HOLY CROSS II OBITUARIES [ M-Z ]

HENRY F. MANGER

Manitowoc Tribune 
Vol. 17 No. 42 
Thursday February 2, 1871 
Page 1 Column 4 

Mishicott Jan 30 1871 
Ed. Tribue - It becomes our painful duty to record one of those distressing 
tragedies that are becoming alarmingly prevalent in our own town, as well as 
all over the country, and which shocked and startled our quiet village on the 
evening of the 25th inst. in the announcement that Henry F. Manger, one of our 
citizens had committed suicide by hang [sic] himself in his shop, which, he 
used as a tannery. This is the third case of suicide in our town since last May.  
It is the same old story - family troubles mixed with bad whisky.
The deceased was a native of Germany and is said, at one time to have been possessed 
of some means. He had occasionally been heard to say that he would put an end to 
his existence; but no one supposed that he entertained any serious idea putting 
into execution such threats.
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Manitowoc Tribune 
Vol. 17 No. 42 
Thursday February 2, 1871 
Page 1 Column 2 

Suicide.  -- Henry F. Manger, a man quite advanced in years, hung himself 
Wednesday Jan. 25th to a beam in his Tannery in Mishicott because he had been 
required to enter into bonds to keep the peace for six months, and either would 
not [ink blot covers next word] could not give the security demanded.   
First cause:  habitual drunkenness.


DORA MATHIESEN

From Der Nord Westen, 06 June 1907:
Death in Two Creeks of Mrs. M. Mathiesen, one of the old settlers of 
that town, leaving several grown children. The funeral was held Tuesday.


IRA MATHIESEN

(The following was sent in by a family member/see contributors page)
I was looking through your Manitowoc geneology website and in a section
called "Manitowoc Deaths Not in the Cemeteries" I found the name of a
relative of mine that I knew - Ira Mathiesen (two of my great great
grandmothers were Mathiesens). There was a note requesting information
on the individuals. Ira is buried in the Holy Cross II Cemetary in
Mishicot. He is in a gravesite with his parents, Agnes and Richard who
appeared in your Holy Cross II index. Also buried with him are two of
his brothers, Otto, George, a third male I can't remember the name of 
who from the age must have been another brother, along with his twin 
sisters Lucy and Anne. 
Ira, George, Otto, Lucy and Anne all lived on a farm together on Lake
Michigan just north of the town of Two Creeks. When I was a kid a
highlight of our vacations to Wisconsin was a trip to the Mathiesens'
farm to see the cows, pigs and horses. My grandfather, another Ira - 
Ira Johnson, always made sure we stopped by.
Ira Mathiesen was the oldest of the five and never learned to drive a 
car or a tractor. When he was still working the farm (they got bought 
out by the nuclear power plants) he still used a team of work horses. 
He liked to brag that he had the last team of working horses in the 
county and one of the last in the state.
None of the five Mathiesens on the farm ever got married, but another
brother who must be buried somewhere else, Earl (I think thats right)
moved to town (believe it was Two Rivers) and had lots of kids so there
are probably lots of Mathiesen relatives around the county yet.
I hope this information proves useful. If you would like any additional
information please email me and hopefully I will be able to help you.



LOUIS MATHIESEN

From Der Nord Westen, 20 Dec. 1906:
Death in Town Two Rivers on Thursday of Louis Mathiesen, 
a young man, following a blood vessel bursting in his 
brain. The funeral was held Saturday.
(Note: Dec. 11, 1906 was a Tuesday, but I think this obit goes with this Louis.)


MATHIAS MATHIESEN

From the Two Rivers Manitowoc Co. Chronicle, Tue. May 5, 1891:
Mathias Matheasen(sic) aged 67 yrs.
Mr. Matheasen was born in Denmark. He came to this county in
1848. Settling near the village of Mishicott where he kept a
store for years. Later he lived at Two Creeks where he was
interested in two piers, also keeping a store there. Of late
years he had given up the store business and gone into farming
and cheese manufacturing quite extensively. He still owned a 
large farm near this village and several large ones at Two Creeks.
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From Der Nord Westen, 07 May 1891:
Death in Two Creeks on 03 May of Mathias Mathiesen, an old and beloved 
resident of that town at the age of 66. He is survived by 8 children.


MAYME MEINEKE

Mrs. William Meineke, 66, of 715 State St. Mishicot, died unexpectedly at Two 
Rivers Municipal Hospital Thursday evening.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 
Mishicot, the Rev. Herbert Kesting officiating. Burial will be in the Mishicot 
Public Cemetery.
Mrs. Meineke, nee Mae(sic) Redeker, was born in the Town of Mishicot, Nov. 19, 1902, 
a daughter of the late Henry and Minnie Zeddies Redeker. She was married to William 
Meineke Oct. 6, 1923, at St. Peter church. Her husband is the owner and operator 
of the Meineke garage at Mishicot.
Survivors besides the husband include two sons; four sisters, three brothers, five 
grandchildren and one great grandchild.  A sister and a brother preceded her in 
death.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 3 p.m. Saturday until noon 
Sunday when the casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in state 
until time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, 1969 July 11, Edited for possible living


GENE MOTT

Mott Funeral
Funeral services for Gene Mott, 35, of Manitowoc, who was killed in a traffic 
accident at Huron and N. Fifth streets at Manitowoc Saturday afternoon, will 
be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Salvation Army Citadel, Manitowoc, Lt. Robert 
Bonesteel officiating. Burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mr. Mott was born Jan. 14, 1935, at Manitowoc, a son of Marvin and Lucy Urban Mott.
He married the former Bernadine Reilly at Melnik Presbyterian Church June 20, 1953.
He had been an employe of Schuette Construction Co. at Manitowoc until recently 
when he took employment with Manitowoc Engineering Co.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
A son, Roger, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, until noon Tuesday when the 
casket will be taken to the Salvation Army Citadel where the body will lie in state 
until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times 1970 February 16


GEORGE MOTT

G. MOTT, FORMER HOTEL MAN OF LARRABEE DEAD
George Mott, pioneer Manitowoc county resident, who formerly conducted a 
hotel and blacksmith shop at Larrabee, and sales stables in Sturgeon Bay 
and this city, and who for years was engaged in farming in the town of 
Gibson, passed away on Sunday at Mishicot, where, for the past twenty 
years he has been living a retired life.  He was 71 years of age.  
Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at one o'clock from 
the home home in the village.
The services will be conducted by Rev. Frank Janek, and the choir of the 
Melnick Presbyterian church will sing.  The deceased attained marked 
success as a farmer and his kindly disposition won for him many friends.
Born in Canada
The deceased was born in Canada in 1854.  He came to this county in 
early life and operated a farm in Gibson, then conducted sales stables 
in Sturgeon Bay and Manitowoc, returned to the farm for five years, and 
later bought the Hotel Larrabee and built the merchandise store and 
blacksmith shop there.  In later years he returned to his farm where he 
continued for some time, and then moved to Mishicot to live a retired life.
He was married in 1878 to Sarah Hayes who survives him with five sons 
and two daughters, Alfred, Weldon, Willard, Oliver and Samuel, Mrs. 
Henry Fischer, and Mrs. Julius Troullier.  One brother Frank of Fond du 
Lac, a sister, Mrs. Charles Flenje (sic Flentje) of Green Bay, 37 grand 
children and seven great-grandchildren also survive.
Note: Mrs. Mott also see as the former Sarah Haese.
Dec. ___, 1929


FRED MUELLER

Wounded Manitowoc Police Officer Dies
Manitowoc, Wis.—(Special)— His thigh shattered when he was shot with his own 
gun in the hand of one of two strangers who attacked him early Sunday, June 12, 
Policeman Fred Mueller, 30, died as a result of the injuries at Holy Family 
hospital at 4 p. m., Tuesday.
He was the first Manitowoc policeman ever to be fatally injured in the line of
duty.
Mr. Mueller had submitted to two operations on his leg, and yesterday a third 
operation was performed. A silver plate was inserted in the shattered thigh bone. 
A few hours afterward he died, physicians stating it was due to weakened heart 
action resulting from a loss of blood at the time he was shot, together with the 
strain on his system caused by the three operations.

Suspicious Car
Working as a plain clothesman, Mr. Mueller had observed a strange automobile 
parked on York street near a gasoline filling station early on June 12. Two men 
were apparently asleep in the car as he passed. About an hour afterward, he 
returned and the car was still there. When he saw the automobile, a Ford touring 
car, the second time, he noted that it bore a Wisconsin license plate turned 
upside down. This increased a suspicion he had earlier formed that something was 
wrong, and he decided to investigate. Walking closer to the car, he saw a Kansas 
license plate on the floor behind the front seat.

Questions Strangers
Arousing the pair from their apparent slumbers, he began to question them. One 
of the men got out of the automobile for the pretended purpose of "stretching". 
He walked around the car and behind the officer, Mr. Mueller afterward stated, 
slugging him on the head with a blunt instrument.
The policeman fell to the pavement, and in his dazed condition, he reached for 
his revolver. He was overpowered by the pair, however, the second getting out 
of the car after Mr. Mueller had been knocked down, he said. One of the men 
wrenched the revolver from Mr. Mueller's hand, and shot him in the thigh. 
Leaving the wounded policeman on the pavement, the men jumped in their automobile 
and sped away. The officer's moaning and cries for help attracted attention of 
people in the neighborhood, and he was removed to Holy Family hospital.

Killers At Large
A description of the strangers was obtained, and was sent to police nnd sheriff's 
departments throughout the state. A suspect was taken into custody in Milwaukee, 
but was later released. Up to this time, no trace of the gunmen has been found.
The officer said the men were about twenty-six and twenty-seven years old, 
respectively, and they were both dark complexioned. He declared he believed they 
planned to rob the filling station.
Mr. Mueller was born in Manitowoc, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Mueller. He was 
married Oct. 28, 1931, to Miss Gertrude Franz, who with his parents, four brothers 
and five sisters, survive. He became a member of the Manitowoc police department 
on July 2, 1928. Before that he was employed in the Manitowoc shipyards.
Funeral services will be held at St. Paul's Catholic church in Manitowoc Friday 
morning.
Sheboygan Press - 6 July 1932
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Mrs. Fred Mueller, widow of the Manitowoc police officer, who died July 5 
of revolver wounds inflicted by unknown assailants on June 12, is entitled 
to $6,000 under the workmen's compensation act, correspondence from the state 
industrial commission reveals.
Sheboygan Press - 4 Aug 1932
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


JOSEPHINE MUELLER

From Der Nord Westen, 08 Nov. 1900: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 06 Nov.)
Mrs. W. Mueller died yesterday. She had undergone a serious operation 
in the hospital on Sat. and her condition was thought to be satisfactory. 
However, she weakened Mon. and died within a few hours. The funeral will 
be 2 p.m. Thurs. from the funeral parlor to the local cemetery. Mrs. Mueller 
was born and raised here and except for one year had always lived here. She
was a true wife, a good mother, and was admired and loved by everyone.
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From Der Nord Westen, 08 Nov. 1900:
Death in a local hospital Mon. morning of Mrs. Mueller, wife of Mr. W. Mueller in
Mishicott. She is the sister-in-law of Registrar Bruno Mueller here. Our
correspondent in Mishicott recently reported her illness. One had hoped that an
operation would bring improvement, but such was not the case. Mrs. Mueller was 46
years of age and in addition to her husband is survived by 2 children. Her body was
taken to Mishicott for burial.


ANTON PALZER

From Der Nord Westen, 04 June 1903: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 01 June)
Many local residents traveled to Mishicott Fri. to attend the funeral there 
of Anton Palzer, who died at 82 yrs. 6 mos. He had lost his wife 30 yrs. ago. 
The decedent leaves 3 sons and 1 daughter – 2 of the sons reside here in Two 
Rivers.
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From Der Nord Westen, 04 June 1903: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 02 June)
Death Wed. last week of 82-yr. old Mr. Palzer in the home of his son Edward. 
The funeral was held 10 a.m. Fri. morning from the Catholic Church with 
interment in the local cemetery.


EDUARD PALZER

From Der Nord Westen, 02 Nov. 1905: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 31 Oct.) 
Mr. Palzer here recently received word that his brother Edward, 
in Mishicott, had died. Many mourners from our city were in 
attendance at the funeral on Wed. there, as well as many from 
Milwaukee.
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From Der Nord Westen, 02 Nov. 1905: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 31 Oct.)
Ed. Palzer died Mon. morning from consumption after a long illness. 
The funeral was held Wed. from the Catholic Church. He was 47 and 
leaves a wife and several children.


LOUIE PALZER

From Der Nord Westen, 11 June 1908: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 09 June)
Last Friday the 14-yr. old son of Mrs. E. Palzer was kicked by a horse and 
died from his injuries Saturday evening. The funeral was held Tuesday morning 
from the Catholic Church. His death was a severe blow to his mother who had 
also lost her husband a few years ago.


ERNST PFINGSTEN/Apr. 27, 1907/Aug. 9, 1982

Manitowoc August 10, 1982 (edited for living people)
Ernst (Scotty) Pfingsten, 75, of 1340 N. 8th St., Manitowoc, died late
Monday afternoon, Aug. 9, at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Lambert Funeral Home in
Mishicot. The Rev. Glen Unke will officiate and burial will be in the 
Mishicot Public cemetery.
Mr. Pfingsten was born April 27, 1907, at Clarks Mills, son of Ernst and 
Rose (Strouf) Pfingtsen. He was a lifetime resident of Mishicot and
graduated from Mishicot High School in 1924. He married Tillie Jacobs,
September 22, 1934, at Manitowoc. Mr. Pfingsten was owner and operator of
Pfingsten Grocery Store in Mishicot. He was a former clerk of the Mishicot 
School Board, and a charter member of Mishicot Lions Club.
Survivors include his wife, a son, a daughter, a brother, a sister, a 
cousin, five grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in 
death by two sisters and a brother. Memorials may be made to Mishicot High 
School Scholarship Fund.



ERNST G. PFINGSTEN 1871-1945

Manitowoc December 20, 1945 (edited for living)
Ernst G. Pfingsten, 74, operator of a general store at Mishicot since
1907, died of a heart attack this morning at his home.
 Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Specht funeral
home, Mishicot, in charge of the Modern Woodmen, of which he was a member.
Burial will be in the Mishicot cemetery. 
Mr. Pfingsten was born in Howards Grove in 1871. His parents moved to 
Colby, Wis. when he was still a boy. He came to Mishicot at the age of 13
years to live with relatives.
He operated a general store in Mishicot until 1900 when he went into the 
same business in Larabee. He remained there five years, moving from Larabee
to Clark Mills where he ran a general store from 1905 to 1907. He returned to 
storekeeping in Mishicot 
to Mishicot in 1907, where he continued in business until he retired in 
1935. When he retired, his two sons took over the store which then became
the Pfingsten Brothers grocery.
He married Rose Strouf of Gibson in 1894. The couple celebrated their
golden wedding anniversary in 1944. Surviving in addition to his wife, are 
three sons, two daughters, five grandchildren, and three half-brothers.



HARVEY C. PFINGSTEN 1900-1971

Manitowoc February 19, 1971 (edited)
  Harvey C. (Chub) Pfingsten, 70, died early Friday morning at Two Rivers
Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Lambert 
Funeral Home in Mishicot. Burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
  Mr. Pfingsten was born June 8, 1900, at Larrabee, Town of Gibson, a son
of Ernst and Mrs. Rose (Strouf) Pfingsten. He attended Mishicot public 
grade school and was graduated from Mishicot Community High School. For 
many years he operated the Pfingsten Grocery with his brother Ernst which
was founded by his father.
  He is survived by his mother, two brothers, a sister, and a number of 
nieces and nephews.



ROSE PFINGSTEN/1874-1971 b. 8 Dec. 1874/d. June 1971

Manitowoc June 12, 1971 (edited for living people)
  Mrs. Ernst G. Pfingsten, 96, of Mishicot died Friday evening at the Family
Heritage Home in Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at St. Peter Ev. Lutheran Church,
Mishicot, the Rev. Herbert Kesting officiating. Burial will be in the 
Mishicot Public Cemetery.
  Mrs. Pfingsten, the former Rosa Strouf, was born in Gibson, Dec. 8, 1874, 
a daughter of John and Anna (Musial) Strouf. She was married to Ernst G. 
Pfingsten on May 12, 1894, and they conducted a general store at
Mishicot until 1935. They observed their golden anniversary in 1944. Mr.
Pfingsten preceded his wife in death in 1945.
She was a member of St. Peter Ev. Lutheran Church and the associated 
Ladies Bible Hour.
  Survivors include a daughter, two sons, one sister, five grandchildren, 
and 11 great-grandchildren. Two daughters and two sons preceded her in 
death. Memorials may be made to the building fund of St. Peter Ev. 
Lutheran Church.


GERHARD PLOCKELMANN

From Der Nord Westen, 28 Mar. 1878:
Death of Gerhard Plueckelmann of Gibson by suicide 8 days ago last
Monday. Only 29 years old and sick, he shot himself.


HEINRICH PLOCKELMANN

From Der Nord Westen, 06 Mar. 1884:
Death of 70-year old Mr. Ploeckelmann (no first name given) who had 
lived in Mishicott since 1857.


JO ANN PLOECKELMAN    (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)

  Jo Ann Ploeckelman, 57, a resident of North Ridge Care Center, died Friday 
morning, April 19, 1991, at Memorial Hospital.
  Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 
Mishicot.  A brother, Rev. Michael Koch will officiate and burial will be in 
Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
  She was born on March 7, 1934, in Mishicot, daughter of the late Michael and 
Phoebe Stoeman Koch.  She attended Holy Cross Parochial School and Mishicot High 
School.  For a number of years she was employed at Mirro Aluminum Company as an 
assembler.
  Survivors include two sons; two daughters and sons-in-law; five brothers and 
two sisters-in-law, a brother-in-law, five sisters and three brothers-in-law; two 
grandchildren and two step grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by a son, 
Paul, and a sister, Kathryn Gorny.
  Friends may call at Holy Cross Church after 9 a.m. on Tuesday until the time of 
services.  There will be no visitation at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two 
Rivers.
Herald Times Reporter, Two Rivers, WI., April 19, 1991


AUGUST QUISTORF 

(From the Manitowoc Co. Chronicle, Tuesday, June 1, 1886):
After an illness of nine weeks duration, August Quistorf died at his
home in this village at 4 o'clock last Saturday afternoon. His funeral
occurred at 2 o'clock yesterday aftenoon under the auspices of the Sons
of Hermann of which order he was an honored member. The funeral oration
was pronounced by Mr. Florian Ott, and was a fitting tribute to the
virtues of the orator's dead friend and lodge brother. Mr. Quistorf was
born in Holstein in 1839. He served his term in the German army and took
part in the war between Austria and Prussia in 1866. In July 1868, he
emigrated from his native land to America and on reaching this soil came
directly to Mishicott where he has ever since resided. He took an active
part in the affairs of this town, and at various times was elected to
local offices. A man of liberal education himself, he liked to see 
others educated and was always in for good teachers and a good school.
His death is a heavy blow to his wife and children, five in number, to
whom he was a kind husband and father. To his aged mother who has been
a helpless invalid for the past ten years the shock may prove fatal. The
bereaved family have the sympathy of the entire community.

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From Der Nord Westen, 03 June 1886:
Death of 45-year old August Quistorff on Sat., 29 May in Mishicott. He had
been ill only a short time and his death was unexpected. He was for a long time
Secretary of the “Tuisco Lodge” of the Hermanns Sons. Burial took place on Mon.,
31 May, and Mr. Florian Ott delivered the death sermon.


CHARLIE QUISTORF

From Der Nord Westen, 20 Dec. 1900: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 18 Dec.)
The body of C. Quistorf was buried here yesterday. Until recently the 
deceased had been employed in the Milwaukee firm of Arnold & Quistorf. 
Upon falling ill he came here to stay at his mother's, Mrs. H. Spohr. 
His condition worsened and he died Fri. morning. He was born and raised 
here and leaves 3 brothers and one sister in addition to his mother. Mr. 
and Mrs. A.C. Arnold and Mr. L.S. Arnold came from Milwaukee to attend 
the funeral, returning home yesterday evening. Messrs. Heinrich and 
August Quistorf came from Ashland for the funeral and will return today. 
Mrs. L. Koehnke traveled to Milwaukee where she will spend the winter with 
her daughter Mrs. A.C. Arnold.
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From Der Nord Westen, 20 Dec. 1900: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 17 Dec.)
(Additional reporting on the death of Charles Quistorf) 
He was single, and age 47. Charles Pahlcoetter from Two Rivers, gave the funeral oration.


JOSEPHINE RADZINSKE

Mrs. Josephine Radzinske, 84, of Mishicot, died Saturday night at Two Rivers
Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient for three days. She had been
in failing health for two months.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran
Church, Mishicot, the Rev. David Worgull officiating. Burial will be in
Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mrs. Radzinske, nee Josephine Sprang, was born Dec. 3, 1876, in the Town of
Two Rivers, daughter of the late Herman and Bertha Duerschmidt Sprang. She
was married June 20, 1901, at Mishicot to Fred Radzinske after which the
couple took residence on a farm in the Town of Mishicot. Later they operated
a farm in the Town of Two Rivers before retiring to the village of Mishicot
32 years ago. Her husband preceded her in death 18 years ago. She was a
member of the Ladies' Bible Hour of St. Peter Church.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Paul Rahmlow and Mrs. Stanley Stelzer of
Mishicot and Mrs. Otto Krueger of Milwaukee; a son, William Radzinske of
Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Ida Assman of Rt. 1, Mishicot; a brother, William
Sprang of Rt. 1, Two Rivers; eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, 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.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday April 24, 1961


CHARLOTTE RADZINSKI

From Der Nord Westen, 14 Sep. 1905: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 12 Sep.) 
Death on Thurs. last week, following an 8-wk. illness, of 61-yr. old Mrs. 
F. Radzinske in her home about a mile from here. She leaves a husband and 
6 grown children. The funeral was held Sat. from the Lutheran Church under 
the direction of Rev. G. Vater.


EDUARD RADZINSKI

From Der Nord Westen, 30 Apr. 1891: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 28 Apr.)
Death last Wed., 22 Apr., of Eduard Radzinske, a resident of 
the Northside, of bleeding in his lungs as a result of having 
been pinned to a wall by a horse. The 22 yr. old was buried 
last Fri. with Fritz Claussen giving the funeral speech.


CHARLES RAMESH

Charles Ramesh, 69, lifelong resident of the town of Gibson, died early 
Friday at the Holy Family hospital after a short illness.
Mr. Ramesh was born in 1881 in the town of Gibson and retired from 
farming one year ago.  In 1912 he married the former Miss Lillian Bouda.
Wenzel Ramesh was a brother to Charles.
Dec 29, 1950


MABEL RAMESH

Mrs. Wenzel Ramesh, 58, of Rt. 1, Maribel, Town of Gibson, died at
8 a.m. New Year's Day at Holy Family Hospital at Manitowoc where 
she had been a patient for 10 days.
Funeral services will be at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday at the Specht Funeral
Home, Mishicot, and at 10 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church, 
Cooperstown, the Rev. Peter Schroeder officiating. Burial will be
in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
Mrs. Ramesh, nee Mabel Peot, was born Sept. 20, 1901 at Mishicot,
a daughter of the late Nicholas and Anna Hoffman Peot. She was
graduated from the Mishicot grade school and high school after which
she was graduated from the Manitowoc County Normal School at Manitowoc.
She taught for three years at the La Salle, District No. 4 school in
the Town of Mishicot.
She was married June 20, 1927 to Wenzel Ramesh at Holy Cross church
at Mishicot. The couple settled on a farm in the Town of Gibson where
she resided since.
Besides her husband she leaves two sons, as sister, Mrs. Max Terens
of Manitowoc; and a brother, Ralph Peot of the Town of Gibson.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Monday where the
Rosary will be recited at 3 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald, Saturday, January 02, 1960  page 9


EDWARD REHRAUER

From Der Nord Westen, 24 Sept. 1908: 
Edward Rehrauer, the eldest son of Andrew Rehrauer in Eastwin, died
Thursday last week from an illness of only one week. The funeral was 
held Tuesday morning.


FIDEL REICH

From Der Nord Westen, 29 Apr. 1897:
Death in Town Gibson on the 15th of 75 yr. old Fidel Reich 
of a bladder illness. He leaves a widow, a married son, and 
2 married daughters. Burial was 17 Apr. at the Catholic 
Cemetery in Mishicott.


IRMA RETZLAFF

Mrs. Irma Retzlaff, 76, of 2110-13th st., Two Rivers, died at the 
home late Sunday night. She had been in failing health for the 
past two years.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Immanuel Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. T.F. Uetzmann officiating. Burial 
will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mrs. Retzlaff, nee Irma Freis, was born Sept. 3, 1885, in the Town of 
Kossuth, a daughter of the late Fred and Catherine Lenhardt Freis. She 
was married june 8, 1836, to William Retzlaff at Manitowoc.  She had 
been residing at Two Rivers since.  Her husband died April 28, 1940, 
in Two Rivers.
Surviving are a brother, Hugo Freis, of Two Rivers, a niece and three 
nephews.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
after 2 p.m. Tuesday until 10 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be 
taken to the church where the body will lie in state after 11 p.m. 
until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, 5 February 1962


CHRIST RHEIN

Christ Rhein, 84, retired Gibson farmer who served on the County Board 
for six years in the period when the court house building was under 
construction, died at his farm home near the village of Mishicot Monday.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 9 a.m. from the home and at 9:30 
from Holy Cross church at Mishicot.  Burial will be in the Mishicot 
cemetery.
Mr. Rhein was born in Germany in 1857 and when a young man learned 
farming.  He came to this county with his parents in 1874.  In 1889 he 
married Miss Selina Defuet of Casco  and they located on the homestead 
farm at Gibson.  Mrs. Rhein died in 1896.
He was elected a town supervisor of Gibson and later was chosen 
chairman, representing the town on the County Board from 1906 to 1912.  
It was during this period that the new court house was built.  He served 
several terms as treasurer of the Holy Cross congregation at Mishicot 
and was a member of the Building Committee of the church when the new 
church and parsonage was erected.  He was also a member of the Holy Name 
Society of the congregation.
Mr. Rhein is survived by three sons, Alphonse and John of Gibson, George 
of Dayton, Oregon;  sister, Mrs. Thomas Hyde of Chicago; and 13 
grandchildren.
December 23, 1941, Manitowoc Newspaper


MARY RIBORDY

From Der Nord Westen, 05 Mar. 1896: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 02 Mar.)
Death last Wed. in Town Gibson of 45 yr. old Mrs. Stephan Rebordy. 
She had been ill with consumption the past 5 or 6 yrs. She is 
survived by her husband and 4 grown daughters. Burial was last Sat. 
in the Catholic Cemetery.


GERTRUDE ROEMER

Wife of John Roemer –daughter of John Barth with mother marked unknown 
on death record –born Germany –died from “cerebral apoplexy”) –buried 
at Holy Cross Cemetery, Michicot
(sent in by St. Nazianz researcher/info from death certificate) 


JOHN ROEMER

From Der Nord Westen, 07 Feb. 1907: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 05 Feb.) 
We have to report another death of an old resident. Mr. J. Roemer died in his 
home here Friday evening from a heart attack.
He had recently suffered a light stroke but was recovering… He leaves his wife and 6
children –2 sons and 4 daughters in good circumstances. He was 71. The funeral was
held Tuesday morning from the Catholic Church.
             ***********
From Der Nord Westen, 07 Feb. 1907: (From the correspondent in St. Nazianz, 04 Feb.)
Peter Heinzen, Anton Heinzen, and Mrs. Jos. Hecker went to Mishicott yesterday 
to attend the funeral of their uncle John Roemer. Mr. Roemer had lived here for 
many years and made many friends locally. 
             *********
Roemer, John (Oct. 15, 1836-Feb. 1, 1907 –husband of Gertrude Bath, 
son of Nic Roemer and Anna –born Germany –lived in St. Nazianz – 
resident of Mishicot at time of death –businessman –died from “heart attack” 
–“cerebral apoplexy –one hour”) –buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Mishicot.
(From St. Nazianz researcher/info from death certificate)


CLARA ROUILLER

From Der Nord Westen, 27 June 1901: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 25 June)
Also, the little daughter of Mr. Rouiller,
about whose injury we reported last week, was taken by death on Thurs. and the little
body was buried from the Catholic Church in the local cemetery.


PETER ROULLIER

The Two Rivers Reporter (edited)
August 36, 1937

Mishicot Man dies
after a long illness
--------------
Peter Roullier, Father of City Resident, Dies
at Hospital Here
--------------
  Peter Roullier, 67, lifelong resident of Mishicot, died yesterday
afternoon at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital.  Death was due to a
complication of disease.
  Roullier was born in Mishicot on October 19, 1870 and spent his 
entire life in that village.  He was employed as a field man for 
Lakeside Packing company for many years up until his retirement 
five years ago.  He was prominent in community affairs at Mishicot 
for many years, being a charter member of the Mishicot State Bank 
and serving as a director for many years.
  Thirty-seven years ago he was married to Miss Louise Larson, who, 
with one daughter of this city survives him.  Five sisters and one
brother also survive.  There is one grandchild.
  The body was taken to the Specht Funeral Home at Mishicot where it
may be viewed.  Funeral services will be held from Holy Cross church 
at Mishicot at 9 a.m. Saturday.  The Rev. Pritzel will officiate at 
the services and burial will be in the Mishicot cemetery.


SAMUEL ROUILLER

From Der Nord Westen, 16 Apr. 1908: 
(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 14 Apr.)
Old Mr. Rouiller, about whose illness we wrote recently, has died. Mr.
Rouiller lived for many years on a farm in East Gibson and for 25 years was the
postmaster there. About 8 years ago he bought a farm and moved to our village where
he and his family lived in retirement. He is survived by his wife, by an elderly sister
who lived with them, and by 10 grown children, all in good circumstances. The
funeral was held Thursday morning at 10 a.m. from the Catholic Church.


HEINRICH RUMPF

From Der Nord Westen, 09 Apr. 1903: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 07 Apr.)
Thurs. evening Mr. H. Rumph died at the home of his daughter Mrs. H. Stark 
in Menomonie Falls, Wisconsin. He had lived for many years on a farm near 
here but had sold it a few years ago to go live with his daughter. He had 
been ill for some time and his death was not unexpected. His body was brought 
here and buried Sun. afternoon in the local cemetery.


CHRISTINA RUNGE

From Der Nord Westen, 31 May 1906:(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 29 May)
Again we have to sadly report the loss of another settler. 
Grandmother Runge, a lady known by everybody and about
whose illness we recently reported, died Saturday morning. 
Mrs. Runge, one of the oldest settlers in our town, came to 
America with her husband over 50 years ago, settled in the 
wilderness here and built a flourishing farm. Her husband 
and only son both preceded her in death many years ago. She 
is survived by 2 daughters -Mrs. H. Beyer and Mrs. A. Rohde, 
as well as 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. She 
reached the age of 89 years 1 month. The funeral was held 
Monday afternoon with a large following to the local cemetery. 
***************
From Der Nord Westen, 31 May 1906: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 29 May) 
Mr. W. Runge of Des Moines, Iowa, attended the funeral of 
his grandmother Mrs. J. Runge. Also in the cortege were Mr. 
and Mrs. C. Metzner and Mr. and Mrs. H. Erickson of Kewaunee. 


FRANCISCA SAMZ

From Der Nord Westen, 27 June 1907: 
(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 25 June) 
Again we have to report the death of two of our old settlers. Mrs. Samz and Mr.
T. Wentker. Last Thursday morning Mrs. Samz closed her eyes in the last sleep 
and was buried Saturday from the local Catholic Church in the local cemetery.
She was 86. She leaves 2 sons and a daughter, as well as numerous grandchildren 
and great-grandchildren. 


MARIE SAMZ

Mrs. Roland Samz, 60, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died Monday afternoon at 
Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the 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.
Mrs. Samz, nee Marie Rondou, was born Feb. 8, 1913, at Green Bay, 
daughter of the late Anton and Clara Rondou. She was a graduate of 
Oshkosh State Teachers College and was married to Roland Samz 
Nov. 9, 1940, at Green Bay.
Survivors include her husband, six sons and two daughters; a sister, 
Mrs. Henry (Lorraine) Huebscher, of Green Bay and 11 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Wednesday, where 
a parish memorial service will be held at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. August 21, 1973


HERBERT SCHETTER

Son of Raymond Louis and Marie (Schesniak) Schetter
OBITUARY – Herald Times Reporter, January 24, 2001
Herbert H. Schetter, age 68, of 517 Church St., Mishicot, died Monday, 
January 22, 2001, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 26, 
2001, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot, with the Rev. John Neuser 
officiating.  Burial in Holy Cross Catholic Church Cemetery.
Herb was born April 1, 1932, in Manitowoc, son of the late Raymond and 
Marie Schesniak Schetter and has been a life long resident.  He was a 
graduate of Mishicot High School with the class of 1950.  He married the 
former Margaret Kempen, November 22, 1953, at Holy Cross Catholic Church 
Mishicot.  She preceded him in death May 27, 1989.  Mr. Schetter was 
employed by the Kornely Dairy for many years and he was also a bulk truck 
driver.  He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot and the 
Teamsters Union.  He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing and watching football.  
He loved spending time with his family especially his grandchildren and 
great granddaughter.
Survivors include two daughters and one son-in-law, three sons and 
daughters-in-law, ten grandchildren, one great granddaughter, one brother, 
three sisters, nieces, nephews, and special family friends.  He was also 
preceded in death by one brother-in-law, John “Jack” Hessel.
Relatives and friends may call from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday at the Lambert 
Funeral Home, Mishicot.  There will be a 7 p.m. wake service.  Visitation 
will continue after 9 a.m. Friday at the funeral home until the time of 
service at 11 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot.
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


JOHN SCHETTER

JOHN SCHETTER OF MISHICOT IS CLAIMED AT 84
Lifelong Town of Mishicot Resident Taken at Manitowoc Hospital
John Schetter, 84, retired farmer who represented the town of Mishicot on 
the county board for 16 years, died Friday evening at the Holy Family 
hospital.  Mr. Schetter, who had been ill for the past three weeks, was a 
brother of Mrs. Charles Kumbalek of this city.
Rites Tuesday
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, at 8:30 o'clock from the Pfeffer 
funeral home at Manitowoc and at 9:30 o'clock from Holy Cross Catholic church 
in Mishicot with the Rev. Joseph Van Bogart officiating.  Internment will be 
made in Holy Cross cemetery in Mishicot. Mr. Schetter was a lifelong resident 
of the town of Mishicot, having been born there on Jan. 6, 1859.  He operated 
a farm on Two Rivers route 2, near Mishicot, until his retirement about eight 
years ago.  His wife, the former Mary Trossen, died nine years ago.
He was a member of the Holy Name society of Holy Cross church.
Local Woman Survives
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Aaron Bausch and Mrs. Arthur Wilke, both of 
Manitowoc; two sons, John of Manitowoc and Raymond on the homestead; one sister, 
Mrs. Charles Kumbalek of this city and 12 grandchildren.
The body will lie in state at the funeral home here Sunday afternoon to the time 
of the funeral.  The Rev. Van Bogart will lead the recitation of the rosary at 
the funeral home at 8 p.m. Monday.
Two Rivers Reporter, March, 27, 1943


JOHN SCHETTER JR.    (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)

Son of John and Mary (Trossen) Schetter
OBITUARY - Manitowoc Herald Times - April 2, 1957
John Schetter Jr., 56, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died early Tuesday morning 
after a short illness at Manitowoc County Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home, Manitowoc, and at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot.  
The Rev. George Beth will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. Schetter was born July 26, 1900, at Mishicot, son of the late John and 
Mary Trossen Schetter.
He is survived by a brother, Raymond of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and two sisters, 
Mrs. Aaron Bausch and Mrs. Arthur Wilke of Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday where the rosary 
will be recited at 7 p.m.
Note: This person never married.


MARGARET ANN (KEMPEN) SCHETTER        (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)

Dau. Of Wilbert and Martha Mary (Schmit) Kempen
Obituary – Herald Times Reporter, May 30, 1989
Mrs. Herbert (Margaret) Schetter, 53, of the Village of Mishicot, died 
Saturday, May 27, 1989, at Holy Family Medical Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Lambert Funeral Home and 
11 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot.  The Mass of Christian 
Burial will be celebrated by Msgr. James Feely and burial will be in the 
parish cemetery.
Mrs. Schetter was born November 22, 1935 at Mishicot, daughter of the late 
Wilbert and Martha Schmit Kempen.  She married Herbert Schetter on November 
26, 1953, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot.  Mrs. Schetter was a 
lifetime member of Holy Cross Catholic Church.
Survivors include her husband, Herbert; three sons and daughters-in-law, 
two daughters and a son-in-law, a brother, three sisters, and six 
grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by two brothers, Sylvester 
and Vernon.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. this Tuesday 
where a memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m.
                --------------------------
                        WEDDING
       The Two Rivers Reporter, November 28, 1953
On Thanksgiving Day nuptial vows were repeated at the Holy Cross Catholic 
Church in Mishicot by Miss Margaret Ann Kempen, daughter of Mrs. Martha 
Kempen of Mishicot and the late Wilbert A. Kempen, and Herbert Schetter, 
son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Schetter, Rt. 2, Two Rivers.
The organ recessional and processional were played by a friend of the bride, 
Miss Doris Dvorak, and the mass was sung by the school choir and Sister Andrea.
White chrysanthemums and red carnations adorned the altar when the Rev. George 
Beth performed the wedding ceremony.
The brides wedding dress featured a three tiered accordion pleated skirt of net 
over satin.  Topping the floor-length skirt was a lace bodice and matching lace 
shrug.  Attached to a lace Juliet cap which matched the dress was a fingertip 
veil.  A satin band and seed pearls edged the headpiece.  The bride carried a 
bouquet of white mums and garnet roses and wore three strands of pearls, a gift 
from the groom.
Miss Doris Schetter, Rt. 2, Two Rivers, a sister of the groom, attended as maid 
of honor.  She walked down the aisle in a formal of true red and four tiers of 
net in the skirt and a velvet bodice and shrug to match.  Her headband of red 
velvet was designed with twisted red and white velvet and seed pearl trim. White 
mums and pompoms were in her cascade bouquet.
Attired in identical costumes were the bridesmaids, Mrs. George Wilfert of Two 
Rivers, another sister of the groom, and Mrs. Ronald Zenefski of Menasha.
Thomas Haese of Mishicot, a nephew of the bride, wore a gray gabardine suit when 
he served as the ring bearer.  He carried the rings attached to a white cane with 
red ribbon.
Styled like the bridal aides' dresses was the white frock donned by the flower girl, 
Betty Haese of Mishicot, niece of the bride.  She carried white pompoms and garnet 
roses.
Duties of the best man were assumed by Gerald Schetter, Rt. 2, Two Rivers, brother 
of the groom.  The groomsmen were Ronald Zenefski of Menasha and Ralph Wilfert of 
Two Rivers.
Kenneth Bausch of Manitowoc and Clarence Haese of Mishicot ushered the guests into 
the church pews.
Corsages of pink roses and pompoms adorned the gun metal faille dress worn by the 
brides mother and the navy blue dress, which was the choice of the groom's mother.
Members of the bridal party were served breakfast at the home of the brides mother. 
(One line cannot be seen to transcribe), Two Rivers, where a reception took place 
from 4 to 8 p.m., for 200 friends and relatives.
Miss Betty Kakes of Mishicot and Miss Florence Kirt of Manitowoc poured at the 
reception.
The newlyweds are honeymooning in northern Wisconsin, and for the trip the bride 
chose a brown taffeta dress, brown and beige accessories and a corsage of pink 
roses and white mums.
                    Will Live At Mishicot
Both the bride and groom are graduates of Mishicot High School.  They will reside 
in Mishicot.  The groom is employed by the Kornely Dairy, Manitowoc; and the bride 
was employed by the Schmidtman Company in Manitowoc.
Places from which guests came for the wedding included Sauk City, Marinette, Oconto 
Falls, Appleton, Little Chute, Menasha, Pulaski, Pound, Madison, Rudolph, Wisconsin 
Rapids and Grand Rapids, Mich.
Before her marriage, the bride was honored at a shower given at the John Kakes home 
by Miss Doris Dvorak and Miss Betty Kakes.  She received many lovely gifts from the 
following guests: the Misses Dolly Demston, Priscilla Lorenz, Mary Jane Kocian, Edna 
Baumgart, Frances Huss, Myrtle Alberts, Donna Hallada, Irene Eselinger, Florence Kirt, 
J'Ette Holmes, Jean Peters, Betty Kakes, Doris Dvorak and Mrs. Paul Menges.


MARY (TROSSEN) SCHETTER          (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)

Dau. Of Nicolaus and Luzia (Bingen) Trossen
Obituary - The Reporter and Chronicle, June 7, 1934

MRS. SCHETTER SUCCUMBS AT ROUTE 3 HOME

Funeral Services to Be Held Saturday Morning; Burial at Mishicot

Mrs. John Schetter, Sr., 65, member of a family long prominent in Manitowoc 
county activities, died at the family home on Two Rivers Route 3, late 
yesterday afternoon following an illness of some duration.
Born in the county, Mrs. Schetter, nee Mary Trossen, spent much of her early 
life in the township of Newton and later moved to the present address following 
her marriage to Mr. Schetter.  Besides the husband, immediate survivors include 
four children, Mrs. Aaron Bausch, Manitowoc Route 3 and Mrs. Arthur Wilke, 
Manitowoc and two sons, John Jr., and Raymond at the home and two brothers, 
Nic Trossen at Newton and Hubert Trossen, Cleveland.
The remains will be removed to the family homestead late today from where 
funeral services will be held at 9 o'clock Saturday morning.  Services from the 
Holy Cross church in the village of Mishicot will be held at 9:30 o'clock with 
the Rev. Pritzl officiating.  Internment will take place at the Mishicot cemetery.


ARNO SCHMIDT

Funeral services for Arno C. Schmidt, 74, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Town of 
Two Rivers farmer and secretary-treasurer of the Wisconsin Horse Pullers 
Assn. for many years, who died Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, 
Manitowoc, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Mishicot. Burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mr. Schmidt was born Jan. 25, 1897, in the Town of Two Rivers, son of 
the late Carl and Caroline Carstens Schmidt. He married Adela Zarn of 
the Town of Two Rivers at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two 
Rivers, May 17, 1919.
For years Mr. Schmidt prided his teams of Percherons and Belgians which 
won many trophies in horse pulling contests throughout Wisconsin. He was 
active in the Wisconsin Horse Pullers Assn., having been secretary-treasurer 
for more than 25 years. He served also for many years as secretary of the 
former Saxenburg Cooperative Cheese Factory.
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Arthur (Delpha) Boness, of Two 
Rivers; two sons, Norman, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, and Dr. Glenn R. Schmidt, 
assistant professor of animal science at the University of Illinois at 
Urbana-Champaign; three sisters, Mrs. William (Phrona) Zarn, of Two Rivers, 
Mrs. Arthur (Ora) Schwake, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, and Mrs. Herbert (Nora) 
Luedtke, of Wauwatosa; three brothers, Carl, of Elgin, Neb., Erwin, of Two 
Rivers and Roy, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers; eight grandchildren and one great 
grandson. A daughter preceded him in death July 13, 1969.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 3 p.m. Friday 
until noon Saturday when the casket will be taken to the church where the 
body will lie in state until the time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 21, 1972
(NOTE: There is a picture of Mr. Schmidt in newspaper)


CARL SCHMIDT

From Der Nord Westen, 23 Jan. 1896: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 21 Jan.) 
Death on 16 Jan. in Ahnapee, of Carl Schmidt from a heart attack. 
He was born 01 Sept. 1829 near Penslin in Mecklenburg-Schwerin, 
came to America with his wife in 1855 and they settled in Town 
Gibson where they have lived until 2 yrs. ago when they moved in 
with their son-in-law Jens Halberg. Last Nov. the married couple 
traveled to Ahnapee to spend the winter with a daughter who lives 
there. Surviving him are his wife of 41 yrs. and 3 children, namely, 
Wilhelm Schmidt and Mrs. Auguste Halberg of Manitowoc and Mrs. 
Minna Perlewitz of Ahnapee. The funeral took place Sun. afternoon 
at the local cemetery with Mr. Carl Pahlcotter of Two Rivers, 
delivering the funeral oration. 


CHARLES SCHROEDER

Charles Allen Schroeder, 10, of the Village of Mishicot, died Saturday 
evening at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay.
Funeral servies will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday 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.
Charles was born Mar. 10, 1963, at Mishicot, son of Charles Schroeder 
and the late Shirley Elfner Schroeder. He was a fifth grade student at 
Mishicot Elementary School.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 o'clock this Monday afternoon, 
where a memorial service will be held at 7:30 o'clock. The casket will 
remain closed.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. October 29, 1973


ALEXANDER E. SELK

From Der Nord Westen, 24 Apr. 1879:
Death by suicide of A.G. Selk, age 65, in Mishicott last Sun. evening by self
inflicted gunshot. He had been ill for a long while. He was the father of local
merchant Christian Selk. Burial was on Tues. with the funeral sermon
delivered by Mr. Hubert Falge of Manitowoc.


CHRISTIAN SELK

From Der Nord Westen, 18 Jan. 1883:
Christian Selk of Mishicott died last Sat. in Two Rivers. He recently became
ill with edema and went to Two Rivers for medical help.


MICHAEL SILBERSACK

From Der Nord Westen, 30 Apr. 1891: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 28 Apr.) 
Death in Two Rivers of old age debility of Michael Silbersack, 
about 81 yrs. of age. In 1861 he left his home in Schweinfurth, 
Bavaria, with his family and settled here. He leaves 4 daughters 
and 1 son, all married. The son lives on the old homestead; the 
two daughters live in Mishicott and are the wives of Joseph Reis 
and And. Rehraner. 2 other daughters live in Green Bay. His wife 
died 14 yrs. ago.


CHARLES EDWARD SKWOR

Charles Skwor, 79, who at one time operated the Skwor Meat Market at Mishicot 
with his brother, Hugo, died Friday morning at St. Ann Nursing Home, Milwaukee.
Funeral Services are tentatively scheduled for Monday morning at Holy Cross 
Catholic Church, Mishicot. Lambert Funeral Home of Mishicot is in charge of 
arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, February 26 1971
**********
Funeral services for Charles E. Skwor, 79, former operator of a Mishicot meat 
market who died Friday morning at St. Ann Nursing Home, Milwaukee, will be at 
10 a.m., Monday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, and 10:30 at Holy Cross 
Catholic Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
He was born Oct. 23, 1891, at Bessemer, Mich., son of the late Joseph and Rose 
Kriwank Skwor. In his early childhood, his parents brought him to Mishicot, 
where they operated the Skwor Meat Market. With his brother, Hugo, Mr. Skwor, 
later operated the market until he moved to Milwaukee in 1941.
He married the former Mary Stangel at St. mary Catholic Church, Tisch Mills.  
She preceded him in death in 1955.
He is survived by one daughter, two sons, two sisters, Mrs. John (Eva) TePoorten 
of Manitowoc and Mrs. Raymond (Clara) Kaufman of Mishicot, and nine grandchildren.  
One daughter and one brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where memorial services 
will be at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, February 27 1971
(edited for living persons)


IRA P. SMITH

From Der Nord Westen, 04 Aug. 1904:
Death in Milwaukee on Thurs. last week from a heart attack of 
Ira P. Smith while on a visit there to his son. The deceased, 
who reached the age of 70, was an old settler in our town. He 
lived in Mishicott for several years but moved to Manitowoc 
about a year ago. He interested himself in politics and served 
as sheriff of Manitowoc County for several terms. The body was 
taken to Mishicott for burial. He is survived by his widow, 2 
daughters and a son.
          ********
From Der Nord Westen, 04 Aug. 1904: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 02 Aug.) 
The burial of Mr. Ira Smith was held last Fri. here in the Smith 
Family plot. He had died at his son’s residence in Milwaukee. Many 
old friends of the family followed the casket to its last rest. 


LAFAYETTE SMITH

From Der Nord Westen, 27 Sep. 1906: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 25 Sep.)
Mr. L. Smith died here last week of a stroke in C. Levenhagen's 
Hotel where he had resided for several months. Mr. Smith, a son 
of Mr. D. Smith, one of the first settlers of our village, grew 
up here and lived here for many years. He was a veteran of the 
Civil War and over the last year resided in the soldiers home in 
Waupaca, Wisconsin. The large funeral was held Friday afternoon 
at the local cemetery. Mrs. Eamms, Mr. Smith's sister and a daughter 
of Mrs. Frey, both from Spring Prairie, Wisconsin, attended the 
funeral. Also a few relatives from Manitowoc were in attendance.


AUG. SPECHT

From Der Nord Westen, 10 Sep. 1908: 
(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 08 Sep.) 
Mr. A. Specht, about whose illness we had earlier reported, closed 
his eyes in the final sleep on Friday afternoon and was buried Monday 
in a very large funeral with military honors. He is survived by his
sorrowing widow, 3 sons and 3 daughters. The sons are - Theodor in 
Manitowoc, Robert, here, and August in Fond du Lac. The daughters are 
Mrs. Wm. Mueller, and Mrs. Robert Steltzer here, and Mrs. John P. Schmidt 
in Milwaukee. He is also survived by several grand and great-grandchildren. 
Mr. Specht and his family lived here for many years and made a host of 
friends. He was a good husband and loving father who enjoyed the admiration 
of everyone. He was a veteran of the Civil War and belonged to the G.A.R., 
whose members gave him the last salute.
          ************
From Der Nord Westen, 10 Sept. 1908: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 07 Sep.)
While your correspondent was in Mishicott (Monday) there was a large funeral there. 
A. Specht, an old settler, was buried with a funeral oration by Mr. F. Bohte, who 
is a very fine speaker.


ANNA STEHN        Manitowoc County Chronicle Two Rivers, June 15, 1875

The wife of Mr. August Stehn, of Mishicott, died from the effects of a stroke
of paralysis, one week ago yesterday.  On Sunday, the day previous, she was 
apparently as well as ever, but while out walking with her husband she 
suddenly fell to the ground and was picked up in an insensible condition, in
which she remained until the time of her death.  She was one of the oldest 
inhabitants of the village of Mishicott, and was highly esteemed by all who
knew her.


AUGUST STEHN

From Der Nord Westen, 05 Jan. 1899 (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 02 Jan.)
A. Stehn, an old settler in Mishicott died last week. He’d been a widower for 
a long time and leaves several children in good circumstances. Our construction 
contractor, Ira Stehn, is one of his sons. The deceased was 72, had been born 
in Eutin in Oldenburg. He lived in America 43 years working as a farmer until 
his retirement to Mishicott. He was an upstanding man, widely known and highly 
respected. The funeral was Sat. under the sponsorship of the Odd Fellows. Mr. 
Pahlcoetter delivered the funeral oration.


WILLIAM STELTZER

From Der Nord Westen, 25 June 1891: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 16 June) 
Death of Wilhelm Steltzer Thurs. morning after a long struggle with consumption. 
He was born Sept. 1824 near Beireuth, Bavaria, and so reached the age of 67. He 
came to America with his parents and sisters in 1852. He worked 2 years in Two 
Rivers as a tailor, afterwards acquiring various acreage and finally settling 
in the northwest area of our town. He was a fine man, a good citizen, and widely 
loved and respected. He leaves a widow and 9 children of whom the 2 eldest are 
married and the youngest is 9 yrs. old. The funeral took place last Sun. afternoon. 
Carl Pahlcoetter conducted the service and gave an outstanding funeral sermon.


FRED STUECK

From Der Nord Westen, 03 Oct. 1901: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 01 Oct.) 
Mr. F. Stueck, a long time resident in Town Gibson, died 
Sun. morning. He was 86 and leaves 2 sons and 2 daughters, 
all married, in good circumstances. He will be buried at 
2 p.m. today at the local Lutheran Church.
        *******
From Der Nord Westen, 03 Oct. 1901: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 01 Oct.) 
The local vocal club "Liedertafel" will go to Mishicott Tues. to 
participate in the funeral of Fr. Stueck.


HERBERT STUECK

From Der Nord Westen, 05 Aug. 1897:
Death Mon. of a small son of August Stueck of Gibson. Cause of death 
we have not been able to determine yet.
(Note: This appears to be the right child as he is on the same stone with
August. The year and date also match.)


MARY STUECK

From Der Nord Westen, 30 Nov. 1905:
Death Mon. of Mrs. Marie Stueck, after a long illness, 
in the residence of her soninlaw, Police Chief August 
Drews. Mrs. Stueck was born 06 May 1823 in Merkelberg, 
Germany, and came to America in 1852 with her husband 
and children. The family settled on a farm in Town 
Gibson and lived there until 4 yrs. ago when, following 
her husband’s death, she came to live with her daughter. 
The deceased leaves 2 daughters, Mrs. August Drews and 
Mrs. August Schmidt here, and 3 sons, John in Gibson, 
August in Mishicott, and Fred in Minnesota. The body 
will be taken to Mishicott this morning and buried 
there.


JACOB SUPITA
(Supita is the modern spelling)

SHUPITA RITES TO BE TUESDAY
Two Rivers Reporter Nov. 13, 1944

Aged Man to Be Buried in Mishicot
Funeral services for Jacob Shupita, 96, who died Saturday at the home of his 
son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hagenow, town of Gibson will be 
held Tuesday afternoon at 2 0.clock at the Specht Funeral Home at Mishicot, 
with burial at the Mishicot public cemetery.  the Rev. Yaroslav Vrany, pastor 
of the Melnik Presbyterian church will officiate.
Born in Bohemia in 1848, Mr. Shupita came to this country and the county at the 
age of 23 in 1871 and four years later was married to Kathleen Lestina. The 
couple has always made their home in the county and the wife preceded him in death.
For 32 years he has made his home with his daughter and son-in-law.
Survivors are the one daughter, Mrs. Hagenow, and three sons, Frank Shupita, 
Manitowoc, Jacob Shupita, North Hurley [sic], and Joseph Francis Creek. There are 
also twelve grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren surviving.

(Note: North Hurley should be North Prairie, WI)
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


CLARA TECHE

From Der Nord Westen, 25 Mar. 1909: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 23 Mar.)
Death Monday of the little 2-month old daughter of Geo. Teche. The twin 
brother had died a few days after birth, and this child had remained quite 
weak in spite of all that the parents were able to do to keep her alive. 
Her funeral was Wednesday from the Catholic Church.


ANNIE M. TERENS

From Der Nord Westen, 30 Aug. 1906: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 28 Aug.)
Death Friday last week of Mrs. A. Terens, widow of John H. Terens who died 
here several years ago, at the residence of her brother-in-law, A. Nocker, 
where she was visiting. Mrs. Terens was an old resident of our village and 
had been ill for a long time, so her demise was not a shock. She fell quite 
ill Wednesday and despite medical attention expired on Friday morning. She 
leaves a son Nic. Terens here, a daughter Mrs. J. Wagner of Sturgeon Bay, as 
well as many grandchildren. The Terens family was one of the first to settle 
in our village. Mrs. Terens had a host of friends and acquaintances here and 
was held in great esteem. Her heavily attended funeral was conducted Sunday 
afternoon in the local cemetery. Also, Mrs. J. Wagener (note variant spelling)
and her sons Arnold, Willie and Nells of Sturgeon Bay were here for several 
days to attend the funeral of their mother and grandmother.


AUGUST C. TERENS 

From the Two Rivers Reporter, Monday, Oct. 24,1932: 
Mishicot's "Grand Old Man," August Terens, Observes His Ninetieth 
Milestone Sunday
Nearly 50 relatives, friends and neighbors helped August Terens, 
Mishicot's "grand old man," and lone survivor of the local G.A.R. post
celebrated his 90th birthday anniversary on the old homestead in 
"French Settlement," a mile and one-half southwest of that village 
Sunday. Despite his advanced age, Mr. Terens is in the best of health
and expects to reach the century milestone. He is living in retirement
on the old homestead now operated by his son, Oscar, and is again
enjoying the hunting season.
For more than 75 years Mr. Terens has been an ardent disciple of Izaak
Walton, and most always brings home the prized game of that vicinity.
He has not missed securing a hunting license for years.
Mishicot's "grand old man," beloved by its citizens and neighboring
residents for miles around came to Mishicot from Germany in his early
youth, and has always resided in that vicinity since. When the "North"
called for volunteers August Terens was among the first to answer, and
he now remains the sole survivor of the Grand Army Republic post of 
this city. For more than 50 years he has been a member of the Odd
Fellows of this city, having been honored by the local lodge here two
years ago.
Nearly 50 years ago Mr. Terens built the first brick structure in 
Mishicot, the Badger State Hotel, which he operated for many years.
Retiring from the business more than 25 years ago he sold the hotel to
Fabian Cretton, who died early this year. Following his disposal of 
the well known old hostelry in Mishicot he purchased the farm of the
late Anton Cayo on the King's Bridge road, with his son Oscar 
operating it in later years.
For years Mr. Terens has been a colorful figure in the Memorial Day
exercises in Two Rivers. Two years ago the carriage conveyed his only
other comrade, the late Matt Haag of the town of Mishicot, but he rode
alone this year.


JOHN H. TERENS

From Der Nord Westen, 28 July 1904: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 26 July)
John Terens, whose illness we formerly reported, was taken by death Wed. 
evening and was laid to rest in a large funeral Sat. afternoon at the 
local cemetery. The funeral ceremony was conducted by the Free Mason Lodge, 
of which the deceased had been a longtime member. Mr. Terens also belonged 
to the Sons of Hermann order and the Two Rivers Post of the G.A.R., who were 
also prominent in the funeral. He had reached the age of 71 and is survived 
by his widow and 2 children, namely, a son Nic. here and a daughter, Mrs. 
A. Wagner, in Sturgeon Bay, as well as several grandchildren and great 
grandchildren. Mr. Terens had lived here for 40 yrs. He established a 
hardware business which is now under the name of Terens & Oswald and brought 
it to its present prosperity. About 10 yrs. ago he retired from the business 
and has been living quietly with his wife in their home.
*******
From Der Nord Westen, 28 July 1904: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 25 July)
Many local residents traveled to Mishicott Sat. to attend the funeral 
of John Terens who died there. The deceased belonged to the Free Masons, 
the Odd Fellows, the Sons of Hermann, and to the local post of the G.A.R. 
The funeral was conducted by the Free Masons and the G.A.R. It was one 
of the largest funerals ever seen in Mishicott.
********
From Der Nord Westen, 28 July 1904:
Among the local residents attending the Mishicott funeral of John H. Terens 
were Messrs. Isaac Craite, Bruno Müller, W. Stephani, Christ. Muth, Wilhelm 
Rockhoff, Fred Gerpheide, Wm. Lüps, Joseph Willott, Jr., Charles Beers, 
August Drews, M. Christmann, Ferd. Heyroth, Fred Christanson (sic), Anton 
Vogt, and Charles Hall.


LENA TERENS

From Der Nord Westen, 28 May 1896:
Death Thurs. last week in Town Mishicott, of 17 yr. old 
Miss Lena Terens, daughter of Mr. August Terens. The young 
lady died of consumption. Her funeral took place Sat. 
afternoon in the Mishicott Catholic Cemetery.


NICHOLAS TERENS

From Der Nord Westen, 20 Jan. 1876:
Death of Nicolaus Terens on Friday, 14 Jan. in Two Creeks. He was the father 
of John and August E. Terens in Mishicott. Burial took place last Sunday.


CORINTHA THIELBAR

From the Herald Times Reporter  Sunday Mar. 16, 1997,  Page A-2
Corintha Thielbar, age 83, a former Mishicot resident, passed 
away Friday, March 14, 1997, at the Manitowoc Health Care
Center.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 18, 1997, at
7 p.m. at the Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, Sister Marlene
Greatens will officiate with burial in Michicot Public Cemetery.
She was born June 2, 1913, in Francis Creek, daughter of the
late Frank and Frances (Hutterer) Reif.  She married Herman M.
Meyer in 1935, and he preceded her in death September 25, 1952. 
She later married Harry D. Thielbar on July 7, 1954, and he
preceded her in death November 27, 1966.  She was employed
by the Globe Laundry, Mishicot Cheese Factory and was engaged
in farming for many years.  She enjoyed baking bread and making
pies, crocheting doilies and gardening.  She enjoyed polka music
and dancing, spending time with her cats, and watching Little
House On The Prairie.
Survivors include a daughter, two grandchildren, three sisters, 
one brother, and a brother-in-law. She was also preceded in
death by her brothers, Leo, Ervin, Raymond, Elmer, Frank Jr.,
and Richard; sisters, Doris Sutter and Agnes Post; and her special
cat, Brandy.
Friends may call after 4 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18, 1997, at
the funeral home until the time of service.
A memorial fund has been established for Alzheimers' Research.
The Thielbar family wishes to express a special thank you to the
staff of 3W at the Manitowoc Health Care Center for their love,
care, and concern during her illness.


HARRY THIELBAR

From the Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, Nov. 28, 1966

Harry Thielbar, 58, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died Sunday morning at
home following a four month's illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Peter
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mishicot.  The Rev. Herbert Kesting
will officiate and burial will be in Mishcot Public Cemetery.
Mr. Thielbar was born Sept. 5, 1908, in the Town of Michicot,
son of Henry Thielbar and Alvina Blum Thielbar. He was employed
at Eggers Plywood Co., Two Rivers for 15 years until retiring due
to ill health.  He was a lifetime member of St. Peter Evangelical
Lutheran Church. He married Corintha Meyer July 7, 1954.
Survivors in addition to his wife and mother include three sons,
four daughters, a step-daughter, a brother, a sister, and 14 
grandchildren.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishcot, after 2
p.m. Tuesday until 11 a.m. Wednesday when the body will be
moved to the church to lie in state until time of service.


HENRY THIELBAR

From the Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, June 10, 1957

Henry Thielbar, 76, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Town of Mishicot,
prominent in church and cooperative circles for many years, died
at 7 p.m. Sunday at his home after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Peter
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mishicot, the Rev. Edward Zell
officiating. Interment will be in the Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Mr. Thielbar was born at Hoyer-Hagen, Germany, May 17, 1881,
son of the late Dietrich and Marie Bulman Thielbar.  When he was
seven years old the family brought him to this country and settled
on a farm in the town of Mishicot where he had resided since. On
June 27, 1907, he married the former Alvina Blum, who survives
him.
For 42 years Mr. Thielbar had been a director of the Saxonburg
Co-operative Cheese Factory, has served also for 27 years as the
association's president.  He also held the directorship of the 
Co-operative Oil Assn. and was also on the board of directors
of the Twin Rivers Cooperative and its shipping association.  For
many years president of the Mishicot Public Cemetery Assn. he
was also a trustee of St. Peter church for a period of years.
Treasurer of the Pine Grove district school a number of years he
also served as the town's road foreman for 22 years.
Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, two sons, 12 grandchildren 
and three great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, after
2 p.m. Tuesday until 11 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will
be taken to the church where the body will lie in state until the
time of service.


CARL TISCH

From Der Nord Westen, 17 Jan. 1895
On Thurs. of last week Mr. Carl Tisch, a former resident of Mishicott, died in
Wausau. Mr. Tisch was one of the oldest settlers of Mishicott before moving to
Kewaunee Co., where he was elected County Judge in 1870. He served that county in
the Assembly in the years 1877-78. From Kewaunee Co. he moved to Wausau and last year 
took over the position of Superintendent of the Poor House of Marathon Co.
We are told that he had a growth on his hand that became infected and he died of
blood poisoning within 48 hours. Mr. Tisch was born 28 May 1829 in Eutin. His
body was brought to Mishicott, where his relatives reside, and was buried there Tues.
among a large number of mourners. Mr. H. Falge of Manitowoc delivered the
funeral oration.


HEINRICH NICHALAUS TISCH

Name: Tisch, Heinrich Nichalaus
D.: 12/29/1859
B.:
Reg. D.: 5/1/1871
Sex: M/W
Age at Death:
B.P.: Mishicot
D.P.: Mishicot
Cem.: Mishicot
Ch.:
Inf. & Address:
Spouse:
F.: Heinrich Tisch
M.: Emilie Tisch
Cause of Death: Dipteria
Pg. #: v.1 p.101


IDA TISCH

From Der Nord Westen, 23 May 1889:
Death of a daughter of Mr. Carl Tisch on Wed. of last week in Wausau. The
deceased was born 10 Feb. 1864, reached the age of 25 yrs. 3 mos., and was the
victim of consumption. Mr. Tisch brought the body to Mishicott for burial last
Saturday.


JOSEPH TISCH

From Der Nord Westen, 19 Feb. 1880:
Death of 80-year old Franz Joseph Tisch, in Tischville at the home of his son
Charles Tisch. Burial took place last Fri.


ADOLPH TUMA - July 19, 1903/April 7, 1974

Adolph Tuma, 70, of Rt. 1 Mishicot, died Monday morning at Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 11:30 p.m. Wednesday at Lambert Funeral 
Home and at 12 noon at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot.  The Rev. 
Earl Brouchoud will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery.
Mr. Tuma was born July 19, 1903, in the Town of Gibson, son of the 
late Wencil and Anna Jindra Tuma.  He was a lifelong farmer.
Survivors include two brothers, Doolan, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers,; and Louis 
of Kalispel, Mont.; two sisters, Mrs. Lillian Radey, of Rt. 4 Manitowoc, 
and Mrs. Vernon (Violet) Mirkes, of Rt. 2 Manitowoc, and nieces and nephews.
Two brother and two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday were a 
memorial service will be held at 8:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, abt. Apr. 8, 1974


ANNA (JINDRA) TUMA - April 05, 1870/April 19, 1943 

Mrs. Anna Tuma, 73, of Mishicot route 1, died Monday evening at Holy 
Family hospital after an illness of several weeks.
Funeral services will be held Friday, at 9:30 from the Specht funeral 
home in Mishicot and followed by burial services in the Holy Cross 
Catholic church in Mishicot at 10 a.m.  Because of Good Friday the 
funeral mass will be postponed to Monday at 9 a.m.
Mrs. Tuma, nee Anna Jindra, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. George 
Jindra, was born in the town of Kossuth on April 5, 1870.  She married 
Wenzel Tuma on Aug. 7, 1888.  Her husband died several years ago.
Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Rose Dawson, Sebastopol California, 
Mrs. Lillian Radey, Manitowoc, route 5, and Mrs. Violet Mirkes, Manitowoc 
route 2; five sons, Harry, Louis and Arnold of Cutbank, Colorado(should be 
Montana); Adolph on the homestead and Doolan of Two Rivers route 2; two 
sisters, Mrs. Andrew Peltier of this city and Mrs. Lena Hartigan of Seattle, 
Washington; four brothers, George Jindra, Sr., of Mishicot route 1, Wenzel 
of this city , Frank and John of Two Rivers route 2; 13 grandchildren; and 
three great-grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home tfrom this eveing to the time 
of the funeral.  The rosary will be recited Thursday eveing at 8:30 o'clock.
Manitowoc Newspaper, April 19, 1943
             **********
April 23, 1973
Tuma Funeral

Pallbearers for Mrs. Anna Tuma, whose funeral was held at Holy Cross 
Catholic Church at Mishicot on Friday were : Leo Jindra, Ruben Jindra, 
John Jindra, Adolph Kunz, William Chaloupka, Jr. and John Tuma.
Some of the attendants at the funeral were:  three sons, Louis who 
arrived last week Saturday, and Harry and Arnold, all from Cutbank, 
Montana; Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Peltier, Mr. and Mrs. Chester Ferdon, Mrs. 
and Mrs. John Tuma, Mrs. Logic Cherney, Mrs. Jim Ginzl, Mrs. Frank Luebke, 
Mrs. Harvey Thompson, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Jindra, Mrs. Betty Jeresh, 
Wenzel Jindra, Mrs. Heinie Meissner all of Manitowoc; Mrs. Herman Stoer 
and Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Jindra of Two Rivers.


PFC. DONALD G. TUMA - October 10, 1935-November 18, 1955

Donald G. Tuma
Among Soldiers Killed In Crash
County Family Had Talked by Telephone With Korea Returnee

TWO RIVERS – Pfc. Donald G. Tuma, 20, son of Mr. and Mrs. Doolan Tuma 
of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, residing just north of Larrabee on Highway Q, was
among 27 soldiers homeward bound for the holidays from Korean service 
to be killed Friday when a chartered airliner crashed after a takeoff 
from Seattle, Wash.
Tuma was listed among the 27 dead in, an Associated Press dispatch from 
Seattle.
The Tuma family said Saturday morning that it received a call Friday from
the young soldier that he had arrived in Seattle and was planning to fly 
home immediately. Up to 11 a.m. Saturday the family received no official 
government announcement of the youth’s death, however.
Tuma entered the service nearly two years ago and served more than 18 
months with the U. S. Army in Korea. He would have had another year to 
serve before his discharge.
Donald Tuma was born in the Town of Gibson on Oct. 10, 1935, and was 
graduated from Mishicot High School with the class of 1953. In high 
school he took an active part in the Future Farmers of America program.
Besides his parents he leaves two sisters, Janice and Joanne at home, 
and six brothers, James of Manitowoc arid Richard, Wayne, Gregory, Peter 
and Paul Tuma on the home farm. More on the plane crash
Manitowoc Herald Times, November 18, 1955


DOOLAN TUMA - June 19, 1906/July 15, 1977

Tuma (edited for living)
Doolan Tuma, 71, of Larrabee, Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died Friday in Two 
Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday in Lambert Funeral Home and 10:30 
a.m. in Holy Cross Catholic Church, Mishicot.  The Rev. Earl Brouchoud will
officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery.
Mr. Tuma was born June 9, 1909 son of the late Wenzel and Anna Jindra Tuma.
He married Clara Schwoerer May 18, 1935, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 
Manitowoc.  Mr. Tuma was a lifetime farmer and also had worked at Hamilton 
Industries and Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc.   He was past treasurer of Town 
of Gibson Larrabee School and Mishicot Community School, and Larrabee-Francis
Creek Sportsmen's Club.  He also was a member of the Holy Name Society and a 
trustee of Holy Cross Cemetery Assoc.
Survivors include his wife, five sons; two daughters; a brother, Louis of 
Montana; two sisters, Mrs. Lillian Radey and Mrs. Vernon (Violet) Mirkes of 
Manitowoc and 16 grandchildren.  Two sons, Donald and Wayne, three brothers 
and two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call in Lambert Funeral Home after 3 p.m. Sunday where a memorial
will be at 8 p.m.
From the Herald Times Reporter


WAYNE TUMA

Tuma Drowns in Harpt Lake
Larrabee - Harpt Lake, a 27 acre body of water located northwest of this 
community, claimed its second life in two weeks Sunday.
Latest victim was identified by county authorities as Wayne Tuma, 25, formerly 
of rural Two Rivers, but more recently a resident of Rockford, Ill.
Dr. Theodore Teitgen, county coroner, said Tuma and his recent bride, were in 
the water together when he apparently stumbled over backwards and sank below 
the surface.  She went for help but the body was in the water for about 10 
minutes before it was received, Doctor Teitgen said.
Dead on Arrival
The corner (sic) reported that Tuma drowned in water that reached just above 
his waist. The accident occurred at about 5:50 p.m.
Tuma was dead on arrival at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.  Pat Finnel of the 
Larrabee area tried unsuccessfully to revive the victim with mouth to mouth 
resuscitation from the lake all the way to the hospital.
Tuma's mother and wife were taken to the hospital in a state of shock.  The 
mother was released later Sunday but his wife was hospitalized overnight.
Tuma and his wife had come to this area to visit his parents and relatives over 
the weekend.
Cautions Swimmers
Doctor Teitgen cautioned swimmers to avoid going into the cold lake water after 
drinking beer.  It was reported that Tuma had been drinking prior to the accident.
Beer is available at the lake at a concession stand owned by the Larrabee 
Sportsmen's Club and operated by a Manitowoc man.
The coroner asked the sheriff's department to investigate the possibility that 
underage youths were drinking beer in the swimming area located on the east side 
of the lake.
Lyle L. Kluck, 19, Two Rivers, drowned in the same lake June 9.  He reportedly 
went under after suffering a cramp while swimming with a female companion near a 
raft in the swimming area.
Funeral Services
Funeral services for Tuma will be 9:30 a.m. Wednesday 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 the parish cemetery.
The deceased was born Dec. 28, 1942, in the town of Gibson, son of Doolan and 
Clara Schwoerer Tuma.  He attended Larrabee District No. 1 Graded school and was 
graduated from Mishicot Community High School in 1960.  He served in the U.S. 
Army and was married April 30, 1968.  At the time of his death he was employed by 
the Arthur Murray dance studio at Rockford.
Survivors in addition to his wife and parents include five brothers and two sisters. 
A brother, Donald, died in 1955 while serving in the U.S. Army.  
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday where the Rosary will be 
recited at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times 1968 June 24 (edited for living)


ANNA URBAN

From Der Nord Westen, 15 Apr. 1897: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 13 Apr.)
Death last Sun. in Town Kossuth of Mrs. Joseph Urban at the age 
of 60 yr. 3 mos. She leaves her husband and several grown children. 
The funeral is today at the Catholic Cemetery.


ANIDA VOELKER

From Der Nord Westen, 12 Oct. 1905: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 10 Oct.) 
Death of a 4-mo. old daughter last Tues. in the family of Mr. H. Voelker. 
The little body was buried Wed. in the local cemetery.


JOHANNA VOELKER

From the Two Rivers Reporter, Saturday, Dec. 28, 1912:
Mrs. Johanna Voelker, aged 81, died at Mishicot last week.
The aged old lady is mourned by numerous relatives


JULITTA VOELKER

Mrs. Chester Voelker, 60, of the Village of Mishicot, died Tuesday at 
Two Rivers Municipal Hospital.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday 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.
Mrs. Voelker, nee Julita Hoffman, was born Jan. 17, 1913, in the Town of 
Mishicot, daughter of the late Michael and Anna Rebordy Hoffman. She was 
graduated from Mishicot High School and the Holy Family School of Nursing, 
Manitowoc, in 1934. She was married to Chester (Ted) Voelker, Oct. 29, 1935, 
at Holy Cross Catholic Church. She was employed at Hickory Grove Sanitorium, 
West DePere, retiring in 1973 and returning to Mishicot.
Survivors include her husband, a son and a daughter; a brother, Mark, of 
Madison Heights, Mich.; two sisters, Mrs. Victor (Gladys) Steaven, of Chilton 
and Mrs. Joan McDowell, of Madison; and 11 grandchildren. Three brothers and 
two sisters preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 4 p.m. Thursday, 
where a parish memorial service will be held at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. August 15, 1973


DIEDRICH WENHOLZ

The Two Rivers Reporter (edited)
Nov. 17, 1947
Wenholz Funeral Rites are Held
  Diedrich Wenholz, 86, was buried this afternoon from St. Peter Lutheran
church, Mishicot, of which he had been caretaker for 36 years and a
member of the board of directors for 36 years.  The Rev. Edward Zell 
officiated and interment was in the Mishicot cemetery of which he was 
also sexton for 25 years.
  In 1883 he married the former Sophia Carsten and the couple purchase a 
farm three miles east of Mishicot which they continued to operate until 
Mr. Wenholz's retirement 36 years ago.  Mrs. Wenholz passed away three 
years ago.
  Surviving are two daughters, 13 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren 
and on great great grandchild.  Pallbearers were Edgar Ploeckelmann, 
Alvin Messman, Alfred Becker, Robert Lahay, Herbert Blum, and Emmath 
Jonas.


SOPHIA WENHOLZ

The Two Rivers Reporter (edited)
Sept. 22, 1944

Attend Wenholz Rites Wednesday
Among the out of town relatives and friends who attended funeral rites 
for Mrs. Diedrich Wenholz, held at St. Peter's Lutheran church at 
Mishicot Wednesday afternoon were the following: (first names of families 
were omitted for living)
Weahausen (sic should be Wehausen), Ploeckelman, Liedtke, Haberman, Blum, 
Zell, Zarling, Carsten, Krueger, Diedrichs, Haupt, Schnell, Lindau, 
Diedrichs, Rodewald.
Pallbearers were members of the Schmidt, Carsten and Wehausen families.


DAUGHTER OF H.J. WESTGATE

From Der Nord Westen, 27 Feb. 1902: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 25 Feb.)
Death this morning at 6 a.m., after a short illness, of one of the 
little 16-mo. old twin daughters of H.J. Westgate. The funeral
will be Sun. at 2 p.m. in the local cemetery.


ELIZABETH WESTGATE

Mrs. Elizabeth Westgate, 71, widow of the late Dr. Floyd Westgate who 
practiced here about 30 years ago, died Tuesday at the home of her son, 
Dr. Roy Westgate in Chicago where she had made her home for the past 
several years.
The body is to be brought here from Chicago and then to be taken to the 
Specht funeral home in Mishicot from where funeral services will be held 
Friday at 9 a.m. followed by services from Holy Cross Catholic church with 
the Rev. Joseph Van Bogart officiating. Interment will be in the Mishicot 
public cemetery.
Mrs. Westgate, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Kaufman of 
Mishicot, was born in Mishicot in 1871. Following her marriage to Dr. 
Westgate the couple resided in this city for several years. The couple then 
moved to Kiel and later to Algoma where Dr. Westgate practiced. He died about 
20 years ago.
Survivors are two sons, Dr. Roy and Dr. Clyde Westgate, both in Chicago; one 
brother, Joseph Kaufman of Kansas city, Missouri; one sister, Mrs. Alex Bunker 
of Platteville, Wis., and some nephews and nieces in this vicinity.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home until the time of services. The 
rosary will be recited there at 8 p.m. Thursday.


FLOYD WESTGATE, MD

Dr. Floyd Westgate, a former Kiel resident, died at the home of his son, 
Dr. Roy Westgate at Chicago last week, following an illness of a number 
of years. Burial was made in the Mishicot cemetery, Mishicot having been 
the former home of the family. Dr. Westgate was a practicing physician in 
Kiel for a number of years; also in School Hill and Manitowoc. The family 
left Manitowoc a number of years ago to take up their home at Chicago. Dr. 
Westgate was about sixty years of age. He is survived by his widow and two 
sons, Dr. Roy with whom he made his home, and Dr. Clyde Westgate of Milwaukee.


ERNST WILSMANN

From Der Nord Westen,03 Nov. 1904: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 01 Nov.)
Ernst Wilsmann died suddenly last Wed. evening. The old gentleman, 
a well-respected and honored citizen of our town, was hale and 
hearty at his work, but that evening went to bed and suffered a 
heart attack about midnight. His body was taken to its last rest 
from the Lutheran Church Sun. afternoon with a large following, 
which demonstrated the esteem in which he was held by his fellow 
citizens. He was a few months over 72 yrs. of age and in addition 
to his sorrowing widow is survived by 2 daughters and a number of 
grandchildren. 


NORMAN WILSON

Norman Wilson, Sr., 79, Rt. 1, Mishicot, town of Gibson, widely known as 
an old time fiddler who appeared at countless functions throughout this 
area over a long period of years, died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital 
Wednesday noon.  He was stricken with illness about three weeks ago and 
removed to the Two Rivers Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Peter's Lutheran 
Church, Mishicot, the Rev. Edward Zell, officiating.  Interment will be 
in the Mishicot Public Cemetery.
Norman Wilson was born in 1873 on the homestead on which he resided his 
entire life, a son of the late George and Sarah Belgium Wilson.  In 1899 
he married Emma Stueck of Gibson who survives him.  For many years Mr. 
Wilson served as supervisor of the Town of Gibson.
Besides his wife he leaves three daughters, Mrs. William Tapp of Neosho, 
Wis., Mrs. Eldred Wegner of Rt. 1 Maribel, and Mrs. Harvey Wilda of 
Manitowoc Rapids, and three sons, John of Manitowoc and Raymond and 
Norman Wilson Jr both of Rt. 1 Mishicot.  There are 11 grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Specht Funeral Home at Mishicot from 7 p.m. 
Thursday until 10 a.m. Saturday when the casket will be removed to the 
church where the body will lie in state until time of services.
May 13, 1953


HEINRICH WULF

From Der Nord Westen, 30 May 1907: 
(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 28 May) 
Mr. H. Wulf died Saturday afternoon at his home. He had been ill for a long 
time and death was a release from his suffering. He leaves a wife and 2 sisters 
–Mrs. A. Specht and Mrs. D. Blum, both local residents. He was 77. The funeral 
will be this afternoon at 2 p.m. at the funeral home.


ALICE ZELL

Mrs. Edward Zell, 82, Village of Mishicot, died Friday at Memorial 
Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday at St. Peter 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mishicot, the Rev. Herbert Kesting 
officiating, with burial in Mishicot public Cemetery.
Born April 30, 1891, in the Town of Mishicot, daughter of the late 
George and Mary Lenhardt Jindra, Mrs. Zell was graduated from Manitowoc 
county Normal School in 1910. She taught for two years at the Rangline 
School before her marriage to the Rev. Edward Zell June 16, 1912 at St. 
Peter Church. She was a lifetime member of the church and organist for 
60 years. Mrs. Zell also was a charter member of the Ladies Bible Hour 
Society.
Survivors include two sons, the Rev. Edward Zell of Detroit, Mich. and 
Prof. William Zell of Watertown, Wis.; three daughters, Alice of 
Sheboygan Falls, Mrs. Waldemar (Ruth) Zarling of Benton Harbor, Mich., 
and Mrs. Oscar (Hazel) Bartels, Rt. 2, Two Rivers; a brother Reuben of 
Two Rivers; a sister, Miss Hilda Jindra of Two Rivers; 19 grandchildren 
and two great grandchildren.
Her husband preceded her in death in 1958. She was also preceded by a 
daughter, a sister and five brothers.
Friends may call at the Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, after 3 p.m. 
Sunday. The body will lie in state at the church from 10 a.m. Monday 
until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. August 25, 1973