HOLY CROSS II OBITUARIES [ B ]

JOHN BANK

John Bank, 96 year old Mishicot man who climbed trees until he was 95, 
at which time he decided to carry on his hobby of tree pruning and 
gardening from the ground so that he could live to be 100 years old, 
died Saturday afternoon at his home after a brief illness.
Until not so long ago Mr. Rank attended dancing parties regularly. He 
continued in robust health up to a short time ago. Schafskopf and 
politics were his other diversions.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 9:30 from the home 
in Mishicot and at 10 a.m. from the Holy Cross Catholic church with the 
Rev. Joseph Van Bogart officiating. Interment will be in the church 
cemetery.
Mr. Rank was born in Prussia, Poland Jan. 11, 1844 and came to the United 
States at the age of 20. While working on a dairy farm in New Jersey he 
saved enough money to bring his parents to this country. From New Jersey 
he came to Wisconsin and settled at Caledonia, Racine county.
In 1874 he married Mrs. Thresa (sic) Naderhal Buresh in Racine county and 
shortly after their marriage the couple came to the town of Lincoln, 
Kewaunee county. They remained there until 1911 when they moved to Mishicot. 
Mrs. Bank died 20 years ago.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Mary Schultz, Milwaukee, and Mrs. Barbara 
Rhein of Mishicot; three sisters, Mrs. Katherine Jusvi, Mrs. Mary Schober 
and Mrs. Minnie Sockoria, all of Milwaukee, two brothers, Joseph of Oakwood, 
Wis., and Albert of Kansas City; two step children, John Buresh of Racine 
and Mrs. Theresa Detempel, town of Lincoln; 15 grandchildren; and 22 great-
grandchildren.
The body was taken to the Specht funeral home in Mishicot where it may be 
viewed until tomorrow morning when it will be taken to the home of Mrs. 
Barbara Rhein, his daughter, with whom he made his home. The rosary will be 
recited at the home by the members of the Holy Name society at 7:45 p.m. 
Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, April 1, 1940 P.9


BETTY JEAN BARBER

Mrs. John Barber, 54, of Route 1, Maribel, died unexpectedly Wednesday morning, 
Sept. 19, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.Funeral services will be 2 p.m. 
Friday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot. The Rev. William Harvey will officiate 
and burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery. 
Mrs. Barber, nee Betty Jean Munn, was born March 27, 1925, at Manitoba, Canada, 
daughter of the late William and Jean Munn. She was married to John Barber 
Aug. 18, 1947, at Winnipeg Canada, moving to this area in 1968. 
Survivors include her husband, John, three sons, Boyd of Saskatchewan, Canada 
and Dixon and John Jr. at home; four daughters, Allison of Iowa, Molly of 
Saskatchewan, Kathleen of Milwaukee and Dierdre of Mishicot and two grandchildren. 
There will be no Thursday evening visitation. 
Herald Times Reporter, September 19, 1979 P. 3


BALTASAR BARTELME

FORMER HOTEL MAN IS DEAD.  
B. Bartelme, Formerly of King's Bridge, Dies at 82.  
Baltasar Bartelme, 82, proprietor of a hotel at King's Bridge for 
___ years and a native of Denmark died early Monday morning at 
Okauchee, Wis., where he resided with a daughter and nieces. The 
funeral will be held Wednesday at Okauchee and the body will be 
taken to Two Rivers Wednesday afternoon and will be in state at 
the Beduhn and Goetz Funeral Home. Services will be conducted 
there Thursday at 10 a.m. by Father Pritzl and burial will be at 
Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot. Mr. Bartelme was born at Denmark 
June 18, 1850. He operated a hotel at King's Bridge for 18 years. 
The post office was also located in his establishment. For the 
last 23 years, he has resided at Okauchee. He was married to Anna 
Petri 55 years ago. She died six years after their marriage and 
Mr. Bartelme remarried, taking Miss Elizabeth Wachtal as his bride. 
She died 39 years ago. Survivors are two daughters, Catherine of 
Mercer, Wis., and Ermina of Okauchee ; three sons, Jake and George 
of Mercer, and Mathias of Oconomowoc. There are five grandchildren. 
Mr. Bartelme was a member of the Catholic nights. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 23, 1933.
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From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-Five Years Ago - (1896)
Baltus Bartelme of Kings Bridge was cleaned out by fire on Saturday night last. 
His saloon, store, dwelling house and barn all went up in flames. He had 
purchased the property at comparatively short time ago from William Zanders, 
paying $4000 for it. There was a mortgage of $1700 on the property and the 
insurance policy of $1000 was payable to the mortgagee. The building constituted 
the chief value so that Mr. Bartelme's loss is quite heavy. The fire started in 
a little wash shed which stood near the house.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., June 2, 1921


CATHERINE BARTELME

Miss Catherine Bartelme, 88, of Okauchee, Wis., died Sunday.
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joan of Arc 
Catholic Church, Okauchee. Burial will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at 
Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
Friends may call at Notbohm Funeral Home, Oconomowoc, after 1 p.m. 
Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 20, 1971
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(22 Mar 1883/Apr 1971/SSDI)


EDWARD BARTELME    (d. 1960)

Edward James Bartelme, 73, 1611 Cass St., died Sunday in a local hospital. He 
was a former employe of the Wisconsin Public Service Corp. Survivors are his 
wife, Ella, two daughters, Mrs. Clement Jagodzinski and Mrs. Lloyd Valentine, 
Green Bay; three sons, Art and Marvin, Green Bay and Glenn, Arizona; 10 
grandchildren and two brothers, Alfred Bartelme, Graham, Wash., and Herbert 
Edwards, Portland, Ore. Friends may call at Findeisen-Greiser Funeral Home 
after 7 tonight until 11 am Wednesday and then at Grace Lutheran Church. 
Funeral services will be at 2 pm Wednesday at the church, with the Rev. Dean 
Kilgust in charge. Burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Green Bay Press Gazette, Mon., Nov. 21, 1960


ELLA BARTELME

Mrs. Edward (Ella) Bartelme, 82, of 449 Hartung St., Green Bay, died Saturday 
at Green Bay.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Grace Lutheran Church, Green 
Bay. The Rev. Harold Henrichs will officiate and burial will be in Mishicot 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Bartelme, nee Ella Wilson, was born July 5, 1889, at Mishicot, daughter 
of the late Charles and Anna Wilson. She was married to Edward Bartelme 
March 10, 1912, at Minneapolis, Minn. He preceded her in death Nov. 20, 1960. 
Mrs. Bartelme was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Green Bay.
Survivors include three sons, Marvin of Green Bay, Art of Fort Pierce, Fla., 
and Glenn of Mesa, Ariz.; two daughters, Mrs. Clem (Elaine) Jagodzinski and 
Mrs. Lloyd (Audrey) Valentine of Green Bay, 10 grandchildren and 11 great 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Findeisen-Greiser Funeral Home, 617 S. Roosevelt, Green 
Bay, after 2 p.m. Tuesday.
A memorial fund for the Grace Lutheran Sunday School has been established.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 13, 1971


FRANK BARTELME

Notes From Kingsbridge:
Frank Bartelme who was attending school at DePere, was taken sick 
with diphtheria and was removed to the hospital at Green Bay where 
he died Monday night. Frank was a favorite among his schoolmates 
and friends. He was a very bright boy of a happy disposition.
He was 18 years of age. Besides his grieved father he leaves three 
brothers and three sisters to mourn his death.
The remains were brought here from Green Bay and laid at rest. The 
funeral took place Tuesday. Interment was at the Holy Cross cemetery 
at Mishicot. Our sympathy is extended to the bereaved ones.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, November 12, 1908  pg. 8
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Irving Scheuer, of Mishicott accompanied the body of Frank Bartelme of that 
village here for burial. The Bartelme lad died of an attack of diphtheria 
while a student at St. Norbert college, Depere. Scheuer was his roommate and 
also suffered an attack of the disease but recovered. Mr. Bartelme was one 
of the well known young men of the county and a bright lad.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, November 11, 1908  P. 1


JACOB BARTELME

John Jacob (Jack) Bartelme, 90, formerly of Okauchee, Wis., died 
Saturday at Waukesha County Hospital. Funeral services will be at 
9:a.m. Wednesday at the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Okauchee. 
The Rev. Joseph Konkel will officiate and burial will be in the 
Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot. Mr. Bartelme was born Oct. 9, 1880, 
at Denmark, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Baltasar Bartelme. Mr. 
Bartelme was a retired carpenter. Survivors include two sisters, 
Miss Catherine Bartelme of Milwaukee  and I.E. Bartelme of 
Oconomowoc; a brother, M. J. (Matt) Bartelme, of Oconomowoc, and 
nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Notbohm Funeral Home, 
203 E. Wisconsin Ave, Oconomowoc, after 4 p.m. Tuesday where a 
rosary will be recited at 8:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 7, 1970
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(09 Oct 1880 Dec 1970/SSDI)


MINNIE BARTELME

Miss Minnie O. Bartelme, 90, formerly of  Okauchee, died Monday at 
Shorehaven Nursing Home, Oconomowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Thursday at St. Joan of Arc 
Catholic Church, Okauchee, with interment at 1 p.m. at Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Mishicot. 
Miss Bartelme was born at Denmark, daughter of the late Barthazar 
Bartelme. She was a postmistress at Okauchee for more than 40 years, 
retiring in 1952.  
Survivors include a brother M.J. Bartelme of Hidden Meadows, Watertown, 
nephews, nieces and other relatives. 
Friends may call at Notbohm Funeral Home, Oconomowoc, after 4 p.m. 
Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Tuesday, June 24, 1975
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(19 Aug 1884/Jun 1975/SSDI)


GEORGE BARTHELS

George Barthels Sr., 86, of Mishicot, widely known retired Town of Mishicot 
farmer, died at his home Monday night. He had been in failing health the past 
year. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Thursday at St. Peter Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Mishicot, the Rev. David Worgull officiating. Burial will be 
in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mr. Barthels was born in 1874 in the Town of Mishicot, son of the late William 
and Sophia Schriever Barthels. He married the former Louise Wolters at Manitowoc 
May 25, 1919, after which the couple settled on the Barthels homestead farm. 
They retired 15 years ago, turning over the operation of the farm to a son, 
Oscar. Ten years ago the couple moved to a home in the village. The couple 
observed its golden wedding anniversary last year.
Prominent in affairs of St. Peter church for many years, he served for a long 
period as a member of the board of trustees and was chairman of the building 
committee when the present church was erected. A director for many years of the 
old Mishicot State Bank, Mr. Barthels was also a director of the former Two 
Rivers Equity Exchange, now the Twin Rivers Cooperative. He served for many years 
as treasurer of the board of Jefferson District School No. 2 in the Town of 
Mishicot.
Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Norman Lorenz of Mishicot; another 
son, the Rev. George Barthels of Red Wing, Minn., and 17 grandchildren. Friends 
may call at Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 2 pm Wednesday until 11 am 
Thursday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in 
state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Oct. 25, 1960 page M13
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Miss Lizzie Wolter, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Wolter of Newton, 
was claimed as a bride by George Bartel of Mishicott, the ceremony being 
celebrated at the German Lutheran Church at 3 o'clock, Rev. Machmiller 
officiating. A wedding dinner was served at the home of the bride in Newton 
and Mr. and Mrs. Bartel will make their home at Mishicott where the groom is 
one of the well known progressive young farmers. The bride is a charming girl 
whose friends are legion and she will have congratulations for a happy future.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., May 25, 1909


LOUISE BARTHELS

Mrs. Louise Barthels, 88, of Mishicot Village, died Friday night at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital Extended Care Unit. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Tuesday 
at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mishicot, the Rev. Hubert Kesting, 
officiating. Burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mrs. Barthels, nee Louise Wolter, was born in the Town of Newton, June 15, 1879, 
a daughter of the late Jacob and Augusta Wilda Wolter. She was married May 25, 
1909 to George Barthels at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc 
after which they settled on a farm in the Town of Mishicot. The couple retired to 
the Village in 1950. Her husband preceded her in death in 1960. She was a member 
of St. Peter congregation and a charter member of its Ladies Bible Hour.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Norman (Elsie) Lorenz of Mishicot; two sons, the 
Rev. George Barthels of Sleepy Eye, Minn., and Oscar on the home farm on Rt. 2, 
Two Rivers; 19 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Two sisters, a brother 
and a grandchild preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 3 pm Monday until 11:30 
am Tuesday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in 
states until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., May 18, 1968 page 8
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Miss Lizzie Wolter, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Wolter of Newton, 
was claimed as a bride by George Bartel of Mishicott, the ceremony being 
celebrated at the German Lutheran Church at 3 o'clock, Rev. Machmiller 
officiating. A wedding dinner was served at the home of the bride in Newton 
and Mr. and Mrs. Bartel will make their home at Mishicott where the groom is 
one of the well known progressive young farmers. The bride is a charming girl 
whose friends are legion and she will have congratulations for a happy future.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., May 25, 1909


MARTIN BARTHELS

POLIO VICTIM DIES IN HOSPITAL. 
Racine County's first poliomyelitis death of 1950 came Wednesday 
afternoon when Martin Barthels, 9, of Burlington, died in Wisconsin 
General Hospital, Madison. Martin had the bulbar type of polio.
Two in Family Stricken  
The boy was the son of Rev. and Mrs. George H. Barthels, 495 Madison 
St., Burlington. His father had been pastor of St. John's Lutheran 
Church in Burlington, and recently accepted a call to Red Wing, 
Minnesota. The Barthels family was ready to move to the new home when 
two of their children were stricken with polio. 
A younger son, (private), 2, is still confined to Wisconsin General 
Hospital with polio. 
Martin Barthels was born Sept. 15, 1941, at West Bend. He was stricken 
with polio on July 15. 
Survivors include the boy's parents, three sisters, (private), and 
his brother (private). 
Funeral services will be held at St. John's Church in Burlington at 
10 a.m. Saturday and the boy will be buried in Mishicot
Racine Journal Times, Racine Wisconsin, August 3, 1950 


CLARENCE BASKEN, JR.

MISHICOT YOUTH DIES IN TRAILER BLAZE. 
MISHICOT-(UPI)-Clarence Basken, Jr., 19, rural Mishicot, died Saturday 
in a fire at his house trailer parked on the Ervin Derenne farm north 
of here.  
Authorities said Basken lived in a trailer with a brother who was out 
at the time of the fire, about 3 a.m. Cause of the blaze which was fought 
by firemen from Tisch Mills, was not determined.  
Wisconsin State Journal, Madison, Wisconsin, Sunday, April 24, 1966. 


DAVID BASKEN

BOY HIT BY TREE STUMP, KILLED.
Mishicot-(AP)-
David Basken, four, was killed Wednesday when he was struck on the 
head by a stump of a tree while playing with his sister.
The Manitowoc County sheriff's office said that the girl had attached 
a rope to the stump and was swinging on it when her weight caused the 
rotted wood to topple.
Stevens Point Daily Journal, Stevens Point, WI, Thursday, Nov. 19, 1953
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Same exact article appeared  in Janesville Daily Gazette, Janesville, 
Wisconsin, November 19, 1953, but entitled  
"Tot is Killed when Struck by Tree Trunk."
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(No formal obituary found, just a thank you from family a few days later.)


BABY GIRL BAUGNIET

Graveside funeral rites for the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
Richard Baugniet of Mishicot who was born dead Monday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc, were Tuesday at Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot. 
The Rev. Anthony Betley officiated.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 14, 1965 P.3


BERNARD BAUGNIET

Bernard J. Baugniet, age 89, of 521 Church St., Mishicot, died late Tuesday 
evening, March 16, 2004, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 22, 2004 at Holy 
Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot, with the Rev. Paul Paider officiating, with 
burial to follow in the parish cemetery.
Bernie was born Dec. 6, 1914 in Mishicot, to the late Eli and Rose Zeman Baugniet, 
and has been a lifelong area resident. He married the former Florence Kotchi on 
May 30, 1940 and she preceded him in death Aug. 30, 1990. He later married the 
former Jean Goldie Larson on April 12, 1991 at First Presbyterian Church, 
Manitowoc. 
He was employed by the Clipper City Transit Co. as a semi driver and in 1946, 
established his own mink ranch in Mishicot until 1966. He also worked for his 
brother, F.W. Baugniet's Mink Ranch in Michicot for 50 years, retiring in 1990,
Bernie was a 3rd and 4th Degree Knights of Columbus Mishicot-Tisch Mills Council 
#4807 member, where he served at Past Grand Knight, and Past Faithful Navigtor of 
the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus. He also was a district deputy for four years 
in Denmark, Mishicot-Tisch Mills, Two Rivers, and Chilton. He organized a council 
in Reedsville in 1962. Bernie was a faithful member of Holy Cross Catholic Church 
in Mishicot and served as president of the Holy Name Society of the church. He 
enjoyed traveling with his wife Jean, loved animals and enjoyed spending time in 
Door County. He was an avid fisherman.
He is survived by his wife: Jean; three daughters and sons-in-law: Lynn and Gilbert 
Adams, Milwaukee; Joy and Mike Schmitt, Madison; Bonnie Jean and Philip Margulies, 
Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif.; three grandchildren: Kerry Lynn Schmitt, Kristine 
Marie Burbach, and Michelle Ailene Adams, and a forthcoming great-grandchild. 
He is further survived by his nieces, nephews, 
his sisters-in-law, and by many special friends. Bernie was preceded in death by 
one brother, F.W. Bagniet; one sister, Marcella Kumbalek; and his brothers-in-law 
and sisters-in-law.
Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, March 21, 2004 at the 
Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home in Mishicot. There will be a 7 p.m. parish wake service 
Sunday evening at the funeral home. Visitation will continue after 10 a.m. on Monday 
at Holy Cross Catholic Church. There will be a 10:30 Knights of Columbus rosary 
recited at the church.
A memorial fund has been established in his name.
Herald Times Reporter, March 19, 2004 p.A3


EDITH BAUGNIET

DEATH CLAIMS TWO BRIGHT YOUNG GIRLS
Heavy Hand of Sorrow Laid Upon Two Homes
Young Girl Dies Here-
Pneumonia proved fatal to Edith Baugniet, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 
Fred Baugniet of Mishicott Saturday, her demise occurring at the 
hospital here. Deceased was but 19 years of age. The body was 
taken to Mishicott for burial.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, March 22, 1915, Page 8
(Note: I split this article and put each girl in proper cemetery)
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MISHICOT
Miss Edith Baugniet died at the hospital at Manitowoc Saturday 
afternoon. The funeral took place Wednesday forenoon from the 
Holy Cross church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, March 27, 1915, Page 4
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KINGS BRIDGE
Miss Edith Baugneit, who passed away at the Holy Family hospital 
at Manitowoc Saturday afternoon, was buried Wednesday forenoon, 
March 24 at the Catholic cemetery of Mishicott. Deceased was born 
in the town of Mishicott nineteen years ago and lived with her 
parents until the time of her demise. She was loved by all and 
is mourned by father and mother, three sisters, Lillian Scheriff 
of Antigo, Genevieve Bonde of Newton and Eliza Breider of 
Mishicott; six brothers, Walter, Archie, Eli of Mishicott, Christ 
of Antigo, Fred of Frances Creek and Frank of Washington, and a 
large circle of friends and relatives. The funeral was one of the 
largest in Mischicott, 145 teams following the remains to the Holy 
Cross church and cemetery.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, April 02, 1915, Page 5 
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Outside people who attended the funeral of the late Miss Edith 
Baugniet were Mr. and Mrs. Frank Scheriff, Mr. and Mrs. Christ 
Baunquiet and Andrew Woodcock of Antigo, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Bonde 
of Newton, Mrs. Dennis Deon, George Laplant and daughter, Mrs. C. 
Peltier and daughter and Mrs. R. Niquette of Lena and Fred Shimonek 
of Manitowoc. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, April 02, 1915, Page 5 


ELI BAUGNIET

Eli Baugniet, 71, retired Mishicot moving contractor, died at 7:30 p.m. 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a short illness.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Specht Funeral Home, 
Mishicot, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church in the village. 
The Rev. George Beth officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery.
Mr. Baugniet was born March 21, 1887, in the Town of Mishicot, son of 
the late Fred and Marcelle La Plant Baugniet. On July 19, 1910, he 
married the former Rose Zeman at Mishicot after which he took over the 
operation of the homestead farm. He later also became engaged in the 
moving contracting business, retiring from both in 1944. Upon the death 
of his wife a year and half ago he made his home with a daughter, Mrs. 
Roland, Kumbalek, of Mishicot.
Surviving are the daughter, two sons, Florenz and Bernard of Mishicot; 
four brothers, Frank of Mishicot, Christ of Antigo, Archie of Two Rivers 
and Fred of Francis Creek; four grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday where the 
Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, July 16, 1958
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news article:
A terrible experience was that of Eli Baugniet of Mishicot who on Tuesday night 
was for nine hours, pinned under his overturned car on the road from Manitowoc to 
Mishicot. Baugniet was found shortly before two o'clock by a passing automobilist 
and saved from probable death from exposure.  Baugniet was not severely hurt and 
due to the fact that he was warmly dressed will probably suffer no severe effects 
from the long exposure to which he was subjected. The man, whose home is on Rural 
route E, Two Rivers, will probably be able to be about in a day or two. So far, as 
discovered, Baugniet's chief injury results from frozen toes on both feet.
Baugniet was found by Arthur E. Peterson of Oshkosh, a salesman, who was returning 
from a trip north sometime after one o'clock. Peterson noted the car in the ditch 
but seeing no sign of life about the machine proceeded on his way and was a mile 
from the scene when he determined to return and investigate, this decision being 
predicated upon an experience of the Oshkosh man a year ago when he found two men 
and a woman under a car in a ditch at the side of the road near Fond du lac where 
they had been several hours before he passed the place. When Peterson reached the 
Baugniet machine and discovered the man under it, he found it impossible to release 
Baugniet and had to arouse a nearby farmer to assist him. Baugniet was conscious 
but unable to move because of the position of the car, the steering wheel of which 
rested across his limbs together with the seat which had been torn off its place as 
the car turned over when it left the road.
According to the statement of Mr. Baugniet, he had been under the car for nine hours. 
He was returning to Mishicot at the time of the accident which resulted when he 
leaned over in the car to release the accelerator which had become stuck in some 
manner. The machine gave a sudden jerk and left the road and turned turtle being 
almost completely wrecked. Baugneit said that he had not lost consciousness but 
being hidden under the car, a light delivery truck, he was not seen by passers by 
and his cries failed to reach them because of the wind. Peterson had heard no cries 
but because of his previous experience returned to the scene after passing it.
Baugniet was taken to the hospital where he revived and was given every attention. 
Physicians said he had suffered no internal injuries and after a few hours he was 
able to tell of his experience. That Baugniet did not suffer more seriously from the 
long exposure to the zero temperatures was due to being warmly clad and to shelter 
which the body of the car afforded him. Baugniet declared that the happiest moment 
of his life and the greatest relief he ever experienced was when the two men lifted 
the car from his body and freed him. Baugniet is about 36 years of age and well 
known in the northern part of the county.
The Reporter, Fri., Dec. 15, 1922


EVELYN BAUGNIET

Mrs. Florenz (Evelyn) Baugniet, 68, of 11232 Hwy. B, Mishicot, died unexpectedly 
Saturday morning, May 12, at home.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Lambert Funeral Home and 11 a.m. 
at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Richard Allen will officiate 
and burial will be in the Parish Cemetery.
Mrs. Baugniet was born Aug. 24, 1915, in the City of Kewaunee, daughter of the 
late John and Pauline Plohar Froelich. She lived with her parents in Manitowoc 
and Two Rivers before settling in Mishicot in 1930. She was married to Florenz W. 
Baugniet, Oct. 22, 1931, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. He preceded her 
in death July 23, 1983. Mr. and Mrs. Baugniet formerly operated the Mishicot 
Locker Plant. The couple raised mink for over 50 years. Mrs. Baugniet cooperated 
with her husband organizing and building Fox Hills Country Club and Golf Course.
Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Sally Baugniet of 
Mishicot; a sister, Mrs. Adeline Woodcock of Mishicot; six grandchildren, Robert, 
Richard Jr., Christopher and Michael Baugniet and Jeffrey and Mark Kornelly and 
three great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter Marie Kornely.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 4 o'clock to 9 o'clcok this 
Monday afternoon, where a memorial service will be at 8 o'clock this Monday 
evening.
Herald Times Reporter, May 14, 1984 P. 3


FLORENCE BAUGNIET

Mrs. Bernard (Florence) Baugniet, 76, of 521 Church St., Mishicot, died at Two 
Rivers Community Hospital late Thursday evening, August 30, 1990 due to lung 
cancer. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 am Monday at Holy Cross Catholic 
Church, Mishicot, Rev. James Feely will officiate and burial of the cremains 
will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
She was born September 26, 1913 at Two Rivers, daughter of the late Joseph and 
Frances Bayeske Kotchi. She married Bernard Baugniet May 30, 1940 at Spring Valley, 
Wis. They later moved to Mishicot where she engaged in the mink raising business 
with her husband. She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and Altar 
Society.
Survivors include her husband; two daughters and sons-in-law, Lynn and Gilbert 
Adams of Milwaukee, Joy and Michael Schmitt of Marshall, Wis.; three grandchildren, 
Kerry and Kristine Schmitt and Michelle Adams; two brothers, Jerome and Albert 
Kotchi, both of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Frances Kretz of Citrus Heights, Calif.; 
five sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law. She was preceded in death by five 
brothers and a sister. Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 4 pm 
to 8 pm Sunday where a memorial service will be at 7:30 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Aug. 31, 1990 page B10
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Mass of Christian burial for Mrs. Bernard (Florence) Baugniet, 76, of 521 Church 
St., Mishicot, who died at Two Rivers Community Hospital late Thursday evening, 
Aug. 30, 1990 due to lung cancer, will be 10:30 am Monday at Holy Cross Catholic 
church, Mishicot.  Rev. James Feely will officiate and burial of the cremains 
will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 
4 pm to 8 pm Sunday where a memorial service will be at 7:30 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., Sept. 1, 1990


FLORENZ W. BAUGNIET

Florenz W. Baugniet, 70, of 11232 Hwy. B, Mishicot, died unexpectedly Saturday 
morning, July 23, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 
Mishicot. The Rev. Richard Allen will officiate and Burial will be in the parish 
cemetery.
Mr. Baugniet was born Sept. 26, 1912, at Mishicot, son of the late Eli and Rose 
Zeman Baugniet. He married Evelyn Froelich, Oct. 22, 1931, at Holy Cross Catholic 
Church, Mishicot. He was employed for 12 years with Whitehouse Milk Company, 
Manitowoc. Mr. Baugniet started Mishicot Locker Plant, raised mink for over 50 
years and built, owned and operated Fox Hills country Club and golf course. He 
also built Union 76 Station, Y-Go-By Restaurant, Mishicot, and Pierre Motel at 
Zephry Hilla, Fla. He was a charter member of Mishicot Lions Club and officer 
of Mishicot Alumni Association. Mr. Baugniet was a member of Holy Cross Catholic 
Church, Knights of Columbus, People for Youth, and a member of several mink 
breeders organizations.
Survivors include his wife, Evelyn; a son, Richard of Mishicot; a brother, Bernard 
of Mishicot; a sister, Mrs. Roland (Marcella) Kumbalek of Mishicot; six grand-
children, Robert, Richard Jr., Christopher and Michael Baugniet, and Jeffrey and 
Mark Kornely, and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter.
Herald Times Reporter, July 25, 1983 P. 3


FRANK BAUGNIET

Frank Baugniet, 83, a native of the Town of Mishicot, and former 
resident of the village, died early Friday morning at Manitowoc 
County Hospital where he had been a patient for four years.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Lambert Funeral 
Home, Mishicot, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 
Mishicot, the Rev. Anthony Betley officiating. Burial will be 
in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Born in the township March 3, 1883, a son of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. Frank Baugniet Sr., he never married. For many years he was 
employed in the lumbering industry in northern Wisconsin.
He leaves a number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday were 
the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, June 17, 1966 P.15
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(25 Mar. 1883/June 1966/SSDI)


FREDERICK BAUGNIET

F. Baugniet, Mishicot Pioneer Dies
Fred Baugniet, millwright and farmer of Mishicot, passed away Sunday at the 
home there following a stroke of apoplexy. The deceased was 76 years of age 
having been born in Belgium in 1855, coming to Mishicot in 1867. He was married 
to Marcella LaPlant in 1879 who survives him with two daughters, Mrs. Frank 
Sheriff of Antigo and Mrs. Theo Bonde of Valders and six sons, Frank and Eli 
of Mishicot, Fred Jr., of Francis Creek, Archie of Two Rivers, Walter of this 
city and Christ of Mishicot. There are 42 grandchildren and six great 
grandchildren. 
The remains will be taken to the home from the Specht funeral home Tuesday 
morning and burial will take place Wednesday morning at nine from the Holy 
Cross Church in Mishicot.
Manitowoc Herald News, Mon., April 20, 1931 page 2


MACILA BAUGNIET

MRS. BAUGNIET DEATH FRIDAY
Pioneer Resident of Mishicot Was 74 Years Old
Mrs. Mazila Baugniet, 74, pioneer resident of Mishicot, died yesterday 
at the hospital here. Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 
the Holy Cross Catholic church in Mishicot with burial in the adjoining 
cemetery.
The deceased, whose maiden name was Mazila LaPlant was born in 1860 in 
Mishicot and was married in 1876 to Fred Baugniet. They engaged in 
farming. Mr. Baugniet died three years ago. Mrs. Baugniet was a member 
of the Rosary society of the Mishicot ??????.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. William Sandford, Antigo; six sons, Frank 
of Texas, Eli and Christ of Mishicot, Fred of Francis Creek, Archie of 
Two Rivers and Walter of Milwaukee; a brother George LaPlant of Niagara, 
Wis.; and three sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Dionne and Mrs. F. Niquette of 
Lena, Wis., and Mrs. Emeline Gray of Bellflower, Colo. There are also 43 
grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
A daughter, Mrs. Theodore Bonde of Newton, died a week ago.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, September 1, 1934 P.4


RICHARD BAUGNIET JR

Richard F. "Rick" Baugniet, Jr., age 34, of 145 W. Church St., Mishicot, died 
Saturday evening, December 5, 1992, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, December 9, 1992, at 10:30 a.m. at 
Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. The Rev. John Sauser will officiate with 
burial following in the parish cemetery.
He was born December 9, 1957, at Mishicot, son of Richard F. Baugniet Sr. and 
Sally Ray Baugniet. He graduated from Mishicot High School and received his 
bachelor degree in music from Lawrence University and his masters degree from 
the University of Illinois. He worked at the F.W. Baugniet Mink Ranch where he 
was part owner. He taught music at St. Francis Cabrini School, Manitowoc and 
also Holy Cross School, Mishicot. He was active in the TRACTS Theatre Group. He 
played Captain Von Trapp in the "Sound of Music" at the Capitol Civic Centre. 
He played Abe Lincoln in "The World of Carl Sandburg" at the Capitol Civic Centre 
and Dinner Theatre at Shoto. Rick played trumpet with the Green Bay Symphony 
Orchestra, the Lakeshore Wind Ensemble and the Manitowoc Marine Band. He was a 
former member of the Manitowoc Drum and Bugle Corps. He also was a former recipient 
of a scholarship through the Interlochen Music Camp and subsequient (sic) counselor 
at the camp.
Survivors include his parents at Mishicot; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, 
Robert and Debbie Baugniet, Sheboygan, Christopher Baugniet, Mishicot, and Michael 
and Gwen Baugniet Mishicot; his grandfather, Robert Ray, Milwaukee; aunt and uncle, 
Patricia and Allan Ray Krause, Milwaukee; great aunt and uncles, cousins, nephews 
and nieces; special friend, Bill Becker and many other friends.
Friends may call at the Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 4-9 p.m. on Tuesday 
December 8, 1992, and Wednesday until we leave for the church at 10 a.m. A parish 
memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Herald Times Reporter, December 7, 1992 P. A2


ROSE BAUGNIET

Mrs. Eli Baugniet, 72, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died unexpectedly of a heart attack 
at her home at 10 p.m. Tuesday.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday at the Specht Funeral Home, 
Mishicot, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot, the Rev. 
George F. Beth officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
Mrs. Baugniet, nee Rose Zeman, was born in the Town of Kossuth on Feb. 6, 1884, 
a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Zeman Sr. She was married at Manitowoc 
on July 19, 1910, to Eli Baugniet, after which they settled on a farm in the 
Town of Mishicot. The couple retired in 1943 and took up their residence in a 
home near the village of Mishicot.
Besides her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Roland Kumbalek of Mishicot; two
sons, Florenz and Bernard of Mishicot; a sister, Mrs. Joseph Pudil of Milwaukee; 
four grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 8 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 5, 1956 p.20


JOSEPH BAUMGART

Joseph (Edward) Baumgart, age 84, of 13613 Hwy. 163, Mishicot, died Sunday 
evening August 2, 1992, at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
The Mass of Chrisitan Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, at Holy Cross Catholic 
Church, Mishicot. The Msgr. James Feely will be officiating, with burial in parish 
cemetery.
He was born on August 29, 1907, at Hancock, Mich, son of the late John and Amanda 
Faber Baumgart. He was married on August 31, 1929, at Menominee, Mich. to Sylvia 
Stehlik. He sailed on the Great Lakes, and then was employed at the Mirro Corp. 
until his retirement in 1972. He operated the Mishicot Landfill for many years. 
He was a Gold Star father, a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, and a Member 
of the Knights of Columbus Council 4807.
He is survived by his wife, Sylvia; four daughters, Mrs. Kathy (Merlin) Jacquart 
of Two Rivers, Mrs. Jean Zahorik of Tisch Mills, Mrs. Edna (Allen) Hutterer of 
Manitowoc, Mrs. Mary (Mike) Siewert of Valders; one half-brother, Vernon Baumgart 
of Sheboygan; 24 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death 
by one son, Robert, and one brother, Carl.
Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday evening, at the Lambert Funeral Home, 
Mishicot, and Wednesday morning until we leave for the church at 10:30. A parish 
memorial service will be at 7 p.m. and a Knight (sic) of Columbus rosary will be 
held at 7:30 p.m. this evening.
Herald Times Reporter, August 4, 1992 P. A2
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(Joseph J./29 Aug 1907/02 Aug 1992/SSDI)


ROBERT LEE BAUMGART

BAUMGART WAR VICTIM-MISHICOT
Manitowoc County recorded its 17th casualty of the Vietnam war Tuesday 
with the report of the death of Sp-4 Robert Lee Baumgart, 20, during a 
mortar attack in Saigon. May 6. 
Two officers from the U.S. Army Reserve Center, Manitowoc, contacted 
Baumgart's father Joseph at work at Mirro Aluminum Co. Plant 1 at Two 
Rivers Tuesday morning and informed him of his son's death. The Baumgarts 
reside on Rt. 1 Mishicot.
Baumgart enlisted in the Army in December, 1965, in engine equipment 
maintenance. He was graduated from Mishicot High School in June, 1965. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 7, 1968
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MILITARY FUNERAL.  
Mishicot Business Places will be closed for the military funeral 
of Sp-4 Robert L. Baumgart, Wednesday, May 15, from 9 a.m. to 
11 a.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, May 14, 1968
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Two From County Killed in Vietnam
Area Casualty Toll Now 18 (photo of each young man)
Two Manitowoc County servicemen have become casualties of the Vietnam
war, their parents were informed Tuesday.
The latest victims are Sp-4 Robert Lee Baumgart, 21, of Rt. 1, Mishicot,
and Sgt. John R. Knorr, 21, of Rt 3, Manitowoc.
Specialist Baumgart's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Baumgart, were informed
by authorities of the United States Army Reserve at Manitowoc that their
son died Monday in Saigon. He was in Phu Cohg with Co. B., 92nd Engineers
Battalion, construction.
Sgt. Knorr, son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy A. Knorr, died Sunday in Vietnam
of a gunshot wound from hostile small arms fire while a passenger in a 
military vehicle on combat operations.
18 County Casualties
He was a member of Battery C of the 6th battalion of the 29th field
artillery and had been stationed just outside Dak To. Manitowoc County 
traffic officers informed the family of his death.
The two deaths brought to 18 the total number of Manitowoc County youths
killed in Vietnam.
Knorr entered the Army in January of 1967 and trained at Fort Polk, La.,
and Fort Sill, Okla., before going to Vietnam in June of 1967. He was
promoted to the rank of sergeant last December and was scheduled to return
home in June for a 45-day leave.
He was a 1966 graduate of St. Gregory Catholic High School, St. Nazianz,
and was employed at the Pine River Dairy of Rt. 1, Manitowoc, before
entering service. He was born Dec. 29, 1946, at Chilton. His family moved
to St. Nazianz in 1960.
Survivors include his parents; a brother (private), a sister (private).
Knorr was engaged to marry (private).
Joined With Buddies
Baumgart enlisted in the U.S. Army under the buddy system with (private)
two other graduates of Mishicot Community High School. All three were
in Vietnam, a short distance from one another.
In his last letter to his parents, dated April 22, he said he was counting
the 169 days until his military discharge in October. He had spent 18
months in Germany before going to Vietnam Oct. 6, 1967.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
The Baumgart family was expecting a visit from an Army officer late 
Wednesday at which time funeral arrangements would be made.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 8, 1968


SYLVIA A. BAUMGART

Sylvia A. Baumgart, age 90, a resident of the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, 
formerly of 13613 Hwy 163, Mishicot, died Monday, February 19, 2001, at the 
Hamilton Home.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, February 23, 2001, at 
Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. Rev. John Neuser will officiate with burial 
at Holy Cross Catholic Church Cemetery.
Sylvia was born January 1, 1911, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Albert and 
Mary Hallada Stehlik. She married Joseph Baumgart on August 31, 1929, in Menominee, 
Mich. He preceded her in death on August 2, 1992. She and her husband operated the 
Mishicot Landfill for many years. Sylvia was an honorary member of the Altar 
Society of Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot and was a Gold Star Mother. She 
enjoyed spending quality time with her family, especially her grandchildren and 
great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Survivors include four daughters and three sons-in-law, Kathleen and Merlin Jacquart, 
Two Rivers, Jean Zahorik, Two Rivers, Edna and Allen Hutterer, Manitowoc, Mary and 
Mike Siewert, Valders; 24 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; three great-great-
grandchildren; one brother-in-law, Vernon Baumgart, West Virginia; nieces and 
nephews. She was also preceded in death by one son, Robert; one son-in-law, Alvin 
Zahorik; one brother and one sister.
Relatives and friends may call after 9 a.m. Friday at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 
Mishicot until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Thursday evening 
visitation.
The Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, February 21, 2001  P. A6
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(01 Jan 1911/19 Feb 2001/SSDI)


SHERI BECK

Sherilyn "Sheri" Ann Beck, age 28, former Mishicot resident, died April 21, 2004, 
in Wilmington, N.C. Private memorial services were held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, 
May 8. 2004 at St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mishicot, with the Rev. 
Robert Johannes officiating, with burial in the Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Sheri was born July 22, 1975 in Aurora, Ill. She was a graduate of the Manitowoc 
Lutheran High School with the class of 1993. Sheri's presence is deeply missed 
and will always be lovingly remembered. Survivors include her parents, William R. 
and Donna L. Beck of Mishicot, four brothers, Jason Beck, of Denver, Col., Andy 
Beck of Mishicot, Devin McGrady of Wilmington, N.C., and Kurtis Tronnier, of 
Stevens Point, and by three sisters, Kimberly Bowker, of Clarendon Hills, Ill., 
Mrs. John (Keri) Powell, of Atlanta, Ga., and Krista Tronnier, of Stevens Point, 
and also by three nieces.
A memorial fund has been established in her name. The Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home 
of Mishicot is assisting the Beck family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 9, 2004  P. A3


JOHN A.J. BECKER

John A.J. Becker, age 77, of 15514 Becker Road, Mishicot, passed away peacefully 
at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay early Monday morning, Oct. 19, 2009, surrounded 
by his family.
He was born May 25, 1932, in Two Rivers, to the late Clarence R. and Ella Gloe 
Becker. John attended St. Mary's Grade School and St. Boniface grade School and 
graduated from Lincoln High School in 1950. John married the former Patricia M. 
Holschback on December 17, 1953, in Manitowoc. He served his country in the 
United States Army from 1953 to 1955. He began working at an early age for his 
father who started Becker Ornamental Iron, Inc. in 1929. He later became an owner 
and operator of the family business, and retired in June of 1994, but remained 
involved in the business for many years. He was a member of the Lincoln High 
School Boy's Club of 1950, affectionaely known to John as the O.F. club.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia; his children (private); eighteen grandchildren, 
seven great-grandchildren. He is further survived by his brothers and sisters 
(private) and his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. In addition 
to his parents, he was also preceded in death by one daughter, Priscilla P. Becker, 
his brothers Clarence and August Becker, and by a special cousin, Francis Miller.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009, at 
St. Isidore the Farmer, Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, Tisch 
Mills Site with the Reverend Dennis Drury officiating, assisted by Deacon Robert 
Pribek. Burial will follow in the Holy Cross Catholic Church Cemetery.
Relatives and friends may call after 9 a.m. on Wednesday at the church, until the 
time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation.
The Becker family would like to give special thanks to Dr. (private) "the best 
doctor in the world" the staff of Cardiology Associates of Green Bay, and the 
entire nursing staff at Bellin Hospital, for their special care given to John 
during his illness. Your kindness will always be remembered.
the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home, of Mishicot is assisting the Becker family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 20, 2009


MATTHEW BECKER

Matthew Robert Becker, age 20, of 15512 Becker Road, Mishicot, was called home 
to be with his Heavenly Father on Jan. 5, 2010.
Matthew was born on March 27, 1989, in Sheboygan Falls, Wis., to Robert and 
Jolene (Ulrich) Becker, and at the age of 2 moved to Mishicot. He graduated 
from Mishicot High School in 2007, and attended the University of Milwaukee 
and Green Bay. Matt will be remembered by his family as a very loving, 
compassionate young man who loved sitting and listening to his parents and 
grandparents. He had a love for art, his guitar, his cat, and going four 
wheeling with his cousin (private).
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather: John Becker; and one 
aunt: Priscilla Becker.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, at Emanuel 
United Methodist Church, 1218 Madison St. Two Rivers. The Rev. Jeff Uhler will 
officiate at the service, with burial to follow in the Mishicot Public Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Emanuel United Methodist Church, 
on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no 
visitation this evening.
Matthew will be greatly missed by his family and everyone who knew him. He was 
the kind of young man anyone would be proud to call son, brother, grandson, 
nephew, cousin and friend.
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St. Two Rivers, is assisting the Becker 
family with funeral arrangements.
The family wishes to thank Msgr. Mike McGraw and the parish families of St. Joan 
of Arc Catholic Church, for their prayers and support.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 8, 2010


PRISCILLA BECKER

Priscilla P. Becker, 18, of Mishicot, died early Sunday morning, May 31, at St. 
Vincent Hospital, Green Bay, of injuries received in an automobile accident.
Funeral services will be 10:15 a.m. Tuesday at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and 11 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Earl R. Brouchoud 
will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery.
Miss Becker was born Dec. 26, 1962, at Manitowoc, daughter of John and Patricia 
Holschbach Becker Sr. She was educated in Mishicot School System and was a Senior 
student at Mishicot High School, where she would have graduated with the Class of 
1981. She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church.
Survivors include her parents, four brothers and a sister-in-law, John and Ellen 
Becker Jr. of Two Rivers and Clarence H., Kevin A. and Robert H. Becker at home. 
Three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Theresa and Vernon Diegel of Mishicot, 
JoAnna nd Dale Carstens of Manitowoc and Mary Ann Becker at home; paternal grand-
parents, Clarence and Ella Becker of Manitowoc, two nieces, cousins, aunts and 
uncles.
Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 4 o'clock to 9 o'clock this 
Monday afternoon. A prayer service will be conducted at 7:30 o'clock by Deacon 
Stan Browne.
Herald Times Reporter, June 1, 1981 P. 3


EDNA BEECK

Mrs. Edna I. Beeck, age 76, of 523 Washington St., Mishicot, died Friday evening, 
February 26, 1993, at Northridge Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 2, 1993, at St. Peter Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Mishicot. The Rev. David Waege will officiate, with burial in the 
Mishicot Public Cemetery.
She was born August 10, 1916, in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late William 
and Ida Guse Blank. She graduated from Mishicot High School in 1933, and also from 
the Manitowoc County Normal School. She taught in the rural grade schools for eight 
years. She married Gilbert Beeck on May 23, 1942, at St. Peter Evangelical Church, 
Mishicot. He preceded her in death on August 25, 1976. She worked at the Mishicot 
High School cafeteria for nine years, and was a rug weaver for 43 years. She was a 
member of St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, and the Ladies Bible Hour. She was 
a member of the Mishicot Kempen Staudinger Terens VFW Auxiliary Post 7753. She served 
on the village of Mishicot Election Board for many years and was a member of the 
Mishicot Senior Citizens.
Survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Dennis and Sheri Beeck, Mishicot; two daughters 
and sons-in-law, Janice and Robert Wiegert, Judy and Robert Wanish, both of Mishicot; 
nine grandchildren; two step grandchildren; and one great grandson. She also made a home 
for a nephew, Roger Kotarek, since 1969. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, 
one brother and three sisters.
Friends may call at the Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, from 4-8 p.m. on Monday and 
Tuesday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of services.
Memorials to St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church would be appreciated.
Herald Times Reporter, February 28, 1993 P. A2
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(10 Aug 1916/26 Feb 1993/SSDI)


GILBERT BEECK

Gilbert Beeck. 59, of the Village of Mishicot. died Wednesday
at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Peter
Lutheran Church, Mishicot. The. Rev. Herbert Kesting will 
officiate and burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery. 
The Mishicot V.F.W. will hold graveside services.
Mr. Beeck was born May 30, 1917. at Orgon. Wis., son of
Mr. and Mrs. Roland and Irma Schmidt Beeck. He was employed 
by Manitowoc Engineering Co. He married Edna Blank May 23, 
1942 at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mishicot.
He was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church, Mishicot V.F.W. 
Post 7753 and he was a veteran of World War II.
Survivors include his wife, his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Beeck 
of St. Ignace, Mich.; a son, (private), two daughters,
(private) four brothers, Melvin, of Spokane, Wash., Russell, 
of  St. Ignace, Leland, of Rapid River, Mich., and Charles, 
of Sanford, Mich.: a sister, Mrs. Robert (Ramona) Akers, of
St. Ignace five granddaughters and two step grandchildren.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot after 4 
p.m. Friday until noon Saturday and at the church until time 
of services.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, August 26, 1976, Page 19
(Sent in by Cliff)
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(30 May 1917/Aug 1976/SSDI)


LOUIS BEHRMANN

Funeral services for Louis Behrmann, 38, town of Saxonburg farmer, 
will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the St. Peter Lutheran 
church at Mishicot with Rev. Edward Zell officiating. The body will 
be removed to the church Monday morning at 10 o'clock from the Specht 
funeral home. Burial will be in the Mishicot cemetery.
Mr. Behrmann died at the Wisconsin General hospital Thursday where he 
had been a patient for several weeks.
Mr. Behrmann was born in Manitowoc on March 26, 1905, and on March 5, 
1935 was married to Adeline Brouchoud at Mishicot. The couple moved 
to Taylor county where they farmed, and two and half years ago moved 
to the Saxonburg farm owned by Judge Edgar Jonas of Chicago which the 
deceased managed.
Survivors are the widow, a daughter (private); the aged father, Julius 
Behrmann of Denmark; three sisters, Mrs. Leonard Hansen, Manitowoc, Mrs. 
Willilam Schroeder, Medford, and Miss Emma Behrmann of Denmark; six 
brothers, Robert and Herbert of Manitowoc and Erwin, Edwin, Alvin and 
Hugo all of Denmark.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, October 30, 1943 P.2


JOSEPH BENESCH

Mishicot
Messrs. Frank, Wenzel and John Benesh(sic) and wife of St. Paul, visited their 
sick brother, Jos. Benesh of Mishicot last week. The meeting was a pathetic one 
as the brothers had not seen each other for 27 years. They returned this week to 
St. Paul again. Monday they spent with their niece, Mrs. Chas. Ringmeier of this 
city.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 5, 1907
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(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 15 Oct.) 
We have to report the passing of another old fellow citizen. Joseph Benesch, 
who lived on a farm a few miles from here, died last Wednesday morning. He 
had been ill for a long time and his passing was not unexpected by his family. 
In addition to his widow he leaves 4 grown children -3 daughters and a son, 
all in good circumstances. The funeral was held Saturday from the Catholic 
Church to the local cemetery. 
Der Nord Westen, 17 Oct. 1907
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Notes From Mishicot:
On Wednesday Mr. Benisch a resident of Gibson, died at his home, after a 
long illness. He was buried on Saturday from the Holy Cross church, Rev. 
St. Louis officiated. He was 59 years of age. He leaves a wife and several 
children to mourn his loss. We sympathize with the bereaved family.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, October 17, 1907 pg. 8
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The funeral of Joseph Benesh(sic) from the Holy Cross Church last Saturday was 
attended by a large number of his many friends. Tho he has been in poor health 
for some time, his death coming so suddenly, was a shock to all.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 19, 1907


MARY BENESCH

Benesch Rites To Be Held Monday Morning
TWO RIVERS, (Special)-Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Benesch, 80, 
who died at the municipal hospital Friday afternoon, will be held 
Monday morning at nine o'clock in St. Mark's Catholic church, with 
the Rev. P.J. Nilles officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross 
cemetery at Mishicot.
The remains will be taken to the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank 
Eppinger from the Beduhn and Goetz funeral home late this afternoon.
Born Mary Susan Keolsch in Buffalo, N.Y., in 1855, she came to 
Mishicot with her parents. In 1877 she married Joseph Benesch who 
preceded her in death 27 years ago. Later she moved to Two Rivers 
and since her illness has reside with her daughter, Mrs. Frank 
Eppinger.
Survivors are a son, William, Mishicot; two daughters, Mrs. Ed. 
Langenkamp, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Frank Eppinger, Two Rivers; 11 
grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 21, 1935 P.11


BRIAN G. BENTHIEN

Brian G. Benthien, age 52, former Mishicot resident, entered into eternal rest on 
Saturday, Aug. 19, 2006 at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay, after a courageous 
battle with liver disease. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 am on 
Friday, Aug. 25, 2006 at Holy Cross Catholic church in Mishicot, with the Rev. John 
Neuser officiating, with burial in the church cemetery.
He was born Jan. 15, 1954, in Two Rivers to Franklin and Dolores (Lambert) Benthien. 
Brian was a graduate of the Mishicot High School and after graduation he continued 
his education in the construction and electrical trades. He was employed as an 
electrical contractor. He was an avid sports fan and had a great love of 
animals.
Brian is survived by his parents, Franklin and Dolores (Lambert) Benthien of Mishicot; 
two brothers and sisters-in-law, Bruce and Karen Benthien of Missouri; Dean and 
Cheryl Benthien of Mishicot; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Debbie and Richard 
Hughes of Two Rivers; Sherry and Larry Pearson of Mishicot and Jeannie Benthien of 
Naperville, Ill.  He is further survived by two nieces, Lisa Benthien and Mary Pearson; 
a nephew, George Pearson along with his aunts, uncles and many special friends.
Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7 pm on Thursday at the Lambert-Eckert Funeral 
Home, 344 S. State St., in Mishicot. Visitation will continue at 10 am on Friday at the 
funeral home until the mass of Christian Burial at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations 
may be made to your local humane societies.
Brian's family would like to extend a very special thank you to all of his nurses, 
doctors, clergy and special friends, for all of their love, help and support during 
his illness. Your kindness will always be remembered.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Aug. 22, 2006


DEAN BENTHIEN

Dean Benthien, age 57, of 609 Ranchview Ct., Mishicot, died unexpectedly Thursday, 
May 7, 2015 at his residence. 
Dean was born December 1, 1957 in Two Rivers to Franklin and Dolores Lambert 
Benthien, and has been a lifelong area resident. 
He was a 1976 graduate of the Mishicot High School and later earned an Associate 
Degree from UW-LaCrosse. Dean married his High School sweetheart, the former 
Cheryl Brockhoff on October 9, 1982 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot. 
Dean was employed as an engineer for the Manitowoc Tool and Machine Co. He was 
a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, and enjoyed gardening, traveling, golfing, 
and spending time with his family and friends. He was an avid sports fan.
Survivors include his loving wife: Cheryl, his parents: Franklin and Dolores 
Benthien, of Mishicot, his mother-in-law: Janet Brockhoff, of Manitowoc, one 
brother: Bruce (Karen) Benthien, of MO, three sisters: Debra (Richard) Hughes, 
of Finland, Sherry (Larry) Pearson, of Whitelaw, Jeannie Benthien, of Milwaukee, 
brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Michael Brockhoff, of Manitowoc, Janelle (Tom) 
Ray, of Mishicot, Kevin (Ann) Gretz, of AR. He is further survived by his nieces: 
Lisa (Michael) Mendez, Mary Pearson, Dayna (Gordon) Christian, Tamara Gretz, and 
by his nephews: George Pearson, Brian Ray, Paul Ray, Brandon Gretz, and by his 
aunts, uncles, and many special friends. 
He was preceded in death by one brother: Brian, and by his father-in-law: Melvin 
Brockhoff.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 
Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, with the Reverend John Becker officiating. 
Burial of his cremated remains will be in the Holy Cross Parish Cemetery. 
Relatives and friends may call on Monday at the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home in 
Mishicot from 4 :00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a parish wake service at 6:30 p.m. 
Visitation will continue after 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday at the church, until the 
time of service at 11:00 a.m. 
A memorial fund has been established in his name.
Dean's family would like to express a very special thank you to the Mishicot 
Ambulance Service. Your special service and kindness will always be remembered. 
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, May 9, May 11, 2015 


JOHN BENTHIEN

John Benthien, 81, a former Two Rivers resident, died Tuesday evening at 
Fair Hills Rest Home, Rosecrans, as the result of a fire.
Private funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday. Burial will be 
in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mr. Benthien was born Nov. 9, 1890, at Green Bay, son of the late John and 
Sophie Besse Benthien. At the age of 12 he and his parents came to Rt. 1, 
Mishicot, where they were engaged in farming. In 1960, he moved to Two 
Rivers, residing there for five years. He married Lora Dose March 30, 1927, 
in the Town of Mishicot. His wife preceded him in death.
Survivors include three sons, Franklin, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, John Jr., of Two 
Rivers and Fredrick, of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Kenneth (Ellenora) Fisch, 
of Rt. 2, Hilbert; and 15 grandchildren
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 3 p.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 5, 1972


LAURA P. BENTHIEN

Mrs. John Benthien Sr., 73, of 1026-27th St., Two Rivers, died at her home 
Thursday.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Mishicot, the Rev. Herbert Kesting officiating. Burial will be in 
Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mrs. Benthien, nee Laura Dose, was born June 8, 1896, in the Town of Mishicot, 
a daughter of the late August and Wibke Lush Dose. She was married in the Town 
of Mishicot March 30, 1927, to John Benthien, after which the couple farmed in 
the Town of Gibson. They moved to Two Rivers in retirement in 1960.
Besides her husband, she leaves a daughter, three sons,  a sister, Mrs. Ella 
Burmeister of Rt. 1, Mishicot, and 11 grandchildren. Two children preceded her 
in death. (Survivors edited for privacy)
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
3 p.m. Saturday until 12:30 p.m. Sunday when the casket will be taken to the 
church where the body will lie in state until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 6, 1970


WILLIAM A. BENTHIEN

Mishicot Solder Killed in Korea
Sgt. William A. Benthien, 19, was killed in action in Korea May 21, his parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. John Benthien, route 1, Mishicot, were advised in a telegram 
received early this week. He was the 12th Manitowoc County resident to die in 
the Korean War.
A 1950 graduate of Mishicot High School, Sgt. Benthien enlisted in the Army 
several weeks after leaving school. He received his basic training at Fort Riley, 
Kan., and left for Korea from Camp Stoneman, Calif., last October.
He is survived by his parents, three brothers, Franklin, John and Frederick and 
a sister, Elnora. John Benthien is also in the army. He was wounded in Korea and 
is now recuperating at Percy Jones Hospital, Battle Creek, Mich.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., June 21, 1951 page 24
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Military funeral rites will be held at 2 pm Saturday at the Specht Funeral Home 
in Mishicot for Sgt. William Benthien, 19, who was killed in action in Korea 
May 21, 1951. The Rev. Edward Zell will officiate at the funeral and military 
rites will be conducted by the Kempen Staudinger Terens Veterans of Foreign War 
Post No. 7755. Burial will be in Mishicot Funeral Cemetery(sic).
William Benthien was born in 1932 in the Town of Gibson and was graduated from 
Mishicot High School in 1950. He enlisted in the army in June, 1950 and after 
training at Fort Riley, Kansas, left for Japan and Korea in Nov. 1950 from Camp 
Stoneman, Calif.
He was wounded while fighting on the 38th Parallel in Korea and died of wounds 
on May 21, 1951. He served with Company F, Fifth Infantry Division and received 
the Purple Heart medal posthumously.
Surviving are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Benthien, Route 1, Mishicot; three 
brothers, John J., of Two Rivers, Fred at home and Frank of Route 1, Mishicot; 
sister, Ellenora at home. The casket will arrive in Mishicot Thursday evening 
and friends may call at the funeral home until time of services at 2 pm Saturday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Nov. 28, 1951 page 28


CAROLINE BENZINGER

Caroline Benzinger, age 97, a former Mishicot resident, died early Monday 
morning, Feb. 10, 2003 at St. Mary's Home in Manitowoc.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2003 at 
Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, with the Rev. John Neuser officiating. 
Burial will take place in the Holy Cross Church Cemetery.
Caroline was born May 25, 1905 in the town of Two Rivers to the late John and 
Margaret Stadler Buenzow and has been a lifelong area resident. She married 
John Benzinger on Oct. 12, 1925 at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Two Rivers. 
He preceded her in death in 1973.
She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot where she was an 
honorary member of the church's Altar Society. She was also a member of the 
Mishicot Homemaker's Club and enjoyed reading and spending time with her entire 
family, especially her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grand-
children.
(Survivors omitted for privacy); and by nieces and nephews. She was also preceded 
in death by two daughters; Margaret Schleis and Delores Franz; and by a son-in-
law: Robert Schroeder. She was further preceded in death by one great-grand-
daughter and by one sister: Irene Jindra; a brother, Victor Buenzow; and a 
stepbrother; Steven Vondrachek.
Relatives and friends may call after 9 a.m. on Wednesday at Holy Cross Catholic 
Church in Mishicot, until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Tuesday 
evening visitation.
The Holy Cross Altar Society will recite the rosary at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at 
the church.
A memorial fund has been established in her name.
The Lambert Funeral Home of Mishicot is assisting the Benzinger family with funeral 
arrangements.
The Benzinger family would like to express a very special thank you to the entire 
staff of St. Mary's Home in Manitowoc and to Caroline's granddaughter (private), 
for their love, special care and concerns shown to Caroline and our family during 
Caroline's illness.
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 11, 2003

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The marriage of Miss Caroline Buenzow, daughter of John Buenzow of this city and John Benzinger, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Benzinger of Mishicot, took place Monday morning, the Rev. Hugo officiating. The attending couple was Miss Josephine Benzinger and Victor Buenzow. The ceremony was witnessed by just the immediate family. Dinner was served at the home of the bride after the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Benzinger left for Upper Michigan and Northern Wisconsin on a two weeks' honeymoon trip after which they will be home to friends at their farm in Mishicot.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Oct. 16, 1925 

CURTIS BENZINGER

Curtis P. Benzinger, 51, of 921 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died early Sunday 
morning, March 23, at the family residence. Funeral services will be 11 am 
Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Harold Berryman will 
officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial and burial will be in Mishicot Public 
Cemetery.
Mr. Benzinger was born Sept. 3, 1934 at Green Bay, son of Virginia Mosey 
Benzinger and the late Raymond F. Benzinger. He moved to Mishicot as a child 
with his parents and attended Mishicot Public Schools and was a graduate of 
Mishicot High School with the Class of 1953. He married Sally McCracken Dec. 27, 
1974 at St. Petersburg, Fla. Mr. Benzinger was presently employed as a Foreman 
at Kohler Company in the Die Cast and Maintenance Department for the past 8 
years. He served with the United States Air Force as an Airman Third Class from 
November 4, 1954 to November 3, 1958. Mr. Benzinger was a member of National 
Riflemans Association.
Survivors include his wife, Sally; a son and daughter-in-law, Nicholas and 
Lillian Benzinger of Hawaii; five daughters, RaeAnn, Wendy, Betsy, Sheryl and 
Guendolyn Benzinger, all of Manitowoc; his mother, Mrs. Virginia Benzinger of 
Manitowoc; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Timothy and Harriet Benzinger of 
Manitowoc, Walter and Sheryl Benzinger of Altanta, Ga., and Raymond (Skip) and 
Mary Benzinger of Manitowoc; a grandson, Zachary; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 pm to 8 pm Tuesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., March 24, 1986 page 16
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(03 Sep 1934/Mar 1986/SSDI)


EARL M. BENZINGER

Earl M. Benzinger, age 72, of 323 Samz Road, Mishicot, died Sunday morning, 
Oct. 17, 2004, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers, following complications 
with cancer.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, 2004, at Holy Cross 
Catholic Church, Mishicot. Officiating at the Mass of Christian burial will be 
the Rev. John Neuser with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
Earl was born on Sept. 13, 1932, in Mishicot, son of the late John and Caroline 
Buenzow Benzinger. He was a graduate of Holy Cross Catholic Grade School and 
graduated from Mishicot High School with the class of 1950. He was a lifelong 
area resident. On Sept. 4, 1954, he married Donna Hallada at St. Mary's Catholic 
Church, Tisch Mills. The couple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this 
past September. Earl and Donna owned and operated a dairy farm in the town of 
Mishicot until 1976. Earl was also employed at Manitowoc shipbilding unitl his 
retirement in 1994. In 1987, the couple built the "Mishicot Super Wash" car wash, 
which they continue to operate at the present time. Earl was a liftime member of 
Holy Cross Catholic Church, where he served as head usher for 23 years, and was 
a member of the Kettle Range Snow Riders Club for many years. Earl loved time 
spent at the cottage in Lakewood and also enjoyed hunting with his son and grandson, 
fishing and was an avid golfer.
Survivors include his wife: Donna Benzinger, Mishicot; son and daughter-in-law: 
Brian and Kay Benzinger, Mishicot; daughter and son-in-law: Diane and Randy 
Stehula, Manitowoc; three grandchildren: Stephanie and Jonathon Benzinger, Jordan 
Stehula; mother-in-law: Irene Hallada, Two Rivers; five sisters and eight 
brothers-in-law: Arlene Schroeder, Two Rivers; Carol and Ronald Marks, Chilton; 
Mary and Jerry Princil, Slinger; Rita and Pat Finnel, Larrabee; Susan and Larry 
Voster, Brillion; Vernon Schleis, Suamico; Cyril Franz, Mishicot; Carl (Elaine) 
Hallada, Texas; and Roger Hallada, Florida. He is further survived by a number 
of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his 
parents; father-in-law: Carl Hallada; two sisters, Margaret Schleis and Delores 
Franz; brother-in-law: Bob Schroeder and sister-in-law: Betty Hallada.
The family will greet relatives and friends at the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home, 
Mishicot, on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004 from 4 to 8 p.m. Visitation will continue 
on Thursday morning at the funeral home after 9 a.m. until the time service at 
11 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 19, 2004 p.A3


FRANKLIN BENZINGER

Franklin D. Benzinger, age 69, former Mishicot resident, died Tuesday, Feb. 3, 
2004 at the North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center in Manitowoc. A 
memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7, 
2004 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot with the Rev. Paul Paider 
officiating, along with his brother, the Rev. Oscar Benzinger, S.J. concelebrating, 
with burial of his cremated remains in the parish cemetery. 
Frank was born Feb. 6, 1934 in the Town of Mishicot to the late Oscar and Helen 
Sturm Benzinger and has been a lifelong area resident. He was a graduate of 
Mishicot High School with the class of 1951. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955 
to 1958 in Germany. Frank owned and operated the homestead farm in the Town of 
Mishicot for many years, and also worked at the Hamilton Manufacturing Co. and 
retired from there in 1996. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in 
Mishicot, and enjoyed bowling, shooting pool, and playing cards. He is survived 
by three daughters and one son-in-law: Laurie and Wendell Clayton, Missouri; 
Barbara Buck, Missouri; and Cheryl Benzinger, Manitowoc; two sons and daughters-
in-law: Michael and Danielle Benzinger, Texas; John and Donna Buck, Missouri; 
seven grandchildren: Justin and Noël Benzinger; Ashley and Jeremy Buck; Brian, 
Scott and Amanda Clayton. He is further survived by two brothers: the Rev. Oscar 
Benzinger, S.J., South Dakota; and Fred Benzinger, Two Rivers; three sisters and 
two brothers-in-law: Lillian and Donald Gerrits, Kaukauna; Betty Olsen, Manitowoc; 
Barbara and Leonard Schiesl, Manitowoc; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in 
death by two sisters and three brothers-in-law: Helen and Herbert Rosinsky; Lila 
and Dale Stenner; Wilfred Olsen; and by a sister-in-law: Dorothy Benzinger. 
Relatives and friends may call after 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Holy Cross Catholic 
Church in Mishicot, until the time of service at 11 a.m. 
The Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home, Mishicot, is assisting the Benzinger family 
with funeral arrangements. 
The Benzinger family wishes to express a very special thank you to the Care 
Partners Assisted Living Facility of Manitowoc for their care, love and concern 
shown to Frank and our family during Frank's illness.
Herald Times Reporter, February 2004


HELEN BENZINGER

Mrs. Oscar (Helen) Benzinger, 88, of Manor House, Manitowoc, died early Thursday 
morning, April 30, 1987 at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will 
be 10 am Saturday at Lambert Funeral Home and 10:30 am at Holy Cross Catholic 
Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Jeffrey VandenHeuvel will officiate and burial will 
be in the parish cemetery.
Mrs. Benzinger was born August 10, 1896, in the Town of Two Rivers, daughter of 
the late Anton and Barbara Bunzow Sturm. She was married to Oscar Benzinger, 
June 6, 1921 at Holy Cross Church, Mishicot. They farmed in the Town of Mishicot 
until 1962. Her husband preceded her in death in 1970. Mrs. Benzinger was a member 
of Holy Innocents Christian Women and Mishicot Altar Society.
Survivors include three sons, the Rev. Oscar L. Benzinger of Milwaukee, Fred of 
Two Rivers and Frank of Mishicot; five daughters, Mrs. Herbert (Helen) Rosinsky, 
Mrs. Wilfred (Betty) Olsen and Mrs. Leonard (Barbara) Schiesl all of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. Dale (Lila) Stenner of Neenah and Mrs. Don (Lillian) Gerrits of Combined 
Locks; a sister, Mrs. Julia Rehrauer of Mishicot; 24 grandchildren and 17 great 
grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, two sisters and 
stillborn twins.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 4 pm to 8 pm Friday where a 
parish service will be 7 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Apr. 30, 1987 page 24
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(10 Aug 1898/Apr 1987/SSDI)
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Couple Wedded At Mishicot Today
Miss Helen Martha Sturm, daughter of Mrs. Anton Strum of the Town of Two Rivers 
and Oscar J. Benzinger of the Town of Mishicot, were married this morning at Holy 
Cross Catholic church at Mishicot, Rev. Father ??lle officiating at the ceremony. 
The Misses Julia Sturm and Frances Benzinger and William Springstrube were the 
attending couples. A reception was held at the home of the bride's mother after 
which the bridal pair departed on a fortnight's honeymoon trip to points in Northern 
Wisconsin. Upon their return they will make their home on a farm at Mishicot. Out of 
town quests present for the wedding celebration were Mr. and Mrs. Mike Popp and 
family and Mrs. Fredolen Benzinger and family of Cavour; Mr. and Mrs. Charles 
Flentje and family of Leona.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 6, 1921 P. 5


HUGO BENZINGER

Hugo Benzinger, 82, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died Friday morning at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital, where he had been a patient 16 days. Funeral services will 
be 9:30 am Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers and at 10 am 
at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Anthony Betley will officiate 
and burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
Mr. Benzinger was born at Mishicot, Oct. 31, 1878, son of the late Fridolin and 
Veronica Hess Benzinger. He attended the Saxonburg graded school and for a number 
of years was employed constructing railroad flat cars at Milwaukee. He then 
settled on the home farm at Rt. 1, Mishicot, retiring about 20 years ago. For a 
number of years he was manager of Saxonburg Cheese Factory. He was a member of 
Holy Cross Catholic Church and Holy Name Society of the church.
Survivors include his wife, the former Katherine Leiterman, whom he married at 
Alverno, Wis., Nov. 15, 1904; three daughters, Mrs. Wallace Hansen of Green Bay 
and Mrs. James Brugnone and Mrs. Ruth Billings of Los Angeles, Calif.; two sons, 
Walter of Los Angeles and Raymond of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Martha Eis of 
Rt. 1, Two Rivers and Mrs. Theresa Gruman of Laona; 14 grandchildren and a great 
grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 pm Sunday where the rosary will 
be recited at 8 pm Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, June 24, 1960 page 15


JOHN BENZINGER

John Benzinger, 69, of 506 Washington St., Mishicot, died early Sunday 
evening at St. Luke Hospital, Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Deja and Martin Funeral 
Chapels, Two Rivers, and at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic church, 
Mishicot, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Mishicot.
Mr. Benzinger was born April 7, 1904, in the Town of Mishicot, son of the 
late John and Frances Hess Benzinger. He married Caroline Buenzow Oct. 12, 
1925, at Two Rivers and farmed most of his life at Mishicot. A member of the 
Mishicot Knights of Columbus and Holy Cross Holy Name Society, he was also a 
salesman for Catholic Knights Insurance, Mishicot Town Mutual and Eastwin Town 
Mutual.
Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, seven daughters, a brother, Arthur, 
of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Rose Lawrence, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Frances 
Schwartz, of Milwaukee and Mrs. Leo Deja, of Two Rivers; 36 grandchildren and 
a great-grandchild. (Survivors edited for living people)
Friends may call from 5 to 9 o'clock this Tuesday evening at the funeral 
chapels. Memorial Service will be at 7:30 o'clock.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. December 18, 1973
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John Benzinger, 69, of 506 Washington St., Mishicot, died Sunday night 
at St. Luke Hospital, Milwaukee.
Funeral services are tentatively set for Wednesday morning at Holy Cross 
Catholic Church, Mishicot.
The complete obituary will appear in the Tuesday's issue of the 
Herald-Times-Reporter. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers is in 
charge.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wisconsin December 17, 1973

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The marriage of Miss Caroline Buenzow, daughter of John Buenzow of this city and John Benzinger, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Benzinger of Mishicot, took place Monday morning, the Rev. Hugo officiating. The attending couple was Miss Josephine Benzinger and Victor Buenzow. The ceremony was witnessed by just the immediate family. Dinner was served at the home of the bride after the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Benzinger left for Upper Michigan and Northern Wisconsin on a two weeks' honeymoon trip after which they will be home to friends at their farm in Mishicot.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Oct. 16, 1925 

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(07 Apr 1904/Dec 1973/SSDI)


KATHERINE BENZINGER

Mrs. Hugo Benzinger, 84, of the Village of Mishicot died early Thursday 
morning at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Lambert Funeral Home 
and at 11:30 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Earl 
Brouchoud will officiate and burial will be in the parish Cemetery.
Mrs. Benzinger, nee Katherine Leiterman, was born Dec. 24, 1887, at 
Manitowoc Rapids, daughter of the late Joseph and Theresa Leiterman. She 
was married to Hugo Benzinger in 1903 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Silver 
Lake. Her husband preceded her in death June 24, 1960. She was a member of 
Holy Cross Catholic Church and the Altar Society of the church.
Survivors include two sons, Walter, of Palo Verdes, Calif., and Raymond, of 
Manitowoc; three daughters, Mrs. Wallace (Loretta) Hansen, of Green Bay, Mrs. 
James (Frieda) Brugnone, of Gardena, Calif., and Mrs. Ruth Long, of Torrance, 
Calif.; a brother, Frank Leiterman, and a sister, Mrs. William (Caroline) 
Sprang, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers; 15 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where a memorial 
service will be held at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 14, 1972
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(24 Dec 1887/Dec 1972/SSDI)


OSCAR BENZINGER

Oscar Benzinger, 73, retired Town of Mishicot farmer who had been residing since 
March of 1969 at Manor House, Manitowoc, died Saturday night at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 
and at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church there, the Rev. Oscar L. Benzinger, 
of Milwaukee, a son, officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
Mr. Benzinger was born in the Town of Mishicot Oct. 22, 1896, a son of the late 
John and Frances Hess Benzinger. He married the former Helen Sturm at Holy Cross 
church June 6, 1921. He had been engaged in farming on the homestead farm until 
1962 when the couple moved to the village of Mishicot. He had been a member of the 
board of the Saxonburg District Grade School and for 11 years was treasurer of the 
former Saxonburg Cheese Factory. Also, he had served as president of the West Shore 
Telephone Co. and was a member of the Holy Cross Holy Name Society.
Besides his wife, he leaves five daughters, two sons, two brothers, John of Mishicot 
and Arthur of Two Rivers; four sisters, Mrs. William (Rose) Laurence of Manitowoc, 
Mrs. Frances Schwartz of Milwaukee, and Mrs. Milton (Josephine) Peltier and Mrs. Leo 
(Ethel) Deja of Two Rivers, 24 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Five sisters 
and a brother preceded him in death. (Survivors edited for privacy)
Friends may call at the funeral home where memorial services for the Holy Name 
Society and for the parish will be at 7:30 O'clock and 8 o'clock, respectively, 
this Monday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 23, 1970
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(22 Oct. 1896/Feb. 1970/SSDI)
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Couple Wedded At Mishicot Today
Miss Helen Martha Sturm, daughter of Mrs. Anton Strum of the Town of Two Rivers 
and Oscar J. Benzinger of the Town of Mishicot, were married this morning at Holy 
Cross Catholic church at Mishicot, Rev. Father ??lle officiating at the ceremony. 
The Misses Julia Sturm and Frances Benzinger and William Springstrube were the 
attending couples. A reception was held at the home of the bride's mother after 
which the bridal pair departed on a fortnight's honeymoon trip to points in Northern 
Wisconsin. Upon their return they will make their home on a farm at Mishicot. Out of 
town quests present for the wedding celebration were Mr. and Mrs. Mike Popp and 
family and Mrs. Fredolen Benzinger and family of Cavour; Mr. and Mrs. Charles 
Flentje and family of Leona.
Manitowoc Herald News, June 6, 1921 P. 5


RAYMOND F. BENZINGER

Raymond F. Benzinger, 71, of 1407 S. 20th St., Manitowoc, died late 
Thursday evening, June 3, at St. Luke Hospital, Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 10 a.m. 
at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 
celebrated by the Rev. Harold Berryman and burial will be in Mishicot Public 
Cemetery.
Mr. Benzinger was born April 28, 1911, at Mishicot, son of the late Hugo and 
Katherine Leiterman Benzinger. He married Virginia Mosey, June 8, 1933, at St. 
Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The couple owned and operated a farm at 
Mishicot until 1960 when they moved to Manitowoc. Prior to his retirement in 
1973, Mr. Benzinger had been employed with the crane division of Manitowoc 
Engineering.
Survivors include his wife, Virginia; four sons and daughters-in-law, Curtis P. 
and Sue, Timothy R. and Harriet, and Raymond (Skip) and Mary of Manitowoc, and 
Walter and Sheryl of Atlanta, Ga.; a brother, Walter of Los Angeles, Calif.; 
three sisters, Mrs. Loretta Hansen and Mrs. Ruth Long of Green Bay, and Mrs. 
James (Frieda) Brugnone of Los Angeles, Calif., and 14 grandchildren.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday where a 
prayer service will be conducted at 7 p.m. by Father Berryman.
Herald Times Reporter, June 4, 1982 P. 3
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(25 Apr 1911/Jun 1982/SSDI)


SALLY BENZINGER PETERIK

Sally "Sue" (Benzinger) Peterik, age 63 of 921 S. 15th St. Maniowoc, died on 
Tuesday morning, August 23, 2011 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, 
Manitowoc.
She was born on Janaury 24, 1948 in Panama, daughter of the late Robert and 
Sally McCracken. Sally was a graduate of St. Petersburg, Florida High School 
with the class of 1966. On June 28, 1991 she married Cory Peterik in St. 
Petersburg, Florida.
Survivors include her husband: Cory Peterik, Manitowoc; her children: Gwendolyn 
(Wendy) and Craig Smidel, Two Rivers, Cheryl Anderson and special friend Dave, 
Atlanta, Georgia, Wendy and Jim Decker, Omro, Nick and Lillie Benzinger, Shawano, 
Betsy and Ed Kruez, Pennsylvania, Rae and Jim Mead, Oshkosh; ten grandchildren: 
Zachary (her adopted son), Jaspmine, Curtis, Ian, Douglas, Emma, Jennifer, Kailey, 
Sarah and Molly; one great-granddaughter: Grace. Nieces, nephews, other relatives 
and friends also survive.
She was preceded in death by her former husband: Curtis Benzinger; one great 
grandson: Braxton Benzinger.
Funeral services be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 26, 2011 at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Alan 
Boeldt with burial to follow at the Mishicot Public Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday, August 25, 2011 at the 
Pfeffer Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The visitation will continue 
on Friday morning from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.
The family wishes to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Holy Family Memorial 
Medical Center for their care and compassion given to Sue.
"... and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His Hand."
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter  Wednesday, August 24, 2011  pg. 3


VERONICA BENZINGER

Dies Saturday
Mrs. Feronica (sic) Benzinger, aged 96, one of the oldest residents 
of the county, and widow of Freidlin Benzinger, died Saturday night 
at the home of her son Hugo, in the town of Mishicot, with whom she 
has been making her home. Last October she observed her 95th birthday 
anniversary with a gathering at her son's  home.
The funeral services will be held tomorrow morning at 9:30 from the 
Holy Cross church at Mishicot.
The deceased was born in Austria in 1836, her maiden name being Feronica 
Hess. She was married there to Freidlin Benzinger and the later served 
in the armies in his native land. They came to America in 1871 settling 
in Manitowoc county. Her husband passed away 26 years ago.
Eleven children were born to the couple of which seven survive. They 
are Mrs. Anna Wachtel, and Mrs. Martha Eis, town of Two Rivers; Mrs. 
Theresa Graumann, Leona, Wis., Mrs. G. Popp, Milwaukee; Freidlin, Jr., 
of Cavour; Hugo of Mishicot, and John of Two Rivers.
There are 53 grandchildren, 73 great grandchildren, and three great 
great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 13, 1932 P.9


VIRGINIA BENZINGER

Virginia C. Benzinger, age 101, a resident of St. Mary's Home, Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday afternoon, October 8, 2014 at St. Mary's Home.
She was born on  in Stevens Point, daughter of the late John and 
Johanna (Dea) Mosey. Virginia was a graduate of Washington High School, Two 
Rivers, Class of 1931. In 1933 she married Raymond F. Benzinger. He preceded 
her in death in 1982.
Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law: Raymond (Skip) & Mary 
Benzinger, Manitowoc, Tim & Harriet Benzinger, Manitowoc, Walter & Sheryl 
Benzinger, Buford, GA; 16 grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren. She was 
also preceded in death by a son: Curtis Benzinger; a brother and sister-in-law: 
Mark & Julia Mosey; and two sisters and brothers-in-law: Eleanor & Daniel 
Buretta and Olive & John Dworak. 
Private family funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 13, 2014 
at St. Francis of Assisi on Grand (1416 Grand Avenue), Manitowoc. Officiating at 
the Mass of Christian Burial was the Rev. William Brunner with burial at Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting 
www.pfefferfuneralhome.com
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to St. Mary's Home, especially 
Lynn and Mary, for the wonderful care extended to our Mother.


JULIE BERGNER

Julia B. Bergner, age 90, of 5005 Vista Road, Manitowoc, former Mishicot 
resident, entered into eternal life on Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, at the Kindred 
Hearts Assisted Living Facility in Manitowoc. She was born Feb. 9, 1919, in 
Colby Wis., to the late William and Caroline Schefchik Bauer and has been a 
longtime area resident. She was a graduate of the Colby High School. Julia 
married Woodrow H. Bergner on Aug. 12, 1939, in Athens, Wis., and he preceded 
her in death in June of 1969. In 1960, she owned and operated the former Dog 
and Suds Restaurant in Mishicot. Later, she worked as a chef at Fox Hills and 
as a cook for the Mishicot High School. She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic 
Church in Mishicot, and was a member of the Altar Society of the church where 
she was treasurer for 12 years. She was a member of the Parish Council of Holy 
Cross for eight years. Julia taught C.C.D. classes for 11 years. She was also 
a Girl Scout leader and officer from 1950, until the time of her death. She 
received the Girl Scout Thank You Status in 1956, the Highest Catholic Award 
"St. Ann" in 1982.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.) In addition to her parents and her husband 
Woodrow, she was also preceded in death by an infant daughter, Margaret; a 
daughter, Mary Klein; and her grandson Nicholas Bergner.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at 
St. Francis of Assissi on Waldo Blvd. in Manitowoc, with the Reverend Daniel 
Schuster officiating, with burial to follow in the Holy Cross Parish Cemetery 
in Mishicot. Relatives and friends may call after 9 a.m. Monday at the church, 
until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Sunday evening visitation.
The Bergner family would like to express a very special thank you to the entire 
staff of Kindred Hearts, for the past nine years of excellent care and to the 
staff of Holy Family Home Care Hospice for their special care given to Julia 
during her illness. Your kindnes will always be remembered.
In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established in her name.
The Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home of Mishicot is assisting the Bergner family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 14, 2009


MARGARET LINDA BERGNER

Funeral services for Margaret Bergner, the infant daughter of Mr. and 
Mrs. Woodrow Bergner, Mishicot, were held Tuesday afternoon at the Holy 
Cross Cemetery in Mishicot.
The child died an hour after birth at the Municipal hospital in Two Rivers 
Tuesday morning.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, August 27, 1952 


WOODROW H. BERGNER

BERGNER DIES; FORMER COACH AT MISHICOT
Woodrow H. Bergner, 55, of 546 Washington Street, Mishicot, longtime 
Mishicot community high school instructor, former coach of all sports 
and its athletic director the past several years, died unexpectedly 
of a heart attack at Holy Family Hospital late Thursday night. Earlier, 
he had attended the commencement exercises at Mishicot High School 
where a daughter graduated.  
Bergner was born September 14, 1913 at Pulcifer, Shawano County, a son 
of the late Albert and Anna Kruegner Bergner. When he was 12, his 
parents died after which he made his home with a sister, Mrs. William E. 
Moore, at Marathon, Wis. He graduated from Marathon High School with the 
class of 1932, enrolling at the former River Falls State Teachers College 
from where he graduated in 1936.  
His first teaching assignment was at Athens, Wis., High School where he 
also coached all sports. Three years later he went to Sturgeon Bay High 
School where he remained for three years. Before coming to Mishicot High 
School in 1947, he taught and coached at Sevastopol High School, Door 
County. At Mishicot, he assumed the coaching of all sports and had been 
athletic director since 1960. Since 1950, he had been the student 
education driving instructor.  
Won Championships 
In 1949, Bergner coached his Mishicot High School football team to the 
championship of the Peninsula Conference, following up with conference 
championships in basketball in the 1949-50 season. In the 1952-53 season, 
his basketball team took consolation honors in the state tournament, and 
in 1954-55, with an 18-0 record, the conference basketball championship 
was annexed. The following year, his team was the conference co-champion. 
In 1950, he was afflicted as a stroke and as a consequence, had to give 
up the coaching of basketball. Because of his knowledge and experience in 
the coaching field, he was made the school's athletic director that year.  
Active in civic and fraternal circles for years at Mishicot, Bergner was 
a 22-year-member of the Mishicot Lions Club and was its secretary for many 
years. A post officer of Mishicot No. 4807, Knights of Columbus, he was 
also a former officer of Holy Cross Holy Name Society. Also, he was 
secretary-treasurer of Fox Hills Golfing Assn. 
Besides his wife (private) and a sister (private), now of Wausau, he 
leaves three daughters, two sons, three other sisters, and a twin brother 
(private). Three brothers and two sisters preceeded him in death. 
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 
and at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, the Rev. Anthony Betley 
officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 1 p.m. Sunday where Rosaries 
will be recited by the Knights of Columbus and Holy Name members at 
7:30 p.m. and by the parish at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, June 6, 1969


ANNA BERNHARDT

Mrs. William Bernhardt, 77, of 632 Elm St., Mishicot, died Saturday 
morning at Maple Crest Nursing Home, Whitelaw.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Zion United Methodist 
Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Cletus Kramer will officiate and burial 
will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mrs. Bernhardt, nee Anna Fischer, was born Jan. 30, 1896, in the 
Town of Luxemburg, daughter of the late Herman and Rosaline Nohr 
Fischer. She was married to William Bernhardt June 7, 1928. The 
couple farmed in the Town of Gibson until 1960, moving to the 
Village of Mishicot.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Two sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 3 p.m. 
Sunday until noon Monday and at the church until the time of 
services.
Herald Times Reporter, Wis. March 3, 1973
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(30 Jan 1896/Mar 1973/SSDI)


EARL BERNHARDT

Earl W. Bernhardt, age 74, of 7136 Tannery Rd., town of Two Rivers, died 
unexpectedly Monday evening, September 25, 2000, at his residence.
It was Earl's wish to be cremated and to have a Family Memorial Service with 
Rev. Roberta Thompson officiating.
Earl was born December 7, 1925, on the Bernhardt Home Farm, son of the late 
William and Louise Fischer Bernhardt. He was a graduate of Mishicot High School, 
On May 24, 1947, Earl married the former Dorothy Lepich. He was then employed 
as a fieldman for the County Cooperative, then farmed in the town of Two Creeks 
until taking over the family farm. While farming he drove school bus for 13 
years.
Earl is survived by his wife of 53 years. Dorothy; one son and daughter-in-law, 
Dale and Marla Bernhardt, Mishicot; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Susanne 
and Dale Sanborn, Mishicot, Jean Avery, Two Rivers, Carol and Bruce Berres, 
Mishicot; ten grandchildren, Bill Bernhardt, Jackie (Dale) Kintgen, Jody Samz, 
Sherry Samz, Michelle (Randy) Skubal, Joe (Lisa) Buchner, Shawn Avery, Rebecca 
Avery, Jenny Berres, and Julie Berres; four great grandchildren, Brandon, Tanner, 
and Makenna Skubal, Hailey Buchner; one brother and sister-in-law, Ronald and 
Kay Bernhardt, Manitowoc. He was also preceded in death by a step mother, Anna 
and a brother, Glenn.
The Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 27, 2000 P. A2


EMIL BERNHARDT

Funeral services for Emil Bernhardt, 74, formerly of Rt. 1, Mishicot, who died 
Friday morning at Manitowoc County Hospital, will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Zion 
Evangelical United Brethren Church, Mishicot, the Rev. B.A. Zimdars officiating. 
Burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mr. Bernhardt was born June 26, 1888, in the town of Mishicot, son of the late 
Otto and Mary Scharff Bernhardt. He was graduated from Mishicot High School and 
from Manitowoc County Teachers Training School in 1919 after which he taught for 
a number of years at rural schools in the county, including School Section, 
Jefferson, Pleasant View and Rangeline, until he became ill. He never married.
Surviving are three brothers, the Revs. H.A. Bernhardt of Lark, Wis., O.J. Bernhardt 
of Hutchinson, Kan., and William of Mishicot and 18 nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 3 p.m. Monday until 11 
a.m. Tuesday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie 
in state until the time of service.
Two Rivers Reporter, March 16, 1963 P. M-9


ESTHER E. BERNHARDT

Mrs. Otto Bernhardt, 66, of El Dorado, Kan., the wife of a retired 
United Methodist Church minister and former Mishicot resident, died 
Saturday at a hospital in El Dorado. She had been in ill health the 
past year. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the United Methodist 
Church in Mishicot, the Rev. D. A. Zindars officiating. Burial will 
be in the Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mrs. Bernhardt, the former Esther Passow, was born April 23, 1902, at 
Alma, Wis., in Buffalo County. She was married to the Rev. Otto J. 
Bernhardt June 26, 1934, at Alma. 
Pastor Bernhardt had served a pastorate in El Dorado from 1952 to 1960. 
After his retirement in 1965, the couple moved back to El Dorado.
Besides her husband, she leaves two sons, a daughter, three brothers, 
a sister, and six grandchildren (names omitted for privacy). 
Friends may call after 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Lambert Funeral Home, 
Mishicot. The body will be taken to the church at noon Thursday and 
will lie in state until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, August 27, 1968  P. 9 


LOUISE BERNHARDT

Funeral of Mrs. Bernhardt Today
The funeral of Mrs. William Bernhardt, who died Tuesday at the family 
home in the town of Gibson, was held this afternoon at 2 o'clock from 
the Evangelical church, the Rev. Siewert officiating and burial was 
made at Mishicot.
Born at Luxemburg January 11, 1898, Mrs. Bernhardt, who was Louise 
Fisher before her marriage, would have been twenty-eight at her next 
birthday. She was married in June 1922 and took up her home on the 
farm in the town of Gibson at that time. Her death was due to an attack 
of pneumonia. Surviving her are the husband and one child, a two weeks 
old son; her father, one brother, Herman Fisher of Luxemburg and six 
sisters.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, December 26, 1925 P.5


MARY BERNHARDT

Mrs. Otto Bernhardt, 82 of route 1, Mishicot, lifelong resident of the county, 
died early today at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. She had been an invalid 
for three years. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm Saturday at the Zion 
Evangelical and United Brethren Church, Mishicot, the Rev. Robert Boettcher 
officiating. Burial will be in the Mishicot Cemetery.
She was born Mary Scharff in Newton in 1867and in 1884 was married to Mr. 
Bernhardt. They located on a farm in the Town of Mishicot. Her husband died 33 
years ago and she continued to reside on the homestead until eight years ago 
when she went to live with two sons, Oscar and William in Gibson. She was a 
member of the Zion church and the Women's Society of World Service.
Survivors are six sons, Fred of route 5, Manitowoc, Emil of route 2, Manitowoc, 
Oscar and William of Gibson, the Rev. Hugo of Lark, Wis., and the Rev. Otto of 
Houston, Texas; 19 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
A son, Herbert was killed in a tractor accident in April, 1948. Friends may call 
at the Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot after 9 am Thursday. The casket will be 
moved to the church at 10 am Saturday to lie in state until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Nov. 30, 1949 page 24


MINNIE BERNHARDT

Mrs. Oscar Bernhardt, 73, of Mishicot, died Tuesday night at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital after a lingering illness. Mrs. Bernhardt, nee Wilhelmina 
(Minnie) Fischer, was born June 7, 1893 in the Town of Luxemburg, Kewaunee 
County, daughter of the late Herman and Rosalina Nohr Fischer. She was married 
in 1920 to Oscar Bernhardt after which they farmed with her brother-in-law and 
sister, Mr. and Mrs. William Bernhardt, in the Town of Gibson, where Mr. 
Bernhardt died in 1953. She moved to Mishicot with the Bernhardts in 1960 
where she was an active member of Zion Church and its Women's Society of World 
Service. She was a Sunday School teacher for a number of years.
Surviving are three other sisters, Mrs. Helmuth Hussong of Lark, Mrs. Kenneth 
Tegen of Kewaunee and Mrs. Earl Prust of Greenleaf; a brother, Herman Fischer 
of Luxemburg. A sister preceded her in death. 
Funeral services will be at 2 pm Friday at Zion Evangelical United Brethren 
Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Lorenz Kern officiating and burial will be in 
Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Denmark Press, Thursday, Dec. 8, 1966 page 4


OSCAR BERNHARDT

In failing health for more than a year, Oscar Bernhardt, 63, town 
of Gibson farmer, who with his brother William operated the Bernhardt 
Brothers Farm, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital early Friday, 
where he had been a patient for a month. 
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Zion Evangelical 
United Brethren Church, Mishicot, the Rev. B. A. Zimdars officiating. 
Interment will be in the Mishicot Public Cemetery. 
Oscar Bernhardt was born in the town of Mishicot in 1889, a son of the 
late Otto and Mary Sharff Bernhardt. In 1920, he married Miss Minnie 
Fischer at Luxemburg and after their marriage, they moved to their farm 
in the town of Gibson.  
For many years, Mr. Bernhardt was a member of the board of stewards of 
the Zion Church at Mishicot and for three years up to a year ago, he 
was a member of the Mishicot Public Cemetery Association. 
Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter (private), three sons (private), 
five brothers, Fred of Rt. 5, Manitowoc, Emil of Manitowoc, the Rev.
Hugo of Greenleaf, William of the town of Gibson, and the Rev. Otto
Bernhardt of El Dorado, Kansas. A brother, Herbert Bernhardt, preceded 
him in death several years ago. There are three grandchildren. 
Friends may call at Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 7 p.m. Friday 
until 11:15 a.m. Sunday when the casket will be taken to the church 
where it will lie in state until the hour of services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, February 27, 1953 P 2


OTTO BERNHARDT  (d. 1916)

SIX SONS ARE PALLBEARERS FOR FATHER
Otto Bernhardt, Mishicot, dies Suddenly From Heart Attack
Six sons of the deceased officiated as pall bearers at the funeral 
of the late Otto Bernhardt, a well known Mishicott man whose death 
occurred suddenly from heart failure. He had been in robust health 
and his death was a great shock in the community. Mr. Bernhardt 
was 56 years of age and was native of Mishicott, having been born 
in that town Oct. 18, 1859.
He is survived by his widow and seven sons, one brother and a sister.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, January 21, 1916 P.1
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Sudden death called Otto Bernhardt of Mishicot at his home last week Friday. Mr. 
Bernhardt had long been in robust health and his death came as a great shock to 
the community.  Otto Bernhardt was born Oct. 18, 1859 in the Town of Mishicot. 
The cause of his death was heart failure. On Nov. 20, 1884 he was married to Mary 
Scharf. the union was blessed with nine children, two of whom preceded him in 
death. Mr.  Bernhardt was a member of the Evangelical Church at Mishicot. He was 
a devout Christian, kind husband and loving father. He leaves to mourn his death 
a sorrowing wife, seven sons, one brother, a sister and many other relatives and 
friends.  The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon from the Evangelical Church at 
Mishicot, Rev. Weihing officiating. The remains of Mr. Bernhardt were carried to 
their last resting place by six of his sons.
The Reporter, Fri., Jan. 21, 1916 
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Notes from Mishicot:
Otto Bernhardt Sr., a resident of this town all his life, passed away Friday 
evening. His death was sudden and unexpected. Mr. Bernhardt was in good health 
and did his usual work that day. While sitting in his chair at his home, he 
became ill and died a few minutes later, the cause being heart failure. Mr. 
Bernhardt was a progressive farmer, a prominent officer of the Mutual Farmer's 
Fire Insurance Company and a devoted member of the Evangelical church. He is 
survived by his widow and seven sons. Funeral services were held from the 
Evangelical Church Tuesday of last week.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Jan. 27, 1916
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(No. 21. 1st publication Mar. 20, '16.)
Notice to Prove Will and Notice to Creditors.
STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY COURT OF MANITOWOC COUNTY, IN PROBATE.
In re estate of Otto Bernhardt, deceased.
Notice is hereby given, That at the Special term of said court to 
be held on the second Tuesday (being the 11th day) of April, A.D., 
1916, at the court house in the city of Manitowoc, county of 
Manitowoc, and State of Wisconsin, there will be heard and considered 
the application of Fred J. Bernhardt and Emil Bernhardt to admit to 
probate the last will and testament of Otto Bernhardt, late of the 
town of Mishicott, in said county, deceased, and for the appointment 
of executors;
Notice is hereby further given, That at the Special term of said court 
to be held at said court house, on the fourth Tuesday, (being the 25th 
day) of July, A.D., 1916, there will be heard, considered and adjusted, 
all claims against said Otto Bernhardt, 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 an dstate (sic), on or before 
the 22nd day of July, A.D., 1916, or be barred.
Dated March 18, 1916.
By the Court, John Chloupek, County Judge.
Nash & Nash, attorneys.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, March 20, 1916 P.4


OTTO J. BERNHARDT    (d. 1987)

Rev. Otto J. Bernhardt, 90, of Eldorado, Kansas, died Wednesday, February 25, 
1987. He was born December 14, 1896 at Mishicot, Wisconsin, son of the late 
Otto and Mary Scharff Bernhardt. After graduation from Evangelical Theological 
Seminary in 1927 he served a number of E.U.B. pastorats in Wisconsin as well 
Florida, Texas and Kansas, where he retired in 1974.
He was married to Esther Passow in Alma, Wisconsin on June 26, 1934. She preceded 
him in death on August 24, 1968. He then married Thekla Kuglin in Holton, Kansas 
on March 1, 1974. She survives him along with his children, Paul from McMinnville, 
Tennessee, Ruth Wood of Portales, New Mexico and David of Salt Lake City, Utah. 
Also surviving are 10 grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death 
by six brothers, Fred, Emil, Oscar, William, Rev. Hugo and Herbert.
Funeral services were conducted in Eldorado, Kansas on March 1, 1987. A service 
will be held at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Manitowoc, Wisconsin at 11 am 
March 4, 1987. Rev. Glen Siferd will officiate with interment to follow at the 
Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., March 2, 1987 page 14


WILLIAM BERNHARDT

William Bernhardt, 87, of Mishicot, died Wednesday evening, February 4, at 
Shady Lane Home, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Zion United Methodist Church, 
Mishicot. The Rev. Bernard Setterlund will officiate and burial will be in 
Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mr. Bernhardt was born Nov. 28, 1893, in the Town of Mishicot, son of the late 
Otto and Mary Scharff Bernhardt. He married Louise Fischer June, 1922. She 
preceded him in death in 1925. In 1928 he married Anna Fischer. She preceded 
him in death in 1973. Mr. Bernhardt had farmed in the Town of Gibson until 1960, 
when he moved to the village. He was a member of Zion United Methodist Church 
and a trustee of the church 39 years. He had been treasurer of the former Jambo 
Creek School for 21 years.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Roland and Dorothy Bernhardt 
of Route 1, Mishicot, and Ronald and Kay Bernhardt of Manitowoc; a brother, 
Otto Bernhardt of Kansas, eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. 
An infant son and five brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and 
at the church from noon Saturday until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, February 5, 1981 p.3
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Funeral services for William Bernhardt, 87, of Mishicot, who died Wednesday, 
will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Zion United Methodist Church, Mishicot. The 
Rev. Bernard Setterlund will officiate and burial will be in Mishicot Public 
Cemetery.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Earl and Dorothy Bernhardt of 
Route 1, Mishicot, and Ronald and Kay Bernhardt of Manitowoc; a brother, Otto 
of Kansas; eight granchildren and eight grandchildren (sic). Earl Bernhardt 
was incorrectly idenified in Thursday obituary.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, from 5 o'clock to 9 o'clock 
this Friday evening and at the church from noon Saturday until the time of 
service.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, February 1981
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(b. 28 Nov. 1893/d. Feb. 1981/SSDI)


CAROLINE D. BEYER

MRS. HANS BEYER, MISHICOT PIONEER, DIES AT AGE OF 90. 
Mrs. Caroline Beyer, widow of Hans Beyer, died at the family home 
at Mishicot yesterday at the advanced age of 90 years, her demise 
being due to infirmities incident to old age. The funeral will be 
held tomorrow, Saturday afternoon from the home and burial will 
be at the village cemetery. 
Mrs. Beyer, who was Caroline Runge before her marriage, is one of 
the best known residents of the county and is the mother of Ira 
Beyer of Mishicot. Her husband died about 25 years ago and for many 
years, she has made her home with her daughter, Miss Emma Beyer. 
Besides these two children, one sister, Mrs. August Rohde, also of 
Mishicot, survives her. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, July 15, 1927. 
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The many friends of Mrs. Hans Beyer will be saddened to learn of her passing 
on Thursday, July 14th at her home in the Town of Mishicot. Mrs. Beyer was 
born May 4, 1838 at Schlieswig-Holstein, Germany and in 1847 at the age of 9 
came to this country with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jno Runge who located 
within a mile of what is now the village of Mishicot, enduring with them the 
hardships of Wisconsin pioneer life. Here she grew into fine young womanhood 
and in 1859 at the age of 21 was married to Hans Beyer who later became one 
of the most prominent farmers in the country. Two children were born to the 
couple - a son, Ira and a daughter, Emma. Life seemed complete. Their home 
was one of the most beautiful spots in the countryside and friends were many.
In 1890 the sudden death of her husband  was a great shock to Mrs. Beyer. While 
her sturdy, hopeful spirit and optimistic outlook on life and the companionship of 
her devoted daughter, Emma, she resumed her useful, beautiful life, loved  and 
surrounded by many friends, unti at the age of 89 she answered the final call.  
Surviving her are her daughter and son residing at Mishicot, a sister, Mrs. August 
Rhode, also of Mishicot,  three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. 
Burial took place Saturday at two o'clock at the Mishicot cemetery.
Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle - July 21, 1927


EMMA BEYER

Miss Emma Beyer, 88, a lifelong resident of Mishicot, died late Monday afternoon 
at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient since March 21.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m Friday at the Zion Evangelical United 
Brethren Church, Mishicot, the Rev. B.A. Zimdars officiating. Interment will be 
in the Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Miss Beyer was born in the village of Mishicot July 15, 1868, a daughter of the 
late Hans and Caroline Runge Beyer.
The only survivors are a number of nieces and grandnieces and grand-nephews.
Friends may call at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
2 p.m. Thursday until 10:30 a.m. Friday when the casket will be taken to the 
church where the body will lie in state until the time of service.
Apr. 29th, 1957 (hand written date)
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E. Beyer Funeral Held at Mishicot
A lifelong resident of Mishicot, Miss Emma Beyer was buried at the Mishicot Public 
Cemetery Friday, following services at the Zion Evangelical United Brethren Church, 
Mishicot, conducted by the Rev. B.A. Zimdars.
She passed away at the Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Monday. Pallbearers were Miles, 
Louis and Donald Heyroth, John and Earl Weber and Oliver Barrett.
Denmark Press, Thurs., May 16, 1957 page 7
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(Note: All that's there is a footstone, apparently no headstone)


HANS BEYER    (d. 1890)

Mishicott news:
Mr. Hans Beyer is putting up a large new building on his farm. It is a frame 
building, ninty-two (sic) feet long and forty feet wide. It will be used as a 
cheese factory.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, October 10, 1882 P. 4
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Hans Boyer(sic) of Mishicott died quite suddenly of heart disease on 
Saturday last. He was born in the island of Poil, Mecklenburg in 
1828 and came to this country in 1851 settling at Mishicott. He 
was married in 1858, and leaves two children a son, and daughter. 
Mr. Boyer was a very successful farmer, a thoroughly honest man 
and a good citizen. He was always ready to give counsel and 
assistance to less prosperous farmers, who relied largely upon his 
judgment. His funeral took place on Monday and was attended by 
persons from all parts of the county.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, July 17, 1890 P. 3
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(1880 Mishicot census:
Hans Byer age 51; wife Carolina 41; Ira 20; Emma 11)
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(1880 Mishicot census:
Hans Byer age 51, farmer; wife Carolina age 41; Ira age 20; Emma age 11)


HANS BEYER    (d. 1950)

Hans Beyer, 54, former member of the county board from the town of 
Mishicot, died Thursday from a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the St. Peter 
Lutheran Church in Mishicot of which he was a member. The Rev. Edward 
Zell will officiate and burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery.  
Mr. Beyer was born in the town of Mishicot in 1896, son of the late 
Ira Beyer and Mrs. Beyer. He was educated in the grades and Mishicot 
High School and also attended the Manitowoc Business College. In 1919, 
he married Miss Rose Sengbusch. They located on the Beyer homestead 
farm. He also engaged in the cement block business, retiring two years 
ago. He served his town on the county board in 1942 and 1943. He was a 
member of the Mishicot board of education and the Mishicot Lions Club.  
Survivors are his wife; a daughter, Mrs. Oliver Barnett of Mishicot; 
two sisters, Mrs. Louis Heyroth of Green Bay and Mrs. Ralph Weber of 
Route 1, Two Rivers; mother, Mrs. Ira Beyer, of Green Bay.
Friends may call at the Specht Funeral Home in Mishicot. The casket 
will be moved to the church at 10 a.m. Saturday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, October 5, 1950
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From the Files of the Pilot - Fifty Years Ago - (1869)
On Saturday evening of last week occurred the marriage of Hans Beyer 
and Miss Rose Sengbush. The young couple will settle down on the 
Beyer farm near Mishicott.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 11, 1919


IRA BEYER

IRA BEYER DIES AT MISHICOT THIS MORNING
Pioneer Banker, Jury Commissioner and Manufacturer Passes Away at Home
Ira Beyer, 68, one of the pioneer residents of Manitowoc county, former 
member of the county board, and who was also a member of the board of 
jury commissioners of Manitowoc county, since it was first appointed 
here by Judge Gil?on, passed away at ???? o'clock this morning, at the 
family home at Mishicot.
The deceased underwent an operation at the hospital here about eight 
weeks ago, and was later removed to his home, where he failed rapidly 
and passed away early today.
The deceased built and operated the electric light plant in the village 
of Mishicot, which he continued to manage until he disposed of it to 
the Wisconsin Public Service company. He was a member of the village 
school board at Mishicot and also served as a member of the county board 
of supervisors, representing the village of Mishicot.
The deceased has been one of the prominent residents of Mishicot for years, 
and was president of the State Bank of Mishicot, was proprietor of a cement 
works, and of the electric light plant, and a contractor of bridges. He was 
born on the old Beyer homestead farm in the town of Mishicot, was educated 
in the district schools of the town and has always made his home in Mishicot.
He established a cement works at Mishicot, in 1905 manufacturing cement 
blocks and also engaged extensively in the construction of concrete bridges. 
He was one of the organizers of the State Bank of Mishicot, was elected its 
first president, which he held until he retired a few years ago.
On January 3, 1887 Mr. Beyer married Rose Nocker, who survives him together 
with two daughters, Mrs. Louis Reyroth and Eunice, one son Hans, and a sister, 
Miss Emma Beyer.
The deceased was a member of the Masonic order, which order will have charge 
of the funeral. Burial will take place Wednesday afternoon, at two o'clock, 
from the Beyer home in the village in charge of Masonic Blue Lodge No. 200 
of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, December 5, 1927 P.13


ROSE E. BEYER    (d. 1951)

Mrs. Rose Beyer, 83, widow of Ira Beyer, prominent Mishicot farmer and banker, 
died Wednesday at the home of her son in law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Louis 
Heyroth, of Green Bay with whom she had made her home the past five and a half 
years.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Specht funeral home, 
Mishicot. The Rev. B.A. Zimders will officiate and burial will be in the 
Mishicot cemetery.
She was born Rose Nocker in the town of Mishicot in 1867 and in 1887 was married 
to Mr. Beyer. They located on the homestead farm. Mr. Beyer was the first 
president of the Mishicot State bank and also served as town chairman for a number 
of years. He died in 1927.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Heyroth of Green Bay and Mrs. Ralph Weber of 
Two Creeks; a sister, Mrs. Mary Quistorf of Mishicot; 11 grandchildren and five 
great grandchildren. A son, Hans, died in October.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 28, 1950
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Mishicot - Funeral services for Mrs. Rose Beyer, 83, were held 
Saturday at the Specht Funeral Home. The Rev. B. A. Zimdars 
officiated. Burial was at the Mishicot Public Cemetery. Her six 
grandsons acted as pallbearers (names private). 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, January 5, 1951 


ROSE BEYER    (d. 1982)

Mrs. Rose M. Beyer, 82, who resided with a daughter and son-in-law, Patricia 
and Oliver Barrett of 821 Green St., Manitowoc, died Sunday evening, January 
31, at Holy Family Extended Care Facility. 
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate and burial will be in Mishicot Public 
Cemetery.
Mrs. Beyer, nee Rose M. Sengbusch, was born Oct. 18, 1899, at Manitowoc, daughter 
of the late Herman and Emma Miller Sengbusch. She attended Manitowoc Lutheran 
Schools and was graduated from the old Southside High School. She was married to 
Hans Beyer Sept. 6, 1919. The couple owned and operated a farm on Route 1, Mishicot. 
He preceded her in death Oct. 7, 1950. She moved to Manitowoc to reside in 1956, 
residing her since. She had been a clerk in various Manitowoc and Two Rivers 
retail stores and was a member of Senior Citizens, First German Evangelical 
Lutheran Church and Ladies Aid Society of the church.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Oliver Barrett of 
Manitowoc; two grandsons, David Barrett of Two Rivers and Richard and Susan 
Barrett of Utica, N.Y.; a sister, Mrs. Lillian Peterik and a sister-in-law, Mr. 
Alva Heyroth of Manitowoc; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph 
Weber of Two Rivers and a brother-in-law, Tom Aleckson of Manitowoc. A sister, 
Mrs. Mildred Aleckson preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday 
until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 1, 1982  P. 3
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(18 Oct. 1899/Jan. 1982/SSDI)
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From the Files of the Pilot - Fifty Years Ago - (1869)
On Saturday evening of last week occurred the marriage of Hans Beyer 
and Miss Rose Sengbush. The young couple will settle down on the 
Beyer farm near Mishicott.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 11, 1919


MARGARET BIRKHOLZ

Mrs. Margaret Birkholz, 73, of the village of Mishicot, died Thursday 
at home. 
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Lambert Funeral Home, 
Mishicot. The Reverend Herbert H. Kesting will officiate with burial 
in Mishicot Public Cemetery. 
Mrs. Birkholz was born January 30, 1902, in Germany. She was married 
to Erich Birkholz of Germany. She came to Mishicot in 1956. 
Survivors include two sons, three daughters (private), a brother and 
sister of Germany, 20 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 5 o'clock this Friday evening 
and Saturday until the hour of service.  
Herald Times Reporter, Friday, June 20, 1975 p.3  


ARTHUR BLANK

Arthur Blank, 81, of Park Lane, Mishicot, died Monday morning, Dec. 20, at Hamilton 
Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Herbert Kesting will officiate and burial will be in 
Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mr. Blank was born Feb. 4, 1901, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late William 
and Ida Guse Blank. He married Gertrude Schmidt, Nov. 24, 1923, at St. Peter 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mishicot. The couple farmed the home farm in the Town 
of Gibson until moving to the Village of Mishicot in 1961. Mr. Blank was employed 
at Manitowoc Engineering until his retirement.
Survivors include his wife, Gertrude; two sons and daughters-in-law, Sidney and 
Hazel Blank of Manitowoc, and Richard and Barbara Blank of Cedarburg; a daughter, 
Mrs. Harold (Carol) Elfner of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Edna Beeck of Mishicot, 
and Mrs. Joseph (Mabel) Rank of Maribel; nine grandchildren and 11 great grand-
children. He was preceded in death by two sisters.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 4 p.m. Tuesday, and at 
the church Wednesday from noon until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, December 20, 1982 P. 3
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(4 Feb 1901/Dec 1982/SSDI)


GERTRUDE BLANK

Mrs. Gertrude Blank, 85, of 416 Park Lane, Mishicot, died early Wednesday morning, 
May 24, 1989 at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday 
at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran church, Mishicot. Rev. David Waege will officiate 
and burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mrs. Blank was born December 26, 1903 at Mishicot, daughter of the late Otto and 
Lena Blum Schmidt. She married Arthur Blank, November 24, 1923 at St. Peter Lutheran 
Church, Mishicot. Mrs. Blank farmed in the town of Gibson with her husband until 
moving to the village in 1961. Her husband preceded her in death December 20, 1982.
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Sidney and Hazel Blank of Manitowoc, 
Richard and Barbara Blank of Cedarburg; a daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Harold 
Elfner of Manitowoc; a brother, Ralph Schmidt of Mishicot; 9 grandchildren and 13 
great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother and a sister.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 4 pm Friday and Saturday 
at the church from 10 am until the time of services. Memorials may be made to St. 
Peter church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., May 25, 1989 page B10
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(26 Dec 1903/24 May 1989/SSDI)


IDA W. BLANK

Mrs. William Blank, 67, died at 6:30 p.m. Sunday at her home in Mishicot 
following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from St. Peter's Lutheran 
church in Mishicot with the Rev. Edward Zell officiating. Interment will be 
made in the Mishicot cemetery.
Mrs. Blank, nee Ida Guse, was born in the town of Gibson on May 14, 1876. 
She was married on Oct. 26, 1899, and with her husband operated a farm in 
the town of Gibson. The couple retired eight years ago and moved to Mishicot. 
Survivors are the widower; four daughters, Mrs. Peter Kotarek and Mrs. Joseph 
Rank of this city, Mrs. Carl Kiesow of Newton and Mrs. Gilbert Beeck at home; 
one son, Arthur on the homestead in the town of Gibson; one half-sister, Mrs. 
John Ording of Gibson; three half-brothers, William and Walter Guse of Gibson 
and Otto of Two Rivers; and ten grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Specht funeral home in Mishicot until 10 a.m. 
Wednesday when it will be moved to the church to lie in state until the time 
of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 16, 1943  P. 2


SIDNEY W. BLANK

Sidney W. Blank, age 68, of 1423 N. 6th St., Manitowoc, died at his 
home early Tuesday morning, May 24, 1994.
Funeral Services will be 1 p.m. Thursday, May 26, 1994, at Bethany 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. Officiating will be the Rev. 
Bruce McKenney and Rev. Robert Kujawski with burial in Mishicot Public 
Cemetery with military graveside rites by the Mishicot V.F.W. Post 
#7753.
Sid was born December 9, 1925, at Mishicot, son of the late Arthur and 
Gertrude Schmidt Blank. He attended Jambo Creek School and graduated 
from Mishicot High School. He served with the United States Marines 
from June 30, 1944, until discharged Aguugst 4, 1946. On October 30, 
1948, he married Hazel Schwartz, at St. Peters Evangelical Luthern 
Church, Mishicot. He was employed at Wisconsin Public Service until 
his retirement.
Survivors include his wife Hazel; three daughters and sons-in-law, Karen 
and Tom Schultz, Kay and Alan Rodewald, both of Two Rivers, Kim and Mike 
Andrastek, Manitowoc; seven grandchildren, Nicholas, Timothy and Peggy 
Schultz, Jody and Corey Rodewald, Kyle and Amber Andrastek; one sister 
and brother-in-law, Carol and Harold Elfner, Manitowoc; one brother and 
sister-in-law, Richard and Barbara Blank, Grafton; nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and close friends also survive.
Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. THIS WEDNESDAY EVENING, at the Lambert 
Funeral Home, Mishicot and Thursday at the church from 12 (noon) until 
the time of services.
Memorials to Bethany Evangelical Luthern (sic) Church or Manitowoc Lutheran 
High School would be appreciated.
Herald Times Reporter, May 25, 1994 P. A2


WILLIAM BLANK

William Blank, 88, of Mishicot, retired Town of Gibson farmer, died Tuesday 
afternoon at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Gilbert Beeck, of Mishicot.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 
Mishicot, the Rev. David Worgull officiating. Burial will be in Mishicot Public 
Cemetery.
Mr. Blank was born Dec. 7, 1874, at Manitowoc, son of the late Albert and 
Fredericka Richter Blank. When he was a child the family brought him to a farm 
in the Town of Mishicot. He married the former Ida Guse in the Town of Gibson 
Oct. 26, 1899, after which they settled in that township. In 1935, the couple 
retired to the Village of Mishicot where Mrs. Blank preceded her husband in 
death 19 years ago.
Surviving are two other daughters, Mrs. Peter Kotarek of Manitowoc and Mrs. 
Joseph Rank of Maribel; a sister, Mrs. Minnie Swejkar of Manitowoc; three half-
sisters, Mrs. Amanda Pitsch of Manitowoc, Mrs. Rose Cluphf of Sacramento, 
Calif., and Mrs. Pauline Reaugh of Albuquerque, N.M.; a half-brother, Rev. 
Robert Wilkowske of Lake Geneva, Wis., 14 grandchildren and five great 
grandchildren. Two daughters preceded her (sic) in death.
Friends may call at Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 3 p.m. Friday until 
11 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body 
will lie in state until the time of service.
Two Rivers Reporter, March 20, 1963 P. T-3


FRED J. "BUD" BLATTLER

Fred (Bud) Blatter, 62, of Village of Mishicot, died Monday in Memorial Hospital, 
Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday in St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran 
Church Mishicot. The Rev. Herbert Kesting will officiate and burial will be in 
Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mr. Blattler was born May 25, 1916, in Two Rivers son of the late John and Anna 
Mahnke Blattler. He married Murrell Gates Nov. 1, 1941, in St. Peter Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Mishicot. He owned and operated the Blattler's Market in 
Mishicot from 1938 to 1965, and had been a car salesman with the Hamachek Company 
and Pietroski Inc. of Manitowoc. He was a member of Mishicot Sportsman's Club and 
a charter member of Mishicot Lions Club.
Survivors include his wife, three sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Shirley 
of Mishicot, Norman (Buddy) and Diane of Mishicot and William and Cathy of 
Mountain View, Ark.; three sisters, Mrs. Ross (Louise) Wright of Silver Spring, 
Md., Mrs. Albert (Viola) Shimon of Whitelaw and Mrs. Marie Koeser of Two Rivers 
and four grandchildren, Linda, Cheryl, Randall and Steven. A brother and a sister 
preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 5 p.m. Wednesday and 
in the church after 11 a.m. Thursday until the time of service. The casket will 
remain closed. Memorials may be made to St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church 
memorial fund.
Herald Times Reporter, April 10, 1979 P. 3
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(25 May 1916/Apr 1979/SSDI)


MURRELL A. BLATTLER

Mrs. Fred Blattler, 65, of the Village of Mishicot, died unexpectedly Thursday 
afternoon, Feb. 3, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2:30 p.m. Sunday at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Herbert Kesting will officiate and burial will be 
in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mrs. Blattler, nee Murrell Gates, was born Jan. 23, 1918, at Port Washington, 
daughter of the late Joseph and Alice Weeks Gates. She was married to Fred 
Blattler Nov. 1, 1941, at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mishicot. They 
operated Blattler's Grocery Market until 1965. Mr. Blattler preceded her in death 
April 9, 1979. She was a member of St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Shirley Blattler 
of Manitowoc, William and Kathy Blattler of Mountain View, Ark., and Norman and 
Diane Blattler of Mishicot; a brother, Nial Gates of Two Rivers and four grand-
children, Linda, Cheryl, Randy and Steve.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday 
and at the church from noon Sunday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, February 4, 1983 P. 3
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(23 Jan 1918/Feb 1983/SSDI)


FRED BLECKMAN    (d. 1943)

Fred Bleckmann(sic), 64, lifelong resident of the town of Saxonburg, died 
Wednesday evening at the St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac, where he had 
undergone a major operation a few days ago. Mr. Bleckmann was born Feb. 5, 
1879 in Saxonburg and until two months ago resided on the homestead farm. 
Since that time he made his home with Adolph Tesarik at Stangel's Corners. 
He sold his farm and retired in September. Mr. Bleckmann never married. 
Survivors are a step-brother, Edward Hardrath of Saginaw, Mich. Funeral 
services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Specht 
Funeral Home in Mishicot and burial will be in the Mishicot Cemetery.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Nov. 26, 1943 page 2
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SUSPECT INCENDIARY IN BIG FIRE
Fred Bleckman, Mishicot Farmer is a Heavy Loser By Fire
BARN BURNED AND HOME IS UNROOFED
Incendiarism is suspected as the cause of a fire which Tuesday night destroyed 
the barns on the farm of Fred Bleckman, a town of Mishicot farmer, burned the 
roof from the house, destroyed the season's crops of grain stored in the barn, 
together with farm machinery, a team of horses and other property to the value 
of several thousand dollars, the loss from the fire being estimated at from $3500 
to $5000. The loss is partly insured in the Mishicott Farmers Mutual Insurance 
company.
Support is given the theory of incendiarism as the cause of the fire by the fact 
that Mr. Bleckman had not been in the barn where the flames originated for several 
hours previous to the discovery of the fire and by the further fact that the owner 
does not smoke and there was no chance spark from a pipe or cigar having started 
the blaze. One other possible theory is considered in connection with the fire, 
that of spontaneous combustion from grain or hay but the theory accepted by the 
owner is that someone set the fire and an investigation is being made. It is 
possible tramps may have entered the barn and have been responsible.
The fire was discovered at 10 o'clock Tuesday night by neighbors who aroused Mr. 
Bleckman who had retired for the night and aided in an effort to check the flames. 
The fire had gained so much of a start when discovered that it was impossible to 
enter the barn to release a team of horses and the animals burned to death. The 
season's crop of grain was stored in the structure with a considerable quantity of 
farm machinery, carriages and other property is a total loss, nothing having been 
saved from the barn.
The fire spread to the roof of the house and before the flames could be checked, 
the roof was completely burned off the building. Bleckman and his neighbors removed 
the household furniture and devoted their efforts to saving the house from total 
destruction when it became apparent that the barn could not be saved.
The barn was practically a new structure having been completely rebuilt and enlarged 
only recently and the loss is a serious one. Mr. Bleckman is a bachelor and makes his 
home with his mother on the farm, retired for the night and had not visited the barn 
for several hours previous to the discovery of the fire which had enveloped the entire 
structure when discovered. The belief is strong at Mishicott that the fire was of 
incendiary origin and the state fire marshal's department will investigate. The 
Bleckman farm is located one mile east of the village of Mishicot. Early report 
received said the fire had destroyed the Levenhagen dance hall, saloon and hotel 
building at Mishicot.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sept. 6, 1911


FRED BLECKMANN    (d. 1901)

Fred. Bleckmann
birth: 26 October 1818 Germany, Europe
death: 19 June 1901 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Mishicot
residence: 1901 Mishicot
spouse: Bertha
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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(From 1900 census:
Frederic Bleckmann age 81; wife Bertha age 52; son Frederic age 23)


DORIS BLUM

Pioneer of Mishicot Passes Away
Mrs. Wm. Blum, 88, pioneer of Mishicot passed away at the home of her 
daughter, Mrs. Henry Thlelbar, In the township this morning. Burial 
will be Tuesday afternoon at two from the St Peter's Lutheran church in 
Mishicot.
Mrs. Blum, nee Doris Wulf, was born in Holstein, Germany, July 21, 1843. 
At the age of 14 years she came to this country with her parents and 
settled in Mishicot.  On March 6, 1865 she was united in marriage to 
William Blum, who preceded her in death 25 years ago. She had been a 
resident of Mishicot 65 years.
Eight children were born to the couple with six surviving. There are five 
daughters, Mrs. Nick Nocker, Manitowoc; Mrs. William Redeker, Mrs. Otto 
Schmidt Mishicot; Mrs. Paul Schmidt Milwaukee and Mrs. Henry Thielbar of 
Mishicot and a son, William Blum, of Gibson.
Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, April 16, 1932


WILLIAM BLUM

Wm. Blum, an old settler at Mishicot, aged 66, died last Sunday.  The 
funeral took place last Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the
Lutheran church at Mishicot, Rev. Vater officiating.  The G.A.R. fired
the customary salute at the cemetery.  The deceased is a veteran of the 
civil war and a member of Jos. Rankin Post G.A.R., who escorted the body
to the grave.
Manitowoc County Chronicle, December 1, 1906
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The citizens of our village wer saddened Sunday morning when the solemn
tolling of the church bell announced the death of Wm. Blum, an honored
and respected citizen.  Mr. Blum has been a patient sufferer for some time,
and the last few weeks his sufferenting has been beyond human strength of
endurance.  Everything that human power could do, proved ineffectual and
death came as a relief to him.  The deceased is now 66 years of age and 
has lived here since boyhood.  He joined the army when his country needed
brave men, returning at the close of the conflict to marry and taske up the
life of a farmer, which vocation he has followed ever since.  A widow
six daughters and one son are left to feel the loss of his loving care.
His funeral took place on Wed. afternoon from the Lutheran church of
which he was a devout member.  An immense crowd of mourning friends 
followed his remains to their last resting place.
Manitowoc County Chronicle, December 1, 1906
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Wilhelm Blom(sic), an old settler of Mishicott, died Sunday of stomach 
cancer, leaving 2 daughters. The funeral was held yesterday under 
the direction of the Two Rivers G.A.R. post to which the deceased 
had belonged.
Der Nord Westen, 29 Nov. 1906
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(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 27 Nov.) 
Today we have to report the sad news that Wm. Blum, whose 
illness we recently told you about, has died. His illness 
was of a type that the doctors could not help. A few weeks 
ago he went to Green Bay for an operation, but the doctors 
there were of the opinion that an operation would be of no 
help, so after spending a few days in the hospital he returned 
home and died Sunday morning. His funeral took place Wednesday 
afternoon from the Lutheran Church. He is survived by his wife 
and 7 grown children -6 daughters and a son. The daughters are 
Mrs. H. Kempfert of Two Rivers, Mrs. H. Detjen of Algoma, Mrs. 
P. Schmidt of Milwaukee, Mrs. WM. Redeker and Mrs. O. Schmidt 
of here, as well as Miss Alvina and William, the only son, both 
who live with their mother. Mr. Blum and his family have lived 
here for many years, made many friends, and many join the family 
in its grief. He was 67.
Der Nord Westen, 06 Dec. 1906
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(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 03 Dec.) 
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kempfert went to Mishicott last Wednesday 
to attend the funeral of Wilhelm Blum. Mrs. Kempfert is the 
oldest daughter of the deceased. He served 3 years in the 
Union Army during the war…He was a member of the local G.A.R. 
post and drew a pension for his service. He leaves his widow 
and a large family, mostly daughters, in good circumstances.
Der Nord Westen, 06 Dec. 1906


ARTHUR BODWIN

BODWIN RITES HELD Thursday
Worked on boats for Years; Died Last Monday
Funeral services for Arthur Bodwin, 50, who died Monday evening in a Chicago 
hospital two days after an operation, will be held Thursday morning at 9 
o'clock from the Sacred Heart church. Burial will be made at the Catholic 
cemetery in Mishicot.
Mr. Bodwin, who was employed on boats on Lake Michigan for a number of years, 
left Manitowoc last June for Chicago, where he secured work on a lake boat. He 
left the vessel at Cleveland and started for Manitowoc when he was taken ill 
last week. He stopped off at Chicago and stayed at the home of a niece, Mrs. 
Irene Rosanko, before going to the hosptial.
Mr. Bodwin was born Sept. 8, 1885(sic) in the town of Gibson. He married Miss 
Mary Grimm in September, 1912.
Survivors include his wife, three daughters, Grace, Leona and Elinor; four sons, 
Ralph, Everett, Leonard and Donald; three brothers, Richard and Walter of 
Manitowoc and Peter of West Allis; and two sisters, Mrs. James Cahill, Manitowoc, 
and Mrs. Henry Hobbins, Milwaukee.
The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home until the 
time of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, December 11, 1935 P.11
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Mishicot:
Miss Mary Grimm of Two Creeks and Mr. Arthur Bodwin of Mishicot were united in 
marriage at the Catholic Church at Two Rivers Tuesday. Mr. Bodwin is a well known 
Mishicot man and has been employed at the Schroeder farm at Two Creeks.
The Reporter, Sat., Sept. 28, 1912


BERNICE B. BODWIN

Bernice B. Bodwin, age 80, of 323 S. Rockway St., Mishicot, died Wednesday, 
May 21, 2003 at St. Luke's Hospital in Milwaukee. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 27, 2003 
at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, with the Rev. John C. Neuser 
officiating, with burial to follow in the Holy Cross Parish Cemetery. 
Bernice was born Oct. 10, 1922 in the town of Gibson, to the late Paschal 
and Libby Kronforst Brouchoud and has been a lifelong area resident. She was 
a graduate of the Mishicot High School. Bernice married Leonard Bodwin on 
Sept. 26, 1942 in Alma, Wis. She formerly worked for Paragon Electric. She was 
a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, and was also a member of 
the Altar Society of the church. She belonged to the Mishicot Senior Citizens 
and the After Sunset Homemakers Club. She was also a member of the Ladies 
Auxiliary of the VFW Kempen-Staudinger-Terens Post #7753. Survivors include 
her husband: Leonard; two daughters and sons-in-law: Mary Lee and Randy Zigmund, 
North Carolina; Margaret and Jerry Powers, Lomira; two sons and one daughter-in-
law: Gene Bodwin and his fiancee, Denise Stengel, both of Cedarburg; John and 
Jill Bodwin, Two Rivers; six grandchildren: Carolyn, Nicholas, Nathan, Brooke, 
Abby and Sadie. She is further survived by two sisters and brothers-in-law: 
Elaine Menges, Larrabee; Carol and Barney Cisler, Larrabee; and Jim Kocian, 
Two Rivers; one brother and sister-in-law: Lloyd and Joan Brouchoud, Mishicot; 
nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by two sisters: Marie Kocian 
and Ethel Friemuth; and by a brother-in-law: Bill Menges. 
Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday at the Lambert Funeral 
Home in Mishicot. There will be a 6:30 p.m. VFW Auxiliary Memorial Service and 
a 7 p.m. parish wake service Monday night at the funeral home. Visitation will 
continue after 10 a.m. on Tuesday at Holy Cross Catholic Church, until the time 
of service at 11:30 a.m. 
A memorial fund has been established in her name. 
The Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, is assisting the Bodwin family with funeral 
arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, May 2003


EDWARD BODWIN

EDWARD BODWIN DIES AT OMAHA, NEB.
News was received here that Edward Bodwin of Kingsbridge, who has been at Omaha 
for several years, died in that city Thursday morning. The body will be brought 
here for burial. The funeral will be held from his home at Kingsbridge Monday 
morning at 10 o'clock to the Holy Cross church at Mishicot. Decedent was a son 
of Mr. and Mrs. John Bodwin of Kingsbridge. Five brothers and two sisters also 
survive him. Mrs. James Cahill of this city is a sister. He was 23 years old.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mar. 14, 1914 page 5
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The body of twenty-three year old Edwin, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Bodwin, arrived 
here Saturday and was taken to the homestead in the Town of Mishicot from where 
the burial took place this morning. Edwin died in a hospital at Omaha, Neb., 
typhoid pneumonia bringing about his demise.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mar. 16, 1914 page 3
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Notes from Mishicot
Mr. Ed Bodwin, aged 24(sic), died at Omaha, Nebraska, Thursday after a long 
illness. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bodwin of this village and has lived 
out west for years being troubled with Asthma. He was taken ill with typhoid 
pneumonia and died before his parents and relatives could reach him. His sister, 
a trained nurse, attended him. The remains were brought here Saturday and the 
funeral took place from the Catholic Church Monday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Mar. 19, 1914


EMMA BODWIN

Death on 15 Dec. in her home near Kingsbridge, of 22-yr. old Emma, 
daughter of John Bodwin, from a heart attack. She had many friends 
here who join her parents and sisters in mourning her early death. 
Many people attended the funeral Mon. from the Catholic Church with 
burial in the local cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 28 Dec. 1905
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Notes From Mishicot:
Miss Emma Bodwin died suddenly of heart failure Friday at five A.M. She was at 
Manitowoc Thursday, and came home joyful and happy that night. Next morning her 
parents heard a low moan from her. Going to her aid at once, they got there in 
time to see her pass away. Her remains were buried from the Holy Cross Catholic 
church Monday morning, Rev. Father St. Louis officiating. She was a member of 
the St. Mary's society of the church. The society attended the funeral in a body, 
marching before the hearse. We sympathize with the bereaved parents.
Swift, Of swift! the years are gliding;
Soon on earth we'll trod no more.
But we hope again to meet you
On that bright eternal shore.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 21, 1905  pg. 8
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Emma Bodwin
birth: 13 December 1882 Gibson, Wis.
death: 15 December 1905 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Mishicott, Wis.
residence: 1905 Mishicott, Wis.
father: John Bodwin
mother: Emma
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


GRACE BODWIN

Miss Grace Bodwin, 58, of Rt. 3, Two Rivers, Town of Two Creeks, died Tuesday 
at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am Friday 
at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot and at 10 am at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 
Mishicot, the Rev. Anthony Betley officiating. Burial will be in the parish 
cemetery.
Miss Bodwin was born in the Town of Two Creeks, May 14, 1912, a daughter of the 
late Arthur and Mrs. Mary Grimm Bodwin. She attended the former Twin Elders 
School in the township. A member of Holy Cross Church, she was also a member of 
its Altar Society.
Survivors, besides her mother of the Town of Two Creeks, include a sister, Mrs. 
Earl Bruemmer of Rt. 3, Two Rivers and four brothers, Ralph and Everett of Two 
Rivers, Leonard of Mishicot and Donald of Omaha, Neb. A sister preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 pm Thursday where the Rosary will 
be recited by the Altar Society at 7:30 pm and memorial services will be at 8 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., July 29, 1970 page T6


LEONARD A. BODWIN

Leonard A. Bodwin, age 86, a resident of the Laurel Grove Assisted Living 
Facility, in Manitowoc, formerly of 323 Rockway, Mishicot, entered into eternal 
rest on Monday, April 4, 2005 at the Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers. 
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 8, 2005 at 
Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, with the Rev. John Neuser officiating, 
with burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Leonard was born July 14, 1918, 
in Edgar, Wis., to the late Arthur and Mary Grimm Bodwin, and has been a lifelong 
Lakeshore area resident. He was a 1936 graduate of the Washington High School in 
Two Rivers. Leonard married the former Bernice Brouchoud on Sept. 26, 1942, in 
Alma, Wis., and she preceded him in death on May 21, 2003. He retired from the 
Mirro Aluminum Company after 23 years of service as a supervisor and foreman. 
He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, and served as a past 
church council member, and was an usher for many years. He was also a member of 
the Knights of Columbus, Mishicot-Tisch Mills Council 4807. Leonard was active 
in his community and served on the Mishicot Village Board for 24 years, was an 
honorary member of the Mishicot Volunteer Fire Department, and a past volunteer 
for the Meals-on-Wheels program. He served as past commander of the VFW Kempen-
Staudinger-Terens Post #7753, and was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign 
Wars and during World War II served in the Third Armored Cavalry in Germany. 
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law: Marylee and Randy Zigmund of 
North Carolina; Margaret and Jerry Powers of Lomira; two sons and daughters-in-
law: Gene and Denise Bodwin of Cedarburg; John and Jill Bodwin of Two Rivers; six 
grandchildren: Carolyn, Nicholas (Ginny), Nathan, Brooke, Abby and Sadie: and one 
great-granddaughter: Ella. He is further survived by his twin sister and brother-
in-law: Leona and Earl Bruemmer of Kewaunee; one brother and sister-in-law: Ralph 
and Frances Bodwin of Two Rivers; his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Lloyd 
and Joan Brouchoud of Mishicot; sister-in-law: Marge Bodwin of Brillion; Carol 
and Bernard Cisler of Two Rivers; Jim Kocian of Two Rivers; and many nieces and 
nephews. In addition to his parents and his wife, Bernice, he was also preceded 
in death by two brothers: Everett and Donald Bodwin; and a sister-in-law: Florence 
Bodwin; and by two sisters and a brother-in-law: Grace Bodwin and Eleanor and 
Stanley Kopetsky. 
Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday at the Lambert-Eckert 
Funeral Home, 344 S. State St. in Mishicot. There will be a 7 p.m. parish wake 
service Thursday evening at the funeral home. Visitation will continue after 10 
a.m. on Friday at Holy Cross Catholic Church until the time of service at 11 a.m., 
followed by military rites accorded by the VFW Kempen-Staudinger-Terens Post 
#7753. A memorial fund has been established in his name.
Herald Times Reporter, April, 2005 


MARY BODWIN

Mrs. Mary Bodwin, 93, of Route 1, Kewaunee, died Monday afternoon, June 27, at 
Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, following a short illness.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Lambert Funeral Home and 11 a.m. 
at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Richard Allen will officiate 
and burial will be in the parish cemetery.
Mrs. Bodwin was born Sept. 12, 1889, in the Town of Two Creeks, daughter of the 
late Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Grimm Sr. She was married to Arthur Bodwin Sept. 17, 
1911, at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers. He preceded her in death in 1935. 
She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and an honorary member of the 
Altar Society.
Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Ralph and Frances Bodwin of 
Two Rivers, Leonard and Bernice Bodwin of Mishicot and Donald and Marge Bodwin 
of Route 2, Reedsville; a daughter and son-in-law, Leona and Earl Bruemmer of 
Route 1, Kewaunee; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Florence Bodwin of Two Rivers; five 
brothers, Adolph and Norbert Grimm of Route 3, Two Rivers, Elmer Grimm of Route 
1, Kewaunee, and Arthur Grimm of Two Rivers, 17 grandchildren and 29 great 
grandchildren. Two daughters, Grace and Mrs. Eleanor Kopatsky, a son, Everett, 
a brother and four sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home after 4 p.m. Wednesday. A memorial 
service will be at 7:30 p.m. and the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. by the 
Altar Society.
Herald Times Reporter, June 28, 1983 P. 3
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Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Bodwin, 93, of Route 1, Kewaunee, who died Monday, 
will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Lambert Funeral Home and 11 a.m. at Holy Cross 
Cathoic Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Richard Allen will officiate and burial will 
be in the parish cemetery.
A son, Alfred Grimm of Two Rivers, was inadvertently omitted from the list of 
survivors in Tuesday's obituary.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 o'clock this Wednesday afternoon.
Herald Times Reporter, June 29, 1983 P. 3
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Mishicot:
Miss Mary Grimm of Two Creeks and Mr. Arthur Bodwin of Mishicot were united in 
marriage at the Catholic Church at Two Rivers Tuesday. Mr. Bodwin is a well known 
Mishicot man and has been employed at the Schroeder farm at Two Creeks.
The Reporter, Sat., Sept. 28, 1912


ALVIN W. BOETTCHER     (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)

Alvin W. Boettcher, age 87, a resident of the Northridge Medical and 
Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc, formerly of the town of Gibson, passed 
away Sunday evening, December 27, 1998, at the home.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, December 31, 1998, at 
St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, in the town of Gibson. Rev. William Zell 
will officiate with burial in the Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Alvin was born March 27, 1911, in Green Bay, and was raised by William and 
Ernestine Vergiels Boettcher, and has been a lifelong area resident. He was 
confirmed at First Gjerpen Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, on May 17, 1925 and 
his confirmation memory verse was Matthew 18, 20. Where two or three are 
gathered together in my name there am I in the midst of them.
Mr. Boettcher married the former Olive Worel on August 4, 1937, in Manitowoc. 
She preceded him in death on October 4, 1996. He was employed as a hand 
trucker for the Hamilton Manufacturing Company, in Two Rivers, for 32 years 
until his retirement in 1975. Alvin enjoyed gardening, dancing and singing.
Survivors include, two daughters and sons-in-law, four sons and three 
daughters-in-law; 36 grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, 40 
great-grandchildren; nine step-great-grandchildren, two great-great-
grandchildren, and six step-great-great-grandchildren; and one sister-in-law. 
Mr. Boettcher was also preceded in death by one daughter and son-in-law, 
Elaine and Vincent Posvic, Sr.; two great-great-grand-children; three 
step-sisters; three sisters-in-law; four brothers-in-law, and three 
step-brothers-in-law.
Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday, at the Lambert Funeral Home, 
Mishicot and after 10 a.m. on Thursday, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church until 
the time of services at 11 a.m.  A Memorial Fund has been established for St. 
John's Ev. Lutheran Church, town of Gibson.
Herald Times Reporter December 29, 1998


OLIVE BOETTCHER

Mrs. Olive Boettcher, age 83, of 620 Hillview Road, town of Gibson, died Friday, 
October 4, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 8, 1996, at St. John's 
Ev. Lutheran Church, town of Gibson. Rev. Maurice L. Hoppe will officiate with 
burial in the Mishicot Public Cemetery.
She was born October 1, 1913, in the town of Kossuth, daughter of the late Joseph 
and Christian (Herine) Worel. Olive had been a lifelong area resident. She married 
Alvin Boettcher on August 4, 1937. Mrs. Boettcher enjoyed gardening and raising 
flowers in her flower beds. She also loved to bake especially baking bread. She 
was a member of St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, town of Gibson.
Survivors include her husband, Alvin; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Elaine 
Posvic of the town of Gibson, whom she made her home with for the past four years, 
Lorraine and Walter Goessl, Manitowoc, Delores and Edwin Knapp, Hilbert; four sons 
and three daughters-in-law, Ernest and Karen Boettcher, town of Gibson, Edward and 
Penny Boettcher, Ohio, Alvin Boettcher Jr., Manitowoc, Gordon and Darlene Boettcher, 
town of Gibson; 36 grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; 
nine step-great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; five step-great-great-
grandchildren; one sister, Gladys Maresh, Whitelaw; one sister-in-law, Wilma Anderson, 
Two Rivers; nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by three sisters, one 
brother, one son-in-law and four brothers-in-law.
Friends may call at the Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, from 4-8 p.m. on Monday and 
after 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church until the time of funeral service.
A memorial has been established in her name for St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, town 
of Gibson.
Herald Times Reporter, October 6, 1996 P. A2


ANTON P. BOHMAN

Anthony P. Bohman, 52, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died Sunday night at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital, where he had been a patient four weeks. Funeral services 
will be at 9:15 am Wednesday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two 
Rivers and at 10 am with a solemn requiem high mass at Holy Cross Catholic 
Church, Mishicot, the Rev. Anton Betley, the celebrant, deacon and subdeacon 
respectively, will be the Revs. George Beth and Rudolph Kerch. Burial will be 
in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
Mr. Bohman was born Jan. 14, 1906 in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, son 
of the late Anton and Anna Seidl Bohman. He married the former Rose Valenta at 
St. Joseph Catholic Church, Norman January 24, 1933. For four years, the family 
lived in the Town of Carlton, moving to a farm on Rt. 1, Mishicot in 1936. Mr. 
Bohman was for years a director of the National Farm Loan Assn., a member of 
the Holy Name Society of Holy Cross parish and served for several years on the 
board of Saxonburg School. 
Besides his wife, he leaves four daughters, Mrs. Donald Tess of Mounted Route, 
Two Rivers, Mrs. Ronald Kunz of Manitowoc and the Misses Eleanore and Florence 
at home; four sons, Anthony Jr., of Rt. 1, Mishicot and Paul, Joahn and David 
at home; two sisters, Mrs. Pearly Jasmer of Misicot and Mrs. Frank Lodel of 
Manitowoc; a half-brother, Louis Albrecht of Sheboygan and five grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 pm Tuesday where the rosary will 
be recited at 8 pm.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, Dec. 8, 1958 page 17


BRIANNA BOHMAN

Baby Bohman, infant child of Brian and Naomi Bohman, of 12428 Saxonburg Road, 
town of Mishicot, died Tuesday, September 21, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial 
Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Private Graveside Funeral Services will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church 
Cemetery, Mishicot. Rev. Dan Dewane will officiate.
Survivors include parents, Brian and Naomi Bohman, town of Mishicot; two brothers, 
Nicholas and Jacob Bohman, at home; maternal grandparents, Manuel and Mercy Moreno, 
Manitowoc; paternal grandparents, Paul and Judy Bohman, Mishicot; paternal great-
grandparents, Ray and Betty Nead, Green Bay; aunts, uncles, and cousins also 
survive.
The Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot is assisting the family with arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 28, 1999 P. A2


DAVID L. BOHMAN

David Bohman, age 42, of 12428 Saxonburg Road, Mishicot, died unexpectedly 
Sunday afternoon, May 7, 1995, of an apparent heart attack.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 11, 1995 at Holy Cross 
Catholic Church, Mishicot. Rev. John Neuser will officiate at the Mass of 
Christian Burial with burial at the parish cemetery.
He was born in Mishicot, February 11, 1953, son of the late Anton and Rose 
Valenta Bohman. He graduated from Mishicot Community High School with the 
class of 1971. He married Denise Vandenbusch, July 18, 1981, at Holy Cross 
Catholic Church, Mishicot. David farmed on the home farm and also delivered 
papers for the Herald Times Reporter as a rural route driver.
Survivors include one son, Jerome Bohman, Francis Creek; one daughter, Valerie 
Bohman, Francis Creek; three brothers, Anthony (Jean) Bohman, Paul (Judy) Bohman, 
all of Mishicot, John Bohman, Two Rivers; four sisters, Mrs. Lucille (Donald) 
Tess, Two Rivers, Eleanore (James) Roberts, Peshtigo, Mary (Ronald) Kunz, 
Mishicot, Florence (Donald) Jilek, Ewen, Mich.
Friends may call at the Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, from 4-9 p.m. Wednesday 
and Thursday until leaving for the church at 10:30 a.m. There will be a prayer 
service at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday.
Herald Times Reporter, May 9, 1995 P. A2


JOHN J. BOHMAN

John J. Bohman, age 50, of 416 Park Lane, Mishicot, died Wednesday, May 1, 
2002 at his residence.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2002 
at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, with the Rev. John Neuser officiating. 
Burial will take place in the Holy Cross Church Cemetery.
John was born Sept. 9, 1951 in Manitowoc, to the late Anton and Rose Valenta 
Bohman and has been a lifelong area resident. He was a graduate of the Mishicot 
High School with the class of 1969. John was a member of Holy Cross Catholic 
Church and was a lifetime member of the Mishicot-Tisch Mills Knights of Columbus 
Council #4807. He enjoyed writing poetry and had a very special devotion to the 
Blessed Virgin Mary.
Survivors include two brothers and one sister-in-law: Anthony Bohman of Mishicot 
and his special friend, Filvia Misun, also of Mishicot; Paul and Judy Bohman of 
Mishicot; four sisters and three brothers-in-law: Lucille and Don Tess of Two Rivers; 
Eleanore and Jim Roberts of Peshtigo; Mary Kunz of Mishicot, and her special friend, 
Herman Mattfield of Kiel; Florence and Don Jilek of Ewen, Mich. John is further 
survived by man love nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews.He was also 
preceded in death by one brother: David Bohman; a brother-in-law: Ronald Kunz; 
and a sister-in-law: Jean Bohman.
Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday (TONIGHT) at the Lambert 
Funeral Home in Mishicot. There will be a parish wake service tonight at 7 p.m. 
at the funeral home. Visitation will continue after 10 a.m on Saturday at the 
funeral home. The Knights of Columbus will pray the rosary at 10:30 a.m. Saturday 
at Holy Cross Catholic Church.
Herald Times Reporter, May 3, 2002


ROSE B. BOHMAN

Rose Bohman, age 82, formerly of Rt. 2, Mishicot, died late Sunday evening, 
August 1, 1993, at Hamilton Memorial Home.
Funeral Services will be 10 a.m. Thursday, at the Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 
and 10:30 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. The Rev. John Neuser will 
officiate with burial in the parish cemetery.
She was born February 3, 1911, in the Town of Franklin, Kewaunee County, daughter 
of the late John and Rosella Rous Valenta. She married Anton Bohman in January 24, 
1933. She farmed with her husband in the town of Mishicot. He preceded her in death 
December 7, 1958.
Survivors include four sons, Anthony and Jean Bohman, Paul and Judy Bohman, David 
Bohman, all of Mishicot, John Bohman, Two Rivers; four daughters, Lucille and Donald 
Tess, Two Rivers, Eleanore and James Roberts, Peshtigo, Mary and Ronald Kunz, 
Mishicot, Florence and Donald Jilek, Ewen, Mich.; two sisters, Emily Steinberger, 
Clara Duckard, both of Denmark; 38 grandchildren; 48 great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by three sisters.
Friends may call at the Lambert Funeral Home, from 4-9 p.m. on Wednesday, with a 
prayer service at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, August 2, 1993 P. A2


ALBERT F. A. BOHRINGER

Death of Albert Friedrich Behringer(sic) "last week", only son of Rudolph
Behringer, miller of Tischmill in Tischville. Burial was last Sat. 
in Mishicott.
Der Nord Westen, 19 Aug. 1880


RAYMOND A. BONFIGT

Raymond Bonfigt, 40, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, died early Friday morning at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he had been a patient eight weeks.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, the Rev. 
John K. Mueller officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Mishicot.
Mr. Bonfigt was born at Mishicot Dec. 28, 1919, son of Frank and Elizabeth 
Besdik Bonfigt. He married Dorthy (sic) Hall July 26, 1941, at St. Luke 
Catholic Church. He was a farmer. 
Surviving are his wife; parents of Denmark; grandmother, Mrs. George Bonfigt 
of Two Rivers, three sons, two sisters, and four brothers (names of survivors 
omitted for privacy). 
Friends may call after 2 p.m. Monday at the funeral home where the Rosary 
will be recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, August 12, 1960  P. 13
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(Note: Birth year in obit doesn't match tombstone)


BARBARA BOUDA

Mrs. Barbara Bouda, 56, Memorial Drive, a native of Franklin, Manitowoc 
County, died at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, 
where she had been a patient since Sunday.  She had been in failing 
health the past year.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 Saturday from the Specht Funeral 
Home, Mishicot, and at 10 am at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot, 
the Rev. George M. Beth officiating. Interment will be in Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Mishicot.
Mrs. Bouda, nee Barbara Polifka, was born in Franklin in 1897, a 
daughter of the late John and Maggie Stedle Polifka.  In 1929 she was 
married at Manitowoc to Frank Bouda of the town of Kossuth, who 
preceded her in death four years ago. After residing on the home farm 
in the town of Kossuth since her marriage she disposed of the farm and 
made her residence on Memorial Drive two years after her husband's 
death.
Mrs. Bouda leaves two daughters, a son, two sisters, Mrs. Albert Hodick 
of Westboro, Wis., and Mrs. Frank Berger of Whitelaw, and a brother, 
Matt Polifka of Clarks Mills.  There are three grandchildren.
(Survivors edited for privacy)
Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 p.m. Thursday until the time 
of services.  The rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 8 p.m. 
Friday.


FRANK J. BOUDA

Frank J. Bouda, 63 year old farmer, died Monday afternoon while at work 
in the fields of his town of Gibson farm.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Specht Funeral 
Home, Mishicot, with the Rev. George Beth officiating. Burial will be in 
Holy Cross church cemetery in Mishicot.
Mr. Bouda, a farmer all his life, was born in 1885 in the town of Gibson. 
He married Barbara Polifka in 1929.
Survivors are his wife; one daughter, Evelyn at home; two step children, 
Mrs. Orville Schultz of Two Rivers and Pvt. Lloyd Lakosky, with the U.S. 
army in Japan; three sisters, Mrs. Joseph Chailek of Manitowoc; Mrs. Peter 
Mitek of Cooperstown; and Mrs. Charles Remesh of Larrabee; and one brother, 
John of the town of Gibson.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 7 p.m. tonight until the 
time of services. The rosary will be recited there at 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wis., Tuesday, October 19, 1948 pg. 2


JOHN P. BOUDA

John P. Bouda, 84, of 1111 Nagle Ave., Manitowoc, died Friday evening at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he was hospitalized for five weeks.  
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. E.A. Radey will 
officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
Mr. Bouda was born May, 1880, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Andrew and 
Catherine Chalupka (sic) Bouda.  He married Mary Wanek at Kellnersville Nov. 11, 1902, 
and the couple marked its 60th wedding anniversary in 1962. After its marriage the 
couple lived at Fisherville where it owned and operated a farm until moving to 
Manitowoc in 1949. He was also a blacksmith at Kingsbridge before his retirement.  
He served on the school board in the township. He was a 50-year member of the 
Modern Woodmen of America.
Surviving are his wife; a daughter, two sisters, Mrs. Mary Witak of Cooperstown 
and Mrs. Lillian Ramesh of Manitowoc; a grandson, and three great grandchildren.  
A daughter, brother and sister preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where the Rosary will be 
recited at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, 15 August 1964
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(John married Mary Wanek, daughter of John and Anna (Swetlik) Wanek
John was born 07 May 1880 and died 14 Aug 1964)
(07 May 1880/Aug 1964/SSDI)


KATERINA BOUDA

Notes From Fischerville:
Mrs. Katheryn Bouda(sic), widow of the late Andrew Bouda, died at 
her home here last Wednesday morning, at the age of 66 years, after 
a lingering illness. Her death was due to heart trouble and other 
complications. She was married here and her husband preceded her in 
death some fifteen years ago. Mrs. Bouda was a kind and beloved 
mother, and was highly respected by all who knew her. She is survived 
by two sons, John of this locality and Frank on the home farm, and 
also three daughters are left to mourn her death. They are, Mrs. Chas. 
Ramash and Mrs. Peter Vitek of Cooperstown, and Mrs. Cadek of Manitowoc. 
The funeral services were held Friday at 10 o'clock from the Catholic 
church at Mishicot with interment in the adjoining cemetery.
Rev. Belle performed the last rites, and certainly her many acquaintances 
will deplore her death and will extend their heartfelt sympathy to that 
circle so painfully bereaved.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, December 29, 1921 pg. 8
**********
(Katerina is Katerina Chaloupka, daughter of John and Mary (Svoboda) Chaloupka
She was born 21 Oct 1855 and died 21 Dec 1921)
(Note: Info. in parenthesis on obit pages contributed by researcher/
see contributors page)


MARY BOUDA

Mrs. Mary Bouda, 87, of 916 Madison St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning at Holy 
Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Pfeffer Funeral home 
and at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. James R. DeWitt 
will officiate and burial will be in the Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
Mrs. Bouda, nee Mary Wanek, was born March 27, 1883, at Manitowoc, daughter of the 
late John and Anna Swetlik Wanek. She was married to John P. Bouda, Nov. 11, 1902, 
at Kellnersville. The couple resided at Fisherville until 1949 when it came to 
Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death August 14, 1964.
Survivors include a daughter, a grandson, three great grandchildren and a great 
great grandson. A daughter preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday where a memorial 
service will be at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, 22 December 1970
**********
(Mary died 22 Dec 1970)


ONDREJ BOUDA

(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 12 June)
Last Wed. in Town Gibson Mr. A. Bouda, a well loved and respected farmer, was 
fatally injured while working with his neighbors who were helping farmer 
J. Trouiller erect a barn. He was crushed by a beam and died of internal injuries 
several hours later. He was 47 and leaves his wife and 6 children of whom the 
youngest is 9 yrs. His heavily attended funeral took place from the local Catholic 
Church last Sat. We hear that he was insured by the local Camp of M.W.A. for $1,000.
Der Nord Westen, 13 June 1901
*****
Mishicot:
While engaged in raising a barn on the farm of Fred Troullier last Wednesday a set 
of the timbers slipped and fell upon Andrew Bouda injuring him so severely that 
death resulted a few hours later.
Deceased was forty-six years of age and leave a wife and five children. He was a thrifty, 
had working and unassuming man and highly respected by all who knew him. He was 
a member of the Mishicot camp M.W.A. The funeral took place Friday forenoon from 
the Catholic church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, June 13, 1901 pg. 8
*****
Gibson:
A serious accident happened at J. Troiilier's raising on Wednesday, June 5. The men 
were raising some heavy timbers when suddenly they slipped and the men were 
unable to hold them. The timbers fell to the ground and in so doing struck Andrew 
Bouda across the chest crushing his lungs entirely and breaking several ribs. A 
doctor was sent for but his help was of no avail for about three hours after life 
became extinct. The most heartfelt sympathy is extended to the bereaved wife 
and children. Funeral services were held Friday at the Mishicot Catholic cemetery.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, June 13, 1901 pg. 8

(Ondrej was also known as Andrew, he was born 20 Jun 1855 died 05 Jun 1901)
*****
STATE OF WISCONSIN-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In Probate.
In the matter of the estate of Andrew Bouda,deceased.
An instrument in writing purporting to be the last will and testament of Andrew 
Bouda of the town of Gibson in said county, having been delivered into said 
court:
And Wenzel Kromforst of the town of Gibson in said county, having presented to 
said court his petition in writing duly verified, representing among other things, 
that said Andrew Bouda died testate, at the town of Gibson, in said county, on 
the 5th day of June 1901; that said instrument is the last will of said deceased 
and that Wenzel Kromforst is named therein as executor, and praying that said 
instrument be proven and admitted to probate and that letters testamentary be 
thereon issued to said Wenzel Kromforst.
It is ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs of 
said last will and testament be taken at a special term of said county court, to 
be held at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc, on Tuesday, the 6th day of 
August, 1901, 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 July 1st, 1901.
By the Court.
J.S. Anderson, County Judge.
Adolph S. Chloupek, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, July 11, 1901 P. 3


VIOLA A. BOUDA

Viola Bouda, aged 17, passed away at 1:30 Friday morning after 
suffering a heart attack during a dancing party held at her home. 
She was apparent good health and was one of the happiest and 
gayest at the party. She was stricken while dancing and died two 
hours later.
Deceased was born in the Town of Gibson April 8, 1909 and is 
survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Bouda and one sister. 
The funeral was held from Holy Cross Church on Saturday morning.
Two Rivers Reporter-Chronicle - Feb. 4, 1927  
*****
Miss Violet Bouda died suddenly at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. 
John Bouda, Thursday afternoon at 1:15 o'clock.  The deceased was born 
at Kingsbridge April -, 1910, and at the age of two years with her 
parents moved on a farm near Fisherville, where she resided at the time 
of her death.  Besides her grief stricken parents, one sister, Mrs. 
Charles Hagenow, Jr. of Manitowoc survives.  The girl was of a loving 
and cheerful disposition which won her a great number of friends.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, February 09, 1927 Page 8


ANTON BRAASCH

On Monday a telegram was received reporting the death in Florida 
of Anton Braasch, Register of Deeds in this county. In Jan. he had 
gone south for his health. On Mon. evening his body arrived here 
and was transported on Tues. to his hometown of Mishicott where he 
was buried on Wed.
Der Nord Westen, Feb. 10, 1881
*******
DEATH OF ANTON BRAASCH
Anton Braasch, Register of Deeds, died on Friday last at Jacksonville,
Florida. He was to leave for home from that place, whither he had gone
about one month ago, in the hope that change of climate would improve
his failing health. Instead of improving he grew worse and concluded to
return.
Mr. Braasch was born in Mishicott in February, 1848, so that he was 32
years old at the time of his death. He received a good common school
education, and taught school for one year in the village of Mishicott. He
held the position of town clerk and justice of the peace for many years.
He was elected Register of Deeds for Manitowoc county in the fall of 1879,
and on the succeeding January entered into the discharge of the duties of
the office. Before he had served nine months his health began to fail and it
was apparent that the dread disease, consumption, would coon claim him
as a victim. But Mr. Braasch continued to work in his office until physical
weakness forced him to discontinue labor of all kinds. In the early part of
January he left for Florida in company with his brother, Dr. Simon and
Robert Rudolph. He left having but little hope that he would return alive,
and when bidding his friends good bye said he thought it would be the final
one.
Mr. Braasch was a young man of great natural ability and made a model
officer. He was painstaking and took pride in doing his duty well. It is
seldom that a county officer is as well fitted for the position he holds as Mr.
Brasch was. He was a man of exemplary habits and his loss is mourned
by all who knew him. His body arrived here on Monday evening and was
taken to his father's home at Mishicott. His funeral took place yesterday
and was largely attended.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, February 10, 1881


EDWARD BRAASCH

On Sat. Eduard Brasch fell dead of a stroke. 
The unmarried man was buried Tuesday.
Der Nord Westen, 16 Oct. 1890 
********
Ed. Braasch of Mishicott died from a stroke of apoplexy on Saturday 
last. He was buried on Monday. He was quite well known throughout 
the northern towns of this county and was a man of much more than 
average intelligence and independence.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, October 16, 1890 P. 3


FRIEDRICH BRAASCH

Mr. Braasch of Mishicot, an old gentleman 80 years of age, died at his 
home on Thursday last.
Manitowoc Pilot, November 18, 1886 P. 3
*********
(Note: The d. year on his stone is off.)
*********
Farmer and veterinary surgeon, Section 4, P. O. Mishicott. Was born 
Nov. 4, 1806 in Holstein, Germany. Came to Mishicott in 1850, and at 
once engaged in farming; he owns 160 acres of land. When first coming 
to Mishicott, he practiced medicine, there being no physician here 
at the time. He has held the office of Postmaster, Town Supervisor 
and other offices. Married, in 1853, to Sophia Hansen, of Holstein, 
Germany. They have eight children, four sons and four daughters. 
The History of Northern Wisconsin, Vol II. Chicago: Western 
Historical Pub. Co., 1881, p. 541


SOPHIA BRAASCH

(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 04 Aug.) 
Death of 76 yr. old Mrs. Friedrich Braasch, Sr. on Thurs. evening, 
23 July, of old age. She was one of the oldest residents of this 
town and had come to America with her husband and 5 oldest children 
in 1849. Her husband died several years ago. The funeral took place 
on the following Sun. afternoon.
Der Nord Westen, 06 Aug. 1891


ANNA MARIA BREIDER

A case of small pox has broken out in the village of Manitowoc Rapids in the 
family of A. Kugler. The afflicted person is a young man about 20 years of age. 
He does not know how he contracted the disease and insists that to his knowledge 
he was never exposed to it.
The Breider girl of Mishicott is so sick with the disease that it is feared she 
will succumb to it. Her mother is also seriously sick but the two boys have it 
in light form. This family likewise claim that they have no knowledge as to how 
the disease was contracted. In the city of Two Rivers all who attended the funeral 
of the Breider child have been quarantined. But few of those who recovered from 
the disease are marked.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, January 10, 1895  pg. 3
********
A daughter of P. Brider, of the Town of Mishicott whose family are down with 
the smallpox, died last Wednesday from that disease.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Jan. 15, 1895 
********
Notes From Mishicott:
We have at present 8 cases of small pox in the town of Mishicott there having been 
ten so far, two having died out of Peter Breider's family. It is hard to tell 
whether any more will break out or not of course. We have about twenty five families 
quarantined who have been exposed and are doing our utmost to make thing pleasant.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, January 17, 1895  pg. 2
********
One of the Breider children died last week of small pox. Hoffman of Mishicott grew 
worse on Monday though he had begun to improve, and the doctor has doubts of his 
recovery.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, January 17, 1895  pg. 3
********
It is now regarded as quite certain that a tramp brought the disease to the Breider 
family, so that the town of Mishicott owes its affliction to a lazy vagabond. A tramp 
had his dinner there some time before any member of the family was taken with the 
disease. It was learned that this same tramp had been in the town of Two Rivers where 
the small pox is. The Kugler family in Manitowoc Rapids no doubt contracted the disease 
in the same way as there is absolutely nothing to the story that infected clothing was 
purchased by them.
But little is known of the prevalence of the disease in Gibson. There is small pox in 
three families there, - Charles Fee, Rudolph Reich and William Reich.
Hoffman, the Mishicott miller, had the disease in very bad shape ad it was feared that 
he would not recover. He is improving now.
Later - Philip Hoffman died last night.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, January 17, 1895  pg. 3
*********
Anne Breider
birth: 1881 Mishicott,
death: 7 January 1895 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: Peter Breider
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


AUGUST BREIDER

August Breider, 77, of 2117-31st St., Two Rivers, former Town of Mishicot 
farmer, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Wednesday afternoon where he 
had been confined several months. He had been in failing health the past 
year.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Klein & Stangel 
Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery at Mishicot.
Mr. Breider was born at Algoma on Dec. 20, 1878 (sic), son of the late Peter 
and Mary Reich Breider. When he was child  (sic) the family brought him to 
the Town of Mishicot. He operated a farm for many years just east of the 
village of Mishicot, which he sold in 1924 and came to Two Rivers to take 
employment at Plant 1 of the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co., where he was engaged 
as a millwright. Taken with illness he retired from his employment in 1944. 
In 1900 he married Eliza Baugniet at Mishicot, who died on the farm home in 
1921.
Surviving Mr. Breider are four daughters, Mrs. Beatrice Cauthen of Charleston, 
S.C., Mrs. William Karas of Sturgeon Bay, Mrs. Casimir Owsianowski of Milwaukee, 
and Mrs. Joseph Hacker of ???? Creek, Calif.; six sons, August Jr., of Fe??enden, 
M.D., Walter and Gervase of Milwaukee, Francis of Belden, Calif., Joseph of 
Eitopia, Wash., and James of Green Bay; a brother, William Breider of Two Rivers; 
27 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Saturday where the Rosary will 
be recited at 8 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, February 23, 1956 P.23
*******
Six sons served as pallbearers at funeral services for August Breider, 77, of
2117-31st St., Two Rivers, which were held at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the Klein
& Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 9 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic
Church, Two Rivers. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot. Mr. Breider
died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Wednesday.
The sons were August Jr., Walter, Gervase, Francis, Joseph and James.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, February 28, 1956


BARBARA BREIDER

(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 05 Oct.) 
Death last Wednesday evening of 88-year old Mrs. Breider in the home of her son John. 
The elderly lady, who was sick only one day, is survived by her sorrowing husband, 
as well as several children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. The funeral was 
held Saturday from the Catholic Church with a long funeral procession to the cemetery. 
Der Nord Westen, 07 Oct. 1909
*******
Death Thursday last week, after an illness of only a few hours, of Mrs. John
Breider, Sr., in the home of her son John Breider, Jr., in Eastwin. The
deceased was born 17 February 1822 in Torea, Germany. In addition to her sorrowing
husband she is survived by 3 children and several grandchildren. The funeral was held
in the Catholic cemetery in Mishicott.
Der Nord Westen, 07 Oct. 1909 


CORA BREIDER

Miss Ellizabeth Cochems, Miss Cora Breider and Miss Mable Doyle are on the sick list.
Two Rivers Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis., Friday, September 1, 1922 pg. 6
*****
The people of this vicinity attended the funeral of Mrs. Wm. Breider on Friday.
Two Rivers Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis., Friday, September 22, 1922 pg. 3


CYRIL BREIDER

Mishicot News section:
Cyril Breider, well known resident, died yesterday and funeral services will be 
held tomorrow, Thursday, at 10 o'clock from Holy Cross church.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, August 30, 1922 P. 4
********
MISHICOT:
Little Cyril Breider, aged 3 years, passed away Tuesday. The funeral was held 
from Holy Cross Church Thursday, Rev. Father Belle officiating.
The Reporter, Fri., Sept. 1, 1922
********
(Note: This is the only Cyril Breider I can find. There were none on the Mishicot 
census for 1910 and 1920. I suspect the writer of the death notice didn't know the 
age of Cyril, or the words "son of" was left out.)


EDMUND BREIDER (1889-1942)

Edmund Breider, 52, town of Mishicot farmer, died last night at the 
Holy Family hospital following a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 8:30 a.m., from the Specht 
funeral home at Mishicot and at nine o'clock from the Holy Cross church, 
the Rev. Joseph VanBogart officiating.
Mr. Breider was born at Mishicot in 1889 and in 1915 married Estella 
Rozdek. They located on the present homestead farm. Mrs. Breider died 
two years ago.
Survivors are three daughters, Madeline of this city, Mary Rose of 
Milwaukee, and Joan of Two Rivers; four sons, Edmund, Jr., and Norbert 
of Two Rivers, Harold of Mishicot, John of Whitelaw; and a grandchild.
Mr. Breider was a member of the Holy Name society, whose members will 
meet at the funeral home Tuesday night at 8 o'clock to recite the rosary.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 4, 1942 P. 2
*****
Eastwin News:
Last Wednesday morning at 8 o'clock Edmund Breider and Hattie Braun 
were married at Holy Cross Church at Mishicot, Father Bell officiating. 
After the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served at the home of the brides 
parents after which the young couple left for their new home at Sandwich, Ill., 
where the groom is employed as a machinist. May they enjoy a long and happy 
married life.
The Chronicle, Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wis., Tuesday, January 30, 1912 pg. 8


EDMUND J. BREIDER    (d. 1988)

Edmund J. Breider, 72, of 418 Park Lane, Mishicot, died unexpectedly 
September 15, 1988, at his residence.
Mr. Breider was born February 17, 1916, in the Town of Mishicot, son of the 
late Edmund and Stella Besdek Breider. He married Florence Novachek on July 4, 
1940, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. Mr. Breider was manager of Twin 
River Co-op until retiring. He was also an agent for Mutual Service Insurance 
Company.
Survivors include his wife, Florence of Two Rivers; three sons and a daughter-in-
law, Bruce and Anne Breider of Ohio, E.J. Breider of New Jersey and Jon Breider 
of Milwaukee; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Patricia Floyd of Maine, Penny 
and Jim Chefalo of Massachusetts, and Pamela and Tim Henchel of Milwaukee; three 
brothers, Harold Breider of Two Rivers, John Breider of Madison, and Norbert 
Breider of Phoenix; three sisters, Sister Joan Breider of Apple Valley, California, 
Mrs. Mary Rose Laratta of Sun City, Arizona, and Mrs. Joan Amergos of Westchester, 
Illinois; and five granddaughters, Stephanie, Loretta and Lydia Breider, Jessica 
Floyd and Erica Henchel.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 4 p.m to 8 p.m. Monday.
Private family services will be held Tuesday by Msgr. James Feely and burial 
will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
Manitowoc Herald Times, September 18, 1988 P. 21


ELIZA BREIDER

MOTHER OF LARGE FAMILY HAS BOTH LEGS AMPUTATED
Mrs. August Breider of Mishicot who has been a patient at the Holy Family
hospital for some weeks following the birth of a daughter seven weeks ago, on
Thursday underwent the amputation of both legs above the knee and her condition
is said to be critical. Every effort was made to save the woman's libms but
complications set in that made the operation necessary to give the patient a
chance in her battle for life. She is making a brave fight and now has a chance
to win. Mrs. Breider is 42 years of age and has been married eighteen years.
She is the mother of a large family and her case has attracted the attention
of every physician in the county. Her present condition is said to be due to
an infection following the child birth seven weeks ago and has grown steadily
worse until amputation of the limbs was found imperative.
Manitowoc Herald News, October 29, 1921  p.9
*********
FAILS TO RALLY FROM SHOCK OF AMPUTATION
(illegible) as a merciful deliverance to Mrs. August Breider who (??) 
weeks ago was forced to undergo the amputation of both legs above the 
knees as result of complications setting in following the birth of a 
baby nine weeks ago at her home at Mishicot. Mrs. Breider was removed 
to the Holy Family hospital seven weeks ago and made a brave fight for 
her life but her condition grew gradually worse until amputation made 
in a last effort to save her life. The shock proved too great however 
and she succumbed at 7:15 this morning, death bringing a deliverance 
from intense suffering.
Mrs. Breider was 40 years of age and was born near Mishicot. She 
attended the common schools and completed an education that entitled 
to a teaching certificate and for a number of years was employed in 
the schools of the country. Twenty years ago she was married to August
Breider the husband with ten children survives to mourn her loss. 
Besides the husband and children she is survived by her parents, Mr. 
and Mrs. Fred Baugniet, Sr., of Mishicot five brothers Fred, Jr.,
cashier of the State Bank of Francis Creek; Frank, residing in the west; 
Eli and Walter at Mishicot and Archie, a rural carrier out of the Two 
Rivers postoffice and two sisters, Mrs. P.J. Bonde of the Town of Newton
and Mrs. F. Sherff of Antigo. Funeral arrangements have not been completed 
but the body will be taken to the home at Mishicot and services will be 
held at Holy Cross Catholic church at that village.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, November 14, 1921 P.1
**********
Hold Breider Funeral At Mishicot Wednesday
The funeral of Mrs. August breider, who died at the hospital Monday 
morning as result of the shock following the amputation of both of her 
legs, will be held from the late home at Mishicot Wednesday morning 
with services at Holy Cross Catholic church, Rev. Belle officiating 
at 10 o'clock, burial will be made at the Holy Cross cemetery. Mrs. 
Breider is survived by six brothers, Christian a brother now employed 
at Fonda du Lac but who has made his home with El? on the old homestead 
at Mishicot having been omitted in the account of the death given in 
these columns in Monday night's edition. An error was made in the name 
of one of the sisters, the name being Mrs. Ted Bonde of Valders Route 3 
instead of Mr. P.J. Bonde.
The Breider family has been followed by a great deal of ill luck and 
the death of the mother is a severe blow, following as it does, a number 
of other misfortunes. Neighbors and friends lent what assistance they 
have been able to and have made the load as light as they can for the 
bereaved family.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, November 15, 1921 P.8


ESTELLA BREIDER

A stroke, suffered while playing cards at her home last night, resulted 
in the death early today of Mrs. Edmund Brieder (sic), 47, at her home 
on a farm near Mishicot. 
Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock from the Specht 
funeral home and at 9:30 from Holy Cross Catholic church in Mishicot. The 
Rev. Joseph Van Bogart will officiate and interment will be in Holy Cross 
cemetery.
Mrs. Brieder (sic), nee Estella Besdek, was born in Wausau, Wis., on Jan. 30, 
1891. She was married on June 1, 1915 and the couple has lived on the farm near 
Mishicot ever since. 
Survivors are the widower; three daughters, Madeline, Mary Rose, and Joan, all 
at home; four sons, Edmund, Jr., Harold, John and Norbert, all at home; and one 
sister, Mrs. Frank Bonfigt, Mishicot. 
The body was taken to the Specht funeral home where it may be viewed until the 
time of the funeral. The rosary will be said Monday evening at 8 o'clock. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, December 10, 1938  P. 4
********
(Note: b. date in paper is a year off from tombstone)


HATTIE BREIDER    (d. 1912)

The body of Mrs. Edmund Breider was brought from Sandwich, Ill., to 
her old home at Mishicott for burial. Mrs. Breider died after an 
illness of a few days. She was a bride of a few months.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 23, 1912 page 2
*********
The sad news was received here Saturday that Mrs. Edmund Brieder had 
been called to that shore from whose bourne, no traveler has ever 
returned. Mrs. Breider had been ill but a few days and her death came 
as a shock to friends and relatives here. Her death terminates a very 
young life as she was a bride of but a few months and with her husband 
resided at Sandwich, Ill., where they went to live shortly after their 
marriage. The funeral was held Tuesday morning from the Catholic Church 
and a very large cortege followed the body to its last resting place 
in the village cemetery.
The Reporter, Sat., May 25, 1912
********
Eastwin:
We, the undersigned wish to express our heartfelt thanks to those who 
so kindly rendered their assistance to our beloved one and ourselves 
during her illness. We also wish to express our thanks for the floral 
donations which were many and beautiful and sent from far and near as 
a symbol of sympathy. 
Mr. Edmund Breider
Chas Brown and family
The Reporter -Sat., June 1, 1912
*****
Those who came here from Sheboygan to attend the funeral of the late Mrs. 
Edmund Breider were Bernard Frank, Heli; Aug. Brock, Lizzie Zarow, Ida 
Tessin and Anna Noll.
The Reporter -Sat., June 1, 1912
*********
Mishicot
Mr. Edmund Brieder and Miss Hattie Braun were married at the Holy Cross 
Church at Mishicot last week. they left for their new home at Sanwich, 
Ill.
The Reporter, Sat., Jan. 27, 1912
*****
Eastwin News:
Last Wednesday morning at 8 o'clock Edmund Breider and Hattie Braun 
were married at Holy Cross Church at Mishicot, Father Bell officiating. 
After the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served at the home of the brides 
parents after which the young couple left for their new home at Sandwich, Ill., 
where the groom is employed as a machinist. May they enjoy a long and happy 
married life.
The Chronicle, Two Rivers, Manitowoc, Wis., Tuesday, January 30, 1912 pg. 8


JOHANN BREIDER    (d. 1911)

August Breider Sr.(sic), a pioneer of Mishicot is dead, aged 88. Mr. Breider made 
his home with his son, John. the funeral was held from Holy Cross Church.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., Oct. 18, 1911
********
(Note: This appears to be Johann Breider. The newspaper apparently
made an error on the name. The age and year matches Johann)


JOHANNE BREIDER    (d. 1894)

Small Pox has broken out in bad shape in Mishicott on the Neshoto road. A child 
of Peter Brieder was taken sick with a disease supposed to be chicken pox. The 
child died and there was a public funeral. During the child's sickness several 
neighbors visited the house. Soon after Mrs. Breider was taken sick and then a 
daughter. Dr. Kemper was then called and at once recognized the disease as small 
pox. Soon after, two boys of the same family were down with the disease. A child 
of John Wenner a neighbor, is also down. It is thought that the disease has broken 
out in the family of another neighbor but as yet no report has been made and it is 
feared that the family are concealing the fact that small pox is in their midst.
The Wenner girl, Mrs. Breider and her daughter have the disease in quite a bad form. 
The two boys have it rather light, but the prospect for the recovery of all is good. 
All the Two Rivers patients are now convalescent. One, a child of John Messman, had 
it in its worst form, a case of genuine black small pox. Dr. Kemper had but little 
hopes of her recovery, but she is coming out all right.
Within the last year Dr. Kemper has treated 28 cases of small pox and has but one 
death, a degree of success unparalleled in the history of the disease.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, January 3, 1895  pg. 3
*********
Notes From Mishicott:
A ten year old son of Peter Breider died last Friday morning,
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, December 27, 1894 P. 2
*********
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 07 Jan.) 
A number of people have been put under quarantine here by the State Health 
Department - those who attended the funeral of the son of Peter Breider in 
Mishicott, who died of smallpox.
Der Nord Westen, 10 Jan. 1895
********
Regarding those who attended the Breider funeral in Two Rivers, two of them 
are sick: Peter Christoffel and Mrs. Nic. Kaiser. A Breider daughter is
also still ill.
Der Nord Westen, 17 Jan. 1895


JOHN BREIDER   (d. 1927)

John Breider Passes Away at Mishicot.
John Breider, well known Mishicot farmer and farm implement dealer, 
passed away yesterday evening at the farm home at Mishicot. Death 
came entirely unexpected as Mr. Breider had been enjoying the best 
of health. Heart failure was the cause of death. Decedent was 67 
years of age. 
Mr. Breider made his home with his son Edward on the farm. Mrs. 
Breider passed away a number of years ago. Surviving him are his 
only son Edward and two sisters, Mrs. Barbara Hoffman of Mishicot 
and Mrs. Shokk of Los Angeles, Calif.
Funeral services will be held Friday morning at 10 from the Holy 
Cross Church at Mishicot and burial will take place there, the Rev. 
Gonering officiating. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, June 22, 1927 


JOSEPHINE BREIDER

INJURIES IN AUTO ACCIDENT FATAL
ACCIDENT ON SUNDAY HAS FATAL RESULT 
Mrs. Breider Passes Away Here-Inquest To Be Held 
Injuries which she sustained when she was struck by an automobile 
while returning from church services Sunday night proved fatal to 
Mrs. Peter Breider of Mishicot who passed away at the hospital here 
last evening. Mrs. Breider suffered a fracture of the left leg, had 
her cheek bone broken and a fracture of the skull. She was badly 
bruised and internally hurt when she was dragged more than fifty feet 
by the automobile. 
Inquest is Ordered. 
An inquest was ordered by Coroner W. G. Kemper today and a jury is 
being summoned. The inquest will probably be held tomorrow, it was said. 
The body of Mrs. Breider has been taken to the home at Mishicot where 
the funeral will be held Friday morning at 10 o'clock from Holy Name 
church. 
Probe Speeding Charge
According to reports at the time of the accident, which happened Sunday 
night shortly after 8 o'clock the automobile which struck Mrs. Breider 
was driven by two Two Rivers boys, Silas Koeser and A. Schultz, who were 
accompanied by two girls in the car. The boys, who stopped and gave aid, 
assisting in bringing Mrs. Breider to the hospital here, said they had 
been unable to avoid the accident, to either strike Mrs. Breider or Mr. 
Breider, who were returning from church services. One report said that 
three cars on the street at the time were traveling at a high rate of 
speed and this will be one of the chief subjects of investigation by the 
coroner's jury. 
Was Born In County
Mrs. Breider was 59 years of age, having been a native of St. Wendell 
March 25, 1867. She was married to Mr. Breider eighteen  years ago. The 
couple have no children but Mrs. Breider had been a mother to two stepsons, 
August Breider of Two Rivers and William of Mishicot who with her husband 
survive. One brother, Jacob Lumberding of Kaukauna also survives.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, November 4, 1925  P. 2
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(Note: There are several more article covering the inquest which 
subsequently went to court trial and the jury found the young man 
not guilty of manslaughter.)


MARTHA BREIDER

Mrs. William Breider Sr., 71, of 1608-29th St., Two Rivers, died 
unexpectedly late Wednesday evening at home. 
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Deja and Martin 
Funeral Chapels, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. John K. Mueller will officiate and burial will 
be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot. 
Mrs. Breider, nee Martha Hoffman, was born April 9, 1895, at Two 
Rivers, daughter of the late Joseph and Regina Wachtell Hoffman Sr.  
She attended St. Luke Parochial School and the Order of St. Francis, 
Bay Settlement, for nine years. Prior to her marriage to William 
Breider, Oct. 3, 1923, at Two Rivers, she was employed at Manitowoc 
and Milwaukee. The couple settled on a farm at Rt. 2, Two Rivers, 
until 14 years ago, moving to Two Rivers. She was a member of the 
Ladies of Holy Redeemer and the Golden Agers, having served on the 
council for several years. 
Survivors include her husband; a son, (private); three daughters, 
(private); four brothers, Joseph and Hugo Hoffman, of Two Rivers, 
Harold Hoffman, of Mishicot and Paul Hoffman of West Bend; four 
sisters, Mrs. Joseph Graff, Mrs. Rudolph Steinhauer and Mrs. Alvin 
Behrens, of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Reinhardt Bauer, of Manitowoc; and 
17 grandchildren. 
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Friday where the 
Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, May 18, 1966  P. 49 
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Marriage of William/Martha Breider
At a pretty wedding which took place at Holy Cross Church at Mishicot at 8 o'clock 
Wednesday morning, Rev. Father Belle united Miss Martha Hoffman, daughter of Mr. 
and Mrs. Joseph Hoffman of the Town of Mishicot and William Breider, son of Mr. 
and Mrs. Peter Breider of Mishicot. The bride was attired in a white charmeuse 
silk dress with French lace and wore roses in her hair.
Miss Evelyn Hoffman, sister of the bride was maid of honor and Oscar Eis was best 
man. Miss Agnes C. Scheuer of School Section was bridesmaid and Walter Hoffman of 
Manitowoc, cousin of the groom was groomsman. The maid of honor wore a gown of 
grey silk georgette crepe and the bridesmaid was attired in log cabin brown canton 
crepe. After the ceremony a wedding dinner was served to about one hundred and 
fifty guests. The couple make their home on a farm in the Town of Mishicot where 
he resides.
The Reporter, Fri., Oct. 5, 1923


MARY BREIDER

(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 13 Dec.) 
Also, Mrs. P. Breider was taken by death on Mon. Her death 
was a relief from the many years of illness with consumption. 
Mrs. Breider was a true wife and mother and was well regarded 
by everyone. The funeral was held Thurs. in the cemetery of the 
local Catholic Church under the direction of Father St. Louis.
Der Nord Westen, 15 Dec. 1904 
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Maria Reich Breider
birth: 25 February 1859 Gibson, Wis.
death: 12 December 1904 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Mishicot, Wis.
residence: 1904 Mishicot, Wis.
father: Fedil Reich
mother: Maria
spouse: Peter Breider
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


NORBERT H. BREIDER

Norbert H. Breider, 75, of Phoenix, an automotive technician, 
died July 6, 1998. 
He was born in Mishicot, Wis., and was a World War II Army veteran.
Survivors include his sisters, Sister Joan, Mary Rose Laratta and Joan 
Amargas; and brothers, John and Ronald.
Mass: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church, 
15800 Del Webb Blvd., Sun City. Guaranty Mortuary.
Arizona Republic, Phoenix, AZ Saturday, July 11, 1998 pg. 83


PETER BREIDER

PETER BREIDER DEATH SUNDAY 
Funeral On Wednesday For Native Of Mishicot 
Peter Breider, 77, Mishicot, died at The Home run by Mrs. Margaret 
Checkie, 1004 New York avenue, late yesterday afternoon. Death was 
caused by pneumonia. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 Wednesday 
morning from the Holy Cross Catholic Church at Mishicot, Rev. Pritzl 
officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. 
Mr. Breider was a lifelong resident of Mishicot, having been born there 
Jan. 26, 1856. He worked as a farmer until 30 years ago, when he retired 
and became sexton of the Holy Cross cemetery. He has served in that 
capacity up to the present time.  He was married to Josephine Lunngerding, 
who preceded him in death eight years ago. 
The deceased is survived by two sons, William of Mishicot and August of 
Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Jalliquette of Chippewa Falls and Mrs. 
Eva Hoffman of Manitowoc; and a brother August of Sheboygan. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, October 16, 1933  P. 2


ROSA BREIDER

Mrs. John Breider passed away at the family home Saturday morning at 
five o'clock after a lingering illness of two years. 
The funeral was held Tuesday morning at ten o'clock at the Holy Cross 
Church at Mishicot.
Deceased was born in the town of Gibson in 1865. She leaves to mourn 
her loss, her husband, a son, Edmund and a daughter, Adeline on the 
farm where she resided the past 37 years.
Two Rivers Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis., Thursday, October 9, 1919 pg. 5


VIOLET H. BREIDER

Violet H. Breider 
Violet H. Breider, age 88, of 3710 N. Court St., Two Rivers, 
entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2007, at the 
Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers. 
Violet was born April 22, 1918, in Manitowoc to the late Frank 
and Carrie Fischer Herr, and has been a lifelong area resident. 
She was a graduate of the Mishicot High School, graduating with 
the class of 1936. On June 15, 1940, she married Harold Breider 
at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot. She was a member of 
First Lutheran Church in Manitowoc, where she taught Sunday 
school. Violet enjoyed gardening and growing zinnias. She was 
an avid reader, and also enjoyed traveling. 
Survivors include her husband: Harold; two daughters and sons-
in-law: Diane and Mark Lukes, of Manitowoc; Maureen and Saunder 
Hutchinson, of Gainsville, Fa.; eight grandchildren; 10 great-
grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by 
one sister and two brothers. 
Private family funeral services were held on Saturday, Feb. 17, 
2007, at the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home in Mishicot, with the 
Rev. Paul Solberg officiating. Burial will follow in the Mishicot 
Public Cemetery. 
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 18, 2007 


WILLIAM BREIDER

Funeral services for William R. Breider Sr., 86 of 2534-38th St., Two Rivers, 
who died Friday, will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels 
and 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Paul 
Schumacher officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
Mr. Breider was born Oct. 19, 1884, in the Town of Mishicot, son of the late 
Peter and Mary Reich Breider. He was engaged in farming most of his life and 
was employed at Hamilton Mfg. Co. for eight years prior to his retirement.
He married the late Martha Hoffman Oct. 3, 1923, at Mishicot. She preceded 
him in death May 18, 1966.
Survivors include a son, three daughters, 17 grandchildren and two great 
grandchildren.  (Survivors edited for privacy)
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Sunday. Memorial services 
will be at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 1, 1971
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(19 Oct. 1884/Apr. 1971/SSDI)
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Marriage of William/Martha Breider
At a pretty wedding which took place at Holy Cross Church at Mishicot at 8 o'clock 
Wednesday morning, Rev. Father Belle united Miss Martha Hoffman, daughter of Mr. 
and Mrs. Joseph Hoffman of the Town of Mishicot and William Breider, son of Mr. 
and Mrs. Peter Breider of Mishicot. The bride was attired in a white charmeuse 
silk dress with French lace and wore roses in her hair.
Miss Evelyn Hoffman, sister of the bride was maid of honor and Oscar Eis was best 
man. Miss Agnes C. Scheuer of School Section was bridesmaid and Walter Hoffman of 
Manitowoc, cousin of the groom was groomsman. The maid of honor wore a gown of 
grey silk georgette crepe and the bridesmaid was attired in log cabin brown canton 
crepe. After the ceremony a wedding dinner was served to about one hundred and 
fifty guests. The couple make their home on a farm in the Town of Mishicot where 
he resides.
The Reporter, Fri., Oct. 5, 1923


JAMES BREMSER

James Bremser, 15, of Mishicot, died Tuesday evening as the result 
of a traffic accident in the village.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 Friday at Lambert Funeral Home 
and at 11 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. The Rev. 
Earl Brouchoud will officiate and burial will be in the parish 
cemetery.
James was born July 27, 1958, son of Frank and Rose Feucht Bremser. 
He was graduated from Holy Cross Parochial School and was a sophomore 
at Mishicot Community High School. He was a member of the Mishicot 
Varsity Cross Country Team.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Thursday, where a 
parish memorial service will be at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. October 3, 1973


ALBERTINA BRODKORB

Rites For Mrs. Brodkorb To Be At Mishicot Friday 
Mrs. Albertine Brodkorb, 76, Mishicot, died yesterday at the home 
of her daughter, Mrs. Ella Trossen, Mishicot, following a two months 
illness. Death was attributed to a stroke. 
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at two o'clock from the 
Specht funeral parlors at Mishicot, the Rev. F. Schlueter officiating. 
Burial will be made in the Mishicot cemetery. 
Mrs. Brodkorb, nee Albertine Wachholz, was born in Berlin, Germany, 
September 6, 1859. She came to America and to Wisconsin with her parents 
at the age of 6. The family settled on a farm in the Town of Kossuth. In 
1883, she was married to Gust Brodkorb, who died four years ago. The 
couple farmed for 23 years and then, after retiring, moved to Mishicot 
to live. Since her husband's death, Mrs. Brodkorb has made her home with 
Mrs. Trossen. 
Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Trossen; two sons, William of Mishicot 
and Edwin of Manitowoc; and six grandchildren. 
The body will lie at the Specht funeral home until the time of services 
Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, April 15, 1936  P. 10 


GUSTAVE BRODKORB

PIONEER OF TOWN OF MISHICOT PASSES AWAY THIS MORNING
Gustave Brodkorb, 75, pioneer resident of the town of Mishicot, 
who had been making his home in the village and who suffered a 
stroke March 28, passed away early this morning. 
The deceased was born in the town of Mishicot in 1857 and always 
resided there. He was married to Albertina Wachholz of the town 
of Kossuth in 1888 and they took up there home on a farm. Of late 
years, they have been residing in the village with their children. 
Besides the widow, two sons, William of Mishicot and Edward of 
Manitowoc, a daughter, Mrs. William Trossen of Mishicot, and three 
grandchildren survive. Funeral services will be held from the home 
Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock with interment in the Mishicot 
Cemetery. Mr. Brodkorb retired 22 years ago and lived in the 
village of Mishicot since then. 
Manitowoc Herald News,  April 5, 1932 


ROSE BRODKORB

Mrs. Rose Brodkorb, 93, of Park Lawn Nursing Home, Manitowoc, died Friday 
morning, April 22, at the home.
Complete graveside services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Mishicot Public 
Cemetery, Mishicot.
Mrs. Brodkorb was born July 23, 1889, at Francis Creek, daughter of the late 
John and Frances Dolezal Buckley. She was married to William Brodkorb Oct. 2, 
1911. He preceded her in death March 13, 1955.
Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Bernice and Robert Tess of Glendale, 
Wis.; a sister, Frances Kornely of Manitowoc, two granddaughters, nieces and 
nephews. Two sisters and a brother preceded her in death.
Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is in charge of funeral ararngements. There 
will be no Sunday evening visitation.
Herald Times Reporter, April 22, 1983 P. 3
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(Jul 23, 1889/Apr 1983/SSDI)
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The first of the series of marriages took place Tuesday afternoon when William 
Brodkorb of Mishicott and Miss Rose Buckley of Kossuth were wedded. Witnesses 
were George Kornely and Miss Fannie Buckley.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Oct. 25, 1911


WILLIAM BRODKORB

William Brodkorb, 66, a lifelong resident of the area, died at 2 p.m. 
Saturday at the home at Mishicot where he had been residing six months. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Specht Funeral 
Home, the Rev. B. A. Zimdars officiating. Interment will be in the 
Mishicot Public Cemetery. 
Mr. Brodkorb was born in the Town of Mishicot, on February 2, 1889, a 
son of Gustave and Albertina Wachholz Brodkorb. In 1911, he married 
Rose Buckley when he took over the homestead farm in the township. For 
many years he served as treasurer of the Saxonburg Cheese Factory and 
also was a supervisor for the Town of Mishicot until the time of his 
illness. He retired from farming 10 years ago. 
Mr. Brodkorb leaves his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Roger Tess of Milwaukee; 
a sister, Mrs. Ella Trossen of Mishicot; a brother, Edwin Brodkorb of 
Manitowoc; and two grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 14, 1955.
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The first of the series of marriages took place Tuesday afternoon when William 
Brodkorb of Mishicott and Miss Rose Buckley of Kossuth were wedded. Witnesses 
were George Kornely and Miss Fannie Buckley.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Oct. 25, 1911


CHRISTIAN BROECKER

MISHICOT
Last Saturday evening, April 3, the Angel of Death took away 
Christian Braker(sic). Mr. Braker was born in this town 40 years 
ago on the farm where he resided until his death claimed him. He 
was married to Miss Molly Spang 16 years ago. Mr. Braker was ill 
for about one week. Tuesday afternoon the remains were taken from 
the Braker home to the St. Peter's Lutheran church. The deceased 
is survived by a wife, an aged mother, three sisters and one 
brother. Mr. Braker was a man of sterling character and the 
community will miss him.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, April 09, 1915, Page 4
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After an illness of only about one week Christ Broecker of the Town of Mishicot 
passed away at his home Saturday evening. The cause of his death was kidney 
trouble. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the Lutheran church at 
Mishicot, Rev. Zell officiating. Mr. Broecker was born in the Town of Two Rivers 
in 1874. His father, Fred Broecker died 21 years ago. He is survived by his mother, 
Mrs. G. Trottman and his wife, nee Amelia Sprang. He was an industrious and upright 
man and his sudden death is a hard blow to those who mourn his loss.
The Reporter, Fri., Apr. 9, 1915


ANDREW BROUCHOUD

Andrew Brouchoud, 58, a lifelong resident of the town of Gibson, 
died on the farm home at 10:55 Friday night following a heart 
stroke with which he became afflicted several days ago. 
Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 8:30 from the home 
and at 9 o'clock at Holy Cross Catholic Church at Mishicot. The Rev. 
Von Bogart will officiate. Interment will be in the church cemetery. 
The body will be taken from the residence to the Specht Funeral Home 
at Mishicot Sunday morning. The Rosary will be said Sunday night. 
Mr. Brouchoud was born at Gibson December 21, 1880, a member of one 
of the township's pioneer families. On February 28, 1905, he was 
married to Anna Kronforst of Gibson.
Besides his widow, Mr. Brouchard leaves two daughters, Violet of 
Green Bay and Mabel, at home, and a son, Harvey Brouchoud, also at 
home. He also leaves four brothers, Joseph of Mishicot, Peter of 
Gibson, Morris of Two Rivers and Pascal of Gibson, and a sister, 
Anna Brouchoud of Gibson. 
For many years, Mr. Brouchoud was affiliated with the Holy Name 
Society of Holy Cross Church. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, October 29, 1938


ANNA BROUCHOUD  (d. 1945) 

FORMER GIBSON WOMAN CLAIMED AT HOME HERE
Mrs. Anna Brouchoud, 66, Dies of Heart Attack; Rites on Friday
Mrs. Anna Brouchoud, 65(sic), 1925 24th street, died at her home here
at 10 o'clock last night, after being stricken with a heart attack. 
Taken ill about a year ago, Mrs. Brouchoud had recovered and enjoyed
recent good health.
Funeral services will be held from St. Luke's Catholic church Friday
morning at nine o'clock with burial in Holy Cross cemetery at Mishicot.
The body is at the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home and may be
viewed there from seven o'clock this evening. The rosary will be
recited at the funeral home at 7:45 Thursday evening.
Born in Gibson
Nee Anna Kronforst, Mrs. Brouchoud was born on her parents' farm
home in the town of Gibson, Oct. 9, 1880, the daughter of Wenzel
and Mary Chaloupka Kronforst. She attended school in the town and
on Feb. 28, 1905 was married to Andrew Brouchoud, also of Gibson, in
the Holy Cross Catholic church, Mishicot.
The couple settled on a farm in the town of Mishicot, where Mr.
Brouchoud died in 1938. Mrs. Brouchoud moved to this city in 1942 
and has made her home here ever since.
Mrs. Brouchoud was a member of the Sanctuary society of the Holy
Cross Catholic church, Mishicot. Members of the society will recite
the rosary at the Holy Cross church Thursday evening at eight o'clock.
Three Children Survive
Surviving are one son and two daughters, all of Two Rivers.
There is one brother, Charles Kronforst of Mishicot, route 1, and
three sisters, Mrs. John Nocker, Two Rivers, route 3; Mrs. Mary
Shambeau, Manitowoc, and Mrs. Alphonse Rhein, Mishicot, route 1.
Two Rivers Reporter Wednesday, December 19, 1945


ANNA BROUCHOUD   (d. 1967)

Miss Anna Brouchoud, 75 of 1412-22nd St., Two Rivers, died Monday evening at Family 
Heritage Home, Manitowoc, where she had resided the past several months.
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Thursday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers, and at 9:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic church, Two Rivers, the Rev. 
James J. Stamborski officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
Miss Brouchoud was born Apirl 14, 1892, in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late 
Camille and Mary Cochenet Brouchoud. She attended the Jambeau Creek District School 
in the Town of Gibson and as a young woman she came to Two Rivers.
In her earlier years she was a receptionist in the office of Dr. L.J. Moriarty. For 
many years later she was a saleslady at Jensen's Ready-to Wear store in downtown Two 
Rivers. She retired several year ago.
Surviving are a brother, Paschal Brouchoud of Rt. 1, Mishocot, and a number of nieces 
and nephews. A sister and four brothers preceded her in death.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Wednesday where memorial services 
will be at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 19, 1967 P. 5
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(14 Apr 1892/Dec 1967/SSDI)


ARCHIE A. BROUCHOUD

Archie A. Brouchoud, 55, of 911 E. Linden Ave., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
evening at the family residence following a coronary.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 
at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. A brother, the Rev. 
Earl Brouchoud, will officiate and burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Mishicot.
Mr. Brouchoud was born Nov. 11, 1917, in the Town of Gibson, son of Richard 
Brouchoud and the late Bertha Ellerman Brouchoud. He married Norma Ouradnik 
July 3, 1940, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. After marriage the 
couple moved to Manitowoc. The past 32 years he was employed at Imperial 
Eastman Corp. and presently as a tool and gauge inspector. He was a veteran 
of World War II. He was a member of the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post 
No. 88, Fraternal Order of Eagles of Two Rivers and Holy Name Society of 
Sacred Heart Parish.
Survivors include his wife, his father of Manitowoc; two sons and four 
daughters (Survivors omitted for privacy.); two brothers, Father Earl, of 
Mishicot and Eugene, of Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. William Lambert, of Mishicot; 
and 12 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday where memorial 
service will be held at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 21, 1972
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(11 Nov 1917/Dec 1972/SSDI)


BERTHA BROUCHOUD

Mrs. Richard Brouchoud, 83, of Family Heritage Home, Manitowoc, died 
Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. 
Funeral services will be at 9:45 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc, and at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. 
Her son, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud, will officiate in a con-celebrated 
Mass. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot. 
Mrs. Brouchoud, nee Bertha Ellerman, was born Feb. 14, 1888, at Kaukauna, 
daughter of the late Henry and Bertha Ploeckman Ellerman. She was married 
to Richard Brouchoud June 9, 1909, at Holy Cross Church. The couple 
resided in Mishicot until 19__, moving to Manitowoc.
Survivors include her husband; four sons, Marvin and Archie of Manitowoc, 
Rev. Earl Brouchoud, pastor of St.  Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, 
and Eugene of Milwaukee; a brother Emil of Two Rivers; four sisters, Mrs. 
Amanda Ladwig and Mrs. Jake Mraz of Manitowoc, Mrs. Louise Sloan of Quincy, 
Ill., and Mrs. Nora Olson of Milwaukee; nine grandchildren and 12 great-
grandchildren. A son and two daughters preceded her in death. 
Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 9 p.m. Friday where a 
memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, August 19, 1971


CAMILLE BROUCHOUD

C. BROUCHOUD DIES AT HOME
Funeral Services To Be Held at Mishicot
Camille Brouchoud died at his home in the town of Gibson at seven o'clock 
last evening of old age.
Mr. Brouchoud was born in Switzerland in 1845 (sic). He came to Wisconsin in 
1866 and located on a farm in the town of Gibson.
About Fifty-four years ago he was married to Mary Couchnet (sic) who still 
survives besides seven children and twenty grand children. The daughters are 
Mrs. Nic Just of Mishicot and Anna of this city. The five sons are Joseph and 
Andrew of Mishicot, Morris of this city, Peter of Gibson and Pascal at home. 
One sister, Mrs. Matilda Couchnet, of Oconto Falls also survives. The funeral 
will be held from the Holy Cross Catholic church at Mishicot with burial at 
Mishicot. The Rev. Father ??? nering will officiate.
Manitowoc Evening Times, Monday, July 27, 1931 P. 5
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Camille Brouchoud, 86, one of the oldest residents of Manitowoc county, died
at the Brouchoud homestead at Gibson at seven o'clock last night. Born in
Switzerland in 1845, Mr. Brouchoud came to this country when 21 years of age.
He came directly to Manitowoc county and settled on a farm at Gibson. He
retired from active farm life twelve years ago.
Mr. Brouchoud is survived by his widow, seven children and 20 grand-children.
The children are Joseph of Mishicot, Andrew of Mishicot, Maurice of Two Rivers,
Peter and Pascal of Gibson, Mrs. Nic Just of Mishicot and Anna Brouchoud of 
Two Rivers. One sister, Mrs. Mathilda Cochenet of Oconto Falls also survives.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday morning at nine o'clock at Holy
Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, July 27, 1931 p.1
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FISHERVILLE - One by one, the old settlers are called to the great 
beyond. Camille Brouchoud, age 86 years, passed away at his homestead 
Sunday night. Mr. Brouchoud was born in Switzerland in 1846 and came 
to this country at the age of 21 years. He came directly to Manitowoc 
County and settled on a farm in Gibson. About 12 years ago, he retired 
from active farm life, turning the farm over to his son Pascal. 
Mr. Brouchoud is survived by his widow, seven children, and 20 grand-
children. The children are Maurice of Two Rivers, Peter and Pascal of 
Gibson, Mrs. Nic Just, Andrew and Joseph of Mishicot and Anna Brouchoud 
of Two Rivers. One sister, Mrs. Mathilda Cochenet of Oconto Falls, also 
survives. Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock 
from the Holy Cross Church at Mishicot. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 31, 1931 


CYRILLA BROUCHOUD

Mrs. Eugene Brouchoud of 8505 W. Burleigh St., Milwaukee, the former Cyrilla 
(Sally) Suttner, died late Tuesday moring, October 28 (sic), at St. Joseph 
Hospital, Milwaukee.
The Mass of christian burial will be 11 a.m. Friday at Holy Cross Catholic 
church, Mishicot. The Rev. Earl Brouchoud will officiate and burial will be 
in the parish cemetery.
Survivors include her husband, three daughters, Mrs. Warren (Geraldine) 
Kanzelberger of Manitowoc, Mrs. Phil (Shirley) Wall of Northridge, Calif., and 
Arlen M. LeFevre of Brazil, eight grandchildren, a brother and a sister.
Private family visitation will be after 9 a.m. Friday at Lambert Funeral  Home, 
Mishicot. Memorials may be give to Holy Cross Church or American Cancer Society, 
Milwaukee Division, 6401 W. Capital Dr. 53216
Herald Times Reporter, October 23, 1980 P.3


EARL R. BROUCHOUD, REV.

Rev. Earl R. Brouchoud, age 77, of 1136 S. Lake St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
evening, August 31, 1999, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Liturgy will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 4, 1999, at 
Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Bishop Robert J. Banks, will preside 
and Father William Zimmer will preach the homily. Burial will be at Holy Cross 
Cemetery, Mishicot.
He was born August 13, 1922, in Manitowoc, son of the late Richard and Bertha 
Ellerman Brouchoud. He was a graduate of Holy Cross Catholic Grade School and 
received his high school deploma (sic) and attended Junior College at Mr. 
Calvary. He received his formation for the priesthood at St. Paul Seminary, St. 
Paul, Minn. He was ordained by Bishop Stanislaus V. Bona, at St. Francis Xavier 
Cathedral, in Green Bay, on June 15, 1946. Rev. Brouchoud was the first priest 
to be ordained from Holy Cross Parish, Mishicot. Rev. Brouchoud was an Assistant 
Pastor for St. Boniface Church, Manitowoc (1946-1953), St. Francis Cathedral, 
Green Bay (1953-1955), and St. Mary Church, Kaukauna (1955-1958). Rev. Brouchoud 
was Pastor at St. John's Church, Morrison and St. Mary's Church, Greenleaf 
(1958-1965), St. Luke Church, Two Rivers (1965-1971), Holy Cross Church, Mishicot 
(1971-19892), St. Mary Church, DePere (part time, 1982-1984), Immaculate Conception 
Church, Oneida (part time 1984-1986) and St. Wendel Church, Cleveland (1986-1992). 
Rev. Brouchoud retired in 1992, making his residence in Manitowoc. Other assignments 
and involvements for Rev. Brouchoud include, Diocesan Priest Choir, Chaplaincies 
in Manitowoc for Daughters of Isabella, Catholic Order of Foresters, and Serra 
Club; Priest Senate, Diocesan Marriage Tribunal (14958-1969), Diocesan Consultor 
(1979-1984), Diocesan Social Justice Commission, Director of Permanent Diaconate 
Office and Vicar of Deacons (1982-1986) and Presbyteral Council (1994-1997). Rev. 
Brouchoud civic involvements included, Manitowoc County Mental Health Association, 
Manitowoc Mental Health Center, and the Manitowoc Chapter of American Red Cross 
Society. Rev. Brouchoud was a member of the Catholic Knights, Knight of Columbus, 
and the Elks Lodge 687 in Manitowoc. Rev. Brouchoud was the Retreat Master in the 
1950's and 1960's at Holy Name Retreat House on Chambers Island.
Survivors include his fellow priests; special cousins, Olive (Ray) Jackson, 
Manitowoc and Shirley Richards, Manitowoc; one sister, Mary Lambert, Mishicot; 
along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. He was preceded in 
death by four brothers, Irvin, Marvin, Archie, and Eugene Brouchoud; and three 
infant sisters.
Reception of the body by the Vicar Father Ron Columbo, will be at Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, Manitowoc on Friday, September 3, 1999, at 4 p.m. with visitation 
following until 8 p.m. There will be a Prayer Service at 7 p.m. led by Father John 
Schuetze. Visitation will resume on Saturday morning at 9:30 a.m. in Sacred Heart 
Catholic Church, until the time of the funeral mass.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, September 2, 1999 P. A2


EDWARD A. BROUCHOUD

Hunter Found Dead of Heart Attack After 24 Hour Search. 
Edward Brouchoud, Mishicot, Victim. 
A 24-hour search for Edward Brouchoud, Mishicot, who was reported 
missing after a hunting trip just north of Mishicot Tuesday, ended 
this morning when his body was found in a field of heavy brush on 
the Peter Hronek farm near Mishicot. Coroner Theodore Teitgen was 
called and announced that the man had died of a heart attack. No 
inquest will be held. Mr. Brouchoud, a World War I veteran, had 
been living with his sister, Mrs. Gust Cherney, in the village of 
Mishicot. Brouchoud went into the woods to inspect his traps and 
do some hunting Tuesday morning, and when he failed to return for 
dinner, a searching party was sent out to look for him. 
50 Farmers Search 
The coroner said that the searching party knew approximately where 
Mr. Brouchoud hunted each day and concentrated their search for him. 
About 50 farmers scoured the area and one group Tuesday came within 
a few feet of the spot where his body was found, but he was not 
discovered until shortly after 9 o'clock this morning. Sheriff Arthur 
Trutschell and four deputies aided in the search this morning. The 
body was discovered by Merle Trossen. The gun was still caught under 
Mr. Brouchoud's arm. Coroner Teitgen said he believed the man had 
been dead about 20 hours. 
Funeral services for Mr. Brouchoud will be held at the Holy Cross 
Catholic Church in Mishicot at 9 o'clock Saturday morning, with Rev. 
Joseph Van Bogart officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. 
The body is in the Specht Funeral Home and may be viewed there after 
10 o'clock Thursday morning. The rosary will be recited at the funeral 
home at 8 o'clock Friday evening. 
War One Veteran 
Edward Brouchoud, son of Eugene and Mary Courtion Brouchoud, was born 
in 1890 on a farm in the town of Gibson. As a young man, he did farm 
work in the town and also worked with Gust Cherney in construction 
work. During World War I, he did 15 months of European duty. Following 
his discharge, he was employed for six years in the printing plant of 
the Salvatorian Seminary of St. Nazianz. Twelve years ago, he came to 
live with the Cherneys in Mishicot and has made his home there ever 
since. Never marrying, he is survived by two brothers, Peter of Mishicot 
and Richard of Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Gust Cherney of Mishicot, 
Mrs. Herman Pries of Oconto Falls, and Mrs. Emil Cherney of Manitowoc. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, November 7, 1945


EMMA BROUCHOUD

Miss Emma Brouchoud died at her home Friday after an illness of 
several months. Miss Brouchard was 20 years of age and was formerly 
employed in this village where she had a host of loving friends who 
mourn her. She leaves her parents and several brothers and sisters 
who are deeply grieved over the loss of their dear one. The funeral 
took place Monday forenoon at the Holy Cross Church, Rev. Father Bell 
officiating. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, March 10, 1914
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Notes from Mishicot
Miss Emma Brouchoud, age 21, passed away Thursday, March 5. She had been sick 
for two years with tuberculosis. She was born Sept. 2, 1892 on a farm a few 
miles from the village where she lived with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter 
Brouchoud who mourn her death with her sisters, Mrs. Desjarles of Lena, Clara, 
Isebella, Mathilde and brothers, John and Arthur.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Mar. 12, 1914


EUGENE BROUCHOUD     (d. 1922)

Notes from Mishicot:
Eugene Brouchoud died Saturday. The funeral was held Monday from the Holy 
Cross church.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 12, 1922



EUGENE BROUCHOUD    (d. 1997)

Eugene E. Brouchoud, age 72, formerly of 1201A S. 8th St., Manitowoc, died 
Friday afternoon, February 21, 1997, at the Brown County Nursing Home, Green 
Bay.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 27, 1997, at Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Concelebrating the Mass of Christian Burial 
will be Rev. William Zimmer and Rev. Carl Meulemans. Burial will follow in the 
Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
He was born July 10, 1924, in the town of Gibson, Manitowoc County, son of the 
late Richard and Bertha Ellerman Brouchoud. He graduated with the Class of 1941 
from Mishicot High School. He served overseas in England during World War II 
with the United States Army. Eugene married Cyrilla (Sally) Duenkel on May 16, 
1953, in Manitowoc. She preceded in in death in September of 1980. He was 
employed by the Adams Company of Green Bay and Milwaukee and retired from the 
American Cancer Society of Milwaukee after 25 years of service and returned to 
Manitowoc in 1987.
Survivors include one brother, Rev. Earl R. Brouchoud, Manitowoc; an aunt, Mrs. 
Margaret (Jake) Mraz, Manitowoc; three stepdaughters, Geraldine Kanzelberger, 
Manitowoc, Shirley Wall, Northridge, Calif., Darlene LeFevre, Brazil; many 
nieces, nephews, cousins and a special cousin, Shirley Richards, Manitowoc. He 
was preceded in death by three brothers, Irvin, Marvin, and Archie; two sisters, 
Louella and Mary Alice.
Friends may call at the church from 9:30 a.m. Thursday until the time of service.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home is serving the Brouchoud family.
Herald Times Reporter, February 25, 1997 P. A2
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(Eugene E Brouchoud/10 Jul 1924/21 Feb 1997/SSDI)


JOHN BROUCHOUD

John Brouchoud, 78, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died Wednesday afternoon at Hamilton 
Memorial Home, Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Lambert Funeral Home and at 
10:30 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Earl Brouchoud 
will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery with military graveside 
rites by the V.F.W.
Mr. Brouchoud was born July 24, 1894, on Rt. 1, Mishicot, son of the late Peter 
and Hortense Gallihand Brouchoud. He was graduated from the University of 
Wisconsin Dairy Short Course in 1914. He served in the U.S. Army from 1917 to 
1919, stationed in France and Germany. He married Sarah Harty Sept. 10, 1919, 
at Shullsburg, Wis. Mr. Brouchoud was a cheesemaker for several years and farmed 
from 1920 until his retirement in 1959. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic 
Church, Holy Name Society of the church, Knights of Columbus, Council 4807, and 
Mishicot V.F.W. Post No. 7753.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Three sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Friday where a Wake service 
will be at 8 p.m. by the Knights of Columbus, parish members and friends.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. February 22, 1973
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(24 Jul 1894/Feb 1973/SSDI)


JOSEPH BROUCHOUD

Joseph Brouchoud, 74, widely known retired farmer and former operator 
of a dray line, died unexpectedly of a heart attack at his home in the 
village of Mishicot at 2 p.m. Monday. He had been in failing health for 
more than two years. 
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Specht 
Funeral Home, Mishicot, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 
Mishicot. 
Joseph Brouchoud was born in the town of Gibson in 1879, a son of the 
late Camille Cochenet Brouchoud. Up to the time of his marriage in 1908(sic) 
to Julia Roullier of the town of Gibson, he operated the farm in that 
township. That year, the couple took up its residence in Mishicot where 
he has resided since. For many years, he operated a threshing machine 
with his brother Andrew, who preceded him in death 14 years ago. During 
his residence at Mishicot, he also operated a dray line for a number of 
years. In public life, he served for several years as health officer of 
the town of Mishicot, and also was a member of the Holy Name Society of 
Holy Cross Catholic Church.
Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Melvin Graycarek of Larrabee; 
three sons, Lester of Wausau, and Mark and Bernard of Mishicot; three 
brothers, Pascal of Rt. 1, Mishicot, and Morris and Peter of Two Rivers; 
and a sister, Miss Ann Brouchoud of Two Rivers. There are also 11 grand-
children. 
Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 p.m. Tuesday until the time 
of services. The rosary will be recited at 8:00 p.m. Wednesday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 22, 1953
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(The following is his son's obituary):
Bernard F. Brouchoud, 75, of Sun Lakes, Arizona, formerly of Mishicot, died 
Saturday, June 13, 1987. A memorial Mass will be held at Holy Cross Church in 
Mishicot at 1 pm Sunday, July 12, 1987. Father Earl Brouchoud will officiate.
Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, David and Geraldine Brouchoud 
of New Berlin, Wisconsin, Bernard N. and Lyn Brouchoud of Manitowoc and Errol 
and Margarite Brouchoud of San Diego; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Lester 
Brouchoud of Wausau and Mark and LaVerne Brouchoud of Mishicot; a sister, Lucy 
Graycarek of Larabee; grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and 
a special friend,Virginia Jones.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Olive Smith Brouchoud; his parents, Joseph 
and Julia Roullier Brouchoud of Mishicot; sister-in-law, Anne Brouchoud and a 
brother-in-law, Melvin Graycarek. Memorials may be made to Woodland Dunes Nature 
Center.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., June 20, 1987 page 14


JULIA BROUCHOUD (d. 1891)

Mites from Mishicot
April 22nd, Julia, daughter of Camiel Brusho. 
She was four years old and died of croup.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - April 28, 1891 
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*NOTE: She was placed here because her parents are here.


JULIA BROUCHOUD (d. 1957)

Mrs. Julia Brouchoud, 78, of Mishicot, died at Fair Hill Nursing 
Home, Rosecrans, at 11:30 p.m. Monday after a long illness. 
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Specht Funeral 
Home, Mishicot, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot, 
the Rev. George Beth officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, 
Mishicot. 
Mrs. Brouchoud, nee Julia Rouiller, was born in the Town of Gibson 
May 11, 1879, a daughter of the late Sam and Mary Hruska Rouiller. She 
was married in 1905 at Mishicot to Joseph Brouchoud who died in 1953. 
She was a member of the Altar Society of Holy Cross Church. 
Surviving Mrs. Brouchoud are a daughter, Mrs. Melvin Graycarek of 
Larrabee; three sons, Lester of Wausau, and Mark and Bernard of Mishicot; 
three sisters, Mrs. Jane Rouiller of Fair Hills Nursing Home, Mrs. Celia 
Schultz and Mrs. Joseph Samz of Manitowoc;  a brother, Samuel Rouiller of 
Two Rivers; 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the 
Rosary will be recited at 8:15 p.m 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Tuesday, October 29, 1957  


LAVERNE E. BROUCHOUD

LaVerne E. Brouchoud, age 91, formerly of 416 Park Lane, Mishicot, died Saturday, 
July 28, 2001 at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Private family funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 31, 2001, at 
the Lambert Funeral Home in Mishicot, with the Rev. John Neuser officiating, with 
burial in the Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery.
LaVerne was born July 21, 1910 in Two Rivers to the late Tony and Margaret Bunker 
Hansen and has been a lifelong area resident. She was a graduate of Washington High 
School in Two Rivers. She married Mark S. Brouchoud Sept. 28, 1935 at St. Luke's 
Catholic Church in Two Rivers and he preceded her in death Jan. 18, 1997. LaVerne 
was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and the Altar Society of the church and 
enjoyed golfing and bowling.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law: Marlene and John Collins of Green 
Bay; Mary Lee and Richard Konitzer of Manitowoc; two grandchildren: James and Michelle 
Collins; Lorrie and Doug Kauffman; four great-grandchildren; Mark and Anna Collins: 
Marty and Andrew Kauffman; one sister-in-law: Lucy Graycarek of Mishicot; nieces and 
nephews. She was also preceded in death by one sister, Margaret Bateman, and one 
brother, Richard Hansen.
Lambert Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, July 31, 2001  P. A3


LIBBIE BROUCHOUD

Mrs. Libby Brouchoud, 81, of the Village of Mishicot, died Saturday, Nov. 11, 
in Two Rivers Community Hospital. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Tuesday in 
Lambert Funeral Home and 11 am in Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. The Rev. 
Earl Brouchoud will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery.
Mrs. Brouchoud was born Oct. 16, 1897 in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the 
late Joseph and Christine Seidl Kronforst. She was married to Pascal Brouchoud 
Sept. 16, 1919 in Holy Cross Catholic Church. They farmed in the Town of Gibson 
until retiring and moving to Mishicot. He preceded her in death in 1972. She was 
a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and the Altar Society.
Survivors include a son, Lloyd of Mishicot; four daughters, Mrs. Ethel Freimuth 
and Mrs. Leonard (Bernice) Bodwin of Mishicot, Mrs. William (Elaine) Mentes and 
Mrs. Bernard (Carol) Cisler of Route 2, Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Daniel (Esther) 
Fencl of Two Rivers; 29 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She was 
preceded in death by a daughter and a granddaughter.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home after 3:30 o'clock this Monday afternoon. 
The Altar Society will have a Rosary service at 7:30 o'clock and a parish memorial 
service will be at 8 o'clock.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, Nov. 13, 1978 page 3
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(16 Oct 1897/Nov 1978/SSDI)
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Francis Creek - 
Miss Libbie Kronforst and Pascal Brouchoud, two well known young people of this 
vicinity, were married at Holy Cross Church Tuesday morning. After a brief 
wedding trip the couple will return to make their home on a farm here.
Manitowoc Herald News, Sat., Sept. 20, 1919 page 4


LINDA BROUCHOUD

Mrs. Peter Brouchoud, 74, of Mishicot, died Thursday at home. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. Peter Lutheran 
Church, Mishicot, the Rev. David Worgull officiating. Burial will 
be in Mishicot Public Cemetery. 
Mrs. Brouchoud, nee Linda Weihemuller, was married April 21, 1910, 
to Peter Brouchoud. After 13 years of residence at Rockwood, the 
couple moved to Mishicot where she resided since. 
Besides her husband, she leaves two daughters, Mrs. John Frasch 
of Rt. 1, Mishicot, and Mrs. Erwin Frank of Manitowoc, a sister, 
Mrs. Emil Pries of Rt. 1, Mishicot; five brothers, William of 
Rt. 1, Mishicot; Albert of Fesden, N.D., Harry of Mohwol, N.D., 
Adolph of Loyal, Wis., and Norman Weihemuller of Wyandotte, Mich.; 
and three grandchildren.
Friends may call at Specht Funeral Home after 2 p.m. Sunday until 
11 a.m. Monday when the casket will be taken to the church where 
the body will lie in state until the time of service. 
Memorials may be sent to Manitowoc Lutheran High School and 
Christian Day School, Mishicot.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 7, 1962


LUELLA BROUCHOUD

Luella Brouchoud, 1915-1917, #63
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Brouchoud, of Mishicott are mourning the death 
of their infant child. The little one was one year and five months 
old and died Sunday. Friends from the city will attend the burial 
tomorrow at Mishicott.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, January 30, 1917, Page 3


MARK S. BROUCHOUD

Mark Brouchoud, age 87, formerly of 416 Park Lane, Mishicot, died Saturday, 
January 18, 1997, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 21, 1997, 
at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. Rev. John Neuser will officiate with 
burial in Holy Cross Catholic Church Cemetery, Mishicot.
He was born April 21, 1909, in Mishicot, son of the late Joseph and Julia 
(Rouillier) Brouchoud and has been a lifelong Mishicot area resident. He 
graduated from Mishicot High School in 1926, and married the former LaVerne 
Hansen at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers on September 28, 1935. Mr. 
Brouchoud was employed by the Hamilton Manufacturing Co., Wood Plant as a 
superintendent until his retirement. He served as past president of the Mishicot 
Lion's Club and was a member of the Hamilton Good Fellowship Club, the Hamilton 
Management Club, and the Knights of Columbus. Mr. Brouchoud proudly served as 
Village President of Mishicot from 1957 to 1967. He enjoyed bowling and was an 
avid golfer.
Survivors include his wife, LaVerne; two daughters and sons-in-law, Marlene and 
John Collins, Green Bay, Mary Lee and Richard Konitzer, Manitowoc; two grandchildren, 
James (Michelle) Collins, Lorrie (Doug) Kauffman: four great grandchildren, Mark and 
Anna Collins, Marty and Andy Kauffman; one sister, Lucy Graycarek, Mishicot; nieces 
and nephews. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Lester and Bernard 
Brouchoud.
Friends may call at the Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, from 9:30 a.m. Tuesday 
until leaving the funeral mass.
A memorial fund has been established in his name.
Herald Times Reporter, January 20, 1997  P. A2
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(21 Apr 1909/18 Jan 1997/SSDI)


MARY BROUCHOUD   (d. 1922)

MISHICOT:
Mrs. Mary Brouchoud, age 73, passed away Sunday at her home in Mishicot. 
The funeral was Wednesday morning, Rev. A. Belle, officiating.
The Reporter, Fri., Dec. 1, 1922


MARY ALICE BROUCHOUD   (d. 1927)

Mary Alice Brouchoud
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Mary Alice Brouchoud
Death Date:	13 Oct 1927
Death County: Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


MARY BROUCHOUD   (d. 1932)

Death Strikes For Third Time in Single Year.
Death's summons came to a single family thrice in the same year today 
with the passing at the homestead in the Town of Gibson of Mrs. Mary 
Brouchoud, 74. Her husband, Camille Brouchoud, passed away last July. 
A daughter, Mrs. Nic Just, died last month in Two Rivers. 
The maiden name of the deceased was Mary Cochenet and she was born in 
1858 and 54 years ago was married to Camille Brouchoud. 
Five sons, a daughter, a sister, and three brothers survive. Burial 
will take place Friday morning from the Holy Cross church in Mishicot. 
The remains were removed to the home of a son, Andrew, in Mishicot.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, March 30, 1932 


NORMA E. BROUCHOUD

Norma E. Brouchoud, age 72, formerly of 911 E. Linden Ave., Manitowoc, 
who had been residing at North Ridge Care Center for the past four 
years, died Friday afternoon, June 24, 1994, at Holy Family Memorial 
Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 28, 1994, at 
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic 
Church, Manitowoc. Mass of Christian Burial will be concelebrated by 
Rev. William Zimmer and her brother-in-law, Rev. Earl Brouchoud. Burial 
will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
She was born Norma E. Ouradnik, March 31, 1922, in Kewaunee, Wis., 
daughter of the late William and Violet Popelka Ouradnik. She married 
Archie A. Brouchoud, July 3, 1940, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 
Mishicot. The couple made their residence in Manitowoc after marriage. 
He preceded her in death December 20, 1972. She was a member of Sacred 
Heart Catholic Church, and had retired from the Mirro Aluminum company.
Survivors include two sons and one daughter-in-law, Norbert Brouchoud, 
Manitowoc, Lawrence and Jan Brouchoud, Appleton; four daughters and sons-
in-law, Beverly and Robert Cole, Manitowoc, Marilyn and Victor Ponce, 
Manitowoc, Darlene and Robert Kerber, Jr., Manitowoc, Diane and Alvaro 
Ponce, Texas; five brothers and three sisters-in-law, William and Alvina 
Ouradnik, Two Rivers, Jack Ouradnik, Illinois, Tom Ouradnik, Manitowoc, 
Melvin and Shirley Ouradnik, Manitowoc, Gary and Sandy Ouradnik, Mishicot; 
eight sisters and four brothers-in-law, Evelyn and Harold Hammerburg, 
Montana, Lorraine and Lenard Reno, Manitowoc, Helen Peters, Manitowoc, 
Hazel Arnemann, Manitowoc, Mary Ann Landt, Manitowoc, Joan and Harlas 
Luckow, Manitowoc, Jane Kracht, Two Rivers, Shirley and Allen Barner, Two 
Rivers; two brothers-in-law, Rev. Earl Brouchoud and Eugene Brouchoud, 
both of Manitowoc; a sister-in-law, Mary Lambert, Mishicot; 13 grandchildren; 
10 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. 
She was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Marvin Brouchoud.
Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4-8 p.m. 
Monday where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday evening.
Norma's joy was in reading and painting and helping others. She was very 
active in the programs at North Ridge, a very caring and giving person and 
well loved mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother.
Herald Times Reporter, June 26, 1994 P. A2
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(31 Mar 1922/24 Jun 1994/SSDI)


PASCAL BROUCHOUD

Pascal Brouchoud, 77, of 413 E. Main Street, Mishicot, died at home 
Monday morning. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at 
Lambert Funeral Home and at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 
Mishicot, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud officiating. Burial will be in the 
parish cemetery. 
Mr. Brouchoud was born in the Town of Gibson, Nov. 11, 1894, son of 
the late Camille and Mary Cochenet Brouchoud. He married Libbie 
Kronforst at Holy Cross Church Sept. 16, 1919. The couple farmed until 
retirement in the Town of Gibson. Mr. Brouchoud also was employed for 
a number of years at Manitowoc Shipbuilding, Inc.. He was a member of 
Holy Cross Church and its Holy Name Society. 
Surviving besides his wife are five daughters, Mrs. Robert (Ethel) 
Freimuth of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Mrs. Leonard (Bernice) Bodwin of Mishicot, 
Mrs. William (Elaine) Menges, and Mrs. Bernard (Carol) Cisler of Larrabee, 
and Mrs. James (Marie) Kocian of Two Rivers; a son Lloyd of Mishicot; 28 
grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Four brothers and two sisters 
preceded him in death. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday where memorial 
services will be at 8 p.m. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 14, 1972
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Francis Creek - 
Miss Libbie Kronforst and Pascal Brouchoud, two well known young people of this 
vicinity, were married at Holy Cross Church Tuesday morning. After a brief 
wedding trip the couple will return to make their home on a farm here.
Manitowoc Herald News, Sat., Sept. 20, 1919 page 4


PETER BROUCHOUD    (d. 1932)

Gibson Pioneer Dies at Home - Burial to be Monday
Funeral services for Peter Brouchord(sic), 75, of the Town of Gibson, 
who died Thursday at his home following a heart attack suffered a month 
ago, will be held from the Holy Cross Church at Mishicot Monday morning. 
Mr. Brouchord was born in Switzerland October 15, 1857 and at the age 
of seven immigrated to this country with his parents and settled in the 
Town of Gibson where he remained since. He was married 43 years ago to 
Hortense Galland who died 14 years ago at Gibson.
The old settler is survived by four daughters, Mrs. George DesJarlais of 
Lena, Mrs. August Felliez, Gibson, Mrs. Michael Millecki and Mrs. Harold 
Schultz, both of Two Rivers and two sons, John of Gibson and Arthur of 
Two Rivers. He also leaves 15 grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald News, Fri., Jan. 29, 1932 page 2
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Notes from Mishicot:
Funeral services for Peter Brouchard(sic), 75 of the Town of Gibson, who 
died Thursday at his home following a heart attack suffered a month ago, 
were held from the Holy Cross Church at Mishicot Monday morning. Mr. Brouchard 
was born in Switzerland and at the age of seven immigrated to this country with 
his parents and settled in the Town of Gibson where he remained since.
 He was married 43 years ago to Hortense Galland who died 14 years ago. He is 
survived by four daughters, Mrs. George Des Jarlais of Lena, Mrs. August Felliez, 
Gibson, Mrs. Michael Millecki and Mrs. Harold Schultz,, both of Two Rivers and 
two sons, John of Gibson and Arthur of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Feb. 4, 1932


PETER BROUCHOUD    (d. 1966)

Peter Brouchoud, 86, a lifelong resident of the Mishicot area, died 
early Thursday at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and 
Mrs. John Frasch of Rt. 1, Mishicot, with whom he resided. Funeral 
services will be at 1:30  p.m. Saturday at Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Mishicot. The Rev. A. L. Schmeling will officiate and burial 
will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery. Mr. Brouchoud was born Jan. 29, 
1880, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Eugene and Mary Couthon 
Brouchoud. He attended Jambo Creek School. On April 21, 1910, he 
married the former Linda Weihemuller. The couple resided at Rockwood 
for 13 years before moving to Mishicot. 
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. John (Adeline) Frasch, of Rt. 1, 
Mishicot, and Mrs. Erwin (Norma) Frank of Manitowoc; a brother, Richard, 
of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Pries, of Oconto Falls; three 
grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. 
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 3 p.m. Friday 
until 11 a.m. Saturday when the body will be moved to the church to lie 
in state until the time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, September 1, 1966 P.14


RICHARD BROUCHOUD

Richard G. Brouchoud, 87, died Sunday at Family Heritage Home, 
Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Lambert 
Funeral Home, and 9:30 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. 
A son, the Rev. Earl Brouchoud, will officiate with burial in the 
parish cemetery. 
Mr. Brouchoud was born April 16, 1888, in the Town of Gibson, son 
of the late Eugene and Mary Courtion Brouchoud. He married Bertha 
Ellerman June 9, 1909. She preceded him in death in 1971. He farmed 
in the Town of Gibson until 1926 when he moved to Mishicot where he 
operated a service station, retiring in 1956. Survivors include two 
sons, Eugene of Milwaukee and the Rev. Earl Brouchoud of Mishicot, 
10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Three sons and two 
daughters preceded him in death. 
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home after 4 o'clock this Monday 
afternoon where a memorial service will be at 7:30 o'clock. 
Herald Times Reporter, Monday, September 22, 1975.
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(17 Apr 1888/Sep 1975/SSDI) 


ROBERT JOHN BROUCHOUD

Robert John Brouchoud, age 33, of 411 Elizabeth St., Mishicot, died unexpectedly 
Sunday, April 18, 2004 at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital in Milwaukee, after 
a very brief illness.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 22, 2004 at 
Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, with the Rev. Paul Paider officiating, 
with burial to follow in the parish cemetery.
Bob was born Oct. 12, 1970 in Manitowoc, to Lloyd and Joan Scheuer Brouchoud and 
has been a lifelong area resident. He was a graduate of the Mishicot High School, 
graduating with the class of 1989. He worked as a custodian for the Mishicot Public 
School system for the past nine years. He served his community as a volunteer 
firefighter and as a driver for the Mishicot Ambulance Service. He was a member 
of the Mishicot Sportsmen's Club, the Mishicot Hunters Club and was an avid bowler, 
hunter and fisherman.
Bob is survived by his parents: Lloyd and Joan; his sisters and brother: Diane and 
Al Blashka of Manitowoc; Patrick and Terri Brouchoud of Mishicot; Theresa (Terry) 
Brouchoud of Sun Prairie; Lori and Terry (T.J.) Jansky of Mishicot; Kim Brouchoud 
and her special friend: Todd Funk, both of Mishicot; and by his niece and nephew: 
Kristin Jansky and Brady Brouchoud, both of Mishicot; aunts, uncles, cousins and 
many special friends.
Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Lambert-Eckert 
Funeral Home in Mishicot. A 7 p.m. parish wake service will be held at the funeral 
home on Wednesday night. Visitation will continue after 9 a.m. on Thursday at Holy 
Cross Catholic Church in Mishicot, until the time of service at 11 a.m.
A memorial fund has been established in his name.
Herald Times Reporter, April 20, 2004  P. A3


SARAH BROUCHOUD

Mrs. John Brouchoud, 83, Route 1, Mishicot, died Friday morning at home. She 
was born at Shullsburg, Wis. Jan. 31, 1898. 
She is the daughter of the late Thomas and Adeline DeRocher Harty. The former 
Sarah Harty was married at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Shullsburg to John A. 
Brouchoud on Sept. 10, 1919. He preceded her in death in February, 1973.
Mrs. Brouchoud was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot, and is 
an honorary member of the Ladies Altar Society. She was also a member of the 
Mishicot VFW Auxiliary.
She is survived by nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by five brothers 
and three sisters.
Services will be Tuesday, 11 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot. Rev. 
Earl Brouchoud will officiate. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Friends 
may call between 4 and 8 p.m. Monday at the Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot. 
Memorial service is set for 7:30 p.m. Monday.
Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 17, 1982 p.3  
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(31 Jan 1898/Jan 1982/SSDI)


SUSAN MARIE BROUCHOUD

Funeral services for Susan Marie, infant daughter of Linda Joan Scheuer 
Brouchoud, Larrabee, who died shortly after birth at Holy Family Hospital,
Manitowoc, Monday night were at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at Specht
Funeral Home, Mishicot, and at 9 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, the
Rev. Anthony Betley officiating. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Besides the parents she leaves two sisters, Diane and Theresa, and a
brother, Patrick, at home, and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs.
Pascal Brouchoud, Rt. 1, Mishicot.
Two Rivers Reporter, July 31, 1963 T-5


PETER BROUCHOUD

Gibson Pioneer Dies at Home - Burial to be Monday
Funeral services for Peter Brouchord(sic), 75, of the Town of Gibson, who died 
Thursday at his hoe following a heart attack suffered a month ago, will be held 
from the Holy Cross Church at Mishicot Monday morning. Mr. Brouchord was born 
in Switzerland October 15, 1857 and at the age of seven immigrated to this 
country with his parents and settled in the Town of Gibson where he remained 
since. He was married 43 years ago to Hortense Galland who died 14 years ago 
at Gibson.
The old settler is survived by four daughters, Mrs. George DesJarlais of Lena, 
Mrs. August Felliez, Gibson, Mrs. Michael Millecki and Mrs. Harold Schultz, both 
of Two Rivers and two sons, John of Gibson and Arthur of Two Rivers. He also 
leaves 15 grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald News, Fri., Jan. 29, 1932 page 2


MINNIE BRUENIG

Stricken with a heart attack while reading in her farm home, Mrs. Minnie Bruenig, 
82, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died unexpectedly Thursday afternoon.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 
Mishicot, the Rev. Edward Zell officiating. Interment will be in the Mishicot 
Public Cemetery.
Mrs. Bruenig, nee Minnie Kunz, was born at Branch in 1870, a daughter of the late 
Godfrey and Elizabeth Foltz Kunz. She was married in 1900 at Branch to William 
Bruenig, and a year later the couple acquired a farm in the town of Mishicot where 
she resided since. Her husband preceded her in death eight years ago.
Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Herbert Krueger of Manitowoc, and a son, Raymond, 
operating the farm; and a sister, Mrs. Ida Specht of the village of Mishicot. Two 
brothers and a sister preceded her in death.
For many years Mrs. Bruenig was acitve in the St. Peter Ladies Auxiliary at Mishicot.
Friends may call at the Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, from 7 p.m. Friday until 
10:45 a.m. Sunday when the casket will be taken to the church where it will lie in 
state until the hour of services.
Feb. 12th, 1953 (hand written)


WILLIAM BRUENIG

William Bruenig, 75, a town of Mishicot farmer for the past 43 years, died 
Wednesday afternoon at the Municipal Hospital in Two Rivers, following a 
lingering illness. Funeral services will be held 2 pm Saturday at the St. 
Peter's Lutheran church at Mishicot, with the Rev. Edward Zell officiating. 
Burial will be in the Mishicot Public Cemetery.
The body is at the Specht Funeral Home at Mishicot where it may be viewed 
this evening until 1:30 pm Saturday when it will be removed to the church.
The son of Mr. and Mrs. August Bruenig, Mr. Bruenig was born on a farm near 
Branch in 1871. He married the former Miss Minnie Kunz, also of Branch, on 
October 31, 1901 and for the past 43 years had resided on a farm on Route 1, 
Mishicot.
He was a member of the school board on the Kettle Range School in the Town 
of Mishicot for several years; a director of the Mishicot State Bank for a 
number of years and until the time of his death, was a trustee for the 
Mishicot Public Cemetery Association.
Surviving are his wife; one son, Raymond on the home farm; a daughter, Mrs. 
Herbert Krueger of Manitowoc; five grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. Cora 
Reus of West Pullman, Ill.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, Dec. 12, 1946 page 2


RALPH BRUENING

(From the correspondent in Mishicott. 09 Jan.)
Death Wed. last week of one of the 4-mo. old twin sons of 
Wm. Bruenig. The little body was taken to its last rest on 
Fri. in the local cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 19 Jan. 1905 
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Ralph Bruenig
birth: 6 September 1904 Mishicott
death: 10 January 1905 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Mishicott
residence: 1905 Mishicott
father: William Bruenig
mother: Minnie
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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(His tombstone apparently has the surname mis-spelled. Should be
Bruenig)


JAMES EDWARD BRUHN

James Bruhn, 25, of Denver, Colo., died Sunday as a result of an automobile 
accident. Funeral services will be at 2 pm Thursday at Zion United Methodist 
Church, Mishicot. The Rev. Cletus Kramer will officiate and burial will be in 
Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mr. Bruhn was born July 4, 1947, son of Roger and Pearl Pfefferkorn Bruhn. He 
was graduated from Mishicot Community High School and served in the United 
States Army in Germany andVietnam from 1966 to 1969. He moved to Colorado in 
September of 1972.
Survivors include his parents, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, three brothers, John of 
Rt. 2, Two Rivers and Gerald and David of Rt. 1, Two Rivers; three sisters, 
Mrs. Robert (Judith) Rank of Two Rivers, Mrs. Robert (Patricia) Kunz of 
Manitowoc and Barbara, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers and maternal granndparents, Mr. 
and Mrs. Edwin Pfefferkorn of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot after 4 pm Wednesday until 
noon Thursday and at the church until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., June 5, 1973 page 13


ROGER BRUHN

Roger J. Bruhn, age 86, of 1121 Meadow Drive, town of Two Rivers, entered 
into eternal life on Saturday, May 8, 2010, at the Aurora Medical Center in 
Two Rivers. Roger was born June 21, 1923, in the town of Two Rivers, where 
he resided his entire life. He was a graduate of the Mishicot High School-
graduating with the class of 1941. He married the former Pearl Pfefferkorn 
Nov. 16, 1946, in Denmark, Wis. Roger owned and operated the 153-year-old 
family farmstead in the town of Two Rivers his entire working life. He served 
on the Mishicot Board of Education when Mishicot began building schools. He 
enjoyed gardening.
Survivors include his wife, Pearl, three daughters and sons-in-law; three sons 
and daughters-in-law; 14 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren (private). 
He is further survived by two brothers and three sisters-in-law; one sister; 
one brother-in-law (private), nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, 
he also was preceded in death by one son, James Bruhn.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 11, 2010, at Zion 
United Methodist Church in Mishicot, with the Rev. Jeff Uhler officiating. 
Burial to follow in the Mishicot Public Cemetery. Relatives and friends may 
call after 9 a.m. Tuesday at the church until the time of service at 11:30 
a.m. There will be no Monday evening visitation. The Lambert-Eckert Funeral 
Home of Mishicot is assisting the Bruhn family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 9, 2010


ALICE J. BRUNNER

Alice J. Brunner, age 95, of 1235 S. 24th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday 
evening, March 18, 2007, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. 
The former Alice Franz was born July 24, 1911, in the town of Mishicot, 
daughter of the late Herman and Rose Bonfigt Franz. Alice was an 
accomplished artist that created beautiful oil paintings and greeting 
cards. 
Survivors include one sister, Gertrude Oswald of Manitowoc; two brothers 
and two sisters-in-law,  nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
survive. She was preceded in death by one brother, Roland Franz; and three 
sisters, Caroline Haag; Lucille Wilfert; and Emily Fricke. 
Funeral services will be held at noon Wednesday, March 21, 2007, at St. 
Francis of Assisi Parish-Waldo Blvd Site. The Rev. Gerald Foley will 
celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with cremation to follow, and burial 
of her cremated remains at Holy Cross Cemetery in Mishicot at a later date. 
Relatives and friends may call at the church on Wednesday from 11 a.m. until 
the time of service at noon. 
The Jens Family Funeral Home and Crematory of Manitowoc are serving the family. 
Herald Times Reporter, March 20, 2007 
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Two Rivers Girl Goes Under Knife After An Accident
Two Rivers - (Special) - Miss Alice Franz, 20, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herman 
Franz of Town Mishicot has undergone an amputation of her right arm as a result 
of injuries received in an accident in this city Wednesday night. The arm was 
so badly crushed as to necessitate amputation below the elbow.
The car in which Miss Franz was riding was driven by Louis Brunner, amateur 
boxer who has fought several times in Sheboygan rings. Their coupe skidded and 
overturned near the Recreational park and was completely demolished. Brunner was 
uninjured.
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In 1930, Alice Franz lost her right arm when it was amputated after an automobile 
accident. Since she was naturally right-handed, she needed to learn to use her 
left hand to perform right hand functions.
Alice married Louis Brunner in 1932, and they moved to Sheboygan where they 
operated a store. After 16 years, they parted ways, and Alice went to Florida for 
her health at the suggestion of her doctor, but missed the Wisconsin climate and 
moved back after a year and a half. She found work as a housekeeper and after 10 
years purchased a farm home in the Town of Schleswig.
Due to health concerns, regular work was out of the question, and she felt the need 
to do something creative to occupy her time. At the urging of a local shopkeeper, 
she took an art course in Kiel being taught by Geoffrey Jenkinson, a famous English 
artist. He taught her to observe art forms, which came to her attention as she 
walked to the mailbox in the form of tiny flowers and portions of weeds. She did 
her first painting on the back of a windowshade, because it was less expensive to 
work with than canvas.
Alice created original greeting cards using the flowers and weeds she collected in 
a basket on her walks, and then dried and pressed between the pages of old mail-order 
catalogs. She made simple arrangements first on white cards; later the arrangements 
became more detailed and she used water-color washes on the cards to create moods.  
A thin sheet of contact plastic protected the plants on the cards form being broken 
or brushed off. No two cards were the same.
She did her major work for two hours in the evening, and needed to rest several hours 
a day due to a heart condition. Between gathering the plants, creating the cards, and 
tending her home and garden, Alice painted to relax. The pictures she turned out were 
those of a talented artist with full use of their facilities, yet she did them with 
only her left hand.
You could purchase her cards for the same price or less of a good commercially printed 
card, and she exhibited her cards and her paintings at craft shows, in places such as 
the Wade House in Greenbush. She tackled almost any subject and her exhibited pictures 
won several awards. Several family members now have her work in their homes.
(all articles about Alice were sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


MARY SUZANNE BRUNKHORST

Mrs. Jay (Mary Sue) Brunkhorst, 28 of Eagen, Minnesota, died Saturday afternoon, 
January 18, 1986. Funeral services will be 11 am Wednesday at Holy Cross Catholic 
Church, Mishicot. Rev. Msgr. James Feely will officiate with burial to follow in 
the parish cemetery.
Mrs. Brunkhorst was born April 21, 1957, at Mishicot, daughter of Lucille Kemper 
Haese and the late Clarence Haese. She attended Holy Cross Catholic School and 
was a graduate of Mishicot Community High School in 1975. Mary Sue was also a 
graduate of University of Minnesota in 1980. She received a Bachelor of Science 
Degree in Dental Hygiene. Mary Sue was an instructor of Dental Hygiene at 
Normandale Community College at Bloomington, Minnesota. She married Jay Brunkhorst 
in June of 1981.
Survivors include her husband, Jay; her mother of Mishicot; three brothers, John 
Haese of Tisch Mills, James Haese of Mishicot and Chris Haese of U.W. Stevens 
Point; five sisters, Mrs. Mike (Cathy) Ercegovac of Winneconne, Mrs. Roy (Margie) 
Krizizke of Schaumburg, Illinois, Mrs. Ross (Betty) Fuller of Waukesha, Mrs. Jane 
Zipperer of Mishicot and Mrs. Brad (Laurie) Thatcher of Rochester, Minnesota; 
nieces and nephews also survived.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, from 6 pm to 8 pm Tuesday 
evening. A memorial service will be held at 7:00 pm Tuesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Jan. 20, 1986 page 3


FRANCES BUCKLEY

Mrs. John Buckley, 81, nee Fannie Dolesal, of Mishicot, died suddenly 
this noon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. William Brodkorb, Route 1, 
Two Rivers.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Specht funeral 
home in Mishicot. Burial will be in the Mishicot cemetery.
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Brodkorb of Mishicot, Mrs. George 
Kornely of Shoto; son, William of Swanano; three sisters, 10 grandchildren 
and four great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday October 27, 1943   P. 2


JOHN BUCKLEY

JOHN BUCKLEY, MISHICOT MAN, DEAD AT AGE 69
John Buckley, well known Mishicot man, who came to this county 
from his native state, Pennsylvania, as a boy and had spent 
practically his entire life here, was buried today. Mr. Buckley's 
death due to asthma which affected his heart, occurred Saturday. 
Deceased was 69 years of age, born in 1860, and was married to 
Frances Dalazel in 1884. His wife and three children, William, of 
Pulaski and Mrs. W. J. Brodkorb, Mishicot and Mrs. Kornely, Shoto, 
survive. There are also ten grandchildren surviving. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, June 18, 1929  P. 2


FRANCIS A. BULA

Francis Bula, 61, route 1, Maribel, died Saturday, April 30, at Holy Family 
Medical Center, Manitowoc. He was born April 18, 1927 at Antigo, son of 
Angeline Bansak and the late John Bula. On June 3, 1967 he married the former 
Lois Pingel.
Survivors include his wife; his mother of Two Rivers; a son and daughter-in-
law, Scott and Mary Bula, Manitowoc; a daughter, Lori at home; a brother, 
Raymond Bula, Antigo; and two sisters, Mrs. Rita Pike, Florida and Sister 
Irmina, Two Rivers.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Donald. The Mass of Christian Burial 
was celebrated Tuesday by Msgr. James Feely at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 
Mishicot; Burial was in the church cemetery.
Denmark Press - Thursday, May 5, 1988


ROSELLA M. BUNKER

Rosella (Wildfong) Bunker, age 79, of 6619 Highway 147, town of Gibson, died 
unexpectedly Sunday Nov. 25, 2001 at her residence.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am. On Thursday Nov. 29, 2001 at the 
Lambert Funeral Home in Mishicot with the Rev. William O'Brien officiating. 
Burial will take place in the Holy Cross Catholic Parish Cemetery.
Rosie was born April 9, 1922 in West DePere, Wis., to the late Felix and 
Antoinette Ebben Garsow, and has been a Mishicot area resident for the past 
25 years. She married Joseph Bunker and he preceded her in death in 1982. 
Rosie worked for the Mirro Corporation as a press operator for many years and 
retired in 1988. She enjoyed playing cards and spending quality time with her 
family and many friends.
Survivors include her children: Felix and Sandra Wildfong, of Green Bay, Linda 
Aldrich and her Fiance Quentin Schultz both of Mishicot, Carol and Rich Thor, 
of Mishicot, JoDe and Lois Bunker of Mishicot. Rosie is further survived by 
11 grandchildren: Patrick Wildfong, Wesley and Wayne Aldrich, Laura Fencl, 
Tamara Blanke, Nichol Schumacher, Mallory Kochan, Jacob and Hailey Wildfong, 
Justin and Samantha Bunker, five great-grandchildren: Katie and Kelly Aldrich, 
Ryan Daley. Her sisters and brothers: Genevieve Nelson, of DePere, Florence 
and Norbert Hoes of Florida, Norbert and Eunice Garsow, of DePere, Marie 
Glowacki, of DePere, Bernadine and George Moreau, of DePere, Donald and Nancy 
Garsow, of DePere, nieces nephews and many special friends. She was also 
preceded in death by one son: David Wildfong in 1988, and by two brothers-in-
law: Lawrence Nelson and John Glowacki.
Relatives and friends may call from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the 
Lambert Funeral Home in Mishicot. Visitation will continue after 9 a.m. on 
Thursday at the funeral home, until the time of service at 10:30 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, November 27, 2001  P. A6



ELLA BURMEISTER

Mrs. Ella Burmeister, 79, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died unexpectedly late Saturday 
evening at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, the Rev. 
Charles Freuden officiating. Burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mrs. Burmeister was born Oct. 26, 1891, in the Town of Mishicot, daughter of 
the late August and Wibke Lush Dose. She was married in November of 1919 to 
Herman Burmeister and they farmed in the Town of Mishicot. He preceded her in 
death in 1950. 
She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Raymond (Lourella) Zimmer, of Rt. 2, Two 
Rivers, and three sons, Herman and Orrie of Two Rivers, and Ernst at home. Also 
surviving are nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Monday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 12, 1971


ERNST BURMEISTER

Ernst Burmeister, age 67, of 1406 16th St., Two Rivers, passed away Monday, 
May 11, 1998, at his residence.
Private graveside services were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, 1998 (today), 
at Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Ernst was born August 13, 1930, in the town of Mishicot, son of the late Herman 
and Ella Dose Burmeister, and has been a life-long area resident. Mr. Burmeister 
was a farmer,and worked for several area businesses.
Survivors include two brothers and one sister-in-law, Herman and Florence 

Burmeister, Two Rivers, and Orrie Burmeister, Two Rivers; one sister and brother-
in-law, Laurella and Raymond Zimmer, Two Rivers; and nieces and nephews. He was 
also preceded in death by one sister, Margaret; and two sisters-in-law, Audrey 
Burmeister and Fay Burmeister.
The Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, May 13, 1998 P. 2


HENRY BURMEISTER

Mr. Henry Burmeister died Oct. 21, 1907 in the Town of Mishicot, Wis., at the 
age of 76 years. In 1853 he came to this country located at Branch and three 
years later moved to his present farm. In 1858 he married Miss Minnie Hidle 
who preceded him in death in 1885. Ten children were born to them, four daughters 
and six sons, all living. Funeral took place from the home Thursday, October 24, 
2:00 pm. He was buried at the Mishicot Cemetery, Rev. M. Uebele officiating.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 26, 1907


HERMAN BURMEISTER

Services for Herman Burmeister, Sr., 71, Mishicot farmer who died 
at home Saturday, April 1, were held from the Specht Funeral Home 
at 2 p.m. on Tuesday with Clifford Post officiating. Burial was 
in the Mishicot public cemetery.
(Pallbearers omitted for privacy) 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 6, 1950 


MARGARET BURMEISTER

Little Margaret Burmeister, second child of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Burmeister, 
Mishicot, was taken to the Holy Family Hospital at Manitowoc, last Wednesday 
in a very serious condition following a severe case of scarlet fever. The 
family has been in quarantine for nearly four weeks, three other children, 
Lorella, age 8, Herman Jr., age 4 and Orrie, age two, having had the malady 
simultaneously. All recovered from the fever with the exception of Margaret 
whose vitality seemed unable to throw it off. At the time she was taken to 
the hospital, her temperature registered 106, Mr. Burmeister said. 
There was quite an epidemic in and around the village of Mishicot this spring 
and the Burmeister family was one of the last to get it. Reports received from 
the hospital this morning said the child was bravely holding her own.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., June 7, 1930 page 11


BETSEY BURT

MRS. BURTT (sic), mother of Pierre Burrt of this city, died at the home 
of her son on Sunday last at the advanced age of 84.
Manitowoc Pilot, November 2, 1893  P. 3
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(1860 Gibson census:
Edward M. Burt age 56; Betsey 50; Charles 19; George 23;
Milo 18; St. Piere 9)
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(1870 Gibson census:
Betsy Bartt 60; Sr. Rein 19; George 33; Almira 25; Allel 8; 
Esther 5; Alice 3; Eunice 1)
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(1880 Gibson census:
Pere Burtt age 29; wife Mary 26; May 6; Laura 4; Edna 1;
mother Bethsa(sic) 69)


ESTHER BURT

Death has entered the home of Frank Burt in Gibson and claimed the wife and 
mother, leaving a husband and six children to mourn the loss of one who was 
idolized. Ill less than three days, the death of Mrs. Burt was a painful 
shock to neighbors and friends by whom she was esteemed highly. Mrs. Burt, 
nee Etta Walsworth, was a native of the county, born at Cato in 1872. The 
burial was held from the home on Sunday, Rev. Thompson, of Two Rivers 
officiating. The large concourse of friends who attended to pay a last 
tribute to the dead testified to the love which had been bestowed upon her.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, October 3, 1907 P. 4
********
Mrs. Frank Burt of Gibson, died last Thursday, September 26 and was buried on 
Sunday, Rev. A. Thomson of this city conducted the funeral services. She was 
born in the Town of Cato, May 3, 1872 and was married to Frank Burt of Gibson 
December 21, 1892, her maiden name being Esther Walsworth. She was a member of 
the Presbyterian Church in her home town and after a brief and busy life passed 
to her rest. She leaves a husband, six children, a mother, a sister and a 
brother to mourn her loss. She was a devoted wife and mother. The bereaved 
family have the sympathy of all their friends evidenced by the large number 
who attended her funeral.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 5, 1907
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(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 01 Oct.)
Death last week at her home near Larrabee of Mrs. F. Burtt(sic) following an operation. 
She was a highly esteemed lady and leaves a host of friends to mourn her passing. 
She is survived by her husband and 6 children of whom the oldest is 15 and youngest 
about 1-1/2. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the funeral home to the 
Gibson Cemetery.
Der Nord Westen, 03 Oct. 1907
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Notes From Zander:
Mrs. Frank Burtt(sic) died on Thursday of last week after a short illness. Her death was 
due to gall stones. The funeral took place last Sunday. Interment at Larabee cemetery.
She was born in the town of Cato, May 2, 1872 and was married to Frank Burtt of 
Gibson December 21, 1892 and bore him six children, all of whom are living. Her 
maiden name was Esther Manz. She was a devoted wife and mother and the large 
attendance at her funeral testified to the high esteem in which she was held by her 
neighbors.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, October 3, 1907  pg. 8
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(Note: Her stone is here in the Mishicot Public cemetery)


FRANK B. BURT

FRANK B. BURT DIES AT HOME
Retired Town of Gibson Man To Be Buried Wednesday
Frank B. Burt, 63, retired town of Gibson farmer, died suddenly Sunday noon 
of heart attack at his farm home.
Mr. Burt arose as usual Sunday morning and was up until nearly noon. He 
complained of feeling ill. His daughter assisted him to bed but he died before 
the arrival of a physician.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the farm home with 
interment in the Mishicot cemetery.
The deceased was born in Gibson in 1871 and was married there in 1892 to Esther 
Walsworth. They located on a farm in the township. Mrs. Burt died in 1907.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Henry Kasten and Mrs. Dewey Kasten of 
Gibson, Mrs. Gladys Breseman, Marshfield; three sons, Harold of Wausau, Floyd 
of Mrshfield and Norman of Mishicot; a sister, Mrs. Ella Clarke, Two Rivers; 
three brothers, Herbert and Cory of Marshfield and Jessie of Niles, Mich., and 
nine grandchildren.
The body is to be removed to the Burt home Tuesday from the Specht funeral 
parlors at Mishicot.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 26, 1934 P. 2


REV. HAROLD M. BURT

The Rev. Harrold(sic) M. Burt, 86, died Saturday evening, June 19, at Manitowoc 
County Health Care Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot. The 
Rev. Daniel Wright will officiate and burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
The Rev. Burt was born May 25, 1896, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late 
Frank and Esther Walsworth Burt. During his ministry, he served at congregations 
at Red Wing, Minn., and Loveland, Colo., until retiring and moving to Manitowoc 
County. He was a veteran of World War I.
Survivors include two sons, George Burt of Eau Claire, and Lowell Burt of Mukwonago; 
a daughter, Mrs. Vernon (Joyce) Rassmusen of Clintonville; a brother, Norman Burt 
of Mishicot; seven grandchidlren and two great grandchildren. He was preceded in 
death by his wife, Amber Brown Burt; three sisters and a brother.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home Tuesday from noon until the time of 
services.
Herald Times Reporter, June 21, 1982 P. 3


MYRTLE BURT

Mrs. Myrtle Burt, aged 89, of the Village of Mishicot, died Thursday morning, 
November 5, 1992, at the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Peters Ev. Lutheran Church, 
Mishicot. The Rev. David Waege will officiate with burial to follow at Mishicot 
Public Cemetery.
Myrtle was born on July 6, 1903 in the Town of Mishicot, daughter of the late 
William and Martha Blum Redeker. She married Norman Burt on November 26, 1927 
at St. Peters Ev. Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death on April 5, 1985. 
She was a member of St. Peters Ev. Lutheran Church and the Ladies Bible Hour.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Harold and Mary Ann Burt, Mishicot; 
three grandchildren and spouses, Jeff and Debbie Burt, Mark and Cheryl Burt, and 
Julie and Greg LeClair, all of Two Rivers; 4 great grandchildren, Ashley, Danielle 
and Erik Burt, and Max LeClair. Preceded in death by two brothers.
Friends may call at St. Peters Ev. Lutheran Church from 9 a.m. Saturday until the 
time of services. Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, November 6, 1992  P. A2


NORMAN BURT

Norman B. Burt, 80, of the Village of Mishicot, died Friday afternoon, April 5, 
at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Mishicot. The Rev. David Vaege will officiate and burial will be in Mishicot 
Public Cemetery.
Mr. Burt was born April 17, 1904, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Frank 
and Esther Walsworth Burt. He married Myrtle Redeker, Nov. 26, 1927, at St. Peter 
Lutheran Church, Mishicot. Mr. Burt did painting and wallpaper work and ran a 
paint store in Mishicot for a number of years and then was employed at Manitowoc 
Health Care Center until retiring. He was a member of St. Peter Evangelical 
Lutheran Chruch, Mishicot.
Survivors include his wife, Myrtle of Mishicot; a son and daughter-in-law, Harold 
and Mary Ann Burt of Mishicot; three grandchildren, Jeff, Mark and Julie Burt and 
nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday and 
Monday at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of services. Memorials may be made 
to St. Peter Lutheran Church, Mishicot.
Herald Times Reporter, April 6, 1985 P. 3


HAZEL O. BURTSCHER

Hazel O. Burtscher, age 90, of 1235 S. 24th St., Manitowoc, was called to her 
eternal rest Friday, April 11, 1997, at a local nursing home.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 13, 1997, at the Lambert 
Funeral Home, Mishicot. Rev. Steve Rose will officiate with burial in Mishicot 
Public Cemetery.
She was born September 19, 1906, in Franklin, Kentucky, to the late Sherman and 
Daisy (Johnston) Dickens and has been a resident of Manitowoc since 1980. Mrs. 
Burtscher was ordained a Minister of the Baptist Church in 1929. She married 
Henry Burtscher October 20, 1923, in Handleton, Tenn. He preceded her in death 
August 13, 1972. Mrs. Burtscher loved being with and ministering to all people. 
She was a lifelong member of the Mitchelville General Baptist Church, Mitchelville, 
Tenn.
Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Ruby Nell and James Riley, Mishicot; 
one son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Tamara Burtscher, Saginaw, Mich.; three 
grandchildren, Pam (Clayton) Jebavy, Ann Michel and her fiance, Conrad Waniger, 
Michelle Burtscher; five great grandchildren, Rebecca, Dana, Jill, Jamie, and 
Johnny; one brother, Douglas (Lizzie) Dickens, Portland, Tenn.; one sister, Reed 
(Bob) West, Portland, Tenn.
Friends may call at the Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 1 p.m. on Sunday 
(TODAY) until the time of funeral service.
Herald Times Reporter, April 13, 1997 P. A2


JACK BUSTABO

Jack (Buster) Bustabo, 71, of 1620 6th St., Green Bay, died unexpectedly early 
Tuesday morning, August 29, 1989 at home. Funeral services will be 11 am Friday 
at Zion United Methodist Church, Mishicot. Rev. Ronald Helgerson will officiate 
and burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery with military graveside services.
Mr. Bustabo was born November 5, 1917 at Milwaukee, son of the late Alex and 
Blanche Kaderabek Bustabo. He served with the United States Army from 1942 to 
1945. He married Catherine Ann Chabitch, May 1, 1971. Mr. Bustabo was employed 
with Gateway Transportation Company for 23 years, when he retired and moved to 
Mishicot and operated Kitty Kat Tailor Shop. He was a Musician for 57 years 
playing the saxaphone, clarinet, flute and piccolo. Mr. Bustabo played for the 
Baby Doll Polka Club and bands in Manitowoc, Sheboygan and Green Bay area. 
Survivors include his wife, a sister, Guila of Birmingham, Alabama; a half-sister, 
Olga Bustabo of Puerto Rico. Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 
4 pm to 9 pm Thursday and Friday at the church from 10 am until the time of 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Aug. 30, 1989 page B11


FRANCIS BUTLER

Francis M. (Frank ) Butler, 83, of ?? Cty. Tk. B, Two Rivers, died suddenly 
early Wednesday morning, January 17, 1990 at the Two Rivers Community Hospital. 
Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot. 
Services will be conducted jointly by President Roland Baldwin of the Church of 
Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Manitowoc, and Msgr. James Feely of Holy Cross 
Catholic Church, Mishicot. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
Mr. Butler was born May 1, 1906 at Urbana, Illinois, son of the late James H. 
and Anna Moore Butler. He married Wilma Steffel on December 13, 1906 at Kentland, 
Indiana. They moved to Michigan in ?? and then to Wisconsin in ??. Mr. Butler was 
a Baker all his life. He owned his own bakery in Escanaba, Michigan and in Two 
Rivers, Wisconsin. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day 
Saints.
Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara and Joe D?? and Arlene 
and Joe Katzbum, both of Gladstone, Michigan; five sons and daughters-in-law, Wayne 
and Elvira Butler of Steeleville, Illinois, Paul and Patricia Cayer of Bark River, 
Michigan, Darryl and Chris Butler of Beaver Island, Michigan, Lloyd and Katherine 
Butler of Mishicot, Allen and Pat Cayer of Wautoma, Wisconsin and a special niece, 
Eunice Nelson of Bark River, Michigan; 23 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. 
he was preceded in death by his wife, Wilma in 1984 and three brothers.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 4 pm to 9 pm Friday and Saturday 
morning to the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Jan. 18, 1990 page B8 
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