FRIEDRICH AHRENSTORFF

Frederick Ahrstruf  (sic)
birth: 27 November 1816 Germany
death: 19 June 1905 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Mishicott
residence: 1905 Mishicott
father: Johann Ahrstruf
spouse: Maria
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


MARIA AHRENSTORFF

Marie Aechorn Ahrenstorf
birth: 11 January 1822 Germany, Europe
death: 21 September 1905 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Mishicott
residence: 1905 Mishicott, Wis.
father: Fred Aechorn
spouse: Fred Ahrenstorf
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


JOHANNA BECKER

Anna Baker
Census • 1880 United States Federal Census
Name	Anna Baker
[Anna Becker]
[Anna Becker]
Age	45
Birth Date	Abt 1835
Birthplace	Magdeburg
Home in 1880	Mishicott, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Dwelling Number	2
Race	White
Gender	Female
Relation to Head of House	Wife
Marital Status	Married
Spouse's Name	Theodore Baker
Father's Birthplace	Magdeburg
Mother's Birthplace	Magdeburg
Occupation	Keeping House
Insane	Yes
Cannot Read	Yes
Cannot Write	Yes
Neighbors	View others on page
Household Members (Name)	Age	Relationship
Theodore Baker 43	Self (Head)
Anna Baker	45	Wife
Frederick Baker 16	Son
Agusta Baker 11	Daughter
Herman Baker 7	Son
Charles Baker 5	Son
Sophia Baker 3	Daughter
"1880 United States Federal Census"
*****
Johanna Bicker
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name	Johanna Bicker
Death Date	7 Apr 1909
Death County Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


THEODOR BECKER

Saxonburg - 
The funeral of Theodore Becker was held last Monday at Mach's cemetery. The 
deceased came to this country from Mecklenberg, Germany in the year 1866. He 
resided on a farm in the Town of Mishicot. He was at the time of his death 
living with his son, Rudolph on the farm. Fred of Iowa, Herman of Two Rivers 
and one daughter, Mrs. John Reuther are left to mourn the loss of their father.
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, Jan. 29, 1924 page 4


LOUISA BOLTON

Mrs. Louis Bolt (sic), aged 54, died at the Insane Asylum at Elgin, Ill., last 
week Monday. She was taken here for burial. The interment took place Thursday 
at Maack's cemetery in the Town of Mishicot, Rev. C.F. Doehler officiating. The 
deceased was a sister of Carl Rietzow who formerly lived in the Town of Two 
Rivers.
The Reporter, Tues., Oct. 11, 1910 


BERTHA BRUECHERT

Mrs. Bertha Bruechert, Aged 68, Passes Away At Home In City
Mrs. Bertha Bruechert, aged 68 years passed away this morning at the family home, 
715 Buffalo street after a lingering illness. Burial will take place on Saturday 
afternoon in the town of Mishicot with services at the home at 1:30 and at 2 p.m. 
from the Emmanuel Lutheran church, Rev. Uetzmann, officiating. The maiden name of 
the deceased was Bertha Tegge and she was born on Dec. 29, 1862 at Tisch Mills. 
She was married to Mr. Bruechert, now deceased, in 1881. The deceased has been a 
resident of this city since 1913.
One daughter, Mrs. Peter Osten, city, four sons, William and Louis Bruechert of 
this city, Otto of Two Rivers and Edward, Kewaunee, Route 1, three brothers, August 
Tegge, Green Bay, Louis of Chicago and Rudolph of South Dakota, five sisters, Mrs. 
Lena Langenkamp, Sturgeon Bay, Mrs. Emily Rentner, Oak Park, Ill., Mrs. Minnie 
Pentzien, city, Mrs. Ida Steen, Two Rivers and Mrs. Lillian Ahrenstrof, Wausau, 
as well as sixteen grandchildren survive.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 6, 1930 P. 2


WILMA MAE OLM CREAGER

Wilma Mae Olm Creager, age 78, died on Thursday, Sept. 20, 2007, in Madison. 
She was born on Sept. 25, 1929, in Manitowoc, the daughter of Hattie Eggert 
Olm and William Olm. She graduated in 1947 from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. 
She attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison and graduated from Oshkosh 
State College in 1951. She married Richard C. Creager in Manitowoc and they 
lived in Madison. She taught in Middleton. The family lived in Manson, Iowa, 
Manitowoc, Freeport, Ill., and Janesville, where she taught elementary school 
for many years. They later divorced. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Her special loves were her dogs and cats, her travels in Scotland, lighthouses 
and sheep. 
The family will gather at 10 a.m. for burial in St. John Cemetery, rural Two 
Creeks. 
Memorials to public broadcasting are preferred. 
Herald Times Reporter, Sept. 22, 2007 


CAROLINA W.F. DAHL

Carolina Stuebe Dahl (sic)
birth: 11 July 1821 Germany
death: 15 April 1902 Two Creeks, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Mishicot, Wis.
residence: 1902 Two Creeks
father: Stueber
spouse: John Dahl
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


EDWIN J. DAHL

Edwin J. Dahl, 81, of Manitowoc Health Care Center, Manitowoc, died Monday at 
the center.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate and burial will be in 
Mach Cemetery, Town of Mishicot.
Mr. Dahl was born April 24, 1898, in the Town of Two Creeks, son of the late 
John and Louisa Krase Dahl.
Survivors include nieces and nephews.
Friends may call in Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home after 6 o'clock this 
Tuesday evening.
Herald Times Reporter, July 17, 1979 P. 3


JOHANN DAHL

Death last week in Town Mishicott of 75 yr. old John Dahl 
after an illness of over six months. The burial took place Friday.
Der Nord Westen, 20 May 1897


JOHN DAHL

PIONEER DIES AT TWO CREEKS
Funeral of John Dahl To Be Held On Tuesday
John Dahl, 74, pioneer resident of Mishicot and Two Creeks died at the 
farm home in Two Creeks this morning. Funeral services will be held 
from the home on Tuesday afternoon, with burial in Mach's cemetery in 
the town of Mishicot.
The deceased was born in Germany and came to Mishicot with his parents 
when a young man. Sixty years ago the family moved to Two creeks. He 
was married there 29 years ago to Louise Krase who survives with three 
daughters, Mrs. Louis Saubert and Mrs. Alvin Steckmesser of the town 
of Two Rivers and Miss Minnie Dahl at home, and one son, Edward, of 
Manitowoc.
The remains were removed to the home from the Jansky funeral parlors 
this afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, April 8, 1933 P. 12


LOUISA DAHL

Mrs. Louisa Dahl, 79, lifelong resident of the town of Two Creeks, 
died this morning at her home after being in failing health for a 
year.
The funeral will be  held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the 
Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home at Two Rivers with the Rev. W.G. 
Hause, pastor of St. John's Lutheran church at Two Rivers, officiating. 
Burial will be in the Mach cemetery, town of Mishicot. The body will 
lie in state at the funeral home.
Mrs. Dahl, nee Krase, was born in Two Creeks Nov. 11, 1860. She was 
married to John Dahl in 1883. He preceded her in death. The survivors 
are one son, Edwin of Manitowoc; three daughters, Mrs. Louis Saubert 
of Two Rivers, Miss Minnie of Two Creeks and Mrs. Alvin Stechmesser 
of Two Rivers, five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 5, 1940 P. 2


MINNIE J. DAHL

Minnie J. Dahl, 87, formerly of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, died Thursday morning 
at Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at St. John Lutheran Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Richard Weber will officiate and burial will be in 
Mach Cemetery.
Miss Dahl was born Nov. 22, 1887, daughter of the late John and Louise 
Krase Dahl.
Survivors include a brother, Edwin Dahl, of Manitowoc and nieces and 
nephews.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel, Funeral Home Inc., Two Rivers, after 
6 p.m. Friday.
Herald Times Reporter, Thursday, February 28, 1974 P. 20


ADOLPH DVORAK

Adolph Dvorak, Sr., 83, retired town of Mishicot farmer, former 
director of the former Tisch Mills State Bank, and a district 
school board member many years, died unexpectedly of a heart 
attack at his home in the village of Mishicot at 10 a.m. Sunday. 
He had been in good health up to the time of the affliction.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, at the Specht 
Funeral Home, Mishicot, the Rev. Richard Schmitz, Manitowoc, 
officiating. Interment will be in the Mach Cemetery, town of 
Mishicot.
Dvorak was born in the town of Mishicot in 1870, a son of the late 
Wenzel and Dora Shimonek Dvorak. In 1895, he married Emma Janda who 
preceded him in death at Mishicot three years. 
Until six years ago when he retired, he operated a farm in the town 
of Mishicot, now being conducted by two sons. 
During the operation of the former Tisch Mills State Bank, Dvorak 
served for a number of years as a director. He was also a member 
of the board of school district No. 6 for many years. Fraternally, 
he was affiliated with Z.C.B.J. Bohemian Lodge. 
Surviving are two sons, Henry and Adolph, Jr., town of Mishicot; 
a brother, Stephen Dvorak of Two Rivers; six grandchildren and a 
great grandchild.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 1 p.m. Tuesday until the 
time of service. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 4, 1954 P.15
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(NOTE: b. date in obit doesn't match tombstone)


EMILIE DVORAK

Mrs. Adolph A. Dvorak, 73, of Mishicot, died Tuesday afternoon at the Two 
Rivers Municipal hospital of an internal hemorrhage. On Thursday, Mrs. Dvorak, 
was visiting at the Matt Princl home in Mishicot, and fell down the last step 
and broke her hip. She was moved to the hospital at that time.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Specht funeral home in 
Mishicot, the Rev. Richard Schmitz of Manitowoc, officiating. Burial will be 
in the St. John cemetery in the town of Mishicot.
Mrs. Dvorak, nee Emilie Janda, was born in Cooperstown in 1876. She was married 
to Mr. Dvorak in 1895 and they operated a farm in the town of Mishicot until 
two years ago, when they moved into the village.
Survivors are the husband; two sons, Henry and Adolph Jr. on the home farm; seven 
grand children.
Mrs. Dvorak was a member of the ZCBJ lodge. The body may be viewed at the funeral 
home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 17, 1949  p.2


HENRY W. DVORAK

Henry W. Dvorak, 67, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, who with a brother, Adolph, had 
operated Dvorak Brothers dairy farm in the Town of Mishicot for many years, 
died Friday night at Fair Hill Nursing Home, Rosecrans.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral 
Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial will be in Maack 
Cemetery, Town of Mishicot.
Henry Dvorak was born on the farm in the Town of Mishicot in which he spent 
his entire life, Mary 21, 1896, a son of the late Adolph and Emma Janda Dvorak. 
He never married. He was a member of the Modern Woodmen of America.
Surviving are the brother on the home farm, three nieces and three nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday.
Two Rivers Reporter, November 30, 1963 P. M-9
*********
(24 Mar 1896/Nov 1963/SSDI)


VACLAV DVORAK     (d. 1905)

(Order For Proof of Will.)
STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY.
In the Matter of the Estate of Wenzel Dworak (sic) deceased. In Probate.
An instrument in writing, purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of Wenzel 
Dworak of the town of Mishicott, in said County, having been delivered into said 
Court:
And Adolph S. Chloupek, of Mishicott in said County having presented to said 
Court his petition in writing duly verified, representing, among other things, 
that said Wenzel Dworak died testate, at the town of Mishicott, in said County, 
on the 15th day of December, 1905; that said Instrument is the Last Will of said 
deceased, and that Adolph S. Chloupek is named therein as Executor, and praying 
that said Instrument be proven and admitted to Probate and that letters Testamentary 
be thereon issued to Aldoph S. Chloupek.
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 23rd day 
of January, 1906, at 10 o'clock A.M.
An it is Further Ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be given 
by publication hereof for three successive weeks, once each week, previous to the 
time of said hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot, a newspaper published in said Manitowoc 
County.
Dated December 22, 1905.
By the Court,
John Chloupek, County Judge.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, January 4, 1906 P. 4


ANNA DVORAKOVA

From the Files of the Pilot - Twenty-Five Years Ago -  (1893)
On Sunday afternoon, Mrs. Anna Dvorak(sic) of Mishicot, while at work in a 
field in which there was a fire, had her dress ignited. She was unable to 
quench the flames and they spread to all the clothing, burning so seriously 
that she died seven hours after the accident occurred. She was 52 years of 
age.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Sept. 26, 1918


FAYE EGGERT

Death Fri. of one of the twin daughters of Gust Eggert 
in Two Rivers, of convulsions. The child was 6 mos. old.
Der Nord Westen, 17 Mar. 1904
********
Faye Eggert
birth: 2 February 1904 Two Creeks
death: 11 March 1904 Two Creeks, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Mishicot
residence: 1904 Two Creeks
father: Gust Eggert
mother: Flora
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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(Note: This article was in error. On the birth index, the two Eggert
twins were Faye and Floyd, both born Feb. 2, 1904. On the death index
Faye died Mar. 11, 1904 so the age is incorrect in the newspaper.


FLORA EGGERT

Death in Holy Family Hospital, where she had been brought six hours earlier, 
of Mrs. Flora Eggert of Two Creeks on Saturday afternoon at age 26. She is 
survived by her husband.
Der Nord Westen, 27 Feb. 1908 
********
Last Saturday the ambulance of the Holy Family Hospital went to Two Creeks 
to take Mrs. Gust Eggert to the hospital for treatment, she being in a very 
delicate and serious condition owing to a recent obstetrical operation but 
she died within a very short time after reaching the hospital. Her remains 
were taken to her home in Two Creeks yesterday and her funeral will take 
place tomorrow afternoon therefrom. She will be buried in a little country 
churchyard not far from her home. She was 26 years of age and was a daughter 
of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Ihlenfeldt of Two Creeks and was an amiable and loveable 
woman.
The Chronicle, Tues., Feb. 25, 1908
********
MISHICOT
Last Sunday, the 23rd, Mrs. Gustav Eggert of the Town of Two Creeks, 
died of food poisoning. Mrs. Eggert was quite a young woman yet. She 
was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Ihlenfeldt of the same town 
and was married about eight years ago. She leaves a sorrowing husband 
and three or four children. Mr. Eggert has our heartfelt sympathy in 
his hour of bereavement and sorrow.
The Reporter, Sat., Feb. 29, 1908


GUSTAV EGGERT

Two Creeks News
DIED – Mr. Gustave Eggert of Mishicott town died last week from the effects of blood 
poisoning contracted from a horse infected with glanders. He was one of the pioneers of the 
county, coming here in the early fifties. He was an upright neighbor and a fond and loving 
father. He raised a large family of children and gave them all a good common school 
education. His body was interred from the Lutheran church in the cemetery near Maak's, 
a few miles west of here.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Aug. 24, 1894 
********
A man named Eggert whose home has been in the town of Mishicott died last week at 
the Manitowoc hospital of a disease which his physicians pronounced glanders. It seems 
that he owned a glandered horse a few years ago and that some of the drippings from the 
nostrils of the diseased animal accidentally got into a sore upon his hands, thus innoculating 
him with that terrible disease. A few years ago, Capt. Dow of Manitowoc died from the 
same cause.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., Aug. 24, 1894 
********
Death last week, in the hospital, of Gustav Eggert, a resident of Mishicott. 
He died of blood poisoning as a result of an open wound being infected from 
a “snotsick” (rotzkranken) horse.
Der Nord Westen, 30 Aug. 1894
*******
A man by the name of Eggert living in the town of Mishicott recently contracted 
the glanders from a horse, which, if reports of its previous condition are true, 
has suffered from the disease for several years. The man evidently knew nothing 
of the true condition of the horse and became infected with the disease while 
caring for the animal, a portion of the discharge from the horse’s nostrils coming 
in contact with his hand on which there was a slight abrasion of the skin. Dr. 
Pritchard who had charge of the patient, says that this is the second case of this 
masture on record in the county. The man died on Tuesday last at the Polish 
hospital and was buried Wednesday.
The Manitowoc Pilot, August 23, 1894
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NOTES FROM NERO
John Eggert of Fond du Lac was here a few days ago on account of the death of 
his brother.
The Manitowoc Pilot, August 30, 1894
********
Gustav Eggert
birth: 1843 Germany (sic)
death: 21 August 1894 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Mishicott,
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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(NOTE: It's possible the stone was mis-read. a 4 and a 1 were sometimes
mistaken for each other depending on the wear.)


SOPHIA EGGERT    (d. 1879)

Mrs. G. Eggert of the town of Mishicott died last Friday. She leaves a large 
family of children who will miss her tender, loving care.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 6, 1879  P. 3


ANNA ENGELBRECHT

Anna F Radke
Birth • Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907
Name: Anna F Radke
Birth Date:	7 Nov 1876
Birth Place:	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Reel:	0115
Record: 000023
"Wisconsin, U.S., Birth Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Anna Friedericka Henrietta Radtke
Marriage • Wisconsin, U.S., Marriage Records, 1820-2004
Name: Anna Friedericka Henrietta Radtke
Parents: William Radtke/Emilia Krieser
Birthplace: Town Cooperstown, Manitowoc Co Wis
Marriage Date: 26 Feb 1897
Marriage County: Town Cooperstown, Manitowoc Co, Wisconsin, USA
Place: Ev. Luth. St. John's church
Spouse: Herman Albert William Engelbrecht
Parents: William Engelbrecht/Ernestine Becker
Occupation: Farmer
Birthplace: Town Cooperstown, Manitowoc Co Wis
"Wisconsin, U.S., Marriage Records, 1820-2004"
*****
Anna Engelbrecht
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907
Name: Anna Engelbrecht
Death Date:	26 Mar 1828 (sic)
Death Place:	Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Volume: 03
Page Number: 0250
Reel:	050
Image: 1410
Index Volume: 02
Sequence Number:	097048
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Index, 1808-1907"
*****
Anna Rudthe Engelbrecht
Death • Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004
Name: Anna Rudthe Engelbrecht
Color: White
Sex: Female
Occupation: Wife of farmer
Age: 21yrs 4 mos 19 days
Father: Wm Radtke
Birthplace of father: Germany
Mother: Emilia Radtke
Birthplace of mother: Germany
Birthplace of deceased: Cooperstown, Manitowoc Co Wis.
Name of husband: Herman Engelbrecht
Status: married
Birthdate: 07 Nov 1876
Death Date: 26 Mar 1898
Death County: Two Creeks, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
Cause of death: Puerperal fever
Duration of desease: Two months
Burial place: Maacks Cemetery of Mishicot Wis
"Wisconsin, U.S., Death Records, 1959-2004"


DORIS ENGELLAND

MRS. ENGELLAND IS DEAD AT MISHICOT 
TWO RIVERS, Nov. 17—News has been received here by relatives and friends 
of the death of Mrs. Hans Englland (sic) who died at her home in Mishicot 
yesterday of complication of diseases. The funeral will be held from the 
house Thursday afternoon at 2:00 by Rev. Siewert of this city and interment 
will be at Maacks Cemetery. Mrs. Englland (sic) was born in Gremany (sic) 
in 1850 and arrived in this country with her parents in 1855, at which time 
her parents resided in Chicago for a few years before coming to locate on a 
farm in the Town of Mishicot. About six years ago they left the farm and 
resided in the village until her death. She was married to Hans Englland (sic) 
in 1869. Her maiden name was Doris Jens. Besides her husband, she leaves to 
mourn her one sister, Mrs. John Jans of this city. 
Manitowoc Herald News, November 17, 1925  P. 5


HANS ENGELLAND    (d. 1927)

Aged Resident Dead
Han Engelland(sic), 91, a resident of Manitowoc county for 61 years, died 
yesterday, at the home of his nephew, William Engelland, in the town of Two 
Rivers, with whom he made his home for the past two years, following the death 
of his wife. 
The deceased came here from Germany 61 years ago, and settled on a farm in the 
town of Mishicot. He was the oldest in the large family of children,and survived 
the longest, all other relatives being deceased with the exception of the niece 
and nephew, with whom he resided.
Burial will tak eplace (sic) on Saturday afternoon, from the home, Rev. Sievert 
officiating. Burial will be at the Maack cemetery in the town of Mishicot.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, September 8, 1927 P. 10
********
An old settler and highly esteemed farmer of this vicinity was laid to rest last Saturday 
afternoon when the earthly remains of Hans Hening Peter Engelland, were buried at 
the Maack Cemetery in the Town of Mishicot.  Deceased answered the final summons 
at the home of his nephew, William Engelland of theTown of Two Rivers on Wed., 
Sept. 7 after an illness of two weeks at the age of ninety years.
Mr. Engelland came to America sixty-one years ago from Holstein, Germany, his native 
land, where he was born June 2, 1887 and settled on a farm in the town of Mishicot 
where he resided until six years ago. Fifty-eight years ago he was married to Doris 
Jans, who was his faithful helpmate for nearly sixty years when she passed away leaving 
him to make his home with his only surviving relatives, a niece and nephew, for the past 
two years. Rev. F.J. Siewert officiated at the funeral which was largely attended.
Two Rivers Reporter Chronicle   Sept. 15, 1927


HENNING P. ENGELLAND

From Der Nord Westen, 28 Apr. 1892: 
(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 19 Apr.)
Death on 06 Apr. of Henning P. Engelland, of tuberculosis. He was 52 yrs. 
and a few mos. of age, came to America in 1867, worked a few years in 
Chicago as a woodworker, than came to Manitowoc Co. to farm. He married 
in 1871. He leaves a widow and 3 children of whom 2 sons are grown. The 
burial took place Sun., 8 days ago, in the cemetery near Carl Maack’s.


GOTTLIEB FRASCH

Nero news:
Gottlieb Frasch, who has been staying with his nephew Louis Frasch, died last 
Wednesday, the funeral taking place Saturday.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 27, 1902
*********
Ed. B. Frasch who has been working in Milwaukee for the past two years, was 
called here by the death of his uncle. He made a call on some of his friends 
while here but has again returned to Milwaukee.
Manitowoc Pilot, February 27, 1902
*********
Gottlieb Frasch
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name Gottlieb Frasch
Event Type Death
Event Date 1902
Event Place Two Creeks, Wisconsin
Residence Place Two Creeks, Wis.
Gender Male
Age 76
Marital Status Single
Race W
Occupation Farmer
Birth Year (Estimated) 1826
Birthplace Germany
Burial Place Mishicot At Mack's
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Gottlieb Frasch
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials
Name Gottlieb Frasch
Gender Male
Burial Place Mishicot
Death Date 12 Feb 1902
Death Place Two Creeks, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
Age 76
Birth Date 1826
Birthplace Germany
Occupation Farmer
Race White
Marital Status Single
Citing this Record
"Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968," database, FamilySearch 
Gottlieb Frasch, 12 Feb 1902; citing Maack'S Cemetery, Two Creeks, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin


LEONARD FRASCH

Suicide - L. Frasch, a well known and well-to-do farmer of the Town of Two Creeks 
committed suicide last Saturday night, during a temporary fit of insanity, by taking 
a dose of Paris Green. When his family discovered what he had done, antidotes 
were immediately administered and a physician sent for, but all efforts to save his 
life were futile as he died about half an hour before the physician arrived. He was 
70 years of age.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - July 14, 1896
********
Leonard Frasch, of Two Creeks, committed suicide on Sunday 
by taking Paris green. He was 70 years of age.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, July 16, 1896
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(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 20 July) 
Burial of Leonhard Fraasch last week in Maack’s Cemetery. 
He leaves 7 children.
Der Nord Westen, 23 July 1896
********
COUNTY COURT ITEMS.
Estates That Have Received the Attention of Judge Anderson.
Business transacted in County court the past few days is as follows:  
final decree of settlement in the estate of Lenhardt Frasch.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, April 8, 1899 P.1


MRS. LEONHARD FRASCH 

From Der Nord Westen, 24 Oct. 1889:
Death of Mrs. Leonhard Fraasch, after long suffering, on 16 Oct. The
deceased suffered a stroke over 14 mos. ago and has been bedridden ever since. She
reached the age of 57 yrs. and leaves her husband and 9 children - 4 boys and 5 girls
- of whom the youngest is 11 yrs. old. The funeral took place last Sat. morning at the
Lutheran Cemetery in Mishicott.
(Note: L. Frasch stone discarded at the edge of the cemetery)
(Note: L. Frasch appears to be Mrs. L. Frasch according to her obit)


SOPHIA FRASCH

Sophia Fraasch(sic), aged thirty years, died last Saturday at the home of 
Ferdinand Schroeder in this city. Her home was formerly in the Town of Two 
Creeks. She had been sick for some time.  
Mr. and Mrs. Jos Immler, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Minden, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Fraasch 
and Edward Fraasch, all of Milwaukee, came here yesterday to attend the funeral 
of her brother-in-law, Ferdinand Schroeder of this city and who was buried in the 
Maack Cemetery this (Tuesday) afternoon. The parties mentioned are all relations 
of deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Immler will spend  few days visiting old neighbors and 
friends in Two Creeks before returning.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., Sept. 6, 1904
**********
Sophia Fraasch
birth: 21 May 1874 Wisconsin
death: 3 September 1904 Two Rivers, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Mishicot
residence: 1904 Two Rivers, Wis.
father: Leonhard Fraasch
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


ANNA GEERDTS

Mrs. Detlef Geerdts, 80, died late Thursday afternoon at her home 
in the Town of Two Creeks. She had been seriously ill for six weeks. 
Mrs. Geerdts was a resident of Manitowoc County since 1881 when she 
came to the United States from Germany with her parents. She was born 
Aug. 16, 1858, her maiden name being Anna Janzen. The couple were 
married in Manitowoc and in 1883 moved to Two Creeks where they have 
since resided. 
Survivors are the widower and six children, Mrs. Wencil Halluda and 
William Geerdts of the Town of Two Creeks, Mrs. John Puis and Mrs. 
Louis Puis of Two Rivers, Mrs. Arthur Zierzow of the Town of Two 
Rivers and Mrs. Ed. Gloe of Madison;19 grandchildren and one great-
grandchild. 
The funeral is expected to be held Monday at the Klein & Stangel, 
Inc., Funeral Home in Two Rivers. Definite funeral plans will be 
announced in Saturday’s paper. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 23, 1938
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Funeral services for Mrs. Detlef Geerdts, 80, pioneer town of Two 
Creeks resident who died at the farm home Thursday afternoon, will 
be held from the Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home at Two Rivers 
at 1:45 p.m. Monday with the Rev. W.G. Haase of St. John’s Lutheran 
Church officiating. There will be no church services. The body will 
be taken to Mach’s cemetery in the Town of Mishicot for burial.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 24, 1938


DETLEF GEERDTS

Funeral services for Detlef Geerdts, pioneer Two Creeks resident 
who died Saturday noon, will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from 
the funeral home of Klein & Stangel, Inc., at Two Rivers. Interment 
will be in the Mach Cemetery, west of Two Creeks.
Mr. Geerdts was the father of 11 children. Five daughters and a son 
survive. Other survivors are 19 grandchildren and five great-grand-
children.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 12, 1940. P.2
(Photo with obit)


LILLIE (ZIERZOW) GEERDTS

Death Takes Young Mother.
Mrs. William Geerdts died at the family home on the Rangeline Road 
at 7:30 o’clock this morning, death being due to pneumonia which 
followed the birth of a baby two weeks ago. Mrs. Geerdts was 33 
years old and is survived by her husband and three children. 
She was a Miss Gierzow(sic) before her marriage. The funeral 
arrangements had not been completed at 2 o’clock this afternoon 
and will be announced tomorrow. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, March 4, 1925 
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Wm Geerdts and Lillian Zierzow of the Town of Two Creeks were united in marriage 
at St. John's parsonage Wednesday by Rev. Doehler. Both are estimable young people 
and their parents prosperous farmers. They will reside in the Town of Two Creeks.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 3, 1914


WILLIAM F. GEERDTS

Funeral services for William F. Geerdts, 78, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Town of Two 
Creeks, who died Friday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital, will be at 
1:30 p.m. Monday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. 
Gerhard Geiger officiating. Burial will be in Mach's Cemtery (sic), Town of 
Mishicot.
Mr. Geerdts was born Jan. 18, 1890, in the Town of Two Creeks, a son of the 
late Detlef and Anna Janzen Geerdts. He married the former Lillian Zierzow 
Sept. 30, 1915, at Two Creeks, the couple taking up their home on the Geerdts 
homestead farm. His wife preceded him in death March 4, 1925, Engaged in farming 
his entire life, he was employed, however, during several winter seasons at O.A. 
Smith Co., Milwaukee.
Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Frederick (Gertrude) Sauber of Rt. 1, Two 
Rivers, and Mrs. Thomas (Esther) Krizizke of Two Rivers; a son, Roland of Rt. 1, 
Two Rivers; three sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Puls of Two Rivers, Mrs. Arthur Zierzow 
of Rt. 1, Mishicot, and Mrs. Edward Gloe, of Madison; nine grandchildren, and 
five great grandchildren. Four sisters and a brother preceded him in death.
Friends may call after 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, February 24, 1968 P. M11
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(b. 18 Jan 1890/d. Feb 1968/SSDI)
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Wm Geerdts and Lillian Zierzow of the Town of Two Creeks were united in marriage 
at St. John's parsonage Wednesday by Rev. Doehler. Both are estimable young people 
and their parents prosperous farmers. They will reside in the Town of Two Creeks.
The Reporter, Sat., Oct. 3, 1914


JOHANN C.E. GIERKE

John Gierke, an old and respected resident of Two Creeks, died at the hospital 
in Manitowoc Thursday morning, where he had been taken to several days previous 
for treatment. He had been suffering for several years with a stomach trouble. 
He was 63 years old and leaves a family of grown up children.
The Reporter, Dec. 1, 1906
********
Death Thursday last week of John Gierke of Two Creeks in Holy Family Hospital 
following an operation. Mr. Gierke was a highly respected resident of Town Two 
Creeks.
Der Nord Westen, 06 Dec. 1906


MINNIE GIERKE

Two Creeks:
We are sorry to say that Mrs. Gierke is in a serious condition, a stroke of 
paralysis having affected the aged lady. Let us hope for a speedy recovery.
The Reporter, Fri, Aug. 3, 1917


ELEANOR M. HAVLINEK

Eleanor M. Havlinek, 52, of Nolensville, Tennessee, died Saturday, October 18, 
1986 at home. Funeral services will be 1 pm Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Sullivan will officiate and burial 
will be in Mach Cemetery, Town of Mishicot.
Mrs. Havlinek was born Jan. 20, 1934 at Kansas City, Missouri, daughter of 
Henry G. Berghorn and the late Helen V. Garrity. She was married to Gordon W. 
Havlinek, Jan. 3, 1959 at Nashville, Tennessee. Mrs. Havlinek was a Registered 
Nurse at Veterans Administration Hospital, Nashville, Tennessee.
Survivors include her husband, Gordon; her father and step-mother, Henry and 
Leta Berghorn of Indio, California; a sister and brother-in-law, Elizabeth and 
Charles Dasaulniars of Franklin, Massachusetts, nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 11 am 
Thursday until the time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wed., Oct. 22, 1986 page 22
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(20 Jan 1934/Oct 1986/SSDI)


GORDON W. HAVLINEK

Gordon W. Havlinek, age 63, of Nolensville, Tenn., died Friday, June 17, 1994, 
at his residence. FuneralServices will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, June 29, 1994, 
at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home. Officiating at the service will be Rev. 
Robert Sullivan, with burial to follow at Mach Cemetery, town of Mishicot. 
Graveside military services will be accorded by VFW Post 1248.
He was born May 11, 1931 in the town of Two Rivers, son of the late Henry and
Elsie Lehrmann Havlinek. He was a graduate of Two Rivers Washington High School, 
with the class of 1949. Mr. Havlinek was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force serving 
in Vietnam as a pilot and pilot instructor, retiring after 20 years with the rank 
of Major. He married Eleanor M. Havlinek Berghorn on January 3, 1959 in Nashville, 
Tenn. She preceded him in death on October 18, 1986.
Survivors include one brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Carole Havlinek, New 
Berlin; five sisters and five brothers-in-law, Margaret and Roland Dvorak, Two 
Rivers, Janet and Sydney Herman Jr., Waukesha, Elaine and Richard Seefeldt, Two 
Rivers, Dorothy and Donald Krummel, Waukesha, Judi and Bruck Lusk, Manitowoc; 
his step-mother, Ethel Havlinek, Two Rivers; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, 
Elizabeth and Charles Desaulniers, Franklin, Mass.; nieces, nephews and other 
relatives and friends also survive.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home on Wednesday from 11 a.m. until 
the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, June 27, 1994 p.A2


ANTJE HOENCK

From the Two Rivers Manitowoc Co. Chronicle, Tue. May 5, 1891:
Died: - Mrs. Ange Hoenke(sic), May 1, aged eighty-six years. She came to
this country with her husband in 1870. Her husband died about nine
years ago. Since his death she has lived with her son, Mr. Hans
Engellandt.


HANS F. HOENCK

(First publication June 20, 1882.)
STATE OF WISCONSIN,-County of Manitowoc, ss.
Probate Office, Manitowoc, Wis., June 16th A.D. 1882.
In the matter of the Proof and Probate of the last Will and Testament of Hans 
Fredrick Hoenck, deceased, late of the Town of Mishicott, County of Manitowoc.
Whereas, an instrument in writing, purporting to be the last Will and Testament 
of Hans Frederick Hoenck, deceased, late of the Town of Mishicott, County of 
Manitowoc, has been filed in this office; and, whereas application has been made 
by H.P. Ingeland, who is named in said Will as exeentor (sic) thereof, praying 
that the same be proven and admitted to Probate according to the laws of this 
State.
Therefore, it is ordered that said application be heard before me at the Probate 
Office in Manitowoc, in said county, on Tuesday, the 18th day of July, A.D. 1882, 
at ten o'clock AM.
And it is further ordered, that notice shall be given to all persons interested 
in said will of the time and place of said hearing, by publication in the Lake 
Shore Times, a newspaper printed in said county, for three successive weeks, once 
each week, prior to the time of such hearing.
By the Court,
R.D. Smart, County Judge.
Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, June 20, 1882 P. 4


ANNA IHLENFELDT

Funeral services for Mrs. Anna Ihlenfeldt, 85, of Rt. 1, Kewaunee, Town of 
Carlton, who died Saturday morning at St. Mary Hospital, Kewaunee, will be 
at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Creeks, 
the Rev. Percy Damrow officiating. Burial will be in Mach Cemetery.
Mrs. Ihlenfeldt, nee Anna Mattek, was born Oct. 31, 1885, in the Town of 
Two Creeks, a daughter of the late August and Minnie Last Mattek. She was 
married in the Town of Mishicot Sept. 20, 1905, to Walter W. Ihlenfeldt, 
who died in 1915. Her earlier life after her husband's death was spent at 
Two Rivers in the Town of Two Creeks. For the past 40 years she made her 
home with a sister, Mrs. Ella Kracht of Rt. 1, Kewaunee. She was a member 
of the St. John Dorcas Society of Two Creeks.
Besides the sister she leaves a number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
after 3 p.m. Monday until 10 a.m. Tuesday when the casket will be taken 
to the church where the body will lie in state after 11 a.m. until the 
time of services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 19, 1971


CHARLES H. IHLENFELDT

STROKE TAKES C. IHLENFELDT
Retired Farme will be Buried Monday Afternoon.
Charles Ihlenfeldt, 1022 South 21st street, retired farmer, died early today. 
He was a stroke victim a few weeks ago and steadily failed in health since. 
He was 79.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 1 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and 
Schlei funeral home and at 2 p.m. from the Lutheran church at Two Creeks. 
Interment will be in the Maach cemetery in the town of Mishicot.
The deceased was born in Germany in 1856 and in early life came to this county, 
engaging in farming at Sandy Bay and Two Creeks. He was twice married, the second 
time to Johanna Gomel. Sixteen years ago he moved to this city to retire.
Survivors are his widow; a son Ray, Madison, state supervisor of elementary 
schools, a brother William, Milwaukee; five grandchildren and two great-grand-
children.
The body may be viewed from Saturday night on at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. July 26, 1935 P. 2


CHRIS IHLENFELDT    (d. 1926)

Notes from Mishicot:
Christian Ihlenfeld, father of chairman Albert Ihlenfeldt, died at the Albert 
Ihlenfeld home Monday afternoon. The funeral was held from the Albert Ihlenfeldt 
home Wednesday afternoon. The deceased was born in Germany and was eighty-nine 
years old. he came to this country sixty years ago and had always lived near 
Mishicot. His wife died several years ago. He is survived by two sons, Albert 
and Otto.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 18, 1926
*******
One of the oldest residents of Mishicot, Christ Ihlenfeldt, died on Monday afternoon 
at the age of 89 years. Death was due to a heart attack and to his advanced age. He 
was born in Germany, coming here when a young man and served in the army of his 
newly adopted country. He ran a farm midway between Tisch Mills and Mishicot until 
retiring. Since his retirement he lived with his son, Albert. His wife preceded him in 
death seven years ago and he leaves two sons, Albert and Randolph of Milwaukee.  
Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Teply officiating.
Two Rivers Reporter - Fri., Nov. 19, 1926   


CHRISTIAN IHLENFELDT    (d. 1894)

DIED—
Christian Ihlenfeldt at the residence of his son, Christian Ihlenfeldt Jr. 
Deceased has lived in this vicinity for 36 yrs and has been engaged in farming 
during that time. He died at the ripe age of 82 years.
The Manitowoc Pilot, January 18, 1894
********
(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 16 Jan.)
Death last Fri, 12 Jan. of Christian Ihlenfeld, father of Christian 
and John Ihlenfeld in Ahnapee. He was a former resident on the Northside 
of Mishicott. He was born 29 Oct. 1811 in Demmin, Prussia, and so 
reached the age of 82 yrs. and a few months. He came to America in 1857 
with the above named sons and his late wife. The funeral took place Sun. 
afternoon at the cemetery near Carl Maak’s place. 
Der Nord Westen, 25 Jan. 1894


HATTIE IHLENFELDT

Operation is Fatal -
Mrs. Charles Ihlenfeldt, of Two Creeks, a sister of Mrs. J.A. Roberts of this
city, died at the hospital last night, failing to survive an operation which
she underwent several days ago. Decedent was 50 years of age and is survived
by her husband and two sons, Walter and Roy.
The body will be taken to Sandy Bay, her former home, for burial.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, August 27, 1913 p.4
********
Hattie, the wife of Charles Ihlenfeldt of the town of Two Creeks died on the 
26th at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, having attained the age of 54 years. 
She leaves her husband and two sons, Walter and Roy and a number of grandchildren 
to mourn the loss of a devoted wife and mother. The funeral was held from Maack's 
Church, Town of Mishicot on Friday afternoon.
The Reporter, Sat., Aug. 30, 1913


WALTER W. IHLENFELDT

The body of Walter Ihlenfeldt of Two Creeks was brought yesterday 
from the Green Bay hospital where he died Wednesday night. Mr. 
Ihlenfeldt had been confined there with a heart affectation for 
weeks. He was born in the town of Two Creeks thirty years ago. 
The funeral will be held Saturday.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, November 19, 1915, Page 2
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The body of Walter Ihlenfeldt of Two Creeks was brought yesterday from the Green 
Bay hospital where he died Wednesday night. Mr. Ihlenfeldt had been confined 
there with a heart affection for weeks. He was born in the Town of Two Creeks 
thirty years ago. His father, Charles Ihlenfeldt, a brother, Roy and Mrs. 
Ihlenfeldt survive him. The funeral will be Saturday afternoon from the home at 
Two Creeks.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 19, 1915
*********
After a lingering illness of several months, Walter Ihlenfeldt was called to Rest 
Wednesday evening at about ten o'clock at the Green Bay hospital. Mr. Ihlenfeldt 
had been confined there with a heart affection for months. Everything was done to 
fight the illness but there was no help. He was born in the Town of Carlton, 
Kewaunee County, thirty-one years ago. They then came to Two Creeks where he resided 
on a farm. Mr. Ihlenfeldt was a popular farmer. He possessed a most friendly 
disposition and was always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need. He will 
be missed by all who knew him. Mr. Ihlenfeldt is survived by his father, Chas. 
Ihlenfeldt, a brother, Roy and his wife, Anna Ihlenfeldt, nee Mattek, his mother 
and sister having preceded him in death. The funeral services took place Saturday 
afternoon from the St. John's Lutheran Church and the remains were laid to rest in 
the Maack's Cemetery. A large number of friends and relatives were present to show 
their sympathy to the sorrowing family.
The Reporter, Fri., Nov. 26, 1915
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TWELVE ESTATES IN PROBATE COURT DURING MONTH OF DECEMBER
The following estates were admitted to probate during the month 
of December, 1915:
Anna Felber, Matilda Borucki, Mary Ann Maguire, Ignatz Doubrowski, 
Walter Ihlenfeldt, Wilhemina Kohls, Katherine Pankratz, Mattes Reif, 
Jeremiah Reardon, Barbara Strachl, Helen Smith and Mary Hall.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, January 4, 1916 P.3


WILHELMINE IHLENFELDT

Notes from Mishicot:
Wilhelmine Ihlenfeldt, wife of Christian Ihlenfeldt, died Sunday, 
April 11 at the home of her son, Albert. The deceased was born 
August 24, 1844 in Pomerania, Germany. She spent her girlhood in 
the country of her birth. She married on July 14, 18?.
Four children were born to them of whom two, Robert and Alvine, 
preceded their mother in death. The two that survive her are: 
Albert F., living here and Robert N., residing at Milwaukee. The 
burial took place on April 15. Interment was in Vaught's Cemetery, 
the Rev. Mr. Kirchner officiating. Mrs. Ihlenfeldt was a kind and 
lovable woman who endeared herself to all who came within the 
sphere of her graces. Her circle of friends will feel very much 
like a family that has lost its mother.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Apr. 22, 1920
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IHLENFELD: Christian
b: Ganschendorf in Demin Preussen
res: Mishicot
p: Christian Ihlenfeld and Sophia Kaiser
m: 14 June 1866, First Ger. Evang. Luth. Ch.
     (m: 14 July 1866 v.3 p.87 mar. index, Manitowoc courthse)
to: Wilhelmine Messmann
b: Mesika Demmin Preussen
p: Johann Messmann and Christine Giese
********
(It appears the newspaper has an error in the name of the cemetery)


ESTHER KIMBROUGH

Esther Kimbrough, 82, of 1433 North 6th Street, Manitowoc, died Friday, May 23, 
1986, following an accident. Memorial services will be 10 am Tuesday at Manitou 
Manor, Manitowoc. Burial will take place at the Mach Cemetery, Town of Mishicot, 
following cremation.
Mrs. Kimbrough was born May 13, 1904 in the Town of Two Creeks, daughter of the 
late William and Fredricka Klinder Prestien. She was educated in the Town of Two 
Creeks and was a waitress at the Hotel Manitowoc for many years. She married Mr. 
Kimbrough and he preceded her in death.
Survivors include a sister and brother-in-law, Ora and Irvin Voelker of Manitowoc, 
and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two sisters.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Jens Funeral Home and Crematory, 
Manitowoc, assisted the family with arrangements.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., May 24, 1986 page 15
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(13 May 1904/May 1986/SSDI)


ANNA KRACHT    (d. 1916)

Notes From Mishicot:
Mrs. Kracht, Sr., is very ill at the home of her son, John Kracht.
The Manitowoc Pilot, February 24, 1916


FRIEDERIKA KRACHT

MISHICOT:
Mrs. Kracht, an esteemed lady of the Town of Two Creeks, died last Sunday at 
the home of her sister, Mrs. J. Mueller of this city. The funeral took place 
Tuesday at Mach's Cemetery in the Town of Mishicot. Mrs. Kracht's relatives 
from Illinois were present at the funeral.
The Reporter, Sat., Sept. 19, 1908
********
Death in Two Rivers Sunday last week of Mrs. H. Kracht of Two Creeks. 
The funeral was held Tuesday in Town Mishicott.
Der Nord Westen, 24 Sept. 1908


HEINRICH KRACHT

Henry Kracht, one of the oldest settlers and best known citizens of the Town 
of Two Creeks, was called to his eternal home last Monday. The funeral took 
place Thursday afternoon. The deceased was one of the most progressive and well 
liked farmers of his town; he had a very large circle of friends who honored 
him by escorting his body to the place of interment. A family of grown children 
mourn their kind father's departure.
The Reporter, Sat., Apr. 10, 1909
********
Death on 04 April in Two Creeks of Henry Kracht, an old and esteemed 
resident of that town, leaving several children. His wife preceded 
him in death a few months ago. The funeral was held last Thursday.
Der Nord Westen, 15 Apr. 1909


MATHIAS KRACHT

Matte Kracht
birth: 27 November 1901 Wis.
death: 3 July 1902 Two Creeks, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Michicott
residence: 1902 Two Creeks
father: Math Bartholomey
mother: Mina Kracht
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


WILHELM KRACHT    (d. 1905)

Wilhelm Kracht
birth: 7 December 1832 Germany
death: 4 May 1905 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Mishicott
residence: 1905 Mishicott
father: Kracht
spouse: Anna
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


WILLIAM KRACHT

William Kracht, 74-year-old, Two Creeks farmer, was found dead in 
a chair at the farm home at 10:30 o’clock today. Mr. Kracht, who 
had been in failing health, had been about the home during the 
morning and was stricken with a heart attack as he rested in a 
chair. 
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the St. John 
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Two Creeks with burial in the Mach 
cemetery in Mishicot. 
Mr. Kracht was born on the present homestead farm in 1878 and in 
1912, married Mrs. Augusta Fritsch. He was sexton of the Mach 
cemetery for 15 years, held various offices in the town and school 
district including road commissioner, and was manager of the Two 
Creeks Co-Op cheese factory at one time. 
Survivors are the wife; son William, Jr., of Route 1, Mishicot; 
stepdaughter, Mrs, Byron Selten of Lakewood; brother, Victor of 
West Allis; two sisters, Mrs. Emil Grall of Route 2, Manitowoc 
and Mrs. Henry Hippert of West Allis.
The body may be viewed at the Klein aid Stangel funeral home in Two 
Rivers from 7 p.m. in Thursday until 10 a. m. Satirday, and may be 
viewed at the church after 11 a.m. Saturday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, July 9, 1947
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(Note: Augusta Kracht is beside her first husband in #89A)


ELMER KRASE

Nero news:
A little baby of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth(sic) Krase died last Friday; the funeral 
took place Sunday
Manitowoc Pilot, November 19, 1903
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Elmer Krase
Wisconsin, Death Records
Name Elmer Krase
Event Type Death
Event Date 1903
Event Place Nero, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Residence Place Nero, Wis.
Gender Male
Age 0
Birth Date 07 Oct 1903
Birth Year (Estimated) 1903
Birthplace Nero, Wis.
Father's Name Helmuth Krase
Father's Birthplace Nero, Wis.
Mother's Name Anna Krase
Mother's Birthplace Nero, Wis.
"Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907," database, FamilySearch
Elmer Krase, 1903; citing Death, Nero, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
********
(Note: Nero was in Two Creeks township)


HELMUTH KRASE

Helmuth Krase died at his home in the town of Two Creeks this morning 
after suffering a stroke during the night. 
Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock at the 
residence and at 2 o’clock at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Two Creeks 
with interment in the Mach cemetery. 
Born Sept. 23, 1869, Mr. Krase was a lifelong resident of Two Creeks 
and engaged in farming. In 1895, he married Miss Anna Messman who 
survives with one daughter, Miss Esther, and one son Wilbert, both at 
home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, August 30, 1941 
********
Helmuth Krase, an old and highly esteemed resident of the Town of Two 
Creeks, dropped dead from heart disease while engaged in doing chores 
about his barn last Friday morning. He had been in apparent good health 
up to the time he fell from the fatal stroke.
Manitowoc County Chronicle - Tues., July 4, 1899


WILBERT R. KRASE

Injuries suffered three weeks ago when a tractor ran over his leg proved fatal 
Thursday to Wilbert Krase, 31, Two Rivers, route 1. He died at the Two Rivers 
Municipal Hospital at 8:45 pm Thursday after being a patient at the hospital 
since Monday. A blood clot which settled in the lung was the cause of death, 
according to the attending physician.
The body was taken to the Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home in Two Rivers from 
where it will be removed to the home. Funeral services will be held at the home 
in Two Rivers at 1:30 o'clock Monday afternoon and at 2 o'clock from St. John's 
Lutheran Church in Two Rivers with the Rev. Henry Pussehl officiating. Interment 
will be in the Mach cemetery in Two Creeks. 
Wilbert Krase operated the farm owned by his widowed mother, Mrs. Helmuth Krase. 
Survivors are the mother and one sister, Esther, at home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Dec. 11, 1942 page 2
********
Card of Thanks
We wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to all who so kindly 
assisted us in our recent bereavement, the death of our beloved son and 
brother, Wilbert Krase. We especially wish to thank Rev. Henry Pussehl, 
pallbearers, donors of cars, flowers, Klein and Stangel Undertaking, our 
neighbors, friends, relatives and all those who assisted in any way. Your 
many kindnesses will be long remembered.
Mrs. Helmuth Krase and Esther
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Dec. 18, 1942 page 28


WILHELMINE KRASE

Mrs. Krase, mother of Helmuth and Charles Krase, died at the home 
of her son Helmuth on Route 1, Mishicot, Sunday afternoon at 2:30, 
death being due to the infirmities of old age. The funeral will be 
held Wednesday afternoon at the St. John Lutheran Church at Two 
Creeks and interment will be at the Two Creeks Cemetery. 
Mrs. Krase was born 87 years ago and came to this country many years 
ago. She is survived by her two sons, Charles and Helmuth Krase. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, December 29, 1924 


AUGUST LAST

August Last, County Supervisor, Is Dead
VETERAN COUNTY BOARD MEMBER IS VICTIM OF STROKE AT TWO CREEKS
Funeral Friday for Member of the County’s Highway Body 
August Last, 58, veteran member of the county board of supervisors and also 
a member of the county highway committee, died at 5 a.m. today at his farm 
home in the town of Two Creeks, following a stroke that he suffered during 
the night. Summoned to his bedside early this morning, Mrs. Last found her 
husband breathing heavily. He passed away before the arrival of a physician.
The death of Mr. Last proved a shock to the community where he resided and 
to his fellow members on the county board and highway body. He was active 
up to the very end. A week ago Saturday he made the trip with the highway 
committee and Manitowoc city officials to Madison in an effort to gain 
support for the Waldo boulevard extension eastward for this city to connect 
with Memorial Drive to Two Rivers. Last night he played cards in a small 
family gathering at his home and did not complain of feeling ill when he 
retired.
Funeral services for the deceased have been set for Friday afternoon, August 5, 
the same date the county board is to meet in the city to inspect the new county 
workshop and machinery building at Rosemere overhead and the tuberculosis 
sanitarium at Whitelaw. The board will probably arrange to complete this 
inspection trip by noon and attend the funeral of Mr. Last in a body at Two 
Creeks in the afternoon, returning to this city to hold its business session 
after the services or else adjourning to a later date.
Veteran Board Member 
Mr. Last served for nearly 20(?) years on the county board. He was first elected 
as supervisor from the town of Two Creeks in 1908 and served continuously until 
1924 when he retired and was succeeded by Werner Schmoock. The latter served …
(illegible line)..again returned to the county board in 1927 and served 
continuously since that time.
Before the present highway committee was organized, Mr. Last served several terms 
on the regular road and bridge committee of the county board in his earlier years 
on the board. He was named to the present commission in 1928 to succeed Nelson Le 
Clair of Two Rivers and had served since then on that important committee. 
Ferdinand Schneider and Charles Drumm are the two other members of the county 
highway committee. 
In addition to his service on the county board Mr. Last was also honored by his 
township in election to town offices and for years served as a member of the school 
board in the district where he resided. The deceased was honored many times by the 
Two Creeks electorate by whom he was held in high esteem.
Born in Two Creeks 
Mr. Last was born in the town of Two Creeks, February 6, 1874, and grew to manhood 
in the town. He engaged in farming and was married there to Miss Minnie Kracht, 
February 23, 1898. She survives him with one son, Carl, on the homestead farm, four 
daughters, Mrs. Walter Jindra, Two Rivers, Mrs. Roland Harpt, Mishciot, Mrs. Raymond 
Vogt, Two Creeks, and Eva, at home. Two sisters, Mrs. John Myer and Mrs. Guido Berger, 
Two Rivers, a brother Louis of Winnebago, Ill., and four grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 1:30 from the home in Two Creeks 
and at two o’clock from the St. John’s Lutheran church in Two Creeks with burial in 
the cemetery in the town of Mishicot. Rev. Grundemann will be in charge of the 
services. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, August 3, 1932  P. 1
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(Note: Tombstone has a different b. year)


JOHN LAST SR.    (d. 1919)

John Last, aged 81, died on Tuesday at the home of his son, John, 
in the town of Two Creeks. Deceased was born in Germany and came 
to this country in 1854 and has since that year made his home in 
the Town of Two Creeks. He was a good man and was highly respected 
by his neighbors and friends. He is survived by ten children. The 
funeral was held on Friday from the Lutheran Church at Two Creeks 
and interment took place at Maack's Cemetery - the Two Rivers Chronicle.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., May 29, 1919
********
OLDEST SETTLER GONE
The oldest remaining pioneer in the Town of Two Creeks, passed away when John 
Last died on Tuesday, May 20. The funeral was held Friday from St. John's Lutheran 
church. After an illness of five weeks, Mr. Last answered the call peacefully at 
the home of his son, John at Two Creeks.
Mr. Last was born at Proenso, Germany, March 19, 1838. He came to America with 
his parents at the age of nineteen and settled on a farm in Two Creeks where he 
lived until his death. In 1862 he was married to Miss Caroline Krase, who came 
to this country from Germany two years after he did. Ten children were born to 
them, eight of whom are still living. They are: Mrs. August Mattek, August and 
John of Two Creeks, Mrs. Guido Berger, Mrs. john Myers and Charles of Two Rivers 
and Herman and Louis of Rockford, Ill.  His wife died in 1885 and three years 
later he was married to Miss Minnie Cressler of Chicago who passed away in 1895. 
Besides his children, he leaves twenty-nine grandchildren and give great 
grandchildren.
Mr. Last was the oldest member of St. John's Lutheran Church. He led a good, 
Christian life, was a good neighbor and father. He took an active interest in 
town affairs having been assessor for eighteen years and district clerk for 
fifteen. His death is keenly felt by all. Six of his grandchildren, John Mattek, 
Alvin Myers, Archie, Walter, Carl and George Last were the pallbearers.
The Reporter, Thurs., May 29, 1919


JOHN LAST    (d. 1925)

SECOND DEATH IN LAST FAMILY IN TEN DAYS 
Death for the second time in ten days claimed a member of the Last family when 
John Last, of Two Creeks passed away at the Holy Family hospital in this city 
last night, aged 60. Death was due to diabetes. The funeral will be held at West 
Two Creeks Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Rev. Gruendoman of the Lutheran church 
officiating. 
Mr. Last was born at Two Creeks Feb. 21, 1865 and had always resided there. He 
was married in 1896 to Ricka Messman who preceded him in death in 1915. One son 
Walter at Two Creeks, three brothers, August at Two Creeks, Herman and Louis at 
Rockford, Ill., and three sisters, Mrs. Guido Berger, Mrs. John Myers, Two Rivers 
and Mrs. August Matek, Two Creeks, survive. 
Manitowoc Herald News, October 10, 1925 P. 1
******
Death claimed John Last, lifelong resident of Two Creeks at Holy Family Hospital on 
Friday evening after long suffering from diabetes. Deceased was born in the Town of 
Two Creeks a little over 60 years ago on February 21, 1865.  He was married in 1896 
to Ricka Messman who preceded him in death in 1915. One son, Walter of Two Creeks, 
three brothers, August of Two Creeks, Herman and Louis of Rockford, Ill., and three 
sisters, Mrs. Guido Berger, Mrs. John Myers, Two Rivers and Mrs. August Matek, 
Two Creeks, survive.
He was a brother of Charles Last of this city who preceded him in death by only  a few 
days. The funeral was held at West Two Creeks Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. 
Gruendman of the Lutheran Church officiating.
The Reporter - Fri., Oct. 16, 1925  


MINNIE LAST

Mrs. Minnie Last, 86, of Mishicot, died Saturday night at Two Rivers 
municipal hospital where she had been a patient since June 12. 
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 
Mishicot, the Rev. David Worgull officiating. Burial will be in Mach 
Cemetery, Town of Mishicot.
Mrs. Last, nee Minnie Kracht, was born Nov. 6, 1875, in the Town of 
Mishicot, daughter of the late William and Anna Kracht. She was married 
Feb. 23, 1898, to August Last. The couple farmed in the Town of Two 
Creeks. Mr. Last died in 1932. In 1943, Mrs. Last moved to Mishicot where 
she resided since. She was a member of St. Peter Ladies Aid Society.
Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Vera Jindra of Manitowoc, Mrs. Hilda 
Harpt of Mishicot, Mrs. Clifford Amerpohl of Appleton and Mrs. Ray Vogt 
of Rt. 1, Two Rivers; a son, Carl of Mishicot; nine grandchildren, and 
13 great grandchildren. A daughter also preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home. Two Rivers, 
until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday 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, Monday, July 9, 1962 


RICKY LAST

Mrs. John Last, of Two Creeks, whose death occurred at the hospital 
in this city, will be buried at Two Creeks Sunday, the body having 
been taken to the home yesterday. Mrs. Last was 46 years of age and 
is survived by a husband and two children. She had been ill some time.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, March 25, 1915, Page 3 
********
Two Creeks news:
Last Tuesday, March 23, the Angel of Death took away Mrs. John Last. 
Mrs. Last was formerly Miss Ricka Messman. She was born in this town 
forty five years ago and was married to Mr. Last Jan. 2, 1869. After 
the marriage Mr. Last took up the farm formerly occupied by his father, 
John Last Sr. who still resides with him here. Mrs. Last was ill for 
about one week before her death. Last Saturday the doctor in charge 
decided it would be advisable for Mrs. Last to be taken to the hospital 
at Manitowoc. She arrived at the hospital about 11 o’clock and doctors 
being convinced that the case was serious immediately operated on her. 
She survived the operation but met with little improvement thereafter. 
She died March 23. The remains were taken from the Last home last Friday. 
After leaving the home they were taken to the St. John’s Lutheran church. 
She was buried at the cemetery there. The large number of sympathizing 
friends was not only shown by the floral offerings but by the funeral 
cortege as well. The procession was fully a mile long. The deceased is 
survived by a husband, Mr. John Last, Jr., two sons, Walter and Willie, 
a mother, father and six brothers and sisters. Rev. Kirchner officiated. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, April 02, 1915, Page 7
*********
PASSED AWAY
Last Tuesday, March 23rd, the Angel of Death stopped at the door of Mr. John Last 
and took from him his faithful and devoted wife and helpmate. The funeral of Mrs. 
John Last was held Friday from the Lutheran church west of Mishicot, Rev. Kirchner 
of Gibson, officiating. Mrs. Last died at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc on 
Tuesday evening, where an operation had been performed on the preceding Saturday 
to relieve her from severe suffering. She was ill about two weeks. The funeral of 
Mrs. Last was an unusually large one and testified to the esteem in which she was 
held in the community. She is survived by her husband, 2 boys, aged 13 and 15 
years, three brothers and three sisters and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Messman of 
Two Creeks. She was born in the Town of Two Creeks 45 years ago and has resided 
there all her life.
The Reporter, Fri., Apr. 2, 1915


RUDOLPH LAST

From Der Nord Westen, 23 Dec. 1897:
Death last week of Rudolph Last, a young farmer in Town Two Creeks, 
of appendicitis.
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Rudolph Last
birth: 1867 Two Creeks, Manitowoc Co., Wis.
death: 13 December 1897 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Mishicot, Wis.
residence: 1897 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
father: John Last
mother: Caroline Krase
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
*******
A final decree was entered in the estate of John Schmidt, of the town 
Rapids, yesterday in Judge Anderson's court a petition for administrator 
in the estate of the late Rudolph Last, of Mishicott was heard.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, January 20, 1899 P. 1
*******
(NOTE: There is no separation of these two items in the paper.)
*******
Although the dates don't match, this is the only cem.
with the Last surname in Mishicot township cemeteries)


WALTER J. LAST

Walter Last, 78, formerly of Rt. 3, Two Rivers, died Wednesday morning 
at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Appleton.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel, Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers. The Rev. John Mattek will officiate with burial 
in Mach Cemetery, Mishicot.
Mr. Last was born Dec. 13, 1898, in the Town of Two Creeks, son of the 
late John and Ricky Messmann Last. He served in World War II.
Survivors include nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, 
William, and a sister, Hulda.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home after 5p.m. 
Thursday and Friday until the time of service.
Herald Times Reporter, January 26, 1977


WILLIAM LAST

Notes from Two Rivers:
William Last, aged 19, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Last of Two Creeks, died on 
Wednesday. His death is said to have been due to diabetes and he was sick 
only a day. The day before his death he was about the farm as usual. The 
young man is a son of Mr. and Mrs. John Last, well known residents of Two 
Creeks. The funeral was held on Saturday from St. John's Lutheran Church of 
Two Creeks. Among those from outside who attended the funeral Mrs. Herman 
Last and sons, Martin and Clarence of Rockford, Ill.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 23, 1920
*********
William the 19 year old son of John Last, died at his home here after 
a very short illness caused by diabetes. The funeral was held Saturday 
from the Lutheran church and the remains were taken to Mack's cemetery 
for burial. He is survived by his father and one brother.
Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, December 24, 1920 P.3
*********
William Last, aged 19, passed away at the home of his father, John Last, Two 
Creeks on December 16 Thursday morning. The cause of his death was diabetes. 
Although he was in ill health a long time, he was up and around the day before 
death came when he was compelled to take to his bed. The young man is survived 
by his father and one brother, Walter. Deceased was born in the Town of Two 
Creeks. His mother died six years ago. The funeral occurred Saturday afternoon, 
Rev. Kirchner officiating.
The Reporter, Thurs., Dec. 25, 1920


EMMA M.J.J. LEHRMANN

Deaths in Two Creeks last week within a few days of each other - a 
17-yr. old daughter and a 9-yr. old son of August Lehrmann from typhus.
Der Nord Westen, 29 Nov. 1900
********
Mr. and Mrs. August Lehrmann of Two Creeks have been sorely bereaved during the 
past week, having been called upon to bury a daughter, 17 years of age on Thursday 
last and a son, 19 years of age three days later. Both died of typhoid fever. The 
sorrowing parents have three other children down with the same disease but they 
are expected to recover.
The Chronicle, Tues., Nov. 27, 1900


HENRY C.J. LEHRMANN    (d. 1900)

Deaths in Two Creeks last week within a few days of each other - a 
17-yr. old daughter and a 9-yr. old son of August Lehrmann from typhus.
Der Nord Westen, 29 Nov. 1900
********
Mr. and Mrs. August Lehrmann of Two Creeks have been sorely bereaved during the 
past week, having been called upon to bury a daughter, 17 years of age on Thursday 
last and a son, 19 years of age three days later. Both died of typhoid fever. The 
sorrowing parents have three other children down with the same disease but they 
are expected to recover.
The Chronicle, Tues., Nov. 27, 1900


HENRY LEHRMANN    (d. 1912)

Henry Lehrman, a prominent resident of Two Creeks died Tuesday 
morning at 2 o'clock. He had been in poor health for some time, 
suffering from diabetes, but was seriously ill only a week.
Mr. Lehrman was about 55 years of age. He operated a large farm 
in Two Creeks and for years was active in political circles. In 
politics he was a Democrat and was elected sheriff of Manitowoc 
county in 1898, and served one term. He was chairman of Two Creeks 
for several terms and during this time was elected chairman of the 
county board for three consecutive terms, and made a splendid 
presiding officer. He was a prosperous farmer and was held in high 
esteem by all who knew him. He leaves a wife and large family to 
mourn his death.
The funeral will be held this afternoon and among those from here 
who will attend ar Judge Chloupek, Christ Muth and Jos. Willott.
Manitowoc Pilot  Thursday, April 4, 1912  pg. 1
*********
EX-SHERIFF H. LEHRMAN DIES AT TWO CREEKS
Well Known Democratic Leader of County was Ill but a Week
WAS CHAIRMAN OF CO BOARD 3 YEARS
Ex-sheriff Henry Lehman, one of the best known men of Manitowoc County, prominent 
in politics and a progressive farmer, died at his home at Two Creeks early today. 
Mr. Lehrman's death was due to diabetes from which he had been a sufferer for some 
time. He had been seriously ill but one week. 
Mr. Lehrman was elected sheriff of Manitowoc County on the democratic ticket in the 
campaign of 1898, succeeding Christ Muth and he served one term, never having been 
a candidate for re-election. Following his retirement, Mr. Lehrman was elected 
chairman of the county board, a position he held for three consecutive years.
Through his service in office, Mr. Lehrman became widely known in the county and in 
neighboring counties and he was held in esteem as official and man. He was genial, 
whole souled and number his friends by the legion. Since his retirement from public 
life, Mr. Lehrman had made his home on a farm in Two Creeks and was one of the most 
prominent men of that section in which he made his home.
Though friends had know that Mr. Lehrman was not well, his condition was not thought 
to be serious at any time and the news of his death was a shock in the city. Mr. 
Lehrman was forced to take to his bed a week ago and for several days his condition 
has held no promise of recovery. Mr. Lehrman is survived by a widow and family of 
eleven children at Two Creekks. The funeral will be held there, probably on Friday, 
though no definite date has been fixed.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., Apr. 2, 1912
*********
Mishicot:
At 1 o'clock on last Tuesday morning, the angel of death entered the Lehrman(sic) 
home of our town and took from their home beloved husband and father, Mr. Henry 
Lehrman. 
Mr. Lehrman was born forty-eight years ago on the farm occupied by his son, Mr. 
William Lehrman of this town. He was married to Miss Libbie Frasch twenty-five years 
ago and lived on the homestead farm -- illegible -- sheriff of Manitowoc County. The 
manner in which he performed the duties of this office did honor to Mr. Lehrman. 
After his term expired he again took up the duties of farm life on the old homestead 
and remained there until about six years ago when he purchased a part of the Pfister 
estate and moved to Two Creeks which has been his home.
Mr. Lehrman has been the most prominent man in our town for many years being the 
leader in every project that was beneficial to our town. He was chairman of our town 
for many years and was chairman of the county board at Manitowoc during the construction 
of the Court House at which time he extended great influence. After Mr. Lehrman retired 
from the Chairman's office he started the Two Creeks Co-operative Cheese Co. and to him 
its success is due, more than to any other man being president of this Cheese Co. to the 
time of his death.
Since he was a young man he was always interested in threshing and he has had a threshing 
rig of his own for many years and was the owner of two rigs until about four years ago. 
His friendly face will be missed by his many friends when the threshing season opens again.  
Mr. Lehrman is survived by a heart broken wife and a large family of grief stricken 
children, his family of four sons and seven daughters. He is also survived by one brother, 
Mr. August Lehrman of this town and several sisters. The remains of the deceased were taken 
to their last resting place at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon at Mack's Cemetery.
The Reporter, Sat., Apr 6, 1912


JOACHIM LEHRMANN

Death in Two Creeks Mon. last week of 76 yr. old Joachim Lehrmann, father 
of the Chairman of the County Supervisors. The heavily attended funeral 
took place Wed. in the cemetery at Maak's Corners.
Der Nord Westen, 04 Nov. 1897
******
Joachim Lehrman of Two Creeks, the venerable father of Hon. Henry Lehrmann of 
that town, died on Monday of last week at the age of 76 years. He was buried 
in the family burial lot in the Lutheran cemetery at Maack's Corners on 
Wednesday, his funeral being a large one. He was one of the old settlers of 
the Town of Two Creeks and was highly esteemed by all who knew him.
Manitowoc County Chronicle, Tues., Nov. 2, 1897
******
Joachim Lehrmann
birth: 4 March 1822 Germany
death: 25 October 1897 Two Creeks, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
residence: 1897 Two Creeks, Wis.
spouse: Caroline Schroeder
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


JOHN LEHRMANN

Two Creeks
Mr. John Lehrmann passed away into the great beyond on Thursday last. Mr. Lehrmann 
had been living with his brother, Henry, and his death came quite suddenly. His 
remains were buried at St. John's Cemetery.
Mr. and Mrs. Immeler of Milwaukee and Mr. and Mrs. Scheuer and Mrs. Krause of 
Leyun attended the funeral of Mr. John Lehrmann.
The Reporter, Sat., Sept. 21, 1907
********
John Lehrman of Two Creeks who has made his home with his brother, Henry Lehrman, 
for many years past, was buried in the family burial lot in Maacks Cemetery, town 
of Mishicot last Saturday. He was upwards of 40 years of age and was unmarried.
The Chronicle, Tues., Sept. 17, 1907


LOUISE LEHRMANN

Mrs. Louise Lehrman(sic), 84, Two Rivers, route 1, a resident of the 
county for more than 83 years, died at the Municipal hospital in Two 
Rivers at 10 o'clock Tuesday night after a year’s illness. She had been 
a hospital patient for the past ten days.
Funeral services will be held from the St. John's Lutheran church at Two 
Creeks Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Rev. Henry E. Pussehl will 
officiate and interment will be in Mach's cemetery in the town of 
Mishicot.
The body may be viewed at the Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home in Two 
Rivers this evening and until 10 o'clock Friday morning when it will be 
moved to the church to lie in state until the time of the services. 
Mrs. Lehrman, nee Louise Krase, was born in Buffalo, N.Y., Feb. 22, 1858 
and at the age of one year came to the town of Two Rivers with her parents, 
the late Mr. and Mrs. August Krase. She resided in that territory ever 
since and had been making her home with a son, Louis  Lehrman. On Oct. 3, 
1883, she married August Lehrman who preceded her in death 20 years ago.
Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. William Retzlaff of Two Rivers, route 1; 
three sons, August of Edger, Wis., and Louis and Edwin of Two Rivers, 
route 1; two  sisters, Mrs. Tillie Volsch of Two Rivers and Mrs. Louis Last 
of Rockford. Ill.; six grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, February 10, 1943.


AUGUSTE LESCH

(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 24 Apr.)
The wife of P. Lesch died Wed. morning after a long illness with TB and 
was buried Sat. afternoon in Mack’s Cemetery. She was 35 and is survived 
by her husband.
Der Nord Westen, 26 Apr. 1900
*********
Augusta Benz Lesch
birth: 10 March 1865 Pomern, Europe
death: 17 April 1900 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Mishicot
residence: 1900 Mishicot
father: Fred Benz
mother: Mary
spouse: Peter Lesch
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968
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(Mrs. P. Lesch/d. 18 Apr. 1900/age 35 yr./from obit)


CARL MAACK

Regarding the previously reported passing of Carl Maack which occurred 
on 18 Jan., we have additional details. Mr. Maack was born 03 May 1824 
in Lindenberg, Pomerania, and came to America in 1853. He settled in 
Town Mishicott where he has lived ever since. The deceased, who reached 
the age of 80 yrs. 8 mos. 15 days, leaves a widow, 6 daughters and 2 
sons. The funeral was held Mon., 23 Jan.
Der Nord Westen, 16 Feb. 1905 
*********
Tisch Mills News:
Last Wednesday after a protracted illness, Mr. Maak Sr.(sic), succumbed to Death. 
He had been sickly for several years, but the disease became serious the past year. 
Mr. Maak was one of the pioneer settlers of Manitowoc County. He was well liked by 
his many friends and relatives and the day of his funeral a large number of people 
gathered to escort him to his last resting place. He was interred Monday.
Two Rivers Chronicle, Tues., Jan. 31, 1905


CHAS. MAACK

MISHICOTT MAN WHO HAD NOT BEEN HEARD FROM IN 30 YEARS, 
KILLED AT MILWAUKEE BY AUTO
Identity of Charles Maack Established After Death and Burial, 
Relatives Bring Body to Mishicott for Interment
Missing for more than thirty years during which time relatives had 
received no word of him, Charles Maack, former Mishicot man, died 
at Milwaukee March 1, was buried in that city as an unknown, was 
later identified by relatives here and the body disinterred and 
shipped to Mishicot for reburial. The body of Mr. Maack was brought 
here from Milwaukee, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Soenksen of 
Chicago. Mr. Soenksen is a nephew. The remains were taken to Mishicot 
where burial was held today. 
Thirty years ago, Charles Maack, whose parents resided three miles 
northeast of Mishicot was employed in the old tannery of the Pfister 
and Vogel Co. at Two Creeks. One day he announced his intention of 
leaving and took his departure and from that day until a week or ten 
days ago, relatives had no trace of the man, though it is said he had 
been employed at Milwaukee in the tannery of the same company there. 
On February 24, Maack was run down by an automobile in the streets of 
Milwaukee and sustained injuries which caused his death on March 1. 
Through publication of the details of the accident and name of the 
injured man, relatives here finally learned of the whereabouts of the 
long missing relative. Friends of the family at Milwaukee, who were 
informed of the long absence of Maack and who, with his relatives had 
believed the man dead, were attracted by the similarity of names of the 
missing man and the injured and started an investigation, the result 
of which, however, did not become certain until after the death and 
burial of Maack, when his identity was established. The request of 
relatives here and at Chicago for permission to disinter the body was 
granted by Milwaukee officials, the identity of the dead man established 
as that of the missing Mishicot man and permit for removal of the body 
was given. 
Mr. Maack was a man past fifty years of age and is well remembered at 
Mishicot and the vicinity. Why he should reside within 130 miles of his 
home for thirty years and not visit relatives or even communicate with 
them is a mystery that will probably never be known.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, July 20, 1917, Page 1


FRIEDERIKE C. MAACK

From Der Nord Westen, 06 May 1909:
Death in Town Mishicott Thursday of Mrs. Friederike Maak. She was 82 years 4 months 
of age and is survived by 6 daughters and 2 sons. She was born in Demmin, Germany. 
The funeral was Sunday.


REAKA MAACK

DEATH CLAIMS MISS R. MAACK 
Lifelong Resident of Mishicot Is To Be Buried Saturday 
Miss Reaka Maack, 77, a lifelong resident of the town of Mishicot, died 
Sunday at the home of Fred Sievert, Mishicot. She was employed for many 
years as a housekeeper in the Sievert home.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Sievert home. 
Interment will be in the Mishicot cemetery. 
The deceased was born in the town of Mishicot in 1858. Survivors are two 
sisters, Mrs. Arthur Soenksen, Chicago, and Mrs. Carrie Brammer, Beaver 
Dam, Wis., and a brother, Henry, Appleton.
The body will be removed to the Sievert home from the Specht funeral home, 
Mishicot, Thursday noon. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, January 28, 1936  P. 2


BABY GIRL MARTENS

Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Martin(sic), of Sandy Bay, lost their infant daughter, 
4 months and 7 days old last Saturday. The little one was ill from the 
time of its birth. 
It was buried yesterday in the cemetery near Mock's Corners.
The Chronicle, Tues., Oct. 15, 1901
*****
Nero:
A baby boy of Mr. and Mrs. Martins which died last week was buried Monday.
Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, October 17, 1901 pg. 8


AUGUST MATTEK

MATTEK, August—Seventy-three years old. Town of Two Creeks farmer. 
Died of heart attack, which occurred while he was witnessing a 
baseball game Sept. 4. 
Born in Germany June 26, 1859. Family settled at Two Creeks. 
Married Minnie Last October 13, 1883. She died 18 months ago. 
Survivors three daughters, one son, two sisters, one brother, 
nine grandchildren. Funeral Sept. 7, 1:30 p. m., at residence 
on Highway 42; 2 o’clock, St. John’s Lutheran Chuch at Two 
Creeks. Burial at St. John's cemetery. Body removed to residence 
from Beduhn & Goetz mortuary Sept. 6.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, September 6, 1932


CELIA MATTEK

Mrs. John J. Mattek, 72, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Town of Two Creeks, 
died Tuesday morning at home after a long illness.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at St. John Lutheran 
Church, Two Creeks, the Rev. Roger Fleming officiating. Burial will 
be in Mach Cemetery Town of Mishicot.
Mrs. Mattek, nee Celia Riha, was born in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee 
County, Feb. 6, 1890, daughter of the late Wenzel and Mary Aulik Riha. 
She was married June 23, 1908, at Manitowoc to John Mattek. She was a 
member of the Dorcas Society of the Two Creeks church.
Besides her husband she leaves three sons, Earl of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, 
Floyd of Menasha and the Rev. John Mattek of Fond du Lac; a sister, 
Mrs. Ignatz Wojta Sr., of Rt 1, Two Rivers, 20 grandchildren and two 
great grandchildren.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
after 2 p.m. Wednesday until 10 a m. Thursday when the casket will be 
taken to the church. The body will lie in state after 11 a,m. to the 
time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, June 12, 1962


JOHN MATTEK    (d. 1964)

John J. Mattek, 77, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, Town of Two Creeks, a 
lifelong farmer in the area, died Thursday morning at the home of 
a son, the Rev. Lloyd Mattek, at Kolberg, Door County, where he had 
been visiting for a week. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. John Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, Two Creeks, the Rev. Roger Fleming officiating. Burial 
will be in Maack’s Cemetery, Town of Mishicot. 
Mr. Mattek was born May 3, 1887, in the Town of Two Creeks, son of the 
late August and Minnie Last Mattek. He married the former Celia Riha at 
Manitowoc, June 23, 1908. She died June 12, 1962.
Surviving are two other sons, Earl of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, and the Rev. 
John Mattek of Fond Du Lac; two sisters, Mrs. Walter Kracht, Sr., and 
Mrs. Anna Ihlenfeldt, of Rt. 1, Kewaunee; 22 grandchildren and four 
great-grandchildren. 
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
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. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, November 6, 1964 


JOHN W. MATTEK, REV.    (d. 1996)

Rev. John W. Mattek, age 70, of 305 W. Redwood St., Sturgeon Bay, died Monday, 
March 11, 1996, at his residence.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, March 13, 1996 at 7 p.m. at St. Peter 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Sturgeon Bay. Rev. Douglas Engelbrecht, President 
of Northern Wisconsin District, WELS, officiating. Burial will be in the Mach(sic) 
Cemetery, Two Creeks.
John was born December 24, 1925, in the town of Two Creeks, son of the late John 
and Cecilia (Riha) Mattek. He attended and graduated from Northwestern Preparatory 
School and Northwestern College in Watertown and the Lutheran Seminary at 
Thiensville. He married Elsie A. Zierzow on April 22, 1950. Pastor Mattek was 
ordained and installed as Pastor in his home church, St. John's Lutheran Church, 
Two Creeks and also was Pastor at St. John's Church, Gibson. After serving four 
years at those two congregations, he accepted a call to Faith Lutheran Church, 
Fond du Lac. After 10 years there he was called to Trinity Lutheran Church, 
Kaukauna. In August of 1978 he was installed as Pastor at St. Peter Ev. Lutheran 
Church, Sturgeon Bay, where he served until his death. Pastor Mattek was Chairman 
of the Fox River Valley Pastoral Conference for six years and was a Circuit 
Pastor in the Appleton area. He was a member of the District Stewardship 
Committee and served the Synod and his District on the Special Ministries 
Board.
Survivors include his wife, Elsie; ten children, Edith (Donald) Priebe, Appleton, 
Rev. John (Ruth) Mattek, Waukesha, Naomi (Mark) Brunner, Belleville, Ill., Rev. 
James (Sue) Mattke, Findlay, Ohio, Douglas (Debbie) Mattek, Cedar Grove, Paula 
(William) Heiges, Grafton, Timothy ( Heidi) Mattek, Neenah, Philip (Amy) Mattek, 
Green Bay, Joel (Barb) Mattek, Lincoln, Neb., Rebecca (James) Rahn, Neenah; 45 
grandchildren; one brother, Floyd (Marcella) Mattek, Blissfield, Mich. He was 
preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Earl; one sister-in-law, Mayme; 
two grandchildren, Steven and Jill Priebe.
Friends may call at the church from 2 p.m. Wednesday until the time of service.
Memorials may be given to the Wisconsin Synod Special Ministries or Wisconsin 
Synod Scholarship fund in his memory.
The Forbes Funeral Home, Sturgeon Bay, assisted the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 12, 1996 P. A2


JOYCE M. MATTEK

Joyce Mattek, 27, formerly of Rt. 3, Two Rivers, died unexpectedly Tuesday 
afternoon at home at Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Creeks, the Rev. Percy Damrow officiating. Burial will be in Mach 
Cemetery.
Miss Mattek was born at Kewaunee April 13, 1944, daughter of Earl and Mayme 
Kustka Mattek. She attended St. John Parochial School, Two Rivers, and was 
graduated from Mishicot Community High School with the class of 1962. She had 
been an employe at Glendale Convalescing Home, Milwaukee.
Besides her parents she leaves a brother (Survivor omitted for privacy.), three 
nephews and a niece.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers after 
5 p.m. Wednesday and after 11 a.m. Thursday at the church.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 22, 1971


MAYME MATTEK

Mrs. Earl Mattek, 59, of Rt. 3, Two Rivers, Town of Two Creeks, died 
unexpectedly Monday afternoon while assisting in work at St. John 
Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Creeks.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John Church, Two 
Creeks, the Rev. Percy Damrow officiating. Burial will be in Mach 
Cememtery, Town of Mishicot.
Mrs. Mattek, nee Mayme Kustka, was born Sept. 26, 1914 in the Town of 
Carlton, Kewaunee County, daughter of the late James and Anna Nemetz 
Kustka. She was married at Milwaukee to Earl Mattek June 3, 1933, and 
the couple farmed most of the period in the Town of Two Creeks. For 
several years she assisted in preparation of food at the Two Rivers 
Elks Club. Currently, she was president of the St. John Ladies Aid at 
Two Creeks.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
A daughter preceded her in death.
Friends may call at Klein & Stangel In., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 
4 o'clock this Tuesday afternoon and after noon Wednesday at the church 
where the body will lie in state until the time of services.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. April 3, 1973


MINNIE MATTEK

Mrs. August Mattek, Two Creeks, died last night at the hospital here. 
She had been in failing health for a year past. Burial will be in Two 
Creeks. 
The maiden name of the deceased was Minnie Last and she was married to 
August Mattek in 1883. Besides the husband, three daughters, a son, two 
brothers and two sisters survive. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, April 1, 1931 


AUGUST MESSMANN

Tisch Mills:
On Monday morning, August Messman, a pioneer resident of Sandy Bay, died at the 
family home, the funeral being held on Wednesday. Mr. Messman was a kind man, a 
cheerful companion beloved and respected by all. The surviving relatives have the 
heartfelt sympathy of the entire community.
The Reporter, Saturday, Dec. 20, 1913


FREDERICK MESSMANN

An old settler of Two Creeks passed away Saturday when Fred Messman Sr., died at 
the age of 87. He came to America from Germany 57 years ago. The funeral took 
place Monday morning with interment at Maack's Cemetery, Saxonburg. Fred, Charles 
and Robert Messman are sons and Mrs. Helmuth Krase of the Town of Two Rivers, Mrs. 
John Frank and Mrs. Mary Salchow of Chicago, daughters of the deceased.
The Reporter, Thurs., Dec. 26, 1918


JOHN MEYER

Death Of John Meyer
The funeral of John Meyer, who died Thursday at the home of his
daughter, 1656 Twenty-fourth street, was held Sunday afternoon
from the home, Rev. Hawkes officiating and burial was at the Maack
cemetery.
Born in Germany April 3, 1842, Mr. Meyer would have been eighty
four at his next birthday. He came to this country at the age  of
seven and came to Two Rivers to live in 1921. He was married to
Mary Washer October 29, 1866 and she preceded him in death
twenty-two years ago. Mr. Meyer, who was a Civil War veteran,
Is survived by four children, twenty grandchildren and fifteen great
grandchildren. The children are Mrs. George Barschow of this city,
John Meyer of Chelsen, August Meyer of Interwald and Rudolph
Meyer of Kewaunee.
Mr. Meyer enlisted at Two Rivers in Co. B at the age of eighteen
and served through the war. Military honors were paid at the
funeral by a firing squad of the local post of the American Legion.
Manitowoc Herald News  Monday, February 8, 1926  pg. 5


MARIA MEYER

Death Sun. in Two Creeks of 60-yr. old Mrs. John Meyer, an old settler in 
that town. She is survived by 6 sons and 3 daughters. The funeral was 
conducted Tuesday.
Der Nord Westen, 20 Apr. 1905
*******
Mrs. John Meyer, an old and well known resident of Two Creeks, passed away last 
Sunday morning, aged 60. Her death resulted from a complication of disease, from 
which she had suffered for several years. The decedent was the mother of nine 
children, six sons and three daughters, all of whom have arrived at adult age. 
The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon. Rev. F. W. Hubner of Two Rivers officiating 
and interment being at Maack cemetery, where the remains of her parents repose. 
Besides the children, a husband survives to mourn her loss. The maiden name of 
the deceased was Mary Wascher. She was a sister of Mr. Charles Wascher, who was 
formerly a resident of Two Creeks but who now resides at Two Rivers. Mrs. Meyer 
was a kind wife and a good mother. Her many estimable qualities won her a large 
circle of friends who will regret her passing. Her funeral was attended by a 
large concourse of friends and acquaintances.
The Manitowoc Pilot, April 20, 1905
*******
(Note: She died Sunday which was April 16 which is on the stone.)
*******
(1900 Two Creeks census:
John Meyer age 58; Mary age 53 b.1846 she had 11 children, 8 living; 
Herman age 27; Hatty dau. in law 21; Minnie age 23; Emma age 15; 
Herman grandson age 7/12; Rudolph age 21./the only Meyer family on 
1900 Two Creeks census)
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Name Mary Washer Meyer  
Event Type Death  
Event Date 1905  
Event Place Two Creeks, Manitowoc, Wisconsin  
Residence Place Two Creeks, Wis.  
Gender Female  
Age 52  
Marital Status Married  
Race W  
Occupation Housewife  
Birth Date 07 Jul 1846  
Birth Year (Estimated) 1853  
Birthplace Germany  
Cemetery Maaks Cemetery  
Father's Name Washer  
Father's Birthplace Germany  
Mother's Name Washer  
Mother's Birthplace Germany  
Spouse's Name John Meyer  
Wisconsin, Death Records, 1867-1907 
*******
Name Mary Washer Meyer  
Gender Female  
Death Date 10 Apr 1905 (sic) 
Death Place Two Creeks, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin  
Age 52  
Birth Date 07 Jul 1846  
Birthplace Germany  
Occupation Housewife  
Race White  
Marital Status Married  
Spouse's Name John Meyer  
Father's Name Washer  
Father's Birthplace Germany  
Mother's Birthplace Germany  
Wisconsin Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


A. MARGUERITE MOELLER

Two Rivers news: 
Two Deaths Recorded in City Last Night
Mrs. A. Marguerite Moeller, Mishicot, died last night at the hospital here.
She was 79 years of age. Her husband, Peter Moeller, passed away sixteen years
ago. Two sons and a daughter survive, burial will be at Mishicot Friday
afternoon.
Manitowoc Herald News, March 11, 1931
********
(1900 Mishicot census:
Bernard P. Moeller age 64; wife Margaret age 46; Ferdinand age 24; 
Albert age 22; Christine age 21; grandson Bruno age 1)
*****
(1910 Mishicot census:
Bernard Moeller age 74; Antje age 58; Son (Illegible) age 34; Albert age 33)
*****
(Note: She is probably buried by her husband, Bernard P. or P. Bernard)


ALBERT MOELLER

Albert Moeller, 83, former Mishicot self-employed mechanic, who had been living 
for the past two years at Park Lawn Nursing Home, Sheboygan, died early Thursday 
morning at St. Nicholas Hospital in that city.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Specht Funeral Home, Mishicot, 
the Rev. Henry A. Stammer, pastor of the Melnik Presbyterian Church, officiating. 
Burial will be in Mach Cemetery, Two Creeks.
Mr. Moeller was born July 20, 1875, in the Town of Mishicot, a son of the late Mr. 
and Mrs. Bernard Moeller. He remained on the homestead farm until 1918 when he 
moved to Mishicot to work as a mechanic.
Besides a sister, Mrs. Christina Schwartz of Rockford, Ill., he leaves 23 nieces 
and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 8 p.m. Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 4, 1960 P. 5


P. BERNHARD MOELLER

Mishicot news:
Bernhard Mueller(sic) died Friday after an illness of but a few days. The funeral 
took place Monday afternoon. Bernard Mueller is survived by Mrs. Mueller and two 
daughters, Mrs. Herman Schram of Mishicott, and Mrs. Albert Schwartz of Illinois, 
and two sons, Ferd of North Dakota and Albert with whom he made his home.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, December 31, 1914 P. 4
*********
(1900 Mishicot census:
Bernard Moeller 64; wife Margaret 46; Ferdinand 24; Albert 23; Christine 21;
Gr. Son Bruno 1)
(1910 Mishicot census:
Bernard Moeller 74; wife Antje 58; Ferdinant 34; Albert 33


CAROLYN PENTZIEN

An eight year old daughter of H. Pentzien of Tisch Mills died last week and 
was buried Thursday.
The Chronicle, Tuesday, Mar. 18, 1902
**********
August Pentzien, who has been lumbering in the state of Michigan, has returned. 
He wished to see his sister Carrie who was then very sick, and who died a few 
days after his arrival. It was a great relief to her as she was ill for almost 
the past tree years and she suffered much. In school she was a bright pupil, 
being quick to learn. Her parents and relatives suffer a great loss in one so 
dearly loved. The funeral was held on Saturday and was largely attended.
Manitowoc Pilot, March 20, 1902
*********
Caroline Pentzien
birth: 25 September 1894 Mishicot, Wis.
death: 14 March 1902 Mishicot, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Mishicot
residence: 1902 Mishicot
father: Henry Pentzien
mother: Minnie
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


EDWARD PENTZIEN

Last Saturday Edward Pentzien, a young man whose parents now live in
Manitowoc but who formerly lived near Tisch Mills, was killed by a
falling tree while working in the woods near Kempster, Langlade county.
The remains were brought to Manitowoc and to-day they were buried in the
little country grave yard in northern Mishicot, known as Maack's 
cemetery.  He was 19 years of age. 
Manitowoc Chronicle Jan. 28, 1905 
**********
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 31 Jan.) 
Henry Pentzen, who at one time was a tavern keeper in Tisch Mills, 
then farmed and finally moved to Manitowoc several years ago, has 
lost a son from an accident in the northern Wisconsin lumber camp. 
The body has been brought to Two Creeks for burial in the Maack 
cemetery there.
Der Nord Westen, 02 Feb. 1905
***********
Edward Pentzien of here was killed Fri. in an accident near Kempster, 
Langlade County, while working in a lumber camp. While at work he was 
hit by a falling tree and so badly injured that he died a few hours 
after the accident. His brother August barely miss being injured by the 
same falling tree. The deceased’s father, Henry Pentzien, also works in 
the same camp…. The body was brought to Two Creeks for burial. He was 
19 yrs. old.
Der Nord Westen, 02 Feb. 1905
**********
MANITOWOC YOUTH KILLED BY FALLING TREE
Struck on the head by a falling tree in the woods at Kempster, Langlade county, 
last Friday afternoon, Edward Pentzien of this city was fatally injured. His 
skull was fractured and one arm was broken. The unfortunate youth was at once 
taken to the camp and a physician was hurriedly summoned. But the injured boy 
was beyond medical aid, and after six hours of severe suffering death put an end 
to his agony.
Henry Pentzien, the father of the deceased, and August, an elder brother, who 
were working in the same camp, that of the Barth and Meyer company at Kempster, 
near Antigo, at once made arrangements to bring the remains here for interment, 
and they arrived here with the body on the late train Saturday night, when the 
remains were taken to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Pentzien (South Fifteenth 
street), parents of the deceased.
August and Edward Pentzien and their father left for the northern woods on the 
10th of October last. Several other young men of this city left for the pineries 
at the same time. It seems that Edward, who was only 19 years old, was advised to 
remain at home but he insisted on going, and had worked in the woods since. For 
some time past the two brothers and the father had been employed at the camp 
mentioned. Friday afternoon the men were engaged in felling trees. The brothers 
were at work on the same tree, felling it by sawing. When the tree started to fall, 
they tried to get out of the way. But the tree fell on a hillock and rebounded 
with great force which carried it a considerable distance from the place where it 
was expected to fall and where it did fall originally. August narrowly escaped 
being caught by the tree, but Edward was crushed under it and pinned to the ground. 
It required much effort on the part of six men to release the youth. Five men at 
work near the scene of the accident having immediately hurried to the assistance 
of the unfortunate youth. It was at first thought hat the injuries were not fatal, 
but by the time the physician arrived it had become apparent that the youth was 
beyond all human aid
The deceased had resided here for three years past, having removed to the city 
with his parents from a farm at Tisch Mills. For some time he was employed by the 
J.G. Johnson Co. The funeral was held Tuesday morning from the home of the parents 
on South Fifteenth street, interment taking place at the cemetery near Tisch Mills.
The Manitowoc Pilot, February 2, 1905


HENRY PENTZIEN

HENRY PENTZIEN FORMER CITY EMPLOYEE, DEAD
Pneumonia, followed by a stroke of paralysis, caused the death of 
Henry Pentzien, who passed away shortly after 5 o'clock Saturday 
afternoon at his home, 929 South Fifteenth Street, Mr. Pentzien 
went to work at the shipyards last Saturday morning as was customary 
but returned an hour later, and was found to be severely ill.
Funeral services will be held at the home tomorrow afternoon at 1:30, 
the Rev. G. A. Winger officiating and burial will be in the Mack 
cemetery at Two Creeks. 
Mr. Pentzien was born in the town of Mishicot 66 years ago, Oct. 15, 
and for 80 years was a farmer at Carlton, Kewaunee county. He had 
made his home in Manitowoc for the last 21 years, for a time having 
operated the street roller for the city and later being employed at 
the shipyards. 
Those who are left to mourn his death are his widow, who before her 
marriage was Minnie Tegge, and three sons, August and Louis of 
Manitowoc, and Erwin of Oak Park, Ill., and two daughters, Mrs. Louis 
Schroeder and Mrs. Walter Erdmann, both of this city. Louis Pentzien, 
a civil engineer, is employed at Boston, Mass., but is en route to 
Manitowoc, called here by the death of his father. He and his brother, 
Erwin, are expected to arrive tonight.
Mr. Pentzien was a member of the Modern Woodmen and of the Bohemian 
Brotherhood Society of Tisch Mills.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, April 30, 1923
*********
(Henry Pentzien/d. Apr. 28, 1923/age 66 yrs. 6 mo. 13 da./from burial 
records of St. John's United Church of Christ)


WILHELMINA PENTZIEN

Mrs. Pentzien Dies At Daughter's Home After Short Illness; Was 77
Mrs. Wilhelmina Pentzien, 77, died Sunday afternoon at the home of 
her daughter, Mrs. Walter Erdmann, 332 Union Place. She had been 
seriously ill only a week.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Erdmann 
home and at 2 pm. from the St. John's Evangelical Church. Interment 
will be in the Maack cemetery in the town of Mishicot. 
Married In 1878
Born Wiihelmina Tegge in the town of Mishicot, the deceased spent her 
early life on the homestead farm. She married Henry Pentzien in 1878 
and they spent several years on the farm. They moved to this city 31 
years ago. Mr. Pentzien died in 1923. 
Survivors are three sons, August, city, Erwin, Oak Park, Ill., Louis, 
Omaha, Nebr.; two daughters, Mrs. Erdmann, city, and Mrs. Louis J. 
Schroeder, city; two brothers, Rudolph of Mackintosh, S.D., and Louis, 
Chicago; two sisters, Mrs. William Steen, Two Rivers, and Mrs. Lillian 
Ahrenstorf, Wausau, Wis.; 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
The body was removed to the Erdmann home this afternoon from Wattawa, 
Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, March 30, 1936
*******
(Mrs. Henry Pentzien nee Wilhelmine Tegge/d. Mar. 29, 1936/age 77 yrs.
1 mo. 16 da./from burial records of St. John's United Church of Christ)


FRIEDRICKE PRESTIEN

Mrs. Wm Prestien of Two Creeks passed away Wednesday after a long illness. She 
had suffered more or less for seven years and death came as an angel of mercy. 
She is survived by several children and her husband. The funeral will take place 
this afternoon.
The Reporter, Sat., June 21, 1913
*********
Two Creeks:
Mrs. Wm. Prestien passed away last Wednesday after an illness of seven years. She 
had been taken to the hospital and treated without success. She is survived by a 
husband and four daughters.
The Reporter, Sat., June 28, 1913
*********
(1910 Two Creeks census:
William Prestine age 43; wife Fredrick(sic) 36; Gusta 13; Carrie 8;
Ester 5; mother Sophia 81)


LOUI PRESTIEN    (d. 1907)

Louis Prestien
birth: 20 July 1826 Germany (sic)
death: 7 April 1907 Two Creeks, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial: Mishicott
residence: 1907 Two Creeks
spouse: Sophia
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


SOPHIE PRESTIEN

Two Creeks:
After an illness of only five days, Mrs. Sophia Prestien passed away Wednesday 
morning at the age of 86 years at the home of her son, Wm. She was born in 
Mecklenberg, Germany, March 17, 1829. The cause of her death was old age and 
pneumonia. She came to America in 1868 with her husband and two children and 
settled in Mishicot. After living there five years they bought a farm in Two 
Creeks. Her husband died seven years ago and two child preceded her in death, 
Mrs. Henry Tennes and Louis. She is survived by one son, Wm and eight 
grandchildren. On Saturday afternoon the remains were laid to rest in Maack's 
Cemetery and the funeral was largely attended.
The Reporter, Fri., May 7, 1915


WILLIAM PRESTIEN

William Prestien, 76, retired Two Creeks farmer, died at eight o'clock this 
morning. He had been in failing health for several years. Funeral services will 
be held at 2 pm Monday from the C. J. Jansky and Son Funeral Home at Two Rivers, 
the Rev. W. G. Haase of St. John's Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be 
in Machs cemetery near Two Creeks. The body may be viewed from three o'clock 
Saturday afternoon at the funeral home until the time of services.
Born on Oct. 14, 1867 in Germany, he was brought to this country with his parents 
when a child. In 1893 he married Miss Ricka Klinder of Two Creeks who died in 1912. 
Survivors are four daughters, Miss Esther Prestien of Manitowoc, Mrs. Henry Rusboldt 
and Mrs. Emil Strutz of Two Rivers, Mrs. Irwin Voelker of Watertown and nine 
grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., June 9, 1944


WILLIAM PULS

William Puls, an aged resident of this town, died of apoplexy at the residence 
of his son August April 5 at 7:30 P.M. Interment at Maack cemetery.
The Manitowoc Pilot, April 13, 1905


MARY RADTKE

Two Creeks News:
Died - Mrs. Aug. Radky(sic), a widow formerly of this place but for the past few 
years of Milwaukee, died in that city on Thursday last. Her body was interred 
from the Lutheran Church a few miles from here.
Manitowoc County Chronicle, Tues., Feb. 8, 1898


CHARLOTTE RETZLAFF

The funeral of Mrs. Retzlaff was held yesterday from the Lutheran 
church, burial taking place at Mack’s cemetery at Two Creeks. 
Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, March 18, 1924
********
Mrs. William Retzlaff of Two Creeks passed away at her home Friday morning, aged 
73 years. Mrs. Retzlaff, nee Charlotte Schwahart was born in Germany in 1851 and 
came to this vicinity to reside about 40 years ago. Her husband passed away two 
and a half years ago.  Two sons and three daughters, survive namely, William, 
Frank, Mrs. Bertha Engelland, Mrs. Anna Lehrmann and Mrs. Helen Walter. Mrs. 
Retzlaff is also survived by 17 grandchildren. The funeral was held Monday 
afternoon at 1 o'clock from St. John's Lutheran Church, Two Creeks. Interment 
was in the Two Creeks cemetery, Rev. Kirchner officiating.
The Reporter, Fri., Mar. 21, 1924 


WILHELM RETZLAFF

OLD RESIDENT OF CO. IS DEAD AT TWO CREEKS
William Retzlaff, pioneer and one of the oldest residents of Manitowoc
county, died at the home of his son, the old homestead that has been
owned by the family since the '50's, on Tuesday. Mr. Retzlaff has
passed his ninetieth birthday and death was due to infirmities incident
to old age.
Besides the son William with whom he made his home deceased is survived
by anothr(sic) son Frank who owns a niboring(sic) farm and three 
daughters, Mrs. August Lehrman of Edgar, Mrs. William Engeland, Two
Creeks and Mrs. J. Walters, Two Rivers. The funeral will be held tomorrow
and burial will be at Mack's cemetery in the town of Mishicot.
Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, August 18, 1921  P.1
********
Death summoned Wm. Retzlaff, aged 71, of the Town of Two Creeks on Tuesday, 
August 16th after a long illness. Deceased was born in  Germany and has been a 
resident of the Town of Two Creeks since 1882 when he emigrated to America. All 
these years he followed the occupation of farmer, his life being one of industry 
and sobriety. He leaves a widow and five children who are William and Frank of 
the Town of Two Creeks, Mrs. Wm. Engeland of the Town of Two Rivers, Mrs. August 
Lehrman of Edgar, Wis., and Mrs. Helen Walters of Two Rivers. The funeral was 
held Tuesday from Two Creeks Lutheran Church, Rev. Kirchner officiating. Burial 
was in Mack's cemetery, Mishicot.
Card of Thanks
We desire to give expression to our thanks and appreciation to our friends and 
neighbors for the kindness and sympathy shown us in our bereavement due to the 
illness and death of our beloved husband and father. We are grateful for the use 
of automobiles and for the beautiful floral tributes. 
Mrs. William Retzlaff and sons and daughters.
The Reporter, Thurs., Aug. 25, 1921


CAROLINE RIETZOW

Mrs. Caroline Rietzow, wife of Joh. Rietzow, born Feb. 21, 1829, died Oct. 25, 1896 
buried Oct. 28 at Mishicot township. 
From the death records of St. Johannes Ev. Luth. Ch., Canton Twp. Kewaunee co. WI.
The record book is now at the Two Rivers Lutheran church.


JOHN RIETZOW

Joh. Rietzow, born March 1, 1828, died Jan. 5, 1897 buried Jan. 8. 
From the death records of St. Johannes Ev. Luth. Ch., Canton Twp. Kewaunee co. WI.
The record book is now at the Two Rivers Lutheran church.


MARIA SCHMOOCK    (d. 1900)

Died - Miss Mary Schmoock of this place died on Saturday of last week after a 
brief illness of only a few days. While an invalid, all pains were taken by the 
family to calm and cherish their loving daughter and sister. All efforts were in 
vain, however. The deceased was twenty-nine years old at the time of her death 
and leaves her aged parents, two sisters and four brothers to mourn her loss. The 
funeral took place on Tuesday of last week and was an unusually large one.
The Chronicle, Tues, Apr. 17, 1900


MARY SCHMOOCK

Mrs. Mary Schmoock, a pioneer resident of this town answered the death summons 
early Wednesday morning of last week, at the home of her son, Chas., after a 
short illness. The deceased was born in Germany 73 years ago. She is survived 
by an aged husband and six children. They are Fred and John of Illinois, William 
and Charles of Two Creeks, Mrs. Miller of Two Rivers and Mrs. Kracht of Two 
Creeks. The interment took place Friday at Maach's Cemetery.
The REPORTER, Sat., Mar. 3, 1906
********
Death in Two Creeks on Wednesday last week of Mrs. Mary Schmoock. She
leaves a husband, 4 sons and 2 daughters. The funeral was held Saturday.
Der Nord Westen, 08 Mar. 1906
*******
Mary Krase Schmorck  (sic)
birth: 7 April 1834 Germany
death: 21 February 1906 Two Creeks, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin
burial:  Mishicott
residence: 1906 Two Creeks
father: Ernest Krase
mother: Caroline
spouse: John Schmorck
Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968


CHRISTIAN SCHROEDER

Christian Schroeder, aged 79, a resident of Two Creeks, passed away at the home 
of his son, Robert of Two Creeks on Monday. Deceased was born in Germany and 
settled in Two Creeks, 35 years ago. He is survived by several sons and a daughter, 
who reside on the vicinity. The funeral was Tuesday from the Lutheran Church at 
Two Creeks, Rev. Kirchner officiating.
The Reporter, Thurs., Oct. 2, 1919


FRED SIEVERT

Fred Sievert, 76, died of a heart attack at 10 o'clock this morning at the 
residence of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Maack, town of Mishicot, where he had been 
making his home. Mr. Sievert succumbed on the porch of the Maack house.
He was born in 1869 and settled in the town of Mishicot 40 years ago. His wife, 
the former Miss Anna Maack, preceeded him in death.
Only survivor is a sister, Mrs. Augusta Plautz of the town of Luxemberg.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Specht Funeral home in 
Mishicot with the Rev. Robert Boettcher officiating. Burial will be in the 
Maack cemetery. The body may be viewed from Friday afternoon unitl the time 
of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, April 18, 1946 P. 2


JOHANNA SIEVERT

Mishicot news: 
Mrs. Fred Sievert who for two years was a patient sufferer from cancer passed 
away Sunday morning, Nov. 8, at her home several miles north of this village. 
She was born in the town of Mishicott fifty years ago. The funeral took place 
last Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Sievert is survived by her husband and five 
sisters and one brother.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, November 17, 1914
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From Manitowoc county death records:
Hannah Sievert nee Maack (v.12 p.500)
Married
Aug. 20, 1864- Nov. 8, 1914
Daughter of Carl Maack with mother unknown (both born Germany)
Born Wisconsin
Died from "carcinoma of breast)
Buried at "Maacks Cemetery, Town of Mishicot"


MARY SOENKSEN

Mrs. Mary Soenksen, 102, of Rt. 1 Mishicot, residing in the former Stangel's 
Corners area, one of the oldest residents in Manitowoc County, died Friday 
morning at the home.
Funeral services will be at 10 am Monday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot, 
the Rev. Robert Boettcher officiating. Burial will be in Maack Cemetery near 
the home.
A member of one the area's earliest families, Mrs. Soenksen, nee Mary Maack, 
was born June 18, 1867 in the Town of Mishicot, a daughter of the late Charles 
and Fredericka Maack.  She was married in July of 1891 to Arthur Soenksen. He 
preceded her in death in 1950.
Surviving is a daughter, Mrs. Ralph (Marie) Gustafson of Rt. 1 Mishicot. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, 25 April 1970


META STRUTZ

Miss Meta Strutz died at Robinson, Michigan, Wednesday last. The body was 
brought here Friday by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ferdinand Strutz, Two 
Creeks. Interment takes place at Two Creeks today. Among the relatives who 
arrived here to attend the funeral are: Mrs. G. Wassweiler, Misses Strutz 
of Chicago and Mamie Zierzow of Milwaukee.
The REPORTER, Sat., Feb. 24, 1906
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Mildred, the three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ferd Strutz, died at 
their home at Robbins, Michigan last Thursday. The body was brought to the 
Liertzow home from which the funeral was held Sunday.
The REPORTER, Sat., Mar. 3, 1906
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(These two appear to be the same person)


MARIE SYKORA

Mrs. Sykora of Tisch Mills died after a brief illness of a few days. The body 
was interred in the cemetery near Maak's (sic) a few miles west of here on 
Sunday last.
Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, February 21, 1895 P. 3


SOPHIA TEGGE

From Der Nord Westen, 19 Nov. 1908:
Mrs. Sophia Tegger(sic), former resident of Manitowoc County, has died 
at the age of 75 in the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. Langenkamp 
in Sturgeon Bay.


HERBERT WILKENS

Herbert Samuel Wilkens, 68, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died Sunday morning 
at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital following a lingering illness. 
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Lambert Funeral Home, 
Mishicot, and at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Tisch Mills. 
The Rev. James Geenan will officiate and burial will be in Maach 
Cemetery, Town of Mishicot.
Mr. Wilkens was born Sept. 14, 1900, at Maynard, Minn., a son of the 
late Frederick and Ella Smith Wilkens. He married Marie Soenksen at 
Chicago where the couple resided until his retirement from the Greyhound 
Bus Company six years ago. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, 
Tisch Mills. 
Survivors include his wife; four daughters, (private); a sister, Mrs. 
Gerald Glasey of Flint, Mich.; and 11 grandchildren. Two brothers 
preceded him in death. 
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday where the 
Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, September 8, 1969 P.8


CARL ZIERZOW

Funeral services were held at Two Creeks yesterday for Charles Zierow (sic), 
pioneer farmer of the county who died at the age of 71 years. Mr. Zierow’s 
death was due to dropsy. His wife preceded him in death two years ago and he 
is survived by two sons and a daughter, Emil and Miss Verna who made their 
home with their father and Arthur Zierow, of Two Rivers. 
Manitowoc Herald News, October 7, 1922  P. 3


FRIEDERICKA ZIERZOW

The family of Carl Ziersow(sic) of Two Creeks is sadly afflicted by an epidemic 
of typhoid fever which is sweeping the home and which has already claimed one 
member of the family for death, Mrs. Charles, the wife of a son is dead from 
the disease from effects of which every member of the family is reported to be 
suffering.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Feb. 4, 1911