berg, 76, of Reedsville, formerly of Valders, died Thursday evening at Park Lawn 
Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. 
Carl Peters will officiate with burial in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Berg was born Nov. 18, 1898, in Dane County, son of the late Simon and Mary Ellestad 
Berg. He married Lila Behnke June 20, 1942, at Reedsville. She preceded him in death in 
August of 1962. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 706 of Manitowoc.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Douglas (Jan) Larson and Mrs. Elroy (Joan) Krueger, 
of Rt. 3, Manitowoc; a sisters, Mrs. Walter Christianson, or rural Reedsville and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at Christianson Deja Funeral Home, Valders, after 5 p.m. Sunday until noon 
Monday and at the church until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  March 28, 1975  pg. 3


AGNES G. BERGE

Mrs. Walter Berge, 63, of Valders, died Saturday evening at Memorial Hospital, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. 
The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, 
Valders.
Mrs. Berge, nee Agnes Berge, was born May 8, 1907, at Valders, daughter of the 
late Knut and Marie Larson Berge. She was married to Walter Berge Nov. 27, 1935, 
at Manitowoc. She was a member of Valders Legion Auxiliary, the A.L.C.W. and 
Lois Circle.
Survivors include her husband; four sons, Thomas of Seabrook, Md., Robert of Manitowoc, 
Alan of Brillion and James of Milwaukee; a daughter, Mrs. Earl (Mary) Renskirs, of 
North Glenn, Colo.; two brothers, Chester and Morton of Manitowoc; two sisters, 
Mrs. Ernest Hacker and Mrs. Joe Elsasser of Manitowoc and nine grandchildren. A 
sister and two brothers preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. Tuesday 
until noon Wednesday and then at church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 29, 1970 pg. 6-


ANNA MARIE BERGE   (d. 1936)

VALDERS GIRL PASSES AWAY 
Rites For Miss Anna Marie Berge Set For Saturday 
Miss Anna Marie Berge, 23, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Berge, died 
Wednesday at 11:45 p.m. at the home of her parents, one mile west of 
Valders, after an illness of one year. 
The body will be removed to the residence Friday at 6 p.m. and funeral 
services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 at the home and at 
two o’clock from Our Savior church, Valders. The Rev. O. K. Espeseth 
will officiate. Burial will take place in the adjoining cemetery. 
Miss Berge was born Jan. 15, 1913 and was graduated from the Valders 
high school several years ago. Survivors are the parents, two brothers, 
Kendall and Mark, at home, and four sisters, Mrs. John McGovern and 
Miss Clara Berge, Evanston, Ill.; Mrs. Walter Gansberg, Lake Forest, 
Ill.; and Mrs. Thomas Dewane, Valders. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, September 17, 1936  P. 2


CAROLINE BERGE

Mrs. Lena Berge, 90, of Rt. 1, Valders, died Friday evening at Maple 
Crest Nursing Home where she had been a resident about a year and a 
half. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders, the Rev. Robert Onkka officiating. Burial will be in Our Savior 
Cemetery, Valders. 
The former Lena Evenson was born Oct. 15, 1875, in Brown County, the 
daughter of the late Christ and Caroline Helgeson Evenson. She was 
married to John Berge June 26, 1896, at Valders and the couple farmed 
in the Town of Liberty for about 40 years. Her husband died in 1944. Mrs. 
Berge was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church women’s organization.
She is survived by two sons, Kendall of Rt. 1, Cato and Mark of Rt. 1 
Valders; four daughters, Mrs. Irene McGovern, Miss Clara Berge, and Mrs. 
Stella Gansberg of Lake Forest, Ill., and Mrs. Ingrid Albertson of 
Milwaukee; three brothers, Clarence and Elmer Evenson of Valders and Even 
Evenson of Sheldon, N.D.; two sisters, Mrs. Emma Saunders of Los Angeles, 
Calif. and Mrs. Sophia Nelson of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren and 14 
great grandchildren. Two daughters preceded her in death. 
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday at the Farley Funeral Home, Valders, 
where the casket will remain until it is taken to the church at 11 a.m. 
Monday 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 4, 1965  P. 3

CLARA BERGE

Clara J. Berge, 88 of Calvary Home, New Berlin, died Saturday, November 1, 1986 at her residence. Funeral services will be 11 am Wednesday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Michael Hamilton will officiate with burial to follow at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
Clara was born September 2, 1898 at Valders, daughter of the late John and Caroline Evenson Berge. She attended Valders Schools and was employed in housekeeping in North Chicago area.
Survivors include two brothers, Kendall Berge of Cato and Mark Berge of Manitowoc and a sister, Ingrid Albertson of Milwaukee.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders from 10 am Wednesday morning until the hour of service. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders assisted the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Mon., Nov. 3, 1986 - page 22 


ESTHER BERGE

Esther L. Berge, 74, of Valders, died Thursday evening, June 17, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Oz Twedt and Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery.
Mrs. Berge was born March 1, 1908, in the Town of Liberty, daughter of the late Richard and Ida Schultz Luebke. She attended school in the Town of Liberty. She was married to Mark J. Berge Dec. 21, 1940, in the Town of Cato. Mrs. Berge was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. She was a Sunday school teacher and superintendent at Our Savior Lutheran Church and after the merger at Faith Lutheran. She was very active in the women’s organization o the former churches and the present Faith Lutheran Church women including being president of the Green Bay conference of ALC women and Northern Wisconsin district president of ALC women. Mrs. Berge took a leadership role in the quilting and soap making projects for Lutheran World Relief. She also served on Faith’s library committee. She was also a 4-H leader for the Liberty Go-Getters. 
Survivors include her husband; a son and daughter in law, Richard and Carol of Lenexa, Kan.; a sister, Mrs. August (Ella) Schwalbe of Rural Manitowoc; two grandchildren, Mark and Carrie. She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, and one sister. 
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. until the time of services Monday at the church.
Herald Times Reporter, June 18, 1982  P. 3

GORDON LENORE BERGE

Valders News:
Gordon Berge passed away at the home of his parents Wednesday evening 
after a lingering illness, aged twenty-one. Besides his parents he is 
survived by six brothers and sisters, Agnes, Edna and Morton at home, 
Chester of Valders, Harry of Burlington and Mrs. Ernst Hacker of Newton. 
Funeral services were held at Our Saviors church this afternoon at 2 
o‘clock. Rev. O. Espeseth conducted the services.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, February 16, 1924  P. 6


HARRY S. BERGE

RURAL NEWS—Valders…Harry Berge, one of our World War veterans, 
passed away at the home of his parents, after a lingering illness 
of several years duration. Mr. Berge had been a patient at Wales 
sanitorium but several weeks ago was removed to his home there. 
Mr. Berge was 30 years of age and is survived by his wife and 
daughter, his parents, three sisters, Mrs. Ernest Hacker, Agnes 
and Edna and two brothers, Chester and Mortan. 
Funeral services will be held from the home at 2 o’clock and from 
Our Savior’s church Friday afternoon, Rev. O.K. Espeseth officiating…
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, April 30, 1925  P. 6


HELEN ESTHER BERGE

Berge
Wisconsin Births and Christenings
Name	Berge
Gender	Female
Birth Date	02 Sep 1906
Birthplace	Liberty, Wis.
Race	White
Father's Name	Jno. Berge
Father's Birthplace	Liberty, Wis.
Mother's Name	Lena Evenson
Mother's Birthplace	Cato, Wis.
"Wisconsin Births and Christenings, 1826-1926" 


JOHN BERGE

John Berge, 72, died at his home in the town of Liberty this morning. 
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 o’clock Monday from the home and 
at 2 o’clock from Our Savior’s Lutheran church at Valders, the Rev. 
Martin Trygstad officiating.
Mr. Berge, who farmed all his life, was born in the town of Liberty 
May 30, 1871, and was married to Miss Caroline Evenson of the town of 
Liberty in 1896. Survivors include six children, Mrs. Irene McGovern 
of Lake Forest, Ill, Mrs. Stella Gansberg and Mrs. Ingrid Dewane of 
Highland Park, Ill., Miss Clara Berge at home, Mark Berge at home, and 
Kendall, of Quarry. 
The body will be taken to the home from the Berge funeral parlors at 
Valders at noon Sunday, where it will lie in state until time of 
services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, January 21, 1944  P. 2
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John J. Berge, son of *Johannes Knudsen Berge and Marit
Jogersdatter, b 30 May 1871 bp Manitowoc County, d 1944. 
Farmer in Liberty. m 2 June 1896 in Christoffer Evensen's house to
Caroline, daughter of *Christopher Evensen and Ingrid Helgesdatter, 
b 15 Oct 1875 Brown County, d 1965.
Children: Mable Irene b 14 Feb 1897, m McGovern; 
Klara Johanna b 2 Sept 1898, d 1986 New Berlin; 
Stella Duetta b 24 Feb 1901, d 6 Feb 1982 Lake Forest, Illinois, m Gansberg;
Joel Kendall b 21 Sept 1903, d 1987 Manitowoc, m 12 Nov 1937 to Margaret Meyer; 
Helen Esther b 2 Sept 1906;
Mark Justen b 4 Nov 1908, d 4 Nov 1986 Manitowoc, m 21 Dec 1941 Liberty to Esther Luebke; 
Ingrid, m Albertson. 
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 99


KNUT O. BERGE

KNUT BERGE IS DEAD, WAS 70
Pioneer Farmer At Valders To Be Buried Wednesday
Knut Berge, age 70, a resident of the county all of his life, died Sunday 
morning at his home in Valders. He had been a resident of the city for the 
last seven years after retiring from his farm near the city. He had been 
ill for several years.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 from the home and at 2 p.m. 
from the Valders Our Savior's church, the Rev. Espeseth of Manitowoc 
officiating. The body was taken to the home from the Otto Berge funeral 
parlors today.
Mr. Berge was born in the town of Liberty on the farm which he owned. His 
wife died three years ago. He is survived by two sons Chester on the farm 
and Morten at home and by three daughters, Agnes and Edna at home and Mrs. 
Ernest Hacker of Rte. 1, Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, May 15, 1933 P. 2
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Knud O. Berge, son of *Ole Knudsen Berge and Kari Helgesdatter, 
b 16 July 1862 Liberty, d 14 May 1933.
Farmer in Cato. m 11 Feb 1891 Gjerpen to Marie Cic:i1ie, daughter
of *Kittel Larsen and Kari Johnsdatter, b 9 June 1869 Cato, d 28 June 1931. 
Children: Olga Clarette b 31 May 1891, d 5 Aug 1988 Manitowoc, 
m 11 June 1913 Valders to Ernst Hacker, d 1974; 
Clarence Chester b 12 Oct 1892, m Lydia Rusch; 
Harry Seymore b 3 April 1895, d 28 April 1925; 
Gordon Lenore b 13 Dec 1900, d 13 Feb 1924; 
Agnes b c1907, m Walter Berge; 
Morton b c1908, m Amanda Peterson; 
Edna b c1909, m Joseph Elsasser. 
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 119


MARIE BERGE

MRS. K.O. BERGE, 62 PASSES AWAY SUNDAY AT VALDERS HOME 
Mrs. K.O. Berge, 62, passed away on Sunday afternoon at the family home in 
Valders.  Her maiden name was Marie Larson and she was born in Jerpen in 1869.  
She has been seriously ill for the past ten days.  Mrs. and Mrs. Berge moved into 
the village several years ago from their farm home.  A husband, three daughters, 
Mrs. Ernst J. Hacker, city, Agnes and Edna, at home, two sons, Chester and 
Morton, six grandchildren, five sisters and one brother survive.
Burial will take place Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock from the Lutheran 
church in Valders.
Manitowoc Herald News  Tuesday, June 30, 1931  pg. 2

MARK J. BERGE

Mark J. Berge, 78, of Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc, formerly of Valders, died Tuesday afternoon, November 4, 1986 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Michael Hamilton will officiate and burial will be in Our Saviors Cemetery.
Mr. Berge was born November 4, 1908 at Valders, son of the late John and Caroline Evenson Berge. He attended Valders Schools and the University of Wisconsin. He married Esther Luebke on December 21, 1941, in the Town of Liberty. Mr. Berge was a self-employed farmer. He was a former 4-H Leader for many years and also served on Faith Lutheran Cemetery Board.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Carol Berge of Tampa, Florida; a brother, Kendall Berge of Cato; a sister, Ingrid Albertson of Milwaukee and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife and four sisters.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 6 pm to 8 pm Thursday and Friday from 10 am to the time of services at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Wed., Nov. 5, 1986 - page 23

OLE C. BERGE (d. 1917)

OLE C. BERGE DIES AT HOME NEAR VALDERS
Ole C. Berge, a well known farmer of the town of Liberty, died 
at his home near Valders Saturday at the age of 53 years. The 
funeral will take place from Our Saviors church at Valders 
tomorrow at 2 o'clock.
Mr. Berge was a native of Manitowoc county, born in Liberty and 
had spent all of his life here. He was a son of Ole K. and Karie 
Berge and is survived by a widow and five children, an aged 
father and one brother.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, December 31, 1917 P.1
(Note: I put him here because he was buried from this church and
his parents are both here.)


OLE K. BERGE  (d. 1919)

Notes from Madsen
Mr. and Mrs. John Larson and Mr. and Mrs. Hiram Larson attended the 
funeral of O.K. Berge of Valders on Wednesday of this week.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Apr. 10, 1919
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Ole Knudsen Berge, son of Knud Thordsen and Ingrid Johannesdatter, 
brother *Johannes, b 14 June 1840 Berge in Vestre Slidre, d 5 April 1919. 
Immigrated 1862. Farmer in Liberty 1870 1875, in Cato 1880-. 
m 14 Sept 1862 Valders to Kari, daughter of Helge Knudsen and Sigrid Olsdatter, 
brothers *Ole, *Tosten, sisters m *Christopher Evensen and 
*Peter Trondsen, b 29 Sept 1837 Nesja in Vestre Slidre, d 1910. Immigrated 1862. 
Children: *Knud b 16 July 1862; Ole b 16 Oct 1864, 
m1 18 Sept 1888 Valders to Mathilde daughter of *Boyer Amunds, 
m2 Carrie; Caroline b 12 Feb 1867, d 24 April 1867; 
Georg d 23 May 1867 or 1868. 
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 179


WALTER BERGE

Walter F. Berge, 77, of 311 N. Liberty St., Valders died Wednesday 
at home.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in 
Our Saviour Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Berge was born Feb. 20, 1897, in the Town of Liberty, son of the 
late Anton and Oline Gigstad Berge. He attended schools at Liberty. 
He married Helen Potts, who preceded him in death in 1931. He married 
Agnes Berge in 1937 at Valders. He was a retired bookkeeper of the 
William Christel Co. at Valders. He was a 50-year member of the Valders 
American Legion Post and a former Valders village clerk.
Survivors include four sons, Thomas, of Seabrook, Md., Robert, of 
Manitowoc, Allan, of Brillion and James, of Arlington Heights, Ill.; 
a daughter, Mrs. Earl (Mary Ellen) Renskers, of Denver, Colo.;  
five brothers, Oscar, of Milwaukee, Albert, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, Orrin,
of Cleveland, Harold, of Sheboygan, and Oley, of Rt. 1, Valders; six 
sisters, Mrs. Elmer (Belinda) Bremer, of Milwaukee, Mrs. John (Ann) 
Reinertson, of California, Mrs. Ruth Bleck, of Valders, Mrs. Kenneth 
(Lillian) Johnston, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Marvin (Lenore) Berge, of Geneva, 
Ill., and Mrs. Harold (Alice) Gram, of Chicago and nine grandchildren.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. 
Sunday, where an American Legion service will be held at 7:30 p.m. The 
casket will remain closed.
Herald Times Reporter, Friday, July 5, 1974 P.16

ALYCE C. BEVAN

Alyce L. Bevan, age 81, of Kankakee, Ill., passed away Sunday, November 5, 1995, at Miller Health Care, Kankakee, following a short illness.
Funeral Services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Hertz-Thoma Chapel. Rev. David Babb will officiate.
Funeral Services will be held at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, at 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 8, 1995. Rev. William Timm and Rev. Charles Kurtz will officiate. Burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
She was born July 27, 1914, at Valders, daughter of the late Oscar and Clara Gilbertson Ulness. She was married September 27, 1963, in Chebanse, Ill., to George Lane. He died October 19, 1977. She was then married September 20, 1982, at Asbury United Methodist Church, Kankakee, to Dr. Fred Bevan. He died May 30, 1994. Mrs. Bevan had served as a Wac in the United States Army and had been a recruit. She was a housewife, member of Asbury United Methodist Church, Kankakee Country Club, where she was an avid golfer, and a member of the Kankakee Historical Society. She spent the winters at Cape Coral, Fla., and enjoyed traveling.
Survivors include one brother, Oscar (Dolores) Ulness, Valders; three sisters-in-law, Dorothy Ulness, Valders, Verna (Robert M.) LaBeau, Kankakee, Mary Shelley, Rockville, Md.; one brother-in-law, Frank Bevan, Limestone Township, Ill.
Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday, November 7, at Hertz-Thoma Chapel, Kankakee.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, on Wednesday, November 8, 1995, from 12 noon-2 p.m.
Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is in charge of the local arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 6, 1995  P. A2

ELLEN G. BIEBERITZ

Ellen G. Bieberitz, age 93, of 338 N. Jackson Street, Valders, died Monday 
afternoon, February 20, 2012, at the Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation 
Center, Manitowoc.
She was born on October 27, 1917 in Reedsville, daughter of the late Christian 
and Etta (Torrison) Hougen. Ellen graduated from Valders High School and 
then attended Manitowoc County Teachers College. On May 3, 1941 she 
married Theodore H. Bieberitz in Iowa. He preceded her in death on April 16, 
1993. Ellen was a teacher in a one room school house in the Valders area for 
many years. Besides being a loving and devoted mother, Ellen worked many 
part time jobs. When her children were in school, she went back to teaching at 
the Valders Elementary School while attending Silver Lake College. She was a 
member of Faith Lutheran Church and held the position of the first woman 
president for the Ladies Aide. 
Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law: Jay and Inga Bieberitz, 
Arkansas, Jerold and Ann Bieberitz, rural Valders, Thomas and Gay Bieberitz, 
Marinette; one daughter and two sons-in-law: Beverly and Victor Schnell, St. 
Nazianz, Greg Daul, California; nine grandchildren: Ty and Sheree Daul, Trevor 
and Kathaleen Daul, Kymberly and Gerald Valleskey, Coty Schnell, Christian 
Schnell, Jerrod and Katie Bieberitz, Derrick Bieberitz, Denin Bieberitz and 
Maria Bieberitz; and six great-grandchildren: Kahli, Annalise and Indya Daul, 
Makenna, Alexa and Trentin Bieberitz. Also surviving are nieces and nephews: 
Russelyn Peterson, David and Dennis Hougen and a special thank you to Patti 
Voigt Maly. She is further survived by other relatives and friends. Ellen was also 
preceded in death by a daughter: Bette Daul; two brothers: Russel and Alton 
Hougen and a sister: Verna Mae Voigt.
Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, February 24, 2012, at Faith 
Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the Service will be the Rev. Jim Rasmus. 
Burial will take place at Our Savior Cemetery, Valders, at a later date.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, 
from 2 p.m., Friday, February 24, 2012, until 5:45 p.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting 
www.pfefferfuneralhome.com
Because she was such a devoted teacher, we would appreciate school supplies 
(tablets, crayons, pencils, etc.) in lieu of flowers. They will be donated to the 
Valders Elementary School for those in need.
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements. 
The family would like to express a special thank you to Dr. DeBruyn and the 
staff of the Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center. Thank you also to 
family and friends for their many cards, visits and friendships. Know that she 
thought a lot of and greatly appreciated each and every one of you.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  Feb. 22, 2012

TED BIEBERITZ

Theodore H. Bieberitz, age 80, of Valders, passed away Friday morning, April 16, 1993, at his residence.
Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters officiating with burial to follow at Our Saviors Cemetery.
He was born July 3, 1912, at Kewaunee, son of the late Edwin and Mary Blazel Bieberitz. He attended Kewaunee and Green Bay Public Schools. He was formerly employed by Dick Brothers Bakery for 37 years retiring in 1970. He married Ellen Hougen May 3, 1941. He was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church, the head usher for 35 years, and served on various other church committees.
Survivors include his wife, Ellen; three sons and daughters-in-law, Jay and Inga, Plainfield, Ill., Jerold and Ann, rural Valders, Thomas and Gay, New London, two daughters and sons-in-law, Bette and Greg Daul, Carlsbad, Calif., Beverly and Victor Schnell, St. Nazianz; a step-brother, Robert Stazek, Eagle River; seven grandchildren; a special aunt, Clara Schulkoski. He was preceded in death by a sister, Virginia.
The family would like to exchange a special thanks to Ann Neebs and Joann Horack.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church from 6-8 p.m. Sunday and Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. The Christianson-Deja Funeral Home is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, April 17, 1901
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(Theodore/3 Jul 1912/16 Apr 1993/SSDI) 

CLAUDE PRESCOTT HEMAN/BOYNTON

Clarence Boynton. m c1898 to Gurine (Julia), daughter of *Gudmund
Tostensen and Hegge Nilsdatter, b July 1870. m2 *Joseph Halverson.
Child: Claude Prescott Herman b 29 Dec 1899 bp Gjerpen, d 28 Aug 1917. 
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 31

MICHAEL REINHOLD BRUGGE

Michael H. Brugge, 24, of St. Nazianz, died Friday evening, April 1, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Oz Twedt and Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Brugge was born Nov. 6, 1956, at Janesville, Wis., son of Wesley and Elisabeth Stenzel Brugge. He was a 1975 graduate of Valders High Schools and was employed at Harvey Concrete. Mr. Brugge was a member of Rockea hunting club.
Survivors include his parents, a brother, William of Ft. Louis, Wash.; aunts and uncles and other relatives.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 7 o’clock to 9 o’clock this Sunday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, April 5, 1981 P. 3


ELISABETH A. BRUGGE

Elisabeth A. Brugge, age 94, a St. Nazianz resident, died Thursday, August 27, 2015 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
She was born on September 10, 1920 in Germany, daughter of the late Reinhold and Agnes (Wutkke) Stenzel. On September 11, 1948 she married Wesley Brugge in Germany and moved to the United States. He preceded her in death on February 13, 1983. Elisabeth was a member of the St. Nazianz Lioness Club, Senior Citizens Center, and the Red Hatters. She also enjoyed music, dancing and reading.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law: William and Jane Brugge, Olympia, WA; one grandson: Larry Alan (Allison) Nelson; five great-grandchildren: Dane, Trent (Dulce) Sarae, Everett and Abigail; three sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law: Darlene Mittenzwei, Jeanette Brugge, Pat and Wayne Robertson; special friends: Elma and Cisco Castro, Marian Christel, Trisha Hammer and Mary Pineda. Other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by her parents; husband: Wesley Brugge; one son; Michael Brugge, one brother: Hubert Stenzel; one nephew: Uve Stenzel, one sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Marion and Roy Osmundson; one special friend: Rudy Pineda.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, September 4, 2015 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the memorial service will be the Rev. Nicole Welke and Erica Cunningham. Cremation has occurred at All-Care Cremation Center, Manitowoc and Elisabeth will be laid to rest at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
The Family will greet relatives and friends at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders where a luncheon will be served following committal prayers.
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staffs at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center and Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center for the kind loving care given to Elisabeth.
Manitowoc Herald Times Sept. 2, 2015


WESLEY E. BRUGGE

Wesley E. Brugge, 62, of St. Nazianz, died Sunday morning, Feb. 13, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Revs. Carl Peters and Oz Twedt will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Brugge was born May 11, 1920, at Shelby, Iowa, son of Harry and Myrtle Reese Brugge. He attended schools in Iowa and Hannibal, Wis., and married Elisabeth Stenzel Sept. 11, 1948, in Germany. He had been employed with John Miller Implement Company, St. Nazianz. 
Survivors include his wife, a son, William, with the United States Army in Germany, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Brugge of Janesville; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Donald and Jeannette of Mukwonago, Wis., and Leland and Maxine of Council Bluffs, Iowa; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Marian and Ray Osmundson of Janesville, Darlene Mittenzwei of Stetsonville, Wis., and Patricia and Wayne Robertson of Hannibal, Mo., nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. A son, Michael, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 730 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 14, 1983  P. 3


ROBERT J. BURZYNSKI

Robert J. Burzynski, 16, of 129 Roosevelt Street, Valders, died Thursday morning, February 15, 1990, at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital, Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be 4 p.m. Sunday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders.  Rev. Linda Locklin and Rev. Carl Peters will officiate with burial at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
Bob was born October 16, 1973, in Milwaukee, son of Laurance and Lynn Broich Burzynski.  He was presently a Sophomore at Valders High School where he was very active in Cross Country, VICA and also with the Manitowoc Youth and Adult League Hockey.  Bob was also a referee for the Youth Hockey Program.  He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders.
Survivors include his parents, Laurance and Lynn Burzynski of Valders; two sisters, Lauran Burxynski of Milwaukee and Michelle Burzynski at home; maternal grandmother, Marian Broich of Milwaukee; paternal grandmother, Angela Burzynski of Peublo, Colorado; two special friends, Mark Martens and John Thranow III; aunts, uncles and other relatives and friends.  He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Earl Broich and his paternal grandfather, Robert Burzynski.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, 1 p.m. until the time of service at 4 p.m. on Sunday.  Memorial fund is being established in his name.  Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter


ESTHER I. CISLER

Esther I Cisler, age 95, formerly of Valders, passed away Monday morning, July 11, 1994 at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m., Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, Rev. Carl Peters officiating, with burial to follow at Our Saviors Cemetery.
She was born August 24, 1898, at Mishicot, daughter of the late August and Mary Trossen Fehrman. She attended area schools. She married John Cisler on October 22, 1919 at Maniotwoc. She was a member of the Ladies Progressive Club, The Manitowoc Historical Society, Faith Lutheran Church Women, Valders Senior Citizens, and Valders Homemakers.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Glenn and Delores Cisler, rural Valders; two daughters and one son-in-law, Violet and Lee Delaney, Elm Grove, Wis., Marlene Turner, Milwaukee, Wis.; nine grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1977.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials to Faith Lutheran Church are appreciated.
Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, July 13, 1994
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(b. 24 Aug 1898/11 Jul 1994/SSDI) 


JOHN E. CISLER

John E. (Jack) Cisler, 82, of Valders, died Tuesday evening in Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday in Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders. 
Mr. Cisler was born Sept. 12, 1895, in the Town of Kossuth, son of the late Adolph and Mary Cenefelt Cisler. In 1914, Mr. Cisler started Whitelaw Meat Market and came to Valders in 1919 to operate Valders Meat Market for 40 years, retiring in 1959. He married Esther Fehrmann Oct. 22, 1919, in Manitowoc. Mr. and Mrs. Cisler celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary in 1969.
Survivors include his wife; a son, Glenn of Rt. 1, Valders; two daughters, Mrs. Lee (Violet) Delaney of Elm Grove, Wis., and Mrs. Marlene Turner of Brookfield; a brother, Charles of Branch; two sisters, Mrs. Louis (Mae) Larson of Rockwood and Mrs. Hiram (Clara) Larson of Manitowoc, nine grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Two brothers and two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday. Memorials may be made to Faith Lutheran Church. 
Herald Times Reporter, September 21, 1977 


BETTY DAUL

Bette Bieberitz Daul, age 60, of Carlsbad, Calif., died on May 7. 2005, at a hospital in San Diego. 
A memorial service will be held at Faith Lutheran Church in Valders on Saturday. June 11 at 11 a.m. 
Bette was born on Jan. 26, 1945, in Manitowoc, daughter of Ellen and the late Ted Bieberitz. She attended school in Valders and graduated from Valders High School in 1963. Bette graduated from the College of Cosmetology in Green Bay and worked at a beauty shop in Madison for several years. On Sept. 17, 1966, she married Greg Daul at Faith Lutheran Church in Valders. She loved her family and grandchildren. 
Survivors include her husband: Greg of Carlsbad, Calif.; two sons and their wives: Ty and Sherree and their daughters: Kahli and Annalise of Portland, Ore.; and Trevor and Kathaleen of Carlsbad; her mother: Ellen Bieberitz of Valders; one sister and brother-in-law: Bev and Victor Schnell of St. Nazianz. She is also survived by three brothers and sisters-in-law: Jay and Inga Bieberitz of Cherokee Village, Ark.; Jerry and Anne Bieberitz of Valders; and Tom and Gay Bieberitz of Marinette; brothers-in-law and their wives: Dallas and Karen Daul and Jim and Yvonna Daul, all of Portland Ore.; two sisters-in-aw and their husbands: Bonnie and John Gryboski of Racine; and Georgia and Stephen Papoi of Indiana; and her mother-in-law: Elaine Daul of Manitowoc. She also leaves many nieces and nephews. Bette will be greatly missed by her family and many kind and caring friends and especially her dear husband, Greg Daul. 
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter   Friday, May 27, 2005 pg. A3

ELMER J. DEBROUX

Elmer J. DeBroux, 75 of Valders, died unexpectedly Friday at home. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in Our 
Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. DeBroux was born June 28, 1897, at Green Bay, son of the late Frank 
and Emilie Laurent DeBroux. He was a World War I veteran. He married Janet 
Kiefer Aug. 4, 1922, at Winona, Minn. He was employed at Cargill Grain Co., 
Minneapolis, Minn., where he managed the elevators until 1925 when he came 
to Valders and operated Valders Elevators until his retirement in 1962.
He was a member of Valders American Legion Post 28, a charter member of 
Valders Lions and Treasurer of the Village of Valders.
Survivors include his wife; a son, a daughter, a half-sister, Mrs. William 
Egger, of Green Bay and four grandchildren.
Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. Sunday 
until noon Monday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 4, 1972
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(b. 28 June 1897/d. Feb. 1972/SSDI)

JANET R. DEBROUX

Janet R. DeBroux, 87, of Laguna Hills, Calif., died Tuesday, May 24, at Laguna Hills.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. 
Mrs. DeBroux was born May 20, 1896, at Bear Creek, Wis., daughter of the late John and Augusta Kiefer. Her late husband, Elmer DeBroux, was former manager of Valders Elevator Co-op. He preceded her in death in 1972.
Survivors include a son, John Keith of Hastings, Mich.; a daughter and son-in-law, Kay and Robert Gertz of Laguna Hills; a sister and brother-in-law, Lorette and Francis Dempsey of Appleton; five grandchildren and nieces.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church from 10 a.m. Saturday until the time of service. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is in charge of local arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 26, 1983  P. 3


ELFRIEDA DRAHEIM

Elfrieda M. Draheim, 89, formerly of Valders, died Tuesday afternoon, November 10, 1987 at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Carl peters and Rev. Michael Hamilton will officiate with burial at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
Mrs. Draheim was born November 1, 1898 in the Town of Schleswig, daughter of the late August and Marie Wilke Gierke. She attended Five Corners School and married Richard Draheim on June 3, 1916 at Bethel Reformed Church, rural Kiel.
Survivors include five sons and daughters-in-law, Elroy and olive Draheim of Mishicot, Elmer and Anita Draheim of rural Chilton, Wilbur and Margie Draheim of Spring Hill, Florida, Allan and Leona Draheim of rural Manitowoc and Harvey and Irma Draheim of rural Reedsville; two sisters, Mrs. Helmuth (Dora) Drake of rural Elkhart Lake and Mrs. Larry (Hildegarde) Schweitzer of West Miami, Florida; 16 grandchildren and 36 great grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1965 and four brothers. Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, from 6 pm to 8 pm Thursday and Friday from 10 am until the hour of service at the church.
Manitowoc Herald times - Wed., Nov. 11, 1987 
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(b. 1 Nov. 1898/d. Nov. 1987/from SSDI) 

RICHARD DRAHEIM

CRASH KILLS AREA MAN
MANITOWOC – The road death Thursday afternoon of a rural Reedsville man 
pushed Wisconsin's highway fatality count to 1,018 in the closing hours of 1965.
Richard Draheim, 72, of Rt. 2, Reedsville, was injured fatally when the pickup truck 
he was driving collided with a car just east of Cato on Manitowoc County Trunk JJ, 
about two miles west of Wisconsin Highway 148.
According to a Manitowoc County Traffic Police account, Draheim was traveling 
west shortly before 3 o'clock and apparently attempted to turn left onto a private 
driveway leading to a barn directly across the road from his house.  The driver of the 
automobile, Donald Frish of Rt. 4, Chilton, was traveling in the opposite direction 
and apparently could not stop his car in time to avoid the mishap.
Fractures Jaw
Frish, 24, suffered a fractured jaw and dislocated hip and was treated at Holy 
Family Hospital.  Two passengers in the truck, both of them Draheim's grand-daughters, 
were injured, one of them seriously.   They are Karen M. Draheim, 16, who was 
treated at the scene for face lacerations and Susan F. Draheim, 12, who suffered a 
cerebral concussion and cuts to the forehead.  Susan late Friday morning was 
pronounced in serious condition at Memorial Hospital, where she was conveyed after 
the mishap by ambulance.
Both girls are daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Draheim, Rt. 2, Reedsville.  The girls 
and their grandfather were returning from a feed mill in the Town of Collins.  The trio 
was going to place a load of feed that Draheim had bought in the barn.
Dr. Theodore A. Teitgen, Manitowoc County coroner, said the senior Draheim died 
of crushed chest injuries.  He said an inquest will be scheduled but no autopsy will be 
performed.
Highway Wet
Police said the two-lane highway on which the accident occurred was wet and that the 
atmosphere was hazy.  Following the collision, Frish's car overturned and rolled into the 
ditch pinning the driver.  The truck remained upright in the roadway.  Both vehicles were 
wrecked.
Draheim was the 15th person to die in Manitowoc County this year as the result of a 
road accident.  In 1964, Manitowoc County recorded a total of 24 highway deaths, the 
last one occurring Dec. 28.
Draheim was born July 31, 1893, in the Town of Eaton, son of the late William and Hulda 
Zahn Draheim.  He married Elfrieda Gierke June 3, 1916, and the couple farmed in the 
Town of Eaton until 21 years ago and then located in the Town of Cato.  He had served 
on a township school board and had been a member of a church board.
He is survived by his wife;
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MAN KILLED
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five sons, Elroy of Two Rivers, Elmer of Rt. 4, Chilton, Wilber of Lansdale, Pa., Allan 
of Manitowoc and Harvey of Rt. 2, Reedsville; a brother, Carl of Sheboygan; a sister, 
Mrs. Selma Meyer of Sheboygan; and 15 grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders.  The Rev. 
Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, St. Nazianz, after 3 p.m. Saturday until 
noon Sunday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Friday, December 31, 1965  pg. 1 & pg. 2-M


GLADYS M. ERICKSON  (d. 1906)

Gladys M Erickson
Wisconsin Birth Index
Name	Gladys M Erickson
Event Type	Birth
Event Date	02 May 1906
Event Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Affiliate Film Number	0123
Record Number	000964
"Wisconsin Birth Index, 1820-1907," database, FamilySearch
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Gladys Meta Erickson
Wisconsin Births and Christenings
Name	Gladys Meta Erickson
Gender	Female
Birth Date	02 May 1906
Birthplace	Cato, Wis.
Race	White
Father's Name	Ole B. Erickson
Father's Birthplace	Rockland, Wis.
Mother's Name	Julia Evenson
Mother's Birthplace	Cato, Wis.
"Wisconsin Births and Christenings, 1826-1926," database, FamilySearch
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Gladys Meta Erickson
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name	Gladys Meta Erickson
Event Type	Death
Event Date	1906
Event Place	Valders, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place	Valders, Wis.
Gender	Female
Age	0
Marital Status	Single
Race	W
Birth Date	02 May 1906
Birth Year (Estimated)	1906
Birthplace	Wis.
Father's Name	O. B. Erickson
Father's Birthplace	Wis.
Mother's Name	Julia Evenson
Mother's Birthplace	Wis.
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch
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Gladys Meta Erickson
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials
Name	Gladys Meta Erickson
Gender	Female
Death Date	26 Jun 1906
Death Place	Valders, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Age	0
Birth Date	02 May 1906
Birthplace	Wis.
Race	White
Father's Name	O.B. Erickson
Father's Birthplace	Wis.
Mother's Name	Julia Evenson
Mother's Birthplace	Wis.
"Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch
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Gladys Erickson
Wisconsin Death Index
Name	Gladys Erickson
Event Type	Death
Event Date	26 Jun 1906
Event Place	Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Page	0511
"Wisconsin Death Index, 1820-1907," database, FamilySearch


JEANETTE OLIVIA ERICKSON

Little Jenette Erickson daughter of Mr. and Mr. Theo Erickson was 
called by death last Friday evening after afew days of illness.  The 
funeral was held Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. from Our Savior's 
church at Valders, the Rev. Espeseth officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News  Tuesday, January 16, 1923  pg. 5


MATHILDA I. ERICKSON

Mrs. Theodore Erickson, 66, nee Mathilda Evenson, lifelong county 
resident, died suddenly today at the farm home in Cato. Death was 
due to a stroke. 
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the Erickson 
home and at 2 o’clock from Our Saviors church at Valders. Burial will 
be in the church cemetery. 
Mrs. Erickson was born in 1875 in Cato and in 1896 was married to 
Theodore Erickson. They located on a farm near Quarry. 
Survivors are the widower; four sons, Lorenz and Lavern of Chicago, 
Ernest of this city, Russell of Cato; two daughters, Mrs. Clarence 
Krueger of route 1, Valders, Eva, at home; three brothers, Ole, 
Olaf and Edward, all of Valders; four sisters, Sophie and Mrs. Peter 
Bodwin of Milwaukee, Mrs. Rudolph Rudie and Mrs. John Helgreide of 
Minneapolis; and six grandchildren. 
The body will be moved from the Erickson home to the Berge funeral home, 
Valders, Thursday evening. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 11, 1942  P. 2


OLE B. ERICKSON

The Angel of Death called Sunday at the home of Ole B. Erickson and called to 
rest the family head. He took from us an ambitious and upright young man. 
Mr. Erickson was in the prime of life being about 28 years old.
"There is a Reaper whose name is Death
And with his sickle keen
He reaps the bearded grain at a breath
And the flowers that grow between."
He is survived by a young wife, parents and brothers and sisters and a host of 
friends. The funeral was held Wednesday.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 4, 1909

RUSSEL MORTON ERICKSON

Russell Morton Erickson, age 78, of the Manitowoc Health Care Center, passed away Monday evening, September 14, 1992, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, September 16, 1992, at Faith Lutheran Church in Valders. Rev. Carl Peters and Rev. Mark Gould officiating with burial to follow at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
He was born April 18, 1914 in the Town of Rockland, son of the late Theodore and Mathilda Evenson Erickson. He attended Rockland Schools.
Survivors include one brother, Leverne Erickson, Florida; one sister and brother-in-law, Eva and Kurt Kalkvrenner, Fall River, Wis.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church on Thursday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of service. The Christianson-Deja Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Herald Times Reporter, September 15, 1992  P. A2
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(b. 18 Apr 1914/d. Sep 1992/SSDI)

THEODORE G. ERICKSON

Theodore Erickson, 83, 2103 Hankin St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering 
illness. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Our Savior Lutheran 
Church, Valders, the Rev. Jerry E. Moe officiating. Burial will 
be in the church cemetery. 
He was born Jan. 22, 1875, in the Town of Rockland. He operated a 
farm at Valders for many years, moving to Manitowoc 12 years ago. 
His wife, the former Mathilda Evanson, preceded him in death in 
March 1942. 
He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and the Church 
Brotherhood. 
Survivors include four sons, Lawrence and Leverone of Chicago, 
Ernest and Russell of Manitowoc; two daughters, Mrs. Kurt Kalkbrunner 
of Barrington, Ill., and Mrs. Clarence Krueger of Manitowoc; several 
nieces and nephews; 10 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. 
Friends may call at Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. Thursday 
until 10:30 a.m. Friday when the body will be moved to the church to 
lie in state until the hour of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 16, 1958  P. 14

CLARA ALVINA MICKELSON EVANSON

The funeral of Mrs. Otis Evenson, who died at Valders was held yesterday from the home and city friends attended. Mrs. Evenson was 28 years old at the time of her death which was caused from the ravages of the white plague. Besides a husband, seven sisters and three brothers are left to mourn her loss.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Tues., May 10, 1910 page 3
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Notes From Valders:
The Angel of Death called at the home of Otis Evenson (sic) last Thursday and took from him his beloved wife. Mrs. Evenson was born and reared in Two Creeks and lived there until a year last November at which time she married Otis Evenson and since then she has made her home in Valders. During her short stay in Valders she has made many friends through her loving disposition and winning ways.
Mrs. Evenson was the last link in the family chain of eleven, but the first link to be broken by death. The funeral services were held at Our Savior's church Monday afternoon, Rev. Espeseth performing the last sad rites.
The church was prettily decorated in memory of her who had been an active member. The choir girls acted as pall bearers.
The many floral gifts and the many friends who attended her funeral showed in what high esteem she was held by all.
She leaves a bereaved husband, three brothers an seven sisters to mourn her loss.
We wish to extend our heart felt sympathy to the afflicted ones.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, May 12, 1910 P. 8


ANITA EVENSON

Anita H. Evenson, 88, of Valders, died Thursday evening, November 19, 1987 at Manitowoc Health Care Center. Funeral services will be 11:30 am Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Michael Hamilton and Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery.
Mrs. Evenson was born September 20, 1899 in Manitowoc County, Town of Liberty, daughter of the late Louis and Anna Vetter Horstman and attended Roselawn School. She was married to Floyd Evenson in 1927 at Trinity Lutheran Church. Mrs. Evenson was a member of Ladies Progressive Club, Valders Senior Citizens, Faith Lutheran Church and ALCW-FLCW.
Survivors include a son, Roger of Valders; nieces, nephews; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1975, four brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Saturday morning, 10 am until the time of services. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is in charge of funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald times - Fri., Nov. 20, 1987 - page 21
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(b. 20 Sept. 1899/d. 19 Nov. 1987/SSDI) 

CHRISTOPHER EVENSON

Christopher Evensen, son of Even Christophersen and Sigrid Knudsdatter, 
b 25 Nov 1844 Qval in Hurum Parish in Vang, d 24 Aug 1915. 
Immigrated 1866. Farmer in Cato 1880-.
 m 1869 to Ingri, daughter of Helge Knudsen and Sigri Olsdatter, 
brothers *Ole and *Tosten, sisters m *Ole K Berge and *Peter Trondsen, 
b 12 Oct 1845 Nresja in Vestre Slidre, d 10 Oct 1909. Immigrated 1867. 
Children: 
Torsten b 8 April 1867, bp 7 July 1867 Manitowoc County (father Tosten Nilsen); 
Semine Maria b 25 Oct 1869 bp Manitowoc County, m *John Torrison; 
Maria b 8 July 1871 bp Manitowoc County, perhaps the same as Emma b c1871, who was confirmed 1886; 
Even b cl873; 
Caroline b 15 Oct 1875 Brown County, m *John J. Berge; 
Hanna Sofie b 8 Nov 1878 bp Valders; 
Ottis b 1 April 1881; 
Emil Cornelius b 23 April 1883, d 21 Jan 1907; 
Clarence Oskar b 28 May 1886; 
Elmer Mendinus? b 28 Oct 1888, d 21 Nov 1973.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 33, 34

CLARA A. EVENSON

Mrs. Clara A. Evenson, 93, of Valders, died Saturday afternoon, Sept. 25, at Family Heritage Nursing Home, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters and the Rev. Oz Twedt will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. 
Mrs. Evenson was born June 22, 1889, in the Town of Liberty, daughter of the late Harry and Caroline Everson Gilbertson. She attended Webster School, Valders. She was married to Oscar Ulness, Dec. 4, 1912, at Our Savior Church, Valders. He preceded her in death Jan. 14, 1919. She was then married to Elmer M. Evenson Aug. 27, 1941, at Iowa. He preceded her in death in November of 1973. Mrs. Evenson was a member of Valders Homemakers, Valders American Legion Auxiliary, Valders Progressive Club, Rural Letter Carriers Auxiliary and Faith Lutheran Church Women.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Orin and Dorothy, and Oscar and Dolores of rural Valders; a daughter and son-in-law, Alyce and Fred Bevin of Kankakee, Ill; 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister and two brothers. 
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, and at the church Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. 
Herald Times Reporter, September 27, 1982  P. 3
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Miss Clara Mickelson of Two Creeks and Otis Evenson of Valders were married on Thursday afternoon in the Norwegian Lutheran Church. The bride was attired in white silk trimmed with had embroidery applique and Battenberg and carried a bouquet of bridal roses. The bride's sister, Miss Ida, was the maid of honor. The groom was attended by his brother, John Evenson. After the ceremony a wedding supper was served. The dining room was beautifully decorated with carnations and chrysanthemums. Mr. and Mrs. Evenson will occupy their new home in Valders.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Nov. 16, 1908


CLARENCE EVENSON

Clarence O. Evenson, 91, of Valders died Monday in Manitowoc Health Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday in Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Evenson was born May 28, 1886 in Valders, son of the late Christopher and Ingrid Helgeson Evenson. He attended Valders schools and married Isabelle Wood October 26, 1911 in First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. She preceded him in death October 9, 1963. He was an original member of Valders Fire Department, former Village assessor for 18 years, Village trustee for 8 years and clerk of Valders School Board for nine years and a member of Faith Lutheran Church.
Survivors include a son, Wesley and a daughter, Mrs. Victor (Eunice) Reimer of Valders; two grandchildren and four great grandchildren.  Nine brothers and sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Christianson-Deja Funeral home, Valders, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald times - Monday, Feb. 27, 1978 - page 3
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(b. 28 May 1886/d. Feb 1978/SSDI)

EDWARD EVENSON

Edward Evenson, 73, of Rt. 1, Valders, who was born and spent his 
entire life on the homestead farm in Cato, died Saturday night at 
the Holy Family Hospital in Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Our Saviors 
Lutheran Church in Valders. The Rev. A. B. Holland will officiate 
and burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. 
Mr. Evenson was born in Cato in 1879 and in 1907 married Miss Sadie 
Michelson. His wife died in 1928.
Survivors are five daughters, Mrs. Orin Skatrud of Rt. 1, Valders, 
Mrs. Edwin Heiter of Kewaunee, Mrs. Edwin Behnke of Rt. 1, Reedsville, 
and Mrs. Sylvia Heagle and Mrs. Vernon Lenoch of Racine; son, Edwin, 
now operating the farm in Cato; four sisters, Mrs. Sophia Evenson and 
Mrs. Peter Bodwin of Milwaukee and Mrs. Rudolph Rudie and Mrs. John 
Helgerud of Minneapolis; 16 grandchildren and a great grandchild. 
Friends may call at the Valders funeral home. The casket will be moved 
to the church at 10 a.m. Tuesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 16, 1953  P. 4


EDWIN EVENSON

Edwin Evenson, 44, of Rt. 1, Valders, died early Wednesday evening 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he had been taken two 
hours earlier following a heart attack. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Faith (Our Saviors) 
Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Robert A. Onkka will officiate 
and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Evenson was born Sept. 7, 1916, in the Town of Cato, son of the 
late Edward and Sadie Nickelson Evenson. He was graduated from Valders 
High School in 1933 and farmed all his life on the family homestead. He 
married the former Erna Gruett at Rantoul, Calumet County, Nov. 6, 1943. 
Surviving are his wife; three daughters, (private); five sisters, Mrs. 
Orrin Skatrud of Rt. 1, Valders, Mrs. Edwin Helter of Kewaunee, Mrs. 
Edwin Behnke of Rt. 2, Reedsville, and Mrs. Sylvia Heagle and Mrs. 
Vernon Lenoch of Racine. 
Friends may call at Farley Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. Friday 
until noon Saturday when the body will be moved to the church to lie 
in state until the hour of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, July 6, 1961  P. 21

ELMER M. EVENSON

Elmer Evenson, 85, of Valders, died Wednesday evening at Manitowoc Memorial Hospital after being hospitalized several days. Mr. Evenson was rural mail carrier for 36 years in the Valders and Oostburg areas.
He was born October 28, 1888 in Valders, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Evenson. On May 27, 1941 he married Mrs. Clara Ulness in Valders. After their marriage the couple lived in Valderss.
Mr. Evenson was a veteran of World War I. He was a member of the Calumet, Manitowoc, Sheboygan and Rural Letter Carriers Associations, the Manitowoc Masonic Lodge 65 and Thompson –Burkhart Post No. 28 of the American Legion at Valders.
Survivors are his widow; two step-sons, Oscar and Orin Ulness, both of Rt. 1, Valders; a step-daughter, Mrs. Alice Lane of Chebanse, Ill., a brother, Clarence of Valders and 10 grandchildren.  Five sisters and two brothers preceded him in death.  Funeral services will be Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Friends may call at the Christianson- Deja Funeral Home, Valders after 4 p.m. today until noon Saturday and then at the church until the time of services.
Sheboygan Press - Friday, Nov. 23, 1973 - page 4


ERNA A. EVENSON

Erna A. Evenson, age 85, formerly of 327 S. Liberty St., Valders, and currently a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Home, Manitowoc, died Sunday evening, Jan. 30, 2005 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Erna was born Oct. 7, 1919 in the town of Rantoul, daughter of the late Otto and Friedea (Jentsch) Gruett. On Nov. 6, 1943, she married Edwin Stanley Evenson at Trinity Lutheran Church in Rantoul. He preceded her in death on July 5, 1961. Erna was employed by the Leverenz Shoe Company, retiring in 1984. She was a longtime member of Faith Lutheran Church and the Faith Lutheran Quilter's.
Survivors include three daughters and sons-in-law; Judith and Ronald Brick, rural Manitowoc; Karen and Gregg Jansky, Ashwaubenon; Roxanne and Henry Bubolz, rural Manitowoc; seven grandchildren: Tim and (Pam) Brick, Cato; Tammy and (Patrick) McHugh, Alpharetta, Ga.; Jason Jansky and special friend, Erica Helein, Sheboygan: Ryan Jansky and fiancee, Suzanne Cumicek, Sheboygan; Aaron Bubolz, Cedar-burg; Traci Bubolz and special friend, Dennis Conti, Milwaukee; Kari Bubolz, Milwaukee; four great-grandchildren: Kelsey and Evan Brick; Darby and Connor McHugh: one sister: Loretta Behnke. Brillion; one brother: Marvin Gruett, St. Louis, Mo.; two sisters-in-law: Florence Gruett, Potter; and Enola Gruett, St. Louis, Mo. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive.
In addition to her husband, Erna was preceded in death by her brother: Ervin; one sister: Adeline; six brothers-in-law and five sisters-in-law.
Funeral services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 3, 2005 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Richard Schroeder. Burial will be at Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
The family will greet relatives and friends Thursday, Feb. 3, 2005 at Faith Lutheran Church from 3:30 until the time of service at 7:30 p.m.
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Shady Lane Nursing Home and the nurses, doctors and Pastoral Care at Holy Family Medical Center for their care and compassion given to Erna.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Wednesday, February 2, 2005  pg. A3

FLOYD EVENSON

Floyd R. Evenson, 72 (photo), of 321 N. Calumet Dr., Valders, died 
Wednesday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Faith Lutheran 
Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will 
be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. 
Mr. Evenson was born March 22, 1902, in the Town of Cato, son of the 
late Olaf and Mary Thrnson (sic) Evenson. He attended Manitowoc schools 
and was graduated from Manitowoc Business College. He married Anita 
Horstman Nov. 7, 1928, at Trinity Lutheran Church at Liberty. He was 
a former president of Valders State bank and was with the organization 
for 44 years, retiring Jan. 31, 1970. He was a secretary of Valders 
Improvement Assn., charter member and past president of Valders Lions 
Club, past member of Valders School Board and Manitowoc County Schools 
Committee and held numerous church offices. 
Survivors include his wife, a son (private) and two brothers, Elroy, 
of Milwaukee and Wallace, of Cato. A sister preceded him in death. 
Friends may call at the Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, after 
5 p.m. Thursday until 11 a.m. Friday and at the church from noon until 
the time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, Wednesday, November 6, 1974  P. 23

HARRIET EVENSON

Harriet Clarice, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Evanson was buried at Valders this afternoon. L.C. Woods and family and Mrs. Will ?? and daughter of Milwaukee went to Valders this morning to attend the funeral.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Aug. 15, 1914 - page 2


INGRI EVENSON

VALDERS
The Angel of Death entered the Evenson home October 10th and took from the sorrowing family a beloved mother. Mrs. C. Evenson was born in “Vestre Slidre” Valders, Norway, in the year 1845. She came to this country about forty-five years ago. She leaves nine children, Mrs. John Torrison, Mrs. Chas. Sanders, Mrs. John Berge, Mrs. Ottis Nelson, Tom, Even, Otis, Clarence and Elmer Evenson and husband to mourn her loss. The funeral services were held at Our Savior's Church, Valders, Wis., Oct. 13. Rev. O. K. Espeseth officiated at the last burial rites. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved husband and family.
The Reporter, Tues., Oct. 26, 1909

ISABELLE EVENSON

Mrs. Clarence Evenson, 77, of Valders, died at 4:15 p.m. Wednesday 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. She had been ill two long months. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church 
(Our Savior), Valders, the Rev. A. Onkka officiating. Burial will be 
in the church cemetery. 
The former Isabelle Woods was born Aug. 16, 1886, at Manitowoc, 
daughter of the late I.C. and Anne Sniffin Woods. She was graduated 
from Manitowoc public schools and Manitowoc County Teachers College. 
Mrs. Evenson taught school four years, one year in primary grades at 
Valders. 
She was married to Clarence Evenson Oct. 26, 1911, at First Presbyterian 
Church, Manitowoc. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and the 
Ladies Aid Society of the church. 
Surviving are her husband, a son, Wesley, of Valders, a daughter, Mrs. 
Victor (Eunice) Reimer, of Valders, a sister, Mrs. John Link of 
Wauwatosa and two grandchildren. 
Friends may call at Farley Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. Friday 
until 11:30 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the time of service. The casket 
will not be open at the church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, October 9, 1963  P. 36
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CITY GIRL WEDS VALDERS MAN
A friendship formed when Miss Woods was teacher in the school there, culminated in 
the marriage of Miss Isabel Woods, this city and Elmer (Clarence) Evenson of Valders. 
The wedding was a quiet home event at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. I. Woods, Clark 
St., parents of the bride. Mr. Evenson is a well known young farmer and the couple will 
reside at Valders. Miss Woods was one of the efficient teachers of the county.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Oct.27, 1911 - page 1


OLOF EVENSON

Olaf Evenson, 79, town of Cato, died this morning at the St. Nicholas hospital, 
Sheboygan, after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 o'clock Saturday afternoon at the Berge 
funeral home, Valders, and at 2 o'clock at the Our Saviors Lutheran church in 
Valders with burial in the adjoining cemetery.  The Rev. N.A. Berntson will officiate.
He was born in 1867, and in 1894 he married Mary Phrondson.  He farmed in 
the town of Cato for 52 years.
He is survived by his wife; three sons, Elroy of Milwaukee, Wallace on the home 
place, Floyd of Valders; one daughter Mrs. Lloyd Erickson of Valders; six 
grandchildren and one great grandchild.
The body will lie in state at the Berge funeral home, Valders, from Friday noon 
until the time of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Wednesday, October 2, 1946  pg. 2


ROGER F. EVENSON

Roger F. Evenson, age 70, of 321 N. Calumet, Valders, died Wednesday 
evening, Feb. 23, 2005, at his residence.
He was born June 3, 1935 in Valders, son of the late Floyd and Anita 
Horstman Evenson. Roger served in the United States Army from 1956 
to 1958. Roger was employed as a cost accountant at Tecumseh 
Products in New Holstein for 27 years, retiring in 1992. He was a former 
member of the Manitowoc and Valders Jaycee?s and Lions Club. He 
was the treasurer and has been actively involved in the Viking Bow & 
Gun Club for over 37 years.
Roger is survived by many relatives and friends.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders, from 3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 28, 2005, until the time of service 
at 6 p.m.
Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 28, 2005, at Faith 
Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. 
Richard Schroeder with burial at Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Roger?s name to the 
Scholarship Fund at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders.
Herald Times Reporter  Feb. 26, 2005

RUTH EVENSON

Ruth E. Evenson, age 83, of 3100 Yorkshire Lane, Manitowoc, died Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2006, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center. 
She was born Feb. 1, 1923, in St. Nazianz, daughter of the late Theodore and Meta (Meyer) Lettenberger. Ruth was a graduate of Valders High School, class of 1941. She was a secretary for Valders Public Schools and then was the village clerk of Valders from 1973 to 1986. She also enjoyed her job cooking at Woolworths and making (and tasting) candy at Beernstens. Ruth married her lifetime partner: Wesley Evenson in 1942. Her love for Wesley was a reflection of her faithful and dedicated heart. Her devotion to him over the 64 years they were together was constant. In their years together, they traveled the country, driving out west and visiting family along with historical sites. They were members of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. 
Survivors include her husband: Wesley Evenson, Manitowoc; two sons and daughters-in-law: Lee and Shari Evenson, Gary and Mary Evenson, all of Valders; five grandchildren: Jeff Evenson, Hudson; Brett (Holly) Evenson, Valders; Gretchyn (Jack) Karch, Appleton; Carrie (Nicholas) Kiekhaefer, Appleton; Heather (David) Voss, Menasha; eight great-grandchildren: Kailey, Josh, Jason, Madison, Cole, Jenna, Katelyn and Will; a brother: Donald Lettenberger, Manitowoc; and a brother-in-law: Vic Reimer, Valders. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter; a daughter-in-law: Carol; a sister: Veronica; and two sisters-in-law: Eunice and Rita. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, 2006, at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2601 S. 10th St., Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Brian Staude, with burial at Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, 2006, until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated in Ruth's name to the Cancer Care Center in Manitowoc. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
Ruth enjoyed canning pickles, crocheting, cooking and bringing ice cream torte to family gatherings. A phone conversation with a grandchild while relaxing in her recliner was one of her favorite pastimes. She smiled often and had a gift for embracing others with a hug and kiss. Her compassionate heart made her a blessing to many. 
The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the wonderful people at the Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Cancer Care Center and Manitowoc Health Care Center, for the compassionate care Ruth received the last weeks of her life.
Herald Times Reporter  October 2006
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Funeral services for Ruth E. Evenson, age 83, of 3400 Yorkshire Lane, Manitowoc, who died Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2006, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, 2006, at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2601 S. 10th St., Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Brian Staude, with burial at Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, 2006, until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter  October 2006

SADIE EVENSON

FUNERAL OF MRS. EVENSON HELD TOMORROW
Mrs. Edward Evenson, nee Sadie Amelia Mickelson of Valders, passed 
away at the Holy Family hospital late Saturday due to a serious 
operation. Her death is a great shock to relatives and friends as 
she had been ill only a few days. 
Deceased was born in the town of Two Creeks on the Michelson homestead 
May 1879 being forty-eight years of age at the time of death. Her 
genial nature made her a much esteemed friend as well as a most loving 
wife and mother. She was a faithful worker of Our Savior’s church of 
Valders of which she was a member. Surviving are her husband and six 
children, Mrs. Orin Skatrud, Viola, Eleanore, Sylvia, Adeliine and Edwin, 
also five sisters and three brothers. Funeral services will be held from 
the home at one o’clock with interment at the Valders cemetery, Wednesday 
afternoon, Rev. O.K. Espeseth will officiate.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, February 07, 1928, Page 2
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Eaton news:
This community was shocked to hear news of the demise of Mrs. Edward 
Evenson of Valders who before her marriage was Miss Sadie Mickelson 
of Two Creeks, Wis. Mrs. Evenson who was about forty five years of 
age and had always enjoyed robust health died during an operation 
for gall stones. She was a member of a large family and also leaves 
a husband to whom she was married about twenty four years ago and 
six children, several of whom are yet in their teens.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, February 07, 1928, Page 12


SOPHIA EVENSON

Funeral services for Miss Sophie Evenson, 89, of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, 
who died Sunday were at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 
Valders, with the Rev. Robert A. Onkka officiating.  Burial was in the church cemetery.
Pallbearers were Elroy N. and Elmer H. Evenson, Arthur Roth, Ernest Erickson, 
Eldon Rudie and Orin Skattrud.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Thursday, August 16, 1962  pg. T-3

WALLACE EVENSON

Wallace H. Evenson, 88, of County Highway JJ, Valders, died Saturday evening, June 23, at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will follow in Our Savior Cemetery.
Mr. Evenson was born August 21, 1896, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Olaf and Mary Thronson Evenson. Mr. Evenson farmed in the Town of Cato.
Survivors include a brother and sister-in-law, Elroy and Anna Evenson of Milwaukee; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Nita Evenson of Valders and nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church from 9:30 a.m. Tuesday until the time of services. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is in charge of funeral arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, June 25, 1984  P. 3
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(Aug. 21 1896/Jun. 1984/SSDI)

WESLEY C. EVENSON

Wesley C. Evenson, age 87, formerly of Southbrook Manor, Manitowoc, died 
on Thursday morning, May 22, 2008, at the Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation 
Center, Manitowoc. 
He was born on Aug. 24, 1920, in Valders, son of the late Clarence and Isabelle 
(Woods) Evenson. Wesley was a graduate of Valders High School, class of 1937. 
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II from 1942 to 
1945. On Feb. 6, 1942, he married the former Ruth Lettenberger in Valders. 
She preceded him in death on Oct. 24, 2006. For many years, Wesley was in 
partnership with his brother-in-law, Victor Reimer, and together they were owners 
of Valders Super Service. Wesley was also employed with Manitowoc Engineering 
and other construction businesses. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, 
Manitowoc.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law: Lee and Shari Evenson, and Gary 
and Mary Evenson, all of Valders; five grandchildren: Jeff Evenson, Hudson, Brett 
(Holly) Evenson, Valders; Gretchyn (Jack) Karch, Appleton; Carrie (Nicholas) 
Kiekhaefer, Appleton; and Heather (David) Voss, Menasha; 10 great-grandchildren: 
Kailey, Josh, Jason, Madison, Cole, Jenna, Katelyn, Will, Brityn and Owen; and two 
brothers-in-law: Donald Lettenberger, Manitowoc, and Victor Reimer, Valders. Nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his loving 
wife: Ruth; an infant daughter; a sister: Eunice; a daughter-in-law: Carol; and two 
sisters-in-law: Veronica and Rita.
Private family services will be held with burial at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
Memorials would be appreciated to St. Paul's Lutheran Building Feasibility Committee.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family 
with funeral arrangements.
A sincere thank you to the wonderful people at the Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation 
Center for their compassionate care.
Herald Times Reporter, May 23, 2008 

ALLEN J. FENLON

Allen J. Fenlon Sr., 83, of Valders, died Friday morning, February 13, at Holy Family Skilled Nursing Facility.
Funeral services will be 10:45 a.m. Monday at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, and 11:15 a.m. at St. Gregory Catholic Church, St. Nazianz. The Rev. Lester Groeschl will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders…
Mr. Fenlon was born Dec. 24, 1897, at Maple Grove, son of the late Thomas J. and Margaret Dorsey Fenlon. He attended St. Patrick School, Maple Grove, and married Esther Thompson April 17, 1926, at Waukegan, Ill. He had been employed with Kohler Company for 10 years and then farmed in the Valders area until 1963. From that time until his illness, he was employed at Fenlon’s Bowl in Valder. He was a member of St. Gregory Parish and Valders Senior Citizens.
Survivors include his wife, a son and daughter-in-law, Allen Jr., and Rosie Fenlon of Valders, a sister, Mrs. Leonard (Ruth) Kubik of Black River Falls; a grandson, John Fenlon and a granddaughter, Sharon Luloff; two great grandchildren; five sisters-in-law, Mrs. Ralph Fenlon of Green Bay, Mrs. Norbert Fenlon of Reedsville, Mrs. Lester Vandre and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Thompson of Sheboygan and Mr. and Mrs. Ruel Thompson of Dorchester and nieces and nephews. A grandson, Thomas Fenlon, preceded him in death in 1978. Four brothers also preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 5:30 p.m. to  9 p.m. Sunday, where a parish prayer service will be at 8 p.m. 
Herald Times Reporter  Feb. 13, 1981 pg. 3
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Allen J. (Dec. 24, 1897-Feb. 13, 1981 -husband of Esther 
nee Thompson -son of Thomas J. Fenlon and Margaret Dorsey -farmer 
-died from "bilateral pneumonia -arteriosclerotic heart disease') 
(from researcher of St. Gregory church records/see contributors page)
(Dec 24 1897/Feb 13 1981/SSDI)


ESTHER O. FENLON

Esther O. Fenlon, age 92, a resident of St. Mary’s Home, formerly of Valders, died Saturday, March 23, 1996, at St. Mary’s Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 26, 1996, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Charles Kurtz will officiate with burial in Our Savior’s Lutheran Church.
She was born June 20, 1903, in Valders, daughter of the late Anders and Emma (Madson) Thompson. She attended Valders Schools and the Scandinavia Academy and was a graduate of the Manitowoc Teacher’s College. She was an elementary school teacher, homemaker and a former employee of the Valders Drive-In Restaurant. Esther married Allen J. Fenlon, Sr., April 20, 1926, at Crown Point, Ind. Esther was a member of the Quarry Riverside Homemakers, Senior Citizens of Valders, Valders American Legion Auxiliary, and was active in many organizations at Faith Lutheran Church.
Survivors include one son, Allen J. Fenlon, Jr., Valders; two grandchildren, John A. and Tracy Fenlon, Columbus, Wis., Sharon Alfson Lulloff, DePere; three great-grandchildren, Forrest Gregg Fenlon, Led Lee and Carley Jo Luffoff; one brother and sister-in-law, Reuel and Aryliss Thompson, Dorchester, Wis. She is further survived by sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law, Eileen Thompson, Sheboygan, Gertrude Fenlon, Maple Grove, and Leonard Kubic, Black River Falls, Wis. She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen J. Sr.; a daughter-in-law, Rosie L. Fenlon; a grandson, Thomas E. Fenlon; a sister, Jenny Vandrie and a brother-Art Thompson, brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, on Tuesday, March 26, 1996, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11:30 a.m.
The Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.\
Special thanks to the many friends at Valders Viking Villa 
Herald Times Reporter, March 25, 1996  P. A2
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Friends received announcement of the marriage at Waukegan, Saturday, of Miss Esther Thompson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Thompson of Valders and Allen Fenlon, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Fenlon of Maple Grove. The couple left here Saturday, ostensibly for a visit with relatives, but journeyed to Waukegan where they had the nuptial knot tied. They will make their home on a farm near Valders.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Apr. 22, 1926 
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(20 June 1903/23 Mar. 1996/SSDI) 


ELSIE FISHER

Elsie Fisher, 86, of Valders, died Thursday morning in Holy Family Extended Care facility.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday in Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Mrs. Fisher, nee Elsie Horstman, was born June 29, 1892, in the Town of Liberty, daughter of the late Louis and Anna Vetter Horstman. She attended Roselawn and Trinity Lutheran Schools and was married to Harland Fisher May 14, 1915, in Trinity Lutheran Church. Mrs. Fisher was a member of A.L.C.W. of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders Senior Citizens and Valders Senior Homemakers. Mr. Fisher preceded her in death in 1954. 
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Lawrence and Orabelle Fisher of Route 1, Valders, and Burdette and Doris Fisher of Louisville, Ky.; two brothers, Louis Horstman of Manitowoc and Harvey Horstman of Valders; a sister, Mrs. Anita Evenson of Valders, six grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. 
Friends may call in Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, and in the church from noon Saturday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, January 4, 1979   P. 3
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(b. 29 June 1892/d. Jan. 1979/SSDI)

HARLAND L. FISHER

Les Fisher Is Stricken at Farm Bureau Meeting
VALDERS- H.L. (Les) Fisher, 64, organizational director of the Manitowoc 
County Farm Bureau and active in farming and dairying in the county for 
40 years, died unexpectedly Wednesday evening.
He was attending a Meeme Farm Bureau meeting at Kulen Hall at Edwards, 
on the Sheboygan County line in Meeme, and had taken a movie projector 
into the hall preparatory to showing films at a Christmas party of the 
bureau when he was stricken with a heart attack.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Our Saviors Lutheran 
Church. The Rev. A.B. Holland will officiate and burial will be in the 
church cemetery.
He was born in Vernon County Feb. 9, 1890, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. 
George Fisher. He attended (photo) schools in that county and enrolled 
in the agriculture short course at the University of Wisconsin, from 
which he was graduated in 1913.
Locating in Manitowoc County he set up the first farm milk testing 
association in the vicinity of Valders and in 1915 married Miss Elsie 
Horstmann of Liberty.
He purchased a farm in Liberty, which he operated from 1915 to 1944. 
In that span he served as a town supervisor, town clerk for many years 
and also was on the board of the Roselawn School in Liberty. He was a 
charter member of the county Farm Bureau and in later years was named 
organizational director, a position he held until his death. He was 
familiarly known among bureau members as "Les."
He was editor and publisher of the Farm Bureau News, in Valders, a 
monthly publication which went to all county members and also had a 
weekly radio program over Station WWOC.
Fisher was also a member of the Valders Lions Club and the Lutheran 
Brotherhood.
Surviving are his wife of Valders; two sons, Lawrence of Valders and 
Burdette of Kiel; brother, Perl of Spring Green, Wis.; five sisters, 
Mrs. Ethel Casperson of Viroqua, Wis., Mrs. Velma Phillips of Wauwautosa, 
Mrs. Iva Clift of Baraboo, Mrs. Esther Smith of Onalaska, Wis., and Mrs. 
Margaret Simpson of Milwaukee; and six grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Friday. The 
casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Saturday where the body 
will lie in state until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, December 2, 1954 P. 33

STELLA GANSBERG

Stella Gansberg, 81, of 293 E. Deerpath, Lake Forest, Ill., died Saturday, February 6, at Lake Forest.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church, Valders, will officiate.
Mrs. Gansberg was born Feb. 24, 1900, at Valders, daughter of the late John and Caroline Evenson Berge. She had worked in Illinois at Highland Park Telephone Company, retiring in 1967.
Survivors include two brothers, Kendal Berge of Cato and Mark Berge of Valders and three sisters, Clara Berge of Lake Forest, Irene McGovern of California and Ingrid Albertson of Milwaukee. Her parents and sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home after 11 a.m. Wednesday until the hour of service. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, February 8, 1982 P. 3

CARRIE GILBERTSON

Death came to Mrs. Carrie Gilbertson at her home here Wednesday morning after 
a short illness due to a stroke of paralysis. Mrs. Gilbertson, widow of Gibert 
Gilbertson was born February 24, 1850 in the town of Liberty and had been a 
resident practically all her life of this community.
She is survived by four daughters, her husband having preceded her in death 
twenty-two years ago. Mrs. Peter Sorenson of Liberty, Mrs. Ralph E. Yound of 
Seattle, Wash., Miss Cordelia Gilbertson of Chicago and Mrs. E. Hansen of 
Tigerton, two sisters Mrs. Ole Thompson of Seattle and Mrs. T. Logan of 
Tigerton and one brother Martin Lorson of Seattle and also nine grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at Our Saviors church of which she was a member 
Sunday afternoon, the Re. O.K. Espeseth officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. April 30, 1926 P. 11
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The funeral of Mrs. Carrie Gilbertson will be held from the home of her daughter, 
Mrs. Peter Sorenson at Valders Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Burial will take 
place at the Valders cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. April 30, 1926 P. 1 


CLARENCE GILBERTSON

Clarence Gilbertson, 88, formerly of Valders, died Monday at Park 
Lawn Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Faith Lutheran 
Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate with burial 
in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. 
Mr. Gilbertson was born July 2, 1887, in Manitowoc County, son of 
the late Harry and Caroline Everson Gilbertson. He attended Webster 
School in the Town of Liberty and was a farmer. He married Mabel 
Thompson June 15, 1935. She preceded him in death in 1956. 
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Clara Evenson, of Valders and 
nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, from 
6 to 9 o’clock this Tuesday evening and at the church from noon 
Wednesday until the time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, Tuesday, January 20, 1976  P. 10 


CORDELIA GILBERTSON

Miss Cordelia Gilbertson, 75, of 3040 W. North Ave., Chicago, died 
Saturday morning at the Norwegian American Hospital, Chicago, after 
a short illness. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Our Savior Lutheran 
Church, Valders, with the Rev. Jerry H. Moe officiating. Interment 
will be in the church cemetery. 
Miss Gilbertson was born Oct. 21, 1886, at Sturgeon Bay, daughter 
of the late Gilbert and Carrie Larson Gilbertson. She resided at 
Chicago since 1907 where she was a registered nurse for more than 
50 years at the Norwegian-American Hospital. She never married. 
Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Martha Sorenson of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Sena Young of Seattle and several nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 7 p.m. 
Wednesday until noon Thursday when the body will be moved to the 
church to lie in state until the hour of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 19, 1959  P. 17 

GILBERT GILBERTSON

DIED:
Gilbert Gilbertson of Liberty passed away Monday morning. He had been in ill health for some time, the immediate cause of his demise being hemorrhage. The deceased was about fifty-five years of age. He was a brother of Harry Gilbertson of Liberty, Miss Sarah Gilbertson of this city and Judge Gilbertson of Sheboygan. He leaves a wife and five daughters. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon from the Lutheran church at Valders, Rev. E.F. Rogne of this city officiating.
The deceased was a well known, prosperous farmer, who was highly respected and much esteemed by all that knew him, and his untimely passing will be much regretted by a large circle of friends who in common with the bereaved relatives mourn his departure.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, September 1, 1904  pg. 1
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Judge Gilbertson of Sheboygan arrived in the city Tuesday evening enroute to Liberty to attend the funeral of his brother Gilbert which took place yesterday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, September 1, 1904  pg. 5
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Gilbert Gilbertson
birth: 28 May 1849 Port Washington, Wis.
death: 29 August 1904 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Valders, Wis.
residence: 1904 Liberty
father: Gilbert Gilbertson
mother: Mary
spouse: Carrie
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968

MABEL GILBERTSON

Mrs. Clarence Gilbertson, 70, of Rt. 1, Valders, Town of Liberty, 
died Tuesday morning at Memorial Hospital after a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Our Savior Lutheran 
Church, Valders, the Rev. A. B. Holland officiating. Burial will be 
in the church cemetery. 
She was born Mabel Thompson, Nov. 20, 1886, in the Town of Liberty, 
the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Thompson. On June 15, 
1935, she was married to Clarence Gilbertson in the Town of Liberty 
where they farmed the remainder of her years. 
Survivors include the husband, a sister, Miss Olga Thompson of Valders, 
and a number of nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Thursday at the Berge Funeral Home, 
Valders. At 11 a.m. Friday, the body will be moved to the church to 
lie in state until the hour of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 18, 1956  P. 17 


PETER PETERSON GJEVRE

PIONEER HAS RESIDED HERE SINCE YEAR 69
Peter Peterson Gjevre Liberty Pioneer, Called by Death
Peter Peterson Gjevre, pioneer settler of Liberty and a resident 
there since 1863, passed away at the home of his son, Nels Peterson, 
with whom he made his home, yesterday at the age of 82 years. Death 
was due to cancer of the throat from which he suffered ten months. 
Born at Valders, Norway, Mr. Gjevre came to America at the age of 14, 
residing at Port Washington and Neenah where he engaged in the foundry 
business, later locating on a farm in Liberty where he has since resided. 
He is survived by four children, Mrs. J.T. Madsen, Jerpen; P.A. Peterson, 
this city; Mrs. Henry Hendrickson, Tacoma, and Nels Peterson, Liberty. 
Nineteen grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held Thursday 
at 1 from the home, Rev. Espeseth officiating.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, September 18, 1917, Page 1
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Notes form Liberty
After a lingering illness of nine months' duration, Peter Peterson, an aged resident 
of this town, passed away Monday noon. Deceased suffered from cancer of the tongue. 
Last spring an operation was performed and the cancer was removed but it availed nothing.
Mr. Peterson was eighty-three years of age. He came to this country from Norway when 
quite a young man and settled at Neenah later removing to this town.
Mr. Peterson is survived by two sons, Nels and Peter and two daughters, Mrs. Theodore 
Madson and Mrs. Henry Hendrickson. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon from 
the late home to the Valders church with interment in the adjoining cemetery, 
Rev. Espeseth officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Sept. 20, 1917
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Peder Pedersen Gjevre, son of Peder Haagensen and Anna Nilsdatter, 
b 29 Aug 1835 Gjevre in Vang, d 17 Sept 1917. 
Immigrated 1849 with his parents. Farmer in Cato 1860, in Liberty 1870-. 
m 14 April 1861 Gjerpen to Anne, daughter of *Jul Olsen and Berit Evensdatter, 
b 2 Dec 1840 Gulhaug in Vestre Slidre, d 20 April 1912. Immigrated 1848 with her parents. 
Children: Anne Martine b 21 Oct 1861, m *Theodore Madsen; 
*Juel Severin b 11 April 1863; 
Berit Sophie b 3 Dec 1865, d 1872; 
Peder Edward b 10 May 1868, bur 1870; 
*Peder Adolf b 25 Jan 1870; 
Sophie Marie b 6 April 1872, m *Eli Paulson; 
Bertha Lovise b 24 July 1874, m 25 Oct 1899 Gjerpen to Henry Hendrickson, 
moved to Tacoma, Washington; 
Emma Christine b 4 April 1877, d 29 Dec 1892; 
Nils Nordal b 6 June 1879, d 9 May 1953 Manitowoc, 
m1 7 Nov 1908 Liberty to Theodora daughter of *Bjorn T. Ulness, 
m2 28 Oct 1922 St Pauls to Mrs Susanna Blichroehl; 
?Christian d 7 Feb 1882 age 2 months.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 207

HARRIET GURGEL

Harriet J. Gurgel (nee Nelson), a resident of Merrionette Park, died Sunday. Nov. 12, at Little Company of Mary Hospital, Evergreen Park. 
Services were Tuesday at Krueger Funeral Home, Blue Island, with the Rev. Glenn Blackwelder officiating. Interment was in Our Savior Lutheran Cemetery, Valders, Wis. 
The former Harriet J. Nelson was born Nov. 7, 1915, in Valders, Wis. 
She is survived by a stepdaughter, Joan Mule of California; six stepsons, Daniel (Vicki) Gurgel of California, Donald (Sharon) Gurgel and Thomas Gurgel, all of Blue Island, James (Sandra) Gurgel of Wisconsin, John Gurgel of Indiana, and Richard (Sybil) Gurgel of Chicago; two sisters. Emilette Lane of Indiana and Lola (Hartley) Torrison of Florida; a brother, Russell (Martha) Nelson of California; a sister-in-law, Bergetta Nelson of Minnesota; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 
Her husband, William, died Nov, 2, 1987. 
Memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association. 
Southtown Star, Tinley Park, ILL  Thursday, November 16, 1995  pg. A16

KNUD HAAVE  (d. 1874)

HAAVIE, KNUD
Name: Haavie, Knud
D.: 4/27/1874
B.:
Reg. D.: 8/8/1879 
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 2 1/2 Yrs.
B.P.:
D.P.: Liberty
Cem.:
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. A. O. Alfson
Spouse:
F.: Knud K. Haavie
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: 318
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*Note: The following is his father's bio:
Knud Knudsen Haave, son of Knud Pedersen and Marit Knudsdatter, 
b 22 July 1846 Hovie in 0stre Slidre, d 3 Dec 1906. 
Immigrated 1867.  Farmer in Liberty. 
m 19 Dec 1868 Manitowoc County to Synnev, 
daughter of *Knud Knudsen Hagen and Astrid Pedersdatter, 
b 22 Aug 1847 Kolstad in 0stre Slidre, d 6 Dec 1926. Immigrated 1858. 
Children: Carl b 6 July 1869, d 10 March 1895; 
Knud b 31 Oct 1870, d 27 April 1874; 
Martin b 14 Oct 1872, d 21 Aug 1923; 
Knud b 20 June 1876, d 13 March 1926; 
Anne Marie b 20 June 1876, d 31 March 1889; 
Clara Sofie b 26 June 1878, m *Otto Sebo; 
Julia Christine b 2 Feb 1881, d 17 July 1899; 
Tosten b 26 March 1884; 
Oskar b 26 March 1887, d 1967, m 25 Aug 1915 Valders to Martha daughter of *T. T. Hougen.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 124


KNUT HAAVE  (d. 1906)

Knute Haave
birth: 12 July 1846 Norway
death: 3 December 1906 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Valders, Wis.
residence: 1906 Liberty, Wis.
father: Knut Haave
mother: Mary
spouse: Seneo
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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Knud Knudsen Haave, son of Knud Pedersen and Marit Knudsdatter, 
b 22 July 1846 Hovie in 0stre Slidre, d 3 Dec 1906. 
Immigrated 1867.  Farmer in Liberty. 
m 19 Dec 1868 Manitowoc County to Synnev, 
daughter of *Knud Knudsen Hagen and Astrid Pedersdatter, 
b 22 Aug 1847 Kolstad in 0stre Slidre, d 6 Dec 1926. Immigrated 1858. 
Children: Carl b 6 July 1869, d 10 March 1895; 
Knud b 31 Oct 1870, d 27 April 1874; 
Martin b 14 Oct 1872, d 21 Aug 1923; 
Knud b 20 June 1876, d 13 March 1926; 
Anne Marie b 20 June 1876, d 31 March 1889; 
Clara Sofie b 26 June 1878, m *Otto Sebo; 
Julia Christine b 2 Feb 1881, d 17 July 1899; 
Tosten b 26 March 1884; 
Oskar b 26 March 1887, d 1967, m 25 Aug 1915 Valders to Martha daughter of *T. T. Hougen.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 124


KNUT HAAVE (d. 1926)

No. 233 First Publication 4/28/26
NOTICE TO PROVE WILL AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS
STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY COURT, MANITOWOC COUNTY--IN PROBATE
In Re Estate of Knut K. Haave, Deceased,
Notice is Hereby Given, Tat at the special Term of said Court to be held on the 4th Tuesday 
(being the 25th day) of May A.D. 1926 at the Court House in the City of Manitowoc County of 
Manitowoc and State of Wisconsin, there will be heard and considered the application of Knut K. 
Haave late of the town of Liberty, in said County, deceased, and for the appointment of an executor 
(or administrator with Will annexed.)
Notice Is Hereby Further Given, that at teh special Term of said Court to be held at said Court 
House, on the 5th Tuesday (being the 31st day) of August A.D. 1926, there will be heard, considered 
and adjusted, all claims against said Knut K. Haave, deceased;
And Notice Is Hereby Further Given, That all such claims for examination and allowance must be 
presented to said County Court at the Court House, in the City of Manitowoc, in said County and 
State on or before the 27th day of August A.D. 1926, or be barred.
Dated April 27, 1926
By the Court JOHN CHLOUPEK, County Judge, May 19
Manitowoc Herald News  Wednesday, May 19, 1926 pg. 10


SEYNOV HAAVE

Notes from Valders
Mrs. Sena Hove, an old settler, died Monday. She suffered a stroke about a week ago 
and never rallied. She lived on the homestead just south of the village most of her life. 
She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Oscar Sabo and two sons, Oscar and Tosten.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Dec. 9, 1926  


ELTON HACKER

A six months’ old baby boy of Mr. and Mrs. Ernst Hacker of Newton 
died last Saturday morning after an illness of several days, and 
was buried Monday at the Lutheran cemetery at Valders.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, January 13, 1915, Page 4
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Valders news:
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Haker was buried here last Monday. 
Rev. O.K. Espeseth officiated.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, January 16, 1915 P. 4


JOSEPH HALVERSEN

FARMER IS FOUND DEAD IN HIS CAR 
Joseph Halverson, 70, retired town of Cato farmer, died of a heart attack Sunday 
morning , as he drove into the yard of Our Saviours Lutheran church at Valders.
Mr. Halverson had driven alone in his car and he was found slumped over the steering 
wheel by other members of the Congregation.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at Our Saviours church, the Rev. N.A. 
Berntson officiating.  Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery.
Mr. Halverson was born in 1872 in Cato and was a retired farmer.  Survivors 
include his wife; three sons, Earl of Phoenix, Ariz., Vernon of Menasha and Roy 
of Dearborn, Mich., five nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the Berge funeral home, Valders, from Wednesday noon until 
11 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be moved to the church to lie in state until 
time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Tuesday, December 26, 1950  pg. 2-M
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Marriage licenses were granted to Joseph Halverson and Julia Thompson 
and to Fred Duerwaechter of Kiel and Anna Booeze (sic) of Schleswig.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, October 9, 1902 P. 3


JULIA HALVERSEN

Mrs. Joseph Halverson (sic), 84, of Rt. 1, Cato, lifelong county 
resident, died Thursday afternoon at the Manitowoc County Hospital, 
following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Our Saviors Lutheran 
Church, Valders. The Rev. A.B. Holland will officiate and burial will 
be in the church cemetery.
She was born Julia Thompson in Cato in 1870 and in 1902 was married to 
Joseph Halverson, They located on a farm on Rt. 1, Cato. Her husband 
died four years ago.
Surviving are three sons, Earl of Phoenix, Ariz., Vernon of Menasha 
and Roy of Dearborn, Mich.; and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 2 p.m. Sunday. 
The casket will be moved to the church at 11 a.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Friday, July 30, 1954 P. 15
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Marriage licenses were granted to Joseph Halverson and Julia Thompson 
and to Fred Duerwaechter of Kiel and Anna Booeze (sic) of Schleswig.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, October 9, 1902 P. 3


IDA HALVERSON

Mrs. Ole Halverson of Cato died last Sunday after a lingering illness. She leaves 
a husband and four children in bereavement.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, June 23, 1904  pg. 5
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Inger Olive Auberg Halverson
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials
Name	Inger Olive Auberg Halverson
Gender	Female
Burial Place	Cato
Death Date	09 Jun 1904
Death Place	Cato, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Age	37
Birth Date	21 May 1857
Birthplace	Wisconsin
Occupation	Housewife
Race	White
Marital Status	Married
Father's Name	Arne S. Auberg
Father's Birthplace	Norway
Mother's Name	Ingeborg S.
Mother's Birthplace	Norway
"Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch


BERTHINE HAMMER

Mrs. Berthine Hammar, 92, formerly of Valders, died Thursday morning at 
Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in Our 
Saviour Cemetery, Valders.
Mrs. Hammar, nee Berthine Thompson, was born Aug. 8, 1879, in the Town of 
Rockland, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Even Helle Thompson. She was 
married to Albert Hammar Oct. 22, 1914, at Minneapolis, Minn. Her husband 
preceded her in death in 1944.
Survivors include two brothers, Andres, of Sheboygan and Reuel, of Rt. 1, 
Valders. Five brothers and three sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 o'clock 
this Friday afternoon until noon Saturday and then at the church until the 
time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 14, 1972
**********
(Berthine Hammer/8 Aug 1879/Apr 1972/SSDI)


PETER S. HANSON

Peter S. Hanson, 50, a resident of Valders for 20 years, died Tuesday night 
at his home in the village following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. from the Berge funeral home 
at Valders and at two o'clock from Our Savior's Lutheran church in Valders. 
Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery.
Mr. Hanson was born in Macintosh, Minn., in 1892 and saw two months service 
in Wold War I. In 1921 he married Mrs. Olg Brown and shortly after they moved 
to Valders. Until taken serously ill, Mr. Hanson was employed as a guard at 
the ship yards here.
Survivors are the widow; step-son, Everett, of Valders, three step-daughters, 
Mrs. Lester Voigt and Clarissa of Valders, Mrs. Charles Conrad of Milwaukee; 
five brothers, Matheson of Fargo, N.D., Ole, Amond, Nels and Hans all of 
Minnesota; four sisters, Mrs. Andre Seter of Chicago, Mrs. R. O. Siverson, 
Mrs. John Koepang, Mrs. Vernon Matteson, all of Minnesota.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Thursday noon until the hour 
of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 16, 1942 P. 2


DENA HARLOW

Mrs. Harry Harlow, of Cincinnati passed away Tuesday night following 
an operation which was undergone at the Valders hospital Monday morning.
Manitowoc Herald News  Saturday, May 19, 1928  pg. 7


CARRIE SEBO HARVEY

Carrie Harvey
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name	Carrie Harvey
Event Type	Death
Event Date	1906
Event Place	Liberty, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place	Liberty,
Gender	Female
Age	47
Marital Status	Widowed
Race	W
Occupation	Housewife
Birth Year (Estimated)	1859
Birthplace	Liberty,
Burial Place	Cato,
Father's Name	Tore Sebo
Father's Birthplace	Norway
Mother's Name	Ingre Sebo
Mother's Birthplace	Norway
Spouse's Name	Erastes Harvey
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch
********
Carrie Sebo Harvey
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials
Name	Carrie Sebo Harvey
Gender	Female
Burial Place	Cato
Death Date	1953
Death Place	Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Age	47
Birth Date	02 Dec 1906
Birthplace	Liberty
Occupation	Housewife
Race	White
Marital Status	Widowed
Spouse's Name	Erastes Harvey
Father's Name	Tore Sebo
Father's Birthplace	Norway
Mother's Name	Ingre
Mother's Birthplace	Norway
"Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch


AUGUST HEIMANN

August Heimann, 68, of R. 1, New Holstein, died Sunday evening at 
Wood Veteran Hospital where he had been a patient since Sept. 7. 
A native of the Town of Charlestown (Calumet County), he was born 
Oct. 5, 1890, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Heimann. He married 
Christine Velgun on Jan. 11, 1921, in Chicago. A machinist, he 
retired three years ago from the Tecumseh Products Co. 
He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in New Holstein since 1929 
and was a veteran of World War I. 
Survivors are his wife; three brothers, Frank of Charlestown, Alois 
of Chilton, Andrew of Thorp, and five sisters, Mrs. Margaret Mueller 
and Mrs. Agnes Woelfel of Chilton, Mrs. Catherine Mertens and Mrs. 
George Maier, both of Thorp, and Mrs. Clara Groeschel of Fond Du Lac. 
Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Zion Lutheran Church 
at New Holstein. The Rev. Elmer J. Zanow, pastor, will officiate and 
burial will be in Valders Cemetery. 
Friends may call at the Erbe-Hoffmann Funeral Home in New Holstein 
from 2 p.m. Wednesday until 10 a.m. Thursday and at the church from 
noon until the time of services. 
Sheboygan Press, Tuesday, January 20, 1959 P. 8 


CHRISTINE HEIMANN

Mrs. Christine Heimann, 84, of 760 Wilson Ave., Richmond, Calif., a native 
of Valders, died December 29 at Richmond.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, Jan. 4, at Schmidt and Dixon Funeral Home, Richmond.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Saturday, January 8, 1972  pg. 11


GORDON HEIMANN

A sad accident occurred on Friday of last week, which brought a cloud of gloom over the 
entire community and brought sadness to one of the happiest homes in this town. At 1:30 PM 
Friday, as Gust Heimann was returning from the field his son Gordon asked his father’s permission 
to drive the team as he had often done. The horses were very gentle and Mr. Heimann placed 
Gordon on the seeder. When the team near the barn they became frightened and dashed away, 
toward the orchard. The seeder hit a tree and the boy was thrown to the ground, the seeder 
passing over the child.  He was rushed to St. Elizabeth’s hospital and died shortly after arriving. 
The pure white soul has passed this vale of shadows and has crossed the narrow sea to its 
Heavenly home for all eternity to his Jesus, whom he loved so dearly. He often asked his parents 
about the joys of Heaven and his Jesus. Everybody loved the little chap with the sweet innocent face.  
Gordon was six years, six months and seven days old, the only child of Mr. and Mrs. Gust Heimann.  
The funeral services were held from the Heimann home Monday, the Rev. J. Reuschel conducting 
the services, paying a beautiful tribute to the sweet little boy.  The Rev. Espeseth of Manitowoc 
of the Evangelical Lutheran church conducted the services at Valders where the body was taken 
for interment at the side of his grandfather. 
Chilton Times 1928 


AAG(C)AAT HELGESON

Mr. and Mrs. O. Helgeson of Pittsburgh, Pa., were here to attend the funeral 
of the former’s mother, Mrs. Ole Helgeson at Valders and have returned.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 30, 1922  P. 3
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Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Sandstrom of Chicago are here to attend the funeral 
of Mrs. Ole Helgeson.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 27, 1922  P. 3


ALBERT HELGESON

Albert Helgeson, 80, of Rt. 1, Valders, died early today at his home 
following a long illness. 
A retired farmer, he was born at Valders June 16, 1883, the son of 
Gundar and Mary Olson Helgeson, and was married at Valders, Dec. 2, 
1911, to Sophia Wigen. 
Mr. Helgeson was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and a former trustee 
of the church. He also served for several years as director of the 
Sunnycrest school board. 
Surviving are his wife; two sons, Norman, Plymouth, and John, Valders; 
three daughters, Mrs. James (Alice Mae) Forsythe, Milwaukee, Mrs. C. A. 
(Jeanette) Paque, Manitowoc, and Mrs. W. J. (Dorothy), Viroqua; two 
sisters, Mrs. Bertha Thompson, Tacoma, Wash., and Mrs. Emma Aslackson, 
Springfield, Ohio, 14 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m  Friday at Faith Lutheran (Our Savior) 
Church, Valders, with the Rev. Robert Onkka, pastor, officiating. Burial 
will be in the church cemetery. 
Friends may call at the Farley Funeral Home, Valders, from 3 p.m. Thursday 
to noon Friday and then at the church until the hour of services.
Sheboygan Press, Wednesday, December 11, 1963  P. 8 

BETTY HELGESON

Betty Helgeson, age 80, passed from the loving arms of her family to the eternal peace and love of God's arms on Wednesday, April 28, 2010, at Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center, where she has resided for the past two years. 
Betty, the middle of three children, was born to Charles and Rose Delaney, in Coeur'd Alene, Idaho, on June 9, 1929. She was a 1947 graduate of Polson High School, Polson, Montana, and attended Sacred Heart Nursing School in Spokane, Washington. 
Betty married John Helgeson on May 26, 1948, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Valders. The couple resided on a dairy farm two miles west of Valders on Hwy. 151 until their retirement in 1988, when they oved to Valders. Betty has been a life long member of Faith Lutheran Church in Valders, serving in many capacities throughout her life as ALCW President, Sunday School teacher, president of the Ladies Aide, Quilting and Layette groups, the Altar Guild, and Mentor to Luther Leaguers, and Stephen's Ministries. She also transcribed Braille for the Iowa Commission for the Blind for 25 years. 
She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years: John, of the village of Valders; two sons and three daughters: Tim (Diane) Helgeson of Reedsburg; Lynn (Terry) Owen of Sheboygan; Julie (Jim) Hess of Sheboygan; Dan (Mary) Helgeson of Rothschild; Wendy (Peter) Steinberg of Reedsville; 12 grandchildren: Sarah (Mark) Tauscher, Andy Helgeson, Joseph (Margaret) Owen, Gabriel Owen, Heidi Hess, William Helgeson, Rebecca Helgeson, David Helgeson, Brianna Helgeson, Jason Steinberg, Darcie Steinberg, Phillip Steinberg; and one great grandchild: Sadie Helgeson. She is also survived by her two brothers: Charles (Glenna) Delaney, Texas; and William (Dean) Delaney, Montana. She is further survived by one sister-in-law: Dorothy Werth, Viroqua; along with many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. 
She was preceded in death by her parents: Charles and Rose Delaney; her parents-in-law: Albert and Sophia Helgeson; three nephews: Larry (Joan) Helgeson, Jeffrey Paque, and Michael Delaney; one niece: Cindy Helgeson; four brothers-in-law and three sisters-in-law: Norman (Sarah) Helgeson, Alice Mae (Jim) Forsyth, Jeanette (Clarence) Paque and Willard Werth. 
Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 3, 2010, at 11 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Pastor. Rasmus of Faith Lutheran Church will officiate. Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church from 9 to 10:45 a.m. on Monday. 
The Christianson & Deja funeral home is serving the family. 
The family would like to send special thanks to the wonderful staff at Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center for all the wonderful, compassionate care provided to Betty for these past two years. Thank you also to everyone who has kept Betty in their thoughts and prayers 
Herald Times Reporter April 30, 2010


BLANCHE M. HELGESON

Blanche M. Helgeson, 97, of Greendale Health & Rehabilitation Center, died of natural causes Monday afternoon, 3:30 p.m., January 9, 2006. 
Blanche was born on May 10, 1908, on the Helgeson family farm in the Town of Liberty near Valders, Wisconsin, a daughter of the late Henry Oscar and Julia Tomena (Torrison) Helgeson. In Sheboygan, she attended St. Andrew Lutheran Church, where she was the first woman to be elected as a member of the church council. She also served as financial secretary of the church for 6 years. She was a former member and past president of the Sheboygan Business and professional Women's Club. Blanche attended grade school and high school in Valders. In 1924, she enrolled in the Manitowoc County Teacher's College, and in 1925 attended the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, from which she graduated with honors in June 1926. Subsequently, she taught 5th and 6th grade at Hiles, Wisconsin, and in 1928 became principal of Fairview School at Quarry, Wisconsin, teaching grades 5 through 8. In 1933, she taught at the State-Graded School in Rockwood, Wisconsin. Later, after moving to Sheboygan, she worked for 35 years, until her retirement in 1971, for the Otto Kuechle Company as manager of their drapery department. 
Blanche is survived by her sister, Edna Lensmeyer, sister-in-law, Marie Helgeson, Manitowoc, god-son, Richard Schuetz, Florida, numerous nieces and nephews, and other family members and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers: Gordon, Arthur, Walter, and Conrad Helgeson, three sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law, and three infant siblings. 
Burial will be at Our Savior's Lutheran Cemetery, Valders, Wisconsin. A memorial service will be held at a later date. 
A memorial fund has been established, in Blanche's name, designated for the St. Andrew Lutheran Church Building Fund. 
The Ballhorn Funeral Chapels are coordinating the arrangements. 
The entire family wishes to extend its sincerest thanks to the staff of Greendale Health & Rehabilitation Center for the wonderful and loving care they gave to Blanche.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter Tuesday, January 10, 2006

GORDON T. HELGESON 

Gordon T. Helgeson, 82, of Valders, died Monday, Jan. 7, at Rock Haven 
Nursing Home, Janesville.
Funeral services will be 11 am Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Oz Twedt and Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and 
burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Helgeson was born June 10, 1902, at Valders, son of the late Henry 
and Julia Torrison Helgeson. He attended Valders Schools and the 
Scandinavia Academy. Mr. Helgeson farmed in the Town of Liberty for 
many years and was later employed by the Valders School System. He 
married Olivia T. Thompson, June 13, 1931, at Valders. Mr. Helgeson was 
a member and past president of Valders Lions Club, a member of 
Manitowoc County Farm Bureau, Valders, and St. Nazianz Senior Citizens 
and Faith Lutheran Church.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, James and Patricia of Fort Benning, 
Georgia; a daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Alvin Schuetz of Janesville; a 
daughter-in-law, Della Helgeson of Manitowoc; a brother, Arthur of Collins; 
two sisters, Miss Blanche Helgeson and Mrs. Victor Lensmeyer, both of 
Sheboygan; eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He was preceded 
in death by his wife, a son, Donald and two brothers, Walter and Conrad.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, 6 pm to 9 pm 
Thursday and Friday from 9:30 am to the time of services. 
Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is in charge of funeral 
arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times January 9, 1985 p.3
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


GUNDER HELGESON

RURAL NEWS—Eaton—Gunder Helgeson, one of the oldest settlers of this 
community, died at the home of his son, Albert, last Wednesday, and 
was buried at Our Savior’s church cemetery at Valders on Saturday. 
Deceased, who had spent nearly his entire life on the farm where he 
died, was born seventy-six years ago in Telemarken, Norway, his 
parents being Helge and Gunhild Gunderson. He was twice married, his 
first wife dying about forty years ago left him with a family of six 
children, all of who (sic) are living, being Martha of Florence county, 
Henry and Albert of Valders, Bertha, Mrs. Thomas Thompson of Canada, 
Emma, Mrs. Olayes Aslackson of Plymouth, Ohio, and Nora of Cleveland, 
Ohio, all of whom with the exception of Mrs. Thompson arrived for the 
death and funeral of their father. 
Mr. Helgeson was a man of sterling character and noble qualities, a 
good neighbor and a splendid citizen and will be mourned and missed 
not only by his own family but by all his friends as well. His second 
wife who was Miss Kugeborg (sic) preceded him in death twelve years ago. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, June 10, 1925  P. 10 


HENRY HELGESON   (d. 1960)

Henry Helgeson, 78, of Elm Terrace Nursing Home, Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he had been a patient the 
past month.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 
Valders, intern Lauren Espeland will officiate and burial will be in the 
church cemetery.
He was born Feb. 10, 1882, in the Town of Glenmore, Brown County, son of the 
late Ole and Ida Anderson Helgeson. He never married and farmed in Manitowoc 
County all his life.
Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Lena Reinertson of Kiel, Mrs. Hannah Ludstrom 
of Chicago and Mrs. Emma Torrison of Chicago; and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 7 o'clock this Thursday 
evening until noon Friday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in 
state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 7, 1960 P. 18


HENRY OSCAR HELGESON

VALDERS MAN KILLED WHEN STRUCK BY TREE
Skull Fractured by Falling Tree While at Work in Timber Lot
Henry Helgeson, 51, living one mile west of the village of Valders, 
died of a skull fracture at his home at 9 o’clock last night, the 
victim of a falling tree which he cut down for lumber in a timber tract 
owned jointly by him and Gustave Gilbert. The accident occurred at 9 
o’clock yesterday morning, shortly after the men had started their work 
and Gilbert, who witnessed the mishap, took Helgeson in a car to 
rush him to his home. Drs. Rauch and Farrell were called and an 
examination revealed the fracture at the base of the skull, leaving 
little hope for recovery. The death followed last night.
Helgeson was caught a glancing blow by a limb of the tree as it was 
felled and was struck to the ground. Gilbert came to his assistance 
immediately and Helgeson was able to get up and sat up in the car on 
the trip to his home. He apparently dozed on the way, the tract being 
about two miles from his home. It was not until after the doctors had 
been called the graveness of the injury was realized.
Born in the county, Helgeson had always made his home here. He is 
survived by his widow and five [six] children and several brothers and 
sisters. The funeral will be held  Friday afternoon at 1 o’clock from 
the home and 2 o’clock from the Lutheran church at Valders, Rev. O.K. 
Espeseth officiating. Burial will be at the Valders cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times; 1927


JULIA TOMENA TORRISON HELGESON (Mrs. Henry)

1 May 1877 - 8 March 1936; Buried at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders, WI
    (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)

MRS. HELGESON GETS SUMMONS—March 8, 1936
Valders Woman Dies Sunday; Rites Held Wednesday
Mrs. Julia Helgeson, 58, died early Sunday morning at her home in 
Valders following an illness of over three weeks.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 from the 
Valders Lutheran church, the Rev. O.K. Espeseth officiating. Burial 
will be made in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Helgeson, nee Julia Torrison, was born May 1, 1877 in the town of 
Rockland. She married October 24, 1900. Her husband preceded her in 
death. She was a member of Our Savior’s Ladies Aid society.
Survivors include two daughters, Blanche and Edna, both at home; four 
sons, Gordon, Arthur, Walter and Conrad, all at home; and one sister, 
Mrs. Ella Jackson of Chicago.
The body will be at the home until the time of the services.

NORMAN W. HELGESON

Norman W. Helgeson, 68, of Route 1, Plymouth, died unexpectedly Tuesday afternoon, June 30, of an apparent heart attack.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday at Wittkopp Funeral Home, Plymouth. The Rev. Carl Peters, pastor of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. 
Mr. Helgeson was born Oct. 11, 1912, in the Town of Liberty, Manitowoc County, son of the late Albert and Sophia Wigen Helgeson. He attended Sunnycrest Grade School and Valders High School. He married Sarah Sichinger in 1932 at Whitelaw. They lived and farmed near Cleveland until 1944, when they moved to Plymouth. He was a cattle buyer for H.A. Meyer Livestock in Plymouth until 1966, then worked at Kohler Company, retiring in 1978?. His wife preceded him in death Oct. 23, 1967. 
Survivors include a son, Lawrence Helgeson of Plymoouth, a brother, John Helgeson of Valders; four sisters, Mrs. James Forsyth of Milwaukee, Mrs. Walter Yonke of Manitowoc and Mrs. Willard Wirth of Viroqua (sic-only 3 sisters listed) , two grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A son and a daughter preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Wittkopp Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Thursday and Friday until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established in his name. 
Herald Times Reporter, July 1, 1981 P. 3

OLE HELGESON

Ole Helgeson, a pioneer resident, passed away at the home of his 
daughter, Mrs. Emma Torrison, early Tuesday morning after a lingering 
illness of more than a year, at the age of 75 years. Born in Valders, 
Norway, March 1849, he came to Manitowoc a young man of seventeen years, 
in 1866. On May 17, 1873, he was married to Miss Tostenson who preceded 
him in death three years ago. For many years, Mr. Helgeson was engaged 
in farming. About twelve years ago, Mr. and Mrs. Helgeson retired from 
farming and had since resided in Valders. 
The deceased is survived by eight children who are Mrs. Alfred Reinertson 
and Mrs. Emma Torrison of Valders, Mrs. T. Jensen of Kempton, N. Dak., 
Mrs. Harry Harlow of Norwood, Ohio, Mrs. H. Londstrom, Mrs. Alfred Halderson, 
Henry and Isi of Chicago, also twenty grandchildren and one great grandchild. 
Mr. Helgeson was an active member of Our Saviors church and and funeral 
services were held at the church at two oclock this afternoon, Rev. O.K. 
Espeseth officiating…
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, December 12, 1924 P. 9 


OLIVIA ELEANORA THOMPSON HELGESON

Mrs. Gorden (Olivia) Helgeson, 79, of Valders, died Monday evening, 
July 30, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 am Thursday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. Rev. Carl Peters and Rev. Oz Twedt will officiate and burial 
will be in Our Savior Cemetery.
Mrs. Helgeson was born June 13, 1905, at Valders, daughter of the late 
Thomas and Mary Jonsrud Thompson. She attended Valders area schools and 
was a 1923 graduate of Lincoln High School. She taught school for 28 
years in the Manitowoc County School System. She married Gordon 
Helgeson on June 13, 1931, at Valders. Mrs. Helgeson was a member of 
Valders Senior Citizens and ALCW & SLCW of Faith Lutheran Church.
Survivors include her husband, Gordon; a son and daughter-in-law, 
a daughter and son-in-law, a daughter-in-law, a sister, Mrs. Ed 
Hampton of Concord, California; eight grandchildren and two great 
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Donald, 
and two brothers.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, 6 pm to 9 pm 
Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:30 am to the time of services. 
Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is in charge of arrangements.
13 June 1905 - 30 July 1984; Buried at Our Saviors Lutheran Cemetery, 
Valders, WI. (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  July 31, 1984 p.3
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Notes from Valders
Miss Olivia Thompson, daughter of Mrs. Mary Thompson and Gordon Helgeson, 
son of Mrs. Julia Helgeson were married Saturday, June 13. The nuptial services 
were read by the Rev. Espeseth at Our Savior's Church at Valders at 7 o'clock in 
the evening. Miss Agnes Thompson was the maid of honor, Miss Blanch Helgeson 
and Miss Edna Helgeson were bridesmaids. Orin Thompson and Arthur Helgeson 
were the groom's attendants. Little June Thompson acted as flower girl and Lloyd 
Geraldson was the ring bearer. The couple left later on a honeymoon and will be at 
home to their friends after July 15. They will reside on a farm which the groom owns 
and operates on Route 1, Valders.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., June 18, 1931 


SOPHIA HELGESON

Mrs. Albert (Sophia) Helgeson, 88, formerly of Rt. 1, Valders, died 
Saturday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in Our 
Saviour Cemetery, Valders.
Mrs. Helgeson, nee Sophia Wigen, was born May 23, 1884, in the Town of 
Eaton, daughter of the late Ole and Riginald Hougen Wigen. She was 
married to Albert Helgeson Dec. 2, 1911, at Valders. Her husband preceded 
her in death Dec. 11, 1963.
Survivors include two sons, Norman, of Plymouth and John, of Rt. 1, Valders; 
three daughters, Mrs. James (Alice Mae) Forsyth, of Milwaukee, Mrs. Clarence 
(Jennette) Paque, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Willard (Dorothy) Werth, of Viroqua; 
13 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Five brothers, two sisters 
and a grandson preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 o'clock 
this Monday afternoon until 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and then at the church until 
the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 18, 1972


WALTER HELGESON

Walter Helgeson
birth: 17 December 1906 Liberty
death: 13 January 1907 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1907 Liberty
father: Henry Helgeson
mother: Julia
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


OLE THOMPSON HELLE

Ole Thompson Helle, son of *Thomas Olsen and Kari Evensdatter, 
b 3 Jan 1841 Brrekkenseiet in Vang, d 23 Dec 1911 bur Vor Frelsers. 
Immigrated 1848 with his parents. Farmer in Cato. 
m1 3 March 1867 Manitowoc County to Oline (bp alia), 
daughter of *Tidemand Olsen and Guri Alfsdatter, 
b 25 Nov 1843 Hilmen in Nord-Aurdal, d 30 April 1880 bur Valders. 
m2 11 July 1888 Gjerpen to Ida Nicoline, 
daughter of "Ole Christiansen and Anne Christine Hafner, 
b 7 March 1850 Aker, d 26 Dec 1927. 
Children: Clara Olava b 5 Jan 1868; 
Gelena Marie b 8 March 1869, m 4 Sept 1892 Valders to Olaf Egeland, Chicago; 
Emma Sophie b 3 Oct 1870; 
Anne Thomine b 31 Dec 1871, m Norman Samuelson; 
Thomas Alfred b 23 Feb 1874, d 25 Jan 1927, m 29 June 1904 St Pauls to Mary daughter of *Torger K Johnsrud; 
Mathilde Dorthea b 6 Sept 1875; 
Hilma Theodora b 24 April 1877, m 5 Sept 1900 Vor Frelsers to Albert son of "Svend Samuelson; 
Oscar Tidemand b 22 Sept 1878, d 1 Oct 1878; 
Elise Birthine b 13 Sept 1879, d 13 Aug 1880; 
Oskar Tholman b 25 March 1889, m 28 Nov 1917 St Pauls to Emma H. Voboril; 
Carl Elmer b 1 April 1890, d 22 Oct 1890; 
Edward Christian d 1 April 1890 immediately after birth; 
Elma Eleonora b 12 Aug 1891, m Almer Halversen.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 195, 196


ALTON B. HOUGEN

Alton Hougen, 62, of Rt. 2, Reedsville, died Friday morning at his 
residence. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate with burial in Our Savior 
Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Hougen was born Jan. 8, 1914, in the Town of Cato, son of the late 
Christian and Etta Torrison Hougen. He attended Valders schools and was 
a farmer. He was also employed at Voigt Lumber Co. and Valders Oil Co. 
He married May Schurr Sept. 30, 1944, at Manitowoc. She preceded him in 
death in January of 1973. He married Frieda Bruss March 21, 1975, at 
Manitowoc. 
Survivors include his wife, two sons, David, of Sheboygan and Dennis, of 
Howards Grove; three step-sons, Gerald Franz, of New Hall, Calif., Rudie 
Bruss, of Manitowoc and Herman Bruss, of Huntington Beach, Calif.; two 
sisters, Mrs. Ted (Ellen) Bieberitz, of Valders and Mrs. Lloyd (Vera Mae) 
Voigt, of Manitowoc and nine grandchildren. Three brothers preceded him 
in death. 
Friends may call at Christiansen-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, from 4 to 9 p.m. 
Saturday and at the church from 12:30 p.m. Sunday until the time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, Friday, December 31, 1976  P. 3


ANNA K. HOUGEN

Notes From Valders:
Mrs Knut Hougen passed away at the home of her son Torval on Friday evening. 
Deceased was born in Norway and was 85 years old. She leaves three sons to mourn 
her loss, Tollef of North Dakota, Andrew who lives in Brown Co, and Torval who is a 
resident of this county, a sister, Mrs. Iverson, and a brother Mr. Harry Thorson of Minn., 
and a host of friends. The funeral was held from Our Saviours church on Monday. 
Rev. Espeseth performed the burial rites.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, February 17, 1910  pg. 8
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Notes From Valders:
Mr. Even Tollefson and wife of Manitowoc attended the funeral of Mrs Hougen.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, February 17, 1910  pg. 8
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Notes From Quarry:
Miss Olga Wigen was home to attend the funeral of her grandmother, Mrs. Hougen, last Monday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, February 17, 1910  pg. 8


CHRISTIAN HOUGEN

Christian Hougen, 91, formerly of Rt. 2, Reedsville, died Tuesday 
at Holy Family Extended Care Facility, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Faith Lutheran 
Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate with burial 
in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. 
Mr. Hougen was born July 23, 1884, in the Town of Liberty, son of 
the late Thorval and Julia Berge Hougen. He attended Liberty schools 
and was a farmer all his life. He married Etta Torrison Oct. 19, 
1910, at Valders. She preceded him in death. 
Survivors include a son Alton of Rt. 2, Reedsville; two daughters, 
Mrs. Ted (Ellen) Bieberitz, of Valders and Mrs. Lloyd (Verna Mae) 
Voigt, of Manitowoc; four sisters, Mrs. Jessie (Minnie) Flemming, of 
Frederick, Okla., Mrs. Mabel DeVall of the state of Washington, Mrs. 
Nora Torrison, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Henry (Gladys) Miller, of Milwaukee; 
nine grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Three sons, four 
brothers and a sister preceded him in death. 
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, after 
4 p.m. Thursday until noon Friday and then at the church until the 
time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, Wednesday December 31, 1975  P. 3


ETTA HOUGEN

Mrs. Christian Hougen, 56, nee Etta Torrison, died last night at 
the Holy Family hospital following a stroke she suffered at the 
farm home in Cato a week ago. 
Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the home 
and at two o’clock at Our Saviors Lutheran church in Valders. 
Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. 
Mrs. Hougen was born in Rockland in 1887 and in 1910 was married 
to Mr. Hougen. They located on the farm in Cato. 
Survivors are the widower, two daughters, Mrs. Theodore Bieberitz 
of Valders and Verna Mae, on the home farm; son, Alton, on the farm; 
two brothers, Bennett of Rockland and Orrin of Valders; four sisters, 
Mrs. Alfred Christianson and Mrs. Leonard Larson of Cato, Mrs. Joel 
Johnson of Liberty, Mrs. Leonard Johnston of Valders; also two 
grandchildren. 
The body will be moved to the Hougen home from the Berge funeral home, 
Valders, Sunday noon and may be viewed there until the hour of the 
services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, Oct. 29, 1943 P. 2


JULIA HOUGEN

DEATH CLAIMS LIBERTY WOMAN 
Funeral Service on Tuesday For Mrs. Julia Hougen, 72 
After a week’s illness, Mrs. Julia Hougen, Town of Liberty resident, 
died Saturday night at the hospital here. She was 72. 
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the homestead, 
two miles west of Valders, and at 2:30 p.m. from Our Savior church 
at Valders. 
The deceased whose maiden name was Julia Thompson Berge, was born 
in Norway in 1862 and came to this country at an early age. She was 
married in Liberty in 1881 to Thorval Hougen and they took up their 
home on the present farm. 
Survivors are the husband, five daughters, Mrs. R. M. Olbeper, Clayton, 
N.M., Mrs. A. F. Fleming, Hollister, Okla., Mrs. Ray DuVall, Fort 
Atkinson, Mrs. Bennett Torrison, Rockland, and Mrs. Henry Miller, 
Milwaukee; four sons, Christian, Bennett and Henry, all of Cato and 
Anton of Texas, and 16 grandchildren. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, July 16, 1934  P. 2
(NOTE: Birth year doesn't match tombstone)


KNUD T. HOUGEN

Knud Tollefsen Hougen, son of Tollef Tollefsen and Ragnild Knudsdatter, 
brother *Iver, b 26 Oct 1825 Holdahl in Nord-Aurdal, 
d 23 April 1903. Immigrated 1852. Signed the bylaws 1853 Two Rivers. 
Farmer in Liberty 1855-1885, in Cato 1895 1900. 
m 11 Nov 1849 Nord-Aurdal to Anne, daughter of Thore Olsen and Siri Knudsdatter, 
brothers *Ole and *Harald, sister m *Iver Iversen, b 1 March 1824 Dovre in Nord-Aurdal, 
d 10 Feb 1910. 
Children: 
Ragnild b 26 Jan 1851, m *Ole Knudsen Wigen; 
*Tollef b 19 Feb 1855; 
*Thorvald b 2 Sept 1858; 
*Andreas b cl861; 
Sophia b 23 Feb 1864, d 18 April 1881.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 133-134
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Knute Hogen
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name	Knute Hogen
Event Type	Death
Event Date	1903
Event Place	Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
Residence Place	Cato, Wis.
Gender	Male
Age	77
Birth Year (Estimated)	1826
Father's Birthplace	Norway
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch
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Knute Hogen
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials
Name	Knute Hogen
Gender	Male
Death Date	23 Apr 1903
Death Place	Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Age	77
Birth Date	1826
Father's Birthplace	Norway
"Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch


MAE E. HOUGEN

Mrs. Alton Hougen, 58, of Rt. 2, Reedsville, died Wednesday morning 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in 
Our Saviours Cemetery, Valders.
Mrs. Hougen, nee Mae Schurr, was born Nov. 23, 1916, in the Town of 
Manitowoc, dauther of the late David Schurr and Mrs. Emma Schurr. She 
was married to Alton Hougen Sept. 30, 1944, at Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband, two sons, David and Dennis, of Sheboygan; 
her mother; a brother, Henry, of Rt. 2, Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Kermit 
Johnson, of Rt. 1, Valders; and two grandchildren. 
A sister preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. 
Thursday until 11:30 a.m. Friday and then at the church until the time 
of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. January 10, 1973 pg. 3


RAYMOND HOUGEN

QUARRY
Master Raymond Hogan died Friday. He was sick only a few weeks. The remains 
were interred at Valders Tuesday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Apr. 16, 1914 - page 4


RUSSELL V. HOUGEN

Funeral services for Russell Hougen, 27, town of Cato youth who was 
fatally shot yesterday, will be held Sunday afternoon at 1:30 from 
the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Christ Hougen, 2-1/2 miles 
northwest of Valders. The body will be taken from the home to the 
Our Savior’s church, the Rev. O. K. Espeseth officiating. Burial 
will be in the adjoining cemetery. 
Mr. Hougen was born in the Town of Cato, May 15, 1912. He attended 
grade and high school in Valders and was employed at the Nestles 
company plant in Valders at the time of his death. 
The body is to be taken to the home from the Berge funeral parlors 
in Valders Saturday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 5, 1939  P. 2
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Account of shooting in Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, May 4, 1939 p.2


THORVAL HOUGEN

FARMER DIES NEAR VALDERS
Thorval Hougen, 77, Will Be Buried On Friday 
Thorval Hougen, 77, died Tuesday at the home of his son, Christian, 
near Valders. A retired farmer, Mr. Hougen had made his home with 
his son for the last year.
The body is at the Berge funeral home and will be removed to the 
Christian Hougen residence Friday at 10 a.m. The funeral will be 
held Friday at 1:30 p.m. from the residence and later from Our 
Savior’s Church, Valders. The Rev. O. K. Espeseth will officiate. 
Mr. Hougen was born in the Town of Liberty on Sept. 2, 1859. He 
married Julia Berge Thompson in 1877. Mrs. Thompson preceded him 
in death. The survivors are five daughters, Mrs. R.M. Olbeter, 
Clayton, N.M., Mrs. J. Fleming, Hollister, Okla., Mrs. Mabel DeVall, 
Fort Atkinson, Wis., Mrs. Bennett Torrison, Valders, and Mrs. Henry 
Miller, Milwaukee; four sons, Christian and Bennett, Valders, Anton, 
Texline, Tex., and Henry, Manitowoc; two brothers, Tollef Hougen of 
Manferd, N.D., and Andrew Hougen, Agoma (sic) , Wis., and 16 
grandchildren. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 17, 1937  P. 9 
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From the Files of the Pilot – Twenty-Five Years Ago – 1897 
Quite a destructive fire occurred in Cato on Thursday last, caused by a spark from 
the boiler of a threshing machine working on the farm of Thorval Hougen. His barn 
was set in flames in an instant and with it burned all his grain. The fire spread to the 
dwelling house and it and its contents were destroyed. The burning shingles were 
carried by the wind to a barn a quarter mile distant owned by Otis Johnson and this 
was burned with its contents. The latter also lost a horse and some hogs. Hougen's 
loss is $2500 and Johnson's, $4500. Each had a small amount of insurance in a local 
company.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Sept. 14, 1922


ENGEBRET JOHNSON

Engebret Johnsen, son of John Knudsen and Astri Engebretsdatter, 
b 30 June 1836 Gigstad in Nord-Aurdal, d 27 Aug 1921. Husmann at Bergum in Nord-Aurdal. 
Immigrated 1873, declaration of intent 1876. Farmer in Rockland 1885-. 
m Marit Eriksdatter, b c1835 Norway, d 24 Dec 1885 bur Valders. 
Children: John b 28 Sept 1862, d 26 Sept 1934; 
Ragnild b 26 Sept 1866; 
Erik b 9 Sept 1871.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 49

JOHN E. JOHNSON

COLLINS MAN DIES AT HOME 
John E. Johnson, 72, Will Be Buried On Saturday 
John E. Johnson, 72, Collins farmer, passed away at his home late Wednesday morning following an illness of over six weeks duration. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. from the home and at 2 o’clock from the Savior’s Lutheran church at Valders. Burial will be made in the adjoining cemetery.
The deceased was born in Valders, Norway, on Sept. 28, 1862. He came to America at the age of 11 and settled in Manitowoc county. John was never married. 
Survivors include a brother, Eric Johnson and a sister, Mrs. August Schwanke of Brillion; a niece, Mrs. Eleanor Wenzel of Potters; and three nephews, Otto Schwanke of Valders, Walter Schwanke of Chilton and Elmer Schwanke of Potters.
The body will be removed to the home Friday afternoon from the Berge funeral parlors.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 27, 1934  P. 2

LOUISA M. JURGENS

Louisa "Lucy" Mathilda Jurgens, age 99, of 1712 Monroe St., New Holstein, 
died on Friday evening, July 25, 2008, at Homestead Care Center, New Holstein.
She was born on March 13, 1909, in the town of Schleswig, daughter of the 
late August and Bertha (Jeske) Lilge. Lucy attended Kiel High School, 
graduating with the class of 1927. On Dec. 25, 1934, she married Thomas 
Jurgens in Louis Corners. He preceded her in death on May 18, 1998. Lucy 
was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. She enjoyed quilting with 
the Valders church ladies aid society, crocheting Norwegian flags, and she 
especially loved gardening. She was employed at the Salvatorian Seminary.
Survivors include one daughter-in-law: Dorothy Jurgens; four grandchildren: 
Barb (Lori Wunsch) Jurgens; Sue (Mari Scicero) Jurgens; Cindy (Mark) 
Neumann; and Sally (Tim) Bond; two great-grandchildren: Jacob Neumann 
and Grant Neumann; and one brother-in-law: Ray (Clara) Jurgens. Nieces, 
nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. 
Lucy was also preceded in death by one son: Wayne Jurgens; eight brothers: 
Carl Lilge, Hugo Lilge, Arnold Lilge, Walter Lilge, Arthur Lilge, August Lilge Jr., 
Paul Lilge and Oscar Lilge; three sisters and two brothers-in-law: Eleanor Lilge; 
Lydia (Lester) Prange; AND Beata (Milfred) Prange.
Funeral services will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 30, 2008, at the 
Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders. Officiating at the service will be 
Pastor Bill Gruenstern, with burial to follow immediately after the service in 
Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, July 30, 2008, at 
Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders from 2:30 p.m. until the time of 
the service at 3:30 p.m.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff at 
Calumet Homestead Care Center for their loving care given to Lucy during 
her stay.
Herald Times Reporter, July 29, 2008

THOMAS R. JURGENS

Thomas R. Jurgens, age 88, of 618 Liberty St., Valders, died Monday afternoon, May 18, 1998, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 21, 1998, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be Revs. William Timm and Charles Kurtz, with burial at Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
He was born March 23, 1910, in Clarks Mills, Wis., son of the late Tolleff and Bertha Robley Jurgens. On December 25, 1934, he married the formerLouisa Lilge in Louis Corners, Wis. Mr. Jurgens was employed with Nestle’s Milk Company of Valders for 22 years, and various businesses in the Valders area.
Survivors include his wife, Louisa, Valders; one son and daughter-in-law, Wayne and Dorothy Jurgens, Plymouth, Wis.; four grandchildren, Barbara Jurgens, Sheboygan, Susan Jurgens, Milwaukee, Cindy (Mark) Neumann, Woodbury, Minn., and Sally Jurgens, Seabrook, Tex.; two brothers and one sister-in-law, Raymond and Clara Jurgens, Manitowoc, and Vernon Jurgens, Sheboygan. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by four sisters and one brother.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 11 a.m. 
The Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 20, 1998  P. 2

ADOLPH KLIBER

Adolph Kliber, 88, formerly a farmer, new Valders, died at Medford 
last Friday and the body was returned to Valders for burial Monday. 
Five nephews are the only immediate relatives surviving. 
Manitowoc Sun Messenger, Friday, November 24, 1939  P. 7 
********
Adolph Kliber, 88, former farmer of near Valders, died at his home 
in Medford, Wis., Friday. The body is being sent to Valders where 
funeral services will be held Monday. 
Mr. Kliber was born Dec. 10, 1850, and spent most of his life in 
farming near Valders. He left this county 12 years ago to locate at 
Medford. His wife, who was Caroline Tollefson of Valders before 
their marriage, died in 1918. 
Only survivors are five nephews, Knute and Gust Tollefson of Valders, 
and Oscar, Tollef and Torval Tollefson of Chilton. 
Funeral services will be conducted from the Berge funeral home at 
Valders at 3 p.m. Monday, with burial in the Our Savior’s Lutheran 
church cemetery. The Rev. Ernest Zoerb of Manitowoc will conduct 
the services. The body can be viewed at the Berge funeral home from 
Monday at 9 a.m. until time of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 18, 1939 P. 4

ALFRED KNUTSON

Alfred C. Knutson, 67, of Manitowoc, died Friday afternoon, June 4, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders. The Rev. Oz Twedt will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. 
Mr. Knutson was born Oct. 20, 1914, at Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late Andrew and Julia Snortum Knutson. He attended Roselawn School. Mr. Knutson was employed at Manitowoc Engineering, retiring in 1977. He married Margaret Seekamp, June 6, 1946, at Manitowoc.
Survivors include two sons, James and Thomas of Manitowoc; a daughter, Christine Garrigan of Valders; three sisters, Mrs. Alex (Jenny) Sherven of Valders, Bernice Knutson of Manitowoc and Mrs. Donald (Ruby) McWilliams of Phoenix, Ariz, and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother and a sister.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 6 o’clock to 9 o’clock this Sunday afternoon and from 11 a.m. Monday until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, June 6, 1982 P. 3

ANDRES KNUTSON

Andrew Knutson, 79, of Rt. 1, Valders, died early Tuesday morning 
at his home following a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Faith Lutheran (Our 
Saviors) Church, Valders, with the Rev. Robert A. Onkka officiating. 
Burial will be in the church cemetery. 
He was born Sept. 28, 1882, at Arendall, Norway, son of the late 
Mr. and Mrs. Jens Knutson. He served as first mate on a coal and 
ore boat on the Great Lakes and farmed in the Town of Liberty for 
40 years. He married Julia Snortum Feb. 10, 1909, at Milwaukee. He 
was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and a member of the Roselawn 
(Town of Liberty) School Board. 
Among survivors are his wife; one son, Alfred, of Manitowoc; three 
daughters, Mrs. Alex Sherven of Rt. 1, Valders, Bernice of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Donald Williams of Menominee Falls, Wis.; two brothers, 
Knute of Seattle, Wash., and Chris of Milwaukee; and seven grand-
children. He was preceded in death by one sister, two brothers, one 
daughter and one son. 
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Wednesday at Farley Funeral Home, 
Valders. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, October 21, 1962  P. 11


JULIA KNUTSON

Mrs. Andrew (Julia) Knutson, 86, of Rt. 1, Valders, died Thursday 
afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate with burial in Our Savior 
Cemetery, Valders. 
Mrs. Knutson, nee Julia Snortum, was born July 21, 1889, at Shirley, 
Brown County, daughter of the late Jul and Kjursti Moen Snortum. She 
attended Library School and was married to Andrew Knutson Feb. 10, 1909, 
at Milwaukee.  She was a life member of Faith Lutheran Women. Mr. Knutson 
preceded her in death in 1962. 
Survivors include a son, Alfred of Manitowoc; three daughters, Mrs. Donald 
(Ruby) McWilliams, of Phoenix, Ariz., Mrs. Alex (Jenny) Sherven, of Rt. 1, 
Valders, and Miss Bernice Knutson, of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Charles 
(Selma) Walsh, of Milwaukee; eight grandchildren and three great grand-
children. Three brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. 
Friends may call at Christiansen-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, from 5 to 9 
p.m. Saturday until 11:30 a.m. Sunday and at the church from noon until 
the time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, Friday, August 8, 1975  P. 12

LANIDA KUPSKY

Mrs. Wesley (LaNida) Kupsky, 42, of Rt. 1, Reedsville, died Tuesday morning in Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a short illness.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday in Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, with the Rev. Carl Peters officiating.
Mrs. Kupsky, nee LaNida Sommer, was born Oct. 12, 1935, in Clayton County, Iowa, daughter of the late Albert and Alice Steeman Sommer. She was married to Wesley Kupsky Dec. 25, 1954 in Bonduel. Mrs. Kupsky had been employed with Brillion Iron Works and was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders.
Survivors include her husband; six sons, Wesley Robert Jr., of Rt. 4, Chilton, Richard Allen of Rt. 1, Greenleaf, Kenneth James, Patrick Darrin, Andrew Peter and Timothy Lee at home; three daughters, Barbara Ann of Superior, Katherine Jean and Denise Kay at home; a brother, Milton J. Sommer of Oneida; a sister, Mrs. Mildred Hoffman of St. Alof (sic), Iowa; her step-father, Otto Schultz of Bonduel and three grandchildren.
Friends may call in Wieting Funeral Home, Brillion, after 3 p.m. Thursday until 9 a.m. Friday and then in the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, November 8, 1977  P. 3


ALFRED M. LARSON

Alfred M. Larson, 89, formerly of Route 4, Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning, Dec. 4 at Holy Family Skilled Nursing Facility, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders. The Rev. C.R. Rosenow will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. 
Mr. Larson was born Jan. 5, 1890, in the Town of Cato, son of the late Theodore and Rena Lotten Larson. He attended school at Cato and was a veteran of World War I.  Sept. 15, 1920, he married Mabel Robley at Our Savior Church, Valders. Mr. Larson had been a farmer and employed as a carenter with Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. for many years. His wife preceded him in death May 20, 1925.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Marion and Howard Moldenhauer of Route 1, Manitowoc; three brothers, Thomas and Floyd of Valders and Walter of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Mabel Stenson of Poynette; three grandchildren and four grandchildren (sic). A daughter preceded him in eath May 30, 1926. Three brothers, a sister and a granddaughter also preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, after 1 p.m. Thursday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, December 4, 1979  P. 3


MABEL LARSON

Mrs. Alfred Larson of Valders died at the hospital in this city yesterday, aged 29, death following an illness of six weeks duration. Mrs. Larsen (sic) was born at Valders and married there four years ago. She is survived by her husband and one daughter, Marion, age 3. Mrs. Larson’s grandfather, Knute Robley, died last week.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, May 21, 1925  P. 11


ADELE LIPPERT

Adele P. Lippert, age 90, of Valders, passed away Thursday morning, August 24, 2000, Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers, surrounded by her loving family.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 26, 2000, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders.
She was born April 2, 1910, at Chilton, daughter of the late Otto and Emma Drews Pingle. She attended Hayton Elementary Schol and then completed a course in Practical Nursing at the Plymouth Hospital, and then did Home Care Nursing in the Chilton Area. She married Meinhold (Milo) Lippert, on November 10, 1928, at Waukegan, Ill. He preceded her in death in 1980. The couple resided in Valders since 1931, and celebrated their Golden Anniversary in 1978. She was formerly employed by the Lakeland Egg Coop of Valders, Adele was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, the Valders American Legion Auxiliary Post #28, and a volunteer at the Valders Nutrition Site for many years.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Sally and Jack Hillman, Gladstone, Mich.; four sons and daughters-in-law, Gene and Eleanor Lippert, Aurora, Colo., Charles and Myrna Lippert, Valders, Keith and Audrey Lippert, Valders, Tom and Rena Lippert, Manitowoc; sixteen grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, one great great grandson; five step grandchildren, five step great grandchildren; three sisters, Emma Quandt, Potter, Emily Wiegert, Valders, Margaret Schneider, Montello; one brother-in-law, James De Mets, Fond do Lac. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two infant sons; four sisters and one brother.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders is assisting the family.
Herald Times Reporter, August 2, 2000  P. A2

MEINHOLD "MILO" LIPPERT

Meinhold (Milo) Lippert, 79, of Valders, died Monday afternoon, April 28, 
at the family residence.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. 
The Rev. Carl Peters and Oz Twedt will officiate and burial will be in Our 
Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Lippert was born June 11, 1900, in the Town of Liberty, son of the late 
Louis and Mary Keiselhorst Lippert. He attended Liberty schools and 
Manitowoc Business Colleger. He was employed with the Nestle Company 
for 24 years and then self-employed as a painter until his retirement. He 
married Adele Pingel Nov. 10, 1928, at Waukegan, Ill. Mr. Lippert was a 
member of Faith Lutheran Church and a 42 year member of Fraternal Order 
of Eagles, Arie 706.
Survivors include his wife, Adele; four sons and daughters-in-law, Gene and 
Eleanor of Aurora, Colo., Charles and Myrna and Keith and Audry of Valders, 
and Thomas and Mary Ann of Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law, Sally 
and John Hullman of Gladstone, Mich.; 14 grandchildren and two great 
grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two infant sons, a sister and 
five brothers.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, from 4 p.m. 
to 9 p.m. Wednesday and at the church Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until the 
time of servies.
Herald Times Reporter, April 29, 1980 P.3

THOMAS M. LIPPERT

Thomas M. Lippert, age 57, of 1317 S. 20th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening, Dec. 7, 2004, at his residence. Tom was born Aug. 19, 1947, in Manitowoc, son of the late Milo and Adele Pingel Lippert. He was a graduate of Valders High School, graduating with the class of 1965. Tom received his associate's degree in accounting from Lakeshore Technical College. On Oct. 16, 1992, he married the former Rena Ullman at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Tom was employed with Evenson Construction Co. of Valders as an accountant for many years. Survivors include his wife: Rena Lippert, Manitowoc; a daughter and son-in-law: Shannon Lippert and Jeff Wall, Manitowoc; five stepchildren and their spouses: Carrie and Bill Berg, Manitowoc; Kelly and Joshua Rowland, Cheyenne, Wyo.; Garry Gates and his fiancee, Jane Sanderfoot, Manitowoc; Christopher and Denise Wagner, Manitowoc; Daniel and Alexis Wagner, Sioux Falls, S.D.; 10 grandchildren: Toni and Travis Maurer, Daniel Jagodensky, Rebecca and Brandon Mueller, Mariah Berg, Taylor Wagner, Alissa, Emma and Katherine Wagner; three brothers and sisters-in-law: Gene and Topsi Lippert, Aurora, Colo.; Charles and Myrna Lippert, Valders; Keith and Audrey Lippert, Valders; and a sister and brother-in-law: Sally and Jack Hillman, Gladstone, Mich. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by two infant brothers: Daniel and Roger. The family will greet relatives and friends at Wesley United Methodist Church, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2004, until the time of the memorial service at 11 a.m. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2004, at Wesley United Methodist Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the memorial service will be the Rev. Neil Piepenburg. Cremation will have taken place. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to The Lakeshore Humane Society, Manitowoc. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Tom took great pleasure in long bike rides and watching his grandson's Little League baseball games. Papa Tom will be dearly missed by his little buddies James Nguyen and Corbin Wech and family pets, Bella, Miko and his little Rosie.
Herald Times Reporter  December 2004
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A memorial service for Thomas M. Lippert, age 57, of 1317 S. 20th St., Manitowoc, who died Tuesday evening, Dec. 7, 2004, at his residence, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2004, at Wesley United Methodist Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the memorial service will be the Rev. Neil Piepenburg. Cremation will have taken place. The family will greet relatives and friends at Wesley United Methodist Church, Manitowoc, from 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2004, until the time of the memorial service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to The Lakeshore Humane Society, Manitowoc. The Pfeffer Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter  December 2004


LESTER F. LORITZ

Lester Francis Loritz, age 75, of rural Valders, passed away Sunday afternoon, February 28, 1993, at the Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, the Rev. Carl Peters officiating with burial to follow at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
He was born August 23, 1917, at Manitowoc, son of the late Julius and Josephine Holzer Loritz. He attended Manitowoc Public Schools graduating from Lincoln High School in 1935, and then attended Marquette University. He was formerly employed at the Nestle Company, Lakeland Egg Co-op and retired from Leverenz Shoe Company. He married Joyce Thompson September 26, 1963, at Our Saviors Church, Valders. He was a Charter Member of the North American Fishing Club, an Army Veteran of World War II, a member of the American Legion Post Thompson Burkart No. 28, and a member of Faith Lutheran Church. He was an avid fisherman.
Survivors include his wife, Joyce; three sons and daughters-in-law ,James and Mary, New Holstein, John and Colleen, rural Valders, Joseph and Sara, Manitowoc; nine grandchlidren, Reuel, Jessica, and Sara Loritz, Ezdon, Jenna and Tore Loritz Ryan, Michael, and Rachel Loritz; five brothers, Kenneth, Manitowoc, Clemens, Springfield, Mass., Floyd, Manitowoc, J. Charles, Gerald and Mary of Kingman, Ariz.; two sisters, Beatrice Moore, Francis Creek, Cerella and Arthur Schlei, Manitowoc; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Margaret Loritz, Manitowoc; two brothers-in-law, Lloyd Ford, Valley Park, Mo., Richard Ratajczek, Manitowoc; two brothers-in-law and three sisters-in-law, Harvey and Alice Thompson, Ames, Iowa, Lawrence and Judith Vallesky, Valders, Dorothy Nicoloff, Palatine, Ill. He is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by five sisters ad three brothers-in-law.
Friends may call at the Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, Wednesday morning from 9:30 am. Until the time of service.
The Christianson-Deja Funeral Home of Valders is serving the family.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 1, 1993  P. A2


DONALD E. MARSHALL

Marshall and Behnke were the drivers of cars which collided nearly headon three miles east of Reedsville on a Highway 10 curve on the east side of the Grimms underpass at about 11:10 p.m. Sunday. 
Marshall died outright of severe head and chest injuries and multiple fractures. Behnke passed away at 8:08 a.m. Monday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, of severe head injuries and multiple fractures. 
Nearly Headon 
Marshall’s wife, Gertrude, 51, was hospitalized in serious condition with head injuries and fractured ribs and wrist. 
Investigating officers reported that Behnke apparently crossed the center line while negotiating the curve and slammed nearly headon into the Marshall car in the latter’s lane of traffic. Marshall was traveling east and Behnke was westbound at the time.
Behnke’s 1969 model Plymouth Roadrunner spun around and came to rest on the north shoulder approximately 100 feet from the point of impact. The Marshall vehicle landed upright near the point of the collision on the south edge of the roadway. Marshall was found lying on the road shoulder near his wrecked car…
Mr. Marshall was born Sept. 20, 1918, at Draper, S.D. He was employed at Lauson Engineering Co., New Holstein, and was a television repairman at Valders. He married Gertrude Rosin Aug. 7, 1948, at Manitowoc.
Funeral Thursday 
Survivors include his wife; a step-daughter, Mrs. Donald Skinkis, of Reedsville; three brothers, O.W., J. Edward and Franklin and two sisters, Mrs. Ethel Speare and Mrs. Dortha Roush of South Dakota.
Funeral services for Mr. Marshall will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. Wednesday until noon Thursday when the body will be moved to the church. The casket will remain closed…
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 5, 1969  pp. 1-12 


GERTRUDE MARSHALL (1st husband Burt/2nd husband Marshall/3rd husband Torrison)

Gertrude Marie (Marshall) Torrison, age 80, of Valders, died Thursday evening, May 1, 1997 , at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 1 pm. Monday, May 5, 1997, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. William Timm and Rev. Charles Kurtz will officiate with burial to follow at Our Saviour’s Cemetery, Valders.
She was born July 19, 1916, in Wrightstown, daughter of the late John and Emma Kamps Rosin. She attended Wrightstown Schools. She was formerly employed at Leverenz Shoe Company, Valders, and the Manitowoc Health Care Center. She married Clarence Burt September 12, 1936. She later married Don Marshall August 7, 1946. He preceded her in death in 1969. She then married Ivan Torrison September 22, 1973. He preceded her in death in 1989.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Mary Lou and Leland Krepline, rural Reedsville, rural Reedsville; nine grandchildren, Debbie Loberger, Cato, Scott and Mary Skinkis, Kewaunee, Bruce and Lori Skinkis, Brillion, Gary Skinkis, Atlanta, Ga., Todd Skinkis, rural Reedsville, Guy Skinkis, Texas, Melissa Krepline, rural Reedsville, Susan and Mark Stanelle, Brillion, Sandra Krepline, Hilbert; 10 great-grandchildren, Tanya, B.J. and Tiffany Loberger, Donnie, Richard and Michelle Skinkis, Jesse Skinkis, Paige, Haley and Marshall Stanelle. She was preceded in death by an infant son, a sister, a brother and a grandson.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church on Monday, May 5, 1997, from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 2, 1997  P. A2

EMIL E. MUELLER

Emil Mueller, 74, died Saturday evening at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc, following a short illness. He was a long time resident 
of Valders. 
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Our Savior 
Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Norman Berntson will officiate. 
Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. 
Mr. Mueller was born in 1877 at Farmington, Wis. He had lived in 
Valders for a number of years. 
He is survived by a brother, Edwin Mueller of Filmore, Wis. 
Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home, Valders, from noon 
Monday until 11 a.m. Tuesday morning. The casket will lie in state 
at Our Savior Lutheran Church until time of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 10, 1952  P. 2

ALMIRA G. MYHRE

Almera Geraldine Thompson Myhre, 97, died on June 1, 2015 at Tudor Retirement Community in Muskego. 
A funeral was on June 4 at Atonement Lutheran Church in Miskego. A burial service will be held at Our Savior's Cemetery of Faith Lutheran Church in Valders on July 27, at 11 am.  
Almera, daughter of the late Elmer and Alletta Thompson, grew up in the Valders area and graduated from Valders High School. 
She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Roger, her children and their spouses, Laura ad Mark Nelson, Sue and Scott Hagerty and John and Sandy Myhre, 7 grandchildren and one great grandson.  She is further survived by other relatives and friends. 
Memorials can be made to Atonement Lutheran Church in Muskego or Lutherdale Bible Camp.
Valders Journal - July 16, 2015
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Myhre, Almira G. (Nee Thompson ). Age 97. Went home to heaven June 1, 2015. 
Loving wife of Roger for 60 years. Beloved mother of Laura (Mark) Nelson, Sue (Scott) Hagerty and John (Sandy). Proud grandma of Erika (Joseph) Jungbauer, Stephanie Nelson, Erin Hagerty, Shannon Hagerty, Brendon Hagerty, Kayla Myhre and Taylor Myhre. Great-grandma of Weston Jungbauer. Further survived by other relatives and friends. 
Memorial gathering at Atonement Lutheran Church, S70 W16244 Martin Dr. Muskego, TODAY, Wed., June 3 from 6-8 PM. Funeral service Thurs. June 4 at the church at 10AM. 
Memorials to Atonement Lutheran Church or Lutherdale Bible Camp appreciated.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel   June 3, 2015


ADA NAUMAN

Mrs. Ada M. Nauman, 71, a former Valders resident, died Tuesday morning at Del Ray Beach, Fla., where she had been residing.
Funeral arrangements are being arranged in Florida.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Tuesday, October 24, 1972 pg. 3
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Ada M Nauman
Florida Death Index
Affiliate CD Number	FDI08
Certificate Number	68562
Name	Ada M Nauman
Event Type	Death
Event Date	24 Oct 1972
Event Place	Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Gender	Unknown
Age	71
Race	White
Birth Date	12 Sep 1901
Affiliate File Name	Fdi08.txt
Affiliate Line Number	276262
"Florida Death Index, 1877-1998," database, FamilySearch
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Ada Nauman
United States Social Security Death Index
Age	71
Given Name	Ada
Surname	Nauman
Birth Date	12 Sep 1901
State	Wisconsin
Last Place of Residence	Delray Beach, Palm Beach, Florida
Previous Residence Postal Code	33444
Event Date	Oct 1972
"United States Social Security Death Index," database, FamilySearch


CLAYON NELSON

Clayon Nelson, 75, of Golden Valley, Minn., formerly of Valders, died Thursday, November 5, at Robinsdale, Minn. 
Funeral services will be 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Mervin Thompson will officiate and burial will be 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Mervin Thompson will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery.
Mr. Nelson was born Jan. 15, 1906, at Valders, son of the late Otto and Sophia Nelson. He attended Valders Schools and married Bergetta Thompson in 1951 at Valders. Mr. Nelson was formerly associated with Anderson Shoe Store, Manitowoc, and more recently was employed with American Lutheran Church. He was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church in Golden Valley.
Survivors include his wife, two brothers, Walter L. Nelson of Holmes Beach, Fla., and Russell E. Nelson of San Bernardino, Calif., and four sisters, Mrs. Harley (Lola) Torrison of Essex, Conn., Mrs. Fred (Emilette) Lane of Tippon, Ind., Mrs. William (Harriet) Gurgel of Chicago and Mrs. Edward (Janet) Anderson of Manitowoc.
The family will receive visitors at the church from 6:30 p.m. Sunday until the time of service. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, November 6, 1981  P. 3

JOHN H. NELSON

John H. Nelson, 66, died early today at his home in the Town of Liberty following 
a lingering illness.
He was born April 6, 1890, at Deer Creek, Minn., and in 1910 married Grace Horner 
at Deer Creek.  He was fire chief at Deer Creek for a number of years before coming 
to Valders in 1937 as a machinist and salesman for the Christel Corp.  He retired 
during the past year and recently married Mrs. Ovila Meyer of Valders.
Survivors are his wife, two sons, Erwin of Northfield, Minn., and Davol of St. Cloud, 
Minn.; two daughters, Mrs. R. F. Crosby of Sioux Falls, S.D., and Mrs. Delroy 
Czaznatski of La Crosse; 10 grandchildren; a brother Axel of Fergus Falls, Minn.; and 
four sisters, Mrs. Ann Schockey of Oakland Calif., Mrs. Nora Krueger of Deer Creek, 
Minn., Mrs. Laura Koehler of Hennings, Minn., and Mrs. Dollie Roadlund of Duluth, 
Minn.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Valders, 
the Rev. A. B. Holland, officiating. Burial will be made in the adjoining cemetery.
Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home, Valders, from 2 p.m. Sunday until 11 a.m. 
Monday when the body will be taken to the church.
Contributions for the American Cancer Society fund are being received in memory of Mr. 
Nelson.
The Sheboygan Press – Saturday, May 5, 1956 – P. 6

OTTO N. NELSON

Otto N. Nelson, 74, of Valders, retired rural mail carrier, died Wednesday afternoon at his home in the village.
He was born in Eaton in 1874 and in 1905 married Sophie Evenson. He was first employed at the elevator in Valders and then took a position as rural mail carrier out of Valders, retiring in 1940 after 30 years service.
Survivors are his wife; four daughters, Mrs. Hartley Torrison of Maywood, Ill., Mrs. Fred Lane of Tipton, Ind., Miss Hazel Nelson of Valders and Miss Harriet Nelson of Chicago; three sons, Clayton of Valders, Walter of Arlington, Va., and Russell of Los Angeles; brother Edward of Collins; two sisters, Mrs. Harry Halderson of Valders and Mrs. Lottie Weydt of Wittenberg; and seven grandchildren. A son, Wayneworth, was killed in action in the last war.
Funeral plans are incomplete and will be announced Friday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 13, 1948  P. 2
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Funeral services for Otto N. Nelson, 74, of Valders, who died Wednesday, will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday at the Berge funeral home, Valders, and at 2:30 at Our Saviour Lutheran church, Valders, the Rev. Norman Bernison officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 14, 1948  P. 2

SOPHIA NELSON

Funeral services for Mrs. Otto Nelson, 87, of Valders, who died 
Wednesday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 1:30 p.m. 
Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka 
will officiate and burial will be in Our Savior’s Cemetery, Valders. 
Mrs. Nelson was born Nov. 8, 1878, at Valders. The former Sophie 
Evenson, she was married to Mr. Nelson, June 7, 1905, at Our Savior’s 
Church. 
She was a Gold Star Mother, member of the American Legion Auxiliary, 
Women’s Federation and Church Circle. Her husband died 17 years ago 
and a son, Wayne, was killed in World War II. Three brothers and two 
sisters preceded her in death. 
Survivors are three sons, Clayon of Minneapolis, Minn., Walter of 
Turkey and Russel of San Bernardino, Calif.; four daughters, Mrs. 
Hartley (Lola) Torrison of Hartford, Conn., Mrs. Fred (Emilett) Lane 
of Tipton, Ind., Miss Harriet Nelson of Chicago, and Mrs. Ed. (Janet) 
Anderson of Manitowoc; three brothers, Evan of Sheldon, N.D., and 
Clarence and Elmer of Valders; a sister, Mrs. Emma Sanders of Los 
Angeles; 15 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. 
Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. 
Friday until 11 a.m. Saturday and then at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, January 27, 1966  P. 14

WALTER L. NELSON

Walter L. Nelson, 77, of 617 Baronet Lane, Holmes Beach, Florida, died October 11, 1989.  Burial will be officiated by Pastor Linda Locklin 11 a.m. Saturday, June 30, at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
He was born in Valders, October 10, 1912, son of Otto and Sophia Nelson.  He graduated from Valders High School in 1930.  Received hi Teaching Certificate from Manitowoc County Teachers College in 1932.  In 1941 he received his Degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison.  He was employed at the General Accounting Office in Washington, D.C., after the start of World War II he was commissioned as Lieutenant of the United States Navy and was sent to Port of Spain Trinidad where he served as Communications Officer under Admiral Robinson.  After the war he returned to Washington where he was transferred from General Accounting to Veterans Affairs and then to the State Department.  His assignment was to Mexico for 10 years, serving under several U.S. Ambassadors.  Later to Paris, France, and several years at Frankfort, Germany.  His last post was Consul at Ankara, Turkey.  He took early retirement in order that his 4 sons would complete their education in the United States.
Survivors include his wife, Marge, four sons, Wayne, Jeffrey, Brian and Donald all of Florida; a brother, Russel Nelson of San Bernadino, California; four sisters, Mrs. Hartley (Lola) Torrison of Sarasota, Florida, Mrs. Fred (Emelette) Lane of Tipton, Indiana, Mrs. Edward Anderson (Janet) of Manitowoc and Mrs. Wm. (Harriet) Gurgle of Chicago, Illinois; a sister-in-law, Mrs. (Clayon) Bergetta Nelson of Minneapolis, Minnesota; other relatives, nieces and nephews and cousins.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter


WAYNEWORTH E. NELSON

Valder Airman Is Missing In Action 
Staff Sergeant Wayneworth E. Nelson, 2, radio operator-gunner on a Liberator bomber has been reported missing in action over Germany since Feb. 22. 
Word that their son was missing was received by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Nelson of Valders on Tuesday. On Monday they had a letter from their son, written Feb. 20.
Sergeant Nelson entered service a year ago in September and has been overseas since October 1943. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, March 23, 1944  P. 20 


DOROTHY ANN NICOLOFF

Dorothy Ann (nee Thompson) Nicoloff, 88, of Palatine, IL and formerly of Valders, WI, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2013, surrounded by her loving family. 
Dorothy was born on May 23, 1924, in Valders, WI. She was the daughter of the late Reuel and Esther (nee Harvey) Thompson. She attended local schools. After high school graduation, she worked at Great Lakes Naval Base in Illinois, where she met her husband of 27 years, Charles E. Nicoloff. Together they had four children, four grandchildren, and four great grandchldren. After marriage, Dorothy was a long-term employee at Bartlett Manufacturing Company in Cary, Illinois, serving them for 33 years.
Dorothy was a kind, faith-filled woman who always put others ahead of herself. Through the years, she enjoyed knitting and crafting of many kinds. She was also a dedicated football fan giving the nod to the Chicago Bears with the Packers a close second. Dorothy enjoyed nature and one of her favorite activities was an annual pilgrimage to northern Wisconsin each fall to enjoye nature’s beautiful display of colors. Most important to her was the love that she had and shared with her family.
Dorothy is survived by daughters, Diane Gregory, Marsha (Allen) Sherven; and sons, Steven and Craig Nicoloff; grandchildren, William (Missy) Best, April (Cary) Lehman, Kristen (Joshua) Stine and Michael Sherven; great-grandchildren, Brady and Savannah Best and Tyalor and Cole Lehman; siblings, Harvey (Alice) Thompson and Joyce Loritz. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Judy; and brothers-in-law, Larry Valleskey and Lester Loritz. She is further survived by many nieces and nephews. 
A memorial visitation for Dorothy Ann Nicoloff will be held on Saturday, March 16, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 255 Roosevelt Street in Valders, WI, with Pastor Erica Cunningham officiating. Interment will take place in Our Saviors Lutheran Church Cemetery in Valders. 
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, WI, in memory of Dorothy.
Arrangements by Ahlgrim Family Funeral Home, Palatine, IL. For info. 847-358-7411 or www.ahlgrimffs.com
Herald Times Reporter, March 2013


PEARL M. NORRIS

Pearl M. Norris, age 84, of 3504 Hoover Ave, Altoona, Wis., currently residing at The Clairmont Nursing Home, Eau Claire, former Valders resident, died Friday morning, April 25, 2003 at the home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 30, 2003 at 11 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. William Timm with burial at Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. Pearl was born July 24, 1918 in West Sweden Township near Frederic, Wis. in Polk County, daughter of the late William and Anna Peterson Moberg. Pearl attended rural Polk County schools and graduated from Frederic High School with the class of 1936 she then attended Minneapolis Business College, graduating with the class of 1937. Pearl worked at the Rusk County agent s office in Ladysmith, Wis. as a secretary for several years. It was there that she met her future husband. On Nov. 25, 1944 she married Dr. William E. Norris in Ladysmith, Wis. After their marriage, they soon moved to Manitowoc County, eventually settling in Valders. Pearl assisted her husband with his veterinary practice as secretary, bookkeeper and general veterinary assistant for 40 years. While in Valders, Pearl was an active member of Faith Lutheran Church and enjoyed singing in the church choir for many years. The couple then retired to Eau Claire and Arizona. Survivors include her husband: Dr. William E. Norris, Altoona, Wis; two sons and daughters-in-law: Dale and Connie Norris, Melrose, Wis., Wayne and Karen Norris, Augusta, Wis.; two granddaughters: Gillian (Kyle) Twite and Amber Norris; a sister: Lillian Brown, Eau Claire; and lifelong friend and cousin Evelyn Langhus, Loveland, Colo., several nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends also survive. Pearl also was preceded in death by four brothers and four sisters. The family will greet relatives and friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29, 2003 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The visitation will continue on Wednesday, April 30, 2003 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Memorials would be preferred in Pearl s name to the American Heart Association. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Valders, is assisting the Norris family with funeral arrangements. Pearl will be lovingly remembered for her kind encouraging words to all her family and friends and her passion to sit down for a game of cards. Five-handed sheepshead with various family members was the hands-down favorite.
Herald Times Reporter  April 2003


EVEN OLESON

Even Olsen, son of *Ole Evensen Oxhovd and Marit Olsdatter, 
b 5 Nov 1837 Rudi in Ostre Slidre, d 27 March 1914 bur Vor Frelsers. 
Immigrated 1857 with his parents. Farmer in Cato. Co. K, 27th Wis. Inf. 
m 18 Dec 1860 Gjerpen to Marit, daughter of *Knud Knudsen Snortum and Sigrid Ostensdatter, 
b 19 Sept 1843 Snortum in Vestre Slidre, d 9 Aug 1926 bur Vor Frelsers. 
Immigrated 1850 with her parents. 
Children: *Ole b 12 Dec 1862; 
Knud b 28 Jan 1865, d 29 April 1926 Milwaukee, m 7 Feb 1894 Milwaukee to Anna Olson 1870-1908; 
*Oluf b 9 April 1867; 
Mathilde b 21 Jan 1870, d 9 Sept 1870; 
*Martin b 18 June 1871; 
Sophie b 26 June 1873, d 12 Aug 1962 Manitowoc; 
Inge Mathilde b 5 Sept 1875, m *Theodore Erickson; 
Edvard b 14 Sept 1877, d 3 Oct 1877; 
Emma Karine b 24 Sept 1878, d 4 July 1891; 
Edward b 20 Nov 1879, d 14 March 1953 Valders, m 2 Nov 1904 to Sadie daughter of *Ole Mikkelsen; 
John b 15 Dec 1880, d 27 Feb 1881; 
Julia Regine b 14 Aug 1882, d 7 Dec 1953 Milwaukee, ml Ole son of *Bendik Eriksen, 
m2 Peter Bodwin d 1954; 
Anetta b 8 April 1884, d 23 Aug 1884; 
Anetta Marie b 30 Aug 1885, d 16 Dec 1963 Minneapolis, m 7 Oct 1918 to Rudolph son of *Nils Pedersen Rudi; 
Sena Caroline b 28 Oct 1890, d 9 Oct 1989 Minneapolis, m 19 Aug 1911 Valders to John Helgerud 1888-1959. 
(Haupt The Family of Even & Marit Olson)
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 53


MARIT OLSON

Mrs. Ewen Olson died at her home near Valders at the advanced age of eighty years. 
She suffered a stroke of paralysis five months ago and since then had been helpless. 
She was the mother of a large family of which there are three sons and four daughters 
surviving.
Manitowoc Herald News - Tues., Aug. 17, 1926


HENRY ONSAGER

Henry L. Onsager, age 70, of Valders, died Sunday, February 8, 1998, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center due to complications of pancreatic cancer.
Funeral Services will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, February 11, 1998, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. William Timm and Rev. Charles Kurtz will officiate. Burial will be at Our Savior’s Cemetery, Valders.
Henry was born in Hillsboro, Wis., on October 13, 1927, son of the late Teresa Michel Onsager and Anton Onsager. He attended grade school in the Czenovia and Elroy, Wis. Areas. At age 12, upon his mothers death, he lived at Homme Home Orphanage, attending school in Wittenberg, Wis. At ag 15, he moved to Valders, residing with the Elmer Thompson family on their farm. Henry was a 1946 graduate of Valders High School, excelling in Athletics. On June 3, 1950, Henry married the former Norma Hagen at Bethany Lutheran Church in LaFarge, Wis. Henry was a truck driver, enjoying over-the-road truck driving for more than 40 years before retiring in 1992. Henry drove for Spancrete of Valders. He and his wife Norma enjoyed traveling throughout the United Sttes and Canada in their fifth-wheeler. They also became golfers, especially enjoying the game during winter months spent in Alamogordo, N.M. He was a Teamster, former Valders Fireman, member of the Sons of Norway, and over the years held positions on the boards of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Henry, above all, valued his home and family life.
He is survived by his wife, Norma; five daughters and sons-in-law, Terry (Bill) Skally, St. Paul, Minn., Debra (Tom) Keery, Mishicot, Holly Onsager and Todd Fillingham, Milwaukee, Patti (Jim) Reyburn, Pulaski, Wis., and Signe Onsager, Pewaukee, Wis.; grandchildren, Michelle Crane, Rebecca Skally, Chad Skally, Amy Pickette, Ivory Reyburn, Robert Reyburn, Michael Keery, Brian Keery, and Joseph Henry Onsager Fillingham; brothers Martin Onsager and Louis Onsager, and sister Shirley Williams. He was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran church on Wednesday from 5 p.m. until the time of services.
Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, a special Memorial Fund will be established.
Herald Times Reporter, February 9, 1998  P. 2


NORMA R. ONSAGER

Norma R. Onsager, age 85, formerly of Valders, died at Azura Memory Care, Manitowoc. 
She was born on November 17, 1928 in LaFarge, WI, daughter of the late Arnt and Signe (Hemstad) Hagen. Norman was a graduate of LaFarge High School, Class of 1946, and also received her bachelor degree in education from Luther College and Silver Lake College. On June 3, 1950 she married Henry Onsager at Bethany Lutheran Church, LaFarge, WI. He preceded her in death on February 8, 1998. Norma was a fifth grade teacher with the Valders Public Schools until her retirement. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Women, Viking Rosemalers, Manitowoc and Wisconsin Retired Education Association and Sons of Norway.
Survivors include five daughters and three sons-in-law: Terry Skally, Debra & Tom Keery, Holly Onsager & Todd Fillingham, Patti Reyburn, Signe & Peter Schmitt; six grandchildren: Amy Pickett, Ivory Reyburn, Michael (Sarah) Keery, Brian Keery, Joseph Henry (Katie) FIllingham, Robert Reyburn; 14 great grandchildren; sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive.
She was also preceded in death by a son-in-law: James Reyburn; and five sisters: Marion Munson, Alverda Nault, Lenore Radtke, Thelma Christensen and Doris Helgren; and one brother: Arnold Hagen.
Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, July 5, 2014 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the Service will be the Rev. Erica Cunningham with burial at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, from 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 5, 2014 until 12:00 p.m. 
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhoome.com 
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
Norma enjoyed rosemaling, traveling, teaching children and collecting antiques.
The family would like to thank the staff of Azura Memory Care and Hospice Advantage for all the care and compassion they have shown to our mom over the years.
Herald Times Reporter, July 2014


AMBJOR OPPEN

Mrs. J. A. Swenson and Mrs. John Rust, who attended the funeral of Mrs. Oppen at Valders, returned to their home at Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, July 16, 1913 P. 3


RUSSELL M. PEASE

Russell M. Pease, 73, of 310 Chicago St., Kiel, died Tuesday evening at home. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial will be in Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders. 
Mr. Pease was born Sept. 5, 1901, at Greeneville, Wis., son of the late Marion and Jenny Winkenwarder Pease. He received his education at Hortonville public schools.  He married Vila Herbst Oct. 30, 1926, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Hortonville. The couple resided in Milwaukee for 10 years before moving to Valders, living in Kiel for the past 20 years. He was an auto mechanic and he was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. 
Survivors include his wife, Vila; a daughter, (private); a brother, (private) and two grandsons. A sister preceded him in death. 
Friends may call at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, from 4 p.m. Thursday until 11 a.m. Friday and at the church from 11:30 a.m. until the hour of service. Memorials may be sent to Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. 
Herald Times Reporter, Wednesday, August 27, 1975  P. 23


VILA K. PEASE

Vila K. Pease, age 97, formerly of Kiel, died Thursday afternoon, June 29, 2000 at Calumet Medical Center, Chilton. Funeral services will be held at 1 pm Sunday, July 2, 2000, at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home, Kiel with the Rev. Bill Timm, pastor of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders officiating. Burial will be in Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
She is the former Vila Herbst born May 9, 1903 in Hortonville, Wis., daughter of the late Louis and Katherine Schmitz Herbst. She was a 1922 graduate of Hortonville High School. On October 30, 1926 she married Russell Pease at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Hortonville. He preceded her in death on August 26, 1975. The couple lived in Milwaukee and Valders before moving to Kiel in 1955. Vila taught Sunday school at Valders and was instrumental in organizing the first Girl Scout Troop in Valders as well as being a leader. She was a member of Faith Lutheran church, Valders.
Survivors include one son-in-law, John DeBroux, Hastings, Mich., two grandsons, Jim (Alison) DeBroux, Aurora, Ohio, Steven (Mena) DeBroux, Barto, Pa., and two sisters, Mrs. Louise Ripley, Wauwatosa and Mrs. Lenore "Babe" Kluge, Chicago. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Elaine DeBroux.
Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 11 am until the time of service at 1 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times - July 1, 2000  pg. A2

DORA ODELIA PETERSON

Mrs. Nels Peterson of Liberty, died at her home there after a brief illness, 
aged 30 years. Mrs. Peterson is survived by her husband and one child of 
three years. Her maiden name was Dora Ullness. The funeral will be held 
at Liberty
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Dec. 14, 1912   - page 3


NELS N. PETERSON

Nels Peterson, 74, retired town of Liberty farmer, died Saturday 
night at Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Our Saviors 
Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. A. B. Holland will officiate 
and burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. 
Mr. Peterson was born in Liberty in 1879 and in 1908 married Miss 
Dora Ullness. She died in 1912. In 1922, he married Mrs. Blechwehl. 
She died in 1937.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. William Dresen of Ontario, Calif., 
and Mrs. Andrew Anderson of Selfridge Field, Mich.; two sons, Norris 
of Manitowoc and Robert of Milwaukee; sister, Mrs. Louisa Hendrichs 
of Tacoma, Wash.; and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. 
Tuesday. The casket will be moved to the church at 11 am. Wednesday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 11, 1953  P. 15


AMY PHIPPS

Mrs. Ernest G. Phipps, former Valders resident, died Wednesday at 
Maple Manor Nursing Home, Fond du Lac.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Christianson Funeral 
Home, Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will 
be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. 
Mrs. Phipps was a native of England and her late husband had been 
president of the village. He died six years ago and since that time 
she made her home with a daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Dettmann, at Fond du 
Lac. The daughter and six grandchildren survive. A daughter preceded 
her in death. 
Friends may call at the funeral home this Thursday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, March 2, 1967  P. 20 


ERNEST PHIPPS

Ernest G. Phipps, 77, of Valders, died at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he was admitted an hour earlier 
after a heart attack. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church 
(Our Savior), Valders, the Rev. Robert A. Onkka officiating. Burial 
will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Phipps was born Jan. 6, 1884, at Cheltenham, England, son of the 
late Charles and Elizabeth Griffen Phipps. He married Amy Snowden 
June 12, 1911, at Liverpool, England. Before coming to Valders in 1920, 
he attended schools in England, India and South Africa. He also served 
in the British Army with the First Gloucester Regiment. 
At Valders, he was a member of Faith Lutheran Church (Our Savior). He 
was office manager for Nestles Milk Co. at Valders for 27 years and a 
former president of the village for 18 years. 
He served two years as chairman of the Manitowoc County Red Cross from 
1944 to 1946 and for the past 10 years was secretary and treasurer of 
Valders Lime and Stone Co. He was a member of Masonic Lodge No. 65 of 
Manitowoc. A daughter preceded him in death in an automobile accident 
in 1956 and a sister and brother also preceded him in death. 
Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Mrs. Ralph Dettmann, of Fond 
du Lac; a brother, Alan, of Manchester, N. H.; two sisters, Mrs. G. 
Excell, of Wales, England and Mrs. Bert Johnson of England; and six 
grandchildren. 
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Friday at Farley Funeral Home, Valders, 
until noon Saturday when the casket will be moved to the church where 
the body may be viewed from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, March 30, 1961 P. 17 

JERRY L. POSEN

Jerry L. Posen, 16, of rural Manitowoc, died Monday evening September 4, 1989 at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 6 pm Thursday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Carl Peters and Rev. Linda Locklin will officiate with burial at Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Jerry was born August 30, 1973 at Green Bay, son of David and Sandra Gronke Posen. Jerry was a student at Valders High School until January of 1989. He was presently a Sophomore at Manitowoc Lincoln High.
Survivors include his parents, a brother, Shawn at home; maternal grandmother, Lucille Gronke of Kewaunee; paternal grandparents. Harry Posen of Manitowoc, Patricia Leach of Manitowoc; aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends survive.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, 4 pm to 6 pm Thursday. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home is serving the family.
Manitowoc Herald Times - WEd., Sept. 6, 1989 - page B9


SANDRA J. POSEN

Sandra J. Posen, age 41, of rural Manitowoc, passed away Monday morning, November 14, 1994, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 16, 1994, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. William Timm will officiate with burial to follow at Our Savior's Cemetery, Valders.
She was born October 5, 1953, at Antigo, daughter of Ralph and Lucille Kratz Gronke. She attended Kewaunee Public Schools, graduating with the class of 1971. She was employed as a nurse's aide at St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc. She married David Posen, November 17, 1977, at Two Rivers.
Survivors include her husband David; one son, Shawn at home; four brothers and three sisters-in-law, Roger Gronke, Green Bay, Richard and Jill Gronke, Arkansaw, William and Chreyl Gronke, Merrill, Donald and Tammy Gronke, Kewaunee; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Lisa and Doug Posen, Kewaunee, Cindy Gronke, Kewaunee; her mother, Lucille Gronke, Kewaunee; her father-in-law, and mother-in-law, Harry Posen of Manitowoc, Patricia and Austin Leach, Two Rivers; other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by one son, Jerry and her father.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, from 9 a.m. until the time of service on Wednesday.
Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is serving the family.
Manitowoc Herald Times  November 14, 1994  pg. A2


SHAWN M. POSEN

Shawn Posen, 38, Two Rivers, passed away Friday, March 27, 2015 from complications of diabetes at a Green Bay hospital. He was born September 28, 1976 to David Posen and the late Sandra (Gronke) Posen in Two Rivers, Wisconsin.
Shawn enjoyed camping, NASCAR Racing, four-wheeling, tinkering with cars and especially enjoyed spending time with his children.
Shawn is survived by his father, David and his wife, Ellie; his son, Aldin Posen; and his two daughters, Alexis Posen and Jessica Thorison; and also many aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Sandy Posen and a brother, Jerry Posen.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, March 31, 2015 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Lyndahl Funeral Home, 1350 Lombardi Avenue, Green Bay, with a parish wake service at 6:00 pm. Visitation will continue Wednesday, April 1, after 9:30 am at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, 2770 South Oneida Street, where the Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 am with the Rev. John Harper officiating. Online condolences may be expressed at www.lyndahl.com.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Shawn's name.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  Mar. 29, 2015


EUNICE REIMER

Mrs. (Victor) Eunice Reimer passed away early Monday morning, Sept. 27, 2004 in the presence of the man of her dreams and other loved ones after being challenged with illness. Eunice was born Nov. 25, 1915 in Valders, daughter of the late Clarence and Isabelle Woods Evenson. In 1933, Eunice graduated from Valders High School and went on to study at the Wisconsin Academy of Cosmetic Art in Milwaukee. After her graduation in 1935, she accepted a job in Sheboygan and then Manitowoc, totaling eight years in the profession. On Nov. 29, 1942, Eunice married the love of her life, Victor Christ Reimer, when he was home on furlough before going overseas. January 1946, Eunice opened her own beauty shop in Valders where she successfully continued her profession for 50 years. At the age of 80, she retired from her business ù although her work as a Christian never ended. Eunice brought joy to others through her selfless spirit, her talents of baking and crocheting. She continued to shine in the world from beginning to end by the way she loved unconditionally. Eunice served as a teacher, parent, companion, supporter, encourager and faithful servant. She found pride in the accomplishments of her loved ones. Eunice is survived by her husband of 62 years: Victor, Valders; one brother: Wesley (Ruth) Evenson, Manitowoc; two nephews: Lee (Shari) Evenson and Gary (Mary) Evenson, all of Valders; sister-in-law: Leona Walber, Sheboygan; nephew: Glen (Judy) Walber, Houston, Texas; niece: Karen (John) Lemkuil, Sheboygan; great-nieces: Gretchyn (Jack) Karch; Carrie Evenson; Heather Evenson (fiance: David Voss); great-nephews: Jeff Evenson; Brett (Holly) Evenson; great-great-nieces and nephews: Josh Evenson; Kailey Evenson; Jason Radl; Jenna Evenson; and Madi, Cole and Katelyn Karchà.Eunice brought new meaning to the title ôgreat-great-aunt.ö Eunice was preceded in death by a niece: Carol Griffin Evenson. The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 p.m. until the time of service at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2004 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2004 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Donald Staude. Private family services will be held at the cemetery on Thursday. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Valders, is assisting the family with arrangements. We will celebrate her life and embrace her memory.
Herald Times Reporter  September 2004

VICTOR REIMER

Victor Christ Reimer was welcomed home after 94 years of faithful service 
on Earth. Vic passed away early Monday morning, June 22, 2009, at the 
Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center.
Victor was born on Aug. 17, 1914, in Sheboygan to Hannah and Christ Reimer. 
Early on, he worked for Charlie's Market in Sheboygan as a truck driver. 
In May of 1942 Victor entered the army and served overseas for 2½ years 
seeing action in Africa and Italy. While home on furlough, Vic married Eunice 
Evenson on November 29, 1942. He immediately returned to service where he 
earned the rank of 1st Sergeant, a Bronze Star and the Soldier's Medal for heroism. 
Vic served until November 1945. In 1946 he opened a garage and filling station 
at the corner of USH 151 and Liberty Street in Valders where he worked for 32 
years, retiring in 1976.
Though retired, his work continued through his roles as husband, brother, uncle, 
great-uncle, great-great uncle and friend. Vic was always available for whatever 
was needed by his family and friends. Vic's other involvements over the years are 
many, among them: hunting and fishing, American Legion member for over 62 years, 
Valders Fire Department, Valders Village trustee, Valders Utility committee, Our 
Saviors Cemetery committee.
Victor is survived by two nephews: Lee (Shari) Evenson, Gary (Mary) Evenson, all of 
Valders; nephew: Glen (Judy) Walber, League City, TX; niece: Karen (John) Lemkuil, 
Sheboygan; great-nephews: Jeff Evenson; Brett (Holly) Evenson; great-nieces: Gretchyn 
(Jack) Karch, Carrie (Nick) Kiekhaefer, Heather (David) Voss; great-great nieces and 
nephews: Josh Evenson; Kailey and Jenna Evenson; Jason Radl; Madison, Cole, Katelyn 
and Will Karch; Owen Kiekhaefer; Brityn and "George" (due in October) Voss. Victor 
brought new meaning to the title "great-great-uncle." He is also survived by special friends: 
George and Gloria Torrison, Helen Griffin, Bud Barnard and many others.
Vic was preceded in death by his parents, wife Eunice, three sisters, one brother, 
brothers/sisters-in-law and niece: Carol Griffin Evenson.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 p.m. until the time of service at 
6 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, 2009, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating 
at the service will be the Rev. Donald Staude. The Christianson & Deja Funeral 
Home and Cremation Care Center, Valders, is assisting the family with arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Faith Lutheran Church - Sound 
System Fund.
A special thank you to Dr. Herring and the staff at Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation 
Center for their compassionate, loving care. You truly were Vic's extended family.
We will celebrate and embrace his memory; he "lived a good life."
Herald Times Reporter, June 23, 2009


ALFRED REINERTSON

Alfred Reinertson, 73, retired county farmer and cheesemaker, died 
Wednesday at Chicago where he and his wife were spending the winter 
with their son, Richard. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Our Saviors Church, 
Valders. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. 
Mr. Reinertson was born in Liberty in 1877 and in 1900 married Miss 
Lena Helgeson. They located on a farm in the town and also operated 
a cheese factory. Mr. Reinertson retired to a small home on the farm 
six years ago. 
Survivors are his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Alvina Larson of DesMoines, 
Ia., and Mrs. Helen Nelson of Kiel; four sons, Richard of Chicago, 
Earl of Loyal, Wis., Chauncey of Rockford, and Walter of Cato; seven 
brothers, Morton of Vancouver, Wash., Anton of Hot Springs, Mont., John 
of Riverside, Ill., Reinert of Davison, Mich., Christian and Arthur of 
Valders and Norman of Chicago; three sisters, Mrs. Minnie Jones of 
Garfield, N.M., Mrs. Annie Hesler of Plentywood, Mont., and Mrs. Margaret 
Swanson of Chicago; 13 grandchildren and a great grandchild. 
Friends may call at the Berge funeral home, Valders. The casket will be 
moved to the church at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, March 10, 1950  P. 2


OLENA REINERTSON

Mrs. Lena Reinertson, 86, of Rt. 1, Cato, died Tuesday morning at 
the Manitowoc County Hospital where she had been a patient more 
than 18 months. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Faith Lutheran Church 
(Our Savior) Valders, the Rev. Robert Onkka officiating. Burial will 
be in the church cemetery. 
The former Lena Helgeson was born Feb. 11, 1878, in Brown County, 
daughter of the late Ole and Agut Anderson Helgeson. She was married 
to the late Alfred Reinertson Sept. 26, 1900, at Valders. He died 
March 8, 1950. She was a member of the Women’s Missionary Federation 
of her church and a charter member of Faith Church Ladies Aid. 
Surviving are four sons, Richard Reinertson of Chicago, Earl Reinertson 
of Owen, Wis., Chauncey Reinertson of Kiel and Walter Reinertson of 
rural Cato; a daughter, Mrs. Alvena Larsen, of Des Moines, Iowa; two 
sisters, Mrs. Hannah Lundstrom of Chicago and Mrs. Emma Torrison of 
Riverside, Ill., 13 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren. Four children, 
three sisters and two brothers also preceded her in death. 
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Thursday at Farley Funeral Home, Valders, 
until 11:30 a.m. Friday and then at the church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, April 22, 1964  P. 18 


WALTER NORMAN REINERTSON

Notes from Valders
The two month old son of Alfred Reinertson died last Saturday and was 
buried Tuesday from the Lutheran church in Valders.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Mar. 12, 1914

CAROLINE A. ROBISON

Caroline A. Robison, age 69, of Valders, died Friday afternoon, November 21, 1997, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 12 noon Tuesday, November 25, 1997, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. William Timm and Rev. Charles Kurtz will officiate with burial to follow at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
She was born October 25, 1928, in the town of Cato, daughter of the late Louis and Rose Tienor Schmidt. She attended St. Mary’s School at Clarks Mills. Caroline married Marvin Robison on February 26, 1949, at Clarks Mills. He preceded her in death on November 1, 1980. She was a member of the Faith Lutheran Church Women.
Survivors include six sons and three daughters-in-law, Marvin Jr., Valders, Rick and Diane, Manitowoc, Roger and Mary, Reedsville, Tom and Jody, Fond du Lac, Terry, Valders, Mark, Whitelaw; five daughters and two sons-in-law, Betty Ahrens, Valders, Sandy and her special friend, Francis Connors, Cumberland, Patti Robison, Valders, Donna and Steve Kuchenbecker, Appleton, Connie and Steve Fogeltanz, Manitowoc; three grandchildren, Tammy, Jason and Dylan; nine step-grandchildren; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Marcella Schermetzler, Manitowoc, Marie and Dave Novak, Manitowoc, Gertie and Adrian Brunner, Valders; two sisters-in-law, Lucille Schmidt and Delores Schmidt, Valders. She was preceded in death by one son-in-law, Keith Ahrens; two brothers, Jerome and Edward Schmidt; one brother-in-law, Jacob Schermetzler.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
The Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 23, 1997  P. A2


LEROY H. ROBISON

Leroy H. Robison, age 63, of Valders, passed away Saturday, June 20, 1992, at the Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 24th, at Faith Lutheran Church in Valders, with military rites by the American Legion of Valders at 5:30. Rev. Carl Peters will be officiating with burial at Our Savior Cemetery.
He was born August 16, 1928 in Valders, son of the late Roscoe and Evelyn Towne Robison. He attended Valders Area Schools. He was formerly employed by the Nestle Co., Ivan’s Bowl, Senion’s Bowl and then operated Lee’s Bar in Valders. For the past five years he was employed at Mr. Lucky’s in Valders. He was a veteran of the Army serving from 1946-1948 where he attained the rank of T-5. He was a member of the American Legion Post in Valders and the Manitowoc Eagles AERI.
Survivors include two sisters and one brother-in-law, Gladys and Edmund Morvac, of Seward, Neb., Dorothy Spaeth of Janesville; one brother-in-law; two sisters-in-law; a special friend, Jim Schuh; nieces nephews other relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in death by two brothers, one sister and one niece.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church on Wednesday from 4 p.m. until the time of services. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, June 22, 1992  P. A2


MARVIN E. ROBISON (d. 1989)

Marvin E. Robison, 62, of Valders, died Wednesday evening, November 1, 1989 at Bellin Hospital, Green Bay. Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Linda Locklin will officiate with burial to follow at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Robison was born May 1, 1927 at Lodi, Wisconsin, son of Evelyn Towne Robison and the late Roscoe Robison. He attended Lodi and Valders Schools. He married the former Caroline Schmidt on February 26, 1949 at Clarks Mills. Mr. Robison was formerly employed by Nestle Company of Valders until 1954. He then was employed by Carnation Company of Chilton until 1979 and retired from Valders Lime and Stone in 1980. He was a Veteran of World War II serving in the Army and was a member of Valders American Legiion Post.
Survivors include his wife, Caroline; six sons and two daughters-in-law, Marvin Jr. of Valders, Rick and Diane of Manitowoc, Roger of Valders, Thomas and Jodi of Fond du Lac, Terry and Mark, both of Valders; five daughters and a son-in-law, Betty and Keith Ahrens of Valders, Sandra of Manitowoc, Patti of Valders, Donna and Connie, both of Appleton; his mother, Evelyn Robison of Chilton; a brother, LeRoy Robison of Valders; two sisters, Mrs. Edmund (Gladys) Moreac of Nebraska, Dorothy Spaeth of Janesville, Wisconsin and three grandchildren also survive.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, 6 pm to 9 pm Friday and Saturday from 10 am until the time of service. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home is serving the family.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Thurs., Nov. 2, 1989 - page B7


MARVIN ROBISON JR.  (d. 2002)

Marvin (Muff) Robison, age 53, of 960 S. Rapids Road, Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning, Nov. 27, 2002, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2002, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the Memorial Service will be Rev. William Timm. Cremation has taken place, with burial of the cremated remains at Our Savior Cemetery, Valders, at a later date. He was born Aug. 23, 1949, in Manitowoc, son of the late Marvin and Caroline Schmidt Robison. Marvin was a graduate of Valders High School, Class of 1967. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Marvin began his employment at the Valders Egg Plant and then continued at Smith Feed Mill in Valders for many years. Survivors include five brothers and three sisters-in-law: Mark and Nancy Robison, Whitelaw, Terry Robison, Valders, Tom Robison, Fond du Lac, Roger and Mary Robison, Reedsville, Rick and Diane Robison, Manitowoc; five sisters and two brothers-in-law: Connie and Steve Fogeltanz, Manitowoc, Donna and Steve Kuchenbecker, Appleton, Patti Robison, Valders, Sandy Robison and special friend, Francis Connors, Cumberland and Betty Ahrens, Valders. He is further survived by nieces and nephews, Jason Robison and his wife, Theresa, Tammy Robison, Dylan and Amanda Fogeltanz and stepnieces and nephews, Brett Yohanek, Jenny Yohanek and her fiancee, Jayson, Tammy Lucia and her husband, Chris and Charlie Yohanek and his special friend, Julie. Also surviving are other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Keith Ahrens. The family will greet relatives and friends at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, from 9 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2002, until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  Saturday, November 30, 2002  pg. A3

ROSCOE ROBISON

Roscoe Robison, 67, of Valders, died Sunday evening at home. He had 
a heart ailment for several months. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Faith Lutheran 
Church, Valders. The Rev. Robert A. Onkka will officiate and burial 
will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. 
Mr. Robison was born Dec. 16, 1897, at West Salem, Ill., son of the 
late William and Mary Estes Robison. He married Evelyn Towne May 25, 
1921, at Lodi, Wis. He was employed by Nestle Co., Valders, for 34 
years, retiring in 1954. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church. 
Surviving are his wife, three sons, William of Brillion, Marvin of Rt. 1, Valders, 
and LeRoy of Valders; three daughters, Mrs. Edmund (Gladys) Moravec, of 
Seward, Neb., Mrs. LeRoy (Dorothy) Spaeth, of Janesville and Mrs. Wilbur 
(Hazel) Gilbert, of Two Rivers; Mame of Olney, Ill., and 21 grandchildren. 
Two brothers and a grand-daughter preceded him in death. 
Friends may call after 4 p.m. Tuesday at Farley Funeral Home, Valders, 
until 11 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be moved to the church 
where the body will lie in state until the time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 22, 1965  P. 5


BERIT ROBLEY

MRS. ROBLEY, PIONEER OF CO., DIES AT VALDERS
Mrs. Berit Robley, 77, passed away Thursday afternoon at the home of 
her daughter, Mrs. Knute Tollefson, at Valders. Funeral services will 
take place Sunday afternoon at 1:30 from the home and later from the 
Our Saviors Lutheran church at Valders, with Rev. O.K. Espeseth 
officiating. The deceased was born in Norway and was married in this 
county to Joger Robley and they resided on a farm near Valders until 
Mr. Robley’s death nine years ago since which she has resided with her 
children.
Six daughters, Mrs. K. Tollefson, Valders, Mrs. J. F. Olson, Mrs. J. M. 
Gullickson, Mrs. B. Christiansen, Mrs. H. F. Hyde, all of Milwaukee, Mrs. 
Louis Knudson, Chicago and three sons, Iver, Oscar and George all of 
Chicago survive. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, December 18, 1931  P. 3
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Death Record: Vol.26 Page 773
Deceased: Berit Robley
Date of Death: December 17, 1931 at 1:30 P.M.
Place of Death: Manitowoc County,  Valders
Female
White
Date of Birth: --- Norway
Age at Death: 77 Yrs. 1 Mon. 28 Days
Widow of Jager Robley
Father: Iver Prestru, Norway
Mother: Ambjor Rogne, Norway
Occupation: Retired Housewife
Cause of Death: Apolplexy - Dibility
Pronounced By: W. A. Rauch, Valders
Place of Burial: Our Savior's Cem., Valders  12-20-31
Undertaker: Otto G. Berge
Informant: Sarah Tollefson, Valders


FRANK ROBLEY

Frank Robley, a well known man of Valders and son of K.K. Robley, died Wednesday 
after an illness of several months from consumption. Mr. Robley was 21 years of age and 
was one of the popular young men of the vicinity in which he resided and his death occasions 
sorrow to many friends. The funeral will be held Saturday at 1 o'clock.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Apr. 14, 1910 - page 2
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*Note: He was placed here because his father is here


GEORGE ROBLEY

Guests at the home of Mrs. Hannah Knutson and also attending the funeral of 
Mr. George Robley were Mr. and Mrs. Louis Knutson and Mrs. Melvin Carron of Chicago.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Fri., Dec. 19, 1952 - page 10


JOGER ROBLEY (also Jager)

J. J. Robley of the town of Liberty, was buried Friday at Valders. 
Deceased who was born in Norway about seventy-four years ago, 
had been engaged in the carpenter trade in former years but of late 
had been in feeble health. A year or more ago he suffered  paralytic 
stroke which left him helpless. His aged widow and eight children 
survive him.
Manitowoc Herald News, February 6, 1923  P. 9 
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Iver Robley and Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Robley of Chicago, Mr. and 
Mrs. Fred Olson, Mr. and Mrs. J. Gullicksen, Mr. and Mrs. H. 
Heyde, and Mr. and Mrs. C. Christiansen of Milwaukee have 
returned to their respective homes after attending the funeral of their 
father J.R. Robley at Valders.
Manitowoc Herald News, February 3, 1923 P. 4
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Death Record: Vol 19, Page 701
Deceased: Jager Robley
Date of Death: January 31, 1923 At 3 A.M.
Place of Death: Manitowoc County, Town of Liberty
Male   
White
Date of Birth: October 21, 1845 - Norway
Age at Death: 77 Yrs. 3 Mos. 10 Dys.
Married
Father: Jager Robley - Norway
Mother: Sigari Hadelan - Norway
Occupation: --
Cause of Death: Chronic Intestinal Nephritis
Pronounced By: Dr. John Menehan, M.D., St. Nazianz
Place of Burial: Valders Cemetery, 2-2-23
Undertaker:Otto G. Berge, Valders
Registrar: Anton Eberle, 2-6-23
Informant: Iver Robley, Valders
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Joger Jogersen Robley (George J. Robley), son of Joger Tostensen and Sigrid Johannesdatter, 
b 20 Oct 1845 Raabolle in Ostre Slidre, d 1923. Carpenter, Moen in Ostre Slidre. 
Immigrated 1887. Carpenter and farmer in Liberty. 
m c1875 to Berit, daughter of Iver Olsen and *Ambjorg Eriksdatter, 
b 19 Oct 1854 Skattebo in Ostre Slidre, d 1931. 
Children: Joger b 22 Sept 1876, d 24 Sept 1876; 
Joger b 22 Sept 1876, d 28 April 1878; 
Sigrid b 25 Oct 1878; 
Ivar b 9 Nov 1880; 
Arnbjorg b 19 July 1883; 
Joger b 14 July 1885, d 1952; 
Julia Berthine b 26 Nov 1887; 
Oskar Theodore b 1 April 1890; 
Mabel Emilie b 22 Aug 1892; 
Clara Rosetta b 17 May 1894; 
Lillian Olivia b 16 Nov 1896.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 105


KNUT K. ROBLEY

KNUTE ROBLEY COUNTY PIONEER DIES, VALDERS
Knute Robley, pioneer settler of the county, died at the family home
at Valders, the demise being due to a stroke of paralysis which he
suffered. He had been in feeble health for some time but was able to
be about until a week ago, when he suffered the stroke. The funeral
will be held tomorrow, Saturday afternoon with services at Our 
Savior's church at Valders, the Rev. O.K. Espeseth officiating at the 
services.
Born at Valders, Norway, Mr. Robley came to this country as a young
man and in July, 1862, was married to Marie Bolsta, the widow, who
with one son, Anton of Milwaukee, and a granddaughter, Mrs. Alfred
Larson, are the only ones to survive him. The family made its home
on the farm until twelve years ago when they moved to the village
where they have since resided.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, May 15, 1925  p.1
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K.K. ROBLEY DEAD
Just before going to press we learn that K.K. Robley of Valders died last night. He 
suffered a stroke of paralysis a week ago. he was 86 years of age. He was born in 
Norway and came to this country at the age of 15. He served as Chairman of Liberty 
for several terms years ago. He was one of the most prominent men of Liberty and was 
held in high esteem by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife and one son, Charles 
of Milwaukee and four grandchildren, three in Minnesota and one at Valders, also a brother, 
Peter Robley at Clarks Mills. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., May 17, 1925
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Death Record: Vol 21, Page 600
Deceased: Knut K. Robley
Date of Death: May 13, 1925  at 5 P.M.
Place of Death: Valders, Wisconsin  
Male
White
Date of Birth: April 21, 1839 - Norway
Age at Death: 86 Yrs.  22 Days
Married
Spouse: Marit Robley
Father: Knut Robley - Norway
Mother: Unknown - Norway
Occupation: Retired Farmer
Cause of Death: Hemiplegia and Arterioscelrosis and Senility
Pronounced By: W.A.Rauch, M.D., Valders
Place of Burial: Valders Cemetery, 5-16-25
Undertaker: Otto Berge - Valders
Registrar: F.P. Isslemann
Informant: Marit Robley, Spouse - Valders


MARY ROBLEY (also Marit)

MRS. K. ROBLEY, AGED 86, DIES AT VALDERS 
Mrs. K. K. Robley, 86, a resident of Manitowoc county since 1853, 
whsn she came here from Norway, passed away yesterday at Valders. 
She was ill only a few days. Mrs. Robley whose maiden name was 
Miss Marie Bolstad, was the widow of Mr. Robley, who for years 
was a prominent farmer in the county and who served for years as 
a member of the circuit court jury commissioners. He died three 
years ago. 
Mrs. Robley was born Jan. 6, 1843 at Valders, Norway, and came to 
this country in 1853 settling at Valders, this county. She was 
married to Mr. Robley in 1864 and five sons and four daughters were 
born to them. But only one son survives, Carl Robley of Milwaukee. 
There are three grand-children and one great grand-child.
Funeral services will be held from the Saviors church at Valders 
Wednesday afternoon at two o’clock with interment there.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, February 5, 1929  P. 2
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Notes from Valders
Mr. and Mrs. K.K. Robley, old residents of Liberty, celebrated their sixty-first 
wedding anniversary Saturday last week, relatives and friends calling to pay their 
respects and tender congratulations. The Rev. O.K. Espeseth of Manitowoc 
delivered a short sermon appropriate to the occasion and a dinner was served. 
Mr. Robley is eighty-five and his bride of sixty-one years is eighty-one. Both 
were born in Valders, Norway and came to the United States together in 1854. 
They were married July 12, 1863 and took up their home on a farm near the 
village of Valders, where they lived for a half century, retiring ten years ago to 
take up their home in the village where they had a new house erected. The 
couple have one son, Charles, living at Milwaukee, six grandchildren and five 
great grandchildren. Years ago, Mr. Robley was chairman of the Town of 
Liberty for many terms and also president of the Scandinavian Mutual Insurance 
co.  The venerable couple have the respect of the entire community.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., July 24, 1924
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Death Record: Vol. 23 Page 757
Deceased: Marit Robley
Date of Death: February 4, 1929  at 1:30 A,M,
Place of Death: Manitowoco County,  Valders
Female
White
Date of Birth: ---  Valders, Norway
Age at Death: 86 Yrs  28 Dys
Widow of Knut K. Robley
Father: Jens Blastad - Valders, Norway
Mother: Kari Pretenude - Valders, Norway
Occupation: Housewife    
Cause of Death: Bowel Obstruction - Debility
Pronounced By: W.A.Rauch, M.D., Valders
Place of Burial: Our Savior's Cem., Valders  2-6-29
Undertaker: Otto G. Berge - Valders
Registrar: Floyd Evenson - 2-8-29
Informant: C. J. Robley, Valders


OSCAR ROBLEY

Death Record: Vol. 7, Page 340  # 260
 
Deceased: Oscar K. Robley
Date of Death: June 13, 1905
Place of Death: Liberty
Male
White
Date of Birth: September 21, 1881 - Liberty
Age at Death: 23 Yrs. 8 Mos.  22 Dys.
Single
Father: Knute Robley - Norway
Mother: Mary Robley - Norway
Occupation: Farmer
Cause of Death: Pulmonary Tuberculosis - Duration 6 Mos.
Place of Burial: Valders, Wisconsin
Undertaker: Otto Berge


CLARA ROGNE

Mrs. Clara Rogne, 86, former Valders resident, died Thursday at the 
Elm Convalescent Home, Sheboygan, where she had been a resident seven 
years. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Our Savior Lutheran 
Church, Valders, the Rev. Jerry Moe officiating. Burial will be in 
the church cemetery. 
She was born May 1, 1871, in Norway and came to this country when she 
was 10 years old, her family settling in the Town of Cato. She was 
married to Otto Rogne who died in March, 1951, and upon his death, she 
left the farm to live at the Sheboygan home. 
Surviving are some nieces and nephews. 
Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 7 p.m. Friday 
to 11 a.m. Saturday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in 
state until the hour of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, October 24, 1957  P. 24


OTTO ROGNE

Otto Rogne, 80, of Valders, died at Holy Family hospital Sunday 
morning after a brief illness. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. 
Wednesday at Our Savior Lutheran church in Valders. Burial will 
be in the adjoining cemetery. 
Mr. Rogne was born in the town of Liberty in 1869. When he was a 
boy his parents moved to Brown county. In 1910 they moved back to 
Manitowoc county. Mr. Rogne farmed in the town of Cato until 1939 
when he sold his farm and moved to Valders. 
His wife, the former Clara Thone, survives. They have no children. 
Three sisters also survive. They are Mrs. Mary Anderson of Tacoma, 
Wash., Mrs. Mary Dignon of Chicago and Mrs. Otto Koch of Tarzana, 
Calif.
Friends may call at the Berge funeral home in Valders from Tuesday 
noon until 11 a.m. Wednesday when the body will be moved to the 
church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 27, 1950  P. 4

NORBERT SCHREINER

Norbert Schreiner, 92, went to meet with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 03, 2012.
Norb was born on December 1, 1919, in St. John, WI, to the late Matt and Mary Thiel Schreiner. He attended schools in St. John and Hollandtown. The family moved to New Holstein where Norb worked for Langenfeld Fur Farms. Norb was drafted into the United States Army two days prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor. He was issued a uniform and allowed to go home for the weekend. Once he completed his basic training in North Carolina, he was sent to India for 3 ½ years. There he was a medic and helped set up a hospital for soldiers with malaria in a tea plantation owner's home. The staff consisted of one doctor, one nurse and two medics. When more staffing arrived, he was sent to Dibrugarh to help establish a post office. When Norb returned to the United States, he was stationed in New York City where he handled military mail for overseas. After being honorable discharged in 1945, he began working for Leverenz Shoe Company at the New Holstein plant. In 1968, the company opened a new plant in Valders where he became a foreman. Norb remained with the company for 40 years where he retired in 1985 as a plant manager. He was always grateful to the Leverenz family for the opportunities given him.
On June 18, 1949, Norb married Joyce Lilge in St. Anna, WI. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Valders where he had served in a number of positions. In the past, Norb was a member of the Valders Lions Club, Valders Seniors, Viking Bow and Gun Club, American Legion Post 28, Faith Seniors Breakfast Group, Melody Dance Club, and was the Village of Valders Trustee and President. Norb enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping at Shawano Lake, and playing Sheepshead. For many years, he looked forward to deer hunting in Buffalo County with his buddies - always coming home with a deer. Norb also looked forward to attending the Valders High School football and basketball games; and loved the Packers and Brewers.
Survivors include Norb's wife of 62 years: Joyce; two daughters: Janet (Jim) Fleck, Marshfield; and Diane (Mark) Herrmann, Cato; son: Donald (Debbra) Schreiner, Valders; eight grandchildren: Brian (Jessie) Herrmann, Seymour; Charity (Josh) Wanta, Verona; Kristy (Eric) Jaeger, Whitelaw; Denise Schreiner, Baraboo; Rachel Herrmann and special friend Kevin Tasch, Malone; Cayla Fleck and special friend Tommy Corley, Seattle, WA; Dana Schreiner and special friend Bob Grady, Valders; and Lisa Herrmann, Appleton; four great grandchildren: Bailey Herrmann, Abby and James Wanta, and Emma and soon to be baby Jaeger; sister-in-law: Josie Schreiner, New Holstein; also nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Norb was preceded in death by his parents: Matt and Mary Schreiner; brother: Jerome; infant brother: Melvin; three sisters: Lydia Pethan, Serrie Henseler, and Valaria Loehr; and three brothers-in-law: George Henseler, Gilbert Pethan, and Elroy Loehr.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday, April 5, 2012, at Faith Lutheran Church in Valders from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. A celebration of life will be officiated by Pastor Jim Rasmus at 11:00 a.m. Cremation will follow at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel. Burial of Norb's cremated remains will take place at Our Savior's Cemetery in Valders at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, N. 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the staffs of Manitowoc Health Care and Rehab and Harmony House in Manitowoc for their wonderful and gracious care.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter   Apr. 4, 2012

ALBERT SCHWANKE

Albert Schwanke, 76, retired Cato farmer, died Sunday morning at 
the Holy Family hospital following a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Berge funeral 
home, Valders, and at 1:30 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Valders. 
Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. 
He was born in Rockland in 1872 and 51 years ago married Miss Martha 
Krueger. He was a cheesemaker at Potter and later engaged in farming 
in Cato. 
Survivors are four sons, Ervin of Reedsville, and Gerhardt, Leroy and 
Orman of Cato; six daughters, Mrs. Erna Lewis and Mrs. Neona Sprang of 
this city, Mrs. Viola Drossart of Two Rivers, Mrs. Arvin Krumrey of 
Plymouth, Mrs. John McCarthy of Burbank, Calif., and Miss Linda Schwanke 
of Valders; 17 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 6, 1949   P. 2


LINDA SCHWANKE

Miss Linda Schwanke, 55, who had been residing with a sister, Mrs. 
Robert Oestrich, in Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening at the Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Our Savior 
Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. A. B. Holland will officiate 
and burial will be in the church cemetery. 
She was born in Rockland in 1899, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. 
Albert Schwanke. She made her home with her parents in Rockland and 
later in Cato. On their death two years ago, she moved to Manitowoc. 
Surviving are four brothers, Ervin and Gerhard of Rt. 2, Reedsville, 
Leroy of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, and Orman of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; four 
sisters, Mrs. Erna Lewis and Mrs. Robert Oestreich of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. Esther McAthie of Burbank, Calif., and Mrs. Ervin Krumrey of 
LaCrosse. 
Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 3 p.m. 
Friday. The casket will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Saturday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, December 9, 1954  P. 23


MARCO SCHWANKE

High Voltage Kills Farmer
MARCUS SCHWANKE ELECTROCUTED AS HE REPAIRED WELL 
Steel Tube Came In Contact With High Tension Wire; 
Valders Man’s Father Knocked Down By Shock 
When a steel tube he was holding in repairing a pump on his father’s 
farm came in contact with an electric wire carrying 3,600 (sic) volts, 
Marcus Schwanke, 24, young farmer residing north of Valders, was killed 
at 10 a.m. today. 
The father, Albert, was thrown to the floor and sustained slight burns 
but was not seriously hurt. Rescue crews applied the prone pressure 
resuscitation method on Schwanke for more than two hours but were unable 
to revive him. 
Marcus, more familiarly known as “Marco,” resided with his wife and small 
child located a mile and one-half northwest of Valders on County Trunk J. 
The farm of his father was adjoining. 
Repair Pump 
The father and son went to the pumphouse this morning to repair the pump 
which had not been in good working order of late. The pump is housed by 
a shed on the edge of the Schwanke property a few feet from the road. It 
is almost directly underneath the high tension wires of the Wisconsin 
Public Service corporation. 
According to information obtained by Dr. W. G. Kemper, county coroner, the 
floor of the shed was wet. Marcus held a steel pipe which was to be forced 
into the well. The pipe extended through a hole into the roof. In some 
manner, it came in contact with the electric wires and the fact that 
Schwanke stood on a damp surface formed a perfect ground. 
Albert Schwanke, the father, remembers little of what happened. He was thrown 
to the floor and sustained a bump on the back of his head and burns about the 
hands. Marcus was badly burned about the hands and legs. The sole of one shoe 
was burned through. 
It was reported that a small boy, either the son or a brother of the victim, 
was also in the shed at the time and received a slight shock. He was hurt 
even less than the elder Schwanke. 
A Wisconsin Public Service corporation rescue squad was summoned to the farm 
and applied resuscitation methods but without success. When Dr. Kemper, the 
coroner, reached the farm, he expressed the belief that death had occurred 
about an hour before. The rescue crew continued to work until about 12:15. 
(Photo of Marcus) 
Manitowoc Evening Times, Wednesday, September 2, 1931 P. 1
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TO BURY VICTIM OF HIGH VOLTAGE WIRE SATURDAY 
No Inquest To Be Held in Death of M. Schwanke, Valders Youth, 
Who Was Electrocuted. 
Funeral services for Marcus Valders, 23 year old Valders young man, 
electrocuted on the homestead farm of his father Wednesday morning, 
when a charge of 6900 volts of electricity passed through his body, 
will be held Saturday afternoon at two o’clock from the farm home 
and later from the Savior’s church at Valders. The dead youth was one 
of eleven children in the family of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Schwanke. 
The fatal accident occurred when the elder Schwanke and his three sons, 
Marcus, Leroy and Ormond, were engaged in making changes and repairs to 
a pump on the farm. The pump was in a shed, the concrete floor of which 
was covered with water. Marcus Schwanke had lifted the pipe up into the 
air and in so doing it came so close to the power wire running to the 
motor in the pump house, that a spark jumped from the wire, down the 
pipe and through the youth’s body causing almost instant death. 
Father Knocked Unconscious 
Albert Schwanke, the father, was knocked unconscious by the shock and 
suffered burns to his face and hands while one other son, Leroy, was 
also knocked unconscious by the shock, a heavy black abrasion on his 
back showing where he had been partially affected by the shock. The 
third son, Ormond, was not in the pump house, but was close by, and 
he summoned his mother from the home. By this time, the elder Schwanke 
had revived and when phone calls to Valders and closeby points failed 
to locate a physician, a call was sent to Manitowoc and Coroner W. G. 
Kemper responded. 
Rescue Squad Works
A resuscitation squad from the Wisconsin Public Service Corporation 
responded also, and worked over the body of Marcus Schwanke for nearly 
two hours, but he was past human aid. There were severe burns on his 
hands, arms and shoulders and his shoes and stockings were badly burned, 
indicating where the heavy bolt had passed out of his body. 
Albert Schwanke, father of the dead boy, stated today that the wire 
carrying the current from the poles along the highway to the motor in 
the pumphouse was not insulated but inquiry at the offices of the 
Wisconsin Public Service Corporation here disclosed that the wires to 
rural customers are not insulated. First reports said that the iron pipe 
that Schwanke and his son were taking out of the well came in contact 
with the wire but further investigation disclosed that the pipe was not 
long enough to reach the wire, but the end probably came close enough to 
allow the spark to jump the gap and go down the iron pipe and through the 
body of Marcus. The elder Schwanke and his son Leroy, also victims of the 
shock, were up and about today and will probably suffer no ill effects 
from the accident.
Married Two Years Ago
Marcus Schwanke was born 23 years ago and has always resided in the county, 
having been engaged in working a small section of his father’s farm, which 
is located a mile north of Valders on County Trunk J, where the tragedy 
Wednesday took place. Two years ago, he was married to Emily Grassik who 
survives him with an infant son, (private). His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert 
Schwanke, four brothers, Irving of Grimms, Gerhardt, Leroy and Ormond, all 
of Valders, six sisters, Linda, Vernetta and Naomi at home, Erna of this 
city, Mrs. Esther and Mrs. George Broussard of Two Rivers also survive. 
No Inquest To Be Held 
Coroner Kemper announced today that there would be no inquest held in the 
Schwanke death, it being plainly one of accidental death. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, September 3, 1931  P. 4


MARTHA SCHWANKE

Mrs. Albert Schwanke, 70, of route 1, Valders,  town of Cato, died 
Tuesday morning at Holy Family hospital following a lingering 
illness. 
Funeral services are to be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Our Savior’s 
Lutheran Church in the village of Valders, with the Rev. Norman 
Berntson officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. 
Born Martha Krueger in 1881 in the town of Rockland, the deceased 
later married Albert Schwanke, following which the couple settled 
on a town of Cato farm. 
Surviving are four sons, Ervin of Rockland, Gerhardt of Valders, 
and Leroy and Orman of the town of Cato; six daughters, Miss Linda 
Schwanke at home, Mrs. Erna Lewis and Mrs. Neoma Sprang, of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. Viola Drossart of Two Rivers, Mrs. Ervin Krumery of the town of 
Cato and Mrs. Esther McAthey of Burbank, Calif; 17 grandchildren and 
six great grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the Berge funeral home in Valders from 3 p.m. 
Thursday until 10 a.m. Friday when the body will be taken to Our 
Savior’s church for the afternoon services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, July 31, 1951  P. 2


CARRIE HARVEY SEBO

Carrie Sebo Harvey
birth: 2 December 1906 Liberty
death: 1953 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Cato
residence: 1953 Liberty
father: Tore Sebo
mother: Ingre
spouse: Erastes Harvey
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968

KNUT SEBO

KNUT SEBO IS DEAD, AGE 78
Dies Near Valders At Home of His Niece
Knut Sebo, 78, who resided with his niece, Mrs. Ruel Thompson, a mile and a half from Valders in the town of Liberty, died this morning. He had been ill for five days with pneumonia
Funeral services will be held from the Thompson home Saturday at 1:30 p.m. and at 2 p.m. from Our Saviors church in Valders.
The deceased was born in the town of Liberty in 1856 and always devoted himself to farming. For many years he resided in western Canada and returned to this county from the west five years ago. He never married. Survivors are a brother, Knut Torrison of California, and a niece, Mrs. Ruel Thompson of Liberty.
The body is to be removed to the Thompson home Thursday afternoon from the Berge funeral home, Valders.
Manitowoc Herald Times  Wednesday, March 28, 1934  pg. 2


OLE SEBO

Order for proof of will.
STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY.
In the matter of the estate of Ole T. Sebo Deceased. In Probate.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of Ole T. Sebo late of town of Liberty in said County, having been delivered into said Court:
And Otto Sebo, of town of Liberty, in said County, having presented to said court, his petition in writing duly verified, representing, among other things, that said Ole T. Sebo died testate, at said town, in said county, on the 9th (sic) day of December, 1912; that said instrument is the Last Will of said deceased and that Otto Sebo is named therein as executor, and praying that said instrument be proven and admitted to probate and that letters testamentary be thereon issued to Otto Sebo.
It is ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proof 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 28th day of January 1913, 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 December 30, 1912.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Hougen & Brady, Attys.
Manitowoc Pilot, January 2, 1913 P. 4


TORE K. SEBO

Order to Hear Petition For Administration.
STATE OF WISCONSIN, Manitowoc County Court.-In Probate.
In the matter of the Estate of Thore Sebo deceased, intestate.
On reading and filing the petition of Otto Sebo, of the town of Liberty, in said county, representing among other things that Thore Sebo, an inhabitant of said county, on the 9th day of April, A.D., 1913, at said town died intestate, leaving estate to be administered, and that the said petitioner is a son of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to him Otto Sebo granted.
IT IS ORDERED, that said petition be heard at a special term of said County Court to be held on Tuesday, the 20th day of May, A.D., 1913, 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 City of Manitowoc in said County.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 18th day of April A.D., 1913.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Hougen & Brady, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Pilot, May 1, 1913 P. 4
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Thore Knudsen Sebo, son of Knud Knudsen and Kari Nilsdatter, 
sisters m *Johannes Haldorsen and *Mikkel Eriksen, 
b 21 June 1830 Srebo in Nord-Aurdal, d 9 April 1913. 
Immigrated 1854. Farmer in Liberty. 
ml 5 Feb 1854 Ostre Slidre to Ingri, daughter of Jager Syversen and Berit Torgersdatter, 
b 18 July 1822 Boldstad in Ostre Slidre, died and buried at sea. 
m2 10 April 1855 Gjerpen to Ingrid, daughter of Ole Tollefsen and Ragnild Eriksdatter, 
sister m *Ole Evensen, b 17 Dec 1831 Hovie in Ostre Slidre, d 3 March 1903. Immigrated 1854. 
Children: Knud b 12 Feb 1856, d 1934; 
Ole b 12 June 1857, d 8 Dec 1912, farmer in Liberty; 
Kari b 18 Nov 1858, m *Erastus Theophilus Harvey; 
Knud b 19 June 1860, d 1935, m Christi anna Haakonson, fruit farmer, Jelly, California; 
Thorvald b 13 Feb 1863, d 9 April 1884; 
Nilla b 4 May 1865, d 1 Sept 1890; 
Julie b 24 July 1867, d 5 Nov 1885; 
*Nils Otto b 18 Dec 1868; 
Nina Oline b 23 Feb 1871, d 29 Nov 1889; 
Emma Kristine b 24 Aug 1873, d 7 May 1886. (Rutt p.74)
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 228, 229

ALFRED G. SELLE

Alfred C. Selle, 79, of rural Valders, died Sunday afternoon, February 5, 1989 at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am Thursday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Carl Peters and Rev. Michael Hamilton will officiate and burial will be in Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Selle was born October 8, 1909 in the Town of Manitowoc, son of the late Emil and Frieda Wegner Selle. He attended Manitowoc Schools and graduated with the Class of 1929 from Lincoln High School. Mr. Selle was formerly employed as an Implement Salesman, retiring in 1972. He married Lorraine (Susie) Specht, May 15, 1948 at Manitowoc. Mr Selle was a World War Ii Veteran of Navy serving with the Medical Corps. He was a member of Manitowoc V.F.W. and Faith Lutheran Church.
Survivors include his wife, two sons and a daughter-in-law, Chris and Arlene of Cedarburg and James at home; two daughters and a son-in-law, Cynthia Kuczek of Rockford, Illinois and Sara and Michael Belli of Philomata, Oregon; a brother and sister-in-law, Edmund and Elsie Selle of Valders; five grandchildren, Pamela, Monica and Rebecca Selle, Ben and Hayley Belli. He was preceded in death by a brother.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 6 pm to 8 pm Wednesday and Thursday from 10 am until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Feb., 6, 1989 - page B5


ALEXANDER SHERVEN

Alexander L. Sherven, age 91, of rural Valders, died Tuesday afternoon, March 19, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 22, 1996, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Charles Kurtz will officiate with burial to follow at Our Savior’s Cemetery, Valders.
He was born March 11, 1905, in the town of Perry, Dane County, son of the late Albert and Helga Hansen Sherven. He attended Forward Elementary School in the Mt. Horeb area. He farmed in the town of Liberty and was also employed as a painter, and the Maintenance Department of the Valders Public Schools from 1942 until retirement in 1971. He married Jenny Knutson October 8, 1938, in the town of Liberty. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, a former member of the Sherven Brothers Orchestra, and was a Sunday School Teacher and a Deacon at Our Savior’s Church. Alex was also involved in various other church organizations.
Survivors include his wife, Jenny; one son and daughter-in-law, Allen and Marsha Sherven, Sheboygan; two grandchildren, Kristen and Michael; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Eugene and Arlene Sherven, Mt. Horeb, Leon and Christine Sherven, Mt. Horeb, Enoch and Helen Sherven, Mt. Horeb, Challs and Celestial Sherven, Madison; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Fern Storvik, Milwaukee, Doris and Paul Klassy, New Glarus; a special sister-in-law, Bernice Knutson, Manitowoc. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.
The Christianson-Deja Funeral Home is serving the family. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 20, 1996  P. A2


BERNICE KNUTSON SHERVEN

Bernice Knutson, age 83, of 1010 S. 24th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday evening, Aug. 30, 2003 at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2003, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders.
Bernice was born March 24, 1920 in rural Valders, daughter of the late Andrew and Julia Snortum Knutson. She graduated from Valder High School with the Class of 1937. Bernice was employed by local businesses in the Valders area and by the Manitowoc school system for more than 30 years, retiring in 1986. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, where she taught Sunday School, was the church organist and was active in bible studies.
Survivors include two sisters and one brother-in-law: Jenny Sherven, Manitowoc, and Ruby (Donald) McWilliams, Glendale, Ariz.; special nephews: James Knutson, rural Two Rivers, Allen (Marsha) Sherven and their children, Kristen and Michael, Sheboygan. She is further survived by other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by a brother: Alfred Knutson; a sister: Dagny Knutson; an infant brother; and a niece: Christine Garrigan.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, on Wednesday morning, Sept. 3, 2003, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Bernice was an avid bird watcher who also enjoyed gardening, craft work and especially enjoyed spending time with her great nieces and nephews. Bernice will be sadly missed by relatives and friends.
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 1, 2003


JENNY SHERVEN

Jenny Sherven, age 93, of 427 Christel Drive, Valders, died Wednesday morning, Dec. 29, 2004 at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. 
Jenny was born Oct. 8, 1911 in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Andrew and Julia (Snortum) Knutson. She graduated from Valders High School in 1928 and Manitowoc County Normal the following year. Jenny taught at Roselawn School in the town of Liberty for eight years. In 1938, she married Alexander Sherven. Jenny was a member of Faith Lutheran Church serving on numerous committees and taught Sunday School for many years. 
Survivors include one son: Allen and his wife: Marsha; a granddaughter: Kristen; grandson: Michael, all of Sheboygan; a very special nephew: James Knutson, Two Rivers; a sister and brother-in-law: Ruby and Donald McWilliams, Glendale, Ariz. She is further survived by other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Jenny was preceded in death by her husband: Alex; sisters: Bernice and Dagny: brother: Alfred Knutson; and an infant brother. 
Jenny loved her grandchildren and was always interested in their activities and concerned about their well-being. She was known for her generosity and concern for others and her strong will. Jenny enjoyed conversations and activities she shared with relatives and friends. She especially liked going to the Four Seasons Restaurant and talking to the staff and patrons. Jenny is best remembered as a devote Christian who will be missed by family and friends. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 3, 2005 at Faith Lutheran Church. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. William Laun. Burial will be at Our Savior's Cemetery, Valders. 
The family will greet relatives and friends at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, on Monday, Jan. 3, 2005 from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. 
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  Saturday, January 1, 2005 pg. A3


RICHARD C. SMITH

Richard C. Smith age 81 of 5828 Calumet Avenue, Manitowoc died Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center.
Richard was born June 1, 1931, in Manitowoc son of the late Albert and Dorothy (Schroeder) Smith. He attended school in Manitowoc and graduated with the class of 1949 from Lincoln High School. Richard served in the United States Army from 1951-1954. On July 21, 1956, he married the former Gloria J. Voigt at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Valders. Richard was the former president and owner of A.F. Smith & Sons. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Stephen Ministry, Manitowoc County Civil War Round Table, Manitowoc County Historical Society, Civil War Round Table of Milwaukee and the Golden K Kiwanis of Manitowoc.
Survivors include his wife: Gloria Smith, Manitowoc; three children: Catherine (Brian) Johnson, Winamac, IN; Susan Smith, Manitowoc; Perry (Laurie) Smith, Sayner, WI; five grandchildren: Karl and Kurt Johnson, Winamac, IN; Melissa (Adam) Schmidt, IA; Travis (Tabitha) Seefeldt, Appleton; Ross (Kristen) Seefeldt, Valders; five great grandchildren: Tatum, Talia, Morgan, Hadley and Teegan; two sisters and brothers-in-law: Jean (Grant) Hartman, Evansville, IN; Marjorie (Alan) Loehndorf, Fond du Lac; two sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law: Vic (Chris) Voigt, Collins; Ione Voigt, Lake Mills, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by one brother and sister-in-law: Fulton (Carol) Smith; three brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law: Oliver Voigt; Lloyd (Verna Mae) Voigt; and Beverly (Ed) Meyer.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at Faith Lutheran Church, 225 Roosevelt Street, Valders. Rev. Jim Rasmus and Rev. Erica Cunningham will officiate. Burial will follow at Our Savior's Cemetery, Valders. Military graveside services will be accorded by the VFW Otto-Oas Post #659. Relatives and friends may call at the church Monday from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Visitation will continue on Tuesday from 9:00 am until 10:45 am. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Faith Lutheran Church and Manitowoc County Historical Society. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc is assisting the Smith family with arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Matthias Fuchs and Dr. Richard Theobald for their longstanding medical care, and Cassie Braun for her loving care and support.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter   March 28, 2013


ANDREW SNORTUM

Eaton…Andrew Snortum, a former resident of the town of Liberty, died at the home of his niece, Mrs. George Thompson at Quarry and the funeral was held from Our Savior’s church at Valders Wednesday. 
Manitowoc Herald News, February 7, 1925  P. 5
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Andrew Snortum, a pioneer resident of the Town of Liberty where he lived until three years ago, passed away at the home of Mrs. George Thompson last Monday morning after a brief illness. Mr. Snortum reached the age of seventy-nine years. Funeral services were held at Our Saviors Church, Wednesday afternoon, Reverend K. Espeseth officiating. Deceased is survived by three nieces and two nephews, his wife having preceded him in death three years ago. Mrs. George Thompson, Quarry, Mrs. Andrew Knutson, Liberty, Mrs. Selma Walsh, Milwaukee, Albert Snortum of Chilton and Sever Snortum of Antigo.
Manitowoc Herald News, February 6, 1925  P. 10 
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Relatives surviving the late Andrew Snortum, former Manitowoc county man at Depere, are a sister, Mrs. O.P. Rogne, and two brothers, Tore and Jule Snortum, all residents of Shirley, Brown county. Mr. Snortum is also survived by twelve nieces and ten nephews. 
Manitowoc Herald News, March 10, 1925  P. 3

CLARENCE SORENSON

Clarence Sorenson, 63, of 361 Turner St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning 
at the home.
There will be no visitation. Klein & Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
is in charge.
Survivors include his wife, Betty Lou; two daughters, and mother, Mrs. Martha 
Sorenson of Manitowoc.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 26, 1972
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Clarence A. Sorenson, 63, of 361 Turner St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning 
at home.
Mr. Sorenson, who was employed in general construction, was born Nov. 1, 1919, 
at Valders, son of the late Peter and Mrs. Martha Gilberstson Sorenson. He 
married Betty Lou Becker at Geneva, Ill., in 1951. 
Besides his wife and his mother of Manitowoc, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Kenneth 
(Martha) Vander Missen, of Two Rivers; a son, Peter, of Two Rivers; five sisters, 
Mrs. Arthur Guetschow and Mrs. Ted Skattebo, of Two Rivers. Mrs. Don Edwards 
and Mrs. Elmer Hacker, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Hugo Vetting, of Valders; a brother, 
Harry, of Manitowoc; and a grandchild.
There will be no visitation or services. Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers, is in charge.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 27, 1972
(Note: stone has b. 1909, newspaper is in error)
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(01 Nov 1909/Dec 1972/SSDI)


HARRY SORENSON

Harry Sorenson, 61, of 636 S. 26th St., Manitowoc, died at home.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Faith Lutheran 
Church, Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial 
will be in Our Saviour Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Sorenson was born Sept. 14, 1911, in the Town of Liberty, son 
of the late Peter Sorenson and Martha Gilbertson Sorenson. He worked 
for the City of Manitowoc for many years.
Survivors include his mother of Heritage Nursing Home, Manitowoc; 
five sisters, Mrs. Hugo Vetting and Mrs. Donald Edwards, of Rt. 4, 
Manitowoc, Mrs. Ted Skattebo and Mrs. Elmer Hecker, of Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Arthur Guetschow, of Two Rivers; and nieces and nephews.
Four brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. 
Wednesday. The casket will remain closed.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. January 23, 1973
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 (b. 14 Sept. 1911/d. Jan. 1973/SSDI)


MARTHA SORENSON

Mrs. Martha Sorenson, 91, formerly of Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc, 
died Friday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in Our 
Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Mrs. Sorenson, nee Martha Gilbertson, was born Feb. 23, 1882, at Door 
County, daughter of the late Gilbert and Carrie Larson Gilbertson. She 
was married to Peter Sorenson June 25, 1902, at Our Savior Church, Valders. 
He preceded her in death Oct. 18, 1943. Mrs. Sorenson was a life member of 
the Manitowoc Historical Society and the Womens ALCW.
Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Hugo Vetting of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, 
Mrs. Ted Skattebo of Manitowoc Rapids, Mrs. Art Guetschow of Two Rivers, 
Mrs. Elmer Hecker of Manitowoc and Mrs. Donald Edwards of Rt. 4, Manitowoc, 
a sister, Mrs. Sona Yong of Seattle, Wash., 16 grandchildren and 36 great 
grandchildren. Five sons and three grandchildren preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 6 p.m. Sunday 
until 11:30 a.m. Monday and then at the church until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. April 7, 1973
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(b. 23 Feb. 1882/d. Apr. 1973/SSDI)


PETER SORENSON

OBITUARY:  Manitowoc Herald Times; Monday, 18 Oct 1943; p 2;
Peter Sorenson, 65, retired farmer of Liberty died suddenly of a heart 
attack early Sunday morning at his farm home a half mile east of Valders.
The family had returned from a visit to a neighbor at midnight and Mr.
Sorenson went into the basement to fire the furnace.  Two hours later, Mrs.
Sorenson discovered he had not returned upstairs.  He was found dead at the
bottom of the basement steps.  Dr. Theodore Teitgen, coroner, said death 
was due to a heart attack.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 pm from the Sorenson home 
and a two o'clock from Our Savior's Lutheran church, Valders.  Burial will be 
in the adjoining cemetery.
Mr. Sorenson was born in Denmark, Europe in 1878 and came to this county 
with his parents when a boy of 13.  He married Miss Martha Gilbertson in 1902 
and they located on the present farm.
Survivors are the widow; five daughters Mrs. Hugo Vetting, Mrs. Donald
Edwards, Mrs. Elmer Hacker, of this city; Mrs. Theodore Skattebo, Valders,
Mrs. Arthur Guetschow, Two Rivers; three sons, Private Joseph Sorenson, 
Camp Shelby, Miss., Clarence, Elgin, Ill., Harry on the home farm; brother Carl,
Cato.
The body may be viewed at the Berge funeral home, Valders, from Tuesday noon
until Wednesday morning when it will be moved to the Sorenson home.


WALTER SORENSON

Death Saturday in Valders of a small child of Mr. Sorenson with burial on
Tuesday.
Der Nord Westen, 28 Feb. 1907
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DIED:
The little child of Mr. and Mrs. Sorenson, Valders, died Saturday morning. 
The funeral was held on Tuesday, Rev. E.T. Rogne officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, February 28, 1907 pg. 1
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Walter Silvester Soreson
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name	Walter Silvester Soreson
Event Type	Death
Event Date	1907
Event Place	Liberty, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place	Liberty,
Gender	Male
Age	3
Marital Status	Single
Race	W
Birth Date	05 Nov 1906
Birth Year (Estimated)	1904
Birthplace	Liberty,
Burial Place	Cato,
Father's Name	Peter Soreson
Father's Birthplace	Denmark
Mother's Name	Martha Soreson
Mother's Birthplace	Manitowoc Co.,
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907"
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Walter Silvester Soreson
birth: 5 November 1906 Liberty
death: 22 February 1907 Liberty, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Cato
residence: 1907 Liberty
father: Peter Soreson
mother: Martha
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968

WENDY B. STEINBERG

Wendy B. Steinberg, age 58, of Reedsville, passed away Saturday, December 31, 2016 at Sharon S. Richardson Hospice in Sheboygan Falls surrounded by her loving family.
The former Wendy Helgeson was born on December 22, 1958, in Manitowoc, daughter of John Helgeson and the late Irene (Delaney) Helgeson. Wendy graduated from Valders High School with the class of 1977. On April 9, 1983, Wendy was married to Peter Steinberg III at Faith Lutheran Church in Valders. Wendy was employed at Denmark State Bank in Whitelaw for many years. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Wendy enjoyed baking, collecting cook books, spending time with her family and friends and going up north to their cabin.
Survivors include her loving husband of 33 years: Peter Steinberg III, Reedsville; three children: Jason (Hallie) Steinberg, Whitelaw; Darcie (Andy) Bauknecht, VA; Phillip Steinberg and his special friend: Sage, Milwaukee; her father: John Helgeson, Manitowoc; two sisters: Lynn (Terry) Owen, Sheboygan; Julie (Jim) Hess, Sheboygan; one brother: Daniel (Mary) Helgeson, Rothschild, WI; one sister-in-law: DeeDee Helgeson, Reedsburg, WI, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her mother: Irene "Betty" Helgeson; one brother: Dr. Tim Helgeson; father-in-law and mother-in-law: Peter J. and Beverly Steinberg II.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 6, 2017 at the Faith Lutheran Church, 225 Roosevelt Street, Valders. The Rev. Nicole Welke and Rev. Erica Cunningham will officiate with burial to follow at Our Savior Lutheran Cemetery, Valders. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Thursday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the church and again on Friday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Sharon S. Richardson Hospice in Wendy's name. The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Manitowoc is assisting with funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com
The family would like to thank Dr. Lynn Baatz, the nurses and staff of Holy Family Cancer Care Center, Sharon S. Richardson Hospice of Sheboygan Falls, and Wendy's friends for all the care and compassionate given to Wendy.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter   Jan. 4, 2017

ALICE STENSLAND

AGED VALDERS PIONEER DIES AT CHICAGO; TO BE BURIED THURSDAY 
Funeral services for Mrs. Alice Stensland, aged 91, who died at 
Chicago and was a resident of Valders more than twenty years ago, 
will be held at Valders tomorrow afternoon at two o’clock from 
the Otto Berge home to the Our Savior’s Church where Rev. Espeseth 
will conduct services. Burial will be in the Valders cemetery. 
Born in Norway, Mrs. Stensland came to this country while but a 
young lady and took residence in Valders where she lived for more 
than sixty years, moving to Chicago to live with her daughter, Mrs. 
Martha Christiansen, twenty-two years ago. Besides Mrs. Christiansen, 
Mrs. Stensland is also survived by a son, Julius Christiansen (sic) 
of Chicago and a daughter, Mrs. Peter Leim of Edgerton. Mrs. Otto 
Berge is a niece of the deceased. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, January 5, 1927  P. 2


JORGEN TH. STENSLAND

Jorgen Thorsen Stensland, son of Tore Torrison and Asborg, 
b 12 Dec 1828 Drangedal, d 4 Aug 1899 Cato. 
Immigrated 1873. Farmer in Cato. 
m Ales Johnsdatter, b 25 May 1835 Drangedal, d 4 Jan 1927. 
Children: Thor b 30 June 1856 Drangedal, d 3 Oct 1924; 
Kari Thurine b c1862, ?m Gunder Swensen; 
Marken Johanne b 22 Nov 1865, m *Paul Olson; 
Aaste Karoline Mathilde b 15 March 1874 Manitowoc bp Gjerpen; 
Julius b 26 Oct 1877 Manitowoc bp Gjerpen.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 116


THOM STENSLAND

Mrs. H.O. Johnson attended the funeral of Mr. Stensland of Valders and returned 
to her home in Chicago.
Manitowoc Herald News - Oct. 9, 1924 - page 1
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Mrs. L. Both returned to Chicago after attending the funeral of Mr. Stensland of Valders.
Manitowoc Herald News - Oct. 9, 1924 - page 2


AGNES THOMPSON

Liberty - Miss Agnes Thompson who died at her home early Saturday evening was buried 
here on Wednesday, a large number of relatives and friends attending the funeral. Miss Thompson 
had been ill for some time. She is survived by her mother and six sisters, Alice Thompson, Chicago; 
Mrs. George Knudson, Minneapolis, Mrs. George Gilbertson, Liberty, Clara, Mabel and 
Nettie of Valders; one brother, Thomas is at home.
Manitowoc Herald News - Fri., Mar. 16, 1923 - page 12


ALETTA THOMPSON

Mrs. Aletta Thompson, 87, of Hales Corners, a former Valders resident, 
died Wednesday at West Allis Memorial Hospital. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church,
Valders. The Rev. Robert A. Onkka will officiate and burial will be in 
Valders cemetery.
Mrs. Thompson was born Mar. 8, 1886, in Manitowoc County, daughter of 
the late Mathias and Bergetta Geraldson. She was a housewife all her 
life. She was married to Elmer Thompson who preceded her in death in 
1957. Mrs. Thompson was active in church circles and was a former choir 
director, Sunday School teacher and member of the Homemakers Club. 
Survivors include a son, Pastor Conrad Thompson, of Rapid City, S.D.; 
three daughters, Mrs. Clayton (Bergetta) Nelson, of Minneapolis, Minn., 
and Mrs. Roger (Almira) Myhre, of Hales Corners and Mrs. Art (Eva Jean) 
Newall, of Park Ridge, Ill.; a sister, Mrs. Stella Fitzgerald, of West 
Allis; 10 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Three sons preceded 
her in death.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, from 7 to 
9 p.m. Friday until 11 a.m. Saturday and from noon at the church until 
the time of service. Memorials may be made to Faith Lutheran Church of 
the Lutheran Vespers. 
Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, February 14, 1974  P. 22
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A wedding party of more than 100 will attend the marriage of Miss Aletta Jeraldson(sic)
and Elmer Thompson, popular young people of Rapids at Jerpen Church tomorrow at
2:30 pm and among the guests will be many Manitowoc friends. The young people are
among the most prominent of their home and a host of friends will tender well
wishes.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, June 14, 1911 page 2


ALICE THOMPSON

Miss Alice Thompson, 48, of Valders, died Thursday afternoon at 
4:25 o'clock at Holy Family hospital where she had been a resident 
for one day. Death was due to a blood clot.
Miss Thompson was the daughter of Thomas and Andrea Torrison Thompson. 
She was born in the town of Liberty June 10, 1892 and except for 18 
years during which she lived in Chicago, she spent her entire life 
in this county. She was a dress designer.
Five sisters survive. They are Miss Nettie Thompson, Mrs. Clara Thorson, 
Mrs. Clarence Gilbertson and Miss Olga Thompson, all of Valders, and 
Mrs. George Gilbertson of Route 3, Manitowoc.
The body may be viewed at the Berge funeral home at Valders from Sunday 
afternoon at 2 o'clock until the funeral which will be held Monday at 
1:30 p.m. at Berge's and at 2 o'clock at Our Saviour's church, Valders. 
The Rev. R.B. Walden will officiate.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 26, 1940 P. 2


ANDERS THOMPSON

Anders C. Thompson, 96, of Medford, formerly of Valders, died 
Thursday morning at Medford. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Faith Lutheran 
Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate and burial 
will be in Our Saviour Cemetery, Valders. 
Mr. Thompson was born June 21, 1877, in the Town of Rockland, son 
of the late Edwin and Anna Aubol Thompson. He married Emma Madson 
April 3, 1902, at Gjerpen Church. She preceded him in death in 1958. 
Mr. Thompson was a retired farmer. He was a charter member and former 
trustee of Faith Lutheran Church.
Survivors include two sons, Arthur, of Sheboygan and Reuel, of 
Dorchester; two daughters, Mrs. Allen (Esther) Fenlon, of Valders 
and Mrs. Lester (Jennie) Vandre, of Sheboygan; a brother, Reuel E., 
of Valders; 11 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and a sister-in-law, 
Mrs. Alma Christenson, of New Holstein. 
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, after 
6 p.m. Friday until 11 a.m. Saturday and then at the church from noon 
until the time of service. 
Herald Times Reporter, June 14, 1974  P. 14

ANNA THOMPSON

Mrs. Anna Thompson died on Saturday at the home of her son Russell Thompson, after suffering a stroke of paralysis at the age of seventy-five years. She was the eldest daughter of A. O. Aubal one of the pioneer white settlers of Manitowoc county and was one of the two first white children born and baptized after the organization of the Lutheran congregations seventy-five years ago. She was the widow of Edwin Thompson who represented the town of Rockland on the county board for a number of years. Nine children survive, also several grandchildren. 
Manitowoc Herald News, March 12, 1926  P. 12


CONRAD THOMPSON

Quarry Child Falls in Cistern and is Drowned
Falling into a cistern at the home at Quarry yesterday afternoon, the four year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Thompson was drowned before rescuers could save the child.
The little one had been playig about the house and yard and in some manner had fallen into the cistern, where its cries attracted the mother who made a desparate effort to save the babe without avail. Neighbors who were summoned, assisted in getting the body from the cistern, but the child was dead. The parents of the child are prostrated by the tragedy.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Dec. 8, 1916 page 3


DAVID ORIN THOMPSON

David Orin Thompson, age 75, a resident of Fond du Lac died Thursday, October 19, 2017.
David was born on June 27, 1942 in Manitowoc, son of the late Orin Thompson and Helen Lauderdale Thompson. He graduated from Valders High School and the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh with a career in teaching. David had a passion for history, reading, antiques and genealogy. 
He is survived by his brother: John (Jane Bartell) of Madison; his sister: Marilyn (Sharon Armus) of Minneapolis; and nephews and nieces: John C. Thompson, Kristin Thompson Corwin, Katherine Thompson Colbert, David Thompson Armus and Nathan Thompson Armus. He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother: Paul Thompson. 
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, October 23, 2017 at Faith Lutheran Church, 255 Roosevelt Street, Valders. Burial will follow the service at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders. 
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  October 21, 2017


EDWIN THOMPSON

Edwin Thompson (bp Even), son of *Thomas Olsen Helle and Kari Evensdatter, 
b 14 Oct 1842 Brrekkenseiet in Vang, d 26 June 1919. 
Immigrated 1848 with his parents. Farmer in Rockland. 
m 20 Jan 1870 Manitowoc County to Anne Marie, 
daughter of *Anders Olsen Aabol and Kari Olsdatter, 
b 20 May 1850 Cato, d 27 March 1926. 
Children: MalIa Karine b 16 March 1871; 
Thomas Olavus b 31 Aug 1872, d 1930; 
Kristine Anette b 16 June 1875, m *George Torrison; 
Anders Cornelius b 21 June 1877, d 1974, m 3 April 1902 Gjerpen to Emma Marie daughter of * And. Madson; 
Birthine Sophie b 8 Aug 1879, d 1972, m Hammer; 
Martin Edward b 30 Aug 1881; 
George Herman b 2 Sept 1883, d 1966, m Emma; 
Hiram Elmer Connell b 8 Nov 1885, d 1957, m 15 June 1911 Gjerpen to Aletta Geneva daughter of *Mathias Geraldson; 
Enanda Klarette Alfredine b 26 Jan 1888, d 26 Dec 1907; 
Norman Oskar b 5 Oct 1890, d 12 Sept 1896; 
Ruel Edwin b 29 Oct 1892, m 18 Oct 1919 St Pauls to Esther Harvey daughter of "E. T. Harvey.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 55, 56


ELMER THOMPSON

Elmer H. Thompson, 71, a former town and school official who lived at Rt. 1, Reedsville, in the town of Rockland, died Wednesday at Maple Crest Sanitarium where he had been admitted earlier in the day. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Valders, the Rev. Jerry Moe officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Born November 8, 1885 in the town of Rockland, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Thompson. He married the former Aletpa Geraldson of the Town of Manitowoc Rapids June 15, 1911 and settled on the homestead farm where he lived all his life. The couple farmed until two years ago. He served several terms as treasurer of the Town of Rockland, treasurer of the school district, treasurer of Our Savior Lutheran Church and was a member of the Brotherhood. He was also a director of the Rockland Mutual Fire Insurance Co. and in 1956 was honored by the Holstein Association at the state convention at Madison as an outstanding breeder of Holstein cattle. He was one of the original purebred breeders in Manitowoc County and a member of the association for more than 40 years.
Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Mrs. Clayon Nelson of Caledonia, Minn., Mrs. Roger Myhre of West Allis and Mrs. Arthur Newell of Lancaster, Ohio; a son, the Rev. Conrad Thompson, of St. Paul, Minn.; four brothers, Martin of Bremington, Wash., George of Reedsville, Anders of Gilman, Wis., and Ruel of Rt. 1, Valders; two sisters, Mrs. Christina Paulson of Valders and Mrs. Bertina Hammas of Valders and eight grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home, Valders after 3 p.m. Friday until 7 a.m. Saturday when the body will be moved to the church to lie in state to the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Thursday, Oct. 31, 1957 - page 22 


EMMA THOMPSON (d. 1955)

Mrs. George H. Thompson, 71, of Rt. 2, Reedsville, died Friday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Monday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. A.B. Holland will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Thompson, the former Emma Snortum, was born April 17, 1884 at Shirley, Brown County. She was married June 20, 1906 to George Thompson and the couple farmed the Thompson homestead in the Town of Rockland. She was a past president and life member of the Women’s Missionary Federation of the church and a member of the Riverview Homemakers.
Mrs. Thompson is survived by her husband; four sons, Edwin of Tucson, Ariz., Norman of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, Stanley of Milwaukee and George E. of Menasha; three daughters, Mrs. William Dayton of Valders, Mrs. John Reichert of LaGrange, Ill., and Mrs. Henry Pleuss of Rt. 4, Manitowoc; a brother, Albert Snortum of Chilton; three sisters, Mrs. Andrew Knutson of Valders, Mrs. Charles Walsh of Milwaukee and Mrs. Phil Allard of Green Bay and 19 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Reedsville Funeral Home after 3 pm Sunday until 9:30 am on Monday, when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in states until the hour of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Fri., Sept. 23, 1955 - page 15 


EMMA THOMPSON (d. 1958)

Mrs. Anders Thompson, 80, of Gilman, Wis., died this morning at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Vandre of Sheboygan. Born in Manitowoc County on March 30, 1878, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anders Halverson Madson, she was married to Anders Thompson on April 3, 1902. The couple lived on a farm near Valders until 1929 when they moved to Gilman. A former member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aid Society at Valders, she is at present a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aid Society at Gilman.
Surviving are her husband; two daughters, Mrs. A.J. (Esther) Fenlon of Valders and Mrs. Lester (Jennie) Vandre of Sheboygan; two sons, Arthur of Sheboygan and Reuel of Gilman; two brothers, Alfred of Rt. 1, Manitowoc and the Rev. Norman Madson of Mankato, Minn.; three sisters, Mrs. Anna Knudson of Valders, Mrs. Alma Christenson and Miss Jennie Knudson of Valders, both of Manitowoc and 11 grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 pm at Our Savior Lutheran Church at Valders with the Rev. Jerry Moe officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home at Valders from 3 pm Tuesday until 11 am Wednesday and then at the church until the time of service.
Sheboygan Press - Mon., May 5, 1958 - page 12


ESTHER THOMPSON

Mrs. Ruel Thompson, 49, a lifelong resident of the Town of Liberty, died early Friday following surgery at the Theda Clark Memorial Hospital in Neenah. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Monday at Our Savior Lutheran Church at Valders. The Rev. A.B. Holland will officiate and burial will be in the adjoining cemetery.
Mrs. Thompson, the former Esther Harvey was born in the Town of Liberty in 1894 and was married to Ruel Thompson in 1918. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Nicoloff of Libertyville, Ill., Mrs. Joyce Loritz of Valders and Miss Judy Thompson at home; one son, Harvey of Ames, Iowa; a brother, Roy Harvey of Billings, Mont.; and one grandchild. Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home from 2 pm Sunday until 11 am Monday, when the body will be moved to the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Fri., Dec. 18, 1953 - page 16
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Esther Carrie Harvey
Wisconsin Births and Christenings
Name	Esther Carrie Harvey
Gender	Female
Birth Date	11 Nov 1894
Birthplace	Liberty, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Race	White
Father's Name	Erastus Theo. Julius Harvey
Father's Birthplace	Liberty
Mother's Name	Carrie Sebo
Mother's Birthplace	Liberty
"Wisconsin Births and Christenings, 1826-1926"

EVERETT THOMPSON

VALDERS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT DIES AT HOSPITAL
Everett Thompson, 15, a student at the Valders high school, and a son of Mr. and 
Mrs. Elmer Thompson of Valders passed away this morning at the hospital, where he 
has been a patient for a week past.
He underwent a second operation a few days ago. The remains have been taken to 
Valders for burial but funeral arrangements have not been completed.
Besides his parents the deceased is survived by a number of brothers and sisters.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, July 26, 1930  pg. 5
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TO BURY VALDERS HIGH SCHOOL BOY THERE TOMORROW 
Funeral services for Everett Thompson, 16-year-old Valders high school 
student who died at the Holy Family hospital Saturday morning will be 
held from the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Thompson at 
Valders Tuesday afternoon at 1 o’clock and from Our Savior’s church 
immediately after. Burial will be at Valders.
The death of the Thompson boy causes widespread sorrow at Valders. He 
had been ill only one week, undergoing an operation for appendicitis 
and then, when apparently recovering, necessity for a second operation 
appeared and his death followed. He was a junior in the Valders high, 
a member of the band and orchestra of the school and very popular. He 
was a member of the Bible class and Sunday school of Our Savior’s 
church. 
His parents, three sisters, Bergetta, Almire (sic) and Evan (sic) Jean 
and one brother, Conrad, with the parents, survive, all at Valders. Rev. 
Espeseth will officiate at the funeral. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, July 28, 1930  P. 2

GEORGE THOMPSON

George H. Thompson, 83, formerly of the town of Rockland, Manitowoc County, died Sunday morning at Maple Crest Convalescent Home. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Faith Lutheran church, Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Thompson was born Sept. 2, 1883 in the Town of Rockland, son of the late Edwin and Anna Aubol Thompson. He married Anna Snortum June 20, 1906 and the couple farmed in the Town of Rockland. She died in 1955.
Mr. Thompson served from 1944 – 1957 on the board of directors of Reedsville Cooperative and was secretary from 1946-1956 of the co-op. A lifelong member of Faith Lutheran Church, he was active for many years in church affairs.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. William (Clarine) Dayton of Germantown, Mrs. John (Selma) Reichert of LaGrange, Ill., and Mrs. Henry (Florence) Pleuss of Manitowoc; three sons, Norman of Manitowoc, Stanley of Germantown and George E. of Menasha; a sister, Mrs. Berphine Hammer of Valders; two brothers, Ruel of Valders and Anders of Sheboygan; 18 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A son, Edwin, three sisters and five brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Reedsville Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Tuesday until 10 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state from 11 a.m. until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Monday, Nov. 28, 1966 - page T5 
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(b. 2 Sept. 1883/d. Nov. 1966/SSDI)


HELEN THOMPSON

Mrs. Orin Thompson, 48, Rt. 2, Reedsville, died early Monday morning at a Memorial Hospital after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Faith Lutheran Church (Our Saviors), Valders, the Rev. Robert A. Onkka officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Thompson, the former Helen Lauderdale, was born July 5, 1915, at Elkhorn, Wis., daughter of Roy and Mabel Pierce Lauderdale. She was graduated from Elkhorn High School in 1932 and from Whitewater State College in 1936. She taught school at Valders four years and had been a substitute teacher since. 
She was married to Orin Thompson July 20, 1940, at Elkhorn and the couple established residence on a farm near Valders. Mrs. Thompson was a member of Riverside Homemakers Club, was former secretary of Valders Parent-Teacher Assn., was active in Cub Scouts, Four-H and was a member of Pi Omega Pi Sorority of Whitewater State College. She was a member of Women's Missionary Federation of Faith Lutheran Church, a Sunday school teacher and a leader in Luther League. 
Surviving are her husband, three sons, David and John at University at Wisconsin, Madison, and Paul, at home; a daughter, Marilyn, at home; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Lauderdale of Elkhorn, a brother, Roland Wayne Lauderdale, of Milwaukee; and a sister, Mrs. Mildreth Thiemer, of Colville, Wash. 
Friends may call at Christiansen Funeral Home at St. Nazianz after 3 p.m. Tuesday until 11 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state until time of service.
Two Rivers Reporter, November 11, 1963, P-T3


IDA THOMPSON

OLD SETTLER AT VALDERS IS CLAIMED TODAY 
Mrs. Ole Thompson Helle passed away at the home of her son, Oscar Thompson, at Valders yesterday, after a brief illness. Funeral services will be held from the home Friday afternoon at 1 o’clock to Our Savior’s church, where Rev. O. K. Espeseth will officiate. 
The deceased was born in Norway March 7, 1850, being 77 years of age at the time of death, and came to this country at the age of 9, settling with her parents near Valders, where she has since lived. Forty years ago, she was married to Mr. Thompson, who passed away sixteen years ago. Seven children and sixteen grandchildren survive. 
The daughters are Mrs. Gelane Egeland, Mrs. Norman Samuelson, and the Misses Emma and Tillie Thompson, all of Chicago, Mrs. Albert Sanderson of Sawyer and Mrs. Elmer Halverson of Madison Station, and a son, Oscar of Valders, with whom she made her home for the last few years. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, December 28, 1927  P. 2


INANDA THOMPSON

Miss Enanda Thompson, aged 20 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Thompson of Quarry, died December 26. She had peen (sic) in poor health for some time. The funeral was held Monday afternoon from Valder's church. Rev. Espeseth of this city officiated.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, January 2, 1908 P. 1

MARY THOMPSON   (d. 1938)

Mrs. Mary Thompson, 66, died early today at the homestead farm in 
Cato. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the 
home and at two o’clock from Our Saviors Lutheran church, the Rev. 
O. K. Espeseth officiating.
Mrs. Thompson, nee Mary Johnsrud, was born on a farm north of this 
city in 1872 and in 1905 was married to Thomas Thompson. They 
located on the farm 2-1/2 miles northwest of Valders. Mr. Thompson 
died in 1927. 
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Gordon Helgeson, Valders, Agnes, 
Cato; two sons, Orin and Raymond, Cato; brother, George; city; three 
sisters, Mrs. Knut Kirkewald, city, Mrs. Christina Olson and Mrs. 
Fred Olson, both of California; and three grandchildren. 
The body will be moved to the Thompson home from the Berge undertaking 
parlors, Valders, Monday morning. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, February 19, 1938   P. 4
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JOHNSRUD-THOMPSON.
A pretty church ceremony united the destinies of Miss Mary Johnsrud and 
Thomas Thompson Wednesday the marriage occurring at the St Paul's Norwegian 
Lutheran church with a wedding party of relatives and friends in attendance, 
and Rev. Rogne officiating. A reception and dinner was given at the home of 
the bride on North Tenth street following the ceremony. Mrs. Thompson is an 
estimable young lady who has been employed as a saleslady for the Torrison 
Company and has won a large circle of friends. They will reside at Cato where 
the groom is a prosperous agriculturalist.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, June 30, 1904 P. 1


NORMAN H. THOMPSON

Norman Oscar Thompson
birth: 5 October 1890 Rockland
death: 12 September 1896 Rockland, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: Even Thompson
mother: Anne
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


OLGA THOMPSON

Miss Olga Thompson, 69, of Valders, died early Tuesday morning at 
home following a heart attack. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders, the Rev. Robert A. Onkka officiating. Burial will be in the 
church cemetery. 
Miss Thompson was born Nov. 24, 1893, in the Town of Liberty. She was 
the daughter of the late Thomas and Andrea Thompson. Miss Thompson was 
a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. 
Survivors include cousins and other relatives. 
Friends may call at Farley Funeral Home, Valders, after 4:30 p.m. 
Wednesday until noon Thursday when the casket will be moved to the 
church where the body will lie in state until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 3, 1963  P. 5

ORIN THOMPSON

Orin Thompson, 71, of Valders, died Friday afternoon in Holy Family Extended Care Facility, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am Monday in Faith Lutheran Church, Valders and burial will be in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Thompson was born July 26, 1907 in Valders, son of the late Thomas and Mary Johnsrud Thompson. He attended McKinley School, Manitowoc, Valders High School and University of Wisconsin – Madison. He married Helen Lauderdale July 20, 1940 in Elkhorn, Wis., operating a farm in the Town of Cato until his retirement in 1972. He was a member of Valders Lions Club and Faith Lutheran Church.
Survivors include two sons, David of Fond du Lac and John of Madison; a daughter, Marilyn of St. Paul, Minn.; two sisters, Mrs. Gordon (Olivia) Helgeson of Valders and Mrs. Edward (Agnes) Hampton of Concord, Calif., and three grandchildren. His wife and son preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, 4 pm to 9 pm Sunday and in the church Monday from 9:30 am until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Saturday, July 29, 1978 - page 3

PAUL THOMPSON

Paul Thompson, 25, of Rt. 2, Valders, presumably drowned Nov. 23, off the 
shore of Miami Beach, Fla.
Memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate.
Mr. Thompson was born May 18, 1947, in the Town of Cato, son of Orin Thompson 
and the late Mrs. Helen Launderdale Thompson. He was graduated from Valders 
High School with the Class of 1965. He attended the University of Wisconsin, 
Madison.
Survivors include his father of R. 2, Reedsville, two brothers, David of Fond du Lac 
and John of Madison, and a sister, Marilyn, of New York. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 21, 1972 pg. 3


RAYMOND C. THOMPSON

Raymond C. Thompson, 64, of Madison, died Friday at Madison. 
Funeral services were at 3 p.m. Monday at Christiansen-Deja Funeral 
Home, Valders, with burial at Valders. 
Mr. Thompson was born Nov. 5, 1911, at Valders. He married Margaret 
Sims and had been a resident of Madison since 1940. He was associated 
with the chemistry department at University of Wisconsin-Madison for 
more than 30 years. He was a member of Hiram Masonic Lodge No. 50. 
Survivors include his wife, three sons, Charles, of Moscow, Idaho, and 
Robert and Richard of Madison; a brother, Orin, 
of Valders; two sisters, Mrs. Olivia Helgeson of Valders and Mrs. 
Agnes Hampton, of California, and three granddaughters. 
Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospital for crippled children. 
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, April 5, 1976  P. 21

REUEL THOMPSON

Reuel Thompson, 84, of Rt. 1, Valders, died Wednesday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate with burial in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Thompson was born Oct. 29, 1892, at rural Reedsville, son of the late Edwin and Anna Aubol Thompson. He attended Fairview School and was a veteran of World War I, serving in France. As a young man he homesteaded in North Dakota for a period of time, returning to the Valders area, where he farmed the rest of his life. He married Esther Harvey Oct. 18, 1919, at Manitowoc. She preceded him in death in 1953. Mr. Thompson was a charter member of American Legion Post 28 of Valders and active member of Viking Bow and Gun Club. He served as clerk for the Town of Liberty for 25 years and was secretary of Faith Lutheran Church Cemetery Assn.
Survivors include a son, Dr. Harvey, of Ames, Iowa; three daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Nicoloff, of Rolling Meadows, Ill., Mrs. Joyce Loritz, of Rt. 1, Valders, and Mrs. Judith Valleskey, of Collins, 15 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Six brothers and four sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. Friday and at the church after 9:30 a.m. Saturday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, May 4, 1977  P. 3
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Funeral services for Reuel Thompson, 84, of Rt. 1, Valders, who died Wednesday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate with burial in Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. 
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday and at the church after 9:30 a.m. Saturday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, May 5, 1977  P. 3
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(b. 29 Oct. 1892/d. May 1977/SSDI)


SENAH THOMPSON

Notes from Liberty
Miss Sena Thompson passed away on Monday after an illness of about two weeks duration. Her many friends were shocked to hear of her death as they were not aware that she was sick. Deceased is survived by her mother, Mrs. E. H. Thompson, one brother, Thomas and seven sisters, Nettie, Mrs. Theodore Thoreson, Mrs. George Gilbertson, Mabel, Agnes, Alice and Olga. The funeral was held from Our Savior's Church at Valders on Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Espeseth officiating.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Apr. 26, 1917

THOMAS ALFRED THOMPSON   (d. 1927)

CATO MAN DIES IN HOSPITAL AT CITY TODAY 
Thomas A. Thompson, lifelong resident of the town of Cato, died at 
the hospital here this morning, age 53 years, death being due to 
complications. Mr. Thompson suffered from an inside (sic) goiter but 
had not submitted to an operation owing to his physical condition. 
He had been at the hospital only a short time. 
Mr. Thompson was born in Cato Feb. 23, 1874, and had always made his 
home there being one of the well known and substantial farmers of the 
county. He is survived by his wife who is Mary Johnsrud of Newton, 
two sons, Orin and Raymond, and two daughters, Olive and Agnes. One 
brother, Oscar Thompson at Valders and six sisters, Mrs. Mrs. Galena 
Engeland, Mrs. Norman Samuelson, Miss Emma and Matilda Thompson of 
Chicago, Mrs. Albert Samuelson, Sawyer and Mrs. Elmer Halvorson of 
Madson also survive. 
Funeral services will be held at the home at 1 o’clock and from Our 
Saviour’s church at Valders at 2 o’clock Monday afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, January 28, 1927  P. 1

TONETTA THOMPSON

Miss Nettie Thompson, 77, who resided with two sisters on route 1, Valders in the Town of Liberty, died at the home at 5 a.m. today following a lingering illness. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Valders with the Rev. N.A. Berntson officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
A daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Thompson, the deceased was born on her parents Town of Liberty farm in 1871. As a young lady she went to Chicago where she was employed for about 20 years, returning to Liberty in 1918 to make her home with her sister, Mrs. Clara Thorson. Never marrying, she had continued to live there since. She was a member of the Ladies Aid Society of Our Savior congregation.
Surviving in addition to the sister, Mrs. Thorson, are three other sisters, Miss Olga Thompson, who also resided with her, Mrs. George Gilbertson of route 1, Manitowoc and Mrs. Clarence Gilbertson of route 1, Valders. The body may be viewed at the Berge funeral home in Valders from 2 p.m. Sunday until 11 a.m. Monday when it will be removed to the church to lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald times - Friday, Oct. 10, 1948 - page 2

CLARA THORSON

Mrs. Clara Thorson, 76, of Valders, died Sunday night at Holy Family 
hospital following a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Our Saviours 
Lutheran church in Valders, the Rev. N. A. Bernston officiating. 
Burial will be in the church cemetery. 
Mrs. Thorson, nee Clara Thompson, was born in 1873 in the Town of 
Liberty and was married to Theodore Thorson in 1894. He died in 1930. 
Survivors are three sisters, Mrs. George Gilbertson of route 1, 
Manitowoc, and Mrs. Clarence Gilbertson and Miss Olga Thompson, both 
of route 1, Valders.
Friends may call at the Berge funeral home from Tuesday noon until 
11 a.m. Wednesday when the body will be moved to the church to lie 
in state until the time of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 3, 1950  P. 2


KNUT THORSON

Notes from Liberty
Knute Thoreson (sic), an aged resident of this vicinity, passed away last Wednesday. 
Mr. Thoreson had been ailing but a few days and his death was unexpected. Deceased 
is survived by his widow and one son, Theodore. The funeral was held form the late 
home to the Valders church with interment in the adjoining cemetery last Saturday afternoon.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., July 12, 1917
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Knud Thorsen Bergei, son of Thor Helgesen and Ingeborg Amundsdatter, 
b 2 Feb 1846 Sorstrand (Scholdhammer) in Nord-Aurdal, d 4 July 1917. 
Immigrated 1868. Liberty 1870, to Door County 1871, back to Liberty: there 1885-. 
m 15 March 1868 Nord-Aurdal to Marlt, daughter of Lars Bendiksen and Ingri Nilsdatter, 
b 1 Jan 1840 Berger in Nord-Aurdal, d 13 Dec 1921. 
Child: 
*Theodor b 18 Dec 1868 bp Manitowoc County. 
(Samband 99:562)
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 134


THEODORE THORSON

Eaton News:
Theodore Thorson, of Liberty is in the hospital where he underwent a serious 
operation last week.
Manitowoc Herald Times - July 25, 1930 - page 17


CLARENCE THRONSON

Notes From Valders:
Clarence Thronson, grandson of K.K. Robley, died Tuesday night after a 
lingering illness. He was 21 years of age and was raised by his grand parents 
with whom he had always made his home. The funeral will take place Saturday 
afternoon at 1 o'clock from the home.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 14, 1910  pg. 8


ENGEBERT THRONDSEN

Embrick Thronsdon (sic) of Eaton died quite suddenly this week. In company with two 
of his children, he was visiting a neighbor. Himself and children started out for home, 
the children in advance. After proceeding a little distance the children looked back and 
saw their father lying on the side of the road. It seems he fell and expired instantly.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, March 7, 1889 P. 3
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Engebret Trondsen, son of Trond Knudsen and *Marit Engebretsdatter, 
b 6 Oct 1832 Rogne in Ostre Slidre, d 3 March 1889 bur Valders. 
Immigrated 1851 with his mother. Farmer in Liberty. 
Co. C, 34th Wis. Inf. 
m 21 Dec 1868 to Guro, daughter of Erik Olsen and Ragnild Knudsdatter, brother *Knud, sister m *Peder Bendiksen, 
b 25 Jan 1838 Preestrud in Ostre Slidre, d 12 Dec 1904 bur St Pauls. 
Immigrated 1868. Manitowoc Rapids 1900. 
Children: 
Maria b 4 Nov 1869, m 8 Nov 1886 Gjerpen to Tollef Olsen Rogne, lived in Glenmore Town, Brown County, Wisconsin; 
Rangnild b 4 March 1871, m *John K. Larson; 
Lovise b 9 Sept 1872; 
Ottis b 22 June 1874; 
Gurine b 28 March 1876; 
Tonette b 11 Feb 1878; 
Caroline b 14 April 1880.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 156
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(First publication Sept. 10, 1891.) No 91
STATE OF WISCONSIN-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY.  In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of Engebert Throndson (sic), deceased, intestate.
On reading and filing the petition of Guro Throndson of the town of Liberty in said county, representing 
among other things that Engebert Thronson an inhabitant of said county, on the 3rd day of March. A.D., 
1889, at town of Liberty, died intestate leaving estate to be administered, and that the said petitioner is the 
widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to Riley Olson granted.
It is ordered that said petition be heard at a special term of said county court, to be held on Tuesday the 
6th day of October, A.D., 1891, at 10 o'clock A.M., at the office of the county judge in the city of 
Manitowoc, in said county.
Ordered further, that notice 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 the city of Manitowoc in said county.
Dated at Manitowoc, the 9th day of September, A.D., 1891.
By the Court.
Emil Baensch, County Judge.
Markham & Markham. Atty.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, September 1891 P. 2


GURO THRONDSEN

Mrs. Guro Throndson, a resident of Manitowoc Rapids, 
died late Mon. night at age 66, leaving 3 daughters 
and one son. The funeral will be held today in Valders.
Der Nord Westen, 15 Dec. 1904
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On Tuesday Mrs. G. Throndson died at her home in Rapids, aged 66 years. 
She is survived by a family of children.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 15, 1904  pg. 1
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Mrs. Guro Throndson
birth: 25 January 1837 Norway
death: 13 December 1904 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1904 M'twoc Co.
spouse: Throndson
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968

GERTRUDE THRONSON

VALDERS PIONEER DIED
Mrs. Throndson Brought Here Three Weeks Ago, Died Saturday
Mrs. Gertrude Throndson, widow of the late Ole Throndson and a pioneer of Valders, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William Abel in this city Saturday night after an illness of several weeks, during the last three weeks of which life has hung tremblingly in the balance of the time.  Mrs. Throndson was 79 years of age and had resided at Valders for forty years. Mr. Throndson died last fall and Mrs. Throndson had made her home at Valders up to three weeks ago when she was brought to the city.
Mrs. Throndson is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Abel of this city and Mrs. Ella Jacobson of Chicago. The funeral will be held from the Abel home at ten tomorrow morning and the body will be taken to Valders for burial with services at the Valders church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Monday, May, 23, 1910 - page 1


MARTIN THRONSON

Martin Throndson (sic) of Clarks Mills, brother-in-law of Knud Anderson of this 
city, died on Wednesday of last week. He was the ninth member of the family who 
died and the last remaining except the father who is the only survivor.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, February 14, 1895 P. 3


OLE THRONSON

Mr. Ole Throndson, who for the past fifty years has resided at Clarks Mills, passed away at a late hour Saturday night. Mr. Throndson was in his eighty-first year and was one of the first settlers in this community. For the past year he had been troubled with cancer of the stomach and it was that which caused his death. The funeral was held at Valders Tuesday.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, September 16, 1909  pg. 8
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Ole Trondsen, son of Trond Olsen and Kari Mathisdatter, 
b 6 Oct 1833 Nyhagen in Ostre Slidre, d 11 Sept 1909. 
Husmann at Nyhagen. Immigrated 1864. Farmer in Cato. 
ml 27 Dec 1856 Ostre Slidre to Berit, daughter of Knud Tollefsen and Berit Pedersdatter, 
b 23 Jan 1834 Rudie in Ostre Slidre, d 26 May 1873. 
m2 16 Nov 1876 Gjerpen to Gjertrud, daughter of *Gullik Thomassen and Ragnhild Johnsdatter, 
b 26 Aug 1831 Lechen in Vestre Slidre, d 20 May 1910. Immigrated 1857. 
ml *Erik Jensen. 
Children: 
Kari b 19 May 1857, m *Knud Andersen; 
Ole b 5 Dec 1859, d 21 Aug 1877; 
*Knud b 26 Dec 1863; 
Berthe Marie b 4 Dec 1865, d 21 June 1873; 
Theodor b 17 Jan 1868; 
Martin b 23 Jan 1871, d 6 Feb 1895 of consumption; 
Klara Oline d 19 Sept 1873.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 198, 199

KNUTE TOLLEFSEN

Valders News:
Knute Tollefson is seriously ill at his home suffering from a stroke
Manitowoc Herald Times - Friday, Sept. 25, 1942 - page 8
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Knut Tollefson(sic), 72, died Wednesday afternoon at his home in the 
village of Valders. He suffered a stroke ten days ago.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30 o’clock from the 
Berger funeral home in Valders and at 2 p.m. from Our Savior’s 
Lutheran church with the Rev. Martin Trygstad officiating. 
Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. 
Mr. Tollefson was born April 21, 1870, in the town of Liberty and 
resided in the town until 1903 when he moved to North Dakota and 
operated a farm. In 1920 he returned to this county and settled 
at Valders where he followed the carpenter trade. He was married 
to Miss Sarah Robley in 1924.
Survivors are the widow; two brothers, Otis and Edward, both of 
Lisbon, North Dakota; and one sister, Mrs. Sarah Nelson of Lisbon, 
North Dakota. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Friday noon to the 
hour of the services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, October 1, 1942 P. 2
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Notes from Valders
Knut Tollefson of Valders and Miss Sarah Robley,, daughter of Mrs. George Robley, 
formerly of Valders but now of Milwaukee, were married at Milwaukee, Wed., 
December 8. After a wedding trip, Mr. and Mrs. Tollefson will make their home 
on the groom's farm near Valders.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., Dec. 4, 1924  


ARNOLD TORRISON

Arnold Torrison, nine-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. George Torrison, 
died at the family home at Quarry yesterday and the funeral will be 
held Thursday afternoon. The boy had not been in robust health for 
a long time. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, August 28, 1923   P. 4


CHRISTINE TORRISON

Mrs. Christine Paulson, 84, of Valders, died early Monday morning 
at Manitowoc County Hospital where she had been a patient for two 
weeks following an illness of two years. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Our Saviour Lutheran 
Church, Valders, with the Rev. Jerry E. Moe officiating. Interment 
will be in the church cemetery. 
Mrs. Paulson was born June 16, 1875, in the town of Rockland, daughter 
of the late Edward and Anna Aubul Thompson. She was married to George 
Torrison Oct. 9, 1895, at Evangelical Lutheran Church, Valders. 
Following the death of Mr. Torrison in 1916, she was married to Eli 
Paulson Nov. 28, 1928, at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1951. 
Mrs. Paulson was a member of Our Saviour Lutheran Church and the church 
Ladies Aid. She was also a member of Valders American Legion Auxiliary 
and Homemakers Club. 
Survivors include five sons by her first marriage, Eugene and Hartley 
of Chicago, Norman and Ivan of Valders and Syvan of Clark Mills; a 
daughter, Mrs. A. I. Nauman of Pittsburgh; four brothers, Martin of 
Washington, Anders of Gilman, Wis., George of Valders (sic--stated 4 
brothers but only 3 named) a sister, Mrs. Berthine? Hammar of Valders; 
11 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. 
Friends may call at Berge Funeral Home, Valders, after 2 p.m. Wednesday 
until 11 a.m. Thursday when the body will be moved to the church to lie 
in state until the hour of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 28, 1959  P. 15
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On Torrison lot


GEORGE TORRISON

STRICKEN AT MIDNIGHT, DIES FEW HOURS LATER 
George Torrison, Well Known Quarry Farmer, Passes Away 
Stricken at midnight last night, Geo. Torrison, a prominent farmer 
of Quarry, died at his home there at 4 o’clock this morning. Mr. 
Torrison had been suffering for several weeks but his death was 
unexpected and a shock to family and friends. Apoplexy caused his 
death.
Mr. Torrison was one of the best known residents of the county. He 
was a brother to the late G. H. Torrison of Rockland. He is survived 
by a widow and seven children, six sons and one daughter, the oldest 
17 and the youngest 2 years. 
The funeral will be held from the home to Valders church at 2 Monday 
afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, December 9, 1916  P. 4

HARTLEY Q. TORRISON

Hartley Quentin Torrison, age 95, died Dec. 7, 2002 in Sarasota Fla.
Mr. Torrison, a native of Valders, was born on Aug. 18, 1907, son of the late George and Christina Torrison. He graduated from Valders High School in 1924 in the school's first graduating class. He was class president in a class of eight. After completing a year at Manitowoc County Normal School, he taught in a rural schoolhouse near Valders for two years. During his work career he attained the position of Chairman of the board of Stanadyn Inc., serving the company for 36 years. Hartley and his wife Lola raised three sons, George, Robert and John in Chicago and Hartford areas. Hartley and Lola retired to Sarasota, Fla., in 1972. Hartley was a member of St. Armands Key Lutheran Church, Bird Key Yacht Club, Sons of Norway and was an active member of the Sarasota Power Sailors Squadron. He taught navigation for many years to other avid sailors. 
He was preceded in death by Lola, his wife of 70 years, and his son, Robert, two sisters and brothers: Florence, Ada, Eugene, Norman, Sylvan, Ivan and Arnold.
Survivors include two sons: George of Lakewood, Colo.; and John of Westbrook, Conn.; six grandchildren: Scott, Jeff, and Aaron Torrison, Noel LaPlante, Gretchen Ritchie, and Sarah Aceto; 10 great-grandchildren: Jacob, Joshua, Jonah, Joseph, Holly, Luke, Benjamin, Katherine, Carlos and Piper.
Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, 2002 at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, with burial to follow at Our Savior Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the church on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2002 from 11:30 a.m. until the time of service at 12:30 p.m.
The Christianson-Deja Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center is assisting the Torrison family with funeral arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  Friday, December 13, 2002  pg. A3


IVAN TORRISON

Ivan C. Torrison, 79, of Valders, died Wednesday morning, April 26, 1989 at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday at Faith Lutheran Church,k Valders. Rev. Carl Peters and Rev. Michael Hamilton will officiate with burial to follow at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
Mr. Torrison was born October 31, 1909 at Valders, son of the late George and Christina Thompson Torrison. He attended Riverside school at Quarry and was a 1928 graduate of Valders High School. Mr. Torrison was a former proprietor of Ivan's bowl in Valders. he was also responsible for starting Nordic Land Trailer Park in Valders. He married the former Lila Ellestad on June 16, 1936 at Valders. She preceded him in death in 1973. He then married Gertrude Marshall on September 22, 1973 at Valders. in 1982, Mr. Torrison was inducted into Manitowoc County Bowling Hall of Fame. He was a member of Eagles Aerie Number 706, charter member of Lions Valders Club and was also very instrumental in establishing the Valders Village Park.
Survivors include his wife, Gertrude; a step daughter and son-in-law, Mary Lou and Leland Krepline of rural Reedsville; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Hartley and Lola Torrison of Sarasota, Florida; Sylvan and Monica Torrison of Valders; nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren also survive. He was preceded in death by two brothers, a sister and a grandson.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, 6 pm to 8 pm Friday and Saturday from 10 am until the hour of service at the church. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders is assisting the family.
Manitowoc Herald times - Thurs., Apr. 27, 1989 - page B12
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(Ivan C. Torrison/31 Oct 1909/26 Apr 1989/SSDI) 

JOHN C. TORRISON

BITES TONGUE, BLOOD POISON AND THEN DEATH
John Torrison, Valders Mail Carrier, Meets End Peculiarly.
TONGUE SWOLLEN, CHOKES FOR AIR.
Death under most perculiar circumstances and as result of the strange 
mishap ended the life of John Torrison a well known resident of Valders, 
whose demise occurred at the Holy Family hospital in this city Wednesday 
after he had been brought here for care by physicians called to attend 
him. Mr. Torrison's body has been taken to Valders for burial from the 
late home there on Friday.
Mr. Torrison's death was caused by blood poisoning which developed from 
an injury only a few days ago. Mr. Torrison was employed in the United 
States mail delivery service, as a rural mail carrier from the Valders 
post office and was injured while discharging his duties as carrier. 
While at his work and in haste to alight from the wagon Mr. Torrison, 
in jumping from the wagon in some way bit his tongue, his teeth closing 
upon the tongue with considerable force, causing laceration of the tongue 
and developing a serious and painful injury.
From the laceration caused by the teeth, the tongue became swollen and 
within a few hours, Mr. Torrison experienced intense sufferings. Physicians 
were summoned from this city to attend him and it was decided to remove the 
patient to the hospital here where he could be given constant care and 
attention. Efforts of physicians to relieve the suffering man and reduce 
the swelling of the tongue did not succeed and Wednesday morning, Mr. 
Torrison's condition became alarming and he died early in the day. Because 
of the swollen condition of the tongue it was hard for the pateint (sic) 
to get a sufficient supply of air for the body and death was virtually due 
to strangulation.
Mr. Torrison was one of the best known residents of the county in the 
vicinity in which he made his home and his sudden and unexpected death 
is a shock to a large circle of friends. Mr. Torrison formerly engaged 
in the hotel business, having conducted a small hostelry, but later he 
secured an appointment as a rural mail carrier which he had held for some 
time. Mr. Torrison was 50 years of age and is survived by a widow, one 
child, a daughter aged 15.
A member of the association of Manitowoc County Rural Mail Carriers and 
the state association, Mr. Torrison was well known in this city and 
throughout the county. He attended the annual picnic of the association 
held a week ago Sunday and had been active in the work of the association. 
Rural carriers of the local postoffice have arranged to visit the Torrison 
home at Valders with flowers as a tribute of respect to the dead man.
The funeral will be held at Valders from the late home to-morrow.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, August 11, 1910 P.1
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IN PROBATE-Manitowoc County Court.
In the Matter of the Estate of John G. (sic) Torrison, Deceased.
Notice to Creditors:
Letters of Administration on said estate having been issued to Minnie Torrison 
on the 27th day of September A.D. 1910, and six months from and after said 
day being allowed and limited for creditors to present their claims, of which 
notice is hereby given, and further that the undersigned will on the 3rd Tuesdays 
of December 1910 and February and April, 1911, at the Probate Office in the 
city of Manitowoc, in said County, examine and adjust all such claims and 
demands so presented and filed.
Dated October 3rd 1910.
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Hougen & Brady, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Pilot, October 6, 1910 P. 4


LILA TORRISON

Mrs. Ivan Torrison, 58, of Valders, died Tuesday evening at Holy Family 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in Our 
Saviour Cememtery, Valders.
Mrs. Torrison, nee Lila Ellestad, was born Oct. 24, 1914, in the town of 
Rockland, daughter of the late Theodore Ellestad and Mrs. Tilda Olson 
Ellestad. She was married to Ivan Torrison Jun 20, 1936, at Valders.
Survivors include her husband and mother, three brothers, Elton of Valders, 
Orvin of Manitowoc and Vernon of South Milwaukee.
Friends may call at Christianson Funeral Home, Valders, after 4 p.m. 
Thursday until 11:30 a.m. Friday and at the church until the time of 
service.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. February 7, 1973 pg. 3

LOLA E. TORRISON

Lola E. (Nelson) Torrison, age 93, of Sarasota, Fla., died October 21, 2000, at Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
Funreal Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 11, 2000, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. William Timm and Rev. Reginald Torrison will officiate, with burial to follow at Our Saviors Cemetery, Valders.
Lola was born October 16, 1907, in Valders, daughter of the late Otto N. and Sophie E. Evenson Nelson. She was a 1925 graduate of Valders High School. On June 20, 1930, she married Hartley Q. Torrison at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Valders. They had recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary.
Survivors include her husband, Hartley Q. Torrison, Sarasota, Fla.; two sons and three daughters-in-law, George O. and Gloria A. Torrison, Lakewood, Colo., John H. and Chris I. Torrison, West Brook Ct. and Bobbi L. Torrison, Sarasota, Fla. She is also survived by six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday, November 11, 2000, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Memorials would be appreciated to Faith Lutheran Church, Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 10, 2000  P. A3
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Notes from Valders
At six o'clock Friday at Our Savior's church at Valders, a pretty ceremony was performed when Miss Lola E. Nelson became the bride of Hartley O. Torrison in the presence of relatives and friends. The ceremony was performed by Rev. O.K. Espeseth. Mrs. Emilette Lane and Mrs. Ada Nauman were the bridesmaids and groom was attended by Ivan Torrison and Clayton Nelson. Little Alan Nauman was the ringbearer. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Nelson of Valders and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Paulson of Manitowoc. A reception followed the ceremony and a dinner was served at the Hotel Manitowoc.  Mr. and Mrs. Torrison left after the dinner on a wedding trip to northern Wisconsin and Michigan. The young couple will make their home at Riverside, Ill.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., June 26, 1930 


MINNIE TORRISON

Mrs. Minnie Torrison, 87, former Valders resident, died Friday morning in a Chicago Hospital. Since the death of her husband 30 years ago, she had resided with a daughter, Mrs. Arthur Dahnberg at Maywood, Ill. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Monday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. A.B. Holland will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
She was born Oct. 25, 1869 in Liberty, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Christ Evenson. She was married to John Torrison and the couple located in Valders where her husband was a rural mail carrier. He died in 1915 and she moved to Maywood. Surviving are the daughter, Mrs. Dahnberg of Maywood; four brothers, Even of North Dakota, Otis of Los Angeles and Clarence and Elmer of Valders; three sisters, Mrs. Emma Sanders of Los Angeles and Mrs. John Berge and Mrs. Otto Nelson of Valders.
Friends may call at the Berge Funeral Home after 2 pm Sunday. The casket will be moved to the church 11 am on Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Fri., Apr. 6, 1956 - page M15

FERN A. TURNELL

Fern A. Turnell, age 85, long-time resident of Valders, died on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, 
at the Touchstone Living Centers in Fond du Lac.
Fern was born on March 5, 1923, in the township of Eureka, the seventh of eight children 
of Bertel and Marie (Mortensen) Petersen. She graduated from Milltown High School in 
1941, and married Len Turnell in St. Paul, Minn., on Aug. 14, 1943. She moved with Len 
to Valders, where he taught vocational agriculture at the local high school for more than 34 
years. Len preceded Fern in death on Jan. 2, 1997. Fern was an active member of her 
community and particularly of Faith Lutheran Church, where she served for many years 
as church secretary. She also worked nearly 20 years as a secretary at Holiday House in 
Manitowoc, which serves individuals with disabilities, and played for more than 50 years 
as a regular member of Valders' longest running bridge club.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law: Anne and Jim Fuenger, Fond du Lac; one 
son and two daughters-in-law: Roy and Debbie Turnell, Shaker Heights, Ohio, and Deb 
Turnell, Dodge; one sister: Shirley O'Connel, Lake Hubert, Minn.; and grandchildren: 
Sarah (Josh Liegl) and Joe Fuenger; Matt and Biz Turnell; and Abby, Dyanna, and Kaitlin 
Turnell. 
She was preceded in death by her husband: Len; son: Jon Turnell; sisters: Pearl Walker; 
Opal Johnson; and Ruby Johnson Greenlee; brothers: Herloff, Holger and Howard Petersen; 
sisters-in-law: Helen Knight; Gwendolyn Hodgson; Ada Petersen; and Ruby Turnell; and 
brothers-in-law: Orion Walker; Walter Johnson; Don Johnson; Nic O'Connel; Roy Turnell; 
Jack Turnell; Gaylord Knight; and Russ Hodgson.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008, at Faith Lutheran 
Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Bill Gruenstern. Burial will follow 
the service at Our Savior Lutheran Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008, at Faith Lutheran 
Church, Valders, from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Memorials may be sent to the Endowment Committee of Faith Lutheran Church, which 
provides scholarships and other services, a committee Fern served on for many years, 
Holiday House, and the Alzheimer's Society. Memorials may be sent to Jim and Anne 
Fuenger, 977 Meadow Lane, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, or collected at the time of the 
service.
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Valders, is assisting 
the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 25, 2008

LENARD L. TURNELL

Lenard L. Turnell, age 81, of Valders, died early Thursday morning, January 2, 1997, at Northridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 4, 1997, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, with burial to follow at Our Savior’s Cemetery, Valders. Rev. William Timm and Rev. Charles Kurtz will officiate.
Len was born May 31, 1915, in the town of Arena, son of Luther and Jessie Wilson Turnell. On August 14, 1943, he married Fern Petersen in St. Paul, Minn. Len attended Arena High School earning 12 athletic letters in football, basketball and baseball. Len attended Platteville State College earning four letters in football. He was recognized as an all-state college conference end in 1939 and 1940.
Survivors include his wife, Fern; a daughter and son-in-law, Anne and Jim Fuenger, Fond du Lac; two sons and daughter-in-law, Roy and Deborah Turnell, Shaker Heights, Ohio, Jon and Debra Turnell, New Lisbon, Wis.; a sister and brother-in-law, Helen and Gaylord Knight, Mazomanie, Wis.; a brother and sister-in-law, Jack and Ruby Turnell, Blue Mounds Wis. Also, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Herloff and Ada Petersen, Mission, Texas, Holger and Marion Petersen, Clear Lake, Wis., Pearl Walker, Hudson, Wis., Opal and Walt Johnson, St. Croix Falls, Wis., Shirley O’Connell, Lake Hubert, Minn.; grandchildren, Sarah and Joe Fuenger, Matthew and Elizabeth Turnell, Abby, Dyanna nad Kaitlin Turnell; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends survive. Len was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Roy Turnell, a sister, Gwendolyn Hodgson, a sister-in-law, Ruby Johnson Greenlee, and five brothers-in-law, Russ Hodgson, Don Johnson, Orieon Walker, Nic O’Connell and Howard Petersen.
Prior to coming to Valders, Len taught at Centuria High School and Oconto Falls High School. Len came to Valders High School as an agriculture teacher and coach in 1942, where he continued his teaching career for 34 years. He coached 6-man football from 1942-1946 and 11-man football from 1947-1956. He introduced and was advisor of the Valders Chapter of the Future Farmers of America and supervised a 1954 State Dairy Judging Championship Team. Len was recognized as an agricultural leader receiving many awards. They include Honorary Chapter Farmer, Honorary State Farmer, F.F.A., Blue and Gold Award and the Distinguished Agricultural Leader by the Manitowoc County University of Wisconsin Alumni Association. Len was also an accredited Fair Judge. As a community leader Len served as president of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and Faith Lutheran Church. He was a charter member of the Valders Lion’s Horse Shows. Len was enshrined into the Elks Lakeshore All Sports Hall of Fame on April 16, 1980, and on October 29, 1988, into the UW-Platteville Athletic Hall of Fame four outstanding accomplishments in football and basketball.
Relatives and friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, on Saturday, January 4, 1997, from 11 a.m. until the time of service.
A memorial has been established in his name.
Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, January 3, 1997  P. A2

ANDREA ULNESS

Mrs. B.T. Ulness died at her home in Libery on March 4 after a lingering 
illness of several months. Deceased was about 65 years of age and is 
survived by her husband and nine children, Christine, Mrs. Anton Evenson, 
Amelia and Amanda, John, Oscar, Norman and Roy, all residing in this 
vicinity; Arthur of Chicago. The funeral was held on Wednesday afternoon 
from the home to Our Saviour’s church at Valders. Rev. Espeseth officiated.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, March 15, 1917, Page 4


ARTHUR B. ULNESS

Arthur Ulness, 80, of Beverly Shores, Ind., died Wednesday at the 
home of his sister, Mrs. Anton Halverson, of Chilton.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Christianson Funeral 
Home, Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will 
be in Faith Lutheran Cemetery, Valders. 
Mr. Ulness was born June 11, 1888, at Valders, son of the late Bjorn 
and Andrea Uppen Ulness. Oct. 2, 1912, he married Karen Teigen at 
Chicago. They lived in Valders until moving to Beverly Shores in 1955. 
He was a member of the Masonic Lodge at Beverly Shores. 
He is survived by his wife; a son, Norris, of North Aurora, Ill.; a 
brother, Roy, of Rt. 4, Chilton; a sister, Mrs. Halverson; three 
granddaughters and a great granddaughter. A son, four daughters and 
three brothers preceded him in death. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Friday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, June 13, 1968  P. 30 

BJORN T. ULNESS

B. T. Ulnes (sic), one of the prominent pioneer settlers of this county passed away at the Holy Family hospital early Saturday morning, an operation which he underwent failing to aid him due to his advanced age of eighty-two years. The deceased was born in Valders, Norway, March 21, 1844, and came to Manitowoc in 1867, a young man of twenty-three. Some years later he was married to Miss Andrea Oppeau and located on the farm which has since been their home. Mr. Ulness is survived by seven children and sixteen grandchildren, Mrs. Ulness and four children having preceded him in death. The children are: Christina, John and Roy, at home; Mrs. Clarence Halverson of Eaton, Norman of Newton and Amelia and Arthur of Chicago. The funeral services were held from Our Savior’s church at Valders, Tuesday afternoon t 2 o’clock, Rev. O. K. Espeseth officiating.
Manitowoc Herald News, January 8, 1925  P. 9 
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Bjorn Thoresen Ulness, son of Thore Olsen and Kirsti Bjemsdatter, 
b 21 March 1844 Ulnres in Nord-Aurdal, d 3 Jan 1925. Immigrated 1867. Farmer in Liberty. 
m c1871 to Andrea, daughter of Anders Gundersen and Anna Helgesdatter, stepdaughter of *Ole Olsen Oppen, 
b 12 Jan 1853 Manitowoc Rapids bp Manitowoc, d 4 March 1917. 
Children: 
Anne Kristine b 18 June 1873, d 1948, schoolteacher; 
Tilla Oline b 6 May 1875, m *Anton Evensen; 
Theodor Oskar b 10 Jan 1877, d 2 Sept 1877; 
Oscar Theodor b 15 March 1878, d 13 April 1881; 
Alfred Johan b 23 March 1880, d 1948; 
Theodora Odelia b 14 Feb 1882, d 12 Dec 1912, m 7 Nov 1908 Liberty to Nels son of *Peder Pedersen Cjevre; 
Oskar Martinius b 10 Feb 1884; 
Gelena Amalia b 5 March 1886, d 3 April 1894; 
Arthur Benjamin b 11 June 1888, d 12 June 1968, m Karen Teigen c1892-1992; 
Elmer Norman b 7 May 1890, d 1 Sept 1890; 
Elisa Amanda b 14 Sept 1891, m 14 Nov 1923 St Pauls to Clarence A. son of *Ole B. Halvorsen; 
Elmer Norman b 16 July 1893, d 7 July 1925, m 28 Aug 1920 St Pauls to Emma Zamoth; 
Celene Amalia b 29 Aug 1894; 
Roy Ferdinand b 28 Feb 1896; 
Mabel Henriette b 24 May 1899, d 29 Aug 1899.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke  pg. 29


CHRISTINE ULNESS

Miss Christine Ullness, 75, of Liberty, retired teacher died Sunday morning at the Holy Family Hospital, following a lingering illness. She resided on the homestead farm with her brothers, John and Roy.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Berge Funeral Home, Valders and at 2:30 at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Valders, the Rev. N.A. Bernston officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery.
Miss Ullness was born in Liberty in 1873 and spent her entire life in the teaching profession and as a matron at state homes.  For 17 years she taught schools in the county and then became a teacher at the Orphans home in Wittenberg for five years and for ten years was matron at the Old Folks homes in Beloit, Wis. and Edison Park, Ill. She was also a Sunday school teacher for nearly 40 years and a lifelong member of the Ladies Aid Society of Our Saviors Church.
Survivors are three brothers, John and Roy on the homestead farm, Arthur of Aurora, Ill.; two sisters, Mrs. Elmer Slade of Sheboygan, Mrs. Anton Halverson of route 1, Chilton. The body may be viewed at the Berge funeral home from Tuesday noon until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times - Monday, July 19, 1948 - page 7


JOHN ULNESS

VALDERS YOUTH MISSING 5 DAYS
Family Offers Reward of $200 in Effort to Find John Ulness, Aged 28
MISSING MAS LAST SEEN EARLY WEDNESDAY NIGHT
A reward of$200 is offered to the person who can find John Ulness of Valders, Wis. He left from Ole Thronsen's home where he worked with a hay press in the evening of October 14. He wore old overalls and a corduroy coat with a fur collar.
B.T. Ulness
Missing since October 14, a reward of $200 has been posted by relatives in an effort to trace and locate John Ulness, a Valders man, whose continued absence has caused anxiety and a fear that he may have met with injury or death. The authorities have been enlisted in the search for Ulness of whom no trace has been found.
Ulness, who is a young man of 28 and unmarried, disappeared from the farm of Ole Thronsen where he was employed at the time on a hay press. He left the Thronsen farm late in the afternoon to secure a supply of gasoline and after returning unhitched his horse, stabled the animal which was found to have been fed, but instead of entering the house as expected, disappeared and since that time nothing has been heard from hi. Mrs. Thronsen is believed to have been the last person to see Ulness, having noticed him while he was unhitching the horse. When Ulness failed to appear that night and the next morning, the alarm was given and the search instituted but without result to date.
Absolutely nothing is known as to the cause of Ulness' disappearance or whether it was voluntary or involuntary and this adds to the mystery of the case. No reason is known for the absence of the  youth and it is said that his relations at home and with his employers were of the most pleasant. The search for Ulness will be extended throughout the state and in Chicago.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Mon., Oct. 19, 1908   
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ULNESS APPEARED TO BE ILL
Fellow Workmen Say Youth Did Not Seem Self on Day He Left
John Ulness, the Valders youth who has been missing for a week, appeared to be ill on the day of his disappearance according to a statement made by workmen employed with him at the Thronsen farm. It is said that during the day, Ulness exhibited signs of illness and was clearly not himself and it is thought that he may have wandered away while his mind was temporarily affected by fever and may have been picked up somewhere in the county and is being cared for. No trace of the missing man has been found and relatives are anxious. Searching parties have made a thorough search of the woods and vicinity about Valders.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Tues., Oct. 20, 1908   
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ULNESS RETURNS - NO EXPLANATION
Valders Youth Missing For Week, Returned to Home Tuesday Night
APPEARS TO BE IN GOOD HEALTH, BUT TIRED
Apparently well, though tired, John Ulness, the Valders youth who disappeared a week ago and whom it was feared might have met death from exposure while ill, returned to his home Tuesday night and since that time has been confined to his room, resting.  Ulness appears to be in excellent health but there is every indication that he is completely tired out and suffering from nervous ills.
Ulness returned to the home of his parents during the night Tuesday, reaching the house after the family had retired. He offered no explanation of his absence and immediately sought his own room where he retired and this morning he remained in bed.  There is nothing to indicate that the youth had been ill or that he was injured and the mystery attending his disappearance is the more inexplainable for this reason.
Before entering the house, Ulness, upon his return, had visited the barn where he made a bed in hayloft and rested for some time. The family did not press him for an explanation as to his absence, preferring to have him volunteer the information and it is believed that he will do so. There is much mystery surrounding the case. Ulness is 28 and unmarried and disappeared from the Thronsen farm where he was at work last Wednesday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Wed., Oct. 21, 1908
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John Ulness, the Valders youth who was missing a week and returned yesterday, refuses to discuss his absence and will offer no explanation to his family or friends. Ulness appears to be in his right mind and to have fully recovered and his refusal to explain has brought a new element of mystery to the case.
Manitowoc Daily Herald - Thurs., Oct. 22, 1908 


KAREN TEIGEN ULNESS

WEST MELBOURNE — Karen T. Ulness, 100, a homemaker, died Friday, Dec. 27, at Holmes Regional Medical Center. 
Born in Norway, Mrs. Ulness came to Brevard County 18 years ago from Wilmington, Del. 
Survivors include her son, Norris Ulness of Palm Bay; brother, Fred Teigen of Fresno, Calif.; three grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. 
No calling hours are scheduled. 
Services will be 12:30 p.m. today at Peace Lutheran Church in Palm Bay. 
Fountainhead Memorial Funeral Home in Palm Bay is in charge of arrangements. 
Florida Today, Cocoa, FL  Sunday, December 29, 1991  pg. 5


NORMAN E. ULNESS

Funeral services for Norman Ulness were held at Our Savior’s church Thursday morning at 11 o’clock, the Reverend Espeseth officiating. The deceased is survived by his wife and two children; also three sisters, Christine, at home, Amelia of Chicago, and Mrs. Anton Halverson of Eaton, and three brothers, John and Roy of Liberty and Arthur of Chicago.
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ulness of Chicago were here for the funeral of the late Norman Ulness.
Manitowoc Herald News, July 11, 1925  P. 9 


NORRIS TEIGEN ULNESS

Norris T. Ulness age 87, of Eagle Glen, New Castle died at home on Thursday, January 11, 2001. 
Mr. Ulness retired as a Technical Service Manager for National Cash Register Co. He was a member of the Shriners, Scottish Rite, Jesters, Elks Club, Cosmopolitan Club, Lyons Club and a lifetime member of the Masons. Mr. Ulness's wife Esther predeceased him. 
He is survived by his daughters Melinda Strati of Fairfield Glade, TN, Evelyn Ball of New Castle and Noreen Nesbitt of Mesa, AZ; his grandchildren Amy, Karen, Cathy, Margaret, Randi, David, Sterling, and Casey; and his great-granddaughter Megan. 
Memorial services will be held in WI. 
Contributions may be made to Compassionate Care Hospice, 623 W. Newport Pike, Wilmington, DE 19804. 
Arrangements by MCCRERY FUNERAL HOMES 
The News Journal, Wilmington, Delaware  Friday, January 12, 2001  pg. B5


ORIN C. ULNESS

Orin C. Ulness, 74, of rural Valders, passed away Saturday morning, March 30, 1991, at his residence.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. Carl Peters officiating, with burial to follow in Our Saviors Cemetery.
He was born May 21, 1916, at Valders, son of the late Oscar and Clara Gilbertson Ulness. He attended Valders Schools and was a 1934 graduate of Valders High School. He was also a graduate of the University of Wis. Madison Short Course. He farmed in the town of Liberty his entire life. He married Dorothy Bender on June 21, 1941, at Cleveland. He was a member of the Manitowoc County Mutual Insurance Board, the Valders Senior Citizens, a former Valders School Board member for 15 years, the current President of the Manitowoc County Baseball Old Timers Association, member of the University of Wisconsin Alumni Association, member of Faith Lutheran Cemetery Board and various other positions.
Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Walton and Ava of rural Valders, Loren and Carol of rural Valders, Brain (sic) of rural Valders and his special friend, Gema Trainor; two daughters and sons-in-law, Marian and Dan Gilbert of Minneapolis, Minn., Karen and Bruce Bosshart of Minneapolis; one brother, Oscar Ulness of rural Valders; one sister, Alyce Bevan of Cape Coral, Florida; and 13 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Elmer M. Evenson.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church from 6-8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials will be appreciated to Faith Lutheran Church. Christianson Deja Funeral Home, Valders, is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, April 1, 1991  P. B5


OSCAR MARTIN ULNESS III

Oscar Martin Ulness III, age 91, of 3504 County Highway J, Valders, passed peacefully on Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, at the Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Oscar was born on July 24, 1919, son of the late Oscar M. and Clara (Gilbertson) Ulness II. He graduated from Valders High School in 1938 and the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in agriculture. Oscar served in the United States Army during World War II from 1941 to 1945. He was trained in the Horse Cavalry, served as a tank driver in the 11th Tank Battalion, 10th Armored Division under General George Patton. Oscar was in many European battles including the Battle of the Bulge in 1944. After returning from war, Oscar was a sales agent for Sorge Milk Machine Equipment. 
On May 29, 1948, he married Dolores Lenz at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Valders. Oscar worked for the U.S. Postal Service as a rural mail carrier for 34 years and maintained a small dairy farm. Oscar loved singing and serving his community and belonged to many organizations: Two Rivers Meister Singer Guild, Clipper City Chordsman, church choir, the American Legion Post Chapter 28, the Norwegian Valders Samband Society, 10th Armored Division Reunions, Manitowoc County Gardening Club, Agriculture Association Alumni, University of Wisconsin Alumni, and the Manitowoc Historical Society.
Survivors include his wife Dolores Ulness; children Mary Ulness, Carol (James) Westphal, Christine Ulness, John (Pam) Ulness; grandchildren Jennifer Westphal, Jessica Westphal, Erick Ulness, Kristian and Megan Ulness, Marit (Ross) Atkinson, and Anders Ulness; great-grandson Owen Atkinson; sisters-in-law Dorothy Ulness and Jacquey Lenz. Additional survivors include nieces, nephews, extended relative and friends.
Oscar was preceded in death by a sister, Alice, a brother: Orin, and other relatives. 
The family will greet relatives and friends on Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday Oct. 4, 2010, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Jim Rasmus with burial at Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. 
The family sincerely thanks the staff of the Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center for the warm and compassionate care given to Oscar. 
The Christianson & Deja Funeral Home, Valders is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 3, 2010 

OSCAR M. ULNESS

Funeral services were held at Valders today for Oscar Ullness, a 
well known young man of that place who fell victim to flu-pneumonia. 
His death occurred Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, January 18, 1919 Page 5


ROY F. ULNESS

Roy F. Ulness, 81, of Rt. 1, Valders, died Monday afternoon at Family 
Heritage Home, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Faith Lutheran 
Church, Valders. The Rev. Carl Peters will officiate with burial in 
Our Savior Cemetery, Valders. 
Mr. Ulness was born Feb. 28, 1896, in the Town of Liberty, son of the 
late Bjorn and Andrea Oppen Ulness. He attended Liberty schools and 
was engaged in farming. 
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Amanda Halverson, of Rt. 4, Chilton, 
and nieces and nephews. Five brothers and four sisters preceded him 
in death. 
Friends may call at Christianson-Deja Funeral Home from 6 to 9 p.m. 
Wednesday and at the church after 10 a.m. Wednesday until the time of 
service. 
Herald Times Reporter, Tuesday, April 5, 1977  P. 14


WALTON ULNESS    (d. 1942)

Ensign Walter E. Ulness, 27, son of a former county resident, died 
Friday at a hospital in Norfolk, Va., from the results of injuries 
sustained in an airplane crash earlier in the week. Details of the 
crash were not available. 
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at Valders at 1:30 p.m. from 
the Berge funeral home and at 2 p.m. from the Our Savior church with 
the Rev. Martin Trygstad officiating. Interment will be in the 
adjoining cemetery. Military service will be accorded by the Valders 
American Legion post. 
Ensign Ulness was born in Chicago in February, 1915, the son of Mr. 
and Mrs. Arthur Ulness. He had been in the Navy Air Corps for the past 
year and one-half. His father lived at Valders for many years before 
going to Chicago. 
Survivors are the parents and a brother Norris, all of Chicago and 
several relatives at Valders. 
The body will arrive at Valders late Tuesday and may be viewed from 
Tuesday evening to the time of the funeral. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 18, 1942  P. 12
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Funeral services for Ensign Walter E. Ulness, 27, who died after a plane 
crash at Norfolk Va., will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Berge 
funeral home at Valders and at 2 o’clock from the Our Savior’s church in 
the village. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. 
The body will arrive here on the North Western Road train at 7 o’clock 
tomorrow morning and will be taken to the funeral home at Valders 
immediately. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 19, 1942  P. 9 
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Funeral services for Ensign Walter E. Ulness, 27 (photo), son of a former 
county resident, who was killed in a plane crash on the east coast, took 
place Wednesday afternoon from Our Savior’s church at Valders. Military 
rites were accorded by the Valders American Legion post. 
Although he never lived in the county, Ensign Ulness spent his summers 
here, the guest of his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Anton Halverson. The 
ensign was returning to his base after a routine flight off the Atlantic 
coast when the engine of his plane stalled. The wing caught in a tree near 
the field and Ulness sustained fatal injuries. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, May 22, 1942  P. 2

WALTON P. ULNESS (d. 1995)

Walton P. Ulness, age 46, of rural Valders, died Saturday morning, September 2, 1995, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc, as the result of an automobile accident.
Funeral Services will be held at 8 p.m. Tuesday, September 5, 1995, TONIGHT at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. William Timm and Rev. Charles Kurtz will officiate with burial in Our Savior’s Cemetery, Valders.
He was born December 17, 1948, in Manitowoc, son of Orin and Dorothy Bender Ulness. He was a 167 graduate of Valders High School and a 1971 graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Platteville. Wally farmed in the town of Liberty with his family. He married Ava Seiy February 28, 1976, at Valders. He was a member of Valders Athletic Association, The Manitowoc County Holstein Association, The Wisconsin State Holstein Association, Land O’Lakes Dairy Cooperative, a 4-H leader for the Liberty Go-Getters. He was also a member of Faith Lutheran Church and church choir and a long time member of the Valders School Board.
Survivors include his wife, Ava; three sons, Mark, Stephen, and Justin, all at home; two daughters, Amanda and Eliza, both at home; his mother, Dorothy Ulness, Valders; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Loren and Carol, rural Valders, Brian and Gemma, rural Valders; two sister and brothers-in-law, Marian and Dan Gilbert, Wayzata, Minn., Karen and Bruce Bosshart, Tonka Bay, Minn.; his mother-in-law, Theresa Seiy, Valders; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Emery and Karen Seiy, Valders; one sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Ilona and Fred Fisher, rural Valders. Aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his father, Orin.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, TONIGHT, from 5 p.m. until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, September 5, 1995  P. A2


BEVERLY M. VOLAND

Mrs. Thomas (Beverly) M. Voland, age 61, of 348 West Wilson St., Valders, died unexpectedly Sunday evening, January 30, 2000, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 3, 2000, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. Rev. William Timm will officiate with burial to follow at Our Savior's Cemetery, Valders.
The former Beverly Robinson was born May 27, 1938, at Manitowoc, daughter of Norman W. and Grace Wier Robinson. She graduated from Lincoln High School in Manitowoc with the class of 1956. On February 15, 1958, she married Thomas H. Voland at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Beverly worked for the Valders Elementary School as a Library Aide. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Valders.
Survivors include her husband, Thomas, Valders; her parents, Norman and Grace Robinson, Manitowoc; one daughter and son-in-law, Tammy (Randy) Christel, Northfield, Minn.; four sons and two daughters-in-law, Timothy (Rhonda) Voland, Burnsville, N.C., Todd (SueAnn) Voland, Peru, Ind., Ted Voland, Sheboygan, Terry Voland, Berea, Ky.; four grandchildren; one step granddaughter; one sister and two brothers-in-law, Christine (Kenn) Carle, Sheboygan, John Krainik, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by one sister, Judy Krainik.
Relatives and friends may call at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and on Thursday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  Tuesday, February 1, 2000 pg. A2


THOMAS H. VOLAND

Thomas H. Voland, age 74, of 348 W. Wilson Street, Valders, died Tuesday, April 17, 2012, surrounded by his family at Theda Clark Medical Center in Neenah.
Tom was born on August 3, 1937, in Sheboygan, son of the late Harold and Leone (Dedering) Voland. He graduated from Kiel High School with the class of 1955. He married the former Beverly M. Robinson on February 15, 1958 at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Manitowoc. She preceded im in death on January 30, 2000. Tom was employed at Manitowoc Engineering for many years. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and served on various committees. He also was a member of the Golden K. Kiwanis. Tom enjoyed family day trips and playing sheepshead.
Survivors include five children: Tammy (Randy) Christel, Northfield, MN; Tim Voland, Burnsville, NC; Todd (SueAnn) Voland, Xenia, OH; Ted Voland, Sheboygan; Terry Voland, Richmond, KY; six grandchildren; Lauren, Brady, and Brandon Christel; Victoria Letterman; Melissa (Chris) Synon; Corey Bratz; two great grandchildren, Courtney and Paige; one sister and brother-in-law: Jo Ann (Alex) Ehlert, Sheboygan; one brother and sister-in-law: Dennis (Marie) Voland, Sheboygan; one brother-in-law: John Krainik, Manitowoc; one sister-in-law: Christine (Kenn) Carle, Sheboygan. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Tom was preceded in death by his wife: Beverly Voland; also by a sister-in-law, Judy Krainik. 
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 20, 2012, at Faith Lutheran Church, 225 Roosevelt Street, Valders. Rev. Jim Rasmus will officiate with burial to follow at Our Savior's Cemetery in Valders.
Relatives and friends may call on Thursday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State Street, Manitowoc and again on Friday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services at 11:00 a.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  April 19, 2012


ALFRED WIGEN

Alfred Wigen, 66, former Manitowoc county resident, died at a Harvey, N.D. hospital Wednesday. He had been making his home at Drake, N.D. for many years.
Funeral services will be held at the Berge funeral home in Valders at 2:30 p.m. Monday, the Rev. R. B. Walden officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may view the body from Sunday afternoon until time of services.
Mr. Wigen was born on the homestead farm at Quarry in 1878. The farm is now owned by his brother Charles. He attended county schools and was graduated from Whitewater State Teachers college. He worked at Schuette Brothers store here for a number of years following his graduation.
He went to Hendricks, Minn., in 1904 where he operated a clothing store for a number of years. Following this enterprise, he worked for several years at Berwick, N.D.  In later years he served as cashier at the Drake, N.D., bank and handled the real estate for St. Olaf college in Minnesota.
He is survived by two brothers, Charles, Quarry, and Simon, Valders; two sisters, Mrs. A. J. Helgeson, Valders, and Mrs. A. C. Huebner, West Allis.
Manitowoc Herald Times, May 18, 1945  P. 2

ANNA MARIE WIGEN

DEATH ENDS LONG ILLNESS
Miss Anna Wigen of Valders Succumbs to Last Call
The end of earth came peacefully and a relief to Anna, daughter of 
O.K. Wigen at the home three miles west of Valders, Tuesday evening. 
She had been ill for a long time and her demise, though expected, 
was a blow to her friends and relatives. 
She was twenty-nine years of age and well known in the vicinity in 
which she made her home. Five brothers, two sisters and a father 
survive. The funeral takes place Friday afternoon at 1pm from the 
home.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, February 19, 1902, Page 1


O. K. WIGEN

Death Sat. in Town Rockland of Ole K. Wiegen, a well-known resident 
of that town. The deceased, who is survived by several sisters, 
served in the Civil War in Company A of the 15th Wisconsin Infantry 
Regiment. He was a member of the local G.A.R. Post.
Der Nord Westen, 19 May 1904
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Ole K. Wegan
birth: 24 June 1844 Norway
death: 12 May 1904 Eaton, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Valders
residence: 1904 Eaton
father: Knut Wegan
mother: Mary
spouse: Raquild
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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Ole Knudsen Wigen, son of *Knud Olsen and Ragnild Olsdatter, 
b 23 June 1844 Skmvigen in Vestre Slidre, d 12 May 1904. 
Immigrated 1854 with his parents. Co. F, 15th Wis. Inf. Farmer in Eaton. 
m 17 Sept 1870 Manitowoc County to Ragnild, daughter of *Knud Tollefsen Hougen and Anna Thoresdatter, 
b 26 Jan 1851 Haugen in Nord-Aurdal, d 2 Aug 1891 bur Valders. 
Immigrated 1852 with her parents. 
Children: Anna Marie b 12 Sept 1872, d 18 Feb 1902; 
Johan Kornelius Ragnvald b 5 July 1873; 
Carl Edward b 14 April 1875, d 5 Nov 1957, m 27 June 1916 Rockwood to Jennie Robinson 1890-1983; 
Andreas Oliver b 12 March 1877, d 18 July 1885; 
Alfred Martinius b 3 July 1879, d 16 May 1945 Minot bur Valders; 
Simon Oskar b 9 Nov 1881, d 1949; 
Sofie Thomine b 23 May 1884, d 16 Sept 1972, m 2 Dec 1910 to Albert John son of *Gunder Helgesen; 
Andreas Oliver b 20 Jan 1887, d 1925 Missoula, m 6 Sept 1913 St Pauls to Jennie daughter of *John Norris; 
Olga Enanda b 26 April 1889, d 7 Aug 1966, m 9 Sept 1915 to Arthur Huebner.
"Manitowoc-skogen; A Biographical and Genealogical Directory of the Residents 
of Norwegian Birth and Descent in Manitowoc and Kewaunee Counties in 
Wisconsin from the First Settlement to 1900"; by Robert A. Bjerke pg. 199
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*Note: The following is O.K.'s son Andrew's obituary.
Notes from Valders
News of the death in a Missoula, Montana hospital Monday of Andrew Wigen, a former 
resident of Valders who for the last six years has been making his home at Polson, Montana, 
where he conducted a ranch. His death followed an operation for appendicitis.
Mr. Wigen was born on a farm near Valders, a son of the late M. and Mrs. Ole Wigan and 
was about forty years of age. He was married ten years ago to Miss Jennie Norris who with 
four children survive him. Two sisters, Mrs. Helegeson and Mrs. A. C. Huebner of Milwaukee 
and four brothers, Charles of Quarry, Simon of Valders, John of Minneapolis and Alfred of 
Minot, N.D. also survive him.
Manitowoc Pilot - Thurs., O ct. 22, 1925 


SIMON O. WIGEN

Simon O. Wigen, 67, life-long county resident, died last night at 
the home of his sister, Mrs. Albert Helgeson, in Liberty.
He was born in Eaton in 1881 and for the past 30 years was employed 
as a laborer on the Helgeson farm. He never married. 
Survivors are a brother, Charles, of route 1, Reedsville; two sisters, 
Mrs. Helgeson of Liberty and Mrs. Arthur Hubner of West Allis.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Berge funeral 
home, Valders, and at 2 o’clock at Our Saviour’s Lutheran church in 
Valders, with burial in the adjoining cemetery. 
The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday. The 
casket will not be opened in church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, April 8, 1949  P. 2